Missouri Tigers 1970s hopes hinge on running game and defense
The piece weighs Missouri's 1970 football prospects. It notes quarterback depth with Farmer, Roper, Opens, and Trarmer, praising Farmer's leadership while doubting Roper's natural leadership. Emphasizes strong running backs led by Joe Moore and James Harrison, a solid offensive line, and a stout but light defensive line. A left-side secondary weakness could be exploited by Minnesota and Air Force, with Notre Dame a possible challenge.
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Missouri Tigers
Mike Farmer
Chuck
Roper
Trarmer
Farmer
Missouri
Joe Moore
Baylor
James Harrison
Booker T. Washington
Bill Mauner
Mike McKee
Gray
John Henley
All America
Larron Jackson
Rocky Wallace
Tf Missouri
Minnesota
Air Force
Falcons
Notre Dame
Nicklaus Captures Golf Series
Forest Hills New York AP report notes Nicklaus wins in the World Series of Golf final round, tying with Rosewall in the chase for the $50,000 prize. Rosewall doubts another grand slam is likely, while Court wins the women’s grand slam at age 28, with prize money and pressure highlighted.
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Forest Hills
N.Y
Ken Rose
Owall
Chase
Tony Roche
Cross-J
U.S
Jackmine
Nicklaus
Tor Nicklaus
Rible
Stone Country Club
John Newcombe
Rosewall
Don Budge
Margaret Court
Albury
Australia
Little Rosemary Casals
San Francisco
Geo
Area Prep Football Teams Open Strong In Season Openers
Area high school football opened with several wins. Jefferson City and Hickman triumphed while Sedalia and Mexico fell. South Shelby, Monroe City, and Palmyra posted victories and North Callaway, Van-Far, and others won as region teams began play. Future matchups include Mexico vs Jefferson City Hellos and Missouri Military Academy hosting West Point.
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Central Missor
CEMO
Jefferson City
Kansas City East
Hickman
Jefferson City Hellas
Mexico
Fulton
Sedalia
Marshall
South Shelby
Clarence Cannon
Louusiana
Monroe City
Mark Twain
Palmyra
al Dark Horse
Paris
Centralia
Macon
Knox County
North Shelby
North Callaway Thunderbirds
Jit Hacklock
Milan
Van-Far
Bowling Green
Moberly
Kirkaville
Waynesville
Houston
Mexico High School
Jeff
Missouril Military Academy
Westam Military Academy
Alton
Jeff City
Springfield Parkview
St. Joseph Central
Hannibal
Kirksville
CCC
Louisiana
Brookfield
Marceline
Wentzville
Meeting Tonight For Touch League
City recreation director Joe Bailey announced a meeting for coaches officials and the committee at City Hall at 7 30 tonight. This fall's play kicks off Sunday afternoon in Plumket Park.
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City Recreation Touch Football League
Joe Bailey
City Recreation
City Hall
Plunikett Park
Sophomore Football Game Postponed To Novembers Nine
The sophomore football game between Mexico and Fulton, set for this evening, is postponed to November 9 due to field conditions. The kickoff is planned for 5 30 p m on November 9 at the same venue.
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Mexico
Fulton
Steelers May Rely On Terry Davis Backfield
The Steelers plan around Terry Davis and rookie Terry Bradshaw as they rebuild the offense. Preston Pearson adds depth after a strong previous season. the club traded for Willie Fuqua and Willie Richard Fuqua to boost ground game and passing threats. Coach Chuck Noll reshapes the backfield with Joe Greene on defense and a mix of veterans and rookies to support Bradshaw who leads the new Steeler structure.
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Pittsburgh
Terry Davis
Bradshaw
Pittsburgh Steelers
Fuqua
Will
Steelers
Preston Pearson
Havelttal
Baltimore
Pearson
Ocie Austin
Hue Bradshaw
Kaelan Ren Mavrick
May
Nell
Chuck Allen
John Bowser
Seeee
Green Bay
Chuck Beatty
Kent Nix
Mimne
Sata Vikings
Chuck Noll
Baid
Brad
Terry Place
Hanratty
Bob Leahy
Noll
New York Giants
Giants
Shiner
Dick Shiner
New York
Roy Jefferson Giants
John
Willie Richard Fuqua
Henry’son
Mexico Ledger Monday September 14 1970 Page Nine
Local page items from the Mexico Missouri Ledger dated Monday September 14 1970 cover brief notices and community items across Page Nine. Includes short notices on events, small ads, and local updates typical of mid century rural newspaper pages.
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Mexico
baseball standings and results from national league and division races
National League East standings and results show Baltimore leading with 95 wins, New York 81, Cleveland 71, and Boston 68 among others. West and other divisions list Montreal, Cincinnati, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Atlanta, Houston, San Diego with varying records and recent game outcomes and upcoming schedules. Continuous box scores note results like Baltimore 13 Boston 2 and Cleveland 3 New York 1, Chicago 8 Minnesota 7, and Oakland 3 Kansas City 2 among others.
America's Cup Opens Tuesday in Newport
The America's Cup contest resumes Tuesday with Intrepid favored to beat Australian challenger Gretel II in the best of seven series. Teams prepare for design, gear, crew, and tactics battles as Intrepid seeks a fourth straight win after recent trials.
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Newport
Sportings
United States
Gretel II
Frank Packer
Intrepid
Valiant
Olin Stephens
Australia
Dame Pattie
Brittan Chana
Cleveland Indians edge Yankees as Steve Hargan shuts them out
Yesterday's Stars reports Steve Hargan pitched a two hitter for the Cleveland Indians in a 3-1 win over the New York Yankees. Lou Piniella of the Kansas City Royals drove in the tying and winning runs in an 8-7 opener win over Oakland and added two more RBIs with an eighth inning single in the nightcap to seal the Royals' doubleheader sweep.
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Steve Hargan
Indians
Cleveland
New York Yankees
Lou Piniella
Royals
Kansas City
Oakland
Big Eight Opens Season With Week One Wins Across League
Kansas, Nebraska, Oklahoma, and Missouri opened the college football season with victories as Big Eight teams showcased defense and new offenses. Kansas routed Washington State 48-31 in Lawrence behind strong performances from Riggins and Heck. Kansas State toppled Utah State 37-0 in Manhattan with Montgomery and Kuhn making key plays. Nebraska beat Wake Forest 36-12 in Lincoln as Orduna returned from knee surgery and Tagge connected with Rodgers for big plays. Oklahoma held off Missouri 28-11 in Dallas to reveal a revamped attack, while Mississippi State defeated Oklahoma State 14-13 in Jackson. Kansas State’s Dickey struggled early but improved late. Colorado and Iowa State start their seasons next week.
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Johns
Chuck Hixson
Bob Helmbacher
Kansas
Mike Montgomery
Mustangs
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Joe Orduna
Jerry Bac
Nebraska
Hus
SMU
Jack Mildren
Geoffrey Nordgren
Mildren
Jon Harrison
mMiggins
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Tym Dickey
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Exhibition Football Scores From Friday and Sunday
Friday results include Minnesota 31 Chicago 40 Denver 16 Boston 4 Washington 17 Baltimore 14 Detroit 31 Cincinnati 14 Cleveland 30 NY Giants 29 Atlanta 20 Miami 1 Pittsburgh 20 Oakland 6 New Orleans 20 San Diego 14 St Louis 34 Kansas City 24 Los Angeles 1 San Francisco 14 Green Bay 34 Buffalo. Sunday results add Houston 26 Philadelphia 7 New York Jets 29 Dallas 21.
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New York Jets
Dallas
Stram Warns Allen Ahead of West Coast Opener
AP reports Chiefs coach Hank Stram warned George Allen as Kansas City prepared to open the NFL season against the Los Angeles Rams. Stram praised the Cardinals after a 34 24 exhibition loss, noting their balance, strong defense, and improved play from last year. Hart threw for 278 yards and two TDs for St Louis, who beat KC via late comeback defenses.
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George Allen
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Jim J. Hart
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Hart
Chuck Hurston
Roy Shivers
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Wendell Hayes
Corey Culp
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Charley Winner
Cid Edwards
Ted
Steneard
John Huarte
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