Great White Hope Boxer Jess Willard Dies at 86
Los Angeles boxing legend Jess Willard known as The Great White Hope for Johnson era title fights died at 86 in Pacoima Memorial Lutheran Hospital after heart attack treatment. He survived by wife Hattie and two sons, with funeral plans pending. Willard won the heavyweight crown in 1915 by defeating Jack Johnson in Havana, later losing to Jack Dempsey in 1919 amid controversy.
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Cann Tops President's Cup at Oro Valley Club
Bill Cann shot a net 138 to win the President's Cup Golf Tournament at Oro Valley Country Club on Saturday. Larry Hammond took second with 189. Gayle Madison posted the low gross of 148. Al Baker aced the 65 yard par three 15th hole on El Rio with a five iron.
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Texas A&I Troy State Bowl Game Score Details
Texas A&I and Troy State clash in a bowl game with mixed yardage totals. Troy State builds early drive success while Texas A&I faces multiple downs and scoring plays including passes from Byrd and Douglas, with several kicks and a safety noted in the chaotic scoring sequence.
Graebner Vows To Prove Davis Cup Credentials
Clark Graebner expressed determination to rejoin the United States Davis Cup squad as an appeal looms after he was omitted from the four man team to face Australia in Adelaide. He said he is fit and will compete for a berth before the five day deadline that allows one roster change.
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Brunenkant Pass Kick Bid Falters
Barry Brunenkant, 8, of Tucson, failed to reach the national Punt Fass and Kick finals during halftime of the Falcons vs 49ers game in Atlanta. He placed third in the Western Championships with 117 points in frigid 7 degree weather.
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Freshmen Wildcats Edge UA In Flagstaff Thriller
NAU freshman Wall Mannon scored 23 points and grabbed 20 rebounds to lead Northern Arizona University to a 72-65 victory over Arizona freshmen. Charles McKee added 20 for the UA squad, with James Barnes and Tom Lawson also reaching double figures.
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NFL Week Highlights From 1969 Showdowns Across Stadiums
San Francisco beat Atlanta 28 7 led by Brodie 13 27 1 206 yards passing Willard 69 rushing 14 60 and Crow 3 54 receiving. Dallas defeated New York 28 10 as Perkins 12 64 and Garrison 5 34 led rushing and Rentz 7 190 receiving. Washington topped Detroit 14 3 with Brunell 39 yard pass and Larson 2 run. Green Bay edged Chicago 28 27 with Dowler 6 182 receiving and Gordon 6 147. New Orleans beat Pittsburgh 24 14 as Parks 6 103 and Kilmer 17 34 0. Kansas City beat Denver 7 0 7 scoring via Stenerud 18 field goal and 35 yard rush. Ole.
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