AFL and NFL face off as growth and money reshape pro football
AFL Commissioner Joe Foss says the rivalry with the NFL has only begun and the league is financially improving with near break-even clubs and rising TV audiences. Barry Hilton of the Chargers cites 25,000 attendance and a $250,000 loss. expansion hopes and fat future value are discussed amid pay rumors for rookies and big contracts for Hadl and Gabriel.
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Strikes and Spares Advice on Thumb Insertion
Bowling writer Joe Wilman urges bowlers to experiment with thumb depth in the grip to suit their style. He notes personal methods with a semi fingertip ball and mentions Steve Nagy as another example. The key is a grip that provides control and lift for the individual bowler.
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Christmas Activities Bring Hope to Family As Injured Girl Smiles
State Center Iowa AP. Ann Hilleman 17 moved her hand and smiled as her family kept a quiet Christmas at the farm. From a May prom crash that killed a classmate she remains unconscious for months with brain injuries and facial fractures. Doctors caution outcomes unknown for at least a year.
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MU Responds to NCAA on Grid Recruiting Inquiries
University of Missouri officials say the NCAA asked for answers about recruiting two football scholarship players. Names were not released, but reports identify Johnny Roland and Jack Medford linked to prior letters of intent. The NCAA reportedly cleared MU of any misdeed in Keith Weber’s recruitment.
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Wichita Plans New Plays For Sun Bowl Trip
Wichita plans new plays for the Sun Bowl trip as Hank Foldberg leads a versatile, surprised 1961 team to an 8-2 record and a Missouri Valley Conference crown. Key players include Alex Zyskowski, Bill Stangarone, Ron Turner, and eight seniors set for the Sun Bowl against Oklahoma State.
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