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

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18 THE NORMAL ADVANCE Y. M. and Y. W. C. A. Y. M. 0. A. The Y. 1W. C. A. is beginning another yearls work which promises to bring great success. The committees have their work in fairly good shape. The cabinet held its first meeting on October 11, in the Y. M. C. A. room in the new library building. The association rooms in the main building have been redecorated and fur- nish a very pleasant place for the regular de- votional meetings. The new hand book has been distributed to the men of the school. The effort has been to furnish one to every man who is in school this term. The association urges the men of the school to patronize the merchants and other business men of the city who have advertised in the hand book. Mr. John Eddy was the editor of the hand book. Mr. William Bird, as chairman, has an- nounced the work of the Bible study commit- tee. Several classes of Bible study have been formed. Young men who have not yet en- rolled in one of these classes should do so at once. The association held its first meeting on Oc- tober 3. President Parsons spoke. He gave a very encouraging talk to the large number of men who gathered to hear him. OntOctober 10 Dr. Rettger addressed the men. On October 17, Rev. Parker, of the First Baptist Church of the city, favored the men with a splendid talk. The regular devotional meetings are held each Tuesday afternoon at 3 :30 in the associa- tion rooms. The aim of these meetings is to exert a definite Christian influence upon the men of the school. All men of the school are urged to attend these meetings regularly and to co-operate with the officers of the associa- tion in carrying out its work in the school. A joint meeting with the Y. M. C. A. has been ar- ranged and will take place soon. The annual state convention which was held at Vincennes last year will be held at Andern son this year. The association hopes to send a good delegation. The joint reception of the Y. M. C. A. and Y. W. C. A. for new students was given Octoe ber 6. This was one of the best social affairs which the associations have had. The greater part Of the faculty and the student body was present. The cabinet consists of the following: PresidentwAlfred S. Byers. Vice-PresidenteJohn M. Eddy. SecretaryeJames Standley. TreasurereLee V. Brinton. Chairmen of CommitteesseMembership, Basil Trueblood; Bible Study, William D. Bird; Employment, Joseph Strickler; Social, John M. Eddy; Religious Meeting, Waldo F. Mitchell; Visiting, Claude McFarland. THE YOUNG WOMANKSV CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION. The Young VVOfrnanas Christian Association of the Indiana State Normal School endeavors to carry out the general plan of the National Organization. That is, the Y. W. C. A. of this school is an organization which purposes to promote a spirit of loyalty and good Chris- tian fellowship between the girls of the school. The regular weekly meetings are held in the association room of the Normal building at. 3:30 each Tuesday afternoon. So far they have been well attended, and it is the purpose to make each meeting as interesting as possible for the girls. Talks on live subjects of the .day will be given by faculty members and other speakers. On Thursday evenings at short social hour is held at the Y. W. C. A. house at 428 North Center street immediately following the evening meal.

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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.

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THE NORMAL ADVANCE 19 The various churches have started Normal Bible study classes in order that systematic Bible study may be carried on by the young women in the church of their preference. Every girl in the school is eligible to membership in the Mission Study Class, which will soon be or- ganized. The association purposes to promote the so- cial life of the school by monthly socials, to which all young women are cordially invited. The joint associations, Y. M. and Y. W. C. A. gave their usual xterm reception in the associa- tion room the first Friday evening of the term. Y. W. C. A. cabinet: PresidenteMay Malott. Viee-PresidentuDeleres Brown. SecretaryeLotta Day. Treasurer-Eula hIcEwan. Chairman of Social Committee-Eva Davis. Chairman of Religious Meeting Committee eGladys Davies. Chairman of Calling CommitteeeE dna Newman. Chairman of Intercollegiate Committee-a Carrie Gowen. Bible StudyelVIargaret Hardy. Mission StudyelVIary Howard. CLASSES THE SOPHOMORE CLASS. The Sophomore Class convened 011 October 16 for the first time this term and elected a good list of officers. Mr. Kenneth Mitchell was elected president of the class. Mr. A. 'VV. Fish; back was elected vice-president; Miss Harriet DeLay secretary, and Mr. Raymond Rightsell, treasurer. The Messrs. Wendell Wright and Mearl Cop- pack were appointed to represent the Sopho- more class at the Oratorical League. The Oiliees, ADVANCE editor, ADVANCE representa- tive and athletic manager, were left vacant for the time being, as suitable persons were not known for the situations. Of course the presi- dent will fill these places until they are per- manently filled. The Misses Gladys Rippetoe, Agnes Little and Lucia St. Clair were appointed as a proe gram committee to Arrange for entertainment at the regular meetings. Another meeting was held Friday evening, October 20, at 7:30, and will be held every two weeks in the music room from then on. The Sophomores wish to welcome everyone. The Sophomores form a large number for the fall term number. They seem to be ex- ceedingly bright and lively. They undoubt- edly Will make a grand showing for I. S. N. S. It is also evident that they will have a good name spread abroad soon. The Sophomore class seems to be organizing and taking part in a courageous manner, and will be the ttwell-knownl, class regardless of their small experiences. At present we are counting upon the Sophomores for material on every side, especially athletically. Let every- body keep looking wt the good reports which the Sophomores are going to cause spread abroad. COLLEGE 00 URSE. The College Course Students held their first business meeting XVednesday, October 181 and elected the following ochers: PresidenteMr. Waldo Mitchell. Vice-PresidenteMr. Lee Brinton . SecretaryeMiss Zelpha Burkett. Treasurer'Mr. J 0e Strickler.