Southwestern University - Souwester Yearbook (Georgetown, TX)

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One of the most distinguished events of the year was the dedication of Southwestern ' s four new buildings: the circular University Commons, two men ' s residence halls, Herman Brown and Moody-Shearn, and the mas- sive addition to the Cody Memorial Library. Among the dignitaries present were Governor John Connally who delivered the convocation address, stress- ing the value of private education; John D. Wheeler, former chairman of the Board of Trustees, who presented the Commons to the school; George R. Brown, president of the Brown Foundation, who presented Herman Brown Hall and the Cody Memorial Library addition; and Mrs. Mary Moody Northern, representing the Moody Founda- tion, who presented Moody-Shearn Hall to the Uni- versity. The rare book room of the library addition was officially opened with Mrs. Charles N. Prothro ' s exhibit, The Bible, Keystone of Culture. This room houses the Brown col- lection, the Clark Texana, an extensive Wesleyana and original writings of the early history of the Methodist Church in Texas. The highlight of the day for many was Connally ' s address, which he concluded by stating, Whatever progress we are able to make, the private co llege must contribute to as an integral part of the total higher education system. 23