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Newspaper

Franklin

Location

Franklin, Indiana, United States of America

Date

Jun 18, 1919

Page

6

Senior Glass Play Draws Packed House

The Senior Class play The Injustice of Justice was staged at the Opéra House Monday before a packed audience. Margaret Thompson Payne led as Mary Turner with strong supporting turns from Margaret Miller and William Book. Orville Roberts as Inspector Burke, and Russell Shirley as the New York millionaire. The production was praised for its clever acting and entertaining stunts by the juniors.

Opéra House Margaret Thompson Payne Mary Turner Dick Gilder Mary Garshém Miss Payne Margaret Miller New York William Book Gilder Russell Shirley Gales Inspector Burke Orville Roberts Sarah Esther Berryhill Miss Smithson Esther Closgow Richard Gilder Wm. H. Book Edward Gilder George Demarest Raymond Moel Helen Morris Esther Myer Detective Cassidy Hugh Lowery Agnes Lynch Joe Garson Conrad Hamilton Fannie—Irene Chandler William Irwin A. E. Davis Eddie Griggs Ray Tomlinson Chicago Red Tom Lemon Tom Dacey Chas. Cross Mise Williams Katherine Book Dan—Chas Stoddard

Summer Enrollment Reaches Century Mark

Summer school enrollment hits the century mark as Miss Belva Crosby of Needham enrolls. With 100 already enrolled and final matriculation day near, officials expect total enrollment between 125 and 150. The current turnout surpasses prior years, which considered 100 a strong total.

Belva Crosby Needham

Praise for Schwerke Shines in Franklin College Glee Club

A Student urges The Franklin to honor Prof Irving Schwerke for leading the Glee Club to its strongest year. He notes the spring tour of the Seagaters as a standout success, expanding membership and improving repertoire, proving profit not the sole measure of achievement.

Franklin Glee Club Irving Schwerke Seagaters Franklin College Prof. Schwerke

Franklin College Beats Purdue Nine In Gala Week Clash

Franklin College diamond squad defeated Purdue University by seven to three at Lafayette. Franklin started strong with three runs in the first frame and added three more by the third, plus one in the eighth. Matt Ross made a key catch as Purdue staged a ninth inning rally, but Franklin completed three sharp double plays and held on for the win.

Franklin College Purdue University Lafayette Purdue Thurber Spud” Campbell Pike Green Kingsolver Wagner Boiler Makers Varsity

Indiana University Tops Franklin 8 to 0 in Bloomington

Indiana University defeated Franklin 8 to 0 in Bloomington last Tuesday as the Crimson opened with three runs in the first inning and added four in the second. Kingsolver injured his ankle and was replaced, while Pike moved to third and Green to short as the Blue and Gold dominated. Indiana also scored in the eighth to seal the victory.

Franklin National Indiana University Bloomington The Crimson Thurber Larrabee Pruitt Blue and Gold Purdue Pike Green Indiana

Playing a Man's Part in a New World

Dr. E. Y. Mullins of Louisville delivers the baccalaureate sermon at the college senior ceremony in caps and gowns. He previews accelerated historical change during reconstruction and reflects on lessons and new values arising from the war.

E. Y. Mullins Southern Baptist Theological Seminary Louisville Its

Student Council Financial Report Shows Narrow Lead on Receipts

Tentative financial statement for the year shows receipts of 8 731 05 versus 8 658 85. The report notes some fees not yet collected and bills not presented, so the final audit may differ from this submission. Treasurer Will A Burton signs the report.

Student Council Will A. Burton

Eikenberry Sends Forthright Commencement Wishes

Lieut W L Eikenberry writes from Paris in May 1919 to The Franklin College Indiana lamenting delayed return to the United States. He explains military duties in the AEF will keep him away through late June after inter allied rifle pistol and musketry competitions at Le Mans.

Paris Franklin, Franklin College Indiana Little College le Mans

Commencement Week Wishes From Lt Likenberry

A letter from First Lieutenant Virgil Likenberry sent from Paris expresses hopes for a joyous commencement week for the class of 1914. He describes exam duties for the Diplomatic Service Corps, mentions meetings with colleagues and friends, and honors fallen service members Sundvall, Elyver, and Douthitt. He thanks Franklinites and sends regards to the class and alumni.

Cere Paris Diplomatic Service Corps Mr. Smith Helas Marguerite Faust A.E. F America Sundvall Elyver Douthitt

Public speakers pass for ancient Greek comedy

Public speakers pass for an ancient Greek play titled Pyglion and Galatea, presented on Goodell Field Tuesday by members of the Public.

Goodell Field

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