Rodee Wins University Oratorical Contest in Mitchell May Meet
H A Rodee captured first place in the University contest to send Dakota University’s banner to the state competition in Mitchell during May. Four rivals spoke on topics like The Will of the Government and Imperialism, with Rodee praised for poise and oratory. The event featured a packed chapel, a loving cup for the winner, and strong performances from McVay, Robinson, and Whittaker as the contest previewed a likely state victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. A. Rodee
Dakota University
Mitchell
Rodee
Shuster
Students Association
Miss McVay
Colton
A. CC. Stevens
Rathbun
Bruce McVay
W. L. Robinson
Spain
War Department
Philippines
Robinson
Aston Burr
E. S. Whittaker
Hamilton
Burr
Whittaker
Sir Knights Banquet Feels A Social Evening For St Barnard
State Supt. Collins plans a meeting for county superintendents and institute leaders as Eli Perkins entertains with humor. Sir Knights of St Barnard Commandery host a Red Cross degree and a long banquet with visiting members from Bridgwater Emery Sioux City Mt. Vernon Spencer and Alpena. Wives join after the degree. A mandolin club supplies music and 65 place settings feature jonquils and carnations. Toasts cover topics from knightly welcome to the defender of women and reminiscences. The night ends with dancing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Red Cross
St. Barnard
James E. Walker
Bridgwater
I. E. Taylor
Emery
H. C. Allgood
Sioux City
M. C. Betts
Mt. Vernon
L. N. Loomis
Alpena
N. Holden
Sioux Falls
Frank Peterson
Spencer
J. M. Newell
John Momsen
J. F. Reynolds
H. H. Garey
Wm. Hosey
Mandolin Club
Pehrson
Morrow
Logan
Foster
J. H. Babcock
E. B. Bracy
Knights
Senate
Sir Knight
Masonry
F. H. Winsor
A. KE. Hitchcock
State Superintendent Outlines Plan for County Institutes
Yankton, S Dak. KE E Collings, state superintendent of public instruction, discusses district meetings for county superintendents and conductors to outline annual teacher institutes. Conventions likely in Yankton Sioux Falls Aberdeen Watertown and Mitchell or Huron. Districts will group counties to plan programs and improve institute effectiveness.
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Coliiia
Yankton Preas
Dakotan
KE. E. Collings
Vermillion
Yankton
James S. Dickson
Rene
Collines
Collins
Sioux Falls
Aberdeen
Watertown
Mitchell
Huron
Union
Clay
Bon Homme
Charles Mix
Douglas
Turner
Eli Perkins Lecture Draws Mixed Praise in Snowbound Crowd
Eli Perkins lectured to a large audience amid heavy snow and closed streets. He defined wit and humor, told many stories, and mixed philosophy with humor, drawing general favor though some objections. The two hour talk pleased many, while others preferred Clarke. The next event, Lyric Ladies, is set for March 23.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eli Perkins
Eli
Graham
John J. Clarke
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Scallin
S. H. Scallin
C. E. Vermilyer
New Spring Goods
C. E. Vermillyer
Asa Dodd
A. B. Hager
Champeny Block
South Dakota
Wd. T. Gilman
O. L. Branson
W. Shaman
H. P. Beckwith
Ase
First National Bank
South Dakot
D. T. Gilman
J. D. Newcomer
J. S. Daniels
A. A. Boynton
C.M Swan
I. W. Seaman
JT. A. Duncan
J.O. Walrath
J.T. Morrow
Mitchell National Bank
U. S
G. Davison
N. L. Davison Cashier
E. J. Quigley
W. M. Smith
Univer
Sity
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