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Newspaper
Columbus Telegram
Location
Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1971
Page
6
Columbus Americans beat Elkhorn Valley 4 in the sixth to seize victory in the District tournament opener at O Neill. Managed by Wemhoff and Gorsett, they face Grand Island at 3 on Wednesday. Becher allowed one hit through six, while Ark Ebner Dickey Beecher and Wemhoff drove the key rally.
Westgate Pony Leaguers beat Columbus All-Stars 9 to 2 in the 4971 Pony League Sectional Tournament opener at Westgate. Omaha Westgate drew nine unearned runs, with Dan Steiner and Dave Steiner delivering key hits. Determan pitched five innings for Columbus, Wiese finished the final frame.
Lingala's Jack Sweney won his first main event of the season in a high speed Late Model Feature at Midwest Speedways. Wade of Lincoln finished second for a second time this season, while Don Styskal edged closer to leader Ed Bowes who failed to finish. Don Carman won a fast B Feature as Marushak and Stava scored strong showings. consolation went to Harlay and Norm Bruner. Next weekend features a Super Modified Race of Champions on Friday night and a big late model program on Sunday.
This week the Midget Reds play a twin bill with Dwight. Games are listed across Lincoln and Holdrege venues with NBC games at Lincoln and Papillion on Saturday. The schedule includes engagements Wednesday through Sunday and two Dwight games Tuesday and Saturday.
United Press International reports Miami players Larry Csonka and Jim Kiick, who combined for 1,582 of 2,002 rushing yards and nearly 600 receiving yards last season, are seeking 35 000 to 60 000 apiece while the team fines late arrivals. Giants' Ron Johnson misses camp as talks lag. other NFL camp news includes Arch Manning signing hopes and several players cut or retiring.
The Red Sox and Cardinals top the Columbus Family baseball league with 3-0 records. Red Sox beat Pirates Dodgers and Mets. Cardinals defeated Pirates Giants and Yankees. Mets sit third at 2-4, followed by Orioles Giants Pirates Yankees, and Dodgers. Games were played Wednesday at 9 30 am.
The number of recreational boats in use in the United States rose from 2.4 million in 1947 to 88 million in 1970, according to the National Association of Engine and Boat Manufacturers.
In Columbus Softball League action XL Motel triumphed 24 in a rout over Behlens Teachers. Bill Cattan earned the win, Dave McNair took the loss, while Gary Oakese went 4-for-5 and Inselman 3-for-4 with an inside the park homer.
Gene Kneifel reports strong turnout last week due to good water and weather. Catfish bullheads crappies white bass and carp provided most thrills with buck fishing in Platte River holes and Loup Canal good Thursday and Sunday. Buddies Syslo Randy and Danny Hickman ran low on bait but caught five catfish two drum and two carp while seeking more. Blayne Evans boated three catfish 12 bullheads eight crappies and a 2 pound ounce crappie using minnows.
Hall of Fame pitchers Rod Feller and Satchel Paige join forces as teammates in a righthanders versus lefthanders game in Philadelphia on August 21. Both were Cleveland Indians stars during the pennant winning 1948 season.
Mickey Lolich argues his new approach to conditioning helped him win 5-2 against Kansas City as Al Kaline and Bill Freehan each had three hits. The article notes他的 weight gain around the belly and his plan to open a clothing store, while broader MLB results are summarized.
Don Matulka of David City won the trophy dash, a feature, and third heat at the David City Speedway on Sunday. Trophy queen was Mary Morgan of David City, daughter of Merle and, with other racers named in incomplete entries.
Pittsburgh pitcher Jim Nelsat, who posted a 2-2 record with the Pirates, was optioned to Charleston of the International League to make room on the roster for Bob Moose, who is returning from military duty.
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