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The Voice: 1901-1910

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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1903-11-02

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Wooster makes arrangements for an annual debate contest with Washington and Jefferson College. The Irving and Athenaean literary societies put on the classic play Damon and Pythias. An article details a train accident which killed sixteen people. The train was carrying one thousand student passengers, including the Purdue football team. Additionally, Wooster the experiences a small earthquake.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1903-11-09

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A Wooster man who was given the opportunity to interview President Theodore Roosevelt lectures at the City Opera House. Wooster holds an oratorical contest. The state convention of the Y.W.C.A. is held at Oberlin. Dr. Bennett gives a lecture on the subject of "liquid air and its properties". The Irving and Athenaean literary societies choose debaters for the preliminary W.J. debate contest. Additionally, this issue details the plans for the 1904 summer Olympics in St. Louis, Missouri.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1903-11-16

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"Value of Declamations and Public Readings," talks about Dr. W. Z. Bennett discussing some features of the Literary Society Work. In "Senior Basket Ball Team," senior Edwin Meese was elected manager of the Senior Basket Ball Team. "Wooster Victorious," is about Wooster defeating Kenyon in a intense football game. In "Base Ball Manager," C. H. Bailey was chosen to manage the track team and E. W. Meese was elected to manage the base ball team.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1903-11-23

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The edition details a recital given by teachers in the Conservatory of Music at Memorial Chapel. Miss Charlotte Black, holds a party for the Wooster class of 1905 in West Bloomington. Wooster's Dr. Scovel presides over a National Reform Association meeting. Additionally, 500 people assemble to watch the Wooster baseball team play their last game of the season.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1903-11-30

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This edition focuses primarily on the college's football team, as the season comes to an end. The Voice predicts that football team captain, Robert Abbey, will lead Wooster to victory. This issue includes a statement made by President Remp of the Athletic Association. An article details the successful football season Wooster had in 1890.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1903-12-07

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The Wooster City Opera house holds the annual oratorical contest. Senior and member of Irving literary society, Florien Frazier, represents the college as a debater in the state contest. The issue includes a review of Damon and Pythias by John Banim. Additionally, Wooster alumnus, D.J. Fleming, publishes an article on student life in India for a Chicago paper.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1903-12-14

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"Montaville Flowers," is about Mr. Flowers appearing in the play adaption of The Merchant of Venice. In "Hoover Cottage," the women of Hoover Cottage hosted a Christmas party. "Carnegie," talks about the conditions of the endowment fund and how it should be taken up by the Church in Ohio. In "The Messiah," the Handel's great oratorio sung at the chapel. "Wooster Volunteers," is a feature about various students doing volunteer work.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1902-09-20

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"Wooster Begins New Year of Work," President Holden addresses the campus for the new year. "The Choosing of a Profession," a feature to help incoming students to pick their future career. "Reception at Dr. Holdens," a social gathering at the home of the president takes place. "Artist's Recital Course," talks about the course that will be offered and the many artists that have been apart of it.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1902-09-27

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"Freshmen and Sophomores Engage in Rush over a Flag - Sophs Make Future Attempts to Bill the Town," Sophomores and Freshmen battle to put their flag on top of oak tree. "The Choosing of a Profession," President Holden addresses the incoming class. "The Athletic Meeting," the first athletic meeting of the year took place. "Rooster," features all of the staff of 1902-1903. "Hoover Cottage," increase of new girls in the dormitory and they plan to rent a piano.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1902-10-04

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The edition begins with an ode to the moon by Edwin B.Townsend, class of 1904. Detailed is the death of Mrs. Mary H. Severance, mother of Louis Henry Severance. Additionally, the issue includes a story called "Digging with Diggers" by "One Who Digged." The winners of the class elections are announced. Furthermore, this edition also describes two accounts of students causing chaos at other universities.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1902-10-11

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One writer describes the comedic story of a woman who was sent to the hospital on the presumption of having swallowed her false teeth, only to have her husband find them in bed. This edition continues the story "Digging with Diggers" by "One Who Digged" with the 3rd installment. There is also a continuation on the death of Mary Helen Severance, mother of Louis Henry Severance. The article reflects on her life and contributions to the college. On the 1st and 2nd pages of the paper there are 2 small sections missing that have been cut out.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1902-10-18

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The edition begins with a piece by R.R. Johnson, class of 1902, entitled "Revolution." The piece discusses politics and society. There is an article discussing the increased interest and attendance in college. Additionally, the issues highlights organizations such as the Y.W.C.A., the Oratorio Chorus, and the literary societies.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1902-10-25

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This edition begins with an advertisement for the Young Women's Christian Associations of Ohio's 18th annual convention, taking place at the College of Wooster. The article promotes an opening sermon from Reverend Charles Aubrey Eaton for the event. The issue recaps a speech by American Author, Robert Elliott Speer, on "God's Plan in Men's Lives."
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1902-11-01

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Henry Lee Dean writes a piece called "Supposed Speech of Gaius Gracchus." "Literary Societies," various events occurring in each society include new members being inducted, preparations for All Saints Day, and new officers being inducted. "Plea For Posterity," Prof. John B. Demotte speaks on the problem of heredity. "Boom Wooster," a feature on how students should show their love for Wooster with the motto Boom Wooster. "Beautiful Flowers," the Young Ladies of Hoover Cottage Receive Bouquets of Chrysanthemums from Rev. Henry A. Nelson of Bloomington. "Flaunting Pig," the Freshman put up a red pig on a flag pole as a message to the sophomore class in a battle of capture the flag. "Grace Palmer," Miss Grace Palmer who took music lessons on campus has passed away.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1902-11-08

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"Prayer in the Aeneid," J.R Lehmann writes about the Aeneid and the different types of prayers. "Wooster First Governor," Wooster graduate John T. Morrison becomes the governor of Idaho. "Cowels Concert Company - An Excellent Entertainment Given Before a Large and Appreciative Audience," America's greatest basso came to perform at the Opera House. "Plans for Dedication," work on various buildings are almost complete in time for dedication on the anniversary of the burning of the old building.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1902-11-15

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"Pen Pictures from a Reporter's Note Book," a feature on Mr. James Bangs Jr who was a plumber. "Somewhere," a poem by George J. Thomas. "National Reform Association," Dr. Scovel goes to conference on the National Reform Association. "Thomas McClary - A Humorous and Instructive Lecture on the Value of Mirth and Cheerfulness," people attend Rev. McClary's popular lecture on the 'Mission of Mirth.' "New Buildings Named," Executive Committee of the Board of Trustees met and names the new buildings.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1902-11-22

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"Two Capitols," A feature on the capital of Albany. "Missionary Training School at Wooster," General Assembly's meeting proposed a training school for people who want to enter missionary service. "Wooster's Cause for Thanksgiving," talks about the blessings of Wooster. "Great Game - In A Hard Fought Battle Wooster Ties with Denison 6-6," a play by play on football. "Sophomore Social - Class of '05 Enjoys a Pleasant Evening at the Home of Miss Warren," a class social was being hosted at the home of Miss Warren.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1902-11-29

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This edition begins with a detailing of the dedication ceremony for the new campus buildings, including the order of event. Additionally, there is an article directed at orators about the annual preliminary contest of the Oratorical Association. "Labor and Capital - The Subject Treated in an Interesting Lecture by Eugene V. Debs," Mr. Debs' lecture about 'American Capital and American Labor.'
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1902-12-06

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"A Fine Record - The Football Team Wins Honors For Wooster," a feature on football season at Wooster including article about the captain and the financial report. "The Men Who Fought for Wooster," shows the roster for the members of the football team. "Summary of Touchdowns," and "Summary of Yards Gained During the Whole Season," feature the statistics of the games. "Grand Concert," Dedication Day will include a performance from the Oratorio Chorus.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1902-12-13

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This edition focuses on the opening and dedications of five new buildings to the Wooster Campus. The first page of the paper details the fire of 1901 that claimed the main building of the university. There is a full campus sketch of the college in 1902. Additionally, the issue includes photographs of the newly built Kauke Hall, Taylor Hall, Severance Hall, Scovel Hall, and Frick Library. As well as two photos of Memorial Chapel.