To the Editors of the CRIMSON:

With the present uncertainty as to the quartering of the R. O. T. C. in Cambridge at any time, much less the 19th of June, the probability of discharge therefrom, before that date, of all men entering specialized branches of the army, the enactment of conscription for all not over 25 nor under 19 years of age, and the numerous difficulties which may arise between now and then to interfere with that date, it seems to me that the chances of the majority of the present Senior Class being present at their own Class Day are extremely precarious.

On the other hand, the examinations close on May 5 and attendance at camp is not required until the 8th. This leaves the 7th, which may be used as Class Day, and if a little earlier than is customary, it still comes at the appropriate time at the close of the examinations, when its benefits may be enjoyed by all and without putting a premium on the unen-listed.

Doubtless some will object to its celebration on such short notice, but entertainments, if held at all in such times, should be of an informal nature. Nor can I concur in the objection of some against all forms of entertainment, when such a day makes a fitting pause between academic study and military training. It seems to me that either by ballot or canvass the opinion of the class should be obtained, and in the meanwhile, the fact held well in mind that to delay may be to destroy. RICHARD K. KENNA '17.