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Cedar Rapids Gazette

Location

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Nov 27, 1968

Page

5

Fuller Stakes Second Expert Push In Derby Controversy

Peter Fuller has spent about 65000 in legal fees to challenge the Derby drug report on Dancer’s Image. Two experts, chemist Dr J Gerald Umbrell and veterinarian Dr Matthew McKay-Smith, testified for Fuller as they seek to duplicate tests for Phenylbutazone in the horse’s urine.

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 College Swim Meet Postponed to December 11

The Luther college and Stout State University meet, set for Saturday November 30, was postponed. Swim Coach David Norris announced the rescheduled meet for 4 p.m. Wednesday December 11 in the Luther pool.

Poultry Shoot Set Sunday at Solon Gun Club

A poultry shoot is slated Sunday at the Solon Gun Club one half mile east of Solon. The event starts at 10 30 a.m. Shells will be available.

Solon Solon Gun Club Here

Guild stands against women jockeys in racing

Nick Jemas of the Jockeys Guild argues racing is too dangerous for women riders. He cites high injury and fatality rates since 1940 and notes ongoing efforts to license Penny Ann Early while acknowledging individual riders may choose. Kathy Kusner is also mentioned as a comparable case.

New York Nick Jemas Jockeys’ Guild Jemas Penny Ann Early Churchill Downs Miss Early Kentucky Equestrienne Kathy Kusner

Ellis B Cagers Easy Winners In Church League Action

Ellis B team defeated St Mark's Lutheran 61 26 while Westminster Presbyterian edged Cone Christian 40 36 in Tuesday night senior high church league basketball at the Ellis YMCA. Leading Ellis B scorers included Bruce Guyer Steve Watson John Fiseher Bill Hutchings and Steve Anderson.

Ellis St. Mark’s

Marion Sophs Triumph In Overtime Over Linn-Mar

Marion sophomores rallied to a 49-43 overtime win against Linn-Mar Tuesday night. Dan Borst and Terry Meeks led Marion with 14 points each, while Linn-Mar’s Jon Otter and Steve Hubler paced their scoring. Ketelsen tied the game late with two free throws.

Marion Linn- Mar Rod Jensen Terry Meeks Ron Schultz Lynn Ketelsen Dan Borst John Haar Lions Jon Otter Steve Hubler Randy Jon Gehring Lynn Ketereen

Boxing Roundup In Detroit Upsets As Floyd Stays Unbeaten

In Detroit a series of welterweight bouts feature Vincente Rondon of Ca racas and Charlie Jor mi with Leotis Martin of Philadelphia and Alvin Lewis of Tacoma. Tony Doyle of Tacoma outpoints Andy Nacosti of Portland in a 10 round decision.

Associated Press Miami Fla Vincente Rondon Caracas Charlie Jormi T—Leotis Martin Phila Alvin “Blue” Lewis Tacoma Wash Tony Doyle Andy Nacosti Portland Ore

Monticello Matmen topple Marion in junior high wrestling

Monticello seventh and eighth graders defeated Marion 45 to 23. Warner recorded the meet’s fastest pin at 71 pounds in 1 minute 18 seconds, with multiple falls and close decisions across the weigh classes.

Monticello Marion Warner

Prairie Junior High Cagers Win a Pair

Prairie seventh graders beat Linn-Mar 38 16 led by Gary Pegump with 10 points. Linn-Mar’s Tom McKnight hit a three. Prairie eighth graders won 30 16 with Kevin Ferguson scoring 12 and Barry Holland adding five for Linn-Mar.

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

Jurgensen Doubtful for Thursday Clash at Dallas

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

Washington Sonny Jurgensen Dallas Jurgensen Redskins Jim Ninowski

Prairie 7th-8th Matmen Open Season With 32 3 Win

Prairie seventh eighth grade wrestling opened with a 32 3 victory over Anamosa. Hickey and Miller earned 44 second pins. Additional results include Shaffer Uelze Terrell Zahradnik and Nissen in various pins and decisions shaping the dual meet.

Io Sulter Ana Nissen

Kelly Tops Offense as Browns Star Races to 1000 Yard Mile

Leroy Kelly rushed 108 yards on 20 carries and scored twice, including a 36 yard run, as the Browns beat the winless Eagles 34 41. Paul Warfield caught a 34 yard touchdown pass, while the AP named Kelly Offensive Player of the Week. The AP also named the Baltimore defense as Defensive Player of the Week for limiting opponents to one touchdown in four games.

New York Leroy Kelly Kelly Paul Warfield Rae Marswalandt Cleveland Philadelphia Eagles Bill Nelson Browns Associated Press Fense Baltimore Bud Grant Minnesota Vikings

Aztecs End As Champs

San Diego State claims its unprecedented third straight national title ending the season with a victory path toward major college status next season. The Aztecs finish the year strong before facing Utah State, marking a historic end to their small college dominance.

NEW York UPI San Diego State Aztecs Utah State

Referee Hears Wolman's Woes in Bankruptcy Case

Federal bankruptcy court referee in Baltimore will hear further arguments on December 2 regarding Philadelphia Eagles owner Jerry Wolman's plan to reconstruct his financial empire. The judge wants City of Philadelphia representation and awaits Kaiser's decision due December 6 on whether Wolman's Spectrum Arena lease is forfeited.

Baltimore Philadelphia Eagles Jerry Wolman Joseph Kaiser Wolman Kaiser Philadelphia City of Phildelphia Spectrum Arena, Inc

Podolak 20th In U S Rushing

Iowa's Ed Podolak ranks 20th nationally in major college rushing with 937 yards on 154 carries at 6.1 yards per attempt. O J Simpson leads with 1654 yards in nine games, and Notre Dame awaits. Iowa totals sit 10th in offense and 12th in scoring with 32.2 points per game.

New York Iowa Ed Podolak National Collegiate Athletic Bureau Southern California O. J. Simpson Notre Dame Marcos Melendez Iowa State Jeff Allen Hawks

Stanford Grid Boss Gets New Contract

Stanford University announced a new contract for football coach John Ralston after a 6-3-1 season. Athletic Director Charles Taylor said the 20-0 upset of California did not influence the decision to retain Ralston.

Stanford Calif John Ralston Stanford University California Charles Taylor Ralston

Jets cling to division hopes on Thanksgiving day

Jets aim for a division crown while watching the Chiefs play Houston on Thanksgiving. Kansas City leads the AFL West with Houston tied atop. Oakland and Buffalo meet as other Sunday NFL and AFL games unfold.

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

Cyclones edge foes in overtime as Anderson urges focus

Iowa State coach Glen Anderson says experience alone won’t win games and that the team must fix several issues after an overtime victory over freshmen. Navy coach Bill Elias, facing Army, doubts his squad’s power to move the ball and contemplates alternatives. Kansas State coach Vince Gibson, highlighting four wins this year, says the team won’t be great next year but will compete and stay confident.

Iowa State Glen Anderson Cyclones Navy Bill Elias Army Kansas State Vince Gibson

Marion Defeats Linn-Mar In Openers 64 48

Marion used rebounding and hot shooting to beat Linn-Mar 64 48 in the Lions gym. Greg Morris scored 18, Dennis Schmuecker 13, Stu Ciha 11 for the Indians while Linn-Mar’s Paul Brainard 14 and Dick Burns 13 led the Lions. Marion leads 32 20 at halftime and reaches 2 0 in the series.

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 Linn-Mar Wee Setweler Gillet Schm’cker Bishop Gers Brainard Bixby Anarea Musselm‘n Armeris An _ Yuva Fouis Maton Walker Schmueck Patauie i Eggers Song Rea Linndaar Westcott Maaseiesén Nes Marion Seenee Linn-Mar Canoe

47 Hawks Get Grid Letters for 1968 Football

Iowa named 47 football lettermen for the 1968 season. Seniors total 13 with names including Al Bream Gerry Fr bre Bob Gibbs Duane Grant Andy Jackson Craig Miller Scott Rage Greg McManus Galen Noard Ed Podolak Swensen Steve Wileen. Junior and sophomore lists follow with numerous names and one manager John Streif.

al Bream Gerry Bob Gibbs Duane Grant Andy Jackson Craig Miller Scott Rage Greg McManus Galen Noard Ed Podolak Poser Swensen Steve Wileen Allison Barnhart Bill Bevill Ike Cilek Petnenigan Mike Equerds Larry el Paul Laavey Jon Meskimen el Orris Mike Phillips Rich Stepanek Tim Sullivan Louis Age Roy Bush Charles Poor Alan Cassady Racior Dave Dennis Shane Hayes Cleman Lane Larry Laueeeenrick Legier Ray Manning Marcos Melendez Jim Miller Dan McDonald Layne McDowell Bill Powell Ken Price Kerry Reardon Tom Wallace John Streif

Flu Strikes Vikings as 15 players Ill Ahead of Rams Game

Minnesota Vikings face disruption as at least 15 players reported ill with a flu outbreak. Eleven missed practice while Bill Brown Grady Alderman and other starters including Gene Washington Clint Jones King Hill Wally Hilgenberg Bob Bryant Joe Kapp were affected. Coach Bud Grant warned two days are needed before Brown and Alderman can practice again.

Minneapolis Minnesota Vikings Bud Grant Twin Cities Los Angeles Rams Bill Brown Grady Alderman Grant Brown Alderman Gene Washington Clint Jones King Hill Wally Hilgenberg Bob Bryant Joe Kapp

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