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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Mar 24, 1964

Page

6

Skowron Homers Again as Senators Struggle

Washington's Bill Skowron hits two two run homers to lead a 7-3 win over the Dodgers after returning from a back injury. The 33 year old veteran has endured a career hampered by injuries and personal turmoil but shows promise for the Senators. Frank Howard aims to sign with the Dodgers and Jim Umbricht remains hospitalized after a cancer operation last year. Other exhibitions see multiple MLB teams win or lose in spring action.

Associated Press Bill Skowron Washington Senators New York Yankees Los Angeles Dodgers Fnally Senators Atmoshere Washington Dodgers Skowron AMA Journal New Jersey AP News Vero Beach Fila Sandy Koufax Koufax Yankees Sandy Los Angeles Buzzie Bavasi Dodger Buzzie al Campanis Mets Angels Campanis Kouax Milwaukee Warren Spahn Bavasi Chicago Frank Howard Walter O'Malley Fresco Thompson Brooklyn

Boxing Hearings Open Over Boxing Deals And Clay Title

Senate Antitrust subcommittee opens three days of hearings in Washington on alleged boxing manipulation. Senator Hart cites a $50,000 promotional fee paid to Cassius Clay before his title bout and discusses efforts to strip and restore the title amid calls for a federal boxing czar.

Washington Philip A. Hart D-Mich Hart Senate Antitrust and Monopoly Cassius Clay Sonny Liston Clay Intercontinental Promotions Inc Liston Ed Lassman World Boxing Association Lassman Intercontinental Promotions New York Illinois State Athletic Commissions WBA Senate Art Sen Estes Kefauver D-Tenn

Pro Basketball by Associated Press Monday Results

Eastern Division Semifinal Cincinnati leads best of five series 1 0 after a Cincinnati win over Philadelphia. Western Division Semifinal St Louis holds a 2 0 edge over Los Angeles heading into their game in the best of five series.

Associated Press Cincinnati Philadelphia St. Louis Los Angeles

Philadelphia Seeks to Contain Robertson in Game Two

The 76ers face the Cincinnati Royals in a pivotal second game of the Eastern Division semifinals. Oscar Robertson poured in 31 points and 16 assists to spark a 127-102 Royals win, forcing Philadelphia to win to stave off a series loss. The 76ers deployed multiple defenders but Anderson’s offense faltered as Robertson dominated.

Associated Press Philadelphia 76Ers Oscar Robertson Cincinnati Royals National Basketball Association 76Ers Royals Robertson NBA St. Louis Hawks Los Angeles Lakers Los Angeles Hawks Lakers Dolph Schayes Paul Neumann Hal Greer al Bianchi Larry Costello Chet Walker Dave Gambee

Exhibition baseball results and schedules prompt faith lift

A slate of exhibition games shows Cincinnati beating Kansas City 11 3 and Houston 11 2 over St. Louis while Washington defeats Los Angeles 7 3. Other scores include Milwaukee 4 Detroit 3 and New York 7 Minnesota 6. A separate AP item from Monroe Wisconsin reports a church sign inviting to have faith lifted.

Cincinnati Kansas City Houston St. Louis Washington Los Angeles Milwaukee Detroit New York Minnesota Chicago Philadelphia Pittsburgh Cleveland San Francisco Boston Pa Angeles York Milwakee Baltimore San Francis Monroe, Wis Evangelical United Brethren Church

Auerbach the most successful coach in basketball history

Boston scene features Red Auerbach famed for eight straight titles and a career record of over 890 wins. He describes teaching as his true love but admits basketball built his legacy with disciplined teams and star players like Bill Russell and John Havlicek.

Auerbach Boston Arnold Red) Auerbach George Washington University NBA Washington Celtics Cincinnati Bill Russell NBAA John Havlicek

Canadiens Hold First Place and Prize Money Caps Season

Montreal Canadiens, fresh from a first place NHL finish, hide in Ste. Marguerite amid hopes for a Stanley Cup payday while Toronto rests in Dearborn. Hodge earned 1000 plus Vezina bonus as Montreal led 167 goals to Chicago 169. Black Hawks bankers share 750 per player as second place reward.

Associated Press Montreal Canadiens Ste. Marguerite Laurentian Montreal Toronto Canadiens Dearborn Mich Big City Detroit Red Wings Black Hawks Chicago Charlie Hodge Glenn Hall

Elks Lead Cribbage Tourney Over Council Chagnon

The Biddeford Elks club won the eighth cribbage game against Council Chagnon by seven points at St. Jean Baptiste Home Adams Street Biddeford. Elks lead the series 468 to 459. Arthur Costellon Clinton Knight each had nine for the Elks. Wilfrid Goulet Richard Dupuis had four. For Chagnon Robert Provencher Fernand Marchand had nine. Gerard Sevigny Arthur Lemire had two.

Council Chagnon Biddeford-Saco Lodge of Elks St. Jean Baptiste Adams Street Biddeford The Elks Arthur Costellon Clinton Knight Ledge Wilfrid Goulet Richard Dupuis Robert Provencher Fernand Marchand Gerard Sevigny Arthur, Lemire

Next game set for March 30 at Elks home in Saco

The upcoming contest is scheduled for 8 p.m. on March 30 at the Elks home located on Portland Road in Saco. Local fans are invited to attend as teams prepare for the match.

Elks Portland Road Saco

Frank Ramsey Retires From Celtics After Playoffs

Boston star Frank Ramsey announces retirement from the Celtics after the playoffs. A 10 year veteran, Ramsey helped secure eight straight Eastern titles and six world crowns and cites waning body strength and desire to protect his family and partner's workload. He says he may not return even if Red Auerbach or Walter Brown ask.

Boston Frank Ramsey Boston Celtics Ramsey Bob Cousy Kentucky Celtics Army Bill Russell Tommy Heinsohn Jim Loscutoff Clyde Lovellette Willie Naulls University of Kengy Ace Minneapolis Lakers Vern Mikkelsen Owen Rudd Madionville Red Auerbach Walter Brown Auerbach Brown Red

Koufax confronts contract dispute with Dodgers

Dodgers star Sandy Koufax blasts how his 1964 contract was handled and denies threatening to quit. He cites a misleading headline and pressure to sign, while noting a potential impact on his 1965 earnings and the team’s plans.

Red Sox Fall Again in Exhibition as Angels Offer Mercy

In Scottsdale theBoston Red Sox stumbled to a 7-4 loss after taking a 3-0 lead against the San Francisco Giants. Eddie Bressoud’s third inning error proved decisive. Boston’s spring record slips to 3-12 while the Giants improve to 13-2.

Scottsdale Ariz Red Sox Angels Angeles Boston San Francisco Giants Eddie Bressaud Roman Mejias Cleveland Sox San Francisco Jerry Stephenson Charlie Hiller Carl Yastrzemski Ee Sox Bob Tillman Dick Stuart Frisco Billy O'Dell Tony Conigliaro Frank Malzone Yastrzemski Lou Clinton Tony Horton Lew Dorsch

New Rule Led To High Scoring In NCAA Basketball

A new rule stopping the clock on all violations raised playing time about 5.5 percent and sparked record scoring across the season. The National Association of Basketball Coaches reports four modern era records and widespread gains in field goals, points, and attempts led by the Midwest with 160.0 points per game.

Chicago National Association of Basketball Coaches Ncaa Service Bureau Edward Steitz Pprwnetide Mass. College Midwest Far West

Biddeford Saco League Roll-A-Way Lanes Week

Local bowling league results feature teams and scorers from Biddeford and Saco. Standings reflect recent matches at Roll-A-Way Lanes with notable pins and high series by top players.

Biddeford Saco Journal League Sunset Garage Wakefield Tourneau Shell A. Letourneau McMillan Wildcats Dominos Enene Phillips Settee Shapiro Oil Saco R. Bellefeuille Jr R. Fournesteeeeee Afl-Cio William Pollock Steenmanenee Jolly Five Jets D. Saucier A. Cleary Knights of Columbus Bears Lions Giants Browns Redskins Packers Ween Enone Fangles Olts N. Gillis

Protest Planned If WBA Strips Cassius Clay Title

William Faversham said the syndicate backing Cassius Clay will protest vigorously if the World Boxing Association strips him of the crown. He noted no legal action would be taken, insisting Clay remains heavyweight champion for defeating Sonny Liston.

Salt Lake City Cass Clay World Boxing Association William Faversham Cassius WBA Sonny Liston Faversham

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The Journal presents a concise classifieds roundup offering practical shopping notices and listings. Readers can find everyday deals, personals, services, real estate, and small ads arranged for quick browsing in a familiar newspaper tone.

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