Dr. Tait, former principal of the Glasgow University, who, a few weeks ago, resigned the principalship fon account of ill-health, passed away' on Monday and the funeral took place this afternoon. 'The service, held in the University Chapel, was crowded, and was relaid in the Bute Hall, Classes for the day were closed. The internment was private and' by special request there were to be no flowers. Mr. Tait who was only 62 years of age, will be greatly missed. He was a brilliant scholar, a real gentleman and an ideal head of our [great University. Although so big]
man, occupying so great a position, he was approachable at all times by the humblest of the students, who of only honoured him but loved him as well. His resignation caused much regret throughout the University, while the news of his death came with a great shock. "His successor as principal, who was appointed a week or two ago is Sir Hector Hetherington from Liverpoot University.
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