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Newspaper

Columbus Telegram

Location

Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Dec 24, 1970

Page

7

Brown leads Bengals to visit Colts in playoff clash

United Press International reports Paul Brown returns to guide the Bengals in a key American Conference playoff game at Baltimore against the Colts. Baltimore, led by Don McCafferty, seeks to halt Cincinnati’s surge as the Lions meet the Cowboys in the other National Conference showdown at the Cotton Bowl.

United Press International Paul Brown Hod Cleveland Cinetrali Bengal Baltimore Colts

Three new Logan View teams in holiday tournament

Logan View High hosts a four school round robin holiday cage event December 26 to 29 featuring Lakeview Wisner-Pilger Lyons and Logan View. Braeseh notes near parity with Lakesview and Wisner Pilger holding early upper bracket advantage and rivalry hints emerge as teams chase the rotating tournament title.

Jim Havelka Dick Braeseh Logan View High School Logan View Dodge County Lakeway Wisner-Pilger Lyons Justain Braesch Logan Wew Wisnee-Pilger Lakeview Wisner- Pilger Gateys Cross Swords Bruesch

Virginia Squires Clash Leads to Courtroom Arrests

Virginia Squires beat the Pavers 140 128 in Indianapolis then faced a fracas as coach Al Bianchi and players John Eakins and Charlie Scott were arrested for assault and battery and resisting arrest after the game. A Pacers official was ejected for a second technical foul amid heated exchanges involving players and spectators.

United Press International Virginia Squires al Bianchi John Eakins Charlie Scott Virginia Pavers Indianapolis Pacer South Hobby Leohardt Pacer Mel Mantels Mike Malay Kol Fenwiss Biges

Brodie Named Player of Year in NFC Balloting

San Francisco quarterback Trodie edged Page of Minnesota by 12 votes to win the NFC Player of the Year award for 1970. The two clubs meet Sunday at Metropolitan Stadium as the playoff preview centers on pass rush by Page and the 49ers offense led by Trodie.

New York UPT San Francisco Jose Trodie Minnesota Alan Page Metropolitan Stadium United Press International National Football Conference Trodie NPC Page Brodie Brelic Akland Isradic

Nebraska Huskers Rally Past Wichita in Holiday Hoop Battle

Nebraska edged Wichita ival in a spirited nonconference confrontation as both squads showcased depth and sharp defense. Coach Cipriani leaned on seven of eight frontliners, while standout Kosch earns praise and preseason Big Eight recognition for his playmaking and interception prowess.

Iluskur Tugers SMU Nebraska Wichita Wichity Wie SU Quintet Nebraska Wichitis Nebr Wits Wichita Vickers Talons Joe Cipriany Okla State Mandy

Briscoe Tops AFL as Pass Receiver This Season

Marlin Briscoe of Omaha shifted from quarterback to receiver and led the American Football League with 5? catches for 1,036 yards and eight touchdowns. Other league leaders include Lloyd Little in rushing, Larry Brown in passing, John Hadl tied for touchdown passes, and Jam Stenerud in points from kicks, with Johnny Robinson and Ed Podolak also leading in interceptions and punt returns respectively.

New York UPI Marlin Marlin Briscoe Omaha Buffalo Lloyd Little Denver Laryle Lameniea Oakland John Hal San Diego Sear Jam Stenerun Kansas City Johnny Robinson Ed Podulak Jim Duncan

Nebraska Edges Wichita 72 71 in Narrow Victory

Nebraska edged Wichita 72 to 71 as the Huskers rallied in the final minutes. Marvin Hinchman scored twice and Chuck Shine tallied 20 for Nebraska, who led 46 20 at halftime and held off Wichita’s late push. Vince Seni led the visitors with 22 points and Perry Berita added 14.

Wechity Kan University of Nebraska Wichita Nebraska Marvin Stewart Hinwied Chuck Shiny Huskers Lena Inter- Missi Cornmuskers Sors Et Dye Vilineo Secords Wielita Stare Mus Suth Tve Vince Seni Perry Berita

Bruins Rangers Win Streaks Extend In Tight Matches

The Bruins and Rangers continued winning as tough early periods and key plays shaped a set of tight games. Pittsburgh edged past the Penguins while other results kept leaders atop the standings with nine and seven game streaks respectively. The night also featured Toronto routing a foe, and Chicago earning a decisive home victory.

Big Ten basketball races heat up before Christmas break

Discoverers and Alliance lead the Big Ten action as undefeated teams pursues wins amid a tight race. Fremont tops Grand Island as Scottsbluff and Norfolk trail. Bake leads scoring with 93 in five games, while Thomas and Klathan also post high averages. Six of ten clubs head to holiday tournaments including Apollo, Metro, and State College events.

Calumbug Alliance Press Altice Kearney Scottsbluff Fremont Scotts Bluff Norfolk Bremont Ritch Bake Bake Paul Thomas Lastings Columbus Neil Klathan Tom York Grand Island Jeff O'Donnel Sastings McCook Omabes Metro Tastings Mearngy State College

Ducks Owls and Deer Make Hosher Farm Home

In Bellwood the Hosher farm hosts ducks owls and deer relying on game birds for food. The family raises pheasants quail geese and other birds with a laying flock producing meat for the freezer while keeping owls in a remodeled outhouse.

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Basketball Games Last 108 Hours at BAU Wis

A garbled report details a basketball event at BAU Wisconsin where a game extended unusually long. It mentions Mayor John Kamien and city officials at a West School gym midweek, with unclear results and scores amid chaotic narration.

Bau Wis Oversa S Parevita John Kamien Wasa West Gsyranasiure Tesa Satirday Delerne Meir Sven Ava Ashe

Tempered Manager San Allan Faces Weeklong Suspension

A heated confrontation involving outfielder Clamente led to a weeklong suspension by the Baseball league amid disrespective conduct. The incident occurred Saturday in Jones, with the club and city residents reacting to the discipline and the league's stance.

San Allan Pak Psi Ur Fuerter Ftiee Ivrird Clanente Nyse

Kearney gridstey gains honors in all America team

Kearney senior Mixavicka of Kearney State has been named to the NATA All America football squad. Makovleka scored 128 points last fall in 10 games, capping years of standout play for Kiairnicy State. Ulysses is also represented among Nebraskan selections announced by the national AIA offices.

Kearney Mixavicka Srae Ulysses National Associaton Intercollagiate Athletics Makovleka Kiairnicy State Cfetin

Western Kentucky topples Jacksonville in NCAA action

Western Kentucky, ranked, defeated Jacksonville 97-81 on Wednesday night as McDaniels outscored Artis Gilmore 46 to 29. UCLA remained unbeaten with a 79-68 win over St Louis, while Tennessee beat Oregon State and Nebraska edged Wichita State in other midweek games.

United Pros International Western Kentucky Walt Jacksonville Shreo Dolphins Tistkames McDaniels Artis Gilmore UCLA St. Louis John = Woollen Tennessee Oregon State Mordhim Florida Memphis Missouri Iowa Iowa State Nebraska Wichita State Northwestern Western Lilingis Villanova Stanford

Sayers candidate for NFL Man of Year

New York UPI reports seven players remain in the running for the NFL Man of the Year as voting tightens. Len Dawson Roman Gabriel Bart Starr John Unitas Rod Lilly Gale Sayers Gene Washington are the leading nominees, with a $25,000 scholarship in the winner's name, a 1971 automobile, and the Bronze Gladiator Trophy to be awarded at the Pro Bowl in Los Angeles on January 24.

New York UPI National Football League National Football Hall of Fame Len Dawson Kansas City Roman Gabriel Los Angeles Bart Sarr Green Bay John Unites Tallimore Rod Lilly Dallas Gale Sayess Chicago Gene Washington Minnesota

Protests Too Much Ends Braves’ Narrow Loss to Bulls

Bo Kaufman of the Buffalo Braves protested a foul and was ejected in the third quarter after Chicago, trailing 62-60, surged to a 74-63 lead and later clinched a 104-103 victory. Kaufman scored 13. Rob Love led Chicago with 31, Chet Walker 29. Other NBA results noted include San Diego beating Atlanta 133-102 behind Elgin Baylor and Calvin Murphy, and Tom van Arsdale scoring 37 in Cincinnati’s 125-101 win over Baltimore.

United Press International Bo Kaufman Buffalo Braves Buffalo Chicago Bulls Kauffman Chicago Jake Bonnell Braves Rob Love Chet Walker National Basketball Association San Diego Amanta Elvin Dlagee Calvin Murphy Tom van Arsdale Cincinnati Baltimore

Blue-Gray football drill as teams prep for annual game

North and South college players continued preparations for the Blue-Gray game in Montgomery Alabama. North head coach Bob Bowden planned quarterback decisions with multiple contenders while South coach Paul Dieber indicated Tommy Lupes would start, backed by Herald Suggs and Bill Montgomery in the Gray backfield and featuring David Abercrambit and Ra Yorger.

Montgomery Ala UPI North Bob Bowden West Virginia Mike Shervond Poston College Frank Parris Paul Dieber South Caenthin Dielze Tommy Lupes South Carolina Herald Suggs Bill Montgomery Arkansas David Abercrambit Tulane Ra Yorger Clemson Fred Willis Kosten College James Harrison Missouri

American swimmers reach semifinals in Adelaide event

In Adelaide Australia two Americans advanced to the semifinals of a South Australian tenants championship event. Pail Fiiese of St Peteridang beat Morpun of Australia 0-7 3, while Kris Kemmer of KU Saji GA defeated Sawiaat-KU 47 10.

Apalaide Australia Ashing Werthestay Pail Fiiese St. Peteridang Fin Morpun Kris Kemmer Tha Adgiles Wat Kaaike Sawiaat- KU Saji

Columbus Discoverers boast leaders in nine stats after four games

Sideline notes for Rich Gaver and Neil Klutman highlight Klutman leading in points 83, field goals 28, free throws 27 and 62 attempts while adding 43 rebounds 24 assists and 10 steals. Aberglan near top scorer with 45, Zimmerman third with 31. Dick Hoth played once before surgery scoring 13 and grabbing nine rebounds.

Rich Gaver Neil Klutman Columbus Discoverers Klutman Columbus Klulman Dick Hansen Tim Melaughliin Soen Jun Abegglen Hansen Aberglan Tom Zimmerman Dick Hoth N. Klutman J. Abeggien T. Zimmerman T. McLaughtan F. Grower T. Helser D. Miller L. Cattan P. Potter D. Condreau DE Lannana Tatas Pointy Fomfor Fineta Reedant N Brown Catau al M. Wagneraw D. Lannan B. Gaver K. Davy M. Miller Hellbuseht J. Egger

Unclear text on Toth Apollo tourney and team stats

The fragment hints Toth ready for the Apollo tournament next week and notes low Feld goal accuracy for Coach Jack Sphyson at Columbus. It cites Miner shots, team rebounds, assists, and turnovers, plus reserves led by Panny Miller and scoring leaders Potter Brown Cathay.

Tralslow Toth Feld Jack Sphyson Columbus Johnson Panny Miller Miller Paul Potter Roger Brown Lester Cathay Catlay Dave Swarta Jayvees

Shrine College All Star Game Christmas Night Preview

Shrine College All Star Game lights up the Orange Bowl on Christmas night with 56 players from small colleges and big names, including Lynn Dickey and Ken Anderson, as fans anticipate standout performances ahead of pro careers. North and South squads vie for a fifth straight win as scouts eye rising stars and big linemen from top conferences.

Shrine College Miami Jim Lindsey Sweeny Tex Bat Ladsey Shaller Ms. Seasay Ne Vinutyoy Wil Soulh Am-Stara Kansas Oklahoma Missouri Ken Anderson Augustana College Ilinois Cin Hin Al-Stirs

Creighton Edges San Diego State In Tight Road Win

Creighton edged San Diego State 68 to at San Diego. OMATIA and Joe Iiingman led Creighton with 26 points and 21 points respectively while Gary Schneider posted 21 for the losers. The hosts shot 68.8 percent from the field to San Diego State 47.1 percent. Free throw accuracy featured Creighton at 741 percent to 24 for the visitors.

Omatia UPI Mike Caruso Joe Iiingman Creighton University Muelnys Rll Haplinta Ceoighton Alr Waek Onvler Arto Nikle Sprain Colin Orit Clita Atluck

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