U S Swimmers Lead In Olympic Pool And Yachting Wins
The United States swept the men 100-meter butterfly with Doug Russell beating Mark Spitz and Ross Wales to claim gold. The 800-meter freestyle relay team, John Wilson, Spitz, Stan Berych, and Don Schollander, won gold in 7:52.83. Yachting added Dragon and Star class golds through Friedrichs, Schreck, Jahncke, North, and Barrett. Overall US totals rose to 28 golds, 18 silvers, 18 bronzes with Russia trailing in team standings.
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Smith and Carlos Return to U.S. amid reporters chase
Smith and Carlos arrived at San Jose airport after Mexico City victory in the 200 meters. By the time they reached customs they avoided comment aside from a few remarks, as reporters pressed for reaction to their Black Power salute and suspension from the U S Olympic team.
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Las Vegas sports and entertainment notes from local pages
Morning line chatter on DEL WEBB and a possible baseball return. Freddy Little eyes a world junior middleweight title bout in Italy with Jimmy Deskin and other Nevadans planning to attend. Denny McLAIN appears at the Riviera while Maury Wills previews his upcoming show at El Cortez. Don Drysdale attends Circus Circus opening. Mickey Mantle at Sahara Invitational and Mickey Solich to sing at Frontier starting Oct 30.
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Pat Diskin remembered as longtime school official in Las Vegas
A reader recalls Pat Diskin a respected school administrator in Las Vegas then notes his sudden death Sunday night in South Lake Tahoe Calif The reminiscence highlights his career and loss.
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Colorful Couple Sparks Sahara Invitational Style
Photographer Les Nehamkin and wife Irma stood out at the Sahara Invitational at Paradise Valley Country Club. Les wore a wild Hawaiian shirt with red slacks while Irma chose a brilliant orange outfit, drawing attention as a striking pair.
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1968 Sahara final thrill missed by national TV
A note recalls the final round of the Sahara in 1968 not aired nationally due to the World Olympic Games, calling it one of the year’s most thrilling moments.
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Crowd at Circus Circus Left in Wild Fray
Eyewitness recalls a chaotic opening last Friday night at Circus Circus with a crowded mob that nearly trampled attendees. A 30 minute tour revealed many friends and familiar faces amid the bustle.
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Las Vegas sports scene swirls around Bill Miller promoter figure
In Las Vegas chatter, promoter Bill Miller is hailed for his circuit and weekend stock drives at Craig Road while a brewing clash between APG and PGA looms. Golf writers say four major PGA events remain in 1969, prompting a drawn out feud between organizations.
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Cowboys Versus Rams In NFL Championship Showdown
The Cowboys offense meets the Rams defense for the NFL title with the championship game set for Sunday December 29 at the Eastern winner’s home stadium.
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Centurion Golf Club Aims to Stop Hooks with Adjustable Weights
Steve Blitz and pro golfer John Schlee unveil the Centurion, a new golf club designed to prevent hooking. The head features adjustable weights to alter swing bias, with early hopes that success could spark high demand.
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Franks Beard Eyes Breakthrough and Rams Schedule Preview
Kentucky golfer Frank Beard has not won a pro tour title this year but has earned nearly 100000 from tours and may reach 100000 before year end. The Rams host NFL games in Los Angeles with Lions in November Giants Bears and a big December showdown with Baltimore. Sahara Invitational guests NAT Fields Fred McKenna Harvey Diederich and Del Webb attended the final round where George Franklin, a former pro-am winner, was noted.
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Golfer Rosburg Bends Putter, Withdraws in Sahara Final
One golfer notes Bob Rosburg lost temper in the Sahara final round and bent his putter, leading to his withdrawal. Walter Winchell reports Howard Hughes interests may purchase the New York Jets football team.
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Player Spotlight on October 22 1968
An active player profile notes performance on Tuesday October 22 1968 highlighting key moments, team context, and anticipated impact for upcoming games.
Elston Howard Retires From Major League Baseball
Elston Howard announced his retirement as a player at a Fenway Park news conference in Boston. The 39 year old catcher said he hopes to land another major league job within 24 hours and denied plans to coach with the Yankees while noting he is considering offers from other clubs. He cited bone spur and arthritis as factors and reflected on a 14 season career with the Red Sox and Yankees, including 167 homers and a .275 average in over 1,600 games.
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Juarez Aims to Avenge Defeat in Strip Fight Card
Las Vegas lightweight Juarez seeks revenge after a disputed loss to Tony Aguirre eight months earlier at the Silver Slipper. Aguirre already holds wins over Parker and Colter, while Juarez has 30 pro wins and eight KO losses. Promoter Bill Miller also touts bouts for Victor Jiminez and Jose Alvarez with more fights to be named.
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Liston Bout Set for November 12 in Pittsburgh
Archie Litman announces Sonny Liston will meet Roger Rischer of Fort Worth in a November 12 benefit at Civic Arena for Ben Anolik, Pennsylvania’s first heart transplant patient. Proceeds aid Anolik’s family. Rischer carries a 26–11 record with 13 TKOs, and recent notes include a close decision loss to Henry Clark.
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Ingram Named Hall of Famer
Four pioneer players including Adm. Jonas Ingram and Zora Clevenger were named to the National Football Foundation Hall of Fame. The 11th annual banquet will be December 3 at the Waldorf Astoria in New York, with eight modern-era stars and Coach Clark Shaughnessy also honored.
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Promoter Eyes 40 000 Offer for Welterweight Title Fight
Olympic Auditorium promoter Aileen Eaton said she will offer welterweight champion Curtis Cokes 40000 to defend against the winner of the Raul Soriano and Indian Red Lopez bout. Soriano of Mexico and Lopez of Los Angeles meet in a 12 round bout in Los Angeles on November 21.
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Cokes Defends World Welterweight Title in New Orleans
Curtis Cokes of Dallas retained his world welterweight crown with a unanimous 15 round decision over Ramon LaCruz of Argentina in New Orleans. Judges Brown Giarrusso and Dutriex all scored for Cokes. Cokes used sharp left jabs to cut LaCruz and pressed the attack in rounds seven and beyond. LaCruz fought with a dancing style and finished with a swollen lip and forehead.
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