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Newspaper
Middletown Journal
Location
Middletown, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Nov 20, 1970
Page
14
The Cincinnati Royals halted the New York Knicks five losses to six game skid with a late rally. Detroit Pistons also faced a setback as they trailed but edged out in a separate clash.
Joe Frazier says he will fight anyone as interest centers on a possible bout with Muhammad Ali after his two round victory over Bob Foster. The article details Frazier's camp, Ali's induction case, and surrounding boxing news plus NBA results from Detroit New York Seattle and Utah with game highlights and key player performances.
Cleveland Browns quarterback Bill Nelsen avoided reinjury after a jolt in a Thursday scrimmage during the two minute drill. Nelsen left the field with Mike Phipps finishing the session as Houston awaits, while Oilers deal with injuries to Granger, Campbell, Webster and others.
In a hot stove season feature Jerry Nardiello reports Cincinnati Reds general manager Bob Howsam announcing Johnny Bench as the National League MVP. Howsam defends the team’s Instructional League and scouting, notes a shift in salary talks, and says the lifeblood of baseball lies in developing prospects despite rising player salaries. He plans to face negotiations again early in the new year.
Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Greg Cook, sidelined by shoulder surgery, is throwing 10 and 15 yard passes at the team’s practice field. He says the shoulder is fine and expects to regain strength, with progress guiding their 1970 draft plans. no timetable exists for return.
Associated Press reports a Los Angeles card with Jimmy Robertson 137 pounds from Harbor City knocking out Leonard Kesey 137 from Eugene Oregon. Ruben Navarro 135 of Los Angeles KO'd Maryuzon 132 of the Philippines in two rounds.
Washington AP The complaint by two baseball umpires that they were fired for union activities was dismissed by a National Labor Relations Board trial examiner. Alexander Salerno and William Valentine Jr claimed dismissal by AL president Joe Cronin in September 1968 for encouraging others to join the Major League Umpires Association. The examiner found no proof the discharges were caused by union activity, noting lack of knowledge by the AL beyond suspicion. No comment from the umpires. They have 20 days to appeal to the full NLRB board.
The 1970-71 high school basketball season starts with two area games. Edgewood hosts Dixie Greyhounds in the new gym, Lebanon plays Mason. Edgewood coach Ron Kash praises improved sharpness, speed, and hustle among his players.
In a rubber game for the Lebanon and Mason opponents, Lebanon visits Mason as the Warriors chase their 16th straight home win. The Comets aim to slow Mason, the Fort Ancient Valley Conference defending champion, amid renewed intra-county tensions and a strong home streak.
Miami Warriors travel to Marion in a key road game aiming to end a losing streak. Coach Lynn Darbyshire keeps the same lineup as last week after a 72 66 win over Lancaster. Marion, defending home court, features guard strength and Hinkel’s 27 point season.
A new chapter in the Middletown Hamilton rivalry unfolds with two all star flag football games at Smith Park. The Middletown Miami Branch girls win 14 0 over the Hamilton Branch girls while the Hamilton men defeat the Middletown Miami Branch 126 to 0.
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