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...surprised to learn that comparatively few men have joined the athletic association this year. For the last few years the average has been two hundred and fifty; for this year, however, the number has not exceeded one hundred and thirty-a remarkable falling off. We fail to see any reason for this decrease in membership. The H. A. A. has certainly done its duty to the college, and naturally expects the college to do its duty...
...Index has at last made its appearance, as we learn from the card of the publisher, printed in another column. The publication of this most important annual has never before been so long delayed, and in consequence, the students have been rather impatient at the absence of the reference book whose arrival is so eagerly awaited. Since the delay this year was unavoidable, we can only regret its occurrence without feeling called upon to bestow any censure, but it is to be hoped that next year such arrangements will be made as will enable the editor of the work...
...magnificent collection of volumes, forming the largest and most complete college library in America, Though it was early in the afternoon, we noticed that the library was gradually growing dark, and that the students were slowly, and, as it seemed, reluctantly, leaving the building. What was our surprise to learn that no artificial light whatever is allowed in the building! It is certainly far from being to the credit of the authorities that such a state of affairs should be allowed to exist. Owing to the required attendance at lectures and recitations, the students have but limited time to spend...
...will be glad to learn that the rumor about Hurd, '88 leaving college is entirely unfounded. He is still here and says that he intends to remain here...
From the Yale News we learn that the enthusiastic supporters of the blue have organized a club for polo playing on roller skates. Coupled with this report comes the alarming statement that this new departure is made with a view of bringing one more championship to New Haven, for we are informed that a strong team has already been put in training, and that a challenge has been sent to the Harvard Polo Club. But this time, though it is evident that Yale is hunting for one more scalp wherewithal to complete the mural decorations of its wigwam, Harvard must...