Browns and Chargers settle for 16-16 tie in rain-drenched clash
Cleveland Browns rally with Don Cockroft field goals and Greg Pruitt TD to draw even with the San Diego Chargers 16-16 at home. Chargers' Mike Garrett shines with 130 rushing yards and a TD. Vikings beat Rams 10-9 as Tarkenton proves clutch. Bradshaw and Fuqua depart Steelers' win over Bengals.
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Gregory Qualifies for State Meet in Ottawa-Killdaire Run
New London sophomore Herb Gregory becomes the first Wildcat to qualify for the state meet at Ottawa-Killdaire, posting a 10:04 to finish 11th in Class A District and setting a school record. Coach Bob Knoll notes Gregory climbed from 17th at the mile to secure the Columbus spot as Landis also posts a season best, while teammate Ron Knoll and Monroeville’s Eric Heyman set notes for future meets.
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Hartland and Nite Life Tie for Norwalk Football Lead
Hartland Hartland Speed Equipment and Nite Life remain atop the Norwalk Flag Football League at 6-1 after Sunday wins at McGuan Park. Hartland crushed Durable Mat 25-0 while Nite Life edged Bennett Electric 9-7. Upper Construction defeated Mesenburg Brothers 39-0. Tom Krick caught two Hartland TD passes 39 and 28 yards. Ken Nickols added a 62 yard TD for Nite Life. Casey Fogg scored Bennett's only TD on a 34-yard pass. Jeff Clark had two TDs for Opper with 52-yard reception and two PATs. The NFL tournament opens tonight at McGuan Park with Bennett Electric vs Little Jake's of Willard and Union Bank of Bellevue vs Port Clinton Stars.
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Jayvee game at St Paul canceled due to Edison no longer fielding team
St Paul High School football coach Bill Hubans announced this afternoon’s home jayvee contest with Edison has been canceled because Edison no longer fields a jayvee squad.
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Carr Lifts Cavaliers Past Celtics With 31 Points
Austin Carr led Cleveland with 31 points including a late three point play that sealed a 102-99 comeback win over Boston. The Celtics shot 23 of 44 in the first half but were held to 32 after intermission as Dwight Davis added 18 points. Norwalk High to show Friday win film tonight at 8 in the school reading room.
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Car care tips from steering column advice
The article outlines auto safety ideas such as bumpers extending to create more distance, checking stop lights, and a vibrating rear view mirror as potential trouble. It warns against slamming brakes and urges clear descriptions to mechanics, promoting Norwalk Tire & Alignment Co. services.
Mercury yard light provides overnight home protection
The mercury yard light offers all night protection with an electronic sensor that turns the light on at dusk and off at dawn. It provides bright illumination over walks and driveways to deter prowlers and is a low cost safeguard for home and property. A 100-watt bulb lasts about six years.
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