Herrick Gives Varsity Crew New Shell as Annual Gift

The annual varsity crew shell, donated by Robert F. Herrick '90, arrived at the Newell Boat House yesterday morning, and the effects of the war were hardly noticeable. Its weight, 270 pounds, is the same as last year's shell, and the same wood stock was used. Most important waste shift back to the old type of rope controlled steering gear.

The shell donated last year had a special rudder control using special wire no longer available. It meant an easier job for the cox, who could steer with only one hand.

The two-handed, rope steering gear on the newest shell is identical with the ones used up until three years ago, at which time the new type was tried out and found very satisfactory. Priorities and defense demands have not yet claimed the tubular steel out rigging of the boat.