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Newspaper
Ukiah Daily Journal
Location
Ukiah, California, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1969
Page
3
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United Press International notes Gayle Sayers suffers torn ligaments and cartilage in the right knee against the San Francisco Forty-Niners ending his season. The Bears struggle at quarterback as San Francisco relies on John Brodie and Steve Spurrier. NFL standings include Dallas and Minnesota led by division titles, with key matchups and injuries shaping the week’s outlook.
Oklahoma star Steve Owens leads the West roster for the Shrine Classic on December 27, with teammates including Bob Anderson, Greg Jones, Art Malone, Ron Gardin, and George Farmer. Stanford coach John Ralston will run the unit, aided by top pass targets Dennis Shin and Steve Ramsey.
United Press International reports on Joe Namath hosting a late night show appearance with Bake Turner while the Jets chase a critical win against the Oilers to secure a second straight Eastern Division title. Oakland Cincinnati Kansas City Buffalo Boston San Diego picks are noted along with division-clinching implications.
Ukiah Recreation Department launches a Saturday morning 7th and 8th grade recreational basketball league in the greater Ukiah area. Signups are Saturday Dec 6 from 10 am to noon at Pomolita Gym, with tryouts afterward. Fred Sten will coordinate. call 462 6152 for details.
Potter Valley's Fred Austin of Humboldt State earned a first string defensive tackle spot and Ukiah's Dan Hook, also of Humboldt, was named at middle linebacker on the United Press International Little All-Coast Football team. The 22-man squad includes eight juniors and a sophomore. Austin acted as nose guard and Hook as middle linebacker for the Lumberjacks.
Eager anglers are reminded the Van Arsdale Dam waters in Potter Valley are closed to fishing from 250 feet above the dam to 3,000 feet below. The restriction, posted with redwood signs by Parlin personnel, protects fish ladders and surrounding areas.
A satirical look at Hollywood's love affair with boxing fighters and show business idols. It traces actors fascination with welterweight champions, famed gangsters like Bugsy Siegel, and the unlikely marriage of Jolson, Armstrong, and Hedgemon Lewis. The piece riffs on retakes, casting, and the mythic battle between art, money, and the prizefighter as an animal.
Don Scotto announced a final hunter safety class will be held Saturday at the Ukiah Rifle and Pistol Club range off Vichy Springs Road starting at 8 30 a m. Girls and boys aged 12 to 18 are urged to attend to obtain the completion certificate needed before they may secure hunting licenses.
Officials report more than 9,000 pedestrians die in motor vehicle crashes each year across the nation, highlighting safety concerns and the need for stronger prevention measures.
Ukiah Rifle and Pistol Club hosts a turkey shoot Sunday at Vichy Springs Road range. Competitors trial rifle, trap, and running-deer relays for prizes including turkey, ham, bacon, coffee, and chickens.
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