Queens University of Charlotte - Coronet / Edelweiss Yearbook (Charlotte, NC)

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M E P ELW£I S S W Ci)e opagc of Cfje linotDletige rekrr (HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1915) HR tidal wave of September, 191 1, swept out on the Sea of Learn- ing a class of girls, with tear-dimmed eyes, wlio were finally beginning to realize that they had left their homes to l)e launched in the midst of tlie sea for four long years. After the first few stormy weeks of classification and home- sicl ness were over, the barge of girls sailed on a smootli sea until the wliirlpools of mid-term exams were reached. The struggle was a hard one, but our boat was steered l)y the liands of our capable president to the safe, sniootli-sailing waters of tiie second semester. Tlien in the distance a little dark spot appeared, proving to be an island, which was as welcome to us as an oasis to a desert traveler. This was the first stop our 1)oat. The Knoivlcdgc Seeker, had made, and the name of the port was Annual Reception. The night spent there was very pleasant, and, by the assistance of Dan Cupid, lasting accpiaintances were formed. Tlie following morning, with backward glances we set sail and continued our way. While drifting peacefully along, we were overtaken Ijy a steamer, and recognized among the passengers on bf)ard our old friend, St. Valentine. At our invitation, he transferred his passage t(j our boat and attended the party which we gave tliat night to our sister class, the Juniors. We enjoyed his ' isit extremely, but he was obliged to return to his ship at midnight, very much to the sorrow of all concerned. Our ship was carried by favorable winds very swiftly over the peaceful sea, but soon a dark cloud appeared and a fearful storm raged for several days. This was the critical week of final exams, and some of our weaker classmates fell overboard and were lost in spite of all our efforts to save them. Time passed, and soon we were no longer Freshmen, but had sailed out into the deep sea of the Sophomore year. The jilaces of those who had been lost in the waves were filled by quite a number of new girls, who joined us at several of the ports along the way. P y this time we had become accustomed to the trials and tribulations which must Ije endured by those who board The Knou ' Icd(je Seeker, and the year went by a little more rai)idly than the pre- 28

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E P ELWEl SSI MARGARET BARNETTE NEWELL, B. M., n A NEWELL, N. C. Supervisor Pierian Delta Society, 1912- ' 13 ; Y. W. C. A. Cabinet, 1913- ' 14; Treasurer Y. W. C. A., 1914- ' 1S: Treasurer Pierian Delta Society, 1913- ' 14 and ' 15; Cheer Leader, 1914- ' 1S; Clul) Editor F.iiELWEiss, 1914- ' 1S; Annual Member of Student Department of Y. W. C. A. Peg o ' My Heart When in trouble and in need of help apply to Margaret Xewell, the friend of all, usually found in the library or conservatory. Margaret is an enthusiastic Y. W. C. A. worker and a loyal Pie, even though she does often leave before the meeting is over ; however, we excuse her, as she generally returns with a beaming countenance and a huge box of candy. In sinte of being a con- scientious worker for that terrible li. M., she always I ' .nds time to be a good old sport. HESTER WHITE, English Cektikicate HARTFORD CITY, IND. The Girl of the Golden West Hester, by her quaint speech, proclaims herself a typical Westerner ; yet her winning smile and gentle manner have endeared her to her Southern classmates. Being an ardent follower of fashion, Hester always makes a favorable impression; the most striking feature of her appearance is her bright blue eyes shining under her stylishly tilted hat. Possessing a strong will and plenty of self- confidence, she will, in our opinion, ever succeed. 27

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E P ELWEI S S K cediiijf one. It was now our turn to lielp initiate the new girls into the experiences of sea hfe, and of course this year was most enjoyable to us, for we felt that we were getting revenge for what we had suffered the year before. Nothing of great importance happened, liowever, until a few of our number left The Knoivlcdcjc Seeker for Pleasure ' s 0 uest, attending for several days the exercises given by the Junior Class of Davidson College. On their return wonderful tales of adventure were told. The remainder of the year proved uneventful until the slu ' p dropped anchor at a port called Commencement. A very enjoyable summer was spent in this town, and all too soon the news was spread abroad that The Knoidedye Seeker was abcnit to set sail. Once again we were almost overwhelmed by the wave of homesickness, but our courage was renewed by the report that our voyage was halfway over. In the distance we could see the flying pennants of the Senior Class waving over their ship, which was nearing the goal. . wireless was sent to them by the pilot of The Kmm ledye Seeker inviting them to stop with us at the next port to see Henrietta Crossman in The Tongues of Men. A promi)t reply was received, and a very i)leasant e -ening was spent at the port Theater. It was (luite necessary after this dissipation for every one to seek Study most earnestly, for exams must be passed if the voyage were to be continued. However, the monotony was soon broken by ' isits to us of both the Davidson and Carolina Glee Clubs. Several parties for our own amusement were given on board the ship, but hard work was the pre- dominant feature for the remainder of the time. At length the boat in front of us was seen to have reached its destination, and our vessel, with flying colors, was borne rajiidly onward over a calm sea. We had at last reached the much-kjuged-for port, Seniorland, and here we obtained the ca])s and gowns which every one wears ujjon reaching this ])ort. The rougli places in the sea were by no means all crossed, but we had Ijecome S(j used to them that we could pass them with ease. The end and aim of our ambitions was in sight, and ere long the goal will have been reached. It was not long until every (;ne of us had become accustomed to her place of honor and dignity, and a greater feeling of responsibility was realized than ever before. And now as the vessel is nearing its destination, joy and sorrow intermingle, for with the fulfihuent of hope comes also die sadness of approaching farewells. So time brings the storm-tossed ship over the sea of learning to the harbor Safety amid many good wishes and congratulations. M. S. H., Historian.