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Word: pints (lookup in dictionary) (lookup stats)
Dates: during 1890-1899
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...however, to inquire into the causes of the "dissatisfaction" at the cups. The honor of winning an event ought to be the chief motive for inducing men to enter. The value of the prize lies in what it represents, not in its cost. The cups, even plain three quarter pint cups, represent victory as much as silver medals would. As at present awarded, they have definite meanings, and have become almost an institution. If medals were substituted would not men get tired of them also in a year or two? It must be remembered that at one time...

Author: NO WRITER ATTRIBUTED | Title: No Headline | 5/3/1890 | See Source »

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