Central Wesleyan College - Centralian Yearbook (Central, SC)

Text from Pages 1 - 60 of the 1936 volume:

i • w E M E THE STUDENT BODY of WESLEYAN METHODIST COLLEGE Volume III $ MAY, 1936 WE-ME-CO ♦ To present in condensed form the his- tory and progress of Central College, and to sum up by word and picture the work done this year, is the sincere purpose of the We-Me-Co staff of Nineteen Hundred Thirty-six. . 2 . VE-ME-( V 1 VE- E D E D I C A T 1 O N Miss Ruth E. Kelley To M iss Ruth E. Kelley, who is to sail to Africa as missionary this year, in deepest appreciation of her faithful service on the Central College Faculty for the past six years, we, the staff of 1936, dedicate this volume of the We-Me-Co. . 3 . WE-ME-CO C T E N T ♦ . 4 . + THE COLLEGE + ORGANIZATIONS + ADVERTISEMENTS WE-ME-CO THE ADMINISTRATION BUILDING . 5 . WE-ME-CO G R E E T I ♦ ♦ REV. I. F. McLEISTER President of the Board of Trustees Syracuse, N. Y. One of the great safeguards of life is to be- come identified with a great cause and live for it, and if it be a cause vital to our salvation, to die for it. We commend to Central College the great cause of Wesleyaii holiness as a project to which every person connected with the institution may well be devoted. Please accept our sincere con- gratulations on your success won by the school year now at its close. I. F. McLeister. . 6 . WE-ME-CO P R E S I D E N T ’S M E S s A G E JOHN FRANK CHILDS A. B. President Those who founded Central College intend- ed to establish a school which would provide a distinctly Christian education. This idea has pervaded the work of the College through the years and progress has been made in the ful- fillment of the purpose. Central College chal- lenges youth to a greater life of Christian service. . 7 . WE-ME-CO ♦ FACULTY PRESIDENT JOHN FRANK CHILDS Mathematics, Ancient Languages, and Psychology A. B., Wesleyan Methodist College; A. B., Emory University; Student University of Ga., University of Chicago; Graduate Stu- dent, Emory University. PROF. CLAYTON G. LAWRENCE Education, History, and French A. B., Wofford College; M. A., University of North Carolina. WE MEJ O a I, Aitorr a u. itei« vi ••««� f m. (hrtM r«tw«. urn. � WE-ME-CO ♦ FACULTY PROF. JAMES B. CHILDS High School Natural Sciences A. B., Asbury College; Student Clemson College: Graduate Student. Duke Univer- sity. PROF. MARGARET GAINES CHILDS Piano and Theory B. Mus., Asbury College; Student, Wes- leyan Methodist College. Greenville Wo- man's College and Conservatory. WE-ME-CO ♦ FACULTY PROF. RUTH E. KELLEY High School Social Sciences and Latin A. B.. Asbury College; Anderson College; Graduate Student, Peabody College, Duke University. MISS JANET MacGREGOR Dean of Women and Matron 11 WE-ME-CO 12 WE-ME-CO Junior College Graduates CLASS OFFICERS: ROBERTA HAMMOND ................................. President FRANCENE CUDE .................................Vice President LUCIA DILLARD ..................................... Secretary VIRGIL MITCHELL.................................... Treasurer Class Colors: Rose and White Class Motto: “There Is No Excellence Without Great Labor” . 13 . WE-ME-CO . 14 WE-ME-CO ♦ VALEDICTORY “How transient every earthly bliss, how slender all the fondest ties.” Time bears us swiftly to the end of life’s joys and its sorrows. It is with a feeling of joy mingled with sadness that we have come to the end of our Junior College days. As we approach this—the goal—toward which, for two years we have been striving, the memory of hardships and defeat fade into insignificance. Our hearts are filled with gratitude to our Heavenly Father, for we have been conscious of His presence, blessing and guidance. He has been our refuge and strength. And though, tonight, earthly ties and associations are severed, may we throughout life’s journey, walk more closely with our God. We have known that this hour would come—but we always put it off —next year, next month, next week—always on the morrow, but now the time of parting has arrived We must say that “little w'ord that breaks the chain of years,” farewell. First to our Alma Mater, this institution which we have learned to love, we would express our appreciation, ere we leave her classrooms and her halls. As a “fond mother” indeed she has proved a protection against storms of threatening influences. We hope and predict for our school, suc- cess in a larger measure as she continues to direct youth in paths of knowl- ege and Christian living. To our beloved president, we are grateful for his patient, unselfish, faithfulness to duty—his words of wisdom and advice. To him in parting we pledge our loyalty, and keenly sensing our loss we bid him—farewell. Members of the faculty, you have guided us through a labyrinth of perplexing problems. We shall always remember your diligence, kindness, and love. Even tonight, many of the answers to the questions of the gruel- ling examinations have passed from our minds; but a vision of life with its true values of character, and its challenge to youth is indelibly stamped upon our very hearts. You have told us t:: build for character and you have exemplified your teaching. We are appreciative of your every effort in our behalf—b-ut -again we must say “the saddest word fond lips have ever spoken”—so members of the faculty, farewell. Undergraduates, cur association with you has been pleasant. We shall ever cherish the memory of happy times in the dormitory, in the dining room, in the chapel, and on the campus. We leave this school in your keeping. May you fill the places we are leaving vacant more efficiently than we filled them, and may your memory cf us be pleasant, as our’s shall always be of you. Undergraduates, “there is a word bejewreled with bright teas”—’tis called—farewell. Fellow classmates, tonight, our fellowship is broken, class ties are riven, and we must part. ([‘It may be for years, it may be forever.” We are assembled for our last class exercise; our farewells must be spoken. Happy has been our association—fondly we say goodbye. Tis well that the future is unknown. Mingled with feelings for the past, come anticipa- tions for the future which allure us on. Time speeds on with flying feet and all alike must follow. So with a last lingering look at the setting sun of our Junior College days, shining with a tender radiance clothing all the scene with beauty, we turn and face the day just dawning. “Sunset and evening star, Twilight and evening hell And one clear call for me! And after that the dark: And may there be no moaning of the bar And may there be no sadness of farewell When I put out to sea. When I embark.'’ —Rosalie Francene Cude. . 15 . WE-ME-CO Junior College Graduates FRANCENE CUDE, Valedictorian Colfax, N. C. Pres. Class 1934-35, Sec’y. Student Body 1934- 36, Sec’y. Y. M. W. B. 1934-35, 1935-36, College Chorus 1934-35, Vice Pres. Class 1935- 36, Sec y. K. L. S. 1935, Sec’y. W. C. C, 1935, Pres. K. L. S. 1936, College Trio 1935- 36, Phi. Spk. Club. Typist Star of Hope 1934-36. Francene may be small in stature but she has been an excellent student, and has made a fine record at W. M. C. Her pleasant disposition attracts everyone. She is usually quiet, hut when she does speak people take notice. Her music, smile, and kind words have won her a place in every heart. Her life of deep consecration makes her one of the most outstanding leaders in the spir- itual organizations of the school. ROBERTA HAMMOND, Salutatorian Central, S. C. See'y.-Treas. 1934-35, K. L. S.. Phi. Spk. Club 1935-36, Pres. Class 1935-36. Interesting, friendly, energetic, talented— that’s Roberta. She hasn't worn lierself weary yet by studying, but somehow a swift glance at her hook just before class always results in an “A.' She has ambitions which range from a dramatic instructor to a good housewife. . 16 WE-ME-CO Junior College Graduates NAOMI WILLIAMS Ashburn, Ga. K. L. S„ Pbl. Spk. Club, Asst Sec'y. K. L. S. '35. College Chorus '35 36. Program Committee V. Y. P. S. '34'36. Naomi is a friend to all and has won many In return. Surely her willingness to work, her intelligence, and her sweet dis- position will bring her success and happi- ness in the field of Christian service. LUCIA DILLARD Central, S. C. Sec y Class '35-'36. P, L. S.. News Re- porter Star of Hope” ‘35-'36. Quiet, modest, pretty brown eyes, a sweet disposition, and smiles describe Lucia. She is rather hard to get acquainted with but when one knows her well he finds she has a keen sense of wit and humor, and Is al- ways ready to lend a helping hand. . 17 WE-ME-CO Junior College Graduates SALLIE EVATT Central, S. C. P. L. S. Sec y ’35. Public Speaking Club ’34-’36, Winner Declamation Contest '36. Ass’t. Secy Class '36. Sallie’s spirit of cooperation and lofty ideals will bring her success in whatever field of labor she may choose. Her Christian character and consistent life are an inspira- tion to many. ¥ FRANK WARREN Mentone, Ala. Pres. K. L. S. '35. Vice Pres. W. C. Con- ference '35, Pres. Student Body '36, Pres. Y. M. W. B. '34-’35, '35'36, Subsc. Mgr. Star of Hope” 1934-35, Editor Star of Hope 1935-36, Pres. College Chorus '34-'35, Vice Pres. Class '34- 35, Pbl. Spk. Club. No praise too high can be given him, is what his classmates say. Anyway every- one agrees that Frank has been a worker, a Christian friend, a popular student, and a great addition to W. M. C. With his win- ning personality, noble ideals, and high am- bitions, were expecting great things from him. . 18 WE-ME-CO Junior College Graduates SARA KELLEY Central, S. C.—Under-graduate Sec y. K. L. s. '35. College Chorus ’34-’35, Associate Editor Star of Hope” ’35-3� ), Col- lege Trio ’35-‘36, Pbl, Spk. Club. Attractive, charming, talented—these are three of the outstanding characteristics of one of the most popular members of the student body. Surely Sara’s Christian char- acter. intelligence, and cheerful smile will lead her into a greater life of usefulness, service and success. JULIA BOWLING Centra), S. C.—Under-graduate Asst. Secy. K. L. S. '35. Social Commit- tee K. L. S. ’35 Pb. Speaking Club '34-35, ‘35-’3)5. A girl of strong likes and dislikes. Likes: Cake, mountain trips, bikes. Dislikes: His- tory, Greek, and term papers. Sometimes we think she is a man haler, but she will probably be the first bride because she has the qualities men like, namely: Sympathy, humor, and good sportsmanship. 19 . WE-ME-CO Junior College Graduates VtRGIL MITCHELL Six Mile, S. C.—Undergraduate Pres. P. L. S. '36, Pres. W. C. Conference '34-'35, ’35 ■36, V. Pres. Student Body 36, Treas. Class ‘36, Bus. Mgr. Star of Hope '36, Phi. Spk. Clab ’34-’36. High ambitions, lofty ideals, a consecrat- eii life, willingness to serve others and other noble principles characterize Virgil's life. His cheerful disposition and kind man- ner have won him many friends. We predict for him a great future. ♦ 20 WE-ME-CO ♦ HOROSCOPE Name: Julia Bowling. Nickname: Julie. Favorite Saying: Sure enough? Treasured Possession: English book. Ambition: To be a dressmaker. Name: Francene Cude. Nickname: Cenie. Favorite Saying: I'm so happy! Treasured Possession: A table lamp. Ambition: To drive a new Nash. Name: Sallie Evatt. Nickname: Favorite Saying: Treasured Possession Ford. Ambition: To he a school teacher. Name: Lucia Dillard. Nickname: Luke. Favorite Saying: Well who would have thought it? Treasured Possession: A black cat. Ambition: To puss an English quiz. Name: Roberta Hammond. Nickname: Bert. Favorite Saying: Has that petition been passed ? Treasured Possession; Red striped neck tie. Ambition: To he able to bake good biscuit. Name: Sara Kelley. Nickname: Favorite Saying: I want a Milky Way. Treasured Possession: Piano, Ambition: To go to Washington. Name: Virgil Mitchell. Nickname: Verg. Favorite Saying: Where's Mary? Treasured Possession: Greek Book. Ambition: To get married. Name: Naomi Williams. Nickname: Nomle. Favorite Saying: A Hersbey bar. Treasured Possession: Scrap book. Ambition: To be a school ma'am. Name: Frank Warren. Nickname: Frankie. Favorite Saying: Let's go to town. Treasured Possession: A black bow tie. Ambition: To be a camp meeting preacher. 21 College Freshmen CLASS OFFICERS: President............................MILDRED STAFFORD Vice President ......................MARGARET MURPHY Secretary........................................MARY PARKS Assistant Secretary .................... BERTA MAE EADES Treasurer..........................BENNY FRANK MALLARD Motto: “Others.” “OTHERS” The people who bless the world with their lives are those who choose to serve others. Jesus taught us this lesson by His life and His word. In Matthew 10:39 He says, “He that shall lose his life for my sake shall find it.” If we are to be happy and successful, we must forget our petty troubles and strive to lift someone else’s burdens. This is truly the purpose of every member of the Freshman class. We are preparing ourselves, not to gain wealth and fame in the world, but to be a blessing to others; and we are striving to have the unselfish spirit portrayed by the poet in these lines: “Lord, let me live from day to day In such a self-forgetful way That even when I kneel to pray My prayer shall be for others.” . 22 . WE-ME-CO FRESHMAN ( LASS Front Row—Paul Newton. Alma Grant, Theta Qinby, Mary Parks, Mildred Stafford, Ben Mallard Back Row Lila Parrott, llertie Mae Eacb-s, Hattie Mae Riggins, Margaret Murphy. Roy Merrill, Evange- line Lusk. Beatrice Abercrombie, Sara Nalley. . 23 . High School Seniors ( LASS OFFICERS: ERNEST SHIGLEY .................................. President WESLEY LOVIN...................................Vice President SARA MAE BOWLING .................................. Secretary Class Colors: Blue and White SALUTATORY It is commencement time. From college and high school an energetic, ambitious group of young men and women are about to cross a new threshold. In the past lie now the purposeful years of preparation wherein we have been directed and restrained by teachers and parents. Before us stretches an unbounded, trackless future. To each of us it is a high moment. The goal praised by elders, in- centive through years of application, has at last been reached. That full participation in life for which we have spent almost all our remembered days in preparation is about to begin. The class of 1936 extends to you, patrons, friends, and teachers, a most cordial welcome to this, our graduating exercise. During our school years you have directed us but now we must face the future for ourselves. The equipment and training we have received here in school will help us to face the tasks that are before us. The influence of Christian teaching has been an incentive to us to strive for the higher things of life. There is something poignant in the commencement of 1936 for the average young man or woman graduate. But we feel that God has favored us by permitting us to attend this school where it has been instilled in our minds to build for Christian character. We face the future, not to live for self, but to serve God and our fellow- man. This is a night of joy and gladness because we have been safely guided to that goal of graduation. Our joys are brighter when shared with others, and the memory of our victory will be more lasting because you are here to share them with us. The memory of our sorrows have vanished for tonight, and with hearts full of appreciation and joy to you who have been through the years an inspiration, we extend a hearty welcome. —Sara Mae Bowling. . 24 . WE-ME-CO . 25 . WE-ME-CO High School Seniors SARA MAE BOWLING Central, S. C. Asst. Sec’y. K. L. S. '35. Decorating Com- mittee '36, Class Sec’y. '36. Sara Mae has added much to the school atmosphere at Central, and her classmates know that her winning personality and kindness to everyone will help her to con- tribute much to the ones with whom she will associate in life. In the class room, where her high scholarship is portrayed, she has been a constant source of inspira- tion. ERNEST SHIGLEY, JR. Mentone, Ala. Vice Pres. Class '33-’34, Pres. Class '35- ’36, K. L. S. Vice Pres. .'36, W. C. Con. Vice Pres. '36. The atmosphere of Central College has been made brighter by his presence, better by his Godly life and willingness to co- operate in all the school's actviities. Yes. Ernest has been a great addition to the social life and to the kitchen. And here is a secret about him—he can and will keep a secret! . 26 WE-ME-CO WESLEY LOVIN Kings Mountain, N. C. Male Quartette '34-'35, College Chorus ’34-'36, Pres. Class 34-’36, Pres K. L S. '35, Treas. College Conf. ‘35, Circulation Mgr. Star of Hope ’35-’3G. Wesley has added much to school life by his singing .tint executive ability. His en- thusiasm ami energetic service in the K. L S. mark him as a loyal member Surely his speaking and singing ability will con tinne to carry good tidings and cheer to others while they win for him happiness and success. ♦ HOROSCOPE Name: C. Wesley Lovin, Nickname: Goof us. Favorite Saying You do? Treasured Possession: Scrap Book. Ambition Famous evangelist, Nam� Ernest ShJgley. Nickname: Shig. Favorite Saying: Thai's right Treasured Possession: Letter box Ambition: Successful pastor. Name: Sara Mae Bowling. Nickname: Dimples. Favorite Saying: I don't know. Treasured Possession: My books. Ambition: To be pretty. . 27 . WE-ME-CO . 28 . WE-ME-CO 29 WE-ME-CO PHILOMATHIAN LITERARY SOCIETY Front Row (Left to Right) -James Miller. Olive Failing, Olga Rushing, Hetty Wooldridge, Margaret Murphy. Sallie Evatt. Mattie Israel. Second Row Rose Shapley, Theta Gunby, Sara Nalley, Lucia Dillard, IRmi.i Mae hades, Lila Parrott, Virgil Mitchell. Ha� k Row Ray Wooldridge, Aubrey Watkins, Lonnie Barbee, W. D, Argo, Roy Merrill, and Bennie Fran k Mallard. . 30 . WE-ME-CO KE EWAN IS LITERARY SOCIETY Front Row (Left to Right)—Wesley Lovin, Sara Mae Bowling, Teresa Ross, Lois Failing, Ruth Dean, Sara Kelley, Mildred Stafford, Clyde Bryant. Second Row- Fred Elrod, Rayburn Garner, Beatrice Aber- crombie, Roberta Hammond, Mary Parks, Carl Sparks, Francene Cude. Third Row Alma Grant, Hattie Mae Riggins, .Julia Bowling, Evangeline Lusk, Ernest Shigley, Perrie Lusk. Back Row—Frank Warren, Estelle Alexander, Naomi Williams, George Davis, and Oscar Phillippe. . 31 . WE-ME-CO MINISTERIAL GROUP Front Row (Left to Right)—Frank Warren, Rayburn Garner, Fred Elrod, Ray Wooldridge, Clyde Bryant, Carl Sparks, Bennie Frank Mallard. Second Row—Janies Miller, Ernest Shigley, Virgil Mit- chell, Perrie Lusk. Back Row—Aubrey Watkins, Lonnie Barbee, George Davis, Dr. E. E. Barrett, Spon- sor. and Oscar Phillippe. . 32 . WE-ME-CO PUBLIC SPEAKING CLASS Front Row (Left to right)—Sara Kelley, Prof. Rutli E. Kelley, Mildred Stafford. Second Row—Roy Merrill, Rayburn Garner, Sallie Evatt, Theta GunbV, Beatrice Abercrombie. Francene Gude, Virgil Mit- chell, Frank Warren. Back Row—Berta Mae Fades, Lila Parrott, Naomi Williams, Julia Bowling, Evan- geline Lusk, Roberta Hammond. Sara Nalley, and Lonnie Barbee. . 33 . WE-ME-CO FACULTY AND STUDENTS 34 WE-ME-CO THE COLLEGE TRIO CUDE. Tenor; KELLEY, Soprano; STAFFORO. Atto. Theme Song: “YOU ASK WHAT MAKES ME HAPPY. 35 . WE-ME-CO J. N. MORGAN ESTATE Dealer in DRY GOODS — GROCERIES — HARDWARE Central, S. C. Compliments of THE IDEAL PAINT AND VARNISH COMPANY Asheville, N. C. S. J. FORTUNE, Manager Very truly yours, IDEAL PAINT AND VARNISH COMPANY Groceries, Produce, Hardware W. G. Pressley, Mgr. ROPER’S Dry Goods, Shoes, Notions Central, S. C. T. B. NALLEY LUMBER COMPANY ‘Good Service On Good Lumber’ Easley, S. C. . 36 . WE-ME OO . 87 . WE-ME-CO WESLEYAN METHODIST CHURCH Kannapolis, N. C. J. C. Poole, Treas. Rev. E, W. Black, Pastor VISITORS ALWAYS WELCOME SHADY GROVE WESLEYAN METHODIST CHURC H REV. LYMAN F. LANCE, Pastor C ompliments of W. Y. P. S. . 38 . WE-ME-CO SNAPSHOTS . 39 . WE-ME-CG THE £T0H8 IA Y WESLEYAN METHODIST COLLEGE OF CENTRAL Offers to You the FOLLOWING OPPORTUNITIES: 1. A Christian Atmosphere. 2. The companionship of fine young people. 3. Association with a noble, inspiring faculty. 4. Quiet, pleasant surroundings in which to study. 5. Junior College work accepted by the South Carolina Department of Education for teacher certification, and recognized by many standard and accredited colleges. 6. Courses in Christian training, one of which leads to the Th. B. degree. 7. Excellent training in music. 8. Preparation for life at a very low cost. 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Lance, Colfax, N. C., for descriptive folder and names of workers. The object of th Camp is the soring of the. people and establishing them in that “Holiness without which no man shall see the Lord. T. L. HILL, President LYMAN F. LANCE, Secty. and Treas. BOLT S DEPARTMENT STORE Outfitters to Men, Women and Children Easley, S. C. S ARLIN’S The Store of Greater Values” LIMBER -- - BUILDING MATERIA I BUILDERS’ SUPPLIES Telephone ’� 7 Central, S. C, Easley, S. C. EAT PONDER S ICE CREAM The Taste Tells Liberty, S. C. . 43 . WE-ME-CO Compliments of E. P. BUCK Compliments of SOUTH CAROLINA CONFERENCE W. Y. P. S. My Compliments to Central College For Its Hiffh Standard and Accomplishments for the .. . WESLEYAN METHODIST CHURCH JOE LAWRENCE Ashburn, Ga. , 44 . WE-ME-CO COMPLIMENTS OF FIRST WESLEYAN METHODIST CHURCH REV. J. A. WOOD, Pastor Gastonia, N. C. COMPLIMENTS OF GASTONIA FIRESTONE CHURCH REV. H. B. HIATT, Pastor Gastonia, N. 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