The Megaphone (Georgetown, Tex.), Vol. 5, No. 20, Ed. 1 Friday, March 1, 1912 Page: 1 of 4
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THE
MEGAPHONE.
PUBLISHED EVERY FRIDAY DURING THE S3H30L YEAR BY THE STUDENTS' AS3D3IATION Or SOUTHWESTERN UNIVER3IT/.
Volume V.
GEORGETOWN, TEXAS, MARCH 1, 1912.
Number 20.
MR. COULTER VISITS S. U.
MUCH INTEREST MANIFESTED BY STUDENTS
"Chains that Bind"—a Great Lecture
On Monday evening Mr. Coulter,
the State Secretary of the Y. M. C.
A. began a series of lectures in an
evangelistic campaign. The speak-
er came highly recommended and
the cabinet had prepared for a large
attendance. Nothing was left un-
done that could be thought of that
would adcty to the interest of the
meeting^. Mr. Vaught favored us
with aBohf^Tnch was enjoyed by all.
The San JacMto Hall was almost
full MorfiJay evening with those who
wanted to hear Mr. Coulter deliver
the first of his addresses. We feel
sure that the crowd was not disap-
pointed in the lecture for it was de-
livered in such a plain, forceful
way that almost every point was
driven home to some heart and
foUtid lodgment there. It certaihly
caused a fellow to look into his own
heart and life Mid see if they were
whit they should be. r
On Tuesday evening the climax
was reached in this campaign when
Mr. Coulter chose for his subject,
"Chains that Bind." This special
subject had been thoroughly adver-
tised and the Hall was packed full
-on .tVw occasion^ After a, few in-
troduitory remarks the speaker
pitched ihto the svery heart of his
themte—and never before do we re-
\
member of hearing a speaker who
held so closely the undivided atten-
tion of his audience as did Mr.
Coulter upon this occasion. He
was dealing with a subject that
challenges the attention of thinking
men and well indeed did he present
it. The speaker has made a special
study of lectures for men and he
certainly knows how to appeal to
them and present truths in such a
way that sink into the hearts of
men. This address has been given
?n many of thfe largest cities and
universities of the United States.
It certainly is a strong straight talk
to men atid we feel sure that every
man who heard it profited thereby.
On Wednesday morning Mr. Coul-
ter conducted chapel services and
gave an excellent talk on "Secre-
taryship" of the Y. M. C. A. As
a fitting close of these series of ad-
dresses and hoping to drop some
word or hint that would do good to
some one for oUr approaching re-
vival the Speaker chase for his Sub-
ject Wednesday evening "Personal
Work." Everyone seemed to be in
accord with the spirit of the meet-
ing Wednesday night and we feel
sure that all who were present felt
the need of "being more like Jesus
in ou'r hearts." The Y. M. C. A.
quartett favored us with some
special music which we appreciate
very much.
With this service the evangelis-
tic campaign closed and we feel
that the Y. M. C. A. has been
strengthened a great deal by Mr.
Coulter's visit. We know that his
lectures were strong, straight,
heart to heart, talks to men and we
feel sure that they will do good.
We are looking forward to the time
when Mr. Coulter can be with us
again.
AN AFTERMATH
It was certainly an unlooked for
compliment that the students of
Southwestern received following
thte unfortunate occurrence on Tues-
day evening, February 21, at the
University Auditorium. The com-
pliment was paid us, too, by John
Kendrick Bangs. Mr. Bangs ap-
pearance here had been looked for-
ward to with much pleasure, and
the excellent audience that greeted
him, even on the night of a perfest
tempest, is an assurance that his
reputation as an entertainer was
well-grounde(J. As is well known,
the, high wind that overturned .the
tall chimney on the north side of
the uniVersitv building, in this way
causing the plastered ceiling below
to fall precipitately. Fortunately
no one was injured, and the orderli-
ness and calmness with which the
audience conducted itself drew from
Mr. Bangs in the form of a letter
an admiration which is compliment-
ary in a very high degree. It is
certain that the students are eager
for a return of Mr. Bangs and if
the Lecture Committee can possibly
Secure him, they should exert every
effort to do so.
NO GAME WITH ST. EDS.
A crowd of disappointed rooters
could have been found in George-
town yesterday morning, when the
cold weather made it necessary to
postpone the game scheduled with
St. Edward's college.
All arrangements had been made,
but the weather man interferred so
the game was called off for the
present. It will be played later,
and the fans hope real soon, for
everyone is getting anxious to see
how our team works. Manager
Sheffy hopes to announce the game
for an early date.
BEAUTIFYING CAMPUS
The ladies, who have been in
charge of the work of putting
shrubbery on the campus, were up
this week setting out flowers, and
having phrubbery of ^rious kinds
planted. All about the main build-
ing flower beds are bcUig made, and
vi^es will be planted to cover the
backstops on the tennis courts.
This kind of work "is not being
confined to the main -campus, but
much improvement Is being made
at the church. The back fence has
been moved and flowers and grass
are being put out. >Tn fact, the
whole town seems to have caught
the "beautifying spirit, " and many
yards are being worked over, which
will add much to the beauty of the
university and town.
EXAMS START MARCH 13
According to the catalogue sched-
ule the final exams for the winter
term begin March 12, but we have
been informed that on account of
the methods of recitation now be-
ing used, the date will bet moved to
the 13th or 14th and through
16th. Next week will be the last
of this term, and everyone should
make an extra effort to do his best.
DR. NEWELL DWI6HT HILLIS COMING
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Dr. Hillis is one of the most fa-
mous preachers in the world, being
the successor of Henry Ward Beech-
er as Pastor of Plymouth Church,
Brooklyn, New York. He has nev-
er toured Texas before, and on this
occasion is only touching the most
important points. By special ar-
rangement with President Bishop
he will give a lecture in George-
town on account of the important
influence of Southwestern Universi-
ty in the State.
This lecture will be given in the
University Auditorium Tuesday
night, March 12th. An admission
price of 50 cents will be charged.
DR. BISHOP LUNCHEONED
Dr. Bishop was in San Antonio
Saturday and Sunday, where he
preached, and while in that city the
alumni Of Southwestern entertained
in Mb honor with a luncheon. Dr„
Bishop's visit was a very pleasant
one, and no doubt, brought the
alumni there in closer touch with
their alma mater. ■
Mr. and Mrs. C. T. Bass, of San
Marcos, were here for Miss Aline
Bass' recital Saturday evening.
KAPPA SI6S GIVE PICMC
Among the entertainments given
on Washington's birthday, one of
the most enjoyable was a prolonged
one—the picnic given by the Kappa
Sigma's. A large number had the
pleasure of participating in the
day's fun and joy. The crowd left
the Woman's Building about ten
o'clock and had a glad ride to the
old Reunion Grounds. Several
hours were spent in strolling around
by the way, everyone seemed very
interested in the scenery (?) per-
haps. A number of kodaks were in
eviiehce and some grand snap-shots
were taken, much to the delight of
the mischievous.
At noon the picnic feast was serv-
ed—and surely one could not think
of anything that might be added to
the "goodest eats" ever. It rang-
ed from chicken?to ice cream with
everything that goes between these
extremes. After eating and eat-
ing, the improvised table was left,
fires were built and some of the
bunch sat around and talked, others
strolled some more, and five o'clock,
the hour to go arrived all too
soon. A tired and happy crowd
came home feeling that they had
celebrated George's birthday to the
utmost and not soon shall the"glad-
some" joy of this picnic day be for-
gotten. A Guest.
ALAMOS TO CELEBRATE
PICNIC ON WEDNESDAY AT WILBARGER
To Edit Megaphone Next Week
THE VIOLIN RECITAL
One of the best recitals of the
year was given lasi Saturday night,
when Misses Frances Barcus and
Aline Bass gave their violin Senior
recital. A very large crowd as-
sembled and the program was much
appreciated. The recital was giv-
en in the church on account of the
auditorium being in repair, and
flowers and ferns were in abundance,
making a very pretty effect.
The following is the program,
Miss Mitchell acting as accompanist:
Symphony for two Violins—Alard
—Miss Barcus and Miss Bass.
Concerto in E Minor—Rode—
Miss Frances Barcus.
Souvenir de Haydn (Variations
on Austrian Hymn) — Leonard —
Miss Aline Bass.
Reverie — Vieuxtemps — Miss
Frances Barcus.
Am Meer— Schubert-Wilhelmj—
Miss Aline Bass.
Fantaisie Militaire—Leonard—
Miss Frances Barcus.
Concerto in A Minor(Gesangscene)
—Spohr—Miss Aline Bass.
March 2 being the anniversary of
the Alamo, the Society will cele-
brate with a picnic as usual. As far
as we have been able to learn, the
annual address will not be a feature.
On account of the home-coming
on San Jacinto day, the San Jacs
will join in with the Alamos and
help make the picnic a big success.
This being the first picnic of the
season, it will no doubt be a well
attended affair, and, as usual, a
siccess in every way. As another
means of celebration the AlamCSo-
ciety will edit the Megaphone next
week, the staff having been elected
sometime ago. John B. Milliken
is editor, and we feel sure our read-
ers will receive a treat next week
when the Megaphone reaches them.
DOESN'T LIKE CHAN6E
Coach Richards of Wisconsin
thinks the new football rules are
unfair to the smaller schools be-
cause a premium is placed upon beef
rather than brains. The change
advocated, he says, is a little short
of revolutionary to the present
tendency in football, and it will
take us back to the old line bucking
game of 1893.
AUDITORIUM REPAIRED
Missess Smith, Bragg, Mitchell,
Allen and Dell Watts went to Aus-
tin to see "The Faun."
The University Auditorium has
been repaired, from the effects of
the storm last week, and chapel was
held there Wednesday morning.
For the present the repairing is on-
ly temporary, but later a new ceil-
ing of steel will be- put in. The
carpenters have strengthened the
entire ceiling, and it is no longer
unsafe.
CLASS EDITIONS
As is the custom, the Megaphone
will be issued by the classes, and
for this purpose we suggest that the
classes elect their staffs at once, the
Freshmen issuing the paper March
23.
VIOLIN RECITAL MARCH 8
Misses Annie Sanford and Bond
Sneed will give their graduating
recital in violin, March 8, at 8
o'clock p. m. The public cordially
invited to be present.
Don't Fail to Hear
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At The University Auditorium
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Benefit of Athletic Association
Aditlissiom 50 cents
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Huffor, Earl. The Megaphone (Georgetown, Tex.), Vol. 5, No. 20, Ed. 1 Friday, March 1, 1912, newspaper, March 1, 1912; Georgetown, Texas. (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth401046/m1/1/: accessed June 21, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu.; crediting Southwestern University.