Globe Trotters eye Alcindor amid bidding war warning
Harlem Globetrotters president George Gillette said the team is interested in Lew Alcindor but will not engage in a bidding war unless UCLA's star shows genuine interest. He recalled lessons from Elvin Hayes and emphasized a short term deal, with talks planned with UCLA coach John Wooden.
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Wilt Chamberlain to insure earning power at 2.5 million
Milt Kahn, Chamberlain's personal manager, arranged a 2.5 million Lloyds of London life policy on the Lakers star. He projects Chamberlain's show business potential at 25 million over 10 years and aims to cover death or serious injury. Chamberlain plans to act sing write and appear in ads while Lakers pay 250 thousand annually.
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Kaiser Shaved to 36, Barber Gets Top Pay
Torrential rains forced the Kaiser International to shorten to 36 holes, marking the PGA’s first 72 to 36 hole reduction. Miller Barber, 37, won with a 135 after 68 and 67, earning 13 500, amid early Sunday woes and a washed out third round.
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Bruins, All-Star Game, and Player Results on KTLA and KNX
Bruce Devlin finished second in a delayed event with a 136 and $7,700. Arnold Palmer was third at 137 earning $4,785. The rainout hurt Devlin and Tommy Aaron after leading early as play was suspended nine under par. Devlin had eight under to start, birdied No. 2, and was on No. 5 when stopped. Aaron led with a five under 31 on the front nine before cancellation.
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Pro Bowl notes drumbeat and fan letters debate
In a Pro Bowl marked by double ballots and upsets West tops East as Roman Gabriel is named MVP and Merlin Olsen top lineman amid criticism of the field and voting. Readers respond with sharp letters defending teamwork and questioning star contracts and league politics.
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Earl McCullouch to Attend Long Beach Sports Night Banquet
Earl McCullouch last year’s major award winner returns as a guest at the 1969 Long Beach Century Club Sports Night banquet held at the Lafayette Hotel. The Detroit Lions rookie and former USC star will join notable figures including John McKay Tommy Prothro and John Ralston honoring Stanford’s all coast recognition.
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UCLA No 1 in Kaua UCLA? Not needed.
UCLA tops college basketball after a 100 to 64 victory over Houston as Guy Lewis jokes about the AP ratings. Gene Washington named athlete of the year. banquet honors Long Beach sports figures and contributors with tickets available at local outlets.
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Horse Racing and High School Events Featured At Santa Anita
Santa Anita hosts seers race with first post at 12 30 p.m. Prep basketball shifts to St Anthony versus Plus X at 8 p.m. Wrestling action set for Long Beach Municipal Auditorium at 8 p.m.
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Humble rookie star brings relief to Lakers rookie Hewitt
Lakers coach Bill van Breda Kolff lauds Bill Hewitt a 24 year old USC grad and No 1 draft pick for defense and speed while he balances basketball with fostering three children Teri 10 Tanjia 7 and Adrian 4 Hewitt projects into a larger role but faces limited minutes behind Baylor Counts and Hawkins while his coach urges more drives to the basket with Hewitt remaining quiet about his future plans and patience.
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