Brundage Warns of Politics, Pride in Amateur Sports
Will Grimsley notes Avery Brundage argues big international events risk becoming tools of national aggrandizement. The Pan Am and Olympic contexts show nationalism, espionage, and point-shaving allegations, with past games marked by controversy and the struggle of individual athletes amid flags and medals.
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Little Giant meet opens at multiple sites
The Little Giant baseball tournament for boys ages 12 to 13, sponsored by the Easter Seal Society, began Monday at several sites. First round scores included Carrier Mills 6 over Ruma 4 and Murphysboro 10 over Christopher Ramsey 7 among others with several teams advancing and a 6 p.m. start for the Murphysboro at Carrier Mills game plus 7:30 p.m. starts for remaining matches.
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Illinois Announces Special Teal Season Schedule
Illinois sets a special teal season for blue winged, green winged and cinnamon teal from September 18 to 26 with daily hunting hours 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Central Daylight Time. The daily limit is four teal and an eight bird possession limit after day one, with four on day one. hunters need a valid Illinois hunting license and, for 16 or older, a 1971 federal waterfowl stamp.
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Gopher hurler tops Big Ten in ERA and strikeouts
Minnesota pitcher Dave Winfield fanned 52 batters over 34 innings this season, leading the Big Ten with a 1.59 ERA.
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Tarkenton Quits Giants Over Contract Dispute
Giants quarterback Fran Tarkenton leaves the club and returns to Atlanta after failing to reach a contract agreement with owner Wellington Mara. Tarkenton says he could not play without a contract, citing a high six figure loan as the main obstacle. He insists he is not retiring and may return before the season.
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Hayes Sees Desert Wind as Hambletonian Race Looms
Bill Hayes flies to the Meadows to watch Desert Wind in a three year old filly stake and weighs Hambletonian options as Du Quoin hosts the classic on September 1. Tarkenton’s Giants fall 35 6 to the Oilers while the Eagles edge the Raiders 25 24 in other pre season action.
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Ladies Day at Jackson CC Draws 168 Women In One Day Event
A 168 woman field competes Wednesday at Jackson Country Club in a one day 18 hole event with all Southern Illinois Golf Assn member clubs. Medalist and handicap winner from each club receive prizes along with overall leaders. Edie Kunce chairs the Jackson ladies group praised by host pro Dennis Pankey for organizing the tournament. Shotgun start splits play across 18 holes with a noon 90 minute lunch break.
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McMillen Repeats Win at Greenbriar Raceway
Gregg McMillen won the 125cc heat at Greenbriar Raceway East of Carbondale after scoring 1200 points in his class, matching his July 25 record. Lee Elder led the 100cc class with 1200 points, while Peter Reilly won the 125cc on a Yamaha and Joe Gilmour Jr. topped the open class on a Yamaha. The next Moto-cross is set for August 22 at 1 p.m.
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Carterville
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Carlyle wins Legion title after 13 inning victory
Carlyle defeated Highland 84 in 13 innings at Grayville Monday night to capture the Fifth Division American Legion baseball championship. Carlyle advances to the state finals at Danville this weekend. Gov Ogilvie signed bills allowing active duty military personnel to hunt and fish without a license during leave and reduced senior hunting licenses to 1 for residents 65 and over. The senior license reduction brings hunting and fishing access to 1.50 per year. Wightman Cup women’s tennis matches England versus United States will be in Cleveland August 21 through 23.
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Trevino Undergoes Emergency Appendectomy in New Mexico
Golfer Lee Trevino was reported in good condition after an emergency appendectomy at St. Anne's Hospital in Truth or Consequences. He was stricken after a clinic in Socorro ahead of the New Mexico Junior PGA Tournament. Trevino earned $197,219 this year and held major Open titles.
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Unusual Five Son Shot Rounds At Jackson Country Club
A five player group at Jackson Country Club produced an almost impossible round with 19 birdies and 26 pars. Diedrick shot a near record 30 to miss a 29 by a knee knocking putt on 18. Glenn topped the group with 34 while Stevens, Wilkinson, Heckel, and Diedrick shared high and mid scores.
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Carterville
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Davis runs, saves Dodgers as they edge Cards 6 5
Dodgers beat the St. Louis Cardinals 6 5 behind Willie Davis who stole, doubled and made key fielding plays while fending off two base running mistakes. Davis and Julian Javier sparked late Dodger scoring. Ted Simmons and Beauchamp aided Cardinals rally. Ex Dodger Sizemore homered for the Cards.
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