Sullins College - Sampler Yearbook (Bristol, VA)

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V nn nn nn • ft Ti p n ft R n n ri nmn’ ' nn‘’nn 1 men M ' n n n 1 fi 1 1 S H i« r r r r § i D I I 1 ) FROM THE BOOKS OF I OPAL SKAGGS Editor-in-Chief MARY LOU BECKER Business Manager Member of National Scholastic Press Assn. Columbia Scholastic Press Assn. Virginia Intercollegiate Press Assn. Presenting Year-Book of Sullins College, Virginia Park, Bristol, Va. Published by The Senior Class of Nineteen Forty BRISTOL PUBLIC LIBRARY 701 Goode Street Bristol, Virginia 2-1201 a record of our college year ©cause they have played so large a part in our college life, we have chosen books as the theme of this, the 1940 Sampler. Though textbooks often seemed to dominate our lives, we real- ize, as we look back upon the years, that other interests have played at least as large a part. These interests we have symbolized in the Diary, the Scrapbook, and the Photograph Album. If we have captured something of the kind and friendly spirit of our Alma Mater, if we have interpre- ted truly the events of our college life, if we have pre- served for you a memory of the joys and aspirations shared together here — then we have achieved suc- cess. as suggested by • - Stf SifUTr-v St in which we honor our friends to Mr. and Mrs. Clifford Clark Loomis we, the Senior Class, dedicate this, the 1940 Sampler. In their blending of the vital imag- ination of music and the cool reasoning of science, these two well-loved people personify the variety and scope of our college life. Their unfailing kindness not only to the students of music and science but to Sullins students in general has made them an integral part of our life at Sul- ims. They have contributed much to our appreciation of the beautiful — Mr. Loomis through the vesper organ re- citals, and Mrs. Loomis through her love of the beauty in Nature. who have shared our work and our play Mrs. Loomis brightens even the chemistry class- room with flowers. Mr. and Mrs. Loomis as- sist in receiving at the Senior Black - and - White ball. The vesper organ recit- als given by Mr. Loomis are untorgettable events in our Sullins life. Order of Books HER DIARY HER NOTEBOOK HER MEMO-BOOK HER SCRAPBOOK HER ALBUM ,T. „ . . ■, n ; ;:v ■„, w Page 12 At Left: The Hut is the fa- vorite meeting place of the Sul- lins girls. Here we gather not only on every afternoon but also for many informal parties. At Right: The College — On the hill stands Sullins College. Center: From the front porch we see the town and the dis- tant mountains. Page 13 Center: The campus offers many delightful retreats in which to spend Fall and Spring afternoons. At Right: Steele ' s Creek is only one of many beautiful pic- nic spots in the neighborhood of the college. At Left: The Hoofprints Clubhouse is a recreation cen- ter for the girls interested in rid- ing. Page 14 SHE FINDS NEW FRIENDS AND NEW RESPONSIBILITIES Dear Diary: Now that some of the excitement of arrival has died down, I want to tell you about the fun of com- ing back to Sullins as a Senior. When the train pull- ed into the station here at Bristol, I was so excited I The Seniors greeted each other enthusiastically. didn ' t know what to do. All the Seniors just tumbled off the train and rushed around hugging the ones who were already here. The Juniors looked so lonesome that it made me feel wonderful to be a second-year girl. After we got ourselves and our paraphernalia to school, the confusion was worse than ever. Among the first of the old girls that 1 saw were Dotty Jackson and Denny. They came early so they could help make the new girls feel at home, and they were quite at home themselves. In the front hall there was so much confusion that you could scarcely hear your- self think. Amelia Martin, Mrs. Cuniff, and Mrs. Rob. pre- sided at the desks, giving out room numbers and information on how to reach the aforementioned rooms. Cat Sullins, Elsie Lou Robinson, Mary Clay Leiper, and Peggy Hudgens, more early ar- rivers , were busy escorting bewildered Juniors to their rooms. 1 was glad to see that Farky , who was here year before last and whom 1 met last year at Commencement, was really here. Wednesday night Senior Wing was turmoil as everyone rushed around seeing just who had come back and who hadn ' t. Somehow 1 kept expecting to come around a corner and bump into Heem or Bobby or Soapy . Though I missed them I found that their little sisters — Janet, Gabby , and Lib — have taken up residence in Junior Wing. Today at the Hut, 1 had several shocks when 1 thought I saw Jeanette Salzer, Tommy Norton, and other old girls, but it was their doubles in this year ' s Junior class. Jeanette turned out to be Toby Hines, and Tommy is Mary Little. The Juniors have been exceptionally quick in discovering the pleasures of the Hut as have our new Seniors. These new Seniors are indeed a welcome ad- dition to our class, as they all seem to be swell girls. Among these girls are Gwen Davies, Betty McAd- ams, Jo Wren, Patty McDowell, Rachel Fain, Helen Jo Mills, Jane Minton, and Margaret Ranson. To- night we ' ve been making friends with these Sullin- ites, as well as renewing old friendships. Tomorrow classes start, and I ' ll have to hear the breakfast bell, so goodnight now. Saturday, September 16. Dear Diary: Friday morning, when the 7 o ' clock bell rang, every Junior hopped out of bed and was ready to « The Seniors met the new girls in the hall and took them to their rooms. Page 15 start for breakfast when the 7:30 bell rang. However, in Senior wing, people dragged themselves from bed at 7:30 and still made breakfast. It ' s all in knowing how. When we started for classes we found that there are quite a few new teachers here this year. Spanish students were greeted by Mr. Ingram in- stead of Mrs. Burns, who is to be in the library in place of Mrs. Wall. Mrs. Lyle Smith is the new as- sistant voice teacher, for Jean Struble was married this summer. Three other teachers- -Miss McAnelly, domestic science; Miss Stickles, gym; and Miss Wingfield, dancing — are due to arrive soon. Ambiti- ous riding students like Smitty and Tony found a new stable and riding ring right down the hill. At the first opportunity everyone went down to the bookstore to deposit her money with Mr. Harry Martin, and to see the many bracelets, pennants, and pins with Sullins emblems on them. Mr. and Adele Denman gave amusing imitations at the get-acquainted party at the Hut. Mrs. Whatley were kept busy selling Sullins station- ery, for all the Juniors wanted to write their very first letters home on school stationery. When the 10:45 bell rang, and all Seniors rush- ed madly across the tennis courts to a small gray building at the end of the West wing, the Juniors ap- peared slightly bewildered, but they soon gathered that it meant mail, and at ten of four they led the stampede. Post-office Mary was kept busy giving out box numbers and assuring people that they real- ly did not have any mail yet. She greeted every Senior by name; I don ' t see how on earth she does it. We deposited our money in the student bank with Mr. Harry and Mr. Whatley. party at the Hut. It was loads of fun. Each state group put on a program, although some of the groups certainly had a hard time getting up their program. About ten of the forty-cdd members of the Tennessee group showed up for rehearsal, so while one member hurriedly brushed up on Swing Low, Sweet Char- iot , Mim Royster racked her brain for a read- ing. They arrived at the Hut just in time to go on. Highlights of the program were Adele Denman ' s animal imitations, Judy Ritter ' s reading, and the style (or lack of style) show put on by the North Carolina group. After all the groups had given their programs, cookies and punch were served, and ev- eryone got acquainted with her neighbors. Today classes were more regular, and the line of people outside the Dean ' s office has dwindled away. On Thursday the line of people outside the Dean ' s office filled that end of the hall, but today Page 16 the only people still there are dissatisfied lassies who feel they made a mistake in registering. As early as possible this afternoon, I started for the Lake over at Camp Sequoya, for today is Lake Day, an event not to be missed. When I finally reached the Lake, however, there were loads of girls already there. Some of them were swimming in Lake Sycamore while others were canoeing. Soon after I arrived. Dr. Martin started a softball game, and those who didn ' t play gathered in the bleachers to watch the game. Mr. Ingram and Mr. Leggette showed the feminine element just how the game should be played, and then the Juniors and Seniors played a game which the Juniors won. We lined up for supper on Lake Day. As soon as the game was over, athletes and audience made a dash for the bread line only to find that the other half of the school was ahead of them. Barbecue sandwiches, potato salad, cookies, ice cream, and other delicacies helped satisfy the none- too-delicate appetites of the girls. When George began to show signs of taking the truck back to school, the nearest girls hastily swal- lowed their suppe rs and piled on the truck. In spite of nearly losing Barb Warren and Okie Byrd — who were decorating the headlights — George got us all safely back. I for one am dead tired, so good- night, Diary. Sunday, October 1. Dear Diary: Last Sunday morning as is customary here on the first Sunday the college went in a body to State Standing: Mrs. Robinson (left) and Mrs. Cowden. Seated (left to right): Mrs. Cuniff, Miss Wilicerson, Mrs. Jones, Mrs. Cheairs. We became acquainted with the hostesses. Street Church. Really, you know we Seniors felt quite important as we marched in just behind the faculty and before the Juniors. That afternoon Mrs. Martin held her usual lovely tea for the entire student body and faculty. Mrs. Martin received the girls and, of course, made them feel right at home. Tea was served both in the dining-room and outside in Mrs. Martin ' s lovely new garden. Afraid some of us had tea in both places, but it was really nice. Some of us went canoeing. Page 17 We went to the post office every day. After tea that evening the Juniors were introduced to a good old Sullins custom -the Sunday night Vesper Service. Dr. Mclver from Central Presby- terian Church was the first speaker of the year. As the choir hadn ' t been organized, Mr. Miller and Mrs. Smith sang a duet. When Vespers were over some of the Seniors decided to go over and cheer up the Juniors, but it seems that someone had been telling all about Rat Week, and the Juniors were more scared than cheered. After all, I suppose if 1 suddenly saw 5 feet, 9 inches of Ann Davis coming at me I ' d be scared too. These past few days everyone has been getting settled down and learning the routine of classes. I ' ve been getting acquainted with the new girls, and they are really swell. They ' re getting to be Sullins girls already, and in a few more days, I think, Post- office Mary will know all their names and then they ' ll really be full-pledged Sullinites. I declare I never saw anything like the way they get mail! Last night the Sampler sponsored the first dance of the year, held in the dining-room. The Sampler nearly always takes the responsibility of introducing new girls to the intricacies of girl-break dances, and I must say they had very apt pupils. The Juniors caught on in no time at all, and at this rate the Seniors are going to have to look to their laurels. The Juniors soon learned to go on looking calmly beautiful when Miss Milbrandt ' s flash bulbs went off too, while I still jump a foot. Some day her camera is going to blow up when I get in front of it! Harry Cundello ' s orchestra played for the dance, and Tm very much afraid the rest of the dance We were always happy when we got mail. committees will have to work hard to beat this first dance. Tonight Mr. Loomis gave the first beautiful organ recital of the year. As usual, Mrs. Loomis succeed- ed in making the stage look like the altar of a ca- thedral with flowers and tall candelabra before the organ pipes. Although the recital made me think of the one last year during Commencement week, I didn ' t cry as I did then. In fact hardly anyone cried — everyone seems to be taking hold right away this year and not wasting time on homesickness. « Sunday, October 8. Dear Diary; On October 3, the Hoofprints Club had a picnic at Steele ' s Creek, and as there are approximately We had tea in Mrs. Martin ' s beautiful garden. Page 18 Mrs. Martin (right) and Mrs. Boggess welcomed the guests. one hundred and sixty-five girls in the riding de- partment, the college was very well represented. Some of the good riders left school early and rode the horses out to Steele ' s Creek; others went with me — in the truck. When we got there, Dean Metts had the hotdogs well under control, and the waiters from school were putting out the rest of the food. While we were wait- ing for supper, several dauntless lassies went trip- ping across the Creek on the stepping stones. It is still a wonder to me why Denny didn ' t fall in. This time both Miss Weber and Miss Milbrandt were playing camera men, and the pictures were The Sampler staff gave the first dance. being taken fast and furiously. Dr. Martin was en- joying taking pictures of the horses more than any other part of the picnic, even the supper which was really good. When it began to get dark, the riders started back to school, and soon after, George began taking truckloads of girls back to school. Those who waited till last sat around the fire singing until George came back. On the way home in the truck, we sang old songs and, of course, the Alma Mater. Everyone agreed it was a wonderful picnic. On Friday night we had the first student recital of the year and found that we have quite a bit of talent here. Miss Dorothy Turner accompanied the voice students. The program was as follows: May Night Palmgren Virginia Cecil Tales of Vienna Woods Strauss Pauline Glover Some of us went to the picnic in the truck. Dance Caprice Grieg Virginia Higgins Je Veux Vivre (Romeo and Juliet) Gounod Juanita Webster Rustic March Boeux Ruth Bachman II Est Doux (Herodiade) . . _ . Massinet Adelaide Lawler Arabesque - - Chaminade Julia Raney Der Erlkonig Schubert Elizabeth Farquhar Rhapsody No. 6 Liszt Kathleen Litton Page 19 Dean Metis helped prepare the supper. This past week has been Recognition Week. The purpose was for the Juniors and Seniors to know each other better and particularly for the Juniors to know the Seniors by name. There were a few other re- strictions placed on the Juniors, but I think they, as well as the Seniors, really enjoyed the week. Of course, I did hear that some of them were ac- tually afraid of tiny Nancy Peebles, and I ' m sure the Juniors won ' t soon forget the long line of Seniors from the gym to the second floor the night Recog- nition Week began. Nertz Crenshaw and Joan Collyer certainly took their share of teasing, and so did Pat Penick and Ginny Wilson. Recognition Week ended tonight with the Senior tea. Each Senior received the names of three or four Juniors whom she was to take to the tea. At the time they were to go, she called for her Juniors and escorted them to the front entrance of Senior dining-room, where Peggy Hudgens, as president of the Senior Class, headed the receiving line. Assisted by Mrs. Cowden, the Home Economics students had decorated the dining-room with can- dles, pumpkins, and autumn leaves, so that it really looked beautiful. These girls also prepared the de- We lined up for supper at the Rotary picnic. licious refreshments of all kinds that were served. The Seniors entertained the Juniors at tea. When the tea was over, the members of bofh classes met on the runway and sang. After sing- ing many of the old favorites, the Seniors sang their processional, Hail, Sullins College , and then the members of both classes sang the Alma Mater. Friday, October 20. Dear Diary: We have found quite a bit to do recently. Just a few days ago the Curry Club had a picnic at Abram ' s Falls and, of course, the first thing every- one did was to climb up under the waterfall. Lillie Raney was the first to get to the top, but everyone else followed in one way or another. When every- Page 20 Everyone explored Natural Tunnel. one was thoroughly tired out, we went back to the fire to dry out and satisfy ravenous appetites. Then last Monday night, we had our first con- cert of the year. Simon Barer, pianist, was the art- ist, and the program was really very enjoyable. The concert was given at the Paramount Theatre up town, for all the Bristol people went also. On Wednesday, the Rotary Club took us all to Natural Tunnel for a picnic. Each man filled his car with girls for the long and enjoyable drive. As few of us had seen the tunnel before, we had to ex- plore it thoroughly, and that took most of the after- noon. After several brave explorers had ventured into the ccal field back in the tunnel, the rest of the school followed. In one way or another we explored the country pretty well. After we had satisfied our curiosity, the line be- gan to form for supper. The usual delicious picnic supper was served, and everyone sat around on the ground and ate. Miss Milbrandt and Miss Weber and their trusty cameras were in evidence here as at all affairs as they snapped pictures of everyone and everything. The day closed with only one ac- cident — Virginia Sutton cut her head, but not too seri- ously — and everyone had a wonderful time. « We took possession of the hotel on the night of the Junior-Senior banquet. Monday, October 23. Dear Diary: Tonight in the ballroom and dining-room of the Hotel Bristol the Juniors entertained the Seniors at the annual Junior-Senior banquet. The rooms were decorated with autumn leaves, cornstalks, pumpkins, and other reminders of fall. The theme of the banquet was Susie Smith, and highly interesting talks were made by Dr. and Mrs. Martin, Dean Metis, Mrs. Baskervill, Dotty Jackson, Opal Skaggs, and Peggy Hudgens. Peggy read a telegram from Frances Adams, the President of last year ' s Senior Class, wishing us luck and as happy a year as last year ' s class had. Tony Thompson presided as toastmistress. We really enjoyed the dinner, and our Junior hostesses entertained us royally, though at the end The Yellow Cabs came and went, leaving their loads of girls. Page 21 We enjoyed the first birthday dinner in October. of the banquet I nearly cried. Everyone sang the Alma Mater, and then when the Juniors had seated themselves, we Seniors remained standing and sang our song. I wasn ' t the only one with misty eyes. « Wednesday, November 1. Dear Diary: A week ago today we had our first birthday din- ner for the girls who had birthdays in September or October. These honored guests sat at a long table in Junior dining-room, and the rest of us sat where we pleased. The dining-room was lighted with can- dles and formal dress was in order, so everything looked quite lovely. The Seniors were hostesses at the Black-and- White Ball. Last night was Hallowe ' en, so some of the Seni- ors went over to Junior Wing and greased the door kncbs and even some stray faces. They hadn ' t been back inside the portals of Senior Wing two minutes before the Juniors, led by Georgia and Edward, stormed Senior Wing. For about fifteen minutes you couldn ' t hear yourself think in Senior Wing. Mrs. Jones stood in the midst of the struggle crying help- lessly, Young ladies! Please! The fight ended abruptly when the inmates of fourth floor poured water over the bannister onto the contestants. The defeated Juniors went silently home leaving the Seni- ors in control of Senior Wing (except for Tony, Mari- anne, and Nelda, of course). « Saturday, November 11. Dear Diary; The annual Black-and-White Ball, held on No- vember 4, was one of the best dances I can remem- ber at Sullins. Charlie Randall ' s orchestra played and proved to be very good. The bright heads of Jo Fordtran and Adelaide Dickson were among the very few spots of color amid the black and white decorations and gowns. It was at this dance that Marianne introduced us to Pinky ; since then he has become quite fa- miliar around here. Lene ' s entire suite was so excited about Bus ' s coming that they had the whole third floor of Senior Wing upset. The dates stayed over Sunday, and in some cases, even Monday; so it was a gala week-end. Mary Sumners was toastmistress at the Academy banquet. Page 22 Today in chapel some of Mrs. Harry ' s expression students gave an armistice program. Melba Isbell, as president of the Curry Club, introduced those on the program. Pie Martin and Mildred Royster made talks and Adelaide Lawler gave the poem, Flanders Fields . Tonight as a light touch to end the week, the physical education majors had an all-girl dance in the gym. A floor show — which included songs by Nertz and Cundell and dances by Mr. Leggette and Miss Wingfield — stacks of records to dance by, and refreshments made it a gay party. « Monday, November 20. Dear Diary: The schoolroom scenes in Remember the Day were highly amusing. On November 13, the High School girls had their annual banquet in the ball room of Hotel Bristol. The banquet, I understand, was lovely, and every- one had a marvelous time. On November 16, the Curry Club under Mrs. Harry Martin ' s direction presented the first play of the year, Remember the Day by Higly and Dunn- ing. The leading lady, Nora Trinell, was well play- ed by Mildred Royster. Ann Davis, as the handsome young leading man, had us all sighing over her manly charms , while Nancy Dixon made a very lovable little boy. Melba Isbell gave an excellent portrayal of the mother, and Frances Cundell of the father. Other members of the cast who gave very good performances were Evelyn Ann Bradsher, Katherine King, Judy Ritter, Margaret Crenshaw, Lillie Raney, Mr. and Mrs. Chase and a group of students demonstrated the square dance. Marianne Moses, Frances Denny, Betty Lias, Virginia Wilson, Emily Nepper, Marjorie Smith, Margaret Ramsey, Margaret Bushby, Martha Salter, Virginia Sutton, Marilyn Marshall, Evelyn Friedman, Martha Bengtson, Phyllis Stephenson, and Shirley Short. The children were Marjorie Biard, Betty Gibb, Jeanette Hyde, Corinne Locklin, Martha Meadows, Mary Catherine Pritchard, Margaret Ranson, and Glenn St. Clair. Miss Wingfield (left) and Margaret Bushby danced in the recital. Page 23 Mildred Royster (left) and Ann Davis took the leading parts in the Christmas play. Mr. and Mrs. Chase of the American Folk Danc- ing Society have been here giving us lessons in folk dancing. The lessons have been given in the gym every night right after dinner and have been loads of fun. Saturday night the lessons ended with an old-fashioned square dance in the gym. These dances are really a lot of fun and more strenuous than ordinary dancing. Thursday, December 7. Dear Diary: On November 27 and 28, Max Brauer, a German exiled by Hitler, lectured to the school on conditions in Germany. As Mr. Brauer had so recently left Germany, he could give us first-hand information. Before he left Germany, he was the mayor of Altona. Last week-end Helen Sears, a last year ' s grad- uate, came to visit Farky, who was her roommate when they were Juniors. It certainly was good to see her wandering around the campus. Tuesday night the dancing department gave an evening recital. Miss Wingfield and Margaret Bush- by did a number of solos and also appeared in dances with members of the classes. The dances were all beautiful. Mr. Leggette revealed a so-far hidden talent by dancing in a Mexican number with Miss Wingfield. Tonight the dramatics department presented the Christmas play, The York Nativity , which was also given last year. The play is mainly the story of Christ ' s birth told by two narrators and illustrated by beautiful scenes on the stage. The narrators were Mary Catherine Pritchard and Martha Bengt- son. Mildred Royster portrayed the Virgin Mary and Ann Davis, Joseph. The most dramatic scene was in Herod ' s Court, where Melba Isbell was a most terrifying Herod. Her advisers were Marjorie Biard and Marilyn Mar- shall; her guards were Margaret Ranson and Betty Lias. Margaret Ann Ramsey was her son, and Grace Carroll was the messenger. Margaret Cren- shaw, Evelyn Ann Bradsher, and Marianne Moses were the three kings; Nancy Dixon, Evelyn Fried- man, and Frances Denny were the three shepherds. Frances Cundell was the Angel Gabriel. Mrs. Harry thinks of giving the play again next year, and everyone is hoping she will, for it certainly puts one in the Christmas spirit. I ' m so excited about vacation that I can hardly wait ' til the fifteenth. « Sunday, December 10. Dear Diary; Festive occasions have been piling on us thick and fast recently. Friday night we all went to the The guests arrived for the Christmas dance, sponsored by the Villagers ' Club. Page 24 The underprivileged children, laden with gifts, left for home. Paramount (our official concert hall) to hear Lotte Lehmann and Lauritz Melchior in joint concert. As they are both well-known Metropolitan Opera stars, it was quite an event to hear them. Last night the Villagers ' Club sponsored the Christmas dance in the gym, and it was without a doubt the best dance so far. Soft lights and the sweet music of Jimmy Livingston ' s orchestra made it a wonderful party. I was dead tired in the after- noon after shopping for our Santa pal all day, but as soon as 1 heard that music I felt quite lively. Tonight we all went to the Paramount to hear Handel ' s Messiah , which is given each year at Christmas time under the direction of Mr. Miller. Though the chorus is made up of people from Bristol, Kingsport, and Johnson City, any Sullins girls who wish to sing in the Messiah may do so, and the entire chorus usually does so. This year two Sul- lins girls — Elizabeth Farquhar and Adelaide Lawler — were soloists. Mrs. Tula Whorton Kinser and mem- bers of the Sullins Orchestra played in the orchestra that accompanied the soloists and chorus. The whole oratorio was beautiful and went off quite smoothly. Wednesday, December 13. Dear Diary: What with all the dieting damsels around here I ' m a nervous wreck. It ' s hard enough to be dieting myself, but when everyone else is, too, it ' s awful! Up on fourth floor of Senior Wing there is a regular class every night, and when I walk into the Hut, Evelyn Ann and Nancy are usually there looking so hungry that it breaks my heart. However, any- thing to be lovely for Christmas. Monday night we had the Christmas tree for the poor children, and I think we enjoyed it every bit as much as the children. Some of the smaller girls could really play with their children . Dotty Jack- son could have dated her little boy, and Obie Mc- Kenzie and Mary Little really had to look up to some of the children. The Millers brought little Jan up to see Santa Claus, and after she had seen him, they had trouble getting her away. Miss Jan wanted to stay and play. After the children had finally gone, the front hall looked as though a tornado had blown through, but it was worth the trouble. Everyone had fun. Tuesday night the Sullins Orchestra under the direction of Mrs. Kinser gave a recital. The orchestra program was lovely. In addition to the music of the orchestra, Kay Litton played a piano solo, and the Vested Choir sang a medley of Christmas carols. Today in chapel the Hoofprints Club put on a program. The stage was very appropriately decor- ated with saddles and other riding equipment, and the program was very informal. Ann Davis, as The gifts at the Christmas tree made many children happy. Page 25 President of the Club, served as commentator for the style show which was a feature of the program. To climax the show, a small spaniel dog led Dotty Jackson out on the stage. Once there he pro- ceeded to devour a bowl of bread and milk while the club members gave a lusty rendition (accent on rend) of Drink, Puppy Drink . Tonight we went down to the Hut, where the Georgia girls sponsored the Christmas tree for the servants. Dan played his harmonica for us, and Buster danced. All the servants sang negro spirit- uals for us, and it was lots of fun. 1 Friday, December 15. Dear Diary: Last night just before the Christmas dinner the Vested Choir and the Chorus gave the Candle-light service. Most of the singing was antiphonal with the choir standing in the Pink Parlor and the chorus behind stage. The chapel was dimly lighted with candles, and the old Christmas carols in such a set- ting really brought a lump to my throat. After the formal Christmas dinner last night, ev- eryone rushed upstairs to attend the last-m inute de- tails of packing and saying goodbye. Most of the Seniors went to bed to get some sleep before the long train rides home, but some of the Juniors stayed up all night playing and making Christmas plans. Tonight I am writing this on the train, so if you ' re having trouble with my handwriting. Diary, that is why it is poor. You know, as excited as 1 was to be going home, there ' s something about this that re- minds me of Commencement. 1 am not the only Senior who feels it, however. You can easily tell the Seniors from the Juniors — they are so much quiet- er. Oh well, there ' s a long time ' til Commencement, and Christmas is going to be such fun! Goodnight, Diary, and Merry Christmas! « Page 26 In our first snow fall, every scene on the campus took on a new and fairy-like appearance. Even the familiar way to the Hut was transformed into a snow palace roofed with lacy branches. Page 28 At Right: Senior Wing in its new guise formed a background for many snow-fights. Center: The East Gate was the en- trance to a fairyland of snow. At Left: Every tree and shrub was transformed into a snow-white bouquet. Page 29 i i ' No cloud above, no earth below — A universe of sky and snow! Page 30 SHE EXPERIENCES MIDYEARS AND ENJOYS MARDI GRAS Monday, January 8. Dear Diary: I am still so tired from my train ride back that I don ' t know what to do. Our train was exactly two and cne-half hours late getting to Bristol; another train was five hours late. Vacation was wonderful, but we ' ve got to settle down now. Honestly, I ' ve never seen so many engagament rings and fraternity pins as came back after Christ- The cook and the scullions marched through the dining-room in the Twelfth Night procession. mas. I think everyone has seen Cat ' s ring and most of us have seen Bradsher ' s. Just about everyone is back now, but for the first few nights Terry and Schnerr wore tracks in the front steps watching for Rachel Fain, who was late. Yesterday we had our first real snow, and it really snowed! Great big flakes came thick and fast, and by dusk there were three or four inches. Of course, everyone dash ed madly out to play as soon as it started snowing. This morning the Juniors and Seniors had a snow fight, but it finally wore itself out with neither side victorious. The snow has put everyone in high spir- its, and the Hut was packed. The nickelodeon was going full blast, people all covered with snow were breezing in and out, and we all had a gay old time. Saturday night the Physical Education majors sponsored Twelfth Night revels. At dinner that evening all of the chefs and scullions , led by Jane Allen Wolf, as trumpeter, marched through the din- ing-room bearing a wild boar ' s head, a turkey, and other items of the old English feast. After dinner we all went to the gym, which had been decorated in the style of last year ' s Mardi Gras. There Toddy, as last year ' s Mardi Gras queen, and Audrey Buchanan, representing Beverly Bass, last year ' s king, reigned until a new king and queen were chosen by the traditional method. Cake was served to the members of the court. The lady and gentle- man who found a bean in their cakes ascended the throne for the night. So Peggy Hudgens and Julia Peterson came to reign. Lillie Raney, President of the Physical Education Major ' s Club, served as Lord of Misrule and kept things stirring. We danced the old Virginia Reels and square dances that we learned when the Chases were here, and it was loads of fun! « Thursday, January 25. Dear Diary: I ' ve been rather negligent about writing, haven ' t I? Well, somehow the time has just slipped by with exams and reviewing for them. We all enjoyed the Twelfth Night games. Page 31 The Science Club eniertained the Tenn essee Chemical Society at dinner. There have been hardly any days when we have not had snow, and it has been more fun! Of course, many more fights have been organized since that first Junior-Senior battle, but there still has been no decisive victory. Do you know. Diary, it has been so cold here that the Lake at Camp Sequoya froze over, and we could go ice-skating! That ' s where the Northerners really had it all over the Southerners, although Betty Rae Davis could hold her own with any of them even if she is from San Antonio. Quite a few cf the South- erners had their first sight of ice-skates — outside of movies and photographs. Last Monday the East Tennessee chapter of the American Chemical Society had a dinner and meet- ing here at Sullins. The dinner was held in the Jun- ior dining-room, and only the members of the Science Club and the girls in the Vested Choir were fortunate enough to be invited. After dinner, the members went to the chapel, where a program of Sullins talent was presented. Kay played the piano, the choir sang several num- bers, Parky sang, and Ruth Bachman played the organ. Dr. Colin G. Fink, head of the department of Elec- tro-Chemistry at Columbia University then discussed Chemistry and Art . This week has been that week of horrors known as Exam Week, and 1 for one am just about dead. Thank goodness and Dean Metts, 1 am one of those fortunate creatures whose exams come early, so 1 am through now and can play the rest of the week. We had many snowball fights. Goodness knows we all need to play. These Sen- iors are really cramming! Sunday, Eebruary 11. Dear Diary; Not so long ago the Clare Tree Major players were in Bristol and presented Rip Van Winkle in the new Tennessee High School auditorium. We all went to see the play, which turned out to be most amusing and enjoyable. The January birthday dinner was held recently. At the birthday table Mrs. Martin was the guest of We went over to the lake and skated. Page 32 Above: Mrs. Martin cut the January birthday cake. Below: Dr. Martin made his birthday speech. honor. The faculty guests almost outnumbered the students; for Mrs. Loomis, Mrs. Metts, Mrs. Burns, Miss Stevens, Miss Dobyns, and Miss Milbrandt have January birthdays. Tonight instead of having Vespers here our choir gave a program at State Street Methodist Church which was broadcast so that those of us who didn ' t go to church could hear it. « Monday, February 26. Dear Diary: Oh, this has been the most hectic week, but it has been fun! Preparations for Mardi Gras were well under way for weeks before time for it. The girls in the art department have been working on the scenery for ages, but it was certainly worth their ef- forts. When completed it formed a beautiful setting for one of the loveliest Mardi Gras pageants ever. When it comes to work, though, the girls in the dancing department certainly deserve plenty of cred- it, and so does Miss Wingfield. Those dances were no hastily gotten up affairs; they were finished per- formances. No less important to the finished production than the scenery was the orchestra under the direction of Mrs. Kinser. They supplied a background of love- ly music for the entire pageant. The chorus too, de- serves credit even though its part was not so large. Mr. Miller had been drilling the chorus in Tales from the Vienna Woods since Ghristmas. A group of Juniors formed the court. They must be literally exhausted now that it is all over, for they have rehearsed every night for ages. Last but far from least, Miss Wingfield, Mrs. Hodge, and Mr. Leggette deserve tons of credit for all the hard work they had to do to whip the thing into shape. The work of setting up the decorations and turn- ing the basket-ball courts of the gym into a lovely setting in old Vienna began early in this week caus- ing all gym classes to become ping pong classes temporarily. Little by little the decorations went up until the gorgeous court setting was really up. The night before Mardi Gras weary art students were in the dining-room decorating for the dance un- til the wee small hours of the morning. Ginny Mc- Guire ' s height made her ideal for fastening those crepe paper streamers to the ceiling. The Duo-Art Club decorated for Mardi Gras. Page 33 In spite of the beauty of the pageant and the fun of the dance, to me the most thrilling part of Mardi Gras was seeing all the old girls who came back. On Saturday afternoon the Hut was packed, and it was wonderful to look around and see Mary Brooks and Margaret Summers just dancing as though they had never been away; to see Bobby Settles come breezing in; to hear Gigi Butts talking a blue streak; to hear “Jerk Judkin ' s Savannah accent again. Senior Wing was upside down all week-end. Ev- ery time there ' d be a cry everyone would rush out to see who else had arrived. Eleanor Mason and her South Georgia drawl arrived early with Ruth Fulcher and Mitzi Otey on her heels. Phoebe Jane Hopper, Mary Robertson, Margo Collins, Priss Pflanze, and Shirley Waters all made it late Satur- day night, and Dede Douglas came with her newly acquired husband in time for the dance. Mary Cross missed the dance but made it from Philadelphia just to spend Sunday night. With all the excitement of seeing people it is a wonder the Mardi Gras celebration ever got under way, but it began at last with the morning of A Day in Old Vienna. The first dance, Dawn Arabesque , was inter- preted by Margaret Bushby, Katherine King, Jane Greer, Betty Legg, and Margaret Ann Ramsey. Then Betty Myers danced Sunrise . The Court bowed as the King and Queen entered. came Betty Myers as Sunrise in an exquisitely graceful solo. Next some of the youngest town students did an adorable little Waltz of the Flowers followed by some older town girls in a Valse de Ballet . The last of the morning section, Willow Tree — Daisy Field was interpreted by Gloria Amberson, Dorothy Jane Buchanan, Geraldine Cathey, Margaret Craig, Adelaide Dickson, Betty Jane Manees, Lillie Raney, and Judy Ritter. Little Amelia Osborne started the noontide group with a quaint little solo. This was followed by Schuhplatter with Judy, Lillie, Jane, and Dorothy Jane again and in addition Shirley Waldman, Jane Allen Wolfe, Eleanor Schertzer, Anne Hill, Bettie Mid- dleton, and Ruth Davidson. Following this number the court entered, led by heralds Neysa Dalby and Katherine Enloe. The ladies and gentlemen of the court were Alice Cleve- land and Sara Lou Dunagan, Janet Rogers and Betty Sue Goforth, Jean McIntosh and Betty Medford, Betty Lias and Emily Bourne, Marjorie Keene and Virginia Dressier, Martha Salter and Norma Anderson, Ed- ward Archibald and Josephine Fordtran, Marjorie Schwybold and Mary Frances Haesloop, Mary Miles Camp and Hazel Hime, and Jane Paschal and Mary Lucille Wicker, Finally, resplendent in their white satin, blue vel- vet, and ermine, came the King and Queen of Mardi Gras — Martha Oursler and Jean Fitch. Jean ' s dark hair and delicate features made her indeed a lovely Page 34 queen, while Martha ' s lighter coloring and slim height made an excellent contrast. When their majesties had seated themselves in the midst of their courtiers, the dances began again, and Mardi Gras moved on swiftly to its climax. The next portion of the day, twilight, began with the Wooing Hour with Betty Myers and Katherine King, and Judy Ritter and Lillie Raney. The dance following this, Setting Sun , a solo by Katherine King, reminded me very much of Ruth St. Denis ' lec- ture here last year. Beethoven ' s Moonlight Sonata was beautifully translated into a dance by Gloria Amberson, Jane Greer, Margaret Bushby, Adelaide Dickson, Kather- ine King, Betty Legg, Jo Anne Paty, Matilda Paty, Margaret Ann Ramsey, and Betty Myers. Evening in Vienna, the final section, consisted entirely of Strauss waltzes interpreted in dance. They began with Vienna Life by the Viennese Waltzers: Margaret Bushby, Jane Greer, Katherine King, Betty Myers, Matilda Paty, Margaret Ann Ramsey, Alice Slayton, Rachel Moninger, Betty Legg, Adelaide Dickson, Margaret Craig, and Jo Anne Paty. The next two numbers, danced by children in the department, were followed by Margaret Bushby ' s beautiful solo, Die Fledermaus Waltz . Martha Oursler (left) was King, and Jeanne Fitch was Queen. Next came the Blue Danube done by Gloria Am- berson, Dorothy Jane Buchanan, Betty Carroll, Grace Carroll, Geneva Hoffman, Betty Middleton, Jane Overstreet, Carol Phipps, Julia Raney, Lillie Raney, Judy Ritter, and Lydia Stanford. This was followed by Wine, Women, and Song by the Viennese Waltzers and, as a grand finale. Left to Right: Wicker, Camp, Haesloop, Archibald, Anderson, Keene, Bourne, McIntosh, Goforth, Cleveland, Enloe, Ours- ler, Fitch, Dalby, Dunagan, Rogers, Medford, Lias, Dressler, Salter, Fordtran, Schwybold, Hime, Paschal. Children: Louise Akard, Barbara Gardner, Garland Osborne, Betty June Torbett. The members of the Court formed a beautiful picture. Page 35 The Viennese dancers formed many beautiful tableaux. Tales from the Vienna Woods . The latter was sung by the chorus while the members of the Royal Court danced. After this number, the King and Queen donned their regal robes and led the recessional of the Court. As soon as the last member of the court disap- peared, the audience tore up to the dining-room, where Barney Rapp and his New Englanders were already giving out tantalizing music. The members of the art department had done a really wonderful job of transforming the dining-room into a lovely ball room. The posts were hidden by sheets of paper with the words and music of Strauss waltzes on them, and boys and girls in life-size danced all around the walls. The dates for this dance came from far and near, and the floor was absolutely packed with people. Many a time in trying to cross the dance floor, I was trapped among two or three dancing couples and forced to stay helplessly in one spot until the end of the piece. At 11:30 o ' clock the dance broke up, and by 12 o ' clock the discussion of it was well under way. I ' m afraid forbidden feasts are quite a part of Mardi Gras, and they were not neglect ed this year. All day Sunday, guests who had come for the festivities swarmed the campus. Sunday night the choir gave an all-music Vesper service for the enter- tainment of our visitors. As yet there hasn ' t been a let-down, for tonight we went to what was about the best concert of the year — at least, it was the most appreciated by the girls. Wilbur Evans, baritone, you see, is young and good- looking. His program was very light and provided and excellent evening ' s entertainment. I am really worn out though. Diary, and nothing looks quite so tempting to me as the bed. The Jun- iors are certainly to be congratulated on their Mardi Gras, but it ' s about to get me down. « Monday, March 4. Dear Diary: Well, 1 have about recovered from the effects of Mardi Gras. In fact I can hardly wait for Spring va- cation! Me anwhile, Diary, we have definitely switch- ed from the days of Old Vienna to the hoop skirts and mint juleps of the Old South . In other words, Gone With the Wind has hit town. Bristol really celebrated the arrival of this show in a big way. They had a G W T W ball just as Atlanta did, and some of our Sullins belles were fortunate enough to go. The girl who was selected to be Scarlett O ' Hara was Edna Davis, who was graduated from Sullins only last year. This morning the college went to see the show. Although we had tickets we did not have reserved seats, and I ' ll have you know some of our eager Sullinites were standing in front of the Paramount at 7:45 A. M.l Oh well! The show was really grand. Sunday night. Miss Blackwell presented her Bible class in Biblical characterizations. The girls in the The pageant ended with the recessional of the Court. Page 36 class each represented a person in the Old Testa- ment and told of that person ' s life. Juanita Webster sang By the Waters of Babylon . « Sunday, March 17. Dear Diary; We ' ve gone in for sporis quite a bit around here lately. As a matter of fact, the basket-ball tourna- ment is well under way. The Juniors and Seniors have been playing off the championship and have played three games. The Juniors won the first, the Seniors the second and the third. If the Seniors win the next game, they will be college champions. One of the best features of our basket-ball games, however, is Nancy Peebles ' cheer-leading. She really goes in for it in a big way — I ' m just afraid she may have a nervous breakdown! Tonight Mrs. Harry ' s pupils gave the third play of the year. The Other Apostles , by George E. Callahan. The play is a very strong religious play but not one of those that preach. It is a beautiful thing and was certainly well done. Left to Right: McOueen, Mewhirter, Cherry, and Ambris- TER. The Junior Class officers assisted in receiving the guests at the Mardi Gras Ball. Melba Isbell did an excellent piece of acting as Judas Iscariot, and Marianne Moses was grand as Cornelius. Evelyn Ann Bradsher and Ann Davis as Paulus and Dexterous were very good and so were Frances Denny, Katherine King, and Margaret Cren- shaw as Milus, Laurencins, and Lucius. There were The Mardi Gras Ball was held in the dining-room. Page 37 only these seven people in the play, and everyone did herself credit. Credit should go also to Judy Ritter and Lillie Raney for the excellent lighting results, and to Mil- dred Royster, Margaret Ann Ramsey, Martha Bengt- son, and Shirley Short for the sound effects and lightning. These were all vital parts of the play, and these girls did a wonderful job with them. Thursday of this week. Diary, we go home for Spring vacation, and I can hardly wait. It will be really grand. But you know. Diary, the thought keeps creeping into my mind of how little time there will be when we get back. We ' ll hardly have a breath- ing space before Commencement is on us. We get back here, and things happen so fast that you can ' t even realize they ' re here fill they ' re gone. Oh, Diary, I hope I can make the most of what ' s left. Somehow the idea of never seeing any of the girls here again makes me feel all goose-pimply in- side. I don ' f think I ' m going to like living alone . Well, Spring is yet to come. I suppose I had better stop thinking of Commencement and think of what is just ahead. It is wonderful to be going home for vacation so soon. If many more people decide to fly home, though. I ' ll be really mad! Hazy will be all the way out to Oklahoma City before I even get away from Bris- tol. Oh well! Just as long as I get there I ' ll be hap- py and it won ' t be long now. Spring Vacation! Here I come! « Page 38 Center: The waters of the pool reflect the willows which droop above them. At Left: In the Spring, Sen- ior Wing rises from a mass of beautiful shrubbery. At Right: The campus tempts very one to slay out-of-doors. Page 40 The arboretum is an outdoor laboratory lor the study of botany. Page 41 At Right: The East Drive is a beautiful point of departure for many hikes. Center: The campus is par- ticularly beautiful when the dog- wood is in bloom. At Left: Spring days invite us to study — or loaf — on the campus. Page 42 SHE GLANCES AHEAD TO PROMS AND COMMENCEMENT EVENTS Wednesday, March 20. Dear Diary: The very sight of a calendar with its story of how little of the year remains makes goose bumps all The Tea Dance was held in the gym. over me. After vacation, there will really be very little time left. It makes me keep thinking of Spring and Commencement last year and how grand every- thing was. Spring vacation starts tomorrow, and the whole school is practically standing on one ear. Sullins is offering trips to Bermuda, New York, or Washing- ton to girls who wish to take advantage of them. Those who aren ' t going on one of these trips are either going home or visiting a roommate or suite- mate. As soon as we get back from vacation, things will start popping. And we won ' t have a free moment. Spring will be here for sure, and the campus will be one huge flower garden with the iris and the dog- wood everywhere. When it gets real warm, the building will be de- serted on Mondays and Saturday afternoons, for we ' ll all be going over to the Lake to spend the day sun bathing. Those who don ' t go to the Lake will fill the tennis courts, perfecting their backhands and serves for the tennis tournament. It ' ll be so odd not to see Heem , Skippy , and Peggy White out there. Sometime in April, probably, the Science Club will give their lovely Science Club program. Mem- bers of the Science Club who are also students in expression, dancing, and music will take part in the program, given during a chapel period. About the last week-end in April, we ' ll have Spring Proms — the best dances of the year in my opinion. The boys must think they are pretty good too, for some of them come from quite a distance. On Saturday afternoon we shall have the tea dance. Last year the decorations for this dance, which was held in the gym, were very pretty. Scenes from Alice in Wonderland adorned the walls, and Spanish moss and artificial apple blossoms filled the corners and hung from above. After the tea dance, supper will be served on the lawn for the girls and their dates. The flowers will all be in bloom, and the campus will be a gorgeous setting for the fluffy spring tea dresses of the girls. At eight o ' clock the formal dance will begin. I don ' t know what orchestra will play for the dance The dining-room, decorated with spring flowers, was the scene of Proms. Page 43 Between dances, we had supper on the lawn. this year, but Johnny Hamp did a wonderful job last year. The decorations for the formal dance were much the same as the decorations for the tea dance except that the apple blossoms were real. The for- mal dance was held in the diningroom. This dance is just about as crowded as the Mardi Gras dance and is just as much fun. Indeed it has an advantage over Mardi Gras — the lovely spring setting adds glamor and romance to the scene. Even before Proms, Junior Week will be coming along, and for a week the Juniors will hold prece- dence in the school. During this week, the Juniors have Senior privileges and are quite the important people. The Juniors will be responsible for all chapel pro- grams during the week and will provide some form of entertainment after dinner each evening. Last year the outstanding event of the week was the cab- aret at the Hut on Saturday night. The tables were covered with red-checked table cloths, and candles stuck in root-beer bottles pro- vided light. The taller girls dressed as Bowery toughs, and Kerr was chief bouncer. A grand program was a feature of the evening v ith such lovely numbers as A Picture of Life ' s Other Side and She ' s Only a Bird in a Gilded Cage rendered in a very touch- ing manner by Kathleen Litton and Sally Lee. The climax of the program was a graceful and artistic fan dance by Nancy Peebles. Before Junior Week even rolls around, Mr. Loomis vrill have begun his lovely concerts. In fact, the En- semble Recital will be given before spring vacation. Right after the close of Junior Week will come the Concerto Recital in which the advanced students will be presented. Mr. Loomis will play the accompani- ments on the second piano. With the coming of spring and warm weather, George will dig the truck out, and we ' ll begin going out on truck rides again. I ' ll never forget one truck ride last May. It was not long before Commence- ment, and everyone was beginning to dread leaving for the summer — perhaps for good. We had stayed out until dusk, and as we came up Park Street right in front of school, the lights were just coming on in the building. Someone started the Alma Mater very softly, and we came up the hill singing On the Hill Stands Sullins College . Music weeK comes in May, and it is beautifully observed here. Every morning in chapel, members of the music faculty present a program. At the very beginning of the week, Mrs. Harry Martin reads I Am Music and Mr. Loomis plays the organ, starting the week off beautifully. The graduation recitals of students who are get- ting diplomas or certificates in voice, piano, organ, or expression usually ccme during the last two weeks of May, but this year there are so many recitals that they may start earlier. Peggy Dosser and Charlene Young, who are get- ting certificates, have already planned a joint re- cital. Marguerite McNeal, Juanita Webster, and Ade- laide Lawler are also working, getting ready for diploma recitals in voice. We can only hope that they will be as beautiful as Marie Elliott ' s recital was last year. What with her lovely program and all the Pete amused everyone at the Junior Week Cabaret. Page 44 flowers and gifts she received, it was an exciting occasion. And then Farkie ' s voice recital we are all looking forward to. In the piano department Virginia Barns and Kathleen Litton are practicing hours every day; and they aren ' t any busier than Ruth Bachman, who is to give a diploma recital in organ. We expect all three of these recitals to be beautiful. One of the busiest people on the campus is Mil- dred Royster, who is to give a diploma recital in ex- pression and dramatic art. A typical voice recital program is to be given by Juanita Webster: Storielle del Bosco Vienese Strauss-La Forge La Serenata Braga La Girometta ..... ._Sibella Ah, fors ' e lui (La Traviata) Verdi Gavotte (Manon) Massenet Oh! quand je dor Liszt Bonjour, Suzon! Delibes Des Nussbaum Schumann Solvejgs Lied _ Grieg Das Veilchen Mozart The Fisher ' s Widow Edwards I ' d Be A Butterfly Bayly Flame Wolf Come Unto These Yellow Sands Shakespeare-La Forge Rose Marie Elliott gave a graduation recital in voice. A typical piano recital will be given by Vir- ginia Barns; Rondo in C Beethoven Andante Finals from Lucia de Lammermoor Leschetizky A La Bien Aimee (Love Waltz) Schutt Phantoms .. Adams Grotesque March Binding Barcarelle _ MacDowell Introduction and Allegro Appassionato Concertstuck Shumann Some Sullins girl will be elected a Princess to the Bristol Dogwood Festival in the middle of May. Last year our choice was Dotty Brazel. 1 wonder who will be it this year? The Symphony Recital is one of the chief musical programs of the year. Page 45 JojEAN Smith won the championship trophy at the Horse Show. And then there is the Apple Blossom Festival in Winchester in the Spring. Last year Isabel Bullock was the Sullins representative. I wonder if we ' ll send a representative this year? One of the major musical events of the year, the annual Symphony Concert, comes in May. The or- gan is moved over in the center front of the chapel, and seven pianos are on the stage. The advanced piano students and Miss Gemmell, Miss Turner, and Miss Powell will be at the pianos with Mr. Loomis at the organ. The resulting music is indeed grand. Around the middle or last of April Mr. Miller will present the Chorus in a recital. This is also one of the major musical events. For some time the mem- bers of the Chorus have been spending Friday after- noons practicing The Big Brown Bear , The Spirit Flower , and My Love Dwelt in a Northern Land . The program follows: At Eve I Heard a Flute Strickland Danza, Danza Durante My Love Dwelt in a Northern Land Elgar My Johann Grieg-Aslanoff Pleurez, Mes Yeux — Le Cid Massenet Betty Robertson The Lost Chord Sullivan The Big Brown Bear Mana-Zucca Ah! Rendimi — Mitrane __ Rossi Georgiana Mewhirter The Spirit Flower Campbell-Tipton-Treharne Will o ' the Wisp Spross Mira, O Norma — Norma Bellini Elizabeth Farquhar, Adelaide Lawler The Snow Elgar Dawn Curran The outcome of various sports events is decided at various times during the year, but the outstand- ing event is the horse show which comes during Commencement Week. The tennis matches will be under way after va- cation too. Last year Bullock and Heeman walked off with the doubles honors, and Bullock defeated Heem in a hard-fought game for the singles cham- pionship. The horse show, as I said before, is the crowning event of the sports year. The show is held the Satur- day afternoon before Commencement over at the Camp Sequoya ring. At least it was held there last year. Whether or not the new ring will be the set- ting this year remains to be seen. There are contests for all classes of riders, with trophies and ribbons for the winners. Jojean Smith — Smitty to you — won the coveted advanced trophy last year. At Commencement a trophy is presented to the beginner who makes the most improvement during the year. Evelyn Eggert won this trophy in 1939. Last year Ryland ' s, a jewelry store in town, pre- sented the school with a cup on which is to be en- graved each year the name of the girl who is judged the best-all-around athlete. Terry Wessels is the first name on the cup. In Commencement Week before the horse show, the Domestic Art department will give the annual style show. The dresses modeled may not be from Paris, but I think it would be hard to find much pret- tier styles than are to be seen in the dresses which the sewing students make themselves. The 1939 Horse Show was held in the ring at Camp Sequoya. Page 46 We all enjoy the Science Exhibit (above) and the Art Exhibit. One of the features of the style show will be the good-looking clothes made by Julia Peterson, who is a Domestic Art diploma graduate. The clothes made by Peggy Hudgens and Mary Catherine Sullins will also be features of the style show. The first day of Commencement Week caused me to weep bitter tears last year, so there ' s no telling how I ' ll feel this year. You see, Diary, the Monday that Commencement Week begins we have chapel, and we Seniors wear our caps and gowns for the first time. After the rest of the school has assembled, we march into chapel singing our processional, Hail, Sullins College . I remember only too well what an empty feeling I had when I saw Tich and Fran leading the Seniors into chapel last year. What will it mean to be in that line every day! Commencement Week, which is exam week for the Juniors, is play time for the Seniors. The only thing is, the thought of leaving for good sort of takes some of the joy out of the playing. Bristol is abso- lutely filled with the families of Seniors and with visitors for Commencement. Quite a few old girls are due to come for graduation — Jane Jackson, for one. During the final week there is something going on every minute, and the science and art department exhibits are no small part of this week. Mrs. Loomis ' and Miss Claiborne ' s students prepare interesting posters illustrating materials and subjects which they have studied. These posters and other interesting projects are placed on exhibition in the science lab- oratories. The students of Mrs. Hodge and Miss Nourse will have the best selections of their year ' s work on ex- hibit in the art studios. Mary Lou Becker, Elizabeth Farquhar, Lois Ruth Ingalls, Betty Robertson, Elsie Lou Robinson, and Kathryne Speyer, diploma grad- uates in Costume Design, will exhibit their paintings of costumes and masquerade costumes and their life drawings which they have made during the year. Mary Patterson and Margaret Rothberger, diplo- ma graduates in Interior Decoration, will exhibit their perspective paintings of rooms and other projects that they have worked on this year. In Miss Nourse ' s studio the diploma graduates, Lucille Kenyon and Dorothy Lee Ours, will have special exhibits of pen-and-ink drawings, charcoal sketches, and commercial advertisements. We shall all have a lasting evidence of Dot ' s work in the sketches throughout the Sampler on which she has worked so hard and so successfully. The Art Exhibits will consist not only of the work of the graduating students but of the best projects of all the art students in all departments. Both of the studios will be thrown open, and the exhibits will be well worth seeing. The Home Economics Club sponsors a style show. Page 47 The Juniors in Home Economics entertain at a tea in honor of the Seniors. Another event of Commencement Week last year was the final Vesper organ recital by Mr. Loomis. Although an organ recital at any time brings the tears near the surface, this one in Commencement Week, with such selections as Schubert ' s Ave Maria , is rather a sad occasion. There may be a graduating recital or two dur- ing this week, and there will certainly be a final con- cert. The year ' s best work will be repeated by the students who are receiving diplomas or certificates or else a nevr number, especially prepared for the Everyone takes part in the step singing. occasion, will be given. During April and May the Seniors who are taking either Domestic Science or Home Economics will give their graduating dinners. They will each have as their guests one or two faculty members and three of their close friends. Girls who are to receive diplo- mas in Domestic Science are Mildred Byrd and Mary Ann Morison; those receiving diplomas in Home Economics are Peggy Hudgens and Mary Catherine Sullins. The Senior Domestic Science Majors will be es- pecially honored during Commencement Week at a tea given by the Junior Domestic Science Majors. The Senior Class and the faculty will also be guests at this affair which is usually held on the lawn be- fore Senior building. The Curry Club presented Pride and Prejudice as the 1939 Commencement Play. Page 48 The 1939 May Queen entered, followed by her trainbearers. One night during Senior Week — probably Friday night — we shall take part in the step-singing. After dinner, just as dusk is falling, we shall all gather on the front steps to sing such old favorites as Just a Song at Twilight and Auld Lang Syne . Of course we won ' t be able to close without the Alma Mater. Saturday night after Daisy Chain will come the Commencement Play. For the last time we shall be able to watch the talented work of Melba Isbell, Ann Davis, Mildred Royster, and Evelyn Ann Bradsher, who are graduating in this department. Melba, Ann, and Evelyn Ann are to receive certificates, and Mil- dred, of course, will receive a diploma. The three leads in the play will be played by Melba, Ann, and Mildred, who are Queen Elizabeth, Marguerite and Julia will be our May Queen and Maid of Honor. the Earl of Leicester, and Mary, Queen of Scots re- spectively. Evelyn Ann will play the part of Lord Burleigh. Others who have important parts in the play are Marianne Moses, Martha Bengtson, Frances Denny, Marjorie Biard, Margaret Crenshaw, Marjorie Smith, Marilyn Marshall, Nancy Dixon, Margaret Bushby, Lillie Raney, Shirley Short, and Judy Ritter. May Day — an important occasion in any school — is certainly important here. The festival will take place on the East Campus, where nature has pro- vided a perfect setting. We have certainly picked a good May Queen for this year ' s May Court. Marguerite McNeal ' s blonde loveliness would grace any court, and Julia The May Court assembles each year on the East Campus. Page 49 Dancsrs entertain the May Court and the assembled spectators. Petersen ' s dark beauty will be an exquisite contrast, for Julia is Maid-of-Honor. Not only are they May Queen and Maid-of-Honor, but they are suitemates. The two pages are Dotty Jackson and Judy Rit- ter. The other members of the court are Mary Lou Becker, Evelyn Ann Bradsher, Audrey Buchanan, Gwen Davies, Ann Davis, Nancy Dixon, Peggy Dos- ser, Peggy Hudgens, Lois Ruth Ingalls, Melba Isbell, Adelaide Lawler, Mary Clay Leiper, Kay Litton, Mary Ann Morison, Dorothy Ours, Mary Patterson, Betty Robertson, Elsie Lou Robinson, Joan Shallenberger, Mary Catherine Sullins, Betty Todd, Barbara Warren, Rowena Woods, and Charlene Young. When everyone has assembled, the May Court will enter preceded by the pages. Pastel dresses and hats in lovely spring styles will make the girls even lovelier. The court will be seated on the benches flanking the throne of the Queen. When the Queen has entered, she will be crown- ed with a garland of flowers by the Maid-of-Honor. After this ceremony, she will assume her regal duties, and the dances will begin. Here, as in Mardi Gras, the dancing department will step to the front and provide a beautiful pro- gram. The dancers will perform various graceful dances in keeping with the season and the occasion. During the program the Chorus, concealed behind the shrubbery, will sing numbers to suit the dances. After the gaiety of May Day, the Academy Com- mencement the next morning will be a rather sad occasion. The Academy Seniors will wear gray caps and gowns and march in during Commencement Week right behind the College Seniors; but on Sat- urday they will be in the limelight. For their grad- uation, as they are a fairly small class, they are seated on the stage. At the exercises last year. Dr. French of State Street Methodist Episcopal Church made the address. After the presentation of their gifts to the school and the awarding of honors, they will receive their di- plomas, and for them the year will be over. To the College Seniors it brings a stab of reali- zation — Monday will finish the two years for them. The rest of the week-end is not exactly a happy one — the time to leave is too near. Sunday morning, to end the year as it began, the entire college goes to State Street Church, but this time for the Baccalaureate service. The Sullins Vest- ed Choir sings, and one of the traditional anthems is the Seraphic Song . The Seniors march in in their caps and gowns and sit in the seats reserved for them. After the service everyone returns to the college to spend the afternoon writing in annuals or just not saying much. The Juniors assemble on the steps to sing farewell songs to the Seniors. Page 50 The Seniors, marching from East Wing, and the Juniors, marching from West Wing, meet in the oval before the building and take part in Class Day ceremonies. At 6:30 that evening the Seniors will come from Senior Wing in their caps and gowns, singing Hail, Sullins College , and march to the Vamp Circle. The Juniors, dressed in white and carrying the Daisy Chain, will come from the Junior Wing and form an S on the grass plot between the main building and the Vamp Circle. When the Juniors have sung their farewell songs and the traditional song, Seniors of Dear Sullins , they will form on the steps leading to the Vamp Circle. Peggy Hudgens, as president of Class of ' 40, will present the gifts of the class to Mrs. W. E. Martin; Page 51 Mrs. C. S. Jones, Senior hostess; and Miss Ruth V. Milbrandt, class sponsor. After the presentation of gifts, Peggy will give her cap and gown to the president-elect of next year ' s Senior Class. Opal Skaggs, editor of Sampler 1940, will present her cap and gown to the editor-elect of next year ' s Sampler, and Mary Lou Becker, business manager of Sampler 1940, will present her cap and gown to the business manager-elect. Dorothy Jack- son, president of the Student Body, will present her cap and gown to the president-elect for next year. After the Seniors have planted the ivy, both class- es will face the building and sing the Alma Mater. Then the Seniors will march from the scene, singing Farewell, Sullins . Next comes the final Vesper Service when for the last time, save the actual Commencement ex- ercises, the Seniors and Juniors take their regular seats and the choir assembles on the stage. Not many people get any sleep Sunday night — if I remember correctly 1 was packing at 3 A. M. last year. There is no talking to be done — one is either silent or silly. Monday morning, for the last time, we shall march down the aisle singing our song. We shall hear the address and the announcement of the hon- ors, present our gift to the College, and finally re- ceive our diplomas. After we have left the chapel, singing for the last time together our Hail, Sullins College — it ' s almost funny how off key that can sound -there isn ' t much to do. Perhaps we ' ll take a few last pictures or linger in the hall a moment. Then we ' ll dash to our rooms, and put a few last-minute things into our bags. Families in a hur- ry to get an early start will rush off to the car ad- monishing us to make it snappy . There we are — friends who have lived together two years — and there is nothing to say. Write me often. You will come down this summer? We hurry out brushing past the girls we ' ve known so well, into the waiting car and speed away. Per- haps at the bottom of the hill we look back — On the hill stands Sullins College . . . Through her halls the echoes linger Of our college days. « Page 52 . harm .t ' r s ■ s J4;i. Her Notebook When she comes to college, she finds that she has more than one notebook to keep. These notebooks will vary with her cours- es, but among the many she is sure to find at least one so inter- esting that it will absorb much of her fime and thought: Notebooks in Science with drawings of those things seen or imagined under the microscope and with conclusions of experi- ments stated in brief and concise language. Notebooks in Music Appreciation with summaries of Wagner- ian opera and themes of Beethoven ' s symphonies. Notebooks in Art with visions of costumes-to-be or of maga- zine ads in the offing. Notebooks in History with records of forgotten dates and mem- orandums of battles lost or won. Notebooks in Psychology with vague references to sensations and emotions or to the intricacies of the functions of the human brain. Notebooks in English 12 with emphasis on 449 A. D. and possible references to ALICE IN WONDERLAND. Notebooks in Shorthand containing weird characters that may be translatable into a business-like letter. Notebooks easily decipherable and notebooks largely inde- cipherable, but all containing some tangible evidence of the many intangible things she has gained in her year at college. Page 55 Page 56 Dean of Girls Page 57 Dr. W. E. Martin, President of Sullins Colleye, has given advice, comfort, and encouragement in every phase of our college life. We shall always remember his enthusiasfic chapel talks about relig- ion, education, and politics. His interest in horses never lags, as is proved by his many additions to the stables. . . . Mrs. W. E. Martin. Dean of Girls, also directs the Home Department. Because of her charm, her dignity, and her understanding of our individual problems, she is an inspiration to every girl. As the first lady of Sullins , she commands our admiration and respect at all times. Dean D. L. Metts arranges our scholastic program for the year. He stimulates our desire for better Eng- lish by his effective teaching and his unlimited knowledge of this subject. He is greatly appreciated because of his high standards of scholarship, his frankness, and his keen sense of humor. Without Dean Metts, Sullins would not be the same . . . Mrs. D. L. Metts instructs the high-school girls in geometry and Latin. She encourages her students by her un- derstanding and patience. That she says little, but knows much, is well known to everyone at Sullins. Outside teaching hours, she devotes her time to read- ing, and to the interests of Dean Metts and Dan, Jr. Miss Virginia Benson is the personification of an ideal secretary. Her accomplishments as a business woman and her charming personality tend to inspire all our would-be secretaries. She is a sponsor of the Commercial Club, and her efficiency is conducive to expertness in the Commercial Department. . . . Miss Edith Sumter Blackwell brings to us, from her extensive trips abroad, an appreciation of finer art. Her spiritual insight and her knowledge of the Bible are very helpful to her students. Outside of class, she spends her time giving inspiring living pictures and enjoyable teas, and planning our Christmas tree for the poor children. Mrs. Virginia Colley Burns makes those long tire- some hours in the library pass swiftly. As assistant librarian, she is ever willing to offer helpful advice on our term papers and to make suggestions as to ould enjoy reading. Her friendli- disposition have made her a favor- us all. . . . Miss Imogene Claiborne is as dissecting a frog in the Biology lab as she working a problem in Trigonometry. Although is a member of the Executive Committee, as well as a teacher, she finds time to take her girls on bot- any tours of the campus. We admire her for her competence and sincerity. Page 58 Miss Isabelle Gemmell, a graduate of Sullins, as- sists Mr. Loomis in the Music Department. Her pa- tience and her ability are very helpful to the strug- gling beginner. It is with awe that we watch her nimble fingers flying over the keyboard, as she ac- companies Mr. Loomis in ensemble numbers or often- times plays alone. . . . Miss Eloise Granberry is our conception of the graceful, athletic type of woman. She is truly an expert player in both tennis and bad- minton, and we like to watch her, even though we cannot compete with her. She deserves much com- mendation for her assistance in planning the Mardi Gras program, the May Festival, and the Daisy Chain. Miss Jane Gregg, who was once a Sullins stu- dent, now teaches high-school Latin and history. As sponsor of the high school, she takes a keen interest in all its activities, giving unselfishly of her time and thought. She works for the good of her students, both individually and as a group. She is also a member of the Executive Committee. . . . Miss Bess Ava Guthrie will always be remembered, not only by her social science students, but also by the Jun- iors, whose class she sponsors. Her understanding and individual interest assure this remembrance. She is never too busy to listen to the opinions and complaints of each of us. Her untiring energy is another of her many assets. Mrs. Nona Bunn Hodge prepares many girls for careers in Interior Decoration and Costume Design. Under her supervision her students learn the finer points and technique of good art. It is under her thorough guidance that the art students decorate for Mardi Gras and other events. Mrs. Hodge is spon- sor of the Duo-Art Club. . . . Mrs. Nancy Carr Holmes sets a worthy goal for her high school students by her fluent French. Having a deep appreciation of French, she transmits her enthusiasm to the girls. She makes her classes pleasant and interesting, not only because of her method of teaching, but also be- cause of her patience and constant good humor. Mr. Frank Ingram is a new addition to the college faculty. His Spanish classes are both instructive and enjoyable because of his pleasant disposition. Despite his full schedule of teaching and his prep- arations for radio programs, he always has ample time to give to the disconsolate beginner. . . . Miss Margaret Johnson, head of the Secretarial Depart- ment, teaches bookkeeping, shorthand, and commer- cial law. Because of her thorough knowledge of these commercial subjects, and her accuracy and speed in taking dictation, she stimulates her students to greater effort. She is an efficient sponsor of the Commercial Club. Page 59 Miss Jane Jones, who came to us in the middle of last year as an assistant in the office and as an instructor for those beginning their work at midterm, is now a full-fledged member of the Secretarial De- partment. She teaches shorthand and typing to the beginners. Her d elightful sense of humor is acknowl- edged by everyone. . . . Miss Mary Kempe, the li- brarian, is never too occupied to help us look up the most difficult reference. She can tell us immedi- ately the location of any book we may ask for. She is vitally interested in everything connected with the library and can readily discuss the most recent books. Mrs. Tula Whorton Kinser has recently added housekeeping to her accomplishments. She plays many string instruments, but we are best acquainted with her performances on the violin. The programs given by the college orchestra, of which she is the director, are an example of her musical ability. She is also sponsor of the Clef-and-Staff Club and teach- er of Music History. . . . Mr. Lubin Leggette teaches freshman English, speech, and public speaking. Much of his time is spent in trying to rid the Souther- ners of their a ccent. Outside of class, he proves him- self extremely versatile by acting as light technician, Mexican dancer, and model for the life class in art. Mr. Clifford C. Loomis, director of the Music De- partment, teaches not only piano and organ but also harmony, theory, and music appreciation. His per- formances show his brilliancy as a musician, and the recitals in which his students appear exemplify his efficiency as an instructor. He instills in his pu- pils his own keen appreciation of fine music. . . . Mrs. Irma Baldwin Loomis impresses her students by her wide knowledge of botany and chemistry. Be- sides spending much time in the laboratory and in taking her classes on educational tours of the cam- pus, she also assists Mr. Loomis in preparation for his Vesper programs. Her interest in her students and her patience seem inexhaustible. Mrs. Harry Martin, with her expression and dra- matic art classes, supplies us with excellent plays and programs. Her interest in the individual, com- bined with her dynamic personality, makes her an outstanding character at Sullins. The Curry Club, under her excellent sponsorship, is one of the most active at Sullins. . . . Miss Margaret Mast teaches all classes of High School English. She has been very much interested this year in making her classroom most attractive and livable. She spends much of her time in the library, finding interesting and education- al topics to present to her classes. We enjoy her visits to our rooms for friendly chats. Page 60 Miss Ruth V. Milbrandt not only teaches English and American Literature and Junior English but also serves as a member of the Executive Committee, as Senior Class sponsor, and as adviser to the Sampler staff. We hold her in high esfeem lor her intellec- tual ability, her untiring patience, and her sincere interest in her students. . . . Miss Amanda Miller, by her students as well as faculty friends, has been call- ed one of the most intellectual women I ' ve ever known. She teaches history from the ancient to the modern, from the Stone Age to the New Deal. She has a wide knowledge of ofher things as well and is able to speak spontaneously on any subject. Mr. DeWitt P. Miller, through his constant and untiring efforts, presents his voice pupils in recitals we all enjoy. We are indebted to him for the beauti- ful vesper programs given by the Vested Choir of which he is the director. He is also director of the Chorus, which presents occasional programs, and of the community Messiah . . . . Miss Marion McAnel- ly. a charming new addition to the Home Economics Department, teaches cooking and home manage- ment. Her thorough knowledge and efficient instruc- tion better enable her students to become capable future home-makers. Her femininity and poise add much to her personality. Miss Louisa A. Nourse, teacher of general and commercial art, is a most talented artist. She is not- ed for beauty of composition and technique, which she ably transmits to her students. Her artistic ex- hibits are rare treats at which we observe her own work as well as the work of her students. She is sponsor of the Sky-Lite Art Club. . . . Miss Katherino Peebles ' petite stature, her long red hair, and her Bonjour make her quaking college French students self-confident. Her classes are interesting because she tells us so many fascinating tales of her trips to France. Her disposition contradicts the old saying that redheads have bad tempers. Miss Elizabeth Powell is an excellent instructor in piano. Having recently studied both in America and abroad, she is an invaluable addition to the Music Department. By her charming explanation of the compositions in her popular chapel programs, she has helped to make music intelligible to the least musical of us. . . . Miss Lottie Simmons efficiently manages the Domestic Art Department. Linder her supervision, the girls make such additions to their wardrobes as tailored suits, sport coats, and evening dresses. Because of her skillful guidance, her sew- ing classes are enjoyable as well as profitable. We all look forward to the Spring style show, given by her students. Page 61 Mrs. Marjorie Allen Smith is our new assistant in the Voice Department. Besides being an efficient and patient teacher, she possesses a pleasing con- tralto voice which contributes much to the Chorus and Choir programs. We enjoy her beautifully in- terpre ted solos in Vesper programs and on other oc- casions. . . . Miss Alice Dean Spalding displays her versatility in teaching hygiene, logic, child psychol- ogy, and practical and theoretical work of play- ground methods. Her erect posture. New England accent, and enviable sense of humor make her a distinguished lady at Sullins. Her energy and de- sire to obtain knowledge of all subjects are unlimited. Miss Marie Stevens has the ability to make the most frightened beginner feel at home on a horse. Under her supervision, we learn not only the princi- ples of correct riding but also the technicalities of equipment and attire. Her enthusiastic sponsorship has helped to make the Hoofprints Club one of the largest and most active organizations of Sullins. . . . Miss Harriet Stickles, the youngest member of the faculty, has proved herself an efficienf addition to the Physical Education Staff. As teacher of swim- ming, individual gym, and archery, she diligenfly strives to keep her students in trim . She often pays us friendly visits in our rooms. Miss Dorothy Turner is our petite piano teacher. Her charm, her even disposition, and her ability as an accompanist have made her a favorite with us all. She is to be commended for her assisfance not only in recitals. Vested Choir and Chorus programs, but also in Mardi Gras, May Day, and other special programs. . . . Miss Margaret Weber not only assists in Dr. Martin ' s office but also serves as adviser to the Reflector Staff. Added to her duties are teach- ing journalism and taking pictures. As field repre- sentative, Miss Weber will soon leave to visit the homes of prospective Sullins students. Miss Mary Alice Wingfield, instructor of dancing, has immediately and adequately taken her place among the members of the faculty. Her ability to teach as well as to dance is evident in her recital per- formances. She is largely responsible for efficiently training her students for the beautiful dance program given in Mardi Gras. . . . Miss Mary Luter Wright is a frequent visitor of Sullins, though she is a resident of Johnson City. She is instructor for the harp and is herself an accomplished harpist. When we hear pleasing and melodious strains coming from the Red Parlor, we pause to listen to Miss Wright ' s playing, Page 62 Miss Margaret Bushby is the new assistant in the Dancing Department. In addition to helping Miss Wingfield in her regular classes, she teaches the little tots who so completely won our hearts in Mardi Gras. Her joint recital with Miss Wingfield at the beginning of school exemplified her unusual talent. . . . Miss Margaret Byrd, a recent Sullins graduate, now assists Mrs. Hodge in Costume Design and In- terior Decoration. She inconspicuously helps the art students to capture some of her splendid tech- nique. With her able assistance in decorating for Mardi Gras, we were carried back to the days of old Vienna in the time of Strauss. Mrs. Helen Torbett Cooper assists in the Dance Department, playing accompaniments for classes in dancing as well as for programs. Not very many years ago she was a Sullins student, graduating in piano. Her support in Mardi Gras proved her in- terest and her ability as an accompanist. . . . Miss Ethel Dobyns is bookkeeper of Sullins College. It is to her that we take our railroad tickets and valuable jewelry for safekeeping. Her contagious laugh and her cheerful disposition add much to her sparkling personality. We love to stop by her office for a friendly chat. Miss Alla Horn, our dining-room hostess, may be seen daily at breakfast, lunch, and dinner, with her notebook in hand, checking our attendance at meals. She also assists in planning the attractive decora- tions for the birthday and special dinners, which we so thoroughly enjoy. . . . Miss Bertha Horn, our diet- itian, spends most of her time planning and super- vising the preparation of our meals. We do not know her so well as we should like. We do appreciate the good things she gives us at our regular meals and at special dinners and teas. Her pleasant smile en- dears her to all those who come in contact with her. Mrs. Ethel Johnston, dormitory supervisor of Sul- lins, helps us settle our household problems. Through her diligence and interest in the appearance of the school, we are always greeted with freshly-cut flow- ers. Mrs. Johnston enters enthusiastically into our social life and suggests desirable ways to spend our Saturday evenings. . . . Miss Alice Peavy accompan- ies Mrs. Boggess on her trips as field representa- tive. During her stay at school, she chaperones us on many pleasant week-end trips to Camp Sequoya. She makes the outings very enjoyable, because she enters into all our plans and seems to enjoy them as much as we do. Page 63 X % Mrs. Maude W. Boggess, known to us all as Aunt Maude , is always willing to listen to our prob- lems and to give us sound advice. She is the direc- tor of Camp Sequoya and a Sullins field represen- tative. Aunt Maude is a genial chaperon for our Sunday outings, and she adds much to their enjoy- ment. . . . Mrs. G. L. Robinson presides as ho.= itess over second floor, Junior Wing. She is so understand- ing and patient that she seems more like a mother to her girls than a chaperon. When we see her de- scending the stairs, preparatory to leaving for town, we might think a style show is in progress. We ad- mire her charming personality and sincerity. Mrs. Wharton Cheairs is the hostess to first floor. West Wing. Her interest in every student is to be admired. She maintains perfect order during study hall, giving her girls the opportunity of making the best of their advantages. Her unusual love of music is appreciated by all the music students. . . . Mrs. Fay Cuniff acts as hostess to third floor. Junior Wing. Her room, always open for discussions with her girls, is evidence of her Southern hospitality. She chap- erons many of our outings and week-end trips to other schools. She has often proved her willingness to cooperate with the girls in every way. From the moment we arrived at Sullins College last September and were greeted by Mrs. Robinson, we have come into intimate contact with the host- esses. They have done much to make our home life com- fortable and happy. To each of us, our floor hostess is a second mother. At any time of the day or night, we may seek her out and find a cordial welcome, whether we ask interest in our latest heart throb or admiration for the new dress mother has just sent us. They say good night to our dates — too early, we must admit — on Saturday and Sunday evenings. They chaperon us to dances at W. and L., V. P. I., and other colleges as well as on local outings with our dates. When we go to church on Sunday, they sit in the pew with us; and when we go to town on Monday, they wait in Bradley ' s or Bunting ' s to check with us. Though Mrs. Zachry is not a floor hostess, she is always ready to welcome us to the Hut and to plan varied recreation for us. Under her supervision, Marchaneil prepares grand things for us to eat be- tween meals and at our midnight feasts. Mrs. Boggess is not a chaperon in the dormitory either, but we think very much of her. There is no one on the campus kinder or more gracious than Aunt Maude . Page 64 Mrs. Walter Cowden is the charming and under- standing hostess of first floor, Junior Wing. She is usually found in the front office, where she efficiently supervises our phone calls and specials. She has endeared herself to us all by willingly answering our many questions. . . . Mrs. C. S. Jones, by her graciousness and sincerity, makes Senior Wing a delightful place to live. Her sense of justice, fair- ness, and sense of humor make her the perfect hostess. Having a wide knowledge of many sub- jects, she often helps us in our lessons. We shall always remember Mrs. Jones, especially for her Good night, young ladies. Miss Hattie Mae Wilkerson is the gracious host- ess of High-School Wing. She keeps order in a pleas- ing but firm way that wins the admiration of all her girls. No matter how difficult the problem presented may be, she always has a helpful solution. Miss Wilkerson ' s interest in the school is not strictly con- fined to the girls of the Academy. . . . Mrs. Kathryn Zachry adds much enjoyment and gaiety to our hours spent at the Hut. Her vivacious personality is cap- able of penetrating the gloomiest heart. Her Hello, little dahlin ' is a salutation we all look forward to. A ping-pong game between Mrs. Zachry and Mr. Leggette is a treat for everyone. No Senior is likely ever to forget her Senior Mo- ther, Mrs. Jones. Problems which we might ponder over and worry about for days and days are quickly and satisfactorily solved by Mrs. Jones, without the slightest apparent effort. We may attribute her understanding partly to the fact that she has two daughters who graduated from Sullins. She always seems very much interested in whatever we have to say, and she never fails to share our animation when we hear good news. Sometimes when she comes to our room during study hall, we can get her so engrossed in what we are talking about that she doesn ' t even realize the radio is on. These times are very rare, however, because she is so alert that not many things esca pe her notice. Mrs. Jones has a convincing way of making us realize our responsibilities. She tells us what is ex- pected of us in regard to behavior, and it never oc- curs to her that we would shirk in our duty. Her com- plete trust in us is an incentive for us to try to live up to her expectations. In later years when our thoughts turn back to our Senior year at Sullins, as, of course, they will often do, the thoughts of our home life will certainly be centered around our Senior Mother, and how, be- cause of her, our lives were made fuller and happier. Page 65 Above (top): Dean Mett? is alvrays ready to advise us about our courses; (bottom): Mr. Ingram drills the Spanish students in vocabulary. Below (left to right): Miss Gregg cheerfully helps Wylodine Potts interpret a difficult paragraph; Miss Claiborne and Rose- mary Gray work out a new problem in high school chemistry; Miss Nourse shows Marjorie Schwybold how to improve her painting. There are three hundred and eleven boarding stu- dents in Sullins College. In addition to these, there are thirty-five local students regularly enrolled in college and high-school courses, and a large num- ber of special students who come to college once or twice a week for lessons in music, art, expression dancing, and riding. During the first two or three days of the college year. Dean Metis registered the students. Each stu- dent, new or old, filed into the office, where the Dean advised her concerning her work and assisted her in selecting the courses leading to the diploma or cer- tificate she desired. A student working in the Academic Department is eligible for a diploma only. She may, however, work toward a special diploma in music, art, expression and dramatic art, secretarial studies, home econom- ics, or physical education. By fulfilling the requirements in her special de- partment but not the academic requirements, she may attain a certificate in any of the special subjects. A candidate for a certificate in music, for instance, does practically as much work in the music depart- ment as a candidate for the diploma in music. She does not, however, comply with the same academic requirements. The enrollment this year is the largest which has been recorded in the history of Sullins. Of the Col- lege departments, the largest registration is in the academic department, one hundred and ten students having enrolled for the General Diploma. Page 66 Of the fifty students enrolled in the Academy, many find their hardest struggles in history and chemistry. But these difficulties are soon ironed out with the assistance of Miss Gregg and Miss Clai- borne. The Art Department has thirty-eight applicants for diplomas in Interior Decoration, Costume Design, Commercial Art, and General Art. In addition to their regular studio work, the students in this de- partment have practical experience making posters for various events and painting decorations for our important dances and pageants. With two candidates for diplomas in Expression and Dramatic Art, five for certificates, and many specials, this department presents splendid plays and programs for our entertainment. In the Music Department, there are twelve girls enrolled for diplomas and three for certificates — five for diplomas and two for certificates in Voice; six for diplomas and one for certificate in Piano; and one for diploma in Organ. In addition to these, there are many other students who study some phase of music merely because they are interested in it. All the Voice students belong to the Chorus and many of them to the Vested Choir. Public appear- ances aid the students in acquiring poise and self- confidence. Mr. Loomis ' piano students practice diligently for their performances in the bi-weekly recitals and in the annual Ensemble, Concerto, and Symphony pro- grams. Students in violin not only add variety to the Above (top!: Mrs. Harry Martin hears Mildred Royster ' s latest reading; (bottom); Mr. Miller teaches Georgiana Me- WHIRTER to reach that high note. Below (left to right): Mrs. Hodge comments on Bettie Wool- ridge ' s work; Mr. Loomis criticises Kay Litton ' s technique after a recital; Mrs. Kinser gives Geneva Hoffman her violin lesson. Page 67 Above (top): Mr. Leggette makes a recording of Jean Fitch ' s speaking voice; (bottom); Miss Wingfield (left center), Margaret Bushby, and students in dancing pose in a graceful tableau. Below: (left to right): Miss Jones observes Lydia Stanford ' s typing; Miss McAnelly supervises Janet Smith ' s preparations to make a cake; Miss Simmons approves Audrey Buchanan ' s sewing. student recitals but also belong to the college orches- tra, which gives delightful performances throughout the year. Sullins College has recently established a studio for recording the voices of students in Speech. With the aid of the recording machine, students in Public Speaking and allied subjects learn not only to recog- nize and correct their faults in diction and enuncia- tion but also to observe their own progress. These students present interesting chapel programs, which clearly demonstrate their progress. The Department of Dancing is one of the most ac- tive in the college. The dancers ' ability and grace in folk, ballet, and modern dances are evident in the performances in the Mardi Gras and May pageants. The more practical-minded students — forty-six of them — study to become perfect secretaries with Miss Jones and other teachers in the Secretarial De- partment. Some of these business girls gain prac- tical experience assisting in the college office and mimeographing form letters to our parents and to the alumnae. There are thirty-three candidates for diplomas in the Home Economics Department, of whom two are specializing in Domestic Science and ten in Domestic Art. The students in Domestic Science give dinners and receptions throughout the year, thereby gaining experience in preparing and serving foods. Under Miss Simmons ' guidance, the students in Domestic Art make numerous attractive costumes which they Page 68 exhibit in the Spring style show. The Physical Education department has ten ap- plicants for a diploma. Under the direction of Miss Spalding, the students in this department learn not only how to play interesting games but also how to teach others to play them. Every student has occasion to make use of the well-equipped library. The English 12 students, for instance, spend many hours there doing research work for their term papers. When work is all finish- ed, the intriguing quiet of the library draws us there for hours of delightful reading and dreaming. In the tennis and badminton classes Miss Gran- berry gives individual instruction concerning strokes and posture. When bad weather prevents the use of the courts outside, classes are held in the gymnas- ium. In the Springtime, we all gaze wistfully out of the classroom windows, longing to study on the cam- pus. It is only the select few who are granted such an opportunity. Mrs. Loomis ' students, for instance, study botany first hand in the arboretum, where many wild flowers and shrubs have found a second home. The Reflector , our bi-weekly newspaper, gives the students in Journalism actual practice in editing a newspaper. The Reflector is sponsored by Miss Weber, instructor in Journalism. Membership on the staff is not limited to students in Journalism, but is open to other students interested in journalistic work. Above (top): Miss Spalding teaches the Physical Education majors a new game; (bottom): Mrs. Burns and Marjorie Ann Hayes confer about a book to be read in preparing that term paper. Below (left to right): Miss Cranberry criticises Doris Whit- taker ' s serve; Mrs. Loomis teaches a group of science students in the arboretum; Miss Weber and Martha Dunson plan the next issue of the Reflector . Page G9 Mrs. Baskervill — Our Friend. None of us will ever forget Mrs. Janie McTyeire Baskervill, for she radiates the high ideals which she desires to implant in the hearts and minds of the girls. As Social Director, she assists in planning special events which add interest and variety to our college life. A visit to her unique sitting-room, with its histori- cal documents, rare furniture, Chinese vases, and Oriental rugs, is a delightful adventure. The girls visit her apartment not only to see her many interesting possessions but also to hear her tell of interesting personal experiences, of noted acquain- tances, and of the Sullins that used to be. Mrs. Baskervill knows a great deal about most things and something about everything. No matter how remote the topic we wish to discuss, or how difficult the problem we wish solved, she never fails to offer instructive and helpful advice. Her chapel talks on various subjects are both entertaining and inspirational. A familiar sight to all Sullins girls is Mrs. Baskervill standing on the platform with her small glass of water on the lectern. We may write much of this versatile lady, who has been a vital part of our life at Sullins, but we cannot characterize her better than does the poem written by a former Sullins student: Whenever you ' re in trouble, Whenever you ' re in doubt, There ' s always some one ready to help you out. She ' ll help you from the first day Straight on to the end. Her name is Mrs. Baskervill, But we girls call her OUR FRIEND. Page 70 erv H ' X ' .nosivi; u. -%«y B 8 9 ' 19 14 15 16 ' 20212‘ 23 . 9 « •II t t ♦ « « % 4 • 4 ft i 4 . t % 4 ft Staff of From their very first meeting the members of the Sampler 1940 staff were determined to produce an annual equal to Samplers 1938 and 1939, which were not only acclaimed by Sullins students but also awarded superior ratings among Junior College an- nuals — Medalist Honors by the Columbia Scholastic Press Association, and All-American Honors by the National Scholastic Press Association. Opal Skaggs as editor-in-chief planned the book and attended to the thousand other details involved in publishing an annual. Mary Lou Becker, business manager, collected class assessments and attended to all financial matters. Adelaide Lawler was always among those pres- ent at college events so that she could put real in- terest into Her Diary . In her witty way, Florence Miller wrote the interesting personalities and her hours and her days . She also made the little sketches. Terry Wessels, photograph editor, was particu- larly busy in the Fall making appointments with Mr. Hutcheson and seeing that students kept those ap- pointments. She also checked and returned proofs. In compiling material for Her Notebook , Marguer- ite McNeal, faculty and administration editor, not only became better acquainted with members of the faculty but also gathered statistics about the work the students are doing. As class editors, Nancy Peebles and Rowena At Left (top to bottom): Opal takes her problems seriously as she writes the foreword and the dedication; Dorothy Lee sketches the division pages; Mary Dulin composes captions for the club pictures. At Bottom (left to right): Terry checks over and identifies the photographs for Her Album ; Florence types the copy for Her Scrapbook ; Nancy Dixon computes athletic scores and plans the athletics section. Page 74 Sampler Woods collected and approved Senior snapshots, wrote all the Senior summaries, and edited the other material for Her Album . Dorothy Lee Ours, art editor, made the sketches for the opening section and for the division and sub- division pages. Elsie Lou Robinson, make-up editor, demonstrated her artistic ability in planning the lay- outs of the various sections. Mary Dulin Russell, organizations editor, arrang- ed for pictures of club officers and club activities. She assembled membership lists and pertinent facts about all organizations. Nancy Dixon, athletics ed- itor, spent much of her time in the gym and on the athletic field gathering data concerning activities, scores, and championships. It takes courage and persistence to make a suc- cess as advertising managers, but Mildred Royster and Betty Robertson accomplished it. It has been their problem to solicit the patronage of the business men who have made the Sampler financially pos- sible. The staff members as a whole are indebted to Miss Ruth V. Milbrandt, sponsor, for her assistance in editing the Sampler. Her wealth of experience facilitated the work of the various editors so that many mistakes were avoided, and effort could be put on worthwhile endeavors. At Right (top to bottom): Mary Lou receives the first assess- ment from Alice Callender; Marguerite decides just which pic- tures will be most attractive in Her Notebook : Rowena finish- es typing the copy for Her Album as Nancy Peebles sighs finis . At Bottom (left to right): Adelaide edits copy for Her Diary , counting the lines so that they will fit the space; Elsie Lou solves problems galore in laying out the pages of Sampler 1940; Mildred and Betty are on their way to Bristol to get more advertising contracts. Page 75 The Reflector Staff Left to Right: Hudgens, Saal, Miss Weber, Dunson, Willett, Lyman, Young. The Reflector editors plan another issue. While the news of this changing world colors the pages of metropolitan newspapers from coast to coast, the Sullins College student finds her activities just as exciting and interesting as any depicted in the large publications. At Sullins the Reflector relays the major events of the college with headlines and action pictures accompanying the stories. The Reflector gives the students an opportunity to put into practice the principles they learn in the study of journalism. The staff is largely — though not entirely — composed of members of the journalism class. Its members gain a wealth of experience in writing and editing news stories and in financing the newspaper. Martha Dunson, editor-in-chief, writes most of the editorials, makes up the paper, plans headlines, and edits many of the news stories. Gloriana Willett, assistant editor, writes stories and articles in addition to assisting the editor in all her work. Eloise Young, circulation manager, sees that we get our papers as soon as they come from the printer. Gloria Saal and Peggy Hudgens, business man- ager and assistant business manager, take care of the finances of the publication. They solicit adver- tising from the merchants in Bristol as well as super- vise the financial end of dances and other projects. Alice Lyman must keep in touch with the alum- nae of Sullins and record their interesting activities and experiences. Her work also includes feature stories and the columns Chapel Chimes and P ' s and O ' s . When special editions come out with unusual sketches and novelty designs, we know that Elinore Matheson has been working hard to achieve perfec- tion in journalistic art. The reporters on the Reflector staff are news and gossip getters. Although they place the empha- sis on the more serious news of the campus, they are also allergic to bits of gossip about Susie ' s trip to the dance at Washington and Lee or about her latest local date. The 1939- ' 40 snoopers are Mary Capertcn Banks, Mary Lou Becker, Charlotte Blanchard, Le- titia Haney, Jeanne Smith, Jojean Smith, and Mary Sumners. Miss Margaret Weber, instructor in journalism, supervises the work on the Reflector and trains the staff members in their respective duties. The Reflector is a member of the Virginia Inter- collegiate Press Association, the Associated Collegi- ate Press, and the Columbia Scholastic Press Asso- ciation. Martha Dunson represented the Reflector at the Associated Collegiate Press Convention held in Des Moines, Iowa, October 26-28. She was accompanied by Mary Lou Becker, who represented Sampler 1940. At the thirteenth annual convention of the Vir- ginia Intercollegiate Press Association, held in Wash- ington, D. C., November 10-11, 1939, Gloria Saal was appointed a member of the executive committee for 1940- ' 41. At the sixteenth annual convention of the Colum- bia Scholastic Press Association, held in New York City in March, the Reflector was awarded third place among junior college newspapers. Gloriana Willett and Elinore Matheson were the official representatives of the Reflector at this con- vention. The members of the Reflector staff work hard to get the paper in before the deadline. Page 76 The Student Council The members of the Student Council meet with the members of the Faculty Executive Committee to consider problems of discipline and other matters of interest to the students. Each class selects representatives to the Council — the Seniors five, the Juniors three, and the Acad- emy two. The president is chosen from among the Senior representatives, and the secretary from among the Junior representatives. Goethe once said, The best of all governments is the one that teaches us to govern ourselves. The statement certainly may be applied to our own Stu- dent Council. Any problems that are of school-wide importance are taken up before the Council, where the students as well as the members of the faculty may voice their opinion. The Council holds its regular meetings on Tues- day evenings in Miss Blackwell ' s classroom, and as a medium of understanding between the faculty and the students, it carries out its numerous func- tions. The president of the Council is also president of the student body. In this capacity she, with an ad- visory committee composed of the class officers and sponsors, plans and makes arrangements for such all-college events as proms. Dorothy Jackson, for instance, is general chair- man of this year ' s proms to be held on Saturday Back Row (left to right): Davies, Peterson, Dale, Paty, Jackson, Owens. Front Row: Simrall, Davis, Robertson, Dos- ser. The Council meets informally on the campus. Standing (left to right); Paty, Dale, Owens, Simmons. Seat- ed: Peterson, Dosser, Robertson, Wessels, Jackson, Simrall. The Student Council meets regularly in Miss Blackwell ' s classroom. afternoon and evening, April 27. Julia Peterson is chairman of the finance committee; Betty Robertson, of the decoration committee; Peggy Dosser, of the program and bids committee; and Norma Owens, of the figure committee. The Student Council serves also as a clearing- house for all misdemeanors. Students who fail to abide by the regulations are invited to appear be- fore the joint meetings of the Student Council and the Faculty Committee. Dorothy Jackson, Peggy Dosser, Julia Peterson, Betty Robertson, Terry Wessels (first semester), and Gwendolyn Davies (second semester) are the Senior representatives on the Council. Norma Owens, Page Simrall, Ruth Simmons (first semester), and Betty Rae Davis (second semester) are Junior representatives; and Jo Anne Paty and Betsy Da le, Academy representatives. Dorothy Jackson is president, and Page Simrall is secretary. Dorothy was elected temporary chairman of the student body in the student elections last Spring, and president in the Fall elections. Page was chosen from among the Junior Representatives by her fellow- members on the Council. The members of the Faculty Executive Committee are Dr. W. E. Martin; Mrs. Martin; Dean D. L. Metis; Miss Edith S. Blackwell; Miss Ruth V. Milbrandt, Senior class sponsor; Miss Bess A. Guthrie, Junior class sponsor; Miss Jane Gregg, Academy sponsor; Miss Imogene Claiborne; and Miss Eloise Cranberry. Page 77 The Curry Club Back Row (left to right): Davis, Bradsher, Martin. Front R ow: Royster, Isbell, Denny, Byrd. The Curry Club officers enjoy the Spring sunshine. The Curry Club is composed of the students in Expression and Dramati c Art. Under the direction of Mrs. Harry Hood Martin, the members present a number of plays during the year. They also present programs in observance of special occasions, such as Armistice Day and Colum- bus Day, as well as other programs. On October 14, before they settled down to the serious work of the year, the members of the club enjoyed a picnic at Abrams Falls. Riding out in the truck, they explored the falls and the surrounding hills before cooking hamburgers over the camp fire. Later they sat around the fire and sang familiar songs. On November 16, members of the club presented Remember the Day , a three-act play by Philo Hig- ley and Philip Dunning. In this play the leading parts were taken by Mildred Royster as Nora Trinell, the young schoolteacher; Nancy Dixon as Dewey Roberts, the seventh-grade leader; and Melba Isbell as Dewey ' s mother. These players were ably sup- ported by a large cast. The York Nativity , a miracle play based on the York Cycle, was presented by the Curry Club on December 7. Mary, the mother of Jesus, was played by Mildred Rcyster; Joseph, by Ann Davis; Herod, by Melba Isbell; and the Angel Gabriel by Frances Cundell. Other members of the club took the parts of the shepherds, the wise men, and the members of Herod ' s court. On March 17, the Curry Club presented The Other Apostles at the Sunday vesper service. In this one-act play, Margaret Crenshaw interpreted the part of Lucius, a Roman captain, and Melba Isbell that of Judas Iscariot. The other Roman soldiers were portrayed by Frances Denny, Evelyn Ann Bradsher, Katherine King, Marianne Moses, and Ann Davis. The Two Crowns , the Commencement play, will be presented on May 25. In this play, Melba Isbell will portray Oueen Elizabeth and Mild red Roy- ster will interpret the role of Mary, Oueen of Scots. The members of the Curry Club are Martha Bengt- son, Marjorie Biard, Evelyn Ann Bradsher, Margaret Bushby, Mildred Byrd, Grace Carroll, Margaret Cren- shaw, Ann Davis, Frances Denny, Nancy Dixon, Evelyn Friedman, Marjorie Haas. Melba Isbell, Jean Kimball, Katherine King, Ade- laide Lawler, Betty Lias, Alice Lyman, Marilyn Mar- shall, Mary Kathleen Martin, Marianne Moses, Ed- warda Peine, Carol Phipps, Frances Piper, Margaret Ann Ramsey, Lillie Raney. Margaret Ranson, Judy Ritter, Mildred Royster, Martha Salter, Shirley Short, Marjorie Smith, Phyllis Stevenson, Virginia Sutton, Barbara Warren, Virginia Wilson. Melba Isbell is president; Mildred Royster, sec- retary; Evelyn Ann Bradsher, treasurer; Frances Denny, activities chairman; Ann Davis, Mildred Byrd, and Mary Kathleen Martin, critics. Mrs. Harry Mar- tin is sponsor of the Curry Club. The Expression class has an informal meeting at Mrs. Harry ' s. Page 78 The Clef-and-Staff Club The purpose of the Clef-and-Staff Club is to pro- mote interest in music, to give the orchestra a defi- nite place in college life, to prepare musical enter- tainment and recreation for the students, and to en- courage friendships among music lovers. In accordance with these aims, the club members have enjoyed many program parties, at which they have played solos and group numbers for one an- other. The orchestra plays at Mardi Gras, at birthday dinners, and at other college entertainments. On De- cember 12, the members appeared in a formal recital. The members of the Clef-and-Staff Club are June Allen, Anneva French, Ruth Higginbotham, Helen Jo Mills, Barbara Palkes, and Betty Peters, first violins. Cora Baldwin, Alma Lee Clear, Louise Findlay, Ballard French, and Geneva Hoffman, second violins; Betty Robertson, ' cello. Jean Ann Hoffman, Alice Peavy, Ruth Simmons, and Edith Simpkins, E flat saxophones; Jane Allen Wolf, trumpet; Betty Akers and Patsy Parker, piano accordions; Cornelia Rowley, keyed harmonica. Barbara Fletcher, guitar; Mary Catherine Pritch- ard, Mildred Royster, Jean Scupham, and Marjorie Smith, percussion instruments; Jean Anderson, xylo- phone; Julia Raney, piano; and Dorothy Turner, or- gan. Left to Right: Litton, Akers, Webster, Hoffman. The Clef-and-Staff Club officers meet in the Red Parlor to plan an entertainment. Kathleen Litton is president; Juanita Webster, vice-president; Geneva Hoffman, secretary; and Vir- ginia Akers, treasurer. Mrs. Tula Whorton Kinser is sponsor of the Clef-and-Staff Club and director of the orchestra. Left to Right: Anderson, Scupham, Smith, Pritchard, Royster, A. French, Palkes, B. French, Wolfe, Peters, Mills, Hig- ginbotham, Akers, Fletcher, Robertson, J. Hoffman, Simmons, Simpkins, Rowley, G. Hoffman, Baldwin, Allen, Findlay, Raney, Mrs. Kinser. The Orchestra gave a program before the Christmas holidays. Page 79 i The Chorus The Chorus includes not only students of voice but all students interested in group singing. The members meet regularly on Thursday evenings for rehearsal. It is always a great delight to the Sullins stu- dents when the announcement is made that the Chorus is to sing. Its interpretation of Beautiful Dreamer , Italian Street Song , and the Blue Dan- ube stirs the hearts of the most critical audience. The Chorus takes part in many programs given at Sullins as well as in neighboring communities. Mem- bers of the Chorus sing in the annual community presentation of the Messiah , which is given, under the direction of Mr. Dewitt P. Miller, in both Bristol and Johnson City. Elizabeth Farquhar, Adelaide Lawler, and Mrs. Lyle Smith were soloists in the 1939 presentation of the Messiah . Just before the Christmas holidays, members of the Chorus join with the members of the Vested Choir in presenting a beautiful candle-light service of Christmas carols. The Chorus also sings at sucTi events as the Mardi Gras pageant and the May Festival. In the 1940 Mardi Gras performance, the Chorus sang Tales from the Vienna Woods . We are all looking forward to April 20, when the members of the Chorus will appear in a recital. The sopranos in the Chorus are Mary Caperton Banks, Charlotte Blanchard, Emily Bourne, Sara Clements, Jean Cowden, Anne Evarts, Jane Greer, Covella Houchens, Carolyn Hughes, Melba Isbell. Mary Kathleen Martin, Doris Mossbarger, Mar- guerite McNeal, Nancy Peebles, Joan Ray, Cornelia Rowley, Virginia Sutton, Audrey Thompson, Freda Vaught, Juanita Webster, and Charlene Young. The altos are Martha Bengtson, Peggy Dosser, Elizabeth Farquhar, Eleanor Frazier, Catherine Gilli- land, Gloria Goldstein, Virginia Higgins, Adelaide Lawler, Elinore Matheson. Georgiana Mewhirter, Obie McKenzie, Martha Oursler, Jane Riggs, Betty Robertson, Mrs. Lyle Smith, Mary Catherine Sullins, and Gloriana Willett. Mr. DeWitt P. Miller is director of the Chorus. Miss Dorothy Turner and Miss Elizabeth Powell are accompanists. Back Row (left to right): McNeal, Rowley, Hughes, Ray, Willett, Blanchard, Clements, Young, Riggs, Farquhar, Dosser, Lawler, Sullins, Robertson, Bengtson, Mewhirter, Frazier. Front Row: Peebles, Webster, Evarts, Houchens, McKenzie, Mossbarger, Vaught, Banks, Bourne, Higgins, Matheson, Sutton, Gilliland, Goldstein, Cowden. The Chorus appears in various programs during the year. Page 80 The Vested Choir Left to Right: Webster, Evarts, Bourne, McNeal, Young, Lawler, Robertson, Willett, Higgins, Gilliland, Mrs. Smith, Ray, Sullins, Dosser, Farquhar, Mewhirter, Goldstein. The Vested Choir sings at Sunday vesper services. The Vested Choir is a vital part of life at Sullins, for it provides the beautiful music which is so im- portant an element in our Sunday vesper service. Membership in the Choir is limited to students of voice. In singing with the Choir, they acquire inval- uable experience in group singing and in the inter- pretation of sacred music. Two of the songs that we shall always associate with the Vested Choir are the processional, Holy, Holy, Holy and that most popular of recessionals, Day Is Dying in the West . The Choir does not limit itself to the Sunday vesper service, for it is much in demand, on special occasions in the college and in Bristol as well as in nearby communities. Early last fall, for instance, it was invited to give a program for the Stonega Lodge in Big Stone Gap. The members of the Choir look back on that week- end trip as one cf the highlights in their college year. Shortly before the Christmas holidays members of the Vested Choir and of the Chorus joined in a program of Christmas carols. The following num- bers were sung antiphonally: O, Little Town of Bethlehem Redner Lo, A Voice to Heaven Sounding Bartniansky The First Nowell Traditional Jesu Bambino „ _ _ . Yon Elizabeth Farquhar, Soloist Joy to the World Handel Jesu, Thou Dear Babe Divine. Dickinson Adoration of the Shepherds - Schendter While Shepherds Watched Their Flocks - - - - _ .... Old English Christmas Lullaby Warren Hark, the Herald Angels Sing Mendelssohn O Holy Night . Adams Silent Night . Gruber The Vested Choir sang at the evening service of State Street M. E. Church on February 11. The pro- gram included Oh, Father of Mercy ( Chruschman) and Ave Verum (Gounod). On March 11, the Choir sang at King College. Emily Bourne, Anne Evarts, Covella Houchens, Marguerite McNeal, Juanita Webster, and Charlene Young are the first sopranos in the Vested Choir. Catherine Gilliland, Virginia Higgins, Adelaide Lawler, Betty Robertson, and Gloriana Willett are second sopranos. Peggy Dosser, Joan Ray, Mrs. Lyle Smith, and Mary Catherine Sullins are first altos; Elizabeth Far- quhar, Gloria Goldstein, and Georgiana Mewhirter are second altos. Mr. DeWitt P. Miller is director of the Vested Choir; Mr. Clifford C. Loomis is organist; and Mrs. Tula Whorton Kinser is violinist. Page 81 The Sky-Lite Art Club Left to Right: Kenyon, Heeman, Burdette, Robertson. The Sky-Lite officers pose against an artistic background. The Sky-Lite Art Club is composed of the stu- dents in General Art and in Commercial Art. All members of these classes are eligible for membership in the club. Though the Sky-Lite Art Club is mainly a social organization, the members find their chief interest in various forms of art. In the Fall and Spring we often see them on the campus sketching the many beautiful scenes, or in the studio hard at work on some project. We might even have seen Dorothy Lee Ours, art editor of the Sampler, working in her own little corner of the studio on the sketches which decorate our book. If we dropped into the studio on Saturday even- ing, however, we should be more likely to see them making fudge or engaging in some mirth-provoking contest. This year the members of the Sky-Lite Art Club decided that the walls of the studio were not attrac- tive as backgrounds for their work. So they repaint- ed the studio in French grey. The club has also bought some attractive figurines and busts for still- life studies. One of the main projects of the Sky-Lite Art Club, as of the Duo-Art Club, is the exhibit the members give in the Spring. The girls display all the work they have done during the year, and every one at Sullins, and the Commencement visitors, crowd into the studios to see the many interesting examples of work in the departments. Members of the Sky-Lite Art Club will exhibit work in water colors, charcoal, pen and ink, and oils. This work will include drawings from casts, draw- ings from still life and from life, and landscapes. The members who are specializing in Commercial Art will also display various designs in lettering, advertising posters, and fashion advertising. The members of the Sky-Lite Art Club are Cora Baldwin, Emily Bourne, Jeanne Burdette, Ann Cant- well, Golden Cantwell, Shirley Collins, Sara Lou Dunagan, Janet Heeman, Mary Herman, Charlotte Hines, Carolyn Hughes, Lucille Kenyon, Mary Clay Leiper. Doris Mossbarger, Jean McIntosh, Jane McQueen, Dorothy Ours, Jane Overstreet, Betty Robertson, Elsie Lou Robinson, Marjorie Schwybold, Eleanor Schert- zer, Parke Shields, Kathryne Speyer, Jean Willson. Lucille Kenyon is president; Jeanne Burdette, vice-president; Janet Heeman, secretary; and Betty Robertson, treasurer. Miss Louisa A. Nourse is spon- sor of the Sky-Lite Art Club. Members of the class in General Art draw from still life. Page 82 The Duo-Art Club The Duo-Art Club gets its name from the fact that it includes students in both Costume Design and In- terior Decoration. In addition to their regular art work, the members work on various projects, make field trips, and sponsor many parties. One of their most notable projects is the decora- tion of the gym and the dining-room for the Mardi Gras pageant and ball. This year their work sur- passed the work of other years in its beautiful rep- resentation of a scene near Vienna. Another of their projects was the making of pro- grams and window cards for Society Day, an event sponsored by the Blue Stocking Club, a Bristol char- itable organization. The Club has a very interesting collection of dolls in its studio museum. These dolls, dressed in period costume, serve as models for the students in Costume Design. On Thursday afternoon, October 5, Mrs. Hodge entertained the members of the club at a tea at her home on Holston Avenue. Since that time, they have entertained at many studio teas. On Saturday night, October 21, the club sponsor- ed a skirt-and-sweater hop in the college gymnas- ium. Hallowe ' en decorations were featured. Black cats on alley fences decorated the walls, and witches on broomsticks flew overhead. Field trips have been made to homes in Bristol and Kingsport. The club is also planning to make a trip this Spring to the Vanderbilt estate in Ashe- ville and another to representative colonial homes in and near historic Williamsburg, Virginia. Members of the class in Costume Design sketch from life. Left to Right: Leiper, Ingalls, Robinson, Enloe, Shields. The Duo-Art officers seek new ideas. The members of the Duo-Art Club are Betty Akers, Dorothea Akerstrom, Ann Allen, Gloria Amberson, Cora Baldwin, Mary Lou Becker, Ann Brooks, Audrey Buchanan, Suzanne Bunn, Isabel Christensen, Ona Comer. Evelyn Eggert, Kathryn Enloe, Joyce Estes, Sybil Ford, Gloria Goldstein, Mary Frances Haesloop, Mil- dred Hailey, Eleanor Hedges, Mary Frances Hicks, Mary Elizabeth Hinson, Christine Holloway. Jacqueline Horn, Doris Huffman, Carolyn Hughes, Jeanette Hyde, Lois Ruth Ingalls, Mary Frances Johnston, Christine Jobe, Lucy Landrum, Betty Legg, Mary Clay Leiper, Elinore Matheson. Betty Lou Martin, Audrey Mills, Virginia McGuire, Betty Myers, Mary Patterson, Jean Phillips, Frances Pounds, Margaret Ranson, Margaret Rothberger, Bet- ty Robertson, Elsie Lou Robinson, Juanita Ross. Margaret Scribner, Parke Shields, Sallie Smedley, Mary Madison Smith, Kathryne Speyer, Marilyn Spinks, Doris Tedder, Marion Trosk, Mary Lucille Wicker, Mary Ann Widney, Honto Winder, Bettie Woolridge. Elsie Lou Robinson is president; Lois Ruth Ingalls, vice-president; Parke Shields, secretary; Mary Clay Leiper, treasurer; and Kathryn Enloe, reporter. Mrs. Nona Bunn Hodge and Miss Margaret Byrd are spon- sors. Page 83 The Home Economics Club Left to Right: Craig, Rucker, Simmons, Wright. The officers of the Home Economics Club rest from their many duties. The Home Economics Club is, perhaps, the most envied club on the Sullins campus. Those delicious and tantalizing odors that float through the halls of East Wing tempt many to seek a hand out from the Home Ec lab. Then comes the Spring style show. The girls model their own dresses, while the other students look on, wishing that they had this dress or that suit. Throughout the year, the members give lunch- eons and dinners, at which the girls take turns serv- ing as maids, guests, and hostesses. In the Fall, the Senior members of the club gave a get-acquainted party for the new students in the organization. This Spring, the Junior members will be hostesses at a formal tea honoring the Senior members. Other guests will include the other col- lege Seniors and the members of the faculty. On December 8, the Seniors in Foods gave a formal dinner for the members of the Faculty Execu- tive Committee. The club held an exhibit of projects in both Foods and Clothing on December 13. In the clothing lab- oratory suits and dresses made by members of the clothing classes were on display. In the Foods lab- oratory a wide variety of cakes and candies attract- ed the guests. In Commencement Week, another exhibit will be held. At this time, the members of the clothing class- es will exhibit the clothing they have made during the year. The classes in foods will demonstrate their ability by preparing and serving dainty refreshments. The members of the Home Economics Club do not limit themselves to cooking in the laboratory; they frequently slip away for a picnic at the lake or elsewhere. The members of the Home Economics Club are Mary Alcorn, Gladys Atkinson, Dorothy Baker, Mary Caperton Banks, Ann Brooks, Ruth Brown, Audrey Buchanan, Mildred Byrd, Betty Carroll, Marjorie Chambers, Jo Ann Collyer, Margaret Craig, Louise Crumpler, Ann Davis, Adelaide Dixon, Beatrice Em- blen. Harriet Fiske, Betty Sue Goforth, Margaret Haynes, Jane Heibel, Marjorie Hewitt, Sarah Hoover, Jac- queline Horn, Peggy Hudgens, Carolyn Hughes, Eleanor Hedges, Betty Kirkpatrick, Betty Lou Martin, Elinore Matheson, Jane Matton. Reinette Meadors, Audrey Mills, Jane Minton, Mary Ann Morison, Betty McAdams, Jane McCul- lough, Patricia McDowell, Betty McQueen, Katherine Nall, Hazel Peace, Lema Ann Pearson, Julia Peter- son, Cinda Lou Powell. Jane Riggs, Catherine Rucker, Henri Ellen Sam- mons, Alynne Settles, Joan Shallenberger, Margaret Short, Ruth Simmons, Janet Smith, Mary Louise Smith, Roberta Spidel, Marjorie Stuckeman, Mary Catherine Sullins, Doris Tedder, Jane Williams, Mary Semmes Wright. Catherine Rucker is president; Ruth Simmons, vice-president; Mary Semmes Wright, secretary; and Margaret Craig, treasurer. Miss Lottie Simmons and Miss Marion McAnelly are sponsors. Members of the Home Economics Club enjoy many picnic s — preparing their own food, of course. Page 84 The Science Club One of the greatest delights in the life of a Sul- lins science student is to receive a note stating that she has been elected to membership in the Science Club. To be chosen a member of this organization, the student must make an average of B in biology, botany, or chemistry. After her initiation, she wears the skulTand-crossbones pin with just pride. The Science Club seeks to develop the student ' s interest in science, particularly as it affects her own life. Many of the club programs are devoted to dis- cussions of scientific methcds and discoveries. Some of these discussions are illustrated by experiments. On Monday, January 22, the members of the Science Club were hostesses to the East Tennessee Chapter of the American Chemical Society. After dinner, served in the college dining-room, the group moved to the chapel, where Dr. Colin G. Fink, head of the department of electro-chemistry at Columbia University, discussed Chemistry and Art . The life of a member of the club is not all science, however, for the club began the college year with a picnic in honor of the new science students at Crystal Lake on October 7. The members of the club enjoy many outdoor activities in the Fall and the Spring. One of their outdoor projects is the Sullins arbor- etum, where one may find not only an interesting variety of shurbs and trees but also a large number of rare wild flowers. The members of the club are looking forward to Science Day, at which time they will sponsor a chap- el program suggestive of Spring. On Thursday of Commencement Week, they will hold an exhibit in Science Club programs include demonstrations of scientific experiments. Seated (left to right); Rogers, Dixon, Denny. Standing: Skaggs. The Science Club officers pause to have their picture taken. the science laboratories. The members of the Science Club are Virginia Akers, Elizabeth Ambrister, Edward Archibald, Mar- jorie Asquith, Ophelia Bass, Martha Bengtson, Emily Bourne, Mary Catherine Brown, Virginia Burton. Alice Callender, Virginia Cecil, Jane Cowen, Eliz- abeth Crozier, Betty Rae Davis, Frances Denny, Jean Doverspike, Anne Evarts, Jeanne Fitch, Jane Greer, Marjorie Ann Hayes, Margaret Haynes. Mary Herman, Virginia Higgins, Peggy Hudgens, Marjorie Keene, Katherine King, Frances Loving, Mary Kathleen Martin, Georgiana Mewhirter, Bettie Middleton, Jane Minton, Mary Ann Mitchell, Norma Owens. Martha Oursler, Nancy Peebles, Julia Peterson, Frances Qualls, Margaret Ann Ramsey, Judy Ritter, Janet Rogers, Mary Dulin Russell, Nancy Schnerr, Shirley Short, Edith Simpkins, Opal Skaggs, Jojean Smith, Alice Steadman. Phyllis Stevenson, Roberta Lou Stevenson, Mar- jorie Stuckeman, Mary Catherine Sullins, Mary Eliz- abeth Sweatt, Mary Lucille Wicker, Jean C. Willson, Jeanne Wilson, Dorothy Witherspoon, Josephine Wren, Eloise Young. Nancy Dixon is president; Frances Denny, vice- president; Janet Rogers, secretary; and Opal Skaggs, treasurer. Mrs. Clifford C. Loomis and Miss Imogene Claiborne are sponsors. Pcjge 85 The Villagers ' Club Left to Right: Moody, Morison, McClellan. The Villagers ' Club officers pose for a picture. Bristol has a very good representation in the day students who attend Sullins. They prefer to be known as the Villagers. Their club is wholly social, its purpose being to help them know one another better. The club-room, located on the ground floor of the main building, has recently been redecorated. New maple furniture has added much to the beauty and the comfort of the room. Now the girls are planning to put up Venetian blinds. On December 9, the Villagers sponsored the Christmas dance, which every one considered one of the best of the year. The decorations were in keeping with the holiday season. Gaily lighted Christmas trees adorned each corner of the gymnasium. The guests danced in a soft blue light to music provided by Jimmy Living- ston ' s orchestra. In our network of departments at Sullins, the mem- bers of the Villagers ' Club are found taking part in all activities and organizations- literary, artistic, and social. Katherine King takes part in the Curry Club plays; dances in Mardi Gras, May Day, and recital pro- grams; and plays in music recitals. Ruth Bachman also plays in student recitals, and so does Sue Dunlap. Betty Bradley is secretary of the Commercial Club; and Wini Moody ' s aid was invaluable in getting out the Academy issue of the Reflector . Mary Ann Mitchell assists at the Hut, and Mary Ann Morison will be a member of the May Court. The Villagers always co-operate with Miss Black- well and the boarding students in caring for the un- der-privileged children at Christmas time. Among the members of the Villagers ' Club who will receive diplomas and certificates at Commence- ment are Mary Ann Mitchell, general diploma; Eliz- abeth Akers, diploma in interior decoration; Ruth Bachman, diploma in organ. Ruih McClellan, diploma in secretarial studies; Marion Richard, diploma in secretarial studies; Dor- othy Shankel, diploma in secretarial studies; Mary Ann Morison, diploma in domestic science. Christine Jobe, diploma in stenography; Chris- tine Holloway, certificate in costume design; Kath- erine King, certificate in expression and dramatic art; Ruth McClellan, certificate in secretarial studies; and Winifred Moody, high school diploma. The members of the Villagers ' Club are Betty Akers, Ruth Bachman, Cora Baldwin, Betty Bradley, Dorothy Baker, Virginia Burton, Rachel Canter, Anne Cantwell, Golden Cantwell. Virginia Cecil, Alm_a Clear, Juanita Cross, Sue Dunlap, Gaynelle Fleenor, Pauline Glover, Adelaide Hargrave, Carolyn Huntsman, Christine Jobe, Sally Jo Kilgore, Virginia King, Betty McClellan. Ruth McClellan, Mary Ann Mitchell, Wini Moody, Mary Ann Morison, Irma Opitz, Mary John Palmer, Marion Richard, Marilyn Spinks, Doris Sullivan, Eliz- abeth Thomas, Mary Elizabeth Thornton, Freda Vaught, Douglas Wagner, Jean Wolf. Mary Ann Morison is president of the Villagers ' Club; Ruth McClellan, vice-president; and Wini Moody, secretary and treasurer. Mr. Lubin Leggette is sponsor. Members of the club talk it over between classes. Page 86 Membership in the Commercial Club is limited to those Seniors who were members last year and to Juniors and those Seniors who were not members last year who are carrying at least two secretarial subjects with an average of A or B . The purpose of the club is to develop as many ideal secretaries as possible. At the monthly meet- ings the members discuss office etiquette, correct dress, and the many things which draw the line be- tween a desirable and undesirable employee or busi- ness executive. On Friday, February 16, for instance, the girls presented a humorous skit in which they represented the activities of an office in the morning. The office force consisted of two inefficient sec- retaries, Betty Bradley and Jean Flagler; one efficient secretary, Virginia Dressier; and the manager, Gwen- dolyn Davies. Other characters in the skit were a salesman, Lorine Breeding; and a timid customer, Christine Jobe. The demonstration was enjoyed by every one, and many good do ' s” and don ' ts were derived from it by the secretaries-to-be. At the meeting on March 20, the Business English class modeled what the well-dressed secretary should wear. The two models who were selected by the mem- bers as the best-dressed secretaries were Gwendo- lyn Davies, who wore a black, light wool dress with a white pique collar, and Rachel Rogers, who wore an aqua-blue silk sports dress with pleated skirt and long sleeves. In the Spring, members of the club will take part in a speed contest. Sponsored by the Commercial Club, Miss Stella Willins, the world ' s champion Commercial Club programs dramatize scenes in business offices. Left to Right: Dressler, Davies, Miller, Bradley, Woods. The officers meet to plan a program. typist, recently gave a demonstration of speed and accuracy before the students. She also made a num- ber of suggestions helpful to future secretaries and stenographers. The members of the club are planning to visit some of the Kingsport plants this Spring. Among the organizations to be visited are the Eastman plant and the Kingsport Press. Members of the club are always willing to gain practical experience by helping out in the offices of the college. It is not uncommon to see one of them helping Dr. Martin prepare letters and circulars. This year they have conducted a survey among the alumnae in an effort to learn what courses were of most profit to the Susie Smiths of the past years. The activities of the Gommercial Club are not limited to a survey of the business world. The girls have parties at Christmas and other seasons, hold initiations, and make trips to places of interest. The members of the Commercial Club are Betty Bradley, Lorine Breeding, Gwendolyn Davies, Vir- ginia Dressier, Jean Flagler, Christine Jobe, Evelyn Lou Lowry, Ruth McClellan. Sunny McClellan, Florence Miller, Marion Rich- ard, Dorothy Shankel, Lydia Stanford, Glenn St. Clair, Doris Sullivan, Mary Thornton, Freda Vaught, Ro- wena Woods. Florence Miller is president; Gwendolyn Davies, vice-president; Betty Bradley, secretary; Virginia Dressier, treasurer; and Rowena Woods, publicity manager. Miss Margaret Johnson, Miss Virginia Benson, and Miss Jane Jones are sponsors. Page 87 Our Equestriennes Left to Right: Smith, Davies, Davis, Denny, Jackson. The club officers stop for a moment on the clubhouse porch. The Hoofprints Club, with more than one hundred sixty members, is unquestionably the largest club at Sullins. Though the main interest of the club is in riding, the members sponsor many social events. Throughout the year, they enjoy special Sunday rides, breakfast and supper rides, and moonlight picnics. Dr. Martin, an enthusiastic member of the club, often accompanies them. From two-thirty to five o ' clock on January 21, the club celebrated its second anniversary with a tea in the beautiful new clubhouse built only last year. In the center of the clubhouse, which was dec- orated with evergreens, stood the tea table. Red tapers flanked the centerpiece of pine cones artis- tically arranged. Guests included the other Sullins students and the faculty, members of the Boots and Saddle Club of Virginia Intermont, and the judges of last year ' s horse show and their wives. The club members have taken a great deal of interest in adding to the comfort and beauty of their new clubhouse. Comfortable chairs and a combina- tion turn-table and radio have been added this year. In memory of their daughter, Louise Beaver, who was an enthusiastic member of the Hoofsprints Club last year, Mr. and Mrs. Guy M. Beaver presented a pair of handsome lamps to the club. Another project of the club was the purchase of handsome new blankets for the horses. We under- stand that it is difficult to tell which is more proud of them — the horses or the girls. The Hoofprints Club is now busy planning the two m.ajor events of the Spring. The first, an inno- vation, is the club banquet to be held at the Hotel General Shelby on April 6. The second is the an- nual Spring horse show. The banquet will be very informal, and the mem- bers will wear their riding habits. Tables will be ar- ranged in the form of a horse shoe, and the decora- tions will be in the traditional hunt colors. A feature of the banquet will be the installation of the officers for 1940- ' 41. The Horse Show will take place during Com- mencement Week. Ribbons will be awarded to the winners in each class, and a championship trophy to the winner in the ribbon class. Last year, Jojean Smith won the championship trophy. At the Commencement exercises, a cup will be awarded the beginner making most progress during the year. This cup was awarded to Evelyn Eggert, an Academy student, in 1939. Though the cup remains in the possession of the club it is engraved each year with the name of the girl winning the award. A handsomely bound Log, recording the achievements of the club as well as of its individual members, is another of the prized pos- sessions of the club. The club pin is a miniature riding crop and horse- shoe in black and pearl enamel on sterling silver. Across the riding crop is printed the name. The club motto is In omnia paratis . The Hoofprints Clubhouse is a recreation center for members of the Club. Page 88 The Hoof-prints The members of the Hoofprints Club are Gloria Amberson, Elizabeth Ambrister, Norma Anderson, Mary Alcorn, Ann Allen, Edward Archibald, Mar- jorie Asquith, Betty Bayes, Emily Bourne, Ann Brooks, Mary Catherine Brown, Ruth Brown, Ches Budd, Alice Bunker, Suzanne Bunn, Margaret Bushby. Mildred Byrd, Alice Callender, Mary Miles Camp, Marjorie Chambers, Leota Cherry, Jean Chesterman, Alice Cleveland, Jo Ann Collyer, Ona Comer, Jane Cowen, Margaret Crenshaw, Betty Cummins, Neysa Dalby, Betsy Dale, Ruth Davidson, Gwendolyn Da- vies. Ann Davis, Betty Rae Davis, Adele Denman, Frances Denny, Nancy Dixon, Jean Doverspike, Vir- ginia Dressier, Martha Dunson, Virginia Eacock, Beatrice Emblen, Evelyn Eggert, Joyce Estes, Harriet Fiske, Jeanne Fitch, Jeanne Flagler. Barbara Fletcher, Harriet Ford, Josephine Ford- tran, Eleanor Frazier, Evelyn Friedman, Betty Sue Goforth, Gloria Goldstein, Anne Goodin, Rosemary Gray, Jane Greer, Betty Haney, Edith Hart, Betty Hart, Carol Hartman, Marjorie Hayes. Nelda Heathman, Jane Heibel, Marjorie Hewitt, Kathryn Hicks, Anne Hill, Hazel Hime, Charlotte Hines, Mary Beth Hinson, Jean Ann Hoffman, Jac- queline Horn, Doris Huffman, Frances Hummel, Jean- ette Hyde, Mary Johnston, Marjorie Keene, Lucille Kenyon. Jean Kimball, Betty Kirksey, Jean Kramer, Lucy Landrum, Adelaide Lawler, Betty Legg, Norma Lew- is, Betty Lias, Mary Little, Evelyn Lou Lowry, Doris McDaniel, Virginia McGuire, Constance McKenzie, Maxine McMurchy, Elinore Matheson. The girls, as well as the horses, are proud of the new blankets. Club Evelyn Eggert was awarded the beginner ' s trophy in 1939. Jane Motion, Julia Mauermann, Helen Jo Mills, Jane Minton, Rachel Moninger, Marianne Moses, Doris Mossbarger, Waverly Murrey, Martha Oursler, Norma Owens, Patsy Parker, Jo Anne Paty, Matilda Paty, Hazel Peace, Edwarda Peine, Pat Penick. Wylodine Potts, Mary Catherine Pritchard, Fran- ces Qualls, Joan Ray, Jane Riggs, Happy Robison, Janet Rogers, Juanita Ross, Cornelia Rowley, Gloria Saal, Martha Salter, Eleanor Schertzer, Nancy Schnerr, Marjorie Schwybold. Jean Scupham, Myra Sharp, Shirley Short, Edith Simpkins, Page Simrall, Betty Sisk, Alice Slayton, Jeanne Smith, Dean Smith, Jojean Smith, Marian Smith, Marjorie Smith, Mary Louise Smith, Kathryne Speyer, Lydia Stanford, Jan Staples. Alice Steadman, Phyllis Stevenson, Roberta Ste- venson, Geraldine Stewart, Harryetta Stoops, Mary Stout, Marjorie Stuckeman, Mary Sumners, Virginia Sutton, Mary Elizabeth Sweatt, Kathryn Taylor, Au- drey Thompson, Grace Thompson, Charlotte Thorn- bury. Beverly Tillitt, Betty Todd, Marian Trosk, Mary Tyce, Mary Lucille Wicker, Mary Ann Widney, Gloriana Willett, Harriet Williams, Jane Williams, Marian Jeanne Willson, Dorothy Witherspoon, Jane Wolf, Bettie Woolridge, Eloise Young. Ann Davis is president; Gwendolyn Davies, vice-president; Dorothy Jackson, secretary; Fran- ces Denny, treasurer; and Jojean Smith, publicity manager. Miss Marie Stevens is sponsor of the Hoofprints Club. Page 89 The Athletic Ten Back Row (left to right): Goodin, Mauermann, Peine. Middle: Frazier, Kimball, Denny. Front: Heiskell, Raney, Ritter, Dixon. The Athletic Ten pause for a rest between games. The majors in Physical Education have recently organized, calling themselves the Athletic Ten. Lillie Raney is president; Nancy Dixon, vice-pres- ident; Judy Ritter, secretary-treasurer; and Eleanor Frazier, publicity chairman. The other members of the Athletic Ten are Fran- ces Denny, Anne Goodin, Winifred Heiskell, Jean Kimball, Julia Mauermann, and Edwarda Peine. Miss Alice Dean Spalding is sponsor of the organi- zation. As future instructors in physical education, these girls participate in all athletic activities and officiate at the various tournaments. Their purpose in organ- izing is to stimulate interest in their department and in all athletic activities. On Saturday evening, November 11, the Athletic Ten sponsored a dance for all menhaters at the Hut. During the evening the guests danced and enjoyed a program of special numbers, including a tango danced by Miss Wingfield and Mr. Leggette, and several comic numbers by Frances Cundell and Margaret Crenshaw. On Saturday evening, January 6, the Athletic Ten sponsored the first Twelfth Night revels held at Sul- lins. As Lord of Misrule, Lillie Raney was master of ceremonies. Judy Ritter and Eleanor Frazier, as jes- ters, provided amusement, during both the dinner and the dance which followed. At present, the Athletic Ten are planning a Play Day to be held late in the spring. All students will be invited to participate in this event. Page 90 Archery The Archery Field is the scene of much activity in early Fall and late Spring. Archery is one of the most popular sports during both the Spring and the Fall months. With the addi- tion of quite a bit of beautiful new equipment this year, it has proved even more popular than usual. A large number of students have enjoyed partici- pating in this activity and acquiring the art of hand- ling the bow and arrow. Tudivid ial gym includes many corrective exercises. Among the enthusiasts who have shown very good form are Audrey Buchanan, Eleanor Hedges, jean Ann Hoffman, Dorothy Jackson, Betty Lias, Pat- ty McDowell, Betty and Jane McQueen, and Parke Shields. The tournaments to determine the college cham- pionship will be held during the closing weeks of the college year. Individual Gym The aim that is kept before the student in the indi- vidual gymnastics class is to strive to correct faulty posture and to establish good body mechanics so that she may have the best possible use of her body. In order to develop every part of the body as well as to gain grace and poise, the students are required to practice many different types of exer- cises. Both individual gymnastics and archery are ex- pertly directed by the latest addition to the Physical Education Department, Miss Harriet Stickles. Page 02 Badmin ton Badminton is another of the sports that have prov- ed very popular with Sullins students. This game is played throughout the year. Miss Eloise Cranberry, who directs this activity, has been very successful in developing a number of good players. Among our badminton enthusiasts are Margaret Rothberger, Opal Skaggs, Ann Davis, Judy Ritter, Jean Phillips, Sarah Lou Dunagan, Virginia McCartt, and Dorothy Jane Buchanan. Badminton tournaments, both singles and doub- les, will be held late in the Spring to determine the championships. Left to Right: Phillips, Dunagan, McCartt, Buchanan. Some of our badminton enthusiasts pose for a picture. Badminton is so popular a sport that one usually finds the courts full. Page 93 Riding The new stables are situated at the foot of the hill. Riding plays an important part in the lives of a large number of Sullins students from the time the college first opens in September until after the Horse Show on the last Saturday in May. As soon as her academic program has been ar- ranged, each girl taking riding is scheduled for tv o rides a week. With the addition of new stables and a number of new horses, e ven more students than usual have been able to take part in this sport. Classes are instructed in riding both in the ring and over bridle paths in the hills nearby. When the weather prevents their riding, the students assemble in the clubhouse for lectures on the technique of good horsemanship. Under the capable direction of Miss Marie Ste- vens, the riding enthusiasts hope to develop the abil- ity to follow through, perseverance and self-confi- dence, patience and self-control, concentration and physical grace, sportsmanship and horsemanship. Although trail riding is emphasized, instruction in show-ring technique is also given. A number of the horses in the Sullins stables have enviable show- ring records. Miss Stevens has had considerable ex- perience in horse shows, both as rider and as judge. Two of the riding assistants- -Gwendolyn Davies and Betty Sisk — have recently won many blue rib- bons riding in horse shows t hroughout the South. Soon after college opened this Fall, Dr. Martin added nine pedigreed horses to the stables. These horses include Small Town Girl, Serenade, and Betty Bow from the Minton Stables, and six Tennessee walking horses. The latter — Lady White, Gypsy Rose Allen, Cop- per Girl, Dolly Bay, Allen ' s Lady Queen, and Wil- son ' s Allen ' s Perfection — are very popular, particu- larly with the beginners in riding, because of their easy riding quality. But not even the new horses could make the second-year students in riding forget their old friends: Kenny, Wimpy, Doc, Alabama, Lindy, Fred, Cloud, and the others. Above: Fording the creek is one of the novel experiences in riding along mountain trails. Below: The ride often ends in a picnic at Steele ' s Creek. Page 94 Riding Many of the girls, as well as Dr. Martin, enjoy Sunday trips and breakfast and supper rides in the Fall and the Spring. Many of these trips have as their objective Steele ' s Creek or some equally beau- tiful place. The Hoofprints Club has come to be recognized as one of the most progressive clubs on the campus. The members meet regularly in the clubhouse, and also contribute to our pleasure with their chapel pro- grams and their parties. The members are not likely to forget the Saturday evenings they have spent in the clubhouse playing bridge, dancing, and having a general good time. The Horse Show, held at the end of Commence- ment Week, gives the students an opportunity to demonstrate their skill and progress in riding. The participants are divided into three classes — beginners, intermediate, and advanced. Ribbons are awarded to the winners in each class, a cham- pionship trophy to the winner in the r ibbon class, a trophy to the winner in the jumping class, and a prize to the winner in the game of musical chairs. Riding enthusiasts find many attractive trails in the neighbor- hood of Bristol. The Riding Ring is just in front of the stables. A high point of the 1939 Horse Show was the rodeo put on by Western riders in ten-gallon hats, bright scarfs, and jeans. The climax of the event was a cavalry show led by Marybeth Downs, which went through the regular army routine. The following intricate maneuvers were performed; oblique by right and left flanks, troopers right about, troopers by right and left flanks, double columns, and the cartwheel. Thirty-six ribbons were awarded to contestants winning first, second, and third places in the various events. In addition, trophies were awarded to the winners in each class. In the beginners ' class, Betty Hoar won the tro- phy — a beautiful pair of bronze horse book ends mounted on onyx. In the advanced class, Jojean Smith won the trophy — a statuette of a bronze three- gaited horse. At the Commencement exercises a cup is award- ed annually to the beginner making most progress during the year. In 1938, this cup was awarded to Betty Camp; in 1939, to Evelyn Eggert. Page 95 Basket-Ball Basket-ball, coached by Miss Eloise Cranberry, is a sport that has succeeded in attracting the atten- tion of every one on the Sullins campus. The girls start practicing at the beginning of fhe second semester, and the teams are selected im.medi- ately after Mardi Gras. This year there was no Academy team, but this fact did not take away any of the rivalry. Martha Meadows, Cornelia Rowley, and Peggy Shunk joined forces with the Seniors. The captains, Geneva Hoffman and Edwarda Peine, attended to getting the starting line-ups and making the substitutions. The managers, Terry Wessels and Virginia Mc- Guire, with the aid of Miss Cranberry, scheduled the games. The physical education majors acted as time-keepers and score-keepers. The teams and main substitutes were: Seniors - Geneva Hoffman (captain), Betty Robertson, Peggy Shunk, Connie Rowley, Dorothy Ours, Martha Mead- ows, Terry Wessels (manager), Audrey Buchanan, and Lois Ruth Ingalls. Left to Right: Hoffman, Wessels, McGuire, Peine. Below (left): The Juniors make a basket; (right) Virginia The captains and the managers pose before the game. McGuire and Peggy Shunk jump for a tie-ball. Page 96 Basket-Ball Juniors — Edwarda Peine (captain), Marjorie Keene, Harriet Fiske, Pat Penick, Susan Vroom, Betty Rae Davis, Virginia McGuire (manager), and Ophelia Bass. The cheerleaders were Nancy Peebles (Senior) and Mary Stout and Shirley Collins (Juniors). In the first of those most exciting games to deter- mine the championship, the Juniors won, 39-24. In the second game, the Seniors won by a field goal, 27-25. In the third game, the Seniors again won, 24-21. The fourth game of the series proved almost as exciting as the final game. The Juniors finally took it by a foul throw, 20-19. The fifth game was not nearly so close as the pre- ceding one, but it was not lacking in excitement. The Juniors took this game also, 34-13. All five of the games were hard fought; but in spite of the Seniors ' enthusiasm and hope sessions — not to mention Nancy Peebles ' pep — the Juniors won the ' 39- ' 40 championship. At Right: The cheerleaders contributed much to the spirit of the games. Left to Right: Stout, Peebles, Collins. Below: Every one turned out for the basket-ball games Page 97 Swimming Above: A swimming class practices the flutter kick. Below; The life-saving group engages in shallow-water practice for the double grasp on one wrist. Ample opportunity for swimming is offered on the athletic progiam at Sullins. During the warm months the students may swim in the lake at Camp Sequoya, and the indoor pool is heated for the winter swim- mers. Every student is expected either to pass the swim- ming test or to include swimming in l r physical education program until she can pass if. At the beginning of the year the students are en- rolled in classes according to their individual ability, ranking anywhere from beginners to advanced swim- mers. In the beginners ' class, the student learns the fundamental strokes. Upon graduating into a more advanced class she is allowed to to concentrate on any one of these strokes or on any phase of swim- ming she prefers. Diving is not required of swimmers in any of the classes, but instruction in diving is given to any stu- dents who desire it. Both Miss Cranberry and Miss Stickles teach swimming. Miss Cranberry also has a class in life- saving, which includes Ona Comer, Margaret Craig, Rachel Fain, Winifred Kordenat, Parke Shields, and Jean Willson. In the Sping, these students will take the Red Cross Life-Saving tests. In order to win the badge, they will be required to swim a mile and to demon- strate various carriages and breaks. Terry Wessels, who won the Life-Saving badge last year, was also a mem.ber of the class in life sav- ing this year. Swimming has proved so popular a sport at Sullins that the pool has been opened on Saturday evenings during the winter. Above: Rachel Fain demonstrates the tired swimmer ' s carry. Below: Candidates for the life-saver ' s emblem practice the head carry. Page 98 Tennis Tennis has its scores of admirers and participants as do the other sports. On any reasonably warm day one is quite likely to find somebody occupying the courts. Miss Eloise Cranberry has classes for beginners and for intermediate students as well as for more advanced students. When the weather interferes with playing on the courts, these classes are held in the gym. Early in the Spring, the girls start practicing in earnest for the inter-class tournaments which are held during the month of May. Games are also played, both singles and doubles, to find the Academy, the Junior Class, and the Senior Class champions. These class champions then play against each other for the college tennis champion- ship. P Left to Right: Frazier, Ours, Flagler, Wessels, Raney. Some of our tennis enthusiasts meet on the court. Tennis classes and games held throughout the year culminate in the Spring tournaments. As prospects for the championships this year, the tennis fans among the students are watching with particular interest Connie Rowley and Martha Mead- ows of the Academy; Jean Elagler and Eleanor Frazier of the Junior Class; and Lillie Raney, Terry Wessels, and Dorothy Lee Ours of the Senior Class. Terry played in the finals of the Junior Class doubles tournament last year, and Dorothy Lee play- ed in the finals of the Junior Class singles. In the ' 39 tournament, Isabel Bullock, ' 39, was singles champion; in both ' 38 and ' 39, Isabel and Eleanore Heeman, ' 39, won the college championship in the doubles tournament. Page 99 Athlete ' s Creed The Sullins Athlete ' s creed is this: To fight the battle fairly, To win or lose, but squarely, To play because she loves the sport. To be respected on the court. To do her best in every game. To help her team-mates on to fame. To prize her honors as of old. To love the Maroon and the Gold. Page 100 ■CN ' f id c i 1 Her Favorite Our college surely does have its share of de- lightful girls. It would be hard to find a group; of students more friendly and congenial than those at Sullins. There are so many attractive personalities here, in fact, that when each girl was asked to list her ten favorites, more than two hundred and fifty girls re- ceived at least one vote each. Since it is obviously impossible to include two hundred and fifty personalities in this section, a sec- ond ballot was taken. This time each student voted for fifteen of the fifty mentioned most often in the first ballot. Of these, the twenty-four receiving the highest number of votes have been chosen to represent her favorite personalities. As President of the Senior Class and a member of no end of clubs, Ella Julia Hudgens (That ' s her real name!) surely has her hands full this year. In spite of keeping up with her work and giving cheerful service at the Hut, she has plenty of time for fun. Pudge has a fine collection of records, too, and it ' s nothing out of the ordinary to find her sitting in the middle of them serenading fourth floor — a little off key. She ' s one grand girl, and nobody could hope to have a more versatile friend. Her leadership and sincerity, as well as her thoughtfulness, have made her one of the most popular girls at school. Mary Sumners ' efficient way of doing things has made her an ideal President for the High School. The girls recognized her ability at the beginning of the year and knew that with her leadership, they would have a successful year. Whatever happens Mary never loses her quiet dignity and poise, and her sweet manner. Of course, everyone knows or has at least heard rumors of the wonderful grades this all-round girl makes. Oh those clothes! Janet Rogers looks as though she had just stepped from the pages of Vogue . Not only does she have good taste in clothes, but she wears them with an air all her own. Her smart ap- pearance is a tribute to her good looks. Evidently she has plenty of gray matter, too, for Personalities she certainly pulls down those grades with appar- ently very little effort. Someone surely hit the nail on the head when she said Janet is a typical college girl! Although Terry Wessels isn ' t taking a secretarial course, her prize ambition is to be a secretary. Per- haps that is why she is so efficient in her everyday work. She is an active participant in all sports and is completely wrapped up in army life. Maybe when the women take over this economic world, she ' ll be a colonel. Terry has time to make plenty of friends even though she is a member of the Sampler Staff and a few clubs. Pat Penick has a distinct aversion to studying in any shape or form. It is nothing out of the ordinary to see her in her blue jeans capering merrily around the Hut. She loves dancing, and she likes riding. All through high school she was an ardent mem- ber of her basket-ball team, and is continuing the good work here at Sullins. This sweet, fun-loving little lady has many friends in Senior Wing, where she is a muchly-enjoyed visitor. Peggy Hudgens Page 103 Mary Summers Gwendolyn Davies ' favorite costume is a riding habit, we have decided, for she certainly knows and likes her horses. Take Me Back to My Boots and Saddle would make an appropriate theme song for Gwen. Quiet, sweet, and always smiling, she puts every- one at ease. She is Vice-President of the Commercial Club, and hopes to find some sort of position where she can mix horses and secretarial efficiency. Petite Nancy Peebles is a familiar figure to all of us. She is always brimful of pep and fun. She is always enthusiastic about everything, and nothing under the sun seems to daunt this vivacious young miss from way out in Texas. It ' s no exaggeration when we say that she is on a friendly footing with practically every girl in school. Perhaps it ' s because of her gift of gab ; then again, it may be any of a dozen other of Nancy ' s talents. Julia Peterson lives up to all that critical beings expect of a young lady. A more poised, charming, gracious, and friendly person is not to be found. She was elected Susie Smith in the very first Reflector election, which goes to show that Sul- lins knows an ideal girl when it sees one. Susie Julia Peterson Smith ' s radiant smile always sets off to perfection the chic touch she gives her clothes. Georgiana Mewhirter can certainly be congrat- ulated on all that she has accomplished in her first year at Sullins. She ' s a good leader as is witnessed by the fact that she is President of the Junior Class, and a fine one, too. Janet Rogers Terry Wessels Pat Penick Page 104 Gwendolyn Davies Nancy Peebles Julia Peterson Her beauty is not her only asset, for she has a lovely voice. She is a member of the Chorus and the Vested Choir. We wonder how she finds time to study and make such good grades with all her out- side activities. One of the friendliest girls at Sullins is Betty Rae Davis. Her sense of humor is duly admired by all who know her. And whatever would ardent danc- ers at the Hut do without Betty to dance with them? Since she is from the wild and wooly West, it is only natural for her to take to horses as ducks take to water. She is often seen running busily to and from Senior Wing, where she started migrating soon after she arrived at Sullins. When you see a tennis ball knocked for a loop, you can just bet that Eleanor Frazie-r is the guilty party. There ' s no doubt about her ability to play tennis. Always laughing and cheerful, Eleanor gets her share of fun — if not a little more than her share — out of life. Her speech in chapel about college as a glorified country club will be remembered by all of us for a long time. Perhaps she ' ll be a famous orator some day; at least, she can always use the proverbial soap box. Marguerite McNeal is blessed not only with the gift of gab but also with a lovely voice. As a mem- Georgia Mewhirter Page 105 Among other qualities, such as her neatness and grand personality, we ' ll have to say something about her delightful giggle. She has evidently decided that it is well to laugh and let the world laug with her! Judy Ritter always seems vitally interested in everything that goes on. Not that she sits around with open mouth and bulging eyes, but she ' s just plain interested — and active too. We are all familiar with her prowess in athletics, and shall never forget her grand performance in Re- member the Day . Speaking of will power, Judy has it in large quantities, as is proved by the hour-by- hour schedule that she made for herself and follows faithfully. There is a certain quality about Kay Litton that depicts the true Southern belle. Kay without a piano would be like Sullins without its ice cream. We have a feeling that she will go a long way with her musi- cal ability, and we wish her all the success that one who works so hard deserves. One thing that fascinates us about Kay is her ability to say the wittiest things and not crack a smile, while the rest of us go into gales of laughter. Always ready and eager for anything and every- thing is Elizabeth Ambrister. She ' s a grand sport and, garbed in her blue jeans, she is always ready for fun. Lib is not all play, though, as a glance at her report card will prove. Her frankness and friendli- ness have made her a great favorite with everyone At Left (top to bottom): Eleanor Frazier, Betty Rae Davis, Marguerite McNeal- Below: Judy Ritter. Page 106 Above: Kay Litton. At Right (top to bottom); Elizabeth Ambrister, Dorothy Jackson, Jojean Smith. who knows this personality-plus Sullinite. We find much of her sister ' s casualness and sweetness in this fine addition to Sullins, and we expect her to carry on as Caroline did. As President of Student Council and Secretary of the Hoofprints Club, Dorothy Jackson says that all work and no play make her very tired indeed. She likes all sports and most two- and four-legged crea- tures except insects. This vivacious, fun-loving young lady also likes a bit of a snack at bedtime. In fact, she says she has an all-consuming passion for food. I might add that her room is full of all sorts of menus, hanging in the most conspicuous places imaginable. Horses, horses, I surely do like horses! chants Jojean Smith as she struggles with her riding boots. She has several pairs of boots, for she likes variety in everything. Dramatics fascinate her, as do bridge and jitterbugging. Smitty goes out of her way for fun--clear over to Junior Wing even, sans permission. She loves all sports, providing they don ' t tire her too much watch- ing them. Smitty is everybody ' s friend and everybody is a friend of hers. Whatever would third floor Senior Wing do with- out its Opal Skaggs? She ' s a conscientious worker and she ' s a born leader — in the direction of the Hut, where she can usually be found eating hamburgers. Our Opaltine is a generous soul too, for she is always providing some forlorn person with every- thing from food to pencils. Page 107 of mischief into one grin. Speaking of mischief, she is always ready to dive right into the big middle of it. Strolling leisurely down the halls, she hails ev- eryone with that life is grand, life is glorious air. Nertz ' s ambition is to fly an airplane, so we wish her luck while she ' s still on terra firma. Betty Todd is an exception to the phrase, beauti- ful, but dumb ; for she has brains as well as beauty, and she uses them. She likes to giggle too, Toddy does, and it isn ' t long before everyone joins her. She ' s an all-round young lady, bubbling over with pep, personality, and fun. Her ability to look like a not a hair out of place ad is a muchly enviable quality. Swimming and dancing are her favorits sports, and, of course, we all know how she loves riding. Whenever you see some one flying down the cor- ridor and talking a mile a minute, you know at once it ' s Nancy Dixon. Her ever-ready sense of humor finds her the center of a group of giggling girls. Tommy goes in for any kind of sports. We have a sneaking suspicion that she inherited her nickname because she is such a ladylike tomboy. We can ' t quite decide whether she should be a football coach or an actress, for she excels in both dramatics and athletics. Margaret Crenshaw Betty Todd Nancy Dixon Opal works hard as Editor of the annual as will be verified by any member of her crew. We all know that she is bound and determined to be a doctor, and we know she will be a good one. Witty, clever, sincere, and happy-go-lucky are adjectives that describe Margaret Crenshaw to a T. We often wonder how one girl can put such a wealth Page 108 Virginia McGuire ' s very presence is refreshing and natural. That so very Irish wit keeps us enter- tained at all times. Not only is she an excellent horsewoman, but we have a feeling that she is an adept model, for she poses for the art class in everything from riding clothes to formal dress. That fine sense of humor and grand personality should make her outstanding in anything she under- takes. Elizabeth Farquhar is indeed a favorite at Sullins. Her singing ability is just one of her great assets. We all love to hear Farky sing, especially the Italian Street Song. Her wit and good-nature are ever appreciated by all Sullinites. She is a perfect cheerer-upper and we have yet to see her out of sorts or down in the dumps about anything. When Farky” is a famous opera star — and we have a feeling that the time isn ' t far off — we can all sit back and say, I knew her when — Charlene Young is a great addition to Senior Wing, as anyone who has ever seen her jitterbug will admit. She likes food and lots of it, as well as plenty of sleep. She also likes to swim if she has nothing more pressing to do, and she surely does like her walking class. The athletic type, maybe. Elizabeth Farquhar Virginia McGuire This is not the end of Lene ' s” abilities, for she can sing too. Her good humor and kindness are portrayed in her happy-go-lucky disposition and her friendliness. Charlene Young Page 109 And the Way She Spends FRIDAY 7:00 a. m. I never hear this first bell, but I am told that it rings every morning at seven. The shriek of one of my suite-mates is usually the first bell I hear. l fffAKFAST I We descend to the dining-room. Her Get up quick! It ' s 7:20! is not to be ignor- ed, so although I open one eye to regard her with undisguised animosity for disturbing my tranquil slumber, I do get up. My roommate and I collide as we frantically try to open dresser drawers. What ' ll I wear today? Don ' t know. What ' ll I wear? 7:30 a. m. We have swapped clothes and are more or less dressed when the breakfast bell rings. This getting up before dawn has cracked doesn ' t appeal to me in the least, mumbles Jeanne as we descend to the dining-room. 8:00 a. m. Having rushed to our room and made up our beds, we bid each other a hasty farewell as the bell rings. She scurries off to an art class, and I to psychology. After a few vain attempts to suppress innumer- able yawns, I give myself up to concentrating with v hat little power I possess on the emotions and let the yawns take care of themselves. 8:55 a. m. I fly back to my room to grab a tennis racket and squirm into my gym suit, meanwhile not- ing that the sun has finally risen. Having swatted a tennis ball around the gym with little or no success, I come to the belated con- clusion that I am definitely not the athletic type. 9:50 a. m. Chapel — and I can rest my already overworked brain and aching arms for a while. My neighbor on the right proudly shows me a creation she has designed in the art class. It is supposedly an evening dress. I politely tell her that it is very good, and refrain from mentioning how closely it re- sembles an animated lamp shade. 10:20 a. m. Commercial law — I learn that a draft is a very useful negotiable instrument, but extremely complicated. The bell saves me from having the teacher think I have a bad attack of the fidgets, so I dash madly off to the post office, only to return empty handed. Hope is so short-lived, I mutter in disgust and start off for shorthand class. 11:15 a. m. Along about this time I begin to feel the pangs of hunger, and decide that a secretary must lead a hard life indeed. 12:10 a. m. Since I am already so weak from hunger, the prospect of climbing seven flights of stairs to the typing room serves only to make me weaker. Panting and exhausted, I arrive in the peak of condition to transcribe my shorthand notes. By sheer force of will power, I manage to transcribe them and at 1:00 p. m. we go to lunch. I go downstairs with all the speed of the messenger who carried the good news to Garcia. 1:30 p. m. French class. On the way I recite to myself a mixture of Spanish, Latin, and English I swat a tennis ball around the gym. Page 110 Her Hours and Her Days which I happily believe is French. About 2:00 I begin to squirm and mutter to myself, Tempus fidg- ets, tempus fidgets, what ' s the matter with the belli I consult my trusty timepiece and mumble something about Thirty days hath September — My inane reverie is interrupted by the persistent tinkling of the bell. 2:30 p. m. Remembering that I have some library work for the next day, I betake myself to that domi- cile of oddly assorted literature. My companion on the way is Betty Robertson, who believes that she and Grace Moore have a lot in common. I work hard as long as I can stand the tomb-like silence of the library and then sneak cautiously out again and upstairs to study some more. Applying myself diligently for a few minutes, I decide that the atmosphere is conducive to anything but study, so I betake myself to the Hut for a much- needed snack with some of my fellow scholars. The rest of the afternoon is spent in viewing the scenery at and around Sullins and talking of the enjoyable prospect of a student recital that evening. 6:00 p. m. Dinner. Judging by the way we eat, one would think that we had been on war rations for weeks. 7:00 p. m. The recital begins and we all agree that the music department of Sullins is tops. Par- ky could out-sing a nightingale, and Juanita Web- ster isn ' t going to let the meadow larks beat her. 8:00 p. m. Off to study for the rest of the even- ing. Struggling valiantly through all sorts of home- work, my subconscious mind — that I learned about in psychology — keeps dwelling on the fact that the bed surely does look tempting. Just to take my mind off the bed for a few min- utes, I decide to go to the typing room and transcribe a few records from the dictaphone for business effici- ency. It seems that I am not the only person that is intrigued by this device, for several people with as- tounded looks on their faces beg to be shown the in- tricacies of this machine age. My transcribing is done, not quite so efficiently as it should be. I ' ll admit, while my mind is exactly half a continent away. Ah, me! Must be spring fever or could be the awful truth of the realization that this time next year I won ' t be here at Sullins. I feel more at home after three wonderful years here than I do when I ' m under my own mama ' s eagle eye. Back to my room I trudge mournfully and proceed to get the whole suite agonized over the prospect of the pending commencement exercises. We are all on the verge of tears, but decide there is no use in counting our bridges before they hatch, or some- thing like that — and we all are dreadfully sleepy! According to the law of averages or whatever axiom it is that says, all things come to those who wait, it is at last time for bed. I give a contented sigh as I get s ettled comfortably for the night and contemplate the fact that I have eight whole hours to sleep. Only I can ' t sleep, and I toss miserably for hours bemoaning my luckless fate. I dash madly off to the post-office. Page 111 SATURDAY 7:00 a. m. For once I hear the alarm clock and the bell, and astound everyone by rising promptly. For once I hear the alarm clock. 7:30 a. m. Breakfast — not much conversation because everyone is still half asleep. We do man- age, however, to discuss the delightful prospect of a dance this evening, and 1 remind Jeanne to get my mail for me. Ho hum! Hope springe th eternal! 8:00 a. m. 1 hurry off to an economics class and listen bewilderedly to the fact that there might be a lack of a perfect equilibrium in the demand for and the supply of loans. This and other intricate facts serve only to increase my wonder as to the processes of this economic world. 8:55 a. m. Since I have no class this period, I decide I ' ll do a little private investigating and see what makes the stock market tick, but my mind soon capers off, and at the end of the period I have ac- complished nothing except to have drawn enough daisies for class day at Vassar. Drawing daisies with faces in them is a most remarkable pastime. 9:50 a. m. On the way to chapel with an ovei- burdened home economics student, Sarah Hoover, I express my disbelief that anyone could possibly have more to do than I. Her vehemence on the point in discussion leads me to think that perhaps she has as much. 10:20 a. m. Third-period commercial law and I try to digest a few new terms. 11:15 a. m. Shorthand. 12:10 p. m. Fifth period and no transcription, so I saunter back to my room to put up my laundry. 1:00 p. m. Lunch — Vague snatches of conversa- tions are caught — Who do you have a date with to- night??- She does? What are you going to wear? Who is that dee-vine fellow with — ? 2:30 p. m. Staff meeting for some of us and we debate the pros and cons of a purple or green an- nual. 5:30 p. m. Supper. 6:00 p. m. I decide to catch a muchly needed cat nap before time to dress for the dance, but no sooner have I settled myself comfortably than Dot Ours comes literally flying in the door, and holding her breath, asks if someone in the suite doesn ' t have an off shade of green hair ribbon she can borrow to wear with her new off shade of green dress. A hurried investigation yields nothing but the tragic fact that we have every color hair ribbon on the market but that off shade of green, so Dot, mumbling a hasty thanks, scurries off to the room next door. 8:00 p. m. Time for the dance and we go down to the front hall chattering like magpies. Standing in forlorn groups decorating the walls are our dates. After having inquired about their health and the weather, we go into a gloriously transformed gym to trip the light fantastic. After fifteen minutes or so, I notice that my hair is drooping sadly, and cast envi- ous glances at Virginia Barns and other lucky lasses whose hair always looks perfect. Saturday is a full day — from that first yawn and stretch to the midnight feast. Page 1 12 age waves gaily on various bonnets. We stroll about the campus with our dates. Along about 11:00 the orchestra launches off into the final, sad melcdy and we dance the last piece gravely, wishing dances didn ' t have to end so soon. 11:10 p. m. The dance over, we escort our dates to the front door and bid them good night. We then remember to sign up for breakfast, which is optional on Sunday and Monday. As 1 trudge my weary way upstairs, I wonder if everyone ' s feet are as warped as mine are. Peggy Dosser says she knows hers will never be the same again, and 1 have serious misgivings as to whether mine will either. A feast after the dance is in order, and Jeanne and 1 dig out a cherished box from home with every- thing in it from pickles to roast turkey. We have a lively discussion of the dance in stifled whispers and forget for the moment that one shouldn ' t talk when her mouth is full. Since Nancy Dixon and Betty Mac are spending the night in our humble abode, Jeanne and I pre- pare to give them the biggest three-quarters of our beds, for Nancy kicks like a mule and Mac might well go in for prize fighting. SUNDAY 7:30 a. m. Breakfast bell. 8:00 a. m. We all turn up for breakfast because we have pancakes on Sunday. 10:30 a. m. Roll call for church. I amuse myself by looking at the newest creations in head gear, and sympathizing with our feathered friends whose plum- 1:00 p. m. We are back from church and more than ready for Sunday ' s chicken and ice cream. When the meal is half over, the familiar tinkle of Dr. Martin ' s bell sounds and we listen patiently to his announcement, reciting with him, It ' s a fine day, and we ought to go riding this afternoon. There will be twenty horses, so twenty girls sign up — . 3:00 p. m. For two hours on Sunday afternoons we stroll leisurely about the campus with dates or go riding until tea time. 5:30 p. m. Tea. 6:10 p. m. Vespers and Mr. Loomis ' organ re- cital proves to be the best yet. 7:00 p. m. A dinner date and I find that my appetite hasn ' t been at all bothered by the fact that it has been less than two hours since I last ate. Who- ever said, Eat, drink, and be merry, for tomorrow we may die! had the right idea. 9:30 p. m. After having discussed Hitler and the general European situation during dinner, we have progressed to the weather — always a good subject when you can ' t think of anything else to say. 10:00 p. m. Mrs. Jones comes to tell our dates good bye, and we pretend to be amazed that it ' s time for them to leave. « MONDAY 7:00 a. m. Bell — no one stirs. 7:30. Breakfast. 8:00 a. m. This bell usually wakes me and 1 glory in the fact that 1 can sleep as late as I please provided that Jeanne doesn ' t get up and fall over every piece of furniture in the room. I turn over Page 113 and my mattress slides so far off the bed I feel duty bound to wake Jeanne and explain my uncomfort- able position, and enlist her able assistance in put- ting my bed back together.. 11:30 a. m. The whole suite decides to get up and breakfast at the Hut on Coca-Colas and candy. 1:00 p. m. Lunch. 1:30 p. m. We are all off for town, six or seven of us piling into one little cab and squeezing in mer- rily. We amble down the street contentedly, gazing rapturously into windows filled with everything from shoes to peanut brittle. Having debated at great length as to whether we should go to the show or save our money, we decide on the show, and troop noisily in to witness the latest escapade of Mickey Rooney. 6:00 p. m. Supper — I can ' t understand how 1 can eat a sandv ich, a sundae, and a piece of pie in town and still have my appetite intact when dinner- time rolls around. 7:30 p. m. Study hall, and I wonder how I shall ever be able to study after such a grand week-end. I read a page of economics thinking that we have only 41 more days till spring vacation. From that point, my mind rambles on to summer vacation, graduation. Proms, thunder storms, and what I ' ll be doing this time next year. At this point, Peggy Hudgens or some one equally garrulous walks in, and we discuss the good times we had Christmas vacation for the forty- ' leventh time. 10:00 p. m. First light flash and I have at last settled down to work, trying to ignore a heated de- bate between Rowena and Mary Clay about the construction of a noun clause in Spanish. 11:00 p. m. Lights out -I tumble into bed and recite myself to sleep to the refrain of French verbs and psychology definitions. Page 114 I Left to Right: Peters, Bayes, Sumners. The Academy offi- cers pose for a picture. The Academy We may be the smallest and the youngest class group in school, but we feel that we have our share in the social and scholastic atmosphere on the cam- pus. You can find us taking part in practically every Sullins activity. Academy girls may be found al- most any time hard at work in the music and art studios as well as in the science laboratories. We play in the college orchestra, sing in the Chorus, and work on the Reflector . We are ac- tive in all phases of athletics, including tennis, bas- ket-ball, and riding. In 1939, Evelyn Eggert was awarded the cup given annually to the beginner making most progress in riding. Soon after we arrived at Sullins, we organized and elected officers. Mary Sumners, Houston, Tex- as, was elected president; Betty Peters, Mayberry, West Virginia, vice-president; and Betty Bayes, Long- acre, West Virginia, secretary-treasurer. On November 13, we held our annual banquet in the Crystal Ballroom at the Hotel Bristol. As the guests arrived at the hotel, they were greeted by Miss Gregg, our sponsor, Mary Sumners, Joan Ray, Wini Moody, Gerry Stewart, Betsy Dale, Betty Peters, Betty Bayes, and Betty Jean Haney. In the ballroom was a large table in typical horse- shoe shape. The room was lighted by pastel can- dles, and along the table ran paper chains made from pastel shaded paper. The names of the guests were printed on the rainbows. Our guests at the banquet were Dr. and Mrs. Martin, Mrs. Baskervill, Dean and Mrs. Metis, Miss Wilkerson, Mrs. Holmes, Miss Claiborne, Miss Mast, and Miss Gregg. Dr. Martin returned thanks and the banquet real- ly began. Our president welcomed the guests in a brief speech, and we spent the rest of the evening enjoying the delicious turkey dinner. After we left the hotel, we walked over to the Para- mount Theatre to see Drums Along the Mohawk . When the movie was over, we returned to school, tired but happy after an evening of fun and frolic. Much of the credit for the success of the banquet should go to the committees in charge: Menu — Bet- ty Peters, Lillie Wallace, and Marion Smith. Decoration —Gerry Stewart, Joan Ray, Betsy Dale, Sybil Ford, Doris Huffman, Isabel Wolff, Betty Jean Haney, and Rachel Moninger. Flower —Anne Brooks, Billie Hatchett, and Jean Cowden; Finance — Betty Bayes, Maxine McMurchy, and Evelyn Eggert. Before the banquet really began we students re- ceived quite a thrill from seeing Robert Wadlow, the eight-foot-three-inch man. A busy month passed before we had another Academy function. However, all during this month, we were making plans for the rest of fhe year. Early in December we had a Christmas party at the Hut. Our guests were Dr. and Mrs. Martin and the Academy alumnae who were pursuing their ed- ucation in the college. The Hut was decorated with brightly colored bal- loons which hung from the ceiling. On the mantle and on the refreshment table were typical winter scenes with snow and tiny houses and, of course, Santa Claus and his reindeer. Page 1 1 8 We had a great deal of fun playing games and then looking for our presents which some of the girls had very cleverly hidden in every conceivable place. After the party there remained only two weeks until our Christmas holidays began. During these two weeks we were constantly on the go attending all the special functions which accompany the gaiety and the beauty of Christmas. Then our holidays began, and we all departed for our homes — north, east, south, and west. After the Christmas holidays we were all busy studying for our exams which came the last week in January. After exams, Jane McCullough and Julia Brooks joined our group. March was truly a month of work and fun for our group. We issued an Academy Edition of the Reflector and gave our annual dance. Just before spring holidays began, one could have seen about a dozen of us in the press room typing, proof-reading and writing. In the center of the activities were our editor, Rachel Moninger; our assistant editor, Joan Paty; and other members of the staff. Wini Moody was transforming sweet little nursery rhymes into the pointless jokes with which we are familiar. For the dance we decorated the gym with gaily painted nursery-rhyme figures. The ceiling was lo w- ered by stringing strips of pink and blue crepe paper all the way across. Those present included Little Miss Muffet, Jack Horner, Little Boy Blue, and Mary and her lamb. For three hours we had a wonderful time dancing to the music of Wilmer Hester ' s orchestra. The success of the dance goes largely to our committeemen who were Evelyn Eggert, Betty Peters, Lillie Wallace, Betsy Dale, Betty Bayes, Martha Meadows, Sybil Ford, Virginia Sutton, and Sara Cle- ments. We will all remember the redecoration of our classrooms. How could we forget it? For two weeks before our Spring holidays we were seen trooping all over the building in search of either our teacher or a classroom in which we could discuss the new improvements and not our lessons! When we returned from the holidays we began to hold our classes in our old rooms. It was really a pleasure to sit in class now that the chairs were re- finished, indirect lighting installed, a new floor laid, and the walls painted. At the beginning of the year we envied the col- lege students, who had better classrooms than we did. Now we hope they envy us! When we were definitely sure that Spring had come to stay, we began to make plans for a picnic. One evening we walked or rode in the truck over to the camp, where we cooked our supper and had a good time enjoying Nature. Some of the girls rode back to school in the truck and then persuaded George to take them for a ride. Now that school is almost ended and another group of graduates are to depart, we all regret that the time has passed so quickly and that all our good times will be only memories of our Sullins days. There will always be a picture in our minds of the graduates marching into chapel and then out again to the words of Hail, Sullins College , and a very warm spot will always be found in our hearts for the school, its girls, and its faculty. Back Row (left to right); Dale, Moninger, Eggert. Front Row (left to right): Paty, Rowley, Meadows, Clements, Phipps, Moody. The Academy Reflector editors seek inspiration on the campus. Page 119 Sara Clements Senior Princeton, West Virginia Virginia Eacock Senior Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Evelyn Eggert Senior Ironton, Ohio Sybil Ford Senior Orlando, Florida Gloria Goldstein Senior Fort Smith, Arkansas Rosemary Elsie Gray Senior Indianapolis, Indiana Jean Ann Hoffman Senior Miami, Oklahoma Doris Huffman Senior Columbus, Ohio Betty Jane Kirksey Senior Muskogee, Oklahoma Reinette Meadors Senior Wetumka, Oklahoma Page 120 Rachel Moninger Senior East Liverpool, Ohio Winifred Moody Senior Bristol, Virginia Maxine McMurchy Senior Duncan, Mississippi Betty Peters Senior Mayberry, West Virginia Margaret Scribner Senior Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Jean Scupham Senior Homewood, Illinois Mary Madison Smith Senior Mt. Airy, North Carolina Mary Sumners Senior Houston, Texas Virginia Sutton Senior Miami, Florida Jane Williams Senior Benton Harbor, Michigan ' Willie Irby Hatchett Junior Huntsville, Alabama Martha Meadows junior Charleston, West Virginia Jo Anne Paty junior izabethton, Tennessee Carol King Phipps junior Clintwood, Virginia - Wylodine Claire Potts junior RENSHAW, Mississippi N V- Joan Ray Junior Indiana, Pennsylvania 51 Betty Bayes junior Longacre, West Virginia Jean Cowden , Junior Lewisburg, Tennessee Betsy Dale Junior Fort Wayne, Indiana Betty Jean Haney junior Fort Wayne, Indiana Page 122 Cornelia Paul Rowley Junior Brooklyn, New York Peggy Skunk Junior Bluefield, West Virginia Marion Smith Junior Greenville, South Carolina Jan Staples Junior Cleveland, Ohio cOsOLv Lillie Wallace Junior Shelbyville, Kentucky Geraldine Stewart Sophomore Galesburg, Illinois Kathryn Taylor Sophomore Austinville, Virginia Marion Trosk Sophomore New York, New York Isabel Wolff Sophomore Elizabethton, Tennessee Jane Allen Wolf Sophomore Nicholasville, Kentucky Page 123 Jeanette Hyde Freshman Savannah, Georgia Matilda Paty Freshman Elizabethton, Tennessee Dorothy Jane Buchanan Special Haddonfield, New Jersey Ruth Davidson Special Orlando, Florida Jacqueline Horn Special Nashville, Tennessee CORINNE LoCKLIN Special Monroeville, Alabama Myra Sharp Special Harrellsville, North Carolina Jane McCullough Special Indianapolis, Indiana Miss Jane Gregg Sponsor Boonville, Missouri Page 124 Standing: Ambrister. Seated (left to right): McQueen, Cherry, Mewhirter. The Junior Class officers enjoy the first day of spring. The Juniors Amid the bustle and confusion caused by joyous shout and rippling laughter we arrived. We unmis- takably were the tremulous Juniors, who gazed with anticipation at the Seniors welcoming the old girls back and who were inspired more and more by the never-to-be-forgotten first moments in our college year. As we neared the college, we were deeply im- pressed by its spaciousness and majestic dignity. Situated on top cf the hill, it lent some of its Southern atmosphere to the surrounding country. Dr. and Mrs. Martin, along with the gracious host- esses, cordially welcomed us. We were shown to our rooms, where we eagerly awaited the arrival of our roommates. They finally came, and we used as our motto, We ' re broom-mates. We sweep together. Dust us too. Alter putting our rooms in order and getting our schedules arranged, we started attending classes. Most of our class-mates were strangers to us, but after the get-together party at the Hut, we all felt like old friends. With Miss Guthrie as our sponsor, we organized our class and elected temporary officers: Tony Thompson, president; Janet Rogers, vice-president; Norma Anderson, secretary; and Ruth Burnett, treas- urer. We then felt well established and satisfied. Rat Week, commonly called by the Seniors Rec- ognition Week (please let us not confuse the two), was put into effect. All week we said, Yes, Miss Demiguard and No, Miss Demiguard until the very sight of a Senior was almost enough to make us kneel down and say, Praise Allah . Accompanying these ladylike manners, a black and a white cotton stocking adorned our shapely limbs. We wore signs with our names and home cities and states on them. We also made up a fourth stanza to the Alma Mater . The Senior-Junior Tea was the climax of Recog- nition Week. Seniors escorted us to the Senior din- ing-room, where we were received by Peggy Hud- gens, Audrey Buchanan, Tony Thompson, Mrs. Mar- tin, Mrs. Baskervill, Mrs. Jones, Miss Milbrandt, Miss Guthrie, and the Junior hostesses. After the tea and the singing on the runway which followed, we felt that we had really been recognized as a part of the college. The next highlight of our social season was the Junior-Senior banquet. The Crystal Ballroom at the Hotel Bristol was artistically decorated by Miss Guth- rie and Mrs. Cowden, assisted by an able committee. The Junior-Senior Banquet is an annual affair by which the Juniors show their appreciation to the Seniors for all they have done for them. We celebrated Thanksgiving Day with a delicious dinner at the college and town permissions until ten o ' clock at night. Although our temporary officers had done a splen- did job, the time had come to elect permanent ones. As a result of the election, Georgianna Mewhirter was president; Leota Cherry, vice-president; Jane McQueen, secretary; and Elizabeth Ambrister, treas- urer. Page 126 The Christ nas dance was sponsored by the day students, who did their part toward making it a grand and glorious affair, a fitting prelude to a Christmas holiday. Music was furnished by Jimmy Livingston — a killer-diller hep-cat in the jive pattern. On ou r return, all our holiday experiences had to be related to room-mates, suite-mates, and any one else who would listen. Our attention was then focused on the much dreaded finals. Some one put out the Flunk early and avoid the rush sign, but we did not heed it (or did we?). After the strain of exams, we started seriously to prepare for Mardi Gras. Before the holidays, we had elected Jeanne Fitch Queen and Martha Oursler King. The Court had also been selected from among the members of our class. The theme of the pageant was A Day in Vien- na . Mrs. Hodge, Miss Byrd, and the members of the Duo-Art Club had transformed the gymnasium into a Viennese garden. The pageant was followed by a Mardi Gras ball held in the dining-room. Here Barney Rapp and his orchestra provided music for the dancing. The Junior Class takes this opportunity to express again its gratitude to all who helped make the 1940 Mardi Gras a success: to Mrs. McKellar (Miss Wing- field to us) and Margaret Bushby, who trained the dancers. To Mrs. Hodge, Miss Byrd, and the members of the Duo-Art Club, who planned and carried out the decorations in both gymnasium and dining-room. To Mr. Miller and the Chorus for the singing which contributed so much to the grand finale of the pageant. To Mrs. Kinser and the College Orchestra, as well as to Mrs. Cooper and Miss Turner, for the musical background. To Mr. Leggette, whose aid as electrician and general assistant was invaluable; to Elizabeth Far- quhar and the other members of the make-up class; to Mary Kathleen Martin and Mary Sumners, who assisted with the lighting effects. Last but not least, to Miss Guthrie, Georgiana Mewhirter, and the members of the Junior commit- tees who contributed so much to the success of Mardi Gras. And now we are looking forward to Proms and Commencement. But our hilarity is somewhat dim- med by a dismal light, for we realize that our best friends, the Seniors, have only two more months with us. In trying to forget the latter idea, we have plan- ned a Junior Week to take place the week of April 15. During that week we are to have all the privi- leges of Seniors. Our social committee — Jean Chesterman, chair- man; Elizabeth Crozier, Alice Cleveland, Betty Rae Davis, and Janet Heeman — have planned many in- teresting things for us. We are to have charge of the chapel programs that week. Talented Juniors will entertain us all on Tuesday and again on Thursday. On Wednesday, a history of the year will be represented; and on Friday Mrs. Martin will talk to us. On Saturday we hope to introduce the new offi- cers with whom we shall start off the year 1940-41: temporary president of OUR Senior Class, temporary president of the Student Council, and the editor and the business manager of Sampler 1941. Commencement is approaching fast, though it seems only yesterday that our knees were knocking together over the very idea of being in college. A most successful year is nearly over, and in each and every Junior there is a feeling of deep love for Sul- lins that will last her always. Left to Right: Chesterman, Davis, Heeman, Crozier, Cleve- land. The social committee plans Junior Week. Page 127 Virginia Akers Glasgow, Kentucky Elizabeth Ambrister Muskogee, Oklahoma Jean Anderson LaGrange, Tennessee Norma Anderson Bay Village, Ohio Edward Archibald Birmingham, Alabama Dorothea Akerstrom Chicago, Illinois Mary Alcorn Ravena, Ohio Patty Alcott Forest City, North Carolina Ann Marie Allen Zanesville, Ohio Gloria Amberson San Antonio, Texas Page 128 Marjorie Asquith Muskogee, Oklahoma Gladys Atkinson Jacksonville, Florida Richmond Atwater Thomaston, Georgia Mary Caperton Banks Raleigh, West Virginia Ophelia Bass Cumberland City, Tennessee Martha Ann Bengtson Lincoln, Nebraska Marjorie Biard San Antonio, Texas Charlotte Blanchard Mt. Hope, West Virginia . C W Emily Bourne Owenton, Kentucky v ir Mary Catherine Brown Texarkana, Arkansas 0 .- SL ) V- 7 ' ' W ! k Page 129 Ruth Elizabeth Eurnett ' 58. San Antonio, Texas _ V -0O V- d AA CA- V ' 0VXA -U lAiA -M-A. - . A ' -—V- A. ,-• .- ' -A Ve ' Va, ' A. i Margaret Bushby Bloomfield, New Jersey p-V - I p 0 O-AlOV ' Alice Callender Wilmette, Illinois Alice Bunker Atlanta, Georgia Suzanne Bunn Montezuma, Georgia Mary Camp Blakely, Georgia Betty Carroll Ozark, Alabama 1 I Page 130 Grace Carroll San Antonio, Texas Geraldine Cathey Lewisburg, Tennessee Virginia Cecil Bristol, Virginia Marjorie Chambers Antioch, Tennessee Leota Cherry Shawnee, Oklahoma Jean Chesterman Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Isabel Christensen Mobile, Alabama Margaret Alice Cleveland Upper Darby, Pennsylvania Mary Frances Clifford Hardburly, Kentucky Anne Coleman Chipley, Florida Page 131 I Shirley Collins Norfolk, Virginia Jo Ann Collyer Wilmette, Illinois Ona Comer Atlanta, Georgia Georgia Covey Lincoln, Nebraska Jane Mayhew Cowen West Tisbury, Massachusetts Margaret Craig Flushing, L. L, New York Margaret Crenshaw Atlanta, Georgia Elizabeth Crozier Columbia, Tennessee Louise Crumpler Dyersburg, Tennessee Betty Cummins High Point, North Carolina I t I Page 132 :j t Frances Cundell Atlanta, Georgia Neysa Dalby Gary, Indiana Betty Rae Davis San Antonio, Texas Adelaide Dickson Kittanning, Pennsylvania Virginia Dressler Elmira, New York Sarah Lou Dunagan Houston, Texas Martha Dunson LaGrange, Georgia C- ' EATmCE EmBLEN WT S.ing, West Vihg ' ini GlX ys Ehloe (n ' HOv IfE, AlABANI Ax, Page 133 Jeanne Fitch Chicago, Illinois Jean Flagler Wayne, Pennsylvania Barbara Fletcher Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Josephine Fordtran Stockdale, Texas Eleanor Frazier Mobile, Alabama Evelyn Friedman Elkins Park, Pennsylvania Joyce Estes Atlanta, Georgia Anne Evarts - ' Ann Arbor, Michigal , Harriet Fiske Atlanta, Georgia Elizabeth Felder Charleston, South Carolina Page 134 - I I Elizabeth Gibb Mountain Lakes, New Jersey Catherine Gilliland Laredo, Texas Betty Sue Goforth Charlotte, North Carolina Anne Goodin Charleston, Missouri Mary Frances Haesloop Greensboro, North Carolina Hartwei , Georgia LctitIA pANEY AbaJCOklahoma ' Betty Anne Hart -x ' Winnetka, Illinois - ■ -LG J 77 ' iG- Esther Jane Greer Sikeston, Missouri Marjorie O tjNC O ' J Ji ' Lf Page 135 Mary Eleanor Herman Camp Hill, Pennsylvania Marjorie Hewitt Kansas City, Missouri Mary Frances Hicks Paris, Illinois Kathryn Hicks Etowah, Tennessee Edith Hart Jackson, Mississippi Carol Hartman ! P Mobile, Alabama t ' 1 ( ' OkI ' ahoma Margaret Haynes Tiptonville, Tennessee Nelda Heathman Nicholasville, Kentucky Janet Heeman Wooster, Ohio Page 136 11 Ruth Higginbotham San Antonio, Texas Virginia Higgins Victoria, Texas Charlotte Hines Arlington, Virginia Mary Beth Hinson Marianna, Florida ■ i COVELLA HoUCHENS Glasgow, Kentucky Carolyn Hughes Bolton, Georgia Frances Hummell Charlestoi Mis uri , . F«T ces John N 8 Ok , ?homa City i KLAHOMA Page 137 Marjorie Keene Ocean View, Delaware Winifred Kordenat Middletown, Ohio Jean Kramer Muskegon, Michigan Lucy Landrum Thomaston, Georgia Mary Little Texarkana, Arkansas • vj , A ■ j ' Frances Loving , Covington, Virginia Evelyn Lou Lowry Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Alice Lyman Beverly, Massachusetts Norma Lewis Marianna, Florida Page 138 Betty Iane Manees Washington, D. C. Marilyn Marshall Monroe, Louisiana Betty Lou Martin Roanoke, Virginia Mary Kathleen Martin Bristol, Virginia Elinore Matheson Detroit, Michigan Jane Matton Winston-Salem, North Carolina Julia Mauermann San Antonio, Texas 0 .. ' 0 f • -■VC ' - W Betty Medford Marietta, Georgia Georgiana Mewhirter Yorkville, Illinois Audrey Mills Miami, Florida Page 139 - =jr Jean McIntosh Atlanta, Georgia Constance McKenzie Galveston, Texas Obie McKenzie Ashburn, Georgia Marianne Moses Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Waverly Murrey Lewisburg, Tennessee Be tty Myers West Palm Beach, Florida Virginia McCartt Amarillo, Texas Doris McDaniel Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Virginia McGuire Pennington, New Jersey Betty McQueen Kansas City, Missouri Page 140 V ! • Jane McQueen Kansas City, Missouri Katherine Nall Kingsport, Tennessee Emily Nepper Chipley, Florida Martha Oursler Humboldt, Tennessee Jane Paschal San Antonio, Texas Hazel Peace Magnolia, Arkansas Lema Ann Pearson Cowan, Tennessee Edwarda Peine New York, New York Page 141 Hazel Dean Robison Premier, West Virginia Mary Virginia Penick Wilmette, Illinois Jean Phillips San Francisc o, California Cecilia Piskor Turners Falls, Massachusetts Frances Pounds Jackson, Tennessee Mary Catherine Pritchard Weston, West Virginia Jane Riggs Middletown, Ohio Janet Rogers Wilmette, Illinois Julia Raney La Crosse, Virginia CiNDA Lou Powell Norfolk, Virginia Page 142 3.-.-S Rachel Rogers Shelbyville, Kentucky Juanita Ross Flint, Michigan Gloria Saal Dallas, Texas Martha Frances Salter Atlanta, Georgia Henri Ellen Sammons Williamson, West Virginia Marjorie Schwybold Covington, Kentucky Alynne Settles Chattanooga, Tennessee Shirley Short Houston, Texas 1 -. A l ' wr )) Ruth Simmons j Sussex, Ne w Jersey Edith Simpkins Mt. ' Hope, West Virginia Page 143 Jane Page Simrall Boonville, Missouri Alice Slayton Washington, D. C. 9 Sally Smedley Muskegon, Michigan Mary Louise Smith Grosse Point, Michiga Edna Spalding OuiNCY, Massachusetts Lydia Stanford Atlanta, Georgia Dean Smith Texarkana, Arkansas RIZONA Marjorie Smith Lebanon, Missouri Glenn St. Clair Tazewell, Virginia Page 144 Alice Steadman Atlanta, Georgia Phyllis Stevenson Moberly, Missouri HOBERTA Lou StEVENSON South Chari ston, WESTf, Virginia West Virginia Mary Stout • , ewoka, Oklahoma Marjorie Stuckeman Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Mary Elizabeth Sweatt Gulfport, Mississippi Doris Tedder We t Palm Beach, Florida IJHGAN ■SON I Shirley Waldman Newark, New Jersey Doris Whittaker Westfield, New Jersey Mary Lucille Wicker Austin, Texas Mary Ann Widney East Grand Rapids, Michigan Gloriana Willett Mishawaka, Indiana Harriet Williams Nashville, Tennessee Beverly Mae Tillitt Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Floride Turner Mobile, Alabama Mary Emmie Tyce Jacksonville, Florida Susan Vroom Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Page 146 Jean Willson Sharon, Pennsylvania Marian Jeanne Wilson Beaver, Pennsylvania CJUCU U) ' fil— vi 5aJV «0N S C- ouJl 77 Honto Winder Atlanta, Georgia Dorothy Witherspoon Ada, Oklahoma Shirley Woodyear Cleveland, Mississippi Peggy Goelz Nutley, New Jersey Jane Heibel Old Greenwich, Connecticut Page 147 Doris Sullivan Bristol, Tennessee Miss Bess Ava Guthrie Sponsor Graham, North Carolina Left to Right: Peterson, Hudgens, Royster, Ours. The Senior officers plan the work for the year. The Seniors Now that we ' re on the threshold getting ready to step from the grandest days in our life, our minds turn back to v hen we were Juniors. How scared we were in September, 1938, when we boarded the train for our new home! It was a home and has been for these two years. Of course, we did a little redecorating the first week - -buying accessories such as curtains and lamps for our rooms. Most of our roommates were what we were hoping and looking for, and we were in a hustle and bustle looking for them. When we finally settled down after the excite- ment, we elected Betty Joyce Cole president; Jane Jackson, vice-president; Nancy Peebles, secretary; and Dorothy Jackson, treasurer. Marguerite Mc- Neal, as social chairman, planned and effectively carried out our social activities. The Seniors continued their hospitality by enter- taining us at the Senior-Junior Tea. We still have our little red napkins, which we got as favors. We, in turn, had them as our guests at the Hotel Bristol for the Junior-Senior Banquet, where we used Susie Smith as a theme. And how the time did fly- -Christmas over, and finals, then Spring vacation. Such a welcome vaca- tion it was since we ' d worked so hard on our term papers for the Dean. Our big social event, Mardi Gras, came between finals and Spring holidays. Betty Todd was Queen, and Beverly Bass was King. The theme, Dances Through the Ages , was beautifully portrayed in both costumes and dances, and we were certainly proud of our King and Queen. Joe Haymes ' orches- tra played for the ball after the pageant, and it was grand having our friends down from the colleges nearby. The Mardi Gras was a life-saver to us after our first semester exams. The midnight oil was burned in preparing for the nightmares , but fortunately we came through. We had our Junior Week soon after Mardi Gras was over. Will we ever forget the Cabaret at the Hut and how we felt about Senior privileges? Daisy Chain and Class Day made us realize that soon we would be real Seniors. Frances Adams tried hard to hold back the tears when she put her cap and gown on Peggy Hudgens, but it was sad. Some of the girls, our very best friends, we ' d never see again, but others would greet us next year. And in the following September some of our old friends did greet us. Qne, more than any, was miss- ed. She had said so definitely that she would be back; but God had taken her, in the summer, to His school. No longer would we hear Louise Beaver laugh and ask if she could do something for us. We realized that we were Seniors with more than just a title. It was our responsibility to make the new Juniors feel at home. We got acquainted with them rapidly with Lake Day and Recognition Week as mediums. Gabby Settles had such a hard time wiping that smile off ! The Senior Tea and sing- Tony Thompson, Peggy Hudgens, and Audrey Buchanan (left to right) receive the guests at the Senior-Junior tea. Page 150 ing on the runway between Senior and Junior Wings closed Recognition Week. It was time for the Junior-Senior banquet. We were guests this time, and how proud we were! We came back Christmas and listened to all our friends ' exciting accounts of their vacation — how Bergie, Cat, and Lynn Ann were put on the engaged list; we settled down to studying for finals. Finals! What a harsh, sad word to us. Finals made us think of Commencement, and we were rapidly getting closer to it. We realized what a truly short time we did have, and our friendships became dearer. Such memorable times were those at the Hut on Saturday nights or sitting quietly in our rooms after one of Mr. Loomis ' Sunday organ recitals. Proms with out-of-town dates and Jimmy James ' orchestra proved what we hoped for. Tea on the lawn after the tea dance was so nice, and the girls looked lovely in their chiffons! The Juniors really entertained us during Junior Week. We enjoyed the series of programs in chapel and especially the serenade on Sunday night. This all meant Commencement was near, but be- fore the glorious but sad Senior Week, we had to go through our last exams. All that could be seen and heard that week were notices on the doors Studying — don ' t disturb and Please be quiet . We lived through that week, and then came the week we so envied our Junior year. We did feel sor- ry for the Juniors inside studying while we were madly rushing to and from town, playing tennis, and dancing at the Hut. Such a wonderful time. Then we marched down the aisles singing the Standing (left to right): Robinson, Becker, Woods, Litton, Patterson, Robertson, Dosser, Sullins, Dixon, Todd, Isbell, Ingalls, Leipeh. Kneeling: Hudgens, Lawler, Morison, Davies, Shallenber- GER, Young, Warren, Bradsher, Davis, Ours. Seated: Jackson, McNeal, Peterson, Ritter. The members of the May Court were elected in March. Louise Beaver Processional, Hail, Sullins College and wearing our caps and gowns the first day of Senior Week. Our hearts were full of sadness, and our eyes full of tears. Graduation was here. There was May Day, over which reigned Margie McNeal as queen and Julia Peterson. They were very lovely, and everything was in keeping with spring. At Daisy Chain we gave our positions to the Juniors. They in turn gave us their hearts in the farewell songs they had composed. On Sunday we attended baccalaureate at the State Street Meth- odist Episcopal Church. And Monday completed the two years we had loved so much. After marching down the aisles the last time and having our Junior friends squeeze our hands tightly as we passed, we listened to the ad- dress. Dr. Martin then gave us the diplomas for which we ' d been working two years. It was over. We looked at each other with heavy hearts, and thoughts of the fun we ' d had together ran through our minds: all the times we ' d laughed, played, and even cried together. Yes, it was good bye to the ones we had so dearly loved for those two years. It was audibly good bye, but we ' d ever keep them in our memory. As we turn the pages, we see them as we often saw them at Sullins — room-mates on one page, and their suite-mates just next door . Yes, they ' re all here. Page 151 I . I Peggy Hudgens Flat Rock, North Carolina Diploma in Home Economics My friends. No, it is not the chief executive of the United States speak- ing, but the president of our Senior Class. If mem- berships in clubs and offices put one in the Hall of Fame, our Pudgie is in, tor she has been in the Science and Home Ec Clubs for two years, and was secretary of the Student Council in her Junior year. She was also in Mardi Gras Court last year. Her government is one of the people, by the people, and for the people ' . ' Service with a smile is her motto. Betty Robertson Blue Earth, Minnesota Diploma in Costume Design I ' m starved — Yes, that ' s Chub . Maybe her joyous laughter and untiring energy give reason for her always saying this. Her being in the Chorus and Vested Choir tor two years offers another reason. You know, all great vocalists have to keep their weight down, and Betty does have a nice voice. She has been a member of the Duo-Art Club tor two years, treasurer of the Sky-Lite Art Club in her Senior year, and a member of the orchestra. Don ' t forget she ' s As- sociate Advertising Man- ager of the ' 40 Sampler. Page 152 Carthage, Tennessee Diploma in Dramatic Art AND Expression Lights! Camera! Ac- tion! Mim Royster! These will be the words of some movie director in Hollywood when our very dramatic Mim has started her career on the screen. With her untir- ing energy, we know this young lady will be tops. Besides being a member of the Curry Club, she is vice-president of the Senior Class, Advertis- ing Manager of the Sampler, and a member of the Clef-and-Staff Club. In her Junior year she was Editor-in-Chief of the Reflector . Lucille Kenyon Dawson, Georgia Diploma in Commercial Art It ' s just wonderful the way Ceil can say Georgia with her Southern Accent, which is as natural to her as the alphabet. Her baby talk and her fresh, wholesome face aided her in winning the election as president of the Sky-Lite Art Club in her Senior year. We have proof that she needs no aid in making good grades, for she headed Dr. Martin ' s list. Did the resemblance of the hoof beats to Krupa ' s drum beats influence you into joining the Hoofprints Club, Ceil ? The orchid you got for Valentine made all of us wish for a Jimmy. Page 153 Since she is so capable, we feel sure that she has reason to smile and that she will have her own stables some day. Was Jimmy Dorsey good at U. T. ' s mid-winters, Betty? Gwendolyn Minton Davies Barbourville, Kentucky Gwen rode right in this year. A new stu- dent, yes, but not for long. Anyone with the sportsmanship, and friendliness, and loyalty that she possesses is bound to have a great many friends and to keep them. She has been an assistant in riding this year and has proved invaluable to Miss Stevens and the Hoofprints Club, of which she is vice-president. Good gravey , the for- mal habit which she mod- eled in the Equestrian Style Show made green c ome to the eyes of most of the girls. We ' d like to see Sisk in a game with Culbertson; we would put our money on Sisk. We would also put our money on her in a horse show. Miss Stevens must think she is good too, for she represented Sullins at V. P. I. ' s horse show last year. Betty has belonged to the Hoofprints Club for two years. Eetty Sisk Knoxville, Tennessee General Diploma She will make a charming member of May Court, and has served fair- ly on the Student Council. i ii I 1 I i i. t i Page 154 Kathleen Litton Blueiield, West Virginia Diploma in Piano Kay has proved her- self an A-1 pianist in her two years here. Playing in recitals and playing duets with Mr. Loomis won her the presidency of the ' 39- ' 40 Clef-and-Staff Club. With her ability she should have little trou- ble graduating from the Curtis Institute (if his Sig- ma Chi pin doesn ' t sidetrack her.) She made a charming picture in the Mardi Gras Court last year, for she usually looks as if she had just stepped out of a band box. She at- tends most of the V. P. I. formats. Josephine Wren Little Rock, Arkansas General Diploma With Kay, Sisk, Toni, and later Shelton, Jo made a hit. In fact, with the whole Senior Class. She ' s a transfer from Lindenwood and, like the other transfers, has become one of us. We like her because she ' s gay, yet not frivolous, and frank, but a good sport, and because she can real- ly wear clothes (good-looking ones which have come in handy to some of us). Jo likes to eat sundaes and make frequent trips to V. P. I. and W. and L. Jo, it seems, is a girl without a country, or should we say state? She ' s lived in Texas, Oklahoma, and Ar- kansas. Page 155 Flossie lives by her philosophy — Eat, drink, and be merry, for tomor- row we may die . She always has a clever an- swer and a smile for everyone. Now don ' f mistake Flossie; she ' s full of loyalty, determination, and ambition. She must be to be Feature Editor of this year ' s Sampler, treasurer of the Commercial Club in ' 38- ' 39, and president in ' 39- ' 40. Florence Miller Peru, New York Diploma in Secretarial Studies Don ' t believe her when she tells you her pet aversion is a girl ' s school, for she has been here three years. Jeanne Burdette Jackson, Mississippi Certificate in Commercial Art It must be snazzy to be so artistic as Jeanne is, for she has been in the Sky-Lite Art Club two years and is vice-president this year. You can sum Jeanne up in four words: gen- erous, humorous, good sport. Though her hobby is keeping a scrap book, you ' ll never find a con- cert program in it — she doesn ' t like concerts. How she can keep loose hair in place is more than we can understand, but this preciseness v ill certainly help her get the position she wants in New York. Jeanne has made quite a few trips to West Virginia. Page 156 Elsie Lou Robinson McMinnville. Tennessee Diploma in Costume Design O Art! Oh Art! with an exclamation point. By art we mean only one of the many activities of E. Lou . In the Duo-Art Club two years, she served in ' 38- ' 39 as treasurer, and in ' 39- ' 40 as president. Her lustrous hair, a skin you love to touch , and a keen sense of style won her a position in the ' 39 Mardi Gras Court. We shall always remember E. Lou for her originality in dance decorations as well as for her attractive layouts as Make-Up Editor of Sampler 1940. Rowena A ' Delle Woods Pearisburg. Virginia Diploma in Secretarial Studies Well — no, we ' re not stalling for time — just quoting Weenie . Could it be her versatile way of saying this little word that makes her a favorite with the localites? The girls love her too for more reasons than one. Surely her friendliness, willingness, and grand disposition have something to do with it. Maybe all these qualities will help you along with that millionaire boss -yes, Rowena. In ' 39- ' 40 she has been a member of the Commer- cial Club and Associate Class Editor of the Sam- pler. Page 1 57 In her Junior year, Smitty” was known through the Science Club and by dating Henry on Sunday afternoons. When a Senior, she got her reputation by acting as pub- licity manager of the Hoofprints Club, jitterbug- ging” with Dotty at the Hut, and playing pranks. JojEAN Smith Hernando, Mississippi General Diploma I The latter is her specialty, but her pranks are- n ' t harmful — just clever. She ' s very fair always. We can usually see Smitty coming up the hill in her brown breeches _and boots any hot after- noon. She also plays a swift game of ping-pong. Frances Denny Smyrna, Tennessee Certificate in Physical Education Certificate in Expression Mrs. Jones, I ' m sorry. I really didn ' t intend to, says Denny . Slacks, camera, casual hair- do, and untucked shirts reflect Frances ' happy-go- lucky nature. When Frances says something, though it may be frank, you can rest assured that it is sincere. She has been chairman of activities in the Curry Club, treasurer of the Hoof- prints Club, and vice-pres- ident of the Science Club this year. Denny does her part to satisfy the third-floor ap- petites. Page 158 ii Dorothy Jackson Asheville, North Carolina General Diploma Dynamite comes in lit- tle packages! So does Dot”, for she has a dy- namic personality, a fiery enthusiasm, and a spon- taneous way of making friends. In ' 38- ' 39, she was presidenf of the Science Club. She shows her serious side when she presides at Student Council. She was a go getter as treasurer of the Junior Class and can also go as secretary of the Hoof- prints Club. If you should tell her she ' d make good in a journalistic career, she ' d probably say, Who? Mel Melba Isbell Albertville, Alabama Certificate in Expression and Dramatic Art When we interviewed our Helen Hayes (alias Melba) she told us, her eyes mischievously twink- ling as they often do, that she ' d probably carry on v ith dramatics if she didn ' t become a housewife. Melba ' s proved her ability as an actress these two years in the Curry Club, of which she has been president in ' 39- ' 40. We ' ll never forget her portrayal of Herod in The York Nativity and of Judas in The Other Apostle . She has a thorough ap- preciation of poetry, and incidentally, she likes to dance and sing. Page 159 Betty McAdams Okmulgee, Oklahoma Certificate in Domestic Art Betty, a transfer from O. U., was new to us this year; but being an active member of the Home Ec. Club and possessing a friendly personality, she made us love her. Mac prefers Sigma Chis, it seems, for she v ears the pin and gets several Sunday-night calls from Norman, Oklahoma (and it isn ' t her mother). She isn ' t one to have a particular group of friends, but adapts herself to all. She seems to have had a profitable time in Charleston, West Virginia. Careful, Mac ! Why? That ' s a secret! Elizabeth Farquhar Omaha, Nebraska Diploma in Costume Design Farkie herself was new to some of us thi year, but we had heard about her, for she had spent ' 37- ' 38 here. Her singing in the Chorus and Vested Choir — mainly her solo, Italian Street Song — thrilled the hearts of each and every one of us. There is no stopping her, for she can draw anything. She is majoring in Art. Luj - ' dUL y Farkie is for others, solely — she has proved it in the Student Council. Confidentially — if you dislike Nelson Eddy, keep it a secret around Farkie . I II ■ ' i Page IGO Mary Dulin Russell Paris, Illinois General Diploma ! ! I 1 V Since Dulin is Organi- zations Editor of the ' 40 Sampler, she won ' t have any trouble organizing books when she becomes a good librarian. L ' Amour L ' Amour reflects her, for she does seem to love everyone. She is true blue, too — just ask her room mate, Qualls — but she has a strong liking for orchids. She ' s often seen going to and from the archery field, for she is clever with the bow and arrow — confidentially, if Robin Hood were here, he ' d have real competition in Dulin. Frances Qualls Fort Benninq, Georgia General Diploma If you want to stay on the good side of Stooge don ' t ask her to work an algebra problem. She ' s studious, but admits, not at all hesitantly, that there is no Aristotle in her. Frances has belonged to the Hoofprints Club two years. Since she is an Army girl, she rides v ell and, like most Army girls, she ' s faithful - but we cannot understand how she manages Bob and Keith so beautifully. Though she has traveled quite a bit, Frances loves the Georgia peaches . beading the grand march at the University of Florida in ' 39 was fun. Page 161 Pat worked hard in the Duo-Art Club her Sen- ior year, and her artistic touches helped make the scenery for the 1940 Mardi Gras pageant a suc- cess. Along with art as a talent, she can do al- most any dance step. In fact, if we didn ' t know Ginger Rogers was in Hollywood, we ' d mistake Pat for her at the Hut. Mary Frederica Patterson Greensboro, North Carolina Diploma in Interior Decoration You ain ' t just a kiddin when you say that Mary has a sense of humor, for she is seldom seen with a downcast look. I Betty Francis Kirkpatrick Northfork, West Virginia Certificate in Home Economics Though Leap Year had nothing to do with it, Kirk came back Christmas with a new ring — and it wasn ' t on the right hand. Everyone was glad to see her the same sweet self after she came back from the hospital. You know it — Kirk is super! Since she ' s been in the Home Economics Club two years, and since she is so conscientious, she should make some one a good wife. We won ' t mention names (everyone here knows Curtis). Of course, she plans to enter West Virginia Univer- sity next year and be a dietitian. Page 162 I [ I, II Kathryne Speyer Wilmington, Delaware Diploma in Costume Design It ' s Well, all right if Kitty wants to go to New York next year to study art. She can do it; she certainly has the back- ground, for she has been a conscientious member of the Duo-Art Club for two years, and of the Sky- Lite Art Club in 1939-1940. Kitty has also liked being in the Hoofprints Club both years and dancing with Pat just ' most any time, because she just loves to jitter . While having her fun, she makes others happy. Was that coconut from Dick a truce? Virginia McDonald Barns Tazewell, Virginia Diploma in Piano Another Paderewski? If Jenny goes on to the conservatory, You ' ll never know. She does play well, exceptionally so, and has been on numerous recitals, including the Concerto at the end of school. In her Junior year, she be- longed to the Hoofprints Club, and this year she has devoted her time to studies and having fun. By fun we mean running up to the V. P. I. proms. Jenny likes to eat t and believes in giving! Wish we had your sweet smile, and your conscienti- ousness, Jenny! Remem- I ber hitting those keys flHHIi Spring vacation? Page 163 Certificate in Expression If you are in a blue mood and need some cheerin ' up, go see Oak- ie. With her dry wit and amazed facial expressions, she would give any- one ' s cloud a silver lining. Mildred Lou Byrd Oklahoma City, Oklahoma Dipi.oma in Domestic Science Adelaide Hall Lawler Memphis, Tennessee Diploma in Voice Ad ' s activities are many and varied. There is nothing half way about her. She ' ll finish it re- gardless of how long and hard she has to work. She ' s proved this as a member of the Curry Club and Hoofprints Club this year. Both years she ' s lent her second soprano voice (a beautiful one at that) to the Chorus and Vested Choir. She has also sung on programs outside the college, in- cluding the time she rep- resented our Alma Mater at the Gone With the Wind ball. Incidentally, she is Col- lege Life Editor of Sampler 1940. She doesn ' t mind admitting she ' s from ' way out West. Incidentally, she likes Gene Autry. She can ride a bronc , and has been a member of the Hoofprints Club for two years. Just add an interest in the Curry Club and the Home Ec. Club, and you have Oakie . i - ulw (5 I ] i! Page 164 but that hasn ' t spoiled her ability to be a model for some exclusive shop in New York. Her activities have been many and varied; namely, the Home Ec., the Curry, and the Hoof- prints Clubs. She has been critic in the Curry Club for two years. This year, she is serving splendidly as President of the Hoofprints Club — our largest and most active club. Barbara Warren Auburn. New York Certificate in Stenography You ' re not just a talking when you say that Barb had oooooodles of company this year. And did she! Her parents, several alumnae, and others (names need not be mentioned). She loves to tell that she got twelve days at home during the Spring to the little girls who got just two. Yet Barb is fair and has an interest in others. She has often been seen at the Hut danc- ing with Ann. With all this pleasure she has man- aged to put in some hard work in the Curry Club this year. Did you enjoy driving your car this Spring, Barbara? Page 165 Juanita Frances Webster Canton, North Carolina Diploma in Voice Everyone sighed a sigh of relief when the doctors said Nita could continue her singing. The soprano section of the Chorus and Vested Choir, to which she has belonged two years, would have felt her absence. Though very modest, she is willing to help with any program, whether it be at school or in town. She was made vice-president of the Clef-and-Staff Club in 1939-1940. Some day, if she continues her study at a conservatory, as she plans, we ' ll be saying, 1 knew her when. Patricia West McDowell Knoxville, Tennessee Certificate in Domestic Science Tho ' Pattie has spent little time with us, she has made a name for herself in the Home Ec. Club this year, and in playing a good game of bridge. Last September she came to us from U. T., where she was a Tri Delt. She had to leave us in February because of illness but came back all spick and span, telling us of the good times she had during the little time she wasn ' t sick. We were certainly glad to see her and sympathiz- ed with her because she had so much work to make up. She did it, however, and without a whimper. Lots of fun is Patty! Page 166 Dorothy Lee Ours Parsons, West Virginia Diploma in Commercial Art I Jeepers Creepers we have never seen so much art on the schedule of one girl. In her two years here, Dot has lent her originality to the Sky-Lite Art Club, to the Reflec- tor staff, and to the Sampler staff. And, confi- dentially, if you ' d like to know anything about the Senior class, ask Dot ; she ' ll know since she is secretary of the class. A keen sense of humor will be only one of our ever lingering memories of this well-loved gal. Here ' s to you. Dot. Winifred Heiskell Morgantown. West Virginia Winnie says emphatically, Get all you can eat, and eat all you can get. She believes in it too, for you can usually see her at the Hut with a coke in one hand and a sandwich in the other. Being a member of the Physical Education Club her Senior year and also a sports enthusi- ast kept her from getting that middle-age spread that one usually acquires at a girl ' s school. Her disposition can hardly be beaten. Her records kept the blues away from a lot of us — until April, when we had to look at her souvenirs. Winnie had the dates from everywhere this year, but (just between us) West Vir- ginia won out. Page 167 Mary Lou Becker Des Moines, Iowa Diploma in Costume Design To our knowledge, there ' s no Alexander Ham- ilton on Lulu ' s family tree, but ability to take care of money is charac- teristic of her. She has served most efficiently as finance chairman of ' 39 Mardi Gras and Business Manager of the Sampler. We might add. that her keeping money isn ' t personal. Far from it, ' cause Mary Lou is for- ever doing for others in every way. Though My Last Goodbye is her favorite lyric, she ' ll hate to admit it in May, for she is one loyal Sullinite. Margaret Rothberger Chattanooga, Tennessee Diploma in Interior Decoration Wonder if Bergie had a motive in her mad- ness when she joined the Duo- Art Club and de- cided to major in Interior? Or did the ring she got in October have anything to do with it? Her contagious laugh and foot-loose-and-fancy- free nature have made her envied by her many friends. Bergie is always ready for a bridge game or a good short story, though sleeping oc- cupies much of her time — and why not, since she hates to get up at 7:00? It will be too bad if Luke has to be at work at 8:00, Bergie, but here ' s luck to you! Page 168 PLER. She ' s been most co- operative in all her activities, which include being treasurer of the Science Club and a member of many committees, including Mardi Gras invita- tion committee in her Junior year. Can you ever forget that feeling before the Junior-Senior banquet? There is one trait in par- ticular which truly describes Opal — generosity. She is always ready and willing to help anyone. Charlene Young Paris, Kentucky Certificate in Voice Music is Lene ' s life, or is Bus? In regard to the former, she ' s been in the Clef-and-Staff Club two years, and in turn, has played in the orches- tra for both Mardi Gras pageants. As a member of the Chorus and Vested Choir in ' 38- ' 39 and again in ' 39- ' 40, she has helped make Sunday night vesper services something to be remembered. Yet, with all these scho- lastic activities, Lene manages to have fun and aw! aw! she loves to act crazy. She also likes to have a certain boy down. 190 0 , It seems that Tommy has made at least half the clubs in school during her two years. Her name may be found on the membership list of the Hoofprints, Curry, Science, Clef-and-Staff Clubs, and in May Court. Nancy Dixon Belmont, North Carolina Diploma in Physical Education She still has time, between meetings, to play games and edit the Athletics section of the Sam- pler. And, oh yes, she does see Gene and Jimmie quite often. We ' ll never forget her perform- ances as Dewey in Remember the Day . I Rachel Fain Daytona Beach, Florida Rachie came to Sullins for her Senior year with a bang! A transfer from Stephens, she made friends rapidly and has kept them. Can it be her sweet disposition and unselfish- ness? By the way, her sweaters and skirts have been a life-saver to second floor. Always ready for a good time is Rachel, but she also has that unusual quality of consideration. She should go far in secretarial work, tho ' I ' m no prophet. We wondered over her quite a bit when she came back late after Spring va- cation, but then we found out it was a cold instead of Brice that had kept her at home. Page 170 Terry Wessels Fort Benning, Georgia General Diploma Ain ' t it funny, Terry? This lovable, laughing lass has smiled her way into the Seniors ' hearts — as well as the Juniors ' . What would we have done without Terry to make us smile for the birdie when she was Photograph Editor of the Annual? She has her serious side too, in that she has been Senior representative on the Student Coun- cil, manager of the Senior Basket-ball team, and an active member of the Science and the Hoof- prints Clubs. Nancy Schnerr Philadelphia, Pennsylvania General Diploma Whenever you hear Puh-lease or You Taught Me to Love Again , you can rest assured that Schnerr ' s in the crowd. N Though she has little to say, she is faithful and true, and always willing to help. Ever hear that quotation, Still water runs deep ? Schnerr, in her two years here, has been an active member of the Science and Hoofprints Clubs. She ' s full of dry wit and sincerity. There ' s no one who loves a snack better than she. She ' s always willing to share her cheese and crackers with anyone, especially the suite down the hall. Page 171 Jane really adapted herself to her new Alma Mater this year. She ' s a member of the Home Ec. and the Science Clubs. She proved herself a good girl to her room-mate and suite-mates, and the four have been insepar- able all year. Jane Bassett Minton Barbourville, Kentucky General Diploma Let me see, knitting seems to be her hobby and her knowledge of this pastime has been in- valuable to some amateurs with the needles. Jane entertains her guests with true Southern hospi- tality. Margaret Ancell Ranson Bremo Bluff, Virginia Since Peggy has been here this year (new from St. Mary ' s in Raleigh, North Carolina) she ' s gotten into the swing of things with both friends and extra activities. The extra activities have included the Curry Club, the Clef-and-Stal Club, and the Duo-Art Club. She enjoys most of all redecorating a house. With this interest, she should make one of the best interio r decorators. She believes in the old adage a place for every- thing and everything in its place but changes the places quite often. And does she take week-end trips? Ck. Page 172 member of the Curry Club for two years, she has learned to appreciate peo- ple and study their characters. She has also been a member of the Science Club in 1939-1940. Along with her genial disposition she has an appreciation for the finer things - Claire DeLune . My Word, her room is cluttered up with Bills . With all these she should make a success of the future. Don ' t get mixed up, Margie. Betty Caroline Legg Charleston. West Virginia Certificate in Costume Design Turquoise blue and browns, wavy auburn hair, and a fair complexion suggest the outward ap- pearance of Bets . But as we look further, we see also a refined air, a quiet disposition, and an artistic nature. A dislike for cats and bugs also characterizes her. She does like horses, however, and has been a member of the Hoofprints Club for two years. The Duo-Art Club got her patronage in ' 39- ' 40, and she has taken part in some lovely dances in the Mardi Gras and May Day programs in both her years at Sullins. Page 173 Mr . Jude seems always to apply her philosophy — gaining new friends — for she was voted an in- teresting personality in her Senior year. She ' s most energetic and enthusiastic over everything she takes part in, whether it be sports o r studies — and she really had enthusiasm when her family came to take her to Florida Spring vacation. The Curry Club and Physical Ed. Club have had her as member for two years. She is secre- tary and treasurer of the latter. Lillie Raney Little Rock, Arkansas Diploma in Physical Education The play must go on — but it couldn ' t have if it hadn ' t been for Lillie, who regulated the lights. She has participated in plays too, and has had her name on the Curry Club list for two years. Her position as president of the Physical Ed. Club is probably the result of her erect posture and love of sports, to say nothing of her efficiency. She tells us she hopes to go on as a director of Phys- ical Education, but we wonder. Could her being a member of the Science Club be an outcome of her success in Social Sci- ence ? Page 174 Sarah Hoover Viola, Tennessee Hoover and Short real- ly have a screw-loose time playing pranks, laughing after lights, and putting every one in stitches. Sarah ' s cap- able of doing all these things alone, but she and her roomie are practically inseparable and very much alike in their appreciation of fun. With her determination and her spunk, she has made her membership in the Hoofprints Club last year and the Home Ec. Club this year mean a lot to her as well as to the other members. She enjoys a good meal — and that doesn ' t mean hash. Margaret Short Spring Hill, Tennessee Great wits are sure to madness near allied , so Dryden says, but Short is anything but mad. Witty? We should say dry wit at that. She can make anyone ' s expression change from a frown to a smile. While in the Home Ec- onomic Club this year, she helped, both serving and cooking, at many dinners, teas, etc. Aw tell it says some up-to-the-minute Short, when she ' s hearing news. We might add that news never gets past her ears. She is Faithful For- ever . Maybe she likes that song so very much, because it expresses her personality. Page 175 Lorine Breeding Grundy, Virginia jF- Diploma in Secretarial Studies She is good at dancing and can clap those hands when some jive is on the radio. She is not too frivolous, for she seriously hopes to carry on her father ' s business. With her accuracy, she ought to have no trouble. Helen Jo Mills Kirksviile, Missouri Helen Jo occupies her leisure time (tho ' she real- ly hasn ' t much) in writing letters to friends at Northeast Missouri State Teacher ' s College, from which she came this year. She ' s applied herself no end in studies, to Clef- and-Staff Club, and to the Hoofprints Club. She also plays in the orchestra. i I i I j i It ' s often we see Jo going to and from the prac- tice rooms carrying ' that brown satchel. Aw! Shucks! anoth- er error. Dot says this little, for she is in the Com- mercial Club, and one has to be good in typing and shorthand to be eligible for membership in that organization. We are glad she has mail to save, that being her hobby. She has an interest in missions and plans to be a missionary. With all her fine qualities, she ' ll probably make a good one and not one to snap her fingers. I Page 176 Doris Henden Mossbarger Milwaukee, Wisconsin Certificate in General Art Doris believes in that old adage, If at first you don ' t succeed, try, try again. She tries hard in everything she does and usually makes a suc- cess. Her co-operation in the Hoofprints Club and the Sky-Lite Art Club for these two years and her interest in the Curry Club during her Junior year have been deeply appreciated. She is most faithful to Audrey, and they have been the best of friends. We are backing her in that art career she is planning to follow. Audrey Jewel Thompson Chicago, Illinois Certificate in Speech There aren ' t many things that can throw Au- drey even though Alabama , her favorite mount, did cause her to spend three weeks in the infirm- ary. Regardless of this long absence from lectures and tests, she managed to make her grades and to keep her chin up. Every Thursday for these two years you could have seen Audrey running down the hall for chorus practice. In looking at Audrey one hardly sees the do- mestic qualities, but her hobby is collecting recipes. I Page 177 Nancy Peebles Dallas. Texas General Diploma The best things come in small packages. This saying may well be ap- plied to Pete , for she is one of the most efficient members of our cla ss. She made a splendid class secretary in our Junior year, and a very active member of both the Science Club and the Chorus in ' 39- ' 40, as well as Class Editor of Sampler ' 40. Evelyn Ann Bradsher Marked Tree. Arkansas Certificate in Expression and Dramatic Art Understanding and fidelity spell Lynn Ann . She ' s often seen at the Hut dancing with Boot and playing ping-pong, and any place else where there ' s a good time. Any place would be fun where she is, as her humor makes it so. Ever hear her say if it hair lips Askansas ? She has dramatic abilities, too, and has been a member of the Curry Club for two years. From the finer arts to the outdoor life — she ' s an exceptional equestrian and enjoys al- most any sport. Yes, you have a friend in her. She has been voted an interesting personality both years, for she is a good mixer and makes friends with all. Why not work hard and make the stage, Pete ? Page 178 Elizabeth Phelps Todd Salisbury, Maryland General Diploma One can usually see Toddy in the bookstore buying stationery. She has a reason, too, with all her correspondence. You know the All American Girl . Well, that ' s she. Girls like her too. Proof — though it isn ' t necessary — she was queen of Mardi Gras in her Junior year, and she has been voted an interesting personality in both years. And she does have personality! Reading is her hobby and she ' s been in the Hoofprints Club two years and also the Science Club in ' 38- ' 39. Audrey Kathleen Buchanan Memphis, Tennessee Certificate in Home Economics Whenever Boot tells you she ' ll do some- thing, she ' ll do it and ' ' 1-2-3-honest isn ' t neces- sary. During her two years here, she has belonged to the Home Ec and Duo-Art Clubs. In her Junior year, she was a member of the Chorus, and of the Mardi Gras Court and in her Senior year, a member of the May Court. Her friendly disposition and her position as social chairman of the Senior Class have brought her in contact with many girls who love her. Incidental- ly, J. T. loves her too. Page 179 Lois Ruth Ingalls Bedford, Indiana Diploma in Costume Design I ;i| ' I Whitey has danced her way into the hearts of many of us. She is rhy- thm and harmony personi- fied. The harmony is shown also in her relations with her friends, for she is able to get along with anyone. Just ask her four suite-mates! The variety of her interests is shown by her memberships in the Hoofprints Club, the Science Club, and the Duo-Arts Club. She is vice-presi- dent of the latter. She ' ll answer just grand to almost any suggestion her friends make. I I ■ I I 1 Mary Semmes Wright Memphis, Tennessee Certificate in Domestic Art Don ' t let this coy picture fool you! Semmes is always ready and willing for a good time, and is able to give one. Last year Semmes belonged to the Hoof- prints Club (when she ambled down to the meet- ings), and th is year she ' s served effectively as secretary of the Home Ec Club. Humorous? I should say so, and one of the truest. One usually sees her reading or sleeping when one walks into her room. She is also a favorite with the opposite sex, and has made several trips to W. and L. I ! { I I i I I ! I ' i - Page 180 years, has been treasurer this year, and has also been a member of the Sky-Lite Art Club this year. Being interested in art and having modeled in the life class, she should go far as a costume de- signer. Her liking for cats, her tidiness, and the like would suggest that she is of the old-maid type. But, no, not Clay! She ' s all for merry-mak- ing and even jokes with the Dean. Peggy Dosser Birmingham, Alabama Cebtificate in Voice Peggy gets as much out of life as she can and puts just as much into it. She ' s always doing something constructive, and, confidentially, she makes a few trips a year to Davidson. In addition she busies herself assisting in the library, singing in the Chorus and Vested Choir — of which she has been a member for two years — and serving on Student Council. Peggy ' s face is one continuous beam when her father comes to visit her. Keep that amazing dis- position, Peg , and you ' ll always have a host of friends. Page 181 t Julia Elizabeth Peterson Roanoke, Virginia Diploma in Domestic Art Susie . Julia was the first Sullins girl to be voted Su- sie Smith in the Reflec- tor election, and every- one knows the qualities of In her Junior year she was a mem.ber of vari- ous committees, and chairman of the Mardi Gras invitation committee. She has been a member of the Home Ec. Club for two years. She is also treasurer of the Senior Class. Last year she was a member of the Mardi Gras Court, and this year she will be our Maid of Honor in May Day. Mary Catherine Sullins Fountain City, Tennessee -L 3 9 Diploma in Home Economics We thought at Christmas that we had nearly lost a member of the Chorus, the Vested Choir, and the Home Economics Club when Cat came back with the beautiful solitaire; and after Spring hol- idays, when we heard about her silverware, we were practically sure. Though Jimmie occupies most of her time and thought, she does find time to be interested in and thoughtful of others, and to put in some hours at the Hut. Cat served on the Student Council in her Jun- ior year and, consequent- ly, she does not like dou- ble talk . As Page 182 Marguerite McNeal Bluefield, West Virginia Diploma in Voice Not that we are follow- ers of Lyly who so extrav- agantly praises, but many a girl has been brought to tears when Margie so- los in recitals. She has sung in the soprano sec- tion of the Vested Choir and Chorus for two years. She is also Faculty and Administration Editor of the Sampler, but she still has time along with all these activities to devote her attention to the browny beings and vice versa. Betcha a quar- ter Margie ' s winning way will take her right up the ladder to success. Joan Shallenberger Tulsa, Oklahoma Certificate in Speech Vogue has a conscientious patron in Shally because her clothes spell good taste and style, but clothes don ' t make the man, nor do they make Shally — she ' s already made. Carefree charm enables her to be a favorite with girls as well as with boys. Her soft chest- nut hair helps, too. Lawd honey , she has such an interest in others and does her part to make them see the brighter side of life. This probably accounts for h er being a good mixer, and having so much fun at W. and L. ' s mid-winters. Page 183 I guess you know by this time that Smythe knows the way to a man ' s heart and intends to use that knowledge before long (Ahem!). As a member of the Home Eco- nomics Club, she has prepared several luncheons which the girls say were super . Janet L. Smith Kingston, Pennsylvania Certificate in Home Economics Her co-operation in the Senior Tea really help- ed. Smythe is particularly fond of swimming and equitation (having been a member of Hoof- prints Club in her Junior year). Bet you get tired walking up the hill six times a day, Janet. Catherine Rucker Shelbyville, Kentucky Certificate in Home Economics It did not take an assassination for Tucky Tuck to step into the President ' s chair of the Home Ec Club this year from the seat of Vice-President last year. Her jolly disposition, originality, and fair play got her the position. Rucker divides her time be- tween working at the Hut, walking up the hill, re- modeling clothes for others, and resting. Whenever you see Rucker you usually see Janet — they are the very best of friends. If talking fast is a qualification for a good dietitian, Rucker should be one of the best. Page 184 Parke Shields Chickamauga, Georgia Certificate in Interior Decoration As a member of the Hoofprints Club last year, of the Sky-Lite Art Club this year, and of the Duo- Art Club both years, Parke has proved herself an all around girl . We may add that she has been secretary of the Duo-Art Club this year and a very efficient one at that. She has something besides unaffectedness, at- tractiveness and honesty, which makes the boys like her as well as the girls. Can it be her blue eyes — or her unexpectedness? Eleanor M. Hedges Alderson, West Virginia Certificate in Domestic Art Pretty drawings seem to be the hobby of Bush , and her study is filled with them. All the Seniors, as well as fourth floor, love to browse around in her room and just look. She ' s interested in costume designing, and plans to major in it. As a member of the Home Ec Club for two years, she ' s been most co-oper- ative. Eleanor was in the style show last year and has often served in receiv- ing lines at the sewing ex- hibitions. She ' s also quite a frequent guest at house parties. Page 185 C -tt - t,«e-« — ' u i — «. C ««. A ' - • e ' S4%i Elly , though she doesn ' t like talking, has a sweet way about her. While living for the future, she makes the best of the present, and so help me she has determination. Eleanor Waddell SCHERTZER Bellaire, Ohio Bettie Mildleton Norwood, Ohio General Diploma Good grades, neatness, and calmness should certainly help Bam in succeeding as a labora- tory technician. Betty has assisted in the dances of Mardi Gras in both hei Junior and her Senior years, ft isn ' t so easy to smile and let the world smile with you when there are onions around, is it, Betty? Remember the crate of oranges and Thanks- giving turkey which she so liberally shared with third floor? I bet third floor will and she will too, for she keeps a detailed and interesting scrapbook. Here ' s to you, Bettie! Since art is her hobby, she spends much time in the art studio. She has been a member of the Sky-Lite Art Club for two years. She is also an enthusiastic member of the Hoofprints Club and is always willing to help. She has danced in the ' 38- ' 39 and ' 39- ' 40 Mardi Gras pageants. Second floor won ' t forget that good candy, Eleanor. , Page 186 Geneva Hoffman Miami, Oklahoma Geneva has made a reputation these two years in basket-ball. Honestly, there ' s hardly a quicker forward than she any- where. In other ways, such as being secretary of the Clef-and-Staff Club (to which she has belonged two years), and a member of the orchestra, she has made her repu- tation grow. Along with the finer arts, violin and piano, Geneva confesses that she enjoys swimming and a swift game of tennis. She can do ' most any- thing she makes up her mind to do. Bette L. Hoar Chicago. Illinois Certificate in Stenography I don ' t knov , says Bette; life is too short so why not make the best of it? So far, she has, and if she continues to keep that sunny side up , she ought to be a success in life. It ' s often we see Bette in her brown boots and britches at the Hut beating out a little jive after a ride or a Hoofprints Club meeting. Last year she spent much of her time in Sky- Lite Art Club activities. That hill from the brown bungalow to school seems like a mountain to Bette at 7;30 a. m., when she comes up to breakfast half asleep. Page 187 Dorothy Shankel Bristol, Virginia Diploma in Secretarial Studies ' ' Dottie ' ' , a member of the Villagers ' Club for two years, has made a name for herself during her three years at Sullins. Having been a student in both the Academy and the Col- lege as well as a member of the Commercial Club for two years, she has a good idea of what corres- pondence means. Consequently her pastime is writing letters. Regardless of the many friends she ' s made, she remains faithful to Marion. The two may us- ually be seen together, both on and off the cam- pus. Marion Richard Bristol, Virginia Diploma in Secretarial Studies Little Bi is the other member of the Shankel- Richard corporation. Having been a member of the Commercial Club two years, she has learned the disadvantage of long fingernails, and admits they are her pet aversion. Marion has for two years done her part to make the Villagers ' Club social affairs something for us to look forward to. Since she is commer- cial minded and has an interest in journalism, she keeps a collection of news- paper clippings. Her house has been frequented by a lot of us. I t; Page 1 88 Mary Ann Morison Bristol, Tennessee Diploma in Domestic Science O happy day”, here comes Pette chuckling heartily at something some one has said. A happy soul is Mary Ann, and be- cause of her personality she has aided in making real occasions of our regular dances as well as of the Villagers ' Club dances. She was vice-president of the Villagers ' Club last year and president this year. In ' 38- ' 39, she was a member of the Science Club. This year she is a member of the Home Ec. Club. Her Sig- ma Chi pin sure is pert! Mary Ann Mitchell Bristol, Virginia General Diploma The girls at Sullins have really come to know Mitchie this year better than ever, since she frequently comes to a certain room on second floor for Saturday night snacks and since she assists at the Hut. It ' s fun to talk to Mary Ann over the counter, for she seems to be in a good mood always. She ' s another member of the Villagers ' Club who has helped to put it on the map. Her home ' s been a refuge for many of our par- ents these two years. She plans to enter William and Mary next year and should make the grade . Page 189 V ersatile is the word for Katherine. As a graceful dancer, she has helped make Mardi Gras and May Day programs something to write home about. In many leading roles, she won her mem- bership in the Curry Club for two years. She was secretary in her Junior year. Geneva Katherine King Bristol. Tennessee Certificate in Expression AND Dramatic Art She has been a member of the Science Club this year and of the Villagers ' Club. How any one can do so much extra-curricular and still be an A student is more than we can understand. Ruth Cox Bachman Bristol. Tennessee Diploma in Organ Between making week-end trips to V. P. I., playing bridge, and collecting antiques, Ruth ' s extra time is pretty well taken care of. Yet with all these, she helps with decorations at the Villagers ' Club (to which she has belonged for two years) socials. She has been presented at the organ on many recitals and confesses that she loves it and plans to go on to the Westmin- ster Choir School — that is, if a marriage license does not side track her. Tho ' she lives in town she ' s of- ten seen in the chapel practicing. Will we be sur- prised next fall? Page 190 Commencement Program April 15 — 8 :15 p. m. — Joint certificate recital in voice; Charlene Young and Peggy Dosser. April 16-20 — Junior Week. April 16 — Community Singing. April 17 — Professor Quiz. April 18 — Junior falent and stunts. April 19 — Talk by Mrs. Martin. Picnic at Camp Sequoya. April 20 — Mardi Gras pictures. 8:00 p. m. — Chorus recital. April 21 — Graduation dinner in Home Economics — Mary Catherine Sullins. April 22 — Graduation dinner in Home Economics — Mary Ann Morison. April 23 — Graduation Dinner in Home Economics — Audrey Buchanan. 8:15 p. m. — Recital in voice — Mrs. Chester Glenn. April 25 — Graduation dinner in Home Economics — Betty Kirkpatrick. April 26 — Harp Ensemble. April 27 — Proms. April 29 — Graduation dinner in Home Economics — Peggy Hudgens. April 30 — Graduation recital in voice — Marguerite McNeal. May 3 — Graduation recital in Expression and Dramatic Art — Mildred Royster. May 4 — Graduation dinner in Home Economics — Janet Smith. Sampler staff party for studenfs. May 5 — Graduafion dinner in Home Economics — Mildred Byrd. May 6 — Graduation dinner in Home Economics — Patricia McDowell. 8:15 p. m. — Graduation recital in voice — Juanita Webster. May 8 — Graduation recital in piano — Virginia Barns. May 9 — Graduation recital in organ — Ruth Bachman. May 10 — Graduation dinner in Home Economics — Ann Davis. 8:15 p. m. — Graduation recital in voice — Adelaide Lawler. May 11 — Graduation dinner in Home Economics — Catherine Rucker. 8:15 p. m. — W. and L. Glee Club. Page 191 May 14 — Symphony Concert by advanced students of Mr. Loomis. May 18 — Graduation recital in piano — Kathleen Litton. May 21 — 4:00 p. m. — Home Economics tea for Seniors. May 22 — 6:00 p. m. — Senior dinner. May 23 — 3:00 to 6:00 p. m. — Art, Science, and Home Economics Exhibits. 6:30 p. m. — Step Singing. 8:00 p. m. — Graduation recital in voice — Elizabeth Farguhar. May 24 — 11:00 a. m. — Domestic Art Style Show. 4:00 p. m. — May Pageant. 8:00 p. m. — Final Concert. May 25 — 11:00 a. m. — Academy Graduation. 1:00 to 4:30 p. m. — Horse Show. 4:30 to 6:00 p. m. — Tea for Seniors, Alumnae, and visitors at Dr. and Mrs. Mar- tin ' s home. 8:00 p. m. — Commencement Play: Two Crowns. May 26 — 11:00 a. m. — Baccalaureate Service at State Street M. E. Church. 5:00 p. m. — Supper on the lawn for Commencement Guests. 6:00 p. m. — Daisy Chain. 7:00 p. m. — Final Vespers. May 27 — 10:00 a. m. — College Graduation Exercises. Page 192 O Miss Ruth V. Milbrandt, whose unvarying interest, ad- mirable efficiency, and friendly co-operation have made invaluable her assistance in editing the 1940 SAMPLER, we are extremely grateful. Her delightful sense of humor en- dears her to the hearts of all with whom she comes in contact. To the individual members of the staff, we wish to express our sincere appreciation for their untiring effort and splendid co- operation in creating the SAMPLER of 1940. To Mr. Keefe Hutcheson, who has added much to the appear- ance of our book by his formal photography, we are greatly indebted. To Mr. Mcllwane, Albert Kelly, Jr., Reeve Boy, and other mem- bers of the staff of Kelly and Green, we are grateful for their aid in getting the best effects from our informal photography. To the staff of Bush-Krebs Company, we wish to express our deep appreciation for their interest and co-operation in working out our engraving problems. To Mr. T. W. Preston, Mr. E. Blair Preston, and the other mem- bers of The King Printing Company, for their willing co-operation in planning and printing SAMPLER 1940, we acknowledge our deep gratitude. To those who have advertised in our year-book, we are es- pecially grateful; for without their financial support, it would have been impossible for us to publish so representative a book. Editor-in-Chief. Business Manager. Page 193 Compliments Compliments of W. T. GRANT COMPANY State Street JEWEL BOX. Incorporated Compliments of GOODBYE TO— RAYLASS DEPARTMENT STORES 619-621 State St. Mary Patterson ' s jitterbugging. Elizabeth Farquhar ' s Nelson Eddy. Bettie Middleton ' s page boy. Margaret Ann Ramsey ' s dancing. Eleanor Schertzer ' s good boxes of food. Lucille Kenyon ' s baby talk. Elsie Lou Robinson ' s Judy . Compliments of McELRATH STUDIO J. J. McElrath, Prop. Nancy Peebles ' 1-2-3 honest . Frances Denny ' s candid camera. Margaret Ranson ' s quietness. Mary Dulin Russell ' s responsible nature. Betty Sisk ' s love of a good argument. Nancy Dixon ' s boyishness. Lorine Breeding ' s short skirts. Frances Qualls ' theories about everything. Joan Shallenberger ' s new interest at W. and L. Margaret Rothberger ' s I ' m sleepy . Opal Skaggs ' striped pajamas. Mary Catherine Sullins ' continuous smile. Catherine Rucker ' s love for sewing. Rachel Fain ' s sweaters. Melba Isbell ' s voice practice. Adelaide Lawler ' s sophistication. Lois Ruth Ingalls ' basket-ball playing. Flossie Miller ' s love for ministers. Patty McDowell ' s tardiness to meals. CITY DRUG COSMETICS PRESCRIPTIONS SODAS Sullins Girls Are Always Welcome Special Delivery Service Phone 5213 GENERAL SHELBY HOTEL 175 ROOMS Bristol ' s Newest and Only Fireproof Hotel RADIO IN EVERY ROOM BRISTOL ' S SMARTEST DINING-ROOM COFFEE SHOP SHELBY OPERATING CORPORATION Prices Reasonable George W. Summerson, Manager Page 194 On any occasion — Your portrait expresses more personal thoughtfulness than any gift you can make. You owe yourself and your friends a late photograph . . . The Photographs in This Book Done by HUTCHESON STUDIO Photographs of Distinction Bristol, Virginia Page 195 TROY LAUNDRY CO. Compliments of Dependable Laundry and Dry Cleaning Service CAMEO THEATRE Bristol, Tenn. Phone 956 Compliments of Compliments of COLONIAL GRILL COCA-COLA Every Meal a Pleasant Memory Bristol, Virginia MORLEY BROS. CO., Inc. 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Nine foreign offices give us infor- mation on every new style almost before it is born . . that is what makes KING ' S— The Dominant Fashion Center of Middle Appalachia BRISTOL DRUG COMPANY DRUGS « PRESCRIPTIONS TOILET ARTICLES KODAKS « CANDY Phone 5143 We Serve Swift ' s Ice Cream The College Girl ' s Favorite Drug Store State Street, Bristol, Virginia Page 197 Compliments of COX WHOLESALE CO. Bristol, Va.-Tenn. BRISTOL OFFICE SUPPLY COMPANY INCORPORATED Office Supplies and Equipment P. O. Box 174 Phone 200 13-15 Moore Street Bristol, Virginia Compliments of COWAN BROS. Bristol, Va. I. W. MOORE Manufacturer and Wholesale Dealer Potato Chips — Peanuts — Peanut Butter Sandwiches — Candies ROSE ' S 5— 10— 25c STORE While Down Town Eat at Our LUNCHEONETTE Athletic Goods and Luggage MOORE-EARHART CO. 647 State Street Bristol, Va. GLOVER ' S Tailors, Cleaners and Dyers 25 Sixth Street Phone 1687 Bristol, Tenn. D. B. RYLAND COMPANY JEWELERS AND SILVERSMITHS It Pays to Buy the Ryland Kind Bristol Steel Iron Works, Inc. Structural Steel, Steel Plate and Miscellaneous Iron Work — Designers, Fabricators, Erectors Bristol, Va.-Tenn. YELLOW CAB TRANSPORTATION CO. Bristol, Virginia-Tennessee Bristol ' s Largest, Dependable. Up-to-Date Transportation Company CAREFUL Courteous, Uniformed Drivers 5100 Phone « 5100 The Thinking Fellow Rides a Yellow FIELD ' S Studio of Beautiful Portraits 211 Mahoney Bldg. Bristol, Tennessee We Cater to Special Party and Birthday Cakes HECHT ' S BAKERY Bristol, Va.-Tenn. Page 198 BUNTING ' S DRUG COMPANY FINE TOILETRIES HOLLINGSWORTH CANDIES DELICIOUS SODAS STATIONERY TOASTED SANDWICHES KODAKS AND FILMS Let Us Finish Your Kodak Prints. You Will Like the Superb Work, the Pretty Borders and the Low Prices. Daily Service. HOTEL BRISTOL Newly Furnished and Decorated Featuring the . . . Beautiful Parisienne Room Crystal Ballroom Burgundy Coffee Room The Only Hotel in the City away from the Noise of the Railroad Phone 9112 Corner Moore and Cumberland Streets Page 199 BALL BROTHERS, Inc. FURNITURE Since 1905 — Easy Terms 506-510 State Street Bristol, Tenn.-Va. PHILCO AND CROSLEY RADIOS INTERSTATE HARDWARE COMPANY, Inc. Jobbers of GENERAL HARDWARE MILL AND MINE SUPPLIES Electric, Radio and Automotive Supplies Heating and Plumbing Goods Bristol, Tenn.-Va. STERCHI STOOTS, Inc. DURABILITY FURNITURE 519-521 State Street Bristol, Tenn.-Va. A Pleasant Place to Trade Page 200 SILVERGLO PHOTO SERVICE A SWEET THOUGHT: AT THE HUT The charm of a rose, where ' er it grows Makes the day seem sweeter, Films Finishing Enlarging And brings to the mind at any time Sentiments that are deeper. BRISTOL FLORAL COMPANY KELLY GREEN Our Roses Are Always Sweet Process Dated Snapshots 534 State Street BRADLEY ' S DRUG STORE Fills Prescriptions Carefully WHITMAN ' S CANDIES COSMETICS ‘5 “ 25« ' ST0R S Specialize in School Requirements BIG VALUES— LITTLE PRICES We Have the Most Complete Fountain in Bristol Meet Your Friends at Bradley ' s — Page 201 Compliments of HUNTSMAN BROS. CO., Inc. BRISTOL, TENNESSEE Chevrolet ' s the Choice Alc(2[ut Aiototi Seventh and Shelby Bristol, Tennessee LYNN-KAYLOR CO„ Inc. 642 State Street Bristol ' s Greatest Grocery Store Compliments of WATTS BAKERY Bakers of WATTS JUMBO BREAD and WATTS PARKERHOUSE ROLLS BRISTOL GROCERY COMPANY, Inc. Wholesale Grocers KING KO CANNED FRUITS DOVE BRAND SPICES Bristol, Virginia GOODBYE TO— Virginia Barnes ' trips to V. P. I. Sara Hoover ' s love for home. Betty Legg ' s pretty red hair. Peggy Hudgens ' giggle. Nancy Schnerr ' s blue jeans. Jojean Smith ' s little hats. Katherine King ' s tea parties. Betty Todd ' s love for the Hut . Jane Minton ' s soft tones. Lillie Raney ' s dates with Bill Neal. Mary Lou Becker ' s chewing gum. Betty Kirkpatrick ' s little plaid dress. Marguerite McNeal ' s prissy walk. Marian Richards ' quiet smile. Barbara Warren ' s men. Helen Jo Mills ' economic mind. Dot Ours ' twinkling eyes. Dorothy Shankel ' s interest in V. P. I. Evelyn Ann Bradsher ' s diamond ring. Dot Jackson ' s wandering around. Kay Litton ' s Pismire . Judy Ritter ' s impishness. Mary Ann Mitchell ' s long romance. Audrey Buchanan ' s animation. Juanita Webster ' s singing after lights. Mary Ann Morison ' s great line of chatter. Terry Wessels on the tennis courts. Ruth Bachman ' s organ solos. Ann Davis ' masculine leads. Rowena Woods ' curly hair. Charlene Young ' s visits to 4th floor during study hall. Mildred Byrd ' s pre-med course. Josephine Wren, the original pismire. Winnie Heiskell ' s playing shadow to Dot. Mary Semmes Wright ' s week-end trips. Betty Robertson ' s Bows and Bo . Parke Shtelds ' Jimmy . Jeanne Burdette ' s heavy schedule. Eleanor Hedges ' droll humor. Betty McAdams ' self campus. Doris Mossbarger ' s big hats. Margaret Short ' s dry wit. Audrey Thompson ' s boxes of flowers. Mary Clay helper ' s soft brown eyes. Peggy Dosser ' s constant chatter. Mildred Royster ' s love affairs. Gwendolyn Davies ' singing in the bathtub. Julia Peterson ' s neatness. Kathryne Speyer ' s shy smile. Page 202 BUSH-KREBS COMPANY INCORPORATED Louisville, Kentucky The MARK of EXCELLENCE Designers, Engravers Page 203 eat— books o I naSaa I istmclLOn The building of a superior year- book requires the closest coopera- tion on the part of the staff, the photographer, the engraver and the printer. Our connections and years of experience enable us to render a complete service. If you want to produce an outstanding year-book, let us minimize many of your publication problems. Printers, Engravers, Bookbinders BRISTOL, TENNESSEE Index o f Stud ent Album Akers, Virginia Frances Akerstrom, Dorothea Marcelle _ Alcorn, Mary White Alcott, Patty Allen, Ann Marie Amberson, Gloria Ambrister, Elizabeth Anderson, Jean_ Anderson, Norma Archibald, Edward Asquith, Marjoriev Atkinson, Gladys Atwater, Richie Bachman, Ruth Banks, Mary Caperton Barnes, Virginia Bass, Ophelia Bayes, Betty Becker, Mary Lou Bengtson, Martha Ann Biard, Marjorie Blanchard, Charlotte Bourne, Emily Bradsher, Evelyn Ann Breeding, Lorine Brown, Mary Catherine Brown, Ruth Buchanan, Audrey Buchanan, Dorothy Budd, Ches Bunker, Alice Bunn, Suzanne Burdette, Jeanne Burnette, Ruth Burton, Virginia Bushby, Margaret Byrd, Mildred Callender, Alice Camp, Mary Miles Carroll, Betty Carroll, Grace Cathey, Geraldine Cecil, Virginia Chambers, Marjorie ; Cherry, Leota Chesterman, Jean Christensen, Isabel Clements, Sara Clifford, Mary Frances Coleman, Anne Collins, Shirley CoLLYER, Jo Ann Comer, Ona Covey, Georgia CowDEN, Jean 122 CowEN, Jane 132 Craig, Margaret _ ,132 Crenshaw, Margaret 132 Crozier, Elizabeth ,132 Crumpler, Louise . 132 Cummins, Betty _ . 132 CuNDELL, Frances , 133 Dalby, Neysa , 133 Dale, Betsy 122 Davidson, Ruth 124 Davies, Gwendolyn 154 Davis, Ann Warfield 165 Davis, Betty Rae 133 Denman, Adele , 124 Denny, Frances 158 Dickson, Adelaide 133 Dixon, Nancy 170 Dosser, Peggy 181 Doverspike, Jean ,133 Dressler, Virginia Ann 133 Dunagan, Sarah Lou 133 Dunson, Martha 133 Eacock, Virginia __ 120 Eggert, Evelyn _ 120 Emblen, Beatrice C33 Enloe, Gladys , „133 Estes, Joyce 134 Evarts, Anne 134 Fain, Rachel _ _ 170 Farquhar, Elizabeth 160 Felder, Elizabeth 134 Fiske, Harriet 134 Fitch, Jeanne 134 Flagler, Jean 134 Fletcher, Barbara 134 Ford, Sybil __ 120 Fordtran, Josephine 134 Frazier, Eleanor _ 134 Friedman, Evelyn 134 Gibb, Elizabeth , 135 Gilliland, Catherine 135 CoELZ, Peggy 147 Goforth, Betty Sue 135 Goldstein, Gloria , 120 Goodin, Anne 135 Gray, Rosemary 120 Greer, Jane 135 Haas, Marjorie __.135 Haesloop, Mary Frances . . 135 Hailey, Mildred _ 135 Haney, Betty Jean 122 Haney, Letitia 135 Hart, Betty 135 .128 .128 128 128 .128 128 128 128 .128 128 .129 129 129 190 129 163 129 122 168 129 129 129 129 178 176 129 130 179 124 130 130 130 156 130 130 130 164 130 130 130 131 131 131 131 131 131 131 120 131 131 132 132 132 132 Page 205 INDEX OF STUDENT ALBUM (Cont.) Hart, Edith _-136 Hartman, Carol 136 Hatchett, Willie 122 Hayes, Marjorie Ann 136 Haynes, Margaret _ 136 Heathman, Nelda -136 Hedges, Eleanor 185 Herman, Janet _ 136 Heibel, Jane _ 147 Heiskell, Winnie 167 Herman, Mary _ 136 Hewitt, Marjorie 136 Hicks, Mary Frances 136 Hicks, Kathryn ___ 136 Higginbotham, Ruth _ - H37 Higgins, Virginia 137 Hill, Ann __ __ H37 Hime, Hazel - 137 Hines, Charlotte _ 137 Hinson, Mary Beth 137 Hoar, Betty 187 Hoffman, Geneva 187 Hoffman, Jean Ann 120 Hoover, Sara .175 Horn, Jacqueline 124 Houchens, Covella 137 Hudgens, Peggy .. 152 Huffman, Doris . 120 Hughes, Carolyn 137 Hummell, Frances 137 Hyde, Jeanette 124 Ingalls, Lois Ruth 180 Isbell, Melba .159 Jackson, Dorothy ... . .159 Johnston, Mary Frances 137 Keene, Marjorie 138 Kenyon, Lucille 153 King, Katherine 190 Kirkpatrick, Betty 162 Kirksey, Betty Jane - . 120 Kordenat, Winifred .138 Kramer, Jean 138 Landrum, Lucy ._138 Lawler, Adelaide 164 Legg, Betty _ 173 Leiper, Mary Clay 181 Lewis, Norma 138 Lias, Betty _. - 138 Little, Mary 138 Litton, Kathleen 155 Locklin, Corinne 124 Loving, Frances . 138 Lowry, Evelyn Lou . 138 Lyman, Alice 138 Manees, Betty Jane 139 Marshall, Marilyn ... _-139 Martin, Betty Lou 139 Martin, Mary Kathleen 139 Matheson, Elinore 139 Matton, Jane 139 Mauermann, Julia - 139 Meadows, Mary Martha 122 Meadors, Reinette 120 Medford, Betty 139 Mewhirter, Georgiana 139 Middleton, Bettie 186 Miller, Florence 156 Mills, Audrey 139 Mills, Helen Jo 176 Minton, Jane 172 Mitchell, Mary Ann 189 Moninger, Rachel 121 Moody, Winifred 121 Morison, Mary Ann 189 Moses, Marianne 140 Mossbarger, Doris 177 Murray, Waverly 140 Myers, Betty 140 McAdams, Betty 160 McCartt, Virginia 140 McCullough, Jane 124 McDaniel, Doris 140 McDowell, Patricia 166 McIntosh, Jean 140 McKenzie, Constance 140 McKenzie, Obie 140 McMurchy, Maxine 121 McNeal, Marguerite _ . _. 183 McQueen, Betty 140 McQueen, Jane 141 McGuire, Virginia 140 Nall, Katherine 141 Nepper, Emily _ 141 Qurs, Dorothy Lee 167 Qursler, Martha ._141 Qwens, Norma 141 Parker, Patricia 141 Paschal, Jane 141 Patterson, Mary 162 Paty, Jo Anne 122 Paty, Matilda 122 Peace, Hazel H41 Pearson, Lem a Ann 141 Peebles, Nancy __178 Peine, Edwarda 141 Penick, Mary Virginia 142 Peters, Betty 121 Peterson, Julia 182 Phillips, Jean .. .. 142 Phipps, Carol 122 Page 206 INDEX OF STUDENT ALBUM (Cont.) PiSKOR, Cecilia Potts, Wylodine Pounds, Frances Powell, Cinda Lou Pritchard, Mary Catherine OuALLS, Frances Ramsey, Margaret Ann Raney, Julia Raney, Lillie Ranson, Margaret Ray, Joan Richard, Marian Ritter, Judy _ Robertson, Betty Robinson, Elsie Lou Robinson, Hazel Dean Rogers, Janet Rogers, Rachel Ross, Juanita Rothberger, Margaret Rowley, Cornelia Royster, Mildred Rucker, Catherine Russell, Mary Dulin Saal, Gloria Salter, Martha Sammons, Henri Ellen Schertzer, Eleanor Schnerr, Nancy Schwybold, Marjorie Scribner, Margaret ScuPHAM, Jean Settles, Allyne Shallenberger, Joan Shankel, Dorothy Sharp, Myra Shields, Parke Short, Margaret ... Short, Shirley Shunk, Peggy Simmons, Ruth Simpkins, Edith Simrall, Jane Sisk, Betty Skaggs, Opal Slayton, Alice Smedley, Sally Smith, Dean Smith, Janet Smith, Jeanne Smith, Jojean Smith, Marion Smith, Marjorie Smith, Mary Louise 144 Smith, Mary Madison ...121 Spalding, Edna 144 Speyer, Kathryn . 163 Stanford, Lydia 144 Staples, Jan _ . 123 St. Clair, Glenn 144 Steadman, Alice 145 Stevenson, Phyllis 145 Stevenson, Roberta Lou 145 Stewart, Geraldine 123 Stoops, Harryetta .. 145 Stout, Mary 145 Stuckeman, Marjorie 145 Sullins, Mary Catherine 182 Sullivan, Doris 148 Sumners, Mary 121 Sutton, Virginia . _ 121 Taylor, Kathryn 123 Tedder, Doris 145 Thompson, Audrey Jewel 177 Thompson, Grace 145 Tillitt, Beverly 146 Todd, Betty 179 Trosk, Marion __ 123 Turner, Floride 146 Tyce, Mary 146 Vroom, Susan 146 Waldman, Shirley 146 Wallace, Lillie 123 Warren, Barbara 165 Webster, Juanita 166 Wessels, Terry 171 Whittaker, Doris . 146 Wicker, Mary Lucille 146 Widney, Mary Ann 146 Williams, Harriet 146 Williams, Jane 121 Willett, Gloriana 146 Willson, Jean 147 Wilson, Marian Jeanne 147 Wilson, Virginia 147 Winder, Honto 147 Witherspoon, Dorothy . 147 Wolf, Isabel 123 Wolf, Jane Allen .. . 123 Woods, Rowena .. .157 WooDYEAR, Shirley .147 WooLRiDGE, Betty 147 Wren, Josephine 155 Wright, Mary Semmes 180 Young, Charlene 169 Young, Eloise . 147 142 122 142 142 142 161 173 .142 174 172 122 188 174 152 157 142 142 143 143 168 123 153 184 161 143 143 143 186 171 143 121 121 143 183 188 124 185 175 143 123 143 143 144 154 169 144 144 144 184 144 158 123 144 Page 207 r ■ « ft ■ •V - %J ■■■ ' ■ . ■ ■■• ' • . 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