The first bulletin of the general committee for the torchlight parade shows that every endeavor is being made to have the arrangements for the procession complete and, what is also of importance, made in time. The idea of adopting class uniforms, which '86 has already done at their suggestion, is a very good one, making the appearance of the Harvard regiment much superior to the showing made in former years. and that at only a very small cost to each individual. It is, indeed, most necessary that these uniforms, for we take it for granted that the other classes will adopt the plan; should be as inexpensive as possible, in order that no man may be deterred from marching on account of the expense. The first requisite for the success of our participation in the parade is a large representation, the matter of costume. etc., being only secondary. In order that every arrangement may be perfected as soon as possible the sophomores and freshmen ought to hold meetings at once to select uniforms or to appoint committees to do so for them; and '88 must elect its marshals. These ought to be selected at once for the chief marshal will soon call a meeting of the class marshals to give instructions.

Another advantage which the distinguishing uniforms will have is that the sophomores and freshmen when they come to have their rush on returning to Cambridge will be better able to tell who is who and to distinguish friends from foes. The desirability of special features in the parade, devised and carried out by private parties and clubs, cannot be overstated, as a large number of such exhibitions lend variety to the display. The general committee are endeavoring to add as many novelties as they are able; but the worth of the display must depend largely on private individuals. Every suggestion of a suitable device will no doubt receive attention and aid in making this the finest turnout which Harvard students have ever sent into a parade.