Chicago Favored Over Dodgers in World Series Opener
A standing room crowd of nearly 50,000 expected at Comiskey Park for the opener of the World Series. The Chicago White Sox 11-10 favorites over the Los Angeles Dodgers with Early Wynn facing Roger Craig. Game time 1 p.m. EST. weather cloudy with no rain and near 60 degrees.
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DeWitt Named President of Detroit Tigers
AP reports 57 year old Bill DeWitt signed a three year contract to lead the Detroit Tigers with a stated aim to build a winner rather than pursue profit. He becomes the team’s fourth president in three years as Harvey Hansen resigns along with VP Charles Gehringer. Knorr had filled the role briefly after a 1956 syndicate purchase.
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Victor Tiger Returns for Rematch with Girardello
CHICAGO AP Dick Tiger the British Empire middleweight champion and Joey Girardello veteran of 101 fights head for a rematch. Timing and venue are to be determined. Tiger a 30 year old Nigerian is poised for another title clash.
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Signups Loom for Biddeford Saco Little Bowling League
About 130 boys ages 9 to 12 have registered or plan to register for the Little Bowling League in Biddeford and Saco. Registrations close this Saturday at Pastime Bowling Center. players must bring a birth certificate. Teams consist of three per unit across several age groups. play starts Saturday morning October 17.
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20th Century Ladies' League Lane Standings Week Three
Standings show Pete bcissavias sien Il 4) IE conessasescicks and Rockin' Bowlers leading in a crowded field. Domino's posted team totals and highs with 1,319 and 458 respectively. B Waters claimed high 3 strings 303 and high single 112 while Doyons Market and Chevrolet teams posted strong marks in Trade League standings.
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Haney to resign as Braves manager after World Series
CHICAGO AP Fred Haney, 60, who led Milwaukee to two pennants and a title in 32 years with the Braves, reportedly will resign as manager before or during the World Series. He hinted quitting may come last June and said any statement would come from the front office. Ownership comments left open how long he could stay.
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Night Racing Returns To Cumberland Oval Tonight
Cumberland harness meet resumes with eight races under the lights led by an eight‑horse Class C pace headlining the program. Willomb tops the field from the rail in Race 5 as Maine ownership bids another victory in a card packed with Class D and C divisions and a mix of drivers.
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Registration For Pony Lane Loop Starts Saturday
Registrations for the second year of Pony League Bowling begin Saturday at 9 a.m. at Pastime Bowling center. Biddeford and Saco boys aged 13 to 15 are eligible to sign up. All league play is on Saturday mornings at 10. Last year’s players return along with new entrants from the Little Bowling League. An end of season banquet will honor winning team members and outstanding bowlers who will receive trophies. The league will roll three strings weekly starting October 10.
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Little Lassies Bowling Tryouts Held At 20th Century Lanes
The Little Lassies Bowling League will stage the second and final tryout session Saturday mornings at the 20th Century lanes. Ninety five girls aged 9 to 12 attended last Saturday under state bowling champion Nick Gillis. Groups schedule: 8 30, 9 30 and 10 30 A M with participants listed for each group including Susan Brown Joann Michaud Paula Martel and many others.
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Maine Autumn Drives Urge Full Attention On Road
The Maine Highway Safety Committee warns drivers to focus entirely on traffic as leaves turn. If admiring scenery is desired, pull off safely to park and enjoy. Children may act unexpectedly, so drivers should think twice in areas with youngsters to help save lives.
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Rumford Purse Featured At Lincoln Downs
Lincoln Downs opens a 27 day meeting marking New England racing action led by the Rumford Purse a seven furlong test for three year olds. Mike Hudson Jr. won the New England Futurity at Rockingham and the Lincoln Downs card features five added handicaps and the Old Colony Stakes closing Oct 31.
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