Harness Writers dinner salutes 1971 awards in Saratoga
The Saratoga Chapter of the United States Harness Writers hosts its 18th annual awards dinner at the Canfield Casino in Congress Park. Top nominees include Hal Speedster Luscious Newport and Nifty Nelse for 1971 best horse, with Earl Laviano Billy Wells and Howard Parker as Horseman of the Year candidates. Over 300 expected. public welcome with open bar and family style dinner. tickets available at the track PR office or at the door. Ken Echard of The Record Newspapers chairs the committee. Floyd Laurenty bowls in two Schenectady Elks leagues and recalls starting in 1925. Brad Molloy urged to take lessons from Floyd.
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Schenectady
Deke Pillsworth Remembered For Youth Sports In South End
William Deke Pillsworth a devoted community sportsman from the South End died last week. He coached youth at St. Lawrence and St. Mary's parishes in football basketball and baseball. He played baseball with the Cardinal Club and led the Whelan softball team to the city championship. He will be missed.
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Smith Sparks U.S. in Davis Cup Debut Win over Nastase
Stan Smith, the Pasadena star and 1970 U.S. Open champion, overwhelmed Ilie Nastase 7 5 6 3 6 1 to give the United States a 1 0 lead over Romania in the Davis Cup challenge round. Frank Froehling's dramatic comeback against Ion Tiriac ended at dusk with the score 3 6 6 1 6 3 6 6 as darkness halted play.
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New England Activates Duo For Jets
The New England Patriots activated veteran safety Don Webb and rookie defensive end Art May for the game against the New York Jets at Schaefer Stadium. Antwine was placed on the move list with waivers sought for Phil Clark, while Julius Adams steps in as Antwine’s replacement. Webb and Scott reunite after sidelining since the opener versus Oakland.
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Obrecht Defends World Roller Title in Barcelona
Michael Obrecht of West Germany retained his men's singles title at the World Roller Skating Championships in Barcelona Friday. Willy Body of the United States finished second in the event.
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Texas Oklahoma Top College Grid Clash Looms in Cotton Bowl
Third ranked Texas meets eighth ranked Oklahoma in the Cotton Bowl at Dallas as both teams bring high powered offenses. Oklahoma ranks second in total and rushing offense and third in scoring while Texas sits fourth in rushing and sixth in points allowed.
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Steelers Browns clash for Central division lead
Central Division showdown pits the Pittsburgh Steelers against the Cleveland Browns as both teams share the top spot. The game determine sole possession of the lead while Washington holds an unbeaten record in the conference. Other games include Houston at Washington and Green Bay matchups.
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Mel Farr
Norm Bulaich
Mike Curtis
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Nicklaus Faces Player In Piccadilly Final Showdown
In Virginia Water England Jack Nicklaus and Gary Player advanced to the Piccadilly world match play final. Nicklaus defeated Neil Coles 7 and 5 in a 36 hole semifinal to seek his second straight title at Wentworth. Player, a three time winner, also won his semifinal to reach the final.
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New Zealand
Bob Charles
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London
Coles
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Columbus
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Charles
Eagles
Andretti Released From STP Race Team
Mario Andretti, 31, was released from Andy Granatelli's STP racing team effective in 1972 after a difficult season. He will race the final USAC event for STP in Phoenix on Oct 23 and is expected to join Ferrari for the 1972 Indy 500 and Grand Prix racing.
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Savoir Captures Futurity in Straight Heats at Lexington
Allwood Stables' Savoir, son of Stars Pride, dominated seven rivals to win the 76th Kentucky Futurity at Lexington Trots in straight heats racing times of 1:58 1 5 and a second heat faster by a fifth of a second. Hoot Speed and Keystone Hillard followed, with strong challenge from Castleton Farm's Hoot Speed in the second heat.
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Pownal Harness Racing Results Full Card
Pownal card lists multiple races with winners and payouts. Notable outcomes include Ist-1600 el three and up won by Sosa aboard Ark with 1 01.1 time, 2nd 1600 mda won by Baa Baa, 3rd Flag Down leading Master Willie, and a Late Daily Double paying 191.80. Attendance 2026. Handle 159092.
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Bruins Hawks Selected As Titlists
The Hockey News picks the Boston Bruins and Chicago Black Hawks to repeat as NHL division champions in its weekly poll of writers and broadcasters. Forecasted order places Boston ahead of Montreal and New York in the East, and Chicago ahead of Minnesota and St. Louis in the West.
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Black Hawks assign Maloney and Foley to Dallas affiliate
Chicago forward Dan Maloney and defenseman Rick Foley were assigned by the Black Hawks to their Dallas affiliate in the Central League on Friday.
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Vliet Jayvee Soccer Team Wins Twice
The Watervliet JV soccer team beat Averill Park 3-1 with goals by Craig Matthews Rich Cerri and Paul Dressel. It followed a 1-0 win over Waterford on Dave Salmon’s goal, marking their second straight victory.
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CCHS-LSI Grid Clash Sunday Spectacular
Catholic Central faces La Salle Institute in a key Diocesan League showdown at Notre Dame Field Sunday at 2 p.m. The Crusaders seek a win to tighten the race while La Salle must win to stay in contention with two tough games to come.
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Troy Booters Edge Hoosic Valley 3 2
Troy High defeats Hoosic Valley 3 2 in a non league soccer match. Elias Nagash Wayne Brett and George Davis scored for Troy while John and Matt Denio replied for Hoosic Valley. Troy moves to 6 3 while Hoosic Valley sits at 6 2.
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Toronto businessman bids to buy San Diego Padres
R How ard Webster chairman of The Toronto Globe and Mail says he has submitted a bid to purchase the San Diego Padres of the National League. If accepted Toronto could join Montreal as the second Canadian city with a major league team. Webster expects a response from San Diego director C Arnholt Smith next week and says he may need help later if the bid succeeds.
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Sedefian Leads Vliet With Four Goals in 5-1 Win
Greg Sedefian scored four goals to lift Water Vliet to a 5-1 victory over Averill Park in a non league game Friday. John DiBiase added a goal for the Casnoneers and Pete Kellam scored for the Warriors.
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