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---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December
---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER Whatcom, Washington December,
1901
---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December
---------- PHONE. OFFICE 241 PHONE, STORE 251 Morse Hardware Co.
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---------- 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
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---------- 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
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---------- 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.
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1283 Residence Phone 1223
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---------- 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
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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
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— 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
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---------- 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
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---------- ) 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.
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---------- 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-
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---------- 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
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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.
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---------- 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.
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---------- 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
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---------- 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.
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---------- 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
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---------- 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
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---------- 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.
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---------- 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.
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---------- 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