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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 09, 1971

Page

12

Huskers Extend Lead In AP Poll Top Spot

In the AP college football poll Nebraska holds first place with 41 first place votes and 1 060 points after a 37 0 win over Iowa State while Oklahoma falls to second with six first place votes and 963 points following a 25 0 victory over Missouri. Penn State climbs to fifth after a 63 7 win over Maryland. Des Moines Vikings of the Midwest Professional Football League accept Tom Benda’s resignation as team president and head coach.

Oklahoma Chuck Falree Fairbanks Sooners Nebraska Associated Press Missouri Iowa State Penn State Maryland Auburn Nittany Lions Michigan Iowa Alabama Louisiana State Mississippi State Georgia Notre Dame Arizona State Stanford Rose Bowberth UCLA DES Moines Des Moines Vikings Midwest Professional Football League Tom Benda

Schembechler Upset With Press and Polls

Michigan coach Bo Schembechler vented at a Purdue press luncheon about poll rankings. He questioned national No 1 status despite a 6-0 Big Ten start and said MSU's upset of Ohio State boosted coverage while Michigan’s 63-7 win drew less attention. He warned against overemphasis on polls and stressed staying focused for the Ohio State game.

Larry Paladine Igan Schembechler Ann Ahbor Mich Bo Schembechter University of Press Michigan Wolverines U Fe Wolve Rines Big Ten Purdue Ohio State MSU Detroit Michigan State Chio ‘State Team

Royals Plan 2 Million Scoreboard At New Stadium

Kansas City owner Ewing Kauffman unveiled plans for a 2 million scoreboard and a 730 thousand dollar water spectacular at the Royals new Truman sports complex stadium. The 12 story board will host 16 320 bulbs and a 4 by 60 foot facial likeness display for home runs, plus animated features and crowd participation. The water display extends 322 feet with a 10 foot cascade, five 10 foot horseshoe falls, and jets rising seven stories in response to cheers. Stadium Clubs membership for 750 with a 300 dollar fee and monthly dues will offer seating options and no requirement for season tickets beyond box seats for certain games.

Kansas City Ewing Kauffman Kansas City Royals Harry S. Truman Kauffman Royals Horseshoe Falls

Pirates Win Series Payout Totals Rise Record $1 742 325

The Pirates and Orioles split World Series payouts with Pirates earning $18 164 53 each and Orioles $13 906 46 as a record pool of $1 742 325 31 was distributed among 13 clubs. The season’s receipts and shares span multiple teams with various per club allocations.

NEW York Pittsburgh Pirates Baltimore Orioles Orioles Bowie Kuhn Ori Oakland San Francisco Athletics Giants New York Mets Chicago Cubs

Ramos Eyes WBC Title After Referee Ruling

WBC president Ra mon G Velazquez said he will recommend recognizing Mando Ramos of Los Angeles as WBC lightweight champion, reversing a Nigerian referee's decision. Ramos led Pedro Carrasco in Madrid on Nov. 5 when Adobote disqualified Ramos for a claimed low blow after Ramos floor twice.

Mexico City Ramon G. Velazquez World Boxing Council WBC Mando Ramos Los Angeles Ramos Spain Pedro Carrasco Samuel Adobote

Kohawk Club Meets With Gridders Tuesday

Kohawk club holds Tuesday 330 pm meeting at the Montrose hotel where Coach Phillips will introduce the entire squad and alumni will meet this year’s team. Films of the Coe Ripon game will be shown after the introduction.

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LaSalle Boosters Plan Sunday Meeting Review of 1971 Season

The Cedar Rapids LaSalle Booster club will meet at 7:30 p.m. Sunday November 14 at the school. Coach Bill Rosing will review the 1971 football season.

Cedar Rapids LaSalle Booster Club Bill Rosing

Phipps Confident He Can Lead the Browns

Cleveland Browns coach Nick Skorich says Mike Phipps will start at quarterback in Kansas City as Bill Nelson recovers. Phipps, a Purdue alumnus, has limited regular season action but shows improving reads and practice passing. The Browns are 4 4 and tied for first in the NFL Central with three straight losses, with changes looming to spark the offense.

Cleveland Ohio Mike Phipps Bill Nelson Cleveland Browns Chiefs Kansas City Browns Pittsburgh Dill Nelson Mike Phipps Skorich Purdue

Offense and Injuries Plague Cyclones Football

Iowa State coach John Majors warns that mounting injuries and a stalled offense threaten the Cyclones after a 37-0 loss to Nebraska, with Key players Matey Bassett Blair and Terris listed as questions. Majors vows to revive offensive confidence ahead of Missouri test.

Ames Iowa State Johnny Major Bob Matey Harold Bassett Matt Blair Mike Terris Majors Cyclones Nebraska Missouri

Elliott Sees Michigan as National Title Contender

CHICAGO AP Chalmers Bump Elliott Iowa athletic director says Michigan could be the best in the country after a 63 7 loss to Michigan. He notes Michigan’s strong alumni, predicts Purdue and Ohio State wins could earn national consideration, and praises Big Ten rivals like Frank Lauterbur, John Jardine, and Bob Blackman for future strength.

Chicago Chalmers Elliott Michigan Hawkeyes Chicago Today Iowa Arnold McCoy Dave Derhammer Lions Alpost Linn-Mar Oklahoma-Nebraskas Purdue Ohio State Frank Lau Terbur Town Frank Latterbur John Jardine Wisconsin Bob Blackman Illinois

Awards Dinner Set For Linn-Mat Sophomores

Linn-Mat's unbeaten sophomores football team will be honored at an awards dinner at 6:30 p.m. November 21 at Indian Creek.

Linn-Mat St Indian Creek

Girls Swim Meet Televised By State Union and KIIN

The Towa Girls High School Athletic Union teams with KIIN channel 12 to televise the girls state swimming meet finals from Des Moines North High School Saturday at 10 30 p.m. Cedar Rapids Washington and Des Moines Hoover are pre meet favorites with Dave Linder and Walt Reno providing color commentary.

Towa Girls’ High School Athletic Union Iowa Educational Broadcasting Network KIIN Channel 12 Iowa City Des Moines North High School Cedar Rapids Washington Des Moines Hoover Dave Linder Jews Girls’ High School Athletic Union Walt Reno

Indiana No Pushover Says FXL Hoosiers Meet Iowa

Iowa City report says Frank Lauterbur expects Indiana not to be easy for the Hawkeyes as 1 8 teams clash. Iowa seeks first Big Ten win while Indiana bids to avoid further losses with key players listed and injuries noted.

Iowa City UPI Iowa Indiana Hawkeye Frank Lauterbur Hoosiers Lauterbur Towa Wisconsin Lanterbur Hawks Bob Sims Michigan Steve Penney Don Osby Osby Bloomington Ind Tollinois Bill Pipp Hawkeyes John Pont

Kosick Quits KU Basketball Team

Kosick drops from the University of Kansas basketball squad. The Chicago native and G4oot lI sophomore center leaves Lawrence as the team adjusts its lineup.

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