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Newspaper

Washington Evening Journal

Location

Washington, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Jul 27, 1971

Page

5

Gibson in control Five-hitter

Cardinals right hander Bob Gibson pitched a five hitter in a 4 0 win over the Mets to improve to 8 9 and his eighth career shutout. Joe Torre doubled in two first inning runs as Gibson kept the Mets in check with precise control on three days rest. The day also featured Chicago beating Montreal 5 2 and Minnesota 2 1 over Boston with key hits from Jim Hickman and Milt Pappas.

Neil Hershberg UPI Bob Gibson New York Mets Gibson Joe Torre St. Louis Cardinals Mets Philadelphia Cardinal Chicago Montreal Minnesota Boston Houston Cardinals Aatty Alou Luis Melendez Torre Jim Hickman Milt. Pappas Hickman Glenn Beckett Cubs Beckett Pappas Jim Holt Rich Reese Reese Reggie Smith Sonny Siebert Leo Cardenas Jim Nettles Siebert George Mitterwald Jim Kaat Reese Cesar Cedeno Astros Cedeno Darrell Brandon Ron Stone Brandon Doug Rader Willie

Agnew Near End Of Tour With Portugal Tea Ending Trip

Vice President Spiro Agnew planned a light ceremonial schedule for the last full day of his 11 nation diplomatic circuit. He will attend a luncheon with Portuguese Prime Minister Marcelo Caetano and a farewell dinner at the U.S. embassy before returning to the United States Wednesday.

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Trevino nervy after Open triumph fame brings pressure

Lee Trevino, riding a wave from major wins including the British and U S Opens, faces a new strain of fame as Westchester Classic spectators and media horde invades his privacy. He laments constant attention, missing time with his kids, and asks for space while noting Joe DiMaggio’s cautionary example.

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Reds and Blues win league tilt in county play

Washington Reds beat West Chester 10 to 10 in a high scoring County League game. Reds catcher Greg Horn led with three hits while David Cousins pitched a two hitter, fanning nine. Blues defeated Riverside 4 to 3 as Scott Rich homered and struck out ten for Riverside's foe.

Washington Reds Ashington Blues Blues Riverside Reds West Chester David Cousins Flynn Greg Horn Doug Black Doug Crossett Sean O'Hanlon Marty McKowen Matt Nemmers Flynn and Ladehoff West Chester Reds Scott Rich Kalberg Rich Marty Young Kelly Gipple

All-Star Little League Ends Season With Cancellation

No Little League games at Green Field Wednesday as Tri-County National League all-stars led by Scott Rich Kelly Gipple and Marty Young play in Oskaloosa. After a 2 0 victory over Oskaloosa and 5 0 over Knoxville at Eddyville fan support is urged for the Wednesday game.

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DiMaggio recalls holdout with Barrow and a $9000 cut

Joe DiMaggio recalls 1938 holdout, led by Ed Barrow's toughness, amid early-season hitting around 500 and New York booing him. He notes a $9,000 cut offered afterward and contrasts baseball with golf as nobody is booed in the sport.

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Morrall recalls all star game memory and comeback

WESTMINSTER ad Earl Morrall recalls his lone all star appearance and how an in game injury delayed his memory. He vows to start for the Colts in the 1979 all star game in Chicago and seeks lasting redemption after 1968 campeonato and 1970s Super Bowl glory with Baltimore.

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Oilers Trade Levins In Major Lopsided Move

United Press International reports the Houston Oilers traded star wideout Jerry Levins to the San Diego Chargers for two hefty players Ron Billingsley and Gene Ferguson. The deal followed a key scrimmage and aimed to bolster the Oilers defensive end spot. Cowboys release rookies. Vikings lose guard Jim Vellone to season-ending care at UCLA Medical Center. Giants cut LB Jim Wright and end Tom Bienemann. Patriots drop LB Dave Simmonds.

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