Plunkett Selected First Pro Trades Shadow Draft
Stanford quarterback Jim Plunkett was chosen No 1 by the Boston Patriots as a flurry of trades reshaped the draft. Washington and Los Angeles completed a seven-player deal, sending six Redskins players and a Rams pick for a cluster of veterans and draft choices. Plunkett, praised as the Namath of the future, drew intense attention after a Rose Bowl performance that helped seal Boston's decision despite 17 trade offers.
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Talbert Pleased At Trade News
Los Angeles AP report says defensive tackle Diren Talbert welcomed his trade to Washington in the Redskins multiple deal with the Rams. Talbert, part of the Fearsome Foursome, called the move the happiest moment of his career and said he had no plan to return to L.A. He hopes Washington can win the NFC and even envisions a Redskins Rams title clash.
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Boxing title bout draws huge advance at Madison Square Garden
Muhammad Ali and Joe Frazier prepare for a March heavyweight title fight at Madison Square Garden. Tickets sold quickly with prices from 2 to 150 dollars, live gate projected at 1.25 million and closed circuit expected to add about nine million. Some groups protest Ali's presence and Oklahoma City bars local TV. no home telecast or radio in area.
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Outsiders Lead San Diego Open in Open Round
Outsiders Dave Eichelberger and Ralph Johnston shot six under par to share the first round lead at the Andy Williams San Diego Open. Eichelberger, who played 41 tours last year, and Johnston, a 29 year old electrical engineer from Jackson Heights, joined a crowded pack at 67 that included Bob Lum, Charles Coody, George Archer, Bill Garrett, Bob Dickson and Jack Montgomery.
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Catoctin and Brunswick duel for second in MVAL
In Monocacy Valley League action Catoctin and Brunswick clash for sole possession of second place as both hold 4-1 league records. Other games include Middletown at Walkersville Linganore at FSK South Carroll at Atholton and St. John at Wooten.
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Thomas Johnson routs Frederick 52 0 in wrestling clash
Thomas Johnson Patriots overwhelmed Frederick 52 to 0 at West Frederick Junior High to seize second in the Tri-State League. TJ finished 7-1 this season and 5-1 in league with six pins four decisions a forfeit and a default. Notable pins came from Bob Stockman Ken Reynolds George Anderson Tom Anascavage Sterling Green and others.
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Allegany Tops Cadets 67 57 Behind Moderachi's 27
Allegany, led by 6'2" Mark Moderachi with 27 points, defeated Frederick 67-57 to hand the Cadets their fourth loss in 12 games and second straight. Frederick's Gary Foreman scored 19 and Gerald Palm 14 while Foreman fouled out in the fourth. Allegany pulled away after halftime and also won the junior varsity 50-48 with Mike Sherman posting 16 points and 13 rebounds.
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Austria's Alpine Team Victorious In World Cup Downhill
Austria swept the women's downhill sit event in PRA LOUP France with Wilfrud Drexel taking first in 1 53 51 and teammate Annemarie Proell second in 1 53 88. The French squad placed fourth through seventh while Marilyn Cochran led the American finish in ninth.
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Use Of McCurdy Appears Highly Unlikely This Year
Frederick city officials say McCurdy Field will not be ready for summer or fall sports after last week’s demolition. Grading may start Feb. 8 but field holes and sodding delay completion. dressing rooms will be absent for a year. Teams may move to other venues, with ongoing fundraising aimed at a $200,000 county project to rebuild the stadium.
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