In speaking in the CRIMSON a few days ago of the possibility of a gift from the Fayerweather estate, we gave a list of what seemed to us the University's most pressing needs. One of the most prominent of these was that of a new library reading-room. In behalf of this object we wish to say a word thus early to the authorities who will dispose of the bequest just announced. To no other purpose could the money be so advantageously given. Moreover, it was Mr. Conant's wish, we understand, that a building bearing his name be put up with this money.

We sincerely hope, then, that the bequest be used in building a new library, to be named according to Mr. Conant's desire, Such a course would fulfill the last wishes of a generous benefactor. It would supply the need now the most urgent of all felt alike by instructor and student.