Gambril faces audacious dive feat after coaching praise
In a five day meet, Gambril praised his swimmers for lifetime bests and flawless races. He recalled promising to dive from a 33 foot tower if they won the men's title, then retreated from the tower after the event as he admits fear at the height.
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Foreman stops Wepner in 3rd round at MSG
George Foreman, Olympian and heavyweight champion, knocked out Chuck Wepner at 54 seconds of the third round in a featured eight round bout at Madison Square Garden. Foreman, of Hayward California, improved to four straight pro wins all by knockout, while Wepner of Bayonne New Jersey was staggered and cut in the second round before the finish.
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Frank Shellenback dies at 70 after long career
Newton Massachusetts UPI former pitcher turned outfielder mentored Ted Williams in the 1930s. He began as a spitball pitcher with the Chicago White Sox in 1910s and later coached in the Pacific Coast League before moving to major league managing roles.
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Taylor Ends Tie In With Bases Loaded Double
Taylor cleared the bases with a two out infield drive in the first, lifting the Pirates to a 12-5 win over Cincinnati as seven unearned runs followed. Wally Bunker limited the Yankees to eight hits while driving in three for Kansas City in a 6-1 victory. George Scott delivered a go ahead two run double in Boston’s 7-6 win over Minnesota after Conigliaro’s 16th homer tied the game in the eighth. The Twins rallied with Harmon Killebrew and Graig Nettles homers, but Roswell allowed three first inning runs and the Red Sox pulled away late. Ernie Banks and Billy Williams homered as Chicago topped the White Sox 2-0 in the Boys Benefit Game.
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Andretti Captures Tony Bettenhausen Memorial Race
Andretti breezes to the $25,000 Tony Bettenhausen Memorial at the Illinois State Fairgrounds dirt track with Foyt sidelined by late race troubles. Mario Andretti led from Greg Weld to the finish in 1 hour 2 minutes 4.9 seconds as Foyt, burned, finished fifth amid 18 starters and seven finishers. George Snider, Bill Vukovich, Larry Dickson, and Wally Dallenbach among others followed.
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Chiefs optimistic on 1969 season after 12-2 bid
Kansas City coaches and players express confidence for 1969 after a 12-2 1968 season. Hank Stram emphasizes improvement ahead of a Saturday interleague test with the Rams at the Coliseum. The Chiefs remain a top AFL contender with a strong nucleus including quarterback Len Dawson, Otis Taylor, Mike Garrett, and a stout defense led by Mays Buchanan Lanier and Reed.
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Seals Officially Retires from Bears
Chicago reports offensive guard George Seals has officially retired from the Bears after walking out of training camp last week. The rest of the note lines mention unrelated results and locations.
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Dream Match Wilt Lew Vie in Benefit Contest Tonight
Wilt Chamberlain and Lew Alcindor prepare for a high profile benefit match in Montecello amid scattered details. The event teams Wilt on one all star squad and Alcindor on the other as fans await a historic first meeting between the two stars.
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Texas League Antonia Vik Imariite 4 Gies
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Dodgers sign 38 year old pitcher amid uncertain future
The article chronicles Jim’s injury history with the Dodgers and Phillies, his 1967 win total, and a trade to the Pirates before a recent setback. Dodgers GM Al Campanis cites risk but sees value if he contributes. Campanis and Lakewood Softball notes conclude the segment with team line scores and player highlights.
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Bowrey Rallies in Opening Test
Bowrey, the foreign seed and Davis Cup ace, fought back from a first set loss to beat US junior player Paul Gerken 3 4 7 5 6 4 in the opening round at Longwood. Fellow seeds and Davis Cup teammates Ashe Smith and Lutz advanced as contenders mix with international stars in Chestnut Hill.
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