Word: distinctiveness
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Dates: during 1920-1929
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...When the Division of Modern Languages accepted the general examinations there was a distinct understanding that this acceptance did not imply the immediate institution of a tutorial system," said Professor J. D. M. Ford, chairman of the Department of Romance Languages in an interview yesterday. "There was at the time in the division a very decided sentiment against such a system. As a matter of fact the general examinations were only accepted on trial and not with any definite understanding that they were to become a permanent institution. The division however, is never hidebound and if good reasons...
...Dartmouth-Maine contest promises to be close, since the pine-staters have shown distinct power despite their defeat at the hand of Vermont last week. On the other hand Dartmouth showed none too much power in its 14-0 victory over Norwich. Even Coach Hawley of the green expects a fight which begins with the odds even...
...Although I have not much intimate knowledge of the busines world, I believe that there is a tendency among the better business men of Britain towards a distinct preference for men with liberal education rather than specialized vocations. It is a movement which I believe will grow. In the past, men of business have feared some lack of a steady habit of application among liberally-educated University graduates. Now they are finding that there is no reason to suspect this result: a man who has done well in one of the University's honor schools will probably do his work...
...outspoken- full of humor. He spoke with self-confidence. He discussed the questions brought up directly, succinctly. His tone of voice if not commanding was at least full of assurance. He ended with a few humorous remarks and the correspondents ("hard-boiled news gatherers") applauded. It was a distinct success for the new President...
...most important appointment is that of Herr Hilferding to the Ministry of Finance. Hilferding is a Jew and the Socialist editor of Die Freiheit. In politics he has distinct leanings toward Bolshevisnu but believes in moderate means to attain his ends...