Word: know
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Dates: during 1930-1939
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...there is another Eskimo that can draw half as well," said Artist Kent, "I don't know of his existence. I know for a fact that nothing produced in Greenland is even comparable. Ranking with all comers he certainly is one of the foremost of artists who have drawn in the North. On more specific grounds I would cite for their special excellence his perspective, his action, his strong sense of both the pictorial and dramatic impact, and above all, the values in his comprehensive epic of Eskimo life...
Those who did not know of Stravinsky's devotion to Mozart were surprised when he offered a Mozart concerto next. They were more surprised when a young U. S. pianist, performing on four days' notice, sat down and played the Mozart with skill and understanding, went on to play the hard piano part of Stravinsky's Capriccio without a flaw...
...myself, 'No man has ever been blessed throughout life as I have been.' And of all His blessings, this one stands high, that you are able to take up the refrain into your own life. With the confidence of the people of this diocese, which will, I know, ripen into affection, you will go in and out among them carrying the gospel of a joyful, grateful service, singing to yourself, 'Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless His Holy Name...
...presence of Professor Gropius at Harvard will, in the opinion of those who know his work and personality, make the School of Design a mecca for the best architectural talent in the country. It is believed by observers that his influence in every way will be felt strongly and at once, and that that influence will be an entirely beneficial one for the School and the University. His appointment is indeed a fortunate one, and Dean Hudnut is to be congratulated on his success in securing...
Some liberal faculty members, including President James B. Conant, are friendly with him. From his wide contacts, Wolff is said to know more about what is going on at Harvard than anyone else except the President of The Crimson. (WHEE!) News-Week...