Hurdles and sprint records in jeopardy at state meet
Charleston West Virginia. The 58th annual State Track Meet opened with threats to records in the 10 yard dash 9.8 seconds and the 180 yard low hurdles 19 seconds. Top contenders include Tom Reid Beckley Mike Tyson Charleston Oscar Jones Stonewall Jackson Kim Nutter Parkersburg and St Albans as defending champion.
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Frazier KOs Stander in fifth as Clay bout looms
Joe Frazier dominated George Stander at Civic Auditorium in Omaha guiding a fifth round TKO after Stander’s severe facial injuries halted the fight. Frazier eyes a return with Cassius Clay for about 3.5 million, while Stander laments letting fans down and ends his bid.
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Grand Jury Probe of NFL Monopoly Dismissed
NFL Commissioner Pete Rozelle announced that the federal grand jury probe into professional football and alleged NFL charges has been dismissed with no indictments. The Cleveland proceedings, ongoing 18 months, drew public criticism from owners and players alike.
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Sophia Electric Triumphs 26-6 Over Ben Franklin
Sophia Electric exploded for ten runs in the first inning and defeated Ben Franklin 26-6 in a Sophia Little League game. Truman Mines faces Lowell Auto at 6 p.m. tonight and City Finance team holds a 10 a.m. practice Saturday.
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Stander Says He Will Fight On After Frightful Omaha Bout
In Omaha, Ron Stander endured a brutal loss to Joe Frazier as his face required 17 stitches and a broken nose. His wife Darlene, 27, spoke softly about the family and Ron's decision to continue fighting, while Frazier praised Stander’s strength and hinted he might still compete again.
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