The new members are: first so

pranos— Maralee Beaver. Jo B. Brooks, Marlys McRoberts, Esther Miller. Dorris Murdock: first altos

_Lucy Blough. Geraldine Hedges,

Dorothy Kurtz, Evelyn Metzger; first tenors—David Albright, Marvin Krelibiel, Kent Naylor; first basses

_Gordon Corwin, Ernest Ikenberry,

Robert Keim, John Sheets, Carl Zigler; second sopranos Alice Ruth Bailey, Avis Erb, Bernice Lind-strom, Phyllis Olwin, Rebecca Spear; second altos—Mildred Cartner, Doris Coppock, June Landis, Gertrude Wilkins; second tenors—Willard

Agee, Wayne Bowman, Keith Burton. Paul Wagoner; second basses— Charles Dumond, Byron Fisher, Bill Giles, Paul Klotz, Donald Scofield.

Regular rehearsals will continue on Wednesdays from 4:00-6:00.

Kent Naylor, president of the Western Region Youth Department, spoke on the subject, “What After Today?” As an introductory note of his main thoughts he gave a humorous account of his new and novel experiences as he toured the western region this summer. Several projects were presented to the group as worthy of thoughtful consideration in the near future. With a challenge to greater service he drew his talk to a close.

As a benediction the quartet sang “The Lord Bless You and Keep You.”

The English River Church is located near South English, Iowa, and is a large rural church. At the afternoon meeting of the anniversary celebration it was disclosed that the church had sent thirty men into the ministry and that it had a building fund sufficient to build a new church in the near future.

While in Iowa Dr. Mohler stayed at the home of the parents of Elizabeth Holsopple, a freshman at McPherson.

Dr, Mohler Speaks On Great Nations

ions" in Chapel Wednesday morning Dr.Mohler questioned why we the five leading nations as we do today. Just why do we rate Russia France, United States, China, and England at the top?

First he mentioned combination. To gain the fullest advantage from college we should make the right combination of subjects. Determination, the second nation, will govern how far we go when the way becomes rough. We cannot all do everything and we must resign ourselves to some facts in life; resignation. Every person needs imagination no matter how young or old and life will become very dull if a person fails to have it. The fifth nation, co-ordination, is important in that we put all things together to make our qualities work to the best advantage.

Dr. and Mrs. Burton Metzler were hosts to the Student Ministers, and some of the men’s wives, Tuesday night at their home. A buffet dinner was served by Miss Ann Oberst and Mary Metzler. Dr. Metzler introduced the program. Dr. W. W. Peters gave a short talk. Nineteen students ministers were present. Two of the members, Charles Dumond. and Dave Albright, are holding evangelistic meetings at the Friends Church of the Brethren near Scott City, Kansas.

The first regular Thursday evening S. C. A. program of the year got under way at 6:45 in the S.U.R. with Kent Naylor leading the group in a few camp songs, followed by a more serious number “Are Ye Able.” Willard Agee read the 12th chapter of Romans and then offered the prayer of the evening.

Miss Mary Schaeffer, the speaker of the evening, was then introduced by Mark Emswiler. Miss Schaeffer is a returned missionary from China, having spent twenty-three years in the field. She has had many varied and valuable experiences and related a few of them to the group. Her main thoughts were directed towards tying up the work of the Student Christian Association with the total mission program of the church, not only for one church, but of all churches. She lamented the failure of the generation of her day in keeping the peace which was supposedly established at the close of World War I and pointed out that the gigantic task facing this generation is to complete the work which they failed to accomplish. Miss Schaeffer asked the question, “What is missions?” “it is,” she said, “not what many believe it to be, only foreign work, but also, work on the home front.” It is her belief that the student of today can play the larger part in making the church of today conscious of the need for service to our fellow men, both at home and abroad. Again, she wonders how we are going to make other people believe that we have an interest in them and that we have a desire to help them, and that we want to share our Christ with them, when we have such profound race prejudices in our own nation. It is going to be the student of today that must create a better feeling in the American people toward other peoples, especially Japan, if it is ever to be created.

Question Box

A list of general information questions will appear in this column from time to time. Test yourself and see how many you can answer correctly.

Professor James M. Berkebile elected sponsor of the senior class at a meeting held at 12:45 on Monday. September 17. This will be the third consecutive year that Professor Berkebile has been sponsor of the class.

BYPD vespers were held Sunday night despite a pouring rain beforehand. The wet ground necessitated

Bechtold Is High In Freshmen Tests

Top honors in the Freshman English test go to Miss Margaret Bechtold, of Smith Center High School. Margaret scored her way to the top of the English classes with 148 points. Gordon Corwin of McPherson ranked second with a total of 146 points which is very close to the coveted top. Miss Ann Oberst, also of McPherson, placed third with a score of 142.

Next in line ot the ten toppers is Nina Kagarice from Castleton High School, with 140 points. Just two points lower comes a score of 138 by Mary Metzler of the McPherson High School. Marianna Stinnette of Denver is sixth, having 132.5 points. With .5 point lower, Donna Mohler, from David City, Nebraska, takes the seventh place. Another McPhersonite, Bernice Lindstrom, is eighth with 128.5 points. Ivan Lobban from Clovis, New Mexico, ranks next, having a score of 125.5. Iowa sends a winning candidate, Elizabeth Holsopple from South English, who chalked up 123.5 of the possible 150 points.

The tests are the Barrett-Ryan English Placement Tests put out by the Emporia State Teacher’s College which McPherson has given the past 13 years. This year’s freshmen averaged above those of last year in scores. The top last year were first, 134; second, 125; and third, 121.

Sunday morning the officers for the Sunday School classes were chosen. The student body has been divided into three groups, and each group has its president, vice-president, and secretary. The first class has as its president, Ruth Lichty, Marvin Blough is the vice-president, and Arlene Prentice will serve as secretary.

Edith Allen was elected president for the second group and Kent Naylor has the office of vice-president,

John Ditmars will serve the third class as president and Mildred Cartner was chosen for vice-president. Roberta Mohler will be the secretary of that class..

Tuesday, September 25, was the date of the first Thespian Club meeting of the year. The Thespian Club is the official dramatic organization on the campus.

Annette Ronk. president, presided at the meeting. Plans for the year were made in reference to the various goals that the club wishes to attain. A budget was formulated for the year.

Creaking joints, sore spots, and skinned knees were prevalent on the campus following the first skating party of the season, held Saturday evening, September 22. A large number of students met in front of Sharp Hall at 8:45 and were furnished transportation to the roller rink.

Experts and beginners skated together on the floor and everyone, alike, had a good time.

“That was fun. I hope we have some more skating parties. I’m going to learn to skate if it kills me— and it probably will.”

Our Quad Is Under Control

The 1945-46 Quadrangle moves along in an unhurried, leisurely fashion that assures onlookers everything is efficiently under control. And so it is. Last Saturday the Editor-in-chief, Pat Kennedy, and Art Editor, Keith Burton, journeyed to Wichita where they discussed the various phases of engraving and art details for the book.

The complete dummy is now in the hands of the editor who is formulating schedules for picture taking, copy editing, etc. It is with a great deal of pride that the staff announces that a professional photographer has been secured for the taking of group pictures. Wayne Bowman, photographer-in-chief, will again take the class pictures. His past experience in photography makes Wayne a capable individual to assume this task.

Susan Ikenberry, assistant editor, Marvin Blough, copy editor, and Bob Keim, sports editor, prove right hand men to the editor as they lend their assistance in all the tedious processes necessary before the completion of such a book.

Although as yet, covers have not been ordered, the staff is engaged in choosing a suitable cover. Samples have been ordered from several companies, and selections will be

The editor and business manager, Ila Verne Lobban, have contracted the Mid-Continent Engraving Co., of Wichita, Kansas, to do the engraving, the Republican will do the printing as has been the usual custom for some years.

Those who haven’t as yet purchased a Quad are requested to see Ila Verne at their earliest convenience, thus preventing confusion and disappointment next spring when the books appear.

The roll was called and the minutes read and approved. The budget hearings were conducted. Those organizations asking for funds were SCA, Debate, WAA, M Club, Thespians, Men’s Council, Social Committee, and A Cappella Choir. Women’s Council made no request for funds other than they will be allowed to operate the snack bar on the same basis as last year.

The Council approved that the furniture plan drawn up last year for the SUR be posted in that room.

It was announced that any group wishing to use the SUR should ask permission of Dale Brown.

At the regular meeting of the Student Council on September 19, all members were present. The SUR rules of last year were voted upon and decided to be satisfactory without revision. Supervision of that room was discussed.

It was moved that an announcement concerning the budget hearings be posted on the bulletin boards, in the Spectator, and announced in chapel in order that here be no misunderstandings.

The recommendations from the Board of Publications were approved. Eulalia Christ was elected to represent the student body on the radio committee.

The by-laws concerning initiation were voted upon, two of which were removed from the constitution; IId and IIe.

The council gave approval to the initiation committee to proceed with plans for the Thursday night watermelon feed without referring again to the council.

He serves Still

Here is an interesting item that comes to us from Idaho. Some of you may have heard of the shipload of cattle the Idaho Brethren devoted to Relief. Franklin Flory, former student of Mac, was delegated to take them across to Europe. Among these cattle was a young heifer, formerly the property of Herbert Ronk. deceased husband of our own Annette Ronk. His father, Rev. Charles Ronk, of Twin Falls, Idaho, donated the heifer to relief in memory of his son.

Professor R. E. Mohler attended the nineteenth anniversary celebration of the English River Church of the Brethren Sunday, September 23. Dr. Mohler was the principal speaker of the morning and evening services.

We were favored with two vocal solos, “A Spirit Flower” and “Kiss Me Again.” by Mrs. Loiver Andrews a former student of McPherson Col lege. Following these selections David Albright and Keith Burton sang a duet, “My Faith Looks Up T< Thee.” Alice Ruth Bailey then played a piano solo.

First, we are happy to be back— that is one thing of which we are certain. Frankly we are a little disappointed that you didn’t miss us more. Reading the Specs for the last couple of years we have formed the opinion that things have gone on almost as usual. You had the good old parties, basketball games, and plays that we had before. I guess we figured that it would be impossible to have these things without so many of us, but still we are happy that things have gone on almost as usual, for in general, we want to come back to Mac finding it as wo left it or better.

Forgive us if frequently we become homesick for the “good old days” when the gang was here, but it is rather hard for us to learn an entirely new set of names, only seeing a few familiar faces.

The dorm still seems mighty quiet at times and the girls lounge rather dull, but we will get use to it. We certainly are going to miss the football games this fall and all that go with them.

Freshmen Elect Officers Monday

Freshman elected their officers Monday morning in the SAR with Miss Mary Metzler to fill the position of class president. Mary Metzler, a McPherson girl, is the daughter of Dr. Metzler of the college. Paul Wagoner was elected vice-president of the class. Paul hails from Iowa. Sybil Miller of Independence, Kansas, was chosen to the office of secretary. Betty Lou Jamison from Quinter, Kansas, is the 1945-’46 treasurer. Betty Krehbiel and Cordel Ingman, both of McPherson, were elected as Student Council representatives.

This election was very close with many fellow classmates running some keen competition.

“Some day Christianity will take away their superstitions,” said Miss Mary Schaffer in telling of her experiences as a missionary to China at the chapel service Monday, September 24.

plays an important role in the life of the Chinese people there, as it is the only source of water for the people in a large part of the surrounding area.

She also told of the tent evangelism as it is in China. Unlike tent evangelism in America, it begins in the morning, with stories and games for the children, is resumed after lunch with homemaking classes for the women and worship services are conducted in the evening.

Many of the residents are addicted to the use of opium, presenting another major problem with which a missionary has to contend.

James H. Elrod, Executive Secretary of the Western Region of the Church of the Brethren, introduced the speaker, stating that in the western region this year an emphasis is being placed upon mission. At present Miss Schaeffer is located in McPherson and will be helping with the mission emphasis program being carried on in this region.

opinion that college isn't fun anymore or that good times are at a premium. There is a vital spirit that penetrates the campus which gives the college a feeling of unity and friendliness not found in a larger student body. No matter how few there may be there are still plenty of good old “bull sessions”, dorm feeds, parties, and jokes. There may be many new faces, but there are still plenty of good fellows when you get to know them. We may not have our Harrises, Klotzs, or Geiserts this year, but we do have our Burtons, Kennedys, and Forneys. Sharp Hall is still as sharp as ever, the library is almost as noisy, and Professor Hess punctual as ever.

I know we are all disappointed in one thing. Three or four years ago when we were leaving they were planning to build new tennis courts, but we came back to find plenty of money for them but only a weed patch in their place.

Yes, it is great to be back, but it will be even better when the rest of you can come home to your Alma Mater. But we cannot finish this article without remembering those who will not came back, those who have lost their lives in this war. whose place will never be filled: in memory of them we pause in silent prayer.

We will be waiting for the rest of you. Our college will not be complete until you return, and we all go “forward with McPherson College”.

Active Democracy?

When we hear the phrase, “Democracy in Action," we think of all the ennobled and historic past as having kept back the best of its wise experience for us to see today in modern living. We think of this best as a living code. It is in action; it is not cold and hard as a stone, silent, waiting to be overturned or picked up by a passerby.

Yes, democracy is a powerful tool to carve out beautiful and heroic living. Are we as students using democracy as a tool to mould our campus life into a fortress strong enough to withstand small quibbling? Are we using democracy to build a refuge from petty trifles? Are we using democracy to strengthen our willingness to compromise ?

But democracy can be a cold and silent stone. Can it be that we are carelessly leaving it to be overturned by the next fellow in line? Or if we do not have that type of indifferent attitude, is it that we refuse to see the stone at all because the other fellow wills not to see it?

Do we have democracy in action as an implement, or do we just have democracy?

From The Library

NEW Gift BOOKS From the Brethren Publishing House at Elgin. Illinois, flows a wealth of interesting and unusual hooks. The following books were recently given to the college library by the Publishing House.

SEVENTY TIMES SEVEN by Rufus D. Bowman.

Rufus D. Bowman is well known in the Church of the Brethren for his contributions as a pastor, teacher, and author. His book, THE CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN AND WAR. 1708-1941. was published in 1944. SEVENTY TIMES SEVEN represents further work in the same field. It “gives in a brief review the historical position of the church regarding war and the church's relationship to the state; the philosophical and Biblical basis for pacifism; and specific plans for a peace education program.”

CHINA SUFFERS by Ernest M. Wampler.

“The author of this book knows China. Me has lived with her people in times of abundance and of famine. He has seen the ravages of disease sweep over the villages and has been in the midst of the destruction of war. He loves the Chinese people for what they are and what they can become through the message of the church. Therefore the information here is reliable.”

PUERTO RICO by Earl S. Carver and Ernest B. Fincher.

“The authors, students of economics and government respectively, within the limits of time and freedom of action imposed by Civilian Public Service, have produced a creditable study, and it is hoped that it will find use not only in providing

The President’s Corner

The college appears to be off to a good start. There seem to be an excellent atmosphere of friendliness, good will and constructive endeavor. This is as it should be in a Christian College where spiritual values are supreme and all other values are as means to the end of the highest good for all.

We naturally anticipate a good year. How good it is however, will be determined by how well we live each day and toward what ends. The real test of its goodness will be when we reach its close and reflect upon the year’s experiences.

The best way to enjoy one’s reflective moments is to live that one will have the fewest possible regretful reflections

College—What?

Marianna Stinnete

“You’ll get out of college just what you put into it.” That’s what they told me before I came, but I don’t agree. I certainly did not put any cod-liver oil in it, but I got some —even in my hair. Oh, that smell! It almost spoiled the watermelon feed.

I still haven’t figured out why upper-classmen get such a kick out of stacking rooms, piling large heaps of unpolished shoes in front of innocent freshmen’s doors, etc.

Dorm life is quite the thing—that is, if you enjoy seeing girls go tear-

girls are alarmingly casual in the dorm.

Before I came here. I had high hopes of joining all sorts of clubs and organizations, but I find so many ultra-talented people around here, I don’t have half a chance—very situation.

The upper-classmen must really enjoy hearing us freshmen sing the college song. Why else would they have us sing it for them so often?

Freshmen days are quite an experience—indeed they are! ! !

Recreation—Canned or Active

Recreation is a vital part of living. This cannot be denied. For young people, recreation needs to be active. There are pent-up feelings to be released, fatigued minds to be relaxed, bodies to be exercised and made flexible to better serve their purpose of carrying out the commands of the mind. These facts we also know.

If, then, we need relaxation from studies and work, what is the recreation which we shall seek? Will it be some form of “canned” entertainment, such as inactive musical programs, movies, reading, viewing sports in which others participate? These are good, but they are not enough. These do relax the mind, but the body remains lazy.

We must choose some active recreation. Here in our college we have a program to enrich our moral code of living. We have a program full of studies to broaden our knowledge. We have also physical education classes two days out of seven. For many this is not satisfying. They seek and need active recreation on other days of the week as well. The physical side of our college life is a soft one. Those of us who come from farms have been accustomed to active labor and play. To us it is indispensable.

In seeking this need, we turn naturally to the college gymnasium, playground, and recreation room. In the gymnasium, a beautilul building, we find ping pong equipment, but it is sometimes not available. We find also a volley ball and net. We cannot find some desirable objects, such as a steel bar, shuffleboard, and shuttlecocks for badminton. Although there is an archery set, there is no place for it. When we come out with our tennis rackets and balls, we can find only the gymnasium in which to use them. In order to take a swim students must go to the YMCA building in downtown McPherson.

There are times at which even the gymnasium is not open. What then is left for us? Nothing but a stroll and often a

movie because we can find nothing better to do. Why are there not more and better recreational facilities available to us the students of McPherson College?

Rev. B. N. King Completes Studies

Rev. Bernard N. King, who was pastor of the McPherson Church of the Brethren from 1938 to 1944, has completed his studies for the Master of Theology degree at Boston University, and procured his degree on August 11, 1945. While at Boston he was interim pastor of the Congregational Church at Wilmington, Mass., where the family lived. Recently the Kings moved into the parsonage at 709 W. King St., York, Pa., where Rev. King is now pastor of the First Church of the Brethren of that city.

During the past year the Kings had the pleasure of entertaining several graduates of McPherson College in their home, Including Guy Hayes and family, and Bernadine Ohmart of McPherson.

SCA Book "X-Change"

The annual S. C. A. Book "X"Change, which is one of the duties of the area to execute, was very good this year. Approximately one-hundred dollars worth of reading matter was exchanged. Could this be an indication of a new era in college students curricular activities?

The purpose of the Book “X” Change is to accommodate students by handling their books for them, and also a discount of twenty per cent is deducted and given to the S.C.A., which is a source of revenue. This trust that you have given us challenges us to serve you better and in which ever capacity in which we can serve you better. We wish to thank you for selling your books through the “X" Change and please do not forget to collect your cash if your hooks were sold

Society seems to change with the changing weather. Last week we

were bursting with parties and this there hasn't been much activity along this line. I guess everybody has been too busy with committee meetings and class meetings.

Good news this time! For a while we were about to lose another freshman. Ivan Lobban, but the draft board is going to let him stay in school. Some draft boards can

he nice!

Monday evening Kline Hall celebrated the birthday of Blanche Ditmars by way of an informal surprise party. Blanche was thoroughly surprised and all had a good time. Frances Petefish, Blanche’s roommate. planned the party. Refreshments consisted of hamburgers and, cake from the College Inn.

One of our faculty members, Prof. Hershberger, is the proud father of a new bouncing baby girl. When asked what the baby’s name was. he replied with true fatherly pride, "We call her Jill.” Congratulations.

to you and Mrs. Hershberger from the Spec staff, student body and faculty.

The watermelon feed last Friday night went off in traditional style. The kids ate and ate and then went back for more. During the course of the evening one red headed freshman miss was overheard saying, "Gee, if I’d known I was falling into Blair Holman's arms, I would have fainted and stayed out until this moment," We're glad our freshmen find our student body president so impressing and likable.

By the way, have you made the acquaintance of Doris Hamer? That pert little gal from Waterloo pardon please, South Waterloo. At any rate she's loads of fun.

You've probably met that lull curly haired blond who wears his glasses on his forehead. ‘‘so they won’t wear out so soon.” It’s none other than Bill Giles, cousin to Arlene Prentice.

Iowa rather monopolizes things, but one just can’t forget Marlys Mc-Roberts, She rooms with Lucy Blough across the way and does she sing! Marlys we mean (Lucy does too, but she’s a junior).

Ever gone into Miller’s Hook Store to make a purchase? If it was on Saturday, chances are that a willowy, attractive brunette waited on you. If so, it was none other than Mary Jane Freeburg. Mary Jane is a McPhersonite from way back when music and home economics are her chief interests. We’ll not mention the other interests! She greets everyone with a characteristic which will take her places.

ing to be stag. Let's Just wait and see who he's seen with.

So Brownie has decided to play the field. Miss Ann Oberst was his guest Tuesday night as they took in a movie. Bob Kelm is giving Blair Helman a little competition. This happened Tuesday evening, also, and it was to the movie. Bob is only a freshman but Pat, being a child at heart, didn’t seem to mind.

Blair, we might say. retaliated by taking Phyllis Strickler out. A mighty nice choice.

not knowing what Kent Naylor looked like asked him where Kent was.

Much to the pleasure of the boys dorm, John was told by Kent to go to Arnold where lie had just been seen. John returned without finding him and asked Kent again where he could be found, but no one seemed to know where he was. Finally John was introduced, much to the amusement of all bystanders.

Paul and Paul, Inc., seem to be pretty good salesmen, at least Mary Metzler, and Ann Oberst weren’t too hard to persuade. The boys probably used their car for bait. Catty, aren’t we?

Zerger isn’t as down on women as he would like to have you believe.

It is all a big bluff because he was seen with one of our prettiest coeds.

Jo B., Friday night.

While mentioning last year’s couples in the paper last week we didn't mention Leona Dell and Ernie Ikenberry. They are not only a last year couple but an all summer one, too, and from all appearances will be carrying on true to form at this time next year. Could be they are in a rut but they like it there and who are we to complain? Tills is just to get even with Ernie, last semester, who did a good job of keeping his name (and Leona’s) out of the gossip.

The Sophomore proxy seems to be deserting his class for he has been seen with Sybil Miller several times over the week-end.

Have you heard about the storm that hit Fahnestock Hall the other day, and we don’t mean the rain storm on Sunday evening. Seems like Ruthie Brubaker had to study the night that Zerger wanted to take in the town. Better luck next time, Zerg.

Last Saturday’s skating party produced more than the usual bruises, j cuts and good times had by all. It brought two Iowans together, as anyone can plainly see that saw Dorothy Grove escorted to Church Sunday night by who else but Warren Hoover. Also among those present at evening services were Helen Thomas and Billy Giles, together in spite of that handsome picture on Tommie’s dresser.

Betty Kimmel was elected president of Women's Council for the coming year at a short meeting held Wednesday noon in the office of Mrs. E. L. Ikenberry, Dean of Women.

Mildred Gartner, last year's vice-president, presided. Other officers elected were: Mary Beth Loshbaugh.

vice-president ; Joyce Riddlebarger. secretary; Annette Ronk, treasurer; and Margaret Bechtold, publicity chairman.

things as she starts here at Mac.

Meet Blanche Ditmars, vivacious, small sister of Big John Ditmars, whose virtues we already know. Watch out, John, at the rate Blanche is going, she might pass you up.

Waltine West is from Pampa, Texas—in case you didn’t know. This cute, chubby blonde is the daughter of the man who wrote the words to Dr. Fisher’s famous hymn.

This year we have quite a few younger brothers and sisters of older students. For instance, Royce Loshbaugh calls Mary B. “sis.” We’re wondering how many classes he has under Prof. Bowman in order to make a good impression.

While speaking of Bowman’s we have Donna Marie. She calls Prof.

Bowman, “dad”, and Wayne Bowman. cousin. A local miss, Donna, thinks Royce Loshbaugh is pretty much all right, too!

Another younger brother roams the campus in the form of Irvin Wolf. You have guessed it—Eula’s brother. They are saying he lives up to the title of Wolf, but some say he is just a young dog out for a howling good time.

Louis Roberts, music maestro of the freshman class, hails from Mao. Witty and cute, you can be sure he gets around. We're glad to have him around, to liven the place up when things get dull.

We are wondering what Miss Brown thought when Gordon Corwin swung out the Boogie at the Frosh talent show. Something tells me he does, too! You’ll soon find that Gordon will do what ever he sets himself to do.

Here we are with some more of those freshmen to acquaint you with. Learn to know them, and you would be amazed to find how much fun they are, and how much intelligence they have!

It would be a compliment to say, “Meet Tex’s brother,” but Ivan Lob-ban stands on his own two feet. He's shy, but oh, so nice.

Our little friend, (or should I say fiend) Ronk has been amusing herself by putting a horrible, slick snake in people’s desks. We admit that it had been quite well preserved in formaldehyde, but it looked live enough to give several of the girls the shivers.

We hear that it was fair weather for the fair; at least that is what Du-mond, Mease, and Helman thought. Anyway they ventured to Hutchinson last week and took in all the sights. Of course they didn’t go alone. Mary Beth, Irene, and Pal

A letter received from Willis Un-ruh tells of his work at Ft. Sam Huston, Tex. "At present I'm sitting in one of the service clubs. Down over the balcony is a large dance floor with guys all over it, sitting at tables writing or something of that type. Just to one side are a couple of busy pool tables and at the other end a couple of ping-pong tables. Everyone is at home!

"We spent all morning Sunday getting our stuff arranged in our lockers. The barracks arc swell! They’ve been painted well inside and out, we have swell shades. It used to be a WAC barrack until just a few days ago. The odor of perfume etc., was still rather heavy on the air when we moved in. The post is an open post and we’re free to go and come whenever we want just as soon as we’re off duty. Which means that from 4:30 p. m. 'till 11:30 bed check we are free to go where we

BuIIpups

Defeated

6 To 0

gobs more!”

Willis’ address is Pvt. Willis Unruh, 2781 4355, Co. B., Bks. 2, MDETS, Ft. Sam Huston, Texas.

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football field. It is a popular and very exciting game, so don’t forget about it. Come out and learn with the rest of us. See you at “Hockey Time” next week.

Softball

Mr.: "Do you suppose our son got his intelligence from me?”

Mrs.: “He must. I've still got

mine.”

The game was originally scheduled for an outdoor affair, but the lack of baseball bats and a light but steady drizzle prevented these plans being followed through.

Outing

wish. All we have to do is walk a half block, board a bus. and in five minutes we are in the business district. Boy! This morning bright and early we got up and ate chow as usual. Usual in as much as the schedule is concerned only. I’ve never seen such a place in the army. The mess hall is beautiful inside, curtains, potted plants, and the best cafeteria I've ever seen. We can eat as much as we wish and it’s tops in quality! You can just imagine how It appeals to me!

Well, as I was saying, we ate chow and then went to an orientation class for about an hour and a half. We were then taken to the registration section to be assigned to one of the courses taught here: Dental Tech.

(3 months): Surgical and Medical Techs; X-ray. and Lab. When names were called off I and my buddy noticed that they were being called in the order that we were called off coming here from Crowder. We waited but our names weren’t called when they should have been. It turned out that the majority of the guys got surgical tech. As it was only 2 of us got the much coveted Lab. course. We will work here at school in the training laboratory for three months and then do one month of practical work in the 8th service command laboratory at the hospital.

“Our laboratory is really a wonder! And what equipment! Among other things we had the best $200 microscope I've ever seen issued to us. The army doesn’t spare itself to keep the laboratory equipped. I suppose we'll blow it up before we’re done.

“I just wish Burton had a chance to take a course like this. Just as a sample of what we get; hematology. parasitology, serology, bacteriology. histology, blood chemistry,

Last Friday night on a slippery muddy field Lyons beat the Bull-pups. The Pups showed more power in many respects, but the Lyons Club fast Sophomore fullback defied the whole McPhcrson team and ran 61 yards in the first period of the game for a touchdown.

The whole game was played in a drizzling rain making the game more difficult. The hall and the players’ shoes covered with mud was the chief cause for the 17 fumbles in 60 minutes of playing.

Neither coach could really tell how effective their offensive would be if played under good conditions.

This Friday the Bullpups start their conference by going to Salina to play the Maroons.

At a meeting of the sophomore class called by Wayne Bowman, president, on Monday. September 17, Willard Agee was elected to serve as one of the representatives of the sophomore class on the Student Council. He fills the vacancy created when Wayne Lucore did not return to school.

Willard is a student minister whose home is in North Carolina. He entered school this fall after studying in Chicago at Bethany Bible Training School.

With all the new raving beauties rooming at Kline Hall this year, head residents, the Emswilers, decided that something should be done to aid the fair damsels. Consequently they bought a large, full length mirror and hung it on the upstairs landing, that being the most convenient place. Now those upstairs run down to use the mirror and those downstairs run up when they wish to see themselves as others do. This not only aids in determining whether a slip hangs but also is providing a lot of exercise for those who need it, as well as for those who do not.

The girls rooming at Kline Hall last year wanted to get a mirror and needed one badly, but through lack of money, cooperation, and decision, nothing was done about it. Spring came and the girls went and still there was no mirror to grace the upstairs landing. But “Pop.” “Mom,” and Janis came to the rescue and. when the new students arrived this year, the mirror was ready for them The girls of Kline Hall really appre ciate this gift of the Emswilers, and thank them from the bottom of their vain little hearts.

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Our thanks should go to fellows like “Melv” Zerger, “Boh” Lowe. “Buck” Buckingham, Keith Howard, “Gertrude” Hoover, “Bob” Kiem, Paul Markham, and others which helped in getting the football field in shape for last Friday night. Hats off to you, fellows!

Since this column has been mostly on football, we shall write a little about the types. There are perhaps four types: Rugby, in which the ball may be carried, thrown, providing it is not thrown forward, and in which the player in possession of the ball may be tackled bodily. Soccer: This game is played with a small round ball, and it is not legal to use anything but your feet to propel it to your opponent’s goal; American, similar to Rugby, but one side is given full possession of the ball while it is in play, also the forward pass is permitted, and there is defense running ahead of the man with the ball; football, the type friend Helman uses, a toy or plaything, hence, a football of party politics.

“Were you there” at the football game? That was some run the high school player from Lyons, Rumble by name, made, when he ported the pig-skin almost seventy yards for a touchdown. The drizzling rain didn't keep football lovers away from the game. Yelling their lungs out, high-school students jumped up and down on the bleachers. Lining the field were several cars containing dry football game observers. Let’s wish better luck to the “BuIIpups” in their next game.

Should we dream a bit? Perhaps our dreams will become objects that are real. Wouldn’t it look nice to see a roof over that grandstand? I’m not so sure it would be practical in dry Kansas, but it would be practical to put a new coat of paint on it.

Women’s Athletics

The Hockey Club met for the first time Tuesday afternoon at 4:45. The girls who came out, had an enjoyable and Invigorating time. It was good to hear once again the shouts of “Shinney —1-2-3,” “Drive,” and “Get that ball.” Of course, there could not be a Hockey game without the usual amount of "accidents,” but that’s what makes the game more fun.

The softball girls had a mighty fight Tuesday afternoon. The game was played in the gym with Jane Bell and Mary Vancil as captains. It appeared that Mary must have had the better team for she and her team came out on top with a 28-6 lead.

Dorothy Frantz was the winning pitcher. Joan Finfrock pitched for Jane-’s side.

The girls of the W. A. A. Outing Club went on a moonlight hike Wednesday evening. This was the first outing of the season. The cycle of the hike was a round trip from the college to the park . . . across the tracks.

The wearisome girls paused for refreshments at the gym. In case you cannot guess what the refreshments were, they consisted of cokes . . . sandwiches on the sideline.

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