Then faculty drew the attention of Mr.Boutelle to the rule which forbade the use of the athletic field to students during recitation hours.

Mr.Boutelle was disgusted and tried to argue about it with the principal, but had to give in finally.

But in spite of being required to limit practice to the afternoon hours, the second came fast and there were some very pretty games between it and the 'varsity in those days.
Steve started in as a second choice right end, a chap named Sherrard having first claim to the position.

Tom was plugging along at right guard and doing well.

He was a trifle light for the place, but he was a steady player and a heady one and it took him less than a fortnight to oust his rival from the position.