Boston University College of Practical Arts and Letters - Sivad Yearbook (Boston, MA)

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Do you remember the first day of our second year? We were sophomores at last! And we endeavored to impress the whole world with the fact, but es- pecially that particular part of it occupied by the freshmen. At once we pro- ceeded to initiate them into the joys of college life. They, poor dears, had their hair done up on curlers and in every way were made ridiculous. They were game, though, and we think a great deal of the present Sophomore Class. Early in the year class elections were held. Great excitement then, but Mildred Coleman headed the list, with Mildred Hewins as vice-president, Mary McGrail, secretary, and Mary Johnson, treasurer. We only wish that Milly had stayed with us for the Grand Finale. The next thing on the program was the Endowment Fund drive, that great University affair that filled us all with a deeper desire toward loyalty and love for our Alma Mater. ’24 was the second class in C. S. S. to have a 100% sub- scription—surely a splendid proof of its spirit. February brought plans for the Hop—our first large social affair and formal dance. New gowns were discussed at length and we dreamed of it for weeks. The Committee consisted of Anne Marshall, Lillian Lehmann, and Ruth Middleton. If you want to hear something funny, ask Anne and Lill about the balloons, When the day of this all-important event did arrive, nothing could restrain us. Even Miss Vaughan had hard work to keep her classes interested. You know, she was somewhat worried herself that day about a suitcase her brother was keeping for her—but it was all right in the long run. And of course it was a howling success. Sid Reinherz’s music and the Copley-Plaza are a never-failing combination. We can’t begin to remember all the nice things that happened last year. There was the Dramatic Club play ‘“‘Charm School’’—a bazaar—a birthday party, with Marilyn Miller cutting the cake—convocation with Foch—and the B. U. show, with C. S. S. carrying all honors for leading parts. Now we are juniors—a little wiser in experience, but realizing more than ever before that there is much in the world to learn yet. This year we have been introduced to Law under the guidance of Miss Page, and you know ‘“‘ignorance of the Law excuseth no one,”’ as alas, some of us have already discovered. And we have a class in Rhythmics! And ever so many new courses to pass away our leisure hours, which are very few and far between. This year we can boast of a Dormitory. About one hundred girls live in the building adjoining the Club House. And don’t say a word—there is a real Sivad office there, with a typewriter and desk and everything. Drop in some time! 40

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Junior Class History EPTEMBER 20, 1920—the memorable date that marked the beginning of S our college career! As we entered the new building, saw the new faces, and realized the new experiences which were before us, we somewhat forgot our own fears, and became interested in the people around us. We wondered if we would ever acquire that dignity of manner and air of assurance so noticeable in the Sophomores. How impressive was that first assembly! Our hall, now so dear to us all, beautiful in its simplicity, was appreciated as much by the older students as by us, for the new portion of the college building had just been completed. Dean Davis and Professor Taylor welcomed us as cordially as they have welcomed the succeeding classes. And may no class come into C. S. S. without that wonderful greeti ng! From that time on, we, the Class of ’24, felt that we belonged to C. S. S. We soon discovered that the life of college girls in story books and in reality differed—we had larks, many of them, but we also had hard work, heaps of it. This latter is not mentioned in stories. Shorthand was the trial and tribulation of us all. One girl who was reprimanded in the office because she did not get eight hours’ sleep each night, replied, ‘“Oh, Miss Curtis, I can’t, for I have to do my shorthand.”’ And as for English! The names of ‘Charley’? Gulick and Mr. Code suffice. C. S. S. still continues to have popular professors in the English department. Do you remember the acquaintance party we freshmen had, at which Sally Bright was elected class president? And we had Alice Lyons for vice-president, Peg Kirby for treasurer and for secretary Marie Desautels. Christmas was here before we realized it, and the girls of C. S. S. gave a tea to their mothers and a party to the children of the North End. We often won- dered if the kiddies escaped having a “‘tummy-ache”’ after the feast of ice-cream cones, candy and cakes. And didn’t Professor Taylor make a nice looking Santa Claus! We were especially happy that day, too, for it was then that we learned of the plans for a club house. All the world loves a circus! This was proved on April 15, 1921, when it seemed as if all Boston came to the college circus. Will you ever forget the throngs of people pushing through the corridors, anxious to see everything— side shows, fortune tellers, auction, moving pictures, the prize fight, and the animal ring? Pink lemonade, pop corn and hot dogs were in evidence as per usual. 39

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Our third year is progressing famously, with Louise Bellows as our leader. Mary McGrail is vice-president, Marie Jones, secretary, and Ruth Middleton, treasurer. One of the most important elections was that of Prom Committee— for Prom is one of the biggest things in a junior’s life. Charlotte Armstrong is chairman, and is helped by Virginia Hughes, Theresa Arratto, Margaret Kirby. We are looking forward to an exciting Junior Week, for what with the Pan- adelphic Ball, the Show, the C. S. S. Tea Dance and Prom, there will be some- thing doing every minute. As far as our other activities are concerned, we had a party for the freshmen and we have our Year Book,—take a look at it,—it speaks for itself. We still have one more year to be together—and then—friends will sepa- rate—but our good times and bad times, our gay times and sad times will remain in the memories of us all. We love our college and everything connected with it. It has taught us that service for others is the most important thing in life. May we profit by the worthy lessons learned here, and cherish the friend- ships made. Long live the Class of ’24!! 41