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Crimson Trial Spin Postponed...
...train this morning, amidst an enthusiastic send-off by Eli supporters. The Blue oarsmen were conveyed to the New London station in automobiles, many of the Second Crew accompanying them and giving them a cheer of confidence. They arrived in Philadelphia this afternoon in time to take a trial spin in the Pocock Shell which was shipped down yesterday. Coach Leader and Trainer Coe accompanied the nine oarsmen...
During the last ten days Coach Leader has been devoting his entire attention to preparation for this race. The morn- ing paddle has consisted of short spurts with particular emphasis upon starts. A long row features the afternoon spin on the Thames, culminating in a sprint over the mile and one-quarter course, the distance to be rowed on the Schuylkill this week...
...drygoods it would be very beautiful. But the story has as much place in it as a bull in a china shop. It has less action than the bull. It saunters deliberately through the legendary romance of the silk-weaving championship of Canfu, when a youth who could spin the magic flame silk was nearly consumed in the 'blandishments of a temptress instigated by a wily rival. Save for some provocative muscle dances and a breathless moment when the Delilah seems about to spurn mere clothing, it is picturesque but dull, a pretty ribbon on the notion counter...
...York Tribune: "Spin-wheel dances that made a George Cohan restless chorus appear almost hesitant...