Word: competitor
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Dates: during 1880-1889
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Columbia would probably agree to whatever Harvard should propose in this line, and as Yale has always been the most prominent competitor in all athletics, she should not be shut out of the freshman races without very good reasons. If this scheme is found practicable, there is no reason why Ninety should not create a precedent of having Yale in the freshman races, as they have little reason to be afraid of being beaten on an even course...
...poem on Derry Cathedral. The composition may be in any recognized measure, and is not to exceed 120 lines. The author is requested to conceal his name; but each poem is to be distinguished by a motto, and accompanied by a sealed envelope endorsed with the motto, containing the competitor's name. An entrance fee of ten shillings is to be forwarded with each poem. While it is desirable that reference should be made to religious and historical associations, the adjudication will be decided by poetical merit alone...
...Competitors will sign a fictitious name to their manuscript, and send with it a sealed envelope bearing upon the outside the same fictitious name signed to the manuscript, and containing the real name and address of the competitor. These envelopes will not be opened till after the prizes have been awarded...
...spontaneity of the rendering. The competition, as a whole, was superior to that of last year, and equalled any that has been held during the past few years. The good effects of the work of Mr. Jones was noticeable in the dignified bearing and gentlemanly action of every competitor...
...competition for the Boylston Prize Speaking, the speakers will be called up in alphabetical order, beginning with the senior class. If any competitor has a recitation at the hour appointed, he may declaim at some other hour agreed upon with Mr. Briggs...