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...only a few candidates have reported for the pole vault. It is very important that a large number of men should try for this event as only one of last year's pole vaulters has returned to College. Moreover, at this time of the year men can receive more individual coaching than will be possible later when the whole squad will be working. The regular time for practice is 8.30 o'clock on Tuesday and Thursday, but Mr. Graham will be glad to arrange with anyone for any other convenient hours, either in the morning or afternoon...
...first of two contests in high jumping, arranged in order to increase interest in that event, was held yesterday afternoon in the Gymnasium, and was won by B. T. Stephenson '08, who jumped 5 feet 4 1-2 inches. R. E. Somers '08 and N. E. Olds '05 tied for second place, with jumps of 5 feet 3 1-2 inches, Olds winning the place on a toss. Twenty men were entered in the contest and first, second and possibly third prizes will be given. The second contest will be held next Wednesday and will be a handicap event...
...contests in high jumping, which have been arranged by the track team, will be held this afternoon in the Gymnasium at 3.30 o'clock. There is still a great need of men in the high jump and it is hoped that these contests will bring out candidates for the event. A first, second and possibly a third prize will be given and all members of the University may enter who have never won a prize in the University, who have never competed in the dual or intercollegiate games and who are eligible for the track team. About 15 men have...
...track team is having regular practice every afternoon in the Gymnasium. As there is still a great need of men for the high jump two contests will be held to bring out candidates for this event, the first to take place in the Gymnasium tomorrow at 3.30 o'clock. First, second and possibly third prizes will be given. Contests in shot-putting and hurdling may also be held later...
After the Christmas recess informal novice and handicap meets will be held. First and second prizes will be awarded in each event...