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Dates: during 1870-1879
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...Boston and observed the numerous signs that decorate the doors and windows of the shops, or any one who has glanced at the advertisements that make up, by far, the largest part of the Boston papers, must have been struck with the popularity and the prevalence of the word "Harvard" as a trade-mark-and advertising sign. The amusing circumstance connected with this use of the word is the entire want of connection between the thing advertised and the college for which it is named...
Taking these facts into consideration, we suggest that the Corporation and Fellows of Harvard College apply for a patent on the word "Harvard," to secure them its use and possession as a private sign, seal, or trade-mark. This would effectually stop the current use of the word in advertisements, though it might seriously interfere with certain organizations in college. The Harvard Advocate and the Harvard Lampoon would probably be obliged to give bonds that they would always represent the sentiments of the Corporation, but this they would willingly do for the sake of the prestige. The powers that...
Protesting that, upon my word...
Smile blandly, say a word...
...Paul's Society will distribute to the poor of Cambridge any cast-off clothing or other contributions which students may give for that purpose. Contributors sending word to the "Charity Committee" of the society at 17 Grays, and stating when they will be at their rooms, will be waited upon by the messenger of the Committee. All members of the University are cordially invited to the evening services of the society on Wednesdays-at 7, and to the afternoon services on Fridays from...