Owing to circumstances, the Minister himself designates the candidates for this ex-officio distinction, guided by priority of prizes.
"The Operatic Problem"
William Johnson Galloway
Its adherents formed themselves into an association in 1872, and held congresses, published newspapers, started candidates, and actively promoted their views in every legitimate way.
"Contemporary Socialism"
John Rae
It is worth noticing that persons of both sexes are received as candidates.
"George Eliot"
Mathilde Blind