used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading JIMMY READS THE PAPER _The Doubleay_ was written and edited in the sanctum in Academy Hall and printed in a small job printing shop over Garfield’s grocery on State street.
AcademynounUS /əˈkæd.ə.mi/
A place of study or training in a special field of knowledge and arts.
From this reading JIMMY READS THE PAPER _The Doubleay_ was written and edited in the sanctum in Academy Hall and printed in a small job printing shop over Garfield’s grocery on State street.
(followed by “to”) in agreement with or accordant with
From this reading The first issue of the paper this fall came out on the second Thursday of the term, and, according to custom, contained six pages instead of the usual four, the added matter consisting of the student list arranged by classes and printed on two sides of a half-sheet under the impressive legend: _The Doubleay--Supplement_.
accuratelyadverbUS /ˈækjərətli/
with few mistakes
From this reading Typographical errors were only frequent enough to encourage the reader of a humorous turn of mind to a diligent perusal of the four pages; the advertising matter was attractively displayed and the editorial policy was commendably simple, being to present the news accurately and briefly.
past form of “add” — make an addition (to); join or combine or unite with others; increase the quality, quantity, size or scope of
From this reading The first issue of the paper this fall came out on the second Thursday of the term, and, according to custom, contained six pages instead of the usual four, the added matter consisting of the student list arranged by classes and printed on two sides of a half-sheet under the impressive legend: _The Doubleay--Supplement_.
advertisersnounUS /ˈædvərtaɪzərz/
plural of “advertiser” — someone whose business is advertising
From this reading The paper was published on Thursday and distributed to subscribers and advertisers by a more or less efficient corps of six young gentlemen, usually freshmen, who received the munificent reward of half a cent per copy.
advertisingnounUS /ˈædvərtaɪzɪŋ/
a public promotion of some product or service
From this reading Typographical errors were only frequent enough to encourage the reader of a humorous turn of mind to a diligent perusal of the four pages; the advertising matter was attractively displayed and the editorial policy was commendably simple, being to present the news accurately and briefly.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading JIMMY READS THE PAPER _The Doubleay_ was written and edited in the sanctum in Academy Hall and printed in a small job printing shop over Garfield’s grocery on State street.
disposed or placed in a particular kind of order
From this reading The first issue of the paper this fall came out on the second Thursday of the term, and, according to custom, contained six pages instead of the usual four, the added matter consisting of the student list arranged by classes and printed on two sides of a half-sheet under the impressive legend: _The Doubleay--Supplement_.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading As school weeklies go, _The Doubleay_ was a very presentable sheet.
attractivelyadverbUS /əˈtræktɪvli/
in a beautiful manner
From this reading Typographical errors were only frequent enough to encourage the reader of a humorous turn of mind to a diligent perusal of the four pages; the advertising matter was attractively displayed and the editorial policy was commendably simple, being to present the news accurately and briefly.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading Typographical errors were only frequent enough to encourage the reader of a humorous turn of mind to a diligent perusal of the four pages; the advertising matter was attractively displayed and the editorial policy was commendably simple, being to present the news accurately and briefly.
brieflyadverbUS /ˈbriːfli/
for a short time
From this reading Typographical errors were only frequent enough to encourage the reader of a humorous turn of mind to a diligent perusal of the four pages; the advertising matter was attractively displayed and the editorial policy was commendably simple, being to present the news accurately and briefly.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The paper was published on Thursday and distributed to subscribers and advertisers by a more or less efficient corps of six young gentlemen, usually freshmen, who received the munificent reward of half a cent per copy.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading The first issue of the paper this fall came out on the second Thursday of the term, and, according to custom, contained six pages instead of the usual four, the added matter consisting of the student list arranged by classes and printed on two sides of a half-sheet under the impressive legend: _The Doubleay--Supplement_.
centnounUS /sent/
a fractional monetary unit of several countries
From this reading The paper was published on Thursday and distributed to subscribers and advertisers by a more or less efficient corps of six young gentlemen, usually freshmen, who received the munificent reward of half a cent per copy.
classesnounUS /ˈklæsəz/
plural of “class” — a collection of things sharing a common attribute
From this reading The first issue of the paper this fall came out on the second Thursday of the term, and, according to custom, contained six pages instead of the usual four, the added matter consisting of the student list arranged by classes and printed on two sides of a half-sheet under the impressive legend: _The Doubleay--Supplement_.
commendably
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From this reading Typographical errors were only frequent enough to encourage the reader of a humorous turn of mind to a diligent perusal of the four pages; the advertising matter was attractively displayed and the editorial policy was commendably simple, being to present the news accurately and briefly.
consistingverbUS /kənˈsɪstɪŋ/
-ing form of “consist” — originate
From this reading The first issue of the paper this fall came out on the second Thursday of the term, and, according to custom, contained six pages instead of the usual four, the added matter consisting of the student list arranged by classes and printed on two sides of a half-sheet under the impressive legend: _The Doubleay--Supplement_.
gotten under control
From this reading The first issue of the paper this fall came out on the second Thursday of the term, and, according to custom, contained six pages instead of the usual four, the added matter consisting of the student list arranged by classes and printed on two sides of a half-sheet under the impressive legend: _The Doubleay--Supplement_.
a reproduction of a written record (e.g. of a legal or school record)
From this reading The paper was published on Thursday and distributed to subscribers and advertisers by a more or less efficient corps of six young gentlemen, usually freshmen, who received the munificent reward of half a cent per copy.
corpsnounUS /kɔːr/
an army unit usually consisting of two or more divisions and their support
From this reading The paper was published on Thursday and distributed to subscribers and advertisers by a more or less efficient corps of six young gentlemen, usually freshmen, who received the munificent reward of half a cent per copy.
accepted or habitual practice
From this reading The first issue of the paper this fall came out on the second Thursday of the term, and, according to custom, contained six pages instead of the usual four, the added matter consisting of the student list arranged by classes and printed on two sides of a half-sheet under the impressive legend: _The Doubleay--Supplement_.
diligentadjectiveUS /ˈdɪlɪdʒənt/
quietly and steadily persevering especially in detail or exactness
From this reading Typographical errors were only frequent enough to encourage the reader of a humorous turn of mind to a diligent perusal of the four pages; the advertising matter was attractively displayed and the editorial policy was commendably simple, being to present the news accurately and briefly.
displayedverbUS /dɪˈspleɪd/
past form of “display” — to show, make visible or apparent
From this reading Typographical errors were only frequent enough to encourage the reader of a humorous turn of mind to a diligent perusal of the four pages; the advertising matter was attractively displayed and the editorial policy was commendably simple, being to present the news accurately and briefly.
distributedadjectiveUS /dɪˈstrɪbjətəd/
spread out or scattered about or divided up
From this reading The paper was published on Thursday and distributed to subscribers and advertisers by a more or less efficient corps of six young gentlemen, usually freshmen, who received the munificent reward of half a cent per copy.
Doubleay
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From this reading JIMMY READS THE PAPER _The Doubleay_ was written and edited in the sanctum in Academy Hall and printed in a small job printing shop over Garfield’s grocery on State street.
editedadjectiveUS /ˈedətəd/
improved or corrected by critical editing
From this reading JIMMY READS THE PAPER _The Doubleay_ was written and edited in the sanctum in Academy Hall and printed in a small job printing shop over Garfield’s grocery on State street.
editorialadjectiveUS /ˌedəˈtɔːriəl/
of or relating to an article stating opinions or giving perspectives
From this reading Typographical errors were only frequent enough to encourage the reader of a humorous turn of mind to a diligent perusal of the four pages; the advertising matter was attractively displayed and the editorial policy was commendably simple, being to present the news accurately and briefly.
efficientadjectiveUS /ɪˈfɪʃənt/
being effective without wasting time or effort or expense
From this reading The paper was published on Thursday and distributed to subscribers and advertisers by a more or less efficient corps of six young gentlemen, usually freshmen, who received the munificent reward of half a cent per copy.
encourageverbUS /enˈkɜːrɪdʒ/
contribute to the progress or growth of
From this reading Typographical errors were only frequent enough to encourage the reader of a humorous turn of mind to a diligent perusal of the four pages; the advertising matter was attractively displayed and the editorial policy was commendably simple, being to present the news accurately and briefly.
an adequate quantity; a quantity that is large enough to achieve a purpose
From this reading Typographical errors were only frequent enough to encourage the reader of a humorous turn of mind to a diligent perusal of the four pages; the advertising matter was attractively displayed and the editorial policy was commendably simple, being to present the news accurately and briefly.
errorsnounUS /ˈerərz/
plural of “error” — a wrong action attributable to bad judgment or ignorance or inattention
From this reading Typographical errors were only frequent enough to encourage the reader of a humorous turn of mind to a diligent perusal of the four pages; the advertising matter was attractively displayed and the editorial policy was commendably simple, being to present the news accurately and briefly.
descend in free fall under the influence of gravity
From this reading The first issue of the paper this fall came out on the second Thursday of the term, and, according to custom, contained six pages instead of the usual four, the added matter consisting of the student list arranged by classes and printed on two sides of a half-sheet under the impressive legend: _The Doubleay--Supplement_.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading The first issue of the paper this fall came out on the second Thursday of the term, and, according to custom, contained six pages instead of the usual four, the added matter consisting of the student list arranged by classes and printed on two sides of a half-sheet under the impressive legend: _The Doubleay--Supplement_.
the cardinal number that is the sum of three and one
From this reading Typographical errors were only frequent enough to encourage the reader of a humorous turn of mind to a diligent perusal of the four pages; the advertising matter was attractively displayed and the editorial policy was commendably simple, being to present the news accurately and briefly.
frequentverbUS /ˈfriːkwənt/
do one's shopping at; do business with; be a customer or client of
From this reading Typographical errors were only frequent enough to encourage the reader of a humorous turn of mind to a diligent perusal of the four pages; the advertising matter was attractively displayed and the editorial policy was commendably simple, being to present the news accurately and briefly.
freshmennounUS /ˈfreʃmɪn/
plural of “freshman” — a first-year undergraduate
From this reading The paper was published on Thursday and distributed to subscribers and advertisers by a more or less efficient corps of six young gentlemen, usually freshmen, who received the munificent reward of half a cent per copy.
Garfield's
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From this reading JIMMY READS THE PAPER _The Doubleay_ was written and edited in the sanctum in Academy Hall and printed in a small job printing shop over Garfield’s grocery on State street.
plural of “gentleman” — a man of refinement
From this reading The paper was published on Thursday and distributed to subscribers and advertisers by a more or less efficient corps of six young gentlemen, usually freshmen, who received the munificent reward of half a cent per copy.
change location; move, travel, or proceed, also metaphorically
From this reading As school weeklies go, _The Doubleay_ was a very presentable sheet.
grocerynounUS /ˈɡroʊsəri/
a marketplace where groceries are sold
From this reading JIMMY READS THE PAPER _The Doubleay_ was written and edited in the sanctum in Academy Hall and printed in a small job printing shop over Garfield’s grocery on State street.
consisting of one of two equivalent parts in value or quantity
From this reading The paper was published on Thursday and distributed to subscribers and advertisers by a more or less efficient corps of six young gentlemen, usually freshmen, who received the munificent reward of half a cent per copy.
half-sheet
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From this reading The first issue of the paper this fall came out on the second Thursday of the term, and, according to custom, contained six pages instead of the usual four, the added matter consisting of the student list arranged by classes and printed on two sides of a half-sheet under the impressive legend: _The Doubleay--Supplement_.
an interior passage or corridor onto which rooms open
From this reading JIMMY READS THE PAPER _The Doubleay_ was written and edited in the sanctum in Academy Hall and printed in a small job printing shop over Garfield’s grocery on State street.
humorousadjectiveUS /ˈhjuːmərəs/
full of or characterized by humor
From this reading Typographical errors were only frequent enough to encourage the reader of a humorous turn of mind to a diligent perusal of the four pages; the advertising matter was attractively displayed and the editorial policy was commendably simple, being to present the news accurately and briefly.
impressiveadjectiveUS /ˌɪmˈpresɪv/
making a strong or vivid impression
From this reading The first issue of the paper this fall came out on the second Thursday of the term, and, according to custom, contained six pages instead of the usual four, the added matter consisting of the student list arranged by classes and printed on two sides of a half-sheet under the impressive legend: _The Doubleay--Supplement_.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading JIMMY READS THE PAPER _The Doubleay_ was written and edited in the sanctum in Academy Hall and printed in a small job printing shop over Garfield’s grocery on State street.
in place of, or as an alternative to
From this reading The first issue of the paper this fall came out on the second Thursday of the term, and, according to custom, contained six pages instead of the usual four, the added matter consisting of the student list arranged by classes and printed on two sides of a half-sheet under the impressive legend: _The Doubleay--Supplement_.
issueverbUS /ˈɪʃuː/
prepare and issue for public distribution or sale
From this reading The first issue of the paper this fall came out on the second Thursday of the term, and, according to custom, contained six pages instead of the usual four, the added matter consisting of the student list arranged by classes and printed on two sides of a half-sheet under the impressive legend: _The Doubleay--Supplement_.
to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open
From this reading JIMMY READS THE PAPER _The Doubleay_ was written and edited in the sanctum in Academy Hall and printed in a small job printing shop over Garfield’s grocery on State street.
the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money
From this reading JIMMY READS THE PAPER _The Doubleay_ was written and edited in the sanctum in Academy Hall and printed in a small job printing shop over Garfield’s grocery on State street.
legendnounUS /ˈledʒənd/
a story about mythical or supernatural beings or events
From this reading The first issue of the paper this fall came out on the second Thursday of the term, and, according to custom, contained six pages instead of the usual four, the added matter consisting of the student list arranged by classes and printed on two sides of a half-sheet under the impressive legend: _The Doubleay--Supplement_.
used to form the comparative of some adjectives and adverbs
From this reading The paper was published on Thursday and distributed to subscribers and advertisers by a more or less efficient corps of six young gentlemen, usually freshmen, who received the munificent reward of half a cent per copy.
give or make a list of; name individually; give the names of
From this reading The first issue of the paper this fall came out on the second Thursday of the term, and, according to custom, contained six pages instead of the usual four, the added matter consisting of the student list arranged by classes and printed on two sides of a half-sheet under the impressive legend: _The Doubleay--Supplement_.
a vaguely specified concern
From this reading Typographical errors were only frequent enough to encourage the reader of a humorous turn of mind to a diligent perusal of the four pages; the advertising matter was attractively displayed and the editorial policy was commendably simple, being to present the news accurately and briefly.
The element of a person that enables awareness and thought.
From this reading Typographical errors were only frequent enough to encourage the reader of a humorous turn of mind to a diligent perusal of the four pages; the advertising matter was attractively displayed and the editorial policy was commendably simple, being to present the news accurately and briefly.
(comparative of “much” used with mass nouns) a quantifier meaning greater in size or amount or extent or degree
From this reading The paper was published on Thursday and distributed to subscribers and advertisers by a more or less efficient corps of six young gentlemen, usually freshmen, who received the munificent reward of half a cent per copy.
munificentadjective
very generous
From this reading The paper was published on Thursday and distributed to subscribers and advertisers by a more or less efficient corps of six young gentlemen, usually freshmen, who received the munificent reward of half a cent per copy.
information about recent and important events
From this reading Typographical errors were only frequent enough to encourage the reader of a humorous turn of mind to a diligent perusal of the four pages; the advertising matter was attractively displayed and the editorial policy was commendably simple, being to present the news accurately and briefly.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading Typographical errors were only frequent enough to encourage the reader of a humorous turn of mind to a diligent perusal of the four pages; the advertising matter was attractively displayed and the editorial policy was commendably simple, being to present the news accurately and briefly.
touching and supported by a surface
From this reading JIMMY READS THE PAPER _The Doubleay_ was written and edited in the sanctum in Academy Hall and printed in a small job printing shop over Garfield’s grocery on State street.
and nothing more
From this reading Typographical errors were only frequent enough to encourage the reader of a humorous turn of mind to a diligent perusal of the four pages; the advertising matter was attractively displayed and the editorial policy was commendably simple, being to present the news accurately and briefly.
used to join alternatives or possibilities
From this reading The paper was published on Thursday and distributed to subscribers and advertisers by a more or less efficient corps of six young gentlemen, usually freshmen, who received the munificent reward of half a cent per copy.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading The first issue of the paper this fall came out on the second Thursday of the term, and, according to custom, contained six pages instead of the usual four, the added matter consisting of the student list arranged by classes and printed on two sides of a half-sheet under the impressive legend: _The Doubleay--Supplement_.
overprepositionUS /ˈoʊvər/
above and across; more than
From this reading JIMMY READS THE PAPER _The Doubleay_ was written and edited in the sanctum in Academy Hall and printed in a small job printing shop over Garfield’s grocery on State street.
plural of “page” — one side of one leaf (of a book or magazine or newspaper or letter etc.) or the written or pictorial matter it contains
From this reading Typographical errors were only frequent enough to encourage the reader of a humorous turn of mind to a diligent perusal of the four pages; the advertising matter was attractively displayed and the editorial policy was commendably simple, being to present the news accurately and briefly.
a material made of cellulose pulp derived mainly from wood or rags or certain grasses
From this reading JIMMY READS THE PAPER _The Doubleay_ was written and edited in the sanctum in Academy Hall and printed in a small job printing shop over Garfield’s grocery on State street.
for each
From this reading The paper was published on Thursday and distributed to subscribers and advertisers by a more or less efficient corps of six young gentlemen, usually freshmen, who received the munificent reward of half a cent per copy.
perusalnounUS /pərˈuːzəl/
reading carefully with intent to remember
From this reading Typographical errors were only frequent enough to encourage the reader of a humorous turn of mind to a diligent perusal of the four pages; the advertising matter was attractively displayed and the editorial policy was commendably simple, being to present the news accurately and briefly.
policynounUS /ˈpɑːləsi/
a plan of action adopted by an individual or social group
From this reading Typographical errors were only frequent enough to encourage the reader of a humorous turn of mind to a diligent perusal of the four pages; the advertising matter was attractively displayed and the editorial policy was commendably simple, being to present the news accurately and briefly.
give an exhibition of to an interested audience
From this reading Typographical errors were only frequent enough to encourage the reader of a humorous turn of mind to a diligent perusal of the four pages; the advertising matter was attractively displayed and the editorial policy was commendably simple, being to present the news accurately and briefly.
presentableadjectiveUS /prəˈzentəbəl/
fit to be seen
From this reading As school weeklies go, _The Doubleay_ was a very presentable sheet.
past form of “print” — put into print
From this reading JIMMY READS THE PAPER _The Doubleay_ was written and edited in the sanctum in Academy Hall and printed in a small job printing shop over Garfield’s grocery on State street.
printingnounUS /ˈprɪntɪŋ/
text handwritten in the style of printed matter
From this reading JIMMY READS THE PAPER _The Doubleay_ was written and edited in the sanctum in Academy Hall and printed in a small job printing shop over Garfield’s grocery on State street.
prepared and printed for distribution and sale
From this reading The paper was published on Thursday and distributed to subscribers and advertisers by a more or less efficient corps of six young gentlemen, usually freshmen, who received the munificent reward of half a cent per copy.
a person who enjoys reading
From this reading Typographical errors were only frequent enough to encourage the reader of a humorous turn of mind to a diligent perusal of the four pages; the advertising matter was attractively displayed and the editorial policy was commendably simple, being to present the news accurately and briefly.
READSnounUS /riːdz/
plural of “read” — something that is read
From this reading JIMMY READS THE PAPER _The Doubleay_ was written and edited in the sanctum in Academy Hall and printed in a small job printing shop over Garfield’s grocery on State street.
conforming to the established language usage of educated native speakers
From this reading The paper was published on Thursday and distributed to subscribers and advertisers by a more or less efficient corps of six young gentlemen, usually freshmen, who received the munificent reward of half a cent per copy.
a recompense for worthy acts or retribution for wrongdoing
From this reading The paper was published on Thursday and distributed to subscribers and advertisers by a more or less efficient corps of six young gentlemen, usually freshmen, who received the munificent reward of half a cent per copy.
sanctumnounUS /ˈsæŋktəm/
a place of inviolable privacy
From this reading JIMMY READS THE PAPER _The Doubleay_ was written and edited in the sanctum in Academy Hall and printed in a small job printing shop over Garfield’s grocery on State street.
an educational institution
From this reading As school weeklies go, _The Doubleay_ was a very presentable sheet.
1/60 of a minute; the basic unit of time adopted under the Systeme International d'Unites
From this reading The first issue of the paper this fall came out on the second Thursday of the term, and, according to custom, contained six pages instead of the usual four, the added matter consisting of the student list arranged by classes and printed on two sides of a half-sheet under the impressive legend: _The Doubleay--Supplement_.
any broad thin expanse or surface
From this reading As school weeklies go, _The Doubleay_ was a very presentable sheet.
do one's shopping
From this reading JIMMY READS THE PAPER _The Doubleay_ was written and edited in the sanctum in Academy Hall and printed in a small job printing shop over Garfield’s grocery on State street.
plural of “side” — a place within a region identified relative to a center or reference location
From this reading The first issue of the paper this fall came out on the second Thursday of the term, and, according to custom, contained six pages instead of the usual four, the added matter consisting of the student list arranged by classes and printed on two sides of a half-sheet under the impressive legend: _The Doubleay--Supplement_.
having few parts; not complex or complicated or involved
From this reading Typographical errors were only frequent enough to encourage the reader of a humorous turn of mind to a diligent perusal of the four pages; the advertising matter was attractively displayed and the editorial policy was commendably simple, being to present the news accurately and briefly.
the cardinal number that is the sum of five and one
From this reading The paper was published on Thursday and distributed to subscribers and advertisers by a more or less efficient corps of six young gentlemen, usually freshmen, who received the munificent reward of half a cent per copy.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading JIMMY READS THE PAPER _The Doubleay_ was written and edited in the sanctum in Academy Hall and printed in a small job printing shop over Garfield’s grocery on State street.
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading JIMMY READS THE PAPER _The Doubleay_ was written and edited in the sanctum in Academy Hall and printed in a small job printing shop over Garfield’s grocery on State street.
a thoroughfare (usually including sidewalks) that is lined with buildings
From this reading JIMMY READS THE PAPER _The Doubleay_ was written and edited in the sanctum in Academy Hall and printed in a small job printing shop over Garfield’s grocery on State street.
studentnounUS /ˈstuːdənt/
a learner who is enrolled in an educational institution
From this reading The first issue of the paper this fall came out on the second Thursday of the term, and, according to custom, contained six pages instead of the usual four, the added matter consisting of the student list arranged by classes and printed on two sides of a half-sheet under the impressive legend: _The Doubleay--Supplement_.
subscribersnounUS /səbˈskraɪbərz/
plural of “subscriber” — someone who expresses strong approval
From this reading The paper was published on Thursday and distributed to subscribers and advertisers by a more or less efficient corps of six young gentlemen, usually freshmen, who received the munificent reward of half a cent per copy.
SupplementnounUS /ˈsʌpləmənt/
textual matter that is added onto a publication; usually at the end
From this reading The first issue of the paper this fall came out on the second Thursday of the term, and, according to custom, contained six pages instead of the usual four, the added matter consisting of the student list arranged by classes and printed on two sides of a half-sheet under the impressive legend: _The Doubleay--Supplement_.
a word or expression used for some particular thing
From this reading The first issue of the paper this fall came out on the second Thursday of the term, and, according to custom, contained six pages instead of the usual four, the added matter consisting of the student list arranged by classes and printed on two sides of a half-sheet under the impressive legend: _The Doubleay--Supplement_.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading JIMMY READS THE PAPER _The Doubleay_ was written and edited in the sanctum in Academy Hall and printed in a small job printing shop over Garfield’s grocery on State street.
used for a person or thing that is near, or that has just been mentioned
From this reading The first issue of the paper this fall came out on the second Thursday of the term, and, according to custom, contained six pages instead of the usual four, the added matter consisting of the student list arranged by classes and printed on two sides of a half-sheet under the impressive legend: _The Doubleay--Supplement_.
ThursdaynounUS /ˈθɜːrzdeɪ/
the fifth day of the week; the fourth working day
From this reading The paper was published on Thursday and distributed to subscribers and advertisers by a more or less efficient corps of six young gentlemen, usually freshmen, who received the munificent reward of half a cent per copy.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading Typographical errors were only frequent enough to encourage the reader of a humorous turn of mind to a diligent perusal of the four pages; the advertising matter was attractively displayed and the editorial policy was commendably simple, being to present the news accurately and briefly.
change orientation or direction, also in the abstract sense
From this reading Typographical errors were only frequent enough to encourage the reader of a humorous turn of mind to a diligent perusal of the four pages; the advertising matter was attractively displayed and the editorial policy was commendably simple, being to present the news accurately and briefly.
the cardinal number that is the sum of one and one or a numeral representing this number
From this reading The first issue of the paper this fall came out on the second Thursday of the term, and, according to custom, contained six pages instead of the usual four, the added matter consisting of the student list arranged by classes and printed on two sides of a half-sheet under the impressive legend: _The Doubleay--Supplement_.
TypographicaladjectiveUS /ˌtaɪpəˈɡræfɪkəl/
relating to or occurring or used in typography
From this reading Typographical errors were only frequent enough to encourage the reader of a humorous turn of mind to a diligent perusal of the four pages; the advertising matter was attractively displayed and the editorial policy was commendably simple, being to present the news accurately and briefly.
underprepositionUS /ˈʌndər/
below or beneath something; less than
From this reading The first issue of the paper this fall came out on the second Thursday of the term, and, according to custom, contained six pages instead of the usual four, the added matter consisting of the student list arranged by classes and printed on two sides of a half-sheet under the impressive legend: _The Doubleay--Supplement_.
usualadjectiveUS /ˈjuːʒəwəl/
occurring or encountered or experienced or observed frequently or in accordance with regular practice or procedure
From this reading The first issue of the paper this fall came out on the second Thursday of the term, and, according to custom, contained six pages instead of the usual four, the added matter consisting of the student list arranged by classes and printed on two sides of a half-sheet under the impressive legend: _The Doubleay--Supplement_.
under normal conditions
From this reading The paper was published on Thursday and distributed to subscribers and advertisers by a more or less efficient corps of six young gentlemen, usually freshmen, who received the munificent reward of half a cent per copy.
precisely as stated
From this reading As school weeklies go, _The Doubleay_ was a very presentable sheet.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading JIMMY READS THE PAPER _The Doubleay_ was written and edited in the sanctum in Academy Hall and printed in a small job printing shop over Garfield’s grocery on State street.
weekliesnounUS /ˈwiːkliz/
plural of “weekly” — a periodical that is published every week (or 52 issues per year)
From this reading As school weeklies go, _The Doubleay_ was a very presentable sheet.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading Typographical errors were only frequent enough to encourage the reader of a humorous turn of mind to a diligent perusal of the four pages; the advertising matter was attractively displayed and the editorial policy was commendably simple, being to present the news accurately and briefly.
which person or people
From this reading The paper was published on Thursday and distributed to subscribers and advertisers by a more or less efficient corps of six young gentlemen, usually freshmen, who received the munificent reward of half a cent per copy.
set down in writing in any of various ways
From this reading JIMMY READS THE PAPER _The Doubleay_ was written and edited in the sanctum in Academy Hall and printed in a small job printing shop over Garfield’s grocery on State street.
(used of living things especially persons) in an early period of life or development or growth
From this reading The paper was published on Thursday and distributed to subscribers and advertisers by a more or less efficient corps of six young gentlemen, usually freshmen, who received the munificent reward of half a cent per copy.
