Huskers rout Ducks as Tagge, Brownson lead Nebraska
Nebraska rolled past Oregon 34 to 7 to extend its undefeated streak to 20 as quarterback Dave Tagge and backup Van Brownson directed the Cornhuskers. Gary Dixon and Randy Butts scored, while Oregon’s Dan Fouts was contained by a tough Nebraska defense. Attendance stood at 67,437.
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van Brownsan
Oregon
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Beth
Gary Dixon
Dan Fouts
Fouts
Cornhusker
Bruce Mason
Jim Anderson
Southern California
Bobby Moore
Jeff Kinney
Randy Butts
Pro football preseason ends as rosters trimmed
United Press International reports the NFL exhibition season ends with final cuts looming at 4 p.m. EST. Detroit crushed Philadelphia 49-10, Pittsburgh topped the Giants 20-3, Houston beat New Orleans 24-17, and Chicago downed Denver 33-17. Lions' Landry returned with four TDs, Steelers beat Giants on a Fuqua TD, as teams prepare for opening games and waiver moves.
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New Orleans
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Greg Landry
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Mel Farr
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Crate Cotton
Pete Liske
Gary Ballman
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Preston Pearson
Roy Gerela
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Morgan State
Engels capture title in Columbus Bowl doubles event
George Engels and Barb Engel won the Sunday match at Columbus Bowl with a 589 scratch, plus 96 handicap. Harold and Eleanore Scholly totaled 634 on 538 scratch and 96 handicap, with several pairs following. High games included 250 by the Engels and 214 by the Wiessers, while the jackpot top was 421 by Darrell Janssen and Marlene Korte.
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George Aiw
Barb Engel
Columbus Bowl
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Harold
Eleanore Scholly
Pat Worden
Karen Luschmith
Jack
Carol Zieder
Simpson
Vicki Kosiba
Darrell Janssen
Evelyn Muth
Jane Jonas on Aurora championship swim team
Mrs Sophie McDaniel of Columbus learned last week that her granddaughter Jane Jonas ten year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Clarence Jonas is on the Fitzsimmons synchronized swim team that won for the third year as age group champions in the Rocky Mountain AAU competition The Jonases live in Aurora Colorado.
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Sophie McDaniel
Columbus
Jane
Clarence. Jonas
Fitzsimmons
Jonases
Aurora
Colo
$142 Double Pays at Madison on Saturday
At Madison on Saturday a Daily Double of 142.80 was paid to Me, Fisherman and Elesa as the first two races winners. Exacta payoffs totaled 343.0 and 36.
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Revson Wins Can Am At Brainerd In Gulf McLaren
Peter Revson of New York won the 210 mile Down Brooke Can Am at Brainerd Minnesota, driving a Gulf McLaren to a 47 second victory over teammate Dennis Hulme of New Zealand. Revson earned $17,450 and 20 more points, boosting his series total to 107. Hulme remained second with 70 after three races left in the 10 race series. Al Unser won the 230 mile Governor's Cup at West Allis in a Ford Torino, passing Bobby Unser who elected not to pit.
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Roger West
Dave Strickland
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Intola
Maly
Austria
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Ifal
Carly Facet
Relsch
Baseball league leaders and standings snapshot
National League leads with Torre and Stargell among batting leaders and May and Bonds top in RBI. American League lists Killebrew and Cash among runs batted in leaders, with pitchers Jenkins Downing Seaver Wood and Palmer among strikeout and win leaders.
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Cuellar
Aaron plans two year retirement if he breaks Ruths mark
Atlanta star Hank Aaron says his pursuit of Babe Ruths home run record will not affect his plan to retire after the 1978 season. He aims for about 46 homers this year to finish roughly 8 behind Ruth, but will quit after two more years regardless of the record. He also expresses interest in baseball administration and possibly becoming a general manager, starting in the farm system.
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Atlanta
UPI
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Babe Ruth
Atlanta Braves
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Fisk University
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Art Williams
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Columbus High sweeps to 5 0 tennis mark
Columbus High extends its tennis record to five and zero after dual wins over Millard and York. Coach Scott Cowgill’s squad travels to Kearney then Fremont Invitational. Millard loss 6-3 featured four singles wins and two doubles titles by Columbus. Nelson led singles, with Schrieber Berlin Friedrichsen and others securing wins. Doubles Robinson-DeFreece and Potter-Davy posted decisive scores.
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Vernon’ Davis
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Randy DeFreece
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Paul Potter
Tim Loseke
Brad Tank
Columbus
Yorkigh
Nelson
Lehrleher
Hike Berlin
Friedrichsen
Kevin Wilke
Robinson - DeFrecce
Potter Davy
Huskers Dominate Opener Under Devaney Era
Sport Shorts notes Nebraska rolling as a powerhouse in the opener. The Huskers, under Bob Devaney, display depth and tempo, drawing 57,473 fans as they roll to a strong start and eye undefeated season prospects. Minnesota and Oregon updates follow with comparisons and rankings chatter.
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Buggi Schacher Tops in Mixed Doubles at Boulevard Lanes
Dan Buggi and Sharon Schacher won the mixed sealed doubles with a 638 handicap series at Boulevard Lanes. June results list several teams with high game marks and scores. Jenny Kula and Jim Legenza won the TV qualification match 205 to 201, earning a spot on Channel 7.
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Briles Earns Start Role As Pirates Top Expos
Nelson Briles moved from bullpen to starting rotation and pitched a six hitter to beat Montreal 4 0, extending his season record to 7 3. Pittsburgh strengthened its NL East lead over St Louis as Briles eyes a duel with the Cardinals. Other scores: San Francisco over Atlanta 6 1, St Louis 4 0 Chicago, LA 6 3 San Diego, Houston 4 2 Cincinnati, New York 4 2 Philadelphia. AL: Detroit 3 2 Boston, Minnesota 7 5 Oakland, Chicago 3 0 Kansas City, Cleveland 5 2 New York, Milwaukee 4 3 California. Washington Baltimore rainout.
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Three bowlers win Pro Am rolls at Columbus Bowl
Harold Krumland Bill Voightlander and Dodie McDonald earned spots in the Pro Am rolloff Sunday at Columbus Bowl. Voightlander posted 338 scratch with 69 handicap for 85h while Krumland had 18 scratch on 181 161 229 and Dedie topped the women with 531 scratch and 73 handicap. These qualifiers join Ardean and Sheila Stone for the October 22 Hollywood Pro Am in Lincoln. The Columbus rolloff is next Sunday at 2 pm with house roll-offs over the next three weekends at Boulevard Lanes. Columbus marks its fourth year with Pro Am entries.
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Bill Voightlander
Dodie McDonald
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Ardean
Sheila Stone
Hollywood
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