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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Aug 03, 1972

Page

7

Sanderson Signs Record WHA Deal With Philadelphia Blazers

Derek Sanderson, 26, signed a five year 2.6 million contract with the World Hockey Association Philadelphia Blazers becoming the league's highest paid sports figure. The move follows his exit from the Boston Bruins after five NHL seasons amid a career marked by on ice and off ice notoriety.

Derek Sanderson Boston Bruins Bob Woolf Boston Sanderson Philadelphia Blazers World Hockey Association Woolf America Philadelphia Blazers Bruins Jrk Plaza Sandson National Hockey League J . Sanderson Mnlt Wpwuccivets Boston Hockey New Phil York Delphia Flyers NHL Weston Adams Legator Gerry Cheefees Becausevers Cleveland Ted Green New England Whalers

NFL Alumni Files Suit to Include Old Timers in Pension

The NFL Alumni Association sues the league and the NFL Players' Association in U S District Court Rhode Island seeking to add more than 1000 retired players to the pension plan or create a separate fund on the same terms. Leon Hart says action follows failed amicable talks and notes funds may reach over 25 million by 1973.

Providence Pioneers National Football League NFL U.S. District Court Rhode Island NFL Alumni Association Leon Hart NFL Players’ Association League Pete Rozelle Hart Detroit Lions Detroit Players’ Association Joldtimers Leonard Decof Alumni Oo Rozelle Decof

Spartan Star Don Thompson Sets Scoring Mark

Rexdale Ontario’s Don Thompson led Michigan State hockey with 35 goals and 32 assists last season, setting Spartan records for both categories.

Don Thompson Rexdale Ont Michigan State

George Durfee Vacuum Supplies And Service Ad

George Durfee Vacuum Supplies And Service offers service on all makes and models. Bags filters hoses and repair parts available with guaranteed work. Free pickup and delivery. After 5 p.m. call 282 5500.

George Durfee

Races at Time Trials Featuring Trotters and Pacers

Horsemen gather for a slate of harness events with post times at 7:45 PM for the first race and escalating purses. Notable horses include Marks Toy, Pronto Shape, Morenci Chief, and Marilyn Mike among many others, with drivers listed per event though some entries show no driver. The nine races cover trotting and pacing, each offering 450 to 550 dollars in purses.

Marks Toy M. Beckwith Pronto S. Hamilton New Way Lad A. Davignon Anthony Frisco Lolita Foster Sr Nats Ninny S. Dagan Poplar G. Reed Target Wm. Higgins Tony B. A. Davignon Tyna Lynn H. Provost Sam Shelby JL. Wheeler Mark L D. Poulin Mr Lou Bob L. Pickett Jr Dorothy Time J. Ferrara Scottie T Fair Kamela N. Nolan Morenci Top Leo R. Wing Jr Vamps Image S. Farrel Good Lord D. Richards Alixs Shoe S. Dickens Eddy H. W. Colby Tonis First Hope Pick Ri. McDaniel Mountain Glen F. Woodbury 'S Greenacres Heleta J . Brenda Sienna Silk C. Bennett Martha Clancy Marilyn Mike J. Shaugnessy Dream Time Kate R. Wing Attorneys Aide T. Harris Whirlwind D. Gray Tolesco Willie R. Gossom Our Penny F. Woodbury Ross Eden W. Harp Royal Titan R. Dagan R. Lowell Lehighs R. Caverly Buck Moraka R. Putnam Frisco Twinkle H. Reddick Chockoyette Lady Ro. Vaillancourt Rockys Valentine R. Foster Sr Ozark Red Londonderry Lou Oregans Jean Chas. Smith Thornapple Brads Choice S. Farrell Lornes Abbe R. Sprague Princess Morton C. Mattison Queen Ohio

Thoroughbred Race Results From Lincoln Race Day

Iman formed won the 5 furlong East Greenwich purse in Lincoln Rhode Island by two and a half lengths in 58 1 5 seconds. She led all the way and paid 6.20 5.00 and 3.00. Printed Apron was second paying 10.40 and 4.80. The favorite Fleet Arrow finished third at 2.60.

Lincoln, R.I. (Ap East Greenwich Apron Aption Fleet Arrow

We Don't Holler but Fellar Want Ads Is What It's About

A brief column notes that the paper’s want ads feature a quiet approach with service and sales listings. The item highlights everyday needs and local offerings, reflecting a practical community resource for readers seeking goods and opportunities.

Dodgers Rally Past Giants In 12-11 Shootout

Los Angeles Dodgers beat San Francisco 12-11 as Bill Russell hit a two out homer in the ninth off Jim Barr to cap a wild National League affair. Ed Goodson tied it with a two run shot in the top of the ninth after the Giants erased an 11-9 Dodgers lead. The game featured 30 hits with Willie Davis, Bobby Bonds and other sluggers delivering key hits for both clubs.

LOS Angeles Bill Russell Jim Barr Los Angeles Dodgers San Francisco Giants Ed Goodson Dodgers Willie Davis Tve Bobby Bonds Willie McCovey Tito Fuentes Ken Henderson

Attendance record at Maryland track for Canonero II Preakness

A Maryland race track drew 47 221 attendees to see Canonero II in the Preakness, setting a new attendance record for the event.

Maryland Canonero II

Twi Golf League Twi-Lite Standings and Winners

At Saco Country Club the Twi-Lite League results list Shankers leading with 9, Hookers 8, Potters 2, Chippers 4, Slicers 2 and Drivers 1 in week totals. Pot winners last week were Hookers. this week the pot tied between Shankers and Hookers. Two Ball Best Ball winners were Gross-Roberge and Jones, with net ties LeMay Fink Noble Hughes. Beat 40 Shooters saw Gooch 36 Roberge 38 Sullivan 39 and Jones 39.

Saco Country Club Gross-Roberge Jones LeMay Fink Noble Hughes Bill Gooch Mike Roberge Pa Sullivan Howie Jones

Youngster Mark Dolan Wins National Midget Regatta

Mark Dolan aged 11 and his brother Greg 9 from Cottage Park Yacht Club Winthrop captured the National Midget Turnabout Regatta. The brothers placed first among 44 nine foot boats over a Monday Tuesday event. Their father Fran Dolan a former Star class skipper served as crew for Joe Duplin when he won the Star championship in Germany.

Winthrop Mass Mark Dolan Mark Greg Cottage Park Yacht Club Fran Dolan Joe Duplin Germany Dolan Brothers

Harness Driver Gilmour Arrested on Burglary Charge

William D. Gilmour a famed harness driver was arrested on burglary charges after an early morning break in at Allen Rivers mobile home He was taken into custody near the trailer His 2023 season saw 305 victories placing him second in North America Herve Filion led with 543 wins.

Batavia N.Y William D Buddy” Gilmour North America Allen Rivers Rivers Gilmour Gilmore Herve Filton

Hanover Wins One-Mile Bay State Raceway Race

Fischer Hanover captured the $1,800 purse at Bay State Raceway in Foxboro finishing in 2 05.2. Rebid and Joe Tizor followed in second and third with paying brackets of 6.80 4.60 and 4.80 respectively.

Foxboro Mass Fischer Hanover Bay State Raceway Rebid Joe Tizor

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