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---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER Bellingham, Washington Monthly
December, 1905
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---------- BELLINGHAM, WASHINGTON Second Semester will open
January 29, '06 f l EW classes will be organized at the opening H»
of the Second Semester, including classes in the common branches and first
grade subjects in addition to the regular subjects of the various
courses of study. PROMINENT FEATURES Two good buildings; new dining hall;
catalogued library; large museum; physical, chemical and
biological laboratories; stereoptican and dark rooms; gymnasium with
dressing rooms and baths; manual training department; large,
well-equipped training school; beautiful auditorium. ADMISSION AND
EXPENSES Text Books are loaned free. Students may enter at any time.
Opportunity is offered to work for board. Library fee is
$10—one-half is returnable. Board and room costs from $3.75 to $4.25
per week. EDWARD T. MATHES, PRINCIPAL BELLINGHAM, WASHINGTON
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---------- PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY BlRNEY GOODHEART Physicians
and Surgeons Rooms i, 2, 3, 4 and 5, Red Front Bldg X-RAY WORK A
SPECIALTY Office 'Phone Maiu 2231 Residence 'Phone 3231 A. MACRAE SMITH,
M. D. Telephone Red 2371 Office, Red Front Building BELLINGHAM, WASH.
DR. C. O. REED PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON PHONES— OFFICE—
Residence, Main 2951 Red Front Block Office, Black 2501 W. D.
KIRKPATRICK, M. D. ADDIE F. KIRKPATRICK, M. D. Rooms 16, 17 and 18,
Fischer Block. Phones—Residence, Black 1462 —Office, Red 44
Office f 10 to 12 a. m. Telephone, Black 835 Hours l 2 to 5 p. m. Res.
Telephone, Black 2231 DR. WILBUR N. HUNT PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON OFFICE:
BELLINGHAM, Rooms A and B, Red Front Block WASHINGTON Office
Hours—9 to 12; 1 to 5; 7 to 8 Office Phone Black 2051 Sundays by
Appointment S. J. TORNEY, M. D. Eye, Ear, Nose, Throat Glasses Properly
Fitted Office, Rooms 18-19 Red Front Building BELLINGHAM, WASH. Offiice
Hours Phones— 10 to 12 a. m. Office, Main 4 2 to 5 p. m. Residence,
Main 3141 F. V. SHUTE, M. D. Physician and Surgeon Office, Rooms 7 and
8, Fischer Block BELLINGHAM, WASH. DR. W. C. KEYES RED FRONT BUILDING
Office Phone Red 832 Residence Phone Red 302 BELLINGHAM, WASHINGTON
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---------- PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY MODERN DENTAL PARLORS DR. O.
C. GILBERT, MANAGER •a 11 m„„i, / xo8 West Holly Street
Holly Block j I 3 0 5 D o c k s t r e e t 'Phone Black 1871 ALL WORK
GUARANTEED Examinations Free DR. C. A. DARLING DENTIST Rooms r8 and 19
Fischer Block Corner Dock and Holly Streets RHONE BLACK 75 BEIXINGHAM,
WASH DR. J. C. MINTON SURGEON DENTIST Rooms 9,10 and 12 Office Phone Red
263 Fischer Block Residence Phone Black 1868 DR. T. M. BARLOW DENTIST
Rooms 3-4-5-6 Phone Black 2651 lighthouse Block Residence Phone Black 2471
Office 'Phone, Red 471 Residence 'Phone Red 694 CHAS. L. HOLT, M. D.
Specialties: Diseases of the Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat Rooms 1 and 2
Fischer Block GEO. B. LUDQQIQ WATCHMAKER AND MFG. JEWELER Will be glad
to see his friends and patrons at his new store. A Fine I lt;ine of
HOLIDA Y GOODS at Prices Sight. Now located at 216 E. HOLLY ST.
BELLINGHAM, WASH. VIENNA BAKERY 6flF 120 Holly Street A. MEY DEN
BAUER Birthday and Wedding Cakes a Specialty W. H. MOCK l gt;ONS
Professional Funeral Directors and licensed Embalmers Slade Block, Elk
St. Telephones: Main 186, Main 3871, Black 292* We carry the largest stock
of funeral supplies north of Seattle Shipping bodies a specialty
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---------- FACULTY EDWARD T. MATHES, Ph. D., Principal,
History and Pedagogy WASHINGTON WILSON, B. L., Psychology and
Pedagogy JOHN T. FORREST, Ph. B., Mathematics FRANCIS W. EPLY, A. B.,
Physical Sciences Miss M. BELLE SPERRY, A. M., English Miss ELNORA BELLE
MILLER, A. B., English Miss IDA A. BAKER, A. M., Mathematics Miss ADA
HOGLE, B. P., Drawing Miss FRANCES HAYES, Reading and Physical Culture
ALEXANDER P. ROMINE, A, B., Bilogical Sciences Miss MABEL M. MOORE, Vocal
Music EDWARD N. STONE, A. M., Latin and German J. N. BOWMAN, Ph. D.,
History Miss TALLULAH LECONTE, Physical Training H. G. LULL, A. B.,
Supervisor Training School Miss EDNA HORNER, Critic Teacher,
Grammar Grades Miss NELLIE A. GRAY, Critic Teacher, 5th and 6th
Grades MRS. ADA WH,SON SMITH, Pd. B., Critic Teacher, 3d and 4th Grades
MISS CATHERINE MONTGOMERY, Critic Teacher, Primary Grades MISS
MABEL ZOE WILSON, A. B., Librarian
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---------- AD VERTISEMENTS Byron Grocery Co. INCORPORATED DAIRY
PRODUCTS AND GROCERIES Our grades of Teas and Coffees are the best. Our
Green Vegetables are fresh daily. Our Butter, Cheese and Eggs— no
better to be found. Our Canned Goods best on the market. Our prices are
right and quick delivery. I BYRON GROCERY CO. I 5 Daylight. Block 'Phone
Main 200 5. 5 1207 Elk Street BELUNGHAM, WASH. 5 £ I T H E
DAINTIEST XMHS GIFTS ARE AT SHERMAN'S jsr BOOKS GALORE ^ HAVE YOUR
TEETH ATTENDED TO BY RELIABLE DENTISTS WHO GUARANTEE THEIR WORK WHATCOM
DENTAL PARLORS DR. CHAS. C. TURNER, MQR. CLOVER BLOCK
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---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER DECEMBER, 1905 A CHRISTMAS
ADVENTURE CARELESS JUNIORS! How did thos vibrations reach the halls for
the wary Seniors to lay hold of? A Junior rush on Christmas eve! There
was no shutting it out. It would come. Had only some faint impulse been
perceived a day earlier some plan of escape could have been invented. But
this very night when the cream (Seniors) of the institution were to have
a cherry time all to themselves, those greedy Juniors had to "butt" in.
Brains were raked and reraked which resulted in an idea—an airy
one. Komura's motor. The folks of Bellingham had waxed conservative
in course of time and were suspicious of any thing tending in an airy
direction, so Komura, whose ancestors had developed the desire of being
somewhat out of reach, found little employment for his aerial vessel. All
his means had been used up in building the contrivance and as luck would
have it, the thing was too large for anchorage on native soil and
wings had to be spread for a world of more space to the east. The night
was foggy and not a shadow was perceptible as the winged car moved
noiselessly over the campus and stopped short near the window of an upper
story. In piled the Seniors in company with an extra amount of victuals.
But whither wend ? A r aw chill permeated the atmosphere and shivers were
prevalent in spite of wraps. "To the crater," was the accord.
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---------- 4 The Normal Messenger The motor now floated in free
air. Below the fog wreathed and twirled in fantastical masses. From half
way up the horizon fell the moon's calm and steady light, while the
little stars flickered uneasily at a greater depth. Here and there hill
tops with clumps of trees showed dimly through the fleecy whiteness, and
in the distance rose bald brows of snowy peaks. The crater is near!
Odorous fumes and a most welcome warmth greet the comers. Where the rocks
are warm but at a safe distance from the fumy caldron, anchor is
cast and the party alight. In a groove among hot rocks a midnight repast
is heated, served and eaten. What a lonely place! Below, old Baker's
sides are still coated with snow. Thither the maidens wend their way for a
coast. One well proportioned young woman tries first. Seated on a folded
mackintosh she starts down a small incline, but slides farther than
expected and lands, near a clump of small evergreens, right into the arms
of a huge bear. The astonished brute only blinks and the heroine neither
screams nor weeps, but lays hold of a coil of rope dropped from above.
The bear now realizes what he is about to lose and reaches out a paw, but
only to clutch a rubber. I t was morning when the party reached home and
there were all the "years" and Juniors too, even the faculty, to welcome
them. Komura's motor is no longer idle. There is no end to coasting
parties. On suitable toboggans they coast down inclines, by ropes they
are brought to higher levels, and at the crater limbs are thawed and bear
steak roasted. NEUTRAL.
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---------- The Normal Messenger 5 BEFORE (A Poem With Words) All
hail to Christmas, our autum vacation, Our long visit home we greet with
glad hearts, We have bravely survived test and examination, For having
escaped, thrill of thankfulness dart Through us making bright all the
world. The fame of the turkey and juicy mince pie Has been shouted in
song and in story, In meter most metric, in picture most graphic Has been
heralded Christmas glory. Through many good things we've been giddily
whirl'd So I will desist. AFTER (A Poem Without Words.)
O-o-o-o-o-o-o-o-h ! R. C. R. SIRIUS Friday, November 10 The Sirius
Literary Society convened in Society Hall for a short program, made
shorter still by the fact that four of the seven numbers on the program
were omitted. Reasons obvious. The critic's report was read in
assembly several mornings later by Dr. Mathes. Need we add that it was not
complimentary ? Friday, November 24 Again the S. L. S. met, this
time prepared to live down the failure of the preceding session and
they more than succeeded. In addition to a very good program, the
chairs were straight, the blinds at a proper angle, the room comfortably
warm. Hallowe'en trash removed, etc. Let me say, in an aside, t h a t a
neat pile of kindling had been prepared as an emergency fund upon which to
call in case of a sudden change in the weather. Y. W. C. A. The progress
of the Y. W. C. A. during the month of November has been very noticeable.
This has been manifested by the increased enthusiasm of the old
members and in the gaining of new ones.
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---------- 6 The Normal Messenger Miss Kyle, one of the four
National Y. W. C. A. Secretaries visited the Association and spent
several days interviewing and instructing the committees, and in lecturing
to the Association in a body. A reception of welcome was given Miss Kyle
by the " Y. W." in the gymnasium on the evening of her arrival, at which
each class in the school performed a "stunt." The "stunts" included class
yells by the First Years, charades, representing song titles, by the
Second Years, selections, beautifully rendered, by the Third Year
Comic Orchestra, a typical Normal class conducted by the Juniors and a
song by the Seniors, which consisted of a solo by Miss Stone and chorus by
the entire class. The Association is planning to send a large delegation
to the Northwestern Conference held at Gearhart, Oregon, next August. They
are also planning to take up systematic Bible study in the near future.
One class is to be conducted by Miss Gray and the other by Miss Sperry.
From the number of girls already enrolled in these classes one may
easily see that they have felt the need of classified Bible study and are
eagerly availing themselves of the opportunity offered them for
such study. The World's Week of Prayer was observed by special meetings
held at mid-day. Great interest was manifested at these meetings and
everyone who attended was helped by 'them. The leaders of the meetings
were Miss Kyle, Mrs. Gibson, Mrs. McCartney, Miss Sperry, and Mrs. Todd.
CLIONEAN LITERARY NOTES When in the course of human events, people
discover t h a t they have certain talents, which heretofore have been
neglected, they find it necessary to develop these same talents. As a
result of this discovery among certain Clionean members about fifty have
with-
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---------- The Normal Messenger 7 drawn and formed two separate
societies, i.e., the Dramatic and Literary. We have full faith, that,
since the membership has been reduced, more effective work will be
accomplished in the future, making impromptu programs become a thing of
the past. THESPIAN Have you heard about the Thespian Dramatic Society,
a band of twenty-five young ladies—chosen from the two large
Literary societies ? Yes, they now exist under the management of the
following officers: President Frankie Sullivan Vice-President Stella Dodd
Secretary and Treasurer Ada Myers Reporter Walda Wall For their first
program a discussion of the earliest dramas and dramatists of China,
India, Greece and Rome was given. In the future it will be the aim of the
society to study the drama from its beginning to the present time
and also to become acquainted literally with some of the famous
persons who have interpreted it. Presentation of scenes from well known
dramas may be given during the Second Semester. BOY'S DEBATING CLUB The
constitution was amended several weeks ago and the amendments went into
effect the first of November. Until then the boys had met every Thursday
evening at seven thirty (7:30), but now the meetings are held every other
Friday. The program rendered at the last meeting was the best the society
has given thus far. Every member on the program did his duty. The society
feels proud of the fact that it won the prize offered by the MESSENGER to
the society having the highest per cent of its members as
subscribers of the paper. At a regular busi-
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officers were elected for the next quarter. Some of these officers are in
favor of a more social time and a special Christmas program or banquet may
be given some time before Christmas vacation. 100 per cent—What we
lack in numbers we make up in proceedings—? SENIORS First in
knowledge First in stunts First to the front in everything. On the night
of all, Hallowe'en, when the fairies, the brownies and gobblins hold high
carnival on the earth, our Seniors' class— bound to be left out of
nothing—decided to entertain in a unique and quite informal
manner, the members of the faculty. Accordingly they met on the
corner of Oak and Garden streets, with their intellectual faces
transformed by masks that were in keeping with the event. Here they
separated and proceeded to "issue their invitations." A few of the
teachers became alarmed at the unusualness of it all and went into secret
quarters, much to their regret when they learned later what they had
missed. Noticeable among the absentees was Dr. Bowman. In some way
the Seniors learned that he was wandering around in the moonlight, on the
summit of Sehome Hill, searching for "nothing" and they did not have the
heart to interrupt the quest. However, the majority of the faculty
were captured and a march for the Normal began. The gentlemen
members were loaded down with the good things that the Seniors had
prepared for the evening's refreshments and the pumpkin pies, cakes and
doughnuts aided greatly in keeping them in the ranks. On the campus the
Seniors and their guests were met by a band of Juniors who made football
rush at them. The Seniors, thanks to the experience and skill of
the gentlemen of the faculty,
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on-rushing Juniors and reached the Normal in safety. The only booty
secured by the Junior class was a bunch of empty shoe boxes that they
mistook for pumpkin pies. Arrived at the building the faculty were invited
to perform some appropriate stunts, the crowning feature of which
was the serving of "tea and small talk" by Prof. Wilson. After this,
refreshments— such as the Senior class only can serve—
were placed before the guests and as the hand of the clock counted of the
weird hour of the Hallowe'en midnight, the spell was broken and the
revellers dispersed. The Senior caps have come. They are dark blue with
the '06 stitched in old gold. The "Beautiful Bellingham" hat pins t h at
were gotten out by the '06 class are ready for the market. They are not
only unique and artistic but are the product of excellent local
workmanship. They are but another expression of that genuine Bellingham
spirit that should animate the being of every resident—
either permanent or temporary—of the city. A partial view of the
town, including court house and city hall is shown, also a view of Sehome
Hill and the glorious Puget Sound sunset over the bay. But they must be
seen to be appreciated — you will find them for sale in all the
leading establishments. The pie and cake sale given last Friday was a
complete success. The only thing that was lacking was a sufficient supply
to meet the demand.. JUNIORS The Junior class with a force of
forty-three girls and THREE boys has been fully organized. Mr. Scannel
was unanimously elected class president; Miss Edith Perkins was elected
vice-president; Miss Hattie Denzel, secretary; Miss Moyer, treasurer; Mr.
Andrews, sar-geant- at-arms.
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---------- 10 The Normal Messenger The Juniors have selected
several jolly class yells as well as class colors. Black and white being
novel and adapted to all color combination was chosen. THIRD YEARS
Members of the Third Year class met October 17, and organized,
electing the following officers: Walter Nichols. President Miss Jennings
Vice-President Miss Cook vSecretary and Treasurer H. F. Smith
Sargeant-at-Artns A good spirit was shown and from appearances the
Third Years will be doing things shortly. SECOND YEARS Sophomore class
colors, Crimson and Gray; class teacher Miss Mabel Moore; officers:
President H. E. Bloyd Vice-President Miss May Call Secretary Miss Mae
McCrait Treasurer Miss Mary Jacohson Basket Ball Manager Miss Francis
Daly Razzle, Dazzle, Bish, Boom, Bah! Sophomores, Sophomores, Rah! Rah!
Rah! There are those who like to lie at the gate of the Sohomores, and
eat of the crumbs that fall from their table. THAT COLONIAL PARTY One of
the most enjoyable social functions of the season was the party given by
the Sophomore class on Saturday evening, November 25. Old
fashioned cozy corners, plants, flowers, rugs, and the class colors,
"crimson and gray," in festoons, lampshades and a beautiful banner
gave to the Society Hall and Y. W. C. A. rooms most unique and pleasing
appearance. The Freshmen offered a prelude to the evening's fun by
kidnapping the president of the Sophomore class, but he managed to
escape by means of a friendly trunk rope and a second story window
and arrived at the
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assist in welcoming the guests of the class. The quaint costumes and
merry laughter of youth as the young people entered enthusiastically
into the old fashioned games carried us back to the dear old days of our
great-great- grandparents and to those first thanksgiving days. At
10:30 the doors of the Y. W. C. A. room were thrown open revealing a long
table presided over by members of the class, and bearing in its center an
immense punchbowl, filled with old fashioned sweet cider, and piled
high on either end with apples, nuts and doughnuts. Then toasts and wit
held carnival until the lights were turned low and a thrilling "ghost"
story, recited by the class president concluded the evenings
entertainment. Very reluctantly we bade our hosts goodnight.
"CHUCK-A-NUT" Bright and early Saturday morning (Nov. 4th) Miss Le
Conteand ten other girlsstarted on a delightful little trip. Dressed in
their blue and white suits and with their lunches strapped on their backs
they left South Bell-ingham and were, before many minutes, climbing Mt.
Chucknut. After two hours of puffing and blowing the band of "Alpine
climbers" reached, not the "jumpingoff place," but the place from where
one of the grandest views of the northwest can be obtained. By the time
the girls had gazed to their hearts content at the beautiful scenery, and,
at the same time, had satisfied their hunger, to some degree, it was
suggested that those present should form a club. And so, on the top of
Mount Chuckanut the first tribunal of the C. C. C. was held. The following
officers were chosen: Chief Official Adviser, Chief Mock-a-Mock, Chief
Pathfinder, Chief Hiker, Chief Fanner, Chief Puffer, Chief Mender, Chief
Router, Chief Skirt-checker, Chief Water Carrier, Chief Scribe and Little
Chief, The Mascot.
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---------- 12 The Normal Messenger THE NORMAL MESSENGER
Published Monthly by the Students of THE STATE NORMAL SCHOOL BELLINGHAM,
WASHINGTON Press of EDSON IRISH, 1311 Railroad Ave. EDITORIAL STAKE
SARAH L. VAN REYPEN, '06 - Editor-in-Chief PEARL PEIME, '06 Locals LUELLA
WHITAKER, '06 - - - - Senior and Alumni ROSALIE ROURKE, '06 Sirius
MILDRED WILSON, '06 Clionean EVA MYERS, '07 Y. W. C. A. WALDA WALL, '08
Dramatic NELLIE APPLEBY, '07 Athletics ANDREW ANDERSON, '07 - - - Boy's
Debating Club and Business Manager TERMS—FIFTY CENTS A YEAR
Address all communications to the Editor-in-chief, Bellingham, Wn. Issued
the 15th of every month. All copy must be in the hands of the
editor-in-chief on or before the 9th of the month. Entered December 21,
1902, at Bellingham, Washington, as second-class matter, under Act of
Congress of March 3,1879. Vol. V. DESMBERTIW NO?2 EDITORIAL Who does not
admire the man who can come before an audience and give them, in a clear
unhesitating manner, his opinion on the topic under discussion or who can
write his views so that he will not be ashamed to see them in print ?
The attainment of this ease of manner and the ability to express ones
self, is the aim of our literary societies. Four years of thorough
conscientious work in an active literary society, should take away that
fear of the audience, which has probably lost more good causes for want
of advocates than has any other thing, and it should give one a
confidence in himself which will win half the battles of his life.
Let us then be up and doing— ever keeping in mind the fact; that
"The heights by great men reached and kept, Were not attained by sudden
flight, But they, while their companions slept, Were toiling upward in
the night." Jr.-Boys-Chorus—I'se no lady—I'se no baby—
Wonder if I'se a man.
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---------- The Normal Messenger 13 The staff extend to the
faculty and entire student bod}' their best wishes for a Merry Xmas and
Happy New Year. The editress sits in her sanctum, Her brow is furrowed
with care, "Oh what shall I do," she mutters, "I don't consider this fair
I've talked till I'm almost exhausted, I fear that my health will decline
Yet strive as I may, there are students Who, when asked to subscribe,
will decline. Z. I. P. The NORMAL MESSENGER is a paper for the students
and by the students; its success does not depend on the editorial staff
alone, but also on the literary and especially the financial support
given it by the student body. We do not wish the students to feel that
the staff editors desire all the "honor and pleasure" of writing for the
paper. We should be more than pleased to find in the MESSENGER box in the
library, any locals, poems, parodies, stories, essays or other material
that would aid in making the paper a success. LETTERS TO SANTA CLAUS
DEAR SANTA— Please send the Seniors a real live up-to-date boy (a
very handy luxury, don't you know). To to Juniors, some original ideas.
To the Third Years, some loyal ties. (They are so elusive). To the
Soph's, some woolen hose. (They are noted for cold trilbys). To the
Freshies, a "pony" and a rattle. Furs, coats and other articles usually
marked down during the holidays, took a "brace" just before Thanksgiving
and "went up." A noted writer once said that it was the "empty can" that
rattled the loudest. Faculty as well as students beware of the
"noise" you make on the world's stage.
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---------- 14 The Normal Messenger ALUMNI Miss Belle McRae '05
has a position as first primary teacher in Everett this year. Miss Myrtle
Williams, '05, has a similar position in Arlington. Both of these
youngladies visited friends in Bellingham over Sunday. F. W. Rhoades, a
graduate of '03, is now principal at Shelton, Mason county. The school
there has ten grades and a corps of seven teachers. Miss Birdie Winchell,
'05, is teaching a country school near Shelton. Miss Nellie Sweeney, who
attended the Normal during the year 1903, is now superintendent of
San Juan county. Miss Christine Thomle, one of our elementary
graduates, is studying in a medical school in Sweden. Miss Myrl Hays
spent Sunday with her mother and sister. Miss Susie Andrews, '05, visited
with her parents on the south side during Thanksgiving vacation.
Miss Stella Carlson, '05, is teaching at Oak Harbor and Miss Gertrude
Aldridge also of the '05 class, is teaching in her home school at Oso.
Miss Nellie Jones, of '04, is teaching at Ferndale. She is a very thorough
worker in the W. C. T. U. and received special mention at the recent
convention for her earnest efforts in the work. Miss Carrie Risedorph,
'04, is teaching in the Queen Anne school in Seattle. Miss Emily Dodd, an
elementary^ graduate of '05, is teaching the seventh grade at Blaine this
year. It is with deepest regret that we record the death of Miss Mariam
Darwin which occurred at her home in this city several weeks
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---------- The Normal Messenger 15 ago. Miss Darwin graduated
from the elementary course in '04 and has since been teaching in
the city schools, being employed in the Franklin school at the time of her
death. LOCALS Miss Moore, head of the music department, has
arranged for choral practice twice a week at the usual assembly hour.
Rev. Orr Wark spent a day visiting the classes in the Normal and training
departments. Two numbers of the lecture course have been given, and
enjoyed by large audiences. The next number will be given by the
Shakespearean reader. SECOND YEAR GERMAN CLASS Mr. Jones
(translating the following passage from "Wiltelm Hell" "die Herde
schlagt er und den Hirten.") "It strikes the herds and the herdsmen."
Mr. Stone—Give a more poetic translation of schlagt than "strike."
Mr. Jones—"Slugs." Mr. Eply gave a lecture illustrated by lantern
slides at Everson, on Wednesday evening, November 23. Dr. Mathes was
absent from his post on Thursday, November 24, on account of illness.
Several new students entered school at the beginning of the new quarter.
Among them are Mrs. Depew, Charlotte Andrews, Ray Smith and Hanah
Jacobson. Mr. Romine and Dr. Bowman were among the Knights who visited
Sedro-Woolley, Friday, November 24. Miss Hays' oratory class will
soon begin work to be given before the student body. The librarian has
catalogued almost a
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beginning of the school year. Miss Baker, of the department of
mathematics, attended the state convention of the W. C. T. U.,
recently held at Seattle. While in that city she visited Mrs. Blanche
Evans Whithan, former assistant in English, in her charming home on
Beacon Hill. EXCHANGES The "Mirror" certainly reflects an active and
enthusiastic High School and we wish you success. The Academy Journal of
Norwich, Conn., contains, not only some good stories, but also an
editorial, which all patriotic students should heed. Wa-Wa (Pt. Townsend)
from cover to cover you are wide awake. Upon our exchange table may be
found the Bulkley News, The Review, Spinster, Western Independent,
Mankatonian, Gitche Gumee, Comet, Normal Record, Wa Wa, (Puget Sound
Academy), Purple and Gold, (Lewistown), Enterpise, Normal Outlook, The
Pacific Wave, The Hodak, The Legenda, The Pharos—The Tocsin, the
Adjutant, Purple and Gold (Huron College), The College Independent,
and the Evergreen; each of the above, is an up-to-date school
paper—and offer to its readers an opportunity, of acquaintance with
its student body. This should be a school paper's mission—for are we
not all climbing the one hill, Knowledge ? THE ALKISIAH Friday
afternoon, Nov. 4, the christening of the Alkisiah club took place in Miss
Baker's recitation room which had been suitably arranged for the
occasion. The president of the new club presided most charm-
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assumed the shape of a reception with the faculty as guests. The Alkisiah
began life a week earlier with a membership of twenty-five young women,
with the following officers: Miss Whitaker President Miss Peime
Vice-President Miss Green Secretary Miss Long Treasuer Misses Ellis,
Pearl Smith, LeSourd..Program Committee Miss Baker performed the
christening ceremony and set forth the aims of the new club which
are to be along the lines of practical sociology. Miss Dodd gave a
summary of recent political reforms in eastern cities, Miss Smith
rendered the "Four Leaved Clover," and Miss Jennings read a dog story
from Mark Twain. After the program refreshments were served and
speeches requested from the faculty. Those present responded and gave the
new society a hearty godspeed. JUNIOR SOCIAL NOTES On Hallowe'en the
Juniors gave a frolic which proved a great success. After a pleasant
hour of serenading and tricks, refreshments of pumpkin pie and
cream were served at the Dormitory. J-u-n-i-o-r! That's the way we spell
it! Junior! JUNIOR! JUNIOR! That's the way we yell it! Friday, the 24th,
the Junior class gave a chafing dish party in the gymnasium. A merry
evening was spent in nut-racing and story telling. Miss Sloan and Miss
Stanley led the grand march. The party was chaperoned by Miss
Sperry, of the Faculty. Interesting, isn't it, to discover Prof. Romine's
red mittens ? Prof. Wilson's historic ability ? The Senior's originality?
(?) Prof. Forrest: "I remember when girls wore some sort of thing called
'titters/ fast-
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skirts.—Oh! no, I never saw any, but I know how they worked." If
it takes seven yards of oil cloth to make a baby hippopotamus a bathing
suit, how long will it take a cock roach with a wooden leg to bore
through an onion one inch in diameter? What is worse than a woman with a
"waterfall" on her head, a "cataract" in her eye, a "ripple" in her laugh
and a "spring" in her heel ? A man with a "notion" in his head. Heard B.
Fore. Say, Don, how did the girls like the "hand out ? " Ask the
Freshmen how it feels to be left holding the sack. P. S. Some of the
Dormitory girls might be able to shed some light on the subject also.
ATHLETICS The contest for the Kline Cup begins on December 15, when the
first of the series of Inter-class Basket Ball games will be played. On
Saturday the 18th the Snaps and the Snipes played a good game of basket
ball in the gym. Capt. Cory of the Snaps and Capt. Goodell of the Snipes
certainly kept things going. There were a number of fouls called, but the
score of 18 to 11 in favor of the Snaps is evidence of close and careful
playing. Mr. Lull acted as umpire. Indoor tennis will be taken up early
next week. A court has beenformedin the gymnasium and as there are
a number of students who have played tennis before, a contest as lively
as in basket ball is expected. '07. JOKES Mr. R — "What are the
usual characteristics of southern men? " Miss F.—"Lazy and
indolent."
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---------- The Normal Messenger 19 Mr. R.—"Ha! Ha! I'm glad
I see myself as others see me." Miss A. wants to know if days can learn
the multiplication table. Heard in psychology—Miss F.—Do 3'ou
believe, Mr. Wilson, that days can make goo goo eyes? Mr.
Romine—"Some of the heartiest laughs I ever had were at funerals."
How shocking!! '07. Don't forget to buy a Bellingham Hat Pin offered for
sale by Senior Class of Normal School. These Fins can be secured at
several stores in the city. MORSE HDW. 60. I025-J039 ELK ST. The Great
Hardware Store Office Phone Main 35. Store Phone Main 24 Studies are
easier With well fitted glasses. It is just as dangerous to strain good
eyes studying as it is to neglect weak ones. The best optical science
says properly fitted glasses protect, and prevent the eyes from weakening
and thus make study and learning easier. Of course weak eyes should be
attended to at once. Better see us. BERENS' JEWELRY and OPTICAL HOUSE,
The Best Place to Buy Xmas Presents IS AT J. N. SELBY CO.'S Don't
Fail to See Their Excellent Display PHONE RED 1172 207 CLOVER BLOCK:.
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---------- ADVERTISEMENTS - = KERN'S = - PURE ICE CREAM AND
CANDIES WE CATER TO PRIVATE AND PUBLIC PARTIES FANCY ICE CREAM FROZEN
PUDDINGS WATER ICES INDIVIDUAL MOULDS PHONE MAIN 2B81 11B W. HOLLY ST.
ENGBERG'S PHARMACY Corner Elk and Holly HEADQUARTERS EASTMAN'S KODAKS
lt;£ PHOTO SUPPLIES PACIFIC BINDERY J. E. IMPEY, Proprietor
Magazines and Books Bound and Rebound Call and see our new and up-to-date
Bindery WHITEHOUSE B'L'G, W. HOLLY ST. Phone Main 164 BELLINQHAM, WASH.
WE HAVE A FINE SUPPLY OF P Y R O G R A P H Y GOODS ON HAND FOR CHRISTMAS
HEGG'S STUDIO i^sikst THE GAGE-DODSON 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. Dont' forget the place to buy your choice meats. TVE VAN ZANDT
MEAT 00. TURKEYS, GEESE CHICKENS FOR THE HOLIDAYS Phone Main 64 io8 W.
Holly Street
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---------- ADVERTISEMENTS PACIFIC STEAM LAUNDRY ESTABLISHED 1889
BUSIEST, BIGGEST, BEST UDNESS ERHOLM 'Phone Main 126 MARZ FRANK
MEAT, POULTRY AND PISH QUICK DELIVERY Phone Main 2221 1047 Elk St., near
Morse, BELUNGHAM ST. JOSEPHS HOSPITAL BELLINGHflM HEIGHTS RED CROSS
PHARMACY DUDLEY GREEN, Proprietor PRESCRIPTION DRUGGIST PHONE MAIN 119
FREE DELIVERY A. Q. WICKMAN ...The Tailor... Phone Red 1871 a 10 E.
Holly Street BELLINGHAH, WASH.
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---------- ADVERTISEMENTS COLLINS SL CO. DRUGGISTS Headquarters
for HOLIDAY NOVELTIES, XMAS PERFUMES, STILLETO CUTLERY, TOILET ARTICLES
and all kinds of KODAK and PHOTOGRAPHIC SUPPLIES. All students use the
COMPETITOR FOUNTAIN PEN—GUARANTEED—Price, $1.00. 206 East
Holly St. Phone Black 1881 LARSON'S LIVERY TRANSFER WOOD AND COAL
1328-30 Elk St. Phone Main 70 H. I,. Munro £. N. Haskell MUNRO
HASKELL HARDWARE, TINNING PLUMBING, HEATING 1163 ELK ST. TELEPHONE MAIN
12 Bellingham, WasH. H. C. HENRY, Pres. R. R. SPENCER, Vice-Pres. BANK OF
BELLINGHAM (SUCCESSOR TO BANK OF WHATCOM) Interest Paid On Term Deposits
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Vice-Pres. C K. McMillin, Cashier THE FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF BELLINGHAM,
WASH. Capital $100,000 Surplus and Undivided Profits, $30,000 INTEREST
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