Frank Robinson Trade Talks Level Up at Baseball Meeting
Cincinnati weighs trading star Frank Robinson as teams pursue 1966 NL contenders. Braves and Athletics near a deal sending John Wyatt to Atlanta for Rico Carty while Cincinnati seeks returning players. Baltimore and Houston show interest but reject Reds proposals. News also notes Cubs and Giants trades and Milwaukee-Dallas franchise bids being rejected, stirring Wisconsin opposition to Braves’ move to Atlanta.
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Garrett Worth Two Namaths Says USC Coach
USC coach John McKay says Garrett could be worth twice Namath to the Rams, claiming the Heisman winner would draw extra fans and revenue. Garrett, after receiving the Heisman, said he has no firm pro offer yet and would choose the best deal, with multiple NFL and AFL teams showing interest. The Raiders reportedly offer $300,000 to buy Garrett’s rights from Kansas City.
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OU, O-State Meet In Annual Grid Tilt
Oklahoma State seeks first series win over Oklahoma since 1945 as Walt Garrison powers the Cowboys. The Sooners, aiming to end a rough season, face the rival in Norman before about 55 000 fans amid pride stakes and a 19 game OU winning streak.
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Flash Set For Tough Title Bout in Manila
Gabriel Elorde defends his world junior lightweight title against Suh Kang-Il in a 15 round bout at Araneta Coliseum Quezon City. Elorde, 30, holds a 70-18-2 record and has 25 KO/TKO wins. Suh, 20, lies at 34-2-2 with 13 KOs and has never been floored.
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Oldtime Ottawa football memories revived by 1965 Braves
A fan named Clarence Sheldon recalled Ottawa University football’s wild past while reflecting on the 1965 undefeated Braves. The column contrasts modern OU dominance with legendary OU teams, noting the long history of Ottawa football and Nebraska’s display on national TV triggering memories.
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OU Football in 1890s: DeFord era and Baker ties
In a reminiscence from Ottawa archives, Billy DeFord coaches Baker players against OU foes in 1894 and 1895. The big 1894 KU and Nebraska clashes drew crowds and a special train, with OU losing to Nebraska 6-0 while ties and scattered results marked the era. DeFord’s professionalism accusations and later career are noted, as OU football experiences a turbulent yet enduring chase for glory.
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Blancas and Masters Named Golf's Rookies of the Year
Norwalk Connecticut AP Homero Blancas Jr and Margie Masters were chosen as golf’s pro rookies of the year by Golf Digest. Blancas, 27, Mexican American, parent a River Oaks Country Club greenskeeper in Houston, selected best newcomer on the PGA tour. Masters, from Melbourne, came to the US to sharpen her game and was named top first-year player on the LPGA tour.
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Local Names Play Key Roles In Traffic Collision Report
In Los Angeles the list names Luis Rod Rodriguez, 150, of Miami Florida, and Eddie Pace, 151, of Santa Monica California, with ages and locations noted amid the fragmentary traffic incident ledger.
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Forecaster Sees No Titles Yet In Week's NFL Picks
NFL action includes Bears at Colts with Green Bay to decide inoperative West, plus AFL games San Diego at New York and Oakland at Denver. Handpicker record 51-26-1 NFL, 21-15-5 AFL. Week forecasts feature Bears 28 over Baltimore 24 and Packers 24 over Minnesota 13, Browns 28 over Washington 21, Giants 21 over Steelers 14, 49ers 24 over Lions 21, Eagles 28 over Cowboys 20, Rams 21 over Cardinals 14, and AFL matchups San Diego 24 over New York 17 and Oakland 28 over Denver 21.
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UCLA Stature Drops A Little
UCLA opens season at home vs Ohio State after a frosh dominated exhibition win over varsity. Coach Johnny Wooden worries about poise and the varsity’s play as top teams post strong early results across the nation including Virginia Tech, Villanova, Iowa, Colorado, and Oklahoma City with standout scorers from multiple programs shaping early season narratives.
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Detroit Ruins Bruins With Ullman Hat Trick
Norm Ullman scored three goals and assisted on three others, and Bruce Mace Gregor added two as the Detroit Red Wings routed the Boston Bruins 10-2. The win gave Detroit sole possession of fifth place, one point behind the New York club, as they improved to five wins in 17 starts, with four of those wins against Boston.
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