Crossword puzzle frenzy edges into sports headlines
A jumble of crossword clues accompanies the racing, hockey, and bowling briefs. Cale Yarborough wins the American 500 at Rockingham by one car length over Bobby Allison. Indianapolis Racers replace coach Gerry Moore with Jacques Demers. Dick Weber posts a tournament high 1,372 in Newark, Ohio to lead 24 into finals at the Regional Champions Classic.
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Gerry Moore
Jacques Demers
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Dick Weber
Otis stars for Cardinals in 31 20 win over Eagles
St Louis running back Jim Otis rushed 23 times for 116 yards and two touchdowns helping the Cardinals top the Eagles 31 20. Otis fumbled twice early but rebounded as St Louis rolled to a 278 rushing yardattack led by Otis and Metcalf with Hart throwing a late TD to Smith. The win left St Louis 3 2 in the NFC East, while Philadelphia dropped to 1 4.
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Terry) Metcalf
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Ohio State
Philadelphia
Bill Bergey
Horst Muhlmann
Jim Hart
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Jackie Smith
Roman Gabriel
Harold Carmichael
Charles Smith
Van-Far Falls to Warrenton In Close Independents Clash
In a hard fought game Warrenton led all night and beat Van-Far 13 to 8. Van-Far trailed most of the time and scored late, despite solid defense led by Merle Charlton with three tackles and 22 assists. Overton led Van-Far ground gains with 52 yards. Van Far (2-4-1) hosts Bowling Green for homecoming Friday night.
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Don Holt
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Bob Groff
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William Overton
Charles Jennings
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David Clithero
van Far
Bowling Green
National Football League Standings and Week Results Note
Eastern, Central, Western divisions list team records and points. Includes Sunday's results with scores for NFL games and Monday NY Giants at Buffalo, plus World Football League and Southern California results. Strong entities: Dallas, Washington, New York Giants, Philadelphia, Chicago, Green Bay, Houston, St. Louis, Oakland, Denver, Cleveland, Los Angeles, Detroit, Kansas City, San Diego, San Francisco, New Orleans, Birmingham, Memphis.
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Buffalo Backs Seek Fifth Straight Win in NFL Showcase
Buffalo Bills aim for a fifth straight victory as O.J. Simpson and Jim Braxton lead a high performing offense against the New York Giants in a nationally televised game. The Giants hope to rebound after recent losses as Buffalo keys on a strong defense and possible lineup changes. The night also features a ratings clash with the World Series game six moving to prime time.
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Mexico Runners Second In MSC
Mexico Bulldogs finish second in the Mid-State Conference meet in Jefferson City with 45 points, behind defending champion Waynesville. Four Mexico runners placed in the top ten led by Chris Jones in fourth. Fulton’s John Stambaugh won with 13 40. Bulldogs eye district meet at Marshall, then state in Columbia.
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Rolla
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Tigers
John Stambaugh
Russ Sheldon
Doug Keeler
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Ron Whittaker
Marshall
Danny Hexworth
Keith Bartels
Jim Talbert
Hoxworth
Kregle
Whittake
Swimmers Boost US In Pan American Games
In Mexico City the US swimming team leads the medal haul with 10 of 18 golds as American women receive cheers while men post record wins. Peter Rocca and Bruce Jenner headline victories including Rocca’s 58.31 backstroke and Jenner’s decathlon score. The U.S. leads Cuba 47-32 overall, with women's medley relay and Heddy’s record 2:22.22 200 IM among highlighted feats. The volleyball upset over Mexico ends 3-2 after a tense comeback.
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Jan Merrill
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Rocca
Rick Colella
Seattle
Kathy Heddy
Summit
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Mexico
Northwest Missouri Stays Unbeaten in Missouri Valley Football
Northwest Missouri State remains undefeated at 6-0 after a 30-7 win over Central Missouri State, with coach Gladden Dye praising a stifling defense that limited Central Missouri to minus 23 rushing yards. Star safety Randy Baehr lauded as a top league MVP candidate. The Bearcats expect to stay strong next season with a returning core including the offensive line and key playmakers. Other Missouri college results include Northeast Missouri over Missouri-Rolla 26-6, Missouri Southern 10-7 over Lincoln, Southeast Missouri 17-3 over Southwest Missouri, William Jewell 15-14 over Ottawa, Missouri Western 46-13 over Benedictine, and Missouri Valley 21-14 over Central Methodist.
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