Two Helmets Worn By Jim Grabowski
Green Bay fullback Jim Grabowski was on National Guard duty in Milwaukee during a curfew and assigned to daily security work. He wore a different helmet while guarding a street and was unable to return in time for the Packers exhibition game against the College All Stars.
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Namath to Test Knee as Jets Meet Patriots in AFL Exhibition
Bridgeport reports Jets quarterback Joe Namath will start with taped knees in the 1967 AFL exhibition against Boston, while Patriots rookies and veterans share duty. Weeb Ewbank hopes Namath and Mike Taliaferro split QB duties about 50 50 as Boston’s ground attack led by Parilli Nance and Cappelletti leads the offense.
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Collins Scores Plainview Win
Frances Collins of Amarillo defeated Debbie Bizpatrick of Amarillo 3 and 2 in the Women’s West Tex junior golf tournament second round of championship flight play. Toyna Jones beat Margaret Locke 1 up for the championship. Peggy Moore lost 3 and 2 in the first flight.
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Debbie Bizpatrick
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Margaret Locke
Allview
Midland
Peggy Moore
Pat Daniels
Regional Pony League Semis Highlight Three-Run Bouts
Abilene and Albuquerque both delivered three run rallies in the first inning and edged Western of Lubbock 3-2 to reach the finals. Don Junick’s three run homer powered Abilene who, with Greg Stirman and Wayne Williams collecting two hits each, improve as Albuquerque eyes the title.
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Don Junick
Harry Solkman
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Wayne Williams
Jon Cowart
Randy
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Tony Pres
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Dan Brown
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Baseball Moves and Expansion Talks Highlighted at Owners Meeting
Kansas City Athletics owner Finley disclosed ongoing rumors of a move with Oakland and Seattle as potential destinations. A management study will compare Kansas City Oakland and Seattle offers, with no move proposal or league action yet. Eckert and officials noted no expansion sentiment but ongoing reviews. Houston named next year’s All Star host and opening day rosters retain 28 players.
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Mere All Stars face pro champions in tough matchup
The star lineup includes linebackers George Webster Michigan State Jim Lynch Notre Dame and Paul Naumoff Tennessee. The fearsome seven up front must break through Starr if the inexperienced All-Star defensive backs are to limit Green Bay receivers.
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All Star Football Lineups Set for Friday Night
Chicago reports lineups for the 5th annual All-Star game against the Green Bay Packers. Notable selections include Bob Griese Floyd Little and Gale Gillingham plus Packers stars Donny Anderson Bart Starr and Jerry Kramer in a showdown at the field.
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Forrest Greay
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Carrol Dale
Donny Anderson
Three Area Golf Tournaments Begin Across Region
Three area golf events start with qualifiers for 54 hole totals. The Orton Invitational opens at 9 am with defending champion Max Hickey of Pampa in the field. Slaton Invitational begins at 8 am with first round scores determining qualifiers. Morton Partnership Tourney starts today after rain delay with medalist qualification and flights set. A barbecue for contestants and wives is planned at 8 pm.
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Avalanche Journal
Pan Am Games results show mixed finishes across events
Pan Am results list multiple boxing and rowing outcomes with numerous outpoints and knockouts. Notable entries include Argentina, Cuba, Mexico, and the United States placing in boxing rounds. rowing heats show Canada, Cuba, Peru advancing in fours and pairs. in basketball the United States men beat Canada while women lose to Canada. soccer sees Mexico defeating Bermuda in overtime and claiming wing gold with Venezuela taking silver.
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Dixie Series Revival Set For Sept 5
Texas League directors approve revival of the Dixie Series with the Southern League. Four of seven games start September 5 in a Texas League city, first three at the host city before moving to the Southern League. Cities eyed include Tulsa Memphis Shreveport and San Antonio.
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Defending champs win reached 25th victory of season
The Hubbers, defending state champions, improved to 25 wins in 37 games as Humberto Villarreal led Laredo with two hits in an 8-3 loss. Vernon Boheman and Jimmy Godley noted in the lineup with other players listed, including Hirst Methodist and Boerne affiliations.
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Jenachke
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Howard Keeps Role Behind Mike Ryan For Yanks
Williams says Howard will be the No 2 back behind Mike Ryan and work with young pitchers and catchers. Gibbs has taken over catching with Jake Gibbs. Howard had limited service this year in his 13th season since 1955. He hit .197 with three home runs and 11 RBIs in 1967 and previously starred for pennant winners.
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Hawks defeat Lubbock to win sectional Connie Mack game
Vernon special report says Town Park Hawks pitcher Curtis Green allowed five hits as Lubbock Texans were blanked 2-0. Green earned the pitching win for Vernon Irving tilt in a double elimination Connie Mack tourney ending Saturday.
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United States Women Capture Basketball Beating Canada
The U S women defeated Canada 42 41 on a late free throw by Lola Ham of Laverne Oklahoma. Lois Finley and Mary Coutts traded late free throws as the score tied 42 42 before Ham’s decisive shot. Captain Carole Phillips Aspedon led the U S with 18 points, while Coutts and Finley contributed double figures. Canada’s Diane Doyle and Mary Coutts each reached 11 or 12 points in a tight medal chase as Brazil led the standings with an unbeaten 6 0 record heading toward the Cuba game.
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Browns Trade Brown to Pittsburgh Steelers
Cleveland reports offensive tackle John Brown, a five year Browns veteran, has been traded to the Pittsburgh Steelers for two future draft choices. Browns spokesman said the deal was completed Thursday.
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Littlefield Tennis Tournament Opens Monday
Deadline for entries in the fifth annual area Optimist Tennis Tournament is 6 p.m. today. Entries may be submitted to Floyce Pierce at the Prescription Shop in Littlefield Hospital or Orville Bassett at Bassett Auto & Tire Center.
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City Scores Optimist Dodgers and Indians Clash
In a youth league scoreboard, the Dodgers routed the Indians and the Pirates defeated the Red Box in respective matchups. The Optimist Boys Club games highlighted strong pitching and timely hitting from city youth squads.
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North Triumphs as Johnson Leads In All-Star Classic
Johnson controlled the North offense in the late stages while the South, led by Worster, built a first-half edge. Worster totaled 75 rushing yards and Sheffield sparked the South with a long option run, but a late interception by Henderson sealed the North win. Rain later delayed the Eastern Grass Court quarter-finals.
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Waco Eliminates Lubbock Colts In Regional Play
In Tulsa a 10-4 Waco victory ousted the Lubbock Colt League All-Stars and sent the Hub City squad home from the sectional tournament. Lubbock pitchers Griffith Darnell and Young allowed ten hits while Barry Alburtis hit the lone extra base. Waco advances to face the Tulsa Nationals or Tulsa Americans.
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Tigers blank Orioles as McLain earns win in rain delay
Denny McLain pitched three hitters and Detroit beat Baltimore 5-0 with Norm Cash driving in two runs and Bill Freehan adding two RBIs. The game ended in the eighth as rain began to fall.
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Astros top Texas Stars in 82 win at Turnpike Stadium
Houston Astros capitalize on wild pitching and fielding miscues to defeat the Texas League All-Stars 82 at Turnpike Stadium in Arlington before 9,024. Scipio Spinks and Luis Penalver pitched for Houston in a game highlighting timely hitting by Garrett and Rader as the Astros move to 3-3 in the series.
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Sports Scribes Honor Sherrod
SAN ANTONIO AP Blackie Sherrod of the Dallas Times Herald led winners at the Texas Sports Writers Association contest announced at a Texas Coaching School meeting. Sherrod earned top honors for a Cassius Clay piece and a Mickey Mantle autographing experiences feature.
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