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Newspaper

Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jun 28, 1966

Page

10

Americans Set to Challenge Russians in Los Angeles Track Meet

The United States names a strong team with sprinters Greene Hines Plummer and Smith. muses about event strengths and weakness while Saxon Wright plans pre meet prep. Texas A M Randy Matson and Ed Red of Rice among two Southwest Conference names for the squad.

United States U.S Charlie Greene Jim Hines Adolph Plummer Tommie Smith Dim Ryan Dvyrel Burteson Tom Stan Wright Poland Los Angeles Randy Matson Texas A&m Rice Ed Red Pup Matson Ped John Hartsfield Texas Southern Smith San Jose State Texas Jim Stevenson McMurry Penn State

Snyder Surpasses Robinson In Orioles Batting Race

In a close AL race Russ Snyder of the Orioles climbs to first with five hits on Sunday and nine in 18 at bats last week lifting his average to .058. Frank Robinson slips to second as Roberto Clemente leads NL with .?58. Caution due to OCR errors.

New York Russ Snsider Frank Robinson Baltimore Orioles Snyder Covent Cald Reese Faith Megs de Chico Salmon Cleveland Js Tony Oliva Minnesota Salmon Oliva Pittsburgh Rauberto Clemente Clemente Sax Stade Othe Stargell Pirates New Do Matt Alot Cat Cps Owerile Prouston Joe Moroean Sikeween Sunedas Hans Oafey RBI Brooks Tholanson Fy Aghansen Peston Rooke

Furr's Foods Win Aided By Walks In Protest Upset

Plainview protested a 4–2 Lubbock Legion game claiming a forfeit. district officials had no ruling yet. Furrs Foods used five walks and costly errors to gain the win as Plainview pitcher Johnny Campbell struck out 14 and gave up six hits. The lone Plainview hit came on a fifth inning single by Ron DeSherlin.

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Flyweight Tithe Bout Postponed To July 16

The flyweight title fight between Argentine champion Horgeia Accavalio and Ola Pames Pipostac was postponed from late July to July 16 due to Accavallo’s cold and sore throat. Promoter Juan Carlos Lectoure said Accavallo needed training stoppage. Also, Claude Wiens reports Fan Clarke won a 2000 meter race in 7:54 at Bislett Stadium in Oslo.

Burnos Atries Argentina CAPY Horgeia Accavalio Olapames Pipostac Juan Carlos Lectoure Accavallo Claude Wiens Oslo Norway GAP Australia Fan Clarke Bisslet Stadium

Bob Brown Competes in Mat Tournament at Fan Park Coliseum

Bob Brown, one of the nation’s top ten wrestlers, enters the elimination journey at Fan Park Coliseum. promoter Nick Roberts announces a 12-man field with a $2000 prize and a possible world title shot next week against Gene Kinmisko. Brown, a US 2-pounder from Kansas City, previously sent Fritz Von Eich to the hospital in a prior match.

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Fryman Shuts Out Phils as Tobacco Farming Debut Proves Best

Pittsburgh rookie Jeff Fryman, a Kentucky tobacco farmer, pitched a three hit shutout over Philadelphia, earning his fifth win in eight decisions. He struck out seven in 6 2 3 innings, walked none, and impressed Pirates manager Harry Walker with his control and fastball curve. Fryman credits his success to focus and dedication while acknowledging his unique path from farming to the majors.

Philadelbphia Woody Fryvavin Pittsburgh Jefthander Philadelphia Phillies Pirate Tharry Walker Phils Gene Mauch Fryman Kentucky Tn Favet Ao Man Fanning Jesse Gonder Pye Oseen Bolivia Columbus Walker Frynmian Fryiman

Philadelphia boats prep for Henley Thames workout

The Vesper Boat Club of Philadelphia and Washington-Lee High School Club faced equipment issues but trained on the River Thames ahead of the Princess Elizabeth Cup. The Vesper crew, five Olympians, aims to challenge East German rivals Turn Und Sportverein Berlin while awaiting a delayed ship due to a national shipping strike.

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Former Player Dies After Baseball Career Span

Calf caph Martin John Doran, known as a manager player and coach, died Sunday at Glendale Hospital aged 7. He served with the World champion Boston Red Sox and led the Los Angeles Angels of the Pacific Coast League. Earlier he played for the Detroit Tigers and Philadelphia Athletics and later coached teams including the New York Hy Wil Stars. He retired after a long career and service to the sport.

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Tresh Trades Gold Glove For More Yankee Hits

Yankees left fielder and third baseman Tom Tresh, 27, plans to raise his batting tempo after moving from left field to third. He seeks a .300 average the rest of the season, aiming to boost wins as he contends with Brooks Robinson for defense and power.

NEW York Tom Tresh Tresh New York Yankees Ian Brooks Robinson Yankees Mickey Mantle

Adams Low Pro In Olton Pro Am

Jimmie Adams of Littlefield fired a 72 to win the Olton West Texas pro am prize at Olton Country Club. He defeated Carroll Beavers of Lubbock and Bal Hickson of Dumas by two strokes. Pick Blackburn won the amateur title with 73. Three two-ball teams posted 55 1 under par under the handicap system.

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