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Newspaper
Lompoc Record
Location
Lompoc, California, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1973
Page
6
In this New York NEA feature, Harry Hooper reflects on Babe Ruth as a legendary figure born from humble beginnings. Ruth's 714 career homers and mythic status are contrasted with Aaron chasing the record amid mixed public reaction, including racist abuse and reverence for Ruth's power.
Ruth's sensational home run feats revived interest in a game marred by the Black Sox scandal. His 1919 29 homers and 1920 59 led to skyrocketing Yankee attendance and daily newspaper attention during spring training tours and across towns on the circuit.
The piece depicts a self made figure who rose from poverty to wealth and fame. It notes his one year salary exceeding the U S president’s pay and includes a quip attributed to Ruth about having a better year. The probable framing is a legacy portrait from a syndicate service.
Philadelphia quarterback John Reaves starts against Pittsburgh as the Eagles seek a win at Veterans Stadium. Reaves faces Joe Greene and Dwight White with an inexperienced line as Roman Gabriel may see time in the second half after a loss to Cincinnati.
Reds win 1-0 on Tony Perez ninth inning single vs Pirates as Seaver 2-hits Padres. Dodgers beat Expos 7-2 behind Don Sutton. Mets top Padres 2-hitter with Jerry Grote grand slam. Braves explode 15-1 over Cubs. Giants beat Phillies. Astros topple Cardinals. Kuhn laments interleague stalemate.
Roy Thomas took the loss for the Rocky Mount Phillies in a 1-0 Carolinas League game. He pitched six innings allowed two hits and a run before being lifted for a pinch hitter. Thomas leads the league with 183 strikeouts and a 1.95 ERA and is tied for the lead with 14 victories while having 7 losses.
The United States basketball team opens the seventh World University Games in Moscow led by All American David Thompson facing Britain in the first round. The ceremony at Lenin Stadium drew boos for Israel amid Cold War tensions with the Soviet Union. Cathy Carr led the 300 strong U S contingent in blue blazers.
Lompoc Valley wrestlers Tuffy Grossi and Benjo Williams with coach Dave Long are in Japan for a three week wrestling and cultural exchange. August 11 finds them in Ota City with speeches, workouts, swimming, dancing, and a silk factory tour as coaches stress learning over competition. Tim Wallstrom suffers minor injuries after a traffic incident but aims to return for upcoming events.
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