University of Minnesota School of Agriculture - Agrarian Yearbook (Minneapolis, MN)

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THE MINNESOTA LITERARY NUMBER of years ago the need for a Literary Society that would be of interest to the boys of the School of Agriculture was felt. WSF' X In 1905 a group of energetic students, after some discussion on this subject, organized a Literary Society and gave it the name of Our Great North Star State. This is a society at which the boys gather every Monday evening from six iifteen to seven thirty and discuss problems of interest to them. Programs are given at each meeting, consisting of debates, talks, readings, musical selections, and jokes. By taking part in these programs each member has an opportunity to learn to express himself in an intelligent and effective manner. A better understanding of one's fellow students and experience in co-operation are also gained. Boys who acquire these characteristics early in life are very fortunate. Through efhcient leadership and the splendid support of its members the Minnesota Literary has become one of the leading men's societies on the campus. It has had an excellent record for the past twenty-one years. Its future looks very bright. The senior members hope it may long retain the popularity it now enjoys. -R. A. Page Om' H'Il11dl'6CI Tzrmziy-ize'o

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THE BEAVER LITERARY HE Beaver Literary is all that its name implies. Its members are just as willing, etlicient workers as the little creatures that so patiently and in- dustriously build dams in our lakes and streams. It is a boys' society. It meets every Monday night. Snappy programs, clever stunts and entertainments make this a very popular organization. Some special features added zest to the programs of the fall term. A double header boxing match attracted a large crowd. Both matches resulted in knock-outs, and the last bout decided the supremacy of Room six, Dexter Hall. A minstrel show, to which the whole school was invited, delightedfits audience and won much applause. A debate on the question Is Stealing Chickens a Crime?', afforded a great deal of amusement. Dances and musical numbers added to the pleasure of each entertainment. What do the boys gain from these programs? Enjoyment, ability to express themselves, poise, a better understanding of people, and experience in co-operation. These are valuable assets in any man's life. The boy who acquires them early in life is fortunate indeed. If you want to develop these qualities, join the Beavers! -D. M. Page One Hundred Twenty-one

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THE ADELPHIC LITERARY HE Adelphic Literary has the honor of being the first Literary Society at the School of Agriculture. It was organized in 1898 and has played an im- portant part in the social activities of the school during the twenty-eight years of its existence. The knowledge we acquire here will not be of much value to us unless we can express our opinions intelligently, when we are called upon to do so in our home communities. Every member of the Adelphic Literary has a chance to learn to express his ideas clearly and without embarrassment. ' The enthusiasm of tl1e students who join the Adelphic Literary indicates they do not join just to become members but because of tl1e opportunities offered them as members. Splendid programs are given at each meeting. The most vital topics of the day are discussed. Readings, talks, vocal and instrumental selections are given. In the Fall term of 1925 the Adelphic and Gopher Literaries under the auspices of the Literary Union gave the Christmas Play, which was one of the finest plays ever given at the School of Agriculture. May the good work of the Adelphic Literary continue, and may the students who will fill our places work together as harmoniously as we have. -R. A. Page One Hundred Twenty-Three