Word: functions
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Dates: during 1890-1899
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...Function of Poetry. The Thirteenth Century in Italy. Monday, March...
...which attaches to them in the papers. For this, it must be admitted, there is some excuse. When college men admit to their sports any one who will pay for the entertainment, and carry this practice into cities where there is no college, they really take upon themselves the function of professionals; and the papers can not be greatly blamed if they call much attention to this incipient professionalism appearing where it would naturally be least expected. Newspaper notoriety, it would seem, can only be checked by the proposed restriction of college games to college grounds and college people, with...
...second week of Mr. John Drew's engagement at the Hollis begins March 11 and is certain to be a great event theatrically and will partake of the nature of a social function as well. Since he first became a star, three seasons ago, he has rapidly forged to the front, until he stands in the position of a leading American actor who produces American plays and with American companies. His art is such that there can be no denial of his success, and every play that he has produced has been noted, not alone for its literary merit...
...only function of a proctor to restrain the confirmed cheater. The presence of an instructor in the examination room serves also as a protection to the honorable man who does not wish to be disturbed by others less earnest than himself; it prevents in large measure such combinations of circumstances which might tempt those of no very strong powers of resistance, to cheat; and, finally, it is a matter of great convenience, all question of honor out of the consideration, to those who take examinations. The system of proctors, as now in force at Harvard, does not imply...
...superintendent, and he also should make annual reports to the board of inspectors. The chief duty of this body should be to make thorough inspection of the different schools, and promote, retain or discharge all teachers whom they see fit, with the exception of principals or head masters. Another function of this body should be the examination of all candidates for the position of teachers. Finally there should be an association of teachers elected by teachers, which should be called the "Council." All school programmes should be made by this board with the approval of the inspectors. The Council should...