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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 06, 1966
Page
2
In Los Angeles, Baltimore’s long and short relievers led by Moe Drabowsky silenced the Dodgers 5-2. Drabowsky struck out 11 in relief, tying and setting series records, while the Orioles matched Dodgers homers early to take control.
Moe Drabowsky, born in Ozania Poland, struck out 11 in relief to lift the Baltimore Orioles past the Los Angeles Dodgers 5 2 in Game 1 of the World Series. The 31-year-old right-handerlimited L A to one hit through 6 2/3 innings, setting a series strikeout mark and tying a six inning streak. He also noted his first World Series heroics contrast with memories of farm life in Poland. The pitcher also works as a Chicago stock broker in the off season.
Ferrum Virginia, last season's national champ, tops the first NJCAA football coaches poll of the year with Kilgore Texas second. The top 20 features Boise Idaho Cisco Texas McCook Nebraska Fort Scott Kansas Wilson Branch Chicago Northeastern Oklahoma Miami Trinidad Colorado North Iowa Area Mason City Taft California Columbia Basin Pasco Washington Montgomery Takoma Park Maryland Hutchinson Kansas Oklahoma Military Claremore Ellsworth Iowa Falls Missouri Southern Wesley Dover Cameron Lawton Oklahoma.
In Los Angeles a Dodgers loss to the Orioles is attributed in part to a fan who grabbed for a ball in the second inning. The Orioles led 3 0 after two innings with homers by Frank and Brooks Robinson and a run by Snyder. A Parker hit into foul territory followed by interference ruled an automatic double.
Rosedale hosts Ottawa Carbondale visits Lyndon Lebo travels Waverly Eudora plays Baldwin Wellsville meets Desoto Scranton faces Pomona Burlingame entertains Melvern Garnett hosts Fredonia Williamsburg at Hartford Moran vs Central Heights Overbrook plays Perry. College action includes College of Emporia at Ottawa KU battles Iowa State Missouri faces K State. Pro matchup Denver visits Kansas City.
Ottawa University aims to correct errant kicks as the Braves face Rockhurst at Cook Field. Rockhurst, 3-0-1 overall, boasts a 1-0 win over St. Louis University and a tight, high scoring style. OU seeks its first win in four against the Hawks, who rely on strong defense while OU searches for finishing touch, with Rafael Salvaterria debuting after his father’s death. Ben Martin shifts to left halfback as listed.
At Virginia Water Wentworth the American trio led after 18 holes in the World Match Play. Nicklaus fired a 64 to lead Dave Thomas by five, Palmer shot 66 to lead Roberto De Vicenzo by five, Casper posted 68 to lead Peter Thomson by three. Coles edged Gary Player 1 up as battles continued. Nicklaus' 64 stands as a best ever on the old layout though match play limits record use.
Ottawa High faces EKL foe Rosedale in Kane City, a test of the Cyclones as they open league play after a 1-2 start. Key personnel changes shape Ottawa’s defense, with Ron Brady injured and Gary Sheffield stepping in. Bonner Springs leads ERL with a 3-0 mark after a win over Rosedale, while Olathe and Turner winless in league action.
AP notes three top Kansas football teams seek key wins this Friday. No. 1 Lawrence meets No. 8 Shawnee Mission East. Wichita West aims for its 28th straight win against Wichita North. Shawnee Mission North faces Washington of Bethel. Other top ten teams with 30 records include Wichita East vs Wichita Heights and Ward vs Olathe, with several open dates and strong title hopes across the state.
Kansas City plans to activate veteran Jimmy Hill kicker Mike Mercer and defensive back Solomon Brannan to join the Chiefs for the Saturday night game against Denver. The move requires a 24 hour prior eligibility window. Fletcher Smith was placed on the injured list reducing the roster to 37. Hill, 11 year NFL veteran, came out of retirement after Fred Williamson's injury. Brannan, a second year player, backed up the secondary last season and contributed on kickoffs and punt returns.
London AP reports the $36 400 Senior Service Golf Tournament was discontinued as a result of the British government's economic squeeze. A sponsor spokesman announced next year's tourney was canceled because directors deem it inappropriate to spend large sums promoting golf in the current national economy.
Al Jones of Goulds Florida stopped Sonny Moore of Dallas Texas in the ninth round in Miami Beach. The Associated Press report notes Jones held Moore to 9 rounds in a decisive finish.
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