Redlegs rebound as 17-hit attack sinks Cardinals
In Cincinnati the Reds pounded St Louis 12-0 behind three runs in the first and a six-run fourth. Tony Perez homered twice and Johnny Bench drove in four as Cincinnati snapped a four-game skid and moved within reach of the Mets in the division. Matt Grimsley scattered three singles for the win while Ken Holtzman’s no hitter boosted Chicago prior to this result.
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Rochester, Hampden Sydney Vie For NCAA Tennis Title
Mark Kivitz of Rochester faces Charles Gast of Hampden Sydney in the singles final at the NCAA Atlantic Coast Regional College Division Championships in East Stroudsburg Pa. The Rochester Hampden Sydney team final also slated as both teams lead.
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Sierra Leone Educates About 3300 Students in Higher Training
About 3,300 Sierra Leonians enrolled in higher education institutions. The country spends a little over 4 percent of its gross national product on education, reflecting strong investment in learning.
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Grid Stadium Move Delayed in Erie County Plan
Erie County lawmakers delayed action on a new 70,000 seat open stadium in Orchard Park planned for the Buffalo Bills. The Urban Development Corp proposed the project at 183.6 million dollars plus land and parking costs, with bond actions tabled for June 15.
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Immortality Eyes Belmont Triumph for Canonero II
New York AP reports Canonero II, favored to win Belmont Stakes and complete the Triple Crown, faces 12 other 3-year-olds led by Derby and Preakness rivals Jim French and Bold Reason. Post time for the $125,000 added 14 mile Belmont is 5:35 p.m. EDT with CBS coverage. Belmont history remembers eight Triple Crown champs and notable near-misses like Majestic Prince and Tim Tam.
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Napoles Regains World Welter Title With Ninth Round Stoppage
Jose Napoles of Mexico City regains the world welterweight crown by stopping Bill Backus at 1 minute 53 seconds of the eighth round in Inglewood. Napoles used a left handed strategy, with a decisive left hook, after both fighters suffered cuts from head clashes. Backus, 31, had knocked Napoles down previously in their first meeting, but Napoles finished ahead before 14,645 spectators who paid $185,755.
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Pickle Packers International Spotlight on New Bottled Goods
Dill and sweet pickles and pickle relish in clear plastic bottles were featured at the 78th annual Pickle Packers International meeting.
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Bills Push for Replacing War Memorial Stadium
The Bills say Buffalo’s 33 year old War Memorial Stadium is too old and too small for professional football, urging construction of a new facility to replace it.
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Seventh Annual Oswego County Amateur Medal Play Tourney
Nick Savas and his tournament committee schedule the 7th Annual Oswego County Amateur Medal Play Tourney for June 12 13. First round on Saturday is at players choice. Sunday pairings and starting times depend on Saturday results. Prize structure splits awards between low gross and low net. handicaps follow USGA standards. entry fee is 8.50.
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Tides Close Gap With Win and Other Scores
The Tidewater Tides beat the Winnipeg Whips 15-0 to pull within two games of the Syracuse Chiefs, who lost 8-3 to Louisville. Carl Fisk drove in four for Louisville, and Mark Rusty Torres hit his 10th homer for the Colonels. The Charleston Charlies beat Rochester 8-3 as Gene Garber earned the win after Fred Cambria left with a shoulder strain. Toledo Mud Hens defeated Richmond 5-1, with Russ Nagelsen’s bases loaded homer. Buzz Capra threw his third straight shutout for the Tides, improving to 4-0 with 23 scoreless innings.
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Johnson Benched Again by Angels Manager Phillips
In Boston, California Angels manager Lefty Phillips benched Alex Johnson in the first inning of a 10-1 loss to the Red Sox after Johnson failed to run out a routine grounder. Johnson’s eight game hitting streak ended as Billy Cowan moved to left field. Phillips avoided specifics.
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Knych Seeks Fifth Herald Amateur Title at Skaneatles
Dr. Walter Knych of Fulton shoots 71 to sit 219 after three rounds of the 72 hole Herald Amateur at Skaneatles Country Club. Don Kalode and Joe Russo Jr tied at 221, Keith Simmons 226, Tom Brennan 230, Bill Osetek 231 as final 18 holes loom.
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Ferguson Jenkins Throws 3-Hitter for 100th Victory
Friday's Stars by Associated Press notes Ferguson Jenkins of the Cubs pitched a three hitter to earn his 100th major league win as Chicago routed Atlanta 11-0. Tony Perez of the Reds homered and collected four RBIs on three singles in a 12-0 win over St Louis.
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Radio Station Emerges as Senegalese Owner Serves Nation
A Senegalese owned radio station launches amid rising demand for local programming. The entrant targets nationwide reach with about 270000 radio receivers in the market, signaling strong penetration and potential advertiser interest.
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Sharman eyes Lakers move amid Utah Stars lawsuit
Utah Stars coach Bill Sharman says he wants to coach the Los Angeles Lakers, while Stars sue for 5 million and obtain a temporary restraining order. Lakers GM Fred Schaus confirms Sharman is a top candidate but says he must be released from his contract. Boryla asserts the contract is valid and will be fought. Colleagues Wooden, Auerbach and Baylor linked to possible Lakers role.
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Major League Leaders Batting and Pitching Highlights
Baseball stat roundup lists Oliva and Murcer top batting averages with 100 at bats. Yastrzemski, Buford, and R. Smith lead runs, RBI and hits alongside other leaders like Clarke in triples and Oliva in home runs. Pitching leaders include Siebert and Cuellar with ERA and decision counts.
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Batting Leaders and Notable Stats From the Season
batting leaders include Brock St Louis .364 with 41 runs and 78 hits, Stargell Pitt 46 RBIs and 17 home runs, Aaron Atlanta 16 homers, Dierker Houston 9-1 1.86 ERA, Seaver New York 97 strikeouts, Jenkins Chicago 99. Brock led in runs and stolen bases with 20 and 41 runs.
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Soaking Raisins for Oatmeal Enriches Iron Intake
Soak raisins briefly in very hot water, drain, and fold into cooked oatmeal. The method adds variety in taste for youngsters and provides additional iron.
Sterner Opposition Promised For Shampine Swift At Oswego
Oswego Speedway drivers Shampine and Swift lead the points after four features with Nolan Swift in second and Ken Andrews third. Tonight’s 45 lap headliner is expected to draw a big crowd as rivals Norm Mackereth Harvey Lennox Nolan Johncock and Warren Coniam challenge the top trio. Additional entrants include Ronnie Wallace making his 1971 race debut and Todd Gibson returning after a three year layoff. Opening heat is at 7 45 with stands likely to be well filled.
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Standings and results across baseball leagues
Baseball standings show East and West divisions led by Boston and Oakland with records near .600. Friday results include California, Baltimore, Cleveland, Chicago, and Oakland wins while New York and Milwaukee falter. Saturday and Sunday schedules span Boston to Oakland with multiple city matchups and rain delays noted.
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Mann and Smith lead at Carling Open in tense first round
Carol Mann and Marilynn Smith each shot under par to share the lead at three under 70 in Baltimore as Mann holed a rare second career ace on hole No 2 and feared the course more than the momentary elation of Smith's double eagle. The leaders include Jan Ferraris at 70 while Kathy Whitworth Susan Roberts and Myce Kazmierski sit a stroke back.
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Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun on Cheyenne Mountain
The Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun rises above Colorado Springs on Cheyenne Mountain, built in memory of humorist Will Rogers by his friend Spencer Penrose.
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