Dickinson College

The Honorable Theo. G. Knauff gives an illustrated lecture to the campus on Mexico.  John Herman Bosler, member of the class of 1858 and trustee, dies.  The Oriental Troubadours to give a concert in Bosler Hall, sponsored by the YMCA.

A letter from the bedridden President Reed's is published, updating the college on the president's condition.  Bleachers to be erected at the Athletic Field.  The editors suggest that a book review be added to the weekly programs of the literary societies.  The Union Philosophical Society elects new officers.  Students participate in a minstrel show at the Opera House.

The International YMCA's Week of Prayer is planned for next week and attendance is encouraged.  The senior class lacks adequate astronomy equipment.  The editors join in the debate over opening the literary portions of the literary societies' meetings to the public.  Dr. Reed's illness continues.  The winners of the entrance prizes are announced.  The Friday following Thanksgiving Day is granted as a holiday.  The Great Dane newly purchased as school mascot arrives on campus.

Professor Marcus D. Buell of the Boston Theological Seminary addresses the YMCA.  James Young performs some dramatic selections for the campus.  The Orchestra and Glee Club prepare for their upcoming concert.  Dr. Reed is confined to bed with illness.  The establishment of Founer's Day celebrations are still discussed, although no definitive plans have been made.  A holiday on the Friday after Thanksgiving is requested.  Money is collected to purchase a Great Dane to serve as the school's mascot.

The ladies of the Ladies Hall host a reception for the seniors.  The literary societies have had unusual enthusiasm and activity this year.  At the request of Dr. Reed and with large support from the students, the Dickinson Musical Association is established, a constitution and by-laws drawn up and approved, and officers elected.  A large and convenient exit gate is installed at the athletic field, in response to complaints.  The Junior class elects its officers.  The editors of the Microcosm are chosen.

Trustee and member of the class of 1848 William Daniel passes away.  Exerpts from an article in the Ladies' Home Journal on the value of an education from a small college are quoted.  The question of improving the exits from the athletic field is continued.  Establishment of celebration of John Dickinson's birthday is encouraged.  Relief from literary work is proposed for those who must regularly prepare sermons.  A reception for the Senior class is held at the Ladies Hall.  The orchestra and glee club elect officers.  There is inter-racial disturbance at a college football game, i

The Law School opens with its largest number ever, and an improved course of  three years, rather than two.  The class of 1898 elects its class day officers.  An article encourages faithful participation in the YMCA Bible study courses offered.  A new elective in English Drama is offered.

A report of the whereabouts and activities of the class of 1897 is published.  Traditional "Fair Week" half-holday is canceled, and Friday after Thanksgiving is proposed as a substitute.  After a year's break from the usual custom, the requirement of upper classmen to answer to church roll is revived, with disapproval from the editors.  United States President William McKinley, Professor Cramer, and Dr. Stauffer are elected to honorary membership in the Belles Lettres Society.  The editors call for improved exits from the athletic field.

The YMCA holds two special, well attended events, with speakers.  Professor emeritus Dr. Harman passes away.  The board of The Dickinsonian moves into a new room in West College.  Dr.

The YMCA holds its annual reception to welcome the new students.  A list of the new students is published.  Professor Dare to take leave due to health issues and be replaced by Michael J. Cramer.  Dr. Stauffer to take charge of the Physical Culture department.  The Sophomores and Freshmen elect their class officers.