The Stetson Weekly Collegiate

STETSON FIRST LAST AND ALL THE TIME ®t?e §>frt0on Wwktg (Unlbgtate. WE BOOST THE UNIVERSITY YOU BOOST THE COLLEGIATE PUBLISHED BY THE STUDENTS OF JOHN B. STETSON UNIVERSITY. VOL. XXIX. DELAND, FLORIDA, FRIDAY, DECEMBER 8, 1916. NUMBER 9 ATHLETIC BANQUET AT CHAUDOIN Promptly at six o'clock a large number of Stetson students, all living on the campus and many others, assembled in the dining room of Chaudoin. Bushnell's orchestra had been playing for some time and continued to play during the banquet. The tables were arranged in the form of a "IT," the decorations being potted ferns placed at intervals on the tables which with the white napery carried out the Stetson Colors. The dinner consisted of roast turkey, turkey dressing, mashed potatoes, steamed rice, gravy, English peas, pickled peaches, cranberry sauce, celery, and mince pie, and was greatly enjoyed by the scores in attendance. A large number of the young men cheered Mr. and Airs Dohm several times During the course of the dinner enthusiastic college yells came from various parts of the dining room, cheering the coach, each separate member of the team and the team as a whole Toasts. After everyone had enjoyed the excellent dinner, Mr Brass rose and in a few well chosen words complimented the large attendance, the occasion and the team and called for Coach Hollander to respond to the toast, "Have you got what it takes?" saying that he was sure he did have. Mr. Hollander upon opening his remarks stated that he had heard many things about himself, but it took "Brass" to say what had just been said. Mr. Hollander delighted everyone by his appreciation of the enthusiasm being expressed at the large gathering. He told them that it took twenty- two men -with which to win the game; men who have agreeable dispositions; men who will abide by authority; men who will work and strive and accomplish things: men who will fix a goal they wish to gain and then go after it. He stated that he had never dealt with finer men, individually and collectively than the Stetson men in training for football this season. -Mr. Brass then called upon Captain Gee to tell them how sorry he was to see a man put out of the game who had punched him in the jaw. Mr. Gee responded most nobly to the call, stating that he was not an orator, not having taken law at Stetson, and so could not compete with Mr. Brass and Mr. Hollander. He stated that it was not very pleasant to be punched in the head, and that one time he lost his temper and punched back, but that later on he was able to keep from doing it when he had a good chance. Most generously did Captain Gee praise the various members of the team, members who had given their very best but who by reason of their positions had not gained so much newspaper glory as some of the others. He especially commended Mr. Russell Rasco for his splendid work as center saying that every time he had been needed he was there. He spoke of others in most complimentary terms. In closing he sopke °f the second game to be played with Southern and told the men that a good hard game was ahead °f them and that thev would need all of the support they could get from the side lines. Mr. Brass then called upon Mr. Bailey to respond to the toast, "How to make a hundred yards in ten seconds, or how to score a touch down." Mr. Bailey very humorously stated that he thought that first came to him in making the explanation as to how to run a hundred yards in ten seconds was that given by a freshman to an old man who was a little off his running. He told the old man just to step longer and quicker and he would run faster. Mr. Bailey stated that to score a touch down was not the work of one man, but the work of eleven men, for without a strong defence no man, no matter how brilliant a player he might be, could do much, "No man," said Mr. Bailey, "is playing for his own glory, but for the glory of Stetson and those who attend Stetson." Mr. Brass then called on Lew Barstow- to respond to the toast, "How to harness up a hundred horse power muleteam." Mr. Barstow, w^ho had been leading some of the big cheering and who had been the leader in giving the football squad a big se~id-off on the day before the Sout1 ern-Stet- son game, responded in his best style, to this toast. He said that football was out of his line altogether, but that athletics of any kind must have enthusiasm, and speaking on behalf of the entire student body, he stated that they had what it takes to make a fine football team for Stetson. No matter how fine the football machine is, without cheering it is not likely to score many touchdowms and he felt that perhaps the demonstration made the day before the team left might have had a little to do with the winning of the game. He urged the students to come out Saturday and root as they have never rooted before for the Stetson Eleven. Mr. Brass next called for a speech from Prof. D. J. Blocker, known to all the students as "Uncle Dan," to respond to the toast, "Those jolly fellows, the Team." Mr. Blocker spoke most loyally of his Alma Mater, Stetson University, and said that the thing that had always been closest to him at Stetson was the student body. He stated that he wished he might have the time to talk about the football team individually and collectively but he would only say that he appreciated the effort which they were putting into the football games this season. In closing he proposed the following toast to the team: "Here's to the men of our team; Here's to their liver and spleen; Here's to their muscle and sinew; Go forth next Saturday and win You." Mr. Brass then called upon Ben Hulley to respond to the toast, "The Rhodes Scholarship, and how it feels to have one sewed up on the inside of your vest pocket." Mr. Hulley responded with a toast in which he first told some things about the Rhodes Scholarship and wmat it meant; and then expressed in humorous terms just how he felt to have it in his vest pocket. He said at first he was paralyzed, he could not feel at all, and then when he had recov- Continued on pasre 3 VESPERS In the absence of Dr. Hulley, Professor Blocker conducted the Vesper Services. The services were of a nature appropriate to Thanksgiving. Speaking of the proper Thanksgiving attitude, Professor Blocker discussed the doctrine of the prag- matist, who believes in thinking in terms of the present. Thougn not advocating pragmatism Professor Blocker stated the fact that we should appreciate the present and its blessings and advantages. Yesterday is gone; tomorrow may never come; but we have today to make the best of. We can not speak thanksgiving if we deplore today. Uncle Dan briefly related the history of Thanksgiving Day, and touched on the meaning of the day when it was founded and its meaning now. Today the people of the United States have a great many more blessings for which to be thankful than had the colonists who first set aside the day for praise and thanksgiving. The sermon wras concluded by a sum- |mary of the wrays in which the in- ' dividual may solemnize the day are by expression of praise and thanksgiving; by a feeling of thankfulness; by remembering the many things for which he should be thankful. The entire Vesper hour next Sunday will be given over to a Christmas cantata. It is expected that an unusually large number will be present to' enjoy this service. TRI-DELT HOUSE PARTY. Pleasant Week End Affair. o ATHLETIC CELEBRATION AT STETSON On Monday morning after the regular chapel service, President Hulley told the students that he would give them a few minutes in which to give expression to the enthusiasm felt over the victory gained on Thanksgiving Day by the football team at Tampa playing Southern. Mr. Donald Conn upon request took the place of cheer leader and led with much vim the enthusiastic cheering. Cheers were called for Coach Hollander, for Captain Gee, for Mr. Bailey who starred in the Stetson-Southern game and for the team as a whole and were responded to most heartily by the entire student body. The announcement was then made that the Rhodes Scholarship from Florida had been conferred upon Benjamin M. Hulley, son of President and Mrs. Lincoln Hulley. The telegram from Dr. A. A. Murphree stating that Dr. Blackman, the other member of the committee, joined him in making this appointment was read. Enthusiastic clapping followed by hearty cheering was given to Mr. Hulley. President Hulley then announced that an Athletic Banquet wrould be given in the dining room of Chaudoin Hall at six in the evening. He asked Mr. Brass to act as toastmaster owing to it being impossible for Dean Smith, Faculty Chairman of the Athletic Committee, to be present. The students were then dismissed. o Roy Amidon spent Thanksgiving with his parents in Lakeland, and incidentally saw the Stetson-Southern game in Tampa. The house of Mrs. Cranor on vSouth Boulevard was the scene last week end of a most enjoyable houseparty from Wednesday afternoon until Monday morning. All of the Tri-Delts in Chaudoin and in town were there and many of the alumni were present. Kath- erine Harkness, Mary Sheppard, and Inez Barron were among the prominent alumni present. From the beginning to the end there was not one quiet moment, there was something doing all the time. Wednesday evening at the invitation of Mr. Stewart the entire party, chaperoned by Miss Spofford, attended the Princess Theatre, where they saw a delightful performance by Clark. After the performance the party visited Fowler's for refreshments. Thursday morning the girls attended Thanksgiving services at the various churches, returning to a gorgeous dinner prepared under the direction of Chief Cook "Mamie," assisted by the rats. In the afternoon the girls attended a matinee and spent a most enjoyable time. Friday morning they were supposed to be at school at 7:45 but to the great surprise of all they were ten minutes ahead of time. Friday night wras passed in attending the various literary societies and also this w-as "date" night. Saturday the girls gave their open house at which a large number of the students and townspeople wrere present. Pineapple and wafers were served to the guests. The decorations consisted of pine boughs and cut flowers wmich gave a very pleasant effect. On Saturday the reception was in order and all wrere present at the affair. Sunday morning feeling the need of church all the members attended services at the various churches. In the afternoon riding was the chief object until vespers at wiodh the girls attended in a body. The feature of Saturday evening wras a recitation entitled, "Something must have happened to you." This was given about ten times. -After one of the most pleasant affairs of the season the party regreted the coming of Monday which closed the open house party and ended the good time. STETSON LITERARY SOCIETY Sanford to Debate—Accepts Challenge. o "DER DEUTSCHE VEREIN" The society met in regular session Tuesday evening, and notwithstanding the fact that the Secretary and Program Manager were absent, the program was carried out with the characteristics promptness and enthusiasm of the German people. Several Christmas songs were sung, Henry Lofquist presented a few facts concerning the life of Wilhelm the Second, and Miss Stansfield gave an instructive synopsis of the life of Scheller. All German students are reminded of the Christmas tree and meeting to be next Tuesday evening. Don't forget your present and dime. o The Alpha Phi Delta Fraternity announces the formal pledging of Marion Hanne of Jacksonville, Fla. The last meeting of the Stetson Literary Society brought the news that the Sanford High School had accepted the challenge for a debate with the Lit. The new interests that are enthusing the literary members should be sufficient to greatly enlarge the membership. It is hoped that members may be brought to that point where it would be necessary to have another room provided. The President appointed a committee to obtain a larger membership. After the nominations for officers for the winter term the following program was given: Current Events—Vashti Richardson. Debate—Resolved that some system ought to be adopted by which the degree of A. B. could be obtained from college in three years. The affirmative by Dorothy Martin, Dewey Johnson, the negative by Lucy Gilbert and Wendall Rasco. The judges were Keppel and Ackroyd, Willyard. The decision was given to hte negative by a 2 to 1 vote. An extempore followed by Mr. Keppel with recitations by Ada Stallings and Frances Griggs. Clyatt Lewis conducted parliamentary practice. At the close of the meeting Dr. Baldwin gave the critic's report. o EUSOPHIAN LITERARY SOCIETY. The regular meeting of the Eusophian Literary Society was held Friday, December 1. An interesting program, which consisted of . the following numbers, was rendered: Origin and Causes of the European War.—Frances Field Current Events.—Helen Parker. A Story Connected with the European War.—Marvel Martin. Extemporaneous—Jessie Swingle. Vocal Solo—Helen Chase. Parliamentary Practice — Alary Walters. o KENT LAW CLUB. The Kent Law Club met in its room as usual last Friday night and owdng to the absence of President Young, Vice President Mcllvain occupied the chair. The debators not being prepared and one of them absent the debate which was* resolved that the Farmers Loan Act will benefit the country, w^as dispensed with. Mr. Caro gave a very able and interesting talk to the club. Parliamentary Practice was then held with Mr. Mcllvain in the chair After a "hot" five minutes the club adjourned. The Kent Club this term has been of the strongest and it is hoped that every law man will make it his duty to attend and hold this organization as it has ever been, the strongest. o W. A. Pattishall spent the week end out of town calling on some member of the fair sex. Just who she was seems to be a mystery, and all that the most diligent questioning will get out of "Pat" is, "She sure had a nice screened porch at her house." . fi<