Lowell Technological Institute - Pickout Yearbook (Lowell, MA)

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To John A. Calnin This dedication is made in appreciation of his unswerving devotion to his Alma Mater— Lowell Textile Institute. He has given unstintingly of his time and talents to further the cause of textile education, in which, as a result of his years of practical experience he is an expert. Biographical Sketch John A. Calnin was born in Lowell, November 25, 1890. He received his educa- tion at the Butler School. As he was forced by adverse circumstances to leave school Mr. Calnin obtained employment with the U. S. Bunting Company. Due to his untiring efforts to succeed Mr. Calnin gradually attained higher positions in the employ of the Stevens interests. Mr. Calnin enrolled in the Lowell Textile Evening School courses in 1920 and took a number of courses. In 1930 he completed a three year course in woolen and worsted designing. In 1931 he completed the woolen and worsted finishing courses ; and in 1932 he successfully completed a course in textile marketing. Supplement ing this comprehensive series of courses with his invaluable practical experience, Mr. Calnin is today a member of the executive force of the various Stevens plants. It is indeed with pride that we note that Mr. Calnin is the first member of the evening courses ever to become a trustee of Lowell Textile Institute. The appoint- ment of Mr. Calnin on June 30, 1934 as a trustee of the Institute proves conclusively that by strict application to the task at hand one may overcome seemingly insur- mountable obstacles. Mr. Calnin is married and makes his home with his wife in Lowell. Mr. Calnin is a member of the Roman Catholic Church and fraternally is a member of the Eagles.

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