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Show WEEKLY REFLEX DAVIS NEWS JOURNAL, DECEMBER 6, 1979 By GERALD PL'RDY written on their face;.. Some must the hUth row. Hey, Ma! I want to be a ports writer. Like in the big inie. I had a press pass a veek ago Saturdav to the Big Game. Thats in case you didnt know, I got there two tours early so I wouldnt miss tnything It was fascinating, -- ars were parking two miles iway from the stadium, and. )h, my, those tailgate parties were something to behold. venerated wooden stands and signals the arrival of the home team cardinal-clawarriors Stanford Stinks," the Blue and Gold reply in hearty unison. Then those same 10,000 voices told Stanford's mascot tree" what action Californias puppy dogs had. in mind for later in the day. The whole scene resembled a giant ant hill with people scurrying everywhere. There were only two signs of orderliness. Long lines of ladies waiting at the restroom doors and the intricate and detailed d lines of lootball players warming up for the game The players form their posi and vendors pennant everywhere you looked and the traffic was terrible. Cars bumper to bumper trying to trickle through the crowds to get to the special parking lots saved for the big contributors. Then I saw him. The old discarded mascot, Chief. Hes being replaced now by a tree, but to all the he is still numbei one. He was , wishing everyone well, dressed in his white deerskin and clothing beautiful feathered head dress. Quite a sight. THE DAY was beautiful. The sky was sparkling blue, washed fresh by rains. The soaring Eucalypall-nig- tus trees rose above the stadium wall. entered gate 3 as directed and climbed the old wooden stairs. At the press box door showed my simple, crimson 1 1 card that bears the magic words and I, a complete nobody, was admitted to a football fans paradise. THERE I was on the d line, in my own upholstered chair, out of the wind with an unimpeded view from here to all the way across San Francisco Bay. And what refreshments they pressed upon me. (I resisted very little, I admit). The hot pastrami was wonderful and the turkey and the beef in all their bounty added their heartiness to the salads, fruits and drinks, of many kinds, that overwhelmed my eyes. Outside, where mere mor- tals were assembling, the fans were climbing those interminable stairs in long lines with grim determination far cry from his once lofty station on the field. Overhead the helicopers hell and tjie light planes plane along. They trail their R. Huff tion lines They run and stop and throw and catch and hit and roll and jump and pivot, turn and pirouette with dancers skill, THE DRILLS are ended and the strings of colored jerseys knot themselves. The roar of the partisan throats transcends the ordinary JinTiv manv, many decibels. And when the red knot breaks itself the crowd is on its feet and tervor mounts to an unprecedented height, for this is football! The bands now take the field. The California Band, 12 dozen strong, in black and blazing gold. Precision is its name. Then Stanfords ragged, motley crew in total disarray, convinced themselves that theyre Cavorting, dancing, prancing seems their name. Californias band sweeps the field with a giant wedge of golden capes and burnished silver sousaphones much to Stanfords bands derision, most ungainly. THE COLORS are presented well. The fans still funnel toward the entry tunnel as the kick off starts the game. The Golden Bears looked tough and score in just three plays. Then just to prove its no mistake they do it once again. Stanford can't run anywhere, but soon takes to the air and get a touchdown for themselves and trails at the half. We overworked journalists 14-- 7 refreshed ourselves at the banquet table while the bands again perform. I looked down and saw the deposed mascot chief in section S, row' 64, seat long-taile- and assorted isements out behind. advert- - Call SAVE LAKE Tahoe Your Congressman, one says "Patti, marry me in the Gary comes next. spring "Lynda R. passed the bar exam today is next, then "Free turkey with TV at Als. And then a sign to show their class, Stanfords Team will kick Cals 7 brings up the rear. THE USHERS hustle, bustle to keep the aisles clear. The stands show red for 50 yards then gold and blue prevail. The whistle sounds, the ball is kicked and the second half begins. Stanford scored again and so did Calif. With time running out, the Cardinals wing their way to the California one yard line, fourth down, and fail to get the score. Time runs out and California wins the 82nd "big game before 86,000 spectators, and me! Leonard Rusby Use deadbolt locks as by your police department. Navy Seaman Recruit Richard G. Huff, son of L. and Clare A. Huff of 155 East 900 North, Layton, has completed recruit trainNel-do- crowd then disassembled The tailgate parties recommenced, the battle of the bands resumed as each one entertains its own. A granny smoked a black cheroot and helped the bov scouts salvage empty beer cans until the filled blue plastic garbage bags were everywhere in tions double R and S. ing at the Naval Training Dl RING THE dose-orde- course of instruction are eligible for three hours of college credit in physical education and hygiene. being on their side they had a natural and distinct advantage Finally, Californias Golden In the glowering evening sunshine the Card band kept its crowd, and as I left the cold and darkening stadium and trod down those time worn stairs, I heard the sounds of Stanford Red still ringing in my ears. k designed to prepare him for further academic and training in one of the Navy's 85 basic occupational fields. Included in his studies were r drill, seamanship, Naval history and first aid. Personnel who complete this crew-refuse- out the wide south gate. eight-wee- training cycle, he studied general military subjects sec- Bears, with eleven natty drummers peating a precise taloo marched very militarily A 1979 graduate of Layton High School, he joined the Navy in September 1979. LAYTON CONCERT SET the concert. The public is invited to attend. Suggested donations are 75 cents for adults, 50 cents for students or two dollars per family. Officers involved in planning the All City Orchestra concert are, 1 to r, JoLene Layton, Doreen McKay. Back, LeAnna Baxter, Wendy McFarland, Kristin Amesquita, and Mike BiimhaO. The Layton All City Orchestra's Christmas Concert will Ire held Tuesday, Dec. 11, at 6 p.m., in the Layton High School Auditorium. Nearly 300 students from Layton High School, Central Davis Junior High School, North Layton Junior High School, Crestvievv, E.G. King. 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They went from beer and sandwiches on the station wagon tailgate to champagne and smoked salmon on buffet tables, complete with flowers, set up next to elaborate motor homes. Almost all of the participants were getting themselves oiled up for the day There were alumni parties, balloons, pretty girls, bands passing among the well-se- clamber THE TEAMS arrive. The white-claGolden Bears run in and get a rousing Stanford "boo Irom 11,000 student Califor-lia-Stanfor- d e 1979 Want To Write Sports I pre-gam- NORTH DAVIS LEADER, DECEMBER 6 292-140- 3 825-661- FREE DELIVERY 5 867-563- 2 |