Giants Split See Giants Drop to Second in NL Race
The Giants lost the opener 10-6 despite a four-homer attack but won the nightcap 7-5 after blowing a four-run lead. The split put San Francisco four percentage points behind idle Pittsburgh, while the Dodgers fell to third after losing to Atlanta. Marichal missed his start with an ankle injury. Sadecki, Herbel, and Priddy struggled on the mound as Cincinnati and Atlanta's hitters supported late. Leo Mazzone’s six-run frame, Menke’s clutch hits, and Fairly’s two homers highlighted the action amid a tight NL pennant chase.
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Strangler Lewis rises, falls as boxing world recalls famed wrestler
Ed Lewis known as The Strangler, a five time world wrestling champion, died at 76 in Muskogee Oklahoma. He earned and lost about 3 million dollars over 44 years, claiming to have left the box office worth 15 million.
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Clarke weighs quitting track after losses at Empire Games
Jamalica story notes Ron Clarke mulls retirement after consecutive defeats at the British and Empire Commonwealth Games. Keino of Kenya beat Clarke by 10 yards in the 6 mile event with a time of 12:57.4, prompting talk of returning home for training. Meanwhile Australian swimmers set three world records including the 440 yard relay and the 440 yard individual medley as Kathy Wainwright also posted a world time in the 440 yard freestyle heat.
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Charlemagne Chose Aachen as Empire’s Second City
Charlemagne, crowned first emperor of the Holy Roman Empire in 800, chose Aachen as his residence and made it the empire’s second city after Rome. After his death, 32 emperors were crowned in Aachen.
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Baseball Standings By United Press International
United Press International presents the latest baseball standings, detailing team rankings, win-loss records, and situational notes across leagues. Key clubs lead with strong openers, while challengers press for position as the season progresses.
Sign Contract With Raiders Returns Two Stars
SANTA ROSA UPI reports Art Powell and Clemon Daniels signed new contracts with the Oakland Raiders ending a holdout. The duo rejoined camp as the AFL season nears, after reporting then walking out amid dispute. Both receive raised pay though exact terms were not disclosed. Powell had 52 catches for 800 yards and Daniels 36 for 568 yards last season. Daniels led the team with 834 rushing yards on 219 attempts.
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Ukiah and Healdsburg Men Golf Clubs Split Home Match
Sethae reports the 21st Healdsburg Mens Golf Club defeated Ukiah Mens Golf Club in a home and away series on Ukiah course. Next event is the August 21 father son tournament originated by Win Howe Jr. with trophies for the winning pair. Twilight League standings show Drillers and Vietnam Material leading their divisions. several teams hold mid pack positions.
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Record Breakers Shine in Gulfstream Handicap Triumph
Coaltown and Round Table cracked the two minute mark to win Gulfstream Park Handicap earning $100,000. They tied the track record pace of 1:59 4-5 for 1 1/16 miles on the Hallandale oval.
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Colusa Ukiah Tennis Teams Battle Ends Even
Colusa and Ukiah tennis clubs clash at Deerwood Racquet Club with five wins each after a Sunday lineup. George Hunter defeats Re Wescott 8 3 and Dave Strong beats Garland Sivley 8 4 in men singles, plus doubles and mixed results across the day.
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Reds Commit Seventeen Errors in 1900 Doubleheader
The Cincinnati Reds fielded poorly in a doubleheader against the Brooklyn Dodgers, committing 17 errors across the two games in 1900. Dodgers capitalized on miscues, securing wins and shaping early standings in the season.
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