Word: controlled
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Dates: during 1880-1889
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...such an attack, we can only say that the present method, while differing widely from the instruction which presents as its highest ideal a clarion cry and the famous "windmill act," is surely based upon the most fundamental rules of good speaking. Gentlemanly and dignified bearing, and full control of the vocal powers are certainly aims sufficiently elevated for even an elocutionist of the old school...
...faculty has again placed the control of the college yard in the hands of the students for the present season. Although this is entirely in harmony with the attitude of the faculty toward the students for some time past, still we must feel it very gratifying to have such matters left to us to whom we believe they rightfully belong. The slight disturbances in recent celebrations make this action all the more welcome. We look forward, then, to enthusiastic and impressive celebrations, which will lose nothing of their spontaneity by being systematic and orderly...
...eighty-seven board to day assumes control of the CRIMSON. Never has the outlook of any board been more favorable. The retiring board merit all praise for the successful manner in which they have fulfilled their work. The paper has steadily increased in circulation throughout the year, not only among the students, but also beyond the college. Yet, notwithstanding the success of the past year, we hope during the coming year to still further increase the usefulness of the CRIMSON. Mention has already been made that a daily communication with the college secretary has been established, and it is hoped...
...enthusiastic audience filled Boylston Hall to overflowing last night to hear Prof. Trealease deliver his lecture on the fertilization of flowers. Prof. Trelease had a thorough control of his subject and held the attention of the audience for an hour and a half; he spoke in a clear voice, and was ably aided by Mr. Huntington who kindly volunteered to manage the stereopticon which Prof. Cook generously lent for the occasion. Although the lecture was a thoroughly scientific one, it was not at all too abstruse to be be followed by the novices in the audience...
...makes little difference what profession a man takes, as long as he is not a round egg in a square hole. Be the man who, when he is told to do a thing, goes and does it. Have temperance, perseverance, self-control. Remember Horace's "Ne cede malis," and Holmes' verses beginning "Stick to your...