Word: understood
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Dates: during 1920-1929
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...removal of an unnecessary burden from the shoulders of over one half of the present Freshman class. Whereas formerly the only method of escape from the elementary and irritating demands of this subject was through anticipatory examinations given before the opening of college--examinations neither widely advertised nor understood a grade of 70 per cent or higher in College Board English examinations now permits exemption. The result is that all those taking the course at present may be said to be in need of its services and those whose entrance papers have proven their ability are at liberty to proceed...
...University Theatre announced yesterday the showing of a series of football pictures released by New York University. The exhibition of these pictures, it is understood, is at the request of Coach Arnold Horween...
...understood that the opening speakers will be three men from three universities in Great Britain, one from the University of Glasgow, one from the University of London, and if possible, one from a university in Wales...
...Thompson is at present connected with the firm of Coffin and Burr, Boston stockbrokers. It is understood that Mr. Thompson will continue this business connection while devoting most of his time to the management of the University's athletic finances. He will take over his duties at once...
...attended a formal luncheon given in his honor by Count Orsi, Podesta of Venice. Having finished what he termed "the best luncheon I have ever drunk," the Mayor spoke to the guests. He reminded them that in New York there are Italian, Chinese, Jewish quarters where no English is understood. Even his interpreter smiled when he remarked: "That is why I've been elected so many times." When congratulated upon this and other sallies, the Mayor made a gesture of dismay, exclaiming: "My goodness, I forgot to mention Columbus. Just imagine an American speaking to Italians and forgetting Colum...