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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Jul 15, 1969

Page

19

Screwball termed unbelievable Brewer frustrates Astros

Dodgers reliever Jim Brewer baffled Houston as Los Angeles beat the Astros 4 1 after a rough day that included a loss to San Francisco. Jeff Torborg praised Brewer's screwball and toughness in the late innings at the Astrodome.

Houston Dodgers Los Angeles San Francisco Jeff Torborg Dodger Jim Brewer Brewer Torborg Rutgers University Broken Arrow Okla Astrodome Astros

Dodgers edge Astros as Jim Brewer seals 4 1 win

Dodgers beat Houston 4 1 as Jim Brewer earned his 14th save of the season and again shut down the Astros late. Don Sutton improved to 12-game winner status, while Wes Parker and Torborg provided the offense with a sacrifice fly, a homer, a double, and key hits.

Jim Brewer Dodgers Houston Mound Brewer Don Sutton Sutton Bill Singer Claude Osteen Don Drysdale Torborg Wes Parker Parker Maury Wills Dodger Bill Sudakis Bill Russell Russell Danny Ozark Walt Alston

Boxing Decisions Spark Critique of Sport's Folly

Critics charge Southland boxing decisions harm the sport after Hedge man Lewis defeats Ernie Lopez at Olympic Auditorium amid controversy. Hollywood figures like Bill Cosby and Diann Carroll watched ringside as Lewis took a beating, provoking debate on crowds and culture surrounding the fights.

Hollywood Bill Cosby Hedgemon Dihann Carroll Don “‘Get Smart” Adams

Lopez Beats Lewis Drawing Scrutiny From Boxing Officials

In a packed Olympic Auditorium, Lopez defeated Lewis amid controversy with officials planning a film review to assess scoring. Promoter Parnassus seeks Lopez as the challenger for a future title, while tensions rise between Forum power brokers Eaton and Parnas sus over control.

Lopez State Athletic Commission Olympic Commission Bob Turley

Daily baseball scores and results from Monday

Chicago 1 New York C Montreal 2 Pitt 0 Dodgers 4 Houston 1 Washington 3 Detroit 0 Minnesota 4 Chicago 3 Angels 2 Kansas City 0. Other games listed with varying pitchers and locations include Montreal, San Francisco, St. Louis, Houston, and Seattle reports.

Chicago N.Y. C Montreal Pitt Dodgers Houston N.Y St. Louis Phila

Padres Dodgers Angels TV Schedule Summary

Padres vs San Francisco on KOGO at 1 p.m. Dodgers face Houston on KFI at 5 30 p.m. Angels meet Kansas City on KMPC at 8 p.m.

Padres San Francisco KOGO Dodgers Houston KFI Angels Kansas City KMPC

Evening Sports and Race Card Listings

The schedule lists horse racing events at 7 45 p m and a baseball game between the Angels and Kansas City at Anaheim Stadium at 8 p m All times reflect the local post for today with venue and matchup details.

Angels Kansas City Anaheim Stadium

Kathy Youngest Emerging Javelin Star From Long Beach

Kathy Schmidt a 15 year old Long Beach girl stands out as a top U S track talent. She excels in javelin having won a national title and aims to compete against Russia and the British Commonwealth in Europe starting July 24. She eyes world records and the 1972 Olympic Games in Germany.

Athettes Russia British Commonwealth Long Beach Kathy Schmidt Kathy Hill Wilson High Europe Japan Frank Coveu Long Beach Comets Dave Pearson Germany

Jets veterans invite Rozelle to meeting at camp

Jets players led by defensive captain Johnny Sample said commissioner Pete Rozelle will visit the Hempstead training camp to address the Namath matter. The veterans met for about 20 minutes and Ewbank did not attend.

JETS Rozelle Weeb FBI Sample Ewbank

Brunet Two Hitter Lifts Angels Over Kansas City 2 0

George Brunet pitched a two hitter to blank Kansas City 2 0 as the Angels climb from last in the AL West. Lef ty Phillips emphasized urgency for better play and gate receipts after a 7 0 road trip, with Jay Johnstone delivering a two run homer in the sixth. Brunet improved to 4 9 on the season and credited coaching help for returning to a solid overhand delivery.

Angels Lefty Phillips Halos George Brunet Kansas City Jay Johnstone Roger Nelson Lefty Phillips Brunet Seattle Big Bru

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