Yogi Berra Era Begins With Yankee Openers
The Associated Press notes Yogi Berra starts as Yankee manager amid skepticism yet undismayed. Whitey Ford backs opening day against the Red Sox as Berra fields a favored pitching plan for 161 games. Also mentions President Johnson at the Washington opener and early AL games including Pappas vs Peters and others across Chicago, Cleveland, Detroit, and Kansas City.
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Toronto Coach Testing Work Theory Tonight
Toronto coach Punch Imlach plans to test his work ethic approach as the Maple Leafs face the Detroit Red Wings in the second game of the Stanley Cup finals. Toronto leads series 1-0 after a 3-2 win. Detroit rests after Saturday game while Abel’s squad seeks comeback with renewed spirits.
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Carl Willey Placed On Disabled List
New York Mets right handed pitcher Carl Willey from Cherryfield Maine is placed on the disabled list for 30 days by the team. He had been out since a broken jaw suffered April 3 and was recently cleared for return. The move was announced Monday by New York doctors and team executives.
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Finley Agrees To Tear Down His Pennant Porch
Kansas City owner Charles O Finley to reduce his home run porch after pressure from Ford Frick and Joe Cronin while planning a smaller 44 inch high structure behind the 325 foot limit He vows to protest Yankee Stadiums short foul lines and unfair advantages by other clubs and to monitor the season closely The dispute centers on baseball rules and competitive balance in the American League
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Doctors say jaw wiring will delay Willey pitching
Doctors reported it would be at least 15 days before the wiring of the jaw could be removed, delaying Willey from pitching in the month ahead.
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Celtics Boil Over Nine Day Layoff Delays Playoffs
Boston Celtics angered by a nine day idle period caused by a minor league hockey playoff. The Eastern champions beat Cincinnati in five games, while the Western series between San Francisco and St. Louis remains tied at 3-3. Final games shift, with Boston hosting the first two finals games on Saturday and Monday.
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National League standings and results brief
Newswire update shows Houston leading streak with a 6 3 win over Cincinnati. Weekly results list schedule: St Louis at Los Angeles Milwaukee at San Francisco Chicago at Pittsburgh New York at Philadelphia. American League notes include Los Angeles beating Kansas City 4 0 and other games with key matchups listed and a Wednesday schedule. Also a cooking tip about pimientos but unrelated to sports.
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Roosevelt Cup Awarded to Beach Resident at Bowdoin
Bowdoin College awarded the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Cup to P. J. Stephen Putnam a junior from Old Orchard Beach in a ceremony led by President James S. Coles. The Alpha Delta Phi created the prize after President Roosevelt’s death to honor a lower-class student whose vision humanity and courage aid Bowdoin. Putnam, a history major and Dean’s List student, also serves on the Student Council.
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Palmer Tops Money Makers Of Golfers
Arnold Palmer leads the PGA Tour money list after winning the Masters, earning $20,000 to lift his year total to $33,488. Jack Nicklaus is second with $30,150, while Dave Marr sits third at $19,569, followed by Mason Rudolph at $16,847 and Bill Casper Jr. at $15,475.
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Belgian Will Defend Boston Marathon Title
Aurele Vandendriessche, winner of the 1963 Boston AA Marathon, is expected to defend his title next Monday. The AAU sought his presence in Boston and the BAA held a spot, but officials have not confirmed his plans. He set the course record of 2:18:58 last year as a last minute entrant.
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Solid Field Of Pacers Racing At Rockingham
A solid field of pacers, including newcomers, contest the $4,000 Bon Secours Hospital Guild Invitational at Rockingham Park Salem NH. Knight Champ draws the pole. Lieut Byrd and Sage Widower race for Grant Sarkissian and Col William Jowe stable. Quick Dream dethroned Sussex Dream in Roosevelt action, boosting its season crown. Al Winger returns with a season’s first driving triple.
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Angels and Colts roll to open seasons in win on one-hitter and homer
Major League Stars PITCHING Ken McBride and Julio Navarro of the Angels combined for a one-hitter in a 4-0 victory over Washington in the presidential opener. BATTING Jim Wynn of the Colts delivered a decisive two-run homer in the sixth, pacing Houston to a 6-3 win over Cincinnati in the National League opener.
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Budget Bureau Created Under Harding Era Leader Dawes
In 1921 the U S Treasury first acquired a Bureau of the Budget under President Harding. Charles E Dawes, formerly chief purchasing agent for the American Expeditionary Forces, was named the bureau’s first director.
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Houston Wins Opener With Umbricht Memorial Respect
Houston Colts edge Cincinnati Reds 6-3 on opening day as Ken Johnson and Hal Woodeshick lock down the lead. Nellie Fox drives in two with a key single and Jim Wynn adds a decisive two-run homer. Teammates wear black armbands for Jim Umbricht, who died last week, as the NL debut mixes tribute and baseball.
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Tony Conigliaro Fulfills Boyhood Dream At Yankee Stadium
New York AP report chronicles Tony Conigliaro's rapid rise from Lynn Massachusetts high school to Boston Red Sox center field at Yankee Stadium. The 19 year old hit .363 in the New York Penn League with 24 homers in 83 games, earning MVP and Rookie honors. Red Sox manager Johnny Pesky praised his all around play and power as Yogi Berra marveled at the newcomer.
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Fights Last Night Across Cities Feature Ring Victories
Boston: Joe De Nucci outpointed Denny Moyer in a 10 rounder as 164 and 160 pounders fought. Miami: Elena Armenteros stopped Herman Dixon in nine. Paris: Angel Garcia stopped Ray Adigun in six. Los Angeles: Ray Walk outpointed Ernie Cuadras in ten.
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Kennebunk Softball League Sets Meeting Thursday Evening
Kennebunk will hold a Kennebunk Softball League meeting Thursday at 7 p m in the fire station. Team players and other interested persons may attend. Four teams are expected to enter this year's competition, per president Merle Romprey.
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Country Club Handicap Rolloffs Crown Winners in Saco
The Biddeford Saco Country Club bowling league closed with separate handicap rolloffs for men and women at Pastime Bowling Center. Women leaders were Edwina Nelson 413 with 45 pin bonus, Betty Norrad 412, Beatrice Lester 406. men led by Joe Dyer 444 with 32 pins, Bob Lester 429, Ben Villandry 421. Other listed finishers include J Audet, E Nadeau, Mourmouras, Ayotte, Lamontagne, Ayotte, Hood, Hanson, Audet, Paradis, Minuitti, Munford, Patterson, Renouf, Jones, Lepage, and Nelson.
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Four Teams To Play Ball In Babe Ruth Soon
Four teams will form the new Babe Ruth League with a May 31 start in this area. Representatives from Biddeford Saco Old Orchard Beach and Kennebunk met at the Saco Recreation Center. Tryout dates will be announced later per league director Charlie Mistos. The league targets boys aged 13 to 11 years and marks the first of its kind locally.
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Westland Shoe Corp Women Pastime Lanes Week Standings
In the Pastime Lanes league Westland Shoe Corp led by Frechette posted 65 40 with Jugheads losing 41 54 while Eggheads posted 1531 team total and 530 team single. Pepperell Girls second shift Crescendo led 71 41, Lady Pepperell 48 64 with Park LAO }
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Tyndale to Speak at York County Law Association Meeting
Kennebunkport state representative Elmont S. Tyndale will address the York County Law Enforcement Association at the Cozy Corner Restaurant on Thursday evening. A chicken supper will be served at 7 p.m. with Chief Elmer Hutchins of Wells, A Wesley Leech of Kennebunk, and Chief Nicholas Inniss of Kennebunkport on the organizing committee.
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