Word: soft
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Dates: during 1900-1909
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...performances in both track and field events were of a fairly high order and many of the contests were close. The track was very heavy as a result of the rain Saturday morning, and the takeoffs for the field events were so soft that two new ones had to be improvised for the occasion. The weather was much to cold for remarkable performances in most of the events...
...track, which froze Thursday night, was rather soft yesterday, and although there was practically no wind, the weather was too cold for good times in most of the events. The best time under the existing conditions was made in the 220-yard dash by L. P. Dodge '08, who did the distance by L. P. Dodge '08, who did the distance in 22 3-5s. W. M. Rand '09 showed his usual form in the hurdles, and won both events in good style...
...their places on the track beginning from the pole, in the order named. Although it is expected that the track events will take place, there is a possibility that the high jump, broad jump, and pole vault will have to be postponed till after the vacation, owing to the soft condition of the ground. No restrictions have been placed upon the entries for the field events...
...account of the favorable weather conditions yesterday, work on the tennis courts on Jarvis Field progressed rapidly, and 18 courts were thoroughly rolled and marked and will be ready to use this morning. The courts are rather soft now, but should improve rapidly with...
Track practice was held on the Stadium track yesterday afternoon for the first time this season, under the supervision of Coach Lathrop. The track, which froze Monday night, was rather soft yesterday, and only the long stretch had been rolled. All candidates held light practice in order to become accustomed to the new work. The sprinters took short runs on the long stretch and the distance men jogged four laps, while the weight men practiced under, Coach Quinn. Men will hereafter report for daily practice and systematic work will begin at once...