Laws Have Their Class Day

The laws -vere right on time this inorning for their class day exercises. They marched iuto University hall from the law building and seate# themselves in the best seats oí the hall. They were accorded their piek of the seats, for the crowd was not Lirge enough to dispute their sway, even liad they had an inclination so to do. Contrary to custom they were not very demonstrative. The class offleers were not even greeted with rousing applause wlien tliey carne ou the stage. The hall was tastily decorated with }'ellow and blue bunting, while the class colora were here and there visible. A few potted plants stood at intervals on the platform. There was no attempt at ostentation. The orchestra finally got together and started off the rnorning's program with a spirited selection that made the audience forget that there was a little delay. President Walsh's address was listened to with rapt attention. He spoke of the fact that the class was together as a class for the last time. He thought they might well feel proud of their cord. He eulogized the profession and traced its rise and growth in history. He closed by saying : "To you, my elass mates, the lawyers of today, is entrusted the carrying on of this great work. Let each be satisfied oñly by being in the van of progress, and by earnest effort win those honors which by " right belong to you, and which will not only give fame to yourself, but will also bring credit and renown to ycmr class." Mr. Walsh's address was followedby hearty applause. STJolin W. Ferrier followed witli the class history. He told.[of." all the achievements of the class. His personal hits were greatly enjoyed] by the aws, who frequently interrupted with aughter and applause. . The class prophecy by George W. Oayton, was equally appreciated. Mr. Dayton tore apart the veil of futurity sometimes to the laughter of his classmates, sometimes with serious effect. Many of tlie class were to engage in other pursuits than the law, from preachers to cowboys. The class oration was by Lindley G. i-ong, who spoke on "The Scliolar in Politics." It was a brilliant oratorical effort, tracing through listory the influence of the schokr nd looking into the future to point out he influence that he must ever have. Mr. Long's oration was followed by great appiause. Sanford G. Baker read the class poem, a poetic tribute to "Reason, Law, Jusice."It was well received by the iass. Philo G. Burnham closed the speaking vith the valedictory. He spoke the arewell words in fitting language and eft the class in doubt whether the diploma was worth the parting or uot. The program was enli vened with music )y the Chequamegons, who are furnishug excellent music for the commenceneht exercises.