Word: short
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Dates: during 1890-1899
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YALE QUARTERS.- The freshmen were the first to get on to the river this afternoon, and worked under the direction of J. O. Rogers. The men were given only short spins and did not row in very good form, their difficulty being their inability to pull together well...
...Varsity crew experienced some delay in getting onto the water for their evening work. Mr. Cook did not speed his men today as he wished to spare Williams and Wyckes who have not thoroughly recovered from their recent illness and the work was mainly in short stretches and not long continued...
HARVARD QUARTERS, NEW LONDON, June 10.- This afternoon the 'Varsity crew practice was begun by paddling about a mile down the course, and finishing with short racing spurts, and then going up again in the same way, paddling easily until near the end. From there the crew rowed straight to their quarters, showing the best form they have this year. The work was done in rough water, but the boat was thoroughtly steady. The increased steadiness was the most noticeable improvement...
...COLBERT, 323 Warren street, Boston Highlands. caterer and confectioner, has made extensive additions to his facilities in catering, and is prepared to receive and execute orders for receptions, banquets, public and private dinners, at short notice. Orders for cake, ices, ice creams, wedding cake, etc., given prompt attention. Telephone connection...
...Weld rowed a long, powerful stroke with a splendid finish and a good leg drive. The B. A. A. used a short, snappy stroke and were handicapped by the loss of Derby, who was recently taken to the Harvard 'Varsity boat. The prize for the race was a banner and cups...