Hardin Simmons University - Bronco Yearbook (Abilene, TX)

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 t)eclica tion BECAUSE of his ready smile and aggrei BECAUSE of his patience and an understanding of the needs of the student. BECAUSE he has done so much since his return to the campus, BECAUSE he has dedicated himself to the University and its students. We, the staff of the 1953 BRONCO, dedicate this book to him.

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J)n ] ]emoriam In Jonuary the American Flag that flies over the Hardin - Simmons University campus was lowered to half mast in honor of Miss Mary Eliza- beth Head, long-time H-SU staff member. Miss Head, for many years, was a friend and counsellor to the stu- dents of Hardin-Simmons University. She will be remembered by peo- ple of Hardin-Simmons for many years to come. Miss Head who died at the age of 79 broke her hip in a fall at her home, 1301 Hickory Street, October 22, 1952. Sbe underwent surgery but never recovered. Joining the staff of Simmons College September 12, 1920, Miss Head was housemother for the girl's dormitory, working under Presi- dent J. D. Sandefer. The job was to be temporary, until a permanent housemother could be obtained. She stayed, however, and in 1928, was asked to become Dean of Women. She held this position until her retire- ment in 1946. Miss Head has been Mother to more than 3,000 girls.