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Newspaper
News
Location
Frederick, Maryland, United States of America
Date
Nov 21, 1975
Page
10
Shenandoah Downs in Charles Town W V canceled the Edward L Blake Stakes worth ten thousand added after only four horses remained in the roster when entries closed. The card included multiple scratches and results from various races with payouts listed for exacta and trifecta wagers.
Boston based news reports state the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court refused to reopen the case of David Manning, a 17 year old Pembroke resident injured by a throw from Ross Grimsley during a Red Sox Orioles game. Justice Wilkins noted Manning may seek a hearing before the full court, but no petition was filed.
In Baltimore the Maryland Scholastic Association defeated a proposal to allow girls to play five non contact sports. Twenty of twenty nine athletic directors supported the amendment but fell two votes short of the required three quarters. The plan, if adopted, would have allowed girls to compete in cross country track tennis golf and swimming.
Atlanta Hawks rookie of last year John Drew, now a valued sixth man at age 21, aims to break scoring and rebounding records if he plays full games. Coach Cotton Fitzsimmons praises his defense and versatility and notes Drew’s work ethic as he helps lead the Central Division leaders.
San Francisco AP report says Horace Stoneham, 72, rushed to Stanford Hospital for an aorta swelling surgery delaying sale decisions for the Giants. Local investor Robert A. Lurie may bid while a Canadian group eyes Toronto. team posts large losses and unpaid Candlestick Park rent.
The Frederick Falcons stage a Las Vegas Night at the Frederick Eagles Club on East Patrick Street from 7 p.m. to 12 30 a.m. Proceeds support league dues equipment and similar needs. Tickets cost five dollars and are sold at several local spots including the Eagles Club and Lake Singanore. Music games and dancing will accompany the event with the Free Spirit band.
Art Modell, president and owner of the Cleveland Browns, testified before the NLRB that players are transients not sharing owners’ long term interest in the game. He defended 1974 rule changes including sudden death overtime and restricted downfield players on punt coverage as necessary to maintain popularity and excitement.
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