Browns blank Oilers as Nelson shines in 31-0 win
Cleveland dominates Houston 31-0 in a preseason showcase led by Bill Nelson who threw for 254 yards and one TD and directed three long scoring drives. The defense intercepted Oilers five times and held Houston to minimal yardage, signaling strong form for the regular season.
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Browns defense carries win over Oilers 31 0
Browns overpower Houston in a 31 0 AFC opener as Johnson admits being flat. The defense, led by Nick Skorich and Richie McCabe, intercepts five passes with big plays from Walt Sumner, Clarence Scott, Joe Jones, and Jack Gregory. Houston shifts to Lynn Dickey late. Wilkes 400 postponed.
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Keystone honors top players after 31 8 win over Brookside
Halfback Bob Hyatt led the effort with 156 rushing yards on 15 carries, three touchdowns, and an extra point. Jony Monday added 135 yards on 11 carries with a 70-yard TD run and strong blocking. Jeff Kidder and Dennis Eppley anchored the defense as Keystone moved to 2 0 in Inland Conference play with a visit to South Amherst Friday.
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Elyria Catholic to Show Football Film, 20-6 Win
The health room at Elyria Catholic will screen footage of the Panthers 20 to 6 win over Midview tomorrow night at 7 30. Head coach Tom McCartney will narrate the film, with access for Panther Club members and the public.
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Dodgers sweep doubleheader and tighten NL West race
Al Downing pitched a three hitter and Don Sutton finished with a six-hitter as the Dodgers swept the Braves 12-0 and 4-0, narrowing the Giants’ lead to 1½ games. Willie Davis and Willie Crawford sparked the attack with key hits and a dramatic steal of home. The Dodgers’ 19 hits in the finale marked their season high, while San Francisco, St. Louis, and St. Louis’ Carlton kept pressure on the pennant chase.
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Pennant at a Glance National League and American League standings
National League leaders San Francisco and Los Angeles show tight race with September schedule notes across both teams and away games. American League West shows Baltimore and Detroit mix with key series at home and on the road through late September.
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