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Dates: during 1890-1899
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When he returned he had the skins and skeletons of thirty-five gorillas, but for years the full value of this collection was not recognized. Neither the Smithsonian Institute nor Harvard cared for them...
...seem, are actually judging institutions by their ability to play football. Something must be done, and done soon, to turn some of the enthusiasm which now holds almost exclusively to athletic contests. Though oratory and argument cannot be practiced on an open field every afternoon before grand stands full of enthusiastic students, they are yet, in their quiet way, quite as important as football; and the sooner people see their importance, the sooner the false impression which follows this athletic craze will be dispelled. At tonight's debate every man who cares to compete will be given a chance...
...offers a lecture by Paul Du Chaillu, the African explorer. Mr. Du Chaillu is a fascinating man to meet, and in his books and lectures there is the charm of first-hand knowledge of his subject which is present in his conversation. His career has been a varied one, full of exciting adventures and interesting experiences and of these he speaks very entertainingly. His lecture is sure to be valuable for the information it will contain and delightful in the way in which this information will be presented...
...such a trial, it is a great thing for a man to say, "Thy will be done, as in heaven, so on earth." He who in midst of health and strength gives up his life to God, is a great soul, but he who meets disaster with a full trust in Providence is even a greater...
...Chemical Club was founded in 1885, but this year promises to be the most prosperous it has had. It has now a membership of about sixty, double that of last year. Men from Chemistry 3 are now eligible, the only requirement being that a candidate must have had one full course in chemistry...