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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Jan 29, 1965
Page
2
The Prairie wrestling squad finished the dual meet season 13-0 after a 23-15 win over Dubuque Wahlert at Prairie. John Hromidko earned the only fall with a 5 minute 58 second pin in 120 pounds, while Terry Hartley was sidelined with a strained knee. The reserves added a 22-14 victory to improve to 11-2.
Williamsburg wrestlers beat Washington Iowa 27 to 14 in a Thursday dual meet. Ron Willie remained undefeated at 138 pounds with a 6 4 decision. Leon Lintz of Washington handed Bob Curry his first loss at 127, 8 6. Williamsburg won the junior varsity meet 20 11.
A tight panel on the Friday night broadcast 12 O Clock High at 9:00 features General Savage sharing reassurance and resolve to a viewer audience. The program emphasizes courage and resilience.
Springville remains unbeaten in regular play led by 6-10 Bob Hanna and 6-3 Jim Ernst who average 24 and 20 points respectively with strong rebounding. Coach Roland Koch notes depth questions but cites transfers Lester and Mike Bailey as potential upgrades as the Orioles chase the Allac crown at Linn-Mar.
Iowa City Jefferson defeats University High 57 to 38 at the University of Iowa pool. Steve Strauss sets a Jefferson team record in the 100 yard butterfly with 55.6, contending for all American status. Dennis Valenta and Jim Haefner of UH are double winners. events include medley relay and 100 free with notable placements.
Boston AP Frank Lane publicly backs Joe Cronin for the baseball commission at the Boston Baseball Writers dinner. Lane, backed by investors, argues Cronin is best qualified, while Arthur Allyn denies wanting Cronin ousted. Also honored were Willie Mays, John Quinn, and Sam Mele for contributions.
A TV promos spot promotes a Color and B&W episode of The Flintstones airing Friday at 6 30 p m on Channel 9.
Laszlo Papp Hungary’s European middleweight champion has been ordered by the Communist regime to quit professional boxing, according to the Vienna Daily Express report. The order halts his career amid political pressure and state control of sports in Hungary.
The Southeastern Conference voted to sever relations with the AFL over early signings of college players. SEC schools will refuse AFL cooperation, ban AFL personnel from facilities, and withhold information about pro prospects. At least eight redshirts have already signed with teams for 1965, and pass catcher interest in turning pro is noted.
The St Paul Steers riding a nine game USHL win streak are set to play the Waterloo Black Hawks in a weekend series. They climbed from last place on Dec 24 to 11-6, leading the second place team. Games are 7:30 p.m. Saturday and 2:30 p.m. Sunday at the Waterloo Auditorium.
Sonny Meyers meets Blacksnake Clark and Missouri Mauler battles Bobby Shane in feature pro wrestling at Memorial Coliseum Sunday. Also on the card a women's tag team bout spots Kay Noble and Betty Nichols versus Millica Zee and Jane Antone. Doors open 6 15 p.m. and bell time is 7 p.m.
Newberg Ore AP Billy Sullivan credited with inventing the catcher position and the first chest protector. The White Sox star died Thursday from a heart ailment just before his 90th birthday.
At least four Cedar Rapids boxers plan to compete in the Des Moines Golden Gloves on February 25 and 26. Jerry Flanagan 135 from Ryan Austin Rich 147 Dwayne Ampey 160 and Keith Nebendahl 175. Bruce Alger and Don Dochterman train the group and invite other amateurs to call.
Susie Wawro led with a 625 series powered by two 214 games in the Legion's Women's City Major league. Hazel Roach posted 232 and 211, Mary Rauch 590, and Don Rocarek a 245 in the Jubilee Masters. Numerous other skews and team scores are listed across leagues, including Pay-N-Taket and Jerabek's trophies.
Local listings name May City clubs and their members with contact numbers and sections. Coffee Breakers include Mary Shelbie and Lois McMurrin. Shra mek Const and Quicky appear. Bowlettes feature R Gallaner and J Mossbar ff with P Hess and Gallagher. Comets list Helen Nefzger and Mary Bayensartner. plus Pug's Playboys and Mitchell with Ray Gbars Barmon Amusement and Club ee.
National Open champion Ken Venturi will miss about six weeks of golf after surgery at Good Samaritan hospital. Surgeons stitched 15 stitches in his back and another dozen in his legs to treat vascular inflammation causing circulation issues in his hands, especially fingers on his right hand.
Five local fitness leaders will be honored at the Outstanding Young Farmer awards banquet at the Roosevelt hotel on Wednesday Feb 3. Cedar Rapids Jaycees announced winners David Mariner chairing. Ogden named Cedar Rapids Sportsman of the Year and city nominee in the State Jaycee fitness contest with national judging and $1000 awards for national winners.
Dayton's Pat Rupp stopped 48 shots to lift the Flyers to a 5-4 victory over the Des Moines Oak Leafs on Thursday night in an International Hockey League game.
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