Rozelle Refuses to Confirm Brodie Pay Rumors
NFL commissioner Pete Rozelle avoided confirming reports that John Brodie received the highest football contract, possibly $915,000, with disputes over funding from Houston Oilers owner Bud Adams. Brodie held out, then joined the San Francisco 49ers as the two leagues merged, amid unconfirmed talk of lawsuits and multi-year bonus breakdowns.
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North-South coaching camp notes and Big 33 selections
Report from Houston recounts late night sessions with Texas Big 33 coaches including Layne Gibson and others studying North South game film. Marty Whelan’s addition to the Big 33 roster is highlighted along with Burrell reporting for workouts and Whelan’s 2439 yard senior season.
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Adcock Spotlighted as Aging Angels Star Keeps Hitting
In Anaheim California veteran first baseman Joe Adcock pursues a 20th major league season at age 38. He attributes his longevity to anticipating pitchers and avoiding aimless power swings while serving as a hitting mentor to younger Angels teammates.
Friday's Ruidoso Racing Results Highlights
Friday's compact racing card at Ruidoso shows trials for first and second year horses across 400 yard events. Notable performances include Arete Affar and Veet Tep securing top times in early sprints, with multiple runners of interest across the program.
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Finals On Top In LE Tourey Sectional
Jowa Park defeated Pecos 12-1 in the semi final and Abilene edged Eastland 4-3 to reach the finals of the LE Tourey sectional. Jowa Park will face Abilene tonight at 8 p.m. for a state tournament berth in Lubbock. Wayne Williams earned the win for Abilene while Gary Robinson hit a two run homer. Malcom Camp pitched for Jowa Park with help from Jack Perkins.
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Kathy Hutson Wins West Texas Women’s Golf Championship
In Brownfield Kathy Hutson of Lubbock defeated Debra Fitzpatrick of Amarillo 7 and 5 to claim the Women's West Texas title as Hutson stood two under par when the match ended. Tova Jones of Andrews won the first flight, defeating Kay Holmes of Lubbock 7 and 4.
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Locals Shine In Swim Meet at West Texas Invitational
West Texas Invitational opens with Lubbock divers winning two firsts. Quinn Steele takes 13-14 girls diving, Bruce Rush wins 16-17 girls diving. Other results include Donna Hitchcock third in 10-and-under girls, Sherry Jackson fourth, Wanda Kammerdiener third in W-14, Glenda Willingham fourth, Steele second in 13-14 three meters, Kammeriener third, and Jimmy McNally second in the 1500 meter freestyle with Bonny McNally twelfth.
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Wide Open Race for NFL Rushing Title Mason Eyes 1000 Yards
Minnesota halfback Tommy Mason eyes Jim Brown’s title and a 1000 yard season in an open race for the rushing championship. He cites Gale Sayers and Bill Brown as contenders, notes injury history, and explains his go go style and goal to stay healthy.
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Blanda Seeks One More Season With Oilers
Houston veteran George Blanda now 37 enters his 7th AFL season with the Oilers needing 210 passing yards to reach 10 miles. He faces competition from young QBs Jacky Lee and Don Trull while weighing retirement after this year. Blanda hints a winning season could persuade him to return.
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Former ACC Tackle To Start For Denver
Veteran defensive tackle Ray Jacobs has a back muscle spasm and will miss Denver's AFL exhibition game against Kansas City. Rookie Larry Cox from Abilene Christian is expected to start in Jacobs' place.
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Ruidoso Downs Sunday Card Summary
Local race card lists horses and riders for a set of Sunday events at Ruidoso Downs. Entries include Bar El Brinkley Anna Dial Suki Tadre The Ole Man Tom Lydon Bar None Doll Bright Bardee Reber Lassue Bar Sis Ruby Charge and Savannah Jr among others with betting figures and connections.
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Bargain Menswear Sale on Suits Slacks and Shirts
Clearout sale details list suits reg 85 now 459 slacks reg 22.95 now 14.50 shirts small size 2.95. Prices indicate dramatic markdowns across categories with emphasis on value and size. No brand names or store identifiers provided.
Cassius Clay Faces Brian London in London Showdown
Heavyweight champ Cassius Clay, a heavy 1-10 favorite, defends his title against British veteran Brian London at Earl's Court Stadium in London. The fight, telecast live in the United States, is expected to draw about 18 500 spectators with Clay earning about 250 000 dollars plus TV money and London 112 000.
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Santo's 10th inning hit lifts Cubs past Giants 4-3
Ron Santo drives in four runs with two homers and a game winning two run single in the 10th inning off Frank Linzy to beat San Francisco 4-3. Tito Fuentes homered for the Giants, who led 3-2 in the top of the 10th before Chicago rallied.
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Iranian oil pipeline ships crude to Persian Gulf
Tehran reports Iran has completed a 106 mile pipeline extending from its oil fields to the Persian Gulf. The project aims to speed crude transfers and bolster export capacity amid ongoing regional energy developments.
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Garland Eliminates Lubbock In Connie Mack Tourney
Garland defeated Lubbock 9 to 5 in Denton in the second round of the state Connie Mack tournament. Lubbock had fallen to Denton 10 to 5 the previous night, trailing 8-0 before Craig Hughes drove in two runs with a fifth inning homer. Steve Casteel Charles Glynn Mack Pilkington and others pitched for Garland while Lubbock's lineup included Charles Pasne and Steve Farsley.
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Texas Coaching School to Return to San Antonio in 1967
AP reports the Texas High School Coaches Association will hold the 1967 coaching clinic in San Antonio, with Emory Bellard of San Angelo confirming plans despite hotel sale concerns. Fort Worth is eyed for 1968 if facilities are ready, as the 1966 event posted a record 4,559 attendees and major all-star games drew large crowds.
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Hillhouse, Boerne Sparks Tournament Action In Nightcap
NBC All total he gave up four hits, struck out six, and walked only one the first batter of the game. Hillhouse has now allowed seven hits in 13 innings of pitching in the tournament. In the nightcap, Holts broke a 1-1 tie in the second when Jim Bob Darnell singled with one out stole second and third and scored on a passed ball. Don McKee Jerry Haggard and John McIntyre singled with two away driving in a run. Max Martin added his second of four hits and two of his five RBIs with a single to left as Boerne, winner of the most popular team trophy, scored twice in the sixth with bases loaded and two out. Dave Calderman relieved Eldon Fox and doused the threat. Calderman retired six straight before a harmless walk with one away in the ninth.
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