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...that the race between the two winning crews was won on its merits. While eighty-seven is to be heartily congratulated on its success, we cannot refrain from giving a word of sympathy to eighty-five. During its entire course this class has by its faithful efforts endeavored to maintain the reputation of Harvard for strength at the oar. Its crews have worked hard and well to gain the coveted place upon the river, and its representatives upon the 'Varsity have contributed their full share to the success of the college. Eighty-five has struggled honorably, and has honorably lost...
...officers have had more and more responsibility to bear, and the fact that the Hall is at present in a good condition should not cause the members to forget that at any moment emergencies may arise that call for prompt and decided action. Good representative men are needed to maintain the success that has been achieved, and now is the time to see that such men are brought forward as candidates. Let each member of the association hand the auditor the name of some efficient man who will serve as a candidate for some position on the Board of Directors...
...upon. But this is certain, that the cadet who would go through the academy with success must "look alive." For to cover the ground, the daily lessons are something prodigious, while the examinations are extraordinarily severe. Only steady, constant application, backed by fair ability, will enable a cadet to maintain his position at the academy...
...former. The great question, which the present steward has solved so successfully, is how to satisfy the great number of men who join the association every September, so that they will remain throughout the year. In order to accomplish this end a high standard of board must be firmly maintained. In doing this, however, care must be taken not to make the board so expensive that many will seek cheaper places, for a high price as well as poor quality will result in diminished numbers. Thus the steward is under two constant pressures; one forcing him to at least maintain...
...such a uniform. It has been customary for years to provide such a uniform here, as it has been in all colleges where rowing is to be found. Besides enabling the captain of the crew to provide for changes in the atmosphere for all alike, these uniforms tend to maintain an esprit de corps which materially aids in the successful pursuit of the end aimed...