Gun control debate stirs NRA backing amid Johnson plea
The State of the Union highlights gun control with a 25 word pledge praised by the NRA which backs tougher laws including mail order checks. Franklin L. Orth urges swift action and cites proposed affidavits to enable background checks. The exchange with Kennedy follows, while NBC ABC report outdoor programming and California fish and game notes record hunter and duck totals for 1967-68.
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Cepeda Agrees to $70,000 Pact
St Louis first baseman Orlando Cepeda, MVP last season, signed his 1968 contract in the $70,000 range. Cepeda helped the Cardinals to a World Series title and led the NL with 111 RBIs.
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Skowron Announces Retirement Away From Baseball
Austin Angles first baseman Bill Skowron, who left the Yankees five years ago, will not play this season per the Austin Herald. Skowron, now based in Chicago, told friend Harry Smith he is retiring and will remain in Chicago.
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Reichardt to Receive BA Degree Saturday
Rick Reichardt, former UW student and Angels wagging outfielder, will receive a bachelor’s degree Saturday among 1,700 mid year graduates at the University of Wisconsin. He left campus four years ago as a $175,000 bonus baby and resumes completion after eight semesters of interrupted schooling.
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Fishing Party Notes From Southern California Waters
A garbled report lists fishing party counts and catches across multiple California locations including Los Angeles County Big Rock Creek Legg Lake Lillierack Reservoir and Santa Barbara Lake Cachuma. It mentions boats barrels bass halibut rock cod and various fish stock notes for counties Riverside San Diego Santa Barbara and Ventura with numerous passenger counts and catches.
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The Arnold Swing Slow for Distance and Timing
The article urges golfers to slow their swings to maximize distance. It stresses square contact and timing, arguing many overswing and lose speed. Body and legs should contribute to clubhead speed for better results.
Ryun Named Top Track and Field Athlete of 1967
Ryun of Kansas is chosen Track and Field News top back and field athlete for 1967, marking his second straight year earning the honor as world record holder in the mile and 1500 meters. Randy Matson of Texas A&M finishes second overall, Tommie Smith of San Jose State third, with scores: 188, 85, and 51 respectively.
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Rambo and Smith Meet in Athens Indoor Relay Showdown
Oakland indoor action gathers stars at the Athens invitational track carnival. Tommie Smith and Lee Evans clash on the mile relay anchor as John Rambo and Ed Caruthers compete in high jump. Ralph Boston headlines the long jump field with world records in view. Larry Livers and Bart McCulloch run the 60 yard dash events.
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Stengel to Attend Baseball Writers Dinner at Palladium
Casey Stengel will join Dodgers and Angels figures as a guest at the 11th Baseball Writers Association awards dinner at the Hollywood Palladium on February 9. USC junior Jeffrey Zakaryan will receive the $500 George T. Davis memorial journalism scholarship. Milton Berle will emcee and the Young Americans provide music. Tickets are $20 and available at the Baseball Writers headquarters in the Taore Hotel.
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Sigi on Skiing Benefits of Class Level Training
The skier at any level will benefit by skiing in class. Primarily he improves his skiing. Second he gets the utmost enjoyment out of four days of skiing. Third he has the companionship of people who ski at the same level.
Namath Knee Cast Signals Team Hope and Caution
Joe Namath's left knee was cast at Lenox Hill Hospital to ease wear and tear after a tendon tear below the kneecap. Jets team physician Dr. James Nicholas noted chronic inflammation as a key factor while confirming the procedure.
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