Death of Vince Lombardi Shocks Nation of Fans
Associated Press reports the death of Vince Lombardi, legendary Packers coach and Redskins executive, at 57 after a cancer battle. President Nixon led national mourning praising his teamwork philosophy and impact on football and American sport. Lombardi's funeral plans include Mass at St Patrick’s Cathedral and burial in New Jersey.
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Russia Near Victory in Davis Cup
AP Special Correspondent Will Grimsley reports on the 1970 Davis Cup semifinal in Forest Hills where Dennis Ralston and Arthur Ashe Jr. defeated Soviet players Alex Metroveli and Vladimir Korotkoy 7-6 6-7 6-4 3-6 7-5 in a five set marathon. The close match drew cheers as the U.S. team strained for victory amid a dramatic, crowd-filled atmosphere. Metroveli and Korotkoy, both students in Moscow, were praised for their strong play as the Russians pushed the Americans to the brink.
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Boston 5 2 Over Detroit in slugfest on Niekro
Reggie Smith led a Boston assault with a single and homer off Joe Niekro to power a 5 2 Red Sox win over Detroit. Smith raised his average to .322 and improved his season totals against Niekro to nine hits in 13 at bats.
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Baseball Standings and Scores In Hope Star Archive
American League East standings with Baltimore leading at 87 49 and New York at 76 60. Results include Baltimore 8 New York 4 and Cleveland 4 Washington 2. National League and Texas League highlights are listed with numerous game results and forthcoming schedule.
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Cubs Close in on Top NL Spot
Cubs rally behind Jim Hickman as he hits a run-scoring single, a three run homer, and drives in four in a 7-2 win over Philadelphia to move within a half game of the Pirates. Ferguson Jenkins earned the win while Billy Williams played his final game in a Cubs uniform.
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Major League Leaders By The Associated Press
American League leaders include batting by R Smith and A Johnson in top shares, Yastrzemski and Smith high in runs, Howard and Killebrew top RBIs, and Harper leading steals. Dodgers, Reds, and Yankees show notable figures in pitching and hitting with Cuel lar, McNally, and Seaver among leaders. Thursday’s Start features Kenned Fernandez’s ninth inning homer and Kirby’s three hitters shutout.
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Solunar Tables Guide for Daily Fishing and Hunting
Solunar periods drawn from Richard Alden Knight's tables guide daily activity to hunting and fishing. The notice explains using the periods to fish in productive territory or hunt in favorable cover, aiding readers to plan outings for optimal sport each day.
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Ark. Loses 2 Games to Shreveport
The Arkansas Travelers dropped a Texas League doubleheader 4-3 and 4-2 at Shreveport, falling four games behind the Memphis Blues in the Eastern Division with four games left against Memphis. Shreveport GM Bob Burton said Atlanta Braves will not back a league franchise there next season. Wenty Ford, at second, had a bunt single to drive in the deciding run in the opener. Dick Grant allowed three hits in six innings in the nightcap as the Braves produced three doubles and a triple against loser Dennis Caball.
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Hope Opens Season Here Tonight
Bill Moore reports from Hammons Stadium as Ashdown and Hope face off at 8:00 p.m. in the season opener. Ashdown moves from 7-A to class AA, a tougher tier, prompting questions whether the Panthers will adapt. The game promises four quarters of hard hitting football with a winner at the final whistle.
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Bradshaw Returns to Shreveport in Pro Debut Hopes
Pitts burgh quarterback Terry Bradshaw comes home to Shreveport as a hometown crowd of about 30,000 expects a professional debut against the Boston Patriots. Bradshaw starred in a 14-14 preseason tie with the Giants, throwing for 244 yards and a 37-yard TD as Preston Pearson adds a strong running threat. Mean Joe Green leads a rugged Steeler defense while Boston, seeking its first preseason win, counts on Eddie Ray to fill in for Jim Nance until the regular season opener.
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