The Maryville times. (Maryville, Tenn.) 1884-1944, 1897-01-16

all seem 10 nave nad q Joyous anu
happy vacation. In addition to the
old students whom we are indeed
glad to see back there is quite NIL
merous band of new students whom
we are glac to receive into our ranks.
They come with bright. earnest and
happy faces and will doubtless be
credit to our grand institution.
Although some Of the students who
were here from distance could not
60 home to spend Xmas we had a
real pleasant time. Through the
generosity of Miss Mollie Caldwell
and Mrs. Wilson we were permitted
to have four different sociables dur
ing the two. weeks. The students
showed their appreciation of the
kindness in trying to make each
other happy and displaying their
ts..behavior on these occasiosn.
The last sociable was held last Mon
day night. Quite large crowd
were In attendance. The novel
games of the season were participated
IN by all present. All the guests
pronounced it a grand success. and
jolly good times were had by all,
All the students who remained in
the Halls join in hearty thanks TO
those in authority for granting to US
these desired privileges.
We are indeed glad te have with
US Mr.. w. R. Jones native of Eb-
nezer, Carnarvon Shire. North
Wales. He came to the U. S. from
Manchester Eng, where lie has
been IN business, last June IN search
OF health, and eventually decided to
remain. He is here through the kind
solication of Mr.. David Jones with
whom he will make his home.
A member Of students were delight
fully entertained at the home of Mr.
and Mrs Hill last Saturday. Al
excellent dinner was served Of tn
best which goes to please the taste
A few were hours spent social
and the Company dispersed wit
many expressions to the host an
hostes In appreciation Of their kin
hospitality.
A reception was given by Y. N
and Y. w. c. 4. of the Colleg
Friday night to the new student
A.literary program of one hour W;
enjoyed by all present. Prof. Wall'
who presided was in his usual moo
i of good humor and wit and made a
e feel welcome. After the literal
# program the Chapel was cleared
e the benches and exercises for
e couple of hours was taken in t.
0 usual game "snap."
. Last Monday evening Jan. 4 t
j. good people of Shannondale Chur
:, gave Prof. and Mrs. Newman
6 reception at the residence of Mr..
!. H. Smith. Thus showing their hi
e ESTEEM in which they had held hi
as their leader in church work.
W The hour for beginning recitatio
e has been changed from s o'clock,
st $50. The length of the periods "
e continue the same. There are ma
e advantages to be gained by t
: changes and all seem pleased with i
A map of Cuba, containing imp,
tant points and routes of both armit
has been placed IN the Library. II
y will be great advantaget to the 81
' dents in Studying the situation
" Cuba.
|. Prof. Rinehart of Knoxville is
/. Maryville and is giving instructio
# in voice training and vocal mus
a Several students have taken lessor
and more anticipate taking them.
0 Frank Mckinley says that 9th
0 people can discuss the value of 60
+ and silver if they want to, but for
e part he thinks thsPenny is the mo
0 valuable coin.
Mess1 Samuel McMurray al
: T. H. Mcconnell have taken ,
d their 2bode in capacious and We
e fitted. room It Mrs. Engers.
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