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Newspaper

Columbus Telegram

Location

Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Jun 19, 1972

Page

5

Supreme Court reaffirms stance on baseball reserve system

The Supreme Court ruled 5-2 that baseball reserve rules remain exempt from antitrust laws. Justice Blackmun noted the decision stems from congressional inaction, calling the baseball exception an anomaly yet not subject to antitrust scrutiny. The case, Flood v. Cleveland, challenged the reserve system binding players to teams.

Supreme Court Comenerce Harry Blecoman Thes Court Stor Flood Arthur J. Re

Freeman Wottle Leads At Penn State Indoor Championships

Greg Fredericks of Penn State surged to a long distance American record with a 10 000 meters win in 28 08. James Keogh of Navy and Jerome Howe of Mid-American TC claimed notable 5000 and 1500 victories. Dave Roberts cleared 18 feet in pole vault, while Lee and Craft posted meet marks in hurdles and triple jump. Jay Silvester competed in discus with a 213 feet throw, highlighting a strong national meet.

Vaway Dave Roberts Greg Fredericks Penin State Frank, Shorter Tom Laris Jack Bachelor Billy Mills Wode Wile James Navy Mike Keogh New York Jerome Howe Darg Keogh Howe Wattle U.S Jim Ryan Tom von Ryder Tom O'Hare Kansas State Leeva Matson Rod Fed Adlbun Ohn Craft Jay Silvester

Local Y swim program enrolls 444 amid busy summer schedule

Des Moines area families join the Family Y swim program with six week long sessions and four age groups from learn to float to intermediate levels. Instructors include Charlie Kaufmann and Suzie Lange assisted by Jane P and Barb McCarty. Adult lessons run Tuesday evenings, with facility hours daily and extended evenings during Family Night series. In other news a Des Moines man faced reckless driving charges after allegedly driving through a softball diamond, injuring four people. Daniel Davis, 20, was arrested following an argument over parking at Tone Park. four cars were damaged and four patients treated for minor injuries. The Braves suspended pitcher Grito Geyeda after a walkout dispute, while veteran Jenéndz Sysar departed the team amid contract friction, demanding playtime and forcing suspension by manager.

Hamily Red Cross Charlie” Kaufmann In Lange Suzie Lange Jane P Barb McCarty Jeff Dezn Mike Nytfeler Setunday Davis Geple Aiedet Grito Geyeda Allama Braves Oeels Jenedz Sysar Jayer Saty Braves Atlanta Vaanan Harris Cepeda I Nes

Evert optimistic about Wimbledon after Wightman Cup win

Chris Evert, 17, from Fort Lauderdale, Florida, upbeat after helping the United States clinch the Wightman Cup with three wins in a 3-2 series victory over Britain at Wimbledon. She defeated Virginia Wade 6-4 6-4 and Joyce Williams 6-2 6-3 in singles and plans to prepare for Wimbledon.

Wimbledon England Chris Evert United States Tort Lauderdale Fla Cress Courts Britain No. Y Court Miss Evert Virginia Wade Doyce Williams

U S Davis Cup Team Triumphs In Mexico City

The United States swept Mexico in the North American Zone finals, sending Mexico to rebuild while the confident American squad advanced to the American Zone finals against Chile. Stan Smith of Sea Pines and Harold Solomon of Silver Spring won their singles matches, with Smith defeating Joaquin Lago Mayo 6-4 6-3 3-6 6-4 and Solomon beating Octavio Martinez 6-4.

Mexico City Davis Chile United States Stan Smith Sea Pines Uarald Solomon Silver Spring Smitch Joaquin Lago Mayo Solomon Octavio Martinez

Monzon Retains World Middleweight Title in Paris Bout

Carlos Monzon of Argentina defended his world middleweight championship for the fourth time in Paris Saturday night. Opponent Jean-Claude Boutlier of France did not come out for the 18th round, claiming eye pokes left him half blinded. Boutlier campaigned for new gloves to prevent thumb protrusion.

Paris Carlos Monet Argentina Axl Jean-Claude Boultier France Monzon O Boutlier Monzon

High School Rodeo Set Wednesday at Sioux County Fairgrounds

Nebraska’s 23rd annual State Championship rodeo begins Thursday at the Sioux County Fairgrounds with a queen’s dance Wednesday night. About 200 high school students expected to compete for individual and team titles in boys and girls events across bareback riding, saddle bronc, bull riding, bulldogging, calf roping, cutting, barrel racing, breakaway rope, pole bending, and team roping.

Harrison Nebraska Sioux County Fairgrounds

Preps weigh new rule banning ties in football

The letter discusses state and league moves to end tied games in prep football, noting Iowa and Kansas examples and wondering how sudden death would apply in practice. It compares to NFL overtime and mentions Nebraska prep leaders and a Canadian Football League telecast with an All Star game.

Iowa Kansas Nebraska Prep

Early pheasant and quail hatch reported in Nebraska

Lincoln AP says early broods of pheasant and quail chicks are visible across Nebraska and the hatch is well underway. Game and Parks officials advise landowners to wait until July 16 to clear weed patches and standing cover and urge motorists to watch for the young birds on county roads.

Lincoln Neb Game and Parks Commission Sanday Commission

Harvard Beats Yale by Five Lengths in Thames Race

Harvard heavyweight rowers extended their victory streak to 18 by defeating Yale by five lengths on the five mile Thames River course in New London Connecticut. Yale, the host, was outpaced as Harvard led from the start and dominated the race beneath overcast skies.

Harvard Yale New London Conn

Midget Blues Dominate Lincoln For Fifth Win This Season

The Columbus Midget Blues improved to 5 0 with a 8 to 3 victory over Lincoln Gateway Merchants at Pawnes Park. Pitcher Rich Midden, despite a rough start, held Lincoln scoreless through the middle innings while Blues hitters unleashed a late rally, highlighted by Rex Porter and Terry Brentzel two run singles and Wieser multiple hits. The Blues’ strong defense and timely hitting sealed the win as Gateways’ late rally came up short.

Rich Gaver Columbus Lehi Lincoln Gatewa Merchants Pawnes Park Pat Lehigh Doug Wardinger Randy Beyer Lehigh Steve Rodenburg Biunt Mike Zastera Beyer Tony Carpenter Grounder Wardinger Scott Buller Blues Paul Adare Phil Peppler Wieser Zastera Jett Peppler Greg Bullington RBI Gateway Mike Greenfield Bullington Down Wirdinger Lincoln Warren Melliger Actress Rex Porter Terry Brentzel Burlington Brentzel Gateway Merchants Roseland Wurdinger Calimbus

Long Branch Hamms Capture Tourney Wins at Creston

Long Branch down X-L Motel of Columbus 96 with a nine hit attack led by Roger Cattan as Don Franzen and Val Sobl pitched for the losers. Hamms ousted Person's Sport Shop 13 to 5 with Ron Fulje winning and Arlyn Gehring losing. Terry Skipton and Jack Nosal homered for Columbus. Tuesday games include Mini Bar at Norfolk versus Hoskins and Albion Merchants versus Landsay at 2 15.

Long Branch Hamms Fremont Creston Lion Creston X-L Motel Columbus Roger Cattan Don Franzen Val Sobl Ron Fulje Arlyn Gehring

Welch wins National Open Bass Tournament title at $5000 prize

Ls Wolle? Welch of Amelia Louisiana captured 87 pounds 6 ounces to win the National Open Bass Tournament first prize of 5000 dollars. Sulphur La based angler Dr ditt Hebert won the biggest bass prize of 7 pounds 2 ounces earning 500 dollars.

Wolle Dint Welch Amelia Dr. Ditt, Hebert Sulphur

Frog Jumping Contest Set for Yutan July 9

YUTAN Neb AP announces the fourth annual frog jumping contest to be held July 9 sponsored by the Yutan Volunteer Fire Department. Last year drew 450 entries and 7,000 spectators. Chuck Marr of Omaha will serve as master of ceremonies. Prospective competitors may rent frogs for a nominal fee.

Yutan, Neb Yutan

Special Bank Account Aimed at Aged by Philadelphia Bank

First Pennsylvania Banking and Trust Co. creates a special account for the aged after meetings with the Gray Panthers. The plan allows automatic payment of standard bills and four free money orders monthly to account holders to reduce the need for carrying cash.

Philadelphia First Pennsylvania Banking and Trust Co Gray Panthers

New York’s FitzGibbon Wins Southeastern Tennis Crown

Fourth-seeded Herb FitzGibbon of New York defeated Mike Belkin of Canada 43 75 to win the Southeastern Tennis Tournament in Columbus. Belkin had hoped to capture a fourth straight title.

Columbus, Jr Herb FitzGibbon New York Mike Belkin Canada

Nicklaus Wins Pebble Beach In Dramatic Final Round

The 12 year old shotmaster Nicklaus at Pebble Beach posted a dramatic round in gusty winds that tested the field. He finished with a 78 to tie Homero Blancas at 295, narrowly edging in a final putt to claim the title as the course battered by 30 mph winds.

Sibach ' Culit Nicklas Ned Colossus Bob Jones Columbus Ohio Jones Amnald Palme Nicklaus Homero Blancas Skille

Elder Wins at Riverside in Golden State 400

Ray Elder the Carruthers California racer beat NASCAR Grand National stars in the Golden State 400 at Riverside earning 11025 from a 33006 purse. Benny Parsons and Donnie Allison followed, while George Follmer shaped a Trans Am title bid with a Watkins Glen win and 4000 prize. Sonny Easley captured a 100 mile Riverside NASCAR sportsman win.

Elder Carruthers Calif Riverside Read Benny Parsons Donnie Allison American Motors Maledor James Hylton Ford Carl Joiner George Folliner Arcadia Sports Car Club of America Stall Sports Setaus Follmer U.S Watkins Glen Folliner Deny ‘Thompson Graham McRae McRae

Juniors Reschedule Weekend Games and Fixture Changes

Coach Larry Lassek announced weekend postponements and rescheduled games. Columbus and Grand Island meet in the Third City on Monday, June percent. Lincoln NBC game reset for July 10 at Pawnee Park. Midget Blues at Grand Tilaret 5 30 p.m. June 26. This week’s schedule includes Fremont Wednesday Hastings Friday and Lincoln First Nations Bank Saturday for a twin bill starting 31 5 90. Cincinnati AP report notes Dave Concepcion is the only NL player wearing number 13.

Larry Lassek Columbus Grand Island Sucy Lincoln NBC Pawnee Park Grand Tilaret Stark Fremont Hastings Lincoln First Nations Bank

Jaywalker turns out to be black bear in Montpelier

Police initially chased a supposed jaywalker at Colonial Drive and Northfield Street in central Montpelier. Investigators found the intruder to be a small black bear, and no arrest was made.

Jaywalker Black Bear Montpelier, Vt Colonial Brive Northfield Street Center Town

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