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THE WEEKLY ESSENGER Devoted to the Interests of the Student Body, Washington State Normal School Vol. XVI. BELLINGHAM, WASH., SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 1916 No. 5 I S . WILLIAMS B I G S SENIORS CAST US THE SUNNY SOUTH DIGNITY TO WINDS Wednesday morning the student audience was delighted by a visit from Mrs. John Roy Williams, the popular instructor of the Northside High School. Mrs. Williams gave a charming account of the "Old South" life from her own experiences in her ancestral home. Her imitation of the negro dialect was excellent and was accompanied by elever glimpses into negro character and hahits. Mrs. Williams closed with a strong plea for a fuller understanding of the negro situation in the south. She spoke as follows: The men and women who understand the negro and condone his weaknesses, are dead or moved away. The northern promoter does not find "him an economic success, hence he Imports the cheap European labor, and the south is burdened with an idle, unskilled, hungry negro population that must live. No wonder the Memphis Alliance petitioned Congress to prohibit further importation of foreign labor into the southern states. "The problem is gigantic,—why increase it with foreign immigraton? "You can not measure a negro by a white man's standard, until he has had an equal number of centuries of civilization behind him to give him the broad foundation of progress and world culture in his racial traits." UNIORS HAVE A E Group I of the Junior class held a nasquerade party last Friday night, f this affair is typical of those to ome, the other five groups should be mxiously awaiting their turns. There vas plenty of room for play, amuse-nent in various forms, and lots to eat. leven o'clock found the crowd reluct-mt to disperse. At a meeting of Juniors Tuesday norning, the election of officers for he semester was completed by the ihoice of Miss Ruth Blanchard for rice president. AN EDENS HALL HINT. No girl can successfully masticate udge and nurse a case of disappointed ove at the same time. Saturday night saw the Seniors frolicking together for the first time this year. Ghosts of all possible varieties, yamma yammas in profusion, gypsies, Indian maids, cow-girls, and coons were in evidence, mingling with such illustrious characters as Uncle Sam, Martha Washington and Lady Rebecca. Ghoulish mutterings and out-cries greeted new comers as the class assembled. The auditorium stage was artistic in its decorations of green and yellow,— the colors by which the upper classmen swear. The short program of music by Mrs. Colby, Mr. Mount, Mrs. Merriman, and Miss Myers, with a reading by Miss Bernice Welch, was delightful. At its close the crowd was dispatched to the gyms. Both gyms were beautiful in autumn dress, with shaded lights and streamers of green and yellow. The inclement weather forced the entire crowd into the big gym, which made the work of the entertainment committee doubly hard, but did not spoil the fun. A new feature, the suit-case race, nearly convulsed the crowd, and proved so hilarious that it was repeated. The first race was won by Mrs. Kirk-man and Mr. Troth, who argue that their supcess was due to matrimonial prowess, and that working in double harness produces increased efficiency. Miss Pilz and Mr. Pingrey came out best in the second race, with little time to spare. After more games, the merry-makers adjourned to the cafeteria. Sprightly yamma yammas served cider, apples and pie,—two kinds. Songs with ukulele accompaniment were appreciated, "Normal Days" being an especial hit. Eight girls, gowned in yellow, danced charmingly, and made their audience feel quite like "Broadway." Some of the attractive gowns shown during the evening were a dashing decollete in black and yellow, worn by Mr. Potter, and an elegant creation of red calico, which was most becoming to the southern lady. (By the way, who was that?) Mr. Bever was charming in a domino of somber hue, and Miss Baker was positively awe-inspiring in a sheet and pillow-case. Mr. Tom Scarseth, The Messenger's worthy financier, was no small part of the evening's entertainment; as Sambo he is certainly "gregarious." E.A. A Bellingham Normal was well represented at the 30th annual convention of the W. E. A. at Spokane last week. Miss Baxter, Miss Brown, Miss Norton, Dr. Nash, Mr. Cave and Dr. Kirk-patrick attended some of the sessions and brought home interesting reports. About 2,000 teachers were in attendance. The principal speaker was Dr. Chas. F. Akid, of New York City, who lectured on "America and the World State," "A Cheerful View of Life," and "The Moral Equivalent of War." Other important lecturers were Dr. Chas. Rugh, of California, and M. P. Shawkey, of West Virginia. Enjoyable social affairs and a trip to our sister* school, Cheney, took up the hours not given to actual work. While on this trip Dr. Nash met Mr. Dumas, the "apple king" of Dayton. Mr. Dumas magnificently volunteered to contribute $1,000 to the Students' Loan Fund of the Bellingham Normal. This is a matter of great rejoicing among the student body. Elmer E. Cave, of the B. S. N. S. faculty, was honored by his election to the presidency of the W. E. A. for this year. Dr. Nash also attended, while in Spokane, a special session of the State Board of Education. In a meeting of the Educational Council of the W. E. A., matters of importance relating to eighth grade examinations and changes in the course of study for Normals were discussed. Miss Almina George, formerly of B. S. N. S., gave a report on "Requirements for Higher Standards for Elementary and Secondary Teachers." Pres. Showalter, of Cheney Normal, was elected president of the council for the ensuing year. Prof. Hulse, by proxy, made a valuable report on "The Standardization of Rural Schools in Washington." This report will be printed in The Messenger next week. While on the return trip, Dr. Nash met in Kittitas, Messrs. A. D. Foster and Harlow, who are doing splendid work in an industrial high school there. These young men will be well remembered by many Normal students. Mrs. Thompson, former secretary in the president's office, was also met with on the journey and sent greetings to Bellingham. Centralia, Wash. Oct. 25, 1916. Dear Dr. Nash, Instructors and Students : We, former students of the Bellingham State Normal, now teachers in Lewis County, assembled in institute in Centralia, send to you our best wishes for a happy and profitable year. Respectfully, (Signed) Martha Tiffany, Lutha Fulk, Miss O'Laughlin, Ada Astels, Frances Riggs, Leota McGlaughlin, Emma Visti, Edith Weltse, Marie Castator, Reuthella Chaplin, Helen Brown, Frederick Klaus, Jason Nev-ins, Henry Ashman, Paul Beaufort, Leone Baker, Stella Lowry, Ethel Townsend, H. E. Rogers, J. E. Huley, Thomas Allison, Happy Williams, Vasilla Gebaroff, Dora Fatland, Violet Ward, Mary Docherty, Angy Pierce, Lola Lee Smith, Allie Jordan, Ida. Keto, Fred Craske, Kenny Lewis, Nellie Doolittle, Robert Yod-er, Lee Cordz, Gurnette Robinson, Olive Haley, Vera Clayton, Mabel McFadden, May Meighen, Alma Jensen, Isabelle Taylor, Malissa Howe, A. N. Baxter. A LETTER Miss Keeler (in assigning schools to be visited by the Observation Class): "Yes, a Normal young man, Mr. Schwartz, is principal of that school!" Dr. Frank Deerwester, writing from Fitchburg, Mass., tells interesting details of the school work there. The 7th and 8th grade pupils are organized into a "Junior High School," and those electing commercial courses do much of the clerical work of the school. Practice teaching is done by Seniors only, each Senior teaching full time one-third of a year. We quote two paragraphs which have a personal interest: "I was pleased to read of the victory over Everett. The Normal must have a fine team this season. I hope to see one of the 'big' games this year. I saw two of the big league baseball games and was properly 'thrilled.' "Schools here are more or less disturbed over the infantile paralysis epidemic. There have been over 500 cases reported to the State Board of Health this season. It seems scarcely at all improved by the cold weather. At Smith College, students are now forbidden to leave town or receive out of town visitors."
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Title | Weekly Messenger - 1916 November 4 |
Alternative Title | Messenger |
Volume and Number | Vol. 16, no. 5 |
Date Published (User-Friendly) | November 4, 1916 |
Date Published (machine-readable) | 1916-11-04 |
Year Published | 1916 |
Decades | 1910-1919 |
Original Publisher | Bellingham State Normal School, Bellingham, Washington |
Publisher (Digital Object) | Digital resource made available by Special Collections, Western Libraries Heritage Resources, Western Washington University. |
Editor | Mrs. Ina Kirkman, Editor-in-chief |
Staff | Thomas E. Scarseth, Manager; Department editors: Ella Peterson, Auditorium; Clara Nielson, Calendar; Albert Hennes, Alumni and personals; Melvin Campbell, Boys' athletics; Jennie Kelly, Girls' athletics; Ralph Henderson, Faculty; Warde Whitfield, Library; Mrs. Shepherd, Exchange; Lulu Dieckhoff, Literary; Louise Jewell, Literary; Howard Buswell, Humor; Bernice Welch, Humor and society; Gertrude Kaufman, High school; Mrs. Davis, training school |
Article Titles | Mrs. Williams brings us the sunny south (p.1) -- Juniors have a masquerade (p.1) -- An Edens Hall hint (p.1) -- Seniors cast dignity to winds (p.1) -- Washington E.A. convenes (p.1) -- A word from Lewis County (p.1) -- A letter from Dr. Deerwester (p.1) -- Normal comes back: B.S.N.S. 46, C.P. 0 (p.2) -- Notes (p.2) -- Initiation scene of the philos / written by Bernice Welch (p.3) -- From the training school (p.3) -- Calendar (p.3) -- Heard in 1:45 psy. (p.3) -- Notice to voters (p.4) -- Do not do / Clara L.A. (p.4) -- A Normal tragedy (p.4) -- The team as seen by Tacoma ledger (p.4) -- Y.W.C.A. girls give blouse party (p.4) -- Y.W.C.A. finance meeting (p.4) -- Club notes (p.5) -- Peace prize contest open (p.5) -- A midnight tragedy (p.6) -- At the senior mixer (p.6) -- B.S.N.S. student is making good (p.6) -- Autumn (p.6) -- Heard in Eng. VII-A (p.6) -- For rent (p.6) -- Snohomish teachers remember us (p.7) -- Do you lose time in the library (p.7) -- High school (p.8) -- Art room notes (p.8) |
Subjects - Names (LCNAF) | Western Washington University--Students--Newspapers |
Subjects - Topical (LCSH) | College newspapers--Washington (State)--Bellingham |
Related Collection | Campus History Collection |
Program | Special Collections |
Geographic Coverage | Bellingham (Wash.) |
Object Type | Text |
Original Format Size | 35 x 25 cm. |
Genre/Form | Newspapers |
Digital Reproduction Information | Bitone scan from 35 mm silver halide, 1-up negative film at 600 dip. 2010 |
Identifier | WM_19161104.pdf |
Contributor | The digitized WWU student newspapers are made possible by the generous support of Don Hacherl and Cindy Hacherl (Class of 1984) and Bert Halprin (Class of 1971) |
Rights | This resource is displayed for educational purposes only and may be subject to U.S. and international copyright laws. For more information about rights or obtaining copies of this resource, please contact Special Collections, Heritage Resources, Western Libraries, Western Washington University, Bellingham, WA 98225-9103. USA (360-650-7534; heritage.resources@wwu.edu) and refer to the collection name and identifier. Any materials cited must be attributed to Western Front Historical Collection, Special Collections, Heritage Resources, Western Libraries, Western Washington University. |
Format | application/pdf |
Language | English |
Language Code | Eng |
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Title | Weekly Messenger - 1916 November 4 - Page 1 |
Alternative Title | Messenger |
Volume and Number | Vol. 16, no. 5 |
Date Published (User-Friendly) | November 4, 1916 |
Date Published (machine-readable) | 1916-11-04 |
Year Published | 1916 |
Decades | 1910-1919 |
Original Publisher | Bellingham State Normal School, Bellingham, Washington |
Publisher (Digital Object) | Digital resource made available by Special Collections, Western Libraries Heritage Resources, Western Washington University. |
Editor | Mrs. Ina Kirkman, Editor-in-chief |
Staff | Thomas E. Scarseth, Manager; Department editors: Ella Peterson, Auditorium; Clara Nielson, Calendar; Albert Hennes, Alumni and personals; Melvin Campbell, Boys' athletics; Jennie Kelly, Girls' athletics; Ralph Henderson, Faculty; Warde Whitfield, Library; Mrs. Shepherd, Exchange; Lulu Dieckhoff, Literary; Louise Jewell, Literary; Howard Buswell, Humor; Bernice Welch, Humor and society; Gertrude Kaufman, High school; Mrs. Davis, training school |
Subjects - Names (LCNAF) | Western Washington University--Students--Newspapers |
Subjects - Topical (LCSH) | College newspapers--Washington (State)--Bellingham |
Related Collection | Campus History Collection |
Program | Special Collections |
Geographic Coverage | Bellingham (Wash.) |
Object Type | Text |
Original Format Size | 35 x 25 cm. |
Genre/Form | Newspapers |
Digital Reproduction Information | Bitone scan from 35 mm silver halide, 1-up negative film at 600 dip. 2010 |
Identifier | WM_19161104.pdf |
Contributor | The digitized WWU student newspapers are made possible by the generous support of Don Hacherl and Cindy Hacherl (Class of 1984) and Bert Halprin (Class of 1971) |
Rights | This resource is displayed for educational purposes only and may be subject to U.S. and international copyright laws. For more information about rights or obtaining copies of this resource, please contact Special Collections, Heritage Resources, Western Libraries, Western Washington University, Bellingham, WA 98225-9103. USA (360-650-7534; heritage.resources@wwu.edu) and refer to the collection name and identifier. Any materials cited must be attributed to Western Front Historical Collection, Special Collections, Heritage Resources, Western Libraries, Western Washington University. |
Format | application/pdf |
Full Text | THE WEEKLY ESSENGER Devoted to the Interests of the Student Body, Washington State Normal School Vol. XVI. BELLINGHAM, WASH., SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 1916 No. 5 I S . WILLIAMS B I G S SENIORS CAST US THE SUNNY SOUTH DIGNITY TO WINDS Wednesday morning the student audience was delighted by a visit from Mrs. John Roy Williams, the popular instructor of the Northside High School. Mrs. Williams gave a charming account of the "Old South" life from her own experiences in her ancestral home. Her imitation of the negro dialect was excellent and was accompanied by elever glimpses into negro character and hahits. Mrs. Williams closed with a strong plea for a fuller understanding of the negro situation in the south. She spoke as follows: The men and women who understand the negro and condone his weaknesses, are dead or moved away. The northern promoter does not find "him an economic success, hence he Imports the cheap European labor, and the south is burdened with an idle, unskilled, hungry negro population that must live. No wonder the Memphis Alliance petitioned Congress to prohibit further importation of foreign labor into the southern states. "The problem is gigantic,—why increase it with foreign immigraton? "You can not measure a negro by a white man's standard, until he has had an equal number of centuries of civilization behind him to give him the broad foundation of progress and world culture in his racial traits." UNIORS HAVE A E Group I of the Junior class held a nasquerade party last Friday night, f this affair is typical of those to ome, the other five groups should be mxiously awaiting their turns. There vas plenty of room for play, amuse-nent in various forms, and lots to eat. leven o'clock found the crowd reluct-mt to disperse. At a meeting of Juniors Tuesday norning, the election of officers for he semester was completed by the ihoice of Miss Ruth Blanchard for rice president. AN EDENS HALL HINT. No girl can successfully masticate udge and nurse a case of disappointed ove at the same time. Saturday night saw the Seniors frolicking together for the first time this year. Ghosts of all possible varieties, yamma yammas in profusion, gypsies, Indian maids, cow-girls, and coons were in evidence, mingling with such illustrious characters as Uncle Sam, Martha Washington and Lady Rebecca. Ghoulish mutterings and out-cries greeted new comers as the class assembled. The auditorium stage was artistic in its decorations of green and yellow,— the colors by which the upper classmen swear. The short program of music by Mrs. Colby, Mr. Mount, Mrs. Merriman, and Miss Myers, with a reading by Miss Bernice Welch, was delightful. At its close the crowd was dispatched to the gyms. Both gyms were beautiful in autumn dress, with shaded lights and streamers of green and yellow. The inclement weather forced the entire crowd into the big gym, which made the work of the entertainment committee doubly hard, but did not spoil the fun. A new feature, the suit-case race, nearly convulsed the crowd, and proved so hilarious that it was repeated. The first race was won by Mrs. Kirk-man and Mr. Troth, who argue that their supcess was due to matrimonial prowess, and that working in double harness produces increased efficiency. Miss Pilz and Mr. Pingrey came out best in the second race, with little time to spare. After more games, the merry-makers adjourned to the cafeteria. Sprightly yamma yammas served cider, apples and pie,—two kinds. Songs with ukulele accompaniment were appreciated, "Normal Days" being an especial hit. Eight girls, gowned in yellow, danced charmingly, and made their audience feel quite like "Broadway." Some of the attractive gowns shown during the evening were a dashing decollete in black and yellow, worn by Mr. Potter, and an elegant creation of red calico, which was most becoming to the southern lady. (By the way, who was that?) Mr. Bever was charming in a domino of somber hue, and Miss Baker was positively awe-inspiring in a sheet and pillow-case. Mr. Tom Scarseth, The Messenger's worthy financier, was no small part of the evening's entertainment; as Sambo he is certainly "gregarious." E.A. A Bellingham Normal was well represented at the 30th annual convention of the W. E. A. at Spokane last week. Miss Baxter, Miss Brown, Miss Norton, Dr. Nash, Mr. Cave and Dr. Kirk-patrick attended some of the sessions and brought home interesting reports. About 2,000 teachers were in attendance. The principal speaker was Dr. Chas. F. Akid, of New York City, who lectured on "America and the World State," "A Cheerful View of Life," and "The Moral Equivalent of War." Other important lecturers were Dr. Chas. Rugh, of California, and M. P. Shawkey, of West Virginia. Enjoyable social affairs and a trip to our sister* school, Cheney, took up the hours not given to actual work. While on this trip Dr. Nash met Mr. Dumas, the "apple king" of Dayton. Mr. Dumas magnificently volunteered to contribute $1,000 to the Students' Loan Fund of the Bellingham Normal. This is a matter of great rejoicing among the student body. Elmer E. Cave, of the B. S. N. S. faculty, was honored by his election to the presidency of the W. E. A. for this year. Dr. Nash also attended, while in Spokane, a special session of the State Board of Education. In a meeting of the Educational Council of the W. E. A., matters of importance relating to eighth grade examinations and changes in the course of study for Normals were discussed. Miss Almina George, formerly of B. S. N. S., gave a report on "Requirements for Higher Standards for Elementary and Secondary Teachers." Pres. Showalter, of Cheney Normal, was elected president of the council for the ensuing year. Prof. Hulse, by proxy, made a valuable report on "The Standardization of Rural Schools in Washington." This report will be printed in The Messenger next week. While on the return trip, Dr. Nash met in Kittitas, Messrs. A. D. Foster and Harlow, who are doing splendid work in an industrial high school there. These young men will be well remembered by many Normal students. Mrs. Thompson, former secretary in the president's office, was also met with on the journey and sent greetings to Bellingham. Centralia, Wash. Oct. 25, 1916. Dear Dr. Nash, Instructors and Students : We, former students of the Bellingham State Normal, now teachers in Lewis County, assembled in institute in Centralia, send to you our best wishes for a happy and profitable year. Respectfully, (Signed) Martha Tiffany, Lutha Fulk, Miss O'Laughlin, Ada Astels, Frances Riggs, Leota McGlaughlin, Emma Visti, Edith Weltse, Marie Castator, Reuthella Chaplin, Helen Brown, Frederick Klaus, Jason Nev-ins, Henry Ashman, Paul Beaufort, Leone Baker, Stella Lowry, Ethel Townsend, H. E. Rogers, J. E. Huley, Thomas Allison, Happy Williams, Vasilla Gebaroff, Dora Fatland, Violet Ward, Mary Docherty, Angy Pierce, Lola Lee Smith, Allie Jordan, Ida. Keto, Fred Craske, Kenny Lewis, Nellie Doolittle, Robert Yod-er, Lee Cordz, Gurnette Robinson, Olive Haley, Vera Clayton, Mabel McFadden, May Meighen, Alma Jensen, Isabelle Taylor, Malissa Howe, A. N. Baxter. A LETTER Miss Keeler (in assigning schools to be visited by the Observation Class): "Yes, a Normal young man, Mr. Schwartz, is principal of that school!" Dr. Frank Deerwester, writing from Fitchburg, Mass., tells interesting details of the school work there. The 7th and 8th grade pupils are organized into a "Junior High School," and those electing commercial courses do much of the clerical work of the school. Practice teaching is done by Seniors only, each Senior teaching full time one-third of a year. We quote two paragraphs which have a personal interest: "I was pleased to read of the victory over Everett. The Normal must have a fine team this season. I hope to see one of the 'big' games this year. I saw two of the big league baseball games and was properly 'thrilled.' "Schools here are more or less disturbed over the infantile paralysis epidemic. There have been over 500 cases reported to the State Board of Health this season. It seems scarcely at all improved by the cold weather. At Smith College, students are now forbidden to leave town or receive out of town visitors." |
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