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Bennington Banner

Location

Bennington, Vermont, United States of America

Date

Oct 05, 1966

Page

8

Hinsdale Raceway Officials Pressed to Resign

The New Hampshire State Racing Commission demanded the resignations of Hinsdale Raceway's top officials Raymond Hildreth and William Cassaro as a condition for a fall meet license. Hildreth denied official notice while Cassaro, track general manager, could not be reached. The panel also suspended 19 drivers for fixing three Hinsdale races.

Concord N.H UPI State Racing Commission Hinsdale Raceway Raymond Hildreth William Cassaro Cassaro Hildreth

Western Football Teams Lead in Offensive Totals

New York UPI reports the top collegiate total offense leaders come from Our West and are running ahead of rivals, showcasing strong scoring drives and balanced yardage. The ranking highlights standout quarterbacks and running backs from several West Coast and Rocky Mountain programs.

NEW York UPI Our West Danny Holman San Jose State Washington Billy Stevens Texas Western Vidal Carlin North Texas State Virginia Bob Davis Bob Griese Purdue

Billy Herman to join Angels coaching staff

Billy Herman, ex Boston Red Sox manager, is expected to become the California Angels third base coach after talks with manager Bill Rigney. Rigney reportedly told Herman he has a good chance of landing the post while the Angels consider their coaching lineup. The report cites the Boston Record American.

Boston UPI Red Sox Billy Herman California Angels Boston Record American Herman Bill Rigney Angels Rigney

Odds Don’t Frighten Us Bauer Says in 1966 Series Opener

Dodgers ace Don Drysdale and Orioles newcomer Dave McNally carried the pitching load for Game 1 as Los Angeles, favored to win the series, faced Baltimore. Hank Bauer touted the Orioles hitting to decide the series while Koufax set to start Game 2. The opener featured a 55,000 attendance forecast with a 10 percent rain chance and Eckert throwing the first pitch.

Don Drysdale Los Angeles Dodgers Baltimore Orioles Dave McNally Los Angles Dodgers UPI LOS Angeles Sandy Koufax Hank Bauer Orioles New York Yankees Drysdale Koufax Don Walt Alston McNally Alston Phillies Minnesota Twins Bauer Dodger Stadium Brooks Dodger Baltimore

Drysdale vs Robinson Set to Start Tense World Series

Militon Richman reports the Dodgers vs Orioles opening with Frank Robinson under heavy pressure after a dramatic season. Don Drysdale and Robinson clash as expectations rise for a fast, tight start, while Koufax notes reverence in facing Robinson.

Green Mountain Race Card October 1966 Distinct Furlong Heats

Racing entries for Green Mountain on Thursday October 6 1966 list nine to nine claims across nine thursday nine races with 1000 dollar purses for first through eighth races and 1100 for the ninth mile event. Notable entries include Mr Pop Eye Jay Jr So Proud Irish Coffee Salty Helen Window Dressing Johnny Wise and Uncle Johnny with multiple jockeys Diaz Pruden Elliott and Wood among others.

Pop— Diaz Eye Jay Jr Diaz Santamaria Johnny Mission— Frazier Transmitter— Baker James Brutus Pruden Gallant Carrier— Elliott Mount Senior Papa Joe G Creedon Donahue Salty Helen— Pruden Shopping

Vermont Stars Named Conference Offensive and Defensive

Vermont halfback Bob Mitchell from Bridport earned Yankee Conference offensive player of the week after carrying 32 times for 167 yards in a 14 10 win over Connecticut setting a Vermont rushing record. Maine end Charles MacDonald from Augusta, a junior, was moved from linebacker to defensive end last week by the Black Bears.

Amherst Mass Vermont Bob Mitchell Maine Charles MacDonald Mitchell Bridport Connecticut MacDonald Augusta Black Bears

Probable World Series Lineups For Game One

The probable starting teams show Baltimore Aparicio at short and Frank Robinson in right, with Brooks Robinson at third and Elrod Powell at first, facing Los Angeles starities Drysdale and Wills. Dodgers field Lefebvre at second and Roseboro at first, with Drysdale on the mound. Umpires listed as Jackowski Chylak Rice Steiner and Drummond.

Dodgers Orioles Frank Robinson LOS Angeles UPI Baltimore Aparicio Snyder F. Robinson Rf B. Robinson Powell Bellary

Bulldogs Win In Overtime To Beat Mt Anthony 4 3

Burr and Burton upset Mt Anthony 4 3 in overtime as Ronnie Smith and Ed Harrigan fed the winning score. Don Gabrus netted three for Mt Anthony while Burr & Burton’s Bill Green tied in the fourth, goalie absence hurt Mt Anthony.

Manchester Ronnie Smith Ed Harrigan Burr and Burton Mt. Anthony Bulldogs BBL Leland and Gray Patriots Whitingham Molly Stark Smith BBS Harrigan Don Gabrus Gabrus Bill Green Russ Christie John Paddock Burr &Burtons

Bizzarro Twins to Coach BCHS Opposing Mt Anthony

Joe Bizzarro was named basketball coach for the 1966 BCHS season, to lead the Vermont champions while facing twin brother Frank Bizzarro and his Mt Anthony High squad. Joe succeeds as head coach. Frank remains head coach for Mt Anthony. BCHS principal Rev. Swertz announced the reshuffle with Jay Crockett assisting Sabre varsity and coaching the junior varsity.

Toni Vermont Bennington Catholic High Joe Bizzarro Bizzarro Mt. Anthony High Frank Joe Bennington Catholic Thaddeus Swertz BCHS Jay Crockett

Green Mountain Race Day Results October 4 1966

Thoroughbred card from Green Mountain shows multiple five furlong sprints with winners Arty, Lloyd C, Holiday Jones, Red Slip, La Win, Hidden Hope, Great Council, Sassy Bull, Noors Arce and others. Exact times listed with payouts and connections. notable perfecta $96.60.

Orioles in World Series open with cool, calm style

In Los Angeles the Orioles and Dodgers opened the 1966 World Series with no visible nerves as Brooks Robinson led a poised Orioles, while the veteran Dodgers appeared relaxed from prior Fall Classics. The scene suggested both teams were seasoned for the showdown.

LOS Angeles APD Los Angeles Dodgers Baltimore Orioles Orioles Dodgers Brooks Robinson

Whitingham Triumphs 6-0 Over Arlington In Soccer

Whitingham Trojans shut out Arlington 6-0 to secure their fifth win and move to 5-1 in the Molly Stark Soccer League. John Carrier scored three goals, Wayne Plum added two, and Billy Birch netted one as Arlington dropped to 6 losses.

Whittingham Whitingham Arlington Eagles Trojans Molly Stark John Carrier Wayne Plum Billy Birch

Leland and Gray Barnes Warriors trounce Wilmington 8 0

Leland and Gray Academy dominated Wilmington scoring in every period to win 8-0 in Molly Stark Soccer League action. Dan Peterman netted three goals with David Gordon adding two and Dan Vallantine Ted Redfield and Kit Nystrom each scoring once. The victory moves Leland and Gray to 5-2 while Wilmington falls to 0-7.

Townshend Leland and Gray Academy Wilmington Molly Stark Dan Peterman David Gordon Dan Vallantine Ted Redfield Kit Nystrom Leland and Gray

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Hinsdale State House Ncaa Service Bureau Hank Washington West Texas State Bo Burris Houston UCLA Gary Beban Lenny Snow Georgia Tech Perry Williams Marvin Hubbard Duke Jay Calabrese Idaho Ray McDonald Jim Bohl New Mexico State Corneliusvis Kansas State Sioner William D. Eckert Weather Bureau Milton Richman Ball Park Robinson Cincinnati Reds Oriole Green Mountain Window Dressing— Elliott Little Shane— Wood Suzy Sagamore Sage Flaming Challa— Tornambe Nipe— McCracken Mac’s Lady— Prudent Central Time Rebel— Pencheff Johnny Wise— Elliott Taranto— Wood Cute Peter— Diaz Hope’s Hope Miss Dependable Kiselewski Who’s My Daddy Beerabi Bob Lynne Sue— Diaz Huddy’s Boy Davis Edw. Kampel— Donahue Elliott Zangari Hill Blendace— Pruden Gem Ruler Handsome Lad— Frater Golden Fleece Pasquarelli Thomas Keys Admiral Gano—Struss Neat— Wood Jutblend— Wolski Roman Don G. Jermar Fearless King— Pruden Baylonia Cauteriser— Kessler Pick Degage Masia Tessalita— Pruden Roman Realm Te O Nemah— Pruden Miss Hairan— Clark Bayle Boy— Hill Tom’s Ace Kessler Silduka— Kelly Nutty Buddy— Wood Uncle Johnny— Diaz Admiral Lunsford Sheridan Lane— Diaz Brace Wonder Cardella My Lucy King Rhody Ledezma Emdeelee— Pruden Opulence Governor's Club Governors Club Rae Geeta Governor’s Club J. A. Dougherty’s Sons, Co., Distillers Philadelphia PENNA Lemont, Ill Bulldogs Sock Patriots Rosasco Bennington Phoenix Professional Building State Street North Adams Arty J—Ledezma Little Mollie—Santiago Sully—Gona Lloyd C—Hill Mohammbeau—Pruden Smokey Holiday Jones Stymie Boy— McCracken Gail Hill— Pruden Fighter Boy—Elliott Montana— Hill Luggage—Frazier Wood Hidden Hope—Hill Ghost Catcher— Elliott Plastique— Pasquarelli Great Council Sassy Mr. Libby— Handley Amber Sultanness Phillips SALOM SALEM Te Hele Siol Sa Hamburg Temelele Main St Ake Dans Iy Eerd White Arrow Kelly Beleza Dimama—Sage Whitingham Burr & Burton Leland & Gray Mt. Anthony Arlington Leland and Gray Barnes Lord Essex The
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