PORTRAIT IN LOWELL HOUSE IS MUTILATED BY VANDALS

A portrait in oils of Herbert Weir Smyth '78, Eliot Professor of Greek Literature, emeritus, which was only recently hung in the large common room of Lowell House, was partially destroyed by an act of vandalism late yesterday afternoon, it was learned last night.

The picture has been removed from its position and authorities were non-commital except to the extent of confirming the rumor. It is believed that the portrait was irredeemably damaged, but the only definite statement from officials indicated that steps were being taken to prevent a repetition of the destruction.