Invention by Dr. Sargent.

Dr. Sargent exhibited before the Boston Physical Education Society, last night in the Gymnasium a new invention called an 'inomotor' for a better development of the body than can be brought about by the old forms of apparatus. This new invention which is a good deal like a sliding rowing seat in appearance, is intended to impel boats, carriages and bicycles by means of arm and leg power. The operator sits on a sliding seat, puts his feet in a sliding boot rest, and grasps a lever in each hand. With a simultaneous use of both legs and body he can send the machine ahead at a great rate of speed, with little expenditure of force. The machine can be used by local muscles or by all at once, and is thus a better developer than even running or rowing. Dr. Sargent showed the uses of the inomotor in propelling boats, tricycles, etc.

An exhibition of the inomotor will shortly be held which will be open to all members of the University.