Oakwood University - Acorn Yearbook (Huntsville, AL)

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Socials The IPicnic It was :Monday morning, the weather was very threatening and unfavorable for a picnic. Don ' t the seniors have a lovely day. said one of the younger students (casting insinuations). I hope when I become a senior our day won ' t be such a day as this, remarked some of the others. Of course the seniors were too dignified to notice these slighting remarks, hoping all the while that it would clear up. Seven o ' clock was the time appointed to leave the campus, but all were not ready and some had not fully decided to go, because of the condition of the weather. Seven o ' clock passed, then eight: about nine o ' clock the cars were parked in front of Irwin Hall and in ten minutes we were off for the mountain, arriving at the foot about 9:45, where our cars were parked. Through woods, over rocks, across streams, and down hills brought us to a beautiful green valley with a rapid waterfall, where we stopped. Our pleasures of the day were begun with the bean bag game. To exert our energy further, we all participated in a spicy game of baseball. At the hour of two, dinner was served, which con- sisted of very daintily prepared sandwiches, potato salad, stuffed eggs, and lemonade. It was enjoyed by all, and perhaps to some it was the most interesting part of the day, but we did other things that were equally enjoyable. Another pleasurable feature of the day was a hike to the top of the mountain. Two groups were formed, which spent considerable time taking snaps of the beautiful scenery that nature spread before us. Occasionally some one in the group would speak out in admiration, Isn ' t that a lovely scenery I Let ' s get a picture of it. The trip was so enjoyable that we forgot the time; however, it dawned upon someone that it was getting late and we must be making our way back to the picnicing ground. Immediately we started back and reached the spot just in time for supper, which was ice cream and cake. As night was swiftly drawing on and we had eleven miles to go. we hastily gathered up our luggage and started to the cars. In a short time we were there and all ready to go, reaching home about 7 : 30 P. M. After all, it was a delightful day and the seniors had a most enjoyable time. ' ' ' ' The HiJ e One cold morning in April, the fifteenth to be exact, and about 5:15 o ' clock we. the class of ' 28, all shielded against the bitin.g cold and threatening rain . ladened with many good things to eat, kft the campus of the royal oaks, on an annual hike to the two-mile mountain. The party was comprised of six young men and seven young women, excluding our chaperons (Miss Baugh and Professor Jacobsen). In an hour or more we were at the base of what we had previously been gazing upon. Our way became rough and rocky indeed, and our strength began to decrease. We ascended by ones, twos, and threes, while several of the knights tarried at the spring to fill the vessels with water. I will not relate the difficulties overcome in reaching the summit of that mountain, how- ever. I assure you all were ready to eat. Later, all were comfortable while a delicious breakfast was prepared and served. What did we have? Oh, eggs, sandwiches, jelly and hot postum. Breakfast was fine and something unusual, as usual, had to happen — everybody was satisfied. The sun began to peep out: all united in snapping pictures, or posing, telling riddles, and playing games. After a delightful time thus spent wc began to descend the rockies at 1 1 A. m. and wend our way southward to the campus of O. J. C. arriving in time for dinner. Thus we spent a pleasant morning.

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Presentation of Gift Tonight, we, the graduating class of 192S, are looking forward to the tomorrow when we shall say adieu to our dear Alma Plater; and, ere we change the scene of this drama, we consider deeply the utmost needs of a perishing humanity. We count it more than a pleasure that words become beggars to describe, to pause aside in deepest sincerity to pay our tenderest and kindest regards to the respect we owe to O. J- College and to those who so patiently labored with us amid tr ' ing and ofttimes provoking circumstances with untiring zeal, love, and interest, that we might climb the heights and be encouraged to attain a greater consummation of an unsur eyed field. We do not wish to present the gift alone, but with the gift, the loyal hearts of the givers. This gift will be a token of oiu- profound gratitude for the firm standards, noble character, and lofty ideals you have instilled within our souls. For after being instructed mentally, physically, and above all spiritually, we can withstand the perils. Behold as we contemplate the plane and the race before us, with all its oppor- tunities, possibilities, and achievements, our hearts leap with joy. But the pre- meditated, joyous anticipations of this occasion, and the thought of parting from these four walls so dear to the hearts of those who soon must part to launch out upon the uncertainties of tomorrow, strike us with awe and sadness. We cannot overlook, even in a crisis, our most beloved schoolmates, whose com- panionship has meant much to us amidst our perplexities, To you, dear fellow students, we leave this injunction: that you be zealous, honor your instructors, re- main loyal to the standards of O. J. C, and ever remember your sincere fidelity to God. Words fail to express the deepest appreciation which we have for our institution; therefore, we have endeavored to make it more tangible by asking that you accept with our love and fond sincerity the support of the American Standard — ' the flagpole. ' As you gaze upon this pole, may it perpetuate in your memon, the stand- ards of our - lma Mater ' s lofty ideals. Consider not the gift, but the givers: thus, kind friends, dear schoolmates, faithful teachers, and beloved Alma Plater, we bid you adieu. Artie P. NIcXichols.

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Farewell Address The words fareweil and good-bye seem especially sad when applied to our Alma Mater and those who dwell within its sacred walls. Each closing day has drawn it nearer and made it dearer to onr hearts. It would be impossible for us to try to tell here what this ])lace has incaiil. and does mean to us. But what would this place mean without our dear teachers, together with our classmates and schoolmates? The pleasure has been ours to associate here with you. We appreciate your friend- ship, your love, your counsel. Dear teachers, we shall never forget you. You have been so patient, kind, and sympathetic with us in our shortcomings — forgive us if at any time lack of appreciation has been shown by us, and let us together recall those pleasant, uplifting experiences which have helped us on to higher heights and drawn you closer to our hearts. May God ever bless and keep you in the way He would have you go. Fellow students, how can we forget you with whom we have struggled s ide by side each day? It may not be and most likely will not be our privilege to ever mingle within these sacred walls as we once have. Time moves on and so do we. We go forward in the name of our Saviour and Oakwood, realizing that if one is rightly represented so is the other — while on the other hand if the standards of one are lowered, dishonor and defeat are brought upon the other. May we, the class of ' 28, realize that as we leave the thresholds of these doors our appreciation of what has been done for us has just begun. Remember, a tree is judged by the fruit it bears. Fellow classmates, this is a serious question. Really, how are we going to relate ourselves to the life that is before us? Shall God be fiirst or last? Shall we bring honor or dishonor on our Alma Mater? The years spent here have been happy, helpful ones. Let us, in a real loay, as the years go by, give thanks and appreciation to this school and these teachers. We wish to bid yoii farewell, Juniors, with a word of appreciation for the love you have shown us. We assure you, you have helped to crown our years with happiness. As ' 28 leaves, you, the class of ' 29, enters — and to you we say, Welcome. We are glad you are coming to fill our places and feel that you will do all in your power to hold up the high standards of our Alma Mater. May your lives ever be examples of Christian living to both teachers and students, your thoughts and ideals always clear and pure. Remember, teachers, we appreciate you, we love you and shall always remember you. And fellow students, the ties of friendship formed here shall never be erased from our memories. We are reluctant to leave, but the time has come. Though some as they travel onward Will gather life ' s roses fair, While others will bend and falter Beneath their burden of care, — We trust that the great ' Our Father, ' Who is full of truth and love. Will unite our severed pathways In the home of rest above. Fare thee well, dear Alma Mater. Cei-ESTine E. Reid.