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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

May 11, 1976

Page

13

Tarkenton Says Life In 30s Feels Relaxed In Minnesota

Fran Tarkenton, 36, veteran Vikings quarterback, says life is more relaxed and pleasant in his 30s. He plans to play three more years and finish his career in Minnesota, denying a desire to move to Los Angeles or New York for bigger off field opportunities.

Fran Tarkenton Minnesota Vikings Blonday Viking Los Angeles New York John Riggins Saar New York Jets Tarkenton Dan Gumey Sas Sanday North Anwoen Houston Oilers Hub Phillips Danastarini LOLA Chicago White Sox Wilbur Wood Golden State Warriors Charles Dudley Texuries Ivakland Tilcher Ken Ballaman Balfmore Formic New York Yankee Steond Raddy Hichardson Forrgally Congress South Carolina Tistrio BA

Robinson one of eight sharing world sprint record

Rey Robinson, 24, lost Olympic chances to human error as 1972 mishap echoes into Munich 1976. Once co holder of the 10 meter dash world record at 9.9 seconds, he and Eddie Hart missed a heat after coach Stan Wright’s misunderstandings. Now aged 24, he seeks redemption amid fading form and public fatigue.

Rey Robinson Tme Robinson Munich Stan Wright Eddie Hart

Foster vows comeback after title dream despite setback

Foster, 34, reestablishes himself in boxing as a light heavyweight, swallowing second billing after giving up the world crown in 1974. He notes he will take two rounds or more but just wants activity, saying he has the title in sight within a year following a one pound knockout of Al Bolden on Saturday night.

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Quebec minister warns unions over Olympic site sabotage risk

Victor Goldbloom, Quebec minister for the Olympic installations board, said a court has charged two unions with sabotage and work disruptions at the Montreal Olympic stadium. He cautioned the Games might face inconvenience if facilities and equipment are affected, noting plumbers and electricians are involved and raises about spectator toilets.

Victor Goldbloom Quebec Agaist Montreal Olympic Stadium Equiment Coud Goldbloont

Borg Beats Vilas for 50000 First Prize at WCT Show

A record crowd of 49 482 watched Sweden’s Bjorn Borg defeat Argentina’s Guillermo Vilas to win the 50000 prize in the World Championship Tennis event. Officials praised the slow Supreme Court surface while gaping at a rally crossing the net 90 times. Budge blasted the court as losers friendly.

Mike Davies Manlay Sweden Bjorn Borg Argentina Guillermo Vilas Davies Wimbledon Don Budge Lnsers Tryhie

Garr Drives White Sox to 4 to 7 Victory over Rangers

Ralph Garr delivered a two run homer and a clutch run scoring double as the Chicago White Sox defeated Texas 7 4 in Arlington. Garr’s late homer plus a decisive hit propelled Chicago past Texas who had tied a club record with seven straight wins before the ninth inning rally.

Ralph Garr Pat Kelly Per Garr Steve Foucault Steve Hargan Chicago Rangers Boston Milwaukee Texas Nelson Briles Horgan Roturo White Sox Pau Richards Richards Waxahachie Tony Oliva Twins Marty Pattin Terrell Larry Hisle Rostock

Dodgers Edge Cardinals In Ninth Inning Rally

Dodgers win 4 3 as Ron Cey homers in ninth and Ferguson earlier tied game with a two run shot. Burt Hooton pitched six strong innings, Garvey streak ends at 13, and TV delay tempers spill as umpires negotiate pay. Cardinals fight back with doubles from Kessinger and Brock before Cey’s late power seals the victory.

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Shero and Bowman look to rebound in Game Two

Montreal coach Scotty Bowman voiced special confidence after the Canadiens defeated the Flyers 4-3 in the playoff opener, while Flyers coach Fred Shero downplayed the setback. Bowman urged tighter forechecking and board control, saying the previous night is history and focus should shift to the next game.

Montreal Scotty Bowman Philadelphia Fred Shero Canadiens Flyers Bowman Porum Shevo Cer

Unclear sports score report with mixed team names

Fragmented OCR text lists several team names and scores such as Colts, Cardinals, Padres, Giants, and others, but the page is garbled. It appears to reference multiple games with partial results and inconsistent naming.

Angels Lose After Ryan Struggles Versus A's

Angels fall 8 3 as Ryan yields 15 runs and 17 hits over two rough late appearances while Bobby Bonds and Campaneris drive the Oakland attack. Tom Mitchell shines for the A's with 10 strikeouts in a six hitter, and the Angels lose Chalk to a shoulder injury as the Coliseum sprinkler system erupts.

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Cavaliers Aim to rebound in pivotal Celtics clash

Cleveland faces Boston in game three of the Eastern Conference finals while down two games. Captain Ringo Smith says the team will focus on basketball despite a contentious feud between team president Nick Milesi and coach Gill Pitch. John Havlicek expects to play after left foot bone spur flare up.

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