The Stetson Weekly Collegiate

trtsn +* B. F. Brass Mtegtat? The Only Students' Publication of John B. Stetson University VOL. XXIV DeLAND, FLORIDA, SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 1912 NO. 14 STETSON vs. ROLLINS. On last Friday noon, we Stetson basketball girls with our chaperon, coach, referee, and "rooters" left Chaudoin Hall en route for Rollins College, to play the first game of the season. Although the train was exceedingly "dilatory," wThich fact necessitated somewhat tedious waits both at DeLand depot and Junction, in the course of time we were on our way south, a merry party of thirteen. Even if some of our number were quite susceptible to flirtation (who would have thought it?), we succeeded in reaching Winter Park without having lost any of our crowd, at which place we were warmly received by the Rollins girls. After the assignmnet of our rooms in the dormitories, some of us were taken for a short but delightful canoe ride upon the lake, while others enjoyed a stroll about the campus. At eight o'clock the gymnasium was the scene of much excitement, when both teams appeared upon the floor, ready for the thrilling game which was to follow. The first half began with good, fast playing, which continued throughout the game. Commendation is due each team, especially Stetson for the excellent team, work which she exhibited. The forward passes were swift and accurate, and our guards and center were on the alert all the time. At the end of the first half, the score stood n—2 in Stetson's favor. The second half, although not so hard, was characterized by no less interest or spirit. Time was called for five minutes, but after this brief cessation, the players resumed their places and finished the game. Stetson triumphed, the score being 13—8. Our little Stetson crowd was enthusiastic and delighted, and did some cheering. We feel that much credit for our victory is due our efficient coach, Mr. Cochrane. Mr. Strum acquitted him self nobly as referee, while our "rooters" cheered as well as inspired us. After breakfast, which, by the way, was patronized especially by Miss Bowers, Miss Willard, and Mr. Strum, who tarried long at the table, we were well entertained by our Rollins friends until train time at ten sixteen. With much hilarity and jollity, but with regret on account of having to leave so jtiooti, w7e homeward turned, but not until we had written the score on every available place about the station, and even on our hats and coats, and all the engines and cars. Here is the Stetson line-up: Miss Keown—Forward. Miss Pelot—Forward. Miss Kathryn Dunning—Center. Miss Dolly Dunning—Guard. Miss Bowers— Guard. Miss Williard and Miss A. G. Waterman—Subs. P. S.—;We wish to say in passing that Stet, the bulldog, our Stetson mascot, was there with colors flying in all his glory, the special care of Mr. Neil Jones during the game. The Putnam Inn has become the headquarters of another series of "private" English lessons. By the Eusophian paper in its last issue, we learned that Mr. Frank Wideman, .the small son of Mr. J. Wideman, was wintering in DeLand. All the Stetson students were glad to see Miss Mamie Ray, a graduate of last year's College Class, again at Stetson the first of the week. Anyone desiring information concerning political questions apply to Mabel El- dredge. That is, if there is anything in a name. GLEE CLUB CONCERT GREATEST SUCCESS IN YEARS. Boys Make a Hit at Lake Helen. To judge from the applause and the opinions of those who are qualified to know, the first appearance of the Stetson Glee Club wras a veritable triumph. Tho a first concert, it had all the finish which is usually the result of many repetitions. The Glee Club itself was, of course, the Stellar attraction, but the other numbers were unusually pleasing. With increased numbers and a well-balanced programme the club set a higher mark for a first performance than ever before and evoked the full and spontaneous applause of the audience. Miss Buttorff, soprano soloist, sang superbly, artistically accompanied by Mrs. Phillips. The innovation of the program was the Mandolin and Banjo Club. It was a rare treat to hear their splendid music and the audience could not be blamed for their demand for "more." The personnel of the Glee Club is as follows: First Tenors — McDermond, Geiger, Thomas. Second Tenors — Rockwood Nickerson, Roberts. First Bases — Garwood (leader), Smith, Perry. Second Bases — Wideman (manager) Mickle, Longstreet. The concert in the Auditorium Tuesday evening was only a splendid repetition of the Lake Helen concert. Miss Eno shows marked interest in the fine jewTeler(y). Miss Barron (studying latin prose)- — Ella May, do you decline dates? Miss Ella May—Never! Miss Marie Russell Stevens sp'ent the week-end with her parents at the Winter Home.