used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading But when Mr. Peary's own material was examined, it was found that his position rested on a set of worthless observations--calculations of altitudes of the sun so low that it is questionable if the observation could have been made at all.
(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 The real difficulty is that, in the haste to floor rival claims, Mr. Peary and all his biased helpers fixed as the crucial test of Polar attainment an examination of field observations.
altitudesnounUS /ˈæltɪtuːdz/
plural of “altitude” — elevation especially above sea level or above the earth's surface
From this reading But when Mr. Peary's own material was examined, it was found that his position rested on a set of worthless observations--calculations of altitudes of the sun so low that it is questionable if the observation could have been made at all.
the form of “a” used before a word that begins with a vowel sound
From this reading The real difficulty is that, in the haste to floor rival claims, Mr. Peary and all his biased helpers fixed as the crucial test of Polar attainment an examination of field observations.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading The real difficulty is that, in the haste to floor rival claims, Mr. Peary and all his biased helpers fixed as the crucial test of Polar attainment an examination of field observations.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading The real difficulty is that, in the haste to floor rival claims, Mr. Peary and all his biased helpers fixed as the crucial test of Polar attainment an examination of field observations.
assumingadjectiveUS /əˈsuːmɪŋ/
excessively forward
From this reading Mr. Peary had his; he had refused to let Whitney bring part of mine from the North; and, therefore, he and his friends supposed that I was helpless, by assuming this false position.
in or near a particular place or position
From this reading But when Mr. Peary's own material was examined, it was found that his position rested on a set of worthless observations--calculations of altitudes of the sun so low that it is questionable if the observation could have been made at all.
attainmentnounUS /əˈteɪnmənt/
the act of achieving an aim
From this reading The real difficulty is that, in the haste to floor rival claims, Mr. Peary and all his biased helpers fixed as the crucial test of Polar attainment an examination of field observations.
the power or right to give orders or make decisions
From this reading So long as three men, behind closed doors, could be made to say "Yes, Peary reached the Pole," and so long as this verdict came with the authority of a Geographic Society and the seeming endorsement of national prestige, the false position could be impressed upon the pubic as a _bona-fide_ verdict.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading So long as three men, behind closed doors, could be made to say "Yes, Peary reached the Pole," and so long as this verdict came with the authority of a Geographic Society and the seeming endorsement of national prestige, the false position could be impressed upon the pubic as a _bona-fide_ verdict.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading But when Mr. Peary's own material was examined, it was found that his position rested on a set of worthless observations--calculations of altitudes of the sun so low that it is questionable if the observation could have been made at all.
behindprepositionUS /bɪˈhaɪnd/
at or toward the back of something
From this reading So long as three men, behind closed doors, could be made to say "Yes, Peary reached the Pole," and so long as this verdict came with the authority of a Geographic Society and the seeming endorsement of national prestige, the false position could be impressed upon the pubic as a _bona-fide_ verdict.
biasedadjectiveUS /ˈbaɪəst/
favoring one person or side over another
From this reading The real difficulty is that, in the haste to floor rival claims, Mr. Peary and all his biased helpers fixed as the crucial test of Polar attainment an examination of field observations.
bona-fide
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From this reading So long as three men, behind closed doors, could be made to say "Yes, Peary reached the Pole," and so long as this verdict came with the authority of a Geographic Society and the seeming endorsement of national prestige, the false position could be impressed upon the pubic as a _bona-fide_ verdict.
take something or somebody with oneself somewhere
From this reading Mr. Peary had his; he had refused to let Whitney bring part of mine from the North; and, therefore, he and his friends supposed that I was helpless, by assuming this false position.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading But when Mr. Peary's own material was examined, it was found that his position rested on a set of worthless observations--calculations of altitudes of the sun so low that it is questionable if the observation could have been made at all.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading Mr. Peary had his; he had refused to let Whitney bring part of mine from the North; and, therefore, he and his friends supposed that I was helpless, by assuming this false position.
calculationsnounUS /ˌkælkjəˈleɪʃənz/
plural of “calculation” — the procedure of calculating; determining something by mathematical or logical methods
From this reading But when Mr. Peary's own material was examined, it was found that his position rested on a set of worthless observations--calculations of altitudes of the sun so low that it is questionable if the observation could have been made at all.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading So long as three men, behind closed doors, could be made to say "Yes, Peary reached the Pole," and so long as this verdict came with the authority of a Geographic Society and the seeming endorsement of national prestige, the false position could be impressed upon the pubic as a _bona-fide_ verdict.
claimsnounUS /kleɪmz/
plural of “claim” — an assertion of a right (as to money or property)
From this reading The real difficulty is that, in the haste to floor rival claims, Mr. Peary and all his biased helpers fixed as the crucial test of Polar attainment an examination of field observations.
not open or affording passage or access
From this reading So long as three men, behind closed doors, could be made to say "Yes, Peary reached the Pole," and so long as this verdict came with the authority of a Geographic Society and the seeming endorsement of national prestige, the false position could be impressed upon the pubic as a _bona-fide_ verdict.
the past of “can”; used for possibility or polite requests
From this reading But when Mr. Peary's own material was examined, it was found that his position rested on a set of worthless observations--calculations of altitudes of the sun so low that it is questionable if the observation could have been made at all.
crucialadjectiveUS /ˈkruːʃəl/
of extreme importance; vital to the resolution of a crisis
From this reading The real difficulty is that, in the haste to floor rival claims, Mr. Peary and all his biased helpers fixed as the crucial test of Polar attainment an examination of field observations.
an effort that is inconvenient
From this reading The real difficulty is that, in the haste to floor rival claims, Mr. Peary and all his biased helpers fixed as the crucial test of Polar attainment an examination of field observations.
plural of “door” — a swinging or sliding barrier that will close the entrance to a room or building or vehicle
From this reading So long as three men, behind closed doors, could be made to say "Yes, Peary reached the Pole," and so long as this verdict came with the authority of a Geographic Society and the seeming endorsement of national prestige, the false position could be impressed upon the pubic as a _bona-fide_ verdict.
endorsementnounUS /enˈdɔːrsmənt/
a promotional statement (as found on the dust jackets of books)
From this reading So long as three men, behind closed doors, could be made to say "Yes, Peary reached the Pole," and so long as this verdict came with the authority of a Geographic Society and the seeming endorsement of national prestige, the false position could be impressed upon the pubic as a _bona-fide_ verdict.
examinationnounUS /ɪɡˌzæməˈneɪʃən/
the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes)
From this reading The real difficulty is that, in the haste to floor rival claims, Mr. Peary and all his biased helpers fixed as the crucial test of Polar attainment an examination of field observations.
past form of “examine” — consider in detail and subject to an analysis in order to discover essential features or meaning
From this reading But when Mr. Peary's own material was examined, it was found that his position rested on a set of worthless observations--calculations of altitudes of the sun so low that it is questionable if the observation could have been made at all.
not in accordance with the fact or reality or actuality
From this reading Mr. Peary had his; he had refused to let Whitney bring part of mine from the North; and, therefore, he and his friends supposed that I was helpless, by assuming this false position.
a piece of land cleared of trees and usually enclosed
From this reading The real difficulty is that, in the haste to floor rival claims, Mr. Peary and all his biased helpers fixed as the crucial test of Polar attainment an examination of field observations.
(of a number) having a fixed and unchanging value
From this reading The real difficulty is that, in the haste to floor rival claims, Mr. Peary and all his biased helpers fixed as the crucial test of Polar attainment an examination of field observations.
the inside lower horizontal surface (as of a room, hallway, tent, or other structure)
From this reading The real difficulty is that, in the haste to floor rival claims, Mr. Peary and all his biased helpers fixed as the crucial test of Polar attainment an examination of field observations.
set up or found
From this reading But when Mr. Peary's own material was examined, it was found that his position rested on a set of worthless observations--calculations of altitudes of the sun so low that it is questionable if the observation could have been made at all.
plural of “friend” — a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
From this reading Mr. Peary had his; he had refused to let Whitney bring part of mine from the North; and, therefore, he and his friends supposed that I was helpless, by assuming this false position.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading Mr. Peary had his; he had refused to let Whitney bring part of mine from the North; and, therefore, he and his friends supposed that I was helpless, by assuming this false position.
a contest with rules to determine a winner
From this reading But, with publicity, the whole railroading game would be spoiled.
GeographicadjectiveUS /ˌdʒiːəˈɡræfɪk/
of or relating to the science of geography
From this reading So long as three men, behind closed doors, could be made to say "Yes, Peary reached the Pole," and so long as this verdict came with the authority of a Geographic Society and the seeming endorsement of national prestige, the false position could be impressed upon the pubic as a _bona-fide_ verdict.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading Mr. Peary had his; he had refused to let Whitney bring part of mine from the North; and, therefore, he and his friends supposed that I was helpless, by assuming this false position.
overly eager speed (and possible carelessness)
From this reading The real difficulty is that, in the haste to floor rival claims, Mr. Peary and all his biased helpers fixed as the crucial test of Polar attainment an examination of field observations.
haveauxiliary verbUS /hæv/
used with a past participle to form the perfect tenses
From this reading But when Mr. Peary's own material was examined, it was found that his position rested on a set of worthless observations--calculations of altitudes of the sun so low that it is questionable if the observation could have been made at all.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading Mr. Peary had his; he had refused to let Whitney bring part of mine from the North; and, therefore, he and his friends supposed that I was helpless, by assuming this false position.
helpersnounUS /ˈhelpərz/
plural of “helper” — a person who contributes to the fulfillment of a need or furtherance of an effort or purpose
From this reading The real difficulty is that, in the haste to floor rival claims, Mr. Peary and all his biased helpers fixed as the crucial test of Polar attainment an examination of field observations.
lacking in or deprived of strength or power
From this reading Mr. Peary had his; he had refused to let Whitney bring part of mine from the North; and, therefore, he and his friends supposed that I was helpless, by assuming this false position.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading The real difficulty is that, in the haste to floor rival claims, Mr. Peary and all his biased helpers fixed as the crucial test of Polar attainment an examination of field observations.
the person speaking or writing, as the subject of the verb
From this reading Mr. Peary had his; he had refused to let Whitney bring part of mine from the North; and, therefore, he and his friends supposed that I was helpless, by assuming this false position.
on condition that; in the event that
From this reading But when Mr. Peary's own material was examined, it was found that his position rested on a set of worthless observations--calculations of altitudes of the sun so low that it is questionable if the observation could have been made at all.
deeply or markedly affected or influenced
From this reading So long as three men, behind closed doors, could be made to say "Yes, Peary reached the Pole," and so long as this verdict came with the authority of a Geographic Society and the seeming endorsement of national prestige, the false position could be impressed upon the pubic as a _bona-fide_ verdict.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading The real difficulty is that, in the haste to floor rival claims, Mr. Peary and all his biased helpers fixed as the crucial test of Polar attainment an examination of field observations.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The real difficulty is that, in the haste to floor rival claims, Mr. Peary and all his biased helpers fixed as the crucial test of Polar attainment an examination of field observations.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading But when Mr. Peary's own material was examined, it was found that his position rested on a set of worthless observations--calculations of altitudes of the sun so low that it is questionable if the observation could have been made at all.
letauxiliary verbUS /let/
used to make a suggestion or a command including the speaker
From this reading Mr. Peary had his; he had refused to let Whitney bring part of mine from the North; and, therefore, he and his friends supposed that I was helpless, by assuming this false position.
primarily temporal sense; being or indicating a relatively great or greater than average duration or passage of time or a duration as specified
From this reading So long as three men, behind closed doors, could be made to say "Yes, Peary reached the Pole," and so long as this verdict came with the authority of a Geographic Society and the seeming endorsement of national prestige, the false position could be impressed upon the pubic as a _bona-fide_ verdict.
less than normal in degree or intensity or amount
From this reading But when Mr. Peary's own material was examined, it was found that his position rested on a set of worthless observations--calculations of altitudes of the sun so low that it is questionable if the observation could have been made at all.
produced by a manufacturing process
From this reading But when Mr. Peary's own material was examined, it was found that his position rested on a set of worthless observations--calculations of altitudes of the sun so low that it is questionable if the observation could have been made at all.
concerned with worldly rather than spiritual interests
From this reading But when Mr. Peary's own material was examined, it was found that his position rested on a set of worthless observations--calculations of altitudes of the sun so low that it is questionable if the observation could have been made at all.
the force of workers available
From this reading So long as three men, behind closed doors, could be made to say "Yes, Peary reached the Pole," and so long as this verdict came with the authority of a Geographic Society and the seeming endorsement of national prestige, the false position could be impressed upon the pubic as a _bona-fide_ verdict.
the one or ones belonging to the person speaking
From this reading Mr. Peary had his; he had refused to let Whitney bring part of mine from the North; and, therefore, he and his friends supposed that I was helpless, by assuming this false position.
a form of address for a man
From this reading The real difficulty is that, in the haste to floor rival claims, Mr. Peary and all his biased helpers fixed as the crucial test of Polar attainment an examination of field observations.
of or relating to or belonging to a nation or country
From this reading So long as three men, behind closed doors, could be made to say "Yes, Peary reached the Pole," and so long as this verdict came with the authority of a Geographic Society and the seeming endorsement of national prestige, the false position could be impressed upon the pubic as a _bona-fide_ verdict.
the region of the United States lying to the north of the Mason-Dixon line
From this reading Mr. Peary had his; he had refused to let Whitney bring part of mine from the North; and, therefore, he and his friends supposed that I was helpless, by assuming this false position.
the act of making and recording a measurement
From this reading But when Mr. Peary's own material was examined, it was found that his position rested on a set of worthless observations--calculations of altitudes of the sun so low that it is questionable if the observation could have been made at all.
observationsnounUS /ˌɑːbzərˈveɪʃənz/
plural of “observation” — the act of making and recording a measurement
From this reading The real difficulty is that, in the haste to floor rival claims, Mr. Peary and all his biased helpers fixed as the crucial test of Polar attainment an examination of field observations.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading The real difficulty is that, in the haste to floor rival claims, Mr. Peary and all his biased helpers fixed as the crucial test of Polar attainment an examination of field observations.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading But when Mr. Peary's own material was examined, it was found that his position rested on a set of worthless observations--calculations of altitudes of the sun so low that it is questionable if the observation could have been made at all.
have ownership or possession of
From this reading But when Mr. Peary's own material was examined, it was found that his position rested on a set of worthless observations--calculations of altitudes of the sun so low that it is questionable if the observation could have been made at all.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading Mr. Peary had his; he had refused to let Whitney bring part of mine from the North; and, therefore, he and his friends supposed that I was helpless, by assuming this false position.
PearynounUS /ˈpiːri/
United States Arctic explorer and United States naval officer who has been regarded as the first man to reach the North Pole (1856-1920)
From this reading The real difficulty is that, in the haste to floor rival claims, Mr. Peary and all his biased helpers fixed as the crucial test of Polar attainment an examination of field observations.
Peary's
Dictionary entry pending editorial verification. Tap Listen to hear the word.
From this reading But when Mr. Peary's own material was examined, it was found that his position rested on a set of worthless observations--calculations of altitudes of the sun so low that it is questionable if the observation could have been made at all.
PolaradjectiveUS /ˈpoʊlər/
having a pair of equal and opposite charges
From this reading The real difficulty is that, in the haste to floor rival claims, Mr. Peary and all his biased helpers fixed as the crucial test of Polar attainment an examination of field observations.
PolenounUS /poʊl/
a long (usually round) rod of wood or metal or plastic
From this reading So long as three men, behind closed doors, could be made to say "Yes, Peary reached the Pole," and so long as this verdict came with the authority of a Geographic Society and the seeming endorsement of national prestige, the false position could be impressed upon the pubic as a _bona-fide_ verdict.
the particular portion of space occupied by something
From this reading Mr. Peary had his; he had refused to let Whitney bring part of mine from the North; and, therefore, he and his friends supposed that I was helpless, by assuming this false position.
prestigenounUS /preˈstiːʒ/
a high standing achieved through success or influence or wealth etc.
From this reading So long as three men, behind closed doors, could be made to say "Yes, Peary reached the Pole," and so long as this verdict came with the authority of a Geographic Society and the seeming endorsement of national prestige, the false position could be impressed upon the pubic as a _bona-fide_ verdict.
pubicadjectiveUS /ˈpjuːbɪk/
relating or near the pubis
From this reading So long as three men, behind closed doors, could be made to say "Yes, Peary reached the Pole," and so long as this verdict came with the authority of a Geographic Society and the seeming endorsement of national prestige, the false position could be impressed upon the pubic as a _bona-fide_ verdict.
publicitynounUS /pəˈblɪsəti/
a message issued in behalf of some product or cause or idea or person or institution
From this reading But, with publicity, the whole railroading game would be spoiled.
questionableadjectiveUS /ˈkwestʃənəbəl/
subject to question
From this reading But when Mr. Peary's own material was examined, it was found that his position rested on a set of worthless observations--calculations of altitudes of the sun so low that it is questionable if the observation could have been made at all.
railroadingnounUS /ˈreɪlroʊdɪŋ/
the activity of designing and constructing and operating railroads
From this reading But, with publicity, the whole railroading game would be spoiled.
past form of “reach” — reach a destination, either real or abstract
From this reading So long as three men, behind closed doors, could be made to say "Yes, Peary reached the Pole," and so long as this verdict came with the authority of a Geographic Society and the seeming endorsement of national prestige, the false position could be impressed upon the pubic as a _bona-fide_ verdict.
being or occurring in fact or actuality; having verified existence; not illusory
From this reading The real difficulty is that, in the haste to floor rival claims, Mr. Peary and all his biased helpers fixed as the crucial test of Polar attainment an examination of field observations.
past form of “refuse” — show unwillingness towards
From this reading Mr. Peary had his; he had refused to let Whitney bring part of mine from the North; and, therefore, he and his friends supposed that I was helpless, by assuming this false position.
not tired; refreshed as by sleeping or relaxing
From this reading But when Mr. Peary's own material was examined, it was found that his position rested on a set of worthless observations--calculations of altitudes of the sun so low that it is questionable if the observation could have been made at all.
rivalverbUS /ˈraɪvəl/
be equal to in quality or ability
From this reading The real difficulty is that, in the haste to floor rival claims, Mr. Peary and all his biased helpers fixed as the crucial test of Polar attainment an examination of field observations.
express in words
From this reading So long as three men, behind closed doors, could be made to say "Yes, Peary reached the Pole," and so long as this verdict came with the authority of a Geographic Society and the seeming endorsement of national prestige, the false position could be impressed upon the pubic as a _bona-fide_ verdict.
seemingadjectiveUS /ˈsiːmɪŋ/
appearing as such but not necessarily so
From this reading So long as three men, behind closed doors, could be made to say "Yes, Peary reached the Pole," and so long as this verdict came with the authority of a Geographic Society and the seeming endorsement of national prestige, the false position could be impressed upon the pubic as a _bona-fide_ verdict.
put into a certain place or abstract location
From this reading But when Mr. Peary's own material was examined, it was found that his position rested on a set of worthless observations--calculations of altitudes of the sun so low that it is questionable if the observation could have been made at all.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading But when Mr. Peary's own material was examined, it was found that his position rested on a set of worthless observations--calculations of altitudes of the sun so low that it is questionable if the observation could have been made at all.
an extended social group having a distinctive cultural and economic organization
From this reading So long as three men, behind closed doors, could be made to say "Yes, Peary reached the Pole," and so long as this verdict came with the authority of a Geographic Society and the seeming endorsement of national prestige, the false position could be impressed upon the pubic as a _bona-fide_ verdict.
spoiledadjectiveUS /spɔɪld/
having the character or disposition harmed by pampering or oversolicitous attention
From this reading But, with publicity, the whole railroading game would be spoiled.
the star that is the source of light and heat for the planets in the solar system
From this reading But when Mr. Peary's own material was examined, it was found that his position rested on a set of worthless observations--calculations of altitudes of the sun so low that it is questionable if the observation could have been made at all.
required or under orders
From this reading Mr. Peary had his; he had refused to let Whitney bring part of mine from the North; and, therefore, he and his friends supposed that I was helpless, by assuming this false position.
testnounUS /test/
trying something to find out about it
From this reading The real difficulty is that, in the haste to floor rival claims, Mr. Peary and all his biased helpers fixed as the crucial test of Polar attainment an examination of field observations.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The real difficulty is that, in the haste to floor rival claims, Mr. Peary and all his biased helpers fixed as the crucial test of Polar attainment an examination of field observations.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading The real difficulty is that, in the haste to floor rival claims, Mr. Peary and all his biased helpers fixed as the crucial test of Polar attainment an examination of field observations.
for that reason; as a result
From this reading Mr. Peary had his; he had refused to let Whitney bring part of mine from the North; and, therefore, he and his friends supposed that I was helpless, by assuming this false position.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading Mr. Peary had his; he had refused to let Whitney bring part of mine from the North; and, therefore, he and his friends supposed that I was helpless, by assuming this false position.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one and one
From this reading So long as three men, behind closed doors, could be made to say "Yes, Peary reached the Pole," and so long as this verdict came with the authority of a Geographic Society and the seeming endorsement of national prestige, the false position could be impressed upon the pubic as a _bona-fide_ verdict.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The real difficulty is that, in the haste to floor rival claims, Mr. Peary and all his biased helpers fixed as the crucial test of Polar attainment an examination of field observations.
uponprepositionUS /əˈpɑːn/
a formal word for “on”
From this reading So long as three men, behind closed doors, could be made to say "Yes, Peary reached the Pole," and so long as this verdict came with the authority of a Geographic Society and the seeming endorsement of national prestige, the false position could be impressed upon the pubic as a _bona-fide_ verdict.
verdictnounUS /ˈvɜːrdɪkt/
(law) the findings of a jury on issues of fact submitted to it for decision; can be used in formulating a judgment
From this reading So long as three men, behind closed doors, could be made to say "Yes, Peary reached the Pole," and so long as this verdict came with the authority of a Geographic Society and the seeming endorsement of national prestige, the false position could be impressed upon the pubic as a _bona-fide_ verdict.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading Mr. Peary had his; he had refused to let Whitney bring part of mine from the North; and, therefore, he and his friends supposed that I was helpless, by assuming this false position.
at the time that
From this reading But when Mr. Peary's own material was examined, it was found that his position rested on a set of worthless observations--calculations of altitudes of the sun so low that it is questionable if the observation could have been made at all.
WhitneynounUS /ˈwɪtni/
United States inventor of the mechanical cotton gin (1765-1825)
From this reading Mr. Peary had his; he had refused to let Whitney bring part of mine from the North; and, therefore, he and his friends supposed that I was helpless, by assuming this false position.
including all components without exception; being one unit or constituting the full amount or extent or duration; complete
From this reading But, with publicity, the whole railroading game would be spoiled.
in the company of; together with
From this reading So long as three men, behind closed doors, could be made to say "Yes, Peary reached the Pole," and so long as this verdict came with the authority of a Geographic Society and the seeming endorsement of national prestige, the false position could be impressed upon the pubic as a _bona-fide_ verdict.
worthlessadjectiveUS /ˈwɜːrθləs/
lacking in usefulness or value
From this reading But when Mr. Peary's own material was examined, it was found that his position rested on a set of worthless observations--calculations of altitudes of the sun so low that it is questionable if the observation could have been made at all.
used for something imagined, polite, or habitual in the past
From this reading But, with publicity, the whole railroading game would be spoiled.
an affirmative
From this reading So long as three men, behind closed doors, could be made to say "Yes, Peary reached the Pole," and so long as this verdict came with the authority of a Geographic Society and the seeming endorsement of national prestige, the false position could be impressed upon the pubic as a _bona-fide_ verdict.
