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Newspaper
Barnard Bulletin
Location
New York, New York, United States of America
Date
Oct 23, 1912
Page
4
An appeal urges readers to examine fraternities with a critical mind, inviting hurt or benefited students to share experiences and question abolitions, privileges, and politics. It lists questions about membership, growth, and the role of the Brinkerhoff Theatre, ending with a Jabberwock ad note and a College Drug Store plug.
A Bear article prompts debate on whether fraternities are democratic or practical. The writer argues democracy may be theoretical, favors the value of lasting friendship fostered by fraternities, but acknowledges flaws such as snobbery and petty distinctions that lead to calls for reform rather than abolition.
West Hall Books offers new and second hand volumes at low prices. The Columbia University Book Store promotes wide selection and discounts across its stock, inviting readers to browse and save on educational titles.
The column argues for open discussion on fraternity rules at Barnard College. It praises Barnard women as earnest and honest in putting the institution first, while noting doubts about abolishing all fraternities and the social lines they create.
The document lists multiple scholarships with recipient names and class years including Margaret P Peck 1914 Eliza Taylor Chisholm Caro line Allison 1914 Ruth W Talmage 1914 Isabella P Douglas 1913 Dorothy Reaser 1916 Katherine Fox 1915 and mentions several named scholarships such as Helen Crosby 1913 and Emma Hertzog 1916.
A playful jabberwock parody advertises the College Drug Store offering ten dollar prizes for Jabberwock rhymes to be used as Bulletin ads. Readers are invited to visit the Bulletin office for details.
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