Additional Memebers Supplement Faculty

Three new teachers have been added to the McPherson College faculty. Mrs. Audrey San Romani, B. M., is instructor in public school music and organ. For the past two years Mrs. San Romani has been supervisor of Public School Music at Ottawa, Kansas. She received her training at the University of Kansas.

After having been on leave of absence for the past two years, Oscar Olson, B. S. A. M., Ph. D., has returned to the McPherson College faculty as professor of economics and business administration. While on leave, Dr. Olson taught at Washburn University, Topeka, Kansas, and at Denison University, Granville, Ohio.

Another addition to the faculty in the Fine Arts Department is E. S. Hershberger, A. B., who is instructor in public school art, drawing and painting. Mr. Hershberger has been teacher of art six years at Mount Hermon School, Jarjeeling, India. He received his schooling at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago.

| Fries Is Assistant

Miss Ramona Fries, who is the new assistant to the registrar and Dean was formerly a teacher at I Moundridge and Concordia, Kansas. She was also with the Army Air Forces in Wichita, and was a record librarian at the McPherson County Hospital. She expresses her happi-¹ness at being back in college life again. Ramona, as she is commonly called, is witty and no doubt as all you fellows have found out, has a “plug” for every remark.

Dean Boitnott Speaks On Education In Chapel

Dean Boitnott spoke in chapel Monday, September 17. He gave students help by telling them some of the things expected of a college graduate. Dean Boitnott stated the language and science requirements, and the seven areas of knowledge a graduate should have explored.

The real purpose of a liberal arts education was revealed by the Dean. “One must learn to cooperate and sacrifice for the good of your family, community, and state. One must think clearly, judge, and choose with discretion and wisdom. These are the earmarks of a liberal education.”

LIBRARY HOURS

7:55 a. m.—12:10 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.

1:20 p. m.—5:00 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.

7:30 p. m.—10:00 Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday.

8:00 a. m.—12:00 Saturday.

Tea For College

Women Given By

Council Thursday

The Student Union Room was the scene for the Women's Tea, which was held Thursday afternoon, be-tween the hours of four and five. The hostesses were Mrs. Olivia Ikenberry. dean of women, and Mrs. Gertrude Wilkins, president of Women’s Council. Mrs. Stover, house mother of Arnold Hall, poured the tea. During the tea, soft piano music was played by Mrs. Dorothy Kurtz, Alice Ruth Bailey, Arlene Rolfs, and Arlene Prentice.

The purpose of the tea was to give the girls a chance to become acquainted. The freshmen, accompanied by their campus sisters, were afforded the opportunity to meet the wives of the faculty as well as the members of their own class and the upperclassmen.

Student Enrollment Gradually Rising

Thursday, September thirteenth, there were one hundred seventy-five students enrolled in McPherson College with the freshmen carrying off top honors in class enrollment with seventy-two students. There were forty-five members enrolled in the sophomore class and twenty-six each in the junior and senior classes. Six special students are enrolled, bringing the total enrollment to one hundred seventy-five.

Checking the enrollment at the similar date last year, revealed a total of one hundred sixty-five students, including eighty-six freshmen, thirty-one sophomores, twenty-six juniors, fifteen seniors, and seven special students. So far this year there has been an increase of ten over the enrollment last year, and with prospect of more students registering in the next few days, the total enrollment for the first semester of the ensuing school year will rise to an even higher figure.

Students of the college were guests at an informal reception given by the members of the McPherson Church of the Brethren, Sunday evening, September 18, following the evening church service. Elder and Mrs. J. J. Yoder met and welcomed each guest.

Following refreshments of sherbet and cookies, the following program was presented by the Rev. DeWitt Miller, pastor of the church:

the activity (outside) increased in tempo and laughter. Ouch!—Oh!— Run!— Screams rent the air as a rapid division was made in the line. An innocent little cricket was having a receiving line—with results that weren’t formal!!

And the first B. Y. program— please don’t sing but—things do hap-pen. And how!! the program planned (and timed) the committee discovered too late that church was late (later)—And so—at least

everyone had an opportunity to exercise their vocal instruments. There was more of the same at the reception too.

And while on the subject of re-ceptions, once more—the church re-ception necessitated the using of dishes which in turn necessitated dish washers. A call for volunteers brought forth spirited response from Rothrock and Bowman—who con-

sumed five dishes of ice cream (Heavens! meant to say dishwashers were to be paid in food but you pro-

bably surmised as much) before washing dishes, and one—to—about three afterwards.

This isn’t about receptions (aren’t you surprised?), but have you seen

Decked in typical fall garb, the campus braced itself for its annual reception to the onslaught of numerous feet pounding on its threshold. Freshmen—shy, yet eager— returning sophomores, favoring bewildered freshies with a superior glance—’twas old stuff now—juniors, glad to be back but conveniently bored—lastly the dazed and bewild-eder seniors—this is their last year at Mac.

But hush—what’s this? Sure ’nough, its the curse of bi-annual registration raging through the halls. Everything rolls smoothly along, characterized by wild confusion and conflicts (the word conflict does not apply to bloody noses—merely to two too many classes at the same time.) Hurrah! It’s over and lankily the Dean heaves a sigh of relief —he’s survived the strain—and so have we!!!

A whirl of activity ensues—receptions on every hand—everybody meets everybody else, be it at the freshman party, tea, or, most important, the formal reception! And here's an interesting side light on the formal reception—as the waiting line grew ever longer on the outside,

The budget hearings for the year 1945-46 are to be held September 26 at 8:45 in the SUR.

All student organizations desiring funds from the Student Council must present a detailed budget in which expense items and activities are listed as definitely as possible.

Treasurers, please bring two copies with you; one for the council and one from which to read your request.

Rev. E. F. Frantz Is Speaker In Chapel

The speaker in chapel Wednesday morning, September 19, was Rev. E. F. Frantz, who is director of public relations at McPherson College. His topic was “Guideposts of Life.” Rev. Frantz pointed out various guides that are aids in living in our world today. The first is faith in God; God still lives and His way is still right. It is not God’s will that the world is in the condition that it is today. It is the stupidity of mankind that has caused the conflicts that we have, and it is not God’s will. Other guideposts were: a belief that goodness is more worthwhile than evil; faith in humanity; patience; an interest in a great cause; the responsibility to build the Kingdom of God; a great consuming love; a need of worship; and good religion.

Miss Ann Krehbiel, graduate of. the University of Kansas, and who is getting her masters degree in music,

and Mrs. Nelson Krehbiel of Moundridge, Kansas, and a granddaughter of Dr. W. C. Heaston of this city. She played “Caprice Burlesque” by Gab-rilowitsch. Her encore was a varia-, tion of “Mary Had A Little Lamb.”

The new minister of the College Church is Reverend Dewitt L. Miller from Meyersdale, Pennsylvania. For the past seven and one-half years he and his family have made their home there. Before that timehe preached at Huntington, Indiana, and Cleveland, Ohio. He did his undergraduate work at Bridgewater College, and finished his graduate I work at Bethany Biblical Seminary. Reverend Miller is the author of “The Mastery of the Master.”

Reverend and Mrs. Miller and their nine-year-old son, David Leroy, are making their home in the parsonage at 1301 East Euclid. Mrs. Miller is the daughter of H. L. Hartsough, ministerial and home missions secretary.

the new office of Dr. Peters? Even ' the seniors still get lost when they j find themselves in his spacious reception room (knew we’d get back to receptions).

And lest we forget—remember how every teacher made some form of an introductory speech—flatter yourself and consider that as an-other reception. It was—of a kind!

And here’s a few classroom highlights: Dr. Fleming teaches a class in abnormal psychology — that isn’t especially unusual, but what is unusual is that all of his students are abnormal and that’s what makes them all normal!! Corney, eh what?

| Miss Lehman and Dean Boitnott are as absent minded as ever—we think, though as yet there’s been no glaring evidence of the condition. And it isn’t always teachers that prove absent minded—Miss Siek had to call Jerry Hedges—a senior—out of bed for her first class of the season. And so it goes--.

’Nough of stuff and nonsense—at least everyone should have a good reception by now—and if not then drop in to Arnold Hall—where there are approximately seven housemoth-ers to give you a hearty reception!

Annual Watermelon Feed Is A Success

Talent Show and Initiation

Are Special Features

The annual watermelon feed, sponsored by the student Christian Association, was well attended Thursday evening as student and faculty alike engaged in the festivities. Although originally scheduled for Friday night, the high schools home football game on the college field presented a conflict, hence the watermelon feed was shoved up a day. Students offered splendid cooperation in observing irregular study hours.

At the stroke of eight a momentary hush settled on the SAR as the freshmen talent show got off to a hilarious start. Ann Oberst, La Vona Thralls and Doris Hamer regaled the audience with readings. Bernice Lindstrom, Bernice Dixon and Lewis Roberts came forth with some weird trio—you name it! Nor should one forget the boys quartet from Idaho and Iowa.

With an abundance of talent thus displayed the group adjourned to the gym where the official initiation commenced. Forfeiting shoes, blindfolded freshmen were invited for a stroll through a pool of macaroni. Branded with a red hot piece of ice it became necessary to bolster moral support by administering a dose of cod liver oil. Various forms of torture were gently applied ’till shaken and hungry the freshmen were urged to partake of luscious melon slices—to be eaten pickannin-ny style.

Dells Feed freshmen

Hamburgers, watermelon, green freshmen and good times were plentiful Thursday evening, September 13, when the freshmen men were entertained with a hamburger fry at the home of Professor and Mrs. S. M. Dell.

Having been warned beforehand, the boys appeared in old clothes for an evening of fun and food. Mr. and Mrs. Dell proved to be excellent cooks in spite of the high wind which filled the outdoor “kitchen.” Each person’s quota was set at three hamburgers, but it is reported that a few exceeded that limit. Juicy watermelon finished off the menu.

Those present besides Mr. and Mrs. Dell, were Dr. and Mrs. Peters, Dave Albright, and all the freshmen fellows.

At a special meeting called by the new president, Blair Helman, the following committees were approved: chapel committee, Mary Beth Losh-baugh, Jerry Mease. Dale Brown is the man in charge of the SUR. Those appointed to the Board of Publications were: Kent, Naylor, Eula Wolf, and Gertrude Wilkins. Leona Dell is now in charge of the song books.

It was decided that Student Council meetings continue to be held on Wednesday evening at 6:45.

Dale Brown was elected to represent the Student Body on the Social Committee. Eula Wolf and Leona Dell were elected to the Initiation committee.

The date of the budget hearings for the various organizations on the campus was set for Wednesday, September 26.

The College has fallen heir to a valuable antique. Mrs. Harnly has given us an old rope-spring bed com-monly used many years ago. No nails, screws, or wires are used to secure the frame but only wooden pegs. The bed is less than six feet long and only a three quarters width. Ropes weaving cross-wise and length-wise form the springs over which a straw mattress was thrown.

If sometimes you feel that your bed is hard visit the Industrial Arts Building and see what your fore-fathers had to sleep on.

College President Opens School Year Thursday, Sept. 13

Dr. W. W. Peters addressed students, faculty, and visitors in the opening chapel Thursday, September 13.

Dr. Peters, president of McPherson College, spoke on the theme, ‘At The Beginning.”

“Our college,” said Dr. Peters, “is in its fifty-eighth year a school of liberal arts, a church related institution, a Christian school, and an educational institution. We hope this is demonstrated by our Christian philosophy and deeds and not only by our words.’’

Fifteen states are represented by the freshmen class, and the same number of denominations are scattered throughout the entire student body. McPherson College stands for intellectual, social, and spiritual growth, and there are friends, the faculty, and parents willing to help to see that students achieve those ends.

“The year of 1945 will go down in history as one of the greatest. In it both the European and the Pacific wars ended. I challenge you not to fail like this past generation has failed, but to stand up! Be strong! Quit ye like men! Be true to your God, yourself, and to your generation.”

“Goodbye or Hello to God,’’ was the subject of Reverend DeWitt L. Miller’s address in chapel, on Friday, September 14. He stressed the importance of the student continuing his religious development while in college.

Reverend Miller pointed out the fact that God is the source of all truth, and to discover truth is to discover God. The student will either have a greater faith or less faith in God. He defined God as “the integrating force and power at the heart of life.”

He further suggested that our mental development has exceeded our moral development. We are not good enough to know all that we know. Failure is before us unless we let our mental and cultural development lead to a deeper appreciation and a greater faith in God.

Reverend C. Clayton Browne, president of the McPherson Ministerial Alliance was introduced to the student body by Dr. Peters, and he extended a welcome to the students to attend the Church of their choice in the city.

Your Student Council for this year 1945-46, pledges itself to do everything possible to make this a great year at McPherson College. To do this it will need the support and cooperation of the entire student body.

We are representatives. We welcome your suggestions and advice. A successful year will be realized only as we work together for a common cause.

Formal attire was very much in evidence last Friday night as stu-lents and faculty assembled in the Student Union Room for the annual faculty reception for the students.

After the students had been received, a brief program was given for the entertainment of those present. Earl Frantz, acting as master of ceremonies, announced the program. Lois Kaufman played two piano selections, “Hungarian Dance,” by Brahms, and “Waltz,” by Chopin. A welcoming speech was given by President W. W. Peters, and president of the Student Council, Blair Helman, gave the speech of response. A reading “By Rule of Contrary,” was given by Miss Della Lehman, and a vocal solo, “One Kiss,” from the operetta “New Moon,” concluded the program. Punch, consisting of fruit juices and lemon sherbet, and cookies were served. Mrs. W. W. Peters, Mrs. J. W. Boitnott, Mrs. R. E. Mohler and Mrs. O. A. Olson poured.

Responsible for the plans of the evening was the committee, Mr. Earl Frantz, chairman, Mrs. Frantz, Mr. and Mrs. J. M. Berkebile, and Mr. and Mrs. O. A. Olson.

The first BYPD service of the year was highlighted by an attendance of over 100. The theme of the service centered around friendships. Dave Albright, accompanied by Lois Kauffman, led a spirited song service. A special number was an accordian duet by Phyllis and Avis Erb. The service closed with devotions focused on a worship center while Annette Ronk read several thought provoking quotations on friendship. A prayer hymn reverently hummed, followed by the benediction closed the meeting.

Last year’s president opened the meeting with a bit of old business, that of breaking the tie for secretary-treasurer, after which this year’s officers were introduced to the group. Mildred Cartner is president with Warren Hoover, vice-president, and Ruth Lichty as the newly elected secretary-treasurer.

Freshmen Attend Kid Style Party

As a climax to the second day of enrolling on Wednesday, Sept. 12, approximately eighty “eager to get acquainted” freshmen found their way to the campus SUR for the initial social feature of the year— the Annual All-Frosh Party. Entertainment, supervised by Professor S. M. Dell, was directed by upper class men Geraldine Hedges, Kent Naylor, Keith Burton, Orlo Allen, and Dave Albright. Miss Della Lehman also dialed in carrying out the events of the evening.

Hello, There!

Once again we hear those “from the heart” welcomes ringing through the Mac halls. We recognize and greet last year's fellows and girls. Our hearts are young and gay as we wander through the familiar halls of Sharp, tread the beaten path to Harnly, and casually stroll towards the gym for a game of ping pong and a coke and chat with a friend.

But we don’t stop with greeting only those familiar and dear faces of last year. Something has taken place this fall that we have been anticipating and eagerly awaiting. Our boys, upon whom our futures so much depended, are coming back to school with us. There are only a few now, but more will soon be with us. To them we shall try to pay the debt we owe; to them goes an even more deeply felt welcome.

Still there is another group. The gay freshmen are receiving, and justly so, a heartfelt expression of well-wishes. From them we receive new life, new sparkle, and yes, even new problems. From them our future and that of our school and inevitably our communities is springing. You have stepped into the status of those who last year were freshmen, newcomers. And thus our school is kept alive and replenished by you.

You students who enrolled this fall are to be congratulated for choosing to attend college at a time when changes are being made so rapidly and a breakneck speed of living prevails. In the world of tomorrow men and women who are equal to every situation, and able to meet the most difficult ones with understanding and a quiet but firm way of coping with them, will be in demand.

Our school gives us the opportunity of developing these essential skills, and we are privileged in having a school such as McPherson as our heritage.

The youth of our age are meeting a heavy obligation not of their choosing. It is not one to be passed on to the next person in the tractable human line of life. It is one we must and can face and carry on our own shoulders, shoulders we ourselves must strengthen with the aid of those who have gone before us in establishing this school. We have also the unfailing support and cooperation of our faculty and administration in this business of getting ready for life. We are now on the proving grounds. We will either fail and falter or press on toward the call of higher living.

To you go our sincere wishes for your success during the coming year in all the fields of learning.

The co-presidents, Jerry Hedges and Dave Albright; secretary. Mildred Cartner; and treasurer. Kent Naylor; and the rest of the cabinet welcomes you to our campus and to our SCA.

The SCA is a student organization which is alive on McPherson College campus. It is evident every day of the week with special emphasis each Tuesday morning and Thursday evening.

Each Tuesday morning at 9:50 the SCA commission leaders are ready to lead you in the commission of your choice. These three commissions are such:

Student. Volunteers under the di-rection of Susan Ikenberry, MaryBeth Loshbaugh and Kent Naylor will meet in the SUR. Here you will find a sense of devotion, service and obligation. The commissions purpose is to help the needy people in this community and all over the world by such measures as Brethren Relief Work and actual physical and mental labor on certain selected projects. The deputation committee is busy working on programs and corresponding with different churches and organizations. This is one of our great opportunities to promote Christianity and the high ideals of our Christian college.

The Political Action Commission which meets in the SAR under the leadership of Dale Brown, Dayton Rothrock, and Gertrude Wilkins want to get In the minds of each one what the political, economical and social problems are today and to stimulate you to action. This is an unlimited field with such possibilities as writing our congressman on legislative acts, our magazines as to advertisements, our movie stars or directors as to movies, or perhaps you will carry on trials, elections and etc., on your campus relating to the current problems or events of the day.

The 20th Century Recreation Commission meets in the gym udder the direction of Tex Lobban and Wayne Bowman. In this group each one of you will become aware of the importance recreation plays in a happy, soc-ial, healthful, life. You will plan games, playnights, parties for the campus and off campus, sponsor intramurals such as pingpong, volley ball, basketball and tennis. Learn- | ing also the technique of leadership and well planned programs will be of great value to each one here and as

you go out from college.

Mediative and educational programs are planned by our program committee Dorothy Kurtz and Mark Emswiler for every Thursday evening at 6:45. These are a definite inspiration to you and will help you to meet your weeks trials and responsibilities. Well known educators, nature programs, song fests and many other programs will be for you to enjoy and participate in.

The SCA provides for Sunday School classes and teachers for all college students at the Church of the Brethren. We urge each one to attend Sunday School and Church of their own choice. We feel this is a part of your college responsibilities and privileges.

Each year the SCA invites every college student to become an active member on our campus and to be a member of the World’s Student Christian Federation. Our purpose is to be:

We unite in the desire to realize full and creative life through a growing knowledge of God.

We determine to have a part -In the making this life possible for all people.

In this task we seek to understand Jesus and follow him.

The Kline Hall management held a meeting Thursday evening, September 13. Due to the large number of girls rooming at Kline this year, there was a need for immediate organization. The meeting was called to elect officers and take care of new and old business.

Head resident, Mark Emswiler. began the meeting by going over the regulations of the Kline Hall honor system for the benefit of the many newcomers. The election was then held; Mildred Cartner was elected president and Dorothy Grove secretary-treasurer. Margaret Bechtold was voted Kline Hall representative to Women’s Council to supplement president Mildred Cartner, who is already a member. The total sum of 21c was turned over to the secretary-treasurer from last year, but the amount will be increased by the collection of 50c a semester dues from each girl. A date was chosen and set aside for open house.

Your Paper—The Spectator

Many of you have been asking when the first issue of “The Spectator” is coming out. The answer to that question is here. We were glad you have asked because that told us you were interested. Your interest and appreciation are what we are working for.

Some of you who are new here may not know all about “THE SPECTATOR.” For those of you who do not, it is the weekly edition of news here on our campus. Its publication is made possible by the loyalty of the merchants of McPherson who advertise in “THE SPECTATOR.” It is for those who are interested in what McPherson College and its students and faculty are accomplishing. It is primarily for those of us here on the hill, for alumni and former students, and for our boys in the service.

Our school is composed of widely varying types of individuals. It is to be expected that these different types will have as many different opinions on questions that will arise during the school year. Our campus is one of the best places to learn cooperation and tolerance, and to see democracy in action. Only by practicing these principles are we able to maintain our freedom of speech and of the press in a manner that is not antagonistic to either the readers of “THE SPECTATOR” or its staff.

“THE SPECTATOR” is your paper. The staff is here to bring it to you. In it we shall strive to print those things that most interest you. We ask your help and cooperation in discovering what those things are. If there is some news item of interest, write it up and drop it in the red slot in the “Spec” office door. This is especially important in regard to social and personal events. Tell us what you like to read in your paper.

So here it is—your first school paper for this year. It is our honest desire to make this paper one of quality as McPherson College is known as the school of quality.

School society started off with all banners flying this year. Already parties and gay get-togethers have been scheduled and carried out by various groups of guys and gals, on

and off our fair campus.

It seems too soon for farewells to begin, school has barely started, and

yet Uncle Sam has called one of the frosh away from the ranks of his classmates to join^the ranks of

Uncle Sam's's nephews. Tuesday, even-

ing Bryant Fisher. the above men-tioned departee, was surprised by a

group of friends who came to his

home to wish him well, give him a farewell gift, and eat his mother’s

ice cream and cake. The group of well wishers consisted of Mary Ellen Metzler, Donna Mohler, Roberta

Mohler. Leona Dell, MaryJo Dell, Betty Ikenberry, Susan Ikenberry, Ernest Ikenberry and Paul Wagon-er. Good luck. Bryant, we hope you come back soon.

Mrs. Alice Martin, known and respected by all former students as the assistant to the Dean, and present secretary to our President Peters, recently undergone an operation in the McPherson County Hospital. She is reported to be getting along as nicely as possible and we look for-ward to her speedy recovery.

Fahnestock Hall Meets

The boys of Fahnestock met last Thursday evening for their first dorm meeting of the year, with president Dave Albright presiding. Professor Dell, Dean of Men, and Mr. and Mrs. Zigler. head residents of the hall, gave brief talks.

Following this, the other members of the dorm council were elected. These include the proctors for the sundry floors. The proctors chosen were: Bob Kingsley, first; John Dit-mars, second; and Dayton Rothrock, third floor. Orlo Allen is secretary-treasurer.

for herself—at least she has snagged a professor’s son. Too bad that the draft is so drafty, Donna.

Dumond didn’t lose any time getting in gear. Last Tuesday night saw him load his untrusty car, affectionately called “Alexander," with unsuspecting students. They only had to stop three of four times on the way to town to let it cool off.

Among the kids who went to the movie that night we hear of several new and interesting twosome's, such as: Bailey and Dumond, Irene Schraml and Mouse, Cartner and John Williford. Shall we refrain from further comment other than to say we think it is a good deal.

Although there have been some changes made, there are a few couples still going strong. The Nay-lorbaugh's still seem to be on speaking terms which cannot be said of some of last year’s romances.

Johnette Spengler celebrated her nineteenth birthday on Tuesday. The evening before a line party to the show was held in her honor. On Tuesday evening she had a birth-

day supper in the dining hall. The traditional birthday cake was a gift of Johnette’s sister, and it was eyed with much envy and longing by

the others as they passed the honored table. The guests were Johnnette, the honoree, Gernelda Sprenkel, Dorothy Frantz, Phyllis Strickler, Annette Ronk, Katherine Bowers, Joan Finfrock. and Donnis Wampler.

This column is set aside for the sole purpose of recording events and occasions of social interest that occur on and about the campus. This is your column! The writer humbly asks your help in keeping it yours.

If you have a party, week-end guests or some special occasion comes up, let it be known. Hand in the needed information to your society reporter or put it in the slot of tbe "Spec” office door so that be may get the event recorded in this column. Your cooperation will be gratefully appreciated.

Nothing slow about these freshmen! Just two weeks of school and see how much they have accomplished. ’Tis rumored about that the freshmen boys have received instructions to the effect that upper-class-men want time to survey the field, but we are proud to report that the freshmen are doing things their own way.

If you need proof of the above statement, just take a look around. Our young Wolf is carrying on true to fashion, at least Betty Lou Jamison is not often seen unescorted.

Donna Mohler is doing all right

One of our popular campus misses, Phyllis Strickler, was honored by a real celebration on her 19th birthday, September 13. Phyllis and her friends had a special table with a yummy good chocolate birthday cake. While she was lighting her cake, students in the dining ball sang "Happy Birthday,’’ and then you should have seen her blow out candles! Those at the table were Phyllis Strickler, Ruth Engel-and, Esther Miller, Johnette Speng-ler, Gernelda Sprenkle, Dorothy Fantz, Catharine Little, and Della

Mae Poland.

Incidentally Phyllis was escorted to the show after supper by six men. Wasn’t she lucky?

Paper, Paper Mister! Buy a spec—read all about McPherson College this year! Only a dollar; make it double and send

a copy home too.

That’s right, for all you former students and Alumni the Spec will be sent to you for only a dollar a year if you would like to have it. There will be new names but you will enjoy seeing the old names, and keeping in touch with the College.

Students may purchase a yearly subscription to send home to their parents or to a friend if they so desire. Let your friends know what is happening here and what you are doing. It will also save writing so many letters.

Who should you send or give your subscription to? Send it to Roberta Mohler, Business Manager, or Della Mae Poland, Editor.

Remember, thirty Specs for only a dollar!

rules. Early morning classes consisted of: first—the art of speech, in which all pupils and visiting friends filed by the microphone and recorded their voice; embarrassing grins and hearty chuckles prevailed as the record was replayed to the class. This same record will be kept and played again at the final class day exercises of this same class in '49. Periods for ’rithmetic and spelling followed. Gordon Reist stood the longest for the word contest.

A new experience then followed for many of the freshmen students—the singing of the college song, “O Sacred Truth."

Athletic Program Is Tentatively Announce

Returning again for his sixth con-secutive year as director of men's physical education is Coach Hayden small but active director of the “Bulldog’’ cagers. He is a man of ability, who has directed McPherson’s fighting bulldogs to fifty victories, and only thirty-five defeats. Last year’s basketball record was 13 victories to 3 defeats.

His education was obtained at some of the best Universities of our land. In 1925, Mr. Hayden graduated from the University of Illinois, and in 1932 lie received his Master’s Degree from the University of Iowa.

When asked about his plans for this year, Mr. Hayden replied that he hoped to see a good softball team out this Wednesday to warm up for a season of victories. No date has been given for the opening of the 1945-46 basketball season. However. Mr. Hayden let the press in on a rumor that there is the possibility of the reorganization of our College Basketball Conference. This would make it possible for us to compete mainly with the schools our own size.

WAA Elects Club Heads Wolf Is Vice-President

Women’s Athletic Association met last night with their president, An-nette Ronk, conducting the meeting. Eula Wolf was elected vice-president to take the place of Betty Greig. Ruth Engelland was elected head of hockey club. Donnis Wampler will head the outdoor outing club as chairman. Chairman of the swimming and softball are Gernelda Spren-kel aud Masako Nakamura respectively.

Friday afternoon there will be a WAA party for all girls interested in joining. Annette Ronk stated that further activities will be posted on the bulletin boards and also mentioned in the “Spec.”

Proctors Arc Elected At First Dorm Meeting

Elva Jean Harbaugh, president of Arnold Hall, opened the first dorm meeting Tuesday night, Sept. 17. One of the purposes of the meeting was to elect proctors.

The proctors on third floor are Ruth Davis and Joann Yoder. On second floor Alice Ruth Bailey will be head proctor, and Millie Jones assistant. The two proctors for first floor are Ruth Engelland and Nina Kagarice. Ruth is the head prector, and Nina is the assistant.

Another matter taken up was the house constitution. It was read and discussed and the various other rules were mentioned.

Nine Lettermen

Back To Campus

Nine lettermen returned to Mac

Campus this fall to start another year of exciting games. This group of lettermen is led by their trusty captain, Paul Markham, who has two letters and is president of “M” Club for the coming year. Bob Lowe, another two year letterman, returns to show his high skills in hitting the bucket. Dave Albright, stocky second year letterman, is here for his senior year. Kent Naylor and Melvin Zerger, juniors with one letter. are a swell pair on the floor when it comes to ball handling. Marvin Krehbiel, a “hot shot’’ in playing ball, is a sophomore this year. Other upper classmen to try their luck will be Marvin Heidebrecht, lanky center, and Wayne Bowman. Both of these fellows are sophomores. Keith Burton has a cheer leaders letter. Orville Buckingham and Day-ton Rothrock are returning letter-men who were not in school last year.

Coach Hayden and Coach Ronk are planning for some intramural contest such as ping pong and volley ball for the winter months.

Recreation Council Meets And Elects New Members

Ten members of last year’s Recreation Council met Monday evening in their first meeting of this school year. New officers were elected: Lucy Blough of Waterloo, Iowa, will be the chairman for the council this year. Jo B. Brooks, of Nickerson, Kansas, will be the secretary-treasurer, and Marvin Blough will act as the member of the council’s steering committee.

The first business of the group was to refill their depleted ranks. After much voting, because of so many excellent students to choose from, they finally got a fairly well represented group from all classes. The new members to be invited into the council are: Bob Keim, freshman from Idaho; Wayne Bowman, sophomore from Quinter, Kansas; Paul Wagoner, freshman, from Iowa; Gordon Corwin, freshman from McPherson; Elsie Schnorr, sophomore from McPherson; Lois Burger, freshman from Texas; Ila Vein Lobban, junior from New Mexico; and Dorris Murdock, sophomore from Iowa.

Roberta Mohler Fills Vacancy Of Bus. Mgr.

Roberta Mohler is the new business manager of the Spectator. She replaces Betty Greig, who was chosen to that position last year, but who did not return to school this fall.

Miss Mohler has had considerable experience to qualify her for the position of business manager. She was a reporter on the staff last year. In addition to her work as reporter, she also served as collector for the business staff. Her experience with the town people will be exceedingly valuable in her new position.

The recommendation came from the Board of Publications, a committee of Student Council, and was approved by the Council.

They are here again—almost as green as we were, and quite a few of them. The usual battle is ensuing betwixt Iowans and Idahoans. Oh well, you may as well meet the freshmen!

Ruth Brubaker: Petite and pretty, (and bashful) she proudly claims Idaho as her state, and believe me she has already disillusioned Rothrock.

Glenn Beckwith. Brother of The Carl Beckwith, Glenn is managing to hold his own. (Reet, Milly?). You guessed it, another guy from Idaho. There seems to be no end of them.

Paul Klotz: Remember way back when the other Klotz was keeping up the morale of Arnold Hall at an all-time high. Well, now his brother is here to take over, so girls beware. Just call him Paul the Bootblack.

Sibyl Miller: Efficiency person-■fied. Sibyl is that pleasant, pretty blonde from Kansas, who spends her spare time in the business office —working of course.

Bob Keim: Same song, sixteenth chorus—another guy from Idaho. He’s one of the new Sports Editors of the Spectator, and he always sports a million-dollar smile!

Phyllis Erb: This little Iowan made her debut in the dining hall ala piano accordian. Sure she’s a sister of Avis, and already spoken for. Sorry boys!

The building is useless unless it is used. Consequently we felt a thrill, when we heard joyful shouts coming from the internal portion of our physical education building. As the year proceeds we will hear more and more of those shouts, and all of us should be contributing to them. To make one of the finest buildings on our campus useful, you and I must use it.

It has been revealed that the varsity team will practice at 3:15 p. m. instead of 4:00 p. m. This change of schedule was arranged so that all students could use the gymnasium as a place of recreation. Let’s loosen our stiff writing arms and go over and use the ping pong, volley, and basketball. Recreation is the oil to lubricate a tired mind.

Have you noticed those fellows that are, or appear to be, taking an interest in the dribbling business of basketball? Well, if you haven’t better keep your eyes pinned on the activities of Paul Gerlach, “Buck’ Buckingham, Keith Howard, Merle Wedel, and Wayne Bowman, to see what develops.