Celtics win 11th NBA title in dramatic fashion
Boston completes a historic run from fourth in the East to the title, defeating the Lakers 108 106 in the decisive game after a playoff upset of Philadelphia and New York. Mayor White and Gov Sargent declare Celtics Day as a ticker tape parade heads to City Hall with star Sam Jones present.
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Celtics Clinch Title After Dramatic Seventh Game Losses
The Boston Celtics made history by winning the NBA title after dropping the first two games, and by clinching on a foreign court in game seven. Captain Havlicek hailed the victory as the best, noting Boston never had home court in any post season. Russell praised the team and Larry Siegfried for guts despite a hamstring, and defended the Celtics against West’s postgame remarks.
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Trotters and Pacers Official Entries Post Time 7 30
Official entries announced for a night of pacing at 7 30 with nine races. Notable horses include Chinbro Adios Diamon Dios Bay State Tim Prim Robin Adios Tartan and Go More Hat across pace events with driver lineups and prize money listed.
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Oakland Oaks End Celtics Title Hopes In 135 131 OT Victory
Oakland Oaks defeated the Indiana Pacers 135 to 131 in overtime to win the ABA playoffs four games to one. Alex Hannum hailed the win as the most satisfying of his career and challenged the Boston Celtics to a world championship game. Rick Barry missed the playoffs due to a knee injury, Moe Arm and Armstrong led the Oaks in overtime, while Pacers stars Fred Lewis Roger Brown and Tom Thacker fouled out.
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York High beats Old Orchard Beach in Sow York League game
York High School stayed in contention in the Sow York League by downing Old Orchard Beach High here Wednesday. York scored 4 runs across the first, second, and seventh innings while the Seagulls managed a lone run in the fourth but loaded the bases without more scoring. Outstanding performances came from York players Stanwood Abbott Fernald Estes McIntire Towne Farrow Sowerby Roberge Cullinan Labbe and Kimball.
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York-Lobster clash yields shutout in seven innings
In a seven inning game McIntire gets the win while Roberge takes the loss as York defeats Langelier and Tardif 2 to 0. Roberge, McIntire, and Labbe combine for strong pitching with multiple RBI from Kelley, Estes, and Estes.
Milwuakee Bucks Draft UCLA Stars Amid Surprises
The Milwaukee Bucks pick UCLA guard Ken Heitz in round five and lean toward Lew Alcindor as a top pick, while UCLA star Heitz contemplates Harvard Law. the Warriors are blocked from drafting Denise Long, a high school girl, amid league rules and owner statements.
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Pepperell League Rolloff At Pastime Lanes In Biddeford
Sunday evening the West Point Pepperell bowling league will stage its first handicap rolloff at Pastime Lanes on Main Street in Biddeford. Participants include B Dube J Dubé M Martel R Roberts and many others with varied averages and handicaps. event starts 6 30 p m and covers a five string route. WEST SPRINGFIELD MASS AP Gilles Villemure Buffalo goalie named MVP in AHL by writers and broadcasters. Edward J Powers Boston Garden Corp and Bruins official to receive Gridiron Club of Boston Man of the Year at May 4 dinner in Boston.
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Broncos Sign Fourth Round Draft Choice Ed Hayes
The Denver Broncos have signed cornerback Ed Hayes of Morgan State as their fourth round pick. Coach Luo Saban, the GM, announced Hayes is the 12th of 17 draftees to sign with the Broncos.
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Thomas Atones For Errors In Pilots Loss To Red Sox
Seattle Pilots misplayed first inning chances allowing Boston to score three, then George Thomas delivered a decisive seventh inning double to drive in the go ahead run in Boston 5 4 victory. Rico Petrocelli homer and strong Boston bullpen capped the win as Seattle lamented another one run defeat.
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Major League Leaders Amid Batting and Pitching Totals
Summary of leading MLB performers across batting and pitching categories. Key figures include Carew and Petrocelli in batting, Blair and Robinson leading hits and runs, Santo and Jones high in RBIs, with McNally and Phoebus posting strong win records for Baltimore. Also notes counting leaders in home runs, doubles, triples, steals, and strikeouts across both leagues.
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Independent Shop League Ends Season Bowling Rolloff
The Independent Shop League completed its second bowling season with a handicap rolloff at Pastime Lanes Biddeford drawing 26 players over three strings Roger Nadeau of Westland Shoe won with 366 including 39 handicap Carl Towle and ichard 7 of Cote's Market finished second and third with 356 and 353 respectively Bob Lavigne Allied Shoe was fourth with 350 Carl Smith Westland Shoe placed fifth with 344 Leroy Kalex and Paul Binette of Big R Outlet finished sixth and seventh with 340 and 338 handicap pins The league plans a banquet at Won der Bar Steak House Biddeford on Monday night May 19.
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Fights Last Night in Las Vegas and Montreal Bout Highlights
LAS VEGAS saw Billy Hester KO Jimmy Rosette in a brisk spectacle while Montreal featured Tony Bowell outpointing Jessie Crown. The card included a Portland Maine stoppage and other bouts with regional fighters.
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St Francis Defeats U of M Linksmen in Golf Match
The St Francis golf team defeated the University of Maine yesterday by a score of 5 to 4. The Red Knights now stand with an 18 win 4 loss record. In other action Pat $18.00 won a Suffolk Downs feature race by 10 lengths. Bob Benoit of Oakham a 24 of 26 pro fights winner will clash May 23 with Irish Bob Cassidy in a 10 round light heavyweight bout at Memorial Auditorium.
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Westland Allied Summer Loop Opens at Pastime Lanes
Westland Allied women’s summer league kicked off at Pastime Lanes on Main Street Biddeford. Six teams three from Westland three from Allied, weekly matchups between shop teams, with results including Westland Rascals 8 over Allied Raiders and Allied Turtles and Telstars 8 each over Westland Eagles and Tornadoes. Violet Soulard and Terry Bergeron serve as league chairmen.
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Major League Stars By Associated Press
Larry Dierker of the Astros struck out 14 batters, tops in the season, and pitched a five hit game as Houston beat the Philadelphia Phillies 6-1. Willie Davis of the Dodgers homered in the sixth to force extra innings then added a two run shot in the 12th, lifting Los Angeles past the Chicago Cubs 4-2.
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Oakland Wins ABA Finals In Overtime
In a dramatic Wednesday game at Oakland, the Oaks defeated Indiana 135 to 131 in overtime. The victory gives Oakland a 4-1 lead in the best of seven series to claim the ABA title.
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Crwe of Live Re-elected President at Women’s Congress
E Crwe of Live was re elected president at the women s pree national Prvtas Congress on Wednesday. It is her fourth term in office. San Diego Vera Altiprta.
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