Howard University - Bison Yearbook (Washington, DC)

Text from Pages 1 - 149 of the 1932 volume:

C X I 1 1 I I s Copyright. M(.’MXXX 11 IIowahi) Sxkkd, Editor-in-Chicf .Tamks X. Wakd, Ituxincss Mdiiagcr THE 1932 BISON Of IPECOCEjrr Published bjf the S E X I O R C L A S S O F II O W A R I) U N I V E K S I T V Washington, I). C. FOREWORD E have worked and played together; we have shared our joys and sorrows, our accomplishments and failures. We have gone our way as comrades through four University But youth, as its pathway opens daily upon new vistas, new experience, new pleasures, forgets sometimes that those things which it now enjoys and looks forward to, are hut the heritage of those gone before. Thus if this book in the days to come serve to recall to you more vividly the achievements of those years, the pleasant recollections of undergraduate days at Howard; then we shall feci that the earnest labor spent hereupon has not been in vain. The richest friendships wc shall know the friendships we hare made. years. CONTENTS CHAPTER ONE THE UNIVERSITY CHAPTER TWO TIIE ADMINISTRATION CHAPTER THREE THE Cl.ASSES CHAPTER FOUR ACTIVITIES CHAPTER FIVE ATHLETICS CHAPTER SIX THE GREEKS CHAPTER SEVEN FUN ANI) ADS DEDICATION V e stand with our Alma Mater and our race in the Aurora of a new age—an advanced era in which society is struggling feverishly for new and still greater attainments. If we are to maintain our share of this burden of advancement, we must adopt an attitude that makes for dissatisfaction with all we have thus far accomplished. Because we feel this conviction to be. in particular. characteristic of the class of ')2 we lav this book in dedication, upon the Altar of Progress. Ocoroc XU. Cool;, a. fll . Bluinnit ; Pioneer; ©can; Crudtcc—BicO Bnnuoi 20. tO.'tl Tell every boy and girl that has ever been at Howard University or who is now at Howard, that I love them and want them to go out and and make good.”—(Last request of Dean Cook.) ftltcbacl O. iDuinas, fln. 5 . Blumnue; JSenefactor; Cru tec H ic0 februan? 7. 1032 We shall rest, and faith, we shall need it— Lie down for an cron or two Till the Matter of all Good Workmen Shall set ut to work anew!” jfranfc TR. Cooh. rt). s . Blumnu ; Specialist: protestor ©ice februan? i3. m?32 And no one shall work for money. And no one shall work for fame; hut each for the joy of the working, And each, in his separate star Shall paint the thing as Ire sees it— IN MEMORIAM HISTORICAL SKETCH OF HOWARD UNIVERSITY j N THU face of discouraging pessimism of his friends, it is a tribute to the memory and unceasing efforts of General Oliver Otis Howard, distinguished military leader of the Civil War and philanthropist, that in 1867 he should he instrumental in founding a university which on March 2, 1932, celebrated its sixty-fifth anniversary. This university, unique in its purpose and relation to the Federal Government, his through this long space of years sent forth more than 10,000 graduates to every State in the Union, as well as to other countries of the world. Much of the early support of the university came through the Bureau of Refugees. Freedmen. and Abandoned l.ands. In 1873, the Bureau was discontinued and the university became entirely dependent upon private aid. In 1879, Congress granted to Howard University an annual subsidy of £10,000. This sum was gradually increased until 1930-31, when the appropriation reached £ 1,249,000. On June 30, 1926, Dr. Mordecai Wyatt Johnson was elected to the presidency of the University. Since the beginning of his administration the Medical School Building has been completed and a Medical School Endowment Fund has materialized. Other physical features of the University have been added: Three women’s dormitories have been erected; plans for a chemistry building and a library building have been completed. and appropriations have been authorized towards the construction of other plans as well as the grading and beautification of the campus. Although a privately-controlled non-sectarian institution, Howard University for many years has enjoyed the benefits of financial assistance from Congress. This aid has been granted because of the needs of the university in meeting a responsibility not fully met elsewhere, and because of a lack of private resources. But it has been difficult for the university authorities to plan a consistent and permanent program of development worthy of full recognition, because Federal aid was not regularly authorized by basic legislation. After careful investigation. Congress passed a law approved December 13, 1928, which reads as follows: I3e it enacted by the Senate and the House of Representatives of the United States of America in Congress assembled, that Section 8 of an Act entitled, An Act to Incorporate Howard University in the District of Columbia, Approved March 2, 1867, be amended to read as follows: Section 8. Annual appropriations are hereby authorized to aid in the construction, development, improvement, and maintenance of the university, no part of which shall be used for religious instruction. The university shall at all times be open to inspection by the Bureau of Education and shall be inspected by said Bureau at least once each year. An annual report making a full exhibit of the affairs of the university shall be presented to Congress each year in the report of the Bureau of Education. Numbered among recent gifts are $250,000 from the General Education Board toward a half million dollar Medical Endowment, a like amount being contributed by alumni and friends of the University: $150,-000 from the General Education Board for the equipment of the new Medical Building; $200,000 from the Hubert estate for the development of the University program of Medical Education; $20,000 from Mr. Julius Rusrnwald for research in Zoology. During the sixty-five years of existence Howard University has steadily grown, and has rendered increasing service to its constituency and society in general. The quality of its instruction and character of training have led to full recogition of its educational work by leading educational authorities. This recognition is due in part to the vision of the founders and in part to the excellent leadership that has been maintained throughout its existence. It has fulfilled the wish of its founders, and under the guidance of the present administration it bode well to reach greater and untold heights. —and there we read. On many a none, the signature of fame, The Builder's Mark, our Alma Mater's Same. Van Dvitf. THE LONG WALK And who of us have never trod The Long Walk, down to Mom, And lingered on its beaten path In sunshine and in rainy When winter lay upon the hill. And cheerless was the day, When weird and chilly blew the wind As we went down the way: When spring the leafing trees did bud, When blossoms first broke through On bush and bough and tulip beds That they might live anew; When autumn brought her tinted leaves To strew the rugged walk, While some did loiter there to amuse. And some to quietly talk'y And who of us have ever thought 'The Long Walk piayed a part— And knew one-half possessed a laugh, The other a broken heart? Edna Burke. Thk Long Walk Girls’ New Dormitories ADMINISTRATION 1 9 • B I S O N -32 BOARD OF TRUSTEES OFFICERS Arraham Flexner, A.M., LL.D., M.D. President of the Board Mordkcai W. Johnson, S.T.M., D.D. President of the University Emmett J. Stott, A.M., LL.D. Secretary-Treasurer MEMBERS (Term Expires 1932) Sara W. Brown, S.B., M.D. New York, N. Y. Mordecai W. Johnson, S.T.M., D.D. Washington. D. C. Thomas Jesse Jones, A.M., Ph.D. New York, N. Y. Jesse E. Moorland, D.D. New York, N. Y. Peter Marshall Murray, A.B., M.D. New York, N. Y. James C. Napier, LL.D. Nashville, Tcnn. Channing H. Tobias, A.B., B.D. New York, N. Y. M. F. Wheatland. A.M.. M.D., LL.D. Newport, R. I. (Term Expires 1933) Louise C. Ball. A.B., D.D.S. ______New York, N. Y. W. Justin Carter. LL.B. Harrisburg, Pa. George W. Crawford, LL.B. New Haven, Conn. Rolfs Cobleigh_______________________Boston, Mass. John R. Hawkins, A.M. Washington, D. C. Ulysses G. B. Pierce, Ph.D.. LL.D. Washington, D. C. Theodore Roosfvfi.t, A.M. New York, N. Y. John H. Sherburne, LL.B. Boston, Mass. (Term Expires 1934) Jacob Billikopf, Ph.D., LL.D. Philadelphia. Pa. Walter G. Crump, M.D. New York, N. Y. Victor B. Dkyber.............. Washington, D. C. Abraham Flexner, A.M., LL.D., M.D. New York, N. Y. Chas. H. Garvin, A.B., M.D. Cleveland, Ohio Albert Bushnell Hart, PhD., LL.D., Litt.D.. Cambridge, Mass. George Foster Peabody, A.M., LL.D. New York, N. Y. C. H. Pope...................... Washington, D. C. HONORARY MEMBERS John A. Cole, LL.D.................... Chicago. III. Wilbur P. Thirk.kld, LL.D... New York, N. Y. Francis J. Grimke, D.D.... Washington, D. C. PATRON EX-OFFICIO Honorable Ray Lyman Wilbur, M.D., LL.D.. Sc.D. Secretary of the United States Department of the Interior, Washington, D. C. T wenty-two 1 9 • B I S O N - 32 DR. MORDECAI WYATT JOHNSON, President We need say little of Dr. Mordecai W. Joimson, President of Howard University. His entire life has been a record of profound achievement and stands out as one due to inspire, prompt and encourage every young Negro student in the world to greater personal achievement. He is a fearless leader, an excellent administrator and a true friend of the student body of Howard University1. The high respect and regard of the student body for Dr. Johnson is always manifest at the University. Under his administration Howard University is experiencing a growth unprecedented heretofore in all its history. The success of his work in the University is excellently exemplified by the greatness of the things he has done. A non-partisan policy has characterized his administration, and the further progress and advancement of the University is assured by his constructive program. T urnty-three noj-iCiuJMj' 19- B I S O N 32 OFFICERS OF ADMINISTRATION Mobdecai Wvatt Johnson, A.M., S.T.M., D.D.. President Ralph J. Bunche, A.B., A.M..... Assistant to the President Richard H. Hill, A.B.. A.M. Special Assistant to the President eel Emmet J. Scott, A.M., LL.D. Secretary-Treasurer Frederick D. Wilkinson, Registrar William B. West, S.B_______________________________ Dean of Men Lucy D. Slowe, A.B., A.M. Dean of Women Davie B. Pratt, A.B.. B.D.. D.D, Dean, School of Religion Numa P. G. Adams, A.B., A.M., M.D. Dean, College of Medicine Charles J. Furhmann, Phar.D. Vice-Dean, College of Pharmacy Russell A. Dixon, D.D.S. Acting Dean, College of Dentistry Charles H. Houston, A.B., LL.B.. S.B.B. Vice-Dean, School of l-aw Edward P. Davis, A.B., A.M., Ph.D. Dean, College of Liberal Arts Dwight O. W. Holmes, A.B., A.M. Dean, College of Education Charles H. Thompson, A.B., A.M., Ph.D., Acting Dean, College of Education Lulu V. Childers, Mus.B. Director, School of Music Lewis K. Downing, A.B., S.B. in C. E., S.B. in E. A., Acting Dean, College of Applied Science George M. Lightfoot. A.B., A.M. Director, Summer Session Elijah H. Allen, M.D. Director, University Health Service Emory B. Smith, A.B., B.D., LL.B. Field Agent and Publicity Director Emma G. Murray, A.B., A.M. Acting librarian Albert I. Cassell, B. of Arch. University Architect Edward S. Hope, A.B., S.B., S.M— - Supt. of Buddings and Grounds Linwooo G. Koger, A.B., LL.B. Alumni Secretary Robert Alexander University Printer T we nty-five 19-BISON 32 Twenty-six 19- B I S O N -32 4 DIVISION OF UNIVERSITY HEALTH SERVICE 'Thb University Health Service is a unit of the University which attends to the care and preservation of the health of its students, as a means of not only creating the greatest effectiveness on the part of the undergraduate during his academic life, but as an educational and health care service to the end of producing individuals physically and mentally strong and intelligent regarding the conservation of their health. The student body is examined periodically to insure the correction of physical defects. The student is encouraged to report for medical care early in the event of illness. This type of medical care undoubtedly keeps the student best able to pursue University life with the least handicap by loss of energy, with the greatest contentment and the minimum distraction due to health problems. Besides the actual conservation of life, there are the fewest possible days lost from class work. The athlete is given superior health care and only those physically able are allowed to participate in any sport. Campus sanitation and hygiene is given special attention. Howard University excels in the preservation of the health of its members. HEALTH STAFF PERSONNEL ---------------Director ----Assistant Physician to Men Physician to Women Registered Nurse in Charge Registered Nurse in Infirmary -----------------------Secretary Dr. Elijah H. Allen Dr. C. A. Walwyn Dr. Dorothy Bolding-Ferebee Miss Eva D. Jones Miss Mildred Wood Miss S. Victoria Robinson T wenty-seven 19 ■ B I S O N • j 2 THE GALLERY OF ART The Gallery of Art of Howard University, which was formally opened April 7, 1930, hat attracted the interest of many art lovers from all parti of the world. The fact that this gallery is the only one in the world directed entirely hy Negroes makes it unique. Never until now,” wrote an art critic in the New York Times of October 26. 1950, has there been such a place where Negro art students have had the opportunity to studv on such a large scale within the walls of their own institution, products of artists of the highest rank both at home and abroad. One of the main aims of the gallery is to develop in Negro youth an appreciation of that phase of art which formerly he had not the opportunity or incentive to study. Although there are many who believe that art is peculiarly characteristic of the Negro, until recent years little was done to inspire Negro youth to paint. On the contrary, many attempts were made to discourage him. The Department of Art at Howard University, through its gallery, is endeavoring to encourage this talent and at the same time further the general appreciation of art among Negroes. Mr. James Vernon Herring, graduate of Syracuse University, who organised the Art Department at Howard University ten years ago, « Erector of the gallery. T verity ,gh, 1 9 • B I S O N -.32 THE SENIOR CLASS Colors: Blue and Orange Motto: Not on the heights but climbing” President Vice-President Secretary Treasurer OFFICERS Merril D. Booker__________________ Louise Pearson____________ _______ Ethel Randolph------------------- William A. Stansrurv T hirty 1 9 • B I S O N -32 DAISY BEATRICE ALLEN Baby Dog Arsenal Technical High School. Indianapolis. Ind. College or Education: English Stylus Club, 3, 4; Historical Society; Pestalozzi-Frcebel Society. MARIUS WALKER ALLEN Simp A i A Brainerd Institute. Chester. South Carolina Liberal Arts: Chemistry Vanity Football 2, 3: A-Cappella Chorus 1, 2; University Choir I; Men's Glee Club 1, 2, 3. Business Manager 4; Musical Art Society. BERTHA COOPER ANDERSON Armstrong High St bool. Washington, D. C. Colli of or Education: Evening Classes Secretary to the President of Miner Teachers College. Plans to teach commercial subjects. THELMA RABERTA ARNOLD The Lincoln High School, Kansas City, .Missouri College or Education: English Women’s Glee Club J, 4; Soccer Club 1; Prstalozzi-Froebcl Society. JANE ELIZABETH AVANT Hill tide High School, Durham, North Carolina Applied Science: Domestic Art Home Economics Club. EMILY GERTRUDE BAER Baer” A 2 B Williamsport High School, Williamsport. Pcnnsylrama Liberal Arts: Commerce and Finance Chamber of Commerce: Pennsylvania Club; French Club; Economics Club; Women’ League: Bison Staff, Associate Business Manager 4; University Bookstore 2, 3. 4; Basketball I. 2: Hockey Team 2; Archery Club 2. T hirty-cne n-BISON'i! J. CLARKE BAILEY A 2 H Dunbar High School. Washington. D. C. Liberal Arts: Mathematics Sigma Delta Lambda Swimming Society; Kappa Mu: Mathematics-Physics Club. ROSETTA ALBERTA BERRY Rotita Dunbar High School. Washington, D. C. College or Education: Latin Sccrctary-Ttc.mircr Kappa Mu Honorary Society ), 4; Secretary Der Deutsche Verein 2. 3; Le Cercle Francais; PettaloKzi'FrOebel Society; Women's la-ague. VIVIAN MILDRED BARRINGTON vr High School Department of State Normal School, Elizabeth City. N. C. Schooi. or Education: English Mu Lambda; Pet.-Froebel Society; Women’s League: Historical Society. BERNICE FRANCES BIAS Room State Normal High School. Elizabeth City, N. C. College or Education: Education Pestalozri-Froebel Society 2. 3, 4; Young Women’s Christian Association 2, 3. CHARLES ARNETT BIBBINS B. B. Booker T. Washington High School, Norfolk. Virginia Liderai. Art : Commerce and Finance German Club; Chamber of Commerce. MERRIL DANIEL BOOKER Book A 1 A Dickerson Accredited Ereriing High School, Jet icy City. New Jersey College or Education: Philosophy Cheer Leader 1, 2. 3, 4; Freshman-Sophomore Debate I; Howard Players major roles 2, 3, 4; Student Assistant to Dean of Men 4; Pesialoazi-Froebel Society. President 4; University Committee of Public Functions 3. 4; Assistant Circulation Editor of Hilltop 4; President of Class I, 2, 3, 4. Thirty-two 1 9 . B I S O N • 3 2 ARTHUR WESLEY BOSWELL A ! A Lincoln High School, Jercey City, Hew Jersey Col i f of of Education: Poiitical Scifncf Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Howard Players 2, 3, President 4; Member Student Council 3, 4; Chairman Social Committee Student Council 3. 4; Chairman Social Committee Junior Senior Prom 3; Chairman Forum Committee 3, 4; Bison Staff 4. JANIE COLE BRADFORD Dunbar High School, Washington, D. C. College of Education: Evening Classes JULIAN L. BRAGG •piof.” Atlanta UntvfTtUj High School, Atlanta, Geotgia Con ege ok Education: Education Pcttaloz i -Froebcl Society 2. 3. 4; Florida dub 2. 3. 4. DONALD GOLDEN BRANDON Jump West High School, Roche iter. Hew York Liberal Arts: German Soccer Team 2, 3; German Club, Secretary 2, 3. VERA Cl-EOTHA BRANTLEY “Vt Barringer High School, Newark. Hew Jcney College of Education: Sociai Sciences President Women's Campus Government 4; Political Science Qub, Vice-President 4; Historical Society, Secretary 4; Holder Historical Society Honorary Key; Kappa Mu Honorary Society; Economic Club 2, 3, 4; Dramatic Qub 2; Pcstalozu-Froebel Society 2, 3, 4. FRANCES BULLOCK ” Frankie” Dunbar High School, Washington. D. C.; Miner Normal School, Washington. D. C. College of Education: Education German Qub 2, 3; Pestalazzi-Froebel Society. Thirty-three 19- B I S O N -52 CHARLES EVERETT BYRD Charley” Beacon High School, Beacon, New York Liberal Arts: Philosophy MAMIE THERESA CARROLL A K A Frederick Douglas High School, Baltimore, Maryland College op Education: French PeitaloTii-Frocbcl Society; Le Cercle Francais; Histori-cal Society; Bison Staff. JAMES ROMEO CANNON Ted” Armstrong High School, Washington, D. C. School oh Religion Debating Society; Baseball Team 2, 3, 4. SARA FISHER CLARK M Street High School, Washington, D. C. Coli.eo oh Education: Evening School t DENNISON B. CHILDRESS K A Englewood High School, Chicago, Illinois Liberal Arts: Commerce Hilltop 4; Commerce Club 3; Bison Staff 4; Pestalozzi-Froebel Society I, 2, 3, 4. LOUISE FRANCES COLEMAN Ouijt A 2 0 Douglass High School, Baltimore, Maryland Liberal Arts: English Vice-President, Freshmen Class; Secretary, Sophomore Class; French Club 1, 2; Spanish Club 3; Pesta-lozzi-Froebel Society, Chairman of Social Service Committee; Dramatic Club 3, 4; Bison Staff 4; Women' Athletic Association 4; Maryland Club; Basketball I, 2; Archery Club 2. Thirty-four 19-BISON-32 MADELINE JEANETTE COOPER Howard High School, Wilmington, Delaware College of Education: Education Music.il Art Society 2 years; Choir 3 years. FRANK FREDERICK DAVIS, JR Freddie” A !■ A Dunbar High School, Waihington, D. C. Liberm. Arts: Premedical Recording Secretary Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity 4; Hilltop Staff 3, 4; Bison Staff 4; Varsity Basketball 4; Assistant Manager Tennis Team 2, 4; Assistant Manager Track 2; Der Deutsche Verein. JESSE OSCAR DEDMAN. JR. ”Ded” • K A ♦ Manual Training High Sehoof, Muskogee, Okla. Assistant Advertising Manager Bison 3; Hilltop Business Manager Autumn ’32; Secretary Commerce Club 3; Chairman Ring Committee Class '32; Economics Club; Political Science Club: Western Club. CATHERINE EVELYN DOUGLASS Armstrong High Sehool, Washington, D. C. Goi.i.kgk ok Education: English EDNA SARAH ADORA ELLIOTT Penelope Dunbar High School, Washington, D. C. Liberal Arts: Romance Languages French Club 1, 2, 3. OSCAR STANTON DEPRIEST Stan1' Lane Technical High Sehool, Chicago, Illinois. Liberal Arts: Commerce and Finance Chamber of Commerce, President 3; Spanish Club 4; Political Science Club 3, 4; Honor Roll 3; Basketball 3; H dub 3, 4; Student Assist-ant in Accounting. i- Thirty-five 1 9 • B I S O N : 3 2 l ft I EARL ARNOLD ELLIS Fats ft !� Manual Arts High School. Lot Angeles. California Liberal Arts: Commerce and Finance Varsity Football I, 2. 3. 4: Men's Glee Gub 2, 3, 4; Historical Society: Musical Art Society: 1st Lieutenant R. O. T. C. SADIE COWAN EVERETT Bohbe’’ West Near York High School. West New York. New York College of Education: Political Science Women' Glee Club 2, 3, 4; Representative Women' Campus Government 4; Musical Arts Society; Pestalozzi-Froebel Society: Political Science Club; Mu Lambda Society 2, 4; Women's Archery Club. President 4; Pi Epsilon Fraternity 4; Howard Player 2; Howard Hall Round Table, Secretary 2, President 3. LAVONIA BERNETTE FIELDS Vonie Sled ton High School. Steclton. Pa College of Education: French and Spanish Le Cercle Franc-iis; The Spanish Club; The Women's League; Pestalozzi-Froebel Society. ALTON NORLIN FLEMING At Armstrong High School. Washington, D. C. School of Religion: Historv Pestalozzi-Froebel Society; History Society; University Band. ESTHER RUSSELL FAIRFAX Jackie A K A Williamsport High School. Williamsport. Pennsylvania College of Education: Physical Education Physical F ucation Forum 1. 2. 3, 4: Pestjlozzi-Froebel Society; May Queen 4. AMANDA ADELINE GARY Ecks Dunbar High School, Washington. D. C. College of Education: English Women's League I. 2. 3. 4; Glee Club 2, 3. 4; W A. A. 4; Historical Society 1, 2, 3, 4; Pestalozzi-lroebel Society 1. 2. 3. 4; Der Deutsche Verein 4; Le Cctcle Francois 2. 4 Thirty-six 19- B I S O N -32 •k I A. ARTENIA GIBSON Testa” a 2 e Dunbar High School, Washington, D. C. Collece of Education: Physical Education Student Council 2; Secretary Physical Education Forum 2, 3; Advertising Manager of W. A. A. 4; Kappa Mu, 3, 4. DUDLEY WILFRED GILL ’'The Gill” «l B Z South Philadelphia High School, Philadelphia, Pentid. Liberal Arts: Psychology Pennsylvania Club; Assistant Advertising Manager of Hdltop 3. HATTIE ANN GILLIAM pjr Vashon High School, St. Louis. Missouri Collkci OF Education: Homl Economics Missouri Club 3; Ellen Richards Home Economics Club 4; Pestaloa i-Frorbel Society 1, 2, 3. 4. BEATRICE TERESA GRAVES Bebe” Dunbar High School, Washington. D. C. College of Education: French I-c Cercle Francais; Women's League; Pestaloezi-Froebel Society; Spanish Club; Intramural Basketball Team I, 2. ARNEATA PEARL GREEN West Philadelphia Girls’ High School. Philadelphia. Pennsylvania School of Music: Public School Music University Choir I, 2, 3; Musical Arts Society; Women's Glee Club I, 2. Vice-President 3, President 4; Pi Alpha Nu (Music Club), President 3, 4. NELLIE WORDWORTH GRAY Dunbar High School. Washington. D. C. College of Education: History Prstaloa i Froebel Society; History Club. T hirty-seven 1 9 • B I S O N • 3 2 DOROTHY GREENE Dot A K A Frederick Douglass High School. Baltimore. Maryland College of Education: History Pestalom-Froebel Society; Historical Society. SYLVESTER RAYMOND HALL Salty K A Northwestern High School. Detroit. Michigan Liocral Arts: Physical Education Freshman Football; Varsity Basketball I, 2, 3, 4: Swimming I, 2. 3; Soccer 2; Football Team 2, 3, 4; Physical Education Forum 3, 4; Sigma Delta Lambda Swimming Club 3, 4; H Club; Board of Strategy of Basketball Team 4. MARGARET ELIZABETH HEADF.N Peggie” Bennett College. High School Department. Greensboro. North Carolina Miner Normal School, Washington. D. C. Coi.i.rcn or Education J. M. WALDRON GREENE Prof «! B Z Dunbar High School. Wdshington. D. C. College or Education: Political Science Vice-President Political Science 3; University Orchestra 3, 4; Economics Club 4; Pcstalozzi-Froebel Society 1, 2, 3 4; German Club I; Historical Society 3, 4; Kappa Sigma Debating Society 4; Officers Club; Lieutenant Company B . JOHN HENRY HARRIS Johnny Dunbar High School. Washington. D. C. Collect os Eoucation: English Vice-President Pestalo ri-Froebel Society; Private R. O T. C. I; Chairman of Pesulowi-Froebel Society’s Dramatic Group 2; Howard Players 2, 3, Treasurer 4; R O T C. Coriior.il 2. Sergeant 3; Pea. talozzi-Froebel Society Supervisor 3. Chairman Educational Tours 4; Men’s Glee Club. Acappela Chorus 3; University Choir 2. 3, 4; Second Lieutenant R. O. T. C. FRANCIS IRVING GREEN St. Paul School. Laurentville, Virginia Liberal Arts: Economics Economics Club 2. 3; Political Science Club 2, 3. Thirty-eight 19- B I S O N -32 BERNICE C. HOLLEY Bud Immanuel High School Collcgi. ok Education: English Howard Players 2, 3, 4; Pestalozzi-Froebcl Society 2, 3, 4; Y. W. C. A. 2. ODESSA PEARL HOBBS Hobby Booker T. Washington High School, Norfolk. Virginia College or Education: Enoi.mh Class Vice-President 3; Pestalozzi-Froebel Society 1. 2, 3, 4; Le Cerclc Frarscais 1, 2, 3, 4; Political Science Club 4; Tidewater Club. President 3. 4. JOSEPH PERCJVAL HOLMES 1. P The Tutor at High School. Kingston, Jamaica. B. W. I School ok Religion: Systematic Theology Chaplain English Club; Treasurer of Maynard Literary Society: Member of Delegation to Interseminary Convention Drew University ar.d Howard University; Chaplain Sunday Evening Forum: Competitor in Maynard Oratorical Contest; Vice-President Maynard Literary Society. AURELIA AUDRAE HOWARD Atbury Park High School, Ashury Park. Neu Jcncy Cot lege ok Education: History Glee Club I. 2. 3, 4; Musical Arts Society. GEORGE WILLIAM JACKSON Jack Dunbar High School. Washington. I). C. College op Education: French Vice-President Kappa Mu Honorary Society 3, 4; Pes-talorri-Froebel Society I, 2. 3, 4; Le Ccrele Fraa-cais I, 2, 3, 4; Spanish Club 4; Der Deutsche Verein 3. LILLIAN LUCILLE HUNDLEY UT W. H. Council High School of Huntoillc. Alabama College of Liberal Arts: English Pestalozzi-Froebel Society. Thirty-rune 1 9 • B I S O N 52 VIANNA ELIZABETH JAMES ”Vi Dunbar High Sthoo!. IVathington, D. C. College of Education: I Iistokv History Club. THELMA LUCILLE JARMON Lu Dunbar High School, Washington. D. C. College of Education: English Mu Lambdi Debating Society; Historical Society; Prv ulozzi-Froebe! Soaety; Women's League: Spanish Club. WJLLIAM DEWITT JENKINS Test Tube Q ‘I Centra! High School, Scranton. Penmylvania Liberal Arts: Chemistry Beta Kappa Chi Vice-President 3. 4. LEONARD STERLING JONES lorn Hampton Institute, Hampton, Virginia College or Pharmacy: Chemistry Ch: Delta Mu; Class President 3. 4. LEROY HENDERSON JONES Ue O ♦ «l- Armthong High School, Washington. D. C. College of Applied Science: Art Daubers Art Club, Stylus. RICHARD THOMAS KYD Butter The P. I. N. and C. Institute, Gretna, Virginia School of Religion: Psychology of Religion Baseball: All Social Activities. Forty 19- B I S O N -32 HERMEIONE ELIZABETH LLOYD Hermit Dunbar High School. Washington, D. C-Collage of Education: History History Club. HENRY MAXWELL LETCHER Armstrong High School. Washington, D. C. College or Education: Art Daubers Club; Track 1, 2, 3; H Club; Bison Staff 4. NATALIE M. LONG Hat” C. N. I. I., Cambria. Virginia Liberal Arts: History Glee Club; Musical Arts Society; Choir; Peu.ilo ri-Froebel Society. HENRY BERTEL MATTHEWS Sparlcy” A 1 A Dunbar High School. Washington, D. C. Lideral Arts: Prfmbdical Captain Co. ”C . R. O. T. C.; Rifle Team 3, 4; Assist ant Manager Football Team 4; Assistant Manager Tennis Team 4: Inter-fraternal Council 4; Bison Staff 4; Sabre Club 4. GRATTINIA LEWIS Crat Williamsport High School, Williamsport, Pa. College of Education: History MILTON LONGFEIJOW LASHLEY 5 . Augustine's College High School Department, Raleigh, North Carolina Liberal Arts: History Varsity Swimming Team 2, 3; South American Club, Treasurer 3; Red Cross Iafe Saving Certificate 3; Historical Society. Forty-one 19- B I S O N -32 JOHN WALTER McKOY Mae Williston High Sthool, Wilmington, North Carolina Com.ecf of Education: English Hilltop Staff 1, 2. ETELKA McGAHA M ickey Dunbar High Sthool and Miner Teachers College. Washington, D. C. College of Education: Education FRED MINNIS “Politician” P B V. Booker T. Washington High School, Miami, Florida Liberal Arts: Poijtical Science Freshman Debating Team; President Florida Club 2; Kappa Sigma Debating Society, Secretary 3. President 4; Coach Freshman Debating Team 3, 4; Organizer and President Economics Club 2. 3; Political Science dub, Secretary I, President 3, 4; Clubs Editor of Hilltop 3, 4; Varsity Debater 3, 4; General Chairman Intercollegiate Social Science Conference 4; Editor Pestalozzi-Froebcl Bulletin 4; Associate Editor Bison 4; Alpha Sigma: Phi Epsilon; Student Council 4; Recipient Gregory Prize and Achievement Key Awards; Saber Club: Committee on University Assemblies; Committee on Religious Life 4; Class Social Committee I, 2, 3. WILBUR D. MOORE Cape May High School, Cape May, New Jersey College of Education: Economics Foothnll 2, 3, 4; Track 3, 4; Economics Club 1,2, 3, 4. MATTHEW MITCHELL Mitch Matt K A High School Department. Florida A. and M. College. Tallahassee, Florida Liukrai. Arts: Prememcal Hilltop Start, Reporter 2, Associate Editor 3, Editor 4; Associate Editor B:son 3. 4; Stylus Club 3, 4, Scribe 4; Vice-President Honda Club 1, 2, President 3, 4; Inter-Fratemiiy Council 3; Polemarch Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity 3; Class Social Committee 4; Class Poet 4; University Committee on Religious Life 4; Kappa Sigma Debating Society 3, 4, Publicity Director 3: President Alpha Sigma Achievement Society 4; President Gamma Sigma Journalism Society 4; German Club I, 2; French Club I. LOTT T MILLER Dunbar High School, Washington, D. C-The School of Religion Political Science Club; Baseball. forty-two 19- B I S O N -32 ' CECIL DeMAE NICHOLSON Red Bird Sumner High School, Kansas City, Kansas College of Education: Home Economics President of Home Economics Club (Ellen Richards Club) 3, 4; Pestalozzi-Froebel Society; Dramatic Club, Secretary 2; Art Daubers. WILLIAM HALEY PERRY, JR. Billy” Dunbar High School. Washington, D. C. IjnRRAi. Arts: Economics Chamber of Commerce; Economics Club; Sabre Club. MARY LOUISE PEARSON ' Low” St. Augustine's School. Raleigh, North Carolina College or Education: English Vice-President of Class 4; Dramatic Club 1, 2, 3, 4. ELSIE MILDRED PADGETT Mickey Z 1 B Chester High School, Chester, Pennsylvania Coi i.ecti or Education Glee Club; Choir 2, 3, 4. MONROE LAWRENCE PLANT Munch Academic Department, Fisk University, Nashville, Term. Liberal Arts: Sociology Sociology dub; Latin Club; Economics Club; Kappa Sigma Debating Society; Intei-collegiate Debate; Intramural Debates 2; Tau Delta Sigma. ELIZA MAE PATTEN Pat- Booker T. Washington High School. Houston, Texas School or Liberal Arts Psychology Club 2, 4. V Forty-three 19- B I S O N -32 ETHEL CLORINE RANDOLPH ’’Baby A K A Dunbar High School. Washington, D. C. College or Education: Rioi.ooical Science Acapella Chore 2; Chairman Scholarship CommKitt of A K. A. Sorority 3. 4. Secretary 4: Secretary of Class 3, 4; Assistant in Botany 4. JAMES ALONZO PLATER Jim Plato” Armitrong High School, Washington. D- C. Applied Science: Architecture Engineering Society. ESTHER ELOUISE ROBINSON £ ’ Dunbai High School. Waihing on. D. C. College or Education: Education Women’s League; Pestalozzi-Froebel Society; Mu Lambda Lambda; Society Editor Hilltop; Der Deutsche Verein 2, 3, 4. ALPHONSO ROBINSON M A 1 A George Washington High School, .Ve� York College or Liberal Arts University Chorus 1, 2, 4; Acapella Chorus 2; Men's Glee Club I, 2, 3; French Club 1, 2; Vice-President Zoology Club 2; Advertising Manager Hilltop 4; Bison Staff 4. MOSES FRANCOIS PRIOLEAU Pri Howard High School. Georgetown. South Carolina Lihlral Arts: Chemistrl Track 1; German Club; French Club CHARLES A. PRATT Kalamazoo Central High School, Kalamazoo, Michigan Liberal Arts: Historic History Club 4; Advanced R. O. T. C. 3, 4. i Forty-four 1 9 B I S O N 32 WILLIAM PETERS ROBINSON Bill- Robie n «i Book(i T. Washington High School. Norfolk. Va. Liberal Arts: Political Piiii.osopiiv Howard Players 2, 3. 4; Tennis Team, Letter 2, 3; Representative to In. C. C. Student Conference. Baltimore 3; Howard University Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Vice-President Alpha Sigma, Honorary Achievement Society; President Epsilon Pi, Hono rary Political Science Fraternity; Chairman of Program Committee. Forum Council; President of Intrrfraternity Council 4; Basilicus, Omega Psi Phi. EVELYN V. CARTER RUSS Armstrong High School. Washington. D. C. Music: Public School Music Women's Glee Club; P. A N. Music Club FLORENCE M. SCHOCKLYN Flo’ kill High School, CatikHl. New York College of Education: English Howard Player 4; Pestaloazt-Froebcl Society 2, 3, 4; President of Junior Club of Miner Hall; Senior Representative of Women's Campus Government. CARRIE VICTORIA SHAW AKA Roosevelt High School, Dayton, Ohio College of Education: Historv House Government Committee. Corresponding Secretary 2, 3, 4; Women's League 2; Historical Society. MIRIAM HANNAH SHIELDS East High School, Xenia. Ohio College or Education: English French Club 2, 3; Pestalozzi-Froebe! Society I, 2, 3, 4; Psychology Club 1, 2. NELSON BEVERLY SHORTT Wolf Durham State Normal, Durham. North Carolina Umrai. Arts French Club. Forty-five t 1 9 • B I S O N : 3 2 PAUL F. SINCLAIR A A Lincoln High School, Jersey City. New Jersey Liberal Arts: Premedical Howard Players, Business Manager 2, 3. Stage Manager 4; Student Council I, 2, 3; Chairman Social Committee 3; Alpha Sigma Honorary Society; Kappa Sigma Debating Society. Vice-President 2, 3; Historical Society: Bison Staff. Advertising Man-ager; Committee on Student Assemblies 2, 3; Committee on Religious Life 2, 3. 4; Stylus Society; Chairman Class Social Committee 1, 2; Board of Athletic Control 3; Interfraternity Council 3; Student Council Achievement Key. CLARENCE LEONARD SMITH Smitty A 0 A Duquetne High School, Duquesne, Pennsylvania College os Education: Physical Education Varsity Football 2. 3. 4; Varsity Basketball 2. 3. 4; Physical Education Forum; Pcstaloszi-Froebel Society; 1st Lieutenant R O. T. C ; Vice-President H Club; Economics Club; Pennsylvania Club; Sabre Club; Spanish Club. HELEN C. SMITH Smitty A 2 0 Sumner High School. St. Louis Missouri College or Education: Zoology German Club; Secretary Zoology Club 3; Pestalozti-Froebel Society 1, 2, 3, 4; Kappa Mu 3; Beta Kappa Chi 4. MAURETTA VERONICA SMITH Rett a Douglass High School. BJtinrore. Maryland Liberal Arts: Library Service Women’s league; Pestalo i-Froebel Society; Histork.il Society; Maryland Club; F’rench Club; Bison Staff. WILLIAM SI IERMAN SMITH Smitty «I B Z Douglass High School, Baltimore. MatyldtiJ School or Music: Piano University Orchestra: Phi Alpha Nu Music Club; University Siting Tno for Two Years. SIDNEY RANDALL SMITH ”Smitty” Dunbar High School. Lexington. Kentucky School of Religion: Church History Football Team 3; Basketball Team 3, 4: Track 3; Debating 3, 4; Hilltop Staff, Repotter 4; Maynard Literary Society, President 3, 4. 1 Forty-six BISON WILLIAM HOWARD S All Points’ Douglass High Liberal Arts: Psychology R. O. T. C. Major; Editor-in-Chief of 1932 Bison; Circulation Manager of Hilltop 1, 2, 4; Varsity Football, Assistant Manager 3, Manager 4; Rifle Team 4; President of Sabre Club 4; President Maryland Club; Psychology Club I, 2, Vice-President 3. President 4; Pestalozn-Froebel Society I, 2, 3, Attendance Director 4; Deutsche Verein I, 2, 3; H Club; Committee on Religious Life 3; Stylus Literary Society 4; Gamma Sigma Journalism Society, Treasurer 4; Alpha Phi Alpha Scholarship 2; Kappa Mu Honorary Society 4: Alpha Sigma Achievement Society 4; Student Council Achievement Key; Student Assistant in Psychology. WILLIAM T. STANSBURY Barnacle Bill” A ! A Media High School. Media. Pennsylvania Liberal Arts: Pre-Law Glee Club 2, 3, Treasurer 4; Manager of Tennis Team 4; Member of Tennis Team 3; Member Inter-Fraternity Council 4. RUTHERFORD BENJAMIN STEVENS, JR. Rutty A 4 A Central High School, Philadelphia. Pennsylvania Liberal Arts: Chemistry Varsity Basketball Team. Manager 4; Sabre Club. Vice-President 4; Bison Staff; Adjutant R. O. T. C.; Student Assistant in Chemistry 2: Physics-Mathematics Club; German Club; Economics Club; Pennsylvania Club; H” Club; Student Assistant to Publicity Director 4. LOUIS CAMPBELL STOKES But” n «i Dunbar High School. Washington. D. C. Lib bai Arts: Zoology Varsity Football I, 2, 3, 4; H Club. CATHERINE OSCEOLA SWAN Cot Dunbar High School. Washington. D. C. College of Education: Mathematics JOHN WILDER SYPHAX Sy” Dunbar High School, Washington, D. C. Liberal Arts: Political Science Political Science Club: Political Science Honorary Fraternity 4. Forty-seven 19-BISON - 2 MARIE LOUISE TAYLOR Lou A 2 Dunbar High School, Washington, D. C. Liberal Arts: French 1-e Cercle Francais, President -I; El Club E$panel; Women's League. LEONARD EARL TERRELL The Terror «1 K 2 Booker T. Washington High School, Memphis, Ten it. College of Uherai. Arts: Political Scicnce Debating 1. 2; Debating Varsity 3, 4; Political Science Club; Economics Club; Kappa Sigma Debating Society. GERALDINE THOMAS Gerry Armstrong High School, Washington, D. C. Coll tun or Education: History Women's League; Pcstaiozn-Froebel Society: Historical Society. WILLIAM ROSCOE WALKER Bur K A Huntington High School, Newport Newt, Virginia College of Applied Science: Civil Engineering Student Council Vice-President 4; Inter-Fraternity Council Secretary 4; Kappa Mu 3. 4; Alpha Sigma 4; Engineering Society President 4; Band 1. 2, 3, 4; Economics Club 2; (Commerce Club 3; Eligible for Beta Kappa Chi. MARY KATHRYN WADE David B. Oliver High School. Pittsburgh. Pa. College ok Education Glee Club 2, 3. 4; Vice-President Class 2; Hilltop Staff 2, 3, 4; Secretary Women’s League 2, Vice-President 3; President 4; Bison Staff 4; Kappa Mu 4; Stylus 4. JAMES NEWSOME WARD Jimmie ft 4 Brick Junior College Uherai. Arts: Commerce and Finance President of Student Council 4; Business Manager of Bison 4; Kappa Mu Honorary Society; Advertising Manager of Hilltop 3; Class Representative. Student Cosine 11 3; Alpha Sigma Achievement Fraternity; Chairman of Social Committee, Inter-Fraternity Council 4; Treasurer of Commerce Club 3; Committee on University Assembly 3, 4; Board of Athletic Control; Chairman of Social Committee; Recipient of University Scholarship: Recipient of Achievement Award. Forty-eight 19-BISON 32 SELENA L. WARREN AKA Hillside High School. Durham. North Carolina College of Education: History Hittonc.il Society. EDGAR MORRIS WATSON Ed fi ♦ «t Dunbar High School. Washington, D. C. Ijrmiai Arts: Phf-Mmmcai Gipum Co. B R. O. T. C.; Vice-President German Club: Glee dub; Captain. Rifle Team; French Club; Sabre Club: Bison Staff. KETURAH E WHITEHURST Z 1- B High School Dffartmtnt, Eduard Waters College. Jacksonville, Florida Liberal Arts: English President of Zeta Phi Beta Sotonty 4; Chairman of Tenth Annual Women's Dinner 19} 1; Secretary Class }; Graduated December 1931; Magna Cum Laude. CLARENCE B WHEAT Little Zack A J A Tray High School. Tray. Ohio Applied Science: Architecture Engineering Society Vice-President 4; Track I. FLORENCE LUTTTIA WIGINGTON Flo Roger High School. Newport, Rhode Island College of Education: Mathematics Dramatic Club 2: German Club 3, 4; Mathematics-Physics Club, Publicity Agent 4; Women's League I, 2, 3, 4, Chairman Graph Committee; Pestalorri-Froebel Society I, 2, 3, 4; AcaprII.i Chorus 1. RAYMOND M. WIGGS Ray A I A Wellington High School, Wellington, Ohio Liberal Arts: Commerce and Finance Neves Reporter, Hilltop 1; Acapella dub 2. 3; Glee Qub 2, 3, 4, President 4. Forty-nine 19 B I S O N 32 WALTER EUGENE WILEY Sluk” A «! A Corning High School. Corning, Ohio Liberal Arts: Romance Languages French Qub 2. 3. 4; Spanish Club 3. 4. MARTHA HARRIS WINSTON Dunbar High School, Wathington. D. C.; Miner Tcachert College, Washington, D. C. Colli:08 OK Education: Education Evening Classes Model Teacher for 12 years; Pnnopalship First Grade; Opened the Charles Young Platoon School, first of its kind in the District. JIMMIE WILLIAMS Dunbar High School. Wathington. D. C. College ok- Education: French French Club; Latin Club; German Club; Pcstalozzi-Froebel Society. ETHYL B WISE Dunbar High School. Wathington. D. C. College or Education: Education and Voice University Choir; Musical Arts Society. VIOLET AUDREY WRIGHT vr Dunbar High School. Wathington, D. C. Liberal Arts: German University Choir I, 3; German Club 1, 2, 3; Historical Society 3; Pestalozzi-Froebe! Society 1, 2, 3. 8 LEO PHILIP WILSON Big Chief •PBS Armstrong Technical High School. Wathington. D. C. College of Education: Physical Education and Social Work Football 2, 3; Dramatic Club 1, 2, 3; Boy Club Work of Anacostia. Fifty 19-BISON 32 GRACE CHRISTINE YOUNG A K A Ciispus Attacks High School. Indianapolis, Indiana College op Education: History Pestalorzi-Froebel Society 1, 2, 3, 4. BERNICE CECILIA WHITFIELD Bumiy” San Antonio, Texas. College op Education: English Hilltop Staff 2; Stylus Literary Club; Kappa Mu Honorary Society. Fifty-otie 1 9 • B I S O N •. 3 2 SENIOR CLASS POEM The curtain falls; and from our sight The scenes that here We cherished dear Are borne an ay on Time’s mad flight. The play is done; and from this page The actors seek a larger stage. For good or ill to act a part In scenes that cheer or wring the heart. And each interpret as he may Life’s age-old drama 'til his day. We might hare known that such would be— And yet we had not thought to flee So soon the scene of joys untold, Nor void of toil, or romance bold. Within these walls we're friendships made, We’ve lingered in the oak tree’s shade. Our feel familiar paths hare sought. While here and there we've friendships wrought. Perchance some hit of knowledge won— Some victory ere the play was done. No: all was triumphs and success, Defeat there was, and bitterness. But these are past; we dread to see At length the dawn The day whereon The waiting world receives US—free! Long years w ill pass; we’ll wander far— Each one to follow fortune's star. The future stands a riddle bold, A secret only years unfold. Perchance some one may rise to fame. Perchance another sink to shame; But one nor all. we can’t forget. The memory holds the drama yet, And shall until the sun is set To rise no more! —H. Sneed. Fifty-two 1 9 B I S O N 32 I A MESSAGE TO THE SENIOR CLASS FROM ITS PRESIDENT, MERRIL D. BOOKER HPhe curtain has fallen; the Class of 32 has rendered its last performance at Howard University. As we move from this place, let us not forget the many influences that have been instrumental in the formation of our college training. Too often are we prone to forget the untiring efforts our former teachers have made in our behalf. Not only did they introduce us to higher education, but also gave us the inspiration that motivated us onward even when the way seemed dark. Our problems were theirs; our interests, theirs. In words similar to St. Paul it is possible to say: We have run the race with patience; we have finished our course. But let us remember that we owe our teachers much for instilling in us the patience which we needed in order to finish. As we look back, we are forced to admit that Providence or some force or power transcendent over the physical self must have been exercised in our behalf. Let us, therefore, always remember fondly the prayers of our people which did so much to give us courage. Whatever success shall attend our efforts, whatever we may do. let it not be said that we, the Class of ’32, were ingrates in our failure similarly to give to those who come hereafter. In our dealings with men, may our eyes not become so blinded by the love of money that we lose sight of the aesthetic sides of life. May we always be just in our relations, honest in our dealings, and cognizant of the man farthest down. In the drama of life let us not on this new stage flinch at the severity of the task, let us not covet the honors of the other actors, but let us strive until we reach the goal of real stardom. Mkrril D. Booker, President, Class ’32. Fifty, three 1 9 . B I S O N • 3 2 A DRAMA The Mighty Class of '32” PROLOGUE Day One—A great day, a great month and the beginning of a great year; the day— first; month—October; year—1928. Five hundred vari-colored, vari-charactered youths entered upon the preparation for life, or a la Dewey, really began life. One way or the other they started—and how!!! A long line, lots of noise, shrieking girls and bashful boys. All the way from Maine to California they came to the great winter resort called College. Green caps, green grass on which reclined lordly Sophs; a background of ivy-covered chapel—what atmosphere! Prexy’s house to the right of them, Science Hall to the left of them. Main Building in front of them. Onward they swept into the jaws of death, into the portals of higher education. Signed up with the Registrar—Whoopee! We are in the army now, we’ve left behind the plow, etc. ill ACT I — ORIENTATION Freshman lecture, hazing, free haircuts for the boys and free sarcasm for the girls. The Almighty Debate, the Frosh-Soph Rush, the Oratory of the big boy from Jersey. All Hail to the Parnies we’re righteous this year.” Remember that song? And were they righteous? Meals in the New Dining Hall supervised by Sister Hackney, table manners easily and quickly forgotten, food grabbed, silver banged, applause for the waiter, James of the axle-greased hair. Y. W. C. A. meetings in Miner Hall, free love propounded by the great theorists. Bob Mance, Ken Eldridge and Robert Manney. Lest we forget, let us go back a bit and rehearse the meteoric rise of that great phenomena of personality, Mr. Merril Booker. BULLETIN Meeting of Freshman Gass, 4 P. M. Today. Election of Class Officers. All Out! The group is assembled, the time is ripe. Mr. Chairman, I nominate, etc., etc. Heads rum—the world is aware of Mr. Merril Booker. Moral: Nominate your friend for office then you will be sure to be elected. From this moment the history of the Class of ’52 begins. Remember that Faculty Reception when with fiery eyes and forceful tone the young skipper, Fifty-four I 9 • B I S O N -32 Booker, triumphed for ’32? And lives rhere a man with perception so deflated that he knows not the most momentous happening of the year ’29? If so, prette a tendon—The Great Freshman Prom March first: Interior Decorator; White Bros. Orchestra, largest banner in the school; sponsor Mrs. Oscar DePriest; beautifully gowned women, sonorous strains of waltzes and foxtrots. How lovely looked the New Dining Hall. My, my, my! And after the ball is over the piper must be paid, also the interior decorator. Who shall pay and how? Where are the ’‘500” strong? Gone with their promise of yesterday!! Who hall pay? Mr. Sinclair can’t pay. he's no millionaire’s son. Mr. Booker can’t pay. he’s no Elk. What shall be done? Again oratory—response, the faithful few. On How to Raise SI00 in Fifty Days”, see Sinclair, Booker, Everett, and Wade. Results: Miscellaneous sources, $50; Champion in Distress Minnis, $50—bill paid. All’s right with the world. Let Pippa pass. i e i ACT II — SOPH SOAP On with the New Year! Let progress be unconfined! Sophomore year, with its many perplexities and traditional loss of Class Spirit is upon us. Nevertheless, ’32 stands undaunted with a smile on their lips and a song in their collective hearts. There is no lack of spirit during election; in fact, the world of sophisticated sophs stoops to political intrigue. Edna Burke remains in the limelight as a greater light, first because of twelve AY made in a year and second for being elected to the Student Council. Paul Sinclair remains a Coun-ciliteer. When elected he caused quite a sensation by being so p-p-pent up with emotion. Election for class president caused a grear stir. Mr. Minnis declared himself in the market. Again runs Mr. Booker. Entre Sir Originality Mr. Coggs states Mr. Minnis is the president of the great Class of ‘32. Has the day of judgment come? Oh, no, that’s only the pandemonium caused by the breaking up of the class meeting. Says Mr. Minnis, the Student Council shall decide this matter. It is the next meeting; the representatives of the Council are present; ineligibility of Mr. Booker was thrown out. Mr. Booker wins. Moral: You can’t keep a good man down, be he good for something or be he not. Other officers elected were: Vice-Prexy, M. Wade; Secretary, Louise Coleman; Treasurer, Edward Miller. Class Spirit remained high, but attendance at meetings low until Prom time, when the dry bones oil themselves and again begin gravitating. At the first meeting a sob scene was staged by a certain Boy Scout, and well did he succeed. When the sentiment died for want of a second the Prom was promised as surety for the bill. After Christmas and the hectic Anti-Volstead New Year, ’32 returned to diplomatic Washington with malice toward none to put over a great Soph Prom. After quibbling it was agreed to sell bids at $1.00 per couple, affair to be semi-formal and in the gym. Day—February 7; hurrying, scurrying, carrying of class banners, frat banners, sorority banners, pennants, serpentines, scissors, and whatnots; later covered lights, only one chaperone present, who grew tited and excited. Oh. boy! The prom goes on ’til I P. M. Just as the envious were getting over their attack of green-eye the Class of ’32 was called on to sponsor the George Washington Birthday Dinner. Mamie Carrol, Selena Warren, Madeline Cooper, Lua Bartley got out menus; Emma Farmer, Bobbie Everett, Bernice Bias, Kitty Jenkins, also did their share. The guests finally assembled—Dr. and Mrs. Allen, and Miss Grace Coleman. So well did ’32 succeed as hosts that they were invited to the home of Dr. and Mrs. Allen. Very soon did ’32 succeed in making use of this invitation by having an evening class meeting there with lots of goodies to eat, and a great program, aided by the stamping good dance tunes of Mr. Johnson. The dear old Sophs must go ’em one better. Finding no other place available, an open air class meeting is held in front of the library at noon one sunny day. Thus ends Soph Year Fifty-five 19 B I S O N -32 ACT III - JOLLY JUNIOR JAUNTINGS Hardly has one got over the mad rush of Paemsm before one finds oneself almost ready to leave this capstone of Negro Education. All of this one-ing means the status of upperclassmen has been reached by ’32ers. No longer arc they part of the Common Herd. Back to school they come with memories of that political campaign of the past spring Student Council election. The victors in the mad scramble were Sinclair, Burke, and Wade. The reps, to the Council with their aplomb—ahem, helped meet Paenics at the train. Of course, Mr. Booker was there, too. The Faculty Reception was a wow. That’s how its done among the blue bloods. Mr. So and So, meet Mr. So and So. How do you do? Gass election was just too bad. What with one-fifth of the class present and politician Minnis presiding, it couldn’t help being as ’twas. Those opposed, ayes have it. Booker is the main item for the third time. Cat Bailey is in the area as viceprcxy, returns the charming Peg Williston as chief scribbler. La. put off the fireworks! With the great foresight typical of '32 came the suggestion to elect the Editor-in-Chicf and Business Manager of the Bison, No sooner said than done. Edna Burke unanimously elected Editor, Jimmy Ward, Business Manager. Note the fact that several Council reps, are on Hilltop Staff: Edna Burke, Women’s Activities Column; Mary Wade, Sororities and Frats, and James Ward. Business Manager. Although a female affair—the Junior Women caused such a sensation by their display of Class Spirit at the Women’s Dinner that it’s worthy of command. Where Juniors abound in spirit much more abounds—Selah! And so the year progressed with many hard tasks and but few cases of pleasure and rest. Great changes in the Class Organon. Peg left for Temple University. Cat Bailey, due to the death of her mother, also left us. TTie pinch hitters for these losses were Ethel Randolph, secretary; Adessa Hobbs, vice-prexy. Class interest lagged even at Prom time— I.oselia Brown was appointed Social Chairman anent Sinclair, the faithful and extremely capable one of the two past years. Loselia left school and Boswell was appointed in her place. It is sufficient in passing to comment on the Junior Prom as a very quiet affair. The election of the President of the Student Council was a surprise. Due to a new political combination the so-called logical candidate, Sinclair, lost out to James Ward, who came out of the clouds of obscurity. Ward won by a landslide. Political parties lined up as follows: Omega-Kappa; Alpha-Phi Beta. And then the Student Council elections— Kappa and Omega in the lead. Sinclair refused to run. The Alphas switched their support to Boswell. The victors at large were Billy Walker and Arthur Boswell; from the class, Minnis and Wade. All set—the stage is ready for that finale act of the great class drama. Fifty-ur 19-BISON 32 ACT IV — SENIOR SIGHS The end of college days looms and the Class of '32 can say they will soon be a memory. Hut without conceit ’$2 can say they have made an imprint on the sands of Howard tradition. Newer and better everything—that’s ’32. Starting at the top there is James Ward—he begins his duties as President of the Council and as a typical ’32er starts in to improve things. So a table decorated with the Howard banner is seen at the Pennsy Station to welcome the Freshmen. An entire week was delegated to their orientation. A bus trip to Lincoln's tomb, Washington’s tomb and Frederick Douglass’ home. Then the new luminary, Bill Walker, hailing from Newport News, begins to shine. The twin, Bozzy, also steps up with football fame. F'or the fourth and last time Mr. Booker is elected president. Louise Pearson is vice-president, Keturah Whitehurst, secretary. Due to graduation of Miss Whitehurst. Ethel Randolph was elected secretary. Edna Burke also left our class for higher fields and Howard Sneed was chosen in her stead to run the Bison. James Ward remained Business Manager. A little controversy arose in the class as to whether the class or the Student Council should handle the class rings. Plaintiff in Arms, Jesse Dcdmon; Defendant. Student Council. Everything is finally settled amicably and the class goes on per usual. Plans for the great farewell Senior Hop. headed by Dedmon; then farewell to Old Howard, whose sons and daughters, plus the class of ’32, love her so. Long live the traditions and tlie high ideals of the school on the Hill! —M. Wade. Fifty-se cn 19-BISON 32 THE JUNIOR CLASS OFFICERS President__________________ Vice-President_____________ Secretary ------------ Treasurer . ________ Chaplain Chairman Social Committee Frank G. Davis Louise Taylor Rihtta Hines Herman Douthii Herman Richards George Butler Colors: Orange and Blue Junior Class has enjoyed unusual success since its first day at Howard. The class instituted a special Aid Society around Christmas time and was able to help a number of poor and needy families. Also in the Dormitories the Junior girls have assumed the added responsibility of furnishing and decorating the browsing rooms. Towards this end they have given a number of teas and card parties throughout the year. Perhaps the most gala event presented by the class this year was the colorful manner in which it closed the Prom” season. This affair, which took place on May 6, 1952, will be remembered as the best Prom” given during the past 5 or 4 years. The Juniors show every evidence of being capable of carrying on the responsibilities willed to them by the outgoing Seniors. Fifty-eight ) 19- B I S O N -32 THE SOPHOMORE CLASS r I ’he Class of 1934, which has been one of the most active classes that has come to Howard during the past decade, continued its enviable record in its Sophomore year. It began the year with the Freshman-Sophomore Rush, which is one of the opening classics of the new school year. It took 5 out of 6 possible events thus making a record of 11 out of 12 events for its Freshman and Sophomore Years. Under the leadership of its capable officers who were Alvin B. Woods, president; Cecil M. Andrews. vice-president; Beatrice Hall, secretary, and G. William McKinney, treasurer. With the efficient business executive management of its social chairman, Harrison D. Hobson, and his committee composed of Grace Wilkinson, Florence Phillips, I.eroy Scurry, William Brooks, Elsie Cain, and G. William McKinney. Miss Katherine Taylor was the interior decorator of the class. These individuals, with the cooperation of the class, were responsible for purring over one of the best Sophomore Proms that Howardites have attended for some time. The Sophomore Class, noted for its originality, next sponsored a Versatility Contest and at the time of this writing it has not closed. Other events which arc included in its program for the year are the Annual Spring Outing and a Spring Hop which will close its activities for the year. Fifty-nine .9- B I S O N - 2 Sixty 19-BISON - 32 THH FRESHMAN CLASS Ci-ass Colors: Purple and Gold Motto: To be Prepared in mind and body. OFFICERS Leroy Weeks________ Arthur Jackson..... Carlton Gooulei Harrietts Sawyer Flora Stevens Thomas Reid rT1HB Class of '35 has made its presence more than felt in every field of Howard University’s life. A clan filled with an uncanny zest and vigor to want and strive for the highest, has made a noble challenge to all student endeavor. The ultimate aim of the class was to make Howard University a better place than they found it. Have they succeeded? Let us see. The annual Freshman Prom was undoubtedly the most elaborate and most colorful social event of the school year. In the University dining hall, decorated to create a warm collegiate atmosphere, some six hundred guests of the Freshman Class danced to the syncopation of Booker Coleman’s Hot Chocolates. Not one ticket was sold, but yet the affair was an overwhelming financial success. Figure that out! Besides acquitting themselves scholastically, the class members have found ample time to monopolize extra-curricula activities. The debating team, the basketball tram, the football team, and numerous other campus organizations acknowledge their ability. The class is now supporting a baseball team in a noble effort to bring a dead sport back to life at Howard University. What a class! President ............... Vice-President --------------------- .Treasurer ----------------------Secretary Chairman of Social Committee Scrgcant-at-A rms Sixty-one 19 B I S O N .32 ALMA MATER Reared against the eastern sky, Proudly there on hilltop high, Far above the lake so blue. Stands old Howard, firm and true: There she stands for truth and right, Sending forth her rays of light. Clad in robes of majesty— O Howard, we sing of thee. Be thou still our guide and stay, leading us from day to day, Make us true and leal and strong, Ever hold to bottle wrong: When from thee we're gone away, May we strive for thee each day: As we sail life's rugged sea, O Howard, we'll sing of thee. Sixty-two 19- B I S O N -32 Sixty-four 19. B I S O N 32 STUDENT COUNCIL '' Phis body of legislative peers, known as the Student Council of Howard University, represents the quintessence of student government. The many projects which it has successfully sponsored arc monuments to undergraduate leadership. This Council has set a precedent worthy of being followed by those student parliaments that will come after it. The presence of this body was felt on the campus during the school year even before the Alma Mater had officially stretched forth her arms to embrace her new students, and welcome the return of the old ones. Who was it that erected a booth at Union Station to receive the collegians last fall? Who was it that gave the Freshmen a humane reception that did not involve humiliation of any sort? Who was it that gave abecedarians in advanced erudition bus rides before scholastic endravors began? There can only be one answer: The Student Council. The Student Council this vear has extended the scope of student activities and caused a closer communion between the faculty and the students. Under the regime of these law makers the Kappa Sigma Debating Society debated among other schools—Ohio Wesleyan University, New York University, and Rutgers College. Delegates were sent to the Liberal Conference, which convened at Johns Hopkins University. The Social Science Clubs sponsored an intercollegiate Economic Conference at which a large number of colleges were represented, and at which internationally famous speakers were present, including Dr. W. E. B. James N. Ward, President DuBois. and Professor Ben Stolberg. Receptions were given to presidents of student organizations at which ideas were exchanged and constructive programs were planned. Class dues were made compulsory. Class rings were standardized. A campus bulletin board for student notices was obtained. The achievements of the Student Council for the year 1931-19J2 would fill several pages. Faculty members were invited to meet with the Council in order to affect a better understanding between the faculty and student body. The Council believed that more could be achieved by reasoning together than by indulging in antagonisms. Several controversies arose which involved the interest of the students. All of these were satisfactorily settled. Bouquets ad infinitum could be tossed at the Student C xincil, but its ideals can be summed up in the words of James N. Ward, President of the Council. To be of service to the students, the University, and student government throughout the country must ever be associated with the true intent of the Student Council of Howard University.’’ Prentice Thomas. Sixty-five 19-BISON 32 1 9 • B I S O N 32 THE HILLTOP” The function or a college newspaper, especially a weekly, is a peculiar one. In most cases its value merely as a purveyor of news is questioned, perhaps not unjustly. In so far, however, as it gives all the news and does it accurately and in more or less detail, it gives a service of great value. In reflecting upon the matter though, one is led to believe that its greatest service to the college community should lie in its editorial policy, providing it be a strong and independent, though not necessarily a belligerent one. This year the Fditor and his staff have attempted to set a standard for all time to be followed by future editors of the Hilltop. The Hilltop has attempted to maintain an independent position, with the aim of serving best the ideals set forth in its first editorial for the current school year. It might have fallen down in some respects—in fact, we know it has in spite of all the time and effort expended in editing and publishing it. We do not know how well we have done our duty as a voice of student opinion. We do not know our value as a college newspaper. These are things for our readers to say. We have, however, received every encouragement during the year and letters from readers all over the country. The editor is greatly indebted to the members of his staff for the helpful assistance they have given throughout the year. Especially is he grateful to the associate editors. Miss Alethia T. Smith and Miss Mabel Madden. We bid you adieu and extend our best wishes to the next Editor and his staff. THE HILLTOP STAFF Matthew Mitchell Editor-in-Chief Alethia T. Smith Assoeute Editort Mabel A. Madden Contributing Editors Noble F. Payton Dwight H. Wilson Mary K. Wade Alfred E. Smith News Staff George L. Handy Among the Greeks Joy L. Powell Women’s Activities C. A. Tucker Kampus Komics Esther E. Robinson Society Editor Vai.arik Justiss Clubs Editor Marguerite A. Walker Exchange Editor Milton Brighte...........Literary Editor Charles V. Stanton Frank F. Davis, Jr. Sports Editor W. Cleveland Jackson Sports Assistant Lionel F. Gant Make-up Assistant Melrose F. Carrington Staff Artist Ribtta M. Hines____________Staff Secretary Elsie Cain Assistant Secretary Bernice A. Early Assistant Secretary World News Reporters William T. Jones Ruth E. Jerome Kenneth B. Clark Edward P. Lovett, School of Law Sidney R. Smith, School of Religion Business Staff Althonso Robinson Advertising Mgr. William H. Sneed Grculation Manager Anita R. Smiih--------Circulation Assistant Harry R. Piersawl Circulation Assist. William R. Walker, Jr_________ Business Assistant Sixty-seven 1 9 • B I S O N • 3 2 THE BISON” STAFF W. Howard Snfed James N. Ward Editor-in-Chicj Business Manager ASSOCIATE FDITORS Mary Wade Matthew Mitchell Fred Minnis George Butler Prentice Thomas Henry Hudson, Art Director Myrdenk Eddings, Copy Editor Louise Coleman, Activities Marie Wald. Activities Arthur Boswell, Administration Lillyan Crichlow, Greeks Edgar Watson, Classes Henry Matthews, Greeks Sadie Everett, Classes Katrina Butler, Pictures Rutherford Stevens, Athletics Henry Letcher, Art Frank F. Davis, Athletics Anna McLean, Art Mamie Carroll, Features Florence McLean, Art BUSINESS STAFF Emily Baer Assistant Business Manager Paul Sinclair Advertising Manager Dennison Childers Sales Manager Alphonso Robinson Assistant Advertising Manager Jesse Dedmon George Handy Harrison Hobson Sixty.nme I 1 9 • B I S O N • 3 2 jy'APPA Mu Honorary Society represents one of the highest rewards a student may at tain while at the University, the reward for meritorious scholarship. This society symbolizes industry and honor; it is the emblem and badge of the highest scholastic efficiency attainable, and lie who wears it brings dignity to himself and honor to his Alma Mater. Kappa Mu was organized in 1923 for the sole purpose of awarding recognition to those persons who showed themselves as true scholars. Its portals are open to those juniors who have attained an average of 90 percent in their studies, and those seniors who have attained an average of 85 percent in their studies. To that junior who enters with the highest scholastic average a silver cup, donated by the Scroll Club of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, is awarded as well as the presidency of the organization. The honor of being president of this organization fell to Miss Edna Burke for the year 1931-1932. With an average of 95 percent, she had a perfect record as a scholar. Kappa Mu hopes to welcome in the future a larger number of members with the faith that the entrance of these persons is symbolic of what they will accomplish in the future. J. CLARKE BAIIiiY RUTH BELLINGER VERA BRANTLY ESTHER FAIRFAX ARTENIA GIBSON RIETTA HINES GEORGE JACKSON MEMBERSHIP FOR 19 31 CHARLES LOFTON CHARLES NEWMAN VALERIE PARKS WILLARD PHILLIPS HELEN SMITH W HOWARD SNEED LOUISE TAYLOR MARY WADE WILLIAM WALKER JAMES WARD KETURAH WHITEHURST BERNICE WHITFIELD I Seventy 0 I 9 • B I S O N • 3 2 STYLUS LITERARY SOCIETY ; I ’me Stylus Literary Club is the only organization of its type on the University Campus at present. It was founded in 1916 by Professor Alam LeRoy Locke, Head of the Department of Philosophy and Professor Montgomery Gregory, of the English Department. The Club has as its main purpose the encouragement and development of original literary expression. Its membership, open to all students of the University and members of the University faculty, is determined by competitive writing contests in the Fall and Spring of each year. Many of the present active membership are graduates. During its years of existence the organization lias issued a literary magazine, the last issue being published in 1928. Another issue is to be published during the next year. This year the organization has been in a process of reorganization. Only one contest was held and in many respects was the best ever held. MEMBERSHIP MATTHEW MITCHELL DUTTON FERGUSON LeROY JONES DR WALTER MERRICK DWIGHT WILSON BERNICE WHITFIELD MRS MAY I HOPKINS WINSTON WILLOUGHBY VIVIAN JONES LLOYD BURRELL DR. B. G. BRAWLEY DR. ALAIN L. LOCKE M. EDNA BURKE DAISY ALLEN DAN TERRY REID MARY WADE PAUL SINCLAIR HOWARD SNEED ALFRED E. SMITH CAROLINE EVANS Strike RUTH MATTHEWS PRENTICE THOMAS DR. REWAN MURRAY LIONEL F. R SWANN AI.PHEUS HUNTON JAMES PORTER DR PERCY JULIAN MRS. LOUISE Y. LAWSON MRS. MABEL MAYZCK Seventy-one 1 9 • B I S O N • 3 2 THE HOWARD UNIVERSITY GLEE CLUB The Howahd University Glee Club was founded in 1912 by Roy W. Tibbs of the Conservatory of Music. The aims of the Glee Club are: to cultivate an a thettc and cultural taste for the art of singing and to give an outlet and sphere of activity for latent talent of those male students interned in the art of group singing. Each year the Glee Club travels extensively through various sections of the country. Recently the Club has increased its popularity through several national hoolc-up . First Tenors MELROSE CARRINGTON VINCENT H. CEPHAS CHARLES A. HOOPER J. RICHMOND JOHNSON CHARLES L LOMACK EDWARD A. MORTON LEVINGTON E. SMITH ALFRED A. SCOTT JOHN SHARPE. Secretary Second T enors M. WALKER ALLEN. Business Mgr JULIUS S CARROLL EDGAR MORRIS WATSON KELLY O. P. GOODWIN JAMES McCARTHEY AI PHONSO ROBINSON WILLIAM B. SLATER RAYMOND M WIGGS. President Baritones CECIL M ANDREWS CHARLES ROBERT ALLEN ROBERT E. BRADLEY EARL A. ELLIS WILLIAM C. HUESTON. JR. WILLIAM ROBINSON WILLIAM T. STANSBURY, Tree . CHARLES H. WILKINSON Bants AUBREY E. ALLEN MORGAN DICKERSON. JR JOHN HENRY HARRIS ASAIAH G HOI LIMAN-CLARENCE E. JACOBS IRVIN L. MeCAIN TORRENCE MERCER I Seventy-two i 9 • B I S O N • 2 TVJIAflBM lA t iGA SOCIETY MU LAMBDA LAMBDA DEBATING SOCIETY The Alpha Chapter of the Mu Lambda lambda Debating Society was organized at Howard University. Other chapters of this organization now exist in the leading uni-versities and colleges of the country. Each year this society seeks to encourage among women interest in debating, oratory, and public speaking. Their discussions are based upon the important political, educational, social and religious topics of the day. This chapter has accomplished much of which it is to be proud. An outstanding attainment of this year was the non-decision debate with Knoxville College and inter-mural debates with Kappa Sigma Debating Society. Members of the dchating team were Esther Robinson, Novella Moore, and Eloise Wiggins. OFFICERS Joy Powell______________________________________________President Eloise Wiggins-------------------------------------Vice-President Josephine Griffin................................... Secretary Audrey Mosley Treasurer Wilmouth Greene.............................. Publicity Manager Esther Robinson ........................... Newspaper Reporter Sncnty-three 19. B I S O N .32 KAPPA SIGMA DEBATING SOCIETY appa Sigma Deiiating Society is a student organization existing for the sole purpose of promoting interest in debating activity. Following the traditional Freshman-Sophomore Debate, November 20, 1931, the varsity team embarked upon a schedule heavier than anv attempted in the history of the society. Contacts have been made with schools heretofore unchallenged, i.e., New York University, Rutgers College, and Ohio Wesleyan University. Debating relations were resumed with other schools, e.g.. Lincoln University, Fisk University, Morehouse College, and Oberlin College. HOME DEBATES December 11—Virginia State College Howard Victory Ettrick. Virginia 3-0 January 22—Blueficld State Teachers College Howard Victor)’ 3-0 February 2—Ohio Wesleyan University Delaware, Ohio ... No Decision No Decision March 11—Knoxville College — No Decision April A—New York University No Decision Seventy-four 1 9 • B I S O N 32 SOUTHERN TOUR February 4—Morehouse College No Decision Atlanta, Georgia February 5—Fisk University-------- . —No Decision Nashville, Tennessess NORTHERN TOUR March 3—New York University No Decision New York City March 4—Rutgers College Rutgers Victory New Brunswick, N. J. Critic Judge March 5—Lincoln University No Decision WESTERN TOUR March 29—Ohio Wesleyan University No Decision Delaware, Ohio March 30—Oberlin College................... No Decision Oberlin, Ohio VARSITY DEBATERS Fred Minnis, 32 Monroe Plant 32 Leonard Terrell '32 Samuel W, Tucker, '33 Leroy Weeks, ’35 OFFICERS OF KAPPA SIGMA DEBATING SOCIETY Fred Minnis----------------------------- President Samuel W. Tucker - Secretary Dudley Clark Chairman of Reception Committee Mr. G. D. Lipscomb__________________________ Coach Fred Green Vice-President Phillip R. Green_________________________Treasurer Mr. Gustav Auzrnnb Faculty Buunest Manager Kappa Sigma Keys have been earned by Leonard Terrell, Monroe Plant, Fred Minnis, and Samuel W. Tucker, each of whom has participated in at least seven debates. The debating team has successfully completed its schedule through the zealous efforts of its members, the financial support of the Student Council, the instruction of its coach. Mr. G. C. Lipscomb, the assistance given by Dr. Abram L. Harris, head of our economics faculty, in the form of expert advice upon technical economic questions, and, in general, the cooperation of our university community. Seventy-fire 19. B I S O N -32 THE HOWARD PLAYERS OFFICERS President ------- V ice-Preudcnt Recording Secretary.... Corresponding Secretary ________________ Treasurer Business Manager Stage Manager Assistant Stage Manager Scenic Artist Make-up Artist_________ Property Manager ...___________________ Arthur W. Boswell Gladys Isaacs Audrey A. Moseley -...... Leighla Wmipper ________John H. Harris Harrison Hobson Paul F. Sinclair ...G. William McKinney -----... Henry Hudson Katrina Butler Alvin Woods FACULTY REPRESENTATIVES George D. Lipscomb Gustav Auzenne Director Business Manager With the ending of the year 1931-32, another page in the brilliant history of the Howard Players is complete. During the year many excellent performances were given by the group. The calibre of the work done added to the prestige of the Club, and showed the potentialities of its members. Due to the absence of Professor Sterling Brown, who is studying for his doctorate at Harvard, the Club this year was under the direction of Professor George D. Lipscomb. Professor Lipscomb’s ability and congeniality carried over into the spirit of the actors themselves. The first performance of the year consisted of three one-act plays: Undertow”, by Willis Richardson; Compromise”, by Eulaiie Spence; and Frances”, by G. D. Lipscomb, Seventy-six 19-BISON 32 all of which were plays of Negro life. Mcrril Booker scarred, as usual, in his acting of the Uncle Tom role in the play Frances”. He was ably supported by Louise Pierson, Wcndall Quinn, and William Beverly. The second play, Compromise”, brought out the talent of Louise Pinkett and Cecil Andrews, both new members of the club who gave performances worthy of veterans. The third play, Undertow”, was also brilliantly presented. Audrey Moseley proved herself not only in rhis play but m other plays also. On March 3rd the Howard Players journeyed to Baltimore and gave a brilliant performance as guests of the Morgan Players in an N. I. D. A. program. The play given was Daniel , written by our Director, Professor Lipscomb. This play was a serious drama of Negro life. It pictured the young Negro just out of college in the struggle against the ignorance and superstition of his parents and the hard lot of the new Negro. William Robinson played the part of Daniel and Merril Booker played the part of Ephraim Fletcher, Daniel's father. Audrey Moseley played the part of his mother. The remainder of the season was taken up with the presentation of the Virginia State Player’s Guild in Alberto Casello’s Death Takes A Holiday and participation in the N. I. D. A. tournament at Hampton. The climax of the year came with the presentation of The Importance of Being Ear-nesr”, by Oscar Wilde. It was found necessary to carry this play down to the Garnet-Pattcrson Auditorium, because the facilities at the Medical Auditorium were not sufficient to stage such an elaborate performance. The success of this play appropriately climaxed a very successful season. With the presentation of this play, the Howard Players of 1932 have set a precedent that might well be followed tn the future: that is, the giving of a long play at the end of the year by an author of the calibre of Oscar Wilde. The cast of this play was as follows: John H. Harris, Louis Aikens, Valerie Parks, Grace Desmond, Mcrril Booker, Catherine Richardson, Freeman Morgan, George Donawa, and Gladys Isaacs. The performance given by this group was well received and highly praised. In the course of the year the Howard Players formed a Dramatic Service Bureau, the purpose of which is to collect and edit plays dealing with the Negro theme. The Service is still in the process of being perfected, but has already shown results and in the near future we expect this to render a distinct service to Negro writers and those interested in a Negro theatre. The Howard Players regret the loss of several of its most useful members by graduation. Merril D. Booker, versatile character actor, will be leaving. Arthur Boswell, our president, will graduate. Also William Robinson, Louise Pearson, Catherine Richardson, John H. Harris, and Paul F. Sinclair. These Seniors will be presented with the key of rhe Society at the Annual Banquet of the Howard Players, which will be given in the near future. Gustav Auztnne, Business Manager Seventy-men 1 9 B I S O N 32 HISTORICAL SOCIETY Thursoay noon. December 11, 1924, at the proposal of Mr. Ralph E. Banks, a number of students organized The Historical Society of Howard University. The purpose of the organization is fourfold: first, to stimulate an interest in and to reward the students who achieve high scholastic ranking wirhin the department; second, to establish a Museum of Documents” in History, especially emphasizing the early life and development of the Negro race; third, to reward those whose research in this field shall contribute to our knowledge of the early history and struggle of the Negro race in America; fourth, to stimulate and encourage propaganda which will give recognition to the deeds of the Negro. History has truly repeated itself within the organization of The Historical Society of Howard beginning with its foundation in 1924, continuing through its Dark Ages” of 1925-28, down through its revival of activities in 1928-29, and its true Renaissance” in the autumn of 1951. According to the Historical Society News, under the editorship of Mr. Alfred E. Smith. February 8, 1932: The autumn of 1931 witnessed the true 'Renaissance' in the affairs of the club in a complete reorganization, renovation, and rehabilitation. The constitution was liberalized and modernized, and new offices were created to facilitate the launching and sustaining of a program calculated to maintain the organization at the highest of constructive efficiency. Following this a series of lectures, the Negro History Week program, and a number of drives were sponsored by the Society. OFFICERS Lewis B. Talley President Ellen H. West Vice-President Vera C. Brantly---------------Secretary Valerie O. Justus Cor. Secretary Lucius E. Young Treasurer Alfred E. Smith Publicity Director Charles E. Fields Chaplain James B. Browning............... —-----------------Faculty Adviser Seventy-eight i9.BISON.j2 THE FIRST ANNUAL INTER COLLEGIATE SOCIAL SCIENCE CONFERENCE, APRIL 29 - 30 I 'HE First Annual Intcr-Collcgiatc Social Science Conference marked an epoch in studenr initiative at Howard University. It represents the first attempt of students to plan and conduct a conference at any Negro institution. The general theme was Facing Current Conflicts in American Life.” The theme was developed in a three-fold manner by subdividing it into Conflicts Between Black and White Workers”, Conflicts Between Black and White Voters , and Community of Interest.” Each sub-head was developed from three points of view by student papers prepared under the supervision of the Economics. History, and Political Science Departments. Among the speakers presented were Dr. Abram L. Harris, Mr. Ben Stolberg, Dr. Raymond L. Buell, Dr. W. E. B. DuBois, Mr. Emmett E. Dorsey, and Dr. Charles H. Wesley. Delegates from the following schools were present: West Virginia State College, Virginia Union University. Bennett College for Women, Virginia State College. Miner Teachers College, Lincoln University, and Howard University. The delegates were so enthused over the project that they voted to hold a second conference at Howard early in .next April. OFFICERS Fkbd Minnis George O. Butler Lewis B. Talley Luctus Young ___________ Samuel W. Tucker Valerik Justiss. General Chairman Businas Manager Treaturer Corresponding Secretary Corresponding Secretary Recording Secretary Screnly-nine 1 9 • B I S O N 32 POLITICAL SCIENCE CLUB npHF Political Science Club is one of the most active organizations on the campus. Speakers representing all the principal schools of political thought were presented by the club during the year. It was one of the three organizations which pm over the Intercollegiate Social Science Conference. On May 25, the club cooperated with Phi Epsilon Honorary Society in staging a mock Democratic Convention. OFFICERS Fred Minnis_______________________________________________ President Vsxa Brantley_________________________________________ Vice-President Joy PoVKLL Secretary THE ECONOMICS CLUB nPHE Economics Club of 1931-32 enjoyed one of the most successful years in the history of the club. The policy of the organization was almost completely revised so as to allow for greater student participation in the club programs. Questions of vital interest to students were discussed both pro and con. These discussions became so popular that there was usually as many interested outsiders present as there were students. The club was one of the three organizations which sponsored the Intercollegiate Social Science Conference, held at Howard on April 29-30. OFFICERS Gforgf O. Butler President Joy Powell Vice-President Ruth Jerome_________________________________________________ Secretary Benjamin Spaulding ___________________ Publicity Director and Treasurer Eighty 19 • B I S O N 2 THE WOMEN’S LEAGUE THE Women's League is an active organization composed of the entire body of Howard women. The league meets every Friday at noon to sponsor social and educational programs. The projects sponsored by this organization during the year are: The Women’s Dinner, The Vesper Service, The Women’s Loan Fund Program, and The May Day Exercises. During the year many interesting programs have been presented by various organizations and clubs on the campus. Discussion groups have been organized with the idea of bringing before the women of the campus problems which might be worked out to a greater advantage after general discussion by the entire group. The purpose of the Women’s League is to foster ideals and traditions worthy of Howard, and to help the women of the University to find for themselves the good and the beautiful in life. OFFICERS Mary Wade, ’52 Lorraine Robbins, ’55 Joy Powell, 54 Sarah Marti neau, ’53 President V ice-Presidcnt Secretary Publicity Agent Eighty •one ,9- B I S O N -32 THE ELLEN RICHARDS CLUB The Ellen Richards Club was organized October 16, 1931, by the Home Economics students. The students named their club after Ellen Richards, who was the founder of the Home Economics movement in America. The purpose of organizing the club was to promote educational and social projects among students having interests in this held. The club selected for its motto: pledge my head to clearer thinking, My heart to greater loyally, My hands to larger service, and My health to better living for my Club, community, and my race. Some of the various activities engaged in by the club were weekly forums, educational pictures, receptions, luncheons, and hikes. OFFICERS Miss Cecil D. Nicholson President Miss Helen Lucas_______________________________________Vice-president Miss Adalaide Charles _____________________________________ Secretary Miss Thaba Green___________________________________________ Treasurer Eighty-two i 9 • B I S O N • 2 LE CERCLE FRANCAIS HPhk Howard University French Club, Le Cerde Francais”, has just completed a most interesting year of activity under the excellent sponsorship of Professor W. Mercer Cook. The club is composed of those students who, being interested in the French language, wish to avail themselves of every opportunity for improvement. The most outstanding features of the year’s activities have been: Addresses by M. Dantes Bellcgardc, Minister from Haiti to the United States; The Value of the French Language” by Mme. Helen W. Burrell, Professor of French at Howard University; Christmas in France” by M. Louis T. Achille, Professor of French at Howard University; and a program of popular French songs presented by P4die. Mary G. Brewer, Professor of French at Miner Teacher’s College. Very entertaining contributions have been presented by the talented vocalist, Mile. Elizabeth Sink ford; by the accomplished pianist. M. William D. Allen, and by the student members themselves. The officers of the club. Mile. M. Louise Taylor, president; and M. J. H. Reason, secretary-treasurer. Wish for Le Cercle Francais” of coming years ever increasing success and fruitfulness. Eightythrct I 9 • B I S O N - 32 PESTALOZZI - FROEBEL SOCIETY ' | hp organization of the Pestakxni-Froebel Society for the school year 1931-1932 was along - • lines sitnlar to the set-up of a city school system with officers holding titles and performing functions similar to those of a city school administrative staff. The organ of the P.-F. Club is the P.-F. Bulletin, a four-page mimeographed illustrated newspaper that is circulated on the day of each meeting. The Bulletin also has run several special Issues during the school year. Another important feature of the P.-F. program is the Educational Tours Service. Monthly excursions arc made to places of historical and educational interest in Washington and vicinity. These directed tours for the year 1931-1932 have included the following places: Franciscan Monastery, Smithsonian Institute, United States Congress Pan-American Building, Corcoran Art Gallery, Washington Monument, Fredrick Douglass’ Home, National Cathedral, and Great Falls, Maryland. The officers of the P.-F. Society for the school year 1931-32 are: Superintendent ...... .... Merrill Booker Asst. Supt., in ( urge of Educational Broadcasts Miss C. Ricmaroson Supervisor of Publicity............................... Frfd Minnis Supervisor of Educational Tours John Harris Supervisor of Music----------------------------------- Miss A. Gusts Superintendent of Properties J. Bragg Supervisor of Social Service _. Miss Louise Col km an Supervisor of Art Miss Cecil Nicholson Supervisor of Records and Reports..................... G. H. Jones Supervisor of Programs Miss Sadie Everett Director of Attendance— ___________________________W. H. Sneed Pianist .... _ ... — Miss Agnes O. McLendon Librarian _ ------ -—------------------------ Miss Corrine Prince { Eighty-four 19- B I S O N -32 THE HOWARD UNIVERSITY ENGINEERING SOCIETY ’ | 'he Howard University Engineering Society was organized in 1923, and is one of the most active srudent organizations of Howard University. It is the Howard University Chapter of the National Technical Association. Its members consist of professors and students of Architecture and Engineering. The purpose of the Engineering Society is to promote fellowship among the architects and engineers of Howard University. It also provides an outlet for student ideas, establishes and maintains contact with the alumni, secures employment for the students, and presents lectures on Architecture and Engineering. OFFICERS William R. Walkfr, Jr. President Ciarencs B. Wheat Vice-President A. B. Collins - ...................................... Seeretary-Treacurer William Canary____________________________________________________ Reporter Eighty-five 19. B I S O N .32 THE R. O. T. C. BAND 1 I ’HE calibre of the R. O. T. C. Band was shown by the great number of letters received, A commending it on its performance in the Army Day Parade, April 6. 1932. Its performance on this occasion, however, was not more conscientiously done than has been its work throughout the year. Tire R. O. T. C. unit finds in the band a powerful ally, one which causes hot days to be disregarded and light, elastic steps to be substituted for tired, listless ones. Sergeant Brice, the director, deserves our highest appreciation. Eighty-fix 19-BISON - 32 THE SABERS The Sabers is a club open only to men in good standing in the Second Advanced Class of R. O. T. C. It is an outgrowth of the old R. O. T. C. Officers Club, which dates back to 1923. The present organization was founded under the name of the Sabers on November 3, 1931. The ideals of the Sabers arc primarily the development of patriotism, good citizenship, and military discipline. The organization stands for leadership, punctuality, truth, and respect for self and others. THE SABER ROSTER Major W. Howard Sneed President Capt. Rutherford B. Stf.vens Vice-President Capt. Burke Syphax________________________________________Treasurer Second Lieutenant Philip R. Greene Secretary Capt. Henry B. Matthews Capr. Edgar M. Watson 1st Lieut. Clarence L. Smith 1st Lieut. Charles A. Pratt 1st Lieut. William H. Perry 1st Lieut. William B. Bryant 1st Lieut. Melvin A. Barker 1st Lieut. Earl A. Ellis 1st Lieut. Alphonso L. Robinson 1st Lieut. Henry Letcher 1st Lieut. Lloyd R. Riley 2nd Lieut. John H. Harris 2nd Lieut. Clifton H. Bowles 2nd Lieut. Fred Minnis 2nd Lieut. J. M. W. Greene 2nd Lieut. Jesse D. Dedmon Eighty-seven 19- B I S O N -32 ALPHA SIGMA ™ n March 26. 1929, at Howard University, Alpha Sigma Honorary Fraternity was organized. With great enthusiasm, courage, and an ideal of growth. Alpha Sigma had as its charter memKrrs nine men of sterling initiative and a deep insight into student extra-curricular activities. The cardinal principle of Alpha Sigma is achievement. With this as the key word, the original qualities that make for success are embodied therein. Alpha Sigma was the initial attempt to inspire a keen interest in extra-curricular activities and to promote a high and creditable scholarship. The membership is limited to the ten most outstanding men of the Senior class. Juniors are eligible to be elected in the latter part of the Spring quarter. MEMBERSHIP FOR 1931-32 Matthew Mitchell_________________________________________________ President William P. Robinson____________________________________ Vice-President Paul F. Sinclair---------------------------------— . .. Secretary William R. Walker, Jr. Treasurer Thomas E. Hawkins W. Howard Sneed Arthur W. Boswell Merril D. Booker James N. Ward Fred Minnis Eighty-eight I 19-B ISON-32 Proffssor Frank Coifman, Chairman THE BOARD OF ATHLETIC CONTROL A thletics of Howard University are administered by a Board of Ath- letic Control. This body is directly responsible for the athletic policies of the University as well as the arrangement and conduction of all intercollegiate athletic contests. It elects all student managers of athletic teams and makes rules governing the eligibility of players. The Board of Athletic Control is composed of three students; three members of the alumni; three members of the faculty, together with the secretary‘treasurer of the University, who is the permanent Business Manager; and the Head of the Department of Physical Education for Men. who is secretary. OFFICERS Frank Coleman____________________________Chairman Clarence W. Davis Secretary Emmett J. Scott_________________ Business Manager MEMBERS Students: George O. Butler, Junior; William P. Robinson, James N. Ward, Seniors Faculty: Dr. E. P. Davis, Dr. Charles H. Thompson Alumni: Maj. Campbell C. Johnson, E. P. Westmoreland, J. C. Carter. Ninety 19 B I S O N .32 THE DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICAL EDUCATION HP™? Department of Physical Education is divided into two parts, the Department for Women, under the leadership of Mrs. Mary R. Allen, and the Department for Men, with Mr. Clarence W. Davis as Acting Head. Mr. Davis writes the following concerning his Department, and the same applies generally to the Women’s Department: ' Hie Department of Physical Education for Men consists of three main divisions: First, the department of required work, which takes care of those students who are taking required courses in Physical Education. These students take, during their freshman year, at least one quarter of swimming, one of outdoor games, and one in health education. During their Sophomore year they arc permitted to elect any activity which they enjoy. These activities include basketball, playground baseball, swim-ming. soccer, track, and field athletics, touch football, golf, and other such games. Next there is the department of intra mural athletics. This department is primarily interested in those competitive phases of athletics which exist witliin the walls of the University, participated in by students who have not either the interest or the ability for intercollegiate athletics. This department offers very enticing opportunities for pleasant recreational activities. The Department of Physical Education for Men also has within it the department of inter-collegiate athletics, which is usually the best known of its divisions. This department is primarily interested in that phase of intcr-colIcgiatc athletics which makes for the development of higher character and manhood. The schedule of activities consists of football, basketball. track, soccer, tennis, and swimming. Baseball may be revived. There is enrolled in the Department of Physical Education a large number of students who are specializing in Physical Education for their life work. These students take a four-year course preparing them to be teachers of health and physical education. The course includes both theory and practical work. Ninety-one Footbali Team 19. B I S O N 32 FOOTBALL OFFICIALS Thomas Verdell . . Jack Young ... ... Harry Payne________ Harry Webb Thomas Hawkins John Harris-------- John Marshall Howard Sneed George Butler______ Wm. McKinney George Jones .... _____________Coach _____________Assistant Coach Assistant Coach Assistant Coach Assistant Coach ____________________ Trainer Captain Manager Assistant Manager Assistant Manager Assistant Manager SQUAD Allen McG ruder Andrew Maclc Boswell Marshall Chandler Moore Cheynev Payton Cole Perkins Davis Reed Greenlee Smith Hall Stallings Holliman Stewart Jarre tt Stokes Holloman Tibbs Johnson Ukkerd Jones Willis Kaiser Letcher Leggett Shelton Lee SCHEDULE Howard Opponents October 10—J. C. Smith University 69 6 October 17—West Virginia State College 13 0 October 24—Virginia Union University 6 25 October 31—Virginia State College 0 19 November 7—Morgan College 8 19 November 14—Hampton Institute 6 25 November 21—Virginia Seminary 9 0 November 26—Lincoln University 6 7 (Forfeited to Howard) — — Total Points ... 117 101 1 9 • B I S O N t 3 2 FOOTBALL RESUME Bloomp! Bloocnp! To the sound of leather on pigskin, sixty blue-shirted warriors began the pre-season training for the 1931-32 edition of the Howard University Bisons. Among these very few were veterans even with one season’s experience. John Marshall, Bus Stokes, Klotz” Payton, Jack” Greenlee, Tubba Ellis, Sal” Hall, and Ug' Lee, formed the nucleus for Coach Vcrdcll’s new machine. The mighty Bison’s stride carried them over their first two opponents by overwhelming scores and started the C. I. A. A. championship bee to buzzing. The abrupt halt in their march of victories was quite a surprise to their loyal hackers, and took some of the cocksureness out of them. This first defeat proved to be the Bison’s undoing. They dropped the next three games in a row, though the Bears were completely outclassed in the second half of the game at Newark. The newly gained confidence from the Morgan game served to bolster the morale of the team. They took their next game with case and journeyed to Philly for the Turkey Day classic. This game, traditionally Howard’s hardest, proved to be no exception this year. Critics and novice alike, acclaimed this contest to have more thrills, more suspense, more honest-to-gnodness clean football than they had witnessed in many a day. The deciding factor of the game was a placement kick which netted Lincoln the needed extra point and won the game by a score of 7-6. i i i HOWARD SWAMPS JOHNSON C. SMITH. 69-6 In the first game of the season, the Howard Bisons took the Johnson C. Smith College eleven 69-6, on Saturday afternoon. October 10. The Howard offensive began to click from the very start. Perkins, the freshman Hash from McDonald, Pa., lived up to even' expectation both in consistent gains through the line and on the defensive. Coach Vcrdell pulled a Notre Dame stunt in the second quarter in substituting an entire team. With the second team a Howard pass was intercepted and converted into a touchdown. Smith’s only score. ill HOWARD DEFEATS WEST VIRGINIA, 13-0 The much feared West Virginia Yellow Jackets were met in a night football game by tire Howard Bisons at Charleston. West Virginia fought a definite uphill battle, only to be beaten by a 13-0 score. Goldie Perkins, the new Bison backfield flash, scored both of Howard’s touchdowns. Hall place kicked for the extra point, but the game’s supreme sensation was Lee’s work at left end. In every test Howard’s line held like a stone wall, as indicated by the fact that West Virginia could not make one first down without the aid of a forward pass or a penalty. i 1 VIRGINIA UNION TRIMS HOWARD, 25-6 Fresh from the West Virginia victory, Howard journeyed to Richmond and met its Waterloo” at the claws of the Union Panther. This was the first defeat of the year for rhe Bisons and came as rather a surprise, considering their flying start. ill VIRGINIA STATE SW AMPS HOWARD. 19-0 A group of blood-thirsty raiders from Petersburg, Va., invaded Washington on the evening of October 31, 1932, and retired to their hideout with priceless plunder—a thorough and decisive victory over a crippled but valiant Bison. Ninety-four 19 B I S O N 32 MORGAN. 10 — HOWARD. 8 Although forcing the Bears to battle hard for every touchdown. Howard University’s gridiron representatives bowed before the onslaught of the powerful Morgan College eleven on November 7, 1932, by a 19-8 score at Newark, New Jersey. ill HAMPTON, 25 — HOWARD, 6 Howard University's football warriors played like demons against Hampton Insntute on Saturday, November 14, at the Bison Bowl and on their general showing scarcely deserved to take the short end of one of those heart-breaking scores. During the first three periods, except shortly after the start of the game, when the Hampton ball carriers experienced comparatively little difficulty in fending their way through the line, the Btsons resisted their opponents sturdily, succeeded in smothering the hard-running backs from Institute, and offered a capable offense, but was totally lacking when punch was needed. Perkins’ punting and the fierce defensive play of the Bisons was what made the issue as close as it was until the last quarter siege of Hampton power. Hampton had a fast and hard-hitting team with fine backs, particularly Scott and Edwards; a great tackle, and a forward pass defense that, based on the great speed and alertness of its interceptors, seemed impossible to beat. The Four HoRsrMns Ninety-five 1 9 • B I S O N • 3 2 HOWARD, 9 — VIRGINIA SEMINARY, 0 Howard University displayed only twenty minutes of real football Saturday afternoon, November 21, to down Virginia Seminary. Using a team composed mainly of substitutes, Howard scored in the opening period, when, after kicking off and recovering a fumble, I fall passed to Perkins for a touchdown. Hall converted the extra point from placement. Two more points were added to the Bison’s score in the second quarter when Acting Captain Peyton tackled a Seminary back behind his goal line for a safety. LINCOLN NOSES OUT 7 TO 6 VICTORY OVER HOWARD Lamar’s kick from placement for the point after touchdown and DesVerney’s sensational 35-yard sprint to overtake Chcyney on Lincoln’s four-yard line gave Lincoln a victory of 7 to 6 over the 25th giving game traditional ri thousand Shibe Park, Pennsylvania. Howard sc down in the utes of play covered a sec fumble on the yard line passed to Lee goal. Hall’s the extra point In the Howard’s constant me coin’s one-point but turned Cheyney receive pass from coin’s 41-yard through an op 38 yards, when i taken by halted in a flyir Lincoln’s 4-yard cried in vain for Fighting come from last few the Bison the Lion es in every as the last caught a Hall and made down for Howard Payton and Greenlee, Co-Captams-EUct Ninety-six 19. B I S O N -32 SOCCER OFFICIALS Arthur WaUM Coach Arthur Gray Captain Leo Sinkia Manager SQUAD R. Lynch B. Sutherland B. Burrowes H. Tashley H. George L. Jacobs J. Ragbir W. Roberts J. Gray T. Harper A. Linds A. Willacey A. Coker R- Linweltt RESUME The Howard Soccerites continued on their unbeaten way and again finished as C. I. A. A. Champions. The Howardites grabbed the championship back in 1929 when soccer was first introduced to Negro colleges and to date show no indications of relinquishing their grasp. The first game of the season was played at home against Lincoln and resulted in an easy win for Howard, the final whistle finding the score 3-1. In its next contest, also at home, the ream encountered, in Hampton, the toughest opposition of the season. Howard had a slight edge on Hampton, but could make no headway. The game ended in a scoreless tie. The third game was also with Hampton, only this time the Bisons tackled the Seasiders down by the sea. Again Hampton put up a hard fight, but Howard emerged with a 3-2 victory. Lincoln provided, in their own lair, the fourth and final clash, succumbing to the champions by a 2-1 count. With no more fields to conquer, the Bisons hung up their togs. It is to be hoped that more schools will soon incorporate this attractive sport. 19-BISON-32 BASKETBALL OFFICIALS John Burr-------------------------------------------- Coach RuTHKRPORO B. Stevens_____________________ . ■ Manager George H. Jones Trainer Granville Warner . Asdftant Manager Henry Hudson_________________________________ Asdftant Manager Gordon Wilkinson Assistant Manager SQUAD George Taylor Frank Pinn Cordell Norman James Bayton Sylvester Hall Thomas Reid Charles Tibbs Harry Robinson Burke Syphax Sylvanus Williamson Joseph Sewell Frank Davis Clarence Smith Robert Stewart SCHEDULE Howard Opponent s January 8—Veterans............................ 46 28 January 15—Hampton Institute------------------ 27 16 January 22—J. C. University 41 38 January 23—A. and T. College 35 19 January 25—St. Paul Institute____________________28 25 January 29—Morgan College 34 29 February 5—Virginia State....................... .19 25 February 6—Hampton Institute___________________ 24 27 February 12—Lincoln University ... 22 39 February 15—Morgan College 25 36 February 20—Virginia State College_______________ 32 31 February 22—Morgan College.......... —......- — 22 36 February 27—A. and T. College____________________ 44 20 February 29—J. C. Smith University 55 24 March 5—City College of New York 26 43 480 436 Total Points 19-B I SON-32 BASKETBALL RESUME Twenty-five men answered Coach Burr’s call for basketball practice, four of whom were regulars of last year—Clarence Smitty”, Redbank Taylor, Sally” Hall, and Mickey” Syphax. These four formed the nucleus for the strong team that finished in second position, and only a few tenths of one percent behind the championship Morgan College live. The squad pushed over all opposition for six straight games and bid well to finish the season undefeated. The climax of this series of victories came when the Morgan College team was handed the first defeat on its own home floor in seven years. After thb brilliant exhibition the team cracked, losing two very close games on its second Southern trip and then returning home only to drop two more. The last five games were see-sawing affairs, Howard tucking away three of them. The final game, and one of the three non-conference games was played with the City College of New York. This was the lirst basketball game between major educational institutions of the two races and attracted national attention. HOWARD. 46 — VETFRANS, 28 The Bisons started the season by trouncing the Vets. The Veterans, led by Two-Shot” Beasley, piled up a 10-0 lead in the first four minutes of play. But the varsity, aided by much better physical condition, were able to pass them and win by a wide margin. HOWARD, 27 — HAMPTON INSTITUTE. 16 Howard quickly dampened Hampton's championship aspirations by handing them their first defeat in three starts. The Bisons took an early lead and were never headed by the Scasiders. Mickey” Syphax was the offensive star, scoring twelve points. ill HOWARD. 41 — J. C. SMITH UNIVERSITY. 38 'Hie Bisons, on their first Southern trip, defeated the Smith team in one of the fastest and most hard-fought games of the season. The lead changed seven times during the game. Hall, returning to the game with the score thirty-five all in the last few minutes, put the game in the bag with two spectacular baskets. ill HOWARD, 35 — A. and T. COLLEGE, 19 Then Howard’s Basketccrs stopped over in Greensboro, N. C., to trim the A. and T. College five. The Bisons displayed a smooth-working machine that never had to extend itself in this game. Hall and Syphax tied for high point honors with eleven points each, while Taylor and Sewell played a brilliant defense. ill HOWARD. 28 — ST. PAUL INSTITUTE. 25 According to the dopesters, the Saints would be a push-over. But they came very close jNinety-nine 1 9 ■ B I S O N , 3 2 co furnishing coo many thrills for the Howard fans—leading at the half 14-10 and losing the lead with only three minutes to go because of a late rally started by Taylor and finished by Hall. ill HOWARD, 34 — MORGAN, 29 The Bisons broke the Bears' seven-year habit of winning on their home floor in the fastest, most sensational game of the year. Getting the advantage early, they led the Bears 14-9 at the half. Bur the Morgan ream returned with its typical second-half fight and pushed through sixteen points while Howard could gather in only one. The Bisons did not lose their fighting spirit and with only seven minutes to go. staged a rally started by Taylor, that took the fans breath and won the game before the Morganitcs could stop the onslaught. Tibbs, substituting for Sewell, two minutes before the bell, put the game on ice with two sleeper baskets. ill HOWARD, 19 — VIRGINIA STATE COLLEGE, 25 The Bisons lost their winning ways on the second Southern trip and although their spirit won the crowd's admiration, they could not find the basket and met their first defeat of the season. ill HOWARD, 24 — HAMPTON INSTITUTE, 27 This was a hard one to lose. The team held the lead all through this fast game, only to have Hampton tie the score in the last minutes of the game (23-23) and then win in the overtime period. The team lacked accuracy, missing more goals than ever before. 1 i 1 HOWARD, 22 — LINCOLN, 39 Howard grabbed the lead at the beginning, but Lincoln quickly recovered from a faltering start to outdistance the Bisons. Syphax played a stellar game throughout, while Avery provided much of Lincoln’s flash. Smitty. Howard’s star guard of last season, returned to the court for the first time during this game, but could not stem the tide. 1 i 1 HOWARD, 25 — MORGAN COLLEGE, 36 The mighty Bison machine did not function so well and the Bears made it one and one by taking this game. Morgan got off to a good start—leading 18-9 at the half, and were only threatened once in the second half. Pinn and Taylor played well for the Bisons, while Gibson and Troupe starred for the Morganites. ill HOWARD, 32 — VIRGINIA STATE COLLEGE. 31 This was easily the most spectacular game of this season. The Bisons, though always One hundred 1 9 • B I S O N 32 pushed hard, led throughout the game, and the score stood 30-26 in their favor just one minute before the bell. Then State put on a miracle act, scoring two baskets and a foul in about fifty seconds to lead by one point. This did not end things, however, for Tibbs, receiving the tap from Pinn at center, passed the ball to Hall who, leaping high in the air, immediately shoe from the far end of the court. While the ball was still on its long flight the bell sounded, apparently giving State a one-point victory. But the ball dropped with a swish to give Howard the top score. The crowd went wild. Ill HOWARD, 22 — MORGAN COLLEGE, 36 This game, played in Orange, New Jersey, was probably the slowest and most listless game of the season. Neither team played the brand of basketball exhibited in former contests. Morgan was never threatened and slid on to an easy victory. Pinn was strongest on the offensive for Howard, scoring ten points. if HOWARD, 44 — A. and T. COLLEGE, 20 The varsity exhibited some fine basketball to walk away with the second A. and T. game. The team, now on the home stretch, seemed to have returned to its early season form. Svphax, with fourteen points, was high scorer, while Martin played well for A. and T. re HOWARD. 55 — J. C. SMITH UNIVERSITY, 24 Coach Burr used the entire squad in pushing over the Smith team. The fast, well-polished offense of the Bisons overwhelmed the invaders. Syphax, Pinn, and Taylor led the offense for the Bisons with 12 points each. iff HOWARD. 26 — C. C. N. Y.. 43 Coach Nat Holman’s boys, with their lightning offense and perfected block play, proved too much for the Bisons. Both teams fought hard throughout the game making this the fastest, most thrilling game of the season. Hall’s spectacular baskets thrilled the crowd with Syphax also playing a stellar role, while Taylor and Pinn played well on the defense. Captain Spahn and White led the C. C. N. Y. team to victory. One hundred one 1 9 • B I S O N 32 TRACK OFFICIALS Thomas Verdell_____________________________________________Coach Jesse S. Chandler Manager Weldon C. Jackson--------------------------- Assistant Manager SCHEDULE April 29 May 7 May 14 — May 21_______ ......_______ Penn Relays Morgan at Howard Hampton Relays C. I. A. A. at Howard T arry and Davis, who were entered in the Milrose Games at Madison ' Square Garden, New York, during the indoor season, indicated in advance the calibre of our team. Davis took fourth place in the high jump, while Larry went to the semi-finals in the hurdles, bowing only to Beard, National Collegiate Champion. Besides Larry and Davis, we have such stars as Scurry, the Sophomore flash from Jersey; Letcher, the 220 specialist; Cheyney. our brilliant quarter miler; Parker, half-miler and miler; Johnson, sure point winner in the pole vault; and Palmer, javelin hurler de luxe. These veterans, plus a host of new luminaries, give Coach Vcrdell ample grounds for his Springtime chuckles. TENNIS OFFICIALS Arthur Waller Coach William Stanshury Manager Walter Payton Assistant Manager Frank F. Davis, Jr. Assistant Manager William Fairfax Assistant Manager Rain and cold weather have played havoc with our tennis hopes this year. With the strongest team that we have had in many years, we find ourselves unable to put it into action. What better tennis team could any school desire than one composed of such stars as Gerald Norman, fourth ranking player and C. I. A. A. singles champion; ’’Mickey Svphax, Bub Woolridge. ’’Junic Ukkerd. ’’Bill” Robinson, Happv Robinson, and Frank F. Davis, Jr. The C. I. A. A. tennis meet was scheduled to be held at Howard. May 14, but a week of constant rain put the courts entirely out of use. causing, as we hope, postponement and not cancellation of the meet. One hundred two 19- B I S O N 32 INTRA - MURALS Tntra-Mural sports at Howard experienced another active year, arou.%-■L ing bitter rivalry between the classes and various teams for sports su-premacy. Under the able tutelage of Mr. Waller and Mrs. Allen, these sports were so well arranged that all students were given an opportunity to participate. That traditional class rush (as bitter as they come), between the Frosh and Sophs, was the opening event of the year, talcing place early in the Fall. The Sophomores proved themselves the masters of the situation when they came out of the struggle with two victories to their credit, while the Pacnies” were able to win only one event. Probably the most outstanding event of the year was witnessed in the Howard Stadium on December 12, 1931, when two charging football teams met in one of the most exciting contests staged between two classes. These teams were none other than the revengeful Freshman squad, coached by Tommy” Hawkins, and the well-trained Sophomore eleven, under the guidance of Coach Harry Payne. It was seen from the start that the Frosh meant business when they grabbed a 13-0 advantage in the first quarter, building up their lead with scores in the third and fourth periods. Not once, however, did the Sophomores let up” during the game, being rewarded in the last period with a lone score, the final count standing. Freshmen 26, Sophomores 6. During the basketball season, the Intra-Mural teams were unusually active. The usual preliminary- basketball games created much interest and many arrived early in order to see these comic and hard-fought contests. One of the greatest steps toward promoting sports among women at Howard was tin- establishment of a Women’s Athletic Association, this organization sponsoring such sports as archery, swimming, soccer, tennis, volleyball, baseball, hockey, and basketball. In the midst of the basketball season, a tram composed of upper class girls emerged victorious with an 18-6 count from a contest with the Freshman girls. Numerous soccer and hockey teams were organized among the girls and every afternoon these teams could be seen in action on the famous old stamping ground beside die Long Walk. The Women’s Track Tournament bids well to be a major Spring event. From all indications the men had better look to their laurels lest they be surpassed by rhe fair lassies as they go running, hurdling, jumping, and even putting the shot. Tennis is at present attracting its usual multitude of devotees and is proving a social if not a physical builder. We are hoping that before the quarter ends some definite program for this popular sport will have been advanced. The Department of Physical {education deserves our heartiest commendations. Their motto: Play for Play’s Sake”, laid the foundations of a most successful season. One hundred three 1 9 • B I S O N 32 THE H-” CLUB Varsity Letter Men WILLIAM CHEYNEY Prtiident CLARENCE SMITH Vic -Prt iJenl Members M. W. ALLEN G. MACK D. BEASLEY J. MARSHALL A. BOSWELL C. NORMAN D. BRANDON W. PAYTON B. BURROWS P. PERKINS O. COKER F. PINN S. Dr PRIEST J. RAGBIR E. ELLIS T. REID P. FERNANDEZ W. ROBERTS H. GEORGE H. ROBINSON A. GRAY W. ROBINSON M. GREENLEE G. SEWELL W’. HAGANS S. SHELTON S. HALL L. SINKIA G. HARRIS C. SMITH T. HAWKINS H. SNEED L. JACOBS R. STEVENS G. JONES L. STOKES C. JUSTIANANI B. SYPHAX H. LANDERS G. TAYLOR M. LARRY C TIBBS G. LASHLEY C UKKERD C. LEE E. WATSON H. LETCHER L. WELTERS A. LIN DO G. WHITING A. LYONS A. WILLACY R. LYNCH S. WILLIAMSON One hundred four SflBiaRHD nillllJL 1 9 • B I S O N 32 One hundred six ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA SORORITY ' 1 HE Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority was organized in 1908 at Howard University. It has the distinction of being the first chartered Greek letter Sorority to be organized by and for Negro college women. From one chapter with about ten members, the Sorority has grown into a nationally chartered organization with eighty-five chapters. The officers of Alpha Chapter are: A nti-Basileus Grace Young THE IVY LEAF CLUB Treasurer Secretary . — - Florence McLean Polly Scurlock Gladys Gaskins IVYS Paxton Greene Hilda Langston Anna McLean Our since rest hope is to succeed in our studies, and to become the type of girls that will be worthy of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority. Sincerely, The Ivy Leaf Club. One hundred seven .9- B I S O N ■ 52 19- B I S O N -32 DELTA SIGMA THETA SORORITY OFFICERS Gladys Isaacs Mary J. Clarke Marie Moss Ella Murphy _________ ___________ Elizabeth Cook ______ President Vice-President Recording Secretary Corresponding Secretary T reasurer Emily G. Baer Clarke J. Bailey Ruth A. Bellinger Radie L. Broome Edna M. Burke Catherine B. Coles Louise Coleman Valerie E. Parks Beatrice Walker MEMBERS Rosa P. Montgomery Florence A. Phillips Willard T. Phillips Avis P. Robinson Helen Smith Whilamina Smith Bettic S. Taylor Louise F. Fisher Doris Buckley Catherine Richardson Louise M. Taylor Anna L. Tucker Lillian G. Weeks Grace W. Wilkinson Mable M. Williams Allcnc Harris Edith Peyton Josephine Griffin THE PYRAMID CLUB Harriette Sawyer Jennie Thompson Hazclle Lomax Carol Macbeth Owen Y. Plummer Rosalind Butcher Coiors: Cream and Crimson Flower: Violet Intelligence is the Torch of Wisdom” One hundred nine 19- B I S O N ,32 One hundred ten 19. BISON 32 ZETA PHI BETA SORORITY tfir a Phi Beta Sorority was organized on the Howard campus in 1920. Choosing as its motto Finer Womanhood”, it annually sets aside the fourth week in February during which those persons maintaining the ideals of finer womanhood are brought before the public in programmes sponsored by the Sorority. The Alpha chapter, in its celebration this year, had as its two distinguishing features the Bicentennial Party for prospects, and the circulation of the Zeta Dispauh, which consisted of the contributions of Zeta members. Again Zeta Sorority' and the Arciironian Pledge Club came to the front in the role of hoseesses at the Home Coming Reception given in honor of Lillian Evanti, one of its members. OFFICERS Ruth Jffferson ... Ba-xUus Rosa Bond----------------------------------------- Anti-Baulcm Florence Graves_____________________________________ Grammateus Elsie Padgett ......................... Grammatcxn-Tamiauchus Lucille Barnes Rosa Bond Grace Collins Horence Graves Elsie Padgett Cozetta Payne Esther Peyton Alcthia Smith Anita Smith Mary Sims ROSTER Mary' Reid Helen Newberry Violet Harris Ethel Rowe Mary Sumner Ruth Jefferson Maude Smothers Beulah Shippcn Lillian Morris Ida Taylor Dorothy Mack Erlinc Duke Ozella Lee Easter L. Wynn Bernice Chew ARCHRONIAN CLUB Namoi Millard Mercedes Black Helen Cooke Margaret Headen Natolic Robinson Evelyn Yaden One hundred eleven 19-BISON - 32 One hundred twelve 1 9 B I S O N - 32 THE INTER-FRATERNITY COUNCIL The Inter-Fraternity Council has more than fulfilled the hopes of its organizers during the six years it has been in existence here at Howard. Friction among the fraternities was for many years a very serious problem, hut now, with increased vision and understanding, these groups work and pull together (as much as possible of such groups) for their common good and the progress of the University’. Much of this harmony and cooperation may be traced directly to the influence of the Council. Rules and regulations regarding pledging, athletics, scholarships, and general activities have been passed by the Council and have been clusely obeyed. This year the Council did not see fit to sponsor an inter-fraternal basketball league as has been the procedure of former years. We hope this wholesome and popular activity will be included in the program of next years Council. The Council deserves the support of all, fraternal and non-fratemal alike. That our Greek Letter Societies, which were in their infancy purely antagonistic and combatant organizations, can in the course of a few years, become mutually supporting and dependent, is deeply significant. We hope it to be an expression of the tempor of the race at large— a movement toward understanding, unity, and mutual helpfulness. This is the direction in which we must travel if we are to be elevated to a higher plane of cultural and economic endeavor. OFFICERS William Robinson, 11 1 l� President Fbux Brovcn. !• B . Vice-President William Walker, K A •I' Secretary Henry Matthews, A l A Treasurer MEMBERS Julian Blache. A J A William Stansbury, A «I A William Warfield, K A 4 George Handy, K A ♦ James Ward, 11 l Charles Lofton, fl + •! R. A. Billings. It . James Harrison, t It Z One hundred thirteen 19-BISON 32 One hundred fourteen 19 - B I S O N :32 ALPHA PHI ALPHA A lpha Phi Ai.pha Fraternity, the first organization of its kind for the Negro, was + founded at Cornell University, 1906. Beta chapter was established at Howard University in 1907. This chapter has done mucli to uphold the high standards and ideals of Alpha Phi Alpha. It has entered into all the activities on the Howard campus and maintains a high representation in each. One of Beta chapter’s greatest achievements is the Go to High School, Go to College” Movement, which has reached many school children throughout the country. During the month of December, Beta sent representatives to the Alpha Phi Alpha Convention at Cincinnati, Ohio. The beautiful home of this chapter is located at 1917 Third Street. N. W. OFFICERS President ____________________________________ J. Owen Blache Vice-President James B. Tyson Recording Secretary Frank F. Davis, Jr. Corresponding Secretary Wm. T. Stansbury Treasurer___________________________________________ Walter Peyton BETA ROSTER Walter Wiley Alexander Dumas Walker Allen Otho Branson Orris Walker Arthur Gray Charles Baltimore Wesley Speller J. Owen Blache William E. Murray George Butler . Clarence Jacobs Warner I.. Collins Kelly Brown Frank F. Davis, Jr. Kenneth Brown Kenneth C. Eldridgc Merril Booker Curtis Elliot Walter Jackson Archie Johnson Prentice Thomas Walter Johnson Rutherford Stevens Henry B. Matthews Cecil Andrews David Means I-eroy Scurry Cordell Norman Wm. G. McKinney Walter Peyton Irvin McCa;n Oliver Cassell James Fairfax Arthur Boswell Aubrey Allen Paul Chester Clarence B. Wheat. Jr. James Richardson Burke Syphax Edward Strong Ivan E. Taylor Harry Robinson James G. Tvson George Schanck Charles A. Ukkerd James H. Smith J. Liwson Vcney Theus Smith H. A. Washington Wm. H. Sneed Raymond Wicgs Wm. T. Stansbury Paul F. Sinclair One hundred fifteen i9 - B I S O N tj2 One hundred sixteen 1 9 • B I S O N -32 KAPPA ALPHA PSI OFFICERS OF 1932 William T. Alexander Dewey M. Carr__________ Noble F. Payton—.... George Patterson Joseph D. Weaver------- Henry W. Sweet......... Wanasbbr S. Fletcher William D. Brooks_ Vergil Lucas Anthony H. Pierce...... William R. Walker, Jr. Matthew Mitchell _________________________________ Polemarch ____________ ....------------Vice-Polemarch --------------------------Keeper of Records -----------------------Keeper of Exchequer ________________Assistant Keeper of Records Parliamentarian Strategus Lieutenant Strategus .... — ... Historian-Reporter _____________________ House Manager Member, Board of Directors Member, Board of Directors r| ’he Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity was founded at the University of In- diana, on January 5, 1911. It had its birth in a unique conception, and it was the accomplished aim of the founders to organize a Greek letter fraternity wherein all the ideals of true brotherhood, scholarship, culture, patriotism, and honor arc realized and prevail. The fraternity has been a national organization since its founding, and there are now scattered in the leading universities and colleges over the United States more than fifty active chapters. It is the polity of the organization to place chapters only where there is the sanction and the cooperation of the college authorities. The fraternity ably supports its national movements. The Housing Fund is by far the most ambitious program that any fraternity has undertaken, and will eventually result in adequate housing facilities for all the chapters. Through its Guide Right Movement the fraternity has assisted many high school men to choose the right form of training which will point them to successful preparation for their life’s work. They are assisted in adjusting themselves to whatever occupation seems best fitted to their individual case. The Scholarship and Research Loan Funds enables the worthy of the fraternity to obtain knowledge that will fit them to give the world the fruits of productive scholarship. The Xi chapter of the fraternity, located at Howard University, was founded on December 17, 1920. and had as irs charter members seventeen of the outstanding students in the University at the time. Since its founding Xi chapter has contributed from its membership men who have been active in every phase of student activity' in the University. One hundred seventeen 19-B I S O N 32 One hundred eighteen 19-BISON-32 OMEGA PSI PHI OFFICERS Basileui ...---- Keeper of Records Keeper of finances Chaplain On November 17, 1911, at Howard University, Washington, D. G, the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity was founded by three most noble characters—Brothers Oscar J. Cooper. Edgar A. Love, and Frank Coleman, in company with Professor E. E. Just. These men, having thoroughly deliberated upon the situation, saw keenly the necessity of such a movement and decided to plant the first Mother” Chapter of a Greek letter Fraternity to be founded in a Negro institution at Howard University. Today the fraternity numbers 89 chapters, located in leading colleges and university centers of this country and Canada. More than three thousand stalwart '’Sons of the Shield bear Omega's standards onward to a future made brighter by the glory of a fadeless past. ALPHA ROSTER William Robinson John Harris James Ward Leroy Brannic Alfred Scon Joseph Whiting Benjamin Spaulding Charles Lofton Lucius Walker Edgar Watson James Gilliam William Forsythe Irving Green Alphonso Lyons Lorenzo Gresham Marcus Greenlee Walter Ridley Frank Davis Francis Simon Clarence Lee Dutton Ferguson Edward Fisher Silas Shelton Harrison D. Hobson Louis Stokes William Beverly Alfred Pcttic Daniel Munroc Elsworth Parker William Jenkins Earl Ellis Randolph Jefferson Janis Jones William Anderson Wilfred Harris William Travis Charles Shorter Monroe Gregory William P. Rohinson Charles A. Lofton Louis N. Stokes Frank G. Davis One hundred nineteen 1 9 • B I S O N • 3 2 One hundred twenty 19 B I S O N - 32 PHI BETA SIGMA FRATERNITY OFFICERS R. A. Bilungs J. E. Harrison W. S. Smith F. J. Brown . John Sharp J. W. Williams Leslie McClennon President ..........V ice-Prcsidcnt Recording Secretary Financial Secretary Corresponding Secretary Business Manager ------------------Editor FACULTY MEMBERS Dr. E. P. Davis Dr. Alain Locke Mr. C. G. Williams Mr. J. W. Lewis A li'ha Chapter of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, true to the Sigma motto: Culture for service, service for humanity , is continuing its forward movement towards the realization of the ideals of the founders of the fraternity. Sigma has striven to instill into her sons those ideals of culture and scholarship. In every avenue of campus activity, Sigma holds its own in doing its share to make Howard and its sons [setter men for the service of humanity. Realizing that ideals can not mean much unless they are made practicable. Sigma has endeavored to connect itself with some of the problems of the race to which it belongs and is trying to better. Hence it has been sponsoring a yearly program dedicated to the betterment of the Negro’s economic status. This program, in the form of Bigger and Better Negro Business Week, has for its purpose the awakening of Negroes to the fact that Negro business must be enlarged and improved if the Negro is eventually to emerge from economic slavery. Each year the movement grows and the Sigtna message is broadcast to millions of Negroes over the country. Sigma smiles contentedly at her labors and looks forward for a greater future. For Phi Beta Sigma, 1932 has been a year running over with events of outstanding interest among which are the series of Forums presented at the Fraternity’ house, the Annual Sigma Banquet given in the Main Dining Room of the Whitclaw Hotel on January 9, and rhe banquet given May 20 in the Dining Hall on Howard campus in honor of Brother Robert R. Moton, Principal of Tuskeegce Institute. One hundred tnenty-one 19-BISON - 32 r THE CRESCENT CLUB OFFICERS Harold Nickens_____________________________________________ President William Ross Treasurer Oliver Franklin Secretary V e, thf members of the Crescent Club, fostering the lofty ideals of manhood, leadership and the pursuit of higher education arc daily aspiring to excellency in our scholarship so that we may eventually become loyal sons of Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity. CRESCENT CLUB ROSTER James R. Carter Timothy Johnson Arthur Edclen Melvin Madison Lorenzo Washington Martin A. Martin Nelson Ixtgan ]. Richard Johnson Eugene N. Leak Mervin O. Parker John Todd Fritz Morchead Doyle Mitchell Samuel W. Tucker James Turner Roy Andrews James Harper Raoul Percy One hundred twenty-two 19.BISON.32 THE SCROLLER CLUB r | ’he Stroller Club was organized in 1VI9 at Ohio State University. This club is com posed of pledgees of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity. At first the clubs were organized in certain sections of the country, but now it is a national organization. The Scroller Club is active at Howard University, and always participates in all extracurricular activities. The Scroller Club of the year '24-’25 presented a cup to the freshman gaining the highest scholastic average for the year. This cup has been handed down from year to year. The purpose of the donation was to inspire the students to higher ideals and higher scholastic attainments. This principle is one upon which Kappa Alpha Psi is built. Next the Scrollers of the year ’29-’30 presented the president of Kappa Mu Honorary Society a loving cup. The president of Kappa Mu is the person with the highest scholastic standing for the year. The Scrollers have also been active in basketball, football, and track. Among the notables in the Scroller Club are: Kenneth B. Clark, member of Hilltop Staff and manager of Freshman Baseball Team; Lionel I.. Grant, member of Hilltop Staff and member of R. O. T. C. Band; James McCarther, member of football and basketball teams; Carlton B. Goodlett, publicity director of Kappa Sigma Debating Society, cheer leader, member of R. O. T. C. Band, track candidate, and treasurer of the Class of ’35. The Pledgees are: Carlton B. Goodlett President James L. Thompson Secretary and Journalist James McCarther Treasurer Kenneth B. Clark, Charles Adams. Harry R. Piersawl, Lionel L. Grant. Emmett Willis, and James S. Wise. One hundred taenty-threc 19 - B I S O N - 32 THE SPHINX CLUB rT,HE Sphinx Club is composed of pledgees to the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity. During A the past year, this club has sponsored numerous activities, both social and educational, all of which have been decided successes. They have woven themselves into the activities of the campus life, and in the various organizations of Howard University, they maintain a pro rata share of representation. Leroy Wallace Martin Sutler Jesse Reed John Pinkett Paul Perkins Thomas Reed OFFICERS Presidt nt ............................ V icc-Prcfidcnt ___________________________________Secretary ... — T reaftirer .......................... Sergeant-at-Armt Chaplain ROSTER Louis Aikcns Laynard Holloman Charles Holley Adolph Hopwood Frank Pinn Edward Plummer Arthur Pope Alexander Rivera John Ragbir One hundred twenty-four AUTOGRAPH 1 9 t B I S O N 3 2 One hundred twenty-seven One hundred twenty-eight The 1932 May Queen and Her Attendants 1 9 • B I S O N 32 SENIOR PROPHECY Dear Meestairc Sneed: My daughter and I have done our best with the Senior Class photographs which you sent to be prophesied. We broke five crystals on the first attempt and decided to use my daughter’s eyes for the rest. The first vision I received was marvelous! The most perfect specimen of manhood! Intelligence, honor, it”, strength, and character were mingled in his face. He appeared to be crushing rocks with a huge iron-headed club, which signifies that he will work hard for his State. At this point a misty light appeared in my daughter’s eyes, so that no more visions could be obtained. However, after delving into college annuals dating back twenty or more years, I am certain that these qualities, coupled with a pleasing personality, assure success! Yours prophetically, Madame Chemise. P. S.—My daughter is marriageable, and requests that you send the name and address of her eye’s vision. We have lost the identification, but perhaps you can recognize him by the above description. v v Dear Mrs. Chemise: Express my regrets to your daughter that I am not at the present time contemplating matrimony. I read your prophecy to the Senior Class and they seemed highly pleased. Modestly yours, W. Howard Sneed. The following telegrams were received by Madame Chemise: 1. Thanks stop tell daughter I’m not eligible stop.”—M. D. Booker. 2. Appreciations stop I never correspond with girls stop.”—A. Boswell. 3. I marvel at your powers of clairvoyancv stop my address is R. B. Stevens, Philadelphia, Pa., stop” STOP! 1 1 i SENIOR STATISTICS 23.9 Unbred 60 Vi 8.3 Republicans 98% 10 Democrats ... 2Zi 11 Mentally deficient 3% 101% Prof, suckers Il' z Seducers 99 44% Plain suckers 89% 1% 100% Tobacco Users: Free TKinlm 92% 75% 8% 75 2 Gentlemen - 2% 75% Typical Seniors 92% 91% Total 75 j Regular Class Attendcrs 9% 25% Theoretically Graduating 100% Rural Bred 15 � 2 Really Graduating -72% One hundred twenty-nine 19-BISON 32 THE MAKINGS OF AN IDEAL HOWARD MAN Mcrnl Booker’s gift of gab Paul Sinclair’s business ability James Cogg’s knowledge of parliamentary procedure Clarence Smith’s ability to toot the sax phone Bill Stansbury’s ability to play tennis Sal” Hall’s ability to make baskets Willie Cheyney’s ability- to do a quarter-mile Earl Ellis’ jolly disposition Bus Schank’s gift of one-arm driving George Jackson’s intellectual ability Mickey Syphax’s hair Jimmie Ward’s moustache Fred Minnis’ energy Howard Sneed’s ability to make friends Orris Walker’s appearance in his clothes Rusty” Stevens’ ability to look after the Paenie” girls Happy Robinson’s physique Arthur Boswells voice THE IDEAL HOWARD CO-ED Carrie Shaw’s personality Louise Pearson’s sex appeal Vera Brantley’s leadership Alice Durham’s disposition Grace Young’s eyes Esther Fairfax’s smile Mary Wade’s orginality Dorothy Green’s figure Willard Phillips’ height Violet Wright’s gracefulness Ruth Edward’s hair Cecil Nicholson's ability to wear clothes Radie Broome’s ability to tickle the ivories Madelaine Shipman’s interest in athletics Ethel Randolph's nonchalance Catherine Richardson’s crooning voice Selent Warren’s Southern drawl Bea Graves' intellectual ability Natalie Long’s ability to clown Grattina Lewis’ ability to trip the light fantastic A SENIOR’S LEGACY To Whom It May Concern: I cheerily reccmmend my old girl to any worthwhile undergraduate wanting a suitable dating companion for next year. She is a good looker, a good talker, and an excellent listener. She has nice morals, but she is not too good. She is a wonderful pedestrian; in fact, she will always say she prefers to walk, although she is not prejudiced against a car. She is a fairly light eater except on Sunday; it is advisable to eat table d’hote on the Sabbath. Above all, however, she is a woman of very deep emotions, which only you will be able fo arouse. My sole and simple reason for quitting her is that I am leaving school. Please treat her right. One hundred thirty 19-BISON 32 FINANCIAL REPORT To prove to the public that we are not as crooked as we seem, but in fac sight more so, we submit the following report to the tune of That’s Where tl Money Goes”: RECEIPTS Adding Degree to Trustees’ and Administrator’s Names 934.00 Hush Money from Senior Class 154.00 A. P. L. Contribution (for omitting Seniors who Drink) 2,008.00 Donated by Faculty (for Not Publishing Certain Things) 540.00 Advertisements ------------------------------------------ .25 Total 3,668.25 EXPENDITURES Hush Money to Janitor 45.00 Stationery, Pens. Pencils, etc. 460.00 Narcotics for Editor and Business Manager, to Prevent Nervous Breakdown - 985.00 Dances, Parties, Etc., for the Staff 500.00 Flowers, Candy, and Theatre Tickets for Staff Members’ Friends 400.00 To Photographer for Making Senior Pictures Better Looking Than the Seniors______________________________________ 270.00 Carfare for Editor and Business Manager .09 Total 3,660.09 Total Receipts_______________________________________ . 3,668.25 Total Expenditures 3,660.09 Balance____________________________________________ 8.16 Misappropriated or, rather, unaccounted for__ 8.10 Excess Profits_______________________________________ .06 This huge sum of six cents, which is the result of many weeks of weary labor, we gladly bequeath to next year’s Senior Class with the hope that it may inspire them to publish a Year Book almost as good as ours. The Staff. One hundred thirty-one 19- B I S O N 32 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT The task of editing a college annual is a tedious and exacting one. It is a physical impossibility for the staff to build the book alone. Therefore, we wish to express our deepest feeling of gratitude and appreciation to our photographer, Mr. Scurlock, and to the H. G. Roebuck Printing Company, Baltimore, Maryland, for their hearty cooperation and assistance in building this book. We also thank those students and members of the faculty—in particular President Johnson, Professor Ralph Bunch, and the Faculty Committee on Student Activities—who have so willingly given their aid and support. The Staff One hundred thirty-two 1 9 • B I S O N 32 OUR PATRONS President Mokdi-.cai Johnson Professor Frank Coleman 1)k. Francis Scmxkr Dr. Max Mkenes Professor Ralph Hi’nciik Professor Gustav Aczf.nm: Dr. M. A. Raines Miss Ki.aink Tancil Professor Charles Ki rch Mr. James Rrowning Mr. Frederick Watts Mr. Lons IIansrorougii Mr. Greene Maxwell Mr. Emmett Dorset Mr. Jesse Lewis Mr. John Riley One hundred thirty-three One hundred thirty-four 1 9 • B I S O N 32 ADDRESS OF PRESIDENT HOOVER AT THE COM-MENCEMENT EXERCISES OF HOWARD UNIVERSITY, WASHINGTON, D. C., FRIDAY, JUNE 10, 1932. IT is an inspiration to come into this great institution of higher education for the Negro race. Nothing that the Federal Government has done reflects more credit upon it for the meeting of an obligation than this institution to bring to a great segment of our population the means of overcoming a handicap for which they were not responsible and of leveling upward for them an equal opportunity to share in the full measure of citizenship with their brethren of other races. It is vital in a democracy that the public opinion upon which it rests shall be an informed and educated opinion. Tire Negro race comprises ten percent of our population, and unless this ren percent is developed proportionately with the rest of the population, it cannot pull its proper strength at the oars of our pressing problems of democracy. To provide this development requires trained leadership, and I conceive that to be the function of Howard University. You are providing here professional training in all those fields to which the community naturally looks for leadership—religion, law, medicine, education, science, art. You are providing this professional training to men and women of the colored race, to your own best talents, your own leaders by natural endowment. Through the instruction which they receive here, your natural leaders become trained leaders; and this training is of the same kinds and of equal efficiency with that which is provided for the natural leaders of the white race. By this stream of the national life, sharing in the obligation and opportunity for political service, for economic advancement, for educational development of the individual, and for enjoyment of all the benefits of science and art and general culture, icluding skilled medical service, more beautiful home surroundings and a share in the intellectual progress of mankind. These things arc the natural right of the citizens of a republic. The Federal Government has nobly acknowledged its duty to provide them here. I congratulate the graduating class upon completing their studies with credit, and I congratulate the Negro race upon your efforts to prepare yourselves for leadership in their development. I wish you well in your careers upon which you now embark. 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B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, and B.S. in Home Economic . SCHOOL OF MUSIC: Mus B., and B.S.M. GRADUATE DIVISION: M A. and MS SCHOOL OF RELIGION: B.Th., and B.D. SCHOOL OF LAW: LL.B. COLLEGE OF MEDICINE: M.D. COLLEGE OF DENTISTRY: D.DS. COLIJiGE OF PHARMACY: Phar.C., and BS. in Pharmacy. Ill SPECIAL FEATURE All Schools and Colleges Operate on the Quarter System Students may register for full credit at the beginning of any quarter in any school or college except Medicine, Dentistry, Pharmacy, and Law, in which new students must enter at the beginning of the Autumn Quarter. Registration Rates : AUTUMN QUARTER WINTER QUARTER SPRING QUART! K SUMMER SESSION For Further Information Write October 3, 1932 January 4. 1933 ----- March 22. 1933 July 1, 1933 T IIE R E G I S T R A R Howard University : : : : Washington, D. C. AUTOGRAPHS H. G. ROEBUCK SON Quality Printing BALTIMORE ox