Rookie Snell Leads AFL In Rushing and Self-Doubt
Matt Snell, rookie fullback for the New York Jets, leads the AFL in rushing at midseason and in team receptions. He overcame early doubts after signing a $30,000 bonus and facing fear of being cut, guided by Jets owner Sonny Werblin and coach Weeb Ewbank. Warfield and Snell were Ohio State teammates, sharing a kickoff moment that foreshadowed pro success.
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Trap Hill Stoco Clash in Raleigh County League
Trap Hill seeks upset against 20 1 Stoco in a Raleigh County League clash at Trap Hill field. Both teams feature strong backs Richardson Drafton and Roy Pack with seasoned coaches Manning Glen Daniels Castanon Arbaugh. The Friday night game starts at 8 00 p m with hopes of a competitive showcase and potential shift in ACL standings.
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Nationwide Insurance TV Bowl Tournament begins November 8
Qualifying competition starts in bowling centers across 12 states on November 8 and runs through December 20. Scratch and handicap bowlers in Ohio through Washington DC may share in a large prize pool. Open to men and women with no entry cost for initial league elimination rounds. Top scorers after regionals advance to telecasts with $1,000 guaranteed weekly. Entry blanks available at area centers.
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Black Hawks edge Rangers 2 1 in lone NHL game
Bobby Hull scored the opening goal and Phil Esposito added a late second as Chicago beats New York 2 1 to pull into a fourth place tie with the Rangers two points behind the early leaders. Vic Hadfield scored for the Rangers in the final period.
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Fire at Laurel Race Track Kills Eighteen Horses
A large blaze at Laurel Race Track in Maryland destroyed at least 28 Thoroughbreds and a barn. Ten fire companies fought the fire, officials said they were probing possible arson. Six men were in the building before the 10 p.m. EST blaze. all accounted for. The Washington DC International race, worth 150000 dollars, was not affected. Renowned foreign horses and Kelso were in residence or arriving for the event.
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Bill Casper Wins Almaden Golf Meet after 93 holes
In San Jose California Bill Casper defeated Pete Brown after a 93 hole playoff to win the Almaden Open golf championship worth 25 000 dollars Casper praised the long final and claimed he played 21 holes of the best golf of his life hitting all 21 greens in regulation or better
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Whitey Ford to undergo shoulder surgery in Houston
New York pitcher Whitey Ford, 36, will have surgery in Houston for an arterial blockage in his left shoulder. He said he might not pitch again and emphasized the decision was for his own general good. Ford has been praised by Casey Stengel Ralph Houk and Yogi Berra for his honesty and dedication.
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Arm Reattached After Dryer Mishap At OSU
Oklahoma State center Bob Swaffar, 6 foot 9, from Tulsa, had his arm severed by a clothes dryer. After a six hour operation at University Hospital in Oklahoma City, doctors said he is in very satisfactory condition with a fair chance of regaining the arm, though weeks may pass before certainty.
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