Report of the Committee of the Overseers of Harvard College

Focusing on the college charter, this report details the efforts of a committee appointed by the Overseers of Harvard College to obtain a definitive version of the charter. It includes explanations and remarks concerning the interpretation of the third clause, providing insights into the governance and foundational principles of the institution. This volume is a high-quality reprint of the original 1862 edition, preserving the historical context and significance of the document.