Giants Move 21/2 Games Ahead In Hectic National Race
The San Francisco Giants beat Houston 6-1 behind Willie Mays and Juan Marichal to stretch their lead to 24 games over idle Dodgers. Mays hit his 500th career homer and 47th of the season, sparking a four-run fourth inning. Marichal earned his 22nd win in a 1.79 ERA. the win extended San Francisco’s winning streak to five. The Dodgers and Reds split NL play while the Braves, Phillies, and Pirates won as well. In AL action, Cleveland's rainout left the standings unchanged.
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AFL Expands to Ten Teams with Possible 12 by 1969
AFL owners vote to add 10th team in 1967 with two more planned for 1968 and 1969. Likely candidate cities include Chicago Los Angeles New Orleans Milwaukee and Washington. Commissioner Foss signals support for expanding to 12 teams, and Miami gets its ninth franchise with Danny Thomas and Joe Robbie as co owners. The All Star format will shift to the league champion facing the other All Stars.
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English Golfers Face Heat in U S Amateur Championship
In Tulsa Oklahoma the British challenge in the 65th U S Amateur wilted under 103 degree heat at Southern Hills. Joe Carr captain of the Walker Cup team said the weather may force them out as the event shifts to medal format with four 18 hole rounds through Saturday.
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Winchester Softball Playoff Pairings Questioned
Fan critic Thomas V. McCarty questions the tournament format for the Winchester softball league. He argues the seeding and second round pairings were illogical and harmed certain teams, urging consistent methods in future events.
College grid notes highlight kicking and scrimmage work
George Washington University focused on improving its punting as part of a heavy kicking drill after a strong scrimmage. Other programs noted include Davidson promoting four players to new units, East Carolina reviewing film, Frederick College’s freshmen running offense at Furman, and VMI’s Sam McKenna commenting on rough terrain during scrimmage. Richmond and West Virginia prepared for their league game with pass offense and aerial defense drills.
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Northside lanes league action features high scores
The Lady Brunswick League and Northside circuits dominated Northside Lanes with multiple 3 to 1 and 4 to 0 results. Mary Hodson led Green Chemical with 545, Rosa Wilcox 492 for the losers, and Jean Anderson sparked Savings Bank with 496 in a 4–0 win. Ruth Kline led Snow White Grill with 476, Alma Wilfong 447 for the losers.
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Ten Pin Ten Pin Northside Handicap results summary
Northside Handicap circuit action featured Crown Cork and Seal defeating the Gladiators 3-1 as Al Murphy topped with 591 and Walt Kirby 477 led losers. Kirk's Service Center blanked Plumly Liners 4-0 behind Jimmy Morton 635. Earl Sealock paced a 618 for behind the Mauraders beat Henkle Harris. Gene Armel 577 supported the Mauraders over Henkle Harris. Lamar Sloan Ford beat Bob Miller 2812 to 2679 with Allen Kibler leading Mustang sellers and John McCauley 539 for losers. Southern States won 3-1 over Ebert's Garage with James Rosen and Emmett Scothorn 537 each. Lee Roberts led Ebert's with 492.
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Celtics Coach Auerbach open to trade talks
Boston Celtics coach Red Auerbach said he is willing to sit down and discuss trades with NBA opponents, signaling a potential shift after two workouts at Babson Institute in Wellesley. The remark came as he expressed openness to discussing moves with other teams.
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Coaches Predict Wins as College Football Season Opens
Wake Forest coach Bill Tate pledges wins as he eyes a strong start against Virginia Tech. He cites recent losses on Tech’s side and notes Carolina's Jim Rogers returns from knee surgery. UNC's Jim Hickey loses Lynn Duncan to a season ending knee injury.
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