Word: doubtful
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Dates: during 1910-1919
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...University Sophomore crew won the race against Yale on Saturday afternoon, for the first time in the three years that the races have been held. Yale won the single sculls event. For the first quarter of a mile only was there any doubt which 1917 boat would win out. The start was at Cottage Farm bridge. After the first quarter mile the Sophomores slowed down to a low, powerful stroke. The lead was steadily increased. Just before the finish Henderson urged his men on to a final spurt with which they swept across the line a good three lengths...
...Dana's "That Day in Africa," is a vivid account of a hunting trip. It contains some first rate "out-of-door" writing-and one cannot doubt that it is as true as its sub-title says...
...could be desired than Percy D. Haughton, who is under consideration for the place, Although it will be difficult to find a man to replace Dr. Sexton, for he knew the game thoroughly and imparted his knowledge with a clearness that enlightened and a force that stimulated, no doubt Coach Haughton will bring success. In football, undergraduate and alumnus place complete confidence in the Haughton system; may it not be expected that a diamond adaptation of the same system will also be triumphant...
...great contest, and with the applause of the multitude ringing in their ears, the teams of the CRIMSON and the Candidates will meet on Soldiers Field this afternoon at 2.30 o'clock, subject to the approval of the weather committee of the Student Council. Not a tremor of doubt exists as to the outcome of the clash and most of the candidates spent yesterday in taking leave of their families and friends...
...large gifts must be secured promptly, or the equipment of the University must be cut down, or the tuition fee must be raised. No one, upon serious consideration will contend that the $3,000,000 deemed necessary by the committee, can be secured with any promptness. Gifts will no doubt continue as in the past, but the income from them is needed to meet the normal demands of the University and it is unwise to depend solely on gifts...