The morning Astorian. [volume] (Astoria, Oregon) 1899-1930, 1904-08-28

reception, the success of which war
one OF the most gratifying features OF
the regatta.
]. II. q. West chairman Of the street
carnival committee. perhaps experience
ed the most strenuous week OF all the
regatta committeeman. He had entire
charge OF the big street fair and on all
sides has been congratulated upon the
success of his efforts. Mr.. West en-
countered much unexpected opposition
but cheerfully met Il, although he
must have been very much dishenrt-
ened at times. He devoted his energies
principally 10 the stadium. which was
Il frst-class show, but rather unfor-
,unately located
George Barker. who had charge Of
the yachts, also worked industriously, |
and there were more Portland entries
this year than ever before. g. r. cros-
by. who looked after the oarsmen aud
assisted in the carrying out OF the pro-
gram. did much for the success OF the
carnival. and during the entire week
was busily engaged. Charles Il. Wright
had charge OF the regatta ball. which
was splendid sueeess W. J. Binder
looked after the hose tournament.
which proved a most interesting feat
ure. while X. r., Hayes Estabrook ar-
ranged the horse races The water
sports were IN charge Of chief of Po-
lice Hallock. The other members of
the committee wers g, G. Fulton. X. q.
Lee. r. ]. Carney and l.. 10, selig.
The Northern oarsren.
The Vancouver oarsmen who attend
ed the regatta and took part In the
races endeared themselves 70 the COM
mitteemen by their constant readiness
to make the program the more Interest.
ing. In the Vancouver party were X,
j. Bond. II. w. Robertson. Fred J.
shearer. r, pattison. J. J. Watt and ].
A. Dillaboush
You can't say too many kind things
about the Vancouver fellows" said /
Secretary Haldernan yesterday, When
oarsmen are true sportsmen. When
they smashed their racing shell We
expected their trip would have to be
cut out. but they gladly consented to
come when we secured another boat !
for them. Upon their arrival they
showed up at regatta headquarters and
volunteered TO do anything in their
power 10 assist us We feel very !
grateful TO them for their kindness and
for their gentlemany bearing"
The Vancouver bunch made many
warm friends IN Astoria and the crowd /
In the grandstand invariably cheered |
for them during the races. Even when
the Vancouver four raced the Astoria
four. the northern men we're Justify
cheered. The visitors seemed quite as
well pleased with Astoria MS the COM
mIttee was with them, and all say they
viii gladly return again next year.
Kind Words for Gloss.
Chairman Mcbride speaks highly OF
the activity OF Ed Gloss. the Portland
oarsman. Gloss was responsible for
the Portland entries In the rowing
events, and without his assistance the
other men would not have rowed this
year,
Gloss is all right" said Mr.. Me-
Bride yesterday. He helped us ma
terially and we appreciate his efforts.
He is true sportsman and is desery-
ing Of much credit
What Amuses the Crowd.
That the grandstand crowd takes
more interest In the minor events than
In the really big events was amply
exemplifled again this year. All of
the sports In front Of the grandstand
such as diving and swimming exhibit
tions, upset canoe and crab races,
creased pole contests, etc, greatly
pleased the spectators, and such feat
ures should hereafter receive more at
tention. II Is also very essential that
all events be announced and the con-
testants introduced else the crowd is
liable TO understand the program.