Art Modell backs AFL move amid health scare and NFL clash
Cleveland Browns owner Art Modell, hospitalized with a bleeding ulcer, announces his shift to the American Football League stance after talks with Pete Rozelle and Rooney. He cites pro football interests and confirms no personal money sought for his move as rival teams seek balance and new venues prepare.
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Browns Split Conferences Create Two 13-Team Leagues
Pro football owners finalizing a plan to form two 13 team conferences by moving Baltimore Cleveland and Pittsburgh to the American Conference and placing the remaining 13 teams in the National Conference. divisions yet to be decided with June meeting anticipated to be lengthy. Rozelle ends session and prepares 1970 TV package with CBS NBC distributing conference games.
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Tragedy and controversy in Wolverine Trans Am race
Parnelli Jones, 35, credited four hours after a fatal crash killed Durward Fletcher, as SCCA officials retraced timing charts citing a three-lap oversight. Donohue had appeared winner initially. prize money totaled 5000 for Jones and 3500 for Donohue amid the four hour event at Michigan International Speedway.
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Indians West Trip Hopes Brighter After White Sox Loss
Cleveland manager Alvin Dark plans a western swing starting Tuesday to face the Kansas City Royals after a 7-5 defeat to Chicago. Luis Tiant pitched seven innings in a strong start but four eighth inning runs doomed the Indians to their 21st loss in 25 games as Stan Williams relieved Pizarro.
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Alomar Sparks Cubs Rally As May Drives In Three
Sandy Alomar leads off for Chicago and hits a go ahead double, Carlos May adds a two run homer and three RBIs as May increases his season total to 20. Cleveland ties the game on Ramon, Ray Fosse contributes an RBI single, but Alomar's speed and leadership spark Chicago to a string of wins.
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Decathlon Entry Blanks Outlined for Elyria Jaycees Meet
Lorain County coaches can obtain entry blanks for the 5th Annual Chronicle Telegram Elyria Jaycees Decathlon. Entry deadline is June 2 with the event scheduled June 4 and 6 at Elyria Catholic K of C Field. A $2 deposit and a photo needed. fees refunded after all ten events.
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Stewart wins Madrid Grand Prix in F2 race
Jackie Stewart of Scotland drives a Matrao to victory over Jean Pierre Baltrase of France in the Madrid Grand Prix. The result earns Stewart points toward the European Formula Two racing championship.
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Softball schedule features Eegg's Marathon vs United Polish Club
Softball notes report Eegg's Marathon and United Polish Club meeting tonight at 6 30 on West Park diamond 2 in slow pitch. Tomorrow Elg's Wall faces Casey's Drive In at Ely Stadium South field 6 30. Thursday Bernie's Restaurant plays at Ely Stadium South field in the fee isd.
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