Crampton Wins Westchester Classic Ahead of Nicklaus
Bruce Crampton birdied the final hole to edge Jack Nicklaus and Larry Hinson by one stroke for the $50,000 Westchester Golf Classic title at a 273 total. Nicklaus and Hinson tied for second after both eagled the last hole as Crampton secured his ninth tour win and moved earnings to $538,862 for his career. Gary Player finished strong in a second place tie with each earning $23,125.
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NFLPA and Owners in Secret Talks Amid Labor Tensions
Labor strife dominates headlines as NFLPA negotiators led by John Mackey meet with owners after a weekend summit. Commissioner Rozelle weighs in as discussions center on a possible settlement and the fate of upcoming exhibition games risking nearly $1 million in owner costs.
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Jennings Captures LCC Golf Tourney Title
Little David Jennings, stepson of Dick Jennings, narrowly defeated Jobe Moss to win the Lubbock Country Club championship flight. Arthur Miller took the consolation with 73, while Jim Moore claimed the president's flight with 73.
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Petty wins Dixie 500 at Atlanta with record speed
Richard Petty in a Plymouth wins the 500 mile Dixie 500 at Atlanta International Raceway with an average speed of 142.712 mph. He finishes more than a lap ahead of Cale Yarborough in a Mercury, with Yarbrough third in a Ford and Donnie Allison fifth. Petty earns 19550 dollars this race and surpasses 95,000 dollars season total. Heat and high track temps sidelined several drivers including defending champion David Pearson who retired at 20 miles.
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Half-Milers Set American Two-Mile Relay Mark
An Olympic prep squad from the University of Oregon formed a four man team to break the American two mile relay record with a time of 7 16 2 at a twilight meet in Eugene Oregon Marcel Philippe Fordham Dean Bierke Army Ralph Schultz and Lowell Paul Chicago Track Club aided the new mark surpassing USC 7 17 4 from 1986.
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All Stars Brace for Dome Stage Fright in Astrodome
North coach Jimmie Keeling and South mentor Jerry Hopkins say the 36th THSCA game in the Astrodome will start with nerves but quick adjustment as players face artificial turf and air conditioned comfort. They note past outdoor humidity and discuss linemen, offenses, and weather control.
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