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Newspaper

Columbus Telegram

Location

Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Oct 20, 1973

Page

5

Scotus Edges Schuyler In High-Scoring Football Thriller

Scotus beats Schuyler 14 7 in a dramatic late game after trading scores. Dan Martin and Greg Grubaugh spearheaded the Shamrocks as John Tot directed a balanced offense and Dan Steiner supplied pivotal kicks and receptions in a chaotic contest. The win extends Scotus’s winning streak to six.

Schuyler Milan Suinioveries Scorting Scotus Ode Dan Martin McMeekin Don Krac John Dufek Dufek Greg Grobaugh John Toof

Mets Seaver or Stone To Face Hunter In Oakland

Oakland seeks an offensive spark at home as Seaver or Stone may start Game Six versus Hunter in a World Series shift. The Mets hold a 3-1 lead after two wins at Shea, led by strong pitching and a 21- run edge, while Berra keeps Seaver ready for a potential sixth or seventh game.

Oakland California Oakland A's New York Mets Yogi Berra A's Shea Stadium Tug McGraw A’s Berra Oaklan Annoving Bile Jim Catfish Hunter Ken Holtzman Yogi Om Seaver Seaver George Stone

Weekend Sports Calendar Brings Mets Seaver Awaiting Crown

The weekend preview highlights the Mets and A's as pitching stars, with Seaver set to take the hill for the Mets in a bid to claim the crown after a winter of strong pitching and defensive play. If today underwhelms, Matlack looms for Sunday in a potential swing for the title. Local notes follow on North Dakota and neighboring states detailing weather, waterfowl movements, habitat changes, and crane sightings.

Mets Tom Seaver A's Faven Clark Salyer Tewaukon Neuraska Platte River Kansas Jask Quiverla Refuge

Howells Beats Clarkson in Football Rout

Howells football team scored in every quarter to defeat Clarkson 21 5 Friday night. Clarkson safety Roger Kucera scored on a yard rush and added the extra point. Frank Podany 57 yard run followed a Clarkson fumble, Curtis Siik to Jim Travnicek for a two point, Sirik to Rick Cevic for a 42 yard pass from Dave Blum, and Blum with another two point score. Lech downs added two more short runs and a 42 yard pass to Tom Huedorf. Blum again with a two point conversion. Clarkson travels to Leigh on Wednesday October 24. Kucera was taken to Schuyler Memorial Hospital with a back injury.

Ray Gattermeyer Scotus Catholic Schuyler Rat Rith Yielorys Jim Paets Solfax County Scotus Row Columbus Schnyler Shamrock Seotus Land Jing Sentus John Tot Bback Tim Thomas Ccontest Dan Martin Joe McMeckin Iso Seatus Dan Steiner Dave Steiner Ynomas Muncuity Pigskin Warriors Thomas Martin BeMeckin Gene Hunling Fors Cae Ken Heouda Seoukus Shaniack John Dufek Don Kracl Dufek Scalus Marlin Toot Greg Grubaugh Howells Clarkson Roger Kucera Frank Podany Curtis Siik Jim Travnicek Sirik Rick Cevic Dave Blum Dave Prusa Blu Blum Tom Huedorf Leigh Schuyler Memorial Hospital

Rising City Grinds Out Narrow Rally Win Over Gresham

Rising City defense and a late surge lift the hosts to a 28-27 thriller over Gresham in Crossroads Conference action. Greg Asherman stars for Gresham with four touchdowns, while Rising City answers in the fourth quarter with two TDs, including lengthy runs and a late scoring pass. Osborn and Jana add rushing touchdowns for Rising City as the comeback clinches the win.

Rising City Gresham Greg Asherman Tim Eklund Scott Pohl Oan Eklund Doug Brant Aerial Terriers Greshin Doug Osborn Dan Jana Osborn Janak Blund Janak- Marie Selden

Shelby Navy Huskies trounce Monroe 34 2 in Crossroads clash

Shelby dominates every quarter, 34 to 2, as Brian Hopwood starts Shelby scoring with five passes from Munk Grassnicklaus on Blitz plays. Katy Perry adds a 1 yard punt return and Thocky Augustine 3 yard run. Rocky Augustine and Mark Mapwood star on defense as Monroe struggles to 5-2 record.

Shelby Monro Brian Hopwood Bve Munk Grassnicklaus Katy Perry Huskies Thocky Augustine Ame Roger Houdersheldt Hippy Bn Grossnicklaus Perry Rocky Augustine Mark Mapwood Muskies Marquelle Marnree Steve Urkoski Urkoski Tin Tiaden Rich Kummer Randy Bitter Andy Titler Monroe Mustangs Tising City

Ralston routs Discoverers 60 in Friday football clash

Ralston footballers overwhelmed Columbus Discoverers 60 to none at Memorial Stadium. Mike Sfields to Don Mass connected for a first quarter score as the Ramblers built a 6 0 win. Columbus relied on passing, but five interceptions by Ralston’s defense halted drives. Dave McNair and Stan Gembel each snagged multiple receptions for Ralston. The setback left Columbus at 1-6 on the season.

Jeff Degn Ralston Memorial Stadiun Columbus Discoverers Mike Sfields Don Mass Discoverer Fiankle Robin Chevy Columbus Oply Tom Miller Kes Horter Dave McNair Stan Gembel Wilde Orhee Beardee Ralston Todd Discoverers Hallest Fremont Gel Ralston Mike Shield Cal

Grid scores collage football roundup by AP

AP grid scores from a collage football slate show Houston 30 over Miami Ita 7. Other games include Millard 20 over Fremont and South Sioux City 33, Bealrive 7 over Dodge 37, Beemer 0, Omaha Tech 1 over Omaha Hume mel 1, Omaha Westside 32 over Omaha Burke 23, Elmwood 16 over New Valley Neligh 36, Crofton 35 over St Edward 38, Palmer 0, Hamparey St Francis 27 over Oakland-Craig 12, Ditearwater 26 over Petersbury 2, Hartington 8 over Wasau, Plainview 5 over Randolph 42, Winnebago over J.

Associated Press Millard Fremont & South Sioux City Bealrive Dodge Beemer Omaha ‘Tech Omaha Humemel Omaha Westside Omahi Burke Elmwood New's Valley Neligh Crofton St. Edward Palmer Hamparey St. Francis Oakland-Craig Ditearwater Petersbury Hartington Wasau Plainview Randolph Omer Winnebago

Artificial turf debate prompts safety standards and hearings

The Consumer Product Safety Commission said evidence for turf injuries is weak and rejected the NFL Players Association bid to halt new turf installations. The commission may push mandatory standards and hold public hearings on football safety while noting turf is widely used at schools and pro venues.

Consumer Products Safety Commission National Football League Players Association Players’ Association Beet Monsanto Co

Albion Upsets Central City in Tight Conference Showdown

Albion shocks Central City 7 to 4 as QB Dewey Sebrad connects five yard pass to Kurt Shepherd for a touchdown and Steve Johnson adds the extra point. Central City replies with Mark Danky field goal. five interceptions and a Kinney kickoff return fuel Albion's upset bid and keep title hopes alive.

Alieon — Mbini Warler Centeed City Cardinals Isen Jearl Ord Jad Ron Lang Schuyler Albion Dewey Sebrad Kurt Shepherd Steve Johnson Central City Mark Danky Keant Kirk Kinney

Beavers rout Palmer 38 to 0 in home victory

The Beavers shut out Palmer 38-0 at Beaver Field on October 21. Steve Johnson scored on a 24 yard run early, Chuck Micek added a yard TD later, and Wathen contributed with multiple rushing plays and punts. The defense limited Palmer, preserving an undefeated streak.

Edwand Beaver Field Coldenrad Beavers Steve Johnsin Reb Wathen Porter Wathen Tnother Chuck Micek Kenny Ih

Lakeview Vikings rally past Wayne in 15-12 thriller

Lakeview, 3-0-1 in the West, overcame a 12-0 deficit to beat Wayne 15-12 at Viking Stadium. Jim Pillen sparked the offense with two key TD runs and a late quarterback sneak. Wayne, held to 16 rushing yards, falls to 2-1-1 as Lakeview seizes the conference lead.

Mielury Vikings Wayne Ver Pillen Hain Lutyens Mubte Ror Hoops Pile Anyment Vern Fittie Doug Inselman Mike Jarosz Chuck Brockman Jeff Lamp Mike Dunklan Dick Mitchell Larry Creighton Lakeview Pilsen Scheuse Nasker Stanton

Fullerton Triumphs Over Cedar Rapids in Homecoming

Kevin Welpvick's touchdown and runs of nine and one half yards sparked Fullerton to a 19 12 homecoming victory over Cedar Rapids Friday night. LeRoy Zarubia connected on a 40 yard pass to Pat Zaruba for another score, Jim Davis added the extra point. Cedar Rapids answered with a one yard run by Marty Stobinson and a three yard run by Jin Langan.

Fullerton Kevin Welpvick Lomecoming Cedar Rapids LeRoy Zarubiao Pat Zaruba Jim Davis Marty Stobinson Jin Langan

Platte College seals NJCAC cross country crown with strong finish

North Platte Platte College defended the NJCAC title as Ron Gallows led the field with a 21 40, with Mark Dalmore third and Brad Widerhoot in 6th. Coach Ron Suggs noted illness hampered some runners but praised the team’s depth and win. Platte eyes Region 9 and nationals with improved form in weeks ahead.

North Platte Gang Dremise Ce Teamamile George ix A Bio Rich Rade Brad Menken Platte Pon Sf Nos Jith Bedds Ane Ranely Feent Ron Gallows Ogallala Mark Dalmore Mel Everhart Tamly Rashy Nebrosky Brad Widerhoot Ron Suggs Sterling Colo Happy Platte Ayenter Prowett Thomas

Osceola blanked Silver Creek in homecoming win

Osceola defeated Silver Creek 13 to 0 in Goldenrod Conference play. Mitch Coffin scored on an eight yard run for a 7 0 lead in the third, Steve Carlson added the extra point, and Mike Smith sealed the victory with a five yard run in the fourth. Coffin starred with about 12 rushing yards on the night. The Bulldogs travel to Polk next Friday.

Oschol Osceola Silver Creek Bulldogs Goldenrod Mitch Coffin Steve Carlson Witl Mike Smith Coffin Polk

Huskers and Jayhawkers Meet in Lincoln Clash Soon

Nebraska prepares for a Big 12 showdown with Kansas as the Jayhawkers travel to Memorial Stadium for a 1 30 p.m. kickoff. Key players include Kansas quarterback David Jaynes and Nebraska’s Dive Tainte of Nel with both teams boasting notable passing and rushing efforts.

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