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Newspaper

Columbus Telegram

Location

Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Nov 23, 1971

Page

6

Top four teams set for back to back bowl clashes

United Press International reports the top four colleges Alabama, Auburn, Nebraska, and Oklahoma are poised for back-to-back bowl showdowns as the national rankings surge. Notre Dame drops from the top 10 after a loss while Michigan falls to fifth following a close win over Ohio State.

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Big Eight picks Dill Kosch on AP defense team

Paul Ernst reports Dill Kosch named to the All-Big Eight defensive team, marking a second straight year for the Colimbox xiidstar. Blahizk and Hill also noted for interceptions. major picks vary on Nebraska and Oklahoma matchups, with fans debating team selections and publicity around the season.

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Amundson Shines as ISU Tops Cowboys for Bowl Bid

Iowa State tailback George Amundson scored four touchdowns and threw for another as ISU routed Oklahoma State, earning him the Big Eight Player of the Week honor. Amundson, 146 rushing yards on 26 carries, also completed two passes for 69 yards, including a 40 yard scoring strike to Wille Jones. He was switched from quarterback to running back mid-sophomore year and sits among league rushing leaders with 1,189 yards on 242 carries this season.

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St Francis Six Lettermen Lead 1971 72 Team

Six lettermen return under Coach Williams for St Francis 1971 72 basketball squad. Seniors Ala Boesch guard Bob Remier guard Roger Bauthgart center Merle an Dyke center Jill Noonan center and junior Dan Waile 6 2 center anchor the lineup with promising forwards Dick Fischer and Jerry Classen. injuries mount as schedule opens against Lindsay Joly Tennily Stromsburg Clarkson Howells and other Mid State foes.

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Harvard elects Demars captain

Cambridge Massachusetts United Press International reports halfback Ted Demars of Smithfield was chosen Monday as Harvard football captain. Demars had been the team's leading ground gainer in the last two seasons and was elected in the wake of previous captaincy changes.

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Majors Going to Baylor Rumors Denied by Baylor AD Patterson

Baylor Athletic Director Jack Patterson dismissed reports that Johnny Majors would replace Bil Beall as head coach after a third straight losing season. Patterson said no decision had been made and that talks were ongoing, with a formal announcement likely after the Baylor-Texas game. Majors and his Iowa State team were in San Diego for a game as chatter swirled from Des Moines to Ames.

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Michigan Falls From Top Trio In Dunkel Index

Michigan drops to sixth in the Dunkel ratings after a 10-7 win over Ohio State drops them from third. Nebraska remains 10-0 with a 32.5 point edge per game, while Penn State, Colorado, LSU, Houston and Notre Dame post notable scores.

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Passing George Blanda Set Pro Passes Record

George Blanda remains the pro football record holder for most passes completed in a single game. He completed a record number of attempts for the Houston Oilers in a 1961 contest against Buffalo, marking a standout performance in the era.

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Huskers Seethe with Spirit Ahead of Sooner Showdown

Lincoln Nebraska fans thrill to a spirited practice as top ranked Nebraska readies for the national title clash with second ranked Oklahoma. Coach Bob Devaney emphasizes flawless execution and caution about injuries to key players including Carl Jose and Willie Harper while Johnny Rodgers and Al Austin are noted for solid returns.

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Lakeview Vikings suffer tough 1972 season with losses and losses

Lakeview Vikings end 1972 by slipping to five straight defeats after a midseason winning streak. The team posted a 2,099 to 837 outward fee ledger, with running back Paul Jazwick leading rushing yardage and linemen and quarterbacks set to depart next season. Eight seniors highlighted a squad that totaled 992 rushing yards and 463 passing yards while conceding more than they gained in many games.

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Bowling league scoring totals at Columbus Bowl event

Badje Egger pace scoring in Classic and Barb Badje led 2 196 game figure while Lorraine Beger fired 558 to pace Ladies Classic League at Columbus Row. Marshall Melson led team honors with 474 for 2474 series. Junior League saw Deanna Ryba post 177 game and 44 series. Randy Bede led boys with 195 and 461.

Barb Badje Rame Lorraine Beger Columbus Row Carol Becher Rita Ful Corrine Cave Marshall Melson Deanna Ryba Randy Bede Steelers Fred Keonhand Gary Math Sam Hellbusel Darrell Osten Teen Cox Leonhard Ray Brockeyell Len Smith Horacek Insurance Gary Smuth Columbus Bowl Tom Tiley Bill Anson John Rentschler Marela Stepanek Barb Barrie Triple W Eam Bane

Felt Forum Bouts Set at Madison Square Garden

Edwin Viruet of New York will meet Sacul Mamby of New York and George Woster of New York will fight Jose Marquex of the Dominican Republic December 3 at Madison Square Garden Fell Forum in New York.

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Scotus Central Catholic Honors 34 Football Monograms

Scotus Central Catholic announces 34 varsity monograms for the 1964 season under Coach Jim Puetz. Thirty four players earned letters including 15 seniors, 12 juniors, and seven sophomores. Standouts: Dan Breck Dan Briggs Frank Mielak Rick Peterson Tom Jicha Steve Abbott Ted Wieser Brians Nadower tal, and Tom Zahawa. The Shamrocks won the National Division title in the conference, with key stats led by Peterson 124 tackles and Briggs 1189 total offense and 54 points. The team posted losses to Lakeview and Omaha Cathedral in postseason play.

Brians Nad Owertal Briggs Ted Wieser Frank’ Mielak Tom Zahawa Dan Brock Brank Mielak Dan Begs Rick Peterson Tom Dich Steve Abbott Dave Korger Ken Bonk Larry Mritz Dave Melliger Mark Keller Darold Nosal Bob Golden Terry Uyland Jin Brock Bob Shonka Dave Steiner Joe AcMeekin Randy Bogus Steve Wolpert Fom Reilly Pudzon Ile Green Frank Spencers Dale Heth Vern Younger

Crossroads champ Shelby tops all conference list

Crossroads standout Shelby leads the all conference picks with four players on offense and defense. Offensive selections include Doug Hopwood and Bob Fletcher with defensive honors going to Bob Glatter and Fletcher. Honorable mentions include Jerome Toester and Steve Geis among others, as final standings list Shelby at 9-0.

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Sooners and Huskers Meet in High Stakes Thanksgiving Showdown

Nebraska coach Bob Devaney and Oklahoma’s Chuck Fairbanks, former mentor and pupil, prepare for a nationally televised clash on Thanksgiving Day. Both teams trail No. 1 Nebraska and No. 2 Oklahoma in a bid to showcase their power, with Devaney wary of Fairbanks’s potent wishbone offense as Nebraska faces Alabama in the Orange Bowl.

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Jerry Krocker Leads 20th Century Bowling Standings

Jerry Krocker tops the 20th Century League at Boulevard Lanes with a 213 game and 802 series. Hiway 3 Tavern rolled an 848 game and Gibson's a 2424 series. Marty Kresha and Dave Puprocki posted 200 and 2M games respectively.

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Louisiana Tech to face Eastern Michigan in Pioneer Bowl

Louisiana Tech, tied for the Southland Conference lead at 8-2, accepted an invitation to play Eastern Michigan in the Pioneer Bowl on December 1 in Wichita Falls, Texas.

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Genoa eyeing repeat as District champions in 7L-72 season

Genoa coach Byron Sutton seeks three new starters after last season’s district title. Key graduates include Fred Carnahan 17 PPG all conference, Bill Berlin 233 rebounds, and John Street strong defender. Returning include Koziol 61 and Fisher 62, each about 12 PPG, plus several lettermen. Schedule features December through February games and a Holiday Tournament at David City.

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Jim Schwartz Tops Thunderbolt League at Boulevard Lanes

Jim Schwartz leads the Thunderbolt League at Boulevard Lanes with a 232 game as BC Construction tops team standings with a 921 single and 2,663 series. Spearheading event leaders include Jo Sokol 258 and Elaine Mossman 618, while Rusty Hebels claim 823 and 2,351 for Rusty’s Hebels.

Jim Schwartz Boulevard Lanes BC Construction Gayle Mueller Lowell Brock Richard Robak Emil Staroscik Adam Tarcson Jack Sokol Ken Alt Pete Weiser Bill Kirtenbach Derry Paprocki Schwarlé Chuck Kurtenbach Jo Sokol Elaine Mossman Rusty Hebels Marlene Becher Mary Ann Lehr Helen Campbell Gene Iverson Joe Terup Sal Sue Is Russ Wippers George Davidshofer Turyp

Local quintet leads opening weekend of Platte Valley Bowling

Leonhard Conoco quintet of Columbus posts a scratch 2715 and 3072 total in the first weekend of the 20th Men's Platte Valley Tournament at Columbus Bowl. P and F Farm Supply of O'Neill sits second with 3012, followed by Columbus Bowl Classic League and others. Doubles leaders are Ray Christensen and Galen Anderson of Randolph with 1202 scratch and 1343 total. singles leader Gary Badie of Columbus scores 639 and 686 with handicap. Tournament continues four more weekends, contact Harry Carlson at the Bowl.

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