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Day of Prayer in Colleges


Dickinsonian, February 1884

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Students are criticized for studying on the Sabbath.  Relations between students and professors are notably peaceful.  Rumors spread that South College is to be dedicated entirely to the Preparatory school.  The only known existing portrait of President Durbin, the first President of the College...

Dickinsonian, February 1889

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Seniors enjoy a psychology lecture series put on by Dr. Rittenhouse.  Bishop Cyrus D. Foss speaks at the well-attended Day of Prayer for Colleges.  Professors Whiting and Harman host supper parties for the seniors....

Dickinsonian, February 1894

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The editors comment on compulsory attendance at the Day of Prayer, and the faculty's role in encouraging and participating in Christian activities.  The chapter hall of Beta Theta Pi is moved from the Bosler building to the McLaughlin building.  The Orchestra and Octette give a concert in the...

Dickinsonian, November 7, 1896

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Annual Week of Prayer for Colleges upcoming.  John DeWitt Miller to give a lecture, hosted by the YMCA.  Dr. Prince is made an honorary member of the Union Philosophical Society.  Many students returned home to vote in the presidential election.  "Sound Money" students participate in a...

Dickinsonian, January 21, 1903

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Dick the dog dies; it is resolved to have him preserved by a taxidermist.  The Day of Prayer is planned. W. L. Stanton tackles a runaway horse.  Dr. Hutchins introduces a gym class for the faculty. 

Dickinsonian, February 4, 1903

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Day of Prayer is observed.  W.V. Wilson is elected editor in chief of the Microcosm; Clarence L. Dumm is elected manager in chief of the Microcosm. 

Dickinsonian, January 17, 1906

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The tour schedule for the college's musical clubs is released with expectations for great success. Dickinson sends a delegate to a New York conference discussing potential amendments to the game of football. The passed resolutions serve to clarify the intent of the game and its place on the...
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