Marichal to Start for Giants Amid Holdout
Juan Marichal, the Giants' 100000-dollar ace, vows readiness after a 29 day holdout as manager Herman Franks names him starter against the Cubs in Scottsdale Ariz. Despite only two days in camp, Marichal cites past comebacks while Giants rely on strong spring form as they clinch a Cactus League pennant with a 4-1 win over Chicago and busy exhibitions unfold across the circuit.
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Celtics Ready to Battle the 76ers in East Final
Wayne Embry declared the Celtics are ready to face Wilt Chamberlain and the 76ers in the best-of-seven Eastern Division final after a semi final win. Embry, Don Nelson and Sam Jones starred, with Russell and Sanders in foul trouble, as Boston built a 90-79 third-quarter lead and held on for a 3-1 series win.
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Henry Clark defeats Eddie Machen for decision in California
California junior heavyweight champion Henry Clark, 22, outweighed Eddie Machen 210 to 199 and defeated him over 12 rounds at Memorial Auditorium Sacramento. No knockdowns. judges scored 8-1, 7-1, 9-1 for Clark. Machen, 34, announced retirement and plans to pursue another line of work after 50 pro wins.
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al Martinez
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London
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Pete Peterson
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Rick Barry's Giant Birthday Surprise Party
San Francisco news reports that Rick Barry, home from a night out, found 30 friends and the San Francisco Warriors waiting to surprise him at his Pacific Heights apartment for his 23rd birthday. Gifts included sweaters boxing gloves and hair spray with a basketball themed cake. The team prepared for a playoff showdown with St Louis and Hawks in the Western Division finals as preparations continued.
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Brent blends Irish bloodstock with California racing
George Brent a Galway native buys a prize foal at Golf's Bloodstock sales in Dublin and plans to send the animal to the United States. He also owns horses and a trainer in Ireland and is combining Irish stock with California racing plans.
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Dog Fight On for 2nd In NHE Race
Three NHL teams chase second place with Toronto Montreal and New York within a point of each other. Chicago has clinched first after a 7-2 win over Detroit, while Mikita set a 60th assist league record before sustaining a leg injury to Ravlich. New York hosts Detroit and Toronto visits Montreal in key clashes.
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Gymnastics And Tumbling Class Starts Saturday
Ukiah Recreation Department sponsors six beginner level gymnastics and tumbling classes for grades 1-6. Saturday mornings at Pomolita gym with separate 9:30 10:30 and 10:40 11:40 sessions. First class April 1. Registration of $2 at 9 am April 1, limit 140 participants. Bring own uniforms and shoes. Instructor Mary Roby. Call David Strong at 462 6152 for details.
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Illini Name New Cage Grid Coaches
Champaign Ill. UPI reports the University of Illinois will announce new football and basketball coaches Jim Valek and Harve Schmidt, both Illinois alumni, chosen to revive a program hurt by slush funds concerns. Valek 41 played 1948 Illinois football and Schmidt 32 earned the 1957 basketball MVP honors.
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Men's City Pin Payoff Leaves Bowlers Happy
In Ukiah 1967 City Championships the Yokayo Bowl team led with 2971, Barbero Tracking 2965, 3-R Market 2951, Pioneer Co. 2942, Pleasant View Dairy 2931 and others scoring well. Doubles top were Jenin Ford and Elwecod Adams at 1327, singles led by Bill Doty with 698, handicap all events topped by Harry Bartolomei at 1914. Special awards included Del Quial for 1748 scratch all events and Gene Pok with a 240 scratch game. The event was hailed as very successful, showing handicap advantage favors lower averages.
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Larry Carlson
Ed Austin
Bert Church
Bud Hess
Bill Frassinello
Big Nations
Jess Rawiles
Coaches Appointed Amid Urgent Athletic Board Action
Directors of the Athletic Association interviewed candidates Monday and recommended appointments to President David D. Henry. Henry approved both hires with the board of trustees Tuesday, as rapid offers to football and basketball recruits are planned.
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Griffith Signs for Benvenuti Defense
World middleweight champion Emile Griffith signed to defend his title against Nino Benvenuti of Italy in Madison Square Garden on April 17. Griffith will receive 80,000 or 45 percent of live gates, while Benvenuti gets 15 percent. Benvenuti, 29, holds the European title since Oct 1965 and will fight in the U. S. for the first time. Griffith, 52-7, makes his second 1966 start. Benvenuti has 69 wins in 70 fights with 29 KOs. Griffin left for training at the Concord Hotel.
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U S Men Rout West Germany to Reach Fourth Place Outlook
The United States beat West Germany 8 3 in a world amateur hockey round robin, finishing 3 3 1 for seven points equal with Sweden. Canada, Czechoslovakia, and Russia vie for medals as Sweden and Canada contest silver and Russia holds gold. Coach Murray Williamson praised the young squad and predicted a strong showing at the 1970 world tournament in Canada.
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First Night Home Run Sets MLB Mark in 1935
Floyd Babe Herman of the Brooklyn Dodgers hit the first home run in a major league night game against Cincinnati on July 10, 1935. Klamesha Lake New York reports Benvenuti's bout at Villagio Italia begins today in Haines Falls New York. A sugar beet factory can process more than 6,000 tons daily.
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Babe) Herman
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Dunk Shots Banned in High Schools and Colleges
The National Basketball Committee outlawed dunking in college and high school games next season. Violations incur loss of possession and disallowed baskets. Officials cited defense advantage and data from 50,000 cases. no time limit on shooting will be adopted. Representing groups include NCAA, NFHS, NJCAA, Canadian associations, and YMCA.
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John Bunn
National Basketball Association
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Bruins coach says no-dunk rule will be fine
USC UCLA legend John Wooden says top ranked UCLA Bruins will adjust to the new no-dunk policy with little trouble. He questions the change but supports limiting the stall and notes he has dunked himself while insisting he has never seen a player hurt by dunking.
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John Wooden
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Wooden
Cooper Wins British Title Without a Fight
British heavyweight champion Henry Cooper becomes the longest reigning holder of the title at 9:56 p.m. on November 14, 1966, surpassing Benhardier Wells by period. The historic moment marks Cooper's seven years, 10 months, and three days as champion.
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