"It's all right!" he called gleefully. "Mr. Howgate sends this word:"
"'Athletic Council approves and sanctions your representing Gridley High School on the water with your Canoe Club. Wish you success! Be careful not to risk lowering Gridley's standard in sports through recklessness.'"
"When do Gridley and Preston race in a regular event?" demanded
Bob Hartwell promptly.
"Mr. Wright has been most kind to us about several matters," Dick answered. "I'd like to ask him what date will be most satisfactory."
CHAPTER XVIII
"WON'T WIN AGAINST A MUDSCOW"
"How can we help Mr. Wright by racing?" queried Hartwell.
"By enabling me to advertise a canoe race between high school boys as an attraction to bring added guests to this hotel," the manager explained for himself. "Let me see. This is Thursday. If the race were to be held day after to-morrow—-saturday—-would that give both crews time enough to get ready?"
"Saturday will suit Gridley," Dick answered promptly.
"And Preston also," guaranteed Bob Hartwell.