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Newspaper
Franklin
Location
Franklin, Indiana, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1917
Page
1
A fragment reflects the belief that the hope of Franklin lies in wide aid efforts. The brief note suggests communal support can unlock fuller help for residents, emphasizing collective action over isolated measures.
Acting President Belknap joined the Indianapolis advisory meeting on war plans with Governor Goodrich. The Hanover Millis committee urged a September 26 start for colleges and faculty speakers for patriotic meetings. Track teams may be dropped while baseball schedules proceed. Nelp Swenson and Lowery are gone. Marine League urges student support for patriotism and public education campaigns.
Franklin muses on propaganda and the word propagandist while noting the upcoming Freshmen Edition will crowd him out. He jokes that spring brings more fools and that he is not green enough for the edition.
The Franklin editorial board seeks new editors. Faculty committee members Pross Zeppenfeldt Hunt and Arnett announced tryouts for spots on The Franklin. Applicants must submit an editorial on a current topic ranging from 150 to 300 words and pass a competitive examination.
Way Day festivities featured a noon community dinner in the gym, a 9 inning seniors beat the faculty 4 to 2, and at four o clock Roxye Storms was crowned May Queen with maids of honor Charlotte Cooke Esther Griffith Ruth Bell Marguerite Hall. Robin Hood and Friar Tuck were well portrayed by Swan Swenson and Hallie Hamilton before a rain interrupted Maypole dance. Eugene Dils visited his brother Elmer over the weekend.
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