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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Nov 05, 1968

Page

18

Two California gymnasts shine at Olympics with SCATS

Long Beach SCATS gymnasts Cathy Rigby and Wendy Cluff wowed the world at Mexico City with near-medal finishes. Coach Bud Marquette praises their dedication, predicts more SCATS on the U.S. team and Germany 1972 hopes.

Long Beach Calif Aero Team SCATS Cathy Rigby Wendy Cluff Clayton Bud Marquette U.S Munich Cathy Wendy Los Alamitos High School Mexico City North High Torrance United States Europe Vera Caslavska Vera Germany

Rams Hope McCullouch Benefited by Off Day

Rams linebacker Earl McCullouch faced a tough Detroit defense as the Lions rookie was held to two receptions. Ram corner Ron Smith, honored as a player of the week, noted McCullouch’s speed but suggested Arizona how he could improve with better cutting and control. Smith also discussed kickoff returns, squibs, and Ram coach George Allen’s outlook for upcoming games against Atlanta.

Marquette Cathy Free World Vera Caslavska Czechoslovakia RAMS Tommy Mason Dick Bass Ram Mason Bass Les Josephson Detroit Lions Roman Gabriel Gabe Gabriel Eddie Meador Eddie Lion Joe Schmidt Green Bay Joe Amen Earl McCullouch Detroit Lion McCullouch USC Long Beach Lions Baltmore Ron St. Louis Lou Michaels Baltimore Atlanta George Allen Billy Gregg Schumacher Detroit Maxie Baughan Allen

City League Basketball Scores Include Wide-Ranging Matchups

A crowded slate features D&L Draperies 65 over Insurance Ink 31, Hawkinson over PCC Club 28 and many more league results. Notable tallies include Jones from PCC defeating Park 48 38 and Donaldson’s team beating Keo 44 11 as Vickers secured a win in Hot 4.

D&l Draperies Insurance Ink Hawkinson PCC Club Jones PCC

Colts Rediscover Self Reliance Without Unitas

John Mackey says the Colts must give more with Earl Morrall stepping in. Baltimore plays harder and riskier as they win without their famed quarterback tendonitis sidelining Johnny U. Morrall has improved the offense, but a late decision awaits coach Don Shula on Unitas's return.

New York John Unitas John Mackey Baltimore Colts Mackey Green Bay Los Angeles Rams Earl Morrall Earl

Fresco Thompson In Serious Condition

Fresco Thompson 66 year old Dodgers vice president and general manager is in serious condition at St. Jude's Hospital Fullerton after a pancreas ailment relapse. He underwent surgery in September and is in the intensive care ward with orders for no telephone calls or visitors.

Fresno Thompson Dodgers St. Jude’s Hospital Fullerton Thompson

Long Beach Wildcats Streak Boosts Fresno State Hopes

Cal State Long Beach football extended a five year streak by beating Cal Poly 12-7 and Fresno State 42-12, with San Diego State contributing in prior years. The run continues as the 49ers rely on strong showings from players Wick Sorry Waters Cliff Specht and others noted by the coaching staff.

Cal State Long Beach Cal Poly SLC Fresno State 49Ers San Diego State Fresno Darryl Rogers Long Beach Don Reed Cal State Mustangs San Diego Bulldogs Wick Sorry Waters Cliff Spech Waters Dave Merrill Ca Poly Sen Ray Naylor Billy Gingter Morris Scroggins Pore Rick Blanchard Cal Les Shy Shy Dallas Cowboys NFL Blanchard Cal Sipre Billy Parks Parks

Caray Improves After Accident. Discharged From Critical List

Sportscaster Harry Caray was taken off the critical list after a Sunday car collision in St Louis. In fair condition he remained conscious and alert after a quiet night with fractures to both legs and a dislocated shoulder. Terry Dischinger had a cast removed, aiming to return Wednesday. The First American Bowl all star game signed three players for January 4 in Tampa, including Bob Gladieu, Notre Dame’s leading rusher.

Combined News Services Harry Caray St. Louis Caray Tampa Fla Bob Gladieu Notre Dame

California Giants Coach Wins Arizona Golf Tourney Title

San Francisco Giants coach Lowery won the Arizona Baseball Golf Tournament with a 54 hole total of 209. Willie Davis of the Dodgers placed second with 216 as Jon Kolb of Oklahoma State and Mike Ford of Alabama are noted in sports beat items. The Washington Post says the Washington Senators will be sold within days for about 10.5 million to likely buyers Robert E. Short and Jeno Paulucci.

Peanuts Lowery San Francisco Giants Willie Davis Dodgers Rosemary Casals San THE Washington Post Washington Senators Robert E. Short Democratic National Committee Jeno F. Paulucci

Warriors Top Suns 119 108 Behind Thurmond LaRusso

The San Francisco Warriors beat the Phoenix Suns 119 108 with a three pronged attack led by Rudy LaRusso and Nate Thurmond each scoring 28 points and Jeff Mullins contributing key plays.

Phoenix San Francisco Warriors Phoenix Suns Rudy LaRusso Nate Thurmond Jeff Mullins Warriors Dick van Arsdale Gail Goodrich San Francisco Allen Attles Bees Fen Ellis LaRussa Johnson Lewis Schivtz Mullins Lattin Je Thurmd Turner Williams Vardale Www Memmanerese Aides Wilson

Chamberlain to Start as Lakers Face Bulls in Chicago

Wilt Chamberlain will start for the Los Angeles Lakers against the Chicago Bulls in Chicago with Jerry West’s status uncertain until game time. West is nursing a thigh injury and may miss the contest, which will not be broadcast by KNX due to national elections.

Chicago Wilt Chamberlain Lakers Jerry West Chicago Bulls Windy City KNX West Robert Kerlan Milwaukee

Navy Football Vth District Tourney at Long Beach Naval

Navy teams competed in the Ninth District Northern Area Tournament at Long Beach Naval Station with results listing multiple ships and units such as Excel 32 parines 12 and USS Chandler 32 USS Turner Joy 14. The schedule shows Mine Force against USS Edson at 11:30 a.m. and battles between USS Hector and Santa Ana Marines at 1 p.m.

Vth Long Beach Naval Station Excel Long Beach Mine Force USS Edson Hector Santa Ana Isle Revere Exceles Chicago China Lake Weapons Center

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