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Newspaper

Middletown Journal

Location

Middletown, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Nov 02, 1971

Page

12

Midshipmen learn by action or observation

Otto Graham praised Chuck Ealey after his 454 romp over the Redskins at Oxford on Parents Day. He noted the Rockets quarterback showed a standout performance that contrasted with what Jan Adams and John Turner did or did not do in the Toledo Miami game and prior Princeton game.

Jack Gordon Jan Adams John Turner Otto Graham Rockets Chuck Ealey Princeton Graham Oxford David Redskins

Middies Fall 24-2 as Receivers Fire Inaccurate Passes

In the Princeton game, Adams and Turner moved the Middies to the goal line with crisp passes but two interceptions near the end zone doomed them. Coach Jack Gordon said receivers were open on both plays and faster, better throws could have produced touchdowns. The final score was 24 to 2 against the Vikings.

Graham Princeton Adams Turner Jack Gordon Gordon Gladiators Vikings Middies Eric Crabtree Crabtree Bengals Denver Cincinnati Pete Brown

Muff Call Controversy Affects Early Touchdown

Middletown coach questions muff call on first quarter that nullified a Viking touchdown. He argues the ball bounced off shoulders and helmets and could have been ruled a fumble after Earl Howard forced the fumble and a Viking runner recovered and scored, but officials ruled muff and negated the score.

Gordon Middie Viking Earl Howard Middies

Middletown Middies stun GMC with lone 126-pound spark

Earl Howard nicknamed monster by Gordon has impressed Mancuso the prime Cit aton coach notes. Howard, a senior at 126 pounds, filled in after Rick Thacker's injury and became a bright spot for the Middies in a challenging GMC season.

Pat Mancusco Princeton Gordon Mancuso Howard Rick Thacker Middies

League approves Elmira franchise ownership transfer

The Class AA Eastern Baseball League approved transferring Elmira New York franchise ownership to Kenneth Horsburgh Jr and Carl Fazio. They will operate the club in 1972 under a working agreement with the Cleveland Indians and the Kansas City Royals agreed to sell.

Paolis Eastern Baseball League Elmira N.Y Cleveland Indians Roy Jackson Kansas City Royals Kenneth Horsburgh Jr Carl Fazio American League Indians

Players Rap Artificial Turf: Makers To Answer

Washington AP report notes witnesses testifying before a House Commerce and Finance subcommittee on the cost and safety of artificial turf. Dr. James Garrick cites surface benefits while urging studies on football injuries. Ed Garvey calls for a halt until answers emerge.

Washington Wr Oentes House Subcommittee On Commerce and Finance Congress James G. Garrick Division of Sports Medicine University of Washington National Football League Players Association Ed Garvey Pete Rogelle NFL

Raiders Lose Star Tackle Brown to Knee Surgery

AP reports Oakland Raiders right tackle Bob Brown underwent knee cartilage surgery in Los Angeles. Doctors say he could miss four to five weeks, potentially extending beyond seven weeks left in the season. With the Raiders tied with the Chiefs atop the division, a postseason return remains possible if he heals. Brown sustained the injury in a preseason game after missing weeks.

Arland Bown

Lions Tie Packers in Rain Slowed Game After Hughes Death

Detroit and Green Bay battled to a 14 14 tie in Milwaukee as Lions players faced emotional strain after teammate Hughes died in a game earlier in October. Four costly turnovers and a blocked field goal doomed Detroit, dropping them to 4 2 1 in the division while Minnesota led the conference.

Mike O'Brien Milwaukee Detroit Lions Nee Hughes Green Bay Packers Lions Detroit Minnesota Milwaukee County Stadium Greg Landry

Carter Returns as Bengals Start Quarterback in Week

Virgil Carter, who sparked Cincinnati to a division title, will start at quarterback Sunday after healing from a dislocated left shoulder. He last played in week two versus Green Bay, with Cincinnati mired in a six game skid.

Cincinnati Virgil Carter Cincinnati Bengals Carter Green Bay Bengals Paul Brown Starug Carter Wallace Timperman Satuday Houston

Pittman Eulogy Praises Life of Courageous Coach

Fort Worth AP reports Pittman was eulogized as a man who risked his life to be as God intended. The campus church hosted sports figures from the Southwest with Pittman’s widow Jane and his sons Alex and Brad among those viewing the service while coaching staff served as pallbearers.

Fort Worth Southwest Pittman Jane Alex Brad

Wolves Already On Ohio State

In Lancaster Ohio a billboard in Michigan colors proclaims Beat Ohio State as the rivalry heats up. Michigan and Ohio State are tied for the Big Ten lead and will meet on November 3 in Ann Arbor.

Lancaster Ohio Ohio State Michigan Ann Arbor

Fenwick JV Tops Talawanda 4 1 Victory With TD Passes

Fenwick Bulldog junior varsity quarterback Tom Bruggeman threw four touchdown passes to lead Fenwick to a 4 1 victory at Talawanda yesterday. Bruggeman connected with Paul Chase three times and Paul Murphy once for TDs, raising his season total to 10. John Balaz and Mike Smith added rushing scores as Fenwick earned their sixth win.

Raiders star Blanda field goal sent to Hall of Fame

Oakland quarterback George Blanda’s field goal Sunday to become pro football’s all time scoring leader was shipped to Canton Ohio for display in the Pro Football Hall of Fame.

Oakland Calif Oakland Raiders George Blanda Canton Ohio

Harding Clings To One-Point Lead In AP Class AAA Race

The AP Class AAA football chase tightens as Warren Harding holds a one point edge over Moeller. Marion Pleasant remains leader in Class AA and A with marginal separation over rivals.

George Strode Columbus Ohio Associated Press Cincinnati Warren Harding Marion Pleasant

Huskers Remain Top Amid Close Poll Showdown

Nebraska holds the lead in the latest top rankings after beating Colorado by 3-7 while earning 14 first place votes. Oklahoma trails with 17 first place votes following a 43-12 win over Iowa State as Michigan, Alabama, and Auburn follow in the top five with undefeated records and multiple recent victories.

Nebraska Colorado Cornhuskers Shemnan Oklahoma Towa State Michigan Auburn Penn State Indiana Alabama Mississippi State Florida Wea Virginia Georgia South Carolina Penn Notre Dame Ohio St Arizona Tennesee Stanford Toledo Texas Arkansas Southern Cal Louisiana St Houston Washington

Indianapolis Seeks THL Franchise by Weissert

Indianapolis submits an THL franchise application by John D. Weissert, vice president and general manager, seeking official approval for local rights and operations.

Indianapolis John D. Weissert

Understanding Homeowners Insurance Replacement Cost Rule

Increased home values push costs up to 57 percent in ten years and 39 percent in five, leaving many homeowners underinsured. If you carry at least 80 percent of a home’s replacement cost, claims are paid without depreciation, up to policy limits. If underinsured, depreciation or proportional settlement applies.

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