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Newspaper

Mexico Ledger

Location

Mexico, Missouri, United States of America

Date

Aug 31, 1970

Page

11

Popplewell Drives Colorado Toward Big Eight Title

Colorado coach Eddie Crowder confirms Popplewell will center the offense in the multiple-T setup. The 240 pound Kansas City native, praised as Colorado history’s finest center, leads a veteran line with Matsen Fusiek Kralicek Havig and Dalporto. Sophomore Thomas shows promise as a ball carrier. Crowder projects a potent offense and a strong defense led by Orvis, Stearns, and a deep squad aiming for conference glory.

Boulder Colo Welsh Popplewell Wand Ron Rieger Popplewell Volunt Rieger Junior Teered John Bob Anderson Crowder Alhave Colorado Eddie Crowder Pop Raytown Bob Matsen Jim Phillips Edli Fusiek Bill Kralicek Dennis Havig Reeceiver Steve DalPorto Cliff Branch Jim Bratten Ware & Sn Llu Larry Thomas Herb Orvis Orvis John Stearng Bill Blanchard Rick Ogle Phil Irwin Pat Murphy Brian Foster Jim Cooch Carl Taibi Dave Capra Rich Varnai Stearns

Colts file suit to use Memorial Stadium for Sept game

The Baltimore Circuit Court is asked to allow the Baltimore Colts to use Memorial Stadium for a Sept 28 NFL game against the Kansas City Chiefs. The suit claims the city Park Board contract entitles stadium use and cites Orioles schedule conflicts and a 3 p.m. field-ready deadline. Defendants include the Orioles president and mayor.

Baltimore Baltimore Colts Memorial Stadium van Winermane Wes Colts City Park Board Baltimore Orioles Presidett Jerold C. Hoffberger Thomas D’alesandro TI

Baseball Standings and Results Roundup for Week End

The column lists league standings with wins and losses for teams such as New York, Baltimore, Chicago, and Oakland. It also details Saturday and Sunday game results including Baltimore 6 Milwaukee 1 and San Francisco 10 Pittsburgh 3, plus Monday and Tuesday matchups across divisions.

U S Retains Davis Cup in Doubles Victory

The United States won the Davis Cup after Stan Smith and Bob Lutz defeated Wilhelm Bungert and Christian Kuhnke 6 3 7 5 6 4 in doubles. The Germans urged a longer rest between rounds, while Ed Turville defended the two week gap as sufficient.

Cleveland United States Ferdinand Henkel Iitter Stan Smith Bob Lutz Wilhem Bumgert Christian Kuhnke Henkel Ed Turville St. Petersburg Fila Turville Arthur Ashe Jr Richmond Kuhnke Cliff Richey San Angelo Tex Bungert Australia Lutz and Smith Southern Cal Lutz U.S

Exhibition Football Results Across Games

Western teams Westy Pittsburgh beat the Giants 21 to 6 while Washington defeated Buffalo 27 to 0. Miami edged Baltimore 20 to 13 and New Orleans won 26 to 20 over Boston. Cincinnati 31 beat Cleveland 24, Houston 37 over Dallas 21, Atlanta 22 against Kansas City 17, Los Angeles 16 topped San Diego 14, St Louis 24 beat Chicago 3, San Francisco 23 over Denver 7. Sunday's results included Green Bay 37 over Oakland 7, Minnesota 52 defeating the Jets 21, and Francisco 62 beat Pittsburgh 3.

Oa Li Pet Baltimore New York W. L. Pet Detroit Pittsburgh Boston Chicago Cleveland Washa Philaphia Minnesota Montreal California Oakland Cincinnati Kansas City Los Angeles Milwaukee San Fran Atlanta Houston San Diego Washington Kaw City San Francisco Pittsby Philadelphia Washington Kings St. Louis Cleveland Dunning Cox Cuellar Bahnsen Koosman Lolich Lewis Briles Culp Cincinnat Ersgay N.Y. Giants Buffalo Miami New Orleans Dallas Denver Green Bay N.Y. Jets Francisco

Rams Defense Key to 1970 Rams Season Story

Los Angeles Rams coach George Allen stresses a veteran defense as the team chases improvement after a 1969 season highlighted by quarterback Roman Gabriel. Key linemen Deacon Jones Merlin Olsen Coy Bacon Diron Talbert and linebackers Pottios and Reynolds pace the unit, with trade additions boosting the secondary. Offensive questions center on running backs Larry Smith and Les Josephson while receivers Snow Tucker and Klein offer depth. Gabriel is coming off a strong 1969 year.

LOS Angeles Roman Gabriel Los Angeles Rams George Allen Allen Eddie Meador Maxie Baughan Gabriel Minnesota Vikings Dallas Rams Merlin Olsen Deacon’ Jones Coy Bacon Diron Talbert Rick Gash Jack Pardee Dough Woodlief Jim Purnell John Pergine Myron Pottios Jack Reynolds UCLA Kermit Alexander San Francisco Bruce Gossett Alvin Haymond Ace Clancy Williams Ron Smith Willie Daniel Larry Smith Florida Les Josephson Tom Josephson Jim Thomas Canada Jack Snow Wendell Tucker Bill Truax Bob Klein Jim Seymour Notre Dame Convision

Mexico Ledger Ledgered News Brief

The Aug 31 1270 issue of Mexico MQ ledger page reports brief civic notes and local notices from the municipality, listing community updates and small items of public interest in a concise column.

Mexico

Razorbacks Eye Texas Clash In Final 1970 Preview

Arkansas seniors led by Bill Montgomery Bill Burnett and Chuck Dicus prepare for a season finale showdown with Texas after a 9 1 record last year The Razorbacks boast strong offense led by Montgomery Burnett and Dicus while defense seeks depth in the secondary as graduation claims key linemen and Brand Dossey and Stankovich.

Fayetteville, Ark Arkansas Texas Longhorns Abc-Tv Dicus Berry Maware Weuver Bill Montgomery James Kersey Bill Burnett Chuck Dicus Bruce James Rick Kersey Dick Bumpas Jerry Moore Mike Boschetti Montgomery Burnett Dieus John Rees Pat Morrison Razorbacks Broyles Rodney Brand Jerry Dosseyl Bob Stankovich Mervin Johnson

Dove Season Opens At Sunrise Opens In Aldrain County

State conservation agent Gene Baldwin reminded hunters as dove season opens tomorrow. Shooting hours run from half an hour before sunrise to sunset daily through October. Daily bag limit is 10 birds with a 2 possession limit of 20. Shotguns must fire no more than three shells before reloading. Hunters must recover all crippled or dead birds to avoid prosecution under Wanton Waste statutes.

Aldrain County Gene Baldwin

Optimists Have Bye At Tourney At Khoury Park

The Defending Champion Optimists drew a first round bye while three other games start Tuesday at Khoury Park Civic Club slow pitch tournament. At 6 30 p m Jaycees meet Kiwanis on diamond one and American Legion face Rotary on diamond two. Moose clash Knights of Columbus at 8 on diamond one. Winners and losers meet Wednesday, with semi finals Thursday and finals Friday.

Civic Club Khoury Park Jaycees Kiwanis American Legion Rotary The Moose Knights of Columbus

Krueger Knocks Out Opponent in San Antonio Bout

Terry Krueger, 189, of San Antonio, knocked out kame de Abrajar, 182, of West Africa, in a bout held in San Antonio. The brief report notes the surprising outcome with minimal details.

San Antonio Tex Terry Krueger Kame de Abrajar West Africa

St Marys To Try Grid Campaign

St Marys University in San Antonio resumes football after a hiatus since 1941. The 1916 West Point graduate who headed the program is remembered through contributors including Mrs Dwight D Eisenhower. Practice began for the season opener September 12 against Northwood Institute with four more games set, and the program is coached and run by students.

San Antonio

Cardinals Sweep Dodgers as Carlton Shines

St Louis gains in NL East with a 2-1 win over Los Angeles. Steve Carlton tossed a three-hitter for his seventh win, while Leron Lee hit a two run homer. Dodgers suffer, 31-85 at home, Walter Alston laments poor hitting before four game set with Mets.

LOS Angeles Sts. Louis Red Schoendienst Cardinal Walter Alston Dodgers Cardinals Leron Lee Steve Carlton Schoendienst Pittsburgh St. Louis New York Mets Nelson Briles New York Jerry Koosman Carlton Hig Lee Jose Cardenal Andy Kosco Sandy Vance Cardenal Vance Bill Russell Alston

Nichols Uses Old Putter To Win Dow Jones Classic

Dan Sikes tied for the lead before Nichols captured the Dow Jones Open at Upper Montclair Country Club. Nichols used a battered old putter to seal a 69 on Sunday and a 276 total, earning $60,009 and his first tour victory in years. Harris, who led late, finished one stroke back as Labron Harris and other notables trailed.

Nichols Hanks Labron Harris Mous GI Lacus Nich John. Miller Larry Hinson Ols Jack Nicklaus Harris

Falcons edge Chiefs in pre season opener at home

Atlanta coach Van Brocklin praised a strong weekend after the Falcons beat Kansas City 22 17 in their first preseason game. Wayne's Wayne O'Neil limited New Jersey in a championship context while Shaver and Fantau delivered key plays. Penalties marred the contest but the Falcons showed resilience as roster cuts loom.

Atlanta, Ga Santa Falcons Falcons Williamsport van Brocklin Vic Wayne Tory Kansas City Chiefs Karen New Jersey Bill Vanderygt Steve O'Neil Wil Campbell Calif Waynelt Mike Fantau Dave ‘Shaver Shaver O'Neil Wal Lleyfield Que Peck Seine Wanta Chiefs van Brockin

Kansan Places At Can-Am Can-Am finishers earn cash at Elkhart Lake

Gary Wilson of Towanda Kansas finished fourth in the 200 mile Can-Am Canadi an American Challenge Cup at Elkhart Lake Wisconsin driving a Lola T-163 for 5850 dollars. He also placed eighth in the top 10 drivers with 24 points. Dick Durant of Hazelwood Missouri also drove a Lola T-163 and finished ninth for 2100 dollars.

Elkhart Lake Wis Gary Wilson Towanda Kan Wilson Dick Durant Hazelwood Durant

Yesterday's Stars in baseball by the Associated Press

Jim Wynn of Houston starred in a 9-5 win over the New York Mets, collecting two homers two singles and a bases loaded walk driving in five runs for the Astros in yesterday's action.

Associated Press Jim Wynn Astros Houston New York Mets

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