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Newspaper

The Cornellian

Location

Mount Vernon, Iowa, United States of America

Date

Dec 20, 1916

Page

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Soph Team Leads First Class Series In Tight Race

Sophomores hold a clear lead in the class series with one game left against freshmen. Seniors and juniors meet this afternoon for second place. a senior win secures it, while a junior victory forces a tie in percentages. Key moments included Minear and Etter delivering crucial free throws and Hartwell's defense.

SOPH Minear Etter Grigsby Carolus Finger Hartwell Hoadley Eaves Minear Sores Kepler W Anererennaes Sanderson Eee Earn

Cornell Student Aids German Inventor in Lock Proposal

Tom Devine travels from New York to Russia where Wilhelm Mews the German lock inventor demonstrates a self locking key system. Devine negotiates American rights while a Swedish firm seeks entry as Mews languishes in a Russian camp. Emma J Starry and Ester Ilien visit Mount Vernon to attend a debate Friday evening.

Mr. Devine Russia Mews Emma J. Starry Springville Ester Ilien Cedar Rapids Mount Vernon Don Starry

Byerly Johnson Wedding Set for December 24

Antone Johnston and Grace Byerly of Cornellian fame plan a December 24 ceremony at the Byerly home near Anamosa. Johnston, now Graettinger Iowa schools superintendent, is praised for his leadership and ties to Pep Club and C Club. Byerly, class of 1916, a School of Oratory graduate, is famed for popularity and activity in society and class work.

Johnson Cornellian Pep Club Grace‘ Byerly School of Oratory Cornell

Sixty Cornell students near danger of failing work

Dr Ebersole announced from the registrar office that sixty Cornell students are near the danger line under the strict policy requiring at least seventy percent. Instructors note improved scholarship this semester despite increased workload and stricter grading. President Flint urged those at risk to improve, noting two weeks remain before vacation and final exams.

Cornell Ebersole Flint

Art Studios Through A Freshman's Eyes

Freshmen visit the fourth floor of Science Hall to view an art exhibit opened by Prof. Mills. The west studio showcased Mills works including a realistic Corn Piece once shown in Marshall Field's Chicago, with estimates between 3800 and 500, alongside landscapes portraits and charcoal studies.

Science Hall Mills Prof. Mills Chicago Marshall Field Dr. King Col. Rood

Open to Cornellians After New Year’s Day

A short note extending best wishes to Cornellians as an invitation or gesture of welcome after New Year’s Day. The message emphasizes hospitality and goodwill toward the Cornell community.

Campus Gossip Suffering Coal Shortage Rumors on Cornell Campus

Over a chilly weekend rumors spread about a coal shortage at Cornell as students anticipated early arrivals and a shortened vacation. Officials pledged two days of extra classes after December 19 with coal stocks said sufficient and plans for a January 3 recess extension under consideration.

Cornell John Mary Dean Freere Cedar Rapids Mount Vernon

Domestic scientists entertain faculty with holiday reception

Miss Minnie Kopf hosted a pre Christmas reception in the Home Economics dining room for faculty wives and resident trustees. Miss Busse directed the event as soft red candle light and a central Christmas tree accented red and green foods. About eighty guests attended with Mrs C W Flint presiding at the table and Miss Vira Kuntz serving.

Home Economics Minnie Kopf

Sophomore Cookery Candy Contest Winners Named

The Sophomore Cookery class held an annual candy making contest last week. Each participant submitted twelve pieces judged for fondant flavor and original design with Marguerite McKer ral winning first, Anna Bruene second, Tally Wagney third, and Louise Cour son fourth.

Marguerite McKerrall Anna Bruene Wagney Louise Courson

Messiah Concert At College Auditorium Drawing Large Attendance

The Cornell Oratorio Society led by Prof. Frank Shaw presented its thirteenth annual Messiah in the college auditorium on Sunday with Mrs. Mable Corlew-Smith soprano Miss Lucy Hartman contralto John L. Conrad tenor and Walter Greene bass aided by the Cornell orchestra and organist Prof. Horace Miller. The audience filled the hall half an hour before start time, with many new students attending for their first exposure to the work. The performance featured exquisite pastoral and choral sections, with Mrs. Shaw praised for precision and tone, and soloists delivering notable interpretations including Conrad and Hartman.

College Cornell Oratorio Society Frank Shaw Mable Corlew-Smith Shaw Lucy Boyd Smith

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Frosh Ses Sanderson Torrence Sophs Lemon Tom Devine Sian Fea Ture Herr. Mews Germany Byerly-Johnson Graettinger Warren Meredith Central Plant Christel Palmer Mr. Conrad Lucy Hartman
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