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...superiority or feeling of class distinction. We attack the colleges because the colleges through their existing organization and the affection of their alumni offer a definite basis for attack; because, also, we believe that the college man is especially qualified to form an opinion and especially bound to exert an influence in the impending struggle. The coming election will squarely test the capacity of the people of New York to appreciate the benefits of a clean, efficient and disinterested administration. The blessings of good government are felt indeed by the poorest and most ignorant of the population; but to many...
Stillman pitched steadily, although he did not seem to exert himself to any extent. While striking out eight men, he allowed only six safe hits, and gave no bases on balls. He also showed improvement in batting. Stephenson, who caught in the last three innings, showed improvement, but lacked the speed and accuracy of Kernan's throwing. Clarkson batted well, with a home run and a single to his credit, and made one excellent throw home from centre field in the eighth inning...
...been expected to win, caught his spike just before the last hurdle and falling, was passed by both Willis and Fisher. The other Yale entries were shut out by Converse and Bird in the second trial heat, and the three Harvard men, with Willis out, did not exert themselves in the final heat which was won by Converse in 17 seconds. Bird was second and Fisher third. Harvard 15, Yale...
...statute says that the Mayor shall enforce the law and the people have declared themselves in favor of enforcement. There is therefore but one course open to the executive and that is vigilant enforcement. If Mayor Low by vigilance enforces the law in but one instance, he should exert himself to that...
...distinct and immediate need for Harvard men to assist in organizing and conducting clubs of the children of the district. The influence and prestige of the Reading Room have grown rapidly in the few months since its foundation, and the organization is powerful and popular enough to exert a strong influence in the community about it. The circulation of books is the least part of the scheme of the Reading Room; only by the indirect influence of men exerted through personal touch with children in the clubs can the organization help to uplift the tone and character of the neighborhood...