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Newspaper

Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Dec 09, 1963

Page

6

Steelers Keep Title Hopes Alive In Close Dallas Fight

The Steelers fate remained tied to a must-win at New York after a 19-17 deficit at Dallas. Ed Brown's fake punt setup a key drive, Theron Sapp’s 24-yard run sealed a 1:53 TD, lifting Pittsburgh to 7-3-3 while the Giants led 10-3. The Bears, Packers, Lions and Browns also impressed or hurt title hopes as Week's end.

Associated Press Pittsburgh Steelers New York Steelers Dallas Giants Washington Pittsburgh Ed Brown Red Mack Theron Sapp Chicago Bears San Francisco Green Bay Los Angeles Packers Chicago Bears Detroit Lions Cleveland Browns St. Louis Philadelphia Charlie Johnson Johnny Unitas Baltimore Minnesota Cowboys Sam Baker Don Meredith Brown Buddy Dial Preston Carpenter Lou Michaels Willie Galimore Rams Jim Taylor Earl Morrall Terry Barr Morrall Gail Cogdill Wayne Walker Frank Ryan Darris McCord Johnson Cardinals Bobby Joe Conrad Joe Childress Sonny Randle Unitas Gilchrist Bills New Yorkers Raiders San Diego Cotton Davidson Art Powell

Defense Lifts Boston To Win Over Oilers

The Associated Press notes a Boston win powered by defense while offensive efforts are praised by a player. The game description highlights defensive strength as a key factor in the victory over the Oilers, with Buffalo singled out for needing less defensive help, led by Cookie Gilchrist in the AFL program.

Boston Oilers Associated Press Oakland Kansas City Buffalo Cookie Gilchrist

Tigers and Eagles Fall in Portland Hoop Doubleheader

In Portland the Deering High Tigers lost 48 44 to Biddeford High after a late surge, while St Louis High fell to Portland High 61 53. Key players included Twomey and Clifford for Deering and Agreste Caouette Lynch for Portland, with free throws and late baskets shaping both results.

Portland Deering Biddeford Tigers Exposition Building Rams St. Louis Tiger Paul Twomey Chuck Clifford Twomey Steward The Purple Harriman Clifford Lable Buddy Basso Jeff Hannon Haywood St. Louis High Eagles Saints Ed Lynch Steve Dinsmore Dick Lynch Bulldogs Dick Agreste Ted Caouette Joe Davis Deering High Brazier Hayward Hamilton DeWaters Wormwood Hannon Magee Basso Stewart Sandler Dunton Day Lee Truman Hebert Kostis Murphy J. Allen Dinsmore Flaherty Davis Cameron D. Allen Johnson Neilson Lynch O'Connell Agreste Rege Dutremble Arcand Caouette Dodge

Toronto Leafs Stride In Hockey Standings On Five-Game Run

The Toronto Maple Leafs extended their unbeaten streak to five with a 5-3 win over Detroit, moving into second place eight points behind the Chicago Black Hawks as Montreal sits a game behind. The win featured contributions from Dave Keon, Bob Nevin, George Armstrong, and Red Kelly, while Kelly set up two Toronto goals.

Toronto Chicago Black Hawks Leafs Elder Statesman Redelly Red Wings Detroit Hawks Montreal Canadiens New York Rangers Boston Bruins Kelly Dave Keon George Armstrong Eddie Shack Bob Nevin Oakland San Diego Raiders Chargers Boston Houston Patriots Kansas City Chiefs Denver

Bowdoin Wins On College Bowl

Bowdoin College dominates on the television quiz show College Bowl defeating Ripon College 375 to 135 on Sunday night. Ripon had won the four prior weeks, and Bowdoin now earns the title of team to beat with next Sunday’s challenger not announced.

New York Bowdoin College Brunswick Maine Ripon College Ripon Bowdoin

Kerr Reaches 10000 Points In 126-116 Win

Johnny Kerr scoring burst helps the 76ers beat Cincinnati 126-116 as Kerr finishes with 10 016 points. Hal Greer adds 30 and Costello 24 while Oscar Robertson leads Kansas City with 32 in an NBA Sunday slate. Chamberlain sinks two late free throws as San Francisco tops Los Angeles 114-112.

Associated Press Johnny Kerr Wilt Chamberlain Kerr Philadelphia National Basketball Association Cincinnati Chamberlain San Francisco Los Angeles Boston Baltimore New York St. Louis 76Ers Hal Greer Larry Costello al Bianchi Oscar Robertson Royals Jerry Lucas

Bucyk Boosts Bruins in 2 2 Tie With Rangers

Boston earns a 2-2 National Hockey League tie as Johnny Bucyk, pegged by coach Milt Schmidt as lifting the team when he is going right, drives the offense with a late, pad- through goal. He had assisted on Murray Oliver’s 10th goal and paired with Oliver and Williams on a potent line. Bruins remain tied with the Rangers for fifth place, while Chicago leads ahead.

NEW York Boston Bruins Milt Schmidt Johnny Bucyk Bucyk Bruins Gil Villemure Murray Oliver Camille Henry Phil Goyette Ranger Boston BCW Tommy Williams Oliver Bueyk Schmidt Chicago Thursay

Navy Favours Texas in Cotton Bowl Showdown

Navy, ranked second to Texas, edged Army 21 15 in Philadelphia to earn a Cotton Bowl bid. The Middies led 21 7, with Army rallying late, and Navy accepted the New Year’s Day Dallas game. The Cotton Bowl lineup lists Texas vs Navy amid a slate of major bowls.

Associated Press Navy Texas Wayne Hardin Army Philadelphia Longhorns Dallas Middies West Point Pittsburgh Paul Dietzel Black Knights Philadelphia Stadium Midshipmen Roger Staubach Hardin Dietzel Pitt

Giardello Captures Title From Tiger in Atlantic City

Jersey boxer Joey Giardello outpointed Nigerian Dick Tiger in 15 rounds at Convention Hall to win the world middleweight title. Giardello, 34, moved to 8-5 scoring, with Tiger weighed 159 and Giardello 158. The upset ends Tiger's three-year win streak as Giardello earned redemption and renewed hopes for his family.

Atlantic City N.J Dhama Joey Giardello Giardello Dick Tiger Pennsylvania Athletic Commission Gene Fullmer Tiger Sonny Liston Joey Convention Hall Paul Cavalier

Hockey Results From National League Standings

National Hockey League standings show Chicago leading with 38 games played and 86 goals for in a 16 3 6 row. Toronto Montreal Boston New York Detroit entries follow with varied records and goal totals. Week results include Toronto 3 Chicago 0 and Montreal 5 Detroit 2 among Saturday games and Chicago 3 Montreal 0 Sunday. Upcoming schedule lists no games today and Tuesday slate pending.

National Hockey League Associated Press Chicago Toronto Detroit SF. Oe New York Boston Montreal

Randall Wins Sportsmanship Trophy At Wonderbar Banquet

Biddeford High senior Ken Randall will receive the annual good sportsmanship trophy from the Ancient Order of Hibernians Division 2. Chairman Fred Hayes announced. The award will be presented Dec. 18 at the Wonderbar Steak House. Randall, a scrapper noted by coach Neil Serpico, entered school as a 4 11 to 98 pound freshman and will graduate weighing 130 pounds on a 5 2 frame. Serpico praised his practice loyalty and willingness to endure punishment without seeking sympathy.

Biddeford High Ken Randall Order of Hibernians Fred Hayes Wonderbar Neil Serpico Randall

Kentucky Wildcats Living Up To Pre-Season Rating

Kentucky coach Adolph Rupp still doubts his ninth ranked team after a 3-0 start. Kentuckys 95-63 win over Northwestern highlighted the early season, with Cotton Nash and Ted Deeken scoring 56 in the game as the Wildcats look to build on last seasons 16-9 mark. The national scene showed Duke, Kansas, Ohio State, and others in pursuit as top programs posted strong openers.

Kentucky Wildcats Associated Press Adolph Rupp University of Kentucky Wildcats Cagey Baron Blue Grass Virginia Texas Tech Rupp Northwestern North Carolina Lexington Cotton Nash Ted Deeken Big Ten Deeken Nash Kentucky Chicago Loyola NYU Ramblers Violets North Dakota Kent State Cornell Tulsa Duke Blue Devils Morgantown W.va Ohio State West Virginia Kansas Art Becker Wichita Dave Stallworth Prise St. John’s Newark Michigan Wolverines Tulane Nebraska Oregon State Washington

Eastern and Western NBA Standings and Scores

The Associated Press reports the NBA standings with teams such as Boston Cincinnati Philadelphia New York Los Angeles St Louis San Francisco Baltimore Detroit and others. Notable results include Cincinnati edging New York 116 to 105 and St Louis defeating Philadelphia 129 to 120. Upcoming games list Baltimore at Los Angeles and St Louis at Philadelphia among others.

Associated Press New York Pittsburgh St. Ouis Cleveland Dallas Washington Philadelphia Chicago Green Bay Baltimore Detroit Los Angeles Minnesota San Francisco St. Louis National Basketball Association W. L. Pet. G.B Boston Cincinnati San Fran Oakland

Davis Captures Batting Crown for 1963 NL

In Cincinnati AP reports Tommy Davis of the Los Angeles Dodgers secured the 1963 National League batting title with a .321 average, finishing six points ahead of Roberto Clemente. Clemente hit .320, while Hank Aaron and Dick Groat each batted .319. Aaron also tied Willie McCovey for 44 homers, led in RBIs with 130 and scored 121 runs.

Cincinnati Tommy Davis Davis Los Angeles Dodgers Pittsburgh Roberto Clemente Clemente Hank Aaron Milwaukee Dick Groat St. Louis

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