Morrill writes about an article in the Burlington Clipper by Mr. Jameson, with comments from Mr. Hoskins, about the University of Vermont and State Agricultural College.
Morrill writes in reply to a question from President Buckham about the use of a federal appropriation and a possible debt that the University might take on. Morrill expresses his pleasure at the size of the new first year class at the University.
Morrill writes about his surprise at the actions of Henry Clark, the postponement of a bill from Senator George Hoar, and an address from President Andrew White of Cornell in support of aid to colleges and against sentiments previously expressed by President Charles Eliot of Harvard and President... Show moreMorrill writes about his surprise at the actions of Henry Clark, the postponement of a bill from Senator George Hoar, and an address from President Andrew White of Cornell in support of aid to colleges and against sentiments previously expressed by President Charles Eliot of Harvard and President James McCosh of Princeton. Show less
Morrill writes in response to an inquiry from Buckham about President George Atherton of Penn State asking for a $100 contribution toward the expense of looking after the Cutler bill in the House.
Morrill writes about asking Governor Fuller of Vermont to establish a Military Hall at the University, the idea of giving the manuscript of his recent address to the University Library, and a neighbor boy of his who he thinks will make a good student at the University.
Morrill writes with congratulations to President Buckham on some recent honors he has received, an offer to send a plaster cast of the Youth by Michaelangelo, with news of recent developments in the Agriculture Department, and about the academic progress of Morrill's son, James.
Morrill writes about asking the Governor of Vermont to establish a Military Hall in Burlington and the idea of giving the manuscript of his recent address to the University Library.
