Hall of Fame welcomes Gibson Mize and Foster memory
The Hall of Fame inducted Bob Gibson Johnny Mize and honoring Andrew Rube Foster as fans booed outside the grounds. Commissioner Bowie Kuhn urged that the trauma of past conflicts would pass while highlighting Gibson and Mize as icons of modern pride in baseball history.
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Rube) Foster
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Reuschel Returns to Play as Yankees After Trade End
Rick Reuschel ended 50 days of limbo when the Yankees acquired him from the Cubs for Doug Bird. The Illinois native and right-hander, 32, reported to Yankee Stadium after a layoff forced by the baseball strike, joining a rotation led by lefties like Tommy John and Ron Guidry. Reuschel had struggled to stay ready, but showed potential with a nine strikeout performance in a June 10 win over the Giants.
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Wichita Wins Twice as Richardt Delivers in Doubleheader
Wichita's Mike Richardt drove in the deciding run in both ends of a 7-6 doubleheader sweep by the Aeros over Schattinger. The Iowa Oaks beat Springfield 1-0 while Indianapolis toppled Evansville 11-4. Denver split with Oklahoma City 89ers, winning 4-0 and losing 3-2.
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Clerc and Vilas Reach Volvo International Final
Argentina’s Jose-Luis Clerc defeated Ivan Lendl 6-7 6-4 6-4 to reach the Volvo International final in North Conway New Hampshire. Guillermo Vilas advanced with a 7-6 6-1 win over Eliot Teltscher to join him in the final.
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Bears place Hicks on waivers after skipped camp
Chicago Bears veteran linebacker Tom Hicks was placed on waivers after declining the team's latest contract offer and failing to report to training camp. Hicks has been absent since July 23, the day veterans reported, and the Bears will hold practices behind closed doors starting today.
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Herrin High announces athletics physicals schedule
Herrin High School lists required examinations for sophomores juniors and seniors with two days of sessions in the Special Education wing starting at 8 a.m. on August 12 and 13. Freshmen must obtain their own physicals before entering school. contact the principal at 942-6606 for details.
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