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Local historians weekly "Back Issues" article in the Manawatū Standard. From 1935, Massey University capping traditions included a students procession from the University campus to Marae o Hine/The Square. Locally known as Procesh, students built floats which reflected social commentary of the day, often delivered in satirical fashion. A feature of the event was a street collection to raise funds for charities. Student behaviour during capping week became rowdier by the 1960s, resulting in criticism from the public. The last Procesh was held in 1987.

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Born digital
Date
March 11, 2023
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2023Pa_IMCA-DigitalArchive_041078
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Born Digital

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back issues,
manawatū standard,
marae o hine/the sqaure,
massey agricultural college,
massey university student association,
procesh,
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