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Newspaper
Hope Star
Location
Hope, Arkansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 18, 1972
Page
2
In Sacramento a profile notes Mark Spitz once planned dentistry but now pursues glory as a swimming legend. The piece paints his public image, mentions Ardent Hills Club guests, and recalls his early training under Sherman Chavoor.
Sherm Chavoor guards Mark Spitz from a public clamour while the 22-year-old star eyes a record streak in Munich. The coach describes Spitz as private and cautious about his image, as fan mail floods Chavoor’s Arden Hills office with many envelopes addressed to Spitz.
Heavy rains and hail at the Oakland Coliseum postponed the third game of the World Series between the Oakland A's and Cincinnati Reds. Commissioner Bowie Kuhn and umpires called the field unplayable as water and ice flooded parts of the infield delaying the matchup a day. The series schedule shifted with game four moved, and game five if needed slated for Oakland. Arkansas Razorbacks prep for Texas with a brisk workout.
In last nights Little League action Young Chevrolet defeated Anderson-Frazier 22 to 12 at Legion Field with Flenery scoring 12 for Young Chevrolet and Hart and Johnson contributing 6 for Anderson-Frazier. Hope Auto routed Jones Motor Co. 22 to 0 as Walker posted 14 points. Next games set for Tuesday Oct 24 with Hope Auto vs Anderson-Frazier at 5 30 and James Motor Co. against Young Chevrolet at 6 30.
Cincinnati tackle Mike Reid dominated the Chiefs with five sacks and five unassisted tackles plus a key pass break. He credited luck and timing, and joined safety Dick Anderson and tackle Jethro Pugh as finalists. Reid called the honor a surprise early in his career.
Sidney Wicks scored 33 points for the Portland Trail Blazers, hitting two clutch free throws to seal an 111 168 upset of the Milwaukee Bucks. Wicks added decisive late baskets including a jumper and a 2 percent shot as Portland earned its first win of the season.
New York AP report notes coach Eddie Crowder remarks during a Big Eight clash preview. Oklahoma fans claim the Sooners are stronger offensively this season with rush and total offense up, while the defense boasts not allowing a touchdown so far. Fairbanks cites last weekend's 27-0 win over Texas as proof of improvement.
No stars, just good players. Tuesday night in the Hockey League the Penguins secured their fourth victory in five games. Coach Red Kelly noted the team’s ups and downs, saying they have had their ups and their downs.
Arkansas tailback Dickey Morton, weighing 180 pounds after starting at 160, aims for 190. He ran for 157 yards on 34 carries against Baylor, earning Offensive Player of the Week in the Southwest Conference. Morton credits improving ball security and receiving, while coach Frank Broyles notes his growing intelligence and explosiveness.
Solunar Periods schedule from Richard Alden Knight's Solunar Tables guides readers to plan fishing and hunting around peak times. The advisory emphasizes using these periods to find good sport in favorable territory and cover each day.
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