Word: prose
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Dates: during 1880-1889
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...these the burden of editing such a paper has fallen so heavily, that there has repeatedly been danger of its discontinuance. The editors have asked, not only for financial support, but also for contributions from any member of the University. This year, we understand, the greater part of the prose writing falls upon a single man. As he graduates next spring, there is an absolute necessity that there should be new men ready to continue the work. Unless some offer themselves in the course of the year, the "Lampoon," we fear, will, to the lasting shame of all students, have...
...will be three sections, each of which will meet twice a week at the following hours: Section A, Mondays and Wednesdays, from 12 to 1; section B, Mondays and Wednesdays from 3 to 4. The aim as stated above is to give instruction in the reading aloud of English prose. The sections are made small in order that as much time as possible may by devoted to individual practice. Before beginning the regular readings, Mr. Cummings proposes to give a few practical exercises in vocal culture the better to prepare the men for the subsequent work. The time during...
...readings which have been given for several years in Sever 11 by Prof. Palmer on the Odyssey of Homer, form the basis of an excellent translation of the work in poetical prose. Prof. Palmer has hit upon a method of translation especially adapted to the requirements of Homer, combining in a very happy manner, narrative and poetry. The off-hand way in which he conducted his winter readings has been preserved as far as possible, although something has been lost by the printing, for as Prof. Palmer admits "methods originally fitted to the ear will not be equally well-suited...
...Greek Prose Composition...
Sidgwick's Greek Prose Composition...