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Newspaper

Middletown Journal

Location

Middletown, Ohio, United States of America

Date

Oct 05, 1971

Page

14

Off the Geuch Football Star Greg Klapheke Emerges at Fenwick

Greg Klapheke, sophomore to Fenwick, is hailed as a versatile back by coach Jerry Harkrader and Father James Walsh. The 15 year old linebacker runner has tallied 383 yards on 62 carries across three games, with 101 yards against Franklin and a 66 yard spell versus Ross. His brothers Chris and Steve also starred under Harkrader’s guidance.

Greg Klapheke Jerry Harkrader Fenwick Klapheke Greg Sidney Lehman Falcons Edgewood Ross Franklin

Klapheke shows promise under Harkrader at Falcons

Harkrader, former halfback and coach of top backs, praises Klapheke's potential and notes his inexperience will fade with added weight and time. The Falcons, led by Klapheke, hope for a high finish in the Mid-Miami League as they face undefeated Monroe Hornets this Friday.

Harkrader Klapheke Greg Falcons Monroe Hornets

Pirates' Playoff Threat Dimmed By Elllis Elbow Injury

Pirates manager Danny Murtaugh may rest Dock Ellis after an elbow ailment. Briles will start against Giants ace Juan Marichal with Blass slated for the fourth game and Ellis possible for a fifth if needed. Ellis criticized management for travel costs and questioned the team’s commitment as Pittsburgh fights for a series lead.

Pittsburgh Pittsburgh Pirates San Francisco Giants Danny Murtaugh Dock Ellis Ellis Pirates San Francisco Murtaugh Nelson Briles Giants Juan Marichal Steve Blass Gylord Perry Perry

Powell powers Orioles past A's in AL playoff game

Boog Powell homered twice despite a sore right hand as Baltimore beat Oakland 2 0 in Baltimore. The Orioles lead the best of five series three games to none with the win, as Vida Blue and Jim Hunter faced Cuellar and Palmer. Oakland scored once on Sal Bando’s double and Dave Duncan’s single.

ED Schuyler JR Oakland Baltimore Boog Powell Powell Orioles A’s Vida Blue Jim Catfish” Hunter Diego Segui Earl Weaver Jim Palmer Williams Hunter Brooks Robinson Ellie Hendricks Cuellar Sal Bando Dave Duncan

Bengals Not Looking For QB To Trade

Cincinnati Bengals coach Paul Brown stated there are no plans to trade for a quarterback. Ken Anderson will start with Dave Lewis backing him up after Virgil Carter dislocated his shoulder in the 21 17 loss at Green Bay. Carter is expected to miss about three games. Defensive back Ken Dyer remains in serious condition with a spinal cord contusion in Green Bay Hospital, though no fracture was found and no surgery is needed. Defensive tackle Ron Carpenter is doubtful for Sunday's home game against the Miami Dolphins due to a bruised rib.

Cincinnati Cincinnati Bengals Paul Brown Qarterback Ken Anderson Dave Lewis Brown Anderson Virgil Carter Bengal Green Bay Packer Green Bay Bengals Ken Dyer George Ballou Dyer Packers John Brockington Ballou Wally Timperman Carter Ron Carpenter Miami Dolphins Marv Pollins

Lions bar Karras from press box after Falcons game

Detroit Free Press columnist and former Lions defensive tackle Alex Karras was barred from the Lions press box during the 41 38 win over Atlanta. Lions PR chief Lyall Smith said Karras has long criticized the team and insists the columnist will report honestly for the paper.

Detroit Detroit Lions Alex Karras Detroit Free Press Lions Atlanta Falcons Karras Free Press Lyall Smith Matfer The Lion's Reject Smith

Swords Release Rookie Of Year

The Cincinnati Swords of the American Hockey League released right winger Jake Rathwell to Salt Lake City of the Western League. Rathwell, last season’s Western League rookie of the year, has missed most of the Swords pre season games due to a broken nose. He was released Monday.

Swords Cincinnati Cincinnati Swords Jake Rathwell Salt Lake City Rathwell

Stars Land Jimmy Jones In Utah Stars Move

UTah Stars land star guard Jimmy Jones from Memphis Pros after a contract option dispute and free agent status. Jones averaged 21.4 points per game over four ABA seasons and signs a multiyear deal with undisclosed terms. Jones’ agent notes Memphis could not settle by the option deadline, making the Stars bid notably higher.

Utah Stars Jimmy Jones Memphis Jones American Basketball Association The Stars

Stars Acquire Jones Amid Contract Turmoil Rebound

The acquisition of Jones may help the Stars forget last season’s contract troubles. Coach Bill Sherman re signed after a failed period with the team. The ABA Carolina Cougars nabbed the Stars’ No 1 draft pick Jim McDaniels from Western Kentucky and the Stars received George Peeples by order of ABA Commissioner Jack Dolph, but Peeples refused to report to Utah.

Jones Stars Bill Sherman NBA Los Angeles Lakers Carolina Cougars ABA Jim McDaniels Western Kentucky George Peeples Carolina Jack Dolph Peeples Utah

Browns Fall to Raiders In Fourth Quarter Collapse

Oakland roars back with 34 unanswered points to beat Cleveland 34 20 as Marv Hubbard gains 103 yards and Clarence Davis scores. Browns coach Nick Skorich cites missed chances and Oakland breaks as the turning point in a national TV game before 84 285 at the stadium. Jack Tatum's 67 yard interception return and George Blanda’s late field goal seal the Raiders’ share of the AFC West lead while Cleveland stays tied in the Central.

Cleveland Ohio Oakland Browns Manders Oaklands Raiders Nick Skorich Skorich Marv Hubbard Lamonica Chester George Atkinson Clarence Davis Don Cockroft Kansas City Pittsburgh Jack Tatum George Blanda John Madden Jon Bo Scott Bill Nelson

Rodeo Horses Get A Trim in Paris Idaho Incident

Paris Idaho AP reports rodeo promoter Doran Smith says six horses were found with cropped tails and bolted manes. The article notes three NBA teams showed interest, while local junk dealers mention a horse named Jones Meehan, though the name isn’t confirmed. Hair fetches about 1.70 a pound.

Paris Idaho Doran Smith NBA Horse Jones Meehan

Gale Sayers Makes Second Comeback Attempt for Bears

CHICAGO. Halfback Gale Sayers will return Sunday against New Orleans at Soldier Field aiming to lift the Bears offense after two knee surgeries. He previously led the NFL in rushing in 1969 with 1,032 yards and faced another operation in the off season after a limited 1970 season.

Chicago Gale Sayers Chicago Bears Jim Dooley Sayers New Orleans Saints Soldier Field

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