OCR Text |
Show TUESDAY, OCTORER 3, 1922 THE WEBER HERALD PAGE THREE COLLEGE ELECTS FIRST OFFICERS Separate From High School Organizations; Marriott First President In 1915-16 the Weber College instituted a two-year normal course. In the following four years the college met with some success. However, in 1919 there came success, anil with it came the call for an organization of a college students' association. The membership has varied from a small handfull of about ten students to the present enrollment which shows a membership of ninety students. This number shows the decided growth of Weber College during its eight years. The splendid increase ot students has necessitated the organization of the college students into a separate association from that of the Weber High school. Therefore an organization has been effected. September 20, 1922, the following officers were elected to represent the first organization of the. Associated Students of Weber College department:President, Willard Marriott; vice president, Frances Cragun; secretary and treasurer, Olin Kirie; debating manager, Milton Halls; dramatic manager, Mrs. Laura E. Komney; yell leader, Alton Halverson; athletic manager, Claude Helm; historian, Harris Kidges. Heretofore, the college students have met with the high school department in its devotional exercises, but this year they have held separate assemblies. The four assemblies which have been conducted have been both interesting and educational. The first college assembly was held September 13, 1922. It consisted of a prelude, "Mon Coeur a ta Voix," by Miriam Woodbury; prayer by Frances Cragun; a saxophone solo, Edris Christensen; reading, Almeda Newman, and two vocal solos by Adelaide Ashton. After the preliminary program, Willard Marriott, chairman of the meeting, gave a short address. He urged the students to stand by the college and to boost for it. He tried to impress upon their minds the fact that they were to be in a large part responsible for Weber's success as a college and that it was the footprints that they left behind that would have a lasting influence over Weber in the years to come. He urged them to elect lively officers, who would instill pep and life into the classes. President Aaron W. Tracy then made a few remarks. He told the students that he was pleased at the splendid enrollment and the growing college spirit. He remarked that he never had felt the influence of a college previously, but that this year he was fully convinced that a real college had actually begun. He also urged the students to work for Weber, to boost for Weber, to show some real college life and spirit, and make the school and the city feel their influence. The first meeting at which the faculty was present was held September 15. The program was given under their direction. Professor Josephs of New York gave a very interesting and educational lecture on "How To Make Literature Alive," illustrating the correct and incorrect methods of reading literature by giving as a demonstration a few lines from Tennyson's "Break, Erealc, Break!" In-conclusion he read "The Seven Ages of Man." Professor Josephs is a member of the faculty of the American School of Dramatic Art. He is here directing the alumni play, "The Merchant of Venice," which will be given in the near future, in which he will play the part of Shylock. The remainder of the program included a prelude by Professor Oborn, vocal solo by Mrs. Pauline Malan Waterfall and a clarinet solo by Professor Nichols. The students and faculty members were exceptionally well pleased with the program and will long remember the remarkable teachings of this great educator. On the following Wednesday the college students conducted another assembly. The program was: Prelude, Frances Cragun; prayer, Miriam Woodbury; saxophone solo, Edna Halverson; monologue reading, "The Wild Rose," Ruth Wright, accompanied on the piano by Aura Bennett; vocal solo, Miss Lea Dnhle. Following the program the college elections were held. A lecture on Mexico was given to the college students at their devotional held Friday, September 22, by Dr. John G. Lind. As Dr. Lind spent most of the summer studying and visiting in Mexico he was able to give a very interesting and instructive lecture.Most people, he said, have an erroneous conception of Mexico and the Mexican people, due perhaps to contact with those who are not fair representatives of the Mexican people. Mexico, Dr. Lind states, is not a retarded nation as it is supposed, but is in most ways, excepting that of public education, as far advanced as other civilezed countries. He described Mexico as having a desirable climate, or rather a desirable variety of climates, and a vast amount of natural resources which are still young in development. But outside of its natural endowments, Mexico is interesting because of its age. Mexico City, a great "World City," has existed in the same valley for a thousand years and contains a university which is the oldest in America, having been founded in 1553. It was because of invitations from this university that Dr. Lind, along with thirty or forty students and teachers of the University of Utah, made what he describes as the "most profitable visit ever made." The following program preceded Professor Lind's address: Prelude, Miriam Woodbury; prayer, Professor Terry; piano solo, Professor Oborne. The college students who have been present at these few meetings have been well pleased with their success. They will long remember them, owing to the fact that they are the first of their kind in Weber College, and of such high merit. DRAMATIC CRITICISM The crudest sign in the world, it is said, is posted back-stage in a vaude-vill theater in Texas: "Artists will please not send out their laundry," it reads, "until the management has seen their act." FACULTY NAMED FOR YEAR 1922-23 Aaron W. Tracy, A. B., President. William Z. Terry, B. S., A. M., Ph. D. Professor of Mathematics. John G. Lind, ii. S., A. M., Ph. D., Professor of Physical Science. Christian J. Jensen, A. li., A. M., Professor of Biology. John Q. Blaylock, A. B., A. M., Professor of History and Political Science. Andrew L. Winsor, A. B., A. M., Director of Normal Training. Professor of Psychology and Education. Lydia H. Tanner, B. S., Professor of Domestic Art and Science. Eli Holton, Head of Business Department, Purchasing Agent, Secretary to the President. C. Elmer Barrett, B. S., Professor of Biology. Lavinia Maughan, A. li., A. M., Professor of English Language and Literature. Thomas O. Stokes, A. B., Professor of Economics and Sociology.Betty Noble, A. B., Professor of Modern Language and Literature. Wilford O. Ridges, Director of Mechanic Arts. Blanche K. Mckey, A. B., Professor of Dramatic Art, Director of Physical Education for Girls. Malcolm Watson, Instructor in Manual Training, Mechanical Drawing, Director Physical Education for Boys. William H. Manning, A. B., Professor of Music, Voice and Public School Music. Harvey L. Taylor, A. B., Instructor in History. Mary Storey, A. B., Instructor in History. Ernest W. Wilkinson, A. B., Instructor in English Language and Literature. Merlon Stevenson, B. S., Instructor in Mathematics, Assistant Director ' of Physical Education for Boys. Pearl Oberhansley, A. B., Instructor in English Language and Literature. Edith Austin, A. B., Instructor in English Language and Literature. Edith B. kohler, Instructor in Typewriting. P. A. Nielson, A. B., Instructor in Bookkeeping. Ellen W. Hamer, Instructor in Domestic Art. Ruby Osmond, B. S., Associate Professor of Domestic Art and Science. David J. Wilson, A. B., J. D., Professor of Business Law. Louisa Thurgood, Instructor ni Domestic Science. Eva Browning, Registrar and Assistant Secretary.Ernest Nichols, Assistant Professor of Music (Band and Orchestra). Mary Fisher, Instructor in Music (Violin). Ernest F. Osborn, Instructor in Music (Piano and Organ). Standing Committees. The president is ex-officio member of all committees. Admission and Registration, College and High School Eli Holton, Eva Browning. Attendance and Scholarship John G. Lind, William Z. Terry, Lydia H. Tanner, Lavinia Maughan, John O. Blaylock, Blanche K. Mckey, Betty Noble, William H. Manning, Andrew L. Winsor, Eli Holton, Thomas O. Stokes. Amusements William H. Manning, Harvey L. Taylor, Blanche k. Mckey, Wilford O. Ridges. Athletics Malcolm Watson, Merlon Stevenson. Catalogue William Z. Terry, Eli Holton, Eva Browning. Commencement Exercises Christian J. Jensen, William H. Manning, William Z. Terry. Care of Girls' and Women's Activities Lydia H. Tanner, Ruby Osmond, Ellen W. Hamer. Debating Lavinia Maughan, Ernest W. Wilkinson, Thomas O. Stokes, William Z. Terry, John O. Blaytock. Graduation, College and High School John G. Lind, Andrew L. Winsor, John Q. Blaylock. Library Librarian, Eli Holton. Petitions John Q. Blaylock, Andrew I. Winsor. Publicity Ernest W. Wilkinson, Edith Austin, Pearl Oberhansley, Harvey L. Taylor. Public Speaking Ernest W. Wilkinson, Lavinia Maughan, Blanche K. Mckey. Schedule of Classes and Examinations William Z. Terry, C. Elmer Barrett. Standing Committees. Schedule of Events Eli Holden. Students' Aid and Employment Christian J. Jensen, C. Elmer Barrett, Lydia H. Tanner. IT CAN BE DONE Somebody said that it couldn't be done, But he. with a chuckle, replied That "Maybe it couldn't," but he would be one Who wouldn't say so 'till he tired. So he buckled right in, with a trace of a grin On his face; if he worried, he hid it; He started to sing as he tackled the thing That couldn't be done and he did it. Somebody scoffed, "Oh, you'll never do that; At least no one ever has done it." But he took off his coat and he took off his hat, And the first thing he knew he'd begun it; With the lift of his chin, and a bit of a grin, Without any doubt of quiddit, He started to sing as he started the thing That couldn't be done and he did it. There are thousands to tell you it cannot be done; There are thousands to prophesy failure; There are thousands to point out to you, one by one, The dangers that wait to assail you; But just buckle in with a bit of a grin, Then take off your coat and go to it, Just start in to sing as you tackle the thing That "cannot be done" and you'll do it. Hu's Hu and Why At 4:00 o'clock the athletic room is a scene of turmoil. The boys who are interested in athletics go there to dress in football toggery. These boys are of all sizes and shapes; some are small, some are nearly square and some have length and width but not thickness. Charles Taylor and Willard Passy are two prominent football men. Mr. Passv is of the square type. Mr. Taylor has length and width. In this article I wish to comment on these two bright lights of the school. Willard, commonly known as Fat, has a peculiar habit. That habit is eating. In spite of the coach's many pleadings, Fat can't quit overdoing this important thing. The other day the coach told him that he was getting out of shape and that he would have to reduce in some manner. Mighty Porter heartily agrees with the coach; Fat fell on him the other day. The coach also told him that he" was not getting around like he should. "Well," Fat answered, "I'm more like a barrel than any of them." Then he turned to Chuck and said, "Man, I pity you; you'll be on the third team." At about 4:15 the boys jog down to the field and have a work-out. During the trip down Chuck takes Mr. Passey's hand and hurries him along as fast as possible. When they arrive, Fat strolls into his place at guard. When the opposing forces see him a large detour is made. We are going to have a sign made for Fat which will read "Road Closed." When one does venture to hit him, Fat merely passes over him saying "Hello, David, I'm Goliath!" After the practice they are to run from' the tabernacle square home. This they do with as many short cuts as possible. When they reach school there is a place in the board fence the boys must crawl through. Chuck gets on his hands and knees and gets through fine, but Willard gets his head through and then can't get either way. At this point chuck's service is again required and Willard is dragged (not with great comfort) through the fence. TAYLOR'S SOPH THEOLOGY CLASS Professor Harvey Taylor's theology class has nroved to be the best Sophomore class in the school. Owing to brother Taylor's pleasing personality, his interesting way of "putting the work over," and his interest in the Sophomore class, we believe our class will surpass all other classes of the school. Mr Taylor's class is overcrowded Though thirty students should be the limit, we have forty-five enrolled at the present time and more than thirty have been turned away. Two or three of the students are sitting in the windows and on the arms of the seats. All of us, now enrolled, rebel at the thought of leaving this beloved teacher and swear that we would rather bring cushions and sit on the floor than to have more comfortable seats in some other class. One of the interesting phases of Mr. Taylor's class is the idea of giv-;ng "missionary training" to the students. He has planned to have one "street meeting" a week, choosing four students, preferably two boys and two girls. In so doing there are at least two members holding the uriesthood taking an active part in the meeting. The first meeting was held Thursday, September 28, during the theology period. Four students were chosen to officiate, namely Sylvan Warner, Maurine Hinckley, Leona Wilkinson and kenneth Brown. Sylvan Warner presided; after prayer by Maurine two songs were rendered, entitled "0, My Father" and "High on the Mountain Top," by those chosen. Each of the four students gave an exceedingly interesting fiive-minute talk on "Pre-mortal Life." We have decided that we have ample reason for feeling that our theology class will come out in the lead of all the others. OPENING DANCE IS BIG SUCCESS JUNIOR CLASS SEES HEIGHTS SENIOR REPORT At last Father Time has made it a reality and not a dream. Students of Class '23 are facing the climax of a happy and enjoyable period of one's life, the high school period. Those who are acquainted with Class '23 will not doubt the fact that we have been leaders since the first day we entered Weber. The underclassmen may doubt this statement and say: " '23 has been rather quiet so far this year." That is true, but it is due to the conditions that we have had to face. Since the division of the College and High School student bodies, '23 has lost many of the lively members, including Miss Frances Cragun, who was vice president of the class. But '23 was up and doing and at a recent class meeting Miss Ruth Wright was elected to that position. Miss Wright needs no introduction as she has always been a live wire and we are glad that we have such a student as a leader. Laurence Budge, president of the class, has just returned and we feel that we are now ready to go ahead. I The Juniors again made the best I of the "hiking" weather and opened the season with the first class outing this year. The night of September 18 saw eighteen Juniors thirteen girls and five boys gather at the college at 7:00 p. m. in their hiking togs, ready for the best or the worst, under the able chaperonage of Mr. Taylor. Taylor canyon in the moonlight was the scene of a gala "marshmallow roast;" here, too, the "weinie" basket was opened with excellent results. The grand finale of the evening was a climb up Malan's Heights. "Don't forget your lunch.' WEBER HAS NEW FACULTY MEMBER Mr. Irvin Poulter, former student of Weber and graduate of the Utah Agricultural college, has lately become a member of the English department of this school. Soon after he was graduated from the Weber Academy, Mr. Poulter jonied the army and in 1917 at Samur, France, received his officer's commission. At the close of the war he resumed his work at the U. A. C, where he completed his course of study in 1918. for the world's greatest photoplays visit the OGDEN THEATRE Open Continuously 1:45 'Till Bedtime te3 FREE YOUR NAME IN GOLD By Electric Namograph on all Fountain Pens and Eversharp Pencils purchased from our enormous stock. 25c Per Name on Your Own BRAMWELL'S Say Mr. Coach! What about those Football Togs? Helmets, Shoulder Pads, Sweaters, Pants, Shoes, Rugby Footballs and other appurtenances of the best qualities are ready for your team at C. E. Armstrong & Cc 306 Twenty-fifth Street Photos of Charm and Character Ridges-Rabe Studio Phones: Studio, 776-W Home, 1888-J F. C. Rabe 416 Twenty-fourth St. The opening dance -of the season was held in the Weber Auditorium Friday evening, September 22. The Seniors entertained the Student association. The hall was decorated in autumn colors. A latticed booth covered with autumn leaves, with cattails and purple and white asters, forming the entrance. Delicious punch and colored mints were served under the arbor. The imposing gold and blue banner of Class '23 lent dignity to the occasion.White baskets filled with autumn leaves which were on both sides of the stand harmonized beautifully with the woodlands scenery. Judging from the many favorable comments heard around school, the initial event of the social season was a huge success. B. Y. U. Interested In Dramatics We learn by letter from the B. Y. U. of the enthusiasm and progress to be manifest during the 1922-23 school season in their dramatic art department. They announce the following plays to be presented: "The Great Divide," Moody. "Merely Mary Ann," Zangwill. "Rollo's Wild Oats," kummer. "Twelfth Night," Shakespeare. "Cyrano de Bergac," Rostand. The first three plays will be departmental, the letter states, for which special awards will be granted. The Shakespearian comedy will be the competition play for the student body honors. The faculty play will be the great period piay of Rostand, which calls for a cast of fifty people. "Again, we shall produce sixteen one-act plays in the Studio theater, which will give opportunity to sixty-five or more people. "The Drama League is getting more support from the down-town people SLIP-ON SWEATFRS Are the "Fad" They are so attractive and so reasonably priced that you can well afford one or two. Your school wardrobe is not complete without them. Modeled in plain and conservative colors, multi colored patterns and the Navy's design Priced from $1.45 to $6.15 for this season and will aid us in petting several big shows at the Columbia. Abraham Lincoln by Drinkwater will be an early offering. " The Weber College commends the university at Provo for the interest it is taking in their department of art, and we wish them success in their un dertaking. Weber's Book Store Weber's book store is a convenience, a necessity, a drawback to one's purse, a source of knowledge and a passable excuse. It is all these things and more. Why? Because a convenience is anything which saves time and trouble. Our book store does this by keeping our needs supplied at all times, and we do not have to be delayed by wait ing. The book store is a necessity, first because it helps us to be on time at class; second, it supplies our wants at all times, and third, it is necessary to have some place where we can quickly obtain our necessities. "Aye, here's the rub," a drawback to our purses. For who can resist the appeal of eats? A GOOD WAY TO DO IT An evangelist had tacked to a tree at the intersection of two roads a sign bearing the advice, "Prepare to meet thy God." And then along came a man from the state highway department who placed a sign right below it with the single word: "Detour." Lew Thomas 0. K. Barber Shop 348 Twenty-fourth St. "See Us First" Watson-Tanner Clothing Co. 372 TWENTY-FOURTH STREET Security State Bank SAV I N G 5 COMMERCIAL OGDEN WsWt1 UTAM NYAL FACE CREAM at the ENSIGN DRUG GO, 333 Twenty-fourth Street Telephone 623 "Meet Me Bareheaded" NORMAN SIMS 25th St. at Wash. Ave. Watson-FIygare Hardware Company the Winchester store WORLD'S STANDARD HARDWARE 2414 Washington Avenue Telephone 90 OGDEN, UTAH OGDEN STEAM LAUNDRY CO. Dry Cleaners and Dyers 437 Twenty-Fifth St. Ogden, Utah For Sanitary Butter Try The Economy Butter Shop 2450 Washington Avenue r ABOUT "SMALL ACCOUNTS" There are no "small accounts" if possibilities are considered. Starting an account is the first step in financial progress, the extent of which no one can foresee. We never lose sight of the fact that many of our depositors, whose business is transacted in modest figures now, will be men and women of large affairs tomorrow. Service is rendered accordingly. The National Bank of Commerce OGDEN, UTAH irnmiinnQCT-jmiiimiuiuim tnari ;; ninirtnniCTJiiiu mrminiuiiiinnji : 2451 Hudson Avenue SPORTING GOODS Wholesale and Retail The oldest and largest sporting goods company in the west. The most complete line of Sporting Goods Everything for Every Sport for Every Season |