Word: strengthening
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Dates: during 1890-1899
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...second of the shot putting contests to be held this afternoon at three o'clock, there will be as general an interest shown as there was at the first. Then, though the standard of performance was not especially high, several men competed who, with steady practice, can materially strengthen the Mott Haven team this spring, and especially in the dual games. Although these competitions are of benefit in arrousing interest in shot putting, those who do poorly in them at first have no reason for discouragement. After all, as past experience shows, only steady, careful practice brings any decided improvement...
McDuffie rejoined the squad yesterday. His presence should materially strengthen the crew, as he makes a very reliable 7. He has been with the 'Varsity until lately...
...series of shot putting contests, the first of which is to take place at the Gymnasium this afternoon, is the result of a praiseworthy effort on the part of the Mott Haven management to strengthen this year's team in this respect. It is to be hoped that all who are naturally fitted for the game will do their part in entering the competition and in practicing regularly with the shot putting squad...
Subscriptions are being taken to pay the salary of a general secretary for the association. This office will greatly strengthen the whole work of the association, and it is hoped that the subscriptions may be readily filled...
...Thomas Wentworth Higginson and ex-President Andrew D. White of Cornell, the Harvard Union shows commendable activity. Addresses by such successful speakers and prominent men as Col. Higginson and Dr. White will not only be of great interest and value to a student audience, but will help to strengthen and make more lasting the already wide-spread and genuine interest in public speaking at Harvard...