Word: farness
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Dates: during 1890-1899
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...that it is distinctly readable. The geography of the country is thoroughly described and well illustrated by specially prepared maps. The gold mines are located and the conditions of life in all parts of Alaska discussed. The author, who is an authority on all subjects relating to our far west, is himself deeply interested in the land and writes from the point of view of a lover rather than of a casual observer of the region. The last part of the book is devoted to historical data about Alaska, a summary of the necessary articles of food and clothing...
...Marvin '99 has been elected captain of the second crew. The plan at present is to have this crew row under Mr. Willis's coaching for about three weeks before attempting any racing against the 'Varsity crew. Races will then probably occur frequently. Though both crews have thus far rowed in the order in which they were made up on Tuesday, they are liable to change at any time. The 'Varsity is rowing in its barge and partly because of the natural steadiness of this boat is rowing very evenly and smoothly. The crew appears to be boated extremely well...
...lack of practice on Dartmouth's part it is safe to say that Harvard stands a good chance of winning both of the games. Dartmouth played her first game of the season yesterday and comes to Cambridge backed by none of the practical experience that the 'Varsity thus far has taken advantage...
...history of the College when there were brighter prospects for fair success in every branch than at present. Although the preparatory period has been unusually prolonged and the final picking of the various teams somewhat delayed, still some idea of their capabilities may be gotten from their work thus far...
...surprises of the year has been the remarkable revival of lacrosse. The movement was begun in the winter term with such enthusiasm that when the out-of-door season opened, about twenty-five men reported-among them being not a few experienced players. The practice thus far has been fast and clever. Captain Powell expects to make a creditable showing against Harvard, Toronto, Lehigh and the other teams which will be met later in the term...