Word: spring
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Dates: during 1900-1909
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...Spring football practice has been held every afternoon this week on Soldiers Field. The week thus far has been of the most elementary nature, and much attention has been given to kicking; the men are punting high with especial care in placing the ball. A new tandem formation for defense is being tried with good results. Short signal practice in which quick starting is required has put the men in much better condition than when they first came...
...first attack on the House Committee the writer shows his ignorance of facts. Contrary to his statement, last year's chairman was elected in the spring of 1903 when he had no intention of being away for the first half of this year and consequently the members of this committee cannot be blamed for electing a man who was to be absent for the greater part of his term. The next in accuracy is in reference to the appointment instead of the election last fall of the succeeding chairman. A glance at the records of the secretary of the House...
Schumann's symphony in Bb major is most appropriate to this season of the year, for it is always known as his "Spring" symphony. To quote the composer's own words: "I wrote the symphony in the vernal passion that sways men until they are very old, and surprises them again with each new year. The first entrance of trumpets is to be sounded as though from on high, like unto an awakening call; it begins to grow green everywhere, butterflies take wing, birds pour forth their melodies, and little by little all things come that pertain...
...order to assist Head Coach Wrightington to develop a winning eleven for next year, it is absolutely essential that more men come out for spring practice. There is a great dearth of suitable candidates for all positions, and every man in the University of weight or general athletic ability, whether or not he has had any experience, should make it his especial duty to come out for spring practice this year. The practice at this season is very important, for it enables the coaches to form some idea of the material available for next fall, and furthermore makes it possible...
...Spring football practice began yesterday on Soldiers Field, and will be held daily at 4 o'clock until the April recess. Twenty-seven men reported and were put through the elementary work, consisting of a few fast starts, kicking and falling on the ball. The work was spirited and gave evidence of promising material...