Faculty Assumes Verdun Like Atmosphere At Yearend
The line under the clock hints the faculty adopts a Verdun inspired mood as the year closes, presenting a sober academic ambiance and reflects on traditions and duties.
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Newspaper
Barnard Bulletin
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
May 17, 1918
Page
8
The line under the clock hints the faculty adopts a Verdun inspired mood as the year closes, presenting a sober academic ambiance and reflects on traditions and duties.
Miss Latham questions a newly engaged student about moonlight in a love scene. The student responds with heartfelt admiration saying wonderful. The exchange captures a romantic mood and youthful emotion in a literary moment.
L B 18 asks whether fasting is a religious act or a sign of inactivity. The brief discussion contrasts spiritual discipline with perceived idleness and explores cultural interpretations in daily life.
The piece notes a humorous scene where a student named Le vinus gives an opposition speech while others joke about voting. A casual conversation follows about Oscar, with nostalgic remarks on his looks and memories of previous appearances.
The office of treasurer became vacant after Mr. McAneny resigned and joined the New York Times. A politics lecture notes the unusual party switch and its impact on finance duties.
A reader argues for stronger limits on Chinese immigrants citing class segregation and a desire for a cultural gatekeeping in the United States. The writer mentions a reading room at Columbia and calls for a clause in the gentlemen's agreement addressing immigration.
Garden Note reports trunks placed in Brooks Hall corridors to create an obstacle race for breakfast dash. Packing time two weeks away, observers note the playful prank aims to spur agility and amusement among residents.
The installation will occur in the gym Friday afternoon. All attendees should wear cap and gown. Tea will be served in the College parlor.
Treasurers must settle all accounts immediately by bringing checks and ledgers to the Student Council Room this week. If any sums are owed to Barnard College or to 1919 Mortarboard, draw those checks now. Balances must be completed.
Wassell Pharmacy plans to offer modern druggist services to New York residents. The initiative highlights accessible medicines and patient care through a public health oriented approach.
A vivid, tongue in cheek critique of Mortarboard pieces with references to art and literature, noting dazzle and bad typography. The text teases a critical review to appear in the bulletin’s final issue, highlighting playful jabs at modern prose and campus culture.
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