Scoreless Pro Grid Battle Could Cost NFL Players Millions
A scoreless tie in the pro football contract dispute sparked owners to open camps while veterans refused to report. Giants president Wellington Mara warned an Aug. 8 exhibition against Green Bay could be canceled, risking $1 million. Bengals GM Paul Brown warned the season could end if the stalemate persists. NFLPA leader John Mackey announced the strike, but signaled willingness to negotiate if owners return to the table.
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Royals plan six home games in Omaha Toronto and Las Cruces
In shrinking Cincinnati attendance, the Royals announce six home games away from Riverfront and Garden. Games will be in Omaha six times and in Toronto and Las Cruces once each. GM Joe Axelson cites Sam Lacey’s college ties for Las Cruces.
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Reds Triumph as Gullett Impresses in Pirates Win
Cincinnati pitcher Don Gullett, 19, shut down Pittsburgh over 3 2/3 innings, earning his fourth save and lowering his ERA to 2.83. Sparky Anderson praised the rookie, while Tony Cloninger earned the victory for the Reds in a 8-4 win that kept Cincinnati ahead in the NL West and narrowed Pittsburgh's series lead.
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Ten Ladies Beat Forest Hills Pro in Golf Challenge
Pro Bob Kramer at Forest Hills Country Club posted 68 but lost to ten women led by Mrs. Richard Brandenburg and Mrs. Tim Kneisel who scored 60 to 67. Nine hole leaders included Mrs. Otto Long and Mrs. Dave Dickerson, with Mrs. Scott taking First Flight at 81 and Mrs. Charles Boyle winning Second Flight.
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Lee McGee
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Torborg Delivers Big Night As Dodgers Beat Expos 7-3
Jeff Torborg, long-time catcher turned hitter, belts a three run homer and drives in four in a 7-3 Dodgers win over Montreal. Singer wins his fifth straight, Dodgers total four in fourth inning with Sizemore and Russell singles setting up Torborg's blast. Torborg adds a single for 10 RBI this year and lifts his average to .227 as he helps Los Angeles extend by key NL games.
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Associated Press
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Chicago
Don Drysdale
Chiefs Set as 12 Point Favorite Over All Stars
The 37th All Star Football Game at Soldier Field pits the defending champion Kansas City Chiefs as a 12 point favorite against top collegiate seniors from 1969. Otto Graham heads the All Stars as Dennis Shaw or Mike Phipps battle for the starting quarterback spot amid NFL labor disputes.
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