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Newspaper
Bemidji Pioneer
Location
Bemidji, Minnesota, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1973
Page
6
Fullerton California AP veteran defensive back Charlie Stokes has been acquired by the Los Angeles Rams from the Minnesota Vikings for an undisclosed NFL draft choice.
Bemidji State College prepares for the 1973 season with 16 lettermen among 22 players on offense and defense under coach Jim Malmquist. The Beavers, practicing in high heat, host Valley City State in the opener and feature a large, senior-heavy lineup with multiple freshmen and sophomores in key roles.
Jim Bibby fanned 14 Minnesota batters yet lost as the Rangers fell 5-2 to the Twins in 11 innings. Rod Carew stole second and Oliva delivered a go ahead hit in the 9th before Minnesota erupted for four runs in the 11th. Bert Blyleven improved to 16-14 while Whitey Herzog managed the Rangers amid the late rally.
Bemidji Lumberjacks open a nine game season with a 730 PM kickoff against Duluth Central. Coach Ray Kavanagh fields Drew and Drever at ends, Carter and Thompson tackles, Howe and Born guards, Vetter center, Hubbel QB, Shofner and Aakhus backs, Conway fullback. Rowlette Berg Malmauist Aakhus Boysen among likely players. Duluth Central, rebuilding after an 0 8 season, will start O Hara and Byers at ends, Stotts and Shaw tackles, Jimnak and Vitto guards, Humes center, Alstead QB, Hollis and Grote backs, Bodin fullback. Season tickets available. adults $6, students $3, athletic pass $12.
Raceway events roll into Labor Day weekend with a regular 7 30 p m race on Wednesday and a Coaches Special at 7 30 p m on Monday Rod Pickett serves as flagman with drivers Chuck Grillo Brian Grand Don Murphy Des Sagedahl Jim Smalley Jim Malmquist and Ozzie Loeffler set to participate An awards banquet is planned for Sept 29 at the Moose Club Sunday night races resume the weekend before Memorial Day.
Minnesota prepares for the season opener at Ohio State with a full scrimmage scheduled after three days of conditioning. Coach Still praised the team’s effort in the contact practice and noted optimism about the players’ readiness.
Johnson to run 1974 United States National team tryouts at two sites in September. A western camp September 8–9 at Blooomington Ice Garden Bloomington with first session 10 am to noon. An eastern camp September 22–23 at Charles River Skating Club Newton Mass with first session 10 am to noon September 22. Nationals compete in World Championships March 21–30 in Ljubljana Yugoslavia.
Falconbridge Ontario native Henry, a four season UND defenseman, reports to the California Golden Seals main pre-season camp in Kingston Ontario on September 8. He graduated last June and was drafted by California three years ago. Henry stands 5-11 and weighs 190 pounds.
Bemidji State hosts Duluth Central Trojans in a 7:30 p.m. season kickoff on the Bemidji State gridiron. Coach Ray Kavanagh leads Bemidji with 32 juniors and seniors ready, while Central's Dick Torbert begins his second year. The article notes plans for two-way starters, kicking duties, and early focus on conditioning and sophomores for the B squad.
Upper Midwest golfers begin the Vandersluis Memorial at Bemidji Town and Country Club with 18 hole qualifying Saturday 8 am. Defending champions Demers and Gumlin listed among players. Prize money totals 2500 in merchandise with men and senior divisions. Co chairs Bob Brothen Larry Perkins and director Jack Iluoma oversee a three day event.
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