Word: idler
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Dates: during 1870-1879
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...almost everything. The average of their health is better, and it is therefore natural that their best men should be better than ours. But Mr. Blaikie's book is not intended as a manual for athletes only; far from it. It is addressed to the student, and to the idler as well, and, by following the practical advice which it gives, the former will be all the better fitted for study, and the latter will be spurred to some occupation. Not the least interesting are two chapters especially devoted to the question of physical education in women, - which...
...four weeks before the Annuals begin. The generous regard for our comfort and convenience, which has thus been shown by the members of the Faculty in giving us early notice of these crucial tests, deserves our hearty thanks. Whether a man is a hard-working student or an indefatigable idler, he cannot fail to acknowledge his indebtedness to those gentlemen who have made this early publication of the schedule...
...Some idler strolls; and while his port he sips...