Clemente Tops Dodgers in Pirates Ninth Straight Win
Roberto Clemente blasted five hits for the second straight game lifting his batting average to .363 as the Pirates beat the Dodgers 11 9. The outfielder drove in three runs and his 14th homer in six trips capped a 23 hit onslaught that kept Pittsburgh three games up in the NL East.
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Water Ski Nationals crown goes to Allan and Suyderhound
Lisa Allan of Winter Park Florida and Mike Suyderhound of San Anselmo California captured the top titles at the 28th National Water Ski Championships. Allan earned a third straight national crown and Suyderhound his second consecutive championship. Sam Snead shot 66 to win the West Virginia Open by 12 strokes finishing 11 under par at Sandy Brae.
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Rice Owls Preview New Look Offense and Defense
Rice University previews a revised offense led by quarterback Phil Wood and a near intact defense with key players Roitsch Allshouse Wheless and Vincent. Missing are Rodrigo Barnes and Ron Arceneaux due to grades. The Owls face a tough schedule in the Southwest Conference with astroturf debut and expectations of leadership from captains Roitsch Allshouse Wheless.
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Baseball Standings and Results Across Leagues
American League East standings show Baltimore leading with 80 wins, New York 69, Detroit 68, Boston 63, Cleveland 61, Washington 60. West has Minnesota 73, California 69, Oakland 68, Kansas City 48, Milwaukee 46, Chicago 46. Sunday scores include dramatic 10 inning games and pennant races tighten toward late season. National League leaders Pittsburgh 70, New York 66, Chicago 65, St Louis 60, Philadelphia 57, Montreal 55, Cincinnati 44, Los Angeles 70, San Francisco 63, Atlanta 62, Houston 56, San Diego 48. Multiple 16 inning marathons and rain delays affect schedule as teams chase titles.
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Sul Ross Starts Football Workouts This Week
Sul Ross State University in Alpine begins football workouts with 75 candidates reporting Monday for physicals and four daily sessions starting Tuesday. Freshmen and transfers train at 8:30 am and 3:30 pm, while lettermen and squadmen join at 10:00 am and 7:30 pm. Twenty-one returners from 1969 join an intra-squad scrimmage set for August 29 before the varsity meets the freshmen.
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Namath booed as Jets lose at Yale Bowl in exhibition
Jets quarterback Joe Namath drew boos from 70,854 at Yale Bowl as New York fell 28-24 to the Giants in an NFL exhibition. Namath, sidelined after four days of camp, avoided comment after halftime as Fran Tarkenton connected for three TDs.
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Senators Power Through Twins as Howard, Bosman Shine
Frank Howard launched his 36th homer and drove in 101st run as the Senators routed the Twins 11-1. Del Unser added a three run shot while Dick Bosman and Mike Cuellar led strong pitching across the league.
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Ted Williams
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Rain Delays Avco Meet in Sutton Mass
In Sutton Massachusetts the Avco golf classic faced a soggy windup as officials canceled scores after 54 holes. Billy Casper held a one stroke lead with weather prompting cancellations and all play halted on wet greens and fairways.
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Pro Football Results From Friday and Monday Night Matchups
The scoreboard lists multiple Friday results with Washington beating Atlanta 21 to 13 and Buffalo defeating Philadelphia 35 to 20. Other games show Detroit 31 over New Orleans 17 and Green Bay 35 over Dallas 34.
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Air Force Marathon Victory Surges in 903 Game
Air Force Academy beat St. Marys of Winona 903 to win as 50 minutes were whistled by fall into the final 20 minutes. Even St. Marys coach Don Joseph drew a penalty.
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Shaving Strokes by Frank Beard
Golf writer Frank Beard discusses practice on home rugs to improve putting tempo and stroke. He notes rugs lack grain and wind, so focus on straight back and through and keeping the putter low. He suggests watching the putter blade and taking slow, straight motion rather than concentrating on distance.
Shaving Strokes Book By Frank Beard Ad
A promotional offer urges readers to improve golf with Frank Beard's book Shaving Strokes. Send name address and $1 per copy to Shaving Strokes c o newspaper P O Box 489 Dept first three digits Zip City Station New York N Y.
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Pro Charts. Baltimore slips amid coaching shakeup and roster churn
The article surveys the Baltimore roster depth across all positions, noting abrupt coaching changes with Don McCafferty replacing an outgoing leader. It highlights quarterback turnover, receiver speed contests, running back depth, line and linebacker plans, and the solid special teams group as the team faces internal competition and health questions.
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