Acquisition of Harvard's Birthplace

During the summer a petition was addressed to His Majesty, King Edward VII, in the name of the President and Fellows of Harvard University, asking him for a license to acquire in mortmain the house in Stratford-on-Avon in which Katherine Rogers, the mother of John Harvard lived. His Majesty was pleased to grant his license to Miss Marie Corelli, the former owner of the property, to convey it to a Board of Trustees. Copies of the documents pertaining to the matter, including the deed of trust, were duly laid before the Corporation, whereupon the following votes were passed:

"Voted, that the thanks of the President and Fellows be sent to each of the Trustees who had kindly consented to serve the interests of Harvard University in the maintenance of Harvard House."

"Voted, that the thanks of the President and Fellows be sent to Mr. Edward Morris for his generous gift whereby Harvard House has been brought into the possession of Harvard University."