Morton eyes trade as Giants seek new quarterback
In New York, Craig Morton may seek a trade from the Cowboys as rumors swirl that Fran Tarkenton will depart the Giants. Tom Landry notes Morton’s wish to start elsewhere with Roger Staubach still in Dallas. Also mention of Wilt Chamberlain Kareem Abdul Jabbar dinner, Joe Frazier vs Ali, and Staubach’s optimistic career view.
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Bruins Face Santa Clara in Tough Nonleague Test
UCLA Bruins host Santa Clara Broncs at Pauley Pavilion in a defensive WCAC contest. Mike Stewart of Santa Clara and Bill Walton of UCLA are highlighted as key matchups in this nonleague showdown. Nevada Las Vegas tops Los Angeles State 95-89. Seattle ties school scoring record with 117-69 win over Nevada Reno.
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Foyt Takes Riverside Pole for Winston Western 500
A J Foyt led 15 qualifiers at Riverside on the 2.62 mile road course with a 110.033 mph lap in a 1971 Mercury to claim the pole for Sundays Winston Western 500 the opener of NASCARs Winston Cup season. Richard Petty was second in a 1972 Plymouth followed by Mark Donohue third in a 1972 Matador. Bobby Allison and David Pearson failed to qualify on opening day. 15 more cars qualify today and the remaining 10 Saturday.
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Dick Bown
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Hueytown
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Allison
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Dukes Make Poll Bid With 84-70 Win Over Notre Dame
Duquesne improved to 11-1 in their last 12 with an 84-70 victory over Notre Dame. Lionel Billings scored 20, Darnell Roebuck 18 as Notre Dame dropped to 3-8. Tom O Mara led the Irish with 22. Other scores: Utah over Utah State 66-59, Temple over St John s 79-65, St Louis 94-81 over Evansville, Georgia Tech 94-78 over Tulane, Tulsa 76-75 over Creighton, Oklahoma City over Loyola 98-86, Oral Roberts over Idaho State 86-85, Seattle 117-69 over Nevada Reno, UCLA 12-0 host Santa Clara.
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Indian Red Lopez KOs Martinez in Los Angeles rout
Ernie Indian Red Lopez stopped Sal the Animal Martinez in the third round of a 10 round welterweight bout at the Olympic Auditorium. Lopez improved to 43 8 1 with his 24th knockout. His younger brother Danny Lopez stopped Jose Orantes in the second round for a 9 0 record with nine knockouts.
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Knicks Slump Deepens as Suns Hand 130 109 Loss
The Knicks drop to five games behind Boston after a 130 109 defeat by the Suns. Connie Hawkins scores 40, including a late five point burst, while Walt Frazier nets 21 for New York. Houston overwhelms Cincinnati 104 87 in the other NBA night action.
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Kentucky Edges Squires In High Scoring ABA Duel
Artis Issel and Dan Issel Gilmore combined for 72 points leading Kentucky to a 118-115 win over the Squires. Virginia’s Julius Erving scored 40 and Charlie Scott 30 but Kentucky closed strong with Issel's late free throws. Other ABA results: New York over Carolina 124-122, Floridians 138-120 over Pittsburgh, Indiana 109-107 over Memphis.
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College scores batch from United Press International
College teams posted varied results with LaSalle defeating American 59 to 0 and multiple matchups across the country. Notable scores include Georgia Tech 94 over Tulane 78 and Nevada Las Vegas 95 against Los Angeles State 89.
Sunkist meet greets 5 Valley runners
The Sunkist Invitational at the L A Sports Arena welcomes eight Lompoc Valley athletes. Lompoc High trio Terry Williams Tony Nunez and Roger Hansen run in the 5 45 high school meet with Nunez subbing for flu hit Alvin Gilmore Williams competes in the two mile while Hansen and Nunez race the mile in separate heats. Local track club sprinters and field competitors include the 10 11 year old 880 title contenders and 1000 yard run entrants along with pole vaulter Ken Haagen Beckie Zeigler and Karen Ledgerwood.
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Ryun Vs Kip Keino Duel At Sunkist Indoor Meet
World record holder Jim Ryun meets Olympic champion Kip Keino in a high profile mile duel at the Sunkist Invitational in Los Angeles. The re match of the 1968 Mexico City 1500m final features Ryun in his first race of the year with two more indoor meets planned.
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Hillcrest Mens Golf Club Plans Feb Meeting and Events
Hillcrest Mens Golf Club announces a Feb 3 meeting at 7 p.m. in the clubhouse with Stan Setlock Sr outlining upcoming events. The club invites new and inactive members to join with half-year dues of 5 dollars and urges member participation in the monthly decision meeting. Indoctrination Day set for Feb 6 offers free food and games for members wives and guests. Call 6-2800 for details.
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Owens Archer share first round lead at Tucson Open
Charlie Owens and George Archer fired seven under par 65 to top the Dean Martin Tucson Open field after the opening round. Owens credited his fused left knee and cross handed grip for stability while Archer opened with a 40 foot birdie and posted a three under 33 on the back nine.
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