Word: envelope
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Dates: during 1890-1899
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...financial cloud which threatened to envelop the rowing prospects of the University of Pennsylvania has cleared away. The lack of funds in the treasury of the Athletic Association rendered it necessary to make a special appeal to the students and alumni. The sum of $1500 was needed to carry the crew through the season, and although the full sum has not yet been subscribed, assurances have been received from the alumni that they will guarantee the necessary amount to keep the crew on the water. The loss of the eight to Pennsylvania would have been a severe blow to athletics...