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...oration called "Scotch Granite," extolling Princeton's early President John Witherspoon. With generous gestures and booming voice, he delivered "Scotch Granite" whenever asked, passing it off many a time as extemporaneous. Because Edward Duffield's large bulk was mounted heavily upon large feet, he was sometimes called "Paddlefoot," 'and sometimes "How Firm a Foundation'' would be played when he entered prayer meeting...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Education: College at a Corner | 9/26/1932 | See Source »

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