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Newspaper

Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Oct 20, 1960

Page

5

Tigers Set For Glassy Spaulding in Maine Grid Clash

Biddeford high battles Spaulding high of Rochester a strong New Hampshire Class A foe. Coach Serpico praises players from freshmen to seniors, highlighting Ray Lachapelle of Spaulding and Biddeford’s Dan Pappas Dick Johnson and Don Guignard as keys. The Tigers seek a creditable showing after a tough schedule while aiming to upset a dominant Rochester squad.

Acc Waterhouse Cic Suorst Scracopy Biddeford High Tigers É& 0 Agers Orchard Beachwich Biddeford Kennebunk New Hampshire Spaulding High Rochester Cranston Revere Mass Lachapelle Ray Lachapelle Lenny D’enrico Serpico Maine Neil ‘Ziggy’ Serpice Art Descoteaux Danny Pappas Dick Johnson Don Guignard Larry Leclair Leclair Johnny Doran Bill Reed Billy Oakes Bob Deans Dick Paul Ed Hersom Jere Dearborn Ken Hill Doug Mathieu Mike Mouzas Paul Chenard Spaulding Hick New England Spaulding

Bruins Will Stand Pat For Detroit Game Tonight

Boston coach Milt Schmidt said the Bruins will not summon reinforcements for the Detroit game. Toppa Toppazzini and Jimmy Bartlett expect to skate, leaving Doug Mohns out with back trouble in hospital. The injury plagued lineup aims to keep momentum on a three game road trip with no wins yet this season.

Detroit Boston Bruins Detroit Red Wings Milt Schmidt Jerry Toppazzini Jimmy Bartlett Kingston Toppa Bartlett Schmidt Doug Mohns Mohns Chicago Boston

Louis and Schmeling reunite at People-to-People dinner

In New York Joe Louis and Max Schmeling shared a warm reunion at a hotel ballroom, 24 years after their famed title rematch. Joined by boxing greats Jimmy Braddock and Sugar Ray Robinson, they attended the People-to-People Sports Committee dinner honoring 18 athletes. The moment will air on NBC next Sunday at 9:30 p.m. EST.

New York Joe Louis Max Schmeling Louis Schmeling Max Joe Germany Yankee Stadium Hitler Hamburg Jimmy Braddock Ezzard Charles Sugar Ray Robinson Detroit

Relaxed In Political Bout

SAN DIEGO California AP Light heavyweight champion Archie Moore campaigns for a two month term as state assemblyman while he travels to Rome for a 10 round fight October 29 and keeps campaign activity limited. He faces Democrat George Lapthorne for the short term left by the resigning official. Moore expects two months pay if elected and says he may seek a full term if successful. He promises to be a fighting assemblyman addressing district problems.

San Diego Calif Archie Moore Moore Italy Julio Ranildo Rome Archie George J. Lapthorne George C. Crawford Lapthorne Ona Public Ofice Assembly

Cincinnati Royals Win Opener In High Scoring Debut

Cincinnati defeated Los Angeles 140 to 123 as the Royals, under coach Charley Wolf, dominated the boards 47 to 25 in the first half. Oscar Robertson starred in his pro debut with 21 points and 12 rebounds while Elgin Baylor led the Lakers with 20 points in a strong second half.

Cincinnati Charley Wolf Cincinnati Royals Royals Los Angeles Lakers Oscar Robertson Lakers Elgin Baylor Jerry West West Virginia

Elkin YMCA camp reporter relays ghost story request

In Elkin North Carolina an AP report recalls a YMCA camp counselor finishing prayers when a quiet voice asks for ghost stories instead of a prayer. The moment captures a blend of camp routine and spooky lore around the fireplace as the night settles in.

Elkin N. C YMCA

Spahn Tops AP All Star Balloting for 1960

Warren Spahn of the Milwaukee Braves led the 1960 AP major league all star voting with 188 of 192 writers names. Braves players Eddie Mathews Hank Aaron and Del Crandall also made the squad along with Bill Skowron Roger Maris Nellie Fox Bill Mazeroski Ernie Banks Willie Mays Vernon Law.

NEW York Warren Spahn Milwaukee Braves Associated Press Spahn Braves Eddie Mathews Hank Aaron del Crandall Bill Skowron Roger Maris New York Yankees Mays Law Maris

Sharman Doubtful Starter for Celtics Opener

BOSTON AP Veteran guard Bill Sharman is listed as a doubtful starter for the Celtics season opener against the Detroit Pistons. A muscle pull slowed him at yesterday's practice. If he cannot start, Red Auerbach plans two options: start Jim Loscutoff at a corner and replace with Frank Ramsey, or move Ramsey to a corner and use Sam or K C Jones at Sharman's spot.

Boston Bill Sharman Boston Celtics Detroit Pistons Sharman Celtics National Basketball Association Red Auerbach Jim Loscutoff Frank Ramsey Ramsey Jones Boys Sam K. C

Injuries Weigh on Notre Dame Northwestern Ahead of Showdown

Notre Dame and Northwestern face each other after a rough start to the season with multiple injuries. Notre Dame suffered knee operations and key losses, while Northwestern’s unit battles depth and key injuries to quarterbacks and ends. Big game at Dyche Stadium draws 55,000 fans to watch two hurt programs seek a breakthrough.

Notre Dame Northwestern Wildcats Dyche California Oklahoma Irish Purdue North Carolina Michigan State Iowa Minnesota Michigan Ara Parsechian Dick Thornton Edrimjrough Paul Yanke Michigtan Ye’ther Ray Pu Jack Cvercho

Winking Eyes Bobbing from Billboard Eyes

Springfield officials report unknown persons remove the winking eyes from cereal company billboards and install them in rear car windows. Police say the eyes work and startle in vehicles as they did on signs.

Springfield Ohio

Lodge Overshadows Nixon With Cabinet Race Talk

James Marlow reports that Henry Cabot Lodge’s remarks on race and the U2 spy plane case draw heavy attention. Lodge reiterates a Negro in the Cabinet could be part of a Nixon administration, while Nixon disclaims race based appointments and vows to choose the best qualified. Kennedy labels Lodge’s stance racism in reverse amid campaign tensions.

Associated Press News Washington Henry Cabot Lodge Harlem Richard M. Nixon Nixon Lodge South John F. Kennedy Lode Connecticut New York Times Times Albany N.Y Deep South Miami Kennedy Soviet Union Russia United States

Fiery Stengel Tells Em At Testimonial Banquet

BOWLING NEW YORK AP Today the Yankees will name a new manager Ralph Houk will be 41. But Casey Stengel, the old manager, received a farewell dinner from New York Baseball Writers. He defended the youth movement and recalled starting the program to rejuvenate the club.

NEW York Yankees Ralph Houk Yankee Casey Stengel Youth Movement Youth Movement of America Stengel New York Baseball Writers Sten‘el Dan Topping George Weiss New Roy Hamey Weiss Branch Rickey Cormant Continental League Casey Topping Baseball Ford Frick Joe Cronin

Cow yields mixed breed calf birth near Jackson

A farmer near Jackson reports a rare calf birth from one cow producing two offspring of different breeds. One calf is a Hereford heifer and the other a Guernsey bull, resulting from artificial insemination and later service by a bull.

Jackson Tenn Here Guernsey

Maine PTA Convention in Portland Focuses on Welfare for Children

The 41st Maine Congress of Parents and Teachers convention comes to Portland on Thursday and Friday with the theme Welfare for children and youth. Speakers include Louise Bates Ames of the Gesell Institute of Child Development and Mrs. James C. Parker, president of the National Congress of PTA.

PTA Portland Maine Congress of Parents and Teachers Louise Bates Ames Gesell Institute of Child Development James C. Parker National Congress of Pta

Memphis Grandmother Aims For Champion Status

Mrs Ruth Brahic at 49 already has 19 grandchildren and is mother to nine children, four of whom remain unmarried, signaling potential future prominence in her family role.

Memphis Ruth Brahic

World's largest scallop bed found off shore

Cape Canaveral may gain notice for a different marvel as scientists report the discovery of what is believed to be the world's largest scallop bed off the coast. The find highlights abundant marine life near the cape and could prompt further exploration by researchers and divers.

Cape Canaveral

Autograph Request At Dinner Moves Joe Louis

At a sports dinner in New York Mrs. Jack Dempsey approached ex champ Joe Louis asking for his autograph for her daughter. Louis obliged by signing his name, creating a memorable moment for the gathering.

New York Joe Louis Louis Jack Dempsey

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