Barnard Bulletin Publication Note
Barnard College student group publishes a weekly bulletin during the academic year with a brief hiatus in late January.
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Newspaper
Barnard Bulletin
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1917
Page
1
Barnard College student group publishes a weekly bulletin during the academic year with a brief hiatus in late January.
Barnard College notes from New York on June 19 1917 reflect on Seventeens commencement during World War I. The piece questions whether the class is brave or naive and wonders if they will pursue real work promptly or remain carefree as seniors depart under wartime strain.
A poignant 1917 note contrasts a world bearing heavy debts and loss with a promised future. The speaker urges a young woman to embrace the year and live up to a vision saints foresaw and martyrs died for, calling out the line A. B. 1917 as a distinct marker.
The Barnard Bulletin selects its Business Board and Barnard Bear. Edith Lowenstein, 19, becomes Business Manager with Marion Levy, 18, as Advertising Manager. Circulation Manager is Ethel Mott, 18. Assistants are Lucille Wolf, 19, Emily Young, 19, Mary Crookal, 20, Lockie Parker, 20, and Edith Baumann, 18.
Notice asks subscribers to settle accounts promptly to close the year's records. Names and amounts listed include A Saf, W. Sons, T. Hiebel, B. Johnson, Hie Kahits, C. Dickson, Ey Cottway, and M. Nichols with small balances. Assistance is requested to complete the financial tally.
The 1919 Mortarboard notes praise for the Senior play with strong performances and elegant costuming. It highlights M Terry's nearly professional technique, L Taylor's singing, and the large, appreciative audiences. Ambulance Fund appears to have been a financial success, with efficient management evident in the cast and production.
Agnes Surgeoner chairs a committee with Helen Callan Katherine Harrower Geral dine Krause Marietta Lott Lily Schlang Dorothy Stern Katherine Wainwright Cornelia Geer and Dorothy Leet serving ex officio across unspecified roles.
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