Kennedy 50 Mile Hike Sets Anniversary Milestone Near 1,200
Nearly 1,200 hikers expected for the John F. Kennedy 50 Mile Hike marking its 10th anniversary. Co-organizer Buzz Sawyer reports 1,149 registered with 40 to 50 more anticipated before 7:30 a.m. start at Boonsboro High School. The route passes Turners Gap, Appalachian Trail, Weverton Cliffs, C and O Canal Towpath, ending at St. James School near Hagerstown. Weather cool with 20s to 50s, winds 15 to 20 mph. Notable entrants include defending champion Elton Horst seeking a faster time, and Donna Aycoth defending women’s title. Participants receive IDs, meet checkpoints, and may hike for Heart Association funds. Awards include trophies for under 15 hours and medals for 11 hours up to 34.6 miles.
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Finley Near Deal With Vida Blue Says A's Owner
Oakland owner Charlie Finley told The Associated Press the barrier to signing Vida Blue is broken and he is close to a contract. Finley described long talks in Oakland and San Francisco hotel rooms and his apartment, confirming a $50,000 offer and Blue’s potential early signing before camp.
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Bullets Lose To Royals In Final Cincinnati Home Game
Nate Archibald tallied 38 points as the Cincinnati Royals beat the Baltimore Bullets 132 114 in their last home appearance in Cincinnati before moving to Kansas City. Sam Lacey and Tom Van Arsdale drew standing ovations as 4 022 fans watched the farewell.
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Maryland Tangled With Niagara For NIT Championship
Maryland and Niagara meet in the 35th National Invitations Tournament title game at Madison Square Garden. Maryland's 6-11 Tom McMillen and 6-9 Len Elmore lead a size advantage against Niagara's speed in a televised showdown. Wingate and Chassar pace the Purple Eagles as Driesell's Terrapins seek another acceptably controlled win after a season of mixed margins.
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Seminoles Challenge UCLA For NCAA Title In Los Angeles
Florida State seeks another upset as 5 foot 7 guard Ono Petty leads a resilient upset bid against UCLA. Bill Walton dominates with 33 points and 21 rebounds in the semifinals as the Bruins chase a sixth straight NCAA crown.
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Florida State Faces Bruins In College Basketball Rivalry
Florida State aims for revenge as Petty and Samuel lead a 26 5 record against North Carolina in a high stakes clash. UCLA coach John Wooden notes Henry Bibby to guard the Seminoles small forwards while Walton and Price spark Louisville scoring in another top matchup.
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Casper Leads By Two At Greater New Orleans Open
Bill Casper shot four under par 68 to take a two stroke lead at 134 after 36 holes in the Greater New Orleans Open. Nicklaus, Colbert and others chased at Lakewood Country Club as Player closed strong but eight back at 142. Beard made the cut at 144.
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Kenny Boyd Named to District All Star Squad
Frederick's Kenny Boyd, a Boston University sophomore, was chosen for the District 1 All Star team by the United States Basketball Writers Association. The district features New England area teams.
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Edward Miller and Family Highlight Local Business Ties
Edward M. Miller of Frederick, his wife Kathryn, and son Marty are profiled after Ed's long tenure at Coca-Cola. The article notes his shift to the auto industry, training at GM, and promotion to Parts Manager at Jenkins Motors Inc. The dealership promotes its modern facilities and offers Oldsmobile Datsun and International sales and service.
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Baltimore sports arena plan proceeds without C&O-B&O funding
Plans for a 25 acre site in Baltimore to host a sports complex move ahead without financial help from the C&O-B&O railroad. Backers say land will be bought and development will not be a joint venture. The study estimates total cost at 107 to 219 million dollars and proposes a separate revenue bonding authority.
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