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Interesting Facts Concerning
The Fall Registration.
This year, more than ever before, we have a splendid
opportunity to qualify as “A Small Christian College.”
According to enrollment statistics there are approximate
ly 200 men registered at Morehouse to date. Of this
number. 60 compose the freshman class; 42 the sopho
more class; 52 the junior class, and 41 the senior class;
allowing 5 for unclassified students.
The size of the freshman class is indicative of the
current interest in higher education, while the size of
the upper classes suggests a determination to continue
and qualify for the Bachelor’s degree. We might also
note the fact that several former students who have been
out working during the past year have found it possible
to return and pursue their courses.
T ere are several men enrolled as advanced students
from other schools. The graduate students (male) in
residence at Atlanta University are being housed tem-
porar Iv in Graves Hall. Although, at registration, sev
eral or familiar faces presented themselves on the camp
us, no,/ everyone is well acquainted and the campus
has assumed its usual tempo.
In spite of the fact that the student body is some
what smaller in number, all evidence points to a stu
dent body of high calibre and unusual talent.
A Bigger And Better Morehouse.
I might add, “A more beautiful Morehouse”, for it
is quite true that with the construction and landscaping
now underway on and about our campus, every thing
points toward that end.
It was only last spring that the doors of the magni-
ficient and well-appointed Atlanta University Library were
opened to the students of Atlanta. Today, with the
fall term well under way, we find the reading, refer
ence, and periodical rooms being put to great use by
the combined student bodies of Atlanta University, Spel-
rnan, Morehouse, Morris Brown, and Atlanta School
of Social Work with an occasional visitor from Clark
to say nothing of the many city folk who avail them
selves of the splendid opportunity.
Quarles Hall has been moved to the corner of Henry
Street and Columbus Avenue, where it now houses the
Atlanta School of Social Work. This historic old build
ing has been completely renovated and now presents
a facade perhaps more in keeping with architectural
trends, but none dearer in the hearts and minds of More
house’s sons.
LIpon the site formerly occupied by the now historic
Quarles Hall has arisen the New University Administra
tion Building which is rapidly nearing completion. In
this truly up-to-date structure will be housed the ad
ministrative offices of the three affiliated institutions,
Atlanta University, Morehouse, and Spelman Colleges.
Other than the fine arrangement of office space, there
are features of high aesthetic value about this building
such as the large dome which graces the roof and the
impressive columns which flank either entrance way.
Spacious dormitories for Atlanta University’s Gradu
ate Students are being rushed to completion on the east
side of Chestnut Street, between Beckwith and West Hun
ter Streets. These modern fireproof structures will un
doubtedly be the finest Negro College dormitories in
the South.
Under the skillful direction of experienced landscape
engineers, and I might add, with the helpful suggestions
of President John Hope, the Campus of Morehouse is
being re-arranged so as to furnish a lovely setting for
the new buildings.
These alterations in our physical plant with the paral
lel strengthening of our faculty point decidedly toward
The Better Morehouse of the Near Future. Beauty, al
though not a thing new to our already dignified campus,
will undoubtedly lend a predominating charm to More
house in the future.
Rev. Ashby Jones Speaks
At First Vesper Service.
At the first joint Vesper Services of the year, stu
dents of Morehouse, Spelman and Atlanta University
were priviledged to hear Rev. Ashby Jones, prominent
local divine. Rev. Jones in recalling the story of Adam
and Eve in the Garden of Eden, admonished us stu
dents to make the best of our present opportunities in
accord with our best judgment. Special music was fur
nished by Spelman-Morehouse Chorus under the direc
tion of Professor Harreld.
In Morehouse Chapel.
Convocation. Tuesday October 4, President Archer
introduced the speaker, Rev. Nabrit, who addressed the
student body on “Faith of the Fathers.” He brought out
very clearly the responsibility which every student of
Morehouse shares in holding up the spirit and tradi
tions of our beloved Alma Mater.
October 4, 6:30 P. M. Evening Services. President
Archer in rather informal fashion inaugurated a new
type of Tuesday evening service which should be of vital
interest to every thinking Morehouse man. His request
is that every one should come bringing with him his
various ideas and ideals so that in the wholesome Chris
tian fellowship of a brief evening’s worship we may
combine our efforts in seeking the true realization of
“life more abundant.”
October 6, Morning Service. Professor Bullock spoke
to the Student Body of the great field for service in
rural districts. His talk was quite suggestive and should
solve some bewildered student’s vocational problem.
The Tiger Roared.
A representative body of students filled the eastern
stands of the gymnasium Thursday night, October 7, at
seven o’clock, to indulge in a loud and lusty endorse
ment of our current gridiron activities. Speakers of
the evening were President S. H. Archer, Alumni Secre
tary M. H. Jackson, Coach Forbes, and Captain “Red”
Smith. Yells were led by the Old Reliable Andrew Lewis,
the ingenious “Nat” Harrison, and their protegy, Bell,
from Florida, who brings with him new songs, new
yells and plenty of pep.