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June 4, 1938
On June 4, 1938, Jersey College celebrated the graduation of 187 students, marking a significant milestone in women's education as degrees were conferred by Dr. Clothier. This event occurred against a backdrop of growing opportunities for women in higher education and the expanding role of women in society during the late 1930s. Meanwhile, across the nation, social dynamics were shifting as economic recovery from the Great Depression continued, and traditional family values remained a cornerstone of American life. In addition to the graduation, two weddings took place: Mrs. Noah Wyckoff married C.U. Caesar in a ceremony at the Collegiate Church of St. Nicholas, while Eleanore Davis wed Pemberton Lincoln at St. James Church, attended by close friends and family. These personal celebrations reflected the enduring significance of community and familial bonds in a time of broader societal change.
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On June 4, 1938, Jersey College held its commencement ceremony, graduating 187 students with degrees. Dr. Clothier conferred the degrees, with Vera M. Dean delivering a speech on foreign policy. The graduating seniors also presented a library fund as their class gift.
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On June 4, 1938, Mrs. Noah D. L. Wyckoff married Chas U. Caesar in a ceremony at the Collegiate Church of St. Nicholas. The event attracted notable guests and was marked by a celebration of love and commitment. This marriage united two prominent families in the community.
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Eleanore Davis became Eleanore Lincoln after her marriage to Pemberton Lincoln on June 4, 1938, at St. James Church in Great Barrington. The ceremony featured three attendants, including maid of honor Miss Augusta D. Farnham and best man John Lincoln Jr. This union took place in a picturesque setting, highlighting the elegance of mid-20th-century nuptials.
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