Richmond dispatch. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1884-1903, 1894-11-30

urne OF tone that arose from the more
than 5000 threats was truly astonishing.
The noise was considerably louder IN
the first half OF the game. however, which
may be attributed TO the fact that the
pupportcrs OF the Virginia boys were very
much IN the a~scendent. and the excite
ment naturally fell az the score rose, and
the game grew less interesting. or the
threats OF the rooters grew too raw for
further u~tterance.
ROOTED FOR THE 'VARSIT1ES.
The virginia boys had their roofing
HEADQUARTERS In the middle OF the bleach
cries. There were no leaders. recognized
A such. for II only needed a word. n
look from any one. the wave or O STICK,
or the swaying OF the little blue and yell
low flag TO ~conjure up a mighty enthusi-
as,n. which spent it's force In an organ
tied and combinsi yell that comes only
with long practice. The first organized
effort was called forth when virginia
brought up two mascots-Queenie and
Msrcury-small colOred boys. dressed in
blue and yellow muslin. who we're pa
raded slowly and solemnly over the field.
White the charm was working the OPP
poAinp forces were apparently driven
among the spectators and pandemoniUm
reirned supreme. The enthusiasm at the
appearance Of their team on the held
brought forth ro1rs ~ cheering. and even
a brilliant play 4 the end OF the game
would call foTtl u colossus OF approba-
ton.
The essential difference between the
Virginia and North Carolina cheering
was that the former was more per-
sistent. timely, and Inspiring.
THE CAROLINIANS SCATTERED.
The North Carolina boys had not con-
greeated In any great numbers at any
one place, but were scattered In diff
ferent parts OF the field. each factor
iolning issue upon n given signal and
uniting in cheers and yells that were
as creditable to their number as they
were appalling in volume Of tone. Their
system Of cheering seemed TO be better
planned and carried out. and, though on
the losing side. the boys seemed far more
earnest and enthusiastic. The under
graduates from Chapel Hill were as
sisted by a large nltnber OF alumni OF
his city. and had many sympathizers
among the general public. Every brilliant
play was the signal for an outburst OF
enthusiasm, and IL was remarkable how
the volume and spirit Of the cheering
was maintained right through the game
in spite OF the adverse circumstances.
THE RICHMOND CONTINGENT.
lt lklCIlfllDill ,DlitSt DpgS were III
the game in force. and occupied the
major portion Of the stand on the north
side OF the field. opposite the grandstand.
They were on the Virginia side almost to
a man. and their efforts did much to
swell the volume Of cheers in favor Of
the conquerors. Manager Bowers, OF the
Richmond College team. was near at
hand. as. also, were many Of the faculty.
Fort Monroe. Norfolk, and Portsmouth
were also well represented, and shared
their favors very evenly between the
contestants. Mr.. James II. McDonough.
of Portsmouth. representing the Ports
mouth football team. was on the
grounds, watching the game with much
interest. Mr.. McDonough says his team
Is anxious 10 try conclusions with the
Richmond College team. and he came I'd
to arrange a match game with them.
Personal Work of the Players.
The observation-disclosures team was the
first to arrive on the ground. They Gre
ated a most favorable impression. as well
they might, being without exception
splendid specimens of muscular huntani-
ty. They appeared to he raine 10 a
nicely. and their physical condition seem
ed 10 be everything that could he de-
sired.
According 10 the official score-card. their
average weight was called at 163 1-3
pounds, with a total for the team Of f.7s7
pounds. The team has improved vastly
since they played on the same ground
against the Richmond College a few weeks
ago. They played yesterday with a dash
and combination that were perfectly ir-
resistible. More men took part in Inter-
ference, and their end plays were often
brilliant, and generally successful. Taken
oil round the game the Virginia boys
played yesterday was n fast and masnln-
cent display of modern scientific foot
ball.
PENTON AND BLAINE.
Captain John A.. Penton was in mag
nifcent form at right guard, his play
being in strong contrast to what ne
showed in the game between the Uni
verslty and Richmond College. NJ. X.
Johnson, the veteran. improved upon even
his previous fine displays, his Interference
and tackling were above reproach. James
G.. Blaine. Jr.. played an exceedingly
strong game, making the most OF his op-
portunities. his interference being espe-
cially worthy Of commentator. Mack
Pope. at full-back. played an ideal game,
his sure fielding and tremendous kicks
being one Of the features OF the match.
Lawson Price covered himself with
glory and honor in general for His
all-round playing. and particularly FOR
n brilliant double-pass, which was un-
dOubtedly the greatest achievement OF
the game.
Saunders Taylor played an excellent
game at right tackle. and A.. g. Jones at
left-half and George ~Burlinghame at
left guard made the most OF their oppor-
t~unities.
THE CAROLINIANS.
The North Carolinians, who followed
their opponents on TO the field ten minutes
later. met with an ovation from their
numerous admirers They appeared TO
be much lighter than the Virginia boys,
though their weight was scheduled az
precisely the same. In their preliminary
canter they appeared much quicker and
smarter in their movements, and conse-
quently their failure when me game began
was the more disappointing that nothing
In their form up to then had suggested
the possibility OF such a falling OFF.
After the first goal had been scored
against them they appeared much dis
spirited, and though they played a plucky
game and offered a stout resistance. they
were heavily outclassed.
Captain baskerville Mayed the star
game Of his side. Hfs kicking was ex-
c%ellent, and displayed cool-headed judg-
ment.
Merritt at right end did some clever
tackling, and Baird at right tackle played
logged. determined football, accom-
plishing wonders.
Moore. Stephens, and Stanley. who
played quarter, left-half-. and right-half-
back. are each and all possessed Of speed,
which they displayed very effectively.
Pugh, at left-tackle. did some fine work.
and the interference of Guion n PuSh
was effective. and, at times, brilliant. Col
lier. the ~right-guard, who played centre
with the University OF Tennessee team,
did some effective work.
After all was over many a player must
have calculated. For his relief much