Word: holdes
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Dates: during 1950-1959
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...being alone at times with a date. At Wellesley there is no problem. This is one of the advantages of a rural campus. Among the favorite spots are the so-called "spoonholders." These are defined by the yellow booklet as "pavilions along the lake, so named because they hold 'sh--secret!) spooners...
Both institutions feel they have a certain hold on Harvard. And they do, too. But the Harvardman has not yet lost the last vestiges of his independence. He can still decide for himself whether he prefers the urbanized sophistication of Radcliffe or the simple, rural charms of Wellesley. A decision should not be based on the convenience of the Annex, either. As one Wellesley girl pointed out, "We're used to riding the trolleys with Harvardmen...
...Republicans say they want experience in practical politics. But "practical politics" involves more than biennial canvassing, and what experience could be more practical than actual political debating? The Republicans say they do not want to weaken their organization. What better way to strengthen their organization than to hold debates and caucuses within their club before arriving at a public position? The Republicans say they do not want to be forced to choose sides, and even here their fears are groundless. For what is to prevent the Republicans from sending to the Forum an uncommitted delegation divided equally between...
Even the advanced students were surprised by the case with which the holds work. For example, one instructor demonstrated a combination press and neck hold. "Don't use much pressure. Just take your time. All you have to do is shut off the brain's blood supply." He grinned and began. The victim was on his back smiling for twenty seconds before his eyes glazed and face blanched. Later, while the instructor massaged his neck, he noted, "All of a sudden, whom...
After a good natured warning about a wrist hold ("Don't get carried away now; but if you ever have to use it, give a good jerk and pop, it breaks."), an instructor demonstrated the evening's final highlight, the Boston Crab. The heels eventually join the head with obvious consequences. Everyone smiled appreciatively...