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Newspaper

Columbus Telegram

Location

Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Apr 20, 1973

Page

5

Scotus tops Randolph Invitational in thrilling relay finish

Joe McMeekin led Scotus with a lone first in the meet while Shamrock's depth powered a pivotal final stretch. Creighton, Randolph, and Scotus traded leads as McMeekin, Rossback, and late relay legs shaped a 43 34 Scotus margin before Rossback edged Scotus for a photo finish.

Joe McMeekin Scotus Shamrock Randolph Heal Randolph Creighton Red Batilor High Creighton Nandolphy Rossback Uiuxlolph McMackin Fritz Selwwink

Black Hawks Need One More Victory to Reach Finals

The Chicago Black Hawks beat the New York Rangers 3-1, taking a $1 lead in their best of three semifinal series. Tony Esposito stopped 38 shots and hopes for a quick clinch while Rangers coach Glen Sather pledges adjustments. Vic Hadfield scored the visitors lone goal as New York tries to rebound. Meanwhile the Canadiens edged the Flyers 3-1 in Montreal as the playoff race tightens.

Associated Press Chicago Black Hawks New York Rangers Tony Esposito Mawks Rangers Rngers New York Nile Francis Afteur Hawks Canadiens Philadelphia Flyers Montreal Flyers Philadelphia

Best fishing in western Nebraska amid bad weather

In Jancoln Nebraska AP reports harsh weather kept most anglers off the water though those who fished found success. Valentine National Wildlife Refuge pike fishing has been delayed while southwest Nebraska reports active bite on walleye and bass. southeast sees carp and walleye taking bait.

Jancoln Neb Game and Parks Commission Valentine National Nebraska Rammlasion

Colbert Leads Tourney After First Round At La Costa

Jim Colbert shot six under par to grab a one stroke lead in the Tournament of Champions at La Costa. Homero Blancas sits second with 67, while Terrell Trevino Jamie Jamieson and Grier Jones are among top scorers. Arnold Palmer and Jack Nicklaus carded 70s in the elite field.

Wancho LA Costa Calif Jim Colbert Little Pion Homiere Blancas Colbert Blancas Ter Trevino

Oklahoma cage staff filled with New Mexico coach

Oklahoma University announces changes to its basketball staff. Les Lane reveals Dennis Price remains an aide and Larry Dunaway, last season’s New Mexico coach of the year, will join from Gallup. Dunaway, a West Texas State graduate from Hobbs, N.M., is a three year coach with a 46 11 record.

Oklahoma Gallon West Texas State Dunaway Hobbs N.M Linda

Knicks Celtics Playoff Game Highlight On TV Tonight

Sport Shorts notes the Knicks and Celtics square off in Boston for the third game of their playoff series televised tonight. The series has seen both teams win on their home floors as tension builds toward the decisive clash. Weekend weather forecasts predict showers but the Weatherman may be wrong. Ak-Sar-B Bett reports trainer Jack Van Berg aims for a 15th straight title with two horses owned by Nelson Hunt. Bob Marti of David City High shifts to defensive end with strong spring drills, while Terry Rogers leads Columbus at defense and competition for the monster position.

Paul Ernst Knicks Celtics Boston Ak Races Ak-Sar- Bett Jack van Berg Texas Nelson B. Hunt Bob Marti David City High Star Terry Rogers Columbus Steve Wieser Dan Brock Tom Jleiser

ENMU Freshman Wins Six Mile At Kansas Relays

Lawrence Kansas AP Eastern New Mexico freshman Phillip Ndoo won the Julius Marks six mile run at the 48th Kansas Relays with a time of 29 03 8. Bill Hancock captured the decathlon title and set a world high jump mark of 7 feet 1 inch while finishing with 7223 points, 432 ahead of second place Dave Bahr of Graceland College.

Lawrence Kan Bill Hancock Julius Marks Nairobi Kenya Phillip Ndoo Ndoo Fasten New Mexico Julius Marks Hancock Dave Bahr Graceland College Lameni Nwa

Mets Rookie Yommy Moore Starred For Visalia In 209

Visalia Calif presented rookie Yommy Moore who played outfield and pitched in 209. He hit .285 with 26 home runs as the Mets prospect showcased power and versatility during the season.

New York Mets

Columbus Juniors Lead In Norfolk Dual Track Meet

Columbus Junior High eighth graders beat Norfolk 102 to 87 while seventh graders lost 112 to 69 at Parner Pars cinders. Top sprinters included Rick Sfaney Leon Clausen and Bob Goos. Nave Porter won shot put and discus events. Tremain and Kenny were double winners for Norfolk.

Columbus Norfolk Parner Scott Wagner Glen Vowell Tremain Watson Doug Sutor Kevin Kenny York Stott Lovahe Mme Ae Marfatk Clarence Ruth Song Learlolh Hiss Sullabies Paul Bighd Dave Star Ng Dim Batey SH Dan IG Omy Estates TANG Rlipson Heed Merrye

Whiting resigns as Lakeview cage coach

Lary Whiting longtime basketball coach at Lakeview High School resigns effective with the 1973 school year after 12 years as head coach at Chadron Assumption Ainsworth and Lakeview. His 14-95 career record includes a 34-28 mark at Lakeview and a 1972 district title before the 190s West Husker Basketball Championship era. Officials say Whiting will return next year to teaching and physical education, with no successor named.

Lary Whiting Heat Lakeview High School Hee Vers Whiting Chadron Assumption Hligh Ainsworth High School Lakeview

CHS linksmen sixth in rain at Kearney

Kearney Tri City Golf Invitational was halted by rain with Lincoln High winning at 160 after nine holes. Fremont close second at 161, Columbus 167. Jan Weinberg of Fremont earned medalist honors after a playoff over Hastings and North Platte rivals.

Kearney Tri-City Lincoln High Fremont Columbus Jan Weinberg Don Duncan Hastings Don Faimon North Platte Steve Harris Tom O'Donnell Tug Smith Mike Krumland Ron Stricklerdl Stan Emerson Bart Bartholomew Apollo Beatrice

Denver Snow Shifts Association Race In Baseball

A Denver snow Thursday postponed Omaha’s game in Denver allowing the Indianapolis Indians to close within half a game of Omaha in the East standings and letting the Denver Bears seize sole West lead by a half game.

Associated Press Denver Omaha Indianapolis Indans Denver Bears Onchalf Kame

Columbus 7th in fresh meet at Fremont

Fremont fresh meet yields Columbus seventh with 19 points in field events. Omatia Logan second with 37.43 seconds in the 3743 noting error. multiple named Fremont and Logan athletes lead event wins. Individual scorers Rich Sliva and Doug Behle place top five in sprints and distance events.

Columbus Fremont Vremont Omatia Logan Allen Karte Loren Winkler Logan Korte Rich Sliva Doug Behle Tin'she Arth Mike Nonhoyde Freemont Phil Redwing Toe Adams Mission Mike Troshoyde Ly Shale Ee Long Reimoal Bob Schraicher Taren Winkler Tagan Iae Sarris Mike Pyte Beater Eagles Brisea Raile Brad Humphrey Dan Carpenter Heathen Mark Wilkinson Doret Fontenelle Logan Fontenelle HSL Ralay

Lakers Rally Behind West and Chamberlain to Victory

West poured in 36 points and Chamberlain grabbed 12 rebounds as the Lakers defeated the Warriors 102-90 to take a 2-0 lead in the NBA Western Division finals. Abdul-Trauman praised Chamberlain while teammates praised the duo’s impact on offense and defense. Indiana’s Pacers beat the Utah Stars 101-82 in the ABA West Division finals as Mel Daniels led with 24 points and Wille Wise fueled the comeback with 34 points.

Fredd Rothenberg Associated Press Los Angeles Lakers Derry West Will Chamberlain West Chamberlain Lakers Golden State Warriors Indiaacers Utah Stars Kentucky Greensboro N.C Cougars Boston Bulls AM. Tudlinpols Mel Daniels Don Preemm Indiana Wille Wise Alan

Vern Osten Fires 267 At Columbus Bowl

Vern Osten rolled a 267 in Lutheran League at Columbus Bowl as Marti Calla posted a 383 series and Viergutz Lumber showed a 910 genre with 2 698 series. Other scores were posted by Wardeman 246 Cattan 209 Henke 206 Blessety 210 Moliiman 201 Ozten 224. Yori Exars squad won Metro League with 892 high game and 2 561 series.

Vern Osten Columbus Bowl Marti Calla Viergutz Lumber Roger Wardeman Cattan Walt Henke Gary Blessety Carrol Moliiman Tiger Ozten Charlotte Weisser Hoxors Yori Exars Bill Anson Dave Nenke Jerry Wunderlich Dave Andersen Kim Irvin Gary Soulliere Jack Eberhart Demper Anson

Tigers Thrive At Fenway In Wild Tigers Rally

Netrolt Tigers rally at Fenway Park to sweep the Red Sox in a five to two victory. Detroit catcher Dot Freehan adds four hits in the win as Aurelio Rodriguez and Mickey Stanley homer. Brewers, Yankees, Mets, Expos win. Cubs, Pirates postponed by rain.

Ken Rappoport Associated Press Fenway Park Boston Red Sox Netrolt Tigers Tigers Bit Mrechan Tiger Catcher Red Fenway Red Sox Freehan Baltimore Orioles Milwaukee Brewers Cleveland Indians New York Yankees Baltimore Orioles Kansas City Royals Oakland A’s New York Mets Chicvapo Cubs Montreal Expos Philadelphia Phillies Aurelio Rodriguez Mickey Stanley Detroit Aras Reel Sox

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