1915 Cedrus Yearbook

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 down- stairs 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. Mc- Chesney. 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