With a stiff breeze and chop as well as a strong current making rowing conditions far from ideal, Coach Whiteside's Varsity eights splashed up to the second bridge and back yesterday on their first trip this year. The number one boat went remarkably well considering the circumstances, although adjustment of riggers and slides tended to make the boat difficult to set up.

Sophomores Appear Capable

The three Sophomores, John Gardiner at 5, Erickson at 6, and Chace in the stroke position, appeared capable. Coach Whiteside apparently felt satisfied with their showing as well as that of the rest of the boat, for he said he intended to leave the seatings alone until the end of next week. At 2, Art Beane, although the lightest man in the boat, handled a nice oar, as did Len Eliel at 3. To take care of Varsity candidates who did not get into the first four eights, another crew will be named today and perhaps a sixth tomorrow.

No formal Yearling Shells Yet

In the Yearling class, two barges took the water, but Bert Haines, Freshman mentor, says he will not make up a first and second crew until he has had a chance to look over all possible aspirants in the Leviathan. This will prevent him from going out in the coaching launch until Thursday or Friday, and until that time a formal first boat will not be selected.

With a galaxy of talent on hand for the season, Coach Whiteside emphasizes the fact that no early season seatings can be considered permanent.