Mary Baldwin College - Bluestocking Yearbook (Staunton, VA)

Text from Pages 1 - 228 of the 1926 volume:

' n, ■ ' ' • . 4 ' ' i i V 1 ' •Si, d , ■ «-  A. vj • i t. D DDaa DDDOaDDOD GDDD D The BfuesfocWng Pubfished by The Junior Cfass MARY BALDWIN COLLEGE Sfaunfon, Vir5[ima 1925-1926 VOLUME T!T ii n D DDDD DQDQD aODQD DDDD D TO MfSS EDTTM LATAME wf o has wonour admirafion by her rare infeffecfuaf endowmenf our g rafUude bg her posifWe and consfrucfwe work our devofion by her personaf sympathy and friendship do we affecfionafefy dedicate THE 1926 BLUESTOCKING M iss Run II I.a i axk FOREWORD S EAST AND WE5T mu some- where always meet, as each mu from the other draw mutually inspiration and renascence, so you, Seniors, have learned from every ade and nation; so may you link together Pa and Future into a Wronger Present. To you we give this book that it may serve not only in itself as a link between your udent days and the new life, but as a symbol, as the record of your greater linkage of greater things. — .a hi ory and a prophecy. TME QUEST OF LTGMT Poet Nightingale In the shadows of the Night Sings his wistful tale. Up the templed slope From the silver- sleeping vale Pilgrims dimly grope. From the topmost height Of the Holy Mount of hope See the rising light. — Katharine See. Marg Bafdwin (ALMA MATER SONG) Katharine See Lillian Ireland Thou wast born of dreams, Mary Baldwin, Mary Baldwin, Woman ' s dreams of love and true desire, Conqueror dreams with passion ' s ardor glowing Caught from Truth ' s undying pure white fire. Bom to live, to perish never. To inspire to high endeavor, To uphold that light forever, Mary Baldwin ! Thou wast built of dreams, Mary Baldwin, Mary Baldwin, Dreams of faith, the dreams of early dawn. Thou shalt live beyond time ' s farthest limit ; Dreams shall last when walls of stone arc gone. Born to live, to perish never. To inspire to high endeavor. To uphold that light forever, Mary Baldwin ! Tabfe of Confenis BEYOND THE MOON GATE VIEW SECTION THE SAGES FACULTY THE RISING SUN CLASSES IN THE LAND OF THE RISING SUN ACTIVITIES OUR SISTERS ABROAD MARY BALDWIN SCHOOLS TRADITIONS COLLECTIONS AND RECOLLECTIONS TOPSY TURVYDOM JOKES Yesl ' fis a very pfeasanf Tand FifFed wifh ogs on eifher hand. MfKADO ZHfYOME! admit us Into these, the sacred precincts. — Fkom a Iai ' ankse SdNC The gentle maidens of Japan Indulge in fancies bright. — FKO A [APAMcsh; Lk(;f.nd .hid nh ! the hrif hhicss of the sf ollrss sinn Upon the hrinichcs — Emimkok .Mi: I it TFie nobFe mind fhaf soars on F igrS Beyond fhe sfar-bespang Fed sky. -DAIN0-N0-NA!SHf-N0-5KE o f Li cs Marianna Parramork Hir.GiNS, Litt. U. Oki-iceks and Auministraturs ■ -E.MEYf The Faculty ■■ ONTGOr ' ' ' .rf ' t- ' lOVHrtf Ml The Faculty — v- l - ' V. ' -- —-—jay C . Officers and Adminisfrafors Rev. a. M. Fraser, D. D., L. L. D President Marianna p. HiGciNS, LiTT. D Dean W. W. King Business Manager Effie Josephine Bateman Secretary to the Dean Elizabeth Ruth Wallace Stenographer David E. Naill Bookkeeper Abbie Morrison McFarland, A. B Librarian Helen S. P. Williamson Presiding Teacher Gertrude L. Edmondson Supervisor of Practice Lucy B. Edmondson Matron Mary C. Bear, R. N Nurse Facuffg COLLEGE Lucie Billant, B. S., C. A. P Ecole Normale de Quimper, France French Eleanora Harris, A. B., A. M University of Chicago Mathematics Huntley Hoffman, A. B Goucher College Spanish Mary Frelinghuysen Hurlburt, A. B., A. M Wellesley College Science Edith Latane, A, B Goucher College History Nancy Witherspoon McFarland, A. B., A. M Columbia University Latin Alma Montgomery Biblical Seminary, N. Y. Bible Alice Dudek Price, A. B., A. M Johns Hopkins University Psychology and English Hermione Riches, A. B Reed College History Flora Stuart, A. B., A. M Columbia University English PREPARATORY Antoinette Billant, B. S., C. A. P Ecole Primaire Superieure, Quimperle French s C, Ellen Gordon Caldwell University of the South Literature and Rhetoric M. Caroline Eisenberg State Teachers College, Harrisonburg, Va. Elementary Department Lillian K. Ejsenberg University Summer School, Charlottesville, Va. Latin Nora Blanding Fraser, A. B Cornell University History Huntley Hoffman, A. B Goucher College History Louise Dobson Price, A. B Wellesley College Chemistry Fannie Barth Strauss University of Virginia Latin Virginia Switzer, A. B Cornell University Mathematics Marie Edna Timberlake, A. B Goucher College English India Overton White Farmville State Normal School Elementary Department SPEQAL Prof. C. F. W. Eisenberg Royal Conservatory, Leipsic Music Lillian M. Ireland Pupil of Frances Striegel Burke, N. Y. Piano Helen E. Irwin Pupil of Maestro Carlo Sebastini, Naples, Italy Voice Pearle Kiester Pupil of Herbert Witherspoon, N. Y. Voice Gertrude Ellen Meyer Reinhart School of Sculpture ; Columbia University Art Lydia Dodge Morse Normal Graduate of Boston Cooking School Domestic Science Dorothy H. Potter, A. B., A. M Columbia University Physical Education and Hygiene Prop. W. R. Schmidt Royal Conservatory, Leipsic Music Bertha M. Teague, A. B., A. M Boston University; Curry School of Expression Expression James L. Templeton Templeton ' s Business School Bookkeeping Mrs. Frank Yount Cross Eclectic School of Shorthand, California Shorthand and Typewriting HOUSEKEEPING DEPARTMENT Miss Lina Fultz Housekeeper Miss Lizzie Robinson Assistant ? G A1 Theg place a bif of springr before fheir eyes. Such as a fToweringr pFum wifh nigrhf ng afe, WWch means fhaf bngrhf dags are comingr soon .... -F. A. STORGE Learningr wifhouf fhou -hf is Tabor lost; Thou fht wifhouf learning ' is perilous. -CONFUSCTUS €, 4 TT TTT : : ' iw,: ■- : Airi: r Coffege Seniors Miss Flora Stuart Honorary Member OFFICERS Margaret Ward President Margaret Scott I ' ice-President Ellen Wallace Secretary Missouri Miller Treasurer MOTTO COLORS ' era pro gratis Silver and (ireen FLOWER Sweet Peas SENIORS ' FAREWELL TOAST It is to Mary Baldwin that wc wuulrl drink — to its white columns reaching up into the hlue — as our aspirations mount into the dream clouds of youth, to its terraces fresh and green as our memories of Mary Haldwin will ever be — to its chapel encircled with the golden halo of the i)ast. Mary Baldwin has proffered to us a cup overflowing with inspirations, with knowledge, with reverence for things past and hopes for the future. From none who love Mary lialdwin has this cup lieen withheld. Let us drink to the school with the white columns of aspiring hope that will ins|iire tii the lic t because founded on the fragrant green of memories of a school that mingles past with future ideals — ' ' d Mary KaUtwin. ■ ::Ji ' - ' -c fie.il. .MARTHA ELIZABETH CAYHART STAUNTON, VIKIWNIA Martha might well he called the Sunshine of the class, for in spite of her long assignments and extra work, one can always hear her merry laugh, especial- ly in the library. However, her optimism and splendid ability have always won for her the envied place at the top of the list, particularly in Latin, ior she is master of even the i l- ioms used in the best period of the language. Not only has she been sought after in school, but also in out- side activities she is called to various responsibilities which only serve to make her triends appreciate her more. In church work she has quite a pcr.sonal interest, as well as altruistic mcjtives I We are sure it will l rove splendid training for the future, and we wish for her the best which life has to .give. KATHLEEN COLEMAN GOODLOE STAUNTON, VIRI.INIA Wc kniiw this C ' ry attractive girl with the winning manners as Kitty — and that speaks vukimes. Kitty is the youngest memhcr of onr class, for she (lid not join us until this year. A Seminary graduate last year, she decided to return to Mary Baldwin for her degree. One of litr strong points is being on time (?) to all classes. Is Miss (ioodloe absent? No, she ' s coming. . nd she does come, just a little later! We often niarxel that she manages to do so many things. She can coniliine the tasks of school- life with the mcire entertaining things outside better than ' most anybody we know, and — well, it is perfectly impossible to de- scribe a girl like Kathleen in such a shcjrt space — everyone who meets her succumbs to the charm of her engaging i)erson- alitv. MARTHA MISSOURI MILLER CHRISTIANSnURr,, VIRCINIA Again we haxe strong proof of the piTversity of fate, and again we ask like Juliet, ami with as little expectation of be- ing answered, What ' s in a name? when we consider how the name of Misery should have been applied to one most ludicrously unfitted to bear it. (We use the advcrli indorsed- ly. ) For how could a girl car- ry a back-breaking load of wearisome, worrisome work and still retain a characteristic grin and a di ine sense of hu- mor were there not hidden somewhere between those eye- glasses and that knot of blond hair a most delightful person- ality? Our highest tribute is one paid to our heroine by a contemporary after a lively ses- sion together: That Misery Miller hasn ' t a f rai)i of sense in her head ! (Though this, like all formal tributes, must be taken with a pinch of salt.) ELIZABETH SI ' OTTS ROBERTS RICH MDNII, V1R(.1N1A Don ' t expect US, hypothetical reader, to accompHsh the ini- IMissilile; that is, don ' t Mame n.; if we tail adccjuately to portray the sifted, the inimitable, the versatile Liz ; official title, Eliz- abeth Spotts Roberts, illustrious hostess of the Muses, notably in the dramatic line, and leader of the Intclligen.fia, authority on heredity, Hamilton, and a- rious other topics— co-laborers in English XH might complete the alliteration, but we name in- stead Russia. The present plan of the jiresent Liz leans toward the last-mentioned or else to lur colony founded at the anti- podes of the Langdon-Davies Isle, on the jirinciples of W ' ig- l or fame has yet another bold on our already distin- guished graduate; she has by scientific ex|ieriment reduced the necessity of study to the perusal of two books which may be discussed in any class ! What further evidence do we need to pro e that Elizabeth Siiolts Rciberts will some day find her place in the interna- tional hall of fame? MARGARET ELIZABETH CASKIE SCOTT BURKVILLE, VIRGINIA Margaret, alias Polly, is a girl you turn around to look at and turn and go back to talk to. The gods were in a generous mood when they endowed her. In her are combined beauty and sense — add to that a dash of wit — what more could be de- sired? Mary Baldwin is proud of her because of what she has added to the school life. What would the Yellow team do without Polly as forward : Where were all the joy and mirtli of the dances without this most popular partner ? It the girls to whom poets sing praises are not hallucinations we have an idea they are some- thing like Margaret. Would that we possessed that spark of poetic genius, then we could dwell on her attractions that do not lend themselves to prose. K ATHRYN PACE STUART CHICKASAW, ALABAMA Ari-i ing at M. B. C, Page set hersell to the task of be- coming one of the leading stu- dents in her classes. She has succeeded in mastering the sub- jects which have come her way. Soon we expect to hear of some leading and 99.9% effici- ent Latin professor being this same girl. In spite of all this, she is not a book-worm, and we can see her an} ' day wending her way to town, and if we ' d stop at .Anderson ' s we ' d see her eating butter scotch pie and ice-cream, or at Holt ' s buying two yards of material with which to make a dress. Page is always wide-awake, owing to the possession cjf a Big Ben, her pride and joy. The com- binatiim of personality, wit, and a desire to lend a helping hand has made Page one of the girls of whom our .Mma Mater can always be proud. ELLEN WALLACE STUANTON, VlR(;iNIA No, that tall, dignified ladj- is not a member of the faculty, but only our own Ellen, on her way to one of her Latin classes for, excepting one thing, Ellen loves Latin best. Her chief am- bition is to teach until — well, until she gets tired of it. Ellen always manages to get a lot of serious work done and then finds time to walk by the post- office on her way home. Ellen the fair, Ellen the prim. For rich or poor, for fat or thin She always has a charming wink Which would make even a policeman blink. Beware ! such are sure to bring Catastrophe on everything. {;3i- i. ' ' Vai ' Vs MARGARET NOTTINGHAM WARD HELLIC HAVEN, VIRGINIA Margaret is Peg o ' My Heart to everyone. There is something innate aliout her that compels love and admiration. We would like to correct the saying, Red head — had tem- per. There is nothing more laughable tlian trying to im- agine Peggy in a fury. I ' ljon occasions she manifests right- eous indignation, but her dispo- sition does not sufifer from it. Peggy reminds us of a lovely white lily transplanted from a mediexal garden. It is our be- lief that this bit of loxable girl was cast in a mould reminis- cent of the time when knights were bold and ladies fair. For her dignity in presiding and her sweet freshness arc as charm- ing as if she had been Lady Margaret with llowing sleexes and a pearl cap on her auburn hair. May she always preserxe those unique (lualities that make her different and a shade (if (dd traditions. NANCY BELLE VV ATKINS CUEWE, VIH(,I IA Uiil you c cr sci. ' Pierrette, a wistful, winsome Fierrettte peeping with a pert grimace through the morning glory vines? It might ha e been Nancy in one of her Pierrette moments. Did you ever see a little girl with yellow curls and a shamefaced look on her dirty face caught stealing cookies? The name of Nancy just tastes of hot ginger cookies (pcrhajis it ' s some such suliconscious trait that makes her such a sympathetic store-keeper). But Nancy is not the only person concerned, remember. There is Miss Watkins with the correct, or at least intelligent, answer ready in class. There is Wat- kins of basketball, in the gym. There is Nancy of evening dress, and Nancy of college gown. .And there is the Nancy of all, who is best of all, for this is the Nancy of all our hearts. rARGUERITE GERTRUDE WELLER STAUNTON, VIRI.INIA Lest you lie a little awed, conventionally gentle reader, l)y the scholastic-looking Senior pictured at the top, note the smile of the little lady who ap- pears below, and remcml)cr that the Marguerite we know is merely the same little girl grown older and e en more at- tractive. For all of us who know her must admit the at- tractiveness of her Madonna face, her gentle manner, and her intelligent and optimistic iiutlook. Marguerite lives down the pike and hra cs snowstorms to meet her class- es. .Might we add that her in- terests also lie down the pike — perhaps so far as Winches- ter? The little girl in the pic- ture looks as if she might have been picking a handful of her namesake flower ; can ' t we im- agine her older edition pulling the petals too? For her iirst n;imc rhymes very well with tlir adjective sweet. ' ' !StiW H sfdrwii l From fmmi rranf fo Tnvenfor (CLASS HISTORY) allllllimilllUflltlUm T is with great hesitancy that we assume the task of giving to 2 the world a history of our class — to treat of those members who by future historians probably greater than ourselves will be dealt Z with as becomes their rank and genius. However, let us turn — introspecting minds to the contemplation of the past four years, jj Even in retrospect our Freshman year is not one to be envied. 1 Rather it is one that we omit even when prone to idealize the 2 past. It is a subject that is taboo — memories of which are sup- 2 pressed into our inner consciousness. But alas, when we suc- cumb to the arms of Somnus these humiliating memories creep j| J past the little censor into our minds — and then we dream !— of rats, rats, rats, being scourged throughout every corner of Mary Baldwin. The upper classmen in vain searched for a pied piper to rid them of these pests. So the rats were first harassed — and then were endured with spiritual fortitude. Dreams always are jumpy— Suddenly from rats we were transformed into superhuman beings — called Sopho- mores — having twice the brain power and thrice the modesty of ordinary humans. It was such a relief to awaken from this nightmare to the realization that we were not animals or pests after all, but real people — or maybe it wasn ' t a dream at all — but only a conclusive proof of evolution. From Rat to Sophomore. How astounding! However, it wouldn ' t be fair to nature to leave all the transforming to her, so we organized into a class. The following officers were elected to steer us through our pioneer stage : President, Margaret Ward ; Vice-President, Marguerite Rutherford ; Secretary, Martha Gayhart ; Treasurer, Eleanor Brownfield. This was a period of finding ourselves, of realizing that college is not a playground. Suffice rt to say that evolution was still at work, for as we disbanded temporarily at the end of the year our minds had dwindled to the regulation size and our modesty adjusted to suit our station. The third year we burst forth in all our splendor and glory. Behold the Juniors ! Nature had contrived to dispense with the obvious ignorance so naively displayed in our Freshman year and with the insufferable egotism of the Sophomore year. In their stead she provided us with serious thoughts, with ambitions, and ideals. These new endowments in some way equipped us to take part in the literary, religious, and athletic activities in our environment. . ' Ks Juniors we edited The Bluestocking which won All- American rating by the Central In- terscholastic Press Association under the School of Journalism in the University of Wiscon- sin. Nor was the social side undeveloped. What pleasant memories of the teas — of riding through Buffalo Gap when the trees were decked out in their most colorful autumnal foliage, of the picnic feast out many miles from Staunton, of that impressive and cherished event — the Junior-Senior banquet. The perfection of our Senior year has been marred by only one bitterness — the traditional metamorphosis that accompanies the progress from Junior to Senior failed to occur. For the first time nature failed us. It was futile to flaunt a high hat air even if we were the intelli- gence of the school, because our physical could not cope with our mental progress. .As we have lamented Dame Nature adopted an economic trend of mind and employed the laissez- faire idea. Otherwise we ' re absolutely satisfied with ourselves — even in danger of degenerat- ing to the egotism of our second year. On Thanksgiving evening for various, sundry, and pecuniary reasons we impressed the public with a play — after which we were entertained at a lovely dinner. Just after Thanks- giving we introduced the Friday afternoon teas into the Mary Baldwin social program. To all appearances we were humanitarians reviving under-nourished students. However, there was a method in this humanitarian madness. We were hoarding money to pay for the die for our Senior Class rings, which we had succeeded in having adopted as the first standard Marv- Baldwin ring. The hardships of our last year fade into oblivion in the contemplation of the benefits receivedj of the helpful advice given by our teachers and friends, and the deep joy that comes from the consciousness of having completed four years in preparation for the great school of life which we will enter when our dreams of graduation have materialized. Our dream for the future classes is that they will achieve things we have striven for, realize the standards we have sought to attain — and may we add, sometimes think of us lest we number among the ships that pass in the night. ,, I ' — Nancy Watkins. And Mexf - - - ? Slowly I dropped my long black student gown And doffed the sacred cap Then I opened the old Venetian chest. It was a lovely chest, my dear, all carved With tales of how the Greek and Trojan warred, And there were laid away my worn-out dreams of life. The first a tiny baby dress With feather stitching yellowed now with age .... Was my much cherished christening robe. I was to be a credit to the family But I cried ! Did you see, my dear, the scalloped pink dress ? I wore it the first day I went to school. School I thought was just a place to eat Nice lunches, packed in bright tin boxes ! Poor little dress, you soon were disillusioned ! There were stiff, uncomfortable desks you had to sit in. Sit and sit and sit and sit in, ' Till your crispness was all wilted. I was confirmed in this white dress. My dear, though I knew nothing of the church Except that Mary Russell (she was my closest friend And not considered one bit smarter) Was joining too. Besides, I wanted the white dress, And ' twas awfully nice to have the minister Talk to you seriously about your problems As if you were grown up. But afterwards you were expected to always sit I; 31 ■!.■.•  ■ • vs ' Vs Prim and straight every single Sunday in the family pew I had not thought religion was just that. Look the first dress I wore a-dancing (I was just sixteen, romancing Everything would lie as lovel)- as the color of its rose !) Even now I can remember how it thrilled me When he asked me Where I lived, and noted in a leather book my words ! For weeks I sat and waited I thought he meant to call ! (iently I fold m_ ' somber student gown And slowly place it in the chest. Where is the surpassing sureness I thought Would be stored in your folds? I ' ve discovered there is nothing you certainly know .... Only the challenge of life ! .So I place } ' ou, too, in the chest. r ut the wind (I suppose ' twas the wind) Made me shudder with sudden cold: What dress is waiting for me In the rolie-room of the F ' uture ? Perhaps ' twill be all shimmering with radiant silver lights, 1 almost know it will be lovely Hut I wonder just what stvle . ' ' Silver, sureh ' .... Listen, dear, how I am raving, Always silver dresses craving! Life is silver just in spots. — Elizabeth Spotts Roberts. UMLWlNCTOStl SporfWe Seniors Sept. IS — Presentei with French charms liy Miss Stuart. Oct. 27 — S o p h o - more - Senior Kntt-r- tainment. Nov. 7, 13. 20 — Si- nior Teas. Nov. 2 6 — C 1 a .s s Plays — Beans — A Fantas. The Rescue — A Tragedy The Florist Shop — A Conieil.N ' Nov. 26 — Entertained l y Miss Stuart at the Hid Homestead. Nov. 27 — Donated die Uiv Senior ring ' s to M. B. C. Dec. 16 — Arrival of fiiKt standard M. B. C. rings. Jan. 30, Peb. 26. Mar. M , May 21 — Garden I ' aily (afternoon). Class l ' la ' (evening). May 23 — Baccalauri m. Sermon (morning). Sinn.i Y. W. C. A. Service (e .ii- infc). May 24 — Received ! ' ' ■- grees (morning). May 2, j — Adieu to Aliii;i ll.-itrr. IS n X Lol the pifjnm sees .... Gianf servants of the shnne. -SEHCHf WAT5UDA The Junior Cfass Marguerite Dunton President Dorothy Curry Vice-President Margaret Bowen Secretary Maurine Tully Treasurer Edvthe Richcreek I r- . ,, „ i S erqcants-at-Arms Mary Terrell j HONORARY MEMBER Miss Edith Latane MOTTO Conjiwctis Viribns FLOWER COLORS Marechal-Niel Rose Blue and Gold The Dozen ' s ' Daifg Dozen A strenuous one is our Junior Class In our exercises we are terribly fast. Each member has a special way, Her daily dozen, to do each day. The dummy works our Marguerite But never tires her voice so sweet. Hisey chases ads ; when tired of this race She rests and talks to Angel-Face. Tully our jester, witty and bright Toils to keep our humor just right. f ' oor K. See works all the time. She trains herself composing rhyme. The kodak on a sunny day Is wielded by our Elsie Gray. Trotter uses all her sense To cut down annual expense. Edythe wears herself away Collecting day pupils for the play. Elizabeth R , hard-working lass Will take many honors for our class. X Bluestocking teas Margaret is there With money and change always to spare. Quietness is Etta ' s charm Which keeps her out of mischief and harm. .Arranging flowers keeps Mary running For in decorating, she is skilful and cunning. Fate has been hard on Editor Curry She ' s entered a life of work, wear and worry. y Class of ' 27 Age fo Youfh (For the Class of 1927) Gay Youth came running down the street, All joy and hope, Like a flame let loose in windy air. And when that he had passed us by. 1 turned to look at Age, who walked with me ; And lo ! he was transformed — A tender, wistful, subtle smile, And eyes that gazed and strained to follow that bright thing, Too light and ([uick for us to keep anear. Again a day and Youth had passed us by. A passion of wild sorrow swept him on, He tried to run from grief. Pain was so strange, so new He could not bear that one should even l)ind hi wumid. Again I looked at Age, Forsooth so calm, so cold : Rut lo ! a sorrow old as man, A mystic grief. And arms outstretched in comprehending love. Ah. children, children ! Being old. we know. The body faileth us. The years press down, ' e cannot go as in the days of yore. We cannot give the signs ye under.stand ; I)Ut we do Icjve ye. And we know us next of kin. -Edith Latane. JoMy Jumors Oct. 7 — Miss Lataiie fiitcr- taincd. Oct. 22 — AriHOunccmeiit nf Bluestocking Staff, Oct. 30— Tea in lienor of shnicn. No . -I — R c c e i V e d iiri i- Icges. Nov. 25 — Tea at Breezy H Fell. 6 — junior L ' arni al. ell. 26 — Farewell Break fast to .Miss Latane. . |i r i 1 11) — Junior-Senio anquet. t X AS it, f, h. ffJ? There ' s nof a frace upon her face Of diffidence or shyness, -THE MIKADO-GfLBERT P § The Sophomore Cfass OFFICERS LuciLE GoRiN President Alice McCabe Vice-President Agnes Braxton Second Vice-President Caroline Wood Secretary Elizabeth Hume Treasurer Miss Nancy McFarland Honorary Member MOTTO Niti nee cedere FLOWERS COLORS Lilac and Daffodil Lavender and Gold MEMBERS Margaret Arundale Flora George Mildred Luckett Frances Ballenger Elise Gibson Alice McCabe Helen Baylor Lucile Gorin Dorothy Miller Florence Bantly Doris Hankins Dorothy Naff Henrietta Bedinger Helen Hiner Katherine Perry Clara Beery Louise Jackson Margaret Patterson Virginia Bivens Martha Johnson Dorothy Powell Agnes Braxton Nettie Junkin Ethel Ratch ford Mary Margaret Bumgardner Elizabeth Knight Frances Ruckman Dorothy Dyer Kitty Lambert Irene Wallace Dorothy Exline Caroline Wood The Cfass of 28 Nettie Junkin — Clara Beery (Cornell Boat Song) We are the class of ' 28 The Sophs of M. B. C. ; In everything we hold our own A valiant class are we ; Our colors lavender and gold We to the end uphold, In everything we say or do To them we will be true. So here ' s to the class of ' 28 Of the dear old M. B.C.; To our class and to our classmates We ' ll ever loyal be; We ' ll work and play together And sing right merrily ; Her Spirit we can ne ' er forget — ' 28 of M. B. C. ! Class oi ' iS Every Soph (With Apologies to Everyman) DRAMATIS PERSON. [ Sophomores ( CIripe Session Class Patron The Golden Bowl Virtues I Class Officers l ' lccs I Fll-nking Habit Privileges Others labelled Neurone and 1 I- ' atulty I names of novels, etc. Scene — A large,, comfortable room. .It center hack three steps lead up to a closed gate. Soph and Patron enter from oppo. ite .ddes. Soph : Howdy, Class Patron, Fm liack again. Class Patron : Well, really, you don ' t know how t lad I am to see you back. My sister and I were just speaking of you the other day. clear Sophomore. Did you have a good summer? Some of that green hue of last year has gone. You look so well. Soph : Well, if I must be a fool as I was last year, I can at least be a wise one this year. Class Patron: I must go on, hut I ' m so glad to see you hack. (Goes out.) Soph (seating herself J : Feels good to be a Sophomore. C)h (J ' ices enter and surround Soph, singing): Chorus: You ' ve got to know all about us before we ' re through with you. Golden Bowl (coming forward and opening two huge volumes she carries): See the pages you must read and be able to discuss intelligently, too ; also these others — (waving her hand to other vices who file across back stage in lock step.) Soph : Oh dear. I shall never do it. I wish I were home or dead. I wish Gripe Session : M - dear, how mistreated and miserable you are ! ! ! (Virtues enter. Class Officers pass cheering refreshments around pro- miscuously.) Faculty: Now see here, Soph. You can and you will. Privilege (breaking in): Besides, _ -ou can go walking unchaperoned this year and to the movies and — But look ! (Vices throzv off their black capes to emerge in bright colors.) I ' acl ' lty: See, how interesting they are! Class Patron : And now there is only one nioie thing to conquer before you enter the gate to the L ' pper Classmen, and that is that awful FLUNKING HABIT. (At this Flunking Habit rises from where he has lain before the gate. Soph fights and overcomes him.) Class Patron: This is perfectly splendid! (The gate opens and they all troop into a sunlit garden beneath a silver sign — Juniors.) (■) c t ) b e r — Hadoween Party Sniihomorc-Senior Entertain iiu-nt. Ncxcnihcr— Mnvifs. Miss Mc I ' arlanfl ' s Tea at I ' rct Hill. I ii ceiiiber — Movies. IMiruary — Benefit for Founda- tion Fund. Movies. March — Movies. |.i-il— Movies. Easter Party Mav— Picnic. Movies. Fmal I offucrt t«Tt« mrt Tn fhe second monfh fhe peach free blooms. But not til! the ninth the chrgsanthemums. — So each must wait til! his own time comes. -A JAPANESE PROVERB n T e Freshman Cfass OFFICERS Dorothy Wigginton President Mary Garland Taylor Vice-President WiLHELMiNA EsKRiDGE Secretary Myra Gene Stallard Treasurer Rebecca White 1 Standard Bearers Katherine Crawford J Miss Eleanora Harris Honorary Member MOTTO Finis Coronat Opus FLOWER COLORS The Calendula Orange and Green EMBLEM CLASS DAY The Shamrock March 17th Eleanor Adams Effie Anderson Margaret Arey Martha Jones Bass Margaret Baylor Frances Bondurant Virginia Brooks Mary Leola Brown Elizabeth Burns Catharine Crafton Katherine Crawford Eunice Diamond Mary Elizabeth Doswell Virginia Druesedow Elizabeth East Mary Wilson Eldred Wilhelmina Esuudge Mae Evans MEMBERS Lillian Franz Elizabeth Gill Sarah Frances Guthrie Francina Hardie Elizabeth Hollis Martha Hood Janet Humphrey Jennie Hunt Mae Irvine Frances Jenkins Nancy Cooper Johnson Lydia Jordan Katherine Macdonai.d Cecelia McCue Anna Catherine McMahon Blanche Martin Rebecca Messick Elizabeth Miller Dorothy Morriss Ruth Naff Edith Roache Adelaide Seal Eleanor Shanks Phyllis Shumate Myra Gene Stallard Ruth Stone Mary Garland Taylor Mary Waide Lois Walker Rebecca White Selma White Dorothy Wigginton Helen Wigginton Helenora Withers Dorothy Wright Rena Yates li.Ass ..K -29 A Hofe From a Newcomer Mary Baldwin College, Staunton, Virginia, April 1, 1926. Dere Mamie : I would have wrote you soonjr hut I have heen to Inisy getting educated. The Freshman Class are all little hells and there ain ' t none of ' em here that ' s done right by us. We ' ve had to give everybody in this hole school a party and pay for them and us too, but all the rest of ' em had such a good time we couldn ' t hold any hard feelings against ' em. Our latest was a blow-out for the Juniors, and it made our Sunday school suppers back home look sick. The girls wore dresses without any sleeves (I ain ' t sure there mothers knew it) and the tables was all decorated in our class colors, Orange and Green. All the other classes laughed when we picked ' em out, said something about beeing very appropriate. The orange was all right because several of the girls have orange dresses and sweaters, and maybe they was throwing off on us about the green. I ain ' t sure. Some girl at the banquet made a speech about our four points. Exercise is a great one even if I ain ' t reduced. Attendance is anotheren, but what with going away week-ends and staying in the Infirmary when we have a test, we don ' t keep up so well. Scholarship is the worst one, I ' ve been making D ' s and E ' s most of the year, which ain t so bad, it seems to me, for a Freshman. I think A ' s and B ' s are what we ' re aiming for, but I ain ' t sure. The most important is Service, and I reckon if they took a census of the U. S. the Freshman at M. B. C. would be listed as the Original Servers. There is some body in this class that ' s always the very person for everything that comes along. If its piano playing they call on Blanche Martin. My piano playing don ' t rate as well here as it did in Slab Fork. Ruth Stone is a great big Freshie and she keeps her muscle strong by cut- ting cake. I ' ve heard she serves a little to herself on the side. Mary G. Taylor makes all the speeches that are needed and Dorothy Wiggintnn is a fine body guard for our sponsor, Miss Harris. Miss Harris has got a little jay-bird cousin out in Kansas that sits on a tele- phone pole and chews gum. She uses him to teach us Algebra by — I hojje he comes up here to see her some day — Algebra ' d be easier to study. I ' ll be coming home Ijefore long and tell you the rest. , Your friend. Sue. CUM fl!««R-C(UmHII.A Frisky Freshmen Nov. 13 — Class Entertained h the Sponsor. Miss Harris. Nov. 19 — Tea at Breezy Hill. Dec. 14 — Christmas Tree Party. Jan. IS — Class Tea given by l u- officers. Jan. 26 — Freshmen appe:i nil with their new class pin. Feb. 5 and 19 — Fudge made by and for Freshmen. Feb. 12 — Valentine Party. Feb. 19 — Went to the S. M. A.- F. M. S. Basketball Game. Feb. 26 — Freshman Sandwich March 1 — The Orange and the Green displayed tor first time. March 17 — Freshnian-Junior Banquet. March 26 — Freshman stationery on sale. April 9 — Party to celebr:itp birthdays of all Freshmen. Auril 23 — Bluestocking Ben. lit put on by Freshmen. May S — Hike and breakfast on top of Betsy Bell. I- 5 UtfWR5-5(RV« W ien you come fhus fTickenn f, T am dIeTudledl! When you come thus fwinkTingr, ! am bewifcSedl! -TAICHOKNE .-c-f ?- ' K Senior Speciafs Miss Lii.i ian Ireland Honorary Mriiihcr FLOWER COLORS Pansv ],avxn(lfr and fiold OFFICERS ELizAiiirni Ragan President Hi:i.i:n Wai.tiioik Secretary and Treasurer Ei.siE RosK.MiKKC.Kk Class Historian Elizabeth HeIiMBach Class Pro[ liet Emily Ramsey Trophy Bearer VIRGINIA LENORE BIVENS Ardmore, Oklahoma GRADUATE IN PIANO Ah, Virginia ! What a task to de- pict in mere words the quantity and riuahty of this lady ' s accomplish- ments! In the presence of musical genius we have always been abashed — so it is in writing of this one. Bivens is always able to entertain ! If you arc one of the cultured, her musical performance is one of that classic type that moves the spheres ! If of the Philistines, she has a stock of humor and a flow of wit that has sufficed to melt the hearts of the staidest faculty members. We hope that Virginia will rise to fame through her talents. If she is able to overcome a small-sized mountain that lies in her way, she will deserve our highest praise and the best possible success. JANET PEYTON BRAND Waynesboro, Virginia, GKADUATE IN AKT, I ' lA.VO, OUGAX Love, szveetiicss. beauty, from Iter ferson shine. So stveet, so genlle. and so refined And that ' s not saying half. It would take pages and pages to tell of the many merits and talents of Janet. She is the girl who always picks out the hardest task to do, and com- pletes it with highest honors, ere the rest of us poor mortals have begun. When she plays the piano and or- gan even the oldest classics sound in- teresting. But modern jazz is her si)ecialty, and it gives you a thrill to hear her play it. In the field of art Janet is quite as unusual and carries off most of the prizes. In fact, she is the very soul of versatility. Added to this is an attractive ])cr- sonality and a dreamy outlook on life from which we hope she will ne cr awaken. M AkY ELIZABETH BROWN Swoope, Virginia (.KAIirATp: IN l)ICI- AMI PIANO A liurxc. a horse, my kiiigduin for a horse! Thus cries Elizalieth when she is tired of practising piano or xocaliz- ing. For being our one and only song bird, she is kept rather busy and en- joys a change of exercise; and a horse furnishes that for her. Elizabeth is dependable, always there, and always ready to help — al- ways cheerful. The way to Betsy ' s heart is through her horses which, ac- cording to the latest census, were only nine. Yes, she nas plenty of room in her heart for other biological forms, notably the human race ; for Betsy is companionable and loyal. Finally she is the kind of a girl to whom we can gixc the high praise of a good sport and the kind we like to ha c for a friend. I ' .l.i.SE 111-: (;K. NT lOKNM.AN .Marietta, I ' ennsyK ania CRADUATK IN ART Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon them. We don ' t know whether Elise obtained this title by heredity or by personal achievement or whether it was tossed to her by some gracious god. But the fact re- mains, she is a great artist. No Bi.n-.SToCKiNc. of recent years has been complete without her character- istic talent displayed on its pages. Elise is quiet, sincere, and straight- forward. She has ability and what- r er she undertakes she does well. How we would do without her is in- deed hard to imagine. So depend- able, so cheerful, and so modest of her achievements! Yet what a sense of humor. Such is our artistic friend, whose whole well rounded character finds expression in her art. CAROLYN GOCHENOUK Staunton, Virginia (.RADfATF IN PI A NO, OKI .A.N By music minds an equal Icmf cr knocc Nor yiccll too liiqli nor sink too Carolyn is a girl whom every one likes because of her sweet disposition. She is full of the determination to complete what she has started and to do it the best she can. No wonder she is so versatile. Our efficient Caro- lyn plays the piano and pipe organ in her church and sings because she loves to sing. .Although she takes part in many activities, she has al- ways time to lend a helping hand. Her optimistic views on life no doubt come from her philosophy : A little nonsense noii. ' and then Is relished by the iinsest men. ELIZ.ABETH HHIMB.VCH Allentown, I ' enns l ania liRADUATE IN ART The purpose of this article is to de- pict the magnificent qualities of a noble Senior. Raving about her would not e.Nactly do her justice, you have to know Heimbach. She it is whose most dominant characteristic is opposed to anything but the utmost frank sincerity. There- fore, leaving out any superfluous ad- jectives, we extend to her our uncon- cealed admiration. Heimbach does not consider the -American Rexolution the most glori- ous war ever fought, nor .Allentown the most unique and worthwhile city. In other words, she is not provincial. She is ali e and inquiring, a person well read, of charming manners, an asset to society, esjiecially Mary Bald- win, and a loyal companion. k ' F -5 FRANKIE BF.E HONAKF.K Princeton, West Virginia (.KA1IUATI-; l VIOLIN Allow mc to present Miss Frankie Honaker — the essence of daintiness and the quintessence of petiteness. In writing of her it is absolutely im- perative that the dictionary be at hand to refer to for the correct forms of the superlatives. She reminds us of Titania, the Queen of the Fairies, and then again of the mischievous Puck and his tantalizing fun. Her approach is generally signified by the sound of a prissy little step, a head tossed up in the clouds, and a black- case, almost as big as herself, tucked under her arm. For the most charac- teristic part of Frankie is her fiddle (she refuses to call it by any other name). One with such talent and ability and witli a fiddle as her cbaiii|iiiin will ne er be forgotten liy .MARY j. NE L. N(;K I Inirchville, Virginia i.K.Mn A n-; i. Ai;i l.iixely lirown liair with just a ting; ' ill gold, blue eyes that twinkle nicr- lily; a sunny disposition and a bright smile for everyone — that ' s Mary Lange. I know it is proper to say lovely things about our worthy Seniors, hut this is not mere blarney for the sake of being proper. .And can she draw? regular artist. Her work is excel- lent, so entirely original. But though talented and endowed with natural gifts, Mary is not conceited. To show how little she thinks of her crowning glory she is actually thinking of bo ' u- iiing it. Ye ' ' ods ! that such a thing should happen. Then we would be fcjrccd to hunt another title for her lather than The (iirl with the Beau- tiful Hair. ANNE MAY LORY Charleston, West Virginia i;i(AI)UATK IN PIANO, ORCAN West Virginia must be an awfully nice state, for it seems to have some awfully nice people in it, as we ha e already found out from the sample sent us from there. Anne is shy and modest to a certain degree, which, by the way, only makes her the more attractive. A blush is very becoming to her, and evidently she is aware of the fact. Be that as it may — Anne can play the piano with no little ease, and the or- gan is but a puppet in her hands. The Muse which endowed this little friend was certainly generous with her gifts. We hope she w ' ill continue her musical studies in the future. ELIZABETH BKOWNINCi MacCONNELL CRAIIUATK IN AUT .A quiet, sincere, and loyal friend is Elizabeth, and the jiossessor of a sweet and charming nature. Enviable characteristics, are they not ? Wc have not as yet mentioned her ar- tistic ability, which is of that superior type that always gets you somewhere. As a room-mate, she is unexcelled ! Enough said ! However, we must adil that Elizabeth is a good sport at any- thing and a good student in every- thing. Pardon me, I mean a good student in everything with any sense t i it — which of course excludes ge- ometry. Elizabeth would like to study com- mercial art in New York next winter. Nothing would be too good for her, so we hope she gets her wish granted. But it will be a sad loss to Mary Baldwin when she leaves us. 4 |ipmilOTrKtilF£SI ' S SARAH BALDWIN MARTIN Macon, Georgia GRADUATE IN ART ii ' luit ' s i}i a }taiuef tliat whirh i ' c call a rose I ' v aiiv nthcr name icould xiiicll as ■cct: she not Sarah So Sarah zvoiild, ii ' i called. Retain that dear perfection Which she owwj- ztnthout a title. Perhaps Mary Baldwin has never before had a girl who will leave just the iniique influence which Sarah will undoubtedly leave behind her. She has a quiet method of working: a slight air of detachment, and yet is a perfect companion. Her deep-rooted sympathy, her slow, drawding voice, and her dreamy attitude — all of these have ])laced Sarah in the coveted po- sition wdiich she holds among us. The Y. W. are wondering who will so elliciently handle their money next year, and the studio pupils are bc- wailin.g her departure from their midst. KLIZ.VBETH ADAMS RAGAN Gastonia, North Carolina GRADUATE IN EXPRESSION First in fun, first in symjiathy, first in the hearts of her classmates, Ragan is the rightful possessor of George ' s thus modified title. Eager as a child licaming with delight over a pro- spective visit, she has captivated us line and all. Clever and entertaining to listen to — (for you know she just must talk) — you arc busy watching her eyes, her features as they follow her every line on thought. This also applys to her stage declamations, for Expressing is Ragan ' s most fran- tic accomplishment. Ragan has sympathy, that all-im- portant item in an attractive person- ality. Tn fact Nature has graciously endowed her with an abundance of lioth abstract and concrete qualities so that she is well equipped as an excellent Senior. EMILY VIRGINIA RAMSEY Front Royal, Virginia t;KADUATE IN EXPRESSION Emily proves the adage that good things come in small packages. She ' s little of stature, but massive of mind. When Emily begins to Express (as Ragan says) why the rest of us keep quiet and listen. Such poise was never equalled by Cicero mounted on the rostrum. But Expressing is not all that Emily does. She is tremendously in- terested in psychology. At present she is considering a course at John ' s Hopkins for further study in that in- teresting new science. Whether she decides to resume her studies or whether she chooses the more roman- tic future — which we can all testify is in store for her — there is only a bril- liant career awaiting this little class- mate. ELSIE . 1. TH1LUA ROSENBERCiER Winchester, Virginia CiRADUATE IN PI ANO AND ORCiAN It shouldn ' t be hard to write about Elsie, a girl with so many splendid qualities; her striking type of beauty, her gift of music, her charm of per- sonality and strength of purpose — all the elements that go to the making up of a harmoniously rounded character. Yet this, paradoxically enough, is where the difficulty rises; for a well rounded character, like a sphere, is a difficult and elusive thing to grasp. Where the stream runneth smoothest The water is deepest. She reminds us of her own ' organ music, with massive depths and ec- static heights, yet all under p erfect control ; the effect of neither key nor score, I)Ut of an intangible something in the musician. .And surely it is not merely association that makes us feel the presence of fine harmonics when we think of Elsie. KLIZABETH CARROLL SMITH New York City i.HAllllATK IN F.XPRESSiON ho at Mary Baldwin needs to be introduced to Carroll? Surely we Seniors would never have gotten along without her. Carroll is so good-natured (she would ha e to be considering who she rooms with). Her cheerful countenance and happy ilisposition have succeeded in rescuing us Seniors from many threatened cases of blues. Though quiet and un- assuming, we can always depend on Carroll. She is the kind that always understands and is ready to help. Who in school doesn ' t like to hear Carroll recite? Why, with a few words she can transport us into a gay fairyland of elves and fairies. The realization of her heart ' s desire is the wish we make for one of our most lo ed, most admired, and most .gifted Seniors. KLIZABETH BYKD X ' ENABLE Chattanooga, Tennessee (,K. lll Al !•: IN . UT I ' ) rd has the distinction of being the only minister ' s daughter in the class. Yet sue claims even a still greater distinction in that of an artist. . rt just expresses Byrd, down to the tips of her sensitive fingers. She moves among us, quaint and whimsi- cal, with the face of some old minia- ture. ,A more good-natured indivi- dual could never he found — for who can imagine Byrd not in the best of humor? .A thoughtful person and true friend is this warm-hearted lass. She works with enthusiasm whether designing costumes for The Music llox Revue or laboring o cr an in- tricate ])oster for Y. W. The very soul of sympathy and unselfishness, she has won a warm place in the hearts of us all. ■ :■ HELEN CLAYTON WALTHOIR Savannah, Georgia I.RADUATE IN ART Helen, the Jazz Hound, Helen, the hanji) banger, Helen the toe dancer, and (last hut not least ! Helen, the artist. We are exhausted from relat- ing the merits of so talented and ver- satile a creature, . ttractive from the top of her sleek black hair to the toe of her tiny slipper, is Helen. Helen wants to study some more, but she ' s weary of beine confined in a mere school. So she is planning to spend next winter in the Metropolis, live in an apartment, and be associ- ated with several studios. Perhaiis that will be a fitting en- vironment for her, but we feel that Mary Baldwin has first claim on her and at present, She is our own and we are rich in havin - such a jewel. Cfass Song- Tune — Sweetheart of Sigma Chi Our school days have ended, as they will do, And our parting hour draws nigh. We sorrow at leaving comrades true — The pals of days gone by. The world will need the best we can do, So we must not delay longer here. Rut each must say, though it cost a tear. Farewell, Classmates, farewell. Farewell to the days that are past and gone. The dearest days I know, Each memory of our school days here Shall live on forcvcrmore. The voyage of life has just begun. Our fortunes we must find. So with tear-dimmed eyes we ' ll say our goodbye To the friends that we leave behind. As we stand on the lirink of the ri er o And gaze on an unknown sea, We gather courage to buffet the tide For our craft well-builded be. As the years drift on and we try to find Every joy that a life may hold, We ' ll turn the pages of memory To our school days of old. f life CoMeg-e Specials By E, Ramsey C — Can she play a fiddle ? Frankie, I mean — Yes, she can, what ' s more she ' s keen. O — Oh, for words to describe our President Ragan, Who ' s done everything for us, even down to beggin ' L — Lange (Mary) ' 11 not sink to the vulgar mart For she has devoted her life to art. L — Look at that stunning brunette over there, It ' s Elsie, you know, Iiy her black curly hair. E — Iv Brown, graduating in piano and voice, Should surely find many careers of her choice. G — Great are the praises Wathour has won For her many charms have not escaped one. E — Elizabeth Heimbach has gifts all her own, Besides art — in society she ' s quite at home. S — .Smith, oh, yes, Carroll, jolly and gay May she get Brown some sunny day. P — Perhaps you know Betsy, a senior in Prep, As well as in art, she ' s not carelessly slept. E — Exactly ! The wizard you heard was Anne Lory, For playing is her crowning glory. C — Can ' t you imagine artist Elsie, sitting there, As the model herself with those eyes, that hair! I — In conquermg art, piano, and organ, J. Brand, Holds great mystic worlds in her capable hand. A — Always on hand when we ' re at wits end. Here ' s to Byrd, ever helpful friend. L — Lest we forget Bivens in her far-away state, Let ' s have a reunion at some early date. S — Sarah Martin comes from the sunny South-land, The girl with the skillful and hel])ful hand. ' 2—2x11 are 22, Best luck in the world, Cartjline, to you, 6 — 6x0 is zero ycni see — And that zero is little me. As THE Gods Uf.ckkeii . unnaijf ThREC rMnDCCriT ABf=?oAc:7 I ' vi: Takkn Mv i- ' uN Whkui; I ' vk Found Ii a S iC ■c E Mankind may a?! acclaim her I -THE MfKADO- GILBERT Domesfic Science Seniors MOTTO ' The mission of the ideal woman is to make the whole world homelike. AIM To attain ef ficiency; to add to it self-control ; and to gain poise. AMBITION To do something each day to make some one a little happier. CLASS OFFICERS We need have only one officer — Miss Morse AS WE KNOW OURSELVES Evelyn Carhart Wearing all that weight of learning, lightly, like a flower. Nell Gwyn We find big things are made of little things. Mary Hodge Sleep first; work last. Katherine Huff She loves to laugh, she loves to walk. And oh! good night! she loves to talk! Carter Jaudon she will, she will; you may depend on that. Lauretta Kitchen Happy am I, from care I ' m free; Why aren ' t they all contented like me? Iola Kirby A merry heart maketh a cheerful countenance. Mary Ratchford will not feel the weight of any failure until it actually arrives. Ruth Thompson Haste breeds delay. Mary Wagaman Live, and learn. Virginia VValthour ' Tis hard to know, and yet keep silent. Mary White Quiet people are zvelcome everywhere. Purposingr without performingr is mere fo!?y. —JAPANESE PROVERB i ' ' ' Deck the madden fsSr Tn her ToveTiness . . . —THE WfKADO-GILBERT % Y .w— ::: ■•— ' iaf—c A t.c. Coffe fe Specials Anne Alvis Jessie Anderson Julia Ball Mary Aurelia Barton Garnett Brown Ellen Burkholder Helen Bussey Mary Campbell Evelyn Carhart Virginia Cecil Alma Clark Ruth Cohron Sallie Crouse Virginia Davidson Nell GYvifN Lucille Hamilton Virginia Hamner Mary Boone Hawpe Carter Jaudon Elizabeth Kingman lOLA KlRBY Lauretta Kitchen Hallie Latta Virginia Leap JaneLoreman Annie B. McClain Vivian Masterson Katharine Perry Julia Louise Peters RoBENA Lyne Marshall Price Mary Frances Ratchforii Edith Merrill Roache Jane Clark Roberts Mildred Craven Roberts Lois Elaine Schoonovek Helen Travis Strong On. LI 1.1 Si ' i My Voice Was All Tremp.lv (From a Diary of a Japanese School Girl) With joyous shouf and nng-ing ' cheer Inau furate our brief career, —THE MIKADO— GILBERT Fourfh Year Preparaforg Miss Fannie Strauss Honorary Meiiihcr OFFICERS Lois Foote President Mary Linton Walton Vice-President Mae Van Wagenen Secretary and Treasurer Jean Haynes Cliairnuiii of Entertainment Connnittee Miss Fannie Strauss Honorary Member MOTTO Dux fciiiiiiii j ' acli FLOWER COLORS Larks])ur Sapphire and Silver MEMBERS Laura Brown Thanks fur the Buggy Ride Mary Francks Cooke Alabamy Bound Lois Footi-: Yankee Doodle Jean Haynes Dixie Elizabeth Johnson I ' m a Tarheel Born Elisabath MacConnei.i That Certain Party Virginia Rckisa Show Me the Way to Go Home Janet Stockton O ! Look at Those Eyes Viola Symons Roll ' Em, Girls May Van Wagenen I ' m Knee-Deep in Daisies and Head Over Heels in Love Mary I.inton Walton Always Kr.izABETH Weipner The West X ' irginia Hills ' )ri; 111 Vi Ai; I ' i;i:i ' Ahatory ' ' The Sforg of a Shorf Life ' ' STRANGER walking within our walls calls to SL-e th e Senior :lass — of course the College Seniors leap forward with a bound, the Seminary Specials are the Seniors too, so up they bob, then with all the blase airs of the real thing we rush to the front, only to he told — Go back, you ' re fourth year prep students! So there, we are just prep school students. One afternoon before the Christmas holidays we met with Miss Higgins in the girls ' parlor and it was then that we came into existence — not much, I grant you — but ju.st us! We ])estow-ed the honor of being the tirst president of the class upon Lois Foote, and it has been with great dignity that she has held sway from her throne (Miss Fannie ' s desk). Then the necessary evil of a vice-president was embodied in Mary Linton Walton. Mae Van Wagenen having displayed her talent for writing letters, l)ecame our secretary and treasurer. We unanimously — there was no question aljout it — elected Miss Fannie Strauss for our Class Patron. We certainl}- hope she felt half the honor in re- ceiving this office as we did in bestowing it. All work and no play makes Jill a dull girl, so every now and then we donned our glad rags and stepped out. Miss Fannie Strauss has given us two lovely parties at her house and once we entertained the Seminary Seniors. We tf)ok them to the movies then to Miss Fannie ' s afterwards. Mary Linton gave us a supper at her house. Miss Higgins was there as the guest of honor. Then, too, we entertained our patron at the Rosemary Tea Shop. More fun and still much more to eat ! The woman is the leader of the deed. This somewhat high-sounding motto may seem inappropriate for a class whose aspirations so far seem to have been centered about a good time for ourselves, but we hope that our members may _vet deserve a position in the front rank of college seniors. ftW THE MA-SCOT cuRRCHT tvcnia I ' KKl ' I ' RA.N KS TillUIJ Yl-AU I ' ui.l ' AltATOKY l j|?iH ' J ' fi?y M« ' q ' wy TMrd Year Elizabeth Kathleen Albin RoseLabmann Alkins Julia Virginia Barber Victoria Louise Bergman Elizabeth Gowanlock Broome Mary Tomlin Braxton Helen Elizabeth Carleton Rebecca Constable Jane Frazer Constable Nancy Bearing Day Grace Lunsford Friend Judith Gordon Dorothy Eloise Ham el Arlene Engart Harman Mary Margaret Harris Betty Lawson Henderson Lavaune a. Hoffman Hoye Josephine Hull Elizabeth Lee Hunt Theo Leavitt Johnston Alma Trout Jordan Martha McDavid Martha Olive McKee Naomi Moran Mary Moore Pancake Sara Frances Ralston Ruth Reed Priscilla Alden Robinson Bessie Rinehart Stokes Beatrice Elinor Stone Anne Radford Troti Virginia S. Walker Eunice Williams Rebecca Brand Williams Virginia Kirkwood Wood Pauline Woodward Second Year Ida Lee Benson Doris Helen Brown Laura McClung Burrow Elsie Florence Carleton Leola Virginia Clatterbaugh Margaret Kerr Clemmer Frances Louise Crafton Louise Dunovant Isabel Anderson Flippin Susan Barret Gill Eugenia Harman Mary Lou Harris Mary Bruce Harvey Laura Lanier Hopson Lena McAden Helen Douty McLean Mildred Beverly Mountcastle Dorothy Rumpf Maky Gray Silver Martha Gwathmey Walters Second Yeak I ' keparatorv 1-lUST YliAU rKlil ' AKMOUV i !.  --::: •• ' -viaf- ' -c ' At.t. First Year Alene Euzabeth Brewster Mary Gilkeson Blackley Juliet Lyle Brooke Bond Margaret Louise DeMund Dorothy Marie Eisenberg Marguerite Lyle Fultz Bertha Barron Goodman Virginia Blenner Graham Lucn-E Olivla Grasty Alice Clemence Harman Margaret Louise Jordan Cornelia Taylor Quarles Amy Jane Wilson ? -;S:g] f ™a -S . Preparaforg Speciafs Margaret Simpkins Baker Mary Rebecca Baylor Willie Mae Benson Adele Berger Janet Berger Agnes Boxley Betty Bowman Margaret Vincent Buddy Eloise Burton Mary Granley Clapp Mary Virginia Coblentz Lucille Craig Mary Artis Dannek Dorothea Dils Alice Footer Phyllis Glison Mary Grastv Elinor Hacklev Elizabeth Nicholas Holladay Mary Wilson Hamilton Fleta Hamrick Mabel Heneberger Betty Henderson Ruby Heslep Elizabeth Hesser Mary Hodge Pauline Steele Hotinger Katherine Huff Florence Johnson Jean Karr Jane Elizabeth Kinard Jessie Kirtner Elizabeth King La Rowe Mildred Loewneb Elizabeth Lynn Anne Elizabeth Macdonald Betsy McAlister Marie McClung Marguerite Mary Matthews Louise Frances Mitchell Minnie Mitchell Marjorie Mower Virginia Newberry Mary Frances Perry Pauline Preston Phipps Helen Adele Poindexter Charlotte Josephine Quillin Elizabeth Maxwell Ramsey Julia Reed Rosborough Marie Nichola Sellers Velma Lee Spitler Elizabeth Louisa Sullivan Josephine Dent Symons Annie Gertrude Tabb Helen Taggart Dixie Alexander Taylor Irma Lee Thomas Mary Isabel Thomas Dorothy Ruth Thompson Caroline Arnold Thrift Mildred Lee Town ley Mary Cordelia Wagaman Virginia Clayton Walthour Pattie Mae Watson Mary Ella Weade Jamie Webb Mary Woodfin White Jessika Atherton Wright Rena Mills Yates Anna Gabriel Young I S. I Preparatory Specials Prep Prafffe Why need the inhabitants of McClung never be hungry? There ' s always a BAKER there. How can they afford to pay for her wares ? There ' s always SILVER on the second floor. What wiiuld they do if one were missing. ' ' There wcuild always be a HUNT. How could tliey see to search? There ' s never night, but always DAY. Who would help them ? GRACb:, always a FRIEND. Who is the most noisy girl in scIkjoI . ' ' Combination of TOOTLEb and CLAPP. The sourest ' . DILLS. The worst-tempered .• CORNELIA, always OUARLES. The most athletic .■ FOOTER. What does she use ? FOOTE. And never uses? KARR. Who i the niii t p(jpular girl in scIkjoI . ' ' POLLY, everybody ' s BUDDY. What is the breathing apparatu. of a tish 1 (■ILL. Why is lower Hilltop the most orderly hall ? There are two CONSTABLES to keep the peace. Wli - might we e.xpect ! lemi)i ' ial to be the laziest place in scboo There ' s always a HOLLA DAY there. When were the laws of gravity broken? When a STONE felt at home in the air. 1 n Vx n The echoes of our fesfivaT ShaTf nse fnumphanf over aTT, -THE MIKADO-G!LBERT A source of innocent mernmenfl -THE M!KADO— GILBERT ?;-- m5 1;ar v OFFICERS Mary Terrell President Margaret Scott Vice-President Sarah Martin Treasurer Elizabeth Lynn Recording Secretary Margaret Ward Corresponding Secretary Miss Montgomery Faculty Adviser CHAIRMEN AND COMMITTEES MUSIC Marguerite Dunton, Chairman Virginia Bivens Elizabeth Brown Virginia Cec il Elise Gibson Martha Johnson Nettie Junkin loLA Kirby Hallie Latta Mildred Loewner Elizabeth Lynn Margaret Patterson Helen Strong Lois Walker PROGRAM Elizabeth Roberts, Chairman Clara Beery Elizabeth Hume Nettie Junkin Elsie Rosenbercer DEVOTIONAL M ARC a ret Patterson, Chairm an Margaret Bowen Wilhelmina Eskridge Katharine See Caroline Wood FINANCE Eleanor Adams, Chairman Margaret Buddy Phylis Glisan LuciLE Gorin Elizabeth Johnson Ruth Thompson ROOM Alice McCabe, Chairman Dorothy Rumpf Julia Reed Rosborough Julia Ball Florence Bantly WORLD FELLOWSHIP Carroll Smith, Chairman Mary Thomas Marjorie Trotter Elizabeth Knight Rebecca White PUBLIOTV Elise Cornman, Chairman Helen Wigginton Byrd Venable Mary Clap? Elinor Hacklev Helen Walthoub STUDENT FELLOWSHIP Elizabeth Ragan, Chairman Jean Haynes Janie Roberts Iola Kirby Sarah Martin Josephine Symons Helen Strong Elisabeth MacConkeu. Missouri Millek RECREATION Helen Walthour, Chairman Isabel Flippin Martha McDavib Lena McAden Ann Macdonald Mildred Roberts SOCIAL Elizabeth Heimbacb, Chairman Catherine Macdonald Katherine Huff Mary Wagaman Iola Kirby Virginia Walthoub SOCIAL SERVICE Hallie Latta, Chairman Lois Schoonover Edith Roache Agnes Boxley WORLV ftLLflWiniP ' . . (■ I nM Ml I II The Sfory of fhe in Marg Bafdwin 77 ONSIUERING Rt the spiritual sidu of our trian ' le, the KM .l fKw Association tries ery hard to further the development of ■■■■■■■ B that phase of our life. Iwery Thursday Miss Higgins m M reads at breakfast a notice th:;t Morning Watch will be • 1 ■ held in the Girls ' Parlor immediately afterward. This is mm ■ ' ' - ' minutes of devotional deep breathing that fits us m L ■ jjetter for the tasks of the day. The regular meetings of the Y. V. are held after supper on Sunday nights. Often, wh n the soft, warm twilight of spring and early summer pi-rmit it, we have a hill ide vesper service. To understand the needs of students of other lands and to create a ital in- terest in their problems has a prominent part on our programs. We also try to arouse a deep in- tellectual conviction that we can further the upward march of mankind, not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, s:!ith the Lord of Hosts. A wonderful spirit of co-operation is shown the program committee by the entire school. Seldom has a girl been rsked to take part in tire service and refused. The music department contributes selections by the choir, solos and duets ; the expression department supplies us with a wealth of well-trained rea ders. Our social program has two ends, others and ourselves. The m;ans to these ends are the Social and the Entertainment Committees. Every Saturday ujion which some organization is not serving a chicken salad tea, or local talent is not disporting itself on the stage, the Entertainment Committee sees to it that music and song float up from the old gymnasium. When the hungry cry of the little negroes at the orphanage just outside of Staunton reached our ears, we just had to respond. You should have seen the little darkies when we took them the big Thanksgiving boxes, collected by contri- utions from every girl in school who received a (). of delectable provisions for Thanksgiving. They could hardly wait for our l)acks to I)e turned before they dived in. But the role we most delight lo till is that of Santa Claus. You should see the cabinet girls tilling the stockings for some of the needy fami- )re our Christmas holiday ' s commence. We have a more school f(U whom we lies in Staunton a few days lief little girl whose education we take care of at the Cro: also enjoy playing this old and honorable role. . nolher thing connected with this Christmas atni phen the caroling. On till. ' last day before Christmas vacation the Y. W. Choir, assisted lustily by the cabinet, arises before daylight and hurries to the waiting bus. For once during the year S. M. A. is awakened by a chorus of Hark the Herald Angels Sing instead of the more militant bugle. We serenade the town, fill- ing the air with Christmas anthems and ourselves with Christmas joy. To our sick and way-worn members, the So- cial Committee carries flowers and magazines to brighten their stay in the infirmary. I ehind all these services of the association is the Y. W. C. A. cabinet composed of the chalr- nvjn of the different committees and the officers of the association. Every Tuesday v e meet to talk over the prol)lems of the school and decide how we can serve best the needs of the girls and the way in which, in our very small way, we can serve the world. Always behind the efforts of the cabinet is Miss Montgomery. We would be lost without her advice and without her efforts to put over everything we undertake. Y. W. C. . . Caiu.met Left to Right: Seated— H. Latta, M. Patterson, E. Kagan, H. Walthour, M. Scott, Miss Montgomery, Faculty .Adviser; M. Ward, E. Roberts, E. Hiemliach, .A. McCabe, E. Cornman. Standing — C . Smith, E. Lynn, S. .Martin, E. .Adams, L Terrell, Al. Dunton. Cofiffion Cfub ■ ■1 pi - . M ■iiinn i fl llr A T ' ° ] BI|?WiiP! IS S. ' ' Vr r _J jl ! T W ' M J . ifVJpjI il iJ ill !iMr m ' WFm Left to Right, First Row— F. Honakcr, H. Strong, D. Wright. P. ( iilsan. ' . Walthour, L. Ciorin, A. Macdonaid, D. Riimpf, J. R. Rosliorough. R. Johnson, C. Jaurlon. M. F. fookc, C. Brand. Second Row — E. MacConncll, L. Foote, V. Wood. J. Haynes, M. Tulij-, M. Johnson. M. Lynn, M. Baker, L, McAden, J. Hull, M. Roberts, M. McDavid, M. B. Harvey, I. FHppin. Third Row — M. Wagaman, D. Wigginton, E. Holladay, J. Peters, B. Henderson, H. Wig- ginton, L. Schoonover, S. White, M. Hood, M. Terrell, T. Johnston, H. Latta, E. Ragan, M. Ward, Miss Morse, Faculty Adviser; S. Martin, E. Heimbach, M. Dunton, E. Adams, R. Thompson, A. Boxley, B. Venalile, H. Walthour, D. Exline, K. Huff, A. Seal, L. Thomas. C. Smith, C. Wood, C. Macdonaid. OFFICERS Elizabeth Heimbach President Elizabeth Ragan Secretary and Treasurer Miss Lydia Morse Faeultv .Idz ' isor EliZAHF.TH Hf.1MI!ACH NOMINATING COMMITTEE l- ' .i.i .Aiir.TH Ra(;. . Elizai!i;th Rnnikc RECEPTION OF NEW MEMBERS Scptc-mlRT ;in(l .March Mari;akkt Warp September 1925 DANCES FeWruarv 1926 — Script Dance Mav 1926 ■ jf CNoraf Cfub Left tu Right— P. Watson, L. McAden, E. Ramsey, N. Junkiii, E. Brown, J. Wright, V. Cecil, E. Richardson, A. Young, M. Dunton, H. Latta, M. Patterson, M. Anderson, F. Bon- durant, B. Martin, M. Heneberger, V. Newberry, M, W. Eldred, C. Smith, I. Kirl) -. E. Lynn, J. R. Rosborough, i[. McDavid, H. Strong. OFFICERS Miss HicLEN Ikwin Director Miss Pkari.f, Keistkk ■hiciiif ' aiiixl FIRST SOPRANO Elizabeth Brown, Frances liondurant, Lucille Craig, Virginia Cecil, Marguerite Dunton, Elise Gibson, Martha Johnson, lola Kirby, Elizabeth Lynn, Hallie Latta, Mildred Lowener, Blanche Martin, Virginia Ncwlicrry, Margaret Patterson, Elizabeth Ramsey, Carroll Smith, Helen Strong, Pattie Watson, Mary Campbell, Mary W. Eldred, Elizabeth Richardson, Helcnora Withers SECOND SOPRANO Marion Andersi n, Anna Young, Mabel Heneberger, Mary (Iray Silver, Lena McAilen, Martha McDavid, Edith Rnach, Julia Reid Rosborough, kutli Stone, Jessica Wright ALTOS Nettie lunkin, Lois Walker NUMBERS SwiNc; Low, SwKKT Chario t — Negro Spiritual H. T. Burleigh Cion IN NATrHF. L. Van Bcclhoven ( arv. Paul Ambrose To A Wii-i) Rose • Edivard MacDowell Herman Hagerdorn When Twii.ic;ht Weavf.s Beethoven f arr. Gena Branscombe Bonoi.iN K Waller House Jones Ella Gilbert Ives America ' i ' KH-Mi ' iiANT Clifford Dcmarcst The Sock and Buskin Cfub Left til Right, seated — E. G. Hume, M. Bowen, C. Beery, M. J. Bass, Mrs. Teagiic, fac- ulty niemlier; L. Hopson, M. Ri)lierts, A. Macdonald, . Schooimver, M. Mathews. in .Action — E. Hollis, E. Kaijan, .A. Boxley, K. Messick, E. .Adams, E. Knight, K. Ramsey. Eli-:anor Adams President Carroll Smith Secretary-Treasurer Mrs. P.ERTiiA N, Ticacui-: Honorarv Member All the world ' s a stage, . liid all the men and ivomen merely players. — As You Like It — Shakkspeare. We are hoiii witli dramatic institict. This instinct enables us to forget our- selves, and to enter into a .sympathetic understanding of life and human heings. If this natural impulse is not smothered or crushed in earl - life, it empowers us to enjoy more fully the world in which we live and to understand more clearlv the moti ' e and character of other.s. I ' he |)urpose of The Sock and Buskin Club is to develop dramatic thitiking, imagination, and ocal e.xpression through tlie stud - and ])resentation of plavs with literar ' value. The club meets weekly, at which time there are informal readings, lectures, poetry recitals, and sketches from life. To aid in a broader, deeper appreciation of literature and life is the primary aim of the Expression course — and The Sock and Bushiu Club provides the means toward that advancement. Red Headed Cfub From Left to Right— P. Watson, C. Quillen, C. Brand, M. Ward, I ' resident; Mt Honorary Member, M. Evans, M. Clapp, E. Lynn, J. Gordon. King, The Son of fhe Cfub and fhe Kin - A talc of the ages olden: Of a castle within a town Where dwelt maidens with tresses golden And tresses raven and brown. But one fact my soul distresses, For ever, early and late, The damsels with crimson tresses In sorrow bewailed their fate. But to these of the locks of scarlet Did fortune a rescue bring ; And he proved not i)age nor varlet But his majesty, the King! He showed them his special favor ; Nor do they count it the least That they still remember the flavor Of their friend ' s most roval feast. . nd so, with the highest elation, The red-haired maidens sing In the deepest apjireciation, Vive le Roi! Mr. King! f 4wi Wf 4 !nformafion T ' m requesfing On a subject inferesf ngf.- fs a maiden beffer when she ' s fougrh? —THE M!KADO— GILBERT ; Vr ;r, V.I BaskefbaM YeTTow Team k. Sli.iK ' , L,iiar,l, M. Aiulcrsciii, C ' liU-r. M. Sciitt, I-ori, ' ard. ( ' . Jaiidim. I ' ;ri.-anl. E. (_;. Hume, Ciianl : . 1. I ' attcrson, ,V. Criitcr (C) October 3 — Saturday Morning Annual Organization of Athletic Association November 11 — -Wednesday Night Lena McAdcn, Martha Hood. Ruth Stoui ' elected to the Council November 19 — Thursday Night Entertained New Council Members November 20 — Friday Night Maurine Tully elected Secretary and Treasurer November 27 — Thursday Morning Thanksgiving Basketball Game won by Yellows December 3 — Saturday Night P.asketball dame won l)y VN ' hites December 10 — Thursday Night ■iiial Basketball Game won by Yellows Baskefbaff Whife Team E. Hume, Guard; M. Matthews, Forzcard; L B. Henderson, .S . Center; Walker, Center; M. Johnson, Fon ' ard; D. ExHne, Guard (C) January 27 — Wednesday Night Council Entertained Basketball Squads February 12 — Thursday Night Council-Cabinet Banquet and Entertainment March 3 — Wednesday Night Martha Johnson and Rebecca White elected to the Council March A — Thursday Night Entertained New Members March 20 — Saturday Morning First Spring Hike to Highland Park March 22 — Monday Morning Presentation of M. B. C. Pillow to Katharine Sec for the Best College Song April 1 — Thursday Night Basketball Banquet and Presentation of Gold Basketballs to First Team Members i ' ' ls trn-wAnp mw YELLOW 5ECDni7 TErtH Physically Fit Prepare gourseFf for news surpr singrl —THE MIKADO-GILBERT s • The BfuesfocMnqf Sfaff Dorothy Curry Editor-in-Chief Marguerite Dunton Assistant Editor Marjorie Trotter Business Manager Dorothy Hisey Advertising Manager Katharine See Literary Editor Elsie Rosenberger Assistant Literary Editor Dorothy Morriss Assistant Literary Editor Mary Terrell Class and Club Editor Elise Cornman Art Editor Janet Brand Assistant Art Editor Helen Wigginton Assistant Art Editor Elise Gray Hume Kodak Editor Dorothy Exline Athletic Editor Maurine Tully Joke Editor Florence Bantley Asisstant Joke Editor Miss Alice D. Price Faculty Adviser The BTuesfocking CHARACTERS Mrs. Montague President of the S. U. F. W. C. Mrs. Bean I Mrs. Boscawen Members of the S. U. F. W. C. Mrs. Vacey | Mr. Benjamin Stillingfleet The Lecturer for the evening Time — Middle eighteenth century. (The ladies enter, greet each other with dignity, seat theiiisehes. Mrs. Mon- tague rises, fumbles with a paper, and proceeds to read it in correct declamatory style.) Mrs. Montague: Members of the Society for the Uplift of Female Wit and Conversation, let us endeavor to maintain before us our lofty object. I have thus addressed you, not as gentlemen are accustomed to do as members of the frailer though fairer sex, because against this our very aim raises protest. For w-e have thus banded together to prove the w ' orth of our sex ; to rescue Conversation ' s setting light. Half obscur ' d in Gothic night, and to elevate the thoughts of our bosoms above those of the common herd. (She reseats herself, amid polite applause.) Mrs. Bean (rising): Noble president of our order, we hail thee, a veritable Semiramis. Yet while these words fell from thine inspired lips, methought how sad that we alone should reap their benefit. And a thought awoke within me, whose very temerity makes the rose to bloom anew upon these virgin cheeks. Let us, members of the Society for the Uplift of Females, put these thoughts, the efifusions of our pens, into a book, to prove forever the ascendancy of the female mind. All (azvcd) : A book ! Mrs. Montague: But what should we call it? Mrs. Vacey: Let ' s ask Mr. Benjamin Stillingfleet. All : Oh, yes ; Mr. Stillingfleet ! Mrs. Boscawen: Ah, the dear man! so charming; so original. My dear husband, Admiral Boscawen, remarked today, What would you ladies do without the blue stockings? (The others are properly overcome with embarrassment. .Mrs. Boseazi ' cn finally realizes her faux pas, and is momentarily subdued.) Mrs. Vacey (deprecatingly) : Oh, dear Amelia ! Mrs. Bean : Of course, we had noticed that he wears blue — that the shade of his — er — but nevertheless — — Mrs. Montague: Ladies, let not the uplift of the mind cause us to forget female modesty to such an extent as to name in society the — the — nether covering of the person : though it is true that all have remarked the habitual color. 1 % 4iJl 68UBSfKOT |yi | Mrs. N ' acey : So delightfully unconventional ! Mrs. Bean : But the book, the offspring of the muses? All: Here comes Mr. Stillingtleet now! ( ' Mr. Stillingfleet enters attired inconspicituusly sin ' c far the — ahem! — Iiose, whose plebian shade he wears with dignity.) Mrs. Montague: Mr. Stillingfleet, little did you dream that this evening would prove momentous in the annals of the race. Sir, we have determined to place before the public eye the flowerings of the quill, to fashion a frame for the inspiration of the Muses — in short, to write a book ! But, good friend and coun- sellor, we are at a loss to determine what to christen this offspring of the mind. Mr. Stillingfleet: Ladies, I am moved by profound joy and by awe. But as to a name Mrs. Boscawen (uttering a shriek): A mouse! (She springs upon a chair, raising her petticoats high; the other ladies minutely follow her example.) Mr. Stillingfleet: Fairest members of the fair sex, what is the matter? All ; A mouse ! Mr. .Stillingfleet: Calm yourselves, ladies: I will effect a rescue. strikes the mouse zvith his cane, picks it up by the tail. Ladies shriek. Stillingfleet bows and carries it out.) All : What a hero ! Mrs. Boscawen : W ' hat should we do without the blue stockings ! (All suddenly look at each others ' — cr — limbs, and stare in amacement are wearing blue stockings!) Mr. Stillingfleet (re-entering) : Now, ladies, as to a title — (sees their po- sition, stops abruptly, gallantly turns his back.) Ladies, in my estimation, a worthy title would be, The Bluestocking, and long may it flourish as a mouth- piece of female culture and talent. (Exit) Mrs. Montague: The Bluestocking let it be. Members of the .Society for the Elevation of Female Wit and Conversation, the meeting is adjoumed. (He Mr. ; W ' li.M . Hkuo ! TlIK Socin V FOR TIIF. I ' PI.IKT OF FfMAI.ES Misceffang Sfaff Nkttie Junkin Editor-iii-Cliiff Eleanor Adams - Issistaiit Edit Caroline Wood Biisiiu-ss Maiuujcr Katharine See E.YcJiaiujc Editor Betsy Kingman Advcrtisiiui Edito Elizabeth Heimbach Social Edito Jane Roberts lokc Editor Mary Thomas - ssociatc Editor Wilhklmina Eskridc.e Issociatc Editor Agnes Braxton Sssocialc Editor Miss Strauss Uuiiiiuc Editor Miss Stuart Faciiltv Adviser Program THE STAFF OF THE MARY BALDWIN MISCELLANY presents Three One-Act Plays March L , at 7:30 THE VERY NAKED ROY BY Stuart Walker CHARACTERS He Katharine See She Nettie Junkin The I ' )Ov Jane Roberts Scene — Halfway to a Proposal ■THE CROWNING GLORY BY Edna A. Collamore CHARACTERS Miss Emily Harriman Wilhelmina Eskridge Guy — her nephew Caroline Wood Mrs. Sophia Meecham — Miss Emily ' s sister Mary Thomas Mrs. Alwilda Thayer — village fjos.sip Elizabeth Heimbach Josephine Susan Gill Dorothy P.arclay Acnes Braxton Scene — Miss Emily ' s Kitchen COLUMBINE BY Colin Campbell Cli;.mi:nts CHARACTERS Minnie Eleanor Adams Sally Bet.sy Kingman Scene — Lodging House P.edroom Pnzes for BfuesfocMng Work Best short story, offered by Palais Royal, won by Phyllis Harper Glisan Best poem, offered by Beverley Book Company, won by Mary Thomas Best kodak picture, offered by H. L. Lang and Co., won by Missouri Miller Best art work, offered by Mr. Thomas Hogshead, won by Byrd Venable First Honorable Mention Helen Walthour Second Honorable Mention Dorothy Exline ti =; .z= ==rr.T:trr p y SO i r.t=. The Secref Garden The Convent of the Sisters of Mercy, Fontenay, France, October 17, 1915. illlllllHUIIHliiHmu is my thirteenth birthday. Ninon says I must put away childish things and become a woman, but it is so r hard to grow up. Ninon is eighteen and has Httle brown, fluffy curls all over her head and smihng blue i eyes. She is down at the end of the garden now, with w gardener Michael, gathering the poppies, that the frost V.i| S§N ■ has not yet nipped. By and by she will fasten one in her J ' . 1 ' i ' where the curls are thickest. Yesterday I asked HtnntUHHUlfYtnWr f she were getting ready for the fairy prince, but she only threw a poppy at me and said I shouldn ' t bother my head about such things — But when I persisted and said that I would go out and hunt one for her, she answered, Yvonne! There are no real princesses and princes. They only live in books. But I think she is wrong. October 18th: Ninon says that instead of trying to be a lady I have been a veritable imp of Satan today. It was raining when I woke up and my golden fairy did not come on his sunbeam, but instead a little gray gnome came in through my bedroom win- dow on a raindrop. He always comes on rainy days and makes me feel all bad inside. At breakfast he told me to put salt in Ninon ' s porridge and now he is laughing at me from the corner and daring me to make faces at Celine. Horrid girl ! She says my hair curls like the tail of Michael ' s pig. This afternoon the Cure came to hear Celine and me recite Catechism. I hate it and told him so, and he was so horrified that he punished me by making me write poetry — That silly stuff ! I can see no sense in it ! So this is what I wrote : THE CURE He has squinty eyes and a turned up nose, And queer, it is always as red as a rose. He is sure to come here every day He stays for lunch and then he ' ll pray. He nearly boxed my ears, but I was too quick for him and ran out of the room. Ninon says she hopes the sun will shine tomorrow so that my fairy will come back. October 20th: I have found the Prince ! He lives in our secret garden ; the place where I least expected to find him. Ninon calls it that because no one knows of it except us. Nobody lives there, except the tinkling fountain, the breeze and the sun- dial. Ivy and moss grow everywhere and the flower beds are all over-grown with weeds. Ninon says it is a garden that has lived its life and love, but is now dreaming. We have looked and looked for a gate but can never find one. We enter the garden by climbing the high garden wall and clinging to the ivy stems that cover it. -tt ? cSr y ' ' ' T flt y  y % ' vy v ' y vs. The sisters had gone to visit the Cure and Ninon was baking gingerbread, so I sHpped down the path and had safely climbed the wall and was dangling my feet over it when I heard somebody singing. I nearly fell over backwards, I was so frightened. I crossed myself and sat holding my breath in suspense, and then the Prince came into view. I knew him right away ; for he was just like the one in my story-book, except that he didn ' t have any gay-colored plumes or a horse, but I liked him just the same. When he saw me he stopped and said something softly in a language which I couldn ' t understand. But I only smiled back and asked him in French if he were the Prince. At that he laughed so hard that I laughed too, and then he came and helped me down. He showed me the garden — It has changed so; the flowers are no longer choked with weeds and there are white garden seats under the trees. The garden has awakened ! October 21st: Today Ninon found the gate ! She was so sweet and lovely in her blue musHn dress, with a larkspur in her hair, that suddenly I wanted the Prince to see her. I have never told her about him for she would not go with me. At the bend of the garden we came face to face with the Prince. Ninon stopped and stared and her face turned first a delicate pink and then a marble white. And the Prince ! Something I had never seen before was gleaming in his eyes, but Ninon turned and fled straight for the garden wall. I clutched Prince Tom ' s hand and we ran also. She was half-way up when we got there. She turned around to look at us and without warning the ivy tore from the wall and she fell with a thud to the ground. I thought she was dead, because she lay so white and still against the Prince ' s arm. But she was only stunned. By and by her long lashes fluttered, and she opened her eyes to smile at me. I shuddered and looked at the wall. Then I screamed and danced. If the Sisters had been there they would have held up their hands in horror, with looks of astonishment on their pious faces. There was the gate! It was browned by the sun and the rain so that you could hardly detect it from the rest of the wall. Its hinges were rusty and the latch worm-eaten; cov- ered by ivy it had been safe from prying eyes. The Prince said we should plant the ivy there once more and it should be known only to us. May 3rd: I am writing this by candle light. I know I shall make blots and mis-spell words since Ninon is not here to help me. The city is in total darkness ; here and there a light may be seen like a far off star, but it too, is shaded from hostile eyes. For death stalks everywhere and may come without warning to the sleeping village. The Prince has gone. He marched away in our country ' s blue. Ninon was brave and smiled gladly, but I cried. Down the street they came ; heads erect, arms swinging. My eyes blurred so that I could see nothing through my tears. I wanted to call to them : Come back, come back! for some I knew would never come again ; they will sleep where red poppies blow. But they went bravely, fearlessly on. -TTT One morning I kissed Ninon goodbye. She looked very neat and trim in her nurses ' uniform as she went down the hill toward the valley and I was left alone. June 5th: It has been a long, long May, and I have been very ill. One day while I sat knitting under the sun-lit apple tree, a man staggered toward me. His face was ghastly and blood was coming from his mouth and nose. His blue uniform was torn and caked with mud. He fell at my feet, mumbling, Save me, save me! They will kill me in a moment ! It was Michael ! shaken, fighting in a living hell for months for France ! But home ties were stronger and he had gone through untold agonies and terrors just to kiss the sweetest baby in the world once more — his little Jeanne. Where could I hide him ? The garden ! Could we make it ? We must ! I know I prayed, but for what I did not know. I half dragged, half carried Michael to the garden. The gate would not open ! Oh, Mother Mary, grant me time ! Nearer and nearer rode the horsemen. I turned and, sped down the pathway. Returning, I threw my whole weight against the gate. It swung open ! I flung myself exhausted on the grass within the garden. My breath came in gasps while my heart seemed to be pounding to pieces in my throat. Soon the horsemen rode up to the wall. Crowding closer to the side of it I tried to stop the flow of blood on poor Michael ' s arm, as he lay face downward on the grass. They are on the other side of the wall, called one. Have sense, a child could not carry him over it, and there seems to be no gate. We are wasting time, laughed the other. Have your own way, retorted the first angrily. It is no wonder we have no success in overtaking deserters. You are like a jelly fish, without a backbone. I knew no more until I awoke in my little white bed with Sister Jeannette ' s kind face bending over me. For many days I had lingered near death, while poor gardener Michael had only lived long enough to kiss his little Jeanne goodbye. Ninon is home again, but she is not the pretty, happy Ninon that she used to be; she very seldom smiles and seems living in the lands of yesterday. We go for a walk everyday in the secret garden and she seems to be looking for someone. It is the Prince, but he will come no more, for he is dead. Yesterday as she sat on the bench by the fountain and I was twining a flower in her hair, she whispered, Dead, Dead ! I exclaimed, No, Ninon, you said there are no dead, that we live forever. He is not dead, but living! She turned my face toward her and kissed me. I had almost forgotten God, Yvonne dear; it is true that life never ends! And with her head close to mine we watched the hand of God change the flaming gold of the sunset to the colors of mauve and purple before dusk fell. — Phyllis Glisan. On a Drownin r Man Down through the cool green depths A body fell — It had not dived to rise again Eternity opened its wide gates And it fell in. M ornm Slowly over the hill Where daisies slept And crickets dreamed There stole a pale gray light The dawn had come. Disiffusioned You asked for my heart and I gave it Unquestioningly, wholly and true. You took it as children take roses Fresh with the morning dew. You played with, then tore it to pieces, And threw the petals away It ' s broken and cannot be mended Let others try as they may To me all love dreams are ended Nothing remains but the thorn.= Tnspirafion Memories of the past — Realities of the present- Hopes of the future. — M. RY Thomas. none TAitnT POST Office PfPARTntni I ' ujzi-; Snai ' ami Wisk Sna] ' : x ■ ' ' iij 4SI See how fhe Fafes fheir 5 iffs affof! —THE MIKADO— GILBERT L0I5 WALKER BE5T LOUKING n.PATTER ' iOiyi HAS DONE THE nOST FOR A BC n05T POPULAf IJAV5TtD£MT ELIZABETH LYNN nO ' jT POPULAR BOAflDm u HELEN WALTHOUR AOST VERSATILE i ' r 1 ! VIRGINIA WALTHOUn - BE5T DANCtn Jji A day, a week, a month, a year. Or be f far, or be if near. —THE M?KADO— GILBERT 1 . WHtRETItfRDAVflU TtlERE ' a AVJtIOM P V I TtIC Bt6llininG ti9TH[EW miwa RivAL ' 5 I 1 Mwiy J ilii;iu(.n..riuu Lu...i. ' ijOK M IMA I I Kl. l;l.l. U ' M.: t Tn fhe dawn of fhe New Year Before fhe ancient porfaT Of eferna! frufh. -JAPANESE NEW YEAR POEW M.Mn I!aiiiu ' i in KrxsAX. Kukka Tin: Makiiia I). Kihiiii Si iinm, ( ' iiixa (Fcir iur (iwn Mis Kiddle) First Grammar Schoul Graduates 192(1 The Christian Obscrxcr DipUniias l ' ( Shorter Catechism Thanksi.ivixg Celebration at Mary Bai iiw in in Ki Tin: Mauiiia 1). KihulI ' . Sc imoi., Ciiix. ' (For our own Miss Kiildlc) s 91: ■ m i Mf . % v, €l Vx® Yesl ' fis a faFe of days Tongr pasf. -From THE MAfDEN OF KAT5U5MTKA l;OARD OF TRUSTEES. IHANCIS 5IcFAJ;l. Nrj,D. D I .l. MnS CliAlVFOlUl. ■. WILLIAM UIOWN lA.M LINK, Esq. UN MfCUE. Est . AID KULTZ, Es.j ADDISON VVAliriLLL 1 tOLOMON J. 1.1 1 l-.. .01) LAYLOR, Km, ' .1. MARSIIAr.l. M.l ' l !■: TEACHERS i.llLL ' ■iiLr.Y. ■ AILEY. EXPLANATION. V holenumher of pupils for ,hev., r ucuiOO. 1 ,c studies pursued «iih lU iler in each class will afford soiue iacls b. ' ? f ?i ' ' ' r ' ' « I «efat eondrlion of scliooL This statement is her, tiirn ' . I .1 list of ilie af.hreviations u rj ii, ■ ii, ' 111 ' studies to the name nf t ni, ,,Mn l -Itedin. V_Wfiti,,g. i% ,. . - utiH.,t,c. E-Englisl, Grim- ' ;;-l ' t!:|;.l.y. Tl,e v4,cle sol,o..l ' ' ' ' ■ ' ■■ ' ' ' J ' ' ly w io occasional ' -, lii all tl„3 tnregpi%. branches, ut tlie course. fth ..Klietoric 20. : m) .iO. C—Cliemisfry 20. A,s— )!! ' . ' i. Al— Algebra 10. C— Ceo- ■ I-. II— lli tory .3(1. X. p — X ' ,.ural -I ' hy 5U. Kj,_l;i,tinri.; Jn. Fr- ! ' • ' • L— Latin 2. M— .Music 22. ..--u.i Lircoii . ; i:j ' Jio only re?pcctfu!!y Coffecfions and Recoffecfions N ; (( in( ' ( ( ( M(IH£HKRE is a tiny, rt-d-liounil volunie bearing- on the title- page the fonnidalile announcement, The Exclusive Claims of the Prelacy, Stated and Refuted: A Dis- course. . nd modestly hiding at the end of the discour.se, -.S printed in this form for the purpose of giving it a wide. gratuitous circulation is the first catalogue of the Au- .; gusta Female Seminary. The date is 1846. It was 1842 when Rev. Rufus W. Bailey had first come to Staunton ffr and opened the school. Two years later the cornerstone had been laid for the first building, now the central por- tion of Main. The importance of the work they were inaugurating was recog- nized by the founders in the solemnit - of the cornerstone ceremony. Inside the stone were A copy of the Staunton Spectator, newspaper of the week ; a copper s: .tNV ' ART ' ' ' ' ' ' c — plate with a record of the ceremon} ' The Holy Bible enclosed in oil silk with the superscription — ' Tlir Only Rule of Faith and First Text-Book of the AiKjiisfa Female Seminary. ' The address delivered on this occasion strikes a humorous chord in the mind of the modern reader: the deterioration of youth from its attractive form of earlier days ; the precocious extravagance and world- ly-wisdom; the cause, among other factors, foreign influences in education. This Seminary was to combat those degenerating tendencies and remain a bulwark of sound manners and morals. By the date of the publication of the first catalogue, the institution was safely housed m its new home with a faculty of four — Rev. K. W. Bailey Mrs. M. B. Bailey Miss M. E. Bailey Miss H. P. Bailey and an enrollment of sixty pupils, in the list of whom appears a significant name — Mary Julia Baldwin. The curriculum of that day is an interesting topic. The entire student body received instruction in the 3-R ' s , Spelling, Grammar, and Geography. Among the more advanced courses were Rhetoric, Botany, Astronomy, Chemistry, Natural Philosophy, and Music on Piano Forte or Guitar. The paragraph headed Boarding is likewise of interest in our study of the evolution of the school : Instead of a single Boarding-House, the arrangement has been preferred to distribute the pupils into different families, where the social and domestic habits may be cultivated through the whole course of education. Such arrangements h a v e been made with pri- vate families of high respectability, in the immediate vicinity of the Seminary, that al- HKjst any number may be accomodated by placing four to eight in a faniih ' . The N ' oung ladies will be brou.ght under the liest moral influence and maternal super- vision, exerted by those who will act in harmonious concert with their teachers to aid in the thorough ' ■ W : ' ■■ ' • ' I1.I.D1 WADIiKLL ■■ r ' ho liu !,enim,i, as an allralirt :ilif ■ •- ' J ' f !- ' « ' ) '  fOfotan.(nDltiiiHi toi= ! n ■.-vlr.irnl ■ • '  ' ■ Air wit j,.,, t M,,. J,„„ n,, i, r,ly- : i i: lilrrn li;inlrtil aiiit Joriy-Jouf. ' •■ ' ' I - VI lUILKT. f.. „. , -, f ' ' i -- % education of mind, manners, and heart. Apparently this Utopian arrangement was not so feasible as the Trustees had anticipated, for in a few years we find it yielding place to a regular, though small boarding department in the building. One item would strike the ear of a modern school girl in a manner, to say the least, unfavorable. The two sessions, beginning the first Monday of September and the first Monday of February, respectively, were each of five months ' dura- tion with no pause between, the months of July and August composing the sole vacation. Apparently, however, this rigid schedule was deemed essential to the ful- filment of the purpose of the Seminary, as expressed in the first report of the Board of Trustees: It was our purpose to found an institution in which all the branches of a substantial female education should be taught and thoroughly In the public examinations the young ladies have shown such an intimate acquaint- ance with their various studies as to draw forth strong expressions of approbation from the Trustees and the audience. Could the Board have been guilty of — we will not say yellow — rose-tinted journalism? Or how shall we reconcile this with the less formal report of contemporaries that studying was not at all fashionable in those days ; that Miss Baldwin, in the capacity of earnest student, was decidedly in the minority? Having announced its existence and aim, the Seminary felt it quite unneces- sary to publish another catalogue for the next twenty-three years ; a respectable Seminary had little need of forcing itself on the public. Besides, it was growing, slowly yet surely, under varying regimes. In the session of ' 60- ' 61 the boarders numbered some score, one or two from so remote a distance as Richmond. And then came war. The boys in gray marched through Staunton ; the Semi- nary girls, standing on the terraces to wave their champions adieu, showered them with clover blossoms in default of handsomer flowers. But they were soon to dis- cover that war is not all bands and blossoms ; even to non-combatants it brings its question, that of . «.,« . ,,.,■. .,.,, .. . 1 1 • • • • n 1 • I D  • ' -jig ' - , bread and meat. The ' fe boarding department flM31t. iJ.1 iFflW.lUe ftrttttnaya shrank one year to six girls. Their fam- Ma,.y Jl , ..A? x - ' :r - X ' li« s were urged to I 1 {¥,. f :,■ --. - iSj-iPita ■LiiUi; ;-l:3-l s sajii £, .,y « V- .. !. ' -. .2 £ - ■ .7« «. ■ A- ,., - , f. Kii ' auA , ojhI amU ' -, 1. I. ,- . . ' , 1 im Mj ly. . l:,. , n. V !. tIMLSr, j •U. M 1 B BAn.ET, ! 7v.-i M: . iMRRirr p B iifv pay school-bills y , , . (.. iA,. -(-. .7 „- ,.. . ' - « . ' .«4 w « « , meat, flour, and veg- etables. Often the cry, The Yankees are coming! sent : them into panic or ., r- into strategy: flour barrels donned frills and became ladies ' dressing- tables ; the pupils them- selves sat prim and straight, their hoop-skirts concealing bread and bacon. Trite perhaps, but still true, is the proverb, Dark- est before dawn. In 1863 Mary Julia Baldwin was called to the principalship Ar(;usT.A Fr.m.m-h Skmi.nak in I.s.m) f Augusta Female Semi- nary. And then somehow the school seemed to wake up again, a healthy circula- tion was stimulated. That year saw a larger number of pupils enrolled than ever before, in spite of the war. The curriculum was thoroughly overhauled and re- arranged. And in the spring of 1865 the first diploma of the Seminary was be- stowed. Before this time a young lady had merely received education ; hence- forth it was to be ait education. Miss Nannie Tate of Staunton was the pioneer. Her own account of the ceremony is delightful. The first concern of the sweet girl graduate is the dress, and the war had left few white dresses in Augusta county. But from one friend came the loan of a plain white muslin skirt, and from another a waist of dotted swiss. The exercises were held in the Presbyterian Church. There were certificates of various kinds to be delivered ; Professor McGufifey of the University of Virginia was to make the address ; on top of the high desk reposed the precious diploma. And Miss Nannie, who had worked for years for it, was obliged to work hard up to the last minute : for whether the speaker ' s motive may have been to emphasize the lofty status of learning, or what- ever his reason, we know that Dr. McGufFey did not descend from his eminent position. Rather, he leaned over the pulpit to bestow the parchment from above. And the diminutive graduate stretched on tiptoe to reach it from below. Surely never was honor so hardly won ! From the session of ' 67- ' 68 on down we have the printed page for a storehouse of tradition, for that year appeared another catalogue. The growth of the school in the past four years had been phenomenal. The pupils numbered one hundred and thirty-four, of whom seventy-four were boarders. Thirty-six were from other states than Virginia, the numlier of these represented being eleven. The plan itself had extended beyond the first little schoolhouse. Wings had been added to each side of the original building, making it practically the same as our present Administration Building. Still more radical, a new, spacious and handsome edifice, well ventilated, heated throughout from a patent furnace, and with water and gas pipes reaching every room, had been constructed. Also we are informed, The schfjol has a Ltbrarj ' , Philosophical, and Chemical .Apparatus, Maps, Globes, Musical Instruments, and other facilities for instruction and illus- tration. The course of study had alread)- been remodeled under Miss I aldvvin ' s ad- ministration. The explanation of the system is given : The plan of instruction is that of the University of Virginia, modified only as far as to adapt it to the pe- culiar recjuisite of female education. The course of study is distributed into schools, ' each constituting a complete course on the subject taught. The schools are those of Latin, French, Mathematics, R ' loral Science, Natural Science, English Literature, History, and Music. Evidently the University must have approved of its imitator, for foremost among the testmionials that year we find the following, from Professor McGuiifey — we met him at Miss Nannie Tate ' s graduation : I consider this school as amongst the best, if not the very best in the South. Its d ' lSix- li)ic is parental, in the best sense of that term. It is under strictly religious influence, with- out being sectarian. The method of instruction combines, most felicitously, acquisition with development, and the course of studies is ample, varied, and complete — skillfully adapted to the highest improvement of both intellect and character. I am acquainted with no Seminary where young ladies may spend their time more frufit- cilily. safely, and agreeably than at the Augusta Female Seminary. Wm. H. McCtUFFKV, University of Virginia. Another particularly interestin g name among the references is one closelv linked with some of the associations Mary Baldwin holds most dear — Rev. Joseph K. Wilson, father of the late president. Aucil ' SlA I- ' kM.M.K SKMlNAin IN ISdd Gentlemen, — Institutions £or the instruction of young ladies abound throughout the coun- try, and there may be others as deserving of public confidence as this ; but have never known such a school. It is as near perfection, in my judgment, as it is possible for human wisdom to make it. This sounds like the language of extravagance ; but I employ it deliberately, and vv ' ith a full sense of all that it implies. A long acquaintance with Miss Bald ' u ' in and Miss McClung, -a ' arranls me in declaring to all whom my word may influence, that there are no two ladies in the land who are better qualified, by nature, by cultivation, by grace, and now by experience, for conducting a Seminary like that over which they preside. My own daughter is under their care, and no sacrifice would I refuse to make to keep her there until her educa- tion is completed. I can honestly advise parents to send their children to this excellent insti- tution, with the assurance that it will be through no fault of its Principal, if they shall not be well and thoroughly taught. I regard this Seminary as a great public blessing. Respectfully, J. R. Wilson. Augusta, Ga. At this time the weekly composition came into prominence. Those of the older pupils were read aloud in the schoolroom, and the younger girls wrote in imitation. We should probably have enjoyed some of these evenings if rnany of the prescribed subjects were siinilar to that of A Death-bed Scene, actually re- membered by a former student. Written examinations had replaced oral ones by now also. However, the heyday of examinations had not yet arrived: that was to come later; the algebra class of Miss Charlotte Kemper — later noted for her work in Brazil — probably holds the record, the class that failing to complete the examination in an entire day, returned the next morning, and so continued until Miss Baldwin was forced to protest. Our two-hour examinations seem indecently bare in comparison. However archaic many topics may seem, there are certain others that have a startlingly familiar sound ; witness, for exainple, the list of rules : At ten o ' clock at night the young ladies must prepare for bed, and at half-past ten the house must be quiet. No young lady is allowed to leave the grounds without express permission. Visitors will not be received during school or study hours, nor the visits of young gentle- men at any time, except at the discretion of the Principal. The next year another modern-day accjuaintance inakes its appearance — the uniform. Its origin is said to have arisen on account of one pupil whose inordinate dressing incurred Miss Baldwin ' s disapproval. The principal not only suspended the greater part of her wardrobe from use, but in order to guard against this danger in the future made provision for greater restriction of dress. For pur- poses of economy and convenience, uniform suits are prescribed for winter and spring, to be worn on public occasions. The winter suit consists of grey oiiprcss cloth, with basque, hat, veil, and gloves to correspond. The spring suit is white pique, with white trimmings on the hat. In 72 the winter hat was to be black. _,„   -. ' V. ' ■:t; 4r --iga:::::; SOIREE : P, . ■ M ' V lu ! - ' - jcrr.alc Soniinary. iV :r«l ' Sr ' Tr. ' iiriTrr ' a j trimmed with black and white plumes. In ' 73 the suit was black alpaca. In ' 81 colored trimming was permitted, but the uni- form itself must be black. In addition we are grave- ly informed that One dress in addition to the uniform, suitable for soi- rees, is amply sufficient, with the ordinary every- day clothing. A simple muslin or tarleton is all that is necessary for Conmiencements. Expensive silks are out of place on young school girls. Another year we find this delectable note appended: The following violations of the laws of health are prohibited: Eat- ing imprudently at night; zvcariiig thin low shoes in cold weather; going out with- out wraps and overshoes and also the too early removal of flannel, or any neglect to put it on at the approach of cold wicather. And : Students shall not borrow money, jewelry, or books, nor wear the clothing of others. No trading of clothes will be permitted. Evidently schoolgirl nature has changed little. Of Miss Baldwin herself, reminiscence could be endless. A rare tribute is paid to her in the words of one of her pupils, I never heard anything disrespect- ful said of Miss Baldwin. Her flowers that covered the terraces ; her parrot, that sat on the back of her chair in the dining room and rode proudly on her finger — and to which some unholy damsel taught the art of profanity ; her dogs, the little one with the bell, her bodyguard and warning; the Newfoundland who caused disaster to the wedding-trousers of the hapless gentleman who inadvertently re- mained after ten o ' clock : to all of them Ham and Jam still stand as memorial. Her discipline was that of a really great executive. Girls wept as they came from her office, not from hurt feelings but from penitence. Her favorite punish- ments were in accordance with her common sense : you memorized poetry or Scripture, something a benefit in itself; or you were dosed with castor oil, for sin argued sickness. Memorizing poetry was not merely a matter of penalty, however. All the young ladies were trained to the accomplishment of Elocution ; as many others were students of Music, singing or instrumental, their talents were displayed in frequent recitals, soirees, and plays. Little Red Riding Hood and her wolf ap- peared on the stage ; hosts of angels fluttered tarleton wings. And in the rear of the chapel sat university students from Charlottesville and Lexington, after the performance to mingle with the young ladies of A. F. S. The Seminary was serving the world ! .t fl01fu «M  A ' It zvas serving, though, in the highest sense. The school was growing stead- ily, numerically, greater, and geographically more influential. In the catalogue for 1881- ' 82 we find the following testimonial from the Boston Journal of Education: During our recent tour in the South, we perpetually heard of Augusta Female Seminary at Staunton, Virginia, as one of the most deservedly-celebrated schools for girls in that region ; taking an honorable rank with the collegiate institutions for young women that are now coming to be such an important factor in the national education. The catalogue of session for 1880- ' 81 bears witness to the prosperity of the Seminary, and the thorough and practical character of its course of study. Its curriculum is arranged on the plan of the University of Virginia, including a dozen ' schools, ' with their appropriate teachers. Only pupils with a certificate of proficiency in eight of these schools, receive the di ploma of a full graduate. More than forty names of such graduates appear during the twenty years ' presidency of Miss Baldwin. The Seminary has now several hundred students and twenty-five teachers ; and is situated in one of the most beautiful and healthful towns in the Valley of Virginia; and is evidently making a vigorous effort to maintain the past and present reputation of the Old Dominion, as the leading Southern State in the higher education, and a nursery of superior teachers, especially for the Southwest. Year after year new girls were coming; year after year they were going out, bearing with them the spirit of Mary Julia Baldwin; more years and their daugh- ters followed them, and their daughters ' generation. Mg brain f feems Wifh endlFess schemes, —THE MIKADO-GILBERT IP •V V Look for No Euil For you ipill hear No Euil For u;e speak No Euil Marg BaFdwin A La Japanese September 10 : I am come to this school today. It is very glad to me but I have very bad spirits. It feels so lonely but maybe I will gladden tomorrow. I must write in journal, called diary, some of the happy things we do this school year. This Mary Baldwin School feel very funny to me. September 19: Tonight was very buzzing in our school and I feel most glad. All girls are happy. The Y. W. C. A. gave to the new girls a welcome party and it was so excitement. September 26: For the only time I play hockey today, at what they call the farm. It is very much pleasure. September 27 : Today is Sunday. I try to keep myself purity, I say to me. The girls tell me this is a great day because all the time before we have teacher with us to church, but today we have only girls to chaperone us, and it will be like that all times now if we keep behave. I like sermon very much. It struck my heart. October 3 : Today rain is falling like a spear. No please me. Classmates take me to Tea in girl ' s parlor. It for Y. W. C. A. We had many new things to eat, and a very nice time. Everybody was satisfied, so I was too. October 10: I all the time study hard. I cannot do mathematics, and I think my teacher look down on me. To exceed the sorry day we go to Baby party for us tonight. Oh, it be so much fun ! Every body be little girl again. October 13 : Today was glad weather in opposition to other day. Today we saw, what I think they call a moving picture. I never saw before but I like very much to see again. At first it made me dizzy but now I understand. The lady very pretty. October 20: I was so glad today — like everybody else when we have a holiday. We all congratulated. Six classmates and myself go on long automobile ride. It was so pleasant not to have lessons like on other days. I like holiday. November 3 : Tonight old Mary Baldwin girl, very much grown up, came back and talked to us in Chapel. Her name Mrs. McMillan. Big reputation. Her husband governs Tennessee. November 22: Tea today for Bluestocking. What funny name for annual book. November 26: It is the day of Thank.sgiving in America. Dining room fixed pretty, we wear white to dinner and have turkey. The Athletic Association had basketball game. Very much enthusiastic. December 11: A wet weather. I do not please it. Tonight we had a pleasant expression concert. One girl tell pretty story but another one say poem. Her voice was all trembly. December 23: I am on visit now to my nice aunt who live in New York. Two days the big Xmas day come. I feel mucli happiness. My aunt is very good to me, and show me things in this big city. I never see such before. January 14 : It make many days that we been back in school. I dream all time of good time I had in New York. Not much study. February 9: A most famous lady play for us in Chapel. Her name Yolando Mero. February 19: Biggest night of all come. The Freshmen and Sophomores in college go to the S. M. A. School to see boys play basketball game. They never do that before at Mary Baldwin. Every body hope for another time. February 22 : Today Washington ' s birthday come, but no holiday. Tonight we went to the theatre and heard Mr. Werrenrath to sing. Soon there was very sweetly song. I felt I rise to heaven. While I listened I forgot all care or sad- ness. Other girls say they felt the same way. We all like him. March 1 : Everybody sad today. Great disappointment to all. Our most dear teacher. Miss Latane, must go home. She be sick and cannot teach us more this year. Oh, how we miss her! She promise to come back next year when she be better. I am very sorry so I pray to get her well. March 5 : They say tonight starts recitals. Prof. Schmidt ' s girls play. They play well. March 6 : Again the funny named book Bluestocking gave a Tea. Much entertainments and good food. March 12 : Nothing for specially to write, but tonight the Expression class gave recital. Like always, we wear our white dresses. March 19 : Another recital this night. It was the girls of Prof. Eisenberg. March 20: Tonight was Music Box Revue for Y. W. C. A. It was good success. Lots of girls do pretty dances and sing. March 25 : A holiday for which, a long time we wait. We go to shop and to moving pictures. It was good time and we much appreciate it. April 4 : Today we have the Easter day. All girls go to church and for the first time this spring we wear our new white hats and suits. The music and flowers make every thing lovely. April 8 : This is the day we went to Mr. King ' s to the Tea he always gives for us. It is some thing to which we all look with pleasure. Every one have the best time possible to have. Every thing nice and such good things to eat. ,c- ' ;:-!. .-.„,. Jokes THE CHAPERONE Who is the ever present one Who likes to join us in our fun ? The Chaperone! Who is the one who likes to drape On our high spirits the doleful crepe? The Chaperone ! Who is the one who censors all ? Who is the girl for whom I call ? The Chaperone! Who is the one who likes to park Who always gets right in the dark? The Chaperone? Who is the one who ' s gay and giddy, The one who tries to be so witty ? The Chaperone! Who is the one whom mothers love And think Ihey come right from above? The Chaperone ! Who is the good eternal sport Who plays with those of her own sort ? It ' s not the Chaperone ! The Freshmen stood on the railroad track, The train was coming fast, The train got off the railroad track To let the Freshmen pass. Virginia B. : How did you happen to be named Missouri ? Missouri M. : They couldn ' t decide what to name me, so they made a Missouri Com- promise. DuM : What is the left eye of a cat called ? Dora : Cat eye. Ashes to ashes and dust to dust, A girl with red hair is a sure sign of rust. D. ExLiNE (going into B. W. Book Store) : I would like to get Mated, please. Clerk : Sorry, young lady, but this is a book store, and not a matrimonial bureau. JanieR. : Have you a thumb-tack ? L. Mitchell: No, but I have a finger-nail. Father : Katharine, what does this 60 mean on your report card ? K. See : I don ' t know, Father, unless it is the temperature of the room. A learned instruc Took a chance on her luck, You may find her name here if you gaze; When she opened her box And pulled out the sox. Said, It ' s always the woman who pays. — (Price.) P M. Anderson (watching H. Poindexter playing piano) : Do you play by ear? H. Poindexter: No, my neck isn ' t long enough. Miss Williamson (entering C. O. station) : I want a railroad ticket ! Agent : Where to ? Miss W. : Where to ! Such nerve — the idea of asking a lady like myself such a question ! Certainly I shan ' t tell you. Give me the ticket — and how much is it? Agent : But lady, I can ' t sell you a ticket unless I know where you ' re going. Miss W. (resignedly) : Very well, then, give me a ticket to Richmond. Train arrived, and Miss W. took her seat, with a smile of satisfaction. Fall- ing half way out the window, she yelled to the station agent : Tee hee, I fooled you ! I ' m not going to Richmond — I ' m going to Char- lottesville. C. Brand: I heard that a woman was hung in a Chinese city. M.Johnson: Shanghai? C. Brand: Oh, about three feet, I guess. How is it that a dozen men sat under an umbrella and none got wet? It wasn ' t raining. THE SUPPRESED DESIRE Scene — Corner of New and Frederick streets. (Traffic congestion in front of church.) Time— Sunday morning, 10:45. Characters — M. B. C. girl and S. M. A. cadet. Action — Characters approach each other, hesitate, start to speak, hesitate — and pass on. To speak or not to speak, that is the question. Whether ' tis worse to suffer the sorrows and heartbreaks of an atrocious misunderstanding or by speaking in- cur the dean ' s displeasure. We have met before at the Ritz, but ' tis far different here ' neath the public ' s vigilance. What know I but that piercing eyes be near to report us. Aye, there ' s the rub! To be reported and subjected to that hateful humiliation created by rigid discipline. Alas ! We are not the rulers of our fate, but those in authority are now the masters of our souls. Conscience doth make cowards of us now. Day after day crawls by until the passing of time has no meaning; and still we remain dumb! We may not speak! Hope, the only re- maining fragment of life, holds forth in the human breast, but who knows but that in the dim, distant future we may arrange an assignation. Ah! when that night arrives cursed be he who cries, There goes the 9 :25 bell. V DECLENSION OF FAT IT ' S M. B. C. Oh, Mister Gallagher, oh, Mister Gallagher, Have you heard about that female institute ? Everybody wants to know Why the girls all love it so. It ' s the strictest place that you have ever seen. Oh, Mister Sheen, oh. Mister Sheen, Now I think I know the very school you mean, With the robes of funeral black And the chaperones in the back. Is it the I. W. W. ' s, Mister Gallagher? No, it ' s Mary Baldwin, Mister Sheen. D. HiSEY (looking in Vames ' longingly) : Gee, that candy makes my mouth water. L. Bridges : Here ' s a blotter. M. Thomas: Did you receive my poem, The Patient Hen ? D. Curry : x es, she ' s laying in the waste bas- Last steps of the latest dance — the front porch. FAMOUS WOMEN Eve Maggie Evangeline Cleo Cinderella Beatrice Fairfax Queen of Sheba Tilly (The Toiler) Snow White Mary Suj Joan of Arc Mrs. Dingleberry Follyanna Mary of Scots Elsie Dinsmore Ma Mona Lisa Mary Pickford L. Walker: McCabe, you know that court house down the street? McCabe : Yes. L. Walker : Well, you saw that cannon in the front yard. McCabe : Yes. L. Walker: Well, wouldn ' t that kill you ? c, ' f W E. CORNMAN (gaz- ing at H. Taggart ' s new ve, • V, l ns« ' : Are thev rose- . hose) : Are they rose taupe ? H. Taggart (not quite up on the styles) : y No, inside out Miss Morse (to C. Jaudon drying dishes) : Carter, be sure to dry the cups inside. C. Jaitdon (with- drawing to kitchen clos- et) : In this all right. Miss Morse? LaNDOfTHeQOOS GINNY ' S LUCK OR THE LIVING PARABLE Once upon a time, Ginny Thompson, daughter of old Sam Thompson, a famous soda-jerker, came to Mary Baldwin. She had her own check-book and a gold-filled fountain pen — enough said ! She lived in style for a year. She had a private bicycle, victrola, bath-a-day habit suite of rooms (consisting of two closets, with individual doors, and separate corne rs for her dresser and bed and a constant supply of Four Roses Perfume). But this was not all. Plenty of clothes, includ- ing a fur coat, a diamond ring, big gold watch (with initials on back), permanent wave, and plenty of boy friends. She paid dues to ten societies, including Y. W. C. A., Athletic Association, Sunday School, Shifter ' s Club, and two sororities, and every summer had enough money to hike to Niagara Falls and back. Then she became a senior. In the spring she paid her class assessments, for .senior ban- quet, the white dress fee, alumnae dues, and bought two hundred invitations and announce- ments. She bought pictures of the ten so- @ Wl B 7 cieties and two sororities, and twenty pictures lt,v! J of her bosom friends. Besides, she purchased ten trunks full of graduation clothes, two new white uniforms, and two new black unif orms (for old times ' sake), and five copies of The Bluestocking. She accepted bids to the following finals : W. and L., S. M. A., A. M. A., F. M. S., V. M. I., V. P. I., and Churchville High. Suddenly Ginny was called home to take up her father ' s work (who had been compelled to retire to an institution for several years to come), and Ginny didn ' t graduate. Moral: Not everything comes to her who waits. Mary had a dollar bill. In her pocket one day. She went up to the candy store And ate her bill away. Heimbach : Virginia, who was that gentleman you had a date with last night ? V. CoBLENTZ : That wasn ' t a gentleman — that was a cadet. The following was clipped from one of Billy ' s letters to Dot- tie : If I don ' t hear from you to- night they ' ll be dragging Gypsy Hill Lake for my body and I ' ll be sound asleep in bed. First Dumbell: Are you let- ting your hair grow out? Second Dumbell (sarcastical- ly) : No, it ' s just one of those long bobs. L. Thomas: What did you get for graduation ? P. Stewart: Did you see those squirrel coats at Palais Royal ? L. Thomas : Yes, yes ! P. Stuart : Well, I got a yel- low slicker. SONGS AND THEIR SEQUELS Always Demerit Hall Lost Hope Exams Sleepy Time Gal Janet Humphreys Oh, Say, Can I See You Tonight ? Pull your shade down Summer Nights In each shady past That Charleston Baby Seen any night in the gym Five-Foot-Two Ruth Stone Red Hot Henry Brown Lewis Pep Freshman Walks (Sweet Things !) Drowsy Waters Saturday nights I ' m Knee Deep in Daisies Our Golf Course Sweet Man Mail Man Who Took my tub ? I Never Knew (and I Never Will) F. Bondurant Miami Where is My Wandering Dad Tonight? By the Light of the Stars Night Watchman Tell Me Again Often heard in classes I Do— Do You? Sure I Want You All for Me Missouri Miller Collegiate Mr. Krone I ' Daddy Guess Who Dear Little Shamrock Freshmen Hot Stuff Walthour ' s Orchestra Isn ' t She the Sweetest Thing ? p. Scott Princess of Wails Patty Watson You Forgot to Remember Miss Price You ' re Just a Flower from an Old Boquet Emily Ramsey Good Night and Goodbye A touching farewell as the composer turns over • E. CoRNMAN (mounting Miss William- son ' s and Miss Wallace ' s pictures for faculty section) : down. Miss Meyer, I just can ' t keep them PRETZELINA SNITZEL AT BOARDING SCHOOL OR THEN THE FUN BEGAN He : You are so light on my feet. Little Pretzelina Snitzel, commonly known as Pollyanna, the girl with a smile, came hippity, hoppety, crash, bang, slide, right down the steps that led into the dining room. I ' m so glad, she cired, picking up herself — also a tooth knocked out by the fall, for I ' m down sooner than I ex- pected, and with a smile ran into the dining room and seated herself at the table. Goody, goody, goody, she cried. Isn ' t this just angel ! Beans again ! Now we won ' t have them tomorrow (maybe!) I ' m as happy as a louse. And dispelling witli her usual cheerfulness, all her doubts, she fell upon her bread and gravy with great gusto, never once thinking of her diet. Upon leaving the dining room she thought how much joy it would give her little college mates if she were to play a college prank upon her teacher. Yes, indeed ! That would just be the thing — a college prank ! So sneaking stealthily into the teacher ' s room, she poured a whole bottle of Listerine into her teacher ' s shoes, all the while laughing at her own little prank. And the day before she had nailed the dean ' s shoes to the floor of the closet. She was such a little trickster ! Now we will leave Pretzelina and continue her college pranks in next week ' s issue. Do you care if I smoke ? I don ' t care if you bum. Kingman (in note to F. Bondurant in Is that a E. X. ring you have on? Bondurant : No, it ' s Sigma Chi. A bird in the hand is bad table manners. ■irf ;- .! N, __ _ ;s . WHY DOGS CANNOT SPEAK (From Things Japanese ) Formerly dogs could speak. Now they cannot. The reason is that a dog belonging to a certain man, a long time ago inveigled his master into the forest, under the pretext of showing him game, and there caused him to be devoured by a bear. Then the dog went to his master ' s widow and lied to her, saying, My master has been killed by a bear. But when he was dying he commanded me to tell you to marry me in his stead. The widow knew that the dog was lying, but he kept on urging her to marry him. So, at last, in her grief and rage she threw a handful of dust into his open mouth. This made him unable to speak any more, and therefore no dog can speak even to this very day. And so it is with our own Ham and Jam, according to Wiggam ' s New Decalogue of Science. Miss Williamson (tapping dismissal bell in chapel) : All those taking exams today pass out first. All things come to him who orders hash. Mother (calling daughter) : Kaskareta, Kaskareta, oh, Kaskareta — come here! (And the little girl came running to her mother, because Kaskareta was hername.) B. Stone (in writing to her boy friend) : Just finished washing eighteen pairs of hose? B. F. (in answering letter) : What are you, anyway — a centipede or the washerwoman for the school? AFTERWORD !f our unworf hg book shafF make gou happiness, mosf honorabfe reader, f if shafF make gou remember friends and feasfs, fbe humbfe sfaff of fbe 1926 Bluestocking wifF be mosf grfad. ' :a : i pj;rj. Er Amid fhe branches of fhe sifvVy bowers Sfeepetb fhe mgrhfingraTe; perchance he knows Thaf spnngr hafh conne, and fakes fhe Tafer snows For fhe whife pefaTs of fhe pTunns ' sweef fTowers. -SOSEI Afumnae Assodafion OFFICERS President Mrs. Reba Andrews Arnold, Elkins, W. Va. First Vice-President Miss Mary Lou Bell, Staunton, Va. Second Vice-President Miss Elsie Jones, New Bern, N. C. Corresponding Secretary Miss Ruth C. Campbell, Staunton, Va. Recording Secretary Miss Virginia Parkins, Staunton, Va. Treasurer Miss Fannie Strauss, Staunton, Va. Chairman Missionary Scholarship Committee Mrs. Annie Hotchkiss Howison, Staunton, Va. organized chapters in Atlanta, Ga. Knoxville, Tenn. New York City Staunt on, Va. Washington, D. C. Western Pennsylvania The Alumnae Association cordially invites the 1926 graduates and outgoing students to become members of this organization. The dues are one dollar per year. Direcf org —Teachers Higgins, Miss Marianna P Mary Baldwin College, Staunton, Va. Bateman, Miss Effie Sherwood Avenue, Staunton, Va. Bear, Miss Mary Churchville, Va. Billant, Miss Antoinette 2 Rue Descartes, Brest, France Billant, Miss Lucie 2 Rue Descartes, Brest, France Caldwell, Miss Ellen G Wytheville, Va. Edmondson, Miss Lucy North Market Street, Staunton, Va. Edmondson, Miss Gertrude North Market Street, Staunton, Va. Eisenberg, Prof. C. F. W 931 North Augusta Street, Staunton, Va. Eisenberg, Miss Mary Caroline 931 North Augusta Street, Staunton, Va. Eisenberg, Miss Luise 931 North Augusta Street, Staunton, Va. Fraser, Miss Nora Staunton, Va. Fultz, Miss Lina Staunton, Va. Harris, Miss Eleanora Carlinville, 111. Hurlburt, Miss Mary E 59 Freemont Street, Bloomfield, N. J. Hoffman, Miss Perry Huntley 2032 West North Avenue, Baltimore, Md. Ireland, Miss Lillian 122 East 82nd Street, New York City Irvin, Miss Helen Elizabeth 5121 East Walnut Street, Indianapolis, Ind. Kiester, Miss Pearle Staunton, Va. King, Mr. W. W Staunton, Va. Latane, Miss Edith Plaza Apartments, Baltimore, Md. McFarland, Miss Abbie Mary Baldwin College, Staunton, Va. McFarland, Miss Nancy Mary Baldwin College, Staunton, Va. Meyer, Miss Gertrude 1216 Linden Avenue, Baltimore, Md. Montgomery, Miss Alma E 326 S. W. 13th Avenue, Miami, Fla. Morse, Miss Lydia Dodge Fort Meadow, Marlborough, Mass. Nail, Mr. David Staunton, Va. Potter, Miss Dorothy 428 Curry Avenue, Lexington, Ky. Price, Miss Alice Dudek Streett, Md. Price, Miss Louise Dobson 14 Grant Street, West Bridgewater, Mass. Riches, Miss Hermione 609 Bybee Avenue, Portland, Oregon Schmidt, Prof. R. W North Market Street, Staunton, Va. Strauss, Miss Fannie B 315 North New Street, Staunton, Va. Stuart, Miss Flora Wytheville, Va. Switzer, Miss Virginia Staunton, Va. Templeton, Mr. James L Staunton, Va. Timberlake, Miss Marie Edna . . . 1018 Princess Anne Street, Fredericksburg, Va. Teague, Mrs. Bertha N Deport, Texas Wallace, Miss Elizabeth Staunton, Va. White, Miss India O R. F. D. No. 4, Charlottesville, Va. Williamson, Miss Helen The Sheridan, 1523 22nd Street, Washington, D. C. Yount, Mrs. Frank L 802 Alleghany Avenue, Staunton, Va. urs ' g ff- ' - TQ p f  «y o  « « Direcforg— Sfudenfs Adams, Eleanor Blanche Woodsdale, Wheeling, W. Va. Albin, Elizabeth Kathleen West Congress Street, Charles Town, W. Va. Alexander, Mary Elizabeth Woodlee, Staunton, Va. Allen, Dorothy R Valley Pike, Staunton, Va. Alvis, Anne Isabel Fishersville, Va. Anderson, Effie Harness Franklin, W. Va. Anderson, Jessie Marian 440 Second Street, Beaver, Pa. Arey, Margaret Alma 144 Broad Street, Danville, Va. Arundale, Margaret Dorothy Stony Croft, Charlottesville, Va. Atkins, Rose Lobmann 1630 Monument Avenue, Richmond, Va. Baker, Margaret Simpkins 1135 May Street, Jacksonville, Fla. Ball, Julia College Station, Texas Ballinger, Frances Cross Round Hill, Va. Bantley, Florence Elizabeth 1210 Columbia Avenue, Windber, Pa. Barber, Julia Virginia 205 Churchville Avenue, Staxmton, Va. Barton, Mary Aurelia P.O. Box 1 12, Raphine, Va. Bass, Martha Jones New Jones Hotel, Madison, N. C. Baylor, Helen Louise 205 Russell Street, Bluefield, W. Va. Baylor, Mary Rebecca 231 North Lewis Street, Staunton, Va. Baylor, Margaret Lynn Churchville, Va. Bear, Jessie Sara 359 Sherwood Avenue, Staunton, Va. Bear, Dorothy Stickley 359 Sherwood Avenue, Staunton, Va. Bear, Frances Virginia 359 Sherwood Avenue, Staunton, Va. Bedinger, Henrietta Lee Charlotte Court House, Va. Beery, Clara 412 South Main Street, Harrisonburg, Va. Benson, Ida Lee 709 Pakn Avenue, Redland, Cal. Benson, Willie Mae 709 Palm Avenue, Redland, Cal. Berger, Adele Seip West Bath Avenue, Ashland, Ky. Berger, Janet West Bath Avenue, Ashland, Ky. Bergman, Victoria Louise The Neil House, Columbus, Ohio Bivens, Virginia Lenore 721 D. Street, N. W., Ardmore, Okla. Blackley, Mary Gilkeson 302 East Main Street, Staunton, Va. Bond, Juliet Lyle Brooke Staunton, Va. Bondurant, Frances Alexander 1214 Avalon Street, Birmingham, Ala. Bosserman, Juanita 204 Church Street, Staunton, Va. Bowen, Margaret Walker 216 Locust Street, Bluefield, W. Va. Boxley, Agnes McClung Orange, Va. Bowman, Betty 204 North Coalter Street, Staunton, Va. Bradford, Anne Margaret 621 East Beverley Street, Staunton, Va. Brand, Janet Peyton 630 Walnut Avenue, Waynesboro, Va. Brand, Mary Caroline Athens, Ga. Braxton, Agnes 365 Sherwood Avenue, Staunton, Va. Braxton, Mary Tomlin 365 Sherwood Avenue, Staunton, Va. Brewster, Alene Elizabeth Selma Blvd., Staunton, Va. Brockenbrough, Susie Burnley 321 Berkeley Place, Staunton, Va. Brooks, Edna Virginia 9 Fayette Street, Staunton, Va. Broome, Elizabeth Gowanlock 32 Elizabeth Place, Jacksonville, Fla. Brown, Mary Leola Churchville, Va. Brown, Etta Lois Churchville, Va. Brown, Mary Elizabeth Swoope, Va. Brown, Gamette Travers Manassas, Va. Krown, Doris Helen 155 East Springettsburg Avenue, York, Pa. Brown, Laura Morrison 216 East Frederick Street, Staunton, Va. Brown, Mary Edith Hendren Street, Selma, Staunton, Va. Buddy, Margaret Vincent 64 CarUon Street, East Orange, N J. Biungardner, Mary Margaret Staunton, Va. Burkholder, Ellen Hanger Staunton, Va. Bums, Elizabeth Marshall Charles Town, W. Va. Burrow, Laura McClung 334 Sherwood Avenue, Staunton, Va. Burrow, Elizabeth 334 Sherwood Avenue, Staunton, Va. Burrow, Anastasia Devereux 334 Sherwood Avenue, Staunton, Va. Burton, Eloise Lavonia, Ga. Bussey, Helen Elizabeth Stuarts Draft, Va. Campbell, Mary Person Stuarts Draft, Va. Carhart, Evelyn Tabor 4418 Spruce Street, Philadelphia, Pa. Carleton, Helen Elizabeth Chilton Hall, Staunton, Va. Carleton, Elsie Florence Chilton Hall, Staunton, Va. Catlett, Mary Mercer 309 Vine Street, Staunton, Va. Cecil, Virginia Louise Box 336, McKeesport, Pa. Christian, Mary Howard 638 West Frederick Street, Staunton, Va. Clapp, Mary Gravely 142 St. Paul ' s Place, Brooklyn, N. Y. Clatterbaugh, Leola Virginia 1615 West Main Street, Staunton, Va. Clemmer, JuUa Florence 202 North Lewis Street, Staunton, Va. Qemmer, Margaret Kerr 66 R Street, N. W., Washington, D. C. Qark, Alma Virginia Luray, Va. Coblentz, Mary Virginia Middletown, Md. Cohron, Mildred Ruth Stuarts Draft, Va. Constable, Rebecca 139 West Main Street, Elkton, Md. Constable, Jane Frazer 121 North St., Elkton, Md. Cook, Mary Frances 514 Selma Avenue, Selma, Ala. Cornman, Elise de Grant Marietta, Pa. Cottrell, Anne Christian 116 North Madison Street, Staunton, Va. Crafton, Catherine Elizabeth 1 14 Fayette Street, Staunton, Va. Crafton, Frances Louise 114 Fayette Street, Staunton, Va. Craig, Lucille Virginia R. F. D. No. 3, Staunton, Va. Crawford, Katherine Elizabeth Hill Crest, Weyers Cave, Va. Crouse, Sallie Jane 1543 Lee Street, Charleston, W. Va. Curry, Dorothy 115 Prospect Street, Staunton, Va. Banner, Mary Artis Brookwood, Va. Davidson, Virginia Lewis 211 West Frederick Street, Staunton, Va. Day, Nancy Bearing Douglaston, Long Island, N. Y. De Mund, Margaret Louise 301 North Market Street, Staunton, Va. Diamond, Eunice Churchville, Va. Dils, Dorothea Eleanora Camden Terrace, Parkersburg, W. Va. Doswell, Mary Elizabeth 11 South St. Clair Street, Staunton, Va. Druesedow, Virginia 1 Sauerman Apartment, Houston, Texas Dunavant, Louise Wert 610 Queen ' s Road, Charlotte, N. C. Dunton, Marguerite Walker Bayford, Va. Dyer, Dorothy Franklin, W. Va. East, Mary Elizabeth 316 East Main St., Staunton, Va. Eisenberg, Borothy Marie 931 North Augusta St., Staunton, Va. Eldred, Mary Wilson 719 Fredonia Road, Princeton, Ky. Eskridge, Wilhelmina Cooke Hardinsburg, Ky. Evans, Mae Wolson Onley, Va. Exline, Borothy Bunlap Ballas Country Club, Ballas, Texas Fleming, Catherine Holt 301 Beverley Terrace, Staunton, Va. Flippin, Isabel Anderson University Place, University, Va. Foote, Lois Elaine Nunda, N. Y. Footer, Alice Booth 120 Green Street, Cumberland, Md. Frantz, Lilian Adele 252 Main Street, Homell, N. Y. Friend, Grace Lunsford 28 North Union Street, Petersburg, Va. Fultz, Marguerite Lyle R. F. B. 4, Staunton, Va. Gayhart, Martha Elizabeth 115 Point Street, Staunton, Va. George, Flora Elmira Leesburg, Va. Gibson, Elise Ivy Bepot, Va. Glisan, Phyllis Harper The Bingle, Cumberland, Md. Gill, Blanche EHzabeth Bowling Green, Va. Gill, Susan Barret 1439 St. James Court, Louisville, Ky. Gochenour, Carolyn Catherine 14 West Frederick Street, Staunton, Va. Gooch, Adele 20 Coalter Street, Staunton, Va. Goodloe, Kathleen C 103 Church Street, Staunton, Va. Goodman, Bertha Barron 6333 Burbridge Street, Germantown, Pa. Gordon, Judith 342 Madison Avenue, New York City Gorin, Lucile Weisiger 206 East 4Sth Street, Savannah, Ga. Graham, Virginia Blenner Cass, W. Va. Grasty, Mary Campbell Box 485, College Park, Staunton, Va. Grasty, Lucile Olivia Box 485, College Park, Staunton, Va. Guthrie, Sarah Frances 119 Sul Ross Avenue, Houston, Texas Gwyn, Nell Blair North Wilkesboro, N. C. Hackley, Elinor 94 South Clinton Street, East Orange, N. J. Hall, Doris Aletha Staunton, Va. Hamel, Dorothy Eloise Stuart, Fla. Hamilton, Mary Lucille 105 West High Street, Mt. Sterling, Ky. Hamilton, Mary Wilson 8 Tams Street, Staunton, Va. Hammer, Virginia Bradley 162 East Main Street, Luray, Va. Hamrick, Fleeta Blanche Mt. Sidney, Va. Hankins, Doris Henley 619 Grove Avenue, Charlottesville, Va. Hardie, Francina 1020 East Rio Grande Street, El Paso, Texas Harman, Alice Clemence Petersburg, W. Va. Harman, Arline Engart 1900 Florida Avenue, Washington, D. C. Harman, Eugenia Sherrod 1900 Florida Avenue, Washington, D. C. Harris, Mary Margaret 19 Virginia Avenue, Staunton, Va. Harris, Mary Lou 320 North New Street, Staunton, Va. Harvey, Mary Bruce 735 McCormick St., Clifton Forge, Va. Hawpe, Mary Boone Greenville, Va. Haynes, Jean 36 Willow Branch Terrace, Jacksonville, Fla. Heimbach, Elizabeth Hotel Allen, Allentown, Pa. Henderson, Betty Lawson Blacksburg, Va. Heneberger, Mabel Grymes 231 Campbell Street, Harrisonburg, Va. Heslep, Ruby Annie 516 Winthrop Street, Staunton, Va. Hesser, Elizabeth 16 Church Street, Staunton, Va. Hiner, Helen Harrison Franklin, W. Va. Hisey, Dorothy Page 21 South St. Clair Street, Staunton, Va. Hodge, Mary Linnard 222 Winona Avenue, Germantown, Pa. Hoge, Katherine Hanson 112 North Coalter Street, Staunton, Va. HoUis, Mary Elizabeth Seaford, Del. Holt, Mary Caperton Staunton, Va. Honaker, Frankie Bee 1516 Main Street, Princeton, W. Va. Holladay, Elizabeth Nicholas 864 Locust Avenue, Charlottesville, Va. Hood, Martha Whitely 1426 South 16th Street, Birmingham, Ala. Hopson, Laura Lanier 831 Park Street, Jacksonville, Fla. - --™™f • ■- 3(4 ' ? - Hotinger, Pauline Steele Kerr ' s Creek, Va. Hoye, Lavaune A. Hoffman 28 East 56th Street, New York City Huff, Katherine Vinyard The Barrens, Roanoke, Va. Hull, Josephine 202 Elast Gwinnett Street, Savannah, Ga. Hume, Elise Gray Leesburg, Va. Hume, Elizabeth Caldwell Leesburg, Va. Humphrey, Janet Birge Pleasantville, N. Y. Hunt, Jennie Sarepta Portland, Texas Hunt, Elizabeth Lee 46 Alexandria Apts, Cincirmati, Ohio Irvine, May Sterrett 501 Park Street, Charlottesville, Va. Jackson, Harriett Louise Free Grove, Staunton, Va. Jaudon, Mary Carter The Pines, Elberton, Ga. Jenkins, Frances Westbrooke 412 Western Avenue, Rocky Mount, N. C. Johnston, Theo Leavitt 100 Adelaide Avenue, Fort Smith, Ark. Johnson, Florence Elizabeth Craigsville, Va. Johnson, Nancy Cooper 9 South Dudley Place, Ventnor City, N. J. Johnson, Elizabeth Tipton West Trade Street, Charlotte, N. C. Johnson, Martha Meredith Box 51, Athens, La. Jordan, Lydia Elinore 2320 Elm Street, Denver, Col. Jordan, Margaret Louise R. F. D. 6, Staunton, Va. Jordan, Alma Trout 19 Hancock Street, Staunton, Va. Junkin, Nettie Du Bose 35 Jackson Avenue, Lexington, Va. Karr, Jean Elvira 620 Rebecca Avenue, Wilkinsburg, Pa. Kinard, Jane Elizabeth 309 Euclid Avenue, Atlanta, Ga. Kingman, Leila Elizabeth 161 North Coalter Street, Staunton, Va. Kirby, lola West Point, Ga. Kitchen, Lauretta Louise 994 Prospect Place, Ashland, Ky. Knight, Elizabeth Doswell Buena Vista, Va. Kirtner, Jessie Laird Craigsville, Va. Lackey, Martha Grace 112 North New Street, Staunton, Va. Lambert, Elizabeth Woodlee, Staunton, Va. Lambert, Kitty Burnett Woodlee, Staimton, Va. Lambert, Sara Belle 29 South Coalter Street, Staunton, Va. Lambert, Mary Virginia 29 South Coalter Street, Staunton, Va. Landram, Freda Lee Valley Pike, Staunton, Va. Lange, Mary Jane Churchville, Va. LaRowe, mizabeth King University Court, University, Va. Latta, Hallie Mae Woodsdale, Wheeling, W. Va. Latimer, Mary Nellwyn 11 South Market Street, Staunton, Va. Leap, Mary Virginia 508 Highland Avenue, S. W., Roanoke, Va. Sg2 3 i; -™ - | airie ' : i:iXT l s Lee, Dallas Anne 15 Peyton Street, Staunton, Va. Loewner, Mildred Davison 340 East Market Street, Harrisonburg, Va. Loreman, Martha Jane Loremondale, Crisfield, Md. Lory, Anne May South Charleston, W. Va. Louthan, Mary Lide North Coalter Street, Staunton, Va. Luckett, Mildred Arnold Luckett, Va. Lynn, Elizabeth Miller South Roanoke, Va. Loomis, Catherine B 110 Fayette Street, Staunton, Va. MacConnell, Elisabeth Browning 395 West Main Street, Salem, Va. Macdonald, Anne Elizabeth 3101 Guilford Avenue, Baltimore, Md. Macdonald, Katherine Louise 3101 Guilford Avenue, Baltimore, Md. McAden, Lena 3141 Riverside Avenue, Jacksonville, Fla. McAlister, Betsy C 204 East Frederick, Hot Springs, Ark. McCabe, Alice Virginia 2328 Roslyn Avenue, Duluth, Minn. McClain, Annie Bachman Sweetwater, Tenn. McClung, Marie 102 North Augusta Street, Staunton, Va. McCue, Margaret Huston R. F. D. 4, Staunton, Va. McCue, Cecelia Hookersville, W. Va. McDavid, Martha 4215 Gleenwood Avenue, Birmingham, Ala. McKee, Martha Olive 3302 Redwood Road, Cleveland Heights, Ohio McLean, Helen Douty 616 Windemere Avenue, Interlaken, N. J. McMahon, Anna Catherine 2007 Denison Street, Baltimore, Md. Martin, Sarah Baldwin Rivoli, Macon, Ga. Martin, Blanche Du Bose 530 Tremont Street, Selma, Ala. Masterson, Edna Vivian 3408 La Branch Street, Houston, Texas Matthews, Marguerite Mary Machipongo, Va. Messick, Rebecca Short Bloxom, Va. Miller, Martha Missouri Christiansburg, Va. Miller, Dorothy Jean 729 7th Avenue, Bethlehem, Pa. Miller, Elizabeth Thresa 422 Jefferson Avenue, Niagara Falls, N. Y. Mitchell, Louise Frances Mapleview, Marion, Va. Mitchell, Minnie 413 Williams Street, Waycross, Ga. Moran, Naomi Beverley Manor, Staunton, Va. Morriss, Dorothy Elizabeth 215 North Market Street, Staunton, Va. Mountcastle, Mildred Beverly 422 Riverside Avenue, Covington, Va. Mower, Marjorie Lockridge 323 West Frederick Street, Staunton, Va. Naff, Dorothy Box 667, Staunton, Va. Naff, Ruth Elizabeth Box 667, Staunton, Va. Newberry, Virginia Jamerson Bland, Va. Ott, Rosa Lee Juanita Harrisonburg, Va. Pancake, Mary Moore 1209 East Frederick Street, Staunton, Va. Patterson, Margaret 3610 Hawthorne Avenue, Richmond, Va. Perry, Mary Frances 16 North Washington Street, Staunton, Va. Perry, Katherine 16 North Washington Street, Staunton, Va. Peters, Julia Louise 42 North 12th Street, AUentown, Pa. Peyton, Betty Washington 305 E. Main Street, Staunton, Va. Phipps, Pauline Preston Galax, Va. Pierce, Jane Frances 314 North New Street, Staunton, Va. Poindexter, Helen Adele 5125 Live Oak Street, Dallas, Texas Powell, Dorothy 14 North Jefferson Street, Staunton, Va. Price, Robena Lyne Marshall 2227 Crescent Avenue, Charlotte, N. C. Quarles, Cornelia Taylor Staunton, Va. Quillin, Charlotte Josephine 502 North Division Street, Salisbury, Md. Ragan, Elizabeth Adams 219 West FrankHn Avenue, Gastonia, N. C. Ralston, Sara Frances 317 East Main Street, Staunton, Va. Ramsey, Emily Virginia 20, The Triangle, Front Royal, Va. Ramsey, Elizabeth Maxwell Patterson Heights, Beaver Falls, Pa. Ratchf ord, Mary Frances Box 123, Staunton, Va. Ratchford, Ethel Box 123, Staunton, Va. Reed, Ruth 360 Main Street, Brookeville, Pa. Reid, Sibelle Stonewall Jackson Hotel, Staunton, Va. Richardson, Mary Elizabeth O ' Keef e, W. Va. Richcreek, Qara Kathleen 212 North Augusta Street, Staunton, Va. Richcreek, Edythe 212 North Augusta Street, Staunton, Va. Roache, Edith Merrell Cape Fear Apts., Wilmington, N. C. Roberts, Jane Clark Chase City, Va. Roberts, Elizabeth Spotts 3602 Seminary Avenue, Richmond, Va. Roberts, Mildred Craven .212 West 36th Street, Savannah, Ga. Robinson, Priscilla Alden 108 Pine Street, Clearfield, Pa. Rohr, Juanita Elizabeth R. F. D. 7, Staunton, Va. Roosa, Virginia 391 Quail Street, Albany, N. Y. Rosborough, JuUa Reid 1626 Oak Street, Jacksonville, Fla. Rosenberger, Elsie Mathilda .... 503 South Washington Street, Winchester, Va. Ruckman, Frances Moore 316 North New Street, Staunton, Va. Rumpf, Dorothy . .Oxford and Avon Roads Wykagyl Park, New Rochelle, N. Y. Russell, Margaret Kable Kable Station, Staunton, Va. Russell, Marjorie Gibbs 212 North Market Street, Staunton, Va. Russell, Frances Holbert 212 North Market Street, Staunton, Va. Schoononer, Lois Elaine 606 Magnolia Street, Greensboro, N. C. Scott, Margaret Caskie Burkeville, Va. Seal, Adelaide Bidwell 2415 North Calvert Street, Baltimore, Md. See, Katharine AUyn Floyd, Va. Sellers, Marie Nicholas Haynes City, Fla T ' ' ?l ' ' -- -4-- % e %. Shanks, Eleanor Lamar 423 Church Street, Selma, Ala. Silver, Mary Gray 501 South Queen ' s Street, Martinsburg, W. Va. Smith, Elizabeth Carroll 32 West 40th Street, New York City Snyder, Helen Belle 1112 Walnut Street, Staunton, Va. Spitler, Virginia Modelle Greenville, Va. Spitler, Velma Lee Greenville, Va. Stockton, Helen Janet Seaside Hotel, Orange Grove, N. J. Stallard, Myra Gene 2315 Belmont Avenue, Parson, Kas. Stokes, Bessie Rinehart Edgehill, Covington, Va. Shumate, Phyllis Kathryn Churchville, Va. Stone, Ruth Maria 1221 Wasena Terrace, Roanoke, Va. Stone, Beatrice Elinor The Plains, Va. Stratton, Margaret Wheeler 523 Thornrose Avenue, Staunton, Va. Strong, Helen Travis East 242 North 10th Avenue, St. Petersburg, Fla. Strossman, Mary Elizabeth 139 North Maysville Street, Mt. Sterling, Ky. Stuart, Kathryn Page Chickasaw, Mobile, Ala. Sullivan, Elizabeth Louisa 1220 East Duffy Street, Savannah, Ga. Swift, Florence Gibbs 309 Ozrola Street, Orlanda, Fla. Sydenstricker, Katie Massie 225 East Main Street, Staunton, Va. Symons, Josephine Dent 700 10th Street, Washington, D. C. Symons, Viola Dent 700 10th Street, Washington, D. C. Tabb, Annie Gertrude 213 East Frederick Street, Staunton, Va. Taggart, Helen H 114 Centre Street, Frackville, Pa. Taylor, Dixie Alexander 227 Pleasant Street, Staunton, Va. Taylor, Mary Garland 8 Oakenwold Terrace, Staunton, Va. Terrell, Mary 223 West Agarita Avenue, San Antonio, Texas Thomas, Mary Isabel 47 South 14th Street, Allentown, Pa. Thomas, Irma Lee 531 East Main Street, Lexington, Ky. Thomas, Elizabeth Dunlap Box 654, Staunton, Va. Thompson, Dorothy Ruth 28 Court Street, Ridgway, Pa. Thrift, Caroline Arnold 637 South Monnes, Sapulpa, Okla. Townley, Mildred Lee Ronceverte, W. Va. Trott, Arme Radford Willow Spout Inn., Ft. Defiance, Va. Trotter, Marjorie Houston Woodstock, Va. Tully, Maurine Mt. Hope, W. Va. Vance, Roberta Hume Bagby Street, Staunton, Va. Vance, Eugenia Stowe Bagby Street, Staunton, Va. Van Wagenen, Mae Elise Chariottesville, Va. Venable, Elizabeth Byrd 550 Vine Street, Chattanooga, Tenn. Wagaman, Mary Cordelia 400 Virginia Avenue, Hagerstown, Md. Waide, Mary Katherine Selma Boulevard, Staunton, Va. Walker, Lois Virginia 200 Irvington Avenue, South Orange, N. J. Walker, Virginia S 303 East High Street, Charlottesville, Va. Wallace, Ellen ' 108 West Beverley Street, Staunton, Va. Wallace, Irene Hyden 108 West Beverley Street, Staunton, Va. Walters, Martha Gwrathmey 215 East Beverley Street, Staunton, Va. Walthour, Helen Clayton R. F. D. 2, Wilmington Island, Savannah, Ga. Walthour, Virginia Clayton R. F. D. 2, Wilmington Island, Savannah, Ga. Walton, Mary Linton Staunton, Va. Ward, Margaret Nottingham Belle Haven, Va. Watkins, Nancy Belle Crewe, Va. Watson, Pattie Mae University, Va. Weade, Mary Ella 802 Nelson Street, Staunton, Va. Webb, Jamie Spring Hill, Mobile, Ala Weidner, Elizabeth Eleanor Dola, W. Va. Weller, Marguerite Gertrude R. F. D. 5, Staunton, Va. White, Mary Woodfin 409 Maple Avenue, Waynesboro, Va. White, Rebecca Anne Keller, Va. White, Selma 165 Kensington Way, San Francisco, Cal. Wigginton, Helen Gertrude 1839 Calhoun Street, New Orleans, La. Wigginton, Dorothy Nell 1839 Calhoun Street, New Orleans, La. Williams, Eunice 710 Central Avenue, Dunkirk, N. Y. Williams, Rebecca Brand 330 Vine Street, Staunton, Va. Williams, Susanna Ellen 403 Coalter Street, Staunton, Va. Wilson , Louise Brownie 10 Church Street, Staunton, Va. Wilson, Amy Jane 105 Walworth Avenue, White Plains, N. Y. Withers, Helenora Barron 400 Queen ' s Road, Charlotte, N. C. Witz, Sarah Dean 232 East Beverley Street, Staunton, Va. Wood, Caroline Lee 719 Northumberland Avenue, Roanoke, Va. Wood, Virginia Kirk . . .171 Chapworth Ave., Larchmont Hill, Larchmont, N. Y. Woodward, Anne Montgomery 229 East Beverley Street, Staunton, Va. Woodward, Pauline 311 Berkley Place, Staunton, Va. Wright, Dorothy Ella 521 Moore Avenue, Lufkin, Texas Wright, Jessika Atherton Louisville, Ga. Yates, Rena Mills 110 North 4th Street, Wilmington, N. C. Young, Anna Gabriel Coopersville, Pa. Yount, Frances Gushing 802 Alleghany Avenue, Staunton, Va. HE 1926 Bloestocktng Sf aff wls es fo express ifs appreciafion fo fhe Business and Professionaf Men, Cor- porafions, and Tnsfifufions who have hefped in fhe pubficafion of fhis Annuaf bg fheir Mnd pafronagfe. Mary Baldwin College AND Mary Baldwin Seminary ESTABUSHED IN 1842 FOR YOUNG LADIES STAUNTON, VIRGINIA Term begins September 9, 1926. Located in the beautiful and historic Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. Unsurpassed climate, handsome buildings, and modern appointments. Three hundred and sixty students, session 1925-1926, from twenty-four states and two foreign countries. Courses: College, 4 years, A. B. Degree; College Prepar- atory, 4 years. Music, Art, Expression, Domestic Science, and Athletics — Gymnasium and Field. Small classes and thor- ough work. Send for catalogue. A PARTIAL VIEW OF PALAIS ROYAL The House of Fashion ' On M. R. C. SiKiiTix,; Day I3ISTINCT1VP: CLOTHES WITH THAT INDIVIDUAL TOUCH THAT DENOTES SMARTNESS. WITH GOOD TASTE We Cater to the Whims of the College Girl PALAIS ROYAL 9 Iv ' ist Fifvt ' rle ' Street STAUNTON VIRGINIA Beverly Book Co., Inc. STATIONERY MEMORY BOOKS KODAK ALBUMS VICTROLAS and RECORDS VIRGINIA M. B. G. Drug Store ®l|p ?4n5f-lprkplpg lu tn MAKERS OF FINE PHOTOGRAPHS 22 East Main Street STAUNTON School Catalogs and Illustrations Dance Programs and Invitations Leather Dance Favors and Covers Fraternity and Class Stationery The CHAS. H. ELLIOTT COMPANY The Largest College Engraving House in the World Commencement Invitations, Class Day Programs, Class Pins and Rings Seventeenth Street and Lehigh Avenue PHILADELPHIA Wedding Invitations Calling Cards, Menus HOTEL STONEWALL JACKSON, Staunton, Va. EUROPEAN PLAN ABSOLUTELY FIREPROOF Most [ociern and Beautifully Appointed in the State of Virginia A. T. MOORE, Presipent IN THE WONDERFUL SHENANDOAH V A L L E Y JOHN FALLON The New Theatre STAGE AND SCREEN ATTRACTIONS OWNED AND OPKRATEI) by the NEW THEATRE CORPORATION S. F. SNYDER MASSANUTTEN ACADEMY Woodstock, ' ir,t;inia (Shenandoah Valley) PREPARATORY SCHOOL FOR MANLY HO Y S TRANSFER For Service Phone 166 Miss Whitk: Of what art- _ ou afraid. ni ' child ? Peggy Russel: Oh. teacher, the llowers ; they ' re so wild ! Dr. Hume Sprmkel DENTIST E. Brow X : I will now sing, I ' m 1)11 my way to the Insane Asylum, accompanied by the orchestra. 20 CENTRAL AVENUE STAUNTON, VIRGINIA For Forty - Three Years We Have Been Printing Programs and Circulars for the Schools of Staunton —CALL U S U P— JULIUS J. PRUFER Successor to Stoneburner Prufer Printers Since 1882 25 N- Augusta St., St.iunton, ' a. WORTHINGTON HARDWARE COMPANY INCORPORATED I guess I ' ll double my allow ance, said Liz Roberts, as she folded her dollar bill. A Full Line of SHELF AND HEAVY HARDWARE STAUNTON VIRGINIA BOOKS (if all Pulilishcrs at Pulilishers ' Prices TEXT BOOKS FOR SCHOOLS Prompt Attention to all Orders The Book Depository E. B. LIPSCOMB. Room 16 Crowie Building STAUNTON, VIRGINIA ' tauntflu Milttarg Ara pmy PREMIER HO OR SCHOOL OF DIXIE FIRST IN VIRGINIA FIRST IN THE SOUTH For Catalogue, Address COL. THOMAS H. RUSSELL, President 1 i 1 AUGUSTA FRUIT and 1 JOS. W. GAYHART 1 PRODUCE COMPANY 1 1 1 ' Sheet Metal Worker fi FRESH FRUITS | and CoxTRACTOk 1 VEGETABLES | 1 FULL LINE 01- CANDIES 1 Roofing, Spouting and 1 ' i Furnace Work l Phone 371 i a Specialty 1 Opposite C. (). Depot 1 Telephone 7.V) 112-114 Greenville Avenue |! Staunton - - - ' irginia ;|; Staunton - - - Virj inia INSURANCE ON PERSONAL EFFECTS Covering all hazards, including Fire, Theft and Transportation, at the College, in Hotels, or boarding houses or when travel- ing. Charges Reasoiiahli- W. J. Perry Corporation Masonic Temple Staunton - - - Virginia VALLEY TIRE and SUPPLY COMPANY Jas. S. Simmons, Jr., Prop. ACCESSORIES TIRES AND TUBES P earings for ALL Cars PISTON RINGS VULCANIZING Phone 9.V Staunton - - - Virginia B. W. BOOK CO. (iifts Greeting Cards Hooks Pictures Picture Frames Fine Stationery Engraving and Die Stamping 18 p-.ast Main Street Staunton - - - Virginia V A M E S SWEET S H O P P E — Its Szvcet H ' c Have It— East Main Street GIl ' E US .1 TRIAL GREY ROSE TEA ROOM STAUNTON VIRGINIA CONDENSED STATEMENT OF The Staunton National Bank OF STAUNTON, VA. DECEMBER 31, 1925 Resourcks Loans and Investments $ 812,576.30 LI. S. Bonds 81,000.(1(1 Furniture and Fixtures 20,378.63 Cash on hand 24,818.88 Due from Banks. . .88,699.43 113,518.31 $1,027,473.30 Li.Mtii.niK.s Capital Stock $ 100,0(1(UK1 Surplus and Profits 71,138. 9 Dividends payable Jan. 2,1926 5.00(1.0(1 Circulating Notes 81,000.00 Rediscounts 17,500.00 Deposits 752,834.71 $1,027,473.30 3% Interest Paid in Savings Department B. E. Vaughan, President E. W. Randoli ' h, Cashier T. N. McFarland, Vice-Fres. Fri ' d M. l- ' ifer, .: ,v,f . Cashier M. Kivlighan . l. L. Hell F. T. Holt .(. I- Witz WHITE STAR MILLS Manufacturers of High Grade Flour Ask Your Cjrcjcer for MELROSE PATENT WHITE STAR PATENT NEW PROCESS STRAIGHT BRANDS Maiuifacturc ' il Solely 1) - WHITE STAR MILLS .Staunton - - - N ' ir.ijinia Our Delicious Bakery Products FANCY ICE CREAM Whitman ' s Fine Chocolates and Confections EDWIN R. ANDERSON 12 K. Main St. Staunton, ' a. The al)Sent-ininded school girl threw her laundry in bed and stood outside the door all Sunday night. HAMRICK COMPANY Florists Shipping Point for the Famous Shenandoah Yallev X ' irginia an 1st Chinaman; Thy prince is uncouth blackguard. 2nd Chinaman: So ' s your old mandarine. Augusta National Bank CHARLES HOLT, Inc. CAPITAL $100,000.00 SURPLUS $.300,000.00 Agency fur Vogue Patterns Betty Wales Dresses Millinery and Dress Goods RESOURCES OVER $L700,000.00 CHARLES HOLT, Inc. Staunton irginia SPROUL AND CROWLE ROSEMARY TEA SHOP Insurance and Fidelity Bonds Phone L S Masonic Temple Staunton - - - ' ir -inia Cor. Augusta and Frederick Streets Opposite Y. M. C. A. Staunton - - - Virginia Luncheon Afternoon Tea Dinner Special Hot Lunch 12 to 2 P. M. Telephone 690 (;1FTS NOVELTIES THE BEVERLEY HOTEL Staunton : : : : ' irg;inia is only two squares from M. H. C, while parents remain- ing in the city for a length of tin e can secure SPECIAL RATES Special Attention Given School Patrons THE BIGGEST AND REST EQUIPPED PLANT IN THE STATE WOODWARD ' S CLEANING AND DYEING WORKS STAUNTON VIRGINIA THE 1 AGENTS 1 1 STRAND FOR 1 THEATRE WHITMAN ' S CANDIES 1 K(Jk THE P)P1ST l. 1 MOTION i PICTURES 1 i WILLSONBROS. 1 Simply Service We Use Only SOFT WATER in Our Plant— That is the Reason for the WHITENESS of Our Laundry Work -Phone 495— Staunton Steam Laundry STAUNTON VIRGINIA The National Valley Bank OF STAUNTON. VIRGINIA RESOURCES MORE THAN THREE MILLION Al ' gusta County ' s Oldest, Largest and Strongest Bank 1 )esignatecl by Federal Reserve Board to Act as Executor, Trustee, etc. W.M. . . Pratt, President Gilpin Wii.lson, Vice-President (H.xs. S. Hunter, Vice-Pres., Cashier (. ' . K. Hdce, Assistant Cashier W. B. [lLI.ER, Assistant Cashier Jas. C. Foster. ' I ' rust Officer Massive Safe Deposit Vault Capacity 3200 Safe Deposit Boxes HOGE AND McCHESNEY Atlas Insurance Agency F-I-R-E insurance Si ' RETY r.oxns I ' ' rKMsiiEn Nancy : How did Pe,a;gy make out in her finals? Bee: She was caught cheating! Nancy : What — Peggy cheat- ing? I ' .i:e: In physiology class the i|uestion was asked: How many crtel)rae are there? — and she was caught rulihing her hack. Office- -0|KTa House i Woe is me. said the horse as Staunton - - - N ' irginia i he sto])|ied. FOR THE GRADUATE ARE YOU AT LOSS TO KXOW WHAT TO GIVE THIS YEAR? It won ' t take long to decide if you will come in and look over our stock of FINE JEWELRY We have just received a shipment of newly des igned CLASS PINS. RINGS, BROOCHES, and other up-to-date Novelties that would be very appropriate and couldn ' t be other than appreciated. We would appreciate a call from you. D. L. SWITZER —JEWELER— 19 East Main Street :::::: Staunton, Virginia — Established 1870— S. M. WILKES COMPANY Mrs. Jos. P. Allen, Owner Jos. P. Allen, Manager Furniture and Undertaking Ambulance — Motor — Hearse Chapel Bryan ' s Department Store Staunton, Virginia Home p HUMMING BIRD Silk Hose Cut Flowers Funeral Designs 114-116-118 W. Main St., Staunton - - - Virginia Phones— Day 659 Night-Sunday— 329 RICHMOND DAIRY COMPANY MAXLFACTL ' RERS and DEALERS in DAIRY PRODUCTS Head Offick axd Factory RICHMOND, VIRGINIA BRANCH PLANTS LOCATED AT Staunton, ' a. Waynesboro, Va. Spottswood, Va, New Hope, ' a. Lexinj ton. ' a. —TERMS AND PRICES GLADL Y FURNLSHED ON REQUEST— . S l ' utl ' AKrriENT STOBXi 11 S. Augusta St.. Staunton. ' a. Dry Goods Shoes Ready-to-Wear Clothing and Notions Always the Newest at the LOW Prices, Made Possible by our 676 Store Buying Power Get the Penny Habit BOUDOIR DESK AND TABLE LAMPS will make your room wonderfully attractive Columbia KKCORDS AUGUSTA FURNITURE COMPANY West Main .Street ches, Diamonds, Jewelry, Silverware, Eastman Kodaks, and Everything in Mary Baldwin Jewelry Special Invitation to Visit our Gift and Art Department H. L. LANG COMPANY, Jewelers, Staunton, Virginia Miss Hattie Guthman Expert New York Shopper will send things REFERENCES REQUIRED 530 West F.n.l Ave, New York, N. Y. You ' ll Have To Study and study hard and then we doubt if you can think of a single place you ' ve ever dined that equalled CHRIS ' RESTAURANT BREEZY HILL INN STAUNTON VIRGINIA JOSEPH LOEWNER GROCERIES CANDIES CAKES Staunton - - - Virginia Auguata Mtlttary Arai? mij (Roller ' s School) A Modern School with a country location in the famous Valley of Virginia. Endorsed by the Virginia Military Institute and other Universities. Army officers detailed bv the War Department. Junior R. O. T. C. $200,000 plant, vvith absolutely fire-proof barracks. Steam heat, electric lights and splendid athletic field and campus. Cadet band of thirty pieces. Able faculty of College men, who take a personal interest in the boys ' academic work and who coach all athletic teams. Enrollment limited to 275. Boys from thirty states last year. Rates $650.00. For Catalogue. Address COL. THOS. J. ROLLER or MAJ. C. S. ROLLER, Jr., Principals Fort Defiance. Virginia WHERE THE WOMAN WHO KNOWS BUYS HER CLOTHES ARE AGENTS FOR MODART CORSETS, TREO GIRDLES, BRASSIERS, MINERVA YARNS, ROYAL SOCIETY ART GOODS, MUNSING-VVEAR, GOTHAM, GOLDSTRIPE KAYSER STOCKINGS, GLOVES, AND UNDERWEAR, HOSE, GLOVES AND VEILING, AND COATS, SUITS, DRESSES AND MILLINERY FOR EVERY OCCASION HARRY WALTERS STAUNTON WONDERFUL and SPECTACULAR NKVV MARKET, TRGIX1A —A DELIGHTFUL DAY ' S MOTOR TRIP FROM STAUNTON— Illustrated Honklct Mailed Free On Request ADDRESS ENDLESS CAVERNS, New Market ._--.-_- Vir ini; 1!, Maktix ; 1 guess yuu ' ve been out with worse looking girls than am, haven ' t you. ' ' No answer. r . M. rtin: I say — I guess you ' ve been out with worse looking girl tlnan 1 am, haven ' t you. ' ' H. Sellers: 1 heard ou the first time — I was just trying to think. iIGH School and College Annuals have come H§ to be recognized as an institution. Year hv year they are growing in importance and in sx«BSX«Bsa«a number. They are growing, too, in beauty WH iS a st SiSs jj (j character, so that many high school an- nuals now excel the books issued from colleges a few years ago. In this advancement we have had no small part. For more than fourleen _ ears we have been helping create representative annuals for schools throughout ir- ginia. and have won a position of recognized leadership among the printers of annuals. This is one of the many piinted by us. Not content to rest on laurels won, we have worked out plans to make our service in the future more helpful than ever. Editors, business managers, and faculty advisers are invited to write and give us an opportunity to explain how 7ve can help them publish the best annual they have ez ' ey had. The McCLURK COMI ' . . ' , Inc. Printers : : Binders : : Engravers NINETEEN WEST FREDERICK STREET STAUNTON : : : TRGINIA « V- AUTOGRAPHS . -5- - ' - «jT_aaje - _i ' N Wi oil tR; - iW ' c . ■ -v ' ' . ■ v d ' ' : -%i. rzl ( K AP y vM ii - f •i -- AUTOGRAPHS (i. 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