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Newspaper
Biddeford Saco Journal
Location
Biddeford, Maine, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1973
Page
6
The Biddeford Saco Journal thumped Butler s 13 to 3 at West Biddeford Little League Field in the championship round aided by 15 walks from four Butler hurlers and six Journal errors. The win sets up a title game tonight at Saco Little League Field versus Saco Valley Shopping Center Maremont Little League Kings.
Washington Redskins running back Duane Thomas faces renewed controversy over allegedly turning his back to the national flag during the anthem at a preseason game against the Bills. Thomas was also taunted by fans and involved in an on-field confrontation as he left the field. NFL officials noted fan behavior contributed to the incident, while Buffalo press claimed the backlash came from not facing the flag.
The Biddeford Youth Football League invites players to register at Biddeford Junior High School from 6 30 to 8 pm. Boys must be 8 by Sept 1 and bring a birth certificate plus a parent.
In Manchester four undefeated squads meet in 13 to 15 year old division. Falls Church faces Lexington while Prince Georges plays Puerto Rico. Earlier, East Anaheim beat Monterrey 7 2 and Beaverton defeated Jefferson City 2 1.
Orioles manager Earl Weaver predicts Hall of Fame status for Brooks Robinson after his 2,500th career hit helped a 4-3 comeback win over the Minnesota Twins. Robinson, 36, notes a slim chance at 3,000, needing three more seasons to reach the milestone. The article also notes Air Force football’s longest trip next fall to Annapolis to play Navy on October 20.
The New England Patriots face a tough start under coach Chuck Fairbanks as plans hinge on a strong draft. Key players include Jim Plunkett at quarterback and receivers Darryl Stingley and Randy Vataha, while running backs and line depth raise concerns. Linebacking and secondary show gaps, with rookie Bruce Barnes and possible contributions from Julius Adams and Dave Rowe.
Maine Hardware remains unbeaten in the men’s Riverside Arena league after a 91 win over Kennebunk. Ted Casey led the Hawks with four goals and two assists as Jim Gilman nearly earned a second shutout with 18 saves. Next, Maine Hardware faces Portland Corsairs on Sunday at 5:30 at Riverside Arena.
In Arlington Carlton Fisk hits two homers and drives in the winning run as the Boston Red Sox rally past the Texas Rangers 5-4. Marty Pattin tosses 5 2 3 scoreless innings of three hit relief to preserve the win.
Kansas City tops New York 6-2 behind Steve Busby who earned his 12th win with Doug Bird securing the save after relief in the ninth. The Royals break a four game slide, while the Orioles maintain first in the AL East with an 8th straight win 4-3 over Minnesota.
The Giants improve to 11-0 in extra innings with a 6-4 victory over the Expos in 11 innings. Don McMahon, aging veteran, entered in the 10th and earned the win as Gary Matthews drove the decisive run in the 11th after LarLintz mishandled a relay.
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