Competition to be based upon essays of not less than 1800 nor more than 2500 words. Subjects same as in Division I of Contest No. 2.
CONTEST No. 3—for College Students.
Open to all regularly entered undergraduates in the colleges and universities of Northwest Territory.
There will be but one division in this contest. Freshman to seniors compete in the same class. Competition will be based upon essays of 2500 to 3000 words. The subject chosen is optional with the entrant, but must relate to the Ordinance of 1787 and establishment of Northwest Territory.
Any angle or phase of that history; or combination of phases may be treated. Specialized theses, particularly premises and original research (while not necessary) are encouraged.
GENERAL CONTEST RULES
for all divisions of Contest
No. 1. These contests will begin October 15, 1937, and close February 15, 1938. Begin now on your reading and study. On or before February 15, 1938, submit your drawings or essay (as provided for your division) to your teacher or professor.
Read and follow the rules below very carefully.
No. 2. At the top right-hand corner of the front page put the grade you are in. Do not put your name on the essay where it can be read.