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Newspaper

Athens Messenger

Location

Athens, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Jan 12, 1973

Page

7

Crucial Mid-Am Clash In Convocation Center Saturday

Ohio University hosts Miami in a 3 PM Mid-American Conference matchup at the Convocation Center. Miami sits 8-3 overall, 2-0 in league, while Ohio stands 8-4, 1-1. both aim to climb in the standings with the Redskins favored on defense and efficient ball movement led by Rich Hampton and Phil Lumpkin.

Paul Hagen Messenger Ohio University Bobcats Miami Redskins Convocation Skins Purdue Jacksonville Indiana Ohio Jim Snyder George Klein Klein Rich Hampton Phil Lumpkin Hampton Gary Dees Lerry Garloch Kim Essenburg Convocation Center Kent State Toledo

AL Approves Pinch Hitter Rule For Pitchers

The American League won approval to use a designated pinch hitter for the starting pitcher and all later pitchers in a game with pregame designation in the lineup. The rule, not mandatory and not affecting fielding, aims to add a new dimension to the game while interleague play and a pinch runner were discussed.

Chicago National League American League Charles “Chub” Feeney Joe Cronin Cronin Bowie Kuhn

Cat Wrestlers Go To Michigan

Ohio University grapplers travel to Eastern Michigan and Central Michigan this weekend for MAC action. Eastern Michigan, led by senior Doug Willer, is young with depth issues, while Central Michigan has promising scorers Gary Peters, John Ruhlig, and George Grostick and seeks a stronger showing after early losses.

Hurons Doug Willer Cats Central Mount Pleasant Cincinnati Iowa Northern Illinois Gary Peters John Ruhlig George Grostick

Nippert Buys Control Of Reds In Cincinnati Move

Cincinnati attorney Louis Nippert has acquired 51 percent of the Reds stock. Bob Howsam agrees to a three year contract to run the team. Nippert declines presidency. voting trust governs control while Howsam confirms the new deal.

Nippert Reds Cincinnati Louis Nippert Cincinnati Reds Bob Howsam Francis L. Dale Howsam Riverfront Stadium Old Crosley Field Denver The St. Louis Cardinals William O. DeWitt Sr David Gamble William J James R. Williams

Controversial NCAA Vote Faces Key Divisional Split

Chicago AP report notes the NCAA convention centers on a proposal to divide membership into voting divisions. Over 400 delegates will vote this afternoon with a two thirds threshold needed to pass. Critics doubt approval amid cost pressures and potential changes to freshman and 1.6 aid rules and scholarships.

Chicago National Collegiate Athletic Association NCAA

Sabres Streak Ends as Rangers Beat Buffalo in NY

The Buffalo Sabres lost 4 1 to the New York Rangers despite a standing ovation from home fans. Pete Stemkowski scored three goals and Jean Ratelle added a power play tally to halt Buffalo’s 24 game home unbeaten run.

Buffalo New York Rangers Sabres Pete Stemkowski Jean Ratelle Ranger Emile Francis Stemkowski Rangers

Two MAC Tests For Swimmers Mermen Icers In Action

Ohio University faces two MAC tests as the swimming teams confront Central Michigan and Bowling Green on back-to-back nights. Coach Fletcher Gilders notes early season form, cites standout performers Bill Pritchard Tom Mistak Roy Cheran and Chris Roesch, and mentions two swimmers killed in a Christmas car crash affecting expectations.

Fletcher Gilders Ohio University Bobcats Eastern Michigan Western Michigan Cats Central Michigan Bowling Green Central Gilders Bill Pritchard Tom Mistak Roy Cheran Chris Roesch Kent State Bobcatchers Lake Superior Kent Pete Maybury John McComb Ohio Brian Teeple Teeple

Candle setup with wax melt reflectors and knife

Instructions describe shaping a candle surface with melted wax. Reflectors can lie flat or stand on a ground driven stick. No people or events are mentioned.

Final plans for Super Bowl VII

Los Angeles AP Miami and Washington coaches avoided barbs as they prepared for the Super Bowl. The Dolphins rely on a strong running game led by Larry Csonka Mercury Morris and Jim Kiick with Griese handling throws as needed.

Allen Washington Los Angeles Don Shula Miami George Allen Larry Csnoka Mercury Morris Dolphins Los Angeles Coliseum Shula Coliseum Atlen Rams Csonka Morris Kiick Jack Pardee Redskins Bob Griese

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