Word: surprisingness
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But before I continue my narrative I must clear up a misunderstanding that seems to have arisen from these hasty letters of mine, and which I am informed by cable, has led to doubt as to their authenticity. It is generally believed that the Incas had no written language except...
One of the most surprising events of the tournament occurred in yesterday's list of matches when C. J. Mason '22 gained an unexpected victory over J. T. Bradlee '22. Both were members of the University team B, but Mason found no difficulty in winning with three consecutive games to...
Though lack of substance and lack of though are the chief defects in the Lampoon, the imperfection in form is notable, especially in the verse. Slovenly verse is not funny though it may be ridiculous. Humorous verse requires the greatest perfection of form. A skillful rhymester uses his rhymes to...
John Freeman, copious and intricate lyricist, won with his "Poems New and Old" the Hawthornden Prize for 1920. He is a rare poet, and aloof poet, and it is not surprising that he is so little known in this country. His poems are often involved, often difficult, and often demand...
The B. A. A. men were better individually than Coach Claflin's. They also appeared to be in better condition. But the traditional Harvard hockey system, based on team-work and checking back, offset all other disadvantages. In addition there was Higgins. His work at goal was the most surprising...