by April C. Armstrong *14

In this week’s installment of our recurring series, a new seal is accepted, students gather to track the World Series, and more.

October 13, 1748—The Board of Trustees accepts the design by William Peartree Smith for the College seal. Its colors are blue, gold, and purple, though usually the design will not be rendered in color. It will be used until 1896.

October 14, 1965—To Princeton University students, “the novelty has worn off” of having women in class as part of the Critical Languages Program. There are 12 female students on campus, and about 3,000 male students.

October 16, 1912—For the final game of this year’s World Series, those seeking as close to real time updates as possible can head to “Dad” Struve’s theater in Princeton, where details will be shared beginning at 2:00 p.m. over a direct wire from the new Fenway Park stadium. Fans of the Giants will sit on the left, and the Red Sox on the right. As with many Americans tracking the progress of their favorite teams long distance, Princetonians are deeply invested in the outcome of this year’s championship.

October 17, 1768—In the New York Gazette, the Trustees respond to complaints that the cost of attending college is too high by saying the issue is that parents pay their tuition and fees too late, forcing the institution to purchase supplies on credit at a higher overall cost.

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