Word: questionable
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Dates: during 1880-1889
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...beings have lived, the lecturer said that it bore the same relation to what is commonly known as the historic period as the whole life of a man of seventy bears to his last three months But whatever may be man's age, his origin is still an open question...
...Ward then passed on to the question of man's development, and gave a brief outline of the Darwinian theory. In conclusion the lecturer said a few words about the development of mind, and showed the distinction between instinct and reason...
This pamphlet, forming No. LVIII of the "Question of the lay" series, is a reprint of an article which appeared in the October number of the Harvard Monthly. It is a candid discussion of American politics from the standpoint of an independent. The evils of our present system are clearly set forth, especially the ineffectiveness of our legislative bodies and the danger of a partisan civil service. Recognizing the necessity of organization, Mr. Storey deplores the supremacy of the party spirit now so predominant in politics. He suggests as a substitute the organization of local clubs for the purpose...
...Question: "Resolved, Should railroads be owned and managed by the State...
...Question: "Resolved, That the United States should maintain the independence and neutrality of the Samoan Islands...