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Newspaper

Bridgeport Telegram

Location

Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America

Date

Apr 02, 1968

Page

9

Mikita Captures NAL Scoring Crown With 87 Points

Stan Mikita of the Chicago Black Hawks clinched the National Hockey League scoring title with 87 points finishing the regular season strong by scoring a goal and two assists in a 5-5 tie with Detroit. He earned 1250 dollars for the crown, plus 1000 for the title and 250 for runnerup to teammate Bobby Hull. Phil Esposito finished second with 84 points and 500 dollars. Gordie Howe placed third with 82 points as the Canadiens won the Vezina Trophy and Lorne Worsley and Rogatick Vachon shared the Velina honors. Ed Giacomin led in goals against average and shutouts.

New York Stan Mikita Chicago Black Hawks National Hockey League Mikita Black Hawks Chicago Center Detroit Art Ross Bobby Hull Phil Esposito Chicago Boston Bruins Gordie Lowe Ed Giacomin Giacomin Canadiens

Playleaders Sought in Bridgeport Summer Programs

Bridgeport offers Playleader positions for summers with pay ranges 290 to 330 dollars. Open to high school graduates 18 or older who reside in Bridgeport. Female applications due April 30 1968 while male applications remain open until further notice. Obtain forms at City Hall Civil Service Commission 45 Lyon Terrace.

the Civil Service Commission City Hall Lyon Terrace

SHU Baseball Opens Home Schedule Against Brooklyn and Hofstra

Sacred Heart University hosts Brooklyn College in the opener on their home field at 2:00 p.m. The Pioneers, 0-1-1, rely on starter Wally Hradstock a .300 batter and strong pitching. University of Bridgeport visits Hofstra later at 3:00 p.m. UB, after beating Brown, sends Tom Charzanowski and Bob Meomarting with John Micavacs to face Hofstra. Don Barnes tops Hofstra with three hits in four at bats.

Sacred Heart University Brooklyn College Pioneers Queens Hofstra University of Bridgeport Brown Hempstead N.Y SHU Doug Tolmquist Wally Hradstock Hradstock Dave Baye Joe Bean Tom Charzanowski Bob Meomarting John Micavacs Don Barnes

Stags and Pioneers Open Regular Golf Season

Fairfield University and Sacred Heart University tee off the 1968 season in a quad match at Riverview Country Club Milford at 1 pm. The Stags bring captain John Hamel John McConachie D Fairchild Wheeler Ted Coin back from a 13 1 team with guest Wethersfield. Sacred Heart led by Don Feeley relies on Chet Day Jr Andy Palsa Jim Wattt Gary Timpany Ed Matulionis. Palsa is Joe Palsa's brother from last season Metropolitan Collegiate champions Fairfield at Mount Kisco New York.

Fairfield University Sacred Heart University Galf Brooklyn College Hunter College Riverview Milford Stags University of Miami John Hamel John McConachie D. Fairchild Wheeler Ted Coin Wethersfield Sacred Heart Don Feeley Chet Day, Jr Andy Palsa Jim Wattt Gary Timpany Ed Matulionis Palsa Joe Palsa Fairfield Mount Kisco N.Y

Little League Tryouts and Meetings in North End

Tryouts for 9 to 12 year olds are Saturday at 2 p m on Beardsley Park diamond. East of Lindley west of Sylvan and Selisom north of North Avenue and south of Old Town road residents may attend with birth certificates. Senior division openings remain for coaches and managers and a league meeting is set for tomorrow night at 8 30 at the North End Columbus Assn elated hall.

North End Beardsley Park Lindley Street Sylvan Avenue Selisom Road North Avenue Old Town, Road Columbus Assu-l

Lemon Eyes Manage New Kansas City Club Role

Lemon Bob Lemon pitching coach for the California Angels is nearing the expansion Kansas City club manager job in the American League. Cedric Tallis submitted his name to the board of directors as the club plans to start play in 1969. Lemon, 47, has a long pitching and managing background including Cleveland and Seattle roles, and is excited by starting fresh with an expansion club.

Long Beach Calif Bob Lemon California Angel Kansas City Cedric Lemon Cleveland Indians Cleveland Hawaiian Islanders Seattle Sporting News Angels

Kaat to miss part of season with ailing arm

Minnesota Twins pitcher Jim Kaat said he will miss part of the season due to an injured left arm. He traveled to Minneapolis to receive x ray treatments after reinjuring the arm early in spring training and has not pitched in competition since.

Minneapolis - ST. Paul UPI Minnesota Twins Jim Kaat Katt Twin Cities Boston Jefthander Kaat

Horse racing results and entries from a crowded race card

A dense report lists results, entries, and bets across multiple races. Winners such as Debora V and Wieds Too Sweet crown the card alongside detailed times, margins, and associated horses, jockeys, and odds. Also included are Daily Double and Exacta payouts with attendance and handle figures from United Press International.

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Gulfstream entries clear and fast in 1:15 post

United Press Internation reports Gulfstream entries in a fast 1:15 post time card. The listing includes multiple horses with prices and weights from $3200 to $3500, with numerous two year olds and varied sires listed across the field, indicating a busy afternoon program.

Vitriolic Out of Derby Through Foreleg Condition

Vitriolic the 2 year old Derby champion from New York owned by Ogden Phipps is withdrawn due to calcium deposits in both forelegs. Trainer Eddie Neley says he will be shipped to Kentucky for an operation and it is doubtful he will run again this year.

New York UPI Vitriolic Ogden Phipps Bold Ruler Phipps Eddie Neley Vitrolic Kentucky

Aqueduct and Santa Anita Entries Report

A large list of horse entries for Aqueduct and Santa Anita shows horses in multiple claiming and maiden events. Notable names include Restless Boss Judson Fidgety Clear and Fost, and entries like Writing Desk Ermos Jewels Amargos and French Riviera. The page lists numerous horse names, weights, and racing classifications across late afternoon sessions.

Gansett Selections Narragonsett Oddities List

A mixed, fragmented catalog of horse names and runners including Fast And Foxy Imperial Sun Ready pAlx Tyrone Shooter Lucky Lippman Woleha Mantolus Sliver Shot Cloddy Maloddy Artist Town Winged Action Poppa Happy Imtthemost River Spot Sporty Cast Styrullah Asisee AAiss Native with scattered references to locations and entities.

Candlewood Isle Animato Tyrone Tarante Ready pAlx Shooter Lucky Lippman Larrysrullak Woleha Mantolus Cloddy Running Bidls Enterprise Artist Town Winged Action Poppa Happy Imtthemost River Spot Styrullah Asisee Aaiss

Gansett Entries Clear and Fash Post 1:0 pm EST

A crowded entry list shows horses named in a racing card with times, weights, and prize money. Names include Sesuit Sue, Imperial Sun, Fast and Foxy, Just Legal, Royal Staff, Tiger Royal, and many others with various claiming prices and age groups. The turnout suggests a regional meet with multiple $2000 to $3500 purses and a mix of 4&up and 3yo classes.

United Prete International Monaga Belmonte Rose Bluff Rodriguez Primrose Ruane Otymar Miss Gorromone Happy Amy Queen Gay Blossom Nashbelle Cordero Jr Rolz Rowlover Bacza a-Aidona Hemisphere Skipay Defiant Son Alvarez Kelly Syl Javidl Twist Perfect Star Roman Away Highly Pleased Scairt Glut Prevalent Prince Grolf Marcial Mistake Grimne Barracan Space Story Bufards Duke Gouchito Deon Run Sailor Yankee Frank Sabah Prestigio Gustines Chick Keiser Rogers Fhre Sword

Gulfstream Selections and Best Bets

Gulfstream picks list top choices with Welland Rd as best and a set of contenders including Counselor Bethson Tallada and Friendly Ghost. Additional horses named include Qle Woman Della Belle Geranyl and Twin Beeches Inclusive with several more like Kitty Quick Keven Heaven and Nike Site among noted entries.

Solons Hoof Lucious Dutwiss Alyaypsey Mt Vinson Alrettas Kern King Mito Keven Heaven Royo Senor a-Clark-Hoffman Coldne Will Power Winter Street Boss Welland Oloran King Gordius Gulfstream Welland Rd Bethson Tallada Friendly Ghost Gromlech Rusty Beau Qle Della Belle Geranyl Perda Marks Stepper Atsina Mlayo Kitty Quick Ruffled Busile Mountain Cloud Myoypsey Jaycecee Nike Crown Chief Busy Life Bossy Toms River Roving Tor

Santa Anita Selections One Best Quadrant and More

Selection notes list multiple horses for Santa Anita racing with picks such as Quadrant in race 1 and a roster including Gloria S, Rosafer, Masked Mate, Subdue, Brave Baby, and Warm Colors. Other entries mention Rubbish Man Smoky Host Low tension Jymfyg California Boy Judge N vry and additional horses across eight positions.

United Press International Judson Wawra Askew Abbey Buono Domenic Evert Willian Ernest Monin Elber Johns Flyer Smoky Host Sweet Wille Wise Eyes Rubbish Mon Speedy Mid-Billingsgate C&o & Fur Sartol First Command Sky Augie Nacimiento California Vardor Chris TR Malcolm Branquette Gus Frank Crivello Fairy Hungry George Kathy Kiely Etfayedl WU Bright Beauty Sunad Kai Bird Mendy Joan Inwood Bernardino Spinel Ruthless Power Brady Gay Lee Isby i Tilloble Aden G bKalon Nore Loss Loucilla Dream x-Polty Phyllis Magrmin Gary Lee Adieus Jed Babucho Kouimon Eric Lone Raven Floren Rokow Santa Anita Quadrant Gloria S Rosafer Subdue Brave Baby Jymfyg Judge N' Vry Kabling K Chris T.R Miss Redoubt Kat Bird Gomely Alodef Foot

Cage Tourney Slated At Bridgeport YMCA This Spring

A three day basketball tournament will start at the Bridgeport YMCA on April 26. The event spans four divisions 13 and under 15 and under 18 and under and 19 and over open to area organization and agency teams. Single elimination format with first and second place trophies.

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Aqueduct Selections Best and Notable Horses

The list highlights top picks and standout entries at Aqueduct. Kathy Kiely is favored as best, with several longshots and notable horses including Never Never Land, Weary Traveler, Leftin Mango, and others referenced among selections and Parlay picks.

United Press International Kathy Kiely Weary Traveler Leftin Mango Aqueduct Storage King Wawra Restless Boss Ocala Tempest Doc A de Leo Count Speedy Wola W Loflin al G Caurant Dair Matcolm Cems Fairy Gaeitu Duchess Nancy Windswenl Jed Mr. Spinaltl

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