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Bennington Banner

Location

Bennington, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Aug 23, 1966

Page

8

Drysdale Answers Criticism With Six-Hit Triumph

Dodgers win 4-3 over Atlanta as Lou Johnson delivers a two out 12th inning RBI single. Drysdale, rebuked for subpar pitching, fires six hits in eight innings against the Cardinals, part of a stretch toward restoring ace form. Other NL results include San Francisco over Cincinnati and Pittsburgh edging Philadelphia.

Lou Johnson Dodger Don Drysdale Johnson Jim Gilliam Los Angeles Atlanta Drysdale Buzzy Bavasi Cardinals Gilliam Jay Richie San Francisco Cincinnati Dodgers Giants Pirates Hal Lanier Reds Len Gabrielson Lanier Sammy Ellis Joe Gibbon Lindy McDaniel Bill Mazeroski Robero Clemente Willie Stargell Donn Clendenon Mazeroski Pittsburgh Bob Bailey Don Cardwell Steve Carlton Houston St. Louis Curt Flood Julian Javier Billy Williams Ron Santo John Boccabella Randy Hundley Ken Holtzman Cubs Mets Hundley

Battle of Cellar Teams Begins in Boston Tonight

The Boston Red Sox, mired in the cellar, aim to climb toward .750 for the week by taking four from the Kansas City Athletics at Fenway Park. Jose Santiago and Darrell Brandon start opposite Lew Krausse and Jim Nash in a two night doubleheader.

Boston UPI Boston Red Sox Kansas City Athletics Fenway Park Red Sox Sox Jose Santiago Darrell Brandon Lew Krausse Jim Nash Cleveland Detroit Orioles Twins Carl

Shrine Maple Sugar Bowl Practice Nears Kickoff

Hanover New Hampshire Shrine and Vermont Shrine teams complete four days of practice for Saturdays 13th annual Shrine Maple Sugar Bowl at Dartmouth Memorial Field. New Hampshire coach will name starting offense by Wednesday while Vermont will reveal line up on game day. Tickets sell in both states at Shriner offices with reserved seats 350 and general admission 200. Yastrzemski predicts Red Sox will rise from basement as season ends amid talent ahead.

Hanover N.H New Hampshire Vermont Shrine Dartmouth Memorial Field Ernie Gregorowicz Vermont Emile Bunny’’ George Shriners Shrine Office

Boxing Official Reco vers From Heart Attack at WBA Meet

Panama United Press International reports 60 year old Jim Deskin outgoing president of the World Boxing Association rested after a mild heart attack moments after delivering the opening address at the 47th WBA convention. He was rushed to Hospital de Seguro and placed in intensive care as delegates prepared to elect new officers. Deskin, elected president last year in Las Vegas, was in a packed hall when the incident occurred.

Panama UPI Jim Deskin World Boxing Association WBA Deskin Hospital de Seguro Las Vegas Nev John Y. Jordan United States Federal Boxing Commission Jordan Phillip Hart D-Mich Federal Boxing Commission U.S. Senate

Indians rout Red Sox 16 to 4 in Little League clash

Denny Holton pitched a four hitter to hold the Red Sox to three hits as the Norshaft-Arlington Indians blasted 14 runs in a decisive Saturday victory. Terry Livingston pitched all game for the Red Sox and took the loss.

Indians Red Sox Denny Holton Terry Livingston

Doctors To Look At Whitey Ford

Southpaw Whitey Ford of the New York Yankees is on the disabled list again and will be examined today at St. Luke's Hospital by Dr. Denton Cooley to determine shoulder soreness. Ford misses at least 15 days and is replaced on the roster by outfielder Steve Whitaker. Ford has a 232-97 lifetime record and a 25-4 season in 1961, but is 2-5 this year.

Houston UPI Whitey Ford New York Yankees St. Luke’s Hospital Ford Denton Cooley New York Steve Whitaker

New Soccer League Directors Firm Up Plans for 1967 Debut

New York UP I reports the National Professional Soccer League solidifies plans for its 1967 debut in April with signings of players and coaches from Europe. USSFA disputes linger as NASL leaders push for recognition while NPSL backers include Cook and Rooney.

New Soccer League New York UPI Europe National Professional Soccer League U.S. Soccer Football Association USSFA North American Soccer League NASL Jack Kent Cook Los Angeles Lakers Los Angeles National Hockey League Arthur Allyn Chicago White Sox William Bidwell St. Louis Football Cardinals Art Rooney Jr Pittsburgh Steelers Charles Houghton St. Louis Combine International Federation FIFA Houghton

Leake Named To Nordic Team From Vermont Ski Cluster

Bennington native Scott Leake, 1966-67 Vermont ski captain, earns a place on the National B Nordic ski team, with training set to begin August 9 at Putney. He represents the United States Eastern Amateur Ski Association among 20 selected skiers for A and B squads, alongside Dave Hosmer of Syracuse.

Burlington Scott Leake Bennington University of Vermont Putney Leake United States Eastern Amateur Ski Association Dave Hosmer Syracuse N.Y UVM Bob Stone

Manager Jobs It's Rumor Time In the Majors

New York reports a flood of managerial rumors as 30 days remain before changes. Detroit seeks a successor to Skaff with Richards and Lopez unlikely, Tebbetts as third pick, and Mele facing uncertainty with Minnesota. Atlanta and Cleveland weigh options around Richards, Dark, Hitchcock, and others while Giants and Cincinnati loom as possible wild cards.

New York UPI Bath Detroit Tigers Frank Skaff Bob Swift Charlie Dressen Tigers Paul Richards Richards Atlanta al Lopez Birdie Tebbetts Cleveland Detroit Tebbetts Boston Billy Herman Herman Haywood Sullivan Minnesota Sam Mele Twins Mele Grapevine Sam George Strickland Cleveland General Mana Ger Gabe Paul Alvin Dark Kansas City Billy Hitchcock Strickland Braves Bobby Bragan Bragan Dave Bristol Cincinnati Don Heffner Johnny Keane Texas Yankees Cub Bob Kennedy Jacksonville Sally Hemus Johnny Lipton Pacific Coast Darrell Johnson Elmira West Coast Giants Wes Westrum WW. L. Pet. Pitts W. L. Pet San Fran L.A Baltimore Philad St. Louis Chicago Houston Calif Hicago Washington Chicago San Frank Houston Pittsburgh Phila Inns

Antlerless Hunt Rules Updated for Vermont Season

Montpelier Fish and Game Department announced three major changes to the antlerless deer hunt. The season moves from December 12 to December 5. Permit refunds are offered if a buck is killed during the regular season. Applications now have a September 22 cutoff, with postmark determining permit issuance. 17 percent of 8,000 permits reserved for non residents.

Montpelier Fish and Game Department Edward F. Kehoe Banner Kehoe Opin

Clay To Ask Deferment On Ministerial Grounds

Louisville based report says Cassius Clay will seek a draft deferment on ministerial grounds claiming he is a Black Muslim minister. His attorney Hayden Covington notes Clay has preached for years and should have ministerial status like other religious leaders. The case has lingered through appeals for about six months.

Louisville, Ky UPI Cassius Clay Clay Hayden Covington Covington United States

Boilerman Hopes For Ring Success

New York report says James J. Woody a parttime boiler fireman aims to become a fulltime fighter by defeating Johnny Persol at Madison Square Garden. Woody with ten straight wins in a three year career lacks big-name bouts and has mainly beaten fellow hopefuls like James J. Beattie Tony Doyle and Lee Carr.

New York UPI James J. Woody Johnny Persol Madison Square Garden Woody Bobby Gleason James J. Beattie Tony Doyle Lee Carr

Mt Anthony team physicals tonight in home ec room

Physicals for all Mt. Anthony High soccer and junior high football players will be held at seven o'clock tonight in the home economics room at Benhi.

Mt. Anthony Benhi

Oilers Add All-Pro Tackles to Fortify Defense

Houston Oilers acquire two new all-pro tackles Ernie Ladd and Pat Holmes to strengthen a defense that underachieved in previous seasons. Veteran leadership boosts the front, with Don Floyd, Gary Costinger, and a group of linebackers and a budding secondary contending for starting roles under coach Wally Lemm. Quarterback contention centers on George Blanda amid a deep backfield led by Ode Burrell and Sid Banks. Offensive line remains a concern with injuries and inexperienced backups behind an aging core.

Ernie Ladd Pat Holmes Oilers Don Floyd Gary Costinger Scott Appleton Jim Hayes George Rice L.S.A Ed Scratchins Toledo Hayes Johnny Baker Danny Brabham Doug Cline Garland Boyette Ron Goovert Michigan State John Meyer Notre Dame Bobby Maples Ron Caveness Arkansas Clarence Scott Wally Lemm NFL St. Louis Cardinals Lemm George Blanda Jackie Lee Don Trull Ode Burrell Sid Banks

Baseball Standings Tight After Monday's Results

No games were scheduled this Monday keeping standings tight across divisions. Teams remain within strike of leaders as weather delays impact the schedule and next week promises critical matchups for the top spots.

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