The 112th anniversary of the Belles Lettres Literary Society is celebrated in Bosler Hall. The average bodily measurements for the class of 1900 are released. Rev. Dr. Richard H. Gilbert gives a lecture on "The Origin of Man."
It is announced that George A. Wilson will succeed Rev. Dr. Cramer as Professor of Philosophy. A Day of Prayer is observed, with students gathering at Allison Memorial Church for a sermon by Dr. Reed. The Faculty Room receives a large picture of the Octopus Gigantius, a large octopus that washed up on the Florida beach.
The Dickinsonian advertises for the interdenomenational proselytizing Student Volunteer Movement. The community mourns the sudden death of Rev. Michael John Cramer, S.T.D., LL.D..
A letter written in 1790 by then college president Dr. Charles Nisbet of Scotland recounts his distaste for American society, remarking that "People have as little Patriotism as Religion, & many concurred in the Revolution merely to avoid paying their debts." A speaker from the Young Womens' Christian Temperance Union addresses students, backing the actions of many young ladies to "put down the drink evil."
The American Educator reference book misinterprets Dickinson's history regarding its attachment - or lack thereof - to the Presbyterian Church and later the Methodist Church. The concert company goes on a trip, performing throughout the region.
The Athletic Association holds a general meeting during which Article XXIII is ratified, determining when teams will choose managers. Former Dickinson professors attend a Methodist Congress in Pittsburgh. The Oriental Troubadours perform a concert under the auspices of the YMCA in Bosler Hall.
Dickinson's football team defeats State College in a "close and exciting contest" at Sunbury, Pa. a week after defeating Franklin and Marshall 42-0. The Library of American Literature, The American Educator, and the official papers of U.S. Presidents volumes of texts are added to the library.
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.