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Newspaper
Richmond Collegian
Location
Richmond, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1925
Page
4
The page lists editors correspondents and staff members including G Cary Whipe Francis Taylor and others. It notes association memberships with the Southern Intercollegiate Newspaper Association and the Eastern Intercollegiate Newspaper Association.
The Richmond Collegian urges the student body to back the university team at Mayo Island Park against William and Mary. It stresses a never say die spirit, loyalty, and confidence as key to victory while noting Hampden Sydney’s upset defeat shows outcomes can change with effort and support.
The 1925 Thanksgiving game pits Richmond Indians against William and Mary Spiders with emphasis on the Indian machine’s past dominance and the Spider aerial option. Analysts note William and Mary’s strong forward wall and Richmond’s effective passing game, predicting a tough, closely contested clash and possible upsets.
The 2 PM Thursday game at Mayo Island Park pits the University of Richmond Spiders against the William and Mary Indians in a long standing Southern clash. The Indians, bolstered by strong recruiting, challenge the Spider dominance as fans recall prior seasons and hopeful predictions hint at a possible 35 6 score.
A preview notes William and Mary will push for a big score as fans expect a great game. It highlights the reputable followers hoping the deserving team crowns the brow with a victory.
Head coach Frank M. Dobson said his team is in perfect physical condition and ready for the game of their lives. He noted William and Mary is an experienced, stronger opponent, and that the Indians face tough odds but respect the challengers.
Captain Dave Miller speaks. After ten weeks of strenuous preparation the team has reached its top form for the crucial contest ahead. The comments echo the campus atmosphere and hint at confidence without detailing outcomes.
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