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Newspaper

Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Aug 28, 1969

Page

6

Romo the wandering pitcher back with Red Sox

Vicente Romo, missing again from the Boston bullpen, rejoined as a starter after a 36 hour disappearance in Chicago. He earned a 4-3 complete game win over Kansas City, lifting his record to 2-1 as a starter and 5-9 overall, as manager Dick Williams explained Romo cannot afford a big fine.

Associated Press Vicente Romo Boston Red Sox Romo Chicago Dick Williams Kansas Baltimore Seattle New York Atlanta Pittsburgh Cincinnati Houston San Francisco Philadelphia San Diego Los Angeles Montreal Red Sox Williams Vicente

Baseball results recap from a busy score-filled day

Missing Again in the ninth tied the Royals with Romo as Pat Kelly earlier homered for KC. The Red Sox won on a late ninth inning rally with Scott and Gibson delivering, O’Brien driving in the decisive run. Petrocelli homered for Boston. Kilkenny held Oakland to three singles as Detroit beat the A’s. Stanley and Matchick plated runs for Kilkenny against Hunter. Perry pitched a four-hitter to defeat Washington with Roseboro driving in two. Reichardt delivered a bases-loaded triple in the 10th to lift California over Cleveland after Fregosi’s homer. Orioles stopped a skid with Cuellar’s 18th win and Stottlemyre won for the Yankees as Clarke sparked two comeback rallies against the White Sox.

Royals Romo Pat Kelly Red Sox Vicente Scott Russ Gibson Dick Kofield O’brien Rico Petrocelli Mike Kilkenny Detroit Tigers Oakland Mickey Stanley Tom Matchick Kilkenny Catfish Hunter Minnesota Jim Perry Washington Perry John Roseboro Twins Lee Maye Senators Rick Reichardt California Cleveland Sam McDowell Jim Fregosi McDowell Rudy May Joe Azcue Sandy Alomar Fregosi Reichardt Frank Robinson Orioles Seattle Baltimore Mike Cuellar Pilots Cuellar Mel Stottlemyre Yankees Horace Clarke New York White Sox Clarke

Downs At A Glance Tonight Post Time 8

Downs at a Glance notes the track's nightly program with Downs at a Glance and a post time of eight. The brief lists the evening card and pacing and trotting races expected. Weather and track conditions are not provided in the fragment.

Sanford Team Dominates Components In Biddeford Softball

In a high scoring night at Memo Babare Field Biddeford Sprague and team components faced tough competition as Sanford’s squad delivered a commanding performance on the field and at the plate. Roster notes highlight Crafty Sweetie and others among key performers while the game featured a late rally and standout pitching. A separate horse racing note from Salem N H reports Diamond Back winning the Smith Memorial Futurity by two lengths in front of 10,340 spectators.

Moriarty Amy W. Strong Pichette Steineman Gabriele Roblarry Jo’s Barr Craycraft la Fleche Windy T Knowles Tuller Moon Romance Walker Ss. S. Brandy Mpson Windsor Moon Cooper Dublin Pride Thompson Boss Bel Cree Luigi Cruz Deboise Tuller Reliant Furiongs Laurel Walkermarre Battleship Gray Gabriele Nents Rochambess Cmd Faircap Zak Marines A Diamond Seventienna Fortense Riving Sullivan U Little Rouge Reynolds Ee Cooper F.cowens Anderson Coons i Carll Ghost Demers Charmaine Gabriele Vewett Dee Wee Steineman Baron Rayo Pasquarelli Dionne Gabriele Stewart B. Cousens Miles Lapierre Knowles ‘Lessard Halley Craycraft Royal Staff Cooper Admiral Whiskit Tarbox Sprague T. Cousens McCann Cote Jewett Dionne Lessard Cote McCann Components Farley Daigle Tardif Plate Goulette Salem. N.H Rockingham Park

Oilers Vie For Texas Pro Title In Astrodome Showdown

The Houston Oilers seek the Texas Pro Championship in a sellout Astrodome clash with the Dallas Cowboys, aiming to snap Dallas’s grip on the title as both teams enter a 2-1 preseason. Craig Morton directs Dallas attack against Oilers rookie Beathard, while guard Leroy Keyes eyes action for Philadelphia Giants.

Associated Press Houston Oilers Dallas Cowboys Astrodome Wally Lemm Oilers Dallas Craig Baynham Les Shy Lemm Craig Morton Don Meredith Morton Cowboys Houston Pete Beathard Beathard Orton Kansas City Chiefs Cardinals St. Louis Chiefs San Francisco Oakland Minnesota Jets New York Boston Denver Eagles Pete Ratzlaff Leroy Keyes Giants Keyes Purdue Tucker Frederickson Philadelphia Tom Woodeshick Rams Clancy Williams George Allen Allen Williams Washington State

Stop And Shop Wam Ad Section Featured On Page Seven to Nine

The page range Stop And Shop highlights the Wam Ad section, listing weekly deals and promotions. Readers find limited time discounts, featured products, and store hours within the nine page spread.

Scarborough Race Results Chronicle at One Mile Event

Race results list across five races at Scarborough, detailing winners, payouts, and times. Notable entries include First $900 winner Missing Page, Lovely Gloves second, and Time 1:49. Other races feature Cour tesy Tudor, Bizco cho, Me N Jet, Pay Envelo pe, with pools and additional runners listed.

Scarborough Missing Page Parent Lovely Gloves Chia Hill Rod Con Alson Dunaman Espalaris Modelo Good Hope Courtesy Tudor Cooper Jeepers Crow Strong Lurtor Knowles Black Wonder Gold Curve Or Royal la Fea One Fortune Aily Bizco‘cho Pasquarelli Gedillah Pichette Anderson John Smith Me N Jet Mr. Kay Baribault Tommy Magee Reynolds Dromore Thompson Hubert V Metivier Spartan Dream Rome Adventure

Ga Be's Lure Wins Hinsdale Pace At Hinsdale Raceway

Ga Be's Lure driven by George won the Athol Exchange Club pace at Hinsdale Raceway on Wednesday night in 2 06 1 5 for a $5 60 payout.

Hinsdale N.H Gabe George Athol Exchange Club Hinsdale Raceway

Races Summarized Five Thoroughbred Finishes and Payouts

Results from six races at six furlongs and one mile events show Miss Rapeed winning the sixth with War Columbia second and April Angel third, time 1 14. Also Ran names follow. Quinela pool paid 21.80 with pool $8,562. Attendance 2,684 handle $107,346.

Miss Rapeed Thompson War Columbia Cooper April Angel Gabriele Brother Duck Optimus Hopeful Moose Red and Black Royal Bobby Quinela Pool Humphreys Steineman Dr. Flax Pasquarelli Flying Jim Strong Handsome Choice Labyrinth Paul Mark Inorep Robbie Fame Walker Hoanani Parent Glenn General Action Bellenay Star Tumbler Requerido la Handle

Men's Handicap Rolloff Series Continues at Biddeford

The 16th weekly men's handicap rolloffs are set for tomorrow at 7:30 PM at 20th Century Lanes on Franklin Street in Biddeford. Defending champion newcomer Bob Maurice aims to repeat after last week's easy win as entrants vie for five-game prizes and a potential bonus shot. previous winners include Bob Marcotte Jerry Giles Don Bouffard and others.

20Th Century Lanes Franklin Street Biddeford Bob Maurice Bob Marcotte Jerry Giles Don Bouffard Don Raybine Don Hebert Jerry Fleurent Jimmy Owens Charlie Martel Ernest Jennison Leroy Kalex Eee

League Keglers Prep For 1969-70 Season

The Men's Merchant's and Trade bowling leagues in Biddeford plan a pre-season meeting at 20th Century Lanes on Franklin Street next Tuesday evening. Captains or reps must attend as plans for the season are laid out. Teams listed include Gregoire's Esso, Archie's Variety, John Texaco, 20th Century Comets, Sevigny's Market, and others with potential additions.

Gregoire Esso Rchant’s Express John’s Texaco Jet Donovan's Vending Dube's Roland L. Petit Co Doe's Tavern Sneider’s Market Archie’s Variety 20Th Century Comets Eddie’s Taxi Sevigny’s Nick G 20Th Century Lanes

Fair to Middlin Wins Pownal Dash at $1700 Purse

POWNAL VT AP Fair to Middlin takes the lead in a tight finish to win the $1700 purse as spectators watched the race unfold. Jockey and track officials reported a smooth run with the favorite drawing clear late to secure the win.

Pownal

Royals Lose Out as Syd O Brien Wins Fifth Ninth

Boston beat Kansas City 4 3 as Syd O Brien delivered a bases loaded ninth inning single for the Red Sox. O Brien, a versatile infielder, praised for power speed and defense, impressed Royals manager Joe Gordon, who still eyes a potential trade.

Kansas City Royals Syd O Brien O’brien Sydney RBI Russ Gibson Boston Dick Williams Royals Red Sox Joe Gordon The O'Brien Gordon

Seven Aaseng Feature at Green Mountain Park Race

A feature race at Green Mountain Park Wednesday night produced a 1 minute 29.3 second time in the seven lap event, with Aaseng leading the field and setting a pace that thrilled spectators.

Green Mountain Park

TWUA CIO League Meeting Scheduled for Biddeford

The TWUA CIO men bowling league holds its pre season annual meeting next Tuesday at 7:30 PM at Pastime Lanes Main Street Biddeford. Normand Daignault chair asks last year's captains or reps to attend to register teams. New teams should bring a representative to ensure registration. The league plans to start Monday Sept 8 at 6 30 PM.

T.W.U.A. C.I.0 Pastime Main Street Biddeford Normand Daignault Daignault

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