Lebanon Valley College - Quittapahilla Yearbook (Annville, PA)

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Dr. L. G. Bailey presents the facts of psychology with a slight southern accent. No thumbnail sketch of the pro- fessor of psychology would be complete if mention of his hypnotic powers, his two sons, and his true-false tests were neglected. Edward M. Balsbaugh, assistant professor of education, is one of the fairly recent additions to the faculty. College duties outside the classroom include the directing of the Placement Bureau and the secretaryship of the Alumni Association. By dealing with essentials instead of verbose details, in practice he approaches the limit defined by the concept of the ideal teacher which he advances in theory. Dr. Andrew Bender ' s frequently expressed desire, Oh! If we could but get inside of an atom to see how it is made, typifies his genuine enthusiasm for chemistry, which department is in no small way indebted to him for its development. Mrs. Ruth Engle Bender, professor of piano, finds many opportunities a day to use her favorite expression, Now then, let ' s try a few scales. Friends, students, and visiting artists, whom she frequently entertains, all testify to the charm that makes her an excellent hostess. Dr. Amos H. Black is the likable exponent of mathematics at L. V. C. His chapel speeches are among those least frowned upon by the 8:55 assemblage. He is frequently selected to act as chaperon at the college dances, not alone because of his willingness to act in that capacity, but even more because his obvious enjoyment adds to the fun of all. Dr. R. R. Butterwick, emeritus professor of philosophy and religion, may be seen revisiting the campus almost any sunny afternoon. His humor and broad-mindedness endear him to all, especially to those students who were fortunate enough to have had him as a teacher. P. Porter Campbell, professor of organ, was a pupil of the world-famous Pietro A. Yon. This association has made him very engrossed in his work, and he spends many hours practicing at the organ. D. Clark Carmean has the dubious honor of being proctor of the Men ' s Dormitory. And as if that weren ' t a sufficiently large problem for one man, he is also professor of band and orchestra instruments and a supervisor of the music practice teaching at Hershey. Still, he finds time for varied outside interests, among which cameras and dogs are most familiar to Lebanon Valley students. Alexander Crawford, professor of voice, teaches on the basis that if a person wills to do a thing, he can do it. He is a favorite with his students both as an effective teacher and as a fine man. Dr. Samuel H. Derickson, head of the biology department and proponent of hard work, is a true friend of his many students. An unfortunate illness recently kept him from meeting his classes for lectures. During his confinement an intelligent exercising of remote control and the respectful cooperation of those enrolled in his courses maintained class and laboratory work at practically their usual level. It has been said that the high-powered binoculars which he dis- tributed for nature study are a boon to mankind. 12

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Dean A. H. M. Stonecipher Miss Mary E. Gillespie Dr. Stonecipher, tall of stature and dignified of mien, is a just and firm dean. He is not, however, half so stern as would seem to be indicated by his office or his scholarly appearance. As a teacher of Latin and Latin literature, he is very thorough and patient. A familiar classroom trait is the habit of balancing his glasses on his slender and tapering forefinger. In the spring Dean Stonecipher, a tennis enthusiast, becomes a familiar figure on the faculty playing court. This year he has been engaged in special efforts to set up an advanced and more democratic system of student self-government and to improve the chapel atten- dance and conduct. Miss Gillespie, supervisor of the Conservatory of Music, is also social dean of women and hostess of North Hall. In addition to the numerous duties associated with these offices, she also teaches several classes in methods of teaching music and one in the history of music. Outside interests include travel, opera, and the collecting of old glass. Of all the many significant events that she witnessed in Europe this past summer, she was perhaps most impressed by the celebration of the fall of the Bastille in Paris. As a woman. Miss Gillespie is attractive and gracious; as a teacher she is impartial and understanding. 11

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Merl Freeland, professor of piano for the last two years, is an accomplished concert pianist. His definite sense of humor, his whimsical smile, and his collegiate arrangement of Ar- kansas Traveler make him a popular figure on the campus and concert platform alike. Jerome W. Frock, better known as Jerry, is the coach of the Flying Dutchmen of the gridiron and the freshman basket- ball team as well as director of physical education for men. With the exception of the inevitably necessary appearances during football season, Jerry is seldom seen in public. Christian R. Gingrich waxes enthusiastic whenever any social problem is concerned. Experiences from his legal practice provide a limitless source of illustrative material for political science and sociology lectures. One class period was enlivened not a little bit by the appearance of a hobo. This peripatetic individual for some time after leaving Annville faithfully kept a diary of his colorful wanderings which he submitted to Chris. Mrs. Mary C. Green, professor of French and one of the most attractive members of the faculty, acquired her complete mastery of that language by virtue of an extended stay in Paris from 1901-1914. The severest test of her kindliness is the assortment of answers received in reply to her queries about the weather and the date which usually preface the hour ' s work. Samuel O. Grimm fills the position of registrar of the college and in addition teaches a number of more or less allied subjects which include astronomy, mathematics, physics, and aviation. He has an almost inexhaustible supply of knowledge in all subjects. Although his tests are reputed to be very difficult, he always gives the students the benefit of the doubt. Esther Henderson, director of women ' s physical education, is very well liked by all of her girls. Showing enthusiasm for her work. Miss Henderson has accomplished wonders in women ' s athletics and May Day presentations since her arrival at L. V. C. Dr. Lena Louise Lietzau, professor of German, is also proctor of West Hall. As a result of her instigation, regular Sunday evening teas are now a feature of that particular dormitory ' s social life. Incidentally, the aromas which emanate from her room put the dining-hall to shame. Dr. V. Earl Light, assistant professor of biology, once each year delights his assistants ' hearts and stomachs with an in- vitation to an excellent home-cooked meal. He has a well- balanced sense of humor — ask the group of fellows with whom he was laughing the ot her day. But he looks upon anything that resembles monkey business with a fo ceful disfavor. Harold Malsh, professor of violin, has just marked his fifteenth anniversary as a teacher in the Conservatory of Music. On campus only two days a week, he gives instruction to an amazing number of students in that short space of time. Professor Malsh is an accomplished concert violinist, having a keen ear and perfect pitch. Frederic Miller, professor of history, is another cub member of the faculty this year. Outside of the classroom he en- courages further interest and research in history by acting in an advisory capacity for the International Relations Club. Fritz apparently likes Annville, for he has just moved into that new home located across from the athletic field. 13