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Newspaper
Cedar Rapids Gazette
Location
Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America
Date
Nov 17, 1970
Page
3
State Senator Tom Riley publicly attacked the University of Iowa for not honoring a 1977-82 football schedule with Iowa State. He cited interviews with Big Ten figures and cited legislative resolutions while stressing the issue reflects broader state concerns and upholding legal and moral obligations.
Iowa coach Ray Nagel said offensive tackle John Muller is questionable for the season finale against Illinois due to a knee injury suffered in the 55 0 loss to Michigan. He is backed by sophomore Rich Lutz and John Farrell with senior defensive end Layne McDowell also possibly able to play after an injury.
Coe college Clan of C names five officers for the 1970 71 year led by president Charles Evers son of Robert H. Evers and Mrs. Evers of Clinton Iowa vice president Lon Cakerice secretary treasurer John McCaffrey program director Stephen Cone and sergeant at arms Michael Wargin all listed with parental names and addresses
DETROIT AP Bob Foster will weigh the highest of his career for the heavyweight title bout with Joe Frazier at Cobo Arena. Foster’s added weight and new training, including calisthenics and proper eating, boost his confidence as he prepares for the 15 round fight.
Michigan coach Bo Schembechler notes the Wolverines rose to fourth as Ohio State dropped to fifth in the AP poll. With 9-0 Michigan and 8-0 Ohio State meeting in Columbus for the Big Ten title, he cites incentives and psychological factors while downplaying polls and bumper stickers ahead of the traditional showdown.
Cleveland Browns General Manager Harold Sauerbrei was expected as the first witness before a newly impaneled federal grand jury probing antitrust issues. Browns coach Blanton Collier and former Saints coach Tom Fears testified as the panel opened Monday. Cardinals representatives were subpoenaed and other clubs may appear later.
Air Force Falcons rose to No. 10 after a 31-14 win over Stanford to reach 9-1 and earn solid bowl consideration for New Orleans Sugar Bowl. Notre Dame weighs Cotton Bowl rematch with Texas while Orange Bowl seeks Notre Dame, Tennessee LSU or Mississippi. Boston College and Penn State discussed for Peach or Liberty bowls amid undecided Notre Dame opt.
A federal court orders Spencer Haywood to honor his contract with the Denver Rockets of the ABA and blocks negotiations with other teams. The restraining order, linked to a $1.9 million deal, bars his lawyers from inducing or negotiating with other pro teams, though they may discuss the matter with the ABA commissioner.
Iowa State quarterback George Amundson powered the Cyclones to a 31-19 victory over Missouri, rushing for 135 yards on 14 carries with a 77 yard touchdown and adding 47 passing yards. He started at tailback, moved to QB in the third quarter, and earned Big Eight Back of the Week honors. Coach Johnny Majors praised the performance as a career highlight for him and for the school.
Four teams were selected for the NAIA Division II football semifinals. Westminster Pennsylvania eight no, Edinboro State Pennsylvania nine zero, Minot State North Dakota seven zero, and Anderson Indiana eight one were picked by NAIA executive secretary Al Duer. Semifinals will be played the weekend of November 27 28 with dates and sites announced this week. Winners advance to the Division II national championship on December 5.
Jefferson high named seniors Brad Trickey and Emmitt Doolin co best players at a Monday banquet in the school cafeteria. Coach Jack Fisk handed numerals to 38 players and announced seven other awards including Tackler Mark Beltz and most improved Jack Harville. The J Hawks finished 6 2 1, beat conference champ Iowa City High, and Trickey threw for 1 195 yards with 14 TDs while Doolin had 13 TDs.
Certificates were awarded to Doolin as well as Matt Peterson and tackle Terry Smittkamp. About 300 people attended the fete.
Mississippi quarterback Archie Manning was back on campus in Oxford awaiting doctors clearance to resume light practice. He was released from Baptist Hospital in Memphis eight days after entering for treatment of a broken left arm suffered in the Houston Mississippi game on November 7.
Cedar Rapids School of Karate instructor George Tsui placed second in the Midwest Karate championship held in Chicago last weekend. A first degree black belt, Tsui delivered solid technique throughout the event.
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