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...fourth consecutive time in as many races, Crew X led its opponents, Crews Y and Z, in a one and seven-eighths miles downstream race in the basin yesterday. The time made by the winning crew was unusually fast for this early stage in the oarsmen's development...
Because of the rough water, which became increasingly so in the latter part of the afternoon, only the first two or three crews out went very far upstream. The later crews were taken downstream and the last crews to appear rowed on the tank instead of taking our shells. Some of the crews encountered groups of floating ice cakes which had to be carefully approached and circumnavigated...
Both of the Coxswains were coming downstream, and cutting the corner too closely. In the gathering darkness it was impossible for them to judge distances accurately; otherwise the accident might have been avoided...
...Junior University boat paddled two miles downstream. On the return, Coach Brown called for speed, and the entire distance was rowed at a beat of 32 or slightly better. While Coach Brown is pleased with the finish and coordination of his oarsmen he is not yet satisfied with their power. He accordingly intends to concentrate on drawing them out to their fullest strength. Another time trial this week for the Seconds is well within the range of possibilities...
...waiters crew made its initial appearance today. It paddled downstream about two miles, keeping the stroke very low in an effort to attain coordination and a universal grasp of the principles of rowing. The navy stroke is the one employed, with a long lay-back...