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The document outlines the schedule for Thursday, June 23, Commencement. It begins with a Board of Overseers meeting at University 5 at 9:15 a.m. The main Commencement Exercises are set for the Sever Quadrangle on Quincy Street at 10 a.m. The schedule details the processional order, including the President, Fellows, Overseers, Faculty, and other officers, with Alumni of at least twenty-five years' standing also participating. In case of rain, the exercises will be held in Sanders Theatre, with seating limited to Alumni with twenty-five years' standing due to space constraints. The document also mentions that the presentation of commissions to graduates of the Naval Reserve Officers' Training Corps will take place in Lecture Hall, Fogg Art Museum at 12 p.m.

The image displays a schedule or notice for a commencement event on Thursday, June 23. Here are the details:

1. Board of Overseers Meeting:

   • Time and Location: The stated meeting of the Board of Overseers will be held in University 5 at 9:15 A.M.

2. Commencement Exercises:

   • Location and Time: These exercises are scheduled to take place at Sever Quadrangle, on Quincy Street, at 10 A.M.
   • Attendees: The President, Fellows, Overseers, Faculty, and other officers will meet the invited guests and alumni at Massachusetts Hall at 9:45 A.M. The graduates for degrees will be escorted to the Sever Quadrangle.
   • Alumni Participation: Alumni from all classes are invited to join the procession. The older alumni will accompany the President’s procession to the platform, with younger alumni filling any available vacant seats.
   • Weather Consideration: If it rains, the exercises will be held in Sanders Theatre.
   • Seating Criteria: Only alumni with at least twenty-five years of standing are eligible for places in the procession. Faculty members below the rank of Associate Professor, officers of instruction and administration not faculty members, and alumni with less than twenty-five years’ standing, along with students of non-graduating classes, cannot be admitted to the theatre.

3. Department of Naval Science and Tactics Event:

   • Time and Location: The presentation of commissions to the graduates of the Naval Reserve Officers' Training Corps will be held in Lecture Hall, Fogg Art Museum, at 12 M. (This time is likely a typo and should be 12 P.M.).

The notice is part of a formal academic event, likely related to a graduation ceremony, including both the Board of Overseers' meeting and the ceremonial procession and presentation.

The image shows a document detailing the schedule and logistics for the Commencement ceremonies on Thursday, June 23.

1. Board of Overseers Meeting:

   • Time: 9:15 AM
   • Location: University 5

2. Commencement Exercises:

   • Time: 10 AM
   • Location: Sever Quadrangle, Quincy Street
   • Description:
     • The President and Fellows, Overseers, Faculties, and other officers will meet the invited guests and alumni at Massachusetts Hall at 9:45 AM and escort the Candidates for Degrees to the Sever Quadrangle.
     • Alumni of all classes are invited to join the procession.
     • The alumni are requested to assemble in front of Massachusetts Hall and join the President's part of the procession in order of seniority.
     • Younger alumni will accompany the President's procession to the platform.
     • In case of rain, the exercises will be held in Sanders Theatre.
     • Only alumni of at least twenty-five years' standing are entitled to places in the procession.
     • Due to space limitations, members of faculties below the rank of Associate Professor, officers of instruction and administration not faculty members, alumni of less than twenty-five years' standing, and students of the non-graduating classes cannot be admitted to the theatre.

3. Department of Naval Science and Tactics:

   • Time: 12 PM
   • Location: Lecture Hall, Fogg Art Museum
   • Event: Presentation of Commissions to the Graduates of the Naval Reserve Officers' Training Corps.

The document provides a clear and structured plan for the events and the seating arrangements for the commencement exercises, including contingencies for bad weather.

The image is a historical document detailing the schedule for a commencement ceremony held on Thursday, June 23. Here are the key points:

1. Board of Overseers Meeting:

   • Location: University 5
   • Time: 9:15 a.m.

2. Commencement Exercises:

   • Location: Sever Quadrangle, Quincey Street
   • Time: 10 a.m.

   The document specifies the following details for the commencement exercises:

   • The President, Fellows, Overseers, Faculty, and other officers will meet the invited guests and alumni at Massachusetts Hall at 9:45 a.m.
   • Candidates for Degrees will proceed to Sever Quadrangle and join the procession.
   • Alumni of all classes are invited to join the procession, with the order of procession by seniority.
   • The older alumni will accompany the President’s procession to the platform, while younger alumni will be assigned to any available vacant seats.
   • In case of rain, the exercises will be held in Sanders Theatre, with only alumni of at least twenty-five years' standing entitled to places in the procession.
   • Due to space limitations, faculty members below the rank of Associate Professor, officers of instruction and administration not on the faculty, alumni of less than twenty-five years' standing, and students of non-graduating classes will not be admitted to Sanders Theatre.

3. Department of Naval Science and Tactics Event:

   • Location: Lecture Hall, Fogg Art Museum
   • Time: 12 p.m.
   • Event: Presentation of Commissions to the Graduates of the Naval Reserve Officers’ Training Corps.

The document also has some handwritten annotations in the top right corner, which are not entirely clear but seem to include dates and possibly some codes or references.

The image displays a detailed schedule and instructions for events occurring on Thursday, June 23, during a university commencement.

1. Board of Overseers:

   • Stated Meeting: Scheduled in University Hall at 9:15 A.M.

2. Commencement Exercises:

   • Location and Time: Sever Quadrangle, Quincy Street, at 10 A.M.
   • Participants:
     • The President and Fellows, Overseers, Faculties, and other officers will meet invited guests and Alumni of the University at Massachusetts Hall.
     • Candidates for degrees will proceed to Sever Quadrangle at 9:45 A.M., escorted by the Marshal.
     • Alumni of all classes are requested to assemble in front of Massachusetts Hall and join the President's part of the procession to the area in front of the platform.
     • Older Alumni will accompany the President's procession to the speaker’s platform, while younger Alumni will be assigned to available vacant seats.
   • Rain Contingency: In case of rain, the exercises will be held in Sanders Theatre.
     • Only Alumni with at least 25 years' standing are invited to join the procession in Sanders Theatre due to limited space.
     • Faculty members, Alumni below the rank of Associate Professor, officers of instruction and administration with less than 25 years' standing, and students from non-graduating classes will not be admitted to the Theatre.

3. Department of Naval Science and Tactics:

   • Event: Presentation of Commissions to the Graduates of the Naval Reserve Officers' Training Corps.
   • Location and Time: Lecture Hall, Fogg Art Museum, at 12 M. (Noon).

The image is of a document detailing the schedule and arrangements for a commencement ceremony on Thursday, June 23. Here is a summary of the information provided:

1. Board of Overseers Meeting:

   • Time: 9:15 AM
   • Location: University 5

2. Commencement Exercises:

   • Time: 10:00 AM
   • Location: Sever Quadrangle, Quincy Street

3. Procession Details:

   • The President, Fellows, Overseers, Faculties, and other officers will meet the invited guests and proceed to Massachusetts Hall at 9:45 AM.
   • The procession will move from Massachusetts Hall to Sever Quadrangle.
   • All classes are requested to assemble in front of Massachusetts Hall and join the President’s part of the Commencement procession in order of seniority. The older Alumni will be assigned to any available places on the platform, while the younger Alumni will be seated in the yard.
   • In case of rain, the exercises will be held in Sanders Theatre.
   • Only Alumni of at least twenty-five years standing are entitled to places in the procession. Due to lack of space, members of Faculties below the rank of Professor, officers of instruction and administration, and Alumni of less than twenty-five years standing, and students of the non-graduating classes cannot be admitted to the Theatre.

4. Department of Naval Science and Tactics:

   • Presentation of Commissions to the Graduates of the Naval Reserve Officers' Training Corps.
   • Time: 12:00 PM (noon)
   • Location: Lecture Hall, Fogg Art Museum

The document appears to be a printed schedule, likely distributed to attendees and participants to inform them of the day's events and logistics.

This image displays a typed document with a title "THURSDAY, JUNE 23, COMMENCEMENT". It appears to be an official schedule or announcement outlining the events for a commencement ceremony. The text mentions a "Board of Overseers", a "Stated Meeting in University 5, 9.15 A.M.", and "Commencement Exercises" set at the "Sever Quadrangle, Quincy Street, 10 A.M." There are additional details about where various groups such as the President and Fellows, Overseers, faculties, alumni, guests, and candidates for degrees should assemble and the procession arrangements.

Specific locations such as "Sanders Theatre" and "Lecture Hall, Fogg Art Museum" are referenced, suggesting that this document pertains to a university—though the specific university is not mentioned in the visible text. The context implies that these are instructions and the scheduling of the ceremonies for graduates and participants.

The top right corner of the document has some handwritten text that looks like "M1479" and "1937", possibly indicating the cataloging or filing information and the year of the document.

Lastly, the paper itself shows signs of aging with slightly discolored edges, indicating that it may be a historical document.

The image depicts a vintage document announcing the schedule for a commencement day on Thursday, June 23. The document lists a series of events, starting with a Board of Overseers meeting at 9:15 AM, followed by Commencement Exercises held at Sever Quadrangle and Quincy Street at 10 AM. The annual procession involves the President and Fellows, Overseers, Faculties, and other officers, along with invited guests and alumni meeting at Massachusetts Hall at 9:45 AM. Alumni will join the procession, arranged by seniority, with younger alumni assigned any available vacant seats. The event notes limited space, thus preference is given to certain groups, and mentions that non-graduating classes cannot be admitted to the Theatre. Additionally, a presentation by the Department of Naval Science and Tactics will take place at 12 noon at the Fogg Art Museum. Handwritten notes indicate "June 9, 1932" at the top right corner.

The image shows a typed document, likely a schedule or announcement, dated Thursday, June 23, for a Commencement event. The document is formatted in a formal, structured manner, typical of institutional or academic announcements. Here is a detailed description:

Header:

• Date and Event: The document is titled "THURSDAY, JUNE 23, COMMENCEMENT", indicating that it pertains to a graduation or commencement ceremony scheduled for that day.

Content:

1. Board of Overseers - Stated Meeting:

   • Time: 9:15 A.M.
   • Location: University 5.
   • This is a separate event, likely a meeting of the Board of Overseers, occurring earlier in the day.

2. Commencement Exercises:

   • Time: 10 A.M.
   • Location: Sever Quadrangle, Quiney Street.
   • Details:
     • The President and Fellows, Overseers, Faculty, and other officers will meet the invited guests and Alumni of the University at Massachusetts Hall at 9:45 A.M.
     • The Candidates for Degrees will proceed to the Sever Quadrangle in front of Massachusetts Hall and may join the procession.
     • Alumni of all classes will assemble in the Massachusetts Hall and join the procession in order of seniority.
     • Older Alumni will accompany the President’s procession to the platform, while younger Alumni will be assigned to any available vacant seats.
     • Rain Plan: In case of rain, the exercises will be held in Sanders Theatre.
     • Eligibility for Seating:
       • Only Alumni of at least twenty-five years’ standing are entitled to places in the procession.
       • Due to lack of space, members of Faculty below the rank of Associate Professor, officers of instruction, and administrators not Faculty members, Alumni of less than twenty-five years’ standing, and students of the non-graduating classes cannot be admitted to the Theatre.

3. Department of Naval Science and Tactics:

   • Event: Presentation of Commissions to the Graduates of the Naval Reserve Officers’ Training Corps.
   • Time: 12 M (Noon).
   • Location: Lecture Hall, Fogg Art Museum.

Additional Notes:

• The document includes a handwritten notation in the top right corner: "11/6/32", which could indicate a date of reference or filing.
• The text is typed in a formal, serif font, typical of mid-20th-century documents.
• The layout is clean and organized, with clear headings and bullet points for easy reading.

Overall Impression:

The document appears to be an official announcement or schedule for a university commencement day, detailing multiple events, including a Board meeting, the main commencement exercises, and a naval commissioning ceremony. It provides logistical information such as times, locations, and eligibility criteria for attendees. The formal tone and structure suggest it is an official university communication.

The image is a scanned copy of a page from a document or book. It contains a table with two columns and multiple rows of text. The first column is titled "THURSDAY, JUNE 23, COMMENCEMENT" and lists the following events:

• Board of Overseers. Stated Meeting in University 5, 9.15 A.M.
• Commencement Exercises. Sever Quadrangle, Quincy Street, 10 A.M.

The second column is titled "DEPARTMENT OF NAVAL SCIENCE AND TACTICS" and lists the following event:

• Presentation of Commissions to the Graduates of the Naval Reserve Officers' Training Corps. Lecture Hall, Fogg Art Museum, 12 M.

The text in the table is written in a formal, serif font and appears to be a schedule or agenda for a specific day. The image is in black and white, and the text is clear and legible.