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Show THE SAN JUAN RECORD, Thursday, July 3, 1980 - Page 12 ( These three youngsters in their Plains Indian attire were enjoying themselves at least as much as the crowd enjoyed watching them. - Xfy.w Story and photos by Alvin Reiner .. As ' ':: ' . W;." ' i .iv.:: Tereasa Benally practices with her hoops prior to her performance at the pow wow. ' has been doing for it dozen years, Bluff once again held its annual All Tribes Indian Day, as denizens from the Four Corners area came to participate in one of San Juan Countys most over a colorful events. Among for events ware the a candy youngsters scramble, foot races, watermelon and apple eating con- tests, balloon races and The tug-of-w- tugs-of-w- ar. ar; one of which had to be called draw after 20 minutes of grunting and groaning. There were also equestrian events, such as potato and bar- a rel races. Although most events were held at the rodeo ground. While Frank Officer was watching the proceedings, he was being watched by photographer Alvin Reiner, and this interesting character study resulted. mount. In the fry bread contest, which is traditionally judged by tourists and other members of the Bilagaana Tribe, Pauline Stash took first place, along with 50 pounds of flour; Nancy Yanito placed second, and Loraine Sadboy came in third. adults also particip- ated in several a horse race was held parallel to Cottonwood Wash, with Nick Mose of Halchita proving to have the superior Once again, as he and his family Alfred have done for years, Draper led the eve- nings pow wow celebration. The Vittoria Sandoval family of Oakland, California, were among many who displayed their singing and dancing abilities as well as showing off their colorful costume s. . Those responsible for another successful All Tribes Day include David, Richard and Bennie Yanito; Gene Fou-she- e, Joanna Pierce, Irene S, Yanito, Willie Skow and family, and Rossie Spencer. Pottery, other artifacts on display Br Marsha Keele The collection of pottery and other artifacts of the late LB. Redd, a former Blending banker, has been recently loaned to the Edge of the Cedars Museum by Mrs. Irene Redd, his wife. Mrs. Redd is presently a resident of the San Juan N ursing Home. The collection will be exhibited at the museum for several months beginning July 2. It includes items from the period 700 - 1303 A.D., along with some unique kinds of pottery, grinding stones, lithic materials, etc. Feeling pleased with their culinary abilities, PauUne Stash, Nancy Yanito and Loraine Sa display the Navajo fry bread which won them first, second and third places, respectb |