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...favorably with, nay exceed the European average rate of fast marching. There was little or no pillage committed by our volunteers, and even when greatly incensed they were always subservient to their officers, although eatables were always appropriated, for the military fare was by no means savory. As a rule, the American volunteer was not impulsive; and, from his stoical and quiet demeanor, under favorable or adverse circumstances, he has gained the name from some critics of being apathetic. This is not so. The menwere fighting for the Union and not for any glory or financial gain, and they gave...
...rule at Cornell, all students found deficient in physical development are excused from drill, and compelled to perform a regular course of gymnasium work...
...play up to the required standard. Warmer weather and worthier opponents will doubtless attract more spectators than turned out on Saturday. Good support from the rest of the college helps the nine to play well. Large audiences and plenty of enthusiasm for good plays should be the rule throughout the season...
...recent meeting of the Rugby Foot Ball Association, in London, the question of abolishing the rule allowing "mauls in goal" was brought up. It was decided, however, by a majority of two to one to retain the rule...
...played. In these games the college nines have all made a very favorable showing, so much so that there can be no doubt that the contest this year will be one of even greater interest than has been the case in the past. The college clubs are as a rule far better than those of last year, and all are determined to make a hard fight for the lead. The rules of our faculty necessarily do much to handicap the nine, and the lateness of the season is another drawback. In spite of these disadvantages we feel sure that...