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Newspaper
Richmond Collegian
Location
Richmond, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1916
Page
2
Office A-2 Ieter Hall announces editorial board members and contact routes. All business matters go to the Business Manager while other communications go to the Editor in Chief. unsigned letters will not be published.
The item notes second class matter status for Richmond College Virginia with mailing date November 8 1915 under the 1879 act. It records the college’s postal designation for newspaper distribution and a federal filing.
A 1816 field note salutes the college football team with a 112 to 105 win tally and vows to boost enrollment and civic support. The piece urges student spirit, warns against distractions during holidays, and highlights a campaign for a larger Richmond College or University.
In a note on conductors and passengers, the writer laments muddy seat stains and urges riders to keep their seats down and manners civil. The piece argues the mess reflects poorly on all and calls for patient behavior and respect toward staff and fellow passengers.
A tribute to the scrubs and eleven other men who supported the varsity with sacrifice. The piece highlights their fighting spirit, weight and strength gaps, and the reward of team pride over formal honors.
A festive note urges students to enjoy a brief vacation and return promptly for the winter term. It emphasizes finishing the current term’s work, clearing obstacles, and starting the new year with energy, while wishing success on exams and a merry Christmas and New Year.
Miss Catherine Hawse, president of the YWCA of Redmond, led vesper services in the college auditorium Sunday evening. Her talks last year and engaging delivery drew a large audience with the chorus choir assisting with several selections. The speaker for the next service was announced.
A jagged passage attacks a Jasper campus figure and social behavior. The narrator rails at a student leader, accusing him of moral laxity and influencing peers toward vice. The piece mixes slang and sensational imagery with references to discipline and integrity within the school.
Fragmentary text suggests there will be examinations and a statement that no service will occur next Sunday afternoon. Names and places are unreadable. Further details are not available from the readable portion.
Dr Phomigan of the state board of Health gave a practical talk on wealth at a Yo MO A meeting on November 6. He outlined contagious disease risks and practical devices to reduce danger and was praised for valuable campus guidance.
From Mrs Harvey and friends in Richmond, thanks pour for the beautiful floral tribute to Richard Harvey. Margia B. Wary of Hicksburg sends sincere appreciation and blessings, expressing that his mother cherishes every one of you and will always remember the kindness.
Mr Clarke Richmond Virginia dated Dow 7 1016 expresses gratitude for a floral remembrance and comforting resolutions in memory of his son Henry a Wilamond College student. He notes appreciation for kindness from fellow students and prayers for blessings.
A historical proposal argues that athletic facilities should be named after influential benefactors and figures who advanced college sports, listing several candidates from Virginia and North Carolina. The piece advocates honoring the founder or champion of athletics at Belmond College and urges future generations to carry on the tradition.
A Tuesday night gathering in the Blue Room announced the varsity hockey team. The roster lists players including Walton, Tnnidearrigan, Bllyson, Wingo, and multiple others with various jersey numbers and positions noted.
At Westhampton Mary Clay was feted with tea and music on Friday afternoon hosted by Miss Lough. The Junior Class attended. De Wight added fudge. Pat Gary returned to college. Betty Page is recovering from recent surgery. Prances Hipman left for home and hopes to return after Christmas.
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