All Star clash looms as Torre and Aaron aim for redemption
In Atlanta, Joe Torre and Hank Aaron seek to rebound from clutchless showings in the 43rd mid summer classic. NL and AL star power tops a packed lineup as 52,744 fans pack Atlanta Stadium and NBC broadcasts the showdown.
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Namath Frolics Open In NY Camp As Jets Begin
Joe Namath arrives at Hempstead Jets camp and plans a knee workout and press conference. The report notes Namath’s influence lifting spirits and excitement, with observers predicting higher fan turnout at practices. Offseason trades ripple through NFL, including Dickey to Kansas City and Stincic to New Orleans as teams brace for preseason.
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Cardinals, Altus advance in district 6 Legion tourney
Cagle's Cardinals shut out Lawton A's 8-0 to reach tonight's clash with Altus for the district 6 lead. Altus defeated El Reno 4-0 to stay atop the winners bracket as Cagle's faces Altus at 8 p.m. in McCord Park.
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Bribery Attempt Reported Involving Reds Pitcher Simpson
Federal and local officials sought an anonymous caller who offered Cincinnati Reds pitcher Wayne Simpson money to throw a weekend game against Pittsburgh. Simpson, who pitched six innings in a 6-3 Reds win, told authorities the caller identified as Louie offered two $1,000 bills under his door if he lost. He reported the bribe to Reds Manager Sparky Anderson and the FBI. U.S. Attorney Thornburgh praised Simpson for reporting promptly.
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Hamilton Brewer Pitch Pepsis Past Abilene In Tourney Tuneup
Hamilton and Brewer led the Lawton Pepsis to a 3 1 victory over Abilene at McCord Field. Powell's club closed the regular season by sweeping the Texans and extended its win streak to 11, carrying a 35 10 record into the State Semipro tournament starting Friday.
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Sudden Death Gives Yancey New Life In Akron Golf Playoff
Bert Yancey outlasted Tom Alozas in a sudden death playoff to win the American Golf Classic at Firestone Country Club. Yancey overcame a late 3-stroke lead loss, finishing 276 to claim a $30,000 first prize. Hale Irwin finished third with 277.
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