San Diego State University - Del Sudoeste Yearbook (San Diego, CA)

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V.. WHITEANDGOLD 17 The Forum To the original Forum of Rome were taken all weighty matters that needed to be decided, and from its classic rostra were delivered those great orations that settled the mighty questions of that olden time. Like its name- sake, our Forum discusses and makes decisions upon many important mat- ters pertaining to the San Diego Normal School and the rest of the world. The question of XVomaIYS Suffrage has been debated and it has been decided that woman should not have the right to vote. It has also been agreed that there are not good and sufhcient reasons why the school spirit of this Normal School is inferior to that of the average secondary school, that expeditions in search of the north pole are not profitable. Altho this organization will celebrate its first birthdav this Christmas season, it can tell of marvellous g1'0wth in numbers and power. About this time just one year ago, some of our boys decided to create a fount of knowl- ' edge from which might flow streams of eloquence, wisdom and entertain.- ment. The first subject they undertook to discuss was llGirlsf, and after much thought and consideration they decided to allow them eo become members in this organization. After the girls had taken advantage of this opmrtunity it was decided to have a constitution, and a committee immediately set about this important task. After using up many brain cells and many sheets of fool's cap paper, a constitution was drawn up and adopted. This has stood the test of nearly three hundred and sixty-five davs and we trust it will serve for as many more years. At hrst a small though loyal band upheld the weight of this mighty constitution without aid, but soon there were dis- covered persons of rare ability and talent in the school who gladly joined them. N ow our Forum is supported by nearly half a hundred of Normal's Best, who feel proud that they can help in the work and share its advantag- es. The first president of the society was Mr. lValter Bigham and at the close of his term of office the gavel was put into the hands of Mr. Charles Butler. The officers at present are as follows: President, Ethel L. Crosby: vice-presitlent, Clayton lVight; Sec. alndTi'eas Olive Ault. Just now a few ltboom vibrations are passing over the society. A fresh spirit of interest and energy seems to have entered into the work and we hope it will stay with us and give the Forum much success in the coming,r year. On October 27th four members of the faculty indulged in a de- bate in the assembly room for the edification and amusement of the stu- dents. It was greatly appreciated by the members of the Forum. The sub- ject was: Resolved that literature has had more influence for good than the rest of the fine arts. Affirmativeellir. Thompson, Miss Pratt: negative Mr. Bliss, Miss Billings. On a petition being sent to the faculty, an arrangement was made by which students taking active part in the Forum might be given credit in the school for the work done in the society. The persons receiving this credit will be excused from some part of the regular work in the English and His- tory departments.

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16 WHITEANDGOLD term. The girls all said it was the finest crew ltdo'l that has been given this term. The entire house was decorated with Pristis pennants. Progressive games were played on the glass porch, which was decorated with Chinese lanterns and pennants. It was very exciting at the end of the evening when three of the young ladies had to play for the best prize. Miss Cosgrove was the lucky maiden and carried home a beautiful etching. Miss Reeves won the consolation prize. Light refreshments were served and everybody went home happy with a souvenir. The Second Normal football team, composed principally of boys of the eighth and ninth grades, played three games during this season. In the nrst gamewith the University Heights school team, our boys won by a score of II to 0. The Sherman Heights team- won the second game by live points. They were well drilled and heavier than our team. Score 3+0. The last game was played with a team from the United Presbyterian Sunday School, and resulted in a tie, 5-5. Otto Jeager, the mascot of the first team, did good work as quarter; Hilton Johnson of the eighth grade, who was captain, play- ed full back. He has the making of a. good football man in him, and we hope to have him in our ninth grade team next year. In honor of our football team and coach a banquet was given by the X Y Z is on December, which was declared by all to be the social event of the term. The guests assembled in the lower corridor and when all was ready they were ushered into the dining room. The tables were arranged in the shape of a large N and were trimmed with yellow Chrysanthemums and loaded with things of a more substantial nature. Above the tables and on the wall were hung Normal pennants and banners in great profusion. The place cards were in the shape of footballs and made appropriate souvenirs. The program was unique and appropriate to the occasion. Mr. Bliss illustrated the fact that a banquet could be umpired as well as a football game. Mr. Crandall. as the kickoff, spoke highly of the team and showed that much credit was due them for the work done this season. Capt. BUE- ler, as foul tackler, responded to llOur Coachli in a way that made everyone proud that we have a man like Mr. Crandall to coach our team. Miss Spears, as chief rooter, told of the deep feeling ltour girls have for ltour boys? Mr. Orrin Smith as off sideliner, spoke about llOur Girlsli in a very touching manner and suggested to the boys at new line along which to push their energy. Mr. West represented in ,$ $ $, discoursed on Tickets Please! He demonstrated that there was nothing mysterious at all in the title of X Y Z. Miss Gussie Stephens, as dead header, responded to the ttEditorial We. She talked of the ideals of the new school periodical the llVVhite and Gold. Mr. Thompson as Bleacher God, gave the last toast of the evening. After this speech it was decided that football was a good thing. Before leaving the table everyone joined in singing our own vere sion of tlThe Jolly Student, the last football song sung this season. Wantedv-Five hundred word per minute reporters in the biology de- partment. -

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x8 WHITEANDGOLD Training School Testimonials Cures A11 Ailments-Trv It-Time Refunded if Not Satisfied a What Some People Say About It-Doxft Abandon Hope! I had been troubled with weak nerves and heart trouble for several years, but since I have been taking the T raining School I have had com- plete relief from such weakness. Hulda Simltz After a short experience in the T raining School I can strongly recom- mend it for weaknesses of humanity in general. If you have any tendency to relax after a hard weekls work, try a T raining School register and your relaxation will be complete. If one does not suffice, try another. I have taken four of them and at the end of every month, my iov has been simply marvelous. Charles Butler Pursue the path to history and heavenly Bliss. It is really surprising how thoughtless some people are about certain things. The T emperature Record was designed for the very purpose of de- termining which students have their wits about them and which have not. If you doubt your capacity to remember a million things at once, try the Training School. Marian Loop Try Hendersonian Heaven. I taught geography for twenty-five minutes for ten weeks and now have the whole universe revealed. Virginia Mabee Have you read it? Do you know it? The Teacherls Principal Aim? I have tried the history department of the Training School for thirty years and find it very efficient. It is guaranteed to cure all attacks of gig- gling and the slightest inclination toward mental inactivity, lack of concen- tration or sleepng in class. I conscientiously recommend a course in his- tory for anyone suffering under the delusion that he hates history and canlt learn it. I really used to be given to wearing often a happy smile. Since then I have learned the whole history of civilization, and that it is the core of all knowledge, and have unever smiled again. Clara Woods Although carrying full group VIII and part of group VII, I found myself looking for something to do. I was always idle. I happened to hear of the literature conference. My troubles ceased. I had read very little, but under the careful direction of the supervisor, I read and took notes on every book in the library. Ilve read every book written in the English language and have it abstracted or have a lesson plan for teaching it. Any person troubled with ennui would do well to take this treatment for about ten weeks-longer if possible. Alberta journeay I have had a thorough course with Professor Crandall and can consci- entiously recommend it as a sure cure for laziness and any wanderings of the brain. Anyone troubled with these small inconveniences and minor de- tails can. be cured wholly with a ten weeks, course of this pleasant; light treatment. You 'only have to listen to lectures given at the slow rate of