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Rutherford College and Its Saintly Spirit
Loyal Union County reader writes about Rutherford College in Burke County near Connelly Springs, praising Dr. Abernethy era leadership, Hinshaw era improvements, healthful site near Lenoir and Morganton, sturdy buildings, and plans for Weaver Hall dormitory to honor Dr. Weaver. The piece highlights campus facilities, religious life, student societies, athletics, and scholarships enabling poorer students to attend.
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Lnion County
Rutherford College
R. L. Abernethy
Aberneth
W. E. Abernethy
Western
The
Methodist Episcopal Church, South
C. C. Weaver
M. T. Hinshaw
Hinshaw
Burke County
N. C
Connelly Springs
Southern Railway
Lenoir
Hickory
Morganton
Ober
Blue Ridge
Goode
Western North Carolina Conference
Rutherford Col
B. Wilson
Young Men’s Christian Association
Young Men's Christian Association
J. H. Weaver
North Carolina
Weaver Hall
Rutherford Tolleze