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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Jan 07, 1975
Page
4
Predictions flag rising purses and more tracks as states and the industry chase dollars. Jockey Chris McCarron may再 top 1974 feats with an extra month, while trainers face squeeze and more breakdowns as drugs and economics loom.
The Dover Downs closure marks the end of an era for Delaware racing as fans dwindled and the outdoor paddock area loses its historic summertime charm. The 1975 Maryland racing scene faced a wage dispute that halted Laurel and delayed Bowie, prompting broader industry fears about cost pressures and labor conflict across tracks nationwide.
The NCAA filed suit in DC Superior Court seeking declaratory judgment and an injunction against the USOC after a Birmingham judge released NFL QB Ken Stabler from his contract with the Birmingham Americans. The action, joined by the US Gymnastics Federation, challenges amendments from the USOC meeting and argues they were not processed per USOC rules.
Houston detective says carbon monoxide poisoning caused the death of Don Wilson and his 5-year-old son Alexander. Medical examiner confirms high CO levels. Wilson's daughter Denise and widow Bernice injured. Wilson, 11-13 with a 3.07 ERA, had two no hitters, including 1967 vs Braves and 1969 vs Reds. Officials describe no violence signs.
Minnesota visits Kansas City while Toronto plays New York Islanders Boston hosts Washington California faces St Louis. The brief schedule lists five matchups for the week with venues and teams above.
Frederick girls beat MSD 73 to 24 on Monday with Cathy Allen scoring 24 and Sally Furie 23. Liz Hedstrom added 10 and Debbie Main 14 as Frederick opens 1 0. Cadet JV won 32 to 2 led by Sharon Beede with 12 and Kim Proctor adding 10.
The Crystal Ball, mired at .697 this season after a 23 of 33 run, forecasts Tuesday night matchups. Thomas Johnson defeats South Hagerstown 75 69 ending the latter's 30 game win streak. Frederick tops Waynesboro 73 50 in a Tri-State opener. Linganore edges Catoctin 68 58 to stay atop the MVAL.
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