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well exist scperatoly, would, in n singlolinstaucc, bo a
mnltor of inquiry. But tlio fact is, whore -vo fliul the
highest ninl most general morality, there wo And faith;
where wo Unci regenerating influences or nny sort, there
wo find faith: where wo And tho highest avcrago intelli
gence, there wo And faith. Where wo And not faith, there
wo And not these. And failh Is always foremost. And
in proportion as the failh, so are tho olliors. Hero are
all tho laws for determining cause and effect. Hero is as
good evidence of tho cause of observed phenomena, as
we have that rain assists the growth of vegetation . The
argument is this; Tho mistake of tho ranter lies in try
ing to scparato two tilings that aro invariably observed
together. Because tho faith seems to him absurd, ho
would destroy it, when ho has no assuranco to givo of tho
continuance from other causes of faith's effects, which h
Admires. Nor docs it appear to have occurred to him
that tho seeming absurdity may ariso from a faultiu tho
constitution of his mind.
The conservative says, since I am unable to prove a
different cause for the effects which I observe, I accept
the ones already apparent, This is adherence to an old
institution, not because it is old, but because there is
nothing new to take its place. And this is conservatism,
and I say we need it.
Tho tide of opposition to the study of classics, that a
lew years ago was at its height affords a good illustration
of tho work of rantism in education. The word "practi
cal," like "progressive," came into popular use, and the
ranters discovered that nearly the whole time spent by our
learned men of the last century in college was wasted.
They would have us believe that they could offer a
course of study every branch of which would be of im
mediate use in practical life. Thus the error of valuing
knowledge for its own sake was spread, and discipline
was consigned, for the time, to a secondary place. We
saw tho University of Berlin compelled by the German
government to admit students from the rcal-tchulc on
terms of equal fooling with the well. trained gymnastic
graduates. The result is unsatisfactory. Tho old, worn,
out, conservative theory is proved, that for the highest
success in any department of study, the mental disci
pline afforded only by the classics is ncccssaiy. So that
now, after ten years of (rial, we And tho (acuity of the
University just named uuamimous in requesting the gov.
eminent to restore the old order of things. In our own
country, the tide is turning again in favor of tho old Hir
ed curriculum. The number of classical students is on
the increase. "Whether wo will or not, we aro
paying a tribute to the conservative idea.
So tho conflict goes on. The great question of faith
versus unbelief, being more important, and of greater
scope, will not bo settled so soon as the minor ones.
But it will be settled. The voice of the ages is the voice
wipclom. And wisdom Amis her own in all ages. For
the ranter, wo havo no need. To the radical let us say,
God speed you. But while ho suggests changes and
works revolutions, he will ever read tho advice of
Conseivalism. She will continue to correct his errors,
perfect his methods, check his impetuosity and direct
his zeal.
When Conservatism and Radicalism shall strike hands,
when reverence and progress shall have learned to dwell
together, .iiarraony will bo ours, and wo shall havo a fore-
tasto of Bryant's "Present whoro tho eter
nal Change that waits on growth and action shall pro
ceed wllli overlasling Concord hand-ln-hand." '81.
dUmnyus fftumntte.
Lecture I
Ugh.h-l.l isn't it cold.
Jackson's hair is turning wlilto.
Navoyou seen Jones' spectacles?
Have you subscribed for tho Student?
Latest styles In hats at T. Swing & Co's.
Cadet suits and caps at T. Ewing & Co's.
Celluloid collars and cuffs ulT. Ewing &Co's.
Special bargains lor students at T. Ewing & Co. "
Elegant Patterns in Neckwear at T. Ewing & Co's.
The bass bawl association is said to be still kicking.
Seethe advertisement of St. Claire Hall, on 1st. page.
Paul Clark lias a bran now pair of gloves. Look out
girls.
Tho mods have a foot ball. They aro working hard for
stills.
A Greek lexicon is one of tho welcome additions to tho
library.
Buy your boots and shoes of O. W. Webster, 0 st Acad,
emy of Music.
Large assortment of collais, cuffs and neckwear at T.
Ewing &Co's.
The best judges of artistic work go to Kellcy & Co for
Photos. No. 1020 O st.
The average University beard is a little longer than
usual this cold weather.
Tho stairway steps have at last been abandoned as loaf,
ing places by the co-eds.
Best style, best goods, at lowest prices at T. Ewing &
Co's Clothing Emporium.
All tho newest styles and patterns of clothing and gent's
furnishing goods at T. Ewing & Co's.
"Why don't tho faculty prohibit Frank Wheeler from
snoring in class on Monday mornings?
Tho History students say it is a Grotesque farce to at
tempt to And that author in tho library.
The cadets are trying their muscles and skill on tho
sword drill of lato. Nobody killed thus far.
An anonymous article Is lying in this oAlco, which wo
connot publish without knowledge of its author.
Remember Students you can got A no work, and better
inducements, in the "Fotograf" lino, at Kolley & Co.
102G O. St.
Wo understand that Prof. Thompson gave a reception,
to Miss Milla Gny on tho 9th lust. It was said to ba a
decided success.
Room to rent, with use of Piano. Good chanco for a
couple wishing to study music. Boarding if desired.
Apply at 1159 R St.
Students it will pay you to examine tho pictures made
by Kelley & Co. before sitting olsowaro. Have you seen,
that daisy University Panel they givo gratis?
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