Major League Batting Averages and Leaders Listed
A scrapbook style table lists American and National League batting leaders by at bats and runs, with names like St Le Beskerh, Henge, Carey, and Patek. Pitching headings show strikeouts and no hitters under various abbreviations, with players such as Torre and Killebrew noted among others.
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St. le Beskerh
Carey Ally
Brest
Qiva
Mien
Aati
Buford
Tovar
Jain
Biz Patek Carey
Wien
UNS
Killebees
Pin Bell
Pious
Pann
KC Ann
Harve
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Durocher faces choice resign or be fired
New York based report says Leo Durocher nearly quit during a turbulent week with the Chicago Cubs. Owner Phil Wrigley may offer the same exit option Durocher gave the club in 1935, as trio of former allies drift away. Wrigley plans a cold assessment in October, with Ernie Banks as a possible future manager milestone.
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UPI
Leo Durocher
Phil Wrigley
Durocher
Chicago Cubs
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Wrigley
Cubs
Morace Stoucham
Giants
Joe Pe‘pstone
Ron Santo
Joe “Peplone
Larry “Walker
Houston
Joe
Chicago
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Bob Watson
Pepitone
Durother
Santo
John Holland
Tioland
Jobn Molland
McEt
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Duracher
Marvin Miller
Phil. Wrigley
Leo Durother
Emoion
Ernie Banks
Dodgers Host Oakland For Last Time
Angles host Oakland in Anaheim for the season’s final Oakland visit as Tom Murphy faces the A’s. The crowd reached 44,031 at Anaheim Stadium with Blue Moon Odoms and Chuck Dots to follow. Details on injuries and lineups appear mixed, but Murphy aims to improve his 10-4 mark.
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Vida Blue
Anaheim Stadium
Angel Accounting Dept
Blue Moon -Odoms
Chuck
Oakland A's
Anaheim
Tom Murphy
Blue
Angels
Athletics
Long Beach sports notes and Navy duty for UCLA golfer
Local columns highlight student fundraisers amid a drive for support for a campus group feeding calendars and season tickets. UCLA golfer Larry Benson from Milliken High heads to a Navy post in Iceland, excited by near Scot courses and distant travel. The piece muses about Long Beach joining a new major hockey league and quotes John McKay on bowl eligibility for Pac-8 runners-up amid financial concerns.
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Cal State LB
Jim Shlun
Bea
4Ser
Spirik
Larry Benson
Ucla
Milliken High
Iceland
Benson
Scotland
Long Beach
John McKay
Pac
Three Bruins Earn Promotions to Starting Units
Sprinter Reggie Echols moved up to first string in practice by UCLA coach Pepper Rodgers, with offensive guard Brian Goodman reclaiming a first team spot. Echols, a sophomore letter winner from last season, had not participated in spring drills, while Randy Tyler faced a knee issue as UCLA claimed its best shape yet and moved into the No 1 backfield.
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Reggie Echols
UCLA
Pepper Rodgers
Brian Goodman
Echols
Echals
Michael Clayton
Randy Tyler
Pourider
Bruing
Reds Reinstate Sparky Anderson For 1972 Season
Cincinnati Reds name Sparky Anderson to manage the 1972 season after a second division finish. Anderson, rehired despite the club’s slide, said he never thought he’d be fired and predicted the team would contend next year, insisting the decline would rebound to the top.
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Cincinnati
UPL
Cincinnati Reds
Sparky Anderson
Anderson
Dave Bristo
Seals Acquire Johnson From Canadiens in Cash Deal
The Golden Seals announced Monday they have acquired defenseman Marshall Johnson from the Montreal Canadiens in a straight cash deal between the National Hockey League clubs.
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Oakland
California
Golden Seals
Marshall Johnson
Montreal Canadiens
Browne Out for Rest of Season with Thigh Injury
Phillies outfielder Byron Browne will miss the remainder of the season after tearing a thigh muscle in a 8-2 loss to the Giants. Dr. John Lachman of Temple University Hospital said no surgery is needed and Browne will wear a cast on his right leg for six weeks.
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Philadelphia Ra
Byron Browne
San Francisco Giants
Philadelphia Phillies
John W. Lachman
Temple University Hospital
Browne
Yank's Gable Wins in World Wrestling Showdown
Dan Gable, former Iowa State champion, captured the 120 pound title as the United States earned its lone victory at the 18th freestyle wrestling championships. The Soviet Union topped the team standings with 42 points, while the U.S. finished sixth with 19 points.
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Saofia
Bulgeris
UPI
Dan Gable
Iowa
United States
Soviet Union
U.S
Esc World 5erica arene event report details
In Tecema al Pertignol weather affected the event as rain disrupted the arena activities. H.C. Phe and Bega teed PCL results were noted with unclear outcomes due to the conditions.
Trojan defense upsets McKay in scrimmage showcase
The Southern California Trojans defense stoked optimism by stifling coach John McKay’s offense during a two minute scrimmage. Sophomore Greg Marderian shifted to defensive right end from Granada Hills, replacing Monte Doris as the unit impressed for a strong run and pass defense.
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Southern California ‘Trojans
John McKay
McKay
Greg Marderian
Granada Hills
Monte Doris
Sophmore
Walker exit looming for Houston Astros manager
Houston's Harry Walker faces a probable exit after a tumultuous fourth season marked by player dissent and poor results. Fans booed his appearance at a recent Oilers-Cowboys exhibition, while insiders say as many as a dozen Astros oppose his leadership. He deflects blame, urging trades and noting prior firings and rebuilds elsewhere.
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Harry
Astros
Casper withdraws from Hartford Open amid illness
Bill Caspier will not participate in the Greater Hartford Open due to illness. Sponsors confirmed the setback as the field prepared for the golf tournament with Charlestes 3.9 and Dixie Alan among the noted performances.
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Casper
Hartford
Conn
Bill Caspier
Greater Hartford
Rookie endzone fumble haunts debut in chaotic weekend notes
A rookie wide receiver dropped a right on target 18 yard pass from John Wail in the endzone, denying his first pro TD. Cal State Long Beach pick Leon Burss lamented the blunder while Lloyd McLendon, a 12 year old prospect, impressed with a five homer ten at bats in Little League. Navy QB Ade Dillon leaves, Navy coach Forzano calls it a turning point. Green Bay welcomes Bart Starr back as Dan Devine eyes future. Earl Manigault faces prison and hoops hopes with Utah Stars. Harlem legends hailed. Bengals suffer late injuries. Yawkey weighs wholesale deal talk and Yastrzemski chatter.
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John Wail
Leon Burss
San Diego Chargers
Cal State Long Beach
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