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THE LITERATURE LECTURES.
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Third, the power of shaping and ap-
preciating ideas of value. Not all ideas
are fitted for literary expression;
neither can mere form be good form,
nor could it ever be true literature.
Even truth must be felt, in order to be
fit matter for literature. ‘When the
soul is seized with enthusiasm and
warmth in contemplating the value of |
any object, literature ensues.’ Ideas of
value are of three kinds: they may be
classified as ideas of happiness, of force
and sublimity, and of moral excellence.
Ideas of happiness were defined, as all
those which appeal to the senses, or in
which sensation plays a part; they
would thus include ideas of sorrow or
pain, no less than those of pleasure. All
those may have for man a deep spirit-
ual significance, and thus be worthy
subjects of literature. The realist, in
fact, regards all matters whatsoever as
fitted for literary treatment; ‘but this
reduces literature to the standard of .
newspaper-reporting, and makes _ its
only excellence consist in form. All.
facts may become fit subjects for a work
of art; but, to this end, ideas of value
must be added, if they are not already
present. As illustrations of this truth,
Prof. Ladd cited Rembrandt’s ‘Lesson
in Anatomy, and some of the works of
Tolstoi.
Poetry appeals to the heroism in the
soul of man; but ideas of force alone
are not sufficient for this; spiritual ele-
ments must be present, if the appeal is
to be effectual.
Even moral excellence, taken alone, is
insufficient for literature; but beauty
and goodness are closely allied. The
bad man is forever cut off from the best
in literature. ‘If current diletantism
ever really meets sturdy morals in liter-
ature, it must go to the ground.’ The
ethically fine must be at the bottom of
the greatest literature; and this is a plea
for the best literature, no less than for
high morality. The loftiest art can
have its spring only in a grand charac-
ter; it is no wonder that the master-
pieces are so few.
The speaker, in conclusion, spoke of
the mission of literature, saying that it
stretches out its hands in behalf of
thumanity to the better beyond; it longs
and seeks after the ideal.
‘OBJECT OF THE COURSE.
The object of the course of lectures
which has just been outlined was well
stated by Professor Morris. He said,
‘A college should be a place where defi-
nite standards in criticism are recog-
nized. The purpose of this course is
to show that such standards exist,”
and he might have added, to help
point them out to those who have
not yet found them. This it is—
the work of Yale’s specialists—which
has made the course so valuable and so
successful; the men who know and who
have attained, after long years of labor,
have united to give to others their very
best, working in harmony for the gen-
eral culture. This course has in it much
of promise for the time to come; it
points the way .to further synthetic
work among the various departments
and suggests that in the future the high-
est intellectual work of the University, °
no less than its work on the athletic
field and the debating platform, will be
a product of the old Yale principle—
cooperation of the specially efficient for
the advantage of all.
a SIEM S ea Se
CREW COACHING.
F. A. Stevenson Believes the Present
System a Good One.
On Wednesday of last week, Wash-
ington’s Birthday, Dr. Gallaudet was
assisted in his work with the Univer-
sity Créw candidates, by the following
men, members of former Yale eights:
John Rodgers, 87; F. A. Stevenson,
88; -G. S. Brewster, ’91; J. A. Hart-
well "89 Ss; SB ives. 93. Wo. RK.
‘Cross, 96; Payne Whitney, ’98; J. O.
Rodgers, ’98, and Gen. W. W. Skiddy,
BR Ss
Owing to the severe weather the har-
bor was not available, so the work was
confined to morning and afternoon
practice in the tanks.
After the day’s work was over Mr.
Stevenson was asked to express his
opinion of the Eight. “It is hard, of
course,” he said, “for one who has seen
so little of the Crew to tell much about
it, but the material seems fully up to
the average and perhaps a little better
than the average. If properly handled
there is every reason for believing that
Yale’s Crew this year will be a good
one. But after all, it is not the material,
but the way in which it is coached, that
makes the winning crew. I heartily
approve of the present system of coach-
ing; in fact I consider it the only satis-
factory method. By it, the candidates
have the benefit of the experience of
many men who have rowed, and besides,
coaches who return occasionally, may
find faults which may be overlooked by
a man with the crew constantly.” Mr.
Stevenson expressed great confidence
in Dr. Gallaudet’s ability as a coach,
and said that the old Yale oarsmen,
particularly those living not far from
New Haven, must give their hearty
cooperation, now that the system was
so well launched.
On Tuesday sliding seats were em-
ployed in the tank work for the first
time this year. The stroke has been
kept down to about 20 to the minute
and special attention has been paid to
distinguishing between the fast and
slow parts of the recovery.
On Saturday the first crew went to
the harbor after half an hour’s work in
the tank, but the practice was confined
to short stretches owing to the floating
ice. The order was as follows: Stroke,
Ireland; 7, Griswold; 6, Allen; 5,
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Cross; 4, Flint; 3, Niedecken; *2,
Wickes; 1, Greenleaf. The average
weight of this crew is about 173 pounds.
Illness prevented Williams and Brock
from rowing the latter part of last week.
P. R. Bolton, ’86S., was with the
Crew on Saturday and he is expected
in New Haven again next week with
J. A. Hartwell and S. B. Ives. :
The squad has been reduced again
and now numbers about twenty-five
men. J. O. Rodgers, ’98, who was in
New Haven from Tuesday until Fri-
day of last week devoted most of his
time to the Freshman candidates.
Pennsylvania won the sixth annual
debate with Cornell, Friday night, Feb.
24, chiefly through her strength in re-
buttal. Each University has now won
three debates.
Professional Schools.
YALE MEDICAL SCHOOL.
86th Annual Session, Oct. 6, 1898.
The course leading to the degree of Doetor of
Medicine in Yale University is graded, covers four
years, and consists of systematic, personal instruc-
tion in laboratory, class-room and clinic.
For announcements, send tothe Dean. —
HERBERT E. Smitu, New Haven, Conn.
NEW YORK LAW SCHOOL “3.32
_ “DWIGHT METHOD’’ OF INSTRUCTION.
Day School, 35 Nassau St. Evening School, 9 W. 18th St.
LL.B. in two years; LL.M. in three years. Prepares
for bar of all States. Number of students for the past
year (1897-98), '759, of whom 269 were college gradu-
ates. The location of the Schoolin the midst of courts
and law offices affords invaluable opportunities to gain
a knowledge of court procedure and practical affairs.
GEORGE CHASE, Dean, 35 Nassau St.
SCHOOLS.
THE CUTLER SCHOOL,
No. 20 E. 50TH ST., NEW YORK CITY.
Two hundred and twenty pupils have been
prepared for College and Scientific Schools
since 1876, and most of these have entered
YALE, HARVARD, COLUMBIA or PRINCETON.
THE KING SCHOOL, ®*6NR”
One hundred and twelve boys have been success-
fully prepared here for college in recent years.
Of these a large number have entered Yale.
Ten boarding pupils are taken at $600 each.
H. U. KING, Principal.
THE PRATT TEACHERS’ AGENCY
Recommends teachers to colleges, schools, families
Advises parents about schools
Wm. O. PRATT, MANAGER :
70 FIFTH AVE., NEW YORK
THE HOTCHKISS SCHOOL
LAKEVILLE, CONN.
An endowed school, devoted exclusively
to preparation for college, or scientific
school, according to Yale and Harvard stan-
dards.
A limited number of scholarships, some
of which amount to the entire annual fee,
are available for deserving candidates of
slender means who can show promise of
marked success in their studies.
EDWARD G. Coy, Head Master.
Out-of-Door-Life and Study for Boys.
THE ADDRESS OF
THE THACHER SCHOOL
is Nordhoff, [Southern] California.
CHESTNUT HILL ACADEMY,
CHESTNUT HILL, PHILADELPHIA, PA.
The courses of study and the methods of
instruction are adapted to the requirements
of the best colleges. Catalogues on applica-
tion. JAS. L. PATTERSON, Head-master.
Connecticut, Greenwich.
Academy and Home for 10 Boys
Academy, 73d year; Home, roth. Noted for suc-
cessful mental, moral, and physical development of
pupils. Thorough teaching, genuine and beautiful
home. Unsurpassed healthfulness. References.
'. H. Root, Principal.
GIRLS’ SCHOOLS.
Miss ANNIE BROWN’S
BOARDING AND DAY SCHOOL FOR GIRLS
Primary, Preparatory, Academic and Musical
Departments. Preparation for college; certificate
accepted by Vassar, Smith and Wellesley. Ad-
vanced courses and advantages of New York City
for special students. Otis Elevator.
741. 713, 715, 717 FIFTH AVENUE.
ST. MARGARET’S SCHOOL
WATERBURY, CONN.
Miss MARY R. HILLARD, Principal.
Reference by permission to President Dwight,
Yale University; Principal C. F. P. Bancroft,
Phillips Academy.
SEMINARY
PF HartFrorp, Conn.
WOODSIDE ue
FOR GIRLS. %
Easter Term, Jan. 4, 1899.
Miss SARA J. SMITH, Principal.
