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Newspaper
Richmond Collegian
Location
Richmond, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 10, 1920
Page
2
In September the Collegian notes the upcoming four section state bar exam on the 15th and 16th, urging seniors to persevere through Criminal Law Contracts and estate histories. It cautions that success isn’t required for the entire test and stresses the unusual challenge of applying last minute study to new problems.
The Hastings Court assembled by adjournment as Sheriff rapped the gavel. Bystanders rose and all stood to attention while Judge Richardson prepared to open the records and address matters of law and justice.
Alumni notes show Myon E. Bristow a Gloucester County commonwealths attorney and legislator who served as navy ensign in the war. Kalford L. Burton, 1903–06, owns a large fertilizer plant in Henderson North Carolina. Mary Florence Barnes teaches at John Marshall High School in Richmond Virginia. R. S. Brooks, Class of 85, works in Norfolk real estate, directs a local bank, sits on the city council and teaches the largest men's Bible class.
After receiving his diploma in 1915, Charles W Bulford moved to New York City. He is now married and living prosperously in the metropolis.
Ernest P. Brixton B. A. 03, a Math JIL graduate, is now engaged in the accounting business in Richmond.
In a courtroom scene Campbell asks the judge for permission to take the State Bar Examination, asserting good moral character and fitness to practice law. The judge directs the clerk to enter a decree granting the request.
It is reported that Coker Baugh has lost a portion of a front tooth. At first there was conflict, but we believe the trouble now is an inside matter.
Wil ling Bowie of Bowling Green Virginia, an alumnus of Richmond and graduate of the Law Department, serves as Commonwealth Attorney for his county in Virginia.
Robert Lord Ban sum, Class of 1917, former Editor-in-Chief of The Messenger, serves as representative for Southern Baptists in Interior China after sailing with a missionary boat.
Not satisfied with his 1910 B A from this institution Robert Bowling studied at Colgate where he earned the degrees of B D and M A He is currently teaching in Grundy Virginia
An old student, H. M. Baskerville, becomes vice-president of the Watt Plow Company in Richmond, a fact that would settle doubts about the company’s leadership growth.
Presley Atkins earned a Bachelor of Laws in 1909 and pursued publicity work. Reports state his belief in himself has been justified by his subsequent career success.
Richmond College celebrates alumnus Cornelius Adair who served as President of the National League of Teachers Associations of America. His leadership marks a notable contribution to national educational organizations.
Luther R. Bagby, Class of 54, who studied Chemistry and Intermediate and Senior Math, chose farming as his life work. He now resides in Stevensville, Virginia, reflecting on the good fortune his education brought to his crops.
Gordon Blair, once a college student, has become a local merchant in the city, expanding his business footprint and contributing to the town’s commercial activity.
Students headed to the Medical College of Virginia should note a professor named Harry Bear who previously attended Richmond College. His titles include Exo dontia and Dental Jurisprudence Ethics and Economies.
DEVOTIONAL Vesper services were held last Sunday night led by Mr. A. W. Patterson of Richmond. His address was intensely interesting and beneficial for inmates and visitors at the City Home where D. Edgar Wood Jr spoke on The Friendship of Jesus after reading John 14.
A. F. Barker led the service at the Home for neurables last Friday afternoon. He preached from John chapter fifteen, declaring I am the vine ye are the branches with emphasis on spiritual ties and growth.
The Ministers' Daughters Association has been organized at Westhampton College for this session with many new members. The association plans an elaborate year and hopes to be of great value to every member.
The Sun Day School Board aims to broaden its work next year, hoping many ministerial students will gain employment and experience. The plan includes placing a field worker in each country church in the state for a few days to promote efficient Sunday school work.
W B Johnson finished a B Y P A course at Boulevard Baptist Church last Friday night and begins teaching the same course this week at Mt. Vernon Church. He has accomplished much in this field recently and is providing a much needed service locally.
J. R. Saunders, recently discharged after a ten day hospitalization, is back on campus and ready to resume his duties.
Dean Keller will address the English Club at its regular May meeting. Her topic is Modern Poetry and all club members and interested girls are invited to attend. Keller's talks are known to be engaging and the subject promises added interest.
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