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...Cobden Club, of England, offer a silver medal, under the auspices of the Harvard Finance Club, to any present undergraduate of Harvard College for the best essay on some economic subject...
...that the true lover of books is "ready to lend." And so it comes to pass that, at the close of a long, eager conversation on Robert Browning's poems, or Froude's "History," or some quaint old treasure long "out of print," the generous impulse prompts an offer of the volume discussed, It may be the listener suggests that he would like to know more on the subject. "You ought to read such and such passages," says the happy owner, and the borrower carries the book home, and forthwith it mingles with his own and is merged and lost...
...brings with it, has not as yet gained a hold upon the American people, although this charge would be denied with great indignation. The institutions of learning in this country all to a greater or less degree reflect the feelings of the people, and although a few universities may offer opportunities for education of the higher class, in the case of the majority the instruction offered is always marked by a strong tendency toward what is called "practical" instruction...
...that the foot-ball season has closed, a great number who were in one way or another interested in that sport are left at liberty to shoot, and with the inducements which the club proposes to offer for good records, in the way of cups and medals, it seems as if the interest in shooting might be maintained until the spring months come in. Then it is hoped that two strong teams may be formed for shot gun and rifle matches with some of the neighboring clubs, or with teams from other colleges and schools, if any such...
...Military Company, Cambridge City Guard, formerly commanded by Col. W. A. Bancroft, are holding a fair in Lyceum Hall. Be sure you visit it and see what they offer on sale. Have you seen the "Expert" Columbia Bicycle, the billiard cue, Fairbanks and Cole banjo, Winchester repeating rifle on shares at this fair. If you are a marksman try for the Ballard rifle at the shooting gallery connected with the fair. The fair closes Saturday evening...