Thomas Surges Back From Gunshot to Rally Rams
Bob Thomas, once shot in a Compton gas station in 1968, returns to form with the Rams. After a difficult comeback, he gains yardage as a starting fullback, helps an upset over San Francisco, and earns praise from coach Tommy Prothro as he regains his pro football standing.
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Alabama defense tested as Tennessee visit looms
No. 3 Alabama faces a key test on defense as No. 11 Tennessee visits Knoxville amid Bryant fearing weak run defense. Battle warns Vols will not roll over as both teams boast strong defenses and high scoring potential in a critical SEC showcase.
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Backcourt Tennis Tactics From Trabert Excerpt
Excerpt advises players on backcourt stance and court positioning from a Tony Trabert guide. It recommends standing one to two feet behind the baseline midcourt, avoiding no-man's land, and keeping shots centered to limit opponents’ angles. Also notes upcoming college football/ basketball pairings and matchups.
Costello Leads PWBA Open In Strong First Round
Patty Costello, 24, from New Carrollton Maryland, shot a 62 pin lead with a 1324 total on the PWBA tour for the Lady Ebonite Open in Arcadia California. She posted games of 195 206 213 212 280 and 258 including a 16 strike string to top Virginia Park and chase a fifth 1972 title. Dotty Fothergill stood third while Judy Cook and Doris Coburn also among early qualifiers as top 16 advance to Sunday's finals.
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Questions and Answers About Life Insurance
A local adviser outlines that fixed dollar life policies can yield substantial gains in event of early death and discusses how much and what kind of life insurance a person should own. He invites inquiries at his office on 105 N H Street and provides contact numbers RE 6 4521 and RE 6 1994.
Morgan Seizes Endgame Play in Reds Victory
Cincinnati's Joe Morgan refused to be surprised as pinch runner John Odom attempted to score on a short foul fly in the ninth. Morgan’s quick throw to Johnny Bench held Oakland’s bid for a comeback, forcing a game ending double play and giving the Reds a 5-4 win to knot the World Series at 3-2.
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Unitas benched as Colts travel to face Jets at Shea
John Unitas, who threw for 376 yards against the Jets, will ride the bench Sunday as the Colts visit Shea Stadium. Domres starts for Baltimore under new coach Sandusky after McCafferty’s firing, while Namath’s Jets hope to rebound.
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