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Newspaper
Odessa American
Location
Odessa, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1979
Page
6
Los Angeles officials express skepticism as Baltimore Colts owner Robert Irsay hints at moving the team to Los Angeles in 1980, warning that local leaders fear the threat may be used for leverage.
Red Auerbach says NBA troubles can be cured by charismatic stars like Bird Walton and Magic Johnson. He predicts three new faces will boost interest next season, with Bird signed for five years at about 600000 annually and Johnson lined up with the Lakers. He cites fan appeal over rookies Phil Ford and Mychal Thompson.
Odessa golfers Jean Abbott and June Johnston lost in first round match play in Lubbock as Nancy Swann and Carole Tidwell won one each in the same flight. Separate notes report Indianapolis Colts owner Jim Irsay's talks about moving the Rams to Los Angeles area and his feud with Maryland officials over meetings.
Midland Cubs defeated San Antonio Dodgers 9-6 led by Jesus Alfaro and Jared Martin. Shreveport Captains edged Arkansas Travelers 1-0 on a double steal and a passed ball, with Mike Tucker earning the win. El Paso Diablos beat Amarillo 6-3 behind Joe Crisler. Jackson Mets and Tulsa Drillers split a doubleheader, Jackson winning 6-4 in opener and Tulsa 4-2 in nightcap.
Alpine Evening Lions sponsor the second annual Slow Pitch Softball Tournament June 21 24 with a 16 team field. Entry is 40 per team. Prizes awarded for first to fourth and an all tournament team chosen. All games at Kokernot Field. Teams may contact Bracilio Espinoza or Joe Valenzuela in Alpine.
Cincinnati Bengals officials deny trading veteran wide receiver Isaac Curtis and say negotiations to sign him are ongoing. Mike Brown states no talks with other teams occurred and the team does not plan to trade Curtis.
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