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Before the movement, of which the battle of Chancellorsville is the principle feature, was undertaken, the army of the Potomac was in a bad state of demoralization incident to the abortive attempts under Burnside to overpower Lee. It was the first duty of Hooker, its new commander, to reorganize it...
"It is not often, at this time, that a distinctly literary man takes up his pen to write a play, a play meant for popularity. This is because literature has gone far astray of the stage, and in spite of the fact that the best literature is in the highest...
Most of Sumner's classmates did not anticipate for him more than ordinary success in life. But those who knew him best were impressed with his love for books and with something in his tone and manner which gave assurance that he would make his mark. This feeling grew stronger...
"The recent production of the "Birds" of Aristophanes was regarded by the committee as rather a hazardous undertaking, for although Greek tragedy has now abundantly proved its power over modern audiences, it was thought very doubtful if the old comedy was equally suitable for revival. And, notwithstanding the brilliant success...
In a recent communication a correspondent speaks of the necessity of having some employe of the college whose business it would be to keep the yard free from all "muckers" and other intruders and the cries and tumult which they are sure to bring. Especially is this to be desired...