Philadelphia University - Analysis Yearbook (Philadelphia, PA)

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FOUNDATION THE PHILADELPHIA TEXTILE INSTITUTE FOUNDATION ' PRESIDENT Millard D. Brown FIRST VICE-PRESIDENT Theodore B. Hayward TREASURER W. Lyle Holmes, .Ir. SECOND VICE-PRESIDENT Alban Eavenson SECRETARY Russell C. Osborne BOARD OF TRUSTEES DcHaven Butterworth, Clarence L. Ederer, Benjamin Gibbs, Everett L. Kent, Gerome Leonard, Linsey H. Mason, Edward H. Rakestraw, Fred C. Scholler, James L. Shields, Robert A. Smith. EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR: Emil R. Pohlers. Recognizing the great and immediate need for the maintenance and extension of facilities for the training of men for the tre- mendous textile industry, the Philadelphia Textile Institute Foundation was incorporated in June of 1944 by a group of men affiliated with the textile industry. The Foundation, since its inception, has been working actively toward the goal of developing facilities for textile education. In a pre-campaign period through late 1944 and early 1945, under the chairmanship of Russell C. Osborne, the Foundation reali- zed some quarter of a million dollars in gifts from members of the textile industry. In 1945 the Trustees of the Foundation realized that to accomplish the goal of two million dollars which they had set themselves to create larger and more modern facilities for the Philadelphia Textile Institute, it would be necessary to carry on an intensive appeal on a nationwide basis. Accordingly, under the chairmanship of Alban Eavenson of Phila- delphia, these plans were put into effect. With Emil R. Pohlcrs, a graduate of the Institute in 1926, as Executive Campaign Director, National Campaign Headquarters were established in New York City. A cam- paign organization of 350 men, both Alumni of the Institute and others interested in this project, were enlisted. From October, 1945, through January, 194-6, generous contribu- tions from textile leaders and their companies in all section of the country were realized to the extent of an additional three-quarters of a million dollars bringing the total to over one million dollars. An appeal made early in 1946 to previous contributors and others in the textile industry resulted in additional gifts totaling almost one million dollars. In February, 1946, the Foundation established permanent headquarters in the Land Title Building, Philadelphia, and from that time to this has conducted an appeal to the Alumni members of the school for indi- vidual contributions. Already, subscriptions have been received for over fifty thousand dollars and more than 400 Alumni have par- ticipated. The Foundation has acquired a beautiful IZVZ acre property in Germantown as a site for the new Philadelphia Textile Institute and is presently in the process of having the necessary plans drawn for the new school. In the fall of 1947, the Foundation con- ducted a Civic Appeal in the Philadelphia area under the leadership of Edward H. Rake- straw. This appeal was directed primarily to interests not directly affiliated with textiles but who have, nevertheless, a great stake in the continuing prosperity and expansion of this great industry. From the start, the Philadelphia Textile Institute Foundation has been headed by Colonel Millard D. Brown as President. He has received splendid and able assistance in guiding the Foundation's work from Alban Eavcnson, Theodore B. Hayward and the other Trustees making up the Foundation's governing body.

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IN MEMORIAM J. STOGDELL STOKES HH e being dead, yet speakethv It was with great sorrow, on September 26, 1947, that we of the Philadelphia Textile Institute learned of the passing of this prominent and public spirited man. He was an active member of the governing body of the Institute for over eighteen years, ten of which he served as Chairman. Despite his numerous civic interests which included music, art, educational and other cultural activities, as well as being a national leader in the manu- facture of packing machinery, he always found time to attend meetings of our governing body. He took an active part in its functions and always had the Institute's best interests at heart. Mr. Stokes was deeply interested in the progress of the Institute and showed unlimited enthusiasm in its advancement to the rank of a degree-granting college. So we, the Students of Philadelphia Textile Institute pause to pay tribute to the memory of our former colleague and friend. 8

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AIIIVII S 5?3'f ' 1 ' I l 1 l I li HI l Wlith the large increase in the student body of the Philadelphia Textile lnstitute in the past few years, it was not only necessary to enlarge the faculty, but to select someone to assume the administrative responsibilities of the school. Bertrand W. Hayward, as Director of the Philadelphia Textile lnstitute, occupies the newly built front office, to assume these duties. Mr. Hayward comes to us from Bridgewater, Massachusetts. From Colby College he received his B.S. Degree, and an lVl.A. Degree from Columbia University. At both of these schools he was elected to honorary fraternities. Several years ago he was also admitted to doctorate study at Harvard University. Serving in the capacity of teacher, coach and principal in schools in Maine and Massachusetts, established Mr. Haywardes prominence as a member of educational association. These include, among others: The National Education Association, New England Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools, and Massachusetts Principals' Association, some of which he served on executive committees. These activities, however, have not prevented Mr. Hayward from active participa- tion in numerous community affairs. ln most of these organizations, including the Red Cross, U.S.0., Y.NI.C.A., and Selective Service Board, he served as an executive. It is most apparent that Mr. Hayward's accomplishments have well equipped him for his position at the Philadelphia Textile Institute. Yve extend to him, our heartiest wishes for success. I0 D I R E C T O R Bertrand W. Hayward