1270 OF THE CLASS OF 1870 THE 123D GRADUATING CLASS College of New^ Jersey. f:rj^i^je?l h. fier,ce, iisr. n.. CLASS HIS TO JR I AX. MDCCCLXX. PUBLISHED BYSTELLE &;SMITH; Princkton, N. J. 1 FRESHMAN YEAR. CLASS OFFICERS. President. GRAFTON FOX. Secretary. WILLIAM R. REEVE. Treasurer, WILLIAM D. THOMAS. Historian, FRANK H. PIERCE. FIRST SESSION. ENTERED. CHARLES H. ASAY Columbus. JOHN G. BERGEN Petersburgh, 111. GLYNDON BROWN Washington, D. C. WILLIAM H. F. BUCK Baltimore, Md. JOHN M. CONRAD Pittsburgh, Pa JOHN CRAWFORD Newark, Del EDMUND DAVIS Milton, Pa MARCUS H. DOUGHERTY Omena, Mich. GRAFTON FOX Harrisburg, Pa, HENRY C. FREESE Trenton.^ WALTER GASTON SomerviUeo CHARLES L. GURLEY Washington, D. C. GEORGE H. HOOPER .Griggstown^ ANDREW E. HOOVER Washington, D. C. ALBERT W. HUSTED Galena, 111. JAMES M. JOHNSTON.., Washington D. C^ GEORGE M. KEASBEY... Newark. HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1870. GEORGE B. KINKEAD, Jr Lexington, Ky. JAMES E MILLIGAN Ikesburg, Pa. OLIVER B. NAGLE Milton, Pa. LEVI H. NISSLEY ^...Hummelstown Pa. THOMAS PARRY '.Beaver Dam, Wis. JOHN E. PATTERSON Harrisburg, Pa. THEODORE C. PATTERSON Philadelphia, Pa. JOHN E. PETERS Newark. FRANK H. PIERCE Hillsboro, N. H. THOMAS SWENK Milton, Pa. SAMUEL B. PRICE Branchville. THOMAS C. PROVOST Caldwell. FREDERICK S. RAWLINS Princeton. WILLIAM R. REEVE West Hampton, N. Y. GEORGE W. SAVAGE, Jr Brooklyn, N. Y. FRANK R. SCHELL Bedford, Pa- WILLIAM P. SCHELL Bedford, Pa. ASHER B. TEMPLE Princeton. WILLIAM D. THOMAS Glasgow, Scotland. FLETCHER A. VALENTINE Yonkers, N. Y. JOHN VAN VORST, Jr Jersey City. ISAAC H. WELLING Belvidere. ROBT. G. WILLIAMS Festiniog, Wales. SHORT A. WILLIS Houston, Texas. LEFT. JOHN G. BERGEN Petersburgh, 111. ISAAC H. WELLING Belvidere. GRAFTON FOX Harrisburg, Pa. SECOND SESSION, Class Officers. President, GEORGE H. HOOPER. Secretary, FRANK A. WARD. Treasurer, ROBERT G. WILLIAMS. Historian, FRANK H. PIERCE. ENTERED. CHARLES B. ALEXANDER New York City. THOMAS B. BROWN Washington, D. C. JAMES M. CROCKETT Troy, Tenn. WILLIAM B. GLEN Yadkin Co., N. C. CHARLES F. IMBRIE. ..._ Jersey City. HUGH G. KYLE Rogersville, East Tenn. ROBERT M. PETRIE Manchester. WILLIAM B. SPENCER Erie, Pa. THOMAS D. SUPLEE Wes Philadelphia, Pa. WYNANT VANDERPOOL Newark. FRANK A. WARD Rochester, N. Y. LEFT. GLYNDON BROWN Washington, D. C. JOHN M. CONRAD Pittsburg, Pa. HENRY C. FREESE Trenton. CHARLES L. GURLEY Washington, D. C. ANDREW E. HOOVER Washington, D. C. JAMES E. MILLIGAN Ikesburg, Pa. ROBERT M. PETRIE ■ Manchester. SAMUEL B. PRICE Branchville. WILLIAM R. REEVE West Hampton, N. Y. FLETCHER A. VALENTINE Yonkers, N. Y. FIRST SESSION. The first notes of the chapel bell on August 16th, 1866, came not unwelcomely to the ears of forty Freshmen, of dif- ferent sizes, forms and appearances. A thrill of" pleasura- ble emotion" shot through their souls, when on nearing this classic site, the long tapering spires, the shaded walks and the awe-inspiring appearance of the somewhat dilapi- dated town, told them that they were about to enter upon a new arena of life ; still dearer was the sensations to feel that the restraints of boyhood, and the Spartan-like obedi- ence required at boarding schools were past, and that the comparative freedom of a college life awaited them. To the reading man, it marked the commencement of an epoch, when, with wise rules to follow, and mines of ancient lore to examine, he could, with propriety, when his course w^as finished, be called a walking history ; to the classical man it opened a rich field of research and wisdom among the ^e'c zaf'c and uiiapicoq, w^hich, when fully understood and digested, would make him a limig Greek. With them all, in fact, it was an eventful period. On wending their way through the Campus to morning Chapel, they gazed with awe upon the massive buildings of Revolutionary renown — with reverence upon the stately bearing of dignified " Profs.," and with feelings akin to fear upon the numerous groups of staring upper-classmen. Imbued with the progressive spirit of the age, no sooner HISTORY OF THE CLAPS OF 1870. was Chapel reached, than a " rush" was made for seats, the majority securing the right oijes. Two aspiring individu- als, however, like "Verdant Green," of Oxford notoriety, unconscious of the trespass they were committing, seated themselves among the Juniors, while one snugly ensconsced himself in the transept. All lisped out a feeble response to the first roll, occasionally a " present" was heard which " brought down" the excitable Sophomores, who, seated close by our side, indulged in many a liearty ha ! ha ! at our expense (?). Chapel over, the oily face of the inevitable Dennis greet- ed us, who, washing his hands " With imperceptible soap, In invisible water," induced, alas ! too many to invest in his new furniture "just shipped from New York." At 11 A. M., the bell congregated us in the old Fresh room, under Geological Hall, to there meet Tutor Mudge for our first recitation in Herodotus. Billy Buck was the first to recite, and acquitted himself with such praise that many a whisper said, " There's our 1st honor man." Glyn Brown followed, enlightening both Tutor and classmates with the startling fact- that the mother of Herodotus was a woman, his father a man, consequently Herodotus was a boy. This matchless piece of reasoning created quite a furor. The gentleman from Scotland was observed to move uneasily in his seat, and if " class-room" etiquette had not prevented, would doubtless have ventured to " remark" or raise a " point of order." Mudge's "sufficient Sir," happily fol- lowed, and the class, well satisfied with their first encoun- ter, gathered the laurels so nobly won, and proudly made their exit. Electioneering for Hall soon commenced. The merits and defects of both societies were secretly and confidential- ly made known. Seniors noticed us. Juniors gave us the HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1870. benefits of their smiles, and even Sophomores paid us at- tention. Flattery was freely used, the career and merits ot many noble graduates from both halls were shown up, we were patted on the shoulder, the epithets, " right smart Freshman," " would be a shame to enter this or that one," " was struck by your prepossessing appearance first time I saw you," and other such friendly expressions greeted us as lone- as we remained neutral. When, however, our choice was made, we noticed a fearful decline in our popularity with certain individuals. It was no longer " you're a smart chap," and " won't you have a cigar," but " poor Freshy." As it was, 25 entered Clio, 16 Whig. Though coming from diflferent parts of the country, and entire strangers when we entered, the ties of class and freshness quickly bound us close together. We well knew we must tread the beaten track of preceding classes — had their trials to undergo — their joys to experience and their hopes to realize. Rooms were mainly secured in close proximity to each other. iTorth College proved the favorite. Gurley, Johns- ton, Valentine, Willis, & Co., held sway in the west end; Gaston, Schell, Parry and their supporters in the east. We determined in case of an attack to stand by one another " until death should us part." After recitation, on Monday, 19th, the class adjourned to ITo. 3, ]Sr. College, and there held its first class meeting, for further protecting ourselves against the Sophs. Thomas, (better known as Patrick Henry,) presided. To maintain secrecy, the ventilator was shut, and the windows, with one exception closed. After several suggestions and motions had been made, a knock was heard. Willis, (then known as the " Infant,") thinking it came from some late brother, cautiously opened the door, when — horrors ! in popped Johnnie's head, and — " Ugh ! Ugh ! what does this mean ? You had no right to hold this meeting. Send you all home to-morrow," fell IirSTOllY OF Till'] CLASS OF 1870. upon our affrighted ears. Thomas, seeing the game was up, made for the open window and vanislicd. T. Patter- son and Reeve quiekl^y followed suit. The remainder look- ed in vain for some avenue of escape, but there was none. Fright, for a time, was trumps. The venerable face of our worthy President relaxed into a broad smile, as he viewed the disastrous effect of his unsought, unexpected visit. Moving farther into the room, with sundry " ughs" and " hems," for an introduction, he explained the enor- mity of the offence in holding a meeting without his sanc- tion, and closed by commanding us never again, on pain of expulsion, to have an unauthorized meeting. For a few days affairs went along smoothly enough ; then, a " change came o'er the spirit of our dreams." Freese had made himself obnoxious to the Sophomores. With Jimmy Har- rison for a leader, a crowd from '69 started for the above named gentleman's room. The double bolted, doubled barred door could not be forced, and Freese for a time was safe. Peters, hearing the noise, came out to enjoy the sport. No sooner was he spied than a rush was made for poor John. Immediately his room was filled, his table up- set, and he requested to chant the Greek Alphabet. Tom Provost, his chum, aided by the darkness and confusion, slipped out unseen. We have heard dark stories about their putting Peters to bed — of his scanning Hackley's algebra, treating them to the original war-whoop, and performing other little acts of courtesy. Be that as it may, he was soon to be delivered from the hands of his tormentors; a cry of " John," startled his visitors. There is a lively scramble for the door. The entry is gained, a tumbling down stairs fol- lows, and they disappear in the darkness, A new actor — none other than the irrepressible John — appears on the stage. " Ugh, Ugh, are you hurt Mr. Peters ?" Peters. " ]^-no. Sir," John. " Ugh, ugh. Sophs, been round, have they ? Send 10 HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1870. them all home ; you come over and stop with me to-night." Peters, like a true gentleman, answered : " 'No thank you, Dr., I have no fear ; and if I should come, I might cause you and your ivife too much trouble." JoJm. " ]*»[o, no-no ; no trouble at all ; come with me. Have no wife — never had any." It is fair to say that Peters remained unshaken in his re- solve to remain in his room, wife or no wife, and that never again was he molested. E'er the term closed other rooms were visited, their occupants treated to the refreshing fumes of Killikinick, their counterpanes slightly soiled by muddy feet, their carpets used as spittoons, and other little pleas- antries indulged in. One room in particular, we remember, where the " Hogi Mogi" were hospitably entertained. They found liquors and segars awaiting them. Bountifully they partook of both. The effect was marvellous. Yea, verily ! their tongues were loosened, and their hearts waxed warm. On leaving they sang a song something like the following: "These, hie, boys are jolly, hie, good fellows. Which, hie, nobody can, hie, deny." Even the walls of the entry next morning bore witness to the fact, that from the abundance of the stomach, the walls and floors speaketh. Sunday, 24th, Dr. Maclean presided over our class prayer- meeting in the Junior room. The attendance was good. His simple and devout manner, joined with his references to the hearts at home that pra^^ed so fervently and watched so anxiously over us, produced a deep and lasting effect. In a touching manner he prayed for our safe journey over the temptations and quicksands of our college course, and manifested that tender, kind love, so characteristic of his Christian soul. Three weeks after the beginning of the term. Hooper entered, swelling our little band to 42. The day after Hooper's arrival, the Atlantics and Athletics played in Philadelphia. Gaston, F. & W. Schell, Swenk, HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1870. 11 HusTED, Davis, Fox, Coniiad juuIJoiinston " cut" and wit- nessed the game. Here, for the first time, the wayward proclivities of certain memhers of the class l)ecame appa- rent, though afterward their names are so indissoluhly con- nected with every " spree," that they received from students, as well as the Facility, the worthy name of " Incorrigibles." They were also the first who delivered their " moral char- acter" into the hands of tliat august body, the College Faculty. Ten disorder marks individually, witli a sharp reprimand collectively, constituted the punishment. Gradually we conformed to college customs ; gradually the unpleasantness of the first segar wore way ; gradually we mastered the "Honeyman." We found the services of the college to be conducted in a peculiar, Keasbey would say, in a truly lamentable manner. Punctually at 7 every morning the clang of the bell rudely summoned us to early morning prayers. Delays in this matter were dangerous, for should a poor fellow, with one leg out of bed, deliberate for a moment whether 'twas best to draw out the other or take just one more little snooze, the weakness of the flesh usually prevailed ; and though he felt that duty and chapel claimed him, sleep prevented the body from allowing the claim. Or, in case a quick jump, coupled with a deep grunt, drove Morpheus away and brought you in chapel in time for roll-call, a before-breakfast recitation awaited you, to whet the more sharply your appetite for the veal skin stuffed with bread, or the leather steak that adorned many a boarding house table. Yet, blessed with good teeth and a noble appetite, the cravings of the "inner man" were well assuaged by this unpalatable food. Our experience in Hall matters taught us self-reliance, and plainly showed that in our unity was our strength. So, caring for nobody, and nobody caring for us, a spirit of in- dependence was fostered, and when Kissley proposed to wear a " plug" in chapel, he was pronounced a brick, and and M^as assured of the support of the class. Saturday eve- 12 HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1870. niDg every Freshman was in his seat long before the bell ceased tolling, J^otes saying, " cheer ISTiss., when he comes in," were freely circulated. Just as Dr. Maclean was read- ing the hymn, the door opened, and in marched ISTissley, with his Doylestown plug. Gracefully removing it, with a look of pride and defiance, up the aisle he came. We " came down" with a vengeance ; Sophomores hissed; Juniors and Seniors smiled. Hissing and stamping were beautifully blended. The dust rose in clouds. The din was terrible. Johnny pulled his glass esover his nose to find the cause of the fearful uproar. See it he did not then, so with a lec- ture on the disgracefulness of such a proceeding in a place of worship, he gave out the hymn and closed the evening exercises without further interruption Coming out of chapel we formed a square around the plug and its bearer ; the precaution proved unnecessary ; no attack was made. The next day JSTissley made the acquaintance of the Faculty on charge of aggravated disorder. Johnny told him if he was sent home, it would be what he richly deserved. Undoubt- edly the punishment would have been severe had not Bloomy and Ledyard interposed, thus saving him. On the following Monday, Thomas, Parey and Conrad persuaded Gaston to accompany them on a marauding expedition to the neighboring orchards ; Parry ostensibly to distribute tracts, in reality to reconnoitre the ground, and gain, as Sheldon would say, " a comprehensive view of his sub- ject," had previously visited an adjoining fal'm house, and for two long hours had basked in the sunlight of the smiles of a buxom woman of forty, and her two gushing daugh- ters. At Up m. , Monday night, these worthies stole from the East end of IlTorth Reaching the field — Thomas wanted Gassy to climb the tree, This Gassy couldn't see ; So, Thomas did climb the tree, Not, like Zacchias, his Lord to see ; But — for apples to seize.* *Henderson. HISTORY OF THE CLASS- OF 1870. 13 Success rewarded their eftbrts, and early in the morn- ing tliey returned heavily laden witli their ill-gotten plun- der. Class elections the last of October resulted in choosing Fox, President, Keeve, Secretary, Thomas, Treasurer, and Pierce, Historian. Nov. 4t]i a report ran around like wild- fire that Thomas was a wizard and mesmerist. The friend- ly feeling he manifested toward all, his philosophical say- ings, combined with the long raven locks streaming down his shoulders, well warranted the truth of the rumor. That night his abode was packed by a curious throng, desiring to enjoy the ethereal feelings of a spiritual trance. IIusted courageously ventured to first pass the ordeal, and, taking a seat, requested the master of ceremonies to put him in the land of dreams. Thomas, removing his coat with demonia- cal mein, approached his subject, and commenced his ges- ticulations, slowly at first, but soon his hands flew around with fearful velocity. This performance lasted some ten minutes, when Husted, appearing as fresh as ever, Thomas decided him a subject too poor even for the spirits to no- tice, and requested Conrad to take a seat. " All right," says CoNNY, seating himself. Again Thomas commenced his maneuvres. Conny seemed to loose his sensibility, gradual- ly his eyes closed, his legs straightened, and he, to all ap- pearance, was mesmerized. Thomas redoubles his exer- tions — says the spirits are around, and enjoins perfect si- lence. With peculiar feelings we gaze upon the stony countenance of our esteemed classmate. Thomas, with a magical wave of the hand, pronounced him insensible, and proceeded to question our inanimate friend — but, not long, for to the first inquiry, " What am I ?" Conrad, jumping from the chair, with a yell, exclaimed, " A imposter!" The eflfect was ludicrous. Thomas was completely non- plussed, and his confusion increased by the prolonged roar that welcomed his first and last attempt in that, as yet mys- terious science. 14 HISTORY- OF THE CLASS OF 1870. This Conrad was a genius; if lie could persuade himself into the belief that he was sick, he was happy; if he could avoid a recitation he counted it as so much gain, and ever expressed a warm admiration for the easy habits and quiet life of the "Fat Boy," in Dickens' " (juriosity' Shop." From his proficiency in the art of spitting, he was familiar- ly known as the " spittist." With Gig Howell, he was an immense favorite. He smoked his segars, praised his J. O. speech, and so far insinuated himself into the affections of that notorious Junior, that eatables, room and pocket-book were always at Conny's disposal. Taking it easy one day in Glen's room, he was disturbed by " Tar Heel's" saying: " CoNNY, if 'tis fifty feet to a certain place, how many yards of moonshine are necessary to make a jackass a pair of breeches ?" The " spittist" slowly arose, eyed " Yadkin" for a moment, and quietly said : " Glen, what's your meas- ure ?" Somebody about that time was " bored." In this connection the Historian can, with fitness, mention another celebrity, Gaston, whose name will always be as- sociated with^?^e5. His destructive bumps were wonder- fully developed ; nothing was too good or too poor to be spared. His fatherly chum, "Patrick Henry," often en- deavored to tame down the bounding pulse of youth with advice — once, it is said, Avith the lash. The advice fell upon a hardened heart, the lash upon a hardened frame. With this gentleman, and his box of matches for merriment — with the routine of study for occupation, and with Schell's watermelon spree for anxiety, time passed swiftly until N^ov. 6th, when Fresh independence was fully established. On that eventful day we marched into Chapel Stage Speaking with canes. Fred. Rawlins carried a banger larger than himself. Again there was a medley of hissing and stamp- ing. After the speaking, Fox, Welling and Swenk mar- shalled their forces in battle array to resist the expected on- set of the furious Sophomores. A few appellations more euphonious than polite, were hurled at us — nothing further. HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1870. 15 From that da}' a cane adorned the hand, as well as a segar the month, of every member of tlie class of '70. Quarterly examinations now stared us in the face. The day previous the 1st JJivision cut Mudge in Greek, receiv- ing, individually, iive disorder marks for this departure from the paths of rectitude. The 2d Division, profiting by their punishment, attended to the usual duties, which may account for the high raidv in class of its members. When examinations were passed, great interest was manifested in respect to the grades — eight or ten expecting " first." But alas ! for human expectations ! Peters led the van, G. Brown came up somewhere in the rear. 'Next night the class in a body started to give Peters and Crawford acalL They were " non est." Some fertile brain suggested Thomas' room, and thither we went. We treated him to a song, u walk-around, and many a joke. E'er w^e had said "good night," the infallible Johnnj- turned up. The light was doused in a moment, and a hasty pushing for the door ensued. Fox landed plumb in John's arms. " Fgh, Fgh, wdio's this ?" said he. " Mr. Jones," was the reply "No, no, no; you are lying," answered the Doctor, still holding Fox by the neck, who was compelled to acknowl- edge the corn and give his right name; whereupon he was requested to " call over" to the Doctor's study at 8 o'clock next evening. T. Patterson, darting past them, gained the stairs; tw^o leaps brought him into the Campus. How he escaped a broken neck ever remained to him a mystery. Freese, with a peculiar chirp, disappeared in Gaston's wardrobe. The rest were equally successful in eluding the Doctor's grasp, and Thomas was — " Left alone in his glory." It is said that a calm follows a storm. Such was certain- ly the case now\ Hard "polling" was the order of the day. Those high in class determined not to come dow^n, while the lower honor men resolved to come up. Such a spirit 16 HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1870. prevailing in the class, but few events worth narrating oc- curred for a considerable lapse of time. Three weeks before the session closed, a meeting was called to discuss the expediency of procuring a class stamp. It met with general approval, and a committee of three — Hooper, Hoover and Pierce, were appointed. In one week, the committee reported to a full class meeting, convened at Hooper's room. Hoover's design resembled the Goddess of Liberty, holding a Livj^ in one hand and a "trans" in the other, with the suggestive motto : "Be sure you're right, then go ahead." It is needless to say that it was indignantly re- jected. Hooper, prefacing his remarks with a neat intro- duction, then presented a fine device oi Vulcan forging the armor of Achilles, bearing the words OtiXo. dtoqnopsv (God has given arms.") This was unanimously carried. When ob- tained, envelopes, paper, books — in fact, everything re- ceived a stamp. It is at present in the hands of the Historian. Foot-ball now succeeded Base Ball. We entered into the game with spirit, at the expense of many a rough tumble and aching shin. Sessional, with its written and oral ex- aminations, was at hand. Faithfully we " crammed" for them. Tute Mudge hinted that a " trans" would be useful and convenient in " polling up" our back Greek. The hint was taken, and translations adorned the book shelves of those who had not invested in the delicacy be- fore. We went into examinations depressed and shaky — came out relieved and happy. ISTever mind "rowls" or " fizzles ;" mistakes or grades ; vacation was before us, and soon we would be at home recounting to friends and eager listeners the peculiarities of Princeton and — " The deeds that are there done." SECOND SESSION. The 31st of January found us again in our accustomed places, refreshed and invigorated by a pleasant vacation. Warmly we welcomed the new members; at once we put on the breastplate of confidence, and " girding up our loins" entered with hope and vigor upon the duties of the last half of Freshman year. Memorabilia in Greek, Eu- clid, in Mathematics, Rhetoric, under Sheldon and "Hor- ace," in Latin, formed our principal studies. Thinking a more substantial proof of our gladness should be shown the " newies" than merel}- extending to them the right hand of fellowship, the majority of the class, the third evening of the term, started out on a surprise-party-tour, accompanied by the " Krutstovvn" band. Ward was the first honored with a call — pleasant for him, but death to the carpet. The peculiar metres of Horace's Odes proved to some an almost insurmountable obstacle. Bloomy^s pa- tience was more than once exhausted, while the look of sadness that overspread his features when he told Asay " dat would do," spoke volumes. One evening early in the session, the same party that welcomed Ward, called on MiLLiGAN, in East, there found our good Tute. As usual, the music was not of the most delicate and refined nature ; so when Bloomy was requested to favor the com- pany with a few remarks, he, gently stroking his chin whis- 18 HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1870. kers, informed us that, until that moment, "he was ignor- ant of the musical talents of the class ; and yet," said he, "I might have known it trom your music (?) in scanning Horace." The wl3ll deserved compliment was highly ap- preciated. Now it came to pass on the 9th day of the month called February, in the twenty-fifth year of the reign of John, whose surname was Maclean, that certain of the tribe of Nassovians held a consultation among themselves, saying : " verily, verily, there will be a great discussion in Mercer Hall to-night by a great discussist ; and the subjectis 'Wo- man's Rights.' And she who discusses is Lucy, whose surname is Stone. Verily, we must attend." Now, Lucy knew of their coming, and sent one named Blackwell to waylay them and change their purpose. And the Nassovi- ans listened unto his voice, insomuch that they straight- way gathered other Nassovians and proceeded to the Hall, where they find many " snobs." (Now, the " snobs" are a motley tribe adjoining the Nassovians, and ihej have big- noses, insomuch that they blow^ them with their fingers, and their knees are weak, yea, weak exceedingly; nor can they partake of delicacies on account of the stinginess of their natures; and the stronghold of the " snobs" is in the bar-room of O'Brien, Avhose surname is Michael.) Truly, Lucy did wax wroth as she beheld the Nassovians, and did speak feebly. But the Nassovians did cheer her with their feet, and sing praises unto her until she grew faint and called on Blackwell to mingle his voice in the conflict. Yea, verily, he did so, and cried out in a loud voice : " Per- haps you don't know what brings me here ?" Then one of the Nassovians, whose surname is Kinkead, said, " assuredly we do; it is because thou art henpecked." Now, Black- well was much ofteuded thereat, and obeying the command of the mighty Lucy, he did leave the Hall for policemen. Now the policemen are twins, living in the lower part of Princeton, and their food is mostly onions, and their drink HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1870. 19 is made from apples, and is knoAvn as "Jersey Lightning." And the policemen said unto Blackwell, "verily, we dare not interfere with the Nassovians, for they will grievosnly pound us." So Blackwell came back much flushed with anger, and did say : " One policeman is in bed; the other won't come." And now arose among the Nnssovians much singing and cheering, and much throwing of peanuts, and one hit Lucy on the nose, and she did scream, " Lord, save me." 'Now, the Nassovians are all lords, and they did rush to save Lucy, and they did overturn many settees, and they did make much noise. And, behold! an old man did arise and shake his fist and cry out, " you are all going to the gallows ;" and the Nassovians said, " Kay, nay, old man, we are not going to the gallows; but are going for Lucy." And Lucy, hearing this, wept with joy, and fell into Black- well's arms, and did say, " We hold forth no more to-night." Now the snobs were evil-disposed towards the Kassovi- ans, so they next day called together their wise men and laid hold of six N'assovians ; the surnames of two were KiNKEAi) and Patterson ; yet their wise men being ignor- ant of law, could bring nothing against them ; so at the going down of the sun the end of the affair was not appa- rent. Then a I^^assovian went to Maclean, whose surname is John, and told him the trouble; and John said, "Verily, verily, I will arise and gird up my loins, and will go to their aid, and will make the evil devices of the snobs come to naught; for, formerly, I, too, was a JN^assovian." So the jS'assovians went away, and on the morrow^, John coming in, effected that the E'assovians should go free. JSTow, the snobs were exceeding wroth at this ; nevertheless, because it was the law they could do nothing. So the Blackwells are humbled, and the wicked devices of the snobs are crushed and the power of Lucy is broken; but the Nasso- vians are exalted and shall remain so always. Selah ! Prayer for colleges was observed on the 28th. Dr. 20 HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1870. Adams, of Philadelphia, delivered a masterly and appropri- ate sermon. Before this prayer meetings were dail}^ held in the Sophomore room, and though the college was not blessed with a great revival, there were some who found that treasure " which rust doth not corrupt, nor thieves break through and steal." During this session the TUJ (Tooth Pick) Destroyers sprang into existence. Peters was head Mogul, and his room used as a rendezvous. . If report be true, the greased black- boards and the continual uproar in j^orth were mainly due to this secret society. March came in wet and stormy ; with it our first successful fire. East end of North was the site. Boards, leaves, with a few" windows from the barrack-rooms, formed the material. The smoke, filling the halls and pouring up the stairs, nearly suffocated those in the upper entries, and, interrupting Bloomy's pleasant reverie, brought forth " Mein Gott !" from his lips. The back- campus was alive with students, blowing horns and scream- ing. The flames, with inconceivable rapidity darted along the corriders, while the oppressive heat prevented approach. The seaiTied stairs and cracked pillars to this day bear wit- ness of this destructive spree, Gaston and Keasby, we un- derstand, were guiltless, but, spied by John, a race ensued. Hoover's room was gained, and just as they crawled under the bed in the back, John appeared in the front room. Hoover said he was alone, but his veracity was doubted. John looked everywhere except under the bed, and left, saying : " Ugh ! they're around here somewhere !" After his departure, out came our friends from under the bed, covered with the collected feathers, dust, and dirt of weeks. Their appearance is better imagined than described. Den- nis was not called on to sweep that place for some time. April brought our Base Ball Nine in the field ; it con- sisted of J. Patterson, Buck, Davis,[Milligan,Nissley, F. Schell, Swenk, Gaston, Ward, (and Imbrie, occasionally and periodically.) On entering College a Nine was organ- IIISTOKY OF Tin-: CLASS OF 1870. 21 ized, but not till now did it reach any point of excellence and show itself, as future events ]>roved, the pride and joy of the class. They opened the season by beating- the Edge- hill Nine five runs ; then entered the lists for the champion- ship. Many an exciting game followed with varied suc- cess. The s|)asmodie eitbrts of Imbrie in right-field elicited great applause from spectators — not the admiration of the Nine. Consulting the base ball records, the Historian finds that, of the 17 balls coming to right-field, he mis-gauged 9 and muffed 8. His career at the bat was equally successful ; his score presenting an uninterrupted row of 37 O's, closing with one run, made on three balls. Finding base ball not \i\% forte, he tendered his resignation, which was cheerfully accepted. The Second Nine also merits a few words. With Kit Johnston for captain. Hoover, pitcher, and Gurley to do the yelling as well as the crowing for the Nine, they were ever victorious. Right after recitation, with book in one luuid and bat in the other, away they went across the Campus, down Witherspoon St., through the Cemetery, to a small back pasture, for practice games. Matches were often played; Hoover, on these occasions strengthening his inner-man by frequent visits to a small flask under his coat, sent in his slow " twisters" with telling effect. Freese, on third, Savage, in centre, and T. Patterson, in right, stop- ped all the balls — they could. The only time " T. Pat." made a run was playing the game with '68. He shut his eyes, struck cricket-fashion, and sent a ball over the dummy. April 15th, a " cut" was tried in Sheldon, but failed. The " Krutstown Band," with Swenk, for a leader, were not to be balked. Forming outside the recitation-room, in they marched in Indian file, down the room and past the Tutor. At the stove they halted a moment, then filed back of the Tutor's desk, " swung around the circle," stopping in front of the Tutor. " What does this mean, gentlemen ?" said Sheldon. Johnston informed him it was training day for the Krutstown Band. " Well, you have trained long 22 HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1870. enough," he replied, " now take seats." They complied. April 15th, an event occurred calculated to meet the dis- approbation of the students. The Chapel that morning was found besmeared with tar and paint. Back of the President's chair were names of several Professors coupled with strange titles. Dr. Maclean seemed deeply hurt by this sacrilegious proceeding. He gave out the following hymn, which must have touched the hearts of the perpe- trators : '' The veil of night is no disgrace, No screen from Thy all-seeing eye ; Thy hand can seize thy foes as soon Through midnight shades as blazing noon. 0, may these thoughts possess my breast, Where'er I roam, where'er I rest ; Nor let my weaker passions dare Consent to sin — for God is there. May 1st, on entering the recitation room, we found the Tute's desk and chair among the missing, the seats in a deplorable condition, and the walls covered with hiero- glyphics worthy of a better cause. A jackass stood out in bold relief, bearing on its side the Tutor's name, and many symbols, rather synonomous with "boot-licking," decorated the walls. The night preceding 67's class day, the class unanimously voted that the recitation the following day was a humbug, and as such should be observed. Each one making his store of beans, torpedoes, and ?nap-crackers, on that ever-memorable morning when Tute Sheldon com- menced to call the roll, missiles commenced to fly, torpe- does cracked in all parts of the room, fire-crackers exploded under the seats. Glyn Brown, jumping on a seat, whistled a martial tune, and requested the gentlemen to choose part- ners for a quadrille. His command fell on ready ears, and forthwith all commenced to " trip the light fantastic." The occupants of the two front seats, thinking variety the spice of life, joined not in the dance, were not thrilled by the in- spiring strains issuing from Grlyn's mouth, out squared off HISTORY OF- THE CLASS OF 1870. 23 for a box. Slieldon's command to " sit down !" " will re- port 3'ou to the Faculty !" etc., were drowned by the coun- ter ejaculations of" Ladies Grand Chain !" " Swing your partners !" and Davis's " Look out, or I'll bust you in the eye !" When arms had enough of boxing, legs of dancing, and body of amusement, a motion to adjourn was heard; this was greeted with huzzas. This strange proceeding was i-eceived by the Tute with surprise, who, making him- self heard, raised his popularity not a little by telling us to prepare the same recitation for next time and dismissing us. Chiss-Day morning dawned clear and beautiful, much to the satisfaction of every one in College. At an early hour the members of the Senior Class were stirring, making the needful preparation for the exercises of the day. About ten o'clock a difficulty occurred between the Juniors and the Seniors, in regard to a speech to be delivered in the afternoon, which the former party said was a "scurrilous rake" on their class. For a time it appeared as though there would be a tight, but, by the intervention of some of the Seniors, this was avoided. Just as this cloud seemed to come over the spirit of the students, then as if in sym- pathy the skies became clouded and threatened rain. How- ever, in a short time both clouds and angry feelings disap- peared. At one o'clock the exercises were commenced in the chapel ; aisles, seats, windows, and everything else, were crowded. The exercises were such as brought credit to the class and joy to the many fjiir visitors. Right after Class- Day half the class occupied Sophomore seats ; thus pain- fully were we reminded that Fresh year was near its end. Even now the old Fresh room with its hard, nicked benches, its broken windows, and the general air of abandon it pre- sented, comes vividly to mind. "We seem to see Tute Mudge walking leisurely in, calling the roll, crossing his legs, and squirting tobacco-juice on the stove. We seem now to hear the music that followed a "rowl" or the 24 HISTORY OF THE CliASS OF 1870. almost inaudible grunts at some fearful mistake. Com- mencing with the lower bench, he called us up in regular order, and Glynn Brown, continually moving back, until finally to the astonishment of Tute and class when a reci- tation was unavoidable, made his exit through the window. Neither is Bloomy, with his " pig-tail " knot of hair artisti- cally plastered down on the top of his head, forgotten. With arms behind him he continually paced the floor, dwelHng at length on the various changes and expressions conveyed by "de subjunctife." He would ask Husted to parse a verb ; Husted would commence, "It is made in the Future-Perfect," etc., and think he was "tearing his shirt." How his hopes were blasted, when Bloomy said : "Yes, 'tis made in de Present-Indicative !" Often when kind friends were aiding the one "up," Bloomy sarcastically said, "Shentlemen, to hear de prompter in de theatre shpoils de play!" Welling one day in parsing soror (sister), said it was a feminine noun. " But," replied Bloomy, "nouns in or and es, increasing in de genitive, are masculine." "Well," was the answer, " I reckon this is mascuHne." " Oh, no !" said Bloomy, who could not digest the Sixteenth Amend- ment " You were right at first ; it is an exception to de general rule; your sister, you know, could not well be masculine !" With reason did we all feel sad that jolly Fresh year was nearly past. Pleasant adventures and lasting benefits had marked our course. N"o cliques, no ill-feeling, nothing but the utmost harmony had prevailed. We feared that future years would draw more or less dividing lines; that our intercourse would in a degree be interrupted ; and that the free, easy spirit that had thus far characterized the class would be moulded into a sterner, higher cast. The Histo- rian has no hesitation in saying that whatever may be our lot, whatever our episodes, whatever our benefits in the future, none will possess a dearer charm or bring a more radiant smile to the face than those connected with Fresh year. HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1870. 25 "Long, long be our hearts with its memories filled ; Like the vase in which flowers have once been distilled. Yon may break, you may shatter the vase, if you will, But the scent of the roses will hang 'round it still." The kind heart and wisdom of our esteemed President, Dr. Maclean, was shown both by his friendly feeling and beneficial advice. The Historian takes the liberty to make the following extract from an article written for the N'ew York Ledger, entitled "Advice to Young Men about to enter College." ''Endeavor to form a definite idea of the design of a college course, and also of the benefits you hope to derive from becoming a member of such an institution. Make it your particular care to be fully prepared for the class into which you seek admission. Be on your guard as to the acquaintances you may form, upon your arrival at college. Regard yourself as bound in honor to obey all the laws of the college, whether you are required, or not required, to give a promise to this effect. Enter upon the course of study with the fixed purpose to master to the best of your ability every part of it. Study with all diligence, and form a desire to make the most of your oppor- tunities for improvement. Above all things else, recollect that for your whole success in college, you will be dependent on the blessing of God.'" The truth and force of these suggestions can but com- mend themselves, as well as the author, to the approbation and praise of every lover of science and truth. During this term we were entrusted to the tender care of Prof. Peabody, in elocution. On chapel stage we spouted and made the time-honored walls re-echo with our Ciceron- ian eloquence. Peabody was far from an universal favor- ite, consequently the treatment he received did not bor- der on what his position deserved. His remarks on articulation and gesticulation were alike disregarded; often his criticisms were marred by a motion to adjourn. On some rising as if to leave, he would favor us with a lecture on gentlemanly conduct, the force of which would be beau- tifully drowned by some musical genius starting — '' 'Tis a way we have at Old Nassau." Learning from Juniors that to sustain our reputation as 26 HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1870. smart Freshmen, and to keep up an old custom, a Whang Doodle would be necessary ere we laid aside our Freshman robes. Schell, Thomas, Parry & Co. established them- selves as editors, and forthwith commenced collecting ma- terial for the same. The work progressed rapidly, and when printed they were stowed away in a ITorth College room. '69's men, thinking they were in Swenk's room, made a raid when Tom was in chapel stage speaking. The door was forced, his trunk broken open, but nary a " Doo- dle" repaid this valorous attempt of '69. As the students came out of chapel on June 24th, the cry of "Whang Doodle" fell upon their ears. Sure enough, down by South Campus stood a burly negro with his arms filled with papers. All took up the cry, "there's the Fresh Whang Doodle," and rnshed pell mell for the nig. They gathered around him like eagles around their prey. Mg tossed the precious documents right and left, greedily they were caught and their contents scanned to find honorable mention of themselves. The dejected countenances and clenched hands plainly showed that the paper " which mourneth for ye Sophomores" contained a few facts. The Washington crowd, composed of Gurley, Johnston, Hoover, G. and T. Brown, envious of T. IJ. A, notoriety, formed I. K. X. The members met once a week in " Kit's" room, feasted on peanuts and coffee — bored Rigg by their infernal music, and closed the evening's exercises by serenading Josh with their favorite song — "The pipe, the bowl, and the jolly good fry, For I am bound to be a bummer in Sigma Kappa Chi." A peculiar adventure that befel one of its members must not be overlooked. Fox and Swenk gave a " spread " at their room on Witherspoon Street ; to it invited Tom Brown, who came late. As luck would have it, that afternoon a nail had torn Tom's pants in that part familiarly known as the seat. JSTissley late in the night lunged at it with a cane. A wide gap was the result. The party did not HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1870. 27 break up until early in the morning and Tom going to his room had barely time to brush his hair when chapel bell commenced ringing. Buttoning his short coat closely around him, he put his Euclid under his arm, and started up Nassau Street with the intention of making a " tear " under Ledyard, entirely oblivious of the fact that he had a tear behind, and that — "His streamers were waving in the wind." A seasonable admonition prevented a linen display in chapel. On the 14th of June, Freese came to town with that "nobby" leopard coat to bid adieu to friends and class- mates before leaving for Paris. He handed a note to the Faculty commencing, "With this I bid you farewell," and closing with "the hope that the College might continue to prosper during his absence." It did. The customary three times three with the roeket "st — boom — ah !" closed our last recitation under each Tutor. In mathematics, when the last to recite took his seat, down down with a vim came forty-eight Euclids on the floor, not however from any ill-feeling towards Ledyard, for he by his uniform courtesy and kindness had long before won the respect and hearty good will of the class. Fresh Final, commencing Monday, June 17, kept us busy for a week. Gurley made Sheldon's written examination remarkably easy by drawing from the Tutor correct answers for all the questions. The papers handed in bore a won- derful similarity, and all came near taking "first." On Tuesday, Edward D. Mansfield, LL.D. delivered the Annual Oration on the " State and Tendency of Society," before the Halls. Junior Orator speaking brought out the "Nassau Exposition," with pages abounding in wholesome advice to '68 and '70. Commencement followed, and on Wednesday afternoon, with light hearts and joyful remem- brances, we bade adieu to Princeton for a time, to Freshman Year — forever. SOPHOMORE YEAR. CLASS OFFICERS. President. WILLIAM B. GLEN. Secretary. FRANK A. WARD. Treasurer, JOHN F. JOLINE. Historian, FRANK H. PIERCE. FIRST SESSION. ENTERED. GEORGE ARCHER Harford Co., Md. JOHN L. CALDWELL Statesville, N. C. JOHN L. COOPER Nashville, Tenn. ISAAC H. CONDIT Stillwater. SAMUEL D. CULBERTSON Chambersburg, Pa. DAVID M. DAVENPORT Mendham. MOSES J. DeWITT Deckertown. DAVID ELMER Brighton. ELMER E. GREEN Trenton. JOSEPH C. GUERNSEY Philadelphia, Pa. WILLIA.M S. GUMMERE Trenton. SAMUEL R. GUMMERE, Trenton. LEVI T. HANNUM • Trenton. HENRY S. HARRIS Belvidere. ALEXANDER HENRY, Jr Germantown, Pa. SAMUEL IRVIN -New York City. HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1870. 29 ADRIAN H. JOLINE Sing Sing, N. Y. JOHN F. JOLINE .' Trenton. A. BAILEY KELLY Washington, D. C. JOSEPH F. KELLY Washington, D. C JOHN J. KLINE, Jr Belvidere. NATHANIEL MARSH Stapleton, N. Y. JOHN T. MASON Annapolis, Md. HENRY W. McCALL Trenton. THOMAS B. McLEOD. Ireland- WILLIAM H. MILLER Philadelphia, Pa. CHARLES H. MOORE Stillwater. HUGHES OLIPHANT Princeton. CHARLES J. PARKER Freehold. ELIAS M. PENNINGTON Baskingridge. JOHN B. RENDALL Oxford, Pa. CHARLES J. ROE Newton. EDWARD D. SCUDDER Trenton. JEROME E. SHARP Philadelphia, Pa. GEORGE M. SHIPMAN Belvidere. EMELIUS W. SMITH Clearfield, Pa. MARK R. SOOY Mount Holly STEVENSON A. WILLIAMS Harford Co., Md. GEORGE C. YEISLEY Baltimore. LEFT. ISAAC H. CONDIT Stillwater. FRANK R. SCHELL Bedford, Pa. SECOND SESSION. Class Officers. President, JOHN E. PATTERSON. Secretary, THOMAS B. McLEOD. Treasurer," CHARLES B. ALEXANDER. Historian, PRANK H. PIERCE. ENTERED. ROBERT M. AGNEW Beaver, Pa. WILLIAM J. HENDERSON Schelocta, P. DAVID R. SESSIONS Georgetown, S. C. HENRY R. WHITEHILL Austin, Nevada. LEFT. FRANKLIN S. DODD, Bloomfield. GEORGE M. KEASBEY Newark. NATHANIEL MARSH Stapleton, N. Y. THEODORE C. PATTERSON Philadelphia, Pa. FREDERICK S. RAWLINS Princeton. FIRST SESSION. Sophomore year opened propitiously. Our expectations were more than realized in finding thirty-nine members enrolled in the ranks of '70, increasing our number to eighty- one. The familiar faces of our old Tutes were wanting. Mudge was preaching at Yonkers, N. Y. ; Bloombergh had accepted a professorship in Lafayette College ; Ledyard was preaching at Kingston, ^N". Y., while Sheldon was drilling Hebrew and Sanscrit roots into theological heads in I^ew York city. A few of our old companions were not here to gladden us with their presence ; and Glyn Brown no longer edified his former classmates with that song so well sung and peculiarly adapted to himself, of ' ' Let that stand there , my boys ! ' ' The quantities of Greek and Latin texts to be swallowed, the hundreds of pages of history, relating to Agrarian Laws and Grecian valor, to be committed, and the mazy laby- rinths of "Duff's Mathematics" to be explored, brought vividly to mind the fact the leniency of Tutes and the " skinning" of Fresh year were things of the past, and that the time for using the midnight oil had come. With the experience of Fresh year for a foundation and the bright vision of Junior ease to encourage, the class entered upon the duties of this memorable and jolly year. One of the first duties incumbent upon us was to act in a 32 HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1870. fatherly manner towards the Freshmen. Tender recollec- tions of our treatment brought forcibly to mind the old adages of " treat thy neighbor as thyself," and " Charity begins at home." "With these laudable precepts in mind, one night a large party started from the east end of North College to visit " Rocky" Holbrook, whose room presented an unexpected though not unpleasant appearance. Several dark-colored bottles, labelled " Old Rye " and " Ginger Schnapps," covered one side of his table, a few bunches of "Figaros" the other; between which and his cJioice library an hour passed agreeably. We have been told that his pitcher served a double purpose, while one avaricious indi- vidual, not content with drinking all he could conveniently carry, left the room with a number of bottles under his arm. Another gentleman in North College also received a call; he, unlike "Rocky," did not appreciate the mission- ary visit. He did not enjoy the fumes of Lone Jack; couldn't see the point in having the windows shut, and did not relish the idea of having so much leather on his white counterpane. He even refused to enliven the company with a song or greet them with a word of welcome. This dampening reception caused the missionaries to leave in a hurry their uncongenial friend. In the confusion of leav- ing, by accident the lamp went out, and the room was plunged in total darkness. " What am I tumbling over?" said one of the party, roUing over a chair and coming in contact with the washstand. " Whither am I going ?" said another, trying to open the doors of the wardrobe, and bringing that piece of furniture down with no gentle bang. " Am I kissing chummie ?" breathed another, as he affec- tionately folded his arms around " uncongenial's" neck. " Why the deuce don't you strike a light !" shouted No. 6, as a peculiar sound showed that another accident had happened. In a word, the leaving was effected in a truly wonderful and skillful manner. Nearly every one was tumbling over everybody else, yet strange to relate, nobody niSTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1870. 33 was hurt and nothing was injured. A few quiet ones made the scene more lively by singing : " In Sophomore year we have our task I" At last the party having found the door made their way down stairs, upsetting a few coal-boxes in their descent and giving Tute Pennington three characteristic cheers. ITone, however, were treated in a barbarous manner; and if one or two did send their excuses by mail to the Faculty, poll verbatim the College laws, and retire at nine o'clock, recol- lections of the same will undoubtedly prove as pleasant to them as to those who inveigled them into the idea that such was the irrevocable law. On the 22d of August we met "Joshua," who had that proverbial sweetness in his look. His gruff manner, coupled with long lessons, plainly told us that he meant business. With forty lines of the "Ars Poetica" well polled up, on the 24th we made the acquaintance of Professor Aiken. We found him pleasant and dignified; also learned that a dictionar}^, as well as a " trans," was necessary to answer his searching and comprehensive questions. Dr. Alexander expounded to us the fourth chapter of Matthew the following Sunday; he remarked during the recitation that it sounded better to hear one recite at a time, and hoped we would not be like those who, continually praying for a " Sabbath day's journey nearer heaven, were a long time in reaching that haven of rest." The same evening we met in President Maclean's house for a class prayer-meeting; forty-four were present. Seated in his spacious parlor, all listened with attention and respect to the holy words which flowed from the good Doctor's heart. The man whom most of all we feared — Professor Cameron — met us the following Monday. Throughout the year Greek roots and synonyms, seasoned with copious doses of history, added to those verbs in fju — (speaking of which one day, Willis said, " I never can make those verbs in /ui my verbs !") — were served up the 34 HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1870. first two days of every week until Junior year. This week a little unpleasantness arose with the Fresh on the matter of carrying canes. Several were forcibly removed and class feeling ran high. When we met John the following Thursday in Way of Life, he, referring to the late disturb- ance with '71, and wishing to inspire a little fear in our over-heated brains, narrated a thrilling episode of a certain Freshman, who once upon a time, years before, had knocked down a Sophomore attacking him, and Leonidas-like, had repulsed his would-be hazers. When the matter came to the ears of the Faculty, he (John) capped the climax by sending Mr. Sophomore home. The class was visibly affected by this anecdote. Yet far more so when he said : " I hope the Fresh will break their canes over your heads if you again molest them." The change from Fresh to Soph recitation rooms was the adage, " out of the frying- pan into the fire " over again. On the evening of Septem- ber 8th, a four-footed beast was driven into the Soph room ; the windows and doors were then firmly fastened and morning anxiously awaited when we were to have our twenty pages in Greek history. Coming from chapel that morning "Dennis " was seen by the bulletin tree. He in- formed the class that Prof. Cameron would meet us in the Junior room. We could not forbear one look however at our usual quarters ; that one look was sufiicient. Seniors called this a coz^ardly joke ; the perpetrators, whose veracity cannot be doubted, beg leave to differ, saying it was a bully one. On handing our first essays to Josh, a disturbance arose ; our Argus-eyed Professor, thinking he saw the ring- leader, jumped from his seat, caught Oliphant by the shoulder, and with a shake grunted, " What's your name ? Come to my study after recitation !" Oliphant obeyed, and there conclusively proved by the 47th of the 1st that he was guiltless. It is rather a remarkable fact that Joshua never hit on the right individual. He would give Kelly, or some other one who had the peace of the recitation at HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1870. 35 heart, five marks for disorder, when it was evident to all that demure-faced Kline was the originator. Once he seated the First Division, with two exceptions, on the front seats, saying, " ISTow stamp if you dare !" Elmer and Glen remained on the back bench. " Give the old rooster a chicken-whistle!" said Elmer, Glen yielded to the willing tones of his tempter. Josh, bringing his book down with vehemence on the desk, shouted, " Mr. Elmer, did not expect such conduct from you, sir! Come forward!" Elmer reluctantly took an anxious seat, much to the merri- ment of the division. Our Base Ball Nine, strengthened by Sharp and Oli- PHANT, commenced their work this season by beating '71 on the 25th, by a score of 32 to 13, and nearly doubled them the succeeding games. '69 proved too strong for them on the Princeton grounds, with a score of 57 to 19. Though " triumphantly " defeated, '70 for once magnani- mously cheered the victors. Our nine had several striking peculiarities, viz : changing its members and ever quarreling. To " muff" a ball or fail in making " home runs," were sufficient causes for promotion to the second nine, while their pugnacious spirit was daily shown. For instance, all would shake hands before a game not to say a word about misplays. Buck took pitcher's position, Gaston would be short-stop, and Glen would square himself on first base. In a minute you could hear Buck sing out, " Where do you want your balls?" Striker answers, "Knee high, over the base." Next ball delivered was sure to hit the man at the bat near the shoulder. Buck at this grins, and wants a "strike" called. Umpire usually tells him to "dry up." Buck then subsides after growling about the poor umpire and partiality. If Gaston threw a ball over a baseman's head a volley of invectives were hurled at both, the one for careless throwing, the other for not catching it. Gassy's hot blood ill-brooking such treatment, returns tit-for-tat. Buck then would want to fight. Jack Patterson shouts. 36 HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1870. "That's my stronghold, count me in." Ere the inning was finished fielders, basemen, and catchers were huddling around second base. The terms, " mufFer," " idiot," once we heard "jackass," were indiscriminately used, and such a pow-wow! F. Ward often acted the part of peace- maker, and order would be restored until the next game. An outsider once aptly remarked that a grand base ball match insured a grand row if any of '70's men pla3'ed. Often games were played after 2 o'clock. Johnny, ever on the alert, would hear the cheering; gliding from his back door, he summons and stations the Tutes, and appears himself back of the ball-alley. Some on spying him would give the alarm. The players seizing a bat and coat, followed by the spectators, would come tearing and shouting around Clio Hall, to East and West, and crowding into the barrack rooms with shouts of " catch them, Johnny," disappear like so many prairie dogs in their quarters. This session was rendered remarkable by the famous " Snob Fight." A fight, such as tradition has handed down — such as we read of in Oxford annals — was again enacted in the usually quiet borough of Princeton. The Home Guards of Princeton, as is well known, entertained a like company from ISTewark on the 26th of October. When marching to the depot many students fell in line and kept step to the music of their own voices. Some ill-feeling was thus created. Later in the evening the report ran around with lightning-like rapidity that the Snobs had attacked several students. E"orth, East, and West instantly poured out a living stream to the scene of conflict. The air resounded with shouts of " l^assau !" The fight waxed warm. From fists it degenerated to clubs, bricks, and paving-stones. The tumult brought Dr. Maclean and professors en jnasse to the ground. Old Johnny seemed like Washington, in Braddock's disastrous defeat, to bear a charmed life, '^ot once was he hit, though always in the thickest of the fray. Glen " extinguished " himself in defending the brave old HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1870. 37 man from the tlireateniiig lists of uncouth snobs. John ungratefully repaid the favor by ordering that distinguished North Collegian to his room. Peters, in crossing the street, was attacked by an ugly snob. " Stand or I tire !" shouted Peters. On Paddy came, and crack went a pistol; all looked expecting to see a defunct Fenian, but no ! Peters, as usual, had aimed too high, and whiz went the deadly missile through a window in Baker's drug store, narrowly missing a woman and burying itself in the ceil- ing. Rocks and bricks filled the air. A paving stone hit Dennis Sullivan, a college sweep, on the head, knocking him senseless. He died two weeks after. W. Gummere, "Big Mike," Stewart, and other students were wounded and carried to the rear. The Faculty finally prevailed and the melee ended for a time. Next night both Halls adjourned early, and in a compact body marched over to the Post Ofiice. Every man was armed and ready for the |fray. Scott, of '68, we particularly remember carrying a ^base ball bat thickly studded with spikes, bearing the sug- gestive name of "head-breaker." No disturbance ensued as no snobs were to be seen. Saturday night the " townies," reinforced by two hundred Irishmen from the canal, were in battle array. A bloody fight would have followed had the factions m.et but the Faculty, aided by numerous policemen from Trenton, prevented a collision. Policemen formed a double line leading from the college gate to the office. Through this each student went to the office. The college gates were guarded and ingress was impossible. Three groans for the snobs, with three times three rousing cheers, closing with the rocket, st-boom-ah-h, for Nassau, was all that could be done. Thus ended the celebrated " Snob Fight," and with it the jolly good times we used to have waiting for the 9 P. M. mail. No longer do students gather around the office — have their songs and rushes, and tell Van Duyn to " lively up with the mail." All these have given place to Dutch Steve, with his characteristic, "heigh, ho — heigh, ho — heigh, ho heigh!" HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1870. The elections in Pennsylvania gave rise to a huge bonfire around the cannon. An old three-legged wheel-barrow served for a platform on which many an aspirant for future political honors delivered his maiden speech before an enthusiastic audience. Tute Sloss was our instructor in Greek Testament. Coming in one morning, no sooner had he taken his seat, than the chair with its half sawed legs commenced to totter. With remarkable agility he struck a standing posture, and informed "them chaps that had sawed his chair that, to use a college expression, ' they had slipped up.' " This an- nouncement was far from pleasant. One week from that date however the fumes of assafoetida were too strong for our corpulent Tute, so he, as well as the class, had an opportunity of enjoying an early breakfast. One week later Tute Pennington met us in the same interesting branch. The room unfortunately was wretchedly cold. Action was absolutely necessary for comfort. The pat of eighty-seven pairs of feet produced a noise not unlike the " Anvil Chorus." Endeavoring to call the roll the music completely drowned his voice, consequently he like a sensible man said, "I guess you are all here," and dismissed us; hence, &c., another early breakfast, the mere thought of which caused one of our number to gambol like a kitten. About this time Keasbey, Willis, Provost and A. Joline met in Provost's room to arrange a direful deed, viz: To resurrect the little cannon in the back Campus, and having crammed a charge of powder in it, set it ofi^" with a slow match in the upper entry of I^orth College. At the hour of two they dug a deep pit around the cannon, but though they had stolen ropes and levers from the Observatory, and though they called out a ^^ posse comitatus" consisting of Davvey, Mose DeWitt, and Price, to aid them, the ord- nance proved too heavy to lift. While toiling and strug- gling thus a mysterious figure was literally gliding along HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1870. 39 the path across the Campus. The toilers concealed them- selves. The figure cireumuavigated West College, came around the rear of Clio Hall, and approached them from behind. By this time they were pretty well satisfied that the midnight ghost was no less than John on one of his periodical prowls. He prowled to some purpose that night, having caught George Keasbey out of his room, scaring poor Gaston by threats of punishment for the only thing he (Gaston) hadn't done, and arousing Gig Howell's indignation by interrupting his "polling." Keasbey was suspended for one week and afterward the cannon was left to requiescat in imce. N'ot so with the powder, that was buried in a coal-box in I^Torth College and discharged by a fuse. The concussion demolished ventilators, brought a frightened shirt-tail brigade to an upright position and startled the people far and near. In the class elections Glen was elected President, F. W ARD, Secretary, A. Joline, Treasurer. Hooper in vacating the chair he had filled with such credit, entertained the class a few minutes with a pithy speech and received we believe a vote of thanks. Chiss caps and canes were now the exciting topics, the latter finding a warm supporter in Tom Swenk, Several meetings were convened and committees appointed. The size, shape, and color of the adopted cap defies description. The cane was an elaborate aflair, consisting of an ebony stick surmounted with an ivory handle, gracefully adorned with a grape vine as a sign of conviviality. Around the handle was a silver clasp, bearing name of the owner and the words " '70 class cane." We made a grand debut on the Saturday of the 1st. Chapel stage speaking created a sensation, especially among the ladies, who gazed with beaming features upon jaunty caps, the "blooded" cane, and ye gallant Sophs. ISTear the end of October our nine came to grief at the hands of the Faculty. The temptation to play '69 after 2 40 HISTOEY OF THE CLASS OF 1870. o'clock was too strong to be resisted by either nine. As a natural consequence both were summoned before John, who after lecturing them for over an hour closed by saying that base ball was base in more than one respect, and sus- pended all for one week. They recited privately to the Professors during their probation, at the expiration of which on promise of never again infringing on the College laws, they were reinstated in all the rights and privileges of stu- dents. To blind Faculty and students, also to better pave the way for the grand Rake at close of the year, Thomas, Parry, ScHBLL, Glenn and others met in 41 North College, to con- sider the expediency of issuing a small sheet or pamphlet. This plan met with general favor and almost immediately their literar}^ labors commenced. The Fresh in some way got an inkling of the project and the following poster star- ed us in the face as we attended prayers on the morning of November 10th : PRO S PECTUS OF THE SOI^H. '^ MIRROR!" ORIGINALITY IS OUR BOAST ! We are bored at not receiving the expected applause when we made our debut in Class Caps ! ! ! WE MAKE ANOTHER DESPERATE ATTEMPT IN PUBLISHING THE MIRROR The undersigned beg the patronage of the whole College for their first efibrts in originality. We propose soon to publish a paper entitled The, Mirror of '70, so called by us, that in it will be reflected our own natural vileness and baseness, which may served to point out a course of life ever to be shunned by all succeeding Classes. HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1870. 41 It has been heretofore the custom of the Sophomore Chiss to publish a sheet of a similar nature, under the name of Paul Pry, but thinking such a brilliant class ought to give it a more brilliant name, we have called it The Mirror. LOOK AT OUR LIST OF CONTRIBUTORS : Imbrie, Buck, (King of the Sophs,) Pierce, Swenk, ^N'agle, Davis, N'issley, Baby Rawlins, Culbertson and Gummere. FROM THE SENIOR CLASS : WiTHiNGTOx, Converse, Davey, Howell and Turner. Freshmen are withering under the expected stroke. PERSEVERANTIA OMNIA VINCIT. Bi@* Copies can be subscribed for at Dr. Baker's Drug Store, whom you all kuow is the Student's great friend. PATRICK HENRY, \ ^ A. SCHELL, 'I Editors. This exceedingly clever trick did not frustrate the orig- inal plan. On the night of the 16th of November, Glen, Thomas and Schell distributed the "Mirrors" in the differ- ent college buildings. They were neatly bound pamphlets dedicated to '69 and '71, with the motto — "Oh would some power the giftie gie us, To see ourselves as others see us." Though small in size the quality made ample amends for the quantity. The Fall elections in New York and New Jersey were duly celebrated by a big bonfire around the cannon, by appropriate speeches, and by enthusiastic cheers. Some would-be politicians kept their spirits up by pouring spirits down, and when called on were too full of "Oh, be joyful," for very spirited effusions. The following three weeks teemed with stirring events. To faithfully record all the disturbances in the class-room. 42 HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1870. the individual "sprees" and adventures, and the man}^ rides on that straight and broad road 'that leads |to expulsion, would be an endless task. A few of the most worthy will be briefly mentioned. One evening the " Son of a Gambolier" appeared. We believe it emanated from the Sepoy Club. At any rate, a crowd having done justice to Mrs. Davis' oysters, assisted by '^Parepa Rosa," came up jSTassau Street singing that song now so familiar to all. Smith was first serenaded — then a small "stash" was given Johnny. Dr. Atwater next receiv- ed a visit. Mose with his colored band " jined in the cho- rus," and merrily did the welkin ring with the inspiring strains of this melodious song. The renowned metaphysi- cian did not appreciate it. 'Next day Eby was summoned before his royal highness and accused of singing a "baccha- nalian ditty." Eby told him that a rich vein of morality characterized the new production. "How can that be," replied the Professor, "when such expressions as 'drinking your lager beer' and 'taking your whiskey clear' close each stanza?" Peters a day or two after invested to the extent of |1.75 in a pack of cards. A. Henry, Swenk and ISTissley were invited in to initiate them Just as Peters was handling the pasteboards with the ease and dexterity of an old faro dealer, the door was unceremoniously opened and mean- dering Johnny turned up trump. "Ugh, ugh, gambling, Mr. Peters ! Did not expect this of 3'ou. Give me the cards or I will send you home!" Peters was loth to obey. A certain sadness always hovers around the parting of old friends. There was no alternative, however, so Peters "dealt" Johnny a "full hand," who immediately "shuflied" them and himself out of the room, and both "Were lost to sight, to memory dear.'' Closely following this seizure came the troubles with the bell. This for a long time had been considered a nuisance. At seven o'clock every morning refreshing slumbers and HISTORY OP THE CL\3 5 OF 1870. 43 pleasant dreams were rudely disturbed by its infernal cling- clang. One would scarcely have time to incase his feet in cavalry boots, don a long overcoat, and reach prayers in season for roll-call. Gaston, Keasbey, Schell, Thomas, Provost, and several other devotees of pleasure concocted the plan of giving it, as well as themselves, a rest. Pro- vost's eloquence bordered on the sublime when he said to his companions : "Good friends, sweet friends, let me not stir you up to any sudden act of mutiny ; mutiny it is not, it is justice to yourselves as Sophs, justice to the whole college, justice to a hard-working community, that there should be one morning on which that long-tongued, hollow-headed, noisy devil of a bell should hold its peace. So now let us be up and doing." That night with powder they tried to break the door leading to the roof. This failed. N'ext night, stuffing the locks with Plaster of Paris, they started for the rope in the cellar. A. Joline and Schell performed sentinel's duty outside ; Savage with a pick-axe demolished the door ; Thomas held a candle ; while Keasbey^ mounted on Glen's shoulders, sawed away at the rope. Their duty accom- plished, they adjourned to 41 i^orth, when, thinking the rope was not cut sufficiently short, they again visited the cellar. The strain on the rope this time caused the bell to ring. Provost gave the alarm; Glen rushed for the main door, reached it just as Tute Pennington dropped from the library window, and with a yell " Look out for the Tute !" like an antelope he started for Whig Hall. Tute Sloss, rising from the ground, tried to check his onward course. "In for a penny, in for a pound," thought Glen, as, using his head for a battering ram, he struck Sloss full in the stomach, sending him to mother earth. Keasbey and Thomas cut in another direction ; ere they could gain the campus recruited Sloss and Johnnie met them. Back they dove into the cellar where, after floundering over the coal beds and tumbling over woodpiles, they reached an open window and crawled forth, as events proved not a moment 44 HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1870. too soon. Puffing around the library came Tute and Jolm- nie. Keasbey, followed by Pennington, made for East College, leaped the hedge by Aiken's, vaulted Mrs. Potter's, gate and saved himself. Thomas was equally fortunate'; his long legs came admirably into play, and poor John for once was distanced. Througho.ut the year attempts were repeatedly made to destroy the bell-rope, but none succeed- ed until Junior year. General Hooper's c]ub„ started in Fresh year, composed of the German Orphans, was probably the j oiliest, happiest club that ever existed in ISTassau Hall. In gastronomic feats, in wit and in sociality, it could not be surpassed. Time and space will prevent the Historian from mentioning but few of the many scenes there daily enacted. To be eligible for membership one must be able to give and take a joke, stand high in class, and pay proper observance to all college rules and regulations. Hooper represented the wit : his numerous sallies were received amid prolonged and vociferous applause ; right after which Guernsey "strikes a mine" and goes twenty -five cents for ale — e. g., that famous Thanksgiving dinner when all were exhilarant. A noted "brave" and General were especially so. After sundry courses of chickens, turkeys, etc., rendered palatable by Fenning's ale, they called on the Episcopalian minister. General as usual has an eye for "the True, the Beautiful, and the Good," particularly the Beautiful ; for calling the attention of one of the ladies to the leafless trees, he remarks : "Madam, what a graphic appearance those trees present!" The "brave" retires at 2 p. m., sleeps until 11 o'clock next day, then wants to know if chapel-bell is ringing ; if not, he sleepeth. Bulliphant plays "nigger-euchre" with Bill Simpson's boy, thirty games for a cent ; licks the boy for winning. Davis, I^issley, and Schell go to Philadelphia: are "blooded," so stop at the Girard House. Amusing scene at the breakfast table next morning. ISTissley can't make out the names of "them French things." Schell HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1870. 45 orders brcad-and-milk, he is troubled with dyspepsia. Da- vis says "he '11 take ice cream and oysters :" waiter replies, " Don't have that for breaJ:fast." "AVhat did Schell order," says Ned ; waiter informs him "he ordered what was on the bill of ftire." "Well," mutters Ned, "give me the bill of fare for ?m/ breakfast." Nagle one day says " More meat for Davis." Davis, "mad," proposes to meet Ben back of North College at 9 a. m. ; accepted ; bets about even on the Dutchman; slight decline in favor of J. 0. Ben. 9 a. m., immense concourse of German Orphans to witness the festivities; both champions 7io7i est. Standing "goak" for two months. Sharp and Guernsey indulge in a small skirmish. Sharp : " Hello, Gi-Gi-Gig, wherc's my Ta-Ta- Tacitus?" Gig (bored) "D-d— n your Ta-Tacitus." Niss- LEY gets a plug; buys old style; saves |2.50; much elated thereat ; employs Jim Johnson to curtail his " Methodist garment" and appeareth '' resplendently magnolious" in a Chesterfield ; lays siege to Miss Stryker. He "goaketh ;" yea verily, as follows : "I'm a high-striker now!" Nagle demands an explanation ; Guernsey strikes "another mine" and peace is restored to the agitated assembl3\ For food, potatoes and tomatoes were served up one day, tomatoes and potatoes the next, for a change. Dessert remained firm throughout, the market being mainly supplied with rice- pudding. A chess-club was formed this term. Match games were played with the "Semmies," who won the first by cheating; the second was a draw, after playing eighteen hours ; the third was indefinitely postponed. A. Henry is at present the champion "playist" of '70. Professor Duifield's severe illness prevented an examina- tion in his branch at the close of this session ; with this exception the usual "sessionals" were passed; the hearty "good bye !" and "pleasant vacation to you !" followed, and we parted to meet again on the 2d of January in the college chapel, under the consecrated walls of our beloved college. SECOND SESSION. The commencement of this session was attended with a remarkable incident ; Kbasbey for once was joresent at the first roll-call. This event ever remained unexplained. This gentleman's lateness was proverbial; he was late at prayers, late at breakfast, late in handing in essaj-s. late for recitation, in short, late everywhere. Aiken always waited two minutes atter the bell stop];>ed ringing for "Signor" to take his seat. Finally he became so notorious in this particular that John summoning him before the Faculty, informed him if he did not correct this idiosyncrasy he would soon be the late Mr. Kbasbey. The faces of the new members soon became familiar, and immediately we commenced the usual studies and duties attending the latter half of Sophomore year; marked not so much bj" the ordinary run of events as by the rumors and fact that Dr. Maclean had resigned the presidency of Nassau Hall, Professor Cameron at our first meeting complimented us on the interest shown and proficiency acquired in his branch. He cancelled all previous disorder marks and assigned fifteen lines for our first lesson in Homer. Soon we saw TcoXXaxci; a-KOuaac. and came to ^oojtiiz itocvca "Hpr^. "When we reached d.T^pi.axYjV xoupYjV, Pkice by chance was called upon. Cam succeeded in exciting the risibilities of the class by cracking a joke on that individual. " Jy^Aa-But" provoked no little merriment by his original scanning. The HISTORY OF THE CLASS OF 1870. 47 applause that greeted his efforts elicited from Cam that proverbial joke, " Gentlemen, let us have none but metrical /W'/." He startled the class one morning by slioutiug in his deep, sonorous voice, " Where is t^ > ^ P> o ^ P < ■^ --A ..28 16 41 2..56 26 1..62 6 "37 41 775 669 261 13 35 2..69 21 1..69 lO ..76 lb 41 2..5b 22 I. .37 13 ..81 9 24 2..66 16 1..77 3 "33 10 27 2..70 24 2..40 4 ..40 6 19 3.. 16 8 I ■•33 4 ..66 9 31 3"44 18 2.. 6 ..66 41 952 778 299 2B 3B IB LF C ss CF RF P ss 3B SS ss RF C Played 59 games in all. Won 36. Lost 20. Tie, 3. Tota' runs for '70, 1,207. Total runs for opponents, 935. ' 70' s average Opponents' average, 15.8. Average runs to each game game 20.5. over opponents, 4.7. LIBRARY OF CONGRESS 028 321 432 1 All members changing their address before next March, would confer a favor by informing the Historian of the same, addressing all communica- tions to HiLLSBGRO, N. H.