Olympiad closes with joyful mixed final ceremonies
In Munich 1972 the closing ceremony turned festive as Great Britain led a human chain and athletes from multiple nations mingled amid flags signaling unity. Israel was remembered by a half mast flag after the tragedy, Avery Brundage presided, and the flame dimmed as medals and mascots shared a lighthearted finale.
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Karol Stonger
Associated Press
Munich
Great Britain
Israel
Avery Brundage
Cannoneerg
Canada
The Resurrection Of Mexico Moe Returns to Predictions
Mexico Moe proclaims a comeback to the predicting arena after last year’s defeat by Brad Stevens. He announces a 10 team puzzle start this week and promises improved pro football predictions, plus continued coverage and surprises in his second year.
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Mexico
Moe
Mexico Moe Contest Entries At Ledger Office
Entries limited to five per person with a five dollar or equivalent stake. Contest requires predicting winners for listed teams including Jeff City Helias Mark Twain Knox County Van-Far MMA Houston and more with tie breakers on final scores beginning with the Mexico game. Due by 6 p.m. Fridays at The Ledger Office, Mexico Ledger, Mexico MO 65265.
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Mark Twain
Knox County
Van-Far
Houston
Baltimore - Kansas City
San Francisco
Pittshurch
SCC” &S
Mexico
Centralia
Paris
Louisiana
Hermann
Arizona State
San Diego
Oakland
Ledger
Mexico Ledger
Harriers Finish Third in Triangular Meet
Hannibal and Jacksonville led Mexico in a three team cross country race at Hannibal. With half a mile left Craig Barnes dropped out with a hamstring strain allowing Hannibal to pass for second. Jacksonville won with 23 points. Mexico placed third at 59 with finishers Wolf Piper Collins Collins Blumer in 9th to 15th. Mexico heads to Moberly Wednesday for another triangular and faces U High Friday in Columbia.
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Hannibal
Mexico
Jacksonville
Til
Bulldogs
Craig Barnes
Barnes
Geoff Wolf
Andy Piper
Tim Collins
James Gilman
Steve Collins
Mike Blumer
Moberly
Spartans
Kirksville Tigers
Rothwell Park
U-High of Columbia
Columbia
Bidwill Brothers Sale Gives Bill Full Cardinals Control
St Louis AP reports Bill Bidwill, vice president of the St Louis Football Cardinals, gained sole possession of the team by buying out older brother Charles Bidwill. NFL approval was cited. price not disclosed though earlier reports suggested about 6 million dollars.
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Bill Bidwell
St, Louis
Bill Bidwill
St. Louis Football Cardinals
Charles Bidwill
National Football League
Charles
Stormy
National League scoreboard shows mixed results and standings
The National League standings list teams led by Pittsburgh with an 86 win pace and 647 winning percentage while Baltimore sits at 74 67 840. New York 64 70 522 and Chicago 64 73 467 follow as week results include Monday's 4 2 win by New York over Philadelphia and Baltimore routing Milwaukee 5 2. Tuesday's games feature New York 4 Detroit 2 and multiple matchups across the league, with weather and pitching notes interspersed.
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Bryant
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Simpson
Jendorf
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Ells
Qekland
Atlanta
San Fransco
Exposure Cards for Fourth Boston Oakland Leads Dwindle
Baseball sees tight pennant races as Boston’s AL East lead narrows to a half game after a 6-6 loss to Cleveland. Baltimore wins on Boog Powell’s homer and a ninth inning scare, while New York and Chicago surge in wild card and West races. Mets beat Phillies, Expos tie with Cardinals, and Houston tops Los Angeles as NL aims for the lead.
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Hal Bock
Associated Press
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Red Sox
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Reggie Smith
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Bill Lee
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Roy Foster
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Terry Forster
Rich Reese
Sal Band
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Bert Blyleven
Rollie Fingers
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Phillie
Duffy Dyer
Dyer
Jimmy Wynn
Houston
Don Wilson
Astro
Jerry Reuss
National League batting and pitching leaders noted
League leaders show B Williams Chi 142 hits and Rose Cin 174 runs with Cadeno Hin 34 doubles and Stargell Pit 37 home runs. American League leaders include Carew Min 317 hits and Fisk Cws 6 triples with D Allen Chi 34 homers and Ryan NY 260 strikeouts.
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USC Takes No. 1 Ranking After 31-10 Over Arkansas
Southern California leaps from eighth to top in the national poll as USC earns 13 first place votes and 779 points after a 31-10 rout of Arkansas. Nebraska slides to tenth while Colorado and Ohio State contend for runner up with wins and votes.
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Herschel Nissenson
Associated Press
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Meeting Tonight On Forming Adult Touch Football League
A meeting to form an adult touch football league in Mexico will be held at 7 30 tonight at City Hall.
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Mexico
City. Hall
Iba laments Olympic basketball upset in Munich
Oklahoma City AP report details Henry Iba arriving home after Russia won the Olympic final 51 60 on a late Be lov shot. Iba questions officiating and a scoretable mix up, insisting his U S team deserved the gold after a dramatic finish. He cites rule enforcement concerns and U S coachs frustration over timeout and last seconds play.
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International Amateur Basketball Federation
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Rams and Saints Chasing 49ers in NFC West Clash
Los Angeles Rams coach Tommy Prothro rebuilds around Roman Gabriel and a mix of veterans and rookies as the team eyes a strong 1972 season. The New Orleans Saints, led by Archie Manning, seek steady improvement under coach J D Roberts after a turbulent exhibition campaign and offseason trades.
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Los Angeles Rams
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Rosenbloomn
Rams
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Pete Beathard
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