1931 Cedrus Yearbook

CEDRUS Philosophic Literary Society T HE Philosophic Literary Society has no rival inthe college, but even though it lacks the stimulus of competition it has enjoyed an active and successful year. Since membership is entirely voluntary, only those with mutual social or literary interest attend the meetings, so that a fine spirit of co-operation results. The officers elected at the first meeting of the year were: President, Marion Hos- ttler; Vice President, "Wilma Curry; Secretary, Doris Hartman; and Treasurer, Eloise McLaughlin. Three freshmen contributed their efforts during the year toward making the society a success: Chaplain Clyde Hutchison, who led the devotions; Ser- geant-at-Arms Joe Finney, who arranged the meeting place and helped serve refresh- ments; and the Reporter, Walter Kilpatrick, whose items in the "College News" column of the local press were timely and well worded. All officers were re-elected for the second semester. The programs consisted of talks, readings, debates, and short stories, as well as vocal and instrumental solos, duets, and ensembles. Some topic is carried through- out each program, and special features are frequently arranged. After• Hallowe'en an impromptu mock trial was held, in which Carmen Frazier was charged with the theft of a traffic sign from a nearby village, but she was acquitted when she pled insanity. At the Thanksgiving meeting appropriate refreshments were served, and the Christmas program was presented at the Christmas party of the student body. An outdoor meeting at the Cliffs was quite successful. Although the members undoubtedly gain practical experience in public speaking which will be of value to them in later life, the chief aim of the society is to have a good time in the living present and those who know agree that the aim was realized. M. H. 0i—so