Lombardi to lead Redskins with Beban as focal point
Vince Lombardi arrived in Washington to take command of the Redskins promising a running attack. He eyed UCLA quarterback Gary Beban as a potential centerpiece, seeking a strong running game to revive a club last in rushing. Lombardi will serve as executive VP coach and part owner under a possible million-dollar deal, aiming to restore Washington’s status as a football capital.
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Associated Press
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Oaklawn Opener Kicks Off Nine Race Card In Hot Springs
Oaklawn Park begins its 50 day season with a nine race program in Hot Springs Arkansas. Forecast cloudy skies and mild temps aimed to boost opening day attendance as last year’s opening drew 10 195 fans wagering 696 455 dollars. Notables include T Town Tony top payout last season Nodouble potential return for Oaklawn Handicap March 29 and owner M H Van Berg leading entries.
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W. H. Bishop
John Handley
John D. Asken
Gene Goff
Fayetteville
Nodouble
Lowe to Arkansas would make first Negro Razorback football player
North Attle Rock sprinter Carl Lowe said he would take a football scholarship from the University of Arkansas, possibly becoming the first Black football player for the Razorbacks if signed. He runs 100 yards in 9.8 seconds and favors a flanker role, after visiting six other schools including UCLA Southern California and Kansas State as recruiting begins.
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No Mediation on Baseball Pensions
New York AP report says major league club owners rejected players call for mediation in the television money dispute fueling a potential strike. Owners say mediation would delay negotiations and create more complications, preferring to continue bargaining without outside help.
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Solunar Tables From Knight's Tables For Hunting
Solunar Periods schedule printed from Richard Alden Knight's SOLUNAR TABLES. Plan days to be in good territory and cover during these times to seek the best sport each day offers, according to AWM.
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Henderson Maintains 2-Game Lead In Conference Play
Henderson Reddies stay two games ahead in the Arkansas Intercollegiate Conference by beating Arkansas College Highlanders 73 to 62. Ouachita State College of Arkansas and other results push standings. Peterson tops Henderson with 17 while Cossey scores 29 for Scots.
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Iron Ruler Seeks Seminole Handicap Favorite Status
Iron Ruler is pegged as the favorite for the $50,000-added Seminole Handicap at Hialeah Park for 3 year olds and up. Funny Fellow carries 121 pounds, Out The Window 118, Luco's Triple King II 118, while Mr. Brogan and Irish Dude each hold 116. A 12-horse field is expected for the 1 4/2 mile race.
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Associated Press
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Hialeah Park
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October House
Out the Window
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Simpson and Bills in Salary Talks Standoff
Ralph C. Wilson Jr. says after six days of talks with O. J. Simpson representatives the sides are miles apart. Simpson is seeking a combination bonus and contract around $600,000. Wilson hopes to narrow the gap at the next meeting and keep Simpson with the Bills.
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Buffalo Bills
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College and NBA Basketball Delivers Wide Scores and Schedules
A large combined box of college and pro results lists scores from Arkansas and mixed teams, with highlights across the nation. Notable entries include Arkansas A&M 86 Hendrix 4 and Oklahoma State related scores, plus NBA and ABA results and upcoming games across major cities and arenas. The aggregation reflects a busy midweek schedule with multiple conference and regional matchups, and a slate of games set for Thursday through Sunday.
Bob Foster is Fighter of the Year for 1968
Bob Foster, light heavyweight champion from Washington, D.C., named Fighter of the Year for 1968 by the Boxing Writers Association. At the 40th annual dinner in Grossinger, N.Y., Foster edged Joe Frazier 20-17 in the runoff. Foster has a 34-4 record with 28 knockouts and has won 13 straight, including recent defences at Madison Square Garden.
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Associated Press
New York
Bob Fosster
Boxing Writers Association
Washington, D.C
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John F. X. Condon
BWA
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N.Y
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Jimmy Ellis
World Boxing Association
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al Buck
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Miami Beach
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Madison Square Garden
James J. Walker
Italy
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Foster
Washington
Joe Frazier
Dick Tiger
Biafra
Tiger
Frankie de Paula
Jersey City
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Records May Fall at Ft Worth Meet
A galaxy of Olympic stars heads into the ninth annual Coaches Indoor Games in Fort Worth Texas at the new convention center. World record holder Bob Seagren leads a strong pole vault field as the meet aims to surpass the 16 feet 6 inch games mark. Seagren set 17-53 indoors in Albuquerque, with Olympians John Pennel and Dick Rallsback among the challengers. Other U S Olympians include Wille Davenport Randy Matson Bob Beamon Ralph Boston and Charlie Green. Davenport seeks his 10th straight indoor win on the modern track. Seagren, Davenport and Matson headline a deep field as Beamon earns national acclaim for his Olympic long jump. Davenport arrives after indoor record runs in Boston and the Astrodome.
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Tex
Convention Center
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Albuquerque
John Pennel
Dick Rallsback
Ucla
Wille Davenport
Chameion
Randy Matson
U.S
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Ralph Boston
Swift Charlie Green
Mexico City
Beamon
Davenport
Boston
Astrodome
Richmond Honors Coach of Jets
Richmond Indiana honored Weeb Ewbank of the New York Jets with a key to the city and milestone photographs marking his career. In other sports news, Bust Mathis versus Jerry Quarry seeks a March 24 Madison Square Garden bout, Curtis Person and medicalist Jim Cason post wins in Texas, Boris Ivkov leads Costa del Sol after three rounds, and Olimpija of Yugoslavia dominates Bayern Munich in European Cup Winners Cup play.
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Weather Plagues Bob Hope Tourney
Palm Springs California AP reports a roving weather story as the Bob Hope Desert Golf Classic enters its third round. Rod Funseth shoots 69 66 135 to lead, with Lee Trevino at 67 69 139 and Bly Casper at 71 68 139. Notable players include Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer amid a windy rainy day at Indian Wells.
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Associated Press
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Lee Trevino
Casper
Jack Nicklaus
Arnold Palmer
Indian Wells Country Club
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Olympic Stars Set To Spark Garden Meet Showdown
Three Olympic medalists Lenox Miller Ronnie Ray Smith and John Carlos join NCAA champion Jim Green of Kentucky in the 60 yard dash at Madison Square Garden. Also features Olympians Erv Hall Jeff Howser and others in sprint and hurdles events with Villanova Duke and Harvard stars in the mix.
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Associated Press
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Kentucky
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Michigan
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Fort Worth
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Harding Star Tops Free Throw Leaderboard
Harding's Bob McKeel leads NAIA free throw accuracy with 85 of 93 for a .914 percentage. He surpasses Philander Smith's Robert Thompson who missed a 65 free throw threshold. Arkansas Tech's Pay Brawn ranks 13th with 89 of 103 for .864, while Thompson sits second in field goal percentage at .766 and seventh in scoring.
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Harding
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Philander Smith
Arkansas Tech
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Davidson's Star Edges Out Dayton In Tight Finish
Davidson star Mike Maloy scored 23 points including a last second corner jumper to edge Dayton 64 63. Maloy fixed a flat tire and hurried to Madison Square Garden after a psychology exam as Davidson improved to 17 2 while navigating late rally by Dayton and other top 10 foes.
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Associated Press
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