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Newspaper
Barnard Bulletin
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1905
Page
1
Barnard Bulletin lists annual subscription at 1.50 with mailing price 1.85. Editor-in-Chief is Margiore Ferguson Brown and Elizabeth Tredwell serves as Assistant Business Manager. Page shows a partial staff roster and notes publication as weekly through the college year.
On November 13, 1905, a campus debate examines where Barnard College women dormitory living should fall under college jurisdiction. It notes Whittier Hall rules are limited, only 10 percent residents are Barnard students, while many rooms house graduates or working women, complicating oversight.
A Barnard discussion weighs boarding houses and fraternity apartments as weaker forms of unity. A dormitory on their own land is desired to create a home-like, common life for Barnard girls while a permanent campus dream remains distant.
It is regretted that miniature class flags on the Sophomore Show poster disappeared. While not proven, it seems possible a member of the college took them. The poster, belonging to the class of 1908, was meant to please all, and stealing it robs many of its charm.
In unsigned correspondence J S P argues for a Barnard dormitory under college control. She notes Whittier Hall helps independent freshmen but distant homes require better support for city life and social adjustment. Alumnae backs dormitory to broaden perspectives and strengthen college life.
A Barnard student letter argues against immediate financial independence for new students. The writer contends that the entire group should not be trusted with complete control at once and suggests staged access to funds and living arrangements as a safety measure. The note reflects concerns about autonomy, housing, and attraction of the dormitory.
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