Globetrotters Sold to Palmer Group for 3.71 Million
CHICAGO AP A Palmer syndicate led by Potter Palmer bought the Harlem Globetrotters for 3 710 000. Circuit Court Judge Robert Dunne approved the bid Thursday over Metromedia 3 5 million and Linn Broadcasting 3 million. The estate co executors backed Palmer stating the sale preserves the team in Chicago. Dunne cited Abe Saperstein's discretion in selling his lifetime enterprise.
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Irfeetime
Goalby Off Running in Buick Open
Bob Goalby opened the Buick Open with a 69 at Warwick Hills, taking a one stroke lead over Hugh Roger and Frank Beard. The 36 year old Palm Beach native used a hot putter and wedge while taming the 585 yard 16th hole, as greens drew complaints from pros about the back nine.
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Louisville
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East All Star Basketball Team Named
East squad for the East West All-Star high school game was announced with 15 players averaging near six feet. Key selections include Ray Mahon of North Little Rock and several players from finalists in Class AA and B tournaments. The game is set for 2 p.m. August 18 at Barton Coliseum in Little Rock.
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Fred Mooney
Jonesboro
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Blytheville
Robin Boge
Jacksonville
Joe Saweyer
West Memphis
Tommy Robins
Leachville
John Linck
Jim Marsh
Russellville
Bobby Bartlett
Richard Mullins
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Daevid McClain
Tuckerewan
Jimmy Hargis
Hamburg
Frankie Jones
Palestine
Donnie Bransecum
Old Trough
Tommy Watson
Greensee
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Palestina
Dewey Snowden
Brinkley
Ronnie Garner
Californians Face Tough Challenger in Cup Quarterfinal
Berlin AP reports California pair Billie Jean King and Rosemary Casals will meet a stiff challenge from South Africa in a Federation Cup quarterfinal, part of the hunt for the United States’ second straight world team title. Great Britain is favored to beat Italy in another quarterfinal.
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Quarry Fights Patterson for Ten Rounds at Memorial Coliseum
Los Angeles reports Jerry Quarry the young heavyweight faces former world champion Boyd Patterson in a 10 round bout at Memorial Coliseum. Patterson, 32, is a 9-5 favorite against 22-year-old Quarry of Bellflower. promoter Mrs Aileen Eaton expects 20,000 fans and $150,000 gate. The bout will not be televised.
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Solunar Tables by John Alden Knight
The schedule of Solunar Periods notes Major periods begin at sunrise and span about two hours, with Minor periods in regular type of shorter duration. Central standard time is used for planning fishing or hunting in the best sport territory each day.
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Horlen Shines in White Sox Win Over Bosox Rally
Joel Horlen improved to 7-0 with a six-hitter and 2.01 ERA in Chicago’s 5-2 first game victory over Boston, aided by chewing tissues to stay relaxed. Boston, later rallying in the nightcap, lost momentum as Cleveland, California, and New York games affected the standings. The Associated Press tally notes other American and National League results and minor league scores.
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Hope Star Baseball Standings and Results Summary
Baseball standings from the National and American Leagues with team records, leading batters and pitchers. Results include Atlanta over Los Angeles, San Francisco over Cincinnati, St. Louis over Houston, and New York blanking Washington. Also notes Thursday’s scores, upcoming games, and minor league Texas League standings.
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East Grid Squad Is Announced
Five Arkansas high schools including North Little Rock land two players each on the East All-Star football squad for the 12th annual game to be played August 13 at War Memorial Stadium. The East team, coached by Wallace Porter of Brinkley, features players from Hall Sheridan McGehee Catholic High and Little Rock Central among others.
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Harding Academy
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Hazen
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Yugoslavia Stuns U S in World Championship Thriller
Yugoslavia upset the United States 73-72 to seize a 4-0 mark in the amateur World Basketball Championship round robin. The loss drops the Americans to 4-1 as Yugoslavia and Russia vie for the title with final games looming.
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Adio Vic Emerges Giant Killer In Yonkers Pace
Adio Vic, an eight year old trotter in the Zeinfeld stable of Maywood Ol, is proving a giant killer by ending Bret Hanover’s 35 race winning streak two years ago and winning the $50,000 Good Time Pace at Yonkers Raceway on Thursday night as Romeo Hanover bowed after two straight victories.
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Little Rock Names New Cage Coach At Central High
Don Nixon, basketball coach at Southwest Junior High in Little Rock, was named head basketball coach at Little Rock Central High School on Wednesday. Nixon led Southwest to the AAA state championship this year, succeeding Jim Cathcart who becomes athletic director and supervisor of physical education at Hot Springs High School.
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Don Nixon
Southwest Junior High
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Southwest
Jim Cathcart
Hot Springs High School
Imlach and Cooke settle red Kelly deal in NHL meeting
Angry NHL leaders ended deadlock by trading Red Kelly from Toronto to Los Angeles for defenseman Ken Block. Kelly would coach the Kings after the draft as Toronto’s protection list was adjusted. Campbell also announced higher minimum salaries and an $18,000 average base pay for 1966 67. All Star Game set for Toronto January 16 with Leafs facing reps from other clubs. Interlocking semi finals for next season to be considered by Management Committee.
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National Hockey League
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Furl Sail Bids for Mother Goose at Aqueduct
Furl Sail, a 1967 standout, seeks the Mother Goose in the 14 mile, $75,000-added feature at Aqueduct. Mrs. Edwin K. Thomas previously boosted eligibility for the Acorn, Mother Goose, and Coaching Club Oaks with a $5,000 supplement after March 1. She already earned $44,330 for Furl Sail and $7,500 for herself, with potential Oaks costs bringing total to $22,500. Royal Malabar heads Michigan Derby and Argo naut Stakes fields while other three-year-olds run at Hollywood Park and Arlington Park in graded events.
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Braves Do Well Without Hank Aaron
Braves win 5-4 over Los Angeles as Hank Aaron misses a second straight game with a muscle pull. Atlanta, 10 of 13 before his sidelining, earns back to back wins and keeps pace with NL leaders. Other NL results include San Francisco 8 Cincinnati 5 and St. Louis 6 Houston 2. In AL, New York 6 Washington 0 and Cleveland 7 Minnesota 5.
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