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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Sep 09, 1959

Page

5

Rebuilding Underway for St Louis Eagles Football

The St Louis Eagles high school football program is rebuilding after graduation hit hard. Coach Bob Cote expects a tough opener against Edward Little with many key players gone, but heralds hustle and potential as Don Giroux and Roger Sevigny vie to replace the vacated quarterback role.

St. Louis Eagles Edward Little Auburn Alumfield Guy Garon Land Labonte al Daigle Bob Cote Itson Garon Don Giroux Roger Sevigny Biddeford Carroll Plourde Cote Stephens Cheverus South Portland Deering Lewiston Portland Thornton Academy Roland Deschambault Paul Therrien Norm Boucher Dick Chretien Don Collard Dick Kenn Paul Martel Jeff Sevigny Charlie Sherman Don Berthiaume Gene Bourgeault Leroy Chretien Don Couture Ray Dube Bob Mercier Dick Gendron al Lavigne Claude Mercier Mike Morel Dick Parenteau

Boxing Roundup Fights From Cities Across the Nation

San Jose Willie Richardson knocked out Clyde Watson in Los Angeles. Frankie Valdez and Lauro Salas drew in San Antonio and Mexico. Jerry Hunni Cutt stopped Charley Smith in Oakland. Rocky Calinga and Kid Rayo drew in Long Beach after a severe cut. Ike Chestnut outpointed Claudio Adams in Juarez.

Associated Press San Jose Calif Willie Richardson San Jose Clyde Watson Los Angeles San Antonio Tex Frankie Valdez Lauro Salas Mexico Oakland Calif Jerry Hunnicutt Menlo Park Charley Smit Long Beach Rocky Calinga Philippines Kid Rayo Nicaragua Drew Calinga Juarez Mexico Ike Chestnut New York Claudio Adams Juarez

College squads emphasize passing attacks across programs

College teams from Penn to UCLA are expanding their passing games as Sept 18 openings approach. Penns coach Sebo doubles the 1958 air attack with Purdy and Koval throwing, while Princeton moves Ippolito to tailback to exploit his arm. Michigan State and Wake Forest test passing schemes alongside Clemson protection drills.

Associated Press Penn Hershey Steve Sebo North Carolina A Cummings Skip Clements Ray Farris Michigan State Dean Look Wake Forest Pete Manning Clemson Harvey White Iota Sopher Sanford Stephans UCLA Bruins Purdue

Drysdale Faces Closing Test as Dodgers Seek Pennant

Dodgers ace Don Drysdale, 15-12 after a seven game win streak ended by a six game skid, must rebound tonight to halt a slump as Los Angeles opens a two game set with Philadelphia. Giants lead, Braves chase, White Sox travel, and Cleveland tours Baltimore ahead of race finale.

Associated Press Don Drysdale Little Eee Los Angeles Dodgers Milwaukee Drysdale San Francisco Philadelphia Giants Braves Pittsburgh St. Louis Chicago White Sox Kansas City Washington Cleveland Baltimore

Brown Kerwin Meet Tonight in Welter Bout

In Columbus Ohio Joe Brown world lightweight champion meets Gale Kerwin Canadian welterweight king in a 10 round non title bout televised on ABC at 9 p m EST. Brown aims to defend his 135 pound crown this fall against Dave Charnley in Houston or London. Brown predicts little trouble from Kerwin after his 74th win in 101 pro fights.

Columbus, Ohio Joe Brown Gale Kerwin ABC Columbus Brown Dave Charnley Great Britain Houston Tex London Joe Kerwin

Warren Spahn Seeks Third Straight Win For Braves

Milwaukee veteran Warren Spahn, 38, takes the mound for the Braves aiming to extend a winning streak and boost Milwaukee toward a third straight National League pennant. He faces the St Louis Cardinals, a team he has beaten 54 times with 31 losses in his career.

Milwaukee Warren Spahn Milwaukee Braves Braves Los Angeles Dodgers San Francisco Giants West Coast Spann St. Louis Cardinals

Giants inch closer to pennant with 15 remaining

San Francisco leads the National League with a 15 game magic number as 17 games stay in the schedule. The Giants hold a three game edge over Milwaukee and the Los Angeles Dodgers with a home stand featuring Pittsburgh Milwaukee and the Dodgers. Manager Bill Rigney focuses on rotation and power from the lineup to seal the title.

SAN Francisco San Francisco Giants Milwaukee Los Angeles Giants San Franciscans Pittsburgh Pirates Dodgers Bill Rigney

Boston Faces Detroit in Two-Game Home Stand

The Boston Red Sox host Detroit for a two game set as manager Billy Jurges eyes a slim chance at a first division finish. Frank Sullivan or Bill Monbouquette to start. Ted Williams sidelined by a virus and Gary Geiger listed as doubtful with a wrist injury. Jurges says he will experiment with younger players and develop versatility as the Sox wrap their schedule with road trips.

Boston Boston Red Sox Detroit Billy Jurges Sox Jurges Red Sox New York Baltimore Yankees Frank Sullivan Bill Monbouquette Tigers Frank Lary Gary Geiger Geiger Sancita Maria Hospital Marty Keough Jim Busby Geneephens Williams Don Buddin Galore Kansas City Chicago Cleveland Fenway Park

Popular Lane Lanes Set to Open Bowling Season

The 20th Century lanes in Biddeford host two top Twin City men’s leagues starting Monday September 21. Merchants league opens with eight five man teams at 8:30 PM while the Trade league begins Tuesday September 22 with six teams. Teams include Phil's Taxi Sneider's Market Bruce Shoe and Artie's Tavern. Nick Gillis urges players to sign up promptly for pre season exhibitions next Tuesday at 8:30 PM.

Twin-City Denay Biddeford Merchants

Baseball Standings and Schedule for American and National Leagues

The American League standings show Chicago at 86 52 and Cleveland 90 56 with Detroit 69 69 and New York 68 69. Baltimore 66 69 Boston 59 77 Kansas City 59 77 Washington 56 82. Wednesday games: Chicago at Washington Kansas City at New York Detroit at Boston Cleveland at Baltimore. Tuesday results: Chicago 3 Kansas City 2 in 16 innings. National League standings list San Francisco 77 60 and Los Angeles 74 63 with Milwaukee 74 63 and Pittsburgh 71 68 Cincinnati 66 71 Chicago 65 70 St Louis 64 75 Philadelphia 59 80 Cincinnati at Chicago Pittsburgh at San Francisco St Louis at Milwaukee Philadelphia at Los Angeles. Tuesday results: none.

Associated Press W. L. Pei GS Chicago Panee Cleveland Detroit York Baltimore Boston Kansas City Washington Chicago Kansas New York San Francisco Los Angeles Milwaukee Pittsburgh Cincinnati St. Louis Philadelphia St Louis

Detroit Edges West Hartford Little Leaguers

Detroit tops West Hartford 7 to 6 to reach the American Legion Little World Series final. Phoebus faces Detroit tonight in a win or go home game with double elimination possible if Detroit loses.

Detroit West Hartford Hastings Neb Little Phoebus American Legion Phoebus Detroit Club Nippy Haydash Jerry Morrissey Fred Jeming

Local Man Joins Navy for Boat Training

Ralph Petit of Biddeford leaves for boat training in the U S Navy. He is the son of Mr and Mrs Fernand Petit of 127 Alfred Street. Petit is a Louis High School graduate who worked at an Old Orchard Beach restaurant this summer and spent five years at the 20th Century Bowling Alley.

U. S. Navy Ralph Petit Fernand Petit Alfred Street Biddeford Petit Louis High School

Snowshoers Win Semi Final Duel In York County Tourney

The Biddeford snowshoe clubs reach semifinals as Voltigeur rout Sanford Plastic 11 1 and Rochambeau downed Lightning 7 3 at Biddeford Memorial Field. Voltigeur facing Springvale Knights of Columbus. Rochambeau vs U S Navy Retraining Command. Melanson pitched five strong innings for Voltigeur.

Biddeford York County Voltigeur Sanford Rochambeau Lightning Club Biddeford Memorial Field Springvale Knights of Columbus U. S. Navy Art Descoteaux Armand Paquette Ralph Nolette Voltigeurs Melanson Kraska Jariz Nolette Norman Letourneau

Early Wynn Helps White Sox Clinch Pennant

The White Sox, led by 39-year-old Early Wynn with 19 wins, clinch the pennant by beating Kansas City 3-2 in 10 innings. Chicago's 96th victory eliminates rivals and ends the Yankees’ dynasty as Cleveland trails in second. Wynn’s late-season surge and a nine-game East trip follow.

Associated Press Chicago White Sox Wynn Casey Stengel Yankees Detroit Cleveland Kansas City A's A’s Bob Shaw Washington Tex Clevenger Indians Baltimore Jack Harshman Jim Per Orioles Milt Pappas Hee Brown Joe

Textile Bowling League Forming Monday at Pastime Lanes

The TWUA CIO Men's bowling league formed after a decade at Pastime lanes will hold a Monday 6 p.m. meeting to elect officers and finalize team lineups for the coming season. Captains must attend with their teams and bowlers seeking entry should join to be placed by average. Last year’s averages are posted for reference.

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Fading Summer Tans Can Cause Problems

Beauty editor Vivian Brown advises on fading tans and suggests practical steps. She recommends stockings to hide pale legs, makeup adjustments, darker clothing, color shampoos or pomades for hair, tan powder, bright lipstick, and emphasized eyebrows. Jot down summer grievances to avoid repeats next year.

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