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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Sep 16, 1969

Page

6

Carlton's 19 strikeouts fall just short as Mets win

Steve Carlton struck out 19, the modern major league record in a pitcher’s 4-3 loss to the Mets. Ron Swoboda hit two homers to pace New York, halting Carlton’s bid and tightening the race in the division as Willie Mays lifted the Giants and other results shifted standings.

Associated Press Steve Carlton St. Louis New York Mets Mets Carlton Ron Swoboda New York Swoboda Chicago Montreal Willie Mays San Francisco Atlanta Giants Braves Cincinnati Los Angeles Dodgers San Diego Houston Astros Philadelphia Pittsburgh Washington Baltimore Cleveland Boston California Minnesota Oakland Seattle Kansas City Bob Feller Cleveland Indians Sandy Koufax Los Angeles Dodgers Don Wilson Donn Clendenon Tommie Agreeon Ron Bernice Gera New York State Gera Martha Griffiths D-Mich

Area Junior High Grid Loop Forms 1969 Schedule

At a St Louis area meeting League Chairman Wilbu Bernier said two teams would be missing Denis Halli of Alfred and Biddeford Junior High due to lack of players Old Orchard Beach Burns Saco Sanford Junior High and St Louis Junior High will compete four teams play on home and away basis Officials fees set with Al Potvin assigned to assign no more than three games per week Schedule lists games from Sept 25 to Oct 30 with matchups including Sanford Burns St Louis Old Orchard Beach and Burns Sanford St Louis and Sanford Old Orchard Beach.

St. Louis High School Biddeford Wilbu Bernier Denis Halli Alfred and Denis Hall Sanford and Burns Greater St. Louis Portland Old Or‘chard Beach Burns School of Saco Sanford Junior High St. Louis al Potlvin Sanford Burns Old Orchard Beach Old Orchard

Maroon And Tigers Hold Up In Class A Openers

Biddeford High School impressed as its quick line and Thornton Academy’s defense caused four fumbles. Rumford and Brewer posted strong starts, while York County teams debate a new league as Old Orchard Beach exits the Seacoast Conference.

Maroon and Tigers Biddeford High School Thornton Academy Tigers Walterville Biddeford Thornton Maroon Brian Gerry Rumford High School Waterville Sanford St. Louis Brewer Ken Perrone South Portland Maine Brunswick Morse High School of Bath

Boxing Results From Last Night Across Multiple Cities

Fights in Tokyo and New Orleans showcased challengers and title holders with wins by decision. Percy Pugh retained the U S welterweight championship after defeating Miguel Barreto in New York City. other bouts in North Adams and San Carlos featured outpoints and interim decisions.

Associated Press Tokyo Jenji Iwata Japan Flash Besandes Philippines North Adams Mass al Romano Outoe Roy Williams Acting New Orelans Percy Pugh New Orleans Miguel Barreto York City Pugh U.S San Carlos Calif Ray Echavarria San Jose

Major League Leaders Renowned in Batting Pitching and Runs

Baseball statistics highlight the American League leaders in batting runs RBI and hits with Carew and Oliva top hitters for Minnesota while Palmer and Seaver lead pitchers in decisions and ERA. The report also notes the coming AHL clinic for linesmen to be held in September in Springfield Massachusetts conducted by Frank Udvari and league officials.

Associated Press Carew Reese Minnesota R. Jackson Oakland F. Robinson Baltimore Killebrew Powell Oliva Clarke New York F. Howard Washington Harper Seattle Campaneris Palmer Springfield Mass Jack Butterfield Arena Shey Frank Udvari National Hockey None

Trotters and Pacers Parade of Names and Races

A long list of trotters and pacers with driver initials, race numbers, and purses appears, detailing entries such as Reed Dell s Image Burdick Highland Jubilee D. Cossette Deans Champ A Nason Sesend Meee Pace 450 and other horses like Princess Kent My Byrd Fairmeade Parker Nats Ninny and Flying Red. The record ends with a note on the Mercy Seat being a gold en plate atop the Ark of the Covenant and blood sacrifice symbolism.

Reed Dell D. Cossette Deans Champ A. Nason J. Flanagan E. Brown My Byrd Fairmeade ie _ Parker Degae All Frost Aes Ho Vo Ja. Winters Royal Jane R. Smith _Buddy Ben. H. Provost Om Star C. Mattison Ong Mark L. Blake Gunmor W. Anderson Princess Iris O. Sheldon Flying Red Trusty Prince S. Dudek Star Knights J. Geddis Deucalion Lady Onyx Late Frost W. Blake Clem Pride E. Tracy R. Fenno Bobbi A. Schmigel F. Smith Hal Minnie Sota W. Colby P . Connie W. Fisher John R.mney Eolas Deb N. Allen Ray Sampson P. Hill Slapsie Maxie E. Ballou D. Carlisle Jr Dan Worthy Colby S. Hamil- Happy Dan Cassidy Dianne Lind P. Buckley Big Bob Dania Dee H. Provost Pace Evas Dale R. Snes Early Bird Burdick Nois P B Grattan R. Cross Hardy Royal F. Parker Gidd

Heinsohn Named Celtics' Coach For 1969 70 Season

Tommy Heinsohn agreed to a one year contract to succeed Bill Russell as coach of the Boston Celtics. General Manager Red Auerbach said Heinsohn’s loyalty and scouting work make him a likely long term fit. Russell remains retired with potential but uncertain plans. Heinsohn takes over as the team faces roster changes and training camp.

Boston Tommy Heinsohn Boston Celtics Heinsohn Bill Russell Heinie Rel Auerbach Celtics NBA Auerbach Russell Tommy Sam Jones Mal Graham John Havlicek Larry Siegfried

Little Folks Bowling League Set To Roll

The Little Folks Mixed Couples bowling league begins at 20th Century Lanes Biddeford on Saturday at 9 30. Eight teams form this younger set league with prizes and a season ending bowling party. Over 25 youths have signed up with openings for under 14s. Sign up before Saturday to help balance teams. Contact Nick Gillis for details.

Little Folks 20Th Century Lanes Franklin Street Biddeford Jean Nick Gillis 20Th Cent

Eagles Schedule Football Smoker

The St. Louis Alumni Association hosts the first annual football smoker tomorrow at 8 pm in the St. Joseph hall Bord. The Brewer High School and St. Louis High School game film will be shown with coach Bob Cote narrating. A Q and A session follows and women are encouraged to attend.

St. Louis

East Biddeford II To Meet Tomorrow

There will be a meeting of the East Biddeford Little League tomorrow at 8 p.m. in the City Building. Election of officers will be held.

East Biddeford East

Indians Rally In Ninth To Beat Boston

Cleveland breaks a 1-1 tie with four ninth inning runs to beat Boston 4-1 at Fenway Park. Bill Hennigan earns the win in relief while Lee Stange allows only two hits through eight. Mike Andrews homer spoiled Tiant’s start as the Indians move closer to finishing the season series ahead.

Boston Alvin Dark Cleveland Indians Dark Dick Williams Sox Indians Lee Stange Red Sox Detroit Tigers New York Washington Williams Stange Luis Tiant Cleveland Tiant Mike Andrews Andrews Jose Cardenal Syd O'Brien Cardenal Frank Baker Duke Sims Tony Horton Lou Klimchock Sonny Siebert Uprising

Independent Shop Keglers Head For Lanes

Independent Shop Keglers head to Pastime Lanes on Main Street Biddeford for the Men s League opener. Ten five man teams contest the third season, with entrants including Big R Outlet Cate s Market Allied Shoe Allied Maintenance Paint Casak Contractors and Bull s Cafe. Start time listed as 8.

Pastime Lanes Main Street Biddeford Inde Ent Shop Big R Outlet Cate’s Market Allied Shoe Allied Maintenance Paint Casak Contractors Bull’s Cafe

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