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Newspaper

The Cornellian

Location

Mount Vernon, Iowa, United States of America

Date

May 07, 1926

Page

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Cornell to Meet Beloit Runners in Dual Tomorrow

Cornell faces Beloit in a Midwest Conference dual at Ash Park oval tomorrow. Beloit aims to score in sprints pole vault high jump and javelin while Cornell relies on middle distance and discus to gain points and the half mile relay shapes as a likely thriller. Captain Nesbitt of Beloit leads the dash scene and Barbour for Cornell is a two year undefeated challenger with Connie Muilenburg expected to threaten records.

Cornell Saalwachter Beloit Blue Devils Beloit Wisconsinites Coe Ash Park Oval Captain Nesbitt Midde West Barbour Connie Muilenbere

Ninth Mother Book Mailed By Cornell Students

Cornell students mailed the ninth Mother Book to their mothers for Mother’s Day. Professor Tull curates verses from English classes showing sincere tributes, some crude, most surprisingly literary. The booklet, titled by the English Club, aims to remind mothers home ties remain strong despite college life.

Cornell Professor Tull English Club Cornell College

Cosmopolitan Club Sets Open House Evening

The Cosmopolitan Club will host an international open house tomorrow evening in Thalhan hall from 8:00 to 10:00 pm. The event features a cosmopolitan atmosphere with decorations and Japanese tea served by Japanese maidens to guests.

N International Cosmo Thalhan Hall Beteen

Walpurgis Night Promises Star Cast at May Festival

Cornell's May Music Festival next weekend features the Cornell Oratorio Society alongside the Chicago Symphony Orchestra. Under Professor E. H. F. Weis, Mendelssohn's The First Walpurgis Night will be performed as part of the fifth concert, with Frederick Stock leading the orchestra. Soloists include Ruth Pinkerton contralto, Frederick Newell Wood tenor, and Clayton Quast bass-baritone.

Cornell Cornell Oratorio Society Chicago Symphony Orchestra E. H. F. Weis Mendelssohn Frederick Stock Weis Oratorio Society Ruth Pinkerton Conservatory of Music Chicago Frederick Newell Wood Clayton Quast Walpurgis

New Senate Members Installed At Banquet

The Men's Senate installation occurred at the Knox Grill as retiring members presided. Senior reps include Glenn Schowalter and Duane Hause, juniors Charles Graham and Lynnville Carpenter, and sophomore Russell Erickson. Freshman seat to be elected next fall. officers elected Glenn Schowalter president and Duane Hause vice president.

Senate Knnox Grill Glenn Schowalter Duane Hause Charles Graham Lynnville Carpenter Russell Erickson Sues Sur Dean Wildman

Cornell Festival Next Week Brings Famous Musicians

The May Music Festival at Cornell runs May 13 to 15 featuring Frederick Stock and the Chicago Symphony Orchestra in its 24th annual appearance. Soprano Florence Austral, pianist Cecile de Horvath, and the Cornell Oratorio Society perform, with five concerts planned. Tickets are available at McKay's drug store or by order through Professor.

Cornell Frederick ‘Stock Chicago Symphony Orchestra Cornell Chapel Florence Austral Cecile de Horvath Cornell Oratorio Society McKay

Nominations Made for New Pep Club

Election of Pep club members for next year set for early next week in the chapel per Walt Gray president. Nominations by current members include one man and one woman from each class freshmen sophomores juniors. Returning officers include Alice Carlson Milton Babcock sophomores and Eoma Clemans John Tennant juniors. Ruth Jayne Irene Carlson and Gray retire.

Chapel Walt Gray Winifred Witmer Katherine Woolston Ruth Collins Harry Hulett Gilbert Johnson Kermit Wise Mary Jean McCutcheon Ruth Newman Minnie Belle Kennedy John Keeneman Lloyd Rappleton Ralph Johnson Vera Steely Florence Schomberg Elizabeth Spaans Donald Typer Robert Howard Robert Wray Gray Alice Carlson Milton Babcock Eoma Clemans John Tennant Ruth Jayne Irene Carlson

May Fete Ballet and Pageant Presented by WAA Tonight

The May fete ballet and pageant In Quest of the Fire Bird is staged at 7 30 this evening in the gymnasium by the WAA and dancing classes under Mrs Joseph T Meade. Four princes seek the Fire Bird to wed the princess in a three scene program with fairy costumes and light dances. The Fire Bird is revealed as a beautiful girl and the couples are united in a happy ending.

Joseph T. Meade

Senate to Award Honor C Key for Student Achievers

The Senate will honor 11 point earners with a gold C key charm after May 10. Eligible men must maintain at least 12 hours of C grade or better per semester and no more than seven athletic points. Last year eleven winners were named. about the same number expected this year.

Senate Glenn Schowalter

Modern women challenge traditional homemaker role says Cornell instructor

Miss Margar et McClusky, Home Economics instructor at Cornell, argues women entering business reflects a long standing shift in roles. She says women won’t return to confinement and can manage housework with modern conveniences while pursuing outside interests.

Leedice Mcnelly Cornell Miss McClus

May Fete Breakfast Honors High School Guests

More than 150 high school girls visiting Cornell for May Fete will attend a breakfast at the Methodist church tomorrow morning. Mrs Florence Busse Smith will speak on Isn't College Fun with a toast program on May Baskets. Glee Club singing and the installation of W S G A officers Maude Weatherford Florence Schomberg and Margaret Soper will follow.

Grex Cornell The Torch Women’s Honorary Society Leodice McAneely Gladys Johnson Florence Speight Hazel

Barbour Wilkinson and Graham Elected To Lead Cornellian

George Barbour was chosen editor in chief of The Cornellian for the next year at last night's election. Herbert A. Wilkinson was selected as assistant editor and Charles Graham named business manager. Barbour leads the track team and has edited for The Cornellian. Wilkinson is a sophomore with campus activity zeal. Graham has served as assistant manager and proven capable through trials.

George Barbour Cornellian Herbert A. Wilkinson Charles Graham Barbour Mason City Globe Gazette Wilkinson Graham

Freshmen Elect Solon Representative Russell Erickson

The freshman class elected Russell Erickson as their representative in the Men's Senate for next year. Erickson, from Rockford Illinois, has been prominent in freshman activities this year and is seen as capable of the duties of the Senate.

Russell Erickson Senate Erickson Rockford Illinois

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Midwest Cosmopolitan Club Walpurgis Night W.A.A Barbour, Wilkinson Solon
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