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Newspaper

Columbus Telegram

Location

Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Dec 19, 1970

Page

3

Five NFL playoff berths in question

Jets face a final regular season with a chance to influence the NFL playoff picture as only three spots are set. Baltimore has clinched the division and chases a repeat victory over the Jets, while the Giants, Cowboys, and Lions loom in key matchups that could trigger a coin toss for a conference spot.

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Hawks Rally Past Bullets In Narrow Win

Atlanta rebounds from early slump to beat the Baltimore Bullets 64 12 as Walt Hazzard and Pete Maravich lead with 22 and 20 points respectively. The Hawks hold third place chase in the Central Division behind the Cincinnati Royals. In other NBA action, Milwaukee beats Boston, Buffalo trounces Cleveland, and Portland falls to San Francisco.

United Press International Atlanta Hawks Pawl Atlanta Walt Hazzard Hawks Baltimore Bullets Bellets National Basketball Association Pete Maravich Joe Caldwell American Wasketball Association Vazzard Minbody Loud Hudson Allasla Maravich Hazzard Walt Bellamy Earl Milwaukee Bucks Boston Celtics Buffalo Braves Cleveland Cavaliers San Diego San Francisco Warriors Tortland Trail Detroit Pistons San Diego Rockets Terry Sloan Sincinnati van Laer Chicago Chet Walker Bulls Jim Fox Bob Weils Lew Algindor Milwaukee Mth Viclory Ian Havlivek Nan Nelson Boston Bucks

Shelby edge Rising City 62 58 in conference tilt

Shelby improved to 30 in the Crossroads Conference with a 62 58 win over Rising City. Coach Terry Fasco’s squad led 22 20 after one quarter and 29 30 at halftime, pulling away to an 82 47 third quarter lead before settling the final margin.

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Nebraska Basketball Scores Across State Meet Results

A dense list of high school and college basketball scores from Nebraska and nearby states shows multiple teams such as Kearney State, Chadron, Lincoln, Omaha area schools, and others posting wins and losses. Notable scores include Neb. Wes. 5 Morningside 73 and Chadron 70, with many small-town squads totaling a busy round of Friday and Saturday results.

College Nebraska Mail Iowa Western Kearney State Southern Lincoln Pershing Morningside Chadron Minot

Lutheran League leads as Cattan posts high 695 series

Cattan tallies 244 and 635 while Marlin Cattan fires a 24 high game and totals 695 for a Lutheran League mark at Columbus Baw. Goedeken 240, Dadje 221, Muth 203, Bekenhus 200 pace other scorers. Gillette Products posts a 22,549 series as Viergulz Vumber tops team play. In Progressive League, Moore 223, Badje 589 and 213, Peteson 265. Dee and Gary's Badgers share top team honors at 74 with 2.184 season pace. Li'l Joes win game honors at $4. Grosch Irrigation leads in series at 2,569. Shelby Mill & Elevator named first half team winner.

Marlin Cattan Lutheran League Columbis Darrel Goedeken Bino Johnson Cury Dadje Howard Muth Art Bekenhus Marlin Wennekamp Viergulz Vumber Gillette Products Clair Moore Gary Badje

Howells Dominates Lakeview In A League Showdown

Howells remains undefeated as they overpower Lakeview 85 to 52 led by Joe Lindelay with 21 points and Steve Houmert adding 20. Lakeview’s Darwin Sich led Viking scoring with 12 as Hank Baumert and Sindelar paced Howell’s win with strong bench contributions. Lakeview drops to 4 6 and eyes next contest against Leigh.

Jim Havelka Howells Lakeview High School Maples Joe Vikings Ike Cats Joe Lindelay Steve Houmert Lakeview Furnblles

Ninowski says 200000 paid to drop antitrust suit against NFL

Cleveland report says quarterback Ninowski claimed he received 200000 to discontinue an antitrust action against the NFL. He testified before a federal grand jury probing league practices, detailing prior pay and a team history with Browns Redskins and Raiders.

Cleveland EPL Farmer Dlm Ninowski Ninowski National Football League Loveland Detroit Washington New Orleans Saints Velday NFL Jerry Dempsey Fed Dempsey Browns Ninowskii Washington Redskins Jim Nishy Redskins Nisby Oakland Raiders

Dodgers Hurlers to Undergo Hand Surgery

Los Angeles reports Dodger right-hander Bill Singer, who last pitched a no hitter against the Phillies after hepatitis, will undergo surgery Saturday to correct a fractured index finger. Dr. Frank Jobe, team orthopedic specialist, says recovery will allow throwing within six weeks and full readiness for spring training. Singer was 35 last season before a line drive injury on Aug. 12.

Los Angeles UPI Dodger Bill Singer Los Phillies Frank Jobe Singer

Scotus Falls to Paul VI at Schuyler in High School Clash

Scotus Central Catholic lost to Paul VI in Schuyler as Paul VI built a 37 22 halftime lead and stretched to 64 37 after three quarters. Scoring contributors included Meyer and Tilesehlasey for Paul VI while Scotus' Briggs and Miclak paced the locals. The junior varsity followed with a Paul VI win 51 05.

Mark Riescil Omaha Paul MI Scotus Central Catholic Frank Spencers Shamrocks Schuyler Warriors Rgy Heatus Shannocks Hawks van Briggs Terry Mattsbach Frank Miehlak Riescht Biga Scotts Paul VI Olmahans Scotus Columbus Meyer Tom Jicha Bob Lnekedal Sih Rich Ling Tilesehlasey Briggs Miclak Spiece Scotus Jagvers

Holy Family tops Genoa for fifth win in conference clash

Holy Family defeated Genoa 64 46 to stay unbeaten in the conference. Lary Bender led with 16 points and Ferry Preister added 11 as Jim Fenninger’s team stretched its record to five wins. Genoa’s Clay Wisher scored 16 as Genoa drops to 2 0 in standings and prepares for the Wumphrey Holiday Tournament beginning December 4 with Humphrey St Francis.

Lindsay Landsay Stoly Genoa Jim Fenninger Lary Bender Ferry Preister Clay Wisher Leigh Vic Bulldogs Humphrey St. Francis

Rocket swimmers win with strong relays and sprints

The Rocket swim team defeated Columbus 64 to 31 at home, matching earlier form. Sophomore Eddie Johansen led in the butterfly, Mark Wolfe and Tom Folsom posted top times, and Rick Greer, Brooke, and Brad showed strong finishes in multiple events as coach Dave McNair eyes Kearney Ulph Relays and the Columbus Relays at the Y Pool.

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Rondon to Battle Dupree for Venezuelan Title

In Caracas Venezuelan heavyweight title bout between Vicente Rondon and Jimmy Dupree was cancelled while a rescheduled match with Hupres for the vacant Light Heavyweight Championship was discussed. the Feb 1 date was not kept and the fight did not occur.

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Maroon matmen edge Fremont in tight victory

Columbus wrestling, led by coach Lanny Nevse, defeated Fremont 29-21 on a recent night before sweeping Lincoln High 36-0 in a standout performance. Key bouts featured Bill Spelcher, Wayne Schaffer, Jack Speicher, and Wes Iphingen securing pivotal wins as Columbus aims for a Norfolk Invitational ahead.

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Chadron Eagles Triumph 76 69 Over Minot

Chadron College defeated Minot College 76 to 69 at North Pekitund Friday night. Seal posted 27 points to lead Chadron while Minot’s top scorer had 24 as the teams traded leads in a hard fought contest.

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