Freshmen here, there, everywhere! and every year the upperclassmen can be heard to say, did you ever see so many Freshmen?” However, we are glad to see so many new recruits to fill vacancies left as each class climbs the ladder toward graduation.

Characteristically, these greenies are shy, retiring, and very modest. A few brave souls took fate in their hands and told me a little about themselves, but the rest I gathered by hook and by crook. And so Upperclassmen moot the Frosh:

Lucille Murphy, a native of Kan-sas, disclosed that she won third in a vocal contest sponsored by the Western Kansas Educ. Assoc. She plays the piano and violin also. Having attended summer school here, Lucille feels as if she knows her way around.

Then, there is that handsome lad from Independence. Kansas, namely. Don Scofield. Undoubtedly, some of you have heard him sing either at the college church or in the male quartette at Camp Washunga.

Have you noticed the close resemblance between Violet Bollinger, Sophomore, and Joyce Peter, Freshman? Tis plain to see that Bob Mays has made no mistake yet.

An Oklahoma lass, Mildred Jones, won top honors in the Freshman English Exam, hut she told me confidentially that she tried to flunk so she could be sure she’d get more English. It makes a good story. Mildred! Being a versatile individual, though, we find that she has lettered in basketball for two years in high school.

Dorothy Hubele of Gypsum, Kansas, was valedictorian of her class, while Delores Letkeman and Warren Link were salutatorians of their respective classes.

Have you noticed that people you thought you knew weren't the people you knew, but were a sort of duplicate? Notable examples are: John Burkholder, Joan Blough, lone Achilles, Eloise McKnight, and Glenda Sawyer.

Ronald Wine of Enders, Nebraska, seemed to be tops in taking honors. Of course, he didn’t tell me all this, but I found out that he had been "Boy of the Year” in a student election, junior and senior class presidents. editor of the annual, football captain, and he won the Danforth prize in leadership. Wotta’ man!

There are freshmen from Kansas, Oklahoma, Idaho, Colorado, Nebraska. Oregon, Missouri, Iowa, New Mexico, Texas, and Pennsylvania.

The honors won by these newcomers are many and varied. We have football captains and basketball captains. There are innumerable singers and instrumental musicians to

Freshmen Entertained Monday Evening

Freshmen were royally entertained last Monday evening in the Student Union Room when the traditional freshman party was staged under the direction of Ida Shockley, social director for McPherson college.

Get-acquainted games inaugurated the evening's activities, after which group singing and refreshments were featured. Approximately seventy greenies were in attendance.

Geraldine Hedges was chairman of the entertaining committee, and she was assisted by Dave Albright and Ruth Ickes.

Students Urged To Patronize Men Supporting “Spectator”

Maccollege Students Read “Spectator”

Through Loyal Cooperation of Business Firms of McPherson

Uncensored and unsubsidized, the Those business men who realize the '‘Spectator” reaches the hands of Mac- value of student purchasing power ampus students on Friday of every, are progressive business men. By week. their use of the advertising columns

Supported by loyal cooperation of of this paper they show that they merchant advertisers, student and use modern methods in their business, constituency subscription, and vol- Students will find that progressive untary student patronage of “Specta- methods of advertisers make the sale tor” advertisers, the "Spectator" of- of better quality goods at lower pric-fers unbiased collegiate news cover- es.

age. Students can get behind the "Spec-

Slnce “Spectator” income depends tator,” the college, by patronizing largely on merchant advertising, the advertisers who make this stu-Macollege students are urged to make dent publication possible. Therefore, advertisers feel that they are buying this news organ sincerely urges stu-quality when they purchase advertis- dents, both new and old. to use Spec-lug space. Advertisers will feel re- tator advertisements as their business paid if students patronize their shops, directory.

Miss Zelma Smith, a former student of McPherson College, has been secured as full-time librarian. Before taking up her duties at McPherson College, Miss Smith was employed as assistant librarian in the city library.

Miss Smith received her degree in Library Science at Emporia State Teachers College, after spending two years at Central College and one year at McPherson College.

This capable red-head is an ardent fisherwoman and a lover of the outdoors. She plans to spend the winter living and working on College Hill.

Shoemaker, Nickey, Tammel Are Ollier Council Officers

The Women’s Council met on Tuesday afternoon to organize. Jean Oberst, a senior and experienced member, heads the organization as president. Other officers are: Ruth Shoemaker, vice-president; Anna Nickey, sec.-treas.; and Gayle Tammel, publicity and reporter. Kathleen Brubaker, Kathryn McRae, Ruth Ickes, Ann Metzler, Isabel Crum-packer, Maureen Gish, and Marilynn Sandy, compose the remainder of the council for the present.

The members of the Women’s Council represent the various living arrangements and the campus organizations for women. The group is appointed by Miss Shockley and meets with her regularly each week The objectives of the council are: promotion of good fellowship among women students, discussion of var ious social problems, providing in formation and opportunities for prac ticing correct social behavior, am serving the school in many ways. The council sponsors the Campus Sister Plan, Heart Sister Week, Charm Chats, and many other social events to help new girls become acquainted and adjusted to college life.

An alumnus of McPherson College, Miss Wanda Hoover, will lie the new head of the Home Economics Department. Miss Hoover graduated in the class of ’37 and while in school achieved distinction as a scholar and leader in student organizations. She has spent some time at the University of Iowa and at the present time has the required number of hours for the M. A. degree. Miss Hoover also spent one summer at Teachers College, Columbia University.

Some McPherson College students will remember Miss Hoover as the supervisor of the delicious meals served at Bridgewater College last fall. Miss Hoover has been dietician and instructor of Home Economics in Bridgewater for the past four years.

Miss Hoover will share an apartment with Miss Della Lehman at 117 North Olivette street.

Spectator Enthusiasts Splash Paint In News Room

By Jean McNicol mesticate the room with cheery, frilly

curtains, “fawncy” rugs, a canary, or It has been the fond hope on which fireplace, as was suggested by an ex-Spec-minded Macollegians have had Spec contributor, and have made the their hearts set for, lo, these many place appear professional down to the years—must be about forty now, last paper weight, file—which is, in-since Sharp was erected in ’01—or cidentally, a copy of Webster—and maybe the south end of the floor in tray

the Spec room hadn’t sagged to its

present sub-wall position in that Those of you who have pursued

short time. But a project was under- this thus far, please note: this mel-taken this summer which, up to now, odllemma is about to take on some hasn’t rated as many big, black head- action. All we need now is Gene lines or column inches in the big Autry to make this a real shoot-'em-time newspapers as MacArthur’s heg- blood and thunder "dramer," but ira to Australia, the eight saboteurs’ all the action in this piece is a sweepsabotcuring and demise, or even the|ing movement from left to right and space allotted about New Fahne vice versa, starting at the shoulder stock’s appearance on our campus; and ending with the longest bristle but, nevertheless, the painting of the on the brush--or at least, so it looks | Spec room is quite an event in any to us amateurs of the school of wrist-I loyal Spec supporter’s books. Why, motion painters when we saw profes- if things keep on. a janitor might sionals Doc and Hill Williams wield- be secured, inveigled, or blackmailed ing a wicked brush at a scherzo tem- Into making the room a cozy little po. All newcomers were advised at I den. but then, what could feature the door to keep their mouths closed writ rs write about if the Spec room "while regarding the ceiling, for the had a janitor? painters of that high place have been

known to enamel the tonsil of an

Ot course, it's orchids to J. H.

unwary. This isn’t a paid advertise-

and Uncle Frank for the paint, but

ment—we charge 25c a column inch,

(censors please look the other way)

to those of you who are interested—

to our fair feminine co-editors should

but Maurine Blair, Russell and Don-go the loin's share of the credit for

pushing the idea from an idle dream ald Stern, and Gertie Conner can to it tact. Being of the feminine gen- slosh a mean gob of paint. der. this year’s editors wanted their Well, anyway, the Spec room may place of business to have a few of no longer be dubbed "Gymnasium the comforts of home, so have con- Annex”, “dressing room”, “place for,

verted the old hole into a decent, r fuse and garbage”, but is a joy to white-walled, freshly-painted-desked the eye of the beholder. And if room, which should he conducive to you'll pardon me, I'll go scrape and good writing. However, they didn’t scour this !x*$%— &!"?!! paint

let their femininity lead them to do- out of my hair.

SCM Spreads Watermelon Feed

Following the time honored custom of former years, Macollege students will gather tonight for the annual watermelon feed. This occasion always skids along about the end of the first week of school, and more or less serves as an eye-opener for the informal social activities on the college campus for the coming year.

The grapevine tells us that this year’s program in the chapel, prior to putting on the feed bag. will be a program in the college chapel in which an array of freshman talent will he presented. The program will begin in the college chapel at eight o’clock in the evening and will run on for some time, later overflowing onto the campus just north of Sharp Hall. The recreation will he in charge of the S. C. M. under the direction of Lucille Harris and Kenneth Wampler.

Kids, wear your old clothes. Slacks and blue jeans are preferred, for there will be a maximum of action ’ere that eventful eve is over. Down here in Mac we eat watermelon long cut in the traditional pickaninny style, and that does not call for a soup and fish, or a frilly frock.

Formal Reception Staged By Faculty

Faculty members of McPherson College entertained the students last Wednesday evening at the annual formal reception in the college gymnasium.

Student guests were introduced to each member of the faculty and to fellow students. Upperclassmen acted as assistant hostesses to members of the faculty. This event has become a highlight of the opening week's activities for all students.

Pres. W. W. Peters gave the welcoming speech to the guests and was responded by Wayne Geisert, vice-president of the Student Council.

Dr. and Mrs. Mohler were chairmen of the faculty committee and were assisted in their planning by Dr. and Mrs. Metzler, and Coach and Mrs. Hayden.

Anyone Interested In Helping Should See Quadrangle Staff

Under the capable editorship of Isabel Crumpacker, known to all her friends as “Crummle,” the Quad- rangle, annual yearbook of McPher-son College is getting well underway. Holding the purse-strings of the en- terprise is Russell Jarboe in the position of business manager. Assistant editors are Wilma Kuns, Harry Reeves, Kathleen Brubaker, Raymond Slifer, and Anna Mae Nickey.

Book salesmen, those omnipresent creatures lying in wait at every turn, are Jean McNicol, “Doc” Williams, Glenn Swinger, and others to he selected soon.

Chief of the photographic section is Harlan Bowman. Wayne Crist and Donald Scofield are his able assistants. Any other villain whose chief delight is taking unflattering snapshots of his friends, and who would like to work on this part of the Quad may see Harlan Bowman. Any stud- ent who takes pictures during the year that may he of interest to the student body in general, please bring

them to any member of the staff, preferably to Editor Crumpacker, Russell Jarboe, Wilma Kuns. or Anna Mae Nickey. Students wanting to work on the Quad, either in the ca-pacity of writer or any other phase,

Due to the fact that several of our former student council officers are either in the service or in other - activities away from school this year, a second election will be held next week in order to obtain new heads for the council.

The primary election will be held next Thursday, Sept. 17, immediately following the ballyhoo speeches. All petitions must be filed with the sec- retary, Maxine Ruehlen, by Wednesday noon, Sept. 16, it was decided at the initial student council meeting which convened Wednesday afternoon.

Bob Burkholder was elected pres- ident of the student council last spring in the regular all school election. Bob was called into the army service this summer in August and so he left the position of president of the student council open. Also away from school this year is John Trostle who was elected to the position of treasurer of the council. The absence of these two men leaves the two highest offices that students can hold on the campus vacant, and a special election has to be called.

For the benefit of the newcomers to the campus, the following explanation will perhaps be of some help. The student government of the campus is conducted by a student council which is composed of two selected representatives from each class on the campus. In addition to these, two representatives are elected from the extra curricular activities at large. From this group then are chosen, the vice president of the council and the secretary of the council. Two more members complete the body, and these are the positions of president and treasurer which are to be filled in the coming election.

Petitions will be filed by candidates, and when they have at least fifty signers, they will he filed with the secretary. On Thursday morning during the activity period, a ballyhoo speech will be given for each of the candidates. Following this the primary election will bo hold in the Student Union Room. Any student is eligible to vote, and it is the duty if all students to vote. The polls are open from directly after the bally-hoo speeches until noon, and from 12:30 o’clock until 3:00.

McPherson College men met for heir first council-sponsored meeting 1 the year in the Student Union loom last night. The program, un-der the direction of Ted Washburn, consisted of brief talks by Dean S. M. Dell and Pres. Peters, and group singing led by David Albright accompanied by Keith Burton. Ice cream bar refreshments were served.

Old “Fanny" Superseded By New Industrial Building

All ye olde stewdents who used to cot tired of heaving them out, so wander over the campus used to be they left them in the hole. The old used to an obstruction in the middle timers that planted the germ of McPherson things called old “Fanny." She no College built better than they longer is, and all that remains is a knew, or maybe they knew that they pile of weatherbeaten lathes and a were building well, sidewalk covered with rusty nails. Now a new structure is thrusting Our campus looks kinda blank with- itself above the sod of the old campus out it but much, much better. Of in the vicinity east of Harnly Hull course we will have to get used to and north of Kline Hall. This will that wide open space. be known as the Industrial Arts

Old Fanny fell but she proved Building. To date the foundation Is tougher than anticipated. The old poured and completed, and the tim-"ship of state" was as solid as the bers for support of the main floor are constitution of the U. S. despite the being laid. Materials from the old battered exterior, and was quite a are going Into the new so will not problem to demolish. Prof. Dell di- lose their campus position. No date rented your truly over to look at some is set for completion of this new of the rocks that were in the old structure but at least we know that foundation. They are really big. In operations are in evidence and that fact some were so big that the boys fact is encouraging.

The Spectator

Official Student Publication of McPherson College. McPherson, Kansas. Published every Friday during the school year by the Student Council.

Entered as second class matter November 20, 1917, at the postoffice at McPherson, Kan-

Wayne Geisert and Wilbur Linville ....................................................— Co-Business Managers

Macollegians Make Decision

Yes, school has started once more and again Macollege is humming with activity—seniors have enrolled for the last time, and freshmen are just beginning to get into the full spirit of the excitement prevalant on the campus this first week of school.

Probably many of the students are here after many sacrifices by their parents have been made; and perhaps many have arrived after numerous doubts have been considered and pushed aside. Regardless of the difficulties and sacrifices, we are here at McPherson College, each striving for his particular goal.

Those who come to college usually come because they want to, and whether it is to be profitable to themselves or others, depends somewhat on the person’s ability, his ingenuity, will, and his desire to broaden his mind. Students gain a great deal from their various experiences and encounters in college life.

A decision which all of us were faced with, perhaps to some more strongly than to others, was, “Should we come to college?” or, “Should we enter some of the many types of defense projects and jobs open to college men and women?”

Today more than ever before there is a great demand for college trained people. This is recognized by our government, for in many cases college men are being deferred until their four years in college are completed.

Undoubtedly there will be more of a demand than ever for college graduates after the present turmoil is over.

It is encouraging to note that our student body is practically as large as previous enrollments have been. From this it is plain to see that Macollege students realize that America needs trained men and women for the welfare and benefit of our democracy. And McPherson College is representative of the democratic plan. We have our own government, heads, and leaders. We are striving for what we believe, and we are going “Forward With McPherson.”

Campus Democracy Is Tested

The United States is today engaged in a great conflict by means of which it is to be hoped that the ideals of democracy will be preserved for all mankind. These ideals include freedom of thought and freedom of speech. The means by which these bulwarks of our nation can best be preserved is being debated in every corner of the country. Yet, it is attested by all that these ideals must be maintained if Christ’s teachings are to stand for aught.

On a campus as cosmopolitan as that of McPherson College it is to be expected that widely varying opinions will be held and expressed by the students on such current world problems. In periods of normalcy these opinions can be expressed freely with negligible ill effects; however, in the present state of turbulance emotions run high and impatience is rank. It is wise therefore to express oneself on highly debatable subjects with discretion.

Macollege prides herself on this congeniality among diverse personalities. She is proud of the fact that in the past tolerance for all sincere stands and persons has been a keynote of her policies. Only by application of “The Golden Rule” can such tolerance be practiced and can our college best attain those ideals of democracy for which we are all striving today.

It will be the policy of the student publication, “The Spectator” to continue and further this traditon of tolerance for the opinions of its readers, which policy has been practiced successfully in past years.

At the End of Euclid

“The old order changeth, yielding Helen Burkholder is growing tired place to new." And so "At The End Of of always being referred to as "Bob’s Euclid,” as the former students re- sister". It is a bit disconcerting, turn to their studies, they find them- we agree. But, Helen, in a very selves lost in a sea of new and un- short time you'll be sure to have familiar faces. We wonder how the a nice reputation of your own. Then freshmen like the new innovations brother Bob will be known as that have taken place on our campus. "Helen’s brother"!

For instance, there’s the pretty red- Keith Burton can certainly smash headed librarian. Miss Wanda Hoo- out mean chords complete with elab-ver’s cheery smile, and the new signs orate decoration on the piano. His dangling from above the entrances great talent hit the poor unknowing of the buildings. We’ve heard that freshmen with such an impact at their their purpose is to keep the freshmen social Monday night that they all boys from mistaking Arnold Hall for practically fell from their chairs. How the boy’s dorm!! does he do it?

Even though the freshmen are And speaking of handsome fresh-looked upon as the under dogs, yet men, Don Scofield rushed from one when they stand together they are a end of the S. U. R. to the other on lot not to be taken lightly. When the same occasion, exploding the Professor Hess called “Go" in the flash bulbs of his camera. May we chapel Tuesday and the boy and girl see them when they’re finished, Don? freshies swished their English place- Oklahomans have reason to be

ment tests right-side-up, they created proud of themselves. It is rumored quite a stir, and that’s putting it that Oklahoma has produced the Eng-mildly. lish whiz of the year, Mildred Jones.

And don’t you agree that if either Tom Rea has been selected to wave blonde Shirley Wycoff or brunette the baton over the heads of the band Nelle Stinette put their wiles of wo- members this year. Here’s hoping manhood to work they would be hard for a great band!

to resist even if taken singly? But The campus sister idea certainly that’s not all. There are other girls "took”. And didn’t the girls all look in the freshman class who have al- beautious yesterday when they march-ready set the masculine hearts of ed sedately to the Woman’s Council our college to fluttering. Quite a tea, resplendent in their dress-up happy hunting ground, boys. But finery?

still sophomore, junior and senior Spec room is slowly closing for the girls around! ! ! ! day, so this is all for now.

Peters’ Brainchild

Scores of bewildered freshmen this week appearing for the first time on Macampus breathed sighs of relief as they entered its portals. Their fears were dissolved when they saw that from the front of each building there now hangs a handsome new sign bearing the name of the building in question. We are wondering now why such an idea was never employed before. The signs are both instructive and attractive.

In order to relieve the speculations of various students, we will volunteer the information that Dr. W. W. Peters, President of our college, was the author of this brain-child. After the proposition had been presented to and approved by the board of trustees, Chester Colwell, C’37, began work on the project. Mr. Colwell is the head of the industrial arts department at St. Francis, Kansas. The name of the industrial arts building will be engraved on its front as is the name of the gymnasium.

Oh Promise Me!

"Oh Promise Me" has gayfully been peeling forth this summer. Among our Alumni and present students many rings have been slipped upon fingers. Wilbur Lewellan ’41, and Joy Smith ’42 were married May 28. Our famous month for weddings, June, brought Donald Davidson ’41 and Betty Jean Sellers together on June 7th; along with LaVerne Bollinger and Elizabeth Mohler ’40 on June 5. On July 28, Albert Stucky '41, and Edith Spangler ’41, were married. August saw three couples married, Kenneth Thompson '4 2 and Betty Ingram on the 15th; Ronald Orr '4 2 and Flora Mae Brockus, Aug. 16; and Ernest Peterson and Inez Fike on the 18th. Recently married (date unknown and unfound) were

Halfway down the matrimonal aisle are those who are engaged. May I present Harry Reeves and Ruth Miller, and also Isabel Crumpacker and John Chamberlin. Congratulations and best wishes to these who have ventured forth on the road to happiness!

Presenting Frosh

The President Speaks:

“Time marches on” and another college year has begun. For some it is a new experience and for others it is a continuation of college life already under way but beginning in a changing environment. This is as it should be.

To all of you the college extends a hearty welcome and presents to you an educational, social, physical and spiritual atmosphere in which to continue your growth toward more mature and worthwhile living.

College students ought to feel profoundly grateful for the opportunities in these days of economic, political and social upheaval. They are a favored group from whom civilization has great concern and from whom much is expected. Upon you rests in a large way the welfare of the future of our democratic way of life. It is a privilege to be in college and anyone who accepts the privileges of free institutions should assume the obligations necessary for the maintenance and strengthening them.

These are days that test our character and they of abundant opportunities to prove our worth.

As no doubt many if not all of you know this is the beginning of my second year as President of your college. My fresh-man year was a busy and enjoyable one and I anticipate 1942-1943 will be an even busier and I feel certain as enjoyable a one as last year. It is hoped that the mistakes of last year will be forgiven and that they will not be repeated. I pledgemy best thought and effort to the end of another great year at “our college.”

McPherson College has eight buildings of which nun three have been built since 1937. This means that former dents, alumni and friends have confidence in the college have been willing to contribute to the funds necessary to house the physical plant and equipment. McPherson College built modestly and within her means. She has never default in paying her annuitants and has no mortgages on her buildings or campus.

Such facts as the above are highly encouraging and in the continuance of the college during these critical days. Our country needs the Christian college and the future of the cl depends upon the keeping alive of our church-related coll

We are planning to maintain as nearly as possible a new program without neglecting to make any desirable necessary changes. The purposes of the college remain on the high level and if possible we hope to deepen and enrich spiritual resources and values on the campus.

You are welcome to McPherson College whose slogan is Forward with McPherson, the College of Quality.

Friday, SEPT. 1 1, 1942

were Wayne Geisert, Eleanor Moyer, Ardis Sawyer, Betty Dean Burger, Jean McNicol, Maxine Ruehlen, and Milo Unruh.

One senior, Paul Dannelley, and Jean Oberst, Luella Poister, Dorothy Gall Barrett, Joe Dell, and Harold Voth, Juniors, completed the list.

Honorable mention was awarded Anne Janet Allison, Helen Davis, Lena Belle Olwin, Ruth Shoemaker, and Ted Washburn, with 39 points; David Albright, Wayne Parris, Ernest Peterson, Art Schubert, Joy Smith Lewallen, with 38 honor points; Jack Bowker, Joe Hoffert, Albert Miller, Lenora Shoemaker, Warren Seis, Lowell Woodard. 37 points; Isabel Crumpacker, Cather-ina Fruin, Bill Gahm, Jack Kough, and Gayle Tammel, with 36 points, and Vesta Vannorsdel and Dean Stucky with 35 honor points.

Dean Releases Honor List

Forty-eight Macollege students were placed on the Dean’s List last Spring. Any student who received a grade of B, or better, in all of his courses is entitled to this privilege.

This year seniors appearing on the list are Dorothy Gail Barrett, Arlene Cavert, William Gahm, Harold Voth, Ted Washburn, Jean Oberst, Luella Poister, Lenora Shoemaker, and Milot Unruh.

Those who are juniors on the list are Anne Janet Allison. Bryce Brene-man, Betty Dean Burger, Isabel Crumpacker, Ernest Dale, Joe Dell. Wayne Geisert, Lowell Woodard. Carl Kasey, Eleanor Moyer, Wayne Parris, Maxine Ruehlen, Ardis Sawyer, Arline Seidel, Warren Seis, Gwendolyn Smith, Dean Stucky, Esther Unruh, and Vesta Vannorsdel.

Names completing the list are those who are sophomores this year. They are David Albright, Leora Dobrinski, Blanche Geisert, Marie Goering, Ann Witmore, Jack Kough. Phyllis Mish-ler, Ruth Shoemaker, and Gayle Tam-mel.

Macollege’s honor roll for the second semester of the 1941-42 school term has been compiled. To be eligible for the honor roll, students must earn a minimum of forty grade points.

Two seniors ranked highest in the scholastic honor roll last spring, both with 51 honor points each. They were Lucile Horner and Sarah May Vancil. Second highest were Woodrow Franklin, last year senior, and Eunice Swank, a junior this year. Arline Seidel and Gwendolyn Smith, last year sophomores, were honored with third highest with 4 8 points.

Freshmen on the honor list were Russell Jarboe, Doris Miller, Viola Van Hoozen, Blanche Geisert, James Nagely, and Ann Witmore.

Remaining sophomores on the roll

Dr. Peters Forecasts Coming Year’s Events

A large audience of students and faculty members were in attendance at the first chapel program of the year held yesterday morning. Miss Gulah Hoover played the opening prelude on the piano. Featured on the program was Prof. Nevin W. Fisher, who sang two solos, and Dr. W. W. Peters, President of McPherson College, who spoke to the assembled group. Dr. Peter’s speech, entitled “The Year Ahead.” was a forecast of the events of the coming year.

Prof. Joseph Kirshbaum gave a sample portrayal of his ability as a violinist in the solo which he played in chapel this morning. During the remainder of the morning’s chapel Rev. R. M. Truesdale, pastor of the Presbyterian church in McPherson, spoke to the students. Rev. Truesdale represented the Ministerial Alliance of this city.

As A Freshman Sees Us

I believe the most outstanding characteristic of McPherson College, which I noticed first, is its friendly spirit among both the student body and the faculty. I know every freshman is already aware of this fact; they should be if they attended the freshman party Monday night.

I’m glad that I’m in this class, because I feel that never before has McPherson had more to offer a class than it has ours. (And we can say without boasting that never before has McPherson had a more promising class than ours to offer anything to—how about it, freshmen? ).

And it is needless to mention the fellows’ appreciation toward the new dorm, because it’s really fine from the “best” floor to the third! !

So all in all I’m sure that we as freshmen feel it a privilege to be considered a part of such an institution as is Macollege.

a nice car, too.

The tall lad from Oklahoma is none other than THE Richard Prentice. He’s been here before though, so probably needs no introduction.

Vincent Allison has bben here before too! This time he came back to go “steady”—in the library. I’m not sure Miss Ikenberry had anything to do with it.

Mary Kay Slifer still finds the front seat of “Brycy-boy” Brene-man’s car quite comfortable, and incidentally, she seems to be taking her roommate, Sheller, along; she in turn takes Merlin Frantz along. Makes a nice foursome.

Is McAuley attached or loose? Leora Dobrinski is trying to find out for more reasons than one!!!!!

Harlan Bowman was showing An

“Tony” Voshell Assists Coach

LaVerne "Tony’’ Voshell, Macol-lege graduate, has accepted the job of assistant coach this year. Voshell was outstanding in sports during his college career. From 1936 to 1940, he lettered three times in football and basketball, and four times in track. Besides his sports activities, Voshell was a member of the Men’s Council and the Student Council. He will fill this position as assistant to Coach Hayden until he is called into the armed forces.

After the Tuesday workout, Voshell stated that the team would be light and fast this season. There were twenty-two suits checked out, and more will be later. There is an absence of upperclassmen from the squad.

Women Athletes Ready For Action

President Marilynn Sandy announces that the Women’s Athletic Association is ready for action. Heads of various sports sponsored by the organization will be announced next week. Every girl who is interested in active participation in athletics is eligible for membership. It is not necessary to be an expert player. If you are a dub come on out and improve your game. The aims of the organization are enjoyment, healthful recreation, and development of skills.

Au attempt is made to provide at least one sport which will interest every girl. Some activities planned are hockey, socker, tennis, archery, swimming. volleyball, basketball, softball, orchesis, tumbling, and outing club.

Teas, a high school playday, college sports day, and a formal banquet in the spring are some social highlights of the W. A. A. program. Dues of 50 cents a semester are charged to help defray these expenses. A general get together is plan-end for next week to acquaint all prospective members with the officers and plans for the coming year. All former members are expected back, and lots of new girls too. Remember, there is a sport for every girl.

S.U.R. Scene Of Annual Womens Council Tea

The Student Union Room was the scene of the traditional Women’s Council Tea, which served as a get-acquainted time for the women of the college, yesterday afternoon.

"Oldsters” among the Macoeds acted as hostesses to their campus sisters, who are newcomers to the campus. Women faculty members were also on hand to meet the new women of the college.

Jean Oberst, newly-elected president of the Women’s Council, welcomed the guests. The following committees helped make the tea a success: Foods, Gayle Tammel and Ruth Shoemaker; Service, Isabel Crum-packer, Anna Mae Nickey, and Ann Metzler; Table and Hostesses, Mari-lynn Sandy, Maurine Gish, and Ruth Ickes; and Clean-up, Kathryn McRae, Kathleen Brubaker, and Jean Oberst.

Arnoldites Speak

Occupants of the girls’ dormitory wish to express their appreciation for the much-needed refinishing and furniture in our new home.

Some of the new furniture that we, as well as the boys, may enjoy are the divan and chairs in the parlors. Mrs. Mary Wall and Mrs. F. A. Vaniman furnished one parlor and ladies of the Brethren Church are to he thanked for the other room.

When walking into the front door we can see the new unusual shine and glare on the new linoleum on the floor. Thanks go to Mr. Forney and his able helpers for the halls, which have also been refinished.

Waiting to welcome us personally in our rooms were three or four flowers arranged in white vases on our desks and tables. Entering our rooms and looking into our wardrobes, we found built-in shelves, which are very practical.

All these improvements help us feel more at home and make us really appreciate college much more. We all want to thank those who have made these improvements possible.

Finney’s Findings

Well, fans get ready for the Pig- been taking material from Minne-skin Parade for it is only a matter sota, Michigan, Notre Dame, etc., of a few weeks until the heavy- the rest of the conference may have a weights begin marching down the good race to the finish, field. One really shouldn’t predict the

About this time last year sport outcome of the Kansas Conference, pages came out to the effect that or any conference as far as that is the freshmen were showing up well concerned, but Dick Godlove and his or about some promising rookies, smooth working crew always loom as This year this is truer than ever, be- a top flight team. Although Coach cause the largest percent of the Hayden and his McPherson team has teams this year in our own particular not been a consistent winner for conference will be made up largely the past two years, they are always of freshmen boys. Coaches the con- a tough foe.

ference over were worried that most Despite the fact that the coaches of their lettermen would not be back are facing a serious problem and the to fill out the team roster. This year letterman situation Is none too pleas-it will be much worse because more ing, fans may rest assured that they and more of the boys arc off to the will see some good football wherever service. they happen to be for a game. Foot-

the 19 11 football squad of 25 members and a mere five or six lettermen will be back to report to the coach.

Nevertheless, there can be promised some rather heated contests for the coming season. I think that the game will practically measure up to par.

Presenting The

Freshmen

By Katy Brubaker