Eastern Mennonite School - Shenandoah Yearbook (Harrisonburg, VA)

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Ruth Stoltzfus Stauffer is respected by her students for her quiet reserve and Christian devotion. Her colleagues appreciate the touch of refinement she adds. While Art continues to be an object of her devotion, “Home” economics has lured her away from the teaching profession—J. R. M. Menno J. Brunk is a teacher of the Bible. He loves to search deeply into its doc- trines, to find and relate its interesting history, and to defend its spiritual truths. Another interest of his is farming.—R. S. S. Elsie Martin, our Supervisor in Training School, believes in efficiency. She en- deavors to train those who are looking forward to a teaching course. Her sugges- tions and criticisms are valuable. She is also interested in the spiritual welfare of her students.—M. J. B. Melvin L. Ruth. “Brother Melvin” loves people, nature, books and music. He is a “good sport” in mountain-hiking and athletics. His neighbors commend his hospitability. As Dean of Men he observes closely, thinks clearly, and judges pru- dently. As head of the Bible Correspondence School he zealously promotes Christian Education in our Church.—E. A. M. Homer A. Mumaw. The popularity of the Industrial Arts Department is due to the enthusiasm and ingenuity of Bro. Mumaw. He is always in a hurry, yet his practical turn of mind lures him to a close inspection of details. His skill as a taxi- dermist is appreciated in our Museum.—M. L. R. Ada Zimmerman, Jr. Coll. ’31, has been with us this year faithfully taking care of Bro. Daniel Lehman’s work in the Education department. Having taught in elementary schools a number of years prior to earning her Master’s degree, she has had experimental as well as scholastic preparation for her work.—H. A. M. J. Mark Stauffer is never gloomy for want of a song. He is the youngest mem- ber of the faculty. Music, his hobby, has become his profession. A subtle, refreshing humor makes his classes popular. The Gospel Team owes much to him for special training and spiritual concern—A. M. Z. Mrs. M. T. Brackbill is instructor in English. The faculty and students alike recognize in her an ability to grasp the thoughts of great authors, and to present literary appreciations in an interesting fashion. She serves her Master well at E. M. S. —J.M.S. Lela I. Eshleman, dean of women and nurse, is in constant demand. A student wishes permission; another needs medical care; a third seeks advice—each receives friendly and sympathetic consideration. Her quiet poise and pleasant disposition have won the respect and friendship of her girls—Mrs. B. Moses Slabaugh, a man zealous for the Lord and His work, teaches High School Bible. He is also busily engaged in pastoral work as superintendent of the Chicago Avenue Mennonite Mission. He possesses a good-natured humor and a sociable spirit.—L. I. E. Page Six

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The Faculty Maurice T. Brackbill is our enthusiastic instructor in Physics, Mathematics and Speech Arts. He is director of Vesper Heights Mennonite Observatory and sponsor of the Astral and Scriblerus Societies. Thoroughness, promptness, and neatness are characteristics appreciated both by his fellow-instructors and by his students.—J. L. S. Dorothy C. Kemrer, devoted to the teaching of Latin and Greek, as well as Typing, and an occasional Mathematics course, is successful in stimulating students to thoroughness and mastery. She is an active Avian and Astralite, congenial, and deeply interested in student life and activity—M. T. B. Chester K. Lehman is our Dean and Registrar, a Minister, and head of the College Bible Department. Frequent calls come from various states for his services on Bible Instruction Programs. Students appreciate his deep interest in their educa- tional and spiritual problems.—D. C. K. Daniel W. Lehman is an efficient trainer of teachers. He instills in students the conviction to magnify the profession of teaching without compromise of Christian principles. Through personal example he impresses a wholesome attitude toward Christian recreation. In all of his work a youthful enthusiasm and energy is main- tained.—C. K. L. Our efficient bursar, H. D. Weaver, keeps us jolly with his pleasing personality. If you want money he has it; if you have money he wants it. He pays for our food, and coal, and remunerates the teachers. As composer of music and business manager of the School, he renders a unique service—D. W. L. The assistant dean who is head of the department of biology, D. Ralph Hostetter, is held in the highest esteem. His thoroughness and promptness on every occasion is a real challenge to all. We appreciate his fluency of speech, keen sense of humor and fine Christian character—H. D. W. Instructor in German, and in English Composition; intensely interested in the spiritual welfare of our young people; faithfully preaching the Word; brimful of ideas and suggestions; spicy and witty in discussions; sympathetic to the “Pennsyl- vania Dutch”—this is Ernest G. Gehman.—D. R. H. Harry A. Brunk, Valley-born, is distinctly a product of E. M. S. Popular first as student, now as History Department head, a s committee man, as public speaker extraordinary, he is vitally woven into the fabric that is E. M. S—E. G. G. Sadie Hartzler is concerned about what is correct in English. More “precious” to her is her Lord. She covets the constant fellowship with Christ in her own life and in the lives of others. She is a worthy spiritual adviser and teacher—H. A. B. Because the church has called John R. Mumaw to other phases of work, it is small wonder he hurries about when he is here. Students in Christian education and in literature find him enthusiastic and thorough. His congenial personal contacts and his practical addresses have enriched our lives.—S. A. H. Page Five

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Class Adviser’s Message to the Seniors THE CHRISTIAN ADVANCE Your motto suggests expectation of continued progress. It indicates a desire to develop more fully the human resources within you. It infers that you anticipate Christian service under the leadership of Christ. This urge for progress, growth, and development is a worthy and noble desire. I sincerely wish you the best of success in your Christian advance. There are several spiritual factors which I think are essential to your progress. You need the power of intellectual achievement, the strength of Christian character, the courage of conviction, and the passion of divine love. You have given studious attention to the accu mulation of knowledge. In addi- tion to the facts and formulas you have learned in the classroom, you have come to see and appreciate the relationships between these and the life you expect to live. You have discovered ideas and ideals that challenge you to more noble living. I hope you will continue this learning process through the years. Strength of character gathers in a personality through experience. You have enjoyed rich Christian fellowships here. You may well cherish the valuable dis- cipline of this institution. These personal and social restraints have laid a good foundation for the self-control and self-discipline so essential to an effective Christian testimony. Convictions have been born in you through spiritual enlightenment and by direct communion with God. You have increased your knowledge of the Word in the classroom and in the various meetings and conferences that have been provided for your spiritual growth. The periods of devotion, the chapel exercises, and prayer circles have developed within you stronger desires and deeper longings for the better life. You need these convictions to go forward in the great conquest of life. Love gives a rich color to our religious experience and testimony. It is this supreme passion that impels one to spend his life in service for Christ and for others. An inward love for Christ constrains men to sacrifice for His glory. I am most con- cerned that this force should be found in your lives as you go forward with Him. With the power of knowledge within you, strength of character, personal con- victions, and a passion for souls you can go on victoriously under the banner of the Cross. Submission to the will of God and devotion to the interests of His kingdom mean victory for you. May the Lord bless your lives with abounding grace as you move “Forward with Christ.” Page Seven