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Newspaper
Bennington Banner
Location
Bennington, Vermont, United States of America
Date
Apr 05, 1967
Page
8
Philadelphia powered to a 115-104 triumph in Boston, taking a 3-0 lead in the series. Wilt Chamberlain grabbed a playoff record 41 rebounds while Bill Russell logged 29 boards as the Celtics faltered late. Wally Jones recovered from illness to contribute as Red Auerbach criticized 76ers injury tactics.
Philadelphia 76ers built a 3-0 lead in the Eastern Division finals with a 115-104 win over the Boston Celtics. Wilt Chamberlain dominated with a playoff record 41 rebounds, 20 points, nine assists and five blocks. Bill Russell added 29 rebounds, 10 points, nine assists and four blocks for Boston. The 76ers expect to close the series in Boston on Sunday.
UPI reports 24 baseball experts foresee an all east World Series in 1967 with the Baltimore Orioles set to defend the AL crown and the Pittsburgh Pirates favored to challenge. Orioles receive 231 of 240 points, Pirates 228, while Dodgers are predicted to finish sixth. Strong bets place Orioles, Pirates as top contenders with other leaders including Tigers, Twins and White Sox in pursuit.
Chicago and Montreal prepare for opening 1967 Stanley Cup playoff games. Chicago faces injuries to Hull Maki and Mohns while Toronto Maple Leafs cope with Johnny Bowers finger. Montreal rests confident against the New York Rangers as Toe Blake cites health and form.
Aqueduct remains closed for a second day as New York officials seek a 3.5 million dollar budget slice to calm a racing purse dispute. Horsemen demand a 1 percent share of the take, up from 0.5 percent, while the HPBA joins calls for no purse increase unless the stalemate ends.
In Winter Haven, the Boston Red Sox lost 5-1 to the Washington Senators, dropping to 12-12 with three games left. Jim Lonborg pitched seven strong innings and said he was ready for the opener, while Carl Yastrzemski sat with muscle spasms. Boston may make roster cuts Friday as Williams hints at changes.
Reservations close April 10 and entries April 13 for the Ninth Annual Vermont State Bowling Championship at Champlain Lanes Burlington. Fee is $5 per man per event with $2.35 prize money. send entry and check to Ed Devine, 60 Weaver St., Winooski. Tournament runs weekends April 15 to May 7. local league leaders and standout scores noted from So Vermont, Friendship, Green Mountain, and Garage leagues.
Lee May, 24, 6-3, 205 pound rookie, is contending for Cincinnati Reds first base on spring, aiming to outplay Tony Perez and Gordy Coleman. He singled in the 12th to beat the Pirates 1-0 after Pinson doubled and Rose flyout, while other games saw Washington over Boston 5-1 and a 10-10 Cubs Angels tie called by setting sun at Las Vegas Park.
Conservation personnel from Vermont Fish and Game Service, U S Bureau of Sport Fisheries, and Green Mountain National Forest met in Rutland to review fish stocking, pond reclamation, deer management, and recreation development. Proposals include reclaiming Branch Pond with rotenone stock, stocking 110 050 catchable size and 18 500 fingerling trout, and enhancing law enforcement and visitor information.
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