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Indeed, the well-stocked herb garden can supply potions and lotions for almost any need or occasion. Basil, still used in snuff, "maketh a man merry and glad," vowed 16th century Herbalist John Gerard. A potion to keep one awake? How about lemon balm, the "scholar's herb," which medieval students drank as tea to keep them alert during exams? A pot of basil in a kitchen window is said to discourage flies; fennel, which has a mild licorice taste, also keeps fleas away from dogs ("Plant fennel near to kennel"). Many herbs make subtle dyes for cotton, silk...
...will refuse to support an effort to provide equal access for men and women--even if it requires a reduction in men--are hurting, unwittingly, the university they love so dearly. Conant was fond of showing guests to his office the plaque on his desk. "Behold the Turtle. He Maketh Progress Only When His Head Sticketh Out," the plaque read. Harvard's alumni appear to understand better than many administrators that if Harvard is to continue its progressive path, it must discard the myths that have persuaded it to withhold equal access from women. Contributions to Radcliffe 1973-1974 Programs...
From the day man first sipped the liquid collecting around honey or fruit left too long in a warm place, alcohol has played an important role in his life. Early in history, wine became-and still is-an integral part of religious ceremonies. The Bible acknowledged the "wine that maketh glad the heart of man" (Psalms 104: 15), and Pasteur called it "the most healthful and hygienic of beverages." In the hectic modern world, hundreds of millions of people drink liquor, beer or wine for enjoyment, solace and tranquillity. Yet today, as it has throughout history, alcohol is also troubling...
...course, manners maketh men, not policies, and it will take more than affability and good intentions to repair the moral ravages of Watergate. The President still maintains a curious attitude of detachment from the White House and the office of the Presidency. He continues to view the Watergate scandal from the wings, implying that it was something done by people he hardly knew and for whom he was not responsible. His new State of the Union message last week left the clear impression that he feels Congress is almost entirely responsible for not producing an adequate legislative program...
...wise son maketh a glad father...