Word: oneself
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Dates: during 1890-1899
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...should forget that he owes a duty to his people whose wishes should be consulted before committing oneself irrevocably to a course which might give them pain. I do not think that any man who now belongs to a military organization and who is familiar with its duties should hesitate to go when that body is called out. Others should consider carefully, and when the conscience tells them it is time to go, will serve the better for the delay, especially if they have in the meantime learned the manual of arms. No one can question the patriotism of Harvard...
These gatherings are informal in their nature Opportunity is given one to learn of the variety of work which is actually being undertaken by students and indirectly to benefit oneself by learning of the experience of others. Besides some general remarks by the director, Mr. Birtwell, short addresses are expected from Professor Peabody, Dr. Moxom, and Robert Ely of the Prospect Union...
These gatherings are informal in their nature. Opportunity is given one to learn of the variety of work which is actually being undertaken by students and indirectly to benefit oneself by learning of the experiences of others. Besides some general remarks from the director, Mr. Birtwell, short addresses are expected from Professor Peabody, President Eliot, Dr. Moxom and Dr. Putnam of Boston...
...first lecture of the year tonight in Sever 11 at 8 o'clock. He will then explain his classes in reading and speak upon reading aloud as a help towards appreciating literature; also of the importance and superior with the written word. A play of Shakespeare, when read to oneself, is dead, but read aloud, or on the stage it is exceedingly alive. Afterwards he will read selections from the modern poets...
...impossible that freshmen should know whether they are possessed of the requisite qualities. It will do less harm to try and find oneself deficient than not to try and lose the chance for valuable development. We invite all men who feel themselves suited for the position of editor to present themselves as candidates. The competition is open to the entire college. Members of ninety-five and ninety-six desiring to try will see the managing editor in the sanctum at two o'clock on any day except Saturday. A special call will be issued to the freshman class...