Word: awakening
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Dates: during 1880-1889
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...series have been exceptionably good, not only for general reading but for historical references. The book just issued proves to be in no wise inferior to the previous volumes. To mention the subject "The third Crusade of the Christians under Richard I of England" is enough at once to awaken an interest even in the casual reader, The doings of the doughty Richard Coeur de Lion, have always possessed that romantic air of mystery which surrounds the period of the middle ages; and in Mr. Archer's volume is given an account of his deeds in the east...
...slight as the mere variation in the pronunciation of some words, which indicate the existence in a more or less advanced stage, of some development of distinct dialects in the spoken language of our country. The dialect stories which have been published in the magazines have done something to awaken an interest in the subject. A few men have given the subject careful consideration, and one or two, as Professor C. F. Smith, of Vanderbilt University, have put their observations into written form. The papers of Professor Smith, on "Southernisms" which appeared a few years ago in the publication...
...articles have a uniformity, a lack of individuality that is quite noticeable; still they contain much that is good. The spirit of the editorials is in harmony with a growing feeling at Harvard; a feeling that we as students have serious business on our hands in the effort to awaken enthusiasm for the University. The Advocate has not lost its character as a staunch supporter of college interests...
Last evening over one hundred and sixty members of '89 enjoyed the most successful class dinner held at Harvard for several years. The class-feeling which was so strongly manifested when the members of eighty-nine were freshmen seemed to awaken stronger than ever. The utmost good spirits and jollity prevailed and the occasion was heartily enjoyed by everyone...
...cricket eleven made a splendid record last year, winning every match it played. This fact alone should awaken a strong interest in the game here without any word from us. The management of the eleven, however, is in need of money, and we want to urge men to give heartily the little support the cricket team asks. It is strongly desired that men should subscribe by joining the Association, for they will thus aid the club not only financially but also by personal support...