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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Jun 29, 1976

Page

16

Baseball trivia Q and A compilation from old press data

A long list of baseball trivia questions and answers pulled from a 1976 press telegram style sheet. Topics include pinch hitters for Ted Williams, fewest homers in 2000 at bats, no hitters broken up, Yankee Stadium home runs, triple plays, 200-hit seasons with 100 HRs not achieved, and biographical notes on players like A Don Drysdale and Milt Pappas.

Don Drysdale Walter Alston Dodgers Los Angeles Brooklyn Ted Williams Carroll Hardy Williams Inodern Floyd Baker Cesar Tovar Catfish Hunter Dave McNally Mike Juellar Dick Bosman Barry Moore Yankee Stadium Mickey Manlle Babe Ruth Polo Grounds Yankees Brooks Robinson Himmie Foxx Chuck Kein Lou Brock Maury Wills Matty Alou Jo-Jon Moore Bob Neiman St Louis Browns Vida Blue Cy Young A. Louis Bebo) Newsom A. Juke Weimer Chicago Cubs A. Clay Kirby San Diego Padres Dor Wilson Houston Astros A. Milt Pappas DiMaggio Brothers Vince Joe Dom Wiedamwiez Ohio State Pittsburgh Pirates Harry Steinfeldt

Armenian Olympiad honors at Chabot College weekend

The AGAJANIANS J.C. and Ben served as honorary referees at the Armenian Olymp ics eighth renewal at Chabot College Hayward honoring Western Armenian Athletic Association legends for boosting Armenian impact in sports. Notable figures mentioned include Payton Jordan Ara Parseghian Armen Terzian and Jerry Tarkanian among prior awardees.

Agajanians J.C Ben Chabot College Hayward Western Armenian Athletic Association U.S Canada Jerry Tarkanian Sark Arslanian Colorado State Dan Manoukian Stanford Oakland Raiders WAAA Ara Parseghian Armen Terzian NFL Payton Jordan

Pro bowling PROCOAT BOWLERS Mision Viele Open

Pro bowling notes list entries and scores for a regional event with competitor names and affiliations. The page includes multiple bowlers such as Burdick, Shatt, Harry Detrian, and Bath, with club ties and regional locations like Torrance and Garden Gravel.

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U S takes formidable team to Montreal Olympics

At Hayward Field in Eugene the United States named a strong Olympic track and field squad including two Munich golds, four world record holders, four teenage sprinters and five twentysomethings with coach Leroy Walker predicting medals in most events.

Eugene, Ore United States Leroy Walker Montreal Munich

Evert-Navratilova Drama Sets Semis at Wimbledon Clash

Martina Navratilova and Chris Evert delivered a high tension quarterfinal as Evert fought back from deficits. Navratilova claimed key breaks but Evert prevailed in a long rally filled match. Goolagong also advanced to the semifinals, with Wade awaiting.

Sue Miss Navratilova Finnal Martina Miss Evert Miss Goolagong Miss Wade Casals Miss Goalagong Evonne Love

McDonald takes pro am at Shore Cliffs Gold Club

Doug McDonald of Oceanside shoots 63 to win the American Professional Golfers pro am at Shore Cliffs Golf Club in San Clemente. Steve Andreasen of Brea finishes second with 65, while Bill Lytle and Joe Gallarda tie for third with 67s. Howard Curtis Al Vitello and Debbie Weldon win low team honors with a best ball.

Doug McDonald Oceanside Shorecliffs Gold Club San Clemente Steve Andreasen Brea Bill Lytle Soboba Joe Gallarda Santa Ana Howard Curtis al Viltello Debbie Weldon

Hayes backs second chance in Olympic trials change

Hob Hayes argues the old two trial system could have kept him from Olympic gold in 1964 and warns the current format may hurt the United States at Montreal. He cites a 1964 leg injury and notes Steve Williams deserves another shot as world record holder who has proven he can beat the best.

Ralph Mann Munich Edwin Moses Uentin Wheeler Mike Shine Hayward Field Steve Williams Marty Liquori Williams Montreal Florida Liquori America Jacksonville Fla Hob Hayes Hayes Randalls Island N.Y Los Angeles U.S Almtreal

Women cagers remain unbeaten in Olympic prep round robin

The United States finished undefeated in Group A round robin play ahead of Poland in the pre Olympic women’s basketball tournament. The U S beat Poland 84 65 to claim the section with six points one ahead of Poland. Nancy Dankle led the U S with 22 points as the team built a 42 29 halftime edge.

Hamilion Uni United States Poland France Mexia Spain Bulgaria Britain Netherlands Sweden Korea Mexico Foland Nancy Dankle Cal State Fullerton U.S

Spitz Seeks Comeback After Munich Fame Fallout

Mark Spitz recalls the post-Olympic glare and hype that overwhelmed him. He concedes his image suffered from a mismanaged marketing push and reveals his plan to rebuild credibility with ABC Olympic coverage and renewed effort, possibly returning to dentistry.

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Long Beach Hosts Celebrity Tennis Benefit

Long Beach will host a pro celebrity tennis tournament on July 17-18 at the Billie Jean King courts to raise funds for college scholarships for foster children. Celebrities include Pat Crowley Refer Johnson Ben Murphy and Vince Von Patton. Admission ranges from 4 to 8 dollars and tickets may be purchased via Ticketron.

Long Beach Fos Pat Crowley Johnson Ben Murphy Vince von Patton Ticketron

Olympic track team roster features names from calendar era

A historic track page lists athletes tied to the U S Olympic squad and club affiliations. Names include Shatoul-A Peusirbech 78, Karin Sent UCLA, Harvey Glance Auburn, Earl Bell Arkansas, and Francie Larvhen among others with affiliations to UCLA, Auburn, Brigham Young, and various city clubs. The document references events, records and relay context across men and women events with multiple programs and locations.

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Wanta Go Vs She's Precious in Barbara B Stakes at Los Alamitos

At Los Alamitos tonight the Wanta Go vs She's Precious duel headlines the Barbara B. Stakes the 40 yard invitational handicap on a nine race program five Chics Twin Jet and Mr Capri also run. Vessels Maturity Trials Friday Independence Day Stakes Saturday and the Double Bid next Monday highlight a busy week of racing with Wanta Go aiming for championships and a Go Manie payoff later in July.

Barbara B Los Alamitos Chics Twin Jet Mr. Capri Orange County Wanta Go Gelitin Sponte Maskee Lad Wanta Gu Scott Hadley Go Man Ie Danny Cardoza Gown Cate Terry Lipham Canes Alamitos Twittet Eloc Little Blue Sheep Steve Treasure R. Capri Deck Kenny iLart

Hardin's Hotline At Los Alamitos Probable Win

An unclear sports brief mentions Los Alamitos as a probable winner with sparse readable details. Key names and precise outcomes are not fully legible in the fragment.

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Unclear Harness Race Card Details From Los Alamitos Meet

Fragmentary notes detail race 7 at Los Alamitos with times, bets, horses, and payouts. Names and entries appear jumbled, with likely exacta and payout figures but many garbled terms remain unreadable. The text resembles a race program snippet showing entrants, wagering lines, and results.

Hatfield applies for Seattle managerial post in expansion

Evansville Indiana manager Fred Hatfield says he has applied to manage the Seattle American League expansion franchise. He expects the White Sox to begin play next season.

Seattle Fred Hatfield Evansville Ind American Association Whiteoowl

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