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Newspaper
Lubbock Avalanche Journal
Location
Lubbock, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1970
Page
10
Abilene High tops Cooper in overtime to finish the first half of 3 AAAA play at 8-0. The Eagles can clinch a playoff spot by tying for the second half crown.
In 4 AAAA the Monterey and Plainview race for the second half crown could force a playoff if tied with other teams. Amarillo and Tascosa loom as potential contenders, while Borger leads district offense with 68.2 points per game. Monterey seeks momentum after an 11 game win streak and Plainview zeroing in on crucial road tests.
Portland promoter Harry Glickman said the bid team would not accept higher franchise price or ground rule changes offered by an NBA expansion committee. He cited integrity concerns among some NBA owners and noted plans for a regional Oregon franchise with games in Corvallis, Eugene, Medford and Portland.
West Germany captured the 30 kilometer cross country relay in an international Nordic meet. The United States finished fifth with Mike Elliott of Durango Colorado, Bob Gray of Putney Vermont, and Mike Gallagher of Killington Vermont on the squad training for the World Nordic Ski Championships in Czechoslovakia February 14 to 22.
In Johannesburg South Africa John Fourie an amateur defeated top pros to win the Dunlop Masters Championship with a 72 hole score of 266 Gary Player finished second with 272 and Bob Charles third with 274 at the event featuring world class golfers.
Bert Yancey, leader entering Pebble Beach final rounds, wore a bracelet described as a voodoo brace let. He carded two birdies and bogeys in round two, pairing with Andy Williams in the Pro-Am. He opened bogey on the first hole, birdied the ninth, and lamented several short birdie putts.
Larry Jones of Denver scored 20 in the first half as the West defeated the East 128 to 98 in Indianapolis. Spencer Haywood earned MVP with 23 points and 19 rebounds, while John Beasley and others fueled a late West run. The Fast trailed early and struggled with ball handling.
The Horned Frogs beat the Raiders 81 to 73 as errors and 19 turnovers hampered the visitors. TCU dominated the boards 59 38 and profited from steady free throw shooting to pull away in the final minute. Knolle led with 22 points.
Tech Tankers beat OSU 86 27 as Texas Tech swimmers win most events led by Rick Fox in 100 free and Rick Self in 500 free. OSU’s Don Ferguson wins 1M and 200 free. Hardin leads Tech scorers with 17 points. Tech suffers fifth straight Fort Worth loss to TCU Frogs.
Detroit AP reports the Tigers signed two outfielders including slugger Willie Horton and cut unsigned players to seven. Horton’s deal is about $60,000 for the 1970 American League season. Wayne Redmond, who has spring and later season experience with Detroit, was the other announced signee.
A Dallas based computer school offers a franchise in the Lubbock area promising substantial earnings from 5000 to 100000 dollars yearly. The company provides experience knowledge and management while the franchisee may be active or silent. Write P O Box 29012 Dallas 75229 for details.
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