Wells Upset Thomaston In Western Maine Tourney
Wells High School stunned top-ranked Thomaston 64-51 in the opening day at Lewiston Armory. Eighth-seeded Wells led most of the game, with Filson scoring 22 and strong rebounding. Don Bridges added 14 and Bob Alexandre 10 for Wells, while Thomaston’s Don Strong posted 14 and Jim Stron 13.
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Standings, bids shaped for NCAA NIT in college hoops
Eleven teams accepted post season bids as NCAA and NIT fields were set. Loyola Chicago and NYU lead the NCAA at large picks while Miami Florida Texas Western Oklahoma City join the NIT contenders. Regular-season races remain unsettled across the Big Ten Big Eight and SEC.
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Tigers Face Stags In Tourney Opener At Portland
Biddeford Tigers under coach Art Descoteaux meet fourth-ranked Cheverus High in the Western Maine II tournament opener at the Portland Exposition Building. The teams split two regular-season games with Biddeford rallying from 17 down for a 62-57 win and Cheverus prevailing 62-59 in a later rematch. Lead scorers for Biddeford are Paul Twomey and Ken Chenard, while Red Bineau’s health could impact the matchup.
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Biddeford League Deadlocks After Triple Tie Runoff
The Biddeford city basketball league ends regular play in a three way deadlock as Prescott Metal edges White Star 48 to 45 to join Merchants Express and White Star atop the standings. Merchants Express then routs York Heel 55 to 36, forcing a playoff schedule at Biddeford Junior High with games tonight and a possible Metalmen title if first-game winner drops the final. Red Fleurant sinks late free throws for Prescott Metal, while Bill Oakes tops scoring with 17.
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Teachers Allied Battle For Saco Diadem Tonight
The Teachers and Allied chase first place in the Saco Recreation League after wins last night at George A Emery Gym. Teachers lead Allied by half a game with 92 to 93. Western Auto falls to 49 48 in overtime. Allied beat Saco Tanning 70 49. Martin leads Allied with 24 points while Nason has 20 for Tanning.
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Jay Happier After Large Raise With Reds Signing
Cincinnati Reds signed right hander Jay Happier to a new contract amid a sizable raise after his 21 win season in 1962. General manager Bill DeWitt announced the deal, noting the raise as substantial. Other pitchers Chuck Estrada and Larry Sherry also signed for reduced salaries with potential future bonuses.
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Pro Basketball Monday Schedule Highlights
Chicago versus Syracuse in New York anchors Monday as Detroit visits New York City and Cincinnati plays Boston in an afternoon slate. Los Angeles travels to San Francisco while Cincinnati hosts Syracuse and Boston visits Detroit on Wednesday.
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Football risk lies in ride to practice says expert
Dr. Jack C. Hughston of Memorial Hospital in Chapel Hill notes that the greatest hazard for players is the automobile trip to practice rather than practice itself. He quips that if a player can survive the ride without a wreck he has a good chance of a safe scrimmage.
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Alumni Tourney Pairings Set For York County Invite
A Wednesday 7 p.m. meeting at St Joseph parish hall Biddeford will pair teams for the York County Invitational basketball tourney hosted by the St. Louis Alumni Association. The event runs Feb 26 to Mar 2 with White Star Elm Laundry Dutremble Brothers John s Texaco Roy and Perreault Saco Tanning Shield s Meats Old Orchard Beach Townies Kennebunkport Warriors Wells Townies and a stand by Kennebunk Trotters. Officials named include Philaudette Bert Gagne Jim Goudouros Amedeo Miniutti Tony Tsomides and Norm Sylvestre.
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Montreal Toronto Hockey Result No Games Monday
Montreal at Toronto and Boston at New York were not played Monday or Tuesday as hockey results listing shows no games on those dates.
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Cheese Patties With Nuts for Snack Time
Mix several soft cheeses from the refrigerator. Combine thoroughly and shape into patties. Chill briefly. Press chopped walnuts or pecans onto the surface. Serve with crackers as a snack.
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No Return Bout Clause Draws Some High Praise
New York AP reports the World Council of Professional Boxing barred return bout contracts for title fights effective July 1. Nat Fleischer calls it the most constructive boxing legislation in years, while Harry Markson says it ends shotgun contracts. Harold Johnson cautions on rematches for close fights but agrees the measure broadens title opportunities. Gil Clancy supports rematches before defending a title.
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Bowling results from Pastime Lanes weekly leagues
Holy Name league at Pastime Lanes shows Notre Dame 159 Holy Cross 13 Georgetown 11 St. Mary's records list Holy Cross 1230 top totals while J Minuitti leads with 359 singles and 145 in three strings. In Saco Footwear League 18th week Vulcanizers lead with team total 1,595 and three strings 408 by L Beaulieu and 169 in single.
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Frank Lary Tests Arm in 25 Minute Comeback
Dodgers star Frank Lary, returning from a shoulder injury, pitched 25 minutes in a Tigers minor league camp exhibition in Lakeland Florida. He showed breaking pitches for the first time since 1962, impressing manager Bob Scheffing and keeping Yankees wary of a potential revival.
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Why Not You Car Financing Through April 1960
Car ad lists 1959 Mercury Monterey 4 door hardtop with power features and low mileage, plus 1956 Plymouth Savoy 2 door with seat covers in immaculate condition. Ventura Pontiac four door hardtop offered with R and H, auto, PS, PB, and one owner.
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