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- 1899_1201 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- / THE NORMAL MESSENGER December, 1899 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- The TWENTIETH CENTURY Demands many changes. This is the reason (and it is also the season) you should come to MONTAGUE 1HCHUGH'S Large Dr
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1899_1201 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- / THE NORMAL MESSENGER December, 1899 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- The TWENTIETH CENTURY Demands many changes
Show more1899_1201 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- / THE NORMAL MESSENGER December, 1899 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- The TWENTIETH CENTURY Demands many changes. This is the reason (and it is also the season) you should come to MONTAGUE 1HCHUGH'S Large Dry Goods House They will be happy To make you happy by showing a way to Ring out the Old, Ring: in the New. 5 They have everything to make this desirable exchange. Headquarters for Normal School Supplies. Call on them at the Corner of RAILROAD AVENUE and HOLLY STREET, New Whatcom, Wash. »i*;**** *!** gt;!**. ******** ******** ******** ******** ******** ******** ******** *£*********************•********** ************** ******** ******** »**»***» 1 THE | I BELLIGHAMBAY g 8 IMPROVEMENT f I COMPANY I Have for sale, on easy terms, « § ** I Sites for Homes | § . . §s 5| The most desirable locations near g » the Normal School Grounds. « | LUHBER FOR BUILDING | » §* I ** I ELECTRIC LIGHTS, the Most Convenient, g Safest and Best. EDSON IRISH, PRINTERS, NEW WHATCOM. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- The Normal Messenger CONTENTS. "Truth and Love" the Watchword of the Teacher. Jane Connell 3 The Class Room 8 Editorial 12 Lullaby, (Poem). •. Ella Higginson 14 Suggestions for Art Expression for Training Classes. Avadana Millett 15 Literary Notes 19 Our Colors, (Poem). Clara Ellen Tarte 25 Items—Personal and Otherwise 25 — F O R — ANYTHING NEEDED FOR THE SCHOOL ROOM WHETHER Furniture, Apparatus, Teachers' Helps or School Supplies Address J. N. SELBY CO. 1566 HOLLY STREET NEW WHATCOM, WASH. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- AD VERTISEMENTS Best Supplementary Reading AND TEACHERS' HELPS FIRST GRADE iEsop's Fables, Vol. I., *30, 40 Nelson's First Science Reader *25,' 30 Primary Friday Afternoons ' f2$ Songs and Song Games f 25 Hiawatha, Teacher's Edition -(-25 SECOND GRADE Pied Piper t , 5 j *25 Easy Problems -(-2c Three Little Lovers of Nature ... * 2 5 , 35 Norse Gods and Heroes f2o', *2$ Nelson's Second Science Reader. #25, 30 Victor in Buzzland j-20^ *25 THIRD GRADE Aunt Martha's Corner Cupboard *3o, 50 Child's Study of the Classics ' * 4 0 Story of Lafayette -(-20, 35 Legends of the Red Men's Forest ^25, 35 Cat Tails and Other Tails -(-25,' 40 Cooke's Nature Myths #25' 35 Our Friends, the Birds *40,' 50 Strike at Shane's f20, 25 FOURTH GRADE Our Gold Mine -f-20, 30 Black Beauty . |2 o . ' 30 Nameless Stories #25 Stepping Stones to Literature No. 4 70 Story Composition +2c Heart Culture, Part II ...........' 30 Study of Evangeline -j-j^ 2$ American Hist. Stories. *40, 50 FIFTH GRADE Cortez, Montezuma and Mexico 35 Lives of the Presidents #40, 50 Term's Study of Longfellow ' ' f 15 Friday Afternoons |25 Great American Industries *35, *$0 Common Sea Forms ' $0 Talks About Authors f-?o 60 Heart Culture, Part I I I '...'.. . ' . ' ' . ' . ' " " " . . . ' 30 SIXTH GRADE Ellis's History Stories go Stepping Stones to Literature, No. 6 70 Early History Stories #40, 50 Epochs in American History *40 ' 150 Term Study of Whittier '.'..! . 7 . ' fi5 Heart Culture, No. 4 '' 40 SEVENTH GRADE Stepping Stones to Literature, No. 7 70 Grandfather's Chair ". *6Q Pizarro . . . . . .*4o, 50 Evangeline -f-20, 25 Lady of t h e Lake , J20' 30 * Board binding; | Manilla binding. Money should accompany the order with 10 per cent, added for postage. Address, J. N. SELBY CO. (See page 31.) NEVi WHATCOM, WASH. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER DECEMBER, 1899 "TRUTH AND LOVE," THE WATCH­WORD OF THE TEACHER JANE CONNEU, lt;7 WEDEN'S profound philosopher and mys- *J tic, Emanuel Swedenborg, more than a hundred and fifty years ago enunciated a principle the importance and grandeur of which the world has been very slow to recog­nize. It does not fall within the province of this paper to set forth that principle in the fullness with which it was elaborated by Swed­enborg, in fact the briefest statement of it will be given here, but while we seek to make the application of it in one line we shall hope that the reader will be carried on by interest in the thought to a study for himself of its deep significance in other directions. The two essential elements of the Divine nature are, according to Swedenborg, Truth and Love. The two eternal principles in human life are Truth and Love. Both prin­ciples find their origin in the Divine nature. Each is essential to the other. Without love truth is cold, barren, fruitless. Without truth love is contentless. From the perfect union of the two, perfect justice results. From their separation or the obscuring or diminishing of either injustice and unhappiness result, the degree being proportioned directly to the degree of separation or obscuration. To become strongly convinced that a far-reaching truth is contained in this thought of the great religious philosopher, one need only begin the application and the truth will reveal ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- 4 The Normal Messenger itself, showing an ever increasing depth as the thought is pursued. There is probably no one to whom the interdependence of truth and love in domestic life is not evident, or will not become evident after a moment's thought. The marriage relation depends upon it—is it. The happiness of the home flows from it. The wrecked home is the result of the failure to recognize it. If love exist without truth, intolerable suffering is the result or intolerable sin the unnatural condition. If truth exist without love the same suffering is the result, or fruitless, barren life the condition;for with­out love there can be no rich development of moral life, no warmth in the soil and atmos­phere of the home, a necessary condition for the growth of virtue. To the true development of the individual nature, love and truth are just as essential. The symmetry, the poise, and the strength of character which make an individual at the same time an unconscious influence by example and an active agent for good are the result of the action of truth and love in his own life. His large, clear vision, broad charity, and strong helpfulness are the result of the union of these forces in his own nature. In society at large in proportion as truth is perceived and love prevails, just institutions arise, equable conditions exist, and happiness results. Leaving the reader to test the truth of these assertions for himself, we will turn to the practical application of the principles of truth and love in the schoolroom. The purpose for which the school exists, it will be conceded, is to fit the child for the life he is to live by giving to him in the most effective form and way his heritage of knowl­edge,— that is, the truth garnered and trans­mitted to him by the world out of its wisdom and experience—and by developing in him the power for successful application of this knowl­edge to his conditions and environment for ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- The Normal Messenger 5 his own development and his usefulness to the world. This high office of the school im­poses upon the teacher a task unequaled in difficulty by that demanded of its followers by any other profession, and requires for its fulfillment a power which only the spirit of truth and love can produce. It is only in the hypothesis that evil exists in the world along with good in order that man may by his choice between the two be a responsible moral agent, that we find any justification for the existence of such a thing as evil in the world, and a constant progress toward a final triumph of good is the only logical hypothesis which can reconcile the awful struggle between good and evil with a just God. Of the fact that the struggle goes on we are all witnesses by experience and observation, but no fact points more surely to the power and progress of good than the deep and growing recognition among those in the teaching profession, and out of it, of the true office of the school; the recognition of the fact that foremost among its duties is the development of the child into a responsible moral agent. Understanding that to fit children for the life before them by effective imparting of knowledge and by developing mental and moral power is the work of the teacher we are now prepared to inquire what things are demanded of her, and we are quick to reply, in the familiar answers to the question—scholar­ship, honesty, pleasing address, patience, self-control, etc. For the teacher I wish to trans­late these requirements into two words, just the two simple words to be found at the head of this article, but words which stand for principles divine in their origin and nature, unlimited in their significance, and incalculable in their power and warmth of inspiration. The world is right in demanding that its teachers should have all the qualities enumer­ated above, and more too. Every teacher ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- 6 The Normal Messenger should have thorough and accurate knowledge of the things she is expected to teach, should be honest, patient, self-controlled, should be attractive to her pupils in person and spirit, but have we reached the ultimate conditions by which she is to become these things when we place them before her as ends to be attained. We may command an unhappy or fretful child to be happy, may place happiness and happy looks before him as a duty, may convince him that he ought to be happy, but if he have not a spring of happiness somewhere within him his attempts to be happy will be pathetic failures. Men and women are only grown up children, and attempts on their part to be patient, honest, self-controlled, are made, nine cases out of ten, only to meet defeat if there be no inner spring furnishing deeper motives for their actions. Such inner spring we do not hesitate to affirm is to be found in the life dominated by the principles of truth and love. Let us give it the test. We will take truth first. Shall we attempt to define it? How shall it be done? We may say that it means fact, reality, conformity to fact, veracity, fidelity, integrity, virtue, honesty—and it does mean all that, but how much more? How shall we reach a just comprehension of what it is? Can we do it and not have attained the infinite? Perhaps we can only "see thro' a glass darkly " now, and simply know that through all life, physical, mental, and spiritual there runs a principle unchangeable, enduring, and having its source in God. A something which we call truth and know it as it meets the demands of our inner nature and stands opposed to all that is false and evil. What­ever it is, it is what men have sought after from the foundation of the world, and the thing which when found, whether in the physical, mental or spiritual world has been a mighty factor in the development of the race and the progress of civilization. It is the thing which one generation seeks to pre- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- The Normal Messenger 7 serve and hand down to the next. It is the thing for which schools were established and are maintained to teach. The truths of letters, the truths of mathematics, the truths of science are only some of its phases. Can the teacher question his high calling when he considers these things, and can he question that his best preparation is the principle of truth within himself. Will not the principle rightly understood compel him to know the truth so far as it is attainable, thereby securing for him good scholarship, one of the things demanded of him? Will it not compel him to be honest? Truth, if it become a part of one's nature will not permit carelessness or indifference in dealing with itself. Full, clear truths, not half truths, must be taught to pupils. No teacher who has set truth before her as a thing to be attained and taught can be dishonest in her work. The nature of truth precludes the possibility of it. But if the principle of truth in one's life produces good scholarship and hon­esty, to what shall we trace self - con­trol, patience, attractiveness, and some of the other virtues demanded of teach­ers? The other term suggested to teach­ers as part of a watch word is love. Were we to attempt to define this term we should find it fully as difficult of definition as truth, but we may say that it, too, is a principle unchange­able, enduring, and having its source in God. A something which attracts us by its beauty and power of giving happiness, and which stands opposed to all the evil passions of the world. The Christ, the meaning of whose life the world is only beginning to grasp, came to show its power and significance. The effects of love we can trace in the lives around us and the effects of its absence we can trace. Where it is not we find selfishness, dissension, crime, unhappiness. Where it is, and where truth is with it we, find the conditions for the growth of all virtue, justice, and happiness. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- 8 The Normal Messenger Do 3'ou ask, teacher, what will best give you patience when a pupil seems slow or willful? It is love; the love that will give you insight into the pupil's needs and make you care too much for his welfare to yield to the possible irritations of the moment. How shall you attain self-control? By having the love in your heart that will master yourself. How shall you make yourself attractive to your pupils? By letting love shine out from your face, flow out through thought, word, and deed. In suggesting truth and love as the watch-wo'rd of the teacher we are not using mere names. We are suggesting to him the possi­bility of working into his own nature the two most powerful forces in human life. Kept before the eye, treasured in the heart, they work out in the life ripe knowledge, perfect integrity, poise of character, and beauty of personality—all the powers and all the virtues which should be the equipment of those who would be teachers of men. THE CLASS ROOM HE following brief comment upon the daily work of the departments is given for those who may be interested in knowing what classes are being conducted during the first half of the school year. The work of the school is conducted upon the laboratory plan, and an extensive use o reference and parallel works is made. All work is outlined upon the basis that the student has reached the age of the why, as well as of the how, and careful work is done to give every student the ability to study and impart to others that which he has learned. Doctor Mathes, who enjoys a well-earned reputation as an instructor and lecturer in history, teaches three classes in that subject. One is a course in general history, offered to the third year class, which consists of lectures and recitations. The course in methods in history- is taken by the senior class, and in it T ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- The Normal Messenger 9 investigations and discussions are carried on regarding the best methods of teaching history. Doctor Mathcs also has the course in history of education, a subject in which he is perfectly at home and which he presents in an extremely able way. In room number one the visitor will find the science work. In this department during this term, are conducted classes in biology, geology, physics, and physical geography. In biolog\r the classes have been at work upon fundamental tissues, and have made a thorough study of the following types: Three flowering plants, a fern, a liverwort, a mush­room fungus, diatoms and bacteria. They are now at work upon the grasshopper. In physical geography the text book has been supplemented by work with charts, govern­ment reports, maps, excursions to stone quarries to study glacial action, and the dip and strike of rocks. This same line of work has also been followed in the study of geology. In physics the work has all been done in the laboratory and a full outline of the work will appear in a later issue. In room two is situated the art depart­ment, and as a result of the fall's work the room is already tastefull}' decorated with much original material. The work in drawing is free-hand and is executed both in crayon and water color. The interest manifested by the students is most commendable and promising. In addition to the elementary classes there is also a class of forty-one in methods of drawing. In this room also is conducted the reading work. All first vear students take reading:, and special attention is given to the expression and interpretation of thought. There is also a large class in methods of reading. The drawing, reading, and physical culture are all under the direction of Miss Avadana Millett. There are four classes in physical culture. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- 10 The Normal Messenger In room three there are heard three gram­mar classes and three vocal music classes. In grammar, the time has been spent in master­ing the elements of speech, with special reference to analysis and parsing. The vocal music classes are mastering the science of reading music so well that thev have already furnished selections for the general assembly exercises, and the tones wafted over the building are both vigorous and musical. Miss Ida A. Baker, the efficient teacher of these branches, also has charge of the music in the Model school. Prof. Robert B. Yaile presides over room four and teaches three classes in elementary-algebra, and the same number in physiologv. This work is hard, dealing as it does with fundamentals, but Mr. Vaile is faithful to his trust, and light is graduallv breaking in upon the earnest efforts of the class. In the southeast corner of the building: on the mam floor is the mathematical depart­ment, presided over by Prof. J. T. Forrest, who has charge of two advanced classes in algebra, and two methods classes in arithme­tic. The work in algebra is eminently thorough and gratifying, and the discussion of methods is supplemented by object lessons from the model school. All methods are thoroughly analyzed. In addition to the mathematical work, Professor Forrest teaches state constitution and has created much interest in the subject. In room seven Miss Jane Connell presides over the English and Latin work. Two classes are conducted in American literature, two in rhetoric and one in an interpretative study of literature. There are also two classes in beginning Latin and one in Caesar. All work in the English department is con­ducted upon the laboratory plan, and much critical work is done. Miss Connell also teaches a class in methods in English. Room twelve is the home of the primary grades of the model school. The room is equipped with slate blackboards, work-table, sandboard, and is a very pleasant and well-lighted room. These little people have adopted the name of "Four Leaf Clover," and love their literary work as well as the advanced pupils. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- The Normal Messenger 11 In room thirteen is located the grammar department of the model school. The sixth and seventh grades are represented in this department and the school has developed a thorough organization both in work and discipline. The school also has an active literarj' society, and possesses some excellent musical talent. Miss Rogers, supervisor of the training deparnment, has charge of this room, and also teaches a large class in general methods in connection with the training work. The training class numbers sixty-two members. In addition to their regular observation work, practice teaching and recitations on methods, a course of lectures has been ar­ranged specially for this class. These lectures are being given every Friday morning throughout the year, and arc being delivered by members of the faculty. Prof. Epley has given the following: "Ven­tilation," "Bacteria and Disease," "Nature Study," and "Geography." Prof. Forrest is at present giving his course, his subject being "The Register," "Duties of Parents," "Duties of the Teacher" and "School Law." Miss Millett begins the new year with "The Influence of Art," "The Utilitv of Drawing," "School Room Decoration" and "School Sports." Miss Connell will follow with "Common School Libraries," "Home Work," Public Entertainments," "A course of Reading. Prof. Vaile will discuss "Teachers' Jour­nals" and "Current Events." Miss Baker's subjects are to be "Music," "Kalevala" and "The Tomb of the Muses." Some time during the latter part of the year Sup't E. E.White and Sup't W. J. Hughes will each deliver two lectures. Their subjects have not yet been determined. Every student in the normal school is required to take spelling. The work for the year has been divided by a committee of the faculty, under the following lines: diacritical markings, syllabification, definitions, use of words in sentences, synonyms, rules for spel­ling and pronunciation. Each member of the normal faculty has a spelling class, and fif­teen minutes daily are devoted to the work. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- LHJ NORMAL MESSENGER Published Quarterly by the Students of THE NEW WHATCOM STATE NORMAL SCHOOL NEW WHATCOM, WASHINGTON TERMS: FORTY CENTS A YEAR Entered as mail matter of the second class at the New Whatcom P. O. BESSIE GRIGGS . . . . Editor-in-Chief ASSOCIATE EDITORS Utopian Alcott Kulshan Aurora First Year FACULTY COMMITTEE JANE CONNKLL, ROBERT B. VAILE, AVADAXA MILLETT VOL. I. DECEMBER, 1890 No. 1 To the people of the State oi Washington, Greetings: Far up in the Northwestern corner of the Evergreen state, on the beautiful shores of Bellingham Bay, has arisen a new institution of learning, the Whatcom State Normal School. The building is situated upon the side of Sehome Hill, which rises in graceful terraces from the bay. The view thus acquired is in­spiring. The City of Whatcom, with its adjoining country, the Bay, girt by the islands of the Sound, the hills, covered with the evergreen forests, and far away, the snow-capped mountains of the Cascades, spread out before one as a panorama. The first 3'ear of school started September, 1899, with over 200 ambitious, energetic pupils eager for work. As this, the first number of the paper published by them enters your home, may it also enter your hearts and awaken therein a warm sympathy and a kindhr interest in thrie behalf. "__ Although the Whatcom Normal School may be young in 3'ears; that is the only youthful quality which could well be applied to her. Her well-chosen faculty, large enrollment list, carefully regulated class work, three labora­tories, and well-stocked library would suggest a greater age than she can boast. CLARA NORMAN MARIE AMES EMMA ROWLEY PEARL LEE JESSIE SHOCKEY ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- The Normal Messenger 13 The Whatcom Normal School has started with the good wishes of the Washing-tomans and with a firm determination of her own to carve out a name in the Far West, she looks to her friends to secure for her the necessary equipment for this worthy work. She is attempting the work of only the best grade of normal schools, and offers an opportunity, nowhere excelled in the Pacific Northwest, to young people of both sexes for fitting themselves for the noble profession of teaching. To the initial contributors to THE NOR­MAL MESSENGER who have aided so materi­ally the undertaking of presenting a repre­sentative and valuable journal to the friends of our school, we are very greatly indebted. Mrs. Ella Higginson, of New " Whatcom, kindly permitted us to reproduce her "Lul­laby." The poem entitled "Our Colors," is representative of the literary work produced by the student body, since it is from the pen of the youngest student of the school. The article describing the daily class work is pre­pared from a most intimate knowledge of the actual conditions and we commend it to all who would know more of our school. The thought and work of the faculty is ably rep­resented by the opening article and by the drawing outlines. The accounts of the liter­ary societies and the personal notes are furn­ished by the associate editors. Thus have we accomplished the twofold aim of our journal, to furnish a means of communication between our Normal School and those interested in it and to put in a per­manent form for general use some of the best work and thought of our institution. We send it forth in the hope that much good mav result from it. To our printers and advertisers we extend our thanks for the appearance and commer­cial value of our paper. It will be noted that the cover reveals the Normal School colors, blue and white. For the future we have in store a quantity of excellent material. The successive issues, of which there will be three more this school year, will fully sustain the standard set bv this first number and we trust that our regu­lar subscribers will be on the lookout for them. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- 14; The Normal Messenger LULLABY ELLA HIGGINSON T WAS was loungin' amongst my pillows, * Coaxin' sleep with many a sigh, An' some one in the room above me Was singin' a lullaby^; An' I could hear the cradle a-rockin' Creakety, creakety, to an' fro— An' the woman a-singin, "Hush—thee— Go—to—sleep—to—sleep-e-e—go.'' There wasn't a rag of a carpet On the floor of that room, you bet, An' the regular swing of the cradle, W'y, I can almost hear it yet; An' the sleepy coo of the baby That was bein' swung to an' fro To the wonderful music of "Hush—thee— Go—to—sleep—to—sleep-e-e—go.'' You wouldn't of thought that a fellow That's got dowu as low as I Would of felt kind of queer 'cause a woman Was singin' a lullaby; An' at first I felt just like swearin', That a hotel should treat me so, For I couldn't hear nothin' but "Hush—thee— Go—to—sleep—to—sleep-e-e—go.'' But it seemed to git softer an' lower, An' kind of familiar, too, With the cradle a-rockin' slower, Just like my cradle used to do, Till I could almost feel the motion— Rock-a-bye—rock-a-bye—to an' fro— An' my mother a-singin' "Hush—thee— Go—to—sleep—to—sleep-e-e—go.'' For she sung it to "I love Jesus," Just as my mother used to do, An' it set my heart all to achin', An' the tears to comin' too; Till I just wishl I could slouch back there, An' my mother could set there an' sew, An' I could hear her—-just once—singin' "Hush —thee— Go—to—sleep—to—sleep-e-e—go.'' ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- The Normal Messenger 15 SUGGESTIONS FOR ART EXPRESSION FOR TRAINING CLASS AVADANA MlLLETT "You can no more paint what another man sees than you cau see with another man's eyes or feel with another man's soul."—Ruskin. The child must be trained to see and then to express what he sees. All exercises in expression should grow out of lessons upon other subjects, and so be closely related to the work of each day, particularly to nature study, geography, history and literature. Concentrated observation of the object will produce a thought image of the same. If on expressing this image it is found to be indefinite or not true, more atten­tive observation must be given to the object. But practice in execution alone will not give power or skill in expression. The center of action must be de­veloped. This can be done, not by doing one thing re­peatedly, until proficient in that doing, but by exercising thought on new impulses of action until it becomes natural for the mind to express through the hand the image that it holds. Expression will tend to make the image more vivid. When the image is an original creation more time must be allowed for thought. If the lesson is in connection with nature study the specimen should be before the child; for this, time should be given for him to do his work well. But if the object is to express the thought-image of which a lesson has been treating, the expression should be rapid and simple, giving no attention to detail. Before calling for ex­pression, study the specimen carefully and give brief instructions for picture making. This should be a general class exercise. The more intense the interest awakened, the more vivid the mental images will be. Under strong impulse or with strong desire to express, much of the difficulty of handling material is overcome. Skill will, of course, vary with the individual. Con­sider effort rather than result. Encourage individuality and originality in the work. Encourage neatness and proper care of materials. Aim to develop a correct memory for form, attentive observation and power in doing. Awaken enthusiasm and a desire for improvement by carefully criticising, encouraging and commending. Ask pupils to criticise their own work. Freedom should be allowed the pupils in their ex­pression, but by sympathetic, intelligent training, lead them toward higher stages of appreciation and of creative power to a point where they can, to some extent, enter into the thought and feeling of artists. Choose that medium for expression that is best suited to the lesson. Use clay modeling for expression in the round or in ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- 16 The Normal Messenger relief; watercolor or colored chalk for illustrations in nature study that require the color element; drawing in pencil or pen and ink for detail work, and blackboard sketching where rapid execution will assist the growing image; use cutting exercises as a means of story-telling. Pose drawing, begun in the lowest grades, is a means of illustrating human character and action, and strength­ened by a study of pictures of artists, will tend to develop an appreciation for the artistic use of the human figure in the masterpieces. NOVEMBER OUTLINE FOR TRAINING CLASS AND MODEL SCHOOL HARVKST THOUGHTS—FIRST WEEK Monday: Charcoal sketch of apples in a group or one on a branch. Tuesday: Paint three apples in group. Wednesday: Develop circle. Pencil holding. Draw freehand circlet. Thursday: Design for a border, using circles. PViday: Clay modeling of an apple. Stories: "The Three Golden Apples," (Hawthorne); "Myths of Fruits;" "Autumn" in "Myth and Song;" "The Brownies' Hallowe'en" and "November," by Carey. SECOND WEEK Monday: Illustrate "Dear Apple, Wake Up." Tuesday: Clay modeling of beads or grapes. Wednesday: Cut "The Story of the Grape." Thursday: Develop the rosette. Friday: Charcoal sketch of an onion and beet. Stories: "Ceres," "Ceres and Persephone," "The Search of Ceres," and "The Fox and the Grapes." Song: "Merry Autumn Days." THANKSGIVING THOUGHTS—THIRD WEEK Monday: Charcoal sketch of a pumpkin. Tuesday: Marine study—Paint sea, sky and Plymouth Rock. Wednesday: Sketch stalk of corn. Thursday: Fold and cut kerchief, cap and apron. Friday: Draw from a pose a Puritain maiden. Stories: "How a Pumpkin Helped Johnny to be Thankful," "The First Thanksgiving Day," "The Corn Song" (Whittier), "The Landing of the Pilgrims," (Hemans). Song: "Our Father we Thank Thee." FOURTH WEEK Monday: Charcoal sketch of a deer. Tuesday: Group of vegetables—Charcoal sketch. Wednesday: Draw from a pose a Puritan in hat and cape. Thursday: Repetition of rosette in border—paint. Friday: Illustrate "Over the river and through the wood, to grandmother's house we go." Stories: "A Thanksgiving Turkey," the story of Landseer. Pictures: "Stag at Bay," "Monarch of the Glen," "Challenge," "The Sanctuary," "Odin," "Shepard's Chief Mourner" and others of Landseers. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- The Normal Messenger 17 DECEMBER OUTLINE CHRISTMAS THOUGHTS—FIRST WEEK Monday: Illustrate "The Shepards Were Watching Their Flocks." Tuesday: Fold and cut a five-pointed star. Wednesday: Cut from pose—shepherd with crook. Thursday: Illustrate "T'was the Night Before Christ­mas." Friday: Whittier Day—Paint the fireplace in his home. "What matter how the night behaved? What matter how the north wind raved? Blow high, blow low, not all its snow Could quench our heart-fires ruddy glow." Stories: "The stars and the Child"—Hofer; "Little Gottlieb"—Carey; "O Little Town of Bethlehem" —Brooks. Songs: "While Shepards Watch Their Flocks By Night," "Bethlehem's Beautiful Star," "The Child and the Star," "Shine Out, O Blessed Star." SIGNIFICANCE OF SANTA CLAUS—SECOND WEEK Monday: Pose—"Posting a Letter to Santa." Tuesday: Draw or paint—"Something I Want for Christmas." Wednesday: Fold and cut baskets. Thursday: Scissors story—"Santa and the Mouse." Friday: Pose—"flang up the Baby's Stocking." Stories: "Story of a Grand Old Man," "The Good Little Sister"—Carey, "Santa Claus' Helpers." Songs: "Jolly Old St. Nicholas," "Hang up the Baby's Stocking," "Santa Claus is Coming." EMBLEMS—THIRD WEEK Monday: Paint a fir tree—Decorate it for a Christmas tree. Tuesday: Paint a spray of holly with berries. Wednesday: Fold and cut fireplaces and stockings. Thursday: Illustrate "The Story of the Fir Tree," —Wiggin. Friday: Christmas in other lands—illustrate "The Bird's Christmas" or "Piccola" (Thaxter). Stories: "The Legend of the Christmas Tree," "Where the Christmas Tree Grew," "The Fir Tree" (Andersen), "Legend of the Holly Tree." Songs: "A Wonderful Tree," "Remember the Birds,'' and "The Snow Bird." GIFTS: THE GREAT GIFT—FOURTH WEEK Monday: Illustrate "The Christ Child" (Andrea Hofer). Tuesday: Cut "Story of the Wise Men" (Hofer). Wednesday: Illustrate "The First Christmas Presents"—E. E. Hale (Wiltse). Thursday: Plan mama's gift, calendar. Friday: Make calendars—Paint them. Stories: "The Bird's Christmas Carol" (Wiggins), "Three Truly Wise Men" (Hofer), "St. Anthony and the Christ Child" (Hofer), and "Life of Raphael." Songs: "Merry Christmas Bells," "Joy to the World," "Merry Christmas Has Come," and "Hark, 'tis the Voice of Music." Pictures: "Raphael and His Beautiful Madonnas." ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- 18 The Normal Messenger HOUSE-FURNISHING GOODS FURNITURE CARPETS UPHOLSTERY BEDDING DRAPERIES CROCKERY STOVES AND RANGES GRANITE AND TINWARE NOTIONS, ETC. Everything Needed to Furnish the Home FOR THIS HOLIDAY SEASON Useful as well as pretty Presents, Fancy Chairs and Rockers, Couches, Parlor and Library Tables, China Cabinets, Book Cases, Etc. FOR THE LITTLE FOLKS All Kinds of Toys—Dolls, Doll Carri­ages, Children's Furnitnre, Toy Tea Sets, Games, Etc., Express Wagons, Velocipedes, Tool Chests, Boys' Wheel­barrows, Etc. Whether Looking or Buying You are Welcome B. B. FURNITURE CO. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- The Normal Messenger 19 LITERARY NOTES The Whatcom Normal boasts of six literary societies, the Alcott, Chillick, Utopian, Kulshan, Aurora, and Acorn. Each is iu a flourishing condition and has a full membership. The Aurora, which, by her fifty rays, illumines the pathway of the embryo teacher, was or­ganized at the opening of the Normal in September with the following officers: President, Hattie B. Thompson; vice president, Pauline Jacobs; secretary, Frederic Ames; treasurer, Thomas Monuet; sergeant-at arms, Earnest Hardy. The society color is old gold, which combines well with the Normal colors, blue and white. For a yell, the society is preparing an entirely new composition which is requiring considerable thought. The Aurora has been divided into three sections, under the supervision of Kate Schutt, Pearl Lee, and Lillian Miller. Programs are rendered by the several divisions, successively. Iu order to systemize the work, the committee has assigned to each section a special topic, which serves as a basis for all literary work in that section, during a period of three months. The topic assigned to Miss Schutt's division is Poets, to Miss Lee's, Peoples and Countries; to Miss Miller's, Periodicals. At regular intervals the pro­ductions of the three sectious are combined into a more elaborate program, which is rendered in the assembly hall. The Aurora hopes, in time, to attain to all that the name implies, and offers a most cordial invitation to future students of the Normal to join her ranks. T R Y " T H E ULTRA" FOR LADIES The Very Latest Shoe Made Cork Sole and Waterproof THE FAMOUS SHOE HOUSE ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- 20 The Normal Messenger i On September r5, 1S99, forty-five students met in the art studio with Miss Millett, and organized the Utopian Literary Club. The object of the Club is the improvement of its members along literary lines and the development of ability to appear before an audience, with special reference to ease of manner in the classroom. The programs ren­dered have been of the nature of character sketches, book reviews, dramatic studies and debates. As a motto the Club chose "We have reached the foothills; the mountains are in view." Yellow was decided upon as the Club color to be combined with the Normal colors. The yell selected was Boom-a-lackv! Boom-a-lackv! Zip! Boom! Bah! Utopia! Utopia! Rah! Rah! Rah! At a recent election the following officers were elected: President, Ida Tillman; vice-president, Anna Klockstead; secretary, C. H. Bowman; treasurer, Grace Mansfield; sergeaut-at-arms, J.R.Rogers; musical director, Verona Millican. The retiring officers were: President, Ben F. Hovies; vice-president" Clara Norman; secretarv, Margaret Clark; treasurer, S. C. Bonner; sergeant-a"t-arms, G. C. Blonden; musical director, Anna Klockstead. Great interest and enthusiasm has been manifested in all the work of the society, and each Friday afternoon a program of merit has been given. One of "the late ones, devoted to Lowell, was as follows: Piano Solo Minta Morgan Biography of Lowell Anna Stezer GREENBURG BROS. LEADING CLOTHIERS and lt;^DRY GOODS DEALERS Hats, Shoes, Trunks, Satchels, Valises Etc, HOLLY STREET NEW WHATCOM MUNRO, BLME HASKELL PHONE 12 NEW WHATCOM, WASH. nsg ELK STREET 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. GEORGE A. GILBERT^ gt; CASH GROCER 91S E L K S T R E E T NEW W H A T O OM ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- The Normal Messenger 21 Reading—"Forlorn" Lucy Halstead Recitation— "Jusuff" Pearl Galliher Reading—"Because I am not Fair" Grace Mansfield Review of Sir Launfal Lucile Fobes Recitation—Selection from "Sir Launfal".. Grace Goodell Piano Solo Clara Downey Lowell's Literary Position Gertrude Bell Song Quartette Recitation—"The Courtin' " Clara Norman Recitation C. H. Bauman Piano Solo Lena Fechenscher Critic's Report Miss Millett Three weeks ago the Utopians challenged the Chilic tribe to a debate. The challenge was accepted and the subject chosen was, "Resolved—That women ought to have the right of suffrage." The Chilic tribe chose the affirmative, their debaters being J. C. Kerchen, Gyneth Knight, and Floieuce Griffith. The Utopian represent­atives were Gertrude Bell, C. H. Bauman, and Bertha Ross. The art room was used for the occasion and was crowded with students and visitors. Both sides presented able arguments, showing that the debaters had studied the subject and were equally anxious that their respective society should be declared the winner. The judges were F. C. Teck and J. J. Edens, mem­bers of the board of trustees, and Mrs. Ella Higginson. After carefully weighing the arguments they decided in favor of the negative. The last program was the play given Friday evening. Hie! Hac! Hie! Chief Chillick! Sahali! Sahali! Ric! Rac! Ric! Behold the Chillick tribe; a band of warriors worthy of their steel. Each week they gather 'round their council fires and hold their potlatches. They call their tribe Chillick, in honor of the once great and powerful chief of the Lummi Indians, who has long since been gathered to his fathers in the happy hunting ground. Years ago he trod the beautiful shores of Belliugham Bay and ruled wisely and well his band of dusky fol­lowers. He was a brave chief, and like a true Indian, loved to deck his person with the war-paint and lead his braves to battle with the neighboring tribes, and would, doubtless, have willingly entered the happy hunting ground directly from an earthly fighting ground. But the Sahali tyee did not permit this. The chief was taken sick while in his wigwam, which was near THE BANK OF WHATCOM L. P. WHITE CO. Transacts a General Banking and Exchange Business YOUR ACCOUNT SOLICITED LIGHTHOUSE BLOCK NEW WHATCOM ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- 22 The Normal Messenger what is now the corner of Seventeenth and C streets', Whatcom. The best medicine men of the tribe waited upon their suffering chief, and the wigwam was filled with devoted followers yelling and groaning to keep away the evil spirits. But the noise was unavailing, and the arts of the medicine men were baffled. Three days the chief lingered, then his spirit, passing away, left the whole tribe in mourning But his memory will not be soon forgotten. The Clillick tribe will do honor to his name and tell the tale of the brave young chief around their council fires. The potlatches of the tribe are interesting as well as instructive, and a hearty invitation is extended to all new pupils of the Normal School to join the tribe and smoke with them the pipe of peace. Bump ka thud Bump ka thud M—in—in—m Kulshan! Boom! ! ! The Kulshan I,iterary Klnb was organized at the be­ginning of school in September and selected the Indian name for Alt. Baker for its name. A motto has not yet been decided upon, but we ex­pect to choose one appropriate to the aims and purposes of the Klub. Our colors are blue, white and pink, and Kulshan Crater is the name of our paper. The officers at present are: President, Alildred Aiackey; vice-president, Pauline Klockstead; secretary, Dot Wallace; treasurer, Myrtle Trott; critics, Prof. F. W. Eply, Ada Shidler, and Miss Belle Asher; sergeant-at-arms, Clinton Stearns; reporter. Dot Wallace; editor for Klub, Emma Rowley. We now have forty-three active members. It is the aim of the present program committee to make our A. G. WICK MAN .--—--^\ THE TAILOR 1345 HOLLY STREET NEW WHATCOM, WASH. E. Y. GRA5ETT CO.'S BANK Transacts a General Banking Business, Buys and Sells Foreign and Domestic Exchange. Gold Dust Bought or Advances made subject to mint returns. E. CAULKINS Dealer in Stationery, Books, News, Office Sup­plies and Christinas Goods HOLLY AND ELK NEW WHATCOM, WASH. WISCONSIN GROCERY * * * * # FAIRHAVEN, WASH. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- The Normal Messenger 23 meetings both interesting and instructive. Through our business meetings we are becoming well versed in par-limentary law, and in the rest of the work we are con­tinually seeking to widen our range of usefulness and learn to appear before an audience and read a paper, recite, or take part in a debate with ease and elegance. Our program for December 8th was upon Pacific Coast Literature. Kdwin Markham, Joaquin Miller, Mrs. Ella Higginson, and Prank Carleton Teck.the last two of this city, being the authors under discussion. The lives and writings of these western writers will be brought before the society by several short sketches and at least one production from each will be either read or recited. Before long we wish to present a play for the enjoy­ment of the Klub, and another afternoon will be spent with American humorists. The Klub is planning a public program to be given in the near future, at which time we intend to defy the adage, "There's nothing new under the sun." Doctor Matthes, please ma}' I use the phone? Main 161 please. Hello, Edith! So you want to know all about our literary society, the "Alcott"? Yes, we have a critic. No, she is not a cook but an excellent Baker. Boys in our society? Why yes, we can boast of five young men and Moore too. Of course I will tell you the officers. Miss Carrie Risedorph, president; Miss Marie Ames, vice-president; Miss Bertha Kale, secretary; Miss Mamie Barr, treasurer. We call our society paper the "Alert." The Misses Shumway and McGinuis are the editors. Oh yes, there have been some good jokes in the paper. Come Just to Look! A RICH COLLECTION OF APPRO­PRIATE ARTICLES NEWEST DESIGNS AND STYLES Jewelry Watches Silver Novelties Belt Buckles Clocks Desk Ornaments Brush Sets Rings Ebony Goods Opera Glasses Silver Ware Etc. Etc. AT MOST REASONABLE PRICES THE CAR ALWAYS STOPS AT OUR DOOR CORNER DOCK AND HOLLY STREETS NELSON ROBINSON, JEWELERS AND OPTICIANS ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- 24 The Normal Messenger Did you know we were interested in real estate? Well, we are, because we own a House. Why is our society bound to be successful? Because we have Ames. What a funny question for you to ask, Edith. Have we any dudes? Of course not, but we have a Bum(in)stead. Oh! I am so glad you asked me about our yell. Wah Hoo Wah! Zip Boom Bah! Alcott! Alcott! Rah! Rah! Rah! What did yon say? Yes, our society is sure to have its place in the front ranks of the Whatcom Normal School. Oh, dear! they shut me off and I was so anxious to tell more, but as I despondently hang up the phone, I hear the blending of happy voices shouting, Who are, who are, who are we? We are the members of the Alcott, see? On the sixth day of October, the pupils of the sixth and seventh grades in the training school decided to organize a literary society for the mutual good of its members. The following rules and regulations were adopted. 1. That the society be known as "The Acorns." 2. That the society colors be brown and green, symbols of the acorn and the oak. 3. That the regular meetings of the society be on each Friday afternoon from 2 to 3 o'clock. 4. That the officers consist of president, vice-presi­dent, secretary, treasurer, and sergeant-at-arms, to hold their respective offices for five meetings after election. 5. That no visitors be invited to our regular meet­ings, but be made welcome if they come. 6. That we have at least three public meetings during the year, to which visitors should be invited. 7. That each member pay ten cents membership fee, five cents monthly dues and be assessed ten cents each for colors. 8. That no pupil who fails without excuse on private programs shall appear on public. The following officers were then elected: President, Warren Beard; vice-president, John Chandler; secretary, Jessie White; treasurer, Dollie Little; sergeant-at-arms, Eugene Dorr. ELDRIDGE KERSHAW Real Estate, Insurance and Farm Loans B. B. BANK BLOCK, NEW WHATCOM. P. L,. HEGG-^ lt;$*' Photographer Views of Bellingham Bay and Surrounding Country. Portraits in Crayon and Water Colors PICTURE FRAMES 10 Per Cent. Discount to Normal School Students 1285-87 ELK STREET NEW WHATCOM. WASH. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- The Normal Messenger 25 OUR COLORS CLARA E W E N TARTS HE Normal has raised her colors And entered the race at last; May fair winds never fail her, As she sails alonsj rig-lit fast. She carries a crew, a captain, Three mates and their helpers five. Her passenger list is increasing; Two hundred and forty now thrive. Blue and white, is her banner. True blue may it ever be, And the white shall never be tarnished, As it floats out full and free. Then, hurrah.' for the good ship Normal, In the race she is sure to win. For we '11 stand by our captain bravely, As over the waves we spin. Mrs. Ella Higginson, New Whatcom's gifted writer, has donated copies of her works to the Normal School librar}'. Mrs. Higginsou lives just across the street from the Normal School and is much interested in the in­stitution. The Normal School now possesses twenty copies of Webster's dictionaries—one International, seven Col­legiate, and twelve Academic. There is also a copy of the Standard dictionary and a set of the Century, in the library. The library contains at present 1420 volumes. About 250 more volumes have been ordered, and we have over $400 in the library fund yet unexpended. On December first a total of 1006 text books had been ordered for use in the Normal School proper, while about 250 copies have also been ordered for the model department. Mr. J. J. Edens, the senior trustee of the Normal school, captured several first prizes for fruit exhibited at the Northwest Fair, which was held in Fairhaven in September. Mr. Edens' farm is one of the oldest and best in Northwestern Washington. Hon. Jere Neterer, chairman of the board of trustees of theNormal School, was one of the debaters on the affirm­ative in a discussion of the Philippine question, which was the first of a course of entertainments to be given by the Aftermath Club of this city. THE PEOPLES STORE Sells Groceries, Notions, Station­ery and School Supplies. Opposite Sehome Hotel. 765-7 Elk Street, New Whatcom, Washington. m ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- 26 The Normal Messenger Frank Carleton Teck, a trustee of the Normal School has just issued a neat little volume of original poems-entitled, "Under Western Skies." The book has re­ceived much personal comment, and the impression made on the public bespeaks an enviable future for its author. Several young ladies attending the Normal, together with two or three residing in New Whatcom, have organ­ized a Shakespearean club which meets every week at the home or boarding place of some member. The club lias just completed the reading of Hamlet and at the next meeting will have a debate on the subject: Re­solved, that Hamlet was not insane. The next play to be taken up will probably be Julius Caesar. The members of the club are: Miss Delliuger, president; Misses George, Rogers, and Lee of New- Whatcom; Misses Ames, Buckles, Muldoon, Moore, and Risedorph of Seattle; Miss Rawley of Idaho, Miss- Bell of Port Town-send, and Miss Pillman of Everett. Miss Risedorph is critic. A Young Woman's Christian Association has been organized in the Normal School. Many of the young ladies of the school have joined the association and others are daily being added to our list of earnest work­ers. Although Normal life is a busy life, spiritual de­velopment is not neglected. Devotional meetings are held every Friday from 12:30 to t p. in. Those outside of the school who are interested in the work are cordially invited to visit us. The officers for the year are as fol­lows: President, Pauline Jacobs; vice-president, Mar­garet Clark; corresponding secretary, Miss Risedorph; recording secretary, Mildred Mackey; treasurer, Florence Griffith. The enrollment in the Normal School by classes is as follows: First year. 98; second year, 65; third year, 35; fourth year 32; fifth year, 8. Of these sixteen are special students, but these have been placed in the several years in which the major portion of their work lies. The en­rollment of the model school is seventy two. The formal opening reception of the Normal School was held on the evening of October 28th. The board of trustees, the faculty and the students received their in­vited guests, who included the citizens of New Whatcom and all those interested in the institution in the building, which was elaborately decorated for the occasion. Among the distinguished guests who were present were Governor and Mrs. John R. Rogers, State Superintendent Frank J. Browne. A short informal program was presented and refreshments were served in three of the recitation rooms. The Normal School has had the pleasure of placing in the poet's corner in the library a copy of "Under Western Skies," the gift of the author, Frank Carleton Teck. Miss Alice McNeal has been obliged to leave school on account of her health. CROFTS LIVERY DRAYING AND TRANSFERRING iHotxsistiold. G o o d s a n d P i a n os . H a n d l e d C a r e f u l ly DOCK STREET NEW WHATCOM ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- The Normal Messenger 27 The students of the normal join in extending to Mr. James Perry their heartfelt sympathy in his grief for the death of his father at Siunas. Miss Mary Knappe has been very ill with pneumonia, but is now improving. Miss Olevis and Clara Warriner, and Mr. Claude Jeffrey spent the Thanksgiving vacation at Nooksack. A basket social was given during the vacation by the district school for the benefit of the school library. Forty-five dollars were raised. The basket-ball teams are thinking of challenging the U. of W's. Misses Moore, Muldoon, Ming, Kaine, Daerrer, Baker, and Jones, spent Thanksgiving at their homes in Seattle. Lost—A small note book containing a love letter. Finder please return book without reading letter to Miss S. P . Misses Margaret Clark, Louise Peden, Bertha Ross, Verona Millicau and Ada Pillman spent Thanksgiving at Everett. Messrs Max and George Blonden spent Thanksgiving at Lynden. Lessons given in yelling by Mr. Kerchin, rates cheap-only pupils with large months and good lungs need apply Lesson in Pollard's synthetic method. Teacher (pointing to word NOW)—Don't you know this word Frank? It belongs to the same family as cow, now what is it? Frank (eagerly)—Calf. One of the young ladies seems to be thinking seriously of taking the Vaile. Professor Vaile spent Thanksgiving in Seattle. Wanted—To find an expressive yell for the Auroras. Miss Buckels entertained her grandmother, Mrs. G. V. Liley, during Thanksgiving vacation. Miss Fletcher spent Thanksgiving at Port Townseud. MILLINERY THE CITY OF CHICAGO Largest Stock on the Bay. Special Reduction during the Holidays. Hundreds of Fine Hats at Half Price. Switches of Human Hair and Pompadour Rolls a Specialty. Don't Fail to Call. 1965 Thirteenth Street, on Viaduct, New Whatcom. TAKE YOUR SAVINGS DEPOSITS TO THE Scandinavian - American Bank Sunset Block, Comer Elk and Holly Streets We pay Interest on Time Sf Savings Deposits Savings Department open Saturday evenings from 6 till 9 o'clock. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- 28 The Normal Messenger The spirit of the Normal school is most commendable. This is specially worthy of comment when it is remembered that the school opened its doors for the first time this fall, and that every student had to be ex­amined or classified, and that many of the students had came from older institutions, such as Ellensburgh State Normal School, State University, Puget Sound University, and several of the very best high schools and academies in the state. Not only were the students kind and helpful during the first few days of organization, but what is better, they set about finding work for themselves, and at the end of the second week every student was in his place and hard at work. This spirit of industry and good cheer is manifest every­where, and the motto, "No Idlers Here" beams from every countenance. The principal of the school has publicly expressed his gratification at the earnestness of the students. This in­terest is not only shown during the recitation hours, but every room is a workshop until long after dark every afteroon. The passer­by at 5 o'clock in the evening can invariably see a large portion of the building lighted and occupied with busy students and teachers. All recitations are over a t 3:30 and the balance of the afternoon is spent in research work. The library is occupied from 8 in the morning to 5 and six in the evening. A teacher passing through the hall one evening at 5:30 o'clock counted twenty-six students still in the build­ing at work. The building is opened at 8 in the morning, and by 8:20 there are one hund­red students bustling through the halls. As time passes and the school gets down more and more to its settled life, the spirit of earnestness increases, and everything points to a most happy and prosperous year. CHAS. L. HOLT, M. D. Specialties: Diseases of the Eye, Ear, Nose and Throat Rooms i and 2 Fischer Block Office Hours: 9 to 12 a. m., 2 to 6 p. m. Sunday, 2 to 4 p. m. N EW W H A T C O M i The Normal Messenger is from i 1 The Press of EDSON IRISH \ ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- BUSINESS DIRECTORY BUSINESS DIRECTORY Alverson, D., Pharmacist, Twelfth and Harris Sts., Fair-haven. Abbott Olsen, Grocers, 1098 Elk St., New Whatcom. Biggs Henderson, Physicians, Fischer Blk., New What­com. B. B. Meat Market, Fairhaven. B. B. Grocery, Elk and Holly Sts., New Whatcom. Bruce, S. M., Lawyer, Fischer Blk , New Whatcom. Barr, Mrs. E. W., Millinery, Viaduct, New Whatcom. B. B. Improvement Company, New Whatcom. Burrows, J. S., Shoemaker, 2121 Thirteenth St., New Whatcom. Bank of Whatcom, Lighthouse Blk., New Whatcom. Battersby Bros., Dry Goods, Boots and Shoes, Thirteenth and E Sts., New Whatcom. B. B. Furniture Company, Holly St., New Whatcom. Croft's Livery, Dock St., New Whatcom. Cox, W., Architect, Dock St., New Whatcom. Caulkins, E., Book Store, Elk and Holly Sts., New Whatcom. Commercial Importing Tea Company, Holly St., New Whatcom. Darwin, L- H., Clerk Board of Trustees, State Normal School, New Whatcom. Day, E. P. Y., Loans, New Whatcom. Drake, L. D., Dry Goods and Clothing, Holly St., New Whatcom. DeChamplain, Druggist, Holly St., New Whatcom. Edson Irish,Printing, 1333 Railroad Ave. New Whatcom. Fischer, E„ Real Estate, Fischer Blk., (owner of Sunset Blk.,) New Whatcom. Frye, Jesse, Attorney at Law, Lighthouse Blk., New Whatcom. Fairhaven Market, The, Fairhaven. Grasett, E. Y. Co., Bankers, New Whatcom. Graves, Backus Purdy, Bankers, New Whatcom. Greenwood, Alonzo, Barber, Holly St., New Whatcom. George, Mrs. A., Millinery, 1649 Holly St., New Whatcom. Graves, E. C, The Racket Store, Fairhaven. Green berg Bros., Dry Goods, New Whatcom. Gilbert, Geo. A., Grocer, 915 Elk St., New Whatcom. Holt, Dr. Chas. L.,Occulist, Fischer Blk., New Whatcom. Hardin, Ed. E., Attorney at Law, Fischer Blk., New Whatcom. Horst, C. A., Agt. Chicago Lumber Coal Co., 1472 Holly St., New Whatcom. Hinsdale, N. N., Hardware, Thirteenth St., New What­com. Hotel F'airhaven, M. Rae, Prop., Fairhaven. Hegg, P. L., Photographer, Elk St., New Whatcom. (Continued on following page.) ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- BUSINESS DIRECTORY BUSINESS DIRECTORY (Continued from preceding page.) Iowa Grocery, W. A. Marsh, Prop., Fairhaven. Ireland Pancoast, Thirteenth St., New Whatcom. Koebler, H. M., Meat Market, Fairhaven. Long Bros,, Hardware, Implements and Bicycles, Holly. St , New Whatcom. Montague McIIugh, Dry Goods, Holly St., New Whatcom. Mansfield, A., Grocer, Elk St., New Whatcom. McDongall-Gage Company, Mens' Furnishings, Holly St , New Whatcom. Mason Co., Grocers, Holly St., New Whatcom. Marlett, J. H., Fruit and Confectionery, Viaduct, New Whatcom. Munro, Ulake Haskell, Plumbers, Elk St., New Whatcom. Newman Howard, Lawyers, B. B. Bank Blk., New Whatcom. Nelson Robinson, Jewelers, Dock and Holly Sts., New Whatcom. Neterer, Jere, Lawyer, Lighthouse Blk., New Whatcom. Nolte Bros., Meat Market, Thirteenth St., New Whatcom. Pacific Meat Market, F. E. Curtis, Prop., Bay and Holly Sts., New WThatcom. Richards, A. E., Court Stenographer, New Whatcom. Pacific Steam Laundry, North Elk St., New Whatcom. Red Front, The, Clothing, Holly St., New Whatcom. Stockleiu Bros., Dry Goods House, Holly St., New Whatcom. Schuman, I., Merchant Tailor, New Whatcom. Strand, H. B., Real Estate, Farming aud Mill Machinery, 1462 Holly St., New Whatcom. vSelby, J. N. Co., School Supplies, 1566 Holly St., New Whatcom. SutclifFe Hill, Wall Paper and Paints, Holly St., New Whatcom. Scott, Eltnon, Lawyer, Bay and Holly Sts., New What­com. Scandinavian-American Bank, Elk and Holly Sts., New Whatcom. White, L. P., Banker, Dock and Holly Sts., New What­com. Wickman, A. G., Tailor, 1345 Holly St., New Whatcom. Wisconsin Grocery, Fairhaven. Woodward, W., Confectionery, 1629 Holly St., New What­com. White Drug Company, Thirteenth St., New Whatcom. Woolard, A. E., Secretary Building Loan Association, Lighthouse Blk., New Whatcom. Van Zandt, Dr., Fischer Blk., New Whatcom. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1899 December ---------- .4 D VERTISEMENTS 25-CENT BOOKS Paper Covers unless otherwise mentioned -Esop's Fables, bds. 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- 1900_0301 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER ^Ittrclr, 1900 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 ---------- D. D. FAGAN STORE Leads IN DRY GOODS LADIES' FURNISHINGS AND NOVELTIES Being Exclusive Dealers, it is the place for you to secure the LATES
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Show more1900_0301 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER ^Ittrclr, 1900 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 ---------- D. D. FAGAN STORE Leads IN DRY GOODS LADIES' FURNISHINGS AND NOVELTIES Being Exclusive Dealers, it is the place for you to secure the LATEST STYLES Agents for the Centemeri Kid Glows. Agents for Royal Worcester Corsets. The only place to find the Real Tuxedo Shrunk Duck. N O R M A L S E R G E S A N D R I B B O N S • • • Come in and examine our Stock and be Convinced of our Low Prices ii2s Elk Street B. B. GROCERY CO. WE RESPECTFULLY ASK That you visit the various Depart­ments at THE FAIF? before making purchases elsewhere. A careful investigation will prove to you that a marked saving can I be made on all purchases at I NEW WHATCOM THE P A IR b The Largest and Best Line of Dress Goods in the City i THE ? BANK OF WHATCOM | L. P. WHITE CO. | TRANSACTS A GENERAL BANKING | AND EXCHANGE BUSINESS 5 YOUR ACCOUNT SOMCITED, LIGHTHOUSE BLOCK NEW WHATCOM EDSQN IRISH, PRINTERS. NEW WHATCOM ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- The Normal Messenger STATE NORMAL SCHOOL FACULTY EDWARD T. MATHES, Principal, History and Philosophy of Education JOHN T. FORREST, Mathematics FRANCIS W. EPLY, Sciences JANE CONNELL, English and Latin AVADANA MILLETT, Reading, Drawing, and Physical Cul­ture IDA A. BAKER, English Grammar and Vocal Music ROBERT B. VAILE, Assistant, History and Literature SADIE R. ROGERS, Supervisor, Training School CATHERINE MONTGOMERY, Assistant, Training School HATTIE B. THOMPSON, Librarian J. A. McBRIDE, Custodian of Building and Grounds ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- The Normal Messenger CONTENTS In Suomi Land. Ida Agness Baker 3 Physics Outline. From Mr.Eply'sNote Book 9 Editorial 11 Whatcom County Institute 12 On Bellingham Bay, {Poem). Frank Carleton Teck 13 Literary Societies 14- From the Office 19 The Senior Class 21 The First Year Class 23 General Items ....24 The Normal Gate, {Poem) 26 The Pullman Boys, {Poem). By a Student 26 Notes 27 Teachers and Students^ Will find it to their advant­age to call on or address J. N. SELBY St CO. 1566 Holly St. New Whatcom, Wash. They constantly have in stock a large assortment of the latest Teachers' and Students' Helps Before buying elsewhere or ordering from the East see what they have and get their prices. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER MARCH, 1900 IN SUOMI LAND BY IDA AGNES BAKER. ' 'Books are men of higher stature And the only men that speak aloud for future times to hear." HE constitutional struggle that little Fin­land is passing through just now, and the dignity with which she is conducting her­self, recall to mind other remarkable facts con­cerning that people. The little strip of mingled fens and lakes and meadows is one of the few countries that has produced an epic poem. The story of the life of this poem reads like a romance. Stu­dents had noticed that the Finnish peasantry knew a vast number of peculiar folk-songs, rhymes, and incantations. Several attempts had been made at collecting them, but it was not until the first of this century that schol­ars noticed a unity in the songs. So many of the songs centered about three characters — Wainamoinen, Lemminkainen, and Ilmainen—that the idea occurred to Dr. Topelius and Dr. Lonnrot that the songs of these minstrels might be fragments of one long poem. The occasions for the exercise of perseverence and tact, and the many pictur­esque and dramatic incidents that happened during the restoration of this poem, would make an interesting volume. Dr. Lonnrot, who had long been professor of Suomi language and literature in the Uni­versity of Helingsfors, finally succeeded in fit­ting together the parts of this poem into its V ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- 4 The Normal Messenger original form. At its publication the Grimms and Max Muller received it with enthusiasm. "From the mouths of the aged," said Muller, "an epic has been collected equaling the Iliad in length and completeness. The Kalevala will claim its place as the fifth national epic of the world, side by side with the Ionian songs, the Mahabharats, the Shanameth, and the Nibelunge." There is evidence in the songs themselves that the poem is very old. Some of the schol­ars believe that it was cotemporan- with the Iliad. It is wonderful to think of it, lost, yet preserved, through the course of three civiliza­tions; the fragments imprinted only upon the loving memories of a people who had no con­ception that they were singing parts of one of the world's epics. To the minstrels they were only the songs of their people, the stories of their dear Suomi Land. Scholars recognize in the Kalevala a store­house of information as well as a beautiful poem. They discover in these songs a com­plicated mythology, and, as any belief is a revelation of the people who hold it, they can form deductions that are hidden from the or­dinary reader. They gather from between the lines flowers unseen by us. However one does not need to be a philolo­gist to enjoy the refreshing atmosphere of this song, the fragrant breath from the world's youth, to see the quaint pictures of primitive life, and to observe the customs and compre­hend the ideals of this early people. At best steam can take us only to the Finland of today, but read your Kalevala in the shade of an ash tree, in sight of birchen boughs and twinkling aspen leaves, and you will take a trip back, past centuries of time, through old Suomi Land. You are first impressed by the peculiarities of the power which transports you. When Longfellow had collected his Indian legends, odorous of the pinewood and ringing with ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- The Normal Messenger 5 laughing water, he chose from among all the world's poems, for the expression of his "Hi­awatha," the form of this Kalevala. The peculiar metre and odd trick of repitition are a mode of expression that fit well the simple thoughts of a primitive people, imbued with the mystery and frendliness of nature. Even if the song of "Hiawatha" has ac­customed the reader's ears to the quaint style of the Kalevala, he ma}r 3ret be unable to en­joy these Finnish runes. He who never has longings for a life "under the greenwood tree," he who cares not to gossip with the birds and bees and beasts after the manner of their own mute watchfulness, who is never "midway to believe a tree among my fair progenitors," may as well pass the Kalevala by, for he will miss its chiefest charm; he cannot go to Suo-mi Land. The Kalevala transports us with it into God's great chambers, "on the blue black of the ocean," where "the air is crystal-pillared," to "purple-colored headlands" "on the heath among the fir trees" "under the snow-robed firs and aspens." The hero, Ilmarinen, is borne to the north-land on the storm wind, "on the sledge path of the ether." When Ahti's mother is hurrying the world over to find her reckless son, "paths arise and come to meet her." Ilmarinen, the successful lover, to woo the Bride of Beauty, goes to the north-land in his sledge of magic: Gold and silver-mounted harness, Hazel birds that sing and flutter On the courser's yoke and cross-bow, Thrushes also sing and twitter Merrily on hame and collar, Seven blue-birds, seven cuckoos Sing the wedding march in concord. All through the poem man and nature are great friends. The titmouse warns Waina-moinen, in his first sowing, that ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- 6 The Normal Messenger Osma's barley will not flourish If the forest be not leveled And the branches burned to ashes. Kalevala people call their friends pet names. To them the bee is Honey bee, thou tiny birdling, Lord of all the forest flowers. and the squirrel Snow-white squirrel, mountain jewel, Flower of the field and forest. They make an agreement with Otso, the bear, calling him "honey-paw," and "fur-robed light-foot." Any one who enjoys con versing with dumb creatures, who has learned to comprehend and answer their varied modes of speech, will discover a quaint humor in the joking of the maidens with the messenger hare. They were gathered in the bath-house, working each upon a birch broom, when the hare came to the doorway. At the sight of him they shouted: Hie thee, Long-legs, or we'll roast thee! Hie thee, Big-eye, or we'll stew thee. Injured innocence often swells the hearts of our dumb friends, and the messenger hare haughtily answers: Think ye not I journey hither To be roasted in the skillet, Let fell Lempo fill your tables, I have come with evil tidings, Come to tell the cruel story Of the flight and death of Aino. The philosophy that vegetation, the dumb creation, and man are but expressions, in va­rying degrees, of one divinity has a charm for those who love out-door life. There is the same charm in reading the songs of a people who leap to this height of thought through the imagination. They turn to trees and plants, the sun, moon, and stars, the insects and animals, for advice and help, with a sim­plicity that argues belief in their power and goodwill. Now and then, in our times, a "Talking Oak" suggests the same thought in a setting ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- The Normal Messenger 7 of modern life, but in the Kalevala this intimacy with nature has the natural set-ting of a primitive life that suits the simple idealizing. We laugh with them at Lemmenkainen's chase of the Hisi reindeer. It ran through feus and forest, fields and court-yard, pent­house doors and gateway, turning over tubs of water. It threw the kettles from the fire­place and upset the dishes cooking, till the dogs barked, the children cried, the women roared with laughter, and the heroes shouted. Lowell says: I love to enter pleasure by a postern, Not the broad popular gate that gulps the mob; To find my theatres in roadside nooks, Where men are actors and suspect it not. It is with such feelings that we catch these glimpses into the life of those long-ago peo­ple. It is a busy, but withal a beautiful, life. The singers, who are workers themselves, see all their daily vocations through the irradiat­ing lenses of poesy. To them the works of the Creator and their own occupations are equally noble. The Bride of Beauty blesses her flocks as they start to pasture, and sings of their "robes as soft as ermine." Wondrously beautiful are the maidens of the air and their sunset-tinted looms. The smith and his forge share the honors of Ukko, the creator. Even the work of Lylikki, the snow-shoe maker, is sung minutely and rever­ently. When they catch the fire-fish, the work of the village net-maker is sung through every step, beginning with the planting of the flax. They are filled with wonder and delight at their ability to make things. Their words evince that simple joy in production that is natural to children, to primitive peoples, to the noble-minded, and to the creator of all. It is the thread of divinity that binds man to the universal life. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- 8 The Normal Messenger In preparation for the wedding of Umari-nen and the Bride of Beauty, one whole rune is devoted to the storv of the first making: of beer. The primitive manufacture begins where Man of good luck sowed the barley. Then the work progresses, the magic maiden calls for help from the "snow-white squirrel," the "golden-breasted martin," and the honey bee, and, when at last Osmotor, the beer-pre-parer, despairs because the beer "will not live within its vessels/' robin red-breast, from the tree-top, advises him to put it into oaken vessels, Into strong and willing barrels Firmly bound with hoops of copper. In reading the Kalevala one is reminded, bj' the expedition of Wainamoinen, Lemmin-kainen, and Ilmainen to obtain the Sampo, of the Argonauts and the Golden Fleece. Wainamoinen creates the harp, and the artless description of the effect of his music re­minds one of Orpheus and his lute. Tuonela's dark death stream reminds us of the Styx. The triple-headed serpent guarding Pohyola's mansion from Ahti the reckless, suggests the tripple-headed Cerberus. It is interesting to trace the similarities in the myths of the two races that were as com­pletely separated by the space between them as though they had lived upon different plan­ets. It is evident that at times the primitive mind is struggling to comprehend the myste­ries of creation. The first runes are an at­tempt to picture the beginning of the uni­verse, resulting in misty outlines that remind us of the broken duck eggs of the Orphic philosophy. No doubt students of folk-lore see deeper, hidden meanings to many of the stories, but the surface beauty and the lessons are so numerous that they charm the ordina­ry reader beyond the temptation of searching deeper. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- The Normal Messenger 9 It is necessary for individuals, in their study of the advanced governments and elegant living, to go back, in thought, to the youth of the race; live in a cabin; look for art in the color of the clouds and sunsets, in the form of the gnarled tree-trunks and upheaved rocks; for music in the sounding torrent and whispering leaves; drink from tin dippers, sleep on the ground, and eat food seasoned with smoke. If you cannot realize all this, if you cannot hear God's messages in the oak grove or from fisurses in the rock, from the titmouse or the aspen, go to the poems of these first people, and see how close to the handiwork of God they lived, how uncon­sciously they read His lessons and were one with Him and His manifestations. Epics are like nature. They are fierce, heaven-piercing mountain ranges, or broad, life-giving prairies, or vast forests, enclosing mystical lights and shadows, friendly blos­soms, weird glens, and raging torrents. There are sunny nooks and wild dells in the Kale-vala forest, and there are hill slopes of pretty flowers to be gathered. But woe betide us if we bring them into the modern drawing-room! Our wealth is vanished. They are youth, and only those of us who have remem­bered the visions of youth, whose eyes are still unsealed to the wonders of nature, whose ears are yet attuned to the harmonies of life-only those who go to Suomi Land. PHYSICS OUTLINE All work in the Normal school is conducted largely upon the laboratory plan, and it is the purpose of the editors to give from time to time outlines of the work done in the va­rious departments, and we take pleasure in quoting from Mr. F. W. Eply's Physics note­book for this issue: "In addition to the usual text-book work, somewhat the following laboratory work has been done by the students, working with du- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- 10 The Normal Messenger plicate apparatus: Practice in measurements of various sorts such as length of a straight line, volumes of cube and sphere, diameter of wires by means of screw calipers. Density: Weight of a unit volume. Specific gravity of various solids, such as sulphur, quartz, para-fine. Specific gravity of liquids by weighing and balancing columns. Specific gravity of air. The laws of fluid pressure. Boyle's law, pumps, the hydrostatic press. Law of the lever and the principle of moments. The parallelogram of forces. Determina­tion of coefficient of friction. Laws of the pendulum. In light, the law of inverse square. Deter­mination of intensity of light by means of Rumford's and Bunsen's photometer's. De­termination of position of image in plane mirror. Focal length and position of image of concave and convex mirrors. Index of refrac­tion for plate glass, focal length of lenses. Re­lation of object distance to image distance. Shape and size of real and virtual images formed by a lens. Determination tenacity of various kinds of wire and effect of annealing. Modulus of elasticity. Determination of laws of elasti­city and tension for bars. Comparison of masses by acceleratory test. Elastic and in­elastic collision. Testing a mercury thermometer. Determin­ation of the coefficient of linear expansion of a brass rod. Specific heat of shot. Determination of the length of a sound wave. Determination of lines of force near a bar magnet. Study of a single fluid galvanic cell. Lines of force about a galvanoscope. Resistance of wires by substitution: cross-section and multiple arc. Measurement of resistance with Wheatstone bridge, etc. In all this work each student has kept a note-book, embodying the object of each ex­periment, its method, computations and the conclusions reached. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- Hi NORMAL MESSENGER Published Quarterly by the Students of THE NEW WHATCOM STATE NORMAL SCHOOL NEW WHATCOM, WASH. TERMS: FORTY CENTS A YEAR. (See Special Rate Page 13) Application made for entrance as second class matter at the post-office at New Whatcom, Washington BESSIE GRIGGS, . . . . Editor in-Chief ASSOCIATE EDITORS CLARA NORMAN . . . . Utopian MARIE AMES - Alcott EMMA ROWLEY . . . . Kulshan PEARL LEE . . . . . Aurora JESSIE SHOCKEY . . . . First Year FACULTY COMMITTEE CATHERINE MONTGOMERY-, ROBERT B. VAILE, AYADANA MILLETT J. N. SELBY, Business Manager VOL. I. MARCH, 1900 No. 2 The poem in this issue was selected by per­mission, from Mr. Teck's latest volume. "Under Western Skies." The bo3's of the several societies have come to the conclusion that they are capable of taking care of themselves, and have conse­quently, formed a literary club of their own. Considerable stir and debate among the young ladies has been caused by this strange move and many comments both for and against the boys have been made. But in spite of entreaty, scorn or sarcastic remarks, the boys remain obdurate and have handed in their resignations as members of the several societies, and henceforth will form a non-coeducational organization. Success to them. The popularity of the MESSENGER is at­tested by the fact that before the first issue had been in circulation two weeks, the business manager had received 485 bona fide subscribers. Of these, 173 were from the normal students. The second term of the present school year opened Monday morning, February 5th. At this time thirty new classes were organized, ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- 12 The Normal Messenger and more than twenty old classes were con­tinued from last term. Twenty-three new students were enrolled, making the present enrollment 260. The address for the occasion by Miss Montgomery was a rare treat, and was much enjoyed by a crowded room full of students and friends. The Board of Trustees of the New What­com State Normal School deserve the com­mendation of the public in general for the active and personal interest each member has shown in the welfare of the institution. They have not only held their regular monthly meetings in the normal building, but have made several official visits, as a board, and have thoroughly inspected the actual work­ings of the institution. They have done even more. They have manfully responded when called upon by the students for speeches. Among the many hard working people in the Normal School few are more faithful to their trust than our efficient janitor, John A. McBride. Patience is indeed a virtue, and nowhere in the school is it better exemplified than in our librarian, who answers hundreds of questions pleasantly every day. WHATCOM COUNTY INSTITUTE The Whatcom county teachers' institute will be held during the week beginning March 19th. County Superintendent R. S. Simpson has taken great pains in preparing the pro­gram, and many rare treats are promised. Among the instructors are J. H. Miller, Lincoln, Nebraska; President F. P. Graves, State University; State Superintendent F. J. Brown; President E. A. Bryan, Agricultural College; Principal W. E. Wilson, Ellensburg; Principal W. B. Turner, Cheney; Superinten­dent E. E. White, of New Whatcom, and Superintendent W. J. Hughes, Fairhaven. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- The Normal Messenger 13 An interesting and valuable art exhibit will be displaj'ed by Miss Avadana Millett of the State Normal School, and Miss Nellie Sheldon of the city schools, on Monday evening of institute week. Other evening entertainments are also provided. ON BELLINGHAM BAY FRANK CARLETON TECK When Vesper stars with jewel wings The stole of Night array, The moon her shimmering reflex flings Athwart the trail of day. Her white face glows with spectral pride, As if the dewey eve Had brought some cynthian victory-tide Her splendors to retrieve. A noble peace enfolds the scene— A splash of silver spray, A phosphorous rush and and sport of sheen, A lone wild bird's last lay, And then a low sweet lullaby Of brooks and lyre-like rills— The while that radient face on high Illumes a world of ills! A SPECIAL RATB OF 95c. A YEAR Beginning with this issue is made to all teach­ers and prospective students receiving this number of the MESSENGER. This is little more than actual cost, and is done to enlarge the MESSENGER'S sphere of usefulness by keep­ing in closer touch with the Normal School those most interested in its purposes and suc­cess. It is confidently expected that many teachers and young people will avail them­selves of this opportunity of helping to main­tain among the students, patrons and friends of the school a magazine which will not only serve as a medium of though between pupils and their friends, but foster the professional spirit among those who are to become teach­ers. Address, JT. N. SELBY, Business Manager. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- 14 The Normal Messenger LITERARY SOCIETIES The Utopian Literary Society has shown by public demonstration the benefit to be de­rived from faith in the ideal. The Chillick Tribe has proved with equal clearness that "Sahali! Sahali!" has power to inspire. The Normal School public is now awaiting the fulfillment of its confident expectations that mines of precious metals will be dis­covered in "Kulshan;" that the auroral flashes which have already been seen to play about the southeast corner of the building are but the first indications of a beautiful "dawn" and that many ardent literary aspirants under the gentle influence of their patron saint, Miss Alcott, are pursuing on the "flowerless path" which they have mapped out for themselves, a real road to fame. No dates have yet been made public for enter­tainments by the Auroras and Kulshans, but we feel sure that such pleasure is in store for the waiting public. AURORA SOCIETY. Some members of this society have been asked why Aurora was chosen as its name. The reason is quite obvious to anyone ac­quainted with the members of this society. The young leaders, among whom are four of the nine seniors, have such a magnetic in­fluence; that their rays of light permeate the whole school. The name is simply symbolic of what we hope to attain. The officers elected for this term are as fol­lows: President, Miss Sue Randall; Vice- President, Miss Lilian Miller; Secretary, Miss Ethelyn Luce; Treasurer, Miss Jessie Havens; Sergeant-at-Arms, Miss Vivian Frasier. The literary programs are under the supervision of the Misses Louise Peden, Maude Drake and Louise Dorrer. The critic is appointed monthly by the faculty critic, Prof. J. T. Forrest. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- The Normal Messenger 15 ACORN SOCIETY The Acorn Society held their regular meet­ings during the past month, everyone with the exception of a very few taking their part on the program. The progress of the society has been wonderful, the members have all improved in their work, and are able to take their parts on the programs with less difficulty than a month ago. The committee on decorations, with a few suggestions from Miss Rogers, have beautified our room very much with ferns, cedar and suitable pictures. Dr. Mathes is well pleased with the work being done—especially the music and debates. ALCOTT SOCIETY A delightful entertainment was furnished by the Alcotts Friday evening, February 16th. The flag drill and the musical numbers were particularly pleasing. The pupils from the Model School in costumes of "ye olden time" gave the "Mistletoe Bough" in pantomime. CHILLICK TRIBE The Chillick tribe has been on the war path, altho'paint and feathers were dispensed with, yet the war spirit was there never­theless. The cause of it all is this: The braves have assembled themselves together and announced their intentions of withdrawing from the tribe. A touching and pathetic farewell ad­dress was read at the last council meeting which was intended to touch the heart and cause the tears to flow. But only contempt mingled with pity sat upon the stern brows of the listeners. Contempt and pity for the braves who didn't know what was best for them. Action was taken upon their resigna­tion and it was accepted by a large majority. But the hearts of the Chillicks are hard, and when the aliens tired of their self-imposed exile, return and seek admission to the tent ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- 16 The Normal Messenger which they have voluntarily left, they shall not be admitted. They shall be turned away to seek new camping grounds and new tribes. KULSHAN KLUB The present Klub officers are: President, Dot Wallace; Vice-President, Mary Bird; Secretary, Myrtle Trott; Treasurer, Sara Peden; Sergeant-at-Arms, Emma Rowley; Critics, Prof. F. W. Epley, Miss Elsie McAll­ister. One of their late programs, a nonsense afternoon, which was greatly appreciated, was as follows: Quotations from Mother Goose Short paper on the life of Mother Goose Emma Rowley Recitation—Riley Dot Wallace Pen Picture Sara Peden Debate—Question Unknown. Affirmative Myrtle Trott Negative fheo. Myer Medley Lottie Butler Original Poem—Side-lights on the Normal Earl Woody Continuation of Boer War with Map Mary Bird Recitation—Mother Goose Nellie Rogers Kulshan Krater Editor All society meetings take place in the science room, where there is always an air olt pro­found wisdom. This, in a way, affects the character of their literary programs, which have always been more or less mysterious. The emblem of the Klub is the Roman Lamp, which coincides with the rurroundings of the Klub room. The colors of the Klub are white, blue and pink. The membership consists of students from all classes in school, of which some are good reciters, some debaters, while others have considerable musical talent. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- The Normal Messenger 17 UTOPIAN SOCIETY "Dispatch, Sir." "Very well, put it on my desk." "But it is a 'rush' message and the mes­senger boy is waiting for an answer." "Well I wonder what it is that requires such a speedy reply; give it to me. 'Reserve space for Utopian Society report.' Indeed I will; there is always space for that report, and when it does not arrive I feel as though something were missing from the paper. I was talking to one of the members the other day, and if you would like to hear what she had to say just come back after taking this reply to the boy. Ah! back so soon? I never knew you to hurry so; you must have heard of the Utopians before and are anxious to hear more. Well, to begin with, the society is going about its work in a methodical man­ner that is sure to be a success. Each month has its special work that is dealt with each week. Last month was devoted to stars, Alaska and a humorous program. The pro­gram on stars was very interesting; it con­sisted of essays, recitations, and readings. Alaska, the next in order, was probably the best program ever rendered in the society. The main features were, a discussion on the boundary line by Miss Clark, Miss Taylor and Miss Morrison. There was also a very good paper by Mr. Hovies on the gold dis­coveries. Next came the humerous program that was given over to Mother Goose. On this day roll call was answered by Mother Goose rhymes, aud there were recitations, songs, essays, stories and impersonations. Next week will be devoted to the Transvaal question, and then will come a Kipling after­noon. Of course you heard about the candy sale the society had and the success it was ? Miss McRae, of Everett, a member of the senior class, has joined the ranks of the Utopians. Oh! must you go ? What, twenty pages of MS. to copy? Well, good-bye." "Good-bye." ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- 18 The Normal Messenger YOUNG MEN'S DEBATING SOCIETY. On Washington's birthday the young men of the Normal School took steps to organize a literary society, in which particular atten­tion would be paid to practice in parliament­ary procedure, debating, and discussions. They first resigned from their respective societies, with appropriate ceremonies, manv of them giving up high offices. Mr. Yaile had been chosen by the faculty to be their critic, so they met in Room 4 and effected a temporary organization. At the next regular meeting a constitution was adopted and officers for the first term were elected as follows: Theo. Myers, Pres.; Thos. Monnett, Vice-Pres.; Geo. C. Blonden, Sec; S. C. Bonner, Treas.; A. J. Peak, Frank Moore, and Max Blonden, Ex­ecutive Committee. TO Recede Northwestern Dividends vounust ca^ No r t h w e s t e r n Policies TALK WITH FELKER LIGHTHOUSE BLOCK WILLIAM MURPHY m i •"««. '3™ "BEET New Store, Just Opened with Ribbons, Laces, Notions, Lace Curtains and Hen's Furnishings WHEN THIS YOU SEE REMEMBER ME WHATCOM, SEATTLE AND TACOMA ROUTE ) Steame* BAY CITY \ THE ONLY PROPELLER ON THE ROUTE J leaves NEW WHATCOM at 8 p. m., Sundays, Wednesdays / and Fridays. / Leaves Commercial Dock, TACOMA, at 2 p. m.; Citv Dock, S foot of Main Street, SEATTLE, at 8 p. m., Tuesdays, C Thursdays and Saturdays for C Anacortes \ Fairhaven s New Whatcom S Fare to SEATTLE, $1; Fare to TACOMA, $1.25 f W. H, ELLIS S SON, W. J. ELLIS, S OWNERS TRAFFIC MANAGER \ ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- The Normal Messenger 19 The enthusiasm evinced thus far has been great and augurs well for the future of the society. Plans are being laid for the public en­tertainment that the societ\r is to give about April 6th. It promises to be the best and the most enjoyable of the many-fine programs that have been given during the year. Mr. Bowman, a student in chemistry, has become so well versed in that subject that he asserts a heated tube will serve as a curling iron. The drawing class have lately taken up the study of the "dear" and find it very interest- For 25 cents in postage stamps any teacher or prospective student can have the NORMAJL MESSENGER for one year. Address, J. N. Selby, Business Manager. FROM THE~ OFFICE Supt. F. M. Cowperthwaite, of Van­couver, B. C, will deliver a lecture at the Normal School, Friday evening, March 30th, tiext. Last week an order was placed for about 200 more volumes for the library. This makes a total of 1000 volumes purchased \ OUR I J Spring Styles j I NOW ARRIVING | j gt; 1i ( Bav Agents for the Famous \ * " 5 j "ULTIMA" SfiOSS j I THE FAMOUS j I SHOE HOUSE | ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- 20 The Normal Messenger since last September. In addition to the above order, the school has closed a contract which secures for the library a complete set of Bancroft's Pacific Coast Histories—thirty-nine volumes, bound in leather, at a cost of only a trifle over one dollar a volume. The records show that at present there are 60 students studying rhetoric; 91, English grammar; 110 literature; 54, general history; 44, latin; 42, book-keeping; 32, chemistry; 30, advanced psychology; 90, school economy, 124, arithmetic; 146, drawing; 140, vocal music; 40, methods in geography and nature study. There are 62 in the training class. There are also many other smaller classes, in addition to those above mentioned. Sixty of our students have had experience as teachers in public schools. One student MITCHELL PHOTOGRAPHER DEALER IN FRAMES AND MOULDINGS Specially equipped to photograph Large Class Groups STUDIO IN REVEILLE BUILDING PHONE 170-3 NEW WHATCOM MUNRO, BLflKE HASKELL PHONE 12 NEW WHATCOM, WASH. 1199 ELK STREET 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. Business Stenography Preparatory Day and Evening School. For further information send for j o u r n a l . Business firms furnished with competent help free of charge. Thirteenth St., Viaduct, New Whatcom. AUG. WILSON, Prop. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- The Normal Messenger 21 has taught one hundred and fifty months, and more than twenty-five have each taught ten months or more; thirty-six students are graduates of accredited high schools, and six have diplomas from academies; two are col­lege graduates; twenty-four haye attended some other normal school; more than eighty have held teachers' certificates; seventy-six of the students are over twenty years of age; thirty-six of the first year students are over eighteen years of age; the average of the entire student body is two months less than twenty years. THE SENIOR CLASS The first senior class of the N. W. S. N. S. numbers nine members, and the attainments of the class are most gratifying. The average age of the members is twenty-four years, and their average experience in teaching is twenty-six months. Miss Margaret Clarke has spent two years at the Racine, Wis., High School, one year at the Racine Academy, one year at the Everett, Wash., High School, and one year in the State University. Miss Florence Grif- CHAl^^STANBRA SSSWSRDB GUNSMITH !• Dealer in and Repairer of Guns, Bicycles and Sportsmen's Goods U M B R E L L A S REPAIRED TYPEWRITERS MITCHELLS 1065 ELK STREET, NEW WHATCOM BELLINGHAM BAY GAS CO. 1321 DOCK ST. Welsbach Lamps for Lighting Jewel Gas Ranges for Cooking DR. F. J . GEOGHEGAN DENTIST Corner R. R. Ave. and Holly St. Over Famous Shoe Store NEW WHATCOM, ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- 22 The Normal Messenger fith is a graduate of the New Whatcom High School, and spent last year at the State University. Miss Minta Adams Morgan is a graduate of Hillsdale College, Michigan. Miss Emma Mythaler is a graduate of the Waterloo High School, Iowa; has pursued the State Reading Circle work for three years, has attended several summer schools, holds a first grade certificate and is a teacher of wide experience. Miss Pauline Jacobs has taught in the county schools for several terms and has spent three years at the Ellensburg State Normal School. Miss Clara Norman has attended the Parkland Academy one and one-half years, and the Ellensburg State Normal School two and one-half years. Miss Ruth Pratt has completed a course of study in the State University, through the sophomore year, and Miss Kate Schutt is a classical graduate of Cornell University, New York. Miss Hattie Thompson has attended the Puget Sound University several years and is a teacher of wide experience. The work of the entire class in the training department is of a high order. A. G. WTCKMAM ^——\ THE TAILOR 1345 HOLLY STREET NEW WHATCOM WASH. E. CAULKINS Dealer in Stationery, Books, News and Office Supplies HOLLY AND ELK NEW WHATCOM, WASH. D. J. MCARTHUR, Notary Public H. D. McARTHUR D. J. McARTHUR SON Real Estate, Loan, Insurance and Rental Agents ELK S T R E E T NEW WHATCOM ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- The Normal Messenger 23 THE FIRST YEAR CLASS Every institution of higher education is proud of its entering class, and the New Whatcom State Normal is no exception to this rule. It is with this class that the school can do its first complete work, and it has been a source of much satisfaction to the faculty that no less than ninety-eight students have enrolled in this first year. The personnel of the class is also desirable. Of the number twenty-nine are over eighteen years of age. Six are experienced teachers. More than eighty per cent, of the class expect to com­plete a course of study in the institution. There are twenty-one from New Whatcom, fifteen from Skagit county, and thirty-two outside of Whatcom and Skagit counties. On account of there being so many in this class, they were divided into three divisions: A, B and C. The course they are taking this term includes algebra, grammar, physiology, drawing and vocal music, reading, orthog­raphy and physical culture. J. C. MINTON, D. D. S. SURGEON DENTIST Rooms 9, 10 12 Fischer Block NEW WHATCOM, WASH. THE McDOUGALL=GAGE CO. The Celebrated H. S. M. Clothing KNOX AND STETSON HATS MONARCH SHIRTS Fischer Building Corner Dock and Holly Sts, HIGGINSON'S PHARMACY Removed to Slade Block, Elk St. A Full Line of Drugs and Medicines STATIONERY AND BOOKS LOW EXPENSES AND LOW PRICES . . . ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- 24 The Normal Messenger GENERAL ITEMS One of the most interesting features of last month was the loan exhibition of decorative design which was given in the assembly hall Jan. 30. An informal musical program was rendered and the students and their many friends thoroughly enjoyed the occasion. As this was the first exhibit of its kind ever brought to the Pacific coast, it was worthy of much attention. It came from a group of Boston artists in decorative design whose excellent work has in the past few years raised American work to a much higher plane than formerly. This same collection was exhibited in Boston last spring and at­tracted wide attention as being the best work of its kind yet produced in America. The work covered the entire range of historic ornament, Egyptian, Assyrian, Greek, Roman, Mohammedan, Byzantine, and Renaissance. It included designs for almost every imagin­able purpose—iron-work, brass, wood-carv­ing, stained glass, ceramics, textiles, wall­papers, book covers, book plates, etc. As nearly all of the work was in water colors, it made an especially attractive display, which any one could enjoy, however uncultivated in art. To those who took a deeper interest it GREENBERG BROS LEADING CLOTHIERS and lt;^-DRY GOODS DEALERS Hats, Shoes, Trunks, Satchels, Valises, Etc. HOLLY STREET N E W WHATCOM Photographer Views of Bellingham Bay and Surrounding Country. Portraits in Crayon and Water Colors PICTURE FRAMES 1285-87 ELK ST. NEW WHATCOM, WASH. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- The Normal Messenger 25 afforded an opportunity for study such as has never before been offered here. The artist of greatest note whose work was represented was Miss Amy Sacker. She is a pupil and disciple of C. Howard Walker, who has for some years been lecturer on the history of ornament at theMass.Institute of Technology, and is the greatest American authority on this subject. Applied design and decorative work is a branch of art that has been attract­ing much attention in England and America during the last few years, and we are glad to have had an opportunity to see some of the best. At the general assembly hour, Friday morning, January 26th, Frederick Warde, the popular actor, gave the school and some of its friends a most delightful lecture on the subject "Shakespeare." The talk lasted an hour and thirty minutes, but seemed scarcelv one third as long. Miss Emma Yule, superintendent of the schools of Everett, Washington, read her de­lightful and interesting paper on "Early Ex­peditions of Exploration in the West" before an audience that more than filled the assem­bly hall, on the evening of January 19th. In the course of her paper, Miss Yule traced the early history of the western portion of the continent, touching upon the salient points with considerable detail. The speaker closed with a forcible and convincing plea for the study of local history. The Normal school felt very grateful for such an agreeable con­tribution to its life and activity, and evinced its great interest in many ways. The Utopian Literary Club recently held a very successful candy sale in the art room of the building. The proceeds were devoted to the fund, which the society thus originated, for decorating the interior of the drawing room, the office and the recitation rooms. Each member of the society contributed a fix­ed quota of candy, and a chosen committee waited upon the students and others who flocked into the room. The orchestra from the model school discoursed sweet strains of music during the sale. The net proceeds amounted to more than sixteen dollars. On Saturday, January 27th, Capt. J. W. Tarte and family, with a few of their friends, ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- 26 The Normal Messenger took the Normal faculty out for an excursion on the bay in their delightful little steamer, the "Oriole." The day was warm and pleas­ant; a landing was made in Glen Cove, on Lummi Island; a delightful lunch was spread upon the beach, and all in all it was one of those occasions never to be forgotten. Surely Capt. Tarte and family have the hearty thanks of the faculty for such a pleasant win­ter picnic. The excursion was given in honor of Miss Ella, who is a student in the Normal school. THE NORMAL GATE The following poem was found tacked upon the gate to the Normal campus one morning: "Praj' open it softly And close it with care— For its eternal banging Would make a saint swear. So handle it gently, Or you'll hear complaints, For they who live opposite— They are not saints! " THE PULLMAN BOYS BY A STUDENT. Those Pullman boys from Pullman town Have been traveling 'round the Sound, They came to Whatcom one fine day And for a while the town was gay. They walked the streets, held high their heads, And every thing seemed painted red. We liked their songs, that college air Likewise, the way they combed their hair. And when the season glides around We hope thej' will again be found Traveling up and down the Sound, Those Pullman boj's, from Pullman town. CROFTS LIVERY DRAYING AND TRANSFERRING H o u s e h o l d Goods a.«.d P i a n os DOCK STREET NEW WHATCOM ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- The Normal Messenger 27 N O T E S Miss Margaret Kenealy has accepted a school at Geneva, Whatcom county, for the spring. Miss Elsie Gifford, after spending three months in review work, begins teaching near Deming. The Four Leaf Clover Club has chosen pink and green for colors and now want a "yell." Miss Myrtle McConnell, after spending five months in the Normal school, has accepted a position as teacher in Lewis county. Prof. J. T. Forrest has been ill for the past few weeks. He is much missed in the Normal and we hope for his speedy recoverv. Y. W. C. A. has this quarter been making a study of Proverbs. The weekly devotional meetings are a source of much spiritual good to all who attend. The circles which have been organized for the purpose of doing more individual work are meeting regularly. The study of the life of David has been taken up by one of these circles under the supervision of Miss Myrtle Springer. Miss Minta Morgan, Miss Margaret Clarke, and the students from Everett, enter­tained Miss Emma Yule on Saturday even­ing, January 20th, at the home of Miss Mor­gan. The faculty was included among the invited guests. During the illness of Miss Rogers her room in the Model school was left almost entirely in the hands of the trainingclass. Everything went along nicely, but a care-worn expression settled down upon the faces of some of the young ladies, and it was noticed that they seldom smiled. Take your Savings Deposits to the Scandinavian -American Bank Sunset Block, Corner Elk and Holly Streets We Pay Interest on Time Savings Deposits Savings Department open Saturday evenings from 6 till 9 o'clock. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- 28 The Normal Messenger Several of the young ladies have been wear­ing little knots of blue and yellow ribbon lately. Blue and white are our colors, girls. Miss Fouts (describing bugs) "Sheath wings, mouth parts for biting and sucking, and they live mostly upon human beings." The opening address of the second term was delivered by Miss Catherine Montgom­ery of the training school. The address was greatly enjoyed by all present. Miss Avadana Millett recently delivered a lecture to the training class on school sports. Considerable enthusiasm was aroused over the suggestion to forma boating club as soon as the warm weather begins. Dr. Mathes delivered a very instructive and interesting talk to the students of the training class on the subject: "Applying for Positions," on Friday afternoon, Feb. 16. Supt. W. J. Hughes of Fairhaven, on Thurs­day afternoon, Feb. 22, gave a most helpful talk to the training class upon the subject, "Training vs. Teaching." Principal E. T. Mathes delivered a lecture at Chehalis January 11th, also at Lynden February 16th. On Saturday evening, March 3rd, an in­formal reception to the students was given in the Normal building. The hours were from seven to ten o'clock, and almost every stu­dent in the school was present. The three hours were very pleasantly spent in games, contests and conversation. The W. A. C. Glee Club gave a most de­lightful concert at the Bellingham Opera house under the auspices of the Normal school, Feb. 12th. The large audience present are unani­mous in their praises for the boys. They are not only good entertainers but they are" gen­ial gentlemen. DR. C. A. DARLING^=^ gt;- D E N T I S T Rooms 6 and 7 Holly Block Cor. Dock and Holly Sts. N E W WHATCOM, WASH. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS Teachers' Helps by Grades FIRST GRADE Nelson's First Science Reader *25, 30 Primary Friday Afternoons ... f25 Songs and Song Games ... f25 SECOND GRADE Easy Problems f25 Norse Gods and Heroes t2o, *25 Nelson's Second Science Reader *25, 30 THIRD GRADE Child's Study of the Classics *40 Cat Tails and Other Tails U5, 40 Cooke's Nature Myths *25, 35 FOURTH GRADE Black Beauty f20, 30 Nameless Stories *25 Story Composition t25 FIFTH GRADE Nature Study by the Months *50 Cortez, Montezuma and Mexico 35 Great American Industries *35, *5o SIXTH GRADE Talks About Authors t30, 60 Early History Stories *40, 50 Story of Longfellow tJ5 SEVENTH GRADE Study of Evangeline fi5 gt; 25 Grandfather's Chair *6o Common Sea Forms *50 EIGHTH GRADE Lady of the Lake f20, 30 Modern Europe 65 Lives of Our Presidents 50 * Board binding; f Manilla binding. The above is simply suggestive of what we have; write for our catalogue giving extensive lists with prices of Latest Supplementary Readers, Best Teachers' and Students' Helps. Club rates for leading magazines. Club rates for teachers' periodicals. Pedagogical books. Money should accompany the order with ten per cent, added for postage. Address, J. N. SELBY CO.. NEW WHATCOM, WASH. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- BUSINESS DIRECTORY BUSINESS DIRECTORY NEW WHATCOM, WASH. Abbott Olsen, Grocers, 1098 Elk street. Adams, F. D., Dentist, Cor. C and Thirteenth streets. Adams, C. M., Civil Engineer. Alexander Stewart, Fire and Marine Insurance Brokers, Holly street. Axtell, W. H., M. D., rooms 15-18, B. B. Bank building. Austin, J., New York Shoe Store, Holly street. Biggs Henderson, Physicians, Fischer building. B. B. Grocery Co., 1125 Elk street. Bruce, S. M.. Lawyer, Fischer building. Barr, Mrs. E. W., Milliner, Viaduct. H. B. Improvement Co. B. B. Furniture Co., Holly street. Bank of Whatcom, Lighthouse block. Battersby Bros., Dry Goods and Shoes, Thirteenth street. Burrows, J. S.. Shoemaker, 22 r Thirteenth street. Bereus, L. L., Diamonds and Jewelry, Holly street. Bennett, C. D., Tailoring Agency, Lighthouse block, Dock street. Bacon Ells, Loans. Elk and Holly streets. Brand, Geo. E. Co , Wholesale Flour and Grain, Holly street. B. B. Gas. Co., 1321 Dock street. Croft's Livery, Dock street. Cox, W., Architect, Dock street. Caulkins, E., Book Store, Elk and Holly streets. Commercial Importing Tea Co., Holly street. Central Meat Market, Elk street, near Morse H'dware Co. Clark, A. B., Proprietor the Fair Department Store. Darwin, L. H., Clerk Board of Trustees State Normal School. Day, E. P. Y., Loans, R. R. Ave. Drake, L. D., Dry Goods and Clothing, Holly street. DeChamplain, Druggist, Holly street. Dickinson Co.. Warrant and Real Estate Brokers. Dellinger Mullin, Real Estate and Insurance, 1245 Elk street. Dr. Thompson's Pharmacy, Cor. Thirteenth and E streets. Dr. Geoghegan, Dentist, R.R. Ave., above "The Famous." Dr. Darling, Dentist, rooms 6 and 7, Holly block. Dobbs, B. B., Photographer, Holly street. Dewey Express, Telephone 120-1. Edson Irish, Printers, 1333 R. R. Ave., Eddy, A. J., Meat Market, 925 Elk street. Fischer, E , Real Estate, Fischer block. Frye, Jesse, Attorney at Law, Lighthouse block. Frizell Hardware Co , Holly street. Felker, G. W., Gen. Insurance Agent, Lighthouse block. Fagan, D. D., Drv Goods, Holly street. FarnungBros., Principal Barber Shop, 1488 Holly street. Galloway Griffin, Grocers, Knox block. Grasett, E. Y. Co., Bankers, Dock street. Graves, Bacus Purely, Bankers, B. B. Bank block. Greenwood, Alonzo, Barber, Holly street. George, Mrs. A. Milliner, 1649 Holly street. Greenberg Bros., Dry Goods, Holly street. Gilbert, George, Grocer, 915 Elk street. Green, W. A. F., Cigars and Tobacco, 1508 Hollv street. Holt, Dr. Chas. L., Occulist and Aurist, Fischer block. Hardin, Ed. E. Attorney at Law, Fischer block. Horst, C. A., Agt. Chicago Lumber and Coal Co., Holly street. Hinsdale, N. N., Hardware, Thirteenth and E streets. Hegg, P. L., Photographer, Elk street. (Continued on following page.) ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- BUSINESS DIRECTORY BUSINESS DIRECTORY (Continued from preceding page.) Hollcraft Boyer, Job Printing, Reveille building. Hotel Byron, Hadley Griffith, proprietors, Dock street. Ireland Paucoast, Grocers, Thirteenth street. Judson Undertaking Co., Funeral Directors, Oakland bid. Long Bros., Hardware and Bicycles, Holly street. Litton, Harry, Gen. Household Furnishings, Holly street. Montague McHugh, Dry Goods, Holly street. Mansfield, A., Grocer, Elk street. McDougall-Gage Co., Men's Furnishings, Holly street. Mason Co., Grocers, Holly street. Markley, Dr. L. R., Knox block, residence, C and Twenty-third streets. Murphy, Win., Notions and Furnishings, Knox block, Thirteenth street. Marlett, J. H., Fruit and Confectionery, Viaduct. Munro, Blake Haskell, Plumbers, Elk street. Minton, Dr. J. C, Dentist, Fischer block. McGinnis, Writes Insurance, 1588 Holly street. McFaul, F. A., Confectioner, 1141 Elk street. Morse Hardware Co., Columbia Bicycles, Elk street. Mitchell, J. E., Photographer, Dock street. McArthur, D. J. and Son, Ins. and Real Estate, Elk street. Newman Howard, Lawyers, B. B. Bank building. Nelson Robinson, Jewelers, Dock and Holly streets. Neterer, Jere, Lawyer, Lighthouse block. Nolte Bros., Meat Market, Thirteenth street. Nicholson, Wholesale and Retail Drugs and Stationery, Holly street. N. W. Business College, Viaduct. Pacific Meat Market, F. E. Curtis, Prop., Holly street. People's Photo Studio, Cor. Thirteenth and D streets. Poage, C. S., Mgr. Western Union Tel., 1478 Holly street. Pacific Steam Laundry, North Elk street. Richards, A. E., Court Stenographer. Red Front, The, Clothing, Holly street. Rice, Dr. M. B., Veterinery Surgeon, Croft's Livery. Rohrbacher, Chas. A., Teacher of Pianoforte, room 22, Sunset block. Stocklein Bros., Dry Goods House, Holly street. Schuman, I., Merchant Tailor, Holly street. Strand, H. B., Real Estate, Farm and Mill Machinery, Holly street. Simonds, W. J., Real Estate Broker, room 20, Fischer block. Selby, J. N. Co., School Supplies, 1566 Holly street. Sutcliffe Hill, Wall Paper and Paints, Holly street. Scott, Elmon, Lawyer, B. B. Bank block. Scandinavian-American Bank, Elk and Holly streets. Schleuder Bros., Graduate Opticians and Jewelers, Bay and Holly streets. Sligh, J. E. Lawyer, Bay street. Stanbra, Chas., Guns and Bicycles, 1065 Elk street. Thiel Welter, Furniture, Carpets, Bedding, etc., Elk street. Thomas, John L., Real Estate and Loans, Bay and Holly streets. White, L. P., Banker, Dock street. Wickmau, A. G., Tailor, 1345 Holly street. Woodward, W., Confectioner, 1629 Holly street. White Drug Co., Thirteenth street. Woolard, A. E., Sec. Building and Loan Association, Lighthouse block. Whatcom Grocery Co., Elk and Holly, Telephone 113-1. (Continued on following page.) ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- BUSINESS DIRECTORY BUSINESS DIRECTORY (Continued from preceding page.) Washington Meat Market, F and Thirteenth streets. Washington Hotel, D. E. Bartruff, Prop., Dock street. VanZandt, Dr., Fischer block. FAIRHAVEN. Alverson, D., Pharmacist, Twelfth and Harris streets. Bollong, George, Co. Chicago Dry Goods Co., Eleventh street. Dufur, Banker, Harris street. Fairhaven Market, The, Harris street. Graves, E. C, The Racket Store, Harris street. Hohl, George, Flour and Feed, Eleventh street. Hotel Fairhaven, M. Rae, Prop. Iowa Grocery, W. A. Marsh, Prop., Harris street. Koebler, H. M.. Meat Market, Harris street. Sims, O. F., D. D. S., K. P. building. Wisconsin Grocery, Harris street, BEST WORKS FOR THE SCHOOLROOM The Baldwin Readers, Nos. i to 8 Stepping Stones to Literature, Nos. i to 8 The World and its People, Nos. i to 9 The Cyr Readers, Nos. 1 to 5 The Heart Culture Series, Nos. 1 to 4 The Five Cent Classics for all grades The Western Series of Readers, four numbers The Ten Cent Classics, for advanced grades The Teachers' Helper Series for all grades The Child World Series, lower grades For information and prices, call on or address J. N. SELBY lt; CO., 1566 HOLLY ST. NEW WHATCOM, WASH. i^? gt;rt gt;^:Cr:^^wj^xrt^s«rara gt; ^ ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- HOUSE-FURNISHING I GOODS FURNITURE CARPETS UPHOLSTERY BEDDING DRAPERIES CROCKERY STOVES AND RANGES GRANITE AND TINWARE NOTIONS, ETC. Everything Needed to Furnish the Home £ Y-1 i FOR THIS SPRING SEASON 3 We are showing the newest § and best in Carpets, Rugs, If and all Floor Coverings. |j Our Showing of Novelties in Lace Curtains and Win­dow Draperies is very at­tractive. | Whether Looking or Buying You are Welcome 1 .. B. B. FURNITURE GO. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 March ---------- EDWARD FISCHER DEALER IN Lots in the City of New Whatcom BUSINESS PROPERTY IN THE BEST CENTRAL LOCATIONS RESIDENCE PROPERTY In the immediate Neighborhood of the Normal School and its Vicinity FISCHER BLOCK NEW WHATCOM, WASH.PPPPP
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- 1900_0601 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- lt;.-^ FIRST ANNUAL COMMENCEMENT THE NORMAL MESSENGER (Quarterly gmte, 1900 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- 1 NORMAL FACULTY AND STUDENTS: We thank you sincerely for your kind | H patronage for the past year and I MONTAG
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Show more1900_0601 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- lt;.-^ FIRST ANNUAL COMMENCEMENT THE NORMAL MESSENGER (Quarterly gmte, 1900 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- 1 NORMAL FACULTY AND STUDENTS: We thank you sincerely for your kind | H patronage for the past year and I MONTAGUE I McHUGH I |5 Will do all in their power to merit a p continuance of the same M As usual we shall carry a full line of p The Famous Normal Serges at p 50c, regular 65c. goods. £; p All colors in the Famous Patter- 1::- M son Ribbons, from No. 1 to 40. If you are wanting anything in the following lines it will pay you to call, as we are acknowl­edged headquarters on all lines: Dress Goods, Silks, Trimmings Lin­ings, Laces, Embroideries, Gloves, Hosiery, Underwear, Table Linens, NapHns, Towels, Crashes, Sheetings of ah' widths, ^uting Flannels, All-wool White Flannels, Wash Flannels, French Flannels, Bed Spreads, Blan- | kets, Comforts, Window Draperies, jj Swisses, Portiers, Lace Curtains, etc. | Special Bargains in Sun Shades I and Umbrellas \ The Largest and most Complete Stock of Dry j Goods in the Northwest | MONTAGUE JMGH ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- Pictured top row, left to right: Pauline Jacobs, Ruth P. Pratt, Emma Mythaler; bottom row, left to right: Margaret J. Clark, Clara Norman, Hattie B. Thompson, Kate M. Schutt, Florence M. Griffith. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER JUNE, 1900 EVOLUTION OF THE GANGLION SADIE; J. ROGERS HE wonderful evolution, development, growth of vegetable and animal life, under proper conditions, and their rapid de­cay under adverse circumstances, are beyond question. This is due to the fact that a watchful eye is ever ready to note the new leaf or tendril, to rejoice over any indications of increased animal power and in the absence of either, to seek and remove the cause. That brain evolution, or rather mental evolution, through its physical organism is more difficult to study, and therefore less understood by the many, is obvious. Were it possible to be well equipped with the necessary apparatus for observing the different stages of cell, ganglionic and nervous development, could we see the workings of the brain and the immediate results of certain processes of treatment, possibly many diffi­culties would be removed. "Education cannot create anything new: it can only develop and unfold the already existing faculties of the human mind." In treating this subject therefore, my purpose is not an attempt to introduce the new, but a hope that out of the abundance of the old, I may present a few thoughts in such a simple, logical manner, that those who read, may be led to investigate to an extent that will result in at least one extra convolution of the cerebral cortex of each child under their care. T ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- 4 The Normal Messenger As far as possible I shall exclude psycholog­ical technicalities and take for granted that with the general physiological divisions of the brain, you are so familiar, that I may spare you their enumeration and make use of only such as are necessary as a basis for a discussion of the subject. By means of experimental investigation, it has been proven that from the jelly-fish up­ward throughout the animal kingdom is recognizable a peculiar tissue, which psycholo­gists designate, nerve tissue. This nerve tissue, consisting of gray and white matter, made up of minute nerve cells and nerve fibers, im­bedded in a substance called nerve cement, constitutes what is known as the cerebro spinal axis or nervous system of mankind, which has the entire supervision of all the actions of the human body, either muscular or mental. The great nerve centers of the nervous system, are the spinal cord and the brain. The minute nerve cells comprising the gray matter of each of these nerve centers, are col­lected in aggregates called ganglia, and it is with the evolution of the ganglion that this paper is to deal. As the ganglion is an aggregation of cells, connected by nerve fibers, so the spinal cord is an aggregation of ganglia. From this organ pass, in pairs, the nerves controlling the muscles of the body. To this organ pass sensory nerves, whose function it is to trans­mit stimuli to the nerve centers. The movements of the infant are auto­matic, pure and simple, until he reaches that stage in development, whereby he begins to direct or control them. The wholly auto­matic or spontaneous actions have served their purpose. By a sort of dawning will power, he now begins to direct or systemize certain muscular movements, which in time become what we term reflex action. In other words, the nerve centers or ganglia, have ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- The Normal Messenger 5 through the direction of the brain, repeated the act so often as to have thoroughly learned their work, and henceforth the controlling power is in the spinal cord. When by means of the sensory nerves the stimulus is carried directly to the ganglia of the spinal cord and the act is performed independently of brain disturbance, we have an example of reflex action. To illustrate: a fly lights upon the face of the sleeping child, the sensory nerve communicates the tactile disturbance to the spinal ganglia, where the direction is changed to a motor nerve which communicates with a muscle of the arm. The hand is raised; the fly disappears, but the child sleeps on. "Reflex action," says Halleck, "so important in human life and education, is the deputy of the brain, and directs myriads of movements, leaving the higher powers to attend to the weightier matters." As the normal child conies into the world with all the organs in miniature that are to develop into the physical man, so the brain, the physical basis for mind, contains in miniature all the nerve centers or ganglia it will ever have. As the parent and physician carefully watch the development of the physical body, imagine, if 3rou can, the consternation depicted in their faces, should they become aware, that through some unknown cause, or perhaps inattention on their part, even the most unimportant organ was becoming deformed or showed signs of arrested development. Why? Be­cause every part of the physicial organism is essential to every other part and in so much as the physical being is imperfect, in so much is that life robbed of it's birthright. What is true of the physical, is true of the mental. The cortex of the brain is an aggre­gation of nerve centers, waiting for develop­ment, and if neglected will remain in an arrested state and the individual is a cripple. Localization of brain functions is no longer doubted by students of psychology. By this ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- 6 The Normal Messenger we mean that the outer gray rind or cortex has been mapped out, experiments showing that different functions should be assigned to different localities. The motor area is so definitely fixed that the ganglion controlling the movements of a finger may be located. Behind and below the motor area, we find the sensory area, which is proven by the fact that disease or injury of the ganglia of cer­tain portions, will destroy the sense of sight, that of other portions, hearing, etc., etc. While it is true that certain brain areas are definite, it is also true that general brain action and nourishment will affect the entire cortex and keep alive the centres to a great extent; bear in mind, however, that each of these areas has sub-divisions and each sub­division has its brain centres depending upon the use of environments for their perfect growth. We have shown that the physical and mental organisms are similarly developed. We hope to show that they are dependent upon each other for their full development. Prof. Gates, of Washington, asks this ques­tion: "If destruction of corticle areas pro­duces disease of corresponding organs, may we not expect that strengthening and up­building these areas will produce development and health in the organs?" The duty then of the teacher is clear. Lead the child to use his environments that all the sensations may be aroused into activ­ity and result in ganglionic development. In the words of Khron, "Educate the entire brain." Educate not one sense, but each sense. If the senses are the window's to the soul, then throw wide each curtain, that in whatever direction the soul may turn, the light upon the pathway may reveal new beauties. That all sensations come to us through the senses and give rise to motor activity, demon­strates the fact that motor, as well as mental ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- The Normal Messenger 7 development, depends upon sense training. One of the greatest truths spoken is that "The highest elevation to man's psj'chical nature can only be attained by due attention to his physical development." According to Spencer, we must first make a perfect animal. As neither the brain nor the body can be edu­cated separately nor independently, neither the one nor the other can be neglected. Life is growth. The greater the growth the more life. Growth comes through exercise and use. Before dwelling upon the delicacy of and the possibilities for ganglionic development through the sense organs, let us consider some of the existing conditions, in order that the best may be accomplished. Children come to us in various stages of development. Their inheritances are different; their home influ­ences are different, and their future lives will vary. We must take them as they are, study their needs and help them as best we can, bearing in mind that the proper guidance by the qualified teacher will start each one on the road, not to fame perhaps, but to physi­cal, mental and moral health. It has already been shown that it is the function of different portions of the brain to respond to and grow through the use of the sense organs. Every sensation carried to the brain excites a corresponding motor activity, therefore note a few illustrations of the ad­vantage to the child, growing out of this de­velopment. The sense of smell, which is said to play the smallest part in mental develop­ment, is capable of a high degree of cultiva­tion and its perceptions are astonishingly delicate. Prof. Perry, the blind pianist, when asked by his hostess if he were fond of roses, replied, "Yes, very fond of them. I prefer the yellow," said he, reaching toward the yellow rose and avoiding the red one which was held nearer him, being guided by the odor of the roses. The sweet fragrance of the new mown hay ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- 8 The Normal Messenger and the wild flowers of the field, have caused many a child to remain long in action, drink­ing in the much-needed pure air, bringing to his cheek the tint of health and to his frail body strength and robustness. Many illustrations might be given to show the extent to which each sense may be trained and the consequent growth of ganglionic centers, thrown into activity by this train­ing, but it is more important that a few thoughts be given to the when and how and the results or ends to be reached. As the sensory centers or ganglia remain plastic but a comparatively short time, the time to begin the training is in infanc}', in the kindergarten; in the primary school. This is the time for the child to learn to use his senses; this is the time to lay the foundation for all future development; this the time to train him to make use of his environments rather than allow his environments to make use of him; this the time when circumstances should be made favorable to the development of a self-directing power, which enables him to form character, rather than have it formed for him. In the words of Halleck, "If the requisite means for training and developing the nervous system are not forthcoming in early life, even the possible genius may never develop a frac­tion of his earliest possibilities." When we reflect that the sensory brain tracts are modi­fied by the song of a bird, or take into con­sideration that the slightest muscular move­ment causes a modification in the motor ganglia, we appreciate to some extent the truth of the assertion that every exertion leaves a certain ineffable trace. The sense organs can only be fully trained by pleasurable exercise brought about by a necessity for thought and movement. All sense training thatcombinesthetwo develops energy and force of character. A well de­veloped brain shows itself quite as much in muscular movement as in intellectual activi- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- The Normal Messenger 9 ties, hence the necessity for manual training departments added to our school curriculum. Even feeble-minded children have been trained b}- the handling of the saw and other tools; to fix their attention by degrees, till their work compared favorably with that of more fortunate children. SENIOR CLASS SONG There is a Normal on a hill, on a hill, And there wise teachers show their skill, show their skill, In training boys and girls to be Wise pedagogues just such as we. CHORUS: Fare thee well, for we must leave thee, Do not let the parting grieve thee, And remember that the best of friends must part, must part. Adieu, adieu, kind friends, adieu, adieu, adieu, We can no longer stay with you, stay with you. From Normal tasks we're now forever free. Oh! May the world go well with thee. In book reviews they do delight, do delight, But when you study all the night, all the night, They tell you that will never, never do, The years of life are all too few. C H O . - Oh, you should see those children dear, chil­dren dear, The children, who are gathered here, gathered here, That those who wish may trials give To methods, which they hope will live. CHO.— There are many things which we might say, we might say, But time for us will not delay, not delay His flight, we're sad to leave you. Oh! But "parting is such sweet sorrow." CHO.— ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- 10 The Normal Messenger THE TRUSTEES The Board of Trustees consists of three members appointed by the governor from the residents of Whatcom county. Hon. Jere Neterer, the president of the Board, is a prominent attorney with an ex­tensive record of usefulness to the state. He was born in Indiana and has practiced there and in Kansas. For a number of years he has lived in New Whatcom, and has earned a justly deserved reputation of the highest de­gree of excellence. Mr. J. J. Edens, who has been a member of the Board continuously from its first organ­ization, is an extensive property owner of New Whatcom. He served throughout the civil war, in a Missouri regiment from his native state, and is a pioneer in the Sound country. Mr. Frank C. Teck is a journalist by pro­fession, being editor of "The Blade," of New Whatcom. He is also the author of a volume of poems, and is well known by his extensive literary productions. The Secretary of the Board, who acts solely as clerk, is Mr. L. H. Darwin. He is the Bel-lingham Bay correspondent of the Associated Press and of the "Seattle Times." His efficient and genial performance of his duties has won much commendation. OUR FACULTY The corps of instructors consists of the principal and eight assistants. This includes the critic teachers and the superintendent of the model school. The stated meetings of the faculty occur every Monday afternoon in the principal's office. As a body the faculty has joined with the trustees in giving two recep­tions during the year; one at the opening of the school year, and one to the graduating class. It also entertained the senior class the week before commencement. A brief bio- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- J. J. E D B SS ,(ERE NETERER ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- FRANK C. TECK. I*. H. DARWIN ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- The Normal Messenger 11 graphical sketch and a portrait of each of the members is here presented as aleadingfeature of this issue. On assuming his duties in May, 1899, Dr. Mathes supervised the finishing of the in­terior of the building and made everything ready for the reception of students. An im­portant duty was the selection of a faculty. Over seventy letters of application were re­ceived and it was only after careful consider­ation that the corps of teachers was chosen. Besides preparing the circular of information and mailing 1,600 copies, Dr. Mathes, during the summer, visited eight institutes as in­structor. The whole year's work for the school had to be planned and then the large attendance made reorganization necessary after the school had been open two weeks. Also the selection of 1,600 books for the li­brary devolved upon him. The principal has arranged all programs for daily class work, planned the work for the reading course and the professional lectures, besides conduct­ing 480 recitations during the year. In addi­tion to this he has himself written 1,800 letters in a year; traveled 4,000 miles in this state and has delivered 35 lectures on various subjects in all parts of Western Washington. Prof. John T. Forrest is a native of the state of Iowa and is a graduate of the Cen­tral University of that state. After coming to this state he edited a newspaper for two years and taught school for fourteen years in the city of Chehalis, Washington. He has charge of the department of mathematics and is acting principal in the absence of the presi­dent. He is critic of the Aurora society. The department of science is in charge of Prof. Francis W. Eply, who came from the Normal School of West Superior, Wisconsin. He was also principal of the High School of Marquette, Michigan, and he has pursued ad­vanced work in various summer schools. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- 12 The Normal Messenger Miss Jane Connell has the work in English and Latin. She is a graduate of Wooster University, Ohio, and also of the School of Pedagogy, of New York City. She taught four and one-half years at Miss Bliss' Pre­paratory school in Yonkers, N. Y. She also taught one year at Sheridan College, Wy­oming. She is critic of the Chilic society. Miss Avadana Millett, of the art depart­ment, is a graduate of the Winona State Normal school, Minnesota. She has also made a special study of art in the art schools of Chicago, and taught very successfully in Minneapolis and in Seattle. This year she has taught drawing, reading and physical culture. Miss Millett has been the critic of the Utopian club for the entire year. Miss Ida Agnes Baker offers the courses in vocal music and in English grammar. She also supervises the music in the Model school. She came from Iowa to this state some years ago and taught in Lewis county. Robert B. Vaile has taught physiology, algebra and American history to the first year class. He is a graduate of the pedagogical department of the University of Michigan and has also spent a year in the office of an educational journal published in Chicago, his home city. Miss Sadie Rogers, superintendent of the model school, has had an extensive experience in her chosen line of work, having recently come from similar labors in Montana. She has accomplished much in her department and the training class owe much of the ad­vancement they have made to her guidance. Miss Catherine Montgomery', the super­visor of the primary department of the prac­tice school, has been an eminently successful teacher in Seattle and has been principal of a grammar school in Chehalis. She has a happy faculty of imparting her excellent spirit and methods to the prospective teachers who come under her. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- The Normal Messenger 13 THE CLASS OF 1900. The eight yomig ladies who compose the first graduating class of the Normal School have now accomplished, with the aid of all the surrounding influences, the task of com­pleting the course of study as it is laid down. They occupy a unique position, inasmuch as they are pioneers in the history of the gradu­ating classes. Because of the newness of the institution and of the state, their previous history is of some considerable interest, and they well deserve even a more extended bio­graphical article than now follows. "A daughter of the gods, divinely tall And most divinely fair." Clara Norman was born in Preston, Minn., in 1879. When she was but six months old, her parents moved to Dakota, where she spent her early childhood. In 1892 her family moved to Port Townsend, Washington, and there Clara attended the public schools. Later she spent two years at the Pacific Academy, Parkman, and two and one-half years at the Ellensburg State Normal School. Miss Norman expects to study drawing in Chicago after graduation, as she has already shown much talent in that line. "She seeks to be good, but aims not to be great A woman's noblest station is retreat." Oregon is the native state of Ruth Pratt, but her early childhood was spent in Seattle, where she expects to reside in the future. Her early education was received in that place. Miss Pratt attended the University of Wash­ington for three years, and expects to com­plete the course there next year. She was born March 25, 1881, and is thus the young­est member of the graduating class. ' 'The poet in a golden clime was born With golden stars above; no sword Of wrath her right arm whirl'd, But one poor poet's schrall, and with his word She shook the world." TwTenty-four years ago, on Thanksgiving day, Kate Schutt was born in Hornellsville, N. Y. She grew up, as children will, and also went to school. She graduated from the ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- 14 The Normal Messenger High School of her native town and spent one year in post-graduate work. She had a scholarship in Cornell University and gradu­ated from there in three years, taking the de­gree of A. B. with the class of '98. The spring of '99 saw the family on Bellingham Bay, and we are proud to have a Cornell graduate in our class of '00. Miss Schutt has been elected principal of the Aberdeen High School, and the board is certainly for­tunate in securing her services, both on ac­count of her marked ability and because she does not expect to leave school to get mar­ried, as some members of our faculty do. "We know thee, Reen ? In intellect, with force and skill To strive, to fashion, to fulfill." Emma Mythaler is a native of Waterloo, Iowa. The early years of her life were spent there, and she graduated from the Waterloo High School as valedictorian of her class. Coming west she settled in Tacoma, where she attended the Puget Sound University for some time. She holds a first grade certificate and is a teacher of wide experience. In the teacher's life which lies before her we wish her all possible success. "Your words have virtue, such as draws A faithful answer from the breast Thro' light reproaches, half expressed And loyal unto kindly laws." Pauline Jacobs was born in New York City twenty-six years ago. When but a child her parents moved to Kansas, and here she spent several years of her childhood and received her early education. Since coming to the Sound country she has attended the public school at Lynden and the Ellensburg Normal School. She has also taught for several years. Her life work is certainly well chosen, and if her work while here with us was indicative of the future, we may with safety predict a brilliant and successful one for her. "O sweet, pale Margaret, O rare, pale Margaret, The very smile before you speak, That dimples your transparent cheek, Enriches all the heart, and feedeth The senses with a still delight." ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- The Normal Messenger 15 Margaret J. Clark was born in Oshkosh, Wis., Sept. 7, 1874. She is the first graduate of the Everett High School and is the president of the Alumni association of that institution. She has spent one year at the State Univer­sity and last year taught successfully in the Everett schools. In her work this year at the Normal she has shown ability and faith­fulness. As a member of the Utopian Literary Society she has ever shown her readiness to do her share. In the training department she has been very successful. Her greatest charm is her true womanliness. Unselfish and ever ready to lend a helping hand, she is a favorite with all who know her. "A life that all the muses deck'd With gifts of grace, that might express All comprehensive tenderness, All subtilizing intellect." Hattie Thompson, who is the president of the senior class and also librarian of the school, was born in Barnard, Missouri, June 11, 1875. She went to California when four years of age, and from there to Tacoma, Wash., where her early education was re­ceived. She attended the Puget Sound Uni­versity and graduated from the Tacoma Busi­ness College. Four years of her life have been spent in teaching, and we know from the work already done that this is where her power lies. She has a happy faculty of "lending a hand" to struggling ones. Her face has been an inspiration throughout the jrear to the students, and we are glad to know she will be with us again next year. " 'Tis beauty that dost oft make woman proud; 'Tis virtue that dost make them most admired; 'Tis modesty that makes them seem divine." Miss Florence Griffith was born in Eureka Springs, Ark., Feb. 11,1880. When Florence was three years old her parents moved to Kansas, and two years were spent there before coming to New Whatcom, where Florence's education was received. She graduated from the High School in the class of '97. One year was spent in teaching; then she went to the University of Washington. She entered the Normal this year and has been a welcome ad­dition to the school. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- m NORMAL MESSENGER Published Quarterly by the Students of THE NEW WHATCOM STATE NORMAL SCHOOL NEW WHATCOM, WASH. TERMS: FORTY CENTS A YEAR. Entered as second class matter at the postoffice at New Whatcom, Washington BESSIE GRIGGS, . . . . Editor-in-Chief ASSOCIATE EDITORS Utopian Alcott Kulshaa r Aurora First Year - Philomathian FACULTY COMMITTEE CATHERINE MONTGOMERY, ROBERT B. VAILE, AVADANA MILLETT J. N. SELBY, Business Manager VOL. I. JUNE, 1900 No. 3 The closing of the first \'ear of a new in­stitution is an event well worth more than passing moment, and the end of the first school year of the New Whatcom State Normal School is fraught with no small amount of material for reflection. A review and an in­ventory and a forecast are all pertinent at the present moment. This first scholastic year has naturally been one of adjustment, of making traditions, of laying foundations. The labor involved in such a task, in which the fortunes of two hundred and sixty young people are directly involved and in which the credit of the com­monwealth of Washington is to a degree at stake, is not necessarily evident in external symbols. The influence that has gone forth will become apparent in subtle and unosten­tatious ways. The substructure built this year will come to the test in the years to come. The newness has been worn off the building by these ten months of solid work and the novelty of the situation is lessened somewhat. Beneath is found a well-ordered system, a substantial organization, a growing tendency toward higher things. The impetus furnished by the history of the short past, favored by CLARA NORMAN MARIE AMES EMMA ROWLEY PEARL LEE JESSIE SHOCKEY C. S. BONNER ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- The Normal Messenger 17 the interest and commendation of the public, is clearly revealed at the present moment in the various phases of the school's life. The prospect for the coming year is filled with that which is both good and cheering. Preparations are already made for as large an extension of the facilities of the school as is deemed wise under the existing circumstan­ces. Everything points to an era of increased usefulness of the school to the students and to the state. HISTORY OF THE JUNIORS Of the many young ladies and few young men who assembled at the Whatcom Normal last September, there were thirty-five of the former who had so far ascended the educa­tional ladder as to be adjudged by that august body, the faculty, eligible to membership in the Junior class. As a member of said class I take pleasure in giving a brief account of the work we have done, leaving the public to discover for itself what we have left undone. Under the guidance of the faculty the Juniors have, by diligent toil, reached one more round on the ladder by which they may rise to their chosen profession. Under the supervision of Professor Eplv we have delved into the mysteries of science, and, that we might better understand the mechanism of the human (?) body, our pet, the pussy-cat, has been sacrificed regardless of our tears and protestations. Furthermore, we have, in the study of psychology, explored the secret chambers of the mind, each principle discussed being for­cibly impressed by the use of "homely illus­trations" drawn from immediate surround­ings. Our professor has stated to the class that, by introspection, he has proved—public opinion to the contrary notwithstanding— that "the pulse does not beat one whit faster when walking on the street with a young ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- 18 The Normal Messenger lady than when—gazing upon the sublimity of the Cascades." Each day at 2:30 "sharp," those in the re­gions of bliss—namely, far from the chemical laboratory—ha ve been appraised that the hour of scientific experiments was at hand. Stifling fumes arose from the lower regions, bringing to mind the picture of thirty aproned figures generating odious gases. However, the class feel fully recompensed for any discomfort experienced, since, at the close of the year's work they were ushered into the "dark room" and initiated into the mj'steries of photography. After so exhaustive a course in scientific investigation, the members of the class feel fully competent to dissect the bod}-, explain mental phenomena, and analyze all chemical compounds. Miss Baker, the instructor in music, has demonstrated the fact that "Music hath charms to soothe the savage breast." This is evident to all who have observed the present docility of the class. Under the instruction of Professor Forrest we have become proficient in arithmetical combination, invoulution and progression. Each of the class has been supplied with a set of geometrical figures designed to assist in the future development of the juvenile mind. How Miss Connell has contributed to our knowledge of good English will be evident when it is known that many a midnight dream found us with dimmed eyes and throbbing head, still conning Rice's Outlines for History and Literature, or McMurry's Special Method; but we love her and wrote quire upon quire of the "Home Environment Theory," "The Culture Epoch Theory," "Correlation of History and Literature, "etc. Even now, at the remembrance, my hand automatically writes the "Essentials for a Good Child Story." ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- EDWARD T. MATHGS • ••"-•'i^. ••: gt;,•;• j ^ ^ ^ ^ | ^ B ^B^KlllilllliK ' • lt;;.•" gt;:: ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ ^ H ^ ^ f c ' ^ B (W " sfeilRpf1':, ~ IWP---' -_^^^^^^^^B|SiM$l: 1^" •^••feiilBllPl8 lt;%: l^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^A - ' '^^^If^' '.? £; •:.; ;-.•;,::V.'v. .::-i-..''.:•.•^ti.r ::W.5^ JOHN T. POI ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- The Normal Messenger 19 Although we have a most circumspect faculty^, yet, under the guidance of Miss Mil-lett, we have learned an innocent little "skip" with two steps, and another with three, (first step long, last two short). With this we have interspersed numerous juvenile games, that when we shall have blossomed forth into full-fledged teachers we may be en­abled to give our small victims such exercises as will "promote growth through the stimu­lation of breathing and circulation; and also blood formation, which is sadly hindered by forced durance in school." Under the same instructor the aesthetic side of our natures has been developed to a marvelous degree. Not only have we become versed in the art of making conventional de­signs, but have also reached that stage of perfection at which we are able to most vividly illustrate such poetical passages as: "The king is in the parlor counting out his money, The queen is in the pantry eating bread and honey,"etc. Certain members of the class are so grati­fied with their success as to intend to make this line of work their specialty. It is with the keenest regret we are forced to say that we have never "had" Professor Vaile. Of the reason for this we are not aware; but having heard a rumor which has floated out from Chicago, we are led to be­lieve that in this one instance the charms of the Juniors have failed to attract. However, knowing that the Seniors have had him as an instructor this year, we wait patiently, hoping that when we fill the vacancy made by their departure, we may have the same privileges they have enjoyed. It is with the deepest remorse that we speak of our work in the training depart­ment. Although we have read and reviewed numerous books, written scores of lesson plans, prepared monthly reports, and other­wise taken advantage of the opportunities offered us, yet we feel that we have in no way ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- 20 The Normal Messenger done justice either to the pupils under our care, to ourselves, or to our most kind and proficient instructor, Miss Rogers, and her assistant, Miss Montgomery. However, con­sidering the material they have had to work upon, our benefactresses have done wonders. Thirty-five teachers (in embryo) have been added to the ranks of that most worthy pro­fession. And though the class does not hope to attain to that degree of perfection which they see in the nine examples before them, yet it is their earnest desire that in time they may become worthy to (in the words of a Senior) "teach the young ideas how to sprout." But before closing we would say a word of farewell to the Seniors. There can be no doubt but that this, the class of 1900 is the strongest yet graduated from the Whatcom Normal. It is with sadness that we see them go forth from the protection of the alma mater; but we lay aside all those selfish feelings and say with the poet, "To where glorj' awaits thee," (and give the Juniors a chance). And above all, in all, and through all has been the guiding hand of our beloved Presi­dent, Dr. Mathes. With clear, calm eye and gracious smile he has shown us the light, through the clouds which seem to surround us, and with a strong, firm hand has made the rough places smooth. With the most perfect trust shall we place ourselves under his guidance for another year. The next issue of the MESSENGER will occur in August. One of its leading features will be the announcements for the Fall Term of the Normal. It will also contain the full calendar for the ensuing school year. Among other important features will be the "Whereabouts of Old Students." If you are not already a subscriber, this issue will be a good one with which to begin. If Normalites will write the MESSENGER statinghow they have spent their vacation and where they will be next year, the same will be published in the August issue. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- The Normal Messenger 21 LITERARY SOCIETIES ALCOTT SOCIETY Now it came to pass in the days of William, of the tribe of McKinley, in the third year of his reign, that a great institution, whose foundations were laid upon the shores of Puget Sound, arose in the land of the pine trees. Yea, verily it was a temple set upon a hill. And a certain wise man from the East, one Edward, of the tribe of Mathes, went thither to take upon his broad shoulders the arduous duties of Great High Priest in this lofty temple of knowledge. And moreover, it came to pass in the autumn season of the same year that from all the country round about, the young men and maidens did flock to this temple, bearing with them minds alert and earnest hearts. And on the fifteenth day of the same month, certain young women and likewise certain young men did assemble themselves together for the purpose of uniting in the bonds of literary fellowship and social communion. And when the band was finally united, it was not without "Ames;" its ideals were high; its aspirations lofty; and at all times and all seasons did it seek to " Carrie " on its work with "Love and Joy." The "House" was never divided against itself, but was held together in harmony and strength by means of "Buckles." Moreover was the banner borne on high by the fair and mighty host and thereon boldly emblazoned shown forth the name of Alcott. These same Alcotts did not only aspire to be great literary lights among men, but also to excel in the divinely appointed feminine arts, and under the glorious leadership and able instruction of the most excellent "Baker" they did prosper and were magnified in the sight of all societies from thenceforth. And as the days wore on, the host of the Alcotts waxed strong in members and powerful in in- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- 22 The Normal Messenger fluence. From the day of its organization it has ranked high among the like organiza­tions that flourished round about them and has always maintained that rank even unto this day. Selah! After these things and the establishment thereof, certain of the brethren, of whom they boasted because they had "Moore," became filled with discontent because they yearned for overmuch power and honor, and when they perceived that they were not receiving parlimentary drill sufficient to satisfy the cravings of their thirsty minds, they did rise up against the fair damsels and did conspire how they might occupy diverse seats of honor. And after fruitless attempts and ill-fated devices, they did make woeful threats of de­sertion, did finally withdraw themselves from the feminine ranks and did institute a rank and file all their own, and from thenceforth were screened from the gaze of all beholders by a delicate " Vaile." And now although the sons had gone out from their borders, there still remained with the Alcotts, the "Masterson" together with a "Williamson" and the maidens fair did continue to their work in "Shumway" and did continue to assemble together on the fifth day of the week as was their custom. JOHN F. DUFUR, President GEO. B. BURKE, Cashier The Citizens National Bank OF FAIRHAVEN Transacts a General gar^irjg grjd G^ebarjCJe gtisirjess WISCONSIN GROCERY Largest Assortment in the City MASON BLOCK FAIRHAVEN, WASH. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- The Normal Messenger 23 And at every gathering in their appointed precincts when the scribe did read forth one by one the names of the several Alcott maid­ens, they did respond with wise and beautiful sayings, one of which given impressively in a " G a r " [clear] voice was, "A 'Tarte' temper never mellows with age." And then would follow one after another, the voice of a sweet singer, a gentle poet, a witty speaker, an earnest debater or the voice of one who read from a scroll. And all these proceedings served for the edifications of the maidens assembled. And it came to pass at the close of the winter season, it was heralded forth from the general assembly of the temple that the Alcotts would hold a great gathering, and accord­ingly a great gathering was held. And all the congregation of the Utopians, with the Auroras, and all the host of the Kulshans, to­gether with the tribe of Chilics, even unto the sons of the Philomathians, and yet to the Acorns and Four-Leaf Clovers that came up out of the lower temple, assembled in one body to harken unto the wisdom of their words and the voice of their songs. So there was great rejoicing in the temple, for since the time of Sappho and Pericles, the like was never known. And now when all this was finished and many weeks had passed, the Alcotts did pro­claim a feast and a time of rejoicing at the temple. Accordingly all Whatcom did come N. N. HINSDALE TELEPHONE use Plumber and Tinner and Dealer in HARDWARE, STOVES AND RANGES Sash, Doors and Windows, Paints and Oils, Plumbing Tin-Work a Specialty Cor. E. and 13th Sts. NEW WHATCOM R. H. DIEZMAN Dealer in Choice Family Groceries FRUITS, PLOUR AND PBBD Cor. 12th St. and Harris Ave. Fairhaven Phone 5404 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- 24 The Normal Messenger up to the temple set upon a hill, and when the multitude drew near, the singer sang, the trumpeters sounded, and as many as were of a free heart did partake of ice-cream and the sweet delicacy of the oven. And as the year drew to its close, the glory of the Alcotts grew brighter and it came even to pass that the trumpeters and singers were as one to make the sound to be heard in praising their name, and when they lifted up their voices with trumpets and cymbals and instruments of music, and praised their name singing, "Tra la la la la, Tra la la la la, La la la la la La. Tra la la la la, Tra la la la la, Tra la la la la, T o JO l o I n 1q T O Whoray-Whoray ! Whoray ! Al c o t t ! ! ! " Then the temple was filled with a glory past conceiving and the name and the fame of the Alcott will be there forever. Selah! AURORA SOCIETY. As we bid adieu to our first year of school work at the Normal, we do not forget to take a glimpse into the room where the father of the Godess of Dawn presides. Here not only the minutest details of mathematics have been made plainly visible—and without the aid of the microscope—but here the Auroras assembled. Listen while the walls echo the deeds of the past. Ah, we would forget how we sat nervous­ly awaiting the awful moment when our turn should come to appear before the society in HARVEY L. DICKINSON CO. Real Estate, Insurance and Warrant Brokers RAILROAD AVE. NEAR CORNER OF HOLLY DR. C. A. DARLING—^ gt; DENTIST Rooms 6 and 7 Holly Block Cor. Dock and Holly Sts. NEW WHATCOM, WASH. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- The Normal Messenger 25 the capacity of a performer, and only remem­ber that our work was done and we are the stronger for the effort. We would forget that four Seniors subju­gated us and dominated imperiously, but only remember that the faculty marked an epoch in our history when they excused the Seniors from literary work. We would forget that ourbo\rs never made eloquent orations, never distinguished them­selves in debate, but remember that they have long since departed and now, here and there in the Normal cemetery, a white slab com­memorates the mourned. We would forget that the play we fondly anticipated did not materialize, but remember the participants enjoyed the sublime poetry of the waltz where tetrameter was in evidence. We would forget that our rays were not always as polished and bright as they should have been under the guidance of Prof. Forrest, but remember that a jewel of a president shown with perpetual brilliancy. Ah! we delight to bask in the smiles of a first love, but space is forbidden us. Here's success to the Aurora ! O, ye rays so bright and true, Long may you live and prosper. Glorious fame will be your due. PHILOMATHIAN DEBATING CLUB. The young men of the school conceived the idea of organizing a literary society of their own only after due discussion and deliber­ation. The sentiment became openly ex- BICYCLERS, TAKE NOTE ! Sarah came into our store, PHOTO Ordered soda—liked it— GOODS Drank it up and had some more And then went out and biked it ENGBERGt'S PHARMACY, FAIRHAVEH BOLLONG GROCERY CO. WHOLESALE / 0 „ « « ^ » .« RETAIL L i r o e e rs 1706 ELEVENTH ST. FAIRHAVEN, WASH. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- 26 The Normal Messenger pressed by the close of the first term that the male contingent of the Normal could attain better results in the line of debating and parliamentary practice by combining their then much-scattered forces. They also felt they could secure a share of attention and recognition more nearly proportional to their deserts by so uniting. Thus it was that the Philomathian Debating Club was formed on Washington's birthday, 1900, with Mr. Vaile as its faculty critic. The course that the society has since pursued has been filled with vicissitudes, but it has confidently pressed on until it has at last reached clear water. At the beginning its membership was thirty, and the partings of these from their respective societies were in many cases even pathetic. On the other hand, there were scornful acts and words hurled upon their heads, but they did not heed them. When the young ladies protested that some of their number would be unable to go to the student reception unless allowed to invite an escort from outside, the young men offered their services graciously, only to be refused in every instance. The bright spot in the history of the club is the public entertainment given on April 6. An elaborate program was prepared, but in the very midst of it a specially prepared altercation between two of the members oc­curred in the audience room, which naturally caused the immediate convening of the Philo- LARSON SPENCER / -— MUSIC DEALERS I O W A G R O C E RY W. A. MARSH, Proprietor Staple and Fancy Groceries, Provisions, Fruits, Nuts, Candies, Etc. Phone 5103 mo Harris Ave., FAIRHAVEN ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- FRANCIS W. EPLV JANE CONNELL ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- AVADANA MILLETT SADIE R. ROGERS ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- The Normal Messenger 27 mathian Court, which meted out justice to the offender. The Chillick Society offered to serve refreshments after the regular program, and the young men gladly availed themselves of the opportunity of accepting a victory that they felt they had fairly earned. Alto­gether it seemed to be quite successful. Elections occur every four weeks, and no one is eligible for the same office twice in one year. The four presidents thus far chosen are Messrs. Myers, Geo. Blonden, S. C. Bonner, and Olaf Webb. In the officers of the Normal Senate the club is represented by Mr. Myers. Next year promises to be a successful one, and every inducement is offered to make it so, especially if the membership is large. UTOPIAN LITERARY CLUB. The members of the U. L. C, after tossing for many years upon the changing waves of fortune, have reached at last the haven of safety and are installed as members of the Utopian Republic. On the 15th of September, A.D. 1899, fifty students convened in the art room of the Nor- MORRIS JONES Stationer Bookseller Eleventh St., Fairhaven, Wash. For Ladies' and Gents' FINE SHOES GO TO THE FAIRHAVEN SHOE STORE | J. E. WALSH ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- 28 The Normal Messenger mal to establish there a republic. A constitu­tion was immediately framed which shall stand as a monument to the wisdom of the republic. The Crescent is the official paper. The Utopian Republic was established for literary purposes; a very extensive field of work has been covered this year. A number of the poets have been studied, besides many of the topics of the day. But "a little non­sense now and then is relished by the wisest men," so a humorous program has been ar­ranged for every month. The conversational program was a very original plan for spend­ing an afternoon. The Utopians treated the public to an original play written by the young ladies. The assembly hall was taxed to its utmost with an appreciative audience. For one evening they were given a glimpse into a good, old-fashioned Thanksgiving. Twice the state room of the republic has been thrown open to the public, the first time for a candy sale, the second for a luncheon. On both occasions the room was converted into a bower of loveliness, the decorations being yellow, white and blue, the Utopian colors. 225 STATIONERY GO TO THE R A C K E T S T O RE FAIRHAVEN, WASH. I WHflTGOM SOUVENIRS I g State Normal Book Marker - $ .75 | | | State Normal Spoons . . . 1.50 || j | "Jim Quilshan Spoons" - - 3.00 t§ Ejj Mt. Baker Spoons - - - 1.50 | I BERENS 1 I JEWELRY AND OPTICAL HOUSE 1 i h 1S8T-9 HOLLY ST., WHATCOM •? ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- The Normal Messenger 29 The republic has always pursued a policy of peace, but circumstances may change the policy of any nation. A challenge was sent to the Chillicks, a tribe of savages whose war cry had stricken terror into the hearts of a poor weak tribe called the Kulshan. The subject of contention, however, was not the Kulshan tribe, but the question, "Resolved, That women should be granted equal suf­frage." The eloquence, logical reasoning and consumate skill of the Utopians came out victorious. Great was the rejoicing and loud were the praises raised for the republic and its noble commander-in-chief. "Bootn-a-lacky, boom-a-lacky, zip boom bah ! Utopian, Utopian, rah, rah, rah ! Boom-a-lacky, boom-a-lacky, zip boom bah ! Avadana Millett, rah, rah, rah !" Not long ago the male population of the republic seceeded, but the Utopians, being strict adherents to peace, permitted them to withdraw unmolested into obscurity, "Vailed" from the outside world. "We hail Thee, our own Utopia, With hearts that are loyal and true, May those who enter the Normal next fall, Choose the yellow, the white and the blue." PACIFIC STEAM LAUNDRY UDNESS ERHOLM, Props. PHONE 1183 NORTH ELK STREET ELLIS SL S O N ' S S T E A L E R LINE WHATCOM, SEATTLE AND TACOMA ROUTE STEAMER SEHOME Leaves NEW WHATCOM at 8 p. m., Sundays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Leaves Northern Pacific Dock, Tacoma, at 3 p. m. City Dock, Foot of Main Street, Seattle, at 10 p. m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, for ANACORTES, FAIRHAVEN, NEW WHATCOM Pare to SEATTLE, $1; Pare to TACOMA, $1.50 W. H. ELLIS, MANAGER ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- 30 The Normal Messenger CHILLICK TRIBE The Chillick Tribe is all right, even if it is a tribe of natives. It boasts of more promi­nent members than any other society. It has among its members the president of the Sen­ate, two of the best singers, and the best musician in the Normal; the editor-in-chief of the MESSENGER and the only lady drummer. It also has the best critic and the best basket ball player. It has an orator, a satirist and a wit, and before the origin of the Philoma-theon Club it had a fine selection of boys. No society in school has a more enviable record, and much is expected from it. Its ice cream reception proved that besides all other good qualities, this club is not be­hind in social gifts. "A tribe there was, and that a goodly tribe That fro the tyme that it first bigan To finden out the truths of bettre love Loved science much and historie. And evere honoured by the facultie Discreet it was and ful of excellence But thereof nedeth not to speke, men know As well in Christendom as in heathenesse That it has honor for its worthynesse. For lernynge it shows greet charitee Aboveu all societies in Normal. Of studie had it moost care and moost heede, And in good felaweshipe is evermore, At sessiouns its words weren so wise, So estately was it of governaunce, Its resouns spak it ful solempnely, But natheless, I have not tyme and space, To telle you al of its condicioun, Of this tribe telle I no lenger tale Than it was cleped Chillick." MUNRO, BLflKE HASKELL PHONE 12 NEW WHATCOM, WASH. 1199 ELK STREET HARDWARE, TINNING * A / D 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. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- The Normal Messenger 31 Y. w. c. A. The work of the Y. W. C. A. was brought before the students and friends of the Normal, in a very entertaining and appreciative man­ner by a public entertainment, May 4, 1900. One number of the program was a short ad­dress on "The Object and Growth of Y. W. C. A." by Rev. W. A. Mackey. After the pro­gram, games were enjoyed and ice-cream and cake were sold. About ten dollars was cleared. This, added to money raised by subscription, will be used to support a child in India. Miss Jacobs and Miss Woodin were sent as delegates to the convention held in Seattle, May 4, 5 and 6. They returned with en­thusiastic reports, proud of the fact that our association compares very favorably with any in this district. Miss Jacobs went to Capo-lita, Cal., to attend a convention of all the associations of the Pacific Coast. DR. F. J. GEOGMIEGA^ DENTIST Corner R. R. Ave. and Holly St. Over Famous Shoe Store NEW WHATCOM, WASH. D. J. MCARTHUR, Notary Public H. D. MCARTHUR D. J. McARTHUR SON Real Estate, Loan, Insurance and Rental Agents ELK STREET NEW WHATCOH MITCHELL—— PHOTOGRAPHER DEALER IN FRAMES AND MOULDINGS Specially equipped to photograph I,arge Class Groups STUDIO IN REVEILLE BUILDING PHONE 1703 NEW WHATCOM ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- 32 The Normal Messenger OUR FACULTY. ALCOTT SOCIETY. A nice little man in New Whatcom does dwell, His name it is Mathes, we know bim quite well, He's president of the State Normal School, And "order in the library" is his chief rule. "No talking aloud—be quiet—be still." "No talking aloud—be quiet—be still." Prof. Eply the science man's next on the list; One problem in Physics he never has missed. With mirrors and lenses, with steam and with smoke, He was scared half to death for fear something'd be broke. Sing "gravity, focus, electrical shock," Sing "gravity, focus, electrical shock." Mister Forrest now added the third of the three A geometry, hard as hardest could be, With theorems difficult, problems like steel, Intended, of course, for the students' good weal. Sing "angle, right angle, perpendicular line," Sing "angle, right angle, perpendicular line." Miss Millett, the queen of the gymnasium, She teaches us not to act like a bum, So this is the way, we know it at last And now don't you think that we're learning quite fast? Sing "hands at your sides—in front of you so— Now forward and backward"—till over we go. J. PADDEN CO. BOOTS SHOES Prices and Qualities Guaranteed. HARRIS AND nth STS. FAIRHAVEN, WASH. A KODAK Doubles the pleasures of your Holidays C O L L I N S CO. DRUGGISTS ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- The Normal Messenger 33 The teacher in language, Miss Jane Connell is, She says to say ^'rise" and never say "riz," Not "your'n" and "our'n," and "we 'mis and we" Are improper; and always '"I am," not "I be." Sing "proper nouns, commas, white paper and ink," Till we all love grammar—we guess we don't think. Now Vaile is the man who cut up the cat; We guess he took pity on the unfortunate rat, But the class in physiology ne'er will annoy, For Robert B. Vaile is naught but a boy. Sing "cerebrum, biceps, peristalsis and mumps," Sing "cerebrum, biceps, peristalsis and mumps." Miss Baker's the only big singer we've got, And she ever tries to lead up the lot, Each morning in chapel—Oh this is the way ! She beats time, and makes us sing over the lay. Now "down and left, right, up, now ready, all sing, You must go a little faster and notes on time bring.'' You think that we haven't got very much to do ! Well, if we had the time we'd just show you. Misses Montgomery and Rogers of the training school, Are forever after us with some new rule. Sing "Note books—be careful—look out for your plans," I tell you we'll be glad when they're off of our hands. Now this is an introduction to our faculty, A better set of teachers you never will see. We'll say this about them, or we'd be afraid That on the Alcott Society they'd make a raid. The Alcott, the Alcott, oh zip bah boom ! The Alcott, the Alcott, oh give us more room! si~~~\ NO*TU O ^ z ^ t Business y ^ T / ? r / t ^ ^ Stenography lt;^27tdM^U^{e^ Special —^^S^S gt;S~ gt;N*—^ ^ /y~"\ Branches We teach bookkeeping as used in business. We teach the Twen­tieth Century Shorthand, the "X-Ray" of the shorthand world. All our qualified students are now holding good positions. NEW WHATCOM, WASH. £ PIANOS: Steinway, Emerson, A. B. Chase, Starr, ^ Gramer, Estey, Smith Barnes «|j ORGANS: W. W. Putnam, A. B. Chase, and £ Other Makes Sherman, Clay Co. J I PIANOS and ORGANS I Mail orders solicited Catalogues mailed free Sgj fr QRAHOPHONES RBOINA MUSIC BOXES ^ 514 Second Ave. Sj fe FAIRHAVEN, WASH. SEATTLE, WASH. J J ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- 34 The Normal Messenger The prooram of the first annual commence­ment exercises begins with Model School day, on Friday, June 8, and concludes with the formal presentation of diplomas, with an address by President F. P. Graves, of the University of Washington, on Thursday even­ing, June 14. Rev. W. A. Mackey, of the First Presbyte­rian church of New Whatcom, preached the bac­calaureate sermon on Sunday morning. The address before the literary societies was de­livered by President F. B. Gault, of Whit-worth College, Tacoma, on Monday evening. The class day exercises of the graduates took place in the audience room of the build­ing on Wednesday afternoon. Wednesday evening was given up to the reception by the trustees and faculty to the graduating class and the visitors. This issue of the MESSENGER is commem­orative of the passing this first mile stone in its history by our institution. Extra efforts have been made that it might in some degree adequately mark this important period. Its size has been increased, at least, and an inter­esting and valuable feature been added in the form of pictures. The other number of this volume will appear during the summer. BELLINGHAM BAY GAS CO. 1321 DOCK ST. Welsbach Lamps for Lighting Jewel Gas Ranges for Cooking Take your Savings Deposits to the Scandinavian • American Bank Sunset Bloc!- . .ier Elk and Holly Streets We Pay Interest on Time Savings Deposits Savings Department open Saturday Evenings from 6 till 9 o'clock. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- ROBERT B. VAIL.E IDA A. BAKER CATHERINE MONTGOMERY ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- The Normal Messenger 35 CLASS OF 1900 IN A COAL MINE The Faculty have the most sincere gratitude of the Seniors, for a most delightful "pleasure excursion." The steamboat ride from Silver Beach to the head of the lake, was of itself a treat. But the day was so full of joys it is impossible to determine which joy was most enjoyed. A bountiful lunch well seasoned with jokes and good-natured "hits;" Professor Eply at the coffee urn; a climb to the "hole;" a ride in the coal cars; "heads down or bump!"; asight of beautiful, soft, white fungi, and farther on of the hard, black coal seam; daylight once more and the discovery that everyone else was black too; more lunch; discovery of some fresh water sponge by,—guess who; a row on the lake and then the ride home, during which two countenances were very cloudy, black with—, not revenge; "Where is my c a p ?" these are some of the joys. Do you wonder that the Class of 1900 count May 26th as one of the happiest days of their school year at the N. W. S. N. S ? GREENBERG BROS. LEADING CLOTHIERS and ^-DRY GOODS DEALERS Hats, Shoes, Trunks, Satchels, Valises, Etc. HOLLY STREET NEW WHATCOM lt;3. A. MILTON MERCHANT TAILOR 1705 Eleventh Street. Fairhaven, Wash. FURNITURE • STORE THEO. ELLING Furniture, Carpets, Stoves, Pianos, Organs, Sewing Machines, Hardware. THISTLE OPERA HOUSE BLOCK FAIRHAVEN, WASH. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- ••••••••••••••4••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• • •• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • » • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •• ••••••••* :.*••••• •»•••••• •••••••• •••••••• •••••••• •••• SHORT TALKS WITH LONG BROS. •••••••• •••• •••• •••••••• •••••• ••• Rest yourself in a Hammock :••• bought from us. The warm :::? days are coming when you jjJS will want one in a nice shady •••• place. :::• •••••••• •••••••• •••• You play Tennis? We have ;••• the supplies. •::•;•s• •••••••• •••••••• A little warm for athletic ex- ';••• ercise, but a round with the ::SS Punching Bag in the morning :"• will make you feel good all jj;» day. Buy one of ours. •••••••• •••••••• •••••••• Then in the evening a spin on •••• a Crescent or Sterling Bicycle, •••• the best wheels made, will :::2 bring a restful night. $25 up. j"S S::: We have everything for bus- ::" iness, pleasure and health. '.Hi IsmJteips. •••• •••••••• •••••••• ••:: J^L-StrTTffivG tloMElUiiDWAiiE- •••• •••••••• ..•.•••• •••••••• ..«••••• •••••••• •.•••••• •••• ..•• ••ii Holly and Bay Sts. NEW WHATCOM, WASH. «•• •••••••• •."••!•• •••• •••• •••••••••••• ..•••••••••• •••• •••• I B u i . . . . - . -« ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 June ---------- Actual Results upon Policies at Rome the Best Guarantee for the Future DIVIDENDS THE SCPBHIE TEST RECORD OF OF POLICY NO 58,566 IN THE NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY Insured ROBERT G. DEATHE A resident, and owner of the Deathe Block in this city Amount of Policy $1000, date of issue Nov. 26, I870, Ordinary L,ife Plan, Age 27, Annual Premium $20.75, Dividend taken annually in Cash NOTE—Dividends, while paid annually are, in order to save space, shown below only for every fifth year. Year Premium Dividend Net Cost J872* $20.75 $ 3-68 $17.07 1877 20.75 7.51 13.24 1882 20.75 7.72 13.03 1887 20.75 17-27 (Double) 3.48 1892 20.75 9.80 10.75 1897 20.75 10.36 10.39 1900 20.75 10.50 10.25 Actual Average dividend (actual) $8.65 Av. net cost$12.66 While this policy is now paid up for over $600 and and has a cash value of over $400, the average annual payment has been less than $13. BS^ TWO companies do not pay the same dividends on similar policies, because managed with different degrees of efficiency. That is to say, the company pay­ing the largest dividends does so because its risks and investments are better chosen,and its expenses kept lower. All old line companies have issued policies like the above, and are invited to produce in comparison a case of same date age and kind. TALK WITH FELKER LIGHTHOUSE BLOCKPPPPP
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1900_0901 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 September ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER (Qt\avtcvl\$ IgepUmbev, 1900 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 September ---------- PflflRMfl6Y CORNER DOCK AND
Show more1900_0901 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 September ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER (Qt\avtcvl\$ IgepUmbev, 1900 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 September ---------- PflflRMfl6Y CORNER DOCK AND HOLLY STS. Cameras and Photo Supplies STATIONERY DRUGS AND CHEMICALS Huyler's and Lowney's Superb Chocolates DEGHflMFLfllN GRAHAM ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 September ---------- FACULTY EDWARD T. MATHES, Principal, History and Philosophy of Education JOHN T. FORREST, Mathematics FRANCIS W. EPLY, Sciences ROBERT B. VAILE, Mathematics and Sciences WASHINGTON WILSON, Psychology and Pedagogy MISS MITTIE U. MYERS, English and Latin MISS LAUREL HARPER, Drawing MISS IDA A. BAKER, English Grammar and Vocal Music MISS FRANCES HAYS, Reading and Physical Culture MISS CORA BRATTON, Critic Teacher, Intermediate Grades MISS H. J. TROMANHAUSER, Supervisor, Training School MISS CATHERINE MONTGOMERY, Critic Teacher, Primary Grades MISS HATTIE B. THOMPSON, Librarian J. A. McBRIDE, Custodian of Building and Grounds ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 September ---------- a\W. • ]*• 4.0. .Sfe. •}.!*. lt;?,;. v\f^- «M£» «JT*. «X?£. v \ '£ «M£- •* lt;*•«!«'*•«tf«. ^'«. . * « . .*%. NORMAL STUDENTS Are Recommended to Call on J. N. SELBY CO. Book Sellers and Stationers tS66 HOLLY STREET THEY MAKE A study of students and teachers as well as what they need in pursuing their particular work. Students will hardly fail to find here, eveiwthing best suited to their wants. THEY HAVE The newest book store in the city. The new State Text Books. The State Supplementary Readers. The Largest Assortment of Teachers' and Students' Helps. The Best Assortment of Literature for Students. A General Line of School Supplies. The Best Selection of Library Books. The Best Assortment of Classic Literature. TheNewest Lines of pen and Pencil Tablets. They aim to have Everything Students Need. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 September ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER SEPTEMBER, 1900 ANNOUNCEMENTS HE next session of the New Whatcom State Normal School will open at 10 o'clock, Wednesday morning, September 5, 1900. The opening exercises will consist of the following program: Song, "America" By the School Invocation Rev. Kendall, Fairhaven Vocal Duett Misses Ethelyn Luce and Clarice Witter Address Hon. C. W. Dorr, New Whatcom Vocal Solo Miss Melina Saux, Lewiston, Idaho Reading Miss Frances Hays, Teacher of Reading Announcements Students who must pass an entrance ex­amination are urged to be present Tuesday, September 4th, when such examinations will be held. Those wishing to take this ex­amination at a later date should so report to the principal. A faculty meeting will be held on Wednes­day afternoon, at which time a classification of students will be made, and a daily program arranged for regular class work. The regular daily program will be posted on the various bulletin boards throughout the building, and at 9 o'clock, Thursday morning, a general meeting of the faculty and students will be held in the assembly hall, at which time full announcements con­cerning the daily work will be made. The organization of classes for regular work will immediately follow this meeting. Each student, immediately after his classi­fication should provide himself with a copy of his daily program so that he will know exactly when, where, and to whom his classes recite. m ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 September ---------- 4 The Normal Messenger The office of the principal will be open at 9 o'clock, Wednesday morning', for the regis­tration of students. Old students are urged to register early, and it is hoped that each one will consider himself or herself a special committee to see that every new student is given a warm welcome, introduced to other students and rapidly made familiar with the appointments of the building and the general workings of the institution. It is hoped that every new student will come with some well formed idea of the work which he wishes to pursue. This will enable him to receive prompt and intelligent classifi­cation and enter upon his regular work at once. It is further hoped that every new student will come with a fixed purpose to complete some definite course of study. This will not only insure thorough training to the student but it will add strength and character to the already high standard of work done by the school. New students who have not yet arranged for boarding places can do so by consulting the principal of the school. Good board can be secured in private homes at prices ranging from $3 to $4 per week. FACULTY The faculty for the coming school year will be composed of twelve members, of these, six remain from the old faculty while six come in as new members. Those remaining from last year are: Edward T. Mathes, Princi­pal; John T. Forrest, mathematics; Francis W. Eply, sciences; Robert B. Vaile, mathe­matics and sciences; Ida A. Baker, English and vocal music; Catherine Montgomery, critic teacher, primary grades. The new members come to our institu­tion with high and valuable experience. Prof. Washington Wilson, who will teach ps3'chology and pedagogy, is a graduate of the State Normal School at Normal, ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 September ---------- The Normal Messenger 5 111. His experience covers eight years of service in common and graded schools and seven years' work in the Chico, Cal., State Normal School as Supervisor of training work and teacher of psychology. Mr. Wilson is now just closing three years of graduate study in the University of Cali­fornia. Miss Laurel Harper who will teach draw­ing has been teaching this subject in the Michigan State Normal School, of which institution Miss Harper is also a graduate. She has also studied in the Detroit Art In­stitute. Miss Mittie U. Myers, who will succeed MissConnell as teacher of English and Latin, is a graduate of the State Normal School at San Jose, Cal., and also of the University of California. Her experience covers six years' work as grade and high school teacher. Miss Cora Bratton will take up the work of critic teacher in the intermediate grades. Miss Bratton is a graduate of a Vermont State Normal School, and also a graduate of the Albany State Normal College. She has had eleven years' experience as teacher and supervisor in common school work. Miss Frances Hays has been called as teacher of reading and physical culture. Miss Hays is a graduate of the Kansas State Normal School and has spent eight years in that institution as critic teacher of reading and physical culture. During the past two years Miss Hays has studied in the Univers­ity of Chicago, and completed a course of study in the Columbia School of Oratory, Chicago. Miss H . J . Tromanhauser has been elected Supervisor of the Training School to succeed Miss Rogers. Miss Tromanhauser is a grad­uate of the State Normal School a t Stratford, Ontario, also of the city training school in Minneapolis, and was graduated a few weeks ago from the University of Chicago. Miss ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 September ---------- 6 The Normal Messenger Tromanhauser has taught two years in the schools of Ontario, six years in the schools of Minneapolis, and for three years was principal of the intermediate department of the Training School of the State Normal School at Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Great care has been exercised in the selec­tion of these new teachers, and it is believed they will bring to the institution strength and culture, which will add to the already high standard of efficiency of our faculty. FACULTY AND STUDENTS Miss Hattie Thompson, our librarian, is spending her vacation in California. Miss Pearl Galliher attended the summer school in Seattle. A. J. Peak is teaching a summer school in Clallam county. Miss Garnett Kendall is spending part of her vacation in the Evening Herald office in New Whatcom. Miss Marie Ames has been elected to a position as primary teacher in the Sedro- Woolley school. Miss Adele Warner is working at Cokedale during vacation earning money to meet her next years' expenses. Miss Jessie Havens of Kent, and Miss Cecelia Zeigweid, of Burlington, both received second-grade certificates at the May exam­ination. This completed their work for ele­mentary certificates in the Normal School. Miss Gyneth Knight will teach a fall term of school in Mason county, where her parents now reside. Miss Alicenia Engle has been elected as primary teacher at LaConner for next year. Theodore Myer has about decided to use his new second-grade certificate next year. S. C. Bonner will teach at Elgin, Pierce county. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 September ---------- The Normal Messenger 7 Miss Ruth Pratt, '00, will continue her work in the State University this fall. Olaf Webb is working in the Everett paper mills. Miss Elsie Moore has been elected primary-teacher at Kent. Miss Pauline Jacobs has been elected to a position in the New Whatcom City schools. Miss Olive Gorst is teaching in Chehalis county. Miss Opal Hatch has been teaching for some months in Kitsap county. Miss Lulu Gorst taught a spring term in King county, but attended the annual in­stitute in Kitsap county. Miss Kate White is spending her vacation in Paris enjoying the exposition. Miss Vivian Fraser entertained a very sue-full case of mumps immediately after school closed in June. Miss Emma Goodrich attended the Pacific county institute. Miss Mytle McConnell of Chehalis, who attended Normal during the greater part of last year, graduated from the Chehalis High School in June. Miss Ethel Waite will teach next year while a sister attends the Normal School. Miss Grace Ring has moved with her par­ents to California and will attend the San Jose Normal School next year. Mr. C. H. Bowman is getting both experi­ence and money this summer while canvass­ing for the "Cottage Physician." Misses Maybelle Waldrip and Anna Pad-den will teach in the Fairhaven schools next year. Miss Clara Downey is enjoying her vaca­tion on a trip to California. Henry Whittier is teaching in Clallam county. He has commenced his second term. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 September ---------- 8 The Normal Messenger Miss Kate Schutt, '00, will serve as principal of the Aberdeen High school during next year. Miss Florence Griffith, '00, will teach in the New Whatcom city schools. Six of last year's students will teach in the Everett city schools next year. They are: Margaret Clark, '00, Sarah McRae, Sue Randall, Louise Peden, Ida Pillman and Bertha Ross. Miss Catherine Montgomery has been in the city for several days already, arranging for the introduction of certain lines of con­struction work into the primary grades of the Training School. Miss Frances Hays, our new teacher of reading and physical culture, has arrived in the cit}', accompanied by her mother and sister, who will also take up their residence among us. Miss Cora Bratton, our critic teacher for the intermediate grades, has already located her home in New Whatcom, and is now en­joying an outing on the Sound prior to taking up the work in September. Prof. J. T. Forrest and family have spent their entire vacation in and around Chehalis, visiting relatives and enjoying camp life. Profs. F. W. Eply and R. B. Vaile both were teachers in the Summer School. They are at present spending a few weeks at Baker Lake, and expect to climb Mt. Baker before they return. Misses Ida A. Baker and Catherine Mont­gomery have spent the greater part of their vacation in Chicago, attending Col. Parker's Summer School. Miss Sadie Rogers has spent the summer in Kansas, Miss Avadana Millett, in Minne­sota, while Miss Jane Connell has divided her time between Michigan and New York. Miss Sarah J. Rogers has resigned her position as supervisor of training to accept ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 September ---------- The Normal Messenger 9 the city superintendency of schools in Helena, Montana, at a handsome salary. Miss Jane Connell, our teacher of English last Year, was married in Michigan a few days ago to Dr. F. 0. Hellier. They will re­side in the South, and take to their home most hearty congratulations from our entire faculty and student body. Since June 14th our principal has closed up the work of the past }rear, mailed 1,500 copies of the new catalogue, delivered the commencement address at Centralia, attended institutes at Chehalis, Walla Walla, South Bend, Port Orchard, Shelton, Mt. Vernon, Everett and Port Townsend; addressed Summer schools at Tacoma and Seattle, and ordered several hundred volumes for the library, as well as 60 magazines and school journals for the reading room. Many calls for catalogues and information are also answered daily. IMPROVEMENTS The second and third floors of the Normal building will present a much changed appear­ance to our old students. Three large recita­tion rooms and a toilet room have been com­pleted on the north hall of the second floor. The staircase has been extended to the third floor and a comfortable assembly hall has been fitted up in the north end of the building, while the south end of the third floor has been arranged for a gymnasium. The library has been moved from the first to the second floor, and the old library room will be used as a recitation room. The museum has all been placed in one room except two large cases which have been placed in the north hall of the second floor for the present. Six dozen large tablet-arm chairs have been pur­chased for the new recitation rooms, and slate blackboards adorn their walls. The large room in the basement which was used for physical culture work last year will be used as a dining room in the future. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 September ---------- 10 The Normal Messenger GENERAL ITEMS The members of the Young Womens' Christian Association are manifesting a com­mendable interest in the welfare and comfort of the new students. They are arranging to meet them as they arrive in the city and to assist them in getting settled in pleasant quarters. There are evidences at hand already that society spirit has not waned during vacation, and excellent programs are assured for the first meetings of the societies. Prof. F. W. Eply has spent much time during vacation revising the course of work in physics for the coming year. A larger number of pupils will be admitted to the Model School this coming year than was accepted last year, and the work of the school will be based upon the new course of study as it has been outlined by the State Board of Education. Miss Hattie Dellinger, the newly elected editor of the MESSENGER, will assume her duties with the next issue of the magazine. The new library will be a delightful room for study. It is thoroughly lighted with north light and has ample accommodations for 80 students. The large white house across the street from the Normal School will be in charge of Mrs. Mary Anderson during the coming year. This home provides a pleasant boarding place for young ladies who attend the Normal School. Several applications have already been received, and those wishing a place near the Normal School should make prompt inquiry. ( The Summer School was a success. The attendance was good for the opening session, and the interest manifested was excellent. The 60 magazines and journals selected for the reading tables represent the best literature of the day, and it is a rare treat to have free access to these tables. A consignment of nearly two hundred volumes has been received for the library, and a second shipment is expected in a few days. It is expected that 1,000 volumes will be added to the library during the year. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 September ---------- B U S I N E S S DIRECTORY For the convenience of Normal Students J U S T RECEIVED A FULL LINE OF Ladies' Storm, Calf, Water-Proof Shoes, High Cat AGENTS FOR SOROS1S SHOES THE FAMOUS SHOE HOUSE DR. G. M. RUTTAN ^ - \ D E N T I ST ROOMS 27-28 HOLLY BLOCK • • Z E L L I S S O N ' S STEA05BR LINE • t WHATCOM, SEATTLE AND TAC9MA ROUTE ± I Leaves NEW WHATCOM at 8 p. m., Sundays, Wednesdays and Fridays. Leaves Northern Pacific Dock, Tacoma, at 3 p. HI City Dock, Foot of Main Street, Seattle, at 10 p. 111. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays, for ANACORTES, FAIRHAVEN, NEW WHATCOM • Fare to SEATTLE, $1; Fare to TACOMA, $1.50 • • W. H. ELLIS. VV. J. ELLIS, • • MANAGER ASS'T MANAGER • • • • • • » • • • • • » » » • • • » » » • • » » • » • • • » » • • • • • MUNRO, BLrtKE HASKELL PHONE 12 NEW WHATCOM, WASH. 1199 ELK STREET HARDWARE, TINNING J~— 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. CECILE LOBE GUSSIE LOBE C. Q. LOBE BAZAAR REMOVED TO 1462 HOLLY ST. Crockery, Glassware and Bazaar Goods Rooms formerly occupied by Alexander Stewart ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 September ---------- B U S I N E S S DIRECTORY For the convenience of Normal Students Pacific Steam Laundry Oldest and Most Reliable PHONE 1183 ELK ST. NORTH OUR SPECIALTY LADIES' FINE SHOES G. F. RAYMOND 1453 HOLLY ST. The Best Place in Town to Buy CLOTHING AND GENTS' FURNISHINGS CHAS. GREENBERQ MORGAN RAILROAD AVE. AND HOLLY ST. HEGG The Photographer Wants your Patronage PRICES REASONABLE I287 ELK ST. A. GL WICKMATST_^ gt; THE TAILOR I345 HOLLY ST. NEW WHATCOM, WASH. BLUE FRONT GROCERY Fancy Bottled and Lunch Goods a Specialty (425 HOLLY ST. PHONE 88I MRS. D. ALVERSON „OI^e ST Has received all the Latest Novelties and Fall and Winter Millinery A Call at her Place will Pay you ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 September ---------- r HOUSE-FURNISHING GOODS FURNITURE CARPETS UPHOLSTERY BEDDING DRAPERIES CROCKERY STOVES AND RANGES GRANITE AND TINWARE NOTIONS, ETC. Everything Needed to Furnish a Home AT TfllS SEASON OF THE YEAR We are showing the newest and best in Carpets, Rugs, and all Floor Coverings. Our Showing of Novelties in Lace Curtains and Win­dow Draperies is very at­tractive. Whether Looking or Buying You are Welcome j B. B. FURNITURE GO. j ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 September ---------- PKES9 Of BDSON * IRISH. SEW »«4TCO«PPPPP
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Show more1900_1201 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- r THE NORMAL MESSENGER (Stuavtevlig QecembeV) 1900 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- + • • + = HORSE HARDWARE 705/-7057 ELK ST. MAJESTIC WROUGHT STEEL RANGES ALL SIZES OF COOK STOVES FOR $5 TO $35 COLUMBIA BIOYOLES i 1 STANDARD SEWING MACHINES • m • • m i|giiaiH^figiBngiBiigi(afp|p|{a|jgjig|Biiiaiiii(jgijafig| ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS It* « «. ^»{» -M£. «M«. .»!£. lt;at, ^ig. .Me. *ig. -tsig, Kit. .*?£. *!(, *it, «jt£.»?e. ^m» NORMAL STUDENTS Would do well to call on J. N. SELBY CO. Book Sellers and Stationers 1566 HOLLY STREET THEY MAKE A study of students and teachers as well as what they need in pursuing their par­ticular work. Students will hardly fail to find here everything best suited to their wants. THEY HAVE The newest Book Store in the city. The State Supplementary Readers. The Largest Assortment of Teachers' and Students' Helps. The Best Assortment of Literature for Students. A General Line of School Supplies. The Best Selection of Library Books. The Best Assortment of Classic Literature. The Newest Lines of Pen and Pencil Tablets. They Have a Complete Line of NEW BOOKS. They Have the LATEST THINGS in GIFT BOOKS and CHRISTMAS GOODS. ^k$k£UzMkMk$kMkMkMkMkMkMk$J^k£ £^^ie» " «a^fi* «W «W «!W •?!«• «W •%«• «?!«• «*i* «7W •Ji^W^JPW^f? ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS. CENTRAL LIVERY STABLE J. J. LARSON, Prop. Boarding, Feed And Sale Stables, Wood and Coal. Gurney and Hacks at all Hours. 1375 Elk St. Express and Draying. Phone 701. ! POROSIS" I I l I The Best Shoe | in the World for 1 S3.50 Ik V* I I I Us. jfj AGENTS NORTH OF SEATTLE 4| I THE FAMOUS SHOE HOUSE I ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY TELEPHONE 1711 RESIDENCE TELEPHONE #094 CHAS. L. HOLT, M. D. Speoialtles: Diseases of the Eye, Ear, ffase and Throat Rooms i and 2 Fischer Block. Office Hours: 9 to 12 a. m., 2 to 6 p. m. New Whatcom, Sunday, 2 to 4 p. m. Washington DR. H. J. BIRNEY Rooms 1, 2 and 3, Red Front Building Office Telephone 814 Residence Telephone 813 J- /=". CROSS, M. D. PHYSICIAN AND SURQBON Rooms 1, 2 and 3, Miller Building, Holly Street, New Whatcom Office Hours—9 to 11 a. m., 1:30 to 4:00 p. m., and at Night, TELEPHONE NO. 851. DR. S. N. KELLY RED FRONT BUILDING Office Telephone 471 Residence Telephone 473 W. D. KIRKPATRICK, M. D. A. F. KIRKPATRICK, M. D. FISCHER BLOCK, ROOMS IS A 17. PHONE 1713 DR. D. E. BIGGS Fischer Building Telephone Main 108 DR. L. R. MARKLEY PHYSICIAN SURGEON KNOX BLOCK WHATCOM DR. J. C. MINTON DENTIST Rooms 9,10 and 12 Office Phone 1283 Fischer Block. Residence Phone 1223 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY DR. C. A. DARLING DENTIST Rooms 18 and 19 Fischer Block, Corner Dock and Holly Streets, PHONE 1315. New Whatcom, Wash. DR. F. J. GEOGHEGAN DENTIST Rooms 4 and 5 Red Front Block Telephone 2261 NEW WHATCOM, WASH. DR. F. D. ADAMS DENTIST ROOMS 20 AND 21 RED FRONT BLOCK TELEPHONE 785 DR. G. M. R U T T AN DENTIST Cor. Dock and Holly - New Whatcom, Wash J. B . W A R R EN TEACHER OF VIOLIN AND MANDOLIN ROOM E RED FRONT BUILDING CHAS. A. ROHRBACHER TEACHER OF PIANOFORTE. Only a limited number of new pupils can be accepted. CONSULTATION FREE. Studio 22 and 23 Lighthouse Block DECORATIVE ART ROOMS Burned and Hand-Carved Leather Novelties and Mexican Drawn Work for Christmas Gifts. Rooms 21 and 22 Sunset Block. HEGG the Photographer Views, Picture Frames and Easels At Reasonable Prices 128£LK ST. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS LOTHROP BR05. Artists in Photography Everything new and up-to-date in the Photographic line. EXCLUSIVE DESIGNS IN MOUNTINGS, Enlarging and Finishing in CRAYON, PASTEL, WATER COLORS AND SEPIA. We carry a large line of Portrait Frames, also Frames made to order. You are cordially invited to call at our Studio and inspect this work. Reveille Building, New Whatcom. Dock Street. Phone 1703. ©je) For Artistic Designes and Expert Workmaship in Burnt Leather Work Call and See Our Display^-^^ Fine Assortment of Pillows, Kodaks, Books, Etc., Etc. A Fine Collection of Indian Baskets C. G. LOBE, Bazaar PHONE 786 1462 HOLLY ST. lt;§f§ gt; ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- AD VERTISBMENTS jB^r^agmrgB3rg»gmtrga' Normal Students i If you are looking for ! anything in the DRY GOODS line you can generally find it at MONTAGUE McHUGH'S There you can see the only complete Stock of Dry Goods on the Bay. They can positively guarantee you a saving of from ten to twenty per cent, on Dress Goods, Silks, Hosiery, Gloves, Umbrellas, Corsest, Anything in the under­wear line, Shirt Waists, Wool, Silk and Cotton, and in fact all kinds of Dry Goods. We are headquarters for Kid Gloves—can sell you a One Dollar Kid, and its equal you cannot find for less than $1.25. An im­mense stock of Kids, Dressed and Undressed. MONTAGUE McHUGH ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- The Normal Messenger CONTENTS Abstract and Concrete. W. Wilson 3 Editorial 7 Our Needs S From the Office 10 Second Semester 12 Literary Societies 12 Why She Liked Spelling 15 General Items 16 Gossip (Poem) 20 Elementary Certificates 20 F A C U L T Y EDWARD T. MATHES, Principal, History and Philosophy of Education JOHN T. FORREST, Mathematics FRANCIS W. EPLY, Sciences WASHINGTON WILSON, Psychology and Pedagogy MISS MITTIE U. MYERS, English and Latin MISS LAUREL HARPER, Drawing MISS IDA A. BAKER, English Grammar and Vocal Music MISS FRANCES HAYS, Reading and Physical Culture ROBERT B. VAILE, Mathematics and Sciences MISS H. J. TROMANHAUSER, Supervisor, Training School MISS CORA BRATTON, Critic Teacher, Intermediate Grades MISS CATHERINE MONTGOMERY, Critic Teacher, Primary Grades MISS HATTIE B. THOMPSON, Librarian P. W. PIERCE, Custodian of Building and Grounds ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- AD VERTISEMENTS | YOU CAN DO BETTER AT 3 I TtiE FAIR | § The Largest Assortment of 3 i Saks, silk i I Waists, Dress i | Goods, Tailor | | Made Suits, j | Millinery | I and Shoes =1 E In the City of Whatcom j | ^ We have an enormous g stock of Christmas Goods E and Christmas Tree Orna= % ments | THE FAIR ! E New Whatcom [ i ^iUiUiUiiUUiiliUiUiUiiiiUilUUiUJUiUI ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER DECEMBER, 1900 ABSTRACT AND CONCRETE W. WILSON HE terms concrete and abstract are very often in use in educational speech and literature, and in common with many other words may be used with opposite meanings. This may lead to confusion or downright error. Popularly, concrete is a term whose use refers to sense,—that is, a thing is concrete if it appeals to sense percep­tion,— can be touched, seen, or heard. The material world is the concrete world under such usage. President Hall uses the word in this sense when speaking of the improvement of modern education over that of earlier times. Popular usage makes the abstract the opposite of all this. That which does not appeal to the senses, that which eludes the immediate grasp, the difficult of appre­hension,— the theoretical, the impractical, as these two latter terms are ordinarily used, are the abstract. Under such thought and such usage, the concrete easily gets credit for being the real, while the abstract is regarded as the empty, the impractical, the unreal. Again, in popular psychology the concrete is that which can be imagined in terms of some of the senses. Pictures, illustrations, drawings, graphic representations, models, are used to satisfy this mode of thinking. On the other hand, the abstract is t h a t which is inadequately expressed in imagery, or not so expressible at all, or the merely difficult of apprehension. Such psychology is convinced too, of the greater reality of the concrete T ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- 4- The Normal Messenger because the abstract is that which is "drawn from" the concrete,—extracted, as it were, from it, and could not therefore be but less, —certainly nothing more. There is however, another view of the matter. Certainty, the motive of the popular mind in seeking the most real and clinging to it, is right, but that it finds the most real in the concrete as above expressed, may well be questioned. That sense knowledge has reality in it cannot be doubted,—nor can it be doubted that the real becomes known to us in one of its forms, in sense knowledge. The animal mind, clearly, is possessed of sense knowledge. Its system of such know­ledge, in many cases, is probably very perfect. In some regions of such knowledge, the eye-region, for example, among some birds,—the olfactory region among dogs, is of high quality, surpassing our own in accuracy and range. That such knowledge contains some phases of the real world seems evident, for b}' means of it the animal succeeds in main­taining an existence,—of playing out his life within its sphere. Primitive and savage men who have not risen far out of sense knowl­edge, live nearest the stage of animal life,— are in the lower ranges of human civilization. Such advances as they have made upon sense knowledge, has given them a mastery over the world not possessed by the animal,—and the animal himself succumbs to it. Within the sphere of sense knowledge possessed by animals, those in the lower ranges are con­strained to a narrower range of activities than these in upper ranges, while micro­organisms whose sense knowledge is near, or at the minimum, are confined to the narrow­est ranges. The higher animals seem to have exhaused the possibilities of such knowledge. They have triumphed over their fellows less fortunate than themselves in such knowledge only to be surpassed by man, even though they possess keener sense knowledge than ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- The Normal Messenger 5 man himself. And this is true among men. Lower races of men give way to higher ones though possessing more accurate sense knowledge than their more fortunate fellows. The scientific knowledge of highly civilized man affords such tremendous sweep of power and control while his power of sensation has remained so nearly stationary, if it has not in some phases actually receded, that we are forced to conclude that his power is due to a higher form of activity than that concerned in sense knowledge, though he continues still to use that form. Scientific thought is every­where concerned with relations, for it is through such knowledge that new mastery is found. For example, the thinking of quanti­tative relations between forces enables us to estimate them and thus to contrive means whereby we set at work one to overcome another, as in the case of the estimation of the power of engine necessary to drive a given saw in doing a given kind of work. Through such thinking, principles and laws are discovered and by means of these life is all but totally changed in character and kind from that of the animal,—a new world ap­pears,— the world of civilization with its politics, art, science, philosoph}', religion. It is difficult to see how this almost in­finitely greater world of man has, by any process, been "abstracted" from the smaller world of the animal. In truth it has not and it is a mistaken psychology that regards it so. Neither is the sense world of the animal the more real world of the two. In truth, it is quite the reverse. Sense knowl­edge, whether in the animal or among men, is prodigiously less real than scientific, reflec­tive knowledge. The difference of degree in reality of the two kinds of knowledge is the difference between the mighty civilization of the western nations, and untutored savages or fierce animals,—a difference almost too great to be estimated,—the result of centuries of labor. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- 6 The Normal Messenger Relations, principles, laws, are of such nature that they cannot be imaged. The individual objects, between or among which relations or principles obtain are imageable. These facts mark the boundary between sense knowledge and scientific knowledge. Sense organs maybe stimulated by forces persisting in material objects, but relations and princi­ples are not material objects,—they are in­capable of stimulating nerve ends and cannot give rise to any system of images,—they are the work of Intelligence. It is true that both images and relations issue from an Intelli­gence which is everywhere alike in kind, while the latter almost infinitely transcends the former. Intelligence in its higher form of relational thinking returns upon its lower forms, the senses, and corrects their faults or extends the field of their operation, as in the making of telescopes and microscopes. Im­agine a dog and a scientific engineer standing beside a locomotive. Upon the plane of sense knowledge the dog is strikingly near the en­gineer, his eye image being very accurate. The principles in the engineer's mind made the locomotive a possibility while to the sense knowledge of the animal it is forever impos­sible. Thus the terms concrete and abstract have changed places. If the real is concrete, then the term cannot refer to sense knowledge merely—it should refer to scientific knowl­edge. Though such knowledge transcends sense knowledge, it is the greater reality and in the larger sense of the term, concrete. The older education made the mistake of neglecting sense knowledge. We should take care that we do not overestimate it. Tutor—You know, of course, that in Chris­tian countries such as ours a man is only al­lowed one wife. Now, what is that state of things called ? Pupil—I know. Monotony! ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER Published Quarterly by the Students of THE STATE NORMAL SCHOOL, NEW WHATCOM, WASH. TERMS: FORTY CENTS A YEAR. Entered as mail matter of the second class at the New Whatcom Wash., P. O. EDITORIAL STAFF. HATTIE M. DEIXINGER, - - Editor-in-Chief ASSOCIATE EDITORS Miss MARY BIRD, Kulshan Society Miss MAUD DRAKE, - - - Aurora Society Miss MAY PILLMAN, - - - Utopian Society Miss BESSIE GRIGGS, . . . Chilic Society Mrss CLARA TARTE, - - - Alcott Society Miss MINNIE WALLRIDGE, - - Y. W. C. A. Society MR. HARRY SHEPHERD, - - Philomathian EDSON IRISH, Business Managers. VOL. II. DECEMBER, 1900 No. 1 The Normal Messenger begins its second volume under new management, but no radi­cal changes are contemplated in the character of the magazine. Each issue will contain an able article upon some literary or scientific subject, and such other items as illustrate the growth, character, and every-day life of the institution. One commendable feature of the Normal School is everywhere manifest. In every de­partment the standard of work is steadily being raised, and a thorough mastery of the subject matter as well as knowledge of method, is demanded of every student. This is true not only in the more advanced subjects, but an equal thoroughness in the common branch­es is also required. Several special classes in these fundamental subjects have been organ­ized to enable students to strengthen them­selves along necessary lines. The New Whatcom State Normal School has opened its second year with increased life and vigor. While the past year was full of surprises in many ways, the present year is in every sense a greater surprise to the friends of the school. The prophesies that the large ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- 8 The Normal Messenger attendance of last year was of a mushroom character and would soon decrease, have not proven true. On the contrary the attendance is larger this year than last 3rear, and the students are much better distributed over the courses of stud}' than was possible the first year. That a high grade of scholarship has sought the advantages of the school is evi­denced by the fact that the senior class of the second year contains twenty-nine members. Of these, three are graduates of a state normal school, eighteen are graduates of accredited high schools, while all others have attended reputable Colleges in this or other States. OUR NEEDS. The needs of the New Whatcom State Nor­mal School are especially urgent along four different lines. The school needs more room, more equipment, more teachers, and a ladies' dormitory. The present building has been over-crowded since the opening day in Sep­tember, 1899. There is no room in the build­ing large enough to seat the school when all members are present. There are not as many large class rooms as there are teachers to oc­cupy them, and as a result large classes must recite in rooms too small to accommodate them comfortably with seating capacity, or blackboard space or proper ventilation. The assembly hall also must constantly be used for recitation purposes. The building, does not contain a gymnasium and the museum room is now used for physical culture work. As a result of this arrangement, thelarge and valuable museum, donated to the school by the bay cities, is packed away in barrels and boxes, awaiting the time when it may be classified and arranged for use. Although contrary to the laws of health, most of the work of the training school at present must be carried on in the basement. Both the chemical and physical laboratories are too ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- The Normal Messenger 9 small and should be duplicated in size and equipment. There is no reception or commit­tee room, and consequently the office must serve as a place for committee meetings, for the reception of friends, for the storage of supplies, as well as for the public and private uses of the Principal. Altho' one hundred and seventy-five students bring their lunches daily no adequate lunch room is provided in the building. It may therefore fairly be stated that the school needs an auditorium, labora­tory room, five or six large class rooms, and an equal unmber of smaller rooms, and lastly one large lunch and play-room for the children of the Training School. It may also be stat­ed that these additional accommodations can all be provided for by the construction of a large wing to the present building. This wing was included in the original plan of the build­ing, but owing to the limited appropriation could not be constructed when the main por­tion of the building was erected. The equipment which the school possesses is substantial and serviceable, but is inadequate to accommodate the numbers in attendance daily. For example, the physical science lab­oratory contains equipment and accommoda­tions for twelve students to do individual work, while the class at present numbers thirty. There are also twelve desks in the ehemical laboratory for individual work while the class in chemistry numbers nearly forty. The same conditions exist in the biological laboratory, and it is sufficient to say that the science department needs its entire equipment more than duplicated. The less expensive equipment, such as blackboards, bookcases, chairs, maps, globes, and charts, also needs to be greatly increased. Much could be said of the need of addition­al teaching force. There are at present ten classes in science with but one science teacher. An assistant is therefore needed in this depart­ment. The department of higher English and ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- 10 The Normal Messenger Latin also has ten regular classes each semes­ter, and an assistant is needed in this depart­ment. There is also urgent need of an assist­ant critic teacher in the training school. The location of the school upon a hillside, in one corner of the city, renders a ladies' dormitory one of the necessities of the insti­tution. There are at present about ninety students boarding in various parts of the two cities, and not less than sixty of them board more than six blocks from the Normal School building. Blame attaches to none for this crowded condition. The founders of the school have provided exceptionally well with the funds at their command, and the situation is concisely stated when it is said that the public demand for the institution has far exceeded the expect­ations of its most sanguine friends, but as the State of Washington has always provided well for her educational interests there is lit­tle doubt but that she will make ample pro­vision in the future for the work of this her youngest educational child. The school asks nothing for show or ornamentation, it simply desires plain, substantial quarters and a practical working equipment. FROM THE OFFICE. There are at present sixty students doing practice work as teachers. In addition to the practice-teachers, fifty students are doing work in observation. The records of the librarian show that more than four hundred volumes are drawn out by the students every month. Among the students there are thirty young ladies who work for their board. There are also several young men who pay their way by working evenings and Saturdays. The records show that fifty students board themselves, while about ninety pay for their ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- The Normal Messenger 11 board. Of the ninety who board, not to ex­ceed ten pay more than $3.50 per week, while about twenty get their board for $3.00 per week. In a general census of the school, taken in September, 52 students expressed a preference for the Methodist Episcopal Church; 43 for the Presbyterian; 19 for the Congregational; 16 for the Roman Catholic; 12 for the Chris­tian, while the remaining 60 who were pres­ent represented about a dozen other denomi­nations. Refering to the question of native state it was ascertained that 28 were bern in the State of Washington; 19 in Kansas; 18 in Iowa; 13 in Minnesota and Illinois, each; 12 in Nebraska; 10 in Wisconsin; 9 in Missouri; 6 in California and Michigan, each; 5 in Penn­sylvania, Indiana, and North Dakota, each; 4 in Colorado; 3 in Oregon, while in the list re* maining, almost every state in the Union was represented. Six were born in England, 4 in Norway, 2 in Sweden, 2 in Canada, 1 in Ger­many and 1 in Austria. Refering to the occupations of the students' parents it was ascertained that 59 are farm­ers; 11 merchants; 11 machinists; 9 lumber­men; 16 carpenters; 5 ministers; 20 laborers, while the remainder of the list represent al­most every other ordinary vocation. Sixty of the students hold teachers' certifi­cates, and three are graduates of other State Normal schools. The enrollment of the Normal School on Nov. 15th was 248, divided among the classes as follows: seniors 29; juniors 35; third year 42; second year 52; first year 56; review year 32. The enrollment last year on Nov. 15th was 234. About four hundred volumes have been added to the general library since the opening of school in September. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- 12 The Normal Messenger SECOND SEMESTER. The second semester of this school year will open, Monday morning, January 28, 1901. At this time a new program of about sixty classes will be arranged. Twenty of these classes will be continued from the first semester through to the end of the year. While the remaining forty classes will be newly organized and will include the subjects of arithmetic, grammar, American history, state and national governments, penmanship, orthography, school law, school economy, and the theory of teaching, as well as all sub­jects announced for the second semester in the various courses of study. Any person de­siring catalogues or other information con­cerning the work of the school may secure the same by addressing the office of the institu­tion. LITERARY SOCIETIES. ALCOTT SOCIETY. The fable of the "Tortoise and the Hare" is brought to mind when one reviews the his­tory of the Alcott Society, for this band of active, earnest workers, is quietly plodding along and is sure of reaching the goal not far in the future. The society has worked so dili­gently that she ranks second in point of mem­bership. Each week the Alcotts gather in their club-room to enjoy a social meeting of a musical and literary nature. Many come to visit them, for the latch-string is always out and a hearty welcome is given to all. The ' 'Society'' as well as "The Nation" have just had an election and predict good times and full din­ner pails. AURORA SOCIETY. The Aurora is the largest literary society in the normal school. They have fifty (50) active members, and as a literary society are in splendid working order. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- The Normal Messenger 13 Four members from the society constitute a program committee, and they with the aid of the faculty critic, Prof. Forrest, have out­lined the following programs for the present term: "Whittier" program, November 26; "Thanksgiving," November 23; "The Ameri­can Indian," December 7; "Travel,"December 14; "Christmas," December 21; "Woman," January 4; "Humorists," January 11; "Song of the Ages," January 18; "Mexico," Janu­ary 25. THE CHILICS. The Chilic Tribe met this fall with but twelve members out of their large membership of last year. But they were not discouraged even tho' they were few in number and their critic, whom they had loved and trusted, did not return to them. Another critic was pro­vided, Miss Myers, who is fast winning the affections of the Tribe. At the beginning of the school year each member considered herself a committee on getting new members, and at the second meet­ing of the society their number had greatly increased. They now number thirty, includ­ing much talent in the way of musicians, ora­tors, wits, and poets. The interest and zeal of the members are increasing and the Tribe promises fair to do some good work this year. In the way of public entertainments they are preparing to give Dickens', "Christmas Carol," some time in December. KULSHAN SOCIETY. The Kulshan Literary Society has begun this year with an enrollment of thirteen last year's students and thirty new members. The outline of the year's work shows a ten­dency towards making debating a specialty, though studies of modern writers and their works will also appear on the programs. The society critic, Mr. Eply has recently ascended and descended Mt. Baker, and he ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- X4 gt; The Normal Messenger promises some interesting talks to the mem­bers and their friends in the future. At present the efforts of the society are bent toward pre­paring a play which they intend to give be­fore the public next month. It is interesting to know that this play was translated from German by one of the members. THE PHILOMATHIAN SOCIETY. The Philomathian Debating Club has a membership of forty; twenty-two of these be­ing new members. We feel honored in having three seniors. In addition to the regular literary work, the club is pursuing the study of parliamentary law which is of great value to the members. Professor Robt. B. Vaile, the faculty critic of the club has done much for the good of the members and seems deeply interested in all their undertakings. The regular programs of the club include orations, essays, declamations, original stor­ies, music and debates, besides the frequent exercises in parliamentary law. THE UTOPIAN LITERARY CLUB. The Utopian Literary Club was organized last year with forty-three charter members. Many of the old members have left, but there are now enrolled thirty active members. No definite line of work for the year has as yet been mapped out, but a committee is now at work on a program for the year. The society has given one open meeting in the assembly hall and a very interesting program was pre­sented. The Utopians have the great satis­faction and honor of having given the first social function of this school year at the nor­mal. The rooms were beautifully decorated, especially the a r t room and with the addition of an excellent program a very enjoyable even­ing was spent. Under the efficient supervis­ion of its critic. Miss Harper, the society ex­pects to accomplish much good work this year. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- The Normal Messenger 15 THE Y. W. C. A. SOCIETY. The Young Woman's Christian Association commenced its good work this year with a membership of seventy. Weekly meetings are held in the chapel where prayer and song ser­vice is conducted. Monthly services are also conducted in the various churches of the Bay. A prominent feature of this society is its foreign mission work. They adopted a child in India, and are raising money to support it. Later they hope to provide for its education. There has recently been organized a Bible class which will be under the leadership of Prof. Wilson, our teacher of psychology. Under the leadership of Miss Maud Woodin a line of work has been mapped out, which will be followed throughout the year. The week beginning November 11th was opened as a "week of prayer." WHY SHE LIKED SPELLING. Orthography is commonly reckoned a pretty dry subject, but there is no branch of knowledge but may be brightened by a skill­ful teacher. A visitor was chatting with the little daughter of the family, "What do you study a t school?" he asked. "Readin' an' writin', 'rithmetic an' spell-in'." "Well, well! What a bright little girl you are! And which study do you like best?" "Spellin'." "Indeed! Most children do not. Why do you like spelling?" "Cause every time I spell a word the teach­er laughs." Governess—Why, you naughty boy, I never heard such language since the day I was born. Small Boy—Yes, mum; I s'pose dere was a good deal of cussin' de day you wuz born. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- 16 The Normal Messenger GENERAL ITEMS. The student-body felt greatly repaid for listening to Rev. C. A. Owen's lecture on Siberia. Many interesting incidents were told, all of which proved to be most in­structive as well as entertaining. A McKinley club consisting of fifteen young ladies of the normal have held enthusiastic meetings through­out the campaign. A lively ratification meeting was held Friday evening, Nov. 26, at the home of Miss Ger­trude Bell. Rev. F. A. Agar gave us one of his excellent lectures on his life and experiences in Africa, before leaving this city for his pastoral duties in Oregon. The teacher's examination was held in the Normal building on Nov. 8th and 9th. About 30 students wrote for grades. At the opening of the school year the faculty and trustees of the normal school were entertained at the home of the President, Dr. Mathes. On the evening of Sept. 21st the faculty and students of the normal school were delightfully entertained by the Epworth League of the Trinity Methodist Church in the church parlors; also on the evening of Oct. 5th a most pleasant "at home" was tendered them by the Bn-deavor Society of the Presbyterian Church. The young ladies of the senior class are laboring dil­igently to attain perfection in the art of graceful word drills. They will soon make their appearance before the public, and will be accompanied by their finely trained orchestra. The state legislators of this county, Representatives Fairchild, Earles and Merrill, and Senator Moultray, ac­companied by the trustees and Land Commissioner Call-vert and members of the city press, visited the normal school, Nov. 15th, to investigate its needs for additional equipment as well as maintenance for the coming two years. The many needs of the institution were every­where apparent, and these gentleman pledged their united support to the institution. We wonder if the youngman's star which went down some time ago has yet risen? Prof. J. T. Forrest is a good hunter as well as a good mathematical teacher. On a recent Saturday he shot a fine large deer on Chuckanut mountain south of the city. Special classes have recently been organized in alge­bra, arithmetic, grammar and school law. On November 16th the entire school took an exam­ination in spelling. Based upon the results of that ex­amination a division of the school into eight spelling classes was made. Twenty minutes daily are devoted to the work of spelling and many students have expressed their deep appreciation of the opportunity to pursue this work. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- The Normal Messenger 17 There has recently been organized two glee clubs un­der the supervision of Miss Ida Baker, musical instruc­tor. The club expects to accompany Dr. Mathes on some of his trips throughout the state. The private dormitory built during the summer months by Mrs. R. B. Morrison, on High street is crowded to its utmost capacity, and is greatly appreciat­ed by the students. Call on the editor to view snap-shots of bloomer girls in the gymnasium. These pictures can be obtained only at exhorbitaut prices. The Kulshans have recently contributed an amount of money toward the piano fund, it being the proceeds of their candy sale, in October. The arrangement of the room for the sale was very dainty and attractive. Misses Edna and Helen Whitney are at present both teaching in Skagit Co., but will return to the normal shool for the second semester. A committee of the faculty has arranged for a series of contests among the several literary societies. These contests will be along the lines of orations, debates and declamations. The two receiving the highest marks in a preliminary contest will participate in a final contest, each in his class, for highest honors. These contests will be held during the spring months. Miss Calla Monlux and Messrs. Thomas and Martin Korstad, all graduates of the Idaho State Normal school, have entered our senior class, Prior to entering the Idaho State Normal school, Miss Monlux was a student for several years in the Washington Agricultural College, and the Messrs. Korstad were formerly students at the Cheney State Normal school. The people of Bellingham Bay believe in education. The public schools of New Whatcom have an enrollment of 1800 pupils of whom 1S0 are in the high school. Since September, ten school rooms have been added to the four ward buildings. The Fairhaven schools have an en­rollment of nearly 1000, with about So in the high school. Sixty teachers are employed in the two cities. The Northwest Business College of New Whatcom is also enjoying a prosperous year with an attendance of about fifty students. Seven young ladies expect to complete the element­ary course in February, next, and receive five-year cer­tificates. Two of them will return to enter the senior class next year. Miss Jessie Havens is teaching a primary grade in the Florence schools. Miss Kate White has returned from Paris, and is now working in Denver, Colorado. More than thirty of the students who were here last year are now teaching in various parts of the state. The whereabouts of most of them can be found in the Sep­tember Messenger. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- 18 The Normal Messenger Seven of our last year's students are teaching at present in the city schools of Everett. Good reports are given of their work. Misses Nina Silsby and Lottie Smith, and Messrs. John Kerchen, Ben F. Hovies and Theodore Myer are teaching in Lewis county. They will return to the normal school later. Miss Estella Garl is teaching this year near Burling­ton. The normal school has something novel in the way of a colored quartet, composed of Misses Shockey, Pill-man, Klockstead and Galliher. These charming young ladies have entertained their friends very acceptably upon several occasions with their classical selections. At the noon hour appetizing odors issue from the lunch room in the basement of the normal building. Great pots of soups and chocolate are prepared daily and dispensed at slight expense, and they form a very accep­table complement to the usual cold lunch. Hon. James Hamilton Lewis, with his inimitable grace and eloquence, addressed the students of the normal school recently upon the subject of education and char­acter building. Just as we expected, Miss Sarah J. Rogers is meet­ing with much success in her new position as superin­tendent of grade work in the city schools of Helena, Montana. Mrs. Jane Connell Hellier is now residing in Camp Hill, Ala., where her husband, Dr. F. O. Hellier, has a good position in an industrial school. We are glad to welcome back to our city, if not to our institution, our former beloved teacher, "Miss Mill­et" who returns as Mrs. Norman Tucker, and who we feel is still interested in us, if not directing us in our work. The pleasurable excitement of watching the flirta­tions of our elder members last year has been denied us so far this year as there has been nothing but hard prosaic work. Miss Anna Iverson who has been teaching in Island county, Wash., has returned to join the senior class and complete the year's work. The name of "The Nock-will-wit Society," which interpreted means "the guardian angel of the Indian," was at one time the name given one of the members of the society. She is the little daughter of the former Indian Agent on the Lummi reservation. The society is composed of the primary pupils and is doing splendid work in the literary line. Councilman F. M. Muldoon of Seattle visited his daughter recently, and spent considerable time becoming acquainted with the work of the normal school. The excellent character of our students is shown in many ways. Never has a student been called before the faculty for misconduct and never has it been necessary to suspend a student from classes on account of insubor- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- The Normal Messenger 19 donation. The usual activity and seeming commotion are the result of a spirit of earnestness rather than a reckless and willful disregard for order and system. The students are not bound down by arbitrary and abstract regulations but each student is urged to exercise such personal control over his daily conduct that it may be worthy of emulation rather than censure and rebuke. There are three hundred and fifty people in the building daily, yet_ unnecessary noise or useless traveling through the halls is seldom seen, and visitors invariably comment favorably upon the business spirit and earnestness of the student-body. The pupils of the training school very pleasantly entertained the normal school at general assembly on Wednesday morning, Nov. 28th. Principal E. T. Mathes and Prof. Washington Wilson of our faculty are upon the program of the state teachers' association which meets in Ellensburg, December 26 t o 28, 1900. It is a source of much regret to our students that the crowded condition of the normal building renders it im­possible to arrange for a proper display of the large museum which has been donated to the school. Our principal, Dr. E. T. Mathes, is spending the month of December in the east visiting some of the best state normal schools in the country. It is the united purpose of our trustees, principal and faculty that this institution shall stand for that which is best in the academic and professional training for teachers. The students who reside in the east end of Fairhaven are rejoicing because the authorities of that city have constructed a a good substantial sidewalk from the north end of Twenty-first street through "Happy Valley" to the normal school. This brings a large number of the homes of Fairhaven within a twenty-minute walk of the normal building, and materially increases the boarding and rooming facilities within walking distance of the school. It is seldom that any institution enjovs a more faith­ful business management than is given our school by the Board of Trustees. Their administration has not only been economical and fair, but it has extended to a solici­tude for the comfort and success of every individual teacher and student. Much time has also been given during the past few months to a careful consideration of the needs of the school in the future. These have been reviewed on another page of this issue of the MESSENGER. Miss Malene Nelson who attended the normal school last year is now Mrs. Richard Downey, and resides in Ballard, Washington. We are proud of the literary societies of our training school. The "Acorn" and Four-leaf Clover" socities are under the leadership of Misses Tromanhauser and Brat-ton. Weekly programs are given which are always edi­fying and commendable. Martin Korstad was elected sergeant-at-arms of the normal senate at a recent election. That large pile of observation note-books, seen in the south hall every other Friday, means much work for someone. The work is well repaid however by the dis­cipline received in their preparation. The constructive work as carried on in the primary grades of the training school is proving not only inter­esting but instructive as well, and the excellent work done by the smallest pupils is remarkable evidence of the adaptability of the course to the childs capabilities. Great volumes of eloquence are heard rolling through the halls every Friday afternoon. There cer­tainly is a Young Men's Debating Club around some­where near. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- 20 The Normal Messenger GOSSIP. "Said Gossip One to Gossip Two, While stoppin in the town,— 'One Mrs. Pry to me remarked, Smith bought his goods of Brown/ "Said Gossip Two to Gossip Three, Who cast her eyelids down,— 'I've heard it said today, my friend, Smith got his goods from Brown.' "Said Gossip Three to Gossip Four, With something of a frown,— 'I've heard it said—what do you think? Smith took his goods from Brown.' "Said Gossip Four to Gossip Five, Who blazed it around the town,— 'I've heard today such shocking news, Smith stole his goods from Brown.' " —The Pilgrim. Elementary Certificates. From everywhere comes most urgent demands for higher scholarship among teachers just as from every­where comes a similar demand for better trained workers along all lines. More than ever is it becoming certainly true that only the best shall survive. The poorer work­ers are eliminated or find it necessary to take stations much lower in the ranks. Accordingly, the wise ones will take zealous care that their preparation shall be thorough, and these will welcome such raising of stand­ards as shall, when fully met, put them beyond ques­tion, in the matter of trained efficiency. The State of Washington, in common with other coast states, feels the strong impulse for better things in education, and will accordingly raise her standards among her teachers. Already, in a neighboring state, owing to the exceeding demand for nothing less than university graduates in high schools, examinations for high school certificates are all but thoroughly obsolete, and will be hereafter discontinued at the request of the teachers themselves. Not only has this condition, which is a remarkable one, obtained, but another more remark­able still is in the process of obtaining. It is that the public are demanding University graduates for grammar schools and are securing them for all better positions in grammar schools. It will soon be true that no certifi­cates will be granted upon examination at all,—only upon credentials representing the most thorough train­ing. Realizing the oncoming conditions the Whatcom Normal School seeks to raise her standards. It feels that anything less than a well won diploma is inade­quate,— that the student who stops short of this is but temporizing, is really taking the first step out of the ranks. It is with these feelings that the taking of Ele­mentary Certificates is strongly discouraged. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- A D VERTISBMENTS ® 1 Solid Striking and Pointed Facts all go to prove that for quality, variety and superiority our stock of fine tools, cutlery and general hardware is unsurpassed. The mechanic, contractor, blacksmith or housekeeper will find our prices beyond competition, while our reputation for handling only high grade goods is beyond question. W. M. FRIZELL HDW, CO. | 1683 Holly St. New Whatcom If '^^M^^mm^^m^^^^^M^^^^^M^^^^^. STOCKUIN BROS. FOR FIRST-CLASS DRY GOODS, JACKETS, ETO. $ '4. AGENTS-P. Centemeri Co. Kid 1 Gloves and Thomson Corsets. Frame Building, Cor. Holly and Canoe Sts. Si i i ;Vay,;;tf.ria^ ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS IT'S SO And You Ought to know it Our Line of Christ­mas Goods Com­prises Kodaks, Gunther's Candies. Toilet Sets, Teplitz Ware, Shaving Sets and Brushes o! Ail Descriptions You Ought to r gt;pow About It Your Prescriptions are Compounded by a Qraduate of Pharmacy and Vou Ought to l^now That Our Ambition U to Give You All Your Money'* Worth COLLINS CO. TELEPHONE 866. A Breakfast Food for Every Day Sg in the week we can furnish you from our high m grade stock of cereals. For winter there is nothing more appetizing or healthful than our H. O. Oatmeal, Vitos and Semola and our many dainty foods in cereals and farinaceous foods of all kinds. Our stock of groceries includes everything that is of superior quality that comes under this head IRELAND S PAN OOAST 13th and E. Telephone 601. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS Yout Fancy Your Shape Your Pocket Boot We meef you e^f every fum of fKe sifue^fiorv. We sKow e*r gt; e^ssorf rc\er»f of Men's Business and Dress Suits and Overcoats at From $7.50 TO $25.00 Wtyeb roatjes disappoirtf- Tryer)t QT) impossibility to the My^r ^ _^ Fine Furnishings, Hats and Shoes. Leather Satchels and Bags, also Trunks. Complete Outfits for Young Men a specialty. "One Price to All; Yotff Moneys' Worth Or Yo«r Money Back" ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS |-jIGH=GRADE_ PRINTING ENGRAVED CARDS We are receiving many orders for Engraved Plates, Gallina Cards and Invitations And are supplying goods in this line that are strictly UP-TO-DATE (XT MAY BE OF INTEREST to re-publish I the following, which is one of many flat-tering press notices given a recent typo­graphical production from this establishment: "Messrs. Edson Irish, of New Whatcom, Washington, have recently published Carrie Blake Morgan's first book, a volume of poems, which takes its name from the opening poem, "The Path of Gold." * * * The little book is MOST ATTRACTIVELY PRINTED, and is bound in heavy, red Whatman's paper, with gold lettering, and is published at 50 cents per copy. It contains thirty-three poems, all short, the most successful of all being some of from two to four lines each, which are charming, both in subject and manner. Some of Mrs. Morgan's poems have a familiar ring, one two-line verse having been used on a book-plate belonging to a New York collector, but whose authorship we had never been able to discover. The book is well worth a place in our poet's corner, and it is to be hoped it Will meet with the appreciative reception its high quality warrants."—NEW YORK TIMES. EDSON lt; IRISH 1333 RAILROAD AVE. NEW WHATCOM If yon want to make XMAS PRESENTS To your friends the Whatcom Furniture Co. Keep a full line of House Furnishings and Fancy Goods Holly and R. R. Ave. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- BUSINESS DIRECTORY D. H. EVANS C A M E R A S A N D SUPPLIES PYROGRAPHICAL OUTFITS 14 15 HOLLY S T . NJBO) WHATOOD) D. J. MCARTHUR, Notary Public H. D. MCARTHUR D. J. McARTHUR SON Real Estate, Loan, Insurance and Rental Agents ELK S T R E E T NEWT W H A T O OH ALL THE POPULAR BOOKS OF 1900^^^ gt; Together with thoseof last year / ^ * | | ^ | \ mm i ^ T l lt; ^ Christmas Cards and Holiday SHERMANS Novelties at _^^^^. B. B. POULTRY AND FISH MARKET M " 5 3 S m Wholesale and Retail Dealers in Poultry, Poultry Supplies, Fresh and Cured Fish — Breeders of Buff Plymouth Rocks, Buff Leghorns, and Eggs in Season—Agents for Prairie State Incuba­tors and Brooders, Pacific Poultryman and Reliable Poultry Journal. 1757 Holly Street PHONE 1166 New Whatcom. HELLO! CENTRAL! GIVE ME COX BROS.' LIVERY PHONE 1401 GOOD HEALTH DOES THAT MEAN ANYTHING TO YOU? STODDARD, the Sanitary Plumber 1381 ELK STREET. BELLINGHAM BAY PUBLIC LIBRARY AND FREE READING ROOM Corner Dock and Magnolia streets. 2 1 Saturday evenings from 7 to 10 o'cl MRS. HUGH ELDRIDGE, Secy. X,. H. HADLEY, Pres't. Open daily, except Sunday, from 2 to 6 p. m., also Wednesday and Saturday evenings from 7 to 10 o'clock. Business, Stenography, Special Branches None cheaper, none better. Day and evening school. Send for Journal. AUG. WILSON, New Whatcom, Wash. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- BUSINESS DIRECTORY GRAVES, BACKUS PURDY Transact a General BANKING BUSINESS Largest Bank in Northwestern Washington. New Whatcom, Wash. C. K. McMILLIN, Cashier. CENTRAL MARKET P E L L S MARZ. P R O P S. WHOLESALE AND RETAIL DEALERS IN Beef, Pork, Veal, Mutton and Lamb, SHIPPING SUPPLIED. Salt Meats, Game in Season. Elk St., near R. I. Morse . . . . New Whatcom, Wash. A. V. MILLER THE SHOEMAKER Boots and Shoes Made to Order—Repairing Neatly Done. The Work of the Normal Students Respectfully Solicited. 1035 ELK ST. Next to Morse Hardware Co. The best place in town to buy Clothing and Gents' Furnishings CHAS. GREENBERG MORGEN Holly St. and Railroad Ave. W.O.NICHOLSON, BUTCHER And Dealer in Fresh and Salt Meats. . . . Elk St., near Cor. Holly PHONE 591 New Whatcom MRS. D. ALVERSON 1696 HOLLY ST. Closing out all Winter Millinery at a very low figure. Call at once and get a bargain. The Normal Students will £nd the PRINCIPAL BARBER SHOP AND BATHS The most Convenient and Attractive in the City. Holly Street, O p p o s U e ^ ^ ^ ^ F a m U I l g BrOS. ELK STREET COAL AND WOOD YARD ° - 5 £ K E 5£ Roslyn and Blue Canyon Coal and Dry Fir Wood delivered to any part of the -ity ,M - PHONE 1463 * * NEW WHATCOM ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS 1 TO THE NORMAL STUDENTS J '4 We extend to the Normal Students i §| a special invitation to call and ex- j | §j amine our beautiful Holiday stock of P 1 JEWELRY, CUT GLASS AND NOYELTIES. I « It will assist vou in choosing your m | g^ts. " | 0 NELSON lt;£ ROBINSON | i JEWELERS OPTICIONS. |f P Cor. Holly and Dock Sts. If nanus iGysjiMii^^ The McDougall=Gage Co. SELL STANDARD GOODS • Hartschaffner Marx Fine Clothing, Monarch Shirts, Perrin's Dent's Gloves and High Grades of Men's Furnishings, I Fischer Bldg., • Cor. Dock and Holly Sts. | MUNRO, BLflKE HASKELL . PHONE 121 NEW WHATCOM, WASH. 1199 ELK STREET HARDWARE, TINNING jm 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. riGiieMiSMsisiaiiiejajsiaiaMaisiaisisjsisiaEMa, THE BARK 8F WHAWM L. P. WHITE CO. TRANSACTS A GENERAL BANKING AND EXCHANGE BUSINESS YOUR ACCOUNT SOLICITED gj LIGHTHOUSE BLOCK NEW WHATCOM ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS Byron Shumway GROCERS f 5 f 6 HOLLY ST. @raigi@iaj@i@i@i0igig|2i3jgi@i@igjgjgia^jgjgjs|gj2ig]j Over 100 Styles Of Perfume Atomizers To select from. Call and see our Holiday Line. The in­spection will please both you and us. DeChamplain Graham, Th"%:,™,u.r Cor. Dock and Holly Sts. j^^^MSMSI^^^MS^^M^SSSMSMSSSMEMEMSMSM^mS A. Q. WlCKMAN The TAILOR 1345 HOLLY ST. NEW WHATCOM, WASH. R$s Patent The most complete assortment of LADIES FINE SHOES in the city. G. F. Raymond 1453 Holly St. Whatcom ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- AD VERTISEMENTS. HMS flMSMSEMS EiaS5I@M3IBI0I3MaMSfai3M5IMSI3ISEI3S WILSON, NOBLES BARR Successors to the BLUE FRONT GROCERY GROCERIES HARDWARE STRICTLY UP-TO-DATE 1425 Holly St. Telephone 881 ^ Best Line of Vegetables and Fruits On t h e Bay afflSaMSMMM@M5M3M2MSM0IiMSISiaSMMSJ01MSIMSI3iii] ?:?K gt;K gt;^5;.SKW£ gt;K gt;5: JC^X T P S -Y THE LEADER F O R / y 7 ^ \ Dress Goods, 0w\\ Fine Silks, Cloaks, ML/ \MK Silk Waists, Wool Waists, i i W.C.C. Corsets i Dowager Corsets Headquarters For Fine KID GLOVES HANDKERCHIEFS Men's Furnishings FANCY WORK t THE LEADER IOC. New Idea Patterns. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS THINGS APPROPRIATE FOR THE HOLIDAYS IN STERLING SILVER_^g£ gt; Book Marks 25c to $1.00 Paper Cutters 25c to 1.50 Mucilage Bottles 75c to 1.50 Ink Wells 75c to 1.50 Pen Wipers 50c to 2.00 Key Chains 75c to 3.00 Ink Erasers 25c to 1.00 Other Articles to Numerous to Mention. BERENS' JEWELRY AND OPTICAL HOUSE 1475 HOLLY ST. Mrt Pictures The Ilatest Books pirpe Stationery Christmas Novelties CALL AND SMM OUR STOCK WHILE COMPLETE Higpson's Pharmacy 1435-HOLLY ST. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- To Furnish A Home There is Everything in This Store Furniture, Carpets, Shades, Draperies, Upholstery Goods, Bedding, Stoves and Ranges, Heaters, Crockery, Glassware, Wood and Willow Ware, Tinware, Notions, Etc. All these lines are shown in complete variety for your choosing |MW—- L,ow prices are uniformly maintained and quality of goods always as represented. WE WANT YOUR TRADE B. B. Furniture Co. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1900 December ---------- • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • I BELUNGHAM \ I BAY I | IMPROVEMENT I ! COMPANY ! • Original Townsite Proprietors of I ! • £ • I THE CITY OF f ! NEW WHATCOM I I * I ! • • • • Choice Residence Property in the vicinity of the State Normal School. • Houses and Lots on the Insall-ment Plan. I • j For further information, address J BELUNGHAM BAY | IMPROVEMENT COMPANY ! t DEPOT BUILDING % t RAILROAD AVE. % • NEW WHATCOM, WASH. • | % • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • » • • » • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •PPPPP
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1901_0301 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER Whatcom, Washington Quarterly March, 1901 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- BICYCLES Morse Hardware
Show more1901_0301 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER Whatcom, Washington Quarterly March, 1901 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- BICYCLES Morse Hardware Co. 1051-1057 ELK ST BICYCLES COLUMBIA TRIBUNE HARTFORD ELDRIDGE VIDETTE gt; SILVER STREAK BICYCLES " t From J 5 to $ 7 5 ON T H E INSTALLMENT PLAN Old Bicycles taken in Exchange j BICYCLES ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS. ^mim?^^^^^^ J. N. SELBY CO. ARE H E A D Q U A R T E RS I Teachers and Students' Helps Supplementary Read­ing Classic Literature § Library Books Kindergarten Goods | Juvenile Literature School Supplies and Gift Books 124 HOLLY ST., WEST ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS CENTRAL LIVERY STABLE J. / . LARSON, Prop. BOARDING, FEED AND SALE STABLES, WOOD AND COAL O U R N B Y AND H A C K S A T ALL HOURS. EXPRESS A N D DRAYINQ I? 1375 ELK ST. PHONE 701 % Win. Guthrie Co. HOLLY ST., WHATCOM Retailers of fine Silks, Dress Goods, Linens, Wash Goods, Flannels, Blankets, Muslins, White Goods, Ladies', Gent's and Children's Underwear and Hosiery, Gloves, Ribbons, Embroideries, Laces, Shirt Waists, Skirts, Wrappers, Millinery, Notions, and a ..Magnificent Stock of Men's Furnishing Goods.. Substantial values—Fresh Goods at a money saving price. Remember—One thing above all we do exactly as we advertise, that if there is anything unsatis­factory, we will make it good, we want to please you in everything. GIVE US A CHANCE ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY TELEPHONE 1711 RESIDENCE TELEPHONE I09A CHAS. L. HOLT, M. D. Specialties: Diseases of the Eye, Hap, fiose and Throat Rooms i and 2 Fischer Block. Office Hours: 9 to 12 a. m., 2 to 6 p. m. Whatcom, Sunday, 2 to 4 p. m. Washington DR. H. J. BIRNEY Rooms 1, 2 and 3, Red Front Building Office Telephone 814 Residence Telephone 813 J. /=". CROSS, M. D. PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Rooms 1, 2 and 3, Miller Building, Holly Street, New Whatcom Office Hours—9 to 11 a. m:», 1:30 to 4:00 p. m., and at Night. TELEPHONE NO. 851. 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 16 417. PHONE 1713 DR. D. E. BIGGS Fischer Building Telephone Main 108 A. MACRAE SMITH, M. D. TELEPHONE 1791 Office, Red Front Building WHATCOM DR. J. C. MINTON DENTIST Rooms 9, 10 and 12 Office Phone 1283 Fischer Block. Residence Phone 1223 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY DR. C. A. DARLING DENTIST Rooms 18 and 19 Fischer Block, Corner Dock and Holly Streets, PHONE 1315. New Whatcom, Wash. DR. P. 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 735 Z gt;R. G. M. R U T T AN DENTIST Cor. Dock and Holly - Whatcom, Wash CHAS. A. ROHRBACHER PIANIST Mr. Rohrbacher will give no lessons during June, July and August, but will resume teaching about Sep­tember i, and will remain in Whatcom another year or more. SUTCLIFFE HILL Are the People who lead in WALL PAPER, PAINTS, OILS GLASS Especial attention given to DOORS AND WfNDOWS Telephone 1195 Holly St., WHATCOM HEGG the Photographer Views, Picture Frames and Easels At Reasonable Prices 128ITKST ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS THE FARMERS AND MECHANICS' STORE THE RELIABLE CLOTHIERS AND SKOE DEALERS HOLLY STREET, NEAR RAILROAD AVE. If you are after a saving in this line, come and see us; we will guarantee you a reward. A big stock and up-to-date goods at Lowest Prices. Give us a trial. THE FARMERS MECHANICS' STORE [^OTHROP BROS. Artists in Photography Everything new and up-to-date in the Photographic line Exclusive Designs in flountings Enlarging and Finishing in Crayon, Pastel, Water Colors and Sepia RHONE 1703 Reveille Building, Dock Street WHATCOM O. K. BARBER SHOP OLIVER O'REE, PROP. The Best Equipped Barber Shop on the Bay. Porcelain Baths and Fine Service. Cor. Holly and Mlk Sts. KELLMAN BROS. ELK M sIkKET RETAIL MEAT MARKET Dressed Meats, Poultry and Game when in Season ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS AS USUAL A Complete Stock of DRY GOODS To be Seen at | MONTAGUE and McHUGH'S GRADUATING SUITS a specialty. The largest 3 and most complete stock of White Goods ever shown on the Bay. See our Famous $1 KID GLOVES None better sold any-where for $1.25. We carry the famous Cogswell Boulter MUS- 3 ^ LIN UNDERWEAR. 3 2: Beautifully made goods 2 P1 at moderate prices. 3 ^ Warner's Famous RUST- 3 §j PROOF CORSETS. 3 2: Anything you want in 3 2: Dry Goods. ^ ^E It's to jpour advantage to call, as we ^ ^ really carry the only complete ^ ^ : stoc on tAe Sa^ ^ 1 MONTAGUE I | McHUQH j ^ WHATCOM, WASH. 3 liliUMWIUiUiUWilUUJMiUJIWUlliR ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- The Normal Messenger C O N T E N T S Needed—A Revival in Poetry in Common Schools. H. J. Tromanhauser 3 Editorial 7 From the Office 9 The Training School. 10 Literary Societies 12 Senior Class 17 Junior Class 17 Athletics 18 General Items 20 General Items—Continued 23 F A C U L T Y EDWARD T. MATHES, Principal, History and Philosophy of Education JOHN T. FORREST, Mathematics FRANCIS W. EPLY, Sciences WASHINGTON WISLON, Psychology and Pedagogy MISS MITTIE U. MYERS, English and Latin MISS LAUREL HARPER, Drawing MISS FRANCES HAYS, Reading and Physical Culture ROBERT B. VAILE, Mathematics and Sciences MISS H. J. TROMANHAUSER, Supervisor, Training School MISS CORA BRATTON, Critic Teacher, Intermediate Grades MISS CATHERINE MONTGOMERY, Critic Teacher, Primary Grades MISS D. JEANETTE BAKER, Music MRS. ADA B. CLOTHIER, Librarian P. W. PIERCE, Custodian of Building and Grounds ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS. | YOU CAN DO BETTER AT | THEFfllRl 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 Stores in the State. | THE FAIR | §i Whatcom. 3 fiJlllUiUlHJUitilUiiiJUiUiUiUWilWUlli^ ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER MARCH, 1901 NEEDED-A REVIVAL IN POETRY IN COMMON SCHOOLS. H. J. TROMANHAUSER The end of education is good citizenship. Good citizenship is rooted in human ideals; human ideals are to be found not in bugs, stones or grass, but in literature, and especi­ally in that flower and fruit of literature— poetry. Not that science has not done its work admirably, but science has been monopolizing the field for two decades, at least. Science has inaugurated an era of sound investiga­tions, it has exploded many fallacies, it has conferred many practical benefits, it has in­creased the general stock of sanity and com­mon sense. For all these beneficences let us be glad. But man is not fed bjr bread alone. The bread of science is rather dry crust for the spiritual nature and we have long since swung away from the error that man is in­telligence and nothing more. We are gather­ing the fruit of that educational tenet. The prisons of every state have a large quota of college graduates, educated rascals, men whose education consisted merely of intel­lectual training. Their sensibilities and their will were neglected to say the least. "Man does not live by bread alone but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God." By whom does the Eternal speak? Infinitely above all, He speaks through the poet whose mission is to interpret and to teach. The poet is an idealist first and fore- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- 4 The Normal Messenger most. He reveals truth, beauty and perfec­tion, actual or potential. (Consciously or unconsciously) he is constantly chiseling ideals. An ideal is the north star for guid­ance. It is an everyday, working hypothesis by which we can measure our performances. History and biography of course furnish many examples of character which are nearly ideal, and powerful because of their reality, but the poet furnishes character which is not bound by any limitations of actuality. The poet is free to present man as he ought to be and can be. For example Schiller makes Mary Stuart not the sinning woman of his­tory, but the human soul purified and spiritu­alized by suffering. He makes the Queen of Scots exactly what we would have her be— not what she was. Goethe's Iphigenia, too is a figure which for nobility of character and for classic repose in awful trial is unsurpassed, not even among the Greeks themselves. Not that a schoolboy perhaps can fully appreciate such types, but can he not gaze, too, upon Mt. Baker on a clear day and feel an uplift inexplicable to him ? Poetry, music and drawing should be be­yond dispute the great culture-studies in our schools. Though every child can not sing or draw, no child can escape the culture in poetry properly taught. Moreover, it can be had without money and without price. There are many immediate external rea­sons for the need of the study of poetry in the common schools. In the first place, our whole nation is commercialized. We buy and sell; we truck and trade; we haggle and dicker. Even our children are commercialized. One of the sad tendencies of the times is the universal desire among children to make money. Go anywhere in the east and see little boys and girls setting up lemonade stands on any corner and crying their wares unblushingly while parents see no harm. Children in the great towns pluck even the ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- The Normal Messenger 5 belated wild-flowers beside dusty suburban roads and offer them for "only a nickel" to the first passer-by. "Get money, get money" is the watchword. Thus the wings of inno-cency are trailed "in the mire of the mart." From infancy the boy learns to believe that success in life is a pile of money and a big house on the corner. What is the ideal in this sort of thing? That money is the chief end of man. A second reason for the need of more poet­ry in schools is found in the quality of the average school readers. Many of them con­tain little else than inane effusions, diluted and pointless. All such twaddle is an insult to the intelligence of a boy or the good taste of a girl. Where was there ever a class of pupils who could not respond to the thrill in "Horatius at the Bridge," to the suspense in Lochiel's warning, to the sombre grandeur of Byron's "Waterloo" or to the sublimity in his " Apostrophe to the Ocean? " What class could not feel a response to Ossian's "Address to the Sun," to Portia's "Address to Shy-lock," to the Sleep-walking scene in Macbeth, or to the scene between Hubert and Prince Arthur in "King John?" Where is the little child who with loving teaching can not ap­preciate Longfellow's "Rainy Day" or Emerson's "Mountain and Squirrel" or Wordsworth's "We are Seven,"his "Fidelity" or even his "Michael?" Where is the boy or girl who, with loving teaching, can not in some measure at least, appreciate "Thanatopsis," or Gray's "Elegy" or even Keats' "La Belle Dame sans Merci?" The perspicacity of children sometimes calls forth reverence. Recently in our school we had been studying Heine's Lorelei. After the story was fully developed and we were about to leave it, I asked a little girl what it meant to her. Her answer was such as to make me revere her then and for all time, for she replied, " I think the lady means temptation." ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- 6 The Normal Messenger Has the story meant any more than that since the days of the Odyssey ? Again, children need the aesthetic influence of poetry because of the ugliness of their daily surroundings. Go where they will, they can not escape filthy streets, inartistic or vul­gar bill-boards, hideous advertisements, rag­time music (heaven save the mark!) and land­scapes bestrewn with rusty tin cans. Wheth­er they like it or not, our boys and girls must hear more or less illiterate small-talk and back-yard gossip to say nothing of gross profanity. They must look at ugly, freakish architecture wherever they go. 'Many of them never see a beautiful statue or a master painting. And what an array of gaudy wares they must see in the shop windows of any town. Many of them are drawn into the low theatre b}' the glare and tinsel. Still others are doomed to constant association with persons of unlovely character or even of vicious habits. Poetry furnishes our bo3rs and girls with the ideal which measures the difference be­tween what is and what might be. Whoever acts, whoever utters honest thought, runs the risk of doing harm; but not to act and not to utter honest thought is not to be a man.—Spalding. God knows that all sorts of gentlemen knock at the door; but whenever used in strictness, and with any emphasis, the name will be found to point at original energy. It describes a man standing in his own right, and working after untaught methods.—Emer­son. Teacher—How many of the scholars can remember the longest sentence they ever read? Billy—Please mum, I can. Teacher—What! Is there only one ? Well, William, you can tell the rest of the scholars thelongest sentence you ever heard. Billy—Imprisonment for life—Ex. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- IHJ NORMAL MESSENGER Published Quarterly by the Students of T H E S T A T E N O R M A L SCHOOL. WHATCOM, WASH. E D I T O R I A L S T A F F. GEO. R. BRIGHT. . . . . Editor-in-Chief MARTIN KORSTAD, - - - Local Department ASSOCIATE EDITORS Miss MARY BIRD, Kulshan Society MISS MAUD DRAKE, - - - Aurora Society MISS MAY PILLMAN, - - - Utopian Society Miss BESSIE GRIGGS, . . . Chilic Society MISS CLARA TARTE, - - - Alcott Society MR. HARRY SHEPHERD, - - Philomathian Miss TYRRELL WALBKIDGE, - - Y. W. C. A. society EDSON IRISH, Business Managers. TERMS: FORTY 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 Postoffice as second class matter. VOL. IT. MARCH, 1901 No. 2 Sunshine and out-door sports have en­livened the social spirit. Send your messages to The Normal Mes­senger; then read, and send it to relatives and friends. A box has been placed in the library where students may deposit articles of per­sonal, local, or general interest to the readers of the Messenger. A few members of the faculty and the students are entering heartily into athletic sports. Who said teachers should not play with the children ? Some of the articles, so kindly contrib­uted for this issue of the Messenger, were omitted because of the limited amount of space for publication. Teachers make your "calling" sure. The State Legislature has decreed that your "election" (by any board) shall not be made sure until the first Monday in June. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- 8 The Normal Messenger The following from and exchange, was perhaps written in discouragement. How­ever, it contains a spark or two of truth: LATIN. "All people died who spoke it, All people died who wrote it, All people die who learn it, Blessed death, the3' surely earn it." Although there has been a slight change in the Editorial staff, there will be no radical change in the political policy. And "since the multitude of men love to see things shap-en and to talk and read of them as happen­ing" we hope to receive the hearty co-opera­tion of every student in keeping the Messen­ger on the list of the best school magazines. Spring has come and the school year is drawing rapidly to a close. On some of these beautiful days why could not the students and faculty go on an excursion or a picnic? Our work so occupies our attention in and out of school, that when school days are gone and farewells are said, we shall recall these words beautifully sad, yet true: "Ships that pass in the night, and speak each other in passing, Only a signal shown and a distant voice in the darkness; vSo on the ocean of life we pass and speak one another, Onlj- a look and a voice, then darkness again and a silence." When we study science, a wonderful cer­tainty is established. So evident are the prin­ciples discovered, we grow confident; and yet, the whole scientific world is based and grounded on the "invisible"—atoms, gravita­tion, energy. If we as teachers are able only to educate children to a faith in these in­visible principles of matter we have failed. Science discloses a world of order and grand­eur, but the Kingdom of God is within. "If we would make him a man," says Spalding, in speaking of the child, "we must teach him to look and listen, to admire and revere, to think and will and love." ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- The Normal Messenger 9 FROM THE OFFICE. The State Legislature, just recently ad­journed, appropriated the sum of $99,604 for the Whatcom State Normal School. The various items provided for are as follows: Maintenance (two years), $42,500; science equipement, $1,500; library, $1,000; campus, $300; completing- present building, $1,000; building annex, $40,000; heating annex, $5,- 000; furniture for annex, .$2,000; emergency appropriation, $4,150; relief of citizens for completing rooms in present building, $1,654. While the needs of the school are great, and larger maintenance and building appropria­tions were needed, the officers of the school are grateful for the appropriations received. The maintenance fund will not allow the de­sired increase in salaries for it will be neces­sary to add three new members to the faculty next fall. One of these will serve as assistant critic teacher; one as assistant science teacher and one as teacher of vocal music and historj-. The new annex which will be added to the present building during the coming summer will conform in general appearance and style of architecture to the main structure. It will be located across the south end of the present building and while the two buildings will be connected by a passage way upon each floor the annex will be in every sense an independent building. The plans for the new structure provide that it shall be 102x104 feet in extreme dimensions. The basement and first floors will be devoted to the training school. These two floors will provide for this department five large school rooms, an illustrating room, ten recitation rooms, an office, a library, four teachers' rooms, four lunch rooms, and two toilet rooms besides a large play room. The second floor of the new building will contain in addition to two large recitation rooms and spacious corridors, an auditorium sixty-four feet square. This ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- 10 The Normal Messenger auditorium will be constructed with an in­clined floor, and will also contain a large circular gallery. The stage will be 24x36 feet in size and the entire room will seat 1000 people. A plain but substantial gymnasium will be constructed in the rear of the present building and will also be connected with the main hall by a closed passage way. The un­finished rooms in the present building will be completed and devoted to normal school work The two buildings when completed will contain a total of seventy two rooms and will provide very complete and commodious quarters for normal school work. During the past two years the school has labored under very unfavorable conditions, and it will be a source of great satisfaction alike to trustees, faculty and students to have the school properly equipped for success­ful work. THE TRAINING SCHOOL. The present outlook for the Training School is most gratifying. There are as many pupils in attendance as can be well ac­commodated and the eight grades are each represented by a fine class of girls and boys. The enthusiastic and helpful spirit shown by the pupils is a marked characteristic of the school. The enrollment for the year, thus far, has been one hundred and eight against seventy-nine last year. The grammar de­partment has twenty-seven classes and twenty-six pupil teachers; the intermediate department twenty-four classes and nineteen pupil teachers, and the primary department fourteen classes and ten pupil teachers. Seven tj'-t wo observers are engaged in writ­ing up the work which is being done in the several class rooms, much to their edification and the uplifting of the work generally. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- The Normal Messenger 11 A German Testament is to be awarded to the best reader of German in the grammar department at the close of the spring quarter. Several pupils have been in close and friendly contest for some weeks past. The strong argument for beginning languages early with children is the facile purity of their pronuncia­tion. This has been re-demonstrated by the introduction of German into the Training School. A society having for its object the promotation of purer English and the annihi­lation of slang has recently sprung into ex­istence in the intermediate department. This society has chosen officers who decide in case of dispute, and fix and collect fines. The funds thus raised are to be used in decorating the class rooms. The grades from the first to the fifth have one lesson a week in construc­tive work. They have already made port­folios, boxes, rafai mats, baskets, and are preparing to do simple chip carving. When the primary department gave up its name, "Four Leaf Clover" to the intermedi­ates, it was nameless but not for long. Not to be outdone by the Chilics or Kulshans they chose the Indian name "Snock-will-witt," which means "Guardian Angel." It was doubly applicable as one of their number had been given this name by the Lummi Indians when ababy. We hope the "Snock-will-witt" will be ever with us. The society have given up their literary program for Friday and are to have a soap-bubble party instead. The spring quarter has seen the best prac­tice teaching of the year. Some excellent work has been done especially in science, his­tory and geography. The observation work of the spring quarter also has been without a doubt the best of the year. Pupils who during the year have been moved up by special promotion are in most cases leading their new classes. A recent investigation of the professional reading done by the teachers in training re- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- 12 The Normal Messenger veals the fact that there exists a genuine desire on their part to attain breadth of view and that esprit de corps without which teach­ing degenerates into a mere trade. The training class deserve much credit for their efforts toward language culture in their classes. Marked improvement in language power has been the result. Special topics in science, history and geography have been regularly assigned to each pupil in the inter­mediate and grammar departments; these topics have been instrumental in fostering not only ability to use better English, but also to train pupils to use reference books in­dependently and intelligently. A delegation of nine Seattle teachers visited us recently. We were all glad to see them and sincerely wish them to "come again." We are also glad to have the Fairhaven and Whatcom teachers visit us, because they meet us sympathetically, as fellow workers to­ward the same good ends. LITERARY SOCIETIES. AURORA SOCIETY. The Aurora Society programs are a "howling" success. Frequently outside talent has added to the interest of the pro­grams. Prof. Warren very kindly gave us a violin selection, which was greatly appre­ciated by the Auroras and visiting members of the school. Mrs. Nehr favored us with a vocal solo, which was received with keen interest. Probably the most delightful session spent, was the afternoon when the American Indian program was given. The society room was tastefully decorated with pictures, and Indian relics. In one corner of the room was an Indian wigwam, made of skins of animals. After a truly instructive program, the members seated themselves in true Indian fashion and were served with succotash. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- The Normal Messenger 13 The new offieers are: President, Miss Kellogg; Yice-Pres., Miss Gruber; Sec., Miss New all. The Society is always glad to receive its friends. Come and see us. KULSIIAX SOCIETY. Don't miss the Kulshan's treat. The Kulshans will give their open meet­ing Friday evening, April 26. The promi­nent feature of the entertainment will be the rendering of the play "One must Marry," which has been translated from the German by a member of the Kulshans. The play deals with the trials and triumphs of two students home from college. It is highly fas­cinating throughout its seven acts. Preced­ing the play, and between its acts, there will be several musical selections. This is to be the literary event of the school year, and the society extends to the students, the faculty, and their friends everywhere a most cordial, special invitation. THE UTOPIAN SOCIETY. The Utopian Society is still the "ideal" even if our seniors have left us. A few weeks ago, we lost the following seniors from our society: Misses Gertrude Bell, Pearl Galliher, Anna Iverson, Carrie Wilmore. The follow­ing program was rendered in honor of them: Song—"Happy Days Gone By Society Class Prophecy of Seniors Eva Comegys A Senior's Soliloquy Endora Oliver Dialogue between two Seniors { M^Mrfdge Recitation Miss Bourgett Seniors Farewell to Society Miss Galliher Farewell to the Seniors Miss Casady The societies have been furnishing pro­grams for assembly, and one of the most unique and interesting was the one given by the Utopian Society. After an instrumental duet by Misses Pillman and Bourgett, the "Utopian Orchestra" made it first appear­ance in public. With Miss Bourgett, a per­fect Paderewski as the pianist, and Miss Bell, ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- 14 The Normal Messenger leader, surpassed only by Sousa himself the following selections were rendered in 4 lt; thrill­ing" manner: Part I—Two Step "Whistling Rufus " Part II—Waltz " Zenda Waltzes" First Violin, May Pillman; second violin, Maude Casa-day; Triangle, Jessie Shockey; Horn, Effie Moultray; Tambourine, Grace Powers; Mouth Organ, Clara Down­ey; Snare Drum, Ethel Chamberiain; Banjo, Blanche Charon; ist Guitar, Grace Mansfield; 2nd Guitar, Verona Millican; ist Mandolin, Joe Murray; 2nd Mandolin, Bessie Boyer; Comb, Maude Page. The Orchestra is now l'ead}' to fill all en­gagements, but it is feared that our services will be so widely solicited that we will be un­able to perform. ALCOTT SOCIETY. BELLINGHAM, Washington, April 6, 2000. This morning some workmen while repair­ing the campus of the old, historical Normal School, found hidden in the trunk of a large fir tree, a roll of manuscript, old, and yellow with age. It proved to be a valuable docu­ment; for these words, after a careful scrutiny became legible through the dust and mould of a hundred years. " WHATCOM, Washington, March 22,1901. The Alcotts are as busy and prosperous as ever. By their earnest and hard work the society is fast growing in popularity and membership. Much time and study is given to Parliamentary Drill; the improvement in debating is very noticeable. Interesting pro­grams have been rendered, in which special authors and subjects were studied. Many plans are being made for the decoration of the club room, and the members hope soon to have a bulletin board. Miss I. A. Baker, the much loved critic of the society has been obliged to resign for a short time, but her sis­ter, Miss Jeanette Baker has assumed her duties and the work still prospers. There are no drones among the Alcotts. All work together for the upbuilding and good of the society^" ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- The Normal Messenger 15 These few facts about the Alcott Society of so long ago, are indeed a treasure. Many stories have been handed down through this generation from those who attended the old Normal School. Some ask if this is the same society that is read about in history. Yes, it is the same one of which the celebrated his­torian, R. B. Vaile has given such an interest­ing account. The descendents of those who belonged to that noble band of workers have reason to be proud of the records of their forefathers, or rather their foremothers. THE PHILOMATHIAN SOCIETY. The Philomathian Debating Club has made rapid progress this year in the way of orations, declamations, debates and parlia­mentary practice. The club possesses a musical talent both vocal and instrumental. It has a well organized octet, and is able to place before the public a quartet, that would reflect credit upon any institution. It can boast of four seniors, Messrs. Thos. and Martin Korstad, from east of the mountains; H. C. Bowman of Lynden, and Geo. R. Bright of Port Angeles; and two juniors, Thos. Slattery and Thos. Monnett of Fairhaven, and Leonard Miller of Whatcom. On February 15, the club rendered a well prepared program in the assembly hall, its best features being a declamatory contest and debate on the evils of compulsory education. The club in taking up the study of parlia­mentary law, hopes to train its members so that when they are called upon in any ordi­nary meeting to preside, or to take part in debate they may be able to conduct them­selves with credit, both to themselves and those about them. THE CHILIC TRIBE. During the past week groups of students have been seen gazing wonderingly at a frame recently placed in the hall, its Indian red mat gaudily decorated with warlike chiefs and other characteristics of the native tribe. The modest letters C-h-i-1-i-c, carefully placed ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- 16 The Normal Messenger in the corner bring to all its followers vivid recollections of the afternoons spent in feast­ing and making merry in the sunshiny room of their beloved chief, Miss Myers, who has thus far guided them into profitable and pleasant hunting grounds. Each Friday afternoon some prominent literary character is studied and thus far have appeared the names of Markham, Cooper, Field, Higginson, Teck. Among its members may be found many celebrities, the president and secretary of the senate, five seniors, a star debater and de-claimer, ladies' quartet and others of note. Peace, progress and prosperity are charac­teristics of this tribe. THE Y. W. C. A. SOCIETY. The Y. W. C. A. is still an active force among the Normal students. The Association was much helped and en­couraged by the visit of Mrs. Allen, of Port­land, Or., general secretary of the Young Women's Christian Associations of the Pa­cific Coast. Mrs Allen is a true christian worker and the young women are always de­lighted when they know she is coming. A reception for Mrs. Allen was given Feb­ruary 12, at the home of Mrs. Mathes. This meeting was both instructive and en­joyable. We spent a few pleasant hours together, making new plans and suggesting subjects to be considered by the association. Plans were made to send a delegate from the Normal to the annual convention held at Capitola, Cal. A circle of Personal Workers was organ­ized; the members of the circle make it their duty to give personal invitations to those who are not in the habit of attending the weekly meetings, and to get them interested in the Y. W. C. A. work. Mimeographed in­vitations were extended to each member of the school to attend a special meeting led by Miss F. Hays, March 12. Many responded to the invitations and an especially helpful meeting was enjoyed. The monthly Sunday afternoon meetings are especially beneficial. April 14, the meet­ing will be held in the United Presbyterian church, Rev. Cox will give an address. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- The Normal Alessenger 17 Senior Class. The Senior Class have for several weeks spent the period occupied by society work in class deliberation. Topics for discussion have not been wanting. It is a common thing to hear the cool headed president say, *' Miss has the floor," as the other excited seniors take their seats the speaker proceeds. All are eager to dispose of the class business as soon as possible in order that everything may at an early date be set right for commencement. The committee on class day arrangements have made their report and the various parts have been fully discussed. The class pins have come at last. The}' are a beau­tiful fleur de lis of Roman gold with N. W. N. '01 in black enamel. They are perfect gems, and need only be seen to be admired. The most severe critic, if just, could not desist from favorable comment as they are worn on ties of the class colors. On walking excursions the class have been looking about for a suitable cedar, the class tree, to be planted Arbor Day. The blooming of the margaret, the class flower, has also been anticipated. The class motto, " Education is the chief defense of nations." was chosen from a long list. Last but not least of the class paraphernalia comes the yell. Choco yoc wa closh wa wa, Choco yoc wa rah! rah! rah! Clatawa nanitch closh tilicum Whatcom Normal, 1901. When this is given by the 29 seniors an Easterner would think that the Indians had broken out. At a recent meeting investigation was made and an ideal senior was found to be 23 years old, five feet five and three-fourths inches tall, weight 138 pounds, modest, handsome and highly intellectual. The seniors were extended au invitation to meet at the home of Miss Gertrude Bell, 595 High St., March 22, 2 p. m. At the appointed time the spaciaus parlors were filled by the merry crowd. Miss Bell proved herself a genial hostess. Refreshments were served after which all retired to the porch to practise the yell, the pleasant weather and sight of the water front created a desire for a ramble. In a few minutes the water front was reached in Indian file, the class passed up the gang plank of a large sailing vessel. A sailor showed them about to all parts of interest. It was particularly inter­esting to see how the dishes were arranged and kept in place. After a snap shot at the schooner the homeward journey was begun, each one feeling that the afternoon had been well spent. Junior Class. The Junior Class consists of thirty-four members, twenty two of whom, live outside of Whatcom county, twenty are graduates of four-year high schools, and eight are experienced teachers. The average age of the class is twenty years. Several members of the class will receive five-year certificates in June, but the majority will return and finish next year. The class was recently organized, and the following officers were elected: President, Grace Powers; Secre­tary, Grace Huntoon; Treasurer, Garnet Kendall. Com-mitttes have been appointed to select a class color and a class yell. As a class, they are a progressive people in our school and their basket-ball team can compete with any on the Sound. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- 18 The Normal Messenger ATHLETICS. THE WALKING CI.UB. On Friday afternoon about forty of the members of the Walking Club congregated ou the Normal steps, with another health and pleasure trip in view. The afternoon was propitious and augured a pleasant walk. Indulging in merry laughter and conversation, we swiftly left the Normal grounds and wended our way down High street. As we passed down the street, on our right Lo! Mt. Baker prints the distant sky, And O'T its airy top faint clouds were driven So softly blending that the cheated eye Forgets, or which is earth or which is heaven. At the foot of the hill we left High street, and then following Lake street, we soon left the town behind us and were in the woods, enjoying the pure bracing air. Along the plank road we trooped, a happy carefree crowd, with Miss Myers bringing up the rear. Anon snatches of song were heard, as if the jubilant spirits of the " Walkers " must find vent in some way. Two wood paths were explored, with the hope of finding some of nature's hidden treasures, but empty-handed we returned to the road. We soon came to a bridge spanning a swiftly flowing creek, leaning over the railing of the bridge.on either side, we watched the clear water as it gurgled and foamed over the logs and wood in the stream, and admired the beauty of the dark green ferns along its sides. Across the bridge two roads met, then the question was to take, or not to take, which one of them? After some deliberation we decided to take the one leading to the left. After following it for a few minutes, we emerged on the car line at the Cemetery—God's acre. On the car line we rested for a few minutes, then con­tinued our walk up the car line a short distance, then turning to our left, we followed the new road down to the falls, and standing by the railing, near the foot of the hill, we gazed enraptured at the enchanting scene before us. The creek flows quietly around a curve in its banks, then leaps over a rocky precipice in cascades and foam to the level below, tossing spray over the surrounding rocks which are papered with green moss and lichens. One never tires of watching how the green water changes to white foam spray as it seethes over the rock and breaks on the logs and rocks below the fall. Standing by the falls and watching the eager, impetuous speed of the water while listening to its thunder, one looks into its depths and thinks, thinks deep solemn thoughts. Anon we crossed the stream over the little rustic bridge and climbed up the steps on the other side of the falls so as to see it in all its varied aspects. From this point another but smaller fall is to be seen farther up the stream. Standing by the stream, we sang " America " but natures voice was stronger than our combined effort. One of spring's earliest messengers, a trillium, was found by the falls. All too soon we were obliged to return home. This time we followed the foot-path which winds down the western side of the creek. Along the stream we wended our way, up and down declivities as wild and varied as those of far-famed Switzerland,and under trees whose leafy branches intertwined o'erhead, catching now and then, a glimpse of the stream as it tumbled over its rocky bed. On the way back members of the party lagged behind —presumably gathering ferns and green leaves—possibly because they were weary. In the evening as the mills were whistling we reached the car track, just in time to ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- The Normal Messenger 19 see one of nature's lovely studies in color. The sun was setting, just before us was the dark green of the woods, farther off were the purple and gray lights and shadows falling in misty splender over the town and bay, while beyond it, in the sky flamed the brilliant orange of the setting sun. forming a most gorgeous background. Here at the bridge, we rested until the rear guard of our party came up. Then leaving the over weary ones to return home on the car, the rest of the party started on, some in their eagerness to reach home—or supper—run­ning races. As we entered the town with the senior's yellow pennon floating in the breeze as our color bearer carried it along, a man on a passing train saluted it, and we "saw-dust" fly. In the gathering dusk we trooped through the town, a happy but somewhat tired crowd of "Walkers," for we had walked about seven miles. At the corner of Elk and Holly, after exchanging '' good nights," each member hied himself home. BASE B A L L. The base ball situation at the Normal is rather dis­couraging owing to the lack of any place on which to practice, the game will probably be abandoned for the most part, and the boys will turn their attention to other forms of athletics. FENCING. Fencing is an interesting part of the athletic sports, in this, the .aim is to acquire self-control. Swords and foils are used. Quite a number of young men and young women are in the club, and are taking great interest in the saber practice. Even the young ladies have no masks, their only protection being the skillful use of their blade. All are eager to become as adept as their leader, Professor J. T. Forrest, and as self-possessed. Although fencing in reality originated among the ancients, the principles of the art are of great value in perfecting the individuals physical self-control. ROWING CLUB. The rowing section of the physical exercise scheme inaugurated by Miss Hays took its initiative step on Saturday afternoon, March 23. A party of seventeen went out to Lake Whatcom on the electric car leaving at 2 o'clock and spent the afternoon on the water. Four boats were secured, and by landing once on the way up the east shore of the lake, opportunity was offered to all to secure some experience in rowing. About two miles from the starting point the party landed, built a camp fire and ate a picnic lunch. On the way back they rowed around the foot of the lake and enjoyed the beautiful sunset from the water. Similar expeditious are being planned for every other Saturday provided the weather is fair. BASKET-BALL. Two enthusiastic basket-ball sections have been oiganized. One is just beginning, while the other has been practicing about a month and has developed some expert players. This section is made up largely of Juniors, which will make it possible to organize a strong team in the Senior class next fall. The young ladies playing are Misses Charon, Pillman, Bourgett, Bird, Smith, Hilton, Huntoon, Powers, Mansfield and Murray. Misses C. Robinson, N. Sapp, Jameson, Haines, War-burton, Belford, Hauptly, Pierce, Treutle, Freeman, Perkins, Reid, Kennedy, Williams, and h. Robinson are playing in the beginning section. The modified rules are used. This makes the game for women differ from that of the young men in two particulars. The field is divided into thirds and players are required to stay within their own limits, thus de­creasing the danger of over-exertion, and no one is ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- 20 The Normal Messenger allowed to snatch or bat the ball from an oppenents hand, a time limit being substituted. The teams play twice each week at 3:15 playing about 30 minutes with three or four rest periods. Two sections will be organized by the young men this week. GENERAL ITEMS. Mr. Wm. Stephenson was compelled to go home owing to a severe illness. Mr. Kdward Lonkey has gone home to assist his father with the spring work. Mr. Guy Taylor has accepted a position in the What­com Postoffice, yet he carries a part of the Normal work. Miss Elsie McAllister has left school but will return next fall. She is now teaching at Beach, Lummi island. Mr. Charles Johnson's parents have moved to West Plains, Mo., but Charles will stay till school closes in June. The musical entertainment given by the musical de­partment under the leadership of Miss Baker was a grand success. Miss Rubv Smith has left the Normal intending to take charge of a school in a few weeks near Spokane. She will return next fall. Miss Ida Baker, our teacher of vocal music, has been compelled to ask for a leave of absence until next fall, on account of serious eye trouble. Mr. John and Miss Annie Summers have been obliged to discontinue their work at the Normal for the present, but expect to return next fall. Mr. Claude Jeffrey has been unable to attend school regularly on account of the serious illness of his mother, but we are glad to hear she is recovering. Miss Ethel Austin has been removed from the Sis­ters' Hospital to her home where she is slowly recover­ing from a severe attack of pneumonia. Of the tnid-year elementary graduates, Miss Pearl Smith is teaching at Ferndale; Miss Edith Case at Chucka-nut; Miss Claire Comstock at San de Fuca; Miss Louise Baker in the city schools of Port Townsend; and Miss Anna Klockstead is at home recupering before taking charge of her school. The result of the preliminary debates is as follows: Philomathian vs. Alcott. Judges, County Superintend­ent Simpson, Miss Lees and Mrs. Eldridge. Kulshan vs. Utopian. Judges, Professor Hughes, Mrs. Simpson and Rev. Evans. Mr. Thomas Korstad of the Philomathian and Miss Mary Bird of the Kulshan being the winners. Miss Montgomery, our primary critic teacher, enter­tained the senior class one Friday afternoon recenty. One enjoyable feature of the entertainment was the novel manner of reporting on "Richard Carvel," one of the books which the seniors have been reading. Refresh­ments were served, and after a social afternoon, the merry crowd departed. Miss Thompson has resigned her position as Normal librarian to join the teaching corps of Seattle. She has been connected with the Normal from its opening and was a favorite with students and teachers. On the even­ing she left, a large crowd of students assembled at the Whatcom dock and accompanied her as far as Fairhaven. While all regretted Miss Thompson's departure, the school gave Mrs. Clothier a hearty welcome. She is now well settled in her work and knows most of the student's names and faces. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS GETTING OVER A BARBED WIRE FENCE QUICKLY is a difficult achievement. The only way that we know of, if you buy the kind that we keep in stock, is to get inside with the steer. Now is the time to fix up your pasture lands and meadows with a good, safe fence, and you will find the best barbed fencing wire, poultry netting, etc., at this store. W. M. FRIZELL ITD'W CO. HOLLY ST. WHATCOM THE GLOBE CLOTHING Co. DAN McCUSH, M'G'R Headquarters for MEN'S and BOYS CLOTHING FURNISHINGS, HATS GAPS Grand View Block Holly Street ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS | Prescriptions j \ We regard this department in our store, paramount. % { There are degrees of goodness in chemicals as well | ? as shoes or umbrellas. But while a man may pay a ? 5 low price for a hat or a woman buy an inexpensive % g gown for economy no one should want to economize 2 jj on medicines. We use the best drugs, chemicals, ? 5 essential oils c. whether filling physician's pre- 4 ? scriptions or household recipes and invite inspection 5 5 of same. e 5 Everybody likes a little nice perfume and good toilet » 5 soap. We have the best in the market, including \ \ Roger Gallet's, and Pinauds. 5 • * 5 l^^^TJAK*^ a r e D e c o m ' n g a household neces- § 5 xvv^x^rvxv gt;3 s i t v We c a n SUppiy y o u w j t j ! t n e | \ latest and all kinds of supplies. ? 5 We can supply electric belts, batteries and appli- \ * ances. Robinson's bath cabinets as well as the finest * R Port and Sherry Wines and Whiskies. \ \ COLLINS a CO., I DRUGGISTS I I TELEPHONE 866 HOLLY ST. | JlFfc****. ^•nn'V gt;nnwuvuitn gt;)A*«'k'kn^ gt;nnn'wwk gt;A lt;vu« A FASTIDIOUS BUYER always selects her food supplies from our choice stock of high grade groceries. We cater to the de­mands of a first-class trade, and can meet the wants of everyone with the purest and best foods that can be secured, at prices that will enable you to live high at small cost. IRELAND PANCOAST t TELEPHONE 601 HOLLY AND E ST8. 5 t u u v r u w w * lt;uu«iu*aw lt; wvw lt; lt;«uu»wvk gt;kMuuu lt;wuvw lt;( ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- The Normal Messenger 23 GENERAL ITEMS—CONTINUED. Remember the Kulshan Giganticum. Mr. Guy Nicholas is working in Fairhaven. Mr. E. Wilson is working for the Gas Co. in this city. The combined weight of the senior class is over two tons. Mr. W. F. Post was home about two weeks on a business trip. Miss Stella Garls of Burlington was a visitor at the Normal recently. The class in solid geometry will finish their subject the first week in April. Rumor has it that one of the Normal girls has left school to form a conjugal alliance. Basket-ball has received a great deal of attention lately among the girls especially. Two teams have been organized and practices are held twice a week. We ex­pect to hear from them soon. In this delightful spring weather the students who reside in Fairhaven enjoy the view of Mt. Baker and the surrounding hills in passing to and from the Normal over the new side walk. This is one of the most delightful walks on Bellingham Bay. Among the names of those who passed the last teachers' examination we noticed the following Normal-ites: J. H. Dunn, Ruby Gough, Alice Jenkins, Mary O'lyoughlin, Gertrude A. Peak, Carrie E. Robinson, Alice Smith, A. G. Stinson, Ruby E. Smith, Elizabeth Trunkey, N. E. Van Curen, Olivia Warriner, Clara Warriner, W. R. Nichol. Iv-e-g spells " l i m b " to one of the seniors. Motto of a Geometry Senior—'' For all practical purpose." It is rumored that one of the boys of the review year is badly in love—with himself. Mr. Johnson is not at all selfish or he would take an entire homestead; as it is he is satisfied with a Lane. For new styles in aprons, go to the laboratory and take note, especially of Prof. Eply's, the very "latest" out (of the kitchen). Teacher in Physics—"Of what can you think that has the ' warmest' color in the spectrum ? " Pupil—"Those yellow ties worn by the juniors." Dave—"Ruth will you please bring me a glass of water?" (Ruth bringing in a pail of water) " Here is a drink for you Dave." Dave—" Why did you bring so much, I asked for a glass full? " Ruth—"Oh! I thought you needed more, Ollie says you are the dryest stick she ever saw." ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS SCIENTIFIC DENTISTRY At Moderate Prices WHATCOM DENTAL PARLORS II TO 15, RED FRONT BUILDING MOLLY AND CANOE STS.. WHATCOM. WASH. Our system of association revolutionizes dentistry. It embraces; ist. Every appliance to save pain and time. 2nd. Buying our supplies in large quantities at a great saving on their cost. 3rd. A large practice conducted on correct business principles, at a reasonable profit. PACIFIC STEAM LAUNDRY ESTABLISHED 1889 FIRST-GLASS WORK GUARANTEED UDNESS ERHOLM. PROPS. TELEPHONE 1183 KLINE BROS. MANUFACTURING) JEWELERS AND OPTICIANS EYES EXAMINED FREE OLD JEWELRY MADE OVER 1435 Holly St., Whatcom 1108 Harris Ave., Fairhaven H I G H - C L A S S Printing • • • OF EVERY VARIETY • • • Engraved or Printed Calling • • and Wedding Cards • • Large Line of Legal Blanks EDSON IRISH • • • • ESTABLISHED 1B90 • • • • I333 RAILROAD AVE. W H A T C OM ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- BUSINESS DIRECTORY Larson's Music S Store D. J. MCARTHUR, Notary Public H. D. MCARTHUR D. J. McARTHUR SON Real Estate, Loan, Insurance and Rental Agents E L K S T R E ET WHATOOM FRENCH LINEN IRISH LINEN OLD SYTLB LINEN Also Papetries with Cut of Normal School Building A T S H E R M A N 'S 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, Buff Leghorns, and Eggs iu 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 GOOD HEALTH DOES THAT MEAN ANYTHING TO YOU? STODDARD, the Sanitary Plumber 1281 ELK STREET. "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 B. A. WEZBON, M'g'r. Business, Stenography, Special Branches None cheaper, none better. Day and evening school. Send for Journal. AUG. WILSON, New Whatcom, Wash. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- BUSINESS DIRECTORY GEO. C. FISHER, H. W. BATEMAN Notary Public BATEMAN FISHER GENERAL INSURANCE AGENTS ROEHL BLOCK Telephone i o n WHATCOM, WASH. CENTRAL MARKET F E L L » MARZ, P R O P S, 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 A. V. MILLER THE SHOEMAKER Boots and Shoes Made to Order—Repairing Neatly Done. The Work of the Normal Students Respectfully Solicited. 1035 ELK ST. Next t o Morse Hardware Co. KNOX'S CANDY FACTORY ICE CREAM AND SODA FINE, HAND-MADE CHOCOLATES and BON-BONS Orders solicited for Ice Cream and Water Ices. HOLLY STREET WHATCOM MEATS wwo£™AND Fresh, Smoked and Salt TWO SHOPS NOLTEE BROS. 1468 Holly St. Z131 Thirteenth St Phone 86 Phone 08 SPORTING GOODS Lawn Tennis and Base Ball goods, Indian Clubs, Dumbells, Punching Bags, Foot Balls CRESCENT BICYCLES, $25, $35, $50 Bicycle Sundries and a fully equipped Re­pair Shop LONG BROS., i f f ii COR. HOLLY AND BAY STS. ELK STREET COAL AND WOOD YARD * S £ H S K Roslyn and Blue Canyon Coal and Dry Fir Wood delivered to any part of the ";*y ^ —, PHONE 1463 WHATCOM ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS. Dry Goods TRY ^Lyjj MURPHY'S STORE n i * \W ^1 FOR RIBBONS LACES AND NOTIONS • lt;Bff Knox Block 13th Street I The JHcDOUGALL-GAGE CO. j I SELL Standard Goods I s Hart, Schaffner Marx Fine Clothing, ^ jf: Monarch Shirts, Perrin Dent's % jgr Gloves, and High Grades of Men's M fe Furnishings A I FISCHER BUILDING COR. DOCK AND HOLLY STS. | MUNRO, 5LftKE HASKELL HARDWARE, TINNING *A/r gt; PLUMBING Hot Water and Steam Heating Manufacturers of Buckeye Separators and Cone Strainers Sole Agents for Bridge, Beach Co.'s Steel Ranges and Stoves, Myer's Pumps, and all kinds of Sheet Metal work. rnnJiMIii!JEiMSKfi!^ THE BAHK 0 F WHATGSffl h. P. WHITE CO. TRANSACTS A GENERAL BANKING AND EXCHANGE BUSINESS YOUR ACCOUNT S O L I C I T ED | | LIGHTHOUSE BLOCK WHATCOM ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS. Bellingham Bay Grocery Co. INCORPORATED Wbolnatt and Retail Otalm hi Groceries, Cigars and Tobacco HAY AND GRAIN LARGEST STOCK AMD LOWEST P R I C E S OH T H E nmr — rmuePHONm 821 1125-1131 mi* sr. WHATCOM We are Agents for Lowney's and Huyler's Packages from 5 Ct». to$ i.oo Always Fresh and Pull Weight DeChamplain Graham THE OWL PHARMACY PHONE 1481 A. G. WlCKMAN The TAILOR 1340 HOLLY ST. WHATCOM, WASH. Julia JWKWj JESkk T h e m o s t complete IS.Ce BOOt ' ^ ^ ^ « assortment of LADIES FINE *«****"*, SHOES **?-^%. in the city, • S j f r G. F. Raymond 1453 Holly St. Whatcom ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • » • • • • • • • • • • • • 'LUNCH GOODS* Potted Ham and Chicken Veal, Chicken and Ham Loaf Pressed Chicken Stuffed Olives Heinz Pickles and Chow Chow- Pickled Walnuts, etc. etc. etc. Everything in Fancy Groceries Lateness and Up-to-Dateness WILSON, NOBLES BARR t • Successors to Blue Front Grocery TELEPHONE 881 114 HOLLY ST., EAST ^ THIEL WELTER DEALERS IN FURNITURE Carpets, Linoleums, Oil Cloths, Bedding, Draperies, Upholstery, and Children's Carriages LARGEST STOCK LOWEST PRICES Telephone 1451 1237-1243 Elk St. j§jjgi^ini!Ii!!ic!fii^ ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- A D VERTISEMENTS. STUDENTS' WATCHES "The newest down-to-date." New effects in "Gun Metal," Gold and silver Chatelaines $4.00 and upwards YOUNG MEN'S f i l l I U l l D gt;t)...... $1-50 and upwards EVERY ONE GUARANTEED BERENS' JEWELRY AND OPTICAL HOUSE 104 HOLLY ST. EAST WHATCOM £ '?-ffiv!jfr':'?^ M E TAILORING WE ARE STRONG on Men's Suits from $*5 to $25 LARGE SAMPLE ENDS To Choose from l You get full effect of Goods I The WORK and F I T We Guarantee Ladies' Tailor-made Suits and Skirts p Every Garment made to Individual Measurement 1 1 B 4 Buying call and C US C. D. BENNETT WHATCOM, WASH. »T. H LIGHTHOUSE BLOCK, DOCK ST is ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- •Urn •••' .112 •••• I.XZ •••• •~•:•«• - ••• •••••••• GO-CARTS aad CARRIAGES •••••••• •••• •••• •••••••• •••••••• •••••••• •••• •••••••• •••••••• •••••••• •••••••• •••••••• •••• --•••••• --•••••• -••• •••• - • • • •••••••• -. lt;•••••• •••• '-•••••• -••• They are here--the 1091 line of SH Carriages and Go-Carts. :i~ Nearly 300 of them and every one is a perfect beauty. Priced to make them sell quickly. Come in and see them. 2 : WE SELL EVERYTHING •••• NEEDED TO FURNISH A HOME •••••••• •••• I B.B. FURNITURE Co. 1 *••• sir •••• ••£ . • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • a . ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 March ---------- ••••»•»••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• • • BELLIN6HAM BAY f IMPROVEMENT I I COMPANY • •• • • • • • Original Townsite Proprietors of • • THE CITY OF \ 1 NEW WHATCOM ! | Choice Residence Lots in Immedi- • t ate vicinity of State Normal, at prices $ ranging from $350.00 to $500.00. • • Terms—$50 Casli and $10 per Month. • • Interest at 7 per cent, per Annum. t I Houses and Lots on the Insall- • 1 ment Flan. • For further information, address ± i Land Department I BELLINGHAM BAY I I IMPROVEMENT COMPANY { I • • • • DEPOT BUILDING • • RAILROAD AVE. • | NEW WHATCOM, WASH. I • $ • • • » • • • • • • • • • • « • « • • * • • lt; * • • • • • • • • • • • •PPPPP
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- 1901_0601 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- COMMENCEMENT NUMBER THE NORMAL MESSENGER Whatcom, Washington Quarterly June, 1901 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- FOR THIS SUMMER SEASON... WE SELL WE WANT YOUR TRADE B.B. Furniture Co. Ice Cream Freezers Alaska Refriger
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1901_0601 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- COMMENCEMENT NUMBER THE NORMAL MESSENGER Whatcom, Washington Quarterly June, 1901 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- FOR TH
Show more1901_0601 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- COMMENCEMENT NUMBER THE NORMAL MESSENGER Whatcom, Washington Quarterly June, 1901 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- FOR THIS SUMMER SEASON... WE SELL WE WANT YOUR TRADE B.B. Furniture Co. Ice Cream Freezers Alaska Refrigerators Mason's Fruit Jars Tin Top Jelly Tumblers Blue Flame Oil Stoves Children's Carriages and Go-Carts Camp Stoves and Chairs Canvas and Wire Cots Hammocks, Etc. And the many seasonable articles needed to furnish a home. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS | Normal | I Students I We take this method of thank­ing you for your liberal patronage during the past year. We extend our hearty congratulations to those of your number who have com­pleted their work at the Normal and are soon to go forth in quest of life's goal. To those who return we desire to say that we shall be glad to see you in our midst again in Septem­ber, and will do our best to have in stock at our place of business the THE BEST OF EVERYTHING SUITED TO THE STUDENT'S NEEDS We respectfully ask a continu­ance of your patronage. We wish you all a pleasant vacation. J.N. SELBY CO. 124 W. HOLLY ST. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS. CENTRAL LIVERY STABLE J. J. LARSON, Prop. BOARDING, FEED AND SALE STABLES, WOOD AND COAL GURNBY AND HACKS AT ALL HOURS. EXPRESS AND DRAYING SUTCLIFFE HILL Are the People who lead in WALL PAPER, PAINTS, OILS GLASS Especial attention given to DOORS AND WINDOWS Telephone 1195 Holly St., WHATCOM SPORTING GOODS Lawn Tennis and Base Ball goods, Indian Clubs, Dumbells, Punching Bags, Foot Balls CRESCENT BICYCLES $25, $35, $50 Bicycle Sundries and a fully equipped Re­pair Shop LONG BROS. HARDWARE COR. HOLLY AND BAY STS. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY TELEPHONE 1711 RESIDENCE TELEPHONE 1094 CHAS. L. HOLT, M. D. Specialties: Diseases of the Eye, Ear, flose and Throat Rooms i and 2 Fischer Block. Office Hours: 9 to 12 a. m., 2 to 6 p. m. Whatcom, Sunday, 2 to 4 p. in. Washington DR. H. J. BIRNEY Rooms I, 2 and 3, Red Front Building Office Telephone 814 Residence Telephone 813 J- F. OROSS, M. D. PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Rooms 1, 2 and 3, Miller Building, Holly Street, New Whatcom Office Hours—9 to 11 a. m., 1:30 to 4:00 p. m., and at Night. TELEPHONE; NO. S51. 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 DR. D. E. BIGGS Fischer Building Telephone Main 108 A. MACRAE SMITH, M. D. TELEPHONE 1791 Office, Red Front Building- WHATCOM DR. J. C. MINTON DENTIST Rooms 9, 10 and 12 Office Phone 1283 Fischer Block. Residence Phone 1223 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- 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 785 D R . O. C. G I L B E R T DENT/ST Cor. Dock and Holly - Whatcom, Wash DR. E. E. GRANT OSTEOPATH SLADE BLOCK OfBce Hours: 9 to 12 a. m., 1 to 5 p. m. CONSULTATION FREE THE OLD RELIABLE EXCELSIOR DYE WORKS Clothing Renovated to Look Like New 1170 ELK ST. WHATCOn, WASH. PHONE 1203 1215 R. R. AVE. J. C. PARKER BINDING AND PRINTING Work Carefully Done Prices Right Record, Journal, Ledger, Time Books, Shingle Mill Blanks on Hand. WHATCOM. WASH. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS RELIABLE DRY GOODS Fresh, direct from the makers—Silks, Dress Goods, Linens, Flannels, Blankets, Ladies' Furnish­ings, Notions, Men's Furnishings, Shirt Waists, Skirts, House Dresses, Costumes made to your measure, Millinery, etc. It is a fact that cannot be denied that the habit of buying at this store is a good habit—one that will save you money on each purchase. Win. Guthrie Co. HOLLY ST., WHATCOM LOTHROP BROS. Artists in Photography Everything new and up-to-date in the Photographic line Exclusive Designs in flountings Enlarging and Finishing in Crayon, Pastel, Water Colors and Sepia PHONE 1703 Reveille Building, Dock Street WHATCOM T H E BANK 0F WHATCOM L. P. WHITE CO. TRANSACTS A GENERAL BANKING AND EXCHANGE BUSINESS YOUR ACCOUNT SOLICITED LIGHTHOUSE BLOCK ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS Same Old Story And pretty nearly Everybody Knows it MONTAGUE McHUGH Can show you an Immense Variety in Dress Goods SILKS, VELVETS DRESS TRIMMINGS LININGS Wash Goods, Table Linens, Napkins, Towels, Crashes, Sheeting, all widths; Underwear for ladies, men and child­ren ; Laces, Embroideries, Handker­chiefs, Corsets, Muslin Underwear, Umbrellas and Sun Shades. Ask to see our $1.00 Kid Gloves, all colors; can't buy better any where for $1.25. Ask to see the Gloria Silk Umbrellas at $1.25 and $1.50. Ask to see our 54-inch Suitings at $1.25, spunged and shrunk; can't buy anything to equal them for 51.75. You may not know it, but it's a fact, we can show you the only com­plete stock of Dry Goods of Belling-ham Bay. Don't care WHO knows it, it's a positive fact. MONTAGUE d lt;£ MCHUGH ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- The Normal Messenger CONTENTS Historical Sketch of the State Normal School. Edward T. Mathes, Ph. D. 3 Sphere of the Literary Society. Robert B. Vaile, Ph. B. 6 What Shall We Read. George R. Bright 8 Editorial 12 From the Office 13 Class of 1901 15 Commencement Week 17 General Items 21 FACULTY EDWARD T. MATHES, Principal, History and Pedagogy JOHN T. FORREST, Mathematics FRANCIS W. EPLY, Physical Sciences WASHINGTON WISLON, Psychology and Pedagogy MISS MITTIE U. MYERS, English and Latin MISS LAUREL HARPER, Drawing MISS FRANCES HAYS, Reading and Physical Culture A. P. ROMINE, A. M., Biological Sciences MISS JULIA BAILIE, Vocal Music J. N. BOWMAN, Ph. D., 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 P. W. PIERCE, Custodian of Building and Grounds MISS NELLIE A. COOPER, Secretary to the Principal ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- 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. THE FAIR Whatcom. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER JUNE, 1901 HISTORICAL SKETCH OF THE STATE NORMAL SCHOOL EDWARD T. MATHES, PH. D. HE movement looking to the establish­ment of the Whatcom State Norma' School began about twelve years ago, al­though it found no active expression until the legislative session of 1891, when Hon. Michael Anderson introduced a bill providing for the establishment of the institution. This bill carried no appropriation, and simply provided that the school should be located in Whatcom county and that a commission of three men should be appointed to select a suitable loca­tion for the institution. This commission, consisting of Governor John H. McGraw, Geo. E. Atkinson and W. H. Bateman, finally chose a tract of land located on the north­westerly side of Sehome hill between the cities of Whatcom and Fairhaven. This land was donated by the Bellingham Bay Improve­ment Company, the Fairhaven Land Com­pany and the heirs of the Lysle estate. The first appropriation for the erection of the building was vetoed by Governor McGraw. However, in the legislative session of 1895 the sum of $40,000 was appropriated for the erection of the original building. The first board of trustees consisted of Major Eli Wilkins of Fairhaven and Hon. R. C. Higgin-son and Hon. J. J. Edens of Whatcom. The appropriation of 1897 was vetoed and for two years the building remained unoccupied. The legislature of 1899 made an appropria- T ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- 4 The Normal Messenger tion of $33,500 for equipment and mainte­nance of the school, with this sum of money the campus has been cleared and fenced, side­walks constructed, the building equipped with furniture, the laboratories supplied with desks and apparatus, the library opened with one thousand volumes, and many other neces­sary items of equipment installed. In the spring of 1899 Dr. E. T. Mathes was elected Principal of the institution and John T. Forrest, F. W. Eply, Miss Jane Connell, Miss Avadana Millett and Miss Sarah Rogers were chosen as members of the first faculty. A circular of information was distributed throughout western Washington, and September 6, 1899, was set as the natal day for the scholastic life of the institution. Informal opening exercises were conducted. The introductory address was delivered by Judge Jere Neterer, President of the Board of Trustees. Addresses were also delivered by Mayor E. E. Hardin of Whatcom, and Mayor J. C. Clark of Fairhaven. When the regis­tration of students for the opening day was completed it was found that 160 young people had applied for admission to the institution. A classification of these students found all classes of all years of all courses of study represented and the daily work of the insti­tution began with a senior as well as a first year class represented. At the close of the first month the enroll­ment had reached 230 students and it was found necessary to add three additional teachers to the faculty. These were Miss Ida Baker, Miss Catherine Montgomery and Robert B. Vaile. The work of the first year was in a high degree satisfactory and the character of the student-body was a special source of pride to the authorities of the institution. A class of eight young ladies was graduated from the advanced course and sixteen five-year certifi­cates were issued to elementary graduates. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- WHATCOM STATE NORMAL SCHOOL SHOWING ANNEX COMPLETED ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- The Normal Messenger 5 During the summer of 1900 the citizens of Bellingham Bay provided funds with which five additional rooms were finished, making possible the addition of three more members to the faculty. The enrollment of the second year, now closing, has exceeded that of the first year and in many ways the organization of the school has been improved. The present senior class contains 29 members and the number of students doing work as practice teachers in the training school has exceeded fifty throughout the year. The training school has been fully organ­ized since the opening of the Normal School and has been a strong factor in elevating the standard of the institution. In February, 1899, Mr. Frank C. Teck succeeded Major Wilkins as trustee, and in June of the same year Mr. R. C. Higginson was succeeded by Judge Jere Neterer, who in turn resigned and was succeeded in April of the present year by Mr. Louis P. White, of Whatcom. At the last session of the state legislature the sum of $93,800 was appropriated for the erection of an annex to the present building and the maintenance of the school for a term of two years. At the present writing the foundation for the annex is being laid and by the coming fall the additional room will be for use. This will give the institution one of the largest and most convenient Normal School buildings on this coast and will add much to the comfort and convenience of both faculty and students. The school will begin work next September with a faculty of fifteen teachers. During the coming summer the laboratories will be enlarged, the library improved, the museum arranged and many other improvements added to the equipment of the institution. Many other items of interest might be added to this chapter of history but only one ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- 6 The Normal Messenger more stands out prominently for attention. Since the opening da\' a most harmonious spirit has pervaded all departments of work. This spirit of peace and good-will has ex­tended all along the line, for the relations between the trustees and faculty, the princ­ipal and faculty and the faculty and students have all been as harmonious and co-opera­tive as can well be found anywhere and to this happy condition is due much of the growth and success of the instution. SPHERE OF THE LITERARY SOCIETY ROBERT B. VAIUS, Ph. B. The extent of the knowledge that is not to be obtained from books is perhaps not always fully appreciated by those of us who were led to depend almost entirely upon the printed page for all that we know. What­ever training, therefore, that the school can give that will help to bridge over the gap existing between the formal study and disci­pline of the classroom and the world outside, in which the answers do not often come out even, is surely worth giving. One factor which mav aid greatly in accomplishing this end is certainly the literary society. Hence the literary society' or something similar to it is necessary to the complete realization of the aim of the school. The training to be derived from this line of work may come from three main sources, namely, the experience in handling the problems which arise in the binding together of a body of individuals into an organization for the accomplishing of a definite purpose, the chance to sum up in a self directed effort the knowledge acquired in the school and elsewhere, and the practice in expressing the ideas in a sustained effort for immediate pleasure of an audience as well as its instruc­tion. The good fellowship engendered by ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- The Normal Messenger 7 such an organization is a very happy result as well. It is sometimes suggested that all these results might be better attained by means of a formal recitation exercise because the instruction would then be offered directly and while the element of pleasure might be lessened the increased efficiency would more than compensate for its loss. But it is in the very spontaneity and originality of the exer­cises performed that the chief value of the work lies, from this point of view, and there is no other way in which to secure this result than by granting a larger degree of freedom for individual initiative and effort than is perhaps customary or advisable in formal school work. Between the two extremes of entire absence of restrictions and the impos­ing of rigid and formal rules there is certainly a middle ground upon which the best results may be expected. The precise nature of these results must be determined largely by you who compose such organizations. The most that can be done for you is to provide a place and time for meeting and a guiding and harmonizing in­fluence. Taking these facilities, then, if j-ou will enter upon the task involved with a serious determination to make the ver}' most of the opportunity thus afforded you will surely accomplish something worth doing and moreover it will be something which you could not accomplish so easily or so well in any other way. You must use everv particle of help that is available, and you will probably be surprised to find how much is at your disposal if you seek it in the proper spirit, and you must exercise the greatest care in directing your activity along helpful paths. It is so easy to go astray or to drift. The mapping out of a course for a long period ahead has a distinct advantage in that it affords a chance for a connecting link that may bind the various exercises together. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- 8 The Normal Messenger Within each individual program, also, experi­ence has shown that the most interest will be created and the most satisfaction secured when there is a thread running through the entire series of numbers. The literary societ\' has a distinct mission to accomplish, then, by virtue of the oppor­tunity it affords to connect the activity of the world. It will be more or less valuable to its members according as those who are a part of it bend their energies in the right direction and as it is found that it can be made voluntary. The sphere of the literary society is so included within the sphere of the school as a whole that it is essential to the perfect working out of the entire function of the school. WHAT SHALL WE READ? GEO. R. BRIGHT At this stage of human prosperity there is a positive lack of fitness and discreton in the conservation of mental energy. The tide of books, papers and magazines floods our people. In the hurry and flurry of a people so charged with steam and electricity, who can say we are positively establishing character. Society is so organized and the division of labor so complete that, though a man would rest, he must not, lest he be trampled down by a restless race. Toil is read on every brow—written there by pride, covetousness, care, or dire necessity. If to be a man of wealth, or to be a leader of men, or to write one's name highest on human bullet­ins— if these be character, then many are thus blessed. But is there any abiding thing in all these? Do men covet riches, leadership, or honor for the intrinsic worth of these things? Do news­paper stories and advertisements, and up-to-date literature concerning such attainments, ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- The Normal Messenger 9 conduce to the establishment of character? Are these the aspirations and things to be scattered abroad to children? In sturd\r Puri­tan ideals there are none of these things; per­haps because the Puritans lived in a slower age; but more probably because the Puritan spirit in holy solitude and simple contentment craved none of them. If to be educated in the almost infinite list of special occupations is character, then char­acter as a thing of human establishment is waning; for the more complex society be­comes, the more numerous the divisions of la­bor, science, art, religion, and all that is to be accomplished this side the grave. Being a skilled artist, an unbiased histor­ian, a competent physician—in fact, to per­form successfully an}' one of the thousand things established by custom and society, is no proof of character. These are but inci­dents of a lifetime. If it were otherwise, American character would be growing under desperate circumstances. Character is born of simplicity and thoroughness. It is the out­come of good motives and the highest ideal. A teacher in charge of a roomful of tender minds is playing on the heartstrings of humanity; he may thump them, or touch them gently; but all things said or done will sink to bring forth after its own kind. Who is it who does not believe "Train up a child in the way he should go; and when he is old he will not depart from it"? Do not children need some direction—some absolute guide—something by which to measure all things? The old conception that a child is evil in its tendencies is hooted at by some of our educated men to-day; it is an old fogy idea they say; but nevertheless, that old saying "Train up a child," implies a principle; that children must be trained, no one will deny. And to launch a teacher on his career with no fundamental principles, no absolute guide ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- 10 The Normal Messenger —lacking that by which all things must be unerringly measured—is like launching a lop­sided kite. Annihilation of law is Spencer's idea. Prove everything by scientific methods is Draper's. And a natural law in the spiritual world is being sought by scores of others. All these theorizings are merely philosophical flounderings. We still hold, or ought to hold, the little child by the hand. If we read philosophy, what shall the child read? Life is a practical thing. Life is the only practical thing there is. Again, what shall children read ? There are but few who do not admire sturd}' character. Is character building in the hands of the teacher? Together with the pa­rent it is. Without question the child must admire, must imitate, and must be directed. What then is the standard? No one will pre­sume to be that model; and \ret some such ex­ample must be known to him who would di­rect in this moral life of ours. Is truth so scarce that fiction must be drawn upon? Must lies go gadding abroad in fairy textures to amuse our artless children withal? Do our shelves groan with tons upon tons of human thought and still the little innocents go hun­gry, or, are put aside to intoxicate themselves on fairy tales or other scrappy literature, so that they may be "interested"—be induced by the indolent teacher to "give attention." There is no teacher or parent who would not thrill with pride to know that his pupil or child had become possessed of some of life's abiding principles. This cannot be other than by the most skillful direction and loving care. It is not the quantity but the quality of liter­ature that feeds the soul and establishes char­acter. If the "Elegy" immortalized Gray in the hearts of the world, if Ruskin, Emerson, and scores of others have left their crystalized lives to us in literature, having so loved the ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- The Normal Messenger 11 truth of all that is beautifal and good, that when one's soul would be fed it has but to lis­ten to these princes and Sampsons of litera­ture, why, if such is really true, would not these be monuments in a child's library? You already have them there? Yes, and a jumble of light, trashy nonsense besides. So much so that the child is nonplussed and has about as much reverence for Gray's Elegy as it has for "The cow jumped over the moon." Our libraries would better be emptied rather than filled if there is to be no standard by which one is competent to direct children, and to make a judicious selection of books. Be a law unto one's self, is very pleasing, but it will not apply. Again, what shall children read? What is pleasing is not alwaj's good. Neither is conscience an absolute guide. The ideal is outside one's self, and that alone is constant. Speaking broadly, the English peo­ple have, or at least are conscious of, the highest ideal. From this ideal the "good " is known. There is absolutely no excuse for the teacher who considers lightly the selection of books and the skillful direction of children's minds into a life, good and useful and beauti­ful and true. "Read the good books for the hour and the good ones for all time." Read those books whose "author has something to say which he perceives to be true and use­ful and helpfully beautiful—who would fain set it down forever—saying: This is the best of me; for the rest I ate, and drank, and slept, loved and hated, like another—this, if any­thing of mine, is worth your memory." "Truth," says Whittier, "should be the first lesson of the child and the last aspiration of manhood ; for it has been well said that the inquiry of truth, which is the love-making of it, the knowledge of truth, which is the presence of it, and the belief of truth, which is the enjoying of it, is the sovereign good of human nature." ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER Published Quarterly by the Students of THE STATE NORMAL SCHOOL. WHATCOM, WASH. EDITORIAL STAFF. Geo. R. BRIGHT. . . . . Editor-in-Chief MARTIN KORSTAD, - - - Local Department ASSOCIATE EDITORS Miss MARY HIRD, Kulshan Society Miss MAUD DRAKE - - - Aurora Society Miss MAY PILLMAN - - - Utopian Society Miss BESSIE GRIGGS - - - Chilic Society Miss CLARA TARTE, - - - Alcott Society MR. HARRY SHEPHERD - - - Philomathiau Miss TYRRELL WALBRIDGE - - - Y. W. C. A. society EDSON IRISH . Business Managers. TERMS: FORTY CENTS A YEAR. Address all literary communications to t h e Editor-in-Chief, Nor mal School. All business matter to the Business Managers Whatcom, Wash. Entered at the Whatcom PostofTiee as second class matter. VOL. II JUXE, 1001 No. 3 Another school year is gone and the field of action is already being arranged for a new year's work. New officers have been elected in all the societies and the senate. For the kind aid from both teachers and students we are very grateful, and sincerely hope that all who contemplate being in school next year will not forget the Normal Messenger. To our successor, Miss Mary Bird, we extend a most heart}- good wish for the management next year. The Board of Iowa Public Schools has passed a resolution prohibiting any organized athletics. This is a little sudden; but the wisdom of such an act may appear when we consider carefullv the tendencv of organized athletics. There is something beautiful and noble in a young man or young woman who exercises the muscles that the bod}' may be a "living sacrifice "—that through such exercise the mind and soul may attain a greater per­fection; but if there is no regulation by boards of schools, organized athletbics furn­ish a scope and variety from "thumbs u p " ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- The Normal Messenger 13 to "keeps." Parents and teachers ought to recognize that the universal desire among young men to exhibit muscular feats is not for recreation merely, but very often is fol­lowed by the more fortunately proportioned youth even to the arena where he reaps the highest laurel of organized athletics. We have not yet outgrown that savage thrill at seeing muscle overcome muscle. Whatever men may say, it still remains true that human nature is the same today as it was six thous­and years ago. Just as much and as strenu­ous education is needed today as then. And the Iowa City School board has simply re­quired "Johnny" to rest his arms and legs until his mind catches up. FROM THE OFFICE. The third annual catalogue of the Normal school is in the hands of the state printer and will be read}- for distribution by June 20th. No radical changes have been made in the general character of the cata­logue, but in addition to the fixed courses of study,three elective courses are offered. These courses will offer strictly advanced profes­sional training and provide work in three lines—drawing, vocal music and prrysieal culture. German has also been placed in the regular course as an optional study. This language has been taught during the past year in the training school and has awakened much in­terest among both the training school pupils snd the Normal school students. A course in elementary science has also been introduced into the second semester of the first year, and school economy has been moved up into the second year. Aside from these changes, the courses of study remain unchanged. The following items appear on the statistical page of the catalogue: ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- 14 The Normal Messenger The enrollmeut for the year is as follows: Seniors, 29; juniors, 33; third }-ear, 37; sec­ond year, 72; first year, 57; irregular stu­dents, 38. Total, 266. Enrollment in train­ing school, 118. Number of elementary cer­tificates issued during the }'ear, 22. The av­erage attendance for the year has been 215. The average age of the students is 19 years and 10 months. The average age of the se­nior class is 23 years. The foundation of the annex is well started and gives evidence that the accommodations of the school will be much more ample when the new structure is completed. On May 1st Miss Nellie A. Cooper assumed her duties as stenographer in the Normal school office. Miss Cooper is a graduate of the business department of the State Agricul­tural college and comes highh' recommended by Pres, E. A. Bryan for the position. Owing to the extensive improvements be­ing made in the Normal building this vaca­tion, no summer school will be held this 3'ear. During the coming vacation the office will be removed to other quarters in the building and the present office will be furnished for a reception room. Teacher (infant natural history class)—You will remember that, will you, Tommy, that wasps lie in a torpid state all winter ? Tommy (with an air of retrospection)— Yes'm, an' I'll try an' remember that they make up for it in the summer. "Can you give me the name of the first lady of the land?" asked the teacher. "Yes'm," said the boy with the frowsy hair, "Eve." Teacher (suspiciously)—"Who wrote your composition?" Johnny—My father. Teacher—What, all of it? Johnny—No'm; I helped him. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- Thomas A. Korstad C. Henry Bowman Edith Fouts Maude Ethelyn Drake Lillian Miller Ethelyn Leo Luce Clarice Leone Witter Pearle Lee Emma Louise Ratcliffe Hattie M. Dellinger Gertrude E. Bell Ada Shidler Sarah Gertrude Clarke George R. Bright Martin Kordstad ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- The Normal Messenger 15 CLASS OF 1901 The second graduating class of the What­com State Normal now makes its last appear­ance on the stage of school life. Its members are but now crossing the threshold and are passing out and on into the bus\r field of ac­tion. Throughout the past two years we have worked earnestly and faithfully, pa­tiently performing our daily tasks ; yet look­ing forward with eager e}'es to our entrance into the great world. Under the guidance of our beloved faculty, with Miss Ross and Mr. Bright as leaders, " we have fought the good fight—we have finished our course." We have in our humble way tried to do all that our enthusiastic teachers have asked us to do. We have cheerfull\r sat up till the " wee sma' hours " writing scores of observa­tions and have heroically forsaken our com­fortable beds at five that we might finish our plans and write our training lesson on the board before school commenced. In the depths of the chemical laboratory with praise-worthy zeal, we have concocted dark, mysterious,and death-dealing gases and measured to the six­teenth of an inch, the digestive apparatus of the cat. From the heights of the gymnasium we have meekly swung Indian clubs when we were longing to sit down and rest our weary minds with delightful bits from the geology manual. To the " little professor's " delight, we have swallowed with great avidity the laws and principles of Pestalozzi, Kant, and Froebel; we have learned by heart the story of "young spontaneity" and have shrunk with due horror and amazement from Profes­sor James' description of the "bottled up lightning girl." We have sung ourselves hoarse in our eager desire to please Miss Ba­ker. We have laughed over the "Comedy of Errors " and cried over Desdemona; we have discussed and re-discussed "King Lear," and sung and sung again of "Romeo and Juliet." ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- 16 The Normal Messenger We have gravely and wisely discussed the Darwinian Theory, the Farmer's Alliance, the Burleigh Colony, and Trusts; we have hunted far and wide for twenty principles of sociol­ogy and have oracularly discussed possible sociological reforms. Pen in hand, we have eagerly perused Mc- Murray and Baldwin, Ouincy and Brooks, for light on the subject of methods. "The Destiny of Alan " has no terrors for us. They are all past. Fiske has solved the rrrystery for us and Professor Eply has closely catechised us. We have talked and studied and dreamed of book reviews to the great pleasure and de­light of the faculty. Our thesis stand as mon­uments to our unflagged zeal and noble self-sacrifice as well as to our intellectual abili­ties. We have been the mainstay and support of the literary societies and have debated, re­cited and sung to the edification of innumera­ble audiences. We have duly wished we were as "smart" as Dr. Mathes, as pretty as Miss Harper and as accomplished as Miss Tromanhauser. We have faithfully (and willingly) attended all the receptions that have been given us and have made a solemn covenant among our­selves to conductstudent's book reviews after the manner of Miss Baker and Miss Mont­gomery when we become members of a faculty. And now all this is over and we are going out into the world of care and responsibility. Who shall say that the busy, hard-working, yet dearly loved school-life has not been a splendid preparation for the world of action be}Tond? that the lessons, moral as well as intellectual, that have been indelibly stamped on our hearts and minds—the potential en­ergy, as it were—shall not change into ac­tivity and force that will help move the world along—move it a step heavenward. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- Calla Elizabeth Monlux Edith Burgess Mary Ayres McBride Elnore Oertli Carrie Wilmore Lilly Buckles Allie B. Muldoon Emma Whitworth Frances Ethel Siders Bessie Griggs Sadie Lewellen Eugenia Maud Woodin Pearl Galliher Anna Iverson ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- The Normal Messenger 17 COMMENCEMENT WEEK. TRAINING DEPARTMENT The training department closed a very successful year with an exhibition of the regular school work done by the pupils. The three departments were well represented. The display in the primary department included drawings, objects modeled in clay, illustrated papers and industrial work, as mats, baskets and boxes. In the intermediate department the special features were the illustrative work in geography, literature and history, together with the written work showing the development of reasoning power and freedom of ex­pression. Remarkable care and neatness marked the work in the grammar department. Maps, drawings and manuscripts were placed for inspection, showing that each day's work had been care­fully prepared. The bulk of this exhibit consisted of water color drawings. BACCALAUREATE SERMON. The baccalaureate sermon was delivered on Sunday morning, June 9, by Rev. Dr. Sulliger, pastor of the First M. K. church of this city. The class and faculty were seated in a body, and many students and friends crowded the house. The sermon was upon the subject, " Christian Character," and was in every way a worthy effort of the speaker. CLASS DAY. The Class Day exercises held in the Normal build­ing, June nth, were in every respect a success. There were twenty-nine parts; all parts were original, well set in conversational style, and the play furnished a very pleasant afternoon for a large audience. The seniors seemed to vie with each other in giving the best jokes on the juniors and members of the faculty, even some of the seniors themselves did not escape; but every part was given in the most friendly spirit and was as heartily received. The stage settings were beautifully arranged by the juniors who, again and again, throughout the play showed their appreciation by giving their jolly yells. LITERARY SOCIETY CONTEST. The annual literary entertainment, which was held in the First Presbyterian church, June 7th, at 8 p. m., consisted of declamations, orations, and debates. The participants were all winners in preliminary contests held during the second semester among the literary so­cieties. The church was beautifully decorated with ferns, flowers, and the Normal blue and white. The presiding officer of the evening was Miss Grace Huntoon, president of the Normal senate. A vocal duet by Misses Huntoon and Gruber was the opening number of the program. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- 18 The Normal Messenger Miss Clara Tarte of the Alcott society, followed with a recitation, "Mary's Night Ride," by George W. Cable. Miss Lulu Robinson of the Chilic society gave "Traver's First Ride," by Richard Harding Davis. The decision of the judges was in favor of Miss Tarte. After a vocal solo by Miss Ethelyn Luce, the two orations of the evening were given. Miss Carrie Wil-inore, representing the Utopian society, took as her sub­ject " Kossuth." Miss Sadie Lewellen of the Alcott's, "Joan of Arc." The decision of the judges gave first honors to Miss Wilinore. The Philoniathean Octette furnished the third musi­cal number, after which the two contestants in debate discussed the question: Resolved, That the U. S. should extend its jurisdiction. The affirmative side of the question was presented by Miss Minnie Penfiekl of the Chilic society, while Miss Emma Gruber of the Aurora society took the negative. The judges decided in favor of the negative. In giving their report the judges said that the con­test throughout had been a close one and that it was with difficulty that they had rendered a decision, and it was the general feeling of the large and enthusiastic audi­ence of the students and friends of the Normal that the societies had been well represented by the contestants, even though all could not take first place. THE FACULTY RECEPTION. On Wednesday evening of commencement week the Normal building was resplendent with flowers, bunting and lights; the occasion being the annual faculty recep­tion to students and public. The decoration of rooms was largely in the hands of the various literary societies, and many very unique and pretty features were brought out. Some of the blackboard work was especially clever; for instance, the kitten and the deer in black and white, and the Indian face in black and red. In the library and halls Chinese lanterns lent their strange charms to the scene. The reception opened with "step songs." The stu­dents who took part in this were grouped on the granite stairway of the front entrance, with a piano just in the rear. Here were rendered to the audience around them many selections, such as male quartettes, solos, choruses new and old, punctuated at times by the rival student yells. At the conclusion of this program, Mr. Bright, presi­dent of the graduating class, presented to the school as a gift from the class, a pretty statue—"The Winged God­dess of Victor}'." Dr. Mathes gave the speech of accep­tance. The remainder of the evening was spent very pleasantly in social chat and the renewal of old acquaint­ances. One of the pleasant features of the evening was the appearance of many former students who have been away teaching for a year. Thirsty guests were refreshed with iced drinks, serv­ed by some of the Normal's charming young ladies in ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- The Normal Messenger 19 various society rooms. During the evening a permanent alumni organization was made and the usual officers and committees appointed. GRADUATING EXERCISES. The exercises of commencement week came to a most fitting close on Thursday evening, June 13th, when the graduating exercises wt'ie held in the opera house, and twenty-nine young people received diplomas. The address by Supt. J. F. Savior of Spokane was cultured, scholarly, helpful, and inspiring. The music was furn­ished by the class, and was exceptionally good. The di­plomas were presented to the class on behalf of the trus­tees by Dr. E. T. Mathes, principal of the Normal school. The decorations were elaborate, artistic and chaste, and the stage presented a most enchanting scene. In addi­tion to the diplomas presented at commencement, four­teen elementary certificates were issued to third-year and junior students at the close of the school year, and nine were issued in January, making a total of fifty-two cer­tificates and diplomas issued during the past school year. New Teachers At a meeting of the Board of Trustees held recently three new teachers were added to the faculty of the Nor­mal school. For the position of grammar grade critic teacher, Miss Gertrude Earhart was selected. Miss Ear-hart is a graduate of the State Normal school at St. Cloud, Minnesota, and for many years was a grammar grade critic teacher in the same institution. During the past two years Miss Earhart has been attending the Uni-versty of Michigan. The selection for vocal music teacher was Miss Julia Bailie, who is a graduate of the State Normal school and of the Conservatory of Music at Platteville, Wisconsin. During the past few years Miss Bailie has been supervisor of music in the public schools of Northfield, Minn. Prof. A. P. Romiue of this city was elected to a posi­tion of science teacher and will teach geology and biol­ogy. Mr. Rornine has had normal training, is a graduate of the University of West Virginia, has spent one year in John Hopkins University, and is a teacher of several years' experience. J. N. Bowman, Ph. D., has also been elected to take the place of Prof. Robert B. Vaile, who has withdrawn from the institution. Dr. Bowman is a graduate of Hei­delberg University in Ohio, and also of Heidelberg Uni­versity, Germany. He has had several years' experience as an instructor and will take up work in history and German. The result of the last annual election of senatorial officers was as follows: President, Grace Huntoon; Vice- President, Emma Greuber ; Secretary, May Gilligan; Treasurer, Laura Doerrer; Sergeant-at-Arms, Leonard Miller; Historian, Mary Bird. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- 20 The Normal Messenger GENERAL ITEMS Miss Marguerite Griggs, a junior, was married re­cently. Miss Emma Goodrich has been teaching in Pacific county. Miss Elsie McAllister is teaching at Beach, on Lum-mi island. Miss Alice Kellogg is completing the year in teach­ing at Monroe. Prof. J. T. Forrest and family will spend their vaca­tion in the city. Miss Ada Meyers will return and bring a sister with her next year. Max Blonden has been teaching at Clearbrook dur. ing the past year. Miss Grace Powers will fill her old position in the Everett schools next year. Misses Margaret Clark, Bertha Ross and Louise Pe-den teach in Everett next year. Miss Lottie Smith of Chehalis expects to return and enter the junior class next fall. Miss Alicenia Engle, primary teacher in La Conner, will return and enter the senior class next year. Miss Emma Gruber represented the Y. W. C. A. at the Students' conference at Capitola, Cal., in Mav. Miss Ida Pillmau, a former student of the Normal, has been re-elected as one of Everett's city teachers. Theodore Myer, who has been teaching constantly in Lewis county during the past year, expects to return next fall. Miss Cora F. Bratton attended the wedding of her brother, Prof. W. A. Bratton, Whitman College, Walla Walla, on June 13th. Miss Rosabell Glass of Olympia will return next year and enter the senior class. Miss Glass has been teaching at Tumwater the past year. Prof. Washington Wilson will spend the summer with his family in Berkeley, Cal. Miss Mittie Meyers will also visit in California. Miss Garnett Kendall will join her parents in Kansas early in July, and will continue her work in the Normal school of that state next year. Miss Ida A. Baker, who is now absent on leave, re­ports much improvement in her eyes, and expects to re­turn to her work in the faculty in September. Miss Bessie Boyer will start for the East after com­mencement, where she will visit her parents during the summer. She will return to school in the fall. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- The Normal Messenger 21 Miss Jessie Havens of Florence will be a junior next year. Miss Edith Case will return in September to enter the senior class. Miss Lizzie Morrison has entered her father's office as stenographer. Miss Jessie Knight has been teaching in Mason county during the past year. About fifty of the students have received student's certificates during the past year. Miss Laurel Harper, teacher of drawing, will study in Chicago during her vacation. Miss Gertrude Peak of Madrone will return in Sep­tember to take up regular work. Miss Ruby Smith is teaching near Spokane, but will enter the Normal again next fall. Miss Genevieve McCain taught during the latter part of the year at Edmonds, Wash. Frank Moore, now residing in San Francisco, will enter Stanford University in September. Miss Ruth Pratt, 'oo, will teach during the summer, and attend the State University again next year, gradua­ting in June, 1902. Miss Clara Norman, '00, has resigned her position in Everett, and will study drawing and oral expression in Chicago next year. Miss Maude Casaday is teaching a summer term at Swan, on the ocean beach in Clallam county. Miss Maude will be a senior next year. Prof. F. W. Eply, will devote much of his summer to supervising the improvements to be made in the labo­ratories of the Normal school. There are fifteen graduates in the class '01 of the P. H. S. The class of '99 graduated the same number, four of whom are seniors of the Whatcom Normal 'oi. Dr. E. T. Matlies and family will also spend most of the summer in the city and will enjoy an extended visit from Mr. Mathes' brother, Rev. N. B. Mathes of Goshen, Indiana. The chemistry class are studying photography now. They expect soon to enter the business on a large scale, and then the seniors will not have to worry about run­ning down town a half dozen times a week to have their pictures taken. "It will be a great convenience next year." One day, at the noon hour, shortly after the tennis court had been graded, the school indulged in a throw­ing bee. There were all kinds of throwing, but we will not mention that, girls, you did so well that the pebbles were all removed from the tennis court. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- 22 The Normal Messenger Miss Elizabeth Turnkey is teaching at Hardan. Mr. Axel Rose has a lucrative position at Anacortes. The saddest words of tongue or pen, are these "a test again." Mr. Frank York has been working in Whatcom the past month. Mrs. Casady of Tacoma has been visiting her daugh­ter, Miss Maud. Miss Laura Sweet began a three-months school, June 3d, at Licking. Mr. F. M. Jennings of Everett was a visitor at the Normal the latter part of May. Several of the students were measly in May, but like the June-bug they are back again. Miss Anna Klockstead has recovered from her recent illness, and is now teaching at Van Zandt. Mrs. Elwood and Mrs. Cicero of Seattle have been visitors here, the guests of Miss Irene Blaw. Mr. James H. Perry of Sumas called recently to ar­range for the ball game with the Normal nine. Mr. Clinton Stearns was seen on the streets of What­com the other day. Clinton has the same old smile. Miss Elsie Moore, one of last year's students, ex­pects to continue her work in the Kent schools the com­ing year. The different contests that have taken place among the students have been largely attended by people of the Bay Cities. Miss Carrie Risdorph agreeably surprised us with a visit recently. MissRisedorph is one of our successful teachers in Seattle. Raymond and Albert Bumstead are working in their father's ship yard. Albert was obliged to quit school last fall because of eye trouble. Rev. Laurie, of the Presbyterian church of Fairha-veu, preached the Baccalaureate sermon to the graduates of Fairhaven High school, May 26. Mrs. Higginson is now convalescing after many weeks of illness. We are glad to hear this news and wish her renewed health and strength. The contestants for the final contest look pale and tremble when they think of that " happy time coming when they must get up and say their little piece." The senior class met at the Sehome Hotel parlors May 10. They improved the opportunity to report on the stories of the Wagner Operas. After the book was thoroughly discussed, the hostess, Miss Baker, served ice cream and cake. The seniors voted Miss Baker a success­ful entertainer. For the incidents of the evening, inter­rogate Miss Woodin and Mr. M. Korstad. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- The Normal Messenger 23 Some say they think the seniors ought to wear the caps and gowns, "they make the wearers look so digni­fied." Of course we do not wish to infer that our seniors are not dignified. O, no! The Kulshans feel wonderfully big now. The main hall is hardly large enough to hold three of them and one or two other students at the same time, and just be­cause they gave an entertainment! A real one, too. May 17th the Normal Literary societies met in the Assembly Hall for a joint meeting. Miss Woodin, presi­dent of the Normal senate, presided. An elaborate pro­gram had been prepared, each society contributing a part. Any of the students desiring to take up the study of German during vacation would do well to make arrange­ments with Mr. K. G. Habenicht, 1214 Garden street, Whatcom. He will continue giving lessons during the vacation. May 14th, earth was first moved in excavating for the Normal annex. The work has been pushed and the south-west corner stone was laid Maj' 27th, so that be­fore this reaches the reader the basement walls will be well advanced. The reception given at Mrs. Mathes' by the Y. W. C. A. was very interesting and instructive. A good pro­gram was rendered, then all enjoyed a pleasant little tea. During the afternoon dusting caps were exhibited and many were sold. The Normal boys have played several interesting base-ball games this season, winning the two games with F. H. S., and losing the two with W. H. S. The total score for the High schools was 51, while the total for the Normal was 55, but alas! they were like Bryan's votes in 1896, not distributed right for a complete victory. Among the many prominent speakers, besides local talent, who have addressed the students during the past quarter we would mention the following : Pres. Graves, U. of W.; Dr. Penrose, Whitman College ; Pres. Bryan, W. A. College.; Dr. Colgrove, U. of W.; Prof. Morgan, Ellensburg; Dr. Hall, Chicago; Prof. Gault, Whitworth College. The Memorial Day program in the Opera House, Whatcom, was listened to by a large, appreciative audi­ence. Two numbers, one a patriotic recitation by Miss Frances Hays, the other an oration by Dr. E. T. Mathes, were of especial interest to Normal students. Miss Hays always wins the hearts of her audience. Dr. Mathes does not soar, but keenly feeling the value of common things of life he draws again and again on the daily occurrences of the people and leaves them ere they are aware to meditate upon the beautiful and fundamen­tal principles he has revealed to them from the very things they hourly trample under foot. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- 24 The Normal Messenger Mrs. Sapp of Machias has been visiting her daugh­ters, Misses Nellie and Minnie Sapp. Miss Hattie Doerrer of Seattle visited her sisters at. the Normal. Dr. and Mrs. Mathes entertained the seniors May 24, at their beautiful home on High street. Miss Claire Comstock returned to us for a brief visit, and enjoyed the picnic on Lumi island. Miss Ida Rear of Snohomish spent a few days here, visiting her sister, and took in the Kulshan play. The seniors in the Normal department wear the gold. The seniors in the training department wear the silver. Miss Louise Baker of Port Townsend, a former Nor­mal student, is spending commencement week here, the guest of the Misses Bird. The happy face of Cary Mackintosh was seen in our midst lately. Miss Mackintosh is teaching at Saxon, near the head of Lake Whatcom. Miss Grace Ring, a former student of this school, but now of the San Jose, Cal., Normal, attended the Y. W. C. A. conference at Capitola, Cal. Mrs. Leque, Sr., and Mrs. Leque, Jr., of Stanwood, were guests of Misses Anna Leque and Anna Iverson of the Normal, and witnessed the success of the Kulshan play. May 25th the Normal crowd enjoyed a most delightful picnic on Lummi island. The day was an ideal one and all who could getaway from their work were on the dock at the appointed time. The trip to the island was pleas­antly and profitably spent in singing, viewing the scenery or "sizing up" lunch baskets. It was evident that some succeeded well in the latter as they forsook their party. The crowd soon explored the island and were given a hearty welcome by the residents. Boating, singing, a tug of war and other sports were indulged in and all agreed that the seven hours spent on the island was not half long enough. During the past year about two hundred and twenty-five regular students have been doing work in the Eng­lish department. The first and second year classes and the methods classes have all been so large that they have been divided into two sections each. While the general plan of work for next year remains the same, some changes of detail are being planned for the courses in rhetoric and in the history of English literature. These changes will be along the line of more reading of liter­ary models. Next year there will probably be given an additional course in composition for those who may need such work. The Y. W. C A. Students' conference was a success in every particular. One hundred and twenty-six stu- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- The Normal Messenger 25 dents, from twenty-three different schools of the Pacific coast, were registered. Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Nevada and California were represented. The Whatcom Normal sent Miss Emma Gruber, president of the local Y. W. C. A. as delegate to the conference. One of the main topics of discussion during the conference was Christian work among students. Many valuable hints and suggestions were given. Among the many noted speakers was Miss Reynolds, the Y. W. C. A. World sec­retary, who stimulated the interest in foreign missions by relating some of her observations in the Orient. The reception given by the juniors to the seniors and faculty Wednesday evening, May 29th, at the home of Dr. and Mrs. E. T. Mathes, was one of the most pleasur­able events of the season. There were about eighty young people present, and the happy party passed the first two hours of the evening in the cosy parlors in music, guessing games, and joyful conversation. Then all were invited up to the spacious garret where the ju­niors had arranged a most beautiful decoration. The profusion of fir and cedar sprays, the artistic settings of pretty boquets, the hammock, the rustic seat, and the soothing, soft tints of the lazy Japanese lanterns—all were sweet wooiugs to the unresisting guests, and per­fect harmony and informality reigned throughout the evening. After observing the old custom, "eat with me and be my friend," all bid a lingering adieu, and a prayer went up to the stars that night, "Thy blessings on the juniors." If you are blue, May, don't rub it on others. The female chemists should be able to analyze their own complexion. The chemistry class have been learning the use of soap. Do they need it? For the most scientific experiments in the use of soaps, go to Blanche Charon. Some one was heard calling Mr. Slattery "Mr. Flat­tery." How appropriate some of the juniors' names are Phosphates is a principle constituent of appetite (apatite), so Miss O. says. She must have a good deal of phosphate. Prof. E.—Where do we hear of polysilic acid? Miss L.—Why, I—I think it's good for the complex­ion. The teacher asked: What is space? Answer—I cannot tell at present, but I have it in my head. Prof. Eply—"Is there enough alcohol in bread to hurt, Mr. Korstad?" Mr. M. Korstad—"I never got drunk by eating it." Mr. K. seems to know a great deal about bread-making, (by experience of course.) ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- 26 The Normal Messenger Mr. Epley noticing a fair junior trotting around the laboratory, as in search for something, said: "What are you looking for, Mr. S." "Only for a spoon," he said. We never knew before that Mr. S. went "spooning." "Mary had a little mule, That followed her to school, That was against the rule. The teacher like a fool, Got behind the mule, And hit him with a rule, After that there was no school." —From an Exchange. Here are some lines of an old poet which with the addition of the capital letters in the subsciition, give, by using the first letter only of each word, the initial letter of the sir-name of our presidents in order: "Wisdom and justice may men admire; Jarring vice harms truth's pure, trembling fire. Pray be loyal, just; go! highest good acquire." —Contributed by the H. of C. M. The Seniors and Their Greatest Difficulties Martin Korstad—The "other fellow." Elnora Oertli—To condense her thoughts. Sadie Lewellen—To look twenty. Thomas Korstad—To keep from smiling. Emma Whitworth—To accept the theory of evolu­tion. Henry Bowman—To win the affections of a certain young lady. Ethelyn Luce—To get up enough steam to curl her hair. Ada Shidler—To get up in the morning. Bessie Griggs—To keep still. Sarah Clarke—To find time to attend class meeting. Ethel Siders—To look angry. Edith Fouts—To agree with the author. Emma Ratcliff—To grow. Maud Drake—To overcome her bashfulness. Allie Muldoon—To keep from blushing. Calla Monlux—To forget a certain young man at Pullman. Clarice Witter—To pose for a picture. Pearl Lee—To get something different from anyone else. J Gertrude Bell—To act sentimental in a play. Hattie Del linger—To write for the Messenger. George Bright—To chaperone the seniors. Pearl Galliher—To work up an affection for her gentleman admirers. Lillian Buckles—To get other people to believe as she does. Mary Mc Bride— ? Maud Woodiu—To snub the juniors. Edith Burgess —To make people believe she is a senior. Came Wilmore—To keep away from class meeting. Lillian Miller—To preserve her compexion. Anna Iverson—To keep within the limit of "poetic license.'' ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS TRY, THE LEADER The Growing Store FOR STYLISH DRESS GOODS WASH FABRICS SILKS TAILOR SUITS TAILOR SKIRTS SILK WAISTS Reliable Kid Gloves W. C. C. Corsets STYLES UP TO THE MINUTE PRICES DOWN TO THE BOTTOM AT YOUR SERVICE, THE LEADER m THE GLOBE CLOTHING Co. DAN MoCUSH, M'G'R Headquarters for MEN'S and BOY'S CLOTHING FURNISHINGS, HATS CAPS Grand View Block Holly Street ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS th Cool and Refreshing We have opened this Soda Fountain season with the finest Ice Cream and Fruit Syrups that can be produced. We make a specialty of Choco­late. Try it, you'll find out the true flavor. We put on a silk finish. Kodaks and Photographic Supplies in any Quantity. I GOLUNS CO., I DRUGGISTS t PHONE 866 206 HOLLY ST. eO'TKIOHT. Two Souls With But a Single Thought and that is, "how perfectly delicious our relishes and all kind of food preparations are, for a Summer luncheon, or for picnics, camps, or at home." Our extensive lines of plain and fancy crackers, wafers, biscuits and canned fruits, jams, jellies, potted and tinned meats and sardines, are the choicest that are put up. Our prices are always lower than any others. IRELAND PANCOAST TELEPHONE 601 HOLLY AND E STS. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS SCIENTIFIC DENTISTRY At Moderate Prices WHATCOM DENTAL PARLORS 11 TO 15 RED FRONT BUILDING H O L L Y A N D C A N O E STS„ W H A T C O M , WASH. Our system of association revolutionizes dentistry. It embraces: ist. Every appliance to save pain and time. 2nd. Buying-our supplies in large quantities at a great saving on their cost. 3rd. A large practice conducted on correct business principles at a reasonable profit. HEGG the Photographer Views, Picture Frames and Easels At Reasonable Prices 1287 Elk St. H I G H - C L A S S Printing • • • OF EVERY VARIETY • • • Engraved or Printed Calling • • and Wedding Cards • • Large Line of Legal Blanks EDSON IRISH • • • • ESTABLISHED 1890 • • • • 1333 RAILROAD AVE. WHATCOM BELLINGHAM BAY PUBLIC LIBRARY AND FREE READING ROOM Corner Dock and Magnolia streets. Open daily, except Sunday, from 2 to 6 p. m., also Wednesday and Saturday evenings from 7 to 10 o'clock. MRS. HUGH ELDRIDGE, Secy. L. H. HADLEY, Pres't. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- BUSINESS DIRECTORY mm Larson's Music S 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 lrnnjrin P R E N C H L I N EN n I l i m n IRISH LINEN [J I llllJU OLD SYTLE LINEN Also Papetrles with Cut of Normal School Building AT SHERMAN'S B. B. POULTRY AND FSH MARKET M A R l ° I ^T Wholesale and Retail Dealers in Poultry, Poultry Supplies, Fresh and Cured Fish — Breeders of Buff Plymouth Rocks, Buff 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 GOOD HEALTH DOES THAT MEAN ANYTHING TO YOU? STODDARD, the Sanitary Plumber 1281 ELK STREET. "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 B. A. WEZBON, M'g'r. Business, Stenography, Special V ^\ Branches None cheaper, none better. Day and evening school. Send for Journal. AUG. WILSON, Whatcom, Wash. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- BUSINESS DIRECTORY GEO. C. FISHER, H. W. BATEMAN Notary Public BATEMAN FISHER GENERAL INSURANCE AGENTS ROEHL BLOCK Telephone ion WHATCOM, WASH. CENTRAL MARKET P E L L 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 G. C. DELLINGER S. E. MULLIN DELLINGER MULLIN REAL ESTATE, LOANS AND INSURANCE Farm and City Property Bought, Sold and Exchanged RENTAL AGENTS 1231 E L K S T R E E T, CORRESPONDEXCE SOLICITED WHATCOM, W A S H, KNOX'S CANDY FACTORY ICE CREAM AND SODA FINE, HAND-MADE CHOCOLATES and BON-BONS Orders solicited for Ice Cream and Water Ices. HOLLY STREET WHATCOM A A r~ / I mTm 0 gt; WHOLESALE AND MCATS RETAIL Fresh, Smoked and Salt TWO SHOPS NOLTE BROS. 1468 Holly St. 2131 Thirteenth St Phone 86 Phone 98 KLINE BROS. MANUFACTURING) JEWELERS AND OPTICIANS EYES EXAMINED FREE OLD JEWELRY MADE OVER 1435 Holly St., Whatcom 1108 Harris Ave., Fairhaven PACIFIC STEAM LAUNDRY ESTABLISHED 1889 FIRST-CLASS WORK GUARANTEED UDNESS ERHOLM. PROPS. TELEPHONE 1183 ELK STREET COAL AND WOOD YARD ft5™™2 Roslyn and Blue Canyon Coal and Dry Fir Wood delivered to any part of the -it" M PHONE 1463 WHATCOM ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS. B e l l i n g h a i n Bay Grocery Co. INCORPORATED Wholesale and Retail Dealers in Groceries, Cigars and Tobacco HAY AND GRAIN L A R G E S T S T O C K AND L O W E ST PRICES ON THE nmr — TELEPHONE 821 1125-1131 ELK ST. WHATCOM CAMERAS AND PHOTO SUPPLIES ALL THE STANDARD MAKES AL-VISTAS, PR1MOS, KORONAS, POCOS, CYCLONES, WESTERNS, HAWKEYES, C. DeChamplain Graham THE OWL PHARHACY Dock and Holly Sts. A. Q. WlCKMAN The TAILOR 1345 HOLLY ST. WHATCOM, WASH. 1 Rjdys Patent lLceBoflt, The most complete assortment of " l * « ' - ' ^ lt; gt; ^ in the city LADIES FINE SHOES SSfr G. F. Raymond 1453 Holly St. Whatcom ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS COFFEE DO YOU ENJOY GOOD COFFEE ? Try Arabian Roast, ground to any fineness or pulverized by electricity. There is nothing in the Coffee line that equals it. PER POUND 40 CENTS Get our Price List Lateness and Up-to-Dateness WILSON, NOBLES BARR Successors to Blue Front Grocery • TELEPHONE 881 114 HOLLY ST., EAST . : • . AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAI 1 The McDOUGALL-GAGE CO. 1 I I11C MtUUUUALl/UAUC cv. i I SEU Standard Goods J I Hart, Schaffner Marx Fine Clothing, | | Monarch Shirts, Perrin Dent's | |: Gloves, and High Grades of Men's ^ If: Furnishings ^ jf, FISCHER BUILDING COR. DOCK AND HOLLY STS. % MUNRO, BLftKE HASKELL HARDWARE, TINNING ^A/r gt; PLUMBING Hot Water and Steam Heating Manufacturers of Buckeye Separators and Cone Strainers Sole Agents for Bridge, Beach Co.'s Steel Ranges and Stoves, Myr.*ei«r-''se PT gt;u. I *mMTp" ICs , oatniHd aallll VkIiTnI dH Cs ro\ff RSVhi*e»*e»+t TMWepttaall wTt ronrrkl r ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS. STUDENTS' WATCHES "The newest down-to-date.' New effects in "Gun Metal.' Gold and silver Chatelaines $4.00 and upwards YOUNG MEN'S WATCHES $1.50and upwards EVERY ONE GUARANTEED BERENS' JEWELRY AND OPTICAL HOUSE 104 HOLLY ST. EAST WHATCOM We carry a full line of PICNIC GOODS Also a complete line of IMPORTED AND DOMESTIC CHEESE STAPLE AND FANCY GROCERIES J FRED C. LIKINS M HOLLY, NEAR CANOE ST. PHONE 1276 B5 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- BICYCLES Wlorsc Ha,tdwa,tc Co* 1051-1057 ELK ST. BICYCLES COLUMBIA TRIBUNE HARTFORD ELDRIDGE V1DETTE SILVER STREAK BICYCLES F™» gt; $ 5 » $ 7 5 ON T HE INSTALLMENT PLAN Old Bicycles taken in Exchange BICYCLES ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 June ---------- • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • » • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • t BELLINGHAM BAY ! IMPROVEMENT COMPANY • • • i « ! ! •• Original Townsite Proprietors of t THE CITY OF | NEW WHATCOM I • Choice Residence Lots in Immecli- • ate vicinity of State Normal, at prices J ranging from $350.00 to $500.00. 1 • Terms—$50 Cash and $10 per Month. • Interest at 7 per cent, per Annum. I Houses and Lots on the Insall- • I ment Plan. • • For further information, address • 1 Land Department | ! BELLINGHAM BAY • * IMPROVEMENT COMPANY I • t • DEPOT BUILDING I • RAILROAD AVE. i £ NEW WHATCOM, WASH. t 1 • * i » • • • • • • • • • • » • • • • • • • • • • • • • • » • • • • • • • • •PPPPP
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- 1901_0901 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER Whatcom, Washington September, 1901 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- Morse Hardware Co. 1033-1039 ELK ST. AIRTIGHT HEATERS ALL SIZES Cook Stoves, $6.50 to $35 Cooking Utensils Table Silverwa
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1901_0901 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER Whatcom, Washington September, 1901 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- Morse Hardware Co. 10
Show more1901_0901 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER Whatcom, Washington September, 1901 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- Morse Hardware Co. 1033-1039 ELK ST. AIRTIGHT HEATERS ALL SIZES Cook Stoves, $6.50 to $35 Cooking Utensils Table Silverware Granite and Tinware SPORTING GOODS, GUNS, AMMUNITION, Etc. Telephone—Store, 241 Telephone—OfSce, 251 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS Normal Students We welcome you in our midst again, and will try to do our part in making this your most successful school year. We shall be glad to see you at our Book and Stationery Store where we shall take pleasure in sup­plying you with THE BEST OF EVERYTHING SUITED TO STUDENTS' NEEDS To OLD STUDENTS, we desire to thank you for your liberal pat­ronage last year and to renew your acquaintance. To NEW STUDENTS, we venture to hope that your acquaintance will be mutually agreeable and profitable. To ALL, we bid you success and modestly suggest that you call early and often, and we shall be pleased to listen to suggestions as to your needs and will try to do you good. J. N. SELBY CO. TELEHONE 1784 124 HOLLY ST. W. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS. .fr^WWWWW^^SK'^^iPWW I CENTRAL LIVERY STABLE | J. J. LARSON, Prop. | BOARDING, FEED | AND SALE STABLES, I WOOD AND COAL i G U R N B Y AND H A C K S A T ALL HOURS. EXPRESS A N D DRAYING IP (S» 137S ELK ST. PHONE TOI SUTCLIFFE HILL Are the People who lead in WALL PAPER, PAINTS, OILS GLASS Especial attention given to DOORS AND WINDOWS Telephone 1195 Holly St., WHATCOM Universal Steel Ranges AND STOVES SPORTING GOODS Lawn Tennis and Base Ball goods, Indian Clubs, Dumbells, Punching Bags, Foot Balls, Bicycle Sundries and a fully equipped Re­pair Shop LONG BROS. HARDWARE COR. HOLLY AND BAY STS. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- 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. Office Hours: 9 to 12 a. m., 2 to 6 p. m. Whatcom, Sunday, 2 to 4 p. m. Washington DR. H. J. BIRNEY Rooms I, 2 and 3, Red Front Building Office Telephone 814 Residence Telephone 813 J. F. CROSS, M. D. PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Rooms 1, 2 and 3, Miller Building, Holly Street, New Whatcom Office Hours—9 to 11 a. m., 1:30 to 4:00 p. m., and at Night. TELEPHONE NO. 851. 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 ISA 17. PHONE 1713 DR. D. E. BIGGS Fischer Building Telephone Main 108 A. MACRAE SMITH, M. D. TELEPHONE 1791 Office, Bed Front Building WHATCOM DR. FRANK J. VAN KIRK Practice Limited to EYE, EAR, NOSE AND THROAT RED FRONT BLOCK WHATCOM ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY DR. J. C. MINTON DENTIST Rooms 9, 10 and 12 Office Phone 1283 Fischer Block. Residence Phone 1223 DR. C. A. DARLING DENTIST Rooms 18 and 19 Fischer Block, Corner Dock and Holly Streets, PHONE 1315. Whatcom, Wash. DR. P. 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 73B DR. O. C. G I L B E RT 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 THE OLD RELIABLE EXCELSIOR DYE WORKS Clothing Renovated to Look Like New 1170 ELK ST. WHATCOn, WASH. ELK STREET COAL AND WOOD YARD ^ZSSSS Roslyn and Blue Canyon Coal and Dry Fir Wood delivered to any part of the ~*T ml - PHONE 1463 WHATCOM ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS New Fall Cloaks and for Ladies and Misses Fresh, direct from the makers—Silks, Dress Goods, Linens, Flannels, Blankets, Ladies' Furnish­ings, Notions, Men's Furnishings, Shirt Waists, Skirts, House Dresses, Costumes made to your measure, Millinery, etc. It is a fact that cannot be denied that the habit of buying at this store is a good habit—one that will save you money on each purchase. Wm. Guthrie Co. HOLLY ST., WHATCOM LOTHROP BROS. Artists in Photography OUR SPECIAL OFFER: AN ELEGANT GRAY0N PORTRAIT FREE With a Dozen of our best Cabinet Photos PHONE 1703 Reveille Building, Dock Street WHATCOM THE BARK OF WHATCOM L. P. WHITE CO. TRANSACTS A GENERAL BANKING AND EXCHANGE BUSINESS YOUR ACCOUNT SOLICITED LIGHTHOUSE BLOCK WHATCOM ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS Never in theHistory of Bellingham Bay Have such Immence Shipments of Dry Goods been received before, as MONTAGUE McHUGH ARE RECEIVING DAILY We have received a shipment of Misses' and Children's Jackets that you would really think we had a contract for supplying Whatcom and Skagit Counties with CHILDREN'S COATS. Also received an immense shipment of Ladies' Jackets and Capes from the famous factories of the Wooltex Company of Cleveland, Ohio. It is almost useless for us to mention D R E S S GOODS as almost everybody knows we carry more Dress Goods than all the stores on Bellingham Bay combined. Inspect the greatest and grandest line of Dress Goods ever brought to the North­west. Blacks and Oxford Greys are the pre­dominating Colors for the coming season. Ladies' Children's Wool Underwear In fact, we cannot store them all. The stock is immense and well worthy of your inspection. BLANKETS Over two thousand pair to select from, direct from the Buell Mills of St. Joseph, Mo. LADIES', MEN'S AND CHILDREN'S WOOL HOSE The greatest values ever offered and an im­mense variety to select from. LADIES' TAILOR-MADE SUITS Beyond all doubt the Handsomest Line ever brought to Bellingham Bay. Montague McHugh Butterick Patterns and Publications ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- The Normal Messenger C O N T E N T S Announcements 3 Improvements 5 New Members of Faculty 7 The Daily Program 8 The Training School 8 Faculty 9 Class of 1900 11 Class of 1901 11 General Items 12 F A C U L T Y 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 September ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS YOU CAN DO BETTER AT THE FAIR The Largest Assortment of Silks, Silk Waists, Dress Goods, Tailor Made Stiits, Millinery In the City of Whatcom One of the Largest and most up=to=date Shoe Stocks in the State. Whatcom's Headquarters F O « STYLISH WINTER WRAPS ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER SEPTEMBER, 1901 ANNOUNCEMENTS HE next session of the Whatcom State Normal school will convene a t ten o'clock, Wednesday morning, September 4, 1901. The opening exercises will be held in the new assembly hall in the main building, and the program will embrace the following numbers: Song, "America" By the school Invocation Rev. N. B. Mathes, Goshen, Ind. Song By the school Address.. J . N. Bowman, Ph.D. Prof. History and German Vocal Solo Miss Ino Proctor, Teacher of Music Select Reading. Miss Frances S. Hays, Teacher of Reading Announcements E. T. Mathes, Principal Vocal Solo J. Claire Monteith, New York City Entrance examinations will be conducted on Tuesday, September third. Students wish­ing to take this examination at a later date should so report to the principal. The regular daily program will be printed and copies of this program will be placed in the hands of each student and with this in­formation every student can readily arrange his daily program of work upon the opening day. The members of the faculty will devote Wednesday afternoon to meeting the students and assisting them in arranging their studies for the first semester. On Thursday morning at 9 o'clock there will be a general meeting of the faculty and students, at which time full announcements concerning the daily work will be made. Each student immediately after his classifi­cation should provide himself with a copy of T ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- 4 The Normal Messenger his daily program and familiarize himself with the various recitation rooms of the building, so that he will know exactly when, where and to whom his classes will recite. The offices will be open at 9 o'clock Wed­nesday morning for the registration of students Old students are urged to be pre­sent and register early, and it is hoped that each one will consider himself a special com­mittee to welcome new students and intro­duce them to fellow students. New students will also appreciate being shown the arrange­ment and accommodations of the buildings. It is hoped that every student, both new and old, will enter the year's work with some well formed plan of that which he wishes to do during the school year. With this condi­tion in hand each student can secure prompt and intelligent classification and enter upon his regular work at once. It is further hoped that every new student will take up his work with a fixed purpose to complete some definite course of study. This will prove a blessing both to the student and to the character of the school. A good list of boarding places may be found at the office of the principal, and any students who have not yet made their arrangements for the year can easily do so by consulting this list of accommodations. A list of rooms for light housekeeping is also at hand for students who desire such accom­modations. All students who desire to have some one meet them when they arrive, should notify the principal of the exact train or boat upon which they will reach the city. This is neces­sary as there are several boats and trains daily between Whatcom and Seattle. The young ladies of the Y. W. C. A. have made ample arrangements to meet all students and it will be a pleasure for them to render this service. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- The Normal Messenger 5 IMPROVEMENTS The most important improvement around the Normal school is of course the construc­tion of the new annex. The foundation and basement story were constructed entirely of stone, and the progress was consequently slow, but by August 1st the brick walls were started and at this writing are nearly com­pleted. The boiler has been removed from the main building and the two boilers are being installed in the sub-basement of the annex. The passage between the two build­ings is being constructed as a part of the annex hence the two buildings are being united permanently into one general struc­ture. The indications are that the annex will be practically completed within contract time, and with the main building will present a very substantial and imposing appearance. The rooms on the south end of the corridor on the second floor of the main building have been completed and the hall wainscoted. Rooms 17, 18 and 19 have been varished and otherwise improved. Room 20 has been varnished and kalso-mined and arranged for the reception of the museum. Room 21 has been completed with a beautifully arched ceiling and will be used as an assembly hall until the auditorium is completed, after which it will be used as a society hall. Room 3 has been divided into two rooms and will be used hereafter as a public and private office. The old office will be used as a reception room. The library has been kalsomined and several additional book cases constructed for the room. Several large pictures have also been placed in this room. The number of individual tables in the chemistry laboratory has been doubled, and four additional gas hoods have been added. The physics laboratory has been moved from room 11 to room 8, and three additional ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- 6 The Normal Messenger tables provided. This laboratory now ac­commodates 24 people for individual work. Room 11 has been seated with chairs to serve as a recitation room for science classes. Four compound microscopes and an ex­cellent microtome have been added to the equipment of the biological laboratory. The equipment in the form of apparatus for the chemical and physical laboratories has been more than doubled. The boiler room in the main building has been divided into dressing rooms to be used in connection with the new gymnasium which will be constructed in the rear of the main building in September. Four large glass cases have been pur­chased for the museum which makes a total of ten cases now in the museum room. This furniture makes it possible to display many of the specimens brought from all parts of the world by Prof. J. Y. Collins. The art department has been moved from room 2 to room 19, and twenty-five individ­ual drawing tables and four model stands have been ordered for this department. Eight dozen table-arm chairs have been ordered for the recitation rooms recently completed. A very complete electric program clock is being placed in the main office, and hereafter all signals will be rung by this clock. This clock will also ring the bells in the annex when the building is ready for service. The room formerly occupied by the art de­partment will be used for science work in the future. The windows have been fitted with close fitting shutters so that the large pro­jecting lantern may be used in the regular class work. The upper panels have been removed from the doors leading into the reci­tation rooms, and replaced with glass. This adds greatly to the appearance of the halls as well as to the convenience of both teachers and students. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- The Normal Messenger 7 Other minor changes have also been effected and all together the main building presents a very different appearance from what it did last June, and a pleasant surprise awaits the old students. NEW MEMBERS OF FACULTY During the past year the faculty has been composed of twelve members. Eleven of these remain for the coming year and four new teachers have been added to the force. Dr. J. N. Bowman, who will assist Dr. Mathes with the work in history and teach German, is a graduate of Heidelberg Univer­sity, Ohio, and a post-graduate of Heidelberg University,Germany. Dr.Bo wman has taught in the former institution and has also instruct­ed in summer institutes in Ohio. Prof. Alexander P. Romine, who will have charge of the work in geology and will assist in the biological work, is a graduate of the University of West Virginia, and has com­pleted more than one year's graduate work in John Hopkins' University, Baltimore. Mr. Romine has had several year's experience in public school work. Miss Gertrude Earhart, of Duluth, Minn., has been selected as grammar grade critic teacher. Miss Earhart is a graduate of the State Normal School at St. Cloud, Minn., and was for four years a critic teacher in the same institution. She is now completiugtwo years' study in the University of Michigan. Miss Ino Proctor, of Detroit, Mich., will have charge of the vocal music and will assist Miss Hays with the work of physical culture. Miss Proctor is a graduate of the Detroit Conservatory, of the Thomas Normal Train­ing School, and has spent two years in special study at the University of Wisconsin. Her experience extends over several years in vari­ous lines of school work. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- THE The Normal Messenger 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. GEO. R. BRIGHT. . . . . Editor-in-Chief MARTIN KORSTAD, - - - Local Department ASSOCIATE EDITORS Miss MARY BIRD, Knlshan Society Miss MAUD DRAKE, - - Aurora Society Miss MAY PILLMAN, . . . Utopian Society Miss BESSIE GRIGGS, - - - Chilic Society- Miss CLARA TARTE, - - - Alcott Society MR. HARRY SHEPHERD, - - Philomathian Miss TYRRELL WALBRIDGE, - • Y. W. C. A. society EDSON IRISH, Business Managers. TERMS: FORTY 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. II. SEPTEMBER, 1901 No. 4 THE DAILY PROGRAM It was the intention of the faculty to pub­lish in this issue of the Messenger the daily program of classes for the first semester of the coming school year, but it has been found impracticable to arrange the program defi­nitely without a general meeting of the faculty, so the printed program does not appear in this issue. However, the program will be printed and ready for distribution upon the opening day of school. There will be classes in all subjects found in the first semester of all years of all courses of study and also review classes in several of the common branches. THE TRAINING SCHOOL The training school will occupy its present quarters in the main building until the annex is completed after which it will occupy two entire floors of the new building. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- The Normal Messenger 9 The accommodations of this department have been improved in many ways and an additional critic teacher has been added. This allows a critic teacher for every thirty pupils. Not more than forty children are allowed in any one room and the enrollment is limited to the accommodations of the school. In addition to the regular subjects, instruc­tion is given in drawing, vocal music, physical culture and German. The work of the school covers eight grades of work and pupils are received under the same conditions obtained in the city schools. No fee of any kind is collected from the pupils and all text books are furnished free. The training school opens Monday morn­ing, Sept. 2, at 9 o'clock. FACULTY The summer has been an exceedingly busy one for Dr. Mathes, our principal. He has given a personal supervision to the repairs which have been made to the main building, in addition to the regular office and field work. More than two thousand copies of the new catalogue have been mailed and an average of twenty letters written daily. During July Dr. Mathes and family spent two weeks camping at Lake Whatcom. Prof. Forrest and family enjoyed camp life for several weeks at Lake Samish. Prof. Forrest also spent some time at the bedside of a sister who died at her home in Chehalis in July. Prof. Washington Wilson has been spend­ing the summer with his family in Berkeley, Cal., and also attended the summer school at the University of California. Prof. F. W. Eply has been studying higher mathematics, climbing mountains and camp­ing with his family on Lake Whatcom. Miss Mittie Myers visited her home at Reno, Nevada. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- 10 The Normal Messenger Miss Laurel Harper enjoyed a few days with her parents at Milford, Michigan, then attended the summer session of the Chicago Art Institute. Miss Ida A. Baker has been resting since last March at her home in Eagle Grove, Iowa. She will resume her work in September. Miss Frances Hays has been enjoying camp life on Blakley Island as well as assist­ing in various entertainments and instructing in the county institute at Goldendale, Wash­ington. Miss Henriette J. Tromanhauser has vis­ited friends in Tacoma, and devoted much of her time to arranging the picture cabinet for the training school. She also instructed in the institute at South Bend, Wash. Miss Cora F. Bratton has been visiting friends in New York City and Boston, and enjoj'ing a sojourn at her old home in Stam­ford, Vermont. Miss Catherine Montgomery has enjoyed her vacation among her many friends in Chehalis and Seattle. Miss Jeannette Baker has resumed her art work in her studio in this city. Dr. J. N. Bowman has been teaching in the summer school at Haidelburg University, Ohio, and visiting the Chicago Institute at the University of Chicago. Prof. Alexander P. Romine has been spend­ing his vacation in this city. Miss Gertrude Earhart has passed her vacation at her home in Duluth, Minn. Prof. R. B. Vaile, who resigned his place in the Normal school faculty has accepted a position as teacher in the Philippines and sailed from San Francisco on July 23 for his new field of labor. Miss Ino Proctor has spent the summer studying methods in public school music at the Thomas Training School in Detroit Michigan. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- The Normal Messenger 11 CLASS OF 1900 Miss Hattie Thompson will continue her work as primary teacher at the Central school in Seattle. Miss Ruth Pratt is teaching a summer and fall term of school, after which she will resume her work in the State University and grad­uate next June. Misses Pauline Jacobs and Florence Grif­fith will both continue their work as inter­mediate teachers in the Whatcom city schools. Miss Margaret Clark has been re-elected in the Everett city schools. Miss Clara Norman has resigned her posi­tion in the Everett city schools and entered the Chicago Art Institute to prepare herself as a special teacher of drawing. Miss Emma Mythaler will teach near Tacoma. Miss Kate Schutt, A. B., has resigned the principalship of the Aberdeen High school to accept a chair in the Whatcom High school, CLASS OF 1901 It is with much pleasure we are able to announce that the members of the class of 1901 are all well located for the coming school year. Mr. George R. Bright will serve as principal at Pe Ell and will have four assistant teachers. Mr. C. H. Bowman will have charge of the schools at Cedarhome; Miss Emma Radcliffe at Fir, and Miss Edith Burgess at Belfast. Miss Gertrude Bell will teach in Ballard; Miss Lilly Buckles in Seattle; Miss Sarah Clarke in Fairhaven; Miss Maude Drake in Tacoma; Miss Edith Fouts a t Victor; Miss Pearl Galliher in Stan-wood; Miss Bessie Griggs in Cedarhome; Miss Anna Iverson in Olympia; Miss Sadie Lewellen in Van Wyck; Miss Ethel Luce in Fairhaven; Miss Calla Monlux near Colfax; Miss Allie Muldoon in Renton; Miss Mary ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- 12 The Normal Messenger McBride in Whatcom; Miss EInore Oertli in Whatcom; Miss Ada Shidler in Ferndale; Miss Ethel Siders in Chehalis; Miss Emma Whitworth near LaConner; Miss Carrie Wilmore in Whatcom, and Miss Maude Woodin in Fairhaven. Miss Hattie Dellinger will continue her art studies in Chicago. Mr. Thomas Korstad will attend the University. Miss Lillian Miller is just recovering from an illness and will be unable to teach before the holidays. Miss Pearl Lee will rest until called from the preferred list into the Everett city schools. Miss Clarice Witter was married July 2 to M. A. McLlean, and has taken up her resi­dence in Oakland, California. Mr. Martin Korstad has just signed a contract to take charge of the school at Porter, Washington at a good salary. GENERAL ITEMS The members of the various societies will rejoice when they see the beautiful new society hall on the third floor of the main building. Several valuable magazines and educa­tional journals have been added to the read­ing room list. The museum is fast assuming an orderly appearance under the direction of the science teachers. Miss Henriette J. Tromanhauser will occupy room 4 as an office until the annex has been completed and the Training school moved into its new quarters. Miss Grace Hardy will teach near Kent next year. Miss Jessie Havens has been teaching the primary grades at Florence during the past year. Misses Sarah McRae, Ida Pillman, Bertha Ross, Louise Peden and Sue Randall have all been re-employed in the Everett city schools. Ernest Hardy has secured a good certifi­cate and will teach in King county for one year then return to complete his normal course. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- The Normal Messenger 13 Miss Lottie Smith will teach a fall term and return to school in February. Theodore Myer reports that he will enter school again this fall. Claude JefFery will teach during the com­ing year and return to school again the following year. S. C. Bonner has moved to Eastern Wash­ington where he will purchase a farm and also engage in teaching. Miss Bertha Korstad has been teaching a summer school near Maple Falls. Miss Alice Kellogg will teach at Monroe again next year. Miss Alicenia Engle, last year primary teacher at La Conner, will enter the senior class in September. Miss Emma Dubuque, after a year's teach­ing in Snohomish county, will return and enter the third year class. Miss May Pillman will teach near Hart­ford this coming year. She will enter the senior class in 1902. Miss Nellie Cooper, secretary to the principal, visited her sister, Mrs. Doane, at the oyster experiment station, on Hood's Canal a few days in July. Miss Carrie Macintosh spent July visiting her brother in Victoria, B. C. Miss Myrtle McGinnis will return to the Normal school in September. Miss McGinnis graduated from the Whatcom High school in June. Miss Elsie McAllister is visiting her parents at The Dalles, Ore., this summer. Miss Estella Garl taught a nine months' term of school in Skagit county last year. Miss Minnie Walling is teaching a summer school at Skykomish. Miss Leah Lovejoy will return in Septem­ber, after a year's study under a private instructor. Miss Anna Klockstead is teaching a summer school near Acme, and will teach next year at her home on Vashon island. Miss Frances Hays, with her mother and sister, will occupy anew cottage on Ivy street near the home of Mr. Shockey after September. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- 14 The Normal Messenger Mr. J. H. Dunn is teaching a second three months' term at Welcome, and will later teach a term in Mason county. Miss Gyneth Knight has been elected to a position in the Ballard schools. Miss Maybelle Waldrip was married re­cently to Mr. H. K. Kalloch of this city. Harry Whittier who has been teaching during the past year in Clallam county will enter the normal again this fall. Mr. Whit­tier has three sisters who will also enter the school in September. Miss Marie Ames has been re-elected in the Sedro-Woolley schools. Miss Elsie Moore has also been re-elected in the Kent schools. Miss Cecilia Jacobs who graduated from the Whatcom High school will return and enter the junior class in September. Miss Edna Cochel of Port Angeles, will enter the senior class in September. Miss Cochel is a graduate of the Eastern Ohio Normal school. Miss Edith Case taught a spring term of school at Charleston, but will return and enter the senior class in September. Miss Claire Comstock has just completed an eight months' term near Coupeville and will enter the senior class at the opening. Mrs. Jennie Stalnaker of Olympia will enter the Normal school in September and complete the work of the senior year. Miss Ethel Waite is just recovering from a severe illness. Thomas Korstad is managing a large thrashing crew in the Palouse country during this vacation, at a good salary of $6.50 per day and expenses. Miss Ida Baker has returned from her visit in Iowa, and is a t home with her parents on Utter street. Miss Sarah J. Rogers, who was elected one year ago as acting city superintendent of Helena, Montana, has been elected perma­nently to the position. A Helena paper says the election was without opposition. Mrs. Jane Connell Hellier will teach again next year with her husband at Camp Hill, Ala. Mrs. Hellier writes that the work is that of the pioneer. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS THE GROWING STORE THE BEST PLACE FOR TAILOR MADE SUITS CLOAKS MILLINERY DRY GOODS MEN'S FURNISHINGS TRY US THE LEADER THE GLOBE CLOTHING Co. DAN McCUSH, M'G'R Headquarters for MEN'S and BOY'S CLOTHING FURNISHINGS, HATS GAPS Grand View Block Holly Street ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS Pretty Nice! Both the Girl and the Kodak She chose a fold ing Pocket Ko­dak- shows she's got a level head. You can't make a mistake on a Kodak. But be sure its an East­man- there is uo Kodak but the Eastman Kodak All are nice, but the folding ones specially nice. Let us show you the new ones we've just received. S8.00 TO §14.00 All use Film and load in daylight COLL/MS CO. Druggists and Kodak Polks HEALTH AND BEAUTY are both promoted by eating our choice and high grade breakfast foods. We have a large variety of cereal products in rolled wheat and oats, cream wheat and malt food for breakfast dishes, besides macaroni, tapioca, farina, split peas, rice and etc. Our stock of pure and high grade foods, in both fancy and staple groceries, is unrivalled and our prices defy competition. IRELAND St TELEPHONE 601 PANOOAST HOLLY AND E STS. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS SCIENTIFIC DENTISTRY At Moderate Prices WHATCOM DENTAL PARLORS II TO 15 RED FRONT BUILDING H O L L Y A N D C A N O E STS„ W H A T O O M . WASH, Our system of association revolutionizes dentistry. It embraces: ist. Every appliance to save pain and time. 2nd. Buying our supplies in large quantities at a great saving on their cost. 3rd. A large practice conducted on correct business principles at a reasonable profit. HEGG the Photographer Views, Picture Frames and Easels At Reasonable Prices 128ILKST. H I G H - C L A S S Printing • • • OF EVERY VARIETY • • • Engraved or Printed Calling • • and Wedding Cards • • Large Line of Legal Blanks EDSON IRISH • • • • ESTABLISHED 1890 • • • • I333 RAILROAD AVE. W H A T C OM BELLINGHAM BAT PUBLIC LIBRART AND FREE READING ROOM Corner Dock and Magnolia streets. Open daily, except Sunday, from 2 to 6 p. m., also, after Sept. i, from 7 to 10 p. M. MRS. C. T. Canfield, Secy. Mrs. E. W. Purdy, Pres't. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- BUSINESS DIRECTORY PIANOs Larson's Music Store D. J. MCARTHTJR, Notary Public H. D. MCARTHUR D. J. McARTHUR SON Real Estate, Loan, Insurance and Rental Agents ELK STREET WHATCOM WE CARRY THE BEST OF Tablets, Composition Books and Stationery GOOD LEAD PENCILS, 2 FOR 5 CENTS Everything needed in the School Line SHERMAN'S HOLLY ST. WHATCOM B. B. POULTRY AND FISH MARKET Maryott Swift Wholesale and Retail Dealers in Poultry, Poultry Supplies, Fresh and Cured Fish — Breeders of Buff Plymouth Rocks, Buff 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 GOOD HEALTH DOES THAT MEAN ANYTHING TO YOU? STODDARD, the Sanitary Plumber 1281 ELK STREET. "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 Business, Stenography, Special Branches None cheaper, none better. Day and evening school. Send for Journal. AUG. WILSON, Whatcom, Wash. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- BUSINESS DIRECTORY GEO. C. FISHER, H. W. BATSMAN Notary Public BATEMAN FISHER GENERAL INSURANCE AGENTS ROEHL BLOCK Telephone ion WHATCOM, WASH. CENTRAL MARKET PELL a UARZ, 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 KNOX'S CANDY FACTORY ICE CREAM AND SODA FINE, HAND-MADE CHOCOLATES and BON-BONS Orders solicited for Ice Cream and Water Ices. HOLLY STREET WHATCOM MEATS WHOLESALE AND RETAIL Fresh, Smoked and Salt TWO SHOPS NOLTE BROS. 1468 Holly St. 3131 Thirteenth St Phone 86 Phone 08 KLINE BROS. MANUFACTURING JEWELERS AND OPTICIANS EYES EXAMINED FREE OLD JEWELRY MADE OVER 4351 Holly St., Whatcom 1108 Harris Ave., Fairhaven PACIFIC STEAM LAUNDRY ESTABLISHED IS89 FIRST-CLASS WORK GUARANTEED UDNESS A ERHOLM. PROPS. TELEPHONE 1183 PHONE 1203 1218 R. R. AVE. J. C. PARKER BINDING AND PRINTING Work Carefully Done Prices Right Record, Journal, Ledger, Time Books, Shingle Mill Blanks on ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS. Bellingham Bay Grocery Co. - m n i Wholesale end Retail Dealers in Groceries, Cigars and Tobacco HAY AND GRAIN L A R G E S T S T O C K A N D L O W E ST P R I C E S ON T H E B A Y . TELEPHONE 821 112B-I131 ELK ST. WHATCOM OUR BUSINESS IS TO PLEASE YOU T We want you to feel at home here. If you want a stamp, to telephone, to see the directory, to meet your friends, or to wait for a car, come in. You WON'T BE URGED TO BUY. DeCHAMPLAIN GRAHAM THE OWL PHARMACY COR. DOCK AND HOLLY STS. A. G. WlCKMAN The TAILOR 1345 HOLLY ST. WHATCOM, WASH. The most complete assortment of LADIES FINE SHOES in the city. G. F. Raymond 1453 Holly St. Whatcom ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS Are you an Epicure? We can suit you in everything and anything in the LUNCH GOODS Line. You can always find BOTTLED GOODS CANNED GOODS AND FRUIT HERE Lateness and Up-to-Dateness WILSON, NOBLES BARR Successors to Blue Front Grocery TELEPHONE 881 114 HOLLY ST., EAST I TheMcDOUGALLGAGE CO. | SELl Standard Goods p Hart, Schaffner Marx Fine Clothing, ^ k Monarch Shirts, Perrin Dent's fj |s Gloves, and High Grades of Men's k j Furnishings d I FISCHER BUILDING COR. DOCK AND HOLLY STS. | 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. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS. STUDENTS' WATCHES "The newest down-to-date.' New effects in "Gun Metal." Gold and silver Chatelaines $4.00 and upwards YOUNG MEN'S WATCHES...... $1.50 and upwards EVERY- ONE GUARANTEED BERENS' JEWELRY AND OPTICAL HOUSE I 104 HOLLY ST. EAST WHATCOM LIKINS' GROCERY HOLLY AND OANOE Call and see our Splendid Assortment of Fresh Fruits And Vegetables We carry Sliced Boiled Ham Staple and Fancy Groceries FRED C. LIKINS PHONE 1276 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- FURNITURE CARPETS STOVES AND RANGES CROCKERY, Etc. "Everything to furnish a home" We want your trade B. B. Furniture Co. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 September ---------- BELUNGHAM BAY IMPROVEMENT COMPANY Business Properties and Manufacturing Sites Choice Residence Lots in Immedi­ate vicinity of State Normal, at prices ranging from $350.00 to $500.00. Terms—$50 Cash and $10 per Month. Interest at 7 per cent, per Annum. Houses and Lots on the Insall-ment Plan. For further information, address Land Department BELUNGHAM BAY IMPROVEMENT COMPANY DEPOT BUILDING RAILROAD AVE. WHATCOM, WA8H.PPPPP
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- 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 a
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1901_1201 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER Whatcom, Washington December, 1901 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1901 December ---------- PHONE. OFFICE 241 PHONE,
Show more1901_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. 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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
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Show more1902_0301 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Cover ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER r lt; £W£V ' 1 • -m\i •!==» ££* plavch, 1902 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page [i] ---------- ^•^••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••' t "MORSE PROBABLY KEEPS IT" • PHONE, OFFICE 241 PHONE. STORE 2B1 Morse Hardware Co. Columbia, Tribune, | Rambler and rion= | arch Bicycles • | GYMNASIUM SUPPLIES AND | SPORTING GOODS • • : | Sell em low, send and get more • J033 AND 1039 ELK STREET • • W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W W AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA AAA GR06ERIES When Goods or Prices are not Satisfactory, Please Return Same and Money will be Refunded Byron Grocery Co. 114 West Holly Street - Telephone stooi • • WWW W W W W W W W W W W W WW W W W www ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page [ii] ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS :::• m n i i T n o 11 n r* ?::: :«?5 1111 7~l 1*1 I n . M l i n i iii •••••••••••••••••••••••• •••••••••••• •••••••• •••••••••••••••••••• WANT ft SNAP •• — I N — :: •• Normal Hill Property? |j LYSLE'S ACRE TRACTS Best paying investment on Bellingham Bay. One minute hills to climb to reach school. Near street car line. Give Your Children Normal !:•• Advantages, •••• •••• ;••• and at the same time make your :••• own rent. Rooms are always in :••••••• demand. Why not rent them ? :•»•:••:••: Several Students •••••••• :::: could build a cottage and save ;•• their rent, as they could al- :••• ways sell it for more than it ••• cost them. •••••••••••• •••••••••••• *"!! walk from Normal School. No s::: No more Tracts to be put on •:•:• ;•:*;•*:••»:••»: at this rp rice •••:•••:•••:•••: :::: $250 PER ACRE-IO LOTS :::: 'ill •••• ::j2 $250 PER ACRE-IO LOTS 8::: :::: •s:: •••• •••••••••••• Better investigate at once. Only a few left. This property "*! will bear the keenest inves­tigation. •••• CAMPBELL, ••• ::: Red Front Block, Whatcom, Wash. •••••••• • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • a r t ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page [iii] ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS •!^^-^^^W^W^s5S§:W3BP,si*'»8P^S^ I CENTRAL LIVERY STABLE J. J. LARSON, Prop. | BOARDING, FEED AND SALE STABLES, WOOD AND COAL | K GORNBY AND H A C K S AT ALL, HOURS. |fe EXPRESS AND DRAY IN© | 13S1 ELK ST. PHONE 701 MUNROTBSL^ 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 Crescent Bicycles, Lawn Tennis Supplies and Sporting Goods FARM. GARDEN AND FLOWER SEEDS Universal Steel Ranges and Stoves 1 KEEN KUTTER KUTLERY ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page [iv] ---------- PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY TELEPHONE 1711 RESIDENCE TELEPHONE 1094 CHAS. L. HOLT, M. D. Speelnltles: Diseases of the Hye, Bar, Hose sad Throat Rooms i 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 OMloe Telephone 281 *?esidenoo Telephone 283 W. H. AXTELL PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Office Hours: n 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 47a W. D. KIRKPATRICK, M. D. ADDIE F. KIRKPATRICK, M. D. FISCHER BLOCK. ROOMS 16 lt; 17. PHONE 17J3 A. MACRAE SMITH, M. D. TELEPHONE 1791 Office, Bed Front Building- WHATCOM DR. FRANK J. VAN KIRK Practice Limited to EYE, EAR, NOSE AND THROAT RED FRONT BLOCK WHATCOM DR. I. W. POWGLL Osteopathic Physician and Surgeoii Office, Slade Building Phone 554 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page [v] ---------- PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY DR. J. C. MINTON DENTIST Rooms 9. 10 and 12 Office Phone 1283 Fischer Block Residence Phone 1223 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 785 DR. O. C. GILBERT DENTIST Oor. Dock and Holly - WHATCOM, WASH. D R . G. B. R O S T ER OSTEOPATH ALL CHRONIC DISEASES A SPECIALTY Office Hours: 9 to 12 a. m., 1 to 5 p. m. Holly Block Telephone 784 CONSULTATION FRKS JACOB DOLL S T E 0 B R SONS DAVIS SONS EBERSOL VICTORIA GJKAND LEADER AVON PIANOS We Buy by the Car Load WILSON A BRIGGS MUSIG CO. WHATCOM ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page [vi] ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS @M3iai3JSll!MSMaEJS13Mai3MailJ3M3MSMfS(S/§SMMSE(a® The Finest Lots IN THE CITY GEO. A. JENKINS' ADDITION TO WHATCOM This property adjoins the NORMAL SCHOOL GROUNDS on the west and is without any excep­tion the finest property in that part of the city. Special Inducements to those wishing to Build LOTS FROM $200 TO $400 Call on or address GEO. A. JENKINS 414 HIGH ST. LOTHROP BROS. Artists in Photography ELEGANT DESIGNS IN MOUNTINGS Everything New and up-to-date in the Photographic Line PHONE 2453 Reveille Building, Dock Street WHATCOM E THE " BAOK 6F WHATOM L. P. WHITE CO. TRANSACTS A GENERAL BANKING AND EXCHANGE BUSINESS YOUR ACCOUNT SOLICITED UQHTHOUSE BLOCK WHATCOM ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page [vii] ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS THE LEADER * THE LEADER Millinery We're making an exhibit of Milli­nery Masterpieces, which in point of beauty, variety and low prices, exceeds anything- ever shown in Whatcom. Gorgeous creations, and fascinating styles from the cleverest Eastern Designers, are here. Magnificent Pattern Hats up to $25 An elegant assortment of clever, nobby styles in Trimmed Hats a t . . .$3.50 to $6.00 Spring Felt Fedoras at 98c. to $2.50 Ladles' Tailored Suits and Skirts We've never displayed such a great variety of charming, ele­gant styles as now. Superb, Tailored Suits up to $35-oo Silk Skirts, rich styles up to 30.00 A splendidly tailored Suit of all-wool Ven­etian, Eton Waist, with flounce, skirt with graduated flounce $10.00 Beautiful assortment of fine Silk Skirts at $10.00 DRESS FABRICS A beautiful showing in Foulard Silks Wash Fabrics Woolen Fabrics THE LEADER ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page [viii] ---------- The Normal Messenger CONTENTS Greetings From the Philippines, Robert B. Vaile 3 The Inter-Society Contest 8 Athletics 10 Exchanges 11 Editorial 12 Just "Study (A Poem)... 13 Y. W. C. A. Notes 14 The Lad Who Didn't Dare 15 A True Story 11 General Items 20 F A C U L T Y 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 MTSfi LAUREL HARPER Drawing MISS FRANCES HAYS, Reading and Physical Culture A. P. ROMINE, Biological Sciences MISS GRACE S. BURT, 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 MISS MABEL ZOE WILSON, Librarian MRS. ADA B. CLOTHIER, Assistant Librarian MISS NELLIE A. COOPER, Secretary to the Principal P. W. PIERCE, Custodian of Building and Grounds- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page [ix] ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS YOU CAN DO BETTER AT THE FAIR Whatcom's Department Store 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. The cost of living is some­what reduced when ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page [3] ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER MARCH, 1902 GREETING FROM THE PHILIPPINES ROBERT B. VAILE VIGAN, ILOCOS SUR, PHILIPPINE ISLANDS, December 31, 1901. To the students of the Whatcom Normal School: This word of greeting from a land of novel and significant experiences. If I can possibly add some trifle to your pleasure and interest by telling you about some of the actual scenes about me I shall be very happy. What would you think of a land in which a muchacho, or boy servant, is prone to lose the old tooth brush which I use to "whiten" my shoes and as a substitute uses my good one without saying anything to me? And that is only a sample. In my one room in the best house in the village I have now what I like to call "all the comforts of home" but I am quite sure they would not have seemed so a half a year ago. They include a table, two chairs of the kind peculiar to this country, a native bed­stead, with woven ratten springs and a straw mat mattress, my trunk, and four boxes of food supplies, books, and school materials. Now that I have become accustomed to seeing little lizards run over everything and to having ants and bugs of various sorts present always, I am really quite comfortable. I had expected to find it necessary to sleep under mosquito bar, as a precaution against malaria, but I have not been troubled in the least in that direction. I make it a point to gt; drink nothing but boiled water, however. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page 4 ---------- 4 The Normal Messenger In the school house, which is built of brick, with a thatched roof, there are two rooms, each about twenty feet square. One is for boys and the other is occupied by the girls. For furniture there are two chairs, three long benches with desks attached, and about six plain benches in both rooms. The United States government has provided a chart, fifty slates and primers thus far but I am expect­ing a complete supply of books shortly. School begins at eight o'clock in the morn­ing and lasts until eleven. In the afternoon it is in session from three until five o'clock. The native teachers keep their respective rolls but I have called them often enough to learn the names of the larger part of my pupils. As a sample let me give you some names I had to learn: Feliz Buenfe, Venancio Tarbelon, Ulefonso Talingdon, Gregoriaa Zzpztz, and Pablo Garcia. Among the girls are Carmen Buenfe, Encarnacion Ascensio and Rufina Eduarte. Perhaps six of all the pupils wear shoes, or rather slippers, since they have no heels, and every one of the girls has her hair done up in a knot. Practically all of the children are pure Filipino and con­sequently they understand very little Spanish. They are all of a deep copper color and have jet black hair. In their play they are similar t o other children, except that they are .perhaps a little more "childlike" in their customs. They seem to have a national game, called "San Pedro." It somewhat resembles " t a g " and almost everyone plays it, for even the young men get out in the streets on moonlight nights to indulge in it. For plans and methods one must naturally depend almost altogether upon his own ingenuity to adapt the crude means which are at hand to the peculiar problem which is "to be solved. There are no books on methods t o help one very much, there are no observa­tion reports to hand in of to read, save t h at ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page 5 ---------- The Normal Messenger 5 the division superintendent is supposed to visit every school as often as he can and I notice that blank books have been sent out for a full report upon each individual teacher's success for the general superintendent. It is so very hard to know how much to expect of one's self and it is difficult to know how much to attempt and how best to accomplish that. By the time that these points have been worked out it would seem as if the need for the results may almost have disappeared, since the beginning will have been made and the remainder of the task will be compara­tively simple. Then there is the problem of how much one can well go against the long established customs of the people. For example, the natives dearly love a holiday of any sort and they take them at every oppor­tunity. They call them fiestas, and practically all of them are church days also. All Saints* Day, on November first was one, and January-sixth will be, or rather was, another, since it celebrated the visit of the Magi to the infant Christ. The most that they seem to do on these fiestas is to go to church in the morning and then give up the day to idleness. I t seems that it has been the custom to gt; give a vacation in the schools of but two months out of the year. One from July fifteenth to August fifteenth, when the rice was being transplanted, and the other from November fifteenth when the rice was har­vested. The attendance in the schools in my province fell off so much this year that two of us were granted leave to begin our vaca­tion December first and it will last until January seventh. It was explained to me that the children made by far the best workmen in the rice fields when the crop was being harvested and when I came to see the methods that are used I could easily see why that was. You know rice must be planted on land which is under ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page 6 ---------- 6 The Normal Messenger water and consequently ditches and embank­ments are made which divide the rice fields into little plots about twenty or thirty feet square which are on different levels so that the water that is led into them runs from one to another and so on. It seems that the rice shoots are transplanted into these fields while water is standing upon them but I have not watched that part of the process. When the rice is about ripe it appears from a distance to be very much like a field of wheat since the stalks are about three feet high and they have a straw color with a head a little similar to that of wheat. When it comes time to cut it, those who go out to reap it each carry a little knife, like a chopping knife in form which is set into a wooden handle about the size and shape of a cigar at right angles to its plane. The blade then comes between the first and second fingers and with it they cut every stalk separately. When they have a handful they tie a piece of grass around the bunch and these are stored away until they are thrashed in a sort of a mortar as they are needed. When I started out on my tour of my province I first set out on foot for the nearest town in which there is an American teacher, Tayum. The road is very good now since it has not rained for a couple of weeks but there is never any danger of its being cut up by wagons since almost all the hauling is done by means of sledges drawn by Austra­lian cows or by carrabac. Carrabac, or water buffalo, are large animals of the buffalo family and their peculiar character­istic is that it is absolutely necessary that they get into water which will cover them once every six or eight hours. They are guided by a rope tied through the nostrils and it is no uncommon sight to see a little boy riding on one of the largest as a driver. About a mile from my town I had to cross ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page 7 ---------- The Normal Messenger T the Abra river and since I had no horse with me the ferry man came across with one of the smaller rafts, made of about six or eight lengths of bamboo, each about four inches in diameter, to take me over. It was a walk of about an hour and three-quarters to ray destination for that day, I visited both sessions of the school there. The following day I spent in going to Bucay, another town which is about six miles north of Tayum, and three days later I was in Bangued, the capital of Abra Province. Pidigan is about two miles south of there and I spent part of one day in the school there. Then I took a raft down the Abra river for Yigan in com­pany with the teacher in Tayum, and I spent most of my vacation there. In fact I am writing this from the office of the Division Superintendent of schools of this district. Yigan is the most important city north of Manila. There are four troops of the Third United States Cavalry stationed here and they have their band with them. Conse­quently we hear a short concert every after­noon at guard mount, the ceremony of in­specting the appearance and the guns of the soldiers who are to stand guard around their quarters the next twenty-four hours. Nearly every evening there is a concert on the plaza, also. * * * * * * * * Our long vacation begins on the first of March and during the three months that we have then, our headquarters will be Manila. I wish that I could wish you a pleasant vaca­tion then also, providing you still want one. I do bid you god-speed in your search after knowledge and plenty of good cheer along with the hard part of it. If you do not get this message I would be very glad if you would let me know about it, especially if it does not suit you. Very sincerely yours, ROBERT B. YAILE. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page 8 ---------- 8 The Normal Messenger THE INTER-SOCIETY CONTESTS These contests originated last 3Tear, and were successful in their aim to cultivate society spirit. This year the contests have been arranged in a similar manner. The questions for debate are chosen by a faculty committee. On March 28, occurs the preliminary debating contests, when the Chilic-Utopian and the Alcott-Aurora debates take place. The winner of the former will debate with the Philomathian representative on May 9, and the winner of that debate will debate com­mencement week. The winner of the Alcott- Aurora debate will debate with the Kulshan representative on May 9, and the survivor of this will contest with the above mentioned survivor during commencement week. The debaters this year are the following: Mae Knox, Utopian; Alicenia Engle, Chilic; Mrs. Anna Temple, Aurora; Gertrude Qualey, Alcott; Glen Metsker, Philomathian; Belle Williams, Kulshan. The questions for the debating contest this year have been arranged as follows: Preliminary debate, March 28. Resolved, That the British Empire is superior to the United States from a com­mercial standpoint. Semi-final debate, May 9. Resolved, That the United States is superior to the British Empire from a military standpoint. Final debate, commencement week. Resolved, That the United States is a .greater world factor than the British Empire. The societies were represented in debate last year by the following: Utopian, Gertrude Bell; Chilic, Minnie Penfield; Alcott, Mae Williams; Aurora, Emma Gruber; Kulshan, Mary Bird; Philomathian, Thomas Korstad. The questions were: March 29-^-Resolved, That the recent ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page 9 ---------- The Normal Messenger annexation of territory by the United States; is consistent with the underlying principles of our government. Kulshan and Philoma-thian, affirmative; Utopian and Alcott negative. The affirmatives won. May 10—Resolved, That the Chinese ought to be admitted to American citizenship on equal conditions with other races. Kul­shan and Aurora, Affirmative; Chilic and Philomathian, negative. Chilic and Aurora won. June 10—Resolved, That the further ex­tension of the jurisdiction of the U. S. over alien peoples will best further the interests of humanity and civilization. Affirmative, Chilic • negative, Aurora. This final was decided in favor of the Aurora's representative. The preliminary declamatory contests take place April 4. The society represetatives are: Kulshan, Anna Egge; Alcott, Nellie Berg; Utopian, Cassie Gilford; Aurora, Nellie Jones; Chilic, Minnie Sapp; Philomathian, Ernest O'Loughlin. Two will be chosen from this preliminary to contest commencement week, The representatives last year were: Kulshan, Grace Willey; Alcott, Clara Tarte; Chilic, Lulu Robinson; Philomathian, Olaf Webb; Utopian Cassie Gifford; Aurora, Alice Kellog, The preliminary contest was won by the Chilic and Alcott, and the final by the Alcott. The preliminary oratorical contest is dated April 18. The participants will be: Aurora, Josephine Snyder; Alcott, Myrtle Alexander; Chilic, Laura Sweet; Kulshan, Mary Bird; Utopian, Eudora Oliver; Philomathian, Thomas Slattery. The orators last year were: Aurora, Maud Drake; Alcott, Sadie Lewellyn; Chilic, Clarice Witter; Kulshan, Allie Mulr doon; Utopian, Carrie Wilmore; Philoma­thian, H. C. Bowman. The preliminary was won by Utopian and Alcott, and the final by the Utopian. The contest this year will be interesting. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page 10 ---------- 10 The Normal Messenger and exciting, for the contestants are seem­ingly strong in their respective parts. There will be the usual breathless suspense while the judges decide, and the usual im­patience while the chairman takes five minutes to announce the decision. The winners will be congratulated and the others will feel forsaken, but none should feel that the occasion is a matter of life or death. Of course when defeated say the judges are at fault. ATHLETICS Since the new gymnasium has been com­pleted. Physical Culture has resumed its rightful importance in the school curriculum. Each student is compelled to take at least two hours of Physical Culture per week, and the majority take more than that. Numerous girls' basket-ball teams have been organized, principally class teams. The Senior team is as anxious to carry off all honors as are the Juniors and under-class teams. All Junior basket-ball players belong to the "Tyee Club," and the majority of them are "Tyees" indeed, with an average height of 5 ft. 6 inches, and an average weight of 145 pounds. The President of the Junior Class is also President of the "Tyee Club." Friday evening, February 21 the Juniors and Seniors played a match game in the new gymnasium. The game was called at 8:30 by Mr. Henry C. White, referee. Both sides played hard, guards and throwers being well matched. At the close of the second half, neither side had yet made a basket, so a five-minute continuance was agreed upon. Even the Juniors were secretly glad when Miss Iffland threw a basket, for that ended the game. Miss Huntoon, as center, played exceptionally well. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page 11 ---------- The Normal Messenger 11 LINE-UP SENIORS JUNIORS Blanche Charon \ » . . _ . „ . . .( Belle Williams Jennie Inland / FORWARDS |V e r a M e i g o rd Grace Huntoon, Capt, CENTERS Lou Doubler Jessie Lawrence \ r»«»-DT»o---• /Emma Gruber Alciena Engle / ^ARDS |M a r y B i rd Miss Burt UMPIRES Miss Harper The boys have organized an athletic club with the following officers: Pres., Etizo Loop; Yice-Pres., Ben Novies; Sec'y and Treas., David Eason. Besides their regular physical culture work; they play basket-ball and practice for field day. Their track team will undoubtedly win its share .of glory when they meet the Whatcom High School on field day. Dr. Bowman is their coacher and director, and it is a pleasure to notice the interest and enthusiasm he has excited. EXCHANGES THE MESSENGER acknowledges the following ex­changes: High School Bell, San Jose, Cal. The Lake Breeze, Sheboygan, Wis. The Quidest, Kearney, Neb. The Pruderie, Walla Walla, Wash. ' The High School Voice.-Sunbury, Pa. Ye Records, P., S. U., Tacoma, Wash. The Spinster, Portland, Or. The Wa-Wa, Port Townsend, Wash. The Red and Black, Reading, Pa. The Comet, Reno, Nev. The Evergreen, Pullman, Wash. The Normal Outlook, Ellensburgh, Wash- The Kilikilik, Tiffin, O. The Kodak, Everett, Wash. The High School Echo, Puyallup, Wash. The Argonant, Moscow, Ida. Normal Pennant, San Jose, Cal. Hi School Review, Olympia, Wash. The Academy Journal, Norwich, Conn. The Pingrey Record, Elizabeth, N. J. The Normal Record, Chico, Cal. The Pythian, Kalamazoo, Mich. The MESSENGER evidently now stands in full favor with the "Pennant" since it has added the exchange column, for that is the Pennant's pet suggestion to all. papers lacking that essential. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page 12 ---------- 12 The Normal Messenger ^NORMAL MESSENGER Published Quarterly by the Students of T H E S T A T E NORMAL SCHOOL* WHATCOM, WASH. EDITORIAL. STAFF. MARY G. BIRD, '03 Editor-in-Chief ASSOCIATE EDITORS HATTIB E PRATT, '02) T , f • _ , __ BDITB CHURCH, 'oa / ' Mterary HELEN WHITNEY, '05 gt; T.~^I MINNIE B. PBNFIELD, '03 Exchange K. GRCBER, '03 Club Notes EDSON IRISH, Business Managers. TERMS: TWENTY-FIVE CENTS A YEAR. Address all literary communications to the Editor-in-Chief, Nor mal School. All business matter to the Business Managers Whatcom, Wash. Entered at the Whatcom Postoffice as second class matter. VOL. III. MARCH, 1902 No. 2 Mr. Robert B. Vaile, formerly of our faculty but now teaching in the Philippines, sent a highly interesting and enjoyable letter to the students recently. The next number of the MESSENGER will be under the management of the Junior class. It will be a very modest Junior Annual, for it is the first of its kind to be published here. Whether it will be a success or a failure depends upon the support it receives from students and friends of the school. It will contain engravings of the Senior class, Junior class, Faculty, Basket-ball teams. Track team, campus views, and perhaps many more groups not yet decided upon. There will be original verses and short stories, some of them illustrated by our student artists, and of course there will be jokes at the expense of our dear Seniors. Regular subscribers to THE MESSENGER will receive a paper-bound copy, and non- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page 13 ---------- The Normal Messenger 13 subscribers may purchase the annual in either paper or board covers. Alumni and former students will now have ample opportunity to show their apprecia­tion of Whatcom Normal and its student enterprises, and they are urged to make the most of that opportunity. JUST STUDY The shades of night were falling fast As up old Garden street there passed A youth who held in hands so nice A banner with this strange advice; Just "Study." His brow was sad; his eye beneath Bright glittered as be gnashed his teeth, But, like a distant school-bell, rung The accents of his well-known tongue,— 1*11 "Study." In happy homes he saw a sight,— 'Twas Normal students, young and bright. Above their books the fierce light shone. Then from his lips escaped a groan, "They Study." "Don't try to pass," an old man said, "Hard study's apt to hurt your head And ruin too your eyes so wide" But loud that boy again replied, "Must Study." "O, stay" his sweetheart said, "and rest Your curly head upon this breast." A tear stood in his pale blue eye, But still he muttered with a sigh,— •"Taint Study." "Beware the fir tree's falling branch! Beware some ruffian's might, perchance !" Thus quoth the workmen through good-will. A voice replied, far up the hill, "And Study." Next morning, starting up the hill, The students heard a cry so shrill;— Though all the world seemed peaceful there, This wail came through the startled air,— "Le'me Study." They flocked to school without a sound, And, leaning 'gainst the door, they found The Youth still grasping as a vise That banner with its strange advice, Just "Study." MORAL There in the twilight, cold and gray, Lifeless but beautiful he lay. While from the crowd now drawing near A murmur came, with many a tear,— "Too much Study." H. W. '05. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page 14 ---------- 14 The formal Messenger Y. w. C. A. "The *Y. W. C. A.' will hold i t s regular -weekly meeting in Assembly hall this noon a t 12:30," is a regular announcement in chapel every Tuesday morning. The frequent •repetition of the above has become a. standing joke among the students;, but, when they attend these often heralded meetings, they find it no joke, but deep and.solemn earnest. These devotional meetings are full of spirit­uality. The members are growing in ability to express themselves and to take active part in the meetings. Several particularly strong meetings have been held. Among these was one led by Miss Beryl Shahan. On this occa­sion Miss Frances Hays gave an interesting talk on "ServingOthers." The words spoken by Miss Hays in her usual forcible, sincere and wholesome manner were reviving and strengthening. Another particularly beneficial meeting was led by Mrs. Anna Temple. At this meet­ing Miss Mittie U. Myers gave Some very excellent thoughts on "Being and Doing" as-laid down in the "Golden Rule." Her words, though brief, gave a new insight into that best of all rule, and a new impetus toward its enactment. The Y. W. C. A. is still projecting furnish­ing a room. The necessity of furnishing a rest-room is removed since the small room adjoining Miss Hay's room is now devoted to t h a t purpose. But the association feels the need of a home, a room of its own, a room for its meetings and the like. This is a necessity. Dr. Mathes has offered a room in the annex which when furnished will be an ideal spot for the work of this organization,. a place where the downcast and lonely students may be refreshed by Christian fellowship. The matter of finishing and fur­nishing this room is now confronting the association. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page 15 ---------- The Normal Messenger 15 Definite ways and means have not yet been decided upon but any and all contributions will be gladly received. THE LAD WHO DIDN'T DARE Once upon a time among the students of a large and flourishing educational Institu­tion, there was a young Lad, handsome and very popular. Altho endowed with a large bit of cheek, alas! he feared the members of the faculty, and especially regarded the Wonderful Woman with awe and trembling. He dared not even claim the right to his own cognomen should she dispute it. But things were not thus with the Lad Who Didn't Dare when the girls of the institution were concerned. So this gifted lad, besieged on all sides by his fair friends, arranged and organized a social hop, to be enjoyed by said fair maids and "brothers." The auspicious eve arrived, the Lad Who Didn't Dare donned his happy attire and waited patiently for that hour to arrive when he should journey up to a certain dormitory and escort the usual small bunch of eleven girls to the party. The hour had nearly arrived when his father, the senior member of the firm "Father and Son," came in with a package which must go to the home of the Wonderful Woman. The Lad Who Didn't Dare groaned in spirit, but the path of duty lay clear and straight before him. He set out to climb the hill. Eventually, meek in spirit and meeker still in appearance, he presented himself at the door, when, horror of horrors!. The Wonderful Woman herself answered the ring. She cordially in­vited him in, and the Lad Who Didn't Dare looked sick but followed on. "Now I can show you all those pictures I've promised you should see," quoth The Wonderful Woman. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page 16 ---------- 16 The Normal Messenger The Lad Who Didn't Dare could already see a picture of eleven wrathy maids adorned for the party but waiting for the knight, yet he faintly answered, "Be delighted." The pictures were interesting, the hostess charming, and The Lad Who Didn't Dare,— desperate. The clock said half-past eight, and the expression on the Lad's face indicated murderous intent. As nine o'clock drew on, this impression deepened. When the hands of the clock had crawled to nine-fifteen, a respite seemed forthcoming, but the Wonder* ful Woman suggested that they call upon the Dear Little Man, who was ill. The Lad Who Didn't Dare thought now he would humbly confess that he had another engagement but the, Wonderful Woman chatted on unceasingly while her guest counted the cold chills journeying up and down his spine. For the fiftieth time he gave a furtive glance at his watch, and saw to his horror that it was then nine-fifty. And those girls! His condition was growing serious. But The Wonderful Woman suggested that they return to her home and look at more pictures! They reclimbed the hill, the one­sided conversation continuing, and the Lad plunged in deep meditation. His courage arose with the ascent of the hill. Great drops of cold dampness started from his brow while he faintly whispered, "I—I—have —an—an—engagement." The Wonderful Woman looked very much surprised, and asked regretfully, "Why L , have I been keeping you ?" "No—m'm—not at all.—Have had a de­lightful evening. Good-night." The next moment the Natives along that street were startled by the dashing of a hat-less, hair-flying apparition down the hill. It dashed on to the Dormitory where it was curtly informed by the landlady that the eleven girls had gone with a young gentleman. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page 17 ---------- The Normal Messenger 17 Didn't Dare said something under his breath and left. But things turned out all right, for his rubbers and umbrella were seen in the Dormitory hall the following Sunday. All's well that ends swell. Here endeththe first lesson. But did the Wonderful Woman know about the party ? A TRUE STORY Perhaps my readers remember that the Seniors were to have had a candy sale at the jollification in honor of the arrival of our 300th student. Necessarily many Seniors must have had to eat the candy they made as they were ordered to make it and they did not know the reception was postponed. What an affliction it must have been to them! They have my sincere sympathy. Although I am not a Senior, still I have had some experience with Senior-made candy. At our boarding house our special Senior startled us with the remark that she must make some candy for the sale. We gasped, but as her manner was calm and she did not appear as if she thought her­self unequal to the task, we began to gain courage. Seniors are always so superior. When I recovered my breath she was say­ing in that decided tone of hers, "Yes, I will ask if I can use the stove. I will use only three sticks of wood and surely she will not object. You know I make very good taffy." No, we did not know from experience; but we knew she could do anything if she tried. We were sure of that. "But will you dare ask her ? (Our landlady.) She might not like you to use the stove." Our Senior glanced at the questioner in surprise. "Of course I will ask her and I am sure she will not object! And now, girls," she con- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page 18 ---------- 18 The Normal Messenger tinued, looking pleadingly a t the two youngest and most unsophisticated maidens of whom it is needless to say I was one, "You will go-down town and get five cents worth of red sugar and a bottle of Rose Extract, won't you ? I really must have them both." We glanced at each other despairingly but as "our Senior," is really quite busy we decided to do as she requested. This conversation took place at noon, and right after school we two set off. We trudged down the street each muttering the name of her particular article. Mine was sugar, and my comrade-in-distress kept faithfully repeat­ing the words, "Rose Extract, Rose Extract." It was not long until we reached a drug store. "I think she said we could get red sugar at a drug store," I said timidly. "Yes I know she did, I will ask," returned my friend. "Good-evening, have you any red sugar? "Why-er" said the clerk, "I believe —I really think you can get that at a grocery store." "0,—thank you. "Say we are geese! What did we go there for?" she asked as she retured to me and we started on. "I really do not know. Perhaps we ought to have known better. Well let's try a grocery store." We went to a grocery store and then to another and another and another until we had made the rounds. Then we tried the candy stores, all with the same success. When we would meekly ask for red sugar the clerks would look at us for a moment as if they doubted our sanity and then would say:" 1 'Red sugar ? No—we don't keep red sugar. " At last we tried the bakeries and at the second one we found thelong-looked-for, "five cents worth of red sugar, please." ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page 19 ---------- The Normal Messenger 19 "Now for the Rose Extract," but why diden't we look for it when we were hunting for the sugar ? We might have had it. How foolish we are!" I said: "Yes, why didn't we? We must learn to look before we leap. Now let me see, let's try the grocery stores first, this time," said my friend in a very business-like tone. And then began the same process as we had experienced with the sugar. The only difference was that the grocers were sure they had it until they looked. Store after store we entered and meekly in­quired if they kept, "Rose Extract." "Yes, ma'am," they were sure to reply and then began a search of about ten minutes in which all the clerks were finally enlisted. It •ended unsuccessfully. "No, ma'am we haven't any Rose Extract T)ut we have some fine pine-apple, strawberry, wintergreen, vanilla—" Then we fled followed by the names of more extracts. Alas it was "Rose" or nothing. At last in despiration we thought we would again t ry a drug store but not the one •we had first tried. We asked the clerk if he liad any Rose Extract. "Yes, white rose,—a very fine perfumery." But we don't want perfumery we want it for flavoring." "Attar of Rose is five cents a drop," he quietly informed us. "Is 'Attar,' used for flavoring candy?" coldly inquired my friend. "0, do you want it to flavor candy? Here is some rose water—might do—but if you put i t in whilecandy is hot there will be no taste." "Then we don't want any, for of course you put it in while candy is hot. I guess you gt;don't keep it," we said as we retreated. When we reached open air we took a deep breath, looked at each other—and—laughed. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page 20 ---------- 20 The Normal Messenger I t really was getting very funny. "Where shall we go now ?" Opposite was a tea store and into it we went, we realty were desperate. Yes, they had extracts—but no rose. Then we tried another tea store and it is hard to believe,—but we really found it at last. You never saw two such overjoyed girls. We clasped our precious purchases tightly and started for home. "I suppose she will only laugh when we tell her—but—" "I don't care if she laughs but if she says we might have got some other extract as well as not I will never forgive her." "That is just what I was going to say when 3'ou interrupted," said my partner. When we reached home however "our Senior" was very grateful and sympathetic, so we felt ourselves repaid. Her smile would repay any one for even such an awful ex­perience as ours. L. C. L. '04. GENERAL ITEMS Miss Cecila Ztegwied is teaching in Skagit County. Miss Clara Downey has returned from her trip to Europe and is again at school. Miss Gertrude Qualey, who was here last year, is again attending school. Miss Lena Cartens, of the Junior class, has left school, and intends to leave soon for the South. Miss Clara Ellen Tarte, one of our form students, was a recent Normal visitor. Miss Evelyn Staight has been compelled to leave school on account of illness. Mr. Clinton Stearns, a student during '99-'oo, visited the school and attended the reception January 17. Miss Gertrude Smith has returned to school after a short siege with a broken ankle. In addition to the regular work in physics, considerable has been done by Prof. Eply and interested students in the making of simple apparatus for demonstration pur­poses. Twe wheatstone bridges were made which gave even more accurate results than the regular commercial bridges. A- telephone transmitter was also constructed which works very well. Other articles made are a. barometer, microphone, and sonometer. The simplicity of these seems to appeal to the average student more than does the elaborate labratory apparatus. ..;'"• iEriday evening, January 17, the students held ar ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page 21 ---------- The Normal Messenger 21 reception and jollification in the new gymnasium in honor of the school's reaching the 300 limit in enroll­ment. Miss Rose Rhodes, of the three hundredth student, was made very important during the evening. The bon-fire on the hill was lighted by her. Games and contests served as entertainment, and the energetic Y. W. C. A. girls served refreshments for a nominal sum. Prof. Morse, Miss Galliher, and Miss Rowland, teachers from Anacortes, visited our school and attended the reception January 17. To quote Miss Tromanhauser, a beau is something a girl has when she ought to have her latin. The only boy in the German class is at times so lone­some that 'tired nature's sweet restorer" often overtakes him. Then Herr Bowman says: "Er schlaft. Lesen Sie leise." In physics: "Prof. Eply, is the crackling noise we hear when a fire is built the sound of molecules hitting each other?" Miss Pauline Jacobs, '00, visited the school recently She is now one of the city teachers. The children of the primary grades were very much •excited at seeing "an old squaw on the hill" the other noon. The teachers in charge were incredulous and went out to investigate. Behold one of our Tyees wearing her red golf cap ! Miss Maude Woodin and Ethelyn Luce, 'oi, were visitors at the Normal during the early weeks of January. Miss Elsie Comegys, of Snohomish, visited her sister, Miss Eva Comegys, the first week of March, and "observed" several classes. Miss Pauline Klockstead was obliged to leave school on account of ill-health, and is now at her home in Vashon. Miss Garnet Kendall is attending the Normal School .at Alva, Oklahoma. Miss Nina Sutton, whose ill-health compelled her leaving school, is now recuperating at Watonga, Okla. Miss Grace Ring, a former student here, is now at­tending the Los Angeles State Normal, in California. Dr. Axtell, one of Whatcom's prominent physicians, delivered an interesting lecture on "The Circulation of the Blood" to Prof. Romine's physiology class last •semester. The lecture was given in Assembly hall and was well attended by other students who had that period vacant. Miss Carrie Masterson has left school on account of ill-health, and is now at South Bend. At a recent Assembly exercises, Prof. Yoder of the State University delivered a short talk on "Louisa M. Alcott." It was thoroughly enjoyed by everyone. Mr. Martin Korstad, '01, is occupying his spare moments hunting troublesome ghosts that infest his -neighborhood, at Porter, Wash. Miss Clara Norman, 'oo, is at present instructor of art at Kenilworth Hall, a girls' boarding school, Kenilworth, Illinois. Leu Miller has left us. He left at mid-year. We mourn our loss. Who'll plan for and manage our excur­sions an entertainments now ? At Dr. Grant's office, enjoying Xrays.—Mr. Metsker: —"If I should put my head there, what could you see?" Prof. E.—"Nothing." ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page 22 ---------- 22 The Normal Messenger Teacher:—"What was the economical value of the discovery of America to Europe ? Brilliant Student:—"The working classes got free passage over and economized that way." Biology Teacher:—What particular science treats of insects alone ? Mr. Webb:—"Mythology." Miss Emma Ratcliff, '01 is teaching at Fir. Miss Emma Whitworth, '01, has just recovered from a severe attack of pneumonia. One Friday evening during the first semester, Prof. Eply took the Physics class to Dr. Grant's office on Elk street, and there they witnessed some very interesting experiments with the Xrays and the electric batteries. Dr. Bowman would like to known what a gentleman is to do when the wind carries his cap away while he is escorting a lady home. It is hardly gallant to leave the lady standing alone in the street, and one is apt to catch cold while without a cap. The annex is at last completed and the Training School occupies it. Former students may easily lose their way in the maze of halls when they return. The former President of the Junior class, William G. Osborn, is now attending Ellensburg Normal. Re­ports say he is homesick and longs for his Whatcom friends. Ellensburg has a valuable addition to the student-body there if she can retain him. Inquisitive Student:—"Well, what is his name?" Busy Student:- "O, I forget,—but he's Coffee's successor and he's from the U. of W."—Inquisitive:—"Then he must be Postum Cereal." The newly elected officers of the Junior class arei Pres., Enzo Loop; Vice-Pres., Harriet Bray; Secy, and Treas., Belle Williams. The Second years have organized. The class officers are: Pres., David Eason; Vice-Pres., Evelyn Kirk-patrick; Secy, and Treas., Alice Jenkins. First Student:—"Say, Miss Myers is 'all write,' 'alright ' "—Second Student:—"Well I should say, but she's 'testy' too.' " Mary had a piece of gum, It was as white as snow, And everywhere that Mary went The gum was sure to go. It followed her to school one day, Which was against the rule, The teacher took the gum away And chewed it after school. The High School Voice is pitched in the right key— "way up in G." (In Algebra) Teacher: "Which are the means of this equation ? Johnny Junior: ' 'The whole thing is mean."—Wa-Wa. There is logic in the Olpympia Hi School Review as to arrangement and material. The Literary Department-is well handled. The serious strain of the Evergreen is appalling. We welcome the Wa-Wa. It possesses an originality of its own. We listen eagerly to the merry peals of the High School Bell. We know the bell is made of good metal. The MESSENGER would be incomplete if this "chest­nut" were not repeated: "Please ma'am," said Hungry Bill, the tramp, as he chewed the bread and mutton, Would you do one more thing fer me and sew some.- pants on this button?" ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page [x] ---------- AD VERTISEMENTS THE GLOBE CLOTHING Co. DAN MoCUSH, M'G'R Headquarters for MEN'S and BOY'S CLOTHING FURNISHINGS, HITS * CSPS -Grand View Block Holly Street It's just like this Better goods for the same money. The same goods for less money. That's how our business grows and keeps growing. If you are not a customer of ours, give us a trial order and see if you don't come again. KORTHAUER CO. Grocers SIO W. HOLLY ST. IBHRH PHONE 2381 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page [xi] ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS DR. MATHES WILL TELL YOU WE OFFER AS A PRIZE to any girl, a student at the Normal school,, her choice of Kodaks listing at from $8.00 to $12.00. Dr. Mathes will tell you all about it Collins Co. DRUGGISTS AND KODAK FOLKS ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page [xii] ---------- AD VERTISEMENTS BpiSM^|fn|@)@i@j@isi@|2IiISISMSISI3ISr[v!ia3M3ISISI@Iil J. N. SELBY CO. SCHOOL S U P P L I E S, BOOKS, STATIONERY Headquarters for HOME LIBRARY and GIFT BOOKS, ART and SPORTING GOODS PHONE 1T84 - 1S44 HOLLY STREET HEGG the Photographer Views, Picture Frames and Easels at Reasonable Prices Telephone 1155 - - - - 1255 Elk Street BELLIN6HAM BAY PUBLIC LIBRARY Corner Dock and Magnolia streets. Open daily, except Sunday, from 2 to 6 p. m., and 7 to 10 P. II. MRS. C. T. CANFIELD, Secy. MRS. E. VV. PUKDY, Pres't. WHEN YOUR GROCERIES ARE DELIVERED You will always find them to be just as ordered and "straight goods" right through. If you send your order by either telephone or mail it will be filled just as satisfactorily, and of good weight, the same as if you ordered in person. Our line of delicacies and fancy groceries is beyond compe­tition in Whatcom for either quality or price. IRELAND PANCOAST TELEPHONE G01 HOLLY AND E STREETS ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page [xiii] ---------- BUSINESS DIRECTORY Larson's Music S Store D. J. MCARTHUR, Notary Public H. D. MCARTHUR D. J. M c A R T H U R SON Real Estate, Loan, Insurance and Rental Agents ELK STREET WHATCOM SHERMAN'S IIO HOLLY ST. W. PHONE 1204 Complete Line Up-to-Date Stationery, National Tablets, Fillers, Etc. CASCADE LAUNDRY DAVIS lt;£ NEVINS, PROPRIBTORS Fifteen Years' Experience We solicit a share of your patronage and guarantee our work to be First Class TELEPHONE 1425 WHATCOM MARYOTT SWIFT 8. B. POULTRY AND FISH MARKET Wholesale and Retail Dealers in Poultry, Poultry Supplies, Fresh and Cured Fish — Breeders of Buff Plymouth Rocks, Buff Leghorns, and Eggs in Season—Agents for Prairie State Incuba­tors and Brooders, Pacific Poultryman and Reliable Poultry Journal. 1757 Holly Street PHONE 1160 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 BOTH BLOCK B. A. WMZBON, M'g'r.. TELEPHONE 1114 Teachers, in their preparation for teach* *ing, will do well to in­clude a knowledge ot Business, as taught in?. fe a good Business Col-lege. Oar Course is Practical. Write for terms.. „ .. „ AVG. WILSON, Prop. Residence, 2404 P street, Whatcom, Wash. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page [xiv] ---------- BUSINESS DIRECTORY lt;GEO. C. FISHER, H. W. BATBMAN Notary Public BATEMAN FISHER Real Estate, General Insurance, Loans HOEHL BLOCK Telephone i o n WHATCOM, WASH. CENTRAL MARKET P E L L MARZ, P R O P S. 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. HI. S N O I CE FUNERAL DIRECTOR AND EMBALMER OA.tCI.j5i3SriD B L O CK MEATS ™°«"r" Fresh, Smoked and Salt TWO MARKETS NOL.TE BROS. -105% Holly St. Mast 80s Holly St. West Phone 861 Phone 981 ELK STREET COAL AND WOOD YARD T T S B £ 2r Roslyn and Blue Canyon Coal and Dry Fir Wood delivered to any part of the rity „ — —-, PHONE 1463 WHATCOM PACIFIC STEAM LAUNDRY ESTABLISHED 1889 F/RST-CLASS WORK GUARANTEED lt;UDNESS A ERHOLM. PROPS. TELEPHONE 1183 PHONE 1203 1215 R. R. AVE. J. C. PARKER BINDING AND PRINTING Work Carefully Done Prices Right Jteeord, Journal, Ledger, Time Books, Shingle Mill Blanks on Hand. Whatcom County Directory on Sale Here VtHATGOM. WASH. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page [xv] ---------- AD VERTISEMENTS Bellinghafli Bay Grocery Co. INCORPORATED: Largest Stock and Lowest Prices on the Bay ALL KINDS OF FRESH VEGETABLES AND FRUIT TELEPHONE 8X1 112B-1131 ELK ST. ~ ~ WHATCOM It's our Business to Please You We want you to feel at home here. If you want a stamp; to telephone; to see the direc­tory; to meet your friends, or wait for a car, come in. You won't be urged to buy. D E C H A M P L A I N GRAHAM The Owl Pharmacy Cor. Dock and Holly Sts. Phone 1481 A. Q. WlCKMAN The TAILOR 1345 HOLLY ST. WHATCOM, WASH. § THE MOST COMPLETE ASSORTMENT OF \ i LADIES FINE SHOES IN THE CITY ©. F\ RAYMOND $ MO BAST HOLLY STREET WHATCOM ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page [xvi] ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS lji$ iifca^ia ^^ ?i £ Good Things to Eat WE CATER TO THE APPETITE LUNCH GOODS Chicken Fricassee Boneless Chicken Boneless Turkey Chicken Pate Chicken Tamale Pate de Foie Gras Russian Caviar Sardines (20 varieties) Cheese (14 varieties) Fish (28 varieties) Olives Pim-olas Pickles (30 varieties) Lateness and Up-to-Dateness WILSON, NOBLES BARR ??. si TELEPHONE 881 120 HOLLY ST., EAST | * THE GAGE • DODSON CO. 1 SELL Standard Goods p Hart, Schaffner Marx Fine Clothing, "B Monarch Shirts, Perrin Dent's ^j I* Gloves, and High Grades of Men's M •J: Furnishings M | FISCHER BUILDING COR. DOCK AND HOLLY STS. | PRINTING * THat is Strictly Up-to-Date EDSON (EL IRISH l«Vtl Railroad Avenue ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page [xvii] ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS MODERN PTICS a £• 2T^*^ HAVE the latest approved scientific in- ^ U U struments for accurate Eye-testing. Our g| Optical Department is in charge of a thoroughly scientific Graduate Optician of years' experience. jyi We have successfully fitted over 8,000 pairs of --j glasses in Whatcom and adjoining counties during F| the past eight years. Testimonials furnished. $ I % WE HAVE THE ONLY | LENS GRINDING FACTORY NORTH OF SEATTLE L. L. BERENS, Graduate Optician BERENS JEWELRY ftND OPTlGftb HOUSE | 104 E. Holly St., Whatcom % ^SiSS^ SSu^ SSS^ ^Ii^^ H 5 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page [xviii] ---------- £E 6ARPETS THE A. B. C. D. o/=" /r Big Carpet Department Here is found everything new and desirable in Carpets, Rugs and all Floor Coverings. Come in and see what a won­derful showing there is. Prices always to make buying easy. B. B. Furniture Co. ^femlifrMfl^^ ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 March - Page [xix] ---------- A Business Suit If that's what you need, you should inspect our NEW SPRING LINE We are strong on 'em and will SAVE Y00 MONEY Can't be Beat Priced from $10to$18 THE RED FRONT WHATCOM Whatcom's Largest ClothiersPPPPP
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1902_0601 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page [ii] ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS THE SATISFACTORY STORE Your Credit is Good This Store is a branch of Washington's Largest Housefurnishing S
Show more1902_0601 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page [ii] ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS THE SATISFACTORY STORE Your Credit is Good This Store is a branch of Washington's Largest Housefurnishing Store, and we want you to call and get acquainted with OUR METHODS AND PRICES We carry the Best Line of Medium Priced Furniture and Carpets On the Bay. You are surely welcome whether looking or buying STANDARD FURNITURE CO. Railroad Ave. G. J. LISTMAN, Mgr. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page [iii] ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS J? I CENTRAL LIVERY STABLE / . / . LARSON, Prop. BOARDING, FEED AND SALE STABLES, WOOD AND COAL G U R N E Y AND H A C K S A T AIsIs HOURS. E X P R E S S AND D R A Y I NO 1321 ELK ST. MIMO, BLftKE HASKELL HARDWARE, TINNING *A#Q 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. Supply House 2ia WEST HOLLY STREET HARDWARE Crescent Bicycles, Lawn Tennis Supplies FARM. GARDEN AND FLOWER SEEDS Universal Steel Ranges and Stoves M KEEN KUTTER KUTLERY ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page [iv] ---------- PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY TELEPHONE 1711 RESIDENCE TELEPHONE IOBA CHAS. L. HOLT, M. D. Speelaltles: Diseases of the Eye, Eav, ftose and Throat Rooms i and 2 Fischer Block. Will visit patients at their homes. WHATCOM, WASH. BIRNEY 6\ GOODHEART Rooms I, 2 and 3, Red Front Building Office Telephone 814 Residence Telephone 813 Oftiee Telephone 281 Residensa Telephone 283 W. H. AXTELL PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Office Hours: n 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 A 17. PHONE 1713 A. MACRAE SMITH, M. D. TELEPHONE 1791 Office, Bed Front Building WHATCOM DR. FRANK J. VAN KIRK Practice Limited to EYE, EAR, NOSE AND THROAT RED FRONT BLOCK WHATCOM D*?- I. W. POWGLL Osteopathic Physician and Surgeon Office, Slade Building Phone 554 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page [v] ---------- PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY DR. J. C. MINTON DENTIST Rooms 9, 10 and 12 Office Phone 1283 Fischer Block Residence Phone 1223 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 785 DR. O. C. GILBERT DENTIST Oor. Dock and Holly - WHATCOM. WASH. D R . ©. B. R O S T ER OSTEOPATH ALL CHRONIC DISEASES A SPECIALTY Office Hours: 9 to 12 a. m., 1 to 5 p. m. Holly Block Telephone 784 CONSULTATION FREE DR. WILBUR N. HUNT Physician and Suvgeon OFFICE ROOMS A AND B, RED FRONT BL'K Telephone 2265 ARTISTIC FRAMING, STATIONERY. PHOTO SUPPLIES ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page [vi] ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS WM [S^MSi^SSMMS5^M^!^M^^! M^!SS^MMS^^ We can show you the very Latest Styles in SOFT AND STIFF HATS Suits and Shirts to Measure I 1 LOTHROP BROS. Artists in Photography ELEGANT DESIGNS IN MOUNTINGS Everything New and up-to-date in the Photographic Line PHONE 2AS3 flevellle Building, Dock Street WHATCOM PIANOS BY THE CAR LOAD LARGEST DEALERS ON THE BAY Cash or Easy Terms WILSON BRIGGS MUSIC CO. OQHATCOM, QQASH. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page [vii] ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS m THE LEADER U p - to - Dateness IN DRY GOODS MILLINERY LADIES' SUITS CLOAKS SKIRTS Our Millinery and Ladies' Ready-to- Wear Apparel Departments will be moved into our new, large Canoe St. Store, which connects with our Holly St. Store, which will give us the largest and best equipped Millinery and Suit Department north of Seattle, In fact there are few better ones there. THE LEADER THE GROWING STORE 204 HOLLY ST. 1309 CANOE ST. t ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page [viii] ---------- C O N T E N T S Greeting 2 Board of Editors 3 The Whatcom Normal {A poem) 4 Faculty 5 Alumni Notes Class of 1900 6 Class of 1901 7 Class of 1902 8 Seniors 9 Juniors H Literary Societies 14 Y. W. C. A 18 The Normal Senate 20 CecilianClub 21 Athletics 23 The W. S. N. S. Dictionary 27 Over the 'Phon 28 Smiles 31 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page [ix] ---------- ADVERTISEMETNS YOU CAN DO BETTER AT THE FAIR Whatcom's Department Store 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. The cost of living is some­what reduced when yoa boy yotff GROCERIES at THE FAIR WHATCOM'S RELIABLE STORE ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page [x] ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER PUBLISHED BY THE JUNIOR CLASS STATE NORMAL SCHOOL 'WHATCOM, WASH. A. D. MDCCCCII ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page [xi] ---------- 2 The Normal Messenger G R E E T I N G To THE FRIENDS OF THE WHATCOM STATE NORMAI, SCHOOI, : This is the first Junior Annual from our Normal. We hope that succeeding classes will be so encouraged by the kind reception which this issue receives that they will pub­lish an annual every year. In spite of trials, financially and otherwise, we have succeeded in sending forth this number, such as it is. We fully realize how inadequately it repre­sents our great Normal School, even though the school be but three years old. But be lenient in your criticism, that future classes may not be discouraged. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page 3 ---------- The Normal Messenger 3 B O A R D OF EDITORS Editor-in-Chief: MARY G. BIRD Assistant Editors: BELLE WILLIAMS GERTRUDE C. SMITH HARRIET BRAY EMMA K. GRUBER BEN F. HOVIES GRACE H. MANSFIELD GERTRUDE M. SMITH IDA IVERSON ADA MYERS ENZO LOOP Associate Editors: VERA MELGARD BESSIE M. DARLAND LOU DOBLER MARY PATRIC HELEN H. COLLINS ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page 4 ---------- 4 The Normal Messenger THe Whatcom Normal AIR : The Battle Cry of Freedom Oh, the wavering sunlight falls On thy gray and massive walls, Fair and majestic Whatcom Normal, But the light that thou dost spread Shall be burning when we're dead And thy rock walls are worn asunder. CHORUS : Hail, Whatcom Normal! blest be thy sway Light be thy struggles, joy be thy play,— For we hold a noble pride in thee, Pride enriched today, Guide of the guides of education ! There's a welcome on thy hillside Where sound ideals abide— Welcome for all of every station— Where the treasure of the wise, A free and common prize, Yields up its golden inspiration. Chorus: May thy influence expand Over all the sunset land, Bearing the torch of Education,— May the roses of thy power On each vale and hillside flower, A glory to us and to our nation. Chorus : —FRANK CARLETON TECK. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page [xii] ---------- | Make the Home | I Beautiful We are showing a big new line of PARLOR FURNISHINGS—pretty, odd pieces —CORNER CHAIRS, DIVANS, and dainty two and three piece sets. They are ready for you to see them. The line of COUCHES is one of the strongest features of this store. Big assortment is always shown. The new oak frames with all steel construction cost no more than the old kinds. Come in and let us show them to you. | B. 6. Furniture Co. | l§ EVERYTHING TO FURNISH A HOME 3 7iJlllUilUUitWiiiiUlUUlWUiUlWUJUWil ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - page [xiii] ---------- WE FIT YOU IF WE SELL YOU 0 If you're particular as to the "hang" of your clothes, it becomes imperative that you look into the doings of this store. See what we do in the art of fitting. To begin with, we show only such garments as are worthy of being talked about—decent, respectable and durable makes. If you're difficult to fit, we alter free of charge. If you're limited in purse, we rely on the im­mensity of our assortment. _ _ — ^ — — ^ — ^ — — — i — — — — • Suits and Overcoats from $JO.OO to $30.00 We keep in repair and press at any time, free of charge, all clothing sold by us. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Plate [b] ---------- VIEWS OF THE WHATCOM STATE NORMA!, SCHOOL ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Plate [c] ---------- VIEWS OF THE WHATCOM STATE NORMAL SCHOOL ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Plate [d] ---------- •-' lt;=;»- '• - gt;•••••• .• ^/»?l| i : ; ^ , ,^ •s?« •^™"^H"^"""™""» | '• ' - ' — • - "•-•- -•••'•• - a a ^ f e - ^ k :4,i mam.jZ~^^.l,..,^.^: .-; - - • • - -4 VIBWS FROM THE CAMPUS ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Plate [e] ---------- FACULTY— Mr. Romine, Mr. Forrest, Miss Baker, Miss Bratton, Miss Myers, Miss Harper, Miss Burt, Miss Earhart, Mr. Wilson, Miss Montgomery, Miss Wilson, Miss Hays, Dr. Mathes, Miss Tromanhauser, Mr. Eply, Mr. Bowman ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page 5 ---------- The Normal Messenger 5 F A C U L T Y 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 GRACE S. BURT, Vocal Music J. N. BOWMAN, History and German MISS H. J. TROMANHAUSER, Supervisor Training School MISS GERTUDE 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 .MISS MABEL ZOE WILSON, Librarian ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page 6 ---------- 6 The Normal Messenger ALUMNI NOTES CLASS OF 1900 Zah! Zah! Zeer\ We're right here! 1900 Pioneer ! What of our pioneers ? In their path of advancement, what has been their fortune? First, there is Ruth Pratt, our youngest, who decided to finish her course at the State University. Alas! Ruth has been entertain­ing a Doubt, and we more than suspect that she will soon become wedded to her Doubt and thus be our pioneer in the matrimonial field. Emma Mythaler began her career as near the Canadian border as possible—at Blaine. This year she has been "wielding the birch" at Ballard. Margaret Clark must have thought that Everett needed some pioneer work, for she has spent the two years teaching there. We only hope she is not often as late for school as she was for the commencement exercises. Her chum, Clara Norman, grew so rich in Everett last year, that she went to a Chicago art school last fall. Her artistic abililty has secured for her an instructorship in art at Kenilworth Hall, a girls' boarding school at Kenilworth, Illinois. She is our only pioneer who has ventured across the state boundary. Doubtless she will show the untutored of the Middle West what a Washington artist can do. Most pioneers find their task that of de­stroying the growth of years; but our Seat­tle pioneer, Hattie Thompson, begins at the other end: she trains the striplings ''in the way they should go." The training they re­ceive in her first Primary grade probably will not have to be undone. Whatcom fortunately, secured three of the class of 1900—Florence Griffith for a fourth grade, Pauline Jacobs for a first Primary, and Kate Schutt for the High school, after a year as assistant superintendent at Aberdeen. They are pleased to be near enough their Alma Mater to be able to visit it occasionally. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page 7 ---------- The Normal Messenger 7 CLASS OF 1901 The class of 1901 of the Whatcom Nor­mal with its nine and twenty members has proven itself to be a class of pedagogues—all with the exception of three or four having followed their chosen profession. Carrie Wilmore, Elnora Oertli, Edith Fouts and Mary McBride are teaching in Whatcom; Maude Woodin and Ethelyn Luce, in Fair-haven; Pearl Lee and Sarah Clark in Everett; Maude Drake, in Tacoma; Edith Burgess at Lookout; Ethel Siders, in Seattle; Allie Mul-doon at Kent; Pearl Galliher at Stanwood; Calla Monlux at Pulman; George Bright, Principal at Pe Ell; Emma Whitworth, at La Conner; Sadie Lewellen, at Granite Falls; Emma Ratcliffe, at Fir; C. H. Bowman at Cedar Home; Martin Korstad at Porter; Ada Shidler at Ferndale; Anna Iverson, in Olym-pia; Lilly Buckles on account of ill health was compelled to give up her school in Seat­tle and go to California; Thomas Korstad and Lillian Miller are attending the Univers­ity of Washington; Hattie Dellinger is at home in Whatcom ; Bessie Griggs is employed in dry goodsstore in Whatcom; Clarice Wit­ter and Gertrude Bell are married. Though widely scattered they are still bound together by the love they have for the Normal. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page 8 ---------- 8 The Normal Messenger C L A S S O F 1 9 02 CLASS OFFICERS. PRESIDENT ORSON CURREY VICE PRESIDENT JESSIE LAWRENCE SECRETARY MAY GII,I,IGAN TREASURER LAURA DOERRER SERGEANT-AT-ARMS AWCE NICHOLS The epigram, "Happy are the people whose annals are brief,"applies with special force to the class Nineteen Hundred Two. This class is composed of thirty-three members, none of whom have yet shown their innate possibil­ities of future greatness. They hold the school record in numbers, enthusiasm and athletics. The first class to graduate boasted of but eight members; the second twenty-nine, the third thirty-three. The Junior banner has really been trailed in the dust twice by the Senior basket-ball team,—and yet, with the modesty of great worth, they did not put "Champion" on their ball. The ultimate end of the members of this class cannot be foreseen, though persons hav­ing but the slightest knowledge of the class predict a great future. The faculty send out glowing accounts of their work and charac­ter. The unfailing regularity and famous punctuality of this class will ever be an ex­ample to their successors. The latter part of the school year has been saddened by the sickness and death of the class president, Orson Currey, who by his geniality and high scholarship had won the love and respect of the faculty and students. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page 9 ---------- The Normal Messenger 9 SENIORS Susie Arnett—"In duty, firm, composed, resigned." Violet Bourgett—"As merry as the day is long." Bessie Boyer—"We don't know why we love you, but we do-oo-oo." Blanche Charon—"There's such a charm in melancholy, I would not if I could be gay." Eva Comegys—"A very good piece of work I assure you and a merry." Edna Cochel—"She had an eye that would speak though her tongue were silent." Edith Church—"'Tis pleasant, sure to see one's name in print." Laura Doerrer—"Small, sweet, sensible." Eva Eckerson—'' She is wise, if I can judge.'' Alicenia Engle—"I dare do all that may become a senior; who dares do more is none." Estelle Fletcher—" The light heart brings sunshine into the day." May Gilligan—"Sighs and looks unutter­able things." Emma Greer—" Lightens our labor with her merry jests." Maud Hopkins, Ida McMillan—" These a comely pair, what's done by one the other has a share." Grace Huntoon—"She is witty to talk with, and pretty to walk with, and pleasant to think on." Jessie Lawrence—"A mighty player known throughout the land." Anna Legoe—"Learned and fair and good is she." Ella Lindstrom—" We grant although she has much wit she's very shy of using i t ." Thomas Monnett—"Blessings on thee, lit­tle man." Alice Nichols—"Silent as night." Eudora Oliver—" Soft voiced, like the little birds." ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page 10 ---------- 10 The Normal Messenger Minnie Penfield—"She sings as sweetly a a nightingale." Hattie Pratt—"The loveliest flower springs low." Annie Raymond—"A pensive,tender maid, downcast and shy." Thomas Slattery—"I'm very fond of the company of ladies." Gertrude Streator—"Sweet as a flower." Myrtle Stuver—" Her years are young but her experience old." Laura Sweet—"Too serene for mirth." Jennie Stalnaker—"When I said I wrould die a bachelor maid I did not think I would live till I were married." Myrtle Trott—"Two much gravity argues a shallow mind." ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page 11 ---------- The Normal Messenger 11 T H E JUNIORS CLASS OFFICERS FIRST SEMESTER President William Q. Osburn Vice President Lou Dobler Secretary and Treas.... Belle Williams SECOND SEMESTER President Enzo Loop Vice President Harriet Bray Secretary and Treas Belle Williams Early last summer when our principal realized what a great number of students were intending to enter school the following fall as Juniors, he ordered an annex larger even than the original building, and our Trustees granted it to him. The builders worked with greatest care and speed but could not complete the new building until April of this year. In the meantime the Juniors had arrived, organized, and chosen crimson as their class color. There were seventy-four Juniors. In all their classes they were compelled to recite in sections. No one room could accommodate them all. No one teacher could manage them all at one time, and when classes were pass­ing, the Juniors had almost complete posses­sion of the halls. Their enthusiasm and class spirit were remarkable. Visitors always asked, "Why is that bunch of students so happy?" And always came the answer,. " They are of the Junior class." They bad good reason for happiness. More than one Junior had received a mark of " Perfect" in the examinations given by Miss Myers! and even Professor Eply was at last forced to mark some chemistry Juniors "Per­fect " in examinations which he himself had prepared and given! In the training depart­ment, that terror of all terrors, the Juniors were noted for their intelligent and carera* work. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page 12 ---------- 12 The Normal Messenger But with all this, not one Junior became conceited. They felt happy and hopeful be­cause they knew every teacher was pleased with them and their work. They knew, too, that in their class were more boys than had ever before adorned either a Senior or Junior class. In the beginning they had seven, but Leonard Miller and William Osburn left school, no one knows why. Enzo Loop, Lucius Jones, Ben Korstad, Olaf Webb, and Ben Hovies were left, and these could not be coaxed away from their class by anything. This, then, is the Junior class, who realized that their school was old enough to send out an Annual, and who in the same class meet­ing determined to have one published this year. Their difficulties were many, and their spare moments few, but they have had fair success. They were brave enough to take the initiative, and have smoothed the path for succeeding Juniors. The year 1902 will ever be a memorable one in the history of our school, because of the first Junior Annual and the new annex. Future Juniors! We leave to you a pre­cious charge—the care of the Junior Annual. Treasure it well, for it is what any school needs, and especially this school. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page 14 ---------- 14 The Normal Messenger LITERARY SOCIETIES Each literary society has a large mem­bership, society work being compulsory. The inter-society contests in debate, oratory and declamation arouse enthusiasm and riv­alry. At the beginning of the year, some in­formal receptions were given by the different Societies as a welcome to new students; those entertained will long remember the pleasant afternoons. CHiuc This society was named after an Indian Chief. The name itself means "chief." The Chilics have tried to be worthy of their name. Parliamentary drills and Longfellow pro­grams have been interesting features of the year's work. There has been an effort to combine fun and work. Even the Philoma-thians have been drawn from their voluntary isolation to hear the debate on, "Resolved, That all Priscillas should do as the Priscilla did." Miss Myers, their critic, has been success-full her in efforts to help the members, and the Society owes much to her. Laura Sweet, the orator, represents the Society in the final. Alicenia Engle, debater, and Minnie Sapp, declaimer, were not fully appreciated by the contest judges. UTOPIAN During the first year the Utopians were proud to claim quite a number of the few young men as members. Why these after­wards deserted and formed a strictly mascu­line club is not known. But they have been very friendly to their old Society and help -when asked. The literary programs have been unique as well as instructive. Miss Tromanhauser's illustrated talk on "Famous Pictures" was a very interesting one. All members of the Society will look back on the social after- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page 15 ---------- The Normal Messenger 15 noons, and the remember delicious fudge and chocolate, with pleasure. Miss Harper, the critic, has done much for the club. Each of the three Utopian representatives has been successful, and they will appear in the finals. AURORA The name "Aurora" is sufficient to give the characteristics of the members of this Society. One of their most interesting pro­grams was " The Writers of the Evergreen State" The program committee for thecom-ing year have planned for the first program, the subject "Birds." Different birds areas-signed to different members of the Society, who are to make a careful study of their bird during vacation and be ready to report next fall. The contestants from the Aurora Society have been quite successful. Miss Anna Tem­ple, debater, has been triumphant in two debates and now goes to the final. Nellie Jones, declaimer, was successful in the first contest and should have gone to the final, but being a Junior, according to the rule debarring Seniors and Juniors, she was ex­cluded and the Philomathian representative was chosen in her stead. Josephine Snyder, orator, did well but was not a winner. PHILOMATHIAN DEBATING CLUB The Club has done much good work this year, especially in debate and oratory. They owe a great deal of their success to Dr. Bow­man, who has done what he could to help them. In the contests, Ernest O'Loughlin was given the honor of representing his club in the final declamatory. Glen Metsker might have been the debater in the final, but the judge's decision was a tie, he and the Utopian representative having an even number of points. The two then drew lots and Miss Knox was more successful than Mr. Metsker. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page 16 ---------- 16 The Normal Messenger Thomas Slattery, the orator, did well, but was not included in the judge's decision. ALCOTT The Alcott Society has been characterized by enthusiasm and earnestness on the part of the members, and by the amount of good, hard, faithful work they have accomplished. Among the best productions this year were a debate on "Woman's Suffrage" in which all the member's took part; a debate on, "Are All Classes of People Benefited by- Humor?" and several excellent descriptive papers. The talks given by'Miss Baker, the critic, have always been thoroughly appre­ciated. The new members were welcomed into the Society this year by a banquet given in the society room by the old members. It was greatly enjoyed by all present. Though the Alcott representatives did their best they were not successful in the con­tests. KULSHAN The Kulshan Klub received its name from the Indian name for Mt. Baker. The aim of the Society is to rise intellectually to that height to which Mt. Baker has risen physi­cally. The society paper is "The Crater.'r The socity critic is Prof. Eply. At the beginning of this year, old Kulshan exploded and both new and old members wandered about the scene of action with pencil and list and classified all the rocks, though those rocks and boulders seemed quite human. The Kulshan contestants did their best, but had sad luck. They were Anna Egge, de-claimer; Mary Bird, orator; and Belle Wil­liams, debater. Two days before the contest, Belle Williams was compelled to leave school because of ill­ness at home; Margaret Schneider was chosen in her stead and did remarkably well, her opponent winning by only a few points. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Plate [i] ---------- WINNERS OF FINALS IN 1901 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Plate [j] ---------- DEBATERS Alicenia Engle, Glen Metsker, Margaret Schneider, Mae Knox, Anna Temple (Winner of Final), Gertrude Qualey. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Plate [k] ---------- §18 |§Igl| ^BPS ms IP1IP9RI III iBBi ^^IP/U^* IF1 I'ifj H "•4. Hoi fflp^i '% ^ ^ DECLAIMERS Anna Egge, Ernest O'Laughlin, Minnie Sapp, Nellie Berg, Cassie Gifford, (Winner of Final), ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Plate [l] ---------- ORATORS Eudora Oliver, Laura Sweet, (Winner of Final). Myrtle Alexander, Thomas Slattery, Josephine ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page 17 ---------- The Normal Messenger 17 INTER-SOCIETY CONTESTS DEBATES Preliminary Debate, March 28 Resolved, That the British Empire is Superior to the United States From a Commercial Standpoint. Affirmative, Alicenia Engle Chilic Negative, Mae Knox Utopian Affirmative, Gertrude Qualey Alcott Negative, Mrs. Anna Temple Aurora Semi-Final Debate, May 9 Resolved, That the United States is Superior to the British Empire From a Military Standpoint. Affirmative, Margaret Schneider.. .Kulshan Negative, Mrs. Anna Temple Aurora Affirmative, Glen Metsker Philomathian Negative, Mae Knox.... Utopian Final Debate, June 9 Resolved, That the United States is a Greater World Factor than the British Empire. Affirmative May Knox Negative Mrs. Anna Temple ORATORY Preliminary Contest, April 18 Alcott Myrtle Alexander Aurora Josephine Snyder Chilic Laura Sweet Kulshan Mary Bird Philomathian Thomas Slattery Utopian Eudora Oliver Final Contest, June 9 Chilic Laura Sweet Utopian Eudora Oliver DECLAMATION Preliminary Contest, April 4 Alcott Nellie Berg Aurora Nellie Jones Chilic . Minnie Sapp Kulshan Anna Egge Philomathian Ernest O'Loughlin Utopian Cassie Gifford Final Contest, June 8 Philomathian Ernest O'Loughlin Utopian Cassie Gifford ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page 18 ---------- 18 The Normal Messenger Y . W. C. A. Y. W. C- A. OFFICERS President Beryl Shahan Vice President Cecilia Jacobs Secretary Mae Knox Treasurer Irene Huston On May 4, 1900, the work of the Young Women's Christian Association was presented to the students and an organization was effected. Miss Pauline Jacobs was the first President. The opening of the second year found the chapter with about seventy mem­bers and this number was greatly increased during the present year. Miss Maude Woodin was President for 1900-01; Miss Emma Gruber was President for the year 1901-02; and Miss Beryl Shahan was recently elected to that office for the coming year. The success of the work is largely due to the com­bined efforts of these officers, and the earn­estness and interest of the members. Weekly devotional meetings are held and often we are assisted in these by the teachers, or by persons outside the school who feel an interest in the work. Many helpful talks have been given. Besides these public meet­ings are often held in the churches of the Bay cities. At these times the pastors of the churches give short addresses. Last year a Bible study class was con­ducted by Miss Myers. The Testament was chosen for the course and weekly meetings were held. It is the endeavor of the chapter to pub­lish annually a small handbook containing valuable information concerning the school. This gives all students a welcome the first of the school year. The local work has been represented at Capitola, California, at the Summer Confer­ence for Young Women, every year since its organization. Our three delegates have been Miss Jacobs, Miss Gruber and Miss Shahan. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Plate [m] ---------- Y. W. C. A. OFFICERS BERYI, SHAHAN, Pres., MAE KNOX, Vice-Pres., CECELIA JACOBS, Treas., ELIZABETH HEUSTON, Sec. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page 19 ---------- The Normal Messenger 19 They have returned with such promising re­ports and so much enthusiasm that the whole work has been quickened. We have been greatly helped and encouraged by the visits of the Coast Secretaries for the years 1901 and 1902, Mrs. Allen and Miss Mabel K. Stafford. At present the girls are planning to fur­nish a room in which to hold their business and devotional meetings and which to have as a "home." A commodious room on the second floor has been set aside for this pur­pose. As to outside work, a great interest has been taken in Foreign Missions. The chapter has been supporting a little Hindoo girl for the past two years. Dr. Maud Allen, who gave a stirring talk on "Missions" had the care of the child until her death, a short time ago. In all probability a new charge of this sort will be assumed. Standing as the only purely religious organization of the school, the Y. W. C. A. endeavors to uphold high ideals and lend a helping hand wherever it is needed. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page 20 ---------- 20 The Normal Messenger T H E NORMAL S E N A TE SENATE OFFICERS PRESIDENT GRACE HUNTOON VICE PRESIDENT EMMA GRUBER SECRETARY MAY GHVUGAN TREASURER LAURA DOERRER HISTORIAN MARY BIRD SERGEANT-AT-ARMS HARRY SHEPARD The Normal Senate is composed of five members from each literary society, who adjust all matters of importance among student enterprises. The office of Historian carries with it the office of Editor-in-Chief, Normal Messenger for a year. The annual elections are held in May. At the recent election, the following were elected officers for next year: President David Eason Vice President Mae Knox Secretary Minnie Sapp Treasurer Ethel Everett Historian Glen Metsker Sergeant-at- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page 21 ---------- The Normal Messenger 21 C E C I L I A N CLUB "We, the members of this Club, do asso­ciate ourselves together in order to cultivate a taste for the best music, and to gain a bet­ter knowledge and a greater proficiency in its rendition." CLUB OFFICERS President Emma Gruber Vice President Bessie M. Lloyd Secretary Jessie Lawrence Treasurer Laura Sweet Custodians j Clara Downey ( Violet Morgan Grace Sylvia Burt Director CLUB MEMBERS FIRST SOPRANOS Ruby Gough Hjalma Stenvig Violet Morgan Ruby McAllister Myrl Hays Lena Dodd Carrie Masterson Nena Short Minnie Penfield Mabel Murphy Grace Huntoon Belle Williams Gertie Smith Anna Egge Clara Downie Lita Hildebrand Birdie Millican Irene Huston Bertha Korstad Lillian Wehrfritz Bessie Darland Emma Gruber SECOND SOPRANOS Adelaide Gordon Ethel Jones Pansy Freeman Ewa Eckerson Nellie Nattrass Beryl Shahan Elizabeth Huelsdonk Myrtle Trott Grace Dickey Jessie Lawrence Margaret Schneider Marian Sancomb Emily Dodd Vinnie Winchell Mollie Short Florence Mackey FIRST ALTOS Emma Dubuque Wavie Smith Edna Boyer Jessie Winger Nettie Smart Nellie Berg Allie Allen Estelle Norris Helen Whitney Lizzie Smith Nellie Cooper Annabel Nethery Stell Dodd Jessie Nichol Mary O'Loughlin Loretta O'Loughlin SECOND AI.TOS Bessie M. Lloyd Kristine Thomle Carrie Smidell Irene Smith Gertrude Smith Ida Stenvig Elsie Ware Laura Sweet Lou Dobler Edna Whitney Myrtle Alexander ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page 23 ---------- The Normal Messenger 23 A T H L E T I C S BASKET-BALL This is the first year that regular organiz­ations in athletics have been established. But we now boast of a Scientific Senior Team, the Champion Tyee Team, and teams repre­senting the under classes. At the beginning of the year the Seniors met the Juniors in an impromptu game and demonstrated their superiority gained through regular practice by a score of 2 to 0. Nothing daunted, the Juniors when more im­proved met them again and again the Seniors won with a score of 8 to 4. With these games the Seniors withdrew from the field pleading "Theses," and left the Juniors to meet the under classes. This the Junor Tyees did, and defeated each team in succession, coming out with a final score which literally eclipsed the ten points gained by the Seniors. Accordingly the happy Juniors wrote "Cham­pion " on their ball when they had their pic­ture taken,—much to the delight of the Seniors. The keen competition thus established this year bids fair to work up some good teams next year The name "Tyee" was found so appropri­ate for the Junior players that it was adopted. The Tyee club comprises all basket ball play­ers in the Junior Class, the officers of the class are also officers of the club. Mr. Forrest was chosen mascot and patron of the Tyees, while Mr. Wilson served in the same capacity for the Seniors. Though the Senior team were all small, their excellent playing made the big Tyees tremble sometimes. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page 24 ---------- 24 The Normal Messenger SENIOR LINE-UP Alicenia Engle ) Jessie Lawrence ) Guards Grace Huntoon Center Jennie Iffland ) Blanche Charon \ Forwards JUNIOR LINE-UP Margaret Schneider Center Maude Pendleton Effie Bates ) aiiurd* J Mary Bird Annabel Nethery f G u a r d s j Emma Gruber THIRD YEAR Ethel Everett (Capt.) | „ Ruby Gough \ Forwards Leah Lovejoy Center Elsa Schneider j G d May Williams j SECOND YEAR Cassie Gifford (Capt.) ) F o n y a r d s f Carrie Temple Jessie Jamieson f r o r w d m s j Marguerite Hodder Grace Willey Center Grace Dickey (Capt.) Violet Morgan ) m»«*c J lizzie Cooper Ethel Hauptly \ G u a r d s \ i r m a Whittier FIRST YEAR £ S5S(CapM} • • •F°™^ • • • j S3£ SSL. Anna Franzke Center Marian Sancomb (Capt.) Elizabeth Hnelsdonkl r , ] a r , j Lilly Smidell Mary Andrews / • • • • ^ u a r a s } E t h e l Nichols TENNIS The Tennis Club was organized this spring, under the direction of Miss Myers, with a membership roll of thirty. The grounds set aside for tennis were improved and games were begun with great enthusiasm. The court as it now stands is but a single court, but the Club intend making it a double court next fall. There are a number of good players who are expected to give some good games at the opening of school. The officers of the Club are: President Belle Williams Vice President Lou Dobler Secretary Vera Melgord Treasurer Harriet Bray ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Plate [p] ---------- TUNIOR B. B. TEAM—VERA MELGORD, BELLE WILLIAMS, (CAPT.,) MARY BIRD, ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page 25 ---------- The Normal Messenger 25 ATHLETIC CLUB President Enzo Loop Vice President Ben Hovies Secretary and Treasurer David Eason The Boys' Athletic Club has been working ever since the new gymnasium was completed, but as yet there have been no glorious reports of their achievements, nor will they submit to being photographed. TRACK TEAMS Glen Metsker Ben Korstad David Eason Arthur Robinson Pinkney White Enzo Loop Ritchie Everett Ernest O'Loughlin BASKET BALL TEAMS David Eason ) r , j Ritchie Everett Glen Metsker S'" •, j U a r a s ••••} Burton Doran Ernest O'Loughlin Center Ben Korstad Enzo Loop ) „ „Q „ J 0 / Pinkney White Arthur Robinson f * o r w a r a s \Ben Hovies BASE BALL NINE Ben Korstad (B. Manager) Ernest O'Loughlin (Capt.) David Eason Olaf Webb Sherrill Dewis Len Miller Burton Doran Glen Metsker Pinkney White Ritchie Everett ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page 27 ---------- The Normal Messenger 2T THE W. S. N. S. DICTIONARY A Thesis—Love's labor lost. Normal Boys—A species so rare it is impos­sible to give a definition. Normal Girls—A species impossible to describe because of their great variety and numbers. Psychological Aim—An indefinite article which students are always hunting for and never can find. Note Book—Some thing in which may be written all the things one ought to remem­ber and is sure to forget. Bulletin Board—An article watched with in­tense interest by the student bodjr and filled with notices which every one needs and no one remembers. Plans—A weariness to the flesh. The Laboratory—A place of disagreeable odor where unknowns abound and where it is wise to touch not, taste not, smell not, and handle with care. Normal Yell—A. concord of sweet sounds. Umbrella—An article indispensable to com­fort, periodically lost from the cloakroom, advertised in assembly and never found. School—A place which you come to with joy, leave with regret, and where you are said to pass the happiest days of your life. The Senate—The Senate is something of which we have heard much but seen nothing. Its distinguishing characteristic is that it causes tardiness to classes. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page 28 ---------- 28 The Normal Messenger OVER THE 'PHONE "Hello, who is t h i s ?" '' Esther ? Why, hello Esther!'' lt; lt; gt; gt; "What ? Not tell about the tree you and Ritchie brought clear from ' Initial Rock' to plant on Arbor Day ?" lt; lt; I jy "Nonsense. How would the good people know where to look for the ' King Richard' and ' Queen Esther' memorial if we didn't tell them t h a t it's t h a t small, scrawny little ever­green on the left side of the walk, just before you reach the turn ? " "Awfully sorry, dear, but I can't let you off this time." "Hello?" « lt; •? gt; gt; "Yes, this is the Josh Editor. lt; lt; gt; gt; "You want me not to print t h a t famous quotation, ' Do you remember that night on G-11-g-n's porch ?' Well, it's too good to keep." lt; lt; j gt; gt; "But most everybody knows it, anyway. Why, even Daniel Sully mentioned it when he played ' The Parish Priest.' " " Yes, I know, some things must be seen to be appreciated, but I'll take your word for it that you'r blushing. Sorry, but I must print it." " H!" Josh Editor—" That's all right, Central, just charge it up to 1811." "Hello?" "No, I don't recognize the voice." ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page 29 ---------- The Normal Messenger 29 "Vera? And you want a favor? Very well. I'll do anything for you that will not interfere with my professional duties, ahem." " Oh, but you own up to saying, ' I'm only eighteen and engaged ?' Well, Vera, an hon­est confession is good for the soul. " "Really, the girls who told me would never forgive me if I didn't put it in." lt; lt; p» "Awfully sorry you're vexed with me, my dear, but the moral is obvious. If you will be engaged, don't tell anybody about it. Good­bye." 1' Hello! Whom have I the honor of address­ing now?" " Glen Roy, is it ? " "Anything in the Annual about you ? " "Well, I don't know, but I think there's nothing but your face." "Oh, don't let that worry you. I heard some one who was looking at the plate say that he could not see any boy in the picture. They were all girls." lt; lt; •? gt; gt; "I'm awfully sorry to disappoint you, but I guess you'll have to bow to the inevitable. You know we gave you "honorable mention" in a previous number." "Good-bye." "Hello?" "Why—well—yes, we have several about your cap and curls." ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page 30 ---------- 30 The Normal Messenger "You will give us four about Miss Ear-hart, two about Mrs. Ruggles, and one real funny one about Miss Harper if we cut out those we have about your curls ? " • lt; _ _ _ _ ________ __ ii " Well, really, Dr. Bowman, we can't. But we won't say anything about the numerous ice-creams you ate the night of the trolley party. Sorry we can't further oblige you." lt; lt; gt;i "Good-bye." "Hello?" « lt; i gt; "Is that you Belle?" "What! We are not to have any jokes whatever on Miss Tromanhauser ? " lt; lt; ________ ii "Yes, I knew she didn't like that 'Lad Who Didn't Dare and the Wonderful Woman,' in the April number. But, Belle, we axt Jun­iors, ." lt; lt; #i "Oh, you think that's why you were only given 'A' in your last quarter's teaching? lt; lt; ____ _________ _____ ______ ii "Well, t h a t ' s too bad. I know you deserved double'A'. n ii "Well, all right. Too bad some people can't take a joke. Hate to leave them out too." • lt; i gt; "Good-bye." ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page 31 ---------- The Normal Messenger 31 *' S M I L E S " NOTICE IN LABORATORY " Who steals my purse steals trash 'Tis empty, worthless. But he who steals from me my test-tube Takes that which may enrich him But gives me 0 in chemistry." Prof. E.—" Miss S., I have five unexcused absences against you." Miss S.—"I have the excuses." Prof. E.—" That is fortunate for you, it might be still more fortunate if you would hand them in." Normal Student at Hospital (to nurse)— "When may we call to see Miss Worthen?" Nurse—"Are you her mother?" Normal Student (meekly)—"No martn." Prof. W. (holding Fiske in his hand and pounding him with his glasses)—"Do you see the significance?" He turns and writes on the blackboard "Sign-if-i-can-ce." Prof.E.—"Name the properties ofnitrogen." Miss B.—"It is invisible." Prof. E.—" How do you know ? " Miss B.—" Because I have never seen it." Mr. M-s-k (rushing down the aisle of the auditorium at the lecture and presenting a fraction of a collar button to one of the normal students)—"Is this yours?" The young lady takes it and so bewitches him with her smile that he never knew when she dropped it in his side pocket. Miss C. (slipping cookies under her napkin at the boarding house table)—"In time of plenty prepare for want." Student (just after final exam.)—"I want to thank you Professor, for I am indebted to you for all I know about this subject. " Professor—" Don't mention such a trifle, Miss S-m-h." Slattery, '02 (hunting for an encyclopedia to some students)—"I wish I could find that *D' encyclopedia." What did he mean ? We hear Miss H. Whitney has engaged the services of a "Cook" and has stopped batching. One young lady was heard to remark that when she had finished her course in the " L a b " she felt she could appreciate Dante's "Inferno." ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page 32 ---------- 32 The Normal Messenger The approved and most expeditious route to the " L a b " is via the noiseless, dustless, and convenient road N. E. B. (northeast ban­nister). Mr. Eply's favorite phrase seems to be, "If you don't want free transportation to the other world, you'd better be careful with these chemicals. A crash, a burst of flame and a chorus of excited voices shouting, "What happened to Jones?" Mr. Eply — "Who left his 'spoon' in the ' hood' yesterday ? " But the dear, coy girls only smiled. First Girl—"May I borrow your 'police­m a n ? ' " Second Girl—"Certainly, he's only an ' old stick,' anyway. " Ben Korstad ought to get good marks in chemistry, for he has worked with the only "Smart" girl in the laboratory. Teacher—"I want your names in alpha­betical order." (A little later.) "Are there any more Jays ? " (J's.) This equation was written by one "anxi­ously waiting" in the "practice-teacher's room:" Two hrs. in the Laboratory, plus 100 c. cm. suspense in Training School library plus a cold sweat, equals "calling down "plus 40 weeks more practice work plus doubtful results. Mr. Korstad (watching the phosphide rings curl up into the air) " I can do as well as that with no apparatus except an old pipe." Teacher—"Mr. Webb, where is Mr. Hin-man this week?" Miss Smith (standing near)—" Oh, he's gone to Everett and will be back tomorrow ! ! ! ? ? ?" Some one asked the other day why the symbol "H2 0 " was seen all over certain note books in the Laboratory. Well, you see his initials are H. 0. and Gertie thinks if she puts 2 after the H that people won't get onto it. Heard at the first corner in the Lab. as Miss Dobler makes an excuse to meander toward the end of the second row: "Today she wanders back again "—sung softly. Mr. Webb, standing in the midst of a ter­rific explosion, when asked what caused it,, calmly replied,''Litmus paper!!!" ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page 33 ---------- The Normal Messenger 33 Miss Wms. (speaking of rowing)—" I've owned a scull for fifteen years." Mr. Romine —"I always did wonder how old you are and now I know." Poor Hinman! Its hard on a fellow when, in snatching a few brief moments in a tete-a-tete at the first corner in the " Lab," to hear that impressive voice of authority calling across the room, ''Mr. Hinman, you are wasting too much gas." The editor-in-chief and the members of the staff who enjoyed the Robinson Crusoe esca­pade over inDeepwater bay for two days and a night will publish shortly, papers on their adventures over there, the first of which will appear in one of the prominent monthlies. They may be persuaded to lecture in this country if routes can be arranged which will not conflict with Miss Stone's. It was noticed a t the Junior's reception at the Falls t h a t the Faculty bonfire smouldered a long time before it burned up, but when it did, the heat was intense, with few sparks. The Junior fire blazed up quickly with a great deal of crackling and snapping, with still • fewer sparks than the Faculty fire, but it lit up the scene. But in a quiet little corner the Senior fire burned quietly and peacefully for a while and then the whole thing went up in a shower of sparks. Such is life. What happened to Jones when the general arrangement committee went to the lake, the day before the Junior trolley party? Poor Jones! He did want to show Miss Smith that he could row, for though not of an ath­letic build, nevertheless his athletic intentions were good. The committee then took a boat ride and the peaceable inhabitants at the lake were astonished at the peculiar gyrations of the boat. It was going around in a circle in a most distressing manner. Thinking help was needed, they came to the rescue and found poor Jones rowing for his life, the hon­est sweat pouring from his brow; while Miss Williams and Mr. Loop were helping (?) and Miss Smith sat in the bow singing a t the top of her voice, blissfully receiving a soaking from the oars of poor Jones. But it was all explained by the peculiar method in which Loop and Wms. rowed. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page 34 ---------- 34 The Normal Messenger Mr. Romine—"You young ladies are tardy." Miss Melgord—"There is no bell in the 'gym,' so we didn't know how late it was. Mr. Romine—" Well, there should be a bell, instead of many belles." Dr. Bowman recently made this astonish­ing, yet historically correct statement to his General History class: "Nelson saved the day by looking through his telescope with his blind eye a t the admiral's signals." A bright Junior on the car, who was to pay the fares, murmured when the conductor vainly held out his hand for about five min­utes and finally jerked out "fares please:" "Beg your pardon, I thought you were an ordinary man." "Music in "three flats" may be heard every evening at 316 Laurel. The inspiring strains are furnished by the Muckilteo or­chestra. A different program and a different set of instruments each evening. The win­dows are generally closed. The Muckilteos intend furnishing some classical numbers in assembly next year. From the laboratory of another school comes this account of an experiment: "It has been found that potassium iodide (K. I.) unites with sulphur (S), under pressure, with the following result: KI plus 2S equals Kiss. Care should be taken to perform this experi­ment in the dark as some of the materials are explosive and the reaction is violent." Miss Worthen, rubbing ammonia on her head,—"Oh Mr. Eply, a piece of glass flew up in the air and came down on my head and exploded." I t is just mean, the way the girls get Mr. Webb to almost blow his nose off in identify­ing an odor for them. Miss Greer (when informed of the Junior trolley party,)—" What on, the car?" Mumps broke out in the Senior class and when investigations were made, it was found that they originated with a fair maid who had been exposed through his letter! She is now recovering. Mr. J. (on the car to Smith)—" You call me Lucius and I'll call you delicious." ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page 35 ---------- The Normal Messenger 35 Miss Myers unconsciously made a pun, when, being asked by a Senior what one of Shakespeare's plays should be studied next, solemnly replied, "As You Like It." First Student (in a whisper to her neighbor) —"Isn't Miss Blank 'batty ? ' " Professor— "Louder, please, perhaps you are right." First Girl—"Well, I hope to make a teacher some-time." Miss Wh-t-n-y—"I shall be con­tent to become a Cook." A young and foolish maiden married a Dutchman thinking she would become a Duchess! Teacher (in Training School)—" Give me a proverb." Pupil—"All is not gold that glit­ters." Teacher—"Very good. Now give me an illustration." Pupil—"The Senior class-pins." It has been noticed that Grace Huntoon invariably sings her sweetest songs in the key of "D." There's magic in a name, isn't there?" Dr. Mathes (in Sociology)—" Yes, it was formerly believed among some savage tribes that people could not go to heaven unless they had been married." One young lady re­marked that she guessed her chances for Heaven were pretty slim." "Well, I don't know about you, said Miss Greer," but it looks as though mine were." German as She is Spoke at the Normal— "Bittle, machen die Fenster geshut;" "like­wise " the German class was startled to hear one of their members translate a certain phrase as " I t s all off with me." Mr. R-m-n—"Bowman got to the mirror first, and he took such a long time at the curlingtongs that I didn't get a chance a t it." Hostess—"Butthere wereno curlingtongs in that room." Mr. R-m-n—"Oh. then he must have carried his own." Prof.E. (inScience.)—"Some animals such as the rat, beaver, squirrel, rabbit, etc., must gnaw to keep their teeth from growing too long." Miss W.—"What do horses gnaw for?" Prof. E— "They are probably hun-grv." (Whisper in the rear of the room.) " I s that why F. L. gnaws lead pencils? " ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page 36 ---------- 36 The Normal Messenger Miss G.—"What was Prof. F. smiling at just now?" Miss E.—At me, of-course. He often does that. Lots of people ask if he is my daughter." Allie—"I don't deny I think 'pine' and 'White' is the prettiest combination." "Miss Wms. (in Latin class)—"The stem is da; now Mr. Swanberg, will you construct the imperfect tense?" Mr. Swanberg, after deep thought, impressively: "D-a-m." Scene on the road to "Beaver obstruction." [Enter R. Ben K-rst-d.] Miss Nichols—"A fool! a fool! I met a fool i' the forest! A motley fool! " [Exit Mr. K-rst-d hurriedly.] Do you wonder? To Miss Dobler.—Next time you feel in­spired to rise from your chair in English, class, previously ascertain whether or not your watch-chain has been sureptitiously united to the curtain string and thereby avoid unpleasant and embarassing complications. Pin-k-y (at Beaver Dam, to the obstinate girl.)—"Come, let us take your picture." She—"Not on your life." He—"No, on the plate." Sonny Jones has a house and lot which he offered either to Bess or Dot. If it takes 280 girls to attract 35 boys up the hill to the Normal, what can one girl do ? SENIOR'S SOULOQUY Methinks I now am through with all my worry ; I have my Thesis written—my note books in— And that one great and soul exasperating thing Which haunts me night and day— Drives me from the tennis court, the gym, the "Munsey," And sends me heavy-hearted to my room, There to chew my pencil, tear my hair, and sob out wretched things— My "ESSAY FOR MISS MYERS"—aye, that's the haunting dread. In all these years, I've written twenty-three—and yet—I am alive ! So hard to please, I ne'er before have seen one. She e'en objects to blots, bad spelling, and poor-phrasing— My last one's in—'Tis over now— This everlasting dread of what the day will bring. ' My dress has come, and my new ties are very pretty-sure. My hat, they say, is one vast dream. Begone, ye wretched troubles! Get thee hence ! I will away to my beloved chums— And we together will go to town And each there spend ten cents at Knox's. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Plate [q] ---------- „•-. ta«p*«rt iifcfcM- ;- ^^^^^^^^^Ell tfi ^ ™ P -I| 13 gt;^ LB-JI'' L*.. cr^HI^CTwPl ._, ^^^^Bfi- ^ OFFICES OF SUPERVISOR OF TRAINING SCHOOL ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Plate [r] ---------- OFFICES OF THE PRINCIPAL ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Plate [s] ---------- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page [xvii] ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS THE GLOBE CLOTHING Co. DAN MoCUSH, M'G'R Headquarters for MEN'S and BOY'S CLOTHING FURNISHINGS, HATS S CAPS Grand View Block Holly Street FORCE The New The Food Breakfast Cereal that is A0 Food LOOK OUT FOR THE CARD WHICH, WITH FIVE CENTS ENTITLES YOU TO A 17c PACKAGE OF FORCE, AT KORTHAUER CO. Groeers StO W. HOLLY ST. PHONE 2 SB I Present Your Card Early ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page [xviii] ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS f WHEN SCHOOL IS OUT "Put a Kodak in your pocket," For a Kodak doubles the pleas­ure of your vacation. 90 cents to as high as you want to go. COLL/NS A CO. Druggists and Kodak Folks ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page [xix] ---------- ADVERISMEENTS ©rajS jaEISI0ISISI@ISiaiSISI@I@I3J5IB[Si0ISr[QMSM3M@J3IBIi J. N. SELBY CO. SCHOOL SUPPLIES, BOOKS, STATIONERY W E HAVE T H E BEST PHONE 1784 - 1244 HOLLY STREET ggI3jgi311I@I0lEysjaiJiJSIlISiai3JaS13MSI3MSISIMiISMSISI5MiS HEGG the Photographer Views, Picture Frames and -Easels at Reasonable Prices Telephone 1155 . . . . 1255 Elk Street BELLINGHAM BAY PUBLIC LIBRARY Corner Dock and Magnolia streets. Open daily, except Sunday, from 2 to 6 p. m., and 7 to 10 P. M. MRS. C. T. CANFIELD, Secy. MRS. E. W. PURDY, Pres't. ®I3iafaMai3Mai@JSM213raMSIM0EM3ISMSMSJ3I@ISISM@/SI@® Not in it! We mean the Rut of Photography. But everything New and Artistic, and j | Strictly up to date. M fa GENUINE PLATINDM ART PORTRAITS CALL AND SEE THEM The Kirkpatricfc Studio sarss5™*^****5" PHONE 1606 ^"-^ f i ; .'.20?3f K| O L L Y 8T- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page [xx] ---------- BUSINESS DIRECTORY Larson's Music § Store D. J. MCARTHUR, Notary Public H. D. MCARTHUR D. J . M c A R T H U R SON Real Estate, Loan, Insurance and Rental Agents B L ,K STREET WHATOOM SHERMAN'S tfO HOLLY ST. W. PHONE 1204 Full Line Magazines, Bound Novels, Pictorial Papers AND FANCY STATIONERY CASCADE LAUNDRY W. H. DAVIS, PROPRIMTOR Fifteen Years' Experience We solicit a share of your patronage and guarantee our work to be First Class TELEPHONE 1423 WHATCOM MARYOTT A SWIFT 8. B. POULTRY AND FISH MARKET Wholesale and Retail Dealers in Poultry, Poultry Supplies, Fresh and Cured Fish — Breeders of Buff Plymouth Rocks, Buff Leghorns, and Eggs in Season—Agents for Prairie State Incuba­tors and Brooders, Pacific Poultryman and Reliable Poultry Journal. 1757 Holly Street PHONE 116G WHATCOM HELLO! CENTRAL! GIVE ME COX BROS.' LIVERY PHONE 1401 "The Singer is Best" Needles and S\ipplies 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 B. A. WMZBON, M'g'r. TELEPHONE 1114 Teachers, in their preparation for teach­i n g , will do well to in­clude a knowledge of Business, as taught in _ _ a good Business Col­lege. Ovr Coarse is Practical. Write for terms.. „ _ AUG. WILSON, Prop. Residence, 2404 F street, Whatcom, Wash. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page [xxi] ---------- 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 FELL S HARZ, 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. K. S N O I CE FUNERAL DIRECTOR AND EMBALMER 0^%.X£I gt;J»LXTZ3 B L O CK MEATS WHOLESALE ANO RETAIL Fresh, Smoked and Salt TWO MARKETS NOL.TE BROS. zog% Holly St. East 803 Holly St. West Phone 861 Phone 981 ELK STREET COAL AND WOOD YARD T r g t g A Sm Roslyn and Blue Canyon Coal and Dry Fir Wood delivered to any part of the city M ~ PHONE 1463 WHATCOM PACIFIC STEAM LAUNDRY ESTABLISHED 1889 FIRST-CLASS WORK GUARANTEED UDNESS A ERHOLM. PROPS. TELEPHONE 1183 PRINTING * THat is Strictly Up-to-Date EDSON (EX IRISH 1311 R a i l r o a d A v e n ue ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 June - Page [xxii] ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS Bellingham Bay Grocery Co. INCORPORATED Largest Stock and Lowest Prices on the Bay ALI, KINDS OF FRESH VEGETABLES AND FRUIT TELEPHONE eat _ ,,,-r-, _ ~ ~ _ ^ . ^ . 112S-1131 ELK ST. WHATCOM It's our Business to Please you ^M\W'\ We want you to feel at home here. • F=^ If you want a stamp; to telephone; • L to see the directory; to meet your ^ » I friends; to wait for a car, or get a glass of our delicious Cream Soda, come in. You won't be urged to buy. DECHAMPLAIN . GRAHAM The Owl Pharmacy Cor. Dock and Holly Sts. Phone 1481 A. Q. WlCKMAN The TAILOR 1346 HOLLY ST. WHATCOM, WASH. § THE MOST COMPLETE ASSORTMENT OF \ \ LADIES \ FINE \ SHOES \ I IN THE CITY J 5 O. 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- 1902_0901 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Cover ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER Whatcom, Washington Quarterly September, 1902 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Page [i] ---------- MORSE PROBABLY KEEPS IT PHONE, OFFICE 241 PHONE, STORE 251 Morse Hardware Co. Cooking Utensi
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1902_0901 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Cover ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER Whatcom, Washington Quarterly September, 1902 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Page [i] ---
Show more1902_0901 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Cover ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER Whatcom, Washington Quarterly September, 1902 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Page [i] ---------- MORSE PROBABLY KEEPS IT PHONE, OFFICE 241 PHONE, STORE 251 Morse Hardware Co. Cooking Utensils, Stoves and Ranges. GYMNASIUM SUPPLIES AND SPORTING GOODS Sell em low, send and get more 1033 AND 1039 ELK STREET GR0CERIES When Goods or Prices are not Satisfactory, Please Return Same and Money will be Refunded Byron Grocery Co. 114 West Holly Street - Telephone 2001 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Page [ii] ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS THE SATISFACTORY STORE We Make Happy Homes Your Credit Is Good We Make Happy Homes If You Are in Need of Any Thing To Beautif y the Home Give us a call and get our Prices. We carry | the Best Line of Medium Priced | Furniture, Carpets, Draperies and | House Furnishing Goods In the | City. 3 Goods Sold On Easy Payments You are Welcome Whether Look- j§ mg or Buying. STANDARD FURNITURE CO. G.J.LISTMAN,Mgr. Canoe Street Near Holly. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Page [iii] ---------- 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, BLAKE 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. Supply House 218 WEST HOLLY STREET HARDWARE Sporting Goods, Guns and Ammunition Finest Display of CARVING SETS in the City Agency, White Sewing Machines and Universal Stoves and Ranges ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Page [iv] ---------- PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY TELEPHONE 1711 RESIDENCE TELEPHONE 1094 CHAS. L. HOLT, M. D. Speeialties: Diseases of the Eye, Ear, nose and Throat Rooms 1 and 2 Fischer Block. Will visit patients at their homes. WHATCOM, WASH. BIRNEY GOODHEART Rooms 1, 2 and 3, Red Front Building Office Telephone 814 Residence Telephone 813 Ottiee Telephone 281 Residence 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 A 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. I. W. POWGLL Osteopathic Physician and Surgeon Office, Slade Building Phone 554 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Page [v] ---------- PROFESSIONAL DIRECTORY DR. J. C. MINTON DENTIST Rooms 9, 10 and 12 Office Phone 1283 Fischer Block Residence Phone 1223 DR. C. A. DARLING DENTIST Rooms 18 and 19 Fischer Block, Corner Dock and Holly Streets, PHONE 1315. "WHATCOM, WASH. DR. P. 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 7B5 DR. O. C. G I L B E RT DENTIST Cor. Dock and Holly - WHATCOM, WASH. D R . G. E. R O S T ER OSTEOPATH ALL CHRONIC DISEASES A SPECIALTY Office Hours: 9 to 12 a. m., 1 to 5 p. m. Holly Block Telephone 784 CONSULTATION FREE DR. WILBUR N. HUNT Physician and Suvgeon OFFICE ROOMS A AND B, RED FRONT BI/K Telephone 2265 ARTISTIC FRAMINQ, STATIONERY, PHOTO SUPPLIES ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Page [vi] ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS We can show you the very Latest Styles in SOFT AND STIFF HATS Suits and Shirts to Measure HATCH (EL DICftEY HABERDASHERS HOLLY RAILROAD AVE. All the Latest and Host Correct Styles In PHOTOGRAPHY Are to be found at LOTHROR BROS. Our Motto: Not How Cheap But How Good We Can Make a Picture. Dock St., Whatcom Pianos by Car Load. Largest Dealers in, the West BRIGGS' ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Page [vii] ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS THE LEADER STUDENTS ARE CORDIALLY IN­VITED TO MAKE THIS STORE HEADQUARTERS — a place to meet friends, wait for the cars, your down-home, so to speak. YOU'RE ALWAYS WELCOME. VISIT THE NEW Suit and Millinery Departments Located in one of the new Canoe St. rooms. Elegant New Fall Garments are be­ing shown, NEW Suits CloaKs Waists SKirts Trimmed. Hats Every Department is showing NEW FALL GOODS About October ist we will open a New Depart­ment of LADIES' and CHILDREN'S SHOES in one of the Canoe street rooms, also a Stock of HOUSE FURNISHINGS. THE LEADER -WW%*^%*W+W%, lt; ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Page [viii] ---------- The Normal Messenger C O N T E N T S Announcements 3 Entrance Examinations 4 Editorial 5 Resignation of Dr. Graves 6 Resignations 6 New members of the Faculty T Faculty 7 Class of 1902 9 General News 9 F A C U L T Y 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 ADA HOGLE, Drawing MISS FRANCES HAYS, Reading and Physical Culture A. P. ROMINE, Biological Sciences MISS AVANELLE COLEMAN, 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 MISS MABEL ZOE WILSON, Librarian ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Page [ix] ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS YOU CAN DO BETTER AT THE FAIR Whatcom's Department Store The Largest Assortment of Silks, Silk Waists, Dress Goods, Tailor Made Stiits, Millinery In the City of Whatcom One of the Largest and most up = to - date Shoe Stocks in the State. The cost of living is some­what reduced when yot* buy yotw GROCERIES at THE FAIR WHATCOM'S RELIABLE STORE ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Page [3] ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER SEPTEMBER, 1902 ANNOUNCEMENTS The fourth annual session of the Whatcom State Normal School will convene at 10 o'clock, Wednesday morning, September 3, 1902. The opening exercises will be held in the auditorium and the public generally is in­vited. The address upon the occasion will be delivered by Miss Mittie U. Myers, who occupies the chair of English in the Normal School. Other numbers of the program will consist of music and announcements con­cerning the work of the new year. The offices of the school will be open a t 9 o'clock, Wednesday morning, for the registra­tion of students. Old students are urged to register early, and it is hoped each one will make special effort to give all new students a cordial reception to the institution. After registration each new student should present himself or herself, to some member of the committee upon course of study, and be class­ified for regular work. The committee on course of study consists of Prof. Washington Wilson, Miss Mittie U. Myers, Miss H. J. Tromanhauser, and Prin­cipal E. T. Mathes. Each new student immediately after class­ification should provide himself with a copy of his daily program and familiarize himself with the various departments of the build­ings, so that he will know exactly when, where and to whom his classes will recite. The regular daily program will be printed and a copy placed in the hands of every stu­dent. With this information all students can easily ascertain the lines of work offered for the semester, and all old students can readily arrange their work in accordance with the course of study they are following. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Page 4 ---------- 4 The Normal Messenger The members of the faculty will devote Wednesday afternoon to meeting the students and assisting them in becoming acquainted -with the work of the institution. On Thursday morning at 9 o'clock there will be a general meeting of faculty and stu­dents in the auditorium, at which time full announcements concerning the daily work will be made. A list of boarding places may be found at the office, and any students who have not already made their arrangements for the year can easily do so by consulting this list of ac­commodations. A list of rooms which can be secured for light housekeeping is also a t hand for any who wish such accommodations. All students who desire to have some one meet them when they arrive in Whatcom should notify the Principal of the exact train or steamboat upon which they will reach the city. This is necessary as there are several boats and trains daily between Whatcom and Seattle. The young ladies of the Y. W. C. A. have made ample arrangements to meet all students as they arrive and it will be a pleas­ure for them to render this service. The officers of the Y. W. C. A. have pub­lished a very neat year book which contains much valuable information concerning the work of the Normal school as well as the work of the association. Copies of this year book are being mailed to all new students. The young ladies are also planning to es­tablish a Bureau of Information to be operated in the Normal building during the first week of school. ENTRANCE EXAMINATIONS On Tuesday afternoon, September 2nd, at 2 o'clock entrance examinations will be con­ducted for any students who wish to enter the institution by examination in the com­mon branches. Examinations may also be taken by any who wish to secure advanced standing in this manner; or any old students who desire to complete any unfinished work of the past year may present themselves for examination at this time. Persons wishing to take examinations at a later date should report to the Principal. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Page 5 ---------- The Normal Messenger 5 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) _ T i t t . r a r v E D I T H CHURCH, '02 / Literary HELEN WHITNEY. '05 } ,„„„, ENZO LOOP, '03 J I - o c al MINNIE 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, Nor mal School. All business matter to the Business Managers Whatcom, Wash. Entered at the Whatcom Postoffice as second class matter. VOL. III. SEPTEMBER, 1902 No. 4 The work of the past year is completed. Examinations are over, records are made, certificates and diplomas have been issued and teachers and students have scattered all along the Pacific coast to enjoy a period of rest and recreation. A review of the year just closed suggests many reasons for encourage­ment. While the school worked under many disadvantages in the way of accommoda­tions, these were happily removed before the year closed and all were given opportunity to enjoy the work of the school in its new and enlarged accommodations. But these material improvements were only one feature of growth and development. It is a source of much encouragement to the faculty that there has been a gradual growth in the in­tellectual standards of the institution. The past year witnessed a marked increase in the number of students admitted to advanced standing in the school. With these higher at­tainments in scholarship has come a more definite aim on the part of each student. This has enabled a more thorough classifica- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Page 6 ---------- 6 The Normal Messenger tion of the students, and has made possible a higher degree of professional training. It is hoped therefore that these evidences of development may be manifest again in the student-body of the new year. If every student will then enter the institution with a fixed purpose to complete a definite amount of work in one of the courses of study, it will prove a great blessing, not only to himself, but to the institution as well. It will make possible a better organization of the work, and enable the Principal to utilize better the forces of the school. RESIGNATION OF DR. GRAVES It is with much regret that the friends of the Normal School have read of the resigna­tion of Dr. Frank P. Graves from the presi­dency of the State University. Since the or­ganization of the Normal School, Dr. Graves has always been one of its most loyal friends, and his occasional visits have always been much appreciated. RESIGNATIONS It is with much regret that we announce the resignations of Miss Laurel Harper and Miss Grace S. Burt from our faculty. Miss Harper has occupied the chair of drawing in our school during the past two years, and by her quiet manner, her warm sympathy and her devotion to her work has won the esteem and admiration of all who know her. Miss Burt has occupied the chair of vocal music and physical culture for the past year, and although she came to fill the engagement of another teacher she has done her work thoroughly and well, and her work as a :soloist can not well be too highly com­mended. Miss Harper will not teach during the coming year. Miss Burt has accepted a posi­tion as supervisor of music in the public schools of Somersworth, N. H., where she will be near relatives and old friends. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Page 7 ---------- The Normal Messenger 7 NEW MEMBERS OF THE FACULTY At the annual meeting of the Board of Trustees in June Miss Ada Hogle of Emporia, Kansas, was elected to organize the work in manual training. Miss Hogle is a graduate and a post-graduate of the Kansas State Normal school. She has also attended Em­poria College for one year, and the Massa­chusetts Normal Art School in Boston for one year since her graduation. Her experi­ence covers work as teacher of Latin and drawing in High school; as art instructor in Emporia college, and as drawing teacher in three summer sessions of the Kansas State Normal school, and as assistant in manual training in the same institution for one year. Owing to the resignation of Miss Harper, Miss Hogle will have charge of the work in drawing in connection with the manual train­ing during the coming year. Miss Avanelle Coleman of Winona, Minn., has recently been selected to take charge of the work in vocal music and assist in physi­cal culture. Miss Coleman is a graduate of the Winona State Normal School, and has completed a graduate course in music in the Thomas Normal Training School in Detroit. She has assisted in teaching music in the Winona Normal School for three years and comes very highly recommended by President Millspaugh of that institution, by Dr. Irwin Shepherd, secretary of the N. E. A., and by Mrs. Emma Thomas of Detroit. FACULTY Dr. J. N. Bowman is spending August in California. Dr. E. T. Mathes with his family spent the month of July in rest and recreation on beau­tiful Lake Chelan. Prof. Washington Wilson has passed his vacation with his family in Berkley, Cal., where his daughter attends the University of California. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Page 8 ---------- 8 The Normal Messenger Miss Mittie U. Myers has enjoyed a visit t o Los Angeles and to her home in Reno, Nevada, since leaving in June. Miss Frances Hays has spent a good por­tion of the summer entertaining her cousin, Miss Coman, who is professor of history in Wellesley College, Massachusetts. They also enjoyed a month's camping on Waldron Island. Miss Ida Baker has been resting and en­tertaining friends at her home in the city. Miss Catherine Montgomery has divided her time among friends at Chelalis, Seattle and Whatcom. Miss Gertrude Earhart has passed a quiet summer with relatives at Duluth, Minn. Miss Cora F. Bratton has spent vacation with her brother, Prof. W. F. Bratton of Whitman College, Walla Walla. Prof. F. W. Eply and family camped for several weeks at Baker Lake. They also en­joyed an extended visit from Prof. Mitchell, an old college friend of Mr. Eply's. Prof. A. P. Romine has passed his entire vacation in the city. Miss Henrietta J. Tromanhauser has en­joyed a quiet summer with friends in Tacoma. Miss Nellie A. Cooper, the Principal's sec­retary, had charge of the office during Dr. Mathes' absence. Miss Mabel Zoe Wilson has devoted her entire summer to her work in the library with the result that the books are now all catalogued and arranged ready for use ac­cording to the card catalogue system. The library presents a very neat and an attractive appearance in its new arrangement. Prof. J. T. Forrest has taken several short trips into the country during the summer, but the new son, John, Jr., has prevented any of the trips from being very long or very close together. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Page 9 ---------- The Normal Messenger 9 Miss Grace S. Burt has passed her vacation at her home in Detroit, Mich. Miss Laurel M. Harper, who was called to the death bed of her mother in June, has re­mained at her home in Milford, Mich., during vacation. Her mother died July 3rd, after an illness of several months. CLASS OF 1902 The members of the class of 1902 are located for the coming year as follows: Miss Susie Arnett, Mt. Vernon; Miss Bes­sie Boyer, McMillan; Miss Ethel Chamber­lain, near Tacoma; Miss. Eva Comegys, Sno­homish; Miss Edna Cochel, Lynden; Miss Edith Church, Renton; Miss Laura Doerrer, Friday Harbor; Miss Evva Eckerson, What­com; Miss Alicenia Engle, Seattle; Miss Estelle Fletcher, Port Gamble; Miss May Gilligan, Fir; Miss Maude Hopkins, Ballard; Miss Jessie Lawrence in High School, Castle Rock; Thomas L. Monnett, Principal at Fri­day Harbor; Miss Alice Nichols, Everett; Miss Eudora Oliver, Port Townsend; Miss Minnie Penfield, Lookout; Miss Hattie Pratt, Whatcom; Miss Annie Raymond, Granite Falls; Miss Gertrude Streator, Seattle; Miss Laura Sweet, Ballard; Mrs. Jennie Stalnaker, Ballard; Miss Myrtle Trott, Seattle. Miss Anna Leque was married, June 16th, to Rev. O. J. Ordal of this city. Mr. Thos. Slattery will not teach, and the remaining members of the class have not reported their plans for the new vear. GENERAL NEWS. C. H. Bowman, '01, has resigned the Prin-cipalship of the Cedar Home Schools, to en­ter Whitworth College, Tacoma. Martin Korstad, '01, will remain at Por­ter, Wash., another year, and his brother ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Page 10 ---------- 10 The Normal Messenger Thomas will continue his work at the State University. Miss Carrie Macintosh has been re-elected at Waterville. Miss Maude Woodin, '01, has resigned her position in Fairhaven and has taken up her residence with her parents in Anacortes. Miss Jessie Havens of Florence, has resigned her position and will re-enter the Normal School this fall. Miss Carrie Wilmore, '01, has resigned her position in the Whatcom Schools to accept a position in the schools of Seattle. Miss Ada Shidler, '01, continues at Fern-dale. Miss Bessie Griggs, '01, will teach in Blaine next year. Miss Mary McBride, '01, is spending her vacation in Berkeley, California. She will teach again next year in Whatcom. Miss Luella Whittaker is spending her va­cation in California. Miss Louise Baker has resigned her posi­tion in Port Townsend to teach elsewhere. Albert Whitcomb has been teaching in Shuwah, Clallam county, during vacation. He will return for next year. Arthur Mabr\r is working in the canneries at Blaine during vacation. Miss Florence Mackey has been enjoying her summer with her sister, Mrs. C. B. Bux­ton, on Orcas Island. Miss Pearl Lee, '01, has been re-elected in Everett. Miss Allie Muldoon, '01, has been elected to a position in Seattle. Miss Emma Ratcliffe, '01, has been re­elected Principal at Fir. Miss Edith Burgess, '01, has accepted a primary position in Stanwood. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Page 11 ---------- The Normal Messenger 11 Geo. R. Bright, '01, has been re-elected at Pe Ell, and was asked to select teachers to £11 two vacancies in his schools. Miss Sadie Lewellen, '01, resigned her position in Granite Falls to take a place in the Whatcom City schools. Miss Margaret Clark, '00, has asked for a leave of absence for one year from the Everett schools. Miss Ruth Pratt, '00, graduated from the State University in June. Miss Blanche Judkins will teach in Blaine the coming year. Miss Elsie Moore begins her third year in Kent this fall. Miss Alice Kellogg will re-enter the Nor­mal this fall. Miss Bertha Korstad is head bookkeeper in a large laundry in Seattle. Miss Mildred Reid is working in the Seat­tle telephone exchange. Fred D. Eason has been working during vacation with a surveying party in the Mt. Baker country. He will return to school. J. J. Kaufman is clerking in a store in Aberdeen. Miss Pearl Peime will soon close her school near Friday Harbor and return to the Normal School. Miss Emma Dubuque will teach in Castle Rock this coming year. Miss Maude Everett has been teaching for several months near Lake Whatcom. Miss Esther Talmadge has been elected to a position in the Port Townsend schools. Mrs. Cora F. Dunn has engaged to teach near Laurel. Miss Alice Jenkins will teach in Rome next year. This Rome is only seven miles from Whatcom. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Page 12 ---------- 12 The Normal Messenger Miss Carrie Masterson, who was com­pelled to leave school on account of ill-health, last year, will return in September. Miss Elsie Ware has been teaching during vacation at Blyn, Clallam county. Mr. L. P. White, President of our Board of Trustees, was called East early in August by the illness and death of his father, who was an old and respected citizen of West Virginia. Prof. Romine has devoted considerable time during vacation to the arrangement of the material in the museum, which now pre­sents a much improved appearance. Prof. Eply has thoroughly overhauled the physical laboratory and prepared much new work for the incoming classes. Our janitor has worked faithfully during the past two months with all weapons and utensils necessan' to cleanse the building thoroughly. It now presents a very neat and inviting appearance. More than three hundred cords of wood have been placed near the entrance to the boiler room within the past few weeks. We intend to keep warm. Miss Elsie Masterson, last June, lost her mother after a long illness. Miss Elsie will return to school in September. Miss Ida Pillman has given up her position in the Everett City schools to enter the Sen­ior Class this fall. Miss Sara Peterson has been teaching for the past year on Lopez Island. Miss Pansy Freeman will teach in Ballard next year. Miss Grace Hardy has been teaching a large school near Kent during the past year. Miss Aliwesa Kennedy will continue her work in Edmonds. Miss Cecilia Zeigweid will teach in Burl­ington next year. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Page 13 ---------- The Normal Messenger 13 Miss Calla Monlux, '01, has accepted a position in Colfax for next year. Several students who attended the Normal School during the first year, but who have been teaching since, will enter school again this fall. Dr. Bowman attended the institute at Port Townsend, August 4-8th. Miss Frances Lane attended the summer school in Seattle during vacation. Miss Harriet Bray will teach in Seattle this year. Miss Emma Gruber will enter school again in September and take up the work of the Senior year. Miss Beryl Shahan, President of the Y. W. C. A., has devoted much of her summer to the publication of the Y. W. C. A. year book. Miss Ethel Worthen still suffers from her fall from a bicycle last May, but she expects to be able to enter school in September. Miss Sarah J. Rogers has resigned her position as superintendent of the city schools, at Helena, Montana, and will enter Stanford University next September for special work. Miss Rogers was supervisor of our training department during the first year of our his­tory as a school. Mrs. Jane Connell Hellier has been spend­ing her summer in Chicago. Her home is in Camp Hill, Ala. Mr. Charles Henrici who attended the Normal School during the first year commit­ted suicide in Chicago a few days ago. He was suffering from temporary insanity at the time the act was committed. His brother and sister witnessed the terrible deed. Enzo Loop is having a hard time deciding whether to teach school or enter the senior class. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Page 14 ---------- 14 The Normal Messenger Miss Gertrude Streator has spent her sum­mer in Whatcom. Miss Virginia Westfall has moved to Cal­ifornia. Miss Mary Anderson spent her vacation in the country on a farm. Miss Marie Osby has been re-elected at Cedar Home. Miss Emma Whitworth will teach at Prairie, next year. Misses Baker and Montgomery of the fac­ulty, have each taken a homestead in the eastern part of Skagit county during the summer. Several hundred new volumes have been purchased for the library and more than a hundred magazines, journals and newspapers have been ordered for the reading tables. Nearly two thousand copies of the Normal School Catalogue have been mailed during the past few weeks, and the indications are that the attendance this coming year will be gratifying to all concerned. Seven new houses have been erected within one block of the Normal campus since the close of school in June, and this is but indica­tive of the growth all over our c i ty Not less than four hundred homes have been built in Whatcom this summer. Miss Jessie White is spending August in California visiting friends. Miss Ida Hogard was married, August 11th, to Mr. Ralph Cameron of Fairhaven. Miss Bessie M. Lloyd has been spending the summer in Whatcom. Miss Florence Griffith, '00, will teach in Anacortes next year. Miss Blanche Charon, '02, has recently been elected to a position in Everett. Miss Laura Hibbs will teach at Trafton during the fall months. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Page ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS THE GLOBE CLOTHING Co. DAN McCUSH, M'G'R Headquarters for MEN'S and BOY'S CLOTHING FURNISHINGS, HATS CAPS Grand View Block Holly Street ^^mm»^m^im^^^mmiesmmmsmmg^sgssm^ W. W. WYATT, Pres. H. J. KORTHAUER, Sec. and Treas E. E. FOLU3TT, Vice-Pres. WHOLESALE AND RETAIL PHONE MAIN 38 216 WEST HOLLY ST. mmmmmmmBHrnommmm ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Page [xi] ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS NORMAL STUDENTS 4,000.00 IN PRIZES If you took any pictures during vacation ask Dr. Mathes for a Contest Circular. It will tell you how you can make some easy money. You've got two months left yet. COLLINS lt; CO. Druggists and Kodak Folks A CAMPING OUT PARTY Should provide themselves with the best foods be­fore leaving home, as a camping out ground isn't a place to secure such high grade groceries, canned goods and delicacies as you will find in our high grade stock of foods. For camping, picnics, yacht­ing parties, fishing excursions, prospecting and mining secure your palatable, nourishing and choice foods at IRELAND TELEPHONE GOI lt;* PANCOAST HOLLY AND E STREETS ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Page [xiii] ---------- ADVERTISMENTS J. N. SELBY CO. I SCHOOL, SUPPLIES, BOOKS, STATIONERY WE HAVE THE BEST |j Come and See Us if j | PHONE J784 - /244t HOLLY STREET |] @iiMI2liMi!ISfi!MS^ HEGG the Photographer Views, Picture Frames and Easels At Reasonable Prices Telephone 1155 - - - 1355 Elk Street BELLINGHAM BAT PDBLIG LIBRARY Corner Dock and Magnolia streets. Open daily, except Sunday, from 2 to 6 p. m., and 7 to to p. 11. MRS. C. T. CANFIELD, Secy. MRS. E. W. PTJRDY, Pres't. r fBMjaic!i@isM!afai0i@iai3i3iaiaf^isi3isjei@isiBJSi3i3isisis/sis® JUST A HfNUTE Of course you want some Photo­graphs and the best are none too good for you. i See that the name . . . K1RKPATRICK . . . Is on them. Ij GENUINE PLATINUMS 1 j^ifgigi^ifaMfiangpiijUBM ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Page [xii] ---------- BUSINESS DIRECTORY PIANO's Larson's Music S Store D. J. MCARTHUR, Notary Public H. D. MCARTHUR D. J. M c A R T H U R SON Real Estate, Loan, Insurance and Rental Agents E L K S T R E E T WHATOOU SHERMAN'S IIO HOLLY ST. W~ PHONE 1204 A Great Variety of Composition Books and Tablets FANCY STATIONERY CASCADE LAUNDRY W. H. DAVIS, PROPRIETOR Fifteen Years' Experience We solicit a share of your patronage and guarantee our work to be First Class TELEPHONE 142S WHATCOM 8. B. POULTRY AND FISH MARKET M'RlormrT Wholesale and Retail Dealers in Poultry, Poultry Supplies, Fresh and Cured Fish — Breeders of Buff Plymouth Rocks, Buff Leghorns, and Eggs in Season—Agents for Prairie State Incuba­tors and Brooders, Pacific Poultryman and Reliable Poultry Journal. J 1757 Holly Street PHONE If66 WHATCOM HELLO! CENTRAL! GIVE ME COX BROS.' LIVERY PHONE 1401 Kindly Tell Him You Saw His Ad In THE MESSENGER NORTHWEST Teachers in their _^ preparation for teach- B USINESS ** ^ " ^ w*"t o i n ; elude a knowledge of C^OZLZLE.C1 E Busmess« as taught in a good Business Col­lege. Oar Course is Practical. Write for terms.. AUG. WILSON, Prop. Residence, 2404 F street, Whatcom, Wash. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Page [xiv] ---------- BUSINESS DIRECTORY GEO. C. FISHER, H. W. BATBMAN Notary Public BATEMAN FISHER Real Estate, General Insurance, Loans ROEHL BLOCK Telephone i o n WHATCOM, WASH. CENTRAL MARKET F E L L MARZ, PROPS. WHOLESALE AND RETAIL DEALERS IN Beef, Pork, Veal, Eutton and Lamb SHIPPING SUPPLIED Salt Meats, Game in Season MEATS Elk St., near R. I. Morse . . . . Whatcom, Wash. ra. S N O I CE FUNERAL DIRECTOR AND EMBALMER Ojft.PCLA.3STI3 B L O CK WHOLESALE AND RETAIL Fresh, Smoked and Salt TWO MARKETS NOLTE BROS. io£% Holly St. Mast 80s Holly St. West Phone 861 Phone 981 ELK STREET COAL AND WOOD YARD r r g g £ £m Roslyn and Blue Canyon Coal and Dry Fir Wood delivered to any part of the "; lt;y M—• PHONE 1463 WHATCOM PACIFIC STEAM LAUNDRY ESTABLISHED 1889 FIRST-CLASS WORK GUARANTEED UDNESS A ERHOLM. PROPS. TELEPHONE 1183 PRINTING * THat is Strictly Up-to-Date EDSON ®L IRISH 1311 R.ailroad A v e n ue ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Page [xv] ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS Bellingham Bay Grocery Co. INCORPORATED Largest Stock and Lowest Prices on the Bay ALI, KINDS OF FRESH VEGETABLES AND FRUIT TELEPHONE 8Z1 _ _ ,.,,•»•» - ^ — . ^ » , 1126-1131 ELK ST. WHATCOM LWAYS j At Your Service DECHAMPLAIN GRAHAM The Owl Pharmacy Cor. Dock and Holly Sts. Phone 1481 A. Q. WlCKMAN The TAILOR 1346 HOLLY ST. WHATCOM, WASH. I THE MOST COMPLETE ASSORTMENT OF | \ LADIES' \ FINE \ SHOES \ I IN THE CITY J I G. F\ RAYMOND f J HO EAST HOLLY STREET WHATCOM V ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Page [xvi] ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS LADIES: We make a specialty of The Best Things te Eat And handle a line of Fancy Lunch Goods seldom found outside of the largest cities. QUICK SERVICE Lateness and Up-to-Dateness 114 HOLLY ST., EAST TWO PHONES, 801 881 WILSON, NOBLES BARR I THE GAGE • DODSON CO.! I SELL Standard Goods J ip % | Hart, Schaffner Marx Fine Clothing, | | Monarch Shirts, Perrin Dent's | | Gloves, and High Grades of Men's ^j ^ Furnishings $ I FISCHER BUILDING COR. DOCK AND HOLLY STS. % rltQISJiiMiaiaiia^ T H E til BARK 6F WHATG6MI L gt; P. WHITE CO. I TRANSACTS A GENERAL BANKING " AND EXCHANGE BUSINESS YOUR ACCOUNT SOLICITED E{ LIGHTHOUSE BLOCK WHATCOM M ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 September - Page [xvii] ---------- ADVERTISEMENTS MODERN OPTICS WE HAVE the latest approved scientific in- struments for accurate Eye-testing. Our Optical Department is in charge of a thoroughly scientific Graduate Optician of years' experience. We have successfully fitted over 8,000 pairs of glasses in Whatcom and adjoining counties during the past eight years. Testimonials furnished. NOTICE! To those whom we have fitted with Glasses we suggest that you have your Eyes re-examined before taking up your year's work. It may save you a great deal of inconvenience and ~ eye strain. We will be pleased to make this ex- amination and advise you without charge. BERENS JEWELRY AND 0PTICAL HOUSE, 104 E. Holly St., WhatcomPPPPP
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Show more1902_1101 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER NOVEMBER 1902 Monthly WHATCOM WASHINGTON ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- M TELEPHONES S J , OFFICE, MAIN 25 STORE, MAIN 24 jg 2 - ' • * * * * — ik f MORSE HARDWARE CO. I » • 5 £ WHOLESALE AND RETAIL j|j 2 * m * * Cooking Utensils, Stoves | 5 and Ranges £ * * 2 * 2 * 2 * ifk ^ * Gymnasium Supplies (2J* Sporting Goods tf » of all kinds. Sell 'em low, send and $ «S get more. * 2 * 2 * J 1025 AND 1039 ELK STREET * * WHATCOM * m iti ! GROCERIES I *»« "—: • • •' —i ——• • • •^• • •-• • • •J• • •-• • • •—•: • • •—• • • *** • m * m • * J WHEN GOODS OR PRICES ARE jg * NOT SATISFACTORY, PLEASE * * RETURN SAME AND MONEY * jj WILL BE REFUNDED Jtjtjtjtj* g » * I I * * | Byron Grocery Co* | I I * 114 WEST HOLLY PHONE MAIN 200 £ $ * ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- TRY Sfte LEADER For tH» n*w*st »ntf latest •tyl«a in Dry Goods Dress Goods Trimmings Kid Gloves Ladies' Apparel Ladies' Suits Skirts Gloves Furs Waists and Wrappers 5HOES Our Shoe Department will soon be complete, and will contain a splendid assortment of Indies' Misses' and Children's Fine Shoes. Nobby, new styles at popular prices. Books and Stationery A new department, containing the late copyrighted books, tablets and papeteries. THE LEADER Canom and Holly StrmmU ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- Residence Lots HE undersigned corporation owns most of the unoccupied residence lots in the vicinity of the State Normal. This district is growing very rapidly and the property in this locality is steadily advancing in value. Our residence lots that we placed on the market a year ago at $450.00 are now sold at $500.00. Our remaining building sites range from $500 to $700 for a lot 55 x 125 feet Our terms are one-fourth cash, balance in semi-an­nual or quarterly payments, extending over a period of two years. A slight discount will be allowed for cash and more extended terms will be granted in instances where the purchaser will enter into a contract to build at once. For detail Information, apply to Land Dept B. B. Imp. Co. BOOKS! AT SHERMAN'S HO W E S T HOUL.YST. Late Works of Fiction $1.25 Standard Works 15c and upward. Beautiful Line of Xmas Papetries Iflunro, filake $ paskell Hardware, Tinning and Plumbing «£ Hot Water and Steam Heating Manufacturers of Buckeye Separators and Cone Strainers. Sole AwntsforBridge, Beach Co.'s Steel Ranges and Stoves. Myer's Pumps, and all kinds of Sheet Metal work. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- Whatcom Dental Parlors DR. R. I/TOROOK SHANKLIN, Manager The Highest Grade Dental Work at Reasonable Prices. Examination Free. PHONE RED 525 CLOVER BLOCK BlRNEY GOODHEART Rooms t, 2 and 3, Red Front Bldg Office 'Phone Main 2231 Residence 'Phone 3281 Office Telephone Main 2061 Residence Telephone Main 3061 W. H. AXTELL PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Office Hours: 11 to 12 a. m., 2 to 5 p. m. PIKE BLOCK—Cor. Elk and Holly WHATCOM, WASH. DR. S. 1ST. K E L LY R E D F R O N T BTJirXUNQ-Rooms 17,18,19 and 20 Office Telephone Main 2141 Residence Telephone Main 3141 W. D. KIRKPATRICK, M. D. ADDIE F. KIRKPATRICK, M. D. Rooms 16 and 17, Fisher Block 'Phones—Residence, Red 441 —Office, Red 44 A. MACRAE SMITH, M. D. Telephone Red 521 Office, Red Front Building WHATCOM, WASH. FRANK J. VAN KIRK, M. D, Practice Limited to EYE, EAR, NOSE AND THROAT CLOVER BLOCK WHATCOM, WASH. DR. L W. POWELL OSTEOPATHIC PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Office, Hannah Block 'Phones—Residence, Black 671 —Office, Red 64 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- DR. J. C. MINTON DENTIST Rooms 9,10 12, Fisher Blk Residence Phone Black 685 Cor. Dock and Holly Office Phone Red 268 DR. C. A. DARLING DENTIST Rooms 18 and 19 Fisher Block Corner Dock and Holly Streets PHONE BLACK 275 WHATCOM, WASH. DR. F. J. GEOGHEGAN DENTIST Rooms 4 and 5, Red Front Block Telephone Red 831 WHATCOM, WASH. MODERN DENTAL PARLORS DR. O. C. GILBERT, MANAGER Hollv Block 11 0 8 W e s t H o l 1y s t r e e t nouy mock j 1305 j ^ s t r^.t pj,^ B l a c k W71 ALL WORK GUARANTEED DR. G. E. FOSTER OSTEOPATH ALL CHRONIC DISEASES A SPECIALTY Office Hours: 9 to 12 a. m., 1 to 5 p. m. Holly Block 'PHONES—Office, Red 1874 —Residence, Red 82 CONSULTATION FREE DR. WILBUR N. HUNT Physician and Surgeon OFFICE 'Phones—Office, Black 835 Rooms A and B, Red Front Blk —Residence Red 122 Office 'Phone, Red 471 Residence 'Phone Red 694 CHAS. L. HOLT, M. D. Specialties: Diseases of the Eye, Ear Note and Throat Rooms 1 and 2 Fisher Block Will visit patients at their homes WHATCOM, WASH. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- Our Styles are Correct Prices are Right Everything Strictly Up'tO'Date . HOttr Mr* #.*.Atr£ . Jill the Latest and Most Correct ...Styles in... PHOTOGRAPHY are to be found at LOTHROP BROS. OUR MOTTO—"Not how cheap, but how good we can make a picture." DOCK ST., WHATCOM Pianos by -the­nar £oad The Largest Dealers in the West BRIGGS' PIANO MUSIC CO. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- Best Clothes for Men nOT best because we say so nor because we sell them but proven best by rigid test of wear of thousands of particu­lar men for twenty years past This is the label that marks the best P e r f e c t i o n of fit, style and workman­ship equalled only by high-class eastern tail­ors, and prices no higher than the ordinary ready-to-wear clothes. Suits and Overcoats $15 to $25 All garments properly fit­ted and kept in repair free of charge. Send for fash­ion booklet showing cor­rect styles for all occasi­ons, mailed free. COX OVERLOOK CO. Hannah Blk., 211 B. Holly ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- FACULTY EDWARD T. MATHES, Pricipal, History and Pedagogy JOHN T. FORREST, Mathematics FRANCIS W. EPLY, Physical Sciences WASHINGTON WILSON, Psychology and Peda­gogy Miss MITTIE U. MYERS, English EDWIN N. STONE, Latin MISS ADA HOGLE, Drawing MISS FRANCES HAYS, Reading and Physical Culture A. P. ROMINE, Bilogical Sciences MISS AVANELLE COLEMAN, Vocal Music J. N. BOWMAN, History and German MISSH. 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. BARER, English and Mathematics Miss MABEL ZOE WILSON, Librarian ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- STATE NORMAL SCHOOL WHATCOM WASHINGTON IS beautifully located be­tween the cities of What­com and Fairhaven ; pop­ulation of the two cities, 20,000; cities have all the modern conveniences ; electric cars run within one block of the campus : : : Offers Three Regular Courses- Advanced elective courses; Special courses in methods; Courses in manual training; Review courses. Prominent F e a t u r e s - Catalogued library; large museum; Physical, chemical, biological laboratories; Stereoptican and darkrooms; Gymnasium, dressing rooms, baths: Manual training department: Large training school, well conducted; harge and beautiful auditorium. A d m i s s i o n and E x p e n s e s - Second semester opens February 2,1903; Students enter at any time; Board and room costs |3.50 to $4.00 per week; Self boarding costs $6.00 to $10.00 a month ; No tuition; library fee $10— gt;£ returnable; Text books are loaned free. CATALOGUE FREE CORRESPONDENCE INVITED Edward T. MatHes Principal ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- FACULTY EDWARD T. MATHES, Pricipal, History and Pedagogy JOHN T. FORREST, Mathematics FRANCIS W. EPLY, Physical Sciences WASHINGTON WILSON, Psychology and Peda­gogy MISS MITTIE U. MYERS, English EDWIN N. STONE, Latin MISS ADA HOGLE, Drarving Miss FRANCES HAYS, Reading and Physical Culture A. P. ROMINE, Bilogical Sciences Miss AVANELLE COLEMAN, 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 Miss MABEL ZOE WILSON, Librarian ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- Dormal Messenger NOVEMBER J902 FROM THE FAR AWAY PHILLIPINES Extracts from a letter received by Prof. Forrest, September 17, from Robert Vaile, Delores, Abra, Phillipines Dolores, Abra, July 28, 1902. My Dear Mr. Forrest:— This ought to reach you about the time that you are beginning another school year and I am wondering where you are and how you are getting along. I have had no late news from Whatcom, since even the last let­ters I have from home are dated June 1st, so I have no way of knowing what if any chan­ges were made in Washington this summer. Was there very much of a mix-up through­out the state? It was only by accident that I saw a reference to 'Governor McBride* but I have seen nothing of John R. Rogers' death or retirement. This fall sees another election of a legislature, does it not, but not one for governor ? School work goes about the same as last year, save that I have the foundation I tried to lay then to work upon, and we have our quota now of books and materials to work with. Of course the children are using just as little English as ever among themselves and they have by no means gotten away from their old notions of studying aloud when I am not in the room. The native teachers are sup-so wrong to me to let them even have a chance posed to help as much as they can but it seems ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- to spread their as yet quite imperfect knowl­edge of English that I take upon myself prac­tically all of the teaching that is done to the hundred odd children who are coming regu­larly. The best ones, about fifteen years old, are reading in the second reader and are work­ing in short division. The youngest ones have a chart and some attempt at number work. In my school for adults there are the three young men of the town who are interested in such things, my 'maestro' and two clerks in the 'presidencia' or town hall, and two older men who want to learn but have not the appli­cation and the ability, to make any headway at all. These all know a little Spanish but there are besides several young women who know now more English than they do Spanish, I think. Now that I have become as acclimated and as accustomed to the conditions here as I have, I get along very well in my living and work and play. I have with me a case of condensed milk, a case of canned salmon, another of canned oatmeal, a twenty-five pound can of sugar and another of flour, and a few extras, all purchased from the civil commissary store at prices only slightly above those you pay. Then I can buy all the eggs at six cents a doz­en, young chickens cost less than five cents apiece, rice is abundant and cheap, and bana­nas and pineapples and cocoanuts and lemons, and a little later, papayas are plentiful. The thatched roof of the house in which I am living has been repaired so that it holds, or rather sheds all the water that falls, and there is a lot of it, so really I am quite comfortably off. I have enough reading and writing to do to occupy all of my spare time so I have come not to mind in the least not seeing a white face for weeks at a time. I am draw^ ing a hundred dollars a month, which means two hundred and thirty-five Mexican dollars just now, with fifteen dollars a month extra for night school, three times a week. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- As to the political situation I think that the people in this vicinity at least are beginning to accept the present order of things as a matter of course and are con­tent. They are still very bitter indeed to­wards the friars and are going so far as to say that religion is only good for those who are still savages. Very sincerely yours, ROBERT B. VAILE. NEW LITERARY ORGANIZATIONS PARTHENON A new line of society work has been insti­tuted in school and has taken form in an inde­pendent club whose whole organization and system is carried on by the students. The on­ly faculty requirements are that the student must have shown himself to be an earnest, active, and energetic member of the clubs of last year. These when excused and recom­mended by their respective critics are eligible to membership in the independent club. A number of the above class of students have effectually accomplished its organization and the club now flourishes as the Parthenon, meeting each Saturday evening at the Normal. From the nature of the meaning of the name, the club stands as the highest ideal in active participation in parliamentary rules, de­bates, educational work, all accomplishments along literary lines, and ease and grace in public speaking, which are very necessary adjuncts of a teacher's life. Being thus made up of the active members of all the other clubs the Parthenon bids fair to stand as the repre­sentative, and great interest is manifested on all sides. Each member has a decided opinion and is eager to give it, causing no little prac­tice in rulings on the part of the presiding offi­cers. All passivity seems to have vanished ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- and we have now in our midst, an earnest, enthusiastic body of the best material in school and which from the nature of the spirit pre­vailing within it, will have a lasting and pow­erful influence in the busy school life. Its members are striving to make it an ideal club and results at this time show that their efforts are successful, not only temporarily, but are based upon a solid foundation of the hearty co-operation of its members. Hail to the Parthenon! SORONIAN On account of the large number of students enrolled this year it was found necessary to form a new literary society. The name chosen for this society was Soronian, meaning a sisterhood. The meet­ings held by this society have hitherto been business meetings and parliamentary drill. The first programme will be rendered Friday, No­vember 7. The work planned by the society is similar to that planned by the other societies. The President of the society is Miss Stella Anderson. The faculty critic, Prof. Stone. These two newly formed literary clubs have proved insufficient to give the increased num­ber of new students each a society home. Hence a third club is being organized. A re­port of its organization will be given in the next issue of the Normal Messenger. THE SENIOR CLASS The Senior Class of '03, consisting of forty-eight members, four of whom are "misters," have proven themselves a powerful factor in the school, both in number and spirit. The frequent and interesting meetings are filled with grave opinions and solemn declarations, which sometimes, it is feared, rise to excited ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- and rather youthful-like animation in debate and arguments as to the line of action to fol­low. But outside the class-room they are im­pressive with dignity and calm judgment. The most successful reception of the year was the "Senior At Home" given to the Juniors, Fac­ulty, students, and friends on Oct. 17. The guests entering at the main entrance were ushered by the reception committee to the broad landing of the library stairway. The big window and walls here were a mass of many colored autumn leaves and crimson dec­orations, lit up with Japanese lanterns. A reception committee at this place further ushered the welcomed friends to the second floor, where in the recitation rooms at the end of the corridor adjoining the annex, the class with colors, mottoes, and punch-bowls were in great evidence. Each member made special efforts to place the guests at their ease. All stiffness and formality disappeared. Graciousness and gen­iality prevailed. When all seemed to have met the extensive senior class and faculty, the entire assembly proceeded to the auditorium, where an excellent program, suitable to the spirit of the hour was rendered. The instru­mental selections given by Messrs. Boyer and Warren and Miss Wees were highly appreci­ated. We are very grateful to these friends who leave the duties of a busy life occasionally and thus prove their good will to our institution. Our popular and beloved Mrs. Mathes de­lighted us all with her selections in dialect. The fact that Miss Coleman was made to res­pond to two encores demonstrates the way in which she has entered our hearts. A speech by our genial class president, Miss Gruber, closed the program, and the assembled guests repaired to the punch-bowls. After pledging the success of the class of 1903, all bade the happy class good-night. The Seniors expect to become prominent in ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- basket ball this year, and are practicing steadily with some very good material with which to wark. Last year, as the ever trod­den upon Juniors, they were obliged to meekly retire from the honors. But this year as tri­umphant and serene Seniors they have no doubts on the subject. They must look to their laurels, however, for the plucky Juniors are living strenuous lives along the athletic line. The Seniors have standing chal­lenges out to all within reach and subsequent history will reveal the result. The class officers are as follows: Emma Gruber, President. F. W. Rhoades, V. President. Belle Williams, Secretary. Ben Hovies, Treasurer. Earl Morris and Minnie Sapp, Class Artists. ALUMNI Miss Nellie Jones is teaching at Marietta. Miss May Bird is teaching near Marysville. Miss Lindstrom is attending the State Uni­versity. Miss Myrtle Stenver is working in the bank at Puyallup. Miss Mabel Copeland is teaching in Ana-cortes this year. Miss Lina Feckeascher is teaching in Sedro- Wooley this year. Miss Helen Collins is teaching near her home at Kirkland. Thomas Slattery is keeping books in his father's office at present. Miss Ida McMillan has been elected to a position in the Ballard schools. Miss Bessie Boyer has charge of the pri­mary department at East Sound. Miss Ethel Chamberlain is teaching the school at Belfast, in Skagit county. Miss Jessie Laurence and Emma Dubuque are teaching at Castle Rock. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- Miss Cecelia Zeigweid has charge of sec­ond primary work in the Burlington schools. Miss Eva Comegys is teaching at Snoho­mish. Miss Lillian Burke is also teaching there. Miss Grace Huntoon is teaching in a rural school near Seattle. Miss Emma Green is al­so teaching near Seattle. Miss Gertrude Streator, Miss Ahcenia En-gle, and Miss Myrtle Trott are teaching at the Green Lake school in Seattle. SCHOOL NOTES The entire session was a mutual pleasure, and pronounced by all to be the most successful institute ever held in the county. The latest edition of the International En­cyclopedia has been ordered for the library. This makes the sixth set of encyclopedia placed in the school. Each set is different from the others. Prof. Winship of Boston, gave several inter­esting and instructive lectures during the week. His lecture on Longfellow and Lowell, as well as the one entitled Saints and Rascals, is worthy of mention. The school exhibit was deserving of special mention. It was of great credit to teachers and pupils in the country districts, and challen­ges the approval of all. Whatcom county may well be proud of her schools. With such a corps of earnest, progressive teachers there is no reason why Whatcom County should not rank first in the State in educational matters. The Whatcom and San Juan County teach­ers, held their regular annual institute in the United Presbyterian church during the week commencing with October 13th. There were two hundred and sixteen teachers in attend­ance, the largest number ever registered. Prof. Kincaid of the State University delivered an excellent address on beetles, bugs, flies, mos­quitoes, and their life history. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- Che normal messenger Published Monthly By the Students of THE STATE NORMAL SCHOOL WHATCOM, WASHINGTON F.' D! EASON,^ , 0 3 f BUSINESS MANAGERS. EDITORIAL STAFF F. W. RHOADES, '03 Editor-in-Chief BELLE WILLIAMS, *03, Parthenon/ Titerarv GERTRUDE SHITH, '05, Utopian...} wierary MARY PATRIC, '0? Y. W. C. A ( Tj~»al« ALICE CURRIE, '05,Sorbnian j i^ocais ETHEL EVERETT, '04, Aurora, Alumni STATIRA BIGGS, '03, Chilic Exchanges ERNEST W. O'LOUGNLIN, '04, Philomathean Athletics MINNIE SHUMWAY, '04, Alcott School Notes ADA MYERS, '05, Kulshan Miscellaneous EARL S. MORRIS, '03, Parthenon Staff Artist TERMS—FIFTY CENTS A YEAR Address all communications to the Editor-in-chief, Whatcom, Wash. Entered at the Postoffice at Whatcom, Washington as second-class matter. VOL IV NOVEMBER J902 NO. \ With this issue, Vol. IV, No. I, the Normal Messenger appears before the public with a few important changes. We are, we feel, justly proud of the record of advancement that has been made along all lines, by the Whatcom State Normal School, from its be­ginning, only three years ago, up to the pres­ent time, when it takes rank among the very foremost of the Normal Schools in the North­west. In view of the fact of this remarkable growth, we feel that it is in order to express a few congratulations. First of all we congratulate our worthy principal, Dr. Mathes, whose untiring energy and skillful management, have been no small factors in promoting the success of the school. We congratulate the faculty, individually, for the strength of their respective depart­ments. We congratulate our honored trustees for the happy consequence of their labors. We congratulate the people of Bellingham Bay upon being so fully imbued with the 20th century spirit of success and progress. To ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- the support given to our Normal School by the influence of this spirit we wish to give due acknowledgement. And, lastly, we, the students, congratulate ourselves upon the special privilege afforded us by the existence here at Whatcom of a live, up-to-date Normal School. Hence it is that the Normal Messenger, the organ of the student body, have made the im­portant changes above referred to. In endeavoring to keep in line with the gen­eral advancement of the school the publication has been changed from a quarterly to a month­ly, and the management has passed into the hands of the students themselves. In making these changes we deeply appre­ciate the added responsibility placed upon us, and confidently invite the support, not only of the whole student body and faculty, but of alumni and other interested friends as well. We gratefully appreciate the support given us by our advertisers, and bespeak for them your patronage. It is our intention this year to publish eight numbers of the Normal Messenger beginning with this, our first issue. We hope by making the Messenger a month­ly, we afford our allumni and friends, especi­ally the teachers of the public schools, a better medium for keeping in touch with what is transpiring here at the Normal. We trust that the change will create an in-tenser interest in the publication in general. We believe that the interests of the school, together with the various reasons that the Messenger has been published at all in the past, will be materially advanced by the change. We believe that our Normal School has out­grown a quarterly publication. Because of these hopes and beliefs we are willing to devote our time and be unceasing in our efforts to make the Normal Messenger a clear and worthy reflector of the spirit and ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- happenings at the Normal School. However, as we are but amateurs in doing work of this kind, we realize we shall have our short-com­ings, and consequently request that our sub­scribers be in a degree indulgent and that they be sparing with their criticisms. In attending an institution of this kind one naturally expects exceptional privileges for listening to addresses by prominent men. But the students of our school this fall have been exceedingly fortunate along this line, and dead in deed must be the soul that has not been touched, uplifted, and inspired to higher ideals by at least some of the many and va­ried talks that have been given in the General Assembly room. These seeds of noble man­hood and womanhood being so timely sown in such favorable soil, the souls of upwards of three hundred of the future teachers of our country, who can estimate the abundance of the harvest! Our staff artist has designed an entirely new front cover for the Messenger, which will add greatly to its appearance. We very much re­gret being unable to have the plate finished in time for use in this issue. Students, read our advertisements and pa­tronize the advertisers. Without their sup­port we could not publish a monthly paper, make a weekly edition possible in the near future. LECTURE COURSE The lecture course for the season of 1902-3 will contain seven numbers rather than five as last year. The first lecture will be given Nov. 21 by Prof. Sessions on the subject, "Liquid Air." This lecture is illustrated by a great number of experiments with liquified air producing temperatures 912 degrees below zero and 3500 degress above zero. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- On December 8, Miss Thompson of Minnea­polis, will read with the aid of a stereoptican, "The Chinook," written by Joseph Blethen, managing editor of the Seattle Times. In the same month the Cowels Concert Company will give a concert; and in March the Grand Opera Company will be here. As star in this company Mile de la Lussan will appear; she has been connected with the Wag­nerian Opera for several years, and has sung with Mr. Moritz Gran's Company in America. Robert Nourse was to lecture on "Dr. Jek-yll and Mr. Hyde," but his death in Virginia on Sept. 27 leaves this number unfilled. In April Dr. M. A. Mathews of the First Presbyterian church of Seattle, will lecture on "The Minister vs. the Present Social Condi­tions." In May the lecture course will be closed by Dr. A. A. Willitts with his lecture on "Sun­shine." Dr. Willitts, however, is subject for change. Tickets to citizens and students are the same price as last year; one change howev­er, is noted—the student rate given to all pu­pils of the Public Schools of the Bay Cities. ASSEMBLY TALKS The Normal School has been favored the past few weeks in having a number of address­es in General Assembly. Among them were: Rev. T. M. Gun who spoke on "The Battle of Murfreesborough." Mr. Gun was a partici­pant and his black hand sketch of the battle was very interesting. Dr. S. H. Young, the Presbyterian mission­ary from Alaska, gave an excellent talk on his work there among the Indians. He be­lieves Alaska admirably adapted to aggricul-tural pursuits. Dr. M. A. Mathews spoke to the students on the "Purpose of Education." Dr. J. C. Thomas on "Moral Culture." Dr. R. T. Grant of Vancouver, B. C, on ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- Our Coast. His talk was instructive and entertaining. Should Dr. Grant ever visit Whatcom, we bespeak for him a warm wel­come at the Normal School. Prof. A. H. Yoder of the State University, gave an address on "The Period of Adoles­cence." Dr. Helen Joyce of Tacoma, spoke on Phy­sical culture Prof. B. W. Brentnall, editor of the North­western School Journal, spoke on "Man's Ac­tivities." Miss Jessie Wilcox, supervisor of the train­ing school in Ellensburg Normal school, brought greetings from the students of that school and spoke to the students on "Opti­mism." Supt. R. B. Bryan spoke on "The Aim of Girls." Mr. Cotterell of Seattle, a representative of the Good Templars at the International con­vention in Europe, gave the school an interest­ing talk on his trip. Telling of the places of interest he visited. Rev. Dr. Sulliger gave the school his lect­ure, "Queens and Quacks of the 20th Century" on Oct. 31. It was very amusing and enter­taining. ATHLETICS Athletics has heretofore been an unimpor­tant feature in our school life. But with the completion of the gymnasium and its fitting with convenient apparatus, there has been a stimulus added to indoor games and exercises that has been greeted with enthusiasm by the majority of students. The season has opened promisingly for the many lately organized teams that intend to play basket ball. The Normal boys have already played their initial game with Co. M, of the State Militia of Whatcom, and won by the close score of 8 to 11. This game is noted as being the first one ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- ever played by the Normal boys against an outside team. Manager Pinckney White has arranged for a number of games, and in all, the liveliest interest will be shown. The Nor­mal team consists of the following students: F. D. Eason, center; A. Robinson, forward; A. Rose, forward; R. Everett guard; and E. W. O'Loughlin, guard. The girls have not been slow to appreciate the value of athletic amusements, and have or­ganized teams, elected managers and captains, and have standing dates for games with local teams. Throughout they have been character­ized by such thrift and energy, that their ef­forts might well be envied by those who are more experienced in athletic tactics. Class rivalry in athletics is the most impor­tant feature yet developed. Each class has its manager and captain and the coming games promise to develop much class spirit, and con­sequently enthusiasm in the sport. A board of managers has been elected by the Joint Athlet­ic Association to which all matters pertaining to athletics—wherein the different classes are concerned—will be referred. The members of the board were chosen in order that each might represent the class to which he belongs. Five class representatives and two not parti­san members comprise this board. LOCALS Class spirit ran rather high Monday morn­ing, Oct. 27. An open quotation—What is the Tam o'Shanter Club ? Carrie Shahan visited her sister Beryl dur­ing Institute week. Prof. J. F. Forrest spent Oct. 25th, hunting near Chuckanut Mt. Profs. Wilson and Bowman visited friends in Seattle Oct. 25-26. Carrie Temple has left school on account of the death of her sister. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- Esther Wallace has left school and is teach­ing in the Lincoln school. Miss Gilchrist of Stanwood, has been visit­ing her sister at the Normal. Lena Freise who left school a few weeks ago is teaching at Tualco, Wash. Miss Nellie Cooper returned Oct. 29, from a visit to her sister at Pearson, Wash. Miss Bertha Ross visited her home in Ev­erett over Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 25-26. Mamie Mutchler of first year class is con­fined at her home near Lynden with scarlet fever. Miss Soper, the former instructor in the Thomas Music School of Detroit, has been the guest of Miss Coleman. Miss Coleman is planning to organize the school for chorus work, and practice occasion­ally during Assembly time. Emma Clanton who was a student at the Normal is a candidate for county school su­perintendent in Klickitat county. The geology class has made several geologi­cal trips since school opened. They have plan­ned to go to Lummi Island, Nov. 8. Dr. Mathes gave a talk at Assembly Oct. 29 on the oyster industry in Mason county, with statistics which were very interesting. Mrs. G. Crueger of Snohomish, is visiting her daughters, Misses Martha and Lilly. On Thursday she visited the Normal school. One of the most enjoyable affairs which has occurred since the opening of school was the "Children's Party" given by the Utopian Club in the gymnasium. The first prize for ladies was given to Meryl Hays, and the first prize for gentlemen to Ben. Hovies. A children's program was given and light refreshments served. Miss Christine Thomle has been favored with a visit from two of her brothers and a sister since school opened. One brother was on his way to Pullman Wash. A number of students have attended Prof. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- Alexander's lectures on Phrenology during the past week. On Monday night Oct. 27, the Tam o'Shanter Club attended in a body. A number of new books have been added to the library since school opened. A set of In­ternational Enclycopedia, also 200 general reference books and a number of new text books. A number of the faculty and students at­tended Ellery's Royal Italian Band at the op­era house Oct. 25. The band was recommend­ed to the students by Prof. Eply and Miss Coleman. Miss Jeanette Baker has presented the Al-cott Club with a handsome burnt portrait of Louisa M. Alcott, and the room is further ad­orned with two burnt panels of the prophet's Hosea and Isaiah. Ten new houses have been built, within a radius of two blocks of the campus, during the summer vacation. But they do not afford sufficient accommodations for the increased number of students. Dr. Mathes is to speak on the subject, "In­fluence that makes for good Citizenship," at the autumn meeting of the Puget Sound Schoolmaster's Club which is held in Tacoma Saturday, November 8. The guests came dressed as children and many unique and original costumes were worn. Several of the faculty attended and if they had not been debarred from the contest some of them might have taken the prize. The Y. W. C. A. has a constantly increasing membership this year. There is more interest than last year and the Thursday noon meet­ings are well attended. Two very interesting talks have been given by Mrs. Mackey and Miss Baker. On Saturday night, October 18, Mr. Dono­van addressed the Parthenon Club on "The Coal Strike." His talk was clear, concise and to the point, and given from the view of a practical business man. The club was very fortunate in securing Mr. Donovan. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- Lost, strayed or stolen!—The Poster of the Senior "At Home." When last seen it was behind the punch bowl in Prof. Wilson's room. Will the finder please return it to the President of the class as the Poster is of great value and highly prized, being the work of a renowned local artist. On October 15 the Teachers' Institute which was in session during that week, here in the city, adjourned to visit the Normal school. The first two periods of the afternoon session they visited classes in the Normal de­partment and in the Training department. The last period was set aside and the students, faculty and visitors gathered in the auditorium and listened to an address by Dr. Winship of Boston on the subject of "Boys." Miss Florence Cross was in Assembly last week and visited her former associates in the Chehalis school, Prof. Forrest, Miss Mont­gomery, Miss Baker and Mrs. Temple. A member of the Senior class planned to make a request of the faculty for a written statement of all rules and regulations for the students, but when she found she would have a book as large as Webster's International Dictionary she abandoned her plan. EXCHANGES In our first exchange column we have not given any clippings, but have simply intro­duced these messengers from other schools to our Normal. The High School Voice is out the first month. The Comet, Reno, Nevada, contains a short poem, "Queen of the Night," which has an ar­tistic rhythm refreshing in the midst of school­boy jingles. The University Argonaut, Moscow, Idaho, is semi-monthly, but in style and subject matter it resembles a high school magazine. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- The Academic Journal, Norwich, Conneti-cut, is chiefly a report of the departmentos of the school; it contains, however, an interesting account of-a-day-at Vassar. We fear that the Spinster of Portland is be­coming rather a lackadaisical old maid when one-third of her time (space) is given to love stories, beaux, and marriages. The June Wa Wa of Port Townsend is the commencement number with the usual list of prophesies, class characteristics, and aspira­tions. The Adjutant is a paper from a California military school. It is, as the editor states, for the school alone. From the Eugene High School, Oregon, we have received a neat and commendable maga­zine. All the stories are good, especially "Vice Versa;" and the jokes are neither silly nor un­interesting to outsiders. Read this paper to see the class and school patriotism on every page of its school news. The Intercollegian, New York, contains ar­ticles on "Missionaries and Spirituality/' "The Federation Gathering" and "Summer Confer­ences in Many Lands." The People's University of Olympia, pub­lishes a paper in the interest of that school known as the College Independent. All old students and friends of the U. of W. will be pleased to know that the Pacific Wave is always near at hand. Go to it for news on foot-ball and the doings of colleges in the United States. TAM CSHANTER CLOB The social aspect of our school this fall is such, that it is a source of much pleasure to both students and faculty. Although class spirit and the rivalry between classes are more keen than ever before and literary societies are making great endeavors to excel in their work before the eyes of the school and the pupils, ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- yet the general feeling among the students is that, social gatherings, where good, whole­some, social intercourse may be indulged in, and teachers and students may come in closer and more intimate contact with each other, is a part of school life; a part of their education. The results are that numerous societies and clubs have been, and are, being formed. Many of the classes and societies have already given elaborate receptions and "at homes" and more are scheduled. Among the clubs formed, the most prominent is the much talked of "Tarn o'Shanter Club," a name quite appropriate considering the circumstances which led to the organization of the club. To the unknowing suffice it to say that through the accidental and unavoidable efforts of a few young gentlemen, who were gathered at a certain girls' den in the near vicinity of the Normal, one dark and stormy night not long since, a number of "tarns" disappeared. The club was entertained for the first time by Miss Buele Williams at her home on Elk street. The "Tam Club" turned out in force and it is the judgment of its members that the club is a perfect success. It is to be hoped that more of these social clubs will be organized so that occasionally, during the winter months, tired and weary with the mental strain and tedium of school work, the students may relax, profit by a good social time and maintain the equilibrium of their na­tures; that they may become able in the near future to conduct themselves with credit in what is one of the most potent factors of our civilization—Society. JUNIOR CLASS ORGANIZATION The Junior class has begun the year with earnest, enthusiastic members. We have made many pleasant plans for the ensuing year. "All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy." The class colors are royal, purple and white. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- The officers are: Bertram Doran, President. Effie Wheeler, Vice-President. Ethel Everett, Secretary. Ruby Gough, Treasurer. Albert Stintson, Ser­geant at Arms. A basket ball team has been organized and another soon will be. The Second Year Class after considerable difficulty has organized with Mr. White, Pres­ident; Mr. Swanbery, Vice-President; Mr. Shamblin, Secretary; Miss Anna Havens, Treasurer; Mr. Watkins, Sergeant-at-Arms. If the spirit which has been shown thus far continues the class will no doubt be heard from frequently. The Third Year Class is composed of a large number of students, but owing to its het­erogeneous combination of Madified, regular and irregular students, it has not yet become sufficiently concentrated to organize for class work. Since a great number of the class in­tend to take out Elementaries in June the gen­eral spirit is "close application to study." The Third Year Class is wide-awake and has organized for class work. The following officers were elected: Frank Hopkins, Presi­dent; Sarah L. Van Reypen, Vice-President; Mamie Cox, Secretary; Belle Abbott, Histo­rian. One basket ball team has been organized and is being fitted for good work. Another team will be organized as soon as possible. AN ADVENTURE Saturday afternoon, Nov. ist, a jolly crowd set out regardless of the weather, for Ferndale. The number comprised the Senior Glee Club, the school company playing "Not a Man in the House," our star declaimers, Cassie Gif-ford and Ernest O'Loughlin, Miss Myers, the the Senior chaperone, and two Third year drivers. Despite the weather, it goes without saying, the trip was enjoyable. The vocal se­lections, both classical and original rendered ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- along the road aroused the horses and natives of the country fiom their lethargic state caus­ed by the nature of the weather. After a chicken dinner in the thriving little metropolis of Ferndale, a program was render­ed in the G. A. R. hall. The first part was made up of selections by the Glee Club, vocal solos, readings, and instrumental solos. The second part was given to the play, "Not a Man in the House," in which the four stars did nobly. All ended with a fare-well song and the Seniors started home in the pouring rain, successful and happy. The same could not be said of the horses, however, for they entered the union and declared a strike. The whole crowd was formed into an arbitration board which met in six inches of mud, a steady down­pour of rain, all mixed together with inky darkness to form resolutions. These first con­sisted of "implorings" of the obstinate strik­ers to mush on, but proving ineffective resolved finally into evidences of physical culture. This applied by the board of arbitrators to both horses and wagon ultimately influenced the strikers to go back to work, and the board en­tered the shelter of the wagonette. But alas the leader evidently thinking the operators were not keeping the contract, again called out the workers and the arbitrators were invited out into deeper mud to settle the matter. More forcible arguments were resorted to this time and proved successful. In course of time the adventurers reached Whatcom and wended their ways to their res­pective haunts in the most dismal storm of the season. They haven't adventured so much since. J. N. Selby (Q. Co. School Supplies Books, Stationery Late Books — Gift Books — Best Books Come and see us. Phone Red 514 1244 Holly Street ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- Character Garments Mark the highest point ever reached in the tail­oring world. Few tail­ors make g a r m e n ts which give the same satisfaction. They fit perfectly, they are de­pendable and durable and moderately priced. See Our Big Stock of Stiits and Overcoats Priced from $10 to $35 $3.00 HATS We feel that it is a part of our contract with the public to get them the best that's to be gotten and the more reasonable the better. T h e R e d Front Soft a n d StMF Hats picture the very latest of styles and fancies. If yon pay $3.00 for a hat pay it for a Red Front Hat and get the best. 6*/?eRed Front Whatcom's Largest Clothiers ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- PIANOS ©uckering i j W *HimbalU D. S. JOHNSTON CO. Whatcom, Wash. W. H. MOCK Undertaker and Licensed Embalmer Undertaking Parlors and Chapel 1202-1206 Slade Bl'k, Elk Street Phones—Office, Red 51 «.,„ » m „ ~ -Residence, Red 634 WHATCOM, WASH. Cascade Laundry W. H. DAVIS, PROPRIETOR Fifteen years' experience. We solicit a share of your patronage, and guarantee our work to be first-class. TELEPHONE BLACK 325 Elk St. Bakery A. DUNKER, PROPRIETOR Finest place in the city to obtain Fresh Bread, Cakes and Pies of the finest quality and flavor. 28 I^oaves of Bread for $1.00. Free delivery. Phone your order. TELEPHONE BLACK 431 Branch Store, 811 West Holly. Telephone Black 131. A. G. W1CKMAN ...The Tailor... 1345 Holly Street WHATCOH, WASH. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- I Peterson Co. 1 m w m * s w s m m * Must not be overlooked when * * you want up-to-date Men's * jj| Furnishings $ | Holly Street WHATCOM | Always at Your Service DeChamplain Graham The O^vl Pharmacy Telephone Main 2021 Corner Dock and Holly Sts. H. S. NOICE FUNERAL DIRECTOR AND EMBALMER . . . O A K L A N D BLOCK... D. J. MCARTHUR, Notary Public H. D. MCARTHUR A. D. 3. mcflrtbur * Son Real Estate, Loan, Insurance Rental Ag'ts ELK STREET WHATCOM MEATS WHOLESALE AND RETAIL Fresn, Smoked a n d Salt TWO MARKETS NOLTE BROS. CST i©5Ji East Holly Street 805 West Holly Street Phone Red 1881 Phone Main 08 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 November ---------- Pearson Business College All branches taught as in any first-class college. Penmanship unexcelled. Day and evening ses­sions. Call or write. School Rooms 935 Elk St. Whatcom, Wash. A. L. PEARSON, PRINCIPAL Elk St. Coal and Wood Yard TRUNKEY 6, S O N , PROPRIETORS Roslyn and Blue Canyon Coal and Dry Fir Wood deliv­ered to any part of the city. PHONE MAIN 2361 WHATCOM PACIFIC STEAM LAUNDRY ESTABLISHED 1889 FIRST-CLASS WORK GUARANTEED UDNESS ERHOI,M. Props. 'Phone Main 2281 i i i i i i i i i i n m T i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i n i THE GAGE-DODSON CO. Sell Standard Goods Hart, Schaffner Marx Pine Clothing, Monarch Shirts, Pen-in Dent's Gloves, and High Grades of Men's Furnishings. Fischer Building Ctr. Deck and Holly Sts. I I I I I I i i i i i i i m i i i i i i i i i i i i i i iPPPPP
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Show more1902_1201 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Cover ---------- The Normal Messenger December 1902 Monthly WHATCOM WASH . ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [2] ---------- TELEPHONES OFFICE, MAIN 25 STORE, MAIN 24 I MORSE HARDWARE CO. WHOLESALE AND RETAIL Cooking Utensils, Stoves | and Ranges Gymnasium Supplies Sporting Goods of all kinds. Sell 'em low, send and get more. 1025 AND 1039 ELK STREET WHATCOM GROCERIES! WHEN GOODS OR PRICES ARE NOT SATISFACTORY, PLEASE RETURN SAME AND MONEY WILL BE REFUNDED Byron Grocery Co. 114 West Holly Phone Main 200 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [3] ---------- TRYThe LEADER For the newest and latest styles in Dry Goods Dress Goods Trimmings Kid Gloves Ladies' Apparel Ladies' Suits Skirts Gloves Furs Waists and Wrappers 5HOE5 Our Shoe Department will soon be complete, and will contain a splendid assortment of Ladies' Misses' and Children's Fine Shoes. Nobby, new styles at popular prices. Books and Stationery A new department, containing the late copyrighted books, tablets and papeteries. THE, LEADER Canoe and Holly Streets ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [4] ---------- A Swell Lunch —Is not complete without our line of Fancy Lunch Goods. |ilson=|}obles=Barr £o. Leading Grocers PHONES MAIN 88 AND 80 f AT SHERMAN'S HO W E S T H O U L Y S T . Late Works of Fiction $1.25 , Standard Works 15c and upward. Beautiful Line of Xmas Papetries Monro, B^ke $ fiaskell 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 Tamps, and all kinds of Sheet Metal work. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [5] ---------- Whatcom Dental Parlors DR. R. IA'BROOK SHANKLIN, Manager The Highest Grade Dental Work at Reasonable Prices. Examination Free. PHONE RED 525 CLOVER BLOCK BlRNEY GOODHEART PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS Rooms I, 2 and 3, Red Front Bldg Office 'Phone Main 2231 Residence 'Phone 3231 Office Telephone Main 2061 Residence Telephone Main 3061 W. H. AXTELL PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Office Hours: 11 to 12 a. m., 2 to 5 p. m. PIKE BLOCK—Cor. Elk and Holly WHATCOM, WASH. D R . S. ]N". -RHRTTT.-V R E D F R O N T B U n j ) I N Rooms 17,18,19 and 20 Office Telephone Main 2141 Residence Telephone Main 314 W. D. KIRKPATRICK, M. D.- ADDIE F. KIRKPATRICK, M. D. Rooms 16 and 17, Fisher Block 'Phones—Residence, Red 441 —Office, Red 44 A. MACRAE SMITH, M. D. Telephone Red 521 Office, Red Front Building WHATCOM, WASH. FRANK J. VAN KIRK, M, D. Practice Limited to EYE, EAR, NOSE AND THROAT CLOVER BLOCK WHATCOM, WASH. DR. L W. POWELL OSTEOPATHIC PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Office, Hannah Block 'Phones—Residence, Black 671 —Office, Red 64 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [6] ---------- DR. J. C. MINTON DENTIST Rooms 9,10 12, Fisher Blk Residence Phone Black 686 Cor. Dock and Holly Office Phone Red 263 DR. C. A. DARLING DENTIST Rooms 18 and 19 Fisher Block Corner Dock and Holly Streets PHONE BLACK 275 WHATCOM, WASH. DR. F. J. GEOGHEGAN DENTIST Rooms 4 and 5, Red Front Block Telephone Red 831 WHATCOM, WASH. MODERN DENTAL PARLORS DR. O. C. GILBERT, MANAGER Mollv Block I 108 W e s t H o l l y S t r e e t nouy JJiocK j 1305 D o c k s t r e e t Phone Black 1871 ALL WORK GUARANTEED DR. G. E. FOSTER OSTEOPATH ALL CHRONIC DISEASES A SPECIALTY Office Hours: 9 to 12 a. m., 1 to 5 p. m. Holly Block •PHONES—Office, Red 1874 —Residence, Red 32 CONSULTATION FREE DR. WILBUR N. HUNT Physician and Surgeon OFFICE 'Phones—Office, Black 835 Rooms A and B, Red Front Blk —Residence Red 122 Office 'Phone, Red 471 Residence 'Phone Red 6 CHAS. L. HOLT, M. D. Specialties: Diseases of the Eye, Ear Nose and Throat Rooms 1 and 2 Fisher Block Will visit patients at their homes WHATCOM, WASH. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [7] ---------- Our Styles are Correct Prices are Right Everything Strictly Up'to'Date J Jill the Latest and Most Correct ...Styles in... PHOTOGRAPHY are to be found at LOTHROP BROS. OUR MOTTO—' 'Not how cheap, but how good we can make a picture." DOCK ST., WHATCOM PIANOS YOU CAN DEAL WITH US BRIGGS PIANO AND MUSIC CO. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [8] ---------- (— State — N Dormal School WHATCOM WASHINGTON S beautifully l o c a t e d be­tween the cities of What­com and Fairhaven ; pop­ulation of the two cities, 20,000; cities have all the modern conveniences ; electric cars run within one block of the campus : : : Offers Three Regular Courses- Advanced elective courses; Special courses in methods; Courses in manual training: Review courses. Prominent Features— Catalogued library; large museum ; Physical, chemical, biological laboratories; Stereoptican and darkrooms; Gymnasium, dressing rooms, baths: Manual training department: Large training school, well conducted; Large and beautiful auditorium. Admission and Expenses- Second semester opens February 2, 1903; Students enter at any time ; Board and room costs $3.50 to $4.00 per week ; Self boarding costs $6.00 to $10.00 a month ; No tuition ; library fee $10— gt;£ returnable ; Text books are loaned free. CATALOGUE FREE CORRESPONDENCE INVITED Edward T. MatKes Principal ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [9] ---------- Dormal messenger December 1902 J o h n R u s k in Read before Parthenon Society by Earl S. Morris, '03. HAVE been asked to write a sketch upon Ruskin as an influence upon art, but I fear my attempts are too rambling to be confined to such a specific topic, so I must say in the beginning that I have attempt­ed to give you a few thoughts not only of Ruskin as an artist and art critic, but essen­tially of Ruskin, the man, one of the great powers of this present age, a. power for good, a power in art, in social thought and litera­ture, most provocative of critics, and most poetical of prose writers. I shall consider, briefly, (i) A few of the events and influences which went to bring­ing out and developing the genius of the man, (2) The spirit of his teaching and (3) Some­thing of his influence. Much might be said of his boyhood, of his remarkable love for books, and of his lack of interest in subjects which ordinarily are attractive to a boy. For years under his mother's direction, he learned Bible lessons, committed psalms and proverbs, and indeed memorized the principal parts of the Bible. To the sublime character of his mother's influence and to this Bible ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [10] ---------- training is due his beautiful style and some of his .most sublime passages. Ruskin received most of his early education from private tutors. While still a boy in charge of his teacher he made a juorney through Europe visiting many places of interest. On return­ing home he devoted the next two or three years to the study of French, English, and drawing, giving however every spare moment to writing criticisms and dramatic verse. A second tour of Europe at this time probably lent a great influence toward guiding Ruskin to the study of art and art conditions to which he owes a great deal of his fame, for during this journey he devoted his time to a study of the famous landscape paintings of the European galleries, and to comparing them with their landscape originals. All this environment could not but stimulate an aes­thetic temperament such as Ruskin's, and about this time an attack having been made upon his favorite painter, Turner, he was given an opportunity to try the powers which the environments and study of his early years has been slowly and surely developing. His defense of Turner's work which appeared in Blackwood's Magazine was his first attempt at art criticism. This article, though not meeting with enviable success at the time, afterwards formed the nucleus of his most masterful production, Modern Painters. Before entering upon the prolonged labor of producing the work just mentioned, Rus­kin went to Ivondon and began writing for London's Architectural Magazine. The trend of his whole work in this line was toward creating in the minds of his readers a concep­tion of the relationship existing between architecture, natural character, and scenery. During these years of study and occasional writing, Ruskin had spent at different periods sufficient time at Oxford so that in 1842 he was able to successfully complete his examina­tions and receive his degree. As a winner of the Newdigate prize, a brilliant writer and ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [11] ---------- a refined draughtsman, life seemed full of promise. However, ill health appeared to in some degree eclipse the brightness of his future. His health being such as to bar him from professional life and his taste from a commercial one, he began to look about him for some occupation equal to his ambition and at the same time congenial. Dissatisfied with the aping of the old masters and with com­mercial picture making and being enthused with Turner's paintings, a new gospel of art dawned upon him. As Rousseau in education so Ruskin in the new art, his continual plea was, "Let us get back to nature." The direct outgrowth of his enthusiasm was the first volume of Mod­ern Painters. This volume is not merely a defense of Turner's art but it seeks and suc­cessfully, to show the relation existing be­tween art, nature, and morals. This work is so elevating in theme, and the defense of Turner so brilliant, that one begins to contem­plate whether or not the fame of Turner like that of Zeuxis and Appello will not continue to exist long after his paintings have disappeared. We must now pass rapidly over several years of his life. Beginning in 1854, he taught drawing classes in the Workmen's col­lege at Bloomsbury, every week for about four years. As a teacher we are told that Ruskin must be taken with allowances. It has been said that in his instruction he talked over the heads of his pupils, assumed for them greater capabilities than they possessed, and so both master and pupils were disappointed in re­sults. In 1859 appeared the last volume of Modern Painters. The extravagant praise of Turner which characterized the first chapters was entirely absent from the last. Ruskin had changed from an enthusiastic admirer to a severe and mature art critic. From 1871 to the time of his death, he lived at Brantwood, a beautiful country place situated in the heart of the "Lake Country," made famous by its association with Words- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [12] ---------- worth and Tennyson. Here, near the heart of nature, whose moods he loved and under­stood, far from the roar and clang of modern life, was spent the declining years of' 'Europe's Most Analytic Mind." We could write much of his work at Oxford as lecturer on art, of his work among the workers, the establish­ment of St. George's Guild, but we must briefly consider the spirit of his teachings. The manifestations of the ideal life of man according to his ideas are health in society, health in literature, and health in sculpture, architecture, and painting. The ideal life always has religion for its basis and when this initiative is absent all things became cor­rupted. Ruskin's great theme is ''The Unity of Life, Based on the Christ Life." He be­lieved and taught that all lines of endeavor, whether in art, agriculture, or manufacture should be subservient to religion. Ruskin has been called "the preacher of the religion of beauty," but as some one has truly said he could be more properly termed "the preacher of the beauty of religion." The spirit of his religion we find tersely stated in his own words: "Unless we perform Divine service in every willing act of our lives we never per­form it at all.'' It has been said of him as the apostle of art that—"no one has done more to free art from conventionalism and superfici-alty and to reveal its spirit and depth; so it is also true of him that he spent his life and influence in an endeavor to break up conven­tionality and form in religious service. In the Seven Lamps of Architecture, we probably have the best evidence of the moral and re­ligious character of his teaching. The de­light in taking infinite pains for that which •we love and never counting the cost in our own efforts; this is what Ruskin calls light­ing the lamp of sacrifice—which is the first of the seven lamps. What he believed, that is what he taught, without catering to existing conceptions and time established notions. As some one has ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [13] ---------- said: "If any man ever showed the courage of his convictions, Ruskin is that man. Nothing ever enjoyed the defense of his words and actions unless it was strictly in ac­cordance with his own convictions.'' Probably the most important influence that he has had over men is that he has given them a better conception of the meaning of nature. The burden of his teachings is to bring men to feel the wonder and glory of the universe. But he was more than a child of nature, he felt not only the external beauty, but he felt the divine significance which she possessed. He realized in nature something more than mere organic and inorganic forms, he saw the evidences of an omnipotent intelligence—the mind of God. In the encyclopedia, Mr. Ruskin ranks as an art critic, but thinking minds are of the opinion that he will not be remebered so much as an art critic as he will be remem­bered as the "poet of beauty" the inspired "preacher of art." JI Christmas Charity B Y M . A . '0 ll/g+Hl RWS a new roomer in No. 22," • said Prue to Frances as they were ^ * starting their evening's work. ' 'Yes, mousie," replied her sister laconically. "He is young and looks as if he might be lonely, I always feel sorry for anyone who is lonesome when Christmas is near" and Prudence dropped a tear on the embroidery that lay untouched in her lap. The girls were not going home for the Holidays. "Be quiet and let me finish my design" commanded Frances in an imperious tone which ended with a piti­ful answer. The Martin sisters were "batching" in two of the tiny rooms in what was commonly ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [14] ---------- designated as "The Flat." Frances, the elder, was attending an art school and maintaining a position as ' 'head of the firm'' by earning little sums designing book-covers and odds and ends which she could get to do. She was of an athletic stamp having no especial beauty with the exception of a clear complex­ion and fine hazel eyes. Prue ' 'kept house,'' did the dressmaking for the two and built in­numerable air-castles that were to become blessed realties when Frances became famous. The air of Frances towards her sisiter was that of a benevolent Newfoundland towards a little foxterrier. But as Prue didn't mind being "bossed" the two got on famously. The next morning Prue returning from an errand heard a most unusual concord of sounds proceeding from room No. 22. There was a hissing sound, a noise of several dishes meeting an untimely end on the floor and the sound of a voice relieving its owner's mind. Prue gave a chuckle of amusement and longed to fly to the rescue. She suppposed Frances wouldn't, tho' "that boy," as she compassionately called him, evidently was having some difficulty. Throwing off her cap she stepped across the hall and tapped at the door of No. 22. The door was instantly flung open and Prue stood facing a tall, vig­orous young man whose tousseled hair and flushed face bore witness to the conflict with­in. ' 'I beg your pardon'' smiled Prue, ' 'but I'm one of your neighbors from across the hall and you seemed to be in trouble" "Yes, I am, thanks awfully, I was about ready to" —"Oh, something is burning!" interrupted Prue. "I guess it's the rest of the potatoes, I spilled most of them on the stove." Prue was gazing perplexedly down into a kettle containing a mushy mixture that filled her soul with dismay. "No it's not this, it's the remains of what you smell thats burning, but —were you trying to make soup?" "I? Oh no, I wasn't so ambitious, I meant to boil some potatoes; perhaps"—noticing the expres- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [15] ---------- sion on Prue's face, "perhaps I put in too much water." Prue was unable to keep back the fun and she leaned back against the wall and laughed until the tears came. Then she reproached herself for being unkind and set about rescuing the dinner. But the laugh had broken the ice and they were soon talking like old friends. As she left he gaily asked, ' 'Please may I ask the name of the good sam-aritainess?" "Just Prue" was the laughing answer, "and yours?" "Just Ralph" came the answer from the foot of the stairs. He was going to the studio—the same one at which Frances worked. "But Fan won't be good to him no matter how homesick he is, she isn't one bit sociable, but then she is so wrapped up in her work." To tell the truth Prue sometimes has a struggle to decide whether her sister's habit of refusing to get acquainted with more than one or two was the workings of genius or pure selfishness, but she generally concluded it was an evidence of great future eminence, like the loyal little soul that she was. Jack and Prue became good friends and had great fun over his "cooking lessons" sup­erintended by Prue who tried to make amends for her laughter on the first day of-their ac­quaintance. Some time later Prue announced to Frances that she was going to make Ralph something for Christmas, whereupon Frances laid down her pen and looked meditatively across the table at her sister "My dear Prue" she com­mented, "why not establish an asylum for sick c?.ts, street arabs, bachelor boys and in short take waifs of all kinds under your benevolent care and be sure to see that they are provided with Christmas gifts?'' * 'I knew you'd make fun of me," returned Prue sturdily "but you know very well if Jack was away from home in a big city you'd like any other girl to be good to him especially at Christmas." "O, go on with your charity you have my consent" laughed Frances "since it's 'do unto others as you would that they ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [16] ---------- should do unto your brother'." Jack was the only brother of the girls and when at home they "looked after him" with a thoroughness that did their souls good and whose kindnesses were generally received by that independent youth with "Aw go on sis, don't fuss over a fellow so." "Ralph is really a good boy and he is talented, "she con­tinued vanily trying to get Frances into a con­versation. "He showed me the picture of the girl to whom he is engaged and she is just as sweet looking as she can be. I told him about Jack and the college and your ambi­tions"— A sketch dropped quickly and its owner's eyes flashed a wrathful glance at Prue. "Oh how could you, how did you dare, haven't you any more sense of fitness of things than to tell my cherished plans to a boy that you happened to get acquainted with?" "It isn't proper to end a sentence with a preposi­tion' ' laughed Prue, changing the subject to pacify her sister's anger. As usual she suc­ceeded, for Frances, whose anger was at white heat while it lasted, was always short lived. On Christmas morning Ralph received a dainty workbox filled with the articles that Prue's experience with her brother had taught her were acceptable. He showed his appre­ciation by promptly going through all his boxes and collecting buttons, pins and what not, all of which he proceeded to cram into the new receptacle. * * * * * * * Early in May the "boy" left for New York and a little over a month afterwards two letters with surprising contents reached Prue and her sister.' The contents of one letter told them that he—Ralph—wasn't exactly what he had seemed to be, having more money than was "exactly common." He had got­ten tired of "loafing around" and wondering what it would be like to earn his own bread and butter he had concluded to make the ex­periment and economize by boarding himself." There was ever so much more but that was ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [17] ---------- sufficient to set Prue to dancing a jig from pure excitement. Then there was a dainty little note from the girl whose picture Prue had seen and with which she had fallen in love. If the effect of the letters had been surprising the effect of the package accompan-ing them was electric. An exquisite workbox in delicate carved ivory which being opened revealed a scholarship at a noted art school, for Frances. Prue seized her sister's arm and whirled her around the room in a mad gallop and when she finally stopped breathless Frances looked at her and said solemnly "Prue, I don't care how many homesick boys you look after." M. A. ^06. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [18] ---------- Che normal messenger Published Monthly By the Students of THE STATE NORMAL SCHOOL WHATCOM, WASHINGTON P.' D ! BASON, wi '°3\ B U S I N E S S MANAGERS. EDITORIAL STAFF F. W. RHOADES, '03 Editor-in-Chief BELLE WILLIAMS, '03, Parthenon/ T ; . „ , „ „ , GERTRUDE SMITH, '03, Utopian...) Literary MARY PATRIC, '0? V. W. C. A / T«w.„i« ALICE CURRIE,'05, Soronian J M gt;cais ETHEL EVERETT, '04, Aurora, Alumni STATIRA BIGGS, '03, Chllic Exchanges ERNEST W. O'LOUGNLIN, '04, Philomathean Athletics MINNIE SHUMWAY, '04, Alcott School Notes ADA MYERS, '05, Kulshan Miscellaneous EARL S. MORRIS,'03, Parthenon Staff Artist TERMS—FIFTY CENTS A YEAR Address all communications to the Editor-in-chief, Whatcom, Wash. Application has been made for entry at the Whatcom Postoffice, as second-class matter. VOL IV DECEMBER 1902 NO. 2 The first steps toward the fitting up of the Old Assembly Room into a neat, home like, commodious, and comfortable society hall were taken by the Board of Trustees at a recent meeting. They purchased a heater for the room, and have ordered sixty chairs to be placed in it. This settles a very perplexing question that has confronted the Parthenon society since its organization. Its meetings have been held on Saturday evenings, and as no arrangements were made when putting in the steam-heating apparatus, for heating a single room, the Parthenons have watched the approach of winter with shivering appre­hensions. It is to be hoped that the several societies will now take the necessary steps for completing the furnishing of this room for a society hall in which special or joint programs may be rendered. Which society will take the initiative ? We wonder if any other exchange editors have noticed that the western school paper, as a rule, is more artistic than one of equal literary merit in the East. Has environment anything to do with it? ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [19] ---------- The first of the seven numbers of the Lec­ture Course for the season 1902-3 was rendered as scheduled, Thursday evening, November 19, in the Normal Auditorium. The Auditor­ium was well filled "from cellar to garret" with an intelligent, appreciative audience, eager to catch every word that issued from the mouth of the lecturer concerning one of the greatest of scientific discoveries, the knowledge of the practical value of which is still in its infancy. That Liquid Air is not a substance to merely interest, amuse or excite wonder but has in it practical possibilities which may take rank with those of steam or electricity, those who heard the lecture and witnessed the experiments performed will, in general, affirm. As a matter of fact Liquid Air is quite comparable with steam as regards that prop­erty which gives to steam its practical value— its power to expand. Liquid Air is to ordin­ary atmosphere what water is to steam. Water requires a temperature of 212° F. to readily convert it into steam, or the gaseous condition of the water. Liquid Air is 4 'boiled" or readily converted into its "steam," or gaseous condition, at the ordinary atmos­pheric temperature. As water's steam has ex­pansive power, so has Liquid Air's "steam." These may not be scientific statements but they offer food for reflection. Dropping that phase of the question, Liquid Air has many properties that give it some of its practical possibilities, that steam does not possess. One among these is its temperature, 3120 F. below zero. Its tem­perature extends about one-half farther below zero than that of boiling water is above zero. This property gives it value as a local ana­esthetic, so that, in case a certain surgical operation is to be performed, the whole body ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [20] ---------- need not be anaesthetized by chloroform or ether. Because of the absolute dryness of Liquid Air, the parts frozen by it upon thaw­ing do not slough off, but regain their former condition. Liquid Air is composed of two elements, oxygen and nitrogen. Nitrogen returns to the gaseous condition from liquifaction more quickly than does oxygen. This leaves the oxygen, the all essential element in combus­tion, in a free and very condensed state, there­fore extremely ready for its chemical union with the other elements. Immerse some cotton in Liquid Air; upon removing, the nitrogen will pass immediately away into gas, leaving abundance of oxygen with its atoms in close contact with the carbon and other elements of the cotton. Ignite, and in a flash the combuston is complete. The conditions are so favorable that the chemical action is instantaneous. Oxygen has a chemical affinity for almost, if not all, of the other elements. Hence, immerse almost any substance in this free and condensed oxy­gen and upon igniting, combustion will take place. "Steel, iron, and other metals, com­monly regarded as non-combustible, burn in it fiercely." Because of the instantaneous action above referred to, immerse a hydrocarbon, (for the two elements of which oxygen has its greatest affinity), in Liquid Air; confine and ignite, and a powerful explosion will result, an ex­plosion, Hudson Maxim says, which is more powerful than dynamite. The explosive prin­ciple involved in this case is the same as that of dynamite, gunpowder, etc., namely; that it contains enough oxygen ready and anxious, so to speak, to complete its own combustion, and instantaneously liberates gases which oc­cupy upwards of a thousand times the space of the substance which generated them. Liquid Air cannot yet be cheaply and readily manufactured but the probabilities are that the day is not far distant when it can be. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [21] ---------- It cannot be absolutely confined any more than can steam in a boiler with a fierce fire beneath. For the experiments, it is shipped from the factory in Washington, D. C. in insulated vessels which prevent rapid evaporation. We are glad we were afforded the opportu­nity of listening to this lecture on Liquid Air and of witnessing the wonderful experiments. The committee did well in securing the lec­ture as one of the seven numbers of the course. The lecture course presents a phase of education that no true student can afford to miss. May it continue to prosper as it has in the past. | L O C A L S I Miss Margaret Schneider and Miss Gertrude Smith won the scholarship offered by Mrs. Aldwell to the Senior class. * The "Schubert Quartet" sang at assembly Friday morning, Nov. 7. This quartet is composed of Miss Coleman, Miss Ames, Mr. Rice and Mr. Day. The Normal school closed on Wednesday noon for Thanksgiving vacation. Many of the students left on the noon train, others on the boat. Some of them had a delightful (?) time on the return trip. Lilly Carter's mother has moved to the city from Tacoma and Lilly now wears the smile of one who is never homesick. Let us see more of the Normal blue and white at the basket-ball games. And what is the matter with class yells ? Rose is a basket-ball player, Eason's the center you know, Dick Everett does the guarding, 0'I,oughlin is not so slow, Robinson makes the baskets, They play the game with a vim, We are so proud of our basket-ball crowd, They always go in to win. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [22] ---------- Lost—A smile 2 inches broad and 7 inches long intended for one of the Junior girls. The young man can have the same by calling at the librarian's desk and proving property. ACCIDENT ON THE BELT LINE. He put his arm around her waist, His arm so lone and thin, And then withdrew it in great haste. And muttered "Alas that pin !" On Thursday, November 14, Mr. h. A. Jones of the Senior class gave an interesting talk to the students at assembly on the anni­versary of the City of Seattle and the 13th birthday of the state. On Friday, November 14, Mr. Serjant, a teacher from the Philippine Islands gave a talk in assembly. He told of the conditions exist­ing in the Islands when they arrived there and of the work being done there, then he spoke briefly of the possibilities of the Islands, es­pecially in regard to school work. Mr. Ser-jaut's talk was entertaining as it contained many personal experiences, some of which was rather amusing. He gave some practical and usefnl suggestions to the students who may sometime go as teachers to the Philip­pines. After assembly Mr. Serjant visited Prof. Wilson's class in History of Education and at Prof. Wilson's request talked to the class about the schools, the pupils, and various interesting points in the Philippines. Mr. Serjant very cordially invited the class to call at his aunt's, whom he was visiting, and see some of the curios he had brought back. Miss Erne Wheeler entertained the Juniors at her home Friday evening, November 14. All report a delightful time and Miss Wheeler a charming hostess. Mrs. Stalnaker of the class of '02 has been very ill at her home in Ballard. 4 'Bad memories are adding something each week to-the library fund"—said one of the Juniors who returned three one-day books a half day late. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [23] ---------- The Junior class is planning to give a re­ception in the near future. There are also rumors of a play by the Juniors. May Pillman a former student of the Nor­mal has been visiting her sister, Ida Pillman, for a few days. HEARD EST GEOLOGY CLASS Prof. Romine—(callingroll) "MissGruber" Miss Gruber—(waking up after a refresh­ing nap) ' 'Good morning.'' A few moments later— Prof. Romine—"Miss Smart, what is a fossil?" Miss Smart—"I have a faint idea—" Prof. Romine—"O don't faint about it." First girl—"Congratulate me, I have fin­ished David Coperfield." Second girl—(Giving her a pump-handle shake) "So glad, my dear," reflectively "How long has it been since you started—I believe you had it renewed did you not?" First girl—"Yes, been at it for six weeks." The Puget Sound Academy foot-ball team visited the Parthenon Club, November i. After the society Miss Lucy Vestal and Miss Mary Patric, who are graduates of the Academy, entertained the team at an in­formal "Fudge Party" at 507 High street. Miss Elsie Gifford entertained at 507 High street November 29. Among the guests were Miss Cooper, Miss Wilson, Prof. Bowman, Mr. Morris, Mr. Hovies, Mr. O'Loughlin. A very enjoyable time was reported. Miss Bessie Boyer, '02, visited friends in town over Thanksgiving vacation. Miss Bessie Darland spent the Thanks­giving vacation with Miss Ethel Everett at Custer. A number of students have attended the lectures by Dr. Bowman at the Presbyterian church. The lecture Monday night, Decem­ber 1, was ' 'The World at the Time of Christ.»' ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [24] ---------- Attention—Everybody watch out for ' 'The Box of Monkeys." For further particulars ask the Senior class. Prof, in History Class—"Let me see, what was the name of that island near Boston— dimples, dumpies 'er?" Voice in rear room—"Noodles." New Student—"Why are those bells ring­ing?" Old Student (condesendingly)—"Don't pay any attention to them, they just ring to keep the classes awake.'' Knowing that every student in school would like a school pin to wear home at Christmas, some very neat ones have been ordered. They are to be in the form of a pennant with a blue back ground and white letters, W. S. N. S. They will be sold at a price within reach of everyone and we would advise those who wish to secure them to see some member of the Senior class and obtain one as soon as possible. In other words "Go early and avoid the rush." Miss Nell Sears of the Senior class is ill at her home in Fairhaven. We hope to hear of her recovery and to soon see her in school again. The Senior class does not want to lose a good student. Why did Miss Lynn and Miss Gifford, on their return after Thanksgiving, object to a man in the car playing a "Two-Step" in­stead of "Rock of Ages," when there was a landslide on the track in front of them and rocks rolling down on the rear car ? They would have marched through the pearly gates faster to a two-step than to "Rock of Ages." The first number of the lecture course which was by Prof. Patty on Liquid Air was well at­tended. The demonstrations were simply marvelous and seemed like the work of a slight of hand performer. Every one was absorbed in watching the bewildering effects produced by the Liquid Air and were almost ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [25] ---------- ready to believe they were in fairy land, and it seems like a true fairy land of science where liquid air will boil violently on a cake of solid ice, freeze mercury in a hammer with which to drive nails, produce heat 35000 above zero, melt steel in a few seconds and when mixed with a hydro-carbon makes one of the strong­est explosives known. It is an absolutely dry liquid. iAlumni Notes! Susie Arnett is teaching at Mount Vernon. Thomas Korstad is attending the University of Washington. He will graduate in the coming June. Ruth Pratt, '00, who graduated at the U. of W. in '02, is now Mrs. T. E. Doubt and is living in Chicago, where Mr. Doubt, a former member of the University faculty is attending school. All of Miss Gertrude Bell's friends were pained to hear of her death. Miss Bell was a splendid worker of the Utopian Society. Miss Annie Leque accepted a school of ' 'one'' about a week after she graduated last. She is having great .success with her school. Eva Eckerson is teaching the overflow classes of the Washington School—in What­com. Kate M. Schutt is a teacher in the What­com High School. Elnora Oertli is teaching the Fourth grade at the Sehome School of Whatcom. Thomas Monnett is principal of the Friday Harbor School, where Laura Doerrer is teach­er of the intermediate grade. Claire Comstock, once a member of the class of 1902, spent Thanksgiving with friends in Whatcom. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [26] ---------- Ethelyn Luce is the teacher of the Fourth grade in one of the Fairhaven schools. Bstella Fletcher is teaching at Port Gamble. Bessie Griggs ' o i , after a rest of six months has again taken up the rod at Blaine. Maude Hopkins, Laura Sweet and Mrs. Jennie Stalnaker, all graduates of 1902, are teaching in the Ballard schools. They are doing as hard conscientious work as they al­ways did at the Normal. Blanch Charroin is one of the teachers of Everett. Violet Bourgett accepted a position in the Snohomish schools. George Bright was re-elected principal of the schools at Pe Ell, Wn. Allie Muldoon, '01, was in Whatcom dur­ing the Thanksgiving vacation. SMILES, JOKES, ETC. WHO WAS IT ? When waiting for the final day, Who was it that did dare to say The Normal soon will be our prey, The Militia. Who was it that did not worry, Did not even seem to hurry, Although affairs were in a flurry? The Normal. When lining up for action great, Who was it then began to quake, And sighed as they glanced toward the slate? The Militia. Who was it had no thought of fright, Went through the line and did it right, Went and came, but did not fight? The Normal. —Y. M. S., '03. Teacher in Grammar Department—"In the sentence, 'The girl sang a solo which was very well rendered,' what part stands alone?" Pupil—"I should think the girl would have to stand alone." ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [27] ---------- When Mr. Wilson quoted Prof. Jordon's definition of a university as a "gathering of persons interested in each other," one Senior whispered, "I^ets make out a curriculum for Tarn O'Shanter University." The other Tarn — "And start out with ancient history—the study of antique forms of armor." A quotation for some of the observation or practice corps after receiving reports: "There, little girl, don't cry." A quiet story—The garret. "You are a brick," he did aver To Daphne, by his side; "A sort of pressed brick, as it were," She roguishly replied.—Bx. "Patrick, you haven't given fresh water to the gold-fish." "No, Miss, they aint drunk wot they had already."—Ex. "Have you asked Edith's father for her hand?" "Yes." "How did you come out?" "Through the window."—Ex. "Goodness! we'll miss the opera," she said impatiently; "we've been waiting a good many minutes for that mother of mine." "Hours, I should say," he replied, somewhat testily. " 'Ours'!" she cried rapturously. "O, George, this is so sudden." Then she fell upon his neck.—Ex. They were leisurely strolling, one starlit night, On our dear old campus walk; The moon from behind a dark cloud peeped; In low sweet tones they talked. When a piercing cry from a feminine voice, Did rent the still, clear air, As SHE in deepest anguish cried "You've really mussed my hair." —I. X., (with apologies) First Year Student—"What are the school colors?" Junior—(condescendingly) "White and Buff." ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [28] ---------- We hear that all the talent and quietude has been conferred upon the under classmen. We are sorry to know that good things are so rarely appreciated. Wanted—More honor for our dignity.—The Seniors. Ten more days of slow starvation, Then will come the glad vacation, Then we will rush for home And from there we will not roam, 'Till our vacation days are o'er Then we'll come back to work some more. N. B.—This is a rhyme, so don't spend much time; or you will think it is blank verse and feel blank worse. "It is only a step from the sublime to the ridiculous, murmured the professor, who was discussing Psychological problems and acci-dently touched a 'jim crack' and let a curtain drop which disclosed a folding bed. ATHLETICS Since our last issue, athletics at the Normal school have played no inconspicuous part in the shifting scenes that comprise the daily life of the energetic student. The Basket-ball team that won their first hard-fought game from "Co. M," October 24, duplicated the performance in a most credit­able manner, when the same teams met at the Armory hall on the evening of November 14. The game was replete with quick passes and accurate goal throwing. Mr. Eason of the Normal team being especially proficient in the art of landing the sphere within the net. The score stood 15 to 17. Although our first two games deservedly won us the plaudits of the many and the all invigorating smile of the Co-eds, our latest game with the Tacoma Y. M. C. A.—in which we were defeated by a score of 8 to 16 —brought no such great results. However a fast and interesting game was played. The proceeds of the game amounting to $30 will be used to defray the expenses of the team when we have our return game with Tacoma, This game having been scheduled for Decern- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [29] ---------- ber i. On this same trip other games have been arranged for and the team expects to return, and with the advent of the new year, turn a new leaf, upon which in emblazoned symbols will be written the word "Victory." It has been a source of grave wonderment in the past by the advocates of foot-ball that the Normal has not produced a team. It is true that among our ranks we have the bone and sinew and vitality that could unite to form one of the most effectual battering flanks that ever bit the dust of a Whatcom gridiron, but so many of our boys came late in the year, it was nearly impossible to organize such a team. We have two ten-sec­ond men as well as a number characterized by bull-dog tenacity, weight and activity. Next year may we descend and clear the valley of all opposition. The girls have become quite proficient in the basket-ball art, and among their several classes have had exciting games, but perhaps it will not become their good fortune to test their skill with any other team—other than those belonging to the institution. A team picked from the best of the under classes played the senior girls; the former be­ing defeated by a score of 6 to n . Indoor athletic work is much in evidence; the gymnasium being an ideal place for pre­liminary training, preparatory to the field sports. EXCHANGES We have enjoyed our new exchanges. The Inlander is the college paper of the Michigan University and rivals some of our standard magazines for interesting articles and artistic get up. Everett sends us the ' 'snappy'' little Kodak, in many ways it is the leading paper of the secondary schools of the Sound. Interesting articles this month are, the editorial on school spirit in the Argonant; "Women in Japan;" "High School Echo;" ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [30] ---------- The Function of the Letter; The Normal Review;" and "Naturalism and Society in the Inlander." A bore is one that talks about himself so much that you don't get a chance to talk about yourself. Many of the secondary schools are discuss­ing the question of more athletics for girls. "Say, Seedy, thought you took analytics last year." "Idid, faculty encored me though." Ex. Miss Junior— " I guess I know a few things.'' Proud Freshmen, (not to be out done)—"I guess I know as few things as anyone." By the amount of foot-ball talk in the various Normal papers we find we are not the only school teachers who have athletics among them. "Does she read many books ?" "No, but she admires a good many book covers.'' PARTIAL SELECTION. Noon! High noon! Along the level fields The hot, dank soil yields Back the intense sun heat Into the throbbing air, Like some quick heart's impetuous beat. Somewhere, Hark! Somewhere beyond the horizon's arc, Beyond where the city is, A clock begins a boom on boom That parts the grimy, sweat-hung agony, And heals its toil-wounds with a kiss. County ScHool Notes The Whatcom County Teachers' Associa­tion held a meeting at the Broadway Presby­terian church, Saturday afternoon, November 29. The meeting was called to order by the president, L. P. Bennett, of Custer, and after the reading of the minutes of the previous meeting and the report of the Treasurer was \ ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [31] ---------- given, Dr. Colgrove, formerly Professor of psychology at the University of Washington, was introduced and gave an address upon "Attention." The address was replete with psychological truths of practical value and was deserving of a much larger hearing than it received. Teachers and students should not miss hearing Dr. Colgrove whenever the opportun­ity is presented. The next association meeting will be held sometime in February. The pupils of the Deming school did their own janitor work in order that the money paid for it might be used for their library. The directors gave fifteen dollars toward the Library Fund in token of their appreciation of the pupils' efforts. The teachers of the Sumas schools very pleasantly entertained their patrons with an excellent literary program. The event was a social success, there being over twenty visitors. The Nooksack school is reported to be in a very crowded condition. There is an enroll­ment of one hundred pupils with but two teachers. The entertainment given at Mt. View was a success in every respect. The receipts of the evening will be used in the purchasing of a library. The Roeder School is doing very excellent work. It has over fifty pupils in attendance with one teacher. In the November examination held in Whatcom, out of forty-six applicants there were but twenty-four successful. Four of these received First grades. SOCIETIES PARTHENON The Parthenon Club has been giving some very interesting and pleasurable programs at regular Saturday evening meetings. The ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [32] ---------- program committee, Emma Gruber, Earle Morris and Florence Banks, deserves great credit for the efficient way in which they have prepared the programs. Each selection fit in the general scheme of the evenings work and was a systematic proceeding instead of a heterogeneous mass of recitations and papers. The evening on Germany was very enjoyable, and made especially interesting by the ac­count of personal experiences in Germay by Margaret Schneider. The evening's work consisted of a full discussion of Ruskin and among the excellent papers read on this sub­ject were those of Earle Morris, Gertie Smith and Alice Kellog. The Thanksgiving pro­gram consisted of appropriate numbers with a debate on the subject. "Resolved, That Wealth is a Greater Hin-derance to Success than Poverty." The affir­mative was represented by Belle Williams and David Eason, the,negative by Florence Banks and F. W. Rhodes. After a heated and enthusiastic discussion on both sides the matter was referred to the judges who decided in favor of the affirmative. The last regular meeting was held in the auditorium, Friday afternoon in joint session with the Philomathean Club. The program consisted of original selections, the original poem by L,. A. Jones; a paper Originalty, vs. Imitation by Margaret Fleming and the declamation with original delivery by Gertrude Smith were especially worthy of commenda­tion. The Club is now interested in politics as the election of officers occurs at the next meeting and an exciting contest is looked forward to. The presiding officers to be elected will succeed Bertha Ross, President, A. G. Stinson, Secretary. KULSHAN KLUB Miss Ada Myers has left school because of her mother's sickness. With her departure, the Kulshan Klub loses its editor, and one of its most influential members. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December- Page [33] ---------- Although most of the members of the Kul-shan Klub are young, they are profiting by the most excellent adivice of the critic, and the programs rendered are interesting and instructive. Several essays on Grecian archi­tecture have been rendered, and other equally worthy subjects discussed. UTOPIAN The Utopian Literary Club has been doing some very creditable work with its programs. All that have been rendered have proved helpful as well as interesting. A parliamentary drill, for each Friday. This is a very novel idea and we hope it will prove effectual in familiarizing each member with fundamental principles of parliamentary law. The Senior class is looking forward to the play which some of the members will give some time in January. This play will be given in conjunction with the Cecilian club. Concert and a very pleasurable event is antici­pated. The Senior Basket Ball team has disbanded for the present as the under class teams are now settling supremacy among themselves be­fore again meeting the Seniors. A game is expected next quarter in which the tie game between the All Normal team and the Seniors will be played off. The All Normal team is very strong and with practice may gain the championship of the school. The Seniors are very anxiously awaiting the reception, which, it was whispered the Juniors were planning on giving them. The second number of the Lecture Course before a full house Monday evening, Decem­ber 8. It consisted in the reading of Joe Blethen's story uThe Chinook" by Clara Louise Thompson, and in its illustration, as the reading proceeded, by stereopticon views. The combination so harmonized that, upon leaving, one carried with him the im- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [34] ---------- pression that he had witnessed an actual theatrical drama. It was a very great success and certainly well worthy a place on our Lecture Course. The Junior class very pleasurably enter­tained the Faculty, Senior class, and Students with a reception Friday evening, December 12. The guests were ushered through the artistically decorated halls into the auditorium where an interesting program was rendered. The songs by the Junior Glee Club and Belle McRae with the burlesque on an old-fashioned school were appreciated. The rest of the evening was spent in a grand march, led by little Virginia Mathes and Dorothy Eply. F o l l o w i n g this, interesting games were played in the assembly hall, until a late hour when the guests departed, voting the evening a most enjoyable and successful one. e^% ^£3^ * J. N. Selby lt; , Co. m School Supplies Books, Stationery Late Books — Gift Books — Best Books g Come and see us. $ 8 - * m Phone Red 514 1244 Holly Street W ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [35] ---------- Correct ^Styles FOR. * M E N * V J ET us call to your notice our most superb showing of the new styles and novelties in Men's Furnish­ings. F a s h i o n has ordained many decided changes in the ap­parel of the well dressed man, and we will consider it a pleas­ure to show you the proper things in Full Dress Mufflers, Cravats, Shirts, Waistcoats, Gloves, Hos­iery, Opera Crush and Silk Hats. The silk hat, now much worn by good dressers, is shown in the new block. For the Holiday trade we have what is conceded by the ultra-fashionable to be the swellest array of suitable gifts for men yet exhibit­ed in Whatcom. Allerbach's Famous Neckwear, always beautiful, is richer and daintier than ever. Gold a n d Sterling Mounted Suspenders, Bath Robes and Smoking Jackets, Pajamas of Pure Silk, Canes and Umbrellas, Silk and Linen Hand­kerchiefs. If you can find it convenient to make an early selection it will be greatly to your advan­tage. We have Full Dress Suits, Tuxedo Suits and everything pertaining to correct wear for gen­tlemen. Your attention is requested to our select line of Traveling Bags. 15he Red Front Whatcom's Largest Clothiers ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [36] ---------- PIANOS Whickering *\ W *Kiffltoll* D. S. JOHNSTON CO, Whatcom, Wash. W. H. MOCK Undertaker and Licensed Embalmer Undertaking Parlors and Chapel 1202-1206 Slade Bl'k, Elk Street Phones-Office, Red ^ ^ WHATCOM, WASH. Cascade Laundry W. H. DAVIS, PROPRIETOR Fifteen years' experience. We solicit a share of your patronage, and guarantee our work to be first-class. TELEPHONE BLACK 325 Elk St. Bakery A. DUNKER, PROPRIETOR Finest place in the city to obtain Fresh Bread, Cakes and Pies of the finest quality and flavor. 28 Loaves of Bread for $1.00. Free delivery. Phone your order. TELEPHONE BLACK 4 3 1 Branch Store, 811 West Holly. Telephone Black 131. A. Q. WICKMAN ...The Tailor... 1345 Holly Street WHATCOn, WASH. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [37] ---------- f I Peterson Co. 1 I w s lt;* * ^ Must not be overlooked when JJJ jjj you want up-to-date Men's $ * Furnishings # * * I Holly Street WHATCOM | *^99999999999999999999999999999999^ Always at Your Service D e C h a m p l a i n « G r a h a m The Owl P h a r m a cy Telephone Main 2021 Corner Dock and Holly Sts. CITYPROPERTY FARMLANDS Manuf *g Sites Water and Rail Seeing is believing PACIFIC REALTY CO. FAIRHAVEN, WASH. H. S. NOICE FUNERAL DIRECTOR AND EMBALMER . . . O A K L A N D BLOCK... D. J. MCARTHUR, Notary Public H. D. MCARTHUR D. J. mcflrtbur $ Son Real Estate, Loan, Insurance Rental Ag'ts ELK STREET WHATCOM WHOLESALE AND RETAIL MEATS Fresn, SmoKed and Salt TWO NOLTE BROS. MARKETS 105% East Holly Street 805 West Holly Street Phone Red 1881 Phone Main 08 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1902 December - Page [38] ---------- J 1 Pearson Business College All branches taught as in any first-class college. Penmanship unexcelled. Day and evening ses­sions. Call or write. * School Rooms 935 Elk St. Whatcom, Wash. A. L. PEARSON, PRINCIPAL Elk St. Coal and Wood Yard TRUNKEY SON, PROPRIETORS Roslyn and Blue Canyon Coal and Dry Fir Wood deliv­ered to any part of the city. PHONE MAIN 2381 WHATCOM PACIFIC STEAM LAUNDRY ESTABLISHED 1889 FIRST-CLASS WORK GUARANTEED UDNESS ERHOIvM, Props. 'Phone Main 2281 I THE GAGE-DODSON GO. Sell Standard Goods Hart, Schaffner Marx Fine Clothing, Monarch Shirts, Perrin Dent's Gloves, and High Grades of Men's Furnishings. Fischer Building Cor. 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I GROCERIES I * — — ^ — ^ M ^ M ^ M ^ — — ft * * " • ft * WHEN GOODS OR PRICES ARE $ m NOT SATISFACTORY, PLEASE * * RETURN SAME AND MONEY * jj WILL BE REFUNDED Jtjtjtjtjt J * 1 * ft $ $ s « I « £ ^ -1 1 I * ft * ft * .ft m Byron Grocery Co* * #. /' ' * * JJ4 WEST HOLLY PHONE MAIN 200 * ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [3] ---------- Sfce LEADER Furnisher to Her Majesty, the Amer­ican Lady, from head to foot : : : : It's now time to think about Dainty Undermuslins They are shown in our Canoe : : St. Suit and Cloak Rooms : : Prices, 10 Cts to $8.00 per Garment The Shoe Department Canoe Street entrance or through Holly St. Everything in Nobby Footwear for Her Majesty, the American Lady. Sturdy Street Shoes : : Fine Dress Shoes Dainty Dancing Slippers AT THE LEADER Canoe and Holly Sis. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [4] ---------- The Normal Messenger The official paper of the State Normal School of this city. Advertising space at reasonable rates. Management would be pleased to call and give information concerning the same. Address all business communications Che manager, normal School Try Sherman's 200 page Compose tion Book, at 25 Cents. Also, Pen forated Tablet, at 5 Cents J These never fail yoti. Paper Weight—Normal Building—25 Cents. ^HERMAN'S Monro, Blake $ flaskell Always ahead on the best : : : articles of : : : Hardware, Beating, Tinning and Plumbing *£ *£ Itjpays to always buy the best. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [5] ---------- Whatcom Dental Parlors DR. R. I/TBROOK SHANKLIN, Manager The Highest Grade Dental Work at Reasonable Prices. Examination Free. PHONE RED 525 CLOVER BLOCK BlRNEY GOODHEART PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS Rooms t, 2 and3, Red Front Bldg Office 'Phone Main 2231 Residence 'Phone 3231 Office Telephone Main 2061 Residence Telephone Main 3061 W. H. AXTELL PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Office Hours: 11 to 12 a. m., 2 to 5 p. m. PIKE BLOCK—Cor. Elk and Holly WHATCOM, WASH. DR. S. IN". KELLY R E D F R O N T BUIXJDING Rooms 17,18,19 and 20 Office Telephone Main 2141 Residence Telephone Mali : W. D, KIRKPATRICK, M. D. ADDIE F. KIRKPATRICK, M. D. Rooms 16 and 17, Fisher Block 'Phones—Residence, Red 441 —Office, Red 44 A. MACRAE SMITH, M, D. Telephone Red 521 Office, Red Front Building WHATCOM, WASH. FRANK J. VAN KIRK, M. D. Practice Limited to EYE, EAR, NOSE AND THROAT CLOVER BLOCK WHATCOM, WASH. DR L W. POWELL OSTEOPATHIC PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Office, Hannah Block 'Phones-Residence, Black 671 —Office, Red 54 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [6] ---------- DR. J. C. MINTON DENTIST Rooms 9,10 12, Fisher Blk Residence Phone Black 686 Cor. Dock and Holly Office Phone Red 268 DR. C. A. DARLING DENTIST Rooms 18 and 19 Fisher Block Corner Dock and Holly Streets PHONE BLACK 275 WHATCOM, WASH. DR. F. J. GEOGHEGAN DENTIST Rooms 4 and 5, Red Front Block Telephone Red 831 WHATCOM, WASH. MODERN DENTAL PARLORS DR. O. C. GILBERT, MANAGER TT«II„ T»I~ gt;V $ 108 West Holly Street Holly Block J l g 0 5 D o c k s t r ^ t Phone B l a c l c 1871 ALL WORK GUARANTEED DR. G. E. FOSTER OSTEOPATH ALL CHRONIC DISEASES A SPECIALTY Office Hours: 9 to 12 a. m., 1 to 5 p . m. Holly Block 'PHONES—Office, Red 1874 —Residence, Red 82 CONSULTATION FREJB DR. WILBUR N. HUNT Physician and Surgeon OFFICE 'Phones—Office, Black 835 Rooms A and B, Red Front Blk —Residence Red 122 Office 'Phone, Red 471 Residence 'Phone Red 694 CHAS. L. HOLT, M. D. Specialties i Diseases of the Eye, Ear Nose and Throat Rooms land 2 Fisher Block .-«.„., , „ . „„ Will visit patients at their homes WHATCOM, WASH. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [7] ---------- We carry the most complete line of MEN'S FURNISHINGS North of Seattle* Buy your furnishings from up-to-date furnishers «J* •* J» «j* Whatcom. Washington Jill the Latest and Most Correct ...Styles in... PHOTOGRAPHY arm to be found at—— LOTHROP BROS. OUR MOTTO—"Not how cheap, but how good we can make a picture." DOCK ST., WHATCOM PIANOS YOU CAN DEAL WITH US BRIGGS' PIANO AND MUSIC CO. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [8] ---------- Headquarters for Men's and Boys' Clothing, Hats and : : : : Caps, Shoes and Furnishing Goods : : : : Globe £lotbing Company DAN McCUSH, MANAGER 106 Roily Street «««« Ulbatcom Try our Fancy Canned Fruit and Vege- : : : : tables. Quality guaranteed : : : : Hans Pearson ...The Grocer... Wholesale and Retail Prices Right OFFICE, PIKE BLOCK TELEPHONE MAIN 147 ...WHATCOM, WASH... E L D M KLINE Real Estate, Loans and Insurance, City Prop­erty, Farm Lands. Resident Agents of the Aetna Fire Insurance Company. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [9] ---------- FACULTY EDWARD T. MATHES, Pricipal, History and Pedagogy JOHN T. FORREST, Mathematics FRANCIS W. EPLY, Physical Sciences WASHINGTON WILSON, Psychology and Peda­gogy MISS MITTIE U. MYERS, English EDWIN N. STONE, Latin Miss ADA HOGLE, Drawing Miss FRANCES HAYS, Reading and Physical Culture A. P. ROMINE, Bilogical Sciences Miss AVANELLE COLEMAN, 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 Miss MABEL ZOE WILSON, Librarian ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [10] ---------- (— State — s Dormal School WHATCOM j * -WASHINGTON S beautifully located be­tween the cities of What­com and Fairhaven; pop­ulation of the two cities, 20,000; cities have all the modern conveniences; electric cars run within one block of the campus : : : Offers T h r e e R e g u l a r Courses— Advanced elective courses; Special courses in methods; Courses in manual training; Review courses. Prominent Features— Catalogued library; large museum; Physical, chemical, biological laboratories; Stereoptican and darkrooms; Gymnasium, dressing rooms, baths: Manual training department: Large training school, well conducted; Large and beautiful auditorium. A d m i s s i o n and Expenses— Second semester opens February 2, 1903; Students enter at any time; Board and room costs $3.50 to $4.00 per week; Self boarding costs $6.00 to $10.00 a month; No tuition; library fee $10—)£ returnable; Text books are loaned free. CATALOGUE FREE CORRESPONDENCE INVITED Edward T. MatHes Principal ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [11] ---------- Normal Messenger January 1905 THE TRAINING SCHOOL H. J. TROMANHACSKB NTII, February 17, 1902, the train­ing department led a fugitive life in various basement and other rooms of the main building, but upon the happy day mentioned above the staff and children mi­grated gladly into the commodious and comfortable quarters we now occupy. We are no longer fugitives, but ex­pansionists in a principality of our own. To all those through whose instrumentality the training school wing was built, we gratefully acknowledge thanks which must deepen as time shows the wisdom of giving the practice school an independent existence. The aim of the training school faculty- is that the de­partment of practice shall be second to none, that students may see that excellence is a thing attainable through the genius of de­voted labor. The seating capacity is now overtaxed though our present enrollment is short of 200. There are 74 names now upon the waiting list and new ones being added constantly, so that another year will hardly roll away be­fore the number of pupils admitted will reach its final limit of 250. This will mean also the employment of another critic Miss Ear- I ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [12] ---------- hart, the principal of the grammar depart­ment, is carrying three grades, Sixth, Seventh and Eighth; Miss Bratton, principal of the in­termediate is carrying three grades, Third, Fourth and Fifth, Miss Montgomery of the Pri­mary department has charge of the receiving class and Second grade. Ultimately each critic will have charge of two grades, but with heavier classes in each. This arrangement will make possible a closer supervision of the work of each grade and will also provide larger classes for every student-teacher in the house, which is a con­summation devoutly to be wished. The per­sonnel of the pupil—body is varied. What­com and Fairhaven are of course most largely represented, but there are pupils from both adjacent and remote parts of the state. Seat­tle, Olympia, Maple Falls, LaConner, Belfast, Machias, Stanwood, Ellensburg and other towns have sent children, who either live with relatives or board in town in order to at­tend. Not a few of the parents disirous of sending children have volunteered to buy any kind of seat required if only room could be provided, but their generous and well-meant offers have been of necessity declined. It is the general policy of the Training School to admit and retain only such pupils as show themselves possessed of desirable traits be­cause that in the nature of things a practice school is hardly the place for reformatory discipline. It is nevertheless true that some pupils with unenviable records behind them have been admitted upon well-defined condi­tions that their conduct and application to duty should subsequently prove beyond re­proach. This supplies a strong stimulus for improvement and never has a pupil been dropped from the lists unless for persistence in wrong-doing. Personal cleanliness of body, thought and speech are considered of para­mount importance. For those not enjoying bathing facilities at their homes, baths are freely provided, and any child has the privilege ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [13] ---------- of a refreshing bath at any time he desires. Many children have availed themselves from time to time of the means thus provided for their comfort and convenience. We have found little fellows asking for a bath when they have not had one for weeks at a time. Children who are taught to hate dirt in one form will hate it in other forms. Telling the plain truth is also emphasized. Children are given to understand that no matter what their infractions of discipline, etc., may be, they are expected to state the facts without reserve. They are also taught to consider that their words will be believed and it is rare, indeed, that a child is discovered in a lie or any other convenient subterfuge. They not only tell the truth, but calmly accept penalties en­tailed thereby. Dr. Thomas Arnold believed his boys and they rarely deceived him. A child honors confidence reposed in his in­tegrity. Courtesy and consideration for the rights and feelings of others are characteristics which are carefully fostered. Boys are taught to be chivalrous to gills and girls to be worthy of respect and deference. Trust­worthiness is also cultivated. Pupils are trained to live above watching, to be self-controlled and self-directing by honest mo­tives. It is not unusual for pupils to conduct a recitation by themselves, one of their num­ber being chosen "teacher." This is par­ticularly true of the German classes from which the supervisor is often called by other and urgent business. The discipline of the Training School lays no claim to perfection, but it does lay claim to sincerity and "thor-oughgoingness." Nonsense and timewasting are wholly discountenanced but healthy, happy activity is encouraged by every possible means, and well-doing is ungrudgingly re­warded with respect and esteem. Respect and honor for parents are also inculcated. Helpfulness in the home is emphasized and girls are trained to regard a knowledge of housekeeping as a most essential part of a sensible woman's education. (To be continued in the next isssue.) ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [14] ---------- MRS. BROWNING'S POEMS ARE IN HARMONY WITH HER. AGE. uperficially thinking one would say that poetry is, in its very essence, feminine, the graceful and easy expression of the woman thought. But looking over the pages of literature, such a thought meets the con­tradicting fact that there are, and have been so very few women poets. Elizabeth Barrett Browning stands almost alone. To be in harmony with his age the true poet has to be the exponent of the age that is, must be in­terested in its great movements—social and political reforms; and also the herald of the age yet to be. For poet and prophet are one now, just as they were in the days of Isaiah, because to be a poet is to be the interpreter of things unseen. So Mrs. Browning was a real poet for humanity because she voiced what was highest and best in the age in which she lived and thrilled the world with a longing for higher and better things in the years to be. Mrs. Browning established these first principles of authorship harmonious with her age by her interest in what was taking place around her. Her attention and sympathy were aroused by the suffering of the children employed in the great mills of England, and it would seem that none could resist the plea made for these little sufferers by the poet in "The Cry of the Children." The crime of child labor exists in a portion of our own country, so the message of the poem still lives and isN equally applicable after the years that have passed. Mrs. Browning's pen was ever ready to rebuke the instigators of wrong and the perpetrators of injustice along other lines. Her response, "The Runaway Slave," to a request to contribute a poem to the American Press is the beginning of the crusade in be­half of society's wretched unfortunates which is continued in so many forms in the religion and ethics of the day. Socialism and all its affinites are all only bungling attempts to $ ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [15] ---------- bring about the reforms whose keynote is touched in "Aurora Leigh" where the suffer­ings of the poor are dealt with as a foremost problem of the age, and when the high born, gifted Aurora Leigh finding Marion Erie an outcast through the treachery of the wicked Lady Waldemar, befriends the unfortunate woman in her extremity and cares for her as a sister. In "A Thought for a Lonely Death­bed" the author sets a beautiful example of love for the sick and dying. Inspired by these lines, in which the very spirit of love is embodied, who knows how many have re­turned to cheer the sick and suffering, and carry them the beautiful evangel of hope? Mrs. Browning always endeavored to hold up high standards of living. She did not try to satirize the social world, to hold the faults of the age up to ridicule and condemnation, and have the picture transfixed for public con­tempt. Byron's caustic pen did this and left the moral atmosphere contaminated. But Mrs. Browning's kindlier art not only un­sparingly showed the wrong, but also turned human nature's lovelier side, and with deli­cate skill pictured the qualities that might re­deem. Several of her later poems were in­spired by the exciting events in Tuscany of which she was an eager witness. In "Casa Guidi Windows," "An August Voice," "Napoleon III. in Italy," Mrs. Browning protests against the wrongs practiced against Italy by the other nations and also condemns the defects of the Italian Government. Further, she forcibly urges the great nations to adopt mutually beneficial altruistic meas­ures, and to abolish on the part of any one nation, a policy that is in any way a menace to any other, no matter how immediately helpful it may be to the wealth of that nation. There is a very exalted vein of patriotism in a number of Mrs. Browning's poems, espe­cially is this seen in "Mother and Poet" which embodies some of the highest senti­ment to be found in this author's writings. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [16] ---------- It is the agonized outcry of a mother's love as it is crucified for the emancipation of the dear Fatherland. It is one of the few poems im­mortal just because it is the fervent expression of real heart break. "The Young Queen" "Victoria's Fears" are delicate studies of ap­preciation of the youthful Queen of England. There is a Christianity of art in Mrs. Brown­ing's depiction of characters in that she exalts the personal virtues; she places before the imagination of her readers characters whose lives cannot fail to arouse some love for what is best. The moral awakening of Aurora L,eigh to the duties of life, and of her cousin, Romney Iyeigh in his concept of bettering the poor and untaught, of Peter in ' 'Memory and Hope'' is something more than didactic teach­ing or sermonizing; it is giving to the best lessons the Promethean spark of life. Types of heroism are presented in ' 'A Forced Re­cruit," "King Victor Emanuel," "Isabel's Child." The beauty of the higest type of character is shown in "A Court Lady," "The Virgin Mary to the Child Jesus," "Garabaldi." The poetry of Mrs. Browning is more than mere art because she dealt with questions that were fundamental, questions that were vital in their importance to the af­fairs of the day. In dealing with these ques­tions by embodying her ideals in attractive forms Mrs. Browning adds the appreciation of what is best, the inspiration of a desire for the attainment of these noblest things. Few be­lievers in the Divine Father can study the poems of Mrs. Browning without feeling their faith in His ever abiding goodness strength­ened. Mrs. Browning's harmonious relations to the age in which she lived are shown by the fact that her influence was always bene­ficent, refining, uplifting. It is a common thing to hear it said that the higher educa­tion is not suited to the growth of womanly qualities. Mrs. Browning was a complete refutation of this fallacy. Mrs. Browning ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [17] ---------- was well skilled in scientific learning and thoroughly trained in the classics. But the depth of womanly feeling, the true pathos, the generous lofty sentiment of her verse prove that the feminine mind best trained by study can feel most tenderly and write most strongly. Critics say that Mrs. Browning wrote too much for excellence and that her poems need condensing. She might have re­turned her verses to the anvil as Horace de­crees and polished them more according to rule, but, in the process, they would have lost their fire. She did not write to exalt her own name as a poet, but to right the wrong of the age in which she lived, and so her rela­tion to that age is that of the philosopher, re­former, poet, and prophet. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [18] ---------- Che normal messenger Published Monthly By the Students of THE STATE NORMAL SCHOOL WHATCOM, WASHINGTON £ 5 : ^SON.^5 ' ^ BCSXKBSSMAKAOBRS. EDITORIAL STAFF F. W. RHOADES, '03 Editor-in-Chief BEU,E WIWJAMS, '03, Parthenon/ Titw««r GERTRUDE SMITH, '03, Utopian... j i,uerary MARY PATRIC, '0? Y. W. C. A J T^cala ALICE CURRIE, '05, Soronian j i^ocais ETHEL EVERETT, '04, Aurora, Alumni STATIRA BIGGS, '03, Chilic Exchanges ERNEST W. O'LOUGNLIN, '04, Philomathean Athletics MINNIE SHUMWAY, '04, Alcott School Notes ADA MYERS, '05, Kulshan Miscellaneous EARL S. MORRIS, '03, Parthenon Staff Artist TERMS—FIFTY CENTS A YEAR Address all communications to the Editor-in-chief, Whatcom, Wash. Application has been made for entry at the Whatcom Postoffice, as second-class matter. VOL IV JANUARY J903 NO. 3 Since our last issue a new year has dawned upon us. Nineteen hundred two has been relegated to the past and now belongs only to history. Our records in so far as it is con­cerned have all been made and cannot be altered. But the record book of nineteen-hundred- three lies spread out before us and locked up within each one of our souls is the history which we shall individually write upon its pages. It is not fixed as yet but is subject to ourselves how it shall be written. The materials are within us, we determine, individually, what use we shall make of them. In view of these facts, the dawning of a new year is a fitting time in which to look in upon ourselves and to look out upon the world with the purpose of determining what our indi­vidual needs are and what our individual actions must be to best conform our lives to the upbuilding and betterment of the world. As we are students we recognize that our present needs for this purpose of best serving the world are pre-eminently educational qual­ifications, and so it is our special duty to so direct our present activities that we may make the most of the advantages offered by one of ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [19] ---------- the greatest educational institutions of the state. We are here preparing ourselves for the world's service during the life that we shall be permitted to live in it. This efficiency of that service depends upon the quality and quantity of our preparation. The quality and quantity of our preparation depend upon our habits of study and life while here. There­fore if it is our ambition to serve the world to the greatest extent, (and that should be the ambition of every human being living in it), we should highly resolve, at this beginning of a new year, upon the best habits of school life and study that lie within our power to form. It is a fact worthy of our consideration as students that a greater degree of preparation for life's services is needed this year than ever before in the world's history. This is true because the world is at a higher stage of civilization than ever before, and the number of human activities have consequently multi­plied. It is apparent that in a low stage of civiliza­tion the human wants are few, and the activ­ities necessary to supply those wants are con­sequently few. The preparation necessary to meet the demands of such a civilization, it is evident, is less than the preparation necessary to meet the demands of a civilization full of human activities. And so it is that for an equal degree of service we need a higher degree of preparation than was ever before needed. * * * • The next lecture of the course is announced to be given at the Normal auditorium Feb­ruary 6. It is to be upon the subject "Sher­man's March to the Sea" and will be deliv­ered by Gen. O. O. Howard who was second in command of the Union forces in that memorable historical event. To the lovers of history this will probably be the best number in the course. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [20] ---------- VTHEN NOBODY CLSE, IS AROUN*. Did ye ever set down by the river When nobody else wuz aroun' An' watch the willows quiver An' lisen ter every soun'? En ye thought ye wuz all by yerself When nobody else wuz aroun', Until some sly little feathery elf Peeped out in a jacket o' brown. An' sed ter ye plain, as out he peered, With his curious roun' little eyes, "I'll sing ye a song as never ye heered Ef ye don' make any noise. Then way deep in those branches I'll twitter an sing ter you." I tell ye them er rare chances An' they only come ter a few. Fer ye must love ter lissen An' set quiet like an' still, Or likely ye'll be a missin' The very sweetest trill. An' then cums a saucy chipmunk, Who cums mos' cautiously near, An' peeks 'roun' an ol, burnt tree-trunk An' thinks ye looks so queer. But when he finds ye won't harm 'im He cums quite close ter play An' runs aroun' til ye 'larm 'im, Then quickly he scampers away. But trios, of all yer love ter see, As yer settin' there in ther shade, Is the timid rabbit 'at don't see ye Or else he'd be afraid. Then when he's hoppin' so slow an' queer Ye whissle quiet an' low, Until he stops with a charmed sort o' fear, A kind o' hating to go. Oh! them er the moments at ye love bes' When nobody else aroun', An' ye can yer love fer Natur' confess Which comes from the heart, deep down. An' ye may be sure she'll hear ye, Ef it comes from a heart 'at's true, An she'll to her heart receive ye An' tell ye her secrets, too. So Natur's always near ye, If nobody else aint along, An' you may be sure she'll hear ye Ef ye say anything 'at's wrong; Or think anything 'at ye ought not About year neighbor or frien' Fer ye were certainlv taught not, An' Natur' 'ill understan'. —B. M. W. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [21] ---------- LOCALS. Miss Cooper visited friends in Oregon. A popular question is "How did YOU get back?" What is the key note to good manners ? B natural. Miss Lelia Duffy of the first year has left school. Miss Grace Huntoon visited the Normal January 6. Miss Emma Clanton is expected back next summer. A popular song "Oom-Fa-ha" for partic­ulars call on Ye Editor. Ralph Whitcomb has left school and is teaching school al Goshen. We are glad to number Miss Carrie Temple again among students. Mr. Dick Everett has not yet returned to school on account of the sickness, of his father. Miss Alice Carmen was called home Jan­uary 7 on account of the death of her brother. Each student who went home for the holidays returns with a tale "washouts on the lines.'' Zoe Stangroom has left school and ex­pects to spend the remainder of the winter in California. Young lady (playing ping pong)—"Are you thirty, love?" He—"No, but I will be next birthday." Miss Lula Robinson has the measles and has not yet returned to school, but she is ex­pected to return in time for "The Box of Monkeys." Eight new students have entered school since Christmas. Miss Rose Woods, Miss Pettijohn, Miss Duxberry, Clifford Bangs, Howard Bowley, Roy Bowley and Mr. Pierce. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [22] ---------- The school pins have arrived and are selling rapidly. The seniors are sorry that the students could not have them to wear home, but "delays are unavoidable" the rail­road campanies tell us. The junior reception was a decided suc­cess, every one reporting a good time. The district school was very amusing. The Junior Glee Club was well trained and the girls were a credit to the class. A modern philosopher says you seldom see real concentration until you observe the Normal students reading the notices on the bulletin board. They will stand and block­ade the hall and nothing less than a washout, a landslide, or flood, will move them. Geology class—Prof. Romine—"You may call the entire order Sauria, that is a basket you can all fall in and save yourselves, is it not?" Voice in the rear of the room "Yes, if we leave our feet hanging out" Miss Bratton, Miss Montgomery and Miss Breckenfelt would like the service of a cheap boy to direct them to their numerous boarding . places for their various meals each day in the week. None but an "abstract thinker" need apply. On December 16 at the home of Mrs. Near, Miss Effie Rear and Miss Belle Wil­liams entertained their friends in honor of their birthdays. All report a delightful time. The conundrums to be answered with the names of the members of the Senior class were especially good. On the morning of December 19 Repre­sentatives Moultray, Roth, Merrill, Griffith, and Edens visited the Normal and attended the exercises in general assembly. Miss Baker's talk was very appropriate and ap­preciated by all. The entire student body regreted that Miss Hays and Miss Cole­man did not respond to encores. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [23] ---------- Realism in Art—little Visitor: (pointing to a large oil portrait) "Whose picture is that?" Little Hostess: "She was my mamma's great aunt. I never heard much about her, but I guess she was a school teacher." Little Visitor: "Why?" Little Hostess: "See how her eyes fol­low us about." The week after vacation Dr. Bowman and Mr. Wilson gave some interesting talks in General assembly on the Venezuela question and the Monroe Doctrine. Dr. Bowman con­fined his talks to the history of the interest which the powers have taken in Venezuela, and the points at issue at the present time. He also gave an interesting history of the Monroe Doctrine and the necessity from a com­mercial standpoint. Mr. Wilson followed with his thought confined to the same subject from a philosophical standpoint. WHAT THE FACULTY DID DURING THE VACA­TION. Miss Coleman visited friends in Seattle and Tacoma. Doctor and Mrs. Mathes spent Christmas day in the mountains. Miss Tromanhauser spent her vacation with friends in Tacoma. Miss Hogle read a paper at the associa­tion on "Manual Training." Prof. Bowman attended the association and visited friends in Tacoma. Miss Barhart spent the holidays with friends in Portland, and was unable to return to her work until Tuesday. Prof. Wilson was down to the association and spent a few days in Seattle,.the remainder of the time he was in Whatcom. Prof. Stone attended the State Teachers' Association in Seattle and visited his old classmate, Rev. C. Mears, of Snohomish, ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [24] ---------- Miss Hays was at the association. She is now in Wenatchee attending the Teachers' association, which is in session at that place. Miss Bratton, Miss Montgomery, Miss Baker, Miss Myers, Miss Wilson, Prof. Romine, Prof. Forrest and Prof. Eply spent the vacation in Whatcom. Alumni Notes. Pearl L,ee, '01, spent her vacation in What­com. Hattie Pratt is teaching in the Lincoln school. Mary McBride is teaching in the Sehome school. Alice Nichols is teaching in the Everett schools. Calla Monlux, 'oi, retained her last year's position. Ethel Siders, 'oi, is teaching in one of the Seattle schools. Laura Sweet spent the holidays in What­com with her parents. Edith Fouts is one of the Whatcom teach­ers, in the Sehome school. Miss Jessie Lawrence spent a few days in Seattle during her vacation. Pauline Jacobs again resumed her position in the Washington school of this city. Florence Griffith was re-elected to her last year's position in the Columbia school, What­com. Margaret Clark, 'oo, did not resume her former position as teacher in Everett schools on the account of ill health. Grace Huntoon, during her week's visit in Fairhaven, was again welcomed by her many friends at the Normal. She has re-com­menced work in a school near Seattle. May Gilligan, who taught a short term of school at Fir, has accepted a position as as­sistant teacher of the Fourth and Fifth grades of the Sehome school, Whatcom. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [25] ---------- Athletics At this stage of the season it is only fitting and proper for us of athletic trend to state that weather is king. Owing to its unstable con­dition we are unable as yet to make any ma­terial advancements toward field sports, and consequently, at this writing, all energies are being bent in the prodigious enervating task of preparing the second basket ball team for a bout with the second team of Company M. In this connection perhaps it would not be amiss to recount the trials and episodes of Team No. i, which upon the 30th of December last, with the spoils of former victories in their wallets and hope at its heighth, disdain­fully saluted the bay cities and turned to con­quer in fields wherein greater contentions were at stake. How three successive games were played in the city of Tacoma, how in each we met defeat; how the journey deeply affected our pecuniary interests; and how landslides and washouts bitterly checked a hasty and secluded retreat are trivial incidents which we are loath to relate; but might easily recall when we are to grow reminiscent. Despite these conditions the team will always cherish the greatest respect for the various teams against whom they contended, as no effort was spared upon their part to ex­tend to us a most cordial welcome, this was exemplified in placing at our disposal any of their material that would assist Us in our un­dertaking. Athletics will assume a position of greater importance as the season advances; good ma­terial is now in sight for a strong baseball team, and some of our more agile students are anticipating some effective track work. Plans for a Basket Social to assist the boys in clearing the little debt which they have contracted are now being agitated. Great enjoyment will accrue from this feature if their plans not nipped in its bud. Further details will be given at a later date. In the meantime save your pennies for the event of the season, as a liberal patronage is still cheap at the expense of an enjoyable evening. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [26] ---------- HOW THE NORMAL GIRLS SPENT THE HOLIDAY VACATION. A company of students from Everett and York, who were delayed as they were return­ing to the Normal, by the bad condition of the Rhoades, decided to entertain themselves while they waited, by relating How they spent the vacation. Bessie said that she tried to be of Service while she was at home, and so helped her father by cutting out a Gross of small pieces of Zink. Mary, said "When I went home I told my mother that I was sick of having to depend on the Baker, and that I wanted to learn to Cook. I made some Graham gems that were very good, only they tasted rather Egge. I made a Hart shaped Tart. I know you would Grant—ham, Ear,- hart, and any other meat, nice, the way I pre­pare it. My mother told me to cut the fishes' heads off below the Gill before I Fry them; and that she always Sears a Fowler Bird, be­fore she dresses it. If you have never been able to eat an Olive, I'll Wager you could the way I prepare them." She did not have time to Staight how this was, however, for she was interrupted by a Grace—ful Young lady, who said, "My friends all know that I Love—-joy, so they gave me a surprise party, and brought me several presents, a Pearl handled pen knife, ring with a Ruby in it, a beautiful Rose, a Daisy, a Pansy, a Violet and some Myrtle or other Green leaves. They asked me to play a March, and we sang 'Little White Lilly Sat by a Stone.' One girl did nothing but Brag; and when we came to the end of the song her Do—ran an octave too low. My Lynnet sang until it nearly brought tne House down with its Pierce Little voice." Then Velma broke in with Ar—nett, that will do! I want to tell about my visit to the Moorman Temple, where I saw several Noble, old men, Peter—son, and grandson, James-son, and grandson; and John—son, and grand­son. Anyone would know that every one of ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [27] ---------- them was a Freeman from the way he walked into the Church. Leah said that she wished to learned as much about the various trades as she could in a Short time, so when she went home she went to see the Plummer, Potter, Miller, Cooper, and black—Smith work. She added "Will—is a Taylor, or, as he is German, a Schneider. Flora learned to Currie a horse; and studied the various kinds of Hays in the Hay—den; and went with the Shepherd to take some wool to the Mills. Lucy learned to play Ball; and Julia said that she nearly went Starck mad trying to learn to ride a Ferris Wheel—er bicycle. She said that one Day she ran into a Post and hurt herself so badly that she sat on her mother's Lapp until Knight came. She remarked that if ever she had to Rear a girl, she would teach her to ride a bicycle before she was too old to cry over a Little hurt. Her face Bode tears, and she said she wished she could have Lane in a Coffin. Minnie went to the Forrest and tapped a maple tree in Hopes of getting some Sweet Sapp, but a Little boy who was going by said uSa—die know 'At wood aint de Wright kind o' maple?" Another Smart Little girl put on her Mackintosh and went out in the rain and planted some Kale and Millet. A Keen Young lady persuaded a Car—man to be her Bow—man and take her into the R o ­utine where a Collier was at work. She said the Cole—man had often told her about that wonderful mine. Two girls who had some Boggess Nichols went to a store and asked to see a Webb of Brand new cloth that would be good for making a Monty Carlo. They wanted a Little Moore than five yards. When they paid for it the clerk said O Shaw! Go— ugh with that money! Give me some good money or I will have to Dunn you. They replied that it was the change that the Pill— man had given them. The clerk replied, "I have no time for de—Bates." Then they ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [28] ---------- asked, "Wil—sonshine fade the goods?" When they were assured that the color was durable, they took it and paid good money for it. A Vestal virgin who had been sitting back by the Wall suddenly straightened up and said, "I'll Grant all you have said is True, but I am tired of your Pratt—le, and if I May, I'll tell you a story that will Shock— ey." A Stout Auld lady And—er—son and I started out Hunt—ing, but when we came to a bad Marsh and Myers, she declared that she would Strand if she went any further; so she returned home Agan, and we Prest—on. We had not gone far when we saw a Knight Haack. I did not know whether to shoot it on the Wing—er wait until it lit. I fired, and of course missed it. But the next time I was more successful; I saw a Little Brown and White Dickey Bird on a tree that stood a Long way off on the Banks of a Pond. I shot it, and the Cox comb who was with me started on a Trott after it; but as he was crawling through a Loop in the wire fence, his coat caught on the Barks and he had to wait until I set him free. He did not Ware rubber boots, so of course got his feet wet. He obtained the prize, however; and when I saw the Downey Little Birdie, I was sorry that I had killed it, and commenced to Pett— e t " When she had finished, the others ex­claimed, "Is that So Relle?" Exchanges We do not think we are capable either mentally or physically, to pass our criticism on every exchange we receive. Know that we welcome you all and hope you will not be hurt if we do not give each one the valuable (?) advice of a schoolma'am. A person who will not subscribe to his own paper, but reads it over the shoulder of a friend, is so short that you can tie his necktie to his shoe string.—Kx. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [29] ---------- In Chemistry—"Have you seen her?" "No, but Kerosene her, and I gas she has not benzine since."—Ex. The Normal Messenger is rather too weighty a paper, but it's style is very at­tractive.— Ex. We were disappointed in the Kodak's prize story; we expected a better production. Why was the Olympia not in existence sooner? It is certainly alive and progressing. The statements at the head of the literary de­partment show depth of thought. We recommend the Deutsch story in the Wa-Wa to our German students. Teacher—(In History) "Why do they have a seat of war?'' All Knowing Senior—"For the standing army to sit on."—Ex. Some things that pleased us. The stories in the High School Bell and the Olym­pia; the number of contributors to the Spinster; the publication of work from the English classes; the article on the reading of daily papers in the Normal Eyte, the cover design of the Polytechnic; the Snide Talks by Mrs. Ad-Viser in the Pacific Wave. How­ever, we are not so pleased with the amount of dialect and supposed rhythm that is to hide a lack of literary merit. Once a Freshman was cast on an African shore, Where a cannibal monarch held sway; And he served up the Freshman on slices of toast On the eve of that very same day. But the vengeance of Heaven followed swift on the act; And before the next morning was seen, By ceolera morbus the tribe was attacked For that Freshman was terribly green. —Ex. The University of Washington is the champion of the Pacific Northwest in football, having an unbroken string of victories for this season. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [30] ---------- Laconic Club A recent organization among some of the students is the Laconic club which was formed on the first day of the year. The club meets at stated intervals, having had its initial meet­ing at the home of Miss Winnifred Ingles. The first part of each meeting is spent in promoting the accomplishment of the object for which the club was formed; the rest of the time being passed with amusements and short musical and literary programs. Parthenon Last Saturday evening the program was postponed and the evening was spent in elec­tion of officers. This was very exciting as there were two political parties in the field and while one gained the victory in the first of the nominations they were overwhelmed at the last. The officers elected are: David Eason, Pres.; Mary Patric, Vice-Pres.; Belle Williams, Sec.; Isabelle McRae, Treas.; Em­ma Gruber, Att'y Gen.; Pinckney White, Marshal; Mrs. Temple, Chairman of Program Committee. After election the meeting was adjourned when a social time was enjoyed. Ping pong and games were indulged in and later a luncheon was served. The club had as faculty guests, Miss Hays, Miss Baker, Miss Hogle. An entertainment will be given January 23, 1903, under the auspices of the Senior class and a very good program is promised. The first half of the entertainment will consist of a concert by the Cecilian club, ladies octette and solos by Mr. Heber Jerauld Ingle, Bari­tone, of Seattle. Miss Coleman has been working up some very fine selections with the Cecilian Club and a musical treat is assured. Mr. Ingle is a well-known baritone singer of Seattle and his solos alone will be well worth coming for. The second half of the evening will be given to the Senior class play, "A Box of Monkeys.'' This is a comedy of great ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [31] ---------- merit and though the Seniors had a hard time getting the monkeys boxed, they now are satisfied that it will very good. The monkeys are Miss Cooper, Miss Bertha Ross, Miss Statira Biggs, Mr. O'Laughlin and Mr. Musser. The Seniors are deserving of a good attendance and all the students should make a special effort to attend. Student rates are twenty-five cents and outsiders thirty-five cents. Seats reserved without extra charge. Let every loyal student turn out and see a good entertainment. Jokes We don't want to buy your drygoods, We don't like you any more. You'll be sorry when you see us, Going to some other store. You can't sell us any sweaters, Four in-hand or any fads, We don't want to trade in your store, If you won't give us your "ads." Miss Baker—"Are there any problems you can't get?" F. D. K.—"I got all but the last fifteen." Why don't the man in the moon get mar­ried? He only gets a quarter a week and he saves that to get full on at the end of the month. Teacher—"Johnny can you tell me how iron was discovered?" Johnny—"Yes, sir; I heard pa say yester­day that they smelt it." Dr. Mathes—"Mr. Hoyies, go into Dr. Bowman's room and get some chairs." Mr. Hovies (returning). "Dr., they're all full in there." Dr. M. (surprised)—"They are!!" Mr. H.—"I mean the chairs are all full". "He vowed her beauty, like a star, Had fired the breast of him, He made this statement to her pa, Who fired the rest of him." ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [32] ---------- Between Bites in tne Base- „ ment at 12:00 M. Is any inspired mortal who can see humor in tragedy and the funny side to seriousness, a trip to the ladies lunch room in the basement, at noon, would certainly start the risibles. Upon entering the large sunny apartment, you find the walls lined with long benches upon which are seated the formerly jolly students. But alas, sad news has certainly arrived by the last delayed mail for the melancholy part of the countenances and the lugubrious expression of the eyes, emphatically impresses you of the fact that something awful is going to happen. If you dare break the awe inspiring silence with speech, all mournful eyes are turned your way and you are convinced of the fact that every one knows that you wrote up five ob­servations in one night and cut two classes next day to copy that essay. When you have reached your seat and un­pack your lunch, carefully poising your cup of cocoa on your lap, you look about you, still the cynosure of all eyes. You observe the students from the boarding house, eating together and amiably wondering if their land­lady is going to give them "the same old thing" every day. Here and there are older students eating with their younger sisters from the Training department. In the best places you will find the digni­fied Seniors seated with their mammoth lunch boxes, gravely discussing the latest "slam," which they have received from those in the habit of "slamming" that worthy class. They are so used to it that they cannot even get into a heated discussion with the usual rash assertions, but they sigh wearily, take get bites of pie, and look resigned. The only bright ray of hope lies in the fact that they need not hurry but have plenty of time to consume the three meat sandwiches, two of jam, one egg or "hunk" of meat, glass ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [33] ---------- of sauce, two cookies, one large or two small pieces of cake, five pickles, one chunk of cheese, one piece of pie, nuts, one apple or orange and cup of cocoa which constitutes the average Senior lunch. Observe the healthy looks of the Seniors who looks bright and rosy under the heaviest loads. Also observe the pale spiritless under­classmen who sits up until all hours of the night struggling with unsystematized work, brings little or no lunch and says that school is killing her. It ought to for the curriculum is made out for students possessing a few grains of sense, specially related to their health. This cannot apply, however, to the poor, long suffering Juniors whom you will find in the corner of the room, on the floor, excitedly discussing current events: President's speech, observation books and basket ball. They carry their lunch in their pockets, and the little oblong package tied with a string, measures about six inches long, four wide, and four deep and contains a sandwich, a piece of cake and an apple. It is not their fault that their menu is thus curtailed but they must get at those notebooks and have no time for such a trivial affair as "grub." The under classmen are scattered around the room, the new students looking scared; the con­genial spirits whispering solemnly over their cups of cocoa, and you can almost fancy that they are saying, "Poor man doesn't he look natural" and "what a large funeral"—and it certainly is the funeral of Sociability for though he reigns supreme and sometimes too supremely in the upper halls, yet he is laid tenderly away when entering the basement, and one murmurs at the door, "Leave all smiles and jokes behind, who enter here." One of the new students who entered after Xmas, is still debating whether hazing is still carried on in school or that the Seniors are extraordinarily effusive in welcoming new Normalites. One of the Seniors coming ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [34] ---------- through the Auditorium lobby from assembly the other morning saw in the distance the green waist and white collar of one of her congenial spirits who was standing alone with her back toward her. Rushing up, the affec-tionable Senior bestowed upon the lone figure, an athletic hug of the Bruno type. What was her astonishment and horror when the figure had gained its equilibrium and turned, to behold a face never before gazed upon in the dumfounded Senior's short career. The poor victim when last seen, was wending her way dizzily to the Rest Room. Wanted—(by Miss Gruber) that misplaced hug. New Year's resolutions heard in and around the halls. Mrs. T.—'03—I resolve to watch those boys of the Parhenon club more closely and see that none shirks his duty in getting the girls home. W. R.—'03—I firmly resolve to discard my green and red neckties and also to make less noise in saying good night. Ethel B.—'04—I resolve to show less "appreciation" of friends with cute brothers. Edna B.—-'06—I think I shall yell for the Seniors this year as it didn't do any good to yell against them last year. Kirk P.—'05—I shall swear off on room 5 and transfer to room 7. Cassie G.—'05—I swear off eating olives and washing doilies on Saturday. The Junior Flower.—I resolver to muster up courage and smile at the girls once a week. Buff I. h.—1*04—I resolve never to tell Senior girls' ages again, any way not by the paper. Emma G.—'03—I am going to swear off on bulletins from the post office. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [35] ---------- Olive B.—'03—I am going to swear off on politics this year, they are too strenuous. Issabelle Mc.—'04—I resolve to discard the funny expression on my face, and try to look as though life were a grind. Florence B.—'04—I am going to swear off on Parliamentary law and just see what the Parthenon club will come to. Buxton D.—'04—I resolve to show those Junior girls that if I wake up, the awakening will be cruel for them in class meeting. Bess D.—'03—I swear off washing my mittens and getting up spreads. Sonny J.—'03—I swear off rubbing the skin from my hands when amused. Belle W.—'03—I promise to keep out of the next thing gotten up and to look before I hug. Alice K.—'04—I swear off running over little people in the hall. Myrtle W.—'04—I swear off curling my hair. Karl M.—'03—I am going to bestow more attention on the Senior girls and less on Juniors. The F. J. C's meet in the basement in great secrecy and a Messenger reporter, in danger of her life, endeavored to find out what goes on. All she could see from her cramped posi­tion were some fantastical bowing, salaams and marching with wierd motions and much giggling. The reporter retired, concluding that F. J. C. stood for Foolish Juvenile Club. Those Second years ought to spend their time in their class meetings upstairs and maybe they wouldn't do such foolish things as elect officers before they had a constitution. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [36] ---------- The committee on courses of study is work­ing out a system of credits to be adopted by the faculty for the use of the school. By this system each student must complete work rep­resenting a definite number of credits for grad­uation, and when any student asks for ad­vanced standing he will be given as many units of credit as he may be entitled to, after which he must earn the remainder of units required for graduation in this institution. By this system every student will know definitely at the close of each servester how near he is to graduation. I J. N. Selhy «L Co. ro 4* OT jg School Supplies $ 8 Books, Stationery t | Late Books — Gift Books — Best Books § $ Come and see us. m P. | Phone Red 514 1244 Holly Street ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [37] ---------- Pearson Business College All branches taught as in any first-class college. Penmanship unexcelled. Day and evening ses­sions. Call or write. School Rooms 935 Elk St. Whatcom, Wash. A. L. PEARSON, PRINCIPAL Elk St. Coal and Wood Yard TRUNKEY SON, PROPRIETORS Roslyn and Blue Canyon Coal and Dry Fir Wood deliv­ered to any part of the city. PHONE MAIN 2361 WHATCOM PACIFIC STEAM LAUNDRY ESTABLISHED 1889 FIRST-CLASS WORK GUARANTEED UDNESS ERHOI.M, Props. 'Phone Main 2281 THE GAGE-DODSON GO. 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. liiiiiinimiiiiiiimimifiiiiii Che Bank of Whatcom L. P. W H I T E * C O . Transacts a General Banking and Exchange Busi­ness. Your account solicited. LIGHTHOUSE BLOCK WHATCOM U l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l l ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [38] ---------- PIANOS ghickering f l W * ft mball* D. S. JOHNSTON CO. Whatcom, Wash. W. H. MOCK Undertaker and Licensed Embalmer Undertaking Parlors and Chapel 1202-1206 Slade Bl'k, Elk Street Phones-Office, Red ^ ^ WHATCOM, WASH. Cascade Laundry W. H. DAVIS, PROPRIETOR Fifteen years' experience. We solicit a share of your patronage, and guarantee our work to be first-class. TELEPHONE BLACK 325 Elk St. Bakery A. DUIMKER, PROPRIETOR Finest place in the city to obtain Fresh Bread, Cakes and Pies of the finest quality and flavor. 28 Loaves of Bread for $1.00. Free delivery. Phone your order. TELEPHONE BLACK 431 Branch Store, 811 West Holly. Telephone Black 131. A. Q. WICKMAN ...The Tailor... 1345 Holly Street WHATCOfl, WASH. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [39] ---------- 1 Peterson Co. 1 m • : w * Must not be overlooked when JJJ j|j you want up-to-date Men's * $ Furnishings * 1 Holly Street WHATCOM | €wytl)ing' for the School Room OUR STOCK of School Supplies is very complete, and selected with special care to meet the wants of discriminating pur­chasers. We have Tablets, Slates, Pencils, Pens, Penholders, School Companions, Ink, Mucilage, library-Paste, Etc. DeChamplain « Graham The Owl P h a r m a cy Telephone Main 2021 Corner Dock and Holly Sts. CITYPROPERTY FARMLANDS Manuf 'g Sites Water and Rail Seeing is beliefbing PACIFIC REALTY CO. FAIRHAVEN, WASH. H. S. NOICE FUNERAL DIRECTOR AND EMBALMER ...OAKLAND BLOCK... D. J. MCARTHUR, Notary Public H. D. MCARTHUR D. 3. mcflitbur $ Son Real Estate, Loan, Insurance 6* Rental Ag'ts ELK STREET WHATCOM WHOLESALE AND RETAIL F r e s h , S m o K e d a n d S a l t MEATS M.?K°ET. NOLTE BROS. 105H East Holly Street 805 West Holly Street Phone Red 1881 Phone Main 98 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 January - Page [40] ---------- We are headquarters for Men's Underwear Cotton . . from 25 cents up Woolen . . from 50 cents up A full stocR of SHAW KNIT HOSE always on Hand J» 15he Red Front Whatcom's Largest ClothiersPPPPP
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Show more1903_0201 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Cover ---------- The Normal Messenger February 1903 Monthly Whatcom Wash. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [2] ---------- TELEPHONES OFFICE, MAIN 26 STORE, MAIN 24 MORSE HARDWARE CO. Sewing Machines - Easy Payments Gymnasium Supplies and Sporting goods of All Kinds. Building Hardware Sell 'em low, send and get more. 1025 AND 1039 ELK STREET WHATCOM GROCERIES WHEN GOODS OR PRICES ARE NOT SATISFACTORY, PLEASE RETURN SAME AND MONEY WILL BE REFUNDED Byron Grocery Co. 114 WEST HOLLY PHONE MAIN 200 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [3] ---------- The Leader Great February Clearing Sale NOW ON See Daily or Weekly Papers for Full Particu­lars Winter Fabrics and Garments Greatly Reduced in Price Beautiful Display of New Spring Muslin Underwear, Embroideries' Laces Wash Goods and Ladies' Suits THE LEADER Canoe and Hollar Sts. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [4] ---------- The Normal Messenger The official paper of the State Normal School of this city. Advertising space at reasonable rates. Management would be pleased to call and give information concerning the same. Address all business communications The manager, normal School Try Sherman's 200 page Composi- tion Book, at 25 Cents. Also, Per- forated Tablet, at 5 Cents These never fail you. Paper Weight—Normal Building—25 Cents. SHERMAN'S Munro, Blake Haskell Always ahead on the best : : : articles of : : : Hardware, Heating, Tinning and Plumbing It pays to always buy the best. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [5] ---------- Whatcom Dental Parlors DR. R. LYBROOK SHANKLIN, Manager The Highest Grade Dental Work at Reasonable Prices. Examination Free. PHONE RED 525 CLOVER BLOCK BlRNEY GOODHEART PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS Rooms 1, 2 and 3, Red Front Bldg Office 'Phone Main 2231 Residence 'Phone 3231 Office Telephone Main 2061 Residence Telephone Main 3061 W. R. AXTELL PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Office Hours: 11 to 12 a. m., 2 to 5 p. m. PIKE BLOCK—Cor. Elk and Holly WHATCOM, WASH DR. S. N. KELLY RED FRONT BUILDING Rooms 17,18,19 and 20 Office Telephone Main 2141 Residence Telephone Main 314 W. D. KIRKPATRICK, M. D. ADDIE F. KIRKPATRICK, M. D. Rooms 16 and 17, Fisher Block 'Phones—Residence. Red 441 —Office, Red 44 A. MACRAE SMITH, M. D. Telephone Red 52) Office, Red Front Building WHATCOM, WASH. FRANK J. VAN KIRK, M. D. Practice Limited to EYE, EAR, NOSE AND THROAT CLOVER BLOCK WHATCOM, WASH. DR L W. POWELL OSTEOPATHIC PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Office, Hannah Block 'Phones—Residence, Black 671 —Office, Red 64 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [6] ---------- DR. J. C. MINTON DENTIST Rooms 9,10 12, Fisher Blk Residence Phone Black 686 Cor. Dock and Holly Office Phone Red 268 DR. C. A. DARLING DENTIST Rooms 18 and 19 Fisher Block Corner Dock and Holly Streets PHONE BLACK 275 WHATCOM, WASH. DR. F. J. GEOGHEGAN DENTIST Rooms 4 and 5, Red Front Block Telephone Red 831 WHATCOM, WASH. MODERN DENTAL PARLORS DR. O. C. GILBERT, MANAGER Hollv Block i 108 W e s t H o l , y s t r e e t tiouy jjiocic j l g 0 5 D o c k s t r e e t phone B U c k 18?1 ALL WORK GUARANTEED DR. G. E. FOSTER OSTEOPATH ALL CHRONIC DISEASES A SPECIALTY Office Hours: 9 to 12 a. m., 1 to 5 p. m. Holly Block •PHONES—Office, Red 1874 —Residence, Red 32 CONSUI/TATION FREE DR. WILBUR N. HUNT Physician and Surgeon OFFICE 'Phones—Office, Black 835 Rooms A and B, Red Front Blk —Residence Red 122 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 Fisher Block Will visit patients at their homes WHATCOM, WASH ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [7] ---------- We carry the most complete line of MEN'S FURNISHINGS North of Seattle. Buy your furnishings from up-to-date furnishers Whatcom Washington All the Latest and Most Correct ...Styles in... PHOTOGRAPHY arm to be found at LOTHROP BROS. Enlarging and Finishing in Crayon, Pastel, Water Color and Sepia DOCK ST., WHATCOM PIANOS YOU CAN DEAL WITH US BRIGGS' PIANO AND MUSIC CO. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [8] ---------- A SHORT STORY EASY SHOES AT EASY PRICES MAKE EASY FEET AND EASY PURSES. THIS IS OUR DREW-SELBY SHOES FOR LADIES. SOLD ONLY BY AUNE-NOLTE. Headquarters for Men's and Boys' Clothing, Hats and Caps, Shoes and Furnishing Goods Globe Clothing Company DAN McCUSH, MANAGER 106 Holly Street Whatcom Try our Fancy Canned Fruit and Vege- tables. Quality guaranteed Hans Pearson ...The Grocer... Wholesale and Retail Prices Right OFFICE, PIKE BLOCK TELEPHONE MAIN 147 ...WHATCOM, WASH... ELDRIDGE KLINE Real Estate, Loans and Insurance, City Prop­erty, Farm Lands. Resident Agents of the Aetna Fire Insurance Company. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [9] ---------- FACULTY EDWARD T. MATHES, Pricipal, History and Pedagogy JOHN T. FORREST, Mathematics FRANCIS W. EPLY, Physical Sciences WASHINGTON WILSON, Psychology and Peda­gogy MISS MITTIE U. MYERS, English MISS IDA A. BAKER, English and Mathematics EDWIN N. STONE, Latin MISS ADA HOGLE, Drawing MISS FRANCES HAYS, Reading and Physical Culture A. P. ROMINE, Bilogical Sciences MISS AVANELLE COLEMAN, 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 MABEL ZOE WILSON, Librarian ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [10] ---------- State Normal School WHATCOM, WASHINGTON IS beautifully located be­tween the cities of What­com and Fairhaven; pop­ulation of the two cities, 20,000; cities have all the modern conveniences ; electric cars run within one block of the campus Offers Three Regular Courses- Advanced elective courses; Special courses in methods; Courses in manual training; Review courses. Prominent Features- Catalogued library; large museum; Physical, chemical, biological laboratories; Stereoptican and darkrooms; Gymnasium, dressing rooms, baths: Manual training department: Large training school, well conducted; Iyarge and beautiful auditorium. Admission and Expenses- Second semester opens February 2, 1903; Students enter at any time; Board and room costs $3.50 to $4.00 per week; Self boarding costs $6.00 to $10.00 a month; No tuition; library fee $10—% returnable; Text books are loaned free. CATALOGUE FREE CORRESPONDENCE INVITED Edward T. MatKes Principal ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [11] ---------- Normal Messenger February 1903 The Training School (CONTINUED) H. J. TROMANHAUSER PRACTICE AND THE PRACTICE-TEACHER. PERHAPS no phase of normal school work anywhere is looked upon with so much mingled trepidation and expectancy as is practice teach­ing with its real problems and real opportunities. Here theory must come to the test; here the student, nolens volens, must look into the eye of the boy and girl; he must judge and be judged ; he must stand or fall according to the stuff that is in him. Here he may reveal his whole potential strength or his whole weakness. Surprises are in order; the hitherto weak may prove strong and the hitherto strong may prove dis­appointing. As a general rule, however, the sturdy self-reliant student proves the sturdy, self-reliant teacher with the push and initia­tive which "starts the world along." Last year the total number of practice-teachers in our training school was 99, but the records show that during the first semester of this year 91 students have already been in training. This points strongly to the growing need for more room and greater seat­ing capacity. Through the medium of obser­vation the on-coming teacher is supposed to be reasonably familiar with the mechanism of ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [12] ---------- the practice school. He has already learned its traditions and standards and is quite defin­itely assured of what will be expected of him. He learns before many days at least that preparation of lessons is of paramount im­portance. Nothing gives him such confidence in his own ability as thorough knowledge of the subject in hand while nothing so conduces to confusion and impotence as vagueness or partial information. "To teach a little well, great attainments are necessary" is true if trite. The newcomer also learns that indus­try and devotion to the children's interests are qualities which win approval on the start. The assuming of responsibility shows him to be sincere and desirous of growth. Those students who cheerfully put their shoulders to the wheel we consider our real helpers and when they have completed their requirements with us we part with them reluctantly, cher­ishing the expectation that, sooner or later, we shall have the opportunity to recommend them to places of responsibility. On many occasions it has been our happy privilege to send such worthy students to very desirable posi­tions. On the other hand let the shirk or the lazy student steer clear; thus far he (or she) has had the good discrimination not to ask for recommendation which would just as certainly be refused. Personal character is always the first item in our inventory of values. Be it said to the credit of our student-body that there are this year in our school an unusually large number of young persons of the highest character, whose advent into the schools of this young state must mean better things than of old. God speed them on their way : our hearts' best wishes will go with them when they go. The young practice-teacher finds himself hemmed in by certain restrictions which to some at first may seem irksome and cramping. He must pay close attention to his personal appearance ; he must not indulge in slang on any account; he must be business-like and ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [13] ---------- orderly; he must learn to do things on time and not indulge in excuses; he must watch his English carefully so that he may not be guilty of solecisms before a wide-awake class ; he must make plans (and oh ! how he per­spires over this sometimes) ; he must learn to present certain lessons topically—in fact he must learn a thousand details all at once, be­cause practice-teaching throws him into the midst of affairs which must be faced. Failure is not infrequently the result of the first quarter's practice because even when all else seems promising, a weak set of examination results may reveal at the last moment a vital defect in his work and, naturally, he must accept the discipline of consequences. But faiure is almost invariably changed into solid success before the student finishes his career in the practice-school, because he resolutely determines to correct his defects, guided, not only by his own experience, but aided con­stantly by the criticism and advice of his critics. Right here be it said that criticism, destructive and constructive, has nothing per­sonal in it. It is the business of the super­visor and the principals to hold the student up to himself, to let him see himself as they see him. It is their plain, unequivocal duty to be frank and if necessary trenchant in their method of dealing with those elements in his work which will inevitably militate against his success in time to come. The short­sighted student is inclined to be hurt, to shed copious tears and to feel that adverse criticism is directed against him personally. It is not an easy thing of course for one to have to be told that he is illogical or slipshod in his thinking or weak in presentation or insuffici­ent in discipline, but to the far-seeing princi­pal in charge of a department it is a thousand times harder to brook in patience and long-suffering the logical outcome of these defects. One weak, puny student in a department is a leak in the dyke, three are a flood and six are a tidal wave. There are always two sides to ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [14] ---------- every story—the cats' and the cook's. It is well for the student to reflect that a practice-school is the most trying place in all the field of teaching. The wear and tear upon body, mind and spirit is unceasing as it is depleting. The critic must of necessity feel that she is needed at several points at once the livelong day and though the quarterly "revolution" takes place with apparent smoothness the strain upon her is undeniably very severe. To the conscientious, broad-minded student these facts are patent. He is helpful, grateful and just in his estimates. He never looks upon the Training Department merely as a sponge out of which so much credit is to be squeezed. On the other hand he regards it as a laboratory for serious and devoted investi­gation and experiment. He gives to it of his best and naturally receives much in return, thus preserving the wholesome reciprocity which should characterize our relations. For the sake of oncoming generations of practice-teachers a few shreds of advice might be given which may prove helpful. Let me fall into the second person now. Do not be timid ; it cripples your energies. Avoid self-consciousness because it renders you awkward, physically and mentally. Believe in your own ability because it will give you strength and attack. Round out your scholarship on any given subject, for it will give your voice the ring of authority. It will give your pupils confidence in you. Strive to take the initiative: take hold and help manfully. Show that you are possessed of resources and thus prove that you have some individuality and originality. Remember that he who is readiest to complain can least afford to do so. If you are naturally sluggish and logy, rouse yourself by an heroic effort because leaders (whether in good or evil) are strenuous. If you do not possess that something which is called "personality," either cultivate it or abandon the resolve to teach, because it re­quires just that thing. Perhaps you do not ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [15] ---------- known what "personality" is. Personality attracts : it holds attention. It is an indefin­able something which causes one man to lead and others to follow. Personality directs the en­ergies of others and causes them to do their best. Napoleon possessed it; Daniel Webster possessed i t ; President Roosevelt is a world-swaying personality. Can personality be cul­tivated? Indubitably — Yes. How? Drift aimlessly and you will be as bonelees as a jelly-fish and as colorless as last year's grass, but—if you desire "personality," energize your life with a great purpose. (Concluded in the next number.) Robert Vaile's Letter. Dolores, Abra Prov., P. I. December 13, 1902. In acknowledgment of your pleasant letter of October 13 I beg to present to you, and to the whole Alcott Society, including its worthy critic, the heartiest of greetings from these distant islands and my sincere gratitude for the goodly collection of letters that came to my hand only two days ago. For every one of the detailed bits of interesting news contained therein I thank the respective writers and for the full measure of good wishes which the letters carried to me, I am deeply grateful. The large, fat envelope was brought to me with the rest of the mail that had accumu­lated in San Francisco during the week that it reached there, by a native "policio," as the local policemen are called, who serve also as messengers for the town. The nearest post office is five miles away, in Bangued, the capital of this province. Within this town the presidencia or town hall serves in every sort of capacity of that nature, since if one wants to hire a horse, or some men, or wants a meal or a place to stay if he is a stranger, it is customary to go to the town officials first. When one speaks of a town in this country one may usually understand that township ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [16] ---------- would probably be more exact, since the towns, or "pueblos" include within their jurisdiction all of the territory in the province. However, each town includes a number of settlements or groups of buildings, and all of these except the central ones are known as "barrios". In Dolores, for example, which counts about four thousand inhabitants, only about six hundred of these live in the main part while the rest are in the ten barrios. The village is regularly laid out, with four main streets running in either direction. The fences, made of bamboo or else of living small trees, are well kept up and the yards are usually neat and clean. In between the houses, which are mostly made of bamboo, about twenty feet square, with thatched roofs are usually to be found granaries, fashioned quite like a corn crib, in which is stored the rice. This is just about all cut now, and at pres­ent is spread out on the ground, in sheaves, to dry. It is thrashed, or rather beaten out, as it is needed throughout the year, by beat­ing it with the ends of round sticks about five feet long and three inches in diameter as it is spread out on a hide. The kernels are sepa­rated from the chaff by means of pounding with these same sticks in a wooden mortar, made of a section of a log, and in the Tagalo dialect this is called a ' 'luzon,'' from which this island takes its name. The rice is sown in small beds on high ground about the first of June, the young shoots are transplanted, by boys and men who wade over the flooded fields, during the latter part of August, which marks about the be­ginning of the wettest part of the rainy sea­son. While the rice is maturing there is not much for the men to do, save keep up the ditches and dykes, so they then turn their at­tention to branding their calves and colts and young carabo, or water buffalo. Towards the close of the rainy season, which usually ends in December, they plow the fields in the ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [17] ---------- higher grounds which they give up to corn and vegetables, such as sweat potatoes, egg­plant, and others. About the middle of November the rice is ready to be cut and then the whole population turn out, men, women and children. The leading citizen of this town had nearly three hundred men and boys working in his fields one day this season. The Filipinos seem to be taking the Amer­ican occupation of their islands with good grace and so far as they have a definite opin­ion I am inclined to think that they are satis­fied and pleased. Again let me express to you and to the society, individually and collectively, my great appreciation of your courtesy. Here is to long life and prosperity for The Alcotts. Very sincerely yours, ROBERT B. VAILB Manila, P. I. The Clan's Reform Scheme ( M A B . ) When Vivian entered the Wetherburg High School the "Clan" received her with open arms, chiefly because she was an old friend of Ida. Ida Worth, tall, fair, and serious was one of the -'Clan's" most influential mem­bers. The newcomer was short, dark, viva­cious, and impulsive as the maidens of her own sunny France. But the "Clan" was to be dissapointed in the seventh member of its charmed circle, for Vivian was a natural actress and before long she was mimicing the girls' idiosyncrasies with a brutal frankness that went home to the owners' hearts and rankled there. Ida realized, with a knowledge born of long experience with the "Clan" the danger into which her friend was running, and on one occasion gave Vivian a little sisterly lec­ture on the probability of making enemies of the other five girls belonging to the "Clan," only to be interrupted by Vivian's roughish query. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [18] ---------- Ida, I wonder if you fully appreciate the honor I bestow upon you by letting you scold me? I shouldn't let the principal, himself do it. Now, as to my heathenisms you know its just in me to act up so. Of course you wouldn't — you're as cool as an ice-cream soda.'' What could Ida say after that ? Nev­ertheless she was worried for she sighted trouble and knew too well that the Clan" would not be so easily pacified. And so it was that five of the girls belong­ing to the "Clan," all of whom had especial grudges against Vivian, were gathered in their favorite nook discussing the latest addition to their club and her latest escapades. "It's got to stop" mused Alice, "You know when we first organized we agreed to tell each other our failings and so correct them." "Well I should say so," said Madge with a grimace, "You made that an excuse for tell­ing me not to giggle so much.'' "And me" laughed another, "that I'd have to go before a faculty meeting if I didn't stop talking so much in the hall." "All that," objected a third, "was before Vivian joined." Then somebody suggested that Valentine's Day was near and the girls were siezed with a sudden inspiration. Kitty, who was clever with her pencil, set busily at work and soon held up to their view a sketch—a fairly good likeness of Vivian, but the picture was two-faced. In less time than it takes to tell it a corresponding rhyme was composed. It was a barbarous jingle, but then the "Clan" was in a savage mood. At this juncture Ida appeared in the door­way. "Heigh ho," she called, "what mischief are you girls up to now?" There was no need for words, for seeing the valentine the truth flashed across her and when she spoke, so Maud afterwards said, "her voice was as hard as sheet-iron." * 'I knew you were hurt by Vivian's gay ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [19] ---------- thoughtlessness but I never thought you would stoop to anything so mean as this. Viv, doesn't mean any harm and she is so sensitive that anything like this will hurt her more than you can imagine.'' "Ada's face was long and her voice showed that she was almost on the verge of tears as she answered, "Well, Vivian never handled us with gloved hands, and if I did get twenty in a latin test, it didn't make me feel any better to have her show the girls how 1 looked when I got my paper back." But by this time Ida was gettiug unmistakably angry. "Very well," she answered shortly, "I hope you'll be sorry when you come to your senses," and turned away. On Valentine's Day, Vivian did not come to school and Ida seemed strangely abstracted. The "Clan" asked for no explanation but Ida seeing them together commenced abruptly. ' 'Vivian is ill. I spent last night with her and about nine o'clock a telegram came from France telling of the death of an aunt with whom Vivian used to live. Her aunt was visiting her brother. Well, Vivian went nearly wild with grief. Then today when she needed to have all of our sympathy—I guess you girls haven't forgotten about that comic valentine," and with that she turned away. Now if the "Clan" had been composed of boys instead of girls, things would have been different. In the first place the valen­tine wouldn't have been sent and if they had got into something that looked like trouble they would have slammed a door or two, knocked down any one who would have had the temerity to hint that anything had gone wrong, and kept quiet themselves. But not so the "Clan," for each girl talked this latest development of their reform scheme over with her particular chum and then they all got together and talked it over once more. At last they reached the conclusion that Vivian might get brain-fever or something like that as a result of the shock, and then getting that ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [20] ---------- valentine might make her worse, and if she should die they would in a way be responsble for her death. So matters went on until the evening of the next day, when Kitty cornered Ida and asked, "Ida do you think she'll die, Vivian, I mean, and if she should we'd be partly responsible for her death wouldn't we?" "It's hard to say," was Ida's vague reply and she smiled inscrutably at the horizon, as she added, "Call a meeting for tomorrow noon, please. I've something to put before the "Clan." Ida smiled again the next day as the girls filed miserably in past her. They looked at her expectantly and she began. "I've been staying with Vivian a good deal since her aunt's death, for she wants me for company. But on Valentine's Day I asked her if she wouldn't like the early mail—the carrier doesn't get to High street until the afternoon, you known. So when she said "Yes," I went to the office. There were three letters but only one had been mailed in the city. Before taking the letters to Viv, I went up to my room and, girls, I did something awful. I opened the one which had been mailed in town. As I expected it was that valentine. So I just burnt it. Vivian shall never know anything about it Now I deceived you girls by letting you think that Viuian got that valentine. Will you send me one to punish me?" But the "Clan" overjoyed because the gloom was lifted, rushed upom her and hugged her vigorously. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [21] ---------- The normal messenger Published Monthly By the Students of THE STATE NORMAL SCHOOL WHATCOM, WASHINGTON BUSINESS MANAGERS. EDITORIAL STAFF F. W. RHOADES, '03 Editor-in-Chief BEU,E WIIJJAMS, '03, Parthenon} T i l m l tv GERTRUDE SMITH, '03, Utopian... j Mterary MARY PATRIC, '03 Y. W. C. A I Tr^ai0 ABBIE UNN, '04, Soronian } i*ocais ETHEI, EVERETT, '04, Aurora, Alumni PEARI, PEIME, '05, Chilic Exchanges ERNEST W. O'LOUGNIJN, '04, Philomathean Athletics MINNIE SHUMWAY, '04, Alcott School Notes ETHEI, WORTHEN, '03, Kulshan Miscellaneous EARI, S. MORRIS, '03, Parthenon Staff Artist TERMS—FIFTY CENTS A YEAR Address all communications to the Editor-in-chief, Whatcom, Wash. Issued the fifteenth of every month. All copy must be in the hands of the editor-in-chief on or before the ninth of the month. Application has been made for entry at the Whatcom Postoffice, as second-class matter. VOL IV FEBRUARY 1903 NO. 4 The students and friends of our Normal School are quite anxious concerning the fate that awaits the W. S. N. S. appropriation bills that are now before both houses of the State Legislature. We are sure that the bills will receive hearty and united support from the Whatcom County Senators and Representa­tives for they have personally inspected the school and hence know of its merits and de­mands. The other legislators need only to read of the remarkable record made by the school in the short three and a half years of its existence to know that their former appro­priations have had results which have surely equalled their fondest expectations, and that therefore the present appropriations which the needs of the school demand would undoubt­edly bear worthy fruit. * * * * * * * The second semester, which should count for the best, began last Monday, Februarary 2. Students, did you pass up last semester's work with good creditable grades? If not, why not ? Perhaps the following plan recom­mended by Pres. Eliot of Harvard University ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [22] ---------- for a student's day will be of service to you during the present semester: 10 hours for study, 8 hours for sleep (note that item), 2 hours for exercise, and 4 hours for meals and social duties. Successful students like suc­cessful business men, are those who reduce their work to system and regularity, and the above schedule for a student's day coming from the source it does is surely worthy your thoughtful consideration. The last few weeks have been busy ones for the girls of the Y. W. C. A., with the election of officers and special work. Miss Shields the coast secretary has visited the association. On Saturday, January 31, the girls arranged a reception for Miss Shields at the home of Miss Effie Wheeler. As Miss Shields was delayed the girls spent a delight­ful afternoon together turning the reception into a fudge party. On Sunday afternoon a meeting was held in Trinity church. Miss Shields gave an in­teresting talk to the girls on student life. On Monday the new officers for the year were installed. Miss Vinnie Winchell, president; Miss Peterson, vice-president; Miss Fritz, secretary; and Miss Ferris, treasurer. The association is to be congratulated on having such earnest workers at its head. A student convention was held at the Uni­versity of Washington on February 6, 7 and 8. A number of the girls from the Normal went down. Miss Mae Knox, one of the associa­tion's most faithful workers, was elected to represent this branch. Miss Winchell, Miss Peterson, Miss Gruber, Miss Vestal and others attended. The Association is planing to do something toward the finishing and furnishing of their room which has been assigned to them by the school. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [23] ---------- Locals. The following students entered school at the beginning of second semester. Ruth Doty, Everett; Edith Blott, Custer; Rose Rhodes, Tacoma; Ella Gear, Mt. Vernon; Geo. Finnigan,Fairhaven; Bessie Ince, Seattle; Julia Hidden, Vancouver, Guy E. Dunney, Blaine; J. H. Jones, Brays; Florence Weed, Dunlap; Amanda Linn, Pansbo; Emma Al-drige, Arlington; Bessie Stearns, Whatcom; Laura Dencauson, Fairhaven; Gertrude Izett, Oak Harbor; Mabel Woody, Whatcom; Aman­da Watson, Ferndale; Ella Robinson, Marys-ville; Ida C. Curry, Myers Falls; Amy Lumiel, Acme; Clara Ellevanger, Oak Har­bor; Effie Moulton, Sprague; Alice Ander­son, Charleston; Elva Dencauson, Fairhaven; Elsie E. Wyatt, Mossyrock. The Normal school has now an enrollment of 382. The contest between the literay societies has been arranged. The first debate which is to be March 13, will be between May Williams of the Alcott, and Fred Johnson of the Philo-matheans and between Miss Auld of the Chilic and Cecil Frescoln of the Sororians. The question is "Resolved that the senators should be elected by the popular vote." The next debate which comes on March 20 will be between Miss Myers of the Kulshan and Miss Little of the Aurora and between Miss Patric of the Parthenon and Miss Wheeler of the Utopian. The question for this debate is "Resolved that the signs of the times indicate the downfall of the Republic." Miss Patric and Miss Myers have the affirmative, Miss Wheeler and Miss Little the negative. The sides for the first debate have not yet been assigned. Later: By agreement between two of the contestants Mr. Johnson is to debate the affirmative and Miss Williams the negative. The third number of the Lecture course was given February 6 by General O. O. Howard on "Sherman's march to the Sea." The G. A. R. buttons were in evidence in ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [24] ---------- every part of the house. The post gave General Howard a cordial welcome to the city. Dr. Cole of Whatcom introduced the speaker. The next number which is the concert is looked forward to with pleasure. The senior girls bewail the fact that "those Juniors" couldn't make it agreeable enough to keep Mr. Rose in school. Miss Ama Buege entertained the "Tarn O'ShanterClub," Friday evening, February 6. The Utopian Iyiterary society has cleared #20 on the sale of cocoa at noon. This we understand is to go for the furnishing of the society hall. Other literary Clubs— * 'Go thou and do likewise." The Senior class had election of officers at the opening of the new semester. The fol­lowing officers were elected—Miss Emma Gruber, president; Mrs. Anna Temple, vice-president; Miss Belle Williams, secretary; Mr. Ben Hovies, treasurer; Miss Bess Dar-land, sargeant at arms. Miss Noel of Tacoma has been visiting her sister, Anita, at Normal. On Friday January 23, the class teachers met the various classes of the school and talked over matters of personal interest to the students. The Blue Canyon coal mines were visited by the geology class and some others. A profitable, but dirty time was reported. At the opening of the second semester the third year students gave a reception to Dr. Kane of the U. of W. who delivered the opening address, to the High schools]of What­com and Fairhaven, and the other classes of the school. The rooms were tastefully deco­rated, delicious refreshments served and peo­ple given an opportunity to- meet the visitors and new students. The third year class are to be congratulated on their success. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [25] ---------- Alumni. Pearl Lee, who was teaching in Everett, has been forced to give up her school on ac­count of illness. Edna Cohel is teaching in Lynden. Miss Chamberlain spent Saturday in What­com. Eudora Oliver is teaching in Port Town-send schools. Minnie Penfield accepted a position at Lookout in September. Edith Church is teaching at Renton near Seattle. Maude Woodin is with her parents at Ana-cortes. C. H. Bauman is now studying for the ministry. Ada Shidler was re-elected to her position as teacher in Ferndale. Sadie Lewellen is teaching in Whatcom schools. Lillian Buckles is at her home in Seattle. Miss Bessie Bassett who was here last year went to Juneau, Alaska, last June. She is keeping books in a cannery and likes Alaska. Miss Molly Brown is teaching at Fair View, near Lynden. Exchanges. Among the good productions of this month are, "Saved by the Flag," "The Choir Boy's Christmas," "Philomathean Anniversary," and "Good Manners." The basket ball team of the Everett High • School carries away fresh laurels after each new attack. The Normal Messenger would be greatly improved by one or two good stories.—Ex.— The Academy Journal might profit by this advice, also. "Misery loves company." ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [26] ---------- The University of Leipsig celebrates its 500th anniversary in 1909. If a body meet a body Coming through the hall, Can't a body greet a body Not at all, at all? Ne'er a little word or smile, Not a one, a one ? Must we always scamper by, On a little run ?—Ex. The Pacific Wave is nearer to us since Dr. Kane's most interesting lecture. When should I use "I should" and when should I use "I would" ? A question to be answered by exchange editors. There was a young maid lived in Siam, Who said to her lover, named Priam, If you kiss me, of course You'll have to use force, And, Lord knows, you're stronger than I am."—Ex. The "History of American Patriotic Songs" in the High School Echo is very interesting and helpful. Teacher (in Latin)—Translate' 'Rex fugit.'' Student—"The king flees." Teacher—"But this may be also perfect tense." Student—"The king has flees. "—Ex. The cover design of the Comet is very at­tractive and neat, being in harmony with the subject matter which it contains. The oldest law college under the stars and strips is in Manila, This law school existed fifteen years before Harvard law school opened. All the exchanges were pleasant and wel­come this month; to one and all we say, "Come again." Societies. ALCOTT. "What society is in session in room twenty-one? The Alcott, did you say? Why I have heard so much about it. What a happy, intelligent-looking assembly of girls! I am ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [27] ---------- a 'new student1 and believe I will join the Alcott. You say that I will receive a 'cordial welcome' ? How kind. I am somewhat home sick, but surely will not be with that happy 'crowd' of girls. Tell me more about them. •'I am always ready to sing the praises of the Alcott society for my happiest hours are spent with its congenial members. The pro­grams, both musical and literary are very in­teresting and show careful preparation by each member on the programs. A great in­terest is taken in their business sessions. I enjoy hearing the girls debate, as they are well drilled in Parliamentary laws, almost as well as the Philomatheans. The girls wrote a long letter to Prof. Vaile and have just re­ceived an answer which has pleased them much and shows that he was glad to hear from old friends. Dr. Mathes honored the Society by a visit one Friday when new officers were installed with great solemnity, with lights turned low and the installing officers masked and robed in green calico. I hear that the Society has a treat in store for the public. I know it must be a fine one. Good bye, will tell you more another time." KUI lt;SHAN KUJB. A growing society is the Kulshan Klub. This literary society was always known as a strong one; but this year it is raising its standard. Each week interesting and instruc­tive programs are rendered. Many spirited and worthy debates have been given. Among the other numbers especially deserving men­tion are—The drama of "Cyrano de Bergerac,'' which was told in a most pleasing story form; an interesting talk with illustrations on the "Rigging of Modern Vessels;" and an enter­taining and instructive "Sketch of Florida." This society expects to give an entertain­ment for the purpose of raising a part, if not all, of its share of the expense of furnishing the society hall. More particulars concerning the entertainment will be given later. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [28] ---------- The society is very glad to welcome Miss Ada Myers back again. Some of the old members of this society, who wandered away, are talking of returning to their home society. One has already done so. We are glad to welcome you back. AURORA. The Aurora Literary society has been show­ing some very interesting productions, both humorous and instructive. In the choice of the representatives for the society contest, Miss Flora Curry was chosen declaimer; Miss Jocie Little, debater; and Miss Stenvig, orator. A very profitable way was followed in the selection of the orator. Each Senior and Junior who belonged to this society selected a portion of a certain oration, which was de­cided upon by the society, then, on the ap­pointed day the orations were given in order to the parts chosen. Immediately after this the names for orator were voted upon and Miss Stenvig was chosen. We are now engaged in a plan, procuring funds for the furnishing of the Society hall. This hall will be of great value to the various societies. The new officers are Anita Noel, president; Grace Dickey, vice-president; Jessie Havens, secretary and treasurer; Lillian Carter, ser-geant- at-arms. THE CHILIC TRIBE. In the far north to the eastward, On the second of Normal plateaus, Range the wise tribe of the Chilics. Grave are their councils of war, And joyous the laugh of the maidens. While in the season-of-dying, The sun shone long in the heavens; Long sat the chiefs in their places, Learning to speak as the white men (Philomatheans) From a book of amendments and motions. Now for a moon, each brave Has been striv­ing to have the great chiefs Turn their faces upon him As one skilled in the habit of talk­ing; And thus to be sent to the council Of ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [29] ---------- all the great tribes of the Normal, Three have at last been selected.—Dauutless, conceited, and strong, One shall return as chief-of-all of the nations. THE UTOPIAN CLUB. The Utopian Literary club has been one of the most prosperous clubs of the institution during the last semester. All the members take an interest in their work. At present the club has about twenty-five dollars in the treasury which thay are contemplating using for the purpose of furnishing the Society hall. They are waiting to know what the other societies are doing in this line. Election of officers took place January 23rd. The officers are as follows: President, Ger­trude M. Smith; Vice-President, Mary An­drews; Secretary, Florence Mackey; Treas­urer, Mae B. Knox; Sargeant-at-arms, Edna Boyer. PHILOMATHEAN. The Philomathean Society has since its day of organization been foremost in all matters which have a bearing upon the general life of the school. Although it has never enjoyed this distinction of winning in the final con­tests it has brought its representatives to the coveted position and they have escaped that honor only by the staying hand of judgment. This year, however, we feel that our forces are well organized and have society represen­tatives that bear our every reason to trust in them. The preliminary debating contest was held in the society room last Friday afternoon and Mr. Fred Johnson was declared the winner and will represent the society in the debates to follow. Mr. Arthur Robinson will be our representative in the oratorical contest and at this writing our declaimer is not yet chosen. About thirty male members now compose the society. Some good programs have been rendered and with the opening of the new semester even better work is confidently ex­pected. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [30] ---------- SORONIAN SOCIETY. The Soroian society was organized a few months ago with a large membership. The officers of the society are as follows: President, Miss Esther Wallace; Vice-Presi­dent, Miss Gill; Secretary and treasurer, Miss Cecil Frescoln;Sargeant-at-arms, Miss Larson; Society Critic, Prof. Stone. The program which was rendered February 7, consisted of the following numbers:—Roll call, Quotations from Alice and Phoebe Cary; Recitation, "Mona's Waters," Miss Noble; Essay, Hilda Dolquist; Landing of the Pil­grims, Miss Gross; Recitation, Miss Herley; Recitation Bertha Jacobson; Critics report. Miss Cecil Frescoln was elected debater and Miss Noble, declaimer, to represent the society in the general literary contest. PARTHENON CLUB. Animated elections of representatives for the inter-society contest have been taking place during the lsat few meetings of the Parthenon Club. After a spirited preliminary debate upon the advantages and disadvantages of coeducation, Mary Patric was elected de­bater. For the position of orator Bertha Ross was the successful candidate. Merl Hays was elected declaimer. With this trio in the field the Parthenons are hopeful for their full share of the inter-society laurels. Saturday evening February 7, a burlesque on Shakespeare was given which was well worth paid admission. The plot centered upon the indignation which Shakespeare's women char­acters felt at being represented as he repre­sented them in his plays. They were placed in the burlesque in a modern society setting. The parts were as follows:—Lady Macbeth, Bertha Ross; Ophelia, Elsa Schneider; Juliet, Ethel Nelson; Portia, Gertie Smith. A very laughable burlesque on the Romeo and Juliet balcony scene was given, which took the audience by storm. The star, Pinckney White, made his debut on a step-ladder as ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [31] ---------- Juliet while F. W. Rhoades made an ardent Romeo. LACONIC CLUB. The Laconic club met Saturday, February 7, at the home of Miss Ethel Nichols in Fair-haven. After a short business meeting, an interesting program was rendered, consisting of both musical and literary numbers. After this program, the party was entertained at various games. The Club adjourned at a late hour, each member declaring Miss Nichols a proficient hostess. THE BETTER PART. Dear friend, have you chosen the better part Which cannot be taken away, As Mary did with a loving heart, While she talked with Jesus that day ? Or are you troubled about many things Of this life, which will soon pass away, And cumbered with the cares each day brings That lead the thoughts astray ? Oh sad mistake that Martha made, And would yon make it too ? To live but for the things which fade When Heaven was made for you. To grasp but for the things which pass That leave us just as poor A part of that great worldly mass, That part which won't endure. Oh, choose that part which you are taught From you cannot be taken, And listen to the voice of thought— Arise, oh Soul, awaken ? —B. M. W. School Notes. At a recent meeting of the State board, Life Diplomas were granted to the following:—S. C. Bond, Pauline Jacobs, Florence Griffith, Kate Schutt, and Helen D. Sheldon. Edna Dakin has been engaged to teach a three-month's term of school in District 72. Two additional teachers have been added to the Sehome, May Gilligan and Essie Cade. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [32] ---------- J. W. Wallace, a former Normal student, is teaching at Lawrence. Blaine has added another room since the holidays. Miss Tena Wall has been em­ployed as teacher. Sylvia Joint is filling the position at Moun­tain View made vacant by Essie Cade. Nooksack schools report an average daily attendance of ninety per cent for the last month. May Duxburry is teaching at North Moun­tain View, District No. 75. The Senior Entertainment. The Senior entertainment given January 23, 1903, was a decided-success in every par­ticular. The class took in over one hundred dollars as a result of the entertainment. The program was well rendered throughout and displayed careful preparation. The program and cast of characters for the Box of Monkeys is given below. Pianola Solo - - Overture to "William Tell" Bertha H. Breckenfeld Chorus . . . "Doan ye Cry Ma Honey" Cecilian Musical Club Baritone Solo - - - "Queen of the Earth" Mr Beber Jerauld Ingle Chorus - - - "There Uttle Girl Don't Cry" Cecilian Musical Club Octette . . . . « lt;The Miller's Wooing" Misses Stenvig, Schneider, Williams, McRae, Copeland, Noel, Gruber, Smith Baritone Solo "If I were a Knight of the Olden Time" Mr. Heber Jerauld Ingle Chorus . . . . "My Southland Home" Cecilian Musical Club CAST OF CHARACTERS Edward Ralston . . . Mr. Ernest O'Laughlin Chauncey Oglethorpe - - Mr. Homer Musser l lt;ady Guinevere Uandpoore - Miss Statira Biggs Mrs. Ondego-Johns . . . Miss Bertha Ross Tierra Bengaline - Miss Nellie Cooper The Senior class wish to publicly express its thanks, and acknowledge its gratitude to all whose kind assistance and encouragement helped make the Senior Entertainment a sue- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [33] ---------- cess. Appreciation of the efforts of Miss Coleman can hardly be expressed in a vote of thanks, but to her and to the Cecilian Club, the Seniors are grateful. The play, which all concede to be a success, could not have been such, were it not for the kindness of Miss Hays, who spent time and thought in making it all that it was. Dr. Bowman kindly gave his time in assisting with the details of management, and this resulted in everything's passing off smoothly. The players who worked so long and faith­fully and who were not members of the class, but showed their good will in taking part, have earned the heart-felt gratitude of the class. To Miss Cooper, Mr. 0'L,aughlin and Mr. Musser, the Seniors extend congratulations and thanks. EMMA GRUBER, Pres. of Class. BELLE WILLIAMS, Secretary. Jokes. First girl—"What is your essay about ? Second girl—"Mabie." First girl—(After waiting patiently for the rest of the answer.) ('Maybe what ?'' Second girl— "H. W. Mabie." Training school teacher—(After teaching the population of the largest cities of Wash­ington,) * 'What is the population of Tacoma?'' Little girl—"Mostly Swedes." Miss Vistal (entering Montague's store) to clerk—"Where is the thread counter, please?" Clerk—"Silk or cotton?" Miss V.—"Thread." Clerk—"Well, will you have silk or cotton?'' Miss.—"No ! I wan't thread." Conductor (busily)—"Tickets please !" Miss Tromanhauser—"Here it i s ." Conductor (trying to read)—"Miss Tr-bz-z- z-z." ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [34] ---------- One girl—"Let us sing Nancy Lee." Another girl—"I guess she's dead." Miss T.—"It is a good thing, she died last year." Isabelle (waking up)—"Why, who was she, and what did she die for?" Incident at the Black Cat meeting—Mr. Bason— *c Kohne, found it." Voice through the key-hole—"Kohne found what?" Bason—"The floor. Bxtract from seventh grade examination paper—Training school. John Rolfe started the growth of tobacco and was the wife of an American Princess. Miss Tromanhauser (taking names in teachers' meeting)—"Miss , O that good natured girl in the corner Miss Darland." Prof. W.—"Does the* animal think logi­cally?" Seniors in unison—"No sir." Prof. W.—"Lookout." Seniors (quickly)—"Yes, sir. | J. N. Selby (Q. Co. | w $ ® m School Supplies $ Books, Stationery $ % I Late Books — Gift Books — Best Books $ Come and see us. /244 Holly Street ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [35] ---------- We are now showing the advance Spring Styles in Hats. We are agents for the famous Shaw Knit Hose, as well as Lewis Perfect- Fitting Underwear. SfteRed Front Whatcom's Largest Clothiers ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [36] ---------- PIANOS Chickering Kimball D. S. JOHNSTON CO. Whatcom Wash. W. H. MOCK Undertaker and Licensed Embalmer Undertaking Parlors and Chapel 1202-1206 Slade Bl'k, Elk Street Phones - Office, Red 51 - Residence, Red 634 WHATCOM, WASH. Cascade Laundry W. H. DAVIS, PROPRIETOR Fifteen years' experience. We solicit a share of your patronage, and guarantee our work to be first-class. TELEPHONE BLACK 325 Elk St. Bakery A. DUNKER, PROPRIETOR Finest place in the city to obtain Fresh Bread, Cakes and Pies of the finest quality and flavor. 28 Loaves of Bread for $1.00. Free delivery. Phone your order. TELEPHONE BLACK 431 Branch Store, 811 West Holly. Telephone Black 181. A. G. WICKMAN ...The Tailor... 1345 Holly Street WHATCOH, WASH. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [37] ---------- Peterson Co. The up-to-date Clothiers and Men's and Boys' Furnishers. 124 E. Holly WHATCOM | Everything for the School Room OUR STOCK of School Supplies is very complete, and selected with special care to meet the wants of discriminating purchasers. We have Tablets, Slates, Pencils, Fens, Penholders, School Companions, Ink, Mucilage, library Paste, Etc. DeChamplain Graham The Owl Pharmacy Telephone Main 2021 Corner Dock and Holly Sts. CITYPROPERTY FARMLANDS Manuf'g Sites Water and Rail Seeing is believing PACIFIC REALTY CO. FAIRHAVEN, WASH. H. S. NOICE FUNERAL DIRECTOR AND EMBALMER . . . OAKLAND BLOCK... D. J. MCARTHUR, Notary Public H. D. MCARTHUR D. J. McArthur Son Real Estate, Loan, Insurance Rental Ag'ts ELK STREET WHATCOM WHOLESALE AND RETAIL MEATS Fresh, Smoked and Salt TWO MARKETS NOLTE BROS. 105 1/2 East Holly Street 805 West Holly Street Phone Red 1881 Phone Mala 98 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 February - Page [38] ---------- Pearson Business College All branches taught as in any first-class college. Penmanship unexcelled. Day and evening ses­sions. Call or write. School Rooms 935 Elk St. Whatcom, Wash. A. L. PEARSON, PRINCIPAL Elk St. Coal and Wood Yard TRUNKEY SON, PROPRIETORS Roslyn and Blue Canyon Coal and Dry Fir Wood deliv­ered to any part of the city. PHONE MAIN 2381 WHATCOM PACIFIC STEAM LAUNDRY ESTABLISHED 1889 F RST-CLASS WORK GUARANTEED UDNESS ERHOI,M, Props. 'Phone Main 2281 [ H I I I I H g THE GAGE-D0OS0N 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. Che Bank of Whatcom L. P. W H I T E A, C O . Transacts a General Banking and Exchange Busi­ness. Your account solicited. LIGHTHOUSE BLOCK WHATCOM • I M IPPPPP
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Show more1903_0301 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Cover ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER MARCH 1903 Monthly WHACOM WASH. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [2] ---------- | TELEPHONES £ * OFFICE, MAIN 2 6 STORE, MAIN 2 4 * I -••'•• ' ' « * - '• « ft - : '• •:••#. I MORSE HARDWARE CO. $ ff 1 5 * * Sewing Machines — Easy Payments « * '* | Gymnasium Supplies and Sporting I I Goods of All Kinds. I I Building Hardware* $ Sell 'em low, send and get more. jjj 5 * * - m * . # J 1025 AND 1039 ELK STREET * S WHATCOM 2 I GROCERIES I ; ^ — s * : : * m * £ * J WHEN GOODS OR PRICES ARE $ * NOT SATISFACTORY, PLEASE * m RETURN SAME AND MONEY * $ WILL BE REFUNDED jtjfij/tjtj* jjj lt; * - - • » * * m * I • •-!••• s :$ I Byron Grocery Co* I I-:' 'X- * JJ4 WEST HOLLY PHONE MAIN 200 t 5 . . •- *- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [3] ---------- THE LEADER SPRING TIME IS ABROAD IN THE STORE Every department is run­ning over with the new and dainty stuffs and garments. Millinery Dept. —First showing of New Spring Street Hats, $1.50 to $10.00. Suit Department Tailor Made Suits - - - $10 to $40 Monte Carlos $6 to $20 Dry Goods Dept* New Dress Goods and Silks New Laces and Trimmings SHoe Department All the new styles in spring foot wear now on sale. A description of a few good numbers— ]\Jf» wrk*7 Ladies' Kid Shoe, (Duttenhofer make,) patent tip, * ^v « • V / • extension sole, yellow stitch, military heel. Stylish and very serviceable. Sizes, 2K to 8— C~» tse\ B, C, D width, pei pair ^.gU KJfi *%wg\g\ Armstrong's fine Kid Shoe, with Patent Cushion 1~V« ^ * y y # sole, new city last, patent tip, cushion heel. Very pretty for dress and perfection for ease. This shoe is made to sell at 14, but in order to introduce the new cushion sole, £ -y Bg\ we will make it a special at, per pair *0'Dv See Armstrong's swell dress shoes, per pair $6.00 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [4] ---------- The Normal Messenger The official paper of the State Normal School of this city. Advertising space at reasonable rates. Management would be pleased to call and give information concerning the same. Address all business communications Che manager, Uormal School Try Sherman's 200 page Compost* tion Book, at 25 Cents, Also, Per* forated Tablet, at 5 Cents J These never fail you. Paper Weight—Normal Building—25 Cents. SHERMAN'S Monro, Blake $ fiaskell Always ahead on the best : : : articles of : : : Hardware, Heating, Tinning and Plumbing «g «* It pays to always buy the best. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [5] ---------- Whatcom Dental Parlors DR. R. LYBROOK SHANKLIH, Manager The Highest Grade Dental Work at Reasonable Prices, Examination Free. PHONE RED 625 CLOVER BLOCK HlRNEY GOODHEART PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS Rooms I,2 And 3, Red Front Btdg Office 'Phone Main 2231 Residence 'Phone 8231 Office Telephone Main 2061 Residence Telephone Main 8061 W. H. AXTELL PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Office Hours: 11 to 12 a. m., 2 to 5 p. m. PIKB BLOCK—Cor. Elk and Holly WHATCOM, WASH DR. S. 1ST. KELLY R E D F R O N T B U I L D I NG Rooms 17,18,19 and 20 Office Telephone Main 2141 Residence Telephone Main 814 W. D. KIRKPATRICK, M. D. ADDIE F. KIRKPATRICK, M. D. Rooms 16 and 17, Fisher Block 'Phones—Residence, Red 441 —Office, Red 44 A. MACRAE SMITH, M. D. Telephone Red 521 Office, Red Front Building WHATCOM, WASH. FRANK J. VAN KIRK, M. D. Practice Limited to EYE, EAR, NOSE AND THROAT CLOVER BLOCK WHATCOM, WASH. DR. L W.POWELL OSTEOPATHIC PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Office, Hannah Block 'Phones—Residence, Black 671 —Office, Red 64 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [6] ---------- DR. lt;J. C.MINTON DENTIST Rooms t, 10 12, Fitter BUc Residence Phone Black 689 Cor. Dock and Holly office Phoae Red 2 * DR. C. A. DARLING DENTIST Rooms 18 end 19 Fiaher Block Corner Dock end Holly Streets PHONE BLACK 375 WHATCOM, WASH. DR. F. J. GEOGHEGAN DENTIST Rooms 4 and 6, Red Front Block Telephone Red 881 WHATCOM. WASH. MODERN DENTAL PARLORS DR. O. C. GILBERT, MANAGER Hnlfeniftf* i 108 West Holly Street Holly Block j 1806 p ^ s t r ^ t J^J^ B t a c k i m ALL WORK GUARANTEED DR. G. E. FOSTER OSTEOPATH ALL CHRONIC DISEASES A SPECIALTY Office Hours: 0 to 12 a. m., 1 to 5 p. m. Holly Block 'PHONES-Office, Red 1874 —Residence, Red 82 CONSTJI/TATION FRKB DR. WILBUR N. HUNT Physician and Surgeon OFFICE 'Phones—Office, Black 886 Rooms A and B, Red Front Blk —Residence Red 122 Office 'Phone, Red 471 Residence 'Phone Red 694 CHAS. L. HOLT, M. D. Specialties! Diseases of the Eye, Ear Note and Threat Rooms 1 and 2 Fisher Block Win visit patients at their homes WHATCa»|, WASH ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [7] ---------- We are showing the lat­est styles in 5 o f t and Stiff Hats J J J lt; We carry a complete line of Furnish­ing Goods and Shoes. Whatcom Washington All the Latest and Most Correct ...Styles in... PHOTOGRAPHY LOTHROP BROS. Enlarging and Finishing in Crayon, Pastel, Water Color and Sepia DOCK ST.* "WHATCOM PIANOS YOU CAN DEAL WITH US BRIGGS' PIANO AND MUSIC CO. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [8] ---------- A SHORT STORY EASY SHOES AT EASY PRICES I M I EASY FEET AND EASY PURSES THIS IS OUR DREW-SELBT SHOK FOR LADIES SOLD ONLY ST AnnfrNolte •MOB • « . PRICE $ 2 . 7 6 THE BUSY SHOE PEOPLE 126 WEST HOLLY Headquarters for Men's and Boys' Clothing, Hats and : : : : Caps, Shoes and Furnishing Goods : : : : Globe Clothing Company DAN MeCUSH, MANAGER w Roily Street •••• OINtcoai Try our Fancy Canned Fruit and Vege- : i : : tables. Quality guaranteed : : : : Hans Pearson ...The Grocer... Wholesale and Retail Prices Right ELDRIDGE KLINE OmCC, PIKE BLOCK TELEPHONE MAIN 147 . . . WHATCOM,! WASH... WE will sell you a city lot in any part of this city or Pairhaven, and if you are short of money we will furnish money to build your house on small monthly payments. We have a good list of farm prop-erty. Call and get prices and terms. Write your Are insurance with Kline, who repre­sents the /ETNA, the leading Fire Insurance Co.r off America ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [9] ---------- s FACULTY EDWARD T. MATHES, Pricipal, History and Pedagogy JOHN T. FORREST, Mathematics FRANCIS W. EPLY, Physical Sciences WASHINGTON WILSON, Psychology and Peda­gogy Miss MITTIE U. MYERS, English MISS IDA A. BAKER, English and Mathematics EDWIN N. STONE, Latin MISS ADA HOGLE, Drawing MISS FRANCES HAYS, Reading and Physical Culture A. P. ROMINE, Bilogical Sciences Miss AVANELLE COLEMAN, 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 MABEL ZOE WILSON, Librarian ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [10] ---------- /— $tate — \ Dormal School WHATCOM * "WASHINGTON S beautifully located be­tween the cities of What­com and Fairhaven ; pop­ulation of the two cities, 20,000; cities have all the modern conveniences; electric cars run within one block of the campus : : : Offers T h r e e R e g u l a r C o u r s e s - Advanced elective courses; Special courses in methods; Courses in manual training; Review courses. Prominent Features— Catalogued library; large museum; Physical, chemical, biological laboratories; Stereoptican and darkrooms; Gymnasium, dressing rooms, baths: Manual training department: Large training school, well conducted; Large and beautiful auditorium. A d m i s s i o n and E x p e n s e s - Second semester opens February 2, 1903; Students enter at any time; Board and room costs $3.50 to $4.00 per week; Self boarding costs $6.00 to $10.00 a month; No tuition; library fee $10— gt;£ returnable; Text books are loaned free. CATALOGUE FREE CORRESPONDENCE INVITED Edward T. MatHes Principal ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [11] ---------- Normal Messenger March 1903 THE TRAINING SCHOOL (CONCLUDED) H. J. TROMANHAUSER EQUIPMENT AND CERTAIN FEATURES. CHIS concluding article will deal with certain minutiae which may be of inter­est to the student. To begin then, the library of the Training School has a separate existence of its own. There are already 749 volumes in our shelves and additions are be­ing made constantly. Every book has been carefully selected with special reference to its direct bearing upon the course of study or upon the character of the pupil. The picture cabinet contains upward of a thousand pic­tures well mounted upon slate-grey cardboard. They embrace all sorts of subjects; for ex­ample, Puritans and Pilgrims, Historic Build­ings, portraits of artists, musicians, poets, statesmen, etc., views from almost every country on the globe, mythological, biblical, and literary subjects with others too numerous to detail. These pictures are of great value throughout the departments and in all sub­jects. The Cabinet, like the library, is not complete nor will it be; it should grow so long as the school stands upon its foundations. The school museum is also of great help to us. The curator has always been most gen­erous with us, permitting our using anything which in any way could serve our needs. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [12] ---------- Drawing subjects are being sought the year round and it is a pleasure to place before an expectant class an eagle, a loon, a bear cub or—a young crocodile even if he is stuffed and dry-eyed. In addition to the equipment just mentioned there are numerous references such as dictionaries and encyclopaedias which are well within the capacity of the average pupil. The state has treated us generously in the matter of equipment though we still need much, and since we have been gener­ously dealt with we are trying to take good care of everything we have and to make the most of it. There are some features in the Curriculum of the Training School which may also prove interesting to the student as a prospective teacher. For example we might mention the topical method of teaching geography, history and science chiefly in grades beyond the primary. Children are being trained to out­line a subject, to think of it under classified heads and subheads. Of course the object is orderly thinking. It is gratifying to watch a pupil's growth along this line. He soon learns that a subject has its branches which in turn ramify into given details which must be marshalled under their correct head in order to secure systematic arrangement. It is difficult at first but the mind soon falls into this method and accurate classification eventu­ally becomes habitual and almost subcon­scious. Some of the student-teachers exhibit much strength and adaptability in learning to teach by the topical method. Several young ladies have done most excellent work with it and many have done well. Others who are not orderly by instinct, have much difficulty before they perceive the good fruits of their labors. Running parallel with this method is what we term the special topic. If the gen­eral subject were English history and the class were considering, for example, the Tudor period, it would be the business of the teacher to select topics correlative with that period ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [13] ---------- and assign one to each pupil in the class. Thus one might be assigned "The Character of Henry VII," another "Cardinal Wolsey," another "The Loss of Calais," another "John Knox'' and so on. The pupil is then expected to begin collecting materials for his topic which is to be delivered upon a certain day. He must outline his subject and rehearse until able to present it before his class. This re­quires independent research and trains him to speak confidently and intelligently in presence of his classmates. Properly conducted the special topic is valuable training. The home reading of pupils is also an interesting phase of our work. All pupils in the school are urged to read the library books regularly at home. We aim to cultivate a taste for the best by selecting for the pupil those books for which he has a liking, provided that liking be healthy. He is urged to read correlatively with his studies, for example, if studying Asia, he is urged to read books of travel upon that subject, or if studying American History to read Hawthorne's "Grand-father's Chair," "The Boys of '6i," Morris' "Historical Tales" or "Hero-Tales from American His­tory, '' etc. A story book pure and simple is given occasionally as a "treat." Opening the record at random, I find that a pupil in the seventh grade has read 17 standard books this year besides keeping up a good classroom record. Among these books are Prescott's "Peru," three volumes; "Tales from Shakes­peare," "Nicholas Nickleby," "Story of the Golden Age," Farmers' "History of the French Revolution,''' 'Country of the Dwarfs'' and "The Hoosier Schoolmaster." An In­termediate boy has in the same period read 14 books including, "The King of the Golden River," "Stange Stories from History," "Uncle Remus," "The Explorations of Stan­ley" and "The Trail of the Sandhill Stag." These pupils represent a fair average. The parents manifest considerable interest and frequently request books themselves, which ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [14] ---------- we are always pleased to send. Still another regular feature of the course of study is the dictation lesson, the value of which can not be over-estimated. All pupils are assigned a paragraph or two of good English to learn so that upon the following day they may write it from dictation. Carefully conducted, this exercise furnishes excellent practice in spell­ing, penmanship, neatness, arrangement and the habit of close listening, to say nothing of its value as an aid to language. The morn­ing exercises deserve also a passing glance. They include classic poems, devotional songs, classic stories, etc. The sixth and seventh grades for example are at present taking Chaucer's "Canterbury Tales." The music and drawing are growing stronger. As time advances the children are showing the fruits of this work as never before. A recent vis­itor remarked that she had never heard so many sweet voices together. This is the result largely of climatic conditions. To Miss Coleman's devoted efforts we desire to accord special praise. She has the Grammar department music now in charge and it is needless to add that the hour is a golden one for the children. Boys so seldom enjoy the music period in any school, but our lads are fond of the "Tinkers' Chorus." In the line of drawing and manual train­ing the work this year is more than holding its own, though the latter is of course in its incipiency. It is more of a temptation than I can resist to refrain from mentioning two exceptional students who have worked with us this year, namely Miss Breckenfeld for the best drawing and manual training work done in the Primary, and Mr. Morris for the best work in drawing in the Grammar department. Both have left their impress for time to come. German was introduced into the school as an experiment. That experiment has proved beyond the shadow of a doubt that the proper place to begin the study of a language is in the grades. The matter of pronunciation be- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [15] ---------- comes easy and a child may grow as naturally and happily into a foreign tongue as into his mother tongue. He must not, however, be stultified with formal grammar or ossified by being required to commit lists of exceptions. That kind of language "teaching" has had its day and has been laid away in the cata­combs with other educational mummies. The advanced class in German average 13 years of age and after having read among other things a paraphrase of Goethe's "Reineke Fuchs" and many of the best known German Lyrics, are at present reading a quite difficult synopsis of the Nibelungen Lied. Thus they are obtain­ing not only the German language itself but also no mean acquaintance with German literature, that is, considering that they are only children yet. But you are tired listening to so much about the Training School infant! He is probably not so fascinating to you as he is to us. But you must know that he is a kind of delicious torment because there is no end to his possibilities—he may grow up honest enough to escape the slow stain of politics and fearless enough, when in the right, to stand by his guns. LIBRARY INCE the opening of the What­com State Normal School, four year ago, its library has in­creased to four thousand six hundred volumes. These vol­umes have been selected to meet the demands of the Normal students in their research work and supplementary reading. The standard works of poetry, fiction travel, and biography are well represented, besides many volumes pertaining to methods, peda­gogy* psychology, philosophy, literature, his­tory, science, and economics. Careful atten­tion has been given to the general reference ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [16] ---------- library, which contains encyclopaedias of the above subjects. During the last year, the books have been classified and catalogued according to the Dewey Decimal system. The inexperienced student may, at first, be puzzled by the "decimals" which appear on the lables of the books, and, while his use of the library would be facilitated if he should learn their signifi­cance, still, it is not necessary for him to be­come familiar with more than the general numbers. If a student wishes to know the location of a certain book on the shelves, he should go to the card catalogue and look either for the title or author of the book among the cards, which are arranged in simple alphabetical style. In the upper left corner of the card will be written the class number and author number. These constitute the call number which is duplicated on the label on the back of the book. The cases and shelving are plainly labeled and the student can readily obtain the book. Several thousand cards re­ferring to subjects not implied in the titles of the books have been added to the catalogue. With a few minutes explanation concerning the classification and catalogue, any student can quickly find the books he wishes.' The three aims of a Normal School library are to entertain, to inform, and to inspire. The first step towards accomplishing these, is to be able to use the library in such a way as to obtain desired material easily and quickly. When once the resources of a library, how­ever small it may be, are revealed to a student, he will realize the truth of what Thomas Carlyle says, that the true University of these days, is a collection of books and all education is to teach us how to read. The library occupies a large room on the second floor of the main building. It is also used for a study room and all students who are in the building must be in the library during periods when they have no recitations. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [17] ---------- That it may be a'room in which real study can be accomplished, all unnecessary noise is held as a discredit to the offending student. Chairs and tables are provided for the ac­commodation and comfort of the students. Free access to the books is permitted and two books may be diawn out at a time. The student must have these recorded by the librarian. To insure their return and to avoid too long delay, a fine is imposed if the book is held more than two weeks. Each person is required to make good all damages to books sustained at his hands and if the book is lost, to pay for it. If any member of the faculty wants a class to use certain books in the library to supple­ment the studies, these books may be drawn at four p. m. and must be returned by nine a. m. the following day. Books belonging to the reference library are not to be taken from the room. Current Magazines, periodicals and daily papers are in the library for the use of all students. A card catalogue of important articles contained in these is being prepared by members of the literature classes. When the magazines be­come "back numbers," they are placed on file in the magazine room. Students are pri­vileged to use these for research work and may draw them out with the same regulations as the library books. THE LUZZAN CONCERT. BY far the greatest musical treat that has been afforded us this season, occurred Saturday evening, February 38, at Beck's theatre, where we were privileged to hear, as the fourth number of the Bellingham Bay Lecture Course, Mile. Zelie de Luzzan in an evening's recital. Mile, de Luzzan is well known to us as an opera singer of note and hence it was a large and expectant audience which awaited the pleasure of a whole evening with this star as ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [18] ---------- soloist That the audience was not in the slightest degree disappointed need not be said, but it is to be regretted that Mile, de Luzzan was not shown a greater appreciation of her works. This artist has a charming personality and happy manner which alone would have cap- * tivated her audience. Her voice is a mezzo-soprano of wonderful richness and beauty of tone. The artistic manner in which she finished her tones in making us feel that they were fairly melting away showed consummate skill and wonderful control. Mile, de Luzzan is essentially an opera singer, and while one enjoys immensely her concert work, there is great longing to hear her in operatic roles where her voice may have greater range and her wonderful amount of dramatic ability display itself. Her rendition of "Habanera" from "Carmen" gave us a hint of how delightful she must be in that role. Mile, de Luzzan's program was full of variety and she showed fine taste and feeling in all her numbers. "Sleep Well, Sweet Angel" and "Connais tu le Pays" from "Mignon" were most artistically sung, while "La Paloino," sung in a most characteristic way and the encore, "Come in and Shut the Door," were enthusiastically received. It is to be regretted however that several of the numbers appearing on the program were not sung, though their substitutes were perhaps equally enjoyable. Mr. Angelo Fronani as pianist did most ac­ceptable work. As accompanist he showed artistic taste and a decidedly musical tempera­ment, entering fully into the spirit of all the selections he played. As pianist Mr. Fronani showed good technique and execution, as well as a very delicate and pleasing touch. His rendition of Reinecke's "Andantino" was particularly artistic. We appreciate how great is the privilege of hearing such a concert as this and congratu­late the Lecture Course committee heartily upon their ability to secure such artists as these in their course. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [19] ---------- Che normal messenger Published Monthly By the Students of THE STATE NORMAL SCHOOL WHATCOM, WASHINGTON £ D! EASON/05 '°3} BUSINESS MANAGERS. EDITORIAL STAFF F. W. RHOADES, '03 Editor-in-Chief BELLE WILLIAMS, '03, Parthenon j T it.rarv GERTRUDE SMITH, '03, Utopian...) .....Literary MARY PATRIC, '0? Y. W. C. A I T , . „ ABBIE LYNN, '04, Soronian j • vocals ETHEL EVERETT, '04, Aurora Alumni PEARL PEIME, '05, Chilic Exchanges F. D. EASON, '05, Philomathean Athletics MINNIE SHUMWAY, '04, Alcott School Notes ETHEL WORTHEN, '03, Kulshan Miscellaneous EARL S. MORRIS, '03, Parthenon Staff Artist TERMS—FIFTY CENTS A YEAR Address all communications to the Editor-in-chief, Whatcom, Wash. Issued the fifteenth of every month. All copy must be in the hands of the editor-in-chief on or before the ninth of the month. Application has been made for entry at the Whatcom Postoffice, as second-class matter. VOL IV MARCH J903 NO. 5 If an X is marked in the square at the left it signifies that you have not yet paid your subcription to the Messenger for this year. Kindly remit at your earliest conveni­ence. {'A box has been placed in the library where students may deposit articles of personal, local, or general interest to the readers of the Messenger.''—Normal Messenger, March ipoi. The idea was a good one to be sure, but, evidently, "the guest reckoned without his host." The editor-in-chief possesses a key to said box, which is at the rear of the librarian's desk, and each month before going to press, he has faithfully, reverently, and expectantly raised the lid of this mute solicitor of ' 'articles of personal, local, or general interest to the readers of the Messenger'' and peered over its brow into its bottom-most depths. With but one exception since the present incumbent assumed his duties at the beginning of this school-year nothing has introduced itself to obstruct his view of the safety-pin and few matches innocently reclining at the bottom. On the occasion of the exception, men- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [20] ---------- tioned, someone had mistaken the box for the post-office, and had the editor been as derelict in his duty as the "students" referred to in the above clipping, the sum total of this world's woe would have been increased by two more sad hearts accusing one another of inconstancy. The editor has been hoping without avail that perhaps the students might mistake the box for a slot-machine. Fellow students, have you a desire that the Normal Messenger shall be full of articles of "personal interest," of articles of "local interest," of articles of "general interest;" that it shall be a credit to our school? Then assist the editors in their efforts to make it so, by making use of the above mentioned box. If you know of an item of ' 'personal, local, or general in­terest," give it as brilliant a write-up as your powers enable you to, and deposit the same in said box. Here is an excellent chance to discover your ability as a writer. In the April number we will open a department with the heading—"Messenger-box Receipts for the Month." May it be an interesting and entertaining department. The following poem gleaned from one of the exchanges has in it the right spirit. We print it for your benefit, that you may commit it and let it be your guide and solace in time of trouble or despondency: If you strike a thorn or rose, Keep a-goin'. If it hails or if it snows, Keep a-goin'. 'Taint no us to sit and-whine When the fish ain't on your line: Bait your hook and keep on tryin', Keep a-goin'. When the weather kills your crop, Keep a-goin'. When you tumble from the top, Keep a-goin'. S'pose you're out o' every dime! Gettin' broke ain't any crime ; ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [21] ---------- Tell the world you're feelin' prime, Keep a-goin'. When it looks like all is up, Keep a-goin'. Drain the sweetness from the cup, Keep a-goin'. See the wild bird on the wing, Hear the bells that sweetly ring, When you feel like sighin,' sing. Keep a-goin.' —F. L. Stanton. Locals. Miss May Temple has left school. On March 6, Miss Hogle gave the girls a talk on friendship.- Jennie Gilchrist visited at her home in Stanwood, March 6, 7 and 8. Dr. Mathes has been attending institutes at Port Orchard for the past week. Students who habitually fail to attend gen­eral assembly miss many good things. Miss Bessie Boyer, '02 and Mr. Bnzo Loop, attended the Second Years' Reception. Miss Rogers of Sultian is visiting her sister Meryl. She visited the Normal March 10. On February 26, Rev. Todd gave a talk at Y. W. C. A. Many of the students attended. Which is the most pious fowl? The chicken, because it so often enters the ministry. Belle Williams, Minnie Shumway, F. D. Bason and Barl Morris are on the sick list. La Grippe. Miss York of Everett is visiting her sister, Edith. She attended the Reception of the Second Years. I^ou Dobler, of the Senior class has been called home on account of the death of her brother at Baker City, Oregon. Prof. Yoder, of the U. of W. visited the school with his class in Pedagogy on February ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [22] ---------- 26, and gave the school a short talk in assem­bly. One of the social functions of the past month was the Valentine party given by the first year students in the ' 'Gym.'' A delight­ful time was reported. Prof. Bowman delivered a lecture to the Whatcom County teachers' association, which met in Fairhaven on March 7, on the subject, "How to Teach History." Rev. Rowland of Michigan, who is holding-special services at the Presbyterian church, gave a talk in assembly, March 10, telling of some of his experiences in school. On February 27, the Parthenon club gave a burlesque in the Auditorium for the benefit of the society hall. A good crowd attended and the Parthenons report $15.00. Rev. Evans, of Fremont, visited the Nor­mal, March 3, and spoke to the students, tel­ling some very amusing stories. The quota­tion from Mark Twain was very apt. Children playing hotel:—Eva—"Guess I'll carry this big trunk upstairs." Bobby (innocently)—"You don't ketch me walking. I'm going up in the alligator." On his return from Olympia, Dr. Mathes gave the students a talk. After hearing it the students felt as though there was something besides school and the four walls of the Nor­mal. Mr. Eason was elected by the Philoma-thean society to fill the position on the Edi­torial staff, that of athletic editor, made vacant by the withdrawal of Mr. Ernest O'Loughlin. The faculty have, we hear, granted the re­quest of the Senior class and will have sepa­rate pictures taken and put upon a large card. Every Senior wants a good picture of the members of the faculty. We hear rumors of a farce by the faculty ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [23] ---------- for the benefit of the society hall. We hope it is not all rumor for should the faculty give something of this kind we bespeak for them a large and enthusiastic audience. The school, faculty, and seniors had their pictures taken on February 20. They are for sale at Evans' Art Store and every student should possess one, all three if you can. The school picture is especially good. Emma Gruber's mother, Mrs. John Gruber of Chehalis, and her sister Mrs. Doty with her little nephew, Walter Doty, and niece Char­lotte Doty have been visiting Miss Gruber at 507 High street for the past week. Miss Baker gave her spelling class a talk on Pyrography on Monday as they had no recitation. It was very interesting and in­structive. There are some very beautiful pieces of work in Miss Baker's room. Dr. Bowman has given the students two talks. On February 23 he spoke of the new department created by Congress, that of com­merce, with Mr. Cortelyou as secretary. On March 5, he discussed the Monroe Doctrine. Miss Myers gave the students a talk on the play "Much Ado About Nothing" before the play was given by Hanford at Beck's Theatre. As in the case with the Madam de Lussan con­cert, the enjoyment by the students of the play was increased by hearing Miss Myers' talk. Candy sales are quite the fad lately. The second year class gave one February 13, and the Juniors on March 6. The lower hall was suggestively sweet on those days. Who will be the next to furnish creamy fudges, taffy, and other delicious home made candies to an appreciative public ? On February 26 the Senior class gave a re­ception to the visitors from the U. of W., at Dr. Mathes. The university students who visited the school were, Misses Reeves, Pratt, McDonald, Crueger, Heflfner; Messrs Smith, ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [24] ---------- Shell and Maynard. A delightful evening was spent in the Mathes' pleasant home. On March 2 the students were favored with a visit from Mr. Hanford, who played ' 'Much Ado About Nothing" that evening. He ad­dressed the school at 3:20 in the auditorium, speaking of the proposed National or Home Theatre, at Washington, D. C., and then re­cited Mark Antony's address, "The Soliloquy of Claudius," a scene from "The Merchant of Venice'' and ' 'As you Like It.'' Miss Baker gave the students a talk on February 25, concerning Madam de Lussan, who gave the concert on Saturday evening. After hearing Miss Baker's charming talk everyone was anxious to see and hear Madam de Lussan. All wanted to hear her songs in French, Spanish, Italian and German, hear her in ' 'Carmen'' and see her gowns with the ' 'made in Paris'' stamp. And when she came our pleasure was greater having heard some­thing about her. Miss Hatch, a returned missionary from Siam, gave a talk February 11, which was lis­tened to with a good deal of interest. She dressed in costume and exhibited a number of beautiful curios. Mr. Jones, '07, was dressed as a Siamese prince and afforded a good deal of amusement. Miss Hatch told of the condi­tions in Siam in regard to education and es­pecially with regard to women. She was one of the most interesting returned missionaries who has visited the Normal. It is with deep regret that we are compelled to chronicle the disconnection of Ernest O'L/Oughlin with our Editorial staff and our school. While a student of the W. S. N. S. "Buff," as he was familiarly called, earned the respect and admiration of all his fellow students. He was a good student and ac­tively loyal to his chosen school. On Friday evening, February 27, he and Mr. Watkins set sail for San Francisco in pursuit of ad­venture. May success be to them. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [25] ---------- Room 5 has been named the flirting room and before any student can receive a diploma they must have a course in this room. That is the reason the Senior class are flocking to that room and cramming so hard. We pre­dict that some of the Freshmen will pass without taking the^final examination in this subject. Some of the Juniors have taken time by the forelock and are^doing good work in that line now, not leaving so much to be done in their Senior year. The poor Seniors have had no experience in this line which necessitates hard work before the final. On the and of March, the fifteenth anni­versary of the organization of the government of Washington, a Native Daughters' Society was organized, with fifteen charter members, all of whom are young ladies of the Normal school. It is very evident that in ten years a great many of the relics of the early history of Washington will be destroyed unless some effort is soon made to preserve them. The purpose, then, of this society is to make col­lections of photographs and any other things connected with the history of the settlement of our State. We hope the interest will spread to other schools in the state, for it certainly is a worthy object. Some would like to know why Miss Take, who carries off so many things from the cloak­rooms, is; not publicly censured or even ex­pelled from the school. Why she is permitted to continue her petty practice unmolested is more than honest, honor-loving students can comprehend. Scarcely a general assembly hour passes without an announcement of a new offense committed by her. We have not had the pleasure (?) of meeting the young lady, nor have we heard her name mentioned except in connection with some missing article. Who is she and is her presence here at the Normal simply for the purpose of carrying on her pilfering practices ? The Second Years may have been late in ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [26] ---------- giving their reception but it would not be a very great stretch of the truth to say that the last was the best. A unique and original program was rendered. An interesting fea­ture of the evening was the gypsy fortune telling. Kneeling at the feet of a gypsy your fortune, past, present and future, was read from your palm by the weird light of a candle. The decorations were artistic and showed lots of work and class spirit. The green and orange looked very pretty. And the '06 souvenirs were very pretty. The class are indeed to be congratulated upon the suc­cess of their reception for everyone had a delightful time even if it was a very stormy evening. Alumni. Miss Maude Drake is teaching in Tacoma. Miss Carrie Risedorph is in Seattle this year. Miss Emma Mytlialer is one of the teachers in Ballard. Miss Emma Ratcliff was visiting with friends in Whatcom last week. Miss Maude Woodin of Anacortes and Mrs. McL,ain (Clairice Witter) visited the Normal last week. Misses Edna and Helen Whitney once members of the class 1904 spent a few days in Whatcom that they might attend the concert. Miss Bessie Boyer and Mr. Enzo Loop, now at East Sound, were in Whatcom to attend the Reception given by the Second Year students of the Normal. Miss Minnie Penfield was in Whatcom to attend the concert given by Mile. Zelie de Luzzan. During her talk with one of our Seniors, she showed her interest in the school by asking a great deal about it, and also showed that she appreciated reading the "Messenger." ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [27] ---------- THE KULSHANS. Many years ago, dear schoolmates, When this lovely western country Knew no man except the Red Man, In a little Indian village, Near Mount Baker's snowy summit, Dwelt the tribe we call the Kulshans. And the great Mount towering o'er them, Robed in ice and crowned with snowflakes, They believed to be their guardian, Believed to be their God—Protector, Hence they called the mountain "Kulshan, Meaning, in their tongue, "our guardian." When the setting sun at evening Bathed their white robed god in crimson, Crowned his snowy head with splendor, And the night winds sighed and murmured Through the pine trees of the forest. Then they said he spoke unto them, Saying, "All is well my children." Thus for many years together Lived the Kulshans in their village— Lived in peace and love together, In their homes upon the mountain, And were blessed in all the good things That the Indian knew in those days. But this could not last forever, For the white man, pushing westward, Crossed the mountain and the river, Scaled the mountain's highest summit, Crossed the river's swiftest current, Till he reached the land of "Sunset." In a peaceful summer's evening, In the sunset's fading splendor, When the shades of night were falling, Came a stranger worn and weary To the village of the Kulshans, Whom they met with greatest kindness. And they led him to a wigwam, Made a great feast in his honor, Summoned all the braves and maidens To the wigwam of their chieftan, That they too might make him welcome; Had him tell them of his home land And the reason of his coming. Much they marveled at his stories, Of the Eastern land they knew not, Of the customs, dress, and language, Of the people he had left there, Of the wonderful adventures He'd encountered on his journey. In their turn the Kulshans told him Of the free, wild life they led here, ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [28] ---------- How they built canoes and wigwams, How they fished the streams for salmon, Slew the deer with bow and arrow; This they talked for many hours In the wigwams, round the fires. In the midnight they were awakened To behold the god they worshipped, Wreathed in fire, in smoke and ashes, Thundering, grumbling, mumbling, roaring; Belching flames and flinging boulders Down upon them from his summit. Then the Kulshans all were frightened, For they knew their god was angry That they'd entertained the stranger, And they dared not stay there longer Though which way to turn, they knew not— Knew not where to seek for refuge. So for many years they wandered, Finding not a spot to suit them, Till at last they, by good fortune Found the Normal School at Whatcom, And there settled down for ever; There to live and there to flourish. Should you ask, "Who was the stranger?" "How came he among the Kulshans? " I would answer, I would tell you, 'Twas the good Professor Eply, Who had lost his way in wandering O'er his dearly loved Mount Baker, Hunting for volcanic ashes, "Self-made plains" and "buried rivets." "Tradelasts" AND SOME TRADE THAT DOESN'T LAST The exchanges are jolly and interesting this month. Time and space does not allow our giving our estimation of each one; we enjoy all immensely. The Wa-Wa with its bright stories and depth of thought was welcomed again. Spinster, why were you absent last month ? We feared you had gone on your wedding tour. "A New Year's resolution" is witty and holds its moral. Students intending to apply for country schools should first read Reed's thoughts on that subject, in The Northwestern. The College Independent progresses rapidly. We like your typical Washington cover page. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [29] ---------- Kodak, why so formal this month ? We miss your merry prattle but thank you for your favorable criticism on "When Nobody Else is Aroun." I^ife is earnest, life is real, and it would be most sublime if we were not kept so busy studying latin all the time.—Ex. "The Bill Crowns"—a jingling little poem in The Adjutant. The stories in The Comet betray the native state of that paper. We admire your patriot­ism, Comet. Man is an animal that roasts his neighbors. —Ex. Why not instigate a chain letter system among the exchange editors and thereby bring the educational institutions into closer rela­tionship ? An ordinary Freshman may make an extra­ordinary Senior, for the brightest lamp burns out soonest.—Ex. The Academy Journal and the High School Review make good use of their exchange col­umns. We enjoy a round of criticisms be­tween two papers, but there is sometimes a limit, beyond that limit criticisms become disagreeable. At Yale, Freshmen may take swimming in place of gymnasium work. Ivittle Son:—Papa, your garbage man is the best man I ever saw. Father:—Why, my son ? Son:—'Cause this morning, after he put the load in the wagon, he tried to start the mule, but it would'nt go. Finally, he got' down off the wagon and told the mule about Jesus and God a long time. The Pacific Wave is always on time. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [30] ---------- NATURE'S SECRET. As I sat one eve in the gloaming By my window opened wide, It seemed that Nature in beauty, Came and stood quietly by my side. "I have come to tell you a secret" She said with a gentle grace, As she laid her hand on my shoulder And looked softly down in my face. "I have come to tell you a secret That only love can tell; That love alone can establish In hearts that love never repel. ' 'It is this, that nature is happy When the world goes well with all And beams on the just and the unjust, Through summer, spring time and fall. "In winter, I send down soft carpets ; In summer, paint heavens of blue ; In evenings, great diamonds give star-light; In the mornings, I sprinkle with dew. "But 'tis not I—who makes you so happy, But friends that are dearest to you, Who seek and delight in your presence— Then love men and you'll love Nature too." And Nature delights in your loving And opens your eyes in delight, Bequeaths you a friendship most lasting, Makes heavy duties and sorrows seem light. W. M. H.-'04 Second Year Reception. MM HE Class of '06 has proven its ability to entertain. The atmosphere of expectation and mystery which pervaded the institution for several days reached a climax, when Miss Hogle announced in chapel, that the Second Years would entertain the members of the faculty and the students including their "brothers and sisters." Even the weather which had been exceptionally fine for six weeks made a special effort to be interesting. But in spite of the inclement we at, her at eight o'clock on the eve of March 6, the guests began to arrive. They were met at the door by the reception committee and ushered to the auditorium under arches of cedar and ivy ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [31] ---------- from which hung Japanese lanterns. " '06" in old gold, the class colors, was everywhere. The auditorium was tastefully decorated. At 8:30 with Miss Sweeney at the piano, the class marched in, with Prof. Forrest and Miss Hogle, the class teachers, leading. Be­fore being seated the class yell was given with characteristic class spirit. Second Year! Second Year! Zip! Boom! Bah! We're the real thing! Rah! Rah! Rah! Are we dead ! Well I guess nix ! We're the class of ipo6 ! After an excellent program, the class presi­dent, Pinkney White, invited the guests to the other rooms where a variety of entertain­ment awaited them. Mr. Wilson's room was supplied with ping-pong, flinch, carroms, dominoes and crokinole. In Miss Myers' room were guessing games. The center of attraction, however, seemed to be the gypsy's room. Here, in a tent sur­rounded by cedar trees, a gypsy revealed the the future and exposed the past. Miss Hogle's room was exceptionally pretty. Ropes of ivy and cedar were suspended from the center to the corners of the room. Here, ice­cream and cake were served on the small drawing tables, each accommodating four people. At a late hour the guests departed voting unanimously that the " '06" is a class of which the Normal should be proud. The following class poem was recited by Stella Dodd with Grace Cox at the piano: If you meet a First Year student Coming through the aisle, Ask him why he looks so frightened Never seems to smile. He will stop and tell you sadly, Crying all the while, Lessons are too hard for us That's why we never smile. All the classes have their troubles, None they say have we; We are the pride of this whole school The teachers all agree. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [32] ---------- And the Third Years! O, the Third Years! Coming down the aisle, What's the tale of woe they tell us, Shall we pause awhile ? Some of us have failed in physics; Note books are our dread; Teaching in the Training school, We almost lose our heads. All the classes have their troubles, None they say have we, We are the pride of this whole school The teachers all agree. And the Juniors—bless the Juniors, Coming down the aisle; They are working hard they tell us, Cramming all the while. If a Junior meets a Senior, Coming down the aisle; Senior looks down on the Junior, Smiling all the while. All the classes have their troubles, None they say have we; We are the pride of this whole school The teachers all agree. Stately Senior—thinking slowly, Moving down the aisle; Will I ever get my sheep-skin ? Scheming all the while. Mighty Seniors still are children Playing in the clay, Soon there'll come a great commencement Then they'll go away. All the classes have their troubles, None they say have we; We are the pride of this whole school The teachers all agree. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [33] ---------- OUR NORMAL SCHOOL. Upon a steep inclining hill, A majestic building stands; Though girls are many and boys are few, 'Tis the joy of many lands. When strangers first the Normal spy 'Way up there on the hill, They think it a very steep climb and sigh "O my, it's enough to kill! " At times, to our school, a lecturer comes To give us a little address; He looks all about in wonderment grave, Then, seeing the boys, says "Ah, yes." A certain definite outline, it seems, Is followed by every one ; A puff for the building and good-looking girls, O, we know it all ere they're done. Of course to all rules there are exceptions though, So don't think them all as I say, But sometime come up and judge for yourself, We have one most every day. You'll find one real jolly, another sad; And there are others between; But if you have any choice what so-e'er, You had better several glean. Occasionally comes a reception grand To which we invite all our friends; A program is furnished with all its details, And with some refreshments it ends. There are also the lecturers as placed on a course, Which by all should be well enjoyed; If appreciative minds be the natural bent, Of pleasure our school's not devoid. As summary of knowledge or points is desired And required in every day's teaching; So, here, must I practice what I have just said And also what I have been preaching. I've mentioned the building, the boys and the girls And suggested the opinion of strangers; The lecturers' outlines, receptions, and such And have not alluded to dangers. G. M. S'-'OS. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [34] ---------- Dignity and Impudence. CHEIR friends facetiously nick-named them * 'Dignity and Impudence.'' The names fitted remarkably well, 'pointing as they did to the respective characteristics of the two college boys. The other boys wondered, sometimes, what the careless, easy-going Dan found congenial in serious, studious Donald McGregor or how Donald, a confirmed book­worm, managed to get along with his room­mate who was never, in his life, known to go in seriously for anything but foot ball. But one thing was certain, they were congenial. To be sure, Dan did most of the talking for he thoroughly enjoyed it and Donald listened from sheer force of habit At the time our story begins the college was in a little breeze of excitement regarding a grand reception to be given at the home of one of the faculty. All the students were invited and the invitations had been marvels of daintiness. The hostess—Mrs. Farrel—had planned a "fiction evening," assigning to each of the gentlemen some well known character, their companions for the evening to appear in a corresponding role. To Donald had fallen the character of 1 'Ivanhoe'' and Dan was very sadly perplexed by the role of "Mr. Tuppman." "Who the mischief was that chap?" solil­oquized Dan. "Oh yes, I know he was that fogy who was so fond of the ladies, wasn't he? I'm not well versed in Dickens, you know? Wonder how she came to give me such a part?" "I think Mrs. Farrel knows you pretty well," was his companion's cool rejoinder. * * * * * * * At last the eventful night came and Dan was having a great time over-hauling his trappings when he suddenly looked up and called out— "By the way, Don, who's to be the lovely ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [35] ---------- Rowena? I didn't mean to slight you old man, 'pon my word I didn't, but I clean for­got to inquire after her. Give her my com­pliments and"— "Oh! Shut up your gabble" said his companion. "Now I like that; only geese gabble. Would you be unkind enough to call your truest friend and everlasting slave—Daniel Felix Grauby—a Gauder? " A growl was his only reply, whereupon Dan discovered that he had not noticed any preparations, on Donald's part, for the eve­ning's entertainment and he set to work in dead earnest to discover the reason. "Now see here, old chap you're going aren't you," said Dan, his heels beating a tattoo on the trunk , "This 'recept' is quite the thing of the year, you know." Seeing that there was no such a thing as getting rid of his tormenter, Donald rose to the occasion. "Well," said he, "I guess you wouldn't either if the girl you asked to go as 'Rowena' wouldn't do it." "Oh yes I should—I'd just go after another one—try again, you know." "Humph." Dan concluded to venture once more. "Did you ask her or write it all out? " "I—wrote i t ." "Too bad, too bad," mourned Dan. "You ought to use you vocal powers. Girls are skittish creatures, you known; now if you wrote?"—-just here lie dodged Donald's "Natural Philosophy" and then went on com­posedly—" if you wrote, I say, like as not she got it when her hair wouldn't curl just right, or her room-mate had borrowed her best neck ribbon. You ought to have consulted me and borrowed a leaf of my experience." ' 'Well,'' was his companion's slow rejoinder, " I suppose you know I never had anything to do with the girls—you have three sisters." "Now see here," growled Dan suddenly ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [36] ---------- you just let up about my sisters. Donald was in no mood for talking and for about three minutes there was profound si­lence, broken at last by Dan. "Say Don?" "Well?" "Who was it you asked to be 'Rowena' ? " "Murder will out"—so will secrets and so in about a minute Don replied, ' 'Your sister, Ada.'' It seemed as if Dan was actually going to keep his promise of keeping quiet "for ever­more" for it was fully five minutes before he ejaculated—"The Dickens ! " He then subsided into silence, but this was about the current of his thoughts—"I don't see how it was Ada, for I'm sure, I'm dead sure, Ada thinks old Don is just about all O. K. and then she wouldn't monkey with him anyway—its not her way. Well if she has played with the old 'blue stocking.' " Just here Dan's thoughts grew too strong for him and, all unconciously he finished his sentence aloud—"I'll tell her what I think of her; yes I will." Judge of Dan's astonishment when Donald, white, and are ominous flash in his dark eyes, towered above him. Dan could never exactly recall the words Don used, but he understood the sentiment perfectly. In Dan's own slangy words—"It fairly burned his ears." Sometime after, Dan, resplendent in his varied finery, had gone away, Don concluded to go and take a walk. The night was cool, so he reached for his overcoat. A sudden movement knocked something from one of its pockets and it lay white and shining in the firelight. It was addressed in his own angular handwriting to Miss Ada Grauby." Donald looked at it curiously and finally something very like a grin appeared on his face, "So that's why there's no 'Rowena' at the reception tonight—that plaguey note-^ I forgot to mail it." M. A. 'orf ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [37] ---------- In Humorous Vein TO THE "FIRST YEARS" •Tis somewhat strange I regret to say That the "First Year" people should act that way. We know they would like to appear to be great But we fear never will at such a wild rate Such as 'propriating our color and around with it go Expecting that this will make them to kaow, In spite of all their crazy tricks, As much as the class of 19 naught 6. C. M., '06. TWO WEEKS I,ATER When troubles vex your weary soul, And raging'waves about you roll, Do you listen to peace for her own sweet sake, And send a committee to settle the scrape, As second years do. And if by error you take the "old gold," And the class just above you does nothing but scold, Do you send a committee with them to"debate, And listen to reason for reason's own sake, As first years do. Now upper classmen, bold and hale, Just simply profit by this little tale, When class scrapes come as come they will, Let arbitration fix the bill, As Sophs and Freshies do.—M. A., '06. At a college examination a professor asked : "Does any question trouble you ? " "Not at all, sir," replied the student, unot at all. The questions are quite clean. It is the answers that bother me." The monkeys, our ancestors, were educated in the higher branches.—Ex. She chased him with a rolling pin, She "nailed" him with the broom, She "banged" him down the stairs, into The night so damp and gloom: And the "hen-pecked" "hubby" whistled Through his moustache cold and blue— "I can't tell why I love you, But I do—oo—oo." Ex. By the way, if we are descended from mon: keys, some people evidently have purchased a round trip ticket.—Ex. Epitaph on a dentist's tombstone: View this grave with gravity, for he is filling his last cavity.—Ex. He:—"Isn't it a crime to be a woman ? " ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [38] ---------- She:~-"No, certainly not** He:—''Well, it surely isn't manly."—Ex. 4'This," said the goat as he finished the to­mato can and began on the piece of broken looking glass, "this is indeed food for reflec­tion."— Ex. ^e^^G^eeseGs sseseesee si J. N. Selhy lt; Co School Supplies Books, Stationery i Late Books —Gift Books — Best Books Come and see us. Phone Red 514 1244 Holly Street ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [39] ---------- A\UR new Spring Suits ^"^ and Overcoats are now in. Call and inspect t h em j j j s s 15f gt;e Red Front Whatcom's Largest Clothiers ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [40] ---------- PIANOS £hickering % [* «Kimball« D. S. JOHNSTON CO. Wbatcom, Waal*. W. H. MOCK SON Morticians and Embalmers Undertaking Parlors and Chapel 1202-1206 Slade Bl'k, Elk Street "TSS KBi.* WHATCOM, WASH. Cascade Laundry W. H. DAVIS, PROPRIETOR Fifteen years' experience. We solicit a share of your . patronage, and guarantee our work to be first-class. TELEPHONE BLACK 326 Elk: St. Bakery A. DUNKER, PROPRIETOR Finest place in the city to obtain Fresh Bread, Cakes and Pies of the finest quality and flavor. 28 Loaves of Bread for $1.00. Free delivery. Phone your order. TELEPHONE BLACK 431 Branch Store, 811 West Holly. Telephone Black 181. A. Q. WICKMAN ...7%e Tailor... 1345 Holly Street WHATCOn, WASH. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [41] ---------- I Peterson Co. I i- — $ The up-to-date Clothiers and | * Men's and Boys' Furnishers. | 3 i— I I ia4 E. Holly WHATCOM | GwytMug for to School Room # OUR STOCK of School Supplies is very complete, and selected with special care to meet the wants of discriminating purchasers. We have Tablets, Slates, Pencils, Fens, Penholders, School Companions, Ink, Mucilage, library Paste, Etc. DeChamplain «Sfe Graham T h e Owl P h a r m a c y Telephone Main 2021 Corner Dock and Holly Sta. CITYPROPERTY FARMLANDS Manuf'g Sites Water and Rail Seeing is beli ing PACIFIC REALTY CO. FAIRHAVEN, WASH, H. S. NOICE FUNERAL DIRECTOR AND EMBALMER ...OAKLAND BLOCK... D. J. MCAKTHUK, Notary Public H. D. MCARTHUX D. % mtJWtot $ Son Real Estate, Loan, Insurance Rental Ag'ts ELK STREET ~ WHATCOM MEATS WHOLESALE AND RETAIL Fresh, SmoRed and Salt JBh. NOLTE BROS. lOSKBast Holly Street 805 West Holly Street Phone Red 1881 Phone Mala o» ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 March - Page [42] ---------- Pearson Business College All branches taught as in any first-class college. Penmanship unexcelled. Day and evening ses­sions. Call or write. School Rooms 935 Elk St. Whatcom, Wash. A. L. PEARSON, PRINCIPAL Elk St. Coal and Wood Yard TRUNKEY 8 0 N , PROPRIETORS Roslyn and Blue Canyon Coal and Dry Fir Wood deliv­ered to any part of the city. PHONE MAIN 2381 WHATCOM PACIFIC STEAM LAUNDRY ESTABLISHED 1889 FRST-CLASS WORK GUARANTEED UDNESS KRHOLM, Props. 'Phone Main 2281PPPPP
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Show more1903_0401 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Cover ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER APRIL 1903 M o n t h l y W H A T C O M ' W A S H . ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [2] ---------- m TELEPHONES t * OFFICE, MAIN 25 STORE, MAiN 24 * * Or * * MORSE HARDWARE CD. I * * J Sewing Machines — Easy Pa3^ments $ * * | Gymnasium Supplies and Sporting | I Goods of All Kinds. I *fl Mi m _• . B u i l d i n g H a r d w a r e* Hjl Sell 'em low, send and get-more. g * t* w a* * — — _ * 1025 AND 1039 ELK STREET g * WHATCOM * * * I GROCERIES I ifi * * ' • l~, l~~~~~~"~~~IM~~~~~~l l~~~~~~~' * m * * WHEN GOODS OR PRICES ARE g * NOT SATISFACTORY, PLEASE _ * RETURN SAME AND MONEY * jg WILL BE REFUNDED JJJJ*J* g m m m + m * * *' ! Byron Grocery Co. I I - 1 * J4 WEST HOLLY PHONE MAIN 200 * m _ ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [3] ---------- THE LEADER CANOE AND HOLLY STREETS Graduates and Students are cordially invited to inspect our beautiful showing of Fine F a b r i c s for Graduation and Commencement Gowns White Batiste Persian Lawn Pearline Lawn French Organdie India Linen French Lawn We also call attention to our splendid as­sortments of Muslin Underwear JQid and Fabric Gloves Millinery, Ladies' Shoes ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [4] ---------- r— State — » Dormal School WHATCOM *• -WASHINGTON S beautifully located be­tween the cities of What­com and Fairhaven ; pop­ulation of the two cities, 20,000; cities have all the modern conveniences ; electric cars run within one block of the campus : : : Offers T h r e e Regular C o u r s e s - Advanced elective courses; Special courses in methods; Courses in manual training; Review courses. Prominent Features— Catalogued library; large museum; Physical, chemical, biological laboratories; Stereoptican and darkrooms; Gymnasium, dressing rooms, baths: Manual training department: Large training school, well conducted; Large and beautiful auditorium. A d m i s s i o n and Expenses— Second semester opens February 2, 1903; Students enter at any time; Board and room costs $3.50 to $4.00 per week; Self boarding costs $6.00 to $10.00 a month; No tuition; library fee $10—% returnable; Text books are loaned free. CATALOGUE FREE CORRESPONDENCE INVITED Edward T. MatHes Principal ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [5] ---------- Whatcom Dental Parlors DR. R. LYBHOOK SHANKXIX, Manager The Highest Grade Dental Work at Reasonable Prices. Examination Free. PHONE RED 526 CLOVER BLOCK BlRNEY GOODHEART PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS Rooms 1,2 and 3, Red Front Bldg Office 'Phone Main 2281 Residence 'Phone 8231 Office Telephone Main 2061 Residence Telephone Main 8061 W. H. AXTELL PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Office Hours: 11 to 12 a. m., 2 to 5 p. in. PIKE BI.OCK—Cor. Elk and Holly WHATCOM, WASH DR. S. 1ST. K E L LY R E D F R O N T B U I L D I NG Rooms 17,18,19 and 20 Office Telephone Main 2141 Residence Telephone Main 314 W. D. KIRKPATRICK, M. D. ADDDS F. KIRKPATRICK, M. D. Rooms 16 and 17, Fisher Block 'Phones—Residence, Red 441 —Office, Red 44 A. MACRAE SMITH, M. D. Telephone Reel 521 Office, Red Front Building WHATCOM, WASH. FRANK J. VAN KIRK, M. D. Practice Limited to EYE, EAR, NOSE AND THROAT CLOVER BLOCK WHATCOM, WASH. DR. I. W. POWELL OSTEOPATHIC PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Office, Hannah Block 'Phones—Residence, Black 16 —Office, Red 74$ ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [6] ---------- DR. J. C. MINTON DENTIST Room* 9,10 12, Fisher Blk Residence Phone Blade 686 Cor. Dock and Holly Office Phone Red 268 DR. C. A. DARLING DENTIST Rooms 18 and 19 Fisher Block Corner Dock and Holly Streets PHONE BLACK 375 WHATCOM, WASH. DR. F. J. GEOCHEGAN DENTIST Rooms 4 and 5, Red Front Block Telephone Red 831 WHATCOM, WASH. MODERN DENTAL PARLORS DR. O. C. GILBERT, MANAGER Hollv Block f108 W e s t H o l , y s t r e e t Mouy Block j 1806 p ^ s t t ^ t phone B l a c k 1871 ALL WORK GUARANTEED DR. G. E. FOSTER OSTEOPATH ALL CHRONIC DISEASES A SPECIALTY Office Hours: 9 to 12 a. m., 1 to 5 p. m. Holly Block PHONES-Office, Red 1874 —Residence, Red 82 CONSULTATION FREE DR. WILBUR N. HUNT Physician and Surgeon OFFICE 'Phones—Office, Black 88S Rooms A and B, Red Front Blk —Residence Red 122 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 Fisher Block Will visit patients at their homes WHATCOM, WASH ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [7] ---------- 'It is Right if it has Our Label" We art tH* o n l y exclusive Mens' Furnishers North of Seattle. We are sole Agents for the PACKARD and STETSON SHOES. We make SUITS and SHIRTS to meas­ure. Phone 311. WHATCOM. Jtll the Latest and Most Correct ...Styles In... PHOTOGRAPHY arm to bo found at LOTHROP BROS. Enlarging and Finishing in Crayon, Pastel, Water Color and Sepia DOCK ST., WHATCOM PIANOS YOU CAN DEAL WITH US BRIGGS' PIANO AND MUSIC CO. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [8] ---------- PRICE $ 2 . 7 5 THE BUSY SHOE PEOPLE 126 WEST HOLLY Headquarters for Men's and Boys' Clothing, Hats and : : : : Caps, Shoes and Furnishing Goods : : : : Globe Clotting Company DAN McCUSH, MANAGER 106 Roily Street ««« Wtottcom Try our Fancy Canned Fruit and Vege- : : : : tables. Quality guaranteed : : : : Hans Pearson ...The Grocer... Wholesale and Retail Prices Right ELDRIDOE KLINE OFFICE, PIKE BLOCK TELEPHONE MAIN 147 ...WHATCOM, WASH... WE will sell you a city lot in any part of this city or Fairhaven, and if you are short of money we will furnish money to build your house on small monthly payments. We have a good list of farm prop­erty. Call and get prices and terms. Write your fire insurance with Kline, who repre­sents the /ETNA, the leading Fire Insurance Co., of America ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [9] ---------- FACULTY EDWARD T. MATHES, Pricipal, History and Pedagogy JOHN T. FORREST, Mathematics FRANCIS W. EPLY, Physical Sciences WASHINGTON WILSON, Psychology and Peda­gogy Miss MITTIE U. MYERS, English MISS IDA A. BAKER, English and Mathematics EDWIN N. STONE, Latin MISS ADA HOGLE, Drawing Miss FRANCES HAYS, Reading and Physical Culture A. P. ROMINE, Bilogical Sciences MISS AVANELLE COLEMAN, 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 MABEL ZOE WILSON, Librarian ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [10] ---------- Horrible Examples How many Birds are there in Seven soft-boiled Eggs ? If you have Five Cucumbers and Eat Three, what will you have left? Two? No, you are wrong. You will have more than that. You will have Colic enough to Double you up in a Bow Knot for Six Hours. You may go to the foot of the Class. A man had Six Sons and Pour Daughters. If he had had Six Daughters and Pour Sons, how many more Sons than Daughters would he have had ? If a Horse weighing 1600 pound can Haul four tons of Pig Iron, how many Seasons will a Front Gate painted Blue carry a young woman on One Side and a young Man on the other? of composition and press-work are not characteristics of the work turned out by the Holly Press ; : : : And, we would like to mention, inci­dentally, that we are to occupy our new quarters in the Irving Block, J3J5 Dock Street, Monday, April 18, and will be pleased to show our call­ers around. HOLLY PRESS PRINTERS, BINDERS and Blank BooK FolKs ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [11] ---------- Normal flessenger April 1903 THe Alphabet, Spelling and Primary Reading. WASHINGTON WILSON. TTN general there are two systems of graphic representation of ideas, the ideographic U and the alphabetic. All reading is based upon one or the other of these. In the ideographic, the symbols used, whether the early picture writing of primitive peoples or the present Chinese system, repre­sent ideas directly. They do not, directly, represent sounds heard. Mental association is, therefore, direct between the symbol seen and the idea intended to be conveyed by means of it. In such a system the number of symbols necessary to be used may be very great, depending upon the number of ideas among the people using them. In the Chi­nese system, for example, there are more than 500,000 of such symbols. Such a sys­tem has its advantage in the possibility of very rapid reading by one knowing well the symbols for when the symbol is seen, the as­sociation of idea and symbol being direct, the meaning comes instantaneously. The pro­cess has the flash-like rapidity peculiar to processes of knowing by use of the eye. The disadvantage of such a system is the great number of necessary symbols and the enorm­ous task of learning them. This explains in ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [12] ---------- part the memoriter character of Chinese Edu­cation and the slow literary progress of that people. In an alphabetic system the number of symbols necessary for complete graphic repre­sentation is enormously reduced by resorting to a double expedient. First. It was noticed that spoken language, which is capable of complete expression of thought, is made by many combinations of a few elementary sounds. Accordingly symbols representing these, as near as they could be made out, were invented. These symbols constitute an alphabet. In representing directly, vocal elements of spoken language and not ideas, the alphabetic system differs radically from ideographic writing. The cuneiform writing of the Assyrians stands midway as it were between the two for the combinations of the cuneiform character represent syllables. The second expedient in the alphabetic system easily follows from the first. The symbols representing vocal elements must be combined into new symbols representing ideas. The order of combination follows the order of combination of the vocal elements in spoken language. In the German language this is done more closely than in the English. Thus it may be seen that the psychologic founda­tion of the alphabetic system is a series of sensations obtained through hearing while that of the ideographic is a series of sensa­tions obtained through seeing. Mental asso­ciation in the alphabetic system is the more complex because it starts with symbols based upon elementary sounds and ends with sym­bols derived from these compelling to mind to follow the process of derivation and this is the foundation of spelling. In the ideogra­phic system no such process is followed. The act of reading in both cases starts with the seeing of a symbol, the meaning following at once in the one, while in the other the thing seen must be translated back into sounds heard. One can convince himself of the ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [13] ---------- truth of the last statement by noticing that in reading to himself he is nevertheless silently pronouncing the words thus showing unques­tionably that the foundation of the alphabetic system is the structure of spoken language. This altogether too brief treatment of so great a topic has not been written to discuss methods of teaching spelling and reading, but to point out some important facts about them. Methods of primary reading cannot neglect the function of the alphabet without going astray. This has been done in attempt­ing to teach reading by presenting to the sight of the pupil words or sentences and associating ideas directly with these symbols seen. It will be noticed that this procedure omits the function of the alphabet and goes back to the Chinese ideographic system. This is the more clearly seen when it is recog­nized that the child stands helpless before new words, for he has been furnished with no understanding of the fact that these are de­rived symbols nor yet any clue to the method of their derivation. Again it will be noticed that ideographic systems do not present the problem of spell­ing at all. Spelling is a burden put upon us because we use an alphabetic system of repre­sentation. Here as in primary reading our methods of teaching spelling cannot depend too much upon sight, as written spelling does, without dangers of making poor spellers. The essential foundation of our spelling as of our reading, is the structure of our spoken language. The neglect of so fundamental a fact, evident in hastily contrived methods is largely responsible for a generation poor in pronunciation and spelling. The Early History of Bell-ingham Bay. IN the rush and hurry of the present day, when people are coming from different parts of the Union to build up new homes ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [14] ---------- in our grand State of Washington, we can scarcely find time to study the pioneer life of our state. But reminiscences of pioneer life are always interesting. Let us then for a short, time take an imaginary trip to Belling-ham Bay in the early days. We will find only a dense forest where the beautiful City of Whatcom now stands. looking around we will see only a few rude houses, the homes of those people who have had the courage to brave the dangers that accompany pioneer life. Scattered over this city are old dwell­ings, ruins, and land marks, which we per­haps pass by little thinking that each has a history of its own. Among the first settlers were Capt. Edward Eldridge, Edmund C. Fitzhugh, who was a relative of Fitzhugh L,ee, R. V. Peabody, Capt. Henry Roeder, Col. Forseith and a nephew of Jefferson Davis. In December 1852, Capt. Henry Roeder and Mr. R. V. Peabody heard of the What­com creek water power and came from Olym-pia in a canoe. They had been to Tumwater for the purpose of locating a water power there, but found that it had been claimed so they moved on up the sound. Lumber had advanced in price in San Fran­cisco and was $50 per thousand. This was the reason they were so anxious to begin the manufacture of lumber. They located a saw mill where the "Loggie Mill" now stands, bringing all of the machinery for this mill from San Francisco. This was the first en­terprise. Capt. Simns, who was atterwards famous in the "Civil War," located the first gun on the corner of D and 15th streets in the old blockhouse. The main traveled road was a foot path that passed through the mill and connected Whatcom and Sehome. A little later a military road was built by Geo. B. McClellan under the supervision of Gov. Stevens. This began where the B. B. Depot is now located and ran along Prospect street down 14th and on down towards Fort Bellingham. The re- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [15] ---------- mains of the trestle across Whatcom creek are still standing. There were three forts, one at D and' 14th streets, one near the present gas works, and the other at Port Bellingham. When an at­tack by the Indians was feared the people gathered in these forts. The Indians of the Sound were not dangerous, but the Kakes, a northern tribe were feared very much. They greatly surpasssed the Indians of the Sound in daring, force and intelligence. When they became enemies of the Indians of the Sound the white people were in great danger. When it was reported that fourteen canoe loads of Indians were preparing to attack the settlers they all gathered in the fort near the present gas works and stationed two guards in a canoe to watch and give alarm. The settlers used the Flint-lock guns. One of the settlers, Dick Williams, had a load fastend in his gun. He took some fire and stepped outside to try once more to dislodge the load. He was suc­cessful and it caused an explosion. It seems that the Indians had landed and were just pre­paring to make an attack on the fort, when they heard this explosion. It frightened them so that they fired one volley and fled. It was supposed that the guards had taken liquor with them and were drunk for the settlers found them lying in their canoes, where the Indians had murdered them. The settlers con­sidered this a miraculous escape. Finally this tribe was almost destroyed. Those that were captured were taken as slaves. The people who came to this wild country to found their homes were people of refinement and culture. They realized the possibility of this country becoming the flourishing country it is today. They knew of its wonderful resources but could only wait for time to bring about this wonderful change* There were no railroads and the only way they could have shipped their fish and other products to the east would have been by the way of Cape Horn. This however was not feasible. The only connec- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [16] ---------- tions Whatcom had with the outside world were the mailing vessels that came here fosm San Francisco to get coalvcfirom the Sehome mine, then the only mine on the Pacific Coast, and - the _ Canoe carrier mail service maintained by the little band of "first families." Then the "J. B. Libby" a small steamer began to carry the mail. It took this steamer two days and two nights to go to Seattle. The settlers received their mail every Friday. It was with eargerness that they looked forward to that day for then they would receive their newspapers and magazines which kept them in touch with the outside world, the father, mother and child­ren each having his own special paper or magazine. The first church and Sunday-school was started through the efforts of Judge Kellogg in 1870. It was held in the school house near where the B. B. Depot now stands. Judge Kellogg serving as Sunday-school sup-intendent. On account of being surrounded, as they were by such dense forests, the settlers preferred to bury their loved ones in their own yards. There was a cemetery at Dead Man's Point but the only way to reach it was by boat, so it was used mostly by the miners. The settlers of Whatcom wished the graves of their loved ones near them where they could visit them often, deck them with flowers and protect them from possible dangers. The first store was a department store run by W. h. Steimveg. This store supplied the people of Whatcom and what is now Skagit counties. Next to this store was a saloon, and it is said that the drunken men were feared more than the Indians that lived here. The Indians never molested the women. Capt Roeder's family was living in a small house by the mill. Capt. Roeder had two Northern Indians working for him. One was a little boy who helped Mrs. Roeder at the home and the other a big stalwart fellow, who worked in the mill. One day the big Indian ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [17] ---------- came into the house, where Mrs. Roeder sat betid© the cradle of her sleeping baby, and stood by the fireplace. She wondered: what made him act so strangely but could not ask him for she could not make him understand. Presently Jim Taylor, one of the settlers burst into the room gathered up the cradle and making Mrs. Roeder understand that the Indians were coming forced her into the ad­joining room and closed the door. Just as the door closed the big Indian threw his weight against it and wanted in. He realized that they were after him. But the Indians had come, they riddled his body with their bullets. The people inside crouched near the floor, Mrs. Roeder protecting her baby in its craddle, while the bullets whizzed through the thin door and penetrated the opposite wall, not knowing what moment a bullet might strike them. The Indian boy had heard these Indians coming and had run and hid. When Mrs. Roeder opened the door there lay the big Indian in a pool of blood. On searching for the little boy they found his body floating on the bay. He had tried to escape in a canoe but had been captured and murdered. The Indians had taketn the small change out of his pocket and also the clothes Mrs. Roeder had given him and left the ghastly remains. Such was the character of the troubles that the first settlers encountered with the Indians. •=*' The Frazer River excitement brought mobs of people to Bellingham Bay. They were never counted but numbered anywhere from 10,000 to 15,000 ambitious and migratory souls. But owing to an order issued by Gov. Douglas, that all goods should be taken in through Victoria, they pressed on to that city. The first school house was a plain board building 16x24 ^eet» located in Sehome, at the intersection of Maple and Dock streets. It remained until 1890, it was torn down to make way for street improvements. Around the interior and against the wall was the old ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [18] ---------- time slanted shelf or wall table, at which the :pupils i w r^ der' and be/side it were the benches.. Capt Eldridge was the first Whatcom county teacher. He taught the first public school and also the first private school. Wm. Davis, Mrs. Griffin, Mr. Fputs, Miss Jones, and Miss Eldridge, now Mrs. John J. Edens, were also pioneer teachers. The public school lasted only three months in a year. The private school was run by private subscription. Some of the children walked from Marietta to Sehome to school always traveling on the beach at low tide. The first newspaper was edited in 1858 and was called the "Northern Light." The sec­ond one was the "Bellingham Bay News" edited by James Power now of LaConner. Fellowship existed between these early settlers. When they wished to have a good time the people of the Sound all united. Many times they used to meet on Whidby Island to spend an enjoyable time. The families in Whatcom then numbered about twelve, and in Sehome there were about 200 miners. The leading citizens be­gan corresponding with the "Kansas Colony," and in 1883 they came to Whatcom to locate, headed by General McPherson. They were offered so much land if they would build a certain number of houses 18x24 feet. They built the required number to bind the con­tract. It was then that this country began to build up. As soon as the eastern people realized the disirableness of building homes in the west, they started in great numbers for the Pacific Coast. The pioneer life of the settler is very interesting and we should not forget to thank those who spent their lives in securing for us the advantages that we have today. I hope you have been doubly repaid for my research upon this subject and all will be interested enough to make a careful study of the early History of Bellingham Bay. —Edith Blptt. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [19] ---------- yrjy History of the W. S. N. S. BOUT fourteen years ago the peo­ple of North western Washing­ton feeling the need of a Nor­mal School in this part of the State set on foot a movement looking to the establishment of a school for the training of teachers. It was not until 1891, however, that a bill was introduced in the legislature by Hon. Michael Anderson, providing for the estab­lishment of a Normal School in What­com county. This bill carried no appropria­tion, but provided that a commission consist­ing of three men should be appointed to select a suitable location for the institution. This commission chose the present site of the Whatcom Normal which was donated by the Bellingham Bay Improvement Co., The Fairhaven Land Co., and the heirs of the Lysle estate. The first appropriation for the erection of buildings was vetoed by Gov. McGraw. In 1895, however, the legislature appropriated $40,000 for the construction of the first build­ing. The first Board of Trustees consisted of Hon. Eli Wilkins of Fairhaven, Hon. R. C. Higgenson and Hon. John J. Edens of What­com and under their administration the origi­nal building was constructed. In 1897 an appropriation for the school was again vetoed and the building which had been completed remained unoccupied for two years; at the end of that time, however, the legislature made another appropriation amouuting to $33,500 for the equipment and maintenance of the school. This money was expended in various ways. The building was equipped with furniture, the laboratories were supplied with desks and apparatus; a library with 1000 volumes was opened;—the campus was cleared and fenced, walks were laid and many improvements were made. In the spring of '99 Dr. Mathes was selected principal of the school and Prof. Forrest, ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [20] ---------- Miss Connell, Miss Rogers, Miss Millet and Prof. Kply were chosen as members of the Faculty. On Sept. 6, 1899, the school was formally opened with a faculty of six teachers and 160 students. By the end of the first month the enrollment had increased to 264. All classes in all years of the course of study were repre­sented, thus it became necessary to add three new members to the Faculty. These were Miss Baker, Miss Montgomery and Robert B. Vaile. The character of the student body and the work done was excellent. At the end of the year eight of these students carried away their sheepskins and the Whatcom Normal had proven itself a success. At the opening of the second year the school was greatly limited in finances, but the public-spirited citizens of Bellingham Bay very kindly gave their assistance and five more rooms were completed and equipped in the main building, thus making possible a better organization of the work. The daily attendance of the students was greater than the first year aud the Faculty was increased to 12 members. A training department was organized at the beginning of the first year. There were only two departments with Miss Rogers as supervisor and Miss Montgomery critic teach­er in the primary department. The second year Miss Rogers was succeeded by Miss Tromanhauser, and later on when the work of the training school demanded it, Miss Bratton and Miss Earhart were added to the Faculty. In 1901 the largest appropriation ($93,800) yet received by the Normal was made. This sum was appropriated for an annex and the maintenance of the school for two years. No summer school was held during the summer of 1901 while the annex was under construction and by September, the begin­ning of the third year of the Normal, the an- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [21] ---------- nex was ready for use. This year three more teachers were added and by the end of the year abou 320 students were enrolled, 33 of whom graduated. The last legislature made an appropriation of $80,000; $65,000 for maintenance of the in­stitution, $1,000 for library purposes, $5,000 for beautifying the campus and $9,000 for im­provements in building. With a faculty of sixteen teachers and an enrollment of nearly 400 students 1902-03 is thus far the banner year. Hail Whatcom Normal ? ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [22] ---------- Che normal messenger Published Monthly By the Students of THE STATE NORMAL SCHOOL WHATCOM, WASHINGTON S:E BSM£? '°3} BUSINESS **«—. EDITORIAL STAFF F. W. RROADES, '03 Editor-in-Chief BELLE WILLIAMS, '03, Parthenon; Tit*™™ GERTRUDE SMITH, '03, Utopian... j ivuerary MARY PATRIC, '0? Y. W. C. A ) T^»1« ABBIE LYNN, '04, Soronian } i«oous ETEL EVERETT, '04, Aurora Alumni PEARL PEIME, '05, Chilic Exchanges F. D. EASON, '05, Philomathean Athletics MINNIE SHUMWAY, '04, Alcott School Notes ETHEL WORTHEN, '03, Kulshan Miscellaneous EARL S. MORRIS, "03, Parthenon Staff Artist TERMS—FIFTY CENTS A YEAR Address all communications to the Editor-in-chief, Whatcom, Wash. Issued the fifteenth of every month. All copy must be in the hands of the editor-in-chief on or before the ninth of the month. Entered December 21, 1902, at Whatcom, Washington, as second-class matter, under Act of Congress of March 3,1879. VOL IV APRIL J903 NO The preliminary contests, by which repre­sentatives were chosen to contest at the finals to be held commencement week, for highest honors of our Normal School in De­bate, Oration, and Declamation, have been held and the contestants chosen. The work done by each of the contestants in these pre­liminaries was satisfactorv in a high degree; in fact many surprises for the faculty and students were developed, for we did not realize that such talent existed in our school. Now, that the Whatcom State Normal School, al­though yet very young, has within it literary ability that which would be a credit to a school of mature years, and that are there two other Normal schools of our state, it would seem not inadvisable to take measures towards arrang­ing for Inter-State Normal School, Debating, Oratorical, or Declamatory contests. Such contests would create an intense interest in the literary sacieties of the school. They would bring our school and its work more prominently before the attention of the gen­eral public of the state. They would tend to develop more of the spirit peculiar to schools of higher learning. Why not arrange ?A ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [23] ---------- Jbr some literary contests for next year, if not Avith one of our sister Normal Schools, with / sope other of the schools of the state of equal rstfik, and perhaps we may thus gain in the literary field what we lose in the athletic. The lecture upon the United States as a World Power delivered by Richmond P. Hob-son of Merrimac fame, under the auspices of the Athletic Association in the Normal Audi­torium the evening of April 15, was attended by a large audience. The lecture was exceed­ing strong and forceful from beginning to end, two and one-half hours, and came as great a surprise to nearly all who heard it, for, the gen­eral opinion of Capt. Hobson, is one that does not appreciate his mental command of national affairs and free and easy command of language to express his mind regarding those affairs. These qualities which he has in a large degree together with a strong per­sonality make him one of the best lectures that has ever appeared before a Bellingham Bay audience. His purpose in giving his series of lectures over the country was un­doubtedly conceived by a patriotic motive, and is to bring the general public to a realiza­tion of the great and necessary need of an efficient navy. We prophesy that he will ac­complish his aim and also that Capt. Hobson will be heard from in the future; that is, that his Merrimac fame will be eclipsed by further service to his country. Locals Misses Gruber, Patric, Vestal, Gilchrist, Noel, Gifford and Lovejoy spent a very pleas­ant vacation at the homes. Miss Bessie Darland and Mr. F. W. Rhoades visited friends, in Custer, during vacation. Miss Darland visited at the Everetts. They possess the three essentials which insure a pleasant visit,—a young man, a horse and a buggy. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [24] ---------- Dr. Bowman visited Seattle March 28.. 1 Myrtle Stuver visited friends in Whatcom April 3. The latest among the High street girfe is "raids." Prof. Romine was on the sick list a part of one week. Miss Emma Clanton has left school on account of illness. Mr. Rice visited the school March 11, and sang two solos in Assembly. Miss Mable Griffith has left school and is teaching on one of the islands. Observe the Y. W. C. A. posters by the library door. Are they not pretty ? The Alcotts are planning to give a program at Friday Harbor in the near future. Miss Ince and Miss Baith have returned to school after an absence of several days. Miss Barhart has been called home to Pennsylvania on account of the sickness of her mother. Will Sears visited the school and heard Mr. Morse of Anacortes read selections from Julius Caesar. Miss D-bl-r (in Philosophy of Eduation after roll-call)—Did you call my name Mr. G-1-i-g-n? Myrtle Alexander has had to leave school on account of her health. The Senior class are sorry to lose her. The young ladies at Bachelor's hall have organized a Sun. P. M. Bible class, known as the Truth Seekers. Miss Fern Fowkes of Pa., who is the guest of the Misses Plummer and Worthen, visited the Normal the last of March. Miss Bertha Kern expects toopen a kinder garten school at Lynden very soon. She has about twenty prospective pupils. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [25] ---------- : The plan to furnish the society hall is in the hands of the senate and we expect to soon see the results of the work. The rules for absences are becoming more and more stringent. This is as it should be on account of the large enrollment. The Senior class expect to be wearing their pins soon. The class-day program is well underway and promises to be very succesful. Prof. Eply's remarks on the society contests were appreciated by the students who took part. It is pleasing to the students to know that the faculty observe their attempts in these lines. Dr. Mathes—"What is Frank G. Carpenter author of?" Miss Pillman—"Of Carpenter's Geogjeaph-ical Geographies." On March 16, Mr. Durrani^ editor of the Spokane "Spokesman Review," and Trustee of the Cheney Normal, visited the school, and attended assembly. Miss Bratton attended teachers* institute in Tacoma. Miss Montgomery in Everett and this week she goes to Seattle. Miss Troman-hauser is also to go to Seattle for one day. The spelling period at 1145 has been taken for chorus practice. The entire school meets in the Auditorium and Miss Coleman hopes to work up some good choruses for commence­ment. Tuesday evening the 507 High street girls were royally entertained by Miss Patric, who provided a "scrumptuons" spread. Those who were present reported a very pleasant time. To give the names of all the students who went home during the spring vacaction would be to give nearly a complete list of the student body, suffice it to say, all enjoyed the vacation and came back refreshed and ready to work with vigor on the "home stretch." ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [26] ---------- Miss Cassie Gifford has been ill since her return to school. We wonder if this is the result of, too good a time during vacation. It is perfectly astonishing to hear what a fancy some of the Normal girls have taken to the flower namely—the skunk cabbage. They take great pride in decorating their rooms with it. We are happy to see six teams with a dozen men at work grading the campus. In a few weeks our campus will be a thing to be proud of, and by next fall the students will not know the place. Mary Bird visited Miss Gruber March 27 and 28, and greeted old time friends at the Normal. She visited the Parthenon club at its last meeting of the year. Miss Bird is teaching near Marysville. The students, who are effected by the disease called spring fever will please stand during the prayer and song service in assem­bly, for their bad example is being followed by more than fellow students. Ralph Whitcomb formerly of the second-year class, completed a three months term of school at Goshen April 3 and April 6 com­menced a six months term at Rome. He has been very successful in his work. A practice teacher gave the definition of the word, mint. A pupil frantically waving his hand, said: "There's one down town here." Teacher—"I think you are mistaken, a mint is a place where they make money." Pupil—"Well, I'd like to know what they do at the Mint saloon if they don't make money 1" Dr. Mathes' talk in assembly March 12 on his visit to the Chelan country was one of the most interesting talks we have had this year. Various students are planning to go there, after teaching a year. As these addresses by the faculty are so enjoyable why not have ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [27] ---------- more of them? Weare .sure,the .various members of the faculty have taken delightful trips, and met charming people, and know many things which would be of interest to the students. Why not let us hear those things which would be an inspiration to us throughout our lives ? Conversation in the Work Room—I never saw the difference between the character of different people shown more plainly than it is shown by the observation reports which they write: There's Helen Taylor, for instance, who writes the most just criticisms possible, making special note of every good point that can possibly be found in either the pupil's or teacher's work. And there are others who delight in seeing as little good as possible and as much as they possibly can to condemn; and if they can not find enough real fault with the recitation to suit their avarice, they stretch every defect until it appears much worse than it really is. Alumni Sarah G. Clark is teaching in Everett. Pearl Galligher is teaching at Stan wood. Carrie Wilmore is one of the Seattle teach­ers. Hattie Thompson 'oo is still teaching in Seattle. Miss Bessie Boyer spent a few days of her vacation in Tacoma, Anna Iverson is primary teacher in the Washington school of Olmpia. Miss Mabel Copeland, an elementary grad­uate, is now teaching in Ballard. Miss May Pillman, once a member of Class of '02, visited her friends at the Normal last week. Miss Sarah McRae, an elementary gradu­ate, has a "leave of absence" for the spring term from the Everett schools. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [28] ---------- The Contests. The IaterrSociety^ Preliminary Contests were held March 27 and April 2, in the new and old Assembly rooms. The judges for declamations for March 27 were Prof. Morse of Anacortes, Supt. Simpson, and Mrs. Noble, and for the debate were Supt. White, Prof. Wilson of the Business College, and Mr. Hig-ginson. It was so arranged that the same trio of judges judged the contestants in each assemblage by holding the debate in one room while the declamatory contest was tak­ing place in the other, and vice versa. It was arranged also that the same musical num­bers were rendered in each room. The musical numbers on March 27 were: Instrumental Duet Misses Hunt and Schneider Vocal Solo Grace Cox Instrumental Solo Miss Sweeney Vocal Solo Hjalma Stenvig The Declamatory Contest was as follows: "Her First Appearance" Miss Grace Willy, Kulshan "The last Word', Mr. Gorden March, Philomathean "Mamie's Story of Little Red Riding Hood" - -Miss Curry, Aurora In Old Assembly Room: "Piggie" Mildred Wilson, Utopian "The Flood" Margaret Hodder, Chilic "Cushman's Ride" Anna Noble, Soronian On March 27 the debate in each room was upon the question, Resolved that the U. S. Senators Should be Elected by Popular Vote. The debaters were: AFFIRMATIVE Mr. Fred Johnson Philomathean Miss Grace Auld Chilic NEGATIVE Miss May Williams .. Alcott Miss Cicil Frescoln „ Soronian The winners in declamation were: Miss Curry .....Aurora Miss Hodder „ Chilic In the debate: Miss May Williams ....Alcott Miss Grace Auld Chilic On April 2nd the following musical num­bers were rendered: Vocal Solo ...Miss Jessie Havens Instrumental Duet ..Misses Cox and Gooch ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [29] ---------- Instrumental Solo..... ....Miss May Pillman The Oratoriacal Contest was as follows:— In New Assembly Room: "Marcus Whitman,\,......,.....^..Bertha Ross, .Parthenon One of the City's Problems... ....Mae Knox, Utopian Responsibility................ .........Statira Biggs, Chilic The Future of the Northwest... ....: :...'.-..'.... Arthur Robinson, Philomathean In the Old Assembly Room: The Price of Our Liberty ..Miss Hidden, Kulshan An Empire Builder Abbie Lynn, Soronian Booker T. Washington.. Hjalma Stenvig, Aurora Andreas Hofer, The Tyrolese Patriot,... ....... Miss Richendrfer, Alcott The debate was upon the question, Resolv­ed, That the Signs of the Times Indicate the Downfall of Our Republic. The debaters were: . AFFIRMATIVE Mary Patric .Parthenon Ada Myers Kulshan NEGATIVE Lillian Crueger. Utopian Josie Little Aurora The winners in oration were: Mae Knox Utopian Hjalma Stenvig Aurora In the debate: Ada Myers Kulshan Josie Little „ Aurora The judges, April 2nd, on oration were: Sec. Wilcox of the Y. M. C. A., Mr. Wynn, and Miss Tromanhauser. On the debate: Mrs. Tucker, Mrs. At-wood and Miss Joyce. The contest was the best ever held at the Normal School and the contestants are one and all deserving of much praise for their work in preparation and ability shown in ren­dition. The winners, two declaimers, two orators, and four debaters contest commencement week at the finals for highest honors at the Normal School in these respective fields of work. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [30] ---------- Aurora' The members of the Aurora Society were again made glad by the outcome of the- Pre* liminary Contests. Their contestants have proven themselves worthy of the place they occupied in the society, by everyone being a winner, The judges decided that the Auroras were all worthy to appear at the Final Con­test. Ever since the contests were inaugrated this society has gained and retained the first honors in the Final Contests. The first year, Miss Emma Gruber, and the second year, Mrs. Anna Temple won the honors on the de­bate. We hope to retain the honors on the debate in the coming contest, as well as to gain them in the Oration and the Declama­tion. Miss Josie Little, debater; Miss Hjalma Stenvig, orator; and Miss Flora Currie, de-claimer will represent the Auroras in the coming contests. May "Good Fortune" go with them to victory. Parthenon Club. As the club membership consists almost entirely of Seniors, the regular work of the club has been adjourned, but the intense in­terest manifested through the year, is still la­tent in the hearts of the Parthenons. We miss the interesting and spirited meetings, but on account of the strange scarcity of time, felt by the Seniors, we feel that the long evening, taken up by the ascent, program, parlimentary discussion and descent each Sat­urday evening, can be as profitably spent on studies. During the latter part of May, however, the Parthenons will rally and elect a strong and energetic body of officers who, when we are heard of no more, will advance along the lines laid out by the pioneers of '03. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [31] ---------- Senior Notes. If you wish to prove that many of our ac­tions are true to human nature in general, just mention to a Senior an event during the month of April and like a flash she will tell you exactly the difference in. time between that event and the date for these. Along this line it is interesting to a student of human nature to note the troubled and pre­occupied air of some of the Seniors, which will increase until there is a wild and vacant stare with frenzied action, and you begin to fear for the outcome. But lo, suddenly on some bright morn, belold these same Seniors with quickened step, through weary eyed; sudden descend from monosyllabic dialogue to frivolous chatter; and such an intense interest in life that it takes your breath away at the possibilities heretofore undiscovered by you in your humbler observance. But ask some one who is accustomed to the somewhat vari­able careers of the Seniors, the reason for the change, and he will answer nonchalantly, "Oh they've just handed in their theses." Athletics Whatever may be the opinions, and the results of the arguments deduced from those opinions, which have been given out of late by both physical culture enthusiasts, and moral philosophers, and scholars, concerning the advisability of allowing intercollegiate athletic competitions and what some of them consider the at present dangerous interest, in athletics which is so characteristic of the American schools and colleges, there are cer­tain truths which will always remain as such, and which are applicable to this question and which we think, will always keep the matter of school athletics within bounds of good regulation, despite the predictions of some of the so-called, aforementioned, fanatics. One of the first things we learn in science concerning the human being is that there is ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [32] ---------- an organic relation between body and mind. The action of the minds is forever depend­ent upon the functioning of the bodily organs. The mind is being continually refreshed and nourished by the blood. Likewise the func­tioning of the bodily organs is dependent on the mind. No muscle is able to act unless that act is first made in the mind. This be­ing the case it is easily seen that the best results of the mind can be had only, when the bodily organism is developed parallel with the mind. Such being the case, and the relation of fresh air to our health being well known there should be no question, that at least a certain amount of outdoor athletics are essen­tial, if the best results are to be obtained from the mind. It also cannot be denied that com­petition even of an athletic nature is the source of a great amount of mental training and character building. It produces a certain tone and vigor, a vital strenuousness and stamina of manhood which nothing else can give. Books or even instructiors never did and never will teach a man all he knows. And if there are some who doubt the benefit and mental training of athletic contests and think there is no room for the exercise and development of nerve and will power, physi­cal and even moral courage, let him enter earnestly into some such contest. We assure him he will be convinced. Still let it be remembered that moderation is the key note. Excess is anything that is ever destructive. The bad is not in the thing itself, it is in the person. And it is in this one thing that all the trouble lies. Students in training for contests will allow their minds and imaginations to become so engrossed and absorbed with the subject on which their skill is to be tested, that they are unable to assort enough will power to concentrate and apply themselves to their intellectual duties and other school work. But whatever trouble other schools may find in this respect and whatever may be their grounds for controversy ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [33] ---------- concerning athletic competition, we feel we need never fear any such dire calamity and we hail the time, which we believe not to be far distant, when our campus shall be in a fit condition to allow our entering into a few out-door sports with one great handicap less. The prospects for a base-ball nine of any merit was never more encouraging in our history, but still there is much to discourage us. With our disadvantages and in the neighborhood of two dozen boys to pick from, we believe we have no apologies to make for the results of the two games already played with the High School. The scores of which were 13 to 4 and 7 to 4 in High School's favor. I^ater—Two other games have since been played with the High School, the first one resulting in a terrible and disastrous accident —to us; while the other one demonstrated that the extent of our undertaking was more nearly suited to our capacity, the result being a tie—9 to 9. I Love You So, I dream of you by night and day, I long for you when you're away, And when you're near I sigh and say, I love you so. Although for me naught do you care Sometimes it seems too much to bear, And yet in spite of all, O dear! I love you so! You often meet me in the hall When it is packed from wall to wall; You pass me and never speak at all, When Oh, I love you so! When thus you ever pass me by I turn, look after you, and sigh; I'm such a goose I nearly cry, Because I love you so. Sometimes a pleasant smile I meet, Which makes my happiness complete; I murmur, "Oh! she is so sweet!" And Oh, I love her so! And if some loving words yon say They linger with me all the day, And drive all Sorrows' pangs away, Because I love you so. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [34] ---------- Then why, I pray you tell me dear,— O why that cold and distant air That wounds the heart and brings the tear Of one who loves you so. - ^ My Favorite Actor. RE is a short, pleasant faced fellow, with bright dark eyes, and brown hair. He always wears the most choice furs,'and his manners are very pleasing. He has a fine theatre, and "puts up" a fine play, much better than some"of the best theatres in New York, though very few of the Four Hundred patronize him. You see their tastes are not highly enough developed to know a really good play when they see it. My actor is an artist in his line, and not very expensive either. Do you want to see him play his best part ? Come with me, and you shall. Put on your coat, for, as you know, there was a heavy autumnal frost last night, and perhaps it would be wise to put on your sun hat, for the sun is shining, and no telling how hot it will be by noon. You say that is rather a queer costume to wear to a theatre, as well as a queer hour of the day to start. It is not exactly the same theatre to which we are accustomed, I imagine, but do not look so surprised, I am going to take you to a wood­land theatre, where the best of scenery is to be had, to see my favorite actor, the little red squirrel. Now we are here. The scenery is mag­nificent. There are several grand old oaks scattered about over the landscape, their rich green leaves turning red in the autumnal sun­light, and the sugar-maple grove, where last spring we had such a merry time making maple molasses and taffy, is yellow. But al­most the whole green pasture in front of us is dotted with chestnut trees, whose burs were opened only last night by Jack Frost's keen, silver knife, and at every gust of wind, there is a shower of nuts falling around us. This is the stage. We will take those seats on the ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [35] ---------- logs, for I do not think it will be long now until my favorite will arrive. Look! there is a whole bevy of black birds on the wing. See they are coming here to settle on the fence ! They burst into one grand chorus, then fly away southward. The company has opened its performance with the grandest chorus of the season—the' 'Black­bird's Farewell Song," sung by the black­birds themselves, for they fly south today. Now my favorite will soon be here. Ah, there he comes, skipping along as lightly as a brown leaf, gently blown by the breeze. That old stump there will serve as a fore­ground for the stage, and here he will do the greater part of his acting. The little actor attired in brown fur, comes on, with superb unconciousness. He leaps upon the stage in a bound and makes his bow. As the greater part of his acting is pantomine, he says nothing, only runs about, gathering the nuts scattered on the grass. Did I for­get to tell you the name of the play ? It is '•The Early Squirrel Gathers the Nuts." The actor carries his pockets full of nuts, home and comes back and refills them. He repeats this performance several times, then he suddenly stops. He seems just to have discovered us. He runs wildly about, and makes so much fuss about it, that his wife makes her appearance. She resembles her husband very much, and wears the same kind of suiting. The actor and the actress have quite an animated conversation, during which they cast angry glances at us. Then they run away, looking back over their shoulders, and then we discover that they have been acting. Then we applaud, and throw them nuts for bouquets. But no amount of "bou­quets" will induce them to come back for a long time, and if I mistake not, that black cloud looks like rain. Come, let's see who will get to the house first. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [36] ---------- Tne Downfall of tne Pres­ident* Have you ever heard that accidents, Will often-times befall The very best of people, Though they may be great or small. If you haven't then I'll tell you So that you will take no chance, Or you might fall, boys, as Dunning did, And get mud on your pants. I will tell you how this happened, If you will keep O! just as still. Tell you how the poor young laddie Slipped down on the muddy hill Tell you how it caused much worry Among one honored class. Tell how Dunning tried to hurry But he fell, Alas! Alas! It was on a rainy morning, That a meeting was announced. Saying to the class of naughty six, "You must be there, or be trounced." And our dear friend Mr. Dunning, Who was president by chance— Never thought he'd not be there, But he got mud upon his pants. As at noon he hurried back again, That meeting to attend; A calamity befell him That his heart did nearly rend. For while rushing, panting, puffing Up that hill in a way not slow, He stepped upon a slippery place And sat flat down you know. And when with many a sigh and tear He finally arose, The water from his hands did drip, The mud from off his clothes. He worked with all his might and main To make that mud brush away; But tho' ten minutes he did work, The blamed stuff it would stay. He said it ne'er would do at all, They'd lead a merry dance, If he should go to the Normal School With mud upon his pants. He turned around and fled for home, That his clothes he might get clean; But all this time the second years Jawed 'bout, "Dunning's being mean." For up in "Baker City" they had Gathered in a bunch, To discuss important business And attend to it all at once. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [37] ---------- They waited long and anxiously With many a sigh and cough, But our good friend Mr. Dunning Couldn't make the mud come off. MORAL. Now the moral of this story, It is very plain indeed. But I'll tell you so that you Will profit by this thing you read. If you should, thro' some miracle, Be made president, perchance, Don't fall, my dearest boys, I pray And get mud upon your pants. X. Y. Z. '07. School Notes Augusta Mitchell is teaching in the new district at Chuckanut Miss I/issa Howlet has been engaged to teach a three months term of school at Columbia Valley, District No. 67. At a recent entertainment given at Lawr­ence by Mr. Wallace and Miss Johnson, fifty-four dollars was raised for the library fund. Mr. Whitcomb has been engaged to teach a spring and summer term of school at Wahl, District No. 46. He has just completed a successful term at Goshen. Prin. W. B. Gillen of the Sumas schools is holding a series of entertainments and with the proceeds from these together with private donations expects to start a good library. Sumas expects to take up High School work next year. Many of the pupils in the country districts took the State Examination, April 9. There were over one hundred applicants. These examinations were held at I,ynden, Deming, Blaine, Sumas, Custer, Ferndale and Pleas­ant Valley. Freshman—Why haven't the Parthenon club a represntative in the Declamatory Contest. Jealous Senior—(not admited to P, C)—O they are too aged and worn out to furnish any­thing spry enough to "speak a piece." ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [38] ---------- Exchange Things that will interest students this month are, "Reunion" in the Inlander, "School Spirit" in the Normal Record and "Selection from a College Epic" in the Pa­cific Wave. The 'exchange editor may scratch with a pen Till the ends of his fingers are sore: But some one is sure to remark with a jest, Rats, how stale ! I've heard that before." —Exchange. Read "Norris Barnes' Substitute" in The Bell. Policeman—"Here, Dutchy, why don't you water your horse?" Wilhelm—"Vat is der use? He vas a bay."—Ex. (In a restaurant) He—"Will you have a lobster ? She—"Oh, John, this is so sudden!"—Ex. Teacher—"Now Bobby, spell 'needle.' " Bobby—"N-e-i-d-1-e, needle." Teacher—"Wrong. There is no 'i' in 'needle.' " Bobby—"Well, 'tain't a good one, then." —Ex. Among the many thousand students at Yale, only 54 are entitled to wear the Varsity "V." Yale has a course in dancing included in the physical culture instruction. -:6« $$ : 6:S$eSe£Si J. N. Selhy lt; Co. 1 i i g School Supplies | $ Books, Stationery I I Late Books — Gift Books — Best Books Come and see us. PhonmRmdSM 1244 Holly Strmmt ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [39] ---------- eemmttr, MM, «* •. KUPtfNNf MM « CO. Spring a/id £i|tfc Summer vWH* For Men and Boys Now Ready THE BIGGEST AND AES^ STOCK TO SELECT FROM : : : : : : : : : :: 15he Red Front Whatcom's Largest Clothiers ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [40] ---------- PIANOS Whickering % W «l{imball* D. S. JOHNSTON CO, Whatcom* Wash. W. H. MOCK SON Morticians and Embalmers Undertaking Parlors and Chapel 1202-1206 Slade Bl'k, Elk Street Pbon..-^cj;Red ^ 6 M WHATCOM, WASH. Cascade Laundry W. H. DAVIS, PROPRIETOR Fifteen years' experience. We solicit a share of your patronage, and guarantee our work to be first-class. TELEPHONE BLACK 325 Elk St. Bakery A. DUNKER, PROPRIETOR Finest place in the city to obtain Fresh Bread, Cakes and Pies of the finest quality and flavor. 28 Loaves of Bread for $1.00. Free delivery. Phone your order. TELEPHONE BLACK 431 Branch Store, 811 West Holly. Telephone Black 131. A. Q. WICKMAN ...The Tailor... 1345 Holly Street WHATCOH, WASH. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [41] ---------- I Peterson Co. 1 1 5 S J The up-to-date Clothiers and * * Men's and Boys' Furnishers. * * * * * I 124 E. Holly WHATCOM | everything for the School Room OUR STOCK of School Supplies is very complete, and selected with special care to meet the wants of discriminating' purchasers. We have Tablets, Slates, Pencils, Fens, Penholders, School Companions, Ink, Mucilage, library Paste, Etc. DeChamplain « Graham The Owl Pharmacy Telephone Main 2021 Corner Dock and Holly Sts. CITY PROPERTY FARMLANDS Manaf'g Sites Water and Rail Seeing is believing PACIFIC REALTY CO. FAIRHAVEN, WASH. H. S. NOICE FUNERAL DIRECTOR AND EMBALMER ...OAKLAND BLOCK... D. J. MCARTHTO, Notary Public H. D. MCARTHU D. % mcflrthur $ Son Real Estate, Loan, Insurance Rental Ag'ts ELK STREET WHATCOM MEATS WHOLESALE AND RETAIL FresH, Smoked and Salt JSh. NOLTE BROS. 105X East Holly Street 805 Wert Holly Street Phone Red 1881 Phone Mela 04 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 April - Page [42] ---------- Pearson Business College All branches taught as in any first-class college. Penmanship unexcelled. Day and evening ses­sions. Call or write. School Rooms 935 Elk St. Whatcom, Wash. A. L. PEARSON, PRINCIPAL Elk St. Coal and Wood Yard TRUNKEY S O N , PROPRIETORS Roslyn and Blue Canyon Coal and Dry Fir Wood deliv­ered to any part of the city. PHONE MAIN 2381 WHATCOM PACIFIC STEAM LAUNDRY ESTABLISHED. 1889 FRST-CLASS WORK GUARANTEED UDNESS ERHOLM, Props. 'Phone Main 2281 I 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. M i i i m i i i i m i i i i i i i m i i m i i i i n lPPPPP
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Show more1903_0501 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Cover ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER MAY 1903 Monthly WHATCOM WASH. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Page [2] ---------- m TELEPHONES $ * OFFICE, MAIN 25 STORE, MAiN 24 * * itf * ' • • _ _ _ _ _ _ * m # I HORSE HARDWARE CD. I m mi * Sewing Machines — Easy Payments * * . ' * ! Gymnasium Supplies and Sporting | I floods of All Kinds. I * • . - . * « B u i l d i n g H a r d w a r e* * • * $ Sell 'em low, send and get more. jjj *' * m * * * * 1025 AND 1039 ELK STREET * m WHATCOM * ft tt I GROCERIES i * M " " ^ M — ^ • • • • • • • — — ^ » * * : •• * ft * lt;n _ 8 WHEN GOODS OR PRICES ARE jjj 'ft NOT SATISFACTORY, PLEASE « $ RETURN SAME AND MONEY $ $ WILL BE REFUNDED j*j*j*jtjt J-ft * ft . - . * • * • _ ft * * _ ft ^§^^ $ ft - _ * * J I I Byron Grocery Co* | * • " • • • • - - * • $ 14 WEST HOLLY PHONE MAIN 200 5 ft * ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Page [3] ---------- Whatcom Dental Parlors DB. R. LTBROOK SHAICKLIN, Manager The Highest Grade Dental Work at Reasonable Prices. Examination Free. PHONE RED 525 CLOVER BLOCK BlRNEY GOODHEART PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS Rooms I, 2 and 3, Red, Front Btdg Office 'Phone Main 2231 Residence 'Phone 8281 Office Telephone Main 2061 Residence Telephone Main 8061 W. H. AXTELL PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Office Hours: 11 to 12 a. m., 2 to 5 p. m. PIKK BLOCK—Cor. Elk and Holly WHATCOM, WASH DR. S. N". KELLY R E D F R O N T BTJIXJ3INO-Rooms 17,18,10 and 20 Office Telephone Main 2141 Residence Telephone Main 81 W. D. KIRKPATRICK, M. D. ADDEE F. KIRKPATRICK, M. D. Rooms 10 and 17, Fisher Block 'Phones—Residence, Red 44 —Office, Red 44 A. MACRAE SMITH, M. D. Telephone Red 521 Office, Red Front Building WHATCOM, WASH. FRANK J. VAN KIRK, M. D. Practice Limited to EYE, EAR, NOSE AND THROAT CLOVER BLOCK WHATCOM, WASH. DR. L W. POWELL OSTEOPATHIC PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Office Hannah Block 'Phones—Residence. Blac kl lt; —Office, Red 746 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Page [4] ---------- DR. J. C. MINTON DENTIST Rooms 9,10 ft 13, Fisher Blk Residence Phone Black 68S Cor. Dock and Holly Office Phone Red 268 DR. C. A. DARLING DENTIST Rooms 18 and 19 Fisher Block Corner Dock and Holly Streets PHONE BukCK 270 WHATCOM, WASH. DR. F. J. GEOGHEGAN DENTIST Rooms 4 and 5, Red Front Block Telephone Red 831 WHATCOM, WASH. MODERN DENTAL PARLORS DR. O. C. GILBERT, MANAGE* n-.it m~.v J 108 West Holly Street , . ,,„.,, Holly Block j 1306 J)otk s u ^ Phone Black 1871 ALL WORK GUARANTEED DR. G. E. FOSTER OSTEOPATH ALL CHRONIC DISEASES A SPECIALTY Office Hours: 9 to 12 a. m., 1 to 5 p. m. Holly Block PHONES—Office, Red 1874 -„„„ —Residence, Red 83 CONSULTATION FREE DR. WILBUR N. HUNT Physician and Surgeon OFFICE 'Phones-^Office, Black 835 Rooms A and B, Red Front Blk —Residence Red 122 Office 'Phone, Red 471 Residence 'Phone Red 694 CHAS. L. HOLT, M. D. Specialties: Diseases of the Eye, Ear Now and Throat Rooms 1 and 2 Fisher Block „,.«.., Will visit patients at their homes WHATCOM. WASH ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Page [5] ---------- « is Right if it has Our Label" W* ara tK* o n l y racl«aiv« Mens' Furnishers North of Seattle. We are sole Agents for the PACKARD and STETSON SHOES. We make SUITS and SHIRTS to meas­ure. Phone 311. WHATCOM. ..^Z. Jill the Latest and Most Correct ..Styles in.., PHOTOGRAPHY are to » • f*u*d at LOTHROP BROS. Enlarging and Finishing in Crayon, Pastel, Water Color and Sepia DOCK ST., -WHATCOM PIANOS YOU CAN DEAL WITH US BRIGGS' PIANO AND MUSIC CO. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Page [6] ---------- A SHORT STORY EASY SHOES AT EASY PRICES MAKE EASY FEET AND EASY PURSES THIS IS OUR DREW-SELBY SHOE FOR LADIES SOLD ONLY BY Aune-Nolte PRICE $ 2 . 7 5 THE BUSY SHOE PEOPLE 126 WEST HOLLY Headquarters for Men's and Boys' Clothing, Hats and : : : : Caps, Shoes and Furnishing Goods : : : : Globe Clotting Company DAN McCUSH, MANAGER 106 Solly Street «««• Whatcom Try our Fancy Canned Fruit and Vege- : : : : tables. Quality guaranteed : : : : Hans Pearson ...The Grocer... Wholesale and Retail Prices Right ELDRIDGE KLINE OFFICE, PIKE BLOCK TELEPHONE MAIN 147 .. .WHATCOM / WASH... WE will sell you a city lot in any part of this city or Fairhaven, and if you are short of money we will furnish money to build your house on small monthly payments. We have a good list of farm prop­erty. Call and get prices and terms. Write your fire insurance with Kline, who repre­sents the/ETNA, the leading Fire Insurance Co., of America ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Page [7] ---------- FACULTY EDWARD T. MATHES, Pricipal, History and Pedagogy JOHN T. FORREST, Mathematics FRANCIS W. EPLY, Physical Sciences WASHINGTON WILSON, Psychology and Peda­gogy MISS MITTIE U. MYERS, English Miss IDA A. BAKER, English and Mathematics EDWIN N. STONE, Latin Miss ADA HOGLE, Drawing MISS FRANCES HAYS, Reading and Physical Culture A. P. ROMINE, Bilogical Sciences MISS AVANELLE COLEMAN, 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 MABEL ZOE WILSON, Librarian ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Page [8] ---------- Horrible Examples How many Birds are there in Seven soft-boiled Eggs ? If yon have Five Cucumbers and Eat Three, what will yon have left ? Two ? No, yon are wrong. You will have more than that. You will have Colic enough to Double you up in a Bow Knot for Six Hours. You may go to the foot of the Class. A man had Six Sons and Pour Daughters. If he had had Six Daughters and Pour Sons, how many more Sons than Daughters would he have had ? If a Horse weighing 1600 pound can Haul four tons of Pig Iron, how many Seasons will a Front Gate painted Blue carry a young woman on One Side and a young Man on the other? of composition and press-work are not characteristics of the work turned out by the Holly Press : : And, we would like to mention, inci­dentally, that we are to occupy our new quarters in the Irving Block, J 315 Dock Street, Monday, April 18, and will be pleased to show our call­ers around. HOLLY PRESS PRINTER, BINDERS and BlanR Book FolRs ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Page [9] ---------- Normal flessenger May 1905 Beautiful Lake CHelan DR. E. T. MATHES. T IS a common saying that many of our people go to foreign coun­tries to see wonders of nature which are much inferior to those all around us in our state and na­tion. The truth of this statement is forced upon anyone who visits our own beautiful Lake Chelan. This marvelous body of water extends in a northwesterly direction along the eastern side of the Cascade mountains, in the north central part of our states The lake is about sixty miles long and ranges from one to three miles wide. The water is a beautiful green color and is very deep, some parts measuring more than 1600 feet in depth. Along the southern shores of the lake the banks are brok­en by sparcely wooded hills which are from five hundred to two thousand feet high, but as one passes up the lake the hills change into rug­ged, precipitous mountains, many of which rise abruptly from the water's edge to a height of seven and eight thousand feet. All along the shores small streams come dashing down the mountain sides into the lake. Many of these streams form long series of beautiful cas­cades, while others come down more gently and ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Page [10] ---------- thousand feet in a course of two or three miles. In many places the mountains rise perpendic-form natural retreats for the ever active and ambitious mountain trout. All along the lake the mountains are very sparcely covered with timber, for everywhere the mountains are al­most solid rock. This rock is of a granite formation, very light in color, which gives the eountry a very light gray and dainty appear­ance. Nearly every stream flowing into the lake has its source in some great glacier, or field of everlasting snow. The descent of these streams may be imagined when it is ex­plained that they often descend six or seven ularly from the water's edge for more than two thousand feet. The land all around the upper portion of the lake is included in a Forest Reserve, and is in its natural state. At the present time only five or six families reside at the head of the lake. A large tourist hotel is conducted there by Mr. G. M. Fields; also Mr. W. F. Purple owns a beautiful home and cares for a few tourists during the summer months. Ten miles below is situated Moore's hotel, a beau­tiful home for travelers. The Stehekin river empties into the head of the lake and brings the waters from the summit of the range at Cascade Pass. The valley of the river is from eighty rods to one mile wide, and the mountains on either side are from five to eight thousand feet high. Into this river empty Boulder, Bridge and Agnes creeks, all of which are great resorts for hunt­ing and fishing. A ride up the Stehekin val­ley on horse back on a clear summer day is one of the rarest treats a traveler can plan for him­self. Game is abundant around the Lake, but here as everywhere, the sportsman must earn his reward.) The large game consists of bear, goat, deer, wolf, cougar, mountain lion, wol­verine, and lynx. Fishing for large fish in the lake is excellent, while abundant moun- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Page [11] ---------- tain trout can be caught in many of the creeks. The large fish are commonly called lake and bull trout. Average specimens of these fish weigh from one and one-half to nine pounds, and furnish rare sport when caught with light rod and reel, or with trolling hook drawn in with rod and reel. On the unmerous brooks that are found all along the lake there is ex­cellent fly fishing in season. One of the most attractive sights to the tourist is Kainbow Falls, situated three miles above the head of the lake. The creek forming the falls is a stream about fifty feet wide and usually carries a large volume of water from the glaciers above. The water falls perpen­dicular for 310 feet and drops into a great bed of large boulders, from which it dashes on down forty feet more to the bed of the creek belowJ Many interesting sights are to be found there, but space forbids even enumerat­ing them. " An Indian Romance CHE Indian maiden was tall and lithe; every movement was enhanced by|a wild grace, yet one looking at her, thought, not of that, but only of the wonderful beauty of her eyes. Sometimes they appeared dark as the shad­ows on the foothills at night; sometimes, in the rare morning light, they seemed a glorious, subdued brown. They were large and gentle us a fawn's, but they were always sad. The superstitious maidens of her tribe whispered that at her birth the spirit of sorrow had touched her with a magic wand, and decreed that she should never see joy, as others did, but should be filled with a nameless, unutter­able longing, that should find relief only in death. Her father had been one of a company of sailors from a far away country, where the Great Spirit gave his children skin as pale as ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Page [12] ---------- the lily and hair like its golden center. He had remained some years on the island un­til another ship came nosing along the coast, and then, promising to return, he had sailed far off over the swelling seas.- Her mother soon married an Indian brave, who had wooed her 'ere the white stranger came. Only the litle girl mourned for one who had loved neith-her nor her mother, but who loved and claimed as a bride a golden haired girl in a distant clime. Her sailor father had left her one treasure— a rich, embroidered mantle of a fantastic de­sign. Often the child looked, with an awed admiration, upon the chimerical mingling of dainty pink and dark, rich green, and grew to love it as though it were a living thing and could tell her of her father's world. The years slipped by and the sad eyed child blossomed into young womanhood—the fairest of her tribe. Yet she shunned all human companionship and slipping away by herself, would lean with one arm around a whispering fir, and gaze over the opal tinted waves of the Sound. The little gurgling waves, on the beach, the sofly sighing firs on the shore, and the great dark hills, loved and sympathized with her. Her step father railed at her, called her eultas because nothing could make her drudge for him. Her mother said nothing—she was a stoic. In the early fall the neighboring tribes gath­ered with her tribe for a great canoe race. It was a great day. The braves were at theii best and all the women and children gathered to watch the exciting sport. But the maiden of our tale stood apart, looking listlessly with her sad eyes upon the scene. Then all at once her interest, almost seemed to arouse as from a long sleep. She gazed with an intense, al­most weird, attention upon the leading boat. Who was the fair skinned stranger that stood BO like a statute? He seemed looking at her. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Page [13] ---------- Could it be her father? No, she knew that could not be. A cry broke from her parted lips and the other watchers, hearing, wondered, for they saw not the stranger. Even as she looked the vision seemed fading into thin air. Wondering, she passed her hand, in a dazed way, over her forehead. She seemed to hear a voice saying, "Without me you can never be happy. I would come to you if I could but I cannot.\ You must come to me." She gazed again long and earnestly but the stranger had vanished. The garrulous old squaws shook their heads and muttered dim forecasts of evil, for strange as the maiden had been before she now became more strange. She was the talk of the tribe; Nor did they stop with that. They clam­ored against her to her step father and he list­ened, not unwillingly, to their complaints. Had not the salmon failed to supply their needs ? Had not the flood been large and dis­astrous? Truly the Great Spirit was angry with his people! Had he not reason, since they had permitted an evil spirit to remain in their midst ? So they made their plans. The "medicine man" was to be called and if he failed to drive out the evil one, then the maid- - en's life must be sacrificed to save the tribe. In some way their future victim compre­hended their design, so one night, shortly be­fore the ''medicine man" was to come, she soft­ly slipped out of the tent. She had with her nothing but the embroidered mantle. Careful to leave no marks which might show the path she had taken, she sped on towards a small stream near by, whose noisy waters rushed to oblivion in the Sound. For a long distance she waded up the stream, bending that she might not disturb the trees overhead. No broken twigs would tell the story of her fight At last she came to a small path and still cau­tious she left the cold mountain stream for the warmer path over fallen leaves. It was a torturous journey, but still she pressed on un- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Page [14] ---------- til she stood at last on the shore of a small lake. The waning moon was reflected in its dark depths and the great trees gathered close around it. Often the girl had visited this place, but never before had self-murder been in her heart. Once she paused, handling with a last fond stroke the only thing of beauty which she could call her own. Lovingly she laid it on a mossy ledge, then she turned to the lake. The sky above the hills was beginning to have a faint tinge of color—a presentment, as it were, of what was to follow. "The night is dying," she whispered softly, "let me die with it." The tribe searched for her but in vain. Those who loved to speculate declared the evil spirit had carried her off, but soon all discus­sion ceased—it was not well to speak of evil things—and her story was lost from the mem­ory of men. The trees remember* her and love the memory and that is why the tale that firs whisper at night, although sweet, is always sad. When spring's sweetest zephyrs drove the winter away, there sprang up by the maiden's burial place a beautiful plant. Its flower was of the palest pink and its leaves of the richest dark, green—an everlasting token of the In­dian maiden's loved treasure. * * * * * * * * Many moons passed away and great, noisy cities were to be seen where once had been the red mens' haunts, the palef aced ones said, "We will make the rhododenron our state flower.'' But to this day they know not the story of the Indian maiden and her phantom lover. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Page [15] ---------- Alcott excursion to Friday Harbor ON April 25th the Alcott Society gave an entertainment at Friday Harbor. This was an ambitious undertaking for a school society and the Alcotts were pio­neers in the work. They hoped to combine pleasure with money making, but for awhile, just among themselves they feared that the pleasure would be swallowed up in work and the profit in the expense of transportation. However they thought "nothing venture, noth­ing win." They bravely looked forward, kept the plow in the forrow, and were rewarded with an excursion that will remain in the mem­ory of each one that went as one of the happiest events of her school life, and with a profit that doubled their wildest dreams. They chartered the Clara Brown and started Saturday noon. As they left Sehome dock the thirty girls made the deck bright with school colors and vocal with school yells. The boat was theirs from freight deck to pilot house and the crew gave themselves up to running the boat and entertaining their guests. The girls rehearsed their play on the deck with the waves and islands for audience and the Captains twinkling eyes looking "from the gallery." The soloists rehearsed their parts in the shadowy corners of the freight deck. Within an hour the clouds lowered and the mist materialized into rain but this did not dampen their ardor. From the wide rolling doors of the freight deck, from their perch in the pilot house, or, perchance, breasting the cold, wet, breeze for love of it, they all enjoyed the panorama of sea and wooded isles. When they reached Friday Harbor in a real Washington down pour, they announced them­selves with ringing school yells. They were met at the dock by two Normal graduates, ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Page [16] ---------- Prof. Monnett and Miss Doerrer, whose good reports of the prospective audience were more precious to them than unbrellas. They found the hall commodious and neat. A hospitable fire was ready to dry their clothes and warm their hearts. In many little ways like this the Friday Harbor people revealed their kindly good will. It spoke volumes for the two girls who represent Friday Harbor in the Alcott Society. The stage was beautiful with the school flag and the society colors and the society's portrait of Miss Alcott. The audience was so much larger than they had anticipated that it was a great relief to them to hand the management of financial mat­ters to Captain Tarte. The Alcotts could not thank him enough for his kindness. The pro­gram was long and earned through without a break, and, if the reception an audience gives is a criterion, it was very good indeed, for there was never a more attentive or apprecia­tive audience- Near midnight they returned to the Clara Brown and she threaded her homeward way, through shadowy channels and between islands glooms, with such a burden of joy and exulta­tion that the wonder la that she did not fly in­stead of "plowing the main." "People come to your entertainment in launches instead of carriages," said the Cap­tain. "There were six launches in the harbor, from the neighboring islands, and one of them brought over two loads." By three o'clock the threads of lights on the horizon announced that they were nearing home and soon a crowd of girls, too happy to be t*red, had scattered to their homes. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Page [17] ---------- Che normal messenger Published Monthly By the Students of THE STATE NORMAL SCHOOL WHATCOM, WASHINGTON F! D! EASON^ '°3\ BUSINESS MAKAO.M. EDITORIAL STAFF F. W. RBOADES, '03 Editor-in-Chief BELLE WILLIAMS, '03, Parthenon* T » —. GERTRUDE SMITH, '03, Utopian... | Literary MARY PATRIC, '0? Y. W. C. A / .„. ABBIE LYNN, '04, Soronian ) Locals ETEL H VERETT, '04, Aurora, Alumni PEARL PEIME, '06, Chilic Exchange* F. D. EASON, '05, Philomathean Athletics MINNIE SHUMWAY, '04, Alcott School Notes ETHEL WORTHHN, '03, Kulshan Miscellaneous EARL S. MORRIS, '03, Parthenon Staff Artist TERMS—FIFTY CENTS A YEAR Address all communications to the Editor-in-chief, Whatcom, Wash. Issued the fifteenth of every month. All copy must be in the hands of the editor-in-chief on or before the ninth of the month. Entered December 21, 1902, at Whatcom, Washington, as second-class matter, under Act of Congress of March 3,1879. VOL IV MAY 1903 NO. 7 A few have not yet pa*d their subscriptions to the "Messenger" this year. We desire that you do so at once for with the next issue we wish to close up accounts for the year. Don't wait for a personal call but pay to either of the two business managers. It has been a matter of deep regret on the part of the staff, as well as the printers, that there has been at tWes during the year con­siderable delay in getting the Messenger from the press. This has been due to the hereto­fore cramped quarters of the printing firm— the Holly Press. Their business had recent­ly grown to such dimensions that it was im­possible to handle it promptly in those quar­ters. We are now pleased to note that they have moved into new quarters especially de­signed for the^ accommodation in the Irving Block opposite the Grand Opera House. Here after the subscribers may expect their Mess­engers promptly on time. Another matter that has caused us much concern in regard to the efficient service the management of the Messenger had hoped to give its subscribers, is the failure of some copies in ever reaching ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Page [18] ---------- the^ owners. For this we are unable to ac count. We address them according to our directions and mail them. We can only say that if you fail to receive your copy we wish you to notify us, for we keep a few extras on hand and will gladly see that you get one. The Normal School is witnessing with keen interest the "Thousand a Day" campaign that is in progress in our city during the present month.,' The pubHc spirited manner in which the citizens of the Bay Cities have aided the Normal School at times of need in its brief history gives us faHh that the campaign will Y. M. C. A. building in Whatcom and a strong Y. M. C. A. organization will be of inestima­ble value in furthering and maintaining the the desired Chr^tian atmosphere surrounding our Normal School. Locals Josephine Murray has left school on account of sickness. Mr. Jos. Shamblin and Mr. Victor Parish save left school. Miss Coleman has been unable to meet her classes the past week. During her absence Em­ma Gruber had charge of the work. Miss Edith Vestal of Snohomish is visiting Her sister, Lucy, at 507 High Street. Miss Meryl Hays entertained May 9 in hon­or of Miss Lena Kohne's —th birthday. Lillian Crueger who was home for several lays on account of sickness, is aga*n in school. Dick Everett visited the Normal May 1, and .ook in the excursion to Sumas on Saturday. Bertha Korstad, one of the students of '02 Tisited the Normal April 17 and greeted old mends. Mrs. Anna Evendon of Seatle entertained the students at Assembly April 20, with an in­teresting solo. Miss Anna Gilchrist is expected to arrive in Whatcom from Stanwood, May 9, to visit her Sister Jennie. On account of the weather the Aurora so­ciety have postponed their excursion to Chuck-anut Mountain, which had been planned for May 9, but we hope it will materialize when £he weather improves. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Page [19] ---------- Dave Eason is reported sick of the measles but he attended Dr. Bowman's lecture so we fancy it was a false report. Miss Hays and Miss Hog*e entertained the faculty at the Hays' home May 2. A beauti­ful time was reported. May 1st was a day of importance for the Seniors for it was the day upon which their thesis were in for inspection of the faculty. The school pins ordered by the Y. W. C. A. arrived last week and were sold so rapidly that they have ordered another lot which will soon be here. Miss Tromanhauser's sister, Mrs. Leonard, and neice, Adair, are expected to arrive in Whatcom in the near future and will make this their permanent home. Miss Margaret Schneider has invited the Senior class to spend.the afternoon and even­ing of May 16 at her home. The seniors an­ticipate a delightful time. Rev. Glover of New Zealand talked in As­sembly May 7, giving a comparison between New Zealand and the United States, somewhat to the discredit of the United States. Miss Olive Gilchrist of Stanwood has been visiting her sister Jennie at 507 High Street., for the past few days. Dr. Mathes has been in Seattle this week, and on Saturday will meet the State Board of Education and consult with them in regard to the Normal School course of study. On April 24 the Juniors served lunch to the students and faculty in the "Gym." All en­joyed a bountiful repast and the Juniors re­port $20 in the treasury as the result. Miss Holster, the state organizer for the W. C. T. U. visited the Normal April 25th, and gave a talk on "Comrades." Miss Holster is a pleasing speaker and her short tolk was very enjoyable. The work on the campus goes forward rap­idly. The tennis court is now ready for use and a tennis c*ub has been organized with the following officers: President, Bertha Ross; Vice Pres., Sarah Van Reypen; Treas., Leah Lovejoy; Custodian, Cassie Gifford. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Page [20] ---------- The Senior class has secured the services of Rev. Cheatham of the Episcopal church of Whatcom to deliver the Baccalaureate sermon. The work on grading the Campus contin­ues in full blast, though necessarily slow on account of the continued blasting necessary to loosen the rocks for grading. Miss Maude Russell, recently from Oak­land, Iowa, visited her cousin, F. W. Rhoades at the Normal a few days last week. She is a musical instructor and intends locating per­manently in Seattle. "The Minister vs. the Present Social Condi­tions" by Dr. M. A. Mathews of Seattle w*ll be given May 12. Dr. Mathews delivered the commencement address last June and we be­speak for him a large and attentive audience. On April 17, Prof. Wilson gave a short re­view of the lecture delivered at Beck's Opera House by Ellen M. Stone. It was enjoyed especially by those who heard Miss Stone' lec­ture, |which was thrilling throughout,she spoke for nearly two hours and held the audience spell'bound by the description of the suffering she and her companion experienced while held by the Macedonian brigands for ransom. Miss Vinnie Winchell has been elected by the Y. W. C. A. to attend the coast conference at Capitola, Cal., May 15-25, and will leave May 13 for Portland from there taking the through train to CapHola. Miss Winchell will be gone about two weeks and will have the opportunity of visiting some of CaHfornia's most interesting points and of hearing the na-tiona workers of the Y. M. C. A. This branch is to be congratulated upon securing Miss Winchell as a delegate to represent them for she is one of the fa*thful workers and will come back with renewed inspiration and enthusiasm for the work of the coming year. Under the auspices of tne Athletic Associa­tion, Dr. Bowman delivered a very instructive and entertaining lecture in the Normal Audo-torium Friday evening May 8th. The lecture represented student life at the Heidelberg Uni­versity Germany, and was illustrated by cos­tume and the actualizing of some of the most characteristic scenes. There were about 300 in attendance and they were highly pleased with Dr. Bowman's ability as an entertaining lecturer. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Page [21] ---------- The acoustic properties of the Auditorium are very good. Have you noticed the echo ? Mrs Hidden of Vancouver, Wash., has been visiting her daughter Julia, the past week. Mr. Hess carried his camera to Sumas with him and on account of the size and shape of the machine, someone asked if it were a "Sara­toga trunk." Prof. Bowman—(in Social Science) "How do we get our food, Miss Flemming? Miss Flemming—(prompted by Miss Dar-land)—" By immigration." Mr. Hess of Puyallup has entered the Normal and is a worthy add*tion to the stud­ent body. Prof. Bowman—"Yes, we n^ght get it by immigration." Before Junior Lunch—(two Juniors talk­ing and overheard by senior.) 1st. Junior—"Shall we swipe those dishes? 2nd Junior—"No they are alright the ex­celsior wipes them." Miss Hogle has announced the art and man-uel training exhibit to take place next Fr*day evening. Prof. Eply will exhibit some "high art" views taken from near the summit of Mt. Baker. There will be music and a profitable and pleasant evening is in store for us. Prof. Eply—(calling roll in Chemistry). "Mrs. Temple." Mrs. Temple—(who was cramming for ex­am.)—" Salt." Little Virginia Mathews viewing the pic­tures of Queen Victoria's marriage ceremony was being told who each of the ones present were. She thoughtfully studied the picture a few moments and inquired who they said this was (pointing to the minister,) "That was the minister who married them." Then who was this? (pointing to the king), "That was her husband, the man who married Vic­toria." "Oh, said Virginia," (her face bright­ening) that was Mr. King Victoria!" Miss Tromanhauser gave a talk in General Assembly on Elbert Hubbard and his work at the Roycroft Shops.,. This subject of Manual training is becoming one of the most talked of subjects in school work. Visits to the bulb farm are becoming quite the fad now-a-days. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Page [22] ---------- Alumni Notes Miss Elsie More Visited in Whatcom a short time ago. Miss Allie Muldoon is doing exceedingly good work in her grade at Seattle. She has by means of instruments attempted to some ex­tent to show pictures of different sorts to aid her in presentiug the subject of Geography. Miss Bessie Lawrence has been drilling some of her Pupils for a Declamatory Contest to be given shortly. Miss Mollie Brown, once a member of this school, paid the Normal a visit and states that she intends to return the coming school year. Pauline Jacobs, Evva Eckerson and Florence Griffith went to Sumas on the teachers excur­sion May ^4. MayGilligan with a party of others, spent a delightful day at Maple Falls, Saturday May 4- A Day's Outing Saturday, May 2, about 150 county teach­ers and Normal students spent the day in Su­mas, attending the County Teacher's Associa­tion and enjoying a May Day's outing. Miss Monroe's paper on Primary Numbers and Fairhaven's Supt. Hughes' address on "The Application of Problems in Mathemat­ics" were special features of the season of the Association which convened about 11:15., Immediately after the close of the session, lunch was served by the Ladies' Aid Society of the Baptist church. Keen appetites and inviting tables made this an hour of no small consequence to the visitors. After lunch many of the excursionists, impelled by a desire for the "foreign feeling", made their way by devious rustic routes across the border line into Can­ada. Of no little interest was the old land­mark bearing the inscription, "Treaty of Washington, June 15, 1848," especially to Prof. Forrest who, immediately upon spying ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Page [23] ---------- £hfa began a review of "54-40 OP fight." From a high hill rising abruptly back of the Httle town, the view of the snow capped moun­tain peaks appearing about on a level with the eye, Lake Sumas in the distance, and the little towns of Sumas and Huntington nestling at the foot of the high hill, made an artistic picture wl^ch baffles pen description. After the ball game between the Whatcom Normal and Sumas teams, we returned to Whatcom, arriving about 7 p. m. with the same peculiar difficulty we had experienced with our appetites in the earlier part of the day.) We hope that the pleasure and success of *his excursion may be but the forerunner of a ieries of "Saturday Outings" between now and Commencement. Exchanges Oh, happy exchange editor, when he finds vith joy, exchanges many—and all good. \ Among new exchanges we find the small but interesting X, the Salute, the Polytechnic and ihe Normal Record. The Comet's appearance and worth would ^e greatly improved by lessening the decorated itles and adding one or two good stories to its rontents. Good luck to the Philomathian Messenger, vhose motto is—"Green, but grow^g." We like the cover page of the Olympus. Why didn't you come before? Late last month, Kodak. Glad to have you vith us again. Where are those good stories *e expected? "Well, Freshie, have you learned your Lat­in ?" ask a sober Senior. "Quid est tibi." re­plied Freshie. School News contains two stories "Only His Duty" and "Wil^e Dare's Strategy", which accounts for the yellow cover pages of that ex­change. Probably the argument in the March issue entitled "The Benefit Derived *rom Novel Reading" is responsible for the ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Page [24] ---------- stories mentioned. Be careful, News, you are diminishing your worth by publishing such stories Normal Kecord and X:— You have two "great minds" which are running in the "same channel." Each has taken a pleasant "Trip to Mars" in the April issues. Among our exchanges we have numbered The Sinster but now—why are you absent? Life is short; only four letters in it. Three quarters of it is a "lie" and half an "if." We wish to thank the exchanges which have gVen us either adverse or favorable criticism, hoping we have profited by the former, and mowing we have been encouraged by the latter. Obituary DIED:—At the State Normal School, Whatcom, Wash., immediately after the publi­cation of "The Downfall of the President," X. Y. Z.} poet-laureate of the class of '07., Ac-sording to the report of the doctors, the direct cause of death, was a broken heart, caused by the indifference and criticism with which the world received her latest and last poem: "The Downfall of the President." Deceased was, before the writing of her last poem, a famous bard. Many were the verses she had written for the first year class and oth­ers. And her verses were of such a quality that she was regarded as a rising star in the literary world, and it was predicted that her name and fame would be heralded even unto the ends of the earth. Her name was upon every tongue, her verses were printed in the i ''Messenger.'' When spoken of as a poet her name was classed with those of Shakespeare, Milton, Byron and other great poets, and when she had occasion to pass through the hall, all hats were raised in respect to her abilities. But "alas, alas," she fell—not as the ex­ecutive officer of the second year class did, into the mvd, but into what was still worse, oblivion. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Page [25] ---------- She who had been so great, thinking that she would establish her fame as a poet and at the same time do her class a service, sank far enough into the mud and mire to produce that infam­ous poem: "The Downfall of the President." But what was to be her masterpiece, proved her Waterloo, and the poem was received with so much disgust and criticism that she died of a broken heart Poor, dear, misguided, X. Y. Z., we mourn for thee, but thy failure w^l be ever a warning to other aspiring poets, that if they want to re* tain their name and fame they had better not use their talents for writing venomous poema about the president of the class, above them, especially if their own class does not approve of it, THe KulsHan Club The Kulshans held their last meeting of the year on May 8th., at which meeting the follow- *ng officers were eWted to serve the coming year: Pres., Miss Hidden; Vice Pres., Miss Egge; Sec, Miss Dodd; Treas., Miss Tibbels; Sargeant at Arms, Miss Willard; Associate Editor Miss Graham. Our hearts are made sad by the thought that our pleasant and prof­itable meetings are at an end. About twenty of our number, however, expect to return next year, and we hope for them and the new sisters which they are sure to have, a continuance of the intellectual progress which has marked the Klub this year. Each Kulshan has faithfully performed her part; but we feel that our suc­cess is largely due to the wise and sympathetic counsel of our critic. We will enjoy a pleasant picnic and camp fire with our friends, on May 16th, at Chuck-anut Beach. A bountiful dinner will be serv­ed, and an exciting and entertaining program rendered. A rousing good time is antici­pated. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Page [26] ---------- Our Literary Society. Our President is smart ond kind, And leads the meetings well, Though she usually forgets All particulars to tell. We have poems by the dozen, And essays by the score; But when the program's finished We'll all make for the door. TKe Aurora Club* The Aurora's closed their work for this year last Friday, May 8. The officers for the com­ing year are: President; Jessie Havens; Vice- Pres: Katie Long; Secy, and Treas; Rose Woods; Ser. at Arms., Flora Currie. The as­sociate editor for the Normal Messinger elec­ted for next year is Miss Edith Blott The five Senators elect for the Normal Senate from the Aurora Club are: Anita Noel, Lulu Sim­mons, Anna Buege, Ethel Everett, and Ella Barbo. Tain O'SKanter Club The Tam Club was very pleasantly enter­tained by Mr. Hovies, Friday evening, May 1, at the Normal Hall. The party was gven in honor of a former member, Mr. Everett. "507" was the rendezvous and after the as­signment of "parts" they left for Normal Hall. After being greeted by the smiling counte­nance of Mr. Hovies, dancing was endulged in until a late hour. The music was render­ed by Miss Sweeney in her usual charming manner. Later the luncheon was served. The Tarns kept up their reputation and did ample justice to every dainty, including the •'Minnehaha" cake. Notwithstanding the indisposition of one of the Lord Tarn's, all reported a very enjoy­able evening. The following Lord and Lady Tarns were present: Ladies, Everett, Dar-land, Gruber, Gifford, Williams, Lyn, Sween" ey, Patric and Buege. Lords, White Bowman, WWiams, Everett, Hovies and Eason. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Page [27] ---------- Senior Patrick's Dream. How dear to my heart are the scenes of the Normal Wnen fond recollections present them to view; That terrible Thesis; the training department; the room where we used to make clay models too; But worse—ah, far worse than these is a vision That constantly haunts me wherever I go; Of that youngster who wandered about that old Normal And carried that bookbag that I hated so. That rusty old bookbag, that dusty old bookbag, That "custy" old bookbag that I hated so. How oft have I seen it with books overflowing, As it hung from her shoulder nigh bursting with trash; How oft have I solemnly sworn I was going To have it cremated, or made into hash; How oft have I told her that she would be humpbacked; How oft have I warned her round-shouldered she'd grow; But in spite of my lectures, in spite of my reasoning, She clung to that bookbag that I hated so. That rusty old bookbag, that dusty old bookbag, That "custy" old bookbag that I hated so. And now far removed from that loved situation, A vision and racket I still see and hear— A long hall that's crowded with those noisy students, In passing to classes they talk loud and clear, And there in the midst of the push I behold her Lopsided and crooked, and bent like a bow, While worn, patched and faded, from one deformed shoulder Still hangs that green bookbag that I hated so. That rusty old bookbag, that dusty old bookbag, That "custy" old bookbag that I hated so. When this life is done and we're all dead and buried, And I fondly imagine my troubles are o'er, And feel quite relieved as I cross Death's deep channel To join those bright angels on that golden shore, When this body's laid in the cold earth to moulder, And into that promised land I shall go, Shall I find that same youngster, and hung from her shoulder That infernal bookbag that I hated so. That rusty old bookbag, that dusty old bookbag That "custy" old bookbag that I hated so. —M. S. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Page [28] ---------- Athletics We read in the news of sports with a feeling of pride and admiration of the wonderful do­ings and the pretty work of the local profess­ional base ball team, Cole's Colts, but since the time the bright and glorious sun first cast its effluent and torture producing beams upon magnificent performance of the manipulations of one of those "little round things" was ever witnessed than that which occurred in the re­cent game at Sumas, when the Normal boys were invited into a well worn cow pasture, *n-tersperced with plowed potato and turnip patches, etc., etc., to fight it out with the veter­an Sumas ballists. The game opened very favorable to the Normal, our battery, Shamb-in and Parish doing good work. In the fifth inning the score stood 15 to 3 in Normal's favor. After this the Sumas heavy hitters got in some good ones, but our out-fielders were unable to travel well over hog-wallowed ground and so Sumas braced up. The Normal first baseman also made some frightful blunders which helped add to the grow*ng score of Su­mas. The game ended, Sumas a winner; they making one and a fifth points to every one of ours. With such a hard fought game and its results the Normal boys feel somewhat dis­posed to give up the game. The tennis court has just been rerolled and put into good condition which is causing a re­vival of interest in the game among the stud­ent*. The club has been re-organized and a schedule of games are be*ng arranged. 6*6* J. N. Selby (Q. Co. School Supplies Books, Stationery Late Books — Gift Books —- Best Books Come and see us. Phonm Rmd 314 1244 Holly Strut ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Page [29] ---------- IV gt;emember • • • Cbat OPe carry the Biggist and Best Stock of mens' ana • • • BOV$' etotmne- Remember.. • Cbat Of e arc Strictly One Price, and all goods are marked in • • plain figures Remember... Chat if anything yon bny of m is nnsatisfactory, bring it back and we will refund yon tbe • • • money... fgp (gpi ^gp Remember.. Cbat onr mens' Sboes are tbe most comfortable as well as tbe most Perfect fitting... Remember.. Cbat yon will find it pleasant as well as profitable to trade witb Remember.. gt;6eRed Front Whatcom's Largest Clothiers ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Page [30] ---------- PIANOS Chickering • ! W «Hifflball« D. S. JOHNSTON CO. Whatcom, W u h . W. H. MOCK SON Morticians and Embalmers Undertaking Parlors and Chapel 1202-1206 Slade Bl'k, Elk Street Ph«ne^O«Jce. R«I ^ ^ WHATCOM, WASH. Cascade Laundry W. H. DAVIS, PROPRIETOR Fifteen years' experience. We solicit a share of your patronage, and guarantee our work to be first-class. TELEPHONE BLACK 325 Elk St. Bakery A. DUNKER, PROPRIETOR Finest place in the city to obtain Fresh Bread, Cakes and Pies of the finest quality and flavor. 28 Loaves of Bread for $1.00. Free delivery. Phone your order. TELEPHONE BLACK 431 Branch Store, 811 West Holly. Telephone Black 181. A. Q. WICKMAN ...The Tailor... 1345 Holly Street WHATCOn, WASH. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Page [31] ---------- I Peterson Co. i I w i * * * The up-to-date Clothiers and jj» * Men's and Boys' Furnishers. jg m * 1 124 E. Holly WHATCOM | » QOOD ALL JR THE YEAR ROUND H FLORAL CREAM Removes Summers' Tan and Winters' Chaps alike * PrlOO 2BO Smmplm Bottlm FREE W At OB CHAMPLAIM A GRAHAM ^L\ Tho O WL PHARMAO Y H Cor. 'DOCKand HOLLY Open all Night ^ * CITY PROPERTY FARMLANDS Manuf'g Sites Water and Rail Seeing is believing PACIFIC REALTY CO. FAIRHAVEN, WASH. H. S . NOICE FUNERAL DIRECTOR AND EMBALMER ...OAKLAND BLOCK... D. J. MCARTHUR, Notary Public H. D. MCARTHU D. 3. mcflrtlwr $ Son Real Estate, Loan, Insurance Rental Ag'ts ELK STREET WHATCOM WHOLESALE AND RETAIL MEATS Fresh, SmoKed and Salt MJKXT. NOLTE BROS. •05X But Holly Street 805 WeetHolly StrMt Phone Red 1881 Phone Main 89 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 May - Page [32] ---------- Pearson Business College All branches taught as in any first-class college. Penmanship unexcelled. Day and evening ses­sions. Call or write. School Rooms 9S5 Elk St. Whatcom, Wash. A. L. PEARSON, PRINCIPAL Elk St. Coal and Wood Yard TRUNKEY 4 S O N , PROPRIETORS Roslyn and Blue Canyon Coal and Dry Fir Wood deliv­ered to any part of the city. PHONE MAIN 2381 WHATCOM PACIFIC STEAM LAUNDRY ESTABLISHED. 1880 FIRST-CLASS WORK GUARANTEED UDNESS ERHOLM. Props. 'Phone Main 2281 THE CAGE-DODSON GO. 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. i i i H i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i i m n m i i i i i i Che Bank of KJhatconi L. P. WHITE 6. C O . Transacts a General Banking and Exchange Busi­ness. Your account solicited. 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Show more1903_0601 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Cover ---------- THE NORMAL MESSENGER JUNE 1903 Monthly WHATCOM WASH. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [2] ---------- .#999944444999994444444444494999443^, 8 TELEPHONES * * OFFICE, MAIN 25 STORE, MAiN 24 * ^ * » _______ * * * I MORSE HARDWARE CO. j i w _ * Sewing Machines — Easy Payments * 1 Goods of ill Kinds. I * * ; Building' Hardware # $ Sell 'era low, send and get more. jjj * * * _________ * * 1025 AND 1039 ELK STREET * m WHATCOM tf m m 4^99999999994444444444444444444444 I GROCERIES I * ' * * • * J WHEN GOODS OR PRICES ARE $ * NOT SATISFACTORY, PLEASE * m RETURN SAME AND MONEY _ 5 WILL BE REFUNDED Jtjljtjtj* jg * • '• • « * J4 WEST HOLLY PHONE MAIN 200 m m :. •'.-••.._'..», Byron Grocery Co* I ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [3] ---------- The Leader •- •• • — Cane and Holly Streets - F u r n i s h e r s t o H e r Maj­esty the American Lady. * if yf if z*-** Everything for Milady's Adorw ment from Head to Foot High Art MILLINERY, LADIES SUITS, SKIRTS, WAISTS, CLOAKS. Fine Shoes FOR LADIES, BOYS, AND GIRLS. Dry Goods, Dress Goods, Silks, Trimmings, Corsets KID GLOVES, HOSIERY, UNDERWEAR. MEN'S FURNISHINGS : : : : : : : : : : : : : D R A P E R I ES ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [4] ---------- f — State — s Dormal School WHATCOM «*• WASHINGTON S beautifully l o c a t e d be­tween the cities of What­com and Fairhaven ; pop­ulation of the two cities, 20,000; cities have all the modern conveniences ; electric cars run within one block of the campus : : : Correspondence Invited. Catalogue Free. Offers F o u r R e g u l a r C o u r s es Elementary course of three years. Advanced course of two years for graduates of elementary course. Advanced course of two years for graduates of accredited high schools. A graduate course of one year. Elective courses are also offered. Admission and Expenses— School year 1903-1904 opens Wednesday, Septem­ber 9th. Students will be admitted without examination upon a teachers certificate, a high school di­ploma, or a certificate showing where the work was done above the ninth grade. Students will be admitted by passing a creditable examination in the common branches. Students enter at any time; Board and room costs $3.50 to $4.00 per week; Self boarding costs $6.00 to $10.00 a month. No tuition; library fee $10—one-half returnable. Text-books are loaned free. P r o m i n e n t F e a u r e s— Catalogued library; large museum ; Physical, chemical, biological laboratories; Stereoptican and darkrooms; Gymnasium, dressing rooms, baths: Manual training department: Large training school, well conducted; Large and beautiful auditorium. Edward T. Matties Principal ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [5] ---------- Whatcom Dental Parlors DR. R. LYBKOOK SHANKim, Manager The Highest Grade Dental Work at Reasonable Prices. Examination Free. PHONE RED 525 CLOVER BLOCK BlRNEY GOODHEART PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS Rooms t, 2 and 3, Red Front Btdg Office 'Phone Main 2231 Residence 'Phone 3231 Office Telephone Main 2061 Residence Telephone Main 3081 W. H. AXTELL PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Office Hours: 11 to 12 a. m., 2 to 5 p. ra. PIKE BLOCK—Cor. Elk and Holly WHATCOM, WASH DR. 8. N. KELLY R E D F R O N T B U I L D I NG Rooms 17,18,19 and 20 Office Telephone Main 2141 Residence Telephone Main 31 W, D. KIRKPATRICK, M. D. ADDIE F. KIRKPATRICK, M. D. Rooms 16 and 17, Fisher Block 'Phones—Residence, Red 44 —Office, Red 44 A. MACRAE SMITH, M. D. Telephone Red 521 Office, Red Front Building WHATCOM, WASH. FRANK J. VAN KIRK, M. D. Practice Limited to EYE, EAR, NOSE AND THROAT CLOVER BLOCK WHATCOM, WASH. DR. L W. POWELL OSTEOPATHIC PHYSICIAN AND SURGEON Office, Hannah Block 'Phones—Residence, Black W -Office, Red 745 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [6] ---------- DR. J. C. MINTON DENTIST Rooms 9,10 12, Fisher Blk Residence Phone Black 085 Cor. Dock and Holly Office Phone Red 268 DR. C. A. DARLING DENTIST Rooms 18 and 19 Fisher Block Corner Dock and Holly Streets PHONE BLACK 275 WHATCOM, WASH. DR. F. J. GEOGHEGAN DENTIST Rooms 4 and 5, Red Front Block Telephone Red 831 WHATCOM, WASH. MODERN DENTAL PARLORS DR. O. C. GILBERT, MANAGER W~II m„„i, i 108 West Holly Street Holly Block j 1305 D o c k s t r £ e t Fbotut Black 1871 ALL WORK GUARANTEED DR. G. E. FOSTER OSTEOPATH ALL CHRONIC DISEASES A SPECIALTY Office Hours: 9 to 12 a. m., 1 to 5 p . m. Holly Block PHONF.S—Office, Red 1874 —Residence, Red 32 CONSULTATION FRF.K DR. WILBUR N. HUNT Physician and Surgeon OFFICE; 'Phones—Office, Black 836 Rooms A and B, Red Front Blk —Residence Red 122 Office 'Phone, Red 471 Residence 'Phone Red 6M CHAS. L, HOLT, M. D. Specialties: Diseases of the Eye, Ear Nose and Throat Rooms 1 and 2 Fiabar Block ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [7] ---------- It is Right if it has Our Label" We are tHe only exclusive Men's Furnishers North of Seattle. We are sole Agents for the PACKARD and STETSON SHOES. We make SUITS and SHIRTS to meas­ure. Phone 311. WHATCOM. ANNOUNCEMENT Having lately Remodeled and Refurnished our Studio we have one of the best in the Northwest and we are now better than ever prepared to give you the very latest and best Photograph work that can be produced in (tenxiinx QLuxbuxn, QLultttiin Qfavkan ^ttstn Wstivux and ?Tatiu«m We always have the latest in Mountings. Call and see samples LOTHROP BROS. STUDIO Phone Red 883 1313 Dock St., WHATCOM PIANOS YOU CAN DEAL WITH US BRIGG'S PIANO AND MUSIC CO. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [8] ---------- 126 WEST HOLLY Headquarters for Men's and Boys' Clothing, Hats and : : : : Caps, Shoes and Furnishing Goods : : : : Globe £lotbing Company DAN MCCUSH, MANAGER 106 Holly Street «««• ttlbatcom Try our Fancy Canned Fruit and Vege- : : : : tables. Quality guaranteed : : ; : Hans Pearson ...The Grocer... Wholesale and Retail Prices Right ELDRIDGE KLINE OFFICE, PIKE BLOCK TELEPHONE MAIN 147 ...WHATCOM, WASH... W7K will sell you a city lot in any part of this city or ^M Pairhaven, and if you are short of money we will furnish money to build your house on small monthly payments. We have a good list of farm prop­erty. Call and get prices and terms. Write your fire insurance with Kline, who represents the ^TNA, the leading Fire In­surance Company of America. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [9] ---------- Printing We Produce the Best Vol ¥xz%% | 9 There is nothing to be found in the modern age requiring greater exactness, nicety and cleverness to meet the demands than this art. * ft is an $tri! As such only the best meets the requirement of the public's needs. The business man finds great­er results are secured when his printing stock is equal to a competitor. in Snxietg fere ar* maug Paris produced that require continual study and prepar-tion to produce work that equals a metropolitan vogue. Tit* Iwsl f«r Ife* Basitress TOan and tli* latest far tttje Sattotg L,arig is fnnnd at tfre . . .. HOLLY PRESS PRINTERS, BINDERS and BlanK BooK FolKs IRVING BLOCK, 1315 DOCK ST., WHATCOM m^SS^^^XSm^mmmS^mlS^fiS'SSS^^mSSSSSSSSi^ri ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [10] ---------- FACULTY EDWARD T. MATHES, Pricipal, History and Pedagogy JOHN T. FORREST, Mathematics FRANCIS W. EPLY, Physical Sciences WASHINGTON WILSON, Psychology and Peda­gogy Miss MITTIE U. MYERS, English Miss IDA A. BAKER, English and Mathematics EDWIN N. STONE, Latin Miss ADA HOGLE, Drawing Miss FRANCES HAYS, Reading and Physical Culture A. P. ROMINE, Bilogical Sciences Miss AVANELLE COLEMAN, Vocal Music J. N. BOWMAN, History and German Miss H. J. TROMANHAUSER, Supervisor Train-ing School Miss GERTRUDE EARHART, Critic Teacher, Grammar Grades Miss CORA BRATTON, Critic Teacher, Inter­mediate Grades Miss CATHERINE MONTGOMERY, Critic Teach­er, Primary Grades Miss MABEL ZOE WILSON, Librarian ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Plate [a] ---------- TOP ROW: Evelyn Jones Belle Williams Josephine Snyder Ella Rucks Ethel Hunt Lilly Carter L. A. Jones Gertrude M. Smith F. W. Rhoades Hjalma Stenvig Mrs. Anna Temple Cecelia Jacobs SECOND ROW Ben F. Hovies Irene Smith Minnie Sapp Bertha Ross Emma K. Gruber Fannie Copeland Alice Carman Lou Dobler Earl Morris THIRD Row: Statira Biggs Ida Pillman Effie Rear BOTTOM ROW: Ida Iverson Lucy Vestal Ethel Nelson Mary Patric Marguerite Fleming Effie_Bates Margaret Schneider Mae Knox Olive McGinnis FIVE MEMBERS NOT IN PICTURE: Olive Edens Alice Clark Bertha Breckenfeld Gertie C. Smith Minerva Pettet ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [11] ---------- Normal flessenger J une 19 0 3 Lecturers off tKe Platform DR. J . N . BOWMAN The audience sees the lecturer for only an hour and a half, and even then the attention is centered upon a sole subject. Some few char­acteristics appear in his speaking, some few pe­culiarities make his lecture quite different from all others; yet those things which differ entiate him from all other men are in a way plastered over with the art of speaking and the man is hidden behind the graces of oratory. The audience sees all of the subject but little of the man. This year's lecture course was composed of representative men and women on representa­tive subjects. The few hours they spent in our city and the few moments they gave to the mem­bers of the local committee offered a slight op­portunity to learn something of them as they are—not as artists. Prof. Patty and Capt. Hobson had some things in common. Both men were conserva­tive in their statements and deliberate in their judgments; both were southerners with all the graces and courtesies which that name implies. Yet Prof. Patty had more of the jollity in his nature than the Alabamian and was more rea­dy to give vent to it as may be seen from his pouring liquid air vapor upon Prof. Eply's un- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [12] ---------- covered crown to show to all the effects of the vapor's action. He saw more of his surround­ings and enjoyed it more than the Captain with his attention centered upon the one great guid­ing star of his career. But little was seen of Miss Thompson; her few words left the impression of a woman who knows the ways of the world, of one greatly in­terested in her subject and in the pleasure of the audience, and of one whose life on the plat­form has made her an adept in the gracious ac­knowledgement of any kindness received. General Howard was a brusk, genial old sol­dier, garrulous, full of reminiscences and with an abundance of stories; impatient to storm the platform and besiege the audience from Atlanta to the sea; and wondering why the auditing brigade so far disobeyed orders so to arrive on the scene of action half and hour after the ap­pointed time. Of all the lecturers this year he was nearer than anj other of them in being on the platform what he was off it. Musicians are queer folks to understand; ftheir emotional natures so highly developed to meet the requirements of their art, are so easily unturned by the jars and jolts of the world that one almost wishes to see them only at a distance so as to give all possible free­dom to their etherial actions and to prevent ithe utterance of a false note. Especially was Mile, de Lussan of this type. She was hedged in by a traveling business manager and a most genial and business-like one, Miss Stiers, —and once past her there stood the most devot­ed maid ready to ward off from her mistress the curiosity of the world. This great singer has well learned one of the lessons of happi­ness: To do one's duty and leave others to worry. On the stage Mile, de Lussan appeared as a very Juno in stature, but off it not so. The Grecian buskin is no longer in stage-fash­ion, so she must thank—but Greece had no goddess of dressmaking. The Schubert Quin­tette was composed of Seattle business people ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Plate [b] ---------- DR. E. T. MATHES Principal of the Whatcom State Normal School. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [13] ---------- —excepting the leader who is a musician by profession. This leader, Mr. Hedley, was easy to approach and very affable; we soon learned that we had been in Leipzig together yet with­out any knowledge of it at the time, and con­versation brought in common acquaintances. Dr. Matthews is a man of the people and his peculiarities he rather leaves on the plat­form than carry them away from it. He was ready to speak of his church work and of the reforms he is working in his calling. He no longer asks his applicants for membership if they believe this and that or whether they will subscribe to this creed and that dogma, but asks them alone whether they will lead better lives and will take Christ as their Savior—this to be interpreted as congenial; belief comes after­ward. No public man has received worse treatment at the hands of the world's press than Capt. Hobson. The American press resounded with the smacks of his station to station itinerary through the states; and the European papers echoed them with increased report until Lam-brosa, of Italy, was led to state in due scientific sincerity that all American men were Hobson Knighterrants. Capt. Hobson was very mod­est, interested much more in what one thought of his ideas of the increase of the navy than in answering repeated questions as to his doings in the Spanish war. His reticence was only once overcome to state that the Spanish treat­ment in the prison caused him to protest almost daily and especially was this true of the first few days when he and his fellows were confined within range of the American guns. He was interested in many things, was inquiring, and tvhen choosing his own subject for conversation fell upon the navy or some one of its phases not touched upon in the lecture—especially the trusts and the navy increase. He spoke de­liberately and carefully, and stated emphatical­ly that he now cares more for facts and figures than for peoples' thoughts and opinions. Dr. Willits was an orb of sunshine and jolli- ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [14] ---------- ty, eighty-two years old, loquacious and full of stories of the great men now passing away. Tal-mage and he were pastors together in Philadel­phia long years ago before either had become known. One day Talmage came into his study, closed the door and locked it. "Willits, I have a question to decide, and you are the only man I can ask to help me decide it." "Well, what is it ?" "I have a call to Chicago, and another to Brooklyn. Which shall I take?" "Is that all? Well, I can soon decide that. Don't go to Chica­go, for Dr. is there and he is a bigger fool than you are; go to Brooklyn where they have-not any at all. The metropolitan press will get hold of you and scatter you to the four winds.'' "Thanks, you've decided it." And so began the career of the great pulpit orator. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Plate [c] ---------- OFFICES OF THE PRINCIPAL ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [15] ---------- Farewell of tHe Class of '03 READ AT THE JUNIOR-SENIOR BANQUET, JUNE 10,1903 BY GERTRUDE M. SMITH, '03. Athemeless muse takes up an unf amed pen, Prepares to write, lays it aside again, And desperation settles o'er her brow, As vacant-mindedly she ponders how To write a theme befitting to the time And set her scattered thoughts to tuneful rhyme Through countless magazines she's searched in vain, There finds she naught to help the frenzied strain, Through streaming hair her fingers wildly pass, In frantic zeal she writes on, but alas! Page after page is crumpled and ignored And burned,—Oh that she might afford Some subject matter that would satisfy The minds of those whose mental aim is high. At last she fairly finds she has a scheme; Long in her mind a subject for a theme Has drifted aimlessly about, but now The question which presents itself is, How ? The Senior class her subject may be called, A worthy band, therefore be not appalled. A mightier pen must give this class the praise Which it deserves,—she is a muse indeed, Who has the power to demonstrate in lays That real true worth which al our actions breed. I shall not strive to justify the class, By telling of the wonders we've performed, ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [16] ---------- I'll simply try to tell you as I pass, Of some crude gifts with which we are adorned; I'll simply contemplate, and tell, enmasse, About the mould wherein the class was formed How memory brings back days so rich and rare, When we as stranger students first began To know our Alma Mater's tender care. We felt like "barefoot boys with cheeks of tan." We found it was a novel pleasure when We'd done our teaching and with lessons learned We felt as proud as Nero, prouder; then We received high marks which well were earned. When criticisms in our hands were seen We donned a strut and self-important air, And to and fro, around with busy mein, We rushed, although we climbed up many a stair. Day in, day out, we climbed up rung by rung, And higher topped our mileposts' high ideals, Our spirits high, when our class colors hung, We still may hear the merry laughter peals. When growing older, wiser grew our band, Ability and beauty grew apace, And we go forth to benefit the land Enticing friendship with a smiling face. Now there's our orator's persuasive speech Cannot be matched; and our debaters prove Without a doubt, that truth is false,—we each Have some small art that helps the world to move. How came we thus ? Was it acquired by birth ? Did money buy it? No, such pleasing gifts Of talent are granted but to those whose worth In some small way, the world's load upward lifts. We owe our future life and our success In every undertaking that we try, We owe it to our training. May God bless Those who think education should be high. We've weathered two long years beneath the shade Of this magnificent scholastic fold, Enjoying many joys that will not fade. Their memories shall we treasure when we're old. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [17] ---------- We hope to have another building grand. The seed is sown and sprouted which bids fair To eclipse accommodations now at hand. We shall drown our sorrows in its splendor rare. The campus will make way for a well kept lawn Bedecked with flowers, emittin gto the breeze Their fragrant odors, which in days long gone Our grounds were hid from sight by scraggly trees. Though changes for the better have been made, There still remain some vacuums to fill. The memories of the old times cannot fade, They mingle mid our present splendor still Can we forget our old companions, they Who year by year have passed beyond our sight; And those, who still remain along the way, To don our cast off armor for the fight ? Our teachers, too, who seem to take such pride In our accomplishments, can we forget Their kindness ? Nay, an dthough both far and wide We scatter thanks, they are forth coming yet. Our school life now is past, we leave our books And studies to the use of those who still Remain as adjuncts to the cozy nooks, Which we so longingly would longer fill. Oh, childhood's matron, guardian of our youth, Must we depart from thy enfolding arms ? Are we compelled to leave thy haunts of truth And banish from our lives thy pleasing charms ? The thought of parting grieves us to the core, We fain would linger 'neath thy balmy shade. We cannot think that our school life is o'er, Its semblance on our hearts its print has made. We leave thee now. It pains us, yet 'tis fate. Our duty calls. We answer, Oh, could we But tarry here awhile. But no. 'Tis late, Our time is gone. We bid farewell to thee; To you our former Juniors, do we leave The name of "Seniors." Bear it well, we trust That when your honors you in turn receive, The name will signify the wise and just. We bid you, now, farewell, and take our course Thro' life, for weal or woe, to do our Jwt ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [18] ---------- Remembering in success the source Of all our power. The Normal school be blessed. GBETRUDE M. SMITH, '03. Changes in Courses of Study for State Normal Schools of Washington. On the evening of May 8, the state board of Higher Education held a meeting in the hotel Butler, Seattle, and made several important regulations concerning the future work of the State Normal Schools. In the past, holders of eighth grade certifi­cates have been admitted to the Normal Schools without examination, but hereafter such cre­dentials will not admit students without a writ­ten examintation. The terms of admission to the Normal Schools as adopted by the board for the next two years are: A teacher's certificate from the state of Washington, or its equivalent. Creden­tials showing work done equivalent to the ninth grade. Diplomas from an accredited High School or any institution of higher learning, or an examination showing adequate preparation for the work of the elementary course. The new courses of study for the Normal Schools as prepared by the principals of those schools, and adopted by the Board of Higher Education, are based upon a system of credits. One credit represents one recitation per week for a term of twenty weeks or one half of a school year. Upon this basis the entire course of five years is arranged to require 200 credits for graduation. This is an average of 40 cred­its per year, or 20 credits per semester. Of the 40 credits required per year 30 must be uni­form and represent the same work in the same year in all three Normal Schools of the state, but the remaining ten credits may be used to represent any work which any individual Nor­mal School may care to require of its students. The most important changes in the elemen­tal-}' course are in the first and second yean. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Plate [d] ---------- VIEWS OF THE WHATCOM STATE NORMAL SCHOOL. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [19] ---------- Rhetoric and Literature, Ancient History, Bot­any and Elementary Physics, have been intro­duced into the first year, while beginning Lat­in, Zoology, Physiology and several classics in methods have been added to the second year. The time of the third year will be devoted more equally to academic and professional work than has been done in the past. The work of the advanced courses remains much the same as before only more definite requirements will be made of graduates of High Schools after the coming year. After July, 1904, all graduates of accredited High Schools must have completed 20 credits of work in English, 20 in Mathematics, 20 in His­tory, 20 in Foreign Languages, 20 in Science 5 in Music and 5 in Drawing, if they desire admission without any conditions into the advanced course. According to a regulation of the Board of Higher Education, students who are entitled to graduate this next year will be graduated from the old courses of study, but all others must satisfy the new courses of study for graduation. It is also recommended by the board that stu­dents be given opportunity to complete their work for certificate or diploma at the close of each quarter during the school year. The grad­uate course for students who are graduates of colleges or universities or other State Nor­mal Schools has been made elective from the regular work of the school. It has also been provided that each Normal School shall con­duct review classes in the common branches for those who are unable to take a regular course, but desire to secure some Normal School train­ing for the work of teaching. Other minor changes have also been made but due announce­ment of these will be made through the annual catalogue which will be ready for distribution during the next few weeks. * ^ i M s ^ ! ' ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [20] ---------- Che normal messenger Published Monthly By the Students of THE STATE NORMAL SCHOOL WHATCOM, WASHINGTON P.' D*. EASON,^05 '°3} BUSINESS MANAGERS. EDITORIAL STAFF F. W. RHOADES, '03 Editor-in-Chief BELLE WILLIAMS, '03, Parthenon/ T , w « .~ GERTRUDE SMITH, '03, Utopian... j Literary MARY PATRIC, '0? Y. W. C. A ) T „ - ABBIE LYNN,'04, Soronian j Locals ETHEL EVERETT, '04, Aurora, Alumni PEARL PEIME, '05, Chilic. Exchanges F. D. EASON, '05, Philomathean Athletics MINNIE SHUMWAY, '04, Alcott School Notes ETHEL WORTHEN, '03, Kulshan Miscellaneous EARL S. MORRIS, '03, Parthenon Staff Artist TERMS—FIFTY CENTS A YEAR Address all communications to the Editor-in-chief, Whatcom, Wash. Issued the fifteenth of every month. All copy must be in the hands of the editor-in-chief on or before the ninth of the month. Entered December 21, 1902, at Whatcom, Washington, as second-class matter, under Act of Congress of March 3,1879. VOL IV JUNE 1903 NO. 8 Could there have been a more beautiful com­mencement week ? The MESSENGER wishes the students a very happy and invigorating vacation. May you all return in September renewed and strengthened for 1903-4. To the graduates it extends hearty congratulations together with the sincere desire that success may crown your efforts in your future undertakings as it has in your past. The reigning spirit at the Normal through­out commencement week was in harmony with the weather. The weather caught the spirit of good will and sun-shine that emanated from the hearts of all. The moon by night vied with the sun of day in adding to the splendors of the week. All nature joined with relatives and friends to send forth the class of 1903 of the Whatcom State Normal School into their fu­ture field under the most favorable auspices. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Plate [e] ---------- VIEWS OF THE AUDITORIUM. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [21] ---------- This issue closes the first year of the NOR­MAL MESSENGER'S existence as a monthly magazine. Its readers may differ as to wheth­er it has been a success or not as a literary school-journal. The editors have at least worked diligently to make it so. We are very thankful for the support that is has received at the hands of the student body. A large subscription list is necessary to make it a paying advertising me­dium. Advertisers are necessary to make it a financial success. Students should become ac­quainted with our advertisers and do their trad­ing with them if possible. Let hem know you are students of the Normal School and that you have seen their advertisements in the MES­SENGER. New managers and a new staff will have charge of the work next year. We be­speak for them your cordial support as we have gratefully received it from your hands during the year that has just closed. L o c a l s Myrtle Alexander visited the Normal recent­ly- Miss Bussard of Lynden is spending a few days with her cousin, Miss Worthen. The Junior class gave a class party at the home of Lulu Simmons May 22. Len Miller and Thomas Slattery, both for­mer students of the Normal, visited the school May 21. Miss Etta Monty was called home about three weeks ago by the sickness and death of her lit­tle sister. The Training School exhibit which was held Frid. P. M. June 5 was a decided success. The work done by the pupils made a very fine dis­play. The work was arranged artistically and many pleasant remarks were made about the work by those who looked it over. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [22] ---------- Mr. McGinnis, the newly elected superin­tendent of the Whatcom city schools, visited the Normal May 26. The Senior class picture is a very good one. We hope to see a group picture of the faculty in the near future. Miss Katherine Anderson's mother and Miss­es Doubler's and Blanchard's sisters are spend­ing commencement week with them. The "Alcotts" took a trip to Anacortes and gave an entertainment there for the benefit of one of the churches. They reported a fine time. The election of the senate resulted in the fol­lowing officers for the coming year: President, Grace Auld; Vice Pres., Ethel Everett; Sec, Isabel McRae; Treas. Homer Musser; Serg. at Arms, Guy Dunning. A good many of the students and a number of the faculty went to Everett and Seattle to see the President. On May 27 Miss Myers and Dr. Bowman gave talks on their trip and their impressions of the President and his address. On May 25, Prof. Epley was greeted with prolonged applause when he appeared in gen­eral assembly, and that, with Professor's gen­ial and happy smile announced to the school that a little son had arrived at the Epley home. Dr. Willett's lecture on "Sunshine" was en­joyed by all who heard it and some say it was the best number on the lecture course. It cer­tainly was very good. It was especially enjoya­ble as Dr. Willetts seemed to be a living exam­ple of his doctrine. On the evening of May 30, Misses Norris, Glineburg, Walters, Anderson and Wallace ten­dered a very pleasing reception to the other in-uates of Bachelor's Hall. They were delight­fully entertained with music and games, then were taken into a room where a most inviting table was spread. Among the many good things were ice cream and nut-cake. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [23] ---------- The Cecilian club concert and Junior Recit­al under the direction of Miss Coleman and Miss Hays occurred June 5. The work was well rendered and shows what the school is able to do. Mr. Arthur Alexander assisted the Ce­cilian club. The work in the scenes from Ham­let was very good indeed. Rev. Chetham entertained the Senior class at the Rectory May 28 and all enjoyed them­selves. Mr. Chetham wanted to become ac­quainted with the class before delivering the Baccalaureate address. All report a delightful evening at the rectory. Miss Biggs and Miss Williams assisted Rev. Chetham in receiving the guests. Miss Bratton leaves on Commencement Day for a trip through Europe during the summer. She expects to spend some time in Germany and to visit Paris and Rome. We wish Miss Bratton a safe and profitable as well as an en­joyable trip, for she deserves it. Every girl who teaches in the intermediate department goes out strengthened, helped, and inspired by her work and help. Supt. Cooper of Seattle addressed the school May 19 on the subject "What is it that makes the difference in the work of men and women." Mr. Cooper also addressed the Senior class dur­ing School Supervision on the subject, "The teacher and her relation to the authorities." He gave the students some very helpful suggestions. Miss Sawyer, supervisor of the schools in Seat­tle, also visited the Normal with Mr. Cooper. And still another good time by the Seniors was the afternoon spent at the home of Olive Edens. The class went out with the idea of practicing the class play, but after drinking some of Olive's banana sherbert and eating five kinds of cake they became confused as to the parts they were to take in the play, and had it not been for Miss Myers they might still have been confused but as it was they came out beau­tifully in the practice. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [24] ---------- Another outing enjoyed by the class was June 3. Dr. and Mrs. Mathes and Mass Myers in­vited the class to an outdoor luncheon near the stone quarry. And to see those Seniors roast bacon on a stick over a slow fire was a sight for "ye gods of Olympus." Prof. Wilson, Dr. Bow* man, Prof. Romine, Miss Montgomery and Miss Cooper assisted in the entertainment, feed­ing the Seniors on baked beans, pickles, cake, coffee, bananas, sandwiches and the other good things to eat. All pronounced the outing a "jolly lark" and Dr. and Mrs. Mathes and Miss Myers the best of host and hostesses. Dr. Mathes spent some time during the early part of May in working on the State Course of Study for Normal schools. As it is now ar ranged the requirements for admission are raised, some changes have been made in the first three years as to the arrangement of the work required and the requirements for entrance to the Junior year are definite. Certain subjects are required and students from High Schools must have these subjects or make them up be­fore completing the course. These changes will be fully explained in the new catalogue. By having this arranged in this way the work of the three Normal schools is uniform. The Senior class have had a number of de­lightful outings during the past few weeks. First was the trip to the home of Margaret Schneider and the good time can better be im­agined than described. Every one enjoyed him­self from the time Josephine Snyder thought she was too young to pay car-fare to the time the "dignified Seniors" played "Black man" and "Pig in the parlor." The lunch was de­licious ;—ever since, the girls have been talking about "Those cream puffs." Two worthy and kind Juniors waited on the class in a royal man­ner and the memory of those Juniors—Flor­ence Banks and Elsa Schneider—and the good time, will remain fresh in the memory of the Senior class, ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Plate [f] ---------- LIBRARY BP it!* 1 1 » ' - '' ™L L**. ^ilSS /¥' A 1 ill i JpEaP pip n^* MUSEUM ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [25] ---------- IN MEMORIAM Miss Emma Wright died at Whatcom, May 30, after an illness of less than two weeks. Miss Wright was a native of Washington, and most of her life was passed near her birth­place, Olympia, where she was a student in the city schools and also at the Olympic university. After two years spent in teaching she entered the Whatcom Normal School in the fall of 1901 and during her stay here her kind and gentle nature won the regard and friendship of her teachers and fellow-students, whose sympathy now goes out to her sorrowing family. Her's was one of those quiet, unpretentious characters which suffering and disappointment seem to sweeten rather than embitter, and whoso gentle influence lingers on, when they are gone, like the long sweet twilight that follows a calm summer da v. Pacific Coast Conference About four hundred miles from Santa Cruz is a beautiful little summer resort situated on Monterey Bay. The hotel is so near the bay that the rolling waves almost dash against the veranda steps. A short distance to the north the Soquel river flows into the bay. It is only a small stream yet it adds much to the beauty of the place. Very close to the southern wing of the hotel is the cliff, at the top of which is a path extending between rows of Eucalyptus and pine trees. If one walks along the beach at the foot of the cliff, he notices in the almost perpendicular wall, layers of shells, something less than a foot wide, three or four feet apart, showing that at one time the beach was several feet higher than at present. In this picturesque place the Young Women's Christian Association conference has been held for the past three summers. It would seem im­possible to find a more fitting place to hold our conference. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [26] ---------- This year about two hundred and fifty dele­gates attended from the coast states and Mon­tana, Idaho and Nevada. The morning hours of each day were taken up with addresses and Bible study classes. Miss Harriet Taylor, the national secretary of the City association work presided. Eev. J. Wilber Chapman, D. D. of New York gave three eloquent sermons. Mrs. John R. Mott of Montclair, New Jersey, gave seven addresses. The first was on her travels through the Holy Land, the others, on "Child Life in the Orient," and "the Evolution of Wo­manhood in non-Christian Lands." I believe that Mrs. Mott was an inspiration to all who heard her for she was a noble type of woman­hood and what she said of the sad conditions in these sin-darkened lands was doubly emphasized by the great sympathy she felt for these sisters living without hope, without love. Dr. Brown of Vanderbilt University, Tenn., and Mr. Weld of Los Angeles, conducted the Bible study class­es. Mr. Hugh, the national secretary of the Volunteer movement of the Young Men's Chris­tian Association led the missionary conferences. Miss Bertha Conde, the national student secre­tary led the meetings on Personal Work. Among the missionaries present were Miss Mary B. Hill, the general secretary of the association in Madras, India, and Miss Watson from Egypt. Miss Reynolds, the World's Secretary, was pres­ent during the last days of the conference. The one great theme of the conference was Foreign Missions. The vital relation of the missionary spirit with the Christian life was emphasized on Christ's last commandment, "Go ye, therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost." Mr. Rugh said that about six per cent of all the young women in the schools of our country must go as missionar­ies before the evangelization of the world, as Christ commanded. Reasons for taking up mis­sion study in our schools were given and how to meet difficulties in the way of the study was discussed. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Plate [g] ---------- ART ROOM A RECITATION ROOM ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [27] ---------- College day exercises were held the last Sat­urday afternoon in Beulah-Glen, a pleasant grove not far from the hotel. College spirit ran high and the program was quite similar to class-day exercises. The farewell meeting which oc­curred after the banquet Monday evening was a fitting close of this ten day conference, which will surely be the source of better and more con­secrated work next year by the associations in all the schools representew there. VlNNIE K. WlNCHELL COMMENCMENT WEEK Training School Exhibit The exercises of commencement week opened June 5, by an exhibition of the work done dur­ing the year by the pupils of the training school.. From 2 to 5 in the afternoon a large number of patrons, teachers and friends viewed the ex­hibit which was very artistically arranged and reflected much credit upon the Normal training school and those who have it in charge. Spon­taneous expressions of sheer astonishment were heard frequently as the visitors viewed the splendid work done by the pupils in the differ­ent grades. Space forbids the detailed account that the exhibit merits, but those who saw it will long sing the praises of the Training De­partment of the Whatcom State Normal School. Cecilian Club and Junior Recital In the Normal auditorium, Friday evening June 5, at 8:30 o'clock occurred the regular an­nual concert given by the Cecilian club, under the direction of Miss Avanelle Eloise Coleman. Mr. Arthur Alexander of Seattle assisted in the musical entertainment. The beautiful blending of the more than fifty voices in the club could not have been accomplished without much patient and exceptionally skillful work. Miss Coleman deserves much praise for the efficient work done with the Cecilian Club dur­ing the past year. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [28] ---------- At the close of the concert the Junior class under the direction of Miss Frances Hays, pre­sented three scenes from "Hamlet" which ex­hibited splendid talent. The original costumes hired for the occasion added greatly to the pleasing effect of the play. Miss Minnie Shumway as Polonius, and Miss Isabel McRae as Ophelia deserve special mention for the ef­fective manner in which they presented their respective parts. The evening's entertainment was character­ized by its high-standardness from beginning to end, and those composing the large audience in attendance went away feeling better and no­bler for having been present. Following is the program as rendered: PART I. I. "Carmena Waltz Song" - - - H. Lane Wilson CECILIAN CLUB II. ROMANCE—"Ah! Moon of My Delight" - - - from "In a Persian Garden" - - Liza Lehmann MR. ARTHUR ALEXANDER III. "Shoggy Shoo" Paul Ambrose CECILIAN CLUB IV. GERMAN GROUP Schumann (a) Widmung (b) Dein Augesicht (c) Ich grolle nicht MR. ARTHUR ALEXANDER V. "Spring Song" Mendelssohn CECILIAN CLUB VI. FRENCH GROUP (a) Serenade from "Le Roi d'ys" - - Lalo (b) Dream Song from "Nanon" - Massenet (c) "Denain" Tosti MR. ARTHUR ALEXANDER VII. (a) "Violets" Ellen Wright (b) Goodnight Franz Abt CECILIAN CLUB PART I I. S c e n e s from H a m l et ACT I, SCENE V. Hamlet Grace Richendrfer Ghost John Gordon March An apparition has appeared for two nights to the awe stricken watchmen. At their solicitation Hamlet watches with them on the third night and there holds converse with the apparation which proves to be the ghost of his father, the murdered King of Denmark. Vocal Solo ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [29] ---------- ACT II, SCENE II. King Frederick David Bason Queen - - - Jessie Zoe Shockey Polonius - Minnie Jeannette Shumway Hamlet Ella Knoff Barbo As a result of the oath Hamlet has taken, his life is completely changed. His intellectual ambitions, his love for the beautiful Ophelia,—all his old interests are sternly renounced. His altered oppearance and manner have resulted in a general belief that he is insane. Pol­onius, the old lord chamberlain, conceited, meddlesome, gives his opinion of the cause of Hamlet's madnesss, to the King and Queen. Piano Solo—"The Butterfly" Greig NELLIE SWEENEY SCENE IV., SCENE II. King Selma Violet Gleineburg Queen Eleanor Preston Ophelia - - - Mary Isabel McRae Laertes Jessie Isabel Havens Horatio - - Florence Estella Banks Hamlet, while in a heated conference with his mother hears a noise behind the hangings, and concluding that the king is spying he stabs and kills—not the king—but Polonius, Ophelia's father. The death of her father together with Hamlet's strangely altered treatment of has resulted in her insanity. Note—Because of sickness in her home, Miss Ella Barbo was unable to be present. Her part was rendered by Miss Frances Hays. Baccalaureate Sermon At 3 p. m. Sunday June 7, the Baccalaureate sermon was delivered by Rev. A. W. Cheatham of the Episcopal church of Whatcom. The ser­mon was replete with good wholesome advice and a plea for the reception of an evoluted, up to date, broad religion not narrowed or hedged in by antiquated creeds; a twentieth century religion; a religion permeated with the spirit of the day; a true religion. The sermon was well received and elicited much favorable comment. Its key-note was contained in the Greek word ephatha the Eng­lish of which is "opening out." Final Contest of Literary Societies The final contests held Monday evening June 8, in the Normal auditorium were a credit to the work done by the various societies of the Normal school in the literary line. It was with pleasure that those interested in the wellfare and advancement of our school along all lines, ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [30] ---------- and who have witnessed the contests held in the past, saw the standard in debate, oratory, and declamation obviously and materially raised at this contest. The following was the order in which the program was given: Vocal Solo Gertrude M. -Smith Debate: Resolved that the government should own and control the railroads. Affirmative. JOSIE LITTLE Aurora ADA MYERS Kulshan Negative. MAY WILLIAMS Alcott GRACE AULD Chilic Piano Duet . . . .MISSES SCHNEIDER AND REAR Declamation. "Sentimental Tommy" FLORA CURRY., Aurora "The Ninety and Nine" MARGARET HODDER, Chilic Violin Solo Miss PALMQUIST Oration. One of the Cities' Problems MAE KNOX, Utopian Booker T. Washington HJALMASTENVIG, Aurora Piano Duet MISSES COX AND GOOCH The judges on the debate were Mr. Higgin-son, W. H. Wynn, Jr., and Prof. L. P . Bennett, of Custer. They decided in favor of Miss Grace Auld for first place in debate and Miss May Williams for second place. They decided the question unanimously in favor of the negative. The judges in the declamatory contest were, Mrs. Benson, Mrs. W. H. Milne and Miss Marie Phillips. They rendered their decision in favor of Miss Flora Curry. Dr. D. E. Biggs and Attorneys Virgil Per inger and C. H. Hurlbut judged the oratorical contest bestowing the honor of first place upon Miss Mae Knox. Class Day Exercises The Seniors, instead of the old time-worn class day exercises, upon Tuesday evening ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Plate [h] ---------- CLASS ROOMS IN TRAINING SCHOOL ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [32] ---------- Class Gods of Whatcom Normal HERCULES, Task, Normal Campus. EARL MORRIS MARS .. . . . . . . . . A L I C E CARMAN NEPTUNE JOSEPHINE SNYDER APPOLLO, LOU DOBLEH HEBE, Messenger, MINERVA PETTIT PLUTO, Patron God of Ellensburg Normal MINNIE SAPP PANDORA, Patron Goddess of Cheney MARGARET SCHNEIDER MINERVA, Patron Goddess of Whatcom and of the Seniors BERTHA ROSS f VULCAN, God of the Juniors BEN HOVIES ECHO, Goddess of cd years E F F I E BATES CUPID, Goddess of Sopomores . . . . GERTRUDE SMITH BACCHUS, Goddess of Freshmen .. FRANCES COPELAND THE THREE FATES, CONTROLLING FACULTY EVELYN JONES, CELIA JACOBS, ELLA RUCKS JUNO, Queen of the Gods, EMMA GRUBEB AND SUITE. IRIS, Queen's Attendant MAE KNOX DIANA, Goddess of Athletics, BELLE WILLIAMS VENUS, Goddess of Beauty, IDA IVERSON CERES, Goddess of Refreshments . . . . . . . . . . . .MARGUERITE FLEMING .AURORA, Goddess of Illumination, .. .. IRENE SMITH NIOBE, Weeping for Fourteen Children, .. ETHEL HUNT LATONA, AND T W I N S . . . .MRS. ANNA TEMPLE ALICE CLARK, LILLY. CARTER Shade of the GREEKS L. A. JONES Shade of Homer, MARY PATRIC Supervisor of Training School.. OLIVE EDENS Muse of Music . . gt; . . . . . . BERTHA BRECKINFELD Ethel Nelson, Statira Biggs, Lucy Vestal, Mary Patric, Ella Rucks, Chorus I Effie Rear, Minnie Sapp, Gertie I Smith, Ida Pillman, Olive McGin-l, nis, Hjalma Steuvig, Effie Bates. Mortals ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [31] ---------- June 9, presented a novel and unique class play to a very large audience of relatives and friends in the Normal Auditorium. It was received with round after round of applause during the whole presentation which lasted about two hours, and in that time the Seniors, now beyond harboring against the faculty during their restraint, settled many a score they had been school-day subjection. JSTot a member of the faculty escaped from being hit. The play was presented in four acts, the gods and goddesses being appropriately costumed to represent their respective parts. The stage was beautifully decorated to represent a sylvan scene on Mt. Olympus. One of the prettiest and most, tak­ing features of the play was the decorated drill given by the chorus girls at the close of the first act. The conception of the play originated most largely in the minds of the class president and secretary Misses Emma K. Gruber and Belle Williams, although each member wrote the words of his individual part. Its successful consummation was due to the untiring energy of Miss Gruber who worked unremittingly for its presentation in spite of unfavorable circumstances and- much adverse criticism. The class critic, Miss Mittie U. My­ers, also, by her kind criticism and encourage­ment, aided in securing the creditable presen­tation. The credit for the part taken by the drill girls belongs to Miss Ethel Nelson who had charge of that department of the play. Miss Avanelle Coleman assisted with suggestions. At the close of the play Miss Gruber in be­half of the Senior class presented the societies of the school a beautiful and substantial desk-set of six pieces to be used in the Society Hall, the gift of the Senior class of 1903. Following is the cast of characters and syn­opsis : CAST OF CHARACTERS. JUPITEK, Father of the Gods, FOKDYCE W, RHOAJ3ES; AND SUITK. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [32] ---------- Class Gods of Whatcom Normal HERCUJ.ES, Task, Normal Campus. EARL MORRIS MARS .. . . . . . . . . A L I C E CARMAN NEPTUNE JOSEPHINE SNYDER APPOLLO, LOU DOBLER HEBE, Messenger, MINERVA PETTIT PLUTO, Patron God of Ellensburg Normal MINNIE SAPP PANDORA, Patron Goddess of Cheney MARGARET SCHNEIDER MINERVA, Patron Goddess of Whatcom and of the Seniors BERTHA ROSS f VULCAN, God of the Juniors BEN HOVIES ECHO, Goddess of cd years E F F I E BATES CUPID, Goddess of Sopomores . . . . GERTRUDE SMITH BACCHUS, Goddess of Freshmen .. FRANCES COPELAND THE THREE FATES, CONTROLLING FACULTY EVELYN JONES, CELIA JACOBS, ELLA RUCKS JUNO, Queen of the Gods, EMMA GBUBEB AND SUITE. I R I S , Queen's Attendant MAE KNOX DIANA, Goddess of Athletics, BELLE WILLIAMS VENUS, Goddess of Beauty, . . . . IDA IVERSON CERES, Goddess of Befreshments . . . . . . . . . . . . MARGUERITE FLEMING AURORA, Goddess of Illumination, .. .. IRENE SMITH NIOBE, Weeping for Fourteen Children, .. ETHEL HUNT LATONA, AND TWINS . . . . MRS. ANNA TEMPLE ALICE CLARK, LILLY CARTER Shade of the GREEKS L. A. JONES Shade of Homer,.... MARY PATRIC Supervisor of Training School.. OLIVE EDENS Muse of Music . . , . . . , . . BERTHA BRECKINFELD r Ethel Nelson, Statira Biggs, Lucy Vestal, Mary Patric, Ella Rucks, Chorus lt; Effie Rear, Minnie Sapp, Gertie Smith, Ida Pillman, Olive McGin- „ nis, Hjalraa Stenvig, Effie Bates. Mortals • gt; ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Plate [i] ---------- OFFICES OF SUPERVISOR OF TRAINING SCHOOL. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [33] ---------- SYNOPSIS ACT I. SCENE—OLYMPUS. TIME SEPT., 1902 Normal Schools. "Pilgrims Chorus." Council of Gods. Reports and instructions for new school year. Jupiter interested in Normal Girls, decides to visit Whatcom without Ju­no. "Vow Secrecy." Chorus. ACT II. Next Morning. Jupiter and the Supervisor. Juno Eavesdrop­ping. "Behold a Statue." Complications. Complaints. Departure of Jupiter and Ju­no's Revenge. ACT III. SCENE—Whatcom Normal. Senior Class neeting. Election. Two new students. Juno and Jupit­er in disguise. Committee meeting. "In­deed." Recognition. ACT IV. SCENE—OLYMPUS. Gossip among the Gods. "Once a Week." Ju­piter and Juno's Return. Council. Junior-Senior Banquet The most elaborate and not the least enjoya­ble function of commencement week was the banquet tendered by the Juniors to the Seniors, Faculty, and members of the Board of Trustees, at the Sehome hotel Wednesday evening June 10, at ten o'clock. It was a very commendable affair of highest rank and reflected much credit upon the Junior class. The dining"parlor of the hotel was beautifully decorated for the occasion the colors of the two classes predominating. More than five hundred roses were used in the decorations and the tables were set to accommodate one-hundred twenty-five guests. At the close of the bountiful repast consisting of seven courses, a series of delightful toasts appropriate to the oc­casion, closed the evening's entertainment. The program follows: ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Plate [j] ---------- A n^ ppw SlfcsC:-- -^^^^^^^^^1 ^^^^Hlife' ^^^^5 I O H M • I £ • • I MAIN CORRIDOR-2J5 FEET LONG. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [35] ---------- the stage were sitting the Honorable Board of Trustees, Kev. J. W. Frescoln, Dr. E. T. Mathes, and Congressman Wesley Jones. The exercises began with a well rendered se­lection by Warren's orchestra of Whatcom, which was seated in the balcony. This was fol­lowed by Cowen's "Bridal Chorus" sung by the students. After the invocation by Rev. J. W. Frescoln Miss Aavanelle Coleman sang a solo more beau­tifully than we had ever heard her sing before. At the close of the solo Dr. Mathes intro­duced one of Washington's greatest orators, Congressman W. L. Jones, who delivered a masterful and practical address to the Seniors. He seemed to be at his best and his remarks were welcomed with repeated applause. Following this address of the day Dr. Mathes addressed the Seniors in a farewell heart to heart talk thanking them for the cordial rela­tions they have always held with the school, and assuring them that wherever they go they will always have the hearty good-will of each and every member of the faculty, and that should any Senior at any time desire a good word spoken in his behalf, the latch-string of the Normal School will always be found hang­ing on the outside. He then presented the Sen­iors with their diplomas. After the presentation of the diplomas the School sang "Rest" by Rubinstein, and the ex­ercises closed with the benediction given by Rev. Frescoln. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [36] ---------- THE PICNIC Once a crowd of merry youngsters, Students at the Whatcom Normal, First and second years, they all were— Started out to have a picnic; Started to old Lake Whatcom Seven-thirty in the morning, Puffing, panting, rushing, all were As they caught the car so early; But they reached the lake, all huffy, Climbed aboard the little steamer, Gave one rousing cheer and started. Clear the lake was as a mirror, As they sped across its waters; And the mountains, grand and stately, Seemed inverted in the water As they stood like watchful sentinels Guarding the little steamer. Then upon the deck they scrambled, Filled the air with merry laughter, Filled it with their songs and class yells; Till the hills rang with the echo. When at last they reached Blue Canyon, High upon the hills they mounted Where the tunnel of the coal mine Opened out into the daylight. Then with help of Mr. Richmond. Far into the mine they followed, Followed till it got much warmer, Warmer than a day in August When the sun is in the heavens. Then they turned their footsteps backward, Backward from the heat and darkness, Out into the light and freedom, Out where pure air was in plenty, Out with love and beauty dwelling. Then, down by the lake's clear water, Gathered there to eat their dinner; Sat there in a little hollow That was fairer, almost fairer, Thwj the good and beautCOUf Eden, ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [37] ---------- laughingly, they ate their dinner, Some with pickles, others olives ; Ate it there in joy and laughter, Till each good thing had vanished. Then up to the wayside merchant With their pockets full of pennies Marched the young gallants in glory ; Bought a nickle's worth of candy, Candy that was striped and colored, Some was red and some was yellow, Some was given many colors » Like a rainbow in the heavens. Then they hired a little row-boat, Took the girls out on the water Which was just a little rougher Than it had been in the morning. But they laughed and cared not for it, Though the waves dashed high around them, Dashed around them like a lion Fighting hard for cherished freedom. Back up to the beach they went, Sat down where the grass was growing ; Sat down where the shade was o'er them ; Sat down and told strange, comic stories, Sang sweet songs of Normal praises, Then recited bright selections Which were given many encores. Then to change the program slightly, Make it just a bit more jolly, One good boy gave fancy dances, Jigs that beat the whole creation; Jigs that brought a mighty shout down For all liked to see the jigging. Liked to see the fancy jigging Given by the jigger, Dunning. Soon they heard the steamer's whistle, Heard the "Elsinore's" shrill whistle, Knew that they must start for Whatcom ; Leave the old Blue Canyon shore line. Soon the little steamer landed And they climbed aboard all happy, Left the candy store behind them, Left the coal mine dark and dirty ; Started on their homeward journey. As they left the shore behind them, Sweet their songs rang o'er the waters ; Rang out o'er the lake's clear waters, Echoed through the mountain's canyons. Soon at Silver Beach they landed, Sat down on the grass a moment, Took the street car—started homeward. Soon they leached the town of Whatcom, Reached the town where they [resided. Then they turned their footsteps eastward, Turned them westward, northward, southward, Till each one his home had entered. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [38] ---------- Then, Hail to the little steamer That brought them across Lake Whatcom ! Hail unto good Mr. Richmond, Superintendent at Blue Canyon ! Hail unto the red stick of candy And the boys that bought it for them ! Sing the praises of the sweet girls And their chaperon, Miss Phillips! Sing the praises now and ever For the picnic at Blue Canyon ! V. S. '07. g^e^^g^^g^^g^ geeseeeeeeeeei | J. N. Selby lt; Co. I * — — — — ^ — — — — — $ g School Supplies g I Books, Stationery | $ i jg I^ate Books — Gift Books — Best Books $ H Come and see us. S Phone Rmd 514 1244 Holly Street ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [39] ---------- OOfYWOHT, IMt, tt * MPMNHIINIlt « OO, 7 ^ BIGGEST W BEST STOCKS MEN'* and BOY*' SUITS and OVERCOATS Kw will find at The l(ed Front WhMcom'a Lr»rtf*«t Cl©tHi«r». ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [40] ---------- PIANOS Chickering ' n W «Kimball« D. S. JOHNSTON CO. W h a t c o m , W a s h . W. H. MOCK SON Morticians and Embalmers Undertaking Parlors and Chapel 1202-1206 Slade Bl'k, Elk Street Phones-Offlce, R«I ^ ^ WHATCOM, WASH. Cascade Laundry W. H. DAVIS, PROPRIETOR Fifteen years' experience. We solicit a share of your patronage, and guarantee our work to be first-class. TELEPHONE BLACK 325 Blk St. Bakery A. DUNKER, PROPRIETOR Finest place in the city to obtain Fresh Bread, Cakes and Pies of the finest quality and flavor. 28 Loaves ot Bread for $1.00. Free delivery. Phone your order. TELEPHONE BLACK 431 Branch Store, 811 West Holly. Telephone Black 181. A. Q. WICKMAN ...The Tailor... 1345 Holly Street WHATCOM, WASH, ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [41] ---------- ! I Peterson Co. I * = * On * jg Where the latest styles in Men's % * Furnishings can be found * * * | 124 E. Holly WHATCOM 1 * * GOOD ALL i THE YEAR ROUND \ FLORAL CREAM Removes Summers' Tan and Winters' Chaps alike PrlGB 25C Samnla Bottle FREE i At Do CHAMPLAIN A GRAHAM i Tho O WL PHARMAG Y \ Cor. "DOCK and HOLLY Open all Night CITY PROPERTY FARMLANDS Manuf 'g Sites Water and Rail Seeing is believing PACIFIC REALTY CO, FAIRHAVEN, WASH. H. S. NOICE FUNERAL DIRECTOR AND EMBALMER . . . O A K L A N D BLOCK... D. J. MCARTHUR, Notary Public H. D. MCARTHU D. 3. mcHrtbur $ Son Real Estate, Loan, Insurance (^Rental Ag'ts ELK STREET WHATCOM MEATS WHOLESALE AND RETAIL Fresh, Smoked and Salt TWO MARKETS NOLTE BROS. 105X But Holly Street 805 WestHolly Street Phone Red 1881 Phone Main 89 ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [42] ---------- ! Pearson Business College All branches taught as in any first-class college. Penmanship unexcelled. Day and evening ses­sions. Call or write. School Rooms 935 Elk St. Whatcom, Wash. A. L. PEARSON, PRINCIPAL Elk St. Coal and Wood Yard TRUNKEY S O N , PROPRIETORS Roslyn and Blue Canyon Coal and Dry Fir Wood deliv­ered to any part of the city. PHONE MAIN 2361 WHATCOM PACIFIC STEAM LAUNDRY ESTABLISHED 1889 FIRST-CLASS WORK GUARANTEED DDNESS ERHOLM. Props. 'Phone Main 2281 Tfyy«"f¥yfyggTTHiii^ THE GAGE-DODSON CO. Sell Standard Goods Hart, Schaffher Marx Fine Clothing, Monarch Shirts, Perrin fc Dent's Gloves, and High Grades of Men's Furnishings. Fischer Building i J U i i i i i i i i i i f i i Cor. Dock and Holly Sts. i i i m i i m i i n i i f i .1111111 l I X M T f T T l l • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • ! Che Bank of (Uhatcom W H I T E C O Transacts a General Banking and Exchange Busi­ness. Your account solicited. LIGHTHOUSE BLOCK WHATCOM ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [43] ---------- City Dental Parlors 1 $ • : | ^i « « . m. Mil o p. m. «? 0//7ce Phone Red DR. R. £. ROSS, § *,2. Jir«««,.r. HHBIBHHIaHHHHaHaHHBHBBBaaBHHBBBHIHHaaHBBBB 24 KARAT GOLD CROWN Have you a tooth badly broken down as a result of decay? We can restore g TJ^\J ^ to usefulness by CROWNING. ffl Two or more g s t r o n g solid $ teeth retained Sfil» will permit the restoration o f the DENTAL A R C H by ^ Bridge work, jjjj We make a specialty of this class of Dentistry. e Bridge WorK $5. Best Rubber Plates Aluminum Lined $10. Hi ft OUR WORK IS GUARANTEED Try Sherman's 200 page Compost* tlon book, at 25 Cents. Also, Per* forated Tablet, at 5 Cents j These never fail you. Paper Weight—Normal Building—25 Cents. SHERMAN'S Ulunro. Blake $ Raskell Always ahead on the best : : : articles of : : : Hardware, Heating, Tinning and Plumbing «£ «£ It pays to always buy the best. ---------- Normal Messenger - 1903 June - Page [44] ---------- Best Clothes for Men P e r f e c t i o n of fit, style and workman­ship equalled only by high-class eastern tail­ors, and prices no higher than * the ordinary ready-to-wear clothes. Suits and Topcoats $15 to $25 Sole agent JL ^ Gordon CeTebrated T * H a t. Souvenir fashion booklet showing styles for all occasions free atthe store or by mail C0X=0VERL0CK CO. Hannah Blk., 211 B. HollyPPPPP
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