Girls in Lamont: A Chronology

May, 1947--Thomas W. Lamont '92, principal donor of the Library, approves plans for the building. There's no question: It's designed for Harvard undergraduates only.

Sept. 1964--Lamont permits Cliffies in its classrooms. They were to enter by the side door, proceed quickly up the stairs and be neither seen nor heard.

December, 1965 -- A "reliable source" reports that Radcliffe access to Lamont hangs only on the signatures of President Pusey. Officials say only that they are studying the entire library system, in anticipaiton of the opening of Hilles Library, near Radcliffe Quad, in September.

Jan. -- Harvard Undergraduate Council votes against sharing Lamont. Cited as one reason for the decision was the "Male emotional stability factor." Later, the HUC takes a poll: 62 per cent of the respondents agree.

Feb. -- Library Committee defers any decision until the completion of Hilles.

Sept. 23-Oct. 8--Cliffies permitted to use all facilities of Lamont because Hilles completion is delayed.

Oct. 13--Radcliffe Government Association endorses a proposal to give Cliffies access to Lamont's main reading room and reserve books, on weekdays only.

Oct. 24--The Harvard Undergraduate Council doesn't go along, but suggests a study of the entire reserve book system instead.

Oct. 26--Library Committee announces itself in favor of "the principle" of Cliffies in Lamont. But are they any closer?