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Dibblee played fullback on his class team in his Freshman year, held the same position on the 'Varsity second eleven last year, and has played a remarkably clever game on the 'Varsity all this season. He has the happy faculty of never being injured, is a good ground-gainer, and plays a heady game...
...defense, though twice admirable in holding their opponents for downs within the five-yard line, was not developed to resist the mass plays hurled at the line. On the whole, Harvard's defense, especially in the second half, was a trifle better, though her offense was not so good as it was a year...
...regard to running the team, Hallowell showed good judgment in his choice of plays, but did not put the speed and vim into the play which Daly, who substituted him, succeeded in doing. At goal kicking, Lawrence again showed up well, and out of six chances missed but once. On the whole, Dupee and Reid were very evenly matched in punting, but, if anything, Reid had the advantage...
Harvard kept the ball for a great part of the game, and was able to gain around or through Yale's line. The forwards opened holes in Yale's defence, through which Reid or Ellis would plunge for good gains. On the other hand, Yale was only able to gain through the line by the close mass formation of their play, which was greatly assisted by the wet condition of the field. Many times during the game, Yale managed to get first down through their mass play on tackle and guard. The ends, which were supposed to be the weakest...
CLUB TABLES.- Private rooms, large and small, seating from 10 to 20. Pleasant rooms, good board and best service, at reasonable prices. Apply at restaurant, 1388 Mass. avenue, Harvard square...