The Amherst Nine.

The prospects for a successful ball season at Amherst, judging from the skill of the men in training, and the degree of enthusiasm manifested throughout the college, are perhaps as bright as any Amherst has had for the past few years. Wm. Bemis, the trainer, is doing all in his power to turn out a winning team, and as there are many good individual players trying he will undoubtedly put a nine on the field of no little merit.

Following are the names of the candidates with the position for which each is trying: For catcher Wallridge, last year's regular catcher. and Allen,

Though Wallridge will without doubt be the regular catcher again this year, Allen should at least be retained as change catcher, for he is remarkably quick and is a good batter. Here and Sexton are candidates for pitcher, of which the former will probably be the successful man. Pope is the only candidate for first base and is a good man there, though it was hoped that he would occupy his old position as shortstop, but owing to an injured knee the captain thought it safer to place him where there is less chance for a renewal of the injury. Belcher will cover 2nd base and Lenton will play at short-stop. Third base will be covered by Sullivan, who is a freshman. Storrs, Burns and Houghton, will constitute the outfield. Thayer, who played last year and did such good work at the bat, refuses to play this year much to the regret of the college.