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Traditions of 300 years and more were swept away yesterday when Harvard combined the observance of a graduation with a solemn and stately tribute to her sons leaving to join the service of their country. The colorful Valedictory Service in Memorial Hall highlighted the short week-end of activities, a far cry from the round of ceremonies and festivities that once formed an important part of Commencement...
...President Conant, in January, 1942, gave his approval and active steps were taken to launch the plan. Important groundwork was provided by Sumner H. Slichter, Lamont University professor, who, in the labor-management seminars he has conducted for several years, has brought labor leaders and industrial executives together for week-end discussions of industrial labor relations...
...charge of the whole week-end is Donald Forte '43, football captain, who was elected chairman of the committee. Appointed Head Usher was Dan H. Fenn, Jr. '44, CRIMSON president. George M. Burditt, Jr. '44, E. Thayer Drake '44, and John D. Eusden '44, marshals of the Junior class, were named by him to the posts of assistant head ushers in charge of the Valedictory Service, the Senior Dance, and the Class Day exercises, respectively. Tickets can be obtained free of charge...
...friend's room and poured four scotches down his throat. Even that didn't help. He was unhappy, and he didn't recover all night. He couldn't help it--this game meant a lot to him. But to think of what should have been the best week-end ever being spoiled just because of a football score was, well, ridiculous. Vag didn't do things like that. It wasn't natural. But he could still see himself sitting with Ann at Cafe Society just like always, and worrying about an insignificant football game. Vag kicked off his white shoes...
...Outing Club trip and two dances highlight Summer School students' last week-end before exams, also the last weekend before the majority of Summer School girls evacuate the Yard and their frivolous stay in Cambridge. With the Navy also planning a dance, a merry time is offered for everyone...