The times. [volume] (Washington [D.C.]) 1897-1901, 1900-04-22

for the purpose Of awakening a deeper in
terest among the members In the general
welfare Of the Glass that led the teacher
to urge such a step, as he desired to let
the young men assume a certain respon-
sibility in the management Of affairs and
open the way for a retirement OF his own
personality, as far as possible, to the po-
sition which his Judgment led him TO be-
lieve he should occupy. This wish has
been gratiled to the extent of taking much
Of the burden from the shoulders Of their
Commander as his scholars term him.
but no important step is taken without
first seeking his opinion and guidance.
The Vaughn Class Club" as the or
ganization came to be known, has grown
in importance since its very Inception, its
special objects being. as stated in its con-
stitution, TO advance the interests Of
Glass Il. to increase the mutual acquaint-
ance Of its members; to promote among
them a more earnest Christian life. and to
afford them material assistance when nee
essary."
Officers of the Club.
Grant S. Barnhart who is now serving
his second term as President Of the
Vaughn Glass Club, was born in Lock Ha-
ven Pa. 60 1868. Mr.. Baruharts ability
was early recognized by his classmates,
and by earnest effort he has won for him
self a place among the leaders. His ad
ministrai0n OF affairs has resulted in
great prosperity accruing TO the organiza-
ton during his occupancy Of the executive
office. Mr.. BaTnhart is an emp!oye Of the
Government Printing Office, having been
appointed TO a position In the Fourth Divi-
sion in 1928.
George Gordon seibold. the First Vice
President OF the Vaughn Glass Club. is a
native Washiuetoniau, having been
born IN this city on January
1G. 1860. He has been an active
worker for the advancement Of the
interests OF the organization ever since
be became associated with il, which was
little over a year after il was founded. and
has served in various official capacities.
Mr.. Seibold has recently been selected as
a trustee Of Calvary, OF which Congrega-
ton be has been a member for over ten
years He is a member Of Columbia Typo
graphical Union. l0l being connected with
the business committee Of that body. Two
years ago he was elected a delegate 10
represent the Union at the International
Convention, held at Syracuse.
Or. Eugene c. Rice. the present secre-
tary OF the Class and Club who also hid
the honor Of being the first scholar enroll
ed by Mr.. Vaughn ia 1859. is a native Of
York city in 1861. Dr. Rice is ever on the
alert for anything that might prove bene-
fetal TO the class. and IL was due 10 his
efforts that the club adopted a secret de-
gree about six months ago. which has ad-
ded much TO the attractiveness OF the
monthly meetings. DR.. Rice was largely
instrumental in hayisg Calvary Baptist
Church put into operation the plan OF US
ing individual Communion cups during the
celebration Of the Lords supper AT the
April meeting Of the church he was hon
ored by having a trusteeship conferred
upon him. DIT. Rice is a graduate of Co
lumbar University medical department.
and a member OF Webster Lcige, Knights
Of Pythias.
George f. Hehbard. treasurer OF the
club. was born at Rockville, Nd, on De-
cember Z. 1873 he has been actively
identified with the class fer a number Of
years, his capable handling Of the finances
Of the organization resulting in his re-
election 10 the treasurership for several
terms. He has held various Offices in the
different societies Of the church. the major
portion Of the time being devoted to look
ing after their financial interests.
Besides contributing TO the comfort of