Blackstone College - Acorn Yearbook (Blackstone, VA)

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' i -. ‘ik liiiuss rfii 2ai J «iV i:,V.V• ii‘ Ur•:’l ;; .j : .v r •;•� ' ■ .;• Foreword , iii the coming years, the following pages will serve to bring to mind happy hours spent within the walls of old Blackstonc; if, when glancing through these leaves so filed with pleasant memories, a reminder will be offered of the lofty ideals which our col¬ lege upholds; if the result of our labors will help in any way to remind our girls of the debt of gratitude to their Alma Mater; if, in glancing through these pages, those whose footsteps once echoed through the halls will relive their college days and again sec familiar faces and scenes ,— then our labors on the Acorn of 1928 will not have been in vain. To THE ONE WHOSE YEARS OF ON TIKI NO AND UNSEEEISH DEVOTION To THE ONE WHOSE CHRIS¬ TIAN CHARACTER HAS IN¬ SPIRED MANY TO HIGHER AND NOBLER IDEALS ' o THE ONE WHOSE SYMPATHY, SINCEI TTY, AND TENDER AFFECTIONS ARE I IKE UNTO THOSE OF OUR OWN DEAR FATHERS, TO GEORGE P. ADAMS THE 1928 ACORN IS GRATEFULLY DEDICATED Geokgk I . Adams CONTENTS I Book I - - School Book II - - Classes Book III - Campus Life Book IV - Features Book I I saw Eternity the other night, Like a great ring of pure and endless light, All calm, as it was bright; And round beneath it, Time, in hours, days, years, Driv’n by the spheres Like a vast shadow moved; in which the world And all her train were hurled. s4 SCHOOL W. B. Gates President, George P. Adams Secretary and Treasurer E. S. Bennett Assistant Secretary and Treasurer W. B. Gates, A. M. Psychology and Education A. M., Randolph-Macon College; Post¬ graduate work, University of Virginia. Lillian Cabell Maben, A. B. Social Director Mathematics A. B., Randolph-Macon Woman’s College. Myra Hooper Larimore, B. S. El 1st ory Florence Normal School, Alabama; B. S. George Peabody College; Graduate work, George Peabody College. Louise Ballard, M. A. English Wesleyan College, A. B.; Emory Univer¬ sity, M.A.; Northwestern University, grad¬ uate study. Helen Ernestine LIanna, M. A. English Mississippi Woman’s College, A. B.; Tu- lane University, M. A. Margaret Marshall, A. B., M. A. Latin A. B., Vanderbilt University; M. A., Van¬ derbilt University. 15 Esther Handcock, A. B., A. M. Chemistry A. B., A. M., George Washington Univer¬ sity. James Clayton Reed, D. D. Dean of School of Religion Randolph-Macon College: University of Virginia. Ogoretta Glass, A. B., A. M. Bible and Education Director of Religious Education A. B., Duke University: A. M., Boston University School of Religious Education. Alice Reed Mathematics Randolph-Macon Woman ' s College; Sum¬ mer Term, Columbia University; Summer Term, University of Virginia. Edythe Lillian Skelton English and History Blackstone College for Girls: Summer School, Harrisonburg State Teacher ' s Col¬ lege; George Washington University. Frances Goodwin Gates Modern Language Graduate St. Hilda’s Hall; University of Virginia, Summer School; Universite de Geneva; Columbia University. 16 Nina Holt Bradshaw Commercial Blackstone College for Girls; Summer Terms, University of Virginia; Richmond Office-Training School. Emily Virginia Blair Director of Music Piano Diploma in Piano, Martha Washington College; Teacher’s Certificate, Peabody Conservatory of Music; Three years’ ad¬ vanced study with Austin Conradi; Sum¬ mer Session at Peabody 1927. Martha Fuller Piano Harmony Teacher’s Certificate and Diploma in Piano, Peabody Conservatory of Music; Harmony and Composition under Gustav Strube and Katherine S. Lucke; Pupil of Austin Conradi. Helen Swann Marks Piano Student Assistant Graduate Blackstone College; Teacher’s Certificate in Piano; Candidate for Diploma in Piano. Richmond Seay Violin Studied Violin six years at Peabody Con¬ servatory of Music; Theory under Otto Ortmann. Eva Gertrude Gary V nice Chowan College; Columbia University; Chatauqua Summer Schools; Teacher’s Diploma, American Conservatory Fontaine¬ bleau, France. 17 Mrs. L. E. Wallace Art Lebanon Normal School, Ohio; Pupil of Prof. Bellows, New York City. T. W. Ellf.n, A. A. Expression and Physical Education A. A., Marjorie Webster School of Ex¬ pression and Physical Education; Harvard University. Mary Lee Bennett Librarian House Mother Norfolk and Farmville Colleges; Ran- dolph-Macon Woman’s College; New Eng¬ land Conservatory of Miusic, Boston: French Student in Paris. Mrs. H. A. Taylor Matron Will B. Otey, R. N. Nurse Graduate Virginia Hospital; Member, National Organization Public Health Nur¬ ses ; Red Cross Nursing Service. W. V. Atkins, M. D. Physician Graduate, Louisville Medical College; Virginia Polytechnic Institute. 18 Book II Come, my friends, ’Tis not too late to seek a newer world. Push off, and sitting well in order smite The so ' unding furrows; for my purpose holds To sail beyond the sunset, and the baths Of all the western stars, until I die. CLASSES ,Y Miss Lillian Maben Sponsor College Senior Class Motto: We build the ladder by which we climb Colors: Orchid and Pink Flower: Sweet Pea OF Id CEPS Virginia Keene.... Ethel Downing. Evelyn Harvey. Glady s Cbowt h er. Bessie Grin nan.... Evelyn Harvey. . President . I ire ■President .Secretary and Treasurer . Class Poet . Class Prophet . Class H istorian 19 MARY LAURA BIDDLE NORFOLK, VIRGINIA Athletic Association, 1926-27: Tiger, 1926-28; Y. W. C. A., 1926-28; Poe Lit¬ erary Society, 1926-27; Tidewater-Rich- mond Club, 1927-28; Secretary, 1928 Acorn; Le Cercle Francais; 1926-27; Epworth League 1926-28; - I X. Steadiness and pluck and determina¬ tion ; these describe our “Biddle” per¬ fectly. She is one of those girls you can’t help but like. Quiet and reserved to those who are not her intimate friends; among those who know and love her; she is lively to the nth degree. Best of luck, “Biddle.” JULIA BOWLER CRIGLERSVILLE, VIRGINIA Epworth League, 1926-28; Bats, 1926- 28; Lanier Literary Society 1926-27; Rambling Ten Hiking Club, 1927-28; Semper Fidelis Club, 1926-28; Athletic Association, 1926-28; Madison Club, 1927 -28; Le Cercle Francais, 1926-27. W ho is that little girl over there? A high school kid? No, of course not, it ' s Julia and she’s a full fledged Senior. Julia may be little, and rather inclined to he a mouse, but her friends declare that she is great fun. Julia is one of the folks that constitutes our Senior class. She is the short of the long and short of it. 20 RUTH BRUBAKER RIVERTON, VIRGINIA Y. W. C. A., 1926-28; Athletic Asso¬ ciation, 1926-28; Epworth League, 1926- 28; Secretary Epworth League, 1927-28; Sidney Lanier Literary Society, 1926-27 ; Bat, 1926-28; Le Cercle Francais, 1926- 28; President “Flock o ' Trampers Hyk- ing Klub,” 1926-27; Dramatic Club, 1927- 28; Basket-ball Squad, 1927-28. Just “a song without words.” You won’t see Ruth at her best until you see her on the basket-ball floor. No, Sir! that isn ' t all she means to us, though. Did you ever see Ruth in any but an amiable mood and without her ready smile? Can we say anything better for Ruth than that we’d all enjoy her as a friend, always ? ALMA HAZEL CARPENTER PRATTS, VIRGINIA Bats, 1927-28; Epworth League, 1927- 28; Le Cercle Francais, 1926-27; Music- Club, 1926-28; Harvey Hiking Club, 1927 -28; Athletic Association, 1926-28; Sid¬ ney Lanier Literary Society, 1926-27; President Madison Club, 1927-28; “Flock o’ Trampers Hyking Klub, ” 1926-27. Every one admires the lovely color in Hazel’s cheeks, and the twinkle in her brown eyes. She may be happy-go-lucky, but she’s sincere and a friend worth knowing. Hazel is always in the thick of the fun and in the thickest was where she landed the time she went snipe hunt¬ ing. 21 KATHLEEN CLAY CLARKSBURG, W. VA. 2 I X ; A L X President, Poe Literary Society, 1926-27; Glee Club, 1926-28; Basket-ball, 1926-28; Bats, 1926-28; Cap¬ tain Bats, 1927-28; Literary Editor Acorn. 1927-28: President Y. XV. C. A., 1927-28; Captain, 1927-28 Squad. Surely the poet who wrote, “Light eyes, bright eyes, daughter of a fay,” was thinking of Kathleen ' s counterpart. Truly she was favored by the fairies, for she possesses so many admirable qualities that we have summed them up in our own expression, the “most talen¬ ted. As a running center, she has few superiors on the basket-ball court; as an artist, she’s the best; as a student, her teachers say she ' s fine; she’s Black- stone’s Jenny Lind. MARION ATLEE COLEMAN SCOTTSVILLE, VIRGINIA Y. Y. C. A., 1926-28; Tigers, 1926-28; Poe Literary Society, 1926-27; “Flock o’ Trampers Hyking Klub,” 1926-28; Dram¬ a tic Club, 1926-28; Epworth League, 1926 -28; Harvey Hiking Club, 1927-28: 2 IX. From Marion’s first cheer) ' word, to her witty conversation and her fleeting smile, you know she is what we Amer¬ icans call true blue.” Only time can show how much her faithfulness to duty, her friendship and her jollity have meant to her Alma Mater. Were we all more like her, we should never fear that Black- stone’s ideals would ever fail to be up¬ held. ELEANOR CRAVEN TRINITY, N. C. Y. W. C. A., 1927-28; Wynn Hiking Club, 1927-28; Bats, 1927-28; Athletic Association, 1927-28; A 2 X. “Shine” is one of our smallest and, yes, she is our cutest Senior; and some one has described her thusly: “She ' s the girl that makes a hit, Has what Elinor Glynn calls “It,” Never mad, always gay, just a girl that wins her way. Never worrying, always free, So just what more could a girl be?” FRANCES CROWDER BLACKSTONE, VIRGINIA Tigers, 1924-26; Bats, 1926-28; Y. W. C. A., 1927-28; Glee Club, 1927-28; Day Students’ Club, 1927-28. Are you looking for a songster? A girl loyal to friends and duty? One who means something fine and beauti¬ ful to those about her? Look no more, for you have found her in Frances. We have wished all the wishes we know, so we can only say that we hope you will have them all. 23 GLADYS CROWTHER KINSALE, VIRGINIA Poe Literary Society, 1926-27; Y. W. C. A., 1926-28; Bats, 1926-28; Epworth League, 1926-28; Latin Club, 1926-27; Northern Neck Club, 1926-27; Basket¬ ball Squad 1926-27 ; Athletic Association, 1926-28. “Sweet and Low isn ' t that Gladys? But to really know her just read her rhymes. The Senior class of ' 28 will be known largely because it contained a poet. When Gladys demonstrates her de¬ livery in a speech, you just naturally “sit up and take notice. We admire her for this but we haven’t room to tell you the rest. You will just have to know Gladys for yourself and then you ' ll love her as we do. MYRTLE CROWTHER BYRDTON, VIRGINIA Y. W. C. A., 1926-27; Northern Neck Club, 1926-28; Le Cercle Francais, 1926- 27; Athletic Association, 1927-28; Ep¬ worth League, 1926-28; Tiger, 1926-28; Poe Literary Society, 1926-27. If Gladys sings “Sweet and Low,” the other Crowther” sings “Smiles, for we rarely see Myrtle blue. When she entered B. C. G., in the seemingly long ago,” she was smiling, and we have come to depend upon her for our sunshine when the skies are dark. 24 ETHEL AIL WORTH DOWNING M APPSBURG, VIRGINIA Athletic Association, 1926-28; Y. W. C. A., 1926-28; Epworth League, 192t - 28; Vice-President Epworth League, 1926-27; Secretary, Lc Cercle Francais, 1926-27; Latin Club, 1926-27; “block o’ Trampers Dyking Kluh,” 1926-27; Har¬ vey Hiking Club, 1927-28; Lanier Liter¬ ary Society, 1926-27; Vice-President Se¬ nior Class, 1927-28; President Eastern Shore Club, 1927-28. Wham! Bang! Who’s that rushing wildly down the hall? It’s none other than our “Et.” She hails from the East- ern Shore, as one can easily tell from her breezy cheerful manner. And yet, she can be serious too. She has a sweet and lovable disposition, and is a good friend to all. Ssh! Let’s whisper it- but it’s not a secret—she is the wisest member of our class. RUBY DUNKUM GREEN SPRING DEPOT, VIRGINIA Athletic Association, 1926-28; Bats, 1926-28; Y. W. C. A., 1926-28; Epworth League, 1926-28; Le Cercle Francais, 1926-27; Lanier Literary Society, 1926- 27: “block o’ Trampers Dyking Kluh, ’ 1926-27; Harvey Diking Club, 1927-28; Treasurer, 1928 Acorn. Did we hear some one call Ruby a drudge, a constant worker? We know that Ruby doesn’t have to label her books “open all night, for she doesn’t have to pore over them. In her, we land genius inborn, and along with that, we bind good sportsmanship. To sum Rubv up, we say that there is nothing in which she cannot excell, should she but try, and besides that, she is a friend. 25 CATHERINE LOUISE ENGLISH ACORN, VIRGINIA Poe Literary Society. 1926-28; Y. W. C. A., 1926-28: Tiger, 1926-28; Epworth League, 1926-28; Northern Neck Club, 1926-28; Secretary and Treasurer North¬ ern Neck Club, 1927-28; Teachers’ Training Class, 1926-27; Substitute Drawing Teacher, 1927-28. We can ' t find words to describe Cath¬ erine, but we appreciate her ! She is full of fun, and so good natured that we feel quite at ease with her. Her room¬ mates play jokes on her, but she is the same good sport, and nothing phases her. And let us add—she has a sense of humor! She has brought with her to college the dear loving way of our mothers and this above all else has made her mean much to us. BESSIE VIRGINIA GRINNAN SMITH FIELD, VIRGINIA Glee Club, 1926-28; Vice-President Glee Club, 1927-28; Le Cercle Francais, 1926-27; Vice-President Poe Literary Society, 1926-27; Y. W. C. A. Cabinet, 1926- 27; Y. W. C. A. Cabinet, 1927-28; Secretary Junior College Class, 1926-27; Tiger. 1926-28; Athletic Association, 1927- 28; President Student Body, 1927- 28; President Tidewater-Richmond Club, 1927-28: I X. Browning alone has power to describe the girl whom we love so much. Her personality is so deep, so fine that no word of ours can express it. She’s a charming girl, a gracious girl, a girl so full of fun, a lovable girl, a capable girl, a thousand girls in one. A perfect girl nobly planned, to warn, to comfort and command,” is our much loved Council President. 26 ELINOR CLAGETT HALT. KILMARNOCK, VIRGINIA Le Cercle Erancais, 1926-28; Northern Neck Clul), 1927-28 ; Poe Literary Society, 1926- 27; Athletic Association, 1926-28; Bat, 1926-28; Tennis Club, 1926-28; Ep- worth League, 1926-28; Hiking Club, 1927- 28. We hardly know how to express “Elinor.” She’s a puzzle, but we ' ll all admit that she brings in the good marks and loves good times. Last year we thought Elinor a sweet little kid, hut we find to our amazement this year that she has grown up into a sweet and ex¬ tremely dignified senior. Perhaps she has become attached to the town of Blackstone and perhaps—yes, perhaps that has wrought the change. We wish her the best in life and with her shrewd good sense, she will succeed. MARY EVELYN HARVEY CONCORD DEPOT, VIRGINIA Athletic Association, 1926-28; Le Cer¬ cle Francais, 1926-27; Bat, 1926-28; Y. W. C. A., 1926-28; Latin Club, 1926-27; block o’ Trampers Hyking Klub, 1926- 27; Hiking Master Harvey Hiking Club, 1927-28; Secretary Sidney Lanier Li I erary Society, 1926-27: Epworth League Cabinet, 1926-27; Secretary Senior Class, 1927-28. “Girls like her are very few. Always gay and never blue, A charming smile both here and there Winning friends everywhere. This is she—but- -still we ' ll say She ' s a mighty good friend in every way. A sweet personality she has for sure, And down in her heart, we know she’s pure.” And this is Evelyn. Have you ever noticed the mischievous twinkle in her dancing eyes? Well, we did, and voted accordingly. 27 ELIZABETH HOLMAN ADSIT, VIRGINIA Y. W. C. A., 1926-28; Epworth Lea¬ gue, 1926-28; Bats, 1926-28; President, 10:20 Club, 1926-27; Treasurer, Music Club, 1926-27: Treasurer, SIX; Le Cer- cle Francais; Sunday School Teacher, 1927-28: Latin Club, 1926-27; Acorn Staff, 1927-28; Sidney Lanier Literary Society, 1926-27; Straggler ' s Club, 1927- 28. Here, there and every where with a smile and a word of cheer. Always liv¬ ing for others in her own sweet way, that is our “Liz.” She has made her place in our hearts and wherever we meet, Liz will always hold that place hy her winning personality and sweet memories of college days. HELEN HEDGMAN HURST KILMARNOCK, VIRGINIA French Club, 1926-27; Northern Neck Club. 1926-28: Tennis Club. 1926-27: Poe Literary Society, 1926-27; Athletic As¬ sociation, 1926-28; Tiger, 1926-28; Hik¬ ing Club, 1928; Epworth League, 1926- 28. We might label Hurst and Hall as typical examples of the famed Siamese twins: for they are seldom seen apart. Yet, Plelen is a charming individual her¬ self, and her wise looks in Science class command the respect of all her comrades. Helen will make her mark in the world, we are sure, and we would have missed her had she not been among us, for she has a corner in each of our hearts. 28 EDNA VIRGINIA JOHNSON PEDLAR MILLS, VIRGINIA Athletic Association, 1927-28; Le Cer- cle Francais, 1926-27; Poe Literary So¬ ciety, 1926-27; Semper Fidelis Club, 1926-28; Captain “Rambling Ten” Hik¬ ing Club, 1927-28; Epworth League, 1927 28. We ' d hardly know Edna was in B. C. G. if we waited for her to tell about herself. But her actions speak- so loud¬ ly that we can ' t help noticing her. Edna and an amiable disposition are synono- mous. She ' s just the kind of girl the world is waiting for ; kind, cordial, quiet, and willing to study any problem to a successful conclusion, especially problems connected with books. VIRGINIA KEENE CHARLES TOWN, WEST VIRGINIA President Class, 1926-28; Student Exe¬ cutive Board, 1926-28; Vice-President of Student Executive Board, 1927-28; Tiger, 1926-28; Athletic Association, 1926-28; Captain Tigers, 1927-28; Bas¬ ket-ball Squad, 1926-28; Tennis Team, 1926-28; Epworth League, 1926-28; Sec¬ retary of League, 1926-27; Le Cercle Francais, 1925-27; 10:20 Club, 1926-27; Acorn Staff, 1927-28; - ' X. What a girl 1 To tell of her many characteristics for good would till a vol¬ ume. Full of pep, fun, and always smil ing; that’s Virginia! And to crown her other virtues, we might add that she in¬ spires one—She ' s our President! We can ' t describe her but will say: “She is an all around girl.” 29 ESTHER VIRGINIA KING PROSPECT, VIRGINIA Y. W. C. A., 1926-28; Amicae Rom- anorum, 1926-27; Consul Latin Club, 1927-28; Editor-in r Chief. 1928 Acorn; Epworth League, 1926-28; Correspond¬ ing Secretary Epworth League, 1927-28; Sidney Lanier Literary Society, 1926-27; Le Cercle Francais, 1926-28; ‘‘Flock o’ Trampers H y k i n g Klub,” 1926-27 ; Treasurer Junior College Class, 1926-27; X I X. Our Esther ! Demure, yet naughty ; seemingly quiet, but bubbling over with fun. Her blue eyes seem dreamy, but wait! She is contemplating mischief. She seldom burns the midnight oil, but looks wise in class—and why should she worry ? Esther is a true sport, and a worthy friend. GEORGIA MANN MONTROSS, VIRGINIA Y. W. C. A., 1926-28; Epworth Lea¬ gue, 1926-28; Athletic Association, 1926- 28; Bat, 1926-27; Humor Editor, 1928 Acorn ; Secretary of Sidney Lanier Lit¬ erary Society, 1927; Le Cercle Francais, 1926-28; Secretary of Senior Class, 1927- 28; Vice-President of Northern Neck Club, 1927-28; “Flock o’ Trampers Hyk- ing Klub,” 1926-27. She’s not at all manly despite her mas¬ culine name. When we hear the words of a poem through the medium of her voice, it ' s much more beautiful than the mere words, and oh, how proud the poet should feel to have his work given by our Georgia. Something else about her voice. She uses it in another way for our enjoyment; to phrase her witty sayings. Yes, she’s just “Someone to Love” and we are sure the world is go¬ ing to recognize the fact. 30 MABEL NASH BLACKSTONE, VIRGINIA Y. W. C. -A., 1926-28; President Day Students’ Club, 1927-28; Music Club, 1926-28; Tiger, 1926-28; Treasurer of 13 Club, 1927-28; Hygiene Club, 1927-28. No one ever accuses Mabel of staying too long in a class room. Just let the teacher be one minute late and Mabel heads the line to the door. The “other Nash” is never behind in the race. “To know her is to love her.” hor rarely can one pass Mabel without being the recipient of her good smile and friendly wave of the hand. PEARL NASH BLACKSTONE, VIRGINIA Y. VV. C. A„ 1927-28; Day Students’ Club, 1927-28; Hygiene Club, 1927-28; I bits, 1926-28. Just another Nash, lint she with her quiet, sweet personality means so much more to us than any mere machine. There are so many things about her that are in that class which we describe as (), I wish 1 could do that too.’ And not least of these is her ability in music. We are sure she ' ll play her way into every one’s heart as she has into ours with her sweet melody both of piano and life. 31 GERTRUDE NELSON CHARLOTTE COURT HOUSE. VIRGINIA Y. W. C. A., 1926-28; Tigers, 1926-28; Epworth League, 1926-28; Poe Literary Society, 1926-27: Le Cercle Francais, 1927-28; Semper Fidelis Club, 1926-27; Athletic Association, 1926-28. A friend indeed is Gertrude. A cap¬ able girl with a sweet and lovable dis¬ position. She is always smiling, has a pleasant word for everyone and is ready to help. We wish her the greatest suc¬ cess in life. DOROTHY OGDEN ELKO, VIRGINIA Sidney Lanier Literary Society, 1926- 27; Flock o ' Trampers Hyking Klub,” 1926-27; Y. W. C. A., 1926-28; Vice- President of Y. W. C. A., 1927-28; Mu¬ sic Club, 1926-28; Glee Club, 1926-28; Secretary of Music Club, 1926-27; Ep¬ worth League, 1926-28; Photographic Editor, 1928 Acorn; Athletic Associa¬ tion, 1926-28; Bats, 1926-28; Tidewater- Richmond Club, 1927-28; Northern Neck Club, 1926-28. “Accuse not nature, she has done her part.” Yes, this well-known expression certainly applies to Dorothy. We can’t describe that grace, beauty, well modu¬ lated voice, and well! just Dorothy, be¬ cause we have neither the vocabulary of Webster nor the art of Browning or Tennyson. But just read the most love¬ ly words that have ever been written about a true, gentle woman and that won’t quite be Dorothy. 32 VIRGINIA ROBINSON CARTER SV1LLE, VIRGINIA Lanier Literary Society, 1920-27 ; Mu¬ sic Club, 1927-28; Athletic Association, 1927-28; Bats, 1926-28; Epworth League, 1927-28; Treasurer of Epworth League, 1927-28; Hiking Club, 1926-28; Le Cer- cle Erancais, 1926-27 O I X, She is a Senior type we’d all like to model. Suffice it to say, that life seems sweeter, the skies seem bluer, and friends seem truer after Virginia has crossed our daily path. Sad and lonely, old and young, will always welcome her as we have. Wherever we may go, a little bit of Virginia ' s charm and daintiness will remain with us always. VIRGINIA ROSE TWYMAN’s MILL, VIRGINIA Y. W. C. A., 1926-28; Epworth Lea¬ gue, 1926-28; Athletic Association, 1926- 28; Tiger, 1926-28; Lanier Literary So¬ ciety, 1926-27; Hiking Master “block o ' Trampers Hyking Klub,” 1926-27; Le Cercle Erancais, 1926-27; Madison (lub, 1927-28; Harvey Hiking Club, 1927-28 “Cinia” is the dearest girl. She is surely a good neighbor, and that is say¬ ing a lot, for a good neighbor is one who is kind, jolly, doesn’t mind how much you borrow, always ready for a good ole chat, and can stand the noise. We love her, and here’s hoping we meet many more like her on life ' s way, for ’twill make life far more sweet. 33 FRANCES SAUNDERS SOUTH HILL, VIRGINIA Athletic Association, 1926-28; Basket- hall Squad, 1926-28; Tiger, 1926-28; Sec¬ retary and Treasurer of Latin Club, 1926-27; Y. W. C. A. Cabinet, 1926-28; Epworth League Cabinet, 1926-27; Pres¬ ident of Epworth League, 1927-28; 10:20 i luh, 1926-27; Dramatic Club, 1927-28: Le Cercle Francais, 1927-28: Poe Lit¬ erary Society, 1926-27: Advertising Man¬ ager of 1928 Acorn ; - LX, Our faculty says “Charm” is indes¬ cribable ; so of course we can ' t define Frances. It ' s an adorable friend, the sweetest girl you ever knew with beauty, brains and cheerfulness added in equal parts until we have just “Frankie.” What’s the cure for home sickness and the “dumps?” Her smile. With a new ' girl, it ' s love at first sight. With the old ones, adoration on long acquaintance; and with the teachers, the respect and appreciation for an ideal pupil. The world may give her all it can, and then Blackstone will say, “It ' s not half enough.” ROSALIE LADELLE THORPE NEWSOMS, VIRGINIA Poe Literary Society, 1926-27; Y. . C. A„ 1926-27; Y. W. C. A. Cabinet, 1927-28; Athletic Association, 1926-28; Bats, 1925-28; Sunday School Teacher. 1927-28; Epworth League, 1926-28; Le Cercle Francais, 1926-28; Pawnee Hik¬ ing Club, 1927-28. A working hand, a cheerful smile, living for others all the while. We wax poetic when we come to La- delle. She is a regular girl, always ready to lend a helping hand to some poor stumbler. And she is full of fun. To listen to Ladelle ' s cheerful giggle would cheer anyone. EMILY TYSINGER BANCO, VIRGINIA Y. YV. C. A., 1926-28; Epworlh Lea¬ gue, 1926-28; Athletic Association, 1926- 28; Madison Club, 1927-28; “Rambling Ten” Hiking Club, 1927-28; Semper Fidelis Club, 1926-28; Sidney Lanier Literary Society, 1926-27; Tiger, 1926- 28; Blue Ridge Club, 1926-27. Here comes Julia and Emily. Since Julia is the short of it, I suppose Emily is the long of it. Emily is a jolly soul judging from the fun she has with her friends on “Council Alley.” Blackstone will miss her happy laugh, but this same laugh will go a long way toward future success. LUCY WARING REMO, VIRGINIA 1. W. C. A., 1926-28; Secretary V. W. C. A., 1927-28; Poe Literary Society, 1926-27; I iger, 1926-28; Northern Neck ( lub, 1926-28; President of Northern Neck ( lub, 1927-28; Girls Friendly So¬ ciety, 1926-27; Sponsor Christian En¬ deavor, 1927-28; Latin Club, 1926-27; Le Ccrcle Francais, 1926-27; Pawnee Hiking Club, 1927-28. Lucy is going to be a big success somewhere where math is a factor. She’s another math shark, but a good sport too. Ask her about “Tingier” and she will deliver an inspiring speech. Per¬ haps she’ll teach math over there some day. 35 HELEN VIRGINIA WILCHER BRIDGEWATER, VIRGINIA Basket-ball Squad. 1926-28; Glee Club. 1927-28; Acorn Staff, 1927-28; Y. Y. C. A., 1926-28; Poe Literary Society, 1926-27; W. Va. Club, 1926-27; Tennis Club, 1926-28; Tiger, 1926-28. We might take “Tango” as we would a geometric figure, and describe her, point for point, and virtue for virtue. We might say that she is athletic; a good sport in any phase of the game; cute; full of mischief; and then we stop for breath ! She ' s another one of these all around girls, and the words that will just describe her are elusive, and we just can ' t chase them down. LUCY LEE WILLIAMS BLACKSTONE, VIRGINIA Vice-President Day Student Club, 1927-28; Hygiene Club, 1927-28. Lucy Lee is a town girl, vet she is so busily engaged in college pursuits and activities that she seems as one of the dormitory girls. A diligent student and seeker of knowledge, our hearts are filled with pride when we send you out as a representative of the C lass of ' 28. 36 MARION WINN ALBERTA, VIRGINIA Epworth League, 1926-28; Tigers, 1926-28; 10-20 Club, 1926-27; Music Club, 1926-28; Y. W. C. A., 1926-28; Poe Literary Society, 1926-27; Le Cerclc I ' rancais, 1926-27. She’s one of these quiet, sincere girls that one might think hides her light under a bushel, but those who know her can tell you better. Marion is al ways ready to stop on her way to prac¬ tice piano and smile at some “witticism.” She’s smart, and she has much ability in the musical world. We know that “Steady” Marion will make a success of her life. MARY ELIZABETH WOODARD KENI.Y, NORTH CAROLINA Y. W. C. A., 1926-28; Bats, 1926-28; Athletic Association, 1926-28; Cheer Leader, 1927-28; Epworth League, 1926- -28; North Carolina Club, 1926-28; Sem¬ per bidelis Club, 1926-27; Tennis Club, 1926-28; Le ( ercle Francais 1926 2 : Poe Literary Society, 1926-27; Hiking Club, 1926-28. “Liz”—don’t ever insult our love for her by calling her formal “Elizabeth ! Why is her name connected with “Bats? She’s their cheery, cheer leader, and don’t you ever forget it! Fifteen rails! one, two! one, two! blow can we refuse to give it when Liz asks? And we’re sure the vim she has put into Blackstonc “rooting” will return to her in her own cheers through life. 37 History of the Senior Class RADI A 1 ION—COMMENCEMEN I . I hese clays certainly partake °f the past. I he two years gone are here in evidence in each individ¬ ual character in the corporate life of the class. In the fall of 1926, we set sail from all things familiar in a great piratical ship called “Bon Adventure” bound for a distant country, famed for its wondrous beauty, endless leisure, innumerable privileges. It was a calm, peaceful day in autumn, bright with the sunshine of hope, and the sea was smooth and unruffled ; the crew, a jolly bunch of eager students, were happy and restless in these new undertakings. Soon the ardor of the group of pirates w as dampened by tbe appearance of clouds in tbe hitherto blue sky, heralding the approaching storm of college work. The “Bon Adventure rode safely through the great waves awakened by tbe hours of home-sickness, difficult tasks, and innumerable hardships, inflected by that relentless hand of wild beings called “Seniors.” Tbe days began to seem a little sweeter and tbe tasks to grow lighter as the stalwart mates became adjusted to their duties and to each other. While they were not yet heavy with the weight of many experiences they were beginning to feel that theirs was the right to live. The sea was not always smooth and beautiful to look upon. There were little gales frequently arising, which seemed of the deepest concern while they lasted, yet each was withstood and soon forgotten by the undaunted crew. For a season the “Bon Adventure” lay at anchor in a safe and merry harbor. It launched forth on the morning of September 17, 1927, with re¬ newed vigor and determination, leaving four of its crew in port. Those who embarked were filled with the spirit of impending success, caused by the near approach of their destination. The pirates had become closely attached to one another after many varied experiences and narrow escapes. It is with some degree of sadness mingled with exultation of gaining a long sought port that they review their two years spent together in an effort to attain a common goal, sadness because upon their arrival at the final port, they must part, per¬ haps never to see each other as a crew again. Evelyn Harvey. Class Poem Slowly Blackstone’s year was closing O ' er the years so far away, Giving to the zoo rid its Seniors On that glad and glorious day. Let us stop and view the pathway, View the future yet untrod, I dew the streaming, glorious, future That each Senior here must plod. Vs zee leave old Black stone College, Leave the place zvc ' vc learned to love. Come, go zvith us, Blackstone Spirit, Hover near us, like a dove. We zuill carry many a memory, Memories from our college gained; In the future dear old college, So indeed, shall they remain. In our wanderings, dear old college. Should zve travel unknozvn ground, Often zvill our thoughts returning Bless the place where truth zve foun d. So zve leave the dear old college, For life ' s ever-hroadcuing zvay. Ever, first, though in the future Shall our Alma Mater be. Growthkr, ’28. 39 Senior Class Prophecy !K. years have elapsed since the Senior Class of 1928 of Blackstone College was graduated and disbanded, each member going her way, each striving to reach her goal, each hoping for the same thing—success. I ' ve’ had a feeling all day that something would happen, just what I do not know. But on the tenth anniversary of my graduation day something must happen. My thoughts, naturally, are of my classmates, each of them occupying a spot in my heart. I wonder how many have achieved success? How many have attained the goals toward which they were working? Ah! this remains to be seen. My thoughts were interrupted by the sound of the door bell. On getting up and going to the door I found there my friend and roommate, Mary Biddle. We exchanged greetings and then settled down for a nice long chat. Of course I wanted to know what she was doing and where she was living. She said, Well, I ' m still living at home but I won ' t be very long. I ' m going to be mar¬ ried in two or three months (the exact date hasn ' t been set.) We’re having the’most attrac¬ tive bungalow built, but speaking of bungalows, do you remember that lovely little brick bungalow on Main Street in Blackstone?—the one in which the girls always wanted to go? Well, Evelyn Harvey has not only gone in, but gone in to stay. She has married its owner and is now mistress of that home. “Really? Well, I always thought she would. When and how did you learn all this? “Oh, I’ve been sporting around a little. On passing through Blackstone I stopped at the College. Guess who 1 found teaching there? Ruby Dunkurn, head of the English depart¬ ment; Lucy Lee Williams, mathematics teacher; Virginia Robinson, head of the piano de¬ partment, with Hazel Carpenter as her assistant. Evelyn told me that Virginia is no longer known as Miss Rose. Joe’s persuasive powders have finally succeeded.” I suppose she’s still as crazy about him as she w ' as before they were married. But good¬ ness ! I’m not even giving you a chance to breathe. Did you see or hear of any more of our classmates ? Yes, indeed, Ladelle Thorpe and Myrtle Crowther are successfully running a tea room in the Northern Neck. With everyone crazy about it, it’s the most popular place up there. Oh, yes, Ladelle told me that Lucy Waring is a very efficient missionary in China. Guess where Gertrude Nelson is? I met her in Miller and Rhoads. She is matron of the Metho¬ dist Orphanage. I saw Emily Tysinger, Julia Bowler, and Edna Johnson near Charlottes¬ ville. They are teaching in the same school, quite successfully, I heard. “I’m glad that so many of my classmates are making names for themselves. By the way, have you read Gladys Crowther ' s book of poems? It’s charming. The one I like particul¬ arly is Ode to Ole Blackstone. I’ve never read a more refreshing poem. If you haven’t a copy you may read mine.” It seemed only a moment before Mary arose to leave, but during this short time how much I had learned of my classmates and their successes. I sat down and unconsciously picked up the New York Times. To my astonishment I saw ' a familiar face pictured on it. “The first lady of the land entertains at the most brilliant social event of early summer.” No wonder the face seemed familiar. It was that of Dorothy Ogden! Well, well! But what’s this? “Richmond welcomes two Virginia airatrices. Misses Elinor Hall and Helen Hurst, hailed as the first airatrices to fly around the world.” Truly the class of ’28 is achieving fame. PERSONALS Among those who arrived in New York today on the S. S. Leviathian are Misses Eliza¬ beth Woodard and Eleanor Craven who have been spending the winter and early spring in Paris and the Riviera. Miss Woodard is one of New York’s most attractive young society leaders. Miss Craven is connected with the Ziegfeld Follies and will appear as leading lady in Sky High, which is having its premiere this year.” “Miss Ruth Brubaker, athletic coach of Vassar College, has returned to her home here to spend the summer. Under her successful leadership during the past two years, the Vassar basket-ball team has scored many victories.” “The art exhibit of Miss Kathleen Clay’s paintings will open tomorrow afternoon at three o ' clock in the Society of Arts Building. Miss Clay is a promising young artist. Critics commend her for her originality and coloring.” “This paper wishes to announce that Misses Esther King, Helen Wilcher, Catherine English, and Willie Newman have accepted positions on the staff. Miss King will be editor- in-chief with Miss Wilcher as the advertising manager. Miss English, a cartoonist of note, has been employed in that capacity. Miss Newman will furnish tested recipes for our column. Good Things to Eat.” Tiring of the paper I went over to the radio and turned it on. “This is station WEAF, New York City, broadcasting. The next number on our pro¬ gram will be a lecture, The Younger Generation and Its Future by Miss Ethel Downing, a student of Harvard University.” Crack, crack, snap, bang! “Oh, shucks! Why can’t I hear that? I hate static.” “Station WBAL, Baltimore, broadcasting. Miss Marion Winn is giving her graduating recital from Peabody Conservatory. The next number will be Liszt ' s Rhapsodic Number Eleven.” “Oh! now to enjoy some good music!” Slip, plunk, bang. “Station WLS, Chicago, broadcasting. The opening number of our program will be a talk, The Correct Use of Wit, by Miss Georgia Mann, Editor of College Humor.” Snap, bang! “More static, and I want to hear that talk so much. I’ll just have to try something else.” “This is station WTAM, Cincinnati, broadcasting. Our program tonight will feature the Nash sisters, Misses Mabel and Pearl, graduates of the Cincinnati Conservatory. Their program will include”— Boom, zip, bah! “This is an awful night for radio. I’ve never heard so much static.” “Station WRC, Washington, broadcasting. Miss Frances Saunders, founder and pres¬ ident of the Saunders School of Expression, which now ranks with the Marjorie Webster School of Expression and Physical Education, will now read for us. Her first number will be Ode to Ole Blackstone.” “How singular—Gladys Crowther’s poem !” Pop, crackle ! “This is station WJZ New York, broadcasting. The next number on the program for the musical hour will be a vocal solo by Miss Frances Crowder, entitled” Bing, bang, puff! “Station WEAF, New York, broadcasting. Miss Elizabeth Holman, a graduate nurse of Saint Luke’s Hospital will now give a talk on Personal Hygiene.” Bang, zip, scratch ! “You have just been listening to a speech made by Miss Virginia Keene, of West Vir¬ ginia, on the subject of Friendly Interstate Relations. Miss Keene was recently elected gov¬ ernor of West Virginia by an overwhelming majority.” “This WRVA, Edgeworth Tobacco Station, Richmond, Virginia, broadcasting. Miss Marion Coleman, one of Virginia’s Senators, will be the next speaker. Her subject will be Virginia and Her Schools.” As I had found that all my classmates were successful, I waited to hear no more. That was sufficient. Each had built the ladder by which she had climbed to the pinnacle of achieve¬ ment. Each had realized the truth of Longfellow in The Builders. “Build today, then, strong and sure With a firm and ample base And ascending and secure Shall tomorrow find its place.” Gkinnan, ’28. 41 f nut ,C) i Cu r £ UJisest £, C«Hvtn Q- Hlflon - P ; I Class I ' W -JwL low N IH )3e«t Spo ' ?’ BesUP H-) ° r£ Hoimflfl- fDostlM PDost Rttileti 6 Vo u® £ . M(� «% €t| H. UJilzhe.% Miss Fan Gates Sponsor College Junior Class Motto: There’s no pathway of flowers leading to glory Colors: Green and While Flower: White Rose OFFICERS Mary Ellice Lee . President Dorot h y Bridg fort ii. Secretary Mary Louise Ryman. Treasurer 43 MARTHA BARROW BLACKSTONE, VIRGINIA DOROTHY BRIDGFORTH KENBR1DGE, VIRGINIA ELIZABETH CLARKE APPOMATTOX, VIRGINIA LUCILE CUMMINGS LEXINGTON, VIRGINIA KATHRYN EYE CLOVERDALE, VIRGINIA BARBARA FISHER SUTTON, WEST VIRGINIA 44 ANNIE FRUIT GORDONSVILLE, VIRGINIA ELIZABETH GODWIN NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA MARY HARRISON GRAY BLACKSTONE, VIRGINIA VIRGINIA HALLTGAN PETERSBURG, VIRGINIA BERNICE HAMMOCK BLACKSTONE, VIRGINIA RANDOLPH HARDY BLACKSTONE, V1RGINIA 45 HELEN HAWTHORNE WHITE STONE, VIRGINIA HELEN HUDSON SOUTH II1LL, VIRGINIA ELIZABETH HURTT FRANKTOWN, VIRGINIA ALLIE KELLY MARLINTON, WEST VIRGINIA NORENE KING GASBURG, VIRGINIA ABILENE KUTZ FAYETTEVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA 46 MARY ELLICE LEE GOLDSBORO, NORTH CAROLINA SHIRLEY LINTHICUM DENDRON, VIRGINIA RUTH MAGNESS ESMONT, VIRGINIA JULIA MAP? bird’s NEST, VIRGINIA OPAL MARSHALL FRANKFORT, WEST VIRGINIA AGATHA MOORE ROANOKE RAPIDS, NORTH CAROLINA 47 DAISY NASH BLACK STONE, VIRGINIA VIRGINIA NEEL MARL1NTON, WEST VIRGINIA MILDREDPURDUM IIYATTSVILLE, MARYLAND M A R G A RET R A W LIN S O N BLACKSTONE, VIRGINIA FRANCES REED HINNON, VIRGINIA RUTH ROGERS CLARKSBURG, WEST VIRGINIA 48 MARY LOUISE RYMAN BRIDGETON, NORTH CAROLINA BERYL TITUS PETERSBURG, VIRGINIA BROOKIE TUGGLE BLACK STONE, VIRGINIA ELIZABETH TURNER EXMORE, VIRGINIA EUGENIA WHITE SCOTTSVILLE, VIRGINIA 49 Special Students ANNIE LAURIE BARDEN CREWE, VIRGINIA EVA BELLE DEANE P.LACK STONE, VIRGINIA RUTH JOHNSON GORDONSVTLLE, VIRGINIA MARY KELLAM BELLE HAVEN, VIRGINIA ANNE LINDSAY CULPEPER, VIRGINIA 50 Special Students HELEN SWANN MARKS NEWSOMS, VIRGINIA ELIZABETH PAYNE PHENIX, VIRGINIA MARY HOLMES SMITH SMITH FIELD, VIRGINIA HELEN AUDREY TREVEY PLEASANT VIEW, VIRGINIA LILLIAN WYNN DANVILLE, VIRGINIA 51 Miss Nina Bradshaw Sponsor Commercial Department Motto: Scientia est potentia Colors: Maroon and Gold SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS Margaret Overstreet . President ...... Isla Wood Julia Smith .. Vice-President . Emma Denney Frances Van Deventer.. Secretary-Treasurer .Cathryn Hatcher 53 Commercial Seniors ELMER CLARK rosemary. X. c. Mop 13 Club; N. C. Club; Tigers; Harvey Hiking- Club; E. Y. P. U.; Y. YV. C. A.; Athletic Association, 1927. Symbolic of the state from which she comes, alert, attractive, and beautiful—she will be perhaps, the terror of all business men’s wives. EULALIA KELLAM PAINTER, VA. “Eaty” Monroe Honor Club; Harvey Hiking Club ; Bats ; Athletic Association ; Epworth League; Y. YV. C. A. Out for a good time, in for work, cheer¬ ful, optimistic, and capable of sound think¬ ing—that’s Eulalia ! ELMA NELSON ADELINE, VA. Aina ' ' Monroe Honor Club: Secretary-Treas¬ urer of B. Y. P. U.; Secretary-Treasurer Young People’s Department; Y. W. C. A. Cabinet; Tigers. The kind of a girl who easily leads her classes. The kind of a girl a man likes to have meet him at the front door after a hard day at the office. MARGARET OVERSTREET BEDFORD, VA. “Marcj’e” President Commercial Senior Class: Vice- President Junior Commercial Class, 1926- 27: Member Student Executive Board; President Sidney Lanier Literary Society; Vice-President Secretarial Club; Tigers. She is not a preacher’s daughter, but just a nice kid. A girl who can be an ideal friend, and who can meet an enemy on the square. 54 JULIA SMITH DANVILLE, VA. “Jll” 13 Club: Vice-President of Commercial Senior Class; Sponsor B. Y. P. U.; Basket¬ ball Squad, 1927-28; Tennis Club; Bats; Athletic Association, 1924-28; W. C. .; Poe Literary Society. Speaking of IT? She has IT. Not afraid to think, and not afraid to say what she thinks. A girl worth know¬ ing. MARGARET TIPPETT BRANDYWINE, MD. “Mickey “ Tippett Monroe Honor Club; “Flock o’ Trampers dyking Klub”; Tigers; Athletic Associa¬ tion; Epworth League; Y. VV. C. A.; Mary¬ land Club; Secretarial Club. She is the State’s Calculator—knowing how to handle a Crank—be careful that she doesn’t make a crank out of you !—a friend who doesn’t hesitate to tell you when you are wrong or to applaud when right. FRANCES VAN DEVENTER BOYCE, VA. “Dizzy” Secretary-Treasurer of Commercial Se¬ nior ( lass; Monroe Honor Club; Chris¬ tian Endeavor; Music Club; Tigers; Athle¬ tic Association. She is a blonde, therefore, supposed to be dumb. However, “Dizzy” is an exception. I laving kept her “books” straight, we are confident that life will have no crooks for her. 55 Commercial Junior Class MARY MELISSA ANDREWS WILLIAMSTON, N. C. We gazed, and still our wonder grew. How one small head carried all she knew. ELOISE BARNES CHASE CITY, VA. Her heart is in her work, and her work is in her heart. MARY LEIGH BAUGH AN RICHMOND, VA. ‘As brimful of mischief, wit and glee, As ever a human frame can be. EMMA DENNEY NORFOLK, VA. “A charming disposition with a pleasant word and a smile for everyone. CATHRYN HATCHER BEDFORD, VA. “Small, quiet, and cheerful, and Oh ! how dear to us.” 56 JOE E. HAMM CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA. With all her wit and humor, “Joe is the life of her class. SUSIE JAMES WILLI AM STON, N. C. “Pleasure of every kind satisfies.” CAREY LANE DENDRON, VA. “True, sincere, sweet, and kind, Another like Carey is hard to find.” ALICE MITCHELL MJDDLEBURG, VA. ‘The world’s no better if we worry, 1 fife ' s no longer if we hurry.” LUCY ROGERS YALE, VA. ‘Ambition has no rest for Lucy, And she’s a true friend to the world. 57 MARY LOUISE RITTER WASHINGTON, D. C. ‘Full of fun and mischief too, Doing things she shouldn ' t do.” ROSALIE SPENCER RICHMOND, VA. “Good nature and good sense are good companions.” CATHERINE TUCKER RAWLINGS, VA. No matter what the subject be— For information come to me.” EMMA LOU WATKINS KENBRIDGE, VA. “Common sense is the famous daughter of reason.” ISLA WOOD CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA. “A cheerful life devoid of care, A happy laugh heard everywhere.” 58 Mr. George P. Adams Sponsor Teacher Training Class Motto: Green but growing Colors: Green and White I ' lower: Lily of the Valley Louise Younger... Ethel Martin.... Kathleen Taylor Oh ' MCLkS President . ....I icc-President Secretary and Treasurer 59 mmmmm mam Class Roll Janet Bailey Evelyn Bradner Senora Cocke Garnet Ford Mae Hobgood Inez Newman Ellen Tune Alise Wells Christine Williams Margaret Williams Frances Wilson Nelle Younger 60 Miss Swann Marks Sponsor High School Senior Class Motto: “We finish to begin” Colors: Silver and Maroon Slower: White Rose OFFICERS Aldjne Beery President Ruby Adams I ice-1’resident Lucile Veitch. Frances Dalton . Secretary Treasurer 61 RUBY ADAMS Perhaps, you think it is an easy job to have so much to do, to carry off so many honors, and to keep sweet all at the same time. But Ruby is the one among many who can do this. Besides she is pretty, charming, witty—in short she is an all¬ round girl, one whom we recognize as ideal. She not only has ideals but she puts them into practice. She is the very essence of worth and we are proud to claim her as our own. ALDINE BEERY An ideal Blackstone girl, a girl whom we as Seniors are proud to claim as our leader—a girl Blackstone will not forget. “Curly will make friends readily wherever she goes—friends who will love and admire her; friends who will always be proud of her. VIRGINIA COMPTON Virginia is witty and a most pleasing companion. Her vivacious and lovable manner has won friends for her who will always remember her as a fine sport, a good student, and the best of pals. Here’s to you, “Ginna, you are not too good, you are not too bad, but just right —a girl worth knowing. MILDRED CROWE Although quiet, “still water runs deep.” Mildred is one of the sweetest and one of the fairest and squarest girls in school. She has a smile for everybody and a heart almost unbelievably huge. May life hold many rich blessings in store for you, Mil¬ dred. KATHERINE CRUMP Katherine is jolly, chuck full of fun, and is always nice to everybody. She is studi¬ ous, reliable and always ready to help oth¬ ers. “Kitty” is a true pal to her many friends who are certain of her success in life. Luck to you and may you have a most successful and happy future. 62 FRANCES DALTON It is nice to be natural when you are naturally nice. Aside from being one of the truest, prettiest, and most lovable girls any¬ one could want for a friend, she is very artistic. We think she is expecting to be a Pastor ' s assistant. Perhaps she will take a P. YV. degree some day. Best luck, Frances. EMMA DICK Emma—better known to us as “Dick”—is one of those bright, cheerful types with a disposition that makes many friends for her. Not only good in feasts, eatin’ and sitting up all night, much to the annoy¬ ance of the Executive Board, but she also excels as a student. We are sure wherever she goes, she will always be a credit to Blackstone. ALICE EARLY Of all the true blue girls in school, Alice stands foremost. She can be funny and yet serious, but never does she forget to be always cheerful and happy. Those of us who know her know the meaning of a real friend. And as she goes forth to seek a college career her many friends wish her great happiness and predict for her great success. JULIA HARRY Although Julia is just a wee little girl she is a bundle of enduring love and energy. She has worked hard in her courses and gained a good name by it. She has won a place in many hearts, and is a friend who will always be remembered. Success is our wish for you, Julia, and may your Black- stone days never be forgot. ELIZABETH JOHNSON “Li , a mighty good pal to have, came to us from West Virginia. She’s cheerful, pleasant, and willing—talkative, too—a true blue friend. We wish we could have you longer. And we hope your good nature and sunny disposition will win for you as many friends in life as you have won at I ilackstone. 63 JOY LUSBY A sweet, winsome, blue-eyed lass came to us last year winning in many hearts a warm spot. Joy is a most talkative and entertaining person. We love her for what she is—she ' s the joy of our class. Here’s to your success and happiness, Joy—may you not forget your days at Blackstone. LOUISE MAP? “To know her is to love her.” But can we claim her for our own ? With her black hair and brown eyes, she would at¬ tract attention anywhere. Her beauty, which is only one of her many assets, has charmed for her a host of friends at Blackstone. And as you leave Blackstone’s portals remember our love will go with you, Louise. EFFIE MOORE All who know Effie love her for her frankness and sincerity. She is not only lovely to look upon but a true pal in every respect. The “Georgia girl ' ' has won a big spot in our hearts and her departure makes us sad. We wish we were having you longer. DOROTHY PALMER Dorothy is the girl we all adore, for who could resist her? She is a friend, staunch and true. Popular, brilliant in her classes and an all-round girl. Our love and wishes for a happy and successful career go with you, “Dot,’’ our little “Sunshine Maker.” FRANCES PHILLIPS Young but sophisticated? Well, you would probably think so if you knew her— Frances is pretty, too. and has a smile for every one. She has made for herself many friends who admire her for her qualities. “Nature made her what she is and never made another. 64 MARGARET RIPBERGER We found out for a fact that precious thing ' s come in small packages when we made our acquaintance with Margaret. She is studious and we deem her as an all- around good sport. She is a friend to all and loved by everyone. ELIZABETH ROBERTSON Is she pretty? Why sure. Can she play the violin? Of course. To make a long story short, she’s a very talented young lady and we feel sure she will succeed whether it be to delight the world or one man’s heart. LUCILE VEITCH Lucile will always hold a place in the hearts of her many friends. Pretty, attrac¬ tive and accomplished—that’s “Lou.” She’s always there and is the life of the party. Whenever you see her she is laughing and happy and gay. We shall miss “Lou” from old B. C., and we wish her the best of luck in her life’s work whatever it may be. MARGARET WILSON “Full of fun and mischief, too; doing things she shouldn’t do.” Margaret is one of those girls we all love to be with. The gods have been kind to her—she is attrac¬ tive, talented, and pretty. May the hand of fate be good to you, Bud, and may suc¬ cess ever await you. FRANCES YATES Frances will always hold a place in the hearts of her friends. She has proved to all of us what a wonderful smile and a sweet disposition really mean. Our love and best wishes for happiness and success go with you, Frances, as you leave Black- stone school days and pals. 65 II . V Ox)ei ' -loading Oliiebetn Potteds? Justl(ats Jl hxlai ' iotts pi ' ojoosa.1! Snaj3f)ij loo tn dudes-eh? Jl bachxdai ' cL i)ieu) Pals! The he a It .C.G. Bxhibxtion, oj- hats Off to ' IPilUamshai ' ' ! nod insane -bat happtj pot such a bad pail ' ! BouJin fou) to blademoiselle pet e Miss Helen Hanna Sponsor High School Junior Class Motto: Steadfast of purpose Colors: Red and White I ' lower: Poppy Of I■ I ( If RS Ruth P kan. Emily Reynolds. M aky M axey. . President .-. I ' icc-Presidcnt .Secretary and Treasurer f 7 Class Roll Lucy Berger Josephine Bobbitt Ha rriet Brown Loraine Carmichael Lucille Cook Alice Ellis Mary Epes Mary Farmer Elizabeth Garrett Man- Louise Morris Dorothea Pleasants Frances Rowe 1 Dorothy Rudd Charlotte Stansbury Helen Unkefer Lucy Wagstaff Nannie Guy Watkins Ruth Watson Orvetta Weston Clarice Wvnn Mabel Wright 68 iiRilili Miss Lillian Skelton Sponsor Sophomore Class Motto: Great oaks rise from little acorns Colors: Old Rose and Silver lower: (lolumliine Cakolyn Ki.i.iott N’ lCI LIE I 1 IJI ' E RaOIIKI. I loGAN.-.. t ' AKOl.YN LtNDSAN Ol ' RTCERS . Presilient I icc-President ... Secretary Treasurer 69 00 Class Roll Marion Finny Ellen Harkness Mary Smith Anne Patton Marv Mullins Clara Murray Roxie Albert Katherine Garrett Mary Cabiness Kate Coleman Nellie Huff Martha Wright 70 Miss Tempe Ellen Sponsor Freshman Class Motto: Climbing Upward Colors: Blue and Ivory Flower: Tulip 1 sahel Beatty. ( )i a Dale Wake Doha Terrell ON I KITS .. President I ice-Presidcnt Secretary-Treasurer 71 Class Roll Isabel Beatty Helen Dudley Geraldine Fitzgerald 1 lenrietta Garrett Laura Gray McFoy Knight Ora Dale Alice Law Marv Louise Mehurin Elizalaetli Overstreet Evelyn Spruill Dora Terrell Hilda Waldrop r are On stormy nights when wild norwcstcrs rave, How proud a thing to fight with wind and wave! The dripping sailor on the reeling mast Exults to bear, and scorns to wish it past. CAMPUS LIFE Y. W. C. A. Cabinet KATHLEEN CLAY.President IJOliOTIH OGDEN. Vie. ' I’resident Ll ' CY WARING ItllllY IIAHS Secretary Treasurer UJDItHA TUEVID ALIHNH BEERY l{I III ROGERS CHAIRMEN OF I ) ‘Vnl ion:i I . Sochi I Music ELM NELSON COM Mi l I I’ ICS L OKI 1.10 THOU I la Social Service Ell AN! IKS DALTON . I’uldieily KltANOKS SALNDERS Epwortli League Einance FACULTY ADVISERS MISS CLASS MISS ELLEN 73 MISS IIAin Epworth League Frances Saunders Ethel Downing. Ruth Brubaker..., .President Esther King . Correspundiny Secretary 1 ice-Presidcnt Virginia Robinson . Treasurer . Secretary Virginia Neel . Adviser DEPARTMENTS K. Eve, Chairman E. Bradner A. Beery R. Brubaker K. Clay G. Crowther H. Carpenter M. Coleman M. Crowe M. Crowther E. Downing B. Fisher H. Hudson M. Hinson E. Holm an H. Hawthorne R. Johnson E. King J. Lusby A. Lowance S. Marks O. Marshall V. Neel D. Ogden F. Saunders A. Trevey H. Wilcher J. Bobhitt Chairman K. Crump E. Clarke R. Dunkum C. English E. Godwin B. Grinnan J. Harry E. Hall H. Hurst K. Hatcher E. Kellam C. Lane E. Lindsey C. Lindsey G. Mann M. Maxey M. Overstreet M. Rawlinson L. Roberts K. Tucker M. Tippett M. Winn O. Ware N. Younger L. Younger V. Compton Chairman M. Biddle I. Beatty J. Bowler R. Brown M. Cabiness L. Cummings E. Dick A. Early A. Ellis A. Fruitt E. Garrett E. Gift L. Gibson J. Hamm E. Johnson E. Johnson V. Keene A. Law _ E. Martin J. Mapp D. Pleasants L. Rogers V. Robinson F. Reed E. Tysinger E. Tune M. Williams H. Winstead E. Harvey Chairman N. Allison L. Berger D. Bridgfortb E. Barnes E. Craven M. Dickson D. Dudley [. Dungam C. Elliot V. Halligan E. Hum X. King E. Lambert E. Moore M. L. Morris L. Mapp W. Newman F. Phillips D. Palmer M. L. Ryman R. Spencer C. Stansbury M. H. Smith E. Turner E. Woodard B. Y. P. U. Julia Smith Sponsor OFFICERS Ruby Adams . President P ' rances Dalton.-.-.-. I ' icc-Presidcnt Elm a Nelson. Secretary-Treasurer Linda Adams Roxic Albert Annie Laurie Harden I rene Bailey Mary Leigh Baughan Elmer Clark Emma Denney Helen Dudley Marion Finney Mary Farmer Garnett Ford Geraldine Fitzgerald Henrietta Garrett Katherine Garrett MEMBERS Susan Howell Nellie Muff May Hopgood McFoy Knight Abilene Kutz Mary Mullins Alice Mitchell Mary Louise Mehurin Ruth Magness Inez Newman Elizabeth Payne nne Patton Mary Louise Ritter Eleanor Trainum Lucille Veitch Martha Wright Emma Lou Watkin Mable Wright I ouise Ware I la Wood I ucy agstalf II iIda. Waldrop Ruth Watson Clarice Wynn Lillian Wynn Christine Williams 75 TMTiillf Presbyterian-Episcopal-Christian Lucy Waring Sponsor OFFICERS Mildred Purdum ... President Eugenia White . Secretary-Treasurer Mary Melissa Andrews Ruth Bean Harriett Brown Mary Cabiness Lucile Cook Geraldine Fitzgerald Ellen Harkness Elizabeth Johnson Susie James MEMBERS Allie Kelly Alice Law Mary Ellis Lee Betty Montague Ruth Rogers Frances Rowe Evelyn Symns Catherine Bousman Dora Terrell Beyrl Titus Frances Van Deventer Emily Reynolds Frances Wilson Margaret Wilson Grace Williams Clara Murray Nannie Guy Watkins Mary Woodson 76 Art Club Ruth Bean Isabel Beatty Kathleen ( lay Frances Dalton Helen Dudley Katherine I rye Mary Louise Lyman Fan Gates Randolph Hardy Kllen Harkness Alice Law Anne Lindsay Julia Morgan 77 ‘While stands the Coloscum. Rome shall stand; When falls the Colosemn, Rome shall fall; When Rome falls—the World. —Byron. Margaret Marshall Magna Suasor QUIRITES CONSULS Esther King Virginia Neel Aedile: Virginia Compton Praetor: Mary Maxey Quaestor: Margaret Wilson Censor: Mary Smith SENATORES Agatha Moore Esther King EQUITES Catherine Hatcher Helen Hudson Mildred Crowe Brookey Tuggi.e Loraine Carmichael Virginia Compton PLEBES Emma Dick Kathryn Johnson Virginia Neel Orvetta Weston Nadine Allison Josephine Bobbit Geraldine Fitzgerald Alice Ellis Mary Smith Alice Law Helen Un refer Lucie Wagstaff Dora Terrell Mary Steele Hank Ora Dale Ware Mary Louise Mehuin Elizabeth Overstreet Harriet Brown Ruth Watson Dorothea Pleasants 78 Dramatic Club Ruth Brubaker Loraine Carmichael Marion Coleman Frances Fergerson Abeline Kutz Margaret Rawlinson Dorothy Rudd Frances Saunders Fugenia White Fyil Wynn 79 Student Council Student Executive Board Bessie Grinnan Margaret Overstreet PRESIDENT President Commercial Class Virginia Keene Louise Younger VICE-PRESIDENT President Teacher Training Class President Senior Class Mary Ellice Lee Aldine Beery SECRETARY President Senior Academic Class President Junior Class FA CUT .TV ADVISERS Miss 1 Mr. llLLTAN MaBEN W. B. Gates 81 Esther King Audrey Trevey Editor-in-Chicf Business Manager Miss Ballard Literary Adviser Mr. Gates Business Adviser Miss Larimore Literary Adviser Kathleen Clay Mary Biddle. Ruby Dunkum. Frances Dalton. Lucille Veitch. Dorothy Ogden. V i rgin i a Compton. Georgia Mann. Virginia Keene.. Frances Saunders. Helen Wilcher. Elizabeth Holman. Virginia Neel. Ruby Adams. Mary Andrews. Acorn Staff . Literary Editor . Secretary . T reasurer .-. Art Editor .. Assistant Art Editor .-... Photographic . Organisation . Humor .............. Athletic ..... Advertising Manager ... Assistant Advertising Manager . Senior Representative . tunior Representative . Academic Rep res e ntativc .. Commercial Representative 82 ACORN STAlvl 1 027-1928 DALTON OGDEN VKITCIl BIDDLE CLAY COMPTON K EENE SAUNDERS HOLMAN NEEL ADAMS DUNKUM MANN ll HER ANDREWS Madison Club Miss Blair Sponsor Hazel Carpenter President Motto: “ I he higher you look, the further you see blower: Mountain Laurel Song: Home to Our Mountains Julia Bowler Lottie Gibson MEMBERS Hazel Carpenter Virginia Rose Emily Tysinger 84 P (). ? o w f Washington, I). C., Dorothy Kudd; Pennsylvania, Lottie Cibson; South Carolina, Mary l)i on; West. Virginia, Opal Marshall; Virginia, Klizabeth Holman; Canada, Margaret Wilson; Kentucky, Charlotte SI a ' nsbury; Ceorgia] I ' -ll it Moore; North Carolina, Mary Melissa Andrews; Maryland, Joy Lusby. Tidewater-Richmond Club Motto: Sink or Swim Song: Down by the Riverside Colors: Green and White Flower: Water Lily Bessie Grinnan. Frances Dalton. Carey Lane. Miss Myra Larimore OFFICERS . President . Vice-President Secretary-Treasurer . Sponsor Mary Biddle Lucille Cook Emma Denney Anne Fruitt Catherine Garrett Elizabeth Garrett Henrietta Garrett MEMBERS Elizabeth Godwin Mary Steele Hank Norine King Shirley Linthicum Mary Maxey Dorothy Ogden Anne Patton Dorothea Pleasants Frances Quarles Mary Holmes Smith Lucille Veitch Ora Dale Ware 86 O fc � j jj Sn ' ' 0 ' 3.3i C o i. c :R S Z Aa Aa (D W A ilt i)iiic 7 r « fo (Co 5 DU C ilc ixntjis. -M. 1©j$i?s ds t o P tU 0 Lx i .. f upp -f ? H4 (t £.8 A fL cwcA (1 5 ) S iu t a Social. i)f t o crt i lcnaej ? s ■ n. ,52 E U K ,1 C. + Tjlt€S. M ITG L W | ' i 1 O i s f Jit r =x J k o s tka m At n 3 Pn C .. V O W € JKc TTC Slipgkstiticcs ,MaS OCT A LACK AT -i- c.-c-y i. _ - ' - ' ll .. (Luy y J j Jh-a Jslsi ojxJ Ut y . i£_e t. I ' m JMt C CiXiiS l fiCK - 4 - i? ez Northern Neck Club Lucy Waking.... Georgia Mann. Catherine English Mr. Gates. . President . I icc-President Secretary-1 r ensure r . Sponsor Motto: We build the ladder by which we climb back to the Northern Neck cvcrvtinic.” Son : ‘ In the Evening by the Moonlight in the Good Old Northern Neck. Colors: Sea Green and Shell Pink I ' avorite Dish: Clam Chowder 1 ' loiwr: Water Lily Gladys Crowther Myrtle Crowther Artrice Dungan Catherine English Elinor PI all MEMBERS Lucy Waring Honorary Member I )orothy Ogden Helen Hawthorne Mae Hinson Helen Hurst 1 ieorgia Mann Prances Reed 89 West Virginia Club Miss Otev, Sponsor Motto: “Mountaineers are always free Flower: Rhododendron Colors: Gold and Blue Song: West Virginia Hills Opal Marshall . President Ruth Bean . Secretary Virginia Neel . Treasurer MEMBERS Evelyn Symns Isabel Beatty Elizabeth Johnson Kathleen Clay Ruth Rogers Virginia Keene Allie Kelly Barbara Fisher 90 Day Student Club Mabel Nash... Lucy Lee Williams. Daisy Nash... Miss Bradsi-iaw.. . President . Vice-President S ccretary-T rcasurer . Sponsor Motto: “Better late than never” Colors: Rose and Silver Flower: Morning Glory MEMBERS Janet Bailey Martha Barrow Mrs. Bridgeforth Frances Crowder Evabelle Deane Mary P. Epes Mary Harrison Gray Laura Gray Bernice Hammock Randolph Hardy Inez Watkins Jessie Jones Kathryn Johnson Julia Morgan Pearl Nash Elizabeth Robertson Margaret R i pberger Mary Smith B rooky Tuggle Elizabeth Tuck Alice Wells 91 © $ i rw T ssl i § The Eastern Shore Club “In POTATOES IVc Trust OFFICERS Eti-iel Downing, President Elizabeth Hurtt, Secretary and Treasurer MEMBERS fk Helen Hudson Eulalia Ivellam v Mary Ivellam — - Louise Mapp Julia Mapp Elizabeth ' Turner mmi North Carolina Club Motto: B 2 C 2 Colors: Orchid and Gold I ; lower: Chrysanthemum Oh h ' ICERS Mary Louise Kyman. ElIZABET IL W OODARIl. Mary M. Andrews. Miss Gary and Miss Ellen. ...President . ’ iee-l’resident . Secretory -7 rcasurcr . Sponsors h.loise Barnes Elmer Clark Eleanor Craven May Hobgood Susan Howell MEM KILLS Adeline Kutz Susie James Agatha Moore ( harlotte Stansbury Nannie Guy Watkins Mattie May Winstead 93 Hygiene Class Miss Otey ■Sponsor MEMBERS Aldine Beery Elinor Hall Frances Saunders Mary Biddle Helen Hurst Brooky Tuggle Julia Bowler Edna Johnson Kathleen Taylor Evelyn Bradner Esther King Ellen Tune Janet Bailey Virginia Keene Emily Tysinger Marion Coleman Ethel Martin Ladelle Thorpe Senora Cocke Inez Newman Lucy Lee Williams Hazel Carpenter Mabel Nash Margaret Williams Gladys Crowther Pearl Nash Christine Williams Myrtle Crowther Dorothy Ogden Frances Wilson Kathleen Clay Virginia Rose Marion Winn Garnett Ford Virginia Robinson Helen Wilcher Bessie Grinnan Evelyn Symns Louise Younger Mae Hobgood Nellie Younger Fifty-six per cent College enrollment 1927-28 live pointers. Inspection sponsored by Hygiene Class. 94 omrihei Clay Iiolman Bridgforth Trevev Marks Barrow King (Jolema n Hardy Keene White Robinson Saunders Marshall Biddle Grinnan Smith Moore Kellam Sigma Iota Chi (Founded 1903 ) CHAPTER ROLL ETA—Stephens College, Columbia, Missouri. OMICRON—Hardin College, Mexico, Missouri. ZETA—Belhaven College, Jackson, Mississippi. CHI—Howard College, Birmingham, Alabama. PI—Synodical College, Fulton, Missouri. KAPPA—Greenville Women’s College, Greenville, S. C. GAMMA—Logan College, Russellville, Kentucky. RHO—Hamilton College, Lexington, Kentucky. NU—American College of Physical Education, Chicago, 111. LAMBDA—Greenbrier College, Lewisburg, West Virginia. UPSILON—New River State School, Montgomery, West Virginia. P ' SI—Crane Junior College, Chicago, Illinois. IOTA—Savage College of Physical Education, New York, X. Y. TAU—Northeastern Junior College, Miami, Oklahoma. SIGMA—Posse-Nissen College of Physical Education, Boston, Mass. DELTA—Vincennes University, Vincennes, Indiana. XI—Highland Manor Junior College, Tarrytovvn-nn-l Tudson, X. Y. MU—Blackstone College, ITackstone, Virginia. AI TJMNAE CHAPTERS ALP IIA ETA—Kansas City, Missouri. AIT HA THETA—St. Louis. Missouri AIT IIA NU—Chicago, Illinois. AIT- HA CHI -Birmingham, Alabama. AIT H A KAPPA—Greenville, South C A LI 11A PST—Chicago, Illinois. ATT HA ZETA—jackson, Mississippi. MU CHAPTER Ob ' SIGMA IOTA ( (Installed March, igstt) Martha Barrow Mary Biddle I torothy Bridgforth Kathleen Clay Marion Coleman Bessie (Irinnan Randolph Hardy Elizabeth Holman Virginia Keene Mary Kellam Esther King Swann Marks ()pal Marshall Agatha Moore Virginia Robinson I ' ranees Saunders Mary Holmes Smith Audrey Trevey Eugenia White 97 5HINECRAVEN BUD WIL50N LIZ ' WOODARD LYLLWYNN ' EM ' REYNOLDS DICKEY QUARELS Olia Sigma Motto: Obedience, Loyalty, Ideals, Ambitions Flower: Magnolia Colors: Green and White CHARTER MEMBERS Abilene Kutz Norene King PLEDGES IN COLLEGE Kathryn Eye Alma Lowance l lelen Hawthorne Mildred I’urdum Helen Hudson Elizabeth Hurt! Barbara Fisher PLEDGES IN HIGH SCHOOL Aldine Beery Alice Early 99 Sistei ' s! A 5LX Cadets ' 1 Chums! Jhiti-Ptobrtiorusts Jl sunbeam pissed, bij the s Gansjukij- udeVe coming. Ouh suleetheaiA ' TTliss Blac stone keV m doTt Jtm ' t snowballing fun? I I Miss Blair ' s Pupils Piano Department Nadine Allison Annie Laurie Barden Isabel Beatty Hazel Carpenter Mildred Crowe Lueile Cummings Eva Belle Deane Frances Van Deventer Mary Farmer Marion Finney Barbara Fisher Geraldine Fitzgerald Marjorie Gates Elizabeth Garrett Bessie Grinnan Lucy Hazelwood Anna Neblett Willie Hazelwood Helen Hudson Elizabeth Johnson Ruth Johnson Shirley Linthicum Swann Marks Mary Maxey Mary Louise Mehurin Opal Marshall Mary Mullins Mabel Nash Pearl Nash Daisy Nash Dorothy Ogden Mildred Purdum Dorothea Pleasants Elizabeth Lambert Frances Phillips Elizabeth Payne Mary Louise Ritter Elizabeth Robertson Virginia Robinson Ruth Rogers Mary Holmes Smith Evelyn Spruill Audrey Trevey Elizabeth Tuck Helen Unkefer Hilda Waldrop Margaret Wilson Marion Winn Martha Wright Dudley Wood Frances Yates 102 WBUfr m” MM Miss Fuller’s Pupils Mrss Marks’ Pupils VOICE DEPARTMENT Kathleen Clay Annie Fruit Xorene King- Elizabeth Payne Lucy Temple Willis Frances Crowther Susan Howell Agatha Moore Mary Ellice Lee Edna Birdsong Barbara Fisher Ruth Johnson Dorothy Palmer Ruth Watson Martha Graham VIOLIN DEPARTMENT Louise Ballard Elizabeth Holman Effie Moore Frances Wilson Claude Kooken Anna Gates Lillian Hazelwood Elizabeth Robertson Katherine Jones Blackstone College Glee Club Miss Eva Gaky. Mary Holmes Smith Mary Holmes Smith.. Bessie Gkinnan... Lyll Wynn. Aloine Beery.... . Direct ur . Accompanist . President I ’ice-President Secretary . reasurer Second Sopranos Agatha Moore Lucille Veitch Dorothy Palmer .Abilene Kul Emma Lou Watkins Ruth Rogers First Sopranos Ruth Johnson Mary Ellice Lee Mary Melissa Andrews Susan I lowed Norene King Anne bruit Barbara Fisher Kathleen ( lay . lit os Dorothy ()gden Bessie (irinnan Lyll Wynn Aldine Beerv Margaret Wilson Helen Wilcher 105 Blackftfone College Auditorium MARJORIE L WEBSTER READER Assisted By MARTHA FULLER PIANIST Thr American Ha- • I ' mm ln Ki iv The Foul 1 HIRD ARTIST RI-.U I AL CORflll IE0NAR0 H VIEUITEMPS i AllLSSKS .MAI I l:M I.LU Hu IU1 It I � l tuYKIt SI ' AMsH I ' lM I. M. ii, aiii Aim. Ul.ACkSTO.NL COLLtGE AUSTIN CONK ADI PIANIST Salurdi) L� ening. Januar H, 192 8 IS P M. J C ii� Hulncyn, Violimu. Mink J. IV2I Cheery erCJicyers Gsst Coach Free. Gthlefics Goochdard Cheer Ceader 13af. OFFICERS OF ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION Basket-ball Squad Tennis Team BAT SQUAD— Kathleen Clay, Captain TIGER SQUAI) -Virginia Keene, Captain (■in mm KMHXfi J “Ye Rambling Ten 11 Edna Johnson Hiking Master ROLL CALL Irene Bailey Annie Laurie Barden Julia C. Bowler Catherine Crump Evelyn B. Symns Sally Tiller ' Emily Tysinger Mary Margaret Williams Hattie May Winstead Clark Coleman Carpenter Jolly Rovers Hiking Master: Evelyn Harvey ROLL CALL Downing Halligan M. Kellam Dunkum Hudson Rose Fruit E. Kellam ' Mr’4nrM wmmxm The Happy GoLuckies Chief Cook “Lyi.l” Wynn Potato Poker Ruby Adams Bottle Washer Susie James Soup Strainer “Shine” Craven Hash Slinger “Liz” Woodard Good for Nothing “Jo” Hamm Biggest Eater Margarki W11.son Soda darker Clarice Wynn 113 Athletics OT only did the doors of Blackstone College open September 15th, but also the gates to the tennis courts. The courts being crowded for six weeks after the opening, the contestants for the “New and Old Girl tournament found difficulty in arranging their schedule. Immediately after these interesting games, the “Old Girls” being vic¬ torious, all was excitement over the preparation for Thanksgiving Day. From the races of the “Bats and “Tigers before breakfast to the tennis match in the afternoon through the basket-ball game that night, pep and success prevailed. Thanksgiving Day being joyfully over, basket-ball started in with full swing. From the forty girls who came to the court faithfully each day, twelve were picked by Coach Ellen and Assistant Coach Wynn to form the “Squad.” The season was a successful and an enjoyable one, even though four teams can¬ celled their games—SCARED??? Not onlv showers will come with the April days but baseball, track and tennis. Everyone is looking forward to these sports which always make the spring at B. C. G. delightful. Brubaker, f Mitchell, f. Wilcher, f. SQUAD MEMBERS Wright, f. Clay, j-c. Dickson, s-c. Early, s-c. Wynn, j-c. Keene, g. Saunders, g. Smith, g. Watkins, g. November November November December December December January January February March BASKET-BALL SCHEDULE. 1927-28 16— Victoria .. 7 19—Ivenbridge High.25 2-1—Blackstone High 21 8—Petersburg High . 22 15—Oak Level High .14 17— Petersburg High . 13 13—Ivenbridge High 23 21—-Lvnchburg College.37 18— Lynchburg College.39 2—Ashland High . 10 Blackstone College .47 Blackstone College . 34 Blackstone College .27 Blackstone College .25 Blackstone College .35 Blackstone College .16 Blackstone College .35 Blackstone College .1 1 Blackstone College.24 Blackstone College .28 114 Memories Treasures (From a B. C. G. Girl ' s Line-a-Day Book) September 15, 1927— Blackstone witnessed many happy reunions today, -also a lnt ill grand material for rat week. September 17, 1927— The Kid Party that the Y. Y. gave tonight made the gymnasium look like a kindergarten. There were sure some sweet hahies there. September 19, 1927— The teachers looked their classes over for the first time today. October 1, 1927— ' The High School Seniors gave an automobile party tonight—Oh! no! they didn ' t leave the building. October 6, 1927—Mr. Richmond Seay, violinist, gave the first recital of the season. Miss Emily Blair accompanied him. October 22, 1927—The Hare and Hound Race that the Y. Y. started this evening turned out to be the best oh wiener roast. October 31, 1927—It may be well to call the Hallowe’en party, that the Y. V. gave in the gymnasium, a scream, for—well there were several just such noises during the evening. November 7, 1927—Rat week started today. November 10, 1927—Second re¬ cital, Miss Emile Blair, pianist. November 11, 1927—Senior-Facul¬ ty tea. November 14, 1927 — Excursion trip to Williamsburg via bus. November 16, 1927—B. C. G. won her first basket-ball game t o n i g h t. Blackstone, 27 ; Victoria Independent, 7. November 19, 1927 — We p lave d Kenbridge tonight and won 35-24. November 21, 1927 — Several o f the girls and a part of the faculty heard the Luela Melius concert in Richmond tonight. 116 November 24, 1927—Turkey Day at B. C. G. The Bats won four races out of seven this morning before breakfast. Helen Wilcher and Virginia Iveene won the tennis championship. There was one exciting time in the gym tonight where our girls met the Blackstone High School team on the bastket-ball court. We surely had to struggle, but finally came out on top with the score 27-21. December 5, 1927—Everyone enjoyed the splendid program tonight given by Miss Marjorie Webster, Reader. December 9. 1927—The team plaved Petersburg High tonight. Score: P . C. G., 25 : P. IT. S., 21. December 16, 1927 —Recital by Music and Expression Department. December 17, 1927—The team returned the Petersburg game tonight— Won again. Score: 25-22. December 18, 1927—Christmas Cantata, In the Glee Club. December 19, 1927—After the big Christmas Tree in the Librarv, this afternoon, the girls all left for the Christmas Holidays. January 3, 1928— ' I lie girls are back again ancl “feelin ' a little bit blue.” January 5, 1928—New York Philharmonic Orchestra in Richmond. January 13, 1928 — A lucky day for the team. It beat Kenbridge. January 14, 1928—Recital by Austin Conradi, pianist. January 20, 1928—Concert given by the Randolph-Macon Glee Club. January 23, 1928—Paderewski Concert, in Richmond. January 26, 1928—Mid-term exams started today. February 17, 1928—The town folks thought the school was on fire when they saw the light from the big bonfire that the girls built just before the game with Lynchburg. The score was in Lynchburg’s favor again. March 2, 1928—The team played Ashland High in the new Randolph- Macon gvm tonight and won 28-10. March 3, 1928—Concert bv I. C. Van ITulsteyn, violinist. March 10, 1928 The Seniors planted cherry trees back of the tennis courts this evening. March 15, 1928 — Annual goes to press! 117 “The Banshee” ’Twcis the first week in November, About the dusk o’ ev’n-tide, That Mister O ' Xale o ' the mild O ' Nalcs zvas homeward bound to hide. A cozvld, cozvld wynd was climbin’ hie; A mile or tzva he had to gae; What makes that cozvld zvynd in your heart, The hollow o ' your heart to bloc? What’s there, O God be guide to us! In tli’ cantle o’ the bridgeI An auld auld woman siftin ' there A’ cuddled on the ridge. ’Tis a cozvld, cozvld lodging, ma-ani, Is there anything the matter? But she rocked to and fro as her heart ' tzvould break; So he made for to touch the creytur. The Lord be betune us and harm! Her hair zvas strecliu’ on the grounde A yard about her zvhere she sat, A curlin’ and anglin ' a ' arounde. The likes o’ it zvas ne ' er yet seen On mortal woman, yaunge or auld. At first it seemed a silz’’ry, gray. Another squint its colors canna be table. It ran down o’er her shouldrs stoop ' d. And the shapely arms beneath her head. An o’er the greenish gozvnd O ' no earthly cloth made, ' tzvas said. She turned her fa as pale as corpse, An as most o’ freckles on it. An the tzva even sewen in zvi red thred Had a dead-an-live look that flit. 118 Up riz she free her hunkers. An wi twa eyes guzin in a stare, An her tzva arms stretched out fore her, An a keine that riz up the hair. Azvay she glides, glides ronnde the bridge An down wi her into the stream. Into the cozvld zvater circlin ronnde an ronnde; ’Tzvas then O’Nales came frae his dremc. ' fhe keine was heard kcenin round the ha’ O’ the auld O’Nales, iv the county Tyrone, Next mornin they buried Mister O ' Males By the bridge o’ the banshee to atone. TT TT J ITfxenFIanxa. Earthbound There are men and women in this world of ours who never see the stars above hut are continually staring at the earth beneath. Far too many never see beyond their noses, and never wander into realms of the imaginative and supernatural. Especially is this true in the present time, where we hustle and bustle from one thing to another and place so much emphasis on material things. It is a pity that we do not have more dreaming and a little less doing. Men too often act automatically with no more appreciation of true values than a machine. Such people are bound to the earth as truly as if they were held there hv a chain. There are many reasons for their being earthbound. Some have been too busy keeping soul and body together. Some have never sufficiently explored the rich fields of literature and art to see the glory in life. Many, largely because of our modern scientific research, have reduced everything to a mechanism; they have been oblivious to that thing which aids more than any other factor in lifting to a true conception of God. And oil! how dreary and valueless is the life of an individual of this type. At no time does he experience the wonderful spiritual blessings, never escap¬ ing from disappointment by the delightful task of castle-building. No goal looms ahead, no inner voice urges him to greater things. He cannot look beneath the mire and grime of the beggar’s face and see the spirit within. He never looks beyond the black coal to the warmth it gives, to the cheer and 119 brightness it brings everywhere. Little of the intangible ideals—virtue, hope have an opportunity to beautify bis life. On the other hand, if everyone should dwell a little more awav from the earth, this struggle called life would he much more delightful. It is true that there must be a return to the mere earth for the accomplishment of common¬ place, routine work. Yet, how much easier that work would be, if the toilers would indulge in a few more of those care-free, imaginative moments when it seems possible for anything to happen and that “God ' s in his heaven— All ' s right with the world!” Therefore, the people who really live worthily are those who are not en¬ tirely earthbound. There is the mother who sees beyond the drugerv of house¬ keeping to her beautiful ideals for home and children. There is the inventor whose work had shaped itself in his brain long before it has materialized. Notice the artist who looks up and sees the beauty and wonders of nature, depicts these, and gives delight to a workaday world. Gain a lesson from the preacher who sees the infinite possibility of a human life. More citizens in our communities are needed who are willing to look above the earth for visions. They will realize the higher values of life. Those of the hurrying twentieth century must regain some of their ideals. They must look beyond their daily tasks toward eternity. Science and industry, art and litera¬ ture, need those who can see “Sermons in trees, Books in running brooks, And good in everything.” Our bodies are held on the earth by the law of gravitation, but our spirits may roam as far as they wish. Airplanes are being constructed to lift our bodies above the earth. Are not some spiritual airplanes needed to carry our spirits above the petty, trivial earthly things ? v T _ Weeds Weeds are something with which no one has any patience and treats cruelly. Whenever we think of weeds we imagine something which we would like to chop down with a hoe, pull up by the roots and allow to die of starvation. Their riddance is our chief aim. When we see weeds in other people’s yards, 120 gardens, and fields we think what lazy people must live there and wonder why they do not try to make their surrounding ' s more attractive by killing the weeds. Why is it that everyone and everything is an enemy of weeds? For strawberry beds and bean rows would naturally regard weeds as their chief enemy since they grow, push them out of their rightful places and try to monopolize the land. Are weeds so abominable as this? Are they of no use to anybody or anything ' even in their own rightful places? Perhaps they have no place of their own. The dictionary gives the definition of a weed as any plant growing in cultivated ground to the injury of the crop or desired vege¬ tation. In this case the weed does not have a place in life or even a space of its own. Therefore, it is only natural that it should live in the ground belonging to something else, which necessitates a strong constitution for its existence. We can not have any great varieties of weeds, due to the fact that what would be called a weed in one locality would certainly not lie a weed in another. For instance, if a farmer, while hoeing beans in his garden found some plant which was not a bean he would most likely chop it down for a weed. It might be spared, but it is not probable. He could take this little plant, transplant it, and tend it every day. Later a pretty blossom might appear. Would it still be called a weed or would it not be a flower now , J We have people in this world who appear as weeds. I f they were transplanted, loved, and helped a little, per¬ haps they might someday be flowers also. Although we do not have any great varieties of weed, if you will notice people very often call the stalks of flowers, “some old weed. I hink how ap¬ plicable this is to li fe. How often are people called “just some old weed who may have been flowers, although they might have bloomed in lonely places and have been seen by few people? I hese people are criticized frequentlv for what they do and what they fail to do by people who could not see them bloom. H. M. Winstead. Paper Dolls In looking back, thinking over the pleasant wavs little folks have of amusing themselves, when toys are out of reach and they must be amused, I can think of nothing which gives more real pleasure than an old stand-by, the fascinating game of paper dolls. Not the fancy ones that are such a bother to keep nice, but the simple comfortable ones that are cut from the last winter’s style catalogue. 121 You may blush when speaking of them now, for girls quite grown do not think of such things as playing dolls. But really now be honest, didn ' t you spend more than one pleasant hour in tins way? How many secrets the paper doll family hears, which are quite too sacred for the nice, new French dolly! Some of them cannot even be told to Raggeldy Mary Jane. She is too much in demand when others come to play and might reveal the cherished secret. You can sit for hours and select beautiful clothes and only have to cut them for dolly to have an entirely new wardrobe. There is no tedious sewing and fitting. Each member of the family—paper doll families are always large —can have numbers of dresses and coats and hats, for no cost at all and a great deal of fun. Paper dolls make lovely companions when you are in an angry mood, too. Often you get really angry, and want to scratch and tear and bite. At such times it’s dangerous for human companions to be too near. Just go and “take it out” on a paper doll that you don’t like anyway—there you can scratch and tear and bite to your heart’s content. The innocent doll looks as if she is en¬ joying it. She keeps the same smiling face, seeming to say, “Poor Mortal, Pm glad that I am not as you, but I don’t mind this abusement.” You soon find that you no longer wish to be violent. They are also excellent companions when you want to quarrel, for they won’t dare to speak until you tell them what to say. In this manner they are far from resembling human companions. It’s verv soothing, don’t you think? In these companions all of your childish air-castles are fulfilled. You have one young lady who has charmed thousands and caused thunders of applause by her magnificent voice. There is a man in your group, who is president of an immense railroad companv, and all of the number are famous in one way or another. Sometimes they live in fine houses and in the same day may change to the smallest, not minding in the least. That’s the beauty of the game, they move and speak and live according to your own sweet will. Never murmuring, always content. That’s why they give pleasure. Perhaps, too, that’s why you soon out grow them. You need more than mere dolls which can be pushed and pulled exactly as you wish. Real human companions are needed to make existence more surprising and more helpful. The thought still persists, however, that life, would be more pleasant, some¬ times, if some people were paper-dolls. A. E. Fruit. Laughter as a Social Asset Laughter is the key which has unlocked many hearts of sorrow, envy, hatred, and fear to the beauty of the world, which is none other than that of joy or merriment. It plays a great role in our lives to-day and especially that of a social neces¬ sity, for the world could not prosper or grow very rapidly if it were not for the laughter that nourishes the thoughts of people. Most of our closest friends and companions have been won through our own mirth and fun, for we know that we cannot laugh alone, but our joys are shared and our laughter responded to by our fellowmen about us. Thus, we can say that it is laughter that has brought and is still seeking to bring indivi¬ duals closer together day by day. Probably our social world rests almost entirely upon laughter, for it is joy that acts and has acted as a great magnet, continually drawing persons into the circle of fellowship. Not only does it serve as a magnet, but it lightens the many wearisome burdens that we are compelled to bear during our lives. Society does not want to be afflicted with a person who is always looking on the dark side of life, but prefers one who is joyous. For, if we expect to be of any benefit to society we must have a little sense of humor, at least and after all, “the man worth while is the man who will smile when everything goes dead wrong.” What a tiresome and cold world this would be if there were none to laugh and cheer the disheartened, the sick, the poverty-stricken, and the lonely! It is that great force and none other, laughter, that has charmed and comforted all sorrow and grief. Nor is the task ever completed. Laughter will go on with its work throughout the wide universe, giving zest when we need it the most, when life grows humdrum and dreary. When confronted with the tasks of everyday life, we are too serious for our own good. Instead of being so we should try to find joy in every under¬ taking and thus will drudgery be turned to play. Why not bring laughter forward instead of shrinking from it as some have a tendency to do? In our walls of life, even in our darkest moments, let us go hand in hand with this great and important force. For, is it not laughter that drives away the gloom from our souls? Our work! in which we are living cannot and will not progress socially ' , if laughter is lacking; for after all, laugh and the world laughs with you. M. Purdum. 123 Second Best Consciously or unconsciously, every individual is seeking a goal. Perhaps there are those of us whose aims are unworthy and even shallow, yet we instinctively cling to a vision which stands for the attainment of desire. Youth, in particular, is so tilled with enthusiasm that it is inclined to be optimistic in the face of every defeat. Life is kind to many. Untiring perseverence means the realization of hopes and the fulfilment of dreams. There are earnest toilers who find them¬ selves at the top of the ladder called success. To these people we pay obei¬ sance. Tribute is due those hard working mortals at whom fate has smiled and upon whom fortune has lavishly scattered her blessings. But what of those people who are ever in the race, just behind the victor, and finally come in second best? Is there no balm to offset the bitter¬ ness of defeat? Are there no laurels for the struggle regardless of a tangible success? A young man is sitting, head bowed, face in hands. His brow is furrowed and there are lines of pain in a countenance that speaks of innumerable hard¬ ships. Across his vision stretches a panorama of events. A carefree child is happily wending his way to school. He faces the world, strong ' of mind, sound of body, eager to conquer. Weeks, months, and years pass eventful and significant in the young life. The child is an excellent student yet there is always someone whose mark is a few points higher and he is doomed to miss the honors which are given for scholarship. The time comes for high school. There is still a smile on his lips and a determination in his heart which overcomes former discouragement. During these four years the bov develops into manhood. Somehow, in spite of popularity and ability, there is always someone else who succeeds in playing the game faster and is given the reward. Now standing upon the threshold of his college career, the young man resolves to fight this foe called second best and by dint of hard labor, over¬ come his adversity. College is a repetition of high school, on a larger scale. There is a classmate who exceeds him in speed and weight by a small margin. N et that margin counts as in football and he fails to make his position on the team. I he class presidency goes to his room-mate bv the majority of two votes. Me loses the alidictorv bv the fraction of a point. The last night of commencement he meets the girl. Here the picture is diffused in a rose- colored glamour. 124 Suddenly the vision fades. The young man puts aside dreams for reality. In a few minutes he plans to compete for a greater honor than ever before. Yet the gray shadow of doubt is present. Will she accept a man who can only offer her the attainment of second best? A few minutes later he confesses his love and with it his failing. Her reply is a guide by which we may all find consolation. “Do you realize that you have an honor which is bestowed upon the few? There is only one person who can reach a higher plane. Yet there are multi¬ tudes below you. That person can do one thing best but you can do many things second best. God is exceedingly just in meting out your portion of attainment. Treasure your talent for it is worthy of greatest appreciation.” Does not that answer offer sufficient recompense for the valiant endeavor and worthy attempts of those who seek and fail to find? R. Rogers. The Travel of a Pocketbook “I ' d like to see that black pocketbook, please,” I beard the stout lady shopper say to the sales girl. You can just imagine how proud I felt to be selected from among all the other pocketbooks in the showcase. The lady, stroking my shiny back, admired my gay lining, tiny mirror, and change purse within. Then I heard her tell the clerk that she would take me. Giving the girl a bill for five dollars the lady tucked me under her arm and started out of the store. Thus began my travels. As she walked along, the huge fur cuffs on my lady’s coat almost smothered me but somehow I managed to peek out and get a glimpse of the world I had never seen before. On and on she walked until we came to a car. My lady threw me on the seat bv a number of bundles and then climbed in herself. I must have fallen asleep, for my first conscious moment was when I was again being smothered under my lady’s fur cuffs. We were going into a room filled with women laughing and chatting. One of them com¬ mented on how good looking I was and my lady only answered, “I think it is a right neat little bag, but this is the only outfit I can wear it with.” So—I was not to go with my lady every time she did and 1 was not to see so much of the world after all. Just for that I decided to roll off of the piano where I had been put. Probaby this would bring adventure. Days and days passed. I was still under the sofa where I had fallen. My shiny coat was all covered with dust, and T felt stiff from being still so long. I was getting very tired of the darkness and disappointed that nothing exciting had happened to me. I felt two little hands picking me up, and at the same time a voice exclaimed that I was just the thing she wanted. Before I could realize what was happening 1 found myself being carried into a room where there were many people. Looking about, I saw that the room was filled with hats, dresses, shoes, and other wearing apparel. In a few minutes 1 was again tucked under someone’s arm and a childish voice said, “Come in, Mrs. Jones. You just look lovely today, and what a pretty pocketbook you have. The second childish voice answered, “1 think it is pretty too, and I can use it with everything I wear.” Life promised happiness, for now I had a mistress who would take me with her every where she went and I ' d see the world at last. Little did I know that I was just part of the game, children playing “dress up ; that the rest of mv days would be spent in a playhouse. M. H. Gray. Opportunity Out of the future, into the past, Dreaming the dreams that never last; Out of the past, toward the future so high, Where all our hopes, and ambitions lie, Out of our school, a rich life to live, li e look back and a toast we give. Out of ourselves, to duty sublime, II here prints are made on the sands of time, Out of our memories, Blackstone ' s Crest, From her rich store, we’ve been blessed, Out of our school, our lives to live. We look back, and a toast we give. G. Crowther. 126 Book IV 1 am the master of my fate; I am the captain of my soul. Our todays and yesterdays Are the blocks with which rue build. FEATURES , . -MOST iKTELLEdm r, k MOST ATHLETIC ' Prettiest Alma Mater Oh dear Blackstone, Alma Mater, H e thy daughters come to thee, Seeking friends that make us nobler. Seeking truth that makes us free, Seeking courage, faith and zoisdom. And the strength to triumph zvrong, Hear, oh, hear us, loving mother. As zee lift to thee our song. CHORUS Guide, oh guide us, mother dear, May zee ever feel thee near. May thy daughters live and love And groze forever, mother dear, Oh-Oh Blackstone, here ' s to thee, Here ' s to truth that makes us free, Here ' s to fame and praise and honor, And a student ' s love for thee. II Hail—oh Blackstone, Alma Mater, We zeith grateful hearts do sing, For zoe called and thou didst anszocr. Did thy treasures to us bring. Did unfold to us the mysteries, Both of books and friendships true, Now thy daughters answer gladly, Here’s our love, Blackstone, to you. III Oh—Oh Blackstone, Alma Mater, As zoe sing our parting lay, Life ' s zvork calls, zoe dare not linger, Though with thee, zoe fain zoould stay. Parting comes, but zee ' ll remember, These o ur happy college days. And be true to thee, dear mother, Guide us zoith thy love, zoe pray. —Words by Jean F. Craig-, tune of Alma Mater of McTyeire School, China. 134 it weren ' t for the funny things 7 hat happen every Jay, i his world would be a lonesome plaee I o make our little stay. Hat Nature said it shall not be A world deprived of wit; here must be humor sprinkled in At least, a little hit. he elands that gather in the sky Don I last; they soon are gone. Our troubles are forgotten; I urn the page; let ' s ramble on. Jokes Mary Ellice Lee: “Lucy Rogers almost drowned last night. Betty Montague: “She did, how? Mary Ellice: “The pillow slipped, the bed spread, and she fell in the spring. Miss Glass (somewhat irritated after stumbling over articles in the aisle) : “Won’t you please move your valise? Mary Dickson: “I’m sorry. They’re my feet. Miss Ballard was explaining to her class what was meant by “bigamy.” “It means, she said, “having two husbands at one time. Now, can anyone tell me what word means having only one husband? I can, Miss Ballard,” said Curly Beery. “Monotony.” Miss Ellen: “What portion of the chicken will you have, Alice?” Alice Early: “I ' ll have some of the meat, please.” Bessie Grinnan (talking to some girls) : “Don’t you know, I wrote a 1,500-word theme for English, and in it was only one original paragraph. The funny part about it tho’—Miss Hanna handed my paper back, and beside that one paragraph she had written, ‘Source?’ ” Miss Larimore: “Esther when did Cleopatra die?” Esther King: “I don ' t know. I haven’t been reading the papers lately.” “What’s wrong with the sentence, Alice? asked Miss Skelton. “‘The horse and cow is in the lot’. Alice Law’s reply was: “ ‘The cow and horse is in the lot ' .” “What makes you correct it that way, Alice? “The lady should be mentioned first.’’ said Alice. Mary Holmes Smith (commenting on a Blackstone dinner) : “My land! This is a delicious dinner. Sweet potatoes ain’t sweet, snap beans ain’t snappy, and meat ain’t been met. They were talking about modern music and dancing. “I don’t like dancing to jazz,” said Shirley Linthicum. “It’s nothing but hugging set to music.” “Well,” said Joy Lusby, “What is there about that that you object to?” “The music,” Shirley replied. 136 Frances Dalton: Jim, what are you going to study ? ' Jim Dungan: Study nothin’; as usual. I do that about one hour every two weeks. Pat” Rowe: Lend me fifty cents. Mary L. Morris: “All right, take it out of the dollar you owe me. “Can you give me any well known date in Roman history?” asked Miss I .arimore. “I can,” said Clarice Wynn. “Antony’s with Cleopatra.” Miss Hanna: What’s the matter, don’t you know the question?” M. Id. Smith : Yes, hut I don’t know the answer.” Eugenia White: Marion, bring your chair over and join us.” Marion Coleman: “No, I ' ll have to carry it hack.” Miss Hanna: Do you play golf?” Miss Glass: “Mercy no! I wouldn’t know which end of the caddy to hit the hall with.” Margaret Wilson: “What is the date, please?” Miss Reed: Never mind the date. The exam is more important.” Margaret: But I want to have something right.” O. D. Ware: Miss Skelton would you punish a girl for what she did not do ?’’ Miss Skelton : “Why, of course not.” O. D. Ware: Well, I didn’t do mv Fnglish. Dot Ogden: I saw the other day where a man was put in prison nineteen years for stealing one loaf of bread.” Rufus Brubaker: “Well, I hope I may never. I shall never steal a cracker. Mr. Gates: “What do you call it when two persons are thinking of the same thing, Miss Kathleen? Kathleen Clay: Mental telepathy.” Lyll Wynn: “Sometimes it’s that and sometimes it’s just plain embar¬ rassment.’’ It takes forty seven muscles to make a frown and thirteen muscles to make a smile—so, why not smile? WOULDN’T IT BE FUNNY IF: Clarice was Rain instead of Wynn. Mable was wrong instead of Wright. Frances was a rush instead of a Reed. Georgia was a woman instead of a Mann. Lucile was a maid instead of a Cook. Mary was a Doctor instead of a Farmer. Frances was a paddler instead of a Rowe. ‘■Joe’’ was a shoulder instead of a Hamm. Carey was a path instead of a Lane. Ann was a vegetable instead of a Fruit. Agatha was Less instead of Moore. Elizabeth was an ache instead of a Payne. Henry was an attic instead of a Garrett. Alice was late instead of Early. Alice was a rule instead of a Law. Mildred was a sparrow instead of a Crowe. Esther was a queen instead of a King. Kathleen was dirt instead of Clay. Katherine was an ear instead of an Eye. Katherine was French instead of English. Elinor was a room instead of a Hall. “Bob” was a farmer instead of a Fisher. Harriet was black instead of Brown. Virginia was dull instead of Keene. Helen was a hack instead of a Hurst. Virginia would sit instead of Neel. Orvetta was Eastern instead of Western. Louise was Older instead of Younger. 11a was stone instead of Wood. “Jack” was a Chrysler instead of a Ford. Ruth was a pea instead of a Bean. Eugenia was green instead of White. Virginia was a sweet pea instead of a Rose. Hazel was a merchant instead of a Carpenter. Ann Fruit: “Do I need a haircut?” Va. Halligan: “Oh, that’s it, I thought you had on a fur cap. Ruby Dunkum: “I got four B’s last term.” Ethel Downing: “Did they sting you?” 138 Ruth Brubaker: “My goodness! This triflin’ pen is just as dry as I am. Georgia Mann: “Must he mighty dry then. “Here’s to Life. What is it?” R. Rogers: “Do you like hamberger balls? L. Wynn: “I don ' t think I ever attended one. I WONDER WHAT WOULD HAPPEN IF: Mary Biddle would take a sudden fright, Answer up in class, and her answer wasn ' t right. As for Julia Bowler, she is s o very tall, When she looks down at Lewis she can’t see him at all. Now there ' s Ruth Brubaker, a clumsy little girl, She never catches a basket-ball ’cause her brain gets in a whirl. Plazel Carpenter, ’tis said, cannot strike a tune, But she is often seen gazing at the moon. The girl minus talents is Kathleen Clay, To be so untalented, ’twill never pay. Marion Coleman we all know is crazy about men, We hear she’s to be married soon ; wonder when ! No one thinks that Eleanor Craven is a cute little lassie, Because at the table, she always acts so sassy. Little frisky Frances Crowder, Always fond of good clam chowder. And now for our class poet, Gladys Crowther is her name, Though tiny in stature, she’s made for herself much fame. Myrtle Crowther is very very dignified, But we’ve never yet seen this dignity applied. Now we see Ethel Downing who thinks she is so bright, She is always so very studious when the teacher is in sight. And now comes Ruby Dunkum who pretends a teacher she’ll be, Instead matrimony is her object as anyone can see. 139 Now for slim Catherine English, the slimmist in the class, I f she continues to drink milk she ' ll he a fat little lass. Bessie Grinnan is a big dirt, I’ve heard, But those w ho really know- her don’t believe a word. Klinor Hall the girl who never raves, Talks about the boys so much that it puts you in a daze. Evelyn Harvev who is never known to laugh, Can never catch a joke when it goes around the class. hdizabeth Holman, a wonderful thinker ’tis said, Who has argued on every subject enough to go to her head. I Ielen Hurst in chemistry is a jolly good scout. But when she is asked a question, she wishes she w f as out. Edna Johnson an English student so bright, Can outdo “Ben” in most every light. We have often thought of Va. Keene, our good ole sport, She is good in all athletics—especially on the tennis court. Now we see Esther King, a dignified little girl, But when she is around she keeps you in a whirl. So drv, so lifeless is she; Georgia Mann, why couldn’t you wittier be? Gertrude Nelson, a Sunday School teacher so dry, In her class she is never, never shy. She is neither a Kurd, nor a Buick,—but she is a Nash To my knowledge Pearl has never tasted Blackstone hash. Next we see Mable Nash who wears a jolly grin, For her to wear a sober face, I’m sure twould be a sin. There’s Willie Newman who talks an awful lot. Though we’ve tried very hard we can’t get her to stop. Poor little Dot Ogden who is an unattractive child, No matter how she dresses she always looks out of style. 140 Va. Robinson our little baby so dear. Would be much out of place in a carriage, 1 fear. Va. Rose, a friend good and true, There is nothing for you Va. wouldn ' t do. We now see jolly little Frances who’s always ready to laugh As for basket-ball Saunders is the nimblest in the class. Ladelle Thorpe, who little heathen children wishes to instruct, Will probably soon be in China—we wish her “Best O ' Luck.” Emilv Tysinger who is so very short In high jump she cannot play her part. Lucy Waring has never seen a fish. Really this is the reason she is fond of the charming dish. Helen Wilcher who wouldn’t touch a cold drink, Loves to clean up her room and scrub up the sink. Lucy Lee Williams, the B. C. G. flirt, To her teachers in classes is especially pert. Marion Winn who monopolizes conversation, Never gives her tongue or brain a vacation. Elizabeth Woodard who has never been out, Has had less sweethearts than any girl about. Charlotte Stansberry’s Date: “What, are vou here already?” Charlotte: “I’m here, but I’m not all ready.” Miss Hanna: “What three words are used most among college students Dot Ogden: “I don’t know.” Miss Hanna: “Correct.” Agatha Moore: “loo bad Shakespeare wasn’t born in London, Elmer Clark: “Why so?” Agatha: “I said he was on that exam.” Virginia Rose sat on a bee. Virginia rose. I he bus came to a sudden stop. “What’s broken?” inquired a passenger. “d hat college girl who just got on,” was the reply. 141 YE BALLAD OF YE FRUIT CAKE Wc nozv will tell a story, To all ye listenin ' ' round; Of the celebrated fruit cake, Of its fame and great renown. One night, ' twas after light bell rang, The members of the gang — Audrey, Esther, Frankie, Keene, Tango, and Curly were feasting on a bean. Up spoke one of the scrawny maidens, With a bright idee” her mind was laden; To the President, let us write,” she cried, “Before we all shall have up and died. ' ' Aye, aye!” her starving sisters shouted, Let ' s at this minute be about it.” “Dear Friend,” they nobly started Before Thanksgiving has departed. For something we would thankful be, And this the reason for writing thee. The ‘vitties’ here as in other schools are bum ; The pounds we ' ve lost will soon be quite a sum. We beseech you nozv to hear our plea, Some food would fill our hearts with glee. Respectfully yours,” the gang did pen, And to the White House a “Special ” send. For many a day we watched in vain. And then at last a letter came. “The President suggests,” Mary Randolph wrote, “That to you a fruit cake be sent —we began to gloat. The cake arrived and reposed in state. Each girl passed by to gaze before too late. At last the fateful time did conic, Jl’hen it was devoured to the last small crumb. 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FOREIGN EXCHANGE Capital: $1,000,000 Three per cent on Savings If you want your dreams to come true—don’t oversleep. Lavensteirfs “In the heart of Petersburg l THE LEADING AND LARGEST DEPARTMENT STORE IN SOUTHSIDE VIRGINIA A. Rosenstock Co., Inc. Established 1859 VIRGINIA PETERSBURG Seay-Bagley Company Biggest and Best Department Store in Blacl stone Always on Hand LARGE LINE OF SUITS, COATS, AND SWEATERS We make a specialty of shoes Showing the best values that can be produced for the money The latest things in fancy articles at all times Our goods are guaranteed as represented And our prices are guaranteed to be right College boys arid girls are cordially invited to ma e our store their headquarters SEAY ' BAGLEY CO. Eugenia White: “Say, where are the showers?” Agatha Moore: “I don ' t know. I’ve only been here two weeks.” Dr. W. V. Atkins DRUG STORE Drugs, Medicine, Toilet Articles Tobaccos and Cigars All Prescription Wor Given The Most Careful Attention Dillard-Crawley Hardware Co. WHOLESALE AND RETAIL Dealers in HARDWARE MACHINERY AND FARM IMPLEMENTS BLACKSTONE VIRGINIA ---” 5)3 f % PETERSBURG SAVINGS and AMERICAN TRUST CO. Oldest Ban in the Oldest State in the United States Established 1860 4 - BANKING INSURANCE TRUST 4 - We solicit your business M. Overstreet: What would you do if I gave you ten dollars?” | J. Smith: “I would count it.” EAT AT Little Tony ' s Luncheonette J. A. Domenichello, Proprietor 115 N. SYCAMORE STREET Phone 1426 4 The First Leading Luncheonette In The City 4P- STRICTLY HOME COOKING CANDIES SODAS CIGARS l V ' Ydrw., The National Bank of Petersburg PETERSBURG, VIRGINIA Organized 1886 ■4 Always the Dependable investment for any funds is an interest bearing account in your bank The three main essentials of a satisfactory in¬ vestment -Safety, Steady Income and Convertibility -are all prom¬ inent in such an account Chas. E. Plummer E. H. Bea President Cashier OUR ENDOWMENT POLICIES Combine Systematic Savings and Protection ALL FORMS OF STANDARD INSURANCE J. W. Nash, General Agent of George Washington Life Insurance Company BLACKSTONE, VIRGINIA Lucile Veitch (With her head on his shoulder): “My, your shoulder is soft!” Johnny Mattox (feelingly): “So is your head, dear.” BETTER FURNITURE VALUES EVERY DAY IN THE YEAR We furnish your home complete and save your money Goods delivered by big trucks—FREE Kent Furniture Company The big store that saves you money l PETERSBURG VIRGINIA i - ■r-cP ? C(gbJ - — - ? ADAMS, HARRIS INCORPORATED 6? CO. KENBRIDGE, VIRGINIA WHOLESALE GROCERS Car Lot Distributors Pure Gold Flour First aid flour (selLrismg) Capital Brand meats and lards Susie James and Mary Melissa Andrews ( roommates ) were seated in their room one evening; when Susie was astonished to see Mary take a perfectly blank sheet of paper, fold it, put it into an envelope, and carefully address and stamp the envelope. “Say,” Susie asked, “What in the world are you mailing out that blank sheet of paper for?” “I’m taking a course in a correspondence school and I ' m cutting a class,” Mary replied. Complirnents of EIGENBURN BROS. MEN’S CLOTHES PETERSBURG, VIRGINIA LET A NAME GUIDE YOU TO SERVICE QUALITY VALUE PENDER’S “ Virginia ' s Own Chain ” More than 375 Pender stores in operation serving millions of women attest to the popularity of this Progressive Organization Mr. Gates: “Alice Early looks unusually pretty this morning, doesn ' t she?” M. Overstreet: Yes. Do you think she has any of the family’s beauty?” Mr. Gates: Why, certainly; in fact she got all her good looks from me.” M. Overstreet: I thought somebody must have gotten them. YOUR PHOTOGRAPH carries the most personal of all GREETINGS Crowder’s Studio Randolph - Macon Academy BEDFORD, VIRGINIA I Randolph-Macon Academy prepares boys, promptly and efficiently, tor entrance into the best colleges and universities, and operates under positive Christian influence at the lowest possible cost. For catalogue and full information address William P. Phelps, M.A., Principal BLACKSTONE VIRGINIA BEDFORD VIRGINIA CREAM of the SOUTH Stuart Betts INCORPORATED Wholesale Confectioners 1313 EAST MAIN STREET RICHMOND, VA. The Velvet Kind ICE CREAM We carry a complete line of penny, five and ten cent candy and are sole agents for Schrafft ' s Chocolates A product of Southern Dairies PETERSBURG VIRGINIA “See that smooth looking blonde over there?” “Yes, what about her?” “Well, she may be pretty popular but I wouldn’t marry her on a bet. ' “Just what the dickens do you mean? That’s my sister.” “Well .. er er you see, I never bet.” QUALITY PRICE SERVICE Plumbing, Building and Electric Sufi ilies Visit our showroom of beautiful electric and plumbing fixtures Dixie Supply Go. 44 BOLLINGBROOKE STREET H. P. Harrison Co. INCORPORATED Distributors of Hart ' s Canned Vegetables Prattlow ' s Canned Fruits and Schrafft ' s Chocolate Candies mm PETERSBURG VIRGINIA PETERSBURG VIRGINIA % Main Street Motor Corporation Authorized Agents For FORD Cars, Trucks and Tractors f ■ 4 ¥ THE UNIVERSAL CAR Sales—General Tires—Service Telephone 41 BLACKSTONE VIRGINIA Elinor Hall: “Why didn’t you tell me what kind of a boy he was?” Margaret O.: “Didn’t I say he was a poor fish?” Elinor: “Yes, but you didn’t tell me he was an octopus. Jin Appreciation ((Our work is done. But to us belongs the “last word”; and stopping to take stock and to choose that final say, the thought quickly comes to us of those people who have so generously given of their time and talents. The first one must be our student body who gave their cooperation in all our work. We give our heartiest thanks and grateful appreciation to Miss Bradshaw and her typewriting class, without whose patience, diligence, and steadfast interest the 1928 Acorn could not have been. Miss Ethel Downing was always in the right place, at the right time--ready and willing; both she and Miss Frances Rowe are awarded a rising vote of thanks, along with a hearty recommendation for the use af all future Annual staffs. Our expressions of delight, we think, are a true index of our gratitude to Mr. Probst of the Louise Studio, Petersburg. (( Of course there are others—and we thank you just as sincerely. But our time is limited; the book must end—not, however, without a toast to friendships cemented as together we toil by the midnight oil. | Acorn Staff, ’28 l j -- - - - - r tS 33 ° DREAMS COME TREE ° THE IMPRINT OF PRIDE T R IHTIHG is the great con- ( ) j y_J structive force of the modern —’ civilized world. It plays the indispensable part in the dissemination of news, in the expression and progression of political ideals, in the records and exchange of commerce and industry. It democratizes education, science, art, music —and broadens the scope of everything it touches. QTo appreciate its high place in the esteem of an enlightened world. Printing must be well done. Our offer¬ ing to the cause of Better Printing is REPRESENTED IN THIS ANNUAL J. P. BELL COMPANY, Inc. 816 Main Street ' Lynchburg, Virginia