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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 30, 1971

Page

8

Griese Sees Edge For Dolphins In Colts Clash

Dolphins quarterback Bob Griese said the penalties and heat at the Orange Bowl give Miami an edge in the AFC title game against Baltimore and Johnny Unitas. He noted Baltimore relies on short throws and quick timing, while Miami plans to force 18 play drives and test the Colts’ defense. Griese praised Baltimore’s athletic defense but warned against overconfidence and emphasized Miami’s home-field advantage in driving plays.

MIAMI Milam Bob Griese Johnny Unitas Baltimore Dolphins Colts Griese Kansas City Kansas

Dietzel Talks With Denver On Broncos GM Coach Post

University of South Carolina coach Paul Dietzel met Denver Broncos officials to discuss becoming general manager and head coach. Officials noted Dietzel preferred to stay at Carolina but wanted full facts from Denver. Dietzel’s prior career included LSU and Army, with notable NFL and college links.

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Marshalltown Players Set Challenge in Las Vegas Ping Pong Match

Marshalltown Community College sophomores Johnson Olson and Pete Kelley agreed to defend their world ping pong marathon record in Las Vegas. The event pits one of the Marshalltown players against Richard Dewey, the Ironman of Kansas City, in a 1220 game, 8 hour, 45 minute marathon. The winner will claim all prizes on January 7.

Marshalltown Marshalltown Community College Johnson Olson Pete Kelley Las Vegas Nev Vegas Richard “Ironman Dewey Kansas City Youlfis

West Branch Girls Rally Past Clear Creek In Holiday Roundup

West Branch defeated Clear Creek 53 to 4 and took the holiday girls tournament lead as Judy Hutchcroft scored 28 points. Clear Creek top scorer Patty Stockman had 27. Columbus Junction edged Lone Tree 60 to 59 for consolation honors with Barb Podaril totaling 31 for the winners.

West Branch Clear Creek Id Wing Judy Hutchcroft Patty Stockman Columbus Junction Nippeo Lone Tree Barb Podaril Vicky Hull Wife Ware Sandy Patty Heush Debbie Kanter Peibir

Iowa Valley Wins BGM Title in Holiday Tourney

Iowa Valley surged to a 71 70 victory over BGM to claim the HLV Girls Holiday basketball tournament title. Cindy Posse led with 30 points as HLV earned a consolations win over DR M 66 97. Ritterte Paley and Mary Brosauman also starred for the winners while Kathys? orbit glau.

LADON Lowa Valiey B-G-M Ament Cindy Posse H-L-V D-R-M Ritterte Paley

Mediapolis Wins Own Holiday Girls Basketball Tournament

Mediapolis hosts a girls tournament final with Heather Heddens scoring 19 as the winners prevail. Winfield Mt Union defeats Len Nett 62 to 45 in the consolation bracket amid a night of balanced scoring from several players.

Mediapolis Allison-Bristow Heather Heddens Winfield-Mt. Union Len Nett

Kentucky State Tops Top 10 in College Basketball Poll

Kentucky State leads the national college division rankings with seven first place votes and 202 points in a poll of sports writers and broadcasters. Wisconsin Bay Claire trails with five first place votes and 241 points, as the Top Ten features a mix of established programs and rising teams across the nation.

Fey Aueecumnereas Kentucky State Thanerup Wisconsin-Bay Claire BawCinire

Jaycees win 140 over Iby's Sporting Goods in FashBreak

Jaycees edge Iby's Sporting Goods 140 to 0 on a 20 foot buzzer shot by Scott Carnes at the Central YMCA in a FashBreak game. Dow's Dairy beat Kozy Inn 76 71 and Tip Top Tavern of Vinton defeated LAW Local 299 98 48.

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Bears face coaching upheaval after Dooley dismissal

Chicago Bears owner George Halas fired Dooley after a 20-86 record in four seasons, saying a new coach would be chosen from his staff or college or pro ranks. Halas intends to name a successor before the February 1 draft, with talks of Ara Parseghian and Abe Gibron as potential candidates. Gale Sayers expressed sympathy for Dooley, who was dismissed in an emotional morning meeting.

Cricago Chicago Bears George Hala National Football ‘League Halag Dooley Bears Col Halas Apeaks Malas Udy Procter Gals Bill Voshell Dennis Schmitz Big Nawka Dean Knight Bob May Collins Keylers John ‘Tuttle Midnighters Billie Schoner Pat NoftiJhoff Susie Briggs Mary Schild Mary Gregory Dottie Durkin Howard Phillips Bear Gale Sayers Reiis Dovley Papa Bear Decatur Staleys Ralph Jones Haura Luke Johnson Hank Ander Paddy Driscoll

Bucks and Fro's Reach Jane Boyd Junior Final

The Bucks and Fro's Pros advanced to the Jane Boyd Junior High tournament final with semifinal wins on Wednesday. Fro's Pros defeated the Bruins 110 to 62 while the Tucks beat the Cosmic Blues 92 to 34.

Bucks Fro Jane Boyd Bruins Cosmic Blues Cavaliers Osmit Murs Co'eman

Dick Schatrath Retires From Pro Football

Cleveland AP reports veteran offensive tackle Dick Schatrath, drafted from Ohio State in 1959, retires after a storied career including two all pro selections and multiple Pro Bowl trips. The announcement ends a long, injury-plagued run with a late career decline and reflects his impact as a tenacious blocker in the era.

Gridder Cleveland Dick Schatrath Ohio State Schafrath Sopuman Fates Sen

Colts star Tom Matte listed doubtful for AFC title

Tom Matte of the Baltimore Colts is doubtful to start in the AFC championship game with the Miami Dolphins. Coach Don McCauley notes the potential loss could force a rookie back into action alongside fellow backs Don Notlinghant and Norm BuJaleh as alternatives.

Tampa Tom Matte Baltimore Colts Miami Dolphins Don McCal-l Turty Matte Norm Bu Jaleh Colts Don McCauley Don Notlinghant

Pro Golf Schedule Set For 1972 Tour Start

The 1972 pro golf season opens with the Los Angeles Open January 6 to 9. Events span January to June including California and Florida stops, with majors and invitational rounds across cities such as Corona Caracas Palm Desert and Pensacola shaping the tour calendar.

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Global amateur golf men and women events listed

A fragmented OCR page details numerous golf tournaments and events across North America. It lists names, venues, dates, and sponsors including Greater Milwaukee Open and Canadian Open, with mentions of national and international open events and the World Amateur championships. The text shows multiple sponsors, locations, and dates, reflecting a busy golf calendar with various divisions and tours.

Grid tilts set for NFL playoff weekend telecasts

The NFL announced two Sunday playoff games San Francisco at Dallas at 12 30 p m and Baltimore at Miami at 3 30 p m with CBS and NBC carrying the broadcasts The Friday trio includes North Carolina vs Georgia in the Gator Bowl at 1 p m on NBC the Houston West String game at 2 p m on ABC and Colorado vs Houston in the Bluebonnet Bowl at 4 40 p m on NBC

New York San Francisco Dallas Baltimore Miami National Football League CBS Colt-Dolphin NBC North Carolina Georgia ABC

Royal Names Phillips To Start For Longhorns

Dallas AP reports Texas Coach Darrell Royal announced Eddie Phillips will start at quarterback against Penn State in the Cotton Bowl on New Year’s Day. Donole Wigginton impressed as a substitute during the regular season.

Dallas Texas Darrell Royal Eddie Phillips Penn State Donole Wigginton

Wildlife funds allocated to states for 1972 programs

The Interior Department distributes 47.88 million dollars in fiscal 1972 to states for fish and wildlife restoration and hunter safety, funded by excise taxes on fishing tackle, ammunition and guns. State allocations vary by area size and licenses issued for fish and wildlife, with hunter safety grants tied to state population. Iowa, Kansas, Missouri, Nebraska and Oklahoma are listed with specific ranges.

Washington Interior Department Iowa Katt Neb Okla

College Basketball Tournament Results and Rankings

College teams compete across multiple venues with scores showing Tech Colleges 81 to 75 over Southwestern Texas and Western 58 over another opponent. Bay area results include Baylor 85, Western 34 in a classic, plus multiple invitational events featuring Gannon, Doane, and Eastern Washington with scores ranging from mid 70s to high 80s and noting notable players and outcomes.

Saint Patrick's and St. Pius Triumph in Parish Tourney

In the Immaculate Conception parish holiday basketball tournament semifinals, St. Patrick's defeated St. Ludmila 61-38, led by Zipperer with 42. St. Matthew's fell 60-41 to St. Patrick's, with Maloney and Kentley each scoring 14. The final features St. Patrick's vs St. Pius after St. Patrick's and St. Pius won previously.

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Dennis The Menace Appears Daily In Classifieds

The Lazette classified page features Dennis the Menace as a daily appearing item. Readers see comic strip references, with listings highlighting regular appearances and related features in the section.

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