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Page Four COLUMNS HISTORY OF LOUiSBURG COLLEGE or - ■ K'’.'.".L ,UDEM^ 'OLuLG' -E*;U'^A iCNAU History of Louisburg College Louisburg College, the co-edu- cational junior college of the North Carolina Methodist Conference has evolved from three earlier in stitutions: Franklin Academy, which functioned under legisla tive charter of 1787 and 1802; Louisburg Female Acadmey, which operated from -1813 to 1857; and Louisburg Female College, the name under which the institution was known until -931. In 1911 the three-story Davis Building was erected to memorial ize the service of the Davis fam- !ly to the institution. In 1915 under the presidency of Mrs. Allen, the college was re-organized with ju- nior-college rating. From 1917 to 1920, the Reverend F. S. Love was president. He was followed, in the years 1921 and 1922 by the Rever end L. S. Massey. Under the presidency of A. W. Mohn the years 1922 to 1929 were a period of building expansion. During this period the West Wing, the Pattie Julia Wright Dormi tory, and the Franklin County Building were erected. In 1928 disastrous fires destroy ed the old Academy Building and gutted the main floor of West Wing and the Administration Building. When the Reverend C. C. Alexan der became president in 1929, the college was burdened with a debt of two hundred thousand dollars in a time of depression and shrinking enrollment. Dr. A. D. Wilcox, 1931 to 1936, ?nd Dr. D. E. Earnhardt, 1936 to 1939, were the presidents during the depression years. Due to their efforts the college continued to render service to its consistuency. In 1939, Dr. Walter Patten who for several years had been finan cial agent of Louisburg College, became president. It was during his administration that the col lege debt was lifted. Upon Dr. Pat ten’s death in 1947, Samuel M, Holton became president. Miss Foster Speaks Miss Sarah Foster gave a very interesting program Tuesday, March 10, in chapel. Her subject was on “Appreciation of Music.” She played three records: “Claire de Lune” by Claude Debussy, “Rhapsody in Blue” by George Gershwin, and another written by Bach but played by Albert Sch weitzer on an organ in a church in London. She talked about the songs between records. This program was the first of this type given this year; it was en joyed immensely by all. Louisburg Wins First Game Louisburg “Wildcats” gained their first conference victory by defeating Pfeiffer by the score of 5-2. Johnny Nelson kept the game well in hand for the “Wildcats” by pitching hitless ball until two were out in the eighth inning when a single by Barringer spoil ed his no-hitter. Excellent backing by the fielders helped Nelson along as they made two double plays. In the third inning a walk by Price, a triple by Ransom, and a single by Faulkner gave the “Wild cats” a two run lead. In the sev enth a single by Nelson, an error, a single by Brickhouse and double by Ransom gave Louisburg a 5-0 score. Pfeiffer scored two runs when Barringer and Bunting singled along with two errors to spoil Nelson’s shut-out. Jerry Faulkner led Louisburg with two singles in four trips to bat. Fred Fansom added a triple and a double to the attack. , MAY DAY PAGEANT (Continued from Page 1) around were depicted by Tommy Shutt, Bobby Beck, Billy Merritt, and Bob Kennedy. For May Day, the members of the May Court waltzed around the May pole. Ap proximately 500 spectators attend ed the interesting and beautiful May Day exercises. The May Day Dance, from nine o’clock until the stroke of mid night, ended a happy day. The gym was beautifully decorated with white and green crepe paper drap ed from the center to the sides. In the center, where the crepe paper was attached, were several large bunches of balloons. At 9:30 o’clock, the May Court was presented. They entered an ivy-covered arch at one side of the gym and walked slowly around under a spotlight. After the pre sentation of the May Court, danc ing was resumed to the music of the Buddy Klin^ orchestra from State College. During intermission, refresh ments consisting of open - face sandwiches, Danish pastries, and punch were served by Mrs. S. M, Holton and Mrs. I. D. Moon. MISSIONARIES I (Continued from Page 1) I them daily in her mind, and mov ing her lips without making a sound. Not until after we were sentenced to deportation from Chi na and had arrived in a place of freedom did she hear this music aloud.” While the missionaries were vis iting, they answered questions dur ing a short group meeting. Some of the communist ways are pre sented here from the talks made by the missionaries. “Only a better idea and a bet ter way of life can successfully compete with communism” was one of the most emphasized state ments. “Communism is dangerous because of its falsity; for example, though communists try to dignify labor, they have practiced forced labor on the Chinese. Also, com munism represents atheistic ma terialism, with the view that reli gion is unnecessary and danger ous.” Their system of spying is complete — spies who spy on spies, etc. The results of one not con forming to their ideas cause many to hide or to deny their real con victions in order to secure some feeling of safety within the borders of communistic control. During their solitary confine ment, scant food, clothing, or com forts were denied. Also, reading matter was denied with the excep tion of that pertaining to commun ism. The only communication with the outside was through police in vestigations or trials which were efforts to break down the morale of the victims. Investigations al ways ended with the Communist officials saying that the prisoners had lied; perhaps they would tell the truth next time. The guards frequently changed, and the missionaries thought that the reason for this practice was that a given guard might soon find that the conduct of the prisoners was not as discrediting as the de scriptions of American prisoner be havior had been presented by the Communist. The most impressive testimony given by the missionaries was that of how their experience had deep ened their sense of spiritual values, their faith in Christ and God. Dur ing the long days of solitary con finement, they had kept their faith alive by recalled memorized Scrip ture, by meditation, and by prayer. The third verse of “Alone and Forsaken,” a song presented in Miss Surdam’s Songs in the Night gives one an idea of the faith in God, nearly lost then gained more fully, during the solitary confine ment of the two missionaries: I felt alone and forsaken. Were dreams and our hopes mistaken? Far off in an alien land. Caught in the enemy’s hand. When would come freedom how? And out of despair, I uttered the prayer, “O where is my dear Savior now?” I felt alone and forsaken. Then suddenly I heard a sweet voice say; “Lo, I am with you alway.” PSYCHOLOGIST all or Class Day Breakfast The Louisburg Junior College graduating class of 1953 is plan ning to have a class breakfast at the Murphy House on May 23, 1953. This day is set aside each year for the graduates’ class day. To make this breakfast possi ble, each graduate is going to pay for his or her lunch. Except for an alumni banquet which will be in the afternoon of the same day, this will be the last get-together of the graduating class. MR. I. D. MOON Who's Who on the Faculty All the students of Louisburg who have had classes under Mr. I. D. Moon can understand why this section has been reserved to him. An annual has a certain person to whom it is dedicated; therefore a paper can dedicate an issue to an individual. It is only proper and fitting to dedicate this copy to one of the most diligent members of the faculty. Mr. Moon has been with Louis burg College for many a year now. He has been here for seven teen or more years, and every year he tries to improve his books and techniques of teaching so that his teaching will be beneficial to the students. He has been respected here by the faculty and the stu dents. He has taught nearly every course at one time or another, but he is referred to as professor of psychology. He has, however, taught accounting and other busi ness subjects. Besides psychology, he now teaches economics, busi ness law, economic geography, and hygiene. When there are faculty-student activities, he participates freely in them and enjoys them. He directs our chapel music and the Metho dist Church choir. Mr. Moon’s favorite sport is golf. He really knows how to play golf. He used to play both sides of the course, but now he plays straight down the middle. As has been said, Mr. Moon is worthy of this honor — being Who’s Who On The Faculty. ROWE CHEVROLET COMPANY SALES SERVICE CHEVROLET/ GENERAL REPAIRS LOUISBURG, NORTH CAROLINA Athletic Awards Are Presented In.Chapel Mr. John York, coach of basket ball and baseball at L. C., award ed all the worthy members of the squads with letters in chapel. May 15, 1953. Before giving the awards, he made a memorable speech. He said that it was not winning that he stressed, but sportsmanship. No game is won when it is won by un fair methods. Mr. York said that he was glad to be able to say that there had not been a single foul called on any member of any team this year fo unrsportsmanlike-like conduct. Louisburg College won 20 bas ketball games and lost 8. The team at L. C. was congratulated by sev eral referees who exclaimed that they were excellent sportsmen. Gary Morris made the all-tour nament team, and Roy Lee Earp missed it by one vote. He has been on the all-tournament second- string for two years. The awards were given to the following men for outstanding work in either or both basketball and baseball. Roy Lee Earp, Ben Price, Gary Morris, Johnny Nelson, Bobby Manning, Eddie Lee Elks, Garner Barbour, Bobby Mangum, Ralph Bridges, C. W. Strother, Billy Hur ley, Jimmy Womble, Max Mat thews, Tommy Shutt, Pete Frazier, Norman Brickhouse, Hal Perry, Jerry Faulkner, Fred Ransom, Harvey Tippett, Joe Ipock, Toby McDaniels, Bobby Beck, Billy Mer- ^ay 20, 1953 KEYHOLE' Well, feUow-students, the time is near! After the graduation exer cises, there will be no more school here at Louisburg until Septem ber. For some, the end of school represents a summer job; to some, a little time at the beach; to oth ers, counciling at camps or just a quiet summer at home with the folks. Next year some will be come working young ladies and gentlemen, some will start in a senior college, while others will return to Louisburg. Wherever you go or whatever you do, I sincerely wish all the luck and happiness possible to each and everyone of you. Regretfully, I will not return next year, so I am using my col umn this issue to say a few things before I leave. From Mr. Gretter I take all those dates and names of history he has placed in my mind; from Miss Merritt I take pro nouns, adjectives, gerunds, and “writers-cramp;” from Mr. Cow art I take all the X’s and Y’s that always drive me cTazy; from Miss Finister I take the smell of for maldehyde, a few scapel-cuts and one microscope blood-shot eye; from Mr. Moon I take the ideals of how to live healthy and safe (even without bathing); and from my ’ole roommate, Hugo Hodgin, I take his last pair of clean soxs. I have enjoyed being a student at Louisburg and extend my thanks to the faculty and students for accepting me as a student and (I hope) a friend. Last, but not least, I leave with apologies to the dieticians, Mrs. Pierce and Mrs. Powell, for my not being able to digest their sausage, corn bread and bacon, and apologies to a cer tain girl in Wright dormitory for never quite getting around to that trip to Raleigh and the show-date. Please take with you, folk, this little thought; “Drink fully of your college days (and nights) and the friendships formulated there for they are the best you will ever know in your entire life.” Bye-Bye now! Your “Keyhole” Editor, 1953 Tee Barnett Japanese Paintings Exhibited On Thursday and Friday, April 16 and 17, there were approxi mately thirty-five paintings of Japanese culture shown here at Louisburg" College. This exhibit was sponsored by the Dramatics Club with Miss Ruth Merritt as its faculty advisor. On Thursday afternoon, “Tee” Barnett inter preted these paintings for the faculty and students of L. C. On the following day at 2:20 p. m., the study hall of Mills High School was shown these paintings with the interpretations. That af ternoon at 3:30, these interpreta tions were given again by Mr. Bar nett for the benefit of the resi dents of Louisburg and ftie vicin ity. Some of these paintings are the property of N. C. State College, and some are the property of Mr. and Mrs. Matsumoto. Mr. Matsu- moto is a professor at State Col lege. He came to this country as a student of textile designs. Upon graduation, he was offered the po sition he now holds, professor of textile designs. These paintings were well-received by the faculty, students, and Louisburg residents in their 2 day showing here at Louisburg. Cigar Clerk: “If you smoke five thousand cigars, you can get your self a banjo with the coupons.” Customer: “If I smoke five thousand of these cigars, I’ll get a harp.” ritt. Bob Kennedy, Robert Stain- baek. Managers — Marvin Jordan of basketball; Perry Bobbitt of baseball.
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