Basketball Merger to Congress Under Guarded Optimism
ABA Commissioner Jack Dolph voiced guarded optimism that Congress would approve a merger with the NBA after months of negotiations. A federal judge barred further talks without Congressional action while NBA players challenge the deal as anticompetitive. Dolph noted precedent from 1966 football-merger legislation and said Congress may recess by Labor Day for a decision.
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Travelers Nipped 5-3 at Amarillo
Amarillo defeated Arkansas 3-5 in a Texas League game as Lenny Boyer and Jose Cruz homered for Arkansas. Mark Cleary led Amarillo with three hits, Jim Howarth added a triple, and Gary Ryerson earned his first win of the year after three losses. Ray Bare took the loss.
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Bruins Take 2-0 Stanley Cup Final Lead Over Blues
Bruins knock off Blues 6-2 in St Louis to move ahead 2-0 in best of seven. Ken Hodge and Eddie Westfall lead with two goals each. Bobby Orr and Phil Esposito set playoff assist records despite no goals. Blues coach Scotty Bowman called for stronger skating as Boston dominated play.
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Razorbacks Sign Iowa Player Belger from Regina High
Arkansas Razorback coach Lanny Van Etan announces the signing of guard Gary Belger from Iowa City Iowa Regina High School. Belger an All State selection averaged 24.8 points and 13 rebounds per game last season.
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Hogan in Tourney at Houston
Ben Hogan, a living legend, heads to the Houston Champions International Invitational with a $115,000 prize as a favorite. He states he is unsure about a full comeback and will play this week while evaluating his fitness for possible future events.
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Associated Press
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Fort Worth
Hogan Returns To Competitive Golf At Champions Club
Hogan, sidelined by injuries and an auto accident years ago, enters a 72 hole test at Champions Club with 95 competitors. Though favored, Lee Trevino and Gary Player lead betting while other top names skip the event.
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Jack Nicklaus
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North Carolina A&T to Meet Southern in Black Football Classic
North Carolina A&T will play Southern University at Franklin Field on September 12 in the first Black Football Classic, an announced matchup that sets a historic cross conference clash.
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