Word: reade
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Dates: during 1890-1899
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...discommode his neighbor, by abusing these privileges to his utmost. It is a common occurrence when you wish to consult some reserved books in the departmental alcoves, to find some grasping individual in the same course comfortably seated with all the desirable volumes piled up before him, to be read at his convenience. Under these circumstances, even, it is very unpleasant to ask the gentleman to relinquish his claim to some of the books. When, however, he complacently encircles the pile with his arms, and uses it as a table for the particular book he is reading at the time...
...pity, however, that anyone should be so inconsiderate of the needs of others. The object of reserving books is to make sure of one place at least where prescribed and voluntary reading may always be found, Now it stands to reason that everyone cannot be accommodated at the same time; though the system is incomplete, it is a great blessing. And when one or two men monopolize anywhere from three to six books when they are practically assured that others are wanting them, they show an inconsiderate and selfish spirit which is certainly to be deplored. Let a man take...
...SALE. - An almost new, large upright Hallet & Davis piano. Very cheap. Address H. I. K., 32 Read...
...SALE. - An almost new, large upright Hallet & Davis piano. Very cheap. Address H. I. K., 32 Read...
...DAVIS, JR.,14 Read's Block.Name and address on collar...