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1905]

PROCEEDINGS OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES.

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5. That the approaches and surroundings be planned with distinct reference to the general plan of the University grounds, and that such general plan be made at once, for which purpose it is recommended that $300 be appropriated, to be expended from the general fund under the direction of the architect. 6. That the portion of the whole scheme to be built now include only the Auditorium proper, without the stage, without ante-rooms or wings, and with final entrances and stairs only in the front, and that the exterior be of such design that the portion now built appear simply as a hall complete in itself on all sides. 7. That the entire appropriation of $100,000 be devoted to (6), and that the furniture thereof consist of seats or settees such as are how used in seating the Armory, and of the strictly necessary heating, ventilating and electric equipment, a simple platform being built out into the Auditorium to serve as a stage. 8. That the interior of (6) be finished very simply, with plaster walls and with all the finish of such a nature as would permanently accord with the larger scheme, and that ample opportunity be given for decorations to be added in the future. 9. That the construction be made as nearly fire proof as possible, within the limits of the appropriation, but without unduly sacrificing architectural effects. 10. That the exterior be constructed of brick and stone. These were, with the exception of the first, approved by the members of the commission who were present at the second session. Upon the first, the vote showed four in favor, one opposed, Mr. Blackall and President James not voting. Mr. Abbott, who voted "no," explained that before he would be willing to vote in favor of the proposed site he wished to have more information on two points: (1) Whether it would be wise, in view of the future development of the University, to select this as the site of the Auditorium; and (2) whether transportation facilities are likely to be such as to make it a desirable site.

W. L. PILLSBUBY, Secretary.

The report was received and ordered printed. Mr. Bayliss moved that paragraph 2 be changed by inserting 3,000 instead of 2,500. Mr. Abbott moved to amend by instructing the architect and the commission to provide for as many seats as practicable. Mr. Bayliss moved to add "provided the number be not less than 3,000 without counting the stage and orchestra." The motion and amendments were laid on the table. On motion of Dr. Davison it was voted to take up the items in the order of the report. On motion of Mr. Abbott the Board went into committee of the whole to consider the report of the commission.

Afternoon Session. When the Board came together at 2:00 o'clock p. m. after recess, the committee arose, reported progress, and asked to be allowed to sit and consider further the question before it at some future time. The report was received and the request of the committee allowed.