Montreat Anderson College - Agape / Sundial Yearbook (Montreat, NC)

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Page Ten T H E S U N I) I A L Montri-at Normal School GRADUATION By Virginia Yates, Class Poet I stood beside the closed door, 'flu key was in niv hand. And lingered on the threshhold floor, 'Ere I stepped from the old land. My eyes dwelt lovingly on the sight Of memories and friendship rare. My soul's joys cast a radiant light, And life seemed happy and fair. Yet in the golden past were Hecks of shade. Some were the shadows of grief and tears. Some were the scars of mistakes I had made, And some were the darkness of mists of my fears. I saw behind me my many deeds, The tasks I had started and never done. The garden I had toiled in, plenteous with weeds. The tangled threads of some work just begun. Troubled. I pushed against the door. And prayed as I fitted the key, “Dear Lord, may I profit by the years before, And go forth to the new, trusting Thee.” CLASS HISTORY SENIOR HIGH CLASS OF 1934 In the fall of 1932, about ten eager travelers started on a quest. From many parts of the country they had gathered here at .Montreat to start a pilgrimage up the narrow road of knowledge. Ann Owens, Edna McKinnon and Blanche Hall are the three graduating who began here in their Freshman year, because, as was to be expected, some, for various reasons, dropped by the wayside. With one last struggle, we landed at the foot of the large hill termed Sophomore Year”. Here we were joined by Car- rie May Mitchell, Iris Machcn and Isabel Martinez who had been convinced that our road led to the goal. As we journeyed on. we became more accustomed to the struggle, and our bur- dens were easier to bear. With Mrs. McLean as our sponsor, we found that the road was not all hard and difficult, but here and there, where we least expected it, smooth stretches and good times, such as picnics, hikes and parties, brightened the faces of the weary travellers. Now the third hill, not so steep as the first two, loomed ahead and Bernice Edwards, Ethleen Reimcrs and Eleanor Neel joined us on our quest for knowledge. Directed by our sponsor. Miss Hoyt, the “Jollv Juniors” staged a Merrv Car- nival, the proceeds of which helped us in entertaining the none- too dignified Seniors with a house party at Andelk lodge. Ah! As we gained the summit of the third hill, what is that which we see ahead—none other than that goal, for which we have been struggling these three years—Graduation. For this last lap of our journey, there were thirteen travelers. Virginia McChesnev, Kathlena McFerron. Virginia Yates and Carolyn Allan having joined us this year. We are very fortunate in having as our sponsor. Miss Harriet Stokes. The burdens, again, grew heavy, but there were pleasures generouslv scat- tered for the dignified Seniors. Near the end of the year, we were delightfullv entertained at a Junior-Senior Theater Party at Asheville. Our Senior Play, which had been one of our most troublesome pleasures, turned out even better than we had hoped. Thus, with bur- dens and with pleasures, we came to the top of the peak and our temporary goal is reached. After having thus reached our goal, we first look back at our past four years and decide that the victory has been well worth the trouble and the struggle has not been in vain. Then, with new determination and zeal, we look forward to the journey ahead, each hoping that it, too, may end happily. Eleanor Neel, Carrie Mitchell. LAST W ILL AND TESTAMENT Being of fairly sound minds and bodies, we, the Senior High Class, at the Montreat Normal School, knowing that we are soon to depart from the world of High School Education, do hereby make our last will and testament. It is our purpose, in thus disposing of our possessions, to acknowledge our debt to our beloved teachers and to distribute our few belongings to those whom they will most benefit. 1. We will and bequeath to our dean. Miss Margaret Spen- cer, our heartiest gratitude. 2. To Miss Harriet Stokes, we wish to express our appre- ciation for the mam kindnesses she has shown us as sponsor, advisor, and friend. 3. To our Junior Sisters, we will and bequeath our con- gratulations and senior privileges, such as: remaining in build- ing during vacant periods and graduating (if you have 16 credits), etc. 4. 1. Eleanor Neel, will to Alice McKinnon my ability to stick my big toe in my mouth every time it’s open. 5. I. Ethleen Reimers, leave to Connie Perry my ability to make myself heard all over the building. 6. 1. Blanche Hall, bequeath to Nancy Fontaine my ability to fight courageously in the wars of Caesar. 7. 1, Carolyn Allan, leave to Rachael Johnson my excess energy. 8. I, Ann Owens, will and bequeath to Virginia Lambert my unlimited height. 9. I, Iris Machcn, will to Jane Neel, my lovely golden locks and my ability to keep each in it’s correct place. 10. I. Virginia McChesnev, leave to Sue Reese Farrar my sophistication and my amorous ways with teachers. 11. 1. Carrie May Mitchell, will to Peggy Warner my dignity and my ability to pay close attention and comprehend every word Miss Watkins says in English class. 12. I, Virginia Yates, bequeath to Annette Baker my classi- cal nose. 13. I, Kathlena McFerron, leave to Margaret Cash, my per- fect figure. 14. I, Isabelle Martinez, bequeath to Mary Frazier my ability to speak English with the correct accent. 15. I. Edna McKinnon, will to Betty Kiser, my feminine traits. Signed and sealed this year of our Lord, nineteen hundred and thirty-four. Carrie May Mitchell, Testator. If 'itnesses: I ra Piiake I ma Dunce Ann Howe

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 Month ii at Normal School T H E S t N 1) I A L Page Sine edna McKinnon Sever over serious, no! too frivolous, Ifut just a rare good fellow.” Class President '33; Commencement Marshall '34; Student Council member '34; Athletic Hoard 34. CARRIE MAY MITCHELL “Sever trouble trouble till trouble troubles you. Class basketball team '33 and '34; President North Carolina Hi Club '34; Class Lawyer '34. ANN OWENS dm not rich? A millionaire—no less, li wealth be told in terms of hatpiness.” Vice President Class 33; Secretary-Treasurer Sunday School Class '33; Vice-President Tritonian Literary Society '33; Class Basketball team '33 and '34. ETHLEEN RELMERS She moves a goddess and she looks a queen. May Queen '33; President Philalethea Literary Societv '34; Maid of Honor '34; Vice President of Class '34. VIRGINIA YATES (iharms strike the sight and merit wins the soul. Entered '34. Class Poet. SAMMIE ELDER Mascot Just a bit of sunshine, and we think it mighty fine. ' STATISTICS Eleanor Neel Iris Machcn Carrie May Mitchell Edna McKinnon Blanche Hall Virginia Yates Kathlena McFcrron Virginia McChesnei Isabelle Martinez. Ann Owens Carolyn Allan Ethicen Rcimcrs Best all round Wittiest Most enthusiastic Most athletic Most dependable Most intellectual Most optimistic Class flirt Sweetest Cutest Most nonchalant Best looking

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Montri at Normal School T HE S U N I) I A I Page Eleven CLASS PROPHECY Dear Diary: Ten years! An aye. some people may say. but for me the time has passed very quickly. Ten years ago today, twelve “would-be dignified Senior Highs marched down the aisle of the Anderson Auditorium with eyes fixed on the basket which held those long wished and hoped for diplomas. And then came the time for leaving with all its tears, good- byes. write me's , “come to see mc’s , ami more tears. After this we were scattered in seven states and two foreign coun- tries for a space of ten years. Today came our reunion (O what a glorious one!) at the wedding of our lovable, and vivacious chatter-box. Carrie May Mitchell to “he’s the sweetest thing and oh. 1 love him . Who is he? Well. I hardly think it necessary even to write it down, but 1 don't think anyone who knew her would be in the dark. Carolyn Allan, lovely as always, was maid of honor, the only attendant of the bride. Twelve faces in the ribbons were very familiar to me. Sitting there on the end of the first row was Virginia McChesney. Grease paint and the stage have lured Virginia and she has just returned from a stage tour through Europe. She will next appear on Broadway in a series of Shakesperean plays, a love for the plays ami for Shakespeare having been inspired by our beloved English teacher. Miss Nannie (I. Watkins. The next two who caught my eye were Blanche Hall and Ethleeen Reimcrs cooperative social service workers in Chicago. They have won great fame and are known and admired throughout the United States. Ann Owens, a lover of the sweet and simple life, has chosen the seclusion of a convent and spends days filled with the ex- citement of teaching small children. I would never have known little Edna McKinnon had I seen her in any other place. Ann Owens was sitting behind her and. as 1 was sitting behind both of them, Ann literally hid her from my sight. Of course everyone knows that Edna has become a noted possessor of the M. I), degree. She has just discovered a method of preventing mumps from swelling, which will be a great help to the younger generation, though for me this discovery has come ten years too late. 'Ehe most courteous ami sweetest member of our class. Isabel Martinez, is now raising a fund for the maintenance of blind mice. What possessed her I don’t know, but that’s what she is doing and has been quite successful so far. Eleanor Neel has become a famous scientist and has spent the last few months pouring through a microscope to solve the important question of the day: How many fleas arc required to make one normal, healthy pup? Kathlena McFerron was long ago admitted to the Kentucky bar—vcs. and is the state attorney. As soon as I saw Virginia Vates. I knew that she had been successful in the work that she had undertaken. She is very enthusiastic over the new Yates Mission School in Shanghai. To-morrow we shall separate, each to go to her accustomed place in life, but we have greatly enjoyed our brief reunion and can only hope that some time, not so far away, we shall be able to meet again. STUDENT BODY OFFICERS FOR THE COMING YEAR Student Body elections for 1934 were held in April. We are fortunate in having Betsy Miller, who has been a member of the student body for three years, as our president. Betsy has proved her merit in the past years ami is worthy of this office. Blanche Hall, a member of this year’s Senior High Class, was elected First N ice President. Jane Neel, a member of the pre- sent Junior High Class, was chosen as Second Vice President. Betty Avent, representing the Sophomore and Freshman classes of this year, was elected to the office of Secretary and 'Treasurer. LITERARY SOCIETY OFFICERS The following officers, who are to serve next year, were elected at the last meeting of the societies: Tritonia—President. Ann Sherrill: Vice President, Myrtle Wallace; Secretary and Treasurer, Louise Maxwell. PhilaUthea—President. Luciie Evans; Vice President, Agnes Smith; Secretary and 'Treasurer, Carolyn Frame. GIRLS ON FIRST CLASS FOR EN TIRE YEAR Alexander, Louise COLLEGE Knox, Sara Berrv, Miriam Martin. Louise Bird. Kathrvn Means, Ncllve Braswell. Virginia Mellette, Mary Browder, Charlotte Miller. Betsy Brown, Grace Orr, Cora Bell Burrows, Sarah Ribelin, Pauline Carroll, Martha Russell. Maurine Coleman, Ruth Sherard, Laura Crawford, Louise Sherrill, Annie Pearl Dill. Annie Lou Tucker, Inez Dodd. Gladys 'Turner, Erin Duff. Barbara 'Turner, Helen Gallowav. Inez Turner. Shirley C i reenwood. Georgia Wages, Grace Gresham, Sara Wallace, Margaret Hampton. Bertha Jean Wallace, Myrtle Holt, Anna Wicker, Mary Louise Baker, Annette HIGH SCHOOL McChesney. Virginia Collins. Alma McKinnon, Edna Cook, Nell Neel. Eleanor Hall. Blanche Neel, Jane Harris, Julia Reimers. Ethleen Kiser. Bet tie Sapp, Cora Lambert. Virginia Seaflcr, Roxalana Lewallen, Mary Alice Steele. Janet Machen, Iris Nates. Bet it Gordon Martinez, Isabel Yates, Catherine Maxwell. Edward N ates. Ellen Virginia Maxwell, Louise 'The Eta Sigma Phi medal, which has been given every year since l( 3 ). has been won this year by Iris (). Machen, who has completed her fourth year of high school Latin with a record showing no grade below 00. 'The complete roll of those who have won this medal is as follows: 1930. Josephine Woodward, 1931, Mart Jones, 1032. Mart F. Richardson, 1933, Sallt Knox and Betsy Miller. 1934. Iris (). Machen. Iris Machkn. Class Prophet.