Louisiana Polytechnic Institute - Lagniappe Yearbook (Ruston, LA)

Text from Pages 1 - 150 of the 1922 volume:

% I _ libris BENSON h orewvra When weary and scarred by life’s conflicts, may this Nineteen Hundred Twenty-Two Lagn- iappe, by leading you back to the sweetest milestone in the journey of life, the happy, care-free col¬ lege days, be a link to weld the chain of your past and present. If it can give you fond remem¬ brances of the many friends you have known so well, and can keep alive in your hearts the clear notes of loyalty to your Alma Mater, we shall feel that our efforts have not been in vain. Editor-in-Chief. MR. G. O. THATCHER UJ L s imimsE In Loving Memory of Our Friend and Former Teacher MR. J. G. RAY His life was wholly dedicated to the welfare of others. He was more than teacher, he was friend and adviser, and his ever present smile was one of encouragement. Those who knew him truly say as they bow their heads, “The world is better for his having lived.” 1 £ 13 14 4 MR. J. E. KEENY Our President 16 4 Mrs. Stella Kidd, Mr. Harry Howard, Miss Helena Ryland, Mr. T. A. Green, Miss Louesa K. Keys, Mr. H. D. Wilson, Miss Kathleen Graham, Mr. G. O. Thatcher, Mrs. Lillian Henry. 17 Mrs. Ruby Pearce, Mr. S. J. Robinette, Miss Helen Graham, Mr. J. L. Hutcheson, Miss Mary A. Larche, Mr. R. E. Swindler, Mrs. Lena Hutcheson, Mr. E. S. Jenkins, Miss Glada B. Walker. 18 Mr. V. S. Pugh, Miss Maude Harper, Mr. R. F. Clark, Miss Hallie Varnedoe, Mr. R. L. Reese, Miss Elizabeth Johnston, Mr. W. B. Hale, Miss Leslie Carter, Mr. A. E. Phillips. tr 19 Mrs. Mary C. Wilmore, Miss Mabel Gregg, Mr. H. D. McMurtray, Mr. W. L. Mitchell, Mr. Frank W. Wilmore, Mr. N. H. Brown, Mr. R. J. Smith, Miss Floy Edwards, Mr. W. H. Fi. Newell, Miss Elizabeth Trousdale. 20 23 Senior Class Harold W. Broadwell, B.S. RUSTON, LOUISIANA Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Course Entered, ’17; %. A. K, Fraternity; Treasurer Cap and Gown Club, ’22; President Senior Class, ’22; Lagniappe Staff, ' 22. One can not say enough good things about Harold. Be¬ sides being the best looking boy in school he is one of the jolliest and most dependable at L. P. I. Everyone who knows him loves him, and the whole town of Ruston as well as his friends at L. P. I. give him up with deep regret as he goes to Pennsylvania to work. “Though you may not see, you’ll know that he is near When a peal of happy laughter rings out upon your ear. In class or on the campus at any time of day If you hear the sound of laughter, he can’t be far away.’’ Dorothy L. Nixon, B.S. CROWLEY, LOUISIANA Pedagogy Course Entered, T9; Orchestra. ’20; Junior Class Musician, ’21; Secretary of the Cap and Gown Club, ’22; Cor¬ responding Secretary of the Wesley Bible Class, ’20; Secretary of the Wesley Bible Class, ’21; Associate Editor Lagniappe, ’22; Secretary of the Cap and Gown Club Alumni, ’22. We cannot hear the name of Dorothy without seeing a smiling and happy face, which all are glad to see, for who is better loved among her classmates than she? Behind this happy smile is the determination and the ability to make good. Just watch her as she enters the game of life and fills a place which has never been filled before. “I would love infinitely, and be loved.” Herman Z. Thomas, B.S. HEFLIN, LOUISIANA Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Course Entered, T7; L. P. I. Band, ’17-’21; Lieutenant R. O. T. C., TS-’20; Y. M. C. A., ’17-’22; Cap and Gown Club, ’22; Lagniappe Staff, ’22; A. O. Fraternity, ’21-’2 I 2; Treasurer Senior Class, ’22. Herman does not go around tooting his own horn, because it is not necessary. One look at “Tom” is enough to assure one that he is a worthy son of L. P. I. He is an earnest worker, and is always ready to lend a helping hand. The best wishes of his friends go with him as he leaves his Alma Mater for his place in the school of life. “Whate’er he did was done with so much ease. In him alone, ’twas natural to please.” 24 Senior Class Frances E. Wilson, B.S. RUSTON, LOUISIANA Pedagogy Course Entered, ’16; Re-entered, 21; Orchestra, ’16-’22; Class Representative, ’20; Chorus, ’16-’22; Secretary Junior Class, ’20; Cap and Gown Club, ’21-’22; Editor-in-Chief Lagniappe, ’22. Frances is one girl in a thousand, and to know her well is a privilege. All who know her love her and marvel at her ability to “do things.” Whether it is keeping house, writing an English paper for Miss Johnson, editing an annual or making sandwiches for a picnic, Frances knows just how the thing should be done and does it well—always. “And mistress of herself, though China fall.’’ H. Ben Batchelor, B.S. RINGGOLD, LOUISIANA Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Entered, ’18; A. O. Fraternity, ' 21; President Junior Class, ’21; President of Y. M. C. A., ’ 21; Cap and Gown Club ’21-’22; Lagniappe Staff, ’22. “Tony” has the happy faculty of playing a leading role in the drama “making the world a happier place,” and yet keeping himself in the background. But even his modesty and declarations of “density” cannot hide his natural ability and perfect gentlemanliness. “A friend, a gentleman, what more can we say?’’ Corinne Kendall, B.S. RUSTON, LOUISIANA Home Economics Course Entered, ’17; Re-entered, ’21; Treasurer Junior Class, ’20; President Cap and Gown Club, ’21; Farmer and Farmerette Society, ’22; Reporter Cap and Gown Club, ’22; Lagniappe Staff, ' 22. Corinne is one of the valuable members of the Senior Class. She is ever ready to help in any activity, for she has caught the true spiri t of the school. We hate to lose our kind and gentle yet jolly friend, but we realize that she has even greater things to do than she has done, and our sincerest good wishes go with her. “Heart on her lips, and soul within her eyes, Soft as her clime and sunny as her skies.’’ 25 Senior Class Jefferson E. Kidd, B.S. RUSTON, LOUISIANA Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Entered, ’17; Captain R. O. T. C., ’1S-’19; Z. A. K. Fraternity; L. P. I. Band, ’17-’21; Varsity Baseball, 21; Orchestra, ' 20; Second Team Football. ’22; Class Representative, ’21; Reporter Cap and Gown Club, ”22; Secretary Senior Class, ’22. If any situation is too complex for Jeff we are yet to discover it. In every phase of student activity Jeff takes a part, be it athletic, literary, musical or social. Watch him as he goes through life. We predict that nothing will be too great for him to overcome, unless, perhaps, an unruly maiden. ‘‘He knows what’s what, and that’s as high As metaphysic wit can fly.” Norma Jeane McDonald, B.S. RUSTON, LOUISIANA Home Economics Course Entered, ’17; Vice-President Junior Class, ’21; Social Editor Lagniappe, ’22; Farmer and Farmerette Society, ’22; Secretary Cap and Gown Club, ’22. Where could we find a girl who e jolly and congenial ways have won more friends? She has scattered sun¬ shine along the path which she has traveled, and none of us will worry about her future as long as she retains her kind and friendly disposition. ‘‘A blytlie heart makes a blooming visage.” Charles W. Montgomery, B.S. DANVILLE, ARKANSAS Business C ourse Entered, January, ’22; Cap and Gown Club, ’22; Var¬ sity Baseball, ’22. Although “Dinty ’ has been with us only a very short time he has established himself firmly in the hearts and minds of his fellow students. He is so willing to take part in any activity which pertains to our school that we feel we shall miss him—and his smile sorely when his school days with us are ended. ‘‘The cheerful grin will let you in, where the knocker is never known.” 26 Senior Class Rose Virginia Lawrence RUSTON, LOUISIANA Home Economics Course Entered. ’17; Vice-President Cap and Gown Club, ’22; Lagniappe Staff, ’22; Treasurer Cap and Gown Club ’22. “Actions, words, looks, steps, form the alphabet by which you may spell character.” John Rudolph Holman ALEXANDRIA, LOUISIANA Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Course Entered, ’18; Z. A. K. Fraternity; Football, ’21; Cap and Gown Club, ’22; Lagniappe Staff, ’22. “There is sometimes much in little.” Thelma Moore RUSTON, LOUISIANA Business Course Entered, ’19; Cap and Gown Club, ’22; Lagniappe Editor, ’22. “She has a heart to resolve, a head to contrive, and a hand to execute.” 27 yfflwimimimw Senior Class Mary C. Wilson RUSTON, LOUISIANA Pedagogy Course Entered, 16; Re-entered, ’22; Orchestra, ’16-’22; Chorus, � ’ 16-’22; Junior Class Musician, ’20; Lagniappe Staff, ’22; Vice-President Cap and Gown Club, ’22. “She knows how to do things and she does them.’’ Robert L. Seegers HAYNESVILLE, LOUISIANA Mechanical and Electrical Engineering Course Entered. ’19; President Y. M. C. A., ’20 and ’22; Pres¬ ident Junior Class. ’21; Varsity Football. ’19-’20-’21; Basketball, ’20-’21; Assistant Business Manager Lagniappe, ’22; A. O. Fraternity; President Cap and Gown Club, ’22; Student Instructor, ' 22. “He well deserves his popularity.” Mrs. M. A. Price, Sr. RUSTON, LOUISIANA Pedagogy Course Entered, ’22. “Long may we search before we find A heart so gentle and so kind.” 28 Senior Class Wayne Alexander Spinks MEMPHIS, TENNESSEE Mechanical and Electrical Enginering Course Entered, ’17; Re-entered, ’21; First Lieutenant R. O. T. C.; President Wesley Bible Class, 19; Y. M. C. A. Cabinet, ’22; Cheer Leader, ’21; Instructor in Gym¬ nastics, ’22; Studpnt Instructor, ’22; Business Man¬ ager Lagniappe, ’22; Cap and Gown Club, ’22. “Common sense in an uncommon degree is what the world calls wisdom.’’ Katherine Irby RUSTON, LOUISIANA Pedagogy Course Entered. 18; Junior Class Poet, ’21; Reporter Cap and Gown Club, ’22; Lagniappe Staff, ’22. “With her whole heart’s welcome in her smile.” 29 The Senior Class HE Class of Nineteen Twenty-two began its college career while the war clouds were still hovering over our land. Though then only freshmen, we were ready to serve loyally, and a large per cent of our boys were enrolled in the Re¬ serve Officers’ Training Corps. Our class was large then, and all had hopes of reaching the top of the long and difficult ladder, but soon some lacked determination and others became weary as they continued the flight. Gradually they fell from the ranks, but as they fell we became stronger. Our love and loyalty for class and Alma Mater were rekindled as each new height was attained. Rapidly we came into our own, and as juniors we began to reap our rewards. Honors we had long sought for now were ours, or just ahead. And today we are completing the last step which ends the climb. How proudly we stand at the top and realize we are “the survival of the fittest.’’ Though now few in number, we are prepared to go into the world with the same determination to make good that has carried us to the top as seniors. We have attained the goal, and soon we must depart, each going his way. But the pleasure we have longed for is not ours. As if awakened from a dream, we realize that we love our school and work as we had never thought possible, and it is not with a sigh of relief, but with one of regret, that we depart one from another, to find our places in the world. 30 The Fortune Teller Would you turn the wheel of fortune? Shall your fate be read in tea? Do you wish your future actions To be pointed out to thee? Step right in, the fire is burning. And the cauldron s bubbling hard. I shall turn the world years forward. Nothing can my power retard. Ah, the genius is coming! Hear him now reveal your fate. “Frances, president of women’s Clubs, will be in her home state. Jefferson, a brilliant comet Shall be called Kidd after you. Rose, the foremost Paris ladies Will dress as you tell them to. Making photographs in color Will bring Rudolph s cash and fame. While the writing of a novel Will establish Katherine’s name. Robert will an earnest preacher Be, in far away Korea. Norma will be leading lady In the feature film “O Dear!” As a teacher of typewriting Thelma stays at Polytech. Wayne, as live-wire politician. Has not changed a single speck. Mistress Price will be a teacher In old Poly’s training school, Dinty M. as singing master Will teach “Bull-frog in the Pool.” Dorothy will fiddle music Over footlights bright and dim. Ben, the merchant, will a lady Find, to “Batch through life with him.” Mary will be supervisor Of a city children ' s park. Harold, millionaire mechanic. Shall perfect a mighty soark. Corinne shall be benefactrix Of a model poodle farm. Herman with his patent fly swat Will be after every swarm. Would you like for me to tell you More before we say good-bye? Senior folk, your whole good fortune Is—you’ll live until you die. M. E. N. 31 Impressions ’Tis a great thing to have and to take. As from Louisiana Tech we depart. The wonderful thought of those riches We have gained both in mind and in heart. Alma Mater, we owe you great homage. And with hearts that are earnest and true We wish you to know that we’re grateful, And will strive always great things to do. You have given to each preparation For his part in life’s greatest game, And should one fail with honor to play, He has only himself he can blame. For each teacher along with his knowledge. As he taught us aside from the book. Endeavored to instill greater lessons And to guide us to life’s best outlook. That the path over which we shall travel May be brightened with higher ideals. And the evils of dishonor we’ll ravel With contempt, which the stronger one feels. Dear old Tech, you have given us knowledge Of a better, and right way to live. Education which we have acquired Has now made us desire that we give— That we give to the each that we know A great part of our own heresy, Just to brighten their hearts as they go, With a smile or a word of good cheer. We do want to succeed in the sense of the word Which will make us a credit to you, And will show to our friends, and the world That to you is the honor now due. And the friendships we’ve made we shall treasure As the true blessings they will have been. For each friend was an aid in making us Better women, and too—better men. Nor think not they ve been in vain, As we leave dear old Poly tech; Though perhaps we may never meet again We’re the better for now having met. As we journey along our new way. And the fond youthful memories recall The dear old school days at L. P. I. We shall cherish above them all. Annie Purnell. 32 ■:_ ; V ; ; ' ! Junior Class J. E. Pylant COUSHATTA, LOUISIANA An honest man, close-buttoned to the chin, Bioadcloth without, and a warm heart within. Clara Wallace SHREVEPORT, LOUISIANA “Constant as the northern star. Edgar Works RUSTON, LOUISIANA 7 would mal e reason my guide. Annie Lou Sentell PLAIN DEALING, LOUISIANA “She has that merry glance that seldom any heart resists Ruth Pitre LAKE CHARLES, LOUISIANA “Earth seems more sweet to live upon. More full of love, because of her. Dewitt Robinson RUSTON, LOUISIANA I will plunge the line, no matter how strong the resistance Junior Class Thelmer Richardson RUSTON, LOUISIANA “ hope one morning to aTvafce and find myself great. Annie Belle Frye MINDEN, LOUISIANA “ Whose inborn worth her acts commend. Of gentle soul, to everyone a friend. Katie Redfield WINNSBORO, LOUISIANA “For she is wise if I can judge her; And fair she is, if that mine eyes be true. Horace Beck MINDEN, LOUISIANA A man is the part he plays among his fellows. William L. Mills RUSTON, LOUISIANA To say little and perform much shows the character¬ istics of a great man. Evelyn Fargeson LONGSTREET, LOUISIANA Love all, trust a few, do wrong to none. 35 Junior Class Beatrice Odom LEESVILLE, LOUISIANA “ She ' s a most exquisite lady. ' Peyton Wisdom HODGE, LOUISIANA “The force of his own merit maizes his way” Emma Reynolds m ' dADE, LOUISIANA “A genial hearted, true, and loving Woman. ' Morton Kavanaugh CLAY, LOUISIANA Oh! Love, if death be sweeter, let me die. Allen Barksdale RUSTON, LOUISIANA Thy labors may one day mafo thee great. Shirley Elliott RUSTON, LOUISIANA In her tongue is the law of fondness. 36 Junior Class Archie Davis DUBBERLY, LOUISIANA ’7 dare do all that mat; become a man; Who dares do more is none. Jessie Broadwell RUSTON, LOUISIANA To see her is to love her. Hyder Brewster RUSTON, LOUISIANA “And still the wonder grew 7 hat one small head could carry all he fyneiv. Valeen Ambrose RUSTON, LOUISIANA Kind hearts are more than coronets. Florence Hamilton TREES, LOUISIANA She left behind where ' er she went A smile instead of frowns or tears. Ruby Richardson RUSTON, LOUISIANA Speech is the gift of all, but thought of few. 37 iiiiiiiSiiiituiiniiifiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiHiiiiiiMiiiiiiiiiiiiiitiiiiitiiuitiiiiiiiiiiiiiitiiiiiiiiiiiiiHiiiiiiiiiiiitlililllimillltiniilllilltUlltiliHiyMl Junior Class John T. Boyett SAREPTA, LOUISIANA He lefl us better and brighter for his having worked among us. Merle Burk MARION, LOUISIANA So modest and so strong, industrious, dutiful and true. Jesse W. Hair BASKIN, LOUISIANA He sits high in all the people ' s hearts. Hazel Nelson WINNFIELD, LOUISIANA Here ' s a sigh to those that love me. And a smile to those that hate. And whatever slay ' s above me Here ' s a heart for any fate. T. W. Parish JONESVILLE, LOUISIANA “ There ' s not one wise man among twenty that will praise himself. Elnora Perkins RUSTON, LOUISIANA The devil hath not in all his quiver ' s choice An arrow for the heart lil e a sweet voice. 38 Junior Class A. B. McIver SHREVEPORT, LOUISIANA If a man is worth knowing at all He is worth knowing well. Eva Ford LEESVILLE, LOUISIANA “Those about her from her shall learn the perfect waps of honor Kathleen Trammell DUBACH, LOUISIANA “There was a soft and pensive grace, A cast of thought upon her face Rupert T. Barber SUMMERFIELD, LOUISIANA ‘7 have learned in whatever state I am, therewith to be content Bruce Smith WINNFIELD, LOUISIANA None but himself can be his parallel Olga Wilson RUSTON, LOUISIANA “Ci’ve us the girl whose happy life Is one perpetual grin. 39 Junior Class Dewey Reynolds RUSTON, LOUISIANA Being is deeper than doing Blondelle Simmons SUMMERFIELD, LOUISIANA “Our patience will achieve more than our force Mildred E. Nixon CROWLEY, LOUISIANA “She is not in the roll of common women. Gordon E. Allen SAREPTA, LOUISIANA All the world loves a lover Pearl Fuller SHONGALOO, LOUISIANA “How brilliant and mirthful the light of her eye. Like a star dancing out from the blue of the sky Homer Posey TULLOS, LOUISIANA “ ' Tis better to wear out than to rust out. Junior Class Francis F. LaCour MORGANZA, LOUISIANA “A true man is earnest, therefore enthusiastic Margaret Towers RUSTON, LOUISIANA “She has that caressing and exquisite grace, never bold . ever present, which just a few women possess. Lena May Ross HODGE, LOUISIANA “The heart will melt before her smile. R. L. VlNING RUSTON, LOUISIANA He is a man, tal(e him for all in all. George S. Brown RUSTON, LOUISIANA Everything comes to him who waits, therefore why should I hurry? Minnie Redfield WINNSBORO, LOUISIANA A light heart lives long 41 Junior Cla SS George Lomax RUSTON, LOUISIANA His very foot has music in it. Edna Newberry RAYVILLE, LOUISIANA ' As Welcome as sunshine in every place Is the beaming approach of a good-natured face. Walter Moore RUSTON, LOUISIANA He bears the manner and mien of a student. ' Lena Slay DODSON, LOUISIANA Purity of mind and conduct is the first glory of being a woman. ' William McLaurin RUSTON, LOUISIANA Esteemed and respected by all who £non him. Avis Wilson RUSTON, LOUISIANA ‘She is pretty to wall f with, and witty to tall( with. And pleasant, too, to thinly on. Junior Class Wilba Williams MANY, LOUISIANA nothing ever did, but ' twas a pleasure in the doing. Wilma Williams MANY, LOUISIANA Love, sweetness, goodness, in her bosom shine. Jewell Colvin RUSTON, LOUISIANA There is none like her — none. John T. English LISBON, LOUISIANA “Strong to the end, a man of men. Lillie Dell Moore EERNICE, LOUISIANA In her longue is the law of kindness. Mack Ledbetter RUSTON, LOUISIANA “Chaste and immaculate in even? thought. 43 giiiiiiiiiliilliiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiimiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiil Junior Class Quinnie Stell RUSTON, LOUISIANA “Provided a woman be nfell principled , she has dowry enough.” Arthur Mathes WINNFIELD, LOUISIANA “And when a lady s in the case You know all other things give place” Leah Chapman ARCADIA, LOUISIANA “She has all the royal makings of a queen.” Just Juniors If the second best thing to being president of a school is to be a senior, surely the next best thing is to be a junior. At any rate, as it is the best thing we know, we are happy in our position. We are not freshies who are working to build “reps.” We are not sophs with freshies to worry. We are not sen : ors pulling on the home stretch. We are juniors, and we are mighty proud to be— just Juniors. 44 Junior Poem The freshmen are so very green. They must be just about thirteen; The sophomores are so very wise No chance have they to ever rise; The seniors are so dignified By some they are quite despised; But we, the j uniors, are just right, And our good name you must not slight. For one year more, and then you’ll see The seniors as they ought to be. 45 46 see 47 48 Sopl: tiomores Have courage, you Sophs, it’s no longer distressing. Removed fiom a Freshie, now as Sophs you’re progressing. And next a Junior, don’t you see? And then a Senior you will be. Although in chapel you sit in the rear. To the front you will soon be coming near. Don’t be discouraged, for you will be Down on row number B or C. Of course, in your classes you’ve not learned to bluff But you will learn that quite soon enough. So study right hard, and don’t forget That the Juniors are waiting for you yet. There’s Trig, English and Public Speaking, And don’t forget there’s Practice Teaching; But others have had it and survived the test. So all you must do, is your very best. Williams. 49 51 Freshies I was awakened by a strange and startling noise. As if by the falling of many toys. I opened the door and found from Nell That ’twas just the harmless rising bell. After a while I heard a rumbling, For down the hall the girls were tumbling. And so in line 1 followed all Over into the dining hall. At nine o’clock I heard a bell And again into a line I fell. So in the chapel I found a seat To listen to our president speak. And after giving a welcome to all, He gave us rules, both great and small. On our classification cards we read. Chemistry, math and sewing with thread. All went well till we tried to find The rooms where the teachers our cards must sign. So up and down and round about To eve ry room we went in and out. But Freshies before and Freshies to come. Must some Freshie stunt pull, yes, every one. So roll up your sleeves and dive right in. And this will surely help you to win. So here s to the Freshie with brown eyes or blue. To Ole Poly Tech’’ always be true. The fat ones, the lean ones, the short and the tall, A great big welcome we give to you all. Williams 52 Music Department “The man tha t hath no music in himself. Nor is not moved with concord of sweet sounds. Is fit for treasons, stratagems, and spoils.” — Shakespeare. Realizing the truth of this sentiment, L. P. I. planned her music course. Its first aim is to cause her pupils to love music. This is brought about through private lessons, piano, violin, or voice, combined with harmony and theory. 1 he department is up to date in its methods, for the courses change to meet the ever- increasing demand placed upon the graduates. This year the Progressive Series in Piano was introduced. When the students are sufficiently advanced they are given an opportunity to appear in public. A chorus and orchestra give the voice and violin pupils the advantage for en¬ semble work, and the band is maintained which offers membership to students from any department. 55 Alpha Beck Amy Bond Vm. Cline Hazel Davis Helen Davis Gladys Lawson Savery Lewis M usic Students Annie Mae Limerick Norma McDonald Harvey Nelson Katie Nelson Dorothy Nixon Beatrice Odom Blanche Phillips Evelyn Ponder Annie Purnell Mary Bess Roberts Lillian Skinner Elise Waldrip Wilma Williams Wilba Williams Irene Younger Male Quartet Trombone Quartet R. L. Seegers A. E. Stanton W. R. Cline H. D. Wilson George Lomax A. E. Stanton Ralph Talbot William Baskervill Chorus Mary Wilson Felicia Chennault Edna Newberry Amy Bond Annie Limerick Elizabeth Dempsey Eva Gustafson Mildred Nixon Savery Lewis Vera Nelson Frances E. Wilson 56 57 The Band H. D. Wilson, Director Baskervill, Wm. Brown, Bertha Brown, Vera Carroll, Corneal Carroll, Zelma Chapman, J. C. Cline, W. R. Clinton, Lucille Corser, Mildred Cumpton, A. W. Dempsey, Elizabeth Figures, M. A. Freeman, Inez Members Gustafson, Eva Hammons, Una Harkness, Clara Hollenshead, Emmett Holloway, C. B. Johnson, Gertrude Lawson, Gladys Lomax, George Lucky, Agnes Mashaw, Willie Mae Moore, Walter L. McDonald, D. L. McLaurin,. Willie McMullin, V. L. Nelson, Berdie Nelson, Katje Raines, Carrie Ross, Lena May Skinner, Lillian Stanton, A. E. Talbot, Ralph Wade, Albert Waldrip, Elise Willis, Emma Lee Wilson, Roy Wroten, Morgan 53 L. P. I. Orchestra Cornets — W. B. Hale William McLaurin T rombone — George Lomax Clarinet — H. D. Wilson Drums Clara Harkness Violins — Miss Hallie Varnedoe Frances E. Wilson Mary C. Wilson ' Cello — Harry Howard Henry Wilson Piano — Mrs. Stella Kidd 59 60 uzzn The Pedagogy Department HE demand of the time is for teachers trained and equipped for efficient service. To meet this demand the Pedagogy Department of the Louisiana Poly¬ technic Institute was instituted. This course offers to prospective teachers a thorough professional training, and in addition the advantages of careful training in the actual work of teaching, furnished by the Training Demonstration School. The Training or Demonstration School is divided into two groups; the first seven grades constitute the general training school group, while the high school group covers the work of the last four years of approved Louisiana high schools, and follows the state-adopted course of study. Every teacher-training student, before graduation, is required to spend one hour each day for at least twenty-four weeks in the training school. Before entering upon this work the student is expected to complete the courses in psychology and general method. It is felt that the work in the training school is of the greatest importance, and for that reason it is emphasized and carefully supervised. Student teachers are expected to become well acquainted with the pupils and to work in harmony with the critic teacher, with the aim of learning the practical ways and details of teaching methods, and school manage¬ ment. They are required to assist in the opening exercise and the mechanics of the school room and playground. The assignments of grades are made after careful study of the individual ability of student teachers. As far as possible the preferences of students are considered in their assignments. The most thorough academic and pedagogical preparation is required for every lesson taught. Written lesson plans are required during the early part of the work, and these are criticised by the critic teacher and reconstructed by the student before he may teach. Fre¬ quent conferences are held with student teachers by the supervisor of training, and reports of lessons are written, and the student is asked to criticise his own work in the light of the pedagogical principles which he has studied in order to develop in him the habit of conscious self-improvement. Under the terms of act 173 of 1918 the Louisiana Polytechnic Institute will confer the degree of Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science on students completing the senior college courses. The diploma and the degree entitle the holder to teach in any of the public high schools of the state, thus placing the L. P. I. Senior College on equal basis with other Southern colleges. 62 Practice Teachers Elnora Perkins Wilma Williams Ruth Colvin Avis Wilson Pearl Fuller Beatrice Odom Olga Wilson Elizabeth McIver Lena Mae Ross Minnie Redfield Jessie Broadwell Evelyn Fargeson Leola Young Annabelle Frye Mildred Riser Eva Ford Rupert Barber Effie White Emma Rey nolds Allan Works Edna Newberry Irma Hortman Ruby Richardson Blanche Harrison Chloe Colvin Merl Burke Florence Hamilton Unah Hammons Kathleen Trammell Katie Redfield Jewel Flynn Lodie Kavanaugh Margaret Towers Mabel McGuire Clara Harkness Yoland Covington Ora Lee Hennigan Marietta Thornton Hazel Nelson Inez Freeman Mildred Nixon J. G. Lennard Lena Slay Hilda Lambert Dewey Reynolds Wilba Williams Birdie Nelson Lillian Skinner Willie May Bridenthal William McLauren 63 64 MODEL SCHOOL PUPILS 65 The Art Department 1 he Art Department through its many branches equips its pupils with a thorough foundation for higher work as designers, story illustrators, ceramic decorators, advertising artists, interior decorators, and portrait and landscape painters. Courses are offered in brass and copper work, color theory and application, the history of art, making of baskets and paper flowers and normal courses for those who wish to become public school art teachers. These courses are varied from time to time to keep pace with the ever changing needs of the American people. You have often heard the expressions, “I can’t afford to take art. It is too expensive,” and I wish I could take art, but I can t even draw a straight line.” Why worry over such unnecessary things as that? Rules were made for the special purpose of drawing straight lines. And as for expense, the art course is not any more expensive than any other course. There is only one term’s work in which a pupil needs more than ten dollars for materials. For most of the work from four to six dollars a term is sufficient. There is always a ready sale, just before Christmas, for the baskets, flowers, paper knives, paintings, decorated china, and metal bowls. Ambitious pupils can make from five to twenty dollars during the fall term and not neglect any of their studies. If you are contemplating entering the art course and are just a wee bit afraid, shake off the fear, come in and have a try. After all, you never know what you can do until you make an effort. 66 llwLn inecr ' 67 The Engineering Department HE world is in need of engineers, more today than yesterday and more tomorrow than today. We are to be the engineers of the future, so now is the time for preparation. More is being required of the engineer of today than was required of the engineer in the past, so a better foundation is necessary. The Engineering Department of this school is approx¬ imately a quarter of a century old, and it has continued to grow from its infancy until now it offers a complete four- year course in electrical, civil and mechanical engineering. The essential elements underlying the training in these courses are based upon a thorough study of mathematics and the physical sciences. General culture subjects are offered during the entire course for the purpose of providing a broad and general training which is essential for true success in engineering. This course is laid out with the aim of securing a judicious mixture of theory and practice, such as will give the student not only the technical skill required for engineering operations, but also a broad grasp of the fundamental principles of his profession. The shop and laboratory work is all practical and educational in its character, and is so arranged that each student can make as rapid progress as possible. 68 69 70 1 l lie Agriculture Department 1 here is no occupation in all the complexities of the twentieth century that demands so great a diversity of knowledge or so keen a power of observation as “modern agricul¬ ture.” The agriculturist of today not only realizes this fact, but also trembles under the responsibility of passing on to the succeeding generations those qualities of manhood which gained the independence of America and constructed of this nation the foremost power of the world. In order that the agriculture interest of the state may not be neglected, the Louisiana Polytechnic Institute offers a course which gives special attention to the improved methods in all the various operations of farming. About eighty acres of land are used by this department as model dairy, truck, stock and grain farms. A dairy barn with silo and all modern conveniences has been constructed. In this manner students receive practical experience. The graduate from the Agriculture Department will be a strong influential citizen, and a modern scientific farmer, well grounded in both the practice and theory of the profession. 72 The Business Department The Business Department has not for its purpose primarily the training of students to be office workers. It is rather to teach them the why and the how of the business dealings that enter into the relations of men and women of this day in which we live. It is to lead the student into effective thinking along the line of business operations, and to arouse his interest and stimulate in him a desire for knowledge of real cultural value. 7 he course has for its foundation the fundamental truth that the men and the women who stand out as national figures of achievement and of service in our country are those who have combined with their height of professional skill the depth of business knowledge and the breadth of business detail. It is designed with the idea of the real significance of business training in developing young men and young women into useful citizens. 73 74 BUSINESS STUDENTS 75 Home Economics Department INCE the last volume of LAGNIAPPE was published the Home Economics Department has more than doubled its capacity. Efficient and ample faculty, the new depart¬ ment eight-room building with the very best equipment, and the Home Demonstration Cottage enable the Louisiana Poly¬ technic Institute to offer opportunities in the Home Economics Department unsurpassed by any other college in the South. The Junior College courses are planned for those who wish to teach these subjects in the elementary schools, while the Senior Col¬ lege courses are planned to meet the needs of those students who are preparing themselves for demonstration agents, teachers of high schools and college work. Why do our graduates fill the majority of the home economics positions in Louisiana? Why are we unable to fill the demand made upon us for instructors? Because we offer to any girl who wishes to become a teacher or home¬ maker a course which is both thorough and practical. 76 77 ■ COACH CLARK 82 Top row: Coach Clark, Bob Seegers, C. C. Linton, Francis Talbot, Thelmer Richardson, George Brown, W. J. B. Jones, Dewitt Robinson, Roe Hollis, O. C. Reed, Jeff Kidd, H. A. Cushman, R. L. Reese, Bruce Smith. Second row: Rudolph Holman, Karl Hayes, Edgar Simmons, Cliff Morefield, Clay Skinner, Sale Vaughn, Lewis James, Morgan Nesbit, Rupert Barber, Milton Henslee, Harry Waugh, W. M. Lawrence. Bottom Row : Maynard Hastings, Jesse Hair, W. D. Hawthorne, A. B. McIver, Arthur Mathes, E. L. Walker, R. W. McCasland, Harold Willis, Frank Grigsby. Other members of the squad: John Davis, F. F. La Cour, V. W. Barber. Games October 21—St. Charles College . . . Tech. . . ... 13 October 29—Magnolia Aggies .... Tech. . . ... 27 November 4—Ouachita College .... . . . 20 November 11—Southwestern. Tech. . . ... 20 November 19—Louisiana Normal .... Tech. . . . . . 17 November 24—Centenary College .... Tech. ... 14 83 Review of Football Season, 1921 Prospects were encouraging when the first whistle sounded to call together the fighters for Ole Tech. A good nucleus of old players was on hand, and soon the vacant ranks were filled with new men. They were all ready for work, and the general spirit of it all was, If I do not make the varsity the fellow who does will certainly have to be a good one.” And he was. Coach Clark and his assistants, R. L. Reese and Bruce Smith, along with Captain Hollis, intended from the first to make the Bulldogs the champions of the College League. Their dream was realized, for our record for the season 21 would be hard to beat, as we carried away the pigskin from every opponent we tackled. Never before had our team had such excellent support. The entire school body stood firmly behind them. We may proudly say, ‘‘They did not stand by in a defeat,” but they would have if such had been necessary, and the boys knew it. But Ruston—why the whole little city gave its support. Just see what we can do when we all work together. The season opened with the defeat of the Monticello Aggies, at Ruston, to the tune of 13 to 0. It did seem at first that we had met our equal, for at the end of the first half neither had scored. However, the game soon showed “Tech” to be the stronger, as gradually the power of the Aggies lessened. By line bucks and forward passes the Bulldogs succeeded in scoring two touchdowns and on e goal. In the following game with the Magnolia Aggies at Magnolia, Arkansas, we permitted our opponents to score against us. Yet the victory was ours and the game ended 27 to 13. The next two games, at Ruston, resulted in the same score, 20 to 0. The first, November 4, was with the Ouachita College and the second, November 11, was with Southwestern. It was in the latter that “Tech” scored after the first twelve minutes of the first quarter, when Walker picked up a double pass behind the line and went seventy yards to the goal. The Normal game followed, which resulted in their defeat, 17 to 0. This was the last game before the Thanksgiving game with Centenary, at Shreveport. Never before was such spirit exhibited. The citizens of Ruston chartered a train and the student body, with their Ruston friends, along with the band and the team, started to Shreveport for the “turkey” dinner and the game. Were we too confident? Well, maybe so, for we fumbled and permitted Centenary to be the second and the last to score against us. The Bulldogs were not to be defeated, however, this late in the season. After Centenary’s touchdown they replied, and when the game closed it was with a score of 14 to 7. Thisi was the last victory of the season. ’Twould not be fair to close without mentioning the “Pups.” They deserve much credit, for had they not made the Bulldogs such fighters at home—well they just could not have done so well in the real battles—that’s all. And Coach Clark and his associates, they too deserve much praise. “Tech” is proud of them all. 84 CAPTAIN Roe Hollis, Fullback , was pronounced by many of the leading coaches in Arkansas and Louisiana the best man in his position in this part of the country. His forward passing and line plunging especially made him feared by all his opponents. Long will he dwell in their memory, but never will he be forgotten by his teammates of “dear Old Tech.” E. L. Walker, Captain-elect for 22-’23, played end last season, where he won a place in the hearts of all. His offensive work was the best seen on our field, and only two gains were made around the line throughout all the games. JESSE “Rabdit” Hair, Halfback , was a hardy fellow, especially noted for heading off interference. He was one of those who could always be relied upon to do his part, regardless of personal convenience, and his loss will be felt next year, for this is his last term at “1 ech.” 85 Harold Nothing” Willis, Quarterback , played with the Bulldogs for the first time last season. He was the lightest man on the squad, but his head was as large as any and he used it. His returning punts won him much fame and too, he was the best broken-field runner on the team. Why is he called “Nothing”? Because when you hit at him he is somewhere else. C. C. “Hound” Linton, Tackle , seemed a stone wall. With him in line there was little danger of losing ground. When on the fourth down and yet a goal to make we could just call him back and the ball would surely go over. O. C. Reed, Halfback , was a most dependable man in the backfield. Especially was he noted for tearing the line open and making great gains and intercepting forward passes. He has the honor of “hitting” the hardest of any man in the association. W. J. B. JONES, Guard , played for the first time on the varsity team last season, and he proved to be a stone wall. Just feed him heavy and make him mad and then look out. He does not carry those 2 1 0 pounds around for nothing. 86 DeWitT “Cow” Robinson, Guard , played his last game for us against Centenary with the same grit and determination that he displayed through his football career. DeWitt graduated this year and we lost a strong guard. FRANCIS Talbot, Guard , proved to be an excellent line man. This is his second year on the team, where he won considerable fame for his speed. This, with his ability to break his opponent’s line, made him a most valuable man. W. D. Hawthorne, Halfback , was a sub, ordinarily, but when called upon for service he showed his ability as a regular. At Magnolia he played through the entire game and won considerable glory. A. E. MATHES, End , played his position excellently. He was very steady on the defensive and made a business of taking out all interference. In an emergency he could hit the line and make good gains. 87 George Satan Brown, End , was light in weight but heavy in “hitting. Apparently he was lazy, but give him the “pigskin” and just watch him go. “Satan’s” art in receiving, intercepting and breaking forward passes kept the opponents on “pins” con¬ stantly. He is leaving this year and we regret it very much. It makes a vacancy hard to fill. I HELMER Legs Richardson, Tacl(le t was a terror in the line. He could manage several men easily and was the backbone of the team last season. Robert “Bob” SeegeRS, Center , proved to be one of the most dependable of line men on the offensive. He was out of the game early in the season with a broken shoulder, but when he returned, it was with renewed vigor. R. Mack McCasland, Malfbacl , although a sub, did not mind getting down m the dust when called upon for his best. He was a valuable man and we are very glad that he will be with us next season. 88 89 Varsity Team Roe Hollis, Caplain . Second Base Bruce Smith. Catcher George Brown. First Base Wiley Montgomery. Third Base Milton Henslee. Shortstop Otis Reed. Left Field Jesse Hair. Center Field Harold Willis. Right Field Clyde Zinn. Pitcher Glenn Davis. Pitcher Cliff Morefield. Pitcher W. D. Hawthorne. Pitcher C. C. Linton. Pitcher Herbert Files. Pitcher Second Team Jeff Kidd W. M. Lawrence A. B. McIver J. D. Davis Le Roy Starling Joe Hair Jim Thompson R. W. McCasland W. H. Beck Frank Grigsby 90 Baseball Prospects for 1922 When Coach Clark first saw the small boy drag a baseball bat across the campus he called his squad together for practice. The very first day revealed the fact that L. P. I. was to have a winning team. Since the LAGNIAPPE must go to press before the season is well under way, there can not be a complete history, but we hope the staff next year will give them the write-up that we know they well will earn during the current season. Captain Hollis 91 May Apri Apri Apri Apri Apri Apri Apri Apri Apri Apri Apri Apri Apri Apri Apri Apri Apri May May May May May May May May 31—Henderson-Brown . 1—Henderson-Brown . 4— Shreveport Gassers 5— Centenary . ... 6— Centenary . ... 7— Louisiana Slate Normal 8— Louisiana State Normal 10— Louisiana College . . 11— Louisiana College . 12— Centenary . ... 13— Centenary . ... 20— Arkansas Normal 21— Arkansas Normal 22— Arkansas Normal . . 24— Mississippi Normal 25— Mississippi Normal 28— Millsaps College 29— Millsaps College 5— Mississippi Normal 6— Mississippi Normal 8— Arkansas Normal 9— Arkansas Normal 10— Hendrix College . . 11— Hendrix College . . 15— Little Rock College 16— Little Rock College . . At Ruston . . At Ruston . . At Ruston . At Shreveport . A Shreveport At Natchitoches At Natchitoches . . At Ruston At Ruston At Ruston . . At Ruston At Ruston . . At Ruston At Ruston At Hattiesburg At Hattiesburg At Ruston . . At Ruston At Ruston At Ruston AV 1 Conway , At „ Conway . Conway At . Conway At Ruston At Ruston 92 95 96 97 98 Alumni Association Officers D. W. Caldwell, ’08. L. L. Kilgore, ’21. Mrs. W. Floyd Pearce, ’03 . . President . Vice-President Secretary-T reasurer Every alumnus incurs a standing moral obligation to his Alma Mater. The institution that has given him the training to enable him to become a useful citizen, that has broadened his views and increased his capacity for enjoying life, has a legitimate claim upon his loyalty and support. It has a right to expect his gratitude for mak ing him a better mem¬ ber of society. The Alumni Association of the Louisiana Polytechnic Institute represents an effort on the part of the graduates of the institution to confess openly their obligation. It is the purpose of the organization to further the interests of our Alma Mater as an educational factor in the State of Louisiana by pledging our loyalty and support to the greatness of the task to which she has set her hands. 99 The Y. W. C. A. of the Louisiana Polytechnic Institute is composed of the majority of the girls residing in the dormitory. It is the purpose of the organization: to lead students to faith in God through Jesus Christ; to lead them in membership and service in the Christian Church; to pro¬ mote their growth in Christian faith and character, especially through the study of the Bible; to influence them to devote themselves in united effort with all Christians in making the will of Christ effective in human society, and in extending the Kingdom of God throughout the world. Interesting and inspiring meetings are conducted every Sunday evening in the Y. W. room. Often these are conducted entirely by the students, but frequently they are assisted by their friends in the faculty and in town who can speak from fuller experiences. The Y. W. C. A. is alive and working. The school paper is edited under its auspices. Bible study classes and prayer circles are conducted during the week. It stands for and supports every movement which will be of benefit to its members, its school and its country. It is growing every term and now holds a prominent and sacred place in the life of every school girl. 100 Y. W. C. A. Cabinet . President . Vice-President . . . Secretary Treasurer Florence Hamilton. Mildred Corser . . . . Ruth Lee . . . . Nell Latham Willie Burnette Louise De Woody . Eunice Odom . . . Gertrude Johnson Marietta Thornton Lucille Clinton Florence Page . . Bible Study Leader Bible Study Leader Bible Study Leader Chairman of Program Committee . Mission Study . Prayer Circle . Librarian Elizabeth McIver . Canteen Manager Janice Holloway . Undergraduate Representative Wilba Williams . Social Wilma Williams . Music 101 The Young Men’s Christian Association of Louisiana Polytechnic Institute, as a potent factor, has existed ever since the organization of the school. Its membership consists of all the men in the dormitory, and it has always given a good account of itself in matters of mind, morals and spirit. Its place of meeting is in the boys’ dormitory, where the regular Sunday night meetings are well attended. The programs are carefully arranged. Besides our student programs, composed of talks and special music, prominent speakers from town and members of the faculty are often with us and a great benefit is derived from their talks. The “Y” reading room is a very popular place among the boys, for here they find not only all the daily papers from the principal cities of the state, but also quite a wide selection of the best magazines. The organization has grown much in the last few years, and we are striving to make it more far-reaching than it has been in the past. 102 Y. M. C. A. Cabinet R. L. Seegers . President R. T. Barber . Vice-President W. M. Lawrence . Secretary V. A, Spinks . Treasurer V. W. Barber . Librarian J. G. Lennard . Chairman Committees J. M. Breeden . Assistant Chairman Committee T. L. Green . Assistant Chairman Committee 103 104 Lagmappe Staff Frances Wilson Ediior-in-Chief Dorothy L. Nixon Associate Editor Wayne A. Spinks Business Manager Robert L. Seegers Assistant Business Manager Mrs. Ruby B. Pearce Alumni Editor Norma McDonald Social Editor Florence Hamilton Literary Editor Mary C. Wilson Assistant Editor Corinne Kendall Assistant Editor Harold Broadwell Assistant Editor Thelma Moore Assistant Editor Rose Lawrence Assistant Editor Rudolph Holman A thletics H. Ben Batchelor Fraternities Herman Thomas Assistant Editor Jefferson E. Kidd Humorous Editor Hyder Brewster Assistant Editor Katherine Irby Assistant Editor Charles W. Montgomery Assistant Editor 105 Cap and Gown Club Officers Robert Seegers . Mary Wilson. Norma McDonald . . Dorothy Nixon Rose Lawrence Corinne Kendall . President . Vice-President . Secretary Corresponding Secretary . Treasurer . Reporter H. Ben Batchelor Harold Broadwell Rudolph Holman Katherine Irby Members Corinne Kendall Jefferson E. Kidd Rose Lawrence Thelma Moore Wiley Montgomery Norma McDonald Dorothy Nixon Robert L. Seegers Wayne A. Spinks Herman Thomas Frances E. Wilson Mary C. Wilson 106 y 7 chE ' - «oHA‘ g .B ROty i, enC Bar b { A Alpha Omega Fraternity Local Fraternity Founded, 1901 Frater in Facultate Vilis S. Pugh Members J. Morton Kavanaugh Arthur E. Mathes J. Aubrey Shelby Vaughan W. Barber Dwight D. Pyburn J. Marian Breeden Robert L. Vining Robert Lee Seegers Archie B. Davis Robert Peairs H. Ben Batchelor Herman Z. Thomas Lee Oliver Fox George S. Brown Wayne Alexander Spinks Rupert T. Barber Travis Crow Don Spencer Francis F. La Cour J. Milton Fielder Otis Coon Robert M. Baskin John T. English J. F. Pylant 109 110 The Zeta Organized, 1902 G. E. Allen P. W. Baskervill H. H. Beck J. T. Boyett H. F. Brewster H. W. Broadwell Alpha Kappa Fraternity Colors: Purple and White Active Members J. W. Hair J. R. Holman G. M. Henslee J. E. Kidd H. L. Posey Bruce Smith Robert Tucker J. G. Lennard F. E. Lyles H. P. Melton E. L. Walker J. C. Wasson J. P. Wisdom R. W. McCasland A. B. McIver W. L. McLaurin W. L. Mills 111 The Spizz Staff Mildred Nixon William Baskervill Sarah Barrett. Hazel Nelson . . . Eunice Odom . . Editor -in- Chief Associate Editor . Managing Editor Assistant Managing Editor . Exchange Editor Jesse Hair Circulation Staff Olga Wilson Thomas White Edna Newberry Lena May Ross Editorial Staff D. D. Pyburn Lee O. Fox Sellers Spence Vaughn Barber Subscription Rates Five copies.25c Single copies.5c Five copies through mail.30c 112 The Spizzerinktum | HE Spizzerinktum , like any other college paper, has a complex mission. It endeavors to help develop school spirit, to encour¬ age literary impulses, to keep the alumni in touch with the school, to serve as a record of school events, and always to reflect honor and glory upon Louisiana Tech. m wrim Since People Inquire , I ve ' ll sap Zeal Zest and Enthusiasm Rightly Imply it , but Nobody Knows The Universal Meaning of Spizzerinktum. Mildred Nixon Editor dn-C hie f. 113 CHEER LEADERS 114 College Yells Who’s gonna win, win? Who ' s gonna win, win? Who’s gonna win, win, NOW? We’re gonna win, win. We’re gonna win, win. We’re gonna win, win, HOW? E-A-S-Y. Easy. 1-2-3-4- 3-2-1-4 Who are you going to root for? La. Tech! La. Tech! La. Tech! With a veevo, with a vivo. With a veevo, vivo, vum, vum, vum. It’s just as plain as plain can be. We have the (opponents) up a tree. With a veevo, with a vivo. With a veevo, vivo, vum, vum, vum. Rah! Rah! Rah! Rah! Rah! Rah! Rah! Rah! Rah! Rah! Rah! Rah! Rah! Rah! Rah! Whipp, whipp, whooe. Bulldog! Bulldog! Bulldog! Hop on the grandstand. Thump on the tin can; Who can? We can. Nobody else can. La. Tech., La. Tech., La. Tech. Riffity, riffity, riff raff, Chiffity, chiffity, chiff, chaff. Riff raff, chiff chaff, Polly give ’em the horse laugh, Hee haw! Hee haw! Hee haw! Yells! Yells! We have no yells, But when we yell we yell like - Ev-ery-thing. 113 Right Formation The football game was over and at the parlor grate A maid and long-haired youth were lingering rather late. They talked of goals aand touchdowns, but found it rather tame Till Cupid put his noseguard on and butted in the game. Quoth he: “It’s mighty funny if I don’t arrange a match.” So he lined the couple up and made them toe the scratch. The youth was growing nervous ’neath the weight of new-found bliss. And he kinder thought the scrimmage ought to end up with a kiss. He charged upon the center; she tackled left and right, And the way they held that chair for downs was simply out of sight. He tried an osculation, just an amateur affair. But lost it on a fumble, and instead it struck the air. Then as he landed on his ear he heard the maiden say: “You’re penalized for holding, Jim; likewise for offside play.” With set toe he tried another, this time succeeded fine. For he scored an easy touchdown on the crimson two-inch line. And as they sat there by the grate communing soul to soul. The parlor door swung open and FATHER KICKED THE GOAL. Can we forget their old bald heads? Can we forget their eyes? And when we think upon their feet We’ll ne’er forget their size. (Tune—Auld Lang Syne.) The Feast Thought the footsteps down the hall, “A noise I heard this way. How could I be mistaken? It was not a dream of day.” But they went on past the door While within they dared breathe not Then again the feast began And the foosteps were forgot. It was then just twelve o’clock, And the girls had gathered in One tiny little room To feast on bread and chicken. Then a noise was heard by all! It was coming down the hall! Not one sound could then be heard But the footsteps down the hall. 116 r n or ” Tis a Sign of the End of the World.” When Mr. Phillips no longer has a felt need. When Mr. Hale runs out of jokes. When we go to the picture show just any night. When Miss Johnson no longer finds things dif-fi-cult. When Mr. Wilson forgets “Dem Golden Slippers.” When we have no more grits and gravy. When Mr. Hutcheson permits you to slip by. When Mr. Thatcher never says, ‘‘How many did you wuk?” When there is no more “zip” to shoot. When Mr. Green s hair grows on the top of his head. Leonard: “Miss Harper, is it correct to say, ‘I have bursted.’” Miss Harper (laughingly) : “Yes, if it is true.” ¥ ¥ “Information, Please.” Why do they go to Africa to get ivory when there is so much around La. Tech? What will we do now, since “Wisdom” left us last term? ¥ ¥ ¥ My head s no good for Latin, It makes too big a fuss, I took the freshman “nut” test And pulled a zero plus. But there’s one thing it ' s good for. And reader, please don’t scoff. At least, it keeps my collar And my tie from slipping off. ¥ ¥ ¥ Kate: “Mr. La Cour, did you drop something?” Puck: “Why, er-no, I’m sharpening my knife to cut this meat.” ¥ ¥ ¥ Mr. Mitchell: “There is no such thing as a perfect vacuum. James, name a nearly perfect vacuum.’ Upchurch (trying to work a problem) : “My head, I guess.” ¥ ¥ ¥ Mr. Brown (in physics class) : “An opaque body is something that you can not see through. Now, Miss Brown, 1 am going to ask you to name something opaque.” Vera: “Fresh Lowery.” 117 iDDUUn Bricks WOOD E N HEADS regular and irregular Three Rooters Bos and Wayne pose IT ISN ' T NATURAL A ROSE AMONG THORNS COUPLE or CHUMPS 118 STUDIOUS QUARTET (?) %i H v 5t- , { I, Nothin’ doing If WARD :.;:-;;;- v Ka TfC is TH£ CORN N 0 TITLE WOULDN’T SEC IT H IS WHICH ? V .,, Bench (re) harks “He avy music al°Hcunds The chronic knockers PLAY TEN-PINS 3— V —€ 120 121 Demerits Miss Helen Graham 35 Miss Harper . . . 25 Miss Johnston . . 30 Mr. Swindler . . , . 50 Mr. Newell . . . . 40 Mr. Brown . . . 50 Miss Varnedoe . . 60 Mr. Pugh . . . . 25 Mr. Howard . . . 25 Mr. Mitchell . . . 60 Mr. Wilmore . . 30 Mrs. Beaubien . . 40 Mr. Reese . . . . 35 Miss Walker . . . 15 Mr. McMurtray 20 Miss Floy Edwards 40 Mr. Hutcheson . . 15 Miss Larche . . . 25 Mr. Robinette . . 20 Miss Ryland . . . 30 Miss Trousdale . . 35 And campused for eating between meals. Hanging around in the hall talking to boys. Failing to raise windows. (Has 100 and must withdraw.) Polishing his head to kill flies. Detaining boys with lengthy conversations at entrance to campus. Encouraging star gazing. Flirting in dining hall. Chewing gum in class. Flirting with the presiden t’s secretary. Speeding on campus. (See J. E. K.) Wearing his wife’s soup strainer over his upper lip. Cooking during study hour. Flirting with the farmerettes. Demonstrating her chapel talk on color. Talking too long in chapel. Neglecting boys in class. Speaking out in class. Purchasing all groceries from Crescent Grocery Company. Being a “Big Gun.’’ Getting too pert. Continually disturbing study hour. 122 Here’s to the faculty. Long may they live. Even as long as the Lessons they give.—Ex. Wayne and Bob have decided to make a specialty of the cultural arts. Wayne as an artist is drawing checks on his dad, and Bob as an author is writing home for money. Heinie: “Say, old lady, she’s got your name wrong.’’ Holman: “Why? Heinie: “Well, I see ‘Pullman’ on all your towels and napkins.’’ ♦ Freshie Teacher: “Would you have pupils sit in their rubbers on rainy days?’ Mr. Hale: “By no means. Have them sit in their seats as usual.’’ Though very strange to me it seems. That six fifteen is best for dreams, But then it is the rising bell Rings boldly out its doleful knell. Freshie: “Have I any mail?’’ Mrs. Pugh: “What is your name?’’ ' Freshie: “You will find it on the envelope.’’ Reporter: “I am looking for something ridiculous for the annual.’’ Puck: “Here’s my picture.’ Freshie: “Mr. Pugh, will you give me some medicine?’’ Mr. Pugh: “No, you came to the right church but the wrong pew.’ (Pugh). 123 In Conclusion The Staff, in reviving the Lagniappe, has tried, under many difficulties, to record the interests of the past year. We wish to thank each person who, through his interest and loyal support, has made its publication possible. May all find between its covers much to please and little to criticise. “Be merciful, be just, be fair To Lagniappe, everywhere.” 124 LOUISIANA POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE RUSTON, LOUISIANA DEPARTMENTS I. Preparatory Department. II. Junior College Department. III. Senior College Department. The Junior and Senior College Depart¬ ments offer complete courses as follows: 1. The Mechanical and Electrical En¬ gineering Course. 2. The Business Course. 3. The Home Economics Course. 4. The Agricultural Course. 5. The Applied Art Course. 6. The Music Course. 7. The Pedagogy Course. MOTTO: Train the Head, Hand and Heart” FOR LADIES Peggy Paige Dresses House of Youth Suits Kabo Corsets Kayser’s Silk Underwear Van Raalte, Gordon Fisk and Gage Hats Queen Quality Footwear Mallinson’s Silks Centemeri Gloves and Paris Hosiery JUDGE US BY THE QUALITY OF OUR MERCHANDISE. YOU CANT GO WRONG THE FAMOUS W. B. I. SMITH COMPANY YOUR SUREST STORE And when you are away from Ruston and cannot find what you want, send us your mail orders. They will be filled promptly and carefully with the best goods in our store. FOR MEN Hart Schaffner Marx Clothes Manhattan Shirts Hanan and Walk-Over Shoes Munsing Underwear Stetson and Schoble Hats Phoenix and Ide Collars Wilson Brothers Socks Superba Neckwear Bradley Sweaters T. K. BEECHER SAID: “Every man must do his own growing, no matter how tall his grandfather Was” FIRST NATIONAL BANK RUSTON, LOUISIANA ONLY NATIONAL BANK AND MEMBER FEDERAL RESERVE SYSTEM IN LINCOLN PARISH O. E. Hodge OFFICERS A. E. Stinson Add Thompson President Cashier Active Vice President J. E. Keeny DIRECTORS H. B. Warren O. E. Hodge T. L. James D. James N. McDonald J. S. Hunt S. J. Heard Add Thompson FISCAL AGENT LOUISIANA POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE LINCOLN PARISH SCHOOL BOARD LAGNIAPPE IN THE WORDS OF WEBSTER, MEANS “SOMETHING THROWN IN FOR GOOD MEASURE” To each and every member of the student body of your loved Louisiana Polytechnic Institute we wish to throw in our good measure of wishes for happiness throughout all the years that are to come. r RUSTON HARDWARE AND FURNITURE COMPANY, Limited YOU WILL FIND IT AT LexVis Co.’s A PLACE THAT HAS BEEN HEADQUARTERS FOR LOUISIANA TECH. STUDENTS FOR THE PAST TWENTY-FIVE YEARS THE PALACE DRUGS JEWELRY MUSIC WE CARRY A COMPLETE STOCK IN IN ALL THREE LINES Highest Grade Toilet Articles Prompt Jewelry Repair Work Largest Stock of Sheet Music in North Louisiana VICTOR VICTROLAS and Large Stock of Records We have always taken special pains to please all L. P. I. students. Mail orders filled same day received. HOUSE FURNISHINGS LIGHT AND HEAVY HARDWARE FARM IMPLEMENTS DAIRY AND POULTRY SUPPLIES PRICE HARDWARE FURNITURE CO., Ltd. PROMPT SERVICE. SQUARE DEALS RUSTON, LOUISIANA Ruston, the Athens of North Louisiana Here is the home of Louisiana Polytechnic Institute, with free State grade and High Schools, which place RUSTON as the foremost town of North Louisiana in educational advantages. RUSTON is easy of access, being situated at the cross¬ ing of the Dixie Highway and the Pershing Highway. Two railroad trunk lines cross here. RUSTON has churches adapted to the religious train¬ ing of every individual. RUSTON is the Parish Seat of Lincoln Parish, which is a local poultry section of Louisiana. Lincoln Parish farmers are actively shipping milk, dairy products and poultry. RUSTON is the shipping center for cantaloupes and peanuts. Its soils can produce any vegetable, and fruit will do well here. We have water 99% pure. The town of RUSTON is famed as a residential com¬ munity. In it are built many magnificent residences. Its broad graveled avenues are canopied with beautiful trees which are in foliage almost the year around. RUSTON is a moral town, and in it lives as fine a people as can be found in any country. They welcome you and invite you to come and live with them. For information write RUSTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE THE HUB THE HOME OF “KUPPENHEIMER GOOD CLOTHES” EDWIN CLAPP AND REYNOLDS SHOES STETSON HATS INTERWOVEN HOSIERY We carry everything new and Up-to-Date in Men’s Wear, and we make a specialty of school trade. THE HUB “RUSTON’S QUALITY SHOP” STUDENTS OF OLD As Well as L. P. I. Students of Today MAKE THIS STORE THEIR HEADQUARTERS We have tried to merit their confidence and friendship by always extending to them a hearty welcome and the best arti¬ cles in the drug and sundry line that the market affords. Our candies and cold drinks are of a quality that ‘‘Once tried always wanted.” When in Ruston, whether graduate, teacher or student, call at this store, where a welcome awaits you, and where your wants will be supplied courteously and efficiently. RUSTON DRUG COMPANY THE REXALL STORE RUSTON, LOUISIANA Tliirty-Two Years’ Successful Banking Experience IS THE RECORD OF Huston State Bank Resources Over a Million Dollars OFFICERS AND DIRECTORS D. M. Atkins Jno. P. Graham, Cashier J. D. Holland E. L. Kidd, Vice-President W. J. Lewis F. E. Morgan S. D. Pearce, Attorney F. S. Price H. W. Smith, President Tellers —S. Baskin, F. E. Monroe Bookkeepers —J. D. Petty, F. B. Wilder More Than Twenty-Five Hundred People Deposit With This Bank We Will Appreciate Your Business Too L. F. MARBURY, Druggist Headquarters for the Best Lines of TOILET ARTICLES STATIONERY BOOKS CANDY DRUGS Special Attention Paid to L. P. I. Sudents THE UNIVERSAL CAR GO IN COMFORT Go at your pleasure, go where you choose and when you choose, with your family or your friends. Enjoy the bound¬ less beauties of nature, the pure air, a lunch in the shady wood, a fishing excursion, a rest by a cool lake or stream. You can in a Ford. Millions have learned that the many pleasures derived from a Ford takes the place of other pleas¬ ures, and the saving thus made often pays for the car and its maintenance. Let ' s talk this matter over. Get the facts and figures. FEAZEL MOTOR CAR COMPANY RUSTON, LOUISIANA WE WISH YOU SUCCESS THE ASTOR THEATRE J. B. KENDALL, Manager HOME OF The Best Photoplays WE ARE DISTRIBUTORS OF THESE TWO CELEBRATED BRANDS THOMPSON, RITCHIE COMPANY WHOLESALE GROCERS RUSTON, LOUISIANA MAKE OUR STORE YOUR HEADQUARTERS The Customer Is the Only Boss Here. We Always Have a Smile for You, and We Appreciate Your Business LUNCHEONETTE FOUNTAIN SERVICE CANDY, FRUIT, CIGARS RUSTON CANDY KITCHEN COMPLIMENTS OF CRESCENT GROCERY COMPANY WE SELL EVERYTHING GOOD TO EAT “FERNDELL BRAND” Our Special HERBERT BROTHERS JEWELERS “GIFTS THAT LAST” Diamonds, Watches, Pearls And All Other Articles of Jewelry Welcome All L. P. I. Students THIS STORE IS HEADQUARTERS Fcr All Reliable Brands of DRY GOODS NOTIONS HOSIERY READY-TO-WEAR SHOES MILLINERY HATS AND MEN’S FURNISHING GOODS MAYS’ RUSTON, LOUISIANA DON’T MENTION HIS NAME But You Will Probably Find Him Enjoying A piece of pie A cup of “Java” A bowl of “Red” One of those good sandwiches A real square meal Or One of those fine cigars AT RED ONION” E. A. GAAR, Proprietor A. L. THURMAN STAPLE AND FANCY GROCERIES LISTEN, GIRLS When you build that bungalow just remember that “Lloyd” Thurman carries the best line of staple and fancy groceries on the market. Don’t wait until you build that bungalow, though— come around to see us on Saturday mornings. McDonald company IF IT IS DRY GOODS MEN’S FURNISHINGS OR GROCERIES WE HAVE IT WELCOME, STUDENTS Ruston Creamery Drop in to See Us, You Are Always Welcome WE MAKE QUALITY ICE CREAM AND BUTTER TAKE HOME A BRICK OF CREAM If It Is Made in Ruston It ' s the Best 1 RUSTON CREAMERY RUSTON, LOUISIANA COURTEOUS TREATMENT FREE DELIVERY EVERYTHING THAT A MAN NEEDS TO BE WELL DRESSED AND EVERYTHING THAT A LADY NEEDS TO BE STYLISH CAN BE FOUND AT THIS STORE CARGILLS “THE STORE THAT APPRECIATES YOUR BUSINESS” RUSTON BAKERY THE HOME OF BETTER BREAD Eat More Bread. It Is Our Best Food J. G. DAVIS PHOTOGRAPHER Ruston, Louisiana DRINK In Bottles RUSTON COCA-COLA BOTTLING CO. RUSTON, LA. Vinson’s Provident People .Jewelry Store Provide Protection “The Personal Service Shop” A Complete Line of W. F. PEARCE Merchandise INSURANCE AGENCY Repairing and Mail Order Solicited Phone 200 N. Trenton St. Ru� ton, La. DR. J. H. BARNES HOLSTEAD AND DENTIST THOMPSON Office Over Palace Drug: Store Attorneys at Law Ruston, Louisiana RUSTON, LA. LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY AND AGRICULTURAL AND MECHANICAL COLLEGE BATON ROUGE, LA. Thomas D. Boyd, A.M., LL.D. President To Louisiana Young Men and Young Women: Attendance at one’s own State University offers advantages that can¬ not be had elsewhere. This is true whether one lives in Maine, California or Louisiana. The associations formed—the friends one gains at college—are perhaps as valuable assets in after life as the knowledge acquired. The L. S. U. alumnus numbers among his personal friends young men and young women in nearly every town and hamlet in the State. There is another very important reason for entering L. S. U. at this time. Students who enter now will be grad¬ uated from the Greater Louisiana State University—will receive their diplomas from one of the best equipped insti¬ tutions of learning in the entire country and with courses of study second to none. For the general catalog or special information about any department, write to The Registrar, University Station, Baton Rouge, La.