Rowan College - Oak Yearbook (Glassboro, NJ)

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if one might judge by the response of the audience was when one of the human pyra- mids very unexpectedly collapsed. A good laugh was enjoyed by both spectators and participants. Mr. Prosch tried to sym- pathize with our downfall, but confiden- tially speaking (quotation from Miss Herckner) we believe he enjoyed it as much as the audience. Our sport dance was the next number on the program. Banners, pennants, rugs, rackets, clubs and sticks, and Wenonah Military boys were to be the attractions of the evening. Banners, pennants, rugs, rackets, clubs and sticks duly appeared upon the scenes. Wenonah boys did not. However, all went well and our second dance was reported a success. Our last public appeal ance before that awe-inspiring ev ent, practice-teaching, was an entetrtainment given by our liter- ary society. Pi Alpha Psi. Credit for much of the inspiration, whole-hearted effort and crowning success of this entertain- ment belong to our own true friend, Miss Clarke. One of the best times we enjoyed as a class was the last afternoon before prac- tice-teaching, when we were knighted, pledged and entertained in the royal court of the Senior Twos. The royal family was composed of Miss Clarke, king; Miss Her- ckner, queen ; and the grand marshalls, Mr. Souder and Mr. Lloyd. Escorted to the throne and His Majest.v on the arm of one of the grand marshalls, each of the Senior Ones knelt and received the royal order of knighthood. Another feature of the afternoon was the receiving of initialed slips for which we had to supply words. Our new presi- dent, Miss Evelyn Willits, as usual cov- ered hereself with fame when she inter- preted her slip — L. R. T. as meaning Loose Pdckety Teeth. A lively hour was enjoyed by all and the links that bind the two Senior classes were soldered more firmly together. The inter- est, the co-operation and the friendship oi the Senior Twos have been realized and greatly appreciated by their fellow-stu- dents, the Senior Ones. We feel that this chronicle would not be complete without some expression of gi ' ati- tude and appreciation to our Principal anft the Faculty, for the time and labor they ■have used in our behalf this eventful year. We therefore wish to make personal ack- nowledgement to the following: To Miss Clarke, our Faculty Advisor, whose good works with us, individu- ally and collectively, have exemplified the highest ideals of friendship. To Miss 0)i whose sympathetic guid- ance, counsel and friendship have en- deared her for all time to the hear ts of her Senior Ones. To Miss Pepple, who never fails to greet us with a cheery word and smile. To Miss Ayyisded, who has willingly turned her library inside out for the benefit of the studious Senior Ones. To Miss Herckner who has never failed to prove herself — an ever present help in trouble. To Mr. Sangree, to whom, we owe thanks for a great deal of illustra- tive material which, if we did not ap- preciate as students, we certainly do now as practice teachers. To Miss Hawley, one of our Trenton friends. Ah, Miss Hawley, many a confession you have heard and many a young heart has stood still waiting for you to place your stamp on the upper (?) side of a certain vital piece of paper. To Miss Turner, whose aid in the drama- tic line cannot be over-estimated. To Miss Dare, whose music and sweet personality have won many friends and admirers in the Senior Class. To Mr. Winans, a real teacher of the highest order, whose many little thoughtful, sympathetic messages to us have warmed the hearts of the Senior Ones more than he can realize. Our loyalty, respect and afi: ectionate regard are his for all time To Miss Peet and her corps of workers in the cafeteria, our thanks and ap- preciation for the enjoyment of one of the pleagantest periods of the day. To Miss Bagg, to whom we owe many a welcome interruption to regular classroom routine. To Miss Werkcs, who has led us through the vicissitudes of Educational Meas- urements and still retains that appar- ent peace of mind and efl ' iciency of in- tellect for which the Senior Ones have always respected her. To Mr. Prosch, to whom we owe three of the pleasantest periods of the week — to say nothing of the bath. 18

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CLASS HISrORY THE SENIOR I CLASS On the twenty-ninth day of June 1923 — thirty-three especially excited and palpita- ting Juniors of the Trenton Normal School were transformed into thirty-three especi- ally jubilant and exalted Seniors. Why especially? Two short months told the tale. On the following September foui ' th, trains from all directions deposited these same thirty-three Seniors al an imposing railroad station just fifty-six miles south of the State ' s Capital. The sign swinging from the roof of said station proclaimed the metrcpolis of Glassboro. All eyes were turned expectantly tOM-ard a point not far away. There across a broad field, backed by a glorious wood and approached by a walk shaded by huge oaks, stretched our dream-corne-ti ' ue— the Glassboro Normal School. From that mo- ment we have loved it — the p-re -t whito doorway, the imposing tower, the vast length and breadth of our deai school. And even better — the acres and acres of ground, the big trees, the long driveway — everything so big and open and natural. To an already imposing assemblage from Trenton were added three others from diflferent parts of the state. So we began our Senior year, thirty-six in num- ber, electing for our chief executive Miss Blanche Eppler. One afternoon in the early fall, we went on a Doggie Roast taking Dr. and Mrs. Savitz, the faculty, a wagon load of hot dogs and some bathing suits of a few dar- ing souls. An uproarious time was en- joyed by all. The chief feature of the af- ternoon was contributed by members of the faculty. Miss Herckner and Mr. Prosch enjoyed their usual passage of wits in a word battle, causing all to go into hysterics and to be revived with a hot dog. In fact, the faculty had to be revived so often that we considered sending Mr. San- gree back for more dogs so that the pooi Seniors would have a chance. Everyone went home liking everyone else and the eff ' ect has never worn off. Our next public appearance was in a di ' amatic line. We became kindergarten- ers learning our nursery rhymes. The two main features were when Pansy Dilks jigged and our own little Mary McCabe how-do-you-doed and how-do-you-doed and how-do-you-doed again. The first dance in the school was given by our class. We did then and have since received strong commendation for its com- plete success. We have all felt however, .that this praise belongs to Miss Clarke whose wise and whole-lhearted guidance and help have been ours through thick and thin all year. We love our Faculty Advisor The Senior Class also take pleasure in the fact that they have given three mem- bers to the Basketball team, one to the Hockey team, two to the Athletic Board, four to the Yearbook Staff, three readers and a Minnehaha to Hiawatha and an American Girl to The Lost Necklace. The presidents of the Art Club and the Girl Resei-ves are also Senior Ones. Dear Readers, excuse seeming boostfulness. We cannot help it. We are such a gifted class physically, mentally, dramatically and also vocall.y. The next appearance of the Senior Ones upon the rostrum was in the nature of a physical training drill and dance. The most striking feature of this performance, 17

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To Miss Grcathcad , who has been a faith ful worker with our kindergarten girls. To Miss Little, who has led the falter- ing movements of our awkward arms up the mountain side to the Palmer certificates. To Miss Arnold, without whose artistic judgment we would frequently have been at a loss. To Miss Toivne, who has won many ad- mirers from the Senior One Class. To Mr. Bon.ghner and Jiis son and help- ers, who have in many ways made pleasant the lives of the Senior Ones. To Dr. Savitz. We, as a class have al- ways felt that Dr. Savitz belonged es- pecially to us. This feeling began at Trenton last year when everyone was singing to him : Why go to Glass- boro? Why must you from us part? We smiled quietly for — we were going to Glassboro too. And, Dr. Savitz, we can say, with all of our hearts, we have never regretted it. We, thei ' e repeat — To Dr. Savitz — a wise counsellor, a sympathetic teacher and leader, and a true and faithful friend. MARIAN A. MAC FARLANE, ' 24. HISTORY OF THE SENIOR IPS Tuesday morning, September 4. 1924, there appeared at the door of the Glass- boro State Normal School a group of people seeking admittance. They had tome from many different parts of New Jersey and some from other states. Their purpose was to take advantage of the offer made by the State Board to experienced teachers of entering the school as Seniors. After being interviewed by the regis- trar, Miss Hawley, we were assigned to a room on the second floor which, from all appearances was not unlike any other but which was to be the home room with Miss Herckner as the guiding spirit. Here wc learned we were to be called the Senior 2 ' s and were to have the privilege of oc- cupying front seats in the auditorium. On September 14, a meeting was called for the purpose of organizing the class. An election was held with the following results : President A. W. Souder Vice President Jessie Anderson Secretary E. Gertrude Kulp Treasure) ' E. Ruth Marsh At the next class meeting the president appointed several committees. The mopt important of them was the Social Commit- tee of which Helen Jenkins was chairman. Some very pleasant social affairs were ar- ranged for the class. The first was the picnic at Alcyon Park on October 22, to which the faculty was invited. It was a very cool day and we can recall with a great deal of pleasure the roaring fire, the burnt doggies, the apples and cider and by way of entertainment, the palm reading by Miss Weekes and Miss Turner. On November 9, Miss Herckner invited the class to a cruise on her Pie Rut Ship. Before sailing she appointed the crew as follows : Nellie Sambrook, Captain. George Lloyd, First Mate Melissa Berdanier, Second Mate Ada P. Schaible, Captain ' s wife Edith Dilks, Captain ' s widder Alan W. Souder, Cook Mary Flynn, Cabin Boy Leona Jordan, Bo ' swain Ether Lagergren, Cockswain Clementine Clendining, Skipper Maurice Prone, Wireless Operator Elizabeth Hirst, Quartermaster E Gertrude Kulp, Midshipman Edith Willey, Mother of Cabin Boy Florence Willey, Father of Cabin Boy E. Ruth Marsh, Mermaid Sara Cheeseman.Sa Zor Elizabeth Fink, Sailor Isabel McCool, Sailor Laura Miller, Sailor Mazie Biggs, Sailor Reba Stiles, Sailor Martha Evens, Landlubber Marion Emory, Landlubber Helen Jenkins, Landlubber ■: Thelma Loving, Landlubber Charlotte Herckner, Figurehead We had hardly started on our voyage when Marconigrams began to arrive and were announced from the Crow ' s Nest by the wireless operator. One stated a re- past would be served without the use of flat silver. As it is customary to have a good appetite on a sea voyage, the pas- sengers and crew lived up to expectations and the platter was literally licked clean. Soon the Quartermaster bore into the main cabin, a onderful cake adorned with candles. Within it were tiny favors and 19