Jimmy Clark Killed In European Race
Jimmy Clark, world auto racing champion known as Big Flying Seat, was killed at 174 mph on a rain slick straight at the Hockenheim circuit. His Matra Ford crashed into a tree after the car slid sideways, instantly killing Clark who was seventh in the first heat. Fellow drivers blamed a mechanical fault, not driver error, as officials noted the wreckage. Jean Pierre Beltoise won with Henri Pescaroto second and Piers Courage third.
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Opening Day Troubles Loom In Tribute Led Baseball Delays
Opening day plans face disruption as MLB postponements mount in honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and other events. Coaches and managers weigh postponing games and national anthem duties amid a wave of weather and memorial observances.
WVU Lands Seven-Foot Cager From Garrett Indiana
West Virginia University lands 7 foot 285 pound center Mike Heitz from Garrett Indiana as the first of his size at WVU. Coach Bucky Waters says Heitz may reach full potential and will join a freshman class including Bayher Robinson of Unigatown Pa and Curtis Price of Charleston.
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WVU Baseball Sought Fourth Win at Pitt After Split
WVU's Mountaineers visited Pitt seeking their fourth win of the season after a doubleheader split with Slippery Rock. In game one Denby Saylor had a three hit effort to spark a 7 5 WVU win while Jost carried the second game 4 2 as Foster struck out eight. Mike Maschel took the loss in the nightcap for WVU.
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Muskies Pipers Even In ABA Final Playoffs
Pittsburgh Pipers and Minnesota Muskies split the Eastern Division final, the Muskies tying the series at 1-1 by beating Pittsburgh 137 to 123 at Civic Arena. Les Hunter and Mel Daniels each scored 38 for Minnesota as Pittsburgh leaders added 20 from Connnie Haskins and Charlie Williams. Third game set for Minneapolis Wednesday. scheduled Sunday game postponed due to funeral services for Martin Luther King Jr.
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Celtics and Canadiens Face Path To Big Wins In Playoffs
Celtics seized a 127 118 win over the Philadelphia Flyers to push toward the NBA title as Montreal Canadiens held a 2 1 edge in their Stanley Cup quarterfinals with Los Angeles and New York teams in recent playoff action. The Musketeers and Bruins traded scores as Montreal led Boston in a tense post-season race, while Los Angeles and Minnesota awaited resumed play in the West.
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U S Olympic basketball team picks led by Scott and Haywood
United States Olympic basketball selections name Charlie Scott of North Carolina and Spencer Haywood of Trinidad as leaders for the Mexico City Games. Also listed are Jo Jo White Ken Spain Mike Silliman Mike Barrett John Clawson and Don Dee with six alternates.
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Firestone PBA Tour Ends With Mobile Finale
The Winter PBA Tour wraps in Mobile, Alabama after Akron action. Dan Davis of Phoenix defeated Don Johnson of Kokomo 217 to 205 to win 25,000. Johnson earned 12,500. Defending champion Stir Sto failed to repeat, finishing third and collecting 1,?5oo. Bill Tucker and Dick Weber placed fourth and sixth with 2,500 and 2,?50 respectively.
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Pirates and Astros Postpone Openers in King Holiday Respect
The Pirates and Astros postponed their National League opener and Tuesday game out of respect for Martin Luther King Jr. Negro players on the Pirates led by Cleudenon urged the delay, with Houston agreeing. White players supported the postponement as Jin Thuning was listed to start Wednesday and Cleudenon noted the Pirates’ injured players.
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LA Officials May Change Opening Date
Dodgers face a disputed opener against the Phillies as Los Angeles considers postponement in solidarity with funeral services for Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Phillies warn of forfeit if they do not appear. Dodgers seek a night game while other clubs adjust.
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Greensboro Open players push final 36 holes today
Billy Casper leads the Greensboro Open with a two day total of 142 as final 36 holes are moved due to a day of mourning for Martin Luther King Jr. Arnold Palmer and Bobby Nichols chase, with Don January and Gene Littler close behind and Gary Player in the top five.
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Cameron Ties West Virginia State Football Future
Colin T. Cameron has been named head football coach at West Virginia State College. He succeeds Rick Tredway, who resigned as coach to become athletic director, while Cameron will lead the team this season at Institute.
Marichal Named Likeliest 20-Game Winner of 1968
Juan Marichal of the San Francisco Giants was chosen by 2 of 24 experts in UPI's annual survey as the majors' most likely 20-game winner for 1968. Other NL candidates included Hub Gibson and Jim Bunning, with Dean Chance, Joe Horlen, and Earl Wilson leading the AL predictions.
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Comeback Award Candidates Highlight Versalles Powell Tresh
UPI report lists Versalles Powell and Tresh as leading contenders for 1968 comeback of the year with six votes each, while Powell and Tresh loom as major figures in baseball and track chatter. Names like Billy Casper and Teague appear in broader sports notes amid a mosaic of world events and sailing toward a sharp focus on futures.
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Davis wins 25,000 prize at Firestone PBA Tour event
Akron bowling writes about Dave Davis clinching the $25,000 first prize at the Firestone PBA Tour Tournament of Champions with scores of 211 149 205, defeating Lon Johnson who finished in the event.
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Business insurance advice on accounts receivable and records
The notice discusses how business and professional men may be unable to collect when accounts are uncollectible and how insurance can cover costs beyond extra expenses. It notes keeping records duplicated or archived helps, mentions the policy’s scope with fire standards, and urges consulting an independent agent to understand exclusions and building impacts on premiums.
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Feller Joins Healthdise All-Star Sports Camp Faculty
Hall of Fame pitcher Bob Feller announced as a faculty member for the Healthdise All-Star Sports Camp in Gallaway Gardens Georgia starting July 7. Feller, retired Indians ace and three no hitters, 12 one hitters, posted 256 career wins and is celebrated for his pitching mastery.
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