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Newspaper

Columbus Telegram

Location

Columbus, Nebraska, United States of America

Date

Oct 25, 1971

Page

4

Chiefs halt Redskins on Dawson's passing

Len Dawson despite 16 seasons and a periphery role, threw two touchdowns to Otis Taylor and a 28 yard completion to Taylor for the go ahead score as the Chiefs rallied to beat the Washington Redskins 27 20. Dawson, hit by Verlon Biggs as he released, watched the winning catch unfold. Allen’s Redskins drop to 1 1 in the conference while Dallas routed New England and other NFL results are listed.

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Rams rally to win loop title

The Rams defeat the Lions to clinch the Jaycee Midget Football League Championship as Darrell Spulak and Chris Joffman lead with scoring runs and passes. Bears also post a 25 to 13 win over the winless Colts closing out a 3 3 record.

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Casper Finally Wins Kaiser Neruayiansil Open Golf Tourny

Casper, a religious fan who handles adversity, wins the $150,000 Kaiser Neruvayiansil Open Golf Tournament. The victory relieves Jig Darden as Casper lifts a burden from his shoulders.

Wapa Ghlif UPI Tilly Casper

Detroit Receiver Dies In Last Minute Collapse

Detroit Lions wide receiver Chuck Hughes died after collapsing while returning to the huddle with 69 seconds left in the game against Chicago. The 28 year old from El Paso, Texas, caught a 32 yard pass three plays earlier and helped the Lions reach a first down before collapsing at the 11 yard line. An autopsy was planned to determine the exact cause of death.

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Swiss driver killed in Sunday race in Brands Hatch

In Brands Hatch England a Swiss driver de Silfort died after a crash during Sundays race while Jackie Stewart dominated. Spectators had been near the track during the late event raising safety concerns from last years Mexico City tragedy. The year old driver suffered fatal injuries after colliding on the long Hawthorne Bend near the 285 mile Grand Prix circuit.

Clarkson runs over Leigh with 24 point burst in win

Clarkson dominates Leigh 30 to 7 for its seventh straight win in a Parents Night affair at Leigh. Vern Mastay scores three times on runs of 3 5 and 1 yards while Gary Vavrina adds a one yard plunge. Leigh’s Ker Ehlers returns a 70 yard interception for a lone score as Clarkson’s defense stifles 4 yards rushing and 44 passing.

Leigh Clarkson Clenoy Red Devil's Leigh Club Ron Sligge Vern Mastay Gary Vavrina Jesse Kurera Steve Navrkal Ker Ehlers Anson Korte Ehlers Rick Machacek Steve Feye Neayman Panthers Mumphrey St. Francis

State game commission seeks sportsmen for quail study

Lincoln Nebraska sportsmen are urged to join a State Game Commission project to learn better quail population management. Participants will record daily hunt data including date, county, hours afield, coveys flushed, cocks and hens bagged, birds retrieved, and whether a dog was used.

Lincoln UPT State Game Commission Nebraska

Huskers Poised To Prove Strength In Top-Rated Clash

Sport Shorts notes the 7-0 Nebraska Huskers, top ranked and unbeaten, face Colorado Buffs in Lincoln. Oklahoma Sooners loom No 1 in polls as Huskers aim to quiet doubters, with strong offense and a 502-yard burst by Kansas State in preview.

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Scotus Juniors End Season With 20 0 Win Over Osceola

Scotus Junior High clinched a 20 to 0 victory over Osceola to finish the season at .500. Les Nosal led a six and a half minute drive ending with Dan Byers receiving a 10 yard TD pass from EvIn Abbott, with Martin adding the two point conversion.

Scotus Junior High Osceola Steve Jahn Scotus Les Nosal Dan Martin Martin Abbott Kinemen Force Gary Egger Bill Shanle Dave Dimple Fred Spies Ron Tlamka Tim Vai Berg Trager Fritz Marlin

Devaney to help conduct sessions at Las Vegas clinic

Bob Devaney will mentor sessions at the All American Football Coaches Clinic in Las Vegas February 12 to 17. Panelists include Ya Schembechler of Michigan Frank Broyles of Arkansas John McKay of Southern California Darrell Royal of Texas and Charlie McClendon of LSU.

Las Vegas UPI Bob Devaney Ya Schembechler Michigan Frank Wroyles Arkansas John McKay Southern California Darrell Royal Texas Charlie McCleriden Louisianna State

Huskers Dominate Cowboys In Big 12 Clash At Stillwater

Nebraska over Oklahoma State 41-18 as Kinney and Rodgers each score twice. Kinney run and pass TDs highlight Nebraska attack while OSU fights back with two late TDs by Heisman and Elliott but can't overcome the Huskers. Attendance hits 37,000 as Nebraska eyes Colorado showdown after victory.

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Nebraska Oklahoma showdown looms over Thanksgiving clash

Nebraska and Oklahoma, ranked Nos. 1 and 2, dominated Saturday action as Nebraska beat Oklahoma State 41-19 and set up a clash with Colorado. Oklahoma overwhelmed Kansas State 73-28 and faces Iowa State. Other top teams posted decisive wins.

Gary Kale UPI Nebraska Oklahoma Seluveiay Oklahoma State Colorado Kansas State Sooners Iowa State Cyclones Powerfel Michigan Minnesota Tilly Taylor Alabama Wollstan Johnny Musso Wilthe Aubin Clemson Pat Sullivan Notre Dame Southern California Edezel Garrison Trojans Georgia Kentucky Kin Braswell Bulldogs Woighih Venn State Texas Christian Lydell Mitchell Arkansas Razorbacks North Texas State Mike Saint Joe Ferguson

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