ILLUSTRATIONS

From drawings by Fletcher Ransom

[The First Encounter with the Sophomores]

"You big, green Freshman from Squeedunk.... We'll give you just five seconds to take off that ugly hat, and if you don't——"

[After the Rush]

In walked ... the little Sophomore, and behind him a very big Sophomore. Young recognised him as the one....

[Hazing]

"Now both sit up on your haunches and chatter awhile."

[The Hero of the Bell-Clapper]

Lee was one of the most prominent and popular men in the class.

["Meek Butt of all Classes!"]

Before curfew rang in Old North at the close of that day, the whole college was talking about it.

["The Invincibles"]

They had a dignified negro waiter, and they dined in the evening and it all seemed very fine and luxurious.

[2 a.m.]

However, after saying good night ... he would sneak off to his room, tie a wet towel around his head, and pole....

[The Meeting]

"I don't know, mother," he said slowly, "I don't know...."


CHAPTER I