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Dickinsonian, April 1884

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The annual school catalogue is released, with numerous printer mistakes.  The Union Philosophical Society alters its constitution.  The Phi Psi's hold their annual reception.  Construction continues for the gymnasium.  The Belles Lettres Society plans its annual Sophomore Contest.  The Freshman...

Dickinsonian, May 1884

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The Athletic Association selects members for the baseball team.  The Union Philosophical Society Sophomore Contest is held.  The Union Philosophical Society purchases new books for their collection.  The Belles Lettres Society begins a revision of their constitution.  Alumni hold a reunion in...

Dickinsonian, June 1884

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The class of '86 plans to erect a fountain near Old West and the new scientific building.  The Belles Lettres Sophomore Contest is held. 

Dickinsonian, February 1885

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The bowling alleys are the most popular part of the new gymnasium.  Interest forms over the Inter-Collegiate Mock Trial, and in preparation the Belles Lettres and Union Philosophical Societies decide not to hold anniversaries.  The sophomores hold a class supper. 

Dickinsonian, March 1885

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Students request an Inter-Class Debate and the formation of a baseball team.  The Tome Scientific Building is dedicated.  The Belles Lettres Society holds their anniversary. 

Dickinsonian, April 1885

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The college catalogue is released.  Planning begins for the Junior Contest and Belles Lettres Sophomore Contest.  A reunion is called for the class of 1882. 

Dickinsonian, May 1885

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A committee of Union Philosophical Society and Belles Lettres Society members is formed to revise the "Joint Rules" for using the libraries.  The Dickinsonian defends its existence in the wake of complaints from students.  Seniors begin competitions for the Scientific Society prize. ...

Dickinsonian, June 1885

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Complaints are aired about the random nature of the oratorical awards given by the Literary societies.  The Sophomores beat the Freshmen in baseball 53 to 4.  The Belles Lettres Society holds its annual Sophomore Contest, as does the Union Philosophical Society.  Baseball games are rained out....

Dickinsonian, October 1885

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The junior class decides to publish a Microcosm, the first in many years to do so.  The Jacob Tome Scientific Building is opened.  The college is taking athletics more seriously, and the number of enrolled students increases.  With the opening of the Scientific Building, Professor Himes...

Dickinsonian, March 1886

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The formation of the Inter-Collegiate Athletic Association of Pennsylvania and the Pennsylvania Inter-Collegiate Baseball Association give Dickinson students access to larger fields of play and more opponents.  Efforts to produce a Microcosm cease.  The Athletic Association decides to reject...

Dickinsonian, June 1886

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Tempers flare and issues arise regarding the rumors of President McCauley's resignation.  Dickinson is challenged to a boat race by Wilson College in Chambersburg, but it is cancelled due to an injury.  The Union Philosophical Society holds their annual Oratorical Contest, as does the Belles...

Dickinsonian, June 1887

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The Belles Lettres and Union Philosophical Societies abolish their initiation fees.  The Belles Lettres Sophomore Contest  and Union Philosophical Society Sophomore Contest are held.  A group of undergraduate students steal from a senior reception two freezers full of ice cream.  Students visit...

Dickinsonian, February 1888

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A lengthy, in-depth article about the social dynamic at the school is published.  The Union Philosophical Society plans its 99th anniversary.  A day of prayer is held in Bosler Hall.  The Belles Lettres Society plans its annual banquet to be held in a local hotel, Florence House.  The college...

Dickinsonian, March 1888

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Some students insist on a change of the college colors for various reasons.  The Central Inter-Collegiate Press Association is formed, with representation from the Dickinsonian present at a recent meeting.  The library is praised for its large holding of old and ancient books.  The...

Dickinsonian, June 1888

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Students are criticized for “jumping the fence” to get into baseball games at the fairground without payment.  The Belles Lettres and Union Philosophical Societies’ Sophomore Contests are held.  The disciplinarian from the Indian Training School is criticized for poor...

Dickinsonian, December 1888

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The Inter-Society Oratorical Contest is held.  Debate and controversy of the acceptance of women to the College, and their roles in student organizations, is reflected in an article concerning the Belles Lettres and Union Philosophical Societies....

Dickinsonian, March 1889

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President-elect Reed is received at Dickinson by a congregation of students, a band, and much fanfare.  Religious fervor among the students is at a high after Bishop Foss’ lecture in the previous month.  The Belles...

Dickinsonian, April 1889

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The Belles Lettres and Union Philosophical Society elect officers for the coming year.  The Union Philosophical Society holds its centennial anniversary.  A call is made for the creation of an athletic field for the students.  Some Dickinson students win a tug-of-war contest put on by the...

Dickinsonian, June 1889

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The College Chapel, West College, and the outside walkways of the campus are all renovated and improved.  The Seniors partake in the traditional Senior Class-Ride through the mountains.  The Union Philosophical...

Dickinsonian, July 1889

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Commencement is held.  Bishop Foss holds a sermon for the YMCA.  The Junior Oratorical Contest is held is Bosler Hall.  Class Day is celebrated by the Class of 1889....

Dickinsonian, January 1890

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Steam heating installed on campus. Belles Lettres Society renovates and refurnishes its room. W. C. Allison pays college's YMCA debt of $300.

Dickinsonian, April 1890

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Belles Lettres Society elects officers. Athletic Association creates a committee to increase membership. Field Day is reinstated. Dickinson sends representatives to the District YMCA Convention. Emory Hall is prepared to house a new Law School.

Dickinsonian, May 1890

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Glee Club takes performance tour. Belles Lettres Society and Union Philosophical Society hold a debate on tariffs. Senior Class takes a Ride. YMCA elects officers. A bowling tournament is held. YMCA holds joint meeting with the Carlisle YMCA and the Indian School YMCA.

Dickinsonian, June 1890

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Professor Rittenhouse resigns. Mr. McAllister wins the Union Philosophical Society's annual oratorical contest. President Reed moves his residence from East College to the new presidential mansion. Union Philosophical Society elects officers. Field Day is held. Turpin, '90, represents Dickinson...

Dickinsonian, July 1890

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Incorporators of the Law School meet. Highlights of Commencement Week. Mr. Crowder wins Walkley Senior Oratorical Prize. Belles Lettres Society and UPS hold their annual general meetings. Account of Class Day. Mr. M. P. Sellers and Mr. C. A. Terhune win the freshman oratorical contest. Freshmen...

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