The Morning Star

CLASS DAY AT BROWN.
FINAL FESTIVITIES OF THE CLASS OF '72,
Music, Oratory and Poetry.
The closing exercises of the Class of '72, Brown University, took place yesterday. The occasion is one eagerly looked forward to by the graduating class, and its festivities are thoroughly enjoyed. The day so bright and pleasant, attracted a large number of friends of the collegians and the college to Manning Hall, where the exercises of the forenoon were held. At half-past ten o'clock the Class of '72 escorted President Alexis Caswell into the Hall, and when all were seated, Brown & Reeves' orchestra gave one of Suppe's beautiful pieces, "Banditenstreiche," after which prayer was offered by President Caswell. Then the orchestra played Eisoldt's charming "Summer Night," Serenade, in a fine manner, following which came the address of welcome by Mr. J. C. B. Woods of Providence, President of the graduating class. The address was short, and concluded with a high tribute to President Caswell, after which President Wood introduced as the orator of the class, Mr. Andrew J. Jennings of Fall River, who treated on the subject of "The Fundamental Principle of Modern Civilization."
The orchestra then rendered a selection from "I Puritani," and when the sound of music had died away Mr. B. A. Greene, the class Poet was introduced, and read a glowing and beautiful poem entitled "The Gold of life." The poem was a felicitous production, and gave great satisfaction. The poet was loudly applauded, and presented with a magnificent bouquet.
The exercises then closed with the rendition of a Waltz Rondo and a German March by the orchestra. The benediction was pronounced by President Caswell, and the audience dispersed. The Class of '72 shortly after attended a reception at the President's house.
THE CLASS TREE
At half past three o'clock a concert was given by the American Band on the College Campus, which was listened to by quite a large audience of ladies and gentlemen. At four o'clock the several classes were formed in line, and headed by the band, marched to the rear of the college buildings where the ceremony of planting the class tree was to take place. A platform had been erected near the class tree, for the authorities of the college, the class speakers, and distinguished guests. The members of the several classes arrayed themselves around the platform, and the exercises were begun by music by the American Band. Mr. J. H. Olcott then gave an address of much merit, speaking of the importance of independence in life's actions, the value of trifles in character and the necessity of a high aim. After more music a fine address was delivered by Mr. A. A. Bennett. He spoke of the association of college life and its lessons. The address to undergraduates was then given by Mr. George Washburn. It was a very comical production, and was received with roars of laughter. The American Band played one of their fine selections, and the speech making was concluded by remarks from President Caswell. The class of '72 proceeded to the ceremony of planting the class tree, each member putting a spade full of earth around the roots. The class hymn was then sung with considerable feeling and effect, and the exercises were finished. For some time after this ceremony the Brown Glee Club entertained the people assembled with their college songs, which were highly enjoyed.
THE PROMENADE CONCERT
in the evening on the College Campus was a very successful affair, being attended by more than two thousand people, who for two hours and a half enjoyed the splendid music of the full American Band. After the concert the class of '72 partook of a supper at the City Hotel.