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Newspaper

Columbus Telegram

Location

Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jan 07, 1971

Page

5

Columbus Prepares for Islander Clash Amid Injuries

Columbus faces Grand Island Friday in a key East Big Ven contest hampered by injuries. Nell Klutman remains questionable after a severe setback, while Ditk Tanser misses practice due to illness. Islander scoring leaders Randy Evans and Tom York pace a 11 and 6 4 seniors respectively, amid Grand Island’s steady offense and defensive adjustments.

Dick Jatinzon Tunsitiy Byg Soul Siousx City Apollo Frank Brower Hansen Rick Hoth Tom Zimmerman Tim MelLaughtin Columbus Tuthermore Johnson Zimmetuyao Gelting IL Hall Grand Iskow Cage Ures Discoverers Grand Islandens Randy Evans Tom York York Johnsonmen Beatrice CHS Columus Grand Island Orangemen Walloping Hill Roach Dave Maurstad Bill Armstrong Paul Cramer Chuck Jones

South Carolina barely holds off rivals in tough loss tumble

United press international reports South Carolina, ranked, survived a scare as nine straight wins ended with a Monday defeat. Jed Lowry Yemple scored three at halftime but South Carolina rallied behind a fast break led by its guard in a 71 to 61 win. Other top teams saw mixed results with Rutgers over Navy, Holy Cross over Syracuse, and Virginia Tech beating Virginia.

South Carolina Donut Roche Gamecocks Jed Lowly Yemple Bay Jim Jackson St. Bonaventure Jackson Detroit Greg Gary Rich Yankus Georgia Tech Clemson Poa Welch Rutgers Navy Holy Cross Syracuse North Carolina State Maryland Wake Forest Virginia Tech Virginia Alabama Florida Texas Tulane

Muths 629 top in Cornhusker League bowling meet

Gary Muth led the Cornhusker League at Columbus Bowl with a 629 series including 233 and 225. Gary Bock, Hank Kripashoot, Jack Zeiler, and others also posted solid scores as Micek Construction led in series and Garnets topped team games in another league. Belly Rhea opened her pro career with a 200 and a 300 series while Dunkers took team honors.

Gary Muth Columbus Bowl Gary Bock Hank Kripashoot Jack Zeiler En Walter Don Gablens Dick Sansoni Larry Zywicc Lark Bar Micek Construction League of Dunkers

Small players sparkle in NBA night action

Earlier in May, Dave May at 6-foot-4 paced the Buffalo Braves but they fell 115-108 to the Warriors ending an eight game skid. Nate Archibald and a rookie from Texas-El Paso contributed key late plays as Cincinnati toppled Portland 133-123. Milwaukee, New York, and Boston also won, with Lew Alcindor and Oscar Robertson pacing the Bucks, Knicks dominating Cleveland, and Boston exploding in the final period.

United Press International Dave Blay Nate Archibald National Basketball Associaion May Buffalo Braves San Francisco Warriors Buffalo Bing Gwal Seattle Lew Alcindor Oscar Robertson Bucks Chicago Carrie Russell Knicks Cleveland Cavaliers Boston Johm Havilock Dave Cowes

Nebraska Huskers Big Red earn top national football honors

Paul Ernst notes Nebraska University's football team atop national polls and awards. Coach Devaney is hailed as Coach of the Year by Helms Foundation. Huskers touted as national champs with multiple honors, plus other NFL and baseball signings and looming Super Bowl audience estimates.

Be & Warner Nebraska University Huskers Tab Pevaney Big Red Grantland Hherophy Nelms Missouri Devanoy Helms Foundation Ant Nevaney

Bruins and Rangers to form all star lineup alliance

The Boston Bruins and New York Rangers will join forces for the 24th annual All Star game at Boston Garden. Eleven top players from both teams were named to the Eastern all stars, with Orr Esposito Bucyk leading the selections and several Bruins and Rangers among the 12 starters.

New Wowk Boston Bruins New York Rangers Jane Boston Garden Bruins Rangers Bobby Orr Phil Esposito Johnny Bucyk Brainy Ken Hodge John McKenzie Giacomin Ald Gilles Villemure Brad Park Jim Neilson Jean Ratette Dave Eaton New York Boston Jean-Claude Tremblay Montreal Canadiens Harry Sinden

Kentucky State tops NAIA basketball poll

Kentucky State, unbeaten in eight games, was named the No 1 team in the first NAIA coaches poll. Fairmont State 10 0 is second with 327 points. Gaylord State, Georgetown Ky, Central State of Ohio, and Eastern Michigan follow in the top 10.

NEW York UPI Kentucky State Nationa Association of Liberealtestate Athletics NAIA

Vikings travel to Elkhorn then host Madison on back-to-back days

Lakeview Vikings, coming off a holiday tournament, face Mount Michael at Elkhorn and then meet Madison on their Lakeview court. Knights, led by Balenhorst, struggle for inside scoring while Vikings push pace and foul limits may decide the weekend outcomes. Junior Reins earns varsity promotion as reserves push for playing time.

Jim Havelka Lakeview Viklins Larry Whibig Elkhorn Verbovils Ie Klownt Michel Knights Mount Michael St. John's Rolgis Tess Sopis Knights Columbus Balenhorst Iran Uvan Ue Rangy Steve MewWilliams Doug Zacha Logan View McWillams Han Michaeleen Dennis Hasick Greg Paasch Mark Koeslers Vikings Madison Dragons Fred Twe Dragons Wayne Viking Dragon Mark Rakowsky Gary Demmel Peb Rotherham Dick Wolfgram Rakowsky Wolfgram Letheby Jose Fier McWilliams Darwin Sieh Tne Iverson

Allen heads Redskins after firing in Los Angeles

Washington President Edward Bennett Williams hired George Allen as head coach and general manager to rebuild the Redskins. Allen, 41, arrived after Bil Austin’s dismissal following a Lombardi era coaching change, stating he aims to improve the defense and build a championship team by 1971.

Washington UPI George Allen Los Angeles Washington Redskins A. Allen Redskin Edward Bennett Williams Bil Austin Vince Lombard Alen Los Angeles Ram Dan Reeves Allen Ant Reeves West Coast Allen Redskins

Marijuana heroin found in Sonny Liston home

UPI reports a small quantity of marijuana and heroin found in Sonny Liston’s plush home after his death was discovered Tuesday night. Coroner’s autopsy indicated initial clues but toxicology and microscopic tests were pending to determine the exact cause and whether foul play was involved.

Sonny Liston Gene Clark Elston Geraldine Clark

Omaha Mustangs Put Three On All Star Team

OMATA UPI reports the Omaha Mustangs place three players on the Continental Pantball League first team. On offense guard Don Klepney and center Doug Korver are named, with tackle Roper Teising on the defensive unit. The excerpt ends amid a garbled note.

Omata UPI Omaha Mustangs Don Klepney Doug Korver Roper Teising

DeJordy Returns to Peak Form Against Former Teammates

DeJordy, traded from Chicago to Los Angeles last season, stifled his old teammates with stellar goaltending as the Kings topped the Blackhawks 3 2. Robinson redirected the deciding goal off Desjardins skate, ending a 13 game Kings home winless streak amid a night of NHL results.

United Press International Tenis DeJordy DeJordy Chicago Los Angeles Kings Black Hawks Mack Maks Diag Robinson Gerry Desjardina

Manny Leaks to Nets Shakes Dallas Trade Scene

The Texas Chaparrola reports Manny Leaks moves to the New York Nets on Wednesday for veteran guard Severa Tarnil suconlbycae centec Ed dolinsen, signaling a major shakeup in the roster and potential scoring punch for the Nets.

Dallas UPI Texas Manny New York Nets Severa Tarnil Dolinsen

Laver Newcombe Set To Clash In Rochester Classic

Wimbledon champion Laver and Aussie Newcombe ready for a high stakes match in Rochester New York on Saturday in the second annual $210 000 Tennis Champions Classic. Their practice sessions and form signal a headline showdown with a $10 000 prize at stake in the event crammed with top players.

New York Ypi Rot Taver Rochester N.Y

Four hit 600s in Centennial League bowling action

At Boulevard Lanes Rich Morgan Harald Krumlant led Centennial League scoring with games 235 210 and 201 214 216. Kosch and Golisehail posted multiple 200s while others like Stenger Stenger Paprock and Teele posted notable scores in a busy bowling roundup.

Boulevard Lanes Rich Morgan Harald Krumlant Gal Krimland Morgan Sini Kosch Ali Slan Golisehail Martin Kreshn Bevore Moran Sean Miller del Trichwasser Delmar Spitz Duane Stenger Larry Bomberger Bob Arnberger Spike Walllek Harold Siebler Chuck Blliett Keith Beringer Ted Pacwirrz Dave Papencki Jim Rozak Holiday Station Lee Thomas Womber Les Wordeman Clair Moore Aneh Wordeman Gaye Towate Mike Evans Jim Herrmann Cheryl Teele Randy Moore Doys Sue Paprock

Cards lose coach as NFL job losses rise

Charley Winner, 45, is added to the growing list of unemployed head coaches in the NFL. He was dismissed by the St. Louis Cardinals after five seasons, leaving 48 NFL clubs seeking new leaders amid division realignments. Bidwill will accept applications from all interested including assistants.

Clear Creek Aimes Lincoln Mick Ingethoif Mick Lexingtonipl Flisker Moe Drabowsky Dick Schofield The Chiefs Vikings Langle Charles Stormy Bidwill Cardinals Anylaly

Washburn Downs Omaha In Rocky Mountain Conference Tilt

Washburn University defeated Nebraska Omaha 85 to 73 on Wednesday night. Tom Fragler led the Washburn rally with key 3 point shooting while Mark Langer scored 22 for UN-O. Washburn improves to 71 on the season and 1-0 in conference, Omaha falls to 4-? with the loss.

Omaia Washburn University University of Nebraska At Omaha Tom Fragler Mark Langer Un-O Washburn

Safe storage of guns and ammunition at home

The guidance urges keeping firearms and ammunition out of children's reach, stored securely behind locked containers or safes, with separate locked storage when feasible, to prevent accidents and unauthorized use. Emphasizes responsible ownership and child safety in the home.

Aquinas Scotus Opens Tournament With Tough Conference Clash

Aquinas Scotus heads opening round of the Cathalla Conference tournament at Scalus Central Catholic gym. Aquinas favored over David City Aquinas as Shamrocks seek solid defense and consistent offense led by seniors Bob Locke and Terry Mausbreh and juniors Dan Brigus Frank Miolak Dan Brock and Duane Heimann. Monarchs led by coach Dale Kerkman bring veterans Bob Blerbower Dar Jelined and Rich Kobzi with a quick, balanced lineup. Consistent edge weighs on defense as Saturday night contests set the slate.

Grand Istand Cathalic Wakt David City Aquinas Fekdy Cathalla Scalus Central Catholic Gymmnasm Uustings St. Gecllln Grand Island Crusaders Scalus Spencers Shamrocks Spencer Soll Bob Locke Terry Mausbreh Dan Brigus Frank Miolak Dan Brock Duane Heimann Heimann Shamrock Mento Weedhiostity Seolus Dale Kerkman Monarchs Tetlermen Fron Bob Blerbower Dar Jelined Q Diny Elan Rowly Ivemer Sailor Rich Kobzi Inion’ den Dalfek Mierbower Columbus We Aquinas Spevcer

Raiders Seek New Opponents in Cloud Invitational Tourney

Platte College Raiders bring an 8 3 record into the Cloud Invitational at Concentra Ken this weekend with a mix of new opponents and old NICC foes. York Central Garden City Hesston St John Cloud County join Fairbury and others. first round vs Nesston at 3 15 pm Thursday.

Plutte College Raiders Concentra Ken Sayers Nebraska Juntor College Loop Ialaury York Central College Garden City College Hesston Junior College St. John College Cloud County Community College Platte Nesston York Meeting Central Garden City Fairbury’s Deniers St. Jol Cloud County Hielders Kansas Tanveth Whatte Fairbury Yrellm Cattler Celine Fanther Wieteen NICG

Landry Explains Cowboys Turnaround After Low Point

Dallas coach Landry says the Cowboys rose from a Nov. 16 collapse after a brutal loss, crediting team character for seven straight victories including playoff threats. He notes players self-evaluated and defense and clutch plays fueled the rebound.

Dallas UPI Dallas Cowboys Baltimore Tont Larsey Landry Cowboys St Touls Dolrou Id San Francisco Bettor Andey

Colts plan business trip to avoid distractions before Super Bowl

Baltimore Colts prepare for a focused trip to face Dallas, banning wives and families from travel until the late stage. Coach Dan McCafferty aims to avoid a circus like Miami, as players seek concentration and a hopeful Lombardi Cup prize of $5 per man.

Baltimore UPI Baltimore Colts Dan McCafferty Tami Dallas Mnenian Tilly Ray Smith McCafferty Miami Colts New York Jets Tédemphian Will Curry Spavilies

Monzon Offered $75,000 to Fight Griffith at Garden

New York UPI report says Madison Square Garden matchmaker Texkiy Brenner offered world middleweight champion Carlos Monzon of Argentina $75,000 to defend his title against former welterweight and middleweight king Emile Griffith.

New York UPI Texkiy Brenner Madison Square Garden Carlos Monzon Argentina Emile Griffith

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