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Dates: during 1970-1979
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...while federal officials struggle to tighten security measures, University officials wait patiently. Shapiro perhaps best summed up the situation: "I feel sick to my stomach," he joked...

Author: By Robert O. Boorstin, | Title: A Radioactive Redux | 10/6/1979 | See Source »

...course there are endless questions about Buchanan. But perhaps the best thing that can be said in this area is that the sophomore deserves a chance--a chance when he's in control from start to finish...

Author: By Mark D. Director, | Title: Dog Day Afternoon: Hardly a Laughing Matter for Crimson | 10/6/1979 | See Source »

...Asian student, Tetsuya Yamamoto '80, also tried out for "The Royal Family," did not read one of the lead roles and did not get called back. "Ideally," he says, "it would be best if directors and the audience could disregard people's backgrounds, but I don't think they can." Yamamoto isn't sure whether his ethnicity prevented him from winning a part in Garry's play, but he says he has felt "discouraged" from seeking non-Asian parts because the audience may not be receptive...

Author: By Michel D. Mcqueen, | Title: All in the Family | 10/5/1979 | See Source »

...first two seasons at Harvard, Kellogg was again a defensive standout, despite another position switch, this time to link. But she says her move this year to forward has been her best opportunity. While not purely an offensive position, the change allows her to help coordinate the Crimson's scoring threat...

Author: By Michelle D. Healy, | Title: Elaine Kellogg Team Leader With Eyes for a Title | 10/5/1979 | See Source »

...first few minutes of the film set the tone for the miracle that follows. Simple peasants in turn-of-the-century Italy harvest corn accompanied by a wildly triumphant organ, Bach at his exultant best. Each frame of the film could have been the master work of a Rembrant. The combination brought my emotions to my throat where, throughout the rest of the film, they threatened to burst forth like rainbows and flowers from the top hat of a Peter Max figure. And I'm not kidding...

Author: By Sarah M. Mcgillis, | Title: Truth and Beauty | 10/4/1979 | See Source »

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