Word: summum
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Dates: during 1880-1889
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That if athletic distinction were considered the summum bonum of college life, our teams would be strengthened through the stronger interest taken in them, is perhaps true; that athletics and a delight in athletics tend to elevate morals, and to introduce a fresh and healthy tone in any place where they are much considered, is beyond doubt. It is not equally certain that we can change the present order of things; for, firstly, the worship of athletic idols pertains to colleges, where muscular excellence is worshipped in its incarnation. Secondly, if we are to develop into a full-fledged university...