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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Aug 09, 1969
Page
13
Milwaukee Bucks coach Larry Costello praised Lew Alcindor for his rare quickness and ball handling as fans await his rookie debut. Teammates and opposing coaches project high impact, noting his height speed and eventual dominance, with John Wooden predicting continued improvement after rookie camp.
A clash of two league giants draws over 50 000 to the Oakland Coliseum for an exhibition between the Baltimore Colts and Oakland Raiders. Injuries loom for Colts fullback Jerry HIM and Raiders linemen while Lamonica faces Unitas in a anticipated duel as Morrall backs the Colts and Dickey steps in for the Raiders. Lamonica plans a half may not satisfy him, eager to test his hand against Unitas.
AMYERST, Mass. Ron Sellers, the nation's top pass catcher last season at Florida State and the Patriots' first draft choice, reached a contract agreement with the team in a phone call with Coach Clive Rush. A spokesman would not disclose the money, but said the deal spans several years.
Tom Walsh pitched 18 strikeouts and three hits allowed as Francis Scott Key defeated Greenbelt 5-1. Frederick advances to face Cheverly in a best of three for the Prince Georges County 16-19 Unlimited League Championship with a potential trip to Johnstown, Pennsylvania if they win both games. Batters McElroy OBryan and Englar led the offense with multiple hits and RBIs.
Gov Ogilvie appoints Ernie Banks Cubs first baseman to CTA Board for seven years, starting Sept 1, at 15000 dollars annually. Banks fills post left by James Rutherford. The 33 year old star brings sports prominence to the civic commission.
Billy Haughton began his driving career at upper New York state fairs and built a career purse totaling over 13 million dollars through years of harness racing success.
The Frederick Babe Ruth team will enter the Walter Johnson Invitational with an 11 man squad. They meet Marley in the first game at 1 pm with a possible 8 pm rematch if they advance. Finals Sunday at 1 pm in a single elimination format.
An Ontario boy, Ole year old Lloyd James of Onlille, collapsed near the heart after being struck by a lacrosse ball during a game night. He died shortly afterward in hospital, police said.
The Cleveland Browns cut receiver James Lowe from the roster as they released the player and moved to reshape their pass catching corps. The report notes Lowe came from Tuskegee Institute. The New York Rangers led the NHL in shots last season with 2,846 attempts and 231 goals.
Philadelphia slugger Allen has cost two managers their jobs. Bob Skinner resigned after 14 months amid front office clashes, while George Myatt was named temporary manager. Gene Mauch was fired earlier after Allen was benched. Skinner said he learned a fine on Allen had been remitted.
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