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...semi-annuals the crews make but little progress, which is entirely lost in the hurry and excitement of the examinations. Furthermore, too long a period on the rowing weights is apt to grow irksome to men accustomed to rowing on the water. As the river seldom opens before the second week in March, four weeks on the rowing weights would be obtained by commencing immediately after the close of the examinations. This would give all the preparation necessary, as the weights are at best but a poor substitute for oars...
...students, eight were in their third year; eighteen were in their second year; and twelve were in the first. Ten were pursuing a course of study covering four years, and corresponding to that pursued by the candidates for the candidates for the degree of Bachelor of Arts in Harvard College. The others were taking from one to four special courses of study each...
...second three quarters Harvard braced up and ran around and through their opponent's line, completely demoralizing the Columbia men. Within a few minutes after the kick-off Mason kicked a goal from the field, but, to the surprise of Columbia and Harvard alike, the referee decided it was no goal. Henry then made a touchdown, but no goal was scored. Mason scored the first goal from the field immediately after. Wesselhoeft and Morrison then scored touchdowns, and Mason kicked a second goal from the field, completing the score, Columbia touching back three times. Keith ran very well, crossing...
...second half the kicking, running and passing of our men was very fine, Morison, Ayers and Wesselhoeft doing the best rushing. For Columbia Morgan did the best work, but he was seriously injured in the face about the end of the first three-quarters by colliding with one of the Columbia men. The contest was conducted very good-naturedly by both sides, the Columbia team being very fair and gentlemanly, and although some of the Columbia spectators displayed an unfriendly spirit once or twice during the game, still at the end they all joined in a hearty cheer for Harvard...
...bills are then required to be paid within three days by the treasurer's checks. By observing this method of immediate payments, and by remembering that no goods of any value are carried in stock, that none are sold or delivered without cash in hand, that all second-hand goods deposited for sale are at owners' risk, that all coal ordered is paid for in advance, and that the society depends - not on its commission, but on its membership fees - for its support, it will be made clear that no loss can accrue to any one from the society...