Appeared on page 9 in the May 1950 issue of The Oregon Stater with the caption "Freshmen proved their muscle in the traditional tug-o'-war by laying the sophomores low." The Rooks beat the sophomores in the annual contest held on first annual Senior Day (April 14-16), a day in which High School seniors crowded campus. Senior Day replaced Junior Weekend and maintained many of the Junior Weekend activities.
Donor's description: "Preparing for the fray. I recognize 'Hippo' Dickerson as the anchorman, next 'Swede' Wermark, then Geo. Craig (my best friend, ...) Then Wes Schulmerich, then Paul Peek. (I made a mistake it's Hip, Swede, then Wes, then George then Paul)" Labeled as A-5.