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Newspaper

Columbus Telegram

Location

Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Dec 23, 1970

Page

5

Hazzard's late basket lifts Hawks past ex-teammates

Walt Hazzard, traded from Los Angeles, scored the winning bucket with 38 seconds left to guide the Hawks to a 105-99 victory over their former teammates. He poured in 32 points, including 19 in the third period, as Los Angeles faded.

United Press International Walt Haze Los Angeles Hawks Hazzard Haazard Seattle New Ys Chicago Cleveland Loston San Francisco

UCLA Dominates Missouri in Key Nonleague Victory

No. 1 UCLA rolled past Missouri 73 to 4 3 as Starters Wicks and Rowe led with strong scoring and rebounding. Rowe totaled 26 points and 15 rebounds while Wicks contributed 22 points and 18 free throws. The win marked UCLA s ninth victory of the season and extended their perfect start.

United Press International Sidey Wicks Gutis Rowe UCLA Rowe Missouri Wicks Wilf Bruins St. John's Boston College Mike Newlin Jed Utahlo North Carolina Jin Andrews Kentucky Qregon State Bobby Jones Drake Michigan Wyoming California Harvard

Giants keep Alex Webster for another year

New York Giants coach Alex Webster signed a one year contract for about 4,040 dollars, a raise from his current pay after guiding the team to a 9-5 record. Owner Wellington Mara noted Webster would play year to year, and the talks included a lengthy discussion on next season and the college draft.

New York Alex Webster New York Giants Giants Webster Allie Sherman Wellington Mara Mara

Services Scheduled for Fisher in Minnesota Twins Scout

Services will be held Thursday for former Minnesota Twins scout Fisher, a 70-year-old Wisconsin figure. He will be buried at Vinelawn Cemetery after the Schafft Funeral Wratages services.

Vom Fisher Wisconsin Minnesota Twins Mister Vinelawn Schafft

Riley’s 602 Series Leads Boulevard Lanes Bowling Night

Riley rolled a 602 series and Washburn a 222 game to pace the Men's Dale Electronics League at Boulevard Lanes. Other notable scores include Becher 220, Jarecki 221, and Lutjens 204 to highlight a crowded set of high games and series across multiple leagues with Tarney Feed and Deano’s Diner posting team totals.

Tom Riley Washburn Dale Electronics Keglers Boulevard Lanes Riley Dave Wiebold Don Sullivan Jim Becher Vernon Haiarau Leonard Becher Laddie Kmoch Stan Gotlsehall Rich Shenwek Duane Lutjens Emil Mueller al Jarecki Dale Lutjens Spike Wallick Ron Braup Duaye Schaer Tarney Deano’s Alice Welten Dizzy Dames Jed Mary Ann Lehr Louie Ken Maurer Martin Kresha Ped Pocchers Johnnie's Steak House

Leigh tops Howells in overtime 60 59

Leigh defeats Howells 60 to 59 in overtime as Dave Larson scores a late long shot with six seconds left. Gary Baumert tied the game for Howells at the buzzer. Joz Sindelar led Howells with 22 while Glen Wiemer Bob Urban each had four for Leigh. Coach Hoppes returns to the round on Jan 4. Scoring by quarter shows Leigh 9 17 13 16 5 60 Howells 10 15 22 4 80

Leigh Dave — Larson Howell Gary Baumert Howells Lursuen Leigh Scorinanors Glen Wiemer Art Bob Urban Joz Sindelar

Huskers Meet Wichita State in Big Eight Showdown

Wichita State seeks a third Big Eight win as it hosts Nebraska at 8 p.m. The Shockers hold a 3-2 record against Kansas State and Colorado, led by junior forward Harris who averages 17.2 points. Nebraska comes in at 7-1 with Marvin Stewart leading the Huskers.

Wickuth, Kay UPI Wichita State University of Nebraska Wichita Kansas State Colorado Huskers Marvin Stewart Hon. Harris Wichita Clan

Record of weightlifting mark by Russian lifter

A Russian weightlifter set a new work weight record during a press event, surpassing the prior 23 pound mark held since last year by the Russian lifter Vlatlislay Krishishin.

Adan Oantev Russia Pressin Wislif ‘Suapar Aio Oly Thussian Vlatlislay Krishishin

Browns stay uncertain in NFL buzz and rumors

The report outlines ongoing talk about Paul Brown, the Bengals, and several players with speculation that Brown will stay while possible departures loom. It notes reflections from players like Perreault and Michaels, praising Brown’s leadership, honesty, and fitness routines amid team uncertainty.

CJHS Wrestlers Edge Barr 36 16 In Dual Meet

Columbus Junior High wrestlers defeated Grand Island Barr 36 to 16 as the hosts win seven bouts by pins and decisions. Rick Godel opened with the first fall, Randy Nadrachil stopped Ted Stinson in the 87 weight, and Doug Wardinger scored 15 points in a six minute shutout. Other notable results include Mike Glur’s 10-0 exhibition win and multiple decisions by Batt, Nrazier, Schaffer, McNaby, and Auta as Columbus High prepares for rescheduled action in January.

Columbus Grand Island Barr Inals Frestl Coveh Cohia Weber Rick Godel Doug Mercer Omatch Randy Nadrachil Estriders Ted Stinson Securits Doug Wardinger Doug Barber Doug Behrens Young Maroons Lindsay Batt Jeff Nrazier Randy Schaffer Dave McNahy Dave Auta Grand Midis Myth Gt AU Toreers St—Jel Peasier Aeelalyned Dets Bonen Leto McDermatt Yinivd Ging Sudeherter W—tandy Schatter Mark Vasey Abe Tage Esi Dave McNabe Doug Schnebarete Mod Gattans Wy Tate Daveerhale Tay George Tom Mernt Don Koreek Mansen Corey Sell Kovar Imoitneer Iin Tee Belt Hmaairez Deeislened Kirkpair Philoinek Fadail IU Ont Silke Mur Tob Mage Diane Us Doug Wat Tol Seni Kev Veratn

Vikings crush Scotus ninth graders in freshman hoops win

Lakeview freshman basketball defeated Scotus 39 to 23 on Monday night. Kim Piller led with 26 points for the Vikings, supported by Lave McWilliams and other scorers as Lakeview built an early 20 point lead and controlled the game from the opening period.

Lakeview Scotus Viking Maples Kim Piller Lave McWilliams Stick Cook Moxer Goedekwu Lyte Asche Tom Lutjans Don Luasetien Pal Coan Wendell Korte Lyte Khig Seolus’ Paints Jim Brock Lacy Kerger Bob Shonka Don Delerian Jim Thomas Greenwall Navy Columbus Testiman Dan Vikings Sing Stron

Hastings tops Men's Classic League at Columbus Bowl with 603

Hastings tags 603 at Columbus Bowl as Frwin's 236 game and Tom Hastings' 603 series lead the Men's Classic League. Multiple bowlers posted scores including Osantowski 283 and Troftole 225 while Drew Tire Service posted a 2,801 combined.

Doe Frwin Tom Hastings Columbus Bowl Gil Cave del Engquist Hastings Mel Kelberlan Harold Siebler Harold Osantowski Ernie Christensen Wall Junghaene Ed Kluka Bill Saalfell Art Schmid Ed Troftole Art Juvacek Thayne Whitcomb Phil Whitney Bid Evert Drew Tire Service Lauyels Bull Evert Irio Herman Oehrrich Harry Oppliger Flank ‘Thomsen Liks No Elaine Moore Eva Jepsen Columbus Sales Pavilion

Harvard Wins 1070 ACAC Holiday Hockey Festival

Harvard defeated Clarkson 2 0 at New York venue to capture the 1070 ACAC Holiday Hockey Festival. Bob McManarama and Bill Corkery scored for Harvard and Bruce Burfie was named the tournament MVP.

New York UPI Harvard Clarkson Bob McManarama Bill Corkery Bruce Burfie

New faces on All-Star NFL team picked by UPI

New faces appear on the 1970 United Press International National Football Conference All-Star team announced Tuesday in New York. The lineup shows seven first-time selections among 22 players, with Larry Brown of Washington as top vote-getter on offense and several veterans returning in key roles.

UPI New York United Press International Thesday ATC Wisninuauil Tom Alek Jackie Bd Brown Los Angeles Hhhigs Dulase Wal St. Louis Gene Washington San Francisco Dick Gordon Chicago Mack Brown Ed Flanagan Detroit Ernie McMilan St. Lews Gale Gillingham Green Bay Charlie Sanders Carl Iiller Minnesota Deacon Jones Alan Page Merlin

Silver Creek Tigers top Monroe in decisive win

Silver Creek halted Monroe with a 66 to something victory led by Garry Valasek with 17 points and Scott VanWinkle who scored 33. Kevin Egger added 11 and 17 rebounds as Tigercats built an early 15 1 lead. Jim Dither scored 17 for the Mustangs. Next action sees Silver Creek host Stronsburg while Monroe travels to Hardville on Jan 2.

Silver Cheek Silver Creek S Monroe Garry Valasek Scott VanWinkle Kevin Egger Tigercats Jim Dither Mustangs Doug Mietzner Tigerents Wil Stronsburg, S Michael Melain Hardville Mourou Silver Creek VW

Bengtson resigns as head coach of Packers

GREEN BAY Wisconsin UPI pulls Bengtson resigns as head coach of the Green Bay Packers The executive committee seeks a successor promptly but will not panic Dominic Olejniczak Packers president says they want a capable man for the job Bengtson 57 says change aims to lift 1971 record after a disappointing season His 1970 team finished 6 8 the worst in 21 years committee to meet next week to set criteria for the successor

Paul Strawn Brown Bengals May Jie Perreault Raven Will the Seapals Michaels New York Jets Brown I Yeas Cleveland Per Feat Michels G. Gesmlny Pole Perreault Dhels Walt Michaels Vaal Brown Green Bay Wis UPI Pull Gengtsar Green Bay Packers Dominic Olejniczak Gren Bay Packer Olejniczak Packers National Football League Bengisont Bengtson Packer Bengson Olojnizak

Seven archers notch fine scores in Monday League

Fine archery scores were recorded again in the Monday night Pawnee Bowmen League, topped by Chuck Seeger s 289 scries in a sub roll. Others with goat scores were Karen Sanders 276, Bunk Kinzer 270, Greg Schaefer 253, Vie Wolken 248, Ted Otle 743, and Walt Kryzeki 230. Most improved archers were Father Bob Ahlenius and Melba Kuntzelman. Matt Busters flanked the Fearsome Foursome 40 in team scoring, while the Paper Dluggers down the Targeteers.

Chuck Seeger Karen Sanders Bunk Kinzer Greg Schaefer Vie Wolken Ted Otle Walt Kryzeki Bob Ahlenius Melba Kuntzelman Matt Busters

Ramblers edge Sonics in overtime in Midget League

Ramblers won 16 to 14 in overtime over the Sonics in Columbus Family Midget League action. Todd Triplett nailed the winning basket as Steve Mancuso added 10 points for the Ramblers. For the Sonics Tom Munson scored six and teammates Pat Tooley Bria Dries added three. Rockets beat Reds 14-13 in the other game with Led Tracy leading Rockets scoring and Bob Hanset, Roger Bullington, Terry Berensen, and Chris Weerner pacing the Reds.

Ramblers Sonics Columbus Rockets Reds Todd Triplett Steve Mancuso David Sterup Tom’ Munson Pat, Tooley Bria Dries Tracy Brian ¥Raser Luke Lemke Bob Hanset Roger Bullington Terry Berensen Chris Weerner

St Bonaventure center sidelined by illness

St Bonaventure loses center Matt Gantt to pericarditis, sidelined four to six weeks. Gantt, 0-5 this season, remains hospitalized at St Francis, with doctors saying rest helps recovery and the virus inflammation around the heart is not usually serious when properly treated.

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