Word: learning
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Dates: during 1900-1909
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...they come and go, and not particularize in minute exposition. He is willing even that they disclose themselves and imply their own backgrounds. Oftener, however, the higher technique that would have saved him from some of his confusions and changes of key, for example, and that each man must learn for himself in his chosen profession, evades him, and naturally enough. Then his theatrical instinct that carries character, episode and feeling across the footlights, and his command of emotion save him. The best of the playwrights in their twenties see and feel, much more than they design and elaborate. Most...
...register. Payment of this fee does not preclude action by either of the administrative boards in the cases of students who register late. Students in good standing, living at a very considerable distance, who will be granted an extension of time at the beginning of the recess, may learn the exact amount by petitioning the recorder. No other students are excused from any of their appointments. No student to whom an extension of the recess is granted is thereby released from his responsibility to his instructors, nor is he thereby excused from hour examinations or written tests. Absence from Cambridge...
...appeals was instituted. In the fall of 1894 Mr. George decided to form a legislature and institute a system of coinage. The thought struck him that this meant a republic, and the next summer he formed the George Junior Republic. Three great lessons are taught the citizens. They learn that honest labor is something to be admired; they gather a knowledge of legal proceedings, and, most important of all, they learn the meaning of true citizenship, the one absolute essential of a democratic government...
...approval by the graduates present which proclaimed the song an immediate success. This success was further attested last night when the song was sung at the mass meeting under the direction of the composer and was called for time after time. It took but a few minutes to learn it as it had few difficulties to present and the spirit and rhythm of the lines were highly contagious. It was a wise move on the part of the Song Committee to make use of this song even at this late date in the season, as it has qualities which entitle...
...given the devotion of his entire life to Harvard." The President began by saying that there should be no regret at his resignation. He desires to leave the strenuous task before his faculties are impaired. A young man is needed, who will have to learn much, but who must pursue a steady policy, for that is the only way to gain success. President Eliot said that he had always been interested in athletics and in the success of the Harvard teams; but he has always believed that honor is first, success second. Last year's crew under the able lead...