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P'./, ' ■lumry N. C.C.P. A. THE TWIG N. C.C.P, A. Vol. Ill Meredith College, Raleigh, N. C,, May 2, 1924 No. 22 Come Out of The Kitchen Is A Great Success ASTHO PLAY SUIllMSSES EXi’EC- TATIONS OF ALL, HOLDING AUDIENCE SL*ELL1)0UNI> UiM’IL FINAL CUUTAIN EXura’i’IONAI, ClIAJlACTICK WOHK The crowning event of the week was the Astro play. Come Out o] the Eitchcn was an unparalleled success from all points of view. The plot was full of action, holding the audience In breathless suspense until the close. The cliaractera were well chosen, each playing her part better than anyone else could have done. Frances Cherry as Olivia Dangcr- fleld led the audience from laughter to tear^ at her will. There are few things that Cherry does not do well, but everyone who saw Come Out of the Kitchcn is convinced that she is a born actress. Her sudden metamor phosis from a self-possessed and love ly Southern belle Into an equally self- possessed and ravishingly pretty Irish cook proves her ability as an actress beyond tlie shadow of a doubt. One was Inclined to agree with Mr. Lef- ferts that hers was “the face that launched a thousand ships.” Burton Crane, played by Whit Powell, was a man who put Rudolph Valentino in the shade. She had a magnetism In her eye that made her an irresistible lover. ' Portia Alder man in the role of Mrs. Falkner, by reason of her icy dignity seemed to tower to a lofty six foot instead of a diminltive five feet two. Each syl lable she spoke lowered the tempera ture two degrees. Her daughter, Cora. played by Helen Plybon was a charm ing Miss, wearing her Paris gowns and hats with that air which belongs to the aristocrat alone. Elizahclh DangcrJieUl, alias Ar«- minla. played by Ruby Harville, was a very hot-tempered but beautiful young woman. She looked daggers at Sirs. Falkiwr—and not only that—she fairly withered that lady with her bit ing tirade. the inevitable black mammy, was well played by Clarissa Poteat. Instead of the usual shining ebony, AiiuhkIu was a more realistic chocolate shade. There was no exaggeration about this character; the slow, soft tone sounded a great deal more genuine than the usual theatrical negro voice. Rebekah Mon roe played the part of the mincing Thomas Lcfferls to perfection, en deavoring to force the uncomfortable Mr. Weeks Into various embarrassing situations. 13. Martin, as Soion Tuekcr, was the embodiment of legal dignity, even with a smear of black across her face. Lillian Rouse in the role of Paid DungcrficUl, alias SviUhlivUl. was not quite the Wooden Indian type of butler, but still she was quite amus ing. Nervous little Brindlcbui'y, alius Charles Danycrfield. was the most comical member of the whole cast, but he was rough on the china. Randolph Weeks, played by Janet Sykes, was the soul of that non-existant virtue which some idealists call Southern chivalry, but even the best of men yield to temptation “when a pair of red lips are upturned to their own, with no one to gossip about It"—and Kandy was a man. On the whole, Covic Out of the Kitchen was delightful and those who (Continued on page Maiiv O'KELfA- CAPABLE PRESIDENT TO HEAD CLASS OF ’26 3IAHY O’KELLY IS ACCOSirLISIIED PJIESIDENT OF IN.COMIiVG JUMOK CLASS With the enthusiasm and patriotic class spirit which have been the pre dominant characteristics of the class of ’2C throughout Its Sophomore year, Mary O'Kelley was chosen as the most capable girl in tlie class for the responsible and honored position of Junior president. Tlie fact that Mary has been a “town girl" Cor the past two years and yet has made for herself sucli a respected and loving place in the hearts of her classmates, speaks well for her outstanding finalities of lead ership and personal charm. The class of '2G ha.s been nnusnally blessed in the matter of leaders, The loyalty and faithfulness oC Martha LIverman directed the class through Its Freslimaii year in a peculiarly tri umphant manner. The pep and en thusiasm of Margaret Eagles as Sopli- omore president has made for the class a name to be envied. Now with Mary O’Kelly's gentle dignity and sweet personality, her poise and self- confidence, there Is no doubt but what tlie Junior year will be as brilliant n success as the past two have been. Mary Is quite versatile too. Her talents lie anywhere from the inter pretation of difficult compositions of great composers on the piano down (Continued on page 4) DEVOTIONAL SERVICE OF Y. W. A. SUNDAY EVENING VAJMEI) I'llOGUAM A’l’ USUAL VESPEIl SEIJVICE OF Y. V,'. C. A. The "Barthern Vessel" was the sub ject of the program given under the auspices of the Y, W, A. on Sunday evening. April 27, This program was VlKCiIH HAUVlLUi SENIOR PRESIDENT FOR YEAR 1924-25 ELECTED MiSS VIHOIE IIAKVILLE IS ELECT- Ell AS SENIOR rilE.'SlDEiM’ FOR NEXT YEAR (Continued on page The incoming Senior Class Is look ing forward to a happy culmination of its career at Meredith under the leadership of Miss Virgie Harville. In the renent election the Rntlnisiasm with which the class chose her as its next president attested to her popu larity as well as her ability to serve In this capacity, During the past she has shown an unflagging Interest in class affairs which has manifested Itself in a spirit oL’ loyalty and cooperation in all its undertakings. She has always been ready with helpful and original sug gestions for every committee as well as a capable hand to carry them out. Her versatility has been evidenced by the variety of her interests in col lege life and she has shown unques tioned capability iu the various ofTlces which she has held. In addition to tlie many qualities which make for leadership Miss Harville possesses a grace, poise and cliarm, the combina tion of which is rarely found. Tlie class has long recognized these dis tinctive qualities and has now regis tered its faith in their possessor by bestowmg on her the greatest honor that a class can give. HIGH INTEREST SHOWN IN SERENADE BY N. C. S. N. C. STATE SERENADES AFTER WINNING BASEHALL GAME So N. C. State won! Sure and the serenade was lovely, We, plain every day sort of mortals at Meredith re ceived our share of thrills also on Friday night when the enthusiastic torch-bearing crowd of State College warriors stormed our doors with their victory songs, joy, noise, excitement and thrills chased themselves excited ly in and out among the glaring torches the peppy cheer leader, the very personification of N. C. State colors and the swaying happy sup porters. Meredith backed word for (Continued on page Junior-Senior Banquet Elaborate Affair MaUV HlCUI{I.N(i SOPHOMORE PRESIDENT FOR 1924.25 ELECTED MARY HERUING CHOSEN AS PJ5ESI- DENT OF CLASS OF ’27 FOR NEXT YEAR Sometime ago an interesting meet ing of the Freshman Class was held for the express purpose of electing a president for the coming year. Before any nominations were offered, the president expressed an earnest wish that the girls would choose wisely and woll the one who was to hold the im portant position of Sophomore presi dent. She enumerated a few quali ties which she considered essential for such a leader and then opened the meeting for nominations. Needless to say the Freshman Class is nuide up of modern girls who luwe very decided opinions of their own; so nominations were made quickly and numerously. Each girl nominated was indeed well qualiJied for the position of president and was warmly defended by those wlio admired her. The nominees were finally narrowed down to two—Mary Herring and Mellie Daniels. Both girls are superbly capable of leading the class, 6/ach possessing to an un usual degree tlie qualities necessary for a president. Mary won. however, by a slight majority, and Mary whose winsomeness, originality, tact, and marked ability for leadership won her this place of lionor among us, will re ceive tlie undying loyalty of the whole class, and she may truly believe that (Contittued on page VOCALRECITAL OF MISS PAULINE PATTON TALENT AM) 1‘ERSONALITY ( AUSK SUCCESS IN RECITAL 01' rOl'ULAK SKNIOR One of the most delightful and fas cinating graduating recitals ever given In the Meredith College Audi torium was tliat rendered by Miss Pauline Patton on Friday. April IS. at 5 o’clock. (Continued on page If) IHNING HALL IS TRANSF0R3IED INTO A GARDEN GROWING WITH FLOWERS AND DE- CO.MES SCENE OF BANQUET MfsK'. Mi;n ami Gnn,s a i-a Caiite By far the most brilliant and q\iit€ the most important event of the entire school year took place, Friday, April 25. in the dining hall when the class of 1025 gave the annual Junior-Senior Banquet. It proved to be an occasion undoubtedly worth all the anticipa tion of a whole school year on the part of the two classes and their guests. Promptly at eight, in tlie parlors, the members of the Senior Class to gether with their guests were cordial ly welcomed by the receiving line and the entire Junior Class. There every one had the pleasure of meeting Presi dent Brewer and Mrs. Brewer and the charming hostess. Miss Elizabeth Daniels, the cliosen leader of her cla.'ss. With the announcement that “din ner was served” the guests made their way down with an accompaniment by the orchestra, into the salon. Passing under a wisteria-hung arch, the couples emerged Into a transformed hall. The lights, shaded as they were in the Senior Class colors, lavender and purple, threw just the right amount of colorful glow over the gay scene. Over the windows and down the draperies hung festoons of laven der and purple crepe paper. On stands in the center as well as along the two long tables were placed the clioicest flowers of the florist shops. In keep ing with the time of the year, dog wood blossoms added a touch of real North Carolina spring. And to com plete the colorful harmony, caged canaries wore hung between the ta bles. The mascot place-cards as well as the menus had the distinction of be ing exquisitely hand-painted; the two class colors predominating. The menu read as follows; Imperial Coi’ktail Chicken Supreme en Bouchees Belgian Peas Potatoes au gratia Hearts of Celery Old Dominion Pickles Parkc'r House Rolls Salad n la Parisienne English Biscuit Fleur de la chisse Petits fours Neufchatel cheesc Cafe Noir Grilled Almonds Carolina Julep Perhaps the most unique dish was the cream served ns "Fleur de la classe,” sweet peas in tiny earthen ware llower pots. Miss Daniels, as toast-mistress. then welcomed the guests with a few fitting words and announced the tosts. The toast to ’24 by Miss Virgie Har ville was responded to by Miss Mabel West, the Senior Class president, wlio fittingly expressed the feeling of the entire class. Miss Biirvelle McFar land gave the toast to Miss Zabriskle, who responded in her usual gracious manner. Mr. Donald Bunn, the mas cot of the class of ’24. answered pret tily, if a little shyly with a "thank you" to the toast proposed by Miss Vii-ginla White. To Dr. Brewer, Miss Roberta Crawford gave a most orlg- Saltines Mints (Continued on page 4)
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