Word: proto
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Dates: during 1920-1929
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...Cambridge Union Society has installed a Wireless Receiving Apparatus in their Debating Hall. Cambridge is the oldest "Union Society" in the world. Oxford Union is a copy of the older Cambridge institution and it yet lacks certain of the distinctive features of its Cambridge proto-type. It possesses no Dining Hall for instance. The installation of wireless marks another respect in which Cambridge is in advance of Oxford. The latest news is broadcasted from a loud speaking instrument each evening and concerts are also received. Most continental countries can be "picked up" and even American can be heard. Unfortunately America...