The cutting down of the class crews after they went on the river was an important even in last year's rowing history, for with it came the question of the success of the newly organized Weld crews. At that time the men showed good spirit with the result that the Weld crews proved productive of much promising material. If they are to continue to be thus useful they must receive just as enthusiastic support this year. In fact it is now of still greater importance, for with the advent of 'Varsity material to the class boats, the Weld standard should be raised. The first crucial point in this season's rowing came when the candidates were first called out and there was a feeling that it would be useless to try against 'Varsity men. Fortunately this cut no figure and the response was a general one. The second is now before us. If the Weld crews receive the support due them from the men dropped from their class squads, not only will the new regime be doubly justified but it will be felt that the enthusiasm of last season has come to stay.