University of Rhode Island - Renaissance / Grist Yearbook (Kingston, RI)

Text from Pages 1 - 200 of the 1926 volume:

The Grist PUBLISHED IN THE YEAR OF NINETEEN HUNDRED AND TWENTY-SIX By the Class of 1926 KINGSTON. RHODE ISLAND VOL. To Frank W. Keaney, A. B. Our loyal class advisor, coach and friend, who has encouraged and guided us through our four years of college activities. His memory will remain with us forever. To him we respectfully dedicate this volume. © 14 ] FRANK W. KEANEY, A. B. [S] 3 FOREWORD TO OUR READERS Following the custom of previous years, we. the Class of 1 926. have endeavored to edit this annual, the object in view being to have it serve as a record of our Collegiate Days and to be a lasting memory of our Alma Mater. It is our sincere wish that this volume will meet with your approval. If we have succeeded in doing only this, we will feel that the GRIST of the Class of 1926 has accomplished its purpose. © | 0 | Rhode Island State College Corporation Hon. WALTER E. Ranger, Pres., Com. of Education, ex-officio Providence Hon. ZENAS W. Bliss, Vice-President Providence Co.. Providence HON. ROBERT S. Burlingame, Clerk and Treasurer Newport Co., Newport HON. Thomas G. Mathewson Kent Co., East Greenwich Hon. Charles Estes Bristol Co., Warren Hon. Rowland Hazard Washington Co.. Peace Dale Hon. PHILIP A. MONEY, Member of State Board of Agriculture Exeter Deceased. 17 ] ' 13 . The Grist Board Donald R. Kinzie Editor -in-Chief Ralph P. Hill Business Manager Ira D. McIntosh Managing Editor Walter A. Presbrey. Jr. Arthur W. Grover Subscription Manager Assistant Business Manager Walter S. Gratton Advertising Manager Business Board Clifford K. Bosworth Webster Greenman Harry T. Ellstrom Helen P. Kirby Harry C. Wilbourn Editorial Board Everett P. Christopher Katherine V. Clark Mark R. Gifford John E. Harvey Clarence V. Hickey Lydia M. Jencks Florence Chester W. Jensen William Marcaccio Nathan Millman Thomas O. Mulcahy John D. Orr Martha O. Sayles [. Straight Art Editor Mark R. Gifford 1 [ 9 ] 3 £ [ 10 j I I li 1 ) I ) Table of Contents I Faculty II Classes III Athletics IV Organizations V Fraternities VI Social Events VII Grinds VIII Our Advertisers I 16 ] HOWARD EDWARDS. A.M.. L.L.D. President of Rhode Island State College [ 18 ] Heads of Courses ROYAL L. WALES. B S Dean of Engineering JOHN BARLOW. A. M. Dean of Science GEORGE E. ADAMS. M. Agr. Dean of Agriculture Dean of Men President of Rhode Island State College [ 19 ] pp : Faculty Howard Edwards. A.M.. LL.D. President J K 1 l K X: A M.. Randolph Macon College. 1876: Student. University of Leipzig. 1877-1878; Student in Paris. 1878: Teacher. Bethel Academy. Va . 1878-1880; Teacher. Bingham School. N. C.. 1880-1882; Acting Principal of Bethel Academy. Va.. 1882- 1884; Principal. Tuscumbia Academy, Ala . 1884-1885; Professor of English and Mod- ern Languages. University of Arkansas. 1885-1890; Professor of English and Modern Lan- guages. Michigan Agricultural College. 1890 1906: LL.D., University of Arkansas. 1891 ; Leave of Absence in France and England, 1891-1892: Entered upon duties as President of Rhode Island State College. 1906; L.L.D., Brown University. 1914; Vice-President of Association of Land Grant Colleges. 1921. JOHN Barlow. A.M. Professor of Zoology A ' V: 13 K t K «!•; B S . Mtddlebury College. 1 895: A.M . Brown University. 1896; Assistant Biologist. R I. Experiment Station. 1898: Professor of Biology. Fairmount College. 1898-1901; Appointed Professor of Zoology. Rhode Island State College, 1901. Marshall Henry Tyler. A.M. Professor of Mathematics e A X ' Hit B.S.. Amherst College. 1 897. Instructor at St. Marks. 1897-1899 Ap- pointed Master of Preparatory School, 1898; Appointed Professor of Mathematics. 1906: A.M.. Brown University. 1924. George Edward Adams. M. Agr. Professor of Agronomy P I K: B.S.. Rhode Island State College. 1894; Student. Cornell University. 1897 and 1899- 1901 ; Assistant in Horticulture. R. I. Experiment Station. 1895-1901 ; Assistant in Agri- culture. 1901-1906: Associate in Agronomy. 1906; State Statistical Agent. U. S. Depart- ment of Agriculture. 1901: Appointed Professor of Agriculture, 1907; Appointed Dean of Agriculture. 1917: Appointed Dean of Men. 1924. Andrew Edward Stene. M.S. Director of Extension Service Graduate. School of Agriculture. Unis’ersity of Minnesota. 1891; College of Agriculture. University of Minnesota. 1897: Teacher. Public Schools. Minnesota. 1891. 1892. 1894 and 1895; Srudent. Educational Courses. University of Minnesota, 1897-1898; Principal of Schools. Ashby. Minn.. 1898-1901 : Graduate Student, Cornell University. 1901-1902; M.S. A.. 1902; Assistant in Horticulture. Rhode Island State College, 1903-1904: Ento- mologist. State Board of Agriculture. 1904: Appointed Superintendent of Extension Ser- vice. 1904: Appointed Director of Extension Service. 1914: Appointed State Leader County Agent Work 1916. Samuel Harvey Webster, B.S. Professor of Civil Engineering lv ‘1 . X ML A.B.. Waynesburg College. Pa.. 1893: Instructor. Jackson High School. Mich 1894-1896; Instructor. Washington State College. 1896-1903: Student. Leland Stanford University. 1903-1904; B.S., University of Illinois, 1906; Instructor in Civil Engineering. Oklahoma State College. 1907; Appointed Professor of Civil Engineering, 1907. ROYAL Linfield Wales, B.S. Professor of Mechanical Engineering 1 K l . A X A: B.S.. Massachusetts Institute of Technology. 1902: Instructor. Massa chusetts Institute of Technology. 1902-1904; Instructor in Mechanical Engineering. North Carolina State College. 1904 1905: Assistant Professor of Experimental Engineering. Uni- versity of Tennessee. 1905-1908: Appointed Professor of Mechanical Engineering, 1908: Dean of Department of Engineering. 1909; Leave of Absence in Bureau of Standards. Washington. D. C., on Carburetor Research, January 1 to September 1, 1921. Burt Laws Hartwell. Ph.D. Professor of Agricultural Chemistry CSC; 2 E 4 K B.S.. Massachusetts Agricultural College and Boston University. 1889, Associate Chemist. Massachusetts Agricultural Experiment Station. 1889: Appointed First Assistant Chemist. R. I Experiment Station. 1891 ; M S.. Massachusetts Agricultural Col- lege. 1900: Ph D.. University of Pennsylvania. 1903: Appointed Associate Chemist. R. I. Experiment Station. 1903; Chemist, 1907: Professor of Agricultural Chemistry. 1908: Appointed Director of Experiment Station. 1912; Agronomist. 1913; Fellow in American Association far the Advancement of Science. [21 | 1 Herman Churchill, A.M. Professor of English and History B0ri:$K4 ;$BK: A B . Syracuse University, 1894: Summer Sessions. Chautauqua, N. Y . Chicago University: AM., University of Wisconsin. 1902: Instructor in High Schools of N. Y.. Wis.. and 111 . 1894 1901: English Department. Northwestern University. Evans- ton. III.. 1901-1907: Head of English Department. Southwestern College, Winfield. Kan., 1907-1909: Head of English Department. Nebraska Wesleyan University. 1909-1912: Appointed Professor of Rhetoric and Composition. 1912: Professor of English and His- tory 1921. John Everett Ladd. M.S.A. Professor of Animal Husbandry 0 X. A Z. B S.. New Hampshire State College. 1911: M.S.A. at Purdue. Ind.. 1917; Appointed Professor of Animal Husbandry at Rhode Island State College. 1918. CHARLES Carroll, Ph.D. Professor of School Law and Administration 1 B K: A.B . Brown University. 1898; LL.B . Harvard Law School. 1901: Admitted to Rhode Island Bar. 1901: A M . Brown University. 1911; Ph D.. Brown University. 1915; Instructor at Rhode Island Normal School, 1916; Assistant to Rhode Island Com- missioner of Education. 1916: Deputy State Director of Vocational Education. 1919: Professor of School Law and Administration. Rhode Island State College. 1919. GRACE E. Bird, Ph.D. Professor of Educational Psychology Ph.B.. University of Chicago. M.A.. Columbia University. 1916: Ph D., Brown Univer- sity. 1918: Assistant in English. University of Chicago: Taught at High Schools in Mont.. 111.. N. H.. and Rhode Island College of Education; Member of American Psychological Association : Appointed Professor of Educational Psychology at Rhode Island State Col- lege. 1919. WILLIAM Anderson. M.S. Professor of Electrical Engineering 2 E; l K «l . B.S.. Kansas State Agricultural College. 1898: Assistant in Mathematics. Kansas State Agricultural College. 1899-1902: Instructor in Physics and Electrical Engi- neering. Kansas State Agricultural College, 1904-1906; M S . Kansas State Agricultural College. 1906: Instructor in Physics and Electrical Engineering. Michigan College of Mines. 1906-1912: A M.. Cornell University. 1911: Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineer- ing. 1912-1919; Michigan College of Mines; Appointed Professor of Physics and Elec- trical Engineering at Rhode Island State College. 1919. Joseph Waite Ince. M.A. Professor of Chemistry 4‘ K ' I ' . AB, Brown University. 1902: M.A.. Brown University. 1904; Instructor in Chemistry at Brown University. 1902-1904: Instructor in Chemistry at Denison Univer- sity. 1904-1905: Demonstrator of Chemistry at McGill University. 1905-1908: Profes- sor of Agricultural Chemistry at North Dakota Agricultural College. 1908-1919; Agri- cultural Chemist at North Dakota Agricultural Experiment Station. 1908-1919; Appointed Professor pf Chemistry and Head of Chemistry Department. 1919. H. LOUIS Jackson. M.S. Professor of Industrial Chemistry A F ; B. S.. Massachusetts Institute of Technology. 1905: M.S.. Hamilton College. 1909; Instructor at M. I. T.. Assistant Professor of Chemistry at University of Kansas; State Chemist of Idaho; Overseas Service in Sanitary Corps. U. S. Army: Appointed Professor of Industrial Chemistry. 1919. Mrs. Lillian L. Peppard, M.S. Professor of Home Economics B.S.. Michigan Agricultural College: M S.. University of Chicago: Assistant Professor of Domestic Science and Domestic Art. Michigan Agricultural College. 1906-1911: Associate Professor of Household Arts. Michigan Agricultural College. 1911-1918: University of Chicago. 1916-1917: Member of National Council of Omicron Nu. 1911 1915: Sccrc tary of Michigan Home Economics Association. 1911-1917: Member of Michigan State Executive Board of Red Cross. 1916-1918: Assistant Professor of Home Economics. Rhode Island State College. 1918-1920: Appointed Professor of Home Economics. Rhode Island State College. 1920. Robert Marshall Brown Professor of Geology 4 A 0. 2 S. Brown A B. ‘91: Harvard A.M . 1902: Geologic Survey during the War: Special Investigator of Petroleum, Pennsylvania Area for United States Government: Mem- ber of American Association of Geographers: Fellow A. A. A. S ; President National Coun- cil of Geography Teachers: Captain U. S. Army Signal Corps: Author of numerous books on Geology and Geography and Scientific Publications: on Editorial Staff of the Journal of Geography. [ 22 ] HENRY G. May, Ph.D. Professor of Bacteriology W X; 0 B K- 22 E : 0 K 0, B.S., University of Rochester. 1913; PhD.. University ot Illinois. 1917; Junior Zoologist. Bureau of Animal Industry. Wash.. D. C.. 1917-19)9; Bacteriologist. Central Medical Department Laboratory. Dijon. France. 1918 1919: Pro- fessor of Biology. Mississippi College. 1919-1920; Appointed Professor of Bacteriology at Rhode Island State College and Chief of Division of Animal Breeding and Pathology in Experiment Station. 1920. Basil E. Gilbert, Ph.D. Chemist, R. . Agr. Expt. Station — E: Undergraduate course at McMaster University. Toronto. Canada: Lieutenant in Canadian Infantry and British Flying Corps, 191 6-1920- Post-graduate work at McMaster University for the degree of M.A., granted a studentship by the Canadian National Research Council. President of student body at University. 1919-1920; Chemist with Imperial Varnish and Color Company. Toronto, 1920-1922: Instructor in General Science and Biology. Brandon College. Brandon. Manitoba. Canada: Student at University of Chicago during the summer. 1920-1923: Post graduate student at University of Chicago: Elected to Sigma Xi : fellowship and scholarship at the University. 1923-1924; Fellowship at Boyce Thompson Institute for Plant Research. Yonkers. N. Y.. 1924-1925 ; Ph D.. Uni- versity of Chicago. 1925; Chemist at R. I. Agricultural Experiment Station, 1925. Harold W. Browning, Ph.D. Professor of Botany H X. «! ' K 0. X E: T A: 0 2; B.S.. Rhode Island State College. 1914; Appointed As sistant Professor of Botany. University of Wisconsin. 1914-1916: MS.. University of Wisconsin. 1916: Fellow in Botany. University of Wisconsin, 1916-1917; Instructor in Botany. University of Wisconsin. 1919-1920; Ph.D. University of Wisconsin, 1920; Appointed Professor of Botany at Rhode Island State College. 1920. Frank Bertram Mitchell, A.B. Professor of Modern Languages S A E: Member of the Modern I anguage Association of America; studied at Alliance Fran- caise in Paris. 1913; A.B.. Boston University. 1914; Modern Language Master at the Law- rence Academy. 1916-1917: Interpreter in France during World War; Member of the First Army Intelligence Corps in France: Student at the French University of Dijon; Taught French and Spanish. University of Vermont. 1919-1921; Middlebury College Spanish School. 1920: United States Naval Academy. 1921-1924: Student at Alliance Francaise. Paris. 1921; Graduate Student. Department of Romance Languages. John Hopkins Uni- versity. 1921-1924: Appointed Professor of Modern Languages. Rhode Island State Col- lege. 1924 JULIA Ionf. Foster, A M. Instructor of Modern Languages A B . Nebraska Wesleyan University. 1916; A N.. Boston University. 1924; Public School. Nebraska. 1916-18; Teaching and Study in Chile and Bolivia. South America. 1918-1923. Appointed Instructor in Modern Languages at Rhode Island State College. 1925. Claude G. Hammond, Captain. U. S. Army Professor of Military Science and Tactics Second Lieutenant. 1st Inf. National Guard. S. C., Federal Service. July 8. 1916. to August 7. 1917: 2nd Lieutenant. Regular Army, assigned to 56th Inf . August 7. 1917. to January 1. 1918; 1st Lieutenant. 19th Machine Gun Battalion. January 1. 1918. to June 9. 1918. Captain. 19th Machine Gun Battalion. June 9. 1918, to June 25. 1920; Captain, Inf., on detached service attending Motor School June 25, 1920. to October 10. 1920: Captain. Inf . unassigned. Instructor in Machine Guns, Inf. School. Fort Benning. Ga.. October 10. 1920. to Steptember 1. 1921 : Captain. Infantry, unassigned, taking the Course of Instruction at Fort Benning. Ga.. Inf. School. September 15. 1921, to June 1, 1922: Captain. Inf., unassigned, attached to Staff at Fort Benning. Ga. On duty as Con- struction Quartermaster. June 1. 1922. to May 31. 1923. Captain. Inf., unassigned, duty as P. M. S. and T.. Rhode Island State College. May 31. 1923, to date CHARLES Lloyd Sweeting. M. A. Professor of Business Administration 0 K 0. A.B.. Harvard. 1914: M.A.. Syracuse University. 1922: School Principalships. Clifton. N. J.; New Rochelle, N. Y.. 1914-1919; Statistician in U. S. Army. 1918: Training Office, Federal Board for Vocational Education. 1919; Instructor and Assistant Professor, Syracuse University. 1919-1923. [ 23 ] ' ae ' Philip Edward Bunker Associate Professor of Business Administration Educated at Gilman High. Northeast Harbor. Me.: Boston University. B.B.A.; Research University (Washington) M.C.S.; Graduate Work. Syracuse University. Employed by Gillette Safety Razor Co.. Boston Mass : Aetna Insurance Co. Boston, Mass.: Thomas Plant Shoe Co., Public Accountant. Maine. N. Y. Taught at Juniata College, Hunting ton. Pa., Syracuse University. Member of Beta Gamma Sigma (Hon. Business F-rat.). Alpha Kappa Psi (Prof. Business Frat). Theta Phi Lamda (Accounting Frat.). Ap pointed Associate Professor of Business Administration at Rhode Island State College. 1925. George Holland Baldwin. B.S. Professor of Teacher Training in Agriculture Supervisor in Public Schools of Rhode Island: B.S . Rhode Island State College. 1915: Practical Work with Dairy Herd. Dexter z sylum, Providence, 1915: Animal Husbandman. Extension Service. R. I. S. C., 1917-1919; Instructor in Agriculture. Colt Memorial High School. Bristol. R. I.. 1922-1923. Grace Catherine Whaley, B.E. Professor of Teachers ' Training Professor of Teachers ' Training in Home Economics, R. 1. Normal School. 1909: Ele mentary School Work. 1909-1911 . Student. Columbia University. 1911-1912: Instructor in Home Economics. Providence Technical. 1911 -1923: B.E.. Rhode Island College of Education. 1923: Appointed Professor of Teachers ' Training in Home Economics. R. I. State College. 1923. Frank William Keaney. A.B.. «1 B K Physical Director and Coach A.B.. Bates College. 1911: Sub-master and Instructor in Science and Mathematics and Ath- letic Director at Putnam. Conn . 1911-1912; Sub master and Instructor in Science and Mathematics and Athletic Director at Woonsocket. R. I.. 1912 1917: Instructor in Science and Athletic Director at Everett. Mass.. 1917-1920: Appointed Coach and Physical Direc- tor and Instructor in Chemistry at Rhode Island State College. 1920. HOWLAND BurdiCk, B.S. Assistant Professor of Dairying I’ I K ; B.S., Rhode Island State College. 1896; Appointed Assistant in Agriculture and Farm Superintendent. 1896; Appointed Instructor in Agriculture. 1900; Appointed As- sistant Professor in Dairying. 1906. Calvin Lester Coggins, B.S. Assistant Professor of Physics and Electrical Engineering B.S.. Rhode Island State College, 1907: Graduate Work. 1907-1909; Assistant in Physics. Ohio State University. 1909-1910; Assistant in Physics. Dartmouth College. 1910-1912; Instructor in Physics. Stevens Institute of Technology. 1912-1914; Appointed Assistant Professor of Physics and Electrical Engineering. 1914; Associate Member of American Phy- sical Society. FRANK Hartwell Bills, B.S. Assistant Professor of Mathematics B.S.. New Hampshire College. 1910; Appointed Instructor of Mathematics. Rhode Island State College. 1910. Appointed Assistant Professor of Mathematics, Rhode Island State College. 1917. Helen Elizabeth Peck. A.M. Assistant Professor of English Literature 2 K; 1 K ! . A.B., Wellesley. 1904; Principal. Gilmanton Academy. 1906-1907; Vice- Principal. South Kingston High School. 1909-1915: Instructor. Rhode Island State College. 1915; Appointed Assistant Professor of English Literature. July, 1919; A.M.. Brown Uni- versity. 1924; Appointed Professor of English Literature. 1924: Appointed Acting Dean of Women. 1926. Mabel DeWitt Eldred. B.S. Instructor in Drawing B.S., Rhode Island State College, 1895: Appointed Instructor in Drawing. 1897: Rhode Island State College. [ 24 ] 3 Paul D. Cartf.R. Captain, U. S. Army Assistant Professor of Military Science and Tactics Commissioned 2nd Lieutenant. Inf.. O. R. C.. August 15, 1917, accepted August 15, 1917; 1st Lieutenant of Inf., October 25. 1918, accepted November 1. 1918; Captain of Inf., November 13. 1918. accepted January 10. 1919, vacated September 18. 1920: 1st Lieutenant of Inf.. July 1. 1920: Captain of Inf.. July 2. 1920. accepted September 14. 1920. Discharged as Captain and appointed 1st Lieutenant November 18. 1922. Served over seas with the 28th Inf. 1st Division, from September. 1917. to September. 1919. Served at Camps Merritt.. Taylor, and Dix from October. 1919. to June. 1922. with 28th Infantry. 1st Division. Attended Infantry School for Officers at Fort Benning. Georgia. 1922 1923. Assigned to the 26th Infantry, 1st Division, at Plattsburg Barracks. N. Y June. 1 923. Served two years at Plattsburg Barracks. N. Y., from June. 1923. to June. 1925. Transferred to the detached officers ' list and assigned to duty at Rhode Island State College by the War Department order, dated April 22. 1925. On duty at Rhode Island State College from June 30. 1925, to the present date. Commissioned Captain February. 1926. RALPH Eugene Brown Instructor in Mechanical Engineering B.E.E.. Northeastern University. 1922: S.M.. Massachusetts Institute of Technology. 1925: Assistant Instructor in Physics. Northeastern University. 1920-1921; Assistant Instructor in Drawing. Northeastern University. 1921-1922: Instructor in Mechanical Engineering. Northeastern University. 1922-1923: Instructor in Graphics and Mechanical Engineer. Tufts College. 1923-1924; Instructor in Descriptive Geometry. Northeastern University. Summer Sessions. 1921-1925: Appointed Instructor in Mechanical Engineering at Rhode Island State College. 1925. CLARENCE Elmer Brett. B.S. Instructor in Poultry Husbandry B.S.. Rhode Island State College. 1913; Instructor in New York State School, 1918: Ap- pointed Instructor in Poultry Husbandry. Rhode Island State College, 1918. FRANK F. Archibald Instructor in Mechanical Engineering Apprenticeship in machine shop. Edinburgh. Scotland. 1894-1900: Staff Engineer at Crighton Institution. Dumfrce. Scotland. 1900-1903: Engineer at Victoria Flour Mills, Glasgow. 1903-1905: Supervisor of Electrical Work at St. Leonard Engineering Works. Edinburgh; Master Mechanic at I.outtit Laundry Co.. Providence. R L. for five years: Foreman for three years at Franklin Process Co.. Providence: Appointed Instructor in Mechanical Engineering at Rhode Island State College, 1920. LESLIE A. Keegan. B.S. Instructor in Agronomy P I K: B S . Rhode Island State College. 1919: Graduate Student and Instructor in Agron- omy. University of Maine. 1920: Appointed Instructor in Agronomy. Rhode Island State College. 1920. Frederick Bauer. M.S. Instructor in Zoology B.S . Connecticut Agricultural College. 1920: M.S . 1922; Appointed Instructor in Zo- ology. 1922. HERBERT V. Marsh. B.S. Instructor in Horticulture A I’ P; BS Massachusetts Agricultural College. 1915: Teaching Agricultural Subjects at Gorham. N. H. 1916-1917; from 1917 to 1920 engaged in Teaching Agriculture in High Schools in New Hampshire: Appointed Instructor in Horticulture at Rhode Island State College. 1920. Mrs. WINIFRED M. Keanf.Y, A.B. Instructor in Physical Training for Women A.B.. Bates College. 1911: Undergraduate Assistant in Physical Training at Bates College. 1910: Taught Settlement House Work, Buffalo. N. Y.. 1911; High School and Play- ground Work in Alton. N. H.. 1912-1913; Assistant Principal. Palmerton. Pa . School. 1913-1914: Appointed Director of Physical Education for Women at Rhode Island State College. 1921. Cecil Langford Brown. A.M. Instructor in Chemistry AX S. I’A: B.S. in Agriculture. State College of South Dakota. 1918: A.M. in Chem istry. University of Missouri. 1921: Inorganic Chemistry. University of Missouri. 1920- 1921: Science and Mathematics. High School. Motley. Minnesota. 1921-1922: Science and Mathematics. Proctor High School. Minnesota. 1922-1923: Biology and Algebra. High School. Kansas City. Missouri. 1923-1924; Appointed Instructor in Chemistry. Rhode Island State College. 1924. [25] ] WINIFRED Ha ' ZEN. B.S. Instructor in Institutional Management A Z. O N: B.S.. Oregon Agricultural College, 1921; Instructor in Institutional Manage- ment. Oregon Agriculture College. 1921-1922: Appointed Instructor in Institutional Man- agement. Rhode Island State College. 1922. CARRICK EARL Wildon. B.S. Instructor in Horticulture B.S.. Massachusetts Agricultural College. 1916; Instructor in Floriculture at M A. C. for two years, doing also Post Graduate Work in the Botanical Department: Overseas as Adju- tant in U. S. Army. 1918-1919; in practical work on large estates; Appointed Instructor in Horticulture. 1922. CLARA Mae Taylor. B.S. Instructor in Home Economics B.S . Teachers ' Training College, Columbia University. 1920: M.A.. Teachers ' Training College, Columbia University. 1923; Instructor in Home Economics, High School. Bridge- ton. N. J.. 1920-1921. 1921-1922: Appointed Instructor in Home Economics. Rhode Island State College. 1922. George Warrf.N Phillips. A.B. Instructor in Modern Languages A.B . Princeton University. 1917-1918: U. S. Field Artillery, in France one year: 1920 1922; Instructor. Hamburg High School. N. J.; Appointed Instructor in Modern Lan guages. 1922. Marian E. Df ATS, M.A. Instructor in Botany t K I . A.B . Mount Holyoke College. 1920: M.A.. Syracuse University. 1922; Graduate Student in Botany Department. Syracuse University, holding Teaching Fellowship in Bot- any. 1920-1922. LLOYD L. Tower Instructor in Mechanical Engineering Graduate. U. S. Naval Academy. 1920; Staff Communication Officer and First Assistant Engineer. U. S. S. Rochester. 1920: Gunnery. Torpedo. Athletic and Communication Offi cer. U S. S. Toucey. 1921; Chief Engineer. U. S. S. Toucey. 1922: Practical Work with Manning. Maxwell and Moore. Inc.. 1922-1923. FORMAN T. McLean. Ph.D. Plant Physiologist , Experiment Station B S„ Sheffield Scientific School. 1907: M S.. Forestry School of Yale University. 1908; Ph D . John Hopkins University. 1914: Head of Plant Physiological Department. Univer sity of the Philippines; with Botany Department. High School. Chico. California, with summers with Dr. D T McDougal. Coastal Laboratory for Plant Physiology of the Car- negie Institution of Washington, at Carmel. California, 1921-1923. Henry B. Potter, M.D. College Physician Lucy Comins Tucker Registrar and Secretary to the President Augustus Boss Davis. Jr. Bursar William Joseph Whelan, B.S. : P I K Superintendent of Buildings [26 1 =L Experiment Station Staff Howard Edwards. A. M.. LL.D.. Burt L. Hartwell. Ph. D. Henry G. May. Ph. D Forman T. McLean, Ph. D Basil E. Gilbert, Ph. D John B. Smith, B.S. S. C. Damon, B.S. F. K. Crandall. B.S. Waldo L. Adams. B.S. Walton H. Scott, B.S. Herman E. Segelin. B.S. Nathaniel Helme President of the College Ex-Officio Member Director, Agronomy Animal Breeding and Pathology Plant Physiology Chemistry Associate, Chemistry Assistant, Field Experiments Assistant. Field Experiments Assistant. Chemistry Assistant. Animal Breeding and Pathology Assistant. Animal Breeding and Pathology Meteorology 3 Extension Service Staff Howard Edwards. A.M., LL.D. President of the College. Member ex-officio Andrew Edward Stene, M. S. Director and State Leader in County Agent Work Lorenzo Foster Kinney, Jr.. M.S State Leader in Club Work MISS Sara Coyne St ate Leader in Home Demonstration Work THOMAS E. McLoughlin. B.S. f County Agent. Providence Co. District SUMNER D. Hollis fCounty Agent, Newport Co. District Francis Spink Madison, B.S f County Agent. Southern R. I. District Norma Doris Kinne, B.S.. t Home Demonstration Agent. Southern R. I. Farm Bureau Mrs. Vivian P. McFawn, t Home Demonstration Agent, Providence County Farm Bureau In co operation with United States Department of Agriculture, t In co-operation with the United States Department of Agriculture and Farm Bui [ 27 ] ' a.o. Class of 1926 President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Assistant Treasurer Honorary Member Chester W. Jensen Martha O. Sayles Mark R. Gifford Walter A. Presbrey. Jr. Helen P. Kirby Frank W. Keaney HISTORY It is with the most sincere pleasure that we present herewith our Senior Class. In the Fall of 1922 a record number of Freshmen presented themselves at the doors of our Alma Mater in search of knowledge. After registration they settled into the routine of college life as if to the manner born. Curriculum and non-curriculum activities were entered into with great vim, developing both students and athletes. The Freshman football team went through an exceptionally successful season, the basketball team was unbeaten, and, in due time, the Sophomores were taken into the wet at the annual rope pull. The class contributed highly to the success of the Varsity track and baseball sea- sons. and ended up the year with a bang-up banquet and dance. Sophomore year witnessed the usual decrease in our number. Again we proved ourselves masters at the art of pulling on a rope and dropping the apple ' ' in the iron ring. Many of our men became regulars on the Varsity teams during this year, but scholastic honors were not quite so numerous. The Soph Hop upheld socially the standard of achievement set by the class in its other activities. Junior year was immortalized by a never-to-be-forgotten Prom. Kings- ton. temporarily transformed into a Garden of Eden, through which the strains of the best jazz obtainable floated disturbingly, was overrun by men and their flappers. Jupe Pluvius arrived true to schedule in time to dampen the spirits of the interscholastic participants. Although dampened, however, these spirits were by no means decreased, and a very successful meet was run off. Again the class assisted nobly in maintaining the good name of Rhode Island on the athletic battlefields. Basketball proved to be our stronghold, the team playing through a successful season in the face of one of the hardest sched- ules of recent years. The Commencement Ball was run with the dispatch and dignity signifi- cant of experience in the management of such affairs. And now we are on the last leg of our voyage. Our ship has come through the scholastic storms, battered .... but still afloat. We have given all we had to our Alma Mater, realizing that we will always owe her more than we can hope to repay. Soon we go forth into the world to put to the test our ability to be good citizens, and to further so far as it lies in our power the name and fame of our dear old Rhode Island. 129 ] EVERETT Perry Arnold. A X A, I A North Attleboro. Mass. Skeet Electrical Engineering Phi Delta (1) (2) (3) (4); Stage Manager Phi Delta (4); Vice-President Lecture Association (2); President Lecture Association (3); Adjutant (3); Captain (4); Subscription Manager Beacon (2): Military Ball Committee (3) (4); A. I. E. E. (4) : Masonic Club (1) (2) (3) (4) : President Masonic Club (3) ; Manager Lreshman Baseball (3) : Manager ' Varsity Baseball (4) : Blanket Tax Committee (4) ; R. I. Club (4) : GRIST Board (4). That big cog in the wheel ' man from D. T. I., after the World Strife, returned to Kingston to take up engineering. Analogous to the ‘Fly Wheel ' he has kept going ever since. Because of his moral courage and patience. Typ ' s On ne passera pas failed to halt him in his e fforts. During his first three years he was seldom seen leav- ing the Environment of Knowledge: but in his senior year he acquired a mastery of English, which enabled him to seek pleasure in North Attleboro and endure studies in Kingston. The success in his past adventurous sally gives him spirit to undertake another, so as he leaves us in June we wish him success as an aspiring Engineer. Simon Ahronian Providence. R. I. Si Applied Science Rope Pull (1) (2): Football Squad (1) (2) (3): Glee Club (1). Behold the picture of our Si. Prof Jackson ' s pet student. Si was a versatile chemist: he could break more Victor Meyes tubes and thirty-five dollar thermometers than the rest of the class put together. This bright young man will succeed anywhere with his winning smile and humorous jokes. B r-r-r-r . Si ' s” favorite expres sion. could be heard along with OH , Mr. Ahronian. at any time of day in the Chemical Laboratory. Here ' s to your success in late life. Brother Chemist. Stephen Dominic Barardinelli, Z II A Westerly, R. I. Steve Doughnut Cruller” Applied Science CrossCountry (3) (4); Track Squad (3) (4): Scholastic Honors (3). “Steve came to Rhode Island two years ago from the University of Pennsylvania, where he spent his leisure time burning up the cinders under the watchful eye of Coach Lawson Robertson. He continued to show his stuff as a track and cross country man as soon as he hit our peaceful township. He ran on the freshman team in 1924-25. He then joined the formidable varsity cross country team and helped it to further glorify the name of Rhode Island. Cruller. unlike many of our athletes, is an honor student and somewhat of a social lion. Last summer he attended Boston University Summer School and also took a fling at the night life of Boston where he had many strange and embarrassing experiences. When Steve graduates from Rhode Island State, he plans to take a course in the Tufts Medical School so that some day we will hear of the great Doctor Baradinelli. Well, good luck. Steve. old man, when we are not feeling well we will send for you. 130 ] ::: smy Morris Barasch. BNE Providence. R. I. Moshua ' Mort” Electrical Engineering Rope Pull (1) (2); Glee Club (1) (2); Beacon (1): Class Basketball; A. I. E. E. member. Electrical Engineering Society (3) (4) ; Class Debating (1). Gentle reader, as you look at this picture you will notice a far-away look in the young man ' s eyes. He is thinking of the Rose of Narragansett Pier. Barasch entered college a year before our class, he left for a year and then joined us in our Senior year. He has been a faithful member and is sure to carry on our noble (?) traditions. Moshua was too busy to make Phi Kappa Phi. although he did not neglect his studies. Yellow Fords. Rose and dancing took up some time, didn ' t they. Mosh ? It is a toss up whether Barasch decides to compete with Ford in automobile manufac turing or with Arthur Murray, the famous dancing teacher. Moshua ' s unfailing good humor and shrewdness will carry him through life without hitting the low spots Lillian Annabel Biltcliffe, BAO Providence. R. I. Lil Home Economics Class Basketball (1) (2) (4); Track (1) (2) (3) (4); Hockey (1) (2) (3) (4) ; Tennis (1) ; Manager Girls ' Basketball (4). Lil doesn ' t need a personal. Even a one-hundred page book would be doing her an injustice. Where you hear Lil laughing you can feel confident that a regular time is going on. And as for dancing, who could refrain from asking her for just one dance? Would one wonder, then, that she should be a prominent figure at all of our major functions? Lil ' s” activities are not confined to social circles, however, for she has always devoured her studies with practical ease, never on any circumstances, allowing overstudy to get the best of her. Athletics have been her favorite pastime, her eager participation in the various sports resulting in her election as Manager of the Girls ' Basketball Team. Such popularity must be deserved. and we feel sure that with her strong character of perseverance she is bound to become prominent in the social world. Here ' s luck to you. Lil. Stanley Clark Bliss, 0 X Providence. R. I. Stan Zenus” Electrical Engineer Class Football (1) (2): Class Treasurer (1) (2): Rope Pull (1) (2); Class Hat Committee (2): Freshman Banquet Committee (1): Sergeant (3). Throughout the college career of this youth we find Stan Bliss one who is always on the job. He soon gained popularity among his class-mates, not by taking their dough in carrying out his duty as class treasurer, but by his willingness to co operate He has not definitely decided upon what line of work to take up. but those who know him best expect to find him chauffcuring and tuning up cars during his spare time When you have trouble with your car tell Stan.” he will fix it or break it as k Bink. he knows. When you want a date, ask Stan. he gets along with all the women, if you doubt me you may refer to any of our co-eds. [ 31 ] ) Clifford Kenneth Bosworth. 9 X Providence, R. I. ' Kippie Kipps ' ' Bozzy Chemical Engineering Varsity Football (2) (1) (4); Varsity Basketball (4): Varsity Track (3) (4); Assistant Manager of Cross Country and Track ( 2 ) ; Manager of Cross Country and Track (3); Manager of Rhode Island Interscholastic Track and Field Meet (4): Manager of Freshman Cross Country and Track (2) ; R. I. Club (2) (3) (4) : Secretary of R. I. Club (3) ; President of R. I. Club (4) : Chemical Society (1) (2) (3) (4) ; American Chemical Society (4) ; Student Council (3) (4) : Vice President of Student Council (4); Chairman College Development Committee (4); Business Board of GRIST (4) ; Blanhel Tax Committee (2) (3) ; Rope Pull (1) (2) ; Class Football (1) (2); Scholastic Honors (1). Gentle reader, as you gaze upon this picture you see a true son of Rhode Island State, a man who always stands for what he believes is right. His record in college has neither been duplicated in the past nor ever will be duplicated in the future, for there is only one Kippie. For proof you have only to look upon his list of accomplishments, and there can be no doubt. To those who cannot sec. you arc advised to ask a certain girl in the class of ' 28 and the answer will be the same. To Kippie as you go forth here is to success and happiness. Sidney Jacquth Bragg, C C South Windsor, Conn. Sid Electrical Engineering Rope Pull (1); Sergeant (3): Lieutenant (4); Secretary A. I. E. E. Officers ' Club (4). In September. 1922. Sid left the forest of South Windsor, in Connecticut, where the wooden nutmegs grow, to come to the attractive city of Kingston After learning how to get around without being hopelessly lost Sid decided to become a true Kingstonian. 1 rue to his decision he has left Kingston but once, when he went to Camp Devens with the R. O. T. C. Our greatest explorer of Worden ' s. Thirty Acre and Hundred Acre is Sid, who. with his canoe, has voyaged to the uttermost parts of these solitary bodies of water When asked why he journeyed alone his reply was, It must be so. It so happened that after two years of staying on the east side of the Campus he began to wear a path across to Davis Sid ' s” electrical engineering ability will probably lead to the radio, broadcasting the latest news of experiment in the Fourth dimension. Andrew Robertson Brown, A X A Providence, R. I. Andy Parson Business Administration Very quiet, little to say. that was Andy when he arrived here from Tech. but. my. how he has changed! He is now the center of activity and wise cracks plen-nn--ty. and not cheap. It has always been his way to choose the harder course: that is why he changed from engineering to Business Administration, and from the Gas Company to Matunuck-by-the-Sea. In his senior year Andy when out for the P. T. team developed two of the most beautiful nuggets (one on each arm) that you ever saw. Strongforte has taken a back seat. But friends must part: so may Wall Street be on its guard when you blow in. Andy.” I 32 J Percy Everett Christopher, B$;TKA: I K I : AT A Newport. R. I. Chris Agriculture Rope Pull (1): Freshman Reception Committee (2) (3): Class Debate (2): Varsity Debate (3): Captain Varsity Debate (4): Aggie Ball Committee (2) (3): Chairman (4) : Flower Judging Team (2) (3) (4) ; Vice President Aggie Club (3) ; President Aggie Club (4) : Track Squad (2) : Vice President Y. M. C. A. (2) : Dele- gate to S. V. Convention at Indianapolis (2) ; Chairman S. F. F. Committee (2) ; College Song Leader (3) (4) ; Glee Club (1) : Glee Club Leader (2) (3) (4) : Glee Club Soloist (1) (2) (3) (4): Glee Club Quartet (1) (2) (4): President Y. M. C. A. (3): Scholastic Honors (2) (3) ; Fruit Judging Team (4); GRIST Board (4) ; President Debating Society (4) : Blanket Tax Committee (4). Whoa. Napoleon! Do you see the same record up above that I do? Chris came over to R. I. S. C. from Newport. That was handicap enough but when he voluntarily became an Aggie — well — that combination ought to have finished any man off in short order! But look at what did result. Gaze upon that list of activities and honors above. Hells! Bells ' ! Chris ' s success may be attributed to his immunity to the amorous glances of co-cds: he was not a co-edder. After all, though, why should a poor dumbbell such as I am try to epitomize the great. We all knew Chris for his social and athletic achievements as well as his scholastic honors, and we all wish him the best of luck in the years to come and that ' s that, B ' Gosh Heck — Giddap. Napoleon, it looks like rain. Katherine Viola Clark, 2 K; I A Providence, R. I. Kay Home Economics Varsity Basketball (2) (3) (4); Captain (4): Class Basketball (l) (2) (3) (4); Captain (2) (3): Varsity Track Team (3); Track Manager (2); Beacon Board (1) (2) (3) (4); Secretary (3); GRIST Board (4); Phi Delta. Secretary (4) ; Panhellenic Association (3) (4) : Secretary (3) ; President (4) : Junior Prom Committee (3): Commencement Play (3). Vivacity, enthusiasm, and initiative arc fit words to describe Kay.” Look above for four years of activities to prove that these qualities exist. A veteran athlete who won her letter when a Soph now crowns the year of ' 26 as Captain of the Varsity. Athletics were not Kay ' s object in coming to college, but Home Economics which has not suffered by her interests in other things, but rather became flavored by the witticisms Kay” added for variety. Titian lost his masterpiece in losing Kay, the girl with the beautiful hair in the Senior class. The fact that she is universally known and appreciated in her college work may well be a forecast of her future. Genevieve Coughlan, X Q Malden, Mass. Gen Applied Science Class Basketball (1) (2) (3) (4) ; Class Tennis (1) (2) (3) (4); Baseball (2); House President (3): Secretary Lecture Association (3): Junior Prom Com- mittee (3). When we were just wee green freshies there sauntered nonchalantly into our midst Genevieve Coughlan of Boston District, distant, dashing and aloof our Gen typifies the true American College woman. Under a mask of business-like indifference she hides a true feminine personality, a deep love of beautiful clothes and love of the terpsi- chorean. Through our four years Genevieve has proved herself a sincere friend and loyal helper. Was ever more spirited work put into a Prom than Gen ' s” in her efforts for the success of our Memorable Prom? Although equally popular among Eds and Co-eds Genevieve has still found time to prove herself a capable student. Her love of English has shown itself in her ability for that subject. We feel sure that Genevieve ' s distinct charm and personality will bring her much success. [ 33 ] Vincent Paul Cummings, C C North Adams. Mass. V P” Vin” Applied Science Class Baseball (1) (2); Rope Pull (2); Baseball (2) (3); Cross Country (3) (4); Basketball (2) (3); Track (3) (4): Biological Society (3). Hey. Monitor. I wanna study.” The dormitory has been quiet since V. P. has been on the job. We don ' t think it is entirely his fault, though. Yes. Vin” came all the way from North Adams. Mass., to break test tubes and chase bacteria at Rhode Island State. As in everything else, be has succeeded very well at both. He likes to cut open worms and insects: and you can find him spending hours squinting through a miscroscope looking for a bacteria ' s tonsil. Paul intends being a solemn M. D. after another four years of digging for knowledge. If he does as well in the future as he has here, and we are sure he will, he will show the medical students what Rhode Island State can do for a fellow. We are going to try some of Dr. Cummings ' pink pills for all ailments. In spite of our dignified Dr. Cummings he will always be the same old Ruth Elizabeth Curran, 0 A 0 Pawtucket, R. I. Ruth Home Economics Class Basketball (1) (2) (3) (4): Baseball (2): Hockey (2) (3) (4): Scholastic Honors (1): Commencement Play (2) (3): Class Track (2) (3) (4). In September. 1922. Ruth” came to us as the only class co-ed representative of that noble edifice of learning — Pawtucket High School. She had a weakness for Math, and immediately absorbed all the available courses in it claiming to be training herself for work as a statistician, but now we find her a real Home Ec. Senior. Whenever the class basketball team has appeared in Lippitt. Ruth” has always done her best to guard the glory of ' 26. To be a good sport is an accomplishment and is one of Ruth ' s” characteristics, therefore we feel sure that life after commencement will be a real success to this member of 1926. Donald Hammond Dennis. AAT Shawomet, R. I. Don” Denny Red Ants Business Administration Varsity Track Squad (1): Economists (3) (4); Fraternity Basketball (2) (3) (4). Questions in abundance is one way of attaining great knowledge our learned professors have told us. and this is where Denny shines as a leading star of the first magnitude. Combine this ability with a happy disposition tempered by a certain earnestness of purpose — and there you have Denny. Chief Eskimo of the Igloo. His periodical interest in the fair sex (nothing but the summer time will do ' ), his facility of expression in French, and his pacific tendencies as monitor of his suite, are of the wonders of the modern world to his fraternity brothers. But there is no doubt that the future generation will find Denny as one of the leading financiers of the country. [34 | George Ellis Dewsnap, A X A Providence, R. I. Duke Ellis Applied Science Class Football (1) : Rope Pull (2) ; Soph Hop Committee (2) : Secretary and Treasurer Chemical Society (4). This debonair youth needs no introduction. He is well known and well liked everywhere. This is the reason he took drill his Junior year. The Army felt the need of his personality plus. Duke has attained the honor for which many have striven, he is the perfect type of the perfect collegian. He possesses that complete understanding and savoir faire which makes him the envy of the campus. Duke has chosen to specialize in Chemistry and handles a mean technique. Not in Chemistry alone, but along social lines as well. This hunter from Bear Mountain can report on parties which extend far beyond the zone of Kingston. His graduation will be the rounding out of four years of most pleasant companionship, and we feel that only the greatest success can accompany him. Harry Bernhard Eckloff, Z II A North Providence, R. I. Red mi ( hanical Engineering Engineering Society (1) ; Rope Pull (2) ; M. E. Society (3) (4) ; Assistant Manager Basketball ( 3 ) . Four years ago this chap came to our Alma Mater, from Tech High, with the purpose of furthering his education to a higher degree. During his first year in college he was very meek, quiet and unassuming. After a year had passed Harry was known to all of us by his pleasing personality. Red has gone along in his four years of academic study with a favorite phrase. Guess I ' ll get by. and as a result has managed to pass his courses with very little application of studying. As a pastime in college. Harry has taken recreation courses with Lanza Wales and as a result (?) he is to take up automotive engineering. Red” is a fellow who. having made ple-c-e-nty working in East Hall dining-room carrying dishes, supports a Packard. Tough luck! Although this youth has entered into only a few of our campus activities, nevertheless he has more than contributed his share of knowledge (?) to midnight leagues. Harry has developed into a D. T. L. for several known reasons (you can ' t keep any- thing from us, Harry) and as a result has been running wild” socially this year. Harry Thurston Ellstrom, C C Hartford. Conn. Silent Elly Fikap Mechanical Engineering Scholastic Honors (1) (2) (3): Engineering Society (1) (2): Mechanical Engineering Society (3) (4) : Vice President of Mechanical Engineering Society (4) : Student Council (3) (4) : GRIST Board (4). Four years ago. from the Capital City of Connecticut came Silent. He was chemically inclined when he arrived but upon deciding during his Sophomore year that his energies were being misguided, he changed to the Mechanical line. Since then he has been a shining light among the Engineers and he is unexcelled in the steadfastness and consistency of his work. Besides being a success as an Engineer Elly has been un- equalled as a monitor During his Senior year he was a monitor in East and any of the noisy Freshies and Sophs will vouch for the effectiveness of his pipe down ' Harry ' s experience as a monitor has emphasized the fact that he is a man ' s man. He has culti- vated a large sphere of influence among the men, but it is limited to them. He has neither been influenced by the attractions down the line nor succumbed to even the fairest co-ed. His friendship is prized highly by all of his associates and his ability is conceded by all. [ 35 ] Mark Russell Gifford, 0 X T K A Providence, R. I. Mike” • ' Senator ' ' Applied science Secretary of Class (1) (2) (3) (4) : Soph Hop Committee (2) : Manager of Class Football Team (2) : Junior Prom Committee (3) ; Editorial Board of GRiST (4) : Arf Editor of GRIST (4) : Rope Pull (1) ; Secretary of Student Council (4) : Chairman College Activities Committee (4) : Chairman Commencement Ball Committee (3) ; Tau Kappa Alpha (1) (2) (3) (4) : President of T. K. A. (4) : President of Debating Society (3): Varsity Debating (1) (2) (3) (4); Captain of Varsity Debating (3) (4): Secretary of Athletic Association (3): Assistant Manager of Football (3) : Manager of Football (4) : Vice President of Lecture Association (31 ; President of Lecture Association (4) : Vice President of Biological Society (4) : R. I. Club (4) : R. I. Delegate at Princeton at the founding of the National Federation of Students of America (4) : Managing Editor of Freshman Bible (3) : Blanket Tax Committee (3) (4). Rhode Island has all the reason in the world to be haughty and proud of this young man known to his friends as Mike. The college has shown us what it thinks of Mike by choosing him from the entire student body to represent his Alma Mater at Princeton at the founding of the National Federation of Students of America. This is but one of a great long list of activities and achievements while a student at the col- lege and we wish Mike the same if not greater success in later life. Willis Briggs Gifford. I A X N West Tisbury, Mass. Giff Bill General science Masonic Club (1) (2) (3) (4) . President Masonic Club (3) (4); Phi Delta (2) (3) (4); Business Manager $ A (2): President A (4) : Varsity Track (1) (2) (3) (4); R. I. Club (1) (2) (3) (4); Varsity Football (2) (3) (4): Captain Varsity Football (3) : Rope Pull Captain (2) : Winning Rope Pull Coach (2) (3) (4) : Student Council (3) ; Handbook Committee Chairman (3) : Biological Society (3) (4): Class Track (1) (2) (3); Class Football (2): Debating Society (4): Varsity Debating (4). Brown lost a versatile combination of virility when Giff transferred to Rhody in 1923. Competition he craved. We have athlete, debater, business executive, and leader combining in one. the virtues of each, with the defects of neither. This 1919 Class Strong man of Brown. college high jump record-holder, and football captain found Military Drill too arduous so substituted Art. Poetry, and Co-education courses. Though the possessor of numerous A s and B ' s Giff seldom permitted his studies to interfere with his College Work. The hurry problem he solved by racing time with his flivver or by beating it with his Peerless. Rumor has Giff pledged to a certain sorority, but upon this he will not comment. Friends hint that Giff is to enter the ministry. Walter Samuel Gratton. AAW Providence, R. I. Walt Sam Grat Jickey Business Administration Class Football (1): Varsity Football (2) (3); Varsity Track (1) (2) (3) (4) ; Rope Pull (1) : Beacon Board (2) (3) : Campus Editor of Beacon (3) ; Busi- ness Manager of R. I. Handbook (4) ; President Economist Society (3) : Polygon (3) (4) : Scholastic Honors (3) : Student Council (4) : R. I . Club (2) (3) (4) ; Home- coming Day Committee (4) : Interfraternity Council (4) : Masonic Club (4). Dcpcchez-vous. madames et messieurs, et rencontrez Mcssieur Gratton. un Gentil- homme. If the woman pays at least she keeps the change in the form of fraternity pins. Say you not so. my gay Lothario? You. with the debonair manner and the pseudo seriousness of a future county magistrate. To think that you aspire to be a leader in the world of business administration ' Neither the door of business success nor the door of political success will ever be opened to you for your nationality is against you. Back to your tea. you jickey. and don ' t rush in where even Americans fear to trea d But now we lay aside all levity and give praise where praise belongs. Walt has surely made good and well he might, for a man with the pep of a sprinter and the pluck of a football player is bound to succeed His active life here at college has engendered a great deal of sincere admiration and friendship among those who have come in contact with him and no one who ever met Grat, even if but for a brief moment, could resist his charm and geniality. He has always been capable of adjusting his own views and of accommodating himself to the customs and manners of others with such great facility and modesty that in the equation of his life the X can have but one meaning, namely, success, happiness, prosperity, and honor. [ 36 ] i Webster Greenman. P I K Westerly. R. 1. Webbie • Web Civil Engineering Freshman Basketball (1) ; Corporal (2) ; C. E. Society (2) : GRIST Board (4). In the Fall of 1922 that great southern metropolis of Rhode Island, Westerly, let loose from its folds, one. Webster Greenman. After taking Applied Science, he decided that he did not want to chase bugs any longer, so he performed that rare feat of chang ing to Engineering. Web to an outsider appears very quiet, but those who know him can attest that his droll sense of humor has livened up many a league.” His line of activities are varied anywhere from a guard on the C. E. ' s basketball team to driving his dilapidated collegiate Ford into parts unknown It is rumored of late that he is spending much of his time going back to the old home town and giving the folks a treat. There is no doubt, but what with his sterling oualities. we will soon hear of him building bigger and better things in the future. Best wishes to you. Web Davisville, R. I. Mechanical Engineering Harry Bruce Griffith, Z II A Bruce Rope Pull (2) : Sergeant (2) ; Glee Club Orchestra (1) (2) (4) ; Junior Prom Committee (3) : Polygon (4) ; Mechanical Engineering Society (1) (4). This good looking chap is the representatis ' e of Davisville. R. I.. in the class of ' 26. He was seldom seen in Kingston after dark during his first two years because some attraction made him a Commuter. But in his last two years he became a real Kingstonite and endeared himself into the hearts of his fellow students by his cordial welcome and his genial disposition. He is well known for his musical ability and is an active member of the Collegian Orchestra. Like all champions of the weaker sex he is a regular attendant at all the social functions. We expect to hear of him later as a suc- cessful M E. or leader of a large jazz orchestra. We wish you all the good luck in the world, Arry boy. and know you will make good. Arthur White Grover, P I K Providence. R. I. Art” Applied Science Rope Pull (1) (2) ; Beacon Board (1) (2) (3) ; Subsirtption Manager Beacon (3) ; Assistant Manager Basketball (2) (3) : Glee Club (1) (2) (3) (4); Corporal (2) : Sergeant (3) : Lieutenant (4) ; Soph Hop Committee (2) ; Military Ball Com- mittee (4): Assistant Business Manager, GRIST (4): Officers ' Club (4): Chemical Society (3) (4). When Providence Tech closed its doors for vacation in 1922. Art” found himself beset with the stupendous problem of choosing a career. By reason of which, a few months later we discovered him in our midst fishing for knowledge in the channels of chemistry. However, all learning does not come from books, so he entered various lines of activity his Freshman year, and even tried his hand at shoveling coal — not of his own choice, we must add. Versatility is an admirable trait to possess, and of this Art has a great deal. The activities with which he has been associated are enough to dem- onstrate this as a fact Besides the regularly recognized campus activities Art has entered others with distinction. While the champion co-edcr of the age is as yet un- crowned. we hold the opinion that Art should be given serious consideration when the laurels arc awarded. There are whispers of certain invasions of a border town of the state also, but we dare not give away too much about that. As a leaguer Art has batted for an average near the 1.000 mark for the past four years, and is thereby qualified to enter any discussion on any subject. He is also a tourist of reputation, having taken many personally conducted tours of New England. That he is fond of travel is attested to by multitudinous worn soles, for he journeyed into a far coun- try — and came back afoot. If the past years can be used as a standard to gauge future events, we are able to predict nothing but success for him in the time to come. [37J John Edwards Harvey, C C Pawtucket, R. I. ' Swede ' ’ Jock ' ' Whitey” Electrical Engineering Manager Freshman Basketball (3); Manager Bashetball (4); Rope Pull (2); Class Debate (I) (2); Class Treasurer (3); A. 1. E. E. (4); Junior Prom Com- mittee (3); Commencement Ball Committee (3). One bright day in September. 1922. a smiling blonde youth appeared in our midst. The first words he uttered were. Have you heard about the Scotchman who- ? Although, at times Jock” has been known to explore the wild fast messes of Down- t he Line and made trips to the northward his footsteps have never turned towards the grim. grey, turreted castle of the Co eds Davis. Although some whisper that Jock is a sheik (he does practice the Charleston in his own room), his real talent lies in his ability to debate on any subject when his friends drop in. In the near future we will hear that John has invented some new marine electrical device, for he. like all Scotchmen, is a lover of the sea. James Henry Haslam, B 1 ; I A Palmerton, Penna. “JJM Applied Science Varsity Basketball (1) (2) (3) (4) ; Class Basketball (1) (2) ; Class Football (1) (2 );R.I.Club (I) (2) (3) (4) : Phi Delta (2) : Color Sergeant (2). We doubt if our readers need any introduction to Jim — we ' ve seen him on our campus ever since the fall of ' ll. when he arrived from Palmerton. Penna. You see. he has taken an active successful interest in athletics — and what can ' t be seen — that he has faithfully supported every college activity. In the pictures we shall remember of our classmates, we see Jimmie shooting down the road and Jimmie — the ever smiling, ever the comrade. Clarence Vincent Hickey, Z n A Providence. R. I. The Bishop Civil engineering Varsity Football (3) (4); Varsity Baseball (3) (4): Junior Prom Committee (n. Varsity Basketball (4); President of R. I. A. A. (3); R. I Club (3) (4)- Polygon (4) ; GRIST Board (4) ; C. E. Club (4). a f reshman The Bishop was tom between his desire to enter athletics and the White Lights of Providence so for two years we saw little of The Bishop as he was a commuter. However, in ' 24. Kingston became his permanent abode, and he became a mainstay on the football eleven This, nevertheless, did not claim all his time and like all great men he had his weakness— namely— the weaker sex After seeing him perform we have no doubt that he was well versed in their traits. With experience as a „ waucr “ 3 summer hotel, the Bishop was rewarded with a waiter ' s job at East COU,d bc hcJrd any morn ' n R • ' 7:30— Hey. von ' Dinner is at 12 00 W ith always a good word and a smile for everyone, the Bishop became endeared in the heart of his fellows students. With good luck, old man. and with .best wishes— we know you will succeed in C. E. or whatever you may undertake. [ 38 ] Alfred Milton Hill, 0 X Bristol. R. I. Sandwich ' - Electrical Engineering Class Football (1) (2): Class Baseball (1) (2): Class Basketball (1) (2); Varsity Football (3) (4); Varsity Baseball (3) (4); Varsity Basketball (3); Rope Pull (1 ) (2) : Member of A. I. E. E. (4) . Sandwich is another one who has not wasted any efforts or time while staying on the hill with us. From the first day he landed here, he has always pushed ahead whether it was studies or activities. Across the campus has had very little attraction for him. but once a year at least, one from that side has remarked that they never saw that Fresh- man before. Furthermore. Bristol might be the most illiterate town in the country or state, but here is an exception and some day we feel sure that through him Bristol will be known as a most progressive place. Ralph Pringle Hill, P 1 K Woonsocket, R. I. Pringle” Hilly” Civil Engineering Rope Pull (1): Class Basketball (1) (2); Baseball (1) (2); Class Football (1) (2): Varsity Basketball (1) (2) (3) (4): R. I. Club (1) (2) (3) (4) : Captain Basketball (4 ) : Business Manager GRIST (4) ; Junior Prom Commit- tee (3): Polygon (3) (4): National Inlerfraternity Council (4). One day in September a worldly young man was thrown off a freight train at Kingston and having no other plans, decided to go to college here. But the railroad ' s loss was our gain As an athlete. Pringle needs no introduction as he has proven his worth time after time by his aggressiveness and spirit of fair play. His activities, however, were not devoted entirely to athletics for his versatility is well known by his class activities. A glance through these pages will show his ability as Business Manager, for as such he has made this book a success. Graced with a charming manner, a genial disposition and a ready wit. Hilly” is a friend to all who know him With such qualities as these he is bound to succeed, and the best wishes of Twenty -six are with him in anything that he may attempt. Katherine Genevieve Holley, X il . «I� A Providence. R. I. Kae Home Economics Vice President of Athletic Association (3) : President of A. A. (4) : Soph Hop Committee: Home Economics Board (2) (3); Class Track (1) (2) (3) (4): Varsity Track (3); Class Basketball (1) (2) (3) (4): Junior Beacon Board (3); Captain Class Basketball Team (4) : Commencement Ball Committee, Phi Delta (3) (4): House President (3) (4); Varsity Basketball (4). Shall I compare her to a Summer’s day’ She ' s far more lovely, and twice as gay.” If you become acquainted you ' ll find Kae” to be a good sport. Anyone who has watched her dance across the floor of Lippitt would pronounce her an apt pupil of terpsichorean grace. Kae has showed a limitless interest in all athletics, especially in upholding the glory of ' 26 in Hockey. Tennis and Basketball. She is more than good- hearted and generous, spreading a spirit of cheerfulness at all times. 139 ] Henry Hopkins, C C Chepachct, R. I. Hen” Hoppy Electrical Engineer College Orchestra (3) : A. I. E. E. (4). Behold our electrical expert! Hen came to Kingston with the avowed purpose of studying electrical engineering and in carrying out this purpose he did not waiver at the pitfalls of the Engineering Course which beset a student on all sides. He spent a great deal of his time in the radio room in Science Hall in the first two years of his college career Besides learning a great deal about radio. Henry found a vent for his two great hobbies, music and electricity, but as the course became more difficult, he studied theory more and his radio less. Since Hoppy ' s musical ability is not confined to listening in on the radio we frequently hear the dilapidated piano in East Hall trying to respond to his artistic touches. Besides playing the piano. Henry is well versed in the art of creating music with a saxophone, clarinet, or organ and if he does not take Stcinmetz ' s place he will probably lead a symphony orchestra when his college days are over. Lydia May Jencks South Attleboro, Mass. Lyd Applied Science House President (2) (3): GRIST Board (4): Junior Prom Committee (3); Delegate Y V. C. A. Conference at Swampscott (3). Little do we realize the busy, happy existence lead by Lydia from her listless attitude Her week ends spent away from Kingston have prevented a great many from really knowing and enjoying her good disposition. Lydia came to Rhode Island in her Sophomore year, and that coupled with the fact that she hails from Massachusetts, so one of our eminent Professors tells us. makes an unbeatable combination. Anyway she has a keen sense of humor and can appreciate this joke. Lyd is a born entertainer and keeps us in gales of laughter when she starts impersonating some of the campus characters. She intends to do graduate work at Brown next year and we wish her every success in her chosen field. Chester Weber Jensen, A X A Jens Chet Webbah Class President (3) (4): Varsity Basketball (1) (2) (3) (4); Varsity Foot- ball (2) (3) (4): Student Council (2) (3) (4): President of Student Council (4) : Vice President Athletic Association (3) : R. I. Club (1) (2) (3) (4) ; Chair- man Junior Prom Committee (3): Editor of Handbook (4): Polygon (3) (4): Rope Pull (1) (2); Corporal (2); GRIST Board (4): Engineering Society (2) O) H). Now in my home town. Sure that is Chet. Newport forever He has always made that noise since the day that he arrived at the college on the hillside and he always will. Jens went in at the bottom of the food department and now. due to his talk and ability he is the top. no. not the chef but the head waiter. He excels in basketball with football a close second. Being class president his Junior and Senior years speaks well for his popularity. He will become a great insulting engineer upon graduation. [ 40 ] Paul Johnson, P 1 K Newport, R. 1. Axel Johnnie” Civil Engineering Rope Pull (1): Class Football (2): Glee Club (1) (2) (4): Rifle Team (1) (4). Chairman Military Ball Committee (4); Assistant Manager of Baseball (2) (3 ) ; Secretary Officers ' Club (4) : Corporal (2) : Sergeant (3) : Captain R. O. T. C. (4) ; Student Council (4). ' Axel is one of the products of fair Newport that came to Rhode Island in 1 922. He seemed a quiet, unassuming lad. but when we came to know him. we found him a pleasant chap always ready for a good time. He has been a hard consistent worker, and has made a fine record in his four years at R. I. S. C. His activities have varied from head waiter in the dining-hall to captaincy in the R. O. T. C. unit. Johnnie has also figured in the social life here, in fact, on both sides of the campus! Judging from your fine career in college. Axel. we know that future years will bring you nothing but success. Elizabeth Kane, 2 K Pontiac, R. I. Kane” Home Economics Home Economics Club (3) (4); President (4); Commencement Play (3). Unusual, is a very ordinary word and describes Betty, but it suggests that Certain something” about her that appeals. Serious with plenty of humor to offset it. buoyant, enthusiastic, moderated with a bit of common sense; generous, in the true sense of the word: loyal, as those who have had need of her loyalty can testify; — a cheerful, amusing, and lovable companion. The capableness and real ability might be overlooked in this diminutive. seemin.gly irresponsible young lady, but when opportunity comes Betty is always ready. Not simply tolerant, but truly broadminded and wholly sincere — these characteristics furnish a foundation for a sparkling, spontaneous, and happy personality. One of the few who will always look beneath the surface and find real worth — that ' s Betty. Lila Jefferson Keller West Warwick. R. I. • Lila” Home Economics After graduating from Rhode Island College of Education. Lila showed her usual good judgment in coming to Rhode Island State to add the finishing touches to her education. In her two years ' stay with us she has made a host of friends with her winning personality and jolly good nature. I.ila is always ready with a helping hand to those who need it. Always full of fun and ready for a good time, she is the very life and vitality of any party or group that is graced with her presence. But Lila has not let her fun loving nature prevent her from doing well in all her studies. She has as enviable a record as in all of her other undertakings. After graduation. Lila may teach school, unless — well, one never knows. [41 ] Cyril Steere Kimball, A X A Central Falls. R. i. Cy Ma Joe Conscientious Applied Science Track ( I ) (4) : President Chemical Society (4) ; Rope Pull (2) ; Commence- ment Ball Committee (3). This is no other than the house mother of Lam Chi. Cy has guided the new house on the West road through its early years of trials and tribulations. As a chem- ist of note, he discovered the dew” points of many co-eds. He has kept ever active in all fraternity athletics. Varsity track claimed his last two years of active competi- tion. Always congenial, always willing to lend a helping hand, and an intensive and conscientious worker, all these virtues that have become almost extinct in the modern college youth are credited to Cy by his fraternity brothers and close colleagues. Hazel Mae Kimber, X Q; T K A: A Kenyon. R. 1. Kimby Applied Science Class Basketball (2) ; Chairman World Fellowship Y. W. C. A. (3) : Secretary Y W. C. A. (4) : Student Council (3) (4) : Varsity Debate (3) ; Debating Society (3) (4) : Treasurer Biological Society (3) : Tati Kappa Alpha (3) (4) ; Secretary Treasurer Tau Kappa Alpha (4): Phi Delta Property Manager (3) (4); Delegate to Maqua (3) ; House President (3). We thought of putting out a separate GRIST issue for this individual, but the research incurred a responsibility beyond that of ordinary efficiency. Although a woman of high ideals an d exceptional training. Hazel answers to the name of Hey and Spark Plug. Last year she caught the comic spirit and took some of the glory off Glad- stone ' s shoulders by becoming an orator. Here, readers, is Professor Barlow ' s choice specimen, the one he has searched for these many years, but this one has a mind to con- trive and intellect to direct, and a hand to execute. Donald Rosslyn Kinzie, Z II A Providence, R. I. Don Jerry Joe Tux Business Administration Beacon Board (1 ) : Campus Editor Beacon (2) : Glee Club Quartet (2) (4 l ; Soph Hop Committee (2) : Assistant Manager Glee Club (2) ; Editor in Chief Junior Beacon (3) ; Military Ball Committee (3) ; Manager Editor Beacon (3) ; Junior Prom Committee (3): Sergeant R O T C (3): Editor in-Chief Beacon (4); Editor in- Chiel of Grist (4): Manager Glee Club (3) (4); Blanket Tax Committee (4); Chairman of Athletics ' Student Council (4) ; Military Ball Committee (4) ; Captain R. O. T. C. (4) : Vice President Masonic Club (3) (4) ; Officers ' Club (4) : Soloist Glee Club (2) (3) (4) ; Economists ' Club (3) : Membership Committee Masonic Club (4) ; Speaker Committee Economists ' Club (4). Don. the same as Caesar, had ambition, and before long this ambition cropped out in Campus Activities. His long string of achievements, listed above, bears out these statements. In addition to the above he has been busy along other lines and consequently was elected Major of the co-ed corps in his Senior year. On the ball room floor he is above par and this, no doubt, accounts for his popularity with the fair sex. We have all wondered why he couldn ' t stay in the metropolis of Kingston over a week at a time, but no doubt when his secrets are announced in the future we will have had no cause for worry as Don” is capable of picking the best on the market. His ability as a business man is second to none and it wouldn ' t surprise many of us to see his name written in the Hall of Fame on this account, as he certainly has had a wealth of experience at our Alma Mater. The best of luck. Don. old pal. on your trip through this stormy path of life. [ 42 ] Helen Pauline Kirby, H; O A Pascoag, R. I. Kirb Home Economics Class Vice-President (2) ; Class Assistant Treasurer (4) ; Vice-President Phi Delta (4) ; GRIST Board (4) : Baseball Manager (2) : Class Basketball (1) (2) (3) (4) : Phi Delta (2) : Commencement Play (3). Picture an unassuming five foot two. eyes of blue, and a boyish bob to boot. A creature of dual personality — quiet but gay. thoughtful but carefree, and yet never talkative, which is a woman ' s grace. A disposition incomparable, in that her motto is. Live and let live. The world ' s responsibility is not hers, so do not fear to find in her. one who offers exasperating advice. Helen really surprised herself by the num- ber of activities to her credit. Doing, not getting, made her unaware that she was add- ing to her store. This itself describes her character. Since one reflects in others what one is herself. Helen will find this dreary old world a cheerful place to live in. Ninety odd pounds of humor, generosity, and liveliness makes up the trust — of friends — Helen. Constance Catherine Knobelsdorff, 0 AO; K$ Newport, R. I. Connie Home Economics Scholastic Honors (1) (2) (3) (4) ; Secretary of Home Economics Club (3) ; Vice President Home Economics Club (4); Class Basketball (3); Commencement Play (3); Panhellenic Association (3) (4). Constance is one of the rare beings fortunate, or rather intelligent enough to make A at the end of her Junior year. It is quite a relief for the Professors to have her in their classes, because after the rest of us have ably demonstrated our ignorance on the day ' s topic she will invariably supply the correct information. Until we lived together in the Home Management House, we didn’t really know Connie: but then how dif- ferent we found this girl we had always imagined to be prim, proper and quiet. We hesitate to think that we might never have become truly acquainted if it hadn ' t been for Home Economics 21. Constance was never particularly interested in athletics, preferring to walk during the P. T. hours. She is also very much interested in libra- ries. We ' ve heard that there is some connection between the two activities. Constance intends to work for an M.A. at some larger university. Ernest Henry LaChapelle, B 1 : I A Williamsett, Mass. LA Chappie Applied Science Class Rope Pull (1) (2): Class Football (1) (2); Class Basketball (1) (2); Class Track (1) (2) : Class Baseball (1) (2) : R. I. Club (3) (4) ; Varsity Basket- ball Squad (1) (2) (3) (4); Varsity Football (1) (2) (3) ; Varsity Baseball (1) (2) (3) (4). La is well known and popular upon the campus for two reasons. One is his athletic ability, the other his sartorial elegance, a la Joe Brooks . It is unnecessary to point out to those who know him that he is always impeccable and immaculate, even if he washes but ten times a day and changes his shirt accordingly. So even as we admire him for this, we have to acknowledge his ability at all sports. By fine pitch- ing for the Varsity, he has handed Coach Keaney several victories, and his ability to shoot baskets has made him the mainstay of his fraternity basketball team. Although winning athletic laurels has taken much of his time, yet he has found or made the time to obey Horace Greeley ' s advice and go west (Note. Sigma Kappa is west of Beta Phi). [ 43 ] Calvin Lamont, Jr., B I� Roxbury, Mass. Bozo” Cal” Agriculture Varsity Football (1) (2) (3): Varsity Baseball (1) (2) (3) (4 ) ; Varsity Basketball Squad (1) (2): Corporal (1) (2): Rope Pull (1): Class Basketball (I) (2) ; Class Baseball (2) ; R. I. Club (1) (2) (3) (4) : Polygon (3) (4) ; Student Council Secretary (3); Intercollegiate Fruit Judging (4): Aggie Club. Treas- urer (4). When Cal immigrated to Rhode Island in 1922. Massachusetts was out and Rhode Island was in a good man. as Cal ' s friends will testify. He is popular, not only for his athletic ability, but also for his personality, which has won him a host of friends and a more than a friend in Wakefield. His versatility is shown by the above list of accomplishments, which includes winning more letters than a Freshman uses in one of Professor Bills ' algebra courses. But neither these rewards of ability nor his elections to many positions of honor have changed him. He is always the same sincere Bozo. who greets all with a smile and a friendly word. We wish you sue cess. Cal. and know that your qualities will bring it to you. Thomas Alfred Laycock. B 4 Pawtuxet , R. I. Tom Tommy” Electrical Engineering Class Track (1) : Class Football (1) (2) : Baseball Squad (3) (4). Tommy. a likeable chap, ready for any fun. has graced our campus for the past few years, and made life a little more enjoyable for his most intimate friends during his stay. As a gifted dancer, he has acquired the envy of his classmates: for Tom” surely struts a mean toe. He is an athlete of no mean ability, having played for the Varsity baseball team, ran on our class track team, and supported our class football squad, as a halfback. His fraternity basketball team has surely appreciated him. as for the past three years ' Tommy has been one of the mainstays. In future life Tom is sure to prove to the world that, although he has had his fun in the E. E. Lab . he has also packed away enough knowledge to make his place in the world. Well — the best of success to you. Tommy.” Raymond Luft. A X A Norwood. R. I. Ramie Ramon” Applied Science This is Ramon, the peak of blonds and wavy hair. Four years ago this fair youth invaded our Bacteriological Labs, to gain knowledge from Bugs and Buggy. and we may soon expect to hear of him as some promising M. D. in a far off land. From the time Ray wore the first yellow slicker seen on this campus, to the present writing, he has been a connoisseur on everything collegiate. He has never been known to hurry, but in spite of this, we always see him everywhere as soon as anyone else We all join in wishing him the greatest amount of health, wealth and happiness in the pursuit of his life ' s work. [ 44 ] Ira Daniel Macintosh, A X A Providence, R. I. ' Mac Speed McKay” Al ' Chick” Mechanical Engineering Varsity Football (1) (2) : R. I. Club, Rope Pull (I) (2); Beacon Board (1) (2) ; Varsity Track. Class President (1): Managing Editor GRIST (4): Scholastic Honors ( I ) ; Af. E. Society. Junior Prom Committee. Polygon. Benedict ” Society (3) (4). Rah: Rah! Tech! For we cannot forget where you came from. Mac. Behold the mighty Scot, a married college youth is he. This stands as ample proof that it can be done: but Freshmen, beware of his example, for we cannot all do it. Mac is an M E. and after four years exposure in this line remains the same good-natured, happy-go-lucky Mac. That ' s something. The big Scotchman is Phi Kappa mate- rial gone astray, but this fact cannot stop his success. The college ' s loss was the Steam- roller ' s gain and we have missed Chick ' s runs for two long years, and now he i gone forever fro luck and happiness r college rolls. To you and yours, from all of u ! wish you St. Louis, Mo. Electrical Engineering George Harold Mackenzie. 0 X Mac Angus” Varsity Baseball (1) (2) (3) (4): Captain of Baseball (4); R. 1. Club (1) (2) (3) (4 ) ■. Class Baseball (1) (2) : Mechanical Engineering Society (1) (2) (3) (4) ; Rope Pull (1) (2). Mac made his first appearance as a student in the fall of ' 22. some time after the rest of us had settled and were no longer expecting new arrivals. In spite of this handicap, he gradually forded his way abreast of his classmates. Long before the ad vent of the baseball season, it was whispered about that Mac,” who was at this time a Freshman, would give the older boys, who were trying out for the position behind the bat. something to worry about. He has justified our confidence in his ability as a baseball player, and no time during his college career has his position been threatened by competition. It is only natural then, that he acquired the Captaincy by a unani mous vote of his team-mates. Baseball was not his only accomplishment, for he had not been with us long before he had acquired the art of passing off all his courses and yet spend three nights a week in Providence. So proficient has he become along this lay truthfully be said that his college course only takes up his spare time. e that ii Harold Lee McAuslan. Jr., AA ' P Providence. R. I. Hal” Mac Angus Civil Engineering Rope Pull ( 1 ) ( 2 ) ; Assistant Manager of Baseball (2) ; Glee Club Orchestra (2) : Rifle Team (2) (3) ; Military Ball Committee (3) : Corporal (2) : First Ser- geant (3); Lieutenant (4): Polygon (4): Interfraternity Council (4); Civil Engi- neering Society (3) (4); Masonic Club (4). S q-u a-d-s r-r r r i g h t, h arch! Can it be wondered at that Rhode Island won first place among distinguished colleges when such soldiers as Mac go striding across the field. ' If all soldiers were like him we would know why every girl s heart thumps when she sees a uniform. But Angus isn’t w ' hat one might call a woman chaser, for. you see. when one devotes his attention to pursuing the elusive and illusive femme he must at least keep awake, and boy. Mac sure does like to sleep. He is Rip Van Winkle’s only rival, and a wicked rival, too. But for a - that and a ' that our ane dear Angus is a wonderful friend and companion. With his plunking banjo, his unerring rifle, his long legs, and his Scotch disposition, he has won a deserved place in the hearts and memories of all of his classmates and associates. With serious regard for the graver side of life and with happy recognition of the more joyful occasions. Mac has so moulded his life and so determined his college career that complete harmony has existed between him and those with whom he has come in contact. The result is many lasting friendships which will aid Mac in his quest for success, and which will always re- mind him of the esteem ar.d affection of his fellow classmates. r 45 1 ALBERICO CRISPINO MANSOLILLO, C C Providence, R. I. Mansy Al Applied Science Glee Club ( 1 ) (2) : Biological Society (3) (4) ; Band (l) (2) (3) (4). Mansy” arrived at Kingston along with the rest of us, on that cold grey Sep- tember day in 1922. bringing with him a desire for learning, a knowledge of what he wanted, a typically sunny Latin disposition, and a background of travel vaster than the average Freshman. With this equipment he soon made acquaintances that were to grow into strong friendships. Al at one time or another has been a part of nearly every musical organization on the Campus, and is well known for his ability to play almost every instrument. In fact, this same ability has been the downfall of more than one good monitor, and the delight of many a student, after seven-thirty. His cleverness with tools has made him never want for the price of admission to any dance, either on the hill or down-thc-line, and we are sure that this ability and that optimistic attitude will lead to the happy future we wish him. William Marcaccio, C C Providence, R. I. Bill Mac Prof Major Chemical Engineering Scholastic Honors (1) ; Inlerclass Debating (2) : Inter-fraternity Debating (3) : Varsity Debating (3): Chemical Society (1) (2) (3) (4): Glee Club (3); Ser- geant (3): Major (4): Military Ball Committee (3) (4): GRIST Board (4); President Officers ' Club (4). Attention! everyone, for this is our illustrious Major. In his spic and span uniform on the drill field you can bet he cuts some figure. But Bill ' s popularity or success is not confined to the drill field by any means. He is a conscientious and faith ful worker at all times, this being the secret of his success in anything he undertakes to do. This, however, does not prevent Bill from having a good time. On the con- trary he has been interested in most class and social activities. He has been a regular attendant at college functions, especially the dances, and has been known to be a rather regular frequenter of Davis Hall Because of his winning personality and ready help- fullness to others Bill has won many friends, who all unite in wishing him success in the future. Providence, R. I. Chemical Engineering Debating Society Nathan Millman, B N E Nat Engineering Society (1): Chemical Society (2) (3) (4); (2) : Managing Editor of Junior Beacon (3) : GRIST Board (4). It was on a pleasant day in September. 1922. that an ambitious youth walked from Providence to become a candidate for the Freshman class. Like Nero. Nat had ambitions of conquering the halls of Rhode Island State College; — and we give him the due credit for his efforts. Chemistry became the goal of Nat’s struggles and under the splendid guidance of his professors in that line and with the trivial assist- ance of a few of his Business Ad brothers this young man. not lacking in initiative, has a splendid calloidal future. During his stay on Kingston Mound. Nat has dis- played the qualities of scholar, and although attempts were made to deviate him from his straight path, this ambitious chemist reached his destination with triumphant colors. A jest, a smile and a willing hand to assist, has been Millman ' s attitude to those who have surrounded him. Difficult situations ate handled with an alert and ready mind and we feel sure that the probable future of Nat as a chemist will be in the highest degree a success. [46] Helen Marie Mowbray Auburn, R. I. Applied Science Helen may be rather a quiet little girl, but she certainly is not a meek one. She isn ' t so quiet either, for when you know her — you ' d be surprised! Way back in her Sophomore year she transferred from Pembroke and ever since has been proving her ability as a student Helen doesn ' t study very often, but when she does — !! Because of her week-ending proclivities, we seldom see Helen at the Lippitt Hall festivities, but she is always present at the big dances and always with the same young Lochinvar. Thomas Oliver Mulcahy, P I K: I A; T K A Westerly, R. I. Mac Tom Civil Engineering Class Basketball (1) (2) : Class Football (2) : Rope Pull (2) ; Assistant Man- ager Baseball (2); Varsity Cross Country (3) (4); Track Squad (3) (4); Phi Delta (3) : Varsity Debating Team (4) ; GRIST Editorial Board (4) : Corporal (2) ; Varsity Basketball (4). We feel sure that you need no introduction to Mac. In 1922 Mac came to R. 1.. as an innocent Freshie ready to pursue an education as a C. E. In his first year he did not come into the limelight, but as the saying goes, you cannot keep a good man down, so Mac soon stepped out in activities. We may remember him as play- ing with Phi Delta, or by his work with the debating team. “Mac also has done good work on the track, and in the inter-fraternity athletics. Mac has an ambition — ■ to be a successful engineer and business man. In his work at Rhode Island he has shown himself as a loyal and hard worker in aiming at these worthy ideals. So. Mac. we feel assured that through the same persistency, you will be successful, and we all wish you the best luck in whatever you undertake. Carolina, R. I. • Duke Mechanical Engineering Baseball (3) (4): Mechanical Engineering Society (2) (3) (4); Band (1) (2) (3) (4) ; Glee Club (3). Duke is a product of the back woods, but then so was Abe Lincoln. He got his nickname from Developing Unusual Kinetic Energy in his pursuit of the coveted sheepskin from R I. State The metropolis of Carolina couldn ' t give up its favorite son. however, and so he was a consistent carpet bagger for the first two years. He earned the title of the Carolina Bearcat from his ability for breaking dishes for the Chef. Mastering thermo is not all of Duke ' s divertisements. for he can preside over any league or sling a fast line as easily as he can sling the paint brush. His altruistic attitude has gained for himself many close friends on the Campus and is sure to do as much more on the campus of life. Here ' s luck. Duke. and may all your troubles be little ones. After college? Teaching — maybe! Henry Clay Oatley 147 ] JOHN Davis Orr, A i; K East Providence, R. I. •Johnnie” Applied Science Rope Pull (1) (2): Class Football (1) (2); Class Track (1) (2) (3) (4): Track leam (1) (2) (3) (4); Captain Track Team (4): Football Squad (3) (4) : Cross Country Squad (3) : Corporal R. O. T. C. (2) ; Sergeant (3) : President De Malay Club (3) : Reader Glee Club (3 ) : R. I. Club (3) (4) : Military Ball Com- mittee (3); Assistant Manager Baseball (3); Basketball Squad (4); GRIST Board (4) : Officers ' Club (4). Johnnie” strolled up the hill into Kingston four years ago. from the little town of East Providence, with the intention of prolonging the destiny of the Aggie Course.” He soon decided that he wasn ' t cut out to till the soil and changed to become a Scientist. Don ' t think for a minute that Johnnie” is solely a student, for as the above list will show he has succeeded quite well in distinguishing himself in many of our activities. For three years he has been a credit to the Track Team and as a reward he is to captain its destinies during the coming season. His physical perfection claims him as the one and only answer to Why girls leave home.” Although young in years, he has already taken the responsibility of leaving his fraternity pin in other hands. We congratulate him. Johnnie ' s Scotch, but we ' ve never seen him tight. Just a fine, clean sports- man-like pal to all who know him. a hard worker, and a good friend. The best of luck when you leave us. Johnnie. Alexander Elwin Paterson, A A X V Newport, R. I. Pat Business Administration Corporal (1) (2): Sergeant (3): Lieutenant (4); Polygon (2) (3). Foresight! That ' s Pat.” Since he became one of us in the fall of 1922 he has been a typical go-getter and has shown us that he was one of the boys down here “for a purpose.” When he decides to do something his thorough and efficient methods of attack leaves no doubt as to the outcome. Although registered a year and a half as an engineer, he was able, through his hard work, to graduate with his class as the first Busi- ness Administration student from the college. Pat. with your sense of responsibility and demonstrated ability in the army to make your subordinates pull with you, we predict, unconditionally, a mast successful career in whatever line of endeavor you may choose. Bernard Maurice Peckham, 0 X: A P A Little Compton, R. I. Bink Bernie Agriculture Class Football (1 ) (2) : Class Baseball (1) (2) : Assistant Manager of Baseball (2) (3) ; Manager of Baseball (4) : R. I. Club (4) ; Blanket Tax Committee (4) ; Aggie Club (1) (2) (3) (4); Secretary of Aggie Club (4); Rope Pull (1) (2); Aggie Ball Committee (4) ; Apple Judging Team (4) : Dairy Judging Team (4) ; Lambda Gamma Delta (4) ; Class Chaffeur. In the beginning, after the heavens and earth were created, darkness was upon the face of the deep, and out of this darkness there came a great rattling and squeaking And. behold — as the light of the class of ' 26 pierced this darkness there stood an unde- scribable object with Bink seated on top. a gift to ' 26 from the guiding spirit of Little Compton. And it was meant that this gift should last as long as the class of ' 26 remained. We are proud of Bink. who won his way into the hearts of all. and we cannot forget him to our class. If he is an indication of the future, success, will follow him throughout his career. [ 48 ] 3 ais ' George Franklin Pierce, A X A Providence, R. I. Georgie Piercie Applied Science Accompanist of Glee Club (1) (2) (3) (4); Orchestra (2) (3) (4): Manager of Freshman Football (3); Commencement Ball Committee (3): President of Bio- logical Society (4) . Here you have it: the ivory tickler. Piercie has played his way into prominence on the campus. Matriculating into this institution from Classical High of Providence, he has diligently pursued protozoa and bugs for four years as a pre medical student. Always ready to play for mass meetings and get togethers. he has been a great boon to the college as a whole. The saying he’d give you the shirt off his back originated in this generous classmate of ours. To sum him up in a few words. — He would never refuse to share and he would never let by a dare. Walter Ackman Presbrey, Jr.. P I K Providence, R. I. Walt Mechanical Engineering Rope Pull (2) ; Glee Club (1) (4) : Mechanical Engineering Society Vice Presi- dent (3): President (4): Polygon (4): Assistant Manager Football (2) (3): Sub- scription Manager GRIST (4) ; Class Treasurer (4) ; Member A. I. E. E. (4). Despite all Percy Mark ' s efforts to picture the college man of to-day. we feel that he has been inaccurate. Walt is our idea of the spirit of the college man of to-day. He has an aim and ambition that has not been sidetracked by social activities. His trips to Providence have been too frequent to deny their attraction, and he is always among those present in all our important functions. Yet behind all this we feel the undercurrent of a serious, common sense viewpoint on life, and a desire not of diversion, but improvement and accomplishment. He has worked hard ..t Rhode Island and when anyone had a hard, dirty job to do, with little or no honor, Walt has done more than his share. He has been prominently engaged in all the activities of the college, and we feel sure that his combination of ability” and dependability will go a long way in insuring his success in the world. Herbert Eugene Radcliffe Providence. R. I. Rad Herbie Captain Applied Science Rifle Team (1) (2) (3) (4): Manager Rifle Team (3) (4); Corporal (1): Sergeant (2) ; First Sergeant (3) : Captain (4) ; Biological Society (3) (4) ; Officers ' Club (4). Truly we do not blame you for admiring the handsome visage of this genial youth. Is it any wonder, then, that Herbie” should find cordial hospitality within the walls of South Hall? Contrary to what you might gather from the above statement, however. Rad is a ready absorber of all his studies, his favorite, undoubtedly being Spanish. He exhibited his fine qualities of leadership when he joined Claude ' s” army a few years ago and captured the coveted prize of Captaincy. And as for handling a rifle we must admit that he’s there” in hitting Bulls ' Eyes. It was under his able guidance as manager of the Rifle Team that the team won the distinction of being one of the best in the East and we can readily say that it was a very wise move when Rad was unanimously re-elected to guide the team for another year. With such a strong char acter of leadership and such keen managerial ability we cannot but feel sure that Rad” will find his place in the world as duxinhominibus. [ 49 ] Mrs. Lena Abigail Rose Saunderstown, R. I. Lena Home Economics Miss Rose — er — I beg your pardon. Mrs. Rose, what is the ?” This was quite usual our Freshman year and it took the faculty quite a while to realize that our ambitious classmate was working for a college degree, keeping up her home, making her husband happy all at the same time. The mere fact that she lives over twelve miles away from the college docs not necessarily mean that she could not participate in class activities or attend college functions. Mrs. Rose’s trusty Ford served her well for three years and she drove to Kingston in all kinds of weather; but now with her Senior dignity she spurns the lowly Ford and rides in a Buick. If after she has received her degree time hangs heavily on her hands we shall not be surprised to hear of Mrs. Rose teaching Home Economics to the rising generation in South County. Carl Waldemar Ruhlin, A X A Wilton, Maine Val Swede” Applied Science Class Football (1) (2); Rope Pull (1) (2): Corporal (1) (2); Biological Society. Meet Mr. Kuppenhiemer. Beau Brummel of the campus. A youth heading South, from Mr. Stone ' s School for Boston ' s Back Bay ' s elite, stopped at Kingston to seek admission, that he might enter the realms of knowledge. Lucy had objections. Zip. zip. and the wires were pulled, and he has been with us ever since. Not finding the society of Providence fast enough for him. in his Senior year he moved to Wilton, Maine (population something over 250). where square dances are still in vogue. In fact he is a big paper and pulp” man from the sticks. Val hears the call of the wild and may answer it next year at McGill to study the types of organisms they breed in the north country. Well. Doc , we wish you success, and may you never learn to distribute pink pills. Martha Ogarita Sayles, X Pascoag, R. I. •Mart ’ Applied Science Beacon Board (2) (3) (4) ; GRIST Board. Vice President Class. Freshman Ban- quet. Committee Honors (1) (3) ; Student Council (1) (4) : Vice President Student Council (3); President Student Council (4): Delegate to Convention Hockey (3); V. VV. Cabinet Member. When Mart” had proven to the faculty that she could fry soup and sew on buttons with sufficient alacrity, she invaded the ranks of Applied Science. Here she was equally successful. Besides busying herself with Beacon work, she found her usual place on the honor roll. Her three years ' training as class representative on Student Council has made Martha a most capable and efficient President. She has recently acquired an undue interest in the Ed ' s department, but — we pause only to add that we are all fond of poetry, too. [ 50 ] Theobald Hermann Schoeller. C C Passaic, N. J. ‘ Ted ' ' Teddy Theo Mechanical Engineering Glee Club (1) (2); Assistant Manager of Track (2); Engineering Society (1) (2); Mechanical Engineering Society (3) (4). It is proverbial that fat men are jolly. Ted is no exception to the rule, but unlike most jolly men. he has a serious streak in his nature which guides him in his work. Due to unfortunate circumstances Ted was not with us in our Freshman year. While we were endeavoring to keep one jump ahead of studies he was gaining valuable experience in the Paterson Gas Works. Teddy” has gained great popularity both with the professors and students due to his quick mind, methodical habits and sweet disposition. He is trying to follow Tip ' s footsteps in using mathematics as a gainful occupation, and oftentimes the midnight oil can be seen burning in the basement of Science Hall as Ted corrects his Calc and Trig. This work requires great dependability and no little amount of skill: and since good habits are as hard to break as bad ones, we expect him to continue in the same strain and hold a responsible position in life. Raymond Joseph Shanley Providence, R. I. •ray” Business Administration Rope Pull (2); Debating Club (4); Sergeant (3); Lieutenant (4): Officers ' Club (4): Engineering Society (2) (3) (4); Economics Club (4). There is one thing that Ray never does and that is worry. His happy smile and cheerful manner have won him a host of friends during his sojourn in Kingston, He is a member of the famous East Hall Quartet renowned for their harmony Always willing to join a league, he can sling a fast line as well as any of his room mates. This versatile youth besides being a debater of repute is one of the mainstays of the R. O. T C During his Senior year he has had the difficult task of piloting the band through its maneuvers. He certainly possesses the main attributes of a soldier, for all will agree that it takes an iron nerve to listen to the band practising their so called harmony. Whether Ray takes a commission in the army or enters the field of business a brilliant future awaits him. for he is a bom leader. Francis Rowland Smith, CCiTKA Kingston, R. I. Smitty ' ' Mechanical Engineering Glee Club (2) ; Varsity Debating Team (2) (3). Here we have Smitty. who returned after a few_ years ' recess happy, tho ' married. to obtain his degree and also to graduate with the Class of ' 26. His path has not been one strewn with roses and he surely deserves much credit for his grit and determination in his efforts which have been anything but unsuccessful. Though he has been busy making both ends meet he has always found time to participate in college affairs. In his Sophomore year he was a member of the Glee Club and in this same year he made his debut as a debater and was elected to T. K. A. He was also on the debating team in his Junior year His general good naturedness and ability, coupled with his grit and determination, ought to carry him to a bright future in the engineer- ing profession, and the Class of ' 26 surely wishes you the best of luck and success. Smitty. [ 51 ) Miles Edward Smith, A X A Saylesville, R. I. SMITH1E SMYTH ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING Here we have one of Rhody ' s leading exponents in the art of sleep and sleeping. Don ' t bother me, I ' ve got to study; but we soon find Miles in gentle repose on a lounge. Worcestei Poly lost a good one when Smithie came to us three years ago to complete his course and as an E. E. This youth demonstrated how to get the maximum out of courses with the minimum amount of work. When everyone has hit the hay we find Miles taking out the books for the once over before he retires. Multum in parvo is his motto. Miles has the customary weakness for the weaker sex. Let ' s go home this week and go places. And who among them could resist those come to me smiles and that curly hair? Well. Miles, we wish you luck on the test of your journey and soon expect to read in the papers M. E. Smith buys out General Elec- Florence Mary Straight, X Q Providence. R. I. Bunny” Home Economics Panhellenic (3) (4) : Vice President Y. W. C. U. (3) : President Y. W. C. U. (4); Delegate to Magua (2): Class Basketball (1) (2) (3) (4); Class Hockey (2) (3): House President (3) (4); GRIST Board (4). What ' s in a name? This smiling Miss has been called Bunny” since her first year on Kingston Hill — why? We ' ll let you guess. Here we have one of our Home Economics Seniors who is devoted to her course and who is planning to carry on this work — she says teaching, but — Bunny has been one of our class athletes all four years and has shown her spirit by doing her bit for ' 26 in basketball and hockey. A good pal is Bunny and one who is going to be missed after June 21st. During the week-ends when not flivvering over these country roads. Bunny is an active member of the Sunday Afternoon Walking Club. Robert Bennett Strong, Z n A Providence, R. I. Bob Sandy” Alice” Civil Engineering Crosscountry (1) (2) (3) (4); Track (1) (2) (3) (4); Track Captain (3); Rope Pull (1) (2): R. I. Club (1) (2) (3) (4); Vice President of R. 1 Club (4) ; Lieutenant. R. O. T. C. (4) ; C. E. Club (4). Bob ca me to us from Providence Tech, where he held an enviable record in track and cross country. Under Keaney ' s system of coaching, he further developed his endurance and speed, in a manner seeming to possess those winged feet of Mercury. He holds two records, the two-mile run and four and half-mile cross country run. both established at Kingston, which will stand for a number of years to come. Bob” deserves the credit of being the best runner R. I. has ever had. He. as a mainstay for four years, has assisted Rhody to win many a meet because of his great scoring power. This youth, besides being pursued by followers, travels in his spare time in hunting down big game in the woods behind Chickenville or in fishing for big water game in the local waters. His first three years he spent considerable part of the night watching the college grounds in the l ocality of Davis Hall and vicinity. A drastic change came over Bob when one day he cast his shyful eye on a damsel and asked her to go with him to a R. I. basketball game played at Yale. Bob. we wish you the best of luck as a C. E. [ 52 ] Bayden Powell Taylor, 0 X Central Falls. R. I. Bingo Idaho Electrical Engineering Varsity Football () 1 (2) (3) (4): Versify Track (2) (3) (4); Class Football (1) (2) ; Class Baseball (1) (2) ; R. I. Club (3) (4) : Member of American Insti- tute of Electrical Engineers (3) (4). Four years ago this young man. a product of Idaho, rode, rough shod, into Kingston to partake of some of the educational advantages offered here at Rhode Island. During his stay here at Kingston Bingo has made many friends. Being no social lion our fellow classmate looked towards other fields to make a name for himself. In ath- letics he showed ability, securing for himself a letter in the major sport, football, and was one of the coaches ' most conscientious workers. His interest in athletics did not keep this boy from excelling in his studies: though bis progress in scholastic work was once threatened by Professor Coggins and Lanza. this son of the West not to be out- witted by the opposition, retreated to M. I. T. Remaining there for a summer accomplishing what appeared next to impossible. At the time of writing these few words our friend appears to have a clear road to a degree. Good luck to you. Bingo. and we all unite in wishing you success for the future when you will be busily engaged chasing the unit of resistance from the electric circuit. Frank Reger Warden, C C Adamsville. R. I. Kid” Hungry Applied Science Rope Pull (1). This amicable youth smuggled himself into our Freshman class and wandered inquiringly about, making himself quite agreeable to everybody. To the astonishment of his classmates Frank soon distinguished himself as a man of unusual capacity at luncheon. His quiet but insistent cry for seconds earned for him the name of Hungry. Hungry is the class Photographer. On many a sunny day you will find him perched in the topmost bough of some high tree with his little camera. In every memory book we find his numerous photos of campus life. For his services in making these lasting records of our class activities we are indebted to the artistic temperament of Frank. May success and happiness follow you in your world of activity. Leo Weiss Providence. R. I. ••Oleo Applied Science Leo claims to be one of those scholastic sharks from Classical, but to many here at Kingston he appears to be a graduate of the National Biscuit Company, for he surely is the original Weiss cracker. Most classes would be quite dull without a few of his cracks. Going Up? Oleo surely has had his Ups and Downs in Provi- dence and that is why he has been taking things a little easier this year and getting a little more of college life. For the greater part of his four years. Leo preferred to be a day student, riding the rails back and forth to Providence each day and furnishing entertainment for his fellow passengers with his unlimited supply of eiss crackers. Bacteriology is Leo ' s favorite subject and he has spent many hours in the Baer lab. in fact the Prof, has become so accustomed to seeing him there that he thinks Weiss is a fixture Never mind. Leo. there is plenty of room in this science for fellows who take to it like a duck takes to water Though Leo has not taken an active part in college activities, he is a fellow who has an unusual magnetic like attraction, and this com- bined with his conscientiousness in whatever he does, assures i forward to a bright future for him. : that we can look Southbridge, Mass. Applied Science Vice President Chemical a member of the notorious John Martin Whalen • ' Buck Member of the American Chemical Society (4) ; Society (4). Our first recollection of Buck on the campus v Well’s House Gang. He pursued his studies along the lines of Chemistry and through his perseverance and stick-to-it-iveness is one of the foremost chemists of the Class ol 1926. But friends, don ' t take him too serious, for he is capable of passing dry remarks at the most unexpected times. In the line of activities he has been a shining light on the PT teams. He is vice president of the illustrious Chemical Society. He. also, is a member of the Bicycle Club, taking frequent tours to West Kingston!!! As for the future Buck tells us he is trying for a f ellowship in some college, in order to pursue his Master ' s Degree. Here ' s good luck to your future. Buck. Harry Coleman Wilbourn, B $ Providence. R. I. Willy Silk Electrical Engineering Rope Pull (1) (2): Track (1) (2) (3): Cross Country (1) (2) (3) (4): Captain Cross Country (4) ; R. I. Club (2) (3) (4) ; Polygon (4) : Junior Beacon Board (3) ; GRIST Board (4). An introduction to Willy. or Silk. is as unnecessary as sacks to a clam, for who among us does not know this blonde, unobtrusive youth who came to us from Providence Tech, and proceeded, literally, to run himself into fame. Making the Cross Country Squad as a Freshman. Willy followed up this lead and ran himself into his R 1. in his Sophomore year, and finally won for himself the Captaincy of the squad before he left us. His greatest failures were on aspiration to study E. E.. and his per sistenr. though not promiscuous, co-eding proclivities. Despite the fact that slide-rule and test book made many claims upon Willy ' s time, he nevertheless found oppor tunity to participate in outside activities, as seen above, as well as others not men- tioned: — shall we say — the art of the light fantastic and— er — down the line! Here ' s hoping Silk that in years to come you ' ll always be able to run fast enough to keen far ahead of all hard luck! North Smithfield. R. I. Mechanical Engineering Albert Edward Worrall, C C Al Kid Fikap Assistant Manager Baseball (3) : Scholastic Honors (2) (3) ; Engineering Society (1) (2) ; M. E. Society (3) (4) ; Treasurer and Secretary of M. E. Society (4) . It is given to few persons in this world to know a real man. The class of ' 26 is therefore most fortunate to count among its members Al. the wizard of Woonsocket. Although this Northland youth is small in stature, in mind and character he is not. There has never been the time when any classmate, perplexed by difficulties in Thermo. Power Plants or Strength, who has not been helped by him and whose work has not been made easier by our junior Prof.” But the pursuit of knowledge has been the least of Al ' s activities. Although not an athlete, he worked hard and faithful for the success of our baseball teams as Assistant Manager. Like the rest of this world, he followed the sun and went west — to Davis or South, and even farther down to some quiet Connecticut villages. It is difficult to prophesy the future for Al. That it will not be insignificant is certain, for with his fine ability and understanding, he will make his power felt wherever he goes. And it is our loss when we will be together for perhaps the last time at Commencement, but we can look back on four years of friendship and companionship with a real man. QScl Campus Celebrities Lillian A. Biltcliffe Stanley C. Bliss. Clifford K. Bosworth Andrew R. Brown Everett P. Christopher . Katherine Clark Genevieve Coughlin Ruth E. Curran George E. Dewsnap Mark R. Gifford Willis B. Gifford Webster Greenman H. Bruce Griffith Arthur w. Grover John E. Harvey. Jr Clarence V. Hickey Henry Hopkins James H. Haslam Katherine Holley Chester w. Jensen Lydia M. Jenks Paul Johnson Elizabeth Kane Lila Keller Hazel Kimber Donald R. Kinzie Helen P. Kirby Constance C. Knobelsdorff Thomas A. Laycock Raymond Luft Ernest H. LaChappelle Calvin Lamont Nathan Millman William Marcaccio Ira D. McIntosh Helen M. Mowbray Thomas O. Mulcahy. John D. Orr Bernard M. Peckham Herbert E. Radcliffe Lena A. Rose Miles E. smith Martha D. Sayles Robert B. Strong Florence M. straight Bayden P. Taylor Frank R. Warden Harry C. Wilbourn Albert E. Worrall Star Chorus Girl Class Grind Class Bachelor Most Subtle Ed. Class Songster Co-ed Athlete Class Reporter Class Teacher Beau Brummel Mark Anthony. 2nd Class Actor Class Skirt Chaser The Flying Dutchman King Arthur and His Nights” Perpetual Smiler Class Rogue Class Farmer Whistling Wizard Most Popular Co-ed Class Valentine . Most Whimsical Class Professor Most Petite Class Widow Class Debater Prince Charming Showed Her Ears First Best Student Class Sport Class Statesman Class Dreamer Class Bozo Class Philanthropist Class Chemist Class Gridiron Star Class Noisemaker Kid Economist The Practical Man Class Rough Rider Class Widower Class Wife The Highway Man” Class Librarian The Dashing Ed Class Siren The Boy from the Great Open Spaces Class Guide Never Crooked, Always Straight Most Conscientious Worker 1926 Phantom Roll Ahronian. Simon Allaire, Charles Nickel Allaire, George Joseph Andrews, John Leslie Arnold, Mitchel Wright Beck, Vere Russel Bell, Eugene Porter Bliss, Stanley Clark Bouchard, Stanley Carleton Brown, Pierce Benjamin Busk, Richard Maurice Byrne, Ronald Thornton Bylow, Jennie Elizabeth Candelet, John Edward Castings, Harold Austin Ciasullo. Carlo, Jr. Clarke, Kenneth Collette. Jeanette Elizabeth Collins, John Henry Conlan. Fred Joseph Cooke, Byron Forrest Crowley, Jeremiah Francis Cushing, Susan Jarvis Deardon. George Boynton Derby, Maurice Anthony Dyer, Hope Moredock Fearney, Ruth Fearney. Raymond Leo Finucane, Winston Fraser, William Burnside Gage. John Albert Ganz. John Michael Gay, Harvey Weir Gears, Reirldah Louise Gilmore, Stanli-y Howe Greenberg, Max Israel Hall, Emile Seth Hamilton, Alphens James Harris, Edwin Clifford Hicks, Geneva Howland Horwitz, Benjamin Jones, Howell Walker Kelley, Elliot Greenlaw Kennedy, Louise Cauline Klibanoff, Hyman Fred Lake, Edward Perry Lawton, George Parker Leach, James Bernard Leonard, Milton Avery Lupoli, Alfonso William Lynch, Anna Virginia MacIntyre, Dorothy Sara Miller, Frederick Graff Mugford, Clarence Albert Murray, Attracta Frances Paige, Donald Sessions Paine, Milton Parke Parker, Ralph Clement Parr, George Ernest Pearson, Walter Franklin Reed, Roberts Von Store, Jr. Reitman, Benjamin Riley, Kenneth Dart Rogers, Doris Lucille Selinder, Carl Albert Stanley, Robert Stevens, Joslma Caswell Warrender. Lloyd Charles Webber. Hall Westcott, Norman Marr Williams, Harold Owen Woodbury, Marion Guild Young, Nicholas Brown Zucker, Julius Arthur [ 56 ] [ 57 ] 3 The Class Prophecy of 1926 THE DIVINE COMEDY OF THE CLASS OF 1926 With apologies to Dante. The Prologue To be in Heaven ' What a wondrous reward. Little did we think that one hundred years from June 17th, 1926. we should find ourselves at the top of the golden stairs ready to be admitted to the angelic throng. Long and weary have been the paths that we have trodden; sad and cold the days of parting! Reminiscences and memories unceasingly portray to us the scenes of days when we were all together. Would that we could see our classmates again Ah. who approaches ' No less a person than the great Dante, lover of Beatrice, and now one of the immortal throng. In an angelic voice he thus addresses us. Oh. blessed ones, whence do ye come, and why seem ye so sad?” We. Oh Beloved Dante, are Rhode Island Classmates of 1926 who. by our untiring efforts to better the conditions of mankind have won the reward of dwelling in Heaven. One desire makes us very sad. Would that we could see our classmates once again.” Thereupon he spoke, the abode of Heaven is yours forever. What ye desire shall come to pass. Come with me and we will find your classmates in their many abiding places. Inferno With Dante, our exalted guide, we travelled down and down among the crags and crevices into the land of darkness and agony — the Inferno. Our first glimpse of this region of terror, as seen through the doorway of red-hot steel, frightened us beyond compare, but our beloved Dante assured us that under his guidance no harm would come to us. Paralyzed with fear and dread at the sights about us. we proceeded through this horrible land of oblivion. The first faces of those once beloved by us were those of Mark Gifford. Eckloff and Griffith who. under the influence of a burning trident, were shoveling coal unceasingly to keep the home fires burning. It was explained to us that Mark Gifford, as former ambassador to China, had given away America ' s secrets concerning the abolishment of the opium trade to that country, and for that reason had been committed to that awful task His two companions were forced to endure their punishment for having taken advantage of the people ' s confidence and becoming prohibition agents A little beyond we came to the large boilers, the brass trimmings of which were being energetically polished by a person not recognized by us. Dante, however, informed us that the responsibility of this job was given, as a punishment for violating the T. K. A. rules of logical reasoning — it had fallen to no other person than Hazel M. Kimber. The next group pointed out by Dante was composed of Pierce. Luft and Ruhlin who were working on a perpetual motion machine, sifting ashes. Upon inquiry we were told that all three had been wealthy physicians, but Luft had been found guilty of being affiliated with an under- taker. Pierce of habitually g iving poisonous medicines by mistake, and then trying to soothe the patients with music: and Ruhlin of not sharing the secret of his great surgical successes. Nearby in a corner a little sheltered from the intense heat, we readily recognized our friend. Hickey, sleeping completely unmindful of his surroundings. He had not committed any major offence but had been awarded this berth so that he might have a warm atmosphere in which to continue his naps which were commenced in Economics. A surprise was in store for us. for at the top of a ladder of glowing iron stood Betty Kane, who was recording the temperatures of the largest boiler Beneath her were Herbie” Raddiffe and Lila Keller busily changing these temperatures from Centigrade to Fahrenheit. We asked Dante why it was that these three should be forced to perform such tasks and found that Betty, as Congresswoman from Rhode Island, had been conn ected with a huge grafting scheme in the problem of government ownership of the railroads. Herbie” and Lila were jointly involved in a Florida boom through which thousands of unsuspecting victims had been swindled. At the extreme end of this same boiler were four men. who. because of their knowledge of Thermo were given the work of testing the quality of the steam. These were Greenman. Johnson. Hill, and Mulcahy. Interfering with the rights of the sea by building a transoceanic bridge from Newfoundland to Ireland accounted for their present plight. We had become weary from witnessing such processes of torture and were horrified to find such a large percentage of our class represented in this region — still Dante explained that before leaving here there were yet a few more to see. He then called our attention to Lydia M. Jcncks. who had denounced Dr. Carroll ' s principles of higher education in her book entitled Advantages of Massachusetts ' Education over that of Rhode Island.” It was now her work to correct these statements in the millions of volumes which had been published. Another to make his appearance was Miles Smith. He had charge of all communications in this region since his invention of controlling airplanes by radio had resulted in such a terrific jam of aerial traffic. Nearby bending over a large vat of a turbid boiling liquid, was Nat Millman equipped with a trident and laboriously engaged in stirring this mass. This was his penalty for trying to compete with the Gods in the preparation of an Elixir of Life.” [58] 7 j3Jc A little beyond this scene and on the other side of our path, we were astonished to see a figure swimming in a sea of raging flames. Horrified by this awful sight we clung closer to Dante, asking him who was represented by the figure — He. worthy one, is John Harvey, who began his career as an electrical engineer but doomed his poor soul when he illegally obtained $2,000,000.00 for an attempt on his part to electrify the Trans-Siberian railroad. He is the last representative of your class in these regions. We will find the remaining ones in less dreadful abiding places. Fatigued and frightened with the sights we had seen we thus ascended to behold the stars. PURGATORIO Leaving this region behind we entered the land where human souls purge themselves that they may become worthy of the Kingdom of Heaven — -Purgatory. Contrasted with the former atmosphere of tumult and forced activities there was one here of sorrow and repentance. Darkness gave way to drear light for the land was a sunless one underneath the blanket of stars. A pre- dominant chill added to the gloom of this pitiful country. Now with heavy hearts but still wishing to learn of the fate of our remaining classmates we followed our exalted guide. No sooner had we entered Purgatory than the strains of dismal music reached our ears. We found that these proceeded from the lips of Connie Knoblesdorflf and Ev Christopher who now presented a far different aspect than formerly when singing their joyful tunes. Both Connie and Ev — poor souls — had been forbidden the immediate occupation of the holy kingdom because of their mania of killing courses while at Rhode Island State. Another couple who impressed us with their sadness was Jimmie Haslam and Thircles LaChappelle. With their heads bowed in their hands, they were seated weeping beside a small brook, repenting for their venial sins of the materialistic world, where, as Zoology Profs, they had confiscated all of the cats in their neighborhood for laboratory purposes. Seated upon a cold rock nearby, we recognized a figure deeply enveloped in thought. It was Ruth Curran. To her belonged the remorse of overloading the United States mails with her daily correspondence. As we stood watching, a figure approached with his hands locked behind him and a drooping head, portraying a mood of personal disgust. He. according to Dante, was Henry Hopkins, who had earned the rewards of Heaven but his pride in his knowledge of elec- tricity had tempted him to play havoc with the guardian of the golden gates by attaching to the knob and keyhole of these celestial portals, a magneto. St. Peter ' s distrust of the man forbade his presence in Heaven any longer. A little beyond him we noticed someone whose mien was very familiar to us; a long, white flowing beard concealed part of his face making him hardly recognizable. Yes — it was V. P. Cummings. His beard was the only remaining mark of his magistrateship which had caused the downfall of his immediate heavenly reward because of his favoritism of women in his decisions. Under a weeping-willow tree at the roadside, we saw Cal Lamont and Bink Peckham on bended knees solemnly imploring forgiveness for monopolyzing the potato market during the shortage of 1950. Dante then drew our attention to two women who with eyes uplifted to Heaven were asking ardent supplications. The one with auburn hair was Kae Clark, our class dietitian, who as a result of her flirtations with the hospital staff had made the grave error of confusing her patients ' diets and causing a general upheaval in her work. As a result, her position as a trusted worker was never regained and she was forced to years of repentance before receiving the heavenly blessing. The other was Genevieve Coughlan. formerly a renowned journalist, but she was subjected to this period of sorrowful reflections on account of her flaring criticisms of the policies of the World Again strains of sacred music reached our ears and down a mountain side we saw a multitude of souls approaching in slow procession. Dante informed us that some of our classmates would be found in this ceremonial march As they passed, we watched with interest for familiar faces and. sure enough, saw McIntosh. Whalen and Worrall. Toward the end. who should appear but Walter Gratton. We thus addressed our guide — Most beloved Dante, what unfortunate fates have caused such remorse in these poor creatures? Alas, dear ones, no guilt of disgraceful crimes belongs to this multitude, trifling matters alone are responsible for their present sadness. McIntosh would have been with the holy throng had he not attempted, while coach at a promi- nent university, to train a team with which to try to beat the invincible one of the University of Rhode Island. Neither would John Whalen have been one of this group had he not introduced a motor oil bearing his name which had water as its chief constituent — such is the punishment of a once famous chemist. Worrall was also designated as a candidate for Heaven, yet. ‘as ye sow. so shall ye reap.’ To this region he came to suffer in behalf of many formerly happy husbands, who had brought down unheard of wrath upon themselves in attempting to operate the Worrall Automatic Window Washer.” Gratton was doing excellent work as head of the Federal Trade Commission, yet he resigned when his country needed him most. For having left the United States in such an economic chaos he is obliged to regret his wrongs here. He is the last of your classmates in this region: follow me and we shall enter the third land.” With such words in our mind, we left the region of Purgatorio and with eyes uplifted in thanksgiving continued our journey to the stars. f 59] ac Paradiso Our guide then led us toward the rising sun and we again ascended the golden stairs. Far from the distressing scenes of the Inferno, and separated from the saddening effects of Purgatorio. we now entered the Kingdom of Brightness and Happiness. There at the immense golden gates we were greeted with affectionate beckonings from his holiness — St. Peter — the gate-tender. As we entered, the brightness came as a wonderful contrast to our entrance to the other regions. Gentle zephyrs filled the pure air with heavenly music. Oh. how happy we were to know that the remainder of our classmates would be enjoying everlasting peace. Now we gleefully proceeded to explore our own abode. Suddenly we espied two figures majestically seated on a silvery cloud which was floating in the air above us. As it drifted toward us. we recognized Bob Strong and Leo Weiss with broad wings, white robes and golden haloes forming a fitting part of the celestial throng. Who would not have awarded them the kingdom of Heaven? It is only right for Bob to be here because he had never allowed his morals to be corrupted by co-eds. while Leo. as a social service worker, had earned his reward by aiding the distressed women in their efforts to maintain their rights established under the 19th amendment. Strains of harmonious music drew our attention to a small group consisting of Kae Holley. Helen Kirby and Mrs. Rose. Each with a golden harp shared in the trio of divinely inspired music makers. It was a joy to see them in such a state of happiness which was so richly deserved. Kae had spent her life in charitable work as a dancer and supervisor of benefits for the poor. As a bacteriologist. Kirby had succeeded in isolating the mumps ' germ, thereby gaining everlasting happiness. The excellent work of Mrs. Rose as extension agent of South County rightfully made her one of the group. An unusually large angel was seen gliding through the radiated spaces. Dante called him Kippie and explained that he before all others should be awarded the blessings of Heaven, because, as head coach of the University of Rhode Island, he had succeeded in developing the Invincible Football Team of the East. Another pair of huge white wings and another halo drew our attention to a member of our class whom we were very glad to find in this region — it was Lillian Biltcliffe. who had obtained this reward by her willingness and optimism in carrying out so successfully her chosen work as chairman of the New England Board of Recreation. As we proceeded we came upon Art Grover and Cy Kimball with their arms filled with lilies, which made them appear far different in their angelic regalia from our recollections of them. Their joint achievements on the isolation of the atom was the foundation for the rewards of these former famous chemists. Harry Ellstrom was the next one we met. We were not surprised to find him here after we learned that, even as a wealthy resident of Fifth Avenue, he had refrained from attending the Follies However, we were surprised to find that one of our classmates should have had any inclinations towards missionary work — Dante pointed out Chet Jensen as a former religious worker among the Riffians. His noble work there had entitled him to dwell among the many angels. Still searching eagerly for dear faces, we beheld Bunny Straight and Harry Wilbourn en- joying these blessings. Their presence here was explained to us — Bunny ' s aim in life to better social conditions had resulted in the establishment of the Straight University of Home Economics, but this was only made possible throught the interest and co operation of Harry Is it any won- der, then, that they should be found here together? Our journey midst this happiness and contentment lead us to a group of four whom we recognized also as members of ' 26. Sure enough, they were Tommy Laycock. Walt Prcsbrey. Bayden Taylor, and Ted Schoeller. What a picture they made tripping the lieht fantastic ' As we later learned, each of them had been of very valuable service during his life. Laycock had been chief engineer of Muscle Shoals, which was the United States center of electrical power. Presbrey had followed in his father ' s footsteps in successfully fulfilling his duties as Police Com- missioner of Providence. Because of his political honesty and hard work. Taylor had thrice been re elected to the Governorship of Idaho A most difficult task had been accomplished by Ted Schoeller when he published his famous book. Deductions from the Theories of Einstein and Steinmetz. Intensely satisfied at the sight of such a group we continued our progress and finally per- ceived Don Kinzie gliding through the air illumined by the rays of the eternal light. We then addressed our guide Most worthy Dante, what goodliness has brought this one hither? and thus he answered us. Dear ones, his honesty in business and his perseverance in all his under- takings caused his successful career of fifty years ' service as president of the United States — Tooth pick Company— for this is he rewarded He is the last of your classmates to be seen. I shall now leave you in this abode, which shall be yours forever.” i_- iFu 1 ' j C y p ' caset ou t new surroundings we gave many thanks for our good behaviour, which had won for us a place among the sun and stars. [ 60 ] (asL Class Will We. the class of Nineteen Hundred and Twenty-six. do hereby affix our signature to this our last Will and Testament, on this the twenty-first day of June, in the year of our Lord, nineteen hundred and twenty-six. 1. To President Howard Edwards we bequeath our interest and utmost thanks and sympathy in guiding us safely through the past four years to the harbor of Commencement. To Frank W. Keaney, that sum of money which shall remain after our outstanding debts have been paid, as a first payment on the new stadium whose seating capacity must be five thousand. To Lucy C. Tucker. Bink’s Flivver and the services of one of the mem- bers of the class of ' 27 as chauffeur, to facilitate her traveling between the office and her home. To Charles L. Sweeting we bequeath the services of Walter S. Gratton as efficient Assistant Professor. To John Barlow, a Math, note book, property of L. M. J., so that he may jot down where he last put his glasses. To Frank B. Mitchell we leave those gloves which have so faithfully served Hazel M. Kimber during her career on this campus. To Clara M. Taylor, an alarm clock with which to call her family of home EC” Seniors to breakfast. To the entire faculty a new building in which to hold faculty meetings. 2. To the Class of Nineteen Hundred and Twenty-seven we bequeath the traditions of the College, and on their shoulders we do hereby place the burden of prestige and honor which we have so faithfully upheld. We also bequeath the front seats in assembly, the Senior privileges, out- standing among which is not eating in East Hall. MacKinzie’s smile we put in the hands of the faculty to bestow upon some needy Junior. Florence Straight’s beads we bequeath to Olive Allebough. to whom they have always been a source of trouble. 3. To the Class of nineteen Hundred and Twenty-eight we bequeath the dignity which they now must assume, having entered the ranks of upperclass- men. accompanied with privileges such as co-ed, 10 P. M. rule, and with the advice that they use them wisely. To those few co-ed members not already meditating matrimony, an Old Maids’ Home located in Biscuit City. 4. To the Class of Nineteen Hundred and Twenty-nine we bequeath sanity and sane judgment in their career as dominating Sophomores. Dear Freshmen, you have now outgrown your bibs and baby clothes, and we present you with Lux. Launder them well, and in order to take up your part in the maintenance of Student Government, pass them on to the Class of Nineteen Thirty. 5. To the entire Student Body we bequeath our hopes that they may en- deavor to follow our noble ideals and come to realize the true meaning of such aspirations which lead up to the pinnacle of success. (Signed) THE CLASS OF 1926. [61 ] Class of 1927 President RAYMOND T. PERRON Vice President LAURA E. MURRAY Secretary MILDRED L. THOMPSON Treasurer WILLIAM H. FORD Assistant T reasurer MURIEL ARNOLD Honorary Member CAPT. CLAUDE G. HAMMOND HISTORY From Providence, Brockton, Westerly, Fall River and a score of cities, towns and hamlets came, in the Fall of ' 23, a group of proverbially green Freshmen, who bought the proverbial tickets for the Biscuit City theatre, along with sundry other articles a Freshman is expected to purchase from the wily Sophs. It was not long, however, before class unity made itself felt. Particu- larly did it appear in every one of the seventy-odd men who reported for football, and with this material a powerful team was organized. They won game after game, and, by way of carrying the season to a successful close, defeated the Sophs. Not satisfied with this achievement, they boldly carried their banner on to the basketball court. Here thirty-seven men turned out, and of these five were picked, who romped through a series of sixteen games with a loss of only two. A hotly contested Soph-Frosh game was lost by the narrow margin of two points. The Freshies’ only weakness was in baseball, due to an inexperienced team and lack of a pitcher. Came summertime, then registration, and immediately ten of the class of ’27, now Sophs, were found on the football field. The Frosh were readily defeated in the final football game of the season. Winter found a Sophomore leading the Honor Roll. The class entered wholeheartedly into such activities as the Beacon, Phi Delta, and the Sophomore-Freshman debate. The Soph Hop was certainly a memorable event. Scrappy Co-ed teams in basketball and hockey were the sensation of the season. The boys of ’27 kept up the good work in basketball. The six men on the team and subs deserve credit for one of the most successful seasons in the history of Rhode Island basketball. The fast Frosh of ' 28 took the interclass game only after a hard struggle. Base- ball season came and the Freshies went down in defeat. Track teams were strengthened by the loyal support of ’27. Again the summer, and the class of ' 27. depleted somewhat in numbers, but proud and happy to have withstood the test of time, is on the campus. Social life was influenced by the class spirit of ' 27. It is almost needless to say that the spirit of ' 27 is evident in the success of the Junior Prom. Track, football, baseball, basketball, all were represented by members of ’27. And now they face the final test, the Senior year, before sadly leaving the dear old Alma Mater, for that greatest test of all. Life. [ 63 ] 1 Class of 1928 President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Assistant Treasurer Honorary Member Gerald H. Faunce Margaret E. Macrae Ceylon A. Randall William H. Gannon Elizabeth A. Kendall Charles L. Sweeting This, ladies and gentlemen, is the Class of 1928, — a class whose name will go down on the pages of History. From frenzied Frosh we have climbed, by dint of patient, sturdy toil, to our place in glory as sagacious Sophs. Little did Prexy and Captain Hammond realize as we signed on the dotted line and grabbed our tickets to Assembly that they were gazing on the eight wonders of the modern world. Without murmur or protest we took up the battle against Bill’s Math and the East Hall eggs. How well we have succeeded is evident. True, some of our noble band, tripped by Fate, were lost behind, but their brothers and sisters upheld the fair name of ’28 in class and athletics. About fifty of us, in spite of parental anxiety, took up football. We were cursed under a black star all season, but managed to come up smiling always, though only a few times victors. However, we proved the nucleus of a scrappy Varsity in our Sophomore year and easily overpowered our brother class of ' 29. In both our Freshman and Sophomore years we pulled our opponents through the icy waters of Underwoods Pond, in spite of their very evident dislike of water. We next turned our attention to basketball. Here, too, we rode home on the crest of victory in nearly every encounter, defeating Connecticut once and the Class of ' 27 . Six Sophomores, the following year, battled for berths on the Varsity and gained positions there. It was this year that our team, the dark horse, annihilated the world-beating Freshman club in a hectic fray. Our pride and joy. Red Haire. was elected Captain of Varsity for 1926-7. With the advent of warm weather we turned to baseball and track. In track we reign supreme, swamping every opponent and carrying on stellar material for Varsity this year. In baseball, though not covering ourselves with glory, due to lack of brilliant material, we finished a fairly successful season. Not only on the gridiron and basketball court, but also in scholastic circles our name glows bright with honor and achievement. Each honor roll is strengthened by many names of members of ’28. The Glee Club, College Orchestra, Phi Delta. T. K. A., and the Beacon all derive much of their working talent from our ranks. In every phase of our college life the influence of the class of ’28 cannot be overestimated. With confidence we face the future, that we may go on. through our studies and out into the world, upholding the honor of Rhode Island and the pride of ’28. I 65 I ) I Class of 1929 President Vice President Secretary T reasurer Assistant Treasurer Honorary Member Daniel B. Fitts Helen G. Bowerman Thelma Carpenter Alfred F. Anderson Emily Heap Fred Tootell Last but not least we will hear from inconspicuous (?) Freshmen. Ushered in. these young intelligent lads made Kingston their home for the duration of their college career, and soon became accustomed to the strict regu- lations laid down by the Student Council. In a very short time they demon- strated their ability in all the varied lines of college activity. Coach Keaney found no trouble in developing a strong football team out of the material that answered the call to arms, but in spite of a great amount of real scrap, they were defeated by a heavier and more experienced Soph team. In basketball, however, the Freshmen exceeded even the coach ' s expecta- tions. They produced one of the fastest, deadliest combinations of recent years, went through the season without one defeat, easily outclassing the Brown and Connecticut yearlings, and then, after the season was all over, lost to the Sophs in a two overtime period game by three points. The Freshmen added to their honor and the glory of Rhode Island by sending several of their number to work on the staff of the Beacon. Phi Delta claimed several more enthusiasts, while those who were musically inclined rendered their services to the Glee Club, R. O. T. C. Band, and the College Orchestra. In the light of the numbers who reported for early practice it may be expected the class will maintain its record in the field and on the diamond. With such a foundation to build upon, it would seem that the class will get a strong f oothold on the life of Rhode Island and make a history for itself hitherto unequalled. Time and Time again, we have heard that Rhode Island State College lacks tradition: but those people must be far sighted. The fact of the matter is that no State College in the East has as fine a field for tradition as Rhode Island. Our Campus is situated in an Old Colonial village rich with tradi- tion: — perhaps this fact has never inspired any of our critics to think and perhaps the story of Old Ben Butler has no connection with the statement; — but it seems a crime to pass this thought by, especially when our young college is trying to collect a group of majestic traditions to pass down from year to year. One object which I dare say some of our students never saw, but which means as much to our College as Old Ironsides does to our country, is Ben Butler.” Resting under the trees just west from Taft Laboratory is this old broken Cannon. If it could talk, its tale would grip the whole campus. Dur- ing the Civil War it served faithfully on one of our warships to protect the Llnion. As its days of usefulness passed, it was dismantled from the ship at Newport. Benjamin F. Butler, a prominent citizen of South County” and a can- didate for election, had an ardent supporter in Captain George N. Kenyon, who bought this old cannon to celebrate his election. Ever since that time this Civil War relic was called Old Ben Butler” and later served in many peculiar capacities. For instance, at times old whiskey bottles were shot far out to sea, and when clambakes were held at Gilbert’s Stuart ' s home the remains of the bake were fired high in the air. Then came those notorious years of 1891 and 1892 when our institution, after a crisis, was raised from a school to a college with the power to confer the degree. Bachelor of Science. In order to add to the noise and to further show the joy over the occasion, Mr. Fred Proseus and E. H. Mathewson. ' 94, went to see Captain Kenyon and attempted to procure the cannon. With his consent and the loan of a horse and carriage by Prof. Towar. they hired Mr. Champlin to move Old Ben Butler” on to the campus for the sum of five dollars. It was smuggled in secretely by a back way. Then came the problem of getting cartridges for it. This was solved by the procuring of blasting powder from Westerly, primers from Providence and old stockings and underclothing for wads from the students. The limit was four pounds of powder for each charge. When the Legislature passed the bill making the school a college. Old Ben Butler thundered forth its acclamations all day and way into the night at two pounds of powder per shot. At sunrise it was decided to fire it for the last time. To do this, the charge of powder was increased to a great extent and the muzzle was filled with wet grass, sods, leaves, paper, etc. As this charge was fired, Old Ben” went high in the air and fell to the earth with a broken barrel. Ever since that time it has stood silently on our campus, passed by students every day. many of them wondering what that piece of junk is doing there. Gentle readers. Old Ben Butler is a part of our campus, rich with tradi- tion; long may it stay to be respected as long as the sun rises and sets over our beautiful College. [ 68 ] Wearers of the R. I. Clifford K. Bosworth Willis B. Gifford Ian McClean Walker Clarence V. Hickey Richard L. Barber Lionel M. Warde Chester W. Jensen Football Robert E. Blake C. Kenneth Brown Raymond L. Draghetti Harold F. Vinton Gerald A. Cleary Owen R. Conroy Mark R. Gifford i V. Mead Donald B. Brown Clifford K. Bosworth Robert B. Strong George P. Lawton Track John D. Orr John M. Droitcour Norman B. Grant Emery H. Hall Cross Country Harry C. Wilbourn Lawrence W. Dring Robert B. Strong Benjamin Fine George Udell Baseball George A. Mackenzie Albert E. Makin James A. Wright Adonis Patterson Joseph W. Pinto Edwin W. R. Erickson Ernest LaChappell Joseph Grigo Marshall H. Nye Calvin Lamont Basketball to i Clifford K. Bosworth Robert C. Haire Chester W. Jensen Richard L. Barber Thomas O. Mulcahy John E. Harvey, Jr. SUE Football Season 1925 At the opening of football, the prospects for a successful season were very bright. Only four regulars had been lost from the ' 24 team and some promising men were coming up from the Freshman club. Thirty-three men reported back for early practice, but this number quickly dwindled to some twenty-five who stayed out the whole season. The season opened with Brown University in her new stadium. Rhode Island was opposed by a big Brunonian team, which proved to be too strong for her. Rhody fought an uphill battle all the way, but Brown emerged a victor. 33-0. Rhody ' s next engagement was with the University of Western Maryland at Baltimore. The team waged a worthy battle against the huskies from the coal regions, but was forced to take the short end of the 7-0 score after a well played game. The following week Lowell Textile tackled Rhode Island at Kingston. The team showed its superiority to Tech in every department of the game and Rhody inflicted a 12-0 defeat on the Lowell boys. The next tussle was with the strong University of New Hampshire team at Durham. Rhody played a listless game the first half and allowed three scores, but came back to fighting form the second half and held the same team to one score. Rhode Island was on the tail end of a 26-0 score. Rhode Island then took up the battle with the strong C. C. N. Y. eleven on our own field. This was one of the best games of the season. Our team showed a marked improvement over all previous games and was equally good on offence and defence. The game showed what our team could do at their best, and Rhody was a 1 2-0 victor over the New York team. The team next met Worcester Polytech at Worcester. Neither team had an offence or defence, and the game was a crude exhibition of football. Rhody paid the penalty of over confidence and Worcester gathered the laurels. 26-18 Bates then played their return game at Kingston. The strong off-tackle play of the Lewiston boys proved too much for our team, and Bates, after a hard game, took a 1 3-0 victory home with them. In the final game of the season Rhode Island met their old rivals, the Connecticut Aggies, on the home field. The Aggies had a good record and expected to take the game easily, but Rhody had her characteristic fighting spirit and would not yield. Rhode Island was easily the superior team, but after a hard fought fray the game ended in a 0-0 score. The team lined up with Conroy at center, Barbour and Walker at guards, Clary and Hickey at tackles. Warde and Jensen at ends. Bosworth at quarter. Draghctti and Brown at halfbacks, and Vinton at full. The line was sup- ported by Blake. Harnett. Gifford. Meade, Rogue, and Taylor. Richard Barbour was elected captain for the ' 26 season. Considering the calibre of the opposing teams, the season was one of the best in years. Coach Kcaney and the team should be given only credit for their achievements over the handicaps under which they worked and for inject- ing into every game the true Rhode Island spirit and determination and sports- manship. [71 1 SUMMARY 1925 GAMES Brown University R. I. 0 Opp. 33 University of Western Maryland 0 7 Lowell Textile 12 0 University of New Hampshire 0 26 C. C. N. Y 12 7 Worcester T ech 18 26 Bates 0 13 Connecticut 0 0 SCHEDULE 1926 Sept. 26 — Brown at Providence. Oct. 2 — University of Maine at Kingston. Oct. 9 — Lowell Tech at Lowell. Oct. 16 — University of New Hampshire at Kingston. Oct. 23— C. C. N. Y. at New York. Nov. 6 — Worcester Tech at Kingston. Nov. 13 — Connecticut Aggies at Storrs. 3 Ucl Basketball Season 1925-1926 The past basketball season ended with Rhody ' s club putting on record eight victories and having eight defeats registered against it. When the call for candidates was issued Coach Keaney had a wealth of stellar material report. After several cuts had been made to the squad, the following men were left to carry the hopes of Rhode Island through the cam- paign: Captain Ralph Hill, Haire, Jensen. Asher. Haslam, Bosworth. Spe- kin. Johnson. Hammett, Orr, Hayden, Negus and Murphy. The season opened on December 2nd, 1925, with New Bedford Textile. They went down to defeat, 49-26. The U. S. Coast Guard Academy was next crushed under Rhody’s attack. The first defeat of the season was registered when the basketeers from Yale crushed Rhody, 34-14. We won the next from Bridgewater Normal and lost the next two encounters to Boston University and M. I. T. After the game with M. I. T., six members of the Varsity squad were cut for breaking training. Jensen succeeded to the captaincy, and the team was made over with Bosworth at center, Haire and Jensen forwards. Barber and Mulcahy at guards. This combination continued to play out the remaining ten games on the schedule, winning five and losing five. On February 27th the followers of Rhody ' s basketball team witnessed one of the most thrilling games ever played on the Kingston court. In this game we registered a sensational victory from our rivals, the Aggies from Con- necticut. 33-27. At the end of the season R. I.’s were awarded to Captain Chet” Jensen, Red” Haire, Bosworth, Barber. Mulcahy, and Manager Harvey. Red” Haire was elected captain to lead the 1926-27 team. SUMMARY R. I. Opp. New Bedford Textile 49 26 United States Coast Guard Academy 35 29 Yale 14 34 Bridgewater Normal 48 29 Boston University 30 44 M. I. T 26 30 Northeastern. ... 25 43 Brooklyn Poly tech 25 28 St. Stephens Snow Lowell Textile . 50 36 Boston University 41 28 Northeastern 40 29 Maine 38 33 Connecticut . 33 27 Brown 29 46 Connecticut 29 41 Brown 23 39 535 542 £ Baseball Season, 1925 £ The past baseball season was not as successful as some that Rhode Island has seen. The team which represented “Little Rhody garnered five victories and received eight defeats in its thirteen starts. The training sessions were late in starting, due to the unfavorable weather conditions. It was not until the first of May that the club really got started. When the call for candidates was made a group of very likely material answered, and after seeding out the unde sirables, Coach Keaney had a squad of fifteen players to carry out the schedule. Captain Wright held down first; MacKenzie took his place behind the bat; La Chapelle. Lamont. Brown, White, and 7’urner alternated on the mound; “Al“ Makin covered second: Hickey played the hot corner, with Mycock stirring the dust at short. The outer gardens were patrolled by Pinto, Patterson, and Nye. Grigo, Erickson and MacClean were strong utility supporters. The season opened officially at Medford with Tufts. When the last baseball was thrown. Rhode Island was on the losing end of a hotly contested 3-1 battle. The next contest, with Bridgewater Normal, was lost. 15-14. We split a two game series with Northeastern University, losing at Boston. 11-1, and defeating them at Kingston, 12-3. Boston University hung two defeats on the Varsity, winning 12-7 and 13-11. We also lost a two game series with Brown. 12-3 and 12-6. We hung defeats upon Worcester Polytech. 3-1: Clark University, 12-6; and St. Michaels. 4-3. The best game by far of the season was the last with Connecticut Aggies, which resulted in a 6-4 victory for Rhode Island. At the close of the season MacKenzie. “Rhody ’s reliable backstop, was elected to captain the team through the season of 1926. RESULTS OF THE 1925 GAMES Tufts Bridgewater Normal Northeastern Boston University Boston University Northeastern Connecticut Worcester Poly tech Brown Clark University Brown St. Michaels Connecticut [ 76 ] R. I. Opp. 1 3 14 15 1 11 7 12 11 13 12 3 6 21 3 1 3 12 12 6 6 12 4 3 6 4 84 116 VARSITY 1926 SCHEDULE Bridgewater Normal April 10 Home Northeastern April 17 Boston Clark April 27 Home Colby April 29 Home Maine April 30 Home Worcester. . . . May 4 Worcester Boston University May 6 Home Northeastern May 7 Home Connecticut May 12 Storrs Clark May 17 Worcester Brown May 19 Providence Tufts. . . . May 20 Home Wesleyan May 25 Middletown Trinity May 26 Hartford Connecticut June 3 Home I 77] ae ' Track Season, 1925 Rhode Island’s track season for 1925 was not as suc- cessful as the rooters or Little Rhody wish it could have been. Manager Bosworth scheduled two meets for the sea- son. one with Connecticut on May 2nd and the other with Boston University on May 12th. The meet with Connecticut proved to be the more interesting of the two. as the score will relate. It went along from event to event with the score jockeying back and forth until the final event, the running broad jump. If Rhode Island placed first and second we could have won the meet. The best that Rhody ' s jumpers could do was second and third, and the meet went to the Aggies from Storrs, 69 1 2 to 65 2 3. The second meet with Boston University did not prove very interesting from the Rhode Island viewpoint, as the athletes from the college in the Hub proved to be far superior to Rhody ' s contenders on the cinders. Boston University took the lead at the start and held it throughout, defeating our spiked artists 85 1 2 to 49 1 2. Captain Strong was the outstanding star of the season, [78 1 3 placing well up and scoring many points in both meets. “Bob Strong and Johnnie” Orr were the outstanding stars in the meet with Connecticut. Strong finished first in the half mile, second in the mile, and second in the two mile. Orr won the 440, and placed second in the 220. and third in the run ning broad jump. Hall jumped to victory in the running high: Lawton spun the discus 103 feet 9 inches for first place: D. B. Brown heaved the javelin to victory, and Droitcour went over the bar the highest in the pole vault. Coach Keaney sent a trio of his best performers to the New England Inter collegiates. Brown hurled the javelin far enough to capture a fourth place. At the conclusion of the season Johnnie” Orr was elected captain for the 1926 encounters. At the time this is going to press, the prospects for a win ning aggregation this season are exceptionally bright, due to the showing of last year ' s Freshman team. We feel sure that Orr will lead his team to victories in the coming campaigns. 1926 SCHEDULE Northeastern University vs. Rhode Island, April 24th, 1926. Connecticut vs. Rhode Island. May 1st, 1926. Trinity of Hartford vs. Rhode Island, May 8th. 1926. New England Intercollegiates. May 21st, 22nd. 1926. [ 79 ] :: my Cross Country Season, 1925 The Hill Dalcrs of Rhode Island again this season continued to add victims to their ever increasing list. The spiked shoe boys, who push their way over the plains and through the woods, also tasted defeat, the first that a Rhode Island cross country team ever met in a dual meet. The call for candidates was issued by Manager Bob” Brightman as soon as school opened in September. From the men who reported Coach Tootell picked the following men. headed by Captain Wilbourne, to represent Rhode Island: Bob” Strong, our old reliable, who has yet to meet defeat in a dual encounter. These two were supported by “Benny” Fine, Dring. Mulcahy, Harrington, and “Dunk” Smith. The season opened on October 9th with Rhody meet- ing her first defeat in a dual meet at the hands of Massachu- setts Aggies, 26-28. On October 23rd the boys journeyed to Providence, where they took the scalps of Brunias marathoners for the fifth consecutive time, 21-34. Worcester Polytech next met defeat on October 31st, Rhody winning to the tune of 1 8-35. Tufts next came to Kingston with high hopes. This hope soon departed, for after the dust at the finishing line had settled, Rhode Island was lead- ing, 20-37. This meet featured Bob Strong in his last journey over the ruts and paths for Rhode Island. He came through with a grand finish to his brilliant career by ranging up a new record for the course. He will be sorely missed when the call is issued next year. Harry Wilbourn captained his team ably throughout the year, and will also be among the missing when the call is given again. At the close of the season La Dring was elected to lead the team 1926 season. We feel sure he will make an able leader. 1925 SCHEDULE AND RESULTS through Massachusetts Agricultural College 26 Rhode Island 28 Brown University 34 Rhode Island 21 Worcester Polytechnic Institute 35 Rhode Island 18 Tufts College 37 Rhode Island 20 R 3J Co-Ed Athletic Association President Vice President Secretary Manager Basketball Manager T rack Manager Tennis Manager Hockey Manager Baseball Manager Archery Katherine Holley Mildred Negus Elizabeth Ramsbottom Lillian Biltcliffe Virginia Lennon Olive Allebough Virginia Broome Emily Barber Ethel Hay TENNIS Early in the Fall, singles were played off by representatives of each class. The Freshmen won. with Betty Munster as representative. Plans are made to play doubles this spring. Anticipations for these games are great, due to the keen competi- tions expected. CO-ED BASKETBALL. 1925-26 The class games preliminary to the Connecticut-Varsity games were played off, with the usual interest and class spirit. The class of 1927 proved themselves the champions by winning all three games in which they participated, thus acquiring for the year 1925-26 the cup offered by the Athletic Association. The Varsity six were chosen from the best material of the class teams. On March 6. 1926. the second basketball game of the series with Con- necticut ended the tenth undefeated season with that team. This year Con- necticut put up a stiffer fight than usual, adding more pep and enthusiasm to the games. The contest February 27th on the home floor terminated with a score of 32-19 in favor of Rhode Island, proving to the girls that victory the following week would result only from rigid practice. Then followed a week of concentrated work, which was gratified in a 39-23 victory for our Co-eds. Lineup r. f Virginia Broome 1. g. Mildred Negus 1. f. Olive Allebough r. g. Katherine Holley j. c Doris Urquhart Sub Martha Humes, j. c. s. c. Katherine Clark A great deal of credit, for the success of the season’s basketball, was due to the manager. Lillian Biltcliffe. HOCKEY In order to stimulate more enthusiasm in field hockey. Mrs. Keaney made it possible for six girls who were particularly interested to witness the game at Wellesley between the All-American and the Irish teams. This year teams were not formed. It is hoped, however, to have them next year and further promote class spirit, through this sport. The interclass track meet and archery this spring will complete the athletic contests for the year 1925-26. 183 | [ 84 ] [ 85 ] The Beacon Board, 1925-1926 Editor-in-Chief Donald R. Kinzie, ’26 Managing Editor Albert L. Hiller, ’27 Business Manager Russell A. Eckloff, ’27 Contributing Editor Willis J. Snow, ’25 News Staff Walter Suita. ' 27. Athletics Bernice E. Grieves. ' 27. Intercollegiate George H. Alexander, ' ll . Feature Walter S. Gratton. ' 26. Campus Martha O. Sayles, ’26, Co-ed Business Department Russell A. Eckloff, ' ll , Advertising Kenneth Earle, ’28, Subscription Robert M. Asdikian. ' 28, Circulation Samuel Engdahl, ’28 Joseph Ayre, ’28 News Board Katherine V. Clark. ’26 Ethel D. Hay, ’27, George H. Glines. ' ll Benjamin Fine, ’28 Charles J. Miller, ’28 Mildred L. Thompson, ' ll Charles F. Wilcox, ' ll Maurice Conn, ' 28 Lillian Blanding. ’28 Louis J. Spekin, ’28 [87] ) 3 R. I. Club Roll Clifford K. Bosworth. ' 26 Robfrt B. Strong, ' 26 James E. Rolston, ' ll President Vice President Secretary and Treasurer Clifford K. Bosworth Willis B. Gifford Walter S. Gratton Mark R. Gifford Bernard M. Peckham Emery H. Hall James S. Haslam Bayden P. Taylor Members 1926 John E. Harvey Clarence V. Hickey Ralph P. Hill Chester W. Jensen Calvin Lamont George A. Mackenzie Ira D. Macintosh Robert B. Strong Harry C. Wilbourn Clinton L. Armstrong Howard F. Asher Richard L. Barber James Donald, Jr. John D. Orr Thomas O. Mulcahy 1927 Ralph V. Mead James R. Rolston Lionel M. Warde Joseph Grigo Edwin W. R. Erickson John M. Droitcour Ian MacLean Walker Robert E. Blake C. Kenneth Brown Raymond L. Draghetti Lawrence W. Dring Robert 1928 Harold F. Vinton Gerald A. Cleary Owen R. Conroy George Udell Benjamin Fine C. Haire [89 J 3 Glee Club and Orchestra 1925-1926 Donald R. Kinzie. ‘26. Manager Everett P. Christopher. ' 26. Leader Randolph C. Holt. ' 26. Asst. Mgr. Joseph M. Lamb. ' 26. Sec-Treas. Frank J. Anthony, Director George Pierce, ' 26. Accompanist Members 1ST T. Paul Johnson Randolph Holt Solomon Smolinsky Edward Erickson Alphonse Ravenelle 2nd T. Joseph Conklin Joseph Brown Russell Wirketis Henry Armbrust James Dow Edward Spargo Kenneth Fegan Edward Intas 1st B. Emerson Warde Thomas Miner Everett Christopher Alden Peterson George Anderson Robert Bruce 2nd B. Donald Kinzie Arthur Grover Herbert Adams Lawrence Dunn Walter Presbrey. Jr. Quartet Paul Johnson Edward Spargo Everett Christopher Donald Kinzie Donald Kinzie, Soloist Randolph Holt. Impersonator Everett Christopher. Soloist Edward Spargo. Reader Orc hestra Samuel Otis. Pianist Howard Canfield. Violin Delbert Nevins, Saxophones Robert Asdikian. Banjo Bruce Griffith. Trumpet John Tennant. Drums Concerts Wakefield Opera House. Wakefield. R. I February 5, 1926 Westerly Town Hall. Westerly. R. I March 5. 1926 Lippitt Hall, Kingston. R. I April 23. 1926 When this volume went to press, the Manager was engaging concerts in Pawtucket. Providence. Newport, and Bristol. The Glee Club has made wonderful progress this year, considering that the club consisted of nearly all new voices. It is hoped that next year the club may participate in the Intercollegiate Glee Club Contest. [91 ] imp:: The College Orchestra Benjamin Fine, Manager Robert Talbot, Assistant Manager Prof. Cecil C. Brown, Director Members of the Rhode Island State College Orchestra Prof. Cecil C. Brown, Violin. Director Russell WlRKETIS. Bass Violin Concert Master JOSEPH Sach, First Violin Robert Talbot, First Violin Carl T. Carlson, Second Violin James B. Dow. First Violin Charles Easterbrooks. Violin Palmer Morally, Violin William J. Mokray, Violin Thomas J. McCormick. Violin James McClusky. Violin David Fine. Solo Clarinet Robert Bunce, Second Clarinet Benjamin Fine, Flute and Piccolo Milton C. Epstein. Trumpet John Swift. Trumpet Maynard Foster, Trombone Solomon Smolensky, Drums and Traps Owen Lowe, Piano Robert Asdikian. Banjo Ceylon Randall, ’Cello The Rhode Island State College Orchestra, organized two years ago by Prof. Cecil Brown, has rapidly developed into a large ensemble of college musical talent. The orchestra plays at all assembly exercises and any function connected with the College affairs. Several concerts have been given during the past year at Lippitt Hall, and now arrangements are being made to broad- cast from one of the Providence radio stations. The orchestra is also consider- ing the novel experiment of holding a joint concert and battle of music with the Brown University Orchestra. Prof. Brown, director of the orchestra, is a very capable leader, and it is due to his untiring efforts that the orchestra has so greatly developed. Among the personnel of the organization are two clarinets, flute and piccolo, trombone, trumpets, bass viola and violins. The music played consists of semi-classic and also some of the more famous operas, such as Faust. ” Wilhelm Tell. Bohemian Girl,” Poet and Peasant,” and others of a similar nature. The College Orchestra has now been placed on equal basis with the other recognized College activities, and each member of this musical club is to receive a gold inscribed key in recognition of his services. to l 93 | 3 j2 Officers’ Club William Marcaccio. ’26 President James Ely Rolston, ’27 Vice President Paul Johnson. ’26 Secretary Noel Vernon White Smith, ’27 Treasurer The Officers ' Club, comprising all advanced course students, was organized in October. 1925. for the purpose of stimulating interest in the military arts. Interesting talks and lectures by highly ranking officers of the army, as well as displays of educational films on West Point life, have made the club’s object a great success. Since everyone is welcome to attend these lectures, all members of the battalion are given an opportunity to acquaint themselves with the modern methods of warfare. The battalion won Distinguished College rating last year. It is an ardent aim of the Officers’ Club to further this distinction by working towards the establishment of a chapter of the national honorary military fraternity, the “Scabbard and Blade.” With the close co-operation that has been evident up to the present time among the students and the faculty, we feel certain that such a chapter will be established at Rhode Island State College in the near future. [95 ] The Rifle Team 1925-26 The rifle team, perhaps the least heard of but by no means the least active team upon the campus, completed another very successful season this year. Thirty-three matches were shot, out of which the team only lost three. They also placed third in the New England Intercollegiate match. The team was composed of E. K. Johnson, P. Johnson. H. Radcliffe, O. Harrington, G. H. Glines, A. H. Leigh, H. Armbrust, Gould, B. Fine, A. Marchant. and P. N. Creaser. Capt. Paul D. Carter and Scrgt. Friel were the coaches. Summary R. I. Opp. North Carolina State 1688 3073 South Dakota State 3688 3463 South Dakota University 3688 Forfeit Michigan State 3632 3489 Iowa State . 3632 3593 C. C. N. Y 3632 Forfeit Cornell 3632 3515 University of Vermont. ... 3632 3545 Northwestern 3632 Forfeit University of Montana 3724 3823 University of Washington. . . . . 3724 3602 University of Tennessee. . . . 3724 3644 University of Minnesota. . . . 3790 3740 University of West Virginia 3790 3627 West Maryland 3790 3552 V. P. I. 3802 3746 University of Delaware. ... 3802 3545 Oregon Aggie 3802 3631 University of Cincinnati 3802 3840 University of Porto Rico 3802 3257 North Dakota State 3753 3273 Oklahoma A. and M 3753 3689 University of Kansas 3753 3764 University of Oregon 3738 3405 Ohio State 3738 3652 Pennsylvania State 3738 3694 Montana State 3761 Forfeit University of Dayton 3761 3549 V. M. I. 3761 3659 Mississippi A. and M 3794 Forfeit Creighton University New England Intercollegiate 3816 . 3rd 3409 196 ] The Battalion Commandant Claude G. Hammond, Inf., D. O. L. Staff Paul D. Carter, Captain, D. O. L. Jesse M. Prime. Master Sergeant, D. E. M. L. Elmer C. Lindsey, Staff Sergeant. D. E. M. M. Augustus Friel, Sergeant, D. E. M. L. Headquarters Detachment Major. . . . William Marcaccio First Lieutenant ( Adjutant ) Harold L. McAuslan Color Sergeant HENRY VAN VALKENBURG Hand Sergeant DELBERT L. NEVINS Company A Captain DONALD R. KlNZE First Sergeant GEORGE A. EDDY First Platoon Second Platoon Earle K. Johnson 1 sr Lieut. (Plat. Comdr.) A. Elvin Paterson Casimir A. Rogus Platoon Sergeant RANDOLPH C. Holt James E. Rolston Sgt. R. G. Ldr. Is Sec. ALBERT L. HILLER Raymond V. P. Cahill Sgt. L. G. Ldr. 2nd Sec. Raymond H. Christopher Captain. . . . First Sergeant Company B Paul Johnson Edwin W. R. Erickson First Platoon Arthur W. Grover Robert H. Brightman Olaf E. Harrington William H. Ford Second Platoon Is Lieut. (Plat. Comdr.) EMERY H. Hall Platoon Sergeant WALTER L. HAMILL Sgt. R. G. Is Sec. ORMOND W. GAY Sgt. L. G. 2nd Sec. DONALD A. LANGWORTHY Captain First Sergeant Company C Herbert E. Radcliffe E. Earle Martin First Platoon Robert B. Strong Kenneth W. Priestley Howard F. Asher Russell A. Eckloff Is Lieut. (Plat Comdr.) Platoon Sergeant Sgt. R. G. Is Sec. Sgt. L. G. 2nd Sec. Second Platoon Sidney J. Bragg Caleb E. Whitaker Alfred H. Leigh John D. Orr I 97 1 1 Masonic Club President Vice President Secretary T reasurer Willis B. Gifford Donald R. Kinzie Mr. Carrick E. Wildon Mr. Clarence E. Brett 1926 Everett P. Arnold Mr. Waldo L. Adams Prof. John Barlow Prof. George E. Adams Dr. Harold W. Browning Dr. Howard Edwards ‘ Chef” Leonidas Stowell Prof. Marshall Tyler Carl W. Ruhlin Mr. Frederick Bauer Mr. Andi Dr. Basil E. Gilbert George H. Glines Mr. Samuel C. Damon Prof. John Ladd Harold L. McAuslan Walter S. Gratton Miles E. Smith Alvin S. Clegg Alfred W. Swanson Irving F. Patt E. Stene [ 99 ] 2l£ Willis B. Gifford. ' 26 Helen P. Kirby. ' 26 Katherine Clarke. ' 26 Thomas Mulcahy, ' 26 Prof. Helen E. Peck Everett P. Arnold. ' 26 Raymond T. Perron, ' 27 Hazel M. Kimber, ' 26 President Vice President Secretary T reasurer Director and Coach Stage Manager Business Manager Property Manager Phi Delta, the campus dramatic society, established in 1916 and propos ing to create an interest in dramatics among the students of the college, has had a most successful year. The society not only gives excellent training in act ing under the able coach. Prof. Peck, but also develops coaching ability among the students. Plays are presented from time to time in Kingston and in nearby towns, always meeting the approval of the most critical. The first play of this school year. The Ghost Story,” by Booth Tark- ington was presented in Kingston January 15th. 1926, under the able direc- tion of Miss Laura Murray. The play, Spreading the News,” by Lady l 100 1 Phi Delta— Continued Agusta Gregory, was very successfully presented in place of the usual Assembly exercises March 29th. 1926. The play was well coached by Miss Mildred Negus. The major production of the year. What Every Woman Knows, by Sir James Barry, author of Peter Pan,” Little Minister, Quality Street, ’ etc., was the crowning event of the year in the dramatic field. This difficult play was most ably coached by Prof. Peck. £ ($J The Economist ' s Club Walter S. Gratton, ’26 President Andrew R. Brown, ’26 Vice President Romeo A. DeBucci, ’27 . Secretary Ronald J. Byrne, ’27 Treasurer Ctl Chemical Society Cyril S. Kimball, ’26 President BYRON F. Cook, ’26 Vice President GEORGE E. Dewsnap, ’26 Secretary and Treasurer Home Economics Club Elizabeth Kane, ’26 Constance C. Knobelsdorff, ’26 Laura E. Murray, ’27 I ioi 1 President Vice President Secretary and T reasurer Men’s Athletic Association Clarence V. Hickey, ' 26 Chester W. Jensen, ’26 Mark R. Gifford, ' 26 President Vice President Secretary and Treasurer $ Women’s Athletic Association Katherine G. Holley, ' 26 President Mildred E. Negus, ' 27 Vice-President ELIZABETH C. Ramsbottom. ' 27 Secretary and Treasurer t 3 C$3 Y. W. C. U. Florence M. Straight, ' 26 President Mabel E. Dimond, ' 27 Vice President Hazel M. Kimber, ' 26 Secretary OLIVER F. ALLEBAUGH, ’27 Treasurer $ tj3 Blanket Tax Committee Mark R. Gifford, ' 26 Bernard M. Peckham, ' 26 John E. Harvey, ' 26 Robert H. Brightman, ' 27 Russell A. Eckloff, ’27 Donald R. Kinzie, ' 26 Mark R. Gifford, ' 26 Everett P. Christopher, ' 26 Football Manager Baseball Manager Basketball Manager T rack Manager Beacon Representative Glee Club Manager Lecture Association Representative Debating Representative c FACULTY MEMBERS Prof. John Barlow Prof. Royal L. Wales Prof. Marshall H. Tyler Mr. Frank W. Keaney [ 102 ] George F. Pierce. ' 26 Mark R. Gifeord. ' 26 Genevieve Coughlan, Hazel M. Kimber, ' 26 Biological Society ' 26 President Vice President T reasurer Secretary CJ3 Mechanical Engineering Society Walter A. Presbrey. ' 26 President HARRY T. EllstroM. ' 26 Secretary and Treasurer Prof. Royal L. Wales. Faculty Advisor C£ tt3 R. I. S. C. Branch of E. E. Donald B. Brown. ' 26 President SIDNEY J. Bragg, ’26 Secretary and Treasurer Executive Committee Prof. William Anderson Donald B. Brown, ' 26 Joseph M. Lamb. ' 26 John E. Harvey, Jr.. ' 26 Henry Hopkins, ’26 Civil Engineering Society George E. Spargo. ’26 Herbert C. Taft. ’27 Edward Intas, ’28 Casimir A. Rogus, ’27 Richard L. Barber. ' 27 President Vice President Secretary Treasurer Programme Committee to I 103 | I n g2.G Men’s Student Council Chester W. Jensen. ' 26 Clifford K. Bosworth. ' 26 Donald A. Langworthy. ' 27 Mark R. Gifford . ' 26 President Vice President T reasure r Secretary COMMITTEE Judiciary Chester W. Jensen. ' 26. Chairman Clifford K. Bosworth, ' 26 Raymond T. Perron. ' 27 Fred M. Hammett, Jr., ' 28 Maurice T. Monahan. ' 29 College Development Clifford K. Bosworth. ' 26, Chairman Harry T. Ellstrom, ' 26 Paul Johnson. ' 26 Donald A. Langworthy. ' 27 Mark R. Gifford. ' 26 Activities Mark R. Gifford. ' 26. Chairman Walter S. Gratton. ' 26 John E. Harvey. ’26 Lionel M. Warde. ' 27 Athletics Donald R. Kinzie. ’26. Chairman Raymond T. Perron, ’27 Chester W. Jensen. ’26 Frederick W. Dechanz. ' 27 Fred M. Hammett. Jr., ’28 [ 105 ] ] Women’s Student Council Martha O. Sayles, 26 President Mildred E. Negus, ' 21 Vice President Virginia L. Broome, ' 28 Secret ary -Treasurer The student governing bodies of the College are a source of great power for the students. They are the machines by which the students can do much to regulate college life, if the students willed. Much is done at present along this line, and much more can be done in the future as soon as the students realize the value of this organization. The men representatives from the various classes are chosen as follows: Eight Senior, four Junior, one Sophomore, and one Freshman. The women have representatives number two from each class. Other members of the Women ' s Student Council not named before are: Hazel M. Kimber. ' 26: Olive F. Allcgaugh. ' 27; Henrietta I. Eastwood. ' 28; Emily Heap, ' 29, and Annette Henshaw. ' 29. 1 107 | Tau Kappa Alpha Mark R. Gifford. ' 26 President Hazel M. Kimber. ' 26 Secretary and Treasurer MEMBERS Hazel M. Kimber. ' 26 Francis R. Smith, ' 26 George H. Alexander. ' 27 Thomas O. Mulcahy. ' 26 Mildred F. Negus, ' 27 George H. Mark R. Gifford, ' 26 Everett P. Christopher. ' 26 Henry M. Barney. ' 28 Milton C. Epstein. ' 28 Joseph E. Clegg, ' 27 Pickar. 28 Debating Society Everett P. Christopher, ' 26 President GEORGE H. Alexander. ' 27 Secretary -Treasurer The Debating Society co-operates with the coach in running the Freshman- Sophomore and Intercollegiate debates. Three intercollegiate debates have taken place: — R. I. S. C. versus Univ. of Maine at Kingston, March 4th, 1926. Univ. of N. H. versus R. I. S. C. at Durham. March 4th. 1926. R. I. S. C. versus Conn. Agr. College at Kingston. March 18th. 1926. For the first time in the history of debating at Rhode Island, three unani- mous decisions were given to the teams representing Rhody.” Plans are under way for a debating league of the six New England State Colleges for next year. [ 108 1 ' as ' Aggie Club Everett P. Christopher. ' 26 President Noel W. SMITH, ' 27 Vice President Bernard M. Peckham. ' 26 Secretary Calvin Lamont, Jr.. ' 26 Treasurer The Aggie Club at Rhode Island State College is the oldest organization of its type on the campus, being founded in 1907. Speakers on Agricultural and kindred subjects are heard throughout the year, giving the students ideas from the outside world. The club runs one of the fine major dances of the year, a Costume Ball, the proceeds being used to send judging teams to represent the College in inter- collegiate contests. The teams this year were very successful, taking first place in the New England Fruit Show contest, second in the Massachusetts Carnation Society Show, and placing nearly every man in the Eastern States Exposition in the stock classes. A petition for a charter to the national honorary judging fraternity. Lambda Gamma Delta, is being considered as this book goes to press. The Aggies, although few in number, are among the most active on the campus. C£ ft] The Lecture Association Mark Russell Gifford. ' 26 Donald Alan Langworthy. Genevieve Coughlan. ' 26 Prof. Helen E. Peck Prof. Joseph Waite Ince President ' 27 Vice President Secretary Faculty Treasurer Faculty Member Program. 1925-1926 Little Theatre Party November 6 Georgiana Barbara Such December 1 0 . DeJen and Company January 7 Jugo-Slav Tamburica Orchestra February 3 An exceptionally fine program was presented by the Lecture Association during the past season. On November 6th the Little Theatre Party entertained with a play entitled In Love With Love. We all were. A dramatic portrayal of the Kabyles of Les Ouadias, by Miss Georgiana Barbara Such, was given on December 10th. It was agreed there was “None- Such.” DeJen Company performed miracles before the skeptics on January 7th. Spirits — Do They Come Back? was their theme. If you really want to know, ask Coach Keaney. On February 3rd the Jugo-Slav Tamburica Orchestra gave a concert of unusual charm. They were a versatile group of musicians and had something to please the most critical. 1 109 ] [ 110 1 jmm [ 111 ] ::: Rho Iota Kappa Founded 1908 Honorary Member Howard Edwards, LL.D. 1926 Webster Greenman Arthur White Grover Ralph Pringle Hill Paul Johnson Thomas Oliver Mulcahy Walter Ackman Presbrey, Jr. 1927 Richard Lewis Barber Robert Henry Brightman William Henry Ford Lionel Miles Warde Caleb Earle Whitaker. Jr. 1928 Robert Edward Blake Rover Courtland Chapman Arthur Edward Dunphy William Henry Gannon Charles Thurber Miller 1929 Thomas Walter Anderson Frank Edward Caulfield Herbert Manton Chase, Jr. George Timothy Keating John Francis McKenna. Jr. Maurice Thomas Monahan Chester Joseph Policks Charles William Sowter William Bernard Trumbell 6 [ 113 1 ] Beta Phi Founded 1910 Honorary Member Prof. John Barlow 1926 Everett P. Christopher Emery H. Hall James H. Haslam Ernest H. LaChappelle Calvin Lamont, Jr. Thomas A. Laycock Harry C. Wilbourn 1927 George H. Alexander Clinton L. Armstrong Raymond H. Christopher Harold A. Lamberton Ralph V. Mead Edward A. Mowbray Robert S. McCully H. Vernon Van ValKenberg 1928 Henry M. Barney Frederick W. Brown Raymond L. Draghetti Charles Heaton William H. Murphy 1929 Malcolm Bowers W. J. Fleming W. E. Gowld C. F. Magoun H. W. Magoun L. F. McClusky J. E. Olsoon H. A. Stenholm N. B. Swift to [ 1151 ) 3 Delta Alpha Psi Founded 1911 Honorary Member Prof. Mar shall Tyler 1926 Donald Hammond Dennis Walter Samuel Gratton Harold Lee McAuslin. Jr. Alexander Elwin Paterson 1927 Howard Jerome Canfield Romeo Alphonse DeBucci Samuel Alleyne Otis Alfred Walter Swanson 1928 Norman Fischer Blair Joseph Brown. Jr. Gerald Augustine Cleary Alvin Shaw Clegg William Cook Leonard Ambrose Duckworth Frank Newton Chester Follett Scott 1929 A. Anderson R. Bowers C. Jones A. Justin W. Limric A. McKay L. Oden G. Pratt I 117 I Eta Chapter of Theta Chi Founded 1911 Honorary Member Prof. Harold C. Browning 1926 Stanley Clark Bliss Clifford Kenneth Bosworth Mark Russell Gifford Alfred Milton Hill George Harold McKenzie Bernard Maurice Peckham Bayden Powell Taylor 1927 Howard Francis Asher Robert Franklin Bostock Edwin William Erickson John Alexander Fenwick Oi.af Edwin Harrington Joseph Henry Negus Delbert Livingston Nevins Raymond Tellesphore Perron Noel Vernon White Smith Herbert Farris Taft. Jr. 1928 Halfden Anderson Robert MacCormick Bruce Carl Theodore Carlson Dale Rex Coman Rudolph John Depner Maynard Prescott Foster Robert Conklin Haire Edward Intas Wilhelm Gustaf Johnson Alfred Thomas Kratzert Raymond Earle Stevens Robert Nelson Talbot Ian Maclean Walker Benjamin Emerson Ward George Alexander Wragg 1929 Howard Allen Caesar Frederick Archambault Robert John Balfour George MacDonald Hylan Kenneth Mackenzie Louis Baxter Palmer Samuel Payne Howard Joseph Reid Patsy Rinaldo Cecil Robert Smith 1 119 ] © : p : Theta Chi Founded at Norwich University 1856 Active Chapters Alpha Norwich University Beta Massachusetts Institute of Technology Gamma University of Maine Delta Rensselear Polytechnic Institute Epsilon Worcester Polytechnic Institute Zeta New Hampshire State College F.ta Rhode Island State College Theta Massachusetts Agricultural College Iota Colgate University Kappa University of Pennsylvania Lambda . Cornell University Mu University of California Nu Hampden Sydney College Xl University of Virginia Omicron Richmond College Pi Dickenson College Rho University of Illinois Sigma Oregon Agricultural College Tau University of Florida Upsilon New York University Phi North Dakota Agricultural College Chi Alabama Polytechnic Institute Psi University of Wisconsin Omega Pennsylvania State College Alpha Beta University of Pittsburg Alpha Gamma University of Michigan Alpha Delta Purdue University Alpha Epsilon Leland Stanford. Jr. University Alpha Zeta . University of Rochester Alpha Eta University of North Carolina Alpha Theta Dartmouth College Alpha Iota Indiana University Alpha Kappa West Virginia University Alpha Lambda Ohio State University Alpha Mu Iowa State College Alpha Nu Georgia School of Technology Alpha Xl University of Delaware Alpha Omicron Washington State College Alpha Pi University of Minnesota Alpha Rho . University of Washington Alpha Sigma University of Oregon Alumni Chapters Boston Worcester New York Philadelphia Pittsburgh Hartford Providence Richmond Fargo Rochester Washington Springfield. Mass. Detroit San Franciscq Twin City [ 121 ] The Eta Zeta Chap! Honorary Members Prof. Royal L. Wales Prof. William Anderson 1926 Everett Perry Arnold Andrew Robertson Brown George Ellis Dewsnap Chester Weber Jensen Cyril Kimball Raymond Luft Ira Daniel McIntosh George Franklin Pierce Carl Waldemar Rhulin Miles Edward Smith 1927 Christopher Kendrick Brown Richard Ali.en Cordin James Donald Robert Jason Hazard Donald Alan Longworthy of Lamda Chi Alpha 1928 Owen Robert Conroy Gerald Horace Faunce Daniel Francis Galvin Milton Howard Irons Horace W. Knowles John Fowler Tennant, Jr. James Kelly Townsend 1929 Karl Gustaf Anderberg Alvin Maurice Anderson James Hatton Brindle, Jr. George Irving Cook James Buchanan Dow Daniel Burton Fitts John William Hewberger Kenneth Earle Keach Richard Martin Angus Cameron Munro Duncan McCullock Willard Herbert Spence 1 12.1 ] 7 Alpha Zeta Boston University Gamma Zeta Massachusetts Agricultural College Epsilon Zeta University of Pennsylvania Zeta Zeta Pennsylvania State College Iota Zeta Brown University Lambda Zeta Massachusetts Institute of Technology Beta Zeta University of Maine Sigma Zeta University of Michigan Phi Zeta Rutgers College Delta Zeta Bucknell University Pi Zeta Worcester Polytechnic Institute Omicron Zeta Cornell University Mu Zeta University of California Tau Zeta Washington State College Eta Zeta Rhode Island State College Theta Zeta Dartmouth College Upsilon Zeta Louisiana State College Xi Zeta DePau University Chi Zeta University of Illinois Omega Zeta Alabama Polytechnic University Kappa Zeta Knox College Nu Zeta University of Georgia Rho Zeta Union University Psi Zeta Purdue University Alpha Alpha Zeta Butler College Alpha Gamma Zeta University of South Dakota Alpha Epsilon Zeta Harvard University Alpha Zeta Zeta Colgate University Alpha Iota Zeta Northwestern University Alpha Lambda Zeta Oregon Agricultural College Alpha Beta Beta University of Wisconsin Alpha Phi Zeta University of Alabama Alpha Delta Zeta Missouri Schools of Mines Alpha Pi Zeta University of Denver Alpha Omicron Zeta University of Indiana Alpha Mu Zeta University of Texas Alpha Tau Zeta Iowa State College Alpha Eta Zeta Oklahoma A. and M. College Alpha Sigma Cumberland University Alpha Theta Franklin and Marshall College Alpha Upsilon Syracuse University Alpha Xi New Hampshire College Alpha Chi Richmond College Alpha Omega Ohio University Alpha Kappa Wabash College Alpha Nu Western Reserve University Alpha Psi University of Washington [ 124 | I Active Chapter— Continued Gamma Alpha University of Akron Gamma Epsilon University of Pittsburgh Gamma Zeta Washington and Jefferson College Gamma Iota Denison University Gamma Lambda University of Chicago Gamma Beta University of Nebraska Gamma Sigma Southern Methodist University Gamma Phi Washington and Lee University Gamma Delta Vanderbilt University Gamma Phi Colorado Agricultural College Gamma Omicron Michigan Agricultural College Gamma Mu University of Colorado Gamma Tau Ohio State University Gamma Eta Hamilton College Gamma Theta Trinity College Gamma Upsilon North Carolina State College Gamma Xi Kansas State College C$3 fy Alumni Chapter Baton Rouge, La. Bessemer, Ala. Boston. Mass. Buffalo, N. Y. Chattanooga, Tenn. Chicago. III. Cincinnati. Ohio Cleveland. Ohio Columbus, Ohio Dallas, Texas Denver. Colo. Detroit. Mich. Galesburg. III. Harrisburg. Pa. Hartford, Conn. Wilkesbarre. Indianapolis. Ind. Lincoln. Neb. Los Angeles, Cal. Milwaukee, Wis. Minneapolis, Minn. Montgomery, Ala. New York, N. Y. Philadelphia, Pa. Pittsburgh, Pa. Providence, R. I. San Francisco, Cal. Schenectady, N. Y. Seattle. Wash. St. Louis. Mo. Washington, D. C. Pa. I 125 ] 1 3 Zeta Pi Alpha Founded 1920 Honorary Members Prof. Phillip Hadley. Ph.D. Prof. Joseph Waitf. Ince. M.A. 1926 Stephen Dominic Berardinelli Harry Bernhard Eckloff Harry Bruce Griffith Clarence Vincent Hickey Donald Rosslyn Kinzie Robert Bennett Strong Frank Oliver Brown Kenneth Cottrell Brown Russell Arvid Eckloff Edward Allen Erickson John Rushton Shoesmith George Edward Hayden Elvin George Hendrick Randolph Curtis Holt Ernest Raymond Osbourn i • : Joseph Clinton Ayre Lawrence William Dring Samuel Alfred Engdahl Isaac Church Hull Roland Alphonse Gignac Antonio Matarese 1929 Henry Norman Armbrust Ernest Louis Hoar Arthur George Kevorkian John Harold McCann Francis Drury McGinn Alfred Stoweli. 1 127 ] 3 Beta Nu Epsilon Founded 1922 Honorary Member Dr. Howard Edwards, L. L. D. 1926 Morris Barasch Nathan Millman 1927 Benjamin Bloom Casper M. Sutton Joseph Sack Leonard A. White 1928 Maurice Harold Conn Milton C. Epstein Benjamin Fine Connie Friedman Lewis Henry Miller Louis J. Spekin 1929 Joseph Deutsch Samuel Sidney Epsteim, Jr. David Fine Alex Henry Hurwitz Howard Morton Miller Joseph Pulver Solomon Arthur Smolensky Delta Sigma Epsilon Founded 1923 Honorary Member Prof. C. Lloyd Sweeting 1926 John D. Orr 1927 Ronald T. Byrne Joseph E. Clegg John M. Droitcour Frank D. Easterbrooks Warren S. Gray Albert L. Hiller E. Earle Martin Allan H. Pilling Charles W. Wilcox 1928 E. Wesley Adams James H. Allenson Raymond E. Borden Raymond H. Lawton Earle H. Madison James E. Marble Hugh G. Orr Ceylon A. Randall 1929 James A. Dawson Allen E. Ernst Clarence E. Graham Gladding Johnson Wallace B. McClean Earl McCrillis Edward J. Pike © I 131 l ) R. I. Campus Club Founded 1920 Faculty Member Prof. C. Lester Goggins Honorary Member Chef” L. T. K. Stowell Graduate Member Leo LaFleur 1926 Sidney Bragg Vincent P. Cummings Harry T. Ellstrom John E. Harv ey Henry Hopkins Alberico C. Mansolillo William Marcaccio Theobald Schoeller Francis R. Smith Harold C. Warden Albert E. Worrall 1927 Leslie P. Bloomer Percival M. Creaser George A. Eddy Ormand Gay Alfred H. Leigh Kenneth W. Priestly Casimer A. Rogus James E. Rolston 1928 Fred M. Hammett Vincent Murphy Thomas F. Power Eugene L. Roderick f 133 ] 1929 Alden E. Peterson Joseph M. Santoro 3 Phi Sigma Founded 1925 Honorary Member Prop. H. Churchill 1927 C. Gunnar Johnson Herbert M. Koran Granville Milton Neal Roger Leroy Searle 1928 George Richmond Anderson Charles Greenleaf Cloudman Dexter Luther, Jr. James Henry Richardson Henry M. Shaw 1929 John M. Briston Richard Leete Cotton H. Bernard Scott ] Polygon Interfraternity Society Honorary Member Professor Joseph W. Ince Rho Iota Kappa Walter A. Presbrey, Jr., ’26 Ralph P. Hill, ' 26 Lionel M. Warde, ' ll Beta Phi Calvin Lamont, Jr., ’26 Harry C. Wilbourn, ’26 Edward Mowbray, ' ll Delta Alpha Psi Harold McAuslan, ’26 Walter S. Gratton, ’26 A. Elwin Paterson, ' 26 Lambda Chi Alpha Chester W. Jensen, ’26 Ira D. McIntosh, ’26 Andrew R. Brown. ' 26 Z eta Pi Alpha Clarence V. Hickey, ’26 Harry B. Griffith, ' 26 Elvin G. Hendrick, ' ll I 137] c Sigma Kappa Founded at Colby College, 1874 1926 Katherine Viola Clark Elizabeth Kane Helen Pauline Kirby 1927 Olive Frances Allebaugh Hazel Elizabeth Gage Laura Estelle Murray Elizabeth Cook Ramsbottom Mildred Lucy Thompson Doris Elaine Urquhart Mildred Stewart Wood 1928 Lillian Evelyn Blanding Henrietta Isabel Eastwood Lois Marie Eldredge Edith Pearl Grover Antoinette Hay Elizabeth Teresa Hearn Elizabeth Anne Kendall Margaret Esther Macrae Mable Emma Peckham Jean Isabel Robertson Majorie Louise Wells 1929 Dorothy Lee Champlin Ruth Lucille Coombs Frances Mayhern Davies Alice St. Clair Gladding Helen Elizabeth Goodwin Emily Heap Miriam Gray Hope Martha Ryland Humes I 139] Active Chapters Alpha Colby College Beta and Gamma Consolidated with Alpha Delta Boston University Epsilon Syracuse University Zfta George Washington University Eta Illinois Wesleyan University Theta University of Illinois Iota University of Denver LAMBDA University of California Mu University of Washington Nu Middleburg College Xi University of Kansas Omicron Jackson College Pi Leland Stanford Jr. University Rho Randolph-Macon Woman’s College Sigma Southern Methodist University Tau University of Indiana Upsilon Oregon Agricultural College Phi Rhode Island State College Chi Ohio State University Psi University of Wisconsin Omega Florida State College for Women Alpha Beta University of Buffalo Alpha Gamma Washington State College Alpha Delta University of Tennessee Alpha Epsilon Iowa State College Alpha Zeta Cornell University Alpha Eta University of Minnesota Alpha Theta University of Louisville Alpha Iota Miami University Alpha Kappa University of Nebraska Alpha Lambda Adelphi College Alpha Mu University of Michigan Alpha Nu University of Montana Alpha Xi University of Iowa Alpha Omicron University of California Alpha Pi Ohio Wesleyan University Alumni Chapters Portland Spokane Boston Detroit Mianie, Ohio Iowa Central New York Buffalo Cleveland Washington, D. C. New York City Waterville Kansas City Bloomington, III. Chicago Colorado Dallas Puget Sound, Seattle, Wash. Central Ohio Los Angeles Indianapolis Rhode Island St. Louis Louisville Bay Cities, Berkeley, Cal. d [ 140 ] Sc Lambda Beta — Chapter Chi Omega Alumni Members Miss Lucy C. Tucker Miss Clara M. Taylor 1926 Genevieve Coughlan Katharine Genevieve Holley Hazel May Kimber Martha Ogarita Sayles Florence Mary Straight 1927 Muriel Arnold Mabel Evangeline Diamond Carolyn Shepley Forbes Agnes Elizabeth Hartnett Harriet Elizabeth Lewis Winifred Marguerite MacLaughlin 1928 Virginia Theonf. Broome Elsa Bertha Gramelbach Alice Hester Sims 1929 Geneva Helen Bowerman Hope Griffith Elsie Catherine Coleman Thelma Jeannette Carpenter Elizabeth Frances Curtis Ruth Annette Henshaw Dorothy Geneva Lynn Elizabeth Hazel Munster Margaret Frances O’Connor Barbara Blake Smith Lois Elizabeth Wilcox Hope Person Merrill 1 141 ] 1 J Active Chapters Founded Fayetteville, Ark., 1895 Psi University of Arkansas CHI Transylvania College UPSILON Union University SlGMA Randolph-Macon Woman’s College Rho Newcomb College Pi University of Tennessee OMICRON University of Illinois Xl Northwestern University Nu University of Wisconsin Mu University of California LAMBDA University of Kansas KAPPA University of Nebraska IOTA University of Texas THETA West Virginia University Eta University of Michigan ZETA University of Colorado DELTA Dickinson College GAMMA Florida State College BETA Colby College ALPHA University of Washington Psi ALPHA University of Oregon Chi Alpha Jackson College PHI ALPHA George Washington University UPSILON Alpha Syracuse University TAU ALPHA Ohio University Sigma Alpha Miami University Rho Alpha University of Missouri Pi ALPHA ......... University of Cincinnati OMICRON Alpha Coe College Xl Alpha University of Utah Nu ALPHA Leland Stanford University Mu ALPHA . University of New Hampshire LAMBDA Alpha University of Kentucky Kappa Alpha Kansas State Agricultural College IOTA Alpha Southern Methodist University Theta Alpha Cornell University Eta Alpha Oregon Agricultural College C I iu I Zeta Alpha Epsilon Alpha Delta Alpha Gamma Alpha Beta Alpha Psi Beta Chi Beta Phi Beta . Upsilon Beta Tau Beta Sigma Beta Rho Beta ...... Pi Beta Omicron Beta Xi Beta Nu Beta Mu Beta Lambda Beta Kappa Beta Iota Beta ...... Theta Beta Eta Beta Zeta Beta Epsilon Beta Delta Beta Gamma Beta Southern Beta Beta Alpha Beta Psi Gamma Chi Gamma Phi Gamma Upsilon Gamma Tau Gamma Sigma Gamma Rho Gamma Pi Gamma Omicron Gamma Kappa Gamma Ohio State University University of Oklahoma University of Chattanooga Swarthmore College University of Pennsylvania State University of Iowa Purdue University University of Pittsburgh Hollins College Oklahoma State College Montana State College Drake University University of Minnesota William and Mary College University of Maine University of Alabama University of Georgia Rhode Island State College Southwestern Presbyterian University Hunter College University of Indiana Iowa State College University of Arizona University of North Carolina University of Maryland Branch of the University of California State College of Washington Alabama Polytechnic Institute University of North Dakota Marietta College Louisiana State University University of South Dakota Wittenberg College Oglethorpe University Hillsdale College University of New Mexico Westminster College Ohio Wesleyan College Alumni Chapters Atlanta Bay Cities Berkeley Boston Chattanooga Chicago Cincinnati Columbus Dallas Dayton Denver Des Moines Detroit Eugene Fayetteville Kansas City Knoxville Lexington Lincoln Los Angeles Lynchburg Memphis Milwaukee New Orleans New York City Oxford Philadelphia Pittsburgh Portland Salt Lake City San Francisco Seattle St. Louis Syracuse Tampa Washington 1 145 | 1 3 Theta Delta Omicron Founded April 15, 1924 Faculty Advisor MISS WINIFRED HAZEN Faculty Member MISS GRACE WHALEY 1926 Lillian Annabelle Biltcliffe Ruth Elizabeth Curran Constance Katharine Knobelsdorf 1927 Mildred Emma Negus Hope Isabel Perry 1929 Celeste Atwood Boss Mary Esther Crandall Doris Elizabeth Dyson Ida Olney Flemming Florence Evelyn Whittaker 1 147 ] © 3 3,C Panhellenic Katherine Viola Clark. ’26 President CAROLYN Shepley Forbes, ' 27 Secretary and Treasurer Sigma Kappa Olive Allebaugh. ' 27 Mrs. Arthur J. Minor Chi Omega Florence Mary Straight. ’26 Miss Lucy C. Tucker Theta Delta Omicron Constance Katherine Knobelsdorf. ’26 Hope Isabel Perry, ' 27 Miss Winifred Hazen The Panhellenic Association aims to maintain a high plane of fraternity life and interfraternity relationships, to co-operate with College authorities in their efforts to maintain high social and scholastic standards throughout the whole College, and to be a forum for the discussion of matters of interest to the College and fraternity world. Meetings are held every two weeks. [ 149] e [ 150 | Jim PROM Junior Week May 7-9, 1925 John E. Harvey Ira D. McIntosh Harry B. Griffith Mark R. Gifford Committee of Arrangements Chester W. Jensen. Chairman Clarence V. Hickey Georc.f E. Dewsnap Hope M. Dyer Ruth Fearney Ralph P. Hill Katherine V. Clarke Genevieve Coughlan Donald R. Kinzif. Everett P. Arnold Patrons and Patronesses Dr. and Mrs. Howard Edwards Mr. and Mrs. Frank W. Keaney Capt. and Mrs. Claude G. Hammond Mr. and Mrs. George Adams Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Tower Mrs. Lillian Peppard Thursday 5:10 P. M. Baseball Game. Boston Univ. vs. R. I. State 9:00 P. M. Junior Promenade Friday 8:00 P. M. Phi Delta. Three Live Ghosts” Athletic Field Lippitt Hall Lippitt Hall Saturday 10:00 A. M. Interscholastic Track Meet Athletic Field 3:00 P. M. Baseball Game. Conn. Agricultural Freshmen vs. R. I. State Freshmen Athletic Field 7:30 P. M. Fraternity House Dances. ft I 152) Program of Commencement Week Rhode Island State College June 12-15, 1925 Friday, June 12 2:30 P. M. Senior Class Day Exercises Under the Elms 4:30 P. M. Phi Kappa Phi Initiation Agricultural Hall 5:30 P. M. Phi Kappa Banquet South Hall 9:00 P. M. W. S. Gilbert ' s Pygmalion and Galatea Under the Elms Saturday. June 13 10:00 A. M. Faculty and Alumni vs. Seniors, Baseball Game Athletic Field 1:00 P. M. Informal Alumni Luncheon East Hall 2:30 P. M. Annual Business Meeting of Alumni Association Science Hall 4:00 P. M. Class Reunions Science Hall 6:00 P. M. Informal Alumni Supper East Hall 8:30 P. M. Rhode Island Night Lippitt Hall Sunday, June 14 3:30 P. M. Baccalaureate Exercises Address — President Howard Edwards. Lippitt Hall 7:45 P. M. Ashford’s Cantata, The Beatitudes Village Church Monday, June 15 11:00 A. M. Thirty-second Annual Commencement Exercises Lippitt Hall Greetings — By Dr. Walter E. Ranger. President Board of Managers. Address — By Lieut. Gov. Nathaniel W. Smith. Address — By Hon. Jesse H. Metcalf, United States Senator. Address — By Frederick R. Martin, Former Manager Associated Press. 8:00 P. M. Commencement Ball Lippitt Hall I I5.il 3 Rhode Island State College Honors Awarded Commencement Day, June 15, 1925 Final Honors for Four Years High Honors William Frederick Lucker Stella Cohen Honors Evelyn Augusta Burdick Leslie Grant Burlingame Milton Harris Bidwell Willis James Snow Helen Shaw Burdick Irvin Eldin Walling Honors for the Year Senior Junior Stella Cohen William Frederick Lucker George Laroy Young Leslie Grant Burlingame Willis James Snow Evelyn Augusta Burdick Helen Shaw Burdick Constance Catherine Knobelsdorff Everett Percy Christopher Harry Thurston Ellstrom Albert Edward Worrall Martha Ogarita Sayles Sophomore George Alfred Eddy, 3rd Noel Vernon White Smith Mildred Emma Negus Hazel Elizabeth Gage Freshman Jean Isobel Robertson Fred Mason Hammett, Jr. Antonio Matarese Rudolph John Depner Harold Lois Marie Eldredge Charles Greenleaf Cloudman Wilhelm Gustav Johnson Benjamin Fine Joseph Northup Rhode Island State Grange Scholarship (Highest Grade in Specified Course) Noel Vernon White Smith Agriculture Jean Isobel Robertson Home Economics State Federation of Women’s Clubs Scholarship (Student Aid) Jean Isobel Robertson Mabel Evangeline Dimond Triangle Club of Kingston Scholarship Hazel May Kimber [154] COMMENCEMENT BALL Lippitt Hall, June 15, 1925 Committee of Arrangements Mark R. Gifford Katherine G. Holley Cyril S. Kimball George Pierce Patrons and Patronesses Dr. and Mrs. Howard Edwards Dr. and Mrs. Harold Browning Mr. and Mrs. Frank W. Keaney Mr. and Mrs. William Whelan ! 155 ] Refreshments Program Amos” Smith Hiram” Harrington Patrons and Patronesses Hank” Brightman Patrons and Patronesses Dr. and Mrs. Howard Edwards Mr. and Mrs. George Adams Mr. and Mrs. Leslie Keegan [ 156 ] as Sophomore Hop Lippitt Hall, December 11, 1925 Committee of Arrangements Raymond B. Borden, Chairman Music Louis J. Spekin Coat Room Owen R. Conroy Refreshments Antoinette Hay Decorations Gerai.d A. Cleary Floor Roland A. Gignac Favors and Programs Elsa B. Gramelsbach Patronesses Virginia L. Broome Lighting James H. Allanson Patrons and Patronesses Dr. and Mrs. Howard Edwards Miss Alice Edwards Mr. and Mrs. C. Weldon Mr. and Mrs. Frank W. Keaney Mr. and Mrs. William Whelan Mrs. Lillian Peppard Prof. Charles L. Sweeting [ 157 1 d Military Ball Lippitt Drill Hall, January 29, 1926 Committee of Arrangements Cadet Captain Paul Johnson, Chairman Cadet Major William Marcaccio Cadet Captain Donald R. Kinzie Cadet Lieutenant Arthur W. Grover Cadet Lieutenant Emery H. Hall Cadet Sergeant William H. Ford Cadet Sergeant George A. Eddy Cadet Sergeant Edwin W. R. Erickson Cadet Sergeant Olaf E. Harrington Cadet Sergeant John D. Orr Cadet Sergeant Delbert L. Nevins Cadet Sergeant Earl E. Martin Cadet Sergeant Noel V. W. Smith Cadet Sergeant Earle C. Whitaker, Jr. Cadet Sergeant Donald A. Langworthy Patron and Patronesses Dr. and Mrs. Howard Edwards Miss Alice Edwards Capt. and Mrs. Claude G. Hammond Lieut. Paul D. Carter Miss Lucy Tucker Mr. and Mrs. William Whelan Mr. and Mrs. Robert Minor [ 158 ) [ 159] Ask Us “Yes. we are Collegiate. Rather risque. 1 say — Don’t you like our — er — er? Hope asked what the grand idea was in taking this picture, but I smiled, replying it was for artistic pur- poses. The girls consented to have the picture taken I asked them where they were going, and Gin replied, we just returned to the campus after hitching ' to Westerly Then the Freshman who was with me chirped up and informed them that they should have taken their roller skates. Bobbie replied, smartly, that she couldn ' t skate and besides Peggy suggested they all hitch” after it was agreed that Gin would not run away from us. What! no men. 1 ’ Say. what kind of a party is this? “Chet” Very truly yours, C. W. Jensen. That was how 1 signed a letter to a girl I threw over when she asked for her ring back ; when I sent the ring back 1 signed the letter like that. Of course — you see — I. that is. I ' m from Newport, and two fellows from my home town went to Yale and — they were well known around New Haven and — of course you know I — that is. I don ' t mean to say I ' m like these fellows but anyway — huh, they ' re from my home town and they were popular with the girls. Of course I don ' t pay much attention to co-eds in general, but the other day one ot them remarked to me how manly I looked in a basketball uni ' and I said, well of course. I claim — but what could I say? Prof. Mitchell I ' m the Dago Prof. from Annapolis. Of course I didn ' t mind when the fellow asked me to let him snap my picture. I just stood in my favorite pose, smiled and said fire away old scout. Then the pho- tographer asked me to say a few words about the Col- lege and how I like Kingston and. well, he asked me to give him my impressions of my first year of teaching at a college like Rhode Island, so I told him I thought Kingston was the most beautiful spot north of Annap olis and I loved the place very much, and I loved the students here, they arc so democratic, but there was one thing that puzzled me very much since I came to Rhode Island. I said, and that was: I ' ve always won- dered why they built the front door of Davis Hall where the back door ought to be. [ 160 ] 3 HE ' By “Speed” Randall By a glance at the picture it is pain- fully easy to see who is causing all the laughter. Note the poise and technique I use when expounding a funny one. The one I was telling when the camera clicked was a little risque, but by clever by-passing and shading I put it across big. Harriet and Marie enjoyed the joke great, as can be seen by their laughter. But Bill Gannon who is laughing the most, didn t see the joke at all: it went away over his head. He ' s laughing because the others are and he didn ' t know what else to do. The same with his hands, he put them in his back pockets because he didn ' t know what else to do with them. Just con- trast Bill with me. He is all uneasy, while I ' m all easy goin ' . That ' s why I rate so big with the co-eds. I ' m smooth and fast. In the picture you will note my right arm on the point of encircling Harriet. We hadn ' t been there on the wall more than three hours before my hand was resting lightly on her right shoulder. Step right up and call me ' ' Speed.” “ Don ” When Florence let me put my arm around her I was all a wiggle with ecstasy. Just before this picture was taken she had chucked me under the chin and I felt so exotic and gleeful that 1 put my arm right around her and held her and couldn t let go and that was how this picture was taken. I adored this picture, too. and would only let the GRIST fellow use it if he promised and crossed his heart that he would give it back. I really wanted it put in the GRIST because it shows me at my best. Florence thinks that I think she ' s the only one that counts with me. but that ' s a part of my sys- tem : I make every co-ed I go out with think that. My ' phone number is 467 -R-4 if any others want to go out with me and take pictures. By Harry A type of young American manhood. With my heavy editorial duties, running the Beacon and GRIST during the Winter months, to say nothing of my ' Glee Club,” I need a nice long vacation when Summer comes around, so I take one (a forced one wherewithal) at Camp Devens with Cap ' n Ham ' on ' s A ' mee.” This picture depicts me getting the drop on the target. There ' s nothing like it. fellows. Join the Navy and see the world. Join Claude ' s Army and see the coun- try about Kingston. When I was asked to sign on the dotted line I did not hesitate a moment, and I am not sorry I went through with it. The R. O. T. C. teaches discipline, cleanliness and command. Sign on the dotted line. ON K I NGSTON H I LL [ 162 ] [ 163] 3Jc± From Our Contemporaries ( With Apologies) Where . It Falls Down PROF. SWEETING: Do you believe in a more elastic currency ?” MACINTOSH: “No, it’s elastic enough. Why not make it more adhesive?” Easty took a nasty aim, Then through the ail his driver sped: He tore his sock upon a rock. “Great guns, a hole in one,” he said. MARTIN: “Say. I found a splinter in my hash this noon.” DONALD: “Well, what did you do with it?” MARTIN: “Oh, I ate it with the rest of my board. Page Mrs. Post (Scene — Tony’s.) “And again she ordered another Hamburg. Foolish Questions AGNES (to another Co-ed drying her hair) : “What you doing, drying your hair? IRATE Co-ED: “No, I’m shining my shoes. Where are you — out driv- ing at a four o’clock tea?” Six Best Sellers “Why I Went to Yale — Robert Strong. “The Woman Nobody Ever Heard — Elsa Gramelsbach. “The Constant Whistler”— James Haslem. “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes — Ira Macintosh. Women” — Chester Jensen. “An Outline of Everything” — George H. Picar. I 164] ? j3l£ Will you get a sheepskin this year? Oh, yes — and if I leave early enough I ' ll get a couple of good overcoats, too.” Society News Mr. and Mrs. Watson are being congratulated on the arrival of a son, William, who has just returned from Brown. KlNZlE: There is something that always puzzles me in military mat- ters.” Capt. Hammond: What is that? KlNZIE: How a standing army can be kept in good running order.” PROF. Barlow (addressing his class) : “I intend to show you a very fine specimen of a dissected frog which I have in this parcel.” Undoing the parcel, he discovered some sandwiches and a piece of fruit. But — but surely I ate my lunch.” he said. DENNIS: Here ' s a question for you.” GRATTON: Well, what is it?” DENNIS: Who is more apt to lose his balance, a tight rope walker or a bookkeeper?” KlPPY: “I heard Stan Bliss was working in a shirt factory.” PFCKHAM : Yes. so he is. KlPPY: But why wasn’t he working today?” PECKHAM: Oh, they are making night shirts this week.” FORD: She plays a fair game of golf, doesn’t she?” GRAY: Yes. if you watch her.” Hits That Certain Feeling Four “E’s AND A “D” Five Foot-Two Ted” Schoeller You Have Me. I Have You “Cy Kimball TO SAMIE” Forbes Oh. How I’m Waitin’ for You Five Dollars’ Worth of Sheepskin Then I’ll be Happy JUNE 21 ST Paddlin’. Madlin’ SORORITY INITIATION Shake That Thing Owen CONROY Don’t Wake Me Up. Let Me Dream BRUCE GRIFFITH The Camel Walk Doc. POTTER Flamin’ Mamie GRAMELSBACH Clap Hands. Here Come Lanza WHO LOCKS THE Door How Come You Do Me Like You Do FlRPO TO KEANEY Just a Little Drink MAY PARTY Why Don ' t You Marry the Girl? HARRY WlLBOURN Oh. How I Miss You To-night BASKETBALL TEAM f 165] Ackno wledgm en t K$0( The Board of Editors of the 1926 Grist r j TOGETHER with the Business Board, wish to take this oppor- tunity to express their appreciation and gratitude to the Photographers, Engravers and Printers whose co-opera- tion and interest made this volume outstanding. The Editors are grateful to all those who in any way contributed toward the success of this volume. [ 166 ] [ 1671 [ 168] For Successful Home Baking the right choice of baking powder is essential — a baking powder that, in addition to raising the dough in just the proper manner, adds nutritive value to the food. When you use RUMFORD THE WHOLESOME” BAKING POWDER everything you bake will be more wholesome, more delicate in texture, more delicious in taste than ever before. RUMFORD always produces the same perfect results at reasonable cost. RUMFORD restores to fine wheat flour the nutritious and health-giving properties removed in the process of bolting. 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RHODE ISLAND Hoods FOR ALL DEGREES Fruits Selective Materials Vegetables Reasonable Prices Cheese Perfect Workmanship Eggs — and — Intercollegiate Bureau of Academic Costume FERNCREST BUTTER [ 170 ] CALENDAR 1925-1926 We return to find the Freshmen in possession of the campus. Seniors find their dignity and superior aloofness a cloak to hide their curiosity, last year ' s Sophomores find the rare atmosphere of the upper strata strangely exhilarating, and Sophomores achieve that chameleonic change from innocent Freshmen to all-wise and all-knowing sages, while the Freshmen, till now flattered and praised, exalted and honored, has his puny bubble of success and self satisfaction rudely burst, and his day dream shattered. He is only a Freshman, and not the pride of the campus! He has been lectured and enlightened, hectored and admonished by Faculty and oratorical Seniors, and now he humbly bows to the will of a Sophomore, he dares not speak to the co-ed he met the other day. he looks furtively behind him before passing within a building, and on Friday he sees a Junior cut him out. This is as it should be. all ' s well and right in the world, and we are now set for the best year ever. Our team has won a preliminary game, and Yemma has not yet made enough to retire on. Let ' s go. Rhody! September 21. Freshmen come to town, find out all about the place and decide to stay awhile. 23. Upper classmen register, and Gussie does his stuff. 24. We try out our new class schedule. 25. We meet the new Co-eds at the dance in Lippitt. 26. Rushing season begins for A T A. Goggie presents his latest release. North of ' 36. 27. Sunday — day of rest. The Village Church cordially invites Faculty and students to attend the services at 10:45 A. M. 28. Well established in the old rut. Resolutions not to flunk and all of that ! 29. Dear Folks: — Please send me by return mail a check for $10.00. I have a book to buy.” Your loving son. 30 Keaney ' s boys are working hard already for the Connecticut game. October 2. Freshmen get homesick and go home to mother. 3. Rhode Island plays Western Maryland at Baltimore, and loses 7 to 0. 6. Freshmen play East Providence in first game of season, they lose 13 to 0. 7. We appear in Claude ' s college cut clothes for soldiers. Those who can read music will save shoe leather. 9. Cross Country meet at Kingston. Rhode Island loses to Mass. Aggies, by 26 to 28. Rhode Island beats Lowell Textile, in football 12 to 0. 12. Holiday. Columbus day. 13. We edification yesterday. 16 X Q formal rush party. 17. New Hampshire wins football from Rhode Island. 26 to 0. 0 A O formal rush party. 19. X K formal rush party. Sophs win rope pull and get their candy. 21. Sorority bids arc given out. 23. Rhode Island Varsity Cross Country team defeats Brown 21 to 34. and Freshmen team cleans up 27 to 32. 24. Rhode Island beats C. C. N. Y. at football. 12 to 7, in hard fast game. Freshmen also beat La Salle. 14 to 0. 26 Antiquity of Man. a talk at assembly by Dt. Richard Lull of Yale University. 31. Worcester Polytech wins football game. 26 to 18. from Rhody. but loses Cross Country Meet. 35 to 18 Berardinelli and Mulcahy are lost in the woods. Beta Phi has annual Hallow E ' en Dance. 6 Sheldon House Furnishing Co. Dealers in Furniture. Rugs, Glassware. Kitchenware. Ranges, Crockery. Lamps, Phonographs. Wall Paper. Paints. Oils Varnishes, Brushes. Alabastine. Lime. Paste, Floor Wax. Paper Towels. Paper Plates, Cups. Napkins. Linoleums. Congoleums. and Bedding CRCKKERY AND GLASSWARE RENTED FOR BANQUETS Collegiate T uxedos Compliments of TO HIRE and FOR SALE HARRY R. LEWIS. ’07 WALDORF LEWIS FARMS CLOTHING CO. — 212 Union Street The Home of Lewis Layers” Providence Largest Tuxedo House in Providence Davisville Rhode Island [ 172 ] RHODE ISLAND STATE COLLEGE Offers Free Collegiate Instruction to residents of Rhode Island who present for entrance fifteen units of high school work COURSES For Women Home Economics General Science OF STUDY For Men Agriculture General Science Business Administration Engineering (Civil, Chemical Electrical and Mechanical) Teacher Training for both Men and Women Specifically in Home Economics and Agriculture Military Department, Reserve Officers’ Training Corps Board and oom at Cost c Xjotal Estimate of Expenses Yearly $325 FOR CATALOGUE. Address Registrar, Rhode Island State College KINGSTON, RHODE ISLAND l 173 ] 2l£ © CALENDAR November 1. On this date fifty-seven men and women of the State College journeyed to Wakefield in a Covered Wagon to a attend a religious exercise, and returned. 5. Bates wrests game from Rhode Island. 13 to 0. 6. Bob Strong sets new course rec ord in Cross Country run against Tufts, Rhode Island easily winning by 20 to 37. Freshmen, however lose to Providence Tech, 51 to 12 in football. On this evening the first of the Lecture Association entertainments was held, the Little Theatre Party presenting In Love with Love. Gertrude Williams scores heavily on the Eds.” 7. Rhode Island Frosh lose to Conn. Aggies, 14 to 2. at Storrs. 2 K Pledge Dance. 10. Featuring ye Aggie Ball. with Miss Directed. 11. Armistice Day. (Sleep till noon). 0 X Dance. 14 Rhode Island 0, Conn. Aggies 0. Football game at Kingston. Sorrows could not be drowned, nor a victory celebrated, but a good time was had in Lippit Hall, this day being set apart as official Home Coming Day. Junior hats appear for the first 16. New England Intercollegiate Cross Country run held in Boston. Rhode Island takes fifth place. 17. Sopho mores win football game from Freshmen, 20 to 0, thus giving the Freshmen the privilege of wearing their Freshmen caps another month in the spring, and red arm bands at all the major dances of the year. 21. Rho Iota Kappa and Zeta Pi Alpha hold house dances. 23. Ye cave manne and hisse pictures on ye walles,” by Dr. George B. MacCurdy of Yale. 25. The Boys get their turkey at East Hall (?), and leave Kingston a la pied for points east and west. Lambda Chi Alpha and Delta Sigma Epsilon hold house dances. 27. Thanksgiving Day at home with the family. 30. Back again, with the same eagerness that we felt wfien we left. December 1 . Rain to-day. 2. Rhode Island wins first basketball game of season with New Bedford Textile, 47 to 29. Rain stopped for drill. 3. It rained during the night, and this morning it was still complying with Volstead. 4. R. I. wins close game with Coast Guard Academy from New London. 35 to 29. Still raining. 5. Rain stopped last night. 8. Rhody loses to Yale. 34 to 17. ( Bob” Strong breaks another record). 11. Georgiana Barbara Such lectures on the Hill Tribes of Northern Africa. 14. A memorable day for all of us. Dr. Ray Petty, the cause. 16. Freshmen win game from North Attleboro High. 55 to 5. Theta Chi and Lambda Chi win first round for Bigelow Cup. Senior Co-eds give party to women students and display dramatic ability. 17. Xmas parties at many houses, interesting presents given and received. 18. Exodus. 19. Kingston could to-day fittingly be used by some Gray for local color in his eulogy. 25. What do you think of the guy that wears Red Knickers? January 1. Resolved not to make any New Year ' s resolutions. Broke it before noon. 4. We all come back to-day to save a dollar. Mike Gifford tells us in Assembly about inter- collegiate conference at Princeton for discussion of World Affairs.” 5. Skating at Thirty Acres. 7. De Jen W Co. succeed to some extent before our sceptical audience. [ 174 ] 3 2JE C M. 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Bridgewater Normal loses to Rhody. 48 to 28. and Freshmen beat Providence Tech. 38 to 18. 13. And there ' s a hundred million others like me! 14. Senior Co-eds beat Frosh. 24 to 22. and Juniors beat Sophs. 53 to 12. 15. Rhode Island loses to B. U.. 44 to 30. at Boston. 16. M. I. T. wins close game. 30 to 26. from Rhody. 17. Rabbi Gupp presents the Jewish viewpoint in a new light at assembly. Second round of inter-fraternity debates. Theta Chi wins from Campus Club, and Beta Phi wins on default from Lambda Chi. 19. Freshmen beat Commercial High of Providence. 53-6. 20. Lanza blows a warning whistle before closing door, to prevent accident. 21. Soph Co-eds beat Frosh. 25 to 24. in hot battle. 22. Freshmen beat Barrington High. 21 to 10. 23. Northeastern University wins basketball game from Rhode Island. 43 to 25. 25. Dr. Gilbert speaks at assembly on the Future of New England. 26. Freshmen beat East Providence High. 67 to 10. 28. Varsity team loses to Brooklyn Polytcch. 29 to 25: revamped team shows unexpected form. Freshmen win from South Kingston High. 43 to 8. 29. The Military Ball” presented by The Student Battalion. One of the best ever. 30. Freshmen win from Pawtucket High. 85 to 14. February 1. Prexy ' s brother tells us about Charley. the horse. 3. Jugo-Slav Orchestra presents a varied and interesting program at Lecture Association Enter- tainment. 4. First big snowstorm. They shovel us out in time for classes. 6. Rhody beats Lowell Textile. 50-36. 8. Preliminary battle between Freshmen and Sophomores. Score. 32-29, in favor of Sophs. 10. Exams are in our midst. 1 2. Still exam-ing. 13. Welcome Home.” 16. Delta Alpha Psi house dance. 17. We register again. 19. Big night — We beat Boston University. 41 to 28. on home court. 20. Brown humbled by Freshmen . 32-19. Sigma Kappa. Chi Omega and Delta Sigma Epsilon hold initiations and banquets. 22. Washington has a birthday, and Bill Gannon illustrates Archimedes ' Principle in Thirty Acres. Theta Delta Omicron holds initiation and banquet. 23. Northeastern bows to Rhode Island on the home floor. 40-29. 25. Fourth consecutive victory for the basketball team. Maine is once more defeated by Rhode Island. 38-33. 27. Another big day in Kingston! Fifth consecutive victory for the Varsity. Connecticut beaten. 32-27. in a close, hard fought game. Freshmen win their game with Con- necticut Freshmen. 43-24. and the Co-eds keep their string of unbroken victories over Connecticut by winning. 32-19. March 1 Dr. Gallagher. Dean of Providence College, speaks at Assembly. 4. Rhode Island wins Triangular Debate: Affirmative with New Hampshire at Durham. Negative with Maine at Kingston. We lose to Brown. 44-27. I 176] 3 3Jaa Compliments of THE COFFEE SHOP ANTHONY H. BLISS COAL BUILDING MATERIALS WAKEFIELD BRANCH CO. GRAIN HARDWARE T. O’CONNOR FLORIST Providence. R. I. to Z2 CALENDAR 5. Glee Club is well received in Westerly. 6. We invade Storrs. Varsity loses. 43-29. but Co-eds again win. 39-27. 8. To-day is Monday. Dean Randall of Brown speaks on the need of a better understand ing of the student by his professor. 9. Fraternity meetings rudely interrupted by fire on pump house roof. 10. Freshmen win from Brown at Providence. 46-31. but Varsity loses hard fought game. 38-21. Red Haire captain for next year. 12. Sigma Kappa presents The Elopement of Ellen. Our Freshmen close the basketball season with a victory over Connecticut Freshmen. 24-16. 15. Mr. Gardner of the Industrial Trust Company illustrates the capacity of the human mind to absorb figures. 16. Dr. Carroll goes to Washington. No Psy. and Ed. 17. St. Patrick ' s Day. and the Freshmen Co-eds give a party. 18. Baseball practice on the campus. 19. Orchestra benefit dance well attended. (After a while). 20. Clouds hang heavy in Kingston, looks like rain. Dr. Potter works overtime when we all get the flu. Delta Sigma has house dance. 2 1 . Spring is here. 22. Raymond Perry. Superintendent of Technical and Industrial Education in Rhode Island. surprises us with an interesting Chalk-a-logue. 23. Swimming season opens. Barnum was right. Frcshmen-Soph game. Close battle in which Sophs win by a score of 32-29 after five minutes overtime. 24. Co-eds take to roller skating on campus and elsewhere. 25. Miss Fraser speaks to the girls in Y. W. Meeting on Americanization. 27. Panhellenic Dance. Did you rate? Freshmen play exhibition game with Bryant if Stratton. Score. 62-32. 29. Phi Delta Spreads the News” at the weekly assembly exercises. April 1 . Easter vacation starts. Lambda Chi Alpha house dance. 5. Theta Chi house dance. 6. Vacation ' s over. 10. Opening the baseball season, we play Bridgewater Normal at Kingston. Beta Nu Epsilon holds second house dance. 14. Our boys play against Harvard at Boston. 17. The team again journeys to Boston to play Northeastern. First half of Freshmen-Soph track meet. Phi Chapter of Sigma Kappa has annual spring dance. 24. Track meet with Northeastern at Kingston. Z II A House dance. Campus Club banquet. 27. Home baseball game with Clark. 28. Colby journeys from Waterville, Me., to play at Kingston. 30. Baseball with Maine, and Freshmen have track meet with La Salle Academy of Providence. MAY 1. We meet our ancient rivals, the Connecticut Aggies, in track meet at Storrs. 4. Baseball game with Worcester Poly tech at Worcester. 6. Another home game! Boston University this time. 7. Return game with Northeastern at Kingston. 8. Track meet with Trinity College at Kingston, and Freshmen hold meet with Brown Frosh. 12. The stage is set for another battle! Connecticut Aggies play on the Student Field. 13. Freshmen play opening game on their schedule with East Providence. Time out for the rest of the week! College as the world sees it! The Junior Prom! 14. Freshmen play Commercial High. Phi Delta presents J. M. 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N. Y. comes to the country to play baseball at Kingston. 29. Co-eds have May Day exercises and entertain high school girls. JUNE 1 . Freshmen have big game of the season with Connecticut Frosh. 3. Varsity close their season with return game at Connecticut. 5. Freshmen close their season in game with Connecticut Frosh at Storrs. 7. Senior Examinations. 14-18. More exams, but we ' re through — we hope. 18. Junior girls present Much Ado About Nothing” under the elms. 19. Class day exercises — The Seniors give away the college and attempt to enlighten under- classmen about their duties and responsibilities. We plant the ivy, etc. Alumni reunion. 20. We attend our first Baccalaureate address. 21. At last! We clasp our sheepskins gently but firmly and turn towards the great world and its opportunities. Oh. that we might see the calendar of time to note our record there! 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