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...than does the general public. The second impulse leading toward good is public opinion, which at college is strong, and strong it will be generally found, in denouncing that which is dishonorable and evil. The third beneficial force is philosophy. Some good certainly does result for the men who refrain from evil doing on purely philosophical grounds, and this good is greater at college where philosophy is taught than in the outside world. The fourth element is the good example of the extremely large majority of men at college who do their work conscientiously and well. Their influence for good...
...would ask men to refrain from showing their approval or disapproval while the rounds in sparring are going on. Last year much harm was done and much ill-feeling was caused by the failure of the spectators to control themselves. After the bouts are over it will be time for men to applaud, and if they disapprove, to keep silence...
...Yale freshmen have voted to refrain from any disturbance on Washington's birthday...
...open the canvass again, there seems to be little reason why, considering the interest, the results already obtained should not have been announced. The CRIMSON certainly bears the Union no ill-will. On the other hand, we hope for it a most successful year; and yet we cannot refrain from this one word of criticism upon a worthy society...
...gradual and very rational development, and should be welcomed by every Harvard man as a just extension of his own privileges. The next and final step is the adoption of the Harvard colors by every Harvard man; and none who are desirous to use this privilege should refrain on purely sentimental grounds, from wearing the black and red blazer. With due respect for our crew and nine, a monogram is all that either organization should claim...