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| During a recent photo shoot of historical plaques and markers on campus, my eye was drawn to this bronze ampersand [a professional hazard]. I knew I’d be back again sometime soon, and made a mental note to take the time to take photos of it properly. |
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| The Boston foundry of William Blake and Co. cast the bronze bell in 1871. Exactly when it was installed in the tower of the original Old Main is unclear, but records do indicate it was in place by 1892. |
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| Newly restored and set up for public display with a gift from the class of 2009, the bell was dedicated in a ceremony within sight of the Old Main bell tower, its original home. |
