Shamba Wins Charles Town Feature in Million Dollar Harrisburg Race
Shamba a 3-year-old daughter of Sunrise Plight raced six sprinters to win the Harrisburg purse feature at Charles Town five lengths ahead. Harrell claimed her last July for 1250 dollars and she earned 11.20 triumph odds. James City from Maryland faded after a move for the lead. Local picks money totaled 22.20 while Panda paid 32, 669.60 in the day’s earlier wagers. Willie Davis named NL August Player of the Month for the Dodgers.
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New Division Leader Cincy Takes Pair From Giants
Bobby Tolan hit a 15th inning RBI single to lift the Cincinnati Reds past the San Francisco Giants 5 4 and sweep a doubleheader, moving Cinci atop the NL West. Wayne Granger earned the nightcap win in relief after saving the opener. Johnny Bench added a solo homer in the eighth.
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Pirates rally past Montreal behind Martinez grand slam
Jose Martinez hit a ninth inning grand slam for his first major league homer to fuel a 6 2 victory for the Pittsburgh Pirates over Montreal. The win marked the Pirates fourth in a row and their 14th in 20 games.
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Longhorns and Razorbacks Set for SEC Title Showdown
In Dallas AP reports that Texas and Arkansas look to clash for the SEC title with national implications. Texas starters James Street and Steve Worster anchor the offense while Arkansas counters with Bill Montgomery and Chuck Dicus. SMU, Texas Tech, Rice, and TCU brace for the SWC schedule as eight games go national.
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Mitchell Aces NFL Receivers But Bench Role Dims
Mitchell, famed for 14,078 yards from pass catches, runs, and returns, lingered on the Redskins bench after Otto Graham tried to move him to running back. In 1967 his trio with Taylor and Smith dominated NFL receiving as he remains a top ground-gamer behind Brown. He starred at Illinois and now lives in Washington with business interests.
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Hoyt Wilhelm Joins Braves in Major Trade
Atlanta Braves acquire pitcher Hoyt Wilhelm from the California Angels for a final push at the pennant. Wilhelm, 46, holds multiple pitching records and brings veteran experience to Atlantis hometown.
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Waldron Quits Towerstown Bears Football Coach Post
John Waldron resigns as coach after a 1-1 tie with Baltimore on Saturday. The IV Bears suffer their fourth consecutive loss without a win while seeking a new head coach.
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Mira Traded to Philadelphia by 49ers
San Francisco 49ers announce trade of quarterback George Mira to the Philadelphia Eagles for Randy Beisler, a fourth year lineman, and two draft choices. Mira, San Francisco’s 1964 second round pick, has backed John Brodie amid Spurrier’s rise. Beisler, Eagles’ 1966 first draft pick, plays end and tackle at 6 foot 5 and 255 pounds.
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Playoff Arrangements Outlined by Baseball Commissioner Kuhn
The Baseball Commissioner's office announced plans for pennant playoffs starting Oct. 4 with tiebreakers including one game and byes as needed. A four way tie would require two games on Oct. 3, with winners advancing to the next day. The LCS will start in the East for the American League at 1 p.m. EDT and in the West for the National League at 4 p.m. EDT, with the World Series beginning Oct. 11 in the American League city. NBC will televise all championship games except Sundays.
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Woodsboro Advances to Finals After 2-1 Win
Sam Eyler pitched a four hitter as Woodsboro beat Thurmont 2-1 in the Frederick Carroll County semi final playoffs. Woodsboro wins the series two games to one and advances to face Liberty in the finals.
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