11 Aug 1969
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Newspaper
Middlesboro Daily News
Location
Middlesboro, Kentucky, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1969
Page
1
The column discusses Frisco and Cleveland football via Spurrier and Brodie, NBC Monday night Baltimore versus Oakland, and a Tri-State golf inviting tournament at Middlesburg Country Club with Danny Berrier and George Engle reporting. It notes West dominance in All-Star games and Louisville football strength with local district nuances.
An ad promotes a grapefruit dieting plan claiming rapid weight loss. It touts testimonials and a “revolutionary” aid, promising about one pound loss in the first four days and continuous decreases with a strict regimen of fat foods. The pitch urges sending 34 in for starting supplies.
A fragmented OCR snippet from an LA area listing outlines a diet plan or program at Robertson Suite in Los Angeles with sparse and garbled details. The text mentions Paris, SPs, days, and various stray words that resemble a promotional or scheduling fragment without coherent structure.
Lee Roy Yarbrough overcame a nagging intestinal virus to win his fifth Dixie 500 stock car race of the year at Atlanta International Raceway. The victory, worth 1820 dollars, pushed his season earnings past 140000, with David Pearson runner up and Richard Petty third as Ford swept the top spots on the 1.5 mile track.
The two line All America duo from USC, Simpson and Ron Sellers of Florida State, signed four year contracts. Simpson earns a high rookie salary after ending a holdout with Buffalo, while Sellers and Kwalick from Penn State join as major off field moves. Keyes still unsigned with Eagles. Exhibition games show AFL wins over NFL in interleague play.
Standings list for the National League with matches noted as night games. Cities include Chicago San Diego St Louis Los Angeles Pittsburgh San Francisco Philadelphia Atlanta New York Houston and others. Multiple teams are listed with varying results and locations, reflecting a busy slate across the league.
PICAMOND Virginia saw Henderson fall 2-1 as the league clash halted by an officiating issue. The early 10 point lead shifted after a tense start, with later play resumed and a decisive goal keeping Henderson from victory.
The brief note advertises a last time Tuesday night performance at Mawring Theatre with an entry listed for 8:00 pm. It notes a daily evening program and highlights the final opportunity for patrons to attend.
Reds dominate Phillies 10-0 as Johnny Bench drives in four with a homer and single. Nolan Ryan wins for Mets. Cards, Dodgers, Astros, Pirates also win in a busy day across the league with substantial leads and injuries noted.
New York UPI reports Dave Boswell returned to Minnesota to discuss the fight incident with club President Calvin Griffith. Manager Billy Martin says a three-way meeting with Boswell, Griffith, and Roy Allison will determine future actions after a confrontation involving Art Fowler.
In Lexington the West teams swept both games in the 18th annual high school All-Star series at University of Kentucky. The West edged the East 70 to 69 in basketball with Tom Payne delivering a late three second buzzer basket. Charles Mitchell led West with 22 points and eight rebounds while Ray Kleykamp paced the East with 11 points. The West then claimed a 46 to 24 football victory, scoring in each of the final three quarters, including a 23-yard pass to Jimmy Young for the first score.
Margaret Court defeated Betty Ann Grubb to win the Piping Rock women's grass court event. Clark Grarbner beat Bob Cutz to win the Meadow Club Invitation. Bunny Harvin led Ken Still to a 65 final round as he captured the Milwaukee Open. Ron Sellers signed a two year deal with the Boston Patriots. Jo Siffert and Kurt Ahrens won the Austrian Grand Prix. George Preston Marshall, Redskins founder, died at 72. O J Simpson ended his holdout with the Buffalo Bills. Johnny Sain criticized Mayo Smith as Tigers coach.
Lila Davison of 223 Avondale Avenue Middlesboro Kentucky appointed administratrix of the estate of Mrs Regina H Giles deceased of Bell County. Creditors must file verified claims or payment within 60 days from this notice dated first day of January 189.
The article notes a shift from viewing catfish as a common weed to a prized catch for sport and commerce. It details methods like trotlines and jug fishing, fish sizes from two to five pounds, and the rising popularity of catfish dinners across Kentucky and the United States. It highlights channel catfish as the most desired table fare and mentions Kentucky Lake’s role in boosting demand.
The Daily News announces subscription rates by carrier and mail. Local coverage areas include Bel and Knox Counties in Kentucky Lee County Virginia and Claiborne County Tennessee with annual and six month options. Outside area rates apply with tax noted for Kentucky residents.
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