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Newspaper
Barnard Bulletin
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
May 06, 1908
Page
1
The May 6 1908 issue notes the 1908 1909 catalogue appeared before Easter allowing three week elective changes instead of two. It highlights the Jenny A Gerard gold medal for best essay in American Colonial History and new economics courses.
The passage discusses announced courses and ongoing plans for future offerings. It mentions potential expansion and student interest in social science, noting uncertainty about numbers and timing for this year and next. The tone reflects deliberation on curriculum value and demand.
The Y W C A regular meeting on April 29 heard the last year reports. The Bible Book deficit was manageable due to treasury funds but suggested more member support to fund the Blue Book. The Philanthropic Committee noted a large work increase and the president urged closer cooperation with Columbia University’s Deaf Service Committee.
The Columbia Glee and Mandolin clubs held a Wednesday evening concert at Brooks Hall on April 29. The program mixed serious songs with humorous numbers, included a clog dance, and featured a post concert intermission with refreshments and a dance in the dining room until midnight. Guests included Mr Jessor, Mrs Brewster, Doc. Pior and Mrs Crampton.
Election results list Hieda Ward as president and Elsie Smith as secretary-treasurer for 1908. Committee on Members chaired by Josephine Dempsey with Hazel Davies and O'Brien also named.
The pageant reports enthusiastic applause for two plays presented to Newark High pupils. Mr McMaster and leading lady performances draw praise, while a novice actor drew mild critique. Cast lists name Cecile Debouy and Olinger as coaches and Barnard Columbia society managers, with numerous student performers named.
Maisie Shainwald and Michael Dreiser announce their engagement with wedding planned for May 20. Clare M. Howard appointed Lecturer in English for the coming year. Nina Adelé Winterburg married April 21 to Otis Yale Hauser of Lafayette College. Mabel Elizabeth Weiss Rich engaged to Claude Milford Horton of Lindenville, N Y. Agnes Vacy Durant married Charles Halsey on April 9.
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