Nixon Honored By Baseball Figures At White House
President Nixon hosted a star studded baseball reception in the East Room, greeting 400 guests including Casey Stengel, Denny McLain, Joe DiMaggio, and Roy Campanella. He received a gold lifetime pass and a tall trophy naming him baseball’s No 1 fan. The All Star Game was postponed by a thunderstorm.
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Russell Stops Ottawa in bid for state tourney
Russell rounded out a state bid by beating Ottawa Tuesday night at Orlis Cox Field to reach the Ottawa district Babe Ruth League All-Star finals. McPherson defeated Cotton Wood Valley North 6-1 as Ottawa hosts a 8 pm matchup against McPherson with third place and a state berth at stake. The winner advances to Thursday’s final and, if Russell falters, a potential tiebreaker would follow.
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Baseball Scoreboard Aid All-Star Game at Washington
Today’s game scheduled for Washington at 1 45 p m EDT as part of the All Star slate. Thursday schedule lists Washington at Oakland New York at California Boston at Seattle and Kansas City at Detroit with noon or night starts indicated.
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Beard Heads Golf Field at Akron Classic Showdown
Beard dominates golfing discussants as a top contender for the $25,000 first prize at the Akron Classic. He cites fatigue from a heavy schedule but seeks to extend his strong earnings run after recent victories and solid finishes. Jack Nicklaus, Lee Elder, Arnold Palmer also named as major threats on the demanding Firestone course.
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McLain to Pitch in All Star Game Postponement
Washington postponed the All Star classic to today as rain delayed events. Denny McLain, slated to pitch after Nixon, aimed to arrive for the ceremonial and actual first pitch, with Agnew standing in for Nixon. ERA: 0.
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Baseball's Big Day Gets A Big Dunking
Washington AP report on baseball's 100th birthday celebration ruined by a heavy rainstorm. A jazz band, VIP guests, and a White House reception preceded a pre game party near Robert F Kennedy Stadium that dissolved into a downpour. Lefty Grove defended baseball saying nothing is wrong with the sport. About 45,000 expected attendees faced a soaked, frustrated scene as rain intensified.
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