Word: sprit
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Dates: during 1930-1939
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Senator Stelwer's keynote address, delivered to a packed convention hall of over 19,000 people, was received with tumultons enthusiasm. The perfunctory, almost lethargic sprit of the routine morning session, was gone tonight, and the delegates and visitors were in a victorious, cheering mood...
...standards. Certainly the recognition bestowed on "Al" Smith will be applauded by everyone who appreciates the spirit of Professor Whitehead's reputed remark, that Governor Smith knows more about the theory of government than any living man. In his case, the University brushes aside externals to salute the disinterested sprit which is common to both scholarship and public service. Such an award is the only fundamental justification for the bestowing of honorary degrees...