Oklahoma Surges To 17 14 Victory Over Nebraska
Oklahoma overcame a 14 point first half deficit to defeat Nebraska 17 to 14 on Thanksgiving Day. Fulcher kicked a 41 yard field goal after two earlier misses sealing the win as Oklahoma improves to 9-1 in the Big Eight, while Nebraska falls to 8-2-1. Coach Fairbanks praised his team, noting Owens stepped up with five receptions for 108 yards.
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Michigan and Ohio State set clash for Big Ten title
No. 3 Michigan at 10-0 travels to Columbus to face Ohio State in a showdown that will decide the Big Ten championship and Rose Bowl representative to Pasadena if either side wins or ties. Oklahoma also won to avenge Nebraska loss as Texas dominated Texas A&M in the Turkey Day slate. USC and Alabama idle this weekend ahead of next Saturday rematches.
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Armory Hosts Family Y Youth Basketball at Armory
The National Guard Armory will host Columbus Family basketball league games for seventh and eighth graders each Monday night to ease gym crowding. Y membership rose from about 1100 in 1969 to nearly 2600 by October, spurring this shared use with National Guard officials and Ken Newmeana Tom Shunk praising cooperation. Other activities at the Armory include a Junior Rifle Club on Wednesday, a Senior Club on Thursday, and Pioneer League practices.
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Scoring Burst at Boulevard Lanes in Centennial League
Eighteen hundred games and four 600 series were rolled at Boulevard Lanes in the Centennial League. Leon Miller led the Pick with a 240, while Mike Evans had a 645 threesome. Other notable scores included Harald Kramsland 635, Randy Kramland 63, Bob Armberger 228, and Ken Zutkoski 208. Deane's Diner posted a 995 game and Brown Derby posters a 2802 series. Jake led with 839 and 1553 in pin counts.
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Clarkson Red Devils Hoop Team Names 1972 73 Lineup
Clarkson High School announces a 1972 73 basketball roster with three year lettermen Jesse Kucera and Chuck Roggenstein joining 6 5 center and 6 guard respectively alongside sophomore Steve Navrkal 6 2 forward Curtis Svik and other returnees. Coach Ron Oswald notes limited returning experience and aims to improve outside shooting and defense while facing a tough schedule including Mid-State Tourney at Dodge and district play.
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Maroon hopes high in swim competition
Columbus High swim team aims for more records after a seven win season. Senior captains Ed Johansen and Jom Wright lead a strong roster with ten lettermen and key sophomores, chasing multiple district marks while coping with injuries and disciplinary absences. The Discoverers open at home versus Northeast on December 1.
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Huskers open basketball season in Big Eight action
Kansas City AP reports Nebraska Cornhuskers begin the 1969 70 season hosting North Texas State in Lincoln as Missouri Oklahoma State also debut on their home floors. Missouri hosts Ohio University while Oklahoma State meets Northwest Missouri State with many returning stars and key newcomers shaping the lineups.
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Reserves key to success at Lindsay school
Lindsay Holy Family cage team will rely on a reserve squad that posted 19 wins and 8 losses last season led by Gary Herchenbach a lone starter from an 8 1 season. The lineup features Dan Korus Tim Korus Roy Schumacher Terry Oberhauser and others with noted juniors John Gasper Dean Groenenthal Terry Korth Gary Schumacher. Coach Ted Hillman notes Newman Grove is improving and lists a busy schedule through February including the Mid State Conference tourney at Dodge and several games against local opponents.
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Record price for standard bred horse in 1971
Ohio cosmetics executive Vernon Godineaur paid a then record 210,090 dollars for Good Tumor Man, a standard bred feasting horse, in 1971.
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Redskins Clinch NFC East Lead With Thanksgiving Win
Washington defeated Dallas 31-10 as San Francisco beat Dallas in a Thanksgiving showcase. Spurrier starred for the 49ers in a convincing win over the Cowboys, while Detroit topped the Jets 37-20. The Redskins moved closer to securing home-field advantage in the NFC East.
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UCLA seeks 46th straight win to open season
The UCLA Bruins, defending national champions coached by Johnny Wooden, aim for their 46th consecutive victory. They open at home Saturday night against Wisconsin in the Big Ten opener, as propped by an Associated Press preseason poll. A Badger upset would echo Houston’s famed 71–69 upset years ago.
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Nine Lettermen Lead Albion High Basketball Team
Albion High School announces nine lettermen and Coach Gary Kruse for the basketball season. Veterans include Rosenbaum and Karges with Johnson the lone junior. other varsity players are Wheeler Micek Matausek Shepherd Kunzman and more. Schedule lists Dec games through Feb with nonleague and tournament dates.
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Humphrey High Announces 1972-73 Basketball Roster
Humphrey High School unveils its 1972-73 boys basketball roster led by seniors Kevin Brandt 6-4 center Bob Stuls and junior Fon Grelsen 5-11 guards with sophomore Ted Preister 6-3 forward competing for a starting berth. Coach Charles Farber cites height and speed while noting the team must show desire in upcoming schedule including holiday tourney and district play.
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Engel Leads Cornhusker League High Game And Series
George Engel posted a 244 high game and 625 series in the Cornhusker League at Columbus Bowl with 215 and 166 fills. Harry Carlson added 648 on 237 176 235, Don Gablenz 610 with 206 179 225, Creighton Anderson 631 on 194 232 205. Other 200s included Kolbosh 204 214, Karl Bensen 24, Charlie Jasper, Fred Leonhard 233, Harold Dey 210, Ervin Paben 222, Lonnie Karel 228, Gene Cole 200, Al Kuta 27. Micck Construction 926 and Yankee Clippers 2700. In Coffee Cup Ani Puckett 212 high game and 572 series. Verona Schoepf 501. Piguy Saucers 494. Coffettes 1368 series.
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