Flora Stone Mather College - Polychronicon Yearbook (Cleveland, OH)

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Harry W. Mountcastle Physics and Astronomy A fine and respected teacher . . . fer- vent admirer of Newton and Cavend- ish . . . his favorite phrase Qspoken with a twinkle in his eyej is, The word 'student' is rapidly becoming ob- soletef' Ruth L. Porter Physical Education Peppy red-head . . . sports expert and a past master at the art of making others knock themselves out . . . that sometimes satiric exterior covers a very kind heart. J. Rogers Musselman Mathematics He seldom smiles, but you can't miss that twinkle in his eye . . . even the most unmathematically minded can grasp his simple and clear explana- tions . . . he takes time to advise the Record staff, too. Newbell N. Puckett Professor of Sociology Delves into different and interesting phases of Sociology . . . reserved, but with a friendly smile and a nice slow Southern drawl . . . a mild-mannered professor with a very pleasant per- sonality. Katherine H. Porter English As sophomore dean, she stresses lib- eral arts in helping make out sched- ules . . . she's digniiied, with a soft voice and beautiful white hair . . . in- sists upon note-taking and original thinking . . . has annual student teas at her apartment. Arthur Shepherd Music Criticism doesn't hurt coming from this mild-mannered head of the music department . . . he is well-liked for his unassuming attitude . . . and wide- ly acclaimed for his abilities as com- poser and musician. 18

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Herman P. Lankelma Chemistry Teaches chemistry with an explicit outline and an ever-present smile . . . he does research Work at the Standard Oil Laboratory, with an office at the power house . . . popular, he's a won- derful personality, a wonderful guy. Christian L. Larsen Political Science - Quiet and unassuming, he's an ideal lecturer, for his lectures outline them- selves . . . has 'a good sense of humor . . . and a passion for mid-monthly quizzes. Barclay S. Leathem Dramatic Arts Straightforward -- no punches are pulled . . . informal, yet definite, he knows all the ins and outs of his sub- ject . . . hobnobs with the best men in the theatre business . . . a hard but satisfying taskmaster. John T. McCarthy Physics Matherites find Physics lab a little easier because of his helpfulness . . . very young-looking . . . but with a stern air of dignity impressive to stu- dents laboring through his courses. Jacob C. Meyer History Brilliant . . . unlimited energy . . . his lectures are punctuated by vigor- ous gesturing and waving of his glasses . . . Siehst du? . . . his keen sense of humor plus a vast store of knowledge make his classes a sheer delight. Nadine Miles Dramatic Arts A former Matherite, Well-liked by all . . . for her pleasing personality as Well as her willingness to share the benefits of her extensive dramatic ex- perience . . . and she's indispensable, come Stunt Night. Clement A. Miller Music He's considered tops over at the music department . . . the rest of the campus would do well to get to know him. Jared S. Moore Philosophy Brown eyes and white hair give him a striking appearance . . . gives method- ical and detailed lectures . . . never misses a trick, never is at a loss. . , H .Eff 1,-E .,- P F?

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Earl L. Shoup Political Science Gets in a plug for Kansas now and then . . . likes to give exams that take five hoursg must be written in two . . . has just Written a textbook for the beginning course . . . often launches into discourses about homesteading in the West. Marion C. Siney History History her profession, the Balkans her specialty . . . quietness and charm, these are hers . . . she enjoys having students in for wonderful teas at her apartment. Audrey Sims Psychology H Our lady psychologist . . . has a wealth of experience which serves to make psych lectures more interesting . . . sweet smile, soft voice. William G. Simon Mathematics, Arts and Sciences Has all the Mather students swooning over his bushy, black eyebrows. Sym- pathizes with Mather hopes for a big- ger and better university. John Hall Stewart History Plus his duties as history professor, he takes time out to direct the Re- serve band . . . tall, slim and smiling . . . an expert on the French Revolu- Helen W. Smith tion and Napoleon. Physical Education Variety makes her gym classes inter- esting . . . her energy makes them exhausting . . . a flash of lightning on the hockey field . . . never forgets a name. if. ,se '4 G H-J s s ,