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Newspaper

La Crosse Tribune

Location

La Crosse, Wisconsin, United States of America

Date

May 08, 1971

Page

5

Indians Split Twin Bill With Superior 4-2, 2-1

La Crosse State University moved into the lead in the Wisconsin State University Conference after a doubleheader split with Superior at Memorial Field. The Indians lost 4-2 in 12 innings, then won 2-1 behind pitcher Jerry Augustine. Oshkosh also dropped a twin bill to Stevens Point, leaving La Crosse 8-2 and Oshkosh 6-2 in the standings.

Bob Lamb la Crosse Tribune Stevens Point Superior la Crosse State University Wisconsin State University Memorial Field Indians Jerry Augustine Oshkosh Titans la Crosse Bill Chuck Sedevie Tom Federle LCU Roger Buswell Frank Millenzi Jerry Henley Federle Buswell Bob Mell Mike Lalor Sherm Erickson Augustine Millenzi Henley Millonzi Mell Steigerwald Bergman Bill Terry Oshkosh i

West Salem golfers win Coulee meet at Arcadia Country Club

West Salem clinched first in a Coulee conference golf meet at Arcadia Country Club. Gary Groth shot 35 to tie medalist with Tim Morris 36 and Jim May 39 for the Panthers who beat Onalaska by five strokes, 150 to 155.

West Salem Panther Arcadia Country Club Gary Groth Salem Tim Morris Jim May Panthers Onalaska Tim Skogen Hilltoppers Groth Tom Woychik Arcadia Mark Downer Bangor Tim Turnbull Paul Williamson Orrie Elstad Gale-Ettrick Scott Gikling Holmen

Wolfe Runs 739 Honor Count in South Lanes League

Dave Wolfe posted a 739 in the Keg Bar Straightaway League at South Lanes, following a 705 the previous night. He rang up 28 strikes and 7 spares in a 28th frame surge, second highest area series this year, as Bob Engelbrecht led other top scores with 646.

Dave Wolfe Wolfe Bob Engelbrecht Gary Manninger Bill Bur

Canadiens' Coach Vows Home Cup Victory Over Hawks

Montreal coach Al MacNeil pledges a must win at home as the Canadiens aim to even the Stanley Cup finals with the Chicago Black Hawks. Chicago already leads 2-1 in the series after two Chicago wins and a late second period rally. Pit Martin, injure-doubtful, may return for Sunday’s CBS telecast as Montreal fights to stay alive.

Canadiens al MacNeil Associated Press Montreal Montreal Canadiens MacNeil Chicago Black Hawks Hawks Chicago New York Rangers Jim Pappin Lou Angotti Pit Martin CBSTV

Arcadia Wins Relays at Holmen in Track Records

Arcadia dominated the Holmen Relays placing first with 70 points, while seven records fell and Trempealeau, West Salem, Kickapoo, and others set marks. Arcadia claimed two records in the 440 relay and the discus relay and set a relay best in the long jump relay. West Salem led open finishes with 47 points, and Holmen hosted strong showings, but Arcadia topped the field by distanced margins.

Holmen Wis Arcadia Kickapoo Heaves la Crescent Gale-Ettrick West Salem Trempealeau Gale Ettrick Onalaska Brookwood Durand Westby Alma Taylor Independence Cochrane-Fountain City Ron Bureggan Gary Thill Jaff Hayter Ran Thill Paul Promchinski Jim Reedy Bob Smith Gabby Pahler Curtis Krause Duane Osley Dave Johnson Gary Schmitt Jim Zellmer Dennis Wee Steve Brauer John Zellmer Jeff Geary Erol Wilson Bob Sanford Brad McCauley Bill O'Brien Jay Flury Rollie Slady Chuck Giebel Tom Prochowicz Dan Ryan John Koch Harold Egge Errol Wilson Dan Bureggan Dan Thill Ken Harris Rick Luft Tom Severson Jerry von Arx Richard Ser

Logan golfers fall to Central in 162-180 dual

Central Logan golfers defeated Logan 162 to 180 at the Coulee Golf Bowl. Dave Griesel and Paul Robinson shared medalist honors with 40s, followed by Hutson and Davis with 41s. Thorson led Logan with 44, Hafner and Rohrer 45s, Harris 46 as Logan seeks a comeback in a Whitehall quadrangular.

la Crosse Central Logan Red Raiders Coulee Dave Griesel Paul Robinson Mike Hutson Phil Davis Randy Thorson Rangers Tom Hafner Rod Rohrer Reed Harris

Knicks Trade Pivotal Cazzie Russell for Lucas

New York Knicks send 6-5 Cazzie Russell to San Francisco for 6-8 Jerry Lucas in a straight deal. Russell, Michigan alum and clutch shooter, helped Knicks win the 1970 title but wrist injuries hampered him. Lucas, Ohio State star and eight-year veteran, can play center, addressing backstop needs with Willis Reed plagued by knee and shoulder issues.

Associated Press NEW York New York Knicks National Basketball Association Cazzie Russell San Francisco Warriors Jerry Lucas Russell Michigan Lucas Ohio State Knicks Red Holzman Cazzie Willis Reed Pable Cincinnati San Francisco Jim King Billy Turner

Defense Keys Colonels Win to Take 2-1 Lead

Kentucky Colonel coach Frank Ramsey predicted defense would decide the series and his squad delivered by halting Utah inside scoring to win 116-110 before 12,337 in Louisville. Beaty was held to 13 points while Wise led Utah with 29 as Dampier and Carrier added 25 and 23 for Kentucky, with Issel contributing 24.

Louisville Kentucky Frank Ramsey Ramsey Colonels Utah Louie Dampier Merv Jackson Red Robbins Zelmo Beaty Willie Wise Darel Carrier Dampier Dan Issel NBA Beaty

Gopher Sports Facing Bankruptcy and Appeals for Help

The Minnesota Gophers face a $1.75 million budget for 11 sports and seek aid from the St. Paul and Minneapolis Minute Men to sell season football tickets. Pro expositions include NFL and NBA exhibition games at Memorial Stadium and Williams Arena, while athletic director March Ryman and coach Murray Warmath urge support to avoid cutbacks.

Minneapolis, Minn Minnesota Gophers Gophers Minnesota Vikings New En Gland Ryman Murray Warmath Warmath

Six Coaches Named To Bucks Camp Staff At Stevens Point

STEVENS POINT Wis AP six high school coaches were named to the Milwaukee Bucks basketball camp staff to be held at Stevens Point State University in June. Camp director Bob Krueger is joined by Dick Bennett Jack Cepak Fritz Kestley Jim Lind Doug Martin and Bob Olsen. Several Bucks players will also participate in the camp.

Stevens Point Wis Milwaukee Bucks Stevens Point State University Bob Krueger Dick Bennett New London Jack Cepak Wisconsin Rapids Fritz Kestley Pulaski Jim Lind Doug Martin Wausau West Bob Olsen Wisconsin Rapids Assumption The Bucks

Carroll Linksters Lead CCIW Tourney Day One

Carroll sits three strokes ahead of Millikin at 308 after opening round of the CCIW golf tournament in Kenosha Wisconsin Greg Arend of Elmhurst shot a 73 one over par to lead individuals North Central is third at 323 Elmhurst 325 Augustana 329 Illinois Wesleyan 331 Carthage 333 Wheaton 342 North Park 363

Kenosha Wis Carroll Millikin

Nine Free Agents Sign With Vikes

Nine free agents have signed contracts with the Minnesota Vikings and will try out at the NFL team’s training camp in Mankato State next July. Key signings include Missouri guard Mike Carroll, a 1970 eighth draft pick, plus Ed Coleman of Parsons Iowa, Chuck Corle of South Dakota State, Roger Gill of South Dakota, Jim Bruton of Minnesota, Doug Roalstad of Minnesota, Jack Schultz of Stanford, Tommy Walls of Eastern Michigan, and Robert Ells of Macalester.

ST. Paul - Minneapolis Minnesota Vikings Mankato State Mike Carroll Missouri Ed Coleman Parsons Iowa Chuck Corle South Dakota State Roger Gill South Dakota Jim Bruton Minnesota Doug Roalstad Jack Schultz Stanford Tommy Walls Eastern Michigan Robert Ells Macalester

Coody Leads Byron Nelson Classic as Masters Rabbit

Texan Charles Coody starts third round with a two shot edge at five under par 135 after a 66 at Preston Trail. He shares the halfway lead with Jerry McGee Bob Stone Ed Sneed Howie Johnson and Chi Chi Rodriguez as Lee Trevino sits one stroke back at 138. Jack Nicklaus and Arnold Palmer remain in contention at even par 140 and 141 respectively after rounds that kept the event tight.

Mike Cochran Dallas Tex Charles Coody Preston Trail Lnto Jerry McGeeland Bob Stone Ed Sneed Howie Johnson Chi Chi Rodriguez Lee Trevino Sneed Johnson Rodriguez Jack Nicklaus Arnold Palmer Nicklaus Palmer

Wisconsin 9 Stuns Gophers in Big Ten Swing

Wisconsin swept Minnesota in a Friday doubleheader 4-1 and 3-0 to cripple the Gophers title hopes as Michigan State led the standings at 5-1 with Illinois 5-3. Lon Gallihurled a five hitter and Jim Enlunds pitched a seven hit shutout for the Badgers, driving in two runs.

Chicago Minnesota Wisconsin Badgers Gophers Northwestern Iowa Michigan State Ohio State Michigan Indiana Illinois Purdue Lon Galli Jim Enlunds Galli

Bowling Sports Bowl Scratch Standouts Across Venues

High series 2827 and high game 975 lead Sloopy’s totals with Jim Thompson 594 and John Jamesson 590 among top individuals. Bohemian Hall and Casey’s Skelly also post dominant scores in their leagues, while multiple clubs report standout high series and high single performances across Sunset and Sparta venues.

Sloopy Jim Thompson John Jamesson Mike Faas Bob Hembd Dick Rogers Everett Ross Gary Knutson Starlite Sam

Capture Some Bright Ideas booklet at Johnson's

Free color booklet available at JOHNSON'S 315 Fifth Avenue So. containing room settings and wall coverings. Visit showroom to view full color layouts under natural daylight and collect your copy while supplies last. No obligation to buy. booklet designed to inspire room design ideas.

Coolor Johnson’s Fifth Avenue

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