Rensselaer Republican, Volume 27, Number 31, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 9 April 1896 — Mother Hay. [ARTICLE]

Mother Hay.

A curious old custom still prevails at Girard College, Philadelphia Wednesday last was “Mother Day,” and there were over 1,000 visitors to the Institution. This day is set aside for either the mothers or nearest relatives of the students to call and make their request of the management foe the relief of the boys on holidays. This time it Is for Easter, which means four or five day*, of vacation for as many gs have relatives or friends to make application.