In 1962 Holy Cross Hall was still in use as a residence hall. That December the school newspaper highlighted the inventive decoration created by the hall residents.

“The annual yuletide ritual got under way last weekend with the co-operation of all Holy Cross residents. Under the direction of Pat Burke, Senior Class President and Bob Single, Junior Class President, the 550 pound handbuilt tree was hoisted into its prearranged Christmas cradle.”

Hilltopper, December 7, 1962

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