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Newspaper
Ottawa Herald
Location
Ottawa, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 14, 1966
Page
2
A TV feature on the wonders of wheels highlights hot rodders who push speeds on drag strips and salt flats. The piece argues fringe drivers advance safer car tech, noting Indy, Daytona, and Bonneville tests as industry learning.
Williamsburg coach Lou Coppoe brings 13 lettermen into his 10th season as the Panthers, led by senior Jake Heck and quarterback Doug Bethell. With 30 players total and a schedule as an independent, they aim to rebound from a 2-6-1 record and start the season at Waverly.
Lawrence AP reports Kansas star Halley Kampschroeder, the team’s sole experienced flanker, may miss the season opener with Texas Tech due to a twisted knee. Coaches and trainers are unsure, highlighting his value to KU’s attack and the potential shift to a fullerback emphasis if he cannot play.
Detroit gains a 6 3 lead on Willie Horton and Bill Freehan homers, holding off Minnesota 6 3. Zoilo Versalles hits a solo shot for the Twins, who rally but fall short. In other AL games Boston routs Chicago 10 1, Washington beats New York 3 2, Kansas City tops Cleveland 3 1 in 15 innings. Baltimore and California rained out.
Seattle beats Tulsa 3-1 to capture the Pacific Coast League title their first since 1955. The seven game series featured sharp defense and strong pitching, ending four games to three in favor of Seattle.
Bill McMurray of Sacramento, weighing 208 pounds, defeated Thad Spencer of Portland, Oregon, by stoppage in the seventh round in Sacramento California.
Dodgers crush Mets 8-3 as Lou Johnson belts two homers and drives in four to extend their NL lead. Johnson, called up in 1964 after Tommy Davis injury, hit .269 with 13 homers and 61 RBIs, matching and surpassing 1965 slugging pace.
San Francisco AP Herman Franks signed a third one year contract to manage the San Francisco Giants as they chase the National League pennant. Owner Horace Stoneham praised his work and hinted a 1967 salary around 50000 while noting Franks’ wealth from land and business investments. He favors one year deals and keeps a gruff press rapport, but Stoneham values his handling of players.
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