Matzdorf Aims for Us High Jump Gold in Pan Am Games
Pat Matzdorf, despite illness, seeks the United States first Pan American gold in Cali Colombia as 30 nations and 3,000 athletes begin competition. Event highlights include the high jump 10,000 meters and women's discus, with opening ceremonies marking a vivid pageant amid social hardships. Linda Jo Metheny leads 375 Yankee teammates in a standout moment.
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Colombia
Pat Matzdorf
United States
Wisconsin
USA
Moon Valley
Cauca
Linda Jo Metheny
Ning
Miss Metheny
Winnipeg
Alvaro Mejia
Cleveland Hands Vida His Fourth Defeat 4-1
Cleveland’s new manager Johnny Lipon urged an attack on Vida Blue and the Indians beat the Oakland ace 4-1. Blue’s bid for a 20th win ended as he gave up early hits and exited after seven, while Alan Foster won his first game since June.
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Bert Rosenthal
Associated Press
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al Dark
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Detroit
California
New York
Minnesota
Baltimore
Kansas City
Chicago
Boston
Washington
Milwaukee
Dick Green
A’s
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Alan Foster
Ray Lamb
Phil Hennigan
Foster
Dark
Frank Robinson
Oriole
Dick Drago
Palmer
White Sox
Red Sox
Sports on the Air Sunday Baseball and Other Matchups
Saturday baseball features Boston versus Chicago and Baltimore with pre-game at 1 pm on Channels 3 5 8 10. Also Hall of Fame game in Canton with Rams and Oilers enshrinement at halftime and action starting 3 30. Channel and event details show golf and other matchups across venues and channels.
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Phillies
Nixon Helps Enshrine Grid Greats
In Canton Ohio seven new Hall of Fame inductees including Vince Lombardi and Jim Brown were saluted by President Nixon during ceremonies. Nixon toured the shrine with Dick Gallagher and NFL Commissioner Pete Rozelle and nominated Gene Britsto for election, praising former Redskins defensive end Don Bristo as the best at his position.
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Vince Lombardi
Jimmy Brown
Nixon
Abc-Tv
Los Angeles
Ohio City
Washington
Gene Bristo
Dick Gallagher
National Football League
Pete Rozelle
Gallagher
Redskins
Baseball Scoreboard National League and American League standings
The latest baseball scoreboard shows NL East leaders Pittsburgh and St Louis with wins and losses, plus Chicago Chicago New York and Philadelphia in pursuit. AL teams Baltimore Boston Detroit Cleveland and Oakland hold varying positions as Friday and weekend results roll in with several rain and night games.
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Culp
John
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Aive
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Sadecki
Johnson
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Renko
Kelley
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Gullett
Los Angeles
Downing
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Chicago Cubs
Astros
Atlanta Braves
San Diego Padres
Los Angeles Dodgers
Cincinnati Reds
San Francisco Giants
Pittsburgh Pirates
Gibson
Colts Prevail 24-17 Over All-Stars In Chicago
Baltimore Colts topped a new look College All-Stars 24 to 17 at Soldier Field before 52,289. Morrall threw three touchdown passes and 329 yards as the pro champions extended their series edge to 27 9 1 while the All-Stars struggled to move the ball against Baltimore’s stiff defense.
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All-Stars
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Bob Jacobs
Jim O'Brien
Funk, Burkhart Set Pace At Gateway Drag Meet
Dragster Dale Funk of Radcliff Kentucky posted the fastest time in opening AHRA Gateway Nationals time trials at St Louis International Raceway with a 6.80 second quarter mile. Mike Burkhart of Dallas set top speed in funny car at 207.38 mph and led the session. Headliners include Don Garlits of Seffner Florida and Gene Snow of Dallas.
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Mberglas
Don Garlits
Seffner, Fla
Gene Snow
Collegiants Find Pro Ball Dirty Game Note
Collegians lose 24 to 17 to the Baltimore Colts in a Friday night game. John Brockington of Ohio State scores the All Stars first TD on a power sweep. Players describe the game as a dirty contest with penalties and poor field position. Coach Blanton Collier praises effort but cites too many mistakes. Jim Plunkett and Dan Pastorini acknowledge the learning curve and the need to improve to challenge pro teams.
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Four years of experience shape the team’s future
Pagtorini noted the need for more time to read pass openings as the team faced a strong Colts rush. He praised Jim Plunkett and Earl Morrall but blamed field position for the defeat, highlighting Mike Curtis as a key factor in the Colts' defense.
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Gibson Revitalized Upsets Phillies in 4-3 Win
Bob Gibson pitched six strong hits and a home run as the St. Louis Cardinals beat Philadelphia 4-3. He improved to 9-9 with two shutouts since returning from a thigh injury, while Jose Cruz homered with him to set the lead. The nightcap of the doubleheader was rained out.
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Associated Press
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Doyle
Jose Cruz
Gary Gentry
New York
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Cleon Jones
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Leo Durocher
Ken Burkhart
Cub
Phil Regan
Burkhart
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Bob Bailey
Bobby Wing
Montreal
Houston
Jesus Alou
Rusty Staub
Ralph Garr
Mike Lum
Atlanta
San Diego
Tor Hatler
Jim Lefebvre
Los Angeles
Don Burton
Dodgers
Surin Cree
Joe Sylord Perry
Pittsburgh
Palmer Nicklaus set pace in PGA National Team Championship
LIGONIER Pa AP Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus led with a nine under 62 at Laurel Valley Golf Club in the PGA National Team Championship first round. They posted a one stroke lead over Bruce Crampton and Orville Moody as rain delayed play. Moody's six birdies helped his team reach 64, with Schlee and Smith and other pairings close behind. Trevino and Johnson shot 68, far back in the 64 two man field. The event uses the better ball format and was slowed by heavy rains.
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Dave
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Dick Lotz
Bob Goalby
Art Wall
Bert Yan
Cey
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Lee Trevino
U.S
Howie Johnson
Cardenal weighs lawyer consult on Milwaukee trade
St. Louis outfielder Jose Cardenal said he may join the Milwaukee Brewers only after consulting a Kansas City lawyer Martha Hickman. He noted disappointment at leaving the Cardinals and said he will discuss with his wife before deciding. He previously criticized the trade as unfair and hinted pride over money.
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Kansas City
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