1901_1201 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER Whatcom, Washington December, 1901 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- PHONE. OFFICE 241 PHONE, STORE 251 Morse Hardware Co. Sporting Goods Pocket and Table Cutlery Standard Sewing Machines Oil and Alcohol Stoves GENERAL HARDWARE 1033-1039 ELK ST. WE GO ON YOUR BOND B.H.SILVER REAL ESTATE AND INSURANCE Fire, Marine, Life, Health, Accident, Liability, Boiler, and Plate Glass Insur­ance. Only the Old Reliable Companies Represented. Farm, City and Timbered Property Bonght, Sold and Exchanged. Manager of Estates. CORNER ELK AND HOLLY STS. PHONE 1514 WHATCOM, WASH. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS WM. GUTHRIE CO. WM. GUTHRIE CO. Plenty and Attractive There are two two distinguishing features of our store. We always carry an abundance of the best. No danger but that you can find just what you want and at the right price. We want to tell you about our fruitful values. In Silks, Dress Goods, Cloaks, Shirt Waists, Dress Skirts and Petticoats, Hosiery and Underwear, Ribbons, Notions, Handkerchiefs, Etc. we search the world for goods and have them here for your selection. Agents for the Famous EXCELSIOR BRAND SHIRT WAISTS. See our PEAU DE SOIE fine Black DRESS SILK, at per yd., $1.00 CHINA SILKS, 25c. WM. GUTHRIE CO. WHATCOM HOLIDAY GROCERIES When Goods or Prices are not Satisfactory, Please Return Same and Money will be Refunded Byron Grocery Co. 124 West Holly Street - - Telephone 2001 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS CENTRAL LIVERY STABLE J. J. LARSON, Prop. BOARDING, FEED AND SALE STABLES, WOOD AND COAL GURNEY AND HACKS AT ALL HOURS. EXPRESS AND DRAYING 1321 ELK ST. PHONE 701 MUNRO, BLflKE HASKELL HARDWARE, TINNING AND PLUMBING Hot Water and Steam Heating Manufacturers of Buckeye Separators and Cone Strainers Sole Agents for Bridge, Beach Co.'s Steel Ranges and Stoves. Myer's Pumps, and all kinds of Sheet Metal work Long Bros. Hardware 218 WEST HOLLY STREET SPORTING GOODS, HOLIDAY SPECIALTIES, BICYCLE SUN­DRIES Universal Steel Ranges and Stoves KEEN KUTTER KUTLERY ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY TELEPHONE 1711 RESIDENCE TELEPHONE 1094 CHAS. L. HOLT, M. D. Specialties: Diseases of the eye, ear, nose and Throat Rooms 1 and 2 Fischer Block. Will visit patients at their homes. Whatcom, Wash. DR. H. J. BIRNEY Rooms 1, 2 and 3, Red Front Building Office Telephone 814 Residence Telephone 813 Offlee Telephone 281 Residenao Telephone 283 W. H. AXTELL PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Office Hours: 11 to 12 a. m. and 2 to 5 p. m. PIKE BLOCK, cor Elk and Holly. WHATCOM, WASH. DR. S. N. KELLY RED FRONT BUILDING Office Telephone 471 Residence Telephone 473 W. D. KIRKPATRICK, M. D. ADDIE F. KIRKPATRICK, M. D. FISCHER BLOCK, ROOMS 16 17. PHONE 1713 A. MACRAE SMITH, M. D. TELEPHONE 1791 Office, Red Front Building WHATCOM DR. FRANK J. VAN KIRK Practice Limited to EYE, EAR, NOSE AND THROAT RED FRONT BLOCK WHATCOM DR. J. C. MINTON DENTIST Rooms 9, 10 and 12 Fischer Block. Office Phone 1283 Residence Phone 1223 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY DR. C. A. DARLING DENTIST Rooms 18 and 19 Fischer Block, Corner Dock and Holly Streets-, PHONE 1315. Whatcom, Wash.. DR. F. J. GEOGHEGAN DENTIST Rooms 4 and 5 Red Front Block Telephone 2261 WHATCOM, WASH, DR. F D. ADAMS DENTIST ROOMS 20 AND 21 RED FRONT BLOCK TELEPHONE 783 D R . O. C. G I L B E R T DENTIST Cor. Dock and Holly Whatcom, Wash. DR. E. E. GRANT OSTEOPATH SLADE BLOCK Office Hours: 9 to 12 a. m., 1 to 5 p. m. Telephone 554 CONSULTATION FREE ELK STREET COAL AND WOOD YARD T T S S t f f" Roslyn and Blue Canyon Coal and Dry Fir Wood delivered to any part of the "**T M — PHONE 1463 WHATCOM Far-Famed, Old Reliable JACOB DOLL PIANOS if You Cannot Af­ford a DOLL, get something cheap­er WILSON A BRIGGS MUSIC CO. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS r The North Pole Is Chill And Whatcom is not in the trop­ical zone. These statements are not startling, but they will help to remind you that it is about time you had a t NEW HOT WATER BOTTLE You want a good one of course. You can get it here. We carry, too, a complete line of Toilet Articles, Sundries, Etc. 1 2 4 B . HOLLY S T . ^ LINN E. J O N E S , Successor to R. C. HXGGINSON • W ^ W V W W W V V V V ^ W W W W W W W ^ LOTHROP BROS. Artists in Photography OLTi? SPECIAL OFFER: AN ELEGANT CRAYON PORTRAIT F R E E With a Dozen of our best Cabinet Photos PHONE 1T03 Reveille Building, Dock Street WHATCOM THE m m BARK 6F WHATOM L. P. WHITE CO. TRANSACTS A GENERAL BANKING AND EXCHANGE BUSINESS Y O U R A C C O U N T S O L I C I T ED LIGHTHOUSE BLOCK WHATCOM gl ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS THE LEADER THE GROWING STORB MILLINERY Our Millinery Stock is New, Bright, Up-to- Date, and in charge of a thoroughly competent trimmer. We've made LARGE REDUCTIONS ON ALL TRIMMED HATS CHRISTMAS SUGGESTIONS The gift giving period will soon be here. Don't postpone until the last moment, but make vour selections early, BEFORE THE RUSH AND WHILE STOCKS ARE COMPLETE. Sterling Silver Ebony Novelties Manicuring Files, Knives, Scissors, Blot­ters, Shoe Horns, Tea Bells, Embroidery Scissors, Paper Cutters, letter Openers, Military Brushes, Hair and Cloth Brushes, Combs. These novelties range from 19c. to $5. Leather Goods Purses, Chatelaines, Music Rolls. Sofa Pillows A magnificent line from 25c. to $g each. Ladies' Fine Neckwear The most extensive line ever shown here. For Gentlemen, We have Fine Neckwear, Gloves, Sus­penders, Shirts, Handkerchiefs, Purses. THE LEADER ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- The Normal Messenger C O N T E N T S History of San Juan Connty. Mrs. A. Anderson 3 From the Office 7 Editorial 9 The Ideal Student 10 The Ideal Teacher 11 Clubs and Literary Societies 11 Much Ado About Rubber Heels 14 Exchange 16 General Items 17 FACULTY EDWARD T. MATHES, Principal, History and Pedagogy JOHN T. FORREST, Mathematics FRANCIS W. EPLY, Physical Sciences WASHINGTON WILSON, Psychology and Pedagogy MISS MITTIE U. MYERS, English and Latin MISS LAUREL HARPER, Drawing MISS FRANCES HAYS, Reading and Physical Culture A. P. ROMINE, Biological Sciences MISS INO PROCTOR, Vocal Music J. N. BOWMAN, History and German MISS H. J. TROMANHAUSER, Supervisor, Training School MISS GERTRUDE EARHART, Critic Teacher, Grammar Grades MISS CORA BRATTON, Critic Teacher, Intermediate Grades MISS CATHERINE MONTGOMERY, Critic Teacher, Primary Grades MISS IDA A. BAKER, English and Mathematics MRS. ADA B. CLOTHIER, Acting Librarian MISS NELLIE A. COOPER, Secretary to the Principal P. W. PIERCE, Custodian of Building and Grounds ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS YOU CAN DO BETTER AT THE FAIR The Largest Assortment of Silks, Silk Waists, Dress Goods, Tailor Made Suits, Millinery In the City of Whatcom One of the Largest and most up-to-date Shoe Stocks in the State. Whatcom's Headquarters FOR STYLISH WINTER WRAPS ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER DECEMBER, 1901 EARLY HISTORY OF SAN JUAN COUNTY MRS. A. ANDERSON (Kulshan Literary Society) FEW sections of this Evergreen State have such an interesting history as the group of islands lying between Vancouver Island and the mainland. These islands are now known as San Juan County, and take their name from that of the largest island. We can have but a dim idea of the adven­tures of the Spanish explorers, and British, Russian, and even American traders that doubtless cruised among these islands. Van­couver's voyage in 1792 is the first of which we have a full written account, but we have reminders of earlier voyages made by the Spanish, in many familiar names; as San Juan, Orcas, Lopez, Guemes, Fidalgo, Juan de Fuca, Rosario, and De Haro. By the treaty with Great Britain in 1848, the United States secured title to what was then known as the Oregon Country; this in­cluded the present State of Washington. In 1853 Washington was made a territory of the United States, and the year following, the legislature organized the counties. The pres­ent San Juan County was then embraced in Whatcom County. Previous to this time settlements had been made on San Juan Island by the Puget Sound Agricultural Company, a British corporation allied to the Hudson Bay Company. As early as 1851, Captain Lafayette Balch, of San Francisco, wished to establish a fishery on ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- ) 4 gt; The Normal Messenger San Juan, but was prevented by the com­pany's agent. But at the time of the organ­ization of Washington Territory there were also a number of American families residing on the island. The Whatcom County assessor, in making his rounds, assesed the sheep belonging to the P. S. Agricultural Company, and was noti­fied by Mr. C. J. Griffin, the company's chief trader, that he was on British possessions. When the tax collector came he was ignored. Thereupon Sheriff Barnes of Whatcom came to the island to collect the taxes. When the company's representatives remonstrated with him and referred to the treaty defining the Oregon boundary, he replied that he was there to collect taxes, not to interpret the language of treaties. As may be imagined, a bitter feeling was growing between English and American settlers. In may, 1855, Governor Douglas of British Columbia sent a protest to Governor Stevens, and a correspondence be­tween the two governments brought about the appointment of an international boundary commission in 1857. The United States government was represented by Mr. Archibald Campbell, and the British government by Captain James Provost and Captain George Richards. They spent months trying to determine the channel meant by the treaty, but could come to no conclusion. Mr. Campbell claimed the channel De Haro as the boundary line, while Captain Provost claimed all the islands west of Rosario Straits as belonging to Great Britain. Thus all of what is now San Juan County was in dispute. In June, 1859, Lyman Cutler killed a pig— " that celebrated pig." This pig belonged to the P. S. Agricultural Company, but Cutler claimed it had been damaging his property, and he refused to go to Victoria for trial. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- The Normal Messenger 5 Violent language was used by both Cutler and the company's agent. Partisan feeling grew dangerously exciting. War vessels were ordered from Victoria and anchored in Griffin's Bay. Soon after, Brigadier-General Harney vis­ited the Sound, and the American settlers presented their grievances and asked for mil­itary protection. He ordered Captain George Pickett from Fort Bellingham to the island. In the night, Captain Pickett landed his soldiers on the opposite side of the island from Griffin's Bay and took a position on a ridge in sight of the British vessels. He was in a position that required great courage. Three British war vessels faced him, demand­ing his evacuation of the island, and though he well knew their forces were vastly superior to his own, he stood firm. It was at this time that an old Indian proved his friend­ship by giving Captain Pickett valuable as­sistance, and in honor of this he has since been known as "Captain George." The situation was reported to the govern­ment at Washington, and General Winfield Scott was ordered to the coast to take charge in person. He was given command of all the military divisions of the Pacific, and instruc­tions to arrange matters so as to avoid a conflict, if it could be done without national dishonor. He arrived October 20, 1859, and in conference with Admiral Bayne, of the British naval forces, an agreement was made under which the island was held in joint occupancy by the two governments until 1872. In 1871 a joint high commission was con­vened in Washington City to adjust the diffi­culty, but it came to no agreement. The question was finally submitted to Emperor William of Germany, for arbitration,—one or the other of the channels to be decided upon as a boundary. President Grant wisely named George Bancroft for the delicate task of pre- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- 6 The Normal Messenger senting our case to Emperor William. Mr. Bancroft worked diligently collecting all pos­sible data bearing upon the subject. E. D. Warbass, who is still a resident of San Juan, rendered him valuable assistance in collecting information. After giving the matter most careful atten­tion. Emperor William decided that the claim of the American government was just. And so, in 1872, the question that had been a source of uneasiness for more than two de­cades was finally settled. Upon this little island, not more than eighteen miles long and eight miles wide, England held her last post on American soil. During their joint occupancy, the very best of good feeling prevailed between the English and the American garrisons; many a good English plum pudding and Yankee boiled dinner had been exchanged between the two. As the old English camp now stands, we find evidence of the last work of the soldiers in a piece of macadamized road about a mile in length. The old blockhouse still stands, and there are ivy-grown rock walls, several old buildings, and the plat of the old tennis court, with here and there old moss-grown steps that lead from one terrace to another. Half way up the side of Mt. Young is the old cemetery. It is almost grown over with young oak, the picket fence all but gone, but by pushing aside the grass and other obstruc­tions, one can still find the headstones of the few graves that go to make up this little spot. There still remains, on the top of Mt. Young, the relics of the "look-out-house," in which some soldier kept his lonely vigil. From this point there is a magnificent view of the sur­rounding country and water. The American garrison was located in the southern part of the island, and while it is not as picturesque as the English camp, it has its "redoubt," and this in a manner compensates ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- The Normal Messenger 7 for the lack of macadamized road and ivy-covered stone walls. The places occupied by the cannons can be seen plainly to this day. At the foot of the redoubt there is a huge boulder on which many of the soldiers'names are carved. Standing lonely out on the plain is the eemetery of the American garrison, with its fence dilapidated, and the date June, 1866, written on the arch of the old gate. Farther south, are the springs, their old troughs al­most covered with earth, and overgrown with water cress. Of the buildings, two houses remain—the others were sold at auction and torn down. Since the organization of San Juan County in 1873, its progress has been steady, but it enjoys the enviable distinction of never hav­ing had a boom. FROM THE OFFICE On September 4th the Normal School en­tered its third year of work. The enrollment was gratifying both with respect to members and the character of scholarship among the students. The school opened the year's work with more than 200 students in attendance, and on November 15th, the actual enrollment in the Normal School was 298. These were divided among the classes as follows: Seniors, 33; juniors, 74; third year, 46; second year, 61; first year, 59; irregular students, 25. The work on the new annex is being pushed to completion as fast as possible. The struc­ture is enclosed, the piping and wiring are done, the plastering is nearly completed and the wood work is all done except the wains-coating and casings. With no further delay, the building will be ready for occupancy in January. An order for 300 volumes for the library was placed November 10th. Also several new magazines were added to the reading room. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- 8 The Normal Messenger The increased attendance has already more than filled the additional room provided during the past summer in the main building. The increased laboratory facilities are also fully utilized. Two classes in physics are be­ing conducted, and each has an enrollment of more than 30. More than 40 students are studying biology, and there will be more than 70 in chemistry during the second semes­ter. All other departments are likewise enjoying large classes. There are 150 students in the various Latin classes. The advanced psychology classes have an enrollment of more than 70, and there are not less than 25 students in every professional class in the institution. The daily program provides for 70 classes, with 56 daily recitations. The regular work for the day begins at 8:45 a. m. and closes at 3:15 p. m. There are, however, two classes that recite after 3:15 in the after­noon. On Monday, Nov. 25, the enrollment reached 300. To celebrate this event, the students will have a big jollification in the new gymnasium Friday evening, Dec. 6. The training school has an enrollment of 145 in the 8 grades. This work is in charge of a supervisor and 3 assistant critic teachers. About 60 students are allowed to do practice work each quarter, and about 80 students observe the work of critic teachers daily. Our training school will enjoy very comfort­able quarters when the annex is completed. An experiment in physics: Given one labora­tory filled with boys, to this add three pretty girls. Now prove that the boys will turn to rubber.—Ex. To ope their trunks the trees have ne'er been seen; Then how do they put on their coats of green? They leave them out.—Ex. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- The Normal Messenger 9 NORMAL MESSENGER Published Quarterly by the Students of THE STATE NORMAL SCHOOL. WHATCOM, WASH. E D I T O R I A L S T A F F. MARY G. BIRD, '03 Editor-in-Chief ASSOCIATE EDITORS HATTIE E PRATT, '02 Literary EDITH CHURCH, '02 Literary HELEN WHITNEY,'05 Local HARRY SHEPARD, '04 Local WINNIE E. PENFIELD, '02 . . . . . . Exchange EMMA K. GRUBER, '03 - - - - - - Club Notes EDSON IRISH, Business Managers. TERMS: TWENTY-FIVE CENTS A YEAR. Address all literary communications to the Editor-in-Chief, Nor­mal School. All business matter to the Business Managers, Whatcom, Wash. Entered at the Whatcom Postomce as second class matter. VOL. III. DECEMBER, 1901 No. 1 The NORMAL MESSENGER begins its third volume with this number. The editors desire that all students feel a lively interest in its success. Subscribe for it. Contribute to its pages. Be prepared to hear the praise or censure it receives. Then it will represent the work of the whole student body and not the efforts of the few on the editorial staff. The editors realize that every student is "nearly worked to death," but who cannot find time for enthusiasm over school enterprises? If each one would help just a little ! With six lively literary societies all work­ing on essays and orations, the MESSENGER should not want for copy. A faculty com­mittee has been appointed to help the editors decide upon the article most appropriate— each society submitting one. Ideal students subscribe for the MESSENGER. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- 10 The Normal Messenger THE IDEAL STUDENT As EXPRESSED BY THE FACULTY He systematizes his time and studies ac­cording to a set program. He takes at least eight hours' sleep. He analyzes his lessons, seeking always for underlying, guiding prin­ciples. He stands on his own feet and doesn't need to be babied. He never poses as a "smart aleck."—F. W. E. He has sympathy—sympathy for ideas, for individuals, for humanity.—M. U. M. He who cares more for thinking than for thought.—J. N. B. The one safe, sure attainable quality is that of attention. It will grow in the poorest soil, and in its own time will bring forth flowers and fruit.—C. A. M. He is not languid, lightheaded, unkind, lackadaisical or careless in mind. Whatever he does, he does it well.—G. E. B. He must possess good nature, enthusiasm, and love of study —I. A. B. He is sympathetic, sincere, industrious— and none of these things can be hammered into him.—W. W. An earnest thinker who is willing to toil and is filled with a desire to gain a thorough knowledge of the subject pursued.—J. T. F. He has a high ideal in life and works intel­ligently for the development of body, mind, and soul, essential forits realization.—F. S. H. Brainy, brawny, and independent.—H. J. T. Iron in her heart, brass in her face, silver in her tongue, gold in her pocket.—C. F. B. His mind is keen, his actions frank, his talk gentle, and his attitude calm.—L. M. H. He who has enough self-control to refrain from whispering and other unnecessary noise. —A. B. C. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- The Normal Messenger 11 THE IDEAL TEACHER As EXPRESSED BY THE STUDENTS The ideal teacher should be as popular as Miss Tromanhauser, as stylish as Miss Burt, as charming as Miss Earhart, as dainty as Miss Myers, as sweet as Miss Baker, as philosophic as Miss Bratton, as logical as Mr. Wilson, as kind as Mr. Forrest, as exact as Mr. Eply, as accommodating as Herr Bowman, as wholesome as Miss Hays, as genial as Mr. Romine, as graceful as Miss Harper, as gentle as Miss Montgomery, as stern as Mrs. Clothier, and as altogether lovely as Dr. Mathes. Such a teacher should possess Dr. Bow­man's hair, Dr. Mathes' forehead, Miss Har­per's eyes, Miss Tromanhauser's dimples, Mr. Wilson's nose, Miss Bratton's mouth, Mr. Epley's chin, Miss Baker's complexion, Miss Earhart's smile, Miss Montgomery's voice, Miss Myer's hands, Mr. Romine's feet, Miss Hays' carriage, Miss Burt's shoulders, Mr. Forrest's umbrella, and Mrs. Clothier's pencil. CLUBS AND LITERARY SOCIETIES AURORA The Aurora is a distinctly literary society. The programs abound with debates, essays, and orations, all of which are of considerable merit. The debates so far have brought forth several excellent debaters who will soon challenge the champion Philomathian debaters. An informal reception was extended to the new members. Refreshments were served, and a general good time was enjoyed. A bulletin board, decorated in burnt work by the artistic hand of Miss Jeanette Baker, now heralds the coming events on the programs. Miss Burt has accepted the position of assistant critic, and is greatly appreciated. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- 12 The Normal Messenger UTOPIAN The Utopian Club reorganized this year with a membership of 50. It is in a very prosperous condition and the members are prepared to do some real literary work as well as have a good social time. Miss Harper, the society critic, is making the Club a great success. The old members gave a pleasant reception \ p the new members. A conversational pro­gram was enjoyed and much candy eaten. One gentleman has been brave enough to join the club. It is hoped his interest will not diminish, and t h a t he will put his shoulder to the wheel and help make the Club a great power in the school. CHXLIC PRES., OLIVE EDENS. FACULTY CRITIC, MISS MYERS Of the six literary societies of the school, not one is superior to the Chilics. Why? Because they have the numbers, the ability, and the critic. KTJLSHAN The curious who wandered into the region of volcanic disturbances when old Kulshan exploded on October 4th, found the character of the emissions very delightful. After a short talk by Mr. Eply, the nature of the eruption was discussed over the tea cups, while the name and stratum of each rock was learned by every other. At subsequent meetings, less violent dis­turbances have taken place, but the lava, though of a different nature, has not been less interesting. Among the boulders sent forth have been a number of essays and de­bates. No blaze of orations has yet been seen, but the dull, steady glow and the low rumblings indicate that their day is not far hence. ALCOTT The Alcotts are hard at work again this year. Friday, October 18th, witnessed a ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- The Normal Messenger 13 splendid banquet given in honor of their new members. Covers were laid for nearly 50. The following toasts were given, Miss May Williams presiding as toastmistress: "The Faculty," Pearl Rogers; "The Other Societ­ies," Helen Whitney; "The Future Prosperity of the Alcotts," Alice Jenkins; " Welcome to the New Members," Ethel Edmunds; " Response in Behalf of New Members," Lena Carstens. Evelyn Kirkpatrick favored the gathering with a recitation, and Edna and Helen Whit­ney rendered a vocal duet. PHILOMATHIAN. The Philomathian Debating Club has a membership of 37 this year, and would have had 38 if William G. had not deserted. Dr. Bowman, the faculty critic, has taken great interest in the work of the Club and the achievements of the individual members. Some much needed changes have been made in the constitution and by-laws, and altogeth­er the Club is on the road to prosperity. Y. w. c. A. The Y. W. C. A. has been most gratifying so far. Some thirty new members have been admitted into the Association. The weekly meetings held every Friday noon are well at­tended, and are marked for their spirituality. Several excellent musical numbers have been rendered at these meetings. The Bible class, which meets every Thursday with Miss Myers, is studying the Old Testament characters. The week of prayer, from November 10th to 17th, was observed by special meetings during the week and on Sundays. Miss Woodin, '01, ex-president of the Association, led the meeting on November 10th, at the Baptist church. Rev. Evans delivered an able sermon to the young women on Sunday evening, November 17th, in behalf of the Association. A feeling of renewed vigor and power has been the outgrowth of the week of prayer. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- 14 The Normal Messenger The Association has large plans for the year, one of which is the furnishing of a rest room. The execution of this project is a matter of universal interest. A letter from India concerning the welfare of the Association's charge was received re­cently. The little girl is prospering. The Y. W. C. A. is the only spiritual index of a school. It should therefore receive the hearty support of every Christian or spirit­ually- minded person. CECIUAN MUSIC CLUB. The Cecilian Music Club organized under the direction of Miss Burt. It consists of members who sing—as to how much, the pub­lic will soon have an opportunity of judging, for it is the purpose of these devotees of Cecilia's art to give two cencertsayear. The first of these concerts will probably be given in January. The following are the officers: President, Emma Gruber; secretary, Jessie Lawrence; treasurer, Laura Sweet; custodian, Carrie Masterson. MUCH ADO ABOUT RUBBER HEELS I'm the cat they keep down in the base­ment to catch mice. I've always wanted to attend a faculty meeting, and the other even­ing I did. Just as I got into the private office I heard Dr. Mathes saying, "Are we all here? Mr. Eply, ring the bell again." Dear me— I'll never forget the way Mr. Eply said, "I'd like to know if three-fifteen means four o'clock." But he pressed those electric buttons so hard the tardy teachers came in immed­iately. Then there were so many teachers in the room I could hardly find a safe corner. One large pair of tan shoes almost crushed me. It was quite a while before I could deter­mine what the meeting was about. Dr. Mathes tried three times to state a question ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- The Normal Messenger 15 t o them, but each time someone wanted to talk to him over the telephone. He answered the third one just as pleasantly as the first one—I wish I had his patience. But the fourth time he began talking, nothing interrupted him, and I found the meeting was to discuss whether students should be required to wear rubber heels on their shoes, and if the school should furnish the heels, Mr. Eply was the first to speak. "Do you know," he said, " t h a t ' s just what I've been thinking." Then he poised his head on one side and looked around at the other teachers. "It seems to me it would be a de­cidedly good thing," said Miss Tromanhauser, "then those Silence signs in the halls would mean something." Then Mr. Rominestraight­ened up, "Well now, I'm not so sure about it, we must remember that rubber is very elastic. Take into account the elastic proper­ties of rubber—with both rubber heels and rubbernecks wouldn't there be some danger of the student's getting beyond our reach? " Everybody smiled but Mr. Forrest; he must have had his thoughts somewhere else. When he saw all the others looking at him, he asked if a forty-four calibre would be too large. But before anybody could answer him, Miss Burt began talking. "It would be a fine thing; gives such a harmonious sound. Why, I've even known " But just then Miss Hays grew enthusiastic; " I t might produce a more uniform carriage. The girls with the kan­garoo pose would perhaps " But Miss Harper was becoming impatient—"It seems to me they are decidedly ugly things! " Then Mr. Bowman grew interested; "How would it be to decorate them in some way. Say per­haps an Egyptian frieze—or, likewise, a Greek fret." But Miss Earhart calmed him with, "0, don't fret, it will be easy enough for any of them to get the freeze." Mr. Bowman wanted to say something else, but just then Mr. Wilson began. " I think the school should furnish them, then they will be uniform." Just then Miss Cooper opened the door and ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- 16 The Normal Messenger announced, "A book agent—taking the cen­sus of all the teachers on the Coast." " 0 my!" ejaculated Miss Earhart, "don't let him in here, we've none to spare! " I'd like to know where he gets his authority!" demanded Miss Myers, " I 'm not going to tell any man my age unless he has a lawful right to know i t ! " Miss Montgomery moved closer to Miss Myers. Miss Bratton sugges­ted that the agent be requested to wait until faculty meeting was adjourned. "And I have a meeting with the Alcott program committee yet tonight," added Miss Baker. The}' finally settled the matter and decided to adopt rubber heels. "I'm relieved to have this matter off my hands," said Dr. Mathes. "Of course we shall have to wait two years for the next appropriation, but it is well to have such matters settled in season." Someone opened the door then, and I ran out before the large tan shoes began walking around again. EXCHANGE Owing to the fact that the Exchange column is a new venture with us, we have but a small number of exchanges. We appre­ciate those we have, and welcome heartily all new ones. Ye Recorde has not yet appeared. For good, solid thoughts, read the Colfax Collegian. The Kodak is a bright little paper full of bright jokes. We recommend the Evergreen in its grow­ing success as a paper. The Wa Wa is another bright paper. An especially good article was "Whitewash." What is the cause of the grand rush in the library every Tuesday ?—The Pacific Wave. We have failed to receive the Whims and the Tahoma, but we believe they are fine, as usual. A breezy, up-to-date paper is the Pennant. We, too, believe that it "is well worth read­ing from cover to cover." We take a lively interest in The Kilikilik of Heidelberg University, for our President and likewise Dr. Bowman are graduates of that institution. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- The Normal Messenger 17 GENERAL ITEMS Miss Nellie Van Curren is teaching at Laurel. Miss Bertha Kale has charge of the Everson school. Clara Downey is traveling with her father in Europe. " To grow, not to groan," is the motto of the observer. Some of the Juniors have invented a new Hildebrand scale. Miss Minnie Walling is teaching at Haller, Snoho­mish Count}'. Virgil Frits has been compelled to leave school on ac­count of illness. For antedeluvian fossils see the geology class—Mr. Romine, manager. Miss May Pill man and Grace Powers are teaching in the Everett schools. Carrie Masterson has at last solved that perplexing problem—perpetual motion. Albert and Raymond Bumstead are engaged in ship­building, on Lummi Island. Mr. Romine is engaging his leisure moments in pre­paring a vocal solo for assembly. Why are Normal students like the moon ? Because they get around to the last quarter every month. You must wake and call me early, call me early, mother dear—for I've four observations to write. Why does Mrs. Clothier object to the students carry­ing money in the library ? Because money talks. The new gymnasium is now completed. Though no basket ball teams have as yet been organized, there will soon be several. Guy Taylor has accepted a position in the southern part of the state, as superintendent of construction work on the Northern Pacific. New teacher: "My name is Miss Bray, dear." Turning to the class—"Children, do you all know my name?" Children, "Yes, Miss Braydear." The Juniors number seventy-four at present. The class officers are: Pres., Win. G. Osborn; Vice-pres., Low Dobler; Sec'y and Treas., Belle Williams. At assembly hour, October 30, Prof. Colgrove of the State University, gave an interesting talk upon the work of the George Junior Republic. It was thoroughly en­joyed by everyone. Every student now has someone to whom he may go with his troubles. The whole student body has been alphabetically grouped,each group being given a member of the faculty as adviser. Misses Minnie Shumway, Freada Berger, Olivia and Clara Warriner, Fay Sivits. Bertha Maupin, and Messrs. Claud Jeffries and Walter Nichols are teaching in differ­ent districts of Whatcom County. Miss Queenie Rickard entertained the following at her home in Fairhaven: Misses Bertha Kale, Edna Whitney, Nellie Van Curen Katharyn Stearns, Nettie Sisson, Myrtle Kale and Helen Whitney. Misses Ethel Siders, Allie Muldoon, Gertrude Bell, Lillie Buckles, Hattie Thompson, Carrie Risedorph, Elsie Moore, Grace Hardy, Gyneth Knight, Sarah Peter­son, Olive McGinnis, are teaching in King County. The Senior class have organized with a membership of thirty-three. The following are the class officers: President, Charles Orson Currey; Vice-President, Eva Comegys; Secretary, May Gilligan; Treasurer, Laura Doerrer. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- 18 The Normal Messenger The Lecture Course, as arranged for this year, will include numbers from the following: Rev. Robt. Mc- Intyre, December, 1901; I^enora Jackson Concert Com­pany, March, 1902; Geo. R. Wendling, April, 1902; Ida Benfey, May, 1902; Robert J. Burdettee, May, 1902. A novel "fad" party was given in honor of the Seniors by their president, Mr. Currey. Each member represented his pet fad by dress or speech. To the one who guessed but two of the fads, a large butcher knife was awarded, with which to sharpen his dull wits. As busy as they are, some of the students have found time to organize a Camera Club. The officers are: Pres., Mary Bird; Secretary and Treasurer, Mable Copeland. About February they will exhibit some of their best work in the photograph cabinet on the second landing. Mr. Eply and Mrs. Mathes act as critics and general advisers. The people of Whatcom feel a kindly interest in the welfare of the Normal School and its students. This is manifested by the great number of homes that have opened their doors to students, and by the numerous re­ceptions tendered them by the different churches. As. Rev. Evans said, "even the nails in the sidewalks rush up to greet us." And "Normal Students half price," is becoming fondly familiar. One small boy in the primary department has sung a number of his songs to his long suffering family, but as "all tunes look alike to him" there is no variety except in the words when he announced recently that his new teacher had taught the class a new song, his father asked, "Is it the same tune?" "No, Hun toon,'* was the response, showing that at last he has learned that there is variety in tunes. Some of the pleasant events enjoyed this fall were the geology excursions. Those most to be remembered are the climbing of Mt. Chuckanut; the inspection of the oil well; the afternoon on the beach; the visit to the stone quarry for fossils; and the voyage to Smuggler's Cove, Lummi Island, on the little gasoline launch Anglo Saxon. Several valuable pictures were taken by the amateur photographers in the crowd. May (Soliloquizing in German.)- "Ich, meiner, mir, mich, Du, deiner, dear, Dick." O the crumpled bits of paper, sifting, drifting, as a vapor, In many a quaint and curious patch our campus o'er and o'er. Visions of departed lunches, will ye rise in wrinkled bunches, Flap and flutter, with your butter, On our campus evermore ? One of our bright Juniors was displaying her skill in logic, thus: Nothing is better than the Seniors. The Juniors are better than nothing, .'., the Juniors are better than the Seniors. But while she was amusing her friends, her lesson plans were being neglected. But she easily satisfied her own and other's minds. Nothing is more important than lesson plans. Joshing is more important than nothing, .*., Joshing is more important than lesson plans. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS THE GLOBE CLOTHING Co. DAN McCUSH, M'G'R Headquarters for MEN'S and BOY'S CLOTHING FURNISHINGS, HATS 4 GAPS Grand View Block Holly Street gASTON THE Art Jeweler Variety ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS gt; Chatelaine Bags We have the best and largest as­sortment in the city; also, a very big stock of Ladies' Purses. We can suit you in both price and quality. Don't fail to see our stock of Brushes, Hand Glasses, Perfumes, Fancy Toilet Soaps, Etc. «w gt;wi«*T CHRISTMAS GOODIES That make the mouth water with visions of a table laden with a brown and toothsome turkey, with cranberry sauce and white, crisp sprays of celery; pies made from our delicious mince meat or canned fruits, plum pudding, stuffed dates, layer figs, cluster raisins, nuts, imported cheese, exquisite coffee, and a choice after dinner cigar. Let us fill your order. We have the choicest Holiday Groceries. IRELAND PANCOAST Telephone 601 Holly and J? Streets ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS J.N. SELBY CO. SCHOOL SUPPLIES, BOOKS, STATIONERY Headquarters for HOME LIBRARY BOOKS and Art Goods PHONE 1784 1244 HOLLY Street HEGG the Photographer Views, Picture Frames and Easels At Reasonable Prices Telephone 1155 - - - - 1355 Elk Street PRINTING Engraved Cards Calendars Advertising Novelties OFFICE STATIONERY That is Strictly Up-to-Date EDSON IRISH 1311 Railroad Avenue BELLINGHAM BAY PUBLIC LIBRARY AND FREE READING ROOM Corner Dock and Magnolia streets. Open daily, except Sunday, from 2 to 6 p. m., and from 7 to 10 p. M. MRS. C. T. Canfield, Secy. Mrs. E. W. Purdy, Pres't. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS PIANOs Larson's Music Store D. J. McARTHUR, Notary Public H.D. McARTHUR D. J. McARTHUR SON Real Estate, Loan, Insurance and Rental Agents ELK S T R E ET WHATCOM SHERMAN'S 110 HOLLY ST. W. PHONE 1204 Complete line LATEST BOOKS, ART NOVELTIES, c, for the HOLIDAYS. CASCADE LAUNDRY DAVIS NEVINS, PROPRIETORS Fifteen Years* Experience We solicit a share of your patronage and guarantee our work to be First Class TELEPHONE 1425 WHATCOM MARYOTT SWIFT B. B. POULTRY AND FISH MARKET Wholesale and Retail Dealers in Poultry, Poultry Supplies, Fresh and Cured Fish — Breeders of Buff Plymouth Rocks, Bufi Leghorns, and Eggs in Season—Agents for Prairie State Incuba­tors and Brooders, Pacific Poultryman and Reliable Poultry Journal. 1757 Holly Street PHONE 1166 Whatcom HELLO! CENTRAL! GIVE ME COX BROS.' LIVERY PHONE 1401 "The Singer is Best" Needles and Supplies for all Machines. Old Machines Repaired. Machines Sold on Easy Payments. The Singer is the cheapest machine, values considered, of any on earth. OPPOSITE ROTH BLOCK TELEPHONE 1114 B. A. WELBON, M'g'r. Northwest Business College Teachers, in their preparation for teach­ing, will do well to in-clude a knowledge of Business, as taught in a good Business Col-lege. Our Course is Practical. Write for terms.. AUG. WILSON, Prop. Residence, 2404 F street, Whatcom, Wash. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- BUSINESS DIRECTORY GEO. C. FISHER, H. W. BATEMAN Notary Public BATEMAN FISHER Real Estate, General Insurance, Loans ROEHL BLOCK Telephone ion WHATCOM, WASH. CENTRAL MARKET PELL MARZ, PROPS. WHOLESALE AND RETAIL DEALERS IN Beef, Pork, Veal, Mutton and Lamb, SHIPPING SUPPLIED. Salt Meats, Game in Season. Elk St., near R. I. Morse . . . . Whatcom, Wash THE PRINCIPAL BARBER SHOP Orand View Block THE LIGHTHOUSE BARBER SHOP PARNUNQ BROS., Props. HOT AND COLD BATHS HOLLY STREET EAST WHATCOM WHOLESALE AND RETAIL Fresh, Smoked and Salt TWO MARKETS NOLTE BROS. zosX Holly St- Bast 80s Holly St. West Phone 861 Phone 981 CHRISTMAS PRESENTS FOR ALL We have one of the finest and best selected stocks of WATCHES, JEWELRY AND NOVELTIES In Whatcom, and can save you money. It will pay you to give us a call KI^INB BROS., M'Pg Jewelers and Opticians 124 Holly Street East, Whatcom, and 1108 Harris Avenue, Fairhaven PACIFIC STEAM LAUNDRY ESTABLISHED 1889 FIRST-CLASS WORK GUARANTEED MEATS UDNESS A ERHOLM. PROPS. TELEPHONE 1183 PHONE 1203 1215 R. R. AVE. J. C. PARKER BINDING AND PRINTING Work Carefnlly Done Prices Right Record, Journal, Ledger, Time Books, Shingle Mill Blanks on Hand. Whatcom County Directory on Sale Here WHATCOM, WASH. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS. Bellingham Bay Grocery Co. Incorporated Just Received a Large Shipment of Raisins, Currants, Citron, Mince Meat, Nuts and Candy for the Holiday Trade Special Attention and Wholesale Prices Given Churches for Christmas Entertainments TELEPHONE 821 112B-1131 ELK ST. WHATCOM CHRISTMAS NOVELTIES Rich Imported Vases, Atom­izers, Military Brushes, Real Ebony Goods, Fine Purses and Leather Goods, Roger Gal-lett's Perfumes HUYLER'S AND LOWNEY'S CANDIES Don't Fail to See Our Elegant Display DeCHAMPLAIN GRAHAM Cor. Dock and Holly Sts. THE OWL PHARMACY A. G. WlCKMAN The TAILOR 1345 HOLLY ST. WHATCOM, WASH. THE MOST COMPLETE ASSORTMENT OF LADIES' FINE SHOES IN THE CITY G. F. RAYMOND 110 EAST HOLLY STREET WHATCOM ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS SALTED PEANUTS ALWAYS FRESH 20C. PER LB. We Handle FANCY CHEESE in Jars—JAMS, JELLIES, WAFERS, Sweet and Plain Lateness and Up-to-Dateness WILSON, NOBLES BARR TELEPHONE 881 120 HOLLY ST., EAST The McDOUGALL-GAGE CO. Sell Standard Goods Hart, Schaffner Marx Fine Clothing, Monarch Shirts, Perrin Dent's | Gloves, and High Grades of Men's Furnishings FISCHER BUILDING COR. DOCK AND HOLLY STS. TONTINE CONTRACTS Are paid the same as Life In­surance, but you do not have to die to realize on them CALL ON DELL COOPER 124 Holly Street, East Whatcom ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS Diamonds Watches Jewelry Cut Glass Don't Wait Until its Time To Cut The Christ­mas Trees Before You Buy Your Xmas Present First Come First Choice Jewelry Sterling Ebony Souveniers Birthday Rings "Our stock is yours to see and examine freely without in­curring any obligation to purchase." Is our Optical Department we will examine your eyes and fried the leases for yon tile same day. BEREN5' JEWELRY AND OPTICAL HOUSE 104 E. Holly St., Whatcom ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- ON TOP WITH A FULL LINE OF HOLIDAY GOODS FOR THIS CHRISTMAS SEASON Toys, Games, Books, Etc. Pretty pieces of Chinaware, Chairs, Rockers, Dressing Tables Chevals, Desks, Bookcases, Rugs, Curtains, Table Covers, Etc. We have a Splendid Assort­ment for your Chosing ... B. B. FURNITURE CO. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- Christmas Gifts for Gentlemen We are showing a great display of useful and suit­able gifts for Gentlemen. We would suggest any of the following articles: Housecoats - - $4 to $12 Dressing Gowns and Bath Robes - $5 to $10 Silk Mufflers - - 75c. to $2.50 Silk Umbrellas - $2 to $10 Gloves of the best makes $1 to $3 Linen and Silk Initial Handkerchiefs Suspenders, also Sterling Silver Buckles - 75c. to $3 Pajamas - - $2.50 to $4 Canes - - - $1.50 to $5 Dress Suit Cases - $5 to $12 Hand Bags - - $1.50 to $10 Trunks, Etc. We are the only House in town showing HIGH-GRADE NECKWEAR m REDTRONT WHATCOMPPPPP