Lowell Technological Institute - Pickout Yearbook (Lowell, MA)

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PROFESSOR RUSSELL L. BROWN 1896 — 1949

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In Memoriam I t was with sincere sorrow that the faculty and student body of Lowell Textile Institute learned of the death of the widely known educator and textile consultant who had been the Head of the Wool Department at the Institute for nine years. Professor Brown died on December 13, 1949, as a result of injuries sustained in the crash of his airplane two months before. Born in Raymond, New Hampshire, Professor Brown re- ceived his secondary education in Haverhill. While he was enrolled at Lowell Textile School, the First World War broke out. Interrupting his studies, Professor Brown’s distinguished service to his country brought to him the Silver Star citation and graduation from Saumer Artillery School. He graduated from Textile in 1921, after which he was associated with several New England textile mills. In 1929, Professor Brown returned to Textile as an Assistant Professor in the Wool Department. Taking additional courses, he re- ceived his M.S. in Textile Engineering. His fraternal interests were many, especially in Masonry, in which he had risen to the 32nd degree. He was also a member of Phi Psi Fraternity. Professor Brown will long be remembered by those who studied under him and by those with whom he had come in contact.

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President’s Message I n considering the many aspects of our present building program, it lias frequently occurred to me that there are many similarities between a college career and the construction of a building. Each requires careful plan- ning, good workmanship, and a well-defined goal. When a building is en- visioned, a suitable site must be obtained, sample borings of the ground taken, foundation and footings designed, superstructure laid out, mechanical items located, and scores of other details anticipated. Having an adequate design, the contractor then can do his work. But the best designs in the world can be of little use unless brick and mortar, wood and steel, and all the other components of the building are brought together in their proper places. This requires a blending of skill, cooperation, and diligence. A college career is mapped in a similar fashion. Probably the most im- portant initial step is the selection of the right college. With this basic de- cision accomplished, “sample borings” of the proper high-school preparation must be completed. Upon matriculation the student should strengthen his foundation and build his superstructure by careful attention to the various factors that make up college life. Hard work, patience, and courage must be present in abundance. By proper blending of all these ingredients, a college career can be a most satisfying and worthwhile experience. The members of our Senior Class are applying the finishing touches to their college career. Their “construction” is sound and well supported on a solid foundation. They have labored well and success is within their grasp. Sincere congratulations are extended to them by all members of the Institute Staff. May their lives be enriched by the future that is before them. [8]