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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Apr 25, 1969

Page

4

16 Still Out Nagel Blasted at Rally

Sixteen black Hawkeye players remain suspended from the University of Town football program after a rally where protestors accused coach Ray Nagel of deception in recruitment. Sam Fahr, board chair, said players were warned of dismissal for unauthorized absences and noted efforts to fund fifth-year aid and counseling. The incident centers on allegations of injustice and impassioned calls from supporters at an Afro-American Student Association rally.

Iowa City University of Town Sam Fahr Board In Control of Athletics Hawkeye Ray Nagel Greg Allison Nagel San Diego Calif Allison Coleman Lane Fahr

Indy 500 Entry List Tops 84 Drivers for May Race

Indianapolis awaits the 53rd running of the Indy 500 on May 30 with 84 entries, STP backing 11 cars, A J Foyt leading veterans like Bobby Unser and Graham Hill, newcomers George Follmer and Mark Donohue, a mix of turbocharged and unblown engines, and time trials set for May 17-18 and 24-25 to select the fastest 33 for Race Day.

Indianapolis Speedway Indianapolis Motor Speedway STP Corporation A. J. Foyt Houston Texas Bobby Unser Albuquerque N.M George Follmer Phoenix Mark Donohue

Boros Leads As Byron Nelson Classic Opens In Dallas

Julius Boros, aged 49, stands out as the only named player in the opening round. The Byron Nelson Golf Classic at Preston Trail begins with Boros posting the best score while Boros peers others chasing their first pro victory. Greene Blocker Menne seek breakthrough as Boros dominates the early leaderboard.

Sean Bert Greene Boros Chris Blocker Bob Menne Dallas Julius Boros Big Julie Preston Trail Golf Club

Regis Golfers Edge Regina 172 160 in Elks Club Match

Regis defeated Regina 160 to 172 at the Elks Club course with Barry Hyduk, Tom Stortz, Mark Twaddle, and Phil Berry Crampton leading Regis. Menne, Greene, and Blocker from Regis spoke of struggles and improved form as they chase their first wins on tour. Arnold Palmer and Trevino were noted among the field reading low scores in the event.

Arnold Palmer Iowa City Regis Cedar Lee Trevino Bruce Rapids Regina Elks Club Course Barry Hyduk Wilhover Tom Stortz Mark Twaddle Phil Berry

Luther’s Norris Takes New Post

Dave Norris, Luther college news director for six years, resigns to become promotional director of the Times-Republican newspaper and KFJB in Marshalltown. A Marshalltown native, his resignation is effective August 1. Norris also coached swimming at Luther and was Decorah news editor for four years before joining the Luther staff.

Decorah Dave Norris Luther College Times- Republican KFJB Marshalltown Norse Luther

Curran Bats Pitches Cougar JV to Win

Mike Curran pitched and batted Kennedy's junior varsity to a 3-0 win over Lisbon in a morning game. Curran tossed a one hitter and opened the scoring in the third with a two run homer. He added a fifth inning RBI double as Kennedy JV plated two more.

Mike Curran Kennedy Lisbon Cougars Curran

Bengal Signee Clem Turner Joins Cincinnati Bengals

CINCINNATI AP The Cincinnati Bengals of the American Football League sign ed Clem Turner a halfback from the University of Cincinnati. The report notes Turner joins the pro roster following college play with UC.

Bengal Cincinnati Cincinnati Bengals American Football League Clem Turner U. of Cincinnati

Palmer Hails 400 Yard Drive At Nelson Classic

Arnold Palmer described a 400 yard drive on the Byron Nelson Classic's third hole as the best of his life. He followed with a 190 yard second shot, made a birdie on the par five, and finished the first round at one under par 69.

Dallas Arnold Palmer Palmer Doug Gibbs Kimm Trickey Gibbs

Barland Named Cyclone Track Boss at Iowa State

AMES AP Jerry Barland 38 is named head track coach at Iowa State University succeeding Bob Lawson Barland previously coached track at Butte College in Durham California and will lead Cyclones track program starting this season.

Ty. Barland Butte College Durham, Calif Bob Lawson

Rare Drake Tie For Decathlon

Oklahoma Christian star Jeff Bennett and Iowa State alum Norm Johnston tied for first with 7438 points at the Drake Relays decathlon. Rory Kenward led after day one, while Mike Mattox of Graceland and Lloyd Sigler of Towson finished fourth and fifth in a crowded field.

DES Moines Jeff Bennett Oklahoma Christian College Iowa State Norm Johnston Drake Bennett Johnston Colorado University Rory Kenward Mike Mattox Graceland College Lloyd Sigler Towson Oklahoma Christian Penn Iowa Staters E Club Rory Kolo Mike Aceland Lloyd Sis Gler Towson ‘State Serene Doug Anderson State Hastings College

Jeff Leads 5-0, Falls to Norway 6-5 Comeback Victory

Norway pounded out 12 hits to win 6-5 over Jefferson. Jeff started strong with four runs in the second, aided by errors and timely hits. Brecht earned the win after contributing three-for-four batting and tossing the final tallies, while Trickey and Sacre also featured in the tense late innings.

Norway Jefferson Jeff Tigers Jim Ferguson Terry Sacre Steve Stumpff Terry Brecht J-Hawks Brecht

English Soccer Championships On ABC Wide World Of Sports

English Soccer Championships aired in color via satellite from London on ABC's Wide World of Sports at 4 p.m. Saturday. The telecast highlighted top clubs and key players with commentary and match action from the capital venue.

London ABC Wide World OF Sports

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