Dodgers Can Clinch World Series Title Today
Los Angeles led 3-1 in the best-of-seven after Gil Hodges tie breaking homer as they host Chicago at Memorial Coliseum. Koufax to start for the Dodgers while Podres rests, with Sherry aiding relief. Los Angeles seeks a record crowd and the World Series crown, ending Chicago’s 40-year wait.
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Tiger Harriers Romp To Third Straight Win
Biddeford High romped to its third consecutive cross country win, defeating Kennebunk 15 to 45 at Waterhouse Field. Ken Bissell won in 13 40, with Biddeford runners Gobeil Bois Laverere Provost among top finishers. Coach Jim Wilkinson notes many underclassmen as the Tigers eye the Southwestern Maine Conference crown and possible Class M or L state meet entry based on their Portland tests. Schedule details follow through October with regional and state meets listed.
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Top Grid Teams Bear Out Defensive Theory
Associated Press report notes top college football teams emphasize defense through three games the season. LSU and Northwestern edge in AP poll while teams like Texas and Mississippi also allow few points. Georgia Tech climbs despite giving up 30 points in three wins.
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St. Louis Junior Varyity Edges Thornton 6 0 at Alumni Field
St. Louis Jayvees win a hard fought 6 to 0 victory over Thornton reserves at Alumni Field Biddeford. Ben Grenier scored the lone touchdown on a one yard plunge late in the fourth after a 50 yard march following a midfield fumble recovery. Norm Trottier and John Paul Fontaine powered the drive with key runs as the Eagles clinched the win followed by a series of substitutes from both teams.
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Seagull's Hogan Leads Area Grid Scoring Race
Old Orchard Beach star George Hogan tops the area scoring race with 36 points from six touchdowns, including two against Mexico on 50 and 35 yard runs. Bobby Day adds 30 points with five TDs, closely followed by Ralph Stickney and Roland Deschambeault with 18 each. Five players share two TDs, with scoring based on 12-point thresholds.
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Hodges Delivers Deciding Homer In World Series Game
Dodgers first baseman Gil Hodges hit a ninth inning homer off Gerry Staley to lift Los Angeles to a 5-4 win and take a 3-1 series lead over the White Sox. Hodges spoke softly about his dislike for outside pitches and his mindset during the at bat in daylight at the Coliseum.
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Little Fellas Bowling League Opens Thursday
The Little Fellas bowling league starts its third season Thursday at 3 pm at 20th Century Lanes. It targets 12 to 11 year olds, with three strings per bowler and trophies for all, plus a season-end banquet. Fifteen boys are signed, with openings for Biddeford Saco youths. contact Nick Gillis for entry.
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Little Lassies Lane Loop To Start Saturday
The Little Lassies bowling league opens at 20th Century lanes this Saturday with 9 to 12 year old girls forming three eight team leagues. Each four girl team plays a 21 week schedule across 8:30, 9:30 and 10:30 starts. Prizes and a season ending banquet are planned.
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Army Tests Camp Gear at Fort Lee
Army Quartermaster School at Fort Lee Virginia tests new camping equipment for civilians. Devices include a one pound stove for dehydrated meals a slim cylinder to heat five gallon water can and a lantern with a doughnut shaped fuel tank to deflect light.
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