Howard Drives Senators to First Doubleheader Sweep
Frank Howard sprinted to a six hit spree boosting his season totals as Washington swept a doubleheader. Freehan and Robinson provided late power for Detroit and Baltimore, while Kaat and Hannon led three other AL matchups with decisive wins. The pennant race saw Detroit stay seven games ahead of Baltimore as Howard neared the Triple Crown.
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Gibson Wins 20th as Cardinals Top Reds 1-0
Bob Gibson pitched a four hitter with an Achilles injure aiding Cincinnati in the 10th as Julian Javier's leadoff homer gave St. Louis a 1-0 victory. The win marks Gibson's 12th shutout and his 20th win of the season.
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Sace Man Wins Country Club Championship
Steve Polackwich defeated Dick Sawtelle 4 and 3 to win the Biddeford Sace Country Club championship on Saturday. The scramble winners were Dick McCallum Justin Sears Marge Kenneally and Varney McCallum with a 31 second pan team noted.
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Industrial Pin League opens Sept 19 at 20th Century Lanes
The Industrial Men's Bowling League starts its 1968-69 season at 20th Century Lanes on Thursday September 19 with 8:30 pm openings. Teams must average under 477 to enter, offering lower average bowlers a better chance in league play. Contact Nick Gillis at the 20th Century Lanes for entry. The defending champions Paul’s Diner expect a strong push from Try’s Transmission, Fooserie 804, 20th Century and the Lumberjacks. NORWOOD MASS AP Fred De Sarro of Westerly RI is NASCAR modified stock car champion, winning Norwood Arena’s Yankee Feature Monday before 4,600 fans. Leo Cleary of Hanover MA was second in the 75 mile race.
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Murphy Wins Thunderbird Classic at Montclair
Bob Murphy shot a 68 to finish 277 for four rounds at Upper Montclair Country Club earning 30 000 dollars. He edged Bob Lunn by one stroke as Lunn failed to convert a 10 foot putt on the 15th hole. Bruce Crampton Homero Blancas and Gary Player also high finishers amid tricky rain.
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Portland Football Officials Meet in Maine Series
The Portland Chapter of the Maine Football Officials Association will begin a 10 week series tonight at 7 30 at Harold Andrews Post American Legion Deering Street. Athletic directors coaches and prospective officials are invited.
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Memorial Golf Event at Beach in Old Orchard Beach
The Jere Hickey Memorial Best Ball tournament at Old Orchard Beach Country Club starts Monday. Members should register at the pro shop before this time. Defending champions are Syl Ready and Roger LaFlamme.
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Ray Carpenter Captures President's Cup at Orchard Beach
Ray Carpenter won the President's Cup at Old Orchard Beach Country Club finishing two up over Paul Guertin. The competition drew 51 members and concluded Monday with Carpenter securing the title.
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Fairfield man dies in Hershey 100 crash
Bert Brooks aged 48 from Fairfield Connecticut was killed in a three car collision during the Hershey 100 at Hershey Stadium Speedway. His car flipped over multiple times on Monday.
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Kaat Shuts Down Red Sox In Holiday Victory
Jim Kaat silenced Boston with fast balls and sweeping curves in a 5-1 Twins win before a modest Labor Day crowd of 10,489. He allowed three hits and struck out 11 to boost his record to 12-10, while Rich Rollins drove in the decisive runs and Rich Reese added three hits.
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George Scott
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Rich Rollins
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Dick Ellsworth
Jim Merritt
Mixed Couples Loop Ready To Start Season
The 20th Century Mixed Couples Bowling League opens at 20th Century Lanes on Friday Sept 20 at 7. Eight teams expected as the league begins its fourth season. The 28 week schedule includes top awards banquet and handicap rolloffs with openings for bowlers or couples. Defending champions are the Pats.
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Fred Valliere Sets Golf Course Record at Old Orchard Beach
Fred Valliere, a two time club woman, set a course record of 31 for nine holes at Old Orchard Beach Country Club. He birdied the last five holes to finish 18 holes with 68 four under par, playing with Hal Edge against Romeo LeBerge and Norm Daigneault.
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Biddeford Police Edge Pot Bellies In Slugfest
Biddeford Police defeated the Pot Bellies 20 to 17 at May Field in a high scoring softball game. Uke Dupras earned the win for the Police, who prepare for a rematch with the Pot Bellies Wednesday at May Field seeking their first win after two losses.
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Major League Stars Shine in Doubleheader Split
Pitching ace Bob Gibson of the Cardinals fired a 10 inning four hit game with eight strikeouts to earn his 20th victory in a 1-0 win over Cincinnati. Frank Howard of the Senators belted six hits in eight at bats to lead a 1-0 and 11-3 sweep of Chicago for their first double header sweep of the season.
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Bumpas Wins Hinsdale Feature Mile Pace
Bonn ie Bumpas captured the Monday night feature mile pace at Hinsdale Raceway posting a $16.00 win. The event drew local drivers and pace action near Hinsdale, New Hampshire, with Bumpas securing the lead in the final laps.
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Major League Leaders in American and National Leagues
Summary of top MLB leaders in batting and pitching across both leagues. Highlights include Oliva and Yastrzemski leading batting in the American League, McAuliffe and Harrelson driving runs, Campaneris and Aparicio excelling in hits, and notable pitchers McNally and Gibson with 13 decisions and high strikeout totals.
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NFL Edges Ahead In Interleague Play Weekend
NFL holds a 5-1 edge in weekend interleague games, cutting AFL’s lead to 11-10. Philadelphia nips Boston 22-20 as Patriots rally. Boston finishes 1-3 pre season. Offseason moves include Browns, Jets, Colts and Giants shuffling rosters amid a busy holiday period. Rockingham Park sets attendance and handle records during New England racing season.
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Beacons at Detroit in NASL clash at Tiger Stadium
Boston Beacons visit Detroit Cougars in a North American Soccer League night matchup. Beacons boosted by center forward Ruben Sosa return from injury. Detroit sits bottom in the Lakes Division with a 6-1-4 record.
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