New Reference Book: The Encyclopedia of Political Science
The Encyclopedia of Political Science edited by George Thomas Kurian, CQ Press, 2011. Find it in Ohrstrom at: REF 320 K96P This five volume set discusses topics,themes and concepts relevant to international and domestic political science. Examples: African Political Thought … Continued
October 31, 1919
An old chestnut: It is many years since the chestnuts have been so plentiful as they have been of late. If the old weather predictions are true, this fact should presage a hard winter. Everybody will pray devoutly that such … Continued
Ave, avis obscura! – A Horae Halloween
In the spirit of All Hallows’ Evening, the following excerpt from the October 31, 1925 edition of the Horae Scholasticae, called The Horae Owl, is reprinted below : Ave, avis obscura! Hail, bird of darkness! Once more, high upon the cabinet, perches … Continued
New Reference Book: Fashion, Costume and Culture
Fashion, Costume and Culture: Clothing, Headwear, Body Decorations, and Footwear through the Ages edited by Sara Pendergast and Tom Pendergast, UXL, 2004. Find it in Ohrstrom at: REF 391 P37F This five volume set discusses and presents global fashion and … Continued
November 30, 1893
Steered in the right direction: On October 25th an exhibition of trained steers was given on the Lower Grounds by Miss Pierce.