Mount Vernon Seminary - Cupola Yearbook (Washington, DC)

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The Della Robbia plaque taken from the Nebraska Avenue Chapel. The Chapel Room For private devotions one can now slip away to the Chapel Room, where the atmosphere of tranquility and peace draw one to prayer. In these simple surroundings one can attain peace of mind and spirit through silent com- munion with God. This welcome addition to Mt. Vernon ' s life was given in memory of Dorothy W. Lindsay, whose work at the Nebraska Ave. School, in Spring Valley, and as Head of Somers House revealed her to be such a gracious hostess, warm and understanding friend, gay and delightful companion that all who knew her loved her students, faculty, parents and staff.

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We are very Proud of Our New Additions Post Hall Made possible through the gift of Mrs. Marjorie Merriweather Post, Post Hall was fin- ished last year. It houses the enlarged Library. Post Hall, the Chapel Room, and several offices, as well. The Library is well equipped with beautiful furnishings and, of course, our exten- sive collection of books. Post Hall is a large drawing room with some of the original furnishings from the first Great Hall in the Nebraska Avenue School. Over the fireplace, the focal point of the room, hangs a portrait of Mrs. Somers, our first headmistress and foundress. This room is enjoyed by us all daily for its graciousness, and as the proper setting for tea on special occasions. We are deeply appreciative to Mrs. Post for her gift to us and to the school. 5

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As Advisor to . . . our class for four years Mrs. Lowry has patiently guided us through our class projects, congratulating us on our successes, and consoling us on our failures. This encouragement has been given with the serenity of manner and gentle voice that are characteristic of Mrs. Lowry. Whether planning class picnics and dances or dis- cussing the everyday problems which arise at school, our thoughtful Advisor gives the needed faculty view- point with quiet assurance. Many of us remember Mrs. Lowry for her teaching of history, Bible and English, and for the unusual bits of information from her own broad background and extensive interests which she brought to the classroom. In our writing, when we knew what we wanted to say, but couldn ' t quite capture it in words, Mrs. Lowry always suggested the phrase or sentence which had eluded us. Mrs. Lowry has helped us in every way, and the class of 1958 will always be grateful to her. Mrs. Charles Lowry Alma Mater Our Alma Mater glorious, With loving hearts and proud, We crown thee all victorious And sing thy praise aloud. In loyalty we serve thee And strive to heed thy call, Mount Vernon , O Mount Vernon! Through sell to conquer all. You give unfailing kindness II trouble meet us here; You ioster all our pleasures And make them seem more dear. Nor time, nor care, nor sorrow Can these lair days erase, But they with each to-morrow Help us new tasks to face. Like breath of Spring ' s fresh morning That lifts the heart to song, When courage drops and wavers And paths seem gray and long, Will come thy dauntless spirit To help us on our way. Mount Vernon, O Mount Vernon! Hold fast thy tender sway. The changing years may bring us Some longed for dream of bliss , Yet memory will cherish A sympathy we miss. In hours of joy or sadness, Whateer our need may be, Mount Vernon, O Mount Vernon! Thy children turn to thee. 7