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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 23, 1971

Page

8

Wash Wins Swim Meet Sets Records at Clinton Clinton Clinton

Washington swept all swimming events at Clinton, amassing 89 points to 50 for runner up. Ben Taylor set an individual mark of 3 07.90 in the 200 individual medley and John Huston clocked 4 05.27 in the 400 freestyle. The Warriors also set a meet record of 318.5 in the relays and broke team marks in the sophomore 200 medley, 200 freestyle, 100 fly, 100 breaststroke, and both 400 free relays. Diving remained Clinton’s sole victory.

Clinton Cedar Trapids Washington Warriors Renterup Ben Taylor John Huston Bnoth

Eau Claire Climbs in College Basketball Poll

Eau Claire rises to second in the national college basketball rankings as another undefeated week boosts its profile. The team gains two more victims, overtaking Evansville for second place behind Kentucky State in the latest poll while names like Wesleyan, Ken, Marvey, and Western appear in the scattered notes on other programs.

Wisconsin-Eau Claire Kilntucky Esp Claire Evansville Ant Secont

Ticket Pressure Heats Up for No. 1 Nebraska Alabama Bowl

AP report on Orange Bowl ticket demand as Nebraska and Alabama race to a national title. Officials warn of data scalpers amid record interest, with top officials noting potential seating constraints and widespread political and fan attention.

Orange Bowl Miame iJlickets Washington Earnie Selter Moscow Nebraska Alabama

Merlin Olsen Repeats in Pro Bowl Tilt Ten Times

Los Angeles Rams tackle Merlin Olsen named to the 10th Pro Bowl in his NFL career as 23 newcomers join the NFC squad for the Pro Bowl in Los Angeles on January 28. Dallas Cowboys star Mel Renfro also repeats for the eighth time in eight years and Roger Staubach and Greg Landry headline the new quarterback group.

Mike Rathhet NEW York Dato Merlin Olsen Los Angeles Hams Los Angeles Olsen Mel Renfro Dallas Cowboys Rot Roger Staubach Delrag Greg Landry Detroit Staubach Landry Ailey John Brockington Great Bay Steve Owens Willie Gilison Larry Brown Washingtny Dick Gordon Chicago Bob Grim Minnesota Roy Jefferson Washington Gene Washington San Franciseo Dallas New Orelans New York Giants Besldes Staubach Renka Cowboys Rayfield Wright Joh Niland Bob Lilly Chuck Howley Cornell] Green Hoa Widby St. Louis Courserback Rogers Wehrli

Frank Robinsons Uniform Retired By Orioles

Baltimore Orioles retire Frank Robinsons uniform number two honoring his five year tenure with the club and the team s trade to the Dodgers. Executives and manager praise his on field performance and leadership as Robinson shifted to a new chapter with lasting impact on the franchise.

Baltimore Frank Robeinson Baltimore Orioles Orioles Los Angeles Dodgers Frank Mt Baltimor J. Frank Caahen Jtnt Earl Weaver Robinson Frank Robinson Cashen Pete Rickett Dodgers Doyle Alexander Bob O'Brien Sergio Robles Oulfletdar Royle Stillman

Solon-North Linn Troy Mills pins highlight meet

Solon defeated Troy Mills 9-2 as Richanl Buchmayer powered the fastest pin in t1 seconds. Other pins included Bae 5705 and Hal Lect among the listed match results.

Solon-North Linn Troy Mills Solan Richanl Buchmayer Bae As Hal Lect Hate Hee AF Ee Feng ML Ae

Rams Set for Holiday Tournament at Lincoln

Rams of Vernon-Cornell College enter the Nebraska Wesleyan Christmas tournament December 28-29 in Lincoln Nebraska. Also in the field are Marymount College Salina Kansas University of Wisconsin Platteville and Lincoln Nebraska Wesleyan. Cadillachead Rams hold a 241 season record with only Upper Iowa College defeating them.

MI. Vernon Cornell College Nebraska Wesleyan University Lincoln Ned Mso Marymount College of Salina Kans University of Wisconsin Platteville Lxmt Nebraska Wesleyan Rams Upper Iowa College Cutuell

Halas About Gordon Scurrilous Lie Sparks Bears feud

Chicago AP reports a heated exchange involving George Halas over claims about Gordon and the Bears. The conflicting statements center on loyalty, contracts, and alleged conspiracies within the Bears front office amid tension with staff and players.

Halas Gordon

Battle ties Tennessee record with tenth win in row

Knoxville AP report notes Vols coach Bill Battle achieving his second straight season with 10 wins as Tennessee edged Arkansas 14-14 in the Liberty Bowl in Memphis. The piece mentions General Robert Neyland’s precedent of three 10-win seasons in 1940s era and cites coach Halas commenting on Dick Gordon remarks and other surrounding turmoil.

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Pro Sports Pay Hockey Controversy Dominates Ledger

A sports article recounts a dispute over pay and contract terms in pro hockey. It highlights quoted remarks alleging racial prejudice and claims about fair treatment, with player Teague involved in negotiation tensions over a 1070 value and signing for the current season.

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