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Dates: during 1890-1899
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POUGHKEEPSIE, N. Y., June 21.- The 'Varsity rowed a mile on time this morning. In the afternoon all their time was devoted to practicing starts, which they did well. The men are all in fine physical condition, and from now on until the race will do little but row short stretches and practice starts. The Freshmen practiced starting both in the morning and afternoon today, and are now very quick at getting off on the word...
POUGHKEEPSIE, N. Y., June 20.- Saturday afternoon the 'Varsity rowed three miles on time, which will be their last hard work before the race. The conditions were very poor, with a following wind, rough water, and an ebb tide. As a result the boat was half filled with water during the first mile, and the time was slow. From now on all efforts will be devoted to perfecting the time and uniformity of the swing...
...Duzer brought Mr. Lehmann, on Saturday, a draft of rules for the race. They have not yet been decided upon...
...events contested were the 100 yards dash, 120 yards high hurdle race, mile run, running high jump, running broad jump, putting 16 pound shot, throwing 16 pound hammer, throwing 56 pound weight, throwing the discus, and pole vault. Of these Clark won all but the dash, hurdle and mile run. Clark will compete for the national championship in New York on July...
...race is postponed, special train will return Saturday p. m. Those who desire can occupy berths in car Friday night on payment of $1.50 each extra...