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Newspaper

Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Oct 17, 1961

Page

5

Quarterbacks In Rough Shape By The Associated Press

The piece outlines multiple college teams facing quarterback injuries and uncertainties. Sonny Gibbs of Texas Christian is out with three broken ribs replaced by Seth Gray Mills. Daryle Lamonica of Notre Dame has a bruised ankle but aims to play against Michigan State. Wilburn Hollis of Iowa has a wrist cast removed and may return later. John Hadl of Kansas remains the likely starter while Dave Sarette of Syracuse may play Penn State with Bob Lelli out with a hand fracture. Woody Hayes at Ohio State contemplates Minkowski or Mumme y for quarterback duties. Missouri’s Ron Taylor is among injured and Baylor fears missing its top two QBs Bull and Goodwin. Oklahoma State’s Mike Upton is out after an ankle fracture and Nebraska’s Willie Ross is limited with a hip injury.

Sonny Gibbs Texas Christian Satuday Texas Tech Seph Gray Mills Arkansas Gibbs Notre Dame Daryle Lamonica Fighting Irish Michigan State Lamonica Southern California Purdue Iowa Wilburn Hollis Jerry Burns Hollis John Hadl Kansas Jack Mitchell Jayhawks Iowa State Dave Sarette Syracuse Penn Ron Taylor Missouri Baylor Bears Rons Bull and Goodwin Oklahoma State Mike Upton Nebraska Willie Ross

Pastime Club Beats Freeport By Four Pins In York League

Pastime B team defeated Freeport by four pins in a York County B division match. Pastime trailed by 30 pins after the first string, then rolled 550 and 548 in the next two strings to win by 75 pins. Gerry Bissonette led Pastime with 338, while Earle McCarthy also top scored for Freeport with 338.

Freeport Gerry Bissonette Earle McCarthy

Kennebunk Freshmen Rout St. Ignatius at Home

The Kennebunk High School freshmen defeated St. Ignatius 26 to 6 at Kennebunk yesterday. Rams scores include Steve Schoff 50-yard run in the first period and 40-yard run in the third, Bob Reid 35-yard and 30-yard TDs, with Rod Dugre scoring for St. Ignatius late in the game.

Kennebunk High School St. Ignatius Kennebunk Rams Steve Schoff Bob Reid Schoff Reid Rod Dugre Spartans

Meat Per Person Consumption Estimate Shifts in 1961 United States

The 1961 meat consumption per person in the United States is estimated at 160 pounds, down one pound from the previous year due to changing dietary patterns and supply factors.

United States

Spartans Take AP Top Ranking With Narrow Win Over Ole Miss

Michigan State edges Ole Miss to claim No. 1 in the AP poll after a 28-0 victory over Michigan. Mississippi has 21 first place votes to MSU's 16, Texas third, Iowa fourth, Alabama fifth, with Georgia Tech, Colorado, Arkansas, and LSU rising into the top ten. Mississippi is 4-0 after a 47-7 win over Houston. MSU 3-0.

Associated Press Michigan State Mississippi Ol’ Miss Spartans Michigan Texas Iowa Alabama Notre Dame Ohio State Georgia Tech Colorado Arkansas Louisiana State Houston Baylor Maryland

Spahn and Maris Named To Major League All Stars

The 1961 Major League All-Star team includes Roger Maris of the Yankees and Warren Spahn as repeat selections. Yankees teammates Mickey Mantle Elston Howard and Tony Kubek join in, with Norm Cash Frank Bolling Ken Boyer Frank Robinson and Joey Jay also chosen. Howard and Mantle tied for top votes with 156. Kubek edged Maury Wills for shortstop. Spahn beat Whitey Ford 83 to 78 for the left-handed rotation spot. Maris led AL in runs and RBIs with 61 home runs, named on 136 ballots.

New York W Associated Press Roger Maris New York Yankees Warren Spahn Yanks Baseball Writers Association Mickey Mantle Elston Howard Tony Kubek Maris Norm Cash Tigers Frank Bolling Braves Ken Boyer Cards Frank Robinson Reds Joey Jay Howard Johnny Roseboro Dodgers Mantle Shortstop Kubek Maury Wills Spahn Whitey Ford

Browns Lose Bob Mitchell to Army Duty

Browns star running back Bob Mitchell is called to active Army duty, depleting the Browns backfield after Gene Hickerson’s injury. Mitchell, who formed a feared backfield with Jim Brown, will miss games at Pittsburgh and St Louis, with possible delay due to hardship deferments.

Cleveland Detroit Gene Hickerson Paul E. Brown Army Cleveland Browns Bobby Mitchell Brown Mitchell Jim Brown Bobby Washington Illinois Fort Meade Pittsburgh St. Louis Baltimore Lamar Mohan

Trotters and Pacers Race Card Class D to C

A racing program lists eight trotting and pacing races with classes from D to C and purses up to 350. Entrants include Terry Belle, Stormy Harold, Miss Penny Lee, Ency H, Addison Hanover, and many others across six races. The card shows drivers A Langille Jr, H McKenney, V Holden, B Smith, J Foster, G Carter Sr, L Buckley, and more.

Breeze Cram Terry Belle A. Langille Stormy Harold H. McKenney Miss Penny Lee W. Timmons Ency H V. Holden Mr. Champ F. Roullard Addison Hanover F. Robbins Linda Brook bin Gallon Nira’s Princess B. Smith Leland Marvel B. Whelan W. Mooney B. Smith A. Nason Inca H. Bushway Linda R. Smith Pace Abbe G. Carter Cardinal Tass P .Constanti True Linn A. Sears Lady Dora Jarrettown Nora C. Sheldon Dusty Star B. McAfee Little Bugger K. Russell King E. Griffin Easton Hanover F. Harmon Sherwood Lass D. Richards Janie Kay M. Hodgkins Nokomis Boss G. Stanhope Perischord F. Smith Ben Evelyn's Comet P. Lynaugh

Pettit Hagan Lead Hawks Over Celtics in Preseason

In Wichita, Bob Pettit and Cliff Hagan each scored 22 as the St. Louis Hawks beat the Boston Celtics 113 104. Halftime was 58 57, and the game stayed tight until the final minute of the third. Frank Ramsey led Boston with 21 and Red Auerbach rested Bob Cousy most of the fourth. St. Louis coach Bob Sey­mour was ejected in the second period after a dispute with officials.

Wichita, Kan Bob Pettit Cliff Hagan St. Louis Hawks Boston Celtics University of Wichita Field House St. Louis Hawks Boston Frank Ramsey Celtics Red Auerbach Bob Cousy Bob Seymour Sid Borgia Richie Powers

Ceramic-face glass blocks go bright for home use

Ceramic-face glass blocks offer a color that cannot chip or peel and are now available in bright hues for home installation. The product emphasizes durable finish and modern decorative appeal for interior design projects.

Interior Department plans to preserve Padre Island coast

The Interior Department intends to preserve an 88 mile Padre Island stretch in its natural state, safeguarding dunes, habitats, and public access while guiding management under federal protections. The move signals strong federal commitment to coastal conservation and could influence local recreation and tourism plans.

Interior Department Padre Island Texas

Cheverus JV, Thornton battle to scoreless gridiron stalemate

In Portland yesterday Cheverus junior varsity and Thornton fought to a 0 0 tie as both sides produced two strong offensive threats but fumbled drives. The Irish defense and heavy line halted Thornton’s key advance while substitutions and miscues limited scoring chances for both teams.

Thornton Cheverus Portland Thornton Magini Munford Epovis Coro Morrison Sylvester OS Rer Seases Gyee McDermott Benoit Christiansen Francis Wochini Cccess FO Sumera Our Ccconsencaes Gey EL

Maine to Begin Hoop Sessions at UMaine

Orono notes an early start for basketball as the University of Maine opens practice on Monday aligning with the NCAA start date October 16. Coach Brian McCall invites interested upperclassmen to 7 p m tryouts in Memorial Gym with captain Tom Chappelle of Old Town leading a strong candidate group.

Sugar Ray On Comeback Trail And Yankees Interest

Sugar Ray Robinson, 41, begins another comeback with a 10 round bout at Madison Square Garden against Denny, aiming for the middleweight title. He says a victory would restore support, and notes interest from Gene Fullmer and Paul Pender as he pursues another crown while remaining optimistic about future opponents and his place in boxing history. The story also mentions Roy Hamey and the New York Yankees acquiring pitcher Robin Roberts from Philadelphia, expressing Roberts confidence in joining a winning organization and his desire to pitch for the Yankees.

Philadelphia Robin Roberts New York Yankees Roberts Roger Maris Mickey Mantle & Co Mer Roy Hamey Yankees Philadelphia Phillies Phillies Greenwood Lake N.Y Sugar Ray Robinson Denny Madison Square Garn Sugar Ray Robinson Gene Fullmer Wilfie Greaves Fullmer Paul Pender

Heavyweight Bout Set for Toronto in Maple Leaf Gardens

Floyd Patterson and challenger Tom McNeeley signed for a world heavyweight title fight in Toronto on December 4 at Maple Leaf Gardens after a month delay and a site switch from Boston. If McNeeley wins, a return bout must occur within 120 days.

Toronto Floyd Patterson Tom McNeeley Patterson McNeeley Maple Leaf Gardens Boston

Gordon Curry Called To Duty

Gordon Curry Maine golf captain from Old Orchard Beach will not defend his title next spring. Coach Brian McCall says Curry has been called to active duty with the U.S. Air Force for 12 months as his air national guard unit is activated.

Crono University of Maine Gordon Curry Old Orchard Beach Maine Brian McCall Curry U.S. Air Force Air National Guard McCall

Maine to play 24-game schedule this winter

Maine will compete in a 24-game schedule this winter as announced by McCall. The plan outlines a full slate with regional and non conference games, shaping the team’s competitive pathway for the season.

Maine McCall

Samuel Clemens Buried in El Mira New York

Noted author Samuel Clemens known as Mark Twain is reportedly buried in El Mira New York. The brief item notes his resting place and the enduring public interest in his legacy.

Samuel Clemens Mark Twain Elmira, N. Y

Traffic light creates empty chairs at Rochester barber shop

In Rochester New York a barber shop uses a traffic light outside. When the light is green the chair sits empty. When the light turns red the chairs fill up with customers.

Rochester N. Y

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