Yastrzemski Leads AL All Star Balloting Ahead Of Final Week
The American League All Star fan balloting nears close with Carl Yastrzemski leading the outfield vote for Boston at 596 168 and Brooks Robinson tops the third base tally for Baltimore with 563 966. Other leaders include Harmon Killebrew Ray Fosse and Tony Oliva among the top vote getters.
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Gorman Springs Upsets Rod Laver At Wimbledon
Stan Smith aided by Tom Gorman’s upset of Rod Laver as the 34th Wimbledon championship opened. Gorman, from Seattle, burst through Laver in straight sets 9-7 8-6 6-3 6-4 after plotting Laver’s downfall with Davis Cup teammate Dennis Ralston. Laver exits as top seed for two straight years. Margaret Court, Judy Dalton, Billie Jean King, and Evonne Goolagong join women’s semifinals.
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Mohler Captures Kanawha Valley Women’s Golf Tournament
Lissa Mohler of Beckley won the Kanawha Valley Women’s Golf Tournament at Meadowbrook Country Club. The University of Denver student credits skiing in Denver for much of her year and cites a cautious view on turning professional. She hails from a golf family, with uncle Ed Tuckwiler a former West Virginia Amateur Champion, and plans a light rest of summer schedule including Parkersburg and national events.
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Schofield Dropped by Cardinals To Make Roster Room
St Louis veteran Dick Schofield was removed from the major league roster to clear space for Jose Cruz. Cruz, 22, was hitting .328 with 50 RBIs, 15 homers, 15 doubles and eight triples in Tulsa and had a 15 game hitting streak when called up. If Schofield does not report to the minors he becomes a free agent.
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Cantley Victor Wins Beckley Speedway Feature
Victor Cantley driving a 1966 Chevrolet won the Beckley Speedway Feature at Prosperity, with Frank Prince close for second and Marin Freeman in fourth. M C Marshall and Prince also claimed wins in heats, while Bill Short topped the Hobby Feature.
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Petty Extends NASCAR Winston Cup Lead After Greenville Victory
Richard Petty of Randleman North Carolina widened his Winston Cup point lead to 112 after winning the 100 mile race in Greenville South Carolina Saturday night. Petty tops the standings with 2 217 points, James Hylton of Inman South Carolina 2 105, Cecil Gordon of Arden North Carolina 1 928, earnings at 143 250 dollars.
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West Virginia Free Throw Contest Leaders Earn Prizes
Art Barris head coach of West Virginia hosts a Free Throw Contest. Johan Fite finished 23 of 25 in Foul Shooting, earning an LA Laker pennant. Fik, 15, won the sfunter division with 19 of 25. Higgins of Beckley, age 1, placed near winner Jim of Beckley, runner up, with further details incomplete.
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Harrelson Sees Rise as Mets Star and Leader
Bud Harrelson, the Mets’ shortstop, leads NL All Star balloting and earns praise from Ralph Kiner and Gil Hodges for his elite fielding range, leadership on the infield, and improving batting. He credits Roy McMillan for mentoring his defense and notes weight gain from quitting smoking helped his hitting this season.
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Maravich Fined for Drunk Driving in Sarasota
Atlanta Hawks star Pete Maravich was fined 150 dollars and placed on probation by Sarasota County Judge Marvin E. Silverman after pleading no contest to driving while under the influence. Police arrested him April 17. the judge warned he could end up around a telephone pole if he repeats the offense.
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Ali Wins Supreme Court Appeal Of Draft Conviction
Muhammad Ali learns the Supreme Court unanimously clears his 1967 draft evasion conviction. He had claimed conscientious objector status based on religious beliefs and later plans to fight July 26 in Houston before actions toward a rematch with Joe Frazier.
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WBA chief backs Clay as top challenger to Frazier
In Richmond, WBA president Bill Brennan said he would recommend that Muhammad Ali be named the top heavyweight challenger to Joe Frazier. Brennan noted the Supreme Court ruling on Ali’s draft case and claimed Clay is the best heavyweight alive, discounting the current Forman ranking.
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Patek Delights Royals With Base Running And Defense
Kansas City star Fred Patek fuels the Royals with base stealing and strong defense. The leadoff hitter excels at getting on base and energizing players and fans, pairing with Amos Otis to form a potent double play and top the league in steals. His quick reflexes and arm help turn plays in the Royals’ favor as teammates praise his impact.
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Rochester Tops Charleston 9-5 in IL action
Rochester Red Wings win 9-5 over Charleston Charlies behind 10-hit attack and combined six inning win by Roric Harrison and two scoreless by George Manz. Gary Kolb homered to seal Rochester base. In other IL game Chico Diaz hit a three run homer for the Tidewater Tides in a 4-1 victory over Winnipeg.
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