Board of Trustees Meeting Minutes – 1883 [Begin page 423] Feby 27th 1883 The Board met pursuant to the Call of Pres. Abbot & Secretary Baird in the Secretary's office at 8 O'Clock P.M. F Wells chosen President pro. tem. The following members were present at ^ during the 1st evening session. Franklin Wells T.D. Dewey. Wm B. McCreary E. W. Rising & Henry Chamberlain & President Abbot. Wm Reynolds came on Wednesday The Faculty were present during the 1st evening session & resented several matters connected with their Departments After which the Board Adjourned till Wednesday morning at 8.O Clock. [Board Officers] Wednesday morning 8.O. clock Board met and reorganized by the election of Franklin Wells President T.D. Dewey - - Vice President RG Baird Secretary E. Longyear Treasurer [Official Bonds] It was resolved that the bond of the Secretary & Treasurer be fixed at ten thous and dollars each [Re apprizing Land Grant] Mr McCreery was appointed special Committee to confer with the State Land Board with reference to the reapprisal of the College Land and if deemed advisable the withdrawal of them from Sale until such reapprisal be made [Green H. Pots] It was Resolved that Prof. Satterlee be authorized to purchase such pots for the greenhouse as are needed for immediate use [Settle with Cassidy] It was resolved that the Secretary be [End page 423] [Begin page 424] settle authorized to ^ with Mr Cassidy paying his salary to Jany 15th 1883 [Key receipts] The Secretary was authorized to redeem key receipts issued by Mr Mallory as Steward of the College [Arms] President Abbot reported that the Quarter Master General had ordered the arms that had been loaned to the College to be returned to the State Armory & that they had been So returned. The board took a recess till 3 O Clock in the afternoon & immediately after dinner visited the Barns – Laboratories & Green House 3. O Clock P.M. Board met [Class Room] It was resolved that Prof. Johnson have the use of the botanical class room for his class in agriculture until other accommodations are provided [Experiment] It was resolved that Prof. Beal be authorized to purchase vegetable seeds for the purpose of testing their vitality: [Apparatus] Also to purchase some small apparatus for class work costing about twenty dollars [Wild Garden] Also to pay express charges on plants for Botanic garden from Harvard University [Experiments] It was resolved that Prof. Beal be authorized to expend during the year 1883 three hundred dollars on experiments in Botany under the direction of the Com mittee on Botany & Horticulture on condition that the amount be appropriated for that purpose [ " ] It was resolved that the Board approve the carrying on by Dr Kedzie of the experiments proposed by him viz 1st on the determination of coming Storms by means of electrical currents in the earth 2d To determine the coming on of frosts 3d To determine the conditions of spontaneous com- bustion 4th To determine the Source of nitrogen in plants [Committees] President Wells anounced the appointment of the following Committees on Finance Mr Creary & Rising on Farm Management Chamberlin, Rising & Wells " Botany & Horticulture Reynolds & Dewey " Buildings & Repairs Dewey & Wells [End page 424] [Begin page 425] on Employees Reynolds & McCreary " Institutes Rising & Chamberlin [Bedding] It was resolved that Prof. Carpenter be authorized to dispose of the bedding belonging to the College except what he may deem necessary for College use The Board took a recess till 7½ O Clock P.M. It was resolved that when the Board adjourn to night it be to meet at the Capitol tomorrow at 10. O'Clock A.M. [Milk] It was resolved that the Farm Dep't sell milk to the Boarding Clubs as heretofore to the Boarding Hall provided they take it during the School year [Safe] It was resolved that the disposal of the Safe be left with the Secretary to act with the advice & concurrence of the Finance Committee. [File Boxes] The Secretary was authorized to purchase one hundred file boxes for use in the vault. [Fire Escapes] It was resolved that the Committee on buildings be requested to take into consideration the matter of providing fire escapes for the Boarding Halls The Board adjourned till 10 Oclock A.M. tomorrow. Thursday State Capitol Wednesday 10 Oclock AM [Horses] Mr Dewey was appointed a Special Com- mittee to sell the large horse belonging to the Horticult ural Dep't and purchase a spare for the use of said Dep't. [Sheep] Prof. Johnson was authorized to sell the South Down sheep [Hired Man] The Professors of Agriculture and Horticulture were authorized to employ men at the most advantag- eous terms for the College the rate of wages to be the Same on both Departments. [Office, Prof. Hort.] It was resolved that the room in Second Story of the Botanical Laboratory directly over Prof. Beals Office be assigned to Prof. Satterlee & that Prof. Carpenter, if necesary provide for heating the room A recess was taken till two O.Clock [End page 425] [Begin page 426] Thursday afternoon Session [Society Rooms] It was resolved that the Natural History Society and the Young Men's Christian Association be authorized to occupy jointly the Old Museum room until provision can be made for permanent rooms for these societies After a conference with the Legislative Com- mittees on the Agricultural College the Board adjourned to meet at the Call of President Abbot & the Secretary RG Baird Secretary April 5th 1883 The Board met at the Capitol at Eight O Clock P.M. Hon Franklin Wells H.G. Reynolds T.D. Dewey Wm B. McCreary E.W. Rising Henry Chamber lin Pres Abbot and the Secretary were present [Legislative Conference] The Board had invited the Senate & House committees to meet with the Board of these Committees Senators Norton & [illegible in original] & Representatives Willys & Rose & Young were presant & also Senator Monroe [ " "] Pres. Franklin Wells stated that he had received a letter from Senators Norton & [illegible in original] stating that representations had been made to them regard ing the management of affairs at the College & expressive of their opinion that the Board should give the matter immediate attention. hence he had been led to call this meeting [Letters about Prest. Abbot] He Stated also that he had received a number of letters addressed to him as President of the Board. These letters were read (they were mostly from Alumni of the college and all spoke approvingly of Pres. Abbot & his administration) and ordered filed in the Secretary's office [Witnesses Summoned] It was resolved that when this meeting adjourn tonight it be to meet at 9. O.Clock tomorrow morning & that Mr Wm H. Marston & Arthur Jones & any other person having charges to prefer against the management at the Agricultural College be granted a hearing at that time. Board adjourned till 9. A.M. tomorrow. [End page 426] [Begin page 427] Representative Rose volunteered to See Mr Marston and convey to him the invitation to meet the Board & the Secretary was to inform Mr Arthur Jones Friday morning 9. O.Clock. The Board met all the members present including Gov. Begole. [Arthur Jones vs T.C. Abbot] Mr Arthur Jones appeared before the Board in defence of and made a Statement ^ [illegible in original] the charges made in his communication published in the Eve. News April – [Collingwood] Mr H.W. Collingwood a member of the Senior also Class ^ made a statement before the Board refuting the Charges of Mr Arthur Jones and Sustaining the Administration of Pres. Abbot. [Notice of Meeting] It was resolved that notice of our next meeting be published in the Detroit Post & Tribune -Free Press & Evening News & the Lansing Repub- lican together with an invitation to any who have anything to present to the Board relating to the efficiency or inefficiency of the discipline at the Agric- ultural College during the past few years to appear before us at that time The Board took a recess till 2 O Clock P.M. Two O Clock P.M. [Official Bonds] On motion of Wm B McCreery It was resolved that the Bonds of the Secretary and the Treasurer of the Board of Agricul ture be approved & deposited with the Secretary of State [Range – Stoves] Prof. Carpenter was authorized to Sell the new range & broiler and purchase 2 new Stoves [Veterinary] Pres. Abbot was instructed to employ Dr E.A. Grange or Some other veterinary Prof. to give the course of Lectures in veterinary. [Microscopes] A. Bill of $63.25 dollars for microscopes and accessories was allowed [Bonds Filed] Wm B McCreery reported that the Bonds of the Secretary & Treasurer of this Board were filed in the office of the Sec- retary of State. Adjourned to meet at the Call of [Pres] Abbot & the Secretary. R.G. Baird Secretary. [End page 427] [Begin page 428] Tuesday Evening May 29th 1883 The Board met at the Capitol Present. Franklin Wells. T.D. Dewey H.G. Reynolds. Wm B McCreery E. W. Rising Henry Chamberlin. President Abbot & the Secretary. [Notice of Meetg] [College Admin- istration under T.C. Abbot Discussed] The Secretary read the Call of the meeting which had been advertised in the Detroit Post & Tribune-Free Press Evening News and the Lansing Republican as follows "The State Board of Agriculture will meet in their room at the Capitol on Tuesday evening the 29th ins't at 8 O.Clock. A hearing will be given to those who may have anything to present relating to the manage ment at the Agricultural College" The following persons were present and had a hearing before the Board viz Arthur Jones. Charles & McKinny. ^ Harvey A. Price of the Class of '81 and Wm H. Marston Also Frank E. Robson Class of '78 John R. Shelton of the Class of '82 & H.W. Collingwood of the Class of '83. The [illegible in original] three persons first named criticised the administration at the college adversely. Mr Marston's remarks were mostly of a personal nature. The three last named individuals defended the administration at the College. Quite a number of letters pro & con from former Alumni of the College were presented and read The Board adjourned till 9 O Clock to- morrow morning. Wednesday morning 9. A.M. [Fuel] It was resolved that Prof. Carpenter have the purchasing of all the fuel for the College Additional letters were read bearing upon the management at the college. All the letters presented at this meeting which were left in the possession of the Board were ordered filed in the Secretary's office. [Boiler House] It was resolved that the Committee on Buildings and Repairs be authorized to expend at their discretion the amount appropriated or as much thereof as may be necessary for the construction of water works and the erection of a boiler house & Smoke Stack [End page 428] [Begin page 429] [Cheml. Laby. Roof.] The Secretary was requested to notify Mr I Gillett that the roof of the addition to the Chemical Laboratory leaks & that this Board require him to repair it within thirty days from date of notification or they will proceed to repair it at his expense [Bills] The Secretary was authorized to certify & pay bill against the Boarding Hall as follows Bill of N.F.Jennison amt $400 Frank Wells 3.00 [Oil] The Secretary requested that the selling of by the College should be discontinued and that it be transferred the oil ^ might be put in the hands of the Stewards of the Boarding clubs. to the Students to manage for them selves It was resolved that the Secretary be author- ized to make such a transfer [Water Closet] Prof. Carpenter was authorized to Construct the Sewer & put in water closet to Library & Museum Build- ing. Amount not to exceed the appropriation therefor [Steam Pump] Prof. Carpenter was authorized to send old Steam Brooklyn pump to ^ Boston for repairs at a Cost not to exceed $75.00 [Porch] It was resolved that the Mechanical Department be requested to construct a porch over the entrance doors to dining rooms in North part of Williams Hall. [Doors etc] To put door & window in lean to in South part of William's Hall & to procure screens for windows of dining rooms in Wells Hall and for kitchen of Club E. Also to repair doors in basement of Wells Hall [Painting] [Ranges] Prof Carpenter was authorized to have the woodwork of club dining rooms painted & walls two alabastined. Also to purchase ^ cooking ranges for clubs cost not to exceed $125.00 [Transit] Prof Carpenter was authorized to expend $250.00 in the purchase of a solar transit On Wednesday Eve. the Faculty was present by invitation of the Board and presented matters connected with their Dep't's Thursday forenoon [Williams Hall Roof] [Rescinded See p 437] It was resolved moved & Seconded that we put a shingle roof on Williams Hall. & paint a the same Carried Mr Chamberl^in voting no. [Librarian] [Salary] It was resolved that the position of College Librarian be offered to Mrs Merrill with Salary [End page 429] [Begin page 430] at the rate of Six hundred dollars a year [Site] It was resolved that Mr Olivers Services be Secured to locate the New Professors House & lay out some drives It was resolved that when this meeting adjourn it be to meet on Monday Eve. June 11th [Horse] Mr Dewey was authorized to purchase a horse for the Horticultural Dept or sell the old mare & purchase a team. [Books afc] $1000.00 The Faculty were authorized to expend ^ on Books periodicals & binding between now & April 1st 1884 [Joint Meeting] It was Resolved that the Faculty Committee on Public Exercises be instructed to see that a table is spread & furnished at noon of June 13th for the invited guests of the College in Some suitable place [Printing] [Co G.T. R.R.] Wm B. McCreery was apointed a Committee to ascertain whether the College printing was done under the State Contract & also to procure drainage from the C & G.T.RR for right of way through the College Farm [Bull] It was resolved that the Bull "[Greene?] Baron" be disposed of under the direction of the Farm Com- mittee. The Board took a recess till 4 O Clock P.M. to give the committees an opportunity to visit the Farm & Garden & Grounds Thursday 4 O Clock P.M. [Marking Labor] It was resolved that it be required of those in charge of student labor at the Agricultural College that they keep a labor record book, similar to their class books, in which the class of workers shall be entered and rated each day as scrupulously as for a class-room recitation, according to the performance and merit of each day's labor on a scale of tenths from zero for a wholly un- satisfactory performance to ten for a perfect one. [ " " ] It was resolved that wages be graded proportionately from nothing for an average standing of four, to the maximum wages for an average standing of ten. [Ditching 12½ c] It was resolved that students employed in ditching in the water, or wet places may be paid in the discretion of the offices employing them at a maximum rate of 12½ cents per hour. [Formen 12½ c] It was resolved that Seniors employed as formen of [groups?] of students, at labor, may be paid a maximum rate of 12½ cts an hour in the discretion of the professor in charge. [Bull] The Farm committee presented the following report which was adopted: We recommend that the professor [End page 430] [Begin page 431] of Agriculture be authorized to sell the short-horn bull 3d Lord Baron or to exchange him for a Ram at his discretion. [Cistern] It was resolved that the Horticultural Department be authorized to have a plank cover placed over the cistern South of College Hall. [Society Room] It was resolved that the room occupied by the Christian Union and Natural History Societies be put in repair for the use of these societies, under the supervision of the Mechanical Department. [Mopping] It was resolved that the officers in charge of Williams, Wells, College and Library Halls be authorized to have the halls mopped once a month during term time. [Farm Expenses $1042.] It was resolved that Prof. Johnson be authorized to purchase hand implements to the amount of ($100.00) one hundred dollars. for the farm department. Also. $100 for furniture and fixtures for farm house. " $60 " Mower. " $75 " Roller Drill. " $30 " Corn Cultivator. " $30 " Harrow. " $40 " Hay Racks. " $32 " One Set Harness. " $15 " One pair Rubber Horse Blankets. " $60 " Lumber Wagon. " $500 " Drainage and permanent improvements. [Class Room Fixing] It was resolved that the Prof. of agriculture be authorized to expend one half of the amount ($250.) appropriated for the purchase of apparatus for agricultural Class room, during the year. [Experiments] It was resolved that one half of the amount appropriated for experiments in farm depart- part ment, or such ^ thereof, not exceeding one half, as may be necessary, be expended in experiments in Stock feeding and the culture and tests of different varieties of grasses, grains and vegetables as may be decided upon by the committee on farm department, the President of the College and the Prof. of Agriculture. [Military] It was resolved that Hon H.G. Wells Ex- President of the Board of Agriculture be requested to apply to the president of the U.S. or the Sec'y of War, or whoever is the proper officer, for an officer to teach military tactics in the College. [End page 431] [Begin page 432] [Title] Col. McCreary was appointed a committee to examine the title of the College Farm. [Bridge, Damages] It was resolved that the Secretary inform the supervisor of the Township of Meridian that the State Board of Agriculture insist upon the payment of their claim for the loss of horse, wagon, etc. by the [illegible in original] of the bridge over Ceder River. [Leave of Absence] A (4) four days leave of absense was granted Prof. Carpenter to attend the meeting of the American Association of Mechanical Engineers. [Veterinary] It was resolved that the Faculty be requested to put into the course of study, a one years course in veterinary, Provided it can be secured at an expense not to exceed ($1000.) One Thousand dollars, per annum. [Dr Grange] Mr Dewey and Pres. Abbot were appointed a committee to confer with Dr. Grange in relation to the organization of a Dept. of Veterinary. [Old Wind Mill] It was resolved that the Hort. Department be re- quested to take down and remove the remains of the windmill and standard near the Green House. [Curtains] It was resolved that Prof Cook be authorized to purchase curtains for his class-room. [Museum] It was resolved that Prof Cook and the President be a committee to purchase $700. worth of Specimens for [General?] Museum to illustrate Geology. [Office Prof. Hort.] It was resolved that Prof. Beal be requested to remove the different articles now in the room over his office in the Botanical Labritory, and deliver the key to same to Prof Satterlee. [Painting] It was resolved that the Mechanical Department be authorized to have the rooms occupied by help employed by clubs alabastined and painted. [Catalogue] It was resolved that the Faculty be authorized to have printed 3,500 copis of a catalogue for 1883. [Mechl. Tools] It was resolved that the appropriation for mechanical tools be placed in charge of of Mr Reynolds and Prof. Carpenter. [Botanic Gardens] It was resolved that Dr. Beal be allowed to use not to exceed Thirty Dollars, in improving the Botanic Garden [Troop-Botanl. Asst.] It was resolved that James Troop be employed for half of each day as assistant in experiments, in museum work, and in teaching at a Salary of $300 per year, his services to continue till the last of [End page 432] [Begin page 433] November. 1883. ? [Garden Expenses $240.] It was resolved that the Prof. of Horticulture be authorized to spend the following Sums. For Wagon $65. " 2. Hand Lawn Mowers $25. " 1 Hand Plow 2. " 1 Cultivator 6. " 1 Spring Tooth Harrow. 23. " 1 ????? Boat. 7. " Hand Implements. 75. " Grass Seed for Lawns. 12. " Plants, Tables and pots for Green house. $25. [Pump. Gr H.] It was resolved that Prof. Carpenter be requested to have repaired, if worth while, or else replaced, the old pump in the Green-house. [Gr. H. Water] It was resolved that Prof. Carpenter be requested to have put into efficient condition the water connection between Wells Hall and the Greenhouse. [Experiments] to expend It was resolved that Dr. Kedzie be authorized ^ during the year, $500 for experiments and apparatus, this being one half of the appropriation. [Cheml. Laby.] It was resolved that Dr Kedzie be authorized to prepare plans and specifications for finishing and furnishing or the basement of the Chemical Lab^atory. Whereas, certain charges have been made through the Press, and addressed to the Board affecting the management of T.C. Abbot as President of the Agricultural College, therefore Resolved. that we hereby express our entire confidence in the ability and integrity of Pres Abbot and his continued usefulness in the capacity in which he has so long and honorably served the State as President of said College. [Water Pipes] Rescinded See p. 434 It was resolved that the committee in charge of the water supply be instructed to use iron pipes. The following preamble and resolution were unanimously adopted by the Board [T.C. Abbot Endorsed] Whereas certain Charges have been made through the press and addressed to this Board affecting the Management of T.C. Abbot as President of the Agricultural College and considered Whereas we have carefully ^ examined these charges therefore Resolved. that we hereby express our entire Confidence in the ability and integrity [End page 433] [Begin page 434] of President Abbot and his continued usefulness in the Capacity in which he has so long and honorably served the State as President of Said College Meeting Adjourned R.G. Baird Sec'y June 11th 1883 Board met at Eight O Clock P.M. Present Franklin Wells Wm B. Mc Creery Pres. Abbot & the Secretary There being not a quorum no business was transacted Several matters were talked over with members of the Faculty and the Board adjourned till 8½ O Clock tomorrow morning Tuesday forenoon. The same members were present as on previous evening also Messrs Reynolds. Rising & Dewey [Water Pipes] [Swamp Drains] The Board granted a hearing to Mr Miles Ayrault of the Michigan Pipe Co. in relation to the piping for the water works. also to J.N. Smith in relation to the drainage done in the vicinity of the College lands in the Township of Bath [Water Pipes] It was moved and seconded to reconsider the motion passed at last meeting instructing the Committee in charge of the water works to use iron pipe. Carried. The motion was then laid on the table A recess was taken till one O Clock OneO Clock PM The minutes of last meeting were read corrected and approved. Reconsidered /It was resolved that the Secretary present and a sub- |to the Board the Triplicate Copies of the Receipts for the titute passed |month of May & that hereafter the receipts of the preceeding at next meet \month be presented at each meeting. ing [Triplicates] [Work Record] It was resolved that the Secretary be requested to prepare and present at the next meeting of the Board as complete a record of the working of the labor system at this College Since the [opening?] of the made term in Feb'y 1883, as can be [done] from existing records which Statement shall embrace [illegible in original] among [End page 434] [Begin page 435] [Report on Work System] other things. The total days attendance of students at the College The total hours labor by Students The Classification of students into five groups according to the amount of work done by each per term viz (1) Those working 12 hours per week or over (2) " " from 9 " to 12 " " (3) " " " 6 " " 9 " " (4) " " " 3 " " 6 " " (5) " " less than three hours per week [Regular Reports on Work System] It was resolved that the heads of Departments and all having Charge of Students labor be required to keep a perman ent record of the Same in detail and make a full report there- of to the Secretary of the College at the end of each term. [Leave of Absence] Prof. Johnson was granted four days leave of absence to attend meeting of Professors of Ag at Columbus Ohio about July 1st [Class Banquet] The Seniors asked permission to hold their Class banquet in the Botanical Laboratory which was granted [Botanl. Museum] Prof. Beal was authorized to have a room partitioned off in the Botanical Museum [Water Works] Mr Miles Ayrault presented a proposition on behalf of the Michigan Pipe Co for the furnishing of pipes hydrants etc for the proposed water works which was considered and adopted (See Contract filed) [Water pump $110.] The resolution passed at last meeting Author izing Prof. Carpenter to send the old pump to Brooklyn for repairs was reconsidered and the following Sub- stitute adopted. viz. that Prof. Carpenter be authorized to purchase a new [Hot?] Water Worthington pump to cost not to exceed $11000 sco [Micro^pe Table etc] It was resolved that the microscopic table & chair in Prof. Cook's Study be purchased at a Cost not to The former for $3500 the latter for $1000 [House Changes] It was resolved that the Mechanical Dep't be instructed to make the changes contemplated in the house occupied by Prof. Beal whole cost not to exceed $300.00 [Boiler House] [Cheml. Laby.] It was resolved that the Secretary advertise for bids for the erection of a boiler house & chimney also for furnishing & Equiping of the basement of Chemical the Botanical Laboratory. Bids to be opened on the evening of June 26th at the Capital. [New Dwelling] Prof. Satterlee was authorized to secure from Mr Appleyard plans plans & specifications for a Prof's house [End page 435] [Begin page 436] to be [veneered?] with brick total cost inclusive of heating and Archetects fees not to xceed $300000 Plan to be submitted to building Com June 26th [Troop. Experiments.] It was resolved that Prof Satterlee be authorized to employ the assistance of Mr Troop in experimental work during the current year to an amount not ex- ceeding $20000 [Window Screens] The Mechanical Dep't was authorized to make win- dow Screens as follows 5 for the Library 2 for Pres. office 4 for Secy's office [New Dwelling] It was resolved that the Building Committee be authorized to accept or reject the plans & Specifications for dwelling house to be submitted by Mr Appleyard and in case of their acceptance to advertise for bids for its construc building tion, which bills shall be acted upon by the ^ Committee at such time & place as may suit their convenience [Tent] Permission was granted the Senior Class to secure a tent for Commencement exercises provided they do so without cost to the College Board adjourned till Aug 13th 1883 RG Baird Secy [Monday] Evening August 13th 1883 The Board met at the College. There were present at this meeting Pres. Franklin Wells Reynolds & Messers Dewey ^ Chamberlain & Rising In the absence of the Secretary who was un- able to attend the meeting on account of Sickness Mr Reynolds was appointed to act as Secretary. [B.S.] [*AM Bamber died June 1st degree Conferred at request of his father.] [M.S.] It was resolved that the degree of Batch elor of Science be conferred upon the following William A. Bahlke. Henry W. Baird Albert A Bamber* Arthur C. Bird Leslie A. Buell Ernest P. Clark Herbert W Collingwood Henry A Danville Jr Clark H. Eldridge Archie M Emery Edward. J. Fletcher Edgar Grimm Daniel C. Holliday Jr Osmond C. Howe Wilbur F. Hoyt Willard S. Kedzie Arthur F Linnan Eugine F. Law Chas F. Lindsley Albert W. Mather John T Matthews Harry C. Nixon Frank F Rogers Allen C. Redding Edmund Scloetzow Jeddie H Smith Milton St. John Herbert M. Weed Clarence M. Weed Sarah E. Wood. and the degree of Master of Science upon John E Taylor Lewis G Carpenter Chas F. Davis & Frank Gulley [End page 436] [Begin page 437] Tuesday morning The Board met and signed the diplomas and then took a recess till two O clock ^ in order to attend the graduating exercises Afternoon Session. The Board met at two O.Clock The minutes of the meeting of June. 11th were read & approved. [Pipe Co. Contrt.] It was resolved that the Contract with the Michigan Pipe Co which was placed on file be spread upon the records of the Board. [Triplicates] The resolution of last meeting relative to the pre- sentation of triplicate receipts was reconsidered and the following was substituted for it [ " ] Resolved that the Secretary be required to present at each meeting of the Board the triplicate receipts for the period intervening since the previous meeting. Carried [Bath Rooms] It was resolved that Prof. Carpenter be requested to ascertain and report to this Board at its Sep. meeting the probable expense of building bath rooms for the use of students. [Anatoml. Specs.] It was resolved that Prof. Cook be authorized to expend twenty five dollars for anatomical specimens for the use of his class in Anatomy [Leave of Absence] Prof Cook was granted leave of absence Sep. 18 – 20 to attend the National Agricultural Associ- ation at Toronto Ont. [Class Rooms] It was resolved that the action of the Board directing the roofing of Williams Hall with Shingles be rescinded [ " " " ] It was resolved that the roofing of Williams Hall be referred to the Building Commtitee with power to act [Ch. Lab. Roof] It was resolved that the bill of E.W. Dart of $154.65 for putting iron roof in Chemical Laboratory be allowed & paid upon receipt of guarantee as specified [Bldg. Inspection] It was resolved that the matters of Compliance with the State law relative to the inspection of public buildings be referred to the building Com- [End page 437] [Begin page 438] mittee. Detroit Board adjourned to meet at the Russell House ^ Sep't. 18 at 8 O Clock P.M. [Pipe Co. Contract] Articles of agreement between the State Board of Agriculture of the first part and the Michigan Pipe Co. of Bay City. of the Second part. The Michigan Pipe Company agree to fur- nish delivered on C & GT R.R. near Chicago Junc- tion their wooden water pipe at twenty (20) per cent discount from the accompanying price list (Filed in vault drawer No 1) That they will furnish Flower Bros. gate valves fitted for their pipe at the following rates Valves for six inch pipe Ninetten dollars ($19.00) " " four " " Twelve & 50/100 (12.50) " " three " " Ten --- (10.00) That they will furnish special castings for tees, crosses, and elbowes fitted for their pipe for four and a half cents (4½) per pound delivered on R.R. track near Chicago junction That they will furnish three (3) cast iron elbows fitted at one end for six (6) inch wrought iron pipe and at the other end for (6) six ^ inch wood pipe for cents per pound That they will furnish Holly Hydrants to bury five feet with four inch valves and double nozzles 2½ hose delivered on track either at Lansing or Chicago Junction for thirty five dollars each. Said hydrants to be fitted for four (4) inch wooden pipe The consideration of the amount agreed upon the Mich Pipe Co., party of the second part Guarantee that all pipe furnished shall be in every respect of first quality, and shall the pressure specified in price list of said company They further guarantee their pipe when laid, shall stand without leaks for five (5) years and the said company bind themselves, that in the event of any leaks appearing, they will repair said leaks perfect and put the pipe in ^ order, provided said leaks are not caused by a pressure exceeding 160 pounds per square inch. The State Board of Agriculture as party of the first part agree to pay the afore mentioned price for pipe, extras & hyrdants as soon as laid and tested Signed Franklin Wells Prest of Board and Mich Pipe Co. RG Baird Secy . [End page 438] [Begin page 439] September 18th 1883 Eight O Clock P.M. The Board met at in Detroit Present Franklin Wells T.D. Dewey E W Rising. Henry Chamberlain Gov. Beagole Pres. Abbot & the Secretary It was resolved that the President of the Board Hon. Franklin Wells act as Chairman. of the Finance Committee until the return of Hon. Wm B. Mc Creary [Plants or Shrubs.] It was resolved that one Hun- dred dollers be expended for plants & Shrubs for the Hort. Dep't under the direction of Prof. Satterlee [Ch. Lab. Benches] It was resolved that Dr Kedzie be authorized to expend Sixty dollars out of the Appropriation for his Dep't for benches etc for the Laboratory [Tile] The Hort. Dep't was authorized to purchase large tile for the repaining of the main ditch across the grounds [Mowing Machine] The purchase of a mowing machine by Prof. Satterlee for the Hort Dep't was approved [Gr. H. Repairs] [Cart & Pump] The painting & repairing of the Green House within the amount appropriated therefor was authorized. also the purchase of a cart & a pump for the Hort. Dept. Adjourned till 8 O Clock tomorrow evening Sep 19th 8. O Clock P.M. Board met. Same members present as on previous evening. [Cattle Sales] It was resolved that Prof Johnson and Hon Franklin Wells attend the Sales of Cattle & Sheep at Guelph. Ont. Sep 28th and at Delaware Ohio Oct. 18th in behalf of the the interest of the College Meeting adjourned to meet at the College Nov 6th RG Baird Sec'y [End page 439] [Begin page 440] November 6th 1883 The Board met in the Secretary's office at Eight O Clock P.M. Present F. Wells T.D. Dewey H.G. Reynolds Wm B Mc Creery E.W. Rising Governor Begole President Abbot & the Secretary The members of the Faculty were mostly present and presented matters connected with their Several Depts. After listening to reports from the Professors the Board adjourned till 8 O.Clock tomorrow morning Wednesday morning 8. O. Clock The Same members present as on previous evening. The finance Committee reported on the condition of the Several funds of the College & on the Am'ts received by the Secretary since last meeting [Williams H. Roof] The Committee on Buildings reported the Completion of the roof on Williams Hall & other repairs now in progress [Cattle Sales] President Wells reported that had been unable to attend the Cattle Sale at Guelph Ont. but had attended the one at Delaware Ohio. No purchase was made for the College [Asst. Secty] It was resolved that Henry W. Baird be employed as Assistant Secretary at the rate of Six Hundred Dollars a year dating from the time when his Service Commenced in September last [Stock Sales] It was resolved that the President of this Board and the Professor of Agriculture be and are hereby authorized at their discretion to purchase or Sell Such stock as in their judgement may be for the best interest of the College [Club Room] It was resolved that Mr Himebauch be reimbursed to the amount of Eight dollars, having expended that amount in putting a room in proper condition for the cook of his club, on the presentation of the proper vouchers [Farm Purchases] [Premiums] The Farm Department was authorized to purchase a Cauldren Kettle Cutting box & Buffalo State Robe: Also to return to the Secretary of the ^ Agriculture Society the Amount of the premiums awarded the State College stock at the ^ fair [Apparatus] Prof. Carpenter was authorized to purchase Phil- osophical Apparatus not to exceed the amount appropriated therefor [Grange – Delegate] It was resolved that Prof Grange be appointed a delegate to attend the Convention for the prevention of Contagious diseases of Animals at Chicago Nov 15" & 16 " [End page 440] [Begin page 441] It was resolved that President Wells fill the vac- ancy for the present meeting on the Committee on Institutes occasioned by the absence of Mr Chamberlain The Pres. appointed Mr Reynolds The Board took a recess till two O. Clock P.M. To O. Clock P.M. Board met. Same members present as at previous Sessions [Road] It was resolved that the Pres of the Bo Mr Wells be authorized to Sign the petition being circulated for a highway from Trowbridge Station running East to the North & South road. [Class Room] It was resolved that Prof. Grange use the Class room in this building jointly with Prof. Cook until other arrangements Shall be made [Kedzie Salary] It was resolved that Dr Kedzie's Salary be at the rate of two thousand dollars a year from the beginning of the present quarter. Oct. 1st [Hortl. Bal.] for the Hort. Dept \ The Secretry was authorized to expend ^ the unex- | pended balance of the appropriation of 1881 to the Dep't of Bot. & / Hort. in Connection with the Hort. Dep't [Hortl. Purchases] Prof Satterlee was authorized to make the following purchases for his Dep't viz A grindstone – a Cross cut Saw & other hand implements to the amount of $125.00: also a pair of good horse blankets & a pair of oil cloth or rubber horse Covers [ " Teamster] It was resolved that the Hort Dept teamster be paid for the Summer the Same wages as have been paid by the Farm Dep't. [Eaves troughs] The Mechanical Dep't was authorized to place eave troughs under under the eave of the house occupied by Prof Cook & a conductor to the same ground [Zoological Dept. Furnishing] [Museum Cases] The Building Committee were authorized to secure during the present winter vacation the following furniture for the Zoological Dep't Desk for Class room $75.11 heavy tables for microscopes $55. Bookcase for Study $50. Breeding Case 15.00. Study table $40. Ten chairs $15.00 Two museum Cases $400. The whole to cost not to exceed $650.00 The Board took a recess till 7 OClock P.M The Farm Com. to visit the farm & Stock & the Committee on Institutes to prepare their report At Seven P.M. the Board met The Committee on Institutes presented the follow [End page 441] [Begin page 442] ing report which was adopted [Institutes] Your Committee recommend that Institutes be held as follows. At Berrien Centre Berrien Co Jan. 15" & 16" Profs Johnson & Kedzie Secy Baird & F.S. Kedzie Otsego Allegan Co Jan. 17" & 18" Profs Cook Carpenter & Harrower Chelsea Washtenaw Co Jany 22 & 23 Profs. Carpenter Johnson & Harrower Eaton Rapids Eaton Co Jan. 24" & 25" Profs Beal Grange, & MacEwen Grand Rapids Kent Co Jany 28th & 29th Profs. R.C. Kedzie E A.A. Grange & W.J. Beal Caro Tuscola Co Jan. 30 & 31st Secy Baird Profs Cook E J. Mac Ewen & E. A. A. Grange E.W. Rising \ Com. H.G. Reynolds / [Bridge Damages] It was resolved that Prof Satterlee be authorized to Settle with the town of Meriden the Claim of the Board for loss on account of bridge falling for one hundred & fifty dollars [Brick] It was moved & Seconded that the Secretary and Prof Carpenter report on the Cost of brick now on hand to a Com. to be appointed by the Pres. of this Board & Said Com shall be authorized to let a contract for making brick if in their judgement they think best to do so The motion was lost [Storm Door] The Mechanical Dep't was authorized to put on a Storm door on the West Side of Prof. Beals House [Botnl. Apparatus] Nose pieces & Cameras not to exceed the estimate Microscopic work table for Study not to exceed $25 Two cases for class room not to Exceed $75. Bottles & jars $50. Apparatus for Class exercises in mounting objects $50 Hand Carpenters tools for use in Botanical Laboratory $10. [Gr. H. Help] Prof Satterlee was authorized to reimploy an the months of extra man in the Green House during ^ Jan. & Feb. [Privy] It was resolved that Prof Satterlee be authorized to remodel the arrangement of urinals in the Space & privy West of the Hort. barn so as to utilize the urine for manureal purposes and as far as may be confine the odor [End page 442] [Begin page 443] [New Dwelling] It was resolved that the building Com. be authorized to take Such action for the erection of a dwelling for the Prof of Horticulture the coming season as they may see fit [Fountain] Prof Carpenter was authorized to protect the fountain for the winter meeting Adjourned to meet March 4th 1884 R.G. Baird Secretary December 18th 1883 The Board held a Special meeting at the Capital. All the members were present The minutes of last meeting were read and approved. [Reappraisal Land Grant] President Wells Stated that as the State Land Board had at the request of this Board had undertaken an examination of the College Lands with a view to their reappraisal and had reported the Completion of the work & on Account of some other matters of business he had after Correspondence with some of the members of the Board instructed the Secretary to Call this meeting [New Dwelling] He stated also that the building Committee had in- structed the Secretary to Advertise for proposals for the erection of a Cottage for a Prof.'s residence at the College and arranged to have the proposals submitted at this time. [Proposals] Sealed proposals were the opened as follows From B.C. Kelley & Son $3245.00 " Wm Martin 3805.00 " Fuller & Wheeler 3766.80 [Reappraisal] It was resolved that Col. Mc Creery Mr Dewey & the Secretary be and are hereby appointed a Committee from this Board to examine that report recently made to the Commissioner of the State Land Office by parties appointed by him to examine the Agricultural College lands and that he be requested to fix a price upon each description of said land & recommend to the land grant Board that they instruct the Commissioner of the Land office to Sell said lands at the price so recom- mended [End page 443] [Begin page 444] [Withdrawal from Sale] Mr Dewey was appointed a Committee to meet the Board of State Auditors at their next meeting and request that the College lands be withheld from Sale until prices are fixed on the bases of the recent examination of Said lands [Signal Service] It was resolved that the President of this Board be requested to appoint a delegate to represent the Board at Wash ington with a view to secure a Signal Service Station. The Chair Appointed Col. Mc Creery as such Committee Adjourned till 9. O Clock tomorrow morning Wednesday morning Dec 19th 9 O clock [Leave of Absence] It was resolved that the Institute appointments for 1885 shall be so arranged as to admit of Prof Cooks absence until the 25th of Jan'y provided he then desires it. [Extra Man] Prof. Carpenter was authorized to employ a man during the winter vacation at $10. per month & board [Rooms in Winter] It was resolved that Mr & Mrs Haws. Mr & Mrs Mohan & Mr & Mrs Miller be allowed to occupy rooms in the College buildings during the present winter & that all others occup- ying rooms in Said buildings be required to vacate them on or before Jan'y 1st 1884 [Well] [Dam] Prof Carpenter was authorized to have the well at Wells Hall repaired. Also to have piles driven at the South end of the dam for its protection. [Tank Tower] It was resolved that the Tower of Williams Hall under the water [tanked?] be strengthened under the direction of the building Committee [Ice tools] Prof Carpenter was authorized to purchase ice tools not to exceed twelve dollars. [Brick Yard] Also to protect the property connected with the brick yard [Percherons] Prof Johnson was authorized to exchange the bay team for a pair of grade Percheron Mares giving not to exceed two hundred dollars on the exchange [Feed Barn] It was resolved that it is expedient to build a barn suitable for conducting experiments in the feeding of Cattle & Sheep & that Prof Johnson be Authorized to prepare plans and Submit estimates at the March meeting of the Board & to procure the Stone necessary for Such a barn this winter [New Dwelling] The building Committee were authorized to accept the proposal of B.C. Kelley & Son for the erection of the Cottage and to arrange for a bath room not provid- [End page 444] [Begin page 445] ed for in the plan [Ditch Taxes] The Secretary Submitted to the Board the opinion of Attorney General Van Riper in relation to the ditch taxes assessed on Some of the Swamp lands owned by the College in the Township of Bath. and the Secretary was authorized to pay said taxes [Fire Escapes] The Motion placing the matter of fire escapes in the hands of the building Committee was rescinded & the matter put in charge of Mr Reynolds [Asst. in Botany] It was moved & Seconded that Prof. Beal be allowed to expend $17500 for assistance in teaching Botany during the Spring term. Motion was lost. Meeting Adjourned R.G. Baird Secretar'y [End page 445]