Bitter farewell for Billy Martin as Rangers fire him
Arlington Texas United Press International reports Billy Martin, 47, is fired by Ranger owner Brad Corbett after a row with lineup decisions and veteran favoritism. Frank Lucchesi named interim manager for rest of 1975, retooling lineup to favor youth and Cesar Tovar in leadoff with Dave Moates debuting with a solo homer in a 6-0 win over the Red Sox.
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Cabrillo cross-country team to hike 210 miles on John Muir Trail
Buck Crosby leads eight Cabrillo runners on a 13 day trek from Tuolumne Meadows to Mt. Whitney. Each student carries a 55 pound pack with no food en route and cooks their own meals. Crosby aims to build mental confidence through a demanding expedition style hike.
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Lucchesi Debut Highlights Rangers Win Over Red Sox
Rangers starter Ferguson Jenkins blanked Boston 6-0 as Frank Lucchesi’s first managerial move left Tom Grieve and Lucchesi’s club atop the early slate. Tiant took the loss for Boston while Texas added late support. mlb results across leagues show Blyleven’s four hitter for Minnesota and Braves support in Chicago.
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Palmer Eyes Historic Purses After Open Victory
Sandra Palmer has banked $65,000 with five months left in the LPGA season and aims toward a possible $100,000 haul. She notes purses must rise beyond current $40,000 wins to make such a feat feasible, despite speculation after winning the U S Women's Open.
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US Eagles Clash With East Germany At World Swim Meet
The world swimming championships begin with a billed US vs East Germany duel though coaches downplay direct rivalry. US men expect wins while East German women seek short distance medals with Babashoff leading the American challenge in multiple freestyle events. World records are anticipated to fall as diving and synchronized events open the Cali meet.
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Garvey Visits ailing Ricky in Private Dodger Support
Steve Garvey quietly visited 9-year-old Ricky in Los Angeles Orthopedic Hospital after doctors gave poor cancer survival odds. The encounter, kept private, led to a later Crippled Children's Night at Dodger Stadium where Ricky escorted Garvey to first base, receiving a silver medal as a token of gratitude for the shared moment.
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Steve Garvey’s image in Dodgers shadowed by envy and praise
The article notes Garvey’s hospital visit for a sick child and a critical Sun Telegram quote about him. It describes teammates’ envy, Garvey’s calm response, his community efforts, and his patient interactions with fans and families, portraying him as the Dodgers’ standout All-American figure despite internal grumbling.
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