Word: along
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Dates: during 1900-1909
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...drift over valleys and mountains and even rise above the clouds for short periods of time. The sensation of landing, if the airship is skillfully managed, is scarcely perceptible. As the balloon touches the ground, sand-bags are thrown out to lessen the shock. Frequently the balloon is carried along by a sudden wind, dragging basket and occupants over fences and through trees. To prevent such accidents; the ripping cord is used, which tears open the bag and lets the air escape. Often a careless or unlucky balloonist comes down into a forest and has to appeal to some farmer...
...according to western ideas of civilization, and in the end to leave them absolutely self-governing. What the Philippine Islands need, is not new laws, not financial assistance, not a change of policy, but merely the removal of all tariffs. Up to the present time all administration has been along non-partisan lines, everything being done with a view of bettering the condition of the islands. At present we are merely holding the Philippines; what the future may bring forth, no one can tell. As time goes on, and the natives become better informed in governmental affairs, more positions...
...division, each college will be represented by a marshal, one of whom shall be chosen by lot to be division marshal, the others being assistant division marshals. In addition to the division aids there will be about 150 men from the Harvard contingent who will march at intervals along the outside of the column. These men will be equipped with red lights instead of the ordinary torches...
...Along the Rivieras of France and Italy," by G. Home
...Haven Yale was hampered by poor weather and rough water for a long time, and even after going to Gales Ferry there has been considerable complaint on account of rough water. The Yale crew this year is a well-balanced, smooth-moving combination. The men can send their shell along with considerable speed and in New Haven are considered the best crew that Yale has had in a number of years...