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Newspaper

Mexico Ledger

Location

Mexico, Missouri, United States of America

Date

Sep 07, 1975

Page

11

Tigers Open Against Alabama In 1975 Television Opener

Missouri's Tigers travel to Legion Field in Birmingham to face top ranked Alabama in a nationally televised opener. Alabama, coached by Bear Bryant, brings a high powered rushing and passing attack while Missouri adjusts to a shifted offense. The game marks a rare meeting since the 1968 Gator Bowl with kickoff set for 8 05 p.m. CST and an expected crowd around 65 000.

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Bowling standings and high scorers from Wednesday league results

Wednesday morning bowling results feature Rexene Boren with a 236 high game and 51 high series, Han-Mar's Antiques and Glen's Sheil top teams with 992 and 2790 series respectively. Lane Burners post 2402 team total, while Lane Burners also notch a high 877 game and Lane Burners 2402 team series. College football scores from Associated Press show North Carolina and Missouri men winning in varied matchups.

CRAZY Prudential Five Len’s Mr. D's Pizza Klines Algal Land Han-Mar’s Antiques Tee Way Rexene Boren Glen's Der Lane Burners Dingalings Wild Bunch Shirley Jaeger Wok

Royals Rally To Extend Win Streak Into A's Series

Kansas City arrives in Oakland riding an eight game surge after Tony Solaita's three homers and an 11th inning RBI single edged the Angels 8-7 to sweep a four game set. Solaita led the charge with 15 homers this season, while Whitey Herzog praised the momentum as Dennis Leonard faced Ken Holtzman in the opener. The Royals manager noted the pressure on Oakland as the series began.

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Missouri Alabama Preview Injuries and Key Players Highlighted

In a season opener snapshot, Missouri and Alabama loom with depth notes and star players. Alabama features Richard Todd at quarterback Calvin Culliver Willie Shelby Ozzy Newsome and defense led by Leroy Cook Woodrow Lowe and Al Pizzitola. Missouri counters with Tony Galbreath Steve Pisarkiewicz Joe Stewart Bob McRoberts Kenny Downing and others as they rebuild after turnover.

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Pro Baseball Scoreboard Update with Standings and Highlights

A compact rundown of standings from the East and West divisions, recent results, and Monday and Tuesday schedules. Key teams include St. Louis, New York, Chicago, Philadelphia, Cincinnati, Los Angeles, Montreal, Atlanta, San Diego, Houston, and Pittsburgh with scores from Saturday and Sunday games and upcoming matchups across leagues.

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Orantes Rides Momentum To Tennis Upset

Manuel Orantes, the 26 year old from Barcelona, defeated defending champion Jimmy Connors 6-4 6-3 6-3 at the U S Open. Earlier he outlasted Guillermo Vilas 4-6 1-6 6-2 7-5 6-4 in a dramatic semifinal as Connors failed to retain the title. Eighth notes on the crowd pepper the match with Vamos chants, as Orantes hugs his wife Virginia after clinching the crown and a $25,000 prize.

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Five Newcomers Make Big-Time Football Debuts

AP Sports writer reports five freshmen and newcomers started in major college games. Central Michigan beat Western Michigan 34-0. Ball State won 24-14. Arkansas State crushed Northwestern Louisiana 42-0. Northeast Louisiana tied Pacific 4-3. Fullerton State lost 49-7 to Fresno State. Penn State, Alabama, and Maryland also won. Temple and Villanova fell to Maryland and Penn State respectively. Baylor and Pitt posted opening-win momentum, while Missouri Valley results included New Mexico State over Drake and Wichita State shocking West Texas State 14-10. Maryland quarterback Mark Manges threw for 280 yards and four TDs in Villanova defeat.

Scott Hunter Bama Alabama McMillan Missouri Tony Galbreath Herschel Nissenson Oklahoma Northeast Louisiana Pacific Fullerton State Fresno State Pacific Coast Athletic Association Associated Press Missouri Tonight Abc-Tv Penn State Temple North Carolina State East Carolina Maryland Villanova Chris Angeloff Akron Zips Marshall Baylor Mississippi Pitt Georgia Mississippi State Memphis State Houston Lamar San Diego State Texas-El Paso North Carolina William & Mary Southern Methodist Wake Forest New Mexico State Drake Wichita State Mark Manges Terrapins Dick Bedesem Manges Vince Kinney Tim Wilson John Schultz Cleveland Franklin Pat McNeil Bears Ole Miss Mark Jackson Tony Dorsett

Playoffs Decide Best Ball at Centralia Country Club

Centralia hosts a 49-team best ball tournament with extra holes in the championship flight. Francis Hagan and Jim McKinney win a sudden death playoff over Jerry Daugherty and Dave Reyner after both teams post 66. Columbia golfers dominate with multiple playoff wins and top finishes led by Asel Merrill and Rosenholtz Rowland.

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McGlothen Struggles In Spite Of Redbird Romp Over Mets

St Louis pitcher Lynn McGlothen battled through pain to earn a 12 4 victory as the Cardinals routed the Mets. McGlothen cited back and knee trouble and limited follow through but credited runs for support and stressed the need to stay in the pennant race with six games left against Pittsburgh. Lou Brock and Ted Simmons powered the offense, while Red Schoendienst and teammates maintained a cautious optimism about catching the Pirates.

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