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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1968
Page
6
Detroit tops Chicago 7-0 in the opener behind John Hiller one-hitter before Denny McLain falters in a 10-2 nightcap loss. McLain strains his pitching arm after 261 innings as the Tigers split the twin bill and widen their lead on Baltimore.
Boston ace Jim Lonborg, 10-9, seeks another win as the Red Sox visit Cleveland in game three of a four game set. Cleveland’s Orlando Pena slated to start. Sam McDowell 13-10 matches Lonborg’s duel after McDowell beat Boston 2-1.
National League table shows St Louis and Cincinnati leading with strong win totals. San Francisco and Chicago close behind while Atlanta and Pittsburgh trail, with Philadelphia and Houston in middle positions. Latest results include San Francisco 0 New York 8 and St Louis 2 Philadelphia 8.
Willie Smith of the Cubs drove in four runs with two homers including the 10th inning winner to beat Atlanta 6 to 5. John Hiller of the Tigers held Chicago to one hit while Ron Hansen's fifth inning single lifted Detroit past the White Sox 7 to 0 in the opener of a doubleheader.
In New York Ismael Laguna stopped Lloyd Marshall and Berry Briscoe outpointed Jose Gonzalez. Antonio Amaya stopped Frankie Narvaez. In Manchester Alan Rudkin out pointed Billy Brown. In San Diego Richard Gonzales out pointed Tony Alvarado.
Milford Massachusetts faces Baltimore in a first round at the 24th All-American Amateur Baseball Association Tournament in Johnstown Pennsylvania. Baltimore is the defending champion in the 16 club double elimination event for players 19 and under.
Dick Tiger arrives in Lisbon aiming for a return bout with Bob Foster after losing their last title fight. The former two time world champion, 39, also hints at possible future combat in Biafra. He plans to fly to New York to arrange the match while remaining tied to his Biafran army role.
Walt Baumann, a St Michael's College basketball star of the early 1960s, returns as freshman basketball coach and intramural director. He will also be an assistant varsity coach and golf supervisor, as announced by Athletic Director Edward P. Markey while Baumann pursues a master's at the University of Vermont.
Chicago Cubs manager Leo Durocher and pitcher Phil Regan were cleared by NL President Warren Giles after a dispute over illegal pitches in Sunday's doubleheader with Cincinnati. Umpire Chris Pelekoudas alleged a lubricated ball, but Giles believed Regan taxed by the umpire’s judgment and promised further talks with the crew. Regan pitched without incident in Tuesday’s game, with Crawford behind the plate.
Peggy Parsons of the Go Getters won the Women’s Speed League handicap rolloff at Roll-A-Way Lanes Biddeford with a 559. Lillian Camire of the Spinners was second with 555 as Parsons benefited from 65 bonus pins and Camire from 20 extras. Other scores included Fleurent 544, T S Preby 543, Nolette 534, Perron 518, L Perron 515, P Tarbox 515, A Hubert 511, D Saucier 498, J Provencal 496.
Boston Patriots coach Mike Holovak will start veteran defensive back Jay Cunningham at right cornerback in Friday's exhibition vs the Miami Dolphins in Jacksonville. Rookie Ed Koontz will start at strongside linebacker, filling in for Doug Satcher. The team cut four players to reach the 49-man limit, including Jimmy Colclough and John Outlaw on injured and ordinary waivers respectively.
Mets rout San Francisco 8-0 as Ron Swoboda drives in five runs including an eighth inning three run homer. Tom Seaver improves to 11-? with six strong innings in Shea Stadium win amid a busy Tuesday across MLB.
Conrad Deschesner overcame stomach cramps to deliver a game winning single for Sherbrooke Lennoxville in a 1-0 victory over Chinandega Nicaragua in the Little League world series opener. Richmond Virginia defeated Terre Haute Indiana 6-2 in a rain shortened game.
The annual Saco Little League father and son games begin tomorrow night at Saco Little League Field. Schedule lists Shaw's on Friday, Saco Hardware on Monday, Owen-Davis on Tuesday, Golden Rooster on Wednesday, and Saco-Biddeford Savings on Thursday. All games start at 5 45 p.m.
Foxboro Massachusetts AP reports Chapel Hill captured the $2,500 pace at Bay State Raceway Tuesday night finishing in 2 05 3 5 and paying $9.80.
Acton Maine hosts the 103rd Acton Fair from Aug 22 to 25 with a grandstand opening by Ken MacKenzie and a fireworks show. The program includes 4-H livestock judging, oxen and pony pulling, a York County Apple Princess pageant, music acts, and a Horse Show and Rabbit Breeders displays along with midway amusements and food booths.
Luke E Hart Council Knights of Columbus Bowling League plans a meeting for all captains and members tomorrow at 7 p m at Washington Street hall to discuss rules for the upcoming season.
In Boston, the Beacons and the Tornado played to a 1-1 draw before 2,130 fans at Fenway Park. Ron Newman scored for Dallas at 15:36 of the second period, while Billy Fraser equalized two minutes later with a pass from Erik Dyreborg. Both teams sit last in their divisions Atlantic and Gulf respectively. Ken Drewry of Marblehead led the early International 210 sailing event standings in Mamaroneck New York, as Bay State skippers led the five race opener with Mort Bromfield of Boston in second and Dan Huntoon of Manchester third.
Mayor Clayton D. Brown asked the Borough Council to pass a law making it illegal for residents under 18 to smoke. He argued it would shield youth from dangerous health habits, but Councilman Robert Predmore resisted, noting hazards in other common activities.
Ismael Laguna halted Lloyd Marshall in the ninth round after a fierce slugfest at Madison Square Garden. Amaya won a unanimous decision over Frankie Narvaez while Benny Briscoe defeated Jose Gonzalez in a hard-fought main-card night before 9,074 fans.
Boston University graduate manager of athletics R Victor Stout will be honored at a December 5 banquet in Boston. A 1932 BU alumnus, he returned 19 years ago and has served as sports information director and athletic director among other roles.
Salem New Hampshire AP reports Naughty Jester, a 5 year old gelding, makes a comeback from a broken bone with a victory in the 4500 Virginia Mayo Purse at Rockingham Park. He wins by five lengths over Winning Shot Jr. and runs six furlongs in 1 10 2 5 earning $5.20.
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