THE communication printed in another column is certainly very much to the point. It is very true that the Harvard Union holds a peculiar position, a position which is not of the highest and which tends to keep away the class of men whom it most needs to bring it a better character and position. The Union stands today in a more favorable light than it has ever stood; it has bettered itself to a considerable extent during the past few years. But there is still chance for improvement if it is to take a high stand among other college organizations. The principle that any man who may speak twice shall be taken into the society obviously does not result in admitting the best man. If the society is to consist of good debaters, it must choose them with greater care, it must make the requisites for membership such that only the best material is admitted When this is done, the Union will have attained a better tone and until it is done it cannot expect to take a high position.
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