Word: relief
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...which name however failed to find favor in the eyes of the powers that be, because it was suggested by the students. The trustees having expressed their disapprobation of that name the building for a time was known as "Anonymous Hall," "Flunkers Flat" and "The Hole." Much to our relief it has finally been christened "Hamilton Hall," which is certainly high toned and will look well when engraved upon the invitation cards of college receptions...
...joint select committee of Congress on American shipping yesterday adopted several important propositions for the relief of the shipping interests of the country...
...bill for the relief of the officers and men of the U. S. S. Monitor, which participated in the action with the rebel iron-clad steamer Merrimac, was discussed in the House yesterday, but no decision was arrived...
...were heard to say "Let's give him a squeeze." The scene that ensued is described as being simply disgraceful. The professor was hustled, squeezed against the railings, pelted with peas, and attempts made to knock off his hat with sticks, and his coat was torn. Ultimately he got relief by Professor Wilson causing the door to be opened. For about ten minutes before the hour at which the proceedings were to commence the commotion in the hall was very great. Large numbers of students mounted on the seats, and several free fights between parties of pea-shooters took place...
Capt. Gen. Prendergrast of Havana has been directed to use $100.000 of the public funds for the relief of the sufferers by the recent cyclone on the coast of Cuba...