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'AND YE SHALL KNOWTHE TRUTH, AND THE msam/f ■ 1 B ■ ■ H wk jw] fiflim ii t -■ I >• 5" j YOU FREE.”—John vfli, 86. '-jg+2 <*•+■■■#> ,r ' * Wp w§«. 1, BwB& • H; ■ - 1 1 w m* ■ >1 |yEs: .JKi* HfJPfrW* vj COLORFUL COMMENCEMENT AT JOHNSON C. SMITH UNIVERSITY NEW GYMNASIUM DEDICATED—ALSO SITE FOR $125,000 CHURCH—MRS. JOHSON C. SMITH, BENEFAC TRESS, ^RESENT. By Rev. Lionel B. West, D. D. “The Commencement exercis es were of an unusually high order." Thus spake the Rev. John M. Gaston, D. D., LL D., Secretary of the Division of Missions for Colored People of the Board of National Mis sions of the Presbyterian Church, U. S. A., at the close of the sixtieth annual Commence ment of Johnson C. Smith Uni versity. The exercises came to an end on Wedne^ ,y afternoon, June 6th, when twenty-nine young men from the college and theological departments received their diplomas, have never been surpassed fn the history of the institution. The crowds were large and the commencement spirit permeated them. The weather, although unfavorable at times, did not dampen the enthusiasm. There were sever al interesting features which made the occasion colorful. The exercises were held in the auditorium of Biddle Memo‘ rial Hall. This auditorium had been thoroughly renovated and presented a very attractive ap pearance. The walls and wood work which had carried a natu ral color for all these years were beautifully coated with paint. The rostrum was adorned with stately palms and all sorts of the sewoitV^^gLiWiSEUe tistically aiVmnged, The music^yas thrilling. The large UMy^sity chorus under the masterly direction of Prof. W. S- Peyton charmed the audi ences with their superb rendi tions. The Quintet gave several selections to the delight of all. The baccalaureate' sermon, addresses of the invited speak ers, also the orations of the stu dents, were full of thought and inspiration. The University authorities gave the alumni and visitors a warm welcome and did all in their power in accommodating and entertaining them. Mrs. Johnson G. Smith Mrs. Johnson C. Smith, of Pittsburgh, Pa., benefactress of the institution, was present. Her presence added much to the joy of the occasion. She received a tremendous ovation from the faculty, student body and friends. Mrs. Smith said: “I am glad to toe nere. I am thrilled. Two years ago, because of my seri ous sickness, I did not enpect to be back. I feel that through your prayers and the prayers of my friends that God has spared ‘iny life. I want to thank you for the flowers you sent me and your kind remembrances. I am grateful for the kindness that has been shown to me by Dr. and Mrs. McCrorey and Dr. Gaston and others. I do hope that the boys who go out from this school" will make good in life, and live up to the privileges and op portunities that have been giv en them here. May God bless the graduates.” Mrs. Smith, as is her custom, presented each graduate iffth a copy of the Holy Bible. She also gave to the graduating class" a large and beautiful basket of lilies and other flowers tied with a large bow of pink maline. The refectory was a scene of an elaborate supper on Monday evening when the faculty and their wives, the students and members of the alumni and their wives were the guests of Mrs. Smith. The Board of Trustees an jnounced that Mrs. Johnson C Smith had been selected as a member of that Board. Mrs. Smith was accompahied by her sister, Mrs. E. F. Woods, and Mrs. M. E. Shafer. High School Twenty-seven young men were graduated from the High School on Friday night, June 1- Five of .them delivered orations in competition foe an alumni prize. The program follows: Invocation, Rev. A. H. Prince. Music, Trio, Oration, “The Power of Ambi tion,” Sherwood H. Blue. Oration, “Labor Unto Success,” Eugene 0. Ellis. Instrumental Solo, Wendall Delarge. Oration, “An Ideal Citizen ship,” Doras L- Hoyle. Oration, “Dive Deep for Pearls,” Peter C, Kelly. Solo, Lorenzo Gaston. Oration, “The Negro Mother Love,” Ralph B. Tildon. Address, Rev. H. C. Miller, Music, Class Song. Awarding Diplomas, Announcements. Benediction, Rev. J, H. Ward. Judges: Prof, fj. D, Johnson, Chairman; Mr. JacbbThompson, Prof- E. H. Hunt, Prof. J. N. Brown, Rev. R. L. Moore, ^^^ev.^Mnler^aeUvered a ject, “New Tasks for New He roes." He pictured the present, social, economic, political and re ligious conditions under which we live, and said that there were intricate problems connected therewith which furnished tasks for the young schoolmen of to day. He challenged the grad uates to assume these tasks as heroes and work for the better ment of humanity and the race. The oration prize was won by Mr. Blue. The E- W. Carpenter prize for English and the scholarship prizes offered by the Universi ty and the Omega Psi Phi Fra ternity went to Ralph Tildon. Prof. S. D, Williams, Princi pal, presided. The diplomas were presented by Rev. Miller. The list of graduates follow: k, Jas. C. Belton, Sherwood H. Blue, Spellman Cunningham, E. L. Dudley, Eugene 0, Ellis, Gil bert T. Franklin, J. 0, Horne, Julian A. Jones, Peter C. Kelly, Paul J. Morrison, John A, Ram seur, John Stockton, Ttoland M. Thom, Hunter Bess, Frank M Bogle, Wendall D. Delarge, Lo renzo Gaston, Fletcher Haywood, Doras L. Hoyle, J. J. Jordan, Andrew J. Mack, D. T. Ramseur, Albert L. Sumner, Ralph B. Til don, Carlton E. Wilson, Wiley H. Williams, Israel L. Tribble. Baccalaureate services. The services were full of dig nity. The graduates marched into the chapel headed by Presi dent MeCrorey, Deans Jones and Alston and Drs. W. L. Mc Ewan and L. B. West, all robed in their caps and gowns. The processional hymn was “Faith of Our Fathers,” sung by the large choir which filed in behind the graduates. Dr. L. B. West made the invocation. After the Scripture had been read, Dr. T. R. Lewis, President of Scotia Woman’s College, Concord, of fered a fervent prayer. Presi dent MeCrorey presided. The sermon was preached by the Rev. Wm. L. McEwan, D. D., LL. D., pastor of the Third Presbyterian church, Pitts burgh, Pa. His text was: “And ■ tifu»vv I. iocHfi.ffe~rj.ori W11 whosoever will be chief among you let him be your servant.” Matt. 20:27- The topic of the discourse was “Greatness Through Service.” Dr. McEw an said that corporations, bank ers, business men, statesmen and leaders in all walks of life had learned that the teachings of Jesus were not the words of an impractical dreamer, but can be applied to all conditions of life for the improvement of hu manity. He said that Jesus taught men how to render ser vice for the benefit of their fel lowmen, and declared that no man can hold his place long who is not actually serving his fel lows.,. ub buuwbu uuw uie spirit oi Christ permeated all of life, and covered a wider realm than the church. He said the race's tru est benefactors were those who are serving God in whatever sphere of life they were placed, from the humblest to the high est. He pointed out the dangers which come from the abuse of power, and called attention to the blessings Which come to hu manity through service. Dr. McEwan said that just the accumulation of knowledge and wealth did not bring satisfaction and true greatness. It was only as men used these things for the common welfare of humani ty that they could be called great. He mentioned several of the world’s benefactors who had attained heights of greatness because of the serviee they had rendered. He said that the teachings of God as given by Jesus Christ were the beat for the happiness of man. Dr. McEwan in closing coun selled the young men not to go after greed and gain for by these men were not eouf»ted gvettt.*il# urged upon them to go forth and render faithful and helpful service for God and their fellow men. He quoted the lines of Geo. L. Banks— “I live for those who love me, For those who know me true; For the heavens that shine above me, And the good that I can do. “For the cause that needs as sistance; For the wrong that needs re sistance ; For the future in the distance, And the good that' I can do.” Dr. McEwan is Mrs. Smith’s pastor. In his introductory re marks he paid a glowing tribute to the memory of Mr. Johnson C. Smith who passed away nine years ago, this summer. He spoke of the high ideals and Christian character of Mr. Smith, his consideration of those with whom he dealt and his liberal spirit. He said that Mrs. Smith, in her generosity, was carrying out the spirit of her sainted husband. Dedicatory Services The new gymnasium, a large and spacious brick building, ar chitecturally beautiful, and fully equipped, the gift of Mrs. John son C. Smith, in memory of her nephew, Hartley Berry Woods, In Memory of Hartley Berry Woods, Erected by his Aunt, Mrs. Johnson C. Smith, June, 1928. a victim of the World War, was dedicated on Monday afternoon, June 4, with appropriate servic es. The Rev. John M. Gaston, D. D., presided. Hymn, "How Firm a Foundation,” was sung. The 103rd Psalm was read by Dr. Wm. L. McEwan. Mr. Earle Whitton, of the Southeas tern Construction Company, pre sented the keys to Dr. Gaston, who, in turn, presented them to President McCrorey. Each made suitable remarks. The Quintet sang. -•i;/ ‘ 71 ‘ \ Dr. Gaston then read a brief statement Betting .forth the facts in connection with ’ the building as a memorial. Mrs. Smith gave the hififory of the life of Hartley Berry Woods. $he told of the unique place he occupied as a member of the fimily. She portrayed his schcdfHy attainments, his athletic jpowess, his business acumen, gnd, above all, his Christian character and godly life. ShM thought the building a fitting Memorial to his noble life. ur. MCfljwan made the prayer of dedicatlm and the benediction was pronounced after the Quintet had sung softly and sweetly, ‘lltill With Thee.” Mrs. A* F. Woods, mother of Hartley Barry Woods, witnessed the ceremny; also Mr. A. G. Lamont, aufehitect. The met outstanding an nouncemeg* at Commencement was to 'tip effect that Mrs. Smith Mr given $125,000 for the erectiojftat once of a church on the $npus. The site has been selfRed and dedicated. The chunwwill be near the en trance oi: Re main gate on the left side of||he Science Hall. It was plannM to march from the gymnasiWKito the church site, but owing to the downpour of rain at the time, it was thought besjt to conduct the ser vice in theygymnasium. Dr- McEwan, in choice words, set apart Up site for the church in the ngMpf the. Triiine God— Father, So| and Hpjy Spirit— with humple an^'.j reverent hearts, with the hope that it would, be hjessed arid Sanctified by Him saving of souls. Dr. Gastejnoffered an earnest prayer oMjgjcation, The Quin fVeator.M The audience stood and sang “Faith of Our Fathers,” and Dr. Gaston pronounced the ben ediction. Junior Prize Ovations. As usual this event created a great deal of interest? The au ditorium was too small’for the surging crowd that crime" to lis ten to the stirring orations of the contestants. The contest was spirited. Twqjprizes were offered—the alumni gold medal and $10 in gold by Mr- A. J. Clement, of Charleston, S. C. The program follows: Processional, Orchestra. Invocation, Dr. C. J. Baker. Chorus, “Great is the Lord,” —Mendelssohn. What of Tomorrow? John M. Belton, Rock Hill, S. C. The Deterioration of Ameri can Democracy, Vance H. Cha vis, Wadesboro, N. C. Chorus, “Morning,” —Speaks. The Struggle for Freedom in the East, B. J. Hayes, Louisburg, N. C. The Innuence of Art upon American Civilization, G. F. Newell, Clarkton, N. C. Chorus, “When a Maid Comes,” —Friml. The Negro of Tomorrow, Al phonso S- Powe, Cheraw, S. C. How the Promise Shall be Re alized, Leon Steele, Mocksville, N. C. Chorus, “Moonlight Mead ows,” —Czibulks. Benediction, Dr. Z. A. Dock ery. Dean J. Henry Alston, presid ing. The winners of the prizes are Mr. A. S. Powe, Cheraw, S. C., 1st prize, and Mr. G. F. Newell, of Clarkton, 2nd. Dr. T, H) Ayers presented the prizes on Commencement day. The Alumni The Alumni Association held its meetings in the Y. M. C. A. Hall of the Carnegie Library. Quite a number was present and the meetings were full of inter est. The Rev. W. R. Mayberry in opening the Association made (Continued on page 2) BURKEVILLE (VA.) SCHOOL HOLDS ITS FINALS By Mrs. David Coleman The annual closing exercises of Burkeville Public School were held at Christ Presbyterian church, Thursday and Friday evenings, May Tftstrahd June 1, under the direction of Mrs. S. R. Clarke, Misses N. E. Jennings and Miss E. Inez Perry. On Thursday evening a large audience assembled to hear the general closing exercises which consisted of an operetta, “Flow er Nymph Surprise,0 by the Primary grades and a patriotic play, “America,” by the upper grades. To many this was a vivid remi niscence of the days long passed when the nymphs tripped abbut on their toes, sang blithely and threw out carefully censored hu mor over the footlight. This - year’s exercises were featured by many interesting and entertaining events and greater enthusiasm was mani fested by both pupils and teach-, ers which tended to make the event the best ever held here. Af^er the programme Mrs. S. Cralle, President of the Moth era* Club gave a brief talk on the work accomplished this year which was to. raise money to lengthen the school term which was suggested by one of the mothers, Mrs. Florence Miller; so the mothers got busy, and appointed captains. The cap tains, Mrs. Florence Miller, W. B. Taylor, and also the sub-cap tain, Mrs. Wm. Carter, made their reports- ■ The amount raised by the captains was $42.01. The amount raised dur ing^thB^ywjwsfJ^^. club are Mrs. S. Cralle, Mrs. M. J. Miller. Mrs. Sarah Epps, Mrs. Annie Hudson, Mrs. Wm. Carter, Mrs. Anna Miller, Mrs. Algia Jeter, Mrs. Lula Jackson, Mrs. F. Duncan, Mrs. Ida Miller, Mrs Sallie Jeter, Mrs. Mary Richard son, Mrs. F. Miller, Mrs. E. Taylor, Mrs. Florence Foster, Mrs. M. E. Stokes, Mr. R. Mil er, Mrs. Paul Lindsay, Mrs. Sal lie Fowlkes, Mrs. L. Love, Mrs. E. Miller, Mrs. C. H- Rowe, Mrs. Mattie Smith, Mrs. D. Oliver, Mrs. Lucy Smith, Mrs. David Coleman, Mrs. Emma Knight and Mrs. Sallie Epps. It is Hoped by the President that all the mothers will attend the meetings as there are great things in store yet On Friday evening a large number of eager listeners crowded the church to witness the graduation exercises and especially to hear Dr. C. J. Bak er, of Atlanta, Ga. These exer cises were conducted by the members of the seventh grade who received certificates of en trance to high school as their motto was, “Not Finished—Just Begun.” It is true that certificates are due only to 8th grade students, but Mrs. Clarke &ave these as an incentive to the students, as heretofore they had begun to drop out of school. The class was composed of Misses Annet ta Oliver, Salutatory; Celeste Oliver; Reading; Mr. Elwood Jones, Valedictory. Mr. H- Smithy President of the School t League, presented the diplomas, after which a piano solo, “Hoihe, Sweet Home,” in variations, was rendered by Miss Gladys Miller, of Thyne In stitute. Mr. Charles Miller, Treasurer of the School League, in a few brief striking remarks, compli mented the three teachers on the program and the work for the term and called special at; tention to Mrs. Clark, in the great work she has done and is still doing as Principal of Burkeville school. He then in a pleasing manner introduced the speaker of the evening. Dr. Baker delivered a most interesting discourse With “Building up Our Reserve Forces” ju» his subject. He em phasize^ the necessity of caring for the body; also the spiritual bodily, physical and mental re serve forces and of performing our duty to ourselves and God. He. said ft pays to know more than you are required, to cover every inch of ground and be guided by the Unseen Hand who will carry you safely through. All who heard the speaker said *it was one of the greatest addresses ever delivered here to a graduating class. Mrs. Clarice thanked thp friends and parents for their lovely attendance during the two nights, and thanked the mothers for their faithfulness in prolonging the school term another month, and said she would not leave out the fathers, as they deserve credit, too. MJIfSBIE SMNARY ALUMNAE REUNION The Alumnae of Ingleside Seminary met in the chapel of Ingleside Seminary, Burkeville, Va., May 29, 1928. The object of the Alumnse at present is to raise money "for the Campbell Memorial. The Campbell Memo rial is a scholarship to be raised by the Alumnse for the educa tion of some worthy girl at Ingleside Seminary who is not able to pay her tuition, provid ing she comes welj recommended and . meets all of the require ments of a good religious insti tution The business meeting opened The meeting was opened with a song, “My Faith Looks Up to Thee.” Scripture was read by Mrs. Ada Chavious, and prayer was offered by Rev. M. G. Has kins, who had journeyed from Baltimore to be present at the meeting. The minutes were read and adopted. The President next called for the report of the treasurer, Mrs- Charlie Miller, which was satisfactorily given. Reports from the chapters were called for. A chapter is composed of Ingleside girls liv ing in the same localities. The Jetersville chapter, represented by Mrs. Fannie Green Wilker son and Mrs. Evelyn Towns, presented $7.15 to the Campbell Memorial Fund. This was great ly appreciated by the Alumnae. The roll was called and the Alumnae responded with their annual payment of dues, $2.50. The graduating class of 1928 presented $5-00 to the Alumnae and they seemed very happy to contribute something to a good and worthy cause. A vote of thanks was extended them by the Alumnae. Rev. M. G. Haskins gave some very wholesome remarks which were greatly appreciated by all; also his very liberal 'donation of $5.00. Rev. Mr. Haskins is very much interested in the work at Ingleside, and came to the meet ing at the invitation of our very wide awake President, Mrs. Mary, B- Marks. Receipts of the afternoon were $38.15. The amount in treasu ry is $110.91. After the discussion of “For eign Missions” we had benedic tion by the Rev. M. G. Haskins. After an 'intermission of five minutes, we returned and took up our “program” for the after noon- The hymn, “Stand Up for Jesus,” was sung, and the 23rd Psalm read, led by Mrs. Sallie Cralle. The welcome address was de livered to the Alumnae by Mrs. R. L. Alter, Principal of Ingle side, who showed to us by her (Continued on page 4)