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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Aug 30, 1972

Page

6

Spitz Sets Third World Record at Olympics

Mark Spitz, 22, Indiana University dental student, won his third gold and set his third world record in the men’s 200-meter freestyle with a 1:52.78 as the United States extended its lead with 15 medals. Beverly Gould and Sandra Neilson also shone in women’s events, while the U S basketball team beat Cuba 68-48 to stay unbeaten.

Munich Mark Spitz United States Indiana University Dental Spitz Mark Wenden Australia UCLA Steve Genter Lake Wood Calif Werner Lampe West Germany East Germany Soviet Union California Golden State Sandra Neilson el Monte Shane Gould Miss Gould Miss Nielson Shirley Babashoff Fountain Valley Beveraly Whitfield Dana Sc Roland Matthes Mike Stamm San Diego Jerry Murphy Hinsdale Miss Schoenfield Cuba U.S Brazil Pedro Chappe Jim Brewer University of Minnesota Reggie Jones Newark N.J Valeri Tregubov America Canada Bruce Bradley Long Beach Bulgaria Norak Nurikyan Japan Italy Angelo Scalzone Sandra

Spitz faces pressure as Munich prepares for seven golds likely

Debye Meyer, 1968 triple gold medalist, looks at Mark Spitz in Munich. She notes Spitz has matured, may win seven golds, and contrasts his growth with the 1968 Mexico City pressure. Meyer shares personal insight on fame, privacy, and the glare of headlines.

Debbie Meyer U.S Mexico City Associated Press Munich Mark Spitz Spitz Sacramento Calif Lar Mark Mexico

Barr Sets Outs Mark In Giants Loss To Cardinals

San Francisco pitcher Jim Barr failed to complete a perfect game as Bernie Carbo doubled in the 9th to end Barrs 41 straight outs bid and the Cardinals edged the Giants 3 0 in a key National League contest. The loss followed Barrs 2 hit shutout against Pittsburgh last week.

Associated Press San Francisco Jim Barr Pittsburgh St. Louis Bernie Carbo Cardinals Harvey Haddix Milwaukee Braves New York Mets Cincinnati Houston Philadelphia Chicago Cubs Los Angeles San Diego Montreal Atlanta California Detroit Baltimore Minnesota Oakland Cleveland Boston Chicago White Sox New York Yankees Texas Ares City Milwaukee Barr Giants Charlie Fox University of Southern California Reggie Cleveland Barr Dave Kingman Dwain Anderson Dave Rader Leo Durocher Lee May Mac Searce Cesar Cedeno Oscar Gamble Astros New York Jim

Inflation grips Munich Games as 195 golds awarded

AP reports the 1972 Munich Olympics will distribute 195 gold medals over 16 days, with prior totals noted from Rome 1960 to Mexico City 1968. U.S. heavyweight Chris Taylor, 22, trains in a Death Valley shirt, while jockey Jorge Velasquez tops New York riding standings with 205 wins and over 2.16 million dollars in earnings in 1971.

Munich Rome Tokyo Mexico City Jorge Velasquez New York Ard Schenk

Downs At A Glance Scarborough Downs Racing Card

Racing program lists ten races at Scarborough Downs with 5 furlong sprints up to a one mile event. Notable entrants include Mops Image and Circle Of Gold in early races and Heliotropine in the feature mile, with purses around 1000 dollars per race and a 1200 dollar seventh race.

Scarborough Downs Cooper Thompson Ristalea Gaffney Admiral Haggard Vosler Stoney Miss DeOlera Witty One Sure Lass Pion Grumpy Circle of Gold Saint Mops Simmonds King’s Kettle Mocount McNerney Carterana Dube Secret River Roman Reign Briggs Goya Crispin Running Board Strong Mark C Marion M.J.G Meansville Flyer Balladyna Marshman Arroyo Vobiscoum Meredrum Sparkng Knowles Fillmore Flyer Black Mast Kopy Charging Scott Vaughn Mysterious Cat Parke Sullivan Celtic Air Dufficy Smith High Aim McLain Aunt Mousse Louie Carter TooTow Lowell Mamas Ulcer Jiannine Babij Sartorious Gascoigne Libretto Hartt Creeping Bear Lady Rue Vaughan Rapid Charger Mary’s Flight Vester Windsor Calm Kaplis Helioroad Tangeloa Hansen Jones Parziale Lingspar Act Davis Miss Mallard Morrison Combustion Hill Demon Ruska Baribault G Marie Wait

Baseball Standings and Results From A Busy Week

The standings show teams like Pittsburgh and Chicago in the top sections with records and percentages. Tuesday results include Chicago 2, Los Angeles 1 and New York 3, Cincinnati 0 with several others. Wednesday and Thursday schedules feature matchups across leagues including Montreal Atlanta and Philadelphia Houston with top pitchers noted.

W. L. Pet G.B. Pittsburgh Chicago New York St. Louis Montreal Philadelphia S Es Ae Cincinnati Houston Los Angeles Atlanta San Francisco San Diego Cincinnati Pittsburgh Philadelphia John Jenkins McAnally Niekro Arlin Kison Matlack Gullett Carlton Reuss Willoughby Gibson

Knights of Columbus Bowling League Opens Season

The Knights of Columbus Bowling League begins its 13th season at 20th Century Lanes on Thursday September 7 at 6 30. Eight five man teams compete with defending champions the Bears facing tough rivals the Eagles Browns and Redskins. organizers urge uncontacted bowlers to contact John Letourneau Armand Bergeron or Nick Gillis.

Knights of Columbus John Letourneau Armand Bergeron Nick Gillis Bears Eagles Browns Redskins

Mixed Couples Bowling League Plans New Season

The Mixed Couples Bowling League meets Thursday at 6 30 PM at Pastime Lanes to set rules and start plans for the season. Prospective teams should contact Don Bouthot or arrive at the Alleys by 6 30.

Don Bouthot

League balance hints at champions this season

The Lions, Packers, Colts and Giants could claim the league title as balance remains even. Bowlers should arrive at least 15 minutes early on opening night to finalize rules for the 1972 73 season. Top prizes await top teams and outstanding bowlers, plus the annual banquet at season end.

Lions Packers Colts Giants

Patriots Add Greg Slough From Raiders in Bid to Bolster Linebackers

The New England Patriots acquire linebacker Greg Slough from the Oakland Raiders for a future draft choice. Slough, a 1971 Raiders starter, joins a reshaped defense after the team trimmed to 49 players and released several veterans and rookies. In other notes, Ard Schenk and Karl Schranz join Dutch and Austrian TV crews for the Munich Games.

Foxboro Mass New England Patriots Broncos Denver Patriots Greg Slough Oakland Raiders Slough Oakland Raiders Dan Hardaway Dicky Arndt Odell Lawison Alfred Sykes Mike Haggerty Perry Pruett Steve Goepel Brian Baima Bill Griffin Jeff Kolbert Mitch Robertson

Boat Season Is Here Buy Or Sell With Want Ad Section 53

Boat season arrives prompting readers to use want ads section 53 to buy or sell boats. Advertisers highlight listings for vessels, accessories, and related services with contact details likely included in the classifieds.

Justice Delays and Scandals Mark Olympic Refereeing

At Munich Olympics, boxing, wrestling, and basketball refereeing draw criticism for bias and poor calls. U S heavyweight Chris Taylor’s elimination ends his event. Reggie Jackson’s disputed decision against Valery Tregubov prompts review of referees’ standards and pay. The incident sparks protests and quotes from Nino Benvenuti on race and fairness.

Munich U.S Chris Taylor Reggie Jackson Valery Tregubov Soviet Union Hank Iba Jones Olympic Boxing Palace Nino Benevenuti Benvenuti

Revolution Boiling Again In The Olympic Village

Suzy Chaffee leads a new campaign in Munich demanding more rights and funding for amateur athletes. The World Sports Foundation pushes a six language petition calling for training control, expense coverage, education, coaching pay, and media remuneration while engaging IOC leaders to present its aims.

Munich Suzy Olympic Village Suzanne Chaffee Hofbrauhus Marienplatz New York Jack Kelly Philadelphia World Sports Foundation Chaffee Sapporo Japan Lord Killanin International Olympic Committee

Registration Slated For Biddeford Youth Football

Biddeford Youth Football announces registration at St. Joseph's Parish Hall on Aug. 30 for 8 and 9 year olds from 6 to 8 p.m. and Aug. 31 for 10 and 11 year olds from 6 to 9 p.m. An adult must accompany each registrant. last year the league had 268 boys.

Biddeford St. Joseph’s Parish Hall Normand R. Boucher Boucher

Jim Klick Stars For Dolphins With 1076 Yard Season

Jim Klick, formerly of Wyoming, amassed 1076 yards for the Miami Dolphins last season 738 rushing and 338 receiving.

Jim Klick Wyoming Miami Dolphins

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