Laver Seen Greater Than Cassius Clay in Pro Fame
UPI report notes Rod Laver's grand slam year and top status, with discussion of the Hickok Professional Athlete of the Year Award. Laver questions whether tennis pros fit the award, while Murray Goodman explains eligibility and the amateur pro divide. A Riverside wreck story follows.
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Forest Hills
Agnew May Play in Bob Hope Desert Classic
Comedian Bob Hope says Vice President Spiro Agnew tentatively agreed to enter the Bob Hope Desert Classic in Palm Springs California next month. Hope notes Agnew has golfed with President Nixon, suggesting a possible participation in the Palm Springs event.
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Pro Am Bowling Event Includes Agnew Participation
The coming bowling schedule from February 4 to 8 features four rounds with top amateurs paired with professional partners. Agnew will appear in two pro am days while Hope played a private golf round with President Nixon at Lakeside Country Club, with no disclosure about tournament talks. A correction notes a misprint in Norwalk Bellevue wrestling: the wrestler listed as Dan Hipp should be Mike Hipp.
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Norwalk Faces Galion and Bucyrus in Tight NOL Race
Norwalk battling Galion on Friday then hosts Bucyrus Saturday as a three way NOL tie for second formed by 5 3 records. Coach Leonard Hardman emphasizes fast starts and strong defense to counter Bucyrus star Tom Kanuk and slow down the Tigers.
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Bengals Trade For Mayes From Bears For Two Players
The Cincinnati Bengals obtained offensive tackle Rufus Mayes from the Chicago Bears in exchange for two players. Mayes, a 6-5 260 pound All-America lineman from Ohio State in 1968, was the Bears' first-round pick.
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Bucs Lose Lead as Robbins Ankles Sprains in L A Win
New Orleans in a 100-96 defeat at Los Angeles leaves the Bucs with a narrowed Western Division lead. Center Red Robbins sprained his ankle with 37 seconds left and may miss upcoming events including the All Star game. Robbins scored 20 points before the injury while George Stone led LA with 20.
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