Ex-Manager Higgins dies at 59 in Dallas
Former Boston Red Sox manager Michael Higgins, 59, died Friday after hospital admission for a heart ailment. He had just been released from a Louisiana prison for a negligent homicide conviction tied to a 1968 fatal crash while intoxicated. Higgins had led the Red Sox to a 1955 fourth place and was named Manager of the Year. Funeral plans pending relatives' arrival from overseas.
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The Williams Theory on Hitting
The piece reflects on hitting success and failure, posing why questions about performance. It discusses a self reflective approach to understanding peak form and slumps, offering insights into the mental side of batting and general sports psychology.
Ted Williams Demonstrates Batting Stance For Senators
In Pompano Beach Williams explains how hitters lose power by standing too close to the plate and dipping the shoulder. He demonstrates in the Senators dugout with Nellie Fox and teammates watching. Williams argues practice and self inquiry matter most, while warning that some try to hit more home runs but ruin arc and power.
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Why No Girls in All Male Clubs Protests at Charter Oaks Club
Conni Venuti, wife of Ken Venuti, argues against an all male club in Long Island and urges inclusion. She cites women's progress, describes club features, and jokes about women’s roles and presence, while noting her stance is a firm protest. The piece adopts a playful yet pointed tone about gender exclusion in private clubs.
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Earning Pin Money And Losing Hair
Akron Ohio. Pro bowler Jim Stefanich discusses hair loss linked to tour pressure after winning $6,000 at the Tampa Open and his 1970 season. He describes receding hairline, plans to try restorers, possibly wear a toupee, and notes his mounting affluence from bowls success.
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Stefanich weighs golf over bowling for future in peek at PGA
Jim Stefanich reflects on choosing golf over bowling, noting higher payoffs and recognition in golf. He recalls Joliet roots and winter bowling with summer golf, saying most bowlers struggle while many golfers never win yet live well. He hints at PGA entry possibilities.
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Angels 1960s Prospectus Highlights Pitching and Lineup
California Angels face a shaky pitching outlook after a ninth place AL finish last season. Key additions Hank Aguirre and Ed Fisher bolster the staff alongside Clyde Wright and Hoyt Wilhelm. Lineup upgrades include Jim Spencer at first, Dick Stuart returning, and strong middle infield with Bobby Knoop and Jim Fregosi. Predicted finish places them ath in the West.
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Solunar Tables Plan Hunting and Fishing Times
Solunar schedule sourced from Richard Alden Knight's SOLUNAR TABLES suggests planning days around peak periods to maximize sport, guiding readers to fish in thriving territories or hunt in favorable cover during each day.
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