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Then I turned and quickly left them, almost fled from them. I did not care what color my conduct must show; I only wanted to be alone...
Glad to have been deceived in my condition, and learning that I was a stranger, he offered to show me the city. I asked where I was, and the man replied that the place was Infinity. This answer prepared me for the wonders...
...What sentiments of admiration she must feel!" At that moment I was just opposite them. "Oh, how he cleaves the air!" It was her soft voice. How sweet! But what did I hear? The sound of their united laughter? Did they mock me? My blood curdled. I'd show them whether I could cleave the air. I could have cleft the earth to have plunged them both therein. My indignation breathed new energy into my wearied frame. A reckless, frenzy seized me. In rapid alternation my feet pressed the flying treadles. I leaned far forward, and rode at fearless speed...
...athletic men, no pride in class, or individual reputation. The only praise that was given was that in theatricals, singing, and general good fellowship it was above the average. This feeling in the University was perceived by '82, and its injustice was resented. A determination and tacit agreement to show themselves in their true light consciously or unconsciously influenced '82 from the beginning of its Junior year. The fruits of this determination have been gradual, but not the less apparent. During the last week they have appeared in their maturity. We do not believe in glorification, but we do wish...
...part. From the beginning of the controversy with Yale, the Crimson has been strongly in favor of a race with that college, and has thought any other course except that of New London impossible. We trust that this answer will sufficiently explain our own position, and will show, at the same time, that we fully agree with our captain in most of the grounds urged by him against New London...