K C Bars Twins Bid for Lead in 5 2 Loss
Minnesota Twins fell to Kansas City 5-2 as Harmon Killebrew blasted his 27th homer but a controversial seventh inning play helped the Royals seal the win. The loss left Minnesota one game behind Chicago in the AL race while Boston, Detroit and California won to stay in the mix.
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Fights Last Night Reported Across Cities
AP notes boxing results with Al Jones outpointing Everett Copeland in Miami Beach and Manny Surgo defeating Billy Wallace by points in New Bedford. Both bouts showcased rising lightweights in regional gatherings.
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Chiefs May Remain in Kansas City
Kansas City Athletics owner Charles Finley will not seek August permission to move the club but leaves a door open to a franchise shift. Finley met cordially with Jackson County Sports Authority officials pursuing a long term lease at a new $43 million complex in Kansas City. He noted he will evaluate proposals for a long term lease before deciding to request permission to relocate, while citing higher radio and TV revenue as a key motivation.
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Ashe Stands Out In Clay Tennis Meet
Arthur Ashe the top ranked man defeated Jasjit Singh 6 1 6 2 in the third round of the National Clay Court Tournament in Milwaukee. Billie Jean King, the top woman, beat Ginger Pfeiffer 6 1 and prepared to face Marilyn Jane Aschner as Lenny Schloss described his mood as miserable after earlier play.
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Reliefer Earns Start Win Over Phillies in Dodgers Victory
Dodgers win 2-1 as relief ace Phil Regan starts first game in nearly two years. He goes seven solid innings, allows five hits and fans six, with Len Gabrielson's two run homer proving the difference. Regan's outing keeps L A one game ahead of the Mets. Mets beat Houston to widen gap.
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Midwest Clinches Loop Title in Little League Standings
Midwest Dairy clinched the Little League title with a 9-2 victory over Sheriff’s Dept at K Park. Mike Pine earned the win with a three-hitter and 9 strikeouts. In other games Lions Club edged Hope Auto 6-5 for their third win in five. Barry’s Quick Sak routed Century Bible Class 11-0 behind Dennis Arnold’s one-hitter with five Ks. Wade Harris was named to the All-Star team after Buddy Ingram’s injury.
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Harrelson Tames Outside Pitches with A's Edge Twins
Ken Harrelson, now focused on baseball over home run chasing, hit two doubles and drove in three as the Kansas City Athletics defeated the Minnesota Twins 5-2 behind Jim Nash. Returning to Kansas City, Harrelson credits growth and teamwork under Al Dark, embracing a more mature, versatile role and shed past big ego.
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Travelers Win Over Dallas 2-1
Arkansas Travelers beat the Dallas Fort Worth Spurs 2 to 1 in Arlington. Pitcher Brian Sinnott limited the Spurs to nine hits while Joe Hague drove in both Trays runs with a first inning double and a sixth inning RBI single. Spurs countered with a third inning triple by George Sherrod and a single by Gene Etter for their lone run.
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Denver Hosts 49th PGA Tourney at Columbine CC
The 49th PGA Championship opens at Columbine Country Club in Denver with a 150 pros, 48 on tour. Top names include Jack Nicklaus Arnold Palmer Billy Casper and defending champion Al Geiberger. Prize money ranges from 300 to 25 000 with a 7 436 yard par 72 layout and possible rain.
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Frazier and Chuvalo Set for Madison Square Garden Bout
Joe Frazier, undefeated No 2 heavyweight, predicts victory over George Chuvalo in a 12 round title bout at Madison Square Garden. Frazier, 16 straight wins, is a 246 1 favorite as 15,000 fans expect a $100,000 gate. The fight closes a busy night with national TV coverage and a Garden blackout in New York.
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Bruce Terminix Exterminators Fight Pests in Garland
Bruce Terminix offers professional pest control using modern techniques to kill termites roaches ants and mice and prevent return. Trained specialists are available to eliminate infestations and protect properties in Garland. Call 74931 for services.
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