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Newspaper

Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Sep 25, 1973

Page

6

Red Sox Smash Tigers On Family Night In Detroit

Boston pounded 15 hits to beat Detroit 14 4 as Reggie Smith Carl Yastrzemski and Tommy Harper drove in runs. The win keeps Boston within reach of the AL East lead while Detroit heads toward a near full road trip and a likely midoffseason shuffle.

Detroit Boston Red Sox Tigers Marty Pattin Eddie Kasko Tiger Joe Schultz Red Baltimore Jim Perry Jesse Jefferson Orioles Perry Jim Campbell Duke Sims New York Yankees Bob Miller New ‘York Mets Tommy Harper Reggie Smith Carl Yastrzemski Cecil Cooper Bob Montgo i Ston Cleveland Milwaukee Fred Hold Yastrzemski Harper Farmer Cooper Montgomery RBI Don Denkinger

Landry Celebrates 100th Victory As Cowboys Crush Saints

Dallas defeated New Orleans 40-3 as Tom Landry earned his 100th win in a 13th season milestone. Robert Newhouse ran for two touchdowns and Staubach connected on a scoring pass. Landry praised North’s potential and recalled past lean years while noting Super Bowl VI remains his personal peak.

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Ruth's Widow Wishes Aaron Luck in Homer Record Run

Ruth's widow, at a New York news conference, voiced support for Hank Aaron as he nears Babe Ruth's 714 home run mark. She recalled Ruth's humility and warned against sensational questions, saying Aaron should be allowed to pursue the record.

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Wilt Chamberlain considers retirement amid rising boredom with basketball

Wilt Chamberlain, 37, says basketball is a bore and he may retire rather than join the San Diego Conquistadors or stay with the Lakers. He discusses his need for life beyond the sport and notes his autobiography Wilt. The all time great reflects on aging, motivation, and future plans amid heavy wealth and fame.

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Celtics Beat Knicks In Preseason Tilt

The Boston Celtics defeated the New York Knicks 108 to 98 in a pre season game at Madison Square Garden. Paul Westphal led with 18 points while Steve Kuberski Hambone Williams and Dave Cowens played 45 minutes before fouling out.

NEW York Boston Celtics New York Knicks Madison Square Garden Celtics Paul Westphal Steve Kuberski Hambone Williams Dave Cowens

Billie Jean King Declines Rematch With Riggs in Public Pace

Billie Jean King says she is pleased with her victory over Bobby Riggs but refuses a rematch. She notes she never wanted to play him and ended discussion after press pressure. King, now playing coach for Philadelphia in the World Team Tennis League, praises Riggs as great show biz while focusing on Philadelphia’s WTT prospects.

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American Pros Favored In John Player Classic

A strong set of American pros including Palmer Brewer Weiskopf Miller Aaron Chi Chi Rodriguez and Coody are among favorites for Europe's $150000 John Player Classic at Turnberry Scotland. Dave Hill withdrew due to injury while Peter Oosterhuis seeks PGA school spots. The field features Gary Player Bob Charles and most Ryder Cup players.

Turnberry Scotland Europe Arnold Palmer Gay Brewer Tom Weiskopf Johnny Miller Tommy Aaron Chi Chi Rodriguez Charles Coody Dave Hill U.S Irish Sea Milsionaires Gary Player South Africa Bob Charles New Zealand

Prominent Lady Wins 1:50 Feature at Green Acres Raceway

Prominent Lady driven by Richard Robinson of Steep Falls captured the 1:50 feature at Green Acres Raceway Buxton on Sunday afternoon. Other results show 1:55 class winners Carol Ann and Tom Larose, 1:57.4 and 2:04.4 times in combined races, with notable entries like White Pine Blaze and Fernwood Flame in the lineup. The neutral Pony Club plans pony racing through September.

Buxton Richard Robinson Steep Falls Maine Green Acres Raceway Pony Club Carol Ann Tom Larose Ronnie William ‘Hoyt Whirlwind Mitchell Red Baron Burtsell Batman Douglas Robinson Starlet Becky Cunningham White Pine Blaze Tasker Fernwood Flame Karl Cunningham Danny Boy Douglass Little Mr. Pete Wm. Hoyt Vic IT. Larose

Major League Leaders Baseball Stats Snapshot

American League leaders include Carew with 349 hits and 197, North with 98 runs and 53 stolen bases, Jackson 32 homers, and Hunter 21–4 with a 3.38 ERA. National League leaders feature Bonds 129 runs, Stargell 118 RBIs and 44 homers, and Seaver with 247 strikeouts.

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Trevino to join Ohio Kings Island Open field next week

KINGS MILLS Ohio AP Lee Trevino announces he will play in the 125600 dollar Ohio Kings Island Open at the Jack Nicklaus Golf Center. The field includes Nicklaus and Weiskopf, top money winners of the season. FAYETTEVILLE NC AP Otis W Hawkins named head basketball coach at Fayetteville State University at 37 from Reynolds High School where he led to the state 4 A finals He is a North Carolina A T A alum and succeeds the late Thomas L Reeves.

Kings Mills Ohio Lee Trevino Jack Nicklaus Trevino Nicklaus Tom Weiskopf Fayetteville N.C Otis W. Hawkins Fayetteville State University Hawkins Fayetteville State Winston-Salem Reynolds High School North Carolina A&t University Thomas L. Reeves

Injuries and grind test Maine Class A football leaders

Coaches Dave Kerry and Bob Cote face injuries and tough opposition as Thornton Academy and Biddeford High School, both at 24 points, share the conference lead with South Portland after weekend wins. Gagnon and Goulet are out for Biddeford against Portland. Thornton’s Fortin has a knee issue but may play. Steve Methot and Letellier starred for Biddeford while Thornton’s defense limited Rumford’s aerial attack. Old Orchard Beach loses to Traip Academy but shows promise in QB Bourassa and receivers Boisvert and Lee.

Dick Charles Daverry Bob Cote Thornton Academy Biddeford High School South Portland Kerry Mike Gagnon Ecotet Brad Goulet Portland Gagnon Goulet Brewer Tigers Maine Biddeford Tiger Dave Fortin Steve Methot Rick Letellier Trojans Rumford Hosmer Field Cote Panthers Thornton Steve Berry Mike Verrier Doug Bartlett Ust Tme Jad Leach Westbrook Blue Blazes Saco Old Orchard Beach Joe Regina Traip Academy Traip Rangers Old Orchard Fitzgerald Regina Mark Bourassa Tim Boisvert Mike Lee Seagulls Wells Lake Region Massabesh Mustangs Chuck McDonald

NFL Standings and Week Schedule Highlights

Pro Football coverage lists standings in the American Conference and National Conference with divisional leaders and matchups. It notes starting times in EDT for Sunday games including Chicago at Denver and New York Jets at Buffalo, plus a Monday report on a team’s injury-free travel after a train incident.

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