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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jul 30, 1970
Page
13
In Chicago on Wednesday night nearly 100 NFL players gathered near O'Hare to press back against owners over a pension dispute. Players from Browns Bears Saints Chiefs vowed to report to camp, risking an exhibition season to secure a higher $26 million pension fund.
The Chicago Cubs, riding high on six steals off the Houston Astros, acquire Joe Pepitone for a $20,000 waiver fee. Pepitone, 29, will join in Cincinnati Friday night after a suspension by Houston and prior fines in New York and Houston. Cubs optimistic he can boost late season run production and center field play.
The Los Angeles Kings announced four contract signings in Inglewood California on Sunday. Center Bob Goring their top rookie last season, right winger Bill Flett, defensemen Matt Ravlich and Gilles Murolte all reached agreements with General Manager Larry Regan.
Bantam Red team defeats Blue 7-5 in the City league all star game at Bowling Green. Atom West loses 7-1 to East as Chuck Brown pitches, Mirts and Kendricks contribute. fourth inning triple play noted. Atom game at Khoury League park One set for Saturday 8. Cardinal fans praised for support amid mixed club performance.
In Indianapolis at the Woodstock Club the 30 000 National Clay Court Tennis Championships saw top seeds Cliff Richey and Stan Smith push through in hot nine-degree heat. Richey of San Angelo Texas won a three set match over Ray Ruffels of Australia 7 5 b 3 6 6 3 to reach the round of 16 in men's singles.
Act One, a 5 year old bay horse owned by Michael McEvoy Summit New Jersey rode by Conrad Homfeld LaGrangeville NY won the $15000 American Cup at the Chagrin Valley PHA show on Sunday after a jump off with Idle Dice and Dutch Brandy.
A fragmented sports page shows American League East and West divisions with team records, standings, and partial Wednesday results. It lists teams such as Pittsburgh, Baltimore, New York, Detroit, Boston, Cleveland, Washington, Minnesota, California, Oakland, Kansas City, Milwaukee, Chicago, and Houston with win totals and winning percentages, plus scattered game results and upcoming schedules.
LIBERTY MO AP The Kansas City Chiefs left training camp for Chicago to play the College All-Stars Friday night amid a disputed NFL players strike. Coach Hank Stram voiced cautious optimism about last-minute preparations as veterans threaten to break camp if the owners and players fail to settle. Co-captain Jim Tyrer said the vote to play the game and break camp was unanimous.
The American premiere at Macarthur Theater of a Columbia Pictures film on the 1968 Mexico City Olympiad used slow motion and minimal narration to highlight athletes in their pursuit of medals. The audience, including Secretary Rogers, praised the portrayal. The film notes a black dominated 100 meters final, the black power salute by Carlos and Smith, walkathon misdirections, an underwater polo moment, and ends with a Tanzanian racer finishing last after a grueling 26 mile marathon.
Bobby Bonds of the Giants batted in three runs with two homers and two singles to power San Francisco to a 4-2 win over the New York Mets. Ray Culp of the Red Sox spun a five hitter and fanned 12 in a 4-1 victory over Oakland.
St Louis Cardinals coach Charley Winner warned veterans missing due to a contract dispute may lose their jobs if they do not report by Thursday night. He noted some key players seem eager to return as the club prepares for a Denver Broncos exhibition on Aug 1. Stormy Bidwell said teams may cancel a game if not up to strength. Training camps open Thursday night at 6 pm for willing players.
Mexico MO ledger brief. Local notices and community briefs from the Thursday page TI edition dated July 30 1970. Includes announcements, schedules, and short items typical of a small town newspaper.
In Kansas City AP reports a sports night dinner staged by the International Order of Eagles during their national convention drew a lineup of stars from the past. Guests included Lefty Gomez, Jim Crowley, Tony Galento, Pie Traynor, and Buddy Baer, notable figures from baseball, football, boxing, and boxing history.
Liberty Missouri AP reports Goldie Sellers, 28, former defensive back and Grambling alum, adjusts to switching to wide receiver for the Kansas City Chiefs. He explains learning routes and catching while benefiting from teammate Frank Pitts who acts as mentor and aid in play comprehension as he aims to be a deep threat.
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