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Newspaper
Bridgeport Telegram
Location
Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1971
Page
9
In New York, the Yankees sweep the Angels in a doubleheader 3-0 and 3-1. Britt Peterson scattered nine hits and Rey Wade delivered two singles and a double to pace the win, with Ted Mead driving in a run in the nightcap.
American and National Leagues show results with Cleveland, Chicago, Detroit, Milwaukee, New York, Kansas City, Washington, Oakland, and California among top performers. Standings highlight California atop Western, Kansas City leading Central. notable pitchers include Blyleven and Messersmith. Upcoming games feature matchups across divisions with day-night schedules and key divisional races shaping through the week.
In a muddled report from Memphis Tennessee and Boston Massachusetts, officials describe a church fundraiser turned chaotic as a supposed “Grosso Seavey” picnic spiraled into a dispute over permits and attendance. The event featured MVP Michael Sanges and a local team roster, with certificates and a tournament planned. Details unclear due to damaged text.
Montreal Canadiens star Yvan Cournoyer scored goals and assists in the 1970 71 regular season and added playoff points. The article notes his 1717 season performance with the Stanley Cup champions.
In a lively exhibition clash, Georgi Galva and Mave Badger led scoring while Dacyle Vleck delivered clutch drives. The event showcased rising stars and spirited defense as both teams battled to a close finish.
Top seed Lew Newcombe from Australia advanced to the Canadian Open semifinals with a 6 4 7 5 victory over Marty Riessen of Bryanston Iowa. He will face Ken Rosewall after Rosewall beat Drysdale in the other quarter. Goolagong and Bowray won a women’s doubles quarterfinal.
The 24th Bridgeport District Golf Tournament opens today with qualifiers in TF Wheeler, led by defending champion Ben Costello of Mill River. Notables include Gos tello and Alpheus Winter Jr, as Senior Division match play also begins with 7th annual event. Dale Steger and Costello were in the 48-man field with medal scores tight, starting times listed for early rounds and top challengers.
Lenox sits in a first place tie in the Sena Jor City League and can clinch the title with a win over Crown Bud on Seaside 1 at 3 45 this evening. The game was postponed from Wednesday due to rain.
Mitchell Keys hurled a three hit shutout as Naugatuck topped Fairfield Legion 6 0 in the opening game of the Connecticut junior series at Quinley Field. The pitcher worked five innings, aided by a key two run inning in the fourth, while Naugatuck plated unfinished runs late to seal the win. Stan Thomas earned the save for Naugatuck, as Fairfield could muster only scattered bites against the Makers.
Sutton Massachusetts AP says Siena Ferrell former national champ from Soltmnbus Georgia was disqualified during the Massachi sobs contest for bending rules by using a marked golf glove and questionable aiming. An official cited he did not know what he was doing.
Stratford Food Center edged Celeste Restaurant 2-1 in the opening round of the ASA Class B fast pitch tournament at Raybestos Memorial Field. Ace hurler Bill Dolyak escaped a bases loaded jam in the fifth with four strikeouts, while Stratford’s offense rallied in the third to seize the lead and hold on amid a tense finish.
An unclear report references Masuk Physicals and Tobin with ninefold matters, mentioning flak weeks and involvement by Pu Haak Hem and Amine lajiey. Key names appear, but the fragmentary text limits definite events or outcomes.
The New York Giants acquire Patton and veteran tackle Riel Rein from the Rams in a multi player deal. The Giants also send Buzin in the exchange while Rams fill positions in their receiving corps and defense, with scouts noting the impact on both teams as veteran players shift rosters during camp.
Washington bats rally after an early 2-0 setback to Ken Wright as Pete Rubers, Jeff Burroughs, and Dick Hillings produce key hits. The Senators score once in the sixth on a throwing error and add an insurance run, snapping Kansas City's five game win streak and Washington's five game skid with a 2-1 victory.
Baltimore rallies past Minnesota 8 to 2 as Bruce Rettenmund and Brooks Robinson drive in early runs and Paul Borrero adds a homer. Rod Carew and Tony Oliva provide Twins offense but fall short as Orioles seize the game and move atop the division race.
In Nashua New Hampshire Concord Oosts Pairfield edged Fairfield All Stars 3-2 in Rath Play to clinch a 42 victory and eliminate Fairfield from New England Regional play. Lefebvre drove in the tie breaking run in the seventh as Fairfield failed to advance.
Fragmented report details athletes from Mill River Gauntey Club battling for medals in a championship. Names such as Lattira Gand, Sue Githert, Molly Capozal, Doris Francia, Ann Centila, and Marge Koathlein appear in unclear spellings. Event appears to be a local or club level meet with multiple results and near finishes.
Bulletin from New York reports the St Louis Cardinals beat the Tampa Bay Buccaneers 3 to 2. The article notes Fran Trekenton started and the Giants faced confusion after an early signal caller departed the National Football League game.
Atlanta defeats Houston 10-5 as Williams drives in three with a homer and four hits. Gail Williams slugged a two RBI shot and Hank Aaron extended a hit streak, lifting the Braves past the Astros in a high scoring game at Atlanta.
The Milford Yacht Club plans the third annual invitational offshore race with three 1 8 mile courses for yachts with cruising accommodations and a Soundings DAT rating. Start off Milford with three classes racing to a time limit while officials report entries and trophy events at the club.
Little League West End captured the Bridge sport Original Little League crown by posting two shutouts in the best of throw. Darkerde pitched the championship win limiting Parks to three hits as Corten earned the victory. Belcher homered in the opener and West End’s defense limited their opponent to few baserunners.
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