Word: pulling
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Dates: during 1870-1879
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...strain at the clubs and to pull at the weights...
...then in the spring he would pull on the river...
...three hours before. All were in good condition, and looked and acted as if the severe training of the past year had not brought them down too "fine." The quarters of the crew are about half-way down the course, and numerous opportunities will be offered of seeing Yale pull over the four miles. Before the 30th, Fearon's and Blakey's boats will be tried over the course, and the better boat selected. The old eight has been made much lighter, and stiffness and speed will be the points for which the boat for the race will be chosen...
...Freshmen are doing well. For such a heavy crew to pull its weight is next to impossible. But they are working hard, and have improved beyond expectation during May and June...
Saying these words, the vision gave a violent pull upon the rope, and vanished in a somersault through the door...