Packers Triumph Over Rams For Western Conference Title
Green Bay defeated Los Angeles 28 to 7 in 20 degree cold to clinch the NFL Western Conference. Bart Starr protected well as Travis Williams scored twice and Henry Jordan harassed Roman Gabriel. Jordan Davis Nitschke and Gale Gillingham anchored a stout defense that held the Rams to one touchdown.
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Packers Beat Rams In Western Conference Playoff
Green Bay won 28 to Los Angeles to claim a third straight Western Conference title. Vince Lombardi praised the Packers as the better team and noted the game was a great challenge in a season with few real tests.
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Dallas Meets Cleveland in Eastern Division Playoff
Dallas Cowboys visit the Cleveland Browns for the Eastern Conference championship playoff at the Cotton Bowl. Both teams finished 9-5 and have had uneven seasons. Dallas boasts a strong defense, while Cleveland relies on Leroy Kelly and Ernie Green in the ground game. Meredith and Ryan contend with injuries as the Cowboys seek revenge after last year’s near miss.
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Namath Aims To Top AFL Passing Record With Jets
Joe Namath plans to lead the New York Jets in the final AFL game at San Diego aiming to become the league’s top passer this season. He trails Babe Parilli’s 1964 mark but would surpass Sonny Jurgensen if he gains 64 yards. Namath plays with a fractured right cheekbone mask in place after last Sunday’s hit.
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Elimination races planned for 1970 America's Cup challenge
An unprecedented elimination series involving Australia England France and Greece is planned to decide the next challenger to the United States in the 1970 America's Cup. The Royal Sydney Yacht Squadron has accepted a challenge, with preliminary races off Newport Rhode Island and an international panel of judges to run the process.
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Pro footballs giants sketched in editorial portrait
Russell Baker profiles three star players in the Pro Football League, focusing on Webley Skrupskus the Biloxi Canners defensive tackle, Billy Bob Bart of the Yuma Hoop Snakes, and Herm Piano of the Medicine Hat Barbarians. The piece blends bravado with surprising personal detail.
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Cowboys plan new stadium in Irving by 1970
The Dallas Cowboys will move from the Cotton Bowl to Irving by 1970. Owner Clint Murchison Jr announced a $15 million stadium to be funded by fan subscribed revenue bonds. The project would start in the spring and the new venue will seat 58 000.
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