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same as was in Adirondacks But he is again very helpless on account of acute pain in arms, wrist and chest. Busy day polishing up different articles and addresses and [[strikethrough]] other [[/strikethrough]] correspondence
June 13. Another busy day putting last touches at articles I am writing for the monthlies Evening went to New York. [[underlined]] Gave a good strong talking to Albert our chauffeur for his impudence in [[/underlined]] mingling in conversation when there are guests in our car. Supper at University club then took night train for [[underlined]] Pittsburgh. [[/underlined]]
June 14. At East Liberty, Mr. Brown delegated by
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the [[underlined]] University [[/underlined]] was there with Taxicab and took me to Shenley Hotel. Beautiful situation on this hill above the smoky city in the Valley In fact it seems impossible that [[underlined]] there should be such a smoky city near by. [[/underlined]] Scarcely time to reread my speech then with my gown and cap joined procession of academic staff and guests. Gowns and hoods of every color. One red gown of Oxford - The [[strikethrough]] Royal [[/strikethrough]] Dominion astronomer of Canada Dr. Klotz. Beautiful weather. Commencement ceremony in that beautiful hall of Soldiers Memorial. Everything very imposing. This enormous hall entirely filled. Fine subdued service, 500 graduates receiving degrees. I had