Santa Anita Strike Clouds Million-Dollar Racing Losses
Santa Anita Park remains dark for two days as a clash with parimutuel clerks halts racing. The shutdown costs the region millions in revenue and purse money while 2,000 workers are affected and horses relocate to Arizona and Caliente before a potential return.
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Settlement of Strike Very Dim at California Racetracks
Spokesmen for the unions and the Federation of California Racing Associations said an early settlement of the strike at Santa Anita and Bay Meadows is very dim. Lea Gaffer, attorney for parimutuel and service employees, noted unions proposed a negotiations session for today and said telegrams have been sent to track owners and officials inviting a meeting.
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Long Beach club honors Keith Morrow at 34th annual installation
The Long Beach Sportsmans Club awarded Keith Morrow the club trophy for 1969. He spearheaded plans for a new recreation hall, the Stampede fundraiser, and other improvements. Other nominees were Hal Powell Herb Nau and Bill Wright. Fishing awards went to Grandpa Jed Welsh for a 160 pound marlin and many others recognized for various catches.
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Bob Wright
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Glenn Dixon
Bert Paul
Donald Portone
Clifford Sewell
Bill Hamilton
Thurmond Retires After Injuries End Warriors Run
Nate Thurmond, NBA star for the Golden State Warriors, announced his retirement on Monday after a career hampered by injuries. He said he is leaving the sport while earning about $100,000 a year and will miss the remainder of the current season due to a second right knee injury in two years. He expressed gratitude for his association with the team but critiqued the length of his career.
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Rams Seek to Increase Moore Lead in Moore League race
In the Moore League boys basketball race Millikan High faces Lakewood and Poly this week as Rams aim to extend a 3-0 start. If wins occur the trio tied at 2-1 will vie for a CIF playoff berth with Millikan–Poly game moved to Lakewood High on Saturday due to a baseball coaches clinic.
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Stanford Coach Ralston Emphasizes Using Existing Players
The coach urges focusing on one’s own personnel over scouting others and stresses improving current players. He praises Jim Plunkett for proving his quarterback role and outlines an aggressive offensive mindset while cautioning against neglecting leaders on the team.
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Sizemore Heads Dodgers in Benefit Game at Blair Field
Sizemore will start for the Dodgers against the Major League All Stars in the annual medical benefit game at Blair Field. Sudakis shifts to catcher for his Dodgers debut, while Hutton and Valentine start at first and short. LaSorda Crandall and Gilliam will direct the team as tickets go on sale at Blair Field.
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Pancho Gonzales Wins Classic Match at 41 Upsets Laver in New York
Pancho Gonzales, aged 41, stunned world No.1 Rod Laver with a five set victory at Madison Square Garden in New York. The veteran’s win boosts his prospects in the new $200,000 Tennis Classic and keeps him active for upcoming head-to-head duels, including a showdown in Detroit.
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Ashe wins Australian Open first by a Black player
Arthur Ashe defeats Dick Crealy 6-4 9-7 6-2 to claim the Australian Open title becoming the first Black player to win the event. Stan Smith and Bob Lutz then won the doubles crown 6-6 6-3 6-4 over John Alexander and Phil Dent.
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