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Biddeford Saco Journal

Location

Biddeford, Maine, United States of America

Date

Sep 28, 1976

Page

7

Redskins Beat Eagles In Sudden Death Thriller

Washington coach George Allen notches his 100th NFL victory as Mark Moseley kicks the game winner 29 yards into sudden death, after a late first-half blitz by Allen sparked a 10-0 deficit to a 20-17 win over Philadelphia. Joe Lavender and Pat Fischer interceptions help seal the victory.

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Sutton Fires Shutout as Dodgers Rally for Alston Sendoff

Don Sutton pitched a four hit 2-0 shutout over the Houston Astros as Walter Alston announced his retirement after 23 years at the Dodgers helm. Sutton improved to 21-9 with his ninth straight win and marked an emotional tribute to his longtime manager. The night also saw Mets beat Expos 10-3 and Phils rout Cardinals 9-1.

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Ali Norton title showdown looms at Yankee Stadium tonight

Muhammad Ali, 34, 8-5 favorite, defends the heavyweight title against Ken Norton in a third 1973 series rematch. Weigh ins placed Ali near 221 pounds and Norton at 215. The bout, promoted by Madison Square Garden and Top Rank, aims to smash live gate records with an estimated 40,000 in attendance and a world TV audience.

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Walter Alston to Step Down as Dodgers Manager

Walter Alston announced he will step down this year after 23 one year contracts with the Los Angeles Dodgers. He said he will stay with the club in a front office role and the search for a new manager will begin with Peter O’Malley, Al Campanis, and Alston planning the transition.

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A's pound Royals in brawl filled game

Oakland beat Kansas City 8-3 to open a decisive series as tempers flared. Two on field and fan clashes interrupted play in the sixth inning, with Vida Blue improving to 18 12 and Ron Fairly delivering the go ahead run in the fifth.

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Losers' Week at Ollywood Park Harness Meet

At Ollywood Park in Inglewood California Western Harness Racing launches Losers' Week with prizes for last place finishers each night The rewards range from a $25 loan gift certificate to a Thanksgiving dinner a swine flu shot and live pig and a grand prize condemned two bedroom house with freeway path relocation option The entry method is selecting last place horses in the first six races nightly Winners gain grandstand tickets and free Western Harness shirts the 11 982 shirt giveaway aligns with the grand prize night attendance

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