Simpson named AFC Player of the Year after leading AFC rusher
O J Simpson led the AFC in rushing with 1,251 yards as the Buffalo Bills’ workhorse, earning UPI’s AFC Player of the Year. Franco Harris of Pittsburgh surged to second with eight votes, while Earl Morrall of Miami and Larry Csonka followed in voting.
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New York
UPI
O. J. Simpson
United Press International
Simpson
Franco Harris
Pittsburgh
Earl Morrall
Miami
Dolphin
Larry Clanke
Bills
Southern California
Buffalo Bills
Lew Saban
Saban
Floyd Little
Denver
Harris
Steelers
Penn State
Lemaire’s late goals lift Canadiens to 4-1 win over Blues
Jacques Lemaire scored twice to extend Montreal’s Eastern Division lead with a 4-1 victory over St. Louis. Ken Dryden’s bid for a fourth shutout was spoiled when Phil Roberto tallied late. Vancouver edged California 4-3 as Detroit tied Pittsburgh 1-1.
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United Press International
Montreal Canadiens
National Hockey League
Jacques Lemaire
NHL
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St. Louis Blues
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Vancouver
California
Detroit
Pittsburgh
Lemaire
Blues
Montreal
Bob Johnson
Guy LaPointe
Murray Wilson
Cana
Diens
Ken Dryden
Phil Roberto
St. Loui
Don Taymahiil
Canucks
Toronto
Ted McAneeley
Nick Libett
Pla
Ge Montreal
NY Amers
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LSP
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Bar
Chicago
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Pittsban
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Gallies
Minnesota
Tuusio
Ranners
NY Islanders
Ane Hoston
Adlenta
St. Louis
Philadelphia
Libett
Penguins
al McDonough
Cowens scores 38 in Celtic victory over Knicks
Celtics beat Knicks 115-106 as Dave Cowens scores a career high 38 with 20 rebounds and John Havlicek adds 31. Heinsohn praises Cowens. Reed counters, noting Knicks had a so-so game. Other NBA results follow with Haywood, Goodrich, Tomjanovich leading various teams.
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UPI
Dave Cowens
Florida State
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New York Knicks
New York
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Celtics
Boston
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Walt Frazier
Knicks
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Willis Reed
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Golden State
Los Angeles
Portland
Houston
Phoenix
Chicago
Kansas City
Nate Thurmond
Gail Goodrich
Lakers
Rudy Tomjanovich
Suns
Garfield Heard
Kings
Austin Carr
Len Wilkens
Cleveland
Hawks
Stu Lantz
Detroit
Pistons
Bucks
ABA leaders stay hot as Colonels and Stars win
Dan Issel exploded for a season high 38 points to propel Kentucky past Indiana 129 to 120, while Artis Gilmore added 24 and 18 rebounds for the Colonels. Julius Erving led Virginia with 52 in a Dallas 131 126 win over the Cavaliers as ongoing ABA action kept the midseason suspense alive. Willie Wise and Utah’s balanced scoring fueled a 24 point effort, and Denver beat San Diego 131 116 with Dave Robisch delivering 16.
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San Diego Conquistadors
San Diego
Colonels
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Pele
Carolina Ad
Kentucky
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Virginia
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Willie Wise
Utah
Stars
Hon Boone
Les Hunter
Luther
Skorich Gets New Three Year Pact With Browns
Cleveland Browns coach Nick Skorich received a generous raise and a new three year contract running through 1975. Despite a rough start with six exhibition losses and three of five regular season defeats, Cleveland earned a wild card playoff spot. Modell praised Skorich while noting the staff would stay intact.
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UPI
Nick Skorich
Cleveland Browns
Skorich
Browns
Art Modell
American Football Conference
Miami Dolphins
Tosing
Modell
Nick
Gala Night for Generals at the B and B
A holiday benefit at the B and B Restaurant honors the Bennington Generals baseball team. A band and buffet accompany the $1.50 event to raise funds for this summer’s 32 game schedule, with all proceeds going to the Generals.
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Bennington Generals
Generals
Legion
Alumni vs Students Game Delivers Mixed Lessons at Mt Anthony
Mt Anthony's first annual alumni game drew strong, yet mixed emotions as students triumphed by 16 points while alumni still showed sharp defense. The event showcased nostalgia with competitive play and public interest, underscoring the cycle of talent from youth to college hoops. The Patriots prepare for a holiday tourney in Hoosick Falls before SVL season play begins in January.
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Patriots
Bennington
Richard Cutlers
Denny Harts
Giants
Bob Morks
Mike Maguires
Patricus
Hoosick Falls
Rutland
MAU
South Glens Falls
N.Y
Mike Maguire
Maguire
Taursday
Williams of Skins is some sport
Edward Bennett Williams, top trial lawyer and Redskins president, rewarded coach George Allen with a seven year, 125000 dollar per year deal plus perks. Williams calls Allen one of the world’s best coaches, says he runs football operations while Williams handles major policy. Their 53,140 crowd saw a playoff win over Green Bay, as Williams recalls a past loss to San Francisco and a plan to improve next year with extra practice time on bad snaps.
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Milton Richman
Washington
UPI
Edward Bennett Williams
Washington Redskins
George Allen
Hedskins
Allen
Redskins
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Tegreta
Vince Lombardi
Vince
Lombardi
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Robert F. Kennedy Memorial Stadium
Henry Kissinger
Nixon
San Francisco
Lincoln-Mercury backs Mt. Snow ski classic in Grand Prix tour
Dearborn Michigan based Lincoln-Mercury Division announces sponsorship of the Lincoln-Mercury Professional Ski Classic at Mt. Snow January 5 to 7 as part of the Benson & Hedges 100s Grand Prix tour. Top skiers Jean-Claude Killy and Spider Sabich are expected to compete for 20000 dollars in prize money.
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Calp
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Tony
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