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With Sincere Gratitude to the Teacher and With Hearts Full of Love for the Man We Dedicate this Book to Our Own DR. McCHESNEY Who for Twenty Years Has Given of His Very Life for CEDARVILLE COLLEGE
Now that the first volume of the Cedrus is printed and being given to the public, the sense of its short comings weighs heavily on the publishers. In these pages we have endeavored to portray the student life and activities of the College, which we trust will be of interest to each and all. We publish this book for the students as a memento of College days; for the alumni and friends of the College. with a sincere desire to interest them in "Old C. C." and to aid her in her onward and upward way. We wish here to thank all those who have assisted %v. in the publication of this book. To F.F. Marshall, who assisted in the artist work; to Joseph A. Finney, '06, alumni editor, and to Prof. F. A. Jurkat, who rendered valuable assistance in the correction of the proofs, we are especially grateful. Lastly we wish to acknowledge our indebtedness to our advertisers who have aided us in a very substantial way. Let every student show their appreciation by patrcnizing them. We have done our best to create a greater interest in "Old C. C." and with that object in view we have given you the Cedrus. In conclusion we will be profoundly grateful for its cordial reception. L. WI,.1. [RAJ,
R. CECIL BURNS Business RALPH S. ELDER ORLAND M. RITCHIE D. LINTON DOHERTY. 5 Manager and Pictorial Editor Editor-in-Chief Literary Editor Artist
Cedarville College EDARVILLE COLLEGE was founded with the sublime object in view of advancing the interests of God on earth. The training of young men for the Gospel ministry, the education of young men and women for missionary service at home and abroad, and for work as laymen in the Sabbath school and in the church, were the purpose for which it was established. The development of Christian life and character in those who should go out into the world, into business and professional circles, into the arena of public life, and into the sacred precincts of the home, and carry with them some of the splendid inspiration and lofty principles imbibed at Cedarville College, was not overlooked. 6
0These noble ideals Cedarville has, in a remarkable degree, been able, by the blessing of Almighty God, to translate into realization. Considerably over one-third of its male graduates have become Christian ministers, and many of them are doing a great work for the Master. A goodly little band of foreign missionaries have gone out into the field as a nucleus for the many more who are yet to follow. Even more than the combined numbers of these two classes, are those in the ranks of teachers, whose influence for good in the lives of the rising generation is boundless. And to be counted only by the hundreds are those who have gone out, either as graduates, or with only partial courses to their credit, and have enriched with consecrated lives, the communities and congregations, as well as the business, professional, and social groups to which they belong, and whose characters bear testimony to the loyalty of Cedarville College to her King. In fact the College itself has been directly engaged in doing a missionary work of no mean significance. In many cases young men and young women can point to their sojourn within the walls of old Cedarville as a period of real regeneration, when a new word with its opportunities and possibilities burst upon them, and there dawned within their minds the significance and value of their own lives to satisfy the world's need. Nay more, whole families have been lifted to a higher plane of existence and usefulness through the leavening influence of a boy or a girl sent to Cedarville College. As a distinctiNely Christian College, Cedarville rejects materialistic views of life and is boldly idealistic. It emphasizes the necessity for vision, service, character. Students are taught to see the invisible, the higher spiritual realities that are concealed from eyes waxed dull and gross from viewing worldly vanities. To see the King in all His beauty, to see themselves as His children, to see the world in its need, is the first duty of the true Cedarville student. Then comes the service to meet that need. Not to be ministered unto, but to minister, and to give their lives to the good of their fellowmen, is the aim set before the youthful and ambitious hearts. Not many Cedarville graduates will be millionaires, but many, many will lay up treasures above. That the students may be trained for efficient service, to be workmen not needing to be ashamed, opportunity is afforded them for acquiring knowledge, for developing and increasing their powers of body, mind, and spirit, and for becoming skillful in the application of knowledge and power. But character is the supreme aim of the College: not merely good moral character, but that which bath foundations, whose builder and maker is God; character patterned after our great Example. Jesus Christ. This paramount principle permeates every department, from those of Bible, apologetics, missions, ethics, and philosophy, to those of language, history, mathematics, and natural science. The development of proper views, right feelings, and correct habits, supersedes any striving after merely mechanical excellence. Yet the work is done in such a practical and common-sense way that even th:s finds its place, and contributes materially to the accomplishment of the predominant purpose. 7
or Board of Trustees J. H. CRESWELL, President Cedarville, Ohio J. H. STORMONT, First Vice President Cedarville,Ohio REV. HOMER MCMILLAN, D.D., Second Vice President Atlanta, Ga. OSCAR E. BRADFUTE, Secretary Cedarville, Ohio PROF. FRANK A. JURKAT, M.A., Treasurer Cedarville, Ohio A. Y. REID Cincinnati, Ohio REV. DAVID MCKINNEY, D.D., LL.D Cincinnati, Ohio REV. WILLIAM R. GRAHAM, A.B Yellow Springs, Ohio JOSEPH A. FINNEY, A.B. Xenia, Ohio NATHAN L. RAMSEY Cedarville, Ohio PROF. W. RENWICK MCCHESNEY, Ph.D. Cedarville, Ohio S. C. WRIGHT, A.B. Cedarville, Ohio STANDING COMMITTEES EXECUTIVE: CRESWELL, WRIGHT, FINNEY, MCKINNEY, BRADFUTE FINANCE: BRADFUTE, CRESWELL, REID, STORMONT INSTRUCTION: MCKINNEY,GRAHAM, MCCHESNEY, MCMILLAN PROPERTY: STORMONT, CRESWELL, RAMSEY, MCKINNEY AUDITING: FINNEY, GRAHAM, MCMILLAN, STORMONT INVESTMENTS: JURKAT, MCKINNEY, CRESWELL LOCAL ADVISORY BOARD D. S. ERVIN, J. C. STORMONT, THOMPSON CRAWFORD, G. E. JOBE, OSCAR SMITH WOMEN'S ADVISORY BOARD MRS. W. R. MCCHESNEY, MISS MARY ERVIN, MRS. S. T. BAKER, MRS. JOHN W. JOHNSON, MRS. W. H. BARBER, MFtS. ANDERSON COLLINS, MRS. E. C. OGLESBEE, MRS. J. W. DIXON 8
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REV. DAVID MCKINNEY, D.D., LL.D., PRESIDENT 10
MO , LEROY ALLEN, Ph.B. Secretary Harper Professor of Economics and Sociology W. RENWICK MCCHESNEY, Ph.D. Vice President Petei Gibson Professor of Philosophy and Greek 11
ANNA ALBERTA CRESWELL, A.M. Professor of English and French 1 2 FRANK A. JURKAT, A.M. Registrar Professor of Modern Languages and Literature 4.
11111111 r., ELEANORE KATHERINE HOLLIDAY, A.M. Professor of German and English LESTER DAY PARKER, B.Sc. Professor of Natural Sciences
MRS. JESSE RUSSELL Director of the Department of Music Professor of Music STEPHEN CALVIN WRIGHT, A.B. Professor in the Normal Department Financial Agent of the College 14
R. CECIL BURNS Instructor in Mathematics 15 DR. JAMES L. CHESNUT Pastor R. P. Church
DAVID BRADFUTE Instructor in Science 1G WILMAH SPENCER Instructor in Algebra
el MARY LUCILE GRAY Librarian ,.. 17 MARY B. ERVIN, A.B. Associate Professor of Philosophy and Greek
JOHN C. GRINDLE Janitor 18 WALTER EMERSON MCCLURE Basket Ball Coach Or
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Senior History HE CLASS of 1915, composed of nine members, could scarcely be named the best looking of the classes that have passed through the halls of C. C. but it can be truly said that it ranks very highly in all the other characteristics that tend to make a class famous. It co ntains talent of every sort. h can perform any duty from that of translating the most difficult Creek to furnishing an orchestra for "Cedar Day- at Cedarville. There is no doubt that the class contains the "long" and the -short- of everything. Of the nine members of the class of 1915, two have come from the departm ent of music—Creswell and Connor; the other seven—Spencer, Bird, Sterrett, Ross, Loyd, B urns, and McCorkell— have come from the collegiate department proper. They have majored in the depart ments of Chemistry, Education, Psychology, and Missions. All of the seven have taken the greater part of their work at Cedarville, and will graduate with the degree of -Bachelor of Arts." Four years ago the present Senior class, Freshman then of course, numbered sixte en. Since that time some of them have dropped out to take up their work at other institutions. Some have entered the teaching profession, while others graduated from Cedarville in the class of 1 914. Although the class has had these losses, it has made enough gains to make itself representat ive of merit and ability. The beginning it made in the recitation rooms of Cedarville College will nev er be forgotten. It is scarcely necessary to say that the class of 1915 will never be forgotten by the faculty, who have labored so patiently to mold the various members into vessels of honor. The material with which they have had to work was of such a quality that they found it a delight to open their class-room doors every day and look upon the faces of the various members of this class. We as a class, wish to use a part of this space to extend our appreciation and thanks to al l those who have thus helped us out of the mire of ignorance, and from whom we have received man y good lessons as we trudged along through the years of our college course. However, these are not all the marks of distinction the class of 1915 has left behind it. From the very first it has taken an important part in the activities of "Cedar Day.- Every year the stunts pulled off by this class have taken the cake. Those who wi tnessed it will remember the trip taken to the Cannibal Islands and the narrow escape of our beloved h istory professor, and how he was rescued by a squadron of girls who to this day are listed am ong his close friends. In the visit at a Hoosier school there were a number of good points for those who were considering the teaching profession; and last year the crowd was astonished by the display o f the largest warship afloat, "The Junior." It is thought that President Wilson will have to call t his great ship into service as it is the "ship of state." Recently, it has changed its name to the "Senior.- That this class has furnished one of the orators for "Cedar Day" will also be remembered. The oration delivered by our President, Cameron Ross, was worthy of commendation. We are sure that the eating capacity of this class at the "Cedar Day" picnics has never been surpassed. It has become a law that a double portion must be placed before them, if their appetites are to be satisfied. 20
CAMERON M. Ross, A.B. "Kam" "Hoot" Born Cedarville, 0., 1894. Graduated Cedarville H. S., 1911; Philo; Glee Club and Orchestra; Minstrel, '12, '14; Football, '12, '14; Basket Ball, '11-'12, '1415; President of the Class. "High thoughts, amiable words, and the desire of fame, The love of truth and all that makes a man." WILMAH SPENCER, A.B. "Billie" Born Cedarville, 0., 1893. Graduated Cedarville H. 5.. 1911; Philo; President, Y. W. C. A., '14-'15; Instructor in Algebra, '14-'15; Secretary of the Class. -Her care was never to offend, And every creature was her friend.- 21
REA CECIL BURNS, A.B. "Cec" "Bobby" Born Tranquillity, 0., 1892. Graduated Cedarville H. S., 1908; Philo; Pedagogue; Member Y. M. C. A.; Manager of the Gavelyte, '14-'15 ; Instructor in Mathematics, '14-'I 5; Manager and Pictorial Editor of the Cedrus. "One of the few immortal names that were not born to die." HELEN CRESWELL "Helen" Born Cedarville, 0., 1895. Graduated Cedarville H. S., 1913; Department of Music. "Her hair is auburn, of that Titian tint So seldom seen in woman, save in print." 22
WILLIAM DWIGHT STERRETT, A.B. "Mutt" "Hoot" Born Cedarville, 0., 1893. Graduated Cedarville H. S., 1911 ; Philosophic; Glee Club and Orchestra; Minstrel, '12, '14; Vice President, Y. M. C. A., '12-'1;3 Editor of the Gavelyte, '12213, '14215. "A young man tall and straight, and strong and handsome." JOHN ROSCOE MCCORKELL, A.B. "Cork" Born Cedarville, 0., 1892. Graduated Cedarville H. S., 1911; Philo; Orchestra and Glee Club; Assistant Manager, Min. strel, '12; Manager, Minstrel, '14; Vice President of the Class. "A valiant youth, and his face like the face of the morning, Gladdened the earth with its light, and ripened thoughts into action." 23
HARRY FREEMAN BIRD, A.B. "Birdie" Born Cedarville, 1892. Graduated Cedarville H. S., 1911; Philosophic; Basket Ball, '12-'13, '15-'15; Football, '11, '14; Y. M. C. A. Cabinet, '13, '14, '15; Gavelyte Staff, '14-'15. "Honest and brave, kind and courteous, faithful and true, are the qualities that are found in you." INEZ ERMA CONNER "Inez" Born Jamestown, 0., 1893. Hickory Grove H. S. Department of Music. "Sweet simplicity is thine: You please, yet never strive to shine." 24
.•ew 25 CLARENCE J. LOYD, A.B. "Doc" Born Boulder, Colo., 1888. Graduated Hartford, 0., H. S., 1910; Philosophic; Minstrel, '12, '14; Football, '12-'13. "A man of loneliness and mystery, Oft seen to smile, and seldom heard to sigh."
The Juniors S I took up my pen a little Brownie appeared before my lingering gaze and perched himself on the top of my pen. Wonderingly I inquired, "And where did you come from, my little Sprite?'• "Ask no questions!" was the saucy reply, "I am here for business, to see that the noble Juniors get fair play!" Now, to be candid, I had not expected to extol all the vii tues of this wonderful(?) class—for truly they are many—because, you see, we have not yet reached the top round of the ladder and there is still just a little probability that the lofty Seniors may endeavor once more to send us into the pit of humiliation. In describing the Junior class we would note, in the first place, its position. It is composed of nine divisions—or members—two of which may be unitedsoon, though not as a result of war. These members are Ada Wallace, Mary Bird, David Bradfute, Orland Ritchie, Carey Ritchie, William Hastings, Merle Rife, Paul Ramsey, and ye Historian. We are bordered on the north by the Seniors, on the east by the Faculty, on the south by the Sophomores, on the west—well, that region is yet unexplored. Now, we take the history of the class: its accomplishments and its endeavors the last three yea's—archaeology has as yet been unable to decipher the hieroglyphics of any previous history—we find some interesting data. In the fall of 1912, twenty-four young men and maidens, just graduated from high school, entered the Freshman class. Never did a more congenial, jolly, yet studious class of young people enter the college halls. Yes, the Sprite reminds me, it was the largest too. Never did trade wax so great for the baker, the pickle, and meat men as it did that year—wiener sandwiches and pickles are but a synonym for "spread." Never did Sophomores so utterly fail in an attempt to play the role of Upper Classmen. Never was Professor Jurkat'stemper so sorely tried (he is floor walker at school) and the Sprite adds,"Never were teachers so well pleased with class grades."(?) Reluctantly we grew out our Freshman togs and assumed the role of Sophomores. It sobered us somewhat to assume so dignified a name. We had to sacrifice many things; our spreads especially. There was but one the entire year, and we were permitted to have only ice cream and cake. Last fall when the college doors swung open and we entered into our Junior year we found that the ranks had been thinned until only nine remained. May the ties of fellowship and loyalty for our college bind us together until we have finished our college course. We now wish to mention a few of the characteristics of the members of this class. Intellectually, we are the Seven Wonders of the world with two duplications. As logicians, some of the class have no rivals. As ethicists, some have declared their intention of succeeding Gregory. As scientists, one of our members is assistant professor in the science department. As mathematicians, all the mathematics that Cedarville College can boast of has been mastered. As students of the languages, anyone desiring a tutor in French would do well to inquire for Mesdemoiselles Bird and Wallace. Another member of the class converses in Egyptian, Hebrew, Greek, Latin, Spanish, German, and sometimes, English. As musicians, some of our members are quite proficient, nay, might be termed geniuses. Still another member of the class, although we have always known he expected to be an agriculturist, is making a specialty of gardening. 'The Sprite says he is because he has a Gardiner. I had but begun to expatiate on our athletic ability, when "Nur Sed," snapped our Sprite. As I am rather uncertain of his meaning, and fear to question him lest we lose his friendship I shall bring this history to a close. The Sprite bids you all farewell. THE JUNIOR SPRITE
DAVID C. BRADFUTE Cedarville, Ohio "Dave." "Beeftrust" Philo. Thomas Edison's counterpart. A deep student of science. "He is a scholar, and a ripe and good one; Exceeding wise, fair spoken, and persuading." MARY BIRD Cedarville, Ohio "Fraulein Vogel" Philo. Custodian of the Records. Jolly. A good student. Carey's favorite b(B)ird. "A face more fair, a form more sweet, Ne.er hath it been my lot to meet." PAUL L. RAMSEY Cedarville, Ohio Philosophic. Chancellor of the Exchequer. Sincere, earnest, faithful. A born agriculturist. "Happy is the man who tills his field, Content with rustic labor." 28
,.. 0. M. RITCHIE Clifton, Ohio "0. M." Philo. A thorough student and a hard worker. Much interested in journalism. "Howe'er it be, it seems to me, 'Tis only noble to be good." ADA F. WALLACE Winchester, Ohio "Aden" "Adams County" Philosophic. A charming maiden with golden hair. Very modest in her ways. "And her modest answer and graceful air Show her wise and good as she is fair." J. MERLE RIFE Cedarville, Ohio "Bruf." "J. M." Speakes mostly in unknown tongues. A veritable genius. "A man I am, above all other men profound." 29 JIL
CAREY P. RITCHIE Clifton, Ohio "C. P." "Seepy" Philo. A typical preacher's son. Always in for a good time but earnest and true withal. "The greatest pleasure of life is love." DOROTHY COLLINS Cedarville, Ohio "Dot." "Dimples" Philo. Much devoted to her work she does all things well. -So well to know Her own, that what she wills to do or say Seems wisest, viriuousest, best." WILLIAM A. HASTINGS Cedarville, Ohio "Billy." "Willie" Philosophic. Shy and good natured. -Kind hearts are more than coronets, And simple faith than Norman blood," 30 .1 1
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Sophomore History N THE fall of 1913, just when the trees were decking themselves with their beautiful colors, and all nature was sending out her "call to the wild," the doors of Cedarville College swung open for the twentieth year of college life, calling back former students and welcoming those who were for the first time to enter her halls. In answer to the call seventeen young men and women from various parts of the Buckeye and Keystone states enrolled as Freshmen. Undaunted by the threats of the Sophomores to make us enter by the side door, wear cute little green caps, and to make the feminine portion of the class wear their hair in pigtails, we soon proved that we were able to make good. And we made good in classroom, literary society and athletics. Don't you remember that the star player of the boys' basket ball team, and the center of the girls' team were members of this class? And then, didn't the "Elder" member win a prize in the Perry Centennial contest? Some of the other members were musicians, some were readers, and the remainder, having no special talents, just filled up cracks, and cheered for the talented ones. Class spreads were never dull, for we were a jolly bunch and we usually had plenty of "Fudge." True we added our share to the worry of the faculty, but were usually "squelched" by being asked to be a little quieter, the request being accompanied, sometimes, by a sound resembling a peal of thunder, but which we learned was only Professor Jurkat's foot rather suddenly coming down upon the floor. Two of the members because of ill health were forced to break the ranks, but the other fifteen marched on, encouraged by the thought that some day they would be Sophomores With the opening of the next college year only seven of the fifteen came to claim that privilege. Some, having decided to take up other lines of work, are proving their ability there just as they did in college life. Four members were added however, and, aided by these, we are still keeping up our reputation. The captains of both basket ball teams of '15 are members of our class, as well as two forwards and a guard of the girls' team. Nor are we falling behind in the classroom; for with plenty of "Somers, a diligent "Gardiner," and an "Elder" to rule over us, we are kept in a flourishing condition, and are ever endeavouring to make "Onward, upward," our motto still, "As we follow close the leading of our dear old Cedarville." 33
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BACK Row: Short, 1-lutchinson, Baumgardner, Duff, Clark, Graham, Little. MIDDLE Row: Northup, McCampbell, Shiplett, McMillan, Oglesbee, Boase, Collins. Borrom Row: Chesnut, Hoskinson, Corry, Wright, Doherty, McClure. ro.
4,1* Freshman History E, THE members of the Freshman Class, in order to create the best of impressions, procure justice, insure domestic tranquillity, provide for a common defence against Upper Classmen, and secure the blessings of publicity to ourselves and our Alma Mater, do compile and publish these facts concerning the Class of 1918. We are twenty-one. Among these twenty-one are some of the gayest lads and prettiest lassies, some of the best athletes and most talented musicians, some of the best orators and students, and some of the brightest heads of hair to be found in the whole college. How do we know this, and how can we prove it to the world at large? Only a fleeting glance at the accompanying picture is needed to verify the statement that our lassies are pretty. There are girls with blue eyes and brown eyes, with pompadour hair and with curls. There are tall girls and short girls, and girls thick and thin. There are blondes and brunettes; certainly, girls of enough different kinds to suit anyone's taste for beauty. There is no doubt about the lads being gay, for "by their ties ye shall know them"; and surely there can be none gayer than "Cam's" famous pink one and "Jim's" reversible tango and purple. Then, for proof of the athletic ability of our classmen, we have only to point to the pictures of both the girls' and boys' teams in basket ball. In each we find the smiling countenances of four noble Freshmen, who have proven their prowess by helping to make the winning easier, or the losing harder, in the season's battles for old C.C. Does anyone doubt that we have musicians in our class? If so, let him stroll past Dr. Oglesbee's resider,ce on Xenia Avenue some night, and listen to the happy and lilting strains of. "If I were a Bird," as the fair Helen executes them. Can he truth fully deny that this at least is a Freshman who has musical talent? Perchance on the same night the stroller may have passed McClure's room and heard the patriotic strains of "Yankee Doodle" issuing from his casement. Was not that talent also? That we have the best orators does not need to be proven, for of the six contestants in the preliminary oratorical contest four were Freshmen, and to one of these first honors were awarded. The judges who made the decisicn, have shown beyond a doubt. that the "Freshies" excel in the speech-making art. Moreover, we are good students. This decision was not forced upon us by a few egotistical members, but by the "Prof's" themselves. Greek and German, by hard riding, are to us sieht-reading; Latin constructions are mere res ludiendi; English is a pleasant iugerne with words; and Trig—well, let Trig be the unknown angle. Ours is indeed a bright class but perhaps the less said about our brightness the better; foras we have heard, red-headed people are as a rule anything but "slow to anger." These are the merits with which we alone of all the classes, past or present, possess. Although we are not conceited, but modestand humble, we feel that when 1918 goes the way of all its predecessors "It will leave behind it Footprint in the sands of time; Footprints that perhaps another, Sailing o'er life's college main, A forlotn and greener brother. Seeing may take heart again." 3't
“The Preps” OLLEGE LIFE, to the outsider, seems much the same; but to the student five divisions are apparent. The first of these is the Seniors, who stroll about slowly and impressively. Everyone looks up(?) to them. Next comes the Juniors, who in former days were noted for their belligerency. The third is the "Sophs" and the fourth is those, who in their own language are called "Freshies," in ours "Blowhards." The Fifth is "nostra provincia" or the "preps." Our history though somewhat short at present, is, we believe, destined to be synonymous with that of the nation. We were at first, perhaps, timid and bashful, but we have proved to be veritable "diamonds in the rough.- We were well instructed by the upper classmen whose advice we wisely neglected to follow. We have nearly everything except midnight botanizing parties of which we hear so much. The Juniors especially, are famous for their analysis of tulips and daisies. Though small in numbers we have great hopes, for "Great oaksfrom little acorns grow." Perhaps in comparison with former classes we are as yet not especially distinguished, but we believe with Shakespeare that: -There is a tide in the affairs of men, Which, taken at the flood, leads on to fortune, Omitted, all the voyage of their life Is bound in shallows and in miseries." 38 4. e- .1•
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Philosophic Reception F THE events in Cedarville College life that are looked forward to by all old students, and ever remembered by newcomers, none perhaps are looked forward to more eagerly than the literary receptions at the beginning of the year. On September 1 8th, the Philosophic Literary Society held their annual reception in the Philosophic hall, which they had decorated for the occasion. The evening was spent in frolic and mirth until about ten o'clock, when the crowd was invited downstairs to partake of a sumptuous repast. Immediately afterward, the address of welcome was given by the President and toasts were responded to by representatives from the Philadelphian society and one from the faculty. Music for the evening was furnished by Miss Helen Oglesbee, 'I 8, Miss Mary Hastings, 'I 4, and Mr. Hugh Turnbull,'1 2. PHILADELPHIAN RECEPTION One week after the Philosophic reception, the Philadelphians royally entertained the Philosophics, alumni, faculty, and friends. There were about eighty present and the evening was spent in jollity and merriment. Everyone was made to feel welcome. At ten-thirty all were invited to the lower story, where a delightful luncheon was served. Toasts were responded to by a number of the faculty, each of whom tried to outdo the other in telling funny stories. Toasts were also responded to by representatives from the Philosophic society. At a late hour all departed, grateful to the Philo's for the entertainment of the evening. CHRISTIAN ENDEAVOR RECEPTION College people are all too much inclined to think that church socials are rather tame affairs, but the Reform Presbyterian Christian Endeavorers have proven that they are not necessarily of such a nature. The Christian Endeavor reception has come to be an annual affair. Weeks before school commences plans are made to welcome the new students and to hold a reception at the earliest date possible. That date this year was September 1 1. At seven o'clock the spacious church parlors were thrown open and were soon filled with a crowd of merry young people. Games of a get-acquainted nature were played until nine-thirty. At that time all were invited to the basementto partake of the good things there provided. About eleven o'clock all departed with a feeling of gratitude and good will toward Christian Endeavor. PROFESSOR AND MRS. McCHESNEY ENTERTAIN One of the most enjoyable events of the season was the reception and supper given to the college students on the evening of November 10, by Professor and Mrs. McChesney. Their spacious home was thrown open and the students were made welcome. About seven-thirty the guests were invited to the dining rooms, and a delicious supper was served. Solomon (James Chesnut, Jr.) only, and his ten wives remained behind and ate their supper in the sitting room. After supper the students were entertained as only Mrs. McChesney would be capable of entertaining. At a late hour all departed grateful to Professor and Mrs. McChesney for their hospitality. 40
4.• .A. HALLOWE'EN SOCIAL October 31, is a date looked forward to with eagerness and expectation by all students of C.C. This year it was the boys' turn to act as hosts and it is no idle boast to say that they eclipsed all previous Hallowe'en socials. The "Alford" was decorated to represent a moonlight scene in a cornfield. All the guests were requested to disguise themselves and the girls were shown the way to the gymnasium by means of a confetti trail. For about two hours there was much fun and mirth in trying to recognize each other. Finally the disguises were thrown off and the crowd seated. After this came a sumptuous chicken supper. Such a feed was never given before on a like occasion. Chicken, baked beans, pickles, buns, and coffee completed the menu. Orange-ade was served from an artificial spring in the center of the floor. Further entertainment was provided after supper and ata late hour the guests departed feeling that theyhad spent the most enjoyable evening of the season. FRESHMAN "PROM." CEDARVILLE, OHIO, MARCH 13, 1915 MY DEAR OLD "MUTT": Say, old fellow, do you know, we're mighty fortunate that we're not Freshmen this year, and that you are equally as unfortunate that you could not be in on the Freshman spread given the twenty-sixth of January. You want to know how it happened, do you? Well, you see, it was this way. Thereare twenty-one Freshmen in school this year, and while they are without a doubt, made of good stuff, they, like all Freshmen, had to be taken down a step. They got the notion into their heads that they could just clean up the floor in a basket ball game with the Upper Classmen. The Upper Classmen challenge-I them to play and, Fre.hmanlike, without any deliberation they promptly accepted the challenge. January 12, was the date set for the contest, and as the time drew near, you can imagine theexcitement. Everybody was out that night. and the Freshmen did valiantly, but the girls were sorely defeated. The boys however turned the tables on the Upper Classmen and won their game. I guess I forgot to tell you that when the challenge was made. the losers were to set up the "eats" to the winners. Well, when the points were added the Upper Classmen were found to be ahead, and it was up to the Freshmen to feed the rest of us. They were not the lads and lassies to back down, and on January 26, they gave us a B-I-G feed, now, I'll tell you they did. I can't remember just now what all we did have, but there were chicken "patties" and baked beans and pickles and salad and nabiscoes and gelatine and, —oh, I can't tell you what all, now,—but I do remember thato finish up on we had some of Dr. Chesnut's funny stories. Oh, I'll tell you it was great. We'll never forget it, and I only wish you could have been here, it would have done your heart good as well as your stomach. Well, as time and space are somewhat limited I will have to call a halt, so good-by. Your old "pal," "BENEDICT." 41
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C. ft: Mi f=" The Match-making Mules TANDING in the doorway of his favorite club, Richard Cozens Warrington was puzzled. Not that he would admit it. He was too proud to do that. But Dick wondered what it all could mean. Fresh from Harvard, Dick Warrington was as fine a specimen of the care-free youth as ever walked Broadway. He had been the leader of the most exclusive set at college, and now two weeks after his return to Cederton, he was the acknowledged leader of his club and the general favorite of society. "Hello! Old scout! Why so glum? Cork up the sad stuff and let me treat you to a dose of billiards and good cheer." It was Arthur Denton, a chum of Dick's. "Sorry Art, old top, but I must be going, I am busy to-night." "Too bad! Hope the blues aren't fatal." responded Art cheerfully. Dick smiled as he slowly looked down at the note in his hand. Then placing the note inhis pocket, he bade a hasty good-bye and departed. Immaculate, Dick appeared to be a veritable prince of men as he descended the steps of his father's elegant mansion, and stepped into the tonneau of his long, gray, sixty horse-power car, the pride of his heart. He seemed to be in the surroundings where one would naturally expect to find him. Deftly he started the motor car and darted off towards the home of Dr. Brownlee, whose daughter Dorothy, was one of his life-long friends. It was only a few squares to the Brownlee home, so Dick drove slowly, meanwhile heaving a sigh of satisfaction andcontent with all the world. Life seemed sweet to Dick. Few of its troubles had ever crossed his path. Fate had been good to him: so he mused. Thus it was, that Dick was in a particularly amiable frame of mind as he ascended the steps of the Doctor's beautiful residence and pushed the bell. He was cordially received by Mrs. Brownlee, who had always liked Dick's impulsiveness and warm-heartedness; and he greeted her with the boyish enthusiasm characteristic of him. They were conversing pleasantly when Dorothy entered the 43
drawing-room. She had never seemed lovelier to Dick, and as he rose to meet her his eyes betokened the homage which beauty naturally wins. After a few moments of delightful conversation Mrs. Brownlee withdrew, leaving the two eagerly relating tales of their college life and singing favorite songs. Later when Dick assayed to leave her, the beauty of the night made him feel that a few minutes in the car would be a fitting climax to the evening's delight. Dorothy readily acquiesced, and so in a few moments they were spinning along over the smooth pavements. The moon was shining brightly and filled the night with its radiance, transfiguring everything it touched. The spell of the night held them. Neither Dorothy nor Dick spoke. Silently they went, on and on, until the open country was reached. -Grand! isn't it?" said Dick, who was the first to break the silence. "Lovely," breathed Dorothy. "How fine it is to live," exclaimed Dick. Dorothy's only answer was a low murmur of joy, as she turned her shining eyes to the eyes of Dick above. On the following morning Dick Warrington presented himself at the office of Dr. Brownlee in answer to his brief note. As he entered the room, a vague, unreasonable fear seemed to creep over Dick for a moment, but only for a moment. He wondered what business Dr. Brownlee could have with him. Just then the door of the inner office opened and with a word of greeting the Doctor ushered Dick into the room and requested him to be seated. For some unaccountable reason Dick preferred to stand. Dr. Brownlee said nothing. He was evidently waiting for Dick to begin. "I called this morning. Doctor Brownlee, in answer to your note of yesterday." Dr. Brownlee was silent. He seemed to be studyingDick intently. Slowly, he scrutinized him from head to foot ? nd back again. Dick reddened. Dr. Brownlee seemed so serious. Dick shifted about uneasily and awkwardly pushed back his hair with his hand. "Richard," the Doctor began.then stopped as suddenly as he had commenced, and paced nervously to and fro. Stopping opposite Dick, he again requested him to be seated, and feeling the utter uselessness of it, Dick sat down. "Dick," he said. and the familiar name from him was unusual, "I have known you all your life. have always been interested in you. I have watched you at work and at play and I like you Dick, always did. It just came naturally. Then four years ago you went to college. There you learned many things and formed new acquaintances and developed new ideals. Now you have returned to us, and some of us are sorry that you went away. Dick, you aren't the boy you were four years ago and you're not the man I want my girl to marry." Dick was stunned, for the idea that Dorothy should fail to be his had never entered his mind. With a dazed expression he looked up at the Doctor, but said not a word. The Doctor continued. "Dick, you are a drone and a parasite. What work do you propose to accomplish? The world demands results, not methods, and the young man of today must produce, not promise. Until he has made good, no young man shall win my daughter's hand. I trust that you understand. Good-by.' With mingled feelings, Dick walked out of the office, stumbling blindly down the stairs. "A drone and a parasite," he repeated. "Does the Doctor mean that I must toil like a slave and acquire an honest and frugal look? Am I, the son of James Warrington, to be subject to the rule of labor? Must I give up my free time, my sports and my friends to prove to Dr. Brownlee that I am worthy of Dorothy?" Dick spent the next day at the club, where his gloom became so noticeable that he was chided by his companions. He struggled and struggled in a vain effort to 44
vindicate his life to himself in the light of Dr. Brownlee's charges. "Hang it, what's the matter anyway," inquired Art not unkindly. "You seem all broken up, old pal." "Had a little hard luck the other day's all. I'll be over it in a day or two," said Dick. Slowly the inevitable made its appeal to Dick, so swallowing his pride in the best manner possible, he finally determined to prove his worth to Dr. Brownlee. He was too proud to ask his father or his father's friends for work, so seeking a paper he searched the columns for situations which an inexperienced man could fill. This one he found: WANTED—Teamsters to haul gravel at $2.00 per day. Teams supplied. Apply at office 807, Smith Bldg. Dick had been hoping to find something good. His anticipation had been raised to a high pitch and it seemed cruel that it should be dealt such a blow. "I couldn't take a job like thatof course. How would it look to see a millionaire's son hauling gravel!" He laughed bitterly at the thought. Then the night — that he had taken Dorothy for the ride came to his mind and he remembered how happy he had been and how he had thought nothing could mar "Dorothy's only answer was a low murmer of Joy, as she raised her shin- their happiness. lug eyes to the eyes of Dick above." All at once it seemed that the Warrington in him spoke and immediately he turned his steps toward the office to which he was directed by the ad. He determined to apply for the job. The application was accepted and he was instructed to walk a mile out of the city to the gravel pit where further orders awaited him. Dick walked briskly along, at times gay and at times bitter as he thought of his new venture. But his resolutions never failed. When he found the boss, Dick was given his team, a pair of mules, small, indeed, when compared with the huge horses some of the other men were driving. "They're small, but they're all there when it comes to pulling," said the boss. "They can produce," thought Dick. With surprisingly few instructions for one so ignorant of all kinds of work, Dick and his mules soon became known and respected among the men. Dick was easily able to hold his own in every experience. Thanks to his athletic habits, the soreness in his muscles disappeared after the first few days and Dick gained a faint sense of the satisfaction to be found in honest toil. As he worked with his little mules day after .day, he was surprised at his admiration of the sturdy creatures, who were able and willing to do much more than their share of the work. The sun beat down fiercely on the men as they worked, and except for an occasional sentence the only sound was :that of the thump, thump of the gravel as the wagons slowly filled. By clever maneuvering and scheming Dick was able to keep his work secret from his friends. Art saw him several times and asked what he was doing, but Dick always -put him off with an evasive answer. If he had only been able to see Dorothy a few times! But no! he would show Dr. Brownlee that a man can do what he wills. In the meantime he was miserable, and it had been only two weeks since his interview with the Doctor. 45
As Dick was returning to the pit one hot July afternoon, he stopped at the entranct to get a greatly desired drink of fresh water. While there he noticed a familiar-looking automobile approaching along the road that ran north of the pit. He soon recognized it as Dr. Brownlee's and wondered what business could bring him there. When the machine got almost opposite Dick, it suddenly dropped into a mud-hole left by a recent rain. Vainly the machine tried to proceed on its way, but it was soon evident that help from some other source would be necessary. "The mules! Just the thing," thought Dick. "They will pull him out in a hurry." Hastening toward the scene of the mishap, Dick offered to assist and his offer was immediately accepted. In a short time the automobile was on solid ground once more. Dick unhitched the mules from the car andthen the Doctor while thanking him for his assistance recognized him in spite of his overalls and his red bandana. "Well! Well! A gravel pit's the last place I would expect to find James Warrington's son!" exclaimed the Doctor. "Doctor Brownlee, I have accepted your terms and am now preparing myself for civil engineering and construction work by beginning at the bottom and learning to appreciate the attitude of the common laborer. These hardy little mules have taught me a lesson. I have determined that I shall succeed in my profession.- Dick spoke with a new note of manliness in his voice and manner. "And succeed you will, as you well deserve," responded the Doctor heartily. "There is someone in the car whom you would perhaps like to see." Dick turned to the side of the machine and the joy in Dorothy's eyes and the greeting upon her lips was an ample reward for those awful days of torture. Dorothy had heard what Dick had told her father and she understood perfectly. "I shall return to work tomorrow morning," said Dick. "Oh Dick! how much we owe to those dear little mules." "RONDO VILLMELL, '16" ,e,""-••••• rThose hardly little mules have ta ght me a lesson." 46
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Events of Interest CEDAR DAY OUR YEARS ago the faculty decided to set apart a special day, in the spring of the year, when the community and the college could join in a good time. The first attempt was so successful that the observance of "Cedar Day', is now an established custom. It is a day when the classes each perform some stunt for the amusement of spectators. The people of the community are invited to attend and are thus brought into closer touch with the college, and are given more of an insight into our work. Last "Cedar Day," in spite of the fact that it was a disagreeable day, over three hundred were present. A sumptuous dinner was served in the gymnasium. After dinner Mr. Cameron Ross gave the "Cedar Day" oration and speeches were made by representative citizens of the community. In this way "Cedar Day" has become the means of greatly strengthening the bond of friendship betweetnhe college and the community. ORATORICAL ASSOCIATION For several years Cedarville College has been a member of the Intercollegiate Oratorical Association and has always been represented in the Intercollegiate Contest. We have always taken a lively interest in oratory and this year there were six in the preliminary contest. Mr. Cameron McClure was the winner and ably represented Cedarville in the Intercollegiate Contest at Wittenberg College, Springfield, Ohio. THE BIBLE READING CONTEST Dr. C. M. Ritchie, Pastor of the United Presbyterian church, Clifton, Ohio, has offered prizes of three, five, and seven dollars respectively for a Bible Reading Contest. Any chapter of the Bible may be read. Usually a good deal of interest is taken in the contest. Last year fifteen participated; and, as Dr. Ritchie said, there were some in the audience who heard more of the Bible that night than they had heard or read in a year. This year the contest will be held in April, and sixteen will take part. We wish in this public way to thank Dr. Ritchie for the interest he has always manifested in our college, and also for his generous prizes. SENIOR PLAY One of the strongest attractions of Commencement week is the Class night play given by the Seniors. Several times one of Shakespeare's plays has been given with a good degree of success. The play last spring was not a production of Shakespeare's, but a comedy entitled "The College Town." The cast of characters consisted of twenty-four persons. The play was well given and was presented before a large audience. 48 416
Cedarville's Representatives On Foreign Mission Fields Hammond Gorbold Lanning Lanning EDARVILLE COLLEGE is proud of the men and women who are representing her on the Foreign Mission field. They are they who are actively engaged in attending to the chief business of the church in difficult places. A life of service in the church at home among friends, amid the scenes of native land is, indeed, commendable; but to go to a strange land and labor among an unfamiliar people requires grace, faith, and courage. Let honor be given to whom honor is due. Rev. Raymond Porter Gorbold, D.D., graduated from Cedarville College in 1897, and from Lane Theological Seminary in 1902. In 1903, he went to Japan under the auspices of the Presbyterian church. Dr. Wilbur Chapman, the great evangelist, says "Gorbold is the coming man in Japan." We predict that his name will go down in history with those of Livingstone and Paton. Miss Alfaretta Hammond graduated in the class of 1903. She was appointed as a missionary to Egypt under the direction of the United Presbyterian church in 1904. She was home on a furlough in 191 I, and received the Master's degree from her Alma Mater. She is now located in Beni Suef, Egypt, at the head of a large school for girls. Rev. William Waide was ap honor member of the class of 1909. His theological training was obtained at McCormick Seminary, Chicago, where he graduated in 1912. In the fall of that year he went to India under appointment from the Reformed Presbyterian church, where in conjunction with Dr. John C. Taylor, he has full supervision of the work of that denomination. Miss Wilhelmina Edith Mitray-Lanning graduated in 1912. In the spring of 1914, she was united in marriage to Professor Roy A. Lanning, who for four years had been the efficient head of the science department of Cedarville College. In the fall of the same year under appointment by the Presbyterian church, Professor and Mrs. Lanning went to Teng-Chow Fu, Shantung province, North China. The Foreign Mission Board of the Reformed Presbyterian Church can use more men and women. Who will offer their services? 49
DOMESTIC SCIENCE STUDENTS STANDING: Townsley, Holiday, Tarbox, Murdock, McMillan, Burns, Collins, Dean, Baumgardner. SITTING: Boyd, Grindle, Little, Creswell, Bradfute. 011
The Domestic Science Class NYONE paying a visit to the basement rooms of the library on any Tuesday afternoon between the hours of three-thirty and five-thirty wouldfind the less vacillating members of the above-pictured Domestic Science class more or less absorbed in the construction of garments in various stages of completion. There on the left hand side as one enters the room is Eva Townsley, carefully measuring plaits with unrelenting accuracy. Near her is Ellen Tarbox, just finishing an apron so that she may learn to ply the shuttle. Donna Burns, with thread stretched taut between the forefinger and the thumb, and with the shuttle poised at an angle of forty-five degrees, is about to make the fatal thrust. One can hear her mutter, "Is it above or below this time?" On around the irregular circle formed about the sewing table is a chain of busy girls: Cornelia Bradfute, comparing seam with seam; Hattie Turner, bending her head intently over a slowly growing structure; Bertha Dean, passing the time on some entirely hand-made French lingerie; and Pauline Grindle, laboring with some troublesome French knots—for one finds a smack of Paris whereever garments are made. Marie Little and Blanche Baumgardner, the inseparable, are decorating some laundry bags with the branching featherstitch; and Eula Creswell is matching colors and plaids, and planning the right combination of shades to harmonize best with the front of that dress. The circle is closed by Mabel Murdock, who is manipulating a crochet hook, and thus creating an intricate design for a dainty lace edge. Out in the other room Ethel Boyd has the at first almost unrecognizable pieces of a pattern, neatly pinned to a long strip of goods, laid on the operating table. Across from her, Ethel McMillam is similarly employed; while at the other end of the table Dorothy Collins has applied the blade and has left great yawning openings, surrounded by a mere outline of material to show where the pattern formerly lay. From one busy girl to another flits a figure, pulling wrinkles straight here, suggesting a slight change there, picking up a dropped stitch, putting The mark of approval on some dainty workmanship by a "That's fine, now for something else," or suggesting another trial to insure more nearly perfect results. 4. At five twenty-five there is a scurry for wraps, a gathering of needles, measuringtapes, scraps of goods and patterns—a flick of the light—and darkness settles down, and stillness, even more marked because of the busy chatter which had just been filling the room; for in a sewing class one can have the pleasantest sort of a time talking over currentevents and local happenings. 41. 51
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