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got to do some pulling to-morrow," remarked Frank, as they rowed toward the island. "Mr. Pierson said he'd show us a new wrinkle or two."

"And we want to begin to hit up the speed a bit," added Tom.

"That's right," agreed Phil, who was fussing with the motor, that missed every now and then.

"But say!" exclaimed Sid. "I thought we were going to take the girls down to watch some of the other fellows row opposite college to-morrow?" and there was a rueful look on his face.

"Well, I know we did speak of that," said Tom, "but"

"The implied invitation is declined with thanks," broke in Ruth. "We girls simply have to do some house-cleaning to-morrow. The cottage is a perfect sight, and it's sweet of Madge not to have found fault before."

"Oh, it's nothing of the sort!" declared the