THE BATTALION.
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Ooershiver, Ragsdale, Hirschfield, Dowell, Tips, McFar
land, Piccolo Williams, Blankhead, Puckett, Alsworth
and others whose names we cannot now recall, smiled up
on us and hospitably gave us their time, just as they used
to do at College when time was so precious.
Thus we spent the day, no accident, nothing to mar
the pleasure of the occasion, except that one of our party
was sick. Mr. Boyett should have known better than to
eat all that Austin candy when he had a store full of
Blanke’s best at home.
The citizens of Austin were extravagant in their
praise of the gentlemanly behavior of the cadets. Whilst
we appreciate their encomiums, we would have them
know that we had on our everyday uniforms; that cadet
life means gentlemenly conduct.
We reached home wiser, better men, for having thus
enjoyed ourselves. It remains to see whether an outing of
the character has any effect upon the “cramming” process
which precedes final examinations.
We say again, come over Governor Sayers and bring
your court with you, bring all of Austin if you choose; we
will do you the honors of the A. & M. gratefully.