The Rattler (Previous issues)

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  St. Louis College Bulletin (Volume 4, Issue 4, Edition 1)

  St. Mary's University

  Volume 4, Issue 4 of The Rattler includes an article discussing tariffs and a summary of recently released films, noting Bob Hampton of Placer as one of the best pictures of the year. The issue describes Santa’s visit to the primary students and mentions the approaching New Year. Both the Senior and Junior Spanish-American Clubs held social gatherings before the holidays. Basketball is organizing and beginning its season, and there is an article highlighting the beauty of Brackenridge Park. The issue also recounts a lively Christmas celebration and a well-received musical recital held on December 10 at S.L.C., concluding with a listing of class honors.

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  St. Louis College Bulletin (Volume 4, Issue 3, Edition 1)

  St. Mary's University

  Volume 4, Issue 3 of The Rattler focuses on preparations for Christmas and seasonal blessings. It reviews the new film Pinch Hitter, which proved popular among students, while Your Best Friend received a more moderate response. The issue also summarizes the football team’s recent games and reports that younger students held debates in their primary school classes. It concludes with a listing of class honors.

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  St. Louis College Bulletin (Volume 4, Issue 2, Edition 1)

  St. Mary's University

  Volume 4, Issue 2 of The Rattler includes an article questioning whether education should play a role in suffrage. It also provides updates on the whereabouts of the previous year’s graduates and mentions the celebration of Thanksgiving. The film Penrod is noted as the premiere of the month, along with other movie releases. A Halloween variety show was performed, and the students’ annual retreat took place from October 22–25. The issue also summarizes the football teams’ games across the varsity, second, and third squads and concludes with a listing of class honors.

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  St. Louis College Bulletin (Volume 4, Issue 1, Edition 1)

  St. Mary's University

  Volume 4, Issue 1 of The Rattler discusses whether Latin should remain part of the school curriculum and recounts a student summer camping trip. It also reports a sighting of a K-2 submarine. Students were welcomed back to St. Louis College with a screening of the film Molly O., and the St. Mary’s Alumni held a successful barbecue on campus. The issue notes faculty changes for the new year, the introduction of a school broadcast radio show, updates on the football team’s smaller roster but respectable performance, and concludes with a listing of class honors.

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  St. Louis College Bulletin (Volume 3, Issue 9, Edition 1)

  St. Mary's University

  Volume 3, Issue 9 of The Rattler is the commencement edition. It features the roll of students and a full list of the graduating class, highlighting those completing their studies. The issue also recognizes various student achievements, including awards and honors presented at the end of the academic year. Overall, the edition focuses on celebrating the accomplishments of students and marking the close of the school year.

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  St. Louis College Bulletin (Volume 3, Issue 8, Edition 1)

  St. Mary's University

  Volume 3, Issue 8 of The Rattler discusses national issues surrounding labor strikes and notes that commencement day is approaching. The Oratorical Contest, limited to the III and IV High classes, proved to be a close and engaging competition. The Catholic Art Association presented the film The Blasphemer, and the issue also reflects on the observances of Holy Week and Easter on campus. In addition, the second musicale of the year was held, and the feast of St. Robert—celebrated as College Day in honor of the Rev. President’s nameday on April 29—was observed at St. Louis College. The Orioles baseball team also opened its season.

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  St. Louis College Bulletin (Volume 3, Issue 7, Edition 1)

  St. Mary's University

  Volume 3, Issue 7 of The Rattler features an article on mesmerism and discusses various campus lectures that were often illustrated with film reels or slides, particularly on educational and Catholic missionary subjects. The issue also expresses excitement for the approaching Easter season. Photographers have been spotted around campus, and the junior baseball team has opened its season, while the senior team has begun playing in its new uniforms. Mr. Gordon Damon of the State Department of Education conducted the annual inspection of the High School Department of St. Louis College. Additionally, the Catholic Students’ Mission Crusade was officially organized, and the St. John Berchmans Acolytical Society was formally established. The Musical Association’s recital included the zither among its instruments, and the issue concludes with the listing of class honors.

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  St. Louis College Bulletin (Volume 3, Issue 6, Edition 1)

  St. Mary's University

  Volume 3, Issue 6 of The Rattler discusses the Disarmament Conference and announces the formation of a new Camera Club on campus. The issue also features an article describing a coyote hunt and reports that membership in the Senior Sodality continues to grow. Baseball enthusiasm is strong around the college as the season approaches. In addition, students from I High and II High presented an entertaining program on February 26 at 7:30 p.m., marking the first public appearance for many of them, and they performed their parts very well.

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  St. Louis College Bulletin (Volume 3, Issue 5, Edition 1)

  St. Mary's University

  Volume 3, Issue 5 of The Rattler reflects on the month of February by highlighting the life and leadership of George Washington and praising Abraham Lincoln for his actions during the Civil War. The issue reports that the basketball team faced a difficult season due to injuries, managing to play only two of their six scheduled games. It also announces that a unit of the C.S.M.C. has been organized at St. Louis College. Academically, the Second Business Class completed the Banking Set and, to complement their studies with practical experience, sought admission to the San Antonio Institutes. The issue also notes that alumni have recently been in contact with the college.

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  St. Louis College Bulletin (Volume 3, Issue 4, Edition 1)

  St. Mary's University

  Volume 3, Issue 4 of The Rattler includes an article discussing the difficulties of cattle raising and reports on a mysterious crime committed at the old monastery of St. François in Paris. The issue extends New Year’s wishes to its readers and describes how students observed the feast of Our Lady, Patroness of the United States, under the title of the Immaculate Conception. The S. L. C. Literary Circle hosted several successful debates. The Christmas celebration is highlighted as a great success. In athletics, football season has ended, and preparations for basketball are beginning. The issue also reports the passing of Father Chaminade after he suffered a stroke, and concludes with the listing of class honors for December.

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  St. Louis College Bulletin (Volume 3, Issue 3, Edition 1)

  St. Mary's University

  Volume 3, Issue 3 of The Rattler describes the joyful spirit of Christmas around campus. The Senior Sodality continues its regular Friday night meetings and remains active in its mission, welcoming more than fifteen new aspirants, while the Minim, or Third Division Sodality, was the first to be organized for the year. The Literary Circle also held a debate before the entire student body and members of the faculty. The issue expresses the sympathies of the faculty and students to Reverend Brother Peter, the beloved vice-president, following the sudden passing of his mother in Chicago. It also reports that the football season has concluded, with the Juniors claiming the 1921 Junior Championship of San Antonio, while the Midgets finished a successful season with seven victories and one defeat to become champions. The issue concludes with recognition of students receiving class honors.

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  St. Louis College Bulletin (Volume 3, Issue 2, Edition 1)

  St. Mary's University

  Volume 3, Issue 2 of The Rattler includes an editorial arguing why Texas should adopt the referendum. The issue also reports the passing of the son of a beloved faculty member and announces the annual retreat for the current scholastic year. Updates are given on athletics, noting that the senior football team has played its first three games but remains relatively light and inexperienced, while the junior squad is showing strong promise. The Senior Sodality will hold its regular meetings every Tuesday at 7:15 p.m., and the Junior Sodality of the Immaculate Conception has been fully organized. The issue also mentions the upcoming Disarmament Conference in Washington, reports several changes in the faculty, and recognizes students who have received class honors.

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  St. Louis College Bulletin (Volume 3, Issue 1, Edition 1)

  St. Mary's University

  Volume 3, Issue 1 of The Rattler reports on the Columbus Day celebration and highlights several improvements being made across campus, including upgrades to the boiler house, bathrooms, playgrounds, and waste systems. The issue also provides a rundown of popular films currently being released and announces the opening of the football season. Chaminade Hall is nearly complete, with its physical laboratory already in use, private rooms occupied, and club rooms expected to be ready for winter. The issue also reflects on the 27th Commencement, describing it as the fitting conclusion to one of the most successful scholastic terms in the history of St. Louis College.

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  St. Louis College Bulletin (Volume 2, Issue 10, Edition 2)

  St. Mary's University

  Volume 2, Issue 10 of The Rattler recognizes and expresses gratitude to the benefactors of the college whose support helped sustain its growth. The issue also reports that the new dormitory, Chaminade Hall, is quickly attracting prospective occupants as it nears full use.

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  St. Louis College Bulletin (Volume 2, Issue 9, Edition 1)

  St. Mary's University

  Volume 2, Issue 9 of The Rattler provides a detailed account of the commencement exercises, including the various performances held for the occasion. It also includes a complete list of students, along with the honors and awards presented during the ceremonies.

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  St. Louis College Bulletin (Volume 2, Issue 8, Edition 1)

  St. Mary's University

  Volume 2, Issue 8 of The Rattler congratulates the graduating class and reports on several important events at the college. On April 24, Mr. Paul G. Villaret, cashier of the Central Trust Company—San Antonio’s largest bank—gave the students an instructive talk on banking. The Musical Association held its annual public recital, and the Rt. Rev. Bishop visited the chapel to administer the Sacrament of Confirmation. The issue also includes further discussion of the Great War and reports that Chaminade Hall is nearly complete. In athletics, the representative team struggled this season due to a lack of players, though the Orioles finished the season as champions.

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  St. Louis College Bulletin (Volume 2, Issue 7, Edition 1)

  St. Mary's University

  Volume 2, Issue 7 of The Rattler discusses arbitration and its importance in global politics. Students were unexpectedly called to the auditorium to witness the remarkable typewriting demonstrations of Mr. Albert Tangora, winner of the 1919 International Amateur Typewriting Championship. That evening also featured a presentation on the “King of the Rails,” the electric locomotive, highlighting its development and its role in modern travel and transportation. The issue also gives recognition to the Booster Club, announces that the new dormitory will be named Chaminade Hall, and reports that the Orioles baseball team continues to enjoy a successful season.

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  St. Louis College Bulletin (Volume 2, Issue 6, Edition 1)

  St. Mary's University

  Volume 2, Issue 6 of The Rattler highlights the importance of school pride and college spirit within the student body. Guest speaker Mr. Earl Lacey delivered a patriotic address that inspired the students. Oratorical contests were held, and the Feast of St. Joseph was celebrated. Construction on the new dormitory continues to progress, while the Orioles baseball team is enjoying a successful season.

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  St. Louis College Bulletin (Volume 2, Issue 5, Edition 1)

  St. Mary's University

  Volume 2, Issue 5 of The Rattler spotlights a particularly eventful month on campus. The public debate hosted by the S.L.C. Literary Circle stands out as February’s chief event and is praised as one of the finest student performances in recent years. The issue also marks the passing of midterm examinations and celebrates the groundbreaking of the long-anticipated new dormitory, signaling continued growth for the college. In athletics, it provides a detailed overview of the varsity basketball standings along with updates on the Orioles’ season, rounding out a month defined by academic progress, institutional development, and competitive spirit.

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  St. Louis College Bulletin (Volume 2, Issue 4, Edition 1)

  St. Mary's University

  Volume 2, Issue 4 of The Rattler highlights political and civic engagement both abroad and on campus. The issue comments on political conditions in Mexico and the Catholic Church’s call for peace. Local leaders—including San Antonio’s Postmaster, Fire Chief, and Hon. E. H. Lange—addressed students on government operations, postal services, and fire prevention. The Entertainment Committee continues planning semester events, current motion pictures are reviewed, and the basketball squad is briefly noted.

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  St. Louis College Bulletin (Volume 2, Issue 3, Edition 1)

  St. Mary's University

  Volume 2, Issue 3 of The Rattler captures the festive spirit of the Christmas season at the college while reflecting on the success of recent campus events, including a well-received Halloween celebration. The issue highlights the continued dedication of the orchestra and music department, noting their ongoing rehearsals and performances. In athletics, the football team has experienced a few setbacks but maintains a strong overall record, having secured victories in the majority of its games.

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  St. Louis College Bulletin (Volume 2, Issue 2, Edition 1)

  St. Mary's University

  Volume 2, Issue 2 of The Rattler offers a reflective examination of Thanksgiving, exploring its historical origins and enduring significance. The issue reports that the recent Columbus Day celebration was a patriotic success and announces the passing of Brother Luette. It also highlights the business department’s growing engagement with members of the local community to further its development initiatives. In athletics, the football season has officially opened, and detailed statistics are provided for both the St. Louis College Midget Team and the Orioles.

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  St. Louis College Bulletin (Volume 2, Issue 1, Edition 1)

  St. Mary's University

  Volume 2, Issue 1 of The Rattler highlights several developments and upcoming events within the campus community. Construction is underway on a new dormitory, marking continued institutional growth. Faculty members and the brothers participated in a summer retreat, fostering community and reflection. Interior renovations have been completed in campus buildings, and efforts are being made to secure high-quality films for student viewing. The issue also announces plans for a Columbus Day celebration and reports that football training season has officially begun.

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  St. Louis College Bulletin (Volume 1, Issue 10, Edition 1)

  St. Mary's University

  Volume 1, Issue 10 of The Rattler recognizes the academic achievements of K- 12 students and graduates across all departments of the college, publishing official class honors. The issue also presents a detailed program of commencement exercises, outlining the performances and presentations that marked the conclusion of the academic year.

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  St. Louis College Bulletin (Volume 1, Issue 9, Edition 1)

  St. Mary's University

  Volume 1, Issue 9 of The Rattler highlights key religious and athletic events on campus. The annual May Procession was held, and the Most Reverend A. J. Drossaerts of administered the Sacrament of Confirmation to twenty-seven students in the chapel. The issue also provides a complete list of the baseball team’s opponents and recognizes the S.L.C. Orioles for their hard work alongside the Varsity team.