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Newspaper
Press Telegram
Location
Long Beach, California, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1977
Page
24
Fragmented OCR style text mentions Mason at Bolly Wood Parr and related phrases. The readable bits show names and random terms, but no coherent event or facts to summarize into a clear news item.
NFL commissioner Pete Rozelle plans a crackdown on unnecessary violence as defensive backs Mel Morgan and Mel Blount prepare to face him Monday. The pair were involved in controversial plays in last week’s nationally televised game with Morgan delivering a forearm to Steeler Jon Stallworth, who suffered a mild concussion, and Blount flattening Bengal Bob Trumpy with no penalty. Blount jokes about a pardon analogy while critics label him part of a “criminal element” of overzealous players.
The Portland Trail Blazers prepare to start the season in Seattle with coach Jack Ramsay upbeat about a close, intelligent team. Center Bill Walton returns after a back injury, and late roster picks include Tom Owens, Iain Houston, and rookie T.R. Dunn from Alabama.
Town Policy a 2-year-old quarter horse with more than $200000 in earnings and a 9 for 10 career record disappeared from a Stanton stable early Thursday. Valued at about $330000, the gelding set a world record for 2-year-olds at 400 yards in 19.67 seconds at the Fresno Futurity and was en route to the Horseman's meet at Los Alamitos. The owner suspects possible Mexican trafficking but notes the horse is tattooed and would be barred from U.S. tracks.
At Hollywood Park Thursday night the Electioneer Stakes saw a spectacular spill. Driver Lloyd Daulton suffered a dislocated left shoulder and Gene Vallandingham escaped with a badly bruised back after Bosuns Male bore in on Froggy Bottom at the top of the stretch. Both were treated and released after hospital X rays. Bye Bye Wiehover won the mile pace for three year olds. Bosuns Metz finished second but was disqualified. Timely Chick moved to second and Disastar to third.
Bill Shoemaker rode Silk n Wool to a 14 length victory in the 318000 Primero Purse at Santa Anita Oak Tree meeting. Swift Gypsy finished second. Laffit Pincay, Oak Tree leading rider, suspended five days starting Sunday for failing to keep his mount straight, missing Sunday's Oak Tree Stakes ride on Crystal Water.
Oskie claimed a sprint heat win as one of four heat winners at the Datsun Pacific Coast Open. Gary Scott, Eddie Leavitt, and Ron Rea also won heats, securing one of 26 main-event spots for Saturday’s $90,000 race. Doug Wefeang won the invitational 2-lap main.
Quarterback Dan Fouts has filed a grievance against the San Diego Chargers, claiming he should be declared a free agent and allowed to sign with a team of his choosing after retiring last summer. His attorney Howard Slusher says Fouts alleges improper negotiation and seeks free agency status.
NBA commissioner vows heavy discipline for on court violence amid videotape showing Benson elbowing Abdul Jabbar before a foul. The ruling cites past fines and notes referees missed the premeditated punch. Lakers, after a Milwaukee loss, won with James Edwards scoring 25 as they head to Denver.
Fullerton hosts the first Elite Regional Gymnastics Qualifying meet at Cal State Fullerton. Organized by Jim Fontaine of the KIPs Gymnastic Center of Southern California, the event runs tonight and Saturday with 7 p.m. starts. Admission is $1.50 for adults and 50 cents for children tonight and $3 for adults and $1.50 for children Saturday.
Fragmented OCR lists football and basketball matchups across Northern California and Los Angeles area, noting games at Cerritos Bakersfield and Los Angeles venues. Mentions include JV, varsity, softball, and pro basketball references with unclear team names and times.
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