Word: problems
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Dates: during 1910-1919
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...season the defensive work of the forward line has been below standard; weakness having been apparent in each contest. To develop a line strong enough to stop the attack of the Princeton backfield and at the same time capable of aiding its own backs on the offence is the problem which is confronting the coaches. The return of Pennock should materially strengthen the line, and throughout the week individual attention will be directed to the perfecting of a stronger forward defence...
...outset most of the available material was totally lacking in any experience whatsoever, but four men on the squad having ever played in a college football contest. The biggest problem which confronted Coach Yost at this period of the season was the formation of a dependable line. One regular, Captain Raynsford, constituted the entire nucleus about which the forward defence had to be constructed. At this time the backfield had every indication of being strong, fast and powerful, with individual stars aiding it particularly. Hughitt, at quarter, was the best man who had ever filled this position in the football...
This service, held exclusively for Freshmen, is a custom which has existed for several years, but this year it is especially essential that the class of 1918 attend in large numbers, since the Freshman dormitories are presenting a new problem to the Chapel committee Owing to their remote situation, the men do not seem to realize that morning Chapel is conducted for the University at large, of which they form an important part, and consequently the Freshman class has been decidedly backward in attendance. The service will last only 5 minutes and it is hoped that all Freshmen will take...
...Yard. No further action was taken, however, until last spring, when additional funds sufficient to move three more trees were offered from other sources. Professor Fisher, in charge of the work of restoring and protecting the trees in the Yard, then undertook a thorough investigation of the problem. With the aid of F. L. Olmsted '94, J. W. Chapman S.D. '11, H. J. Koehler, and Henry Hicks, studies of the soil conditions were made, and the trees on Boston Common were studied to observe the results of transplanting and protective measures against insects. When it was decided that the transplanting...
...which the business of their own communities was done. Professor Lewis J. Johnson, who spoke next declared that while America had undoubtedly the best set of political ideals, it was only gradually that the machinery could be perfected for the fulfillment of those ideals. It is essential that the problem of perfecting this machinery be fairly faced and the aid secured of the best ability the country has to offer...