Word: interests
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Dates: during 1880-1889
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...been exceptionably good, not only for general reading but for historical references. The book just issued proves to be in no wise inferior to the previous volumes. To mention the subject "The third Crusade of the Christians under Richard I of England" is enough at once to awaken an interest even in the casual reader, The doings of the doughty Richard Coeur de Lion, have always possessed that romantic air of mystery which surrounds the period of the middle ages; and in Mr. Archer's volume is given an account of his deeds in the east at the time...
...first interscholastic athletic tournament between Exeter and Andover will be held at Exeter some time this spring, probably about the tenth of June. A great deal of interest is being taken by the members of both schools in the tournament, and the indications are that most of the events will be warmly contested. In the morning of the same day the spring tennis tournament between Exeter and Andover will be played at Exeter...
...hard work and corresponding improvement, because of the victory over Princeton on her own grounds, we feel that our team will make a strong fight. The college as a whole is very enthusiastic over the progress and steady, uphill work of the nine. It is on Saturday that the interest and enthusiasm of the college must be shown, in the number of men who go down to support the nine. If a large number of Harvard men are present to cheer on the nine, the chances of our playing a steady, winning game are much more sure...
...would call attention to the annual spring concert of the Glee Club to be given in Sanders Theatre this evening. The concert promises to be of more than the usual interest as the programme is largely new. The number of active musical clubs is increased to four by the organization of the Guitar and Mandolin club which will afford a new and very pleasant form of music. As to the older organizations it need only be said that they will endeavor to keep up to the high standard of former years. The sale of seats has been very large...
...most important for all players of any skill to compete, for many of the best players leave college this dear and their places must be filled. We would urge all who play a good game to enter, for a long list of competitors will greatly increase the interest in the tournament...