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Newspaper

Raleigh Register

Location

Beckley, West Virginia, United States of America

Date

Sep 06, 1968

Page

4

Bengals and Chargers Open 9th AFL Season Tonight

STU CAMEN reports the AFL debut of the Cincinnati Bengals and San Diego Chargers, with the league showcasing its new season amid exhibition results. The Bengals, led by rookie QB Dewey Warren and coach Paul Brows, aim for early wins after a 2-3 exhibition finish, while San Diego seeks offensive improvement as the AFL opens with nationally televised contests and interleague play across the NFL slate.

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Major League Leaders and Park Racing Roundup

United Press International reports top National and American League leaders in batting and pitching totals, with McCovey Allen and Banks leading in home runs. Yellowstone Park notes and several horse racing results from Aqueduct Atlantic City Del Mar Arlington and Detroit complete the roundup.

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College Football Size-Up Promises Fast Offense for 1968

In Salt Lake City the Arizona State Sun Devils led by coach Frank Kush return 28 lettermen, aiming to build on an 82 season with top passers Ed Roseborough and a fast attack. Wyoming and Utah teams boast veterans, while Montana State and Montana dispute conference supremacy in a youthful Big Sky.

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Amateur Te nnis Stars Lead U S Open Semis

In Forest Hills amateurs Ashe and Okker reach the 1968 U S Open semifinals with two more pro contenders still alive. Graebner seeks a chance to join them as Newcombe battles Rogeal in quarterfinals while King Bueno Wade and others advance in women’s singles. Street name changes noted from Civil War era in Mobile.

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Mountaineers Preview in Carlen era at West Virginia

Morgantown reports coach Jim Carlen previews West Virginia football 1968 season. He notes a faster, more experienced lineup with 23 lettermen, tests against Pitt and Penn State, and evaluation of foes Richmond Pitt Penn State Virginia Tech Kentucky Syracuse and more as the Mountaineers pursue an improved record.

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Richie Allen and Gene Mauch clash over Montreal move

In a candid exchange, former Phillies manager Gene Mauch discusses Richie Allen and his role in Montreal’s expansion, noting Allen’s influence on Mauch’s career, the upcoming 1961 expansion draft, and the challenge of building a new club from scratch amid language and league pressure.

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McLain Seeks 28th Victory in Tigers Night Start

McLain aims for his 28th win as Detroit visits Minnesota in a key late season showdown. The veteran right-hander has logged strong rest days and continued pitching through a shoulder issue while Detroit presses toward the pennant. Other AL and NL matchups include Chicago at Washington, New York at Philadelphia, and Baltimore hosting Detroit in a busy day’s slate.

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Pirates Recall Twelve Players From Farm Teams

The Pirates recalled 12 players from four minor league clubs in a move to protect prospects for the winter draft. Names include Gene Garber Dint Shellantack Dave Wickershans Manny Sanguillen Dick Hebner Chuck Miller Al Oliver Barry Killingsworth Dave Cash Dave Arrington Den Ines Malseed. The team resumes play hosting the Mets with Steve Blass facing Jim Nevers.

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