Nicklaus Opens Masters Lead Amid Dedicating Performance
Nicklaus built a three stroke lead into the second round of the Masters at Augusta while dedicating his efforts to memory of his friend Robert Barton. He shot a 68 with four birdies and no bogeys as wind gusts reached 30 mph, hoping to become the first back-to-back Masters champion.
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Masters hostile mood overshadows Augusta visit
A UPI dispatch critiques Masters rituals at Augusta National, describing officials as autocratic and unwelcoming. The piece lampoons security, entry rules, and club finances, noting Pinkerton guards and an 80 cent coffee price. It hints at tensions between Masters officials and the press amid the weekly tournament atmosphere.
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Privacy clash at Augusta National golf tourney
Editors threatened to walk out after a locker room ban on press and photographers was proposed and then rescinded within an hour. Clifford Roberts and Charles R. Yates defended privacy for players, while Hogan and Venturi denied involvement. The episode raised questions about who sought the restriction and how information travels.
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Roberts Hurls Astros Past Tigers in Home Opener
Robin Roberts, 39, pitched seven innings to lift the Houston Astros to a 6-3 win over Detroit. Jim Gentile hit his first Astrodome homer after being acquired last June. John Bateman also connected for a circuit, while Claude Osteen looms in the Astros’ next home start.
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Cardinals move to first with five-run fifth in 6 4 win
The St Louis Cardinals beat the New York Mets 6 4 to claim first in the National League as Chicago White Sox win 10 4 over the Cincinnati Reds. Orioles, Giants, Yankees also win while Braves and Kansas City post close games.
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Washington and Atlanta clash in extended baseball twinbill
In Palm Springs the Washington club beats Atlanta 3 to 2 after a late scoring sequence. Kirkland hit a Washington home run as O'Dell earned the win with Ridzik taking the loss. Multiple games across Florida and California produce varied scores and key homers by McCovey and Agee among others.
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Foss Quits as AFL Seeks New Boss
AFL owners resume talks to name a successor to Joe Foss after his resignation. Al Davis is viewed as a leading candidate. A crash meeting failed to yield a clear choice, with speculation about a 10th league franchise and potential coach George Blanda.
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Mullens Sets BR Tryout Dates for Spring
Mullens Babe Ruth League officers met at the American Legion building to set tryout dates for eligible boys. Tryouts are scheduled for Saturday April 16 at 1 p.m. at Mullens Athletic Field. The league plans its first official game May 31 with all games on Tuesdays and Thursdays featuring a doubleheader each night. Attending were president C. C. Philips Jr. and secretary-treasurer Lewis D Antoni among others.
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Hansgen's Body Is Flown Home
Walter Hansgen a veteran Le Mans driver from Bedminster New Jersey died after a high speed crash at Le Mans his body to be flown home for burial He aged 46 had suffered multiple injuries and had shown brief improvement but death followed his critical condition His family were with him when he died and he was the 11th fatality in Le Mans practice or race incidents
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Jones Seeks Rematch with Terrell for Heavyweight Title
Doug Jones, a heavyweight contender, aims to sign for a bout with Ernie Terrell, the WBA champion. Jones’ manager Al Koskowitz says negotiations should finish soon as Jones challenges Terrell while many view Cassius Clay as the true champion amid the ongoing dispute. Jones recalls his 1963 MSG fight with Clay and contends he deserved the decision.
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Terrell Forms Group To Guide His Career
Ernie Terrell, world boxing association recognized heavyweight champion, formed Ernest Terrell Enterprises Inc. in New Jersey to manage his boxing and entertainment careers. He owns stock and serves as resident director, with George A. Hamid of Atlantic City as executive director. The move follows a New York licensing dispute tied to alleged underworld influence through Bernie Glickman, who testified before a federal grand jury.
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Sonji Becomes The Greatest
Sonji Clay wins in court collecting 27500 in back alimony and attorney fees. Judge Spaet warned Cassius Clay to pay or face fulfillment and he did not appear for the final hearing. Sonji declares I am the greatest as she receives 26250 via cashier’s check and an additional 1250 from Clay’s lawyers for the Easter alimony.
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Burrus Joins Parsons College PE Department
Harry Burrus former athletics director at Washington University has taken a role in Parsons College Fairfield Iowa Physical Education Department. Burrus was a standout football player at Hardin Simmons and graduated in 1943.
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McPeak Accepts TV Role with St. Louis Cardinals
Former Washington Redskins coach Bill McPeak agreed Thursday to serve as television commentator for the St. Louis Cardinals after the team declined to hire him as head coach.
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Schollander Aims To Regain Prestige In AAU Meet
Olympic champion Don Schollander starts two setbacks behind as he seeks to defend his 200-yard freestyle American record at the National AAU men’s swimming and diving championships in Brandon Florida. Thursday brought a shock when he failed to reach finals in the 500-yard freestyle while Yale A triumphed in the 400-yard medley relay. Greg Buckingham of Santa Clara set a new meet and American record in the 500-yard freestyle, and Chuck Knorros won the one-meter diving, with Bill Utley and USC’s Saab aiding a USC A relay win in the 400-yard medley.
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Buttered popcorn drives town’s top cinema fame
In a playful note on local tastes the town’s most successful movie house is praised for serving extra butter with popcorn, a small detail cited as key to its popularity and box office heritage.
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