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The TECOAN
NINETEEN HUNDRED AND TWENTY-SIX
Volume Four
Published by the Students of
EAST CAROLINA TEACHERS COLLEGE
GREENVILLE, NORTH CAROLINA
FOREWORD
WE PRESENT TO YOU THIS,
THE FOURTH VOLUME OF
THE TECOAN, SINCERELY HOPING
THAT IT WILL MEET WITH YOUR
APPROVAL. WE HAvE TRIED TO
MAKE IT A TRUE REPRESENTATION
OF OUR COLLEGE, FACULTY, AND
STUDENTS. OUR GOAL HAS NOT
BEEN ATTAINED; BUT, IF WE HAVE
NEARED IT, WE SHALL BE EXCEEDINGLY GLAD.
TO
HERBERT E. AUSTIN
our friend and teacher
we dedicate this book
ORDER OF BOOKS
Book I
The College
Book II
The Classes
Book III
Organizations and Clubs
Book IV
Statistics and Features
Book V
Potpourri
BOOK ONE
The College
The Tecoan
ROBERT H. WRIGHT
President
Page Five
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OFFICERS OF ADMINISTRATION
Robert H. Wright President
Annie V. Morton Lady Principal
Mittie R. Beaman Assistant to Lady Principal
Charles O'H. Laughinghouse Physician
Mary E. Culp Superintendent of Infirmary
Ola S. Ross Registrar
Rebecca Edmonds Secretary
Mattie Scoville Secretary
Beulah Westmoreland Secretary
J. B. Spilman Treasurer
Mrs. J. B. Spilman Assistant Treasurer
Mrs. Nannie F.Jeter Matron
Nell Keel Assistant Matron
Arley Moore Dormitory Matron
Leon R. Meadows Director of Summer Term
M. L. Wright Executive Secretary
Helen G. Gray Librarian
O. C. Holmes Chief Engineer
Wade Holmes Assistant Engineer
A. C. Fornes Superintendent of Grounds and Buildings
Mrs. F. A. Haskins Superintendent of Laundry
J. S. Williams Campus Policeman
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
A. T. Allen, Chairman Ex-Officio Raleigh, N. C.
Mrs. H. G. Connor, Jr. Wilson, N. C.
F. C. Harding Greenville, N. C.
L. W. Tucker Greenville, N. C.
F. C. Kugler Washington, N. C.
Henry C. Bridgers Tarboro, N. C.
D. S. Boykin Wilson, N. C.
J. S. Hargett Trenton, N. C.
James L. Griffin Pittsboro. N. C.
Page Six
Annie V. Morton
Lady Principal
Page Seven
THE WILSON MEMORIAL
On the campus stands a pure white pergola,
erected by the Alumnae as a perpetual reminder of
the life of service of Professor C. W. Wilson. It is
fitting that the memorial to him should be placed
on the west campus opposite his house, where from
his porch he loved to watch the girls enjoy the
campus. May this not only be a happy meeting
place for the girls, but may it keep alive the influ-
ence he exerted while at the College.
Page Eight
Not only around our infancy
Doth heaven will all its splendors lie."
Page Nine
"Lord, I do fear
Thou'st made the the world too beautiful this year.
Page Ten
"O beauty manifold, from morn till night.
Dawn's flush, moon's blaze and sunset's tender light."
Page Eleven
"Still there's a sense of blossoms yet unborn
In the sweet airs of morn."
Page Twelve
"Again rejoicing, Nature sees
Her robe assume its vernal hue."
Page Thirteen
"I rather be thy child
And pupil, in the forest wild.
Then be the queen of men elsewhere."
Page Fourteen
"Here is the place where Loveliness keeps house."
Page Fifteen
"So might I, standing on this pleasant lea,
Have glimpses that would make me less forlorn."
Page Sixteen
"The groves were God;s first temples."
Page Seventeen
"The forest is my loyal friend;
Like God it useth me."
Page Eighteen
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Page Nineteen
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FACULTY
Leon R. Meadows
English
Herbert E. Austin
Geography
Kate W. Lewis
Industrial Art
Mary Jane Alexander
Physical Education
Maude Manuell Hall
English
Mary G. Bertolet
Piano
Mamie E. Jenkins
English
Agnes L. Whiteside
Primary Education
Page Twenty
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FACULTY
A. D. Frank
History
Mrs. A. D. Frank
Home Economics
Dora E. Mead
Piano
Dorothy Chamberlain
Industrial Art
Mrs. R. L. Carr
Home Economics
J. Beecher Flanagan
History
Carl Adams
Psychology
Laura Rose
History
Page Twenty-One
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FACULTY
R. J. Slay
Science
Mary Glenn Lloyd
French
Lois V. Gorrell
Piano
R. C. Deal
French and Latin
Birdie McKinney
Mathematics
Katie King
Critic Teacher, Science
R. G. Fitzgerald
School Manaqentent
Irene Hand
Critic Teacher, English
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FACULTY
Hubert C. Haynes
Education
E. L. Henderson
Director of Practice Schools
Marjorie Hastings
Critic Teacher, Mathematic
Louise Goggin
Critic Teacher, Seventh Grade
Rachel Scarborough
Critic Teacher, History
Katherine Bradford
Critic Teacher, Seventh Grade
J. H. Rose
Supervisor of Practice
Frances Wahl
Critic Teacher, Sixth Grade
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FACULTY
Fannie McClelland
Critic Teacher, Fifth Grade
Bessie Worley
Critic Teacher, Third Grade
Bonnie Howard
Critic Teacher, Fourth Grade
Ruth Hillhouse
Critic Teachers, Second Grade
Gladys Bordeaux
Critic Teacher, Fourth Grade
Grace Hunter
Critic Teacher, Second Grade
Ruth Townsend
Critic Teacher, Third Grade
Annie Redwine
Critic Teacher, First Grade
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FACULTY
Dora E. Coates
Critic Teacher, First Grade
Alice V. Wilson
Science
Betty White
Science
Gladys Moore
Critic Teacher, Latin
Thelma Shamhart
Critic Teacher, Seventh Grade
Jennie D. Evans
Critic Teacher, First Grade
Gussie Kuykendall
Public School Music
Emma L. Hooper
English
Sallie J. Davis
History
Maria D. Garham
Mathematics
Mary Carter Tatum
Home Economics
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OFFICERS OF ADMINISTRATION
M. L. Wright
Executive Secretary
Helen G. Gray
Librarian
Mrs. J. B. Spilman
Assistant Treasurer
Ola S. Ross
Registrar
Mary E. Culp
Superintendent of Infirmary
Beulah Westmoreland
Secretary
Rebecca Edmonds
Secretary
Mrs. Nannie F. Jeter
Matron
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OFFICERS OF ADMINISTRATION
Nell Keel
Assistant Matron
Mittie R. Beaman
Assistant to Lady Principal
Annie Moore
Domitory Matron
Mattie Scoville
Secretary
J. B. Spilman
Treasurer
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THE FOOL HATH SAID-
"The fool hath said in his heart,
there is no God."
And yet-they forget
In the spring,
That the primroses pushing their
way through the sod
Tell of God.
They forget
How the sight
Of the white
Of a dogwood in bloom
Made them glad.
They seem not to know
Of the breezes which blow
The white cap of every green wave;
Of the note
In the throat
Of the wild birds that sing
In the spring.
They seem to forget
That the gold
In the hair of a child-
That the fold
In the red velvet of a rose
Is a sign.
And then, when again
Comes the strain
Of music which' mothers have sung
Do they sigh
When the old lullaby
Is begun?
Do they know Of the love
Which exists between maiden and man
Can they tell
How the touch of a baby's warm cheek
Made them think
As nothing else can?
Is it so
That they go
Through the world
Never seeing the hand
Of a Great Omnipotent Being?
Do they see
Without thinking,
The primroses pushing their way
through the sod?
And yet-
"The fool hath said in his heart,
there is no God."
-BESSIE WILLIS, '28.
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BOOK TWO
The Classes
SENIORS
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Marjorie Spivey
Sponsor of Senior Class
Colors: Scarlet and Gold Flower: Rose
Slogan: "Launched, but Not Anchored"
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Janie Jackson
President of Senior Class
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Lessie Cogdell, A. B.
Goldsboro, N. C.
Poe
Treasurer of Student Government As-
sociation, '24; Science Club, '24; Rep-
resentative of Class, '25; Phi Epsilon,
'25, '26; Chairman of Point Committee,
25; Hiking Club, '25; Business Manager
of The Tecoan, '26; Secretary of Budget
Committee of S. G. A., '26; Mathematics
Club, '26; Senior Play, '26;
Class Testatrix, '26; Class Critic, '26;
Teco Echo Reporter. '26; Proctor, '26;
President of Mathematics Club, "26.
Sallie Cheek, A. B.
Ocracoke, N. C.
Poe
Wee Gee Club, '24; Delegate to Blue
Ridge, '24; T. W. O. M. Club, '25;
Y. W. C. A. Cabinet, '25; Delegate to
S. V. Conference at Chapel Hill, '25;
Delegate to World Court Conference,
Duke University, '26; Phi Sigma, '25, '26;
President of Hyde County Club, '26:
President of Y. W. C. A., '26.
Isabella Cormartie, A. B.
Garland, N. C.
Poe
Class Sergeant-at-Arms, '23;
Vice-President of Class, '25;
Senior Play.
Kathleen Moye Dail, A. B.
LaGrange. N. C.
Lanier
Class Representative to Student
Government, '23; Chairman of Publicity
of the Y. W. C. A., '25: Vice-President
of Lenoir County Club, '26; Vice-President
of Student Government Association, '26;
Vice-President of Class, '26; President of
Lenoir County Club, '26; Phi Sigma.
Annie Dozier, A. B.
Shiloh, N. C.
Poe
President Camden County Club, '26;
President Pals Club. '26:
Chairman Arrangement Committee of Poe Society.
Annie Mae Edwards, A. B.
Greenville, N. C.
Lanier
Phi Epsilon; Class Treasurer, '24;
Pitt County Club; Senior Play.
Bruce Ellis, A. B.
Winterville, N. C.
Lanier
Secretary of Class, '25; Vice-President
La Societe Francaise, '24; Class Editor,
'25; Editor-in-Chief of THE TECOAN,
'26; Secretary of Phi Sigma, '26;
Senior Play, '26; Wittiest, '26.
Blanche Evans, A. B.
Greenville, N. C.
Poe
Basketball, '24, '25; Most Accommo-
dating in Class, '24; Most Athletic
in Class, '26.
Bruce exum, A. B.
Greenville, N. C.
Lanier
Deanie Boone Haskett, A.B.
Greenville, N. C.
Poe
Phi Epsilon; Phi Sigma; Pitt County
Club; Class Treasurer, '25; Treasurer
of Phi Sigma, '25; Editor-in-Chief
of Teco Echo, '26.
Beulah haynes, A. B.
North Wilkesboro, N. C.
Poe
Assistant to Librarian, '26.
Estelle Isles, A. B.
Thelma, N. C.
Poe
Class Secretary, '24.
Janie Jackson, A. B.
Greenville, N. C.
Poe
Class Cheer Leader, '23; Vice-President
of Class, '24; President Phi Epsilon,
'25, '26; Member of Budget Committee
of S. G. A., '26; Class President,
'26; Member of Mathematics Club, '26;
Pitt County Club, '24, '25, '26.
Maude Johnston, A. B.
Greenville, N. C.
Lanier
Class Secretary. '23; Lanier President, '25;
Member of Inter-Society Committee, '25;
Class Treasurer, '26.
Rachel Lee, A. B.
Dunn, N. C.
Poe
Cheer Leader of "C" Class, '23;
Poe Orator, '23; Y. W. C. A. Choir, '22,'26;
Treasurer of Poe Society, '24; Quartet, '24, '26;
Delegate to Student Volunteers' Conference
at Queens. '24; Carolina, '25; Meredith, '2S;
Glee Club, '25, '26; Assistant Class Cheer Leader,
'26; Teacher of Mission Study Class. '26;
Most Talkative, '26.
Mary Lowde, A. B.
Rutherford College, N. C.
Lanier
Mary Shelton McArthur, A. B.
Clinton, N. C.
Poe
Representative to Student Council, '22;
President Sophomore Class, '23;
Presidents Club, '23; President
Junior Class, '25; Assistant Editor
of Teco Echo, '26.
Musette Latney Montague, A. B.
Roxboro, N. C.
Business Manager of Athletic Asso-
ciation, '24; Reporter of Poe Society,
26; Vice-President of Phi Sigma, '26.
Bertha L. Piland, A. B.
Oak City, N. C.
Lanier
U. D. C. Scholarship, '26;
Senior Play.
Macy Siler, A. B.
Morrisville, N. C.
Poe
Phi Epsilon, '26; President Wake
County Club, '26.
Frances Ringold Smith, A. B.
Greenville, N. C.
Lanier
Business Manager of Teco Echo, 26;
President of Mathematics Club, '26;
Pitt County Club, '25, '26;
Secretary of Class, '26.
Margaret Smith, A. B.
Elizabethtown, N. C.
Lanier
Tecoan Representative, '24;
Class Secretary, '24; Secretary
of S. G. A., '25.
Elizabeth Thomas. A. B.
Pittsboro, N. C.
Poe
Class Critic, '23; Chairman of
Y. W. C. A. Choir, '24, '25;
Glee Club, '25, '26; Inter-Society
Committee, '26; Assistant Business
Manager of Teco Echo, '26;
Class Historian, '26; Senior Play.
Christine Vick, A. B.
Woodlanmd N. C.
Lanier
S. G. A. Representative, '23;
Associate Editor of THE TECOAN,
'23; Delegate to Blue Ridge, '23;
Tennis Team, '23; Class President, '24;
Y. W. Cabinet; U. R. Delegate to National
Y. W. Convention, New York; Captain Basketball
Team, '24; Y. W. President, '25; Lanier Critic,
'25; S. G. Council, '25; Delegate Baptist
Student Convention, '25; President Phi Sigma,
'25; S. G. A. President, '26; Chairman
Inter-Society Committee, '26; Chairman
Budget Committee, '26; Best All-Round,
'26; Northampton County Club.
Helen Theresa Viniarski, A.B.
Ashville, N. C.
Poe
Class Editor, '23, '24, '26;
Proctor, '23, '24; President
of C. C. Club, '24; Class
Cheer Leader, '26; Most Talented,
'26; Senior Play; Sergeant-at-Arms
of Phi Epsilon, '26; Tennis Team, '25.
Jennette Wedmore, A.B.
New Haven, Conn.
Lanier
Class Treasurer, '23; Glee Club, '23,
'24; Phi Sigma, '24, '25, '26;
President H. M. S. S. Club, '24;
Director of College Orchestra, '24;
Associate Editor of THE TECOAN, '24;
Cheer Leader, '24; President of Triple
L Club; Representative of Athletic
Association on THE TECOAN, '26;
S. G. Representative, '26;
College Violin Ensemble, '26;
Mathematics Club, 26; Tennis Team, '25.
Sudie Grace west, A. B.
Dover, N. C.
Lanier
North Carolina College for Women,
'24, '25; Mathematics club, '26.
Ruby Worthington, A. B.
Winterville, N. C.
Poe
Alumnae Editor to Teco Echo,
'26; Proctor, '26.
Juanita Worthington, A. B.
Winterville, N. C.
Poe
Proctor, '23, '25; President H. E. Club,
'25; President Pitt County Club, '25;
Phi Epsilon; Reporter of Phi Epsilon, '26.
Dorothy Taylor, A. B.
LaGrange, N. C.
Poe
St. Mary's; G. C. W.; Duke Univerity.
Ruth Lowder, A. B.
Rutherford College, N. C.
Lanier
GHOSTS OF INDIANS
Indian-footed move the mists
From the corner of the lake.
Silent, sinuous and bent;
And their trailing feathers shake.
Tremble to forgotten leapings.
While with lingerings and creepings
Down they lean again to slake
The dead thirst of parching mouths.
Lean their pale mouths in the lake.
Indian-footed move the mists
That were hiding, in the pine.
Bent upon the oval lake
In a bent and ghostly line
Lean and drink for better sleeping-
Then they turn again and- creeping
Gliding as with fur and fins-
Disappear through woods and water
On a thousand moccasins.
-Witter Bynner.
FIRE-FLOWERS
And only where the forest fires have sped
Scorching relentlessly the cool north lands.
A sweet wild flower lifts its purple head.
And, like some gentle spirit sorrow-fed.
It hides the scars with almost human hand.
And only to the heart that knows of grief,
Of desolating fire, of human pain,
There comes some purifying sweet belief,
Some fellow-feeling beautiful, if brief,
And life revives, and blossoms once again.
-TEKAHIONWAKE.
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HISTORY OF THE SENIOR CLASS
There was a class went forth every day,
The college it looked upon, that college it became,
And that college became a part of the class for a day, or a certain part of the day,
Or for many years or stretching cycles of years.
IN September, '22, we found ourselves in our new college home, the one we
were to help make, watch grow, and become a part of. When we had become
ourselves, we ceased to be teary around the lashes, we were beginning
to like our new environment-not casting away the old and assuming the new-
but keeping our sincere thoughts of home and finding a place for a new love of
our Alma Mater. While we were thus adapting ourselves, we organized our class
of twenty-two members with Miriam Shamhart as president. Thus we pursued
our duties, but created no undue excitement until May Day; we were then trans-
posed into dancers for the May Queen. Perhaps we were not as "light as feathers"
nor "as graceful as lilies." but we received our compliments graciously
and celebrated ourselves.
In September, '23, we returned much improved intellectually from what we
were the year before. After welcoming the meek and initiating the pert Freshmen,
we began to rise to supremacy, knowing that we were being feared and
most of all, knowing that our instructions were being obeyed. After having
started off the Freshmen in the way they should go, we began to proceed with
our year's work with Christine Vick as class president. This year our class had
nineteen members. We were not unlike the general run of Sophomores, but in
the spring "with nameless pathos in the air" we began to repent; began to wonder,
began to look back upon the deeds of the past year. Each of the class wondered
"How shall I this habit break?
As you did the habit make.
As you gathered, you must lose,
As you yielded, now refuse."
So it was that such deep thought and good philosophy insisted that we give
the much abused and knocked about Freshman class a picnic. We had fun
galore, and from that day the class of '27 has been our friend. A few weeks
later, after having done such a good deed, we turned ourselves into roses
and danced for the May Queen.
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After having reformed in the spring, we returned in September, '24, as very
understanding, forgiving Juniors. This year, Mary Shelton McArthur was president
of our class of twenty-two members. We received the disappointment of
our lives because we were unable to give a Junior play, but as luck would have
it, we were given a chance to show off our talents in another way- in other
words, we gave a minstrel. We probably would not have looked well as chorus
girls in the operetta we wanted to present, but we made a hefty looking bunch of
Alabama Coon Jiggers. Had we not been so anxious to become school teachers
we probably would have been able to wipe Al G. Fields off the map.
Lo, and our dream has coem true. we are at last Seniors! However, we
do not notice any great change in ourselves; sophistication must have been
assumed gradually. We have transformed ourselves from giddy school girls to
efificient, sober-minded student teachers. We were able to stage Clyde Fitch's
"The Truth" and received praise far and wide as a result of its success.
-Elizabeth Thomas.
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LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT OF THE SENIOR CLASS
JUST as a great ship sets sail with her passenger and cargo for some port,
so that Class of '26 unfurled their banners of Scarlet and Gold and
embarked the great ships of "Adventure." Our compass, "Launched, but not
Anchored," had assured the party of pleasant and successful journey. But,
at last, the happy band reluctantly landed at the destined port of "Graduation" and
now it becomes our duty to distribute our cargo of valuables to those who have
been waiting our arrival. To the following persons whom we honor with the
task of safeguarding our cherished possessions we gratefully bequeath our simple
directions of lending our personal property to any succeeding individual or group
who may seek aid from the trials and experiences of the Class of '26.
Item I
To our parents and friends, who have so gladly given their best to sponsor
our educational career at East Carolina Teachers College we fondly dedicate
our best records which we have attained and trust that our love may ever hold its
rightful place in their hearts and memories.
Item II
To our Alma Mater we affectionately bequeath our loyalty and devoted
services toward the development of her high ideals and the preservation of her
noble standards.
Item III
We bestow our unbounding love and appreciation upon President Wright,
the captain of our crew, for his many deeds of kindness in our behalf.
Item IV
To Miss Morton we affectionately dedicate our love and devotion for her
friendship and watchful care.
Item V
To the faculty who have so patiently traveled the long journey with us
and tenderly administered to our every need, we extend our esteem and thanks;
moreover, there are further bequests we leave for individual keeping.
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1. To Mr. Austin we reluctantly leave two portraits of our likeness to be
used for future reference.
2. To Mr. Flanagan we bequeath a helpmate, the said will to be executed
as soon as he has made his choice of our number.
3. To Miss Alexander we donate a sufficient quantity of black hose to supply
the practice teachers who are in dire need of hose and time.
4. To Miss Hooper and Miss Hall we bequeath our love and gratitude for
their untiring efforts in helping to make "The Truth" a success.
5. To Mr. Frank we leave numerous maps and several editions of the World
Almanac. These to be used by his history practice teachers.
6. To Mr. M. L. Wright and Miss McKinney we leave an appropriation schedule
to be used by the budget committee as an aid in appropriating the student fund.
Item VI
To the student body we say, "Defend our bsnners of purple and gold and
be ready 'To serve on time, every time'."
Item VII
To the Juniors we graciously submit our privileges of practice teaching
accompanied by the many criticisms that made life worth living. As an aftermath
for practice teaching we bequeath the many happy hours that may be spent in
chaperoning underclassmen.
Item VIII
To the Sophomores we set aside our dignity and all understanding of the
parallel reading they may be assigned in English. Moreover it is our desire for
them to thoroughly master and memorize all the rules of etiquette before they
appear at the many social functions to be given in their honor.
Item IX
To the Freshmen we leave hopes of a better day and advise them to
fully administer their duties as proctors for "if you are faithful in the
little things you will become masters in the big things."
Item X
To the "C" class we leave the glad tidings that there is a mate for every
person (although Greenville is unable to supply the demand), and, if they will
accept the charm and grace which we bestow upon them, each will meet him ere
it is too late.
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Christine vick wills her executive ability and good will to the next
Student Government President.
2. Bruce ellis dedicates her wit and innocence to any E. C. T. C. student
who feels capable of assuming the responsibility of safeguarding it.
3. Frances Smith leaves a couple of Fords to the Teco Echo business manager
to aid her in getting ads.
4. Kathleen dail grants her ability to select appropriate picture for the student
body to the new vice-president.
5. Elizabeth Thomas leaves a standardized test in gammer and rhetoric for the
english practice teachers to take, in order that they may become throughly
familiar with the subjects, before they meet the high school pupils for their lesson.
6. Janie Jackson and Lessie Cogdell will their office in the science department
to the student government council, and trust that they may spen as many a
fascinating session in there as the former have spent in conversation and research.
7. Helen Viniarski leaves her ability to speak eighteen languages to Mr. Deal,
and request that he give an occasional lecture in the unknown tongue.
8. Musette Montague requests that Mary Banks be assinged to room in her
quiet study at the end of the hall, because she espects her to get inspirations from
the various conversations she overhears as the rest of the world goes by.
9. Hennette Wedmore wills her stage career as a violinist to Jean Morton.
Signed and Sealed on the eighth day of June, A. D. Nineteen Hundred and Twenty-Six,
at East Carolina Teachers' College, Greenville, N. C.
(Seal) LESSIE COGDELL
Testatrix
Witnessed by:
Janie Jackson, President,
Kathleen Dial, Vice-President,
Frances Smith, Secretary.
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Robert Greeson Fitzgerald, Jr.
Mascot of Senior Normal Class
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SENIOR NORMAL CLASS
OFFICERS
Dell Pope President
Fannie Lowe Vice-President
Pauline Moore Secretary
Frances Harmon Treasurer
Catherine Smith Sergeant-at-Arms
Julia Tyler S. G. A. Representative
Mae Martin Critic
Melba Warren Editor
Elizabeth Johnson Cheer Leader
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SENIOR NORMAL CLASS
Colors: Lavender and White Flower: Sweet Pea
Motto: "Give to the world the best you have and the best will come back to you.
POEM
We are the Class of '26,
The best we think, of all,
Who ever dared to penetrate
The depths of a college wall.
The standards we have lived up to,
Have proved the very best.
Although to gain the knowledge here
Has doubtless been a test.
The ideals of our class have been
To reach the highest goal,
To go upward and ever onward
As each enlightened the soul.
May our services be unselfish,
As our duty, we try to do,
And although we become discouraged.
We will stick 'till the job is through.
As we bid farewell to our College,
We will give to her a cheer,
We love thee, East Carolina!
May you grow greater each year.
-Blanche Fitzgerald, '26.
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BESSIE ABBOTT
South Mills, N. C.
Poe Society; Camdonian Club.
"Better to be small and shine
Than great and cast a shadow."
Bessie is quietness itself, but beneath that, one may
easily perceive her sincerity and ability in doing what she
once begins. She is one of those "best" girls who can be
depended upon at all times-no matter what should happen.
As the old saying goes, "Quality comes in small packages."
CHRISTINE ADAMS
Merry Hill, N. C.
Poe Society; Bertie County Club.
"She doeth little kindnesses
Which most leave undone or despise;
For naught that sets our heart at ease.
And giveth happiness or peace,
Is low esteemed in her eyes."
"Stine" is a rare combination of soberness and wit. She
is never found shirking her studies-especially mucis. We
feel sure that success and happiness will be her lot in the world.
EFFIE ADAMS
Morven, N. C.
Poe Society; Anson County Club, '25; Athletic Association;
Hiking Team; Track Team, '25.
"Here's to a girl with a heart and smile
That makes the bubbles of life worth smile."
JENNIE DARE AIKEN
Brevard, N. C.
Poe Society; Basketball Team, '24, '25; Poe Marshal, '26;
Assistant Editor Teco Echo, '26.
"I dreampt I was in love again with
The one before the last,
And I smiled to greet the plesant
Pain of that innocent young past."
The least that can be said of "Jent" is that she is entertaining.
You might think to hear her talk that her interest
was centered on men, bridge and dances rather than college
activities, but wait until you see her work as a marshal,
know her interest in the Teco Echo or see her report at the end
of the term. A good worker, a good sport, a good pal always is "Jent."
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CARRIE LEE ARNOLD
JONESVILLE, N. C.
Lanier Society; Marshal, '26; Chairman of World
Fellowship Committee, '26; Vice House President, '26.
"She's just that which is neatest, 'completest' and sweetest."
Neat and sweet, efficent too,
That is Carrie Lee.
A worker, no shirker, that is true;
We'll see what she'll be
And not feel dismay,
At her renown the country round,
Some day not far away.
PATTIE MAE BAGGETTE
Windsor, N. C.
Poe Society; H. C. C., '25; President Bertie County
Club, '25: Marshal, '26; H. D. D., '26.
"'Tis reported that Dan Cupid's dart,
Has punctured this fair damsel's heart,
But when we ask 'Pat'
She says, 'Look at my frat,'
Now what do you think is the meaning of that?"
"Pat" is East Carolina's most graceful girl. With her
charming personality she has won a host of friends.
A girl any sweeter would be hard to find.
FRANCES BARRINGER
Salisbury, N. C.
Poe Society.
"It's the songs you sing and the smiles you wear
That's making the sunshine everywhere."
Frances works while she works, and plays while she plays.
This, with her charming disposition, probably accounts to
her success in everything she attempts. Our best wishes go
with her always.
URSULA SINGLETON BATEMAN
Columbia, N. C.
Poe Society; Krammers Club, '26; Athletic Association.
"The men-O Heaven bless them, I can't;
I'll be happy, I'll be free, but I'll be sad for nobody."
"Song-bird" and "heart smasher"-that's Ursula. As a
mischief maker she is a wonder. Her victories in this field
are only surpassed by the number of "shieks" she has tamed.
She is ambitious, unselfish, modest and unassuming. By her
high ideals and right principles she has won for herself
an abiding place in the hearts of all.
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GENEVIEVE BAUCOM
Raleigh, N. C.
Poe Society; President Johnston County Club, '25;
Clayton Club; Athletic Association; Track Team, '25;
Basketball Team, '25.
"She's sweet of disposition,
She's loving, wise and kind,
She's full of true affection,
She cannot be defined."
Such a charming and modest personality as her is as
beautiful as it is rare. Behind her sunshiny disposition,
we realize her ability to succeed in whatever she attempts.
Who could refrain from loving a person as sincere, lovable,
intelligent and true as "Links"? Why, "To know her is to love her."
JESSIE VERNON BAZEMORE
Lewistown, N. C.
Poe Society; Track Team, '24; Proctor, '24, '26;
Art Editor of THE TECOAN, '26.
"Errors like straws upon the surface flow,
He who seeks for pearls must dive below."
Jessie has instilled in her a heart of true friend.
She is always happy and ready for mischief, which can be told
by one glance at her brown eyes. Her abilities are many;
her work in art being held up as an example for the
less talented to follow.
LEATHEA LEWIS BAZEMORE
Windsor, N. C.
Poe Society; Bertie County Club, '25;
Bertie-Hertford county Club, '26.
"Kind and loyal, a friend to all,
She's always ready to answer the call;
Whether it be in sick room or class,
She's never too busy to do the task."
Leathea has the rare combination of a sunny, pleasure-loving
nature, determination and ability. Her lovable disposition
has won her many friends. Whatever she does or wherever she
goes, it will be a "lucky corner" filled by "Tip."
CHARLOTTE BEDDINGFIELD
Mill Brook, N. C.
Lanier Society
"Earth seems more sweet to live upon,
more full of love because of her."
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MERLE BELL
Rosemary, N. C.
Poe Society; More Eaters Club; Member
of D2 Club; Halifax County Club.
"For if she will, she will;
You may depend on't,
And if she won't, she won't;
And here's an end on't."
Merle is a steady and earnest worker in whatever she
undertakes; owner of her own hear, we think, and master
of her own mind. What she says she means-whether it is
seriousness, sarcasm or jest. We know that she will meet
success wherever she goes. Here's good luck to you, old girl!
MARY VERONA BEVERLY
Conetoe, N. C.
Poe Society; Treasurer of Edgecombe County Club, '26.
"You hardly know she is around,
She's is so quiet and sweet,
But when it comes to her studies
She is noticeably hard to beat."
Mary, we will long remember and love you, for your
kindly smile and helping hand has often made a heavy load
light, and we are sure that no matter what you start out to
do you will succeed, because you have the secret of success
ever with you-that of serving always in the cause of the right.
MARY LOUISE BELL
Hobgood, N. C.
Lanier Society; Lanier Debater, '25; House President, '25;
President Lanier Society; '26; Proctor; Halifax County Club;
Athletic Association; Left-Hand Club.
For tact, character and ability here's the girl. We can
truly say we are glad Louise was one of us, for her pleasant
manner, her beaming smile, and her warm friendship has
meant a lot to us.
We wonder what East Carolina will do without Louise,
for she is a leader that is sincere. Wherever she goes,
we wish her great success.
EMMA BENNETT
Warsaw, N. C.
Poe Society.
"Her happy disposition, and her pleasant smile,
Have won her friends for many a mile."
"Bennie" hails to us from Warsaw. She is the kind of
girl we all love, a good sport, a jolly pal; and a
better friend cannot be found.
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AUDREY ISABEL BIGGERS
Matthews, N. C.
Poe Society; Athletic Association.
"A light heart lives long."
Life was made for love and happiness-so I put all my
troubles in the bottom of my heart and sit on the lid
and smile.
MARY EMMA BIZZELL
Kinston, N. C.
Lanier Society; Domino Six Club;
Lenoir County Club.
"Impulsiveness though she may be,
She is true blue, as you see."
Mary Emma, we will all miss you and treasure those
precious memories of your refreshing characteristics, for you
are one girl whom we all love. May happiness, joy, and
love be yours always.
MILDRED CORNELIA BOYETTE
Kenly, N. C.
Lanier Society; Johnston county Club.
"A true friend is more precious to the soul than
all that which is inherited beneath the sun."
They say that "daisies won't tell," but if you want to
tell anything, tell Mildred. She's one of the most confident
girls on the "Hill," and is true as steel-always ready with
a winning smile to solve any problem that might confront
you. To like Mildred is to know her; knowing her, you find
her a valuable friend. She's loyal, dependable, straight-forward
in every way, always ready to laugh at a good joke and frequently
has one to offer. She's a friend worth having and we all wish her success in life.
RUTH BOWEN
Plymouth, N. C.
Poe Society; Vice-President Y. W. C. A.; Y. W. C. A.
Choir; Delegate to Y. W. C. A. Conference at Blue Ridge.
"When duty whisper low,
"Thou must,'
The youth replies
'I can'."
Ruth will never be forgotten by those who know her.
When these walls shall crumble, her ideals will stand
unequalled, unchanged.
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HETTIE MARIE BRASWELL
Enfield, N. C.
Poe Society; Halifax County Club.
"Sincerity is to speak as you think,
To do as we pretend and profess,
To perform and to make good what we promise,
And really to be what we would seem and appear to be."
Hettie will always be remembered for her great talent
and high ideals; a very helpful friend to all who know and
have seen her.
LETA BRANTLEY
Spring Hope, N. C.
Poe Society; Nash County Club; Athletic Association.
"'Still water runs deep'
May be said of this lass,
But you'll find she's not asleep
When she shines in class."
Leta is a pal worth having.
LELIA BRAGG BULLOCK
Creedmore, N. C.
Lanier Society; H. C. Club, '25; H. D. D. Club, '26;
Proctor, '25; Athletic Association.
"In her first passion woman loves her lover,
In all the others all she loves is love."
Charm-is Lelia. With the personality she so fortunately
possesses she has won many friends. Her silver voice drives
away the "blues" of those who hear her. May all happiness
in life be hers.
ORA BRIGHT
Nealsville, N. C.
Poe Society; Track Team, '24; Baseball Club, '24;
Beta Kappa, '26; Athletic Association.
"Doesn't pay to worry, things are bound to happen anyway."
"Bright's" unique wit, which she brought from the mountains,
has won her many friends. She is also a math "shark."
The lucky man will never have to worry with figures.
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ANNIE GREY BRIDGERS
Lasker, N. C.
Poe Society; Nothampton County Club.
"The mildest manners and the gentlest heart."
Annie Grey is a girl who is loved by all who know her.
She is loyal, unselfish, and ready at any time to help anyone
she can. Besides this, she is a good student. We are all
sure that the future holds much in store for her.
IOLA BRITT
Buies, N. C.
Poe Society; Robeson County Club, '25; President of
Robeson County Club, '26; L. A. C. Club, '26.
"A smile for all, a greeting glad;
A lovable, jolly way she had."
Iola is well-known because of her amiable and pleasant
disposition. She's a great friend to all, because if it's fun
you're up to, she's with you; if you're down and out, she's
the one to go to. She's a "rare good fellow,"
whether serious or gay.
GEORGIA BUFF
Poe Society; Athletic Association.
"To know Georgia is to love her."
"Sincerity is to speak as we think,
To do as we pretend and profess,
To perform and make good what we promise,
And really to be what would seem and appear to be."
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MYRA BUNCH
Edenton, N. C.
Lanier Society; Proctor.
"So with the world thy quiet ways shall be,
An endless theme of love and praise."
You can tell by Myra's dignified expression that she is a
Senior. Her amiable disposition with her unselfishness portrays
a real girl. She has made many friends among her classmates
and those who do not know her, miss a great deal.
DOVIE BURNETTE
Greenville, N. C.
Poe society.
RUTH BRYANT
Elm City, N. C.
Lanier; Proctor; Wilson County Club; Athletic Association.
"When joy and duty clash
Let duty go to smash."
Ruth is a quiet, studious, true and noble girl. She is
loved by all who come in contact with her because of her
sweet personality and kind disposition. We predict for her
successful future in whatever she undertakes.
MARY EMMA BRYAN
Pollocksville, N. C.
Lanier Society; Left-Hand Club.
"Even though vanquished, she could argue still."
Mary Emma has proved herself worthy of the confidence
reposed in her. With unswerving fidelity to each and every
trust, she has been a loyal member of the class.
What more can be said?
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SUE BRYAN
Oxford, N. C.
Poe Society; Treasurer of Granville County Club.
"Interested and true,
If she likes you
She'll stand by you."
"Sue," as she is known to us, is a serious-minded girl.
She never talks unless she has something to say and she
never fails to help those less fortunate than herself. Though
quiet, she has the knack of winning many friends, and it can
be truthfully said that those win are never lost.
MILDRED MAE BYRUM
Edenton, N. C.
Poe society.
"Neatness, simplicity, kindness combined,
With a gentle heart and open mind."
Here is a classmate we can never forget. When one
has won her friendship, she has won something really worth
while. We wish her much success in the future. Her
ambition is to weigh a hundred pounds.
MARGIE MAY CALDWELL
Dillon, S. C.
Poe Society, Member of S. C. Club. '25, '26
Proctor, '25, '26.
"A smile for all, a greeting glad,
A lovable, jolly way she had."
Margie's fun is never at any rate one else's expense and
though she'd much rather laugh than cry over anything
you'd have to go a long way before you'd find a more
sympathetic and understanding friend.
RUBY CANNON
Ayden, N. C.
Poe Society; Pitt County Club.
"Her happy disposition.
Her pleasant smile.
Have won her friends
Far many a mile."
Ruby is the very person you need when you are sad or
discouraged, for she can always speak that "word" which no
one else could ever say. She is a real "honest-to-goodness"
girl. She never pushes herself forward, but she is ready to
do her part in anything, at any time.
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HATTIE COPPEDGE
Spring Hope, N. C.
Poe Society; Proctor, '25.
"Tho' modest and shy,
She'd laugh or die."
Hattie is a girl who is always jolly and full of fun. Bubbling
over with energy and enthusiasm, finding joy in life
always, she is a loyal friend, classmate and pal. The Class
of '26 wishes her much success in the future.
MARY MOYE CARPER
Greenville, N. C.
Lanier Society; Pitt County Club.
"God made a heart of gold.
Shining, and sweet and true.
Gave it a home of fairest mold.
Blessed it, and called it you."
Her sweet charm, mingled with the grace of kindness and
love, cling to her name, whenever it is mentioned. In perfect
harmony with life's best gifts, she is attractive, sincere
and dependable, while she crowns these qualities with a
worthy dignity and poise. To play with, to cry with, to love-
always a true-blue, honest-to-goodness friend, if you know
what I mean-that's Mary Moye!
MAUDE CARTER
Waxhaw, N. C.
Lanier Society
ESTELLE CHAMBLEE
Wakefield, N. C.
Poe Society; Wake County Club; Glee Club.
"Tiny parcels are the best."
A cheerful smile and lovable personality like "Stelle's"
makes one know that she is a true pal. Serious-minded but
always ready with a jolly laugh, she has made many friends
and a good name that will live long in the memories of her classmates.
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FLORENCE CLARKE
Lake Landing, N. C.
Poe Society.
"For she is wise, if I can judge her,
And fair she is, if that mine eyes are true.
And true she is, as she hath proved herself."
The secret of being loved is in being lovely, and the
secret of being lovely is in being unselfish-that's Florence.
MAUDE CLAY
Hester, N. C.
Poe Society: Granville County Club; Class Historian.
"Still water runs deep."
Here is a quiet, sincere and energetic girl. Upon her
countenance can be read a character of honesty, sincerity,
loyalty and respect for her fellow workers. There was never
a person more loyal to this maxim, "What is worth doing
at all, is worth doing well."
Maude is to be commended upon her selection of so noble
a life work, for as a teacher she will instruct the youth of
our land in the way they should go, by setting before them
an example of one who has a noble purpose, high ideals and
reverence for the best things in life.
MARY COLSON
Mooresville, N. C.
Poe society; Iredell County Clud; Hiking Club;
Wearer of Letters, '26.
"Little in size
But so very friendly and wise."
You have often heard, "Where there's a will, there's a
way"-that's Mary. When she undertakes a thing she doesn't
stop until she has succeeded. She is dependable, ambitious
and frank in her opinion. Success awaits her in everything
she undertakes.
KATHLEEN COX
Ayden, N. C.
Lanier Society; Proctor, '25.
"The virtue of her lively looks
Excels the precious stones,
I wish to have none other books
To read or look upon."
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EULA COLLIER
Poe; More Eaters Club; Member of D2 Club;
Halifax County Club.
"Short in stature, but long in all that makes a lovable girl."
She might-but we hardly think she will-follow her
teaching profession long. However, we are wishing her
success in whatever she undertakes.
ROSA NELL COX
Raeford, N. C.
Poe Society.
"Better to be small and shine
Than to be large and cast a shadow."
If good nature and smiles were money. Rosa Nell would
soon go bankrupt; such is her great propensity for showering
both around, about, over, through and among us. We would
do her a great injustice if we did not mention her alluring
brown eyes. Well-maybe they vamped Howard. We won't
say. It is with deep regret that we say "Au Revoir" to a
girl like this, but we wish her much prosperity and a good
future in the practice of her chosen profession.
ELOISE CREDLE
New Holland, N. C.
Poe Society.
IZONA CURRIN
Oxford, N. C.
Poe Society; Granville County Club; Krammers Club, '26.
"There is a great deal of deviltry behind the mild exterior."
Gloom spreads its wings and sails to foreign realms when
"Arizona" comes smiling around. Cherishing a cordial good
will for everyone, her quick sympathy, high ideals and keen
sense of honor have made her a matchless and trustworthy
pal to all. Here's hoping "Arizona" will banish the idea of
teaching a "one-pupil" school so soon after graduation. But
she knows her own mind, and will have her own way, so who can tell?
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PAULINE CURRIN
Oxford, N. C.
Poe Society; Proctor, '25; Granville County Club.
"Laugh, and the world laughs with you.
Weep, and you weep alone."
Pauline's cheery smile and friendly manner have won her
a host of friends. Everyone who knows her loves her, for
no matter where you see her she is just a jolly good fellow.
Behid her smiling countenance is a character of
sterling worth, and a heart of purest gold. We are sure that
she will be a successful teacher, and our best wishes will
always go with her.
ANNIE LOIS DALRYMPLE
Jonesboro, N. C.
Lanier Society; Treasurer of Class, '25; Tennis Club;
Baseball Team; Athletic Association; Y. W. C. A. Choir;
Secretary of Athletic Association, '26; Chairman of Social
Service Committee, '26; President of College Presbyterian
Sunday School Class, '26; Y. W. C. A. Representative
to The Tecoan, '26.
"Nothing endures but personal qualities."
A quiet step, a smile, and then Lois. Is she reserved?
No, in this respect she keeps to a happy medium. As a
friend, she is ever loyal and sincere. As a student-well,
she has great love for the higher arts, especially letter
writing, and often in days gone by she could be seen seated near
a table in pleasant conversation (written) with an "invisible
surgeon," yet she loves only "practice teaching." Will she
make teaching her profession, or assist in medical research
work? Who will decide?
CATHERINE DANIEL
Hazlehurst, Ga.
"A little laughter and good will lengthens life."
Catherine is not one of the species that you can knock
down and she comes up smiling, for she is in a good humor
when a good humor is appropriate, but take my word for it,
enough fun and good time to flavor 'em up.
ANNIE BELLE DAUGHTRY
Roanoke Rapids, N. C.
Lanier Society; More Eaters Club; Halifax County Club;
D2 Club.
"'Tis easy enough to be pleasant
When life flows along like a song;
But the girl worth while is the girl who can smile
When everything goes dead wrong."
Annie Belle says it isn't any use to worry about what
you have to do, or what you haven't done, so she
doesn't do it.
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EDNA DAVENPORT
Greenville, N. C.
Lanier Society.
ANN DELLINGER
Wilmington, N. C.
Poe Society; Domino Six.
"The gladness of her gladness and the sadness of her sadness,
Are nothing compared to the badness of her badness when
she's bad."
This quotation needs a little explanation. We don't mean
that Ann is bad always. We really mean that she is a good
sport and through all her joys and sorrows there runs a little
thread of mischief-that is Ann.
Mrs. Mamie E. Dempsey
Winterville, N. C.
LOUISE DICKINSON
Greenville, N. C.
Poe Society; Athletic Association.
"God made a heart of gold,
Shining and sweet and true,
Gave it a home of fairest mold,
Blessed it and called it you."
Louise is the life and light of her class. She is energetic,
and a natural born leader. She is a rare compound of quality,
noble and true, a good chum, sport, pal, full of wit, and
at the same time possesses plenty of common sense-a
thousand girls in one.
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CARRIE MAY DUNN
Kinston, N. C.
Poe Society.
"To know her is to love her
And love but her forever,
For matter made her what she is
And never made another."
TARMESIA DUNN
Spray, N. C.
Poe society.
"A smile for all, a greeting glad,
A kind, good way she had."
Tarmesia is a friend to everybody. If she ever vows
friendship she performs it to the last article. If the work
is hard and she cannot find a way to do it she will make
one. Determination is the master key to success.
JOSEPHINE SAUNDERS EARLY
Aulander, N. C.
Lanier Society; Proctor, '25; Hertford-Bertie County
Club; Y. W. C. A. Choir, '25; Glee Club, '26.
"O may fortune be so good as to save me from old maidenhood."
By her outspoken nature and simplicity of manner, "Joe,"
has won for herself a host of friends and admirers at East
Carolina. She has proved herself to be a good sport and a
thoroughly capable student. Her chief hobby, however, seems
to be waiting for the evening mail to bring good news from the East.
ESTELLE EDMUNDSON
Fremont, N. C.
Lanier Society; Wayne county Club.
"She is like an April shower-full of fun and lots of laughter."
She is very quiet until you know her well enough to reach
her inmost thoughts; then, she is as full of fun and mischief as anyone.
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ADELIA EDWARDS
Sharpsburg, N. C.
ELIZABETH EDWARDS
Greenville, N. C.
Lanier Society.
"Better to be small and shine,
Than to be large and cast a shadow."
A happy disposition is a great blessing, indeed. "Lib" is
not only happy herself, but with her bright smile and
friendly manner she has certainly been a ray of sunshine,
illuminating the life of everyone with whom she comes in contact.
IRENE ETHERIDGE
South Mills, N. C.
Poe Society; Glee Club; Camdonian Club;
Y. W. C. A. Choir.
"So earnest in her work and fun,
We know not half the work she's done."
"Weenie's" a "jolly good fellow." She must carry a box
of smiles somewhere about her for she's always wearing one.
Her friends are innumerable-her heart itself is brimful of
friendliness and good cheer.
ETHEL LEE EVERETTE
Conetoe, N. C.
Poe Society; Edgecombe County Club; Athletic
Association; Y. W. C. A. Choir
"Sweet, true and always kind,
A better pal no one could find."
Ethel we love you and yet it's hard to tell just why. The
best we can do is to say that it's because you are you. Every
-one of us feels that it has been a great opportunity to have
known and worked with you. We wish you the best of
everything and unlimited happiness.
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HELEN EDWARDS
Henderson, N. C.
Poe Society; Athletic Association; Pals Club.
"A merry heart goes all the way."
There is so much to be said about "Hialey Baby" that it
is hard to know where to begin, for her admirable qualities
mount to the sky. No one studies more than "Hialey Baby,"
yet with all her studying she finds time to smile. Withal
she is a good sport. We predict that her ambition, her sin-
cerity, and her high ideals in life will be the means of her
attaining success in the field of teaching.
ELIZABETH EVANS
Greenville, N. C.
BLANCHE FITZGERALD
Smithfield, N. C.
Lanier Society; Johnston County Club; Class Poet, '26.
"She's lucky, she's kind, sincere and true,
Quite studious, more generous than any of you."
Blanche's fine qualities along with her sweet disposition
tend to make her one among many. She is a girl with high
ideals; she is capable of assuming responsibility. We are
sure she will find success wherever she goes.
DAISY FINCHER
Mineral Springs, N. C.
"To know her is to love her; have I not said enough?"
Daisy likes college life in general, but home much better.
At first she thought of college life as a joke, but one day
something intercepted her path which caused her to take life
more seriously-"practice teaching." She is very ambitious.
Watch her succeed!
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NANCY PEARL FREEMAN
Lumberton, N. C.
Poe Society; Robeson County Club.
"Honor lies in honest toil."
"Her face is pleasant to behold.
Her eyes, they are true blue;
Her smile is worth its weight in gold,
Her manner, patient, kind and true-this is Pearl."
HELEN GOODWIN
Edenton, N. C.
Poe Society.
"Whistling, smiling or singing a song,
Happy and contented she joys along."
Helen is just the jolly kind of girl admired by everyone.
She must carry a box of smiles somewhere about her
for she's always wearing one. Her highest ambition is to
journey through life with a smile and a song and never grow old.
ELFRIEDA E. GOUGER
Mooresville, N. C.
Lanier Society; Hiking club, '25' Athletic Association;
Iredell County Club; A. U. L. O. Club, '25, '26.
Elfrieda is a very capable girl. Whatever she undertakes
she accomplishes, and we see in her future a great
success. With success we wish her happiness.
ELIZABETH LEE GRANT
Garysburg, N. C.
Lanier Society; Northampton County Club.
"Take life easy; never do today
What you can put off until tomorrow."
"Lib" is a grand old sport. When you win her friendship,
you have won something worth while. She never worries
or frets over things, but takes life as it comes to her,
and makes the best of it.
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MARY CATHERINE GRANTHAM
Goldsboro, N. C.
Lanier Society; Glee Club; College Quartet, '25, '26;
Y. W. C. A. Choir, '25, '26; Wayne County Club.
"She'll say her say if the whole world's against it."
Yes, that's "Cat" up and down, and a sweeter girl will
never be found. I must not forget her voice for when she
sings she will carm a saint.
RUTH GRANTHAM
Princeton, N. C.
Poe Society; County Club, '26.
"She's rolls them"-her eyes. She's quiet a good girl,
but after all is said and done, her special characteristic is
"She rolls them"-those eyes.
KATHLEEN GRIFFIN
Fairmont, N. C.
Lanier Society.
"Smile and the world smiles with you."
"Cat" is a treasure-when we need a friend to her we go
for never was one so willing to help. She is a generous,
good sport and never troubles trouble, and is ready for all
of the fun. We can sum "Cat" up as being a true, lovable and
sweet girl.
EVA LILLIAN GRIMES
Tarboro, N. C.
Lanier Society; Secretary Edgecombe County Club.
"A big heart wishing to do right,
And to be friends with everybody."
Here's to our Eva, one of the dearest of girls! She is a
friend to everyone, true, kind, and lovable-and what is
more to be desired in a friend? We know that she will be
successful wherever she may be.
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LUCY L. HANKS
Belmont, N. C.
Lanier County Club; Gaston County Club; Athletic Association.
"There is no truer-hearted."
Lucy's lovable and modest, sincere and true; she always
accomplishes what she starts to do. She's not afraid to say
her say; but is a steadfast girl in every way. An excellent
teacher she is sure to be, for she has the knowledge and ability.
GUSSIE LEE HARRELL
Elizabeth City, N. C.
Poe Society; Pasquotank Tribe.
"What light is brighter than the sunshine she makes for others?"
A conscientious worker and true friend is Gussie Lee.
She is blessed with an unusally brilliant mind. She is
sincere in what she says and does. There is nothing too great
for her to do for you. She has won a host of friends among
both the faculty and students.
FRANCES L. HARMAN
Titusville, Fla.
Poe Society; Athletic Association; Treasurer of Class, '26;
Tennis Club; Hiking Club; Baseball Squad; Granco Club.
"I would be friend to all-the foe-the friendless;
I would be humble, for I know my weakness,
I would look up-and laugh-and love and lift!"
A good sport, a jolly pal, a true friend in sunshine or in
rain, and ever forgetful of self-that's "Frank."
HILDA MAE HARE
Apex, N. C.
Lanier Society; Wayne County Club; Y. W. C. A. Cabinet.
"A perfect woman, nobly planned,
To warn, to comfort, and command."
Hilda always meets her tasks and difficulties with a smile.
When you are seeking information, you may assure yourself
that you will attain your desire. Sweet, good, and kind we
have found her the same yesterday, today and tomorrow. We
know that her strong ambition and her sunshiny disposition
will bring her much success.
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MINNIE HART
Seaboard, N. C.
Poe Society; Northampton County Club.
"She cannot be surpassed
Whenever it comes to wit;
She has a personality
That will in all cases fit."
If you once gain her friendship you have a friend that
is not found in many, for when she loves, she loves with her
whole heart, and is willing to make any necessary sacrifice
for those whom she loves.
MARTHA ELIZABETH HASSELL
Clayton, N. C.
Critic Junior Normal Class; Testator Senior Normal
Class' Secretary Johnston County Club' Clayton
K. Y. M. B.
"Still let me sleep, embracing clouds in vain,
And never wake to feel the day's disdain."
Martha possesses those qualities which were most admired
in our grandmothers. Her quiet and unassuming manner is
balanced by her love for frolic and fun.
She has one great weakness in the superlative degree-
sleep-sleep-sleep. She is a firm advocate of the policy of
having Mrs. Jeter to serve breakfast in the rooms and wants
classes to begin after she gets up instead of the way they
run at present. Nevertheless we know that she will make
a wide-awake teacher.
MAY HELMS
Charlotte, N. C.
ANNIE MERCER HENRY
Rocky Mount, N. C.
Lanier Society.
"Not too serious,
Not too gay'
But a rare good pal
In a rare good way."
Steady, likeable and true is Annie Mercer. She is every-
body's friend and is appreciated by all her classmates. Those
who know her love her, and no better pal can be found.
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BETSY HENRY
Rocky Mount, N. C.
Poe Society.
"Joy rises in me like a summer's morn."
"Betsy" is sweet, modest, and sincere. She has wit and
humor to make her presence enjoyable. She's "true-blue"
all the way to her heart, and is the kind that makes you see
the sunny side of life.
FRANCES HERRING
LaGrange, N. C.
Lanier Society.
"Duty comes before pleasure."
This quiet girl lives up to her motto; "Always ready
when duty calls." Yet, we find in her a humorous side.
She is always ready for fun when her duties are finished.
Frances is a good friend to have, and lucky are they who know her.
FLORENCE HICKS
Wise, N. C.
Poe Society; Tennis Club.
"To see her is to know her,
To know her is to love her."
"Flossy" is a girl loved by all who know her. She is
loyal, unselfish, and ready at any time to help anyone she can.
We are sure that the future has in store much for "Flossy."
VIRGINIA HICKS
Henderson, N. C.
Lanier Club; Granville County Club; Athletic Association.
"A smile for all, a greeting glad,
A lovable, jolly way she had."
Virginia is an all-round good girl. She's a good sport and
enjoys everything. She is always full of pep, and wears a
smile the whole day through.
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ELLEN A. HINES
Wilson, N. C.
Poe Society; Basketball Team, '25, '26; Baseball Team,
'25, '26; Track Squad, '25, '26; Athletic Association;
Lieutenant Athletic Society, '26; Captain Basketball Team, '26;
Treasurer N. G. F. Club, '26; Wearer of Letters, '25, '26.
"Ellen's eyes, Ellen's smiles,
Are all beyond expressing,
Who will be the next one vamped
Keeps us a-guessing."
Just to make a long story short, she's a good
old pal of mighty good start.
ELGIA HOCUTT
Clayton, N. C.
Poe Society; Society Representative to THE TECOAN;
Johnston County Club.
"Sympathy is the golden key that unlocks the
hearts of others."
Elgia is a thousand girls in one. She's true to the tradi-
tion of what a real East Carolina girl is: Quiet and demure
but true and steadfast. We predict for Elgia a great future
with success in more lines than one.
MILDRED PAULINE HOFFLER
Sunbury, N. C.
Poe Society.
"Rare compound of quality, noble and true.
With plenty of sense and good humor too."
A jolly, fun-lovinf and altogether likeable girl is Mildred.
On account of her tact and perseverance we know she will
always be successful in whatever she may undertake.
CLYDE HOOKS
Kenly, N. C.
Lanier Society; Johnston County Club; Hiking Club, '25.
>"Not swift nor slow to change, but firm."
She's an all-round good sport, but she knows what she
wants and she gets it. How good to be so firm,
so self-determined.
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ELIZABETH HOLLAND
Bethel, N. C.
HULDAH WALSTON HOOKS
Fremont, N. C.
Lanier Society; Hiking club; Athletic Association;
Wayne County Club; Krammers Club, '26.
"For if she will, she will, you may depend on't,
And if she won't, she won't, so there's an end on't."
Huldah, one of our cutest girls, is always ready for a
good time. Many of us envy her way of getting around
things. In her many pranks and jokes, she has won the
honorable name of "Sudie Perkins." Don't mistake this,
for "Sudie," like all of us, has her serious moments. Only those
who know her can appreciate her. Words cannot describe
her. In fun and in play just a jolly, good pal in every way-
that is "Sudie Perkins."
ANNIE ROWE HOUSE
Weldon, N. C.
Lanier Society; Chief Marshal, '26; Proctor, '26.
"She is pretty to walk with,
And witty to talk with,
And pleasant, too, to think on."
Annie Rowe's position as chief marshal "just fits" for she
is a chief among our tribe, to say nothing of the marshals.
One might call her, "a prince of a fellow," meaning of
course, that she possesses a magnetic personality, and she is
a girl who excels.
LA RUE FLOYD
Fairmont, N. C.
Poe Society; Secretary Robeson County Club; Proctor.
"To say well is good, but to do well is better."
It is just La Rue-quiet, modest and unassuming would
most nearly describe this little girl. She never sells for her
real value until after she is known. She is never too serious
to laugh, and yet, never too laughing to be serious.
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ANNIE LEE HOWARD
Greenville, N. C.
Poe Society.
"God made a heart of gold,
Shining and sweet and true,
Gave it a home of fairest mold,
Blessed it and called it you."
MARY MARGARET HUDSON
Mooresville, N. C.
Lanier Society; Vice-President of Iredell County Club;
Athletic Association; Basketball Squad; Tennis Club;
Baseball Club; Wearer of Letters; Proctor.
"A sweeter face there never grew,
Nor a being so dear and true.
The goodness, the kindness, the charm of 'U,'
Is as fresh and glowing as the morning dew."
We couldn't do without "Hudson" on our class, on our
hall or in our college. She makes us laugh, "sits on us"
with her sarcasm, yet can sympathize in our troubles.
We'll say she's a true-blue pal.
LEONA JARVIS
Straits, N. C.
Poe Society; Proctor.
Leona is full of fun and wit-
Although she is small.
She loafs-not a bit,
What her calling in life is
No one can tell,
But whatever it is
She will fill it well.
ELIZABETH JOHNSON
Goldsboro, N. C.
Poe Society; Cheer Leader of Poe Society, '25, '26;
"D" Class Cheer Leader.
"A pretty girl, a witty girl,
A fine girl so full of fun.
A brainy girl, a care-free girl,
A thousand girls in one."
She possesses a winsome personality, a happy disposition,
and the faculty of making hosts of friends. Because of her
optimistic mood. "Liz" creates such a sunny atmosphere that
the "blues" could not exist in her presence. Indeed, we
have found one of the best of sports and a delightful friend.
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FAYE JOHNSON
Conway, N. C.
Lanier Society;Northampton County Club.
"Far may we search before we find.
A heart so noble and so kind."
For an earnest, reliable thinker and worker who is
dependable, conscientious, and sure, we present you
Faye. With an opinion of her own, she bases her conclusions on
facts, and when she sets out for results she cannot be delayed.
MARY L. JOHNSTON
Mooresville, N. C.
Poe Society; Hiking Club, '25; Athletic Association;
Iredell County Club; A. U. L. I. Club, '25, '26.
"Funny and friendly,
Generous and gay,
A real good sport
In work or play."
Mary is a little girl, but, as you've often heard, the most
valuable article are wrapped in small packages. She's a
good all-round girl and success is waiting for her just around the corner.
ROSABELLE JOHNSON
Spring Hope, N. C.
Lanier Society; Athletic Association; Proctor, '25.
"A loving heart is the truest wisdom."
She's just "terribly nice." Although quiet and reserved,
she has an armful of attractive ways. Here, there,
everywhere, she's a fine old sport.
ALICE JONES
Fayetteville, N. C.
Poe Society; Vice-President of Class, '25; Basketball
Team, '25, '26; Baseball,'25; Vice-President Poe Society,
'26; Assistant Business Manager the Teco Echo, '26; Domino
Six; Athletic Association.
"Not too serious, not too gay, but a rare
good girl when it comes to play."
Wonder what Alice will be doing this morning: Singing
"Titina," teasing Ann, or dancing the Charleston? Which
ever it is you may be sure she and all the rest will have
a good time when she is around. Alice is a dandy good sport
and has a "head on her like a tack." If she keeps up her
record, East Carolina will receive glorious reports next year.
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MARGARET LEE JONES
Clayton, N. C.
Poe Society; Proctor; Secretary Junior Normal Class;
Vice-President Johnston County Club; Clayton Club;
Prophet Senior Normal Class; Senior Normal
Representative for Teco Echo; K. Y. M. B.'s.
"A perfect woman, nobly planned, to warn, to comfort
and command."
Margaret Lee seems demure at a distance but on closer
acquaintance we find that the gods have bestowed on her
that priceless possession that they give to few-a sense of
humor. She is a bundle of talent, ability and originality.
She's the stand-by of the Class of '26.
ELLEN JONES
Roanoke Rapids, N. C.
HELEN JONES
Greenville, N. C.
Poe society.
LOUISA JOYNER
Kinston, N. C.
Poe Society; Proctor, '25; Marshal, '25, '26;
Lenoir County Club.
"A pretty girl, a witty girl,
A girl so full of fun,
A brainy girl, a carefree girl-
A thousand girls in one."
Louise is truly that; she has a composite disposition, the
best always predominant. She lives each day so that her
life is an endless drama, getting as a repertoire, romance,
comedy, tragedy and all the rest, thus giving her the opportunity
of making the best of existence for those around her-and for herself.
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NELL JOYNER
Woodland, N. C.
Poe Society; Athletic Association; Northampton County Club.
"A smile for all, a greeting glad,
A lovable, jolly way she had."
Nell is always cheerful and happy and looks on the bright
side of life. She does not think it worth to spend all
her time studying because she thinks life is as worth
living now as after she has finished school.
RUBYE KILPATRICK
Dover, N. C.
Lanier Society; Athletic Association; Class
Basketball Team, '22; Lanier Society Reporter.
"A sunny disposition is half the battle."
"Pat"'s ways are true, her conduct blameless
and her frinedship lasting.
MARY VIRGINIA KILPATRICK
Snow Hill, N. C.
Lanier Society; Athletic Association; Proctor.
"Happiness is cheaper than worry, so-why pay the price?"
Mary Virginia-Well, no common words can describe her.
We don't expect them to, because she is our original girl,
and, of course, she is different. She is cheerful, she is
bright and a happier little girl is hard to find.
ERNESTINE AMANDA KING
Ahoskie, N. C.
Lanier Society; Hertford-Bertie County Club;
Inter-Society Committee, '26; K. Y. M. B.'s.
"She is gentle, she is shy but she has mischief in her eye."
When we glance at "Teenie," we at once pronounce her
the embodiment of gentleness and modesty, but as we glance
longer we perceived that she is a "fille" of the twentieth
century. She possesses the traits which make her admired by
all, but especially by one who has fallen beneath her charming ways.
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MYRTLE KNOX
Huntersville, N. C.
Lanier Society.
"Errors like straws, upon the surface flow,
He who seeks for pearls must dive below."
Myrtle is one of our girls whom you have to know to
appreciate, for she is so quiet and unassuming that her many
desirable characteristics are not clearly perceived by the
casual observer. We feel sure that when she goes out
into the world success will be hers.
ELLINOR LANE
Elizabeth City, N. C.
Lanier Society; Athletic Association; "Pasquotank Tribe."
"I leave the praises unexpressed;
I leave the greatness to be guessed."
Ellinor is quiet and faithful to a degree that commands
admiration from her classmates; a good lovable girl with a
keen sense of humor. If you have known her you will find
a worthy companion. She is loved by all who know her for
her sweetness of disposition.
MINNIE LEE LANIER
Rose Hill, N. C.
Lanier; Basketball, '26; Athletic Association, '26;
Duplin County Club.
"A cheerful heart, a cheerful smile,
A charm of friendship all the while."
Minnie Lee is a jolly, good companion. She is ever happy
and meets everyone with a smile. She is very industrious
and we wish her much success as a school "Marm."
However, we fear she will not teach very long, because-Oh,
well, you know why.
SNEEDE LEESON
Spring Hope, N. C.
Assistant Cheer Leader of Colege; Proctor;
Johnston County Club' Lanier Society; Athletic Association;
Beta Kappa Club.
"Rare compound of oddity, frolic and fun,
To relish a joke and rejoice in a pun."
"Nuff" said-that's Sneede.
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CLARICE LEWTER
Severn, N. C.
Northampton County Club; Lanier Society.
"A smile for all, a greeting glad, a lovable, jolly way she had."
Clarice is the type of girl who takes life and its trials in
a very cheerful way. She is a girl whom you have to know
to appreciate, for she is so quiet and unassuming that her
many desirable characteristics are not clearly perceived by the
casual observer. Our best wishes follow her as she leaves our
midst to pursue her cause of imparting knowledge to others.
MYRTLE LEWIS
Statesville, N. C.
Poe Society; Pitt County Club.
"Precious things are done up in small packages."
Is she a good student? Yes. With her kind and generous
disposition she has won many friends. She is always ready
and willing to lend a helping hand to those about her. Her
gentle, sincere manner will be sure to bring her many success in the future.
HELEN M. LEWIS
Statesville, N. C.
Poe Society; President of Class, '25; Vice House President,
'26; President Iredell county club; Athletic Association.
"She's sweet of disposition,
She's loving, wise and kind;
She's full of true affection;
She cannot be defined."
Helen, one of the most lovable girls in our class,
will always be remembered as the girl of the greatest ability in
performing any duty assinged her. Let us hope that she will
have just as great a success in the future as she has had
in her college career.
LUCY ELOISE LEWIS
Brevard, N. C.
Lanier Society.
"To know her is to love her."
A rare thing it is to find generosity and wisdom in one
person. Indifferent as she appears to be, there is no more
loyal friend than Eloise; she is unselfish and sincere. Like
a book she must be studied to be known, but the result is
well worth the effort.
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HELEN G. LEWIS
Belmont, N. C.
Gaston County Club, '25; Poe Society.
"Good natured and slow to anger,"
Helen is perhaps the most cheerful and good-natured of
us all. She hates no one, and we have never heard her say
harm of anyone. Just to make a long story short, she is a
good old pal of a mighty good sort.
PRUE LINEBURGER
Mt. Holly, N. C.
Lanier Society; Athletic Association.
"Prue is tru-blue through and through,
With those blue eyes she wins you,
And makes you love her too.
RAYNOR LONG
Seaboard, N. C.
Northampton Club.
"Behind her blue eyes there lies a world of mischief."
Raynor, better known as "Willie," wears a cloak of
laughter. Lest anyone should guess, that whinch is hidden
beneath it-is nothing less than mischievousness.
FANNIE LOWE
Rich Square, N. C.
Lanier Society; Vice-President of Northampton Club, '25;
Left-Hand Club, '26; Athletic Association; Baseball Squad,
'26; Tennis Club, '26; Hiking Club. '26; Proctor; Treasurer
of Lanier Society, '26; Vice-President of Class, '26.
When joy and duty clash,
Let duty go to smash."
Fannie's smile-how can we describe it? Enigmatical,
unfathomable and sweet. Her face and figure? Beautiful.
Friends? Innumerable. Does Fannie study? We have never
seen her so, yet her brilliant answers would make one
think her a genius. She is athletic and graceful; her record
as a Lanier Society treasurer speaks for her business ability.
though we have reasons to believe that in the near future one
of the opposite sex will attend to the business of two.
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CHRYSTELLE FAYE LUCAS
Benson, N. C.
Poe Society; Athletic Association; Johnston County Club;
Red-Head Club; Y. W. C. A. Choir, '26; Tennis Club, '26.
"Here's to a girl with a heart and smile,
That makes the bubble of life worth while."
A good-natured, friendly little girl is Stella. Some folks
say she is dignified-and she is sometimes-but a good sport
as well, and always ready for a good time, and equally as
ready to share it with others.
VIVIAN LUCAS
Greenville, N. C.
Poe Society.
ELVA MANESS
Biscoe, N. C.
Poe Society.
"'Tis the songs you sing and the smiles that you wear
That makes the sun shine everywhere."
The is truly fitting for Elva, as she carries sunshine
everywhere with her. She is happy and ready for mischief,
which can be told by one glance in her eyes.
ADDIE MAE MARTIN
SANFORD, N. C.
Lanier Society; Marshal, '26; Critic Senior Normal Class.
"Not too serious, but too gay,
But a rare good fellow
When it comes to play."
When you find a regular girl who is a good sport-she is
worth knowing. Such is "Mae." Her lovable disposition has
won her many friends. She never tells us much about herself
but whatever it is or wherever she is, it will be a
"lucky corner" that is filled by Mae.
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MYRTLE MASON
Atlantic, N. C.
Poe Society; Y. W. C. A. Choir.
"God made a heart of gold,
Shining and sweet and true;
Gave it a home of fairest mold,
Blessed it and called it you."
Myrtle is a girl of high ideals and perseverance,
clear-thinking and noble acting, a good student
and, best of all, a good friend.
THELMA RAE MASON
Aatlantic, N. C.
Poe Society.
"But in a sieve I'll thither
Sail, and like a rat
Without a tail, I'll do,
I'll do, and I'll do."
Let come what will and come what may, Thelma Sue, as
she is commonly known, is always ready to help. In spite
of her few faults, she is a dandy good sport and an excellent girl.
MILDRED MATTOCKS
Greenville, N. C.
Lanier Society; Secretary of Pitt County Club, '25.
"Sweet, true and always kind,
A better pal no one could find."
"Milly" has always proved herself to be a fine, true girl
and when it comes to her studies she is noticeably hard to
beat. She is a good sport, a good student and a good pal.
With her winning smile and cheerful greetings she makes the
bubbles of life worth while. We predict for her a great future.
MYRA MAYO
Washington, N. C.
Lanier Society; Beauco Club.
"She is honest and true
And always true-blue."
It can be said of Myra that she is studious and conscientious.
She is kind and always willing to lend a helping
hand. No one who goes to her for anything is turned down.
She is determined to make a good teacher, and we are sure
that she will.
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LOTTIE McCLENNY
Goldsboro, N. C.
Lanier Society; Y. W. C. A. Choir; Basketball Team, '26;
Baseball Team, '25, '26; Wearer of Letters, '25, '26;
President Athletic Association, '26' Track Team, '25, '26;
Wayne County Club, '26.
"A loving heart is the truest wisdom."
A good disposition, cheerful smile, and plenty of fun and
pep has Lottie. She's an athlete of the best kind and has
won distinction on the athletic field. You see Lottie has a
way that you must admire.
HOMISELLE McCORKLE
Salisbury, N. C.
Poe Society.
"Age cannot wither her,
Nor custom stall her infinite variety."
"Homie" came to us from William and Mary. Attractive
in manner, cheerful, with an unusually strong and winning
personality, we are proud that she finally settled down in
East Carolina. In her we have a brainy girl, who has a
host of friend.
SADIE REE McKOY
Mooresville, N. C.
Poe Society; Iredell County Club; Athletic Association.
"She is gentle, she is shy,
But she has mischief in her eyes."
Sadie Ree goes about her tasks as though they come
natural, and her little worries soon vanish to give room
for all things great and good that makes one's life great.
MARY KATE McKERNON
Sanford, N. C.
Poe Society; Athletic Association; Basketball Squad;
Tennis Club; Baseball Club; Wearer of Letters.
"Should you make a search, you could not find
A girl more attractive, sweet, and so kind;
She counts her friends, yes, by the score,
And wherever she goes, she will make many more."
Kate, "the line shooter," is a good ol' for all that.
She's there on the spot whenever she's needed, and you're
mighty right, she's wanted.
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EVA McLEAN
Maxton, N. C.
Poe Society; Robeson County Club; President of L. A. C
Club, '26; Athletic Association, '26; Class Baseball Team. '26.
"Sweet, true and always kind; a better pal no one could find."
Eva is a good sport whom everyone may depend upon doing
the right thing. She possesses a wonderful personality which
leads you to love her, for by her winning ways she
has won a place in the heart of everyone who knows her.
ETHEL McCORMICK
Laurinburg, N. C.
Lanier Society.
"Not failure, but low aim is crime."
Ethel is a friend indeed and lives up to her motto for she
has a high aim, and we feel sure she will succeed. To have
Ethel for a friend is to have one that is loyal and true.
In school she is an excellent student, and out of school she is a
good sport in every way. She is absolutely true-blue and
we count it a great privilege to know her.
KATHERINE McKENZIE
Wilmington, N. C.
Poe Society; Athletic Association; Vice-President L. A. C.
Club, '26; Class Baseball Team, '26.
"If she will she will and you may depend on it;
If she won't, she won't, and that's an end on it."
Katherine is a quiet, lovable girl and is always ready when
duty calls her. Yet, when duty is done, she is ready for play.
She is dependable, ambitious, frank in her opinions and a
good friend to have. Her classmates expect to hear great
things of her in the future.
DORIS McKEY
Mooresville, N. C.
Poe Society; Hiking Club; Iredell County Club; Athletic
Association; Wearer of Letters; A. U. L. I., '26.
"Ready in heart and ready in hand."
Doris may be serious, glum, or gay, but still she's a rare
good pal in a rare good way. She is ever a good sport and
a remarkable friend and one upon whom you can always depend.
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ANNA TAYLOR McNEILL
Kinston, N. C.
Poe Society; Marshal, '26; Lenoir County Club; Domino Six.
"She's a dainty wee thing,
She's a winsome wee thing,
She's a bonnie wee thing-
This dear little 'Mac' of ours."
Popular? Oh, my-yes! As you can easily learn by looking
either above or below this inadequate paragraph. Teachers
love her as well as classmates; in fact, we all think
"Anne T." so very angelic that we have a lurking fear that
she will some day "take wings" and leave us far behind.
RUBY MENIUS
Mooresville, N. C.
Lanier Society; Iredell County Club; Athletic Association.
"Modest and gentle, but purity shines clearly from her sweet countenance."
Ruby on first acquaintance possesses a very quiet, gentle
and dignified reserve, yet she is very alert and always ready
for fun. She is a true friend-one that anybody would be
proud to claim. What greater compliment could be paid her?
DOROTHY MAE MIDGETT
Raleigh, N. C.
Lanier Society; Wake County Club.
"She mixed wisdom with pleasure and reason with mirth."
"Dot" is a very lovable girl. She has a very jolly and
amiable nature that wins friends for her wherever she goes.
Whenever she comes into a room, she brings sunshine with
her and cheers everyone with whom she comes in contact.
She is herself a collection of the best things. "So earnest
in her work and fun, we know not half the work she's done."
We expect great things of "Dot" in the future.
FRANCES MITCHELL
Draper, N. C.
Poe Society; H. C. C., '25; H. D. D., '26; Red Head Club; '26.
"Rare compound of quality,
Noble and true,
A plenty of wit and good sense, too."
Who would think that "Frank" with her laughing brown
eyes and curly red hair was a "dignified" first grade teacher?
But that's the delightful part about "Frank." She's brimful
of fun-and a splendid sport when it's time for play-but
on serious occasions we see the graver side of her nature-
her willingness for work, good judgment, and power of concentration.
Good luck, ol' girl, and remember everybody believes in Frankness."
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PAULINE MOORE
Burlington, N. C.
Athletic Association; Proctor, '26; Secretary of Class,'26;
Poe Debater, '26; Krammers Club, '26.
"Where wits meet, sparks fly."
Jack," with her charming personality, is an inspiration
to all with whom she comes in contact. With her sunny
smile and mirthful ways she'll drive "old man-gloom" away
and leave you free to enjoy the tender blessings of happiness.
What more could we ask of anyone? Best luck, old pal, may
you reach your desired goal, and scale the ladder of success.
BLANNIE REA MORRIS
Poe Society; Proctor.
"True to her word, and her work, and her friends."
The old saying that the first impression is everlasting is
not suitable in this case. For to know Blannie is to love her.
She is funny because she is so entirely unconscious of
having said anything out of the ordinary. She never say so
much, but she looks it all.
ROMA DARE MORRIS
Atlantic, N. C.
Poe Society.
"Her joy is as deep as the ocean;
Her troubles as light as its foam."
Roma is a good, grand old girl and very lovable. When
one has won her friendship she has won something worth
while. Her loyal friendship, her frank, sincere spirit, make
her one of "Gold and White's" proudest possessions.
SADIE NEAL
Reidsville, N. C.
Lanier Society; Y. W. C. A. Cabinet; Athletic Association;
Granco Club; Tennic Club; Proctor, '24, '25; Baseball Squad;
Y. W. C. A. Choir.
"Refined, jolly and demure,
A charming girl you may be sure;
One on whom you can depend
To be a faithful, sincere friend."
Sadie is studious and of a kindly disposition. Although
she is a conscientious worker, she still believes in fun and
all varieties of sport. She is noted for having her own opinions,
and sticking by them "'til death do us part."
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EULA MAE NELSON
Greenville, N. C.
Poe Society; Pitt County Club, '25.
"Not too serious, not too gay,
But a good pal in every way."
Bubbling over with laughter-that's "Nelly." It is spontaneous,
it is irresistible, that jolly laugh of hers. She is
planning to be a school "ma-am," but those specials from
"Duke" don't seem to back up her plans. But whatever she
will be she is the grandest "pal" anyone can have.
GERTRUDE MARYAN NEWSOME
Oriental, N. C.
Lanier Society; P. C. Club; Proctor.
"She is gentle, she is shy,
But she has mischief in her eyes."
Do you know Gertrude? Well, you have heard her
because her tongue is her most active organ, and
without it she would surely "pass out." She is gentle
and kind and has friends galore. Gertrude has the reputation
of being too "frank"; but we hope she'll overcome this some day.
We believe she left her love in Oriental and anticipates going back
here sometime. Luck to you, Gertrude.
ELIZABETH NEWSOME
Goldsboro, N. C.
Lanier Society; Goldsboro Club.
"There is nothing lacking-she is true and sound."
"Lil" has the ability to do anything well that she
undertakes. It is a known fact she likes a good time, but
when time to lay aside frolic has come, there are few who can
beat her at good hard work. Such a rare combination is to
be commended.
JENNIE LILLIAN OLIVER
Pollocksville, N. C.
Lanier Society; Proctor.
"A loving heart is the truest wisdom."
In Jennie we have a good dependable student, always
considerate and willing to help others. She is just the
natural girl who has many qualities that go to make up a
well-rounded character. In her, our school is sending out a
loyal and staunch supporter.
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BEULAH PHYLLIS O'NEIL
Ocracoke, N. C.
Poe Society; Hyde County Club.
"She's sweet of disposition,
She's loving, wise and kind.
She's full of true affection;
She cannot be defined."
"Beux" is her nickname, but "Jolly," it should be,
for this word describes her, as she is always jolly with
something to tell. She has a pure heart and a noble mind,
a better pal no one could find.
BESSIE OWENS
Fountain, N. C.
Lanier Society; Edgecombe County Club; Athletic Association.
"She is not a 'Comedy of Errors.'
Nor 'A Midsummer Night's Dream,'
But take it 'As you Like It.'
She is just what she seems."
Although she has a quiet and dignified manner, she is
always ready for fun. Bessie is a very studious girl, and
always ready to help others.
MARY HOLLIE PARKER
Lasker, N. C.
Poe Society; Northampton County Club.>.
"And underneath it all lies a heart of purest gold."
Hollie has a lovable diposition. She is dependable, cheerful
and loyal, a girl with high ideals and she is capable of
assuming much responsibility. Since she has been a student
at East Carolina she has shown that she is competent of doing
things. We all know she will be a success as a teacher.
MILDRED PATE
New Bern, N. C.
Lanier Society; Athletic Association; Staff Reporter.
"An open-hearted maiden,
True and pure."
She is always faithful to her duty, and true to those with
whom she makes friends. With these traits we wish her
great success in her teaching career.
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SARAH C. PATRICK
Gastonia, N. C.
Poe Society; Athletic Association; Gaston County Club,
"Her heart is in her work."
Sarah is one of those good, steady, dependable girls
who can always be relied upon in whatever she undertakes.
She is happiest when teaching a class of first grade children,
and that is what she plans to do next year. Because of the
ability she has shown as a teacher, and pleasing disposition,
she is bound to succeed wherever she goes.
ELIZABETH PAUL
Pembroke, N. C.
Lanier Society; Robeson county Club; Athletic Association;
Social Director L. A. C. Club, '26.
"Divinely tall, and full of grace,
Surely you know this maiden
With the lovely face."
"Lib's" hair is not more sunny than her smile. No situation
is too trying for her. She is always calm, serene, dignified
and generous. She is very studious and at her post of duty on time,
every time. To know her is to love her.
GRACE PETERSON
Vanceboro, N. C.
Lanier Society; Athletic Association.
"None but herself can be her parallel."
Grace wins the love and admiration of all who come in
contact with her. Her quiet dignity, her sweet and unselfish
disposition, and her noble ideals combine to make a character
which is indeed worthy of a true girl. We do not need to prophesy
success-her every characteristic foretells it.
ALLIE RAE PAUL
Edward, N. C.
Poe Society; President of the Beauco Club; Athletic Association.
"Behind those brown eyes there lies much mischief."
There are many people who think she is quiet, but those
of us who know her will surely deny it. Quiet and reserved
in appearance, she is as good sport as can be found. She
never fails to help a friend in need. Here's to you, Allie
rae, you'll surely succeed.
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NAOMI PETERSON
Parkersburg, N. C.
Poe Society.
"Life is real, life is earnest."
Her manner is quiet and dignified, and her deep brown
eyes suggest a serious conscientious mind. Naomi is a good
student, always at class on time and preparing her lessons
day by day. Though talkative she isn't a chatterer, but
talks interestingly and sensibly. You should hear her tell
about a picture she has seen or a story that she has read.
DORA PHELPS
Belhaven, N. C.
Poe Society; Beaufort County Club.
"Sweet, true, and always kind,
A better pal no one can find."
Dora is a very sweet girl anl full of fun.
ELLIE PHIFER
Marshville, N. C.
Poe Society; Assistantm Editor of THE TECOAN, '26;
Class Editor, '25; Union County Club.
"She's kind, she's modest, sincere and just,
More studious, more generous than most of us."
Steadiness, pluck and determination fit Ellie exactly. By
her helpfulness, her friendship, and her cheerful manner she
grows in the hearts of all. Her words, sometimes softly
spoken, carry weight because of the personality behind them.
She's a true representative of the best things of life, and as
human and fun-loving as any of us.
ANNIE PHIPPS
Gibsonville, N. C.
Lanier Society.
"If ever she knew an evil thought
She spoke no evil word."
Annie was ever a friend to all who came her way and
was always ready to help us and cheer us on our way. We
wish you the greatest of success in your work and may
"Dame Fortune" be ever with you, but may her daughter,
"Misfortune," never come near you.
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BLANCHE L. PIERCE
Pikeville, N. C.
Lanier Society: Wayne County Club; Proctor.
"Blanche smiled, and all the world was gay."
You may search the world over, but you will never find
another like Blanche. She is true-blue and we count it a
privilege to have her as one of our friends. A sweeter girl
cannot be found. She goes about with a smile of happiness
and content which she shares with everyone. She's a friend
worth having.
MARY LEE PITTMAN
Greenville, N. C.
Poe Society.
"Sometimes we find hearts that are big,
Always willing to give their all;
In the heart of this girl we find
Ideals that will never fall."
The friendliest friend on the campus-that's "Pitt."
There's comfort and kindness in the ready twinkle of her
eager eyes. "As welcome as sunshine in every place, so is
the beaming approach of her good-natured face." She is not
only a friend in deed, but a friend in need; thus we are loathe
to bid her good-bye.
FRANCES HOKE POLLOCK
Kinston, N. C.
Poe Society.
"Sweet, true and always kind,
A better pal no one could find."
A sympathetic interpretation of human nature, charm of
personality and unselfishness unite to make "Polly" a success
in human relationships. Her strength of character, her perseverance,
together with a firm determination, have fixed her in the hearts
of her classmates, and they will ever remember her as a friend sincere and true.
PHILADELPHIA HOSEA POPE
Fayetteville, N. C.
Poe Society; Proctor, '25; Vice House President, '26;
President Senior Normal Class, '26; Red Head Club, '26;
Domino Six, '26.
"You'll always find her true and just,
A girl whom all will love and trust."
You'll find "Dell" on the spot when there is a good time
to be had. She isn't quiet-yet-she isn't loud. Yes, that's
true-you'll find her if you need advice, too.
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JOSIE PEARL PROCTOR
Sharpsburg, N. C.
Poe Society; Proctor, '24, '25; President Edgecomb
County Club, '25, '26; Athletic Association; Krammmer Club.
"I pin my faith to no man's sleeve,
Have I not two eyes of my own?"
Some are born with beauty and some with brains, but it
is seldom that we find them both in one person. "Jodie
Britt's" sparkling blue eyes have effect upon all those about
her, and just one of her smiles forces the gloomy person to
say, "Be gone, dull care, I'll have none of thee." She is
known as a true sport wherever we find her. She is a link
in the chain which binds us together and we could not have
been complete without her.
ETHEL PREVATT
Buies, N. C.
Poe Society; Basketball Team, '25, '26; Captain Basketball
Team, '25; Treasurer L. A. C. Club, '26; Robeson County Club,
'25, '26; Athletic Association; Hiking Club, '25; Captain of
Olympian Athletic Society, '26; Wearer of Letters, '25, '26;
Captain of Baseball Team, '25; Track Club, '25, '26; Tennis Team, '25, '26.
RAMONA RAY
Greenville, N. C.
Lanier Society; Treasurer of Pitt County, '25. '26.
"Beauty, refinement and friendliness,
Three in one-that's 'Mona'."
Mona is one of the most attractive girls in our class and
is renowned, not only because of her fairness but because
she possesses so many sterling qualities. She is the kind of
girl that can make sunshine in life's darkest places. We predict
for her a successful future in the teaching profession.
LESSIE REEL
Grantsboro, N. C.
Lanier Society.
"If wisdom's ways she wishes to know,
Five things she observes with care,
Of whom she speaks.
To whom she speaks.
And how, and when,
And where."
Lessie's favorite pastime is watching for the postman,
but just the same, she always makes good.
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MAE RICE
Stonewall, N. C.
Poe Society.
"Nothing endures but personal qualities."
Mae came to us her Senior year from Cullowhee State
Normal. Though she has been with us only a while, we have
found in her those things which make a real character. Mae
wins the love and admiration of all who come in contact with her.
Her quiet dignity, her sweet disposition, and her noble ideals combine
to make a character which is indeed worthy of a true girl.
VERLA RICHARDSON
Monroe, N. C.
Lanier Society; Union County Club.
"Ye shall know her by her smile."
Quiet so. Verla has a smile for everyone. Some may
think her dignified. So she is, but just the kind if dignity
to win the respect of one and all. Never too busy is she to
stop and help others. She'll help in anything but Math,
When it comes to that she looks up with that smile and says,
"Me don't know." Verla is a girl who does and will win
bushels of friends. She is a girl who is out to succeed and
watch what I say, "She will do it."
IRENE RIDDICK
Elizabeth City, N. C.
Lanier Society; Athletic Association.
"Honor lies in honest toil."
She is always prompt and true to her word; independent
and self-reliant."
RUBY LOUISE WOODROOF
Roanoke Rapids, N. C.
Lanier Society; D2 Club; More Eaters Club; Halifax
County Club.
"Quiet in appearance with motives unknown."
To appreciate her is to know her well. She works untiringly
always letting work come before pleasure, but in the end she
reaps her just reward. She is an earnest student and we feel that
the way to success is known to her."
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HILDEGARDE ROBERTS
Mount Olive, N. C.
Lanier Society; Wayne County Club.
"If she will she will, but if she won't, she won't."
Girls have you ever been "strolling" with her? Try it
sometime and see if we don't know that "if she will, she will,
but if she won't, she won't."
LEOTA ROBINSON
Atlantic, N. C.
"Lanier Society.
"She's lucky, she's kind, sincere and true,
Quiet studious, more generous, than any of you."
A happy disposition is a great blessing indeed. Leota is
not only happy herself but with her bright smile and friendly
manner she has certainly been a ray of sunshine, illuminating
the life of everyone with whom she comes in contact. Her ambition
is to journey through life with a smile and never grow old.
MARGARET ROBINSON
Goldsboro, N. C.
Poe Society; Social Chairman N. G. F. Club; Athletic Association.
"Do you love life? Then live around a friend."
Margaret is a jolly, good old sport, plenty of pep, and
as helping a hand as ever you met. She is one who feels
that, "when worry means death she will live forever."
WILLTE LEWIS ROBINSON
Ridgeway, N. C.
Lanier Society.
"She's lucky, she's kind, sincere and true,
Quiet studious, more generous than any of you."
Willie is a quiet girl, but one in whom quietness is admired.
She lends a helping hand to everybody. Her ambition is to
be a school "marm" in Franklin county.
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MARY ROBINSON
Morven, N. C.
Lanier Society; Proctor; Athletic Association.
"The way to have friends is to he one."
Sure, and it's always a friend you'll have with many
around. She is a rare combination of good humor and hard
work; a girl to be liked for her charming personality. Where-
ever she roams she will carry with her the sincere wishes of
each and every member of the Class of '26.
LESSIE ROSE
Nashville, N. C.
Poe Society; Proctor.
"To know her is to love her."
Quiet and reserved is Lessie, and we agree that if
"Beauty is as beauty does" she, too, is quite beautiful.
She is a faithful and capable worker. Her actions are
always from honest motives and mindful of her fellow man.
We have all learned to love her.
NANNIE LEIGH ROYSTER
Bullock, N. C.
Lanier Society; Athletic Association; Proctor;
Secretary of Granville County Club.
"Whistling, laughing, or singing a song, happy and content
she joys along."
"Nancy" is a sweet old girl, and is loved by everyone
who knows her. She is studious and not a book worm, because
she's always ready for fun. She is inclined to be mischievous,
but is so innocent-looking she never gets caught.
INDIA EARLE ROUSE
Dillon, S. C.
Poe Society; Proctor.
"To be loved is all I need, and whom I love, I love indeed."
Happy-go-lucky girl! Seldom worrying over anything!
One might think she was very quiet and dignified by only
seeing her in the classroom, but that is only the face she
wears while obtaining knowledge. Always kind and sympathetic,
everybody's buddy, that's her nature.
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ELOISE SASSER
Goldsboro, N. C.
Poe Society; Secretary of Wayne County Club, '26; Vice-President of N. G. F.
Club, '26; Glee Club, '25, '26; Y. W. C. A. Choir; Wearer of Letters, '26.
"A smile is a type that is liked by all,
Boys and girls, both big and small."
"Just a dear, fine pal
Everybody knows;
Attractive and sweet,
Loved everywhere she goes."
CLEO GERTRUDE SAULS
Conway, N. C.
Poe Society; Athletic Association; Proctor,'25;
Northampton County Club.
"Behind those brown eyes there lies much mischief."
Cleo is an all-round sport, and we all just love her. She
will be missed when her merry voice and laughter cease to
ring in the dormitory for it is she who hears no burden of
sorrow. She is so lively that none can resist her, and all are
led to happiness and enjoyment.
MAE SEAGROVES
Carthage, N. C.
Poe Society.
"Kind, whole-hearted, faithful, and true."
Mae is a very quiet girl with a big heart, wishing to do
right and to be friends with everybody.
ADA BELLE SESSOMS
Ahoskie, N. C.
Poe Society; Proctor, '25; Hertford-Bertie County Club,
'26; K. Y. M. B.'s; Athletic Assiociation.
"Shall I compare thee to a summer's day?
Thou art more lovely and more temperate."
A girl with a pair of square shoulders, a pleasing smile
and a pair of eyes that look into the faces of her friends with
a softness and a sincereness that makes on know that Ada
is a true friend, a great companion and an associate in whose
presence we maintain just pride.
We are setting out on a road with but detour after detour,
but we feel that when we reach the ultimate end of the path,
we will find Ada there in all the glory that could be gathered
in the course of the long tirals.
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IRENE SIMMONS
Pollocksville, N. C.
Poe Society.
"Kind and pleasant, full of fun, loving and thoughtful to
everyone-that's 'Simmie'."
Irene is a hard worker and she always meets her tasks
and difficulties with a smile. We know that her strong
ambition and her sunshiny disposition will bring her to much
success wherever she goes.
BLANCHE SMITH
Avden, N. C.
Poe Society.
CATHERINE SMITH
Ruby, S. C.
Poe Society; Y. W. C. A. Choir; Athletic Association;
Proctor; Sergeant-at-Arms, '26; South Carolina Club.
"Run if you like and try to keep your breath;
Work like a man, but don't be worried to death."
If it's primping it's "Cat,"
If it's giggling it's "Cat,"
If it's for fun, skipping classes, dancing, going a-flirting, it's
not "Cat."
For all her chatter and nonsense "Cat" is not lacking in
brains. We ourselves may be slow-witted, but "Cat" may
be depended upon to see through every humorous happening.
Behind it all is a true heart.
ISABEL SMITH
Red Springs, N. C.
Poe Society; Robeson County Club; Athletic Association.
"A pretty girl, a witty girl,
A girl so full of fun,
A brainy girl, a carefree girl,
A thousand girls in one."
It takes all the above combination to make up this
pleasing personality known as Isabel, or to her intimate friends,
as "Izzy." You may search the world over, but you will never find
another like Isabel.
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LOLA ADELINE SMITH
Reidsville, N. C.
Lanier Society; Y. W. C. A.
"To see her is to know her,
To know her is to love her."
Here's the girl whom the girls delight in, and the boys
all fall for-"To know her is to love her." She possesses a
strong character and has a very pleasing personality. We wish
Lola success in all her work, but we also know that she is not
planning to make teaching school her life-time profession.
MILDRED HOLMES SMITH
Ruby, S. C.
Poe Society; Representative to Student Council, '25;
House President, '26; Y. W. C. A. Choir; Athletic
Association; South Carolina Club. '25, '26.
"A friendly heart has plenty of friends,
Did I hear you say 'a clever and funny person'?"
Surely you must have been speaking of "Mickey" for she
is one of the existing true wits-besides being a wit, she is
a teacher of no mean capacity and a most capable hand at
writing lesson plans. Whenever we hear someone talking about
A. S. D. C. we always know that "Mickey" is holding
forth on her favorite subject.
MARTHA WOOD SPIVEY
Rich Square, N. C.
Lanier Society; Basketball Team; Northampton County
Club; Proctor; Athletic Association.
"A sunshine heart, a soul for song,
Love for hate, and right for wrong."
"Tussie" Wood is all that goes to make an all-round good
girl. She is loyal, unselfish, and ready at any time to lend
a helping hand. You do not really appreciate her until you
know her, and the more you know her the better you like her.
WILLIE LEE SPIVEY
Rich Square, N. C.
Poe Society; Athletic Association; President of Northampton Club,
'25; Proctor.
"Some say the world is made for fun and frolic; so do I."
Willie Lee is a good all-round girl. She is a good student,
but finds plenty of time for fun. Her heart is as kind
as it is mirthful.
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LOUISE STANFORD
Kinston, N. C.
Lanier Society; Lenoir County Club, '25, '26.
"Kind and pleasant, full of fun,
Loving and thoughtful to everyone-that's 'Wese'."
To be associated with her means to her. With her
amiable nature she makes friends wherever she goes. She
has a pure heart and a very noble mind; a girl any sweeter
would be hard to find. We expect great things of her in
the future.
RUTH STANTON
Stantonsbury, N. C.
Poe Society.
"None but herself can be her parallel."
She's the kind of girl you like better every time you see
her. Very reserved at first, but when you know her you
are astonished to find that she has been your friend all along.
Ruth came to us in our Senior year from Cullowhee, N. C.
Their loss was our gain and we have found in Ruth a real
friend who is true and lasting.
EFFIE ISABEL STRAWN
Marshville, N. C.
Poe Society; Secretary and Treasurer of Union County Club.
"Not too serious, not too gay,"
But a rare, good girl in every way."
Steady, clever, conscientious, ambitious, fun-loving, a true
friend, a willing worker, a good all-round girl-that's Effie.
NANCY RUBY STRICKLAND
Spring Hope, N. C.
"Sweet, true, and always kind,
A better pal no one could find."
A ruby is a precious stone, but in this "Ruby" you will
find treasure more precious than those in mere stone. She
is one of the most lovable, loyal and industrious girls on
the "Hill." A sweeter girl cannot be found-she is a friend
worth having.
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THELMA SYLIVANT
Snow Hill, N. C.
Lanier Society.
"She's true to her word, her work and her friends."
Although Thelma is quiet and unassuming, there is a
limit to the suffering she will endure. She is a diligent
worker, a loyal friend and a good all-round companion. So
here's hoping you success, abd many friends, Thelma.
ELLA TUCKER SMITH
Greenville, N. C.
Lanier Society.
"She walks the waters like a thing of life,
And seems to dare the elements of strife."
BETTIE ROSE TAYLOR
Gumberg, N. C.
Lanier Society; Proctor; Northampton County Club.
"Happy am I; from care I'm free!
Why aren't they all contented like me!"
With her lovable, jolly way she wins a place in the heart
of everyone. She is ever a good sport and a true friend and
always there to do a service for you. It would be hard to
find a girl more noble and kind.
MARTHA REBECCA THIGPEN
Tarboro, N. C.
Lanier Society; Proctor; Vice-President of Edgecombe
County Club; Athletic Association.
"And she herself is sweeter than the sweetest thing she knows."
We call her "Beck" for short, and you can bet we call her lots, too.
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JULIA TOLAR
Lumber Bridge, N. C.
Lanier Society; Robeson County Club; Mathematics Club.
"A cheerful heart, a cheerful smile,
A charm of friendship all the while."
In Julia we find a combination of sunshine and laughter;
she neverleave her smile behind, because it is a part of
her. As to her future-well, there are rumors and rumors,
you know-but-it could be nothing but bright, whether she
enters the teaching profession or some other.
MARY FANNIE TREXLER
Wadesboro, N. C.
Lanier Society.
"She has a from of fairy grace,
A dimpled, smiling, lovely face,
In her character no blemish you could find,
And her personality will linger on through aeons of time."
Mary Fannie is an ideal type, for she's witty, intelligent,
industrious, cute, pretty, irresponsible, irresistible.
NELLIE TRIPLETT
Winston-Salem, N. C.
Lanier Society; Athletic Association; Pals Club; Lefthand Club.
"God made a heart of gold.
Shining and sweet and true;
Gave it a home of fairest mold.
Blessed it and called it you."
Do you know her? Don't you love her? The elements
are so mixed in "Trip" that all nature might stand up
and say, "This is a woman." Born with the initiative of a
leader, she possesses the rare ability of following well. By
nature she is artistic and temperamental, yet practical and
business-like when occasion demands. She does not court
popularity-it is hers without soliciting. Above all, she is
a friend to her friends.
MIRIAM TURLEY
Clayton, N. C.
Lanier Society; Clayton Club; Johnston County Club.
"Happiness is cheaper than ivory;
Why pay the highet price?"
Is Turley popular? Decidedly. Like Postum, "There's
a reason." She is a living specimen of personified optimism.
She believes in taking everything as it comes and worrying
over nothing. She leaves the frowns and cares to someone
else; why should she be bothered with them. Your good
nature W'ill take you anywhere. Miriam, so "step on the gas."
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JULIA JACKSON TYLER
Rich Square, N. C.
Lanier Society; Athletic Association; Representative to
Student Council, '26; Northampton County Club; Proctor.
"A friendly girl, a witty girl,
A girl so full of fun,
A brainy girl, a carefree girl,
A thousand girls in one."
"Juby Tyler" is never "down and out," but always on the
move for something better. She is just serious enough to be
loved and mischievous enough to make you keep on loving
her. She always has a smile and "Hey" for everyone.
FLORENCE DELIGHT TYLER
Rich Square, N. C.
Poe Society; Athletic; Red-Head Club; Northampton County Club.
"She is of so free, so kind, so apt, so blessed a disposition."
With her pleasing manner and splendid disposition. Florence
is a true and loyal friend, one who believes that the way to
have friends is to be one.
LOUISE TYNDALL
Kinston, N. C.
Lanier Society; Athletic Association, '25, '26; Lenoir
County Club, '25, '26; Business Manager L. A. C. Club, '26;
Proctor.
"Attractive and sweet
And hard to beat;
Interested and true, and if she likes you, will stand by you."
Louise has intelligence, determination, endurance, and
a keen sense of humor. You need not go further, if it's for
a real true pal you are searching.
BERTHA TYSON
Saratoga, N. C.
Poe Society; Athletic Association.
Bertha is just a dear little friend,
With a dimple in her chin,
And with her happy little grin,
She is always sure to win."
Bertha is a wide-awake, studious girl, liked by all. She
loves mischief, and plays many pranks on unsuspecting classmates.
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ELIZABETH TYSON
Ayden, N. C.
Lanier Society; Proctor; Athletic Association:
Pitt County Club.
"Life without laughing is a weary blank."
There is a ray of sunshine to be found in the darkest
places when Elizabeth is around. She possesses a wonderful
personality which leads you to love her, for by her winning
ways she has won a place in the heart of everyone who knows her.
MELBA WARREN
Burlington, N. C.
Lanier Society; Athletic Association, '26; Class President,
'25; Class Editor of The Tecoan, '26; Secretary of
Lanier Society, '26; Krammers Club, '26; Tennis Club, '26;
Hiking Club, '26.
"You can live without knowledge, you can live wihtout books,
But civilized men cannot live without cooks."
Good cooks did you say? You know that's Melba. She
evidently knows the way to reach a man's heart to perfection,
for she has a "string of admirers" that would reach from here to-er-.
Aside from this peculiar gift all her own, Melba is endowed with an
unlimited supply of "pen," an inestimable quality of "ready wit" and
determination. She is a high-minded student and everybody's friend. Melba
is Melba and she's all right! She has proven very efficient in the many
offices she has held for the past two years.
MABEL E. WARREN
Littleton, N. C.
Lanier Society; Halifax County Club.
"If ever she knew an evil thought,
She spoke no evil word."
Always cheerful and gay, that's Mabel. Her winning
ways have won her many friends at East Carolin. Her
good nature, congenial smile and perseverance combine to
make her one of the most loyal of the Class of '26.
ELIZABETH WATSON
Hamer, S. C.
Lanier Society; Member South Carolina Club, '25, '26.
"She is wise if I can judge of her, and fair she is, if that
mine eyes are there,
And true she is, as she has proved herself."
If you've heard of girls with intelligent minds,
If you've heard of girls who are dear,
If you've heard of girls with quiet refinement,
Then this is 'Lib' a friend sincere.
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JOHNNIE WATSON
Pine Level, N. C.
Lanier Society; Athletic Association; Secretary of
Johnston County Club.
Whistling, laughing, or singing a song,
Happy and contented she jogs along."
A more wonderful personality you would have to search
hard to find. She is gentle, kind and thoughtful. This
combination of her lovable qualities, together with her winning
smile, has gained for her a coveted place among her classmates.
ELLEN F. WEEKS
Clinton, N. C.
Lanier Society.
"She is always quiet and dignified."
Ellen is one of our quiet, studious girls from Sampson
county. She is a very quiet and reserved girl, and those of
us who are lucky enough to know her say, "To know Ellen
is to love her." She is always sincere, and stands well in her class.
MARGARET WESTON
Lake Landing, N. C.
Poe Society.
"A big heart always wishing to do right and be friends with everybody."
The way to have friends is to be one, that is why Margaret has won the
friendship of all those who know her.
ANNA WETHINGTON
Grifton, N. C.
Lanier Society; Pitt County Club.
"Impulsive, earnest, quick to act,
And makes her generous thought a fact."
Anna is a good student, loves a good time and has a
merry soul whose mirth is contagious. Her winning ways
are true, her conduct blameless, and will hold a permanent
place in the hearts of her East Carolina friends.
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MARJORIE GENEVIEVE WILLIAMS
Clayton, N. C.
"Love is the perfect sum of all delight."
Margie is hard to beat, as sweet and fine a girl as can
be found in the Class of '26. 'Though a bit mischievous she
may sometimes be, her spirit of comradeship and unselfishness
has won for her a host of friends at East Carolina.
Though she now says that she will teach, we say that she will teach-one-.
EUNICE WILLIAMS
Parmelee, N. C.
Poe Society; Martin County Club.
"Sometimes we find hearts that are big,
Always willing to give their all,
In the heart of this girl, we find
Ideals that will never fall."
With her persistent determination she is bound to win.
She is always happy and ready for fun, which can be told
by one glance at her eye. Good luck to you, Eunice, and
may success be ever yours.
LYDIA MARIE WILLIS
Atlantic, N. C.
Lanier Society.
"Character is like a diamond that scratches every other stone."
Lydia is a ray of sunshine, the kind of a girl that makes
you feel better when you meet her. Her cheerfulness, continual
talking, and singing makes her a noted one in her class.
Her ambition is to have a college education and always to be happy.
MARIE WILLIAMS
Kinston, N. C.
Poe Society; Lenoir County Club.
"Quiet in nature, jolly in play,
Marie is a dear, sweet girl in every way."
"Ree" is as quiet and placid as the night breeze. She is
always ready to do her duty, and is a girl whom everyone
may depend on to do the right thing. She possesses a wonderful
personality which leads one to love her.
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Swan Quarter, N. C.
Lanier Society; Hyde County Club.
"Kind and pleasant, full of fun
Loving and thoughtful to everyone,
You couldn't find any better
Or sweeter girl in East Carolina
Than dear little Miriam."
MOZELLE FRANKLYN WORKMAN
Hillsboro, N. C.
Lanier Society; Proctor.
"A disposition so sweet and a character so sound,
Beauty so charming and manner so kind,
A better pal, no one could find."
It is possible for a girl to have a million admirable
qualities, Mozelle has a million of them. Good descriptive
adjectives are exhaustible when it comes to describing her.
CATHARINE FISHER
Battleboro, N. C.
Lanier Society; Secretary Edgecombe County Club; More
Eaters Club, '24; Proctor, '24.
"Love her? Well, I guess I do;
Love her mighty fond and true,
Love her better every day,
Dunno why-it's just her way."
"Kat" has been a member of "our" great family only since
Christmas, but in this short while, she has won the love of
all who know her. Her dainty, neat appearance and her attractive,
winsome manner fill us all with envy, and have won for her the
chief place in somebody's heart. All these things are admirable, but
the reason we love her is because-well, it's just her way.
OPHELIA FLOYD
Fairmont, N. C.
Lanier Society; Robeson County Club.
"Sweet, true, and always kind,
A better pal no one could find."
Ophelia is just an "all around" girl whom we love. She
possesses the quality of being the same wherever you see her
and this wins for her quick and lasting friends. She is always
ready for play when her duties are done.
LILLIE FOGLEMAN
High Point, N. C.
Lanier Society; Athletic Association: Proctor.
"To see her is to admire her;
To know her is to love her."
A girl whose ideals claim the highest; a girl whose nature
is above reproach; a girl whose friendship is prized by many-
such is the girl whose name stands above.
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HISTORY OF SENIOR NORMAL CLASS
If ye would hear a college story told
By one who loves the golden days of yore,
She spent within the bound'ries fair of that
Beloved school ye call E. C. T. C.,
Then give ye heed to the chronicles of what
Ye will agree to be a class of pow'r
And loyalty, of worthy work, of fun
And mirthful gayety. Such class behold
In the lengthy roll of Nineteen Twenty-Six.
Eleven score were we when eagerly
On September twenty-third we came
To our beloved Alma Mater here.
And enrolled beneath the banner fair
Of the Junior Normal Class, and soon became
Well known, for short, by our class name, the "C's."
We organized our class at last, and chose
Bright Helen Lewis for president.
Thus we began our happy gatherings
And many joys and strange experiences.
All Hallows came around at last; then we
With faces all by dominoes obscur'd
Right merrily went forth to festival.
In previous years it was the custom gay,
For "C's" and "D's" on each Thanksgiving Day
To see whose basketball could win the game.
On the happy day we gathered all our force
Around the court to watch the tournament.
Alas! we did receive disappointment sore.
For the other team was proven stronger far.
The Christmas holidays next passed away.
Then back to work we steadily did go;
And very soon with one accord we chose
Wee Robert Fitzgerald our mascot true.
In full array and peacock proud, we bought
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A ring to signify our rank and class.
And then in social mood, to the "D's" we gave
Our tickets complimentary to an hour
Of beautiful reading by Miss Everts.
In May our team of basketball redeemed
Its name, proving strongest on the field.
To us thus came the prize-silver cup,
And jealous were our conquered foes.
So June the second brought our closing day,
And most joyful began vacation days.
For three long happy moons at home.
Again, September twenty-ninth, we came
To this our Alma Mater dearer grown.
Two hundred now were we. Some returned not
To take the place they held the year before.
October-the Touley Opera Company
Presented under "D" class auspices.
An opera grand to girls and public, too.
In that eventful month we chose Dell Pope
To wear the dignity of president.
Then during April's gay and happy days,
A play, we did present with great success.
Relentless time kept pressing faster on.
E'er driving hard our college days away
To distant lands of memory so dear.
For June the seventh brought Class Day's program
And swiftly June the eighth arriv'd
With its dear joy and sorrows sweet entwined.
This day to us were given diplomas fair.
We bade to Alma Mater good-byes sad;
Much longer fain we would have lingered here;
To stronger calls we turned reluctant hearts.
For we are bound to the dear and friendly halls
From whence we bear the fair ensign of truth,
Which our beloved Alma Mater dear
Has trusted us to bear for hence throughout
The land where duty says, "Here ye must serve."
-Maude Clay.
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PEP
STYLE
INDEPENDENCE
DIGNITY
KNOWLEDGE
Senior Normal Statistics
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CHARM
LOVE
BEST KNOWN
FUN
WIT
Senior Normal Statistics
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LAST WILL AND TESTAMENT OF THE SENIOR NORMAL CLASS
State of North Carolina,
County of Pitt,
Town of Greenville.
WE, the Senior Normal Class of 1926, East Carolina Teachers College,
being of sound health and disposing in mind and memory; realizing
our human frailities and being fully aware that through the hour
glass of youth the sand is constantly flowing; knowing that when the last grain
has trickled through we too will pass over the Great Divide into another life;
full sensitive to the fact that upon our passing there will be some things that
must remain, we do declare and publish this, our Last Will and Testament,
hereby expressly revoking any and all wills heretofore made by us.
Section I
Article 1.-To our Alma Mater we wish to express our sincerest love. We,
the Class of '26, wish the fact to be known that we will ever be true to the
ideals that have been so faithfully instilled in us during our college life.
Article 2.-We bequeath to our Alma Mater our experience, the best of all
teachers, in order that she may use it for the benefit of future seekers of
knowledge.
Article 3.-To our parents who have borne the financial burden of all our
bills, trips, tuitions, matriculations, etc., we leave our records as model
daughters and our ever-present appreciation.
Article 4.-To our faculty, the members of which have toiled so patiently
with us through our many trials and guided us hopefully through many a doubtful
hour and placed within our reach such an abundance of opportunities,
we extend our deepest gratitude.
Article 5.-To our beloved President, Mr. Wright, we leave a promise from
the gods, that he may always be youthful in thoughts and spirit and by being
so give to our successors the full advantage we have enjoyed.
Article 6.-To Mr. Austin, in appreciation for numerous services he has
rendered us, we promise to be ideal teachers, always remembering our aims.
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Section II
Article 1.-To the Junior Normal class we leave an abundance of note books
on all subjects, with an additional copy of the book entitled, "How to Study,"
by Weno Likee.
Article 2.-To the Freshmen we impart our secrets on how to look pretty,
be witty an wise.
Article 3.-To the Sophomores we leave a typed copy (one each) of all
rules and regulations to help them remember they have a long road to travel
before they reach the pinnacle of privileges etc.
Article 4.-To the Juniors we leave all our dignities and responsibilities,
fully aware of the fact that they will be of use in the near future.
Section III
We, the Class of '26, do make and declare the following assingments of
personal poperty:
1. I, Ada Belle Sessoms, leave my bank account which consists of one
single "Bill" to Helen Newell.
2. I, Annie Rowe House, leave me surplus pounds of flesh to Helen
Stearne, sincerely hoping that she will use them as wisely as I have.
3. I, Frances Mitchell, bequeath my popularity with the student council to
any Freshman who thinks she can bear it.
4. I, Jennie Aiken, leave my pen to any Junior Normal student possessing
my skill in writing for the Teco Echo.
5. I, Margaret Lee Jones, tearfully leave Iola Tankard.
6. I, Dell Pope, leave my incessant blushing to the roots of my hair.
7. We, Iula and Iola Britt, leave our ability to keep everyone guessing
(which is which), to any and all twins at East Carolina.
8. I, Mary Emma Bizzell, leave my baby talk to any "C" who thinks she
can get away with it.
9. I, Ethel Prevatt, leave my love for sport and my ability as an athlete to
Evelyn Cahoon.
10. I, Martha Hassell hereby leave town before anyone who reads the
foregoing testations.
-Martha Hassell
Class Testatrix, '26.
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SENIOR NORMAL CLASS PROPHECY
It was the hour of midnight and I, weary with the cares of my position,
walked alone in the forest. All unafraid I walked until I came to a
large opening where in the center of this space, looking into her cauldron,
sat a witch, mumbling magic-like words to herself. Upon hearing footsteps, she turned.
"And what do you want?" she said to me.
"Oh, I have such a responsibility." said I, "I wish to know what has happened
to all of my classmates. You see, it has been twenty-five years since last
we met and I know not how to start in finding them. Can you not help me?"
"Will you be seated?" she said to me.
Then she began pouring unknown ingredients into the pot and meanwhile chanting the magic words:
"Bubble, bubble, toil and trouble,
Fire burn and cauldron bubble.
In this pot the fates are fixed
Of the members of the Class of '26."
And this is what she told me:
Dell Pope, upon graduation, received many offers of good positions in the
teaching world. She taught for a while in the schools of Raleigh but is now
Associate Editor of the News and Observer. She was surprised to find her
friend, Fannie Lowe, as one of the advertising managers.
Melba Warren succumbed to an attack of the heart soon after graduation
and they say that the wedding was one of the most magnificent in North Carolina.
Her former roommate, Ursula Bateman, was maid of honor, and several
of the Class of '26 were present at the wedding. Among them were Jennie L.
Oliver, Mary E. Bryan, Elizabeth Newsome and Josie Proctor.
In 1945. the Teco Echo published the following news: "Friends of East
Carolina will be glad to know that Miss Linda Cobb has been elected to the Chair
of Bible of the Southern Baptist Seminary, Louisville, Ky. Misses Frances
Mitchell and Betty Bond are teachers of evangelistic work in the same institution."
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Ada Bell Sessoms is quite happy as chief of the fire department in Norfolk,
Va. Alice Jones is assistant fire chief and prominent members of their
company arc Anna McNeill, Mary E. Bizzell, LaRue Floyd, Eloise Sasser,
Martha Spivey and Louise Bell.
Effie Strawn is county superintendent of Pitt County schools. Ellie
Phifer and Leathea Bazemore are office assistants to this all important woman,
and Elva Maness, Myra Mayo, Catherine McKenzie, Willie Robinson, Lessi
Rose and Mae Rice are under her employment.
It is particulary interesting to find out about Martha Hassell, Josie Early
and Genevieve Baucom. It is well known that they have experimented for years
on the best methods of teaching mathematics. They have finally decided on the
best ways and are all prominent members of the faculty of Caswell Training School.
Mildred Smith is now on the stage, playing as double to Mrs. Beckwith.
Hildegarde Roberts, Clyde Hooks, Eula Mae Nelson, Margaret Weston and
Mabel Warren are members of the same company. They are widely known and
are very successful players.
Gertrude Newsome is serving a term as Mayor of Franklin, Va. Her town
clerk is Nellie Triplett, and her chief adviser is Miriam Williams. Lydia Willis
is foreign representative.
Pauline Moore, Julia Tyler, Helen Edwards, Elfrieda Gouger and Frances
Herring have finally succeeded in getting in the Barnum & Bailey Circus.
They are listed to appear in Greenville sometime soon.
Edna Love is a prominent lawyer of Burlington, N. C. She has recently
won out in a case in which Virginia Hicks, Nannie Lee Royster and Ellen Hines
were tried for placing their weiner and barbecue stand on the main thoroughfares of that city.
Ethel Prevatt, who holds the title of being the world's lightweight champion,
and her traveling companion, Lottie McClenny, are now touring the Orient.
From recent letters we learn that they were overjoyed at meeting Eloise Lewis,
Mary Virginia Kilpatrick, Chrystelle Lucas, Ellen Jones, Florence Hicks and
Leona Jarvis who are tobacco saleswomen and at present are in India.
Also from China and Africa we hear that a large number of our class are
teaching the "heathen Chinee." They are: Mary Margaret Hudson Homoselle
McCorkle, Minnie Lee Lanier, Myrtle Knox, Lillie Fogleman and Rubye Kilpatrick.
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Annie Rowe House was successful in her profession, but she was soon
captivated and is living a life of happy captivity near Clayton.
Prue Lineburger has recently announced her candidacy as next governor
of Iowa. Annie Lee Howard and Catherine Fisher are her campaign managers.
Emma Bennett, Frances Barringer, Iula Britt, Mae Seagrove, Roma Morris,
Hilda Hare, Mary Beverly, Myrtle Lewis and Mildred Mattocks are Shakespearean
interpreters, specializing in "As You Like It."
Louisa Joyner, we hear, was the leading lady in the late Broadway hit,
"Take Me Now or Never."
Jennie Aiken, one of the idle rich at Miami Beach, has in her employment
Julia Felton as chauffeur; Elizabeth Johnson, captain of her private yacht,
running chiefly from Miami to Cuba; Hettie Braswell, Jessie Bazemore, and Margie
Caldwell, interior decoraters; and Sue Bryan, Izona Currin and Ophelia Floyd,
skin and beauty specialists.
Frances Pollock is now editor of Fashionable Dress and her shop models are
Hattie M. Pitt, Grace Peterson, Ruth Stanton, India Rouse, Margaret Robinson
and Ramona Ray.
Marjorie Williams is enjoying the contentment of married life.
Pat Baggette, Carrie Lee Arnold, Lelia Bullock and Eloise Credle
are prominent in our papers just now as dashing divorcees.
Pauline Currin, Blanche Fitzgerald, Lois Dalrymple, Ora Bright,
Iola Britt and Mildred Boyette all took to the hills and are popular
bootleggers of that section.
Maude Clay has just completed a ten-volume history of North Carolina.
She is to succeed Miss Sallie Joyner Davis at East Carolina Teachers College.
Ann Dellinger is running as the fat lady in Sparks Circus.
Bessie Abbott and Ethel Everett are joint owners of a ranch in Wyoming,
and their helpers are Christine Adams, Eula Collier, Irene Etheridge and Ruth Bryant.
Mary Colson, Kathleen Griffin, Lucy Hanks, Bessie Owens and Clarice
Lewter have gained a vast fortune from selling their new compound which
makes the hair curl naturally. After using this compound for several times
Blannie Morris, Helen M. Lewis, Faye Johnson, Minnie Hart Mae Midgette, Leota
Robinson and Orphie Rogers were able to join the Ziegfeld Follies.
Catherine Smith, Mae Martin, Ella Tucker Smith and Annie Phipps have
charge of an Old Maids' Home in Richmond. They expect Mary Lee Pittman
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to join them soon because she says that being animal tamer in a New York zoo
is too much for her at her age.
Sadie Neal, Kate McKernon, Ethel McCormick, and Myrtle Mason are
Salvation Army lassies, while Cleo Sauls, Mary Robinson and Lola Smith
are welfare workers and especially interested in convicts.
Ruby Menius and Sadie R. McCoy are the inventors of the new
"Last-a-week" paint so popular with the girls just now.
"Teenie" King and Catherine Grantham are walking advertisements of
before-and-after-taking Dr. Barker's exercise. Miss Grantham sings her
praise of this wonderful invention.
To the centennial celebration of East Carolina Teachers College last year
came many of the '26 graduates. Among the gifted orators were Rev. Elgia
Hocutt, pastor of Buies Creek Baptist Church; Prof. Eleanor Lane, professor
of geography at Asheville Normal; Hon. Nell Joyner, prominent lawyer of
Raleigh; Dr. Mary Moye Carper, world-wide known as the only real doctor for
heart disease. Willie Lee Spivey, of Louisburg College, opened the centennial
occasion with a prayer. She brought her family with her.
Among other members of our class who came back to their Alma Mater
were: Dovie Burnett, gym teacher at Saratoga High School; Annie Bell
Daughtry, junior leader of the Swathmore Chautauqua; Maude Carter, trained
nurse of the Belleuve Hospital, New York City; Betty Rose Taylor, Aline
Thomas and Pearl Freeman, bareback riders of Ringling Brothers Show; Doris McKey,
chief of police at Mooresville, N. C.; Elizabeth Evans, Edna Davenport and Reba
Howard, returned missionaries from China; Julia Toler and Louise Tyndall,
African distributors of Hoyt's Select Perfume; Anna Wethington, leading
photographer of Greenville, succeeding Baker; Rebecca Thigpen and Elizabeth
Watson, managers of a cleaning and pressing club in Wilson. Mozelle Workman
succeeds Miss Morton as lady principal and is now teaching the dear girls
the blessings of dignity.
When she had spoken the last word, I sat very still, hoping that she might
tell me some little something about myself-but no-just then I was aroused
by someone coming down the hall and singing as though 'twould burst their lungs,
"Don't Wake Me Up, Let Me Dream." Also a sudden shake on the shoulder
and a quick voice saying;
"Pray, get up. Will you sleep all day? Don't you know that it is now
nine-thirty and we are to practice our class exercises at ten?"
Upon looking up, I saw my roommate, and after collecting my thoughts
I decided that it was only June 7, 1926, and tomorrow was graduation
I had been dreaming.
-MARGARERT LEE JONES, '26.
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SILHOUETTE
The sky-line melts from russet into blue,
Unbroken the horizon, saving where
A wreath of smoke curls up the far, thin air,
And points the distant lodges of the Sioux.
Etched where the lands and cloudlands touch and die
A solitary Indian tepee stands.
The only habitation of these lands.
That roll their magnitude from sky to sky.
The tent poles lift and loom in faint relief.
The upward floating smoke ascends between,
And near the open doorway, gaunt and lean.
And shadow-like, there stands an Indian chief.
With eyes that lost their lustre long ago,
With visage fixed and stern as fate's decree,
He looks towards the empty west, to see
The never-coming herd of buffalo.
Only the bones that bleach upon the plains.
Only the fleshless skeletons that lie
In ghastly nakedness and silence, cry
Out mutely that naught else to him remains.
-TEKAHIONWAKE.
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Kenneth Lane Henderson
Mascot of Junior Class
If any class has a mascot that's better
In any quality that you may name.
Won't you please let us see him, for ours
Is the best on the campus, we claim.
"Like father, like son," is the saying,
And this case, it's true, for the lad
Has affection of the Juniors, that only
Is rivaled by that for his Dad.
We are proud of our class now, and we think
That Kenneth to spur us ahead,
We can do greater things for the college
Than we could, had we not known this lad.
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JUNIOR CLASS
Colors: Blue and Gold
Flower: Pansy
Motto: "Esse Quam Videri"
OFFICERS
Gladys Kilpatrick, President
Ella Fleming, Vice-President
Laura Sloan, Secretary
Emma Jacobs, Treasurer
Zilpah Frisbie, Critic
Hortense Mozingo, The Tecoan Representative
Mamie Copeland, Student Government Representative
Mamie Copeland, Cheer Leader
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VIRGINIA BLOUNT
Faison, N. C.
Lanier
"She is just the sweetest girl."
ALVERTA BRENDLE
Booneville, N. C.
Poe
"Success comes through labor."
BEAULAH CARR
Rose Hill, N. C.
Poe
"Here is one whose heart is noble, whose
thoughts are pure, whose deeds are kind,
and whose hands are helpful."
MAMIE COPELAND
Woodland, N. C.
Lanier
"A sunshine heart, a soul for song,
Love for hate, and right for wrong."
ELLA FLEMING
Greenville, N. C.
Poe
"Efficient in scholarship,
Well I'll say;
A dear little friend in every way."
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ZILPAH FRISBIE
Marion, N. C.
Poe
"The girl who wins, is the girl who works,
The girl who works while the others shirk."
NORA LEE GADDY
Wingate, N. C.
Poe
"Her happy disposition, her pleasant smile
Have won her friends for many a mile."
LOUISE GRISSOM
Hendersonville, N. C.
Poe
"Here's to a girl who has a heart full of love
and sympathy. A girl any sweeter would
be hard to find."
MARY HOLT
Pink Hill, N. C.
Lanier
"A girl so sweet, so generous, true and kind
That many come a friend in her to find
And with it all she has a brilliant mind."
EMMA JACOBS
Elizabeth City, N. C.
Lanier
"Sweet, true, and always kind.
A sweeter pal no one could find."
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VIOLA JONES
Stem, N. C.
Poe
"Not too serious, not too gay,
But loyal and true in every way."
RUBY KNOWLES
Woodward, N. C.
Lanier
"She's kind, she's modest, sincere and true.
More studious, more generous than most of you."
GLADYS KILPATRICK
Brevard, N. C.
Poe
"A girl whose capability needs no one to defend,
The very best of leaders and the truest kind of friend."
PAULINE MARTIN
East Bend, N. C.
Lanier
"To know her is to love her,
To meet her will be great.
So here's to the future,
For it has in 'store her fate."
RUTH McGOWAN
Greenville, N. C.
Poe
"Sweet, true and lovable,
A rare combination of fun and wisdom."
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GERTRUDE MERCER
Fountain, N. C.
Poe
"Clever, attractive, and never blue,
When you're with her, you're happy too."
MARY GRAY MOORE
New Bern, N. C.
Poe
"Worth, courage, honor-these indeed your
sustenance and birthright."
HORTENSE MOZINGO
Wilson, N. C.
Poe
"There are some girls who can and will not;
There are some who are willing and cannot,
But the friend we all like, is the girl of this type
Who both can and will help when yon ask it."
GLADYS PARSONS
New Bern, N. C.
"Perhaps you will find a more capable, deserving
and lovable girl, but I doubt it."
ELOISE RIGGS
South Mills, N. C.
"Of manner gentle; to friends sincere."
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LAURA SLOAN
Wallace, N. C.
Lanier
"Sweet, unassuming, sincere in all she does."
BESSIE SUMERELL
Grifton, N. C.
Lanier
"Was not the face made to wear a sunny
smile, and the heart to be tender and true."
MILDRED TEAL
McFarland, N. C.
Lanier
"Faithful and honest, kind and true,
Dates in history will she ever pursue."
GLADYS TINGLE
Merritt, N. C.
Poe
"A mind to conceive, a heart to understand
and a hand to execute."
ELLA WHEELER TUCKER
Grifton, N. C.
Lanier
"If you've heard of girls with intelligent minds,
If you've heard of girls who are dear,
If you've heard of girls with gifts of all kinds,
Then this is 'Wheeler,' a friend sincere."
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EFFIE WEST
Statesville, N. C.
"Envious of none, and desirous of pleasing all."
MARGARET WILLIAMS
South Mills, N. C.
Poe
"She's a girl that cooks,
She's a girl that sews,
She'll make her way wherever she goes."
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SOPH0MORE
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Jean Harrington, Sophomore Mascot
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SOPHOMORE CLASS
Colors: Purple and White
Flower: White Rose
Motto: "Not failure, but low aim is crime."
LIVING MONUMENTS
If we can live again when life is o'er.
Not take again this earthly form of ours.
But in the minds and hearts of little children
Our lives need no monuments or towers.
If by our plan of living we succeed
In giving unto little ones we guide
Some tiny spark of faith, and love, and duty.
Then we can rest-our hopes satisfied.
If we can make our world a trifle better.
And by our living, give to those we've taught;
Then on cold-faced marble sing our praise,
But rather, living, by the good we've wrought.
It is a call-a call of little children
From everywhere, by those whom we hold dear.
To teach the things of life-of worth and goodness.
We hear the call and answer without fear,
"North Carolina, we are here."
-Bessie Willis, '28.
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SOPHOMORE CLASS OFFICERS
Annie Batts, Enfield N. C., Vice-President
Doralita Larkins, Clinton, N. C., Secretary
Lucille Britt, Clinton, N. C., Treasurer
Bessie Willis, Goldsboro, N. C., Poet
Ethel Spratt, Dysartville, N. C., President
Ruby Yelverton, Black Creek, N. C.,Representative on Council
Nancye Hinson, Kinston, N. C., TECOAN Representative
Mary Cummings, Kinston, N. C., Cheer Leader
Carrie Lee Peele, Williamston, N. C., Sergeant-at-Arms
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LUCILE ALLEN
Durham, N. C.
VERA WESTER
Franklinton, N. C.
MARY BANKS
Grantsboro, N. C.
INA BISHOP
Jacksonville, N. C.
MARY CAMPBELL
Sanford, N. C.
FANN CAVIN
Troutman, N. C.
CATHERINE CLARK
Elizabethtown, N. C.
BRONNIE COGDELL
Goldsboro, N. C.
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BERTHA COOPER
Washington, N. C.
DOROTHY CURRIN
Greenville, N. C.
LOUISE EVANS
Greenville, N. C.
KATHLEEN FAISON
Faison, N. C.
SABRA GARRISS
Wilson, N. C.
SARAH GURLEY
Goldsboro N. C.
GOLDIE HARRELL
Moyock, N. C.
MILDRED HERRING
Clinton, N. C.
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MARY HOCUTT
Clayton, N. C.
LAVA HOWARD
Statesville, N. C.
EVELYN HUTCHESON
Raleigh, N. C.
RUTH JONES
Stem, N. C.
JANIE BELL JOHNSON
Rose Hill, N. C.
ANNE KANOY
Kernersville, N. C.
CAROLINE MACON
Henderson, N. C.
RUTH MEWBORN
Grifton, N. C.
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ANNA OUTLAND
Woodland, N. C.
MILDRED PETWAY
Enfield, N. C.
ROSINA PITTMAN
Scotland Neck, N. C.
MARY BELLE ROBESON
Robersonville, N. C.
NINA RUTH ROUSE
Kinston, N. C.
RUTH RHYNE
Bessemer City, N. C.
JULIA SATTERTHWAITE
Pactolus, N. C.
MARGARET SHAW
Rocky Point, N. C.
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ALMA SMITH
Lemon Spring, N. C.
DELMA SMITH
Farmville, N. C.
ELIZABETH SMITH
Henderson, N. C.
MARY LOUISE TURNER
Smithfield, N. C.
IDA TOWNSEND
Fair Bluff, N. C.
INEZ VAN DYKE
Greenville, N. C.
LILLIAN TRIPP
Ayden, N. C.
LELIA ASKEW
Woodland, N. C.
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THE PLACID SOPHOMORE
With a book in my lap and in my hand a flower,
Thus I sat by my window during study hour.
I saw how the Senior was enjoying life.
And then I thought of the Sophomore's strife.
I saw the Junior with her haughty looks,
Then my mind once more returned to my books.
I envy them not their joys and their thrills-
(Not any more than the taking of pills).
I'll have my own pleasures some far off day,
If I continue my course in the good old way-
Since in their pleasure I cannot swirl
Let me be like the average Sophomore girl.
There are Seniors and Juniors both good and bad;
Some are very happy and others are as sad.
The Senior-she loves her privileges many;
(But I envy her not-no not any).
The Junior-she simply dotes on her looks.
While the placid Sophomore returns to her books.
These Seniors and Juniors, good and bad (like me).
Are just as interesting as they can be.
They're careless, they're accurate, they're slow, they're fast,
And somehow they always manage to pass.
But let the second year student her banner unfurl.
For she is the average Sophomore girl.
-Mary Fleta Campbell, '28.
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FRESHMAN
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FRESHMAN CLASS
OFFICERS
Class Colors: Green and White
Class Flower: Lily-of-the-Valley
Class Motto: "Not less than best."
Annie Shields Van Dyke, President
Mary Frances Jenkins, Vice-President
Lillian Colson, Secretary
Eunice Richardson, Treasurer
Evelyn Ewell, S. G. A. Representative
Alice Foley, TECOAN Representative
Nell Foote, Poet
Lucille Sermons, Critic
FRESHMAN CLASS POEM
We are loyal Freshmen, Class of '29;
From every part of N. C. State
We come, with ideas fine.
There are many of us, two full score and more,
Who bring our lives to thee, E. C.,
And lay them at thy door.
We'll nobly strive, our dear E. C., our purpose to fulfill;
We'll give our very best to thee
And try our niche to fill.
We chose thee, our dear College, because thou art the best;
We'll ever keep thy standards high,
And ever wave them o'er the rest.
And so, dear East Carolina, our very lives are thine,
To have and use for thy great good
And mold and make more fine.
-Nell Foote, '29.
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THE FRESHMEN CLASS
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ROLL
Rebecca Alexander Mildred Mangum
Ada Allen Elizabeth Murphy
Elizabeth Austin Louise Overman
Oma Fae Barnhill Margaret Pickett
Bess Barnhardt Sadie Perry
Julia D. Blount Virginia Perkins
Wilma Cox Gertrude Renfrew
Lillian Colson Thelma Rowl
Frances Dixon Eunice Richardson
Evelyn Ewell Emily Smithwick
Margaret Faison Martha Stewart
Alice Foley Clyde Stokes
Olivia Forbes Viola Scott
Nell Foote Lucille Sermons
Masal Fry Gertrude Styron
Sarah Fussell Carrie Smith
Carrie L. Grimes Clara L. Spruill
Sudie Harriet Vallie Sumrell
Odessa Hilliard Effie Tripp
May Henderson Evelyn Tillman
Claire Jones Annie S. Van Dyke
Sarah B. Jenkins Lynette Warren
Mary F. Jenkins Grace Wells
Julia Lancaster Mary E. White
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MAE MEADOWS
Mascot of Junior Normal Class
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Velma Talton, Secretary
Dixie Taylor, President
Helen Haskins, Vice-President
Mabel Regan, Treasurer
Elise Dunn, Class Editor
Mary Grace Lyon, Critic
Clyda Woodard, Teco Echo Representative
Annie L. Brinkley, Representative On Council
Junior Normal Class Officers
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JUNIOR NORMAL CLASS-SECTION A
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JUNIOR NORMAL CLASS
SECTION A
Bell, Mrs. Emily
Scotland Neck, N. C.
Bryan, Emma
Burgaw, N. C.
Brown, Emily Cobb
Greenville, N. C.
Clark, Julia
Elizabethtown, N. C.
Dunn, Elise
Enfield, N. C.
Dupree, Margaret
Greenville, N. C.
Edmondson, Pattie
Williamston, N. C.
Ellis, Dorothy
White Oak, N. C.
Ellis, Sallie
White Oak, N. C.
Everette, Ellen
Robersonville, N. C.
Gay, Elizabeth Mason
Jackson, N. C.
Hooks, Mary Lee
Kinley, N. C.
Geddie, Canolia
Erwin, N. C.
Hudson, Ruth
Oxford, N. C.
Kahn, Irene Sara
Hamlet, N. C.
Lipscomb, Rebekah
Milton, N. C.
Marks, Alma
Scotland Neck, N. C.
McInnis, Mabel
Gibson, N. C.
Meadows, Jessie
Pollocksville, N. C.
Moore, Sara Evelyn
Matthews, N. C.
Morton, Jean Johnston
Wilmington, N. C.
Moore, Rachel
Whitakers, N. C.
Patrick, Mrs. Sybil H.
Grifton, N. C.
Phillips, Marjorie
Washington, N. C.
Roebuck, Sallie
Robersonville, N. C.
Sexton, Valeria
Enfield, N. C.
Smith, Earle
Gerian, N. C.
Stark, Willie Lee
Townsville, N. C.
Staton, Ethel
Marshville, N. C.
Tatum, Edna
Ingold, N. C.
Turner, Nellie
Mebane, N. C.
Vick, Sara L.
Woodland, N. C.
Viverette, Dorothy
Enfield, N. C.
Walston, Lillian
Scotland Neck, N. C.
Walston, Mary Elizabeth
Woodland, N. C.
Watson, Virginia
Jonesboro, N. C.
Williams, Sybil
Pollocksville, N. C.
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JUNIOR NORMAL CLASS
SECTION B
Allen, Elizabeth
Aurora, N. C.
Becton, Audrey Lee
Fremont, N. C.
Blackman, Vera
Selma, N. C.
Boyn, Thelma
Roanoke, N. C.
Brown, Mary Arue
Bethel, N. C.
Cable. Alta Lee
Clayton, N. C.
Creech, Mildred
Selma, N. C.
Dula, Louise
Wilkesboro, N. C.
Evans, Rubelle
Greenville, N. C.
Fulghum, Sadie
Selma, N. C.
Hendren, Hope
Wilkesboro, N. C.
Hines, Mildred
Black Mountain, N. C.
Jones, Elizabeth
Greenville, N. C.
Kiser, Elva E.
Bessemer City, N. C.
Lloyd, Evelyn
Hillsboro, N. C.
McMillan, Mary Belle
Red Springs, N. C.
Mitchell, Mary Eugenia
Hillsboro, N. C.
Myers, Wilmer
Orlanda, N. C.
Newell, Helen R.
Reidsville, N. C.
Pelle, Katherine
Gibsonville, N. C.
Peterson, Inez
Savannah, Ga.
Pickett, Clara
Warsaw, N. C.
Pittard, Mittilulah
Hester, N. C.
Powell, Jeanette
Enfield, N. C.
Ratcliffe, Virginia
Raleigh, N. C.
Regan, Mabel C.
Lumberton, N. C.
Short, Evelyn
Fremont, N. C.
Smith, Alice L.
Hillsboro, N. C.
Spivey, Annie
Rich Square, N. C.
Stewart, Johnnie Lee
Dunn, N. C.
Strickland, Winnie West
Kinston, N. C.
Swain, Meredith Louise
Raleigh, N. C.
Talton, M. Velma
Selma, N. C.
Tankard, Iola
Washington, N. C.
Taylor, Nannie Alice
Kinston, N. C.
Temple, Ruth E.
Dunn, N. C.
Tomlinson, Vera
Wilson, N. C.
Troy, Pauline
Wilmington, N. C.
Tucker, Bruce
Greenville, N. C.
Watson, Elizabeth B.
Fayetteville, N. C.
Whitfield, Margaret
Franklinton, N. C.
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JUNIOR NORMAL CLASS
SECTION C
Abernethy, Pauline
Charlotte, N. C.
Alexander, Alma
Kinston, N. C.
Brett, Kate M.
Ahoskie, N. C.
Bridgam, Mattie
Swan Quarter, N. C.
Bryan, Hazel
Pikesville, N. C.
Bryan, Mary L.
Burgaw, N. C.
Batts, Margaret
Rocky Mount, N. C.
Cahoon, Evelyn
Plymouth, N. C.
Coake, Agnes
Jackson, N. C.
Faulk, Flora
McDonald, N. C.
Goodnight, Ruth
Kannapolis, N. C.
Griggs, Garnette
Ruby, S. C.
Harris, Archie M.
Swan Quarter, N. C.
Hicks, Beatrice
Goldsboro, N. C.
Harrell, Helen
Merry Hill, N. C.
James, MaVourneen
South Mills, N. C.
Johnston, Coro
Belhaven, N. C.
Lippard, Pauline
Statesville, N. C.
Macon, Pattie P.
Louisburg, N. C.
Malloy, Margaret
Jonesboro, N. C.
Mann, Lois
Middleton, N. C.
Moore, Lula
Roxboro, N. C.
Moore, Lottie
Morehead City, N. C.
Patton, Annie May
Davidson River, N. C.
Pearce, Edna
South Mills, N. C.
Pierce, Janie B.
Ayden, N. C.
Radford, Betty
Swannanoa, N. C.
Richardson, Surlie
Elizabeth City, N. C.
Robbins, Hilda
Washington, N. C.
Rogers, Ruby K.
Monroe, N. C.
Scott, Elizabeth
Pollocksville, N. C.
Scott, Stella
Pollocksville, N. C.
Sewell, Matidge
Middleton, N. C.
Siler, Maude
Morristown, N. C.
Smith, Janie Rae
Troutman, N. C.
Stearn, Helen
Belhaven, N. C.
Stephens, Gladys
Holly Springs, N. C.
Wall, Mary Emery
Jonesboro, N. C.
Warren, Ertie Boyd
Littleton, N. C.
White, Virginia
Hobgood, N. C.
Martin, Ruth Elizabeth
Jonesboro, N. C.
McCallum, Elizabeth
Rowland, N. C.
McLeod, Reba
Angier, N. C.
McQueen, Sallie
Laurinburg, N. C.
Mitchell, Odell
Walnut Cove, N. C.
Whitehurst, Louise
South Mlils, N. C.
Williams, Christina
South Mills, N. C.
Woodard, Clyda
Kenley, N. C.
Williams. Clora
Beulaville, N. C.
Woodard, Edna
Belhaven, N. C.
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SECTION D
Atkinson, Louise
Greenville, N. C.
Baggette, Mabel
Lewiston, N. C.
Ballance, Lula Inez
North West, Va.
Brinkley, Annie Laurie
Glen Apline, N. C.
Brown, Annie Virginia
Woodville, N. C.
Bryant, Cecile
Elm City, N. C.
Dail, Corinne
Edenton, N. C.
Dudley, Althea
Ayden, N. C.
Edwards, Mamie C.
Snow Hill, N. C.
Elliott, Mary
Hertford, N. C.
Evans, Nannie
Greenville, N. C.
Fuquay, Mary Evelyn
Fuquay Springs, N. C.
Gardner, Myrtle
Angier, N. C.
Green, Cora Lee
Warrenton, N. C.
Haskins, Helen
Kinston, N. C.
Heilig, Mary Smith
Oriental, N. C.
Jenkins, Irma
Rich Square, N. C.
Johnston, Georgia
Greenville, N. C.
Johnson, Lydia Helen
Apex, N. C.
Johnson, Rebecca
Rich Square, N.
Kernodle, Eugenia
Burlington, N. C.
Kilpatrick, Aileen
Kinston, N. C.
Lyon, Mary Grace
Oxford, N. C.
McPherson, Ethel
Haw River, N. C.
Mitchell, Mary M.
Walnut Cove, N. C.
Nichols, E. Christine
Morehead, N. C.
Nichols, Lurline
Durham, N. C.
Norman, Frances
Greenville, N. C.
Oakley, Gertrude
Greenville, N. C.
Overcash, Louanna
Kannapolis, N. C.
Phillips, Gladys
Lucama, N. C.
Pittard, Virginia
Oxford, N. C.
Pullen, Mary
Spring Hope, N. C.
Paul, Eva
Arapahoe, N. C.
Scott, Violet B.
Lucama, N. C.
Smith, Katherine
Red Springs, N. C.
Sykes, Augusta
Columbia, N. C.
Winslow, Anne
Elizabeth City, N. C.
Wood, Martha Rowena
Warrenton, N. C.
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SECTION E
Blackley, Maurine
Franklin, N. C.
Britt, Mary Louise
Hertford, N. C.
Brown, Sarah M.
Rockingham, N. C.
Dunn, Lena
Roberdell, N. C.
Ellerbe, Mary
Rockingham, N. C.
Ferguson, Virginia
Murfreesboro, N. C.
Forbes, Anastacia
Greenville, N. C.
Fuquay, Mamie
Natson, N. C.
Gaskill, Violet
Nanchese, N. C.
Godwin, Mildred
Columbia, N. C.
Hester, Mildred
Greenville, N. C.
Hobgood, Julia
Oxford, N. C.
Holton, Willie Mae
Greenville, N. C.
Harrell, Ruth
Elizabeth City, N. C.
Ipock, Claudia Mae
Cove City, N. C.
Johnson, Gertrude
Kerr, N. C.
Keith, Nolie H.
Willow Springs, N. C.
McDaniel, Christine V.
Kinston, N. C.
McPherson, Ruth
Mebane, N. C.
Mitchell, Maybelle
Goldsboro, N. C.
Moseley, Martha
Kinston, N. C.
Phifer, Ila
Marshville, N. C.
Sermons, Irma T.
Winterville, N. C.
Smith, Annie Lee
Monroe, N. C.
Smith, Geneva
Marietta, N. C.
Taylor, Dixie
New Bern, N. C.
White, Ada J.
Elizabeth City, N. C.
Walker, Sarah Margaret
Fayetteville, N. C.
Walker, Margaret E.
Graham, N. C.
Wells, Harriet E.
Willard, N. C.
West, Ida Laura
Dover, N. C.
West, Juanita
Stantonsburg, N. C.
Whitehurst, Ruth Athleen
Tarboro, N. C.
Whitehurst, Elizabeth
South Mills, N. C.
Wood, Julia Minor
Goldsboro, N. C.
Wynne, Ernestine
Columbia, N. C.
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SECTION F
Blackman, Maude
Smithfield, N. C.
Boyette, Maude
Kenly, N. C.
Brooks, Eloise
Bath. N. C.
Cannon, Susie
Hertford, N. C.
Clayton, Agnes
Brevard, N. C.
Colstin, Tempie
Nashville, N. C.
Cook, Leoria
Kenley, N. C.
Dean, Lillian
Stovall, N. C.
Dozier, Elizabeth
Hertford, N. C.
Grant, Flora
Selma, N. C.
Hart, Sarah
Seaboard, N. C.
Harrell, Faytie
Moyock, N. C.
Hawkes, Gladys
Willow Springs, N. C.
Hughes, Ozie
Colerine, N. C.
Hunt, Grace
Wake Forest, N. C.
Hutchins, Blanche
Oxford, N. C.
Jackson, Rochelle
Copper, N. C.
Kee, Lucile
Pleasant Hill, N. C.
Martin, Effie
Bethel, N. C.
McDaniels, Ethel
Selma, N. C.
Mitchell, Odessie
Colerine, N. C.
Pittman, Inez
Micro, N. C.
Ramsaur, Eva Mae
Winnabow, N. C.
Roberson, Grace
White Oak, N. C.
Sanders, Vivian
Weldon, N. C.
Stephenson, Blanche
Garysburg, N. C.
Thorpe, Jessie
Rosemary, N. C.
Wellons, Asenath
Selma, N. C.
Williams, Martha
Oxford, N. C.
Wyche, Elizabeth
Weldon, N. C.
Whitehurst, Doris
Bethel, N. C.
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JUNIOR NORMAL CLASS POEM
E. C. T. C.'s in Pitt county,
Down right near the sea;
The River Tar, deep and wide,
Washes its wall on the northern side.
A pleasanter spot you never spied
But when begins my ditty,
Now, almost a year ago,
To see the town boys staring so
At girls was a pity.
C's!
They pushed, they shoved, they scared the
"rats," But they were only babies from the cradle.
Hungry? They ate the cheese out of the vats,
And licked the soup from the cooks' own ladles;
The noise they made sounded like cats,
They cried and ruined their Sunday hats,
And even spoiled the teachers' chats
By drowning their speaking
With shrieking and squeaking
In fifty different sharps and flats.
Next morning they to the school house went,
And many hours of waiting there were spent.
"Come in"! a man cried looking bigger;
And in did come the strangest figure!
Many there were with eyes swollen and red,
Yet all over some papers bent their heads.
Questions, questions, it was like a din
And each was answered like prick of a pin.
But the registering was over and out they swarmed
Like thousands of bees when the weather's warm.
Yet lips where smiles went out and in
As they went to dinner like a wolf from his den;
And nobody could a bit admire
The table and its quaint attire.
Ouoth one, "It's beef steak every day,
Cooked in every imaginable way.
Oh, you'll get used to it I pray."
At last the council in a body
To their meeting place came flocking;
"'Tis clear," cried the President, "laws must be made
And as far as our council shocking.
To think the C's get out with a little squirming
Because we can't or won't determine.
What's best to be done about squirming.
Rouse up girls! Give your brain a racking,
Or, sure as Pat, I'll send you packing!"
An hour they sat in council.
At length the President broke the silence,
"It's easy to bid one rack one's brain-
I'm sure my poor head aches again,
I've scratched it so and all in vain.
Oh, for a plan, a plan, a plan!"
Just as she said this what could hap
At the council door but a gentle tap.
"Come in," she cried, and all gave a look
To the door where stood a purple book!
She took it up-looked from cover to head;
Rules! Oh, the Freshies would have a dread.
And so they did, and the rules had to learn
But from then on they knew not to spurn
The little hand book of purple and gold
That rests in their memory a perfect mould.
When into the world we C's will step.
From our Alma Mater here,
Whether we go east, west, north, or south.
We'll hold its memory dear.
Then like a musical adept.
To blow the pipe of praise to her
The College, who over work did never slur.
And on whose books there's never been a blur.
And 'ere three shrill notes the pipe utters
She'll hear as if an army mutters
From the top of the stair, where we C's sing airs
We haven't stared up the steps, but stepped up the stairs.
-Mabel McInnis, '27.
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COLLEGE LIFE AS IT IS
THE campus presented a very peaceful appearance on a certain March afternoon. Girls
in two's and three's stepped briskly along carrying books under their arms and evidently
discussing Rudolph Valentino, fashions, the ouija board, or some other topic of
interest to intellectually inclined college girls. Among these groups of sweater-clad girls
our modern miss stood alone on the steps of the library. It was evident from her chic
costume that she was on her way downtown, and it was just as evident from her attitude
that she was waiting for someone as she stood there drawing on her small brown gauntlets.
Jolly greetings were thrown to her by all who passed.
Just then, two girls around the corner of a building saw the one waiting for them and
let forth yells which shattered the peaceful enchantment of the scene, "Joe, Oh, Joe!"
they cried, "come here quick, we've got something great to tell you."
Josephine soon joined her two roommates, and Mary, the most vivacious of this trio,
hastened to tell the marvelous news. "Uncle George is coming tonight and you know he
promised to take us to the theater."
"Oh, when did you hear from him, Mary?" asked Josephine.
"Just now," was a quick reply, "at least I haven't seen the message yet, but it's in my
room. I met Sue in the hall and she told me it was on my dresser. Isn't it thrilling?
What shall we wear?"
This started a discussion which lasted until they descended from the street car in
front of a millinery store. Three important decisions had been made in the meantime.
Mary must have a new hat, Josephine must have a new hat, Helen must have a new hat. Having
reached these decisions, the only thing which remained was to select three hats suitable in
size, shape, color and price. The remainder of the afternoon was spent in trying on hats
of all descriptions.
Before entering the fifth millinery store, Helen stopped to set her watch by the town
clock and discovered that they had only ten minutes in which to reach the College in time
for dinner. "We'll have to run for our lives," she exclaimed, "if we expect to get anything
to eat tonight and get dressed for the theater." With this they began racing towards the
College, but, tired as they were, they could not refrain from talking about the play they
expected to see that night and of all the fun they would have the next day in telling the
girls about it.
Out of breath they reached the College only to discover that the dining room doors had
been closed. Each of them assumed a blank expression. Soon, however, Mary partially
recovered and endeavored to console the other two hungry girls, "Why should we worry over
that?" she asked. "Isn't Uncle George coming tonight? Of course he'll see that we get
somehing to eat downtown. Let's hurry up now and dress."
With this thought the girls' faces brightened and they quickly followed Mary upstairs.
When they reached their room all of them rushed towards the dresser, but no message could
they find. Then they began a systematic search of the room, including the table, the chairs,
and even the floor. Since they could not find it in any of these places, Mary began again with
the dresser. There concealed beneath powder, rouge, and hair nets, Mary found the fateful message and,
joyously, she turned to the expectant girls and read: "Put your shoes in the closet and sweep under the bed."
-Clyde Hooks,'26.
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SCHOOL DAYS
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BOOK THREE
Organizations
AND CLUBS
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Loyd Evan Ellis
Sponsor of The Tecoan Staff
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Gladys Parson, Associate Editor
Bruce Ellis, Editor-in-Chief
Ellie Phifer, Assistant Editor
Jessie Bazemore, Art Editor
Inez Van Dyke
Assistant Bus. Mgr.
Lessie Coddell
Business Manager
"The Tecoan" Staff
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DEANIE BOONE HASKETT, Editor-in-Chief
FRANCES SMITH, Business Manager
REPORTERS
Zilpah Frisbie Musette Montague Margaret Williams
Elizabeth Smith Mary Campbell Emily Smithwick
Sarah Gurley Juanita Worthington Doralita Larkins
Lessie Cogdell Kathleen Dail Margaret Lee Jones
Rubye Kilpatrick Elizabeth Thomas Clyda Woodard
EDITORIAL STAFF
BUSINESS STAFF
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THE TECO ECHO
Published by-weekly during the
College year by the Student Government
Association of East Carolina Teachers College.
SUBSCRIPTION RATE FOR COLLEGE YEAR, $1.50
Established in December, 1925
STAFF
Editorial
Mary Shelton McArthur
Jenny Dare Aikin
Beulah Carr
Ruby Worthington
Business
Mary Holt
Elizabeth Thomas
Catherine Clarke
Alice Jones
Ruth Lowder
THE TECO EHO STAFF
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S.G.A
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CHRISTINE VICK
President of Student Government Association
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Virginia Blount, House President
Kathleen Dail, Vice-President
Mildred Smith, House President
Annie Batts, House President
Zilpah Frisbie, Secretary
Elizabeth Thomas, House President
Viola Jones, House President
Inez Van Dyke, Treasurer
Mary Cummings, House President
STUDENT COUNCIL
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Julia Tyler, Rep. "D" Class
Jennette Wedmore, Rep. Senior Class
Mamie Copeland, Rep. Junior Class
Annie L. Brinkley, Rep. "C" Class
Ruby Yelverton, Rep. Sophomore Class
Sallie Cheek, Y. W. C. A. President
Evelyn Ewell, Rep. Freshman Class
Mary Holt, Chairman Campus Committee
STUDENT COUNCIL
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Y. W. C. A.
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SALLIE CHEEK
President of Y. W. C. A.
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Lois Dalrymple, Social Service
Ruth Bowen, Vice President
Vera Wester, Treasurer
Carrie Lee Arnold, World Fellowship
Virginia Blount, Social
Bessie Willis, Religious
Elizabeth Smith, Secretary
Hortense Mozingo, Undergraduate Rep.
Mary Grey Moose, Music
Sadie Neal, Store Keeper
Hilda Hare, Publicity
Y. W. C. A. CABINET
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Y. W. C. A. Choir
Blue Ridge Snapshots
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THE Y. W. C. A. ON THE CAMPUS
THE Young Women's Christian Association has its place on the campus,
and as no other organization can do it tends to deepen our appreciation
of the higher things of life and to quicken the sources of love and fellowship
among the students. This great organization, however, stands first of all
for "Practical Christianity." The spiritual life is strengthened on the campus
and a good training in Christian work is afforded by the Y. W. C. A.
By participating in the activities of the Y. W. C. A. the students become
closer to Him; therefore they can happily try to abide by the national objective.
"We determine to live unreservedly Jesus' Law of Love in Every Relationship,
and so to God."
Aside from the religious viewpoints, the social standards are made higher
by the Y. W. C. A. and a wholesome atmosphere that permeates the student
body is created. Why would not every girl like to be a member of the Y. W.
C. A.? To go to the hut at leisure moments during the day is more than a
pleasure to the students. This hut, which has been a dream for the last few years.
has been completed, and many enjoyable gatherings have been held there. Of course,
the furnishings are rather scanty at present, but we hope to have it an up-to-date
place before long.
Not only does the Y. W. C. A. elevate our social and spiritual life, but it
furnishes a place for satisfying physical needs, known as the Y. W. Store.
The profits from this store are used for sending delegates to the Blue Ridge
conference each year in the early days of June. It is here that the Y. W. C. A.
work is outlined, campus problems discussed, and probably the greatest good accomplished.
To find God on the "Mountain Top" experiences is surely an inspiration never to be forgotten.
What more could anyone desire than to find God, and to know Him?
-HORTENSE MOZINGO, '27.
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FOLLOW THE GLEAM
The Silver Bay Prize Song, 1920
Writen by Bryn Mawr College
gleam Ean-ners ud - furjtd oer all tbe world. Fol -low. fol
gleam Stacd ards ot wortb o'er all the earth, Fol - low. fol
low, fol -low tbe gleam Of the Chal -Ice that 1b the Grail. _ low, fol-low tbe gleam Of the light that bLsU brlD^ tbe dawn.
Used by the kind permission of Sallie Hume Douglas, Composer.
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SOCIETIES
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INTER-SOCIETY COMMITTEE
Christine Vick, Chairman
Louise Bell Elizabeth Thomas
Gladys Parsons, Ernestine King
Bessie Willis, Carrie Lee Peele
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Louise Bell
President of Lanier Society
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Mildred Petway, Vice-President
Melba Warren, Secretary
Nellie Dawes, Cheer Leader
Maude Johnston, Critic
Fannie Lowe, Treasurer
LANIER SOCIETY OFFICERS
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Lanier Society Group
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Frances Dixon and Evelyn Ewell
Lanier Speakers
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Carrie L. Arnold
Catherine Clark
Carrie Lee Peel
Addie M. Martin
LANIER MARSHALS
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Annie Rowe House
Chief Marshal Lanier Society
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LANIER SOCIETY SONG
Tune: "On the Mall"
Let us sing a song of praise to our society.
Hail, to thee, Sidney Lanier!
Loyal members ever proving your sobriety.
Though our fun to us e'er will be dear.
Then let us to our banner, each our tribute pay.
Let us ever our motto uphold.
Always faithful, true and loyal to the night and day.
Hurrah! for the Green and Gold.
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Gladys Parsons
Poe Society President
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Alice Jones, Vice-President
Mary Grey Moore, Secretary
Elizabeth Johnson, Cheer Leader
Hortense Mozingo, Critic
Louise Evans, Treasurer
POE SOCIETY OFFICERS
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Poe Society Group
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Pauline Moore and Zilpah Frisbie
Poe Speakers
Winners of the Cup in 1926
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Pattie Mae Bagget
Jennie Aiken
Louise Joyner
Anna T. McNeil
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Phi Epsilon
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PHI EPSILON
Motto: "I Do"
Flower: Black-Eyed Susan
Colors: Gold and Black
OFFICERS
Janie Jackson President
Virginia Blount Vice-President
Margaret Williams Secretary
Mamie Copeland Treasurer
Helen Viniarski Sergeant-at-Arms
Ferol Keech Mascot
MEMBERS
Elizabeth Austin Sarah Gurley
Priscilla Austin Deanie Boone Haskett
Lucile Allen Mildred Herring
Annie Batts Janie Jackson
Ina Bishop Janie Belle Johnson
Virginia Britt Mary Frances Jenkins
Alverta Brendle Doralita Larkins
Mary Campbell Ruth McGowan
Bronnie Cogdell Mildred Petway
Lessie Cogdell Eloise Riggs
Mamie Copeland Julia Satterhwaite
Catherine Clark Mary Siler
Dorothy Currin Delma Smith
Bertha Cooper Elizabeth Smith
Lillian Colson Margaret Shaw
Evelyn Ewell Lucille Sermons
Nell Foote Emily Smithwick
Kathleen Faison Carrie Lee Spruill
Zilpah Frisbie Clyde Stokes
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PHI SIGMA
OFFICERS
Mary Gray Moore President
Musette Montague Vice-President
Bruce Ellis Secretary
Laura Sloan Treasurer
MEMBERS
Sallie Cheek Deanie Boone Haskett Gladys Parsons
Kathleen Dail Viola Jones Christine Vick
Mary Holt Maude Johnston Jennette Wedmore
R. C. Deal Faculty Member
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ATHLETICS
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Lottie McClenny
President of Athletic Association
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Sarah Gurley Business Mgr. and Treasurer
Lois Dalrymple Secretary
Jennette Wedmore Rep. On Staff
Officers of the Athletic Association
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ATHLETICS
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ATHLETICS
OUR college year in athletics really starts at the first game
of importance-that of Thanksgiving. Heretofore, the game was
played only between the two Normal classes, but this year the
Freshmen, Sophomores and Juniors joined in, making the day more
interesting. We had only one cup and that to be given to the winning
team of the Normal classes. So we decided for a new cup to be given
to the winning team of the college classes. This proved to be the
Sophomores, and the "D's" of the Normal.
"Field Day" is another important event in athletics. We have all
kinds of sport, from basketball to track. The class that receives the
highest number of points in basketball, baseball, tennis and track
receives the athletic cup. The class winning in basketball receives
the basketball cup.
Another thing that adds interest to athletics is the division of the
large group of members into two groups of smaller size; that of the
Athenians under captainship of Sarah Gurley, and that of the
Olympians under captainship of Ethel Prevatt. In this way,
more work is accomplished and more interest is shown. We hope that
interest in athletics will continue to grow as it is something
everyone needs and enjoys.
-Jennette Wedmore, '26.
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OLYMPIANS
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WEARERS OF LETTERS IN 24-'25
Sarah Gurley Viola Jones
Ellen Hines Lottie McClenny
Ruth Jones Ethel Prevatt
Jennette Wedmore
"The Wearers of the Letters" are the members of the Athletic Association who, through
the point system, have won college letters. The point system is a device for making points
through the various forms of athletics and health rules. To win letters one is required to
make three hundred points during the year.
-Lottie McClenny, '26.
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SENIOR NORMAL BASKETBALL TEAM
Ellen Hines, Captain
FORWARDS
Lottie McClenny Minnie Lee Lanier
Ethel Prevatt Margaret Hudson
GUARDS
Alice Jones Genevieve Baucom
Ellen Hines Julia Tyler
CENTERS
Martha Spivey Kate McKernon
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SOPHOMORE BASKETBALL TEAM
Sarah Gurley, Captain
FORWARDS
Louise Evans, Gertrude Mercer
Sarah Gurley, Caroline Macon
GUARDS
Vera Wester, Ethel Spratt
Ruth Jones, Elizabeth Smith
CENTERS
Delma Smith, Bronnie Cogdell
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Junior Basketball Team
"C" Basketball Team
Freshman Basketball Team
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CLUBS
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THE GLEE CLUB
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COLLEGE QUARTET
Mary Gray Moore, Rachel Lee, Catherine Grantham, Irene Etheridge
GLEE CLUB
OFFICERS
Miss Gussie Kuykendall Director
Mary Gray Moore President
Catherine Grantham Business Manager
Edna Woodard Assistant Business Manager
MEMBERS
Jean Morton Helen Haskins
Annie Rowe House Irene Kahn
Catherine Grantham Irene Etheridge
Eloise Sasser Reba McLeod
Beatrice Hicks Estelle Chamblee
Josie Early Evelyn Loyd
Virginia Blount Asenath Wellons
Gladys Parsons Maude Johnston
May Belle Mitchell Rachel Lee
Edna Woodard Mildred Hester
Elizabeth Thomas Mary Gray Moore
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HOME ECONOMICS CLUB
OFFICERS
Gladys Kilpatrick President
Eloise Riggs Vice-President
Julia Satterthwaite Secretary
Margaret Williams Treasurer
ROLL
Ada Allen Kathleen Faison Elsie Seago
Elizabeth Austin Sara Fussell Hilda Sutton
Priscilla Austin Sudie Harriet Julia Satterthwaite
Mary Banks Sara Burton Jenkins Evelyn Tillman
Bessie Barnhardt Janie Bell Johnson Effie Trippe
Ina Bishop Gladys Kilpatrick Ella Wheeler Tucker
Virginia Blount Elizabeth Murphy Mary Louise Turner
Mary Campbell Louisa Overman Grace Wells
Catherine Clark Ruth Rhyne Margaret Williams
Evelyn Ewell Jaunita Worthington
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THE BEAUCO CLUB
Beaufort County Boosters
Motto: "First, last, and always"
Flower: Dogwood
Colors: Green and White
OFFICERS
Allie Rae Paul President
Cora Johnson Vice-President
Helen Stearn Secretary
Hilda Robbins Treasurer
MEMBERS
Elizabeth Allen "Lis" Aurora
Eloise Brooks "Weezer" Bath
Bertha Cooper "Jim" Washington
Cora Johnson "Sal" Belhaven
Myra May Mayo "M3" Washington
Marjorie Philips "Margie" Washington
Dora Phelps "Dordy" Belhaven
Allie Rae Paul "L'Rae" Edwards
Hilda Robbins "Spot" Washington
Helen Stearn "Helen" Belhaven
Iola Tankard "lola" Washington
Edna Woodard "Runt" Belhaven
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BERTIE-HERTFORD CLUB
Motto: "Don't do today tvhat yon can put off 'til tomorrow"
Colors: White and Gold Flower: Daisy
OFFICERS
Ada Belle Sessoms President
Josie Early Vice-President
Leathea Bazemore Secretary and Treasurer
MEMBERS
"Sally" Adams "Midget" Brett "Frank" Myers
"Mabel" Baggette "Va" Brown "Old Maid" Hughes
"Pat" Baggette "Jo" Early "Nose" Knowles
"Jess" Bazemore "Ginger" Ferguson "Dess" Mitchell
"Tip" Bazemore "Helen" Harrell "Bill" Sessoms
"Betty" Bond "Teenie" King "Little-Un" Smithwick
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CAMDONIANS
Motto: "Joy while we live"
Colors: Old Gold and Black Flower: Goldenrod
OFFICERS
Annie Dozier President
Eloise Riggs Vice-President
Mavourneen James Secretary and Treasurer
MEMBERS
Name Statistics
Annie Dozier "Dimples" Most Lovable
Eloise Riggs "Weesie" Meekest
Mavourneen James "Jimmie" Most Attractive
Margaret Williams "Peggy" Most Talented
Christina Williams "Tiny-Bertie" Best Sport
Irene Etheridge "Weenie" Most Musical
Louise Whitehurst "Do-Ease" Most Sincere
Elizabeth Whitehurst "Buck" Most Friendly
Edna Pearce "Kid" Best Athlete
Bessie Abbot "Bess" Best-All-Round
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D2 CLUB
Motto: "Get up and get" Flower: Self-Rising
MEMBERS
Edna Bell "Red" Rosemary
Eulla Collier "Pint" Roanoke Rapids
Anna Belle Daughtery "Phool" Roanoke Rapids
Mary Elliot "Lefty" Hertford
Cora Johnson "Sal" Belhaven
Edna Woodard "Runt" Belhaven
Rubye Woodroof "Woo-Fee" Roanoke Rapids
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DOMINO SIX
Mary Emma Bizzelle General Gay
Anna McNeill Colonel Frolic
Ann Dellinger Major Happy
Alice Jones Captain Fun
Dell Pope Lieutenant Wit
Vivian Sanders Raw Recruit Grin
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EDGECOMBE COUNTY CLUB
Motto: "B2" Aim: "Move On"
Colors: Red and White Flower: Tulip
OFFICERS
Josie Proctor President
Rebecca Thigpen Vice-President
Eva Grimes Secretary
Mary Beverly Treasurer
Gertrude Mercer Poet
ROLL
"Bill" Bessie Owens "Jane" Eva Grimes
"Bec" Rebecca Thigpen "D" Adelia Edwards
"Keel" Ethel Everette "B. B." Vivian Lucas
"Trixie" Gertrude Mercer "White" Athleen Whitehurst
"Beaver" Mary Beverly "Jody" Josie Proctor
POEM
We are the daughters of Edgecombe,
"Move On" is our aim,
We will stand up for our college
And true to yon remain.
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GRAN-CO CLUB
Motto: "We are out for fun; get up and git"
Colors: Pink and Green Flower: Crepe Myrtle
OFFICERS
Viola Jones President
Ruth Jones Vice-President fj
Nannie Leigh Royster Secretary
Sue Bryan Treasurer
MEMBERS
Lucile Allen Mae Henderson Carolyn Macon
Sue Bryan Julia Hobgood Sadie Neal
Pauline Currin Blanche Hutchins Virginia Pittard
Izona Currin Ruth Hudson Mittilulah Pittard
Maude Clay Viola Jones Nannie Leigh Royster
Lillian Dean Ruth Jones Elizabeth Smith
Frances Harmon Claire Jones Martha Williams
Virginia Hicks Mary Grace Lyon Margaret Whitfield
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HYDE COUNTY CLUB
Motto: "Do anything you see your way clear."
Colors: Green and White Flower: Pond Lily
MEMBERS
"Matt" Bridgman "Priss" Mann
"Sal" Cheek "Peggy" Weston
"Flossy" Clarker "May" White
"Arch" Harris "Meum" Williams
NOTABLE FEATURES
Matt "will" do anything to help you get in trouble.
Sal is always striving for "the preacher."
Peggy, our historian-her favorite topic, "Sir Gilbert."
Priss has the honor of heading "Our Marriageable List."
Arch wears "brown" all the time.
Flossy, the only one who wishes to be a "mann."
Meum, the only "boy chaser."
May, the "only lady."
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IREDELL COUNTY CLUB
Motto: "Why should life all labor be?"
Colors: White and Gold Flower: Daisy
MEMBERS
Fan "Deborah" Cavin Pauline "Susan" Lippard
Lillian "Priscilla" Colson Helen "Druscilla" Lewis
Mary "Esmeralda" Colson Doris "Lenna" McKey
Elfrieda "Cecelia" Gouger Sadieree "Melissa" McKoy
Lava "Diana" Howard Ruby "Prunella" Menius
Mary M. "Penelope" Hudson Janie Rea "Daphne" Smith
Mary "Prudence" Johnston Effie "Jane" West
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JOHNSTON COUNTY CLUB
Motto: "We can because we think we can"
Colors: Yellow and White Flower: Jonquil
OFFICERS
Saydee Fulghum President
Clyda Woodard Vice-President
Johnnie Watson Secretary and Treasurer
ROLL
Mildred Boyett Ruth Grantham Sneede Leason
Maude Boyett Clyde Hooks Ethel McDaniel
Maude Blackman Mary Lee Hooks Inez Pittman
Genevieve Baucom Elgia Hocutt Mary Louise Turner
Vera Blackman Mary Hocutt Miriam Turley
Leoria Cook Martha Hassell Velma Talton
Mildred Creech Gladys Hawks Clyda Woodard
Blanche Fitzgerald Margaret Lee Jones Asenath Wellons
Saydee Fulghum Chrystelle Lucas Johnnie Watson
Flora Grant Marjorie Williams
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L. A. C. CLUB
Slogan: "Me too"
Meeting Place: Room 211
Time: All Times
MEMBERS
Name Nickname Office
Eva McLean "Eve" President
Katherine McKenzie "Kat" Vice-President
Iula Britt "Puny" Secretary
Ethel Prevatt "Spemter" Treasurer
Louise Tyndall "Sticky" Business Manager
Elizabeth Paul "Libs' Social Director
Iola Britt "Lola" Cheer Leader
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LEFT HAND CLUB
Motto: "Each for all and all for each" Colors: Blue and White
OFFICERS
Louise Bell President
Elva Kiser Vice-President
Ruth Rhyne Treasurer
Nellie Triplett Secretary
MEMBERS
Louise Bell Elva Kiser
Mary Emma Bryan Ruth Rhyne
Mary Elliot Nellie Triplett
Florence Hicks Miriam Turley
Rebecca Johnson Miss Morton
Rubye Kilpatrick Miss Hall
Irene Kahn Miss Davis
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N. G. F.'S
Slogan: "To the top or bust!"
Colors: Green and White Flower: Bachelor's Button
Meeting Place: Dux Cents Seize
Laugh, frolic, and eat can we,
But in the latter we excel.
If you doubt it just watch and see
But, please, don't go tell.
MEMBERS
Name Nickname Office
Delma Smith "Bojack" President
Eloise Sasser "Sassy" Vice-President
May Belle Mitchell "M'Belle" Secretary
Ellen Hines "Butter-Cut" Treasurer
Margaret Roberson "Bargie" Social Director
Julia Minor Wood "Asiaminor" Jazz Director
Janie Belle Johnson "Jeb" F. G. Elite
Sara Gurly "Skippit" Rhyme-Ringer
Ellen Gardner "Classy" Retired to Matrimony
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NORTHAMPTON COUNTY CLUB
Motto: "North Carolina we cherish above, but our own Northampton, none the
less, we love."
Colors: Crimson and Grey Flower: Grey Moss
OFFICERS
Julia Tyler President
Florence Tyler Secretary and Treasurer
MEMBERS
Agnes Cooke Raynor Long Blanche Stephenson
Elizabeth Gay Willie Lee Spivery Bernice Britt
Lelia Askew Annier Gray Bridgers Sarah Hart
Faye Johnson Anna Outland Mamie Copeland
Clarice Lewter Fannie Lowe Annie Spivey
Christine Vick Elizabeth Grant Irma Jenkins
Nell Joyner Hollie Parker Rebecca Johnson
Minnie Hart Bettie Rose Taylor Julia Tyler
Sarah Leigh Vick Mary Watson Martha Spivey
Lucille Kee Cleo Sauls Florence Tyler
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THE PALS' CLUB
Motto: "To have a friend is to be one" Flower: Forget-Me-Not
OFFICERS
Annie Dozier President
Helen Edwards Vice-Prcsident
Ruby Knowles Secretary
Nellie Triplett Treasurer
MEMBERS
Name Nickname Statistics
Annie Dozier "Jimmie" Best All-Round
Helen Edwards "Hialy Baby" Most Attractive
Nora Lee Gaddy "Norga" Most Popular
Louise Grissom "Little Ease" Most Sincere
Ruby Knowles "Knows" Most Talented
Nellie Triplett "Trip" Wittiest
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PASQUOTANK TRIBE
Motto: "Turn over and take it easy"
Colors: Green and White Flower: Water Lily
OFFICERS
Cataloachee Jacobs President
Neba Lane Secretary and Treasurer
Harvey Deal Mascot
MEMBERS
Hiwassee Harrell Chicasau Harrell
Cataloachee Jacobs Saluda Reddick
Tuluca Richardson Wataba White
Neba Lane Aquonie Richardson
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RED-HEADED CLUB
Motto: "Taujours Rouge" Song: "'Cause It's Red"
Colors: Red and Green Flower: Red Roses
RED-HEAD CLUB
OFFICERS
Miss Ruth Hillhouse President
Miss Becky Edmonds Vice-President
Nancye Hinson Secretary and Treasurer
MEMBERS
Annie Batts Gussie L. Harrell Dell Pope
Menie Bell Mary Holt Nina R. Rouse
Lucille Britt Claudia Ipock Isabel Smith
Mary Cummings Estelle Isles Clara L Spruill
Tarmesia Dunn Janie B. Johnson Johnnie L. Stewart
Kathleen Faison Ann Kanoy Florence Tyler
Margaret Faison Frances Mitchell Grace Wells
Mrs. A. D. Frank Jean Morton Ernestine Wynne
Mr. R. C. Deal
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ROBESON COUNTY CLUB
Motto: "Boost McLean and Save Robeson"
Colors: Blue and White Flower: Ragged Robins
OFFICERS
Iola Britt President
Christine McDaniel Vice-President
LaRue Floyd Secretary and Treasurer
Elizabeth Paul Program and Social Comittee
Mabel Regan Program and Social Committee
MEMBERS
Ethel Prevatt Iola Britt Flora Faulk
Eva McLean Iula Britt Julia Tolar
Mary Belle McMillan Corona Johnson Elizabeth McCallum
Isabel Smith Christine McDaniel Mabel Regan
Katherine Smith LaRue Floyd Ophelia Floyd
Elizabeth Paul Pearl Freeman
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"THE HAPPY HANDFUL"
Motto: "The best is none too good"
Twenty-one hands full of happiness,
Twenty-one hearts full of cheer,
This is the motto we follow,
Daughters of Wayne, while we're here.
Hail fellows! A laugh and a greeting-
We're off for a Wayne county meeting!
OFFICERS
Sarah Gurley President
Eloise Sasser Secretary
Louisa Overman Treasurer
Julia M. Wood Social Leader
MEMBERS
Hazel Bryan Ruth Crumpler Bessie Willis
Hilda Hooks Estelle Edmundson Mary Edmundson
Ellen Hines Lottie McClenny Evelyn Short
Margaret Robinson Blanche Pierce Catherine Grantham
Earle Smith Bronnie Cogdell Hildagarde Roberts
Audrey Becton Maybelle Mitchell
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TRIPLE "L" CLUB
Motto: "L L L" Song: "Let Me Call You Sweetheart"
Flower: Sweetheart Rose Favorite Candy: Honey-Moon Kisses
Name Nickname Statistics
Nannie Alice Taylor "Nat" Lover of Love
Mabel Regan "Ginger" Lover of Dreams
Jean Morton "Sunshine" Lover of Music
Clara Pickett "Prune" Lover of Peace
Jennette Wedmore "Jack" Lover of Fun
Winnie Strickland "Peggy" Lover of Ease
Pattie Edmundson "Pat" Lover of Letters
Mae Helms "Turk" Lover of the Moon
Wilmer Myers "Slim" Lover of the One
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UNION COUNTY CLUB
IMoTTo: "In union there is strength"
Colors: Green and White Flower: Goldenrod
OFFICERS
Nora Lee Gaddv President
Annie Lee Smith Vice-President
Effie Strawn Secretary and Treasurer
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MEMBERS
Isabel Biggers Ellie Phifer
Maude Carter Ila Phifer
Daisy Fincher Verla Richardson
Nora Lee Gaddy Ruby Rogers
Mae Helms Ethel Staton
Evelyn Moore Effie Strawn
Annie Lee Smith
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WAKE COUNTY CLUB
Motto: "Wake 'em up"
Colors: Purple and White Flower: Morning Glory
OFFICERS
Macy Siler President
Meredith Swain Vice-President
Evelyn Hutcheson Secretary and Treasurer
MEMBERS
Estelle Chamblee Nolie Keith
Evelyn Fuquay Mae Midgett
Hilda Hare Virginia Ratcliffe
Grace Hunt Maude Siler
Helen Johnson Gladys Stephens
Evelyn Tillman
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B. K.'S
SOUTH CAROLINA CLUB
The Tecoan
HALIFAX COUNTY CLUB
PITT COUNTY CLUB
BOOK FOUR
Statistics
AND FEATURES
The Tecoan
STATISTICS
The Tecoan
Jambalaya
(With aplogies to everybody)
"Tell them dear, that if eyes were made for seeing
Then Beauty is thine own excuse for being."
If charming ways can soothe all melancholy
Then I pray, Charm, to put us all to folly.
If ribboned poles and daisy chains bespeak the day
Then send your heralds forth. Queen of the May.
We'll fun and frolic, sing with hearty good cheer
And Grace shall dance her way through all the year,
With envying eyes we watch as Talent plays
Her tune on every string, in pleasant ways.
She who can ever talk and yet make others hear
As Loquacity does, is pleasing to the ear.
When Kings and Queens and all their court grow sad-
Then straight for Wit they send to make them glad.
To you. Versatility, the world can tell.
Choose what you will, you'll ever do it well.
The one who can smile in the face of defeat.
Wear Victory's laurels well, is a Sport hard to beat.
All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy:
Athletics, you're work, but you're work with a joy.
"Three cheers," say the Cheer Leaders, "pep it up there.
Let's sing for our College 'For her we'll dare'."
-Bessie Willis, '28.
Mary Fannie Trexler
Beauty
Virginia Blount
Charm
Fannie Lowe
May Queen
Pattie Mae Baggette
Grace
Helen Viniarski
Talent
Rachel Lee
Loquacity
Bruce Ellis
Wit
Christine Vick
Versatility
Johnnie Lee Stewart
Sport
Ethel Prevatt
Athletics
Bessie Willis and Sneede Leeson
College Cheer Leaders
A Scene From Yesterday (The Faculty)
The Faculty as They Were
BOOK FIVE
"Potpourri
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"THE TRUTH"
(Clipped from The Teco Echo)
A delightful performance of "The Truth." that clever play which is a
combination of comedy and tragedy, by Clyde Fitch, was given by the Senior
class on December 10th at 8:30 o'clock in the college auditorium to a large
audience who proved their appreciation by their response to all the fine points
of the play.
Helen Viniarski, as Becky, a lovable, sweet and attractive person who finds the
truth hard to tell, was the star. Her acting was superb. She had the entire audience
smiling at her one moment and weeping with her the next. Elizabeth Thomas played
convincingly the part of Tom Warder, a rather puritanic type of person, who
"doesn't understand a suspicious nature-but has every confidence in his wife."
The chief causes of the trouble in the Warder home are two persons. Fred Lindon,
a sheikish man of no character, which satirical and easy-going part was
excellently interpreted by Isabelle Cromartie; and Stephen Roland, Becky's
father, a broken down gambler and a "has been," played in a most commendable
manner by Bruce Ellis. Lessie Cogdell, in the role of Mrs. Crespigny. Roland's
landlady who, regardless of his faults, hopes that he is a "will be" for her,
was a scream. She kept the audience in an uproar whenever she appeared.
Annie Mae Edwards, as Eve Lindon, never lost her part as the nervous,
jealous wife. Sallie Cheek, as Laura Fraser, was a good foil for her.
Bertha Piland as Jenks was a good maid, and Kathleen Dail made an attractive
little messenger boy.
The girls that took parts of men are to be congratulated on the excellent way in which they carried out
their difficult parts, both in appearance and in action.
The make-up was cleverly done. The costumes, which were modern, helped
to carry out the idea of the time and place.
Possibly the thing that impressed the audience most was the naturalness of
the acting. Each actor appeared not to be conscious of the fact that there was
an audience, but spoke and acted toward each other with an ease which is very
hard for amateurs to attain. Their voices were well modulated, so the lines were
all caught by the audience.
The great success of the play was due to a large extent to the untiring
efforts of the directors, Miss Emma L. Hooper and Miss Maude M. Hall, both
of the English department.
The large crowd of people from outside the college was sufficient proof of
the good work done by the advertising committee, which consisted of Christine
Vick, Musette Montague, Deanie Boone Haskett, and Macy Siler.
The many attractive posters, which were placed in Greenville and several
other towns, were effective and did a great part in bringing the crowd.
The stage committee composed of Ruby Worthington, Maude Johnson, Ruth
Lowder, and Mary Lowder deserve much praise for their work in making the
stage as it should be.
The president of the class, Janie Jackson, is also due much praise for her
executive ability in managing the play so that it went off so well.
The music, before the curtain and between the acts, a violin ensemble, by
Misses Gorrell, Wedmore, Westmoreland and Morton, with Miss Mead at the
piano, added greatly to the success of the evening.
The ushers for the evening were as follows: Rachel Lee, Frances Smith,
Mary Shelton McArthur, Margaret Smith, Juanita Worthington and Estelle Isles
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"In The Beginning"
WHY TEACHERS TURN GRAY
Answers to exam on medieval history, when asked to identify the following in history:
1. Philip the Fair: The first user of Palmolive soap as he kept that school girl complexion.
2. "City of God": Garden of Eden.
3. Charles the Bold: The first man to eat an oyster.
4. Romance Languages: Pet words used by Mark Antony and Cleopatra.
5. Dante: Famous for writing on "The Entrance to the Hellespont."
6. Charles the Hammer: Rival of George Washington.
7. Joan of Arc: Daughter of Noah.
8. Marco Polo: A famous game of the Prince of Wales.
9. Moscow: Furnished the well-known food for colleges.
10. Richard the Lion-Hearted: A member of Barn
11. Alaric: A form of blank poetry.
12. Theodosian Code: A code used by the famous lovers, Pryramus and Thisbe
13. Harold, the fair-headed of Norway: First user of Golden-glint Shampoo.
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THE WOMANLESS WEDDING
A wedding of more than unusal interest to all East Carolina students, faculty
and alumnae, was the womanless wedding which took place in the East Carolina
chapel on December 18, 1925.
This wedding of unusual interest was solemnized at 6:30 o'clock when Prof.
A. D. Frank became the bride of Prof. Beecher Flanagan.
The impressive ring ceremony was performed by Prof. E. L. Henderson,
and the vows were spoken before an improvised altar decorated with cherry
blossoms and candles. Prior to the ceremony, Miss Sallie Joyner Davis lighted
the candles, thereby making the altar one of enchanting beauty.
Immediately preceding the ceremony, Miss Davis escorted Prof. Austin,
followed by Mr. Adams, to the piano where Mr. Austin rendered some musical
selections and Mr. Adams sang "Just Before the Battle Mother."
Mr. Austin wore a unique costume ad Mr. Adams was attired in a pink-
beaded evening gown, black hat and gray squirrel chocker.
At the strains of the wedding march the flower girls, R. J. Slay and Prof.
R. C. Deal, entered carrying large laundry baskets of pink and blue rose petals
which they scattered in the paths of the bride and groom. Dr. Slay was dressed
in a dainty white dress with much lace and yellow accessories, including hair rib-
bon and gold slippers. Prof. Deal was charming in a blue basque dress with
pink accessories. Mr. James A. Keech, principal of the Greenville High School,
was the ring bearer. He was most elaborately dressed in a clown suit of blue
and black, and carried the ring on an E. C. T. C. pillow, supported by a tray.
The next to enter was Mr. M. L. Wright, mother of the bride, attended by
Miss Davis and wore a navy suit, black hat and sky-blue scarf, and wore a cor-
sage of pink and white roses.
The bride entered with and was given in marriage by her father. Prof.
Hubert C. Haynes. The groom entered unattended, due to the fact that his best
man, Pres. Robert H. Wright, had another engagement.
The bride wore a lovely white linen dress. She wore a long white veil caught
with cherry blossoms and carried an arm bouquet of pink and lavender roses.
Her only ornament was a necklace of brown beads, perhaps the gift of the groom.
The wedding scene was of rare interest and was attended by a large assemblage
of students and relatives of the professors.
-Lessie Cogdell, '26.
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JOKES
Our idea of a modern dumb bell is the Freshman who, when told to observe
study hour, sat on the back campus for an hour and watched the Sophs in the
dormitory study.
Harry Johnson (copying "D" write-ups): "If this typewriter had any
sense at all it would have been love sick by now."
A Father to His Modern Daughter: "Where are you going, my little maid?"
"I'm going a-petting, sir," she said.
The exams are done.
And a darkness falls on my soul by right,
For I feel myself wafted homeward
By the Advisory Board e'er night.
Evelyn Hutchinson: "Mary, I saw you with a gentleman in a car last
night, and I only saw one of his arms. Did he have only one?"
Mary Cummings: "The other was around somewhere, I guess!"
Absent-minded math teacher after she had given the clerk her order: "Now,
if you understand that, raise your hand."
Mr. Frank To Mr. Haynes: "I read in the paper the other day that it is
going to be the style for men to wear suits the color of their hair."
Mr. Haynes: "Gee. I'm out of luck."
Inez Van Dyke (business manager of The Tecoan): Mr. Marcus, may I
come to see you next week?"
Mr. Marcus: "Sorry, but I will be on my honeymoon next week.
Kathleen Dail (slightly mixed): "This morning I found a dime going to
church."
Friend (innocently): "Did you stop it?"
Musette (to Rachel Lee, who was singing as she passed the window):
"Don't sing by my window."
Rachel (pertly): "I'm not singing 'By My Window.' I'm singing 'Yearning'."
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"LINES"
(Composed After Breaking a Rare Vase)
Vainly I had sought to borrow
From my books surcease of sorrow-
Sorrow for the broken vase
For the rare and antique vase which
I had broke upon the floor,
Useless here for evenmore.
Presently my soul grew stronger;
Hesitating then no longer,
"Dear," said I, "or Nancye, truly your
Forgiveness I implore.
But the fact is I was leaning, and so
Gently it was tipping,
And so faintly it came slipping,
Slipping while my sweater tore.
That I scarce was sure I felt it"-then
I looked upon the floor-
Pieces there and nothing more.
Then, methought, the air grew tenser,
Perfumed from an unseen censer,
Swung by tears whose foot-falls
Tinkled on the hard, old floor.
"Wretch," I cried, "my pocketbook be
Empty, but my roommate she hath lent me
Dimes, dimes to turn thee from
The memories of antiques!
Take, oh take this little dime and
Forget that lost antique!
Please, oh please, for evermore."
THE PSALM OF THE PRACTICE TEACHER
Practice teaching is my fate.
I shall not desire more.
It maketh me to sit up late at nights.
It leadeth me into deep thought.
It tormenteth me.
It leadeth me into paths of worry for its name sake.
Yea, tho I ride out to Winterville, I am sat upon.
I thinketh great evil when I writeth plans.
Its "ups and downs" tortureth me.
It maketh me to say naughty words in the presence of my friends.
It annointeth my face with tears.
My eyes runneth over.
Surely to goodness if this fate followeth me all the days of my life I shall
dwell at "Dick's Hill" forever.
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Love Me? All Aboard! Off For A Ride
College Snapshots
Pals Janie Happy Tho Married
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Below Zero "Bruze" When Skies Are Blue
Ferdinand A Favorite "Hang-Out" (Denton's College Store) Peter
A Tramp? "Sissy" Dail Little V. P. "Posed"
College Snapshots
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While She Waits Mr. Boyd On A Hike
Just Here Two is Company Five is-? Public Courtship
Miss Culp Mr. Wayne A Rare Sport -Here-
College Snapshots
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1926
Charlestoning Lucille Sermons and Ruth Rhine "Zip" and "Jack"
A Popular Sailor "Heck?" "Snowbirds"
Colonial Dames Evelyn and Nancye Reserved Seats
College Snapshots
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PATRONIZE OUR ADVERTISERS
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FOR
COLLEGE
STATIONERY
SCHOOL SUPPLIES
TOILET ARTICLES
AND
GUARANTEED SATISFACTION
Try "Us" First
Denton's College Store
"The College Girls' Store"
Phone 80
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Chas. O. H. Horne
Druggist
Cleanest store in
Greenville invites
your patronage
Phone 50
Opposite Proctor Hotel
GREENVILLE'S
Authority on Ladies' Wear
Ladies' Tailor-Made
Suits a Specialty
All the newest styles in Dress
Goods, Silks, Embroideries,
Laces and Dress Trimmings.
My shoe stock is complete
in every line for Men,
Ladies and Children
I want your patronage
You will profit by trading
with me
W. A. Bowen's Store
Phone 330
GREENVILLE, N. C.
THE ROUSE PRINTERY
Quality Printing
Fine Stationery
Prices Reasonable
Greenville, N. C.
New Blonde and Grey
Slippers to Glorify
Your Appearance
This Spring
and Summer
At the CAROLINA SHOE STORE
you are quite certain to find at all
times just the shoe that harmonizes
with the rest of your costume.
The ensemble idea is to be more
popular this Spring and Summer
than ever before which makes it
important that you have footwear
to accompany each outfit. An in-
teresting assortment of pumps and
strapped styles will make choosing
a pleasure.
10 per Cent. Discount to All
E. C. T. C. Students
Carolina Shoe Store
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McKay Washington Company
"The Ladies' Store"
Ever Showing the Latest
Apparel for Ladies
SUITS, COATS AND DRESSES
AGENTS FOR
Warner Corsets
Red Fern Corsets
Dove Undermuslin
Phoenix Hose
WE GUARANTEE THESE ITEMS
Greenville, N. C.
Ladies Ready-to-Wear and Millinery
WE SHOW THE NEW THINGS FIRST
C. Heber Forbes
GREENVILLE, N. C.
Peoples Bakery
DIENERS PEANUT BRITTLE
CREAM PUFFS
ALL KINDS OF PASTRIES
PHONE 129
GREENVILLE, N. C.
Tge Proctor Hotel
Caters Especially to College
Students and Their Families
Call us at 393 for any service
we may be able to render at
any time
W. David Turner
Manager
GREENVILLE, N. C.
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A NATION-WIDE INSTITUTION-
J.C.Penneyl Co. Inc.
DEPARTMENT STORES
Superior Values Always Here!
We don't believe in spasmodic "sales," but we
do believe in giving the most in value for each dollar
you spend here. And we believe in doing this every
day in the year.
BLOUNT-HARVEY COMPANY, INC.
Greenville Style Center for Wearing Apparel
Women who depend upon this store for their
wearing apparel know that styles are correct;
that old stocks never accumulate here; that we
show greatest variety of fabrics, many of which are
exclusively our own; that everything is of guaranteed
quality; that they get a full dollar's worth for every
dollar. We want more women to know these truths.
WE MAKE SPECIAL EFFORT TO PLEASE COLLEGE GIRLS
BLOUNT-HARVEY COMPANY, INC.
The Shopping Center
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J. G. LAUTARES
Candy Palace
THE EVERY DAY DESSERT
Our pure Ice Cream, and Home-Made Candy are
more than a dessert. Their food value exceeds that
of most table foods. A dish of our Ice Cream has
the same food value as a pound of steak or four
pounds of potatoes. We leave it to any member
of the household to say which is the most appetiz-
ing. Lautares Ice Cream has passed the State Food
Inspection at Raleigh, and has proved to be a pure
cream-and a rich cream. Our Ice Cream Plant has
been installed by the Southern Construction and
Supply Company, Atlanta, Ga., and is the best and
most up-to-date in the State.
Try Our Ice Cream in Your Home
BE SURE TO ASK FOR
LAUTARES ICE CREAM
WHOLESALE AND RETAIL
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B. S. Warren
The Leading Druggist
GREENVILLE, N. C.
The Old Reliable Store
Call Us for Anything a Drug
Store Sells
Phone 68
The Price Of A
Good Photograph
Is not the money you ex-
change for it, but the Personal
Happiness and Mental Satisfaction
-and yet you find our
prices most reasonable.
BAKER'S STUDIO
Sit to Us for Your Portraits
Pitt Shoe Company
Shoes Exclusively
Five Points
We Keep Your Feet Happy
H.W.PETERS COMPANY
Manufacturing Jewelers
CLASS RINGS, SOCIETY
EMBLEMS AND INVITATIONS
District Office
3211/2 West Main Street
DURHAM, N. C.
J. H. MILLER
District Manager
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Put Your Experience of YESTERDAY Into
TODAY
And It Will Pay You a Reward TOMORROW
PROFIT BY OBSERVATION
Look around you and you will see on every side examples of men
who, during their working years, spent their income
regardless of the future
Prepare now so that in your declining years you will have peace and plenty
EXPERIENCE IS KNOWLEDGE GAINED BY TRIAL AND PRACTICE
open a bank account-do it today
The Greenville Banking and Trust Company
Resources Over $1,500,000.00
Greenville Market Company
WHOLESALE AND RETAIL
FRESH MEATS OYSTERS AND FISH
We Appreciate Your Patronage
Phone 82
STATIONERY OFFICE SUPPLIES
Renfrew Printing Company
PRINTERS AND STATIONERS
We have all kinds of stationery
and supplies for College Girls
EVANS STREET
Opposite Proctor Hotel
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YOUNG'S
For the Newest Styles
or Evening Dresses
SPECIALLY PRICED
We always get the newest novelties in
OXFORDS AND PUMPS FIRST
Our silk hosiery is the best
obtainable. Extra good heavy silk
hose, triple seam, full fashioned
ALL COLORS, $1.49
CORNER DICKERSON AVENUE
AND GREENE STREET
THIS SPACE
IS COMPLIMENTARY TO
White's Theatre
FOR A
Picture given in behalf of
The 1926 Tecoan
NATIONAL BANK OF GREENVILLE
GREENVILLE, N. C.
The Big Bank on Five Points
Resources $1,644,098.00
90%
This is the high average, yet 90% of the business of this country is
done by check
We want you to join the majority by opening an account with
this bank
JAMES L. LITTLE, President F. J. FORBES, Cashie
F. G. JAMES, Vice-President CHAS. JAMES, Asst. Cashier
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East Carolina Teachers College
Greenville, N. C.
COURSES OFFERED
I. A Two-Year Normal Course
II. A Four-Year College Course
The two-year normal course leads to a diploma
which entitles the holder to a Primary or Grammar
Grade Certificate, Class B. The four-year college
course leads to the A. B. degree which entitles the
holder to a Primary, Grammar Grade, or High
School Teacher's Certificate, Class A. All work
given in these courses will count toward graduation
from this institution.
Special courses are offered with the purpose of
preparing High School Teachers of English, His-
tory, Science, Biology, Mathematics, Geography,
Latin, French, and Home Economics.
Beginning with the fall term of 1927 the college
will offer a course for Elementary school principals
and supervisors.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, ADDRESS
ROBERT H. WRIGHT
President
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Equipped with many years experience for making photographs of
all sorts, desirable for illustrating college annuals. Best
obtainable artists, workmanship and the capacity
for prompt and unequaled service.
White STUDIO
Photographers to
1926 Tecoan
220 WEST 42nd STREET, NEW YORK
A Good, Accurate Watch is Absolutely Essential
When You Start Teaching
Hamilton-Elgin Bulova-Optima
Our Prices
$12.50 to $100.00
Investigate Our "Divided Payment" Plan for College Girls
WE ALWAYS KEEP AN EXPERT WATCH-MAKER
Traub Genuine "Orange Blossom" Wedding Rings and Mountings
If Interested, Write for Brochure "Wedding Ring Sentiment"
We are as Near as Your Post Office; Make Your Wants Known
W. L. BEST
"LARGEST JEWELER IN PITT COUNTY"
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Wilkerson & Williams
UNDERTAKING AND
MUSIC COMPANY
FUNERAL DIRECTORS AND EMBALMERS
PIANOS AND PLAYER PIANOS
VICTROLAS AND RECORDS
PICTURE FRAMES AND
NOVELTIES
GREENVILLE, N. C.
John Flanagan
Buggy Company
AUTHORIZED FORD DEALERS
SALES AND SERVICE
GREENVILLE, N. C.
CASH OR CREDIT
JUST EVERYTHING
DRUG STORES SELL
OUR MOTTO
Service and Quality
Greenville Drug Co.
J. Key Brown
Druggist
FIVE POINTS
How Do You Stand?
Are the soles of your feet com-
fortable? and your heels? Do
you feel on the level, or wobbly?
If the latter, maybe your shoes
are at fault. Better bring
them to us and let us give you
a better understanding. We do
all kinds of shoe repairing, in a
thorough manner, at fair prices.
Goodyear Shoe Repairing Co.
Greenville, N. C.
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Greenville Floral Co.
"Say It With Flowers"
Wedding Bouquets, Corsages
Funeral Designs
Largest Growers of Cut Flowers in
Eastern Carolina
PHONE 443-W
Phone 437
Dr. M. B. Massey
DENTIST
200-202 National Bank Building
GREENVILLE, N. C.
WILLARD'S
Fancy Groceries
Food of Superior Excellence
23-PHONES-92
GREENVILLE, N. C.
Mrs. R. W. Fleming
Hemstitching
P. O. BOX 418 PHONE 136
EVANS STREET
GREENVILLE, N. C.
LOWE'S
Millinery and Van Raalte Hose
GREENVILLE, N. C.
CHIC
Naturalness and Correctness are
the Characteristics of
A VANITY BOXE
NEW NESTLE CIRCULINE
PERMANENT WAVE
Make Your Application Now
The Vanity Boxe
Dr. B. McK. Johnson
DENTIST
National Bank Building
Phone 391
GREENVILLE, N. C.
MISSES MANNING
SPECIALTY SHOP
Ladies' Ready-to-Wear
and Millinery
GREENVILLE, N. C.
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Mrs. Annie Pittman
Hemstitching, Button Covering
and Pleating
PHONE 218
EVANS STREET
GREENVILLE, N. C.
Dr. Alfred M.Schultz
Dentist
100 National Bank Building
GREENVILLE, N. C.
Dr. R. F. Williams
DENTIST
302 National Bank Building
PHONE 413
GREENVILLE, N. C.
L. O. GROSS
PIANO TUNING AND REPAIRING
GREENVILLE, N. C.
It is a fact, that you can get
better furniture at a better
price and better terms at
Taft & Vandyke
Greenville, n. c.
6%-Money to Loan-6%
The Hood System
Industrial Bank
GREENVILLE, N. C.
Pay Back Weekly or Monthly
ELECTRIC SERVICE AND
SUPPLY COMPANY
ANYTHING ELECTRICAL
RADIOS
We Appreciate Your Business
PHONE 605
DICKERSON AVENUE
A. G. WALTERS
JEWELER AND OPTICIAN
"Everything in First-Class Jewelry"
SEE OUR LINE
GREENVILLE, N. C.
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In the planning and production of
this Annual it has been a pleasure to
work with the Class of 1925-26. We
believe that we have been of real service to
you, and we appreciate the opportunity.
We also believe that our mutual efforts
to produce a worthy Annual have not been in vain.
As you go out into Life we can but wish
for your success and happiness. Your successors
of 1926-27 will find us equally able and
willing to share their problems as they
take up your work. We hope to know
them as well as we have known you.
We welcome all inquiries and we are
always ready to serve.
BIRMAB ENGRAVING CO.
DESIGNERS RETOUCHERS HALFTONES ZINC ETCHINGS
ILLUSTRATORS SHADING TINTS COLOR PLATES EMBOSSING DIES
COR. CHURCH AND 4th ST.
Charlotte, N. C. TELEPHONE 1203
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College and High School
ANNUALS
We invite your meticulous scrutiny
of this Annual as to typography, press-
work, binding, and all the elements that
enter into the publishing of a year-book.
Our organization is made up of men
who are experts in the handling of Col-
lege and High School Annuals-our
equipment is second to none in the State
-and these two, combined with excep-
tional business service, assure our pa-
trons of entire satisfaction.
Correspondence Invited
The Observer Printing House
Incorporated
CHARLOTTE, N. C.
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The cover for
this annual
was created by
The DAVID J.
MOLLOY CO.
2857 N. Western Avenue
Chicago, Illinois
Every Molloy Made
Cover bears this
trade mark on the
back lid.
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AUTOGRAPHS
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FINIS