Norwich bulletin., 1909-06-22

proceeded as fast as they could and had made a beginning, at least, as tne students could testify. The past 1eW weeks had shown proof of business in that direction and a place for the new building found, if the building funds subscribed for this, more than two-t thirds had come from the alumni: The trustees felt that the time had come when they could not, continue with self-respect in the old building if they were to maintain the high rank and enviable reputation or the school The length of time and in- crease in classes made more room and better appliances necessary. The olo building, though liberal for its time, had reached the limit of its useful ness. The hard times delayed the building little and they are even now starting in without enough money to pay for the new. They did not dare defer any longer, however, to provide better sanitary conditions, and up to date appliances. The new building will provide for 500 pupils and will especially provide for added room in natural science and commercial lines. It will be a comfortable and whole some place for teachers and pupils Those who regret the old will learn to love the new more heartily, which will be credit to all and will hand down the name of N. F. A with fresh
 $52,ooo Raised.
 Frank J Leavens, treasurer of the board spoke on the financial side of the matter. He said he had had hobby for several years, without being aware of the fact. His hobby is the new building. Fifty-two thousand dollars has been raised by 101 per sons-85 per cent. of this from the alumni. This is only about half enough The old building had been enlarged to it's last thread, there must money for 1t. He told the story of the sky pilot in the western mining town and said that although he wasn't go- ing around with hat and gun in either hand, he was going to say Chip in.'' and he also advised the company to bring their men folks next year,
 President Leavenworth of the class of 1909 was called upon and re- spopded gracefully with a few words
 Principal TirreII Speaks.
 Principal Henry A. Tirrell was the last speaker. He said the new build ing planned for 509 students but would hold 500 or 900 if crowded as the old one has been.
 The last few weeks have been foretaste of next fall before the new building is finished and when classes must meet in Slater Memorial and Manual Training. Methods of teach ing change, but two principles of it do not-watch the needs of the indi- vidual and lead him to make the most of himself. Better accommodations will always aid in this. He says the teachers find this alumni meeting the most cheerful one they attend in the year. They find here results of their work which encourage them.
 The hard thing in teaching is the monotony and the hopelessness. Often it seems an complication of the re- suit when "an irresistible force meets an inmovable body" He praised the fine corps of teachers and mentioned the few changes off next year. Miss Gertrude Hough returns to the Art de- partment Miss Kate Morse of the same has a years leave of absence and Mrs. Guy Warner Eastman and Miss Faith R. Leavens will continue her work. Raymond Congdon leaves this year to go into business, and M. l.. Aultman of Cincinnati, a graduate of Wesleyan, will take his place Miss Curtis leaves for a position with the George Junior Republic. The next year pIoINises prosperity in spite of inconvenieAce.
 Refreshments and Dancing.
 After the meeting refreshments were served by the committee, Mrs. Frank w. Browning. Mrs. Elizabeth B. Da- wis and Guy B. Dolbeare.
 The Harmony club furnished music for dancing, which was enjoyed later in the evening.