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Newspaper
Richmond Collegian
Location
Richmond, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1920
Page
3
A humorous verse by Elsie Davis mocks a would be suitor who proclaims lasting love to a girl who dismisses him as shallow. The speaker pokes fun at pretensions of romance and marriage proposals with playful language and irony.
A playful verse lauds a turkey with festive praise for its breast wings dressings and savor. The quirky rhyme blends memory and culinary affection for a holiday feast.
A witty verse reflects a man’s cynical view of women shifting to appreciation as a wife. The narrator concedes previous temptations and now works to support his spouse, noting love changes perspective.
Poetic reminiscence recalls a cotillion where Bill and his date attend two dances. William wears full formal dress expecting a gala, only to discover he is the sole guest in such attire on the dance floor. The scene captures embarrassment and humor from a remembered night.
Thaddeus earned a substantial income last year, Degundo. Primero explains he worked as a chauffeur for a coining machine in the mint, aiding the Pelican operation.
A sensational profile questions the faults of several young women named Mary Marian Mildred Blanche Kitty and a Mrs Oscar. The piece argues that all have feet of clay under social glare, urging readers to dismiss them as perfect. The tone mimics a column warning about image versus reality.
Brooks and fellow crew members lean over the rail feeding the fish as the ship's doctor asks if they feel weak. Brooks answers that he feels weak thunder and wonders if he is throwing farther than the others.
At the Phiologian Literary Society meeting, a humorous Freshman marriage debate sparked a frantic contest between J B Blanks and J H Miller. Judges awarded best debater to the negative, with the affirmative gaining points. Alternate declamations featured Barker Bristow Gilbert and Henderson, plus a fiddle parody and extemporaneous speeches. A plan emerged to challenge the sister society in a simultaneous declamation contest.
The college orchestra expands to eight pieces and invites more campus talent to join. They have several December engagements in the city and are booked for performances at the Dramatic Clubs play and the Glee Club Minstrel Show.
Social last night featured J. O. Beatty the musical director urging all campus men with instruments to join the club. He promises enjoyment and benefit from participation in the orchestra’s work.
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