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 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-
stion which his Judgment led him to be-
lieve he should occupy. This wish has
been gratified 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 Glass 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 II; to increase the mutual acquaiut-
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, in 1868. Mr.. Barnhart's ability
was early recognized by his classmates.
self place among the leaders. His ad-
ministration Of affairs has resulted in
great prosperity accruins to the organiza-
tion during MS occupancy of the executive
office. Mr. Barnhart is an employe Of the
Government Printing Office having been
appointed to position in the Fourth Divi-
sion in 1925.
George Gordon seibold. the First Vice
President OF the Vaughn Glass Club is a
o. HDa
born in this city on January
16, 1865. He has been an active
worker for the advancement OF the
interests of the organization ever since
he became associated with il, which was a
little over year after it was founded, and
has served in various official capacities
Mr. Seibold has recently been selected as
a trustee of Calvary, OF which congrega-
ton he has been a member for over ten
years. He is a member of Columbia Typo
graphical Union, 10l, being connected with
the business committee of that body. Two
years ago he was elected a delegate 10
represent the Ua:on at the International
Convention, held al Syracuse.
Dr. Eugene c. Rice. the present secre-
tary of the Class and Club. who also had
the honor of being the first scholar enroll
ed by Mr.. Vaughn in 1883. is a native of
the Empire State. He was born in New
York city in 1867. DR.. Rice is ever on the
alert for anything that might prove bene-
icial to the class. and it was due to 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 having 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 hoL-
ored by having a trusteeship conferred
upon him. DR.. Rice is a graduate 81 20 |
lumbar University medical department,
and a member OF Webster Ledge, Knights |
of Pythias.
George e. Hebbard, treasurer OF the |
club. was born at Rockville, Nd, or 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 TO 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 |