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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Aug 09, 1971

Page

10

Cubs' Billy Williams Blasts Three Homers in Doubleheader

Cubs outfielder Billy Williams hit three homers across a doubleheader to fuel a split with the opponent. The performance followed a previous night where the Mets piled up 20 runs before being blanked by Phil Niekro for a 5-0 defeat, widening the gap behind the Pirates in the NL standings.

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Braves win 21 inning duel as Mets set run record

In a marathon four game set opener, the Braves outslugged the Mets 21 1 in 17 innings after Niekro silenced New York through the early frames. Ken Boswell led a Mets barrage with four hits including a grand slam while Niekro later shutout the Mets for his 12th win.

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Rosewall Secures Third U S Pro Tennis Title at Longwood

Ken Rosewall, 36, defeated Cliff Drysdale 6-4 6-3 6-0 to win the U S Professional Tennis Championship at Longwood Cricket Club, earning $10,000 and his fourth title of the year. Roy Emerson and Rod Laver teamed with plantain to win doubles 6-4 6-4 over Okker Riessen.

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Jujube Described as Spiny Trees Bearing Datelike Fruits

Britannica notes jujube is a small spiny tree species that yields fruits resembling dates. The entry emphasizes botanical traits and fruit appearance for identification.

Encyclopaedia Britannica

National League East standings and matchup notes

Detroit at Boston leads Tuesday slate with Lonborg facing Cain in a lone game. Weekend results show New York and Chicago posting losses while Milwaukee and Kansas City split. Standings highlight tight NL East, with various night games across the majors.

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Record-Breaking Samson Sets Pan-Am Records

Four Pan Am records highlight the U S medal surge in Cali with Ken Patera of Minneapolis breaking four super heavyweight marks. Marines Larry Carlisle and Raymond Russell join Duane Bobick and Jerry Otis in boxing finals as U S leads with 79 golds and 165 total medals.

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U S Dominates Pan American Games Weightlifting and Swimming

The United States stacks medals as weightlifting yields 19 of 34 golds and Pan American records rise for Patera. In swimming, U S performers set multiple Pan Am records led by McConica Campbell Colella and Deardruff. Ecuador and Mexico win notable titles in butterfly and equestrian events as the U S faces intestinal illnesses among its team.

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Mullens Jr High Football Tryouts and Requirements

All boys aged to play football at Mullens Junior High should report to the junior high Tuesday at 2 30 pm. Bring birth certificates. Physicals will be offered Tuesday at 8 30 pm per head coach Ray Caldwell.

Mullens Jr. High Ray Caldwell

Roosevelt Reflects On White House Enjoyment

The former president Theodore Roosevelt described his time in the White House as unmatched by any other president, saying he enjoyed the presidency more than any predecessor. This remark highlights his enduring pride in public service.

Theodore Roosevelt White House

Red Sox Falter as Orioles Lead Grows despite Lolich Triumph

Detroit’s Mickey Lolich wins his 18th as Boston loses 8-2 with Lolich lasting nine innings and allowing nine hits. Meanwhile Baltimore drops to Yankees 2-1 as Boston fails to gain on the division leaders in a weekend with mixed AL and NL results.

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Charlies Sweep Doubleheader in IL Action

The Charleston Charlies beat Tidewater 6-1 and 6-2 to move into second in the International League. Bob Moose earned a win with five hits allowed in the finale, while John Jeter hit an inside the park homer and George Kopacz added a two run shot. In the opener Rick Colpaert improved to 4-4 with support from Ronnie Davis who homered. Other IL results include Syracuse and Louisville splitting, Toledo routing Richmond, and Winnipeg swept by Rochester.

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National League and American League leaders in 1960s style stats

Presentation lists top National and American League leaders in runs batted in and pitching wins for stars including Stargell Torre Aaron Montanez Williams Killebrew Petrocelli Murcer Bando Robinson Jenkins Ellis Carlton Downing Pappas Blue Lolich Dobson Drago Siebert Wood Hunter with win totals and RBI counts.

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