Word: true
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Dates: during 1890-1899
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...guilty of such offenses has doubtless in most cases passed the point where remonstrance, or representation of his conduct in its true light, could be of any avail. He would still, however, be influenced by the dread of detection and consequent summary punishment. We would urge that measures be taken to make that dread a very living one. If it were generally understood that not only the various library officials, but the students themselves, were sharply on the watch for violations of privilege, and would do their utmost to trace all concealed books to the responsible parties, the number...
...athletics by the desire to win at any cost. In this way the semi-professionalism now existing at some colleges is introduced. It rests largely with the alumni to check this dangerous tendency. They should use all their influence to put athletics where they belong-on the basis of true sport...
...three freshman musical societies have all been organized and are now well under way. The material is for the most part very good and many of the men have the advantage of being on the 'varsity clubs. This is especially true of the Mandolin Club, five of whose members are now with the 'varsity. As yet no concerts have been definitely arranged. The Faculty regulations forbid the clubs giving than more three concerts together but there will probably be formed from the Glee Club a triple quartette to sing at small entertainments...
...relied on; he is bound to be a failure in every way. The success of the team is of small importance. however, compared with the great principal which this election involves. The names of the candidates need not be mentioned, but if we are to have true democracy in Harvard athletics; if we ever hope to give the lie to that too common talk of "clique-favoritism," and "prep-school pull" in the make-up of our teams, now is the time for the Athletic Committee to put an act on record...
...this, and yet we find response only here and there. Under such hard conditions what would a brave man do? Have faith, work on and learn to wait. The truth will come and at any rate he will gain high virtues in the ministering of the Word, and every true word shall bring salvation...