Word: americanisms
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...James was born in New York in 1843 and received his early education in France and Switzerland. He returned to American when he was 19 and attended the Law School for a year. In 1866 he commenced his literary career as a contributor to periodicals, but three years later went to England where he has since made his home, Mr. James is a brother of Professor William James M.'69. He is the author of "What Maizie Knew," "The Two Magics," "The Bostonians," and many other well known books...
SEMINARY OF AMERICAN HISTORY AND INSTITUTIONS. "The Development of the War Department," Mr. P. M. Harbold, Sever...
SEMINARY OF AMERICAN HISTORY AND INSTITUTIONS. "The Development of the War Department," Mr. P. M. Harbold. Sever...
Although the speaking was not up to the usual standard, it showed, in some cases, the result of careful training. Seven out of the twelve subjects dealt with American history or politics. They were interesting and varied, and were well received by the audience. The selections of the five prize-winners were as follows: P. H. Noyes, "Napoleon the Little," Victor Hugo; H. S. Deming, "The Subjugation of the Philippines," G. F. Hoar; W. H. Davis, "Oration on Garfield," J. G. Blaine; L. Carroll, "The Vision of War," R. G. Ingersoll; W. Tyng, "America's Mission," A. J. Beveridge...
SEMINARY OF AMERICAN HISTORY AND INSTITUTIONS, "Administrative Relations of the British Board of Trade to the Colonies, 1696-1765," Mr. O. M. Dickerson, Sever...