Raiders Chiefs duel for AFC West title in Kansas City
Oakland Raiders meet the Kansas City Chiefs in a pivotal 13th game to decide the AFC Western Division, with broadcast plans on NBC and KLIL Radio. The Chiefs hold an 8-3-1 record, led by Len Dawson, while the Raiders at 7-3-2 chase a fifth straight division crown. Other playoff contenders include the Dolphins and Colts. the game at Municipal Stadium draws a 52,000 crowd and a national telecast.
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Field Position Key in Raiders Chiefs Showdown
Oakland coach John Madden says field position will decide Sundays game against Kansas City. He warns if the Chiefs reach the 50 yard line they can rely on first downs and Jan Stenerud for a field goal. Nemiah Wilson will shadow Otus Taylor in a key matchup as the Raiders seek a win after two losses. Frank Gifford posts a club record with touchdowns in 10 straight Giants games.
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Cable Car Classic opens with South Carolina at USF
Three unbeaten teams including eighth ranked South Carolina meet San Francisco California in the Cable Car Classic at the Civic Auditorium. South Carolina features two All American candidates Tom Tiker and Kevin Joyce, but USF coach Bob Gaillard warns they may struggle against Santa Clara, the Broncos likely the most physical opponent the Gamecocks face this year.
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Ukiah Matmen Beat Clear Lake In Home Opener
Ukiah varsity and junior varsity wrestling opened at Chessall Gym against Clear Lake of Lakeport. Varsity, led by coach Jerry Aikman, posted a 37-21 win with multiple pins and decisions, led by Danny Burton 138 and Tom Burke heavyweight. Jayvees face Fort Bragg after NBLL tourney success. several Ukiah wrestlers contributed wins or losses in a mixed performance.
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Babe Ruth tops all time in RBIs and walks
Babe Ruth remains the only major league player to drive in over 2000 runs and holds the highest lifetime home run percentage. Ted Williams and Ruth each surpassed 2000 bases on balls in their careers, noting Ruth played for Boston and New York clubs across leagues.
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Washington Confident Ahead of Falcons Rematch at Candlestick
San Francisco wide receiver Gene Washington says he can beat Atlanta's top pass defense as the 49ers prepare for Sunday at Candlestick Park. Rookie Tom Hayes, who intercepted two passes in last season's opener, will cover Washington again as both teams chase the NFC West title or a strong runner-up spot.
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Three cage winners in Anderson Valley Invitational
South Fork beat California School for the Deaf 65 47 as Bill Reagan tallied 14 and Lee Thomas 16. Anderson Valley edged Geyserville 66 63 with Gary Waggoner 25 and Chris Rossi 15 aiding Boonville offset Sol Franco 19 and George Banda 11. St Vincent's routed Mendocino 71 58 with Bob Vyenido 23 and Don Tocchini 14. tourney continues with multiple sessions.
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Van Brocklin Targets Falcons Playoff Run at 49ers
Atlanta coach Van Brocklin carries a 10-3-1 mark against San Francisco into a clash with the 49ers who sit 6-5-1 in the NFL West. He aims season finales over SF and New Orleans to clinch a playoff berth while the Falcons face a weakened San Francisco secondary and a potential return of Bob Berry and Brandy Marshall.
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Byzantine Emperor Basil II Bulgar Slayer Title Origin
United Press International notes Basil II earned his Bulgaroctonus nickname during 996 to 1014 wars with Bulgaria. It recalls the claim he blinded 15,000 prisoners, sparing one man in a hundred to lead them to the tsar, who reportedly fainted and died two days later.
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