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...regulated in such unsystematic manner that much, indeed, in the way of improvement can be wished far. Certain it is that existing conditions are far from being continue to the fullest assertion of the widely scattered musical ability latent in the College community. It is true that there now flourish the Musical Clubs and the Pierian Sodality; but, while they sometimes follow musical standards of reputability it cannot be said that real aesthetic interest in serious musical expression is their entire purpose, and that they are adequately representative of the full measure of Harvard's serious musical ability...
...even become acquainted while in college, the chances are immeasurable less of their working together for the University after graduation. When each man realizes in college the responsibility he will sometime bear as a Harvard graduate, then the Territorial Clubs will begin to serve their essential purpose and truly flourish...
...most important feature of the Register, indeed, its sole claim to publication apart from the University Catalogue, is its list of clubs and organizations of all sorts which flourish in the University. The lists of members are due today. Without a complete quota the Register will not be a register at all; it will be a failure. And the organization not entered on its pages is not far in character from "unlisted" stock--either tract of substantial value or culpable motives may be responsible for, its absence...
...action of those in charge of singing at the football games as indicated in the communication printed elsewhere in this issue seems singularly calculated to attain the end desired. Musical composition like all other forms of artistic endeavor does not flourish under competitive stimulus with a set occasion for its object. We may want new songs, but it is doubtful if they can best be obtained in the old way. On the other hand we realize that no amount of enthusiasm on the part of the students singing a song can contribute anywhere nearly as much toward the perfection...
...current issue of the Advocate appear two thoughtful bits of essay, some stories and verse, little better than mediocre, and a flourish of well-turned play reviewing. The array is by no means despicable. One hopes, however, with the editors, that the three months' Tri-collegiate Competition proposed for next year, will aid in raising the standard of contributions...