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Newspaper
Raleigh Register
Location
Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1968
Page
12
Report notes multiple world records and Olympic hopefuls at the Olympic Stadium during Wednesday events. Highlights include rapid 400 meter action, a record pole vault sequence with top heights, and standout performances by UCLA athletes and international contenders shaping the track and field field ahead of the Games.
The Black Hawks rolled to their third straight victory by a 10-4 score over the Minnesota North Stars as Jin Yappin scored three goals and Pat Stapleton added one goal with four assists. Stapleton finished with five points, extending his season totals.
United Press International reports on NHL results with the Rangers defeating the Flyers as Canadiens and Maple Leafs win. Bruins stay unbeaten in a 2-1 victory, while the Minks and other teams post early season performances and scoring highlights across multiple games in Mexico City and Europe.
The United States men, led by Kansas star Jo Jo White with 24 points, defeated Yugoslavia 73 to 68 in Tokyo. Coach Hank Iba praised defense and team effort as the Americans prepared to resume round robin play against Spain.
Pomona athlete Seagren set a new pole vault record at the Tokyo Olympic trials era with a standout performance. The event featured rapid shifts in medals amid tense moments as competitors battled for second and third place, with officials later confirming the silver and bronze podium spots.
Paunny Fellow earned $50,000 stakes glory at Teelmont in a photo finish over Hart Card with Hraylin Baeza guiding the winner for Wheatley Stable. Gala Fellow, Incumbent and Yorkville also posted wins as Keeneland, Hawthorne and Garden State cards produced late leaders and close finishes. Montreal Expos move noted as front office switch.
Virginia Tech extended its Thursday workout in preparation for Friday's game with Miami Florida. Coach Claiborne cited extra effort due to the game costing an extra practice day. Quarterbacks Wayne Humphries and Schiahe threw well, while Al Kincaid showed shoulder improvement.
West and Southwest dominate major college football stats at midseason. Jerry Tevias of Southern Methodist leads receptions with 38 for 568 yards, while Bob Jacobs of Wyoming tops kick scoring with 36 points. Lance Alford of Texas Tech is atop punt returns with 33 for 274 yards. Arizona’s Rich Moriarty and Roanoke’s Bobby Halk appear in returns and captains.
Red Schoendienst signed a one year contract to manage the St. Louis Cardinals for 1969. He emphasized winning the pennant as the path to job security and noted the need for strong pitching. Schoendienst received a raise estimated near 50,000 dollars and stated the team must improve both starting and relief pitching to stay competitive.
In Mexico City Tommie Smith wins the men’s 200 meter dash in 19.8 seconds, a world mark, with John Carlos finishing third and both athletes later seen on the podium wearing black gloves in a protest. Bob Seagren clears 1 7 4 inches to win the pole vault, as U S athletes confront a day of dramatic Olympic action and national tensions unfold.
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