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across the way. Is dark-haired, rather tall, and fun-loving and straight-forward. She told me about all the institutions at college, etc.

My teachers--

History--Mr. Taylor--serious and and tolerant, careful in drawing conclusions and very clear in lecturing. In the first lecture he dwelt upon the values we should gain from the cource--an understanding of the record of man's set of values--his key word--, and a time and continuity sense.

French--dear Monsieur Pelmont--young(1st year here), handsome and sprightly. He first gave us an oral test and then a written one, for there were too many of us in the class. But, we assured ourselves, he is too sweet to part with any of us--and he didn't, sending some to Harvard classes,

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Biology--Mr. Welch, head of the department(?) may be our teacher. He seems genial. We [[strikethrough]] didnV! [[/strikethrough]] didn't do anything the first day.

But English is a different matter. [[strikethrough]] -Professor [[/strikethrough]] Mr. Kempton is quite a character. The hair receding in an unusual way from his face and something about his hollowed eyes gave him a specteral appearance when he dramatically announced: "This is going to be the strangest cource you have ever taken," and waited for effect. His pauses were frequent and well-timed.

Then, with a sly smile, he invited our ideas of carrying on class, writing themes, and making progress. To each he gave a seizing smile and mere ly replied, "Yes, I think so," or challenged us directly. But he waited until the end for his final bombshell: "From what I h ave been hearing, you have some very foolish ideas about writing. There should be only two factors to consider--the motive and the style. The former should be for a public performance I do not approve of your walks with God . You must always consider your public foremost." Style, he considered, was a form not to be worshipped, but "a unique combination of familiar trifles,", the perfect style being invisible.

Then he assigned a 1000 word composition for next Wed. upon any subject whatever, cheerily adding, [[strikethrough]] B [[/strikethrough]] "Only those 25 who pass in perfect papers shall remain with me." There are 28 of us. That makes 10% of the class.

If his intention was to arouse opposition, delight, or fear, he succeeded. I certainly hope he scares three people away.

Got a letter from Dolores today as well as from you folks,'

The apples will be greatly appreciated. Some other girls have got supplies. I must write Sophy. Our meals have been grand with but one exception: night before last we ate cream puffs with chocolate sauce for dessert. That set off my cold I know. Breakfast consists of a bowl of cereal, milk, and orange huice for me,but there are often hotcakes, always toast and jam, etc. for those who want them too and eggs almost every day. I must get some prunes. I can cook them upstairs too. By the way, I am having my racket re-strung for $3.00. Lunch usually contains a green salad, some sort of cooked-over meat or vegetable in sauce, milk, and light dessert. For supper we have been having lamb [[strikethrough]] ste- [[/strikethrough]] slices, chicken, once fish, several vegetables, milk, and dessert. All very filling You ought to see some of the girls dish out helpings for themselves!