Houk Named Manager of Year for Yankees 1963 Pennant Run
AP reports Ralph Houk won the American League Manager of the Year in a 58 to 6 vote by 71 writers. He steered the New York Yankees to the 1963 pennant despite injuries to stars Mantle and Maris, reshuffling Tom Tresh and John Blanchard to cover gaps and keeping the club atop the standings. Mantle missed much of the season with a broken left foot, playing only 65 games as the Yanks finished 10½ games ahead.
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Roger Maris
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Orioles
White Sox
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Antle
Lothridge Voted Best Back After Tech TN Triumph
Georgia Tech quarterback Billy Lothridge, nicknamed Mr Do It All, praised his teammates after the 23-7 win over Tennessee. Named AP Back of the Week for the second time in three weeks, he credited the effort of the Tech squad while showing mixed praise for his own play in scoring a touchdown, throwing for 54 yards, and contributing with points and punting. Coach Bobby Dodd lauded him as the best quarterback he has ever coached and noted his all around value though conceding some inconsistency in passing.
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Grid Winners Selected By HAROLD CLAASSEN AP Sports Writer
HAROLD CLAASSEN selects weekend college football games with Arkansas avenging a loss to Baylor and Texas over Oklahoma. Other picks include Wisconsin over Iowa, Pittsburgh over West Virginia, Oklahoma over Kansas, Illinois over Minnesota, Georgia Tech over Auburn, Alabama over Tennessee, Navy over Virginia Military, Northwestern over Miami of Ohio, Air Force over Maryland, Baylor over Texas Tech, Duke over Clemson, and Syracuse over Penn State.
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Roger Staubach
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Ohio
Tommy Myers
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Terry Isaacson
Texas Tech
John Bridgers
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Scotty Glacken
Syracuse
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Wilkinson defends ousting Joe Don Looney from Oklahoma team
Oklahoma coach Bud Wilkinson said removing halfback Joe Don Looney was necessary after several incidents and not aimed at a single game. Looney blamed a bad day against Texas, while his father urged accountability for the loss. Wilkinson cited team morale and leadership input as the deciding factors, noting Looney's attitude and return from Cameron Junior College.
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Thornton Academy and South Portland clash thrills fans
The tale of a bustling Saturday football scene highlights Mark Black’s versatile play as a powerful running back and receiver. Boston pivot Moynihan’s season-ending injury looms as crowd noise prompts officials to threaten penalties amid a raucous crowd and a rowdy brawl.
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Thornton Academy
South Portland
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Pooeree
Black
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del Schofner
Andy Robestelli
Portland Sea Hawks
Appleton Named Lineman of the Week After Texas Victory
Texas tackle Scott Appleton, 21, named Lineman of the Week by The Associated Press after a 28-7 win over Oklahoma. Playing both ways, Appleton contributed 16 tackles, helped start the first scoring drive, and forced a fumble by Oklahoma quarterback Bobby Page. Also honored were Turnley Todd, Carl Eller, and Dick Butkus for standout performances in the AP poll.
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Associated Press
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Bobby Page
Sooners
Virginia
Turnley Todd
Minnesota
Carl Eller
Illinois
Dick Butkus
Todd
VMI
Butkus
Ohio State
Eller
Northwestern
Tommy Myers
Myers
Trotters and Pacers Lewiston Raceway Night Racing
Harness lineup at Lewiston Raceway features nine races on one mile tracks with $300 purses each and drivers listed for Trot and Pace events. Notable horses include Sunset Mert Freight King Easton Hanover Dauntless Wick Water Freight and Loretta Lynn with multiple drivers named.
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S. Hamilton Dyer
Dot
H. McKenney
Trigger Volo
G. Fitch
Brooke Scott
B. Pike
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N. Watson
M. Hodgkins Jr
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Mike Volo
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Sota Review
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Terry Belle
I. Luce
P. Gray
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L. Johnston
Detroit Leads National League In Defense Play
New York AP reports Detroit anchors the NFL in total defense and pass defense while Green Bay leads in fumble recoveries with 12 of 13. Lions allowed 1,148 yards, 506 passing. St. Louis tops in total offense at 2,056 yards. Cleveland gains on the ground led by Jim Brown with 787 of 1,042 rushing yards.
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Ernie Knox Dies After Ring Injury in Baltimore
Heavyweight Ernie Knox died in Provident Hospital in Baltimore at 6 am after a fight with Wayne Bethea for a 250 dollar purse. A blood clot on the brain caused the death. he would have been crippled if he had lived. Knox, 26, was knocked out in the ninth round at the Coliseum Monday night. He had been carried from the ring and later rushed to hospital, where the clot was removed. He leaves a 6-19 record with 10 wins and 3 draws.
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Celtics Open Defense Of Crown Against Baltimore
The Celtics open their title defense in Baltimore with Bill Russell as the team’s key returnee after the loss of Bob Cousy. Red Auerbach notes Russell remains NBA MVP and Willie Naulls adds offensive strength as Boston starts a season that could again crown them champions amid changes and questions about their bench and style.
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Wells Man Raced Horse While She Was In Foal
Phil Jamieson of Wells Maine recalls racing Royal Silver the dam for nine and a half months while she was in foal to Queen's Knight. Royal Silver proved cheaper than expected and produced foal Silver Knight who races at Rockingham Park. Jamieson, his wife Judy and their two sons follow harness racing, balancing life on the road with family.
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Pony Bowling Loop Opens in Biddeford Youth League
The Pony League for ages 13 to 16 began at the Pastime Owling Center Biddeford with six teams of six. The Giants beat the Browns three points, Colts defeated Packers three points, while the Rams and Vikings tied with two points each. Richard Paquette bowled 316 for high three strings and Dick Laroche top single with 124. Upcoming matches: Rams vs Colts, Browns vs Vikings, Giants vs Packers.
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Dick Laroche
Biddeford Frosh Rally Past Red Riot 7-0
Biddeford Frosh, riding a 15 game win streak, defeated South Portland Frosh 7-0 on Tuesday. Bob Demers scored on a 12 yard rush in the third quarter to cap the scoring as Biddeford’s defense, led by Lyle Beach, held the visitors to no points.
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