Word: aid
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Dates: during 1880-1889
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Here the old lady wiped her glasses vigorously; then she took from her pocket a little book, on which was written in mysterious letters - ???, and also the magic paper, which she said would call up to his aid the good fairy Bond, who would intercede for him with the Bowsir. At this point Henry's little sister Lulu came running in with two seedcakes and a lump of sugar for Henry to carry in his pocket to sustain him on his weary journey; which thoughtfulness so affected the boy that with streaming eyes he kissed these dear ones good...
...July, are now in precisely the same position as in the fall of '80. It is the duty of every man who is in any way fit for the University, and who is not prevented from rowing by some insuperable obstacle, to begin training at once and thus to aid our captain in the formation of his eight. If we allow our much-talked of indifference to control us this year, if we do not show in rowing a very decided energy, we shall suffer a more disgraceful defeat than ever before. To save us from this let all rowing...
...suggested they gladly embraced the opportunity of showing their personal regard for him and their appreciation of his efforts. The readiness with which the proposal was met, and the enthusiasm displayed, suggested to the minds of some who were interested in the play the idea of a performance in aid of an Archaeological Institute in Athens. This, though at first hesitatingly agreed to by the actors, has now been given up, and we have doubtless had the last of our year's excitement in the Greek play...
...hands. No one has a right to complain of the management of the Dining Association unless he is willing to give some time and pains to its improvement. At present hardly one man in ten attends the meetings at which Directors are chosen, or makes any effort to aid the board by promptly reporting to them all deficiencies. If there be any members of the Harvard Dining Association who have any reason to desire a change in the conduct of the Hall, let them participate in the election of officers shortly to be held, or else for ever after hold...
...aid me, Nine, to make a three base...