Word: selfe
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Dates: during 1890-1899
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...Smith of Dorchester addressed the St. Paul's Society last night. He took his subject from the story of Jesus washing His disciples' feet. He said: Some people have very peculiar ideas of humility. It seems to some that to be humble is constantly to disparage one's self, to deny any good quality or talent that one may possess; but this is rather dishonesty than humility...
...School, 5th Avenue, New York, can be had at Leavitt's. The expense of providing the cups and medals for these tournaments has been heavy and heretofore has been borne by E. A. Caswell, a graduate of Yale. This year the managers of the tournament wish to make it self-supporting. It is hoped that all Harvard men who are in New York during the holidays will buy tickets. The price is only fifty cents...
...important element which helped to accomplish this was that of feeling; the dread of death, and the yearning for loved dead. Then the element of desire, whether for the individual or for others had wide influence. In its rude form this element was undoubtedly connected with the thought of self. The deep seated longing for after life testified to the worth of life. The ethical element also helped to establish the roots of faith in immortality. This element demanded that good should be rewarded and evil punished. Finally there remain to be mentioned the important doctrines of Resurrection and Transmigration...
...Football, as it should be played, teaches a man self-reliance, command over self, and perseverence. It cultivates perception, ability to judge quickly, and the power of concentration. A man to play football must have his wits about him. His opponent is pressing him closely; he must hear and interpret the signals as they are given and then act quickly. The moment the play starts he must call his physical and mental powers into activity. He must do his share of the work; he must look for unprotected places and govern himself accordingly. Obstacles are thrown in his way which...
Applications from graduates for not more than six tickets will be received till Monday by Manager Moore. Orders will be filled as received, provided that the price of each ticket in cash, check or draft, is enclosed with self directed stamped envelope in each application. The price of tickets ranges from...