1915 Yearbook
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1915 Yearbook
Description
Every number deserves special mention, particularly the prize winners, and
Mr. Mell Morrin of Williamsburg, who gave a remarkably fine character reading
of a pathetic story which called for unusual expression in both voice and manner.
Mr. Morrin is graceful, his enunciation distinct and his elocutionary ability
marked.
Mr. Edward G. Rump gave a dramatic interpretation of Victor Hugo's "Jean
Valjean," and his easy transition from the wretched, cowering prisoner to the
calm dignity of the saintly Bishop evidenced his splendid training and natural
ability. One could not find a fault with the difficult interpretation and he won
the hearty approval of his auditors from the opening lines. He is to be congratulated on his well merited success.
"Gordon's Reprieve," a forceful, appealing story of a young soldier, honorable, brave, but physically sickened by the sight of blood, who won his spurs in the face of terrible odds, was given with dash and spirit by David D. Klise and
won for him second place.
Hugh G. Frazier, William Gerwe and Charles Toynbee were equally good in
their interpretations and were well received by the critical auditors who felt
amply repaid for the excellent program.
Mr. Mell Morrin of Williamsburg, who gave a remarkably fine character reading
of a pathetic story which called for unusual expression in both voice and manner.
Mr. Morrin is graceful, his enunciation distinct and his elocutionary ability
marked.
Mr. Edward G. Rump gave a dramatic interpretation of Victor Hugo's "Jean
Valjean," and his easy transition from the wretched, cowering prisoner to the
calm dignity of the saintly Bishop evidenced his splendid training and natural
ability. One could not find a fault with the difficult interpretation and he won
the hearty approval of his auditors from the opening lines. He is to be congratulated on his well merited success.
"Gordon's Reprieve," a forceful, appealing story of a young soldier, honorable, brave, but physically sickened by the sight of blood, who won his spurs in the face of terrible odds, was given with dash and spirit by David D. Klise and
won for him second place.
Hugh G. Frazier, William Gerwe and Charles Toynbee were equally good in
their interpretations and were well received by the critical auditors who felt
amply repaid for the excellent program.
Date
1915
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St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust St., Davenport, IA 52803
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