Word: stepped
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Dates: during 1910-1919
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...meeting of the distance runners will be held in a few days to decide definitely as to whether or not the University R. O. T. C. will enter a team in the Patriot's Day marathon relay race. There have been some objections to such a step from members of the track team on the ground that the race comes during vacation. It is probable that the team will enter, however, as it will not be necessary for the men to remain at Cambridge all the week. It is planned to have them merely keep in condition by daily jogs...
With the President's signature to a bill which has long been before Congress, the daylight-saving plan has at last become a reality. A full hour is added to the days of the summer months which is certain to be a step toward increased war efficiency...
...this he was "hugely politic," for where almost a half-century ago he stood alone, the multitudes march today. In the meantime, he has not been standing still. His mind is not reminiscent. If you would awaken in him any eager interest, consult with him about the next step...
When we consider all possible advantages accruing from an Eastern advance into Russia and balance them against the inevitable harm which must certainly be its result, we can find no just reason for an American approval of the step. The need of concentrating all our energies upon the Western Front, and the avoidance of steps which may lead to irreparable stains upon the sublimity of our cause must guide our nation in the consideration of this harmful and ill-timed proposal...
...Wilson has now placed all exports to all countries under license by the War Trade Board. His proclamations also apply the license system to all imports. Thus the entire foreign commerce of the country is now placed under the license system of the War Trade Board. It is a step to reduce ocean carriage of non-essentials, so as to release ships for the transportation of troops and supplies...