Elizabeth College - Caps and Belles Yearbook (Charlotte, NC)

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Eiainrg nf Thr Eluninr 0112155 Probably some five thousand, nine hundred and twelve years after the creation of the world, accord- ing to Biblical records, to-wit: the fall of nineteen hundred and eight, there strolled up to the halls of old Betsy the memorable class of 1912. Some of us were talking of home, of friends, or of sweethearts left behind 3 but such thoughts were of short duration, for with surprising swiftness to the Sophomores, we at last adapted ourselves, and launched out upon the troublesome sea of Freshmanhood- ' 'Troublesomen is the proper adjective to use in this case. Really until one is a Freshman, she never realizes the numer- ous little things, which to the poor Freshie seems purposely placed in his path. But we surmounted all obstacles with pluck and grit. Our Sophomore year was one of great importance from a social standpoint. To begin with, the Seniors did themselves proud by a Senior-Sophomore wedding in which the two classes were formally united. Our bride, for the bride was chosen from the Sophomore class, was given a grand reception by the Seniors, to which of course the whole Sophomore class was invited. The wedding cake was cut and all other fes- tivities which pertain to a Wedding were indulged in. Then came our turn to entertain the Seniors, so we decided to give them an automobile ride, followed by a progressive luncheon. Of course we all had a fine time and every thing turned out well, as indeed every thing does in which our class takes part. Then came our Junior year. In this our athletics played a great part. Our Basket-ballTournament was especially interesting, for our team easily won all the games until we came to the Senior game. In this game we tied with them until the last few minutes in which time they scored on us and as fate would have it, the whistle blew at the self-same second and thus the Seniors carried off the cup. Loyal to Old Betsy, loyal to our class, and loyal to our friends, we approach to don our Senior togs, feeling that the many great things we have achieved in the past are mere beginnings to those which we are destined to perform as 1912 of Seniors at Elizabeth. RUTH DOWD. 25?

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A 3luninr5 55112151 Oh, we are jolly Juniors now A dignified lot you see, A cherished hope of cap and gown Adds a weight of dignity. For we mastered Math and Terrence, And now we have agreed To likewise conquer Physics- T'will be a mammoth deed. At tennis too, and Basket ball By way of recreation, We surely will win out in all- Such is our reputation. In society and class assemblies We move with stately grace, For we are Juniors of naughty twelve And we would take our place. The days of our lives pass quickly There is work for all and more, Until at last our dip is won, And our college life be o'er. -F. B S

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