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The Faculty met June 1st 1839

Present the Chairman and Professors Griffith, (P43661) Rogers, (P43658) Davis, (P33195) Emmet, (P43625) Blaettermann, (P43621) Bonnycastle (P43623) and Cabell. (P39304)

Professors Harrison (P25515) and Davis (P33195) laid before the Faculty monthly reports of the Standing of Candidates for Graduation in their Schools.-

The Chairman laid before the Faculty the Bank report for the month of April.

The Proctor's report of Assessments for November having been amended, was on motion made, seconded and passed, approved and confirmed.-

[EVENT: Course Reference:Medicine  1839-06-01] [EVENT: Exception:Granted  1839-06-01] The Chairman stated to the Faculty, that Mr. William P. Read (P43081) a candidate for Graduation in Medicine, was examined in advance of the time appointed, in consequence of being compelled to leave the University on business of emergency - On motion made and

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seconded - Resolved, that the examination of Mr. Read (P43081) be approved and sanctioned by the Faculty -

[EVENT: Student Status:Withdrawal from University  1839-06-01] The Chairman stated to the Faculty, that he had permitted Mr. Daniel B. Quirk (P39310) to withdraw from the University on the 17th of May on account ill health -

On motion made and seconded, resolved that the action of the Chairman be approved and sanctioned by the Faculty -

[EVENT: Student Status:Withdrawal from University  1839-06-01] The Chairman stated to the Faculty that on the 17th of May, he permitted Mr. Thomas T. Hogg (P42605) to withdraw from the University on account of ill health -

On motion made and seconded -

Resolved that the action of the Chairman be approved, and sanctioned by the Faculty -

[EVENT: Exception:Granted  1839-06-01] [EVENT: Course Reference:Ancient Languages:Greek  1839-06-01] [EVENT: Course Reference:Modern Languages:Spanish  1839-06-01] The Chairman stated to the Faculty, that Mr. Charles R. G. Slaughter (P37143) was prevented by sickness from attending the examina- tions for Graduation in Greek and Spanish -

On motion made and seconded - Resolved that Mr. Slaughter (P37143) be allowed to have a separate examination in Greek on the 16th instant - and in Spanish on the 17th

Professor Blaettermann (P43621) stated to the Faculty, that he was sick at the time appointed for the examination of the Candidates for Graduation in German and - and moved that he be allowed to held an examination on the 17th inst. His motion was seconded and passed.-

Mr. John S. Caskie (P22691) made application through the Chairman for permission to pay for a pair of pantaloons which the Patron under the laws cannot pay for, not being Uniform - Mr. Caskie (P22691) supposed, they were summer pantaloons, and thought that he was not violating the laws in purchasing them.-

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The Faculty being of opinion that Mr. Caskie (P22691) purchased the pantaloons thro' mistake; On motion made and seconded -

Resolved, that his application be granted.-

[EVENT: Fee  1839-06-01] Mr. Hunter H. Marshall (P34598) who has exceeded the limit prescribed by law for Clothing to the amount of $1.82 made application through the Chairman for permission to pay a Tailor's bill of $5. and also a Shoemakers account of small amount -

On motion made and seconded - Resolved that Mr. Marshall's (P34598) application be granted.-

[EVENT: Student Status:Dropping a Class Action:denied 1839-06-01] Mr. George L. Fobeger (P22002) made application through the Chairman for permission to withdraw from the School of Ancient Language-

He came late to the University and is laboring for distinction in Mathematics and Natural Philosophy.- On motion made and sec- onded - Resolved, that his application be not granted.-

[EVENT: Student Status:Withdrawal from University Action:denied 1839-06-01] Mr. William D. Chisholm (P39586) made application through the Chairman, with the consent of his guardian, to with draw from the Univer- sity - On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that his appli- cation be not granted.-

[EVENT: Student Status:Dropping a Class Action:granted 1839-06-01] Mr. James L. Woodville (P27310) made application through the Chairman for permission to leave the class of Jun: Greek. He has lost time by ill health - On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that his application be granted -

Mr. Chapman J. Stuart (P24341) who has exceeded the limit pres- cribed by law for Clothing, made application through the Chair- man, with the consent of his guardian Chapman Johnson, Esq. (P24341) for permission to purchase summer clothing to the amount of $20.

On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that his appli- cation be granted -

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Academic Lassitude  ] [EVENT: Student Status:Dropping a Class Action:denied 1839-06-01] Mr. Thomas T. Hill (P26212) made application through the Chairman for

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permission to leave the School of Mathematics - It appearing to the Faculty that Mr. Hill (P26212) has not attended that School during the last month - On motion made and seconded Resolved, that his app- lication be not granted, that he be reprimanded by the Chairman and required to resume attendance upon the lectures and said School.-

[EVENT: Student Status:Withdrawal from University Action:denied 1839-06-01] Mr. William P. Du Val (P24420) made application thro' the Chairman, with the consent of his guardian, to withdraw from the University - On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that his application be not granted.-

[EVENT: Student Status:Dropping a Class Action:denied 1839-06-01] Mr. William M. Thompson (P36111) made application through the Chairman for permission to withdraw from the School of Chemistry, on the ground that he has been in ill health - On motion made and seconded -

Resolved, that Mr. Thompson's (P36111) application be not granted.-

[EVENT: Student Status:Readmission Action:denied 1839-06-01] Mr. Matthew M. Harrison (P36356) made application thro' the Chairman for the readmission into the University of Mr. John H. Harrison (P30891) who was dismissed on the 26th of April -

The Faculty not being satisfied with the reasons offered in this case - On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that the App- lication be not granted -

[EVENT: Student Status:Dropping a Class Action:granted 1839-06-01] Mr. Francis E. Morancy (P27216) who attends four Schools, made appli- cation through the Chairman for permission to leave the School of Mathematics - On motion made and seconded

Resolved, that his application be granted.-

[EVENT: Student Status:Dropping a Class Action:denied 1839-06-01] Mr. Robert M. Williamson (P41018) made application thro' the Chairman for permission to quit the Class of Latin and the School on Math- ematics, on the ground, that he joined the University at a late period of the Session - On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that his application be not granted -

Mr. Thomas T. Towles (P24008) made application through the Chairman for

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permission to purchase two pair of summer pantaloons and some few other articles of clothing to a small amount - he has exceeded the limit prescribed by law - On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that Mr. Towles (P24008) have leave to purchase summer clothes to such reasonable amount as the Chairman may sanction.-

Mr. Thomas Y. Henry (P35089) made application through the Chairman for permission to pay a bill of $7- for clothing, which he contracted not knowing that he had exceeded the limit for clothing - and also to purchase some articles of summer clothing which he stands in need of - He has lost during the Session a number of Shirts - socks and handkerchiefs -

On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that Mr. Henry's (P35089) application be granted, and that he have leave to purchase to such reasonable extent as the Chairman may sanction.-

[EVENT: Student Status:Withdrawal from University Action:granted 1829-06-01] Mr. Richard P. Walton (P27408) a Medical Student made application through the Chairman with his father's consent to withdraw from the Uni- versity about the 6th or 10th of June, on account of ill health -

He wishes to remain till then in order, that he may obtain a cer- tificate from the Medical Professors.- Professor Cabell (P39304) thinks that his application is reasonable - On motion made and seconded -

Resolved, that Mr. Walton (P27408) have leave to withdraw from the University on the 10th instant -

[EVENT: Student Status:Withdrawal from University Action:granted 1839-06-01] Mr. James T. Gee (P24263) of Huntsville, (PL4317) Alabama, (PL4236) made application thro' the Chairman for permission to withdraw from the University - on the 10th or 15th instant - Has mother who is in ill health is anxious for his return home - It is his intention to rejoin the University next Session, and unless he leaves at about the time above mentioned, it will not be in his power to reach here by the first of September - On motion made and seconded -

Resolved, that his application be granted -

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[EVENT: Student Status:Withdrawal from University Action:granted 1839-06-01] Mr. Benjamin R. Taylor (P22062) a Medical student of Tallahasse Florida (PL4407) made application through the Chairman for permission to withdraw from the University about the middle of June.- It is necessary for him to go through Charleston S. C. (PL4447) and his father desires that he shall return as soon as possible -

On motion made and seconded, Resolved, that his application be granted.-

[EVENT: Student Status:Dropping a Class Action:granted 1839-06-01] Mr. John A. Washington (P24225) who attends four Schools, made appli- cation through the Chairman for permission to leave Junior Law -

On motion made and seconded - Resolved that his application be granted -

[EVENT: Student Status:Withdrawal from University Action:granted 1839-06-01] Mr. George W. Boirne (P29088) made application through the Chairman for permission to withdraw from the University on account of general ill health - On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that his application be granted.-

The Chairman stated to the Faculty that since the matricula- tion of Mr. William Leonard, (P30901) his guardian has deposited in the hands of R. Edwards (P44222) Jun & Co. funds, intended for his use as a student of the University - whereupon

Mr. Davis (P33195) Offered the following resolution which was seconded and passed -

Resolved that the Proctor investigate the circumstances under which Messrs. Edwards (P44222) & Co. have been intrusted with funds for the use of Mr. William Leonard (P30901) a student of the University; to the end that if it shall appear that if these funds are under Mr. Leonard's (P30901) Control, or the laws of the institution have been in any respects violated by the transaction, the proper remidy may be applied.-

Mr. John P. Tabb (P40095) who was absent from sickness from the examina-

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tion appointed for the Candidates for Graduation in French - was examined separately on the 17th of May - A motion was made seconded and passed, that the Faculty sanction said examination.-

Mr. William L. Pitts (P30931) who has reached the limit prescribed by law for clothing, made application through the Chairman for permission to pay a bill of $15. he did not know when it was con- tracted that it would exceed the limit.

On motion made and seconded - Resolved that his application be granted.-

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Academic Lassitude  1839-06-01] It appearing to the Faculty that Mr. George A. Harper (P31851) has been frequently absent from lectures - On motion made and seconded Resolved, that the Chairman be requested to enquired of Mr. Harper (P31851) into the cause thereof.-

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Academic Lassitude  1839-06-01] It appearing to the Faculty that Messrs. William Strother (P26916) and James W. Morton (P26341) have been frequently absent from lectures and are inattentive - A motion was made seconded and passed, that they be reprimanded by the Chairman -

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Academic Lassitude  1839-06-01] Professor Emmet (P43625) informed the Faculty that Messrs. John F. Hammond (P26763) and James P. Holcombe (P43718) have been often absent from Chemistry-

A motion was made, seconded and passed, that the Chairman be re- quested to call the attention of their parents to their conduct.-

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Academic Lassitude  1839-06-01] Professor Emmet (P43625) informed the Faculty, that Mr. James H. Noel (P22477) had been frequently absent from Chemistry - and is very inattentive -

A motion was made seconded and passed, that Mr. Noel (P22477) be reprimanded by the Chairman and his guardian be written to.-

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Academic Lassitude  1839-06-01] It appearing to the Faculty that Messrs. Robert M. Williamson (P41018) & Joseph B. Cosnahan (P25329) are inattentive in their Schools - On motion made and seconded - Resolved that their guardians be informed of their conduct.-

The Faculty adjourned -

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Gessner Harrison, (P25515) Ch. Fac.

The Faculty met June 10th 1839

Present the Chairman and Professors Rogers, (P43658) Davis, (P33195) Blaettermann (P43621) and Tucker (P43619)

The Chairman informed the Faculty, that Mr. William D. Chis- holm, (P39586) to whom at the last meeting of the Faculty, permission to withdraw from the University, was refused, has withdrawn from the University without leave, and without settling his account and leaving with the Patron a declaration in regard to the deposit of his funds - Whereupon the following resolution was proposed, seconded, and passed.-

[EVENT: Student Status:Dismissal Action:granted 1839-06-10] Mr. William D. Chisholm (P39586) having withdrawn from the University without leave, the Faculty having refused him permission at the last Meeting; and also without settling his account with the Patron, or making the declaration in regard to the deposit of his funds which the law requires - Resolved, that he be dismissed from the University -

The Chairman laid before the Faculty the Bank report for the month of May: also

The Librarian's Bi monthly report -

[EVENT: Student Status:Dropping a Class Action:granted 1839-06-10] Mr. Joel W. Jones (P29179) made application through the Chairman for permission to leave the Class of Spanish.- He will still attend French, Mathematics and Moral Philosophy, and is affected with sore eyes - On motion made and seconded - Resolved that his appli- cation be granted -

[EVENT: Student Status:Dropping a Class Action:denied 1839-06-10] Mr. John S. Caskie (P22691) made application thro' the Chairman for per- mission to leave the Class of Jun Greek - On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that his application be not granted -

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[EVENT: Student Status:Withdrawal from University Action:granted 1839-06-10] Mr. David E. Butler (P33808) of Georgia (PL4356), who is above 21 years old and a good student - made application thro' the Chairman for permission to withdraw from the University - He has business at home which requires his attention - proposes to pass thro' Charles ton S. C.- (PL4447) and intends rejoining the University in September - He will not have time to do his business at home if he waits till the end of the Session -

On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that Mr. Butler's (P33808) app- lication be granted.-

[EVENT: Student Status:Withdrawal from University Action:denied 1839-06-10] Mr. Aarom Jeffery (P29166) made application through the Chairman for permission to withdraw from the University - Has been requested by letter to return home by the 20th instant -

On motion made and seconded - Resolved that his application be not granted.-

[EVENT: Student Status:Withdrawal from University Action:granted 1839-06-10] Mr. Samuel G. Staples (P41898) made application through the Chairman for permission to withdraw from the University - He has been requested by his father to return home on account of the mother's ill health - His father has appointed to meet him at Christiansburg, (PL4489) which is about 60 miles from his residence, with the means of conveying him home - On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that the application of Mr. Staples (P41898) be granted.-

[EVENT: Student Status:Withdrawal from University Action:granted 1839-06-10] Mr. Bedford Calwell (P40325) made application thro' the Chairman for permission to withdraw from the University - He was absent on account of sickness from November till April, and has been requested to meet his brother at Lexington (PL4276) and return home with him - On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that his application be granted.

[EVENT: Student Status:Withdrawal from University Action:denied 1839-06-10] Mr. Edward C. Betts (P35520) made application through the Chairman for permission to withdraw from the University - on the 18th or 22nd instant - He has appointed to meet an uncle in Mechlenburg (PL8608) where

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he has business -

On Motion made and seconded - Resolved, that his application be not granted.-

[EVENT: Student Misconduct  1839-06-10] The Chairman informed the Faculty, that Messrs. William S. Caldwell, (P28389) Alexander Walker, (P33315) Benj: R. Sneed (P24575) and Robert M. Williamson (P41018) had repeatedly violated the law regarding early rising

On Motion made and seconded - Resolved, that they be reprimanded by the Chairman, and their parents be written to.-

On motion made and seconded

Resolved, that the Final examination commence on Wednesday the 26th instant and conclude on tuesday July 2nd

The Faculty adjourned.-

Gessner Harrison, (P25515) Ch. Fac.

The Faculty were summoned to meet at 4 OClock June 19th 1839

The Chairman and Professor Davis (P33195) met - and a quorum not being formed in half and hour, they adjourned.-

Gessner Harrison, (P25515) Ch. Fac.

The Faculty met July 3rd 1839

Present all the Professors except Mr. Tucker (P43619)

[EVENT: Course Reference:Moral Philosophy  ] The Professors severally reported the names of the students who were distinguished at the Intermediate and Final examinations Professor Rogers (P43658) presented the report of the Professor of Moral Philosophy (P43619) - Whereupon motions were severally made seconded and p passed, that the reports be approved and confirmed -

Dr. Cabell (P39304) made a statement to the Faculty in regard to the identity of the examination papers of Messrs. Wm S. Boyd (P34740) and John H. Bryant. (P42270) Upon which Dr. Emmet (P43625) moved that these gentleman be

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placed in the fourth division -

the motion was seconded and passed.-

[EVENT: Course Reference:Ancient Languages:Latin  ] Ancient Languages Junior Latin Class
Int: Final
Charles B. Buckner (P33711) 2 Lynchburg (PL4371)
Hugh L. Clay (P27293) 2 Huntsville, Alabama (PL4317)
Samuel G. Davis (P25288) 2 Lynchburg (PL4371)
[EVENT: Course Reference:Ancient Languages:Latin  ] Senior Latin Class
John S. Caskie (P22691) 2 Richmond (PL4241)
Geo. A. Harper (P31851) 1 2 Dinwiddie (PL4301)
Aaron Jeffery (P29166) 2 Norfolk (PL4200)
[EVENT: Course Reference:Ancient Languages:Greek  ] Junior Greek Class
Samuel Davis (P25288) 1 Lynchburg (PL4371)
Francis R. Rivds (P36272) 1 2 Albemarle (PL5392)
William Sizer (P26027) 1 King William (PL5312)
James D. Thornton (P31389) 1 2 Cumberland (PL4911)
Thomas H. Towner (P37418) 1 Jefferson (PL6089)
Richard W. Walker (P42679) 1 Huntsville, Alabama (PL4317)
[EVENT: Course Reference:Ancient Languages:Greek  ] Senior Greek Class
Richard B. Gooch (P32133) 1 Richmond (PL4241)
Geo. A. Harper (P31851) 1 Dinwiddie (PL4301)
[EVENT: Course Reference:Modern Languages:French  ] Modern Languages Senior French
Charles M. Towles (P34053) 2 Louisiana (PL4231)
[EVENT: Course Reference:Modern Languages:French  ] Junior French

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John L. Burruss (P31276) 2 Louisiana (PL4231)
Robert A. Coghill (P41449) 1 Amherst (PL5635)
Geo. A. Harper (P31851) 1 Dinwiddie (PL4301)
Francis H. Hill (P28693) 1 Madison (PL5471)
Marcellus V. Lanier (P23843) 1 Danville (PL4449)
William Leonard (P30901) 1 2 Louisiana (PL4231)
James E. McDowell (P29987) 1 Rockbridge (PL4376)
Thomas F. Porkins (P38303) 1 Buckingham (PL4762)
John M. Perry (P24657) 2 Albemarle (PL5392)
John S. Smith (P28483) 1 Louisa (PL4790)
James D. Thornton (P31389) 2 Cumberland (PL4911)
Richard W. Walker (P42679) 1 2 Huntsville, Alabama (PL4317)
[EVENT: Course Reference:Modern Languages:Spanish  ] Spanish Language
C. B. Buckner (P33711) 1 Lynchburg (PL4371)
Wm. S. Caldwell (P28389) 1 New Orleans (PL4173)
Robert A. Coghill (P41449) 1 Amherst (PL5635)
Geo. A. Harper (P31851) 1 Dinwiddie (PL4301)
Wm. Leonard (P30901) 1 2 Louisiana (PL4231)
John M. Perry (P24657) 1 Albemarle (PL5392)
John S. Smith (P28483) 1 Louisa (PL4790)
James D. Thornton (P31389) 1 Cumberland (PL4911)
Richard W. Walker (P42679) 1 Huntsville, Ala. (PL4317)
[EVENT: Course Reference:Modern Languages:German  ] German Language
John Lewis Burruss (P31276) 1 louisa (PL4790)
William L. Harris (P28548) 1 Tennessee (PL4592)
[EVENT: Course Reference:Modern Languages:Italian  ] Italian Language
Slaughter S. Bradford (P28748) 1 Culpeper (PL4333)
[EVENT: Course Reference:Mathematics  ] Mathematics Junior Class

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Benjamin J. Barbour (P38272) 1 Orange (PL4264)
Robert A. Coghill (P41449) 1 2 Amherst (PL5635)
John W. Clay (P35247) 1 Huntsville, Ala. (PL4317)
Samuel G. Davis (P25707) 1 Lynchburg (PL4371)
Wm. H. Glascock (P34580) 1 2 Huntsville, Ala. (PL4317)
Geo. A. Harper (P31851) 1 Dinwiddie (PL4301)
John W. Lambeth (P31842) 1 Lynchburg (PL4371)
Nathl. C. Manson (P25293) 1 ditto (PL4371)
Francis. R. Rives (P36272) 1 2 Albemarle (PL5392)
William Sizor (P26027) 1 King William (PL5312)
Jos. A. Shanklin (P31268) 2 S. Carolina (PL4249)
John S. Smith (P28483) 1 Louisa (PL4790)
James D. Thornton (P31389) 1 2 Cumberland (PL4911)
John R. Wilson (P39667) 1 Danville (PL4449)
J. L. Woodville (P27310) 1 Botetourt (PL4654)
Intermediate Class
Robert L. Brown (P40840) 2 Nelson (PL5388)
Robert A. Coghill (P41449) 1 Amherst (PL5635)
William L. Early (P42190) 1 2 Madison (PL5471)
Wm. H. Glascock (P34580) 1 2 Huntsville, Ala. (PL4317)
Hunter H. Marshall (P34598) 1 Charlotte (PL4711)
John S. Minor (P22888) 1 Albemarle (PL5392)
N. C. Manson (P25293) 1 Lynchburg (PL4371)
Thomas H. Watts (P37123) 2 Huntsville, Ala. (PL4317)
[EVENT: Course Reference:Natural Philosophy  ] Natural Philosophy

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Henry Coalter Cabell (P34566) 1 Richmond (PL4241)
John Grattan Cabell (P28338) 1 do (PL4241)
Samuel G. Davis (P25288) 1 Lynchburg (PL4371)
Elisha K. Kane (P26560) 2 Philadelphia (PL4362)
John W. Lambeth (P31842) 1 2 Lynchburg (PL4371)
Nathl. C. Manson (P25293) 1 2 do (PL4371)
Jos A Shanklin (P31268) 2 S. Carolina (PL4249)
Chapman J. Stuart (P24341) 1 Richmond (PL4241)
Thomas Slaughter (P33960) 1 Mississippi (PL4259)
Isaac R. Watkins (P22125) 1 2 Charlotte (PL4711)
[EVENT: Course Reference  ] Geology and Mineralogy One examination only
John B. Baldwin (P43748) Staunton (PL4177)
John L. Burruss (P31276) Louisa (PL4790)
Wm. P. DuVal (P24420) Florida (PL4407)
Wm. L. Early (P42190) Madison (PL5471)
E. K. Kane (P26560) Philadelphia (PL4362)
Thomas H. Watts (P37123) Alabama (PL4236)
Thomas L. Walker (P34022) Albemarle (PL5392)
James A. Waddell (P33462) Staunton (PL4177)
Chemistry
Robert L. Brown (P40840) 2 Nelson (PL5388)
John D. Butler (P39947) 2 Hanover (PL4934)
William S. Caldwell (P28389) 1 New Orleans (PL4173)
Richard H. Gambill (P27517) 1 Harrisonburg (PL4351)
William J. Harris (P24544) 1 Powhatan (PL4528)
William Leonard (P30901) 2 2 Louisiana (PL4231)
Thos. F. Perkins (P38303) 2 Buckingham (PL4762)
Geo. F. Pitts (P27943) 1 Kentucky (PL4268)
Price M. Watson (P36554) 1 Albemarle (PL5392)
Austin H. Wright (P30949) 1 Richmond (PL4241)
[EVENT: Course Reference:Materia Medica  ] Materia Medica
John Grattan Cabell (P28338) 1 Richmond (PL4241)
Benj. F. Eppes (P39630) 1 Sussex (PL4568)
Richard D. Field (P27425) 1 2 ditto (PL4568)
Thomas T. Hogg (P42605) 1 Mason (PL6834)
Robert S. Jackson (P26267) 1 Augusta (PL4289)
Robert M. Jennings (P28715) 2 Cumberland (PL4911)
Samuel O. Scruggs (P33933) 2 Alabama (PL4236)

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[EVENT: Curriculum:Medicine:Anatomy  ] [EVENT: Course Reference:Medicine:Surgery  ] Anatomy and Surgery
Marcus L. Armistead (P27990) 2 Petersburg (PL4227)
John D. Butler (P39947) 2 Hanover (PL4934)
Richard D. Field (P27425) 1 2 Sussex (PL4568)
Richard H. Gambill (P27517) 2 Harrisonburg (PL4351)
Thomas T. Hogg (P42605) 1 Mason (PL6834)
Geo. B. Hughes (P32273) 2 Cumberland (PL4911)
William H. I'Anson (P27351) 2 Petersburg (PL4227)
Robert M. Jennings (P28715) 2 Cumberland (PL4911)
John R. Pettus (P26531) 1 2 Lunenburg (PL6021)
Geo. F. Pitts (P27943) 2 Kentucky (PL4268)
Thomas D. Shelton (P44227) 1 Goochland (PL4579)
Reuben B. Thomas (P44228) 2 Buckingham (PL4762)
Thomas K. Walker (P34022) 2 Albemarle (PL5392)
[EVENT: Course Reference:Medicine  ] Medicine
John D. Butler (P39947) 1 2 Hanover (PL4934)
Benj. F. Eppes (P39630) 1 Sussex (PL4568)
Richard D. Field (P27425) 1 2 do (PL4568)
Thomas T. Hogg (P42605) 1 Mason (PL6834)
Rob. S. Jackson (P26267) 1 2 Augusta (PL4289)
Wm. H. I'Anson (P27351) 1 2 Petersburg (PL4227)
Robert M. Jennings (P28715) 1 Cumberland (PL4911)
John M. Pottus (P44229) 1 2 Lunenburg (PL6021)
Thomas L. Walker (P34022) 1 2 Albemarle (PL5392)
[EVENT: Course Reference:Moral Philosophy  ] Moral Philosophy Senior and Junior in Ethics
Laurence W. Archer (P35381) 2 S. Carolina (PL4249)
John F. Hammond (P26763) 2 do (PL4249)
Thomas B. Jordan (P24670) 2 Georgia (PL4356)
James Morris (P29967) 2 Louisa (PL4790)

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Junior Class
James Morris (P22967) 1 Louisa (PL4790)
Senior Class
Laurence W. Archer (P35381) 1 S. Carolina (PL4249)
[EVENT: Course Reference:Law  ] Law Junior Class
John D. Bracey (P37246) 1 2 Alabama (PL4236)
John Critcher (P41383) jr 1 Westmoreland (PL4467)
Willis J. Dance (P40245) 1 Powhatan (PL4528)
J. Alfred Jones (P37518) 1 2 Mecklenburg (PL7273)
Henry C. Mayer (P28302) 1 Baltimore (PL4215)
Thomas Slaughter (P33960) 2 Mississippi (PL4259)
Wm. W. Townes (P31476) 2 Petersburg (PL4227)
James H. Tuel (P38536) 1 D. Columbia (PL8184)
Alex. Walker (P33315) 2 Fredericksburg (PL4252)

The Committees appointed to conduct the examinations for Graduation and Certificates of proficiency in the various Schools and Classes of the University, made their reports which were read, and on motions severally made and seconded, were confirmed by the Faculty.-

The following are the names of the students who grad- uated and obtained Certificates of proficiency in the Schools and Classes hereafter mentioned -

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[EVENT: Course Reference:Ancient Languages  ] [EVENT: Course Reference:Modern Languages  ] [EVENT: Course Reference:Mathematics  ] [EVENT: Course Reference:Natural Philosophy  ] [EVENT: Course Reference:Chemistry  ] [EVENT: Course Reference:Moral Philosophy  ] It appearing to the Faculty that the following Students, having graduated in the Schools of Ancient Languages, Modern Languages, Mathematics, Natural Philosophy, Chemistry, and Moral Philosophy

On motion made and seconded -

Resolved, that they be admitted to the degree of "Master of Arts" of this University.

[EVENT: Course Reference:Mathematics  ] Professor Bonnycastle (P43623) laid before the Faculty a petition from a portion of his Mathematical Class, praying, that, Mr. William L. Harris (P28548) whose proficiency as exhibited at the examination for graduation in Mathematics, was not sufficient to attain a degree- might, nevertheless for reasons thereingstated, be admitted to the degree of Grsduate in that School - whereupon

Mr. Bonnycastle (P43623) offered the following resolution which was seconded and passed -

The Faculty refer the enclosed petition to the Visitors - they remark, that whilst the report of the Committee manifests that Mr. Harris (P28548) did not exhibit the proficiency required to obtain a degree, they yet believe that the very unusual circumstances of Mr. Harris' case, ponders it one where an irregular grant of diploma might be made without inconvenience.

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Mr. Bonnycastle (P43623) submitted the following resolution which was seconded and passed.

Resolved, that it be a rule hereafter, that no certificate of proficiency shall be given by an individual Professor, but that the Chairman is authorised to direct on extract from the books with regard to any student who requests such evidence

Professor Cabell (P39304) Chairman of the Committee on the English Examination made a report - which was on motion made and seconded, approved and confirmed.-

[EVENT: Student Misconduct  ] [EVENT: Student Status:Dismissal Action:granted 1839-07-03] The Chairman informed the Faculty, that Mr. Peter W. Hairston (P41505) had left the University without leave -

Whereupon - On motion made and seconded.

Resolved, that Mr. Hairston (P41505) be dismissed from the University.-

[EVENT: Library:Books  1839-07-03] Mr. Bonnycastle (P43623) from the Committee appointed to select miscell- aneous books for the Library, made a report which, on motion made and seconded was approved and confirmed.-

Gessner Harrison. (P25515) Ch: Fac:

The Faculty met July 4th 1839

Present all the members except Mr. Tucker. (P43619)

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The Faculty met July 5th 1839

Present all the members except Dr. Blaettermann (P43621) and Mr. Tucker (P43619)

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Cheating  ] Professor Bonnycastle (P43623) stated to the Faculty that he had satisfactory evidence, that Messrs. Thomas Y. Henry (P35089) and David S. Read (P28857) had attained the first division in Mathematics by unfair means -

On motion made and seconded - Resolved that these gentleman be placed in the 4th division.-

Mr. Davis (P33195) offered the following resolution which was seconded and passed.

Resolved, that Mr. Elisha Kane (P26560) be allowed to occupy next Session the room in the old Library, which he was allowed to occupy the last, for the same reasons which induced the former permission.

Mr. Davis (P33195) submitted the following resolution which was seconded and passed

The Faculty deeming it proper that the licinses granted to the out-boarding houses, should be granted for one Session only, renewable at the pleasure of the Faculty; Therefore, resolved that the licenses heretofore granted to such out-boarding houses be revoked - and that the keepers thereof, if they desire the renewal of their licenses, must make application therefor to the Faculty.-

The Faculty being satisfied, from the conduct of the following students during the past Session, that it will be injurious to the institution to readmit them - on motion made and seconded -

Resolved, that permission to re-enter the University, next Session, be refused should any of them apply therefor -

The Faculty adjourned =

J. A. G. Davis, (P33195) Chairmn &c

The Chairman called a Meeting of the Faculty on September 2nd 1839 - The following members attended - The Chairman and Professors Griffith Harrison (P25515) and Cabell (P39304) - there being no quorum they adjourned

J. A. G. Davis, (P33195) Chairmn &c

A meeting of the Faculty was called September 3rd 1839

Present The Chairman - Dr. Griffith (P43661) and Dr. Cabell. (P39304) A quorum not being formed they adjourned

J. A. G. Davis, (P33195) Chairmn &c

The Faculty met September 7th 1839

Present the Chairman and Professors Rogers (P43658) - Cabell (P39304)- Bonnycastle (P43623) - Emmet (P43625) & Harrison. (P25515)-

[EVENT: Library:Access/use policies  1839-09-07] The Librarian made application through the Chairman to change the day for taking out and returning books to the Library by students, from saturday to monday.

On motion made and seconded - Resolved that the application be granted.-

[EVENT: University Administration:Banking  1839-09-07] The Chairman laid before the Faculty the Bank reports for June, July and August which have been received since the last meeting of the FACULTY -

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[EVENT: Boarding Action:granted 1839-09-07] George W. Carr (P26997) made application through the Chairman for per- mission to board with his relation Miss Lucy Terrell (P43999) -

On motion made and seconded, resolved that his application be granted.-

[EVENT: Student Status:Readmission Action:granted 1839-09-07] Mr. William D. Chisholm (P39586) who dismissed last Session for leaving the University without permission, made application through the Chairman for re-admission.-

Mr. Bonnycastle (P43623) offered the following resolution which was sec- onded and passed -

Resolved, that Mr. Chisholm (P39586) be permitted to Matriculate on giving a Special Pledge, that he will not hereafter leave the University without permission.-

[EVENT: Boarding Action:postponed 1839-09-07] Mr. Charles Irving (P25739) of Buckingham (PL4762) who will be 16 on the 5th of March next, made application through the Chairman for permission to matriculate - He will occupy a dormitory with his first cousin who is over 21 years old -

On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that Mr. Irving's (P25739) application be referred to the board of Visitors, the Faculty having no power to grant it.-

[EVENT: Boarding Action:postponed 1839-09-07] Mr. Marcellus McKennie (P35688) who will be 16 on the 4th of March made application through the Chairman for permission to matriculate -

He will board with his father who resides near the University -

On motion made & seconded - Resolved, that Mr. McKennie's (P35688) applica- tion be referred to the Board of Visitors - the Faculty having no power to grant it -

[EVENT: Student Status:Admission Action:granted 1839-09-07] Mr. John A. Talley (P32182) who was at Rundolph Macon College (PL8386) in 1832 and who came without a Certificate from said College made appli- cation through the Chairman for permission to matriculate - He is now over the age of 23 - On motion made and seconded - resolved that his application be granted.-

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Mr. Henry C. Lay (P25610) who will be 16 in December made application through the Chairman for permission to attend lectures, till he shall attain the age of 16 - On motion made and seconded - resolved that his application be granted on his pledging himself to observe the laws in the meantime and to matriculate in December.-

[EVENT: Boarding Action:granted 1839-09-07] Mr. Richard B. Gooch (P32133) made application through the Chairman for permission to board with Miss Terrell (P43999) who is the particular friend of his father and mother - On motion made & seconded resolved, that his application be granted.-

Messrs. Joseph D. Shields (P27155), F. E. Morancy (P27216), Thomas Towles (P24008) and John J. Barbour (P31480) who have attained the requisite age for boarding out of the University, made application through the Chairman for permission to occupy Dr. Blaettermann's (P43621) rooms and to board some at Mr. Conway's (P43888) others at Mrs. Jones' (P44167)-

On motion made and seconded - resolved that their application be granted on their giving the usual special pledges.-

[EVENT: Student Status:Readmission Action:granted 1839-09-07] Mr. William E. Hopkins (P39116) a student of last Session to whom the Faculty by its resolution of July 5th determined to refuse admis- sion during the present Session; made application through the Chairman for permission to matriculate - Mr. Hopkins having made explanations to the Chairman in regard to his conduct and want of proficiency last Session - On motion made and seconded - Resolved that he be permitted to re enter the University.-

[EVENT: Student Status:Withdrawal from University Action:granted 1839-09-07] Mr. Andrew R. Moom (P44233) with his mother's consent, made application

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for permission to withdraw from the University - On motion made and seconded- resolved, that his application be granted.-

[EVENT: Student Status:Admission Action:granted 1839-09-07] Mr. Bell (P28600) made application through the Chairman for per- mission to matriculate - He was a student of Wm & Mary () - went to Norfolk (PL4200) without leave, and was advised to withdraw to avoid the Action of the Faculty - went to Texas where he has practised law -

On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that Mr. Bell (P28600) be allowed to matriculate on condition that within a reasonable time he pro- duce a Certificate or other satisfactory testimonials of good character.-

[EVENT: Boarding Action:postponed 1839-09-07] Mr. David Sutton (P33599) made application thro' the Chairman for per- mission to board out of the University on account of ill health- he is under the age made requisite by the enactments to entitle him to this privelege, but his father Dr. Sutton (P33599) is very desirous that it should be extended to him - On motion made and seconded -

Resolved, that his application be referred to the favorable consid- eration of the board of Visitors.-

[EVENT: Boarding Action:granted 1839-09-07] Mr. Lewis (P30661) made application through the Chairman for permission to occupy a room in Hotel C. He will board with Col. Woodley (P44018) and teach his children.-

[EVENT: Boarding Action:granted 1839-09-07] Mr. John R. Bowdoin (P42749) made application thro' the Chairman for permission to occupy the same rooms - He is a relation of Mr. Tucker (P43619) and will board with Professor Tucker (P43619) -

A motion was made seconded and passed that the room be granted to Mr. Turner. (P25903)

[EVENT: University Administration:Personnel Decision  1839-09-07] The application of Mr. Christian Grimme (P44234) for a licinse to teach Fencing, Gymnastics &c to the students of the University was taken up and his testimonials considered - thereupon a motion was made seconded and passed, that his application be granted on condition

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that his terms be satisfactory be the faculty.-

[EVENT: Boarding Action:granted 1839-09-07] Miss Lucy Terrell (P43999) made application through the Chairman for a license to keep an out boarding house for the students of the Uni- versity - A motion was made seconded and passed that her application be granted.-

[EVENT: Boarding Action:granted 1839-09-07] Mrs. Maria Jones (P44167) made application thro; the Chairman for a renewal of her license to keep an out boarding house for the Students of the University - Whereupon

Dr. Harrison (P25515) offered the following resolution which was seconded and passed

Resolved that the Faculty in view of the disorders of Mrs. Jones' (P44167) boarding house the last Session cannot grant her applica- tion for the renew al of her license, but on the condition that she shall give such special written pledges of future good order at her house as shall be approved by the Faculty -

Mr. Bonnycastle (P43623) voted in the negative because such pledges have been taken in other cases and not observed.-

[EVENT: Student Status:Admission Action:granted 1839-09-07] Mr. James F. Jones (P38847) who was expelled from William and Mary (CB0008)for posting a follow student as a Coward, made application thro' the Chairman for permission to matriculate -

Dr. Cabell (P39304) offered the following resolution which was seconded and passed -

It appearing from the written statement of Mr. Dew (P44235) Presi- dent of William and Mary (CB0008) that Mr. James F. Jones (P38847) was expelled from that College for an offence not punishable by expulsion in this institution -

Resolved that he be allowed to matriculate on giving special and satisfactory assurances to the Chairman -

[EVENT: BoV Meeting  ] Professor Rogers (P43658) offered the following resolution which was

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seconded and passed -

The Board of Visitors at their late meeting having recommen- ded to the Faculty the adoption of some further means of promoting the Cultivation of composition among the Students - Resolved that a committee be appointed to take the subject into consideration and report upon the same.- Whereupon Messrs. Rogers (P43658), Cabell (P39304) and Emmet (P43625) were appointed to constitute the Committee

[EVENT: BoV Meeting  ] [EVENT: Library:Books  ] The Chairman appointed Dr. Harrison (P25515), Mr. Bonnycastle (P43623) and Dr. Blaettermann (P43621) a committee, under aresolution of the Board of Visitors, to examine the books given to the Library by the late Christian Bohn.-

J. A. G. Davis, (P33195) Chairmn &c

The Faculty met September 10th 1839

Present the Chairman (P33195) and Professors Rogers (P43658), Harrison (P25515), Bonnycastle (P43623) and Emmet (P43625) -

[EVENT: Boarding Action:granted 1839-09-10] Mr. Charles A. Rose (P26180) made application through the Chairman for permission to board with his particular friend Miss Terrell (P43999) -

On motion made and seconded, resolved that his application be granted.-

[EVENT: Boarding Action:denied 1839-09-10] Mr. William M. Ragland (P32763) made application thro' the Chairman for permission to board with Miss Terrell (P43999) on the ground of parti- cular friendship-and that he boarded there on a former occasion -

On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that his application be refused.-

[EVENT: Student Status:Dropping a Class Action:postponed 1839-09-10] [EVENT: Course Reference:Moral Philosophy  ] Mr. Jaq. P. Taliaferro (P23353) made application through the Chairman for permission to leave the School of Moral Philosophy with the view to devote himself exclusively to law - The Professor being absent the Faculty declined acting in this case-

Present Professor Blaettermann (P43621)

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[EVENT: Boarding  ] The Chairman stated to the Faculty, that he had suggested to Mrs. Jones (P44167) the following conditions upon which he supposed, the Faculty would be willing to renew her licinse for keeping an out Boarding house - and that Mrs. Jones (P44167) had informed the Proctor, that she was willing to sign a pledge to comply with the said conditions.-

1st To prevent all gaming and drinking by the boarders in their rooms, or on the premises.-

Second - To take no student as a boarder, until he shall have ontained leave to board out of the University -

Third - To entertain or allow to remain in the house no dismissed student, nor any suspended student during the time of his suspen- sion.-

Fourth - To Prevent disturbances of, or rudeness towards persons passing along the road by any boarder; and as far as practicable to discourage frequent collections of the boarders in the road or street about the premises.-

Fifth - Toreport promptly to the Chairman any violation of these regulations by any boarder.

Lastly - To observe all laws enacted by the visitors realting to private boarding houses.-

On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that Mrs. Jones (P44167) be licinsed to keep an out boarding house, on signing the foregoing conditions.-

A motion was made seconded an passed that these conditions except the fourth be prescribed to the keepers of all the out boarding houses.

The Faculty adjourned

J. A. G. Davis, (P33195) Chairmn &c

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A meeting of the Faculty was called on September 14th 1839

Present the Chairman and Professors Harrison, (P25515) Rogers (P43658) and Cabell (P39304) - there being no quorum, they adjourned till tuesday the 17th instant at 3 oClock P.M.

J. A. G. Davis, (P33195) Chairmn &c

The Faculty met pursuant to adjournment September 17th 1839

Present the Chairman and Professors - Rogers (P43658) and Cabell (P39304) - there being no quorum they adjourned - subsequently Professor Cabell (P39304) proposed to request one of the absent members to attend - Professors Bonnycastle, (P43623) Griffith (P43661) and Blaettermann (P43621) then a appeared and joined the meeting.

[EVENT: Boarding Action:granted 1839-09-17] Messrs. James T. Gee (P24263) and Joel W. Jones (P29179) made application through the Chairman for permission to board with Isaac White Esq. (P44035) - Mr.Gee (P24263) has not matriculated; Mr. Jones (P29179) has matriculated and taken board with Mr. Conway. (P43888) - Mr. Conway (P43888) has given his consent that Mr. Jones (P29179) may leave his Hotel - neither has attainedtthe age required, to entitle him to the privelege - Mr. Jones (P29179) besides the particular friendship subsisting between Mr. white (P44035) and himself grouns his application on ill health -

Mr. Gee (P24263) was requested to appear before the Faculty - he will be 19 on the 18th of March - Mr. White (P44035) is his particular friend and is related to Mr. Jones (P29179) - both visited Mr. White (P44035) during the last Session regularly - Mr. Gee (P24263) expected to board with Col. Woodley, (P44018) but was disappointed - his health is not good, and during vacation was advised by his physician not to return to College -

On motion made and Seconded - Resolved that the application of Messrs. Gee (P24263) and Jones (P29179) be granted, on condition that the price of board &c be approved by the Chairman.-

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[EVENT: Student Status:Dropping a Class Action:granted 1839-09-17] Mr. B. D. Howard (P35989) made application through the Chairman for permission to leave Mathematics and take Natural Philosophy - On motion made and seconded resolved, that his application be granted.-

[EVENT: Student Status:Dropping a Class Action:granted 1839-09-17] Mr. Benjamin F. White (P40598) applied thro' the Chairman for permission to leave Chemistry and take Mathematics - On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that his application be granted.-

The Chairman laid before the Faculty Mr. Christian Grimme's (P44234) rates for Fencing, and use of the Gymnasium (PL8500) - On motion made and seconded - Resolved that the said rates be approved-

Mr. Lewis Kaupe (P44236) made application through the Chairman for licinse to teach dancing &c to the students of the University - on motion made and seconded - resolved that his application be laid upon the table.-

[EVENT: Boarding Action:granted 1839-09-17] Mr. John A. Washington (P24225) who is over the requisite age for boarding out of the University, made application for permission to board with Charles Meriweather Esq. (P44237) - On motion made and Seconded - Resolved. that his application be granted.-

[EVENT: Boarding Action:granted 1839-09-17] Mr. Benjaman F. Poters (P44238) made application thro' the Chairman for permission to occupy a room at Mr. Bigelow's (P44106) and board with Mrs. Jones (P44167) - On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that his applica- tion be granted on his giving the usual special pledges.-

[EVENT: Student Status:Readmission Action:denied 1839-09-17] Mr. John H. McAfee (P22105) who was dismissed last Session for being engaged in the riot of November 12th made application thro' the Chairman for readmission - On motion made and Seconded - Resolved 1/3 that his application be refused.-

The Faculty adjourned

J. A. G. Davis, (P33195) Chairmn &c.

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The Faculty met September 26th 1839

Present the Chairman and Professors Rogers, (P43658) Blae- ttermann, (P43621) Emmet, (P43625) cabell (P39304) & Harrison (P25515)

[EVENT: Student Status:Readmission Action:granted 1839-09-26] Mr. Francis H. Kennedy (P39957) who was dismissed last Session for being concerned in the riot of the 12th November, made application thro' the Chairman for readmission into the University - He returned to the University to study and offers to give any special pledges which may be required of him; On motion made and seconded, Resolved that Mr. Kennedy's (P39957) application be granted on his giving the usual special pledges.-

[EVENT: Student Status:Readmission Action:granted 1839-09-26] Mr. John H. McAfee (P22105) whose application for readmission was erfused at the last meeting, renewed the same through the Chair- man,- Whereupon motion made and seconded - Resolved that Mr. McAfee (P22105) be readmitted into the University of his giving to the to the C Chairman the usual special pledges.-

[EVENT: Boarding Action:denied 1839-09-26] Mr. Edward B. Davis (P29328) who was permitted to board out of the University last session on the plea of ill health, made application thro' the Chairman for permission to board at Capt. Perrow's (P44168) on the same ground - On motion made and seconded - Resolved that his application be not granted.-

[EVENT: Student Status:Dropping a Class Action:granted 1839-09-26] Mr. Thomas B. Jordan (P24670) made application thro' the Chairman for permission to quit the School of Civil Engineering and take some other - On motion made and seconded - Resolved that his applica- tion be granted.-

[EVENT: Course Reference:Natural Philosophy  ] [EVENT: Student Status:Dropping a Class Action:granted 1839-09-26] Mr. Edwin Gibbs (P28328) made application thro' the Chairman for per- mission to quit the School of Ancient Languages and take Natural Philosophy - On motion made and seconded - Resolved that his applica- tion he granted.-

[EVENT: University Administration:Personnel Decision  ] Mr. Enoch C. Breeden (P44239) made application thro' the Chairman for

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a licinse to teach Dancing, &c to the students of the University-

On motion made and seconded Resolved, that Mr. Breeden (P44239) be per- mitted to give lessons in Dancing &c to the Students, at some private house out of the precincts approved by the Chairman, and under such restrictions as to time and price and under such reg- ulations as the Chairman may prescribe.-

Mr. Louis Kaupi's (P44115) application for a licinse to teach Dancing &c to the Students of the University was on motion made seconded and passed, taken up and considered -

Whereupon, on motion made and seconded -

Resolved, that Mr. Kaupi (P44115) be permitted to give lessons in Dancing to the students, under the same restrictions prescribed in Mr. Breeden's (P44239) Case - and on condition that he give to the Chairman satusfactory testimonials as to his qualifications &c -

[EVENT: Official University Celebrations and Events Action:denied 1839-09-26] Mr. Enoch C. Breeden (P44239) made application through the Chairman for permission to occuping for dancing the large room in the basement story of the Old Library -

On motion made and seconded that his application be not granted -

Mr. A. J. Stringfellow (P31716) made application thro' Chairman for permission to visit Georgetown D. C. (PL4300) on occasion of the college Commencement which is soon to take place -

On motion made and seconded - Resolved that Mr. String- fellow's (P31716) application be not granted -

The Faculty then Adjourned

J. A. G. Davis, (P33195) Chairmn &c

At a meeting of the Faculty September 30th 1839

Present the Chairman and Professors Bonnycastle, (P43623)

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Blaettermann, (P43621) Harrison, (P25515) Cabell, (P39304) Emmet (P43625) & Rogers (P43658).-

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Physical Assault  ] The Chairman laid before the Faculty a written communication from Clo. Ward (P43873), complaining of the violent conduct of Mr. John S. Moon (P37487) in throwing a knife at the servant while at table in the dinning room.-

A motion was made seconded and passed, that Mr. Moon (P37487) be sent for - He appeared and stated that he could not obtain the atten- dance of the servant- that he had several times before neglected him - He said he would not have considered it proper to have acted considerately - His reason for throwing the knife at the servant was, that he had spoken to him frequently and was only answered by laughing.- the knife was thrown at his legs - He reckons his intention was to strike him.- He did not know it would do any good to complain to Col. Ward (P43873) - He had complained to the servant fre- quently without effect.-

Col. Ward (P43873) was requested to appear before the Faculty - He said that in his note he had made the mildest statement, that the case woud admit of - He had just stepped into the kitchen, and returned immediately- Mr. Moon's (P37487) behavior had not been as good as he could wish the boarders are generally very orderly.- The servant is active and attentive - He has four male servants, besides a boy and girl in attendance on table.- Mrs. Ward (PP43909) was at the end of one table, and Mr. Moon (P37487) not for from her at another.- She was much alarmed - the knife was thrown across the table - Mrs. Ward (PP43909) sits at the end one of one table, and Col. W. (P44338) Walks round to superintend the servants and make them perform their duty - The servant is not insolent - thinks it was Mr. Moon's (P37487) desire to have his exclu- sive attendance.-

Dr. Harrison submitted the following resolution which was seconded and passed

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[EVENT: Student Status:Suspension  1839-09-30] It appearing to the Faculty that Mr. John S. Moon (P37487) was guilty of a serious breach of the laws and of good order at his hotel, by throwing a knife at servant in attendance on the table.

Resolved, that he be suspended for a month and required to spend the time of suspension at his father's-

[EVENT: Exception:Denied  1839-09-30] Mr. Blair (P28490) made application through the Chairman for leave of absince three weeks to visit home. Has not the consent of his mother, and offers no good reason why the application should be granted.-

On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that his application be not granted.-

The Chairman laid before the Faculty a communication from Mr. Enoch C. Breeden (P44239) in relatation to the price charged by him for Dancing, Waltzing &c and asking the Faculty not to reduce the price lower than therein stated -

On motion made and seconded -

[EVENT: University Administration:Personnel Decision  ] Resolved, that Mr. Breedin's (P44239) price for Dancing as stated in his communication be approved by the Faculty, on condition that his Session be 8 instead 6 of weeks-

The Chairman laid before the Faculty, the Proctor's monthly report -

The Faculty adjourned

J. A. G. Davis, (P33195) Chairmn &c.

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The Faculty met 'October 16th, 1839

Present the Chairman and Professors Harrison, (P25515) Cabell, (P39304) Tucker, (P43619) Bonnycastle (P43623) and Blaettermann (P43621) -

[EVENT: University Administration:Banking  1839-10-16] The Chairman laid before the Faculty, the bank report for September.-

The Chairman informed the Faculty on the report of the Proctor, that Messrs. Samuel Oldham, (P41838) F. E. Morancy, (P27216) Jules G. Olivier (P38282) and Thomas H. Watts (P37123) dined at a tavorn in Charlottesville on the inst.

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Drinking  ] The Chairman stated to the Faculty that Professor Harrison (P25515) informed him, that on the instant he found Messrs. Thomas C. Williamson (P28039) and Benjamin M. Rice (P25453) Rice drinking at the bar of Terrell and Hill's tavern - The Chairman upon sending for these gentleman and investigating the case, found that it was not Mr. Williamson (P28039) who was seen by Professor Harrison, (P25515) but James Blackmon (P43285) - but Mr. Williamson (P28039) dined at the tavern.- the Chairman has reason to beleive that Mr. Blackmon (P43258) has been in the habit of keeping liquor in his room.-

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Uniform Violation  ] The Chairman informed the Faculty that on another occasion recently Mr. Benjamin J. Barbour (P38272) dined at a 'tavern.- that Mr. William H. I'Anson (P27351) about a week age was seen by Professor Harri- son (P25515) at Fitch's tavern without uniform - He informed the Chairman that he was there by accident, and then determinde to visit Miss Lyons (P44240). Mr. C. M. Towles (P34053) was saturday last in Charlottesville, without Uniform as to coat and vest - Mr. Early (P42190) was out of Uniform as to coat.- Mr. Samuel G. Davis (P25288) was out of Uniform in Charlottes- ville as to coat - and Mr. Thomas B. Jordan (P24670) as to pants and vost- Mr. Jules G. Olivier (P38282) was at the same time and place out of Uniform as to pants.

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A motion was made seconded and passed, that the foregoing gentlemen be sent for

Mr. James Blackmon (P43285) appeared, and confessed, that he drank wine at the tavern.- the following questions were then propounded to him. 1. How many glasses did you drink? 2. Did you purchase the liquor? 3. Was it your first visit to the tavern? 4. Have you been in the habit of keeping liquor in your room? those questions Mr. Blackmon (P43285) refused to answer.-

Mr. Benjamin H. Rice (P25453) appeared, and said that he was invited in the tavern by a friend, and took a glass, only one of wine it was his first visit to the taver, except once to see his brother.

The Chairman stated to the Faculty that Mr. Blackmon (P43285) in purchasing liquor must have violated the anti-credit law - in as much as he has been since his matriculation entirely without funds.

[EVENT: Student Status:Dismissal Action:granted 1839-10-16] Professor Cabell (P39304) offered the following resolutions which were seconded and passed,

It appearing to the satisfaction of the Faculty that Mr. James Blackmon (P43285) visited a public tavern on saturday even- ing last and drank at the bar thereof, and in so doing violated the Anti-Credit law, and there being further reason to beleive that he had before visited taverns and kept ardent spirits in his dormitory -

Resolved, that he be dismissed from the University, and interdicted from the precincts.

[EVENT: Student Status:Suspension Action:granted 1839-10-16] It appearing to the satisfaction of the Faculty, that Mr. Benjamin R. Rice (P25453) visited a public tavern on saturday evening last, and drank at the bar thereof.

Resolved, that he be suspended for two weeks, and that he be required to spend the time at Mr. Bowcock's tavern (PL8596).-

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Mr. C. M. Towles (P34053) appeared and said that he had no Uniform- Ordered his Uniform soon after he matriculated, it has not been made yet-

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Uniform Violation  ] Mr. William L. Early (P42190) appeared and said that he wore a summer coat, which he thought it was lawful for him to do - it was altogether a mistake, and he has no intention of violating the law.

Mr. Samuel Oldham (P41838) appeared and said - that he did dine at the tavern - was in town - had been sick and was too weak to return conveniently to his boarding house to dine - paid for his dinner.

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Uniform Violation  1839-10-16] Mr. Thomas B. Jordan (P24670) appeared and said that he had no other Uniform - thought that his pants were Uniform - were them to Charlottesville (PL4204) a dozen times last session - Has reed no money from home this session, and has therefor been unable to buy a vest.

Mr. Samuel G. Davis (P25288) appeared and said that he thought it was a good excuse, that he informed the proctor beforehand, that he intended to visit Charlottesville (PL4204) without a Uniform Coat - His Uniform was in town - has got cloth for a new Uniform.- Did not know that the Chairman would not give leave to visit Charlottesville (PL4204) on public occasion, without Uniform.

Mr. Oliver (P38282) appeared and said that he could offer no excuse, except that it was his first offence - his pants were black his Uniform pants were at the tailor's - in getting dinner at the tavern, he did not think of its being a violation of law paid for his dinner.-

Mr. Benjamin J. Barbour (P38272) appeared, and said that on monday week he dined at the tavern.- He reed a letter from his father directing him to go to Charlottesville (PL4204) on business - He could not see the gentleman with whom the business was to be transacted early, and was detained till evening, in the meantime he eat his dinner at the tavern.-

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A motion was made seconded and passed, that Messrs. Samuel Oldham, (P41838) Jules G. Olivier, (P38282) Thomas H. Watts, (PP37123) Francis E. Morancy, (P27216) Thomas C. Williamson, (P28039) Thomas B. Jordan, (P24670) Samuel G. Davis, (P25288) Charles M. Towles (P34053) & William H. I'Anson (P27351) be reprimanded by the Chairman and their parents and guardians be written to.-

On motion made and seconded.-

Resolved, that Mr. Benjamin J. Barbour (P38272) be repri- mended by the Chairman.

On motion made and seconded.-

Resolved, that Mr. William L. Early (P42190) be admon- ished by the Chairman.-

[EVENT: Student Status:Dropping a Class Action:granted 1839-10-16] Mr. John R. Wilson (P39667) made application through the chairman for permission to leave the School of Mathematics and take some other School.

On motion made and seconded - Resolved that his application be granted.

[EVENT: Exception:Granted  1839-10-16] Messrs. Joe. Michaux, (P31990) John D. Bracy, (P37246) and S. D. Barron (P26905) who are over the age of 23 and reside out of the precincts, made application thro' the Chairman to be exempt from the rules and regulations made for the government of Students-

On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that their applica- tion be granted.

[EVENT: Course Reference:Ancient Languages Exception:granted 1839-10-16] Mr. Peter H. Heiskell (P35863) who failed to give his name to the Professor in due time, applied thro' the Chairman for permission to become a candidate for graduation in Ancient Languages.

On motion made and seconded. Resolved, that Mr. Heiskell's (P35863) application be granted.

The Chairman appointed Professors Tucker, (P43619) Blaettermann (P43621) and Bonnycastle (P43623) a committee to arrange the hours for extra lectures.

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On motion made and seconded - Resolved that a Committee be appointed to draft a circular letter acknowledging the receipt of Books presented to the Library. Profs. Bonnycastle (P43623) & Cabell (P39304) were appointed the Committee-

The Faculty adjourned.

J. A. G. Davis, (P33195) Chairman of the Faculty

The Faculty met October 26th 1839

Present the Chairman and Professors Emmet, (P43625) Tucker, (P43619) Blaettermann, (43621) Harrison (P25515) and Bonnycastle. (P43623)

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Drinking  1839-10-26] The Chairman (P33195) mentioned, that yesterday afternoon about 4 OClock being informed that there was a drinking party at Mr. C. M. Towles' (P34053) room, he visited it, and found Mr. Phinizy (P27603) just recovering from the stupor of intoxication, Mr. Blackmon (P43285) who was under the influence of liquor, and Mr. C. M. Towles (P34053) who altho' not intoxicated had apparently been drinking, the room had all the appearances of having been the scene of a drinking party.

Mr. Phinizy (P27603) having been summoned, appeared before the Faculty, and stated, that yesterday morning meeting Mr. Blackmon (P43285) at the Post Office, he was asked by him to go into Mr. Towles (P34053) Room, and when, there, and when there, upon his invitation drank one, and afterwards another glass of whiskey which was taken unmixed in a mug from a bottle. The Whiskey he supposes was bought by Mr. Blackmon (P43285) - He was a member of the same School with Mr. Blackmon (P43285) in Georgia. He was going away. This was the first time he had drunk a glass since he entered the University, and he is not in the habit of drinking any where.-

Mr. Towles (P34053) having been summoned appeared before the Faculty and admitted, that he had had some liquor in his room which was brought there by a friend, and several drank there during the day - Mr.

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Blackmon (P43285) who brought the liquor was a particular friend. with whom he had been intimate since the vacation. He stated that he did not know how much had been drunk, but thinks more than a pint, that the drinking began sometime in the morning, and that he made no objection to the introduction of the liquor in his room, and that he partook of it himself - that he was at his room the chief part of the day - He did not give the invitations to persons to come to his room to drink, except in one case the day before and when he was not certain that there would be any drinking at his room.-

[EVENT: Student Status:Dismissal  1839-10-26] Mr. Bonnycastle (P43623) offered the following resolution which was a seconded and passed -

It appearing to the satisfaction of the Faculty that a dr drinking party was held at an early period of the day on the 25 October at the room of Mr. C. M. Towles, (P34053) that raw spirit was drunk there to an extent which produced intoxication and moreover that Mr. Towles (P34053) gave his consent to this meeting and participated therein.- Therefore Resolved, that he be dismissed from the University, and interdicted from the precincts

[EVENT: Student Status:Suspension  1839-10-26] Mr. Tucker (P43619) offered the following resolution which was seconded and passed -.

It appearing to the satisfaction of the Faculty, that Mr. John Phinizy (P27603) was one of a drinking party in the University on the 25th instant at which he drank to intoxication but it further appearing that this was the first instance of his violating the enactments against drinking - in consideration of this, and other extenuating circumstances -

Resolved, that Mr. Phinizy (P27603) be suspended for one month and that he be required to pass the time of his suspension at Bowcock's tavern.-

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[EVENT: Student Status:Dismissal  1839-10-26] The Chairman informed the Faculty, that Mr. Blair (P28490) to whom the Faculty refused to give leave of absence to visit home, left the University, Whereupon the following resolution was proposed, sec- onded, and passed.

Mr. L. W. R. Blair (P28490) having left the University and gone home notwithstanding the refusal of the Faculty to allow him leave to do so.

Resolved, that he be dismissed from the University.

The Faculty adjourned

J. A. G. Davis, (P33195) Chairman of the Faculty.

The Faculty met November 2nd 1839

Present the Chairman and Professors Harrison, (P25515) Emmet, (P43625) Rogers, (P43658) Blaettermann, (P43621) Bonnycastle, (P43623) and Cabell. (P39304)

[EVENT: Course Reference:Ancient Languages  ] Professor Harrison (P25515) laid before the Faculty his monthly report of the standing of Candidates for graduation in Ancient Languages.

[EVENT: Library  1839-11-02] The Chairman laid before the Faculty the Librarian's Bi-monthly report.

[EVENT: Student Status:Withdrawal from University  ] Mr. John F. Hammond (P26763) madea application through the Chairman for permission to withdraw from the University on account of ill health. Dr. Cabell (P39304) stated that his health was bad, and that he regarded his application as reasonable. On motion made and seconded.

Resolved, that Mr. Hammond's (P26763) application be granted.

[EVENT: Student Status:Dropping a Class Action:granted 1839-11-02] [EVENT: Course Reference:Modern Languages  ] Mr. W. H. Armistead (P41021) made application through the Chairman for permission to leave the School of Modern Languages. He will still attend three other Schools. On motion made and seconded.

Resolved, that his application be granted.

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Messrs. Lewis W. Cabell (P32069) and James E. Ruffin (P40953) who are above the age of 23 and who reside of the precincts made application through the Chairman to be exempt on these grounds from the rules and regula- tions for the government of students - On motion made and seconded

Resolved, that their application be granted.

The Faculty adjourned

J. A. G. Davis, (P33195) Chairman &c

The Faculty met November 7th 1839

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Uniform Violation  1839-11-07] The Chairman stated that Mr. William P. DuVal (P24420) was out of Uniform as to coat in Charlottesville (PL4204) on saturday last - Mr. DuVal (P24420) having been sent for, appeared before the Faculty and stated, that the coat he wore on the occasion referred to, was purchased as an Over Coat, and he was under the impression, that he was at liberty to wear such a garment as well without as with the Uniform Coat.

On motion made and seconded - Resolved that Mr. DuVal (P24420) be reprimanded by the Chairman.

[EVENT: Course Reference:Chemistry  1839-11-07] Mr. J. A. Shanklin (P31268) made application through the Chairman for permission to become a candidate for graduation in Chemistry -

On motion made and seconded.

Resolved that his application be granted.

Mr. Thomas T. Tredway (P28724) made application thro' the Chairman for

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leave of absence five days. On motion made and seconded, resolved, that his application be granted.-

Mr. Rogers (P43658) from the Committee appointed to devise some further means of promoting the Cultivation on composition among the students made the following report -

"The committee appointed to devise some means for the "securing the frequent and regular exercise ofthe students in the "art of Composition, as suggested in a resolution of the board of "Visitors of July last,- beg leave to report the following plan "as the one most likely in their opinion to obtain the object "desired.

"They propose -

"First - that it be made the duty of the Chairman, early in October "of each Session, to apportion equally among the several Professosr, "all the Students of the Institution, excepting those members of "the Law Class who are actively engaged in the duties of the Moot "Court- giving each Professor the superintendence of the division "assigned him, so far as the exercises in composition are concerned "to the end of the Session, and that in making this apportionment, "the Chairman where practicable be guided by the wishes of the "Professors.

"2. That the members of each division, shall be required to "furnish monthly compositions to the superintending Professor "comprising not less than two pages.

"3. That the Professor after examining these compositions shall "class them according to their merit - and report to the Faculty "at the next monthly meeting, the names of those who have distin- "guished themselves by the accuracy and excellence of their per- "formance, together with the names of those who have failed to

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"present any composition or who have gross negligence in "executing their work"

A motion was made by Prof: Cabell (P39304) which seconded and passed that the report be laid of the table.

The Faculty adjourned.

J. A. G. Davis, (P33195) Chairman &c

The Faculty met November 29th 1839

Present all the members

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Uniform Violation  1839-11-29] The Chairman reported Messrs. Williamson, (P28039) Armistead (P41021) and Geo. W. Carr (P26997) for violation of the Law relating to Uniform. On motion made and seconded - resolved that these gentleman be sent for -

The following resolutions were proposed, seconded and passed.

Resolved, that Messrs. Geo. W. Carr, (P26997) and Armistead (P41021) be repri- manded by the Chairman and their parents written to.

Mr. Thomas C. Williamson (P28039) having received notice to attend the Meeting of the Faculty and having declined doing so.

[EVENT: Student Status:Suspension  ] Resolved, that he be suspended for one week, and required to spend the time Mr. Hammer's (PL8576) tavern.

Mr. Richard E. Johnson (P44241) made application for permission to give lessons in Stenography to the Students of the University _ On motion made and seconded -

Resolved, that his application be granted on his giving a satisfactory evidence of his qualification to a Committee appointed for the purpose - whereupon Dr. Howard, (P43670) Mr. Tucker (P43619) and Dr. Harri- son (P25515) were appointed the Committee.-

Mr. Edward B. Davis, (P29328) made application through the Chairman for permission to keep a horse.-

On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that his application be not granted.-

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[EVENT: Student Status:Withdrawal from University Action:denied 1839-11-29] Mr. Smith P. Bankhead (P39082) made application for permission to with- draw from the University-

On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that his application be not granted.-

[EVENT: Student Status:Withdrawal from University Action:denied 1839-11-29] Mr. Isaac D. Gildart (P22881) made application with the permission of his guardian, to withdraw from the University of the ground of ill health.-

On motion made and seconded - resolved, that the permission asked for by Mr. Gildart (P22881) be, for the present refused.-

[EVENT: Student Status:Withdrawal from University Action:granted 1839-11-29] Mr. William Leonard (P30901)made application thro' the Chairman for permission to withdraw from the University on account of bad health -

On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that his application be g granted -

[EVENT: Boarding  1839-11-29] Mr. D. H. Maury (P35361) made application through the Chairman for permission to board with his near relation Dr. Charles Minor (P44876) in Charlottesville. (PL4204)- On motion made and seconded - resolved that his application be granted.

[EVENT: Student Status:Withdrawal from University Action:granted 1839-11-29] Mr. John A. Washington (P24225) made, application thro' the Chaiarman for permission to withdraw from the University - On motion made and seconded - resolved that his application be granted -

[EVENT: Boarding Action:denied 1839-11-29] Mr. George F. Harrison (P25515) occupying a dormitory applied for permission to occupy the room in the Old Library recently occupied by Mr. E. K. Kane. (P26560) On motion made and seconded resolved that his application be not granted.

[EVENT: University Administration:Personnel Decision  1839-11-29] Mr. Cronin (P44242) made application through the Chairman for permission to give lessons in Elocution to the Studentds of the University -

On motion made and seconded, resolved that his application be granted.-

The Chairman laid before the Faculty the Proctor's monthly report. also his report of assessments.-

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[EVENT: Student Status:Dropping a Class Action:granted 1839-11-29] Mr. Henry Stokes (P26213) made application for leave to quit the Class of Greek - On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that his application be granted.-

Professors Harrison (P25515) and Davis (P33195) presented their monthly reports of the standing of their candidates for graduation.-

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Academic Lassitude  1839-11-29] The Professor of Ancient Languages (P25515) reported Mr. Chambers (P24015) for frequent absinces in his School.-

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Academic Lassitude  1839-11-29] The Professor of Mathematics (P43623) reported Mr. Oldham (P41838) for inatten- tion and absence in his School.-

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Academic Lassitude  1839-11-29] Mr. Simion A. Watts (P24989) was reported for frequent absences by the Professors of Chemistry (P43625) & Moral Philosophy (P43619)

Motions were severally made seconded and passed, that the Chairman be requested to speak to the foregoing gentlemen in regard to the several delinquencies for which they are reported -

The Faculty adjourned.

J. A. G. Davis, (P33195) Chairmn &c

The Faculty met December 21st, 1839

[EVENT: Exception:Granted  1839-12-21] Mr. Venable (P36127) made application thro' the Chairman for leave of absence 10 days. On motion made and seconded - resolved, that his application be granted.-

[EVENT: Exception:Granted  1839-12-21] Mr. Armistead (P41021) made application for leave of absence for ten days. On motion made and seconded, resolved, that his application be granted.

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[EVENT: Exception:Denied  1839-12-21] Mr. Napier (P31561) made application for leave of absence 10 days. On motion made and seconded, resolved, that his application be not granted.

[EVENT: Boarding Action:granted 1839-12-21] Mr. Perkins (P38303) a resident student boarding at Mr. Conway's (PL8543) and Mr. McAfee (P22105) a non-resident student boarding at Mrs. Jones' (P44167) made application through the Chairman for permission to exchange boarding houses - On motion made and seconded - resolved, that their appli- cation be granted.-

The Faculty adjourned.

J. A. G. Davis (P33195), Chairmn

The Faculty met January 4th, 1840

The Professors present filled up the monthly circulars in their respective schools.

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Drinking  ] The Chairman informed the Faculty that on the evening of the 3rd instant between 9 & 10 oClock he received information of a drinking party at the dormitory of Messrs. Chambers (P24015) and Ervin (P37889).- that he and the proctor visited the room and found Mr. Chambers (P24015), Mr. Pope (P39857) and a young man not a student of the University - the last two being intoxicated - Mr. Erwin (P37889) one of the occupants of the room, was not present, having left the room as soon as the liquor was introduced.-

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The Chairman also stated to the Faculty, that Mr. William B. Mathews (P36243) was one of the party at the room of Messrs. Chambers (P24015) and Ervin (P37889) - and that Mr. F. H. Reese (P30297) had been seen in Charlottesville (PL4204) intoxicated.

On motion made and seconded - resolved, that Messrs. Chambers (P24015), Pope (P39857), Mathews (P36243) and Reese (P30297) be summoned before the Faculty.-

Mr. Chambers (P24015) appeared and said, that spirits were introduced into his room, on the occasion of a visit of a friend from a dis- tance - He was not present when the liquor was introduced, nor perhaps for an hour afterwards - He was aware that an arrangement would be made to receive his friend with drinking. - The liquor used was brandy drunk in the form of toddy. Mr. chambers (P24015) being asked the cause of his frequent absences from the school of ancient Languages, replied that he had been frequently unwell.- The party in general in his room were considered the purchases of the brandy which was apid for by one of them.- the drinking commenced about two hours after supper - Mr. Mathews (P36243) was present accidentally and left the room as soon as a noise was made.-

Mr. Pope (P39857) said that he was invited by Mr. Chambers (P24015) to visit his room, and that about half an hour afterwards spirits were offered to the party, of which he took two glasses which affected him a little.- The spirits be believed were introduced before he arrived.-

He heard after entering the room that the stranger paid for the liquor, but the party were to be indebted to him for the amount of the expenses.

Mr. Mathews (P36243) stated that he entered Mr. Chambers (P24015) room about 7 oClock not knowing that there would be drinking.- took a glass of toddy and left the room as soon as a noise was made.-

Mr. Reese (P30297) stated that being in the store of Mr. Flannagan (P44130) and

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being invited to take a glass of wine, drank from a tumbler glass and was perhaps a little excited by it, but does not think that he was intoxicated - He did not purchase the wine.-

The following resolutions were proposed, seconded and passed-

[EVENT: Student Status:Suspension  1840-01-04] It appearing to the Faculty, that on the night of the 3rd instant, Mr. Chambers (P24015) allowed and participated in giving a party at his room at which ardent spirits were drunk, and at which some became intoxicated.-

Resolved, that he be suspended for three months and required to spend the time of suspension at Mr. Bowcock's tavern (PL8596).-

[EVENT: Student Status:Suspension  1840-01-04] It appearing to the Faculty that on the night of the 3rd instant Mr. Pope (P39857) participated in a drinking party at the room of Mr. Chambers (P24015) and drank to intoxication-

Resolved, that he be suspended for two months and required to pass the time of his suspension at Mr. Bowcock's (PL8596) in this county.

[EVENT: Student Status:Suspension  1840-01-04] It appearing that Mr. William B. Mathews (P36243), while accidentally at the room of Mr. Chambers (P24015) on the night of the 3rd instant, partook of ardent spirits -

Therefore - Resolved, that he be suspended for one week and required to spend the time at Col, Wood's. (P44157)

[EVENT: Student Status:Suspension  1840-01-04] Dr. Harrison (P25515) offered the following resolution. It appearing to the Faculty that Mr. F. M. Reese (P30297), the 3rd instant, drank of wine to intoxication, in charlottesville (PL4204)

Resolved, that he be suspended for a fortnight and required to pass the time of suspension at Bowcock's tavern (PL8596).-

Mr. Bonnycastle (P43623) proposed to substitute 10 days for a fortnight- which amendment was adopted by the Faculty - the resolution as amended was then seconded and passed -

[EVENT: Student Status:Admission Action:granted 1840-01-04] Mr. James A. Duncan (P25046) who was dismissed last session made

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applications thro' the Chairman for readmission into the University- and also for permission to occupy one of Dr. Blaettermann's (P43621) rooms -

On motion made and seconded -

Resolved, that his application for readmission be granted on his giving the usual special pledges to the Chairman -

Resolved, that his application to occupy one of Dr. Blaettermann's (P43621) rooms be rejected.-

[EVENT: Course Reference:Mathematics  1840-01-04] [EVENT: Student Status:Dropping a Class Action:granted 1840-01-04] Mr. B. F. White (P40598) made application through the Chairman for per- mission to leave the School of Mathematics - On motion made & seconded

Resolved, that his application to granted on condition that he join another full School.-

[EVENT: Course Reference:Modern Languages  1840-01-04] [EVENT: Student Status:Dropping a Class  1840-01-04] Mr. A. E. Maxwell (P41828) made application through the Chairman for permission to quit the School of Modern Languages. On motion made and seconded - Resolved that his application be granted.-

[EVENT: Course Reference:Modern Languages:French  1840-01-04] Mr. Alfred Duffield (P36758) made application for permission to become a candidate for graduation in French.- On motion made and seconded- Resolved, that his application be granted.-

[EVENT: Course Reference:Modern Languages:French  1840-01-04] The Professor of Modern Language (P43621) made application for an extra examination in French on the day of March next - On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that the application be granted.-

[EVENT: Course Reference:Modern Languages:French  1840-01-04] Messrs. John S. Caskie (P22691) and C. R. G. Slaughter (P37143) made application for permission to stand the extra examination in French on the ground that they were sick at the first examination. On motion made and seconded, Resolved, that their application be granted.

Dr. Williams S. R. Brockenbrough (P29501) made application to renew his Diploma - the one granted him was lost by mail - On motion made and seconded - resolved, that his application be granted.

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Mr. Kennedy (P39957) was reported by the Chairman for having given an order on the Proctor for $2.50 when he knew that he had no funds, but expected to receive them in time.-

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Uniform Violation  1840-01-04] The Chairman informed the Faculty that Mr. Napier (P31561) had purchased a vest not uniform

On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that Messrs. Kennedy (P39957) & Napier (P31561) be reprimanded by the Chairman and their parents informed oft their violation on the Laws.

The chairman laid before the Faculty the Bi-monthly report on the Library, made by the assistant Librarian -

The Chairman laid before the Faculty the Proctor's report of Students delinquent in payment of the 2nd installment for board -

On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that the Procter be Instruct- ed to write to their parents and guardians.-

The Chairman laid before the Faculty the Proctor's monthly report -

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Academic Lassitude  1840-01-04] It appearing to the Faculty, that Messrs. Bankhead (P39082), Atkinson (P25234) Ervin (P37889), Garth (P41423), Heiskell (P35863) and Napier (P31561) are inattentive and not making due proficiency in their respective Schools - On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that their parents and guardians be informed, that unless a speedy amendment takes place, they will be dismissed from the University.-

[EVENT: Course Reference:Natural Philosophy  1840-01-04] [EVENT: Course Reference:Mathematics  1840-01-04] [EVENT: Course Reference:Moral Philosophy  1840-01-04] [EVENT: Course Reference:Medicine:Anatomy  1840-01-04] [EVENT: Course Reference:Medicine:Surgery  1840-01-04] On motion made and seconded - resolved that the Chairman be requested to enquire into the cause of the frequent absences of Mr. John H. Carr (P24424) from the Schools of Mathematics and Moral Philo- sophy, of Mr. H. Ragland (P32763) from the School of Natural Philosophy, of Mr. C. C. Rogers (P38422) from the School of Moral Philosophy, and of Mr. Martin from the School of Anatomy & Surgery.-

The Faculty adjourned

J. A. G. Davis (P33195), Chairmn &c

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The Faculty met January 10th 1840

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Drinking  1840-01-04] The Chairman stated, that he had received information that Mr. William N. Ragland (P32763) dined at Fitch's Tavern (PL8536) last monday, and drank there to intoxication.

Mr. Ragland (P32763) was sent for, and appeared before the Faculty. He a admitted that he visited Fitch's tavern (PL8536) on monday and dined and drank there, and became somewhat intoxicated - said he first went to the tavern on business, and afterwards drank toddy with a friend.- does not recollect how much, but he thinks not much, and was not so much intoxicated but that he could walk about, and remembers what occurred.- He stated, that he some days before obtained leave of absence from his Professors, that he returned but the day before, and that his leave had not expired; and that he therefore supposed he had a right to visit a tavern.- He admitted he had not obtained any leave of absence from the Chairman. On retiring he handed to the Faculty a written testimonial signed by the Students boarding at Miss Terrell's (P43999), where he boards, of his general good character, offering to become securities for his future good conduct, and to report him in case of misbehavior.

[EVENT: Student Status:Suspension  1840-01-10] Mr. Bonnycastle (P43623) offered the following resolution which was seconded and passed.

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It appearing to the Faculty that Mr. William N. Ragland (P32763) visited a tavern on the instant where he dined and drank to intoxication; but it appearing that his general deportment has been good, and that several highly respectable students, at the same time that they testify to his general good conduct offer to become sureties for the future good behavior, and to report him if he violate any pledge which he may give to the Faculty.

Resolved, that he be suspended for a fortnight, and required to spend the time at such place as shall be appointed by the Chair- man.

The Chairman stated that on tuesday last, Messrs. Wm. H. Armistead (P41021) and Josiah N. Jones (P37532) applied for leave to withdraw; both having the written consent of their Professors, and the former as he stated, the express and particular authority of his guardian for so doing, the latter was of age. The Chairman stated that among other enquiries which he made of these students, he particularly asked them if their intended withdrawal was for the purpose of being engaged in a duel, or had any connection of any design of that nature. and that each assured him that he had no such inten- tion, and further stated his reasons for withdrawing. Mr. Jones (P37532) alledging bad health, and Mr. Armistead (P41021) the severity of the climate and his dissatisfaction with the manner of living here, as the motives of their application- whereupon the desired leave to with- draw was granted to them -

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Physical Assault  1840-01-10] The Chairman stated, that in the afternoon of that day, the suspicion that these students had withdrawn to be engaged in a duel was first communicated to him. That subsequent information satisfied him that such was the fact, and that Mr. Armistead (P41021) had the evening before he applied to withdraw challenged Mr. H. C.

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Chambers (P24015) to fight a duel, which challenge was borne by Mr. Jones (P37532), and accepted by Mr. Chambers (P24015), and his acceptance borne by Mr. J. W. Pope. (P39857)

The Chairman also stated, that after recieving this inform- ation, he issued several warrants for the arrest of the parties; but that Messrs. Armistead (P41021) & Jones (P37532) succeeded in getting off; and that only Chambers (P24015) had been arrested, who had entered into a re- cognizance.-

On motion made and seconded.

Resolved, that Messr. William H. Armistead (P41021), and Josiah N. Jones (P37532) having obtained leave from the Chairman to withdraw from the University on the assurance given by each of them that he had no design to engage in a duel, and on the allegations of other rea- sons for their withdrawal, when as it now appears that they, the day before had engaged in a duel, the former by sending and the latter by bearing a challenge, and applied to withdraw only in consequence thereof; and that they might prosecute the said duel; therefore it is considered, that the said leave, so obtained, was null & void; and that the said Armistead (P41021) and Jones (P37532) remain amenable to the laws of the University.

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Physical Assault  1840-01-10] On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that the case of Messrs. Armistead (P41021) and Jones (P37532) be continued for future action Mr. Chambers (P24015) was sent for and appeared before the Faculty. He stated that he received the challenge from Mr. Armistead (P41021) on monday at 2 OClock, by the hands of Mr. Jones (P37532); that he accepted it, and appointed to fight with sticks; that the other party positively refused to fight in this mode; that at lenght he was influenced by others, greatly against his will, to consent to fight with rifles; and that he would net have accepted the challenge, whilst a student,

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if he had supposed that he was thereby binding himself to fight with murderous weapons. He stated that Mr. Pope (P39857) would not have con- sented to bear his acceptance or act as his friend had it not been for the mode of combat(with sticks)adopted by him; and that he like himself, was afterwards reluctantly constrained to consent to change the character of the fight. He stated that Mr. Pope (P39857) did not wish to appear before the Faculty.-

[EVENT: Student Status:Dismissal Action:granted 1840-01-10] The following resolution was proposed, seconded and passed.

It appearing to the Faculty, that Messrs. Henry C. Chambers (P24015) and John W. Pope (P39857) have been recently concerned in a duel, the former by accepting a challenge to fight, with murderous weapons, and the latter by bearing such acceptance; Resolved, that they be expelled from the University.-

The Chairman stated, that on the night of the 4th instant Mr. Smith P. Bankhead (P39082) left the University, without permission for the purpose of marrying a young lady with whom he eloped, without the consent of his father, as was generally understood -

On motion made and seconded

[EVENT: Student Status:Dismissal Action:granted 1840-01-10] Resolved, that Mr. Bankhead (P39082) be dismissed from the Uni- versity.

[EVENT: Course Reference:Political Economy  1840-01-10] Mr. J. P. Taliaferro (P23353) applied to become a candidate for Profi- ciency in the Class of Political Economy. On motion made and seconded - resolved, that his application be granted.-

[EVENT: Course Reference:Moral Philosophy  1840-01-10] Mr. Robert Douthat (P26663) made application for permission to leave the School of Moral Philosophy. On motion made and seconded, resolved that his application be granted.

At the instance of the Professor of Mathematics (P43623), and on motion made, seconded and passed, the examination of the Candidates for Graduation in the Mathematical department in the School of

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Civil Engineering was appointed to be held on the 6th of Feby.

The Faculty adjourned.-

J. A. G. Davis (P33195), Chairmn &c

At a meeting of the Faculty January 27th, 1840

[EVENT: Student Status:Readmission Action:granted 1840-01-27] The Chairman informed the Faculty, that Col. Bankhead (P39082) the father of the student recently dismissed for having left the University, without leave, to get married, has made personal and earnest application for the readmission of his son. Whereupon, it was resolved that Col. Bankhead's (P39082) application be granted.

The Faculty adjourned.

J. A. G. Davis (P33195), Chairmn &c

The Faculty met Feby 1st 1840

The Professors present filled up the monthly circulars in their

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respective Schools.

The Chairman laid before the Faculty, the Bank report for December.

[EVENT: Student Status:Withdrawal from University Action:granted 1840-02-01] Mr. Dabney H. Maury (P35361) made application thro' the Chairman for permission to withdraw from the University on account of ill health.-

On motion made and seconded - resolved, that his application be granted

[EVENT: Student Status:Dropping a Class Action:granted 1840-02-01] [EVENT: Course Reference:Natural Philosophy  1840-02-01] Mr. Gales Beaton (P21779) made application through the Chairman for leave to withdrawn from the School of Natural Philosophy. On motion made and seconded - resolved, that his application be granted.

[EVENT: Student Status:Dropping a Class Action:granted 1840-02-01] [EVENT: Course Reference:Moral Philosophy  1840-02-01] Mr. B. D. Howard (P35989) made application for leave to withdraw from the Class of Moral Philosophy - On motion made and seconded- resolved that his application be granted.

[EVENT: Student Status:Dropping a Class Action:granted 1840-02-01] [EVENT: Course Reference:Ancient Languages:Greek  1840-02-01] Mr. Atkinson (P25234) made application for permission to withdraw from the Greek Class. On motion - Resolved that his application be not granted.-

[EVENT: Student Status:Dropping a Class Action:granted 1840-02-01] [EVENT: Course Reference:Chemistry  1840-02-01] Mr. N. T. Sorsby (P43000) made application through the Chairman for leave to withdraw from the School of Chemistry. On motion made and seconded - resolved that his application be granted.

[EVENT: Course Reference:Modern Languages:French  1840-02-01] [EVENT: Student Status:Dropping a Class Action:granted 1840-02-01] Mr. John C. Barbour (P31480) made application for leave to quit the Class of French - On motion made and seconded - resolved, that his application be granted.

[EVENT: Student Status:Dropping a Class Action:denied 1840-02-01] [EVENT: Course Reference:Natural Philosophy  1840-02-01] Mr. W. D. Gurley (P33982) made application for permission to withdraw from the School of Natural Philosophy.

On motion made and seconded - resolved that the permission asked for by Mr. Gurley (P33982) be refused.

[EVENT: Course Reference:Law  ] [EVENT: Exception:Granted  1840-02-01] Messrs. French (P38800) and J. T. Phinizy (P30331) made application for leave to be exempt from the examination in Junior Law, in consequence of having recently joined the School.- On motion made and seconded-

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resolved, that their application be granted.

[EVENT: Course Reference:History  1840-02-01] At the instance of Professor Harrison (P25515) and on motion made seconded and passed, the Examination for Graduation on Latin History was postponed from the 14th to the 17th instant.

[EVENT: Course Reference:Medicine:Anatomy  1840-02-01] [EVENT: Course Reference:Medicine:Physiology  1840-02-01] On the application of Professor Cabell (P43614) and on motion made, seconded and passed, the Examination for Graduation in Anatomy & physiology was postponed to March 5th

The Chairman laid before the Faculty, the Proctor's report of Assessments for January - On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that the said report be confirmed.

The Chairman laid before the Faculty the Proctor's monthly report.

On motion made and seconded

Resolved, that the dismissal notices given at the last monthly meeting of the Faculty to Messrs. Atkinson (P25234), Heiskell (P35863), Garth (P41423) and Napier (P31561) be continued in consequence of the absence of some of the Professors whom they attend.-

The Chairman stated, that since the adoption of the resolution relative to Messrs. Wm. H. Armistead (P41021) & Jos. N. Jones (P37532) on the 10th Ult. they returned to the University. That on hearing they were here, he immediately caused copies of that resolution to be made out and delivered to the Janitor, to be given to them; but they went off that night(having remained only one day) and the Janitor (P44285) reported that he was unable to find them whilst here. That these copies have been since sent to them, at their homes by mail. And that he has been told by a student who saw them when they were here, that they were then informed of the action which the Faculty had taken in regard to them

Whereupon the following resolution was proposed seconded and passed

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[EVENT: Student Status:Dismissal Action:granted 1840-02-01] It appearing to Faculty, that Messrs. William H. Armistead (P41021) and Josiah N. Jones (P37532), students of the University were on the 6th Ult. concerned in a duel, the former by sending, and the latter by bearing a challenge to fight a duel, in violation of the laws of the Institution.

Therefore - Resolved, that they be expelled from the University.

The Faculty adjourned.

J. A. G. Davis (P33195), Chairmn &c

The Faculty met Feby 10th 1840

The Chairman stated, that Messrs. Jules G. Olivier (P38282) and C. C. Rogers (P38422)had returned from Washington City (PL4211) wither they had gone on an affair of honor in which Messrs. Olivier (P38282) & John A. Strother (P37901) were principals and Messrs. C. C. Rogers (P38422) and Benj. F. Peterswere (P36193) seconds- Mr. Strother (P37901) had previously withdrawn from the University and Mr. Peters (P36193) had not matriculated.

Mr. Olivier (P38282) having been sent for, appeared before the Faculty and stated that he forebore to make any defence as he was aware, that the Faculty had no discretion towards mitigating the penalty attached to the Offence which he admitted -

Mr. Rogers (P) declined appearing before the Faculty.

Dr. Harrison (P25515) moved the following resolution which was seconded and passed.

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It appearing that Messrs. Jules G. Olivier (P38282) & C. C. Rogers (P38422) have been recently concerned in a duel, the former by sending, the latter by bearing a challenge, to fight a duel, in violation of the laws of the Institution. Therefore,

[EVENT: Student Status:Dismissal Action:granted 1840-02-10] Resolved, that they be expelled from the University [EVENT: Course Reference:Chemistry  1840-02-10] [EVENT: Course Reference:Mathematics  1840-02-10] [EVENT: Student Status:Dropping a Class Action:denied 1840-02-10] Mr. W. A. Kincaid (P25175) made application thro' the Chairman for permission to quit the School of Mathematics and join that of Chemistry. On motion made and seconded, resolved, that his appli- cation be rejected.

The Faculty adjourned.

J. A. G. Davis (P33195), Chairmn &c

On the 10th Feb. and for some months before the Secretary was p prevented by sickness from attending the Faculty meetings. When his health was sufficientlt recovered to attend to business, the notes of the Faculty proceedings of the 10th were handed to him & entered before he was aware that there had been a prior Meeting on the 08th.

The Faculty met Feby 8th 1840

The Chairman laid before the Faculty the Bank report for Jan- uary.

[EVENT: Exception:Granted  1840-02-08] Mr. J. T. Erwin (P37889) made application for permission to be excused from standing the Intermediate Examination in Chemistry-in conse- quence of less of time from sickness - On motion made and seconded- resolved, that his application be granted.-

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[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Uniform Violation  1840-02-08] The Chairman stated, that Mr. J. T. Phinizy (P30331) has recently pur- chased three pair of pantaloons of Messrs. Timberlake (P36085), Flannagan () & Co. but gave an order on the Patron for one pair only.- That he therefore, has either violated the anti-Credit law by purchasing two pair on credit, or the law requiring him to deposit his funds with the Patron, if he paid for them.-

Mr. Phinizy (P30331) was sent for and appeared before the Faculty. He admitted that he has purchased of Timberlake (), Flannagan & Co (). one pair of Uniform pantaloons for which he gave an order on the Patron, and agreed for two other pair not Uniform, which he says were to have been paid for by another person; but that on the difficulty being made, they were taken back by the merchants, and that he does not intend to take them at all - He declined to say whether the person in whose name they were purchased is a student. He denied that he won them by gaming or any other wager.

On motion made and seconded - resolved, that the Chairman be requested to write to the father of Mr. Phinizy (P30331), and inform him of the attempt of his son to violate the laws, and the serious consequences which such violation would have involved.

[EVENT: Student Status:Dismissal Action:granted 1840-02-08] The Chairman informed the Faculty, that he has recd informa- tion, that Messrs. S. Walke (P33475), Casper W. Bell (P28600), John H. Carr (P24424), and M. McAfee (P30407) have gone to Washington to be engaged in a duel; the two former as principals, the others as their seconds. There being no doubt of the fact, the following resolution proposed by Dr. Harrison was seconded and passed.- (P25515)

It appearing to Faculty, that Messrs. Sydenham Walke (P33475), Casper W. Bell (P28600), John H. Carr (P24424), and Madison McAfee (P30407) students of this University, have left here to fight a duel, the two first as principals, the others as their seconds, in pursuance of a challenge given and accepted-

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Resolved, that they be expelled from the University.

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Physical Assault  1840-02-08] The Chairman stated, that he had recd information that Messrs. John A. Strother (), Jules G. Oliver (P38282), Benj: F. Peters (P36193) and C. C. Rogers (P38422) lately went to Washington City (PL4211) for the purpose of being engaged in a duel, the two first as principals, and the others as their seconds; that Mr. Strother (P37901) had previously withdrawn from the University; That Mr. Peters (P36193) had not matriculated, but had a short time previously obtained his(the Chairman's)leave to attend his lectures without matriculating, until the 1st of Feby. by which time he would receive the requisite funds to enable him to matri- culate.

Messrs. Oliver (P38282) and Rogers (P38422) had only obtained leave of absence for a short time.

Mr. Bonnycastle (P43623) offered the following resolution which was seconded and passed.

It appearing to the Faculty that Mr. Benjamin F. Peters (P36193) applied for, and attained permission to attend the Lectures of the Professor of law (P33195), on the understanding that he should complete his connection with the University by matriculating on receiving his funds on the 1st of Feby. And the Faculty having reason to suspect, that Mr. Peters (P36193) after having so attended, became a second in a duel-

Therefore - Resolved, that in case it should appear that he did so act, that the Faculty regard him as coming within the spirit of the law respecting refusal to readmit.

A motion was made seconded and passed, that Mr. John A. Stro- ther (P37901) shall not be allowed to reenter, if it should appear, that he had withdrawn for the purpose of being engaged in a duel.

On motion made and seconded. Resolved, that the action of

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the Faculty as respects Messrs. Oliver (P38282) and Rogers (P38422) be postponed for further evidence.-

[EVENT: Library:Books  1840-02-08] The Committee appointed to select the books to be purchased for the Library, this Session, made their report; which on motion made & seconded, was adopted.

The Faculty adjourned.-

J. A. G. Davis (P33195), Chairmn &c

The Faculty met Feby 29th 1840

The Professors present proceeded to fill up the monthly Circulars-

[EVENT: Exception:Granted  1840-02-29] Mr. James L. Woodville (P27310) made application through the Chairman for leave of absence six days to visit his relations in Staunton (PL4177). On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that his application be granted.

At the instance of Dr. Howard (P43670)-(Dr. Cabell (P43614) was absent from indisposition) the examination for graduation in Anatomy and Surgery, was postponed till March 16th.

At the request of Professor Davis (P33195), and on motion made seconded, and passed; the Intermediate examination in Senior Law, was appointed to be held in March.

Mr. Bonnycastle (P43623) stated that Mr. John W. Clay (P35247) who at a former examination for graduation in Mathematics was sick, was examined separately on the instant, a motion was made seconded and passed, that the said separate examination be sanctioned by the Faculty.

Mr. John Staige Davis (P34233) made application for permission to

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become a candidate for graduation in Chemistry, and also for the sanction of the Faculty, to an examination which he stood on the instant in that School A motion was made seconded and passed, that his application be granted.

At the request of Professor Tucker (P43619), and on motion made seconded, and passed, the examination for graduation in Moral Philosophy, was postponed to March 25th.

At the instance of Professor Tucker (P43619), and on motion made seconded, and passed, the Intermediate examination in Moral Philosophy was appointed to be held in March.-

[EVENT: Boarding Exception:granted 1840-02-29] The Chairman stated, that Mr. William E. Bond (P23093) withdraw from the University a few weeks ago, on account of ill health, by the permission of the Chairman and his Professors. He now applies to the Faculty for leave to withdraw on account of ill health as of the day of in order, that he may have refunded a portion of his Board, and rents - A motion was made seconded and passed, that his application be granted.

[EVENT: Student Status:Withdrawal from University Action:granted 1840-02-29] Mr. William C. Napier (P31561) made application thro' the Chairman for leave to withdraw from the University. It appearing from the state- ment of his Professors, that Mr. Napier (P31561) is doing no good in his Schools; On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that his appli- cation be granted, on condition, that he leave the University immediately, and do not return during the Session.

[EVENT: Student Status:Withdrawal from University Action:granted 1840-02-29] Mr. William H. I'Anson (P27351) who expects to receive from his father leave to withdraw from the University, next week; made application thro' the Chairman for permission to do so, immediately, in order that he may not be under the necessity of paying the last install- ment for board - On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that his application be granted, on condition, that he receive from his father leave to withdraw within 10 days.

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[EVENT: Student Status:Withdrawal from University  1840-02-29] Mr. Malcolm W. Smith (P22844) made application for permission to with- draw from the University - The reasons deemed by the Faculty satisfactory; and on motion made seconded and passed, his appli- cation was granted.

[EVENT: Course Reference:Ancient Languages  1840-02-29] Mr. A. Duffield (P36758) made application through the Chairman for permission to leave the School of Ancient Languages.- He attends three other Schools.- A motion was made, seconded, and passed, that his application be granted.

[EVENT: Course Reference:Medicine  1840-02-29] At the request of Dr. Howard (P43670), and on motion made, seconded and passed, the first examination for graduation in Medicine was appointed to be held on the first monday in April -

[EVENT: Course Reference:Medicine  1840-02-29] At the request of Dr. Howard (P43670), and on motion made seconded, and passed, he was authorised to held the Intermediate examination in Medicine in April.-

The Chairman stated, that Mr. Joseph H. Kent (P38788) on the instant left the University without leave, went to the City of Washington (PL4211) and was absent about two weeks.- He at the same time laid before the Faculty two letters from Mr. Kent (P38788), in the first of which he (Mr. Kent (P38788)) stated that he had permission from his father to spend a week or two in Washington (PL4211) with two uncles members of Congress, and explained the circumstances which induced him to go without asking leave from his Professors and the Chairman. In the second letter Mr. Kent (P38788) acknowledged his fault; said it was his first infraction of college laws, either here or elsewhere-and expressed himself sincerely penitent for what he had done - and he beged that the Faculty would pardon his Offence - The Chairman also stated, that[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Uniform Violation  ]  Mr. Kent (P38788) had on a suit of clothes not uniform, which he said had been purchased for him by his uncle, the Hon: Felix Grundy. (P44270)

A motion was made seconded and passed, that in consequence of

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the sincere penitence expressed in Mr. Kent's (P38788) second letter, he be only reprimanded by the Chairman and his father written to.-

The Chairman informed the Faculty that a few evenings ago, he saw Messrs. P. B. Stark (P23370), John A. Linton (P42661) and John N. Taylor (P30080) at Hill and Terrell's tavern (PL8597).- Mr. Linton (P42661) was without Uniform.- Messrs. Linton (P42661) & Taylor (P30080) stated to the Chairman the next day, that they left the tavern in 10 minutes - Mr. Linton (P42661) went to get his Uniform Coat altered for the ball.- Mr. Stark (P23370) remained at the tavern and supped.-

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Drinking  1840-02-24] [EVENT: Student Misconduct:Uniform Violation  1840-02-24] The Chairman stated, that Messrs. Mills M. Jordan (P32559), Reuben P. Thomas (P36950), R. B. Gooch (P32133) and Vincent M. Butler (P43171) had been reported as having attended the ball on the 24th instant at Fitch's tavern (PL8536) in Charlottesville (PL4204), without Uniform.-

A motion was made seconded and passed, that Messrs. Stark (P23370), Jordan (P32559), Thomas (36950), Gooch (P32133) and Butler (P43171) be sent for.-

Mr. Stark (P23370) appeared and said, that he called at the tavern to see Mr. N. B. Davis (P44271) and old student, and that he remained and drank tea with him - drank no liquor - did not go to town expressly to see Mr. Davis (P44271) - he returned to the University before bedtime.-

Mr. M. M. Jordan (P32559) appeared and said, that he had no excuse to offer; the coat he were he gave an old cloak for, that he brought from home.- He believes the student brought the coat withbhim from home.-

Mr. Thomas (P36950) appeared and stated, that he had not a decent Uniform - had promised a lady to attend her to the ball- and was compelled in consequence of that promise to go.

Mr. Gooch (P32133) appeared and said that he had fully intended to go to the ball with Uniform - but got his Uniform Coat torn the day before.-

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Mr. Butler (P43171) appeared and said, that his Uniform was out of Order.- the coat he were he brought from home.

The following resolutions were proposed, seconded & passed.

It appearing to the Faculty, that Mr. Powhatan B. Stark (P23370), visited a tavern in Charlottesville (PL4204) on the instant and took supper there.

[EVENT: Student Status:Suspension  1840-02-29] Resolved, that he be suspended for one week and required to spend the time at such place as the Chairman may direct.

It appearing to the Faculty, that Messrs. John A. Linton (P42661) and John N. Taylor (P30080) visited a tavern in Charlottesville (PL4204) on the instant, in violation of law.

Resolved, that they be reprimanded by the Chairman and their parents be written to.

[EVENT: Student Status:Suspension  1840-02-29] It appearing to the Faculty, that Messrs. Mills M. Jordan (P32559), Reuben P. Thomas (P36950), Richard B. Gooch (P32133) and Vincint M. Butlet (P43171) attended a ball at Fitch's tavern (PL8536) in Charlottesville (PL4204), on the 24th instant without Uniform, in violation of law.

Resolved, that they be suspended one week and required to spend the time of suspension at such place as the Chairman may direct.-

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Academic Lassitude  1840-02-29] It appearing from the statement of their Professors that Messrs. William D. Gurley (P33982), Thomas C. Maupin (P24056), Rice. B. Garland (P34320) and W. A. Kincaid (P25175) are inattentive and not making due proficiency in their Schools.

Resolved, that their parents & guardians be informed, that unless a speedy amendment takes place, they will be dismissed from the University.

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Academic Lassitude  1840-02-29] Dr. Emmet (P43625) reported as inattentive in his School Messrs. J. T. Coles (P29783), J. W. Garth (P41423), R. B. Garland (P34320), H. H. Marshall (P34598), John H. McAfee (P22105)

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Samuel Oldham (P41838), William B. Righton (P26304), W. W. Stubbs (P29793) and W. T. Thurmon. (P24250)

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Uniform Violation  ] The Chairman stated, that Fleming T. Grantland (P24806) had been repor- ted by the Patron for exceeding the limit($100)allowed by law for clothing - The Chairman had sent for Mr. Grantland (P24806) who stated, that on coming to the University he lost his trunk and all his clothing - in consequence of which he has had to incur much ex- pense in the purchase of Clothing of all kinds. He applied for authority to the Patron to pay the excess - On motion made and seconded - resolved, that his application be granted.-

The Professor of Ancient Languages (P25515) laid before the Faculty reports of the Standing of Candidates for graduation in his School for January and Feb'y.

From the statement of their Professors, the Faculty not being satisfied with the improvement made by Messrs. Gee. Atkinson (P25234) and J. W. Garth (P41423) - to whom dismissal notices were given at the monthly Meeting of the Faculty on the 4th on Jany and which were continued at the Meeting held on the 1st of Feby.- Resolved, that the said Notices be continued.

[EVENT: Course Reference:Chemistry Exception:granted 1840-02-29] Professor Emmet (P43625) laid before the Faculty, a letter from Mr. Henry G. Wirt (P43070) stating, that in consequence of frequent and pro- tracted indispositions during the Session he was compelled to give in a blank at the Intermediate examination in Chemistry -

He applied to be excused from said examination - On motion made and seconded - resolved, that his application be granted.-

[EVENT: University Administration:Personnel Decision  1840-02-29] Mr. Wellington (P44272) made application through the Chairman for a licinse to give lessons in Penmanship to the Students of the University - On motion & seconded - resolved, that his application be granted.

[EVENT: Exception:Granted  1840-02-29] Mr. Henry C. Clay (P27293) made application for a separate examination

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for graduation on the Geography of Ancient Italy - A motion was made seconded and passed, that his application be granted -

Dr. Emmet (P43625) laid before the Faculty a report of these students who were placed in the 4th Division at the Intermediate examination in the School of Chemistry and Materia Medica - their names are as follows.

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The Chairman laid before the Faculty the Proctor's monthly report.

The Faculty adjourned.

J. A. G. Davis, (P33195) Chairmn &c.

The Faculty met April 2nd 1840

The Faculty filled up monthly Circulars.

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Uniform Violation  1840-04-02] The Chairman stated, that Mr. James McDowell (P29987) in Feby obtained leave of absence for one week to visit Richmond (PL4241) - that he went to the City of Washington (PL4211) and was absent two or three weeks.- Some two weeks ago he was at Church in Charlottesville (PL4204) without Uniform as to pantaloons, and that he admitted he had purchased them in Washington City. (PL4211)

Mr. McDowell (P29987) having been sent for appeared before the Faculty

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and stated that he was two weeks absent - He met his sister in Richmond (PL4241), and in consequence of the sickness of the lady under whose escort she was travelling it became necessary for him to accompany her to Washington City (PL4211) - but for meeting his sister under these circumstances he should have returned to the University within the time limited in his permit.- He has no excuse to offer for violating the Uniform law.- He purchased the pantaloons in Washington City to be worn there -

On motion made and seconded -

Resolved, that Mr. McDowell (P29987) be reprimanded by the Chairman, and that his father be informed of the facts in his case.-

The Chairman laid before the Faculty the Bank report for Feby.

[EVENT: Student Status:Withdrawal from University Action:granted 1840-04-02] The Chairman stated, that Mr. William E. Hopkins (P39116) who some time age obtained leave of absence, had since written to him for permi- sion to withdraw from the University in consequence of having obtained from the Navy Department a Midshipman's Warrant - On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that the application of Mr. Hopkins (P39116) be granted.-

Mr. John W. Menzies (P25897) made application through the Chairman for permission to withdraw from the School of Moral Philosophy.- On motion made and seconded.- Resolved, that his application be granted.-

Messrs. A. E. Maxwell (P41828) and James B. Johnson (P21848) made application through the Chairman for permission to become Candidates for graduation in Chemistry - A motion was made, seconded and passed that their application he granted.-

[EVENT: Course Reference:Natural Philosophy  1840-04-02] At the instance of Professor Rogers (P43658) and on motion made seconded and passed, the examination for graduation in Natural Philosophy appointed for the 4th instant, is postponed until the 11th.

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Mr. Alfred Duffield (P36758) a boarder in Mr. Conway's (P43888) district who is above the age of 20 years, made application through the Chair- man, with the written consent on his Hotel Keeper; for permission to board with Miss Terrell (P43999) - A motion was made seconded and passed that his application be granted.-

[EVENT: Course Reference:Natural Philosophy  1840-04-02] [EVENT: Exception:Granted  1840-04-02] Mr. James A. Duncan (P25046) made application through the Chairman to be excused from the Intermediate examination in Natural Philosophy, in consequence of having recently joined the University - On motion made and seconded - Resolved that his application be granted.-

[EVENT: Exception:Granted  1840-04-02] Mr. C. Temple Emmet (P31989) made application through the Chairman for permission to wear a coat not uniform and which has been purchased since he matriculated, in the same manner, that students are allow- ed to wear clothes brought with them to the University - The coat was sent to him from New York (PL4217) by his father who did not know of the regulations on this subject.- the indulgence asked for, will save him the expense of a new Uniform.-

On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that Mr. Emmet's (P31989) application be granted.

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Academic Lassitude  ] [EVENT: Student Status:Dismissal Action:granted 1840-04-02] It appearing to the Faculty, that Messrs. Rice B. Garland (P34320) and William A. Kincaid (P25175) against whom dismissal notices were ordered, for undue proficiency, at the last monthly meeting of the Faculty, have not made satisfactory improvement -

On motion made and seconded - Resolved that the said dismassal notices be continued.

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Academic Lassitude  1840-04-02] [EVENT: Student Status:Dismissal Action:granted 1840-04-02] It appearing to the Faculty, that Mr. Davis S. Read (P28857) is inattentive and not making due proficiency in his Schools.- On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that his father be informed, that unless a speedy amendment takes place, he will be dismissed from the University.-

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The Chairman laid before the Faculty, the Proctor's report of Assessments for the month of March - which was on motion made seconded and passed, approved and confirmed.-

The Chairman laid before the Faculty, the Proctor's report of students delinquent in payment of board - On motion made and seconded - resolved that the Proctor be requested to write to the parents and guardians of the said students on the subject.

The Chairman laid before the Faculty the Proctor's monthly report -

It appearing to the Faculty, that Mr. Thompson G. Maupin (P24056), who for want of proficiency in his Schools, received notice of dismissal at the last monthly meeting - has made no improvement- on motion made and seconded resolved that he be sent for.-

[EVENT: Student Status:Dismissal Action:granted 1840-04-02] Mr. Maupin (P24056) appeared and said, that he had received the dismissal notice in writing - and that he had no excuse - Whereupon - On motion made and seconded - resolved, that he be dismissed from the University -

Mr. Bonnycastle (P43623) submitted the following resolution, which was seconded and passed.-

Resolved, that the Librarian be directed to write to Mrs. Madison (P44340) in regard to the Books bequeathed to the University by her testator, the late James Madison Rector (P43612) of this University -

The Faculty adjourned -

J. A. G. Davis, (P33195) Chairmn &c

The Faculty met April 7th 1840

The Chairman laid before the Faculty the Bank report for March.

The Chairman stated to the Faculty on the information of Dr. Cabell (P43614), that on the instant Messrs. F. E. Morancy (P27216), Thomas Towles (P24008) and Thomas Y. Henry (P35089) returned from Charlottesville (PL4204) without Uniform. Mr. Morancy (P27216) informed the Chairman that the night before, they went to Charlottesville (PL4204) to take leave of their friend Mr. Oliver (P38282), who was about to return home - As he did not leave till after two Oclock they staid all night - Mr. Morancy (P27216) did not drink.- A motion was made seconded and passed that these gentlemen be sent for.

Mr. Towles (P24008) appeared and stated, that his uniform was torn- he went down about 10 OClock, and took leave of Mr. Olivier (P38282) about half past 2. He then went to bed - and took breakfast there in the morning - had told the servant to wake him early - this he failed to do - paid for his lodging and breakfast - there was no drinking or frollicking.- He did not think he was violating the law in going down to take leave of a friend.-

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Drinking  1840-04-07] Mr. Henry (P35089) appeared and said, that he knew he was violating the law, but did not think the Offence a serious one - drank one glass of wine on the invitation of Mr. Olivier (P38282) - paid for his breakfast.

Mr. Morancy (P27216) could not be found by the Janitor (P44285).-

Dr. Cabell (P43614) offered the following resolution which was seconded & passed.

It appearing to the Faculty, that Messrs. Thomas Towles (P24008), Thos. Y. Henry (P35089) and Francis E. Morancy (P27216) acted under an erronous impression of the priviledges allowed by the laws, and it further

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appearing, that they did not partake of strong drink - Resolved, that they be reprimanded by the Chairman.

[EVENT: Student Status:Dismissal Action:granted 1840-04-07] The Chairman stated to the Faculty, that Mr. David S. Read (P28857) had made application for a reconsideration of the dismissal notice ordered against him at the last meeting. A motion was made, seconded and passed, that his application be granted, and that he be informed, that unless he improves during the month, that at the end of it, the dismissal notice will be renewed.-

Mr. Thompson G. Maupin (P24056) applied for a reconsideration of the s sentence passed upon him at the last Meeting of the Faculty.- It appearing from the statement of Dr. Cabell (P43614), that Mr. Maupin (P24056) has since his dismission given himself and the other Medical Professors satisfactory assurances in respect to his efforts to improve, which were unknowm to him at the time of the action of the Faculty, and that all his Professors, upon the facts now known to them recommend that the sentence against him be rescinded, and a farther trial be allowed him therefore, resolved, that the sentence of dismission against Mr. Maupin (P24056) be reconsidered -

On motion made and seconded - resolved that the said sentence be rescinded, and that the previous dismissal notice be continued.-

The Chairman laid before the Faculty the written application of Mr. Benjamin J. Barbour (P38272) for permission to leave Mathematics and take Medical Jurisprudence.- On motion made and seconded resolved, that his application be laid on the table -

The Faculty adjourned.-

J. A. G. Davis, (P33195) Chairmn &c

The Faculty met May 4th 1840

Mr. John H. Timberlake (P36085) made application through the Chairman for permission to leave the Class of Jun. Greek () - On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that his application be granted.-

Professor Harrison laid before the Faculty a monthly report of the standing of the Candidates for graduation in his School for the month of April.-

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Uniform Violation  1840-05-04] The Chairman stated to the Faculty, that Mr. A. S. Brocken- brough (P27585) was in Charlottesville (PL4204) without Uniform on the Ult- Dr. Cabell (P43614) stated, that he had been informed by Mrs. Brockenbrough (P44061), that her son did not matriculate till recently, and that she supposed, that a cheap summer Uniform would answer for the remain- der of the Session-

On motion of Dr. Harrison (P25515) - Resolved, that, the Faculty have no power to exempt Mr. Brockenbrough (P27585) from the operation of the law regarding Uniform,- and that he be reprimanded for his violation of it - but under the peculiar circumstances of the case, recommend it to the favorable consideration of the Executive Committee.

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Uniform Violation  1840-05-04] The Chairman stated to the Faculty, that Mr. J. W. Garth (P41423) was in Church in Charlottesville (PL4204), yesterday without Uniform - Mr. Garth (P41423) was sent for, and appeared before the Faculty - He said, that his uniform was torn - He intended wearing it to Church not knowing, that it was torn, until he was about to leave home - the coat he were was purchased before he matriculated - On motion made and seconded - resolved, that Mr. Garth (P41423) be reprimanded be the Chairman.

The Professor of Mathematics (P43623) informed the Faculty, that

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Messrs. Geo. N. Gilmer (P35260), J. T. Erwin (P37889), Wm. A. Kincaid (P25175), Wm. J. Neblett (P27346), and Hugh L. Clay (P27293) gave in blanks in the Jun, Class at the Inter- mediate examination.-

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Academic Lassitude  ] [EVENT: Student Status:Dismissal Action:granted 1840-05-04] It appearing to the Faculty, that Messrs. John A. Linton (P42661), J. T. Erwin (P37889), J. W. Garth (P41423), J. W. Irby (P34232) and Thomas C. Watkins (P32929) are inattentive and not making due proficiency in their respective Schools - On motion made and seconded - resolved, that their parents and guardians be informed, that unless a speedy amendment takes place, they will be dismissed from the University.

[EVENT: Course Reference:Mathematics  1840-05-04] [EVENT: Course Reference:Moral Philosophy  1840-05-04] It appearing to the Faculty, that Mr. James McDowell (P29987) is inatten- tive in Mathematics and Moral Philosophy - On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that the Chairman be requested to speak to him in regard to it -

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Academic Lassitude  1840-05-04] [EVENT: Course Reference:Ancient Languages  1840-05-04] [EVENT: Course Reference:Modern Languages  1840-05-04] [EVENT: Course Reference:Ancient Languages:Greek  ] It appearing to the Faculty, that Mr. O. B. Buckner (P33711) is inattentive in Ancient and Modern Languages, and, that Messrs. John S. Caskie (P22691) and Henry C. Lay (P25610) are inattentive in Greek - On motion made and seconded; Resolved, that these gentlemen be admon- ished by the Chairman and, that their parents be written to.

It appearing to the Facultu, that Mr. William A. Kincaid (P25175), to whom dismissal notice was given, at the last monthly meeting, for inattention and want of proficiency, has not made satisfactory improvement - On motion made and seconded, resolved, that the said dismissal notice be continued.

It appearing to the Faculty, that Mr. William T. Thummon (P44279) is not sufficiently attentive in his Schools - On motion -

Resolved, that the Chairman be requested to speak to him on the subject.

[EVENT: Student Misconduct:Academic Lassitude  1840-05-04] It appearing to the Faculty, that Mr. George N. Gilmer (P35260) is inattentive in his Schools - On motion made and seconded resolved,

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that he be admonished by the Chairman.-

[EVENT: Student Misconduct  1840-05-04] The Chairman laid before the Faculty the Proctor's monthly report, from which it appears that Messrs. William H. I'Anson (P27351), Benj: F. White (P40598) and Geo. W. Beirne (P29088) violated the law regarding early rising five times during the last month - these gentlemen were sent for - and

Messrs. I'Anson (P27351) and Beirne (P29088) appeared, and stated that they thought that the Janitor (P44285) had made a mistake - they were not caught in bed more than three times during the month.- Mr. I'Anson (P27351) pretty generally rises in due time - Mr. Beirne (P29088), thinks it probable that the Janitor (P44285) has reported him when he found the door locked, and when Mr. Beirne (P29088) was from home, as on some occasions he has lodged in had weather with Mr. Bigelow (P44106) from whom he takes lessons in Music - both gentlemen wish to comply with the law and endeavor to do so.-

On motion made and seconded, Resolved, that Messrs. William H. I'Anson (P27351), Geo. W. Beirne () and Benjamin E. White (P40598) for their fre- quent violation of the law regarding early rising, he reprimanded by the Chairman and, that their parents be written to.

[EVENT: Library  1840-05-04] The Chairman laid before the Faculty the Librarian's Bi monthly report.-

The Chairman laid before the Faculty, the Proctor's report of Assessments for the month of April.- On motion made and seconded, resolved, that the said report he approved and confirmed -

Mr. Geo. W. Trueheart (P27886) made application for a separate exami- nation for graduation in law on the

He is going to Baltimore, and will therefore be unable to attend the exami- nation on the day which has been appointed - On motion - resolved, that his application be granted.-

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[EVENT: Exception:Granted  1840-05-04] Mr. James Rogers (P24590) who is above the age of twenty these made application through the Chairman for permission to be exempt from the rules and regulation's made for the government of students -

On motion made and seconded - resolved, that his application be granted.-

[EVENT: Exception:Denied  ] Dr. Worster (P44107) made application through the Chairman for per- mission to lecture in the University on Phrenology - On motion made and seconded - Resolved that his application be not granted -

Mr. L. C. Perret (P30386) who has recently matriculated, made applica- tion through the Chairman for permission to attend two Schools only - On motion made & seconded - resolved, that his application be granted.-

The Chairman stated that Messrs. S. D. Tucker (P30813), Edmund Dupre (P38077), Powhatan B. Stark (P23370) and William H. Brooke (P33221) had drawn orders on the Patron for Clothing, beyond the limit made by law for that object; and that these gentlemen had applied for permission to purchase some summer clothes.- Mr. Dupre (P38077) came from the South unprovided with clothes suitable for this climate in winter - and Mr. Stark (P23370) had purchased on overcoat - On motion made and seconded - Resolved, that in the cases of Messrs. Dupre (P38077), Tucker (P30813) and Brooks (P33221), the Patron be authorised to pay the orders already drawn that the Chairman have authority to allow Mr. Dupre (P38077) to purchase summer clothes to a reasonable amount, if the circumstances of the case should rea- der it necessary, and that Mr. Stark (P23370) be authorised to exceed the limit allowed for clothing to the amount of the cost of his over- coat -

[EVENT: Course Reference:Ancient Languages:Greek  1840-05-04] At the instance of Professor Harrison (P25515) and on motion made, seconded and passed, the examination for graduation in Greek is

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appointed to be held on the 20th and 21st instant

The Faculty adjourned.

J. A. G. Davis, (P33195) Chairmn &c.