The Stetson Weekly Collegiate

SAFETY FIRST nRPER YOUR ° COLLEGIATE NOW ©H? §frt0ou Itoklu (EoUraiafr. WE BOOST THE UNIVERSITY YOU BOOST THE COLLEGIATE PUBLISHED BY THE STUDENTS OF JOHN B. STETSON UNIVERSITY. DELAND, FLORIDA, FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 1915. NUMBER W 9 WAR ON TURKEY FOR ONE DAY THANKSGIVING CELEBRATED WITH GREAT POMP IN CHAUDOIN. ManyRomeos Present with Their Fair Juliets. Impromptu Speaking. KENT CLUB According to ye ancient customs 0f ye Stetson University, and in order that no time-encrusted traditions might be desecrated and abolished, the usual semi-banquet ns held in the spacious dining halls of Chaudoin to celebrate the festive occasion of Thanksgiving. And celebrate this- festive occasion we did in the same olden, glorious style. Even the Pilgrim Fathers could not have been more earnest in the way the royal turkey was scientifically attacked and success- folly annihilated. It is with a feeling of fullness and comfortable (well-nigh uncomfortable!) distension that we sit down to WTite up this gala occasion for the readers of the Collegiate. We made a few feints and passes at the regal bird—and lo, the regal bird was no more. It is with a feeling of sadness and heaviness below the heart that we record this fact. We are loth to confess it, but we have dispensed with all such out- rard and superfluous constrictions as vests, dress-coats, and belts. Sacrifices must be made to the reading public; we must properly exploit this magnificent feast. We propose three cheers and a tiger for Mrs. Dohm with all the vim and earnestness that the Stetson students usually display. She deserves them. We have paid our due respects to the healthy god of Appetite, and we are surfeited. Mrs. Dohm and her efficient and .'ned corps of waiters have served us faithfully and well. We herewith insert the menu, memories of which we are carefully trying to resusciate for your pleasure dear reader: Roast Turkey, with Oyster filling, Cranberry Sauce Celery Olives Mashed Potatoes Steamed Rice Chocolate Meringue pie Coffee would fain make a few re- ■aife upon the toasts of the Mr. Brass, dean of the Neil, officiated as toastmaster. He | called upon Doctor Hulley, responded with a brief and brilliant bit of forensic art and wttor. "Uncle Dan" Blocker, in line of request, won to jj ample bosom by his remarks "s of all those he "loved -w and individually." Mr. Tribble, Law '15, past- in the gentle art of *ie: - dinner oratory, regaled tellects with a weE-chosen i "following the example , "* illustrious two who had -j-^ceded riirn he—sat down." Has- ,"' caUed on fourth, responded .'•u a noble and subtle prelude L sussed fire, because he wras "o other festive gather- Kent Club met at 6 o'clock Friday evening as per Dr. Hulley's request. Due to the early hour the attendance was small. In the absence of the President and Vice- President the chair was occupied by Mr. Roebuck, the Secretary. The Secretary-Chairman called the roll and dispensed with the business and program until the next meeting. A motion for adjournment was then put, which was finally carried after forty-five minutes deliberation. STETSON WINS OPENING GAME VARSITY PILES UP LARGE SCORE AGAINST SANFORD. -o- VARSITY CLUB. The Varsity Club met last Friday evening at 6 P. M. The intended program was not given on account of the basket-ball schedule with Sanford. Nevertheless, an extemporaneous program was given. By vote of the members, Ziegler was asked to preside during Parliamentary Practice. He did so satisfactorily, although no time was allowed him in which to review Roberts Rules of Order. The meeting was then adjourned. The program for last Friday will be given Fridav, Nov. 26. o EUSOPHIAN. City Team Out Played in Every Department and at All Stages of The Game but Puts up Plucky Fight. The Eusophian Literary Society is proud of itself, also that it has as a member, the beloved Dr. Farriss. Last Friday night Dr. Farris told all the privileged members what Eusophian meant, so the priviledged ones now know something that the less fortunate j ones wish they knew. Come to meetings, and the possessors of this know-ledge wall tell you. The program was fine. Debate:—Resolved: "Tis better to have loved and lost, than never to have loved at all." Affirmative—Mona Bates. Negative—Florence Jackson. Extemporaneous—What do you think of this debate?—Sara Chase. Reading—Flossie Mathews. The opening game of the regular basketball schedule was played in Cumming's Gymn last Saturday night. The game was to have been played Friday, but owing to a mistake on the part of the Sanford management was postponed until Saturday. The DeLand Band kindly furnished the music for the occasion, and a good crowd was out to see Stetson win its first victory. This game gave the student body its first opportunity to see the team in action. Judging by the showing made Stetson will have one of the best teams in its history on the floor this season. Eleven men played during the game, and from this squad a strong team is sure to be selected. The squad appeared in new suits and the cheering section, led by Mcllvain Gumm, and Brown gave its first public recital. Both team and rooters made a good impression. The consistent working of signals coupled with good passing made possible the large ^core secured by Stetson, while the splendid defensive work of the guards made scoring well nigh impossible for Sanford. Only one field goal was made by the visitors during the entire game. The game was a good scrappy exhibition from start to finish in spite of the one sided score, as was shown by Sanford securing eleven of her points on fouls. No one man could be designated as starring for Stetson, the field goals being rather evenly divided. Gardner led with 4 and Miller and Minter VESPERS. Last Sunday Vespers were held at three o'clock instead of four. The services were devoted to a Thanksgiving program. Dr. Hulley spoke on "The True Spirit of Thankfulness," and forcibly pictured our many blessings and the right way of expressing thankfulness for them. The choir rendered several Thanksgiving hymns and Mrs. Garrison gave a beautiful solo. The auditorium was well filled which would seemingly prove that three o'clock is possibly a more suitable hour than four. o SPECIAL CHAPEL SERVICE SIGMA NU BOYS GIVE SMOKER ALL THE FRATERNITY MEN IN THE UNIVERSITY INVITED A Splendid Time Had By All. Jokes, Songs and Dances Entertained The Cathering Talk—Dr. Farriss. The judges decided in favor of secured 3 apiece. Rutherford shot the negative. Next week will be a Thanksgiving program. o STETSON LIT. I_ «Dutch" Hollander made his debut and played for a short time. in rather hard luck but got 2 and [managed to intercept the major {portion of Sanford's passes •aster The program for the Stetson Literary Society for Friday night was as follows: Stetson Star—Arvid Peterson. Current Events—Harold Carr. Reading—Miss Hammond. Debate, Resolved: That the fifteenth amendment of the Con-i stitution of the United States should j be abolished. I Affirmative—Miss Dorla Ha skins I and Dewey Johnson. Negative—Miss Laura Lewis and I Miss Ford. ] The Judges, Miss Rudisill and-Chittenden. Mr. Prather decided in favor of I Substitutes the affirmative. o "Dutch" played the entire floor and usually managed to keep two or three men busy following him. The final score was, Stetson -12, Sanford 13. The line up was as follows; Stetson. Forwards—Miller and Gardner. Center—Rutherford. Guards—Walker and O'Connell. Sanford. Forwards—Murrell and Routh. Center—Arrant. Guards—R. Chittenden and N. Last Friday the delegates of the State Federation of Woman's Clubs and the ladies of DeLand were the guests of the ladies of the faculty at chapel service. The Faculty appeared in cap and gown in honor of the visitors and a very impressive service was held. President Hulley read from the Book of St. John the 9th chapter. The doctor stated that this was the most picturesque book in the Bible and the most picturesque chapter in the Book. The reading was very impressive and w-as made very interesting by the explanations made as to its exact meaning. The service wras greatly enjoyed by all, visitors and students alike. o VESPER CHOIR AND GLEE CLUB Wednesday of last week was the Musical night of the Florida Federation of Women's clubs, and by special request the Glee Club and Vesper Choir rendered several numbers for the visiting club members. The Glee club gave the following: "Ye Old Madrid," the "Cockoo" and "Stars of a Summer Night."which were met with hearty applause. The choir gave "Santa Lucia," "Drink tomeonlvwith thine eves Last Wednesday night all the fraternity men now in school were the guests of the boys of Sigma Nu. The jollifications were properly started and well under way by 8:15. The first number on the program was a contest between the fraternity victrola and quartette,—not along the usual line but merely to determine which was the louder. The prize wras awarded to the quartette by an unanimous ballot. The second number on the program was a dancing contest. The skill displayed by "Rat" Worcester in the light fantastics bluffed every one out of the running save "Rat" Dickey. The medal was finally given to the former because of his uncanny ability to "get with the music." After this the Sigma Nu Rat Quartette favored the gathering with several selections. Their #singing (?) met with so hearty an applause and insistent demands for encores that Tornlin and Worcester preforce rendered solos to fill the breach. The rat performance completed, everyone gathered around to enjoy the entertainment to be supplied by the old heads. Such royal performers as Jennings, Longstreet, O'Connell, Dickey and Hale were present, and each was sufficient in himself to make the evening a success. Jennings gave "Soldier and Sailor Too," Longstreet followed his lead with "If" while Haskins offered "Gunga Din." Along this line Kipling seemed a „- - T ■ ,, marked favorite, but James Whit- Boola Boola, Annie Laurie ,.,,,■* comb Rilev was not slighted. As and "Love's Old Sweet song." Taking everything into consideration it was a distinct triumph for the University. ——o LAW DEPARTMENT. The students of the Law Department were fortunate in having Mr. Dailev of the West Publishing street> "Swampy" O'Connell and a special number, at the earnest request of Sherman, "An Old Sweetheart of Mine" was given. Jokes flew thick and fast. Every one present entered. The judges declared it a draw. From all indications, had this play of wits been carried to a finish, Long- Company with them on Wednesday. The entire day was given to Mr. Dailev, who instructed the embryonic lawyers how to find the law. The instructions were very interesting and profitable. From now on the law- school -" twenty miles away among as chaperon orida pines in divergent INFORMAL DANCE. A hastily arranged dance was indulged in last Saturday evening by the Sigma Nu Boys. Austin Conrad is accused of being the originator of the idea. Six couples were present and a good time had bv all. Mrs. Woodall kindly acted For Stetson, Forwards—Hon and Hodgden, Minter. Center—Minter. Guards—Hollen- der, Femio and Junkin. Scores:—Field goals—Gardner 4, Miller 3, Minter 3, Rutherford 2, Hodgden 1, O'Connell 1, Hollander 1, R. Chittenden 1. Foul goals—Routh 11, Gardner 9, Rutherford 2, Hon 1. Referee—Gee, Clemson. Scorer and Timekeeper—Patillo. when the famous "U" of vontianed on piage 4 -> -Rabbi" Winner of Lake Helen l Miss Myrtle Conrad is the guest was; a°2> in onr midst last week of Miss Margaret GdUland, whfle In" '^abbi" keeps pretty close the Conrad automobue » bemg • painted. Gumm would still be at the Sigma Nu House cracking jokes. As it was, after an hour's contest not one of these humorists showed any signs of stopping, but seemed to be merely gathering headway. Refreshments consisting of hot will have a regular course in trac-j chocolate and waiters were served ing down law. This is but one | with Jordan, Fuller and . Gumm of the many improvements being acting as waiters. Bryan Jennings, steadily made in the law department. o On Thanksgiving quite a number of Stetson students registered for dinner at the DeSoto House in DeLeon. The later part of the evening was spent in dancing. Starting next week a number of the fellows not playing basketball or tennis are going to hold dailv practices on the diamond. Regular practice will probably corn- after receiving his seventh chocolate, made a public announcement that he had at last discovered a trio of waiters that filled the bill. To say the least they filled Bryan. After doing all the damage they could to the cigars and cigaretts the party disbanded to gather a little rest before Thanksgiving dawn appeared. This was the first fraternity smoker of the school year. With the good fellowship shown by tabs on the old school. mence immediately after the holi-1 everyone it could not have been days. 1 anything save a success.