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

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26 WHITEAND GOLD The Forum On Friday evening, February 23, a debate took place between two mem- bers of the Normal School Forum and two members of the Four C3 of the Central Christian church. It was held in the Normal School auditorium. The subject was: Resolved that the introduction of machinery into manufac- turing has not increased the happiness of mankind. The speakers for the Forum and affirmative side were: Walter Bigham and Orrin Smith. Those representing the Four Cs and negative side were: Mr. Barr and Mr. McLeea. Although a very friendly spirit was maintained throughout, each side stood by their speakers most 10Iyally. The Four Cs came up in a special car and were met at the station by an enthusiastic crowd of Nonnalites. After each side had given vent to its feelings by a few lusty yells, the Normal stu- dents led the way to the building and gathering around the piano sang school songs by way of welcome. The auditorium was decorated with flags While on the stairs the colors of the two societies were in prominence. The red and green of the Four Cs and the yellow and white of the Normals were blended together in a truly significant way. Prof. Bliss. presided and because of the absence of the presidents, the vice presidents of the two societies occupied seats on the platform. The debate itself was intensely interesting. The speakers on both sides held the attention of the audience from start to finish. The j udges were not unanimous in their decision, but finally made the formal announcement in favor of the negative. The affirmative side was upheld entirely by individual worrk. The question had at no time been discussed in the Forum. This made the entire preparation of the debate fall upon the two speakers, but they proved themselves equal to the occasion. They did their work in a manner that made all true Normal students as well as Fomm members proud of them. N ething need be said of their opponents as the decision of the judges is suf- ficient recommendation for them. This is the first public appearance of the Forum, and although we did not win in the eyes Olf the judges, we are well satisfied with our hrst attempt. At present the officers of the Forum are: Mr. Charles S. Gurwell, presi- dent; Miss Marie L. Stoker, vice president; Miss Marie Austin, secretary. The program committee consists of Miss Emma George, Miss Pauline Black, and Mr. Walter Bligham. A marked improvement has been noticed in t1 e propira 16 for Me regular meetings. Several new features have been added which give variety and add to the interest of the meeting. Much credit is due to thle committee in charge and also to the president back of them. e The stillness of the night was broken only by the sound of the electric car whirling through space. The clanging of the bell, together with the drowsy voice of the conductor as he called off in monotonous tones the names of the streets, broke the silence. Conversation had lulled with the three occupants of the car, Royden, Orrin and Chester. Hhe Conductor continued to call off thie streets: uMaple, Nutmeg, OlivetL-C'hester, like a hash, started and called a halt, and the conductor rang the bell.

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WHITEANDGOLD 25 occasion. The girls all took their parts well and Mr. Butler, being the only boy in the play, did much better than could have been expected of him under such circumstances. Dancing was indulged in after the program. 1The White Ducks were entertained at the home of Miss Anita Dodson on the evening of January 20. A usual Wh'ite Duck good time was enjoyed by all. The early part of the evening was spent in games, the prizes being won by Miss Gussie Stephens and Miss Florence Greer. Later a dainty: Spread consisting chiefly of crew specialties was served in the dining room. At the table a poem was read which was written by Miss Dodsonis cousin and dedicated to the White Ducks. What happened after this is a secret with the Ducks. The Dog Watch; crew was entertained by Miss Emma Einer at her home on February 22. It was at true Washington party in every respect. Both games and refreshments were consistent with the day and several of the girls appeared in Lady Washington costume. The B. N. B,s. took advantage of the holiday on Monday, January 28, to have another l'big time. This was in the form of a house party at Gur- wellisl, to whiich some of the girls were invited. The jollificatiom began about two p. m., when the crowd left Fifth and D, and lasted untile-later. The Gurwell home, on Brooklyn Heights, was gaily decorated in red and green, the B. N. B. colors, and everything in the way of entertainment that could be thought of had been provided by the boys. The time before dinner was spent in music and in exploring all of the points of interest about the house and grounds. At six otclock the party was ushered into the spacious dining room where an elaborate dinner was served. The sheriff toasted tlThis Meeting? which was. responded to by Ethel Crosby. Newton Laryne responded to llGoodbyef, as this was his last evening withl the B. N'. Bis. After dinner the first part of the evening was passed at Progressive Hearts in which Miss Gussie Stephens won the prize, a beautiful box of stationery. The double parlors were then thrown open for dancing and the party spent a merry hour at this. As a fitting close to such any event, punch was served and the party drank heartily to the toast proposed by Miss Stephens to llFu- ture Good Times in the B. N. B? A grand rush for the last car ended the jolliest affair of the New Year. They were enjoying a plunge in the surf, he and she. He of New York ; she of Boston. She of Boston accidntallluy got beyond her depth, and it looked as sure as fate that she would never again view the ttHubh through her spectacles. But he of New York was there in the role of the animated life preserver. She of Boston was making preparations for her third and final disappearance when he reached her side. ltHold on tightf gasped he of New York, as he felt a pair of arms around his neck. llPardon me? gasped she of Boston, but you should say hold on tightly. And the waves rolled on and on' and on.--Ex.

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WHITEAND GOLD 27 Exchamgzs Building up an exchange list is a slowK proposition but something that every new school journal is eager to accomplish. In response to our first number sent out, we have received several exchanges. Every new one is cordially welcomed and we hope before my months to be able to put some thing besides joshes in this column. The Janus, from Hanford High, formed the foundation for our tipile. The cover design is good, and quite appropriate for a football number. If this issue of the paper is to be judged as at fair sample, the gamma sthnd- ard is undoubtedly lower than it was a: year ago. 'The Radius from Kansas City is without doubt the wittiest paper we have received. The joshes and locals are handled in a masterly fashion. The editor of this department is a humorist. The nLisn: of Magazine? is particularly good. Mills College White and Gold is thorouglily literary. The article on Rossetti is worthy of very special mention. Such a. piece of work shows a broad knowledge of literature in general. The comparative poems could not have been so aptly chosen without much careful thought and study. There was a young woman called Mrs, Who said: I donit know what a Kss. But a fellow in haste put his amt iround her waist, And quietly said, Why, Thist. -Fomm5 St. Joseph, MO. Samba, whatis you doinf these day? the an oculist in er hotel. TtYou donit mean it ?ii ttYis, I cuts the eyes out of the potatoesf,-Cwlendar, Buffalo, N. Y. The teacher asked, And what is space? The trembling student said, I cant think at present, But I have it in my headfi-Mustard Stalk. A sweet German maid of Cologne Was in love with a Mick named Malogne, But Irish and Dutch Can never micks mutch, And therefore she still lives alogne.-The Quill, N. C. H. S. Where would you expect to find the moon at 12 oiclock P. M. when it is full? Under the table.-Quill, N . C. H. S. Act I.-Maid, one. Act II.-Maid won. Act III.-Made oneeEx.