Word: reaped
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Dates: during 1880-1889
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There has been lately an outcry raised in the French capital against foreign students, the indictment against them apparently amounting to this, that they work harder than the general run of French students, and, passing their examinations more successfully in consequence, reap the legitimate reward of their industry and application. Their French colleagues, however, contend that the positions in hospitals obtainable by successful competitors in examinations ought to be reserved for Frenchmen-for those who "pay taxes; the blood tax above all." They would not go so far as to demand the exclusion of foreigners from the various lectures...
...division stood firm to the onset for the enemy. the lecture proved to be a most interesting one, and was greatly appreciated by the audience. The Historical Society will probably next year give a course of lectures on the Civil War, delivered by old Confederate commanders, and undoubtedly will reap the thanks of the many who have enjoyed the present course of lectures...
...given where there was to be no benefit for the money expended except in the future and to be enjoyed by the incoming classes. This year for the first time the two lower classes have been canvassed, which two classes are the only ones now in college which will reap any benefit from the new grounds; '86 has given about $2,000, and the freshman class, it is hoped, will double that amount, so that the grounds may be opened without any debts upon them next year...
...attack men do not dodge sufficiently. Frequently in that part of the field a clever dodge is very effective. The men should learn to handle the ball with greater skill. If some of these points are remedied, we do not see why our very strong team should not reap fresh laurels next Saturday...
...would especially urge upon the classes of '86 and '87 that they give their active support to this measure if it be tried. Of course, if the institution should in this way be permanently established they would reap a larger benefit from it than the older classes. Besides their numbers and well-known energy and enthusiasm would be of the greatest value...