Canadian sulky driver wins world harness title in Montreal
Herve Filion of Angers Quebec captured the world harness racing title in Montreal. He earned 472 points across 25 races in seven harness centers, 54 ahead of runner up George Sholty of the United States. Stanley Dancer finished third with 392 points.
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Top Claimers Lure Field at Hollywood Park Stakes Day
Gray Power and Revolution spearhead a nine horse field in the Brentwood Stakes at Hollywood Park. High weight Title Game with rider Bill Shoemaker seeks a first stakes win since 1968 while four entrants carry 40 000 to 60 000 claiming prices.
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L K Shapiro Harness Racing Leader Dies
LK Shapiro 72 a founder of Western Harness Racing Inc died Monday after a long illness. He owned California stakes champion Native Diver. Private funeral is set for Wednesday at 2 p.m. Sinai Temple Westwood. Born in New York City he moved west in 1921 from oil to textiles. survived by widow Ida, son Marvin and five grandchildren.
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Stranded Fans Warned Over Milan Trip for European Cup
The Foreign Office warns Celtic fans heading to Milan for the European Cup final on May 6 not to spend return fare on drinking if stranded. About 20 000 to 30 000 Celtic supporters plan to travel to see Celtic face Feyenoord Rotterdam. Walter O Malley, Mayo Clinic chairman, is recovering after abdominal surgery and should leave hospital in about 10 days. Baseball commissioner Bowie Kuhn considers stadium readiness for the 1970 All Star game in mid-July, with Atlanta as backup if unfinished. Foster’s title bout with Mark Tessman in Baltimore on May 4 postponed due to Foster hand injury. Hungary’s women’s tennis team unlikely to play South Africa due to apartheid policies. draw pairs Hungary and South Africa in the second round. Pittsburgh Pipers sold to Haven Industries for cash and stock. team to stay in Pittsburgh. Center Garry Unger of the Detroit Red Wings had tonsil surgery.
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New York Horsemen Oppose Off Track Betting Bill
New York horsemen say they will move horses elsewhere if finances do not improve. The state senate backed the off track betting measure by 32 to 23 and the assembly approved it 95 to 60. The Horsemen's Benevolent and Protective Association, representing 98 percent of NY Thoroughbred owners and trainers, says they were ignored on the issue.
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Angels win on late rally in 5 4 victory
The Angels edged the Royals 5-4 as Krausse faded after a strong start. Fregosi and Repaz provided key moments while Mesnermith tied AL season lead with 31 strikeouts. Spencer returned from a hamstring pull as Johnstone, Murphy and others fueled the comeback.
Angel of Day Repoz Delivers Game Winning Hit
Roger Repoz rapped three straight hits including a tenth inning single to lift the Angels over the Brewers 5 to 4. The note then shifts to bowling guidance discussing aiming spots and a new illustrated booklet by Don Carter and Marion Ladewig with a 20 cent request for mailing.
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Milwaukee proposed as home for joint ABC WIBC complex
The American Bowling Congress and the Women's International Bowling Congress plan a unified national headquarters in Milwaukee. Directors endorsed the measure at the 79th ABC meeting in Knoxville as WIBC delegates weigh harmony on mutual interests.
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9 Ball Tourney Ends In Tie With Playoff Tonight
The Long Beach International 9-Ball Tournament ends in a four way tie with 8-3 records after 12 nights. A sudden death playoff is scheduled tonight at Paramount Billiards. Players include Ed Kelly Ronnie Allen Marty McConnell and Jim Mataya. Monday night results feature Dillberto defeating Watson 11-3 and Kelly beating Florence 11-7.
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Unclear fragment hints at Mason’s Specials and Major Otory
Fragmentary OCR mentions Mason’s Specials and Major Otory with cryptic terms and references to pinses and Celipht, lacking coherent events or identifiable entities.
Penguins vow to not be intimidated in Blues series
Pittsburgh coach Red Kelly said the Penguins will not be intimidated as they renew the Stanley Cup finals with the St Louis Blues in St Louis. He noted the wartime style of play and penalties, and the Blues countered with Noel Picard actions, while NHL coach of the year honors went to Kelly in Hockey News. The Black Hawks and Bruins prepared for game two as Chicago aimed to rebound from a 3-0 loss and Boston’s coach Harry Sinden warned that early results do not guarantee the series outcome.
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Braves Sign Farrell As New Pitcher Agent Hire
Atlanta Braves announce the signing of pitcher Dick Turky Farrell as a new addition to the pitching staff. The move aims to bolster the rotation for the upcoming season as team officials confirm the contract terms and expected role.
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Petty opens season with stock car triple win lead
NASCAR Grand National leader Richard Petty won at North Wilkesboro to become the season’s first triple winner, raising his points to 941 with Bobby Isaac runner up at 48 behind. Grand National money leader Pate Hamilton tops earnings at 80,590 while Tiny Lund leads Grand American with 396 points and 9,950 dollars in prize money.
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Gymnasts Go Tonight at Cal State Long Beach
A stellar field of gymnasts converges for the 11th Long Beach Invitational Championships at Cal State Long Beach. NCAA Longshore champion Doug Boger of Arizona is joined by Gary Albert and Danny Uyeda from UCLA, BYU’s Dennis Ramsey, and Cal State’s Rich Neuner. Admission is 1.50 for adults and 1 for students with Atherton or Palo Verde parking advised.
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