George Halas Hall of Fame career began in Decatur
The 1920 Decatur Staleys with legendary player/coach George Halas, front row, center. The team would move to Chicago the next year and become the Bears in 1922.
George Halas is forever Papa Bear, the man who founded the Chicago Bears as the Decatur Staleys in 1920.
Company teams, particularly baseball, were common in the early 20th century, as wealthy owners sought a certain prestige for their firms. A.E. Staley Sr. was no exception, but he also had his eye on a new sport â football. Halas moved to Decatur and lived at 280 W. William St., according to the city s street directory.
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By Katie Hoene
Feb 3, 2021 3:56 PM
The Party’s Polar Plunge Team may have taken the icy dip for Special Olympics Illinois Region I, but that doesn’t mean you still can’t support your favorite Party Plunger, there’s still time!
Donate through March 27th to either Carman, Rick, Keagan, Matt, Jennifer, or Katie by heading to 1043theparty.com. Know 100% of your donation is directly donated to the more than 23,000 athletes who participate in Special Olympics Illinois!
We know it’s been a difficult year, so whatever you’re able and willing to give is deeply appreciated.
Extending our sincerest thanks from your Party Polar Plunge Team and our presenting sponsors: Body Builders Collision and Glass, Olney Central College, Washington Savings Bank, Alleycat Electronics and Consolidated Communications.