Word: guards
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Dates: during 1900-1909
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COUNTRY CLUB, FARMINGTON, CONN., Nov. 20.--In this afternoon's signal practice Captain Burr was in his old position at left guard. Although his arm has been improving rapidly, it is still a question whether he will play in tomorrow's game. The probability is that he will play, although the matter will not definitely be decided until just before the game. Kennard was in at fullback in the signal work, but Ver Wiebe will play most of the game if he does not start...
...kept the advantage, but as the game went on the team tired and could no longer hold Coy's terrific rushes. His playing, probably the most brilliant seen on the football field this year, was directly responsible for both of Yale's touchdowns. Brides, at tackle, and Goebel, at guard, both played well, opening large holes for the backs...
...Andrus '10S., left guard, is a quiet, hard-working lineman. His work is never showy but is always consistent. His chief strength is on the defense...
...Goebel '10, right guard, is a hard worker and is especially effective in helping dragging the runner along. He still lacks skill in the finer points of the game and is not yet able to use his strength to full advantage. He is fast on his feet but has the fault of charging too high. He is especially good on the defense...
...Brides '09 M.S., right tackle, has been at a disadvantage owing to his being shifted from halfback. He is a natural lineman, however, and would have been a sure choice for an All-American guard last year had the coaches not transferred him from the line. He is especially good at diagnosing plays and is a dangerous man to direct an attack against...