Chapter XVII

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From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

generally approved or compelling recognition

From this reading His invitation was accepted with alacrity; and thus the club, which consists of lady members as well as gentlemen, was formed.

any specific behavior

From this reading _The "XIXth Century Club."--Intellectual Activity.--Literary Evenings.--Light Everywhere._ To show the point to which intellectual activity goes in America, I cannot do better than speak of the "XIXth Century Club."

in the past

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

liveliness and eagerness

From this reading His invitation was accepted with alacrity; and thus the club, which consists of lady members as well as gentlemen, was formed.

(quantifier) used with either mass or count nouns to indicate the whole number or amount of or every one of a class

From this reading Nothing is more interesting than these meetings; nothing, at all events, left a deeper or more pleasurable impression upon me than these intellectual treats.

North American republic containing 50 states - 48 conterminous states in North America plus Alaska in northwest North America and the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific Ocean; achieved independence in 1776

From this reading _The "XIXth Century Club."--Intellectual Activity.--Literary Evenings.--Light Everywhere._ To show the point to which intellectual activity goes in America, I cannot do better than speak of the "XIXth Century Club."

used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together

From this reading His invitation was accepted with alacrity; and thus the club, which consists of lady members as well as gentlemen, was formed.

at the same time that; because; in the way that

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

in or near a particular place or position

From this reading Nothing is more interesting than these meetings; nothing, at all events, left a deeper or more pleasurable impression upon me than these intellectual treats.

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From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

(comparative of “good”) superior to another (of the same class or set or kind) in excellence or quality or desirability or suitability; more highly skilled than another

From this reading _The "XIXth Century Club."--Intellectual Activity.--Literary Evenings.--Light Everywhere._ To show the point to which intellectual activity goes in America, I cannot do better than speak of the "XIXth Century Club."

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From this reading _The "XIXth Century Club."--Intellectual Activity.--Literary Evenings.--Light Everywhere._ To show the point to which intellectual activity goes in America, I cannot do better than speak of the "XIXth Century Club."

a period of 100 years

From this reading _The "XIXth Century Club."--Intellectual Activity.--Literary Evenings.--Light Everywhere._ To show the point to which intellectual activity goes in America, I cannot do better than speak of the "XIXth Century Club."

pleasing or delighting

From this reading [14] It is with deep sorrow that I learn, while writing these lines, of the death of Mr. Courtlandt Palmer, to whom I owe many charming hours spent in New York.

a team of professional baseball players who play and travel together

From this reading _The "XIXth Century Club."--Intellectual Activity.--Literary Evenings.--Light Everywhere._ To show the point to which intellectual activity goes in America, I cannot do better than speak of the "XIXth Century Club."

past form of “conceive” — have the idea for

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

third-person singular of “consist” — originate

From this reading His invitation was accepted with alacrity; and thus the club, which consists of lady members as well as gentlemen, was formed.

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From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

time for Earth to make a complete rotation on its axis

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

the event of dying or departure from life

From this reading [14] It is with deep sorrow that I learn, while writing these lines, of the death of Mr. Courtlandt Palmer, to whom I owe many charming hours spent in New York.

relatively deep or strong; affecting one deeply

From this reading [14] It is with deep sorrow that I learn, while writing these lines, of the death of Mr. Courtlandt Palmer, to whom I owe many charming hours spent in New York.

comparative of “deeply” — to a great depth psychologically or emotionally

From this reading Nothing is more interesting than these meetings; nothing, at all events, left a deeper or more pleasurable impression upon me than these intellectual treats.

-ing form of “discuss” — to consider or examine in speech or writing

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

used to form questions and negatives, and to give emphasis

From this reading _The "XIXth Century Club."--Intellectual Activity.--Literary Evenings.--Light Everywhere._ To show the point to which intellectual activity goes in America, I cannot do better than speak of the "XIXth Century Club."

plural of “dollar” — the basic monetary unit in many countries; equal to 100 cents

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

plural of “evening” — the latter part of the day (the period of decreasing daylight from late afternoon until nightfall)

From this reading _The "XIXth Century Club."--Intellectual Activity.--Literary Evenings.--Light Everywhere._ To show the point to which intellectual activity goes in America, I cannot do better than speak of the "XIXth Century Club."

plural of “event” — something that happens at a given place and time

From this reading Nothing is more interesting than these meetings; nothing, at all events, left a deeper or more pleasurable impression upon me than these intellectual treats.

to or in any or all places

From this reading _The "XIXth Century Club."--Intellectual Activity.--Literary Evenings.--Light Everywhere._ To show the point to which intellectual activity goes in America, I cannot do better than speak of the "XIXth Century Club."

intended to be given to, or used by, somebody

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

having or given a form or shape

From this reading His invitation was accepted with alacrity; and thus the club, which consists of lady members as well as gentlemen, was formed.

plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

a man of refinement

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

plural of “gentleman” — a man of refinement

From this reading His invitation was accepted with alacrity; and thus the club, which consists of lady members as well as gentlemen, was formed.

plural of “go” — a time period for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else)

From this reading _The "XIXth Century Club."--Intellectual Activity.--Literary Evenings.--Light Everywhere._ To show the point to which intellectual activity goes in America, I cannot do better than speak of the "XIXth Century Club."

enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

a period of time assigned for work

From this reading [14] It is with deep sorrow that I learn, while writing these lines, of the death of Mr. Courtlandt Palmer, to whom I owe many charming hours spent in New York.

the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb

From this reading _The "XIXth Century Club."--Intellectual Activity.--Literary Evenings.--Light Everywhere._ To show the point to which intellectual activity goes in America, I cannot do better than speak of the "XIXth Century Club."

the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

of great significance or value

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

a vague idea in which some confidence is placed

From this reading Nothing is more interesting than these meetings; nothing, at all events, left a deeper or more pleasurable impression upon me than these intellectual treats.

inside something, or within a place, period, or state

From this reading _The "XIXth Century Club."--Intellectual Activity.--Literary Evenings.--Light Everywhere._ To show the point to which intellectual activity goes in America, I cannot do better than speak of the "XIXth Century Club."

plural of “inhabitant” — a person who inhabits a particular place

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

of or associated with or requiring the use of the mind

From this reading _The "XIXth Century Club."--Intellectual Activity.--Literary Evenings.--Light Everywhere._ To show the point to which intellectual activity goes in America, I cannot do better than speak of the "XIXth Century Club."

arousing or holding the attention

From this reading Nothing is more interesting than these meetings; nothing, at all events, left a deeper or more pleasurable impression upon me than these intellectual treats.

a request (spoken or written) to participate or be present or take part in something

From this reading His invitation was accepted with alacrity; and thus the club, which consists of lady members as well as gentlemen, was formed.

attractive and tempting

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading [14] It is with deep sorrow that I learn, while writing these lines, of the death of Mr. Courtlandt Palmer, to whom I owe many charming hours spent in New York.

a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned

From this reading [14] It is with deep sorrow that I learn, while writing these lines, of the death of Mr. Courtlandt Palmer, to whom I owe many charming hours spent in New York.

a polite name for any woman

From this reading His invitation was accepted with alacrity; and thus the club, which consists of lady members as well as gentlemen, was formed.

gain knowledge or skills

From this reading [14] It is with deep sorrow that I learn, while writing these lines, of the death of Mr. Courtlandt Palmer, to whom I owe many charming hours spent in New York.

location near or direction toward the left side; i.e. the side to the north when a person or object faces east

From this reading Nothing is more interesting than these meetings; nothing, at all events, left a deeper or more pleasurable impression upon me than these intellectual treats.

of comparatively little physical weight or density

From this reading _The "XIXth Century Club."--Intellectual Activity.--Literary Evenings.--Light Everywhere._ To show the point to which intellectual activity goes in America, I cannot do better than speak of the "XIXth Century Club."

plural of “line” — a formation of people or things one beside another

From this reading [14] It is with deep sorrow that I learn, while writing these lines, of the death of Mr. Courtlandt Palmer, to whom I owe many charming hours spent in New York.

of or relating to or characteristic of literature

From this reading _The "XIXth Century Club."--Intellectual Activity.--Literary Evenings.--Light Everywhere._ To show the point to which intellectual activity goes in America, I cannot do better than speak of the "XIXth Century Club."

a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number

From this reading [14] It is with deep sorrow that I learn, while writing these lines, of the death of Mr. Courtlandt Palmer, to whom I owe many charming hours spent in New York.

the person speaking, as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading Nothing is more interesting than these meetings; nothing, at all events, left a deeper or more pleasurable impression upon me than these intellectual treats.

come together

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

plural of “meeting” — a formally arranged gathering

From this reading Nothing is more interesting than these meetings; nothing, at all events, left a deeper or more pleasurable impression upon me than these intellectual treats.

plural of “member” — one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)

From this reading His invitation was accepted with alacrity; and thus the club, which consists of lady members as well as gentlemen, was formed.

one of the twelve divisions of the calendar year

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree

From this reading Nothing is more interesting than these meetings; nothing, at all events, left a deeper or more pleasurable impression upon me than these intellectual treats.

a form of address for a man

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

not of long duration; having just (or relatively recently) come into being or been made or acquired or discovered

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

not one thing; not anything

From this reading Nothing is more interesting than these meetings; nothing, at all events, left a deeper or more pleasurable impression upon me than these intellectual treats.

belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something

From this reading _The "XIXth Century Club."--Intellectual Activity.--Literary Evenings.--Light Everywhere._ To show the point to which intellectual activity goes in America, I cannot do better than speak of the "XIXth Century Club."

used to mean any person in general, including the speaker

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

used to join alternatives or possibilities

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

be obliged to pay or repay

From this reading [14] It is with deep sorrow that I learn, while writing these lines, of the death of Mr. Courtlandt Palmer, to whom I owe many charming hours spent in New York.

United States golfer (born in 1929)

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

affording satisfaction or pleasure

From this reading Nothing is more interesting than these meetings; nothing, at all events, left a deeper or more pleasurable impression upon me than these intellectual treats.

a geometric element that has position but no extension

From this reading _The "XIXth Century Club."--Intellectual Activity.--Literary Evenings.--Light Everywhere._ To show the point to which intellectual activity goes in America, I cannot do better than speak of the "XIXth Century Club."

the original amount of a debt on which interest is calculated

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

plural of “question” — an instance of questioning

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

possessing material wealth

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

give an exhibition of to an interested audience

From this reading _The "XIXth Century Club."--Intellectual Activity.--Literary Evenings.--Light Everywhere._ To show the point to which intellectual activity goes in America, I cannot do better than speak of the "XIXth Century Club."

an emotion of great sadness associated with loss or bereavement

From this reading [14] It is with deep sorrow that I learn, while writing these lines, of the death of Mr. Courtlandt Palmer, to whom I owe many charming hours spent in New York.

express in speech

From this reading _The "XIXth Century Club."--Intellectual Activity.--Literary Evenings.--Light Everywhere._ To show the point to which intellectual activity goes in America, I cannot do better than speak of the "XIXth Century Club."

depleted of energy, force, or strength

From this reading [14] It is with deep sorrow that I learn, while writing these lines, of the death of Mr. Courtlandt Palmer, to whom I owe many charming hours spent in New York.

used to introduce the second part of a comparison

From this reading _The "XIXth Century Club."--Intellectual Activity.--Literary Evenings.--Light Everywhere._ To show the point to which intellectual activity goes in America, I cannot do better than speak of the "XIXth Century Club."

used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt

From this reading [14] It is with deep sorrow that I learn, while writing these lines, of the death of Mr. Courtlandt Palmer, to whom I owe many charming hours spent in New York.

used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind

From this reading _The "XIXth Century Club."--Intellectual Activity.--Literary Evenings.--Light Everywhere._ To show the point to which intellectual activity goes in America, I cannot do better than speak of the "XIXth Century Club."

the plural of “this”: the people or things near, or just mentioned

From this reading [14] It is with deep sorrow that I learn, while writing these lines, of the death of Mr. Courtlandt Palmer, to whom I owe many charming hours spent in New York.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

(used to introduce a logical conclusion) from that fact or reason or as a result

From this reading His invitation was accepted with alacrity; and thus the club, which consists of lady members as well as gentlemen, was formed.

used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive

From this reading _The "XIXth Century Club."--Intellectual Activity.--Literary Evenings.--Light Everywhere._ To show the point to which intellectual activity goes in America, I cannot do better than speak of the "XIXth Century Club."

plural of “treat” — something considered choice to eat

From this reading Nothing is more interesting than these meetings; nothing, at all events, left a deeper or more pleasurable impression upon me than these intellectual treats.

two times

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

a formal word for “on”

From this reading Nothing is more interesting than these meetings; nothing, at all events, left a deeper or more pleasurable impression upon me than these intellectual treats.

the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun

From this reading His invitation was accepted with alacrity; and thus the club, which consists of lady members as well as gentlemen, was formed.

(often used as a combining form) in a good or proper or satisfactory manner or to a high standard (“good” is a nonstandard dialectal variant for “well”)

From this reading His invitation was accepted with alacrity; and thus the club, which consists of lady members as well as gentlemen, was formed.

used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned

From this reading _The "XIXth Century Club."--Intellectual Activity.--Literary Evenings.--Light Everywhere._ To show the point to which intellectual activity goes in America, I cannot do better than speak of the "XIXth Century Club."

during the time that

From this reading [14] It is with deep sorrow that I learn, while writing these lines, of the death of Mr. Courtlandt Palmer, to whom I owe many charming hours spent in New York.

the form of “who” used as the object of a verb or preposition

From this reading [14] It is with deep sorrow that I learn, while writing these lines, of the death of Mr. Courtlandt Palmer, to whom I owe many charming hours spent in New York.

in the company of; together with

From this reading His invitation was accepted with alacrity; and thus the club, which consists of lady members as well as gentlemen, was formed.

the act of creating written works

From this reading [14] It is with deep sorrow that I learn, while writing these lines, of the death of Mr. Courtlandt Palmer, to whom I owe many charming hours spent in New York.

Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.

From this reading _The "XIXth Century Club."--Intellectual Activity.--Literary Evenings.--Light Everywhere._ To show the point to which intellectual activity goes in America, I cannot do better than speak of the "XIXth Century Club."

a late time of life

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.

the English royal house (a branch of the Plantagenet line) that reigned from 1461 to 1485; its emblem was a white rose

From this reading Two or three years ago, Mr. Courtlandt Palmer,[14] one of the principal inhabitants of New York--a gentleman as rich in intellectual attainments as in dollars--conceived the happy idea of inviting his friends to meet twice a month in his drawing-room, for the purpose of discussing the important questions of the day.