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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1910-11-09

Wooster Voice Editors

This is the of the student run newspaper was published on November 9 of 1910. "$100,000 From Mrs. John S. Kennedy," is about how Mrs. John S Kennedy donated $100,000 for a new men's dormitory to be known as Kenarden Lodge. In "Dr. Schauffler's Lectures," details a series of Bible lectures. "Dr. Grumbine Recognized," is about Professor Grumbine giving a lecture to the Modern Language Association. The "News Items" are on the first page, giving updates about students and faculty. Page two details the football game between Wooster and Mt. Union. Page eight, "The Alumni Page," gives updates about some of the alumni.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1910-11-16

Wooster Voice Editors

This issue details the World's Conferences and Christian moral responsibility on page one and three. There are highlights of varsity sport wins for the college. Additionally, there is a work of short fiction on the first page titled "The Icicle." A photo of the Old Gymnasium is featured on the first page. The News Items for this week include visitors, those who are away, and how people spent the weekend. The Wooster vs Denison football game is detailed on the second page, the score of the game was 0-0. Alumni updates are discussed on the sixth page.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1910-11-23

Wooster Voice Editors

This issue begins by detailing an archaeological trip to Greece carried out by four Classical Studies Professors. There is a recap of the Oratorical Contest and discussion of a lecture series on Christian Science. Page two is dedicated to the recent football game against Wesleyan. A reflection of last week's Week of Prayer is on the fifth page. Page six is dedicated to alumni updates. Notes from Holden Hall can be found on page seven. Many corners and edges of the newspaper are ripped or missing.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1910-11-30

Wooster Voice Editors

The edition starts with a philosophical discussion on what knowledge is. There is a detailing of the health and illness of Dr. Sylvester F. Scovel. Additionally, the issue touches on college endowments, where Dr. Holden has just recently secured $57,000 to go towards it. Some of the News Items for the week include where certain people spent Thanksgiving, Frank Collins is the man who talks on the phone to the most girls, and who visited Wooster the past weekend. Page six is dedicated to alumni updates. Holden Hall and Hoover Cottage happenings are detailed on page seven.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1910-12-06

Wooster Voice Editors

This issue of the Wooster Voice published after the death of Dr. Sylvester F. Scovel, a notable Wooster alumnus for whom several buildings on campus are named. He also served as president of the college from 1883 to 1899. The edition pays tribute to the life of Dr. Scovel and includes various messages from members of the Wooster community. Monumental moments of Dr. Scovel's life are detailed.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1910-12-13

Wooster Voice Editors

This edition starts off with introductions to the 1910 Wooster Football team, with short bios of the squad members. A column on the first page describes recent local events in Wooster including the Peace Program meeting. An advertisement on the second page is for the University Book Pen Exchange. Below that advertisement is a list of gift ideas for men and boys. There is a football review and other football events highlighted. Additionally, the issue discusses upcoming Christmas festivities.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-01-12

Wooster Voice Editors

This issue details Wooster's representation at the meeting of the Ohio College Association, a review of the book: Individual Training in our Colleges and a report on a musical conservatory and an upcoming public performance. The report on the Ohio College Associations features an analysis of Shakespeare's Comedies by Dr. H. C. Grumbine, head of the English department of Wooster at that time, and a report on the progress made in Ohio for a set of regulations adopted by the Ohio College Association. Page 6 features an interesting basketball logo for its report.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-01-19

Wooster Voice Editors

This issue features a review of the musical ensemble The Mendelssohn Trio of Pittsburgh, and their performance at a Wooster Concert. this issue also contains several news bulletins about upcoming Greek events, and the University Peace Movement lecture being held at the chapel with a speech given by Dr. Scovel called American's Place and Power in the Peace Movement. Page 10 features an unusual advertisement using white writing on a black background, a technical challenge at the time.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-01-26

Wooster Voice Editors

This issue details a report on the implementation of a formal Honor System in exams at Wooster after a vote of the Student Government, as well as a review of a musical performance. The Young Men's Christian Association had a visiting lecturer describe missionary work in China. Page 8 also features an advertisement for a steam engine and hydraulic company.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-02-03

Wooster Voice Editors

One author argues against the effort to change the University of Wooster's title to the College of Wooster. One author thanks Professor Erb for a skillful organ recital. The trustees meet to discuss new rules regulating fraternities and to appoint a new athletic director. One author comments on the usefulness of the library, recalling a time when he witnessed a romance begin there. The date for the Preliminary Oratorical Contest is announced.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-02-10

Wooster Voice Editors

The beginning of this issue features a poem and several short pieces dedicated to the memory of Abraham Lincoln. "A Most Pleasing Entertainment," is a report on the performance of orator Katharine Ridgeway. In "The Preliminary Oratorical Contest," the schedule for the contest is featured. "Holden-Hoover Part," is about how Holden Hall entertained Hoover Cottage at a winter picnic. In "Woosterites Meet," former Wooster students hosted a smoker at the University Club of Cleveland.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-02-17

Wooster Voice Editors

This is the 1909-02-17 edition of the Wooster Voice. "A Real Entertainment," is a review of the performance of Richard III by Mr. Southwick. In "Oratorical Contest," the events that occurred at the oration contest is revealed. "The Sigs Entertain," and "The Alpha Tau Party," are two articles about fraternity parties. At The Academy includes various pieces about Abraham Lincoln including "To Abraham Lincoln," a featured poem written by Professor Waldo Dunn. "Faust," is about the play that was selected where Mr. John Griffith will appear in that season.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-02-24

Wooster Voice Editors

This is the 1909-02-24 edition of the Wooster Voice. "Girl's Glee Club Concert," is about the most successful concert the girls glee club has had. In "Junior Picnic," the juniors held a summer party in the gymnasium. "Track Athletics," is about Wooster's permanent transition into the world of track. In "Congressional Club," the congressional club met to talk about Abraham Lincoln. "Reserve Outclassed," is a play by play of the Wooster's softball game against Western Reserve University that ended in victory.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-03-03

Wooster Voice Editors

This is the 1909-03-03 edition of the Wooster Voice. "A Wooster Banquet," is about the second annual banquet of the Wooster University Alumni Association of Butler, Pennsylvania. In "Senior Colonial Party," the senior girls of Hoover Cottage hosted a party. "Theta Party," and "Kappas Entertain," are about parties hosted by Greek life. In "The Philippine Constabulary Band," a written feature about about a Filipino band.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-03-10

Wooster Voice Editors

"A Practical Sermon By. Dr. J. G. K. McClure of McCormick," is about a sermon called the Preparedness for the Moral Crises. In "Wooster-Denison Debate," the upcoming debate between the two schools will be held on a Thursday. "Peace Contest," is about the second annual Peace Oratorical Contest that will be held. In "Request," a feature about sportsmanlike behavior is written. "Frail Co-Eds of the University of Wooster," contains a rather sexist diatribe against the women of Wooster.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-03-17

Wooster Voice Editors

This is the 1909-03-17 edition of the Wooster Voice. "Music Hath Charms," is an article extolling the virtues of music. In "The Honor System," the critique of the honor system being used for what was then mandatory Sunday church attendance. "Holden Hall Function," is about the Holden Hall girls hosting a party. In "A Reply," is the Voice replying to an attack of dyspepsia on a writer. "From the Other Side," is a written response to the last article of the frailties of co-ed. The editorial on page 4 features a pre-Nazi use of the Swastika as a border ornamentation.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-03-24

Wooster Voice Editors

"All-State Basketball Team" is a report of the season on the all state team which includes statistics, notes and more. Under Communication it contains a simmering dispute between male-female students over a previous article published by a co-ed critiquing. In "Peace Contest," the large of snow did not deter people from attending the Peace Oratorical contest. "Kappas Entertain," is about Beta Gamma Chapter of Kappa Kappa Gamma entertaining a dinner at the home Lucy Kinney.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-04-14

Wooster Voice Editors

This issue features an annual report of activities and accomplishments of the Young Men's Christian Association, several pieces extolling the virtuousness of Christianity, and a letter from Dr. Sylvester Scovel about an upcoming Peace Movement Conference. An advertisement for Webster's dictionary appears on page 10.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-04-21

Wooster Voice Editors

This issue features a report on an oratory contest, the Ohio Oratorical Peace Contest, including the details and reviews of several of the performances, local news, and baseball reports. The Young Men's Christian Association had a guest lecturer, G W Fulton, who gave a speech on missionary activity in Japan. Advertisements for graduate schools appear on page 5.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-04-28

Wooster Voice Editors

"School for Scandal," is a detailed review of the play School for Scandal with an all female cast. In "Inter-Class Track Meet," the events that transpired at the track meet are highlighted. "The End of the Feud," is a featured story of the edition. The Young Men's Christian Association had a guest lecture by President C. S. Gee discussing morality and proper behavior. "Employment Bureau," is about a new department organized by Y. M. C. A. which helps hire students. An interesting advertisement for corsets appears on page 9.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-05-05

Wooster Voice Editors

This issue details an in depth favorable review of the play put on by an all female cast: "Tom Pinch," and an oratorical contest between Allegheny and Wooster. This edition also features a discussion between the biology department and the philosophy department in which the biology department convinced the philosophy department that robins can think because two nests were placed in symmetrical positions on buildings in an aesthetic manner. There is an advertisement for the Philharmonic Orchestra on page 11.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-05-12

Wooster Voice Editors

"Wooster Still Winning," details Wooster's victory over the University of Pittsburgh for the fourth successive year. Under Athletics, stats from various sports are featured. "Voice Election," is about the Voice Board of Control electing who will have charge of the paper next year. In "Graduation," the first graduating recital was given. "Death of Theodore D. Kirkpatrick," is about Alpha Lambda Chapter of Beta Theta Pi mourning the death of Mr. Kirkpatrick. Page 7 features a photograph in an advertisement for Starling-Ohio Medical School.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-05-19

Wooster Voice Editors

"A Grad Success," details the second annual celebration of Color Day, an annual graduation celebration at Wooster. In "Denison Debate," a debate between Wooster and Denison is described with Denison as the victor. "Dresden Orchestra," is a the written review of a great performance given by the Dresden Orchestra. In "Oratorical Contest," representatives from four colleges competed for oratorical honors. Page 6 features an ad for people interested in laboratory work and table tops to come look at the Alberene Stone Company.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-05-26

Wooster Voice Editors

"Post-Graduate Recital," details the order of recitals that will be performing on Wednesday. In "Freshman-Junior Banquet," and "Pan-Hellenic Banquet," both talk about the events that transpired during each banquet. "Lawn Party," is about Lawrence and Lera Avison entertaining the Sigma Chis and friends at a lawn party. In "The Blues," a written poem by Dr. Grumbine is featured. There is an advertisement for a steam engine company on page 7.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-06-02

Wooster Voice Editors

This is the 1909-06-02 edition of the Wooster Voice. This issue is missing its first page. The articles in it detail campus elections, Greek events, and local items. The paper also advertises an upcoming party thrown by Dr. Scovel. On the final page, there is a photo of the graduating senior class.