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Newspaper
Mexico Ledger
Location
Mexico, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Sep 18, 1967
Page
11
Disjointed game report notes the Cardinals edging the Mets 4-3 to inch closer to a pennant as Chicago and San Francisco also win. The narrative blends multiple teams and late-season drama with inconsistent details about players like Jackson and Briles, reflecting a chaotic sports wire summary.
Dolphins debutant John Stofa suffers a broken ankle while facing Denver as Bob Griese steps in to direct a 35-21 win. Oakland dominates Boston 35-7 and Houston upsets Buffalo 20-7 with Daryle Lamonica three passing TDs and a 21-yard run. Rookie Zeke Raines helps Houston’s rugged defense in the upset.
Springfield State and Tape Girardeau State posted strong opening wins as the MIAA clutches a 33 point stance against nonleague foes while MCAU remains unbeaten at 4-2. The schedule includes six nonleague games this Saturday with buckets of notable matchups across the region.
Van-Far Indians bring back football after 60 years to face Bowling Green B on the east field at 7:30 p.m. Captain trio Hammett, Overton, Fielder lead the squad with Wormsley, Burnett, Wilson, Paris and others on offense while Johnson, Gaw, Hulse and Moore anchor the defense. Parking, field setup, band, and 50 and 25 cent admissions noted.
Scores listed with teams such as North Carolina State 13 over University 20 and Washington Duke 31, plus many others including Missouri Valley results. The random jumble includes places like Bucknell South, Idaho, Oregon, Nebraska, and Texas teams with varied point totals.
Mexico's cross country team begins at Arthur Hills hosting Warrenton Seminary as rain pushed the meet from Friday. The 4 p.m. start follows last year's district title won by Coach Bill Glazier's squad.
The standings show teams led by St Louis Chicago and San Francisco with records around .627 to .456. Sunday results include Chicago over Minnesota 4 0 and St Louis over Cincinnati 3 2. Upcoming games feature Chicago at California and Minnesota at Kansas City among others.
Lantern of local leagues shows Mexico Lanes atop with multiple 400s. Scorers include Mac's Falstaff high single 464 and Moorman's 2432 high series as teams like Wilson Greenhouse and Prudential Insurance post strong marks. Other notable totals include 529 by Ty Cobb Dodge and 564 by Williamson, with several clubs claiming high game honors.
Nebraska edges Washington 17-7 in Seattle as rookies show promise under coach Bob Devaney. Colorado debuts strong with 27-7 win over Baylor led by quarterback Bob Anderson in Boulder. Oklahoma State ties Air Force. SMU, Missouri, Oklahoma, Kansas State, Kansas, Colorado State also open play with varied outcomes.
Monday Bowling Green at Van-Far Centralia at Paris in B team ball Helias at Mexico sophomores Sturgeon baseball tourney Tuesday Van-Far at Wellsville Sturgeon baseball tournament Mexico at Jeff City freshman football Wednesday Sturgeon baseball tourney Thursday North Callaway at Bowling Green football Sturgeon baseball tourney Friday Mexico at Rolla MMA at Wentzville South Shelby at Centralia football Mexico at Hickman cross country Sturgeon baseball finals Saturday SMU at Missouri
Bowling Green stopped North Callaway 13-6 Saturday morning in a freshman football game. The winning touchdown came on the last play. North Callaway coach Huston Beatty praised the effort. The varsity game is at Bowling Green Thursday, and the freshmen visit Wentzville Saturday at 10 30.
MMA's Colonels drop opening game 20-0 to St Francis after a slow start. Knights score twice in first half then add insurance in fourth quarter as MMA overhauls lineup featuring first year halfback Imost and lineman Ray Kleissle. Coach Bailey lauds team poise and returns of key veterans as openers set for Kemper State next Saturday.
Television listings show wrestling coverage on Wednesday night. Matches feature regional stars with planned telecasts across local stations. Viewers are advised to check listings for exact times and channels in their area.
A chaotic opening slate saw New Orleans stun the Rams, Dallas, San Francisco, and Chicago all post varied wins or near-misses. Key performances included Unitas lighting up Baltimore with a club record 401 yards, Starr and the Packers rallying late, and Sayers enduring a rough day as Chicago fell to Pittsburgh 41-13. Multiple other games featured standout runs, interceptions, and early-season flashes from Lem Barney, Gale Sayers, and John Gilliam as teams chased early momentum.
UCLA QB Gary Beban sparked a 20-17 upset of Texas A&M as Gregg Jones outdueled Dewey W. Hewitt in a nationally televised finish. Anderson added three rushing scores by SMU, while Colorado defeated Baylor 27 under par.
Whitemarsh Club hosts a par 36 36 72 course. Potts finishes at 262, tied with Miller Barber Wayne Yates and Gary Player at 290, while Roberto de Vicenzo cards 287. Masoni deadlocked at 268. Banner records 35 33 63 and finishes.
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