Word: skill
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Dates: during 1900-1900
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...were recognized in Plutarch's day as inventions, due chiefly to Athenian patriotism, which glorified Theseus at the expense of Minos. Nevertheless, Minos is in reality the sole and genuine embodiment of the political greatness achieved in Mycenaean days, just as Daedalus, the architect of Minos, impersonates the marvellous skill in handicrafts and arts that marked the days when Minos ruled the sea. Both of them are strangely metamorphosed by many whimsical legends which bear more or less on Knossian history. It is important to note, however, that the discoveries just made at Knossos indicate the palace at Knossos...
...Wetmore, president of the Harvard Club of New York, then presented the boat house to the University and expressed the hope that it will foster a spirit and develop a skill that will bring to Harvard many victories in rowing. The determination and perseverance characteristic of Harvard are typified in the building of the present boat house on the ashes of the one burned last Christmas, and the gift of the New York alumni is a demonstration of the friendship and enthusiasm which Harvard alumni feel for Harvard institutions...
...plenty of strength in his running, but did not make enough use of his interference. The opportunity he lost by this was shown by the success gained by Kernan and Swann, who stuck to their interference throughout and made use of every advantage given them. Kernan also showed skill in throwing off tacklers which was lacking in the other backs. Stillman was weak in line bucking, but his punting was excellent. With good work by the ends he would have gained much ground by this, as his punts averaged forty yards...
...best piece in the number is "Hank Peters' Code," by F. R. DuBois. Aside from being a clever character study, it shows a thorough knowledge of the customs and surroundings of a miner's life. "The One who Laughs Last," by C. R., is written with some skill, but the subject is not of enough interest to hold the attention closely. Of the four selections of verse, the most deserving of mention is "The Old South," by Paul Foster Strout. It is thoughtfully done and shows real feeling and appreciation. Other verses are "Autumn," and "The Coming of the Night...
...lack of heavy material, high tackling and fumbling. Beginning with today each man will receive individual coaching from experienced players. The department of kicking will be given especial attention. It has not yet been decided who will be picked for this work since no man has shown any special skill in that direction. The next game scheduled is with Exeter on Saturday, Nov. 3. A short time after this game a permanent captain will be elected...