Blanda ready for 22nd pro season with Raiders
Oakland quarterback George Blanda, turning 44, declares readiness for 1971 campaign as Raiders aim to top NFL. He remains No. 2 passer behind Daryle Lamonica amid rookie push from Ken Stabler. Team seeks stronger defense and continued title run while Wells faces probation jeopardy.
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Eric Prewitt
Associated Press
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Dave Grayson
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Texas
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Willie Brown
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Browns hope to rebound under Skorich after last season
Prospectus notes Browns new deal under Nick Skorich as third coach in club history. While not swapping system much from Collier era, strong veterans remain and a bold lead on the field could lift Cleveland back toward the Central Division top. Phipps could push Nelsen for quarterback duties as Kelly eyes 1000 yards.
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Bo Scott
Reese Morrison
Homer Jones
Gary Collins
Paul Staroba
Milt Morin
Chip Glass
Gene Hickerson
Dick Schafrath
John Demaiie
Joe Taffoni
Fred Hoaglin
LSU Poised for Strong Offense In 1971 Season
LSU faces a potential defensive drop but aims to offset it with a stronger offense led by quarterback Bert Jones and receiver Andy Hamilton. Key returnees include linebackers Louis Cascio Richard Picou and backs Arthur Cantrelle, while standouts Ronnie Estay and Tommy Casanova anchor the defense.
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Charles McClendon
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Mike Anderson
Louis Cascio
Richard Picou
Lloyd Frye
Ronnie Estay
Tommy Casanova
Estay
Casanova
Bert Jones
Andy Hamilton
Jones
Hamilton
Gerald Keigley
Hope Ark S Pro Ranks Has Host of New Coaches
Ten men start first full seasons as pro football head coaches. Only one, Tommy Prothro of the Rams, shows a winning preseason record after a 31-21 win over the Patriots. The Jets face the Chiefs in a nationally televised finale as other first-year coaches struggle.
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Associated Press
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Los Angeles Balls
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Kush Says Sun Devils Could Be Better This Season
ASU coach Frank Kush says his Sun Devils, despite losing key players like Spagnola and Hill, could be better than last year if Grady Hurst proves capable at quarterback and receivers stay healthy. He notes six starters back on offense and added schedules with Houston, Colorado State, Oregon State, and Air Force. Camp Tontozona reminders underscore Kushs discipline philosophy.
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Koch wins Arkansas State Closed men's singles title
Bill Koch of Little Rock defeated Gary Liles of Jonesboro 5-7 6-3 7-5 to win the men's singles division of the Arkansas State Closed Tennis Championship in Little Rock. Lora Ann Baxley won the women's singles by beating Donna Mille 6-3 6-2, and Baxley with Elise Doherty won the women's doubles 6-3 6-4 over Pert Lincoln and Olga Palafox.
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Jonesboro
Lora Ann Baxley
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Miss Baxley
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Pert Lincoln
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Travelers End Losing Streak With Victory in Birmingham
The Arkansas Travelers beat the Birmingham Athletics 84 in Birmingham on Sunday, snapping a multi-game skid. Birmingham suffered its eighth straight loss, while Arkansas had dropped five of its previous six. The game appeared set for a shutout until the eighth inning, when Birmingham mounted a late push.
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Birmingham Uses Five Pitchers In Tight Travel Game
Page Five notes Birmingham used five pitchers against the Travelers in an eight inning chase. Both teams are set to meet again Monday night.
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Hope Star listing rates and publishing details 1927 1929
Hope Star announces consolidation 1927 1929 with publishing data and subscription prices. It lists office address The Star Building Hope Arkansas and staff roles including president editor and manager. Rates show weekly carrier and annual mail options for Arkansas and out of state customers.
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Star Publishing CO
Alex, H. Washburn
Dona] Parker
Paul H. Jones
C.M
Pod) Rogers
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