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Newspaper

Mexico Ledger

Location

Mexico, Missouri, United States of America

Date

Jul 02, 1970

Page

11

McLain Back On Mound as Reds Star Returns to Spotlight

Denny McLain, suspended by Commissioner Bowie Kuhn, returns to action with Detroit 6-5 win over the Yankees in 11 innings at Tiger Stadium. He strikes out 9 in 523 innings across 96 pitches, while Helms hits the Reds first homer in the new stadium. The night features other AL and NL results, with Helms opening the Cincinnati ballpark’s scoring and McLain seeking consistency after a long absence.

Byne Bock Detroit Dennys Tommy Helms McLain Stoner Tiger Stadium Cinnati Reds Star 7 Kuhn Detroit Tigers Dennis Dale McLain Tiger Bowie Kuhn MacLain Denny Horace Marina Yankee Jerry Kenney Thurman Munson Bobby Murcer Yankees Tom Timmerman Toledo Sanay New York Ralph Houk Mayo Smith Baltimore Helms Reds Cincinnati Atlanta

Eagles Sign Carlos in Partial NFL Deal

Philadelphia reports John Carlos signed to play for the Eagles but fell short of his asking price. General manager Pete Retzlaff did not disclose figures, though educated estimates place the amount around $23,000 with adjustments.

Philadelphia John Carlos Philadelphia Eagles National Football League Carlos Eagles Pete Retzlaff

U S Tries To Open Up Wimbledon

U S tennis officials pressed for an open Davis Cup to contracted professionals at Wimbledon but faced strong odds as most European nations were expected to vote against. Rosewall Taylor and Newcombe Gimeno entered semis or finals race while Billie Jean King and Margaret Court advanced to the women’s final. rain interrupted key matches at center court. Boston racing notes follow.

Wimbledon England U.S Anther London Sched Faw Tadawy Wuay Ken Rosewall Australia Roger Taylor Britain John Newcombe Andres Gimeno Spain United States Basil Reay Panna Taylor Bunny Austin Rosewall Inch Gimeno Bob Carmichael Billie Jean King Long Beach Calif Margaret Court King Francoise Durr Court Rosemary Casals San Francisco

Baseball In Brief East West Standings and Results

Baseball in brief from the East and West divisions includes standings for Baltimore New York Detroit St Louis Boston Washington Cleveland Montreal and Philadelphia with Baltimore at 48 28 and New York 43 31 in the East while Minnesota and Cincinnati lead the West along with California and Los Angeles Updates cover Wednesday results such as Baltimore 3 Cleveland 0 Detroit 6 New York 5 Boston 6 Washington 5 California 4 Milwaukee 3 Minnesota 2 Kansas City 1 and Pittsburgh 4 New York 3 among others Plus upcoming schedule notes for Oakland San Francisco Chicago Detroit and other teams with twi night games listed for Friday July 2 1970.

Baltimore Cleveland Minnesota Kansas City al Kaline California Milwaukee Oakland Chicago White Sox Boston Washington Yankees Jim Palmer Orioles Indians Birds Rick Austin Brooks Robinson Boog Powell Rich Reese Rick Renick Twins Jim Fregosi Angels Brewers Bob Burda St. Louis Motti-real Philadelphia Pittsburgh New York San Francisco San Diego Los Angeles Houston Helms Wayne Simpson Rich Nye Bob Bailey Adolfo Phillips Montreal Coco Laboy Bailey Dan McGinn Howie Reed Expos Phillies Dlvisne W. L. Pot G.B. Baltimore Detroit Phila Montreal SE Cincinnati Los Agneses Atlanta San Fran Kings Teeray Paine MTN Murphy Alwaukee Brabender Fitzmorris Hall Segui Chio Moore Stoulemyre Niekro Hand Attimore Hardin Such Peters Milwauke Torre Monreal Morton Gentry Cardwell Stone Cincinati Merritt St.Louis Kwight Houston Twigly Log Agnelos

Cubs End Slump With 5 0 Win Over Cardinals

Ferguson Jenkins fires a masterful five hit shutout as the Cubs break a 12 game skid beating the St Louis Cardinals 5 0. Billy Williams and Ron Santo drive in runs while Don Kessinger sets up plays and Jenkins fans 10 in a tense Busch Stadium duel.

Louis Busch Ferguson Jenkins Chicago Cubs Chatham Ont Cardinals Jenkins Jerry Reuss Cub Joe Torre Vic Davalillo Joe Hague Abernathy Kansas City Royals Chris Zachary Royals Tulsa Don Kessinger Johnny Callison Jekins Julian Javier Joe Popovich Billy Williams Williams Jim Hickman Ron Santo Cardinal Sal Campisi

Yarborough Captures Pole at Daytona 400 Qualifying

Cale Yarborough secured the pole in Daytona Beach for the big car event with a 191.64 mph speed. Bobby Allison claimed a spot as he eyed the pole and 95,000 dollar prize. Bobby Isaac led starting positions with a 190.70 mph run amid a crowded field and technical hiccups during practice and qualifiers.

Yarborough Associated Press Mighty Fine Daytona Beach Fra Cruis Mexico Cale Yarborough Perry Fia Daytona National Speedway Bobby Allison Hueytown Sat-Ala Paul Ting Land F. T. Macfeely Wren Bobby Isaac Catawba N.C Isaac

Wellsville Classic Softball Scores And Local Games

The report lists scores from the Wellsville area softball tournament with teams such as Bilisvil, Mexico Falstafis, Jeff City Rippeto, and Columbi Merchants, plus tonight’s games New Haven versus Wellsvill and Columbia Chiefs versus Ell. A garbled section references racing and qualifying details for Lee Roy Yarbrough and other drivers, noting a 169.685 mph lap and hopes for 190s, with several drivers named in the front 10 qualifiers.

Jett City New Haven Wellsvill Columbia Chiefs Ell Owensville Lee Roy Yarbrough Columbia S.C Cale Isaac Pete Hamilton Detham Mass David Pearson Spartanburg Charrie Glotzbach Georgetown Ind Benny Parsons Detroit Buddy Baker Charlotte N.C Bobby Allison Dick Brooks Porterville Calif

Artificial turf sparks baseball debate in major parks

Artificial turf is installed or planned for seven major league parks facing White Sox, Reds, Astros, Phillies, Pirates, Cardinals, and Giants. Critics warn heat up to 123 degrees, leg injuries, and hindered bunting while proponents claim faster balls raise scoring and aid hitting. Pete Rose predicts a ten point batting boost. Bowie Kuhn smiles on the trend.

Mike Rathet New York Chicago White Sox Cincinnati Houston Philadelphia Pittsburgh St. Louis San Francisco Bill Simons Cardinals Busch Stadium Bob Gibson Jim Bunning Don Segar Phillies Wes Wentrum New York Mets San Francisco Giants Pete Rose Bowie Kuhn

U S Wins Foreign Track Events In Italy Finland And Sweden

American track stars won at Helsinki and Turku in Finland and Milan in Italy, led by Paul Gibson’s 110 m hurdles title and a 200 m second. Marty Liquori finished third in the Milan 1500 m as Jay Silvester claimed a discus win. Charlie Greens, Ed Kohler, and others contributed to a strong U S showing despite some disappointments.

Associated Press United States Italy Finkane Sweden Helsinki America Paul Gibson Hejholm Wolfgang Nordwig East Germany Gut Milan Villanova Marty Liquori Franco Arese Wee Gianni del Buono Jay Silvester UMS John Dobroth Adolfo Turku Finland Consolini Cosolini Silvester Charlie Greens Miles Lister John Pennel United States Stock

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