Biddeford and York Lead Slated Local Games Tonight
Biddeford visits Cheverus at the Portland Exposition Building while Wells travels to York in a Western Maine showdown. Portland hosts St Louis after a 61 53 season opener win, and Thornton Academy faces an alumni quintet as Old Orchard Beach and Thornton Freshmen clash at Linnell Gym tomorrow night.
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Leonard St. Jean Signs With Patriots
The Boston Patriots announced the signing of Leonard St. Jean a 238 pound defensive end from Northern Michigan. Drafted in the 10th round of the AFL draft the club swapped two early rounds to acquire him. St. Jean from Newbury Mass blocked four placement kicks this past season including two field goals and two conversions.
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Celtics Beat Knicks 143 140 Without Russell In Providence
Celtics win their 9th straight on neutral court as Bill Russell misses due to thigh injury. Lovellette steps to center with 20 points while Sam Jones 34 and Havlicek 32 pace Boston in a high scoring victory over New York despite a 49 point Knicks fourth quarter.
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Maris Accepts Lower Salary With Yankees for 1964
New York AP Roger Maris agreed to a reasonable cut from his top 72000 salary for 1964 while Yankee GM Ralph Houk expressed eagerness to sign Mickey Mantle. Mantle, fully recovered from knee surgery, is not expected to face a similar cut as talks begin on term details for next season.
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Chicago Attack Is Rated Even With Pittsburgh Club
New York Giants coach Robustelli says the Chicago Bears and the Pittsburgh Steelers rate about the same offensively. Giants coach Allie Sherman notes the Bears have a better offense than many think and can hurt you if you’re not on your toes.
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San Diego Favored To Clinch AFL Western Division
San Diego Chargers face a must win or tie against Denver to secure the AFL Western Division title as Sid Gillman clashes with his former underlings Faulkner and Davis. Oakland, Kansas City, and New York await results from a tense Sunday finale amid playoff implications and salary-drive headlines.
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Blind golfers play a rainout match in Philadelphia
About ten years ago George Fazio and Pete D Angelis tried a blindfolded match against Bob Allman and Charley Boswell at Manufacturers Country Club. The round was halted after three holes due to rain as the blind players staggered along while the sighted opponents stayed close to par. Bud Lewis, a local pro, notes blind golfers can reach the 70s over 18 holes with proper coaching.
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Bud) Lewis
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Killebrew Wins AL Slugging Crown With .555 Average
Harm on Killebrew led the American League slugging race in 1963 with 286 bases in 515 at bats finishing ahead of Bob Allison Elston Howard Dick Stuart and Jimmie Hall. Mantle previously held the title in 1961 and 1962 with .687 .605 and .622 last season but injuries limited him. Minimum 502 plate appearances required for eligibility.
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Emile Griffith Favored Over Rubin Carter
In Pittsburgh the welterweight champ Emile Griffith fights Rubin Carter in a ten round non title bout televised nationally. Griffith seeks a shot at middleweight champ Joey Giardello while Carter, No. two middleweight, vows a knockout to prove he belongs at middleweight.
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St Francis Falls to UMP in Biddeford Hoop Tilt
University of Maine at Portland defeated St Francis College 88 to 76 in Biddeford Pool. UM P led 50 to 38 at halftime, then withstood a late St Francis surge as Fred West sealed the win with three fast baskets. UMP reserves beat St Francis junior Knights 63 to 59 in the opener.
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Ski Conditions Report From New England Councils
New England ski reports show varying trail baselines and ratings across six states. Maine Pleasant Mountain base 3 6 NF. New Hampshire North Base 0 4 min 5 10 max. South Base 5 10 with Brookline and TImple Mountain at novice G. Vermont North Base 2 15 min 14 18 max with Jay Peak and Mad River listed FG or GF. Central and South Base 2 7 min 3 18 max including Bromley Burrington Hill Carinthia Killington Mt Ascutney Mt Snow North G South G. Okemo Mt NF Stratton Mt G Woodstock FG. Massachusetts Berkshire Base 1 3 min 3 14 max with Bousquets Jiminy Peak Mt Tom Otis Ridge Thunder Mt PF. East Base 0 14 Boston Hill Bradford Tow s Hamilton Slopes Priests FG. Rhode Island Diamond Hill base 10 E. Connecticut Base 3 12.
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Holiday college tourneys open its merry whirl this week
The Associated Press reports the start of Christmas tournaments with Kentucky hosting Wisconsin in the UK Invitational at Lexington and Princeton facing Wake Forest. Other first rounds include Michigan State vs California, Arizona State vs Oklahoma, Maryland vs Tennessee, Virginia Tech against LSU, Tulane vs Texas Western, and William and Mary versus Arkansas State. Duke’s Blue Devils highlight the Bluebonnet Classic, while Wichita State and New Mexico also post wins amid a light national schedule.
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Liberty Bowl Troubles Loom Over Philadel Phia Stadium
A.P. reports the Liberty Bowl faces weather, finances, and protest trouble. NC State and Mississippi State, top teams, meet at 102,000-seat Philadelphia Stadium with NBC national TV coverage. Dudley forecasts a small crowd and personal losses. NAACP protests loom over MSU involvement amid cold, snowy conditions.
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