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Lubbock Avalanche Journal

Location

Lubbock, Texas, United States of America

Date

Sep 20, 1968

Page

19

Patrick questions Olympic odds after Lake Tahoe tryout

Baltimore report notes runner Dave Patrick downplays hope of Olympic selection as Villanova alum Jim Elliott appeals to the U S track committee. Patrick placed fourth at Lake Tahoe finals after winning his heat in 3 48 8 with Ryan posting 3 49.

Baltimore Dave Patrick U.S Patrick Jim Elliott Villanova Lake Tahoe Calif Mexico City Elliott Olympic Committee Los Angeles Mexico Jim Ryan

Wilt Chamberlain joins Lakers in five year deal

Wilt Chamberlain arrives in Los Angeles to join the Lakers after being traded from the 76ers in a five year contract reportedly worth 250000 dollars. He weighs 275 pounds and plans to focus on timing and basketball running ahead of drills at Loyola University gym. Co stars Elgin Baylor and Jerry West also present as photographer day begins.

LOS Angeles Wilt Chamberlain National Basketball Association Lakers Hberlain Elgin Baylor Jerry West Chamberlain Philadelphia 76Ers Wilt Bill van Breda Kolff Loyola University

Lancers Rout Lubbock High JV 61-0

Monterey Lancers overwhelm Lubbock High junior varsity 61 to 0 on Thursday. Jackie Crawford and John Zwiacher scored twice each. Billy Sorrels kicked seven PATs. Other scores included an 80 yard pass Jeff Johnson to Steve Watson a 10 yard run by Lee Ely a one yard dive by Randy Berrett and a 50 yard TD by Troy Price with an interception.

Monterey Jackie Crawford John Zwiacher Billy Sorrels Lubbock ‘High Crawford Zwiacher Lancer Jeff Johnson Steve Watson Lee Ely Randy Berrett Troy Price

Schayes Retains High NBA Post

New York AP reports Commissioner Walter Kennedy announced Dolph Schayes will remain supervisor of officials and created a new role naming Mendy Rudolph chief of the referee staff. Rudolph begins his 11th NBA season as an official.

NEW York Walter Kennedy National Basketball Association Dolph Schayes Kennedy Mendy Ruedolph Rudolph NBA

Olivo Leads Coronado Sophomores Past Monterey

Coronado sophomore Gary Olivo directed a 25 14 win over Monterey with two touchdowns a PAT and a tee hee pass. John Mack opened scoring with a one yard run and Olivo added a nine yard TD to make it 12 0.

Gary Olivo Coronado Monterey John Mack Olivo Mike McCassland Danny Alford Jimmy Patton McCassland Alford

Pony JVs Dominate Caprock 46 to 0

Coronado junior varsity overwhelmed Caprock 46 to 0 here Thursday. Joe Byrne sparked the offense with two rushing touchdowns and a 15 yard reception to Keith Cagle. Craddick added a 25 yard run and the PAT, Walter and Grayson scored from close in, Hurley added a 20 yard TD catch from Craddick.

Amarillo Coronado Caprock Joe Byrne Byrne Keith Cagle Dickie Craddick Paul Walter Dan Grayson Dan Hurley Craddick

Dunbar JV Beats Estacado 29 0 in Shutout

Dunbar junior varsity blanked Estacado 29-0 as Glenn Davis fueled the win with scoring passes to Anthony Wilson for 55 and 35 yards and a 50 yard TD run. Davis added the final extra point after covering the last 20 yards of the fourth.

Rangers Sign Ratelle As Top Scorer Returns

KITCHENER Ont AP Jean Ratelle the Rangers top scorer last season signed his 1968 69 contract with the New York Rangers Thursday The club also had Vic Hadfield score three goals in an intra squad game during the afternoon session

Kitchener Ont Jean Ratelle New York Rangers Vic Hadfield

Unitas Doubtful for Baltimore at Atlanta in Injury Report

The NFL injury report shows John Unitas likely to miss as a sore right elbow clouds his status for the Ravens against the Falcons. Other notes include Gale Sayers expected to play for Chicago, Bill Munson ready for Detroit, and several players listed as active or inactive across matchups.

New York John Unitas Baltimore Atlanta National Football League John Baker Larry Hand Gale Sayers Chicago Detroit Bill Munson Lions Bears Cleveland Dallas Browns Ernie Green Bob Matheson Gary Collins Leon Donohue Ernie Sterling Dick Daniels Dave Simmons Don Perkins Craig Morton Unitas Colts Jerry Hill Bill Sandeman Phil Spiller Sayers Jack Concan Mike Lucci Oakland Stan Mitchell Bob Petrella Ray Jacobs Jack Harper Raiders Houston San Diego Chargers Jim Hill Oilers W.K. Hicks Mike Garrett Kansas City Denver Broncos al Denson

Injury Jinx Hits Dolphins as Raiders Prep Visit

Oakland Raiders return from a 48-6 win over Buffalo and visit Miami Saturday night amid a raft of Dolphin injuries. Miami list includes Jack Clancy and Dick Westmoreland plus three others out or limited. Raiders appear fully healthy for the key AFL matchup.

NEW York Oakland Raiders Miami Dolphins Raiders Buffalo Miami Dolphins Jack Clancy Dick Westmoreland

Bellamy ends holdout signs 1968-69 Knicks deal

Walt Bellamy of the New York Knicks signed his 1968 69 contract Thursday ending a brief holdout. The 6 11 veteran is expected to earn about 70000. Bellamy joined Cazzie Russell as the only Knicks to play all 82 regular season games and six playoff tests last season. The Knicks train at State University and announced the Harlem Globetrotters will play Madison Square Garden on October 17.

Farmingdale N.Y Walt Bellamy New York Knicks National Basketball Association Knicks Bellamy Cazzie Russell the State University Harlem Globetrotters Madison Square Garden

Dividends From New York Bonds on American Exchange

On Thursday finish reached for dividends related to New York bonds traded on the American Exchange. Investors watched final figures as market activity stabilized amid mixed yields and cautious trading patterns.

Cotton futures slide as spot prices ease and harvest rises

New York cotton futures fell with spot prices easing during the session as harvest activity boosted supplies. No. 2 futures dropped to lows before partial recovery. mid­dling spot declined 10 points to 30.42 cents at 12 markets. Cottonseed oil futures closed quiet with no sales.

New York

Grains Advance on Chicago Board as September Contracts Close

Soybeans and grain futures held firm after wide swings as September contracts closed on the Chicago Board of Trade. Soybean meal hit a season high at 90.00 a ton before ending at 85.25 as processing plant strikes and slim supply fueled the rise. Soybean futures rose nearly 6 cents before the September contract expired while soybean oil showed strong demand.

Chicago Chicago B Board of Trade

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