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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 18, 1966
Page
15
Wichita Kansas AP The National Baseball Congress will require umpires to shine their shoes before every sanctioned game under 1967 rules. The measure targets about 7000 umpires with a possible 30 day suspension for violations.
Art Arfons escaped unharmed when his jet car the Green Monster crashed at 580 miles per hour at the Bonneville Salt Flats Utah. He was attempting to break Craig Breedlove's world land speed record of 600.601 mph.
Warren McVea, once a highly touted Texas schoolboy, has revived his career at Houston. The Cougars, led by McVea’s 9.4 yard per carry pace and 422 rushing yards in 55 minutes, dominate total offense at 434.1 yards per game and sit at 7-1 despite NCAA probation. He recalls his 1965 Astrodome debut debacle but now headlines as a standout running back and return man.
Luman Harris, former Houston Astros manager and part of 1961 Orioles staff, is hired by the Atlanta Braves to manage Richmond in the International League next summer. A Birmingham, Alabama native living in Sugar Land, Texas, Harris was fired by Houston after the 1965 season.
Brooklyn lightweight boxer Crawford died in Timken Mercy Hospital Canton after being knocked out in the ninth round by Marion Conner. He lapsed into coma following surgery to remove a blood clot. Crawford, 26, had a pro record of 15 wins seven losses two draws.
Trenton High hosts Jackson in the Trojans first home game of the year. Both teams opened with losses and last year in the series split, 81-77 at Jackson and 70-69 at Trenton. Lakota also starts at home against Reily in a non league tilt.
Ohio University placed four players on the 16 man Mid American Conference all academic squad announced yesterday. Repeats are Heath Wingate Bowling Green Billy Biggs Jr and Marty Barski Western Michigan.
Aln Marer profiles a highly anticipated pre game clash between the league champions. The piece teases a marquee matchup with gritty details about players, coaching strategies, and the stakes as the rivals prepare for a defining showdown.
Julius Boros, 46, back from fishing and family duties, shoots 66 to take the first round lead at the Houston Champions International, where Dick Crawford trails by one stroke after a 67. The Cypress Creek course hosts the final big money individual event of the year with a $21,000 top prize.
Cleveland faces Washington in a rematch after the opener. Both clubs have changed rosters and coaching roles since September with Browns aiming to improve to 7 3 while Washington seeks form after a 31 30 loss to Dallas.
In Pinehurst North Carolina present and former champions played the final round of the World Senior Four Ball Golf Tournament. Curtis Person of Memphis Tennessee and John Jacobs of Canton Ohio faced Dr John Mercer of Sarasota Florida and Dexter Daniels of Winter Haven Florida in an 18 hole championship match.
In Portland Wilbert McClure 162 of Detroit stopped Brad Silas 161 of Washington DC. In Los Angeles Armando Ramos 133 of Long Beach outpointed Al Franklin 131 of Oklahoma City. In Las Vegas Tony Kid Longoria 192 of Las Vegas outpointed Charlie Hall 181 of Phoenix Arizona.
Gerry Gunderson led Kelly's Market to a three game win with a 626 series scoring 257 192 177. Calvin Moon topped the men with 638 as the league standings and honors roll list include numerous bowlers with high three game totals and individual scores.
The Bullets edged the Chicago Bulls 120 to 102 at Baltimore Civic Center, ending a three game skid under interim coach Buddy Jeannette. Johnny Green sparked the win with 17 points and 13 rebounds, while nine players earned assists as Jeannette used nearly the entire roster. In the earlier game, Detroit Pistons rallied to defeat the New York Knicks 123 to 108 behind Dave DeBusschere’s 31 points in the final period.
The Pittsburgh Steelers ride two key victories into a Sunday showdown with the Dallas Cowboys as they aim for the Eastern Conference grand slam. After a five game slide, Pittsburgh beat Cleveland 16-6, then stifled St. Louis 30-9 last week and now confronts Dallas in a pivotal test. Other games include Chicago at Green Bay, Baltimore at Detroit, Atlanta at New York, Minnesota at Los Angeles, and San Francisco hosting Philadelphia.
The Buffalo Bills travel to Houston to face the Oilers hoping for another win to secure the Eastern Division lead at 7 3 1 with three games remaining. The Kansas City Chiefs host the Boston Patriots at 8 2 0 in the Western race while the Jets visit the Dolphins and the Broncos host the Raiders.
Officials from the Western and American hockey leagues will meet in New York City on November 28 to discuss a possible merger. The talks aim to align operations and governance for a unified major hockey structure.
Wilmo Rifle Club of Cincinnati defeated Armco Riflers 1368 to 1293, extending Armco’s league record to 4-2. Earl Reed led Armco with 267 while Harden Hagins added 263 and Jim Tunnell 255 as Wilmo’s E Taylor posted 287 of 300. Armco still has 12 matches remaining in the Southwestern Swort League.
A brief, lively exchange references lady teachers and the PTA ball game, highlighting social ties among staff and parents during school events. The remark positions the gathering as a community moment with familiar figures among educators and parents.
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