Stock Car Racers Return To Action Saturday Night
The Maine State Stock Car Racing association runs its regular night race at Beech Ridge Speedway Scarborough on Saturday night. Gorham’s Roger Shaw swept the modified sportsman class beating Ralph Cusack Pete Peterson. Marty Vachon led early but retired with mechanical issues.
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Marty Vachon
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Dick Garrett
George Welch
Phil Libby
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Paul Cardiff
Biddeford
Hug Meserve
Braves win ninth straight complete game by Spahn
Pitcher Warren Spahn of the Braves allowed three hits and one walk while striking out six in a 1-0 win over the Phillies, earning his 306th career victory, a major league record for a left-hander in one league. Ken Boyer of the Cardinals went 3-for-4, delivering a go ahead sixth inning single in an 11-5 victory over the Reds. The item from Reno California notes Te Smith of Sacramento defeating Johnny Page in a separate matchup.
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Local Softball Teams Eye First State Title in Biddeford
The Roy and Perreault Oilers lead an unbeaten softball season as Biddeford-Saco hosts the 27th annual state tournament starting Sunday. Since 1935, Portland and Bangor have dominated the crown with several teams reaching runners up and semi finals, while local clubs chase a first state championship amid long-running regional rivalries.
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Colts Hand Oilers First Softball Loss Of Season
The Twin City Colts overcame a four-run rally in the last inning to defeat the Roy and Perreault Oilers 4-3, snapping the Oilers’ season unbeaten streak. Art Descoteaux pitched well, suffering his first loss after 13 wins, while Rochambeau beat the Elks 6-4 and Springvale K of C 14-2 over Volti geur.
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Southwest Grid Conference Is Usual Toss-Up
The Southwest Conference race opens with uncertainty as Arkansas, Rice, Texas, Baylor, Texas A&M, Texas Christian, Texas Tech, SMU and others are analyzed. Coaches note strengths and weaknesses, predicting the league could be the strongest since the 1930s with several national-caliber teams. Manila Leo Espinosa and Ronnie Jones are listed with weights and locations.
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Baylor
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Golden Bears
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Maris Nears 60 as Yanks Rally Past Washington
Roger Maris belted his 54th homer to pace the New York Yankees past Washington in a five run fourth inning. Whitey Ford won his 23rd, becoming the AL's first lefty with 23 wins since 1952, as New York moved eight games up on idle Detroit with Mantle driving in a key run.
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Trotters and Pacers at Ewiston Fairgrounds Set Purses
Horse and greyhound race card lists eight races starting at 8 p m at Ewiston Fairgrounds with purses from 250 to 700 dollars. Each race specifies horse names drivers and class divisions across trotting and pacing events.
Trotters Will Be Featured At Lewiston
Lewiston harness racing hosts eight trotters tonight at the Lewiston Fairgrounds. Giant Song owned and driven by Charles Walker drew the rail in dash one of the double heat event. the eight year old gelding has five wins this season and a 2 11 2 5 mark. Other top contenders include Homestretch King Shadydale Lyric and Miss Betty Scott, all with 2 11 3 5 fast times. Lewiston remains the only night harness plant in operation in New England.
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Mexican Opponent Defeated by Phoenix Boxer Elias
Manuel Elias of Phoenix defeats opponent Pina Barrah as listed, in an event noted with origin in Mexico. Match details are limited in the provided snippet.
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Spahn Sets New Mark in NL as Dodgers Rally toBeat Giants
Dodgers erase a 3-0 deficit with an eight inning burst to beat San Francisco 9-5, closing to one game behind Cincinnati in the NL pennant race. Warren Spahn earns his 306th win, the most by any left hander in a single league, as Milwaukee tops Philadelphia 1-0.
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Maris Rejects Park Myth In Home Run Record Talk
Roger Maris, defending his stance on Yankee Stadium, says left handed hitters may benefit but he could have hit as many home runs on the road. He hit No. 54 at Yankee Stadium as Whitey Ford won 8-0 over Washington, extending the Yankees lead to one game. Maris keeps each ball with date and number, vowing to save them all moving forward.
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Contenders Rise in Big Ten Football Chase this Season
Iowa and Ohio State emerge as top Big Ten title contenders while Michigan State proves a dangerous threat. Wisconsin and Michigan are possible surprises as Indiana and Illinois look to slip to the second division amid strong line play and standout backs.
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Ron Hatcher
George Saimes
Carl Charon
Gary Ballman
Ron Miller
Pat Richter
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Bob Chandler
Frosty Evashevski
Scott Maentz
George Mans
Kennebunk Softball League Names State Officers
Kennebunk Softball League elected state officers with Merle Romprey as president. Francis Lamontagne became secretary, Mrs Francis La montagne treasurer, and Kenneth Dutch official scorer. Umpires Harland Dutch and Frank Walkier were appointed. A new rules set will be voted on at a special meeting on October 5.
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Francis Lamontagne
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