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Newspaper
Troy Record
Location
Troy, New York, United States of America
Date
Apr 21, 1967
Page
12
Heavyweight champion Cassius Clay warned of possible imprisonment for avoiding a news conference on the draft and army entry as the world boxing association weighs his title status ahead of the planned April 28 bout in Houston. The Induction ceremony is pending further decision.
Washington AP reports Cassius Clay 25 will face induction April 26 in Houston after vowing not to wear a military uniform or take a noncombatant role. A Justice official outlined possible steps toward prosecution, with maximum penalties of five years in prison and a $10,000 fine if convicted. The heavyweight champion defended his stance as a religious and racial protest, and pledged to appeal through the Supreme Court as his home city of Louisville condemns housing inequality.
Ed McCarty a 150 pound junior southpaw from Medford Mass pitched a no hitter for Northeastern in an 8-0 victory over Boston University. He struck out seven and walked three.
Pawtucket Rhode Island AP reports groundskeepers at McCoy Stadium found the home plate ripped away. A 60 pound white marker with a black edge was removed from its mooring spikes, leaving a gaping hole. The loss, valued at about 50 dollars, matters to local Indians fans.
Montreal defeats Toronto 6 to 2 to seal the best of seven Stanley Cup final series, taking a 1 to 0 lead in the championship matchup. Toronto falls behind as Montreal dominates with rapid scoring and solid defense.
Races feature Isi-trot and pace divisions with times around 2:07 to 2:15. Winners include Dayona's Diamond and Starlight Hat, with multiple placers such as Rob's Girl and Wyson D. Scratched entries noted. attendance 2,618 and handle 142,454.
The All-Troy AC of the Troy City Softball League and Mario's Theater and Restaurant of the Watervliet Night Softball League will hold a combined practice at Knickerbocker Playground tomorrow at 2 p.m. Members from last year's teams and interested parties are invited to try out for this year's roster.
New York Mets second baseman Jerry Buchek was hit on the left elbow by a pitch in yesterday's game with the Chicago Cubs and X rays were negative showing only bruises. He may miss today's game against Philadelphia and Wes Westrum would likely start Chuck Hiller at second against Jim Bunning if Buchek is unavailable.
A lengthy list of race entries and eligible horses across multiple pace and trot events. Names include Duke McKlye, June Sed-Trot, Texas Star, Vic Danla Der, Prince Arthur, Jamie's Dilly, Swamp Rent, Bay State, and many others with stakes noted in dollars and pounds.
A list of drivers and horses in the Green Mountain mile race shows entrants such as Miss Roseanne, Frisky Jon, Hoy No Driver, and Lucky Sapphire with entries like Prince H Ward and Strider Dickie. The field includes multiple eliminations and driver changes, with prize money noted at $350 for Ind Pace and various partnerships and shuffles among teams and horses.
New York AP reports designer Teddy Tinling unveils vivid tennis apparel aimed at attracting youth, featuring red tights, lace, and color blocks. He recalls past provocations while promising functional, eye catching gear that moves beyond white attire and sells the sport to a younger crowd.
Sunday will be Announce ment Day at the Spring Little League Field at 1 30 p.m. Al Kowalski, president, said all players including 10 year olds and those already on a major league team must be present at the field.
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