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Western Carolina Teach J l -ft: Fiftieth Anniversary Edition THE WESTERN CAROLINIAN D W. ;C.T.l PENT reES HAVE SERVE 5. ' if :) i' ' m R. L. Madison Was President Until 1912, Again In '20 A. C. Reynolds Followed Mr, Madison; For 16 Years Dr. Hunter Has' Headed Institution By Charles D. Moody. Since Western Carolina Teachers College was founded in 1889 by Rob ert Lee Madison, it has had three presidents, Mr. Madison, the first; Alonzo Carlton Reynolds, the second; and H. T. Hunter the third. Professor Robert Lee Madison was born at Stanton, Virginia, February 17, 18(37. He was graduated from th0 University of Chattanooga as an honor student and the youngest per son ever to be graduated from the university at that time. Mr. Madison's father, Colonel Rob ert Lewis Madison, was a physician and surgeon at the Virginia Military Institute. Mr. Madison also had tne intention of studying medicine, but because of his health he went to Se quatchie Valley;, Tennessee. After much persuasion from a school com mittee, he accepted the position as teacher in a three months' school. This incident turned the tide of his career. Later he taught at Qualla, North Carolina, three miles from Whittier, for three years, where he tried to establish a training school. lie then taught one year at Sylva. Mr. Madison was asked by some of the citizens of this community lo come to Cullowhee to establish a school. He met with them and agreed to undertake a ten months' session. One Monday morning about the middle of August, 188!), eighteen students met with. Mr. Madison. He was tht. president until 1912, When Mr. A. C. Reynolds succeeded him.', Mr. Madison was re-elected by the Board of Directors March 7, 11)20, and served three more years. His faithful work for the college has .never ceased. A. C. Reynolds was elected presi dent in 1912 and managed the affairs cf the school during eight years of growth. He was born in Buncombe County, North Carolina, October 19, W.C.T.C. Students Given Opportunity To Earn Expenses Varied Jobs Enables Boys And Girls To Get Education; Loan Funds Active By Walter Burnette and Creasman. Catherine Western Carolina Teachers College provides many opportunities tor a student to work part or all his way through school. The boys, whether they liye in the dormitory or board in the community, may work on the campus and earn a onsiderable portion of their expenses. This work includes repairing the light system, putting in new poles over the campus, and working at the power house. Then there is always the job of strewing cinders and keep- ng the roads in good condition. Sev- ral boys are employed in the kitchen, nd dining room, washing dishes, sweeping, and other work of this type. In summer there is plenty to be Moore Dormitory -Vy -ivy- .. . . Jr. ----- ,. -5 Joyner Building Constructed In 1911 At A Cost Of Over Forty Thou '4 at fjrw. This 18 a back view of Moore Dormitory, the home of the young ladies. 18(U. He received his education in the public schools of that county and I'eabody Normal College, at Nash ville, Tennessee. He taught in sev eral schools and colleges in Western North Carolina before 1912. In VJ2.1, when Mr. Reynolds re signed as president of the college, he was succeeded by Professor II. T. Hunter, who still holds that position - Mr. Hunter was born in Madison County, North Carolina. He receiv ed his education at Mars Hill College, Wake Forest, Columbia University, and Harvard University. He taught for several years in outstanding high schools and colleges in this state. Since Mr. Hunter became president, thc school has made rapid strides for ward, -evidenced by the present build ing program on the campus. The three men who have been pres ident of Western Carolina Teachers College have been tireless workers for the progress of the college and edu cation in Western North Carolina. May the future presidents have an much love and devotion for the school as Mr. Madison, Mr. Reynolds, and Mr. Hunter. Congratulations To W. C. T. C. UPON COMPLETION OF THE FIRST FIFTY YEARS FT" Visiters To The Cullowhee Campus WILL ENJOY A STOP AT STOVALL'S CAFE Or SYLVA COFFEE SHOP SYLVA. N. C. Moore Dormitory Built Of Bricks Made Of Dirt From Excavation Started In 1922, Will Care For 150 Young Women; Has Been Improved CONGRATULATIONS TO Western Carolina Teachers College Upon Arrival At The 50th Milestone MOODY'S FUNERAL HOME Sylva, N.C. By Mabel Orr. Moore Dormitory was named in honor of Walter E. Moore, in rec ognition of his fruitful services to Western Carolina Teachers College. He was a member of the Legislatures of 18'J.V 1899, and 1901. He was Speaker of the House in 1901. This dormitory was begun in 1922. At this time Mr, Madison was presi dent of Cullowhee State Normal School; Mr. J. N. Wilson was busi ness manager; Mr. T. A. Cox was chairman of the building committee; and Hester and McElwee were the contractors. It was necessary to move a grave in order that the dor mitory might be built on its present site. The dirt that was rempved in excavating the foundation was used for the brick of which the dormitory is built. Much of the other build- ng material used came from Raleigh. It was moved from Sylya by trucks and by the local freight train which passes through Cullowhee to East La Porte. After the first two stories had been completed an elevator was used to lift the material for building the third story. During the two years that Moore Dormitory was under construction, fifty to seventy-five men were employed. The main part of the hall 'was built during the first year; the following year the wings were added, When it was completed in 1923, there were one hundred rooms, including a reception room, a By Willie Howara. Joyner Building was constructed in 1913. The bricks were made from clay taken from the hill on which Moore Dormitory is situated. The building cost approximately $40,000, part of which was appropriated by the state. It was named for State Superintendent of Education, James Y. Joyner. When the building was completed, the basement was used by the graded school. The second floor Was used lor administration offices and the library. The third floor was used for classes and a basket ball court. At one time it contained two literary so ciety halls, which were equipped by the society members. Many changes have taken place in the location of the different depart ments in this building. The library, which was originally on the second floor, was moved to the third floor, to the room which is now used by the commercial department; it was later moved to the rooms which it now occupies. The graded school was moved when the training school building was completed in 1922. The ground floor is now occupied by a laboratory, the storage rooms. The second floor is now used for classes and administration offices. On this floor are the offices of the president, the business manager, the occupied is The now The third floor has be, Classen sinno tk v .... .. Dieted iulWl m! u hoar, v.J n,, UJu- ":u. ine IMnm . " .licit room. The Society Hull- i way for classes anJ library. When the building r.v now in proe-res ;.,., , -ia..BCO win oe made in j,, nig. CONGRATULATIONS done on the farm, such as canning, hoeing coin, picking : tomatoes, and picking beans. : Boys living in the community have a good opportunity for doing this work, and in one sum-, mer they are often able to earn enough to pay their expenses through the next year in college. The book store provides employment for a limited number. Many boys have been able to to go to college with this help who would have been deprived of an education without it. The girls work in the library, in the dining room, and a few are employed in the kitchen. They work only a few hours each day, but these few hours help carry them through. :c The; 'National Yojth Association, makes possible self-help work for a number of students who work for the college and who are paid by the fed eral government. Time blanks, which are filled out by the individ ual, are sent to the national head who in turn make but the checks, The N. Y. A. pays twenty-five cents per hour. On the N. Y. A. program a student will average three hours a day or more. The. special requirements for .stu dents who work are a scholastic aver age of C, cheerful conformation at all times to the supervisors and to all rules of the college. Girls on N. Y. A., work in the li brary, in the dining room, in the in firmary, and as office and teachers' assistants. Boys are employed in the kitchen, on the college farm, and on campus improvement projects, such as painting and cleaning buildings. Some athletic scholarships are avail able to boys who are exceptionally good athletes, q The college also has several loan funds from which a worthy student can borrow money and repay when he gets to work. As the college grows. opportunities for students to work for tneir expenses will also increase. recreation room, an infirmary, a kitchen and a dining hall. The dor mitory will accommodate 150 young women. Many changes have been made since the building was com pleted. The original floor was form erly of waxed hardwood. This was removed to the old Madison Building. and cork was laid to replace the . Book Store, the Art Department, and waxed wood. bursar, the aean, and the registrar, As the college grew, a larger dining hall became necessary. This room was enlarged about eight years ago. A large storage room has recently been added in the basement. i he first dean of Moore Dormitory was Mrs. Posey. The deans follow ing her were Miss Denmark and Miss Annie Brackett, The present dean is Miss Anne Albright. After the dormitory was completed the grounds were beautifully land scaped so that the home of the girls is one of the most beautiful spots on the campus. Many of the Alumni can look back upon the building and think of the many pleasannt hours they have spent within its walls and on its lawns. Meaning of Name Carlnt Charlnttp tho. :. 'vr1 , lunnr.e of P- A ? vuue, savs Fr , " lne Cleveland ,efuT:- XBe most hmous b v4. una imuie was the Emor Mti MOM ..'-'"PICS: wite of tJ t ir "laA"tan, executed . cH,u. one was Princess lotte of Belgium before her rmge. Her mind broke afteJ hltChQnrl'n J il. . t4l a ucam ana she SDeil last 60 years of her life in col iiicin Ain a Belgian castle e ,ai?s left unmolested nig uie worm war) believinsK still omnvar. m : 6 niipcoa yi HieXlCO. 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