Word: offing
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Dates: during 1900-1900
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"These qualities distinguished Professor Dunbar's work as teacher and writer. Drawing his instruction from first-hand sources of knowledge, he set for his students an inspiring example of thoroughness. His remarkable talent for the clear exposition of difficult subjects was rendered more effective by the methodical planning and careful...
"Of his mastery of his subject his published writings give but fragmentary evidence. One volume, indeed, that on Banking, in which he presents systematically and concisely the mature results of prolonged investigation and reflection, is, in the opinion of experts, a classic in the literature of monetary theory and practice...
"His loyalty to the University showed itself preeminently in his willingness to serve as Dean, first of the College, and then of the Faculty of Arts and Science, and as chairman of important committees. Though in private he expressed regret that administrative duties took so much time and strength from...
"As Dean, as a member of the Faculty, and as an interested and trusted friend of the President, he rendered valuable assistance in the development of the elective system and of graduate instruction, and in every movement that has broadened and elevated the University.
"In all his relations with others, his strong and gracious personality inspired confidence, esteem, and affection. In him traits rarely found together were harmoniously blended. Naturally conservative, he yet never opposed a new policy because it was new: he proved all things, and held fast to that which seemed to...