Word: commands
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Dates: during 1890-1899
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...ready to settle in life, they say, they will reform and become pure, religious men. They are mistaken. There is no short cut from sin to righteousness, and the only thing that can atone for their past is a complete change of inner feeling, which will not come at command. Good aspirations must precede any effort to reform, and the starting point must be the change of the very purpose of one's life...
...Graduates' Magazine for March, which appeared yesterday, will command widespread attention both in and beyond the university world, not only because the subjects of the principal articles are of especial interest at the present time, but also because they are ably treated by men whose opinions will be thought much of. The articles referred to are "A Professor's View of Athletics," by Professor Taussig, and "Needed Football Reforms," by R. W. Emmons...
...batteries still continue their work at the Carey Building and the results of faithful work and Mr. Keefe's coaching are beginning to be seen. The pitchers show better command of the ball and are able to throw the curves which they have learned with more speed than heretofore. The catchers are learning from experience to judge the curves with more certainty and some of them from present appearances will make good backstops. No choice can yet be made, as work in the cage does not bring out a catcher's all around ability...
...most applause at the rehearsal were Geronte and Scapin, the former played by H. Schurz '97, the latter by F. P. Chaves Sp. Both men did excellently. Schurz entered more naturally into the spirit of his part than did any other member of the cast, and was thoroughly in command of his lines, a point in which he surpassed Chaves. The minor part of Silvestre was admirably taken by L. C. Tuckerman '97. The cast as a whole showed a thorough knowledge and appreciation of their parts, due to the careful training they have received. It is safe...
...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...