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Newspaper

Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 27, 1968

Page

15

Fuller Fights Derby Blot With Two Expert Allies

Peter Fuller has spent about 65 000 dollars in legal fees seeking to clear his Derby winner Dancers Image of an illegal drug report. He hired two experts, chemist J Gerald Umbrell and veterinarian Dr. Matthew McKay Smith, to review Phenylbutazone tests and attempt to duplicate Smiths urine analysis at Churchill Downs.

Louisville Peter Fuller Fuller Boston Dancer J. Gerald Umbrell Kentucky State Racing Commission Kenneth W. Smith Churchill Downs Matthew McKay-Smith Newark Del Umbrell Smith

Luther Swim Date Changed to Dec 11

DECORAH The Luther college swimming meet against Stout State university was postponed from Nov 30 and rescheduled for 4 p.m. on Wednesday Dec 11 in the Luther pool, according to Swim Coach David Norris.

Decorah Luther College Stout State University of

Poultry Shoot Planned Sunday at Solon Gun Club

Solon Gun club, located half a mile east of town, will host a poultry shoot Sunday starting at 10 30 am. Shells will be available.

Solon Solon Gun Club Here

Guild Stand Says Racing Is Too Rugged for Women

New York AP report quotes Nick Jemas of the Jockeys Guild arguing horse racing is too dangerous for women jockeys despite rising female licenses. He notes 82 jockey deaths since 1940 and 100 serious injuries last year, while Penny Anne Early battles for a first ride amid Churchill Downs refusals.

New York Nick Jemas Jockeys’ Guild Jemas Penny Anne Early Churchill Downs

Ellis B Cagers Easy Winners In Senior League Action

Ellis YMCA senior league boys' games saw Ellis B defeat St. Mark's Lutheran 61 to 26 while Westminster Presbyterian edged Cone Christian 40 to 36. Scorers included Bruce Vere, Steve Watt, John Flieher, Bill Hutchings, Bill Keatina, Steve Anderson for Ellis B and John Young, John Sedenka, Mike Evans, Bob Henderson for Westminster.

Ellis Y St. Mark’s Lutheran Westminster Presbyterian Cone Christian Ellis Ymca Eilis Bruce Vere Steve Watt John Flieher Bill Hutchings Bill Keatina Steve Anderson Phe Mark’s Cath Joe Mursees Rink Biella Doug Neve Gary Raintow Anthony Westminster Presley John Young John Sedenka Mike Evans Bob Henderson Larry Engels Conor Christian Steve Fikkert Jele Alanton Tom Malone Andy Arge

Marion Sophs Edge Linn-Mar In Overtime

The Marion sophomores pulled out a 49-43 OT win over Linn-Mar Tuesday night. Rod Jensen, Terry Meeks and Ron Schultz scored key baskets, with Lynn Ketelsen's late free throws tying the game. Dan Borst and Jon Haar led scorers with 14 points each.

Marion Linn- Mar Rod Jensen Terry Meeks Ron Schultz Lynn Ketelsen Dan Borst John Haar Lions Pic Tion Mark Witte Paul Martin Rod Fengen Kevin Collins Verne Attwate Cee Pe Jon Haar Steve Hubbi Randy Northway Jon Gehring

Fight Results From The Associated Press

Vincenta Rondon outpointed Charlie Jordan in Miami. Leotis Martin stopped Alvin Lewis in Detroit. Tony Doyle outpointed Andy Nacosti in Tacoma.

Associated Press Miami Fla Vincenta Rondon Caracas Venezuela Charlie Jordan Detroit Leotis Martin Philadelphia Alvin “Blue” Lewis Tacoma Wash Tony Doyle Andy Nacosti Portland Ore

Monticello 7th-8th Matmen Top Marion in Dual Meet

Monticello seventh and eighth graders defeated Marion 45 to 23, handing Marion its first loss. Warner of Monticello earned the fastest fall at 71 pounds in 1 minute 18 seconds. Other match results and pins are listed for multiple weight classes.

Monticello Marion Warner

Prairie Junior High Cagers Win a Pair

Prairie seventh graders defeated Linn-Mar 38 16 led by Gary Pegump with 10 points. The eighth graders won 30 16 as Kevin Ferguson tallied 12 for Prairie with Barry Holland scoring five for Linn-Mar.

Prairie Linn- Mar Hawk Lions Gary Pegump Tom McKnight Linn-Mar Kevin Ferguson Barry Holland

Jurgensen Doubtful For Thursday Game At Dallas

Washington quarterback Sonny Jurgensen missed practice with a 103 degree fever and is listed doubtful for the NFL game at Dallas. If he cannot play, veteran Jim Ninowski would start for the Redskins.

Washington Sonny Jurgensen Dallas Jurgensen Redskins Jim Ninowski

Prairie seventh eighth wrestlers roll past Anamosa

Prairie seventh eighth grade wrestling opened with a 32 to 3 win over Anamosa. Hickey and Miller scored two pin wins in 44 seconds. Other matches included pins and decisions for Prairie with several falls and near pins reflected in the meet summary.

Prairie Anamosa Hickey Miller McGrath

Kelly Tops Offense in NFL Week Honors

Cleveland running back Leroy Kelly rushed 108 yards on 20 carries and scored on two runs including a 36 yard TD as he surpassed 1000 rushing yards for the third straight season. The AP named Kelly offensive player of the week after a 34 yard pass to Paul Warfield capped a Browns win over the winless Eagles. The AP also saluted Baltimore’s defense as the defensive player of the week.

New York Leroy Kelly Kelly Paul Warfield Cleveland Philadelphia Eagles Bill Nelson Browns Associated Press

Aztecs Repeat as Champions in Third Straight Title

New York UPI reports San Diego State secured a historic third consecutive national championship. The Aztecs end their small college era with a victory over Utah State pending their move to major college ranks next season.

NEW York UPI San Diego State Aztecs Utah State

Referee Hears Wolmans Woes in Bankruptcy Case

In Baltimore AP report, federal bankruptcy court referee Joseph Kaiser will hear more on December 2 about Jerry Wolman’s plan to rebuild his financial empire. The two‑pronged proposal has support from Wolman’s lawyers and creditors, but Philadelphia’s nonrepresentation leaves a gap. Kaiser noted the city claims the Spectrum lease could be forfeited and awaits his decision due December 6.

Baltimore Philadelphia Eagles Jerry Wolman Joseph Kaiser Wolman Kaiser Philadelphia City of Phildelphia Spectrum Arena, Inc U.S. Post Office West Branch Iowa General Services Administration Public Buildings Service Federal Building East Bannister Road Kansas City Missouri

Jets Cheer Chiefs to Clinch Division Split on Thanksgiving

Jets at Shea celebrate a holiday meal with family as they root for the Chiefs to beat the Oilers for the AFL Eastern title. A Jets win over Miami or Chiefs loss could clinch the Jets’ division crown while Houston and Kansas City battle in a key late game.

New York Jets Jet Shea Stadium Houston Oilers Kansas City Chiefs Kansas City Kansas City Victory Jets San Diego Miami Houston Chiefs Buffalo Oakland Philadelphia Detroit Washington Pete Beathard

Cyclones edge freshmen in overtime coach says experience not enough

Glen Anderson notes players must fix many aspects after an overtime win. Vince Gibson says Kansas State will not be a great team next year but will compete and be confident. Bill Elias predicts Navy will struggle to move the ball against Army and will need a new plan.

Glen Anderson Cyclones Navy Bill Elias Army Kansas Vince Gibson

Marion Indians topple Linn-Mar Lions 64 48 in opener

Marion used rebounding and sharp shooting to defeat Linn-Mar 64 48 in the season opener. Greg Morris led Marion with 18 points followed by Dennis Schmuecker 13 and Stu Ciha 11. Linn-Mar’s Paul Brainard 14 and Dick Burns 13 paced the Lions. Marion pulled away in the second half and finished 48 percent from the field to Linn-Mar 36 percent. The Indians improve to 2-0 in cross town rivalry with another game set for February.

Marion Linn-Mar Lions Indians Greg Morris Dennis Schmuecker Stu Ciha Paul Brainard Dick Burns Morris Schmuecker Ciha Mike Walker Jim Meggers Burns Bill Jones Stu Nets T Schueler Blishop Burns Nw Cosby Messers Brainard Pneres Bat Bixby Musselm N Armstin Apeereee Marion Peek Ase Ntsc Ree Eeaene Marion EU Schmueckecker Gi Schueler Rx Eggers Walk

Flu hits Vikings as 15 players sidelined before Rams game

Minnesota Vikings face an unsettled week as a flu outbreak sickens at least 15 players, with 11 missing Tuesday practice. Coach Bud Grant said Brown and Alderman have high fever and may miss more time ahead of Sunday's NFL matchup with the Los Angeles Rams in Minneapolis.

Minneapolis Minnesota Vikings Bud Grant Twin Cities Los Angeles Rams Bill Brown Grady Alderman Grant Karl Kassulke Paul Krause Roy Winston Mike McGill Baltimore

Podolak 20th In U S Rushing

Iowa's Ed Podolak ranks 20th in the nation among major college rushers with 937 yards on 154 carries for a 6.1 yard average. O J Simpson leads with 1654 yards in nine games. The piece notes Fryers, Melendez, Allen, and team scoring and offense standings.

New York Iowa Ed Podolak National Collegiate Athletic Bureau Southern California O. J. Simpson Notre Dame Towa Marcos Melendez

Stanford Grid Boss Gets New Contract

Stanford University extended football coach John Ralston in a contract of unannounced duration after a 6-3-1 season. Stanford defeated California 20 0 in the annual big game, but Athletic Director Charles Taylor said the upset did not affect the decision to retain Ralston.

Stanford Calif John Ralston Stanford University California Charles Taylor Ralston

Iowa Names 47 Football Lettermen for 1968 Season

Iowa City. The Gazette lists 47 football lettermen for the 1968 season, including 13 seniors. Seniors are Al Bream Barry Crees Bob Gibbs Duane Grant Tom Hauge Andy Jackson Craig Miller Scott Miller Greg McManus Galen Noard Ed Podolak Roger Swensen Steve Wilson. Juniors and sophomores follow with names and ties to the team. Manager John Streif named.

Iowa City Iowa al Bream Barry Crees Bob Gibbs Duane Grant Tom Hauge Andy Jackson Craig Miller Scott Miller Greg McManus Galen Noard Ed Podolak Roger Swensen Steve Wilson Greg Allison Rod Barnatt Bill, Bevill Mike Cilek Pat Dunnigan Mike Edwards Kerry Reardon Tom Wallace John Streif

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