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Newspaper

Independent

Location

Long Beach, California, United States of America

Date

Oct 17, 1974

Page

20

Moore League showdown pits Lakewood at Jordan in opener

Lakewood hosts Jordan in a Moore League football opener at Veterans Stadium. Lakewood seeks a home win as Jordan aims to spoil with a balanced attack led by quarterback Larry Reynolds and back Don Datwina. The Lancers, favored after a three-of-four stretch, have adjusted positions and improved blocking and defense behind end backers Dan Binning and Trey Rankin.

Ken Pivernetz Veterains Stadium Lakewood Jordan Lancers Panthers Durdan Lakewood Fas Tt Soon Deo Don Datwina Lancer Dorazin Bob Dery Bill Raine Lake Hen Trey Rankin Vou Targrove Curt Gray Hargrove Tieketer Gray Carazio Ford Ted Verdone Dan Lewis Jian Silvey Dan Binning Stankin Mark Davis Hiccordieg Radford Oon Larry Reynolds Alan

Birmingham Falls to the Sun in Rough 29-25 Loss

A chaotic first half ends with Birmingham trailing the Sun 29-25 as Wil McAlister gains 33 yards, then 12 more for a late drive. The Sun take the lead on a 62 yard kickoff return, while Adams connects with McAlister and Denson in a series of passes setting up Laga and a late running score. Warren Capone and Harris help force a turning point on defense as the Sun surge ahead.

Wil McAlister James Willingham Aass Parks Sun Adams McAlister Seconl-Lall Diininghaut Varvins Warren Capone Harris Keith Denson Lohehdown Hiseris Mealister Birminanam Birm Sun le Hayraviay Felon Bonn Garcia Weld Cat Io Sark Haraway Acton JD McAlister Ayans Perenne Parks Nase Adamy Guarter McAlister Jran Williams Adamb Garein Iraq Patel

Scoring Play Recap From A Rough Sun Thirty Five

In a tight game against Bir ninghard, Chaleia's 2-17 lead came after a drive aided by penalties. Matthew Reed relieved Mira and helped the Americans regain momentum with a key TD pass. Reed connected to Dennis Woman on the next series for a pivotal score as Watertown trailed.

ANSO Sun Birninghard Chaleia Matthew Reed Mira Inierferchee Live Sun Tyard Reed Dennis Woman

Memphis Southmen Defeat Florida Blazers in Wednesday Showdown

Memphis Southmen top Florida Blazers 25 to 15 as Gary Shirk scores twice including a first half TD drive setup. Quarterback John Huarte returns from a leg injury to throw 11 yards to Shirk just before halftime.

Memphis Gary Shirk Memphis Southmen Florida Blazers Sone John Huarte Shirk

Bell Falls to Steamer in WFL Clash at Philadelphia

Shreveport Steamer shut out the Philadelphia Bell 25 to 0 Wednesday night before 750 fans. Jim Nance led Bell rushers, moving to sixth on the all time pro football rushing list despite the loss.

Philadelpina CPT Jim Nance Shreveport Steamer Philadelphia Bell

Long Beach State Falls to UCLA in Water Polo

Long Beach State water polo dropped a 13-5 decision to second ranked UCLA at Belmont Plaza Pool. UCLA surged in the second and fourth periods after a tight start, with Randy Judos scoring twice for the Beach and Garth Bergeson leading UCLA with six. Earlier, Molivelion State edged VEC FI.

Anghle UCLA Fouth Long Beach State

Hornets rally to first win of season 27-0

CHARLOTTE, N C Hornets power past Tee Citeage Fire 27-0 in Ward Football League victory. Highsmith rushed for 92 yards, scoring on a two yard run after a fumble recovery in the second period. Charlotte earns its first win since relocating from New York and sits 1-5 on the season in the Eastern division.

Charlotte Ncpr Ben Highsmith Wwe Bate Davis Charlot Hornets Tee Citeage Fire Highsmith New York Steond Place

AVL results Sipobene Rudionndit Wenes 16NCUMe Viewieure yprimatitest 4

AVL results show Sipobene achieving a 16NCUMe time while Rudionndit Wenes records a 4. Viewieure officials note discrepancies in timing and prepare an official review of the event scoring.

Sipobene

Team lineup notes and coach quotes amid rough game turnovers

The report lists starting players and notes a rough game with many turnovers. Coaches highlight improvement despite a 19 turnovers in four games and hard work to reduce errors.

Storm Beats Hawaiians In WFL Clash For Playoff Hope

Portland Storm overcome payroll woes and a defensive grind to edge the Hawaiians 3 0 in a World Football League game. Booth Lusieg drilled a third period field goal as Portland, delaying a clinch for Hawaii while improving to 5 4 0 41 overall and staying alive in playoff contention amid ownership changes and financial strain.

Portland Ore Booth Lusieg Oustyard Perio Portland Storm Tor Oassildear Hawaiians Boycat Robert Blurris Trimands Hasyaitans Paviliad Hawaii

World Series facts and figures summary in brief

An OCR fragment surveys World Series data including team names, scores, receipts, and share figures. It mentions players, managers, and venues in a condensed, period-tone listing, noting totals for games and payouts.

Evert Beats Casals In Marathon Wimbledon Style Match

Miss Evert top seed defeated Rosemary Casals 6-2 6-7 6-2 in a two hour plus quarterfinal at a $190000 women’s tourney. Virginia Wade won her opener 6-4 7-5 despite back pain after falling Tuesday, while Jolie Heldman struggled with Wade’s lifting shots and a late comeback. Wade finished sore but ready for next round.

Chris Evert Rosemary Casals Viginia Wade Jolie Heldman Despiite Miss Evert Casals Miss Wade Miss Heldman Miss Helding

Tennis results spanisiloves and international showdowns

A chaotic splash of tennis results lists numerous players and nations with unclear pairings. Names such as Allan Johansson Arthur Ashe Barry Phillips Moore and Raul Ramirez surface amid scattered scores and miscues, suggesting a multilingual, error-ridden update with multiple matches and events.

Spanisiloves Barcelony Tom Okher Allan Johansson Weeny T Kaden Barry Phillips Moore Vausydiliay Volek Fikwk Poland Arthur Ashe Mang Karysara Britny Gogtmvied Fede Raul Ramirez Mexica Hote Vu Heh Dis Maral Soloman Hottram le Nastzer Roger Taylor Guilkeenee Wills

Tenace leads A's past Dodgers amid Buckner clash

Buckner remarks spark heated clubhouse debate as Tenace drives in a decisive run. Finley’s lineup tweaks, Jackson and Rudi back strong, Holt recalls missteps while Holtzman hammers key hit. Dodger pitchers struggle in a tense game with late twists and sharp exchanges.

Detroit Red Wings Triumph in Second Period, 2-1

Detroit's Roule Lochead scored a third career goal with 31 seconds left in the second, lifting the Red Wings to a 2-1 victory. Mickey Redmond added two goals for Detroit while Stan Mikita helped Chicago with a scoring burst in a game filled with late lead changes.

Toronto Borje Salming Tommy Williams Bob Murdoch Roukle Bill Lochead Detroit Red Wings Hhame Anta Manes Mickey Redmond Stan Mikita Tony Kapostin Boston Bruins E Vickers New York Rangers California Seals Vickers New York AM MacAdam California Brad Puck Kal Caeconting

Golf tournament round advances with high scores and names

The article charts a golf event with players from Fish Haven Ida and many others, detailing second round progress and scores. It notes a hyple-in-one by Rod Scéley and lists numerous participants, ties, and figures as the field narrows toward a $4,500 winner’s purse and Saturday finish.

Rod Scéley Fish Haven Ida Dave Nivenglst Jack Rice Barry Jaeckel Rex Caldwell Bowsch Hal Undervrong Suzuki Hulen Coker Jin LeLean Mike Maney Dicks McCleattens Chuck Neniaibang Mike Walney Jim Lynch George Calle Jon Sater Gary Sanders van Halldorson Oan Sommers Ferrara Dan Pogley Yante We Charles Barensba Ty Iis Ken Edlern Andersin Rick Sarouse Jimmy Clark Dick Mertenian Wie Barber Torte Lancers Ken Merscheim Len Slut Trace Non Abreu Iss Russ Fraser Dave Olsen Fer Eliswaith Joel van Wasenen Jett Hewes John Scharvin Dan Sarrite Sammy Rachels Lits Terry Florence Jon Merman Gary Vanier TR Ray Arinno Jerry Barberest BM Feil Tom Sargent Agi Jack Garner Ray Oakus Pi fAark Pell Tom Shrey Isrid Yates Joe Mance Cale Jackson Mive Kranz Din Weight Ark Schenish Fred Crockett Kevin Morris Greg Pineer Rich Rumpausn Hanks Woadrerne Haring Chapman George Glichey Tory Colesi James Pearshall Aschieil Terry Jennings Gell Art Hensersom Belobo Dong Doravic Baby Pete Genprewe Dick Whitten Tony Camcestbed Mohey Amakue

Suttons and Blues Fight Through Ninth Inning Edge

The game sees Suttons and Blues trading leads as Oakland rally in the late innings. Buckner singles out Bill North for a bruising at bat while Messersmith falters walking North and loading the bases. Bando, 0-for-11 in the series, hits a key infield single to tie the score before Holt delivers a pinch hit for the go ahead. Green scores Washington on an infield out. Garvey, Yeager disputes and a double play cap the odd frame before late reliever Fingers allows the tying run.

Moltzman BU Rosesell Ay Phat Oakland Andy Messersmithy Bill North Hitte Buckner North Messersmith Buckner Messsersmith Sal ‘Bando Reggie Jackson Steve Garvey Ute Bas Main Ron Coy Steve Yeager Nike Steve Garvey Dodgers Claudel Washington Jim Holt Don Denkinger Jackson Yeager Hee M “E Tura Green Washington Hollaman Jim Wein Ftallie Fingers Seri Ferguson Cey Tussell Joshua Letty Philadelphia Mamit Sini Satan Moeshall

Toronto Maple Leafs rally past Los Angeles Kings

A late power play goal by Bill Fielt gave Toronto the edge over Los Angeles as the Maple Leafs capitalized in the final minutes. Assists went to Jim McKenny and Dave Keon, with Rogie Vachon in net for the Kings and Mike Murphy scoring earlier in the game.

Toronto Bill Fielt Maple Leafs Kings The Mick Rogie Vachon Jim McKenny Dave Keon Mike Murphy Gatar

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