Sullins College - Sampler Yearbook (Bristol, VA)

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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

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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

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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