Pony-Colt Benefit Draws Heavy Support in Ukiah
Ukiah hosted the annual Pony-Colt League Benefit organized by Paul Jack netting about $600 for Pony-Colt Baseball for ages 13-16. Merchants and civic leaders donated tickets and goods while candidates helped umpire and attend, as area teams prepare for upcoming all star and area tournaments.
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Padres topple Giants as Kirby edges Marichal in San Diego
San Diego Padres beat San Francisco 6-2 behind Clay Kirby who won his third straight decision. Dave Campbell drove in three with a basesloaded double, Ed Spiezio hit his third homer, and Juan Marichal struggled after a strong start as the Dodgers pulled 5 1/2 games back in the NL West. Gallant effort from Willie McCovey still sees him on the disabled list.
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Accident kills jockey at Caliente track in Mexico
Alfonso Munoz, 21, Caliente’s riding champion, died from injuries suffered Sunday while riding at the border track. He underwent brain surgery at Del Prado Clinic in Tijuana and never regained consciousness after a race incident when May Net swerved near the 3-8 pole. The filly was put down after breaking a foreleg.
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Gorman shocks Laver at Wimbledon in straight sets
Tom Gorman of Seattle upset Rod Laver 9-7 8-6 6-3 on opening day at the 85th Wimbledon Championships. Stan Smith, eyeing a Davis Cup run, beat Onny Parun to reach the semifinals and commented on Gorman after Laver’s defeat. Davis Cup coach Dennis Ralston assisted Gorman in planning Laver’s downfall.
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Fingers Too Valuable as Saver for As
Oakland reliever Rollie Fingers thriving in the 1971 season shift as a stopper. He earned his fifth save in a 6-4 win over the Twins, extending a 20-inning scoreless streak across eight appearances. Fingers notes better control and a downed ball as a reliever, noting his limited warmups suit him. Chuck Dobson earned the win, while Campaneris and Rudi added key hits. Blyleven took the loss as Vida Blue looms for Oakland’s bid to keep the division lead.
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McLain Seeks Fresh Markes for Washington Nine
Washington pitcher Denny McLain, linked to Cy Young and other Hall of Famers, pursues dubious records held by Bennie Daniels, John Townsend, and Bob Groom as the Senators endure a brutal season. Despite a 4-14 start and nine straight losses, the 27-year-old remains buoyant, noting he has four more wins than last year at this time after a midseason trade from Detroit.
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