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The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-06-17

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"Another College Year Closes," details the 39th annual Commencement ceremony, from the schedule, to a recap of the year. In "Conservatory Commencement," and "Large Class Graduates From The Academy," feature the graduates from the Conservatory and the Preparatory Department. "Dixie," is a review of the play of the same name. Under Athletics a description of the last baseball game of the year, and a picture of the baseball team on the last page are featured. In "A Brilliant Success 'Rose Maiden''" a review of a chorus concert is highlighted. "11th Hour Discovery," is about valedictorian student Miss Idonia F. Bell and how she was omitted from the program page one. In "Where Our Seniors Go," it features what the seniors will be doing next after graduation.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-09-22

Wooster Voice Editors

This edition of the Wooster Voice begins with an announcement about Dr. Cook. On April 21st, 1908, Dr. Frederick Cook went to the North Pole and planted an American flag in the soil there. After this announcement, there is a poem by Waldo H. Dunn on the subject of planting a flag in a polar environment. The opening article for this issue depicts the convocation of 1909 and the introduction to the class of 1913. An article discussing the new football coach follows on the pages after. The issue ends with advertisements for a number of local businesses.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-09-29

Wooster Voice Editors

This issue of the Wooster Voice begins with an extensive list of "Personals," or personal announcements, regarding students from the class of 1909 (seniors) and 1908 (recently graduated). These announcements are, in majority, on the subject of what these students will be doing/are doing in their year after graduating from the institution. Next, there is information regarding athletics and the different events around campus. Finally, the issue ends with a number of advertisements from local businesses.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-09-29

Wooster Voice Editors

This is the first issue of the Wooster Voice 1909-10. "Rules of the Pan-Hellenic Association of Sororities," is a featured list of rules for possible incoming members. In "Class Elections," the elected seniors, sophomores, juniors, and seniors are highlighted. "Personals," are updates on the class of 1908 and 1909. In "The Volunteer Band," invites students to open meetings of the World's Student Volunteer Movement. The last few pages features the names of either students or staff.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-10-06

Wooster Voice Editors

This issue details the Peace Association meeting, a pre-WWI movement seeking to end wars and a pet project of Dr. Scovel. It also contains advertising articles for the debate team as well as the Forensics team. The Wayne County Fair is also discussed at length, and Alumni updates are presented. Wooster's first football game of the season. There is also a corrective article to the article "Rough House" appearing in the previous issue.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-10-13

Wooster Voice Editors

This issue features the first meeting of the year for the Conservatory Association , an article advertising the virtues of the Debate team and appealing to the freshmen to join, an address by Dr. Scovel, and a series of bullets on the lives and accomplishments of various Wooster Alumni, with a focus on those alumni who became reverends.There is also a satire detailing a visit to the football practice by the Greek philosopher Aristotle who compares the sport and practice to those of his own day. Page 7 features an amusingly outdated advertisement for a cutting edge type of tire.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-10-20

Wooster Voice Editors

"The Volunteer Conference," details an upcoming meeting of The Volunteer Conference of Northern Ohio. In "Echoes From Synod," President Holden makes announcement in Synod about raising money. "High School Dedication," Wooster city high school was opened with a dedication ceremony. In "Hark: A Woman Writes: Make Matches New Way," contains a feminist condemnation of the "match" system. "Glee Club Notice," is about the reorganization of the Male Glee Club.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-10-27

Wooster Voice Editors

This issue features a review of Nordica, a musician, a call for Christian missionaries in short service in study abroad programs, a report on the parties of Wooster, alumni updates and an obituary, a heavily detailed description of a football game between Wooster and Heidelberg, a piece arguing against local voting practices, and a description of the University of Pennsylvania's problems and attempted solution for declining church attendance. Page 5 features an advertisement for an upcoming concert in Wooster of a band with 60 members, and features the photos of the two managers of the Ellery Band. The debate team held a debate over the statement, "Resolved: That corporal punishment is a greater factor in a school than love." with the affirmative side winning.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-11-03

Wooster Voice Editors

This issue details the Mason-Dixon line and the question of segregation, black-white relations, and social roles. The author argues that segregation is just, arguing: "Although he [the "black man" in general] may never aspire to social or political equality he may yet gain and retain the respect of the southern people." Additional topics discussed within include a report on football games, and discussion of Greek parties.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-11-10

Wooster Voice Editors

"Peace Items," is about the peace movement meeting in Germany. In "Conservatory Association," the list of upcoming concerts are featured. "Week of Prayer Begins," is about the first meetings of the Week of Prayer. News updates on alumni are also seen, a football match between Denison and Wooster. Meetings of the YMCA and YWCA are also reported on. Page 8 features a joke section, one of which is in German. "Coming," is about the upcoming preliminary oratorical contest.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-11-17

Wooster Voice Editors

This is the 1909-11-17 edition of the Wooster Voice. "The Flip Of A Coin," is a feature written for a short-story class by Helen Kinney. In "Progress In Arbitration," a news update on border demarcations around the world is featured. "Mrs. Lyman C. Knight, Wife of College Professor, Dies at Hospital," is about Professor Knight's wife passing away. Under Athletics, scores from various games are featured. From page seven onward, the pages are full of advertisements.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-11-24

Wooster Voice Editors

"Lecture Course Opening," is about the opening of the University's Lecture-Concert Course and how it began with a piano lecture recital from Edward Baxter Perry of Boston. The football report talks about Wooster losing to Kenyon that also features a fully detailed report of the game. "Wooster Man In Politics," is about Wooster Alum, Mr. Paul Pathe Jr being elected Mayor of the town of New Bethany, Ohio. The last 3 pages consist exclusively of advertisements in this issue.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-12-01

Wooster Voice Editors

"From The Mouth Of The Pit," is a featured short story by Richard Douglass. In "News Items," a small minor news bulletin is featured. "Pres. Holden Gives A Pointed Talk On Profanity," is about a lecture given by Dr. Holden warning against profanity. "Where?" is another short story written by Begs Magee. In "Patriotism," the influence of Christianity and its domination of campus life is discussed.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-12-08

Wooster Voice Editors

"Oratorical Contest," features the winner of an oratorical contest, Walter Peck, and his photograph on the front page. In "Panama Picture And Prose," a review of a lecture about Panama is featured. "Volunteer Band," is about a visiting pastor and how he details his missionary activities in Siam (Thailand) and Laos. In "Battle of Giants," a play by play of the football game between Alpha Taus and the Sigs is highlighted. "Betas Quarantined," is about the Beta fraternity being quarantined due to a case of diphtheria.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1909-12-15

Wooster Voice Editors

"$100. Where?" details the price of basketball suits for the student players. In "The Churches and the Peace Movement," it discusses the churches involvement with the peace movement. The edition includes discussion of various holiday events taking place around Wooster. "Interclass Games," features all the games that occurred between the students. The Wooster Voice wishes all its readers a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Page 8 and downward, the pages are full of advertisements.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1908-01-15

Wooster Voice Editors

The first page of this newspaper includes a letter written by Sylvester F. Scovel, President of the college. The letter is titled, "The Student Movement for Peace," and it discusses the subject of world diplomacy. The letter was written by Dr. Scovel while he was in Berlin in December. This issue also includes a page of campus notes, with information about the "Leap Year Party" that was organized for students. Later in the paper, there is an article about the holiday trip that the basketball team made through Northern Ohio. The issue ends with local advertisements.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1908-01-22

Wooster Voice Editors

The first page of this newspaper includes an article written by J. Lawrence Erb about the Sherwood-Marcosson recital. "Minstrel Show," is about a date being set for the Fourth Biennial Minstrel Show. In "Forced to Leave School," athletic editor of the Voice D. Miller Colwell, '09 leaves school due to his health. "The Student Movement for Peace," is a continued letter from the last issue by Dr. S. F. Scovel. In "Examinations," a written piece on mid-year examinations is featured. The issue ends with a number of local advertisements.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1908-02-05

Wooster Voice Editors

"Some Interesting Alumni Notes," is about the Butler Wooster Alumni Banquet. In "What is the Wooster Spirit?"a written piece is featured about the Wooster Spirit. "The Student Movement for Peace," is the continuation of Dr. S. F. Scovel from the last article. After these articles, a page dedicated to campus notes. In "The Oratorical Contest," Wooster will be hosting the State Oratorical Contest. Lastly a number of local advertisements are featured.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1908-02-12

Wooster Voice Editors

"A Looking Glass Joke." is a written feature by a Class of '08 student. In "Annual Elections," the most important elections of the college year will be held. "Snap Shots of College Life From a Girl's View Point," is a written piece that views college life from a girl's view point, it also features a section called A Pointer For The Boys that provides etiquette advice for male students at Wooster. In "$100,000 Needed For Endowment," trustees of the university held a meeting about the endowment fund.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1908-02-19

Wooster Voice Editors

"Hiram Wins Contest," the results of the Oratorical Association contest are announced; Hiram received first place and Wooster received to second place. In "Peace Movement Discussed," a meeting was held to discuss the peace movement. "Oblivion," is a featured poem written by Harvey Carson Grumbine. In "Fraternity Convention," the annual convention of Section 7 of Phi Gamma Delta Fraternity was held in Pittsburgh. "Candy Sale," is about the candy sale hosted by the Y. W. C. A.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1908-02-26

Wooster Voice Editors

The first page of this newspaper includes a small excerpt that announces an alumni donation of $25,000 to the college's endowment. There is also a wedding announcement for W. C. Campbell and Miss Hoelzel on the first page. On the "Campus Notes" page, there is information on the Alpha Tau Party. The "Athletics" page includes more information on athletic events on campus. The paper ends with a number of advertisements for local businesses.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1908-03-04

Wooster Voice Editors

"An Interesting Letter," is a featured letter written by a student on the subject of the Philippines. In "Peace Movement Association Founded," Dr. Scovel works to get the Peace Movement Association founded. "Kappa Dinner," and "Phi Gam Dinner," are about the dinners held by Greek life. In "Peace Association Oratorical Contest," the executive committee of the new Peace Association has created the rules for the oratorical contest. The edition ends with a number of advertisements.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1908-03-11

Wooster Voice Editors

This edition of The Wooster Voice includes an article on the magical recital given by the Philharmonic String Quartette of Cleveland the previous night. It includes details on the musicians, as well as a lengthy description of the highlights of the concert before including its complete program. Another article discusses the upcoming Spring Concert by the Oratorio Chorus to be held at the Memorial Chapel on March 24th. This edition also includes the concluding piece of an article titled An Interesting Letter, The Philippines, carried forth from the previous issue. Another article describes a meeting held by the Conservatory Association the previous week during which a pianoforte recital was given by an alum from the class of 1906. The focus of the Editorial in this edition is on the Wooster Athletic Department, specifically celebrating the State Basketball Championship acquired by the college’s basketball theme. Another article titled Victory and Spirit, discusses the difference in approaches taken by realists and idealists in an effort to encourage the student body to remain positive and in high spirits, even following a loss.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1908-03-18

Wooster Voice Editors

This edition of The Wooster Voice includes a lengthy description of the Fourth Biennial Minstrel Show. The article includes the program of events and describes the highlights of each performance in great detail. The section dedicated to Campus Notes includes articles highlighting past events, as well as articles informing the student body of upcoming activities. The Annual pi roast hosted by the members and alumni of Phi Gamma Delta was described in one of the pieces under this section, while another article honors a Wooster alumnus, the representative from Delaware, who received high praise from the representative from Cleveland. Additionally, the editorial includes a highly motivational piece regarding the endowment fund in an attempt to rally the student body behind this cause.
The Wooster Voice (Wooster, Ohio), 1908-03-25

Wooster Voice Editors

This edition of the newspaper includes an article describing the highlights of an organ recital given by Edwin H. Lemare of London, England as a part of the Lecture Course Entertainment program. The article describes Lemare’s mastery in great detail, including information on his techniques before presenting the concert program at the end of the piece for those who were unfortunate enough to miss his recital. The section dedicated to Campus Notes includes articles highlighting past events, as well as articles informing the student body of upcoming social and noteworthy events. The Sigma Chi’s mid-winter term party is described in one of the articles, while another article details the high points of the senior masquerade party held in Kauke Hall earlier in the week. The editorial includes a piece discussing the upcoming intercollegiate debate against W.U.P., while another piece provides information on the new additions to the university library.