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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
May 19, 1966
Page
6
Baseball night wrap recounts key performances with Mincher and Killebrew HR power for Minnesota, Lock’s game-saving catch for Washington, and a slate of AL and NL results. Includes Yankee win margin, KC sweep, and Houk era notes.
Doug Sanders led a strong field at the Colonial National Invitation Tournament in Fort Worth Texas with a four over par 71 in a tune up round. Eight former Colonial champions and 13 of the year’s top money winners featured while Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus did not compete due to back pain and a scheduling decision.
The American League powered by leaders like Oliva and Robinson highlights a 19 7 Cleveland pace while Minnesota Chicago and New York show varied results. Wednesday results include Minnesota 7 Chicago 1 and New York 7 Detroit 2 with notable standings shifts across the league.
The Associated Press report lists results from an boxing card in Arezzo Italy with Willy Qua tor Brandi Piero and other fighters. Dorsey Featherman Pugh and Nassau Bahamas appear among brief bout notes and points.
A National League update finds the Cincinnati Reds climbing near .500 after beating the New York Mets 4-2, while the Houston Astros win 6-1 and 4-2 over the Chicago Cubs to move within 2½ games of the front-runners. Joe Morgan leads Astros hitters with a .342 average. Houston’s corps also features Wynn, Jackson, and a strong pitching staff. Giants, Phillies, Dodgers, Braves, and American League results also noted, with Robins Roberts and Ernie Banks contributing key moments. In Washington, Senator Fulbright comments on Arkansas politics and Viet Nam, while predicting Winthrop Rockefeller’s gubernatorial chances.
ISTANBUL AP government orders foreign diplomatic attaches to relocate from Istanbul to Ankara by Sept 40 or risk loss of diplomatic immunity. Government officials say the move aims to consolidate foreign missions in the capital.
Amos Johnson, Medina boxer, once beat Cassius Clay and Henry Cooper, currently ranks seventh in WBA heavyweight standings. He has fought sparingly since 1969 Pan American Games, boasting 21 of 23 pro victories, and seeks a title shot or any pro bout while Clay defends against Cooper in London.
Willoughby Ohio AP report says Patrolman Maynard Merrill used a patrol car loudspeaker to bark at a stray dog in North Willoughby. The dog fled the log and headed home after the unconventional chase.
Dr Louis Y Bardfield, an optometrist, fitted his pet monkey Chi Chi with contact lenses to correct farsightedness. He notes Chi Chi tested food by tasting it to identify it.
Democratic candidate Winston Chandler accuses at least three asphalt suppliers of price fixing in Arkansas. He cites overcharges of 3 to 4 million dollars, while the state Highway Department studies continue without public results. Missouri recovered 3.5 million in overcharges. Chandler pledges prosecution if elected governor.
The Associated Press reports heavy rain hail and destructive winds hit sections of northeastern Texas with Henderson home to about 10000 people receiving over four inches of rain in an hour and winds up to 50 mph while Shreveport saw nearly two inches in one hour Thunderstorms extended across the South and Appalachians with other rainy spells in Atlantic and Gulf states.
HAL BOYLE argues President Johnson and Congress should honor America's middle aged generation, ages 40 to 65, as the real heroes who keep the economy and society functioning. He suggests national recognition such as a yearly parade, medals at milestones, and a brass sundial at 65, celebrating their steady contributions and family life.
Defense and Treasury teams pursue Americans returning from Viet Nam with profits from money manipulation and black marketeering. About 70 civilians have been probed, with one netting around 42 000 and others 16 000 to 18 000.
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