Institute of 1770 (Harvard University)

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Active 1770
Active 1909

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A public speaking club founded on September 6, 1770 and known simply as the Speaking Club. Joined with Mercurian Club in 1773. The name changed to the Patriotic Association in 1801. In 1825, after uniting with the Hermetic Society and another society, it took the name Institute of 1770. In 1848, the I.O.H. merged with the Institute. The final merger was with the Hasty Pudding Club in 1924.

From the description of Records of the Institute of 1770, 1770-1909. (Harvard University). WorldCat record id: 426223438

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