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Question: "Resolved, That the Finances of the country in respect to the silver question are safer in the hands of the Republican than in the hands of the Democratic party...
...members; this summer the dividends were computed on the same two thirds basis, and the books showed that $2150 was to be divided among 621 members. This fall it was found that the stock had increased, and that although the full dividends could be paid, it would be safer to cut it down. A motion hereupon was made to declare a dividend amounting to 80 per cent. of the amounts already computed, and was passed without any opposition. The business of the society, Professor Ames declared to be in a very satisfactory condition. Last year the business transacted amounted...
...pitcher, of which the former will probably be the successful man. Pope is the only candidate for first base and is a good man there, though it was hoped that he would occupy his old position as shortstop, but owing to an injured knee the captain thought it safer to place him where there is less chance for a renewal of the injury. Belcher will cover 2nd base and Lenton will play at short-stop. Third base will be covered by Sullivan, who is a freshman. Storrs, Burns and Houghton, will constitute the outfield. Thayer, who played last year...
...element of uncertainty in his work are also attractive. There is no science which the engineer does not lay under tribute. He has as a result of his work, that he is contributing to the general prosperity, and is making the lives of his fellow men happier, safer and more profitable to themselves. The pecuniary rewards of the profession are very good. Engineering is a working, growing and advancing profession. It offers contest, excitement, victory. Can a man ask more from fortune...
...Peters, who managed to force it over Princeton's goal line. But, as one of Yale's team was unfortunately off side, the claim of touch-down was dissallowed and only a touch in goal granted. When the ball was kicked out, Lamar attempted to work it toward a safer part of the field, but was prevented by Corwin, who tumbled him rudely to the ground. Lamar hung on to the ball, however, and when Adams had snapped it back Watkinson caught it, but failed to gain much ground, as did Beecher, who soon after made a similar fair catch...