Word: controlling
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Dates: during 1900-1909
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Professor Shaler holds that the facts established by evolution point clearly and surely to the conclusion that there is an intelligent principle in control of the Universe. "To those," he says, "who have devoted themselves to natural inquiry, at the same time keeping their minds open to the large impression which that field affords, there generally comes a conviction as to the essential rationality of the operation. They have to consider facts which cannot be otherwise that a mighty kinsman of man is at work behind it all. Again and again the naturlist feels that this or that feature...
...first part of the practice was punting, Sawin kicking to Daly and Kendall, with Campbell and Hallowell running down the field. Stillman and Ellis also made some long twirling punts. No line-up followed, but both regular men and substitutes ran through signals for twenty-five minutes. The self-control of the men was perfect; there was no fumbling or missing of signals. Lewis had the forwards in good shape, and they started quickly and hard. The backs were slow at first, but improved perceptibly under coaching. Ellis showed up very well, both in carrying the ball and in helping...
...Fitzpatrick '02, C. P. McCarthy '02, and M. Seasongood 1L. The speaking was uniformly good, though some of the men showed the need of coaching in minor points of gesture and delivery. R. C. Bruce '02 spoke especially well, showing excellent argumentative work and unusually good control of his voice. W. Catchings '01 devoted his attention partly to showing that the Filipinos would in time develop a feeling of national spirit. He was clear and logical and spoke with good emphasis. H. P. Chandler '01 spoke deliberately and had the advantage of a very good voice. P. E. Fitzpatrick...
...tramps' lodging house, which is under the control of the Y. M. C. A., is a place where men may get food and lodging for a certain amount of work. The institution is self-supporting...
...whole political system." He maintains, however, that in spite of the recent violent outbreak of discontent and in spite of the commotion caused by the Spanish war, neither party has been deprived of its essential characteristics. Both theories contain truth and both are essential. The Democratic ideas should control when political issues are on tendencies and theories of government; the Republican, when there are times of foreign danger and necessity for practical and strong legislation. In thus summing up the composition and policies of the two parties, he says in his closing paragraph, "A citizen . . . will support the strong government...