Word: zeal
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Dates: during 1880-1889
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...incoming freshman by the numerous and urgent appeals from members to join the one to which the particular advocate belongs. In former days the excitement over the acquirement of new members was very great at the beginning of a college year; and the abuses brought about by the zeal of injudicious members necessitated the negotiation of a treaty between the "Halls" to insure deliberation and care in the election of members. Both of the "Halls" are founded on principles of the most profound secrecy, and their large society buildings are only possible of entrance through a massive door secured...
...Advocate define her position in regard to the Conference Committee, and we stand shoulder to shoulder with her in the views expressed in the last issue. If our former criticism was unjust, it was due to the interpretation we placed on the editorial in the sixth number, and our zeal to see the Conference Committee meet with fair play in the college press...
Besides the extremely successful manner in which he performed the duties of librarian, the college has to thank him for the zeal he displayed in obtaining valuable donations to the library. Through his influence many gifts of money were received, as well as valuable contributions of rare books and coins...
...honor of the brave sons of Harvard who fell in the war for the Union, the emblems which were there left as a token of respect for their grand sacrifice, seems incredible. But such is the case. The act may have been done thoughtlessly, and doubtless was, in the zeal to obtain trophies for the walls of the students' rooms; but thoughtlessness when carried to such extremes is no longer excusable. The names of three students, in whose possession these flags have been seen, are known to the authorities, and will be made public unless the flags are returned...
...most beautiful appearance. The new foliage on the trees greatly enhanced the effect; the red and green light striking the under side of the leaves produced a most brilliant illumination. The Glee Club sang finely, the yoedels of Stuart meeting with especial favor; the band played with its usual zeal, and its selections were most heartily received. The Freshman Glee Club, too, came in for its share of favor...