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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 21, 1967

Page

11

Lorenzen Out May Retire Soon From NASCAR

CHARLOTTE N C AP Fred Lorenzen may skip Martinsville 250 mile Virginia 500 stock car race amid ulcers and reports of imminent retirement. Ford officials withheld confirmation as John Holman and John Cowley echoed doubt he will drive or race again soon. Lorenzen has been top winner on the South’s big tracks with 25 NASCAR victories and more than $722000 in purses.

Charlotte N.C APY Fred Lorenzen Martinsville John Cowley Ford Dearborn Mich Fred Cowley Lorenzen John Holman Holman- Moody South Nascar Daytona Atlanta Darlington Rockingham Midas U.S Canada

Jefferson Defeats Washington In Dual Tennis Meet

Jefferson defeated cross town rival Washington 5-2 in a Thursday dual match. Lee Wright won the No. 1 singles 12-2 over Kit Covington, then Wright and Bob Vane won the top doubles for Washington’s only other win.

Jefferson Washington Wash Jayvees Warrior Lee Wright Kit Covington Wright Bob Vane Wash

Wash Golfers Down LaSalle in Ellis Park match

Washington golf team defeated LaSalle 167 to 173 at Ellis Park on Thursday. Medalist honors were shared by two players from each school: LaSalle's Steve Badger Bernie Owens and Wash's Bob Thaler Steve Hill each shot 41. Final scores listed include Rodner Miller Ament and others with varied totals.

Washington LaSalle Ellis Park Steve Badger Bernie Owens Bob Thaler Steve Hill Wash Steve Rodner Bemie Owens Alecar Miller Nick Ament Wash Garis Sam Hill Tom Eicher Don Robb Jim Stripe

Groat Out With Ankle Infection For Phillies

Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Dick Groat was hospitalized Thursday for treatment of an infected ankle and will be out until at least Monday.

Philadelphia Dick Groat Philadelphia Phillies

Nolan Fans 12 Dodgers Hesitation Proves Costly

In Cincinnati, Nolan and the Reds toppled the Dodgers 3 1 with a late rally. Pavletich scored the winning run after a Dodgers miscue and Pinson delivered the deciding hit. Nolan struck out 12 over nine innings in his second start, proving a bright rookie showing.

Pavletich Vada Pinson Reds Pete Rose Dodgers Young Nolan Oroville Calif Houston Los Angeles Jim Hickman New York Chicago San Francisco St. Louis Tommy Davis Mets Cubs Tom Seaver Cal Maxvill Henderson Bolin Lindy McDaniel Frank Linzy

Lakers sue ABA player over contract breach

The Los Angeles Lakers file a 3,050,000 damage suit against the ABA and Jim Bad News Barnes after he signed with the Dallas Chaparrals of the new league. NBA president Kennedy says Baltimore Bullets have also begun action against the ABA, signaling a fullscale conflict over player contracts and league talent.

LOS Angeles National’ Basketball Assn American Basketball Assn Los Angeles Lakers NBA ABA Laker Jim Barnes Dallas Chaparrals Walter Kennedy Baltimore Bullets New York Cooke Dallas Max Williams Williams Lakers Ivery

Auerbach Eyes Celtics Ownership Move

Red Auerbach and partners including Celtics president Jack Waldron seek to buy the Boston Celtics from Marvin Kratter, who says the club is for sale at the right price. Kratter notes 20 other offers while Auerbach predicts a good chance his group will complete the purchase.

Boston Red Auerbach Boston Celtics National Basketball Association Auerbach Jack Waldron Celtics Marvin Kratter National Equities, Inc NBA Kratter Waldron Jack Red Club

Lawson Cups Kansas Win at Kansas Relays

Former Kansas star John Lawson won the Julius Marks 10,000 meter in 29 55.4 at the 42nd Kansas Relays in Lawrence. Juan Martinez of Mexico led early, Lawson passed on the final lap, finishing three yards ahead with a 59.3 second final lap. Lawson, 23, West Los Angeles insurance man and 1965 NCAA cross country champion, competes as 19 finals are scheduled including Jim Ryan in the Cunningham mile.

Lawrence Kan Kansas John Lawson Long Beach 49Ers Julius Marks Juan Martinez Mexico Lawson Los Angeles Jim Ryan Glenn Cunningham

Dolphins Sign Beier Defensive Back From Miami

Miami Dolphins of the AFL signed Tom Beier, the ace defensive back at the University of Miami, on Thursday. The move adds a defensive specialist to the squad as the team looks to bolster its secondary.

Dolphins Beier Miami, Fla Tom Beier U. of Miami Miami Dolphins American Football League

Reagan Teases Cal Football With Sandal Cleats Remark

Governor Reagan jokes about Cal Berkeley football needing cleats on sandals as a sign of optimism for a strong season. Juan Marichal, booed after losing his third straight start, says fans aren’t booing Franks for removing him. Roger Maris in first Cardinals year says he’s done nothing unusual.

Ronald Reagan California Berkeley San Francisco Juan Marichal Herman Franks Roger Maris Cardinals

Pocket Rocket Leads Canadiens Past Maple Leafs 6 2

Montreal goalie Rogatien Vachon and rookie Henri Richard powered a 6 2 win over Toronto in game one of the NHL final. Richard scored three times to break a 1-1 tie, Beliveau and Cournoyer added, while Beliveau and Pappin traded late goals. Toronto coach Punch Imlach ordered tougher practice ahead of game two.

Montreal Little Rogatien Vachon Henri Richard Maurice Leafs Johnny Bow the Rocket Terry Sawchuk Montreal Canadiens Toronto Beeline Mon ' Fae Chee le Gaveleu Ouaucy Vu Pocket Rocket Canadiens Toronto Maple Leafs Henri Punch Imlach Richard Yvan Cournoyer Jean Beliveau Larry Hillman Jim Pappin

College Baseball Results Across Several Matchups

College baseball scores include Buffalo at St Bonaventure 0-5. Toledo routs Ohio Northern 17-1. Cal State College 3 fell to Crowder College 15-3. Pittsburgh beats Georgetown 11-6. Michigan defeats Kent State 4-2. Other listed results include St Peter's at Washington 9-4, Roanoke 5-3, Hampden Sydney 44- there is mixed formatting and some unreadable entries.

Buffalo St. Bonaventiure Toledo Ohio Northern Willem Jewell Crowder Col Denver Calo State College Pittsburgh Georgetown Witi Ates Ownsen Washington Roanoke Hamphet Sydiway Celand Sieieakota Mlawouri SRAM Ob M. East M. Tech Waukon D. M. Tech D. M. North

Hawks Meet Northwestern In Twin Bill

CHICAGO AP The Big Ten baseball race begins as six teams start conference play with Ohio State atop at 3-1. Friday features Illinois at Purdue Iowa at Northwestern and Minnesota at Wisconsin in doubleheaders. Saturday adds more twin bills with Iowa at Wisconsin and Minnesota at Northwestern. Indiana and Michigan tied for second at 2-2 behind Ohio State. Michigan State sits at 1-3.

Chicago Ohio State Buckeyes Illinois Purdue Iowa Northwestern Minnesota Wisconsin Twin Bills Central Michigan Michigan State Michigan Indiana

Veeck Undergoes Knee Operation in Maryland

EASTON Maryland AP Bill Veeck former baseball club owner injured in a fall at home last month underwent an operation on his left knee at Easton Memorial hospital. He said he had some repair and maintenance work done and is expected to stay hospitalized about a week to 10 days.

Easton, Md Bill Veeck Easton Memorial Hospital

Harnisch Named Ottumwa High Coach and AD

Ottumwa AP reports Charles H. Harnisch, 32, a 1957 graduate of Town Wesleyan College, has been named head football coach and athletic director at Ottumwa High School. The appointment marks a major leadership move for the district and the football program.

Ottumwa Charles H. Harnisch Town Wesleyan College Ottumwa High School

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