University of Rhode Island - Renaissance / Grist Yearbook (Kingston, RI)

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DeDiGHTron w The staff of The Grist dedicates this 1928 Edition. Volume 28. to the Rev. Claude G. Beardslee. A.B., M.A., B.D., S.T.M.. eminent philosopher, and highly esteemed friend of the student body. Not only has he been generous, willing, and sincere in our every demand of him. hut he has been our staunch supporter at all times. These attributes coupled with his command of the subject are some of the rea- sons why his classrooms are always filled with appre- ciative undergraduates. With unlimited respect, deep admiration, and. most of all. sincere appreciation for the steadfast friend, his loyalty and justice, his sympathy and understanding, we are proud to dedicate this, our volume of Tlic Grist to him.

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FORGXDORD W H S a symbol of the spirit of Rhode Island, standing as we do in a state rich in manufacturing and commerce, and as a record perpetuating the lasting friendship and hours of happiness and diligent toil sj ent therein, we of the Class of 1928, poised as we are on the threshold of a new dawn, go forth to engage in the (ireat Adventure pledging ourselves to service to our Alma Mater and the upholding of the tradition of the past.