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Newspaper
La Grande Evening Observer
Location
La Grande, Oregon, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1906
Page
4
With the biggest game of the season three days away, practice sessions focus on forward passes and combinations. Coach Hockenberry works candidates on passes and timing as Elgin and La Grande gear up for a Tuesday test, while players like Alsted Childers and Basen show readiness despite limited squad depth.
The report highlights several visitors’ weak points with players Bolton Corbutt Sardine Stover and Young, describing speed and weight advantages and potential lineup changes. It notes Gooch Hookan berry may adjust weaknesses and Elgin plans to add three new heavier players to balance the game.
A mixed group of students from OAC traveled by train to the city, including members of Buyer Cry and Union and players Jin Dobtin and Ralph Reynolds. Russell of Elgin joined, bringing the college mascot known as Reynolds or Raw, presented to the second team captain with a pledge to keep it as the team mascot. La Grande students expressed pride in the mascot.
The Elks present a popular evening with the amusement committee arranging a special program. An assortment of refreshments including coffee and "mother makes" pies and other eats will be available for attendees.
After months of delay the girls skates have arrived and the rink announces they will be available starting tonight. The move promises more opportunities for female skaters at the facility. For rent, pleasant furnished rooms available in the Nouwsekteping area. inquire with Mrs EC Moone at Fourth and G Streets.
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