Indiana State University - Sycamore Yearbook (Terre Haute, IN)

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16 members who have returned are: Elsie Downs, Louise Harris, Hazel B. Neal, Thirza Parker, and Zoe Bodenhafer. Misses Kate V. Black, Nelle Broadhurst, Ethel Irene Carr, and M. Hazel Neill, of the erst Terre Haute schools, will also be active members. Wednesday afternoon, October 11, the Pi Zeta girls entertained with 1a luncheon at the home of Miss Thirza Parker, of North Fifth street. On Saturday, October 14, the Pi Zetas enter- tained several guests with a theater party. Luncheon was served later at the Rose. V PSI THETA. The Psi Theta Chapter gave their first rush- ing party on Thursday evening, October 5, at the home of their leader, Blanche H. J Ohnson, V the Rose. THE NORMAL ADVANCE 2002 North Eleventh street. The main feature of the evening was the marshmallow toast. A matinee party was given 011 Thursday afternoon, October 12, followed by luncheon at The members present were Madge O,Haver, Erba Hinkson, Blanche. J ohnson, Esther Norris and Edna Newman. They had as their guests Maude Rhodes, Rachel Me- Nown, Ruby Martin, Anna NIonninger and Margaret Underwood. On Saturday, October 14, an afternoon party was given by the chapter at the home of Madge O,Haver, 1940 Nbrth Eleventh street. Con- tests and music were indulged in, after which a three course luncheon was served. The chap- ter had as its guests the Misses Clara Shanks, Anna Monninger, NIaude Rhodes and Rachel MeNown. LITERARY The Alethenai Literary Society met on Sat- urday morning, October 7, and reorganized for the term. The following OfIicers were elected: PresidentyMiss Burkett. Vice-President4Miss Applegate. SecretarymMiss MeCorkle. Treasurere-Miss Davis. Parliamentarian4Miss Parker. The society expects to do its usual solid work along the lines followed last year, adding whatever of worth new members and new in- terests may suggest. On Wednesday evening, October 11, the Alethenai gave an informal 6 036104 dinner at the City Y. W. C. A. parlors. The dining- room was artistically decorated in pennants, and the table presented a charming pictviru-e with its garnishings 0f ferns and flowers. The place cards were the work of Miss Lottie Day and Miss Claire Applegate. The favors were white carnations. The hostesses were the Misses Eva Davis, Helen Crane, Belva Mc- Corkle, Claire Applegate, Lottie Day, Zelpha Burkett and Thirza Parker. The guests were: Zoe Bodenhafer, Edith Gray, Corinne Rislag and Ruth Alexander. 01 0E E ON! AN. The Ciceronian Debating Society organized - this fall with but three old men in school. These to start the work are Brinton, Grose and Shaw. Ciceronian camp, an annual feature, of Cieeronian life, was held on the grounds here- tofore used, 011 White river, four miles south 0f Sanbourn in Knox county. Those present were Cain, Haigerty, Cullins, Schorling, Reeves and Shaw. Mrs. William Reeves Vis-

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THE NORMAL ADVANCE K A PPA K21 PPA . October 7 Misses Corinne Rielag and Eva Davis were hostesses t0 the Kappa Kappa Sorority and a number of friends. The affair was in the form of a rarebit party with Miss Davis presiding at the Chafing dish. On October 11 the girls spent a very pleas- ant evening with Miss .Mildred Butler at 1701 North Ninth street, toasting marshmallows. Miss Lydia Grabbe, who is principal of the VVaveland High School, spent Sunday, Octo- ber 8, Visiting with the members of the soror- ity. Miss Naomi Lane, 0f Vineennes, will spend the week-end with Miss Zelpha Burkett. Miss Lane is supervisor of music in the Freeland- Ville schools. Miss Esther VVesthrook Visited Bliss Blanche Truebleed, Sunday, October 22. LLAMABADA . The Llamaradas enjoyed a very delightful Athree course dinner October 7 , at 517 North Sixth street. They also had a theater party October 21 at the Grand and saw giMademe Sherry? Those in this term are Lottie Day, Fern Colglazier, Esther Seules, Hazel XVoollen and Edith Gray. The new pledges are Jane James, of Richmond, Harriet WVooilen and Gina Brown, of Terre Haute, and Masie Lott, of Richmond. JIYOSOTIS. The Myosotis Chapter gave an afternoon party at the home of Miss Letitia Ferree, 1900 North Tenth street. Halloween decorations prevailed. A two course luncheon was served. Miss Esther Neukom was hostess for :1 din- ner party for the hiyosotis girls and their guests October 14. No new members have been pledged. M U ZETAS. The Mu Zeta Chapter enjoyed a marshmal- low toast at 521 North Fifth street, Thursday 15 evening, October 12, with Misses Mabel Mar- shall, Jessie Sigler and Lucy Applegate aete ing as hostesses. The Misses Amy Stirling, Sylva VVOOd, Ethel Miller, May Zinck, Edith Pangburn, Ollie Dix, Mabel Gossman and Gere trude Probert were the guests of the Chapterm Miss Mabel Gossman entertained the Mu Zetas at her home, 1563 F ifth avenue, Satur- day, October 141. After a pleasant afternoon during which several impromptu musical num- bers were given, a delicious lunch was served. The following new girls have been pledged: Misses Gladys Bottsford, Sylva W 0001, Ger- trude Probert, Ollie Dix, Bliay Zinck, Ethel Miller and Edith Pangburn. OMEGAS. The Omega Chapter met October 7 at the home of Miss Hazel Davis, 319 Grilbert avenue, to reorganize for the year. The following ofiie eers were elected: bliss Mildred Flaherty, leader; Hazel Davis, treasurer; Edna Lloyd, secretary. Plans for coming social aifairs were also made. On Saturday afternoon, October 14, the see- tien entertained several guests at the home of the Blisses Mary and B'Tildred Flaherty, 119 South Thirteenth street. Bliss Birdenia Ben- nett gave a reading, and some of the other members furnished a short musical program. Progressive story-telling and dancing were feae t-ures 0f the afternoon. A two course luncheon was served. Those present were Edna Lloyd, Birdenia Bennett, Margaret Kilroy, Hazel Davis, NIarie Grese, BIary Richards, Elleif Davis, Grace Stokes and Blary and hrlildred Flaherty. Probably the most enjoyable 0f the chapterk fall social affairs will be the Halloween hop to be given October 28. The girls are looking forward to this with a great deal of pleasur: able anticipation. PI ZETA.. The Pi Zeta section has reorganized with prospects for a very successful year. The Old

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THE NORMAL ADVANCE ited much at camp. Mr. Sehorlingls cousin was in camp from Thursday evening until Sunday morning. With the exception of Friday evening, when a severe wind and electrical storm passed over, the weather was beautiful. Although there was a storm on Friday even- ing and weather conditions were threatening, Visiting day was held Saturday, September 9. About thirty Visitors were there. All enjoyed themselves and hoped to be present next year. A number of the members who intended to go were prevented, due to the fact that their schools were in session. The date for camp for next year will probably be the last week of Au- gust, and it is hoped this change will make it more convenient for many to attend. FORUM NOTES. The eighth year of The Forum was started Saturday morning, October 7. It found Messrs. Scudder, Barker, Burget, Mahan and Thompson present and ready for work. The other members of last year were greatly missed, but all present united in wishing them a suc- cessful year. Three of the fellows went out as superin- tendents: Mr. Curry at Westville, Mr. Gifford at Kingman, and Mr. Troth at Kempton. Four are high school principals: Mr. Wood at VVin- gate, Mr. Hillis at Thorntown, Mr. Mackell at Montgomery, and Mr. Davis at Mooresville. The others who are teaching are: Mr. Asher, manual training at South Bend, XVashington, Mr. Jared, head of physics in the Lafayette high school, lur. Senyour, township high school near Brookville, Eh: Pike, English in the Plainheld High School7 Mr. Bryce, ward 1'7 principal in Martinsville, and Mr. Asbury, de- partmental work in Richmond. Although the number in school is small, sev- eral good men have been found already. The annual Halloween banquet will be given as in the past. The graduate members of The Forum will give a dance at Indianapolis 011 December 28, 1911, during the week of the State Teachers7 Association. THE NORMAL ORCHESTRA. This is an organization of semi-professional players which was organized by Prof. Berne, of the Normal High School. Mr. Berne last year directed the Normal Band, which was a success from the standpoint of a bandman. Al- though the idea of an orchestra is new, a great deal can be accomplished. The members are: Miss Gladys Rippetoe, piano; Miss Jeanette Lewis, violin; Mr. Swango, trombone; Mr. Miller, flute; Mr. VanCleave, drums; Mr. VVeisner, clarionet; Mr. Berne, cornet. With these members, the orchestra can be made an organization of credit to I. S. N. THE GERMAN CLUB. The German Club held the first meeting of the term on October 11 in the association rooms. After the enrollment of the members, German songs were sung. The officers for this term are Miss VVelte, president; Mr. Clogston, Vice-president, and Miss Barbour, secretary. WVeelnesolaya October 18, the Club again as- sembled. The members were entertained by special selections on the Violin and piano. The club meets every Wednesday, and all students of German are invited.