Galbraith never got beyond the glittering generalities that marked his first lecture. After a while, the students got tired of not getting any real substance.

Ken Johnson, Loveland Glittering generalities Two Thompson School District officials recently contributed articles to the Reporter-Herald seeking to assure families in the district that all is well.

Glittering and Sounding Generalities." Speech of Hon. Rufus Choate. Oct. 30, 1856 The New York Times Archives See the article in its original context from October 30, 1856, Page 1 Buy Reprints ...