Taylor University - Ilium / Gem Yearbook (Upland, IN)

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- 0 COSMO B HISTORY OF ACADEMY CLASS OF 1916 Legend tells us that in 1912 at the time of the launching of the Academy Class of 1916, there were forty-three members, of which only four are with us today. Arthur G. Carroll, of Indiana; Leland Griffith, of Ohio; Alfred C. Lee, of Alabama, and the president of the class, Ray V. Browning, of West Virginia. To these four men we give the honor of being the charter mem¬ bers of the class of 1916. During the Sophomore year the mem¬ bers of the class were so busy translat ing Latin and solving Geometric problems that little attention was given to class activities. However, in the fall of 1914 the class spirit was revived by the election of officers and the appointment of committees. Much discussion was given to the selection of a class pin, but after careful consideration of the fact that the class was eager to accomplish something that would be of vital importance, it was decided that in¬ stead of purchasing pins this amount be sent to the starving Belgians. Another import¬ ant event for the Juniors was the reception for the Seniors. This was given in the Shreiner Auditorium ; the entertainment consisted of a number of games, an excel¬ lent program by the members of the class and last but not least the bounteous and delicious refreshments that were enjoyed by all. In the autumn of 1915 when the Senior year arrived we were glad to greet again our teachers, classmates, and the new stu¬ dents. Class activities then began to hum. The first event of much importance was the election of officers. This meeting gave us a good knowledge of parliamentary law which is not written in books. When the election storm ceased we found that com¬ petent officers were elected. The class pin and also the black and old gold class colors were selected and the students soon knew that there was a new organization in the institution. Our motto is “Crescat Scientia,” (May knowledge increase) that gives fitting ex¬ pression to the spirit of our class. We, as a class, had to blaze our way in carrying out our efforts, and have striven for new and beneficial ideas for the class and the school. May the Juniors gaze upon us for guidance and be wise! In all our social functions and gatherings, we have striven to please those about us with¬ out regard to ourselves. We have also carried away votes of praise in music, as one of our classmates is a splendid vocalist, while there are other members who are accomplished musicians on various instruments. Out of the fifteen boys in our class ten are studying for the ministry, three for missionaries, and two of them are now holding pastorates. One of our number is a politician, and another is a banker. The girls for their part rank among the highest in Taylor University in scholastic attainment. We are convinced that our class is composed of talent since it has in its numbers poets, historians, prophets, public speakers, bankers, teach¬ ers, musicians, vocalists, preachers, mis¬ sionaries, politicians, librarians and evan¬ gelists. As we are at the close of the four years of our Academic life we say to our class¬ mates : Now to thee Farewell, May virtue, truth and fortune ever be thine own. Our days with thee once more we review, Then forward, to the dim unknown. As we now depart we realize that as men are judged by the results of their labor even so do men judge an institution by its graduates, and in all our labor we shall strive to maintain a high ideal and go forth with a determination to win for the Master. ■m TAYLOR UNIVERSITY B -

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I f - COSMO m CLARENCE C. COOK was born in Hancock County, Indiana. Received his training in his home state, was married in 1909, served two years as Superintendent of the Hancock Coun¬ ty Infirmary. He entered Taylor in 1914 and was appointed pastor of the Summitville charge in 1915. He expects to finish College in Tay¬ lor. Thalo-Eulogonian. LILY LI ETCH was born in Noble County, Indiana. After finishing common school she attended High School in her home town for two years. Then she spent one year at Indiana Central University of Indianapolis. She joined the Senior Class of 1916 at Taylor in the fall of 1915. A loyal Philalethean and Soangetaha is she, an accomplished musician, and will al¬ ways be ready for service. MAUD PAYTON, a native of Indiana and a member of the Senior class of 1916, after finishing her common school work came to Taylor to pursue her advanced work. Here she has ever been on the giving hand and ever at her place of duty. GARNET M. MeINTOSH was born in Dres¬ den, Ontario, Canada. The icy-cold breezes of the northland were too severe for him so he was taken into the more mild climate of Mich¬ igan in which state he received pastorate work and some High School subjects. He entered Taylor in 1914 and became a member of the Philo Society and Eulogonian Debating Club. His future will be spent in the ministry. L. C, OSBORNE claims Ohio as his native state and proud of it he is. After finishing his common school and two years of High School work he entered Taylor to join the class of 1916. He was also one of the Taylor lucky few of 1915, in other words he returned, but not alone. ALFRED C. LEE, our Southern friend, -was born in western Alabama. There he received his early school work. A desire to see and to know caused him to take a journey northward, only to land in Taylor in the fall of 1911. He expects to return to his home state ' s Univer¬ sity to pursue a course in College and Law, yet he says that the days spent in Taylor will never be forgotten. ■m TAYLOR UNIVERSITY 0 —

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cosmo m — ACADEMY SPIZER [NKTUM Spiz. 1.—Joshua C. Breuningcr is the mem¬ ber of the Senior class noted for his polite¬ ness. He is also a prize winner and is ex¬ pected to win a Bell(e) for his reward. Spiz. 2.—Ray V. Browning is our Senior Class President but we think him very naughty since he is trying to claim the only belongings of another President. “Nuf-sed.” Spiz. 3.—When two friends part, they should lock each others secrets and ex¬ change keys. Spiz. 4.—Here is the man who never al¬ lows two faces under one hat. At least we have never seen Arthur C. Carroll so inti¬ mate, even with the fair sex. Spiz. 5.—On this day comes Clarence G. Cook who never allows his tongue to cut his own throat. All goes well with him when he finds his wife where Cain found his—in the land of Nod. Spiz. 6.—Curtis C. Fruth believes in har¬ mony throughout all the states of the world and especially in the married state. Best wishes for him who plods steadily on. Spiz. 7.—The Best Union Bonds in the Market—Marriage Certificates. Spiz. 8.—Leland Griffith, better known as “Tune,” only wishes that the present sparks of love may brighten into a flame. Spiz. 9.—Here is one, Olive Groff by name, who still holds to the old T. U. Social Re¬ form. For further particulars see Mr. Asp- lin. Spiz. 10.—Though the youngest member of our class, Chester A. Huffman loves but one, has friendship for a few, and good will for all. The girls here have lost their charms for him. Spiz. 11.—There is another, Lily Leitch by name, who is precise and disdains Equal Suffrage. She is perfectly willing, you see, to be domineered over by a man. Spiz. 12.—Next comes our typical south¬ ern orator, Alfred C. Lee, who looks for¬ ward for a better time, but is never discon¬ tented with the present. The lucky girl is not in T. U. Spiz. 13.—Blessings on the little man who bears the name of Harley J. Moore. Pie al¬ ways wears a smile and never has envy for those who are happy, but tries to imitate them. Spiz. 14.—May we be more ready to cor¬ rect our own faults than to publish the faults of others. Spiz. 15.—Now comes the one that be¬ lieves in the old saying—“A stitch in time saves nine”—and goes to the sewing room daily. L. R. Norvelle is also very fond of Dill Pickles and has preserved one (Dill) for his own benefit. Spiz. 16.—It is reported that Walter Oli¬ ver is trying to change a certain combina¬ tion of words in the English language. The words are “May (a) buse.” Spiz. 17.—L. C. Osborne lias lost all taste for the sweets of life—especially ’lasses. There is a reason. Spiz. 18.—Calm and sedate is she who bears the name of Maude Payton. It may be well said that she commands beauty’s best companion—Modesty. Spiz. 19.—“Reka” Topp is very fond of her French (man). Just ask “Paddy” about it. Spiz. 20.—May victory spin the robe of glory for the brave, and fame enroll his deeds for the Senior Academy Class of 1916. m TAYLOR UNIVERSITY »