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...shingle thought." Never before in the history of fraternity life has such a shingle been exposed to public view. Its appearance marks a new era in college decorative art. Considered from the standpoint of heraldry the new shingle is grand. On a field (blanc), seme with cuspidores (avgent), is displayed a what-is-it (purpure). This has as supporters two schooners, remplis. Above appears the crest, - a casque (argent), which seems to have some connection with the schooners beneath. Below the main device is found a chestnut (brun), which is bound with chains, evidently to prevent its being given away...

Author: NO WRITER ATTRIBUTED | Title: No Headline | 2/18/1886 | See Source »

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