Desperate Gorman Thomas falls short in Fenway bid
Milwaukee’s Gorman Thomas tied an American League strikeout record at eight, then doubled into a clutch play as Boston fell 4-0 behind Jim Colborn’s seven-hitter. Texas beat Oakland 6-1, Baltimore 7-1 over Cleveland, New York 4-2 Detroit, Kansas City 5-2 Minnesota, and Chicago 7-4 California. Thomas praised by fans and Crandall as he struggled to extend the record.
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Willie Wood Becomes First Black Head Coach in Modern Pro Football
Willie Wood was named head coach of the Philadelphia Bell in the World Football League three days before the season opener, becoming the first black field boss in modern pro football. The former Packers All-Pro safety, who joined as defensive coordinator, succeeds Ron Waller and reflects on the pressure to deliver a winning team. He once played quarterback at USC and switched to defense after being signed by Vince Lombardi.
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Pirates Aren't So Tough Says Phillies Win
The Philadelphia Phillies defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates 5-1 behind Tom Underwood’s four hit performance and two RBIs, extending Philadelphia’s dominance in the rivalry. Other NL games saw Giants, Braves, Astros, Cubs and Cardinals win, with notable rallies and clutch hits shaping the night.
Standings and Tuesday results from major league schedule
Standings show Pittsburgh 62 40 Philadelphia 59 44 New York 53 47 St Louis 51 51 Chicago 48 36 Montreal 40 58 West Cincinnati 67 37 Los Angeles 4 51 Francisco 52 51 San Diego 49 55 Atlanta 45 58 Houston 37 69 Tuesday night results include Chicago 4 Montreal 3 St Louis 5 6 New York 3 11 Atlanta 4 Los Angeles 2 Philadelphia 5 Pittsburgh 1 San Francisco 4 Cincinnati 2 Houston 6 San Diego 2. Wednesday games list Montreal at Chicago New York at St Louis Los Angeles at Atlanta Philadelphia at Pittsburgh San Francisco at Cincinnati San Diego at Houston with multiple pitchers noted.
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Baseball scores Tuesday in American League results
Recap of Tuesday AL results with Cleveland beating Baltimore 7-1 Milwaukee 4 Boston 0 New York 4 Detroit 2 Kansas City 5 Minnesota 2 Chicago 7 California 4 Texas 6 Oakland 1. Noting Eckersley Cuellar Slaton Cleveland May 9-6 etc. Schedule notes include several n and a designations.
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Jets reach 450000 a year deal with Namath for two years
Joe Namath and the New York Jets agreed on a two year contract worth 450000 per season. The pact ends negotiations that included a stand by Namath and his attorney Jimmy Walsh. The Jets plan a 1230 p.m. news conference at Hempstead camp to announce the agreement.
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El Paso Diablos massacre Arkansas in Texas League action
El Paso routed Arkansas 20-5 as 16 batters marched to the plate and 12 runs came in the first inning. Dan Behrbower fueled the attack with five hits and five RBI, while Pat Cristelli struck out 10 over eight innings. Jackson-late game thriller goes 14 innings, Mets win. Lafayette Drillers leaders. Gary Alexander tops home run chart with 20 as they beat Shreveport.
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Bartkowski praises Steelers linebackers ahead of All Star clash
AP report notes Steve Bartkowski calling Pittsburgh’s linebackers among the league’s shrewdest and fastest. He cites Jack Lambert, Jack Ham, and Andy Russell, warns of Joe Greene’s front four, and emphasizes establishing a running game to counter the defense in the 42nd College All-Star Game on Friday televised by ABC. Also mentions Margaret Court entering the Canadian Open in Toronto.
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Team owners deny shift rumors in Chicago and Seattle
CHICAGO AP owners of the Oakland A's and Chicago White Sox deny reports of moves to Chicago and Seattle. Finley calls the claim unfounded and Allyn says the White Sox will not leave Chicago, while noting a possible sale at about 20 million. Reports suggested moves could ease Bay Area attendance competition and aid Seattle’s franchise situation.
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Solunar Tables Plan Your Fishing and Hunting Times
The schedule of Solunar Periods, printed from Richard Alden Knight's SOLUNAR TABLES, guides daily sport. Plan days to fish in good territory or hunt in good cover during these times to maximize success.
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Hope tourney results at Hope Country Club
The Annual Club Championship Golf Tournament was held July 26 27 at Hope Country Club with seven flights and 60 players. Winners include Mitchell LaGrone club champion 1975 in the Championship Flight, Billy Bob Whitte first in First Flight, David Moore top of Second Flight, Bob Roberts first in Third Flight, Tom Ed Hays Sr and Tandy Easley tied for first in Fourth Flight, Dick Smith top of Fifth Flight, Jeffrey Jones first in Sixth Flight, and additional runners up listed.
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