The Agnes Scott News VOL, XLVI AGNES SCOTT COLLEGE, DECATUR, GEORGIA, Wednesday, September 28, 1960 No. 1 CA Relates World To Student Interest World-Wide Communion Day will be celebrated on campus Oc- tober 2, marking the beginning of Christian Association's World- P.elatedness Week, led by Lucy Morcock. Butch Ivey, a student in Cuba during the revolution, is interviewed in a separate article. Joining Christians around the world ,the college community . will hold its service at 5 p.m. in Mac- lean Chapel. Dr. Wallace Alston will lead the service with Dean C. Benton Kline offering communion meditation. Flossie Gaines is organist. Students representing six foreign countries will serve. They are: Anneke Schepman, Venezuela; Maryke Klien Was- sink, Holland; Hilda Herzog, Ecuador; Edna Vass, Belgian Congo; Joan Byrd, England; Lucy Yang and Eleanor Chiu, .Hong Kong. Dr. D. J. Cumming, secretary of the World Education Board of the Presbyterian Church, U. S., will speak in chapel Tuesday. His lalk will be pointed around Cuba and the Congo, emphasis areas this year. Dr. Cumming is the father of Sarah Stokes Cumming, '63, and Shannon Cumming, '60. Wednesday night seminars on Cuba and the Congo will be led by Edna Vass' mother who re- cently evacuated from the Bel- gian Congo, and Butch and Clara Ivey, students in Cuba during the revolution. The seminars will be held con- currently both at 7 p.m. and at 8 p.m. in Walter's recreation room so that students may hear both areas discussed. SNEWS of the WEEK! in Jackson, Miss.: Vice-President Nixon began new electoral vote raids in the Deep South as he spoke to cheering thousands in Louisiana and Mississippi; in the latter, he was the first major presidential candidate to bid for votes since 1828. Havana: Cuba announced estab- lishment of diplomatic relations with Communist China, thus be- coming the first nation in the Western Hemisphere to recognize Red China. Newport News, Va.: The United States christened the biggest, mightiest ship ever built, the nu- clear-powered aircraft carrier Enterprise. London: Deputy Foreign Min- ister Valerian Zorin has been ap- pointed the Soviet Union's new permanent representative at the United Nations. Chicago: Senator John F. Ken- nedy continues his airborne, city- hopping presidential drive into Ohio, Pennsylvania, and upstate New York after campaigning in the Far West. United Nations, N. Y.: The his- torical session of the U. N. con- tinues with Russia's Khrushchev, Castro of Cuba, Nassar of the United Arab Republic, Yugosla- via's Tito, Ghana's President Nkrumah, Diefenbaker of Cana- da, King Hussein of Jordan, In- dia's Nehru and Macmillan of Great Britain. Leopoldville: Col. Joseph Mobu- tu, army strongman who has assumed power, is working for a conciliation between President Joseph Kasavubu and deposed Premier Patrice Lumumba. Sophomores Take Trophy; Honor Roll Recognizes 33 Sally Ann Rodwell, president of the Class of 1963, accepted the Scholarship Trophy won by her class for earning an academic average highest in classes at that level in Honors Day Convocation today. relation to the three preceding III 'Wlli Members of the Class of '63 line up early for registration, showing the determination which won the Scholarship Cup. Campus Political Split Looms As Hines, Brown Take Over By MILDRED LOVE Nixon buttons and Kennedy badges are replacing circle pins on the campus lapel in preparation for October 28 mock presidential election Campaign managers, Ellen Hines, Republican, and Pete Brown, Democrat, will be assisted by state READ CAMPUS BEAT A New Column Every Week On Page 2 Cuban Students Deplore Castro Tactics; Butch Ivey Suggests 'Four or Five Bullets By NANCY SIBLEY Butch and Clara Ivey are married students with an inside knowledge of the Cuban situa- tion denied to the American, which they will share with the campus during World Rela- tions Week. Butch has traveled widely on the island and has become familiar with the people and the nation; Clara is the daughter of a political prisoner, sentenced to thirty year's imprisonment on the Isle of Pine for his attempt as a leader of what is similar to our Na- tional Guard, to quell the Rebellion when it first began. Butch demonstrated an amazing whether he was pro-Communist comprehension of and familiarity with the people and events in- volved in the chaos of Cuba, but he was quick to admit his in- capability of interpreting the ac- tions of "the mystery man of the Cuban Revolution." "For me there will always be a question mark as to how he arrived where he is," he said. Castro "At first, he seemed to have nothing but the interest of Cuba at heart. October, 1959, sentenced pro- to twenty year's for distributing handbills from his airplane, urging Cubans to reject the beginnings of Communist infiltration), there was definitely a complete swing- ing to the other side. Communism "Today, Castro is certainly anti- American; but a problem stands in the way of understanding him "Then after i when Castro Western Matos imprisonment from the beginning and was will- ing to compromise only until he could get the pro-Western men out of the way. "Or . . . whether he was willing to listen to both sides, while in the end, working only for Cuba." Butch remarked that the other masterminds of the Cuban Re- bellion, such as Raoul Castro, were less difficult to analyze. Purges He seemed to represent the feelings of the majority of Cubans when he spoke of an incident in- volving another pro-Western Rev- olutionary, Camilo Cienfuegos, v.ho "next to Fidel Castro was the most popular man in the Revolution." Cienfuegos* plane and crew dis- appeared mysteriously, and the aircraft was reported to have had engine trouble. But said Butch, "We all feel Raoul had Camilo killed. There seems no doubt as to the Com- munistic interests of Fidel's brother. Prisons A question about the prison on the Isle of Pines, where Clara's father is serving his sentence, in- spired Butch to speak quite open- ly of his impressions. "Formerly the prison at the Isle of Pine might have served as a model of good prison conditions and good prisoner treatment there used to be much freedom given to the prisoners there. "Now, guards surround the premises with looks so sullen that you want to turn around and run." He spoke of prison conditions as "an aggravating sight . . ." Butch hastened to add that his opinions were based on his ob- servations of the strife in Cuba, not on the fact that his wife's (Continued on Page 3) party officials in organizing Agnes Scott affiliations with the Young Republicans and Young Demo- crats. Meeting this week with Mortar Board, sponsor of mock election, are campus "party officials" and political adviser, Mr. William G. Cornelius, who will lay campaign plans. On October 27, students will speak in chapel for their candi- dates. On election day outside speakers from each party will offer final persuasion. The quadrangle has been tenta- tively selected as the polling site. Following the Honors Day ad- dress by Dr. David A. Lockmiller, president of Ohio Wesleyan Un- iversity and the Association of American Collegs. Dean C. Benton Kline read the honor roll for the 1959-60 session. To attain honor roll recognition, lower division students must have an average of 2.3 quality points; juniors and seniors must have a 2.5 average Honor Roil Listed from the trophy-winning sophomore class are: Patty Bruen- ing, Shreveport, La.; Sarah Cum- ming, Nashville, Tenn., and Caro- lyn Ann Hattox, Baton Rouge, La. Others include Mary Ann Lusk, Gallipolis, Ohio; Dudley Milward, Lexington, Ky.; Linda Plemons, Manchester, Ga. ; Nancy Rose, Rich- mond, Va.; Caroline Teague, Laurens, S. C, and Mary Beth Thomas, Athens, Tenn. Juniors included are Caroline Askew, Scarborough, N. Y.; Sallie Boineau, Columbia. S. C; Kay Gill- iland, Roanoke, Va.; Susan Grey, Asheboro, N. C; Norris Johnston, Winston-Salem, N. C; Knox Jones, Houston, Tex., and Beverly Ken- ton, Decatur. Included also are Joyce McQuil- kin, Wellesley, Mass.; Marjorie Reitz, Gainesville, Fla.; Carroll Rogers, Charlotte, N. C; Margaret Ann Shugart, Franklin, Ky.; Anne Thomas, St. Petersburg, Fla.; Ann Thompson, Augusta, Ga.. and Kat- herine White, Charleston, W. Va. Seniors recognized are Anne Broad, Jackson, Miss.; Margaret Bullock, Hamlet. N. C; Rachel Fowler. Toccoa, Ga.; Pat Holmes, (Continued on Page 4) UPPERCLASSMEN! Needed: Potential Agnes Scott News reporters to come to try- ; out meeting Thursday, Sept. ! 29, at 5:00 in Hub News room. Exec. Creates Sub-Committees To Tap Opinions, Induce Action In an unprecedented decision to involve students in active legislation, the Executive Committee voted unanimously at Fall Retreat to establish sub-committees composed of mem- bers of Student Government Association. Members of the association, which include the entire student body, will work with student government officers in searching out campus opinion, acting as a sounding board for suggestions, and making recommendations to stu- dent government committees, com- posed of members of Exec. The move came following a dis- cussion on chapels, presented by Martha Lambeth, house president of Hopkins and chairman of the chapel committee. Ellen Hines was appointed chair- man of the sub-committee on chapels. Sub-Committees Reliable sources have indicated that other sub-committees will be appointed as the need arises. In speaking of the decision to in- corporate working sub-committees into student government. Missy Moore, judicial chairman, cited the "tremendous" amount of time necessarily devoted to judicial work. "I hope that in this way students whose active participation in stud- ent government the Executive Committee needs will have an addi- tional channel for their ability which they want and will use," Missy said. Another suggestion for increas- ing legislative effectiveness was offered by Judy Holloway. who re- commended that Monday night sessions be devoted to judicial work and that legislative work be handled at another time. No action was taken at the re- treat on this proposal, though most of the discussion following was in favor of the proposal. 32274 2 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, September 28, I960 The Agnes Scott News Published weekly except holidays and examination periods, by the students of Agnes Scott College. Office on second floor Murphey Candler Building. Entered as second class matter at the Decatur. Georgia, post office. Subscription price per year $2.00: single copy. 10 cents. Editor - ESTHER THOMAS Managing Editor MARY JANE MOORE Assistant Editors: NANCY BARRETT. CAROLE SUE JACKSON. LUCY SCHOW Copy Editor MARY TAYLOR LIPSCOMB Assignment Manager SUE MUSTOE Entertainment ELLEN MIDDLEBROOKS International HARRIET SMITH New- Features BETH CRAWFORD Sports INA JONES Meat Minus Parsley "We want to use the News . . ." Tough. The News, perhaps contrary to popular opinion, .merely wants to report. We don't want to propagandize. Confi- dentially, we don't really want to criticize. We want to paint word-pictures of campus life in our columns. We want to get down into the undertow of life at Agnes Scott into the "maybe you'd better not print this" news. We want to say what is happening. You who read the paper can add the adjectives. You deserve the main dish without too much parsley garnishing it. Editorially, we don't want a handy-dandy little outline to follow. We want to be a little bit ahead. | Editorially, we envy the Socratic "gadfly." This, of course, is not synonymous with rabble-rousing. We want to be taken seriously. This, of course, is not entirely in our hands- The news itself is in the hand that shoots up for recognition at Open Forum . . . the hand offering you a Nixon button . . . the 39 point hand at the bridge table . . . the fist gripped tight around a hockey stick . . . the handshake between races . . . the hand given a speaker in convocation. It's also in the hands, negatively, of those with hands-off attitudes. Only committed people make news. And it's in the hands of those with a figurative finger-tip raised to the lips. The responsibility for censoring news should not necessarily be assumed by the very people who make it. We're going after the news. Don't hand us a vacuum super- ficially sugar-coated to look appetizing. "Life at Agnes Scott" . . . this is the big story. We want it. E.T. Campus Beat interviews judicial chairman, Missy Moore, and Walters' assistant, Prudy Moore in the Hub. Internationally Speaking European Traveler Reports Trend in Pro-Americanism Editor's Note: Nancy Stone, who toured Europe this summer is Harriet Smith's guest columnist this week By NANCY STONE From August 1-6, I was a visitor in the home of Herr Josef Buhlen in Essen-Dellwig, Germany, to meet and know my pen pal of nine years standing. This brief visit was the high- light of my European travel. Essen is located in the north- western part of Germany. It has a population of 800,000 people, and is one of the chief industrial centers for steel and coal mining in Ger- many. Because of the famous A. Krupp factory which is located there, Essen was one of the main points of U. S. bombing attacks during World War II. Prisoners of War My Germ a n family was not reluctant to speak at length about the war. Herr Buhlen and both of his sons- in - law were A m e r i c a n prisoners - of - war. However, the feelings toward the Americans. On the contrary, they feel them- selves quite fortunate that the United States was their enemy. Hans >poke for all of them when he said, "The first forty days of my imprisonment were hard. After that I was given clothes, food, and shelter which I could not have gotten at the hands of the im- poverished German army." Allies My friend Karl told me later, "During the immediate post-war years. I feel that the U. S. and Bri- tain were our saviors. "We had barely enough food to Classes To Cavori In Feline Festivities A Black Cat will haunt the Campus Oct. 15, and when he meets the freshman Black Cat chairman, the class of 1964 will have received its biggest tradi- tional welcome. Black Cat is devoted to fun and festivities with class competition the keynote for afternoon sweep- stakes and skit and song competi- tion in the evening. Members of the chorus were named Monday after freshman try- outs. Junior class president Nancy Bond and her committee selected the freshmen chorus members and will also chose freshman talent next Monday. Those chosen were Elizabeth Stewart, Julie Norton, and Dianne Davidson. Ann Hutchinson, Black Cat chairman, and Tricia Walker, Mor- tar Board president, have been working with the overall commit- tee writing the script on a top- secret theme and co-ordinating plans for the day. Committee members are Nina Marable, Betsy Schenck, Sandy Still, Ina Jones, Molly Schwab, and Nancy Hall. Jan Heard is in charge of the chorus; Jo Allison Smith, music; Anneke Schepman, choreography; and Carroll Rogers, programs. survive, no electricity, clothes, and many of us were without homes. The Marshall Plan, the Red Cross, and the Berlin Airlift did much to relieve our suffering." Karl did his thesis for his college graduation on the Nazi Resistance group during the war. Roosevelt and Churchill When I questioned him about the Germans' feelings about Roose- velt and Churchill, he said, "They are nearly forgotten, but we can never have much respect for either of them. "Our Resistance Group begged the U. S. and Great Britain for aid to overthrow Hitler, and they would not give it. "Your country and Britain feared the Resistance Group would simply carry out Hitler's plans if and when they overthrew him." Adenauer and Ike The Buhlen family feels that the majority of the German people to- day like and admire the United States very much. Herr Buhlen was very interested to know if we like Adenauer. I told him "yes." and asked him what he thought about Eisen- hower. Since Karl was interpret- ing, he answered. "We like him very much. "We think he has been a great president, and we advocate every- thing you are trying to do to over- throw the threat of Communism." Summer Campaign Nears Halfway Goal The half-way mark in the $4.5 million Agnes Scott fund campaign is in sight. During the summer, alumnae and friends brought pledge totals almost to the $2 million mark. The campaign is having per manent side-effects among alum- nae. Clubs are starting where none existed in Chattanooga, Memphis and Raleigh, out of only six areas thus far visited. Mr. William French, director of the campaign, said he did not know of any factor which impressed and challenged alumnae more than the results of the campus drive. Solicitation "The women, even better than men, are getting the job done," Mr. French said. "I don't know when I've seen better. There is a willingness to work. We have not started anywhere empty-handed. Alumnae records have been modernized, chairmen selected sales schools for solicitors held, invitations printed and local pro- motion engineered in preparation for each area dinner. Both Dr. McNair and Mr French, commenting on the tre- mendous activity, said they feel confident that the goal Is well in sight. Campus Beat Leaders Hint Ignorance On Handbook Changes By VIRGINIA PHILIP Eavesdropping among some of our campus leaders we have become aware that many are gravely concerned over the apparent ignorance of seniors, juniors, and sophomores of the regulations and policies set forth in the Student Hand- book. Are we Dottie Burns says a special handbook class for upperclassmen has been sug- gested. This, we cry, is an insult. We can read and understand with- out coaching. But the ques- tion does not concern our abil- ity to compre- hend. The question is aware? Are we aware of the new privi- leges which go along with our new 1960 class standing, and fully familiar with the details of them? Are we aware of the regulations regarding members of classes junior to our own? And are we aware of the changes made in the 1960-61 handbook? New privileges have been grant- ed. For example, freshmen may single date before afternoon time limit. Juniors do not have to sign out in the daytime when driving during spring quarter. Cabin rules have been simpli- fied, and any three students can go to the Grill at night. Another revision was made in the printing of explanations of privileges which will be granted throughout the year rather than waiting to make "surprises" of them at housemeetings. This inclusion will prevent the handbook's becoming obsolete by the end of the session. We agree with the editors of the handbook that every Agnes Scott student should familiarize herself with the college's regula- tions and policies so that she may be an "intelligent, cooperative member of the community." ON AND OFF THE RECORD Exec has initiated this year the installation of student subcom- mittees designed to tap general student opinion. We feel that this practice will be an effective liason between Exec and the student, and will give the student a more real chance of voicing her opinion and of taking an active part in stu- dent government. Betsy Dalton, as chairman of the Rules Committee, will wel- come the opinions of students who can offer helpful sugges- tions and constructive criticism. Ellen Hines is heading a sub- committee designed to study our system of chapel programs. The committee is considering the possibilities of more varied and more appealing programs. Two suggestions include more frequent showing of slides and films in Campbell and having Kub discussions during the chapel hour. We hope migrants to the Grill will speak to this group and that its work will result in a greater response to the 10:30 bell. After Seven Antics Of Marlyn, Yves Entice Atlanta's Audiences By ELLEN MIDDLEBROOKS Entertainment in Atlanta this fall is as vivid and as varied as the turning leaves. Three new films made their debuts at downtown theaters this week. "The Angel Wore Red" playing at Loew's Grand stars Ava Gard- ner as a prostitute and Dirk Bogarde as a disillusioned priest, both of whom work fof the rebel forces in the Spanish Civil War. Nunnally Johnston's screenplay pits both sides against the middle and the result tends to divide the audience's loyalties as the story unfolds, maintaining interest throughout the film "Let's Make Love" opened at the Fox'with the bosomy Marilyn Monroe and the latest French heart-throb in the person of Yves Mont and (Simone S i g n o r e t \s spouse ) .. Not the best in entertainment, but it offers comedy with music and will probably do well box office wise. Milton Berle. Bing Crosby, and Gene Kelly get into the picture with each performing in his milieu. Hitchcock Intrigue The Peachtree Art offers in- trigue, murder and espionage a la Hitchcock in a remake of his pic- ture "The 39 Steps" which stamped thrill pictures. Taina Elg and Kenneth More are starring with Brenda de Banzie and Barry Jones heading a strong supporting cast. cjCetter to the Editor Editor, Agnes Scott News: Why doesn't the paper have a better name? At least there was something dis- tinctive in being called iHie Agonis- tic. Surely our liberally educated alumnae and friends were exposed to the term "agnostic" long enough to learn how to spell it. Certainly they were long enough exposed to appreciate the critical difference between its spelling and the name of the newpaper. Doesn't a mouldy, mediocre, compromise-chosen banner some- what depress the news beneath it? Somebody must have imagination enough to offer a change in Open Forum. Interested Student Editor's note: We vnll be exces- sively open to suggested mimes. We might even raise some payola for the winning suggestion if there him 25 years ago as the master of are enough. Wednesday, September 28, 1960 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS 3 Orientation Activities Include New Intellectual Discussions By BETH CRAWFORD During the first week of orientation 216 freshmen repre- senting 22 states, the District of Columbia, and 3 foreign countries received their initial impressions of Agnes Scott. The Orientation Committee, headed by Dottie Burns, and the four boards, began last spring to plan a more well-balanced and realistic presentation of the col- lege community. Handbook class teachers were told not only to instruct but also to give logical foundations for Agnes Scott policies, and to give freshmen a chance to evaluate the rules for themselves. On the social side, rush was organized under Sally Blomquist and Betsy Boatwright. The larg- est number of freshmen ever par- ticipated in rush activities this past week. Intellectual Orientation This year critical discussion of an intellectual subject was made a part of the freshman's introduc- tion to Agnes Scott. Letters advising that freshmen read Camus' The Stranger and sections of Reiseman's The Lone- ly Crowd were sent out prior to the opening of school. Freshmen's Views Freshmen indicate that Agnes Scott has been portrayed with ac- curacy and that a desire to enter into various realms of activity, in- tellectual as well as extracurricu- lar has been instilled in them. Of course, all the problem that plague freshmen have not been re- medied. Complaints, "When do y'all sleep around here?" and the un- answerable question, "How does Dr. Alston remember all those names?" are still heard. Mademoiselle Sets Contest Date, Rules Attention, college students! Have you ever yearned to have an ex- citing job behind a city desk? To meet and interview visiting cele- brities? To be among the first to preview new fashions? Here is your chance. Mademoiselle Magazine has an- nounced the opening of its 1960- 61 College Board Contest. Women undergraduates under 26 years old who are enrolled in an accredited college or junior college are invited to enter. College Board To try out for membership on the College Board, a girl may write a criticism (1,200 words or more) of the editorial section of a current issue of Mademoiselle. Nov. 30 is the deadline for sub- mitting the tryout assignment. Contestants will be notified by Jan. 1, 1961, whether their tryouts have been accepted. College Board members will choose one assignment from a variety of selections to appear in the January issue. Prizes will be given for both try- outs and assignments. Guest Editors For more detailed information, write to College Board Contest, Mademoiselle, 575 Madison Avenue, New York 22, requesting the Con- test Rules Book. COC* OUk OO Uru It was sad... when that great ship went down and the last thing to leave the sinking ship was a bottle of Coca-Cola. That's because all hands stuck to Coke to the end. Now there's popularity! That's the kind of loyalty the sparkling lift, the good taste of Coke engenders. Man the lifeboats, have a Coke! BE REALLY REFRESHED Bottled under authority of The Coca-Cola Company by THE ATLANTA COCA-COLA BOTTLING COMPANY Sponsors and sophomore helpers rush to greet freshmen arriving with their parents for first day at college. Summer Campus Improvements Include Hydrants, Amphitheatre Seats, Bookcases Summer's face-lifting has made the campus a more accommodat- ing lady. One of the improvements is the installation of a new water line from South McDonough to College Avenue, crossing the quadrangle between Main and the library, with installation of new fire hy- drants and fire hydrant connec- tions. Other changes include the fur- ther clearing of the entrance to Campbell Science Hall by razing a faculty house at 214 South Mc- Donough and the purchase of property for faculty housing at 315 South McDonough, 302 South McDonough, and 184 South Cand- ler streets. Faculty offices have also been constructed. These include four on the ground floor of Buttrick and one on the ground floor of Presser. Three storage areas for administrative offices on the ground floor of Buttrick have been built. New permanent concrete seats have been built in the amphi- theatre a gift given in honor of his parents by Mr. Robert R. Snod- grass of Atlanta. Automatic fire alarm systems have been installed in all cottages, and fire exits in Ansley and Alex- ander have been added. The in- stallation in each cottage of a re- frigerator for student use is an- other improvement. One of the wards on the sec- ond floor of the infirmary has been converted into two isola- tion rooms. A new bath has also been added. New candy machines and auto- matic coffee-perkers have been placed in Campbell science hall, the basement of Main, the Hub and the ground floor of Rebekah. A new type of coin changer has also been added to the Hub. New bookcases for Alexander and Ansley are to be installed soon. Poetry Association Seeks Competitors The National Poetry Associa- tion's annual competition for col- lege students will close Nov. 5. Manuscripts receiving recogni- tion will be printed in the College Students' Poetry Anthology, pub- lished in the spring. La^year Ann Parker, '60, had two poems published in the antho- logy. With no formal or thematic limi- tations, manuscripts must be typed on separate sheets, bearing the name and home address of the student, as well as her college. Those submitting poems must address them to the National Poetry Association, 3210 Selby Ave., Los Angeles 34, Cal. Decatur, Go PRINTING Business Stationery Personal Stationery Announcements Placards Your Particular Job the Way You Want It New Era Publishing Co. 124 Atlanta Ave. DR. 3-5785 Cuban Students (Continued from Page 1) father is a prisoner there. "My mind was convinced of the situation before I knew Clara," he said, "and I know there are those who deserve to be imprison- ed, but there are many others who, like Clara's father, have been unjustly treated." Soviet Alliance In regard to the future of Cuba, Butch spoke optimistically. He said that the present strife had equally divided the people by July, 1960, into those with the gov- ernment and those against it. "But since July, most of the latter group have left the island. "And until they can become awakened to the imminent danger of the Soviet alliance enough to organize their forces and return to Cuba, the government will re- main strongly Communistic." Butch explained that the pres- ent government is the "estab- lished" government of Cuba, and as such is free to ask military aid from the Soviets. He said that American aid could be accomplished only by the recognition of a government established by a counter-revolu- tionary movement. Then by the principles of the Monroe Doc- trine, the United States might send troops to Cuba. Solutions "Really, there are two solutions to the crisis," said Butch. "One of them is the Christian solution." He urged a stronger mission- ary movement within the Pres- byterian Church, which comprises the largest Protestant member- ship in Cuba. He feels that the work of the Church might lead to the awaken- ing of the people: not only spiritually but, in addition, po- litically. "If the Presbyterian Mission in Cuba had been better organized before the trouble began," he said, "the problems of Cuba faces to- day wouldn't exist." When asked about the other solution, he spoke first of "some four or five men in the top echelon of Cuban govern- ment." With Fidel Castro at their head, "a very impressionable person," the others, Raoul among them, comprise the policy-makers. Butch's Solution: "Four or five well-placed bullets . . ." Ellington Grocery Co. 307 E. College Ave- DR 7-3841-3842 Visit or Phone VfATSON PHARMACY For Prompt Delivery DR 3-1665 YOUR NEAREST DRUG STORE 4 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, September 28, 1960 Leaving retreat activities behind, AA members take a breather through Georgia pines after winning a tug-of-war with Student Government. AA Flexes Biceps, New Ideas Emphasizing Full Participation By INA JONES After a vigorous three days of warming up muscles and ideas at the retreat, the Athletic Board returned to the campus eager to begin a new year. At the open house on Sunday September 18, the freshmen were introduced to the Cabin. During the summer a new water heat- er was installed; at retreat the Board proposed buying bed- spreads and a few pictures. Rules for Cabin parties are in- cluded in the A. A. Calendar; plans should be made through Dot Porcher, cabin manager. Hockey season began Monday when students signed up for class teams. Kay Younger will be working with class managers in planning the competitions each Friday. Nancy Hall, Spirit Chairman, urges everyone to attend the pep rally before the first hockey game. A. A. will also sponsor Hey Day on October 12. Jane Weltch, Archery Manager, will conduct open archery every Tuesday afternoon from 3:30-5:30. On October 25, four people will be asked to compete in an in- vitational tournament. Advanced and intermediate tennis singles begin October 7 for all interested students. Ann Thomas, Tennis Manager, in- forms participants that they will be playing for their class as well as for individual points. A list is posted in the mail room for those interested in the singles trurnament. An additional list can be found on the AA bulletin board for freshmen in order to help them find tennis partners. Plans are being made for mixed doubles with Emory and Semi- nary boys, an intercollegiate tournament and a campus tourna- ment in the spring. Lelia Jones recommends the swimming meet on November 8. A good time to practice is Monday-Friday from 4-5 p.m. during open swimming. The trophy case has been re- paired and trophies are on display in the gym. Mary Beth Thomas, Recorder, and Miss Kate McKemie, Advisor, are revising the point system. Students are reminded to post hours on the sports board. The Athletic Board is "at your service." Sweatshirts, blazers, the AA Calendar, as well as all sports and sings, are made available for your enjoyment and convergence. Alumnae Quarterly Wins Journal Prize A national winner in the Alumnae Journal competition is the Agnes Scott College Alumnae Quarterly. Edited by Alumnae Dir- ector Ann Worthy Johnson, '38 the magazine received an honorable mention from the American Alumnae Council. Both faculty and alumnae cen- tribute to the quarterly. The magazine strives to show former Scott students the college as it is today and to report news of grad- uates. Agnes Scott Students Deserve The Best GET THE BEST IN SERVICE At Decatur Cleaners and Hatters 147 Sycamore Street, Decatur, Ga. Pickup and Delivery Service DRake 7-5465 Campus Countdown By LYNNE LAMBERT Dear Aggie, Here I am back at school again after the long, hot summer! Some of my "Scottmates" have returned to their boyfriends while others have left theirs behind, and still others have yet to meet that "special someone" (sure hope they do so I'll have something to write about ! ) The summer was an exciting one for Jan Heard who returned with a Beta pin belonging to Charles Baucum from Shreve- port, La., who is a senior at W&L in Lexington, Va. Also Joyce Townsend is now sporting the Phi Sigma Kappa pin of Ray Pack who attended the University of Tennessee. Louise Kimsey became Mrs. George Sheftell on September 10, not without the aid of the former third Walters crew who turned out full force for the wedding. George was a former KA at Georgia, and he and Louise will make their home in Augusta. Surprising news was the fall wedding of Virginia Thomas who married Scott Shackleford of Roa- noke, Virginia. Virginia and Scott will complete their studies at George Washington University. Penny Williams plans to wed Bill Tongate, a real Texas rancher and former student at Texas A&M. Another profitable summer was spent by Ginger Marks who is wearing the Theta Chi pin of Tom Espy from Auburn. Nancy Glass is also back with an additional possession . . . the Delta Sigma Phi pin of Herb Little who goes to N. C. State. Not to be outdone, Mason Collier brought back with her the Deke pin be- longing to Dick Fogg of U. Va. Mary Ellen Barnes celebrated her birthday Sunday by getting pinned to Gus Hendricks, EAE senior at Tech from Jacksonville, Florida; and they said it couldn't be done! Linda Lentz is starling her junior year off with a bang. She received her diamond from 'Buddy Woods this weekend! Buddy, a Beta, graduated from Tech in June and is now stationed with the Navy in Athens. Ramona Cartwright Bring Shoe Troubles To Clairmont Shoe Repair. Inc. 14T Clairmont Ave. DR 3-3676 Sophomores (Continued from Page 1) Kingstree. S. C. and Penny Jen- kins. Atlanta. Others are Mildred Love, Blacks- burg, Va.; Virginia Philip, La- Grange, Ga.; Joyce Seay, Selma. Ala.; Caroline Thomas, Asheville, N. C, and LaFon Zimmerman, Jackson Heights, N. Y. Scholarships Stukes Scholars, ranking first academically in each class, are Nancy Rose, Caroline Askew and Margaret Bullock. Also recognized were Annette Smith and Patty Bruening. winners of the Presser Scholarships; Sarah Helen High and Nancy Fulcher, re- cipients of the Atlanta Music Club Scholarships, and Marian Fortson, who received the Speech Scholar- ship. Independent Study The entire list of those invited from the senior class to the Pro- gram of Independent Study was announced. Those invited by their departments on the basis of an overall 2.0 average include Mary Ann Antley, Nancy Batson, Pam Bevier. Judy Brandeis and Anne Broad. Others are Sally Bryan, Mar- garet Bullock, Joan Byrd, Faith Chao, Mary Jim Clark, Alice Frazer, Jane Henderson, Pat Holmes, Penny Jenkins, Juanita Juarez, Mildred Love, Nina Mar- able, Anne Newsome, Virginia Philip and Charme Robinson. Completing the list are Joyce Seay, Harriet Smith, Page Smith, Caroline Thomas, Patricia Walker, Mary Ware and LaFon Zimmer- mann. DICKSON'S Across From the Decatur Theater Social Council, I. F. C. Plan Jam Session, Street Dance One thousand Tech fraternity pledges will invade the campus Saturday night for the street dance sponsored in honor of the fresh- man class by Social Council. Blaring against a background of Japanese lanterns and red-checked tablecloths will be the music of Ray Stevens' band, playing from 8:30 until midnight. Prior to the dance, the ATO combo will entertain with a jam session in the Hub. During intermission Tech-Scott newcomers will hear sophomore D'Etta Brown sing while the per- ennial tulip kids perform their "Tip Toe Through the Tulips" routine. A Sigma Chi singing group will also be on hand. The dance breaks with tradition in inviting only fraternity pledges to attend. Informed sources indi- cate that the dance was postponed in order to include those Tech freshmen who do not attend the YMCA-sponsored orientation camp. Social council has invited upper classmen to the affair. William H. Rice 111 Sycamore Street Decatur, Ga. Cards, Toys, Party Supplies, Stationery, Wedding Invitations Having a Party? Paper Napkins - Matches Monogrammed To Order One Day Service J & J SHOES 117 Clairmont Suburban Plaza Candler-McAfee Sandler of Boston . . . Tweedies . . . Foot Flairs DRake 7-4913 DRake 3-4922 DECATUR CAKE BOX Belle Miller Florist - Baker - Caterer 112 Clairmont Avenue Decatur, Ga. 10 Discount on Birthday Cakes for Agnes Scott Girls The independent college belongs to those who be- lieve in it. It can have no other ownership. It has flourished through the centuries because every generation raises up people who understand its power for good. Rooted in this faith, steadfast humane, the inde- pendent college abides as a citadel of the unfettered mind and spirit. AGNES SCOn COLLEGE Founded 1889 An independent liberal arts college for women of highest rank academically, located in the Atlanta metropolitan area. The Agnes Scott News VOL. XL VI AGNES SCOTT COLLEGE, DECATUR, GEORGIA, Wednesday, October 5, 1960 No. 2 Campus Republicans, led by Ellen with questions. Hines, bombard Robert Fine Hines, Dotson, Allen Head Skits As Black Cat Rehearsals Begin Black Cat skit rehearsals begin this week in preparation for the Oct. 15 date marking the end of orientation. Class chairmen Ellen Hines, '61, Molly Dotson, '62 and Virginia Allen, '63 submitted their class skit scripts yesterday. Kay Younger and Mason Collier are drawing up sweepstakes events for an afternoon kick-off on the hockey field. Second in a series of guest columns on the European Scene Page Two Pete Brown and her Democrats attend "Dollars for Democrats" rallies. Hines, Brown Set Up Party Headquarters; Kennedy Talk To Draw Campus Delegation By MILDRED LOVE The campus campaign for the mock presidential election is moving into full swing as more and more Scotties pin on party buttons of their choice. Republican Party Chairman Ellen Hines has set up party head- quarters in the old C.A. room on the main floor of the Hub. She urges all Republicans to "come by for literature and buttons." Class chairmen have been asked to be responsible for the rally on election day, October 28. These girls and the classes they repre- sent are Pam Stanley, freshman; Ina Jones, sophomore; Lynn Horn, junior; and Esther Thomas, senior. Republican Discussions Informal Hub discussions for Republicans will be held in the afternoons. Each Saturday from 1-3 p.m., campus Republicans will be off campus in various areas assisting with the local campaign. Robert Fine, representing the local Young Republicans, was on campus last week and will con- tinue to assist the campus Repub- licans in their campaign. Democrat Suppers Democratic Chairman Pete Brown says she "wants as much enthusiasm and participation as possible," in the Democratic cam- paign. Linda Ingram, party publicity chairman, is being assisted by class chairmen Susan Keith-Lucas, Elizabeth Thomas, Bibba Connor, and Gayle Green from the fresh- man, sophomore, junior and senior classes respectively. Each Monday night until the election campus Democrats, in- cluding faculty members, -will have a supper meeting to discuss the campaign issues and the history of the party's stand. Faculty discussion leaders in- clude Miss Ann Worthy Johnson, Miss Dorothy Weekly, Mr. William Cornelius, and Mr. Charles Mar- tin. The first discussion was cen- tered around domestic issues. Headquarters Headquartered in the front cor- ner of the Main floor of the Hub, the Democrats plan to assist in the off-campus Dollars for Demo- crats campaign. On October 10, Scott Democrats will travel to Warm Springs to hear Senator Kennedy speak. Those interested in going should contact Kathryn Mobley. Class Cats Class Cats are Alice Frazer, Bet- sy Patterson, Ruth Seagle, Nancy Dupuy, and Carey Brown. Secret sessions for class song practice are being planned by Hope Gregg, '61, Jo Allison Smith and Lynn Horn, '62, and Kaye Stapleton and Ina Jones, '63. Nancy Sibley and Jan Whit- field are organizing the informal dance in Rebekah reception room. Paula Wilson, backdrops; Lee Maddox, make-up; Carey Bowen and Sarah Kelso, props; Edna Mc- Lain and Alice Boykin, lights; Sallie Boineau, publicity; Kathryn Mobley, clean-up, and Elizabeth Withers and Sherry Addington, costumes, are other committee heads. # GuardianV Cooke To Speak in Gaines Lecture Association will launch its 1960-1961 season Thursday, October 13, when Mr. Alistair i Cooke, chief United States corre- spondent of England's Manchester Guardian, will speak in Gaines Auditorium at 8:00 p.m. Currently Mr. Cooke is following the campaigns and is reporting on America's candidates to England. Mr. Cooke's lecture will be fol- lowed by a brief question and answer period. Afterwards there will be a reception in Rebekah Scott Hall. Students Letter Petitions Exec For Second Smoker By NANCY SHERIFF A proposal tasking for the privilege of smoking in one of the rooms of Walters Basement has been handed to the Executive Council members, Missy Moore and Betsy Dalton. The number of girls who smoke at Agnes Scott increases every year, the letter states. A survey taken by Nishan Avedikian on June 6, 1960, showed that thirty percent of the fresh- men, 9ixty percent of the sopho- Government Official To Discuss Exams Dr. Belton Bryan, executive di- rector of the state department's Bureau of Security and Consular Affairs, will be on campus Oct. 12 to discuss diplomatic careers and the foreign service exam. He will speak to Miss Anna Green Smith's 11 a.m. sociology class and to Dr. Walter Posey's 3 p.m. history class. Students who cannot meet Mr. Bryan at these times may arrange group appointments with Miss lone Murphy. Closing date on foreign service examination applications is Oct. 24. The test is scheduled for Dec. 10. Miss Murphy has several pamphlets and a limited supply of sample tests in the Vocational Office. All interested in taking the exam are advised by Miss Murphy to take the federal service exam- ination for practice. mores, fifty percent of the juniors, and sixty percent of the seniors smoked. The letter notes that the Hub is overcrowded and will be until the new Student Center can be opened. The need for a quiet place where smoking would be per- missible was also listed, so stu- dents in every class would not interrupt their studies with fre- quent visits to the Hub for a cigarette. This privilege would not in- convenience non-smokers if it was designated to one place, the letter mentioned. It also said that outside visitors would receive a better impression of the campus, with the absence of girls coming to and from the Hub in their study attire. Though further investigation has shown it to be impossible to smoke in Walters Basement be- cause of the fire hazard, the need for a quiet place to study and smoke has been recognized by the administration. Judicial Chairman Missy Moore said that the possibility of another smoker would now be considered, and praised the interest of stu- dents in active participation in Student Government. Alumna Missionary Recounts Heartbreak, Chaotic Terror of August Congo Evacuation By NANCY SIBLEY Mrs- Lachlan C. Vass, B.A. Agnes Scott, '38 and mother of sophomore Edna Vass, is the daughter of Congo missionaries. With Reverend Vass she has been a missionary to the Congo since 1940. They were completing their fourth term when they were evacuated "We helplessly watched house after house, then whole rows of houses go up in flames as the mixed tribal population retaliated one against the other. "Day after day and night after night we heard the savage cries of mobs attacking each other and the screams of those being beaten and murdered." "The Lion! The Lion!" By July 5, the missionaries knew the significance of the African signal whistles and the import of their message: "The lion! The lion! Watch out there, where we are about to come!" "It was the traditional warning of the approach of the enemy, the roar of the marauding lion about Arts Festival To Begin April 14; Committee Stresses Creativity By CAROLE SUE JACKSON April 14-22 has been designated Arts Festival Week, an- nounced Betty Bellune, student chairman of the Steering Committee. Miss Wilburn serves as faculty co-chairman of the committee. Sandy Still is secretary. Other student members are Pat Ervin and Margaret Roberts. Faculty members include Miss Boney, Miss Huper, Mr. Miller, Mrs. Pepperdene, and Nancy Ed- wards. The Steering Committee has de- cided that the center of attention will be creativity on the Agnes Scott campus. The Arts Festival Week will be divided into periods of emphasis on each of the five arts. April 14-15 will be drama emphasis. During this time Black- friars will present a production. Art will be emphasized on April 16-17 when there will be an ex- hibit of student art. April 18-19 will stress the field of writing. Lecture Asso- ciation will present a talk by John Ciardi. April 20-22 will be devoted to music and dance emphasis. The production is yet undecided, but Dance Group will participate. Committees from the student body and faculty have been set up for each of the five arts. to attack its prey." Refuge Shortly after, the authorities urged the family to join others taking refuge in the IMOKASA building on the main street of the city. By the next morning, the build- ing was completely surrounded by attacking troops. Relief forces were prevented from landing by gasoline drums placed up and down the runway. "In spite of the circumstances," Mrs. Vass wrote, "we went aheao\ with the regular Sunday morning service how strange to hear the familiar bell ringing against the cries of guns of war." Evacuation "Then Mr. Louis Wanui, the Legal Representative of the Pres- byterian Church in the Congo, felt it wisest for all concerned, for the sake of the native churches as well as the missionaries, that we leave. "Unless you yourself have walked through your own home, knowing that you are leaving it just as it is, perhaps for good, you cannot imagine what an experi- ence it is. "How can one ever express the chaotic welter of unutterable longing and stifling emotion that such an hour brings?" J 2 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, October 5, 1960 The Agnes Scott News Published weekly except holidays and examination periods, by the students of Agnes Scott College. Office on second floor Murphey Candler Building. Entered as second class matter at the Decatur, Georgia, post office. Subscription price per year $2.00; single copy. 10 cents. Editor ESTHER THOMAS Managing Editor MARY JANE MOORE Assistant Editors: NANCY BARRETT, CAROLE SUE JACKSON, LUCY SCHOW Copy Editor i MARY TAYLOR LIPSCOMB Assignment Manager SUE MUSTOE Campus Beat VIRGINIA PHILIP Entertainment ELLEN MIDDLEBROOKS International .. HARRIET SMITH News Features BETH CRAWFORD Sports INA JONES. LELIA JONES Reporters Betsy Boatwright, Martha Campbell. Martha Chew, Helen Everett, Flossie Gaines, Jr.ne KelJey, Betty Kneale, India Kemp, Lynne Lam- bert, Linda Le.itz, Mildied Love, Martha Mossman, Ann Risher, Nancv Sibley, Suz.-inne Smith, Kay Younger. Business Manager CARROLL CONNOR Advertising BONNIE HATFIELD Assistants Beth Barnett, Mary Curd Holman, Lynn Horn, Linda Ingram Photographers CHRISTY HAGES ELIZABETH THOMAS Slough of Despond Overheard in the Hub: "It's not that I dislike Scott I just don't particularly like it here I'm not happy/' Some of us, unfortunately, are a bit bewildered to discover that happiness isn't paid for by the over-all fees but, rather, must be sought for and earned. If you're a bit lonely, disappointed, or even shocked that you're not the "big wheel" you were in high school, undoubtedly the most casual thing to do is withdraw and master a steely-eyed I-don't-care attitude. Drown your private sorrows in a litter of broken "Mickey Mouse" rules and above all, don't study. Someone may see you and think you are trying. If that plan doesn't appeal to you, examine another possible reaction: become a robot. You, too, can learn how to set your feet mechanically only toward Buttrick, the dining hall, the library, and then back to your room. At all costs, avoid the Hub because from all those loud raucous sounds that you hear when you plod by, it sounds as if some element on campus might be having a good time and this might arouse you from that pleasurable, numb- ing vacuum. So you're perhaps not estactic about the pat phrase, "life at Agnes Scott" nobody's going to beg you to be. Why not examine your gripes and do something about it? Aloofness of either type is definitely not the answer. Even if you are not a member of one of the smaller clubs on campus, you do hold membership in C.A., A. A., Social Council, and Student Government. Muster up all that un- appreciated energy and get out of your rut. So you're not a major office holder, why not raise a hand in student forum and see if you can't contribute something? So you're not the starting wing on your class hockey team; you can set aside an hour and join the majority of your class in the bleachers. Everyone can't be a scholar of Honor Roll status; forget the grades and concentrate on learning. So what? Happiness. L.S. History - Being - Made "The world outside" is a dated expression, even among those who erroneously assume that Agnes Scott is a prepara- tion for life. It is life. We are in the world. If you don't believe it, go to Walter's Base- ment tonight and hear Mrs. Vass and Butch and Clara Ivey tell you what they saw in the Congo and in Cuba. You who know that encountering life is no myth don't have to be convinced. Not one of us can afford to miss the semi- nars. We are all wrong if we let the "academic atmosphere" become our private cage of cotton-batting. We are condemning ourselves each time we pass up history-being-made. And hearing people who made history, who saw the celebrities now making history, who feel the mood of a peo- ple determining their nation because they were of these people . . hearing this is hearing history. This is better than newspaper and radio it's first hand life. Hearing them perhaps we will feel compelled to read papers and listen to newscasts. Because maybe Mrs. Vass and the Iveys will bring home the point that we, too, are identified with the world. E.T. cXetter to tke i^>,.ii;Mrf J , Reporters Betsy Boatwright. Martha Campbell. Martha Chew. Helen Everett Florsie Games. Jrr.e Kclley. Betty Kneale. India Kemp. Lvnne Lam- bert. Linda Le.itz. Mildied Love. Martha Mossman. Ann Risher. Nancy Sibley, Suzrmne Smith. Kay Younger. Business Manager CARROLL CONNOR Advertising -7* BONNIE HATFIELD Assistants Beth Barnett. Mary Curd Holman. Lynn Horn. Linda Ingram Photographers CHRISTY HAGES ELIZABETH THOMAS HARRIET SMITH BETH CRAWFORD -INA JONES. LELIA JONES brilliant French since Anatole France, does an expert job of carving up as- pects of our so- cial structure and uncovering enough hypocrisy to satisfy the most avid mis- anthrope. Using the seedy condition of a down-at-the-heels aristocratic fam- ily as a springboard for an extrav- agant comedy, Ayme turns truth and delusion topsy-turvy. The comedy has been rarely produced in the United States and will, I believe, offer the audience a stimulating evening. Special ticket rates for stu- dents and for parties attending as a group of ten or more will go into effect before this production. Student tickets for the opening weekend will be $1.50. Admission is by reservation only. Call TR 4- G682 for information. A glance at the cinema world this week shows Bing Crosby, Tuesday Weld, and Fabian starring in a 20th Century-Fox comedy "High Time." Crosby is cast as a multimillion- aire restaurant chain owner, 51, and the father of two, who enrolls in college as a freshman and goes through four years until he gets his diploma. The picture captures the college Spirit, and the laughs are plentiful. "Oceans' Eleven" at the Rialto is a witty, entertaining, suspense- ful crime film starring Frank Si- natra, Dean Martin, and Peter Lawford. Campus Beat Forum Indicates Needs; Sophs Suggest Smoker By VIRGINIA PHILIP Bourgeois opinion reigned during Open Forum Thursday morning. It was gratifying to see the large attendance, the percentage of participation in the discussion, and the genuine concern and interest over the issues brought up. Two proposals were made by students. The first, a petition for a second smoker on campus, was presented by Julia Prather. The sophomores petitioned for the privilege to sign out and be met by dates in Wal- ters and Hopkins dorms. In student forum the main discussion cen- tered around the availability of a smoker. The original suggestion, Walter's basement, is not feasible because of the fire hazard. Students also mentioned that boys complain because they are not allowed to smoke in date parlors. We feel that this is a point well taken. Entertaining in the date parlors is our closest approximation to entertaining at home, and the atmosphere of the date parlors is far from homey, although the new facilities in Rebekah are an appre- ciated amelioration. In view of the two requests, we submit, as perhaps the most prac- tical location ,the entire first floor of Rebekah including room for study, the rec room, and the date parlors. Every voice raised in student forum was in favor of the sugges- tion, and the hands raised signify- ing a vote of confidence were those of non-smokers as well as of smokers. Those petitioning for the privi- lege of dorm sign-out for Wal- ters and Hopkins pointed out that such a practice would alle- viate some of the heavy load in the Dean's Office during early evening rush hours. Walters is well set up for such a practice. We believe that a sys- tem for signing out there could be worked out, but we do feel that it would be more appropriate for a member of the dean's staff to act as hostess when boys are present. Usually on Friday and Saturday nights there are two or more members of the staff in the D. O. Our suggestion is that one of these act as hostess in Walters during the 7-9 rush hours, and that boys be allowed to meet their dates in the dorm only at this time. Wednesday, October 12, 1960 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS 3 Letters to the Editor Soph Favors Bermuda Shorts, Desires Freedom For Students To the Editor: The increasing attractiveness of bermudas should influence the ad- ministration to increase the places where they may be worn. Why Have Column? To the Editor: Why do we have to have a column in our newspaper on "News of the Week in Brief?" It is just wasting space. The news is rather stale by the time the paper is out. If anyone is really interested in the news, they will certainly read it in the Journal or the Con- stitution. Those who are not interested enough to read the Journal or the Constitution probably don't bother to read your column. I say "church" the column and use it for something else. B. C. Editor's note: We try to be a bit enlightening, particularly about that dark void known as the world outside. If you can find 500 girls who know the news of the week, we 3 U be glad to "church" the column. Plea For Debaters To the Editor: In years past, Agnes Scott has produced debating teams which have been among the finest in the Southeast. The last trophy won by an Agnes Scott team in intercol- legiate competition was in 1956. The affirmative team of Mar- garet Benton and Sallie Green- field captured first place in the West Georgia Tournament in Carrollton, Georgia. Since that time, an Agnes Scott team has not entered any debate tournament. Participants have entered the Alabama Discussion Tournament which, as its name implies, is not a debate contest. This is the only unbroken link with intercollegiate debate com- petition. Debating is an intellectual en- deavor. There is nothing more re- warding than the preparation and presentation of a debate. In an academic atmosphere, debating provides an outlet for logical think- ing, organization, and public speak- ing. It is unfortunate indeed that Agnes Scott does not excel to the fullest in this activity. The potent- ial in the student body seems un- interested, indifferent, or just plain lazy. To be sure, debating takes time. Anything that is worthwhile and challenging is time consuming. The application of knowledge is valu- able. The experience gained through the application of educa- tion will prove valuable to the debater participation. The membership of Pi Alpha Phi is aware of the need for active participation in debate. It is time for Agnes Scott to regain its place in college debating circles. We invite all interested students to contact any member of the or- ganization. Previous experience is helpful but not necessary for membership. Interest and willingness to work are the principle qualities needed. Doris Sanders A neat bermuda outfit looks as good and sometimes better than many a week-day dress on a col- lege girl. They are accepted a6 party dress at all colleges and class attire in many colleges, notably the exclusive women's colleges. For example, Barnard College in New York has recently bowed to the right of the women students to wear what they please as long as it is in good taste. We realize that throughout the South there is a certain conserva- tism about women's dress and do not wish to break local custom. However, ASC is sufficiently secluded to permit more free- dom "between the girls" than is current in co-ed colleges. For a beginning, the library at night has very few visitors. Ber- mudas and slacks would add to the comfort of the students and save wear and tear on dresses. With the individual teacher per- mitting, bermudas in lab would save ruining nice dresses with acid and allow comfort on the high lab stools obviously designed for blue-jeaned boys. In spite of New England's con- servatism and the slovenly dress of Northern women's colleges at all times, we should like to point out the numbers of Southerners flocking to their gates. It is time for more freedom at Agnes Scott also. Sophomore Day Student Needs To the Editor: The day students often do not meet many boarders because they do not eat meals here or stay on campus at night when most social activities take place. If the administration would low- er the price of the evening meal and set a flat rate for a year's lunches for them, it would encour- age more social contact and make it easier for them to eat here. A room is needed for them to use at night if they wish to stay. If the dorms are full, perhaps the alum- nae house might set aside a place. The rooms in Buttrick are over- crowded and noisy. Attractive cur- tains would improve the rooms tremendously, as well as would additional chairs in the main room. If the day students had more at- tractive and modern furnishings, the school would attract more of the Atlanta area students who are not impressed by the dark, make- shift places now used. Former Day Student BOZ Needs Works Are the editors of the New Yorker and TJte Saturday Review vieing to publish your short stor- ies? Are your correspondences with Francoise Sagan and William Faulkner contributing to the vita- lity of your latest novel? If so, don't try out for B.O.Z. See the Arts Festival committee about lecturing possibilities. However, even if your poems are not obscuring those of John Donne, you have the opportunity to sub- mit them as a tryout to B.O.Z. Exclusively for upperclassmen, B.O.Z. would also like to see essays, satires, humorous sketches, plays, and the club specialty, short stories. If there are any novels? The deadline is October 16. Until that date a box will be in the mailroom waiting for your treasure. Please use pen or no names to protect yourself and put your true title in a separate, sealed envelope. See Beth Crawford or Miss Preston for any further informa- tion. Beth Crawford Pres. B. O. Z. Grants Offer Opportunity For Study, Travel Abroad While 1961 will mark the cul- mination of academic life for most of the senior class, to others it means the beginning of graduate study. Applications, including a pro- posed plan of study for 800 Ful- bright scholarships in some 30 foreign countries, will be accepted Kline Dispells About Sudden Class attendance regulations were a mote in the public eye lasf week when several professors began the unprecedented activity of taking roll. Some members of the faculty who had not previously followed this practice notified their classes that attendance records were to be filed with the Office of the Dean of the Faculty. Dean C. Benton Kline, inter- viewed by The Agnes Scott News, stated that the regulations had al- ways provided that rolls must be filed with the Dean of Students. Page 40 of the Student Hand- book mentions class rolls. The faculty regulations are more Student Alarm Cut Emphasis specific, he said. Dean Kline also said that a student's cuts would not be record- ed with the grade record sent to her parents. He added that having them on file in his office was simply an aid to dealing with parents when their daughter failed a course un- expectedly. In this case, he said, often a pattern of excessive cutting exists. He reassured those who were concerned with possible restriction of cuts by saying that he merely reminded the faculty of an alread- y existing regulation and that this regulation was not a restriction of voluntary attendance. Ardent Republican fans Barbara Baldauf, Rosemary Kirtrell and Molly Schwab discuss campaign issues in the Hub headquarters. Parties Plan Hub Debates As Mock Election Hears By MILDRED LOVE With mock election less than three weeks away, campus Democrats and Republicans are in a full-force drive to win support for their respective candidates, On Monday, approximately 25 Democrats left for Warm Springs at 6 a.m. for Senator Kennedy's morning speech. That evening the Democratic dinner discussion centered around Foreign Policy. Campus Democrats are continuing to participate in the off-campus Dollars for Demo- crats drives in local shopping cen- ters. The Republicans have installed an information board at head- quarters with the goal of pre- senting in concise form facts about the national campaign. All students are urged to come by and keep up to date. Hub discussions and individual buzz groups are the backbone of the Republican effort. Off campus, Republicans are assisting in the local campaigning in shopping cen- ters. Plans for events prior to the mock election are approaching completion. On October 19, there will be a Hub discussion from 9 - 30:30 featuring outside speakers from both parties. October 26 will bring a stu- dent debate to the Hub from 9 - 10:30. This debate will be fol- lowed by party rallies. On October 27, students will speak for their candidates in chapel. Election day, October 28, outside speakers from both par- ties will be on the chapel program. Love Contributes To 'College Handbook' Contributing to the Going-to-Col- lege Handbook for 1961, released on campus last week, was Mildred Love of the class of 1961. College board members through- out the country reported on new frontiers, the theme for Vol. 15. Ignoring traditional geographic frontiers, contributors dealt with urgent needs and movements technological upheaval, racial ten- sions, displaced persons. Hard work won over native ability 637r to 37% in being more important for academic achieve- ment, a poll revealed. Agnes Scott was described in the issue both in advertisement and in an article. until November 1. As usual, these scholarships in- clude provisions for tuition, room- and-board, and round- trip travel. Interested students are to see Mr. Kline immediately. The Wood row Wilson National Fellowship Foundation is ac- cepting applications by faculty nomination until October 31, pending a student's admission to graduate school. Seniors who are considering careers in college teaching are advised to see their major pro- fessors or Mr. Kline as soon as possible. Information on the fellowships awarded by the National Science Foundation, both through national competition and through institu- tions, can be obtained from Mr. Kline's office. Fellowships, scholarships, and assistantships offered by indi- vidual graduate schools are noted on the bulletin board out- side 105 Buttrick. Additional information is filed in Miss Stapleton's office. Students interested in the fields of history and political science, and languages, who are planning a career in foreign service will take the Foreign Service Officer Examination on December 10. Application forms and further information can be obtained from the Board of Examiners for the Foreign Service, Department of State, Washington 25, D. C. Appli- cations must be filed before Oc- tober 24. The United States Civil Serv- ice Commission is accepting applications from college juniors and seniors who wish to take the Federal Service Entrance Examinations up to April 27, 1961. Examination dates are October 15, November 19, 1960, and January 14, February 11, April 15, and May 13, 1961. Applications for Management Internships will be closed on January 26. Application forms and announcements may be obtained from Miss Murphy. Musicians Appoint New Guild Officers Agnes Scott's Organ Guild has boosted membership this year 21 members, the largest enrollment ever. Thusrday evening the Bar-B-Q Pit was the scene of a hamburger party held by the guild with Miss Marlene Baver, visiting instructor in music, among the new members. At its first meeting, held Friday, September 23, new officers of the guild^were appointed. They are Patti Bruening and Rachel Fowler Librarians; Eugenia Stovall, Re cord Librarian; Dinah McMillan, news reporters to the new letter of college student guilds and Ellen Middlebrooks, local news reporter. Other officers of the guild who were elected last spring include Margeurite Dickert, president and Sylvia Pruitt, secretary. One of the important contribu- tions of the student organists is to provide music for the Thursday student meetings. 4 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, October 12, 1960 Trading hometown gossip and campus inside information are Scoffs sister teams. On the front row, from right to left are Mar- garet and Scottie Roberts, "Kacky" and Barbara Chambers, and Panny and Jane Weltch. Standing from the right are Charlotte and Alice Frazer, Charlotte and Carroll Connor, Judy Conner, Sue Mc- Leod, and Catherine Hart. Not present when picture was made: Vivian Conner and Ann McLeod. Nine Sister Teams Dot Campus; Ties Provide Inside Information By KAY ROBERTSON A News survey finds that nine freshmen have family ties on the campus. Alice Frazer, '61, welcomed her younger sister Carolyn to our campus, and Panny Weltch has joined Jane, '61, this year. "Having a member of the fam- ily at college is a definite ad- vantage," claims senior Kacky Chambers' sister Barbara. Charlotte Connor agrees, say- ing that "I had the inside in- formation on registration and courses, and Carroll also helped me to select an appropriate wardrobe." "It is wonderful to have a rules interpreter to refer to," exclaimed Scottie Roberts of her sister Mar- garet. Judy Conner insists that having Vivian, '62, with her keeps her from getting homesick, while her roommate, Sue McLeod, was quoted as saying that "Mother and Daddy thought it would be good for Ann and me to be to- gether, so they could come to see us both at the same time." After having made previous visits to Atlanta when Lil, '60, was here, Catherine Hart acknowl- edged that a familiarity with the surroundings has made her ad- justment easier. Runita Goode's, '59, sister, Jean McCurdy, says that "I haven't been lonely because I have never really felt that I was away from home." New Library Policy Needs Enthusiasm Dottie Burns, in an informal in- terview summarized the feelings of the Executive Committee regard- ing changes in the Library Policy. A letter printed in The Agnes Scott News last week indicated that some students wanted the library to be opened for studying on Sunday afternoon. Dottie said that if the student body would enthusiastically sup- port the suggestion, some changes may be considered. Six years ago the library was opened for a few Sunday after- noons. Students failed to use the library then, and it was reclosed. Last year students were given an opportunity to state their opin- ions in a campus poll conducted by Lower House. Only about 250 students replied. Bring Shoe Troubles To Clairmont Shoe Repair, Inc. 141 Clairmont Ave. DR 3-3676 Kennedy Fans Ban Together To Make Dawn Pilgrimage To International Shrine By LUCY SCHOW While most of the campus community lay in bed enjoying the last few delicious hours of slumber, 22 avid Kennedy fans boarded a bus headed for the Kennedy rally at Warm Springs, Georgia. bandwagon spirit. In the still early morning chill, the crowd had already begun to swarm over the grounds of the international shrine made famous by President Franklin D. Roose- velt. By 8 a.m. the throng had begun to jockey for vantage points in front of the "'Little White House." FDR Shrine Dominating the podium which had been placed in front of the house was a picture of FDR and over the doorway was the Presi- dential Naval flag. A receiving line soon began to form of girls in patriotic red, white, and blue striped dresses and Kennedy-Johnson hats. Directly in front of the podium, nurses and staff members of the Warm Springs Foundation brought in two paralyzed children on port- able stretchers and twenty men, women, and children in wheel- chairs. Mob Spirit The Crowd visibly grew more excited as eleventh-hour testing of microphones and a high school band struck up with the appro- priate martial music. Ivy was torn from the white- columned shrine. Repeated admoni- tions from a Warm Springs official to "Get down from those trees and stay down" went unheeded. The pressing crowd became al- most rabid with anticipation and Visit or Phone WATSON PHARMACY For Prompt Delivery DR 3-1665 YOUR NEAREST DRUG STORE Kennedy After one chorus of "Happy Days are Here Again", a deafening roar of recognition went up from the rear of the crowd as weary pilgrims craned their necks for a glimpse of John F. Kennedy. Aided by a swarm of secret service men and the state patrol, the smiling, deeply-tanned candi- date shook hands on every side and laboriously made his way through the frenzied mob of well- wishers. After the preliminary welcome from various Warm Springs of- ficials, Governor Vandiver intro- duced the dignitaries including Senator Smathers of Florida, Alabama's Governor Patterson and five former governors of Georgia. Talmadge Ovation The perennial favorite, Senator Talmadge, received an ovation to rival that of Kennedy. After what seemed to be inter- minable references to "this hallow- ed shrine," Kennedy made his way to the microphones. The democratic standard bearer paused dramatically as the infec- tious chant, "We want Kennedy," Hearn's Jewelry Co. 131 Sycamore St. China Crystal Sterling Silver Watches Diamonds Watch and Jewelry Repair Dr. 7-5133 Decatur, Ga. spread through an estimated crowd of seven thousand. Old Age Benefits Above the noise of reporters' typewriters and the cries of penn- ant and button venders came the clear, voice of the nominee. His speech centered around the vital campaign issue of old age benefits and social security provisions. Apropos to the setting, Kennedy stated that the same problems that faced the nation in the forties under Roosevelt are facing the U. S. in 1960, and that the same people who opposed the New Deal (an obvious reference to Repub- licans) are fighting progress in our times. "Just as Franklin Delano Roose- velt saw the needs of the "for- gotten man" so we must recognize the needs of our over 18 million citizens over 65 who live out their lives without help." (Continued on Page 5) Simply Wonderful Sportswear OPEN DAILY 9:305:30 133 Sycamore St. "On "Phe Square" In Decatur DRake 7-4913 DRake 3-4922 DECATUR CAKE BOX Belle Miller Florist - Baker - Caterer 112 Clairmont Avenue Decatur, Ga. 10% Discount on Birthday Cakes for Agnes Scott Girls Elliotts' PEACH J REE STUDIO, INC. PEACH J REE ai PIEDMONT YOUR YEARBOOK PHOTOGRAPHER Helpful Hints for Better Portraits: Style Hair Attractively Apply make up as for that "Special Date" Use base make up mascara eye shadow medium shade lipstick Wear your prettiest smile Wednesday, October 12, 1960 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS 5 Alumna Receives Scholastic Recognition; l)SC Press Publishes Independent Study By NANCY SIBLEY A graduate of Agnes Scott has attained the distinction of having her Independent Study paper published. Florrie Fleming Corley (Mrs. J. W. Corley, Jr.) '54, is the author of Confederate City: The Story of Augusta, 1860-1865, soon to be published by the University of South Carolina Press : which will appear in November. Mrs: Corley explained that her book is an outgrowth of her In- dependent Study paper, "A His- tory of Augusta from 1840 to 1865", which she wrote under the guidance of former professor of history, Margaret DesChamps. Her thesis for her Master's de- gree which she received from Em- ory in '55, "Augusta During the Confederacy, 1860 - 1865," also contributed. "The papers have been consider- ably revised and reworked," she said, "and my book will be illus- trated. I imagine it will look like the American Heritage magazine." "One thing I am really pleased about," said Mrs. Corley, "is that my professor at Emory has written the introduction for my book; Dr. Bell Wiley is a renowned authority William H. Rice 111 Sycamore Street Decatur, Ga. Cards, Toys, Party Supplies, Stationery, Wedding Invitations Having a Party? Paper Napkins - Matches Monogrammed To Order One Day Service on the War Between the States. Usually, teachers don't like to claim their students' work!" Barry Fleming, cousin of Mrs. Corley and "a writer of some note," first suggested that she have her research material published and assisted her in finding a publisher. Mrs. Corley said, "I was sending my thesis back to the Augusta Library from a Historical Seminar we held here in Marietta when Barry accidentally read it. "He told me he couldn't put it down. This was quite a compli- ment to an Independent Study paper usually they're as dull as no telling what!" Cottage Plays Host To Black Cat Party A spirit party to be held tonight at 9:30 in McCain will kick off a series of monthly junior class get- togethers. Highlighting tonight's party will be song practice for Black Cat. At a recent meeting, the Junior class voted to have a cottage spon- sor a party each month to foster class spirit and provide a spirit of unity. DICKSON'S Across From the Decatur Theater Kennedy . . . (Continued from Page 4) National Problem Kennedy called illness, a "nation- al problem," that required vigorous national action that would provide "protection for all." Kennedy made three major points: (1) that Americans over 65 should be enabled to participate in the development of a trust fund for medical aid without having to take a Pauper's Oath as is the present practice; Loans and Scholarships (2) that more provisions should be made to increase the number of doctors and nurses in the form of low-interest loans and scholar- ships for those who want to study medicine; (3) that stimulus should be given to long-term research as has been done in the case of the polio foundation, i.e., private foundations with federal stimulation. Mr. Kennedy closed his remarks by touching on another vital issue: American status in world affairs. World Affairs He stated that, in his opinion, the United States had ceased to be a source of inspiration and energy to the world. "We have a 'rendezvous with destiny' ... I want Mr. Khrushchev to know that a new generation of Americans has assumed the leader- ship of this country that will not settle for second best." Seen in passing: Walters House President, Anne McBride, opens her door to a barricade of laundry bags strategically placed by Third Walters sophs. Campus Grill Students Always Welcome Open 6A.M. Closes 12 P.M. 7 Days A Week 106 N. McDonough Ave. DR 3-3511 Campus Countdown By LYNNE LAMBERT Dear Aggie, Our social life has been some- what curtailed now that quizzes have started, but most of us can manage to squeeze in a date once in a while. And of course there are always some fortunate enough to emerge victorious. Chuck McGuffin traveled all the way from Gainesville, Florida, to give Jane Gilbertson his Delta Tau Delta pin. Another Tech senior fell by the wayside this past week end as Harvey Clarke gave his Sigma Nu pin to Willie Byrd Childress. The sophomores are rising above the traditional slump and have two more honorees. Ann Saylor is now proudly wearing the pin of Horace Surles, a Phi Sig at Tech. Grover Birdsong started the year off right by presenting Sandy Creech with a Kappa Alpha pin. Grover is also a senior at Tech. Pat Ervin, '61, surprised us all by her marriage to John Barner last week. A Tech alumnus and Phi Delta Theta, John is now doing graduate work at Vanderbilt. The couple has returned to Nashville, where Pat will resume her studies. Ramona Cartwright Seniors Select Pepperdene To Deliver Investiture Talk The class of '61 has begun preparations for Investiture serv- ice which will be held Saturday, November 5. Last week, the class elected Mrs. Margaret Pepperdene In- vestiture speaker. Mrs. Pepperdene says, "I am deeply pleased that the senior class asked me to speak to them at Investiture. "I know that Investiture is an occasion of special importance to each member of the class, and I feel privileged to be able to share this experience with them." Mickie North is Investiture Chairman, and Anne Peagler is in charge of Little Girls' Day. Working with Anne on the Little Girls' Day skit for the Friday, No- vember 4 chapel are Esther Thom- as, Missy Moore, and Martha Lambeth. They are writing a skit that will include every member of the Senior Class. The sophomores will serve as ushers for the Investiture serv- ice. Final events of Investiture week end taking place on Sunday will be a campus church service and an after-lunch coffee in the library for seniors, parents, and faculty. The independent college belongs to those who be- lieve in it. It can have no other ownership. It has flourished through the centuries because every generation raises up people who understand its power for good. Rooted in this faith, steadfast, humane, the inde- pendent college abides as a citadel of the unfettered mind and spirit. AGNES SCOn COLLEGE Founded 1889 An independent liberal arts college for women of highest rank academically, located in the Atlanta metropolitan area. Flattering Hair Cuts Soft Fluffy Permanents Call For Appointment- Jerry's Beauty Salon One Block From School 215 Church Street DR. 3-5361 PRINTING Business Stationery Personal Stationery Announcements Placards Your Particular Job the Way You Want It New Era Publishing Co. 124 Atlanta Ave. DR. 3-5785 6 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, October 12, 1960 Lucy Callaway, Frances Anderson, Ina Jones plot sophomore strategy for Friday Hockey game. Jones Enlisfs Class Support As Hockey Teams Vie Friday By INA JONES The sky is clear, the weather is cool, and the grass has been cut. The past few days have been tailor-made for hockey. Each day the field has been populated by vigorous hockey players warming up for the big game Friday. Such enthusiasm and practice should be fol lowed by camp- us-wide interest. Each student is a sponsor of her class team. The teams will give quite a show on Friday; the competition will be stiff and the excitement of the game will reward any effort on the part of the spectator. What is the main attraction of the hockey game? Skill, naturally, is foremost. Wait until you see Nancy Stone, known on the field as Stonewall, buck those shots. Betsy Dalton is another of the seniors who shows no signs of being 'tired and old." It isn't un- usual to see her plow right to the goal. Making their debut this Friday at the game will be such players as Dottie Burns, Rose Kittrell, Becky Bruce, Anne Broad and Tay Lipscomb. Some of those who don't play hockey have thought this amusing. In my opinion, the whole campus should turn out to find out just who will have the last laugh! Another thing in store for you spectators Friday is the spirit and Sports Calendar Wednesday, October 12 4 Open Swimming 4 Junior Hockey 5 Senior and Sophomore Hockey Thursday, October 13 4 Open Swimming 4 Freshman Hockey 5 Sophomore Hockey 10 Pep Rally on Hockey Field Friday, October 14 4 Open Swimming 4 Hockey Game Monday, October 17 4 Open Swimming 4 Junior and Freshman Hockey 5 Senior Hockey Tuesday, October 18 3 Open Archery 4 Open Swimming skill of the freshman class. Their premiere should be long remem- bered, for their team is large and talented. The old benches are waiting, and the oranges have been sliced. The whistle blows at 4 p.m. so put down your books, clear your throats, and I'll see you at the game. Silhouette To Follow Afternoon Schedule Final plans are being made for Silhouette picture-taking, which will begin on Monday afternoon. Susan Alexander, head of the class section of the yearbook, and her committee are in charge of arrangements. Things will be done a little bit differently this year. The staff, in agreement with Photographer Roberts of Elliotts' Studio in Atlanta, decided to schedule the picture-making for the afternoons and evenings, as a convenience to the students. Pictures will be made in the date parlor in west Main, as in previous years. Freshman, sophomores, and juniors will wear identical white blouses, while seniors will wear a velvet drape. Students are asked to sign up on lists which will be posted on the bulletin board in the mail room, and then to keep their ap- pointments. Hours are to be between 2 and 9 p.m. Mr. Roberts has emphasized the importance of makeup in preparing to have a portrait made. He sug- gests that students make up as if Wilder Play Utilizes Talents Of Drama-Tech, Blackfriars "Wilder and Wilder" wrote the New Yoi'k Times Magazine of Thornton Wilder's play. "The Skin of Our Teeth." On November 11 and 12 in the Community Theater and November 18 in Gaines Chapel, Blackfriars and Drama-Tech will present this Fulitzer Prize winning play. Miss Mary Nell Santacroce directs the three act comedy about Mr. and Mrs. Antrobus, their two children, Gladys and Henry, and the maid Sabina. The Antrobuses symbolize man- kind through the ages. As man- kind, they escape from the Ice Age, The Flood, and a World War. Each time it is just by The Skin of Our Teeth. Margaret Roberts plays Mrs. Antrobus; Professor Boatman of Georgia Tech. Mr. Antrobus; Brock Hanna, Sabina; Kaki White, the fortune teller; Cecilia Turnage, Gladys; and Jerry Russo, Henry. The price of admission is $1 for early sales, and $1.25 at the door. the}' were going out for a "big date." Kl" It A HCQISTIHID TRAOC-MAftK. COrvKlOHT 1M TMC COCA-COLA COMPANY, Know the answer? What's an eight-letter word which reminds you of good taste, sparkle, lift? The answer's easy Coca-Cola of course. No puzzle about why it's so popular ... no other sparkling drink gives you so much good taste, so much satisfaction. Yes, when you're looking for refreshment, the answer's always Coke! BE REALLY REFRESHED Bottled under authority of The Coca-Colo Company by THE CORNER SHOP >ran lew j n .A B, JEWELRY ACCESSORIES PERMANENT FLOWERS exquisite Gifts By Famous Quality Names: Glassware by Toscany, Brass by Frolic, Pottery by Redwing, Wood and Glass by Rubel, Early American Woodcrafts by Ma Leek, Ladies Accessories by Garey, Jewelry by Juno, Calart Permanent Flowers. Come In And Browse Around Only One Block From The Campus (jift lAJrapfnng. Our ^>peciaity THE CORNER SHOF 303 COL.LCO E AVENUE OECATUR, dCORGtA THE ATLANTA COCA-COLA BOTTLING COMPANY The Agnes Scott News VOL. XLVI AGNES SCOTT COLLEGE, DECATUR, GEORGIA, Wednesday, October 19, 1960 No. 4 Biblical Language Scholar Albright Speaks In Chapel By LINDA LENTZ On campus from Tuesday, October 18, until Thursday, October 29, is Dr. William Foxwell Albright, Professor Emeritus of Semitic Languages at Johns Hopkins University. Author, lecturer and educator, I ,,,,, Dr. Albright was born in South America of missionary parents. : He came to this muniry m and received his doctorate in Semitic languages from Johns Johns Hopkins University in 1916. Spending some time in the Near East, Dr. Albright served for eleven years as director of the American School of Oriental Re- search in Jerusalem. Expeditions He headed archaeological expe- ditions from 1922-34, and from I 1947-51. Dr. Albright is the holder of numerous honorary doctorates, including degrees from Yale, St. Andrews in Scotland, Trinity Col- lege in Dublin and the Hebrew University in Jerusalem. A member of the national acade- mies of France, Austria, Den- mark, Flanders and Ireland, he has served as vice-president of the American Philosophical Society in Philadelphia. Bible Scholar He is a member of the National Academy of Sciences. From 1956- 59 he was president of the Inter- national Organization of Old Testament Scholars. Dr. Albright has spoken twice at chapel; Tuesday his topic was "New Light on the New Testa- ment." At convocation he spoke on "Archaeology and History." Thursday, October 20, Dr. Al- bright will speak on "Elijah, the Prophet" in" Maclean at 4:45 p.m. At 8:00 p.m. in 207 Campbell Hall he will give an illustrated lecture sponsored jointly by the Atlanta Society and the Archae- ological Institute of America en- titled "Moses and Archaeology." AA To GiveChapel Thursday on Points - Athletic Association will present the chapel program Thursday. Some of the aspects of AA that will be discussed are the AA Constitu- tion and the Point System. All those interested in require- ments for AA keys and other honors should be present. DR. WILLIAM F. ALBRIGHT Gheesling, L Jones Lead Policy Probes Sarah Helen High, President -of the Student Goverment, is in the process of forming two investiga- tion committees. She explained that "they will be six man com- mittees, representative of the campus." Lelia Jones, Chairman of the committee concerned with the pos- sibility of an area to smoke and study at the same time, has said that the student body cannot ex- pect progress overnight. "The committee will welcome any suggestions for any phase of the smoking investigation. The committee meetings will not be open until more definite plans are made, but a progress report will probably be made at, the Student Forum meetings". Nancy Gheesling is chairman of the committee concerned with the possibilities of Walters and Hop- kins Dormitories as being future sites for signing out and meeting dates. Both committees will work joint- ly with the Executive Committee and the administration and plan to investigate every possible phase of smoking and signing out. Both school policies will be thoroughly aired. NEWS of the WEEK in Brief By HELEN EVERETT Cape Canaveral: Sally, Amy and Moe, three mice, rocketed 700 miles into space; and in the South Atlantic 5,000 miles away, the Atlas nose cone in which they rode was recovered. Tokyo: Anti-American Socialist politician Inejiro Asanuma was fatally stabbed by an extreme right-wing teen-ager before a crowd of a thousand on a public stage. Pittsburgh: Second baseman Bill Mazeroski blasted a ninth- inning solo home run to give the Pittsburgh Pirates a 10-9 victory ever the New York Yankees and their first World Series title in 35 years. Havana: Anthony Zarba, an American from Boston, Mass., and 12 Cuban enemies of the regime were executed by Premier Fidel Castro's firing squads. Washington: Gov. Leroy Collins of Florida has been elected presi- dent of the National Association of Broadcasters. Party Bosses Plan, Discussion; Hines, Brown To Stage Debate The mock election campaigns are moving into their last full week before election day on October 28. Tonight from 9 to 10:30 p.m., there will be a Hub discussion featuring outside speakers from both parties. Mr. Jeff Davis, head of the Georgia Republican Com- mittee, will speak for Nixon partisans. Democrats have invited Mr. Morris Abram, an Atlanta lawyer. Mr. Abram spoke at A.S.C. last year on the school situation. Next Wednesday campus party chairmen Pete Brown and Ellen Hines will debate in the Hub, This event will be followed by party rallies. On election day the polls will be located in the quadrangle. Voting will be by dorm precincts, and cottages will be grouped to form precincts. That evening election returns will be announced as they come in from the various precincts. Upperclassmen Elect Dorm Representatives On Tuesday, October 11, Lower House representatives from sopho- more dormitories and the cottages were chosen. Those elected were: Walters Ann Debele, Mary Beth Thomas, Frances Anderson, Nell Tabor, Cantey Bryan and Martha Moss- man. Hopkins Kay Robertson, Jane Lancaster; Hardeman Sandy Still; Alexander Judy Duncan. Harn-Omwake Ann Lee Sulli- van; Ansley Betsy Jefferson; Gaines Bebe Walker; Sturgis Marijke Klein-Wassink; East Lawn Ann McLeod; McCain Penny Johnston. Lower House Chairman Ann Thompson called the first meeting October 12 at 5:00 p.m. Freshman representatives will be elected later in the Fall. Class of '62 Cops Black Cat Honors By LUCY SCHOW Harvey's class of 1964 was tested in the fire of Black Cat festivities this past Saturday and found to be a very spirited, clever and talented group. After sharing a first-place tri- umph with their sister class in the Sweepstakes, the freshmen "bunny-hopped" into the Gym to present their Spirit song and class talent. Although they did not win, they had reason to cheer as the class of 1962 made the day into a double-victory by winning the song contest. "Cats in Cardland" showed some old familiar characters of past Black Cat Skits, the Miller and family, and yet departed from the beaten path of campus humor for a change. As this is a national election year, the skits appropriately re- flected the political views of most of their participants. The Kennedy stickers displayed in the Sophomore skit, the char- acterizations of Mammon (wear- ing a Republican campaign hat) and Pride (wearing a Democratic campaign hat) in the senior skit, and a Nixon button shining from a strategic position on the toga of the Juniors' Brutus were notable. This year's winning Black Cat song used an original tune com- posed mainly by Jo Allison Smith and Hardeman Cottage with words written by the Junior Song Committee headed by Jo Allison Smith and Lyn Horne. She wears madras skirts and ten- nis shoes, She hears Robert Frost and Bru- beck blues, She dates Slide-Rule Sam or an Ivy man, She writes "Dear John" letters all over the land. Though she does have fun galore, Agnes Scott means so much more: Free to live in truth and honor Loving, learning, laughing, Letting herself be aware that Without books and tests and papers due, Without faculty and chapel too, She can't be the girl who has | The best B A. degree. Yogi Bear and Caric Martin seem engrossed in a discussion about the outcome of Black Cat. Caric, four-year-old son of Mr. Charles Martin of the economics department, is the senior class mascot, while Yogi (Lyn Horne) romped at the head of the junior class. Beaming with delight, Caric later informed his par- ents, H| saw Yogi Bear!" Tech-Scott Chaplain Will Speak Tuesday The Reverend Jim Coleman, new college chaplain at All Saints Episcopal Church, will speak in C. A. chapel on Tuesday, October 25. Known to Scotties as "a cross between Abe Lincoln and Cary Grant," Mr. Coleman is a familiar figure on campus at Wednesday morning communion services and Friday student appointments. Mr. Coleman's talk, which is be ing sponsored by Christian Associa- tion, will be on a topic of his own choosing. Epps, Hodges, Rate Top Dek-it Honors; Third Inman Triple Takes Second Spot In Convocation Wednesday, Oct- ober 12, Dean of Students, Miss Carrie Scandret, announced the winners of the Dek-it Contest held each year to honor those girls who have achieved distinction in room decoration. Top honors went to 326 Rebekah, Sue Epps and Sarah Lou Hodges, and to 320 Inman, Pamela Elliot, Diane David and Martha Griffith. Those receiving honorable men- tion are: 325 Rebekah, Joanna McElrath and Barbara Entrekin; 315 Rebekah, Currie Pritchard and Joanne Whitake. 401 Main, Jean McCurdy, Mae Hall and Pamela Stanley; 223 Main, Mary Womack and Carolyn Mulherin; 117 Inman, Jessie Sue Prickett and Patricia Sights; and 101 Inman, Ginny Belcher and Sue Dixon were honored also. Sarah Hodges and Sue Epps relax in their prize-winning room. This particular combination of red and white won first place in Dek-lt competition sponsored by Social Council. 2 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, October 19, 1960 Bouquets To Byers! Three cheers for all the people involved in changing the Library Policy! The Administration deserves thanks for recognizing The needed changes and giving a stamp of ap- proval. Also Mrs. Byers and her staff merit praise for their willingness to add to their work load and give up part of their one day of rest. The enthusiasm of the student body (as evidenced by the roaring applause in Con- vocation) was the impetus in obtaining the extra library opening. As with all new privileges, new respon- sibilities are added. The strong support of the student body must be continued if the policy change is to be successful. The extra expenses, time, and labor will be wasted if stu- dents don't use the library. This doesn't mean a handful of diligent scholars but a large majority of the students. Besides giving students a quiet place in which to study on Sunday afternoon, this policy change will open new vistas on the social horizon. For example, it may soon be quite the vogue to invite the Slide-Rule Kids, tho Emory Ivies, or the Angel-Factory Boys to "come out on Sunday afternoon and study in the library." C. S. J. Stuff of Great Spirit Spirit is at an all-time high, and thanks must go to Tricia Walker and Ann Hutchinson, along with their Black Cat committee, for pitching the campus on its high note. The Junior song, unprecedented Senior pep, Sophomore enthusiasm and the general impact of Harvey gave keener focus to the "vision of greatness." Black Cat promises a year of vigor, thought, responsive- ness and loyalty . . . the stuff of great spirit- WeVe got it let's keep it. E.T. Campus Beat Success of Forum Ideas Requires Sensible Plans By VIRGINIA PHILIP Positive steps were taken in open forum Thursday toward the resolution of issues introduced to the student body a week earlier. Although attendance was poor at the second forum in comparison with that at the first, enthusiasm was high. Motions were carried that a committee be appointed to inves- tigate each proposal a second smoker and dorm sign out from all angles. These committees will make the investigations more organized as well as official. The students making the re- auests did not seem to realize that our need for these inno- vations is not enough for us to be granted them. In presenting petitions we must offer a practicable method for carrying thorn out. The commit- tor's are expected to hash over the problems until there are no loop- holes. This is a difficult task and we are assured that they will wel- come suggestions from any stu- dent. We seemed to find it hard to stay on the subject in our dis- cussion Thursday. The initial proposal was that we try to work out a way to appeal for a study smoker. By the end of the hour, com- plaints and suggestions concern- ing smoking after Hub hours, smoking in cars with dates, in faculty offices, in date parlors, and in Presser between acts of plays had been thrown in. While it would have been in better order for us to concentrate on the subject at hand, we feel that such heterogeneous com- plaints indicate a need for re- vamping our smoking policy in general. Students having suggestions ether than those brought out in open forum or who can suggest methods for carrying out these ideas are invited to speak to the committee. If we, the students, can work out a sensible plan including as many of these suggestions as seem practicable, we do not believe we will be refused. But if we simply say "We want this," we will gain nothing. The Agnes Scott News Published weekly except holidays and examination periods, by the students of Ajrnes Scott College. Office on second floor Murphey Candler Building. Entered as second class matter at the Decatur, Georgia, post office. Subscription price per year $2.00; single copy. 10 cents. Editor ESTHER THOMAS Managing Editor MARY JANE MOORE Assistant Editors: NANCY BARRETT. CAROLE SUE JACKSON. LUCY SCHOW Copy Editor MARY TAYLOR LIPSCOMB Assignment Manager SUE MUSTOE oCetter5 to lite Editor Editors note: The current Let- ter Policy limits letter's to 200 words. They must be signed when submitted, though use of a pseudonym is permitted in cases. Deadline is 6 p.m. Sunday in the News room. Danger in Smoking? To the Editor: I was distressed to see in the October 5th issue of The News an article indicating that smoking is increasing on our campus. If you have space in the paper I should like to bring the following facts to the attention of the col- lege community. For a number of years now, there has been increasing evi- dence of a high correlation be- tween cigarette smoking and deaths from lung cancer. In March, 1958, the American Cancer Society made a statement to the press, based on the now- famous Hammond-Horn study, warning the public of the possible dangers of cigarette smoking. Since that time similar state- ments have been made by other responsible authorities. Cigarette smoking, particular- ly among doctors, has fallen off considerably. However, the advertising, on a "caveat emptor" basis, continues, and it may be that many young people are unaware of the inherent danger in the habitual smoking of cigarettes. For such people let me cite the results of the Hammond-Horne study, carried out on 187,783 men and reported in the journal of the American Medical Association of March 15, 1958. An abbreviation of one of their tables is as follows: Age standardized death rates due to well-established cases of Bronchogenic carcinoma (Exclu- sive of Adenocarcinoma) Death Rate Never smoked 3.4 Smoked less than one pack a day 57.6 Smoked one pack or more a day 157.1 I imagine anyone thinking of smoking would want to consider these facts before developing the habit. Sincerely yours, Josephine Bridgman Plea for Telephones To the Editor: There has been mounting agita- tion on the campus for some time concerning our inadequate tele- phone facilities. "No available out- side lines" has become a cliche. With as tight a schedule as most students keep, one can't afford to waste time sitting by the phone or by making numerous trips back and forth. Frustration really sets in, though, when you learn that the boy you have been dying to date looked elsewhere when he was un- able to get his call through to you. And the poor switch-board oper- ators are on the verge of a nervous breakdown after a rush hour. With all of the renovations in other areas on the campus, isn't there something that could be done to improve our telephone sytem and alleviate this perpetual conges- tion? Sophomore European Scene European Student Life Shows Freedom of Liberal Education By HARRIET TALMADGE The sidewalk cafe outside the Hotel Maison Rouge in Strasbourg, the patio of the Hofbrauhaus in Munich, the streets of Florence ,and the heather-covered hills of the Scottish island of Iona all made different and interesting backgrounds for our various "engagements" with European students. good time. On the island of Iona we met a group of seminarians known as the Sheffield Seven. These men were spending the last week of their final year in seminary in the work-study at- mosphere of the Community of Iona, which since the sixth cen- tury has been a center of Chris- tianity in Scotland. We ourselves were students seeking to learn more about our- selves and our relation to the Church and its work. Through our contacts with students abroad we realized that they view all of life as an edu- cation, and they believe that to be educated is to be com- pletely engaged in what one is studying. Their education is truly liberal in that it has released them from their own particular moment into the totality of their heritage. This is the" freedom that Euro- pean students seek and find. We met Jacob, a Hungarian youth who spoke class room French, in Strasbourg. Jacob is pro-democracy and at present is studying engineering at the Uni- versity of Strasbourg. Jacob studies year round and at the same time holds down a job to cover his expenses at school. He hopes some day to visit his sister in Canada. Karl-Albrecht, our guide in Munich, with about a dozen other students, worked for a tour agency during the sum- mer months. Karl-Albrecht is working on his Ph.D. in German literature and wants to teach after he finishes the work for his degree. At a student night called The Tarental in the university section of the city, we met Sigfried and Engel. The students there were dancing to American jazz and having a very American sort of Internationally Speaking Moscow-Peking Clash Merits World Concern By HARRIET SMITH A consistent aim of the Soviet Union has been the seating of Communist China in the United Nations. This year that goal was nearly reached as 34 nations voted for the admis- sion of Red China, with only 42 votes against the resolution and 22 abstentions. Usually this vote has been in- terpreted as a tactical victory for the Soviets, yet H some observers, probing an in- teresting aspect of the issue, won- der how sincere Khrushchev's en- dorsement of Red China really is. In recent years, relations between Russia and her protegee have noticeably cooled. Apparently unawed by the Soviet regime, Chinese Communist leaders feel secure enough in their power to badger Moscow with re- quests for nuclear weapons, rockets, and more economic as- sistance, and to haggle when these requests are not satisfied. A significant ideological battle divides the two Communist nations as well. Red China, blatantly aggressive, preaches a belief in "inevitable war" while Russia stubbornly clings to the doctrine of "peace- ful co-existence." Among the manifestations of this disagreement are the expul- sion or withdrawal of roughly half the Soviet technicians from Communist China and the failure of the expected Chinese delegation to appear at the August confer- ence of Orientalists in Moscow. Rumors even indicate that Mos- cow has warned Red China of a break if the Peking government persists in its present "dogmatic" policies. If the rift between Moscow and Peking continues, future years may bring a rearrangement of the whole power pattern of the world, with the Chinese Communists emerging as a third and danger- ously aggressive power. Cooke's Quips Amuse Responsive Audience A "renegade in Great Britain and a British spy in America" packed Presser Thursday night and held his audience to nearly two hours of sheer responsive- ness. Alistair Cooke, chief American correspondent for the Manchester Guardian, turned phrase after phrase to spice his commentary on "two countries divided by the same language." Fresh from the third Great Debate, Mr. Cooke apologized for not being equipped with a "Max Factor image," then noted that it is "an act of genius to avoid look- ing like an incipient corpse on T.V." Mr. Nixon, he said, was "made up to look like the No. 1 contender for Mr. District Attorney". Kennedy avoided make up be- cause on T. V. he showed signs of age he actually didn't have, Mr. Cooke added. Speaking of his reporting diffi- culties, Mr. Cooke said that Amer- ica's greatest failing was its mis- conception that "every nation on earth wants to be like America/' He advised those interested in the news field to "be your own man." His "marvelously responsive audience" hung on to every wry word of the lecture and the dis- cussion following. Wednesday, October 19, 1960 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS 3 President Batson Announces C. A. Theme; Treasurer Medearis Offers New Budget By FRANCES ANDERSON In last Tuesday's chapel the theme and budget of Chris- tian Association for the '60-'61 session was presented by Nancy Batson, C. A. president, The success of C. A.'s program depends upon the reception of its budget and theme by the student body. Christian Association's theme was kept relatively secret until last Tuesday. "The phrase (C. A.'s theme) is incomplete," Nancy Batson ex- plained. "It is a challenge to a growth in faith. It is an affirmation that we can have a personal relation- ship with Christ. "Our theme this year is 'Christ in you . . " Jean Medearis then introduced tho budget by saying: "We can do three things to show our love and concern. "We can pray, we can reach out to those in the community and offer ourselves in service to others; and we can offer our money, which can be a meaning- ful and Christian act." She further explained that C. A., as an independent organization, is not subsidized by the student body. where fashionable college women shop for distinctive sportswear charge accounts available 2098 N. Decatur Plaza (at Clairmont Rd.) C. A. tries in its budget to reach as many areas as possible. The budget is outlined in four parts. The total budget is $2,230. The money is split up in this way: Our World $895, Our County $620, Our Community $125 and Our Campus $590. Those who did not have an opportunity to pledge in support of C .A. may do so by contacting a member of C. A. Cabinet. S. A. L to Compile Campus Song Book Tired Black Cats were able to enjoy a leisurely breakfast in bed when Sigma Alpha Iota catered to the three freshman dormitories last Sunday morning. This project was one of several to finance their plans for the en- suing year. The music fraternity hopes to assemble into a campus song book all of the favorite school songs and accompaniments, including three- part harmony. Also on the agenda are tentative plans for sponsoring receptions after student and faculty recitals. S. A. I. honors only six members at present but plans to invite new members in the immediate future. DECATUR-DeKALB THEATRE TODAY THRU TUESDAY, OCT. 25 Alfred Hitchcock's "PSYCHO" Anthony Perkins Vera Miles John Gavin Janet Leigh STARTING WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 26 "LET'S MAKE LOVE Cinemascope - Color Marilyn Monroe FRf CATALOG! CITIZENS NEW 1961 Fall and Christmas Discount Catalog JUST OFF THE PRESS Diamonds Jewelry Watches Silver and Gifts SAVE 25% to 50% Get Your FREE Copy Now! j Send me a free copy of your Catalog No.A-196 NAME Campus Countdown By LYNNE LAMBERT Dear Aggie: Several of the day students have become pinned and engaged recently, and we wouldn't want to keep this a secret from the "campus dwellers": Nancy Butcher now sports the ATO pin of Louis Wade who is a student at Vanderbilt University. Beverly Kenton has just re- ceived a beautiful solitaire from Rausey Mason, a recent Tech graduate who is presently in the school of Theology at Emory. Sue Stacy is now the proud wearer of the KA pin belonging to Bobby Jefferson, who is the president of the KA chapter at Emory. Anna Maria Aviles is pinned to Emory ATO Don Goolsby who is a freshman at Emory Medical School where he is a member of Phi Chi. Congratulations, day stu- dents! Things are not at a standstill on the campus either . . . Harriet Glover received her ring from Johnny McCune this weekend! Harriet and Johnny are plan- ning a June wedding, and Harriet will complete her studies at the University of Tennessee in Knox- ville where Johnny is now work- ing. Ramona Cartwright Le Cerc/e Francois To Hear Travelers "Le Cercle Francais" will hold its first meeting October 26 at 7:30 p.m. at Miss Phythian's. For the program several students who traveled in Europe this past summer will speak of their ad- ventures in France and other countries. Students taking French 103 or above are invited to attend. Visit or Phone WATSON PHARMACY For Prompt Delivery DR 3-1665 YOUR NEAREST DRUG STORE Alice Frazer, '61, models above with other students from the Uni- versity of Edinburgh in a local charity fashion show. Frazer To Relate Differences in Edinburgh School System By JUDY LITTLE Friday, October 21, Alice Frazer will talk in chapel about her year abroad at the University of Edinburgh- She plans to give an account cf the differences in educational systems and student life in general. Alice left Mobile, Alabama, her iiome town, at the end of August last year. From there she went to New York, where she boarded the Queen Mary on September 1. Alice says that one of the things that "tickled her most" last year was getting to go to the Queen's Royal Garden Party at Holyrood Palace. She also sat behind the Queen at the Royal Highland Show. The Royal Highland Show is an annual event in Edinburgh. Alice says that it is like "an elegant country fair." There are livestock shows, bands and pipers. A big event at all the universi- ties in Edinburgh is the annual Charity Drive. Alice was one of the nine girls from the University of Edinburgh chosen to model in a fashion show for the drive. They were given lessons by a model from London and were featured in the Edinburgh news- papers. While she was in Paris, Alice saw a public appearance of Khrushchev and DeGaulle. She mingled with the people and listened to their comments. She found most of them "pro-Com- munist." Bring Shoe Troubles To Clairmont Shoe Repair, Inc. 141 Clairmont Ave. DR 3-3676 Bellune Appoints Chairmen Gf Spring Fine Arts Festival The Fine Arts Festival student chairman, Betty Bellune, and faculty chairman, Miss Llewellyn Wilburn, have announced the mem- bers of the steering committee and chairmen of the other committees. Student representatives to be elected from each of the four classes will join with these com- mittees in planning for the Fes- tival, April 14-22. Teachers and students compos- ing the steering committee are Miss Mary Boney, Mrs. Margaret Pepperdene, Miss Marie Huper, Mr. Timothy Miller, Margaret Roberts, Lucy Maud Davis, and Sandy Still, secretary. Committee Chairmen Art chairmen are Mrs. Ferdin- and Warren and Paula Wilson; music, Mr. Michael McDowell and Rachel Fowler; dance, Mrs. Nancy Campbell and Ann Broad; drama- tics, Miss Roberta Winter and Brock Hanna; literature, Miss Mar- garet Trotter and Joan Byrd. Other committees include ar- rangements, Mrs. Harriet Lapp and Mary Taylor Lipscomb; finance, Miss Sara Ripy and Susan Alex- ander; publicity, Miss Nancy Ed- wards and Esther Thomas; pro- grams, Mrs. Margaret B. Sewell; guests, Miss Eloise Herbert and Sherry Addington. The first general meeting of all festival chairman was held October 18 i nthe faculty con- ference room in Buttrick. Campus Grill Students Always Welcome Open 6 a. m. Close 12 p. m. 7 Days A Week 106 N. McDonough Ave. DR 3-351 1 HimiB ii. mam mam U IMC MIT< ESTABLISHED 1912 - JEWELRY COMPANY Ht.oio iumn MC t ^ I9S MITCHELL ST. S. W. ATLANTA, OA. JA. 4-7505 4 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, October 19, 1960 A.A. Board Offers New Point System Athletic Association has pro- posed a new Point System. The feeling is that the present system is not only confusing but also difficult to record accurately. Anne Broad, President of AA, supports the system by saying, "We believe the change will encourage more participation in extra-cur- ricular athletics. "Especially do we want to en- courage sports hours for the Athle- tic key and disc awards. "Besides, you feel like you're get- ting something done with this proposed new system." The following Point System is intended to go into effect with the present Freshman Class, pending the approval of the Student Body: Key 240 pts., Disc 120 pts. above keys. POINTS I INTRAMURALS A. Team Activities 1. Hockey, Basketball, Volley- ball a. Varsity 20 b. Sub-varsity 10 c. Practice (per hour) 1 d. Class Team (per game) ... 1 e. Timers and Scorers (per game) 1 B. Individual Activities 1. Tennis, Badminton a. Winner (S/D) 20 b. Runner-up (S/D) 10 2. Swimming a. Meet 6 b. Pageant 6 3. Archery a. Intercollegiate shoot 6 b. Championship 20 c. Runner-up 10 d. Tournament (participation) 6 4. Dance a. Special activities 6 m INDEPENDENT RECREA- TION (Recorded on Sports Board) Includes; Tennis, Badminton, Arch- ery, Swimming, Dance, Bicycling, Golf. Hiking. A. Per Hour 1 III. CLUBS (Tennis, Badminton, Archery. Swimming, Dance) A. Members (per Meeting attended) 1 B. Presidents 6 IV. CLASS MANAGERS 6 Cheerleaders 6 Spirit 9 V. A A BOARD V a. President 60 b. Vice-president 45 c. Secretary and Treasurer.. 36 d. Board Members 30 DICKSON'S Across From the Decatur Theater Prudy Moore, "Miss Hey Day of 1960/' holds court in the Hub following her coronation on Thursday, October 13. Courtiers, left to right, are Ann Thompson, Ina Jones, and Peggy McGeachy. 1-1 Ties Initiate Hockey Season; Wassink, lee, Snead Stand Out By LELIA JONES Amid the shouts of sister teams and the waving of blue and white shakers, the sound of iai referee's whistle officially opened this year's hockey season. The tense crowd anxiously waited to see which teams would be victorious. But there was no victor each game ended in a 1-1 dead-lock. Immediately evident in the junior vs. senior game was an outstanding newcomer to the junior team Marijke Klein Was- sink. In addition to scoring the one goal for her team, she seemed to be in just tre right place at the right time. Up against the brick-wall de- fense built particularly by Peggy Mitchell, the seniors were held to only one goal also, this being made soon after the juniors scored. The more surprising game of the day was that of the sophomores versus the freshmen. Unusually experienced for a new class, the fiosh held the sophs to a 1-1 tie. Throughout the first half the freshman forward line dominated the field. They were capably as- sisted by a defense sparked by Molly Snead, fullback, who just won't let a ball get past her. Backing up Betty Schenck's goal, the sophomores managed to hold a 1-0 lead during the first half. Eleanor (Monkey) Lee,, the epi- tome of speed, got through to score the tying goal in the open- ing minutes of the second half. Next week I predict that the juniors and seniors should win over their respective opponents. This does not mean the games will not be exciting, however. There just may be some upsets. PRINTING Business Stationery Personal Stationery Announcements Placards Your Particular Job the Way You Want It New Era Publishing Co. 124 Atlanta Ave. DR. 3-5785 The independent college belongs to those who be- lieve in it. It can have no other ownership. It has flourished through the centuries because every generation raises up people who understand its power for good. Rooted in this faith, steadfast, humane, the inde- pendent college abides as a citadel of the unfettered mind and spirit. AGNES SCOn COLLEGE Founded 1889 Aji independent liberal arts college for women of highest rank academically, located in the Atlanta metropolitan area. Moore Out-Foxes 'Sneaks'; Hal! Crowns Miss Hey Day Prudy Moore has been crowned Miss Hey Day of 1960. The first words the newly crowned queen spoke were "Hi, this is my greatest moment at Agnes Scott". She won the contest for knowing the most names of students here. The faculty took part in Hey Day with Dr. Walter Posey, Mr. William Martin, Mrs. Miriam Drucker and Dr. Henry Robinson serving as "Speak-Snea'ks". Class 'Speak Sneaks' In addition, four students from each class were appointed. The seniors included Patricia Walker, Betty Bellune, Jane Wel- tch and Nancy Stone. Juniors were represented by Ann Hutchinson, Judy Heinz, Betty Gillespie and Lillian Smith. Betsy Schenck, Ina Jones, Kay Younger and Patsy Lowe were the sophomore Speak-Sneaks. The freshmen included Jean Mc- Curdy, Sue Aspinall, Mary Jo Beverly and Mary Lou Laird. Hearn's Jewelry Co. 131 Sycamore St. China Crystal Sterling Silver Watches* Diamonds Watch and Jewelry Repair Dr. 7-5133 Decatur, Ga. ASC Art Students Respond to Letters As a result of letters being sent to the 175 art students on campus, an Art Students' League may be formed at ASC. The purpose of an Art Students' League would be three-fold. First, it would give art students an opportunity to meet each other in a casual atmosphere. Secondly, an organized art league would give art students the chance to meet with art enthusi- asts from other colleges, especially from the Atlanta area. The third important function of an art students' organization would be raising money to help support the campus Arts Festival. Meeting Tuesday evening, the art students discussed plans for the coming of Mrs. Marguerite Wilden Haine, world-famous pot- ter, in November. Simply Wonderful Sportswear OPEN DAILY 9:305:30 133 Sycamore St. "On The Square" In Decatur I A NCOISTIftCO TftADt-MAftK. COFVNIOHT ) TMf OOCA-OOCA OOMPANV. Dear Diary... As I take my pen in hand, I take my bottle of Coke in the other hand! Yes, dear diary, where would I be without Coca-Cola? Just a social outcast. Why, everybody drinks Coke! John and Bill and Barry and Charley. Horace too. Confidentially, I think I'll have another bottle of Coke. BE REALLY REFRESHED Bottled under outhorlty of The Coco-Cola Company by THE ATLANTA COCA-COLA BOTTLING COMPANY Seniors Receive Caps Saturday Saturday, November 5, will mark the beginning of Agnes Scott's traditional Investiture service, when the class of 1961 will receive their mortar boards from Dean Carrie Scandrett in the capping ceremony Margaret W. Pepperdene As "Ancient of Days" resounds in Gaines Chapel, the faculty in full academic regalia and the seniors in black robes led by Nan- cy Hall and class mascot Caric Martin will march down the aisle between white-clad sophomores. "With Full Devout Courage" | will be the topic of the Investiture ddress by Mrs. Margaret W. 'epperdene, associate professor f English. Rev. Marion A. Boggs, 1960 I Moderator of the General Assem- bly of the Presbyterian Church U. S. and Pastor of the Second Presbyterian Church in Little Rock, Arkansas, will preach at the 11 a.m. campus church service Sunday in Gaines. The subject of his sermon will be "The Making of a Life." Rev. Boggs is a native of Liber- ty, S. C. and the brother of Wade Boggs, Moderator of the General Assembly in 1954. He received his B. A. degree from Davidson College and his B. D. from Union Theological Seminary. An honorary Doctor of Divinity degree was conferred on Rev. Boggs by Arkansas College in 1929. As a minister, he has held pas- torates at Grace Covenant Church in Richmond, Virginia, and at First Presbyterian in Blytheville and Hot Springs, Arkansas. Rev. Boggs has served as moderator of the Synod of Arkan- sas, as a member of the Board of World Missions for nine years and as a member of the Board of Trustees of Austin Theological Seminary in Austin. Texas. In addition to his work in these capacities, he has been repre- sentative to the World Conference on Life and Work in Oxford. Eng- land, and a Representative of the Presbyterian Church U. S. on the National Council of Churches. Rev. and Mrs. Boggs live in Little Rock, Arkansas and have one son, Marion Boggs. Jr., and two grandchildren. Walters Recreation Room will be the scene of a tea for the seniors, their families and friends, and members of the faculty Sun- day afternoon from 1:30-3:00 The Agnes Scott New VOL. XLVI AGNES SCOTT COLLEGE, DECATUR, GEORGIA, Wednesday, November 2, 1960 No. 5 DR. A. L. ROWSE Students Hear Dr. Rowse On Elizabethans, America By MILDRED LOVE Dr. A. L. Rowse, professor of history at All Souls College, Oxford, arrived on Monday for a three-day visit- Several years ago he spoke here as a University Center lecturer. Dr. Rowse is also the author of a history of the Churchill family. These two volumes, "The Early Churchills," and "The Later Church ills," include a biography of Winston Churchill, who per- sonally assisted with the book. An authority on the Elizabethan Age, Dr. Rowse spoke last night on 'The Elizabethans and Ameri- ca." His topic Monday afternoon was "British Foreign Problems." His final address was this morn- ing in convocation. During his visit Dr. Rowse has spoken to English History and English Literature classes. For the latter he chose the subject of Shakespeare's Henry IV. Dr. Rowse is above all a Cornishman. He considers the Cornish folk as being midway between the British and Ameri- cans. Actually the Cornish peo- ple played an active role in building America. Dr. Rowse was elected a Fellow of All Souls, the blue ribbon of an Oxford career, at the age of 21. He has devoted himself mainly to historical research and writing. His best known books on the Elizabethan period include l The England of Elizabeth," " Tudor Cornwall," and "Sir Richard Gren- ville of the Revenge." His 1958 Trevelyan lectures at Cambridge University be- came his recent book "The Elizabethans and America/' In the field of literature, Dr. Rowse is also an outstanding scholar. He has written his auto- biography, "A Cornish Childhood," and several volumes of essays. The latest of his four volumes of poetry is "Poems Partly Ameri- can." He is one of the few English 1 poets who have written about the American landscape. Dr. Rowse divides his time a nong Oxford, Cornwall and America. He can be found at Ox- ford during term, while he va- cations in Com wall. Every other year or so he visits America. Reporters and columnists of\ [THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS will have a staff meeting thisj > afternoon at 5:15 p.m. in the} ! NEWS Room. Nixon Bests Kennedy With Election Returns The campus campaign and the mock election held on Friday, Oct- ober 28, showed a concern for issues rather than personalities re- marked Tricia Walker, Mortar Board president. Tricia said that she was highly pleased with the campaign and election which were Mortar Board sponsored activities. A week of rallies, debates, and hat waving came to a climax as campus voters made their choices at the "polls" on the quadrangle lawn Friday afternoon. A jubilant Mrs. Pepperdene announced the results of the election with a not- so- jubilant Mr. Hayes at the Hub that evening. The elephant lovers landed a victory: 310-201. Of the 511 votes cast, only 157 of them will be cast at the National election in Novem- ber. Eightly-one of these supported Nixon and Lodge, and 76 were for Kennedy and Johnson. A mock election held on the Emory campus last week proved a slight victory of the Democrats. Approximately 800 votes were caset; Kennedy led by 37. A break-down of the Agnes Scott votes by dormitory, day student, faculty and staff groups showed the following results: Hopkins, 12 Kennedy 22 Nixon Main, 31 Kennedy 52 Nixon Inman, 31 Kennedy 41 Nixon Ansley McCain, 4 Kennedy 1 1 Nixon Hard E. Lawn. 5 Kennedy 15 Nixon Alex Harn-Omwake, 3 Kennedy 7 Nixon Sturgis Gaines Alumnae H.. 4 Kennedy 16 Nixon Walters, 32 Kennedy 4 0 Nixon Rebekah, 20 Kennedy 58 Nixon Faculty, 37 Kennedy 14 Nixon Staff, 10 Kennedy 10 Nixon Day Student, 1 2 Kennedy 24 Nixon Seen In Passing Group of inspired sophomores singing a selection from the "Bower of Bliss" in Speywei^s Fairy Queen to the time of "Anci- ent of Days." Professor complaining to the Dean of Faculty about the late- comers to last Wednesday's Con- vocation, only to discover that it was the Dean's philosophy test tlia-t ivas delaying them. * * * Nixon hats underselling Ken- nedy's by 25c. Week To Stress ''Cornice" Theme By NANCY SHERIFF "Cornice" or "Cornerstone" is the theme for Honor Empha- sis Week this year, Chairman Kay Gwaltney announced. Lasting November 8-10, the general idea surrounding this theme will be whether or not the honor system is really a living part of Agnes Scott. Monday at 10:15 a.m. hall dis- cussions will be held giving each student an opportunity to express her feelings in a small group. Nina Marable will give her interpretation of the Honor Code in Chapel, Tuesday, the eighth. At five o'clock that eve- ning Dr. Wallace M. Alston will be available in the end date parlor of Main for an open dis- cussion. The Pledge Ceremony will take place in Wednesday's Convocation with Dr. Alston and Sarah Helen High, Student Body President, officiating. (Continued on Page 3) Kemp, Fiance Rank 'Top Ten Among Dance Skating Teams By JANE KELLEY Junior India Kemp and her fiance are among the top ten amateur dance skating teams in the United States and Cana- da. They have also placed second in the Southern regional competition for three years. The first team in this region also ranks first in the nation this year. India's younger sister and her fiance came in third in the region this year. Both India and she met their future husbands through the amateur group in Atlanta which sponsors the competitions. India said that she began skating in the eighth and ninth grades because she liked it so much. She started taking lessons and passed through the three levels of competition, Novice, In- termediate, Senior Dance. Several ranks of skaters are asked to the Invitational meets sponsored by local clubs throughout the year. India and Jimmy have won several of these. Jimmy Miller. India's fiance, has been skating in meets for nine years and India for six. They have skated together for four years. India and Jimmy practice an hour and a half each day and six hours each on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Junior India Kemp and her fi- ance prepare for a skating dance competition which ranked them in the Top Ten of U. S. competi- tion. 2 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, November 2, 1960 Tinder- Box Times The sit-in movements in the last two weeks in Atlanta, and the imprisonment of Dr. Martin Luther King have been moving to the whole campus. Some of us are moved sympathetically, others quite the opposite. The least impassioned faces are on the sit-iners themselves and their pickets. We saw them walking around Rich's in a crisp wind. Not even a friendly smile from an observer drew a response- Whether we agree with the aims of these students and their leaders, we must admire passivity. Their lack of emotionalism, which was exhibited when a college-age boy harassed them with aerosol sprays, is admirable. In these times, tinder-box times, we may call them, we will do well to emulate the non-violence in the Negro stu- dents. We are emotional about this it is our common denomi- nator in varied thinking on civil rights. But we also have a responsibility to try to see the situation always in terms of cool reason. Our sanity is something we can share with our parents, with school children, and with each other. We owe it to our future to play this part in keeping mobbism out of Southern streets. E.f. Checks and Balances What do we see more of every day than anything else? Books. By clearing off the cards we see books in the Hub, books paving the entrance to the Dining Hall, books under someone's arm as she walks across the campus. And pertaining to books we have the bookstores (first and second-hand), the library, individual bookshelves and the omnipresent bookworms. Books are a common denominator among all of us faculty and student body. For by our coming here, we have evidenced an interest in books and learning. Trite, but true, is the phrase, "You came to college to learn." Yet the argument that goes something like "You can't learn everything from a book" is appealingly true as we accept that date the opportunity to get away for awhile. Both statements form the basis for the well-rounded, liberally educated young woman. They should not exist in- dependently of each other but should co-exist to establish a system of checks and balances. Aristotle has said that in the evolution of reason as fur- ther arts were discovered, the discoverers of those which supplied the leisure moments of life were considered wiser than the discoverers of the arts supplying the necessities of life. Theirs was the sort of knowledge that did not aim at utility. The McKinney Book Award was originated with this truism as its focal point; to provide the encouragement to actively seek in leisure time knowledge that does not aim at class- room utility. This is not to say that the books submitted to the com- mittee may not supplement the textbooks of your courses and give you more insight into your particular field of study. Yet, the main purpose is to stimulate the buying and read- ing of the books you've always wanted to read (whether Lolita or the Cambridge Medieval History) and/or the culmi- native reading of the books that are already collecting dust on your bookshelves. The McKinney Book Award and its committee represent a dedicated effort to formulate the habit within each of us to investigate some problem that excites our curiosity for the sole purpose of enlightenment. L.S. The Aqnes Scntt IVfews Published weekly except holidays and examination periods, by the students of Affnes S^ntt College, Office on second floor Murphey Candler BuiHinpr. Entered as second class matter at the Decatur. Georgia, post office. Subscription price per year S2.00; single copy. 10 cents. Editor ESTHER THOMAS Managing Editor MARY JANE MOORE Assistant Editors: NANCY BARRETT. CAROLE SUE JACKSON. LUCY SCHOW Copy Editor MARY TAYLOR LIPSCOMB Assignment Manager SUE MUSTOE Campus Beat VIRGINIA PHILIP Entertainment ELLEN MIDDLEBROOKS International HARRIET SMITH News Features BETH CRAWFORD Sports INA JONES. LELIA JONES Reporters Betsy Boatwright. Martha Campbell. Martha Chew, Helen Everett. Florsie Gaines. Jrre Kdley. Betty Kneale. India Kemp. Lynne Lam- lert. Linda Le:itz. Mildted Love. Martha Mossman. Ann Risher. Nancy Sibley, Suzanne Smith. Kay Younger. Business Manager CARROLL CONNOR NEWS of the WEEK in By HELEN EVERETT Stockholm: Saint-John Perse, a French poet and former diplo- mat now residing in the United States, has been awarded the 1960 Nobel prize for literature. New York: Igor Yaakovlevich Melekh, Russian U. N. secretariat official, and Willie Hirsch. a Ger- man-born illustrator, were held on charges of spying for the Soviet Union. Vietiane, Laos: Neutralist Pre- mier Souvanna Phouma announced the acceptance by his country of Soviet aid in principle for frac- tion-ridden Laos. Washington: U. S. Navy an- nounced that a small force of Marines would be sent to Guanta- namo base in Cuba for a few days of rest and recreation, and at the same time accused the Soviets of secretly pouring arms and military technicians into the island. United Nations, N. Y.: The United States and the Soviet Union through their delegates to the U. N., James J. Wadsworth and Valerian A. Zorin, scheduled private talks that they hoped would lead to a resumption of the disarmament negotiations broken off in June at Geneva. Campus Beat Philip Denounces Nighttime Orgies By VIRGINIA PHILIP "These girls act as though they haven't seen a man for weeks (Laughter) "Reaction of just one visitor (male, col- lege student, sharp) to our campus to the eventide orgy (Webster: excessive indulgence in some activity, as speech- making) around the dorms. Now, we are not averse to (most of) what goes on we are averse to the place where it goes on. Be it under- stood that these admonitions are not a product merely of my own narrow, Vic- torian mind. They are published as a result of prodding by a number of intelli- gent, broad-minded fellow stu- dents who are nonetheless some- what embarassed at having to steer through an obstacle course of embracing couples when re- turning to their dorms at night. Even greater embarassment is felt by the girl who, return- ing to the campus after her first date with a young man, must After Seven Peggy King, Don Grimes Entertain At Henry Grady By ELLEN MIDDLEBROOKS A look at Halloween week in Atlanta reveals sparkle and NO spooks. Pretty perky Peggy King is in the spotlight at the Henry Grady's Paradise Room- On the stage she pro- jects the unsophisticated "little girls" image that shot her to fame on the George Gobel Show, She's charming in a wide variety ' of slightly off-beat favorites and yet avoiding those that are too familiar. "I Got Rhythm," "Lone- some Road" and "(The Boy Next Door" are a few of her dynamic selections. Don Grimes' sweet and solid well as smooth At the Paradise Room in two weeks Vaughn Monroe will be performing. There's more Dixieland at Hank and Jerry's Hideaway at Peach- tree and 10th, while contemporary jazz is heard at The Party. The first floor swings to the strains of Walter McComb's three- piece band, plus vocalist Pauline Green; cool jazz is played by Bill and Melvin and the piano and drums upstairs. stand amid this silent, moony- eyed group and make light part- ing conversation. We seem to forget that our dates are not delivering us to the doors of our own homes. The walks around the dorms are al- most as public as the streets of the city. Perhaps it is not generally un- derstood that the five-minute rule applies even if we sign in hours before late time limit. A boy, unless he is signed in as a campus date, is expected to leave campus within five minutes after he brings his date in, no matter when late time limit may be. Surely, though, it has often enough been called to the atten- tion of freshmen and sophomores that they are not to allow their dates to remain after their own time limits when juniors and seniors have one o'clock permis- sion. Yet this regulation is also loose- ly complied with. Let's have a little more con- cern for others' opinions of us, a little more consideration for others, and a little more respect for the rules cited above. We remarked the other day upon how well the dress policy has been abided by this year when it was called to our attention that seme students have been wearing bermudas or long pants while entertaining campus dates. This practice is not compliable with the present dress policy. We suggest that students check before taking dates into ques- tionable areas. band plays Dixieland as dance music. Nationally Speaking Advertising LINDA INGRAM Assistants Mary Curd Holman. Lynn Horn. Photographer s CHRISTY H AGES ELIZABETH THOMAS Student Leaders Head Alumnae Group Panel To portray Agnes Scott College, 1960. student leaders participated in the October 25 meeting of the Atlanta Agnes Scott Alumnae Club. The home of Mrs. Betty Lou Houck Smith, (Mrs. Bealy) '35, was the scene of the meeting. Miss Carrie Scandrett, Dean of Women, led a panel discussion on "Living the Ideal on Campus." Panel members were Anne Broad, president of AA; Nancy Batson, president of CA; and Mary Wayne Crymes. president of Social Council. Sara Helen High, president of S.G.A.. Esther Thomas, editor of the News, and Trish Walker, presi- dent of Mortar Board, also spoke, running neck and neck. "The Solid South" Feels Stone Walls Crumbling By HARRIET SMITH "The Solid South" for almost a century this phrase has been associated with the Southern states just as naturally as corn pone and molasses, cotton fields and southern hos- pitality. Numerous reasons are cited for the new political temper of the South. Observers point to the growth of industry and the migra- tion of people from other parts of the country as important factors in the growth of Republican and business sentiment. The religious issue and the ques- tion of civil rights undoubtedly play a role in this election, and many Southerners are coming to feel that the Democrats no longer represent their interests. The growth of a two-party system in the South is a healthy sign. It reflects a change in the economy as well as a growing awareness of issues among the people. Moreover ,it can provide effec- tive organizations for those of either political sentiment, and it is forcing both parties to regard the South in a new light. She is beginning to be recognized as an area to be courted, not neglected. So strong has been the Demo- cratic affiliation of the South that both major par- ties have tended to neglect her in elect ion cam- paigns, the Democrats be- cause they were sure of victory, the Republicans because they were sure of defeat. "The Solid South" shows defi- nite signs of crumbling, however; and if predictions about the No- vember election prove to be cor- rect, the phrase will eventually be discarded as out-of-date termi- nology. This year, only two Sou them states seem committed to either candidate, Georgia for Kennedy and Florida for Nixon. None of the other states show a decisive majority for either party, and in several areas the candidates are Wednesday, November 2, 1960 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS 3 Letters to the Editor Hub Chairman Protests Lack Of Co-operation in Clearance To the Editor: It is common knowledge that the Hub is closed during Chapel. It may or may not be common knowledge that the decision to close the Hub was not made by a select few; rather, it was the decision of the student body. It seems, therefore, that it is the responsibility of the students to leave the Hub at 10:25 and that one girl should not have to ap- proach each girl and remind her that the Hub is closing. Anyone who has had the job of clearing the Hub is aware of the attitude that seems to descend on most Hub-goers shortly before 10:30 a.m. attitudes ranging from total unawareness that the Hub is to be cleared to a hostility border ing on contempt. The lack of student co-operation became so pronounced during the spring of '59 that it was not suf- ficient merely to close the Hub. It became necessary to lock it There are many arguments in favor of closing the Hub during chapel; there are just as many arguments against it. However, as long as the student body has voted in favor of the current policy, it seems that the decision should be upheld and respected by all. Sincerely, Janice Henry, Chairman Hub Committee Walker Responds To the Editor: Agreed, a code to guide Scotties in skit writing might alleviate the need for censorship. However, such a code could never be written. It must, on the other hand, be ingrained in each one of us. It is a pretty sad commentary on us that we should need any such list of unacceptable spelled out to us, for we should care enough about the impression we create through our skits to write ones we can all be proud of A written code could be nothing but a general outline which would include the identical items which appeared in your editorial "cynical," "ironic," too much campus humor," "sacreligious" and "lewd." What good would this do if it were written down? These things are outlined verbal- ly each year in a meeting of the skit chairmen; and besides, there would always be a loophole if we looked hard enough. It seems also that when writing skits we include lines we expect to have cut. If these were left out altogether much unpleasantness would be saved. You mentioned a censoring com- mittee, and at this point I would correct you. We have an Entertain- ment Committee composed of four faculty and staff members who are there to serve us in an advisory capacity. Their job is not to censor, and this falls their lot only whenever the students exhitbit poor judg- ment in what we choose to pre- sent. I believe that you will be inter- ested to know that it was Ann Hutch and I who "censored" the skits for Black Cat. The Entertainment Committee read them and questioned a few lines, but we are ultimately re- sponsible for what was cut. Things would function more efficiently and pleasantly if we had a code which works from with- in, in the form of good judge- ment. Why not try it next time and see? Tricia Walker Editor's note: We apologize for using campus vernacular to de- scribe tlie Entertainment Com- mittee, and agree with TiHcia that skit writing should be part of campus honor. Our point was that often pub- licly defined external standards help clarify the internal. Smoking Committee Circulates Survey Survey slips have been circulated to every student at Agnes Scott to get the campus consensus on the Smoking Policy. Since the smokers' opinion has been publicly advertised recently, this survey is mainly to give the non-smokers an opportunity to state their opinions on the matter. Lelia Jones, Chairman, has said that "the entire smoking policy has been investigated. In essence it says there will be no smoking ex- cept in the Hub. "Unfortunately, the Committee has no connection with the Hub Policy. "All the suggestions (regarding smoking in date parlors, cars, at Blackfriars and in faculty of- fices) have been studied and the Committee is always open to any new ones." However, there will be no open meetings because the Committee feels they will be less hampered. Students will have ample oppor- tunity to speak in Thursday's Stu- dent Forum. 'Silhouette' Rates First In A. C. P. Competition A rating of First Class has been awarded the 1960 Silhouette by the Associated Collegiate Press. The A. C. P. issues a yearly handbook to member colleges evaluating their literary produc- tions and rating them as Ail- American, First Class, Second Class or Third Class. The Silhouette is among approxi- mately 35 other college yearbooks in the nation to receive a rating of First Class. Writer Will Speak (Continued from Page 1) Panel discussions will be held in the Hub that night at 9:30. A faculty member, a transfer stu- dent and a boarding student will lead the discussion with Ami Thomas as moderator. After the panel discussion, an open discussion will be held. For a finale, an alumna, Mrs. Walter B. Paschall, will evaluate the system and emphasize its im- portance in life after school years. Harpers Magazine published her article "A Southerner Speaks for the South" last spring. College Enters Two- Year Self-Examination Period By CAROLE SUE JACKSON Dean C- Benton Kline has announced the participation of Agnes Scott College in a pro- gram of self-study. The program is connected with the Southern Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools. The self-study program will last the next two years. It will culminate with a visit in the fall of 1962 of an evaluating committee of the Southern Asso- ciation of Colleges and Secondary Schools. Comprehensive Program The self-study will involve com- prehensive examination of the en- tire institution academic pro- gram, student personnel program, all student activities and financial structure. Participants will include the en- tire faculty, student body, the Board of Trustees and alumnae. The faculty steering committee will be headed by Dean Kline as chairman. Committee Other members are Miss Mary Virginia Allen, Miss Mary Boney, Mr. William Cornelius, Mrs. Miri- am Drucker, Miss Julia Gary, Miss Katherine Glick, Miss Ellen Douglass Leyburn, Dean Carrie Scandrett and Miss Laura Steele. The self-study will provide an evaluation to cover the next ten to twelve years. All members of the Southern Association of Colleges and Secon- dary Schools are entering similar programs. About 20 colleges have already completed their studies. Fifteen to twenty more will complete their studies this year. Exec. Board Attend Alumnae Luncheon The Executive Board of the Agnes Scott Alumnae Association will meet Saturday morning, Nov- ember 12. Presiding will be Miss Eleanor Hutchens, '40, from Hunts- ville, Alabama. The Executive Board consists of the officers of the Agnes Scott Alumnae Association, the commit- tee chairmen and the presidents of local alumnae clubs. Municipal Theatre. The exhibit of these four prom- ising, imaginative artists affords a valuable opportunity for Agnes Scott students to enrich their background in art, Mr. Warren said. Harvard: Real U. N. The Art Exhibit of four University of Georgia graduate students now in Buttrick Gallery attracts juniors Ethel Gilmore, Lyn Horn and Ann Hutchinson. Univ. of Gca. Graduate Students Present 16 Art Works in Buttrick An art exhibition consisting of paintings by four Univer- sity of Georgia graduate students is being presented by the Agnes Scott College Art Department November 1-15 in But- trick Gallery, which will be open to the public from 2-5 p.m. daily. "A very vigorous exhibition . . . showing a great deal of experi- mentation, vigor, and courage" are the words used by Professor Ferdinand Warren to describe the 16 works in oil, casein and mixed media. The four artists, who are tour ing various colleges with their paintings, are Miss Beverly Ann Bach, Miss Marjorie Nell Shem- well, Budd Harris Bishop, and Henry L. Whiddon, all of whom received the M.F.A. degree from the University of Georgia. Beverly Bach, originally from Montgomery, Ala., received the B.A. degree in art, philosophy and "religion from Birmingham South- ern College. She was listed in "Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities." Marjorie Shemwell, presently at East Tennessee State College, re- ceived the B.S. degree in art from Murray State College in Ken- tucky. She has also studied at Western State College and Ohio Slate University. . Budd Bishop, a native Georgian, was awarded the B.A. degree from Shorter College. He has had one- man shows at Shorter, Mercer University and at the University of Georgia. The fourth artist, Henry Whid- don, graduated from Atlanta Art Institute with "The Most Out- standing Student" award. In addition to other awards, Whiddon received honorable men- tion from the Mexican- American Institute Exhibition in Mexico City in 1957. He has been a de- signer this year for the' Atlanta Foreign Students Serve As Tiny United Nations By PAT HOLMES Indian sari, Japanese obi, Moslem turban and the brilliant robes of African tribesman and of Buddhist monk; the faces and costumes of dozens of different nationalities lent an U. N. atmosphere to Harvard Yard this summer session. Getting to know some of these foreign students proved to be the most memorable in the United of my Harvard experiences. I found their opin- ions on world affairs especially eye-opening. My foreign friends do not consider Russia the great threat freedom that we States do. The Canadians seem satisfied to let us do the work and worry about any potential Russian dan- ger. National Problems The Indians think more about Eastern aid for their country than possible Eastern control. European students, too. are chiefly concerned with the wel- fare of their own countries; some appeared most afraid of West German economic domination than of Russian military aggres- sion. Although she had little fear that Russia would ever be able' to sub- due the world, my roommate, a native Russian now living in Can- ada, did concede that communism had no danger of losing popular appeal in Russia itself. Communism Noting the improved condition of the average Russian today as compared to tsarist times, she pointed out the difficulty of ex- plaining Western ideals to the Russians. The terms we use have entirely different connotations; freedom, for example, means anarchy to the Russian. One heartening discovery I made was the genuine enthusiasm for the European Economic Com- munity and its political future. Economic Community An Italian, whose country of course would receive the greatest benefit, was the most ardent sup- porter of this cooperative pro- gram. Quizzing this politically am- bitious young man, I asked him if he planned to be Premier of Italy. "No." he replied, "Premier of Europe!" As I listened to these students earnestly and intelligently discuss the hopes arid problems of their respective countries, I wondered if this great educational institution, and others like it. were not truly a more real and effective U. N. assembly than that official body in New York. 4 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, November 2, 1960 Joan Byrd, during her interview, expresses her feeling of creativity by pointing out the duality of "warmth and fear of life" as shown in Paula Wilson's drawing of father and child. Arts Festival To Intensify Experience, Bellune, Byrd Maintain In Interviews By BETH CRAWFORD Betty Bellune, student chairman of this year's Arts Festival, was asked why the arts are important to her. An enthusiasm for drama in particular, which is, in her words, "the most complete means of expression, involving movement, transcending smallness, getting to the heart of life to what human beings are made of" and her belief that "the arts can add a depth to anyone's experience" are the answer. "Creativity is facing yourself. It's lonely not like watching T.V. or playing cards." Is it really worth the effort? "Through the creative arts one sees things one so often forgets to look at." In studying the character of adolescent Frankie in "Member of the Wedding," Betty felt the "refreshing outlook of this thirteen-year-old." "Frankie's painful need to be- long to the unity that she sees in her brother and his bride (Frankie called them vthe 'WE of me') could be strongly sensed." The studying of character that an actress undertakes is fundamental to her life. The actress may watch garden- ers, waiters, or fellow students. "I've seen a freshman," Betty recalls, "who is completely her- self so confident she bustles into a room rather than walking." Freshmen are particularly interesting to this senior because she sees herself as she once was and Betty believes "acting is finding agreement with others." Joan Byrd, editor of the Aurora and an art major, was asked why she believed certain people were roused to an intense love of the arts while others showed only a passing curiosity. She believes that this centers on what a person regards as funda- mental, on "his feeling for life." "Different professors have made me feel that teaching is creative in that it can awaken a sense for the arts. "I was brought up thinking that a painting had to look like what it was supposed to. Here at college I have learned that art has understanding in it it's what life is." In her room Joan has a draw- ing by Paula Wilson. "This has all the warmth and fear of life shown through father and his child." The duality in this painting Joan feels to be an essence of all the arts. "A lot of art is extremely clever, but arrogant and cold. When art is true and feeling is put before craft, there seems to me to be a common understanding among artists. "True art has the combination of both happiness and sadness, aloneness and being together.'' DECATUR CO-OP CABS 24 HR. SERVICE Radio Dispatch Call DR 7-1708 DR 7-3866 Preston Will Accept Entries For Book Award Competion By SUE MUSTOE Since 1931 Agnes Scott students have been inspired each year to begin their own personal libraries under the auspices of the Louise McKinney Book Award program Originated as a memorial to Miss -.ouise McKinney, professor emerit- us of English, the award of fifty dollars is given to the student who acquires the "most interesting and discriminating personal library and who reveals real understanding of her books." Lively at 92 During her teaching years at Agnes Scott Miss McKinney awakened in her students a love of reading and a keen appreciation of the value of book ownership. At 92, she is still an avid reader and has a lively interest in the world around her. Miss Janef N. Preston, chairman of the book award committee, makes periodic visits to Miss Mc- Kinney's home. During one of their latest visits Miss McKinney illustrated her probing interest in life when she bid Miss Preston to "bring me some new ideas" the next time she came. Collection Contents The collection must consist of at least 15 books acquired from May to May of the current year. Although they may be inex- pensive copies, the books are ex- pected to represent a basis for the DECATUR-DeKALB THEATRE Today Thru Saturday, Nov. 5 "STRANGERS WHEN WE MET" Kirk Douglas Kim Novak Starting Sunday November 6 "SONS AND LOVERS" L. L. TUCKER, JR., Manager collector's permanent library. Gifts may be included, but as a ,whole, the collection should give some in- dication of an individual's own interest and initiative. The books may center around one particular field of interest or represent a variety of interests. Pictures and records may be in- cluded. Students who are interested in participating in the contest are urged to enter as soon as possible. Names should be submitted to some members of the English De- partment by the end of fall quar- ter. The judging in May will include an informal interview with each contestant concerning her collec- tion. Submit Names Last year's winner, Peggy Mc- Geachy of the junior class, describ- ed her participation in the con- test as "a stimulating experience." Peggy's collection consisted of about 40 books and some classical records. William H. Rice 111 Sycamore Street Decatur, Ga. Cards, Toys, Party Supplies, Stationery. Wedding Invitations Having a Party? Paper Napkins - Matches Monogrammed To Order One Day Service Agnes Scott Students GET THE BEST At Deserve The Best IN SERVICE Decatur Cleaners and Hatters 147 Sycamore Street, Decatur, Ga. Pickup and Delivery Service DRake 7-5465 Campus Countdown By KAY ROBERTSON Dear Aggie, We have several additions to our list of honorees since my last letter, for it seems like more and more Scotties are falling in love and are dropping out of circula- tion. Two students from the Univer- sity of the South visited Scott the week-end of Black I Cat and left their fraternity pins behind. Glenda Antonie is now proudly wearing the Sigma Alpha Epsilon pin of David Long. Tommy Aldinger, a senior at Sewanee, presented Rooche Field with an Alpha Tau Omega pin. Martha McKinnon also got into the swing of things and is pinned to Bill Lindsay, who is a Pi Kap- pa Alpha at Georgia Tech. Linda Ingram returned from the University of Alabama with a Chi Phi pin given to her by Charles Adams, a senior there. Wedding bells are ringing for Donna Brock, a senior, who is en- gaged to Bob Oliver. Having at- tended Emory University, where he was a member of the Sigma Nu fraternity, Bob is now working in Canton. Georgia. Joan Fearon is pinned to Bobby Frierson (Dr. Joe Frierson's son), an ATO at Presbyterian College. Ramona Cartwright Philosophy Lecture Explores Marxism "Determinism and Voluntarism in Marxist Philosophy" is the title of a philosophy sminar to be held at Emory University on Wednes- day, November 2. Professor McKensie of the Emory University History De- partment will be the speaker. The lecture will begin at 8:30 p.m. in Room 207 of the History Building. The seminar is a prelude to the five college olloquium, which Ag- nes Scott hosts February 25. Sportswear OPEN DAILY 9:305:30 133 Sycamore St. "On The Square" In Decatur Lost and Found, Bookstore Provide Campus Services By FRANCES ANDERSON Do you have a stack of textbooks you want to sell? Do you want to buy your books for Winter Quarter second hand? Or. have you lost your umbrella and do not know where to look for it? You can solve your problems at the Second-Hand Book Store or the Lost and Found. In case you have not yet dis- covered the Second-Hand Book Store, it is located in the base- ment of Buttrick. To sell that pile of books, you have to put two 3x5 cards in each book. On each card you must write your name, your school ad- dress, your home address, the name of the book and the price. Announcements Next, you are to look for an- nouncements from Lower House, which runs the store. These will be posted on the door of the store soon. When the day and hours are an- nounced, you may take your stack of books and perhaps buy a few second-hand for Winter Quarter. Only if you have remembered the 3x5 cards can Lower House pay you later in Winter Quarter. Now that you have solved your book problems, what about the more immediate problem of a lost umbrella or whatever it may be? In case you may have lost your way in finding the Lost and Found, here are some directions: you walk in the front door of the Hub and turn right, go up the steps, through the door on your right and you are there. Perhaps you, like so many of us, have found the way only to dis- cover that the Lost and Found is closed. The sophomores, who run it as a money-making project, would like (Continued on Page 6) BAILEY'S Shoe Shop 58 Years In Decatur Look At Your Shoes 142 Sycamore Street J & J SHOES 117 Clairmont Suburban Plaza Candler-McAfee Sandler of Boston . . . Tweedies . . . Foot Flairs Wednesday, November 2, 1960 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS 5 Sign-Out Committee Investigates Policy Nancy Gheesling, Chairman of the Sign-Out Committee, reports: "The committee has written several schools of similar size and with comparable sign-out policies. "We will base our conclusions on our policy after careful delibera- tion, keeping in mind the reports of similar schools. "Though no concrete plans have been made, we have discussed the difficulties which must be over- come for a good solution." By Tuesday, November 1, the committee will have met and for- mulated their request for new sign-out privileges. Chi Beta Phi Elects Five New Members At their regular meeting held Wednesday, October 26, members of Chi Beta Phi elected five juniors to the national honorary science fraternity. Elected were Sue Grey, Norris Johnston, Beverly Kenton and Martha Campbell, who are all math majors, and Caroline Askew, biology major. Student Adams Heads Folk-Music Partisans A folk music group is now being organized on campus under the direction of Sarah Adams, junior day student. The group is for students and faculty interested in ballads, songs of other lands, traditional instru- mental music, contemporary musi- cal satire and jazz. Informal Sing The group offers an opportunity to share old songs, to learn new ones in an informal atmosphere and to share student talent with the campus community. Plans are being made to participate in the Arts Festival. The club will feature exchange meetings with Georgia Tech and possibly Emory musical groups and will provide an oportunity to hear Atlanta authorities speak and sing in their own area of speciali- zation. Notices of time and place of meetings will be posted in the mailroom. The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, Novem- ber 11 from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. in McCain Cottage. Flattering Hair Cuts Soft Fluffy Permanents Call For Appointment Jerry's Beauty Salon One Block From School 215 Church Street DR. 3-5361 I*?.**.'.-'* * MCUTtttO ADt.HAK. C0*rt(lKT C 1S9 fht COCA-CdLA COM EAST, Formal Dance, Play To Highlight Frolics Longing for male(s)? Fall Fro- lics weekend, November 18 and 19, brings in packages of all shapes and sizes to ASC. "The Skin of Our Teeth" will be offered on campus November 18 by Drama-Tech and Blackfriars. Cost for this is $1 per person if tickets are bought ahead of time. Lower House will sponsor a coffee in the Hub after the performance. Jam Session On November 19 at 3 p.m. Ray Stevens will give a jam session in the Hub. A formal dance in the gym to Albert Coleman's music will climax the weekend. Follow- ing the, dance, breakfast will be served in Walters' basement. Tickets for the jam session and/or the dance are $1.50. For the jam session alone they are 50 cents. Fall Frolics is sponsored by AA and Social Council each year. Pam Sylvester, vice-president of AA and dance chairman said that this is one of the most popular weekends of the year. Doughnut Sales The dance is paid for by the sales of doughnuts and hotdogs in the Hub on Wednesday nights, by the treasuries of the clubs and by ticket sales. Volunteers for Decorations and Publicity Committees may contact Virginia Allen and Janice Henry, respectively. Visit or Phone WATSON PHARMACY For Prompt Delivery DR 3-1665 YOUR NEAREST DRUG STORE Dr. Marion A. Boggs, Sunday Investiture speaker, will be hon- ored with his wife by Dr. and Mrs. Alston at a dinner Satur- day. Ten Campaign Dinners Spark Fall Fund Drive The campaign dinner held on our campus October 25 has infected the students with a curiosity about these functions. There have been ten such din- ners this fall. The procedure fol- lowed in Decatur is typical. A dinner chairman informs her community in advance of the coming dinner and takes care of all the dining arrange- ments. She also heads a team which solicits the first three weeks after the dinner is held. All the chair- men are alumnae. ' The chairman for the October 25 dinner in Decatur was Mrs. C. W. Morse. Three hundred people at- tended the dinner. Mrs. Morse acted as the mistress of ceremonies. The movie "Quest for Greatness" was shown, followed by an ad- dress by Dr. Wallace M. Alston. Sixteen dinners have been held in all. six last spring and ten this fall. Dr. Edward McNair says that "the dinners are well attended and have been very successful." 'Aurora' Members To Chose Articles The deadline for submitting articles for the Fall Quarter issue of Aurora was November 1. Members of the "Aurora" staff will meet November 7 to choose the compositions for the Fall issue. i Decatur, Go Alstons Will Honor Boggs With Dinner President and Mrs. Wallace Al- ston will honor Dr. and Mrs. Marion A. Boggs at a dinner on November 5 in the President's dining room of Evans Dining Hall. Dr. Boggs, moderator of the Presbyterian Church of the United States and past of the second Presbyterian church in Little Rock, Arkansas, is the guest min- ister for senior Investiture. He and Mrs. Boggs will be guests on campus from Saturday after- noon to Sunday afternoon. During this time they will stay in Walters guest suite. A sizeable group of Atlanta Presbyterian ministers and their wives will also attend the dinner. Among those invited are Dr. and Mrs. Herman L. Turner. Mr. Turner is moderator of the United Presbyterian Church in the United States of America and pastor of the Covenant Presbyter- ian Church in Atlanta. Tech, Scott Thespians Unite To Produce Wilder Drama D. A. Polychrone, Professor of Architecture at Tech and owner of engineering and construction busi- nesses here has replaced the lead, Mr. Antrobus, in "The Skin of Our Teeth" produced by Blackfriars and Drama-Tech. Blackfriars' president, Alice Boy- kin, announced that the tickets will be $1 if bought before the play, but $1.25 at the door. Alice added that the policy of charging for the plays is new this year; however it should have far-reach- ing effects on the quality of the plays. Play Costs "The cheapest play to produce would be $600. Anything better must cost more. "About half of the audiences are students; the other half are people from Atlanta who pay to see the plays. "Students often throw away free tickets not realizing the value of the plays offered here on campus." Selfsupporting Blackfriars hopes to become selfsupporting this year, freeing the student government money for other organizations. The receipts from the gate here on campus go to Scott, whereas they go to Tech if one sees it at Theatre Atlanta. Alice urged everyone who could to see the play on campus. "We hope that in future years we may have other plays together," Alice said. DICKSON'S Across From the Decatur Theater Gosh frosh! how'd you catch on so quick? Catch on to the fact that Coca-Cola is the hep drink on campus, I mean. Always drink it, you say? Well how about dropping over to the dorm and downing a sparkling Coke or two with the boys. The man who's for Coke is the man for us. BE REALLY REFRESHED Bottled under authority of The Coca-Cola Company by THE ATLANTA COCA-COLA BOTTLING COMPANY Campus Grill Students Always Welcome Open 6 a. m. Close 12 p. m. 7 Days A Week 106 N. McDonough Ave. DR 3-3511 6 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, November 2, 1960 Above is a typical scene in the late afternoon as the classes' hockey teams work out forward line maneuvers, penalty shots and roll- ins for Friday's important games. Big Hockey Games Loom Friday As Classes Struggle for Crown By INA JONES For the past two games, the hockey teams have put skill, endurance and sportsmanship to its roughest test. The sec- ond game, following up a double-header tie, put the Seniors out front while the Freshmen and Juniors were left holding hands- The Sophomores in their battle with the Seniors played their best game so far. The Seniors reigned as vic- tors. Their forward line, patched up from last year with several new players, stalked through the Sophomore defense and into the Sophomore goal twice during the second half. One of the most exciting plays I have ever seen was the horizontal duel between Betsy Dal ton and Soph- omore goalie, Annabell Free- man. The second game between the Juniors and Freshmen was al- most as exciting. The Juniors couldn't over- power the Freshman team, who. although this was only their sec- ond game, showed some of the best teamwork seen So far in the season. Kline, Steel, Clark Attain Ph.d. Status Three members of the Agnes Scott faculty will receive their doctorates within the 1960-1961 college year. Dean C. Benton Kline will re- ceive his Ph.d. from Yale Univer- sity in June: the subject of his thesis is "Theism and Naturalism." Two members of the French department will also receive their doctorates. Miss Chloe Steel will receive her degree from the University of Chicago on the subject of Balzac and Proust. Miss Frances Clark will receive her doctorate from Yale University. Her subject is Blaise Pascal. In the double feature Friday, the Seniors kept their tradition and the Juniors redeemed them- selves. In both games, the Big Sisters defeated the Sophomores and Freshmen. The rough and ready Juniors found the Sophomores unable to hold Marijke Klein-Wassink, Lucy Schow and Peggy Mitchell. Carey Bowen, Junior goalie, saw little action, while Annabelle Free- man was kept busy. The Juniors worked well together so well that the final score rated them 4-0 against the Sophomores. Stokie Cummings of the Freshman defense put up an especially good fight, and, as one Junior put it, "Was always everywhere/' In the Senior-Freshman game, the Hockey Legend, Betsy Dalton, came through again. How can anyone be so quick as to catch a high-hit ball, drop it to the ground and drive it to the right across the field? The Seniors, in my opinion, have the best team. Their skill is apparent; Small Hall in the backfield. Paula Wil- son, Anne Broad, Tay Lipscomb, Trish Walker. Kay Gwaltney and all the others compose such an effective blockade that no one so far has broken through; and, I tlon't believe any will. Friday is the big game when both teams of the two games shall be fighting for honors. The Seniors and the Juniors vie for temporary champion- ship; the Sophomores and Freshmen have another chance to break the previous tie. Since each team is playing more on its own level, I believe this shall be the most exciting game of the season. What will Betsy Dalton do next? What beautiful plays will Kathe- ryn Mobley make? Can Marijke Klein-Wassink keeps ahead of her markers as she did last week? Will Molly Snead rule the defense? Who will be the victors? Why don't you come Friday and find out? We Have A Souvenir For You Please Come Bv To Get It. FAIRVIEW FLOWER SHOP 307 CHURCH STREET DIAMONDS Swim Meet To Feature Races, Form, Comedy "Swimmers, ready-on your mark- go!" will ring out once again on November 8 at S:00 p.m. at the annual swimming meet. The class managers this year are Kacky Chambers, seniors; Lyn Horn, juniors; Kaylynn Ogburn, sophomores; and Sue Aspinall, freshmen. As in the past the meet is com- posed of both form and speed events. The racing events will in- clude the 40 yd. freestyle. 40 yd. backstroke, 40 yd. breaststroke, 60 yd. individual medley, 60 yd. med- ley relay and 80 yd. freestyle re- lay. Competition Sidestroke, front crawl, back crawl and breast stroke are the form strokes. There will also be diving competition and a comic relay. Since it will be election night, the returns will be announced throughout the meet. Lost and Found (Continued from Page 4) to remind us that the Lost and Found is open on Monday. Wednes- day and Thursday afternoons from 4 to 5. You can claim your lost article for ten cents. If you see something there that interests you. you can buy it at the Lost and Found sale which will be held at the end of this month. Do not get too excited about this sale. There is ^ one condition put on the articles up for sale they must have been in the Lost and Found for at least 30 days. Bring Shoe Troubles To Clairmont Shoe Repair, Inc. 141 Clairmont Ave. DR 3-3676 Avoid Atlanta Traffic Stop At Hotel Candler Decatur, Georgia 105 Modern Rooms Air Conditioned Plenty of Parking Space L. L| TUCKER, JR., Manager Ellington Grocery Co. 307 E. College Ave- DR 7-3841-3842 Hearn's Jewelry Co. 131 Sycamore St. China Crystal Sterling Silver Watches Diamonds Watch and Jewelry Repair Dr. 7-5133 Decatur, Ga. DRake 7-4913 DRake 3-4922 DECATUR CAKE BOX Belle Miller Florist - Baker - Caterer 112 Clairmont Avenue Decatur, Ga. 10% Discount on Birthday Cakes for Agnes Scott Girls PRINTING Business Stationery Personal Stationery Announcements Placards Your Particular Job the Way You Want It New Era Publishing Co. 124 Atlanta Ave. DR. 3-5785 UP TO 50% FROM DIRECT IMPORTS AND SACRIFICE SOURCES EXQUISITELY DESIGNED DIAMOND JEWELRY SEND FOR FREE DIAMOND AND GIFT CATALOG A-196 A REGISTERED MONEY BACK GUARANTEE CERTIFICATE WITH EACH PURCHASE The independent college belongs to those who be- lieve in it. It can have no other ownership. It has flourished through the centuries because every generation raises up people who understand its power for good. Rooted in this faith, steadfast, humane, the inde- pendent college abides as a citadel of the unfettered mind and spirit. AGNES SCOn COLLEGE Founded 1889 Am independent liberal arts college for women of highest rank academically, located in the Atlanta metropolitan area. U its mit< ESTABLISHED 1912- MAJtOtD HUMAN. MGR. JEWELRY COMPANY 1*5 MITCHELL ST. S. W. ATLANTA, GA. JA. 4-7S0S The Agnes Scott News VOL. XL VI AGNES SCOTT COLLEGE, DECATUR, GEORGIA, Wednesday, November 9, 1960 No. 6 Who's Who Lists 12 ASC Seniors Alston Announces Honor In Convocation Exercises mm BATSON BROAD BROWN BURNS Twelve members of the Class of 1961 will be honored in the 1961 edition of "Who's Who Among Students in Ameri- can Colleges and Universities." Students recognized by Dr. Wallace Alston in today's convocation for their leadership, citizenship, service and promise of future usefulness are: Nancy Batson, Knoxville, Tenn., j n , Ann McBnde, Alexandria, La., biology major; house president Walters, Mortar Board, former student recorder, member of Exec freshman and sophomore years. CRYMES DALTON HIGH MOORE McBRIDE SMITH SYLVESTER WALKER Proposed S. G. A. Shows Bi-Cameral Organization A reorganization of Student Government is being considered by Student Government Association under the leadership of Vicky Allen. The committee, composed of Nancy Rose, Elizabeth Withers, Carroll Rogers, Willette Barnwell, Dottie Burns and Tricia Walker, is working on a plan which will 'allow mo-re time for working on policies, rules, etc. and which will also improve coordination of campus activities. Under the new system there will ity of the student body before it art major; president C. A., Mortar Board, independent study, '58-'59 honor roll, secretary-treasurer C. A., Blackfriars, Dolphin Club, holder of Atlanta Arts Festival Scholarship. Anne Broad, Jackson, Miss., bi- ology major; president A. A., Mor- tar Board, Chi Beta Phi, inde- pendent study, Chairman Dance Group, former Stukes Scholar, honor roll three years. Pete Brown, Fort Valley, Ga., political science major; house president Main, Mortar Board, junior year class president, chair- man Young Democrats. Dotty Burns, West Palm Beach, Fla., biology major; Orientation chairman, former chairman Lower House, sophomore year class vice- president, freshman and sopho- more years Exec member. Mary Wayne Crymes, Charlotte, N. C, English major; president Social Council, Mortar Board, for- mer treasurer Social Council. Betsy Dalton, Charlotte, N. C, history and political science major; house president Rebekah, former cottage president, member of A.A. board, freshman and sophomore years, recipient of several athletic awards. Sarah Helen High, Whiteville, N. C, music major; president Stu- dent Government Association, Sig- ma Alpha Iota, holder of Atlanta Music Club Scholarship, former cottage president, sophomore year class president, former Black Cat chairman. Stormy, Agnes Scotf s oldest and best-loved pet, who be- longed to Dr. William A. Calder, died November 5, 1960. be two separate bodies of student government one entirely judicial and the other legislative. Lower House and Representative Council will be done away within the new system. House Council There will be a House Council in charge of dormitory standards and regulations which will meet joint- ly to handle projects and to make suggestions to the legislative body for rule changes. The legislative body will be com- posed of around 30 members, in- cluding representatives from the three boards and presidents of the four classes. This judicial board will be com- posed of 12 juniors and seniors. There will be a liaison of about four people between the two groups. Approval This reorganization plan must be approved by Exec, the Admin- can go into effect. Vicky said she hopes the pro- posal goes into effect this year, for she feels that the new system will be a great improvement over the old one. Folio Sets Deadline For Freshman Copy Attention freshmen with literary aspirations! Deadline for Folio try- outs is today, November 9. In order to tryout for the fresh- man writing club submit a play, short story, poem, essay or sketch. A box is located in the mail room for these manuscripts. The submissions will be read by the outgoing club members. These sophomores will select the new Folio members. Miss Margret Trotter, associate professor of English, is sponsor of istration Council, and a 2/3 major- the literary group. Honor Pledge Ceremony Climaxes Emphasis Week Following an intensive three-day examination of Agnes Scott's honor system, members of the freshman class par- ticipated in the traditional pledge ceremony this morning in convocation. The ceremony highlights Honor Emphasis Week, which will ex- tend through tomorrow. Although the freshmen come to Agnes Scott in the fall with the understanding that there is an honor system here, the actual pledge ceremony is held later in the quarter. Thus they are able to have the experience of living under this system and gaining a personal knowledge of its function before making their final endorsement, supplementing that pledge which they made with their application. Hub Panel Honor Emphasis Week continues tonight with panel discussions to be held in the Hub at 9:30 p.m. Members of the panel will in- clude Miss Kathryn Glick of the faculty; Polly Craig, a transfer student; and Dottie Burns, repre- senting boarding students. The panel will be followed by open discussion. Tomorrow in chapel Mrs. Walter B. Paschall, an Agnes Scott alum- na and contributor to The Atlantic Moyithly will give her evaluation (Continued on Page 3) Missy Moore, Mobile, Ala., French major; vice-president Stu- dent Government Association and Judicial chairman, former cottage president. Page Smith, Newport News, Va., chemistry major; editor of Sil- houette, vice president Eta Sigma Fhi; Chi Beta Phi, former Stukes Scholar, independent study, honor roll two years, former Silhouette feature editor, member of Aurora staff, Blackfriars, recipient of Harley Kimmel Trophy, one of 39 U.S. students selected for sum- mer work at Oak Ridge. Pam Sylvester, Decatur, Ga., psychology major; vice president A.A., Mortar Board, former treas- urer A. A., sophomore year Exec member, Blackfriars. Patricia Walker, Macon. Ga., history and political science major; president Mortar Board, inde- pendent study, '58-'59 honor roll, former treasurer Student Govern- ment, sophomore year A.A. board, freshman year Lower House. The students were nominated by the Senior Class and approved by the administration. Debater Atkins Rates Superior Sharon Atkins, junior, came home from the Alabama Discus- sion Tournament last weekend with a superior rating, the highest rating given at the tournament. She was one of four students out of 56 who achieved this high recognition and the first Agnes Scott girl to place at a tourna- ment in several years. Doris Sanders and Harriet Glover, along with Dr. George P. Hayes, were also at the con- ference which was held at the University of Alabama. The tournament was a prelimi- nary conference at which time the debating group's question for the year was considered and discussed. It served to familiarize the de- baters with the question. "Re- solved that the United States should adopt a program of com- pulsory health insurance for all citizens." Discussion was broken up into rcunds during which various aspects of the question were considered. Students were judged during these sessions. The four rounds dealt with the establishment of agenda and defi- nition of terms; analysis of the problem (nature, significance, (Continued on Page 3) 2 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, November 9, 1960 The Agnes Scott Hews Published weekly except holidays and examination periods, by the students of Agnes Scott College. Office on second floor Murphey Candler Building. Entered as second class matter at the Decatur. Georgia, post office. Subscription price per year $2.00; single copy, it) cents. Editor ESTHER THOMAS Managing Editor t MARY JANE MOORE Assistant Editors: NANCY BARRETT, CAROLE SUE JACKSON, LUCY SCHOW Copy Editor MARY TAYLOR LIPSCOMB Assignment Manager SUE MUSTOE Campus Beat VIRGINIA PHILIP BatotiiiMnenl ELLEN MIDDLEBROOKS i Internation; tl HARRIET SMITH News Features ... - BETH CRAWFORD Sports INA JONES, LELIA JONES Report..- . Frances Anderson, Betsy Boatwright, Martha Chew. Helen Everett, Flossie Gaines, Betty Kneale, Lynne Lambert, Linda Lentz, Judy Little. Mildred Love, Martha Mossman, Ann Risher, Kay Robertson, Lee Shepherd^ Nancy Sheriff, Nancy Sibley, Suzanne Smith, Kay Younger. Business Manager CARROLL CONNOR Advertising LINDA INGRAM Assitants Bonnie Hatfield, Mariane Wurst, Mary Holman Curd, Lynn Horn Photographers CHRISTY HAGES ELIZABETH THOMAS NEWS of the WEEK in Apathy No Problem The thought struck us this week that perhaps we have been wasting vital energy on a semi-existent problem. Our impassioned attacks on apathy seem a little paradoxical in the off-campus perspective. We didn't know how aware the campus is until we compared notes with editors at Tech, Emory and the University of Georgia. Agnes Scott is so sparkling with concern that our mock election participation not only looked astronomical on a percentage basis, but also looked good numerically. We heard our fellow institutions char- acterized by "analytical minds," "conserva- tive stronghold, " "don't really care." "Critical mind" able to compile data, to classify fact, to then make judgments and commitments Agnes Scott's characteristic became our refuge and our goal. The campus cannot afford to be complacent, but we can turn our vitality to greater areas of concern. We must with hu- mility recognize the vestiges of apathy, but we must in grati- tude for our ideals raise our aspirations as we chalk indiffer- ence off the board of problems this year. E.T. By HELEN EVERETT Moscow: The Soviet Tass news agency said an American- trained spy, Mikhail Platovsky, with or- ders to collect secret information by all means possible had been arrested in the Soviet Union. United Nations, N. Y.: Secre- tary General Dag Hammarskjold charged that large-scale Belgian activities in the Congo are ham- pering U. N. efforts to restore law and order. Milan: Noted Greek- American symphonic and operatic conductor, Dimitri Mitropoulos, died while rehearsing for an opera. Washington: United States offi- cials expressed surprise at Prime Minister Harold Macmillan's an- nouncement that he expects Britain to be consulted before any Polaris missiles are fired from submarines serviced at a Scottish base. Stockholm: Two American atom- ic scientists, Donald A. Glaser and Willard F. Libby, were awarded the Nobel prizes for physics and chemistry. Campus Beat Hidden Books Cause Moans By VIRGINIA PHILIP The complaints which reached our ears most frequently this week concerned the abuse of the reserved book system in the library. The library staff and Exec have recently issued a new policy governing late re- turn of reserved books. But this new ruling hits only those who are at least hon- est enough to sign the books out. And there are others. We have seen books with reserve cards still in them in places other than the library during the day. (This is not to suggest that you remove the card if you steal the book. ) Hide and Seek Then there is the girl who tells herself that as long as she doesn't remove the book from the reserve room it isn't her fault if no one else can find it. Who would think to look for Chaucer and His England on the Honor Cornice of Life From the very first minute a freshman sets foot on campus, she hears the word "honor" repeated again and again. Honor will be stressed, discussed and argued during her next four years at Agnes Scott. * Yet what will the word ultimately mean to her? She will vainly grope for a satisfying definition. The idea of honor is not a new one to which she has just been exposed. Neither is it an idea which she will discard as soon as she receives her graduation diploma. Never- theless, the ideal seems remote and unreal. As the weeks pass, however, she will dis- cover that each individual develops her own concept of honor within the framework of the community ideal. Conflicts Many times she may disagree with the honor system, think- ing it too idealistic and perfect with no allowance made for human weaknesses. She will perhaps feel the strain of conflicting loyalties and the pressure of the group. But she will also see the advantage of the honor system in the freedom it offers. Its responsibilities will demand a great deal from her at all times during her college career. Cornerstono "The cornerstone of the entire structure of Agnes Scott life is the honor system." The honor system will also be the cornerstone of future lives. i Honor Emphasis Week provides an opportunity for re- examining and re-evaluating the honor system in Hub dis- cussions and chapel programs. It also gives each student a chance to evaluate her own concept of honor. C.S.J. Internationally Speaking France Faces New Problems; Dispute Over Algeria Flares By HARRIET SMITH For seven years the Algerian nationalist rebellion has plagued the French nation like a festering and incurable sore, and in recent weeks the sore has flared up anew as General Charles de Gaulle faces a crisis over the very issue which brought him to power. Deeply divided over the Algeri an bid for autonomy, France faced another crisis two years ago as civil war threat- ened to break out. There were those who found Algerian inde- pendence prefer- able to an ex- hausting war, and the group which demanded maintenance of French sovereignty in Algeria no matter what. De Gaulle's Rise In that hour of crisis De Gaulle, pledging to end the Al- gerian war, inspired the faith of his countrymen and emerged as a strong and uniting force in the midst of chaos. His two years in office have brought no solution to the Al- gerian problem nor cessation of hostilities, however, and mount- ing popular discontent has turned demonstrations into riots and pro- duced votes of censure in the French parliament. Under severe pressure to ne- gotiate a settlement, de Gaulle has hinted at forthcoming autonomy for Algeria in his recent addresses Lo the nation. Compromise To achieve that autonomy ho must find a plan amenable to the Moslem rebels as well as the bit- terly divided French people. Failure to deal decisively with doom of other ill-fated French governments. The fate of two nations hangs in the balance. Biology 202 shelf? This honest, conscientious stu- dent might as well take the book home with her. She'd be just as honest and probably have less chance of getting caught in the act (if she removed the card). Day-ln and Day-Out The boarder who has friends among the day students has a de- cided advantage, for she can have her math major friends check out a pile of psych books as early as 4:30 in the afternoon. She's really lucky unless, of course, she happens to have a conscience. We know that Agnes Scott stu- dents are supposedly of high intel- lectual capability, but we are none- theless occasionally astounded at manifestations of this beyond our wildest imagination. Sixth Sense These are girls, for example, who can, by some secret faculty, absorb knowledge from a number of books at one time. One girl can do this with books simply by having them piled up in front of her, or under her. The reserve system is designed to make required reading equally available to all members of the class. System and Honor While the system is not com- pletely satisfactory and is often inconvenient, it is grossly unfair for one student to feel she is more privileged than others, to take matters into her own hands, and to deprive her classmates of availability of the material. She is cheating, in essence, be- cause she is giving herself unfair advantage. After Seven Fox Offers Terror Flick; Critic Pans 'Beat' Film By ELLEN MIDDLEBROOKS Movies this week run the gamut from the old in a re- showing of "Ruby Gentry" at Loews to the new in "Midnight Lace" and "The Subterraneans." Doris Day's ability is shown at its peak in this film of sustained terror. She succeeds in communicating the mounting fear of an American heiress, bride of a British financier (Rex Harrison) who receives a series of telephone calls threaten- ing her life. Publication Editors Attend SDC Dinner Three Agnes Scott students have been invited to attend the dinner meeting of Sigma Delta Chi, na- tional professional journalism fra- ternity, on Thursday, November 10, at the Dinkier Plaza Hotel. The delegates are: Joan Byrd, editor of Aurora, Page Smith, ed- itor of the Silhouette, and Esther Thomas, editor of The Agnes Scott News. The speakers this year will be Celestine Sibley, Constitution col- umist, who will give some insight the problem will undoubtedly I into her colorful career, and Claude bring a further waning of de Sitton, of The New York Times; Gaulle's influence, and could con- who will speak on the profession of ceivably force his regime into the journalism. Fox Thriller Lacking witnesses, the police be- lieve she is in- venting the drama to get more attention from her busy husband. The film is cur- rently showing at the Fox. The story of tne beat generation in "The Sub- terraneans" which stars Leslie Caron and George Peppard, is undoubtedly one of the worst films released this year. Bury It! The whole movie is just too beat to be realistic. What could have been a pene- trating story collapses in a film showing only the total emptiness and aimlessness of the lives of the "beatniks". On a more cultural level we find Mantovani appearing at the Audi- torium November 14, and the stir- ring performance of the Cold- stream Guards on November 21. Wednesday, November 9, 1960 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS 3 Letters to the Editor Late Students Create Racket; Lee Cheers Student Agencies To the Editor: The constant tardiness of a large portion of the student body to Chapel has become a matter of great concern to us. The problem this year seems worse than it ever has been. We realize that there are times when tardiness to chapel (especially Wednesday Convocation) cannot be avoided. What about the other times? The lateness itself is not really the embarrassing part. The problem comes when the latecomers run down the aisle to their seats while a distinguished speaker is in the process of de- livering his speech. Why can the latecomer not sit in the balcony? You can always tell the roll checker that you are there. The inattentiveness of those who are in chapel is another serious problem. Another few rows of knitting or few minutes of test cramming will do you little good. This looks bad and is in very poor taste. Chapel manners are signs of our maturity. If this is the case, some Scotties have a lot of grow- ing up to do. Frances Anderson, Lower House Honor Week (Continued from Page 1) of the system and its meaning in life after college. A day students' luncheon and honor discussion will conclude the week tomorrow at 12:30 p.m. in Walters Recreation Room. Bonnie Lockhart is in charge of arrangements for the luncheon Margie Erickson of the dean's staff is assisting. To the Editor: Often you hear people say that they feel removed from the organi- zations on campus such as Exec and Lower House. Some say that since they do not hold offices their opinions are valueless and are worthless contributions. However, I believe that one of the primary attributes of Agnes Scott is its "openness." I have discovered through visit- ing Exec last week that outsiders are welcome and that they may state opinions if they have the desire. The Exec members have been elected by the students, and they do a good job of carrying out their responsibility. On the other hand, they seem to realize that they can't be rep- resentative of all. Therefore, they are willing to consider the different opinions of non-Exec members. For this reason there is no excuse for students to criticize these organizations behind their backs. If they disapprove of something, they should take their complaints to the organizations concerned. Through visiting Exec, attend- ing Lower House and talking to members of other organizations, I have realized that each student is important, office-holder or not. Campus organizations need the support, ideas and cooperation of the student body if they are to carry out their proper function that of making Agnes Scott a better place to live. Eleanor Lee, Lower House i Frazer Names Honor System Common Core of Student Life By ALICE FRAZER One of the first questions asked someone upon their re- turn from another country or school is, "Well, how do they differ from us," or "What's the difference between Agnes Scott and the European Universities?" Yet it was only upon returning to Scott and once again becoming a part of the student body that I was able to begin to understand that vague, previously unverbalized feeling of a basic difference. True, there are great technical differences between a large cos- mopolitan university and a com- paratively small girls' college. However, this does not com- pletely explain the lack of unity felt in such a large student body which contrasts so strongly with the feeling of oneness which we share here on our campus. The answer may lie in the fact that there is no centraliz- ing force in such a large uni- versity to unite members of different "faculties" or schools who have widely diverse studies, interests and friends. Yet this same diversity of in- terests may be applied to our unified campus. The common core of our com- munity which touches the lives of each of us is an active Honor System. It is the factor in our daily lives which applies to our aca- demic and social lives, as well as to extra curricular activities. It provides each of us with a singularity of purpose for it de- mands respect for the individuals with whom we live as well as per- sonal integrity. It is only through our Honor System that we may live together respected as individuals, yet uni- fied as a body by the sharing of a common goal and a common re- sponsibility. ASAA Executives Will Meet Saturday The Executive Board of the Agnes Scott Alumnae Association will meet Saturday morning, Nov- ember 12. The President, Miss Eleanor Hutchens, '40, from Hunts- ville, Alabama, will preside. The Executive Board consists of the officers of the Agnes Scott As- sociation, the Committee Chairmen and the Presidents of the local Alumnae Clubs. Aspirants To Bohemia Want Beatnik Campus By BETH CRAWFORD Several Scotties have expressed the desire to have a real Agnes Scott Beatnik swinging around the campus in time for the Fine Arts Festival. Those who aspire to Bohemia seem to feel uncertain as to Scott's ability to fulfill this aspiration. Last year several members of the faculty almost made this scene "the" scene, but freshmen have their doubts as to whether the "sheltering arms" would welcome the patter of little barefooted poetry readers in the hub or dark glasses and T-shirts in chapel. Nature Beat One freshmen volunteer said she'd like to be a nature beat and write poetry on horseback. "I'd go swimming on Christmas clay and date a beat boy only he'd be a southern beat." "I'd give my real opinion in Eng- lish. On second thought I think I'd quit school." Party Beat One junior would rather be a party beat. "I'd dance like they do in the Mississippi Delta and be perfectly frank with my dates. I'd go ahead and say, "Don, you're an absolute nothing. "It's time you realized it and disappeared." The party beat has since decid- ed she'd best become a thinking beat in order to be with us squares come the Arts Festival. Beat Priorities An enlightened senior maintains that "you can enjoy beat priorities without having a dead-pan expres- sion or retreating to some dank cellar to moan and wail. "I've never heard of a beat think- ing a leaf was worthwhile any- way." There thus appears to -be a lot of unfathomed beat potential even in the unexistentialist atmosphere of an Agnes Scott dorm. If it does not find a satisfactory outlet in Suppressed Desires Day a new springtime phenomenon may appear. With a bottle of platinum hair tint, a pair of dirty feet, a little imagination and a lot of laziness, it could be you. Debate Tournament (Continued from Page 1) problem areas, causes) ; criteria for solution and survey of possi- ble solutions; and selection of so- lutions. During the fifth round, which was not judged, the final solu- tions for each group were drafted. The students who were rated superior then compiled all the group resolutions and wrote a fi- nal conference resolution, which will be the topic of debate during the year. DO YOU KNOW: 1. Dimitri Mitropoulos? 2. Donald A. Glaser? 3. Mikhail Platovsky? 4. Williard F. Libby? DR. KIRTLEY M. MATHER Phi Beta Kappa To Bring Geologist-Author, Mather By MILDRED LOVE Dr. Kirtley M. Mather, emeritus professor of geology at Harvard University, will arrive on campus Monday for a visit as Phi Beta Kappa Visiting Scholar. Following dinner with the Phi Beta Kappa officers, he will go to Dean Kline's home to meet with the faculty study group. On Tuesday at 2 p.m., Dr. Mat- her will speak to Dr. William Calder's class on Earth Science." "Frontiers of That afternoon at 4:30 p.m. there will be a Hub discussion sponsored jy the International Relations Club and Christian Association. "The Path of Life Through Geologic Time" will be the topic f his slide-illustrated lecture Tues- day night at 8 in MacLean Audi- torium. Convocation Wednesday morning in convo- cation, Dr. Mather will make his final address. His topic is "Science and Religion in the Atomic Age." Dr. Mather is the current presi- dent of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences and a past presi- dent of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. Career He began his teaching career at the University of Arkansas and taught at Queen's University, Ontario, and at Denison before joining the Harvard faculty in 1924. Having a particular interest in the social implications of science, Dr. Mather is active in varied organizations. He served as president of the National Council of YMCA's and founded the Boston Center for Adult Education. He has traveled widely overseas since 1947 to at- tend scientific, educational and religious conferences. Books Dr. Mather's books and articles include "Old Mother Earth," "Soiwce Booh in Geology" "Science in Search of God" and "Crusade for Life." He is a member of the Royal Geographical Society, the Ameri- can Geographical Society and the American Geophysical Union. Dr. Mather is one of the seven scholars participating in the 1960- 61 Phi Beta Kappa Visiting Scholar Program begun in 1956 to enable more schools to have leading scho- lars participate in campus activi- ties. Five Reporters Join 'Agnes Scott News' Five new reporters have been added to the Agnes Scott News staff: Nancy Sheriff, Frances Anderson, Kay Robertson, Judy Little and Lee Shepherd. They were chosen after success- ful completion of a six-weeks ap- prenticeship period. Each week during the try-out period they were responsible for an assigned article and for scoops on other news. THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, November 9, 1960 Brock Hanna gives a convincing portrayal of the maid, Sabina, in Blackfriars Drama Tech's presentation of "The Skin of Our Teeth/' 'Skin of OurTeeth' Necessitates Hard Work, Ingerious Handling Blackfriars and Drama-Tech are now in their fifth week of rehears- al for Thornton Wilder's Pulitzer Prize play, "The Skin of Our Teeth." Miss Santacroce, the director, says that "The Skin of Our Teeth" is written in an unusual manner and does not follow normal plot lines. It requires a number of effects that must be handled ingeniously. These effects call for hard work and creative effort. All this combines to make the play an unique theatrical experi- ence, for it can be taken as pure fun and comedy or as a serious comment on man's progress through the ages. The play will be presented at the Theater Atlanta on November 11 and 12 and at Agnes Scott on November 18. Smoking Poll Reveals Majority For Smoker By NANCY SHERIFF The results for the Study-Smok- er are in and will be presented to the administration this week. Though the official percentage has not been figured, there is an over- whelming majority for the Smoker plan. Lelia Jones said, "Objections have been stated mostly about the noise there would be, the idea that a Junior Hub would be established and that non-smokers would eventually run out of the dormi- tories. ''However, Quiet Hours would be in effect and any violations would be sent before Executive Committee." The campus gave spirited re- plies to the questions from both points of view. A sophomore found the answer with: "The solution to the prob- lem is for people to stop smoking. It wastes money, shows the per- son is nervous and it stinks her up." One freshman wrote: "Please don't have a study smoker. When visitors are on campus they would possibly see it and the Hub and think that all Scott girls smoke." Another girl was so enthusiastic that she even pledged her reply. A sophomore added, "I haven't had a date, hut my friends say there is a need" (to allow boys to smoke in the date-parlors.) Last Tuesday the Executive Committee met in a special legislative session to hear re- ports from the Smoking and Sign-Out committees. The meeting, temporarily ad- journed for the lecture, will be completed this week. Alston Speaks at Marietta; 75 Attend Campaign Dinner A Campaign dinner was held re- cently in Marietta, Georgia. President Alston spoke to alum- nae, parents of present and former students and friends of the college about Agnes Scott's 75th Anniver- sary Campaign. The movie, "Quest for Great- ness," was shown. Mrs. Henry V. Hayes, daughter- in-law of the head of the English Department, Dr. George P. Hayes, was chairman. Seventy-five people from the Marietta area attended. No other campaign dinners will be held until after Christmas. NSA Offers Tours For College Groups "Are the students on your I campus Missing the Boat?" asks United States National Student | Association. NSA has released to Agnes I Scott information on their student | tours for 1961. The USNSA, which is a non- I profit confederation of student governments, offers 14 different itineraries for college students. Among those included are: Festivals of Music and Art Tours, Drive-lt-Yourself Tours, Hobo Tours and Whirlwind Tours. Also offered are Travel-Study pro- grams in many fields. The NSA, which has eight offices | abroad, tries to offer in every tour plenty of free time, tickets I to operas, concerts, and theaters | and a chance to meet foreign uni- versity students at informal par- 1 ties. All those interested may write I United States National Student | Association. Education Travel. Inc., 20 West 38 street. New York 18, New York. Alstons to Entertain With Freshman Tea Dr. and Mrs. Alston will wel- come the freshmen class of 1964 1 to their home at an informal tea to be given from 4-5:30 p.m.. Wed- 1 nesday, November 16. Announcing... A. M. Corsat Records (Formerly Rutland's House of Music) "On the Square in Decatur 11 Bringing quality in recordings to DeKalb * Largest selection of records in the area. A selection of over 10,000 in stock just what you want at our fingertips. No waiting for your order to come. * All records will be sold guaranteed factory fresh no scratches from careless handling or worn out grooves from being played time and time again. * All records are in easy-to-browse shelves in front of our counter. No need to know your desire exactly find what appeals to you at your heart's content. Music for all listeners. Classical Jazz Pop L. P.'s and 45's in Monaural and Stereo ANGEL OPERAS Pre fat/^ i (S)3555-B/L (S)3551-B/L 3571-Q/L (S)3593 C/L (S)3552C/L (S)3559C/L A. M. Corsat Records "On The Square in Decatur" Mon. through Thurs. 9:30 a.m. 'til 7 p.m. Sat. 'til 6 p.m. Open Fridays 'til Nine Wednesday, November 9, 1960 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS 5 Alumna Medical Missionary To Address A. S. C. Student Body In Chapel Tuesday By KAY ROBERTSON Mrs. Paul S. Crane, an American housewife and medical missionary who has found her life caught up on the "front lines" in Korea, will speak in chapel Tuesday morning, No- vember 15. Mrs. Crane's missionary work is of special interest to the campus since the largest portion of Chris- tian Association's budget goes to this project. Mrs. Crane wrote that "my hos- pital work here is yours, and I want it to seem more real to you." Lab Technician Trained as a laboratory technic- ian. Mrs. Crane went to Korea in 1947 with her husband, a young surgeon, as a missionary of the Presbyterian Church, U.S. There she worked with her hus- band in opening a hospital in post- World War II Korea, where in the aftermath of war, disease, mal- nutrition and exposure were taking a heavy toll. Schools In an area of three million, with little available medical or surgical help, the young missionaries re- opened a mission hospital. Their work came to a sudden Ellington Grocery Co. 307 E. College Ave- DR 7-3841-3842 halt as Communist tanks approach- ed in June. 1950. Mrs. Crane was forced to evacu- ate, with most of the church's missionaries, but her husband and another missionary doctor chose to remain behind at the hospital in the provincial capital of Chunju. Communist Threat When Communist tanks reached the edge of the city, they were warned by Korean friends that they were certain to be killed if captured, and they left hurriedly. By October of 1950, however, they were able to return, and they kept the hospital in operation through the tense years of guer- rilla warfare until the armistice was signed in 1953. For Mrs. Crane and her two small children, this was a time of difficult and long separations as her husband carried on medical work in the dangers of wartime Korea. Today, the hospital the Cranes le-opened 12 years ago is recog- nized as one of Korea's leading hospitals, and graduates of its doctors', nurses' and laboratory icchnicians' training programs are filling essential roles in a nation where modern medical care is new. DECATUR CO-OP Visit or Phone CABS WATSON 24 HR. SERVICE Radio Dispatch PHARMACY For Call Prompt Delivery DR 7-1708 DR 3-1665 DR 7-3866 YOUR NEAREST DRUG STORE FRft CATALOG! CITIZENS NEW 1961 Fall and Christmas Discount Catalog JUST OFF THE PRESS Diamonds Jewelry Watches Silver and Gifts SAVE 25% fo 50% Get Your FREE Copy Now! I Send me a free copy of your Catalog No.A-196 1 NAME ^ j ADDRESS 1 CITY i -STATE Little Girls Day Preceeds Investiture As Seniors See Last Childhood Fling By LYNNE LAMBERT Last Friday Agnes Scott College might well have been mistaken for Agnes Scott Kinder- garten judging by the preponderance of ''little girls" on the campus. It has long been the custom for the Seniors to celebrate their last childhood fling by the observance of Little Girls Day as a part of Investiture Weekend. Saturday was time to don black robes and caps of dignity and leave forever behind the irrespon- sibilities of youth. Friday morning found the Seniors attired in every imagin- able kind of childhood garb from sneakers and T-shirts to pinafores and bonnets. Armed with sling shots, spit balls and all day suckers, they descended upon their professors with all the fervor of first graders. In Mrs. Pepperdene's 9:30 class the little girls were engaged in playing "Farmer in the Dell" and left Mrs. Pepperdene herself standing alone as the "cheese." When she courageously attempt- ed to calm them down with the Canterbury Tales she was ,beseiged by flying objects and water guns and overwhelmed by the strains of a well-concealed music box! These youthful seniors con- tinued their antics in Friday's chapel where they recounted scenes from past college years using Eloise as the theme. Such past glories re-enacted were the winning of the Black Cat song contest in 1959, the Scholar- ship trophy in 1959 and the "privi- lege" to single date as freshmen. By Friday afternoon most of the enthusiasm had worn itself out, and the "little girls" were ready to leave the gay abandonment of youth behind and enter into the woild of adulthood. Agnes Scott Faculty Forms Study Group This year Agnes Scott faculty members are meeting at Dean Kline's home for a series of in- formal study groups. The first of these meetings was held on October 21. "Two Cultures and the Science Revolution" by C. P. Snow was the subject of discus- sion that night. Faculty members have an oppor- tunity at these meetings to discuss ideas and different areas of cir- riculum. Hearn's Jewelry Co. 131 Sycamore St. China Crystal Sterling Silver* Watches Diamonds Watch and Jewelry Repair Dr. 7-5133 Decatur, Ga. "Little girls" pose prettily during their last fling before being in- vested as responsible seniors. "Wise Blood/ 1 F tannery O'Connor Will Lead Discussion Group at Festival One of the events of the Fine Arts Festival will be a panel discussion featuring Flannery O'Connor, young novelist and short story writer from Georgia. Miss O'Connor's work reflects stern moral judgment and deep religious faith. She mirrors the re- gion in which she was born and reared. "My people could come from anywhere," she told Harvey Breit in an interview (New York Times Book Review) , "but naturally since I know the South they speak with a Southern accent." The young author received her education in Milledgeville, Georgia, where she still lives on a farm. She attended Peabody High School and received her B. A. de- gree from Georgia State College for Women in 1945, with a major xn social sciences. From G.S.C.W., Miss O'Connor went to the .University of Iowa in Iowa City where for the next two years she studied creative writing under Paul Engle, earning her M.F.A. in 1947. Her stories have appeared in such magazine as Accent, Parti- san Revieiu, Kenyon Review, Se- wanee Review, Harper's Bazaar DICKSON'S Across From the Decatur Theater and Mademoiselle. Her first novel, appeared in 1952. Ten of her short stories were collected a few years later in "A Good Man is Hard to Find and Other Stories." Included in this volume was "A Circle in the Fire," which won second prize in 1955 in the annual O. Henry Awards. In 1957 another short story, "Greenleaf," received the same honor. , Miss O'Connor was a Kenyon Review fellow in 1954-55. In 1957 she was awarded a grant from the National Academy of Arts and Letters. Currently, she is working on her second novel. She relaxes by raising chickens. painting and Language Scholars Hold Joint Meeting A classical language faculty din- ner was held at Agnes Scott last night. General business was conducted with members coming from the University of Georgia, Georgia State, Emory-at-Oxford and the Columbia Seminary. Campus Grill Students Always Welcome Open 6 o. m. Close 12 p. m. 7 Davs A Week 106 N. McDonough Ave. DR 3-3511 f I ISTABHSHtD 1912 JEWELRY COMPANY H..OIO m M * M mcb " 1S MITCHELL ST. S. W. ATLANTA, OA. JA. 4-750$ 6 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, November 9, 1960 Bring Shoe Troubles To Clairmont Shoe Repair, Inc. 141 Clairmont Ave. DR 3-3676 Last week's rating remains the same Seniors, Juniors, Fresh- men and Sophomores, respectively. Maybe the games between the sis- ter teams on Friday will change the scene. Seniors Lead In Hockey Race; Jones Praizes Stone, Freeman By LELIA JONES Undoubtedly the most exciting hockey game to date pitted the Juniors against the Seniors last Friday. The crowd, be- tween bites of candied apples, cheered wildly as the ball scooted back and forth down the field. In the first half neither team could manage a goal. Lucy Schow's bid, one of many by both sides, was squelched by the yellow and white block. Nancy Stone managed to way- lay an almost certain goal by Marijke Klein- ^ Wassink. The tide changed in the sec- ond half as the Seniors came through with terrific team- work. Sparked by Betsy Dalton who made each goal, the Seniors twice brought the ball from deep in Junior territory to make the score 2-0. The aroused Juniors, determined not to be left out in the cold, re- taliated largely through the efforts of Caroline Askew and Marijke. They broke down the Stone wall to make the score 2-1. On that high note the game ended the Seniors still on top. A little less coordinated but still full of tense enthusiasm was the Soph-Frosh game. Repetitious of their first game, the score at the outcome was 0-0. This deadlock was indicative of the whole game, although the Freshmen made the strongest bids to score. Outstanding in this game was Sophomore goalie Annabelle Free- man. Confronted twice with at least five Freshmen, she managed to kick the ball out of bounds. How anyone down on her knees face to face with hockey sticks chopping at a ball somewhere in a mass of feet can accomplish this is beyond my comprehension. The Sophs held off the fine playing of Julie Norton, Jeannie Whitaker and Sylvia Thorne with players such as Ann Har- desty, Ann Debele, Nancy Rose and Ina Jones. In each game the players who always seem to shine continued their brilliant tactics. SPORTS CALENDAR Wednesday, Nov. 9 4-Open Swimming 4- Junior Hockey 5- Senior and Sophomore Hockey Thursday, Nov. 10 4-Open Swimming 4- Freshman Hockey 5- Sophomore Hockey Friday, Nov. 11 4-Open Swimming 4-Hockey Games Monday, Nov. 14 4-Open Swimming 4- Junior and Freshman Hockey 5- Senior Hockey Tuesday, Nov. 15 3- Open Archery 4- Open Swimming Sue Dixon prepares to shove off as physics class members Carolyn Craft, Marion Greene, Margaret Ann Shuggart, India Kemp and Dottie Burns measure the horsepower of an Agnes Scott bicycle. ASC Mock Vote Indicates High Interest As Compared To Area College Balloting By FRANCES ANDERSON The student elections and polls taken in universities and colleges of the Atlanta area reveal that Agnes Scott's ex- hibited interest in the campaign ran far higher than any other institutions. Emory University was the only ed Kennedy. About half of the CA Opens Pro jects To Freshman Class Freshmen are now allowed to participate actively in Christian Association service projects, vice- president Susan Abernathy an- nounced. Susan sees "a need to have all students enter into community activity before they begin to feel complacent about their lives at Agnes Scott." She hopes there will be more emphasis on giving of time, but "most important, of self." "One shouldn't say, 4 I want to work with little children because they give me pleasure.' The stress should be on being a friend to the child for his sake." Over 200 freshmen responded to a questionnaire seeking their inter- est, distributed after a class meet- ing introducing the projects. other institution that had an elec- tion. Only 800 students voted in the mock election which Kennedy won by a slim majority of 37 votes. Tech, Spellman and Clark ran polls. At Tech 434 students were questioned and 236 favored Nixon while 198 were for Kennedy. This poll is only a random sam- pling of student (opinion. Spellman's poll gave a better over-all picture of student opinion. 174 were for Kennedy and 114 were for Nixon. These figures are more reliable in terms of trends as there are 623 enrolled. One student's opinion separated the results at Clark. 190 favored Nixon and 189 favor- PRINTING Business Stationery Personal Stationery Announcements Placards Your Particular Job the Way You Want It New Era Publishing Co. 124 Atlanta Ave. DR. 3-5785 The independent college belongs to those who be- lieve in it. It can have no other ownership. It has flourished through the centuries because every generation raises up people who understand its power for good. Rooted in this faith, steadfast, humane, the inde- pendent college abides as a citadel of the unfettered mind and spirit. A6NES SCOn COLLEGE Founded 1889 Am independent liberal arts college for women of highest rank academically, located in the Atlanta metropolitan area. institution's 854 students were poll- ed. Only at Scott where 511 out of a community of approximately 700 can the results be considered statistically accurate. Originals of "Agnes Scott News" pictures will be on sale for five cents each in the News room from 6-8 p.m. every Monday night. Simply Wonderful Sportswear OPEN DAILY 9:305:30 133 Sycamore St. "On The Square" In Decatur "C0t" IS A ftCOItTCfttD T*AD-WA*K. COrrBIOMT O 188 TMt COCA-COIA COMmm. Cheerless leader Not a "rah rah" left in him! He's just discovered there's no more Coke. And a cheer leader without Coke is as sad as a soap opera. To put the sparkle back in his eye somebody! bring him a sparkling cold Coca-Cola! BE REALLY REFRESHED tiled under authority of The Coco-Cola Company by THE ATLANTA COCA-COLA BOTTLING COMPANY Play Fires Party Weekend Lynne Denton models her Fall Frolics frock. By LINDA LENTZ Mardi Gras spirit will invade the Agnes Scott campus Novem- ber 18 and 19, as dates and friends arrive from far and near to enjoy the biggest fall week-end, Fall Frolics. Sponsored jointly by Social Council and Athletic Association, the overall chairman for Fall Frolics is Pam Sylvester. Anne Modlin, who is serving as vice- chairman, says that she hopes all will come and have a good time. The activities will begin with the Blackfriars, Drama Tech production, "The Skin of Our Teeth." Thornton Wilder's Pulit- zer Prize play will be performed in Gaines Chapel at 8:30 Friday evening. Following the play, a coffee fi- nanced by Fall Frolics and under the direction of Lower House will be held in the Hub. All are invited. A jam session featuring the Ray Stevens Combo will take place in the Hub Saturday afternoon from 3:30 until 5. Ray Stevens and his novelty soloists played for the Freshman Dance at the beginning of the year. Virginia Allen and the decora- tions committee plan to create in the gymnasium, the scene of the big dance, a Mardi Gras atmosphere unequaled in New Orleans. Albert Coleman and his orches- tra will play for the dance begin- ning at 8 p.m. Donuts and coffee will be served in Walters Base- ment from 11:30 until 12:30. Dot Porcher, ticket chairman, says that tickets will be sold through Friday from 9-9:30 a.m. and from 3:45-4:15 p.m. in the Mail Room. Saturday, tickets may be pur- chased from 12-12:30. The price for the dance and jam session is $1.50 per couple; admission to the jam session alone is 50 cents. Other committee chairmen working on Fall Frolics are Ann Peagler, who is in charge of en- tertainment, and Janice Henry, who is responsible for publicity. Jane Weltch is in charge of re- freshments; clean-up chairman is Anne Thomas. Those interested in dates should see Lillian Smith, dates chairman. The Aqnes Scott News VOL. XL VI AGNES SCOTT COLLEGE, DECATUR, GEORGIA, Wednesday, November 16, 1960 No. 7 Margaret Roberts, as Mrs. Antrobus in the Blackfriars - Drama Tech production "Skin of Our Teeth/' plays an emotional scene with Cecilia Turnage as Gladys. The scene comes in the climactic third act of the Thornton Wilder drama. Blackfriars, Drama Tech Join Farces In 'Skin of Our Teeth', Publicity By LYNNE LAMBERT For their annual fall production Agnes Scott's Blackfriars have joined forces with Drama Tech to produce Thornton Wilder's "The Skin of Our Teeth.'' On last Friday and Saturday nights the play was presented at Theater Atlanta and will be presented in Gaines this Friday, November 18, at 8:30 p.m. as a part of Fall Frolics weekend. Tickets may be obtained from Betty Bellune. Carey Bowen, Ruth Shepherd, Muses; Cecilia Turnage, Gladys (daughter). any Blackfriars' member. Agnes Scott and Tech students have been working on this produc- tion since the first of October. As. one Tech student said, "Organized chaos has been the result of com- bined Tech and Scott forces." "The Skin of Our Teeth" is the allegorical story of Mr. and Mrs. Human Being and their journey through time. Directors Directing the play is Mrs. Mary Nell Santacroce, and working with her is Miss Roberta Winter as business director. Committee heads from both schools have been meeting con- tinually over the past six weeks to keep things running smoothly. Those representing Agnes Scott are: Linda Lentz, costumes; Helen Linton, House chairmaTi; Jo Allison Smith, lights; Ann Wood, make-up; Carey Bowen, publicity; Virginia Johnson, properties; Guthrie Lem- mon, scenery; Mary Jane Moore, programs; and Marion Fortson, stage manager. Cast The cast is composed of 30 members among whom are Brock Hanna as Sabina (maid) ; Mar- garet Roberts, Mrs. Antrobus (Mrs. Human Being) ; Mr. D. A Polychrome, Tech professor, Mr. Others are Jerry Russo, Henry (brother); Ice Age representatives, Edna McLain (Mammoth) and Mickey North (Dinosaur); Kaki White, fortune teller; Anne Thomas, costume designer (in play); Jo Allison Smith, Beth Hughston, Cindy Hind, convention members. Cindy also plays the part of Miss Fairvveather's maid. The set has been described as most difficult. Objects are seen to fly across the stage, and as one of the actors said, "The whole set could fall apart and still be in character with the play." Publicity Stunts Prior to the Theater Atlanta pre- sentation Molly Dotson and Carey Bowen resorted to publicity stunts. On Thursday morning at 7:30 a.m. they appeared on the steps of the Tech P. O. wearing big ticket hats and selling tickets to the early Tech risers. Friday afternoon found them parading down Peachtree pushing an old beach cart attired in old- fashioned bathing suits. Publicity has also appeared in the Journal and Constitution, on radio and on The next issue of : THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS J will be published December 7. Council Launches Self-Study Plans Representative Council at a meeting Wednesday approved the formation of two student activities linked to the Self- Study program the college is undertaking for affirmation of accreditation by the Southern Association. The first item approved, subject to the vote of the student body at its meeting tomorrow, was the formation of a student Curriculum Committee. Dean C. Benton Kline explained that the projected function of the committee will be to submit annual written reports to the faculty Cur- riculum Committee, which has the authority to change the curricu- lum. Curriculum Committee The report would include evalua- tion of present course offerings, course contents and course levels. It would also propose additional areas of study. It was suggested that the cur- rent committee consist of five seniors, three juniors and one or two sophomores. The second item approved was a student Self-Study Committee. Self-Study This group would direct self- study of each campus organiza- tion, student evaluation of the college's success and student atti- tudes toward areas of college life ad infinitum. It would function from Winter Quarter of this year until the fall of 1962, when the committee from the Southern Association makes its visitation. Representative Council appointed Tricia Walker, Mortar Board Presi- dent, head of the committee. Early in 1961 a junior will be nominated to the faculty Self-Study commit- tee as head of the project during 1961-*62. "We need one of your best people," Dean Kline told the council. Folk Music Sarah Adams, junior day stu- dent, presented tentative plans for a Folk Music Group. Representative Council voted to extend the privileges and responsi- bilities of an authorized organiza- tion, but withheld officially incor- porating it into campus activities pending indications of longevity. Freshman Bacot Paints Scott Friends, Sketches People In Various Attitudes Lucia Bacot, a freshman from Conway, South Carolina, spends much of her spare time painting and sketching friends at Scott. 'Portraits aren't the only thing a year in highschool. I sion; it's academic. I'm learning 'Now it's more trran a diver- 1 more about sqmething I love." she reports. "I en- people in various working, relaxing, Antrobus (Mr. Human Being) ; T. V. I like to do,' joy painting situations sitting. Lucia adds that people are "so interesting, much more so than Slall-lSe composition." "I always do best on people I want to draw/' Lucia says. "You can't draw what you're not familiar with. "A writer can't write effectively about something that is strange to him; such creation is empty, not real." Lucia has done three paintings, oils of Molly Schwab, Nancy Bat- son and Ann Beard, and five other sketches. Having been interested in art oil her life, Lucia took lessons for Molly Schwab poses tait. 2 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, November 16, 1960 'Sorry, . . . No Lines' "I've wasted 50 cents already trying to get you." "I've been trying to call you all afternoon (it's now 7 p.m.) to see if you'd like to gg out to dinner, but I guess by now you've eaten." "Sorry, there are no lines." "I have two calls waiting for this exten- sion. Would you postpone your call?" "When is a good time to call? Scott's im- possible to get, those lines stay so busy." There are 15 outside lines on the switch- board. There are 95 extensions. Thirty-five of these serve the dormitories, day student room and Hub. Each outside line serves 43 students. Each extension serves an average of 19 students. During the day, of course, there are more ex- tensions in use. During the day there is one outside line for every 50 people on campus faculty, staff and students. Furthermore, the "Dial 9" phones on campus use the out- side lines on the switchboard. The number of "Dial 9" phones could not be obtained, but there are at least 15. The situation is crucial. We tested the situation one night by trying to call the campus every ten minutes between 9:00 and 10:30. We got the operator for three out of ten times- We got the desired extension once. We must all miss opportunities to date occasionally sim- ply because we are inaccessible by telephone. And almost everybody could cite one instance where she was incon- venienced because her date couldn't let her know what time he'd pick her up, or what she should wear. And out of 645 of us struggling for one of 15 outside lines, somebody is bound to miss the boy she planned to ask to Fall Frolics. We're not asking for private lines in our rooms, like the new Emory dorms have available. We do feel, however, that the phone problem should be realized in all its enormity. We feel that we should con- vince the telephone company that our problem is big and bad and real. Perhaps enlarged service could be financed through por- tions of the tuition increase. In any event, we recommend action. The sooner, the better. E.T. 30-Minute Crab-bag Time 10:30 a.m. Place Gaines Chapel. Purpose Wednesday Convocation. Case in point Laura Lateness who flies into chapel at 10:31, speeds down the aisle, screeches to a halt before row abc, clambers over six other Scotties to her seat in the middle of the row, plops down noisely and lets her books drop on the floor from an altitude of two or three feet. If perchance she is unsure of her seat num- ber, she stands like a gallant explorer trying to determine her relative position amidst a sea of faces. Most others turn their attention from the speaker and gaze at her in amuse- ment. Case in point Suzy Sweater-Letter who is always on time for Convocation because that allows her ten extra minutes in addition to the 30 alloted in which she can knit or write letters. If she budgets her time wisely, carefully working through the announcements, prayers and featured speaker, she can write a letter, address, stamp and seal it all in one handy dandy 15-minute period. Then with 20 minutes left, she can knit four or five more rows on her sweater. Her needles fall to* the floor with a loud ping and roll gently under the seat in front of her. She noisily stoops and retrieves them with a loud "ugh." Re- member convocation or no convocation, this sweater must be finished by Christmas! Case in point Iris Intellectual just must study for that chemistry quiz. She lowers her head in an air of deep con- centration. But beneath that guise lurks the ever-present book. She flashes that "interested look" occasionally and then loudly turning pages submerges herself again. While this may be amusing to some, the fact remains that such actions on the part of a large number of the students are reflections of immaturity, irresponsibility and incon- sideration. We are required to go to chapel only once a week this half hour being set aside for important announcements, wor- ship and a featured speaker. It is simply common courtesy to be on time and to listen attentively during this time. The problem will be solved only through individual re- sponsibility and a sense of consideration, or, in cases of unavoidable lateness, by sitting in the balcony. To quote last week's letter to the editor, "Chapel manners are signs of our maturity. If this is the case, some Scotties have a lot of growing up to do!" N.B. Critic Praises 'Skin of Teeth' By ELLEN MIDDLEBROOKS Bouquets, more bouquets, all bouquets to you, Blackfriars and Drama Tech for a splendid per- formance of Thornton Wilder' s "The Skin of Our Teeth." In honesty I admit that I en- tered Theatre Atlanta Saturday night dressed in my most critical attitude so determined was I not to allow my natural fondness for Blackfriars to bias my opinion of this production. Yet after the first act I found myself swept out of the world of the frenzied activity that I knew from past experience was going on backstage and the fa- miliar faces of schoolmates to an almost professional "theatre" atmosphere. The play showing mankind in his beginning, his end and his begin- ning again, is written on several levels and the alternate meshing and delineating of the strata pro- vide food for serious thought as well as hilarious entertainment. Brock Hanna as Sabina, the de- lightful maid, is sparkling and Margaret Roberts turns out a wonderful performance as Mrs. Antrobus the mother of all men. Mr. Antrobus is brilliantly played by a Tech professor. Kaki White's vocal technique as the "witch" fortune teller de- serves sincere commendation. The boys from Drama Tech were very good, especially Jerry Russo as the Antrobus' son, and the stage manager within the play. Technically one couldn't have asked for better sound or light and as for the sets and costumes well I can't go on at least not without a Thesaurus but take it from me this is a play you can't miss. Hershberger Likes Tours; 'Paris Is First Lore Now' Dear Scotties, I really don't know where to start in sending you "greet- ings from the Continent." Here I am in Paris now, and it's unbelievably fabulous. I'm so very much in love with France, the country, the people all of it. Of course I miss so many things that I was used to in the States, like baths (we are allowed two a week and during the six weeks in Tours there was usually only enough hot water for one). I miss heat when it's at least freezing in our room, and it takes longer to get bundled up for bed than to go out doors. I miss skirts of a normal length I spent the summer taking mine up, disillu- sioned as I was because I still look like something out of the 18th century. Last but not least, I miss a good old American breakfast of eggs, cereal, bacon and orange juice; these croissants and cof- fee don't go very far. Our family in Tours was mag- nificent. There were five of us in an eighteenth century chateau, filled to the brim 'with antiques since that was the Cheron's busi- ness. I was even scared to turn on the light because everything was so fragile, old, and beautiful. Their property would practi- cally cover Decatur and we had every imaginable sort of vege- table from the gardens plus our own vineyard. One of the big events of our stay there was the vendange when 20 boys and girls from our group and 20 French friends of Henri, the Cheron's son, all came out to pick the grapes which we pro- ceeded to stomp on barefooted in real native fashion. It was only one of the many times when I felt like a part of Internationally Speaking Staggering Problems Lie In Wake of Voting Chaos By HARRIET SMITH "The problems facing the next President are staggering . . . the election is not the end of the story, it is the beginning. The after-party carnival debris will festoon America Nov. 9, but under it will be all America's unsolved problems.. The next President must try to sweep it up. "At home there is talk of a busi ness turndown. Something must be done to block gold from going abroad in an unfavorable trade balance. Unemployment is up . . . The country must walk the tight- line between inflation and re- cession. "Abroad. no President in peacetime faced such complex problems. Will there be a sum- mit conference? Can anything be done about dis- armament ? . . at the United Nations the uncom- mitted countries in a year or so may vote to let Communist China join the club. "Does this mean the United States will walk out walk out of an organization a world war brought into being? And how about Cuba? 'The new President . . . stands alone ... he is the top executive standing in exquisite loneliness. "No story in history ever con- cludes with the words 'the end/ It is always x to be continued/ " These selections from an article in Christian Science Monitor, Nov. 8, by Richard Stout give a per- ceptive analysis of the situation America and her President face in the next four years. One man, one party is incap- able of dealing with these seri- ous problems. It must be the work of a united America. The excitement and clamor of the election is over; the time for clear thinking and sober hard work has come. As Americans we are never asked to withhold honest dis- agreement or to suppress deep- stated convictions. That is the essence of a democratic system. a picture post card because the things I'm doing are what we read about or see in a movie but you never really think you could be a part of. We were three miles from Tours and made the trip in every day along the Loire River on our bicycles. You've never seen such muscles as I've cultivated in my legs, but I'm really thankful for the exer- c.sc every time I try to put on a skirt which no longer seems to be my size. We had two absolute banquets a day, the most delicious food and more of it than I've seen in my life. I could write a book about the wonderful trips I took while there, throughout the whole Loire Valley and up through northern France. I saw all the famous chateaux Chenonceaux, Chamboard, Azay le Rideau, Blois ... and about ten others, the cathedrals of Chartres and Rouen, to Mont. St. Michel and to the coast of Brittany for weekends how I love it all! I i could go on and on about the picturesque towns unchanged since the 12th century, the lovely little houses each with its own garden, the old peasant women, the coun- try farmers, they, too, unchanged by the centuries. And Paris, although at first all I wanted to do was go back to Tours, is my first love now. Our apartment is ten minutes from the Champs Elysee and the Arc de Triomph- and five in the other direction from the Seine. In one week I've seen enough to fill a book (and walked that much, too!). You walk and walk, along the grand boulevards with their elegant shops, through the Latin Quarter to the Sorbonne or the Ecole du Louvre in the narrow streets crowded with treasure- filled boutiques. The theatre, the art, the opera and ballet, the relics and master- pieces of centuries past and the greats of the future are all around me, and I only wish each of you could be here to enjoy it, too. I'm thinking of you all, and all you're doing. From the news I've gotten from Scott, you're having a wonderful year, too. I wish I could write everybody, but since I can't, I'll say one great big "MISS YOU" and do let me hear from you when you get a chance. My love, Ann Gale Byrd, Hind to Read At B.O.I. Meeting Joan Byrd and Cindy Hind will be contributors at the November 17 monthly fireside meeting of B. O. Z. Gathering at the home of Miss Preston, the literary club discusses fictional works of two of its mem- bers, striving for continuity of idea and directness of approach. The Agnes Scott News Published weekly except holidays and examination periods, by the students of Agnes Scott College. Office on second floor Murphey Candler Building. Entered as second class matter at the Decatur, Georgia, post office. Subscription price per year $2.00: single copy, 10 cents. Editor Managing Editor .... ESTHER THOMAS MARY JANE MOORE Wednesday, November 16, 1960 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS 3 Singers Learn Foreign Tunes The campus folk singing group, headed by Sarah Adams, met for the third time last Wednesday night. Several new songs one from the Appalachian mountains, a Scottish minstrel ballard, and English sea chanty, a Hebrew anthem, and an ancient Russian folk tune were introduced to the members. Two churches in the Atlanta area havd asked the group to do a selection of Christmas carols for one of their Christmas services. At future meetings each member is asked to present one of her favorite ancient folk carols. There are also plans to have accomplished folk singers perform as guests of the club. BAILEY'S Shoe Shop 58 Years In Decatur Look At Your Shoes 142 Sycamore Street Missy Reeder, Margaret Moses, Sue Aspinall. Class of '64 Elects Moses fo Top Office Excitement ran high in the fresh- man class meeting as they elect ed class officers for the year. Margaret Moses from Columbia, South Carolina heads the class. The two Exec, members are Sue Aspinall, Montgomery, Alabama; and Missy Reeder, Concord, North Carolina. Lack of time cut the elections short. The rest of the class officers will be elected in next week's class meeting. DECATUR CO-OP CABS 24 HR. SERVICE Radio Dispatch Call DR 7-1701 DR 7-3866 STUDENT TRAVEL... STUDENTS CAN AFFORD I 40 ITINERARIES featuring : Western & Eastern Europe Scandinavia Africa South America Japan round-the-world 54-80 days $825-$2,200 TRAVEL-STUDY PROGRAMS some scholarship assistance available 40-70 days $875-^1,080 SPRING VACATION TRIPS Bermuda Puerto Rico Hawaii from $195 STUDENT TRAVEL PUBLICATIONS International Student ID Card $ .50 Hostels & Restaurants Handbook 1.00 Work, Study, Travel Abroad 1.00 U. S. NATIONAL STUDENT ASSOCIATION Educational Travel, Inc., Dept. cn JS&^S^ 20 West 38th Street, New York 18, New York ^^S^ OXford 5-5070 "USSSA s a non-projit organization serving the American student community" DIAMONDS SAVE UP TO 50%. FROM DIRECT IMPORTS AND SACRIFICE SOURCES EXQUISITELY DESIGNED DIAMOND JEWELRY SEND FOR FREE DIAMOND AND GIFT CATALOG A-196 A REGISTERED MONEY BACK GUARANTEE CERTIFICATE WITH EACH PURCHASE Alston Cites Faculty Salaries As Big Factor In Tuition Hike Beginning with the 1961-62 ses- sion, the Board of Trustees has authorized an increase in tuition of $200, making the total charges $1875 for a boarding student and $925 for a day student. Rising costs of college and uni- versity operation and the necessity for higher faculty salaries have made the tuition increase impera- tive. The total cost to the college per student for the 1959-60 session was $2,176.74; during the current 1960-61 session, it is carefully esti- mated at $2,360.35. Both years, the charges have remained $1,675. Faculty Salaries Dr. Alston stated in an inter- view, "Agnes Scott needs to pro- ceed with a program, we began years ago of improving our facul- ty salaries and fringe benefits to faculty and staff members. "It is a matter of doing' justice to fine men and women who are devoting their lives to education, and it is essential strategy for building a great college. Medical Program "Agnes Scott has adopted a fine medical program and the raise in tuition will enable the college to provide this service for the facul- William H. Rice 111 Sycamore Street Decatur, Ga. Cards, Toys, Party Supplies, Stationery, Wedding Invitations Having a Party? Paper Napkins - Matches Monogrammed To Order One Day Service ty." Other fringe benefits which will be provided for by this money will be improvements in the fa- cilities for the library. Student Aid The college has made this move re ] uctantly because it does not want to see Agnes Scott priced out of the income of anyone. Those who will, because of the tuition change, find it essential to apply for financial aid for the first time, or for an increase in the amount currently held, are assured of every consideration by the Scholarship Committee. Dr. Alston stated that the re- sponse to the letter sent to the parents has been understanding and indicates an awareness of the college's position in regard to this matter. Students are requested to con- sult the bulletin board outside room 102 Buttrick for full in- formation about the proposed tui- tion change. Students To Attend A. C. P. Convention Attending the convention of the Association of Collegiate Publica- tions will be representatives from two Agnes Scott publications. The convention will be held in Chicago, November 21-23. The Agnes Scott News will send two Assistant Editors, Lucy Schow and Carole Jackson. Representing the Silhouette, col- college yearbook, will be Nancy Nelms, Spirit Editor; Betty Sue Wyatt, Business Manager, Kay Gilliland, Production Editor, and Susan Alexander, Class Editor. DICKSON'S Across From the Decatur Theater We Have A Souvenir For You Please Come By To Get It. FAIRVIEW FLOWER SHOP 307 CHURCH STREET DRake 7-4913 DRake 3-4922 DECATUR CAKE BOX Belle Miller Florist - Baker - Caterer 112 Clairmont Avenue Decatur, Ga. 10% Discount on Birthday Cakes for Agnes Scott Girls Saucy Maid Sabina, played by Brock Hanna, plots seduction of Mr. Antrobus. Lower House Adds 11, Elects Still, Robertson Lower House recently added 11 new members from the freshman class and elected two new officers. Members of Lower House, a di- vision of the Student Government Association, represent each dorm- atory hall or wing and each cot- tage. They bring ideas from girls on their respective halls. Elected from Inman were Ann Foster, Ann Beard and Molly Snead; from Main, Polly Paine, Mary Mac Mitchell and Mary Lou Laird. Representing Rebecca are Spanky Dickerson, Eleanor Lee, Marion Smith and Betty Hood. Day Student representative is Jane Griffin. Working with Chairman Ann Thompson are newly chosen offi- cers Sandy Still, secretary, and Kay Robertson, treasurer. Lower House members are re- sponsible for the Second Hand Book Store, mimeograph ma- chine, sewing machine, record player in Main, workshop in Campbell and all fire drills. Saturday, November 12, Lower House held a retreat at Miss Scandrett's to discuss plans for the year. HearrTs Jewelry Co. 131 Sycamore St. China Crystal Sterling Silver Watches Diamonds Watch and Jewelry Repair Dr. 7-5133 Decatur, Ga. Campus Grill Students Always Welcome Open 6 o. m. Close 12 p. m. 7 Days A Week 106 N. McDonough Ave. DR 3-3511 ESTABLISHED 1912 Ciu#et\& JEWELRY COMPANY harolo iMAN. mgr. ,9$ *ITCHEU ST. S. W. ATLANTA, GA. JA. 4-7505 4 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, November 16, 1960 Juniors Capture Swimming Title As Three Existing Records Fall For the third consecutive year the Class of '62 has won the annual swimming meet. The Freshman team, however, kept the victory unsure until the last race was over. In the second half of the meet the Frosh steadily added points but were still three points .behind when the final score was tallied. The official results were: Juniors in first place with 43 points, the Freshmen second with 40 points, the Sophomores third and the Sen- iors fourth. In the course of the meet three pool records were broken. Records Sue Aspinall, a talented Fresh- man, splashed to a record-breaking time in the 40-yard Freestyle and won the 60-yard Individual Med- ley. Breaking the 40-yard Backstroke mark was the time made by Marianna Guion, one of Sue's teammates. Sophomore Lelia Jones set a new record in the 40 Breast- stroke 4 The Juniors, managed by Lyn Horn, placed first in three events. Ethel Gilmore won the form event in Freestyle. The other victories credited to the Juniors are the 60- yard Medley Relay and the 80-yard Freestyle Relay. Freshmen In addition to the three wins mentioned earlier the Class of '64 also chalked up two more firsts. Janet Hodge won the Sidestroke for form and Karen Baxter, the Breaststroke for form. Lynn Cole won the form event in Backstroke for the Sophs; and Anne Broad, for the fourth time, won the Diving. Judges Nancy Stone announced the meet. Judges were Miss Beverly Cox and Dr. Jean Jacobs from Georgia State College for Women and Miss Barbara Ames from Emory. Visit or Phone WATSON PHARMACY For Prompt Delivery DR 3-1665 YOUR NEAREST DRUG STORE Freshman Sue Aspinall catches her breath after breaking the 40-yard freestyle record at 23.4 seconds. French Announces Latest Drive Totals Mr. William French, director of the Agnes Scott fund-raising cam- paign, is leading the college closer to the $4,500,000 objective goal. He says that money received from cash gifts and pledges at the area meetings, added to indepen- dent i contributions, now totals approximately $4,200,000. Bring Shoe Troubles To Clairmont Shoe Repair, Inc. 141 Clairmont Ave. DR 3-3676 Smoking Survey Finds 93% Approve Smoker The smoking survey filled out by Agnes Scott students earlier in the quarter has been computed and presented to the Administration. The results of the survey show that 48 9r of the campus smokes. 93 7< of the entire campus-, both smokers and non-smokers, are in favor of a study smoker; and 907r of the campus feel there is a need for some place for dates on campus to smoke other than the Hub. Co-operation The administration was interest- ed in the results of the survey and impressed by the great number of replies. Over 400 people answered. The Administration recognizes the great need for a study smoker and plans to aid the committee in every way possible in finding a suitable place, Lelia Jones, com- mittee head, commented. Simply Wonderful Sportswear OPEN DAILY 9:305:30 133 Sycamore St. "On The Square" In Decatur PRINTING Business Stationery Personal Stationery Announcements Placards Your Particular Job the Way You Want It New Era Publishing Co. 124 Atlanta Ave. DR. 3-5785 The independent college belongs to those who be- lieve in it. It can have no other ownership. It has flourished through the centuries because every generation raises up people who understand its power for good. Rooted in this faith, steadfast, humane, the inde- pendent college abides as a citadel of the unfettered mind and spirit. AGNES SCOn COLLEGE Founded 1889 An independent liberal arts college for women of highest rank academically, located in the Atlanta metropolitan area. Shoup Will Lecture On Atom, Radiation Dr. C. S. Shoup, chief of the Biology Branch of the Research and Development Division of the Atomic Energy Commission, will speak in chapel Friday. , His topic is "The Peaceful Uses of Atomic Power." Dr. Shoup did his undergraduate work at Centenary College and re- ceived his Ph.D. in Physiology from Princeton University in 1929. After teaching at both Prince- ton and Vanderbilt, he joined the staff of the Atomic Energy Commission operations in Oak Ridge, Tennessee in 1950. In his present capacity, Dr. Shoup is in charge of making research grants in medicine and biology in the Southeast. Before speaking in chapel, Dr. Shoup will talk to the Embryology 306 class at 9:30 a.m. in Room 114, Campbell Hall. His lecture topic to the class concerns the application of radi- ation techniques. Scott Group To Participate In Philosophy Paper Talks Agnes Scott will be host this year for the annual Philosophy Colloquium on February 26 and 27. Undergraduate philosophy stu- dents from Agnes Scott. Emory, the University of the South (Sewanee), the University of Chat- tanooga will meet to read and to discuss philosophy papers submit- ted by them on "Marxism." the topic selected for this year. Last year Agnes Scott students for the first time submitted a paper. Papers Discussed Papers will be read in the after- noon and then discussed in the evening at a student forum. Dean C. Benton Kline and the department of philosophy are con- ducting study groups on "Marxism" during the fall guarter for students participating in the colloquium. The first session is planned for next Wednesday night. The time will be posted on the bulletin board. Flattering Hair Cuts Soft Fluffy Permanents Call For Appointment Jerry's Beauty Salon One Block From School 215 Church Street DR. 3-5361 "COKC" IS A RCQISTERCD TRAOC-MARK. CO^WIO* f 1958 THE COCA-COLA COMPAW Elementary... my dear Watson! From the nappy look on your physiog, from the cheerful lift you seem to be enjoying, I deduce you are imbibing Coca-Cola. No mystery about why Coke is the world's favorite . . . such taste, such sparkle! Yes, my favorite case is always a case of Coke! BE REALLY REFRESHED Bottled under authority of The Coca-Cola Company by THE ATLANTA COCA-COLA BOTTLING COMPANY The Agnes Scott News VOL. XL VI AGNES SCOTT COLLEGE, DECATUR, GEORGIA, Wednesday, January 11, 1961 No. 8 Debate Tourney Draws 1 3 Schools 52 University Debaters Will Compete For Pi Alpha Phis All-South Trophies Dr. John Tumblin examines a scoop for wetting down the sail on a "jangade," a Northeastern Brazilian sailing raft borrowed from Goa in the 1600's and still in use. Tumblin To Speak Friday, Dissects Plight Of Brazil Dr. John Tumblin, Visiting Professor in Sociology and Anthropology, will speak in chapel Friday on the economic and social problems of contemporary Brazil. Dr. Tumblin arrived in Decatur during Christmas from the "huge and disjointed nation" where he has served on the Baptist Foreign Mission Board since 1956. Born in Brazil, Dr. Tumblin spent his first 16 years in the country where his father was a Baptist minister. He finished high school in the United States, served in the Navy, and completed his undergraduate course at Wake Forest College. Following graduate study he taught at Randolph-Macon Wom- an's College for five years, then returned to Recipe, Brazil. "There is a very strong demo- cratic idea in Brazil/' Dr. Tumb- lin reports, "but an essential economic problem hinders its development." "The expense of constructing the new capital of Brazilia in an already weak economy is a par- ticular problem." Friday chapel, which will dissect the plight of the country, will be followed by a slide lecture Jan. 19 on Brazilia, "a city that will pull the population inward and at the same time create a monetary predicament." Warren Opens Show In Atlanta Art Gallery Ferdinand Warren, chairman of the Agnes Scott art department and members of the National Academy of Design, will exhibit paintings and watercolors at At- lanta's New Arts Gallery, 3482 Peachtree Rd., N.E. The show opens Sunday, Jan. 15, at 2 p.m. and will continue through Feb. 7. His work may be seen daily from 11:30 a.m. 6 p.m. and Sunday from 2-6 p.m. The paintings will be exhibited in the gallery on third floor Buttrick until Feb. 14. Mr. Warren, who is a nationally known artist, is represented in the Metropolitan Museum of Art. New York City, and 16 other permanent public collections, as well as many private collections. Ward Reveals Charm Picture Are YOU a Charming Woman? This is the question Social Coun- cil is placing before the student body this week. Dean Judson C. Ward of Emory spoke in Convocation today pre- senting the qualities on which a woman builds external charm. Decorator This afternoon Miss Kay Rich- ards, '60, Southern decorator em- ployed by the Pacer in Atlanta, is holding a discussion on "Deco- rating on a Budget." Helpful suggestions on making an attractive, nearly-spacious home out of a three-room apart- ment will be given. The discussion will be in the East End Date Parlor in Main from 4-5 p.m. and will be very informal with time for questions concerning particular problems. Entertaining Thursday is entitled "Hostess Day" and features a chapel panel on entertaining for different ages. This afternoon Maier-Berkele, Atlanta Jewelers, is sponsoring a china and silver display with a qualified person from the firm present to answer questions. This is being held in the Mc- Kinney Date Parlor from 2-5 p.m. An Open House in the Hub Thursday night will climax the week. ACP Gives 'News' First Class Award "You keep on top of news events- especially current world and na- tional problems and display a high degree of journalism know-how" was the comment of the Associated Collegiate press judges in announc- ing that The Agnes Scott JSfews had captured a first class rating. The reviewers gave particularly favorable commendation to the headlines, stating that "they're ex- cellent 'salesmen' " and to the sports coverage. The newspaper captured excel- lent ratings in news sources, crea- tiveness, leads, copyreading, editor- ials, front page layout and typo- graphy. Very good ratings were received in coverage of news stories, style, features including speech and in- terview stories, editorial page fea- ures, editorial page makeup, sports display and photography. Walker Announces Proposed Charities Bebe Walker, money chairman for Junior Jaunt charity projects, has announced the nine charity organizations from which the Agnes Scott charities will be chosen in chapel January 12. They are War Orphans, World University Service, Georgia Men- tal Health Association and Ameri- can Medical Mission in Pakistan (led by an Agnes Scott alumna). Others include Jolly Home, an orphanage, Marion Howard School National Scholastic Fund for Negro Students, Dr. Tom Dooley's Mis- sion and The Migrant Ministry. For the past three years the University of South Carolina has copped the Best Over-All School award. In 1958 the University of South Carolina won every first place award. Other past winners include Tennessee Tech, Florida State Thirteen southern universities and colleges will participate in the All-Southern Inter- collegiate Debate Tournament to be held on the Agnes Scott campus Friday and Saturday, Jan. 13-14. The local debating society, Pi Alpha Phi, sponsors the event annually. University and Mercer Univer- sity. Competing this year are Emory University, . Georgia Tech, Birm- ingham-Southern College, Florida Slate University, University of South Carolina and David Lips- comb College, Middle Tennessee State College, Tennessee Tech, the University of South (Sewanee), Alabama Polytechnic Institute (Auburn), Vanderbilt University, University of Kentucky and Ag- nes Scott. As host college, Agnes Scott will not be eligible for awards, which include cups for the best individual debator and for the best over-all college team. Certificates will be awarded to the outstanding teams and col- leges participating in the tourna- ment. The public is invited to the five rounds of debate. Times for de- bates are Friday, 2-3 p.m., 4-5 p.m., and 7:30-8:30 p.m.; and Sat- urday, 9-10 a.m. and 10:45-11:45 a.m. Winners will be announced in the Hub Saturday at 1 p.m. Each school will bring two affirmative and two negative de- bators. Judges are debating coaches from 12 entering colleges and Agnes Scott faculty members. The question is Resolved: That the United States Adopt a System of Compulsory Health In- surance. Lucy Schow is Tournament Chairman. Committee heads are Faith Chao. Publicity; Alice Coffin, Social Activities; Edith Harrison, Judges; Lana Mueller and D'Etta Brown, Time Keepers; and Doris Sanders and Esther Thomas, Registration. Ellen Hines leads the organiza- tion as President of Pi Alpha Phi. Classes Elect Paine, Lusk, Shugart, Henry Representatives from each of the four classes have been selected to serve various positions for Junior Jaunt Week. Overall chair- man is Ellen Middlebrooks while Nancy Barrett is secretary. Elected as money chairman from the Senior class is Janice Henry. Junior chairman is Mar- garet Ann Shugart. Sophomores selected Mary Ann Lusk while Polly Paine serves as freshman money chair- man. Overall charities chairman is Bebe Walker. Production chairman for "Bell, Book, and Bedlam" is Ann Hutch- inson. Carey Bowen will direct the skits. Each class has selected a skit chairman: Ellen Hines, senior; Linda Lentz, junior; Nancy Duvall, sophomore; and Eleanor Lee, freshman. Lucy Schow is m charge of Suppressed Desires Day and the Monday chapel program. Dance chairman is Betsy Boatwright. Liv Gilbert heads the ticket committee for weekend activities. Handling publicity for Junior Jaunt is Anne Thomas and her committee: Germaine Calhoun, Peggy McGeachy and Lebby Rogers. McGill Will Speak In Chapel Tuesday Ralph McGill, Pulitzer Prize- winning publisher of The Atlanta Constitution, will be speaker in chapel Tuesday. Januarj' 17, as guest of Christian Association. Mr. McGill has accepted tenta- tively C. A.'s invitation to speak here on the condition that nothing unforseen arises. Suppressed Desires Day To Offer Inhibitions Outlet By CAROLE SUE JACKSON Suppressed Desires Day Jan. 16 will unleash a week of fun for charity, Junior Jaunt Chairman Ellen Middlebrooks announced. While the junior class traditionally sponsors the campus charity drive, each class competes in fund-raising activities. Suppressed Desires Day is an annual event releasing hidden wishes pent-up for a year. Sports clothes may be worn anywhere on campus, and faculty and staff members may be called by their first names (or nicknames!). The faculty elevator in Buttrick is given over to student use, as s the faculty dining room, and students may scream in the libra- ry (from 1-2 p.m.). Dates on Mon- day will not count as social en- gagements. Suppressed Desires Chairman Lucy Schow and her committee are creating a dramatic master- piece satirizing faculty members, called 'This Is Your Suppres- Senior Lucy Scales wears bermudas to the library to demonstrate (Continued on Page 2) a Suppressed Desire she plans to release Monday. 2 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, January 11, 1961 If You're Leaving... To you who are thinking about transferring: We thought about it, too. We were torn on the one hand by the academic rewards, by trusts and friendships on campus, by the fact that a B.A. from Agnes Scott was more of a passport than a diploma, by the bright lights of Atlanta. Those bright lights of Atlanta well, we didn't see them much. And when we did it was hardly worth the trouble with all that red tape. This tore us on the other hand hard. We decided to try to eliminate some of the red tape so we could meet some of Atlanta's vast numbers of educated, single, sharp men: then we wouldn't have to give up the nice things about Agnes Scott just because a steady diet of the campus was sickening. When we got to single date, it helped. ("You mean you ever had to double date?") 12:30 permission on week-ends did too. ("But Emory gets 1:30 every night.") Friends who had us out for the week-end were wonderful. ("You mean Mrs. Jones can't let you eat at my place even when 10 other people and a married couple will be there?") Parents broke the monotony. ("Won't you have something, dear?") . . . ("You mean you can't drink even with your own parents?") ("Meet me in the Hub if I'm in Main it takes 20 minutes to get you on the phone and I'll probably have to show my identification and my good conduct medal.") ("If that cop says one more thing . . .") ("How can you all stand it out there? I went out once my freshman year and haven't been back . . . it's too much trouble to shelter you all in the manner to which they're accustoming you.") You are some of the smartest, sharpest, most alive girls we know, you who are thinking of transferring. The school can't afford to lose you you who are caring critics, you who are mature and thinking. It needs those of your classes who have already decided to stay and work to make it better those of you who want to see the social match the academic in freedom and re- sponsibility. Don't go unless you think there's no hope don't go unless you consider first Atlanta's high proportion of young men to young women don't give up all the good things be- cause of a still soluble problem a problem already in the process of being solved. E.T. Within The Eye The eye of a hurricane is a vacuum of calm. We inside are not beset by torrential rains or winds that wreck destruction. We are yet a part of the phenomena and can hear the not- too-distant threatening disturbance 'Two-four-six-eight, we don't want to integrate!" "Jesus died to make men holy, let us strive to make men free. Don't shop at Rich's." And we can see the black-faced effigy tossed in the turbu- lence of a mob of our contemporaries. Thus the realization of our involvement in the whole should puncture our calm of complacency. We cannot remain aloof, untouched by the bitterness raging about us. We sense the timeliness of the poet-prophet Wordsworth: But this is a passion over-near ourselves, Reality too close and too intense, And intermixed with something . . , of scorn and condemnation personal. "Separate but equal," the legal appeals based upon the Constitution's tenth amendment, interposition, and pupil- placement all of these are but tombstones marking the South's path of retreat. We have witnessed the slow but inevitable decomposi- tion of a body a body of manners, mores and discrimi- nations. The Holmes-Hunter vs. Danner decision has translated "inevitable" into "now." Stripped of the slim chances of final appeal and the irrationality of closing state institutions, the finality of the court order, "Now," confronts Georgia. Still there will be struggle and controversy. There will be extremists who refuse to accept integration in public edu- cation and those who would effect a rapid social amalgama- tion. . . . How might we believe That wisdom could, in any shape, come near Men clinging to delusions so insane. Perhaps the most rational approach we have heard was voiced by the new editor of the University of Georgia's The Red and Black: "I think that they knew it was coming Most of the students accept the fact ... As for me, T'm going to act like a college student should act. I know I'll treat anyone with the proper respect they (sic) deserve." This social turmoil creates an unhappy state of instability. Acceptance is always more difficult than struggle. Still only in acceptance is there sanity. L.B.S. The Agnes Scott News Published weekly except holidays and examination periods, by the students of Ag-nes Scott College. Office on second floor Murphey Candler Building. Entered as second class matter at the Decatur, Georgia, post office. Subscription price per year $2.00; single copy, 10 cents. Editor _ ESTHER THOMAS Managing Editor MARY JANE MOORE Assistant Editors: NANCY BARRETT. CAROLE SUE JACKSON, LUCY SCHOVV Copy Editor ; MARY TAYLOR LIPSCOMB Assignment Manager SUE MUSTOE Campus Beat VIRGINIA PHILIP Entertainment ELLEN MIDDLEBROOKS International .. HARRIET SMITH News Features ... BETH CRAWFORD Sports tNA JONES, LELIA JONES nternationally Spea king Minute Laos Looms As Scene Of U.S. -Communist Tensions By HARRIET SMITH Laos Pathet Lao, Kong Le, Phoumi, Boun Oum a year ago Laos was but a far-away place and these alien names meant little or nothing to most Americans; today they echo with frightening regularity in newspaper and broadcasts as Laos threatens to become the scene of an international con- flict. i Laos, like Korea, is an Asian country strategically squeezed in between the pro-Communist North and the pro-Western South. A tiny kingdom with only 1.7 million inhabitants, Laos seems most unlikely spot for a clash the great powers; yet in mid-De- cember it became apparent that her civil war could spread to a major conflict between the Com- munists and the Western world. The major dilemma in Laos since she gained her independence in 1954 has been the problem of dealing with the Pathet Lao, Com- munist-led guerillas from two northern provinces. Opposition Last summer Sowanna Phouma took over the Laotian government with a promise to solve the prob- lem, but his policy of appease- ment met opposition from rightest forces. In December pro- Western Prince Boun Oum and Gen. Phoumi Nosavan, with financial aid from the U. S., ousted Phouma and took over the government. The pro-Western government of Boun Oum and Phoumi retained ils position after ^ bitter three- day battle at Vientiane with the united forces of Pathet Lao and Kong Le, Phouma's general, but almost immediately afterward real trouble began. Plane Attack A communique from Vientiane charged pro-Communist North Vietnam with invading Laos in "flagrant aggression," and the tension increased when a Soviet plane in the act of dropping sup- plies to Pathet Lao attacked an American plane sent to observe the operation. Although no evidence has been found to substantiate the Laotian charge of Vietnamese raids, the Red Chinese and the Russians are openly reinforcing the Pathet Lao with troops and supplies. Financially and legally the U. S. is heavily committed in Laos. Since 1954 America has poured some $300 million dollars into Laos, and the SEATO treaty re- quires that the U. S. take action to halt "Communist aggression" against Laos, South Vietnam and Cambodia. U. S. Commitment In supporting Boun Oum and Phoumi against Red-supported Pathet Lao the U. S. actually stands alone. Both Britain and France seem to feel that only a compromise with neutralist and Communist elements can save the Laotian government. As tension mounts the U. S. may be forced to decide whether to engage her forces in a Korea- type war in Laos or whether to retreat and permit this crucial area to fall to the Communists." Like other small but important trouble spots, Laos has become a Communist testing ground for de- termining just how far the U. S. can be pushed. Although war is certainly to be avoided if a. u all possible, a re- treat in Laos would not guaran- tee peace for long. The Com- munists would find another Laos and the story would begin again. 'Suzie', 'Spartacus' Beckon Movie Fans By ELLEN MIDDLEBROOKS A new year demands new enter- tainment and Atlanta has it in the form of two new films. Surprisingly "The World of Suzie Wong" starring Nancy Kwan and William Hoi den has not received rave notices. The general feeling is that the picture tends to become "soupy." Even though' a tug of responsi- bility is felt for a world where threatened starvation sends girl children into selling their bodies, the picture remains mostly thea- trical hokum, quaint in operetta fashion. Another of the "spectaculars" is showing at the Roxy "Sparta- cus" starring Kirk Douglas, Jean Simmons, Peter Ustinov, Charles Laughton and Sir Laurence Olivier. The film runs primarily to the historical account with the usual fictional deviation in the love story. Although pictorially stunning the film is occasionally a bit gory. CAMPUS BEAT New Privileges Prove Student Opinions Count By VIRGINIA PHILIP Looking back over the past quarter we see many evi- dences that our-student-opinions do count. We petitioned for, and Junior Jaunt . . . (Continued from Page 1) sion." Her committee members are Esther Thomas, Ellen Hines, Lillian Smith, Mary Ellen Barnes, Missy Moore, Ethel Gilmore and Betty Gillespie. Price for the entertainment is $1. Tickets may be purchased Thursday and Friday at 4 p.m. in the mail room, at breakfast Sat- urday and Monday, and at the door. The rest of the week will be spent in fund-raising activities, climated by the class skits in ^he production "Bell, Book, and Bed- lam" Friday night at 8 p.m. in Gaines, followed by an informal dance in Walters' Basement with ceffee and an open fire. Saturday night at the formal Winter Charity Ball a Queen will be chosen representing the class with the largest per capita con- tribution. The dance will be at the Dink- ler-Plaza from 9-12 p.m., with music by the Catalinas. A break- fast will follow. Time limit is 2 a.m. Tickets for week-end activities are $4, with a Jan. 18 deadline for purchase. They are on sale this week in the Mail Room from 3:30- 4:30 p.m. and in the Dining Hall from 6-6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Mon- day and Tuesday. February Deadline Limits Student Help Student aid application deadline is Feb. 15. Any freshman, sopho- more, or junior is eligible to apply for a scholarship. Students earn the scholarships in hostess duty, library assistance, switchboard operation and typing services. were where we can smoke while we study. We now have date par- lors where we can smoke with our dates. The Hub, by majority vote of the student body, now re- mains open during the chapel hour. The library is open on Sun- day afternoons, and the use of the science libraries has been ex- tended. A committee is still working on the possibility of students signing out from Walters and having their dates call for them there. We are all aware that some of these privileges have been granted us under condition and that abuse of them will effect their revocation. We are also aware that many students have in the depths of their minds further ideas and sug- gestions which have not yet been brought to light, or about which they have not been persistent enough to bring about results. For example, we 'have heard "behind the scenes" griping about certain dining hall regulations, about the telephone situation and about certain faculty practices. We feel that this year there has been more action on the basis of student suggestions than there has been in the past several years. This is due primarily to the greater interest at least active interest of the student body at large in the problems and poten- tialities of the college. So we appeal to you to voice your opinions, to air your griev- ances, to submit constructive criticism. Only thereby can we expect progress and action. Wednesday, January 11, 1961 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS 3 Self-Study Group Completes Initial Organization Of Project The Steering Committee for the Agnes Scott self-study program for affirmation of accreditation with the Southern Association is completing the initial organiza- tion of the project. Winter and spring quarters are to be a preliminary fact-gathering period, while the summer will be a time for making up question- naires to be answered by the fac- ulty, students and lumnae. In the fall of 1962, the associa- tion committee will visit the campus. The report of the study presented at this time will focus primarily on the coming ten years. Sub-Committees The steering committee has been divided into the following chairmen of sub-committees: Dr. Kathryn Glick, Purpose; Dr. Wil- liam Cornelius, Organization, Fi- nancial Resources and Physical Plant; Dr. Mary L. Boney, Educa- tional Program; Dr. Mary Virginia Allen, Library; Dr. Miriam Druck- er, Faculty; Dr. Julia Gary, Stu- dent Personnel. Additional members of the steering committee are Dr. Wal- lace M. Alston, Dean Carrie Scan- drett, Dean C. Benton Kline, Dr. Ellen Douglass Leyburn, and Tricia Walker who is the student chair- man for the remainder of this year. Following study of the appro- priate sections of the evaluation manual, the Steering Committee will select the student and faculty committee members. Each depart- ment and student organization is responsible for its own self-study which must include future plans. Denton Wins Place On 'Mile.V Board Lynn Denton, a sophomore from Knoxville, Tenn., has been chosen a member of Mademoiselle's Col- lege Board on the basis of her try- out. Lyr.n, who planned and co-ordi- nated a wardrobe for a freshman going away to school, is a candi- date for a Guest Editorship in the college edition of the magazine. Count Hears Zero Mark; Pins, Rings Reach Target A record number of students returned from Christmas vacation with pins and rings. The senior class predominated in plans for marriage, while an interfraternity collection could be represented in. the pins acquired by the underclassmen. Helen Linton plans to marry a Citadel graduate, Wiley Watson, who is stationed at Fort Benning, Ga. Doris Bray is engaged to Buzzy Gill, a pre-law student at the Uni- versity of Georgia. Pat Flythe has a sparkling dia- mond given her by a senior at the University of North Carolina, Ron- ald Koontz. Wedding bells will ring for two sophomores this summer. Sally Ann Rodwell will marry Jim Whetstone, who is doing graduate work at Wake Forest. Sally Addi- son's fiance is Lon Norris, a Geor- gia State graduate. Willie Byrd Childress is engaged to a senior Sigma Nu at Georgia Tech, Harvey Clarke. Tom Espy has presented Ginger Marks with a diamond. Tom is an Auburn graduate and received his HAVE YOU HEARD ? MELODIES IN GOLD Billy Vaughn and His Orch. Smoke Gets In Your Eyes - Indian Love Call - Dream - Sweet And Lovely - Time On Us Hands - Night And Day - I'm In The Mood For Love - My Melancholy Baby - Moonglow - Intermezzo - I'll Get By - Stardust. (Mono) DLP- 3064 (Stereo) DLP-25064 Shot 'records THIS AND THAT Pat Boone Wait For Me Mary - Many Dreams Ago - Didn't It Rain - Oh, What A Feeling -Remember Me - Blue Bobby Sox - Bewildered - It's Been A Long, Long Time - Call It Stormy Monday - Heart Full Of Happiness - Spo-Dee-ODee - Jimmy Brown The Newsboy. (Mono) DLP- 3285 (Stereo) DLP-25285 Three sparklers shine as Ginger Marks, Anne Modlin, Bray compare newly acquired engagement rings. and Doris STAR DUST Pat Boone with Billy Vaughn Orch. and Chorus Stardust -Deep Purple - Autumn Leaves - September Song - I'll Walk Alone - Ebb Tide - To Each His Own - Cold, Cold Heart - Anniversary Song - Little White Lies - Solitude - Blueberry HiU - Heartaches - St. Louis Blues. (Mono) DLP^ 3118 (Stereo) DLP -251 18 BLUE HAWAII Billy Vaughn and His Orch. Blue Hawaii - Cocoanut Grove - Isle Of Golden Dreams - Little Brown Gal - Hawaiian Para- dise - My Little Grass Shack - Trade Winds - The Hawaiian Wedding Song - Sweet Leilani - Hawaiian War Chant - Song Of The Islands - Beyond The Reef - Hawaiian Sunset - Aloha Oe. Cfi * (Mono) DLP- 3U5 *JJO-* (Stereo) DLP-2S165 DANCE WITH LAWRENCE WELK Lawrence Yfelk In A Little Second Hand Store - That Old Black Magic - Maybe - Clarinet Marmalade - Begin The Beguine - South - Willow Weep For Me -By Heck- The Trumpet Rag - It's Easy To Remember - I Guess I'll Have To Change My Plan - Plenty Of Brass. (Mono) DLP- 32Q4 (Stereo) DLP-25224 Shot A. M. Corsaf Records (Formerly Rutland's House of Music) "On the Square in Decatur" Mon. through Thurs. 9:30 ajm. 'til 7 pjn. Sat. 'til 6 p.m. Open Fridays 'til Nine master's degree from Tech last year. Suzy Favor is now the fiancee of a Phi Delt at Tech, Joe Stevens, and Mildred Love is planning her marriage to Robert Petty, a grad- uate at Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. There are several additional fra- ternity pins adorning our campus also. Nancy Dupuy is sporting the PiKA pin of Bill Niblods from the University of Florida. Joanne Dickson is pinned to an ATO from Tech, Bill Leach, while Pam Stanley now has Jay McCas- lin's KA pin. Sibley Thomas, a Phi Delt grad- uate studeni: at Alabama has pinned Prudy Moore. Carol Cowan is wearing the pin oi Jim Van Kleek, a PiKA at Tech. His fraternity brother, Bob Kirk- land started the year off right by Visit or Phone WATSON PHARMACY For Prompt Delivery DR 3-1665 YOUR NEAREST DRUG STORE honoring Kaylynn Ogburn with his pin. Jane Sharp is now pinned to Russell Jesse, a Tech graduate who is working in Atlanta. Four other Tech boys who fre- quent our campus have left their pins behind. Bryce Burgess has the Phi Delt pin of John Beasley, and Joe Powell has given his Delta Upsilon pin to Patricia Sights. Bill Darden got into the swing of things and presented Donna Kellaher with his Delt pin, and Joy Miller is sporting the Sigma Nu pin of Bobby Dark. June is the big month for many seniors. Alice Frazer is marrying a Divinity student at Yale, Bob Evans. A June wedding is also planned for Pat Rogers and Max Dufeny, a graduate of Tech. Gatra Lamp- ley has announced her engage- ment to a graduate of Washington and Lee Bill Roberts. Ens. Marty Galliger has given a diamond to Ann Peagler. Marty is in the Navy and is stationed in Jacksonville, Fla. Also to marry in June are Jane Bennett and Mac McClaine, an SAE at Emory. Linda Griffin is engaged to Bob Smith, who is a graduate of Win- gate. Anne Modlin will marry Dr. Nat Burkharclt, who is now doing his residence at Grady Hospital. DICKSON'S Across From the Decatur Theater STUDENT J TRAVEL... STUDENTS AFFORD! 40 ITINERARIES ! featuring: Western & Eastern Europe Scandinavia Africa South America Japan round-the-world 54-80 days 825-$2,200 TRAVEL- STUDY PROGRAMS some scholarship assistance available 40-70 days $875-$l,080 SPRING VACATION TRIPS Bermuda Puerto Rico Hawaii from $195 1 STUDENT TRAVEL PUBLICATIONS International Student ID Card $ .50 Hostels & Restaurants Handbook 1.00 Work, Study, Travel Abroad r.00 U. S. NATIONAL STUDENT ASSOCIATION ^^^^ Educational Travel, Inc., Dept. cn f^tSi^Bk* 20 West 38th Street, New York 18, New York X^zfc^ OXford 5-5070 1 '* USNSA s a non-profit organization serving the American student community" 4 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, January 11, 1961 First Basketball Turn-out Shows Little Spirit, Team Participation By INA JONES One of the most rewarding aspects of campus life is the enjoyment of and participation in extra-curricular athletics. After such a successful hockey season, the college communi- ty is anticipating an equally exciting basketball season. However > the reports on the initial week of practices have been that active interests have been poor. One class has failed to produce a single player. Perhaps we can blame this negligence on the fact that the practices so far have been on the first few days after vaca- tion. Certainly, it would be incorrect to assume that there is no talent in the field. Those of us who saw the hockey games realize that there are many outstanding ath- letes in the student body. The competition during the first part of basketball season will be between dorms. At the end of the season, there wil be a final round of class com- petition. A Championship Cup will be awarded to the class with the best record. We have adequate facilities and more than capable managers and coaches for a good season. What more do we need? Players! Classes On Marriage Will Begin January 18 Marriage classes for seniors and engaged girls begin Wednesday, Jan. 18, when Mr. and Mrs. Charles Martin will speak from 5 6. p.m. in room 207, Campbell Hall. They will discuss ways to budget and how to decorate inexpensively. Wednesday, Jan. 25, Dr. Allen Albert will speak on the woman's role in relation to the family. Mr. Abram Velkoff will speak Wednesday, Feb. 1, and Thursday, Feb. 2, on sexual' problems. February 22, Dr. Merle Patter- son of the Druid Hills Presbyterian Church will speak on the family. Dr. Wallace M. Alston will speak Wednesday. March 1, on "Making Marriage Permanent". Weber to Discuss Marxism at Emory Dr. Theodore Weber will speak today at Emory University on "What the church can learn from Marx." The lecture begins at 8:15 p.m. in room 207 of the History Building. Dr. Weber's talk is one of a series on Karl Marx preceding the five school philosophy colloquium to be held in February at Agnes Scott. Professor Ernest Nagel, a Uni- versity Center visiting scholar in Philosophy, will lecture on "Logic of the Social Sciences" at Emory the afternoon of Jan. 20 and at Oglethorpe University the morning of Jan. 21. ASC Film, Address Spark Area Dinner Mrs. William T. Moore, Jr., chairman of the Knoxville, Tenn., Area Campaign Drive, welcomed alumnae and friends last night to the Knoxville Area Dinner, which was held at the Cherokee Country Club. Mrs. Moore, the former Peggy McMillan, graduate '55, presented Dr. Wallace Alston, Dr. James Ross McCain and Dr. W. E. McNair to the guests. In conjunction with the showing of the Agnes Scott College movie, "Quest for Greatness," Dr. Alston spoke to the guests of the current campaign drive. Bring Shoe Troubles To Clairmont Shoe Repair, Inc. 141 Clairmont Ave. DR 3-3676 DECATUR CO-OP CABS 24 HR. SERVICE Radio Dispatch Call DR 7-1701 DR 7-3866 ft During an interdorm basketball practice Miss McKemie explains blocking to Pam Stanley, freshman, while Margaret Kirby, sopho- more, and Kitty Strickland, freshman, look on. Kline Announces Changes For 1962-63 Curriculum A number of curriculum changes proposed for the *1961 catalogue were announced by Dean C. Ben- ton Kline in convocation Jan. 4, including the establishment of a major in Speech and Drama. In the Speech department the basic course will be divided by quarters into 101, Oral Communi- cation; 102, Voice and Diction; and 103, Oral Reading. Two new courses will be offered in 1962-63: Phonetics and General Semantics. The Drama depart- ment will introduce Modern Theater, running parallel in con- tent with English 323, Modern Drama. Economics The Economics Department will offer a new five-hour course, American Economic History. Flaubert and Maupassant and Balzac will be dropped from the French department, and Lyric Poetry of the 16th Century and a course on Pascal will be added. A new course of Special Study will be offered by the Philosophy Department. CASttU- COKKtR Simply Wonderful Sportswear OPEN DAILY 9:305:30 133 Sycamore St. "On The Square" In Decatur m The independent college belongs to those who be- lieve in it. It can have no other ownership. It has flourished through the centuries because every generation raises up people who understand its power for good. Rooted in this faith, steadfast, humane, the inde- pendent college abides as a citadel of the unfettered mind and spirit. AGNES SCOn COLLEGE Founded 1889 An independent liberal arts college for women of highest rank academically, located in the Atlanta metropolitan area. The Music Department will make several significant changes, including two classes for the basic 101 course, one for students with previous musical training. A course in Medieval and Renaissance Music and one in Hymnology, not offered in 1961- 62, will be introduced. There are also changes in the amount of credit given for applied music. Mathematics The Mathematics department is changing many of its courses also, making Introduction to Modern Abstract Algebra a six-quarter hour course, followed by Modern Abstract Algebra in the spring. Introduction to Mathematical Statistics and Probability has also been made a six-hour course in place of Statistics, a five-hour course. Agent To Make Study Of Telephone Situation Mr. P. J. Rogers, Business Man- ager, reports that next week a representative from Southern Bell will be on campus to make a sur- vey of the phone situation at Agnes Scott. Through this survey a plan for improvement of telephone service over a period of time will be worked out. The last such survey was in 1955. Work on the telephone situa- tion will probably not begin until next September, depend- ing on the availability of trunk lines. During the Christmas holidays, the art labs in Buttrick received new lights, and the pianos in the cottages and dormitories were tuned. The ceilings in the dining hall were painted. The ceiling of Dr. Henry A. Robinson's office was re- moved and replaced with acoustic tile. Plans were made for installa- tion of a T.V. set in Main. Hearn's Jewelry Co. 131 Sycamore St. China Crystal Sterling Silver Watches Diamonds Watch and Jewelry Repair Dr. 7-5133 Decatur, Ga. EUROPE 1961 STUDY AND TRAVEL Classes in leading European Universities combined with in- struction while travelling to meet Ajnerican Requirements for Academic Credit. MODERN LANGUAGES SOCIAL SCIENCES CIVILIZATION & CULTURE UNIVERSITY OF PARIS (Sorbonne) French Language, Litera- ture, History, Art, combined with five country European Tour. June 9 - August 31 (84 days) All Inclusive Price $1296.00 UNIVERSITY OF MADRID Spanish Language, History, Geogra- phy, Literature, Philosophy, Music and tour of England, Spain, France. June 14 - August 31 (78 days) All Inclusive Price 1170.00 UNIVERSITY OF HEIDELBERG German Language, History and Civilization plus 7 Country Tour of Europe. June 30 - Sept. 4 (66 days) All Inclusive Price $1255.00 UNIVERSITY OF FLORENCE Art, Music, Culture, Italian Language, History and Literature plus 5 Country Tour of Europe. June 10 - Sept. 1 (84 days) All Inclusive Price $1499.00 RUSSIAN STUDY TOUR Russian Language and Civilization, Four weeks preliminary study in London and Four Weeks in Russia. June 9 - August 31 (84 days) All Inclusive Price $1689.00 INCLUDING: Trans-Atlantic transportation by sea. All hotels, breakfast and dinner while travelling in Europe, full board in Russia, full board while attending the courses, tuition, all sight- seeing and transfers. 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Total Price $1472.00 EUROPE AT LEISURE London Stay in a Castle on the Rhine relax in Lucerne and charming Kitzbuehel sunbathe in Icsolo on the Italian Lido Rome & Paris, Trans-Atlantic aboard the "ARKADIA," all hotels, two meals per day in Europe, all meals on board ship, all transportation, sightseeing and transfers. July 21-Sept. 13. All Inclusive Price $1199.00 For Further Information Write: Lmseair Travel Service, Inc. 1026 17th St., N. W., Washington, D. C. The Agnes Scott News VOL. XL VI AGNES SCOTT COLLEGE, DECATUR, GEORGIA, Wednesday, January 18, 1961 No. 9 Private eyes Smith, Barnes, Boswell, Thomas, Hines and Moore form a "yuk-yok" chorus for Suppressed Desires chairman Lucy Schow's confidential expose of the faculty. 'Bell, Book and Kick Off Junior On Friday night, Jan. 20, skits presented by each class kick off Junior Jaunt weekend. An informal dance in the basement of Walters will follow the skits. Dress for Friday night is casual; even socks and loafers may be worn. Saturday afternoon the Trini- dads will be in the Hub at 3 p.m. for a jam session. They are now appearing at the Bayou in Atlanta. edlam', Dance Jaunt Weekend Saturday night the Ray Stevens Orchestra will play for the dance at the Dinkier Plaza. Dress will be formal. Girls may wear short even- ing dresses, but long dresses are preferable. Dates wear either tuxedos or dark suits. Following the dance there will be a breakfast at the Dinkier Plaza. Late time limit for Saturday night is 2 a.m. Juniors Urge All-Out For Charity Groups Schedule Charity Projects By CAROLE JACKSON Under the leadership of their money chairmen, classes are raising funds for Junior Jaunt charities. A full slate of pro- jects is scheduled for the entire week. WEEKEND EVENTS Jan. 20, 8 p.m. "Bell, Book and Bedlam" after-produc- tion party in Walters with Tech and Emory students invited informal dress. Jan. 21, 3 p.m. Trinidad quar- tet in Hub, informal dress 9 p.m. Winter Charity Ball at Dinkier Plaza, formal dress. f * * A. S C. Development Fund Reaches Half-Way Mark Agnes Scott's 75th Anniversary Development fund has now reached a total of approximately $2,350,000, more than one- half of the proposed $4,500,000 goal. Campaign director W. C. French announced that the fund-raising activities are making "healthy, steady progress'' and stressed the fact that with only a third of the total work completed, the campaign is al- ready beyond the halfway mark. The $2,350,000 raised to date has come from 17 area campaigns and from areas yet to be approached. Of this amount, $108,493 has been raised here on campus by the Agnes Scott student body, faculty and administration. Area Success The success of the campus cam- paign was highly praised by Mr. French, who said that "no area where we can go will perform more satisfactorily than the campus." Mr. French also pointed out that in the 17 area campaigns already conducted, "a remarkably high per- centage" of the people contacted made pledges. He stated that "more alumnae and parents are giving, and are giving more thoughtfully than ever before in the history of the col- lege." Volunteer Effort Mr. French also commended "the remarkable job" being done by the volunteer committee members in the organization and execution of the area campaigns. He added that their efforts in the campaign show "an enthusiasm and desire that can only speak very highly of the attitude and de- votion of Agnes Scott women to their alma mater." Before the campaign "target date," Jan. 26, 1964 Agnes Scott's 75th anniversary, more area cam- paigns will be conducted. Atlanta, the largest, is among 6 areas now in the process of organ- ization. The other 5 areas are Knoxville, College Park, Savannah, New Orleans and Mobile. In speaking of the progress of the fund-raising activities, Mr. French expressed his confidence that "this kind of performance will continue throughout the cam- paign." Fraternity Men Dot Friday ASC Mixer Fraternity men from Tech and Emory have been included in in- vitations to the informal dance in Walters Basement Friday night, Junior Jaunt chairman Ellen Middlebrooks said Monday. Kappa Alpha and Alpha Tau Omega were asked from Emory, with Delta Tau Delta, Alpha Tau Omega, Sigma Alpha Epsilon and Sigma Nu men from Tech. Ellen is requesting special hos- pitality for these men who were invited by the Junior Jaunt Social committee. The events for Monday featured Suppressed Desires activities and a hot dog sale by the junior class. Tuesday night the sophomores sponsored a shoe shine service in the dorms and cottages. On Wednesday afternoon 1-5 p.m. the sophomores will be avail- able to wash cars on campus. Slave Sale At 3:30 in the Hub the senior class will conduct a "Boyfriend Picture Contest." At 7 p.m. the Hub will again be SGA Changes, Chapel Highlight Exec Retreat Executive Committee spent most of the time at their quarterly re- treat Saturday clarifying the Stu- dent Handbook and discussing a reorganization of Student Govern- ment. These plans will be discussed further at a Handbook Retreat April 16. Honor Emphasis Week was evaluated and it was decided that Freshmen should be placed on the Honor Emphasis Week Committee next year. With Freshmen representation on the Committee, Executive feels that there will be more Freshmen participation in the Honor Em- phasis Week activities. The problem of good chapel programs and good chapel atten- dance was brought up. TV Sets To Carry Inauguration Rites Friday John F. Kennedy will be inaugurated as thirty-fifth Presi- dent of the United States. So that Agnes Scott students may see Mr. Kennedy's inaugura- tion at 12:05 p.m. on television, the following changes have been made in Friday's schedule: There will be no 10:30 chapel program; there will be four suc- cesive classes with only five-minute intervals. For those interested, television sets will be available in the dorma- tories, the Hub, the Faculty Club and Maclean Auditorium. C.A. Urges Prompt Payment of Pledges Christian Association has met its budget in pledges and donations for this year. Treasurer Jean Medearis says that with the co-operation of all who have pledged, C. A. will achieve the $2230 budget. Envelopes were sent out last week to collect pledges. They should be returned to the C. A. box in the bookstore or to the treasurer's office. the scene of a senior project, the slave auction of faculty members and students. Thursday the sophomore class will feature a beauty parlor in Walters' Basement from 2-6 and from 7-10 p.m. This will include shampoos, hair cuts and sets, man- icures, pedicures and massages. "Bell, Book, and Bedlam' The production Friday night r "Bell, Book, and Bedlam" | will be sponsored by all four classes. The junior class is in charge of the jam session Saturday afternoon and the Winter Charity Ball that night. The freshman class projects in- elude a full week of activities. Breakfast Each morning freshmen are selling doughnuts and orange juice in the dorm lobbies. At 10 p.m. runners to the Grill are available. Freshmen are also raffling chances for a hair cut and styling from Weidmaier's Beauty Salon. Blind Date Seniors are selling chances on a blind date and one Friday night 1:30 late permission. A gift from The Casual Corner will also be raffled. The sale of travel posters and post cards is another senior project. On Monday through Thursday afternoons from 4-4:30 in the mail- room the junior class will take orders for monograms. A raffle will be held for two chances on dinners for two at At- lanta restaurants. Free Dinners Members of the sophomore class are selling popcorn during various events. Freshmen have published an Agnes Scott songbook. Copies will be on sale through- out the week. Kentucky Scores In Intercollegiate Double Triumph Debate Tourney Tournament manager Lucy Schow's announcement of the de- bate winners Saturday climaxed Agnes Scott's fourteenth All- Southern Intercollegiate Debate Tournament which attracted 48 debators from 12 colleges. The University of Kentucky won the two prized trophies: the award for Best Overall School Team and the Individual Debating Award which went to Deno Curris. Tennessee Tech's team copped the award for Best Affirmative Team, while Vanderbilt Univer- sity won the award for Best Negative Team. ' Runners-up in order were Best Overall School, Tennessee Tech and Vanderbilt University; Best Individual Debaters, Sonny Her- ring of the University of South Carolina and George Spindler of Georgia Tech. Best Affirmative Team, Univer- sity of Kentucky and David Lips- comb; Best Negative Team, Geor- gia Tech and University of Ken- tucky. Twenty Agnes Scott faculty members and 11 coaches from other colleges judged the de- bates. Agnes Scott students were time- keepers for the five-round tour- ney. The visiting debaters were en- tertained by members of Pi Alpha Phi, local debating society and sponsor of the event. Ellen Hines is president of the group and Dr. George P. Hayes is advisor. Debaters in the Vanderbilt-David ipscomb match get instructions from Dr. George P. Hayes, Ellen Hines and Lucy Schow before timekeeper Sharon Atkins takes them to the debate room. 2 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, January 18, 1961 Rabble Stains Page Of Georgia History For once the stand of daily papers emptied every day this week. Perhaps it was the geographical proximity perhaps it was the emotional character of the issue but every day this week thirty students spent a nickle to find out about Athens. By last Wednesday it looked like the worst was over. Charlayne Hunter and Hamilton Holmes got a moral victory. Students acted like adults. The judges got their brownie points with the Supreme Court and the legislators were off the hook with their constituents because they didn't have to really agree to integra- tion since the courts took the laws off the books temporarily, and by Thursday, permanently. Vandiver had done bette than anybody expected and Georgia got praise from the lips of the Huntley-Brinkley institution on NBC. All this balm to the hearts of thinking people erupted into a boiling sore Wednesday night when a few students be- came tools for the Klan and their status-seeking Citizens' Council-type brothers. Students became dupes of inflammatory forces, and the state took a beating in reputation which was worse because of the good faith people had gained early in the week. Whatever effect the Athens violence has on Georgia it has on Agnes Scott, too. The majority of students at the University were obviously not participators or sympathizers with the riot, but they will probably be lumped in with the minority rabble in the minds of many people. Athens should, then, urge us to consciousness, for unless we provide now and in our future lives the moral leadership and gumption of thinking persons, we too as individuals and as a college will be lumped in these same minds with the odds and ends of rabble. Wherever we go when we leave Agnes Scott, the future of the Athens week goes with us. Even if we are not aware of the mark left by the times, we are not exonerated from future responsibility. Last week and it may not yet be over is the embry- onic stimulus to our future as women providing educated leadership. We begin now to experience what it feels like to be marked by the times. We should begin now to realize our- selves as marks, rather than blots, on the time. E.T. 'Jaunt' Asks More Than Dollars, Cents Junior Jaunt began as a dream in the minds of a number of Juniors last fall. As dreams materialized and plans evolved into the reality of this week, the problems of perspective and interpretation became paramount. The problem was one of interpretation to two classes who have never experienced Junior Jaunt catching the spirit of fun and frivolity being caught up in the larger idea that the primary purpose of the week is to raise money for charity. The question of perspective reared its head also attempting to realize that Junior Jaunt involved most of the junior class and a great number of freshmen, sophomores, and seniors in its preparation and to be suc- cessful must elicit support in time and money from the entire campus this week. Perspective amidst the catty remarks, the carping criti- cism "I don't feel that the dance is worth the time, effort or money," "I don't have a cent after all, I'm on a fixed allowance," "Don't press me about selling hot-dogs I just don't have the time . . Still there was the problem of interpretation in response to the query "why have a week of concentrated fund-raising efforts?" explaining that the campus is solicited at no other time during the year and that the student body has the privilege of selecting the charities to which its money will be given. Finally, there was the realization that Junior Jaunt re- quires not only a giving of time and effort but a giving of ourselves during a quarter which has the remarkable tendency to make us grow inward and remain placidly un- concerned and uncommitted about the world beyond the campus block. It is a commonplace that on our campus we have few opportunities for really doing anything . . . Here, then, is our opportunity for action . . . N.B. +~o 5 n \ o ft ^ internationally Speaking Castro Begins Second Year As Counter-Revolt Ferments By HARRIET SMITH Fidel Castro celebrated his second anniversary as Cuban dictator on January 2 with an ominous seven-hour review of troops and armaments, and a harangue against the U. S. climaxed by the demand that the U. S. Embassy staff of 130 be reduced to the utterly inadequate number of 11. the After Seven Junior Jaunt Parties Spark Weekend Fun By ELLEN MIDDLE BROOKS Don't look further! All varieties of entertainment are found on the ASC campus this weekend, from a "Song Session" to a formal ball. Junior Jaunt activities this weekend promise to keep us as well entertained as the projects did busy. A production. "Bell. Book, and Bedlam," will start things rolling with sparkling hilarity Friday night at 8. With students and faculty co- operating, this promises to be the year's best in "skit-wit." Following the skits from about 9-12 p.m. an informal party in Walters' Basement will be the scene of dancing, song- fests, conversation and, of course, cookies, chips, and cokes. Saturday's entertainment begins at 3 p.m. in the Hub with the celebrated Trinidads. a quartet whose style is much like the Kingston Trio. The week is climaxed by Ag- nes Scotf s annual and only for- mal affair, the Winter Charity Ball. The dance will be held in the Dinkler-Plaza, downtown Atlanta, from 9-12 p.m. with breakfast served from 12:15-1 p.m. Scotties will dance to the sparkling music of Ray Stevens' Orchestra. "There is a limit to what United States can endure. That limit has now been reached," re- torted President Eisenhower in a curt official statement to Castro which severed diplomatic relations between the U.S. and Cuba. In the brief space of two years the once lauded "saviour of Cuba" upon whom millions of Americans and Cubans placed their hopes has shown his true color as a danger- ous, power-mad Communist. Not only has he courted Russia while launching a calculated propa- ganda campaign against the U. S., but he has turned the gay va- cationland of Cuba into a drab military state on the verge of economic collapse. Disillusioned Following His once-enthusiastic supportors, Cuba's "cream of the crop," are now a disillusioned, frightened people who, until the diplomatic break, flooded the U.S. Embassy with requests for visas and arrived in Miami at the rate of 1,000 a week. Sugar, Cuba's staple crop and (Continued on Page 3) Campus Beat Eleven O'clock Curfew For Sunday Night- Why? By VIRGINIA PHILIP We are curious as to why, when the administration and student government so wisely and generously extended our Friday and Saturday night late time limits, they neglected to follow suit with that of Sunday night. Is it to prompt us to go to bed early before beginning a week classes? Surely week- ends are not that gruelling, and if this is the motive, it is probably not very effective for many people anyway. It takes as long to drive into and back from Atlanta on Sun- day night as on any other, movies last just as long, and v/aitresses are just as slow. After attending a 7:30 or 8:00 church service little time is left for even a profitable campus study date. Monday classes are little differ- The Agnes Scott IVews Published weekly except holidays and examination periods, by the students of Apnea Scott College. Office on second floor Murphey Candler RuiMinpr. Entered as second class matter at the Decatur. Georgia, post office. Subscription price per year $2.00: single copy, 10 cents. Editor ESTHER THOMAS Managing Editor MARY JANE MOORE Assistant Editors: NANCY BARRETT. CAROLE SUE JACKSON. LUCY SCHOW Copy Editor MARY TAYLOR LIPSCOMB Assignment Manager SUE MUSTOE Campus Beat VIRGINIA PHILIP Entertainment ~ ELLEN MIDDLEBROOKS International HARRIET SMITH News Features BETH CRAWFORD Sports INA JONES. LELIA JONES Reporters Frances Anderson. Betsy Boatwright, Martha Chew. Helen Everett, Flossie Gaines. Betty Kneale. Lynne Lambert. Linda Lentz. Judy Little, Mildred Love, Martha Mossman. Ann Risher, Kay Robertson. Lee Shepherd. Nancy Sheriff. Nancy Sibley, Suzanne Smith. Kay Younger. Business Manager Advertising CARROLL CONNOR LINDA INGRAM Assitants Bonnie Hatfield, Mariane Wurst. Mary Holman Curd, Lynn Horn Photographers CHRISTY HAGES ELIZABETH THOMAS ent from Wednesday classes, and start no earlier. (If they seem to, staying out forty-five minutes later the night before would make little difference). Our strongest argument for an extension to the late time limit of other week nights is possibly the same as the chief argument against it that it is the last night of the week- end. This often means that a girl will not see him until the follow- ing week-end. Although all good things must admittedly come to an end, she doesn't want to see it happen al- most before it began. Especially is this freshman, who must apportion her dates so that one falls on Sunday night, hit by the eleven o'clock cur- few. This is the time, loo, when out- of-town trips are usually termi- nated, and it means bringing per- haps the biggest week-end of the year to an end at an outrageously early hour. We can not conjure any strong defense for making Sunday night different from Tuesday night. Perhaps we have missed a stra- tegic point, and if so, we shall welcome a sound explanation. Meetings Hiqhlight 'Women of Church' "Women of the Church" will be the theme of denominational meet- ings to be held on January 24. During chapel period each de- nomination will discuss the woman's vote in church activities. Wednesday, January 18, 1961 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS 3 Scientist Discusses Art of Glassblowing Dr. William Jones, of Emory University, led a lecture and de- monstration on glassblowing for laboratory use Jan. 12. The Agnes Scott chapter of Chi Beta Phi sponsored the program. Jane Henderson introduced Dr. Jones, who discussed the apparatus and basic principles of glassblow- ing and demonstrated several of the most essential techniques. He then supervised the mem- bers of the audience who wanted to try their hands at glassblow- ing. Forty Students Plan Teacher Education Forty Agnes Scott students are participating in the Emory Uni- versity-Agnes Scott Teacher Edu- ction Program during 1960-61. This quarter will bring more English teachers (there are only three this quarter), teachers in a math-science program and instruc- tors in foreign languages. Located in Decatur, Atlanta, and DeKalb County schools, the prac- tice teachers, in addition to class- room experience, participate in a seminar and take an educational methods course. William H. Rice 111 Sycamore Street Decatur, Ga. Cards, Toys, Party Supplies, Stationery, Wedding Invitations Having a Party? Paper Napkins - Matches Monogrammed To Order One Day Service Simply Wonderful Sportswear OPEN DAILY 9:305:30 133 Sycamore St. "On The Square" In Decatur Bridgman Participates in Biology Conference Miss Annie J. Bridgman, Pro- fessor and Chairman of Agnes Scott's Biology Department, was one of 60 representatives of col- leges throughout the country in- vited to attend a science confer- ence at the University of Miami Dec. 26-31. Sponsored by the National In- stitute of Health, the convention dealt with the role of the physical sciences in biology. The biophysics study section of the National Institute asked the American Institute of Biological Sciences to suggest to them college professors who would be interested in and would profit from this con- vention. Miss Bridgman was one of six women chosen among the repre- sentatives from 35 institutions, most of which are small liberal arts colleges. While in Miami, Miss Bridgman attended lectures conducted by scientists in the field of biophysi- cal research and participated in workshops and discussion groups. Freshmen Can Join ASC Organizations Freshmen have been granted limited permission to join organiza- tions on campus, Orientation Chairman Dottie Burns announced. Heads of organizations are be- ing informed of the new privileges, while freshmen have been encour- aged to speak to the heads of groups in which they are inter- ested. Hearn's Jewelry Co. 131 Sycamore St. China Crystal Sterling Silver Watches Diamonds Watch and Jewelry Repair Dr. 7-5133 Decatur, Ga. Visit or Phone WATSON PHARMACY For Prompt Delivery DR 3-1665 YOUR NEAREST DRUG STORE J & J SHOES 117 Clairmont Suburban Plaza Candler-McAfee Sandler of Boston . . . Tweed ies . . . Foot Flairs Freshman roommates Pam Stanley and Mae Hall press out last- minute wrinklles in preparation for the Winter Charity Ball. Judges Will Choose Eight From Beauty Nominations The first nominations for Sil- houette beauties were made on January 9. At class meetings next Monday, four girls from each class will be selected from the group of nominees. Senior nominees include Anna Maria Aviles, Anne Broad, Sally Bryan, Pat Holmes, Penny Jenk- ins, Kathy Kemp, Millie McCra- vey and Betty Sue Wyatt. From the junior class are Mary Ellen Barnes, Germaine Calhoun, Judy Holloway, Beverly Kenton, Ellen Middlebrooks, Elaine Sayers, Ruth Seagle and Mary Stokes. Sophomore class nominees are Sally Bergstrom, Becky Bruce, Kennette Farlowe, Jane Han- cock, Betty Hutcheson, Page McGavock, Pat McLaurin, Ann Miller and Kay Stapleton. Freshmen have selected Sally Ector, Ann Foster, Sarah Hodges, Lally Hutto, Marilyn McDaniel, Carolyn Newton, Caryl Pearson, Polly Richardson, Pam Stanley, Gay Stebbins and Becky Vick. The final selection of Silhouette beauties will be made at an inter- view in Walter's living room on January 28. Eight girls will be chosen, at least one from each class. Judging at the interview will DO YOU KNOW? 1. Princess Astrid 2. Judge W. A. Bootle 3. Charlayne Hunter 4. John Martin Ferner 5. Hamilton Holmes be Mrs. Ed Daniels, A.S.C. grad- uate, Phi Beta Kappa classics major, and now a model in At- lanta; Mr. Alan Goodleman, pho- tographer for "Alan's"; and Dr. Bertram Drucker, head of applied mathematics department at Tech and sponsor of Drama Tech. Garber To Plan New Model To Parallel Temple Replica "It is the only one of its kind in the world," said Dr. P. L. Garber. He was speaking of the model econstruction of Solomon's Temple on display at Agnes Scott since 1950. "The Interpreters Bible Diction- ary f to be published soon in several volumes by the Abingdon Company, will contain material on the model as well as nineteen articles written by Dr. Garber on other subjects. Dr. Garber was invited during the summer of 1959 to take the model to the Brussels World Fair to be shown with the display of the state of Israel. This invitation, however, could not be accepted. Another model is now in the planning stages, Dr. Garber dis- closed. He and Mr. Howland plan the new project as a parallel to the present model. Dramatic Reading, *BOY WITH A CART' by Christopher Fry Jan. 24, Tuesday Chapel Klines To Hold Four Informals I Each year during winter quarter Dean and Mrs. C. Benton Kline invite the freshmen to their home for an evening. This year beginning Jan. 22 and for four following Sunday nights the Klines are having open house for the Class of 1964. Members of the freshman class have received invitations suggest- ing a certain Sunday for their 8:30 to 10:30 visit. The purpose of these informal evenings is to introduce Dean and Mrs. Kline to the freshmen. These gatherings include re- freshments, watching television or listening to the record-player, and, perhaps, a conversation in front of the fire. Dress will be casual school clothes. Castro Flattering Hair Cuts Soft Fluffy Permanents Call For Appointment Jerry's Beauty Salon One Block From School 215 Church Street DR. 3-5361 (Continued from Page 2) largest commodity, piles up in leaky warehouses or is bartered to the Soviet Union for weevily rice, unusable machinery, inade- quate supplies of crude oil, guns and tanks, and broken promises. Castro is in trouble. His sup- porters dwindle every day; ter- rorist acts are increasing; anti- Castro slogans appear in public places; boos are heard in the safe darkness of a movie theater. Magic Method Even Castro's once-effective method of stirring up dramatic crises has lost its magic. Despite urgent government charges of an imminent U.S. invasion, popular demonstrations are few. A silent populace eyes the mili- tary fortifications sceptically. Castro does still have a sub- stantial number of supporters, but counter-revolution is in the air and signs of discontent are grow- ing. U. S. S. R. Ride Dr. Carillo, a former high official for Castro turned counter-revolu- tionist, indicates that the Soviet Union, Castro's one hope for mili- tary support and economic aid, is taking him for a ride. Carillo quotes a Soviet diplomat who declared that Russia considers Castro unstable and untrust- worthy, useful only as a tool against the U.S. Carillo also insists that Russia is defaulting on her promises of economic aid. How Long? He gives Castro six more months to endure. Other estimates run from 30 days to "as long as Russia feels like carrying it unless there's a counter-revolution." The diplomatic break with Cuba, a necessary and perhaps over-due move, does not mean that the U.S. has any intention of relaxing concentration on Cuba. The Cuban situation is more vital now than ever. If Castro falls, Cuba could be- come a valuable example to other countries of the evils of commu- nism; or she could become a Communist satellite. Bring Shoe Troubles To Clairmont Shoe Repair, Inc. 141 Clairmont Ave. DR 3-3676 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, January 18, 1961 Opponents crowd in on -dorm basketball clash. Walters' Cagers Emerge Victors By LELIA JONES Unfortunately the opening week of the inter-dorm basket- ball competition was marred by forfeits. Last Friday in the first game there was a double forfeit by the teams of Hop- kins and the Day Students and Main. Inman won the second game by a forfeit from the Cottages. Speed and shooting skill led A A Urges Scott Students To Tally Recreation Hours Because of the change in the point system, Athletic Association urges people interested in receiv- ing athletic discs and keys to record their independent recreation on the Sports Board. Independent recreation includes every hour spent in tennis, bad- minton, archery, swimming, dance, bicycling, golf and hiking. Practices for tennis, badminton and archery tournaments should be recorded in addition to the practices for the Dolphin Club pageant and the swimming meet. Walters to a hard fought victory over Rebekah in the game on Wednesday. Backed by the enthusiasm o f the spectators each team re- fused to give an inch. Through the efforts of Kaye Stapleton and Deedie Withers, Walters came out to lead at the end of the first quarter with the score reading 10-6. With spirited determination Re- bekah retaliated in the second quarter under the leadership of Jeanne Whitaker and Mariana Guion. Guards Betty Hood and Becky Vick held the Walters' forwards to one goal. Beginning with the third quarter, the score being 13-12 in Rebekah's favor, the action became more exciting as the ball passed back and forth 1 across the centerline. Guards from both teams Bar- bara Brown, Laura Steakley, Becky Craig and Mary Edson seemed more intent on getting the ball away from the forwards. Stapleton and Mary Beth Thom- as clicked together to put Wal- ters in the lead again 24-21. Rebekah took the initiative the fourth quarter, and in the final minutes the victor still was not evident. At the timekeeper's whistle the cheers from the Walters' spectators announced that their team had won 34-30. Kay Stapleton was high scorer for Walters with 18 points, while Mariana Guion and Jeanne Whi- taker shared the honors for Re- bekah with 17 points apiece. DICKSON'S Across From the Decatur Theater DRake 7-4913 DRake 3-4922 DECATUR CAKE BOX Belle Miller Florist - Baker - Caterer 112 Clairmont Avenue Decatur, Ga. 10 Discount on Birthday Cakes for Agnes Scott Girls Hours that should not be re- corded are those spent in Physical Education classes or practices for hockey, basketball (dorm and class competition), and volleyball. Respective class managers will record these. Anyone who has failed to record any hours should bring her record up to date on the Sports Board in the gym by the trophy case.. NEWS of the WEEK in Brief By HELEN EVERETT Macon, Ga.: Federal Judge W. A. Bootle ordered two Negro stu- dents, Charlayne Hunter and Hamilton Holmes, readmitted to the University of Georgia and permanently enjoined all state and university officials from sus- pending them. Vientiane, Laos: Laotian pilots flying hastily armed U. S.-made trainer planes strafed and bombed pro-Communist rebel forces in the first air raids of the civil war. Oslo, Norway: Princess Astrid of Norway, daughter of King Olav V, married divorced commoner Jchan Martin Femer. Christchurch, N. Z.: The first Americans ever to reach the South Pole overland arrived in two tractors and a weasel that had carried them over 800 miles of unexplored territory in 35 days. Badminton Members Open Club For Interested Players The Badminton Club has re- cently elected Beth Hendee as its new president. At the opening meeting of the season tentative plans were discussed for student faculty tournaments later in the quarter. The group also discussed mem- bership requirements and decided that members may have no more than two absences each during the quarter. Tomorrow night the meeting from 7 to 8 in the gym is open to any students who are inter- ested in joining the club. New members will be announced at a later date. Regular meetings are every Thursday evening from 7 to 8. WANT TO BE A *NEWS' REPORTER? Freshmen and any others in- > terested, come to first appren- [ ticeship meeting, Jan. 23 at 5 in the NEWS room in the Hub. DECATUR CO-OP CABS 24 HR. 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L| TUCKER, JR., Manager BAILEY'S Shoe Shop 58 Years in Decatur Look At Your Shoes 142 Sycamore Street The independent college belongs to those who be- lieve in it. It can have no other ownership. It has flourished through the centuries because every generation raises up people who understand its power for good. Rooted in this faith, steadfast, humane, the inde- pendent college abides as a citadel of the unfettered mind and spirit. AGNES SCOn COLLEGE Founded 1889 An independent liberal arts college for women of highest rank academically, located in the Atlanta metropolitan area. The Agnes Scott News VOL. XLVI AGNES SCOTT COLLEGE, DECATUR, GEORGIA, Wednesday, January 25, 1961 No. 10 Frost To Arrive On Campus Today For Annual Visit,Public Recitation Inauguration Program, First Editions Highlight Collection Display In Library ROBERT FROST 'Poet Laureate of America" By LUCY SCHOW Robert Frost will arrive today for his twentieth visit to Agnes Scott. This noted author whom the news analysts, Huntley and Brinkley, in commenting upon the Inauguration, termed, "the Poet Laureate of America" first came to the college in 1935. Miss Emma May Lanev, former ' ' * stroyed and the second was given to Mrs. Frost. Later in the same year a poem entitled "My Butterfly, An Elegy" was accepted for publication by the highly reputable magazine, "The Independent." chairman of the Public Lecture Association, had heard Mr. Frost at Columbia and suggested that he be invited to lecture at Agnes Scott. Mr. Frost was born in San Fran- cisco in 1874 but moved to Massa- chusetts when he was 11 with his mother after his father's death. He attended Dartmouth and Harvard and has worked during his life as a bobbin-boy, editor, farmer and psychology teacher. First Poems When he was 20, he had a col- lection of poems entitled "Twi- light" published by a small job printer near his home. The type was distributed after two copies had been struck off; one copy was soon afterwards de- Sophomores For Annual Plan Events Parents Visit Sophomore Parents' Weekend will begin Friday morning, February 3. Parents will be asked to register in Walters Hall from 9-10:30 a.m.; 11-12:30, or from 2-5 p.m. A reading of Christopher Fry's" "Boy With A Cart" will be pre- sented during the Chapel hour. Classes will be open to parents during the day, and the faculty will be in their offices from 2:30 to 4 p.m. to talk with parents. Open House will be held in Wal- ters Recreation Room from 4 5:30 p.m. Students will take their parents to dinner from 5:15 6:30. Water Pageant That evening two performances of a water pageant wil be given in the gymnasium at 7:30 and 8:45. Miss Julia Gary has stressed, how- ever, that the Friday night perfor- mances will be open only to sopho- mores and parents. "Quest For Greatness" will be shown in room 207 of Campbell Hall at 7:30 and 8:45 p.m. Bradley Observatory will be open from 7 10 p.m. Classes Saturday morning, February 4, registration will be continued from 9 10:15, and classes will again be open to parents. Nancy Rose will conduct the traditional Thanksgiving service in Chapel. There will be special music by the Glee Club. That noon a college luncheon will be given honoring parents. Open House Walters and Hopkins Halls will be open to parents from 2:30 3 p.m. Campbell Hall will be open at .the same time with special ex- hibits. Mr. Robert F. Westervelt will be in the pottery shop to demonstrate the work done there. A recital by sophomore music students will be given in Maclean Auditorium at 3 p.m. President and Mrs. Wallace M. Alston will be at home to parents and sophomores from 3 - 5:30 on Saturday afternoon. (Continued on Page 4) Chapels To Feature Graduates, Reading Dr. Kwai Sing Chang has an- nounced the Friday Chapel pro- grams for Jan. 27 and Feb. 3. On Jan. 27 Miss Ann Worthy Johnson, Director of Alumnae Af- fairs, will speak on "The Agnes Scott Alumnae Profile" in which she will discuss the activities of various college alumnae. Friday, Feb. 3, is the special chapel program for Sophomore Parents' Weekend. A staged reading of "The Boy With A Cart" will be presented under the direction of Miss Winter. Nancy Dupuy and Jane Womack are in charge of organizing this program which features sophomore students as heads of production, music and stage direction com- mittees. The program will also include organ music and possibly a present- ation by the Dance Group. Current Fame Now at 86, Robert Frost is a four-time Pulitizer Prize poet. Among his honorary degrees, he holds Litt. D. degrees from Oxford and Cambridge, and his poems have been translated into French. Russian, German, Arabic, Finnish, Spanish and Japanese. Throughout his life Mr. Frost has consistently refused to live in the public eye. Travels He travels alone by train on lecture tours and divides his leisure time between his home in Cambridge, Mass., his summer home in Ripton, Vt., a cottage in South Miami, Fla., and reserved rooms at Dartmouth and Amherst. As the poet himself has com- mented, "All I have ever lived for was to get away and get going." Mr. Frost will give a public lec- ture Thursday night at 8 p.m. in Gaines with the over-flow crowd to be seated in Maclean where he will appear briefly before going to speak in Gaines. Signed Editions The Modern Library edition of Selected Poems and a selection of poems for children, "And You Come Too," are both on sale in the library. After the lecture Thursday night, the public and college com- munity are invited to view the library's collection of Frost. On display of particular inter- est will be the translations of his poetry into foreign languages and Frost's Christmas cards to the college. Inauguration Over 500 magazine articles of literary criticism of the poet and the official program of the In- auguration of the 35th President of the U. S. of this past week in which Robert Frost participated will also be shown. Rogers To Head Students During 1961-62 Self-Study I Representative Council has announced that Carroll Rogers is the junior co-chairman of the A.S.C. Self-Study Program. Carroll will work with over-all student chairman Patricia Walker and will assume her job next year. The student chairmanship of . cational Program, Miss Mary L. Boney, chairman, and Miss Ellen Douglass Leyburn, co-chairman; Library, Miss Mary Virginia Allen; Faculty, Mrs. Miriam Drucker; Student Personnel, Miss Julia this program is classified as an absolute office. After the general spring elec- tions a junior co-chairman will be nominated by the sophomore class to succeed Carroll for the follow- ing year . The sub-committee on "The Purpose of the College," headed by Miss Kathryn Glick, has an- nounced the appointments of nine new members. Faculty and student members in- clude Mrs. Merle G. Walker, Miss Josephine Bridgman, Miss Llewel- lyn Wilburn, Mr. George P. Hayes, Patricia Walker, Esther Thomas, Margaret Ann Shugart, Sue Hein- rick and Susan Keith-Lucas. Still to be added are an alumna and a member of the board of trustees. The entire steering committee of the Self-Study Program will meet on January 27 to select mem- bers of the other sub-committees. Sub-committee chairmen are: Administrative Organizations, Fin- ancial Resources and Physical Plant, Mr. William Cornelius; Edu- Gary. Also serving on the steering committee are Miss Laura Steele, Miss Carrie Scandrett, Miss Kathryn Glick and over-all chair- man Mr. C. Benton Kline. Carroll Rogers, honor ro!l student for two years, is shown preparing for the Self-Study program, which she will lead in 1961-1962. 2 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, January 25, 1961 md the Courage In Crisis Two weeks ago six Virginia students were arrested under state anti-trespassing laws for "sitting in" in Lynchburg. Two of the students were Negroes. Two others were from Randolph-Macon Woman's College. Two others were from Virginia Theologi- cal Seminary (Episcopal). * Reactions appeared in both the Hollins Columns and The Sweet Briar News. They were many-faceted. Some were distressed because girls from Randolph-Macon were mixed up with such a socially reprehensible move- ment. Others weighed the balance between conscien reputation of the schools and conscience won. The Sweet Briar editor chided students there for indifference and petty snobbery. , An appeal for contributions to a fund to pay the students' legal aid was made at Sweet Briar. The News mentioned that Randolph-Macon students had begun the fund voluntarily and that the student body there had responded with a high per capita percentage of contributions. Right now the situation is probably embarrassing to Randalph-Macon officials and alumnae. Twenty years from now it can probably be proud that the girls, whether acting as individuals or not, placed the school in the vanguard of stand-takers. Fence-sitting can go on only so long in the face of uncom- fortable but right positions, it can become much more un- comfortable than the inevitable stand. Agnes Scott students and faculty, both last year and this, allied themselves with the process of law and order. It is commendable. The question of the stand of the college on the moral issue itself, which more often than not is couched in the faint area between legality and lack of law, has yet to be answered by the college, though individuals within the school, both faculty and students, have made their per- sonal commitment. The question must be considered now for all of us indi- vidually, so that when the college must give a unified answer, it can do so courageously. E.T. St. Letitia's Cathedral Once upon a time in the outskirts of a large city there was a small, select, convent for girls. Among the students en- rolled was an especially cute, lively girl named Frannie Frosh Now Frannie studied diligently every day and danced every weekend at Tech and Em- ory fraternity parties. This naturally required a great deal of energy, and Frannie looked forward to the three times a day when she was allowed to enter St. Letitia's Cathedral and partake of nourishment. Frannie therefore was shocked at some of the signs that kept appearing more and more frequently, such as "One serving, please" and "Come back for seconds." Sometimes at the evening meal when she went back tor a second sparerib, she was told that she must wait until 6:30 Since on one occasion it was only 5:40, she had to sit 50 minutes looking at her empty plate. Frannie had been taught from infancy to love milk. Imagine her consternation when she found that she could have only one glass at a time! Now Frannie also had 12 a.m. classes every day. The lunch line always was so long and moved so slowly that it was 1:25 by the time she got her food. Often there was not much se- lection left. , Since Frannie had not yet learned how to arrange a good schedule, she had 2 p.m. classes every day. So she frantically bolted her lunch, and this gave her acute indigestion. Ill fact, all these events grieved her very much. Moral of the story: try Me trecal. C.J . The Agnes Scott News Published weekly except holiday* and examination Periods, by the per year $2.00: single copy. 10 cents. ESTHER THOMAS B*ltar s^rr ~ Z" MAX* JANE MOORE Letter To The Editor mo Nationally Speaking Kennedy Administration Sets Emphasis on New Proposals By HARRIET SMITH "New" is the keyword for the Kennedy administration. New precedents: the youngest President in the history of the country; the first Catholic President. New man. New ideas. New frontiers. Inevitably all the emphasis on "new' sparks a question in the minds and on the lips of many Americans' Will Kennedy be too new? Does "new" mean a radical departure from the concepts of government upon which America was founded? Will the opening weeks of Ken- nedy's administration be reminis- cent of F. D. R.'s "100 Days"? "No" is the concensus of leading newspapers and maga- zines. A close look at Kennedy's cab- inet reveals that in almost every case liberals have been given sec- ondary posts undep the thumbs of able moderates. The "idea men" have already supplied Kennedy with a multi- tude of recommendations, but there is every indication that he intends to move slowly in asking Congress to put them into effect. Labeling Kennedy's proposals ,xx a moderate program/' the New York Times declares that "Mr. Kennedy, unlike his party's plat- form, is proposing nothing that vibrates the Capitol's ancient underpinnings." Realizing that the close victory margin could hardly be regarded as a liberal mandate, Kennedy the President will in all probability assume a more moderate position than Kennedy the Campaigner. New, yes. Radical, no. Ditch Duck, Avocado Cry Hungry Seniors To The Editor: Another variation on an old, familiar theme food. Agnes Scott has, on the whole, good and varied meals. Few other institutions are so fortunate. Rare steak, apple pie, delicious rolls, and all the rest these are to be commended. However, attention needs to be drawn to the matter of portions and combinations, or "who gets how much of what." It is evident at some meals that the food budget is under a strain, for the "only one" signs go up, and the servings become scanty. We receive one tomato to make a sandwich, or we are fed cheese and crackers cleverly disguised as Welsh rarebit. An obvious answer to this pro- blem is less food of the caliber and expense of duck, avocado, and almonds and more basic, nourish- ing, and less expensive items. When it comes to the question of combinations, the situation is sometimes more intolerable. Under no standards imaginable could sausage and a sweet roll be considered a balanced break- fast; yet it is often a choice be- tween that and an egg and sausage. We are not spoiled children who demand caviar or pheasant under glass but we are sensible young women who want adequate, well- balanced meals to give us the energy needed to keep up the daily academic pace. Some Seniors Campus Beat System Implies Insult, Freshmen Writer Says By ADELAIDE HUTTO Guest Columnist A large group of freshmen were socializing at the Grill the other night. A discussion of Agnes Scott became the topic of conversation. Very calmly we took Agnes Scott College and started down the list of her aspects, both pro and con. Unfortunately, the "cons 0 far out-weighed the "pros.'' Our complaints are obviously ' Copy Editor Assignment Manager Campus Beat Entertainment International - News Features Spirts - - Reporters Frances An ELLEN SUE MUSTOE JF KS ru BETH CRAWFORD IN A JONES, LELIA JONFN n Betsy * Boatwritrht. Martha Chew. Hplen Everett. Flo^ie Gaines Betty Kneale. Lynne Lambert. Lindn tag*; Judy Little. MMdred L^ve Martha Mo^man. Ann Risher. Kay Robert .on. Lee Shepherd. Nancy Sheriff. Nancy Sibley. Suzanne Smith. Kay ^un*er^ CARROLL CONNOR lUisiness Manager ~ LINDA INGRAM Photographers ELIZABETH THOMAS Students are shown at one of the five T.V. sets placed on campus during the Inaugural program Friday when the sche- dule was shortened to permit the entire community to hear President Kennedy's address. not new, but it seems to me that something can be done al- though we have progressed a great deal this year many of the fine girls who are only thinking of leaving now, may well do so in the future. In the first place, we came to Agnes Scott as ladies. A girl of this day and age is a far more sophisticated and mature person than her senior sister was only four years ago. Therefore, we expected that the honor system would be our guarantee that our judgment was to be respected in both our personal and community life at college. Instead we find that in Re- bekah date parlors there are neither light switches nor locks which would not be so disturbing if we could not see that both were actually REMOVED. This situation is an insult to our breeding and to our character. Then too, men's apartments are out-of-bounds. May I ask what could be done there that could not be done in a car? Here we have another case where our own judgment con- cerning the time and situation should be used. Another thing that many of us particularly dislike is the fact that even twenty freshman girls can not go into Atlanta or ride in a taxi at night without a senior. What could a person do? Many of us are far more fa- miliar with Atlanta than some seniors; and certainly we are quite capable of conducting our- selves appropriately on all occasions. In other words, we have found the honor system falling far short of our expectations, for with an honor system it. should not be necessary to have so many trivial rules that, face it, are absurd in this modern age. We feel that the argument pre- sented to us that many girls are not so mature is pointless, for they would not be affected. I feel Chat the individual should be allowed to use her own discretion in all affairs, period. There is one more thing that I feel it is necessary to mention briefly: drinking. To be told that we can not accomplish our aim if drinking were allowed is hard to believe. Look at Vassar, Smith, Sophie Newcomb. Can anyone say that they have not succeeded? I do not think so. Don't mis-understand us; we love Agnes Scott basically, and it is our hope that by remaining here we will bring about these changes that we feel are vital to the life blood of our school. Wednesday, January 25, 1961 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS 3 Paula Wilson is shown preparing statue for her one-man show. On right is one of her horses which conveys "the essence of strength." Interview: Athens 'Real Problem- Newsmen/ University Student Asserts By FRANCES ANDERSON Lydia Wommack, formerly a member of the Class of 1963 who now is a sophomore at the University of Georgia, was visiting on our campus this past weekend. Everywhere she went she was bombarded with questions about the situation in Athens, Georgia. When asked about the rioting, she said, "Some legislators called up " the fraternity houses and asked the brothers to start some- thing. "If any brother were caught his fine would be taken care of. Only a few students created the disturbances. The real problem is created by all the newsmen and photographers who try to stir up trouble. "For example, the day Char- layne Hunter went over to the C. and J. building (the Commerce and Journal Building) to talk to the Deans, we were just standing around waiting to see what was to happen. "A Life photographer was on the steps of the building. He wanted an action picture so he told the students to 'do something so I can take a picture.' "Another example," she con- tinued, "was the way a picture of a hand about to throw a rock appeared in the Atlanta Journal or the Constitution last Wednes- day. "Go look it up/' she told a News reporter. "It was a posed picture." When asked how the students feel about the whole business, Lydia said, "As far as the stu- dents are concerned, everyone is tired. "We would rather not have them (the Negro students) but we don't want all the mess." Wilson To Give Single Art Show In Butt rick Gallery By BETH CRAWFORD Paula Wilson will give the first single art showing ever to be presented by an Agnes Scott student in the Buttrick Gallery, beginning February 24. College Faculty Wires Approval To Aderhold, Faculty at Georgia Ninety percent of the faculty of Agnes Scott College responded to the situation at the University of Georgia last week by mailing a letter of sympathy to the Uni- versity Faculty. President Wallace M. Alston wired President O. C. Aderhold of the University of Georgia in- forming him that the letter was in the mail. "Today ninety percent of the Agnes Scott faculty signed a statement associating themselves in sympathy and comradeship with the faculty of the University of Georgia during these days of con- cern and stress about education in our state. I heartily concur in what our faculty has done. State- ment, follows by mail." The letter, dated January 16, 1961, stated that: "We, the undersigned members of the faculty of Agnes Scott Col lege take this occasion to associate ourselves in sympathy and com- radeship with the faculty of the University of Georgia. "We realize that there are those outside the academic world who by methods of terrorism and violence would accomplish their own ends at the expense of edu- cational institutions. Neverthe- less, we share with you the con- viction that in favorable times and in unfavorable times it is the Sculpture will predominate in a varied exhibit of ceramics, pot- tery and drawings. "What is the sense of art if no one can understand it?" says Paula, going on to explain that she "is, attempting to relate forms to thai which is universal in man." For example, two horses that she has done in stoneware are an effort to convey "the essence of strength." Paula, who is aware of the gen- eral anatomy of horses from her experiences in teaching horseback Traveling Debaters Will Attend Contest Rosemary Kittrell, Doris San- ders, Sharon Atkins and Harriet teacher's prime duty to teach and j Glover, Agnes Scott debaters, will the scholar's first responsibility to g0 to West Georgia for an inter- collegiate debate. Feb. 3-4. This is the first time in 12 years that Pi Alpha Phi has had a travel- ing debate team. continue his learning. We further believe that it is the State's func- tion as preserver of the peace at all times to use every resource to restrain those who practice law- less force and, specifically, to pro- tect and foster the uninterrupted operation of schools and colleges." Seniors Sell Faculty Down The Slaves Sacrifice Dignify For Charity By INA JONES "Going once . . . Going twice . . . SOLD!" Several members of our illustrious faculty and student body heard this famous count-down in fear and trembling at the slave sale. They sacrificed their freedom, their dignity, and their authority for the cause of charity. Miss Kate McKemie even agreed not to say a word all day and roamed the campus in a little girl outfit. Perhaps you saw her and her twin picking up cigarettes from the floor of the Hub. The bidding for Miss Mc- Kemie and Miss Kay Manuel (seniors never split up families) went high. Before the actual auctioning of these two, they proved their abilities: Miss McKemie by standing on her head, Miss Man- uel by demonstrating the perfect swan dive. Sound difficult? It was espe- cially since both performed their feats of magic on the auction table in the Hub! Mr. Leonard Doerpinghaus looked quite a sight on the day of his captivity. Even Old Dog Tray wouldn't claim him. Together he and Miss Sarah Ripy (who, too, would have made even the most liberal-minded won- der) skipped around the dining hall making strange noises and gestures. It was a great day for all math and biology majors! Several students also know from experience the joys of freedom. Molly Schwab, who is now the proud wearer of three badges, pledged her allegiance to Frances Anderson. Sue Aspinall and Andrea Lanier were made to do several manual chores, i.e., wash clothes, carry trays, etc., for their task-masters. The faculty enjoyed the serv- ices of Sue who served their coffee in the faculty dining room, and the students enjoyed dinner music in the rendition of "Dixie" by Andrea. Nickels and dimes fell by the hundreds into the box and Nancy Stone's voice loomed across the Hub (cleverly disguised as an auc- tion booth). Christian Association tried to cut-bid Athletic Association, seniors outbidding freshmen and one or two rich independents. As a result, there are those left with empty pockets and aching sides and those left with some- thing they can never live down. T T T T T T T WHO IS THE BEST-DRESSED 'GIRL ON CAMPUS o o o riding and practice in sketching them, wanted to show in these heavy greys "a variation on the theme of teamness. "The use of harness in organiz- ing the horses gave me an oppor- tunity to work out a relationship in line that gives them a whole- ness." Aside from such practical tasks as constructing and paint- ing the stands on which her work is to be displayed, Paula had the problem of cutting apart this particular piece in order to fire it. Paula has applied to the art schools of Tulane and Clairmont in California where she plans to do graduate study in sculpture. Photographs of her work sent to world renowned sculptor Hen- ry More yielded a letter of com- mendation on her achievement and that of her instructors. "Sorry it took so long to write . . . but here I am/' the eminent artist announced his letter. Mr. More accepts about four apprentices for a three-year period to give him technical assistance. The interest which he has ex- pressed in Paula's work will lead, she hopes, to an opportunity to work with him after the comple- tion of her graduate study. Miss Kate McKemie, slave of senior Alice Boykin, is shown in the Hub Friday trying to entertain the Junior Jaunt snow-man. Among other things, Miss McKemie assisted Social Council in keeping the Hub clean. 4 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, January 25, 1961 CAEDMON RECORDINGS OF THE SPOKEN WORD Featuring Robert Frost W08T 9 A. M. Corsat Records (Formerly Rutland's House of Music) "On the Square in Decatur" Mon. through Thurs. 9:30 a.m. 'til 7 pjn. Sat 'til 6 p.m. Open Fridays 'til Nine Dolphin Club To Present 'Alice' With Cards, Queen, Cat, Hatter By LELIA JONES Climaxing this year's work of the Dolphin Club will be the presentation of their annual water pageant on February 2 and 3. "Alice in Wonderland," the theme of the pageant, is the culmination of four months' work by each of the 35 members and their advisor Miss Kay Manuel. Ranging from the quiet repre-' sentation of Alice dreaming, which features Josie Roden ,to the antics of the white rabbits dressed in white tights and suits, the pro- gram promises to be full of enter- taining characterizations. Throughout the show many dif- ferent moods wil be described in the movements of the swimmers. Solo Kacki Chambers, the president of the club, will portray the stern, severe Queen of Hearts. The violent Mad Hatter will be contrasted by a number in which several members, disguised as cards, will form various patterns in the water. Comedy will enter with Sissy Baumgardner and Sue Grey, the vice-president and secretary-trea- surer respectively, who will inter- pret the characters Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum, while an eerie atmosphere will be provided by the Cheshire Cat. Flowers Scene Showing another facet of their talent will be four Mortar Board members, who will depict the flowers in a garden. Against a backdrop of Wonder- land the performance will open on Thursday, Feb. 2, at 7:30 p.m. On Friday the show, which will be presented at 7:30 p.m., again at 8:45 p.m., will be reserved for sophomores and their parents. The next tryouts for Dolphin Club will be during spring quarter. The requirements are an interest in synchronized swimming and a basic ability to perform. Parents Weekend . . . (Continued from Page 1) The McCain library will be open to parents on Friday and Saturday with the Robert Frost collection on display. But trick Gallery will be open at the same time featuring a faculty exhibit. Sunday morning, February 5, parents will attend church with their daughters. Dinner hour will be from 12:15 1:30. BAILEY'S Shoe Shop 53 Years Ip Decatur Look At Your Shoes 142 Sycamore Street Practicing for one of the num- bers in "Alice in Wonderland/' Dolphin Club members form a rotating wheel. Freshmen To Sponsor Informal Party Jan. 27 Friday, Jan. 27, the freshman class will have an informal party in Rebekah Recreation Room. Boys from various fraternities at Tech and Emory have been invited. ' The party, which will last from 8 to 12 p.m., will not count as a social engagment. The boys do not have to sign in for the party; but if they stay from 12:00 to 12:30, they must be signed in. A stereo set will be provided for records any freshman wishes to bring. There will also be ping-pong and cards for bridge. Social Council hopes that this will become a weekly affair and urges freshmen to make the boys feel at home. Freshmen who would like to help with the preparation may contact Social Council Representatives from their class. French Club Hears Huper Discuss Art "Le Cercle Francais" was held on Tuesday, January 17, at Miss Margaret Phythian's. After the re- freshments were served, Miss Marie Huper showed slides of French art and traced its history leading up to Modern Art. Pam Bevier is president. DECATUR CO-OP CABS 24 Hit. SERVICE Radio Dispatch Call DR 7-1701 DR 7-3866 4 Wednesday, January 25, 1961 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS 5 Committee Offers Plan To Alter Exec Election A committee under the direc- tion of Doris Sanders has been formed to investigate the problem of electing junior Executive Com- mittee members. Members of the committee include Mary Ann Lusk, Nancy Barrett, Betsy Boat- wright, Nancy Rose, Ina Jones and Lynn Denton. "This is a problem which must be discussed and worked out to- gether," stated Sarah Helen High, student body president. Presently, five junior representa- tives to Exec are nominated and elected by the sophomore class and serve as' cottage presidents. Two (secretary and treasurer of the student body) are elected by the whole student body and also serve as cottage presidents. The new plan under considera- tion would involve the election of five junior exec members by the junior class with nominations by the nominating committee and by the student body. Secretary and treasurer would be nominated and elected by the student body as before. The proposal would in no way alter direct junior representa- tion on Exec. Students would file room re- quests for the cottages just as is now done for the dormitories. They would be assigned cottages by their requests and by the size of their group. After election, the five j-jnior executive members, secretary and treasurer of student govern- ment and Miss Scandrett would decide in what cottage these representatives were to live. The new plan would put empha- sis on the selection of junior exec representatives rather than where juniors will live but would still enable each member of the class to live with the group she wants to. Alston To Lead Prayer Service During R. E. Preparation Week "To probe the mystery of His being, to wrestle with the mysteries and tragedies of life, to seek answers for social in- justice or the place of religion on the college campus to struggle with God knowing that His will is good and for- ever trying to discover what that will may be for our world, our communities and for us." Alston, Film Spark Campaign Dinners Savannah and College Park will be the sites next week of area campaign dinners for the Agnes Scott Development Fund. The Savannah dinner is scheduled for Tuesday, Jan. 31, at the Desota Hotel, and the College Park one will be on Thursday, Feb. 2, at the Lakeside Country Club. Two Agnes Scott alumnae, Miss Geraldine LeMay and Mrs. Richard ~L. Hern, are local chairmen for the dinners. Miss LeMay, '29, Phi Beta Kappa member and at present librarian at the Savannah Public Library, is in charge of the Savannah dinner. Mrs. Hern (the former Mary Helen Phillips '49), past president of the Southwest Atlanta Alumnae Club, heads the College Park Com- mittee. Dr. Wallace Alston will speak at the dinners, and the Agnes Scott film, "Quest for Greatness," will be shown. Dr. McCain and Mr. Mc- Nair will also attend. Campaign director W. C. French said that " a good attendance" is expected at the Savannah and Col- lege Park dinners, the 19th and 20th in a series of 46 such functions planned. Campaign dinners are now being organized in New Orleans, Mobile, Atlanta and Knoxville. Bring Shoe Troubles To Clairmont Shoe Repair, Inc. 141 Clairmont Ave. DR 3-3676 Robert Frost and Miss Emma May Laney renew a friendship which began in 1935 when Miss Laney, Professor Emeritus of English at Agnes Scot, first introduced the beloved poet to the campus. O Conner, Alumna's Play To Highlight Arts Festival "For our Arts' Festival we are placing the emphasis upon creative and critical work by the Agnes Scott community, "smiled Betty Bellune, student coordinating chair- man, as she spoke of the 1961 Arts' Festival to be held April 14-22. Working with Betty will be Miss Llewellyn Wilburn, faculty coordi- nating chairman. The first Arts' Festival was held in 1958. Besides the Agnes Scott com- munity, many eastern and southern colleges were invited to partici- pate. This year the festival will be devoted only to the A. S. C. stu- dent body. Alternating every other year with the Arts' Festival is the pro- duction of May Day which is simi- lar to the Arts' Festival, being a production including drama, dance and art. Emphasis Days During this year's festival, two days of emphasis will be placed on each of the three arts. Beginning on April 14 with em- phasis on drama will be the world premier of "Uncle Sam's Cabin" a comedy by alumna Pat Hale, currently associated with the Bar- tar Theater in Abington, Virginia. Plans are also being made for a lecture to be presented by a drama critic and a panel of professional actors. Visual Arts Visual Art will receive special emphasis Apr. 16-17. An exhibit of student work will open on Sunday, Apr. 16. The ex- hibit will be on display throughout the festival. There will be an art lecture, though it is not now known who the speaker will be. Literary The following two days will be devoted to Literary Interests. The ASC Lecture Committee is spon- DECATUR-DeKALB THEATRE Today Through Tues., Jan. 31 "BUTTERFIELD 8" Elizabeth Taylor Eddie Fisher Wed. - Sat., Feb. 1-4 "CINDERELLA" Jerry Lewis L. L. Tucker, Jr., Manager soring John Ciardi, a literary critic for the Saturday Review and author of Mid-Century American Poets, who will lecture Tuesday, April 18, at 8 p.m. A special issue of Aurora will be printed featuring the best art and literature works of the present stu- dent body from the last four years. A panel including Mr. Ciardi and Flannery O'Connor, author of The Violent Bear It Way, will be held Apr. 19. Music And Dance The last two days of the 1961 Arts' Festival will be devoted to music and dance together with a joint production on Friday, Ap^ 21, by the Dance Group and the Music Department. Also included in the schedule is a Master Class in contemporary dance which will be conducted by Mrs. Wallace Wooten, professional dancer under whom Mrs. Nancy Campbell of *-he Department of Physical Education studied at the University of Oregon. The following afternoon there will be an art auction of student and faculty works. To explain fully the real mean- ing of 1961 Arts' Festival, Betty said in conclusion. "We feel that this year, particularly, there is such a great amount of creative talent on campus supplemented by a keen interest in the creative arts too. "This is an opportunity to re- cognize our student artists and to present their works at a time for participation by each member of the campus community, non- artists and artists alike." Will iam H. Rice 111 Sycamore Street Decatur, Ga. Cards, Toys, Party Supplies, Stationery, Wedding Invitations Having a Parry? Paper Napkins - Matches Monog rammed To Order One Day Service This statement from the opening address of Dr. Edward Steimlc, Religious Emphasis Week speaker this year, has been chosen by Christian Association as a defi- nition of the purpose of R. E. Week. "Whether Religious Emphasis Week will be effective is a matter of individual responsibility," stated Pat Flythe, C.A. Faith Chairman. In connection with R. E. Week, Christian Association is planning a period of preparation under Pafs direction. Highlighting the week will be a prayer service on Sunday, Feb. 5, from 5:00-5:30 p.m. led by Dr. Wallace Alston. Other events planned for this period include discussions at hall prayers, using Dr. Steimle's ser- mons given three years ago. Dr. Davison Philips, pastor of Decatur Presbyterian Church, will speak in Wednesday convo- cation. A studend-led worship service will be featured in chapel on Thursday, Feb. 9. Organ Guild Plans Concert For Friday "The Organ Guild is one of the closest groups on campus," says Marguerite Dickert, of a member group in the Atlanta Chapter of the American Guild of Organists. Jan. 27, at 1:30 p.m. is the date for their recital. The campus is invited. Visit or Phone WATSON PHARMACY For Prompt Delivery DR 3-1665 YOUR NEAREST DRUG STORE Blackfriars Presents Films To Raise Money February 9 three films of varied interests will be presented by Blackfriars. The films are part of the Blackfriars' effort to raise money for the Arts Festival. The three films are "The Uni- verse", "Surrealist Hamlet" and "The Eye of the Beholder". "The Universe" has been shown to mem- bers of the Atlanta Astronomy Club. It is presented especially for those interested in science, particu- larly in astronomy. Dr. W. A. Calder and Dr. H. R. Hudson high- ly recommend this film and hope that all their students will be able to see it. "Surrealist Hamlet" produced by Baylor Theater was presented at tjie film festival in Brussels. This 20-minute film will be of interest to art, dance and Shakespeare stu- dents. Murder as seen through the eyes of different people is the subject if "The Eye of the Beholder". Dr. G. E. Rice says that the film is one which psychology and socio- logy students will find particular- ly engrossing. The films will be shown at 2:30, 7 and 9:30 p.m. on Feb. 9. The program will last just over an hour. 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As a consultant to the Maine Municipal Association in 1948 he wrote a report on "Financing Local Government." In the same year he prepared a legislative report on highway needs for the Maine State High- way Commission and in 1950 was a member of Maine's tax study committee, which modernized the state's tax structure. During 1953-54 he was Associ- ate Director of the Citizenship Clearing House of New York Uni- versity Law Center. In 1954-55 he participated in a survey of liberal adult educa- Juniors, Sophomores Lead Junior Jaunt Charity Drive Junior Jaunt is over for another year, but the campus should be "well-pleased", according to Bebe Walker, finance chairman, with the total amount raised for charity. The overall figure is estimated at $1100, excluding expenses. In total amounts raised by each class, the Juniors placed first, the Sophomores came in second, the Seniors were third and the Fresh- men fourth. In the percentage given per stu- dent per class, Bebe said that the Juniors were again first, the Sen- iors second, the Sophomores third and the Freshman fourth. No report is yet available of which charities have been selected by the student body, since votes have not been counted. In the Junior Jaunt skit pro- ductions, the Sophomores won the over-all honors, while the Juniors won the best acting category for the parts played by Molly Dotson and Jo Allison Smith. The Freshman were first in spirit, and the Seniors were said to have "done the most in the least amount of time". Chorus Schedules Two Performances The Glee Club is now working on two concerts which they will give this quarter. The first will be for the opening of the school compaign in Atlanta on Feb. 28. Late in March they will sing with the Georgia Tech chorus in their Spring Concert. tion for the Ford Foundation. Dr. Pelletier has published vari- ous governmental studies, among them contributions to a study on "Presidential Nominating Politics." Preceding Dr. Pelletier's talk at Agnes Scott, the University Cen- ter Political Science Group will meet at 6:30 p.m. in Letitia Pate Evans Dining Hall. At group meetings at the vari- ous colleges of the University Cen- ter, Dr. Pelletier will discuss politi- cal behavior and local government as well as the problem of govern- mental areas. Campus Countdown By KAY ROBERTSON Dear Aggie, Things have quieted down con- siderably in the social field as the winter quarter slump sets in. What would we do without those blessed few to lift our morale with their exciting news! John Nabors has presented Mary Jean Kingborn with a prized Delt pin. John, a sophomore at Georgia Tech, is from Lexington, Missis- sippi. Becky Bruce is now sporting the S.A.E. pin of Jay Githens, a Tech student from Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Caroline Askew has announced her engagement to a Tech grad- uate and is planning a summer wedding. Her fiance is Rufus Hughes, who is now working in Atlanta as an architect. Ramona Cartwright Blackfriars Begins Work on Two Plays Blackfriars has begun produc- tion of "Uncel Sam's Cabin/' written by an Agnes Scott grad- uatte about the international set in Istanbul, to be presented during the Fine Arts Festival in April. At the same time they are working on two one-act plays, still in the planning stage. DICKSON'S Across From the Decatur Theater Hearn's Jewelry Co. 131 Sycamore St. China Crystal Sterling Silver Watches Diamonds Watch and Jewelry Repair Dr. 7-5133 Decatur, Ga. Flattering Hair Cuts Soft Fluffy Permanents Call For Appointment Jerry's Beauty Salon One Block From School 215 Church Street DR. 3-5361 C. A. members valiantly guard their goal from the "more athletic" girls on campus as they continue cage contest with A.A. Two Boards Show Prowess; A.A. Challenges C.A. To Duel By INA JONES Perhaps the student body needs a little background on the basketball game played between Christian Association and Athletic Association last night in the gym. This year at retreat, C.A challenged A.A. to a tug-of-war, We A.A. board members were quite amused at the audacity of C.A. to even con- sider compet- ing with us campus athletes (with the excep- tion of Nancy Gheesling) . After all, there is a big differ- ence between A.A. and C.A. It's our duty to be strong and skillful while theirs is . . . well we just thought our interests were too different. Anyway, they named the place and date. The battle was long and bloody. As the smoke cleared, gales of laughter went up from the stands as C.A. walked off the field victorious and left the A.A. Ath- letes to bear the ridicule of the mob. At our request they returned to vie with us again and again, and each time C.A. won. We tried every method and technique known and even had coaching lessons from our rivals. Glamour Personified Who? No use. So, you see, A.A. had to cast down the glove before C.A. in order to uphold its honor. As I write this article now, I do not know to whom the cham- pionship went last night. If you know, and it happened to be Christian Association, do me a favor and just keep it real quiet! The Next Issue The Agnes Scott News' Will Appear Feb. 8. Ellington Grocery Co. 307 E. College Ave- DR 7-3841-3842 NEWS of the WEEK in By HELEN EVERETT Washington: John Fitzgerald Kennedy was sworn in as 35th President of the United States by Chief Justice of the Supreme Court Earl Warren. Havana: Premier Fidel Castro proclaimed an end to the nation's invasion-scare mobilization and said he hoped the Kennedy ad- ministration would mean an era of better relations in the world. New York: Thomas A. Dooley, co-founder of Medico and dynamic jungle doctor, died at the age of 34 of cancer. New Delhi, India: Defense Min- inster V. K. Krishna Menon de- clared that Communist China's attitude in its border dispute with India has cast doubt on the whole concept of peaceful coexistence. London: Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip have departed for a 39-day royal tour of India, Paki- stan, Nepal, and Iran. 1 tf&m CORHtR b k Simply A Wonderful I Sportswear OPEN DAILY 9:305:30 1 133 Sycamore St. 1 "On The Square" In Decatur DRake 7-4913 DRake 3-4922 DECATUR CAKE BOX Belle Miller Florist - Baker - Caterer 112 Clairmont Avenue Decatur, Ga. 10% Discount on Birthday Cakes for Agnes Scott Girls The independent college belongs to those who be- lieve in it. It can have no other ownership. It has flourished through the centuries because every generation raises up people who understand its power for good. Rooted in this faith, steadfast, humane, the inde- pendent college abides as a citadel of the unfettered mind and spirit. AGNES SCOn COLLEGE Founded 1889 An independent liberal arts college for women of highest rank academically, located in the Atlanta metropolitan area. The Agnes Scott New VOL. XL VI AGNES SCOTT COLLEGE, DECATUR, GEORGIA, Wednesday, February 8, 1961 No. 11 R. E. Week Will Begin February 1 3 Steimle To Emphasize 'Christian Life Through Talks, Discussions, Services SteimleTo Fulfill Invitation Of Three Years Standing By MILDRED LOVE The Reverend Edmund A. Steimle, Religious Emphasis Week speaker, is no stranger to the Agnes Scott College campus. In 1958, he conducted Religious Emphasis Week, and he returned to the campus to speak in convocation and to hold a Sophomore Fireside Chat during the winter quarter of 1959. Actually, the campus community has known of Dr. Steimle's 1961 visit for two years since he was requested to return shortly after he left in 1958. Born in Allentown, Pennsylva- nia, Dr. Steimle received his A.B. degree from Princeton University and earned his M.A. from the University of Pennsylvania. He earned his B. D. degree at the Lutheran Theological Seminary. Three other colleges have con- ferred degrees upon him: Wag- ner College, D.D.; Muhlenberg College, Litt.D ; and Roanoke College, LL.D. Having been a teaching fellow at the Lutheran Theological Semi- nary for two years, Dr. Steimle went to the Lutheran Church of Our Saviour in Jersey City in 1935 and on to the University Lutheran Church, Cambridge, Massachu- setts, in 1940. In the latter position, he was pastor for Lutheran students of the Boston area including Har- vard, M.I.T., Wellesley, and Rad- cliffe. Since 1952, Dr. Steimle has been Professor of Practical The- ology at the Lutheran Theologi- cal Seminary in Philadelphia. He is now Brown Professor of Homiletics Elect at Union The- ological Seminary in New York. For the past three summers, Dr. Steimle has been on the NBC Art of Living program. This coming summer he will be on their na- tional Radio Pulpit. For the past six years, Dr. Steimle has spoken on the United Lutheran Series of 'the Protestant Hour. In addition to articles in re- ligious publications, Dr. Steimle has compiled a volume of sermons, Are You Looking for God?. Scott Musicians Plan SAI Convention Here Agnes Scott College will be host to the state convention of Sigma Alpha Iota music fraternity on Feb. 18. The S.A.I, delegates will be guests at luncheon in the dining hall and will then attend a busi- ness meeting. Officers will lead group discus- sion on problems related to S.A.I, activities. Aft::- th? meeting the repre- sentatives will participate in a music program in Presser. The group will then attend a tea at the home of Mrs. Carl Johnson, patro- ness of S.A.I. Chapters from Georgia Woman's College, the University of Georgia, Wesleyan and Georgia Southern College will be among those send- ing delegates. Religious Emphasis Week, Feb. 13-17, will be led by Dr. Edmund A. Steimle on the theme 'This Strange Walk With God." In a letter to Nina Marable, R. E. Week chairman, the speaker states: "I want to deal with the problem of what it actually means to live what we are pleased to call a 'Christian life.' T want to explain some of the 'News' To Sponsor Competition For Campus Best Dressed Girl The Agnes Scott News will sponsor a competition for the best-dressed girl on campus at the request of Glamour magazine. The student selected will be entered in the 1961 search for the 'Ten Best-Dressed College Girls in America," sponsored annually by the magazine. Winners will receive a two- week all expense paid trip to New York to be photographed for the August college issue. The News will submit three photographs of the local winner showing a typical on-campus out- fit, off-campus daytime outfit and a party costume. Criteria for selection include:* good figure, posture; well-kept hair; imagination on clothes bud- get; impeccable grooming; appro- priate campus look; understand- ing of fashion type; individuality of wardrobe; workable wardrobe plan; neat make-up; appropriate off-campus look. The local competition will be based on class nominations with committee selections. Finalists will be interviewed. An informal fashion show will spotlight the nominees in their various costumes, though no date has been selected yet. Magazine Features Mural By Warren Ferdinand Warren, head of the Agnes Scott art department and academician of the National Academy of Design, is featured in the February issue of American Artist. Highlighting his mural, the article illustrates the planning, exe- cution and ideas behind his quality project for Foote and Davies, an Atlanta printing house. Mr, Warren has just completed a one-man show at the New Arts Gallery in Atlanta. usual terms associated with it in the hope that, fresh light may be thrown upon them, and also to indicate that this 'Christian life' is not as simple as people are sometimes led to think that it ought to be." Monday, Feb. 13, during chapel Miss Winter and Carey Bowen will direct a choral reading. Opening Service At 8 p.m. the opening worship service of R. E. week will be held in Gaines Chapel. Dr. Alston will officiate. The title of Dr. Steimle's sermon is "When the Neighbor is Yourself." The choir from the Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, under the direction of Richard E. Sieber, will sing. Immediately following the serv- ice, there will be a reception in Rebekah Scott Reception Room. Tuesday, Feb. 14, Dr. Steimle will speak on "No Proxies." The schedule will be jammed on Tues- day, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday. From 2-4 p.m. Dr. Steimle will hold personal conferences in the guest suite in Walters. (Continued on Page 4) Debate Club Sends Students to Tourney Pi Alpha Phi sent a delegation to the West Georgia Tourney last week-end. Participants were Sha- rcn Atkins and Lyn Horn, affirm- ative team; and Doris Sanders and Rosemary Kittrell, negative team. Ellen Hines represented ASC in the persuasive speaking competi- tion. Later this month, teams from Pi Alpha Phi will attend the Azalea Tourney in Mobile, Ala- bama, contending with debaters from the top schools of the nation. Frost Adds Of Peril of On his recent visit to Agnes Scott College, Robert Frost added another piece to the library's col- lection of his poems. This poem, called "Peril of Hope," is not yet a finished work and can not be found in any of his published books. The copy in the library is in the poet's own handwriting and was taken from one of Mr. Frost's notebooks. When Robert Frost gave the poem to Mrs. Edna Byers, libra- rian, he remarked that a similar piece of paper had recently been sold at an auction in Chicago for $1,100. The poem as it now reads: PERIL OF HOPE It is right in there Betwixt and between The orchard bare And the orchard green. Comes a coming out Of a flowery promise You hate to doubt Like a doubting Thomas. * But ifs overdone It acts possessed By pan for one By bees the rest. And there's not a clime But at any cost May take that time For a night of Frost. Original Copy Hope' To ASC 3j h 1^4/ Mum Fiji*. U^jl/ Sj /uif* 2 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, February 8, 1961 Third World War President John Kennedy at this point has not uttered a single bombast on America's future. He has been downright agnostic, though he has tempered it with optimism and hope. Domestically, as Harriet Smith's "Nationally Speaking" points out, we are not in top condition. From the international viewpoint, we are in an even more doubtful position. That we are in a conflict of overwhelming proportions with the U.S.S.R., et al, can not rationally be doubted. While it may be more comforting to minimize the struggle, it is also self-de- luding to the point of being deathly. An article in the current Reader's Digest exposes America's international condition by saying that we are now in a third world war. The author quotes Khrushchev's state- ment that Russia is much less interested in traditional warfare than in the slower but more effective struggle for minds. Americans understand physical combat, the author says, but we do not really conceive of the other, more subtle variety. A case in point is Castro. Two years ago he was a redeemer, a hero for freedom, a patriot who measured well by America's standards. This summer Edward Tomlinson, author and commenta- tor who is recognized as .an outstanding authority on Latin African affairs, told us that he had been literally hooted two years ago when he suggested that Castro was a Com- munist. "It's a rather grim pleasure to be able to say 'I told you so,' 99 he said. Americans can be duped. It is obvious that the Communists are past masters in camouflaging their ideology. They have turned their propaganda into America's chief consumption product more than once. Can we fight if we do not recognize the enemy, if we are not sure there is an enemy? Self-preservation and the obligation of freedom command our militant attention. We do not have to join the women's armed services to play our role in what is now the community of the world. But we must arm ourselves with knowledge. E.T. Courage To Be For The syndicated cartoonist Mort Walker spoke analogously to us in his burlesque satire of army life of this past Sunday. The dialogue went something like this: Rocky, why don't you get a haircut? Because the world bugs me, Daddy O I mean, it's a drag man. The bomb's a bomb and conformity's not for us cats! You dig me? I mean, coffee is grey-flannel . . . expresso is the most! Sneakers are in, Charlie! And sweaters are in orbit! This is my way of protesting, Max . . . and verily I do protest! Gosh, if you have any gripes, why don't you talk to the Inspector General? He comes here every month just to listen to all the protests the men have. You mean I've been going around looking like a bum, talking like a nut, and drinking bitter coffee all this time for nothing? This is not to imply that the News is or should become merely a "gripe sheet." We feel, however, that it is of utmost importance that channels of communication remain open that honest criti- cism be aired and dealt with rather than stifled. i Neither can we remain silent as personal labels are pasted on one who chooses to voice dissent. Suffice it to say that we all have been aroused from the lethargy of habit. Any criticism of the atmosphere in which we find ourselves here should be accepted with its inherent value clearly understood, i.e., that the unexamined lift is not worth living. Some of the opinions that were expressed in the "Campus Beat" guest column found unspoken assent from the more reticent mem- bers of that mystical body, "the campus community." Much of the candor of the language used and most of the precise objections raised found violent disagreement and harsh, branding criticism from other quite sincere students. In spite of th? criticism or perhaps because of we are re- minded of the central idea of Dr. Pepperdene's Investiture speech, "the courage to be for." This is the type of vital commitment which requires a personal surrender to the ridicule of the uncommitted as well as the aware- ness of humiliation in "those eyes that fix you in a formulated phrase." The non-conformist's attitude as seen in the cartoon finds expres- sion in symbolic defiance if there is not an opportunity provided for objective discussion. If we can hear criticism strip it of its rationalizations and pro- jections, and then come up with rational, mature, irrefutable answers then ours is a working conviction. The principle is not that we knew "what we were getting into" when we chose Scott. A vital commitment is one which must be con- stantly opened and probed, subjected to examination, lest it fester and infect the whole body. L.B.S. Freshman McCurdy Sees Certain 'Freedom' In Rules, Honor System By JEAN McCURDY Guest Columnist After last week's Agnes Scott News came out, a number of freshmen began discussing our ideas about Agnes Scott and her ideals, standards and rules. What did we expect of an Honor System? Were we disappointed in what we found it to be at Agnes Scott? Do we feel that many of the rules are absurd for girls of our breeding and intellect? We came to the conclusion that .Agnes Scott had not disappointed us in her honor system; but rather, that we were indeed "free to live in truth and honor." We all agreed that an honor system with no standards and regulations upon which to be based would not be effective. As for rules, we all knew about the apartment policy, the drinking policy, and all of the basic rules of the college be- fore we came. We feel that we have come to an especially fine and unique col- lege; and we must remember in comparing it with other women's schools that its aim is not neces- sarily the same as, or even simi- lar to that of another college. Certainly the administrative, faculty, and student organiza- tions that make and revise the rules understand Agnes Scotfs aim and function in the com- munity much better than we freshmen who still have much to learn about college life. We do think that there are some rules which are unneces- sary; but we do not feel insulted by their existence. We saw evidence of the college's readiness to keep up with student needs in the permission v recently granted allowing smoking with dates in the Rebekah date par- lors and the addition of a study smoker. And any upperclassman can tell us how much more lenient the freshmen rules have been this year than ever before. To me, this is evidence of the col- lege's desire and ability to keep up with the times rather than of the increasing maturity of each freshman class. Finally, we feel that the longer we stay here at Agnes Scott, the more we will love the college and feel a part of her spirit and standards which may still seem a bit strange to us. And the better we understand the ideals behind all the rules, the better we will be able to deter- mine which rules should be changed and how. The Agnes Scott News Published weekly except holidays nnd examination periods, by the students of Affne* Scott College. Office on second Poor Murphey Candler BuiHintr. Entered as second class matter at the Decatur. Georpria. post office. Subscription price Kjjr * 2 C Vy - 10 -.- ESTHER THOMAS KS&,SPttr MARY JANE MOORE Byrd Sets Deadline For Festival Issue "We are relying on the student body to produce enough good poems and short stories for the discussion by John Ciardi and Flannery O'Connor on the after- noon of Apr. 19", say Joan Byrd Aurora editor. Students are urged to submit their best work even if it has ap- peared previously in Aurora. Tentative plans have been made to honor the literary contributors to the issue together with Aurora iterary staff, members of Folio and B.O.B., and the English faculty with a tea to meet Miss O'Connor and Mr. Ciardi. In addition to the work to be discussed during the Festival, the issue will include critical writing and essays. The Festival issue will give greater prominance. to art than has been possible in the past. Nationally Speaking Economy Hits Low Level, Kennedy Offers New Plan By HARRIET SMITH A curious malady is plaguing the U. S. economy today. National production is at an all-time high, yet the number one domestic problem facing the new administration is a steady increase in unemployment. About half of the 5.7 million un- employed people live in six states. Older men, 45 and over, are more numerous among the un- employed than young men. Some 15 mil- lion Americans live in almost a hundred areas officially classed as "depressed." The answer to this phenome- non is expressed by most econ- omists in one word: machines. Every day a new machine takes over the work once done by men. For example, 60 per cent more automobiles are produced today with no more workers than in 1947. Twelve men in a modern steel mill produce a ton of steel in an hour; it took 20 men to do the same job in 1941. Men in heavy industry are not the only victims of new machinery. Electronic computers and cal- culating devices are at work handling payrolls, reading sales slips, keeping inventory, process- ing insurance claims, sorting bank checks, sending out bills and writing receipts. Meanwhile, the line outside un- employment offices is growing and will continue to grow unless some way is found to create new jobs requiring the labor of men. Of course, the immediate problem is relief for the "de- pressed areas." Surplus food commodities are warding off starvation, but men can accept aid only so long without sacri- ficing their pride. In the long run, the problem must be attacked at its roots. Thus far, the Kennedy administra- tion has proposed four possible solutions: (1) Give fast tax write-offs to fiims building in depressed areas, (2) Lend local governments money to build plants and facili- ties for new industry, (3) Provide Federal funds for vocational training, and (4) Create a youth conservation corps. Actually, the problem is not peculiar to our age. The industrial revolution is constantly overtaking man and forcing him to seek new horizons. U. of Chicago's Rippy Talks on Latin-America "Kind . . . gentle . . . active . . . one of the outstanding scholars in Lation American history," says Dr. Walter B. Posey of one of his col- lege professors, Dr. J. Fred Rippy. The Department of History, through the auspices of the Uni- versity Center of Georgia, brings Dr. Rippy, Professor Emeritus of History from the University of Chicago, to speak on "The Present State of Latin-American Affairs" Feb. 20, at 3 p.m. Dr. Rippy received his B. A. and M.A. from Vanderbilt University and his Ph. D. from the University of California. His specialties are the history of the Americans and American For- eign Relations. As author and co-author, some of his books include United States And Mexico, 1931; Historical Evolution Of Hispanic America, 1945; Latin America; Land of Conquest And Turmoil, 1958; British Investments In Latin- America, 1959. Dr. Rippy has taught at Duke University and at the University of Chicago, where Dr. Posey was one of his students. Recently retired. Dr. Rippy spends his time writing and lectur- ing. Programs To Mark Founder's Birthday Founder's Day ceremonies begin Wednesday, Feb. 22, with a con- vocation address by president of the alumnae association, Dr. Eleanor Hutchens, '40. Events commemorating the birthday of the founder of Agnes Scott College, George Washington Scott, will include a visit to the campus from five Atlanta alum- nae clubs. Meetings The other 30 alumnae clubs will also be holding Founder's Day meetings during the week. Speakers include: Dr. Walter Posey in Columbia, S. C, and Greenville. S. C; Miss Marie Huper in Birmingham, Ala.; Miss Leslie Gaylord in Chattanooga, Tenn.; Miss Ann Worthy Johnson in Memphis, Term, and Athens, Ga.; and Miss Dorothy Weakley in Nashville, Tenn. Virginia Celebration Miss Roberta Winter will speak to a joint meeting of the Virginia clubs when they observe Founder's Day in the spring. The Editors regret that we did i * not have space enough to pub- < j I lish the many letters received 1 j this week. } | A A A A A A AAAAAAAAA.A.A.A.A.AAAA > The next issue of The Agnes Scott News will appear Feb. 22." A A. A A. A. A, A. . PHILIP BETRAND SWART "This makes it even," said Dr. K. W. Swart, history professor. With the arrival of Philip Bert- rand on Monday, Jan. 30, at 7:06 a.m., the Swart family now has four children, two girls and two boys. Philip weighed 10 lbs. 12 oz. at I birth and measured 22H in. Wednesday, February 8, 1961 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS 3 Lear Seeks 'Symbolic' In Festival Poster Art Posters and the program cover for the Arts Festival will be stu- dent-designed, the festival commit- tee has announced. A contest is currently open to any student who has an original design. "We want an eye-catching theme picture that is symbolic of the whole festival," Marsha Lear stated. Designs can be any simple color combination or black-and-white but should be unusual. They are to includa all phases of the Arts Festival: music, art, literature and drama. Both the symbol and lettering must be submitted to a box in the mailroom by Friday, Feb. 10. The committee will choose the win- ning design soon after the contest closes. CftSdftt COMR Simply Wonderful Sportswear OPEN DAILY 9:305:30 133 Sycamore St. "On The Square" In Decatur Gallery To Feature Probst Art; Paintings To Broaden RE Week A number of the paintings of Joachim Probst will be on display in the third floor Buttrick gallery beginning Monday evening, Feb. 13, as part of R. E. week. The works will be on display daily from 2-5 p.m. until Feb. 24. Joachim Probst, 47 year old American, has painted in New York during the last twenty >ears. His painting is highly sub- jective and imaginative. Probst is a self-taught artist in that he has not studied in any institution; however, he is influ- enced by the style of Rembrandt. In Paris, in 1957, Andre Mai- raux spent two hours with ten of Probst's painting, and said that he is possibly the greatest American painter of our time. Probst has been called a "mys- tic expressionist" an "abstract expressionist" whose subject mat- ter is the "soul of tragic man- kind." Bennet Schiff of the New DECATUR CO-OP CABS 24 HR. SERVICE Radio Dispatch Call DR 7-1701 DR 7-3866 COPt RIG"! .961. THE COCA-COLA COMPANY COCA-COLA AND COKE ARE REGISTERED TRADEMARKS BETWEEN FRIENDS... There's nothing like a Coke- Get that refreshing new feeling with Coke! Atlanta Coca-Cola Bottling Co. York Post says of him, "Joachim Probst is his paintings. "He is a man facing his sou] every time he approaches his can- vas." The paintings to be displayed include the Study for Great Descent, Red Cloud Christ, Bull Christ (number 1), Purple Cru- cifix, Ring Crucifix, Christ in Sorrow, Christ Scourged, and the Circle Christ Head (num- ber 2). Probst paintings are owned by such diverse collectors as Nelson Rockefeller, Mervyn LeRoy, Lo- retta Young and Polly Bergen. Indicative of their religious im- pact may be found in the fact that the Methodist Student Cen- ter at Duke University and the Wesley Foundation at the Uni- versity of North Carolina spon- sored Probst's Southern debut last year in the Student Union Build- ing at Duke. Probst is represented by David and Manuel Greer of the Collec- tor's Gallery in New York. His paintings are currently on loan from the gallery. Bring Shoe Troubles To Clairmont Shoe Repair, Inc. 141 Clairmont Ave. DR 3-3676 DECATUR-DeKALB THEATRE MONDAY - TUESDAY Feb. 13 & 14 "CARRY ON NURSE" Tues., Feb. 14, is Sweetheart Day at the Decatur-DeKalb All adult males purchasing tickets will have their "Sweet- hearts admitted free of charge STARTING WEDNESDAY Feb. 15 "WHERE THE BOYS ARE" Delores Hart George Hamilton In Color DR. ROBIN WILLIAMS rTTTTTTTTTTT-rTTTTTTTT-T :Campus Countdown By KAY ROBERTSON Mason Collier, '63, is the wife of Dick Fogg of Big Stone Gap, Virginia. Mason and Dick were married during Dick's semester break from the University of Vir- ginia and are now residing in Charlottesville. Ben Harris came all the way from Alabama to present Martha Lambeth, '61, with his Phi Delta pin. Ben is t graduate of David- son and is now in law school at Alabama. Also, Virginia Johnson, '61, is engaged to Gary Braswell, who at- tended Purdue and is a senior at Georgia Tech. Virginia and Gary arc planning a fall wedding. Jere (Zolly) Zollicoffer gave Judy Hawley, '63, his S.A.E. pin. Zolly is a sophomore at Georgia Tech. Ellington Grocery Co. 307 E. College Ave. DR 7-3841-3842 Williams To Lecture On Student Values Dr. Robin Williams, visiting University Center lecturer, will speak here on Feb. 23-24. Dr. Williams now heads the de- partment of Sociology and An- thropology at Cornell University in Ithaca, New York. As past president of the Ameri- can Sociological Society, he has served on national and interna- tional committees concerned with education and underdeveloped areas. Student Values He is especially interested in re- search on student values. This area will be a topic for one of his discussions. Among the many books he has written, the best-known is Ameri- can Society. In speaking of his ability as a lecturer, Miss Anna Green Smith of the ASC Sociology Department said, "He is a provocative speaker, and I am sure the student body will enjoy hearing him." Faculty Lecture On Feb. 23, ASC will entertain the University Center professors of sociology at 6:30 p.m. Dr. Wil- liams will be the guest speaker. The following day he will lec- ture in chapel on "Recent Social Changes in American Society." At 4 p.m. he will hold a seminar using as his topic "Research in Student Attitudes and Values." Groube To Lecture On Plato's Theories Dr. G. M. A. Groube, professor of classics at the University of Toronto, will speak on "Plato's Philosopher King" at 8 p.m., Feb. 28, in Maclean Auditoium. Author of two books, Plato's Thought and Euripedes, Groube will base his speech on philosophy, though his current interest is anci- ent literary criticism. TTTTTTTTTT-^ 'TTTTTTTT The "Silhouette" wants * your candid shots of^ I campus life credits will; I be given. DRake 7-4913 DRake 3-4922 DECATUR CAKE BOX Belle Miller Florist - Baker - Caterer 112 Clairmont Avenue Decatur, Ga. 10% Discount on Birthday Cakes for Agnes Scott Girls Bottled under authority of The Coca-Cola Company by The independent college belongs to those who be- lieve in it. It can have no other ownership. It has flourished through the centuries because every generation raises up people who understand its power for good. Rooted in this faith, steadfast, humane, the inde- pendent college abides as a citadel of the unfettered! mind and spirit. AGNES SCOn COLLEGE Founded 1889 An independent liberal arts college for women of highest rank academically, located in the Atlanta metropolitan area. 4 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, February 8, 1961 One Out of Ten' It Could Be You By LELIA JONES "One out of every ten of you will be mentally ill . . ." This statement was made by one of the speakers at a recent ath- letic convention attended by several A. A. members This means that between sixty and seventy students at Scott will be mentally sick sometimes during their lives. Not a pleasant thought. The solution that the speak- er gave? Recre- ation. At Scott I be- lieve this could be narrowed down to physical recreation. By physical recreation I mean anything that involves a good anatomical workout and is en- joyable enough to take one's mind far away from thoughts of coming tests, papers due, dead- lines of one kind or another to meet. For different individuals the need can be fulfilled in various forms a team sport, swimming, ice-skating, bicycling, or just plain walking. It doesn't make any difference what it is. Anything that can momen- tarily lift a person above the daily pressures, academic or otherwise. A person who develops the habit of getting a reasonable amount of physical exercise in college will tend to make it a part of her life after graduation. Needless to say, there are immeasurable rewards, both pres ent and future. At Scott everyone's exposed to and can easily take advan- tage of the many facilities offered. The swimming pool is open daily. Bicycles are gen- erally available. The tennis courts are very seldom full. The area around Scott is ideal for walking. For those who say they don't have time take time. Don't be the one out of every ten. Spanish Club Plans Pan-Am Gathering Agnes Scott College will be host to a meeting of the Circulo His- pano-Americano on Wednesday, Feb. 22, at 7:45 p.m. in Walters recreation room. The club, a group of 60 Spanish-speaking Latins and Americans of Atlanta, including faculty from the Agnes Scott Spanish Department, meets once a year on campus. The program will begin with choral readings of a group of Africo-Cuban poems which demon- strate the African influence on Spanish poetry. Hilda Herzog, ASC student from Equador, will speak on "Equador, une Pais de Con- trastes." Songs will be presented by the Spanish Club, including numbers with guitar accompaniment by Miss Helen Sewell, '56, who will at- tend the University of Indiana next year to complete her doctorate in folk lore. Hostesses for the meeting in- clude Spanish Department faculty members Miss Muriel Harn, Miss Melissa Cilley, Mrs. E. M. Dunstan and Miss Eloise Herbert. Special invitations have been ex- tended to several members of the Pan-American Club of Georgia Tech and to Cuban refugees of At- lanta. R. E. Week . . . (Continued from Page 1) At 5 p.m. Tuesday, Dr. Steimle will lead a discussion with the freshmen in Walters Recreation Room. Tuesday night there will be a Hub discussion. In Wednesday convocation "What Does 'Faith' Really Mean?" will be the title of Dr. Steimle's talk. Dr. Steimle will hold con- ferences from 2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m. From 9:30-10:30, Dr. Steimle will participate in another Hub discussion. On Thursday, Feb. 15, Dr. Steimle will talk on "Asking God the Right Questions." Following chnp e i ( Dr. Steimle will be in the Hub for discussion. Day Students At 12:30. he will have lunch with the day students, followed by a discussion in Walters. From 3-4 p.m., he will have conferences with a Hub discussion that night. Friday morning Dr. Steimle's address will be "The Paradox in Living Like a Christian." Communion Service The week will close with a com- munion service in Maclean at 6:45 p.m. "God's Surprises" will be the title of his communion meditation. DICKSON'S Across From the Decatur Theater Visit or Phone WATSON PHARMACY For Prompt Delivery DR 3-1665 YOUR NEAREST DRUG STORE Flattering Hair Cuts Soft Fluffy Permanents Call For Appointment Jerry's Beauty Salon One Block From School 215 Church Street DR. 3-5361 PRINTING Business Stationery Personal Stationery Announcements Placards Your Particular Job the Way You Want It New Era Publishing Co. HearrTs Jewelry Co. 131 Sycamore St. China Crystal Sterling Silver Watches Diamonds Watch and Jewelry Repair Dr. 7-5133 Decatur, Ga. Parents Swarm Campus For Sophomore Weekend By CAROLE JACKSON Flooding the campus last weekend, visitors came from near and far to participate in the third annual Sophomore Parents Weekend. Entire families travelled through snow and ice to enjoy the special activities. Many were seeing Agnes Scott for the first time. After registration in Walters, parents toured the campus, at- tended classes, and met faculty and administration members. Walters and Hopkins dormi- tories were open for visitors. Fathers and brothers roamed the halls, sometimes to the con- sternation of seniors not com- pletely dressed. "Is the coast clear?" was the cry often heard. A full slate of activities was planned for the parents. Friday night Dolphin Club presented a colorful water pageant, "Alice in Wonderland. ' After attending classes and the traditional Thanksgiving William H. 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(ACROSS FROM DEPOT) SPECIAL AT STORE ONLY .j j 0|# ANY PLAIN SHORT GARMENTS (ANY COLOR) s 1.00 CALL DR 3-1606 FOR PICK-UP & DELIVERY Decatur Laundry and Cleaners 250 Trinity Place, Decatur, Georgia The Agnes Scott News VOL. XL VI AGNES SCOTT COLLEGE, DECATUR, GEORGIA, Wednesday, February 22, 1961 No. 12 ASC Campaign Moves To Atlanta Trustees Ask 1 700 Guests To Hear Sibley At Dinner Ellen Hines and Ethel Gilmore are shown with the newest friend of the college, 'Modig/ 'Modig' Becomes Campus Favorite "She's like a work of art a few may own her, but she belongs to everybody," said Ethel Gilmore, co-adopter of a black mongrel who befriended the campus early last week. "Modig/' short for Modigliana, was traced through vaccina- tion tags to her former owners, who said they "gave her away," By LYNNE LAMBERT Agnes Scott College's "vision of greatness" is well on its way toward becoming an actu- ality as the campaign for the Atlanta areas get under way. A dinner to be held at the. Dinkier Plaza Hotel on February 28 will launch the active phase of the campaign which lasts over a four-week period. Behind-the-scene preparations for the full enactment of the campaign plans are in the hands of three different committees working over the past several weeks. A General Organization Com- mittee composed of two hundred alumnae in this area under the chairmanship of Mrs. Joseph Read met yesterday at the Piedmont Driving Club for a luncheon and work session connected with the campaign. After the area dinner these She wandered on campus early last week, jingling her tags at each friendly pat on the head. Ethel, Mary Ellen Barnes, Ellen Hines and Nancy Stone adopted her. They bought two week's supply of "real meat" dog food, a double dish for feeding and drinking, and a wicker sleeping basket for the puppy who kept following them around. "We were debating whether or not to get her the basket, but she just climbed in and didn't want to get out, so we got that too," Ellen Hines said. They also bought a collar and a woven green plastic leash. Until Friday, Modig lived in a Hub alcove, going outside to chase pigeons and chew sticks, return- ing to greet her friends with a nuzzle after classes. Friday she disappeared. Ellen and Ethel called the local pound and left a description. "I don't want her left there," Ethel told the official, who said the truck didn't come in until 6 p.m. They requested that he call if Modig has been abducted. Saturday she reappeared. "I couldn't really find out anything," Janice Henry report- ed last Thursday. As chairman of the Hub Committee, she had been requested to investigate Modig's presence on campus. A member of the Dean's staff told the News that a regulation prohibited pets in dormitories. "This includes the Hub," she said. A review of the Student Hand- book did not produce the regula- tion. The supervisor of dormitories could not be reached by press time. Modig's basket and dishes had disappeared Sunday, though she was still seen wandering on camp- us. Whether Modig will still be holding out her white-tipped paws to her friends today is un- certain. Tradition reports that former friends of the campus have been abruptly removed on request to the Decatur dog-catcher. Williams of Cornell To Address Chapel Dr. Robin Williams, head of the Department of Anthropology and Sociology at Cornell University will speak in chapel Friday on "Some Major Social Changes in American Society." Dr. Williams is visiting Agnes Scott College as Visiting Scholar for the University Center. While here, he will lead a seminar and a faculty discussion in addition to his talk in chapel. All students are invited to hear Dr. Williams on Friday when he will hold a seminar on "What Social Science Has Learned About Student Values and Attitudes" in the Faculty Conference Room at 4 p.m. He will address the faculty at dinner on Thursday. High Reports Dates For SGA Elections Student Government President Sarah Helen High has announced the schedule for posting nomina- tions and for the election of Stu- dent Government officers for the 1961-1962 session. The nominating committee is presently in sesssion and will be meeting until Mar. 25, when the committee nominations will be posted. Thursday, Mar. 23, is the day for popular nominations. Mar. 27 Student Government Secretary Judy Holloway will post the vital statistics on the General Bulletin Board in the mail room. Monday. Apr. 3, begins Election week. COMBO PARTY Saturday, 3-5 p.m. HUB 25c Admission Distinguished Alumna Speaks In Cnnvncatiun Miss Eleanor Hutchens, '40, president of the Agnes Scott Alumnae Association and speaker for Founder's Day convocation, is called one of Agnes Scott's most distinguished alumna by Miss Ann Worthy Johnson, director of Alumnae Affairs. An English and Greek major at Agnes Scott, Miss Hutchens was elected to Mortar Board and to "Who's Who in American Colleges and Universities," and served as first Editor-in-Chief of the newly named Agnes Scott News. Prior to her editorship, the pa- per was named The Agonistic. Miss Hutchens was a leader in the campaign to change the name, as the newspaper was too often spelled "Agnostic." Journalism Career The year after her graduation Miss Hutchens was asked to re- turn as Director of Publicity for the college. In 1942, in addition to her post here, she served as News Editor of the DeKalb New Era, the Decatur newspaper. She returned to her home town, Huntsville, Alabama, in 1944 to serve as City Editor of the Hunts- ville Times, and after Christmas of that year attended the Univer- sity of Pennsylvania to complete her Master's Degree in English. In 1948 Miss Hutchens returned to ASC and filled both positions of Director of, Alumnae Affairs and Director of Publicity. Academic Degrees Her summer of 1950 was spent in study at Oxford University, England, and in the '54-'55 aca- demic year, she resigned from ASC to receive her Ph.D. in Eng- lish at the University of Pennsyl- vania in 1957. Since receiving her doctorate, Miss Hutchens has been a member of the faculty at the University of Alabama Center in Huntsville. will begin their women work. A Special Gift Committee head- ed by Mr. C. E. Thwaite, Jr., a trustee of the college, will be especially concerned with the friends and parents of students from Atlanta. Committees This committee is composed of 40 business leaders who have an active interest in the future of the college. A third working group is the Business and Industry Committee under co-chairmen, Mr. L M. Sheffield, Jr., and Mr. Paul Man- ners. Seventeen hundred Atlanta area guests have been invited to the Dinkier dinner by the Board of Trustees. Dinner Approximately 700 Atlanta alumnae and friends are expected to attend, the largest group yet gathered together in the course of the over-all campaign. Presiding over the dinner as Toastmaster will be Mr. Hal L. Smith, Chairman of the Board of Trustees and National Chairman of the Seventy-fifth Anniversary Development Program. The focal point of the dinner active ( program 'is the address to be de- livered by Mr. John A. Sibley, a long-time Board member of the college and Honorary National Co- Ch airman of the Development Pro- gram. Sibley Address Mr. Sibley, esteemed by many as Georgia's First Citizen, is a prominent Atlanta attorney and banker and is presently Chair- man of the Executive Committee of the Trust Company of Georgia. His topic for discussion will be an interpretation of the college's role in higher education. In the words of Mr. French, the organizer of this Development Program, the dinner is a social event "to set the climate" for the campaign. As a part of the program the Agnes Scott Glee Club will sing two selections, and 125 students will be on hand to act as hostesses and ushers. One or two girls will sit at each table to answer questions and to acquaint the guests. This Atlanta campaign is the twenty-third out of 46 intended area campaigns. With the total contributions approaching $2,400,- 000, the half-way mark has been exceeded for the goal of $4,500,000. Painter Probst Will Visit; C. A. Continues Exhibition Joachim Probst, whose paintings are now being exhibited here in connection with Religious Emphasis Week, has an- nounced in a recent letter to Ninai Marable that he will visit Agnes Scott some time this week. The letter itself reflected the strength of his paintings. It was written in broad magic- marker^ strokes on a design formed by the letters of his last name in red. The exhibit by the 47-year-old American artist has been the cause of vigorous exclamations by students, faculty members and visitors to the campus. Many viewers of the paintings lowered their voices to whispers as they saw the Red Cloud Christ and the Bull Christ executed by this man who refers to himself as "condemned." His dynamic work aroused such comments as "He is the most courageous artist of our time. He faces life and death with a com- pelling interpretation of Christ." One faculty member has sug- gested that a guard be appointed to the third floor Buttrick gallery because, "These paintings will be worth millions of dollars some- day." One of his works which sold for $10 is now insured for $50,000. Conference Draws 4 Schools Saturday On Saturday, February 25, Agnes Scott College will be host to the Undergraduate Philosophy Con- ference. Four schools, Davidson College, The University of the South, Emory Universiy and ASC, will participate. This year the gen- eral topic of discussion is Marxism. Peggy McGeachy is writing a paper on Marx's theory of truth. Although ASC has been attending the conference for four years this will be only the second paper. There will be a morning session at 9:30 during which two of the papers will be read and discussed. In the afternoon session, beginning at 2 p.m., the remaining two papers will be presented for discussion. The evening discussion is stu- dent-led. Beginning at 7:30, these sessions are open to the public, and all interested persons are in- vited to attend. 2 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, February 22, 1961 The Agnes Scott News Published weekly except holidays and examination periods, by the students ot Agnes Scott College. Office on second floor Murphey Candler Building. Entered as second class matter at the Decatur, Georgia, post office. Subscription price per year $2.00; single copy, 10 cents. Editor ESTHER THOMAS Managing Editor MARY JANE MOORE Campus Comedy The campus comedy culminating in elections is beginning. More and more people are getting in the first act, which is being friendly and getting to know people. Juniors and sophomores become quiet in conversation be- yond bridge chatter for fear of offending someone. One gets the feeling that an invisible tightrope is being hoisted above the campus and that the sophomores and juniors who walk it fear plunges on either side. Rightly we do not subscribe to cam- paigns. They are expensive and distasteful, overwrought with promises and full of poor products. On the other hand, being willing to serve is not the antonym of politicking. In interpreting willingness to serve as keeping out of it, we blanket the whole election proceedings in a consciously assumed lack of awareness. Nominees avoid the lists of nominations like the plague. The mailroom bulletin board is visited only at odd hours. Candidates look blank when their organizations are men- tioned, and occasionally squirm if it's mentioned they're "up" for an office. Even an allusion to the fact is agonizing. And if someone who doesn't know better asks if they have any ideas for the organization, they either change the sub- ject, mention some platitude about following in Mary's tra- dition, or courageously confess that they have a few but they're really not very good. Friends even are afraid to mention some norriirjee's quali- fications in fear of being labeled a politicker. By the time election week is done, those who have taken the test of nerves without scratching are possessed with at least a high degree of stamina. This silence, the assumed unawareness, is unhealthy. We do not urge "running." But we feel that students should question nominees without misgivings and that nominees should respond freely and frankly. E.T. Cost Of Commitment Let's not involve ourselves . . . better still, let's not commit our- selves ... it hurts and it costs something. Let's stay wrapped up in the theological considerations of an R. E. Week . . . we need not concern ourselves with the practical aspects of it all . . . "the paradox in living like a Christian." We must keep on worrying whether we're a member of the "in" group or the "out" group ... or whether we're in with the ins . . . We cannot let ourselves get down to the problem of communication between people it requires too much appreciation of individual differences, of understanding and concern, of love . . . Let's go on thinking that the college is gov- erned by the administration, Mortar Board and campus organizations . . . not stop to consider that the reputation of the college and the degree to which it effectively achieves its aims is the re- sponsibility of each individual campus citizen and we must keep on thinking of our relationship to the school as "it" instead of "we." It wouldn't do for us to get involved or committed ... it costs too much . . . costs us our pettiness, our "busy, busy, busy" attitude, our ftgmimg around in circles . . . And above all, we need to keep worrying about the second piece of lemon, the finely sliced avocado . . . the lock on the date parlor doors . . . let's not stop to consider that maybe we are not going about the business of education, maybe we're not developing spiritual poise, a disinterested critical attitude. Maybe we're just stewing around the edge of the college . . . spend- ing too much valuable and irreplaceable time piddling with the things that don't make a difference ultimately. Perhaps it's a preoccupation with jobs after college, a compulsion to get ahead on campus ... if we really bare ourselves, a desire for a campus office or Mortar Board ... or the transfer spirit ... or well, you know. It boils down to an insecurity and preoccupation with self, an inner restlessness ... a concern with what others will think ... a feeling that we're not appreciated instead of a fearless conviction to give ourselves to things we really believe in, a "courage to be." to involve ourselves in and commit ourselves to the important things on campus, within ourselves and in the world. Involvement and commitment in anything means a sacrifice of self-concern ... a growth in maturity . . . the ability to sift the im- portant from the unimportant. It hurts our self esteem, it costs us our pride and littleness. Are we willing to make the sacrifice? N.B. Talks 'More Probing,' Says Steimle's Report By LINDA LENTZ A pooped Nina Marable (R. E. Week Chairman) and a pleased Nancy Batson (C. A. President) were among others present at Miss Mary L. Boney's house Friday evening for an evaluation with Dr. Edmund Steimle of Religious Emphasis Week. Dr. Steimle said that his visit this year was every bit as enjoy- able as his last one something he had thought impossible. He noted that the chapel atten- dance was not quite as good as it was the last time he was here, but he thought the questions were "more probing," and he was "less satisfied with the answers he was able to give." He warned of the let down which would inevitably follow the week of intensified concern. Christian Association Cabinet felt that the campus was very re- sponsive to Dr. Steimle and en- thusiastic about the structure of Religious Emphasis Week as a whole. Although Dr. Steimle was not particularly impressed with chapel attendance, it looked good to stu- dents who could compare it with attendance on other Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Dean C. Benton Kline guessed that attendance in chapel on these days averaged about 350. There was an enthusiastic re- sponse to the evening Hub discus- sions (around 150 attending) ancP also to the discussions in the Hub after chapel. It was felt that these small dis- cussion groups were particularly valuable. Dr. Steimle suggested that it would be a good idea for the R. E. Week speaker to go to the Hub for a short time after each meal and reserve the time after chapel for additional personal conferences. He also recommended that the time for each personal conference be lengthened from 15 to 20 min- utes. Internationally Speaking Lumumba's Murder Echoes From Congo To Floor of U. N. By HARRIET SMITH Even in today's tense world it is difficult to believe that the murder of one man could have repercussions which echo from the strife-torn Congo, to the streets of Russia and her satellites, to the floor of the United Nations. Russia has seized upon the death of Patrice Lumumba, key figure in the Congo, to stir the Communist world and to hammer Lower House Plans Structure Changes Proposed reorganization plans for Lower House will be voted on in student forum Thursday to go into effect this spring quarter if passed. Lower House will become Joint House Council. The chairman will be elected in the same way. Repre- sentatives will be elected as stated in the student handbook. Tem- porary representatives will be ap- pointed until election can be held. Present Lower House members would be representatives to the Joint House Council. The Joint House Council would consist of the separate Dorm House Councils and representatives from the day students. The Dorm House Councils would meet every other week separately and every week collectively as the Joint House Council. The duties of the Dorm House Council would be as follows: 1. To promote dorm harmony. 2. Through hall meetings to act as a sounding board to bring sug- gestions to both the Dorm and the House Council meetings. 3. To have an understanding of the Honor System and to serve as interpreters of Student Govern- ment policies to the students among whom they live. 4. To supervise phone co-op, coke co-op, and kitchen clean-up plan. (Continued on Page 3) Campus Beat Philip Cites Lack Of Room In Date Parlor Deception By VIRGINIA PHILIP Agnes Scott girls arf becoming masters in the art of de- ception. There's quite a knack to arranging your books to look like two people's, one of them a male (it's easier if you happen to use a slide rule or take a course at Emory). It's an even higher accomplish- This make A almost as angry as girl C, whose books A finds in another room and subse- quently moves out. Sometimes the boy gets in on the act he and his date to- gether set the stage, leave a note saying, "Back in 10 minutes," and drive away for dinner. Or maybe he gets in on the other end of the deal: They really do go to the Hub for ten minutes, then return to find they've been dislodged. We need more date parlors. We have seen as many as six couples studying in Rebekah Rec Room, each afraid to talk for fear of disturbing someone else, all disturbed by the couple who self- consciously begin to play ping- pong. If it is at all possible to con- struct more date parlors in the unused space in Rebekah, or to partition off some of the larger ones in Main, it would be money well spent. art, ment to set things up to look as though the owners have just stepped out and will be back any second (i.e., slip- stick slipped, pair of glasses and couple of pencils on desk). If you haven't pe then of course you shouldn't leave your things lying around, or some- one may sneak in and move them. In such a case you'd better just stay right with your books. A girl who has neither the skill to set a stage nor the willingness to wait alone for an hour or two has little chance of securing a date parlor on any week night or on Sunday afternoon. We are not allowed, of course, to reserve date parlors by placing books in them, and girl B has a perfect right to move the books of girl A and take over. away at the very heart of the U. N. Slowly but surely the Soviets have st rived to rule or wreck the U. N. Almost from the beginning they stifled the effectiveness of the Security Council with end- less vetoes; now Khrushchev and his men are moving to weaken other areas. Soviet Tactics One Soviet tactic is to strangle the U. N. financially. The United States poured 146.2 million dojlars into the U,.-N., com- pared with 18.2 million for the Soviets in 1960, and the Reds are seeking to increase our burden. Not only have Russia and her satellites utterly refused to con- tribute a penny to policing opera- tions of the U. N., they have actually been at work feeding sup- plies to opposing forces. Inside Domination Meanwhile, Khrushchev has launched a determined effort to dominate the U. N. machinery, demanding more' staff positions for communists despite reports that Soviet workers have proven unreliable and subversive. The most dangerous and au- dacious Soviet policy has been a bitter attack upon Secretary Gen- eral of the U. N., Dag Hammars- kjold, the aim being replacement of Hammarskjold by a three-man executive from the West, a neu- tral country and the Soviet Union. An excuse for attacking Ham- marskjold was found in the Congo crisis, and the Soviets have played it to the hilt. Hammarskjold Now, with the murder of Lu- mumba, Russia has completely withdrawn recognition of Ham- marskjold and branded him "an accomplice and organizer" of Lu- mumba's death. The very floor of the organiza- tion dedicated to world peace be- came the scene of a violent Com- munist demonstration on Febru- ary 15 as rioters interrupted Ad- lai Stevenson's defense of Ham- merskold with the cries of "Ham- marskjold murderer." Undoubtedly the Communists have made considerable headway in turning the U. N. into a farce, but there are factors working against them also. U. N. Threat Khrushchev knows he must either dominate or destroy the organization; he can not just pull out, for the U. N. could become an alliance against him. Moreover, Khrushchev's finan- cial policy may backfire. A. member nation may lose its vote in the General Assembly if it owes more than two year's dues, and Soviet debts are piling up rapidly. Khrushchev may also be hurt by the resentment of small nations who depend upon the strength of the U. N. Their feeling is shared by the Western world, for despite its weaknesses, the U. N. has long been the focus of hopes for peace. Wednesday, February 22, 1961 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS 3 Lower House. (Continued from Page 2) 5. To explain fire-drill procedure and to conduct fire-drills. 6. To convey the seriousness of dorm regulations and see that they are upheld. 1 7. To discuss problems and solu- tions of individual dorm life. The following would be the duties of the Joint House Council: 1. To schedule wings of dorm and cottages to Exec. 2. Evaluation of campus activi- ties such as Black Cat and Orienta- tion. 3. To discuss and share ideas from separate House Councils. 4. To set up Fire Drill procedure and time for Fire Drills and for Civil Defense. 5. To discuss suggestions from separate House Councils which may be channeled to the correct organization for action. This reorganization of Lower House is proposed because Lower House has become overburdened with extraneous duties. Service Reward Of iects Furnish Fun By JO ALLISON SMITH "It's one of the most rewarding, relaxing and practical be- liefs from school pressures," says Elaine Sayers, chairman of Sheltering Arms Nursery service project, sponsored by Christian Association. DRake 7-4913 DRake 3-4922 DECATUR CAKE BOX Belle Miller Florist - Baker - Caterer 112 Clairmont Avenue Decatur, Ga. 10% Discount on Birthday Cakes for Agnes Scott Girls COPYRIGHT 1961, THE COCA-COLA COMPANY. COCA-COLA AND COKE ARE REQI8TERED TRADEMARKS Children at Sheltering Arms Nursery find happiness in piay activities. C. A. volunteers assist in helping the children. : olio Elects McDaniel Hodges, Moses, Smith Four members were elected into the freshman creative writing club, Folio, at a meeting Friday after- noon. Those elected were Sarah Hodges, Margaret Moses, Marilyn McDaniel and Nancy Smith. The Nursery, which keeps chil- dren for working parents, fur- nishes transportation there every Wednesday from 3-5 p.m. Children from 2-12 years old rush out when the girls come to start conversations, or ask ques- tions as if the girls were their closest friends. Elaine says the children are very responsive and they need companionship and guidance. "So touching," Elaine said, was when a little girl came up as she was leaving and said, "Can I kiss you good-by?" The Sheltering Arms Nursery is a member of the Child Welfare League of America and provides home visits by members of the Self -Study Groups Gather Information Gathering factual data and plan- ning the approach of the different studies are the two major immedi- ate tasks of the Self-Study Com- mittees, Dean C. Benton Kline said. The Educational Program Com- mittee is preparing a questionnaire for faculty members and senior majors to evaluate departmental offerings. These questionnaires will be dis- tributed early in the spring quar- ter. * THE GOLDEN VO YAG E A unique experience for the discriminating student In over 100 countries people get that refreshing new feeling with Coke ! PORTUGAL SPAIN FRANCE ITALY CAPRI AUSTRIA HOLLAND ENGLAND SWITZERLAND Travel by swift, smooth DC-8 Jet or cross Southern Atlantic by luxurious liner Experienced English-speaking guides Many extras including plays, concerts, operas and other entertain- ment Depart New York June 10, 15, 27 or July 3 50 days $1885 ASETA TRAVEL, INC, 37 WEST 57 STREET, NEW YORK 19, N. Y. PLAZA 3-0976-7 staff, office interviews and or- ganizes recreation in the com- munity. The daily medical, emotional and social needs of the children are performed in the nursery it- self. Another branch of the nursery is served by students led by Beth Fuller. C. A. also serves other projects whose purpose is to help children. The Girl's Club gives students work with young girls who come together as an organization to play games, work with crafts and sing. Polly Page and Mary Louise Hunt are co-chairmen and they visit the school on Fridays from 2:15 - 6 p.m. The Marion Howard ' School for brain damaged children is open only to juniors and seniors. The chairman of this project is Mary Ware, and she goes every Thursday from 1-2 p.m. "Ifs so rewarding to see the slightest bit of progress in these children and thrilling when one lends a helping hand to an- other/' said Mary. Sue McKenzie and Lucy Yang are in charge of the Methodist Children's Home and visit there every Monday from 3:30 - 5 p.m. The children here are pre-school age, either orphans or from broken homes. Serpassion provides an oppor- tunity for Agnes Scott girls to render "service with compas- sion" to underprivileged girls. Mary Ann Lusk is chairman and works Friday at 2:30. Each chairman wants volunteers to work with them. 'They need you, and so do the children," one said. Editor's note: OtJier service pro- jects unll be featured in next iveek's paper. Bring Shoe Troubles To Clairmont Shoe Repair, Inc. 141 Clairmont Ave. DR 3-3676 DICKSON'S Across From the Decatur Theater Bottled under authority of The Coca-Cola Company by Atlanta Coca-Cola Bottling Co. The independent college belongs to those who be- lieve in it. It can have no other ownership. It has flourished through the centuries because every generation raises up people who understand its power for good. Rooted in this faith, steadfast, humane, the inde- pendent college abides as a citadel of the unfettered mind and spirit. AGNES SCOn COLLEGE Founded 1889 An independent liberal arts college for women of highest rank academically, located in the Atlanta metropolitan area. 4 # THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, February 22, 1961 :Campus Countdown By KAY ROBERTSON Joh-Nana Sundy is the new sweetheart of Beta Theta Pi at Emory. Kappa Alpha Rose is Jane Hen- derson at Tech. Beta Theta Pi at Tech named Joanna Russell sweetheart. Kaylynn Ogburn was in the sweetheart court of Pi KA at Tech. D'Etta Brown succeeds Mary Wayne Crymes as sweetheart of Sigma Chi. Their court included Lindy Gerald, Jo Allison Smith and Mary Ann Gregory. Missy Moore also has a new treasure, a sparkling diamond giv- en her by John Kuykendall of Charlotte, N. C. John graduated from Davidson, where he was a Phi Delt, and he is now the alum- nus secretary there. Bobby Wall, a senior at Tech, has presented Jane Lancaster with his KA pin. Amy Alexander is the proud owner of an ATO pin given her by Bob Burton, a senior at Tech. Rosselyn Troth is pinned to Perry Cleveland, at TKE at Tech. Wedding bells rang for Suzy Favor last week end. Her husband is Joe Stevens, a Phi Delt at Tech. Suzy and Joe are living in Atlanta, and Suzy will continue her studies as a day student. Lucy Schow is wearing the pin of Beta Owen Forrester, Tech senior who edits The Rambler. Also recently wed was Jane Griffin, who was a freshman day student. Jane is married to Stan- ley Powers Lowell, a former Tech student. The couple is residing in Powder Springs, where Stanley is working for R. C. A. Julia Prather accepted the KA pin of Rip GObreath, sophomore at Tech. Ellington Grocery Co. 307 E. College Ave- DR 7-3841-3842 Simply Wonderful Sportswear OPEN DAILY 9:305:30 133 Sycamore St. "On The Square" In Decatur Avoid Atlanta Traffic Stop At Hotel Candler Decatur, Georgia 105 Modern Rooms Air Conditioned Plenty of Parking Space L. LI TUCKER, JR., Manager Freshmen Snatch Lead In A. A. Cage Tourney The second week of the class basketball competition found the freshmen in the lead. They have won both of their games, beating the sophomores and the seniors. Tied for second place are the sophomores and the seniors. The seniors won by forfeit over the juniors, who lost to the sophomores this past week. This Friday will tell the outcome of the tournament, as sister team is pitted against sister team. Ann Peagler, the manager of the tournament, has requested that everyone come to the game on Friday to support her respective team. AA Plans Overhaul For Cabin Interior Plans are being made for a com- plete overhaul of the cabin. Under the supervision of A. A. some im- provements have already been made, and more are planned for the future. Those to date include a new floor and ceiling, bedspreads, greenery, and a thorough cleaning. Eventually the floor and walls will be painted, and curtains will be hung. A section of one wall will be de- voted to pictures of the various campus activities. Summer Jobs With Future Require Early Application By AMY ALEXANDER Summer is approaching rapidly, and it's certainly not too early to begin thinking about summer job opportunities, Miss lone Murphy of the Vocation Guidance Center warns. Last summer, approximately 25 per cent of Agnes Scott students held jobs, with the majority do- ing either office or camp work. Their salaries ranged anywhere from $100 to $1,000 for a summer's work. A primary opportunity for sum- mer employment lies in the field of church work projects. All Protestant denominations, the World Council of Churches, and Catholic and Jewish groups sponsor such undertakings, which are listed in the vocational office in a booklet, "Invest Your Sum- mer." Social Work Several institutions and com- munities have set up service pro- jects, too. For example, students interest- ed in psychology and mental therapy are permitted to work in the North Carolina State Hos- pital under capable supervision. Those considering social work careers also have the chance to be aii intern social worker for the Decatur, Go. Flattering Hair Cuts Soft Fluffy Permanents Call For Appointment Jerry's Beauty Salon One Block From School 215 Church Street DR. 3-5361 Agnes Scott Students Deserve The Best GET THE BEST IN SERVICE At Decatur Cleaners and Hatters 147 Sycamore Street, Decatur, Ga. Pickup and Delivery Service DRake 7-5465 J & J SHOES 117 Clairmont Suburban Plaza Candler-McAfee Sondler of Boston . . . Tweedies . . . Foot Flairs summer in large metropolitan centers under the direction of the National Council of Social Work and other social agencies. Camps Upperclassmen usually find it easier to get summer jobs; how- ever, many underclassmen are employed in various camps as counselors and instructors, and in resorts. Directories listing such open- ings are available in the voca- tional office and camp work in- formation can be obtained from the Physical Education Depart- ment.- Students interested in civil service can often find positions, particularly in clerical and tech- nical fields. The government gives special exams for this type work. Dates are available from Miss Murphy. Summer work can be a reward- ing experience, Miss Murphy says. Even if monetary gains are small, there is always the satisfaction of service performed and valuable training gained. Freshmen Sponsor Cake Sale Project The freshman class is sponsoring a cake sale in the Hub Thursday night Feb. 23 at 9:30. The sale is being held to help defer the ex- penses of the weekly mixers in Rebekah Rec Room. The freshmen urge everyone to come. CHINA SURVEY Thursday 9:30 - 4:00 p.m. Rebekah Reception Room William H. Rice 111 Sycamore Street Decatur, Ga. Cards, Toys, Party Supplies, Stationery, Wedding Invitations Having a Party? Paper Napkins - Matches Monogrammed To Order One Day Service DECATUR-DeKALB THEATRE Wed. Thru Sat. FEB. 22 - 25 "MARRIAGE-GO-AROUND" Susan Hayward James Mason Mon., Tues, FEB. 27-28 XIRCLE OF DECEPTION" Starting Wed., March 1 "CAN-CAN" Hearn's Jewelry Co. 131 Sycamore St. China Crystal Sterling Silver Watches Diamonds Watch and Jewelry Repair Dr. 7-5133 Decatur, Ga. Visit or Phone WATSON PHARMACY For Prompt Delivery DR 3-1665 YOUR NEAREST DRUG STORE BAILEY'S Shoe Shop 58 Years in Decatur Look At Your Shoes 142 Sycamore Street PRINTING Business Stationery Personal Stationery Announcements Placards Your Particular Job the Way You Want It New Era Publishing Co. 124 Atlanta Ave. DR. 3-5785 The Agnes Scott News VOL. XL VI AGNES SCOTT COLLEGE, DECATUR, GEORGIA, Wednesday, March 1, 1961 No. 13 Tricia Walker taps Ann Thompson as Mortar Board president. Surrounding her are 300 clapping students. Wilson Opens One-ManExhibit Featuring Sculpture, Ceramics Senior art major Paula Wilson opened the first one-man show in Agnes Scott's history this week. Paula's exhibit will appear in Buttrick Gallery for two weeks. Centering on sculpture, the show includes some of the figures which led renowned artist Henry Moore to accept Paula as his apprentice year after next in Lon- don. Finding "a language in sculp- ture she didn't even know she could speak/' Paula has received accolades from her instructor, Mr. Robert Westervelt of the art department. Paula wants her art to "mean something." Among those who have pur- chased her figures are Mr. and Mrs. Ralph McGill, who have lent them to Paula for the exhibit. Included in the show are horses which attracted students to Paula's work three years ago. Another favorite of gallery audiences is the figure of a child with cupped hands. Characteristic of Paula's work is strength with warmth of form. "What is universal in man" is her interest. Ceramics and drawings fill out the exhibit, which is staged by the artist herself. Self-Study Groups To Begin Evaluation Five sub-committees of the Ag- nes Scott self -study program have begun their work on the year and a half long examination of all as- pect^ of the college. In cooperation with the South- ern Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools, the self-study committees will gather both facts and student and faculty opinions to re-evaluate the college. "We're not just studying where we are, but also consider- ing where we are going," Dean C. Benton Kline said. Alumnae members are still to be added to the subcommittees, Dean Kline reported. Members of the faculty commit- tee are Mrs. Miriam Drucker, chairman; Miss Leslie Gay lord, Miss Sara Ripy, Mrs. William C. Fox, Mr. Tumblin and Mr. John Michael McDowell. Library Miss Mary Virginia Allen, chairman; Miss Elvena M. Green, Dr. Koenraad Swart, Miss (Continued on Page 4) Trustees Elect Gilmer To Board Membership Mr. Ben S. Gilmer, president of Southern Bell Telephone and Tele- graph Co., was elected to the Agnes Scott Board of Trustees dur- ing the winter meeting of the Board which convened yesterday at 1 p.m. A graduate of Auburn Univer- sity, Mr. Gilmer also holds an honorary degree from that institu- tion. He is director and vice-presi- dent of the national Armed Forces Communications and Electronics Association, the Georgia State and the Atlanta Chambers of Com- merce. He serves as a trustee of the At- lanta Art Association, the John Bulow Campbell Foundation, the Southern Association of Science and Industry, Inc., Auburn Univer- sity Foundation, Georgia Tech Re- search Institute, Atlanta Rotary Club and the Capital City Club. Mr. Gilmer is a director of the First National Bank of Atlanta, Rich's Inc., the Red Cross and the Metropolitan Atlanta Community Services. He is active in various other civic, professional and social organizations. He is the fifth corporate trustee to be elected in accordance with the charter amendment of one year ago which provided for the addi- tion of five corporate trustees. Mr. Gilmer is to serve as the cor- porate trustee in the class of 1964. The remaining four corporate trus- tees are Alex Gaines, Ivan Allen, Jr., R. Howard Dobbs, Jr. and Charles Thwaite. Mortar Board Taps A. Thompson, Pres. The onJly person who was studying amid 300 noisily expectant students in the reserve room Monday night was tapped as Mortar Board president. Junior Ann Thompson looked up from her books to become the thirtieth president of the Agnes Scott chapter of the na- tional honorary. Ann, 20, is the daughter of Mr. Forum Will Ratify SGA Proposals By PAM STANLEY The Student Government Association held Open Forum in chapel Thursday and unanimously passed the proposed plan of dissolving Lower House into a Joint House Council. According to this plan, introduced in student meeting two weeks ago, the council members from each dorm will meet on alternate weeks as a separate House Council, with the House President serving as chairman. Two recommendations from the Nominating Committee in regard to forthcoming elections were pre- sented for discussion. The committee first proposed a change in order of electing school officers, according to the impor- tance of the position. Under the present system, the order for election is: Presidents of Boards, Judicial Chairman and Vice-Presidents of Boards, Editors, Managing Editors, Ori- entation Chairman, Day Student Chairman, House Presidents, Lecture Committee President and Vice President, and May Day Chairman. Under the new system, officers would be elected in the following order: Presidents of Boards, Judi- cial Chairman, Editors, Orienta- tion Chairman, Day Student Chair- man, Vice Presidents of Boards, House Presidents, Managing Edi- tors, Lecture Committee President and Vice President, and May Day Chairman. The election of Junior cottage president would follow the elec- tion of Junior board officers. The second proposal was an amendment to the recently adopted plan of electing a Sec- retary and Treasurer of Student Government Association who would also serve as cottage presidents. This amendment stated that if either of these two officers elected is a day student, the student re- corder will serve as cottage presi- dent. If both elected are day stu- dents, additional cottage presi- dents will be elected by the class. The committee felt after dis- cussion that to exclude an able day student from serving in the capacity of Secretary or Treas- urer was neither thoughtful nor fair if the student body indicat- ed, by their votes, that they wanted her to serve in one of these positions. Both proposals will be called to vote at the next meeting. and Mrs. J. Newton Thompson of Augusta, Georgia. An English major, she was an honor roll student for the 1959- 1960 session. As Chairman of Lower House, Ann serves on the Executive Com- mittee of Student Government As- sociation. During her sophomore year, she was a member of Social Council board; she was a freshman repre- sentative to Lower House. Ann has participated in arch- ery tournaments and in annual campus productions. "She's the one she's just the one .But then I'm prejudiced," said her roommate Ann Hutchinson. Mortar Board chooses its mem- bers for service, scholarship and leadership. Those who will serve next year with Ann will be select- ed Spring quarter. Seen In Passing Probst at Little Italy, about to depart for New York, yelling to sedate faculty membei*, "Hey, BONEY! Boney, come on, it's taken care of." The rejuvenation of "Motor Boat," complete with black robes, tapping Small Hall in the library for Head Rudder of the 1961 group. Speech 311 Gives Gerstenberg Satire llluminati' In Round Tonight, Thursday Tonight and tomorrow night from 7 to 8 p.m. on the stage in Gaines Auditorium, the Speech 311b (Interpretation of Drama) class will present four different interpretations of a one-act "sketch" by Alice Gerstenberg. The play, "The Bluminati in Drama Libre," is a satire on fu- turist and cubist painting. In the playwright's own words, 'Agnes Scott News' Adds Three To StaH New members of the Agnes Scott News staff are Ann Daniels, Pam Stanley and Becky Vick. The girls completed their apprenticeship this week. Several other students will com- plete their try-out at the begin- ning of Spring quarter. YMCA Conference Beckons 3 Students Nancy Batson, Nancy Heath and Carey Bowen will attend a Y.M.C.A. conference in Richmond, Virginia, the week-end of March 3-5 as representatives of Christian Association. This conference, the Annual As- sembly of the Student Y.M.C.A. in the Southern Region, is being held "to study and discuss the re- ligious and academic bases of the Student Y.M.C.A. and Student Christian Association." "As an artist flings color upon the canvas, so have words been flung upon the stage." It is the purpose of the drama students to give meaning and form to their interpretations of the play. Those participating in the per- formance are Mary Ellen Barnes, Carey Bowen, Molly Dotson, Mari- on Fortson, Brock Hanna and Jane Wommack. Two of the students will present each of the first three interpre- tations and all six will be in the fourth one. Following each performance will be a panel discussion. On Wednesday night the panel will be composed of Mrs. Richard Hocking, Mr. Jenning Hertz and Mrs. Allen Ferry, while Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Santa Croce will con- stitute Thursday's panel. The play will be presented "in the round" with the audience seated on the stage. The entire production has been staged by Miss Elvena M. Green. Top to bottom: Fortson, Barnes, Dotson, Hanna, Bowen and Wommack in dress rehearsal. 2 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, March 1, 1961 The Agnes Scott News Published weekly except holidays and examination periods, by the students ot Agnes Scott College. Office on second floor Murphey Candler Building. Entered as second class matter at the Decatur, Georgia, post office. Subscription price per year $2.00; single copy, 10 cents. Editor ESTHER THOMAS Managing Editor MARY JANE MOORE Assistant Editors: NANCY BARRETT. CAROLE SUE JACKSON, LUCY SCHOW Copy Editor MARY TAYLOR LIPSCOMB Assignment Manager SUE MUSTOE Campus beat - . VIRGINIA PHILIP Entertainment ELLEN MIDDLEBROOKS International . HARRIET SMITH News Features BETH CRAWFORD Sports INA JONES, LELIA JONES Reporters Frances Anderson, Betsy Boatwright, Martha Chew, Helen Everett, Flossie Gaines, Betty Kneale, Lynne Lambert, Linda Lentz, Judy Little, Mildred Love, Martha Mossman, Ann Risher, Kay Robertson, Lee Shepherd, Nancy Sheriff, Nancy Sibley, Suzanne Smith. Kay Younger, Business Manager CARROLL CONNOR Advertising ._ LINDA INGRAM Assitants Bonnie Hatfield, Mariane Wurst, Mary Holman Curd, Lynn Horn Photographers CHRISTY HAGES ELIZABETH THOMAS Convocation Caucus Behavior at convocation has gone beyond being merely irritating; it is embarrassing and disgraceful. If it continues in its present dimensions, w e could easily do away with the Mail Room calendar of (activities, the bulletin board and reminders on 3x5 cards. The noise and activity, the traipsing up and down aisles look like the last caucus of party factions before the convention begins. While students are totally responsible, the hub-bub may yet permeate even the back rows. Regularity does not diminish the solemnity of convocation It is always a time for worship. Most often it is the occasion when some distinguished guest of the college makes an address. Perhaps if it were completely a family affair we would be inclined to overlook the situation. But there is no other name for our behavior before con- vocation begins but RUDE, in capital letters. We do not speak well for ourselves at home, and what may be the impression abroad is painful to contemplate. We advise quiet entry and a posture forward, eyes ahead, mouth closed. If the outrageous behavior preceding Wednes- day's service is not discontinued, we feel that a public official reprimand is not only justified but also is necessary. E. T. Probst Probes "I'm speechless!" said one dining hall employee. So were we. In fact, most of the campus seemed agog over our visi- tors last week. They arrived and left in the midst of thunder- storms. While they were here, they created their own storm of controversy. For most of us it was our first experience of close contact with real, live non-conformists. Quite naturally, \t was a shock to see people whose lives seem so completely different from our rather sedate existence. Mr. Probst agreeably responded to inquiries concerning his personal life and beliefs. He apparently enjoyed ex- pounding his theories on art, religion and life in general. His denial of social conventions and morals especially struck a jarring note in the minds of his rapt listeners. It was evident to all who heard Mr. Probst that he is in the midst of a soul-searching process, trying to find out if life has any meaning for him. He made us do some soul-searching on our own pur- poses of existence. Some of our own smugness and self-complacency dis- appeared. In its place came doubts and questionings about convic- tions that had never before been put on trial. Paradoxically, doubting can strengthen our beliefs. In excess it can destroy our faith in everything. Can our con- victions stand the test? C.S.J. Classes Elect 16 Nominees To Enter 'Best-Dressed 7 Contest In class meetings this past week 16 girls were elected to compete for the honor of being the best dressed girl on campus. The freshmen selected Mae Hall, Pam Stanley, Jeanne Whitaker Stanley, and Becky Vick. Elected by the sophomore class are Pat Conrad, Jane Hancock. Lynne Denton and Linda Wallace. Juniors Germaine Calhoun, Jo Allison Smith. Ellen Middlebrooks and Ann Hutchinson were elect- ed by their clirs while Anna Marie Aviles, Millie McCravey, Pat Holmes and Martha Lambeth will represent the senior class in the competition. From til is group of representa- tives, three finalists will be picked by off-campus judges. A commit- tee will choose the final winner. The student elected will be en- tered in the 1961 national com- petition to choose the "Ten Best- Dressed College Girls in America, a contest sponsored by Glamour magazine. Last year's "Best Dressed Girl on campus" was sophomore Becky Bruce. The University of Chattanooga paper is read. Campus Shows Concern Over Future Of 'Modig' By BECKY VICK Sad and concerned are the faces of Ellen Hines, Nancy Stone, Ethel Gilmore and Mary Ellen Barnes, guardians of "Modig," the new ASC mascot who arrived only three weeks ago, now destined to leave, From the story about the little black dog "Mcdig," in last week's paper, it was reported that former friends of the campus have been abruptly removed on request to the Decatur dog-catcher. A similar request has been made by certain authorities who feel it is cruel for the dog to be on a college campus and that it is child- ish for ASC students to want a dog on the campus. Also, complaints have been made about "Modig's" snapping, but one of her adoptees said, "She doesn't really bite, she only chews on people's fingers, because she likes to play." Before "Modig" was asked to leave, her adoptees had planned to take her to a veterinarian for a "thorough cleaning." Also, realizing that "Modig" could not stay forever at ASC, Sally Blomquist had planned to take "Modig" to her home spring holidays to stay for good. Scotties who are worried about "Modig's" welfare are passing around a petition ask- ing that the dog be allowed to stay until spring holidays. This petition was to have been turned into the authorities last Friday night. "I can understand how it would be unreasonable and maybe a bit unkind to want to keep a dog permanently in view of the dormi- tory situation, etc., but I can't see why two more weeks (that is, un- til spring holidays) will do any damage," said Ellen Hines, one of the dog's guardians. Ellen continued, "We want to find an owner for her who can get as much delight from "Mo" as she is willing to give, and as we have gotten from her." It is said if anyone ever wants to find "Mo," she should stand in the middle of the quadrangle and whistle and "Mo" will come bounding up. "I feel that "Modig" creates in the Hub an atmosphere of home which is much needed by all Scott students," stated Kath- ryn Mobley as she expressed her concern for Modig's future. "She is an intelligent dog, and definitely should not be sent to the pound," said Mary Lou Laird. Agreeing with Mary Lou, "Monkey" Lee said, "Why, she's my Saturday night date. She even studies with me!" Although many Scotties have become quite attached to the little black dog who befriended ASC three weeks ago, others feel "Mo- dig" must not be allowed to stay. Philosophy Assembly Discusses Karl Marx Students from Emory University, Davidson College, the University of the South, the University of Chattanooga and Agnes Scott College met here Saturday to dis- cuss "The Thought of Karl Marx." The Undergraduate Philosophy Conference was sponsored this year by ASC. Five papers by students repre- senting the five participating schools were read and discussed during the morning and after- noon sessions. After an evening banquet a business meeting was held fol- lowed by an informal panel dis- cussion. Peggy McGeachy of ASC read her paper on "Karl Marx's Theory of Truth" first. She demonstrated that "the Marxist theory of truth is incon- sistent with the general position as revealed in his ethical system and his theoiy of history." Peggy also moderated the eve- ning panel, while Ann Womeldorf presided over the morning session. Although ASC has been at- tending the conference for years, this is the second year a student has contributed a paper. The conference topic next year will be Alfred North Whitehead. Interview: Probst . . . Probst Stimulates Thought In Discussions, Paintings By BETH CRAWFORD Early last Wednesday morning red-bearded artist Joachim Probst arrived on the Agnes Scott campus. With his conver- sation Probst turned an interested group of followers into an enthralled group of would-be philosophers. In several morning and after- , m , . . definition of a lot of frustration." "It's when you're told you're a master and you find yourself in your studio and can't paint." Asked about his goal in life, Probst responded, "To fake out every day under my own condi- tions to hold onto idealistic will." He said that all of his clothes were given to him. "I'm not going to join the parade. I've got money and it doesn't matter." Rebel? "Mr. Probst, why are you re- belling?" was the next anxious question. "Rebelling is boring. I'm not rebelling. I'm afraid to join it's boring. "I'm not going to be a carbon copy of anything. I'd rather be a failure." "Do you feel sorry for us?" an- other voice popped up. "When you go into a nunnery, then I'll feel sorry for you," said Probst shak- ing his head. Freedom This man who says "If I don't paint, I get sick, I get old" then hastens to add, "They're all failures," brought a new freedom of expression to the campus. Some students call him a great Christian. Some say he is un- doubtedly an atheist. This is a certainty : Probst stimulated thought with his words as well as with his paintings. noon sessions in the Buttrick art gallery, Probst, with cigar and black wool skull cap, answered questions on his painting, his re- ligion, women, love and boh em i- anism. No one was overheard to re- mark that his answers were bor- ing. With a flourish of his hand Probst said, "I have a kind of fun painting this nonsense." Gasps Gasps) were suppressed by math majors and art majors alike. Asked about, the religious impli- cations of his paintings, the artist said, "A lot of people think I'm awfully religious." He later com- mented that "Cezanne trembled over painting apples. "I tremble over painting Christ. When I think of myself and measure myself I could weep, so I pour it in f o this stuff I can't measure up to the Christian image so I sublimate it." Ego "What's the basis of your be- lief that there is no happiness in the world?" asked one student. "Ego," Probst replied without hesitation. "I set myself up. "The lowest decision man can make is to be that kind of Ro- mantic-like Byron." 'These artists they may have berets and beards but (chuckle) there's nothing romantic about be- ing an artist." Probst went on to describe the ritual he goes through in preparing to paint. "I light a few candles. I stall around. I pre- pare myself for great events." Frustration He then remembered his own The next issue of The Agnes < - I Scott News will appear the^ second week of Spring quarter.' Wednesday, March 1, 1961 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS 3 NEWS of the WEEK in By HELEN EVERETT Leopoldville, The Congo: A U.N. patrol with orders to shoot if necessary struck out through bush country to scout a column of pro- Lumumba troops reported moving on the Kasai province capital of Lualabourg. London: British Prime Minister Macmillan and Chancellor Ade- nauer of Germany discussed ways of easing the economic division of Europe and the political problems attendent upon it. Washington: A British scientist, Dr. Louis S. B. Leakey, announced that he had discovered in East Africa the bones of the oldest member of the human race known to science. Nearn's Jewelry Co. 131 Sycamore St. China Crystal Sterling Silver Watches Diamonds Watch and Jewelry Repair Dr. 7-5133 Decatur, Ga. DECATUR-DeKALB THEATRE Wed. - Wed. March 1 - March 7 "CAN-CAN" Shirley McLain Frank Sinatra March 8 - 11 "GIANT" Elizabeth Taylor Rock Hudson Starting March 12 "MISFITS" CA Offers Imf ormation On Work Experiences Christian Association is making available information concerning summer job opportunities in church-sponsored and service-re- lated projects for Agnes Scott stu- dents. This week C. A. is displaying material on work camps, working seminars, caravans and communi- ty, institutional and individual services on the bulletin board out- side the book store. A small bulletin board in the mailroom contains material on church-sponsored summer jobs. This evening during supper at the side tables in the Dining Hall girls who have had experience in these summer jobs will be available for those interested. Students are invited to come and discuss the possibilities of work ex- periences in these particular pro- jects. Included in the discussion groups will be summer work in church- sponsored projects, Y.M.C.A., Girl Scouts, Christian Ministry in the National Parks, Experiments in International Living, and Institu- tional Programs. Ellington Grocery Co, 307 E. College Ave* DR 7-3841-3842 DECATUR CO-OP CABS 24 HR. SERVICE Radio Dispatch Call DR 7-1701 DR 7-3866 CA Offers Opportunities For Service To Shut-ins, Sick Children, Juveniles By JO ALLISON SMITH Christian Association has many projects which afford the Agnes Scott student an oppor- tunity to "get away from campus for a little while and give of herself to others." One of these projects is Juvenile Court, Maripn Greene, chairman, says, "I'm sure it's done more for me than for them. "This project exposes students to something different. It's not playing with children or talking to adults; it's chatting with girls not much younger than yourself, like talking with a younger sister. "They are very responsive and appreciate your interest in them." Marion also said that they help the girls with sewing, cooking and grooming. Juniors and seniors are invited to participate in {his project and meet with Marion on Friday at 1:30 in front of Main. "If you like camping, crafts, leading songs, then you'll like the Girl Scout project," says Ann Pollard, chairman. The girls from Agnes Scott who participate in this project are placed with a Girl Scout or Brownie leader and they work together on the troop's activi- ties. Ann said there was no need for Scouting background. If a student has had little or no Scouting, she will be placed with a Brownie troop. She has the opportunity to work with the older girls later if William H. Rice 111 Sycamore Street Decatur, Ga. Cards, Toys, Party Supplies, Stationery, Wedding Invitations Having a Party? Paper Napkins - Matches Monogrammed To Order One Day Service BETWEEN MEALS ... g* that refreshing new feeling with Coke! COPYRIGHT 1961, THf COCA-COLA COMPANY COCA-COLA AND COKE APE REGISTERED TRADEMARKS Bottled under avtliority of The Coca-Cola Company by Atlanta Coca-Cola Bottling Co. she keeps up her interest. Ann remarked that she liked the responsibility of being in charge! of a troop's activities. She also commented on the many opportunities open to a Scout leader, even working abroad. The Mary Elizabeth Rest Home offers students the chance to bring friendship and cheer into the lives of shut-in, aged patients. Margaret Van Deman, chair- man, estimated the ages to range from 45 to 90. The home is only a few blocks away so students may go at their own convenience. "We either sit and talk with the patients or read to them," said Margaret. Scottish Rite Hospital, whose chairmen are Nancy Duvall and Jane Gilberston, is just a short distance away so the girls walk or ride bikes. "I like so much to see the joy in the children's faces as we play with them," said Nancy Duvall. Most of the children in the hos- pital have bone defects which are being corrected with casts. The students play games, read stories, sing with the children and bring them love and com- panionship. The girls leave the campus every Saturday at 1:45 and re- turn around 3:30 . These Christian Association projects subject a student to BAILEY'S Shoe Shop 53 Years in Decatur Look At Your Shoes 142 Sycamore Street varied ages and activities. All the chairmen feel that if the girls would visit the project that in- terests them most, just once, they will want to return again. 'TTTTTT T ' :Campus Countdown By KAY ROBERTSON Rain, snow, quizes, or Probst, the Scott girls' style is never cramped! The Pi KA fraternity at Emory has honored Marilyn McDaniel with their sweetheart pin. Susan Abernathy was in the Delta Tau Delta Rainbow Court at Tech. Trisha Sights has been chosen sweetheart of the Delta Upsilon fraternity at Tech. Jessie Sue Prickett celebrated her birthday by getting pinned to Clyde Cox, a freshman at Virginia Tech. Miles Hunter has pinned Laura Ann Mobley. Miles is a sophomore at the University of Georgia. Martha Campbell has a diamond given her by David William, who attended East Term. State. Ann Christenson is engaged to Ken Sherman, a student at the Concordia Seminary in Spring- field, Illinois. Also to marry this summer are Joyce Seay and William Rankin, an Auburn graduate who is now working in Faunsdale, Ala. Congratulations to Harriet Smith, sweetheart of Phi Kappa Sigma at Tech. Simply Wonderful Sportswear OPEN DAILY 9:305:30 133 Sycamore St. "On The Square" In Decatur Flattering Hair Cuts Soft Fluffy Permanents Call For Appointment Jerry's Beauty Salon One Block From School 215 Church Street DR. 3-5361 Agnes Scott Students Deserve The Best GET THE BEST IN SERVICE At Decatur Cleaners and Hatters 147 Sycamore Street, Decatur, Ga. Pickup and Delivery Service DRake 7-5465 4 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, March 1, 1961 Frosh Cop Basketball Tourney; Sophs Top Seniors for Second By INA JONES Many people have said that the final basketball game was the best of the season. That game was held Friday between the seniors and the sophomores. The outcome of the game was a second-place for the sophomores. First place in the tournament went to the freshmen, the juniors forfeited their game with the champion freshmen Friday, leaving the seniors and sophomores to vie for runner-up. Among the attractions at the game Friday was a very outstand- ing shot made in the final mo- ments of the game by no other than Missy (Nancy) Moore. As soon as this player went on the court, she re- ceived applause from the grandstand. The specta- tors were united in this aspect of the game! The seniors were boosted not only by members of their class, but also by their good friend, Mr. Martin. The final score was a 57-41 lead for the sophomores. Many of the players remarked that it was one of the fastest games and the most fun of the season; certainly it was one of the highest scored games. Outstanding players for the sophomores were Kay Stapleton, Mary Beth Thomas, Nancy Aber- nathy and Becky Craig. Ann Peagler, Kay Gwaltney and Pam Sylvester were among the outstanding senior players. Athletic Association wants to ex- tend congratulations and appreci- ation to all players and spectators. Especially to be commended are the class managers: Mary Mac Mitchell, Nancy Abernathy, Biba Conor and Nancy Stone. Self-Study (Continued from Page 1) Katherine Omwake, Miss Mar- garet Trotter, Peggy McGeachy, Ann Thomas, Lyn Lindskog, Sally Ector and Willette Barn- well. Alumnae members are Miss Elizabeth Stevenson and Miss Katherine Hertzka. Educational program Miss Mary Boney and Miss Ellen Doug- lass Leyburn, co-chairmen; Mr. Timothy Miller, Mrs. J. H. Young, Miss Florence Smith, Miss Chloe Steel, Harriet Smith, Nancy Stone, Kay Gilliland and Betsy Boatwright. Administration organization, fi- nancial resources and physical plant W. C. Cornelius., chairman; Mr. Charles Martin, Mr. John Ad- ams, Dr. W. E. McNair, Dr. W. J. Frierson, Miss Elizabeth Stack, Dr. Paul L. Garber, Martha Lam- beth, Pat Fly the and Kay Younger. Student personnel and activities Miss Julia Gary, chairman; Dr. Kwai Sing Chang, Miss Marie Huper, Miss Roberta Winter, Mrs. DICKSON'S Across From the Decatur Theater DRake 7-4913 DRake 3-4922 DECATUR CAKE BOX Belle Miller Florist - Baker - Caterer 112 Clairmont Avenue Decatur, Ga. 10% Discount on Birthday Cakes for Agnes Scott Girls Decatur, Ga. PRINTING Business Stationery Personal Stationery Announcements Placards Your Particular Job the Way You Want It New Era Publishing Co. Sun at last after six days of duck weather, Judy Hawley gladly sheds rain togs for a bike ride. Margaret Pepperdene, Mrs. Frank A. 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TRY-OUTS FOR TENNIS CLUB MARCH 28 4-6 Bring Shoe Troubles To Clairmont Shoe Repair, Inc. 141 Clairmont Ave. DR 3-3676 Visit or Phone WATSON PHARMACY For Prompt Delivery DR 3-1665 YOUR NEAREST DRUG STORE Scholar dollars travel farther with SHERATON HOTELS STUDENT- FACULTY DISCOUNTS Save on the going prices of going places at Sheraton Hotels. Special save-money rates on singles and greater savings per person when you share a room with one, two or three friends. Generous group rates arranged for athletic teams, clubs and college clans on-the-go. For rates, reservations or further information, get in touch with: Decatur Travel Center Emily Ann Fortson, Mgr. International & Group Depts. 127 E. Ponce de Leon Ave. Decatur, Ga. Phone: DRake 3-2569 The independent college belongs to those who be- lieve in it. It can have no other ownership. It has flourished through the centuries because every generation raises up people who understand its power for good. Rooted in this faith, steadfast, humane, the inde- pendent college abides as a citadel of the unfettered mind and spirit. AGNES SCOn COLLEGE Founded 1889 An independent liberal arts college for women of highest rank academically, located in the Atlanta metropolitan area. COLLEGE COED FASHION CONTEST TWENTY- FIVE EXCITING PRIZES INCLUDING AN ALL EXPENSE PAID TRIP TO LOS ANGELES TO WORK AT LANZ FOR 6 WEEKS DURING SUMMER VACATION AND FABULOUS LANZ WARDROBES. CONTEST FORMS AND INFORMATION AT: At your nearest store carrying Lanz or Write Lanz, 6150 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, Calif. The Agnes Scott News VOL. XL VI AGNES SCOTT COLLEGE, DECATUR, GEORGIA, Wednesday, March 29, 1961 No. 14 Tech, Scott Groups Unite For Spring Concert Here Painting a picture of black and white by their dress apparel of black ties and long white formals, the Agnes Scott College and Georgia Tech Glee Clubs presented a spring concert Monday at 8 p.m. in Gaines Chapel, The group was under the direc- tion of Miss Roxie Hagopian and Julian Edwards of Tech. Gabriel Faure's "Requiem," the outstanding feature of the pro- gram, was sung by the combined glee clubs featuring as soloist Miss Dianne Davidson. Accompanying the glee clubs were Dr. William Calder at the harp and Mr. Edwards at the organ. To end the program each glee club presented a number of their own selections. "Give Me Your Tired, Your Poor" and "Take Joy Home" were the two selections presented by ASC. Art Scholar Breasted To Give Slide Lecture James Henry Breasted, Univer- sity Center Visiting Lecturer, will speak at Agnes Scott College on April 4. His subject will be "Post- Impressions to Expressionism." In his lecture Dr. Breasted uses two projectors and slides of art works that he has made himself. The slides for his lecture at ASC will cover the works of Surat and Cezanne through the works of Picasso and Pollock. Self-Study Education Committee Issues Course Questionnaires By LINDA LENTZ Wednesday the Educational Program Committee of the Agnes Scott Self-Study sent out its first questionnaire. Each member of the senior class was asked to give her opinion as to what a college course in her major department ought to achieve. She was further asked to evalu- ate all the courses in her depart- ment which she has taken and to estimate their value in a program of liberal education. Faculty members were given a similar questionnaire one ask- ing for opinions concerning the course offerings in their depart- ments, for opinions about the current major requirements and for any suggestions for improve- ments. The questionnaires are completed by April 14. to be The committee which is head- ed by Miss Mary L. Boney and Miss Ellen Douglass Leyburn hopes to get as much light as possible on the soundness of offerings in each department as judged by the people most in- volved. Questions concerning curriculum will be asked of the other classes early next October. The study of course offerings is but the first step for the Educa- tional Program Committee. This group will also be studying such areas as admission, orienta- tion, academic counseling, grad- ing and opportunities for the gifted student. Miss Leyburn, even as she be- comes increasingly conscious of the hugeness of the undertaking, was enthusiastic when ques- tioned as to her committee's progress and plans. It is aweing, .she feels, to think that the "whole shaping of future policy at Agnes Scott" will be the result of this tremendous Self- Study program; the most im- portant value of the Self-Study will be the help it will be to our own departments. NEWS of the WEEK in By HELEN EVERETT Vientiane, Laos: The Laotian government accused Communist North Viet Nam of sending nine more battalions into Laos where Premier Prince Boun Oum said up to 15 Communist Vietnam bat- talions already were fighting gov- ernment forces. Chicago: Attorney General Rob- ert F. Kennedy obtained dismissal of espionage charges against So- viet U. N. official, Igor Yagoie- vich Melekh, in a high policy move aimed at protecting Americans in Russia. Bangkok, Thailand: The top mili- tary advisers of the Southeast Asia Treaty Organization and the foreign ministers of the eight- member group meet to discuss the tense situation in Laos. Washington: President Kennedy has named University of Oklahoma football coach Charles B. (Bud) Wilkinson as head of a national youth fitness program. London: Prime Minister Harold Macmillan has 'left England for a 19-day visit to the U. S., Canada and the West Indies. He and Pres. John F. Kennedy issued a joint statement on Laos Sunday. Contacts Initiate Festival Firesides Four firesides will be sponsored by the Campus Contact Committee for the Fine Arts Festival during the next two weeks as a part of their program to educate the campus in the four areas of fine arts to be presented in the festival April 14-22. The committee members, one elected from each class, began their work last quarter by tapping undiscovered talent on campus for the designing, stage setting, cos- tuming and advertising connected with the festival. This quarter's work is centered on helping the campus to more VOTE FOR THE PICTURE-OF-THE-WEEK BUTTRICK GALLERY ..A, A. A A A j . A A A A A A , C. A. Directs Annual Campus Holy Week, Easter Services During this week Agnes Scott College is observing the events of Holy Week in preparation for Good Friday and Easter. The observances are handled annually by Christian Association. Each morning there will be morning watch from 8-8:15, in Diekman Date Parlor. Students in charge are: Monday, Lucy Maud Davis; Tuesday, Nancy Barrett; Wednesday, Elizabeth Thomas; Thursday, Ruth Zealy; Friday, Joan Byrd. High Airs Polices For Election Week At Joint House Meeting Tues- day night, Student Government President Sarah Helen High an- nounced that up-graded privileges for Spring Quarter listed in the Student Handbook are now in ef- fect. She also explained the election policies, urging candidates to talk to those now in office in order 10 be sure what each position entailed. Nominations were posted Mon- day and will remain posted hroughout the week, with elections beginning Monday, April 3. Order of elections is posted on the Stu- dent Government bulletin board in the mail room, along with nomina- tions. B.O.Z. Announces Two-Week Try-outs Upperclassmen are urged to sub- mit creative writing to B. O. Z. Tryouts will be held Mar. 27 April 10. Beth Crawford asks that each entry be put in an envelope with name enclosed in the B. O. Z. box in the mailroom between those dates. The Chapel periods will be cen- tered around the happenings of Holy Week. Good Friday, Dr. Paul L. Garber will lead a worship service. Members of the Glee Club will assist him. These special services will be climaxed by a Sunrise Service Easter morning. This service will be conducted by Dr. James R. Mc- Cain and members of the Glee Club will participate. The service starts at 7:45 a.m. in the May Day Dell. Tuesday, Cary Bowen spoke and today, Dr. Wallace M. Alston preached. fully appreciate the festival by better acquainting them with its four phases: art, literature, music and dance, and drama. Senior Fine Arts Representative Penny Jenkins, Contact Committee chairman, is in charge of the first fireside, which will be held from 5 to 6 this evening in the basement of Walters. Mr. Robert Westervelt will explain the basics of art for the interest of both' those who are and are not acquainted with this subject. The literature fireside, Tuesday, April 4, will feature the back- grounds and discussion of Flannery O'Conner and John Ciardi by Miss Margaret Trotter and another guest. Nancy Gheesling, sophomore representative, is taking charge of this program. On Friday, April 7, Mrs. Hugh Campbell will explain and demon- strate the basics of modern dance, and Mrs. Margaret Pepperdene will interpret Yeats' "The Only Jealousy of Emer" as it will be danced during the festival. Fresh- man representative Suzanne West has taken charge of this music and dance area. Mary Ellen Barnes, junior com- mittee member, is responsible for the final fireside, "Meet the Authors," to be held Monday, April 10. Molly Schwab, Beth Crawford and Pat Hale will be present to explain the circumstances under which their plays were written and to present information concerning what to look for in these plays. Each fireside program will begin at 5 p.m. in the basement of Walters. Biology Major Broad Wins Fulbright To Pursue Graduate Study In Belgium Anne Broad, a biology major from Jackson, Mississippi, has been awarded a Fulbright scholar- ship for the academic year 1961- 62. Anne, who will study Embry- ology and Genetics in Belgium, is one of approximately nine hundred persons who are being awarded grants for graduate study abroad under the inter- national educational exchange program of the Department of State. The National Science Founda- tion has also awarded Anne a graduate fellowship in the sci- ences for 1961-62. Alternates for this program are Nina Marable, Virginia Philip and Page Smith. Senior Anne Broad casually conducts A. A. meeting Monday after- noon, just after being notified of her Fulbright. i j \ Vote In Student Elections Apr. 3 -5 2 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, March 29, 1961 on Vote To Voice Do we really have student government? Tune in next week to your own behavior and see. Elections, in determining the quality of leadership campus, determine the quality of campus life Representative leadership can come only when each student assumes her right of citizenship and expresses herself through her vote. When a student cuts elections chapels, she is giving more weight to everybody else's vote. She is forfeiting her right to praise or to criticize later on, for if she doesn't care enough to vote, she should be disinterested in whatever those elected decide. There are definitely factions of thought on campus, and there definitely should always be differences to be confronted and resolved. Elections provide an opportunity to resolve the differences, for if everybody votes, the majority is pleased. This does not mean that the best compromise is always the person who gets elected by second and third place preferential votes. This can be weakening, unless those who vote for second and third places feel that the candi- dates are nearly equal in their eyes. No one should feel obligated to vote three, or even two choices. She should feel obligated to vote, and to vote her preferences, and to be able to justify her preferences in terms of her own feelings for the school. It is the composite of our expressed feelings which make or break student life. The integral role which student life can play in the affairs of Agnes Scott must not be ignored. E.T. Calculated Hope The New Frontier of this decade holds out the opportunity for self-vindication to our generation. In sharp contrast to the labels which have been previously slapped on us, i.e., "The Beat Generation," "The Status Seek- ers," "The Angry Young Men," is a whole new set of adjectives such as "world-mind- ed," "unselfish," "responsive." The reason for this shift of emphasis from the negative to the positive is young Ameri- ca's response to the creation of the Peace Corps. The immediate response to Kennedy's campaign promise in San Francisco was in- dicative of the vigorous, dedicated desire of American youth- to share the burden of international co-operation. The enthusiastic volunteers are proving that we are a generation who, in the words of Sargent Shriver, are "pre- pared to get our hands dirty," to work for a worthwhile goal. This program is considered so important that an estimated 40 million dollars of the national budget has been allocated for the initial launching. The Peace Corps is the topic of conversation among inter- ested citizens everywhere. In colleges across the nation con- troversy arises over the merits of the program. Skeptics cry that this is a costly agency just to fulfill a campaign promise. Genuinely alarmed citizens visualize the misuse of manpower and funds which could be better spent in technical assistance or some other facet of the exsting foreign aid policy. The income tax-conscious rail against what they consider a Pipe Dream. Yet the success of previous similar programs should be encouraging to even the most wary. Britain's VSO (Volun- teer Service Organization) and our own IVS (International Voluntary Services) show a net margin of profit rather than loss. These organizations stand as resource material to the Peace Corps offering constructive suggestions from their own ex- perience in foreign nations. The Peace Corps is a carefully calculated hope, a scien- tifically controlled experiment in the nebulous realm of "Peace" and "Mutual Understanding." This is an effort as old as Man himself but capable of pre- senting a new challenge to a new generation, L.S. Malik Discusses Policy Of Christian Leadership By JO ALLISON SMITH To be a statesman is to give all allegiance to the state over and above Christ. Then how can one be a Christian statesman when to be a Christian is to give all allegiance to Christ over and above the state? The Agnes Scott News Published weekly except holidays and examination periods, by the students of Aeries Scott College. Office on second floor Murphey Candler Building. Entered as second class matter at the Decatur. Georgia, post office. Subscription price per year $2.00; single copy. 10 cents. tit*. ESTHER THOMAS Mn^ne"*FdTtoV Z MARY JANE MOORE S^n^n,' ::::=::=. :..;;v==.v seen International - RFTR fRAWFORD IS?", - " \::T:::::::::::::r.::::iSA jonk. ".^ jonk Reporters Frunro.i An.'ierson. Betsy Boatwrifrht. Martha Chew. Helen Everett. Floiaie Onirics. Betty Kneale. Lynne Lambert. Linda Lenti. .Tu each a mixture of the classes. From the rumors I've heard, there is going to be a mot- ley array of potential soccer play- ers coming out. History majors particularly might be interested in the fact that Mr. Michael Brown will be instructing the novices. Since the emphasis in soccer is to be placed solely on having fun, anyone and everyone should feel free to join the group. Practice dates will be announced later. 'TTTTTTTTTTT T , DICKSON'S Across From the Decatur Theater [Campus Countdown By KAY ROBERTSON Ellen Middlebrooks and David I Sowles have set their wedding! date for July 1. David studied in | Greece for several years and is now working on his Ph.D. at the University of Minnesota. Also to wed this summer is Nancy Sheriff. Her fiance, Pat Kennedy, is a senior at Tech and a member of the Sigma Nu fra- ternity. Anne Russell is pinned to Henry Peabody, a KA at Tech. Bill Holman has presented Tinka Preismeyer with his ATO pin. Bill is a Tech graduate and is now serving his term in the army. Jean Medearis has announced her engagement to Bob Johnston, who is a graduate of Davidson and a student at Columbia Seminary. Their wedding is planned for June 17. Music-Dance.., (Continued from Page 3) Rachel Fowler and Marguerite Dickert will play selections from contemporary composers for or- gan and piano. Music Mr. John Adams of the Music Department will also play a violin ! number. Dr. William Newman of the University of North Carolina, pianist, author and musicologist, will speak Thursday, April 20, on "A Curious Era of Chamber Mu- sic." The Dance Group will offer a Master Class to be taught by a famous dancer. Some films of Mar- tha Graham, contemporary dancer, will be shown on Saturday and Thursday, respectively. 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XL VI AGNES SCOTT COLLEGE, DECATUR, GEORGIA, Wednesday, April 5, 1961 No. 15 Judy Holloway, Judicial Chairman; Mary Beth Thomas, Joint House Chairman, and Student Body President Vicky Allen are interviewed by 'News' editor Lucy Schow following elections Monday. Elected Tuesday were vice-presidents of the boards: Lillian Smith, Social Council; Dot Porcher, Athletic Association, and Linda Lentz, Christian Association. Judy Holloway, vice-president of Student Government, is shown above. Newly elected Board Presidents, Elizabeth Withers, Social Councils; Ann Hutchinson, A. A., and Carey Bowen, C. A., enjoy their last free Monday night for a year. Students Elect Allen Hutchinson, Withers,Bowen To Lead 4 Boards By JO ALLISON SMITH Eight anxious nominees were transformed into top campus leaders during election chapel Monday. Vicky Allen received top campus office as Presi- dent of Student Government Association. She will be working closely with Judy Holloway, newly elected Judicial Chairman. Heads of the other three boards are Carey Bowen, Christian Association President; Ann Hutchinson, Athletic Association President, and Elizabeth Withers, Social Council Presi- dent. Two new publications heads are Lucy Schow, editor of The Agnes Scott News, and Susan Alexander, editor of The 1962 Silhouette. Mary Beth Thomas, as Joint House Council Chairman, will initiate this newly-formed branch of Student Government Association. Vicky Allen, from Lynchburg, Va., is a math major. She was class representative to Executive Committee her freshman and soph- omore years. She currently holds the position of Student Recorder and chair- man of the committee on Reorgan- ization of Student Government. Vicky attended the Southern In- tercollegiate Association of Stu- dent Government last spring, and will return this year to lead a dis- cussion group on "Why an Honor System?" Carey Bowen, from Dalton, Ga., is an English major. She has been a C. A. representative and Liter- ary Chairman of C. A. Carey is a member of Black- friars and has been a member of Silhouette staff. She was class Secretary-Treas- urer her sophomore year and is drama representative for Fine Arts Festival. Carey has also been a cheerleader. Ann Hutchinson, from La- Grange, Ga., is an art major. She has been a cheerleader, and a rep- resentative to A.A. for two years as Publicity Chairman and Secre- tary. She was 1960 Black Cat Chair- man and producer of the 1961 Junior Jaunt. Elizabeth Withers, from Colum- bia, S. C, is a math major. She is a member of the Glee Club and a representative to A.A. as Arch- ery Manager. She is a member of the French Club and currently is Social Coun- cil representative. Judy Holloway, from Norfolk, Va., is a philosophy major. She was a freshman representative to Lower House and Skit Chairman of Junior Jaunt. She was on Executive Committee her sopho- more year, and this year is Sec- retary of S.G.A. Lucy Schow, from Bowling Green, Ky.. is an English major. She was Black Cat skit chairman her sophomore year and Junior Jaunt skit chairman this year. She was also chairman of Sup- pressed Desires Day. She has served as a reporter on the News staff for two years and currently is Assistant Editor. Some of her editorials have been quoted in other college news- papers and in The Associated Col- legiate Press bulletin. Susan Alexander, from Char- lotte, N. C, is a history major. She was '62 club Vice-President and has served on Silhouette staff two years. This year she is class editor. She was also a member of Ad- visory Council her freshman year. (Continued on Page 3) Also elected Tuesday are 'Silhouette' editor Susan Alexander, Orientation Chairman Jan Heard, Student Recorder Betsy Schenck, Day Student Chairman Adrienne Haire, and 'Aurora' editor Kay Gilliland. Personnel Sub-Committee Circulates Questionnaires The Student Personnel Committee, headed by Miss Julia Gary, Associate Professor of Chemistry, has created a sub- committee consisting of Mrs. Margaret Pepperdene, Mr. Kwai Sing Chang, Miss Kate McKemie, Gayle Green, and Carol Rogers to study student activities amd student govern- ment. This subcommittee sent ques- tionnaires to every student organi- zation, such as the student gov- ernment, all boards, publications, departmental clubs and others. The purpose of these question- naires is to get factual infor- mation which will be used by the entire committee on student personnel. Some of the facts the commit- tee is attempting to learn are the purpose of the organization, its organizational structure and its membership whether voluntary, elected, etc. Other questions are how the or- ganization is financed, how the officers are elected and what it actually does. These questionnaires will be evaluated in terms of the pur- pose of the organization itself. Two important questions to be evaluated are. "Is the organization doing what it purposes to do?" and "Is it contributing to the pur- pose of the college?" The questions were sent at this time of the year because of the benefit of getting information from two sets of officers, the old and the new. The questionnaires are to be completed and returned before the middle of May. Trotter, Lewis Lead Literature Fireside This afternoon the background and discussion of Flannery O'Con- nor and John Ciardi will be fea- tured in the second Fireside Chat from 5-6. Leading this literature fireside will be Miss Margaret Trotter and Miss Lewis from Emory University. "We hope in this fireside to sqmehow relate John Ciardi and Flannery O'Connor to the modern movements in poetry and short story writing as well as giving background on writings which each author has done personally," said Nancy Gheesling, sophomore representative in Walters, who is in charge of this fireside. Suzanne West, freshman repre- sentative who is in charge of the music and dance area of the festi- val, said when speaking of the fireside to be held Friday after- noon, April 7, "I hope the student body is looking forward to hearing Mrs. Hugh Campbell explain and demonstrate the basis of modern dance, and the interpretation by Mrs. Margaret Pepperdene of Yeats' 'The Only Jealousy of El- mer' which will be danced during the festival." The last fireside, "Meet the Authors," will be held Monday, April 10. 2 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, April 5, 1961 How Right Is Right? The rising generation of leadership us seems to be labeled the conservatives. Goldwater, Ayn Rand, et al are the prophets. The party is Republican. The sign is the dollar mark. The cry is free enterprise. On the surface, it sounds good. Here are some of the side-line activities which draw the side line of young conservatives. Per- haps we can pass them off. But their num- ber and influence, taken together, cannot be ignored. Neither can they be disowned by a generation who shares the same broad classification. (1) The John Birch Society This group, composed of patriotic, freely acting indi- viduals, is out-McCarthying the late Joe McCarthy. The group has numbers on the West Coast and is perme- ating the Bible Belt. To be certain that no one is "soft," or "pink," or even "Red," the society arranges its own investi- gations and purges. Those not in 100% agreement are suspect. Suspects be- come the prey of freely acting investigators, who turn the suspects pasts inside out and desecrate their privacy . . . (2) At least one White Citizen's Council A candidate for editor of the University of Mississippi newspaper has been accused of being a member of the NAACP and an instigator of sit-ins in Atlanta. We worked with the boy this summer. We know this isn't true. He was accused by the Citizen's Council. Whether the Council's motive is to gain influence through the student press at Mississippi by purging this candidate, or whether its motive is simply to correct a grievance, or whether it was mistaken in its efforts to protect the Uni- versity, as a lie-detector test taken by the boy in question indicates, we do not know. But we do know that an innocent person a person whom we would call a conservative himself is on the verge of ruin by loss of reputation in his home state. . . . (3) Campus Movements At Tulane University, for example, according to the newspaper, a conservative- liberal conflict exists on campus. One side comes out rather strongly. A recent article, for instance, writes favorably of the or- ganization of a campus police force in another college, in- dicating that the police force is a good protector, a neces- sary safe-guard, for more things than parking problems and curfew scuffles. Another article does everything but label the National Student Association a Communist pawn. The exchange column contains conservative-extremist material that some editors throw in the trash because of the known unreliable sources from which they come. . . . Those of us on campus, the majority of whom call our- selves conservatives, most of us being somewhat provincial by virtue of our birth, if not our beliefs, have got to be care- ful. Perhaps forms of right extremity, even Fascism, are dead. But we best be skeptical, and lend a hand at burying them. E.T. 'Good But Hard / According to U. S. News and World Report, Agnes Scott and Randolph-Macon are rated the two top girls' schools in the Southeastern part of the country. Undoubtedly, the principal reason for the selection of Agnes Scott is its su- perior academic program. Most people who know anything at all about the college classify it as "a good school, but hard." This reputation is based on the high quality of academic work done by the students. When a girl enters Agnes Scott, she is ex- pected by the faculty to seek eagerly an edu- cation, to spend long hours digging in the library, to set her studies as her main ob- jective rather than extra-curricular activi- ties or a booming social life. Each year her work advances in difficulty. But classes are more interesting also, and learning changes from drudgery into pleasure. Although there is a great deal of griping about the amount and quality- of work required and students transfer to seek easier and greener pastures, most graduates are extremely proud of an Agnes Scott degree and the hours of hard labor that it represents. In order for the college to retain its fine reputation, the academic program must continue to improve. The self-study evaluations will reveal needed changes in some departments. The fund-raising campaign will bring new classroom build- ings and increased salaries for teachers. However, the hope for the future lies mainly in the stu- dents themselves. It is they who must maintain the high standard of academic life. C.S.J. Internationally Speaking Threat of War Moves Near In Critical Laotian Situation By HARRIET SMITH As events in Laos move closer and closer to the boiling point and the threat of war no longer seems remote, it is time to get behind the headlines and to discover exactly what the U .S. has at stake in that tiny corner of the Far East. At first glance, Idaho-size Laos Blackfriars Adopts Insignia For Plays Blackfriars will have a new in- signia soon to be hung in chapel for the week preceding each pro- duction. Miss Elvena Green of the Speech and Drama department first got the idea from the cus- tom in Shakespeare's time of fly- ing a banner over a theater where a play would be given. The new insignia has been de- signed from Miss Green's plans by Ann Hutchinson. It is a shield done in black, gold, and white and will be hung high against the curtains in Gaines for a week before each new Black- friar's play. Leaders Will Study New Official Duties Newly-elected student body officers will have the opportunity to learn something of the purpose and responsibilities of their new offices at the Leadership Training Conference, scheduled for Sunday afternoon, April 9, at the Fritz Orr Day Camp. Sponsored by Mortar Board, the conference allows the officers elect to meet with those who have previously held the same office. Since it is to be held off campus, those involved are enabled to con- centrate fully and exclusively on their positions and duties without the undermining distractions of the campus. The program will consist essentially of three parts under the direction of Mortar Board members. First, the entire group will meet in a general session to consider the universals of campus office- holding. Such things as the preferential system of election, the point sys- tem, and the "How-to-get-things done" policy drawn up by Lower House will be discussed. Following the general session, the group will divide into units made up of those holding the same office in different organi- zations to examine the obliga- tions of an individual office. Finally, each new officer will be allowed to confer privately with another girl who has served in the same capacity to discuss the du- ties of her specific office. In this way. she can learn exactly what is expected of her and how she may best fulfill these expectations. Other facets of the conference include a recreational period be- fore supper and vespers led by Dr. Alston immediately preceding the group's return to campus, which is scheduled for 7:30 p.m. with its two million peaceable farmers hardly appears to be worth worrying about or fighting for. In fact, many Americans have criticized the government for becoming s o deeply committed to the safety and freedom of Laos. A second glance, however, reveals the deep significance of Laos for the free world, for the Laotian civil strife has become the focus of the cold war. Key Strategically, Laos is the key to Southeast Asia. A Communist takeover would expose South Vietnam, Thailand and Cambodia to the same sort of assault which now imperils Laos. Therefore, the U. S. must either take a firm stand on Laos or sur- render the whole of Southeast Asia to the Communists. The psychological importance of the struggle in Laos is tremendous. A U.S. retreat in Laos would be viewed by neutralist nations as a gesture of weakness, and would promote a general movement to- ward pro-Soviet neutralism if not outright Communism. Test Apparently, Khrushchev has chosen Laos as a testing ground for the Kennedy administration. By pushing the* Laotian crisis to the brink of war, the Soviet lead- er is engaging in a dangerous, yet effective, experiment to determine just how much the U.S. will take. Now is the time for decisions. Negotiations are in the air, but we may be certain that the Soviets will demand territorial and politi- cal concessions in return for a truce. The Kennedy administration must decide how much the U.S. can concede and still maintain its dig- nity and prestige. The significance of Laos? It could well determine the whole trend of relations between Com- munist nations and the free world. Library To Display Books For Festival As a feature of the Fine Arts Festival, the library will have dis- plays in the fields of music, drama, literature, dance and art. In the field of music, books written by William S. Newman, guest lecturer during the music emphasis period, will be on exhibit. Books and musical scores by com- posers whose music will be played will also be displayed. In the area of art, representa- tive pieces of sculpture and paint- ings from Agnes Scott students will be displayed. Articles on modem dance and pictures of Jose Lomone, Martha Graham and Doris Humphrey, in- cluding shots of their productions, wil be exhibited during the dance emphasis of the Fine Arts Festival. Copies of the plays and informa- tion on the lives of Arch Laurter, John Gassner, Pat Hale, Robert Porterfield, Molly Schwab and Beth Crawford will be featured in the library display during the drama emphasis period. In the field of literature, books on Flannery O'Connor and John Ciardi will be displayed. Back issues of Aurora will also be on exhibit. Corps Office Releases Questionnaire Sheets A Peace Corps questionnaire is now available from the Peace Corps Office, Washington 25, D. C. The four- page information sheet asks for such information as education, job experience, language proficiency, technical skills, special area knowledge, health, athletic ability and geo- graphical knowledge. References are required, as well as proposed length of time avail- able. ; Skills in demand are operation of farm equipment, plumbing, elec- tricity, mason and metal tools, and knowledge of canning, laboratory technique, nursing and radio skills. The Agnes Scott News Published weekly except holiday! and examination periods, by the students of Agnes Scott College. Office on second floor Murphey Candler Building. Entered as second class matter at the Decatur, Georgia, post office. Subscription price per year $2.00; single copy, 10 cents. Editor ESTHER THOMAS Managing Editor ^ *J MARY JANE MOORE Assistant Editors: NANCY BARRETT. CAROLE SUE JACKSON. LUCY SCHOW Copy Editor MARY TAYLOR LIPSCOMB Assignment Manager SUE MUSTOB Campus Beat . .. VIRGINIA PHILIP Entertainment - ELLEN MIDDLEBROOKS International ~. . HARRIET SMITH News Features - BETH CRAWFORD Sports - INA JONES. LELIA JONES Reporters Frances Anrierson, Betsy Boatwright. Martha Chew, Ann Daniel. Helen Everett, Betty Kneale, Lynne Lambert. Linda I^entz, Judy Little, Mildred Love. Martha Mossman, Ann Risher, Kay Robertson Lee Shepherd, Nancy Sheriff. Nancy Sibley. Suzanne Smith, Pam Stanley. Becky Vick. Business Manager CARROLL Advertising Assistant h -Bonnie Hatfield Circulation Photographers ... CONNOR w r~= ~ LINDA INGRAM Wurst. Mary Holman Curd. Lynn Horn NANCI BARR CHRISTY HAGES ELIZABETH THOMAS Wednesday, April 5, 1961 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS 3 Art Department Selects Portrait By Hutchinson By GAY STEBBINS After a careful counting of ballots, the Art Department is happy to announce that Ann Hutchinson's picture of a Negro mother and her two children is the winner of the first Pic- ture of the Week Contest. Honorable mention goes to Ethel Gilmour, whose prize painting was of a city street scene. In the ceramic competition, Paula Wilson's figure of a young girl won first place, and her fig- ure of a fox merited an honorable mention award. All prize winning art works are now on special display in the Gallery on third Buttrick Hall. The Art Department was pleased with the results of this contest, noting that students showed much artistic discrimi- nation in the selection of their favorite works. In Ann Hutchinson's picture, for example, there was an exciting use of color and planes which gave her painting plasticity of form and an even deeper pathos, which was shown in the expressions of the mother and children. In Ethel Gilmour's painting of a city street scene, diagonal and parallel lines were used to give structure to such forms as DECATUR CO-OP CABS 24 HK. SERVICE Radio Dispatch Call DR 7-1701 DR 7-3866 buildings, walks and the street. Her painting exhibited similari- ties to the famous works of both John Marin and U trill o. Paula Wilson's statue of a Young Girl represents both out- standing technical and artistic accomplishment. The figure is about three feet high and is cast in stone. It is simple in structure, yet represents a mastery of form, particularly in the molding of fingers and toes, and facial fea- tures. Likewise, Paula's figure of the fox displays mastery in the hand- ling of stoneware clay. The Art Department strongly encourages participation in the second Picture of the Week Con- test, which began on Monday, April 3. New paintings are included in this competition. ELECTIONS . . . (Continued from Page 1) Mary Beth Thomas, from Ath- ens, Tenn., will be a biology major. She is a member of Lower House and is A.A. Recorder this year. She was a member of honor roll in '59-'60. Hearn's Jewelry Co. 131 Sycamore St. China Crystal Sterling Silver Watches Diamonds Watch and Jewelry Repair Dr. 7-5133 Decatur, Ga. DECATUR CLEANERS & HATTERS HATS EXPERTLY 145 SYCAMORE ST CLEANED DECATUR, GA. DR. 7-5465 STERLIZED AND ODORLESS CLEANING ALL WORK DONE ON PREMISES BOX STORAGE LIKE AN EXTRA CLOSET" FOR ALL YOUR WINTER WARDROBE Expertly Cleaned Moth Proofed: Deodorant Protection Mold & Mildew Protection Regular Cleaning Charges Plus AH Summer Storage Insured Please Reserve a Storage Box For Me! Name Home Address Phone: (Local) HOLDS APPROXIMATELY 20 - 30 GARMENTS Return Thrs Reservation To Senior Class Cleaning Room Paula Wilson's statue of a Young Girl, which took first place in the sculpture division of the art contest, is still on dis- play in Buttrick Gallery. Thomas, Marble, Schwab, Sylvester Receive Awards Recent announcements of grad- uate awards included four Agnes Scott seniors. Caroline Thomas has received a National Science Foundation Cooperative Fellow- ship for study in chemistry at Em- ory University next year. Nina Marable and Pam Sylves- ter will also be at Emory in the chemistry department. Nina is the recipient of a University Fellow- ship, while Pam is to be a Uni- versity Assistant. Molly Schwab has been awarded a University of Florida Assistant- ship -in English. DECATUR-DeKALB THEATRE Today Through Saturday "THE WACKIEST SHIP IN THE NAVY" Technicolor Jack Lemmon Ricky Nelson Starts Monday, April 10 THE GREAT IMPOSITOR ' Tony Curtis Play Premiere Highlights Drama Emphasis By FRANCES ANDERSON The drama part of the Fine Arts Festival will provide a number of opportunities to increase knowledge of this aspect of the fine arts. Founder and Manager of the Bar- ter Theater of Virginia; Dr. Leigh- ton Ballew, the Head of the De- partment of Speech and Drama at the University of Georgia; and Mrs. Margaret Bland Sewell, Pro- fessor and playwright. At 2:00, Saturday afternoon, in MacLean Auditorium, there will be auditions heard by Mr. Porter- field for prospective apprentices of the 1961 summer session to the Barter Theater. The drama part of the Festival will begin in Friday Chapel of April 14. At 3 o'clock Friday after- noon, Dr. John Gassner, Professor of Playwriting at the Yale Gradu- ate School of Drama, will speak in MacLean Auditorium. His speech is entitled, "The Well Made Play; Its Nature and Status in the Modern Theater." Dr. Gassner is an author and an historian, in addition to being one of the foremost drama critics. Exhibit At 4 o'clock, Friday afternoon, an exhibition of 80 stage designs and light plots which represent the life and work of Mr. Arch Lau- terer will open in the lobby of Presser Hall. Mr. Lauterer was famous for his stage design. He worked with the . Depart- ments of Speech and Drama at Mills College, Sarah Lawrence Col- lege and at Bennington College. "Uncle Sam's Cabin" 8 o'clock, Friday night, April 14, will mark the date of the world premier of Pat Hale's "Uncle Sam's Cabin." The play is a satire on the international set in Beirut. Miss Hale graduated cum laude from Agnes Scott in 1955. She was a member of Mortar Board and was elected to Who's Who. She did independent study and was an English Major. Miss Hale was also the Editor of Aurora. She is the resident playwright at Virginia's Barter Theater. She won the Wood row Wilson Prize, a na- tional competition, for her work. Miss Hale now has a play, "The Voice of the Whirlwinds," set for auction to be presented off Broad- way. Immediately foDowing the play there will be a reception in Re- bekah Recreation Room for Miss Hale and Dr. Gassner. Student Plays On Saturday, April 15, two one act plays will be presented at 10:20 in MacLean. Molly Schwab's "Refutation of an Old Theme" and Beth Crawford's "Something That Lasts" will be given. Immediately following the plays will be a panel discussion on drama technique and on the criti- cism of the two one act plays and "Uncle Sam's Cabin." The panel members will be: Dr Gassner; Mr. Robert Porterfield Ellington Grocery Co. 307 E. College Ave- DR 7-3841-3842 J & J SHOES 117 Clairmont Suburban Plaza Candler-McAfee Sandler of Boston . . . Tweedies . . . Foot Flairs Dickert Will Perform Organ Recital April 9 The Music Department of Agnes Scott College presents Marguerite Dickert in graduating recital in organ. The recital will be given April 9th at 3:30 p.m. in Gaines Chapel of Presser Hall. A music major, she is from Greenville, South Carolina. She is a pupil of Miss Marlene Baver and has studied with Mr. Raymond J. Martin, now taking his leave of absence. The campus community is cor- dially invited to attend. The program, will be as follows: "Voluntary on the 100th Psalm Tune," by Henry Purcell; Variaties over Leer mij, o Heer, Uw lijden recht betraehten, by Piet Post. (Tune of "An Holy Jesus, How Hast Thou Offended?") Jesu, geh' voran, Seelenbrauti- gam, by Sigfried Karg-Elert. (Je- su, O Bridegroom of Souls, Lead Thou Onward); "Passacaglia in C Minor," by Jo- hann Sebastian Bach; "Homage to Perotin," by Myron J. Roberts; "Aria," by Jehan Alain; Plainte, Dialogue sur les Mix- tures from Suite Breve, by Jean Langlais. Campus To Receive Annuals On May 29 A great deal of anticipation and secrecy is in the air awaiting the distribution of the 1961 Silhouette. Page Smith, editor of this year's annual, says that the annuals should be here about May 29. She has disclosed several inter- esting features of this year's Silhouette, including a renovation of the ad section, many striking photographs, and a different and exciting cover. Simply Wonderful Sportswear OPEN DAILY 9:306:30 133 Sycamore St. "On The Square" In Decatur 4 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, April 5, 1961 Field-and-Track, Soccer To Top '61 Springtime Sports Calendar By INA JONES Once again the Freshmen have come through. Soccer is not the only sport which will be introduced this spring to the campus for the first time. The Freshmen have or- ganized a program for a field and track team. Among the events to be in- cluded in this program is the fifty, seventy-five, and hundred yard dash. Even Softball is now not com- pletely left out this spring, for there will be competition in the baseball and Softball throw. The prograjm will also include the standing broad jump and the shuttle relay. Despite the fact that there has never been such an organization on our campus, the enthusiasm is remarkable. The present team members have even volunteered to dig a pit in the high jump and running broad jump if it can be arranged. Endurance Miss McKemie will coach the team, and she urges everyone to take part. "Track and field," says Miss McKemie, "are excellent for physi- cal fitness, for they concentrate on building up and maintaining en- durance." The team is off to a good start. Apple Pie Antidote The practices include exercises which are good for discovering new muscles and working off Agnes Scott apple pie. Sit-ups, push-ups, and chinning on the stall boys in the gym are the old standards which the team will use to put therru in condition. The twenty-five yard dash re- quires no individual skill, i.e. in- volves fitness, strength and en- durance. With the emphasis, nationally, on physical fitness, this program should have the support of the en- tire student body. Even if we can't run or jump, we can walk ... to the meet each Wednesday. Bring Shoe Troubles To Clairmont Shoe Repair, Inc. 141 Clairmont Ave. DR 3-3676 Westervelt, Wilson To Display Pottery Mr. Robert Westervelt of the Department of Art and senior ma- jor Paula Wilson are exhibiting members of the Georgia Designer Craftsmen. The second annual exhibit is in progress at the McBurney Museum until April 14. Mr. Westervelt's work includes 12 pottery and glass pieces, several of which are on sale. Paula is showing pottery and sculpture, most of which is also for sale. Alston, Kline Attend Educators' Meeting Dr. Wallace Alston and Dean C. Benton Kline, Jr. leave tomorrow for the Southern University Con- ference. This year the conference is being held April 6 and 7 in Edgewater Park, Mississippi. The Southern University Con- ference is an organization of 54 liberal arts colleges and universi- ties in the south which meets an- nually to discuss various problems of southern educational institu- tions. Frosh Invite Sophs To Weekly Mixers "The mixers were such a suc- cess that we just wanted to in elude the sophomores in on the fun," freshman class president Margaret Moses commented when announcing the decision made last Thursday. In a called meeting the fresh- man class voted to invite the sophomores to their weekly par- ties. The mixers, get-togethers with various invited fraternities from Tech and Emory, will now be un- der the direction of Marilyn Mc- Daniel, Dianne Davidson, Becky Bruce and Linda Davis, members of Social Council. Because of numerous engage- ments already scheduled for Fri- day nights of this quarter, the mixers will be held only on April 7, 28, and May 5, 12, and 19. NEWS of the WEEK in By HELEN EVERETT Washington: Kansas became the 38th state to ratify the 23rd Amendment to the U.S. Constitu- tion giving the citizens of Wash- ington, D.C. the right to vote for the president and vice president. New Delhi, India: U.S. Secre- tary of State Dean Rusk and In- dian Prime Minister Nehru an- nounced that they largely agree on approaches to the problems of Laos and the Congo. Fort Pierce, Fla.: A circuit court jury convicted Joseph A. Peel Jr. of masterminding the most sen- sational crime in Florida police history the 1955 abduction and murder of Circuit Judge and Mrs. C. E. Chillingworth. PRINTING Business Stationery Personal Stationery Announcements Placards Your Particular Job the Way You Want It New Era Publishing Co. 124 Atlanta Ave. DR. 3-5785 The independent college belongs to those who be- lieve in it. It can have no other ownership. It has flourished through the centuries because every generation raises up people who understand its power for good. Rooted in this faith, steadfast, humane, the inde- pendent college abides as a citadel of the unfettered mind and spirit. AGNES SCOn COLLEGE Founded 1889 An Independent liberal arts college for women of highest rank academically, located in the Atlanta metropolitan area. Projects, Parties, Picnics, Mixers, Tour Highlight Spring Quarter Class Activities With the coming of spring each class finds itself with a full cal- endar for this active quarter. The Freshman Class, enticed by the prospects of pretty spring weather, has planned to take a tour of in- teresting points in Atlanta every Saturday afternoon. In May the Freshmen plan to have a tea for their Sophomore helpers, Junior sponsors, and fac- ulty advisers, and to round out the quarter they will continue to have, along with the Sophomore class, the Friday night mixers with the boys from fraternities at Tech and Emory. The Class of 63, wanting to emerge from the Sophomore Slump, started spring quarter off with a bang by having a class party at the cabin on March 25. Raising money to prevent class bankruptcy and to contribute to the Fine Arts Festival is the chief goal of the Sophomores. This they hope to accomplish through the Lost and Found Sale PI ALPHA PHI TRY-OUTS APRIL 11 McKINNEY ROOM ] 5:00 P.M. being held this week, and later on in the quarter they will sponsor a beauty shop in Walters basement. On the Junior calendar we find plans for a class picnic at Fritz Orr's on May 12th. (And three more cottage parties will be held throughout April and May.) A sure sign of spring is the sale of Agnes Scott mugs to be spon- sored by the Juniors during this quarter. Before getting caught in the excitement of graduation activi- ties, the "tired old seniors" plan to have a dessert party for the Freshmen on April 11 in the May Day dell. On May 13 the Class of '61 will display their hidden talents in the annual Senior Opera. DICKSON'S Across From the Decatur Theater Visit or Phone WATSON PHARMACY For Prompt Delivery DR 3-1665 YOUR NEAREST DRUC STORE COPYRIGHT ( BETWEEN CLASSES... get that refreshing new feeling ^ t] ? Atlanta Coca-Cola Bottling Co. BotUed under authority of The Coca-Cola Company by The A gnes Scott News VOL. XL VI AGNES SCOTT COLLEGE, DECATUR, GEORGIA, Wednesday, April 12, 1961 No. 16 Phi Beta Kappa Elects 14 Seniors Allen Reads List Following Klines involvement' Talk Following Dean C. Benton Kline's Phi Beta Kappa address, Miss Mary Virginia Allen, Secretary of the Beta Chapter of Georgia, read the list of those elected to Phi Beta Kappa from the class of 1961. Those chosen for their high academic achievement are: BATSON BRANDEIS BROAD Nancy Batson, from Knoxville, Term., an art major; Judy Clark Brandeis, from De- HENDERSON HOLMES JENKINS JUAREZ LOVE PHILIP SEAY SMITH THOMAS ZIMMERMANN Campus Elects 19 Leaders To Hold Remaining Offices By BECKY VICK The annual election drew to a close last week as nineteen additional campus leaders were selected. ' ^Vmong those most recently elected is Betsy Boatwright, house president of Walters. Holding this position she will represent her residence hall on the Executive Committee next year. This junior from Columbia, S. C, was also named to the 1959-60 Honor Roll. Those elected as freshmen house presidents of Inman, Main and Rebekah are Peggy McGeachy, Margaret Ann Shugart and Mary Stokes. Peggy is a philosophy major and has served on Exec for the past school session. Margaret Ann, from Franklin. Kentucky, is a math major and has served as treasurer of the Lecture Association this year. From Char- lotte, N. C, Mary Stokes, a biolo- gy major, has served on the Exec- utive committee. Hopkins Head The president of Hopkins Dorm will be Sandy Still from Tusca- loosa, Ala. She has been a mem- ber of the Lower House of Student Government Association for the past year. Sandy is majoring in English. Elaine Sayers from Columbus, Ga., will serve as vice-president of Walters. Elaine is a psychology major, and she has also been a member of the Social Council this year. The newly elected managing edi- tor of the Silhouette is Sue Grey from Asheboro, N. C. Sue was also elected to membership to the ASC chapter of Chi Beta Phi and to the 1959-60 honor roll. This past year- she has served as feature editor of Silhouette. Sue is a mathematics major. Nancy Barrett is the new man- aging editor of the News. She was Vespers chairman of '62 club her freshman year and is assistant editor of the paper this year. Lecture Committee Mary Ellen Barnes, from Springfield, N. J., has been elected chairman of the Lecture Commit- tee. Mary Ellen is also a member of Blackfriars. Working with her as vice-presi- dent will be Jo Allison Smith from Atlanta, Ga. During her freshman year she served as vice-president of her class. Student Government Mary Ann Lusk, from Gallipolis, Ohio., was chosen student record- er. Junior Officers The position of student treasur- er will be filled next fall by Betsy Schenck, from Davidson, N. C. She has been a member of the Christian Association Board. Willette Barnwell, from Stone Mountain, Ga., was chosen secre- tary of Student Government As- ( Continued on Page 2) Authors Will Criticize 'Aurora' Festival Copy Agnes Scott College poets read- ing their own works, two chapel programs, lecture by John Ciardi and a panel criticism of the Aurora are scheduled for the Literature Emphasis of the Arts Festival on April 18 and 19. Early next week the Aurora will publish its Festival issue on which much discussion will be centered. The issue contains short stories by Beth Crawford, Cindy Hind, Doris Sanders, Molly Schwab and Mary Womack. Poetry contributors are Joan Byrd, Kay Gilliland, Betsy Patter- son, Sandy Still and Mary Ware. Everything that is in the issue will be discussed ori Wednesday afternoon, April 19, by John Ciardi, poetry editor of the Saturday Re- view, and Flannery O'Connor, local author of short stories. The panel will be held at 4 p.m. in Rebekeh Rec room. The poets represented in Aurora will read their works in chapel on Tuesday morning, April 18, with Miss Margaret Trotter and others also contributing. Final Fireside Chats Spotlight Emphases Friday afternoon, April 7, the third in a series of four firesides in preparation for the Arts Festival was held in Walters basement. Mrs. Margaret Pepper dene sum- marized and discussed the dramatic effects in "The Only Jealousy of Emer," which is to be danced dur- ing the festival. Mrs. Hugh Campbell, with the aid of four members of the dance group, explained the basis of the dance. One point, brought out in this fireside, is that all branches of the arts at Agnes Scott College have combined their efforts to produce this Arts Festival without any out- side help. The last fireside was held Mon- day, April 10. Molly Schwab and Beth Crawford, authors of the two one-act plays to be presented by Blackfriars this week-end, dis- cussed their plays. 'News' Staff Adds 8 To Reporting Corps The Agnes Scott News has add- ed eight members to its report- ing staff. Barbara White, Amy Alexander, Nancy Smith, Nancy Bradford, Sue Keith-Lucas, Glenda Antonie, Nina Griffin and Jo Allison Smith have completed their internship. Others interested in joining the News staff should contact editor- elect Lucy Schow for details. catur, a French major; Anne Broad, from Jackson, Miss., a biology major; Margaret Bullock, from Hamlet, N. C, a mathematics major; Jane Henderson, from Green- ville, S. C, a mathematics major; Patricia Holmes, from Kings- tree, S. C, a history major; Marian Jenkins, from Atlanta, a psychology major; Juanita Juarez, from Tampa, Fla., a psychology major; Mildred Love, from Blacksburg, Va., a mathematics major; Virginia Philip, from LaGrange, Ga., a chemistry major; Joyce Seay, from Selma, Ala., a psychology major; Page Smith, from Newport News, Va., a chemistry major; Caroline Thomas, from Ashe- ville, N. C, a chemistry major; Lafon Zimmermann, from Jack- son Heights, N. Y., a French major. Dean Kline's topic for the an- nual convocation was "Involve- ment." He used the French existentialists' meaning of engage to express the "marriage" which he feels should come between the student and her academic work. In developing his meaning, he contrasted the existentialists' viewpoint with the Cartesian con- cept of objectivity of truth which develops a non-involved associa- tion with truth. Sophomores Select Cottage Presidents By CAROLE JACKSON In an exciting, narrow race Monday morning four sophomores were elected to serve as cottage presidents. They are Frannie Bai- ley, Betty Ann Gatewood, Ann Granger Williams and Nell Tabor. The fifth cottage president was to be chosen in a run-off election on Tuesday afternoon. Results were not known at press time. A native of Danville, Kentucky, Frannie Bailey was president of '63 club. She now works on the annual staff and is a member of the Self-Study Committee. Her major is history. Betty Ann Gatewood hails from Americus, Georgia. She is current- ly serving on the Executive Com- mittee and was on Lower House last year. Another Georgian is Nell Tabor, whose hometown is Tifton. An English major, she was a member of Lecture Association and Glee Club her freshman year. She is now Hall Prayers Chairman and a representative of Lower House. Ann Granger Williams comes from Little Rock, Arkansas. She was on Lower House last year. This year she is a member of Ad- visory Council and the annual staff. 2 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, April 12, 1961 The Agnes Scott News Published weekly except holidays and examination periods, by the students of Agnes Scott College. Office on second floor Murphey Candler Building. Entered as second class matter at the Decatur, Georgia, post office. Subscription price per year $2.00; single copy, 10 cents. Editor _ mm ESTHER THOMAS Managing Editor MARY JANE MOORE Nipped In The Bud If one is willing to agree that maturity stems from the choices one makes, then we have a problem on our hands Why do sophomores say, "I haven't made a decision since I decided to come here?" How many seniors worry about the radical change coming when they "go out into the world?" Why have we gotten timid about arguing with our professors and why do we avoid conflict by rationalizing away dissent with "bad attitude" labels? Part of our ideal is the development of the mature personality through a democratic life. But most of the grass roots flowers of budding contributions are nipped. In the realm of student government, the grass roots move- ments that do take hold are cloaked in a long winter of si- lence before they spring to life in the handbook. Granted our happy student-administration relation is unique and something to be treasured. But we do not think it should deteriorate into a student- fostered paternalism because we are too nice to assume the responsibilities we have. Neither do we think any of us should be protected from error and failure to the point where we mistakenly think an ideal is an achieved reality and that perfection is a fact. Almost everyone tagrees that he learns mostly through the mistakes he has made. But most of the mistakes we make fall in limited categories, and most of them >are scarcely ad- mitted to be such even then. Our ability to cope is tested within regulated areas, with a helping hand running along the edge of the track. Even in the free refuge of the purely academic, we com- plain if someone throws us a lot of material and expects us to get a lot on our own. We prefer several simple busy-work items to one task of tremendous complexity. We prefer that professors hand us a topic on a silver platter. We cast jaundiced eyes on anyone who asks ques- tions in class. We try to spot the teacher to get a good grade instead of weighing the material. We should not be afraid to condemn ourselves on any of these counts on which we 'are individually or collectively guilty. In the coming year of evaluation, we approach the crucial period in Agnes Scott's history. We can either succeed greatly, or we can, by coming so close, yet falling short, fail greatly. What is close to the heart can be cherished only if it is tested against every alternative and protected from nothing for only then can we be sure it deserves our highest feelings. E.T. Vital 'Has Beens' We have just completed one of the most significant events of the school year the election of officers for the 1961 -'62 session. In the rush of changing hands and with enthusiastic plans being made by the in- coming student leaders, the work of the old campus officers is often overlooked. We need to take this opportunity to ex- press our gratitude and appreciation for jobs well done this year. We have been fortunate in the quality of leadership provided by this year's group under their direction improvements have been made and changes effected in every sphere of campus life. And with gratitude comes the assurance that the seniors are not "has beens" that their leadership, guidance and opinions are needed they are still a vital and important part of Agnes Scott. With the acceptance of positions comes an awareness of re- sponsibility on the part of new campus leaders. However, the effectiveness of campus leadership depends to a great extent on the quality of the followers. In a real sense, every member of the student body is a leader, for it is the opinion, the ability and deep concern of each individual which is needed for the effective function- ing of student life. The officers selected are merely the instruments by which the aims and purposes of each person may be fully realized. Tli is is a time for unification for renewed concern on the part of students in the purposes and aims of the college a time for constructive criticism and helpful suggestions. Only then can we "strive to change that which needs to be changed and perpetuate that which needs to be kept." N.B. Murphey Summarizes Summer Opportunities By NANCY SHERIFF Miss lone Murphey has said that the largest number of job oppor- tunities this year lies in the camping and Social Service fields. These job openings stay steady from year to year but are not al- ways filled because of the low salary problem. The Social Services also have many offers. A family Service Agency in Greensboro has con- tacted Miss Murphey for a single opening. There have been increased offers for economics majors in this field recently, where for- mally it was limited to techni- cal and scientific majors. These offers are limited to juniors and seniors, however, be- cause of the difficulty of the Fed- eral Service Entrance Examina- tion, which must be taken first. There are many offers in Recre- ation. The Park Department of At- lanta needs a large number of lifeguards this summer. They have not yet announced the possibility of jobs in the playgrounds and parks. Companies are not offering many summer jobs. A repre- sentative of the Bureau of La- bor Statistics recently told Miss Murphey this type of job had been very difficult to obtain on all the campuses he had visited. More seniors this year have re- ceived actual job offers than at this time last year. The salaries are also averaging $200 higher than those last year. The greatest number of offers have been in the fields of pro- gramming and secretarial work. Teachers, as always, are in great demand. The largest num- ber of requests have come for Latin and other languages. An expert on the educational problem has stated that the short- age of Latin teachers has become so critical that it will eventually have to be dropped from the cur- riculum if not soon relieved. Faculty Announces Catalogue Changes Several changes have been made in the new catalogue for the com- ing session. A new course has been added to the Economics department, American Economic History. It is a five hour course to be taught by Mr. Martin every fall quarter at 11:10. In the Sociology department Mr. Tumblin will teach a five hour course on Cultural Anthropology each winter quarter at 11:10. The Speech department has undergone a complete renovation and is no longer a subhead under the English department. Under the new heading of Speech and Drama 'he catalogue lists several new courses and different versions of old ones. Miss Clark will begin teaching a new course in French on Pascal in 1962-63, and a new advanced read- ing course is to be offered in the German department. History of Russia has been divid- ed into two separate courses, one fall and one winter quarter, and Current Problems will be resumed next year. The Music department has also undergone a renovation. In addi- tion to several new courses, Opera has been condensed into a five hour course to be offered each spring quarter. Nationally Speaking Smith Marks Trend Toward Conservatism on Campuses By HARRIET SMITH Traditionally, the college campus is regarded as a hotbed of liberalism; today, it appears that the pendulum has swung in the other direction, for there is an unmistakable trend toward conservatism on the college campuses of Ameri- ca, and ASC is no exception. The prophet of the conservative movement is Barry Goldwater, Re- publican Senator from Arizona, whose recent book The Con- sole >ice of a Con- servative, is a best seller at scores of campus bookstores and is required reading at a number of universities. Of Goldwater's 600 letters a day,' a heavy proportion is from young people, and his numerous college appearances usually attract over- flow audiences. A "Goldwater for President" society, Young Americans for Freedom has chapters in more than 100 colleges. Conservative Revival According to Goldwater, the "conservative revival on the cam- puses" began about 5 years ago, springing from the fact that young people today are better informed, have more time to think, and are naturally inclined to buck the established order. On the other hand, the Dean of Cornell declares that the "apparent resurgence of conservatism on American college campuses is real- ly only one phase of a general resurgence in the colleges and uni- versities of interest in political and international affairs, and of a revival of active debate on current issues. Certainly, the "revival of con- servatism" coincides with a new atmosphere of seriousness on the college campus, and with increas- ing tension in national' and inter- national affairs. Reactionary Generation This editor feels that college con- servatism is not a sign that America, is raising a generation of reactionaries, but that it is a healthy indication that college stu- dents are thoughtfully considering the issues at stake in American's future. College conservatives are forcing liberals to evaluate and define their political philosophies, and the re- sult will probably be new life in our two-party system. Fine Arts Program Includes Schedule Fine Arts Festival programs will be available Thursday, the program committee has an- nounced. The cover will feature the Arts Festival design which has appeared on all posters covering the festi- val. The contents includes all the Arts Festival activities and will be the students' guide to time, place and date, while offering informa- tion and sketches relevant to Festival performances. Lead ers New, Old Officers With Dr. Alston at Retreat By LUCY SCHOW Dark and rainy weather halted the m'ass exodus to Fritz Orr's for the 1961-62 Leadership Retreat; instead, approxi- mately sixty students Mortar Board members and both old and new office-holders camped in Walters basement for a four hour discussion of responsibility and leadership in the various segments of campus life. This group heard Anne Broad ex- plain the preferential system of voting and Carroll Rogers discuss the newly-initiated program of Self-Study. Vicki Allen, the rising President of Student Government, presented in detail the proposed re-organi- zation of student government which will go into effect next Spring quarter. Sarah Helen High, present Student Government President, spoke to the group concerning the relationship of mutual un- derstanding which exists be- tween the student leaders and the administration. The general assembly then broke up into separate meetings in areas of specific responsibility. Each recently-elected office- holder had the opportunity to learn the duties of her new posi- tion from talking to the girl who has held the office this year. After a picnic-style dinner planned by Mortar Board and Vespers led by Ann Thompson, Dr. Alston talked about the 'Motives of Office-Holding." In his speech he set the tone for the campus-wide activities un- der this nqw leadership by saying that "We shall strive to change that which needs to be changed and perpetuate that which needs to be kept." (Continued from Page 1) sociation. C. A. Sue Heinrich, from Orange Park, Fla., is the new Christian Associa- tion Secretary. This year Sue has served as a representative of the sophomore class on C. A. Lucy Morcock, from Covington, Ga., was elected treasurer of Christian Association. In the past year Lucy served as a board member of C. A., and dur- ing her freshman year she was elected to represent her class to the Executive Committee. A. A. Lelia Jones, from Pensacola. Fla., and Kay Stapelton, from Don- alsonville, Ga., are the new Ath- letic Association secretary and t roasurer, respectively. Virginia Allen, from Forsyth, Ga., was elected secretary of the Social Council. This past year she served as representative fox her closs on this board. Serving as secretary on this board next year will be D'Etta Brown from Meridian, Miss. Margaret Van Deman, from Waynesboro, Va., was elected treasurer of the Lecture Commit- tee for next year. Wednesday, April 12, 1961 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS 3 Chambers Announces Tryouts For 'Dolphins' Tryouts for membership in Dolphin Club will be at 7 p.m. April 12 and 26 in the pool, Kaki Chambers, president, has announc- ed. Swimmers may come to either tryout, but members will not be announced until after the second testing. Skill in performance of 14 swim- ming acrobatic stunts will be judged by the members of the club this year. Two clinics for practice of the stunts have already been held. New officers will be elected after the new members are chosen. TTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTT > I Staff Meeting 6:45 today foi\ * old and new members of the Agnes Scott News. DECATUR CO-OP CABS 24 HR. SERVICE Radio Dispatch Call DR 7-1701 DR 7-3866 Lady Milton s City Slicker Full-skirted model, choir boy collar, rope belt, for smart campus or city attire. Sizes 8-16. 1. New classic series of batiste oxford candy stripes, white ground with narrow stripes of soft blue, soft olive, or pale gray. $14.95 2. Combed broadcloth, white ground with navy, gold, bark gray, or green narrow candy stripes. $14.95 3. Dan River, rich olive chambray, wash 'n' wear finish $16.95 4. 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Bill Cox, a junior at Tech, pre- sented Dianne Hunter with his Phi Gam pin. Nancy Sibley is engaged to Ted Rempe and is planning a Christ- mas wedding. A graduate of Tech and a former Beta, Ted is now working in Dallas, Texas. Beth Fuller has a sparkling dia- mond given her by Dabney Gray- hill, of Augusta, Ga. Dabney graduated from the University of Georgia, where he was a K. A., and he is working in Jacksonville, Fla. The marriage will take place in July. DICKSON'S Across From the Decatur Theater BAILEY'S Shoe Shop 53 Years in Decatur Look At Your Shoes 142 Sycamore Street Exhibit Jo Highlight Art Area Emphasis Although the dates of April 16 and 17 are especially devoted to art in the schedule for the Fine Arts Festival, activities in this area are planned for the entire Festival week. The school has already been made aware of this field through the picture-of-the-week contest. Beginning April 14 an exhibit which will feature drawings, paint- ings, sculpture and other works will be placed in Rebekah Scott. This showing will not close until the end of festival on April 22. A "Meet the Artists" Tea will be held in the Rebekah Scott Re- ception Room at 3 p f m., April 16. Attending will be various artists who teach in the Atlanta area. To climax this phase of the fine arts program, an art auction will be conducted April 22. During this time, students will be able to pur- chase works contributed by the faculty and students. French Club Gives Scenes From Play Eleven members of the French Club will act in a presentation of scenes from "Le Bourgeois Gentil- homme," at 7:30 p.m. on May 11 in Maclean Auditorium. Members of the cast are Nancy Stone, Florence Willy, Missy Moore, Virginia Allen, Mary Ellen Barnes, Brock Hanna, Betsy Boat- wright, Marianne Guion, Ann Thomas, Jean Hunter and Martha McKinnon. The presentation wil be open to anyone interested. Ellington Grocery Co. 307 E. College Ave. DR 7-3841-3842 Visit or Phone WATSON PHARMACY For Prompt Delivery DR 3-1665 YOUR NEAREST DRUG STORE Gilmour Painting Takes Top Honor By GAY STEBBINS The second Picture of the Week Contest closed on Satur- day, April 8. Mr. Warren, head of the Art Department, was pleased with the results of this competition, which reflected active student interest. Over 260 votes were east during the entire two Week contest. The painting i which won first place in this competition was a water-color of a portrait of a lady by, Ethel Gilmour. The style of this work is fashioned after that of Modigliani. For example, the face of the lady is highly elongated, giving it a flattened and stylized appear- ance. Another similarity is the use of a limited color scheme com- posed of earth tones. "Expressionistic" Art An oil painting of a forest done by Nancy Batson won an honorable mention award. Nancy did this painting as an experiment in tech- nique in connection with her in- dependent study in art. She calls her painting expression- istic. "The painting is not intended to be realistic, but to express a feeling or mood. "The cool colors and rectangles are used in a more-or-less abstract manner in the composition to give the effect rather than an actual picture of the forest." Sculpture Winner In the sculpture contest, a piece entitled "Sitting Figure" also by Nancy Batson won first prize. The figure is eight inches high and is made of stoneware. It is Nancy's first piece of sculpture-in-the- round. For the honorable mention award, Ruth Shepherd's abstracted form of a bear won high recogni- tion. The Art Department would like to remind all students that there will be a special exhibition of out- standing art works to be held in the reception room of Rebekah Scott during the Fine Arts Festival. Contributions will include work from students, faculty members and outside artists. Artists Tea On April 16, there will be a special Meet-the-Artists Tea. so that students will be able to dis- cuss various aspects of art with the artists. PRINTING Business Stationery Personal Stationery Announcements Placards Your Particular Job the Way You Want It New Era Publishing Co. 124 Atlanta Ave. DR. 3 5785 Simply Wonderful Sportswear OPEN DAILY 9:305:30 133 Sycamore St. "On The Square" In Decatur Ethel Gilmour's prize-winning portrait of a lady will be ex- hibited in Rebekah Rec Room during the Fine Arts Festival. To conclude this art emphasis program, there will be an auction on April 22, at 2 p.m. in Rebekah Scott. It is to be conducted by Mr. Charles Martin and Miss Elvena Green and will include art works displayed during the exhibition. Students are encouraged to par- ticipate fully in this entire program of events. NEWS of the WEEK in By HELEN EVERETT Sajgon, Viet Nam: An American aid official, Howard C. Thomas, became the first American victim of a terrorist in South Viet Nam since November when he was wounded by a hand grenade. Washington: President John F. Kennedy and British Prime Minis- ter Harold Macmillan, conferring aboard the presidential , yacht, "Honey Fitz," discussed South Viet Nam, Laos, nuclear testing and disarmament. Hong Kong: Robert E. McCann, American business man dying of cancer, emerged into the free world after 10 years imprisonment in Communist China. Grants, N. M.: An F100 inter- cepted a B52 bomier at 34,000 feet in Air Force war games: and acci- dentally fired a Sidewinder mis- sile that blew the bomber from the sky with three of the eight crewmen surviving. Leopoldville, The Congo: Emis- saries of President. Kasavubu's government and the Stanleyville rebel regime have agreed to begin negotiations for an all-Congo po- litical settlement. Flattering Hair Cuts Soft Fluffy Permanents Call For Appointment Jerry's Beauty Salon One Block From School 215 Church Street DR. 3-5361 4 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, April 12, 1961 Warm spring weather brings Agnes Scott archers to the targets to try their skill. Student Biologists Plan Trips To Georgia Coast, Mountains During Spring Quarter two trips are planned for the Plant Tax- onomy and the Ecology classes. These trips will be made with the Botarty Department of the Uni- versity of Georgia. In addition to Mr. S. Leonard Doerpinghaus and Mr. Fred K. Parrish, Dr. Wilbur Duncan of the University of Georgia and Dr. John Boole of Georgia Southern College are helping to plan the excursions. The first trip will be on April 14, 15 and 16. Girls will leave for this trip to the coastal plain at 6 a.m. Friday and return to the campus around 8 p.m. Sunday. While they are at Jekyll Island, Mr. Doerpinghaus says that they might take off a couple of hours and swim. A different route will be taken in returning to the campus so that the students may see different types of vegetation. The second trip will take place on May 13 and 14. This trip takes Faxon Will Instruct Open Organ Class The Student Organ Guild of Agnes Scott will sponsor a Master Class in organ technique under the direction of George Faxon on April 19 from 9 to 11:30 a.m. in Gaines. Mr. Faxon is the organist at Trinity Church in Boston and a faculty member of Boston Uni- versity. He previously studied at the New England Conservatory and at Cambridge. The Master Class is open to all organ students and may be audited by those who are interested for a fee of two dollars. them to North Georgia to Brass- town Bald, the highest mountain in Georgia. By climbing this mountain the group will be able to get an entire picture of spring. They will spend Saturday night at Blairsville and return to the college on Sun- day. Up to 50 people will be going, 20 of whom will be from ASC. Huff Will Autograph For Alumnae Friday Miss Ann Worthy Johnson, Director of Alumnae Affairs, has announced the Autographing Party for Jane Huff in the Library, Fri- day, April 14, from 3 to 5 p.m. The party is sponsored by the Alumnae Association, the Presby- terian Book Store and the McGraw- Hill Publishing Company. The col- lege community is invited to at- tend. Mrs. Huff, the former Jane Coughlan, was graduated from Agnes Scott in 1942. Her book, Whom The Lord Loveth, was pub- lished on February 28 of this year. Porcher, Mustoe, Spark Juniors To Victory By LELIA JONES If the volleyball game between the juniors and the seniors last Friday is any indication of the forthcoming ones, this season should be unusually exciting. From the starting signal of the whistle, it was evident game would be close. Ann Peagler, P a m Sylvester and Sarah Kelso matched the well-placed hits of Lucy Schow, Marejke Klein- Wassink and Dot Porcher. Indicative of this touch-and-go situation was the score of 12-11 in favor of the seniors at the end of the first half. Touch and Go The second half seemed to pro- duce even more action. The spirited volleys became longer and more tense. Displays of excellent teamwork kept the ball going amid the shouts of enthusiastic spectators. Steadily, however, the juniors began to pull ahead. With methodic coordination their team, with not- ables, Cissie Harris and captain Sue Mustoe, managed to keep the serve until they had a good lead. In the last minutes of the game the seniors with Ann McBride and captain Nancy Barr, retaliated again, but to no avail. The final score of 27-18 found the juniors on top. Freshmen Forfeit In the other game the freshmen had to forfeit to the sophomores. This means that the sophs and juniors are now in the lead. 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The spiking efforts of Kay Stapleton and Page McGavock backed by Carolyn Lown and captain Pat O'Brian are sometimes hard to beat. Freshmen Ann Foster, Sally James and Ann Pennebaker are also a formidable trio. With only one game played and the chance for each team to meet the other ones at least one more time, the actual results of the tournament are by no means deter- mined yet. With the many future chances to develop teamwork, each class re- mains a threat. Hearn's Jewelry Co. 131 Sycamore St. China Cry sta I Sterl ing Silver Watches Diamonds Watch and Jewelry Repair Dr. 7-5133 Decatur, Ga. Music Activities To Include Choral Programs, Lecture Three choral programs and a lecture April 20 and 21 will com- pose the music area of the Fine Arts Festival. 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XL VI AGNES SCOTT COLLEGE, DECATUR, GEORGIA, Wednesday, April 19, 1961 No. 17 Arts Festival Moves To Mid-Point JOHN CIARDI FLANNERY O'CONNER Hayes Heads Ciardi-O'Conner Discussion of Festival 'Aurora' One of the most rewarding events of the Arts Festival will be the panel discussion of the Festival Issue of the Aurora at 4 p.m. this afternoon in Lower Dining Hall. Moderating the panel is Dr. George P. Hayes, Head of the English Department at Agnes Scott College. Panel members are John Ciardi and Flannery O'Con- ner. Ciardi, Poetry Editor of The Saturday Review and a professor of English at Rutgers University, directs the Writers' Conference at Breadloaf, Vermont, and is well known for his entertaining and enlightening lectures on poetry. He has published several volumes of poetry, one of which, Home- ward to America (1940), brought him a Hopwood Award from the University of Michigan. Savannah born Flannery O' Con- ner is the author of two novels, Wise Blood and The Violent Bear It Away, and a collection of short stories, A Good Man Is Hard To Find. The quality of Miss O'Con- ner's work has brought her the distinction of being a Kenyon Fel- low in Literature, and she has re- ceived grants from the National Institute of Arts and Letters and from the Ford Foundation for her work. Aurora works to be discussed and criticized by the panel include poetry by Kay Gilliland, Joan Byrd,. Betsy Patterson, Sandy Still Williams To Speak On Student Values Dr. Robin Williams, Jr., Uni- versity Center Visiting Scholar in the field of sociology, will speak at Agnes Scott College at 4 p.m., April 27. Dr. Williams, who re- ceived his Ph.D. from Harvard University in 1943, is now chair- man of the Department of Soci- ology and Anthropology at Cornell University. Dr. Williams was scheduled to speak to the ASC community Feb- ruary 24 on the topic: 4 'Recent Research on Student Values and Attitudes." and Mary Ware and short stories by Molly Schwab, Beth Crawford, Doris Sanders, Mary Womack an^ Cindy Hind. Students One Act Plays Show Talent; Visitors Applaud Schwab, Crawford By SUSAN KEITH-LUCAS Two one-act plays by Agnes Scott students were presented last Saturday morning in Maclean auditorium. "Refutation of an Old Theme," by senior Molly Schwab, and "Some- thing that Lasts," by junior Beth Crawford, were enthusiastically received by the audience. Molly Schwab's play, which was Dance Emphasis Will Begin Friday By AMY ALEXANDER One of the features of the Fine Arts Festival is the empha- sis on contemporary dance, April 21 and 22. Those acquainted with the ideas and principles of contemporary dance have already been introduced to them at the Fine Arts Fireside on April 7 in a lecture-demonstration by Mrs. Nancy Morse Campbell of the Physical Education Department Dance emphasis will begin with ' the showing of the films on con- temporary dance and various dance productions on Friday after- Play Brings Applause; Critics Advise Changes By CAROLE JACKSON The world premiere of "Uncle Sam's Cabin" created a smash hit with the audience in Gaines Chapel last Friday night. The witty, sophisticated dialogue provided a wide range of audience reactions, ranging from titters to loud roars of laughter. In addition to the comic aspects of the play, the image of the international set in Beirut evoked serious thought, At the center of the plot was the love story of two young ex- patriates, ably portrayed by Betty Sue Wyatt and Kim Corson. They were backed up by an excellent cast. Jo Allison Smith as Estelle Parks played the love-starved, cyn- ical journalist with poignancy and humor. Another particularly fine per- formance was Edgar Gay in the role of Uncle Sam. With the help of Drama Tech members, the Blackfriars produced striking scenery and lighting effects. The sets of the Hotel St. George lobby and Uncle Sam's soda shop, designed by Miss Elvena M. Green, showed colorful originality. "Uncle Sam's Cabin" moved rapidly through the first two acts but dragged in the third. The audience was visibly ready to depart after the pas- sionate clinch of the hero and the heroine. The final! scene was anticlimatic and tedious. According to the panel discus- sion by four distinguished critics, the play was termed "interesting . . . amusing dialogue." Dr. John Gassner stated that the play needed a better cli- matic development and clearer character delineation. "Top many of the characters exist in cubicles of their own," he explained. Mrs. Margaret Sewell praised the "bright, good dialogue and good characterization," but thought that the second and third acts were written in haste. "Successful to the audience" was the phrase Mr. Robert Porterfield used. He, too, was "ready to go home" after the lovers' embrace. He advocated cutting and re- distributing. Mr. Leighton Ballew criticized the image of America abroad as being "a little superficial." He thought that the character of Sugar Ray should be more threatening to the heroine. NEWS staff Retreat tonight at the Cabin from 7-9 p.m. noon, April 21, at 2 and at 4 in 207 CampbeU Hall. On Saturday, Mrs. Bettie Jane Wooten, Editor of the National Section of Dance, publication of the American Association of Health, Physical Education and Recreation, will conduct a lecture and master class in contemporary dance. The session is to begin at 4 p.m. in Bucher Scott Gymnasium and is open to the public. Friday evening at 8 in Gaines Chapel, the Dance Group will ap- pear in a joint program of con- temporary music and dance with the Glee Club. The program will feature an introduction on the background of contemporary dance and five interpretive dances, choreographed and danced by the Dance Group under the direction of Mrs. Campbell. Also on Friday evening's pro- gram will be a presentation of William Butler Yeat's play "The Only Jealousy of Emer," performed jointly by the Dance Group and students of the Speech Depart- ment. Tickets for this evening of con- temporary music and dance are now on sale for one dollar. Pottery, Drawings Sell at Art Auction Art of all sizes, shapes and sorts will be auctioned to the highest bidder at 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 22, in Rebekah Reception Room. This sale, which will complete the activities of the Arts Festival, will offer all bidders a chance to purchase a sketch, painting, piece of pottery or sculpture which some- day may be valuable. Works which will be auctioned are currently on display in Re- bekah Scott Hall and include pieces contributed by 13 area painters and many ASC students. Ranging in size from very small sketches to about four-foot can- vases, and in method of present- ation from still-life realism to total abstraction, the paintings feature (Continued on Page 4) presented first, was well handled by the three actresses, Lila Shef- field, Margaret Roberts, and Pam- ela Stanley. In spite of some awkward tran- sitions and a few serious lines that produced laughter, the play seemed well-written and directed. Beth Crawford's play also showed real literary talent. Freshman Hodges Freshman Sarah Hodges who handled the difficult task of changing smoothly from comic to serious lines, gave an excellent performance. She also showed remarkable poise when a flat accidentally fell behind her. Her co-star, Terry Kay of the Decatur-DeKalb News, play- ed his part very successfully. In the critical discussion follow- ing the plays, Dr. John Gass- ner stated that he preferred Beth Crawford's play in reading and Molly Schwab's play in performance. Staging Difficulties He explained the difficulty in acting when only two characters are present on the stage, standing across from each other. Mr. Leighton Ballew praised the performances in "Something That Lasts" and the play itself. How- ever, he thought the tragic ele- ment would be improved by a better ending. He criticized Molly's technique in the actors' exits and the unclear relationships of some of the char- acters. Accolades Miss Margaret Sewell suggested that "Refutation of an Old Theme" might have been more effective if, at the ending, the older sister still dominated * r the younger. ^ Porterfield also mentioned the unclear relation- ships in both plays but praised the writing in both student plays Robert 2 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, April 19, 1961 Campus Cinderella? As this publication dhanges hands, we feel that a restate- ment of purpose is necessary. We shall report the news accurately and comprehensively; however, it is part of our larger purpose to evaluate and constructively criticize all that touches the community. In our analysis of the news and presenta- tion of student opinion, we shall maintain an objective position. We shall continue the coverage of every segment of campus life the arts, sports, lectures, and legislative changes. For those of us who sometimes find ourselves flounder- ing in an off-campus discussion of the "world situation" we also preserve the traditional columns, "News, in Brief," "In- ternationally Speaking" and the editorial policy of world relatedness. In relation to the other organizations here, the News should not be considered the step-sister of the four boards nor, on vthe other hand, should it vaunt itself as the campus Cinderella. We are all in the same co-operative effort the realization of the college ideals. The News moves in complete freedom from faculty censor- ship. The only censorship we ever encounter is the individual student whose self-imposed silence stifles any sincere ques- tions or efforts toward the actualization of needed changes. The Agnes Scott News is many things to many people. To some it is only ai piece of paper that clutters the mail boxes on Wednesday afternoon. To others who read only the headlines it is still a valuable substitute for the weekly schedules which few bother to pick up in Buttrick. To those of us on the staff, each issue of the News is a part of us, the presentation of the opinions which we consider stimulating to campus thought. Yet the News belongs to no one person nor one small staff It is the property of every member of the community. Because it is yours, you should feel obligated to construc- tively criticize it as well as contribute your views to its pages. Your vitality is needed in our effort toward an ideal. L.B.S. 'Swan Song' Writing a swan song doesn't give one much of a chance to soar, but a few bouquets need to be distributed, the biggest one going to Mary Jane Moore, who has been not only man- aging editor of the News this year, but also arbiter of style, ^fledglings, soother of ruffled emotions and a first class journalist. From both of us go thanks to Fred Hill who makes up the paper at The DeKalb New Era. He has saved us from both figurative and journalistic tombstones more than once. Carroll Connor and Linda Ingram have kept the wolf away from the rather poverty- stricken door of the newsroom all year, and for a herculean effort, they get an all-caps, bold-face THANKS. twit to offer a bouquet to Missy Moore, who has helped bridge that long-silent gap between student govern- ment and the paper, so that the whole communications abyss has been almost filled. , Best of all has been you, the student body. This year you have done things^ and in process made some of the best news Agnes Scott has had. This has helped us, but more important, you have helped the school. Keep giving Lucy these kinds of stories. E.T. The Agnes Scott News Published weokly except holidays and examination periods, by the students of Airm - S t College. Office on second floor Murphey Candler Buildinjr. Entered as second class matter at the Decatur. Georgia, post office. Subscription price per year $2.00: single copy, 10 cents. LUCY SCHOW NANCY BARRETT IN A X0N8S, CHERYL WINECAK. MARIANE WURST ,o^o SAI.LY BLOMQUIST ETHEL CILMOUR LYNNE LAMBERT DORIS SANDERS CAROLE SUE JACKSON PRESS Editor Manasr'nK: Editor Assistant Editors: Copy Editor Campus Beat Entertainment . International Features Sports MARY LOU LAIRD. ELEANOR LEE Joint House Representative KAY ROBERTSON Reporters Amy Alexander. Glenda Antonie. Nancy Bradford. Martha Chew, Ann Daniel. Nina Griffin. Lynn Horn. Susan Keith-Lucas. Judy Little. Martha Moasman. Ann Risher. I>ee Shepherd. Nancy Sheriff. Jo Allison Smith. Suzanne Smith. Nancy Jane Smith. Nancy Sibley. Pam Stanley. Becky Vick. Barbara White. Business Manager BEBE WALKER Advertising BETSY JEFFERSON Assistants Inland Drnper. Bonnie Hatfield. Valerie McLanahan. Ann McLeod, Molly Snead. Nancy Shuford. Circulation CAROL HICKEY Photographers SYLVIA PRUITT ELIZABETH THOMAS Atlanrans Debate Against ASC Team Pi Alpha Phi is sponsoring a le- bate between members of the Southern Bankers' Association, a Southeastern championship team, and two members of the Ag*es Scott College Team. The topic will be "Compulsory Health Insurance". The affirma- tive will be advocated by SLsron Atkins and Doris Sanders and the negative by the visiting team. All members of the club invite all students to what they term "an exciting debate," this ThursJ.ny at 5 p.m. in the McKinney Room. Campus Beat False Brands Group Campus Individuals By ETHEL GILMOUR "The individual counts." Does she really? We on the Agnes Scott Campus seem to have a terrific knack for making hasty generalizations, for understanding a person according to our opinion of the group she runs around with. Generally speaking, we some- times have false ideas about a person because of our false ideas about a group. First, let us look at the "cig- After Seven Peachtree Offers Exodus, GWTW, Pepe, Cocoa Tree By LYNNE LAMBERT The Broadway of Atlanta, better known as Peachtree Street, is full of fresh and spectacular entertainment this week. Still playing at Loew's is the incomparable "Gone With the Wind" which is a must for all true Southerners whether youVe seen it only once or even five times before! Now showing at the Roxy for an house is located just across from the Tower Theatre. The beatnik effect permeates the place while the menu boasts of various kinds of expresso cof- fee and other foreign delights. It provides a touch of real Europe right on our own Peachtree Street. Not to be overlooked this week are the "after seven" events con- nected with the Fine Arts Festival on our own campus. These in themselves will provide entertain- ment hard to equal even on Peach- tree. indefinite run is the anxiously- awaited Preminger production of f exodus based on the novel by Leon Uris. Although the movie deviates in many respects from the novel, the result is a moving and ex- citing production of the plight of post-war Jews in Israel. Paul Newman is dynamic as Ari Ben Canaan, and Sal Mineo gives an impresive portrayal of Dov Landau. On the lighter side at the other end of Peachtree, the Fox Thea- tre is showing another of Holly- wood's spectaculars for 1961. Nominated for seven academy awards, the musical comedy Pepe, starring Dan Dailey, Shirley Jones, and a host of movieland's top stars, promises to prove an eve- ning of delightful entertainment. Cocoa Tree Following the enjoyment of any of these top shows, why not com- plete the evening with a visit to the "Cocoa Tree"? Not very well known, this attractive coffee NEWS of the WEEK in By LYNN HORN Jerusalem: Authorities at his court trial predict that it will be midsummer before Adolf Eich- mann will be permitted to take the stand to tell his own story of the Nazi slaughter of the Jews. Havana: Planes bombed three Cuban air bases of the Castro Re- gime last Saturday. The White House denied Castro's accusations that it had any knowledge of this action. Washington, D. C: Democrats maintain they have a sufficient number of votes to pass a mini- mum wage bill which would be satisfactory to the President. Washington, D. C: President Kennedy has summoned United States neighbors to a summer con- ference to begin his ambitious program to help provide a better living for Latin America. San Quentin: Prisoners on death row request improvement in the breakfast menu. arette group." These students have nothing to offer beyond the smoke which comes from their mouths. When we are around them we had better be a little down on the school, and perhaps slip in a soft "damn" to be com- pletely accepted. Next we find the "smiling idea- list group." Now when we meet them we must nod gaily and think happy, fresh thoughts, for we feel that these people are a little un- realistic in their ideals. We also notice here the "lead- ers" who have always been leaders and will always be the leaders. We see them about their busy work and we certainly know their names, for they are the leaders. And finally, there are the "strays" whom we completely ig- nore. False Brands Is it fair for us to think of peo- ple in these narrow terms? What is wrong with us? Maybe we just don't care or haven't got the time to find out about a person. So we bottle them up in groups and the individual is drowned. Why not uncork these groups there may be a surprising taste. Internationally Speaking U.S. Replies To Cosmonaut With Anxious Scorn, Praise By HARRIET SMITH In an article concerning the successful orbiting and return of the Soviet cosmonaut, the Christian Science Monitor ob- served that "the President's congratulations were accom- panied by considerable official and congressional disappoint- ment that the U. S. had again been beaten by the U. S .S. R. in one of the greatest scientific achievements in man's history." have assured us that the U. S. is actually in the lead in some areas. Even if the U. S. were lagging appreciably behind Russia in the conquest of space, or should be- gin to lag in the future, it is im- portant for Americans to con- sider the principles which enable Russia to advance so rapidly. Russian Sacrifices Russia's amazing strides in in- dustrialization and science under the Communist regime have been achieved through the sacrifice of two concepts democracy holds most dear: personal liberty and national welfare. Human life is held at a premium in a democracy. In Russia, it is regarded as expendable. The U. S. has made every effort to assure the safety of the first astronaut; there is some evidence that the Soviet Union launched a man in space by the trial and error method. If America can keep up with Russia in the space age without sacrificing national principles, that is fine. But, if democracy can be maintained at the expense of rapid progress, then America will still be ahead. Unfortunately, disappointment and panic seem to have been the chief reactions among the ma- jority of Ameri- cans. How the Russians must be gloating over their success in again stirring up the American obsession with primacy and prestige! A certain degree of competition is healthy in the world of science. However, it is a sad state of affairs when a momentous scien- tific achievement is viewed solely in terms of national rivalries. Propaganda Tool Ideally, scientific achievements should be regarded in light of their merit alone. However, since the Russians have chosen to use scien- tific advances as a propaganda tool, Americans must try to sup- press panic and regain a proper perspective. At the present, America seems to be holding her own quite well in the space race, especially since she entered only after the Rus- sians had a substantial head start. Several prominent scientists Wednesday, April 19, 1961 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS 3 Music Area Features Student-FacultyTalent A chapel program presented by student music majors Thursday morning, April 20, in Gaines, will be the first event of the music area of the Fine Arts Festival. Professor William S. Newman will lecture on the topic, "A Cur- ious Era of Chamber Music," on Thursday night at 8 p.m. in Mac lean Auditorium. Students and faculty will present a program of Hindemith, Block, Alain, and Langlais in chapel Fri- day morning, 10:30 a.m. The final program of the music area, to be held Friday night, April 21, at 8:00 p.m. in Gaines, will in- clude choruses from the Medea sung by the Agnes Sftott Glee Club and directed by Miss Roxie Hagopian, and the first perform- ance of Robert Sterling Beckwith's Magnificat Fauxburdon, sung by Agnes Scott's Sigma Alpha Iota Chorus. Mr. Beckwith, Director of Glee Clubs at Emory University, will be present to direct the Magni- ficat. Bring Shoe Troubles To Clairmont Shoe Repair, Inc. 141 Clairmont Ave. DR 3-3676 DECATUR CO-OP CABS 24 HR. SERVICE Radio Dispatch Call DR 7-1701 DR 7-3866 TTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTTT : Campus Countdown By KAY ROBERTSON JoNana Sunday, freshman, now wears two Beta Theta Pi pins. In addition to the fraternity sweet- heart pin, she now has the pin of David Walker, Emory junior in the business school. Campaign Dinners To See Final Effort Dr. Wallace Alston and Dr. W. E. McNair were in Columbus Mon- day, April 17 and in Birmingham yesterday for two of the fund- raising campaign dinners. They will be holding dinners in Thomasville, Georgia on May 9 and in Miami, Florida on May 15. Dr. Alston says that three more dinners are to take place this year. They will be held in New York City, Philadelphia and Washington, D.C. The dates of the dinners are to be arranged shortly. These three dinners will wind up the area dinner program under the direction of Mr. William French. He will be leaving in June. Next year, though, the dinners will re- sume with Mr. McNair in charge of them. Visit or Phone WATSON PHARMACY For Prompt Delivery DR 3-1665 YOUR NEAREST DRUG STORE PLANTATION HOUSE (Dedicated To Gracious Living) Come when you have time to be pampered and to enjoy truly wonderful Southern Food. BANQUET FACILITIES AVAILABLE For Reservations and Information 443-6457 PLANTATION HOUSE 5628 Memorial Drive Classes Elect Hood, Bond, Younger To Top Positions Following student elections, the classes elected officers this past Monday. The freshmen chose Betty Hood, from Birmingham, Alabama, as their president. This 1 past year she has been a member of Lower House. Susan Blackmore, from Winston-Salem, North Carolina, is the new vice-president of the class. PRINTING Business Stationery Personal Stationery Announcements Placards Your Particular Job the Way You Want It New Era Publishing Co. 124 Atlanta Ave. DR. 3-5785 Wednesday, April 19 Miss Mary Boney spoke in convocation on Hebrew poetry- Panel discussion on the Arts Festival issue of Aurora at 4 p.m. Vespers led by Mrs. Lapp at 6:40 p.m. in lower dining hall. Thursday, April 20 Program of contemporary music in chapel. Vespers in lower dining hall led by Ann Rivers Payne. William Newman speaks on "A Curious Era in Chamber Music" at 8 p.m. Friday, April 21 Program of contemporary music in chapel. Program of contemporary music and dance at 8 p.m. Saturday, April 22 (Alumnae Day) Thanksgiving chapel. Robert Thrall, visiting scholar in Mathe- matics, speaks 10:45 a.m. Lunch- eon for alumnae in amphitheater at 12:30 p.m. Art auction in Re- bekah at 3 p.m. Lecture and class in contemporary dance at 4 p.m. Simply Wonderful Sportswear OPEN DAILY 9:305:30 133 Sycamore St. "On The Square" In Decatur The freshman representatives to the executive committee will be Margaret Moses and Anne Foster. Margaret, of Columbia, South Carolina, has been the president of the freshman class this year. Anne is from Knoxville, Tennessee, and has served on Lower House. Sylvia Thorne, from Clear- water, Florida, is the new secre- tary-treasurer. The rest of the new officers were elected in the Monday class meeting but the information was not available at press time. Kay Younger was elected presi- dent of the rising junior class in a special class meeting Tuesday night. Kay, from Lynchburg, Vir- ginia, was secretary of her fresh- man class, and this year served as vice-president of her class and Alston To Address General Assembly Elected as one of several com- missioners from the Presbytery of Atlanta, Dr. Wallace M. Alston will attend the meeting of the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church in the U.S. which is to be held April 27 May 2 at High- land Park Presbyterian Church in Dallas, Texas. As chairman of the Centennial Committee, Dr. Alston will deliver the opening address at the Pre- Assembly Conference on Evange- lism on April 26 in Dallas. Hearn's Jewelry Co. 131 Sycamore St. China Crystal Sterling Silver Watches Diamonds Watch and Jewelry Repair Dr. 7-5133 Decatur, Ga. the A. A. volleyball manager. The vice-president will be Nan- cy Duvall, of Charlotte, North Carolina, who has been a mem- ber of the C.A. Service Board, the Dolphin Club and the class basket- ball team. Louise Zimmerman, from Colum- bus, Georgia, will be the junior class secretary-treasurer. The rep- resentatives to Social Council are Becky Bruce, of Mineola, Texas, and Lynn Denton, from Knoxville, Tennessee. Mary Ann Gregory, of Paducah, Kentucky, will be the Lecture Committee Representative. Last year, she was secretary of the '63 Club. The new Spirit Chairman is Ina Jones, from Richmond, Virginia. She has served on the executive committee, A.A., and will be an assistant editor of The Agnes Scott News next year. The cheerleaders are Janie Finch er and Patsy Lowe. The junior class re-elected Nan- cy Bond, from Lynchburg, Vir- ginia, as president. Last year she was class chairman of the campus phase of the Development Pro- gram. Ann Thomas, of St. Petersburg, Florida, is the new vice-president. She is a member of A.A. and Blackfriars. The secretary-treas- urer of the rising senior class is Bebe Walker, from Marshall- ville, Georgia, the 1961 Junior Jaunt Money Chairman. Ellen Middlebrooks, from Barnesville, Georgia, and Sherry Addington, of Abilene, Texas, are the Social Council representatives. DICKSON'S Across From the Decatur Theater COPYRIGHT 1961. THE COCA-COLA COMPANY. COCA-COLA ANO COKE ARE REGISTERED TRADEMARK! OPEN WIDE and SAY A-H-H-H! Get that refreshing new feeling with Coke! m Atlanta Coca-Cola Bottling Co. Bottled under authority of Too Coca-CoJa Company toy 4 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, April 19, 1961 Sports Calendar Features Campus Soccer Matches By MARY LOU LAIRD Along with April showers and flowers, Spring brought a new activity to Agnes Scott soccer. Unlike most spring- time occupations such as sun-bathing and sleeping, this one requires a little more practice in order to become an expert in the field. Surprisingly enough, it was well-received by the campus ath- letes and spectators. The team was organized rapidly and was blessed by fair weather and num- erous participants at practices. Two reasons for its popularity could be the able coaching given by Mr. Michael Brown, cleverly disguised as a history professor, and the management and publici- ty given it by Ina and Lelia, cleverly disguised as the "Jones cousins." Two practices on Wednesday afternoons have been held. Campus athletic notables included Anne Broad, Edna Vass, Sally Boineau, Janet Hodge and Mary Beth Thomas. Although few players knew the rules of the game, most of them enjoyed the exercise and the help- ful instruction from an "honest- to-goodness" Englishman. There were a few mishaps, though. For example, Anne Broad just happened to run into an opponent while racing down the field. The members of the team hope to play a game at the end of the quarter in order to exhibit their new skills. Of course, to reach this goal they must practice hard and maintain the interest of present and prospective players. Ellington Grocery Co. 307 E. College Ave- DR 7-3841-3842 Remember Mom With Gifts From The Corner Shop 3G3 E. College Avenue DRake 8-0093 Agnes Scott needs this type of sport. It is one which involves both teamwork and personal skill. Since it is relatively unfamiliar, it is more of a challenge than those familiar games, hockey and basketball. If we wish to maintain interest in this sport and others which may appear in the future, we should participate in its promo- tion. Instead of taking a nap or play- ing a game of bridge this after- noon at 5 p.m., go down to the hockey field and play soccer. If you can't play, watch. It's great fun! Math Professor Thrall To Lecture April 22-24 Dr. Robert M. Thrall, Visiting Lecturer for the Mathematics Association of America, will speak here April 22-24. Dr. Thrall has been Professor of Mathematics at the University of Michigan for 20 years. At 10:45 a.m. on April 22, Dr. Thrall will speak on "Game Theory." On April 24, he will lecture at 4 p.m. on "Linear Programming, the Simplex Method and the Trans- portation Problem." Following the University Center Dinner in Letitia Pate Evans Din- ing Hall Monday Evening, Dr. Thrall will lecture on "Mathema- tics and Operations Research." Riding, either in the ring or on the trail, proves an invigorating outdoor sport. Art . . . (Continued from Page 1) the "winners and other participants of the picture-of-the-week contest. Paula Wilson, head of the art division for the festival, has en- couraged all to take advantage of this opportunity. DECATUR-DeKALB THEATRE Now Playing "THE APARTMENT" Jack Lemmon Shirley MacLaine Starts Friday THE SUNDOWNERS" Technicolor Deborah Kerr Robert Mitchum Don't miss the events of the^ Fine Arts Festival this week! I Check your program. 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Cards, Toys, Party Supplies, Stationery, Wedding Invitations Having a Party? Paper Napkins - Matches Monogrammed To Order One Day Service DRake 7-4913 DRake 3-4922 DECATUR CAKE BOX Belle Miller Florist - Baker - Caterer 112 Clairmont Avenue Decatur, Ga. 10 Discount on Birthday Cakes for Agnes Scott Girls Flattering Hair Cuts Soft Fluffy Permanents Coll For Appointment Jerry's Beauty Salon One Block From School 215 Church Street DR. 3 5361 The independent college belongs to those who be- lieve in it. It can have no other ownership. It has flourished through the centuries because every generation raises up people who understand its power for good. Rooted in this faith, steadfast, humane, the inde- pendent college abides as a citadel of the unfettered mmd and spirit. A6NES SCOn COLLEGE Founded 1889 An independent liberal arts college for women of highest rank academically, located In the Atlanta metropolitan area. The Agnes Scott News VOL. XL VI AGNES SCOTT COLLEGE, DECATUR, GEORGIA, Wednesday, April 26, 1961 No. 18 ASC M ortar Board Elects Nine Reunited Alumnae See Big Change In Campus By CAROLE JACKSON Flooding the campus last Satur- day were crowds of alumnae dress- ed in spring suits, colorful hats and immaculate white gloves. The occasion was the annual Alumnae Association luncheon and various class reunions. In the morning the alumnae heard Dr. Wallace M. Alston speak on "The Role of Alumnae Today." They had an al fresco buffet in the May Day Dell, followed by a business meeting. Then the classes of '97-1900, '11, '16-19, '35-38, '51, '54-57, and '60 held reunions. Touring and Gossip The favorite activity of the ladies, besides talking, was tour- ing the campus. Many returned to their former rooms in the dormi- tories and cottages. "Goodness, how the school has changed!" "Look at those new buildings!" the older women exclaimed. The recent graduates headed to the Hub for a few quick hands of bridge and an exchange of the latest gossip. Some of the older alumnae were amazed upon hearing the present social rules. No wonder, since it was virtually impossible for them to leave campus with men! For example, even as recent as the 1930's, students had to be chaper- oned when riding in cars with men. Old Rules Lights were turned out at 11 p.m. Girls could not go to the Decatur drugstores on Sunday or play vic- trolas during church time. Smoking on campus was not allowed until 1952. Before then, some neighbors on South Candler Street gave students permission to use their front door steps as an approved place for smoking. With many promises to write and keep in touch, the alumnae left for home after the meetings ad- journed. VICKY ALLEN SUE AMIDON CAROLINE ASKEW BETSY BOATWRIGHT CAREY BOWEN LINDA LENTZ National Senior Honorary Names Chapter For '61-62 This morning in Convocation nine juniors were tapped for the 1960-61 chapter of Mortar Board. Following the address on "Equi- CARROLL ROGERS ANNE THOMAS ANN THOMPSON Wilburn, Evaluate Bellune Festival By JO ALLISON SMITH The Agnes Scott Arts Festival came to a stirring climax Friday night, April 21, with the music and dance program. Arts in action paraded before the campus for one whole week purporting to renew and revitalize people's art in- terests ialong with stirring up those interests unknown or concealed. There were no April showers last Saturday as Agnes Scott alumnae toured the campus of their alma mater, attended class reunions and renewed friendships. Miss Wilburn, faculty chairman of the Festival, stated that the success of the festival was due to a great extent to the number of people who participated in it. She pointed out that an original intent was to include as many people as possible so that the Arts Festival would be more meaning- ful. Miss Wilburn said she was very pleased with the whole Festival. The week's events surpassed her expectations and she stated, "It Vould be impossible to thank every- body who has taken part from the beginning plans to the very last day on April 22." Campus Unification "The Arts Festival has, I be- lieve, drawn our campus closer together," commented Betty Bel- lune, student chairman of the Festival. Betty went on to say that she was pleasantly surprised at the campus-wide enthusiasm, reaction and participation. She was very happy to see so many freshmen taking an active part in the week's events because the planning committee wanted to include them as much as possible. Faculty Support "The faculty have given us moral and practical support and have been sympathetic and helpful from the very beginning," Betty continued. As to the effect and contribution of the Arts Festival, Betty had this to say: "We have certainly made people aware of the Arts and aware that each individual has some crea- tive ability. I think we have also demonstrated how much fun the Arts can be and the work and en- joyment that goes into creativity. "The Festival also brought about 'a communication between those who are outstanding in the differ- ent fields of art and those studying the arts. Exciting Success "I believe that the effect on the campus has been overwhelmingly successful as seen through campus interest and participation." Sandy Still, secretary of the Steering Committee of the Festival said: "The response to the Arts Festival as a whole has seemed to me one of the most exciting aspects of this whole week." librium" by Dr. Julia T. Gary, Assistant Professor of Chemistry and this year's Mortar Board ad- visor, the names of those elected were read 'by Patricia Walker, re- tiring president of the HOASC chapter. Mortar Board is a national senior women's honorary organi- zation whose members are chosen for their leadership, scholarship, and service. Elected today were the following rising seniors: Vicky Allen, a math major from Lynchburg, Va., will be president of Student Government Associa- tion for 1961-62. She has served as a freshman and sophomore representative to the Executive Committee and as its Student Re- corder this past year. Sue Amidon, who has been an exchange student at the Universi- ty of Munich this past year, is a German major from Woodbury, Conn. Sue was Projects Chairman of the '62 Club her freshman year and served on the Christian Asso- ciation Cabinet last year. Caroline Askew is a biology ma- jor from Scarborough, N. Y. She was the Treasurer of Student Government Association this past O'Conner Calls Stories 'Slight/ Ciardi Analyzes Student Poetry Reviewed By MARIANE WURST Literary criticism came into the spotlight last Wednesday afternoon when a long-awaited panel discussed the Festival issue of Aurora before a capacity crowd in the Lower Dining Hall. Authoress Flannery O' Conner said that the short stories fea- tured in the magazine were better than the usual "college-girl story." Her criticism of the works was that the subject matter was "slight." Dynamic and astute, John Ciardi was received enthusiastically. Af- ter observing "It is difficult to make a comment that counts . . . I'm your reader, not your salva- tion," Mr. Ciardi began his dis- cussion of student poetry. Five Years From Now To the aspiring poets and auth- ors in his audience Mr. Ciardi commented, "Five years from now you must be ashamed of what you have written now." His main ob- jection to the poems was the over- abundance of adjectives. He also admonished student poets to pay more attention to rhyme and meter and asked for "more engagement of formal dif- ficulties." He admitted, "It's easier to write if you don't demand any- thing of yourself." Confessing that he never allow- ed his own students to write free verse, Mr. Ciardi added, "You are not good enough now, nor will you be five or ten years from now, to write free verse." Mr. Ciardi made a careful analy- sis of each poem in terms of style and subject matter, giving the same concentrated attention to those poems which did not par- ticularly please him that he gave to those he liked very much . year and has twice been the Stukes Scholar of her class. She is a consistent honor roll student. Betsy Boatwright, who is Wal- ters house president for 1961-62, is an English major from Colum- bia, S. C. She was named to the 1959-60 honor roll. Carey Bowen, who served as secretary of Christian Association this past year, is an English ma- jor from Dalton, Ga. She was a freshman cheerleader and secre- tary-treasurer of the sophomore class. As a member of Blackfriars Carey has been the drama repre- sentative for this year's Fine Arts Festival. She is the recently elected president of Christian As- sociation. Linda Lentz, English major from Daytona, Florida, will be the vice-president of Christian Asso- ciation for 1961-62. She has served as a reporter for the Agnes Scott News and Christian Association Chapel Chairman. Linda is a mem- ber of Blackfriars and has served as Costume Chairman this past year. Carroll Rogers, who will serve as the chairman of the Self Study program next year, is an English major from Charlotte, N. C. Awarded the Rich Prize for dis- tinctive academic work her fresh- man year, Carroll is a consistent honor roll student. Anne Thomas is a Spanish major from St. Petersburg, Fla. Anne is a member of the Glee Club, the Tennis Club, and Blackfriars. She served on the Class Advisory Coun- cil her freshman year and on Athletic Association this past year. She has been president of the Spanish Club and will be vice- president of the senior class next year. Ann Thompson, Mortar Board President for 1961-62, is an English major from Augusta. Ga. She served on Lower House her fresh- man year and was its Chairman this past year. Ann has also been a member of the Social Council Cabinet. She was named to the 1959-60 honor roll. r TTTT TTT' NEWS Staff Meeting in Hub upstairs Tonight at 6:45 p.m. 2 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, April 26, 1961 We The Jury Find... Before one can battle adequately "the slings and arrows of outrageous fortune," one has to have the facts. Try writing a rpvipw before seeing the play. The results can be em- barrassing. One of the hardest things to learn is how to make decisions, how to criticize them justly and how to respect the decisions and criticisms of others. One hates to be called narrow-minded. Many of us resemble little snails who shrink back into their shells whenever a stick is shaken at them. We are afraid to come out again until the coast is clear. iviosu oi us don't even look to see whether it is a big stick or a little stick it doesn't really matter. This is not to undermine the importance of having and applying opinions. However one who has high standards but fails to bring them down from the ivory tower of their birth or one who blockades them from practical experience with petty interests might as well not have any at all. Since we are rational beings, capable of making decisions, we feel able to dissect the decisions of others. For some of us this appears a profession, or at least an avocation. Thus we have a right to our opinions, and it naturally fol- lows to compare our opinions with those of others. Sensible criticism presupposes knowledge of the facts of the issues involved. The idea of the right, the good and the just often assumes new proportions when all of the aspects of a problem 'are considered. Often, we can't even take time to step down from the seat of judgment to polish our halos. We are literally the angelic host; we accept nothing but compliments. The key word seems to be respect, with a concern for the truth and for the individual. This (appears to be something everybody else should consider. We seem to flatter ourselves in the assumption that any deviation from what we consider the path of "straight think- ing" is prejudiced^ unjust or just plain stupid. Justice requires an open-minded knowledge of the thing to be criticized. Without this attitude we ought to be living on the inside of some goldfish bowl rather than on this college campus. I. J. After Seven Operas, Circus, Cinemas Brighten Atlanta's Scene By LYNNE LAMBERT Atlanta is offering a wide variety of entertainment for the coming week, making it possible for the tastes of all to be satisfied by the current bil The Metropolitan Opera season gets under way Monday night with the opening performance of Puccini's "Turandot." Puccini died before he could complete "Tur- andot" which is his last and in the opinion of many his greatest opera. The score was finished by his friend, France Alfano, who worked from sketches left by the com- poser. Puccini's own music ends near the close of the first scene of the third act, shortly after the suicide of Liu. Through it all runs a vein of opulent Puccinian melody that makes "Turandot" one of the most profoundly beautiful scores in the literature of opera. Another of Puccini's operas, "Manon Lescaut," will be perform- ed on Tuesday night. It is based on the Abbe Prevost's story, "Les Aventures du Chevalier des Grieux at de Manon Lescaut," a tragic tale of a pleasure-loving beauty of Paris. This opera was Puccini's first outstanding success. of fare. To appeal to the fancies of all who are young at heart the circus is in town! The all-new Shrine Circus is giving three performances daily at the Municipal Auditorium this Thursday night. Shows begin at 11 a.m., 3:15 p.m. and 8:15 p.m. Movies For those who missed seeing it the first time around, "Butterfield 8" is now showing at the Fine Art Cinema. It was for her starring role in this film that Elizabeth Taylor won the Academy Award for best actress of the year. Finally, for anyone who feels in need of accentuating their own state of depression, William Faulk- ner's "Sanctuary" is currently showing at the Rialto. Starring Lee Remick, this picture has been termed by many as "depressingly realistic." With such extremes to choose from it should not be difficult for anyone to find just the right enter- tainment to suit his taste this week. The Affiles Scott News Published \vee\ly except holiday* and examination periods, by the students of AgUM Boot! Qotfofffe Office on second floor Murphey Candler Building. Entered as second class matter at the Decatur. Georgia, post office. Subscription price per vear $2.00: sinjrle copy, 10 cents. Editor LUCY SCHOW ManaRinj? Editor NANCY BARRETT Assistant Editors: INA JONES, CHERYL WTNEGAR. MARIANE WURST Copv ISaftfcOK Oao SALLY BLOMQUIST Campus Beat ETHEL GILMOUR Ent^rt:unmcTi fo gered two investigations ,oie in Congress and enc within the Administration. In Washington, the situation is considered volatile and cannot be permitted to continue. The questions remains: How can Communist subversion in this hemisphere and throughout the world be met? With a Communist nation at its doorstep, the United States faces one of the gravest problems in recent years. The Agnes Scott News Published weekly except holidays and examination periods, by the students of Ajrnt-s Scott College. Office on second floor Murphey Candler Building. Entered as second class matter at the Decatur. Georgia, post office. Subscription per year $2.00; single copy, 10 cents. Editor Manag ntr Editor price LUCY SCHOW .NANCY BARRETT Wednesday, May 10, 1961 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS ' 3 Paris, Dublin Attract Juniors For 1961-62 Program Abroad Three Agnes Scott College students have been accepted into the Junior Year Abroad program for the year 1961-62. Lynn Lindskog plans to spend her junior year at the University of Paris under the direction of Sweet- briar College. Nancy Gheesling and Pat Allen will study at Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland, under an inde- pendent Junior Year Abroad pro- gram. In order to participate in the program, students must attain a high standing in the work of their freshman and sophomore years and must be recommended by the language department involved. Lynn will leave the United States August 31, and upon arriving in France will enter into a six-week training program at Tours in DECATUR CO-OP CABS 24 HR. SERVICE Radio Dispatch Call DR 7-1701 DR 7-3866 which the Sweetbriar group will familiarize themselves with the language. School will begin Oct- ober 1. Nancy and Pat will leave the States around October 1, and will begin their course of study English literature, history and philosophy October 23. Pat says that they will be living in student "digs," which are col- lege-approved boarding houses, "much more interesting than the dormitories." This year Ann Gale Hersh merger has spent her Junior Year Abroad studying the language, people and country of France. Nelia Adams and Sue Amidon have been study- ing in Germany, and Edith Hanna has been at the University of Edin- burgh. Remember Mom With Semi-Precious STONE JEWELRY From The Corner Shop 303 E. College Avenue DRake 8-0093 TTTTTTTTTTTTTTT Lynn Lindskog, Pat Allen and Nancy Gheesling compare notes as they look forward to spending their junior year abroad. ACROSS 1. Female lead in Picture of the Year 8. Caleb's brother 9. dipthong 10. Initials of English actor famous as Lear 11. Radioactive element, abv. 12. This 13. Quiet hours 15. French conjunction 16. Exclamation 18. Humane society 20. Nickname of faculty member 22. Navy flier 23. Ultimo, abv. 24. Batalion, abv. 25. A dance 27. Hannibal's compare 31. Hillbilly "your," i.e., I Stee 32. Governing body 34. Inarticulate lover 35. Filter unlocks flavor 38. Campus tenner (God rest his soul) 40. In addition 41. Consume 43. Headquarters 44. Accelerate DOWN 1. Author of Tlie Magba 2. Campus organization 3. Prosaic raven 4. ox-talk 5. article 6. Famous sea captain 7. Nazi on trial 13. A.S. News columnist FIBERTONE CLEANING LICENSED METHOD * LEATHER REFINISHING JACKETS COATS GLOVES * EVENING DRESSES ALL FORMAL WEAR For Pick-Up And Delivery Call DR 3-1606 Decatur Laundry & Cleaners 250 Trinity Place Decatur Campus Countdown By NANCY BRADFORD Three freshmen are sporting new pins this week. Nancy Smith is wearing the TKE pin of Royce Neece. A senior at Georgia Tech, Royce is the out- going president of the fraternity. Mike Carr, freshman day stu- dent, wears the pin of Sigma Chi Charlie House of Tech. Boyd Bauer has received the pin of Tech Sigma Chi Gene Cader. Thelma Jenkins, a junior, has accepted Walt Wise's TKE pin. He is a senior IM major at Tech. Junior Lebby Rogers appeared in the Old South court of the Em- ory KA fraternity. Marilyn McDaniel was a candi- date for the queen of Dooley's Frolics at Emory. 14. archaic word for eat 15. Latin for bone 16. " lidded sleep" 17. Shanty 19. Juke-joint in Beirut 21. Bugle call 26. "I took for thy hotter" Hamlet 28. 7*art of anatomy 29. Owner of Campus Gi 30. Poetic "you" 33. for the poor 36 music 37. "lusic fraternity 3(?. Jlever joke 42. Preposition AA Schedules Picnic For Community May 17 Athletic Association will spon- sor the annual picnic for the Ag- nes Scott community Wednesday afternoon, May 17, on the hockey field. The events wil begin at 4:15 p.m. with the finals of the tennis doubles, followed by the student- faculty volleyball game at 4:30 p.m. After a picnic supper A. \. will present the spirit cup to the most enthusiastic class of the year. The senior with the highest total of activity points earned for partici- pation in various sports will be an- nounced along with the presenta- tion of keys and discs to other students with sufficient activity points. Following the program the pic- nic wil adjourn to the May Day Dell where Sigma Alpha Iota will lead group singing. The picnic will be concluded with vespers at approximately 7 p.m. DON'T MISS SENIOR OPERA ON FRIDAY ^ j X j i i 1 1 1 . * * * - Self Study . . . (Continued from Page 1) Members of the faculty have been considermg the curriculum offered within each department. Information gained in this par- ticular phase of the study will be utilized in composing a question- naire to be mailed in the fall of 1961 to students, faculty and alumnae. FREE Special Offer To Students FREE Agnes Scott College By PIZZA VILLAGE 3139 Glen wood Road Near Candler Road 25c Off All Pizzas Prices Start at 75c Present This Ad For Discount ASC Flattering Hair Cuts Soft Fluffy Permanents Call For Appointment Jerry's Beauty Salon One Block From School 215 Church Street DR. 3-5361 4 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, May 10, 1961 Seniors rehearse for "opera" on Friday as Ann Ashford, chairman, directs. Seniors Offer 'Night of Knights 7 To Opera Enthusiasts on Friday By CAROLE JACKSON Hear ye, hear ye! Ye Okie Senior Class invites one and all to che Senior Class Opera on Friday night at 8 p.m. in Gaines Chapel. Although the exact theme re- Honor Society Has Initiation Ceremony Fourteen seniors were initiated into Phi Beta Kappa, Agnes Scott Beta of Georgia Chapter, at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday in a formal ceremony in the lower dining hall. The initiates were guided into the ceremony by Runita McCurdy Goode, '59. They signed the chap- ter book in which every Agnes Scott member of the national honorary has written her name since 1926. Following the initiation, the new members were honored at a ban- quet in the faculty dining room by faculty and alumnae members. Dr. John A. Tumblin spoke on "Some Impressions of Higher Ed- ucation in Brazil." Those initiated include Nancy Batson, Judy Clark Brandeis, Anne Broad, Margaret Bullock, Jane Henderson, Patricia Holmes. Pen- ny Jenkins, Juanita Juarez, Mil- dred Love, Virginia Philip, Joyce Seay, Page Smith, Caroline Thom- as and Lafon Zimmerman. mains closely shrouded in secrecy, some word has leaked out. Rumor says that the opera will be an ancient medieval legend re-en- acted and brought refreshingly to life by the senior class. Hundreds will participate in this night of knights that has taken a lifetime in production. Many senior celebrities are offering their dramatic and musical talents to the opera. Included in the star-studded cast are such well-known actresses as Pete Brown. Paula Wilson, Brock Hanna and Alice Frazer. Others are Lucy Davis, Nancy Hughes, Martha Lambeth and that perennial favorite, Ramona Cart- wright. A 50-cent ticket will insure a night of excitement, stirring mu- sic and fun, says Opera Chairman Ann Ashford. HearrTs Jewelry Co. 131 Sycamore St. China Crystal Sterling Silver Watches Diamonds Watch and Jewelry Repair Dr. 7-5133 Decatur, Ga. BAILEY'S Shoe Shop 53 Yoars in Decatur Look At Your Shoes \ \ i Sycamore Street J & J SHOES 117 Clairmont Suburban Plaza Candler-McAfee Sandler of Boston . . . Tweedies . . . Foot Flairs Wednesday, May 10 4 p.m. Freshman Tea Thursday, May 11 10 a.m. Board of Trustees Meeting Friday, May 12 8 p.m. Senior Opera Sunday, May 14 3:30 p.m. Organ recital Annette Smith and Eugenia Stovall Tuesday, May 16 4:45 p.m. Orientation Retreat Wednesday, May 17 4:15 p.m. Community Picnic Area Dinners . . (Continued from Page 1) and Dr. McNair will attend the dinner to be held at the Ever- glades Hotel. Commander Sybil A. Grant, chairman in Washington, D. C, will greet Dr. Alston, Dr. McCain and Dr. McNair on May 16 for the area dinner there at the Naval Weapons Plant. Dr. Alston, Dr. McCain and Dr. McNair will then travel to Phil- adelphia, Pa., where another din- ner will be held May 17 at the Philadelphia Country Club in Gladwynn, Pa. Miss Helen Fox is the chairman of that area. There will be a dinner May 18 at the Yale Club in New York, where Mrs. Bernard Adinoff is chairman. Dr. Alston, Dr. McCain and Dr. McNair will attend this dinner. NEXT SUNDAY IS MOTHER S DAY Remember To Send Flowers 307 Church DRake 3-3309 Tennis Courts See Action During Tournament Bouts By MARY LOUISE LAIRD "Tennis anyone?" This is as familiar phrase at Agnes Scott this spring. Old-timers tell us that there has been a genuine revival of the sport. The inhabitants of dorms, cottages, the library and the Hub seem to have moved to the tennis courts. One may give the credit for the growing popularity of tennis to the publicity boost given it by the Tennis Club. Nancy Higgins and Molly Snead, the president and the manager, are to be con- gratulated. It's hard to encourage strenuous exercise on such warm, lazy days as these! Among the members of the club are such outstanding players as Betsy Dalton, Ann Thomas and Ann Hutchinson. The mem- bers play matches of two out of three sets. The winners advance to higher positions on the club's ladder. Matches with Emory and other colleges were planned but could not be suitably ar- ranged. Maybe they had heard of our tennis stars! On campus the Tennis Club is currently participating in the Open Doubles Tournament which ends May 17, Community Day. At that time the finals are to be played and the trophies awarded COKKtR Simply Wonderful Sportswear OPEN DAILY 9:305:30 133 Sycamore St. "On The Square" In Decatur to the winners. The club owes thanks to two important helpers. Miss Kate Mc- Kemie is an enthusiastic player who combines comedy With prowess on the court. Her rendition of "Over the riv- er and through the woods" is sup- posed to be excellent. Her skill is exhibited in the fact that she recently scored a smashing vic- tory over Sally Blomquist. The second helper is the auto- matic ball thrower. The players find it very helpful for practic- ing when the courts are full or when everyone is in lab. The Tennis Club has certainly boosted the tennis enthusiasm on campus. Everyone should be sure to be present for the Doubles Tournament finals on May 17. DICKSON'S Across From the Decatxxr Theater Visit or Phone WATSON PHARMACY For Prompt Delivery DR 3-1665 YOUR NEAREST DRUG STORE 4893 Memorial Drive cteS HAMBURGER SPECIAL Purchase One Hamburger at Regular Price . HAMBURGER FOR ONLY lc HI 3-9335 . Receive Second (With Copy of This Ad) ICA-COLA COMP RE REGISTERED TRA GREAT BETWEEN COURSES! Get that refreshing new feeling with Coke! Bottled under authority of The Coca -Cola Company by Atl3llt3 C0C3"C0l3 BOttllllg CO. The Agnes Scott News VOL. XL VI AGNES SCOTT COLLEGE, DECATUR, GEORGIA, Wednesday, May 17, 1961 No. 20 Ceremony To Set Campus Tempo Theologian, Banker Slate Commencement Speeches Seniors Await Final Festivities By BECKY VICK Having accented the academic side of life for the greater part of the past four years, the seniors will begin June 1, the last senior exam day, to place emphasis on re- laxation. Among the events on the agen- da for their last few days is the class picnic at Fritz Orr's which will be held June 1. The next event connected with graduation will be class day on June 3. This will be held in the May Day Dell. As has been the tradition, the sophomore class will make and carry the daisy chain as the seniors proceed with them from Inman Dorm to the Dell. The program for class day will consist of an official welcome to the parents and guests of the graduates, the presentation of the gifts to the school from the class and the recognition of the perma- nent class officers. These presen- tations will be made by Nancy Stillman, senior class president. - Senior Skit The other part of the program will be a skit presented by the senior class. The skit will be com- posed of scenes from the past four years which will be re-enacted and will be based primarily on Eloise with a Greek chorus. When the class day program ends, the sophomores will give the daisy chain to their sister class and the seniors will carry it back to the quadrangle where they will sing class songs. This same evening a music pro- gram will be given at 8 p.m. At the termination of this program the traditional "Book Burning" will take place in front of Main. Book Burning The seniors will gather in groups according to their majors and will burn old class notes making up and singing rhymes as they do so. Then the seniors with the juniors will proceed to the patio between Buttrick and Presser Halls where the rising seniors will be capped by the out-going senior class at last receiving their seniority. Describing the impressive cere- mony in which only juniors and seniors are allowed to participate, Nancy Stillman said, "It is indeed a very meaningful ceremony to both juniors and seniors." The day ends when the seniors leave for the main quadrangle where they again sing together. Senior Vespers On June 4 at 5 p.m. following the Baccalaureate address, the traditional senior vespers will be held in Maclean Auditorium lead by Nancy Batson. Following vespers a dinner will be given for guests of the college and directly following this event a coffee is to be given for the group by Dr. and Mrs. Wallace Alston in Rebekah Reception Room. Dr. Marcel Pradervand, D. D., and Mr. Eugene R. Black, President of the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development, will speak at graduation functions, June 4 and 6. Dr. Pradervand, will be the DR. MARCEL PRADERVAND MR. EUGENE R. BLACK College Adds To Faculty; Staff Fills Five Positions By JUDY LITTLE Coming to Agnes Scott next year is Dr. Frances Harrold who will be an assistant professor of history. Dr. Harrold, a native of Macon, Georgia, received her A.B. at Radcliffe College, her M.A. at the University of Wisconsin and her Ph.D. at Bryn Mawr College. She has been instructor of history at Vasser and is now in- structor of history at the Universi- ty of Tennessee. Dr. Harrold is also interested in piano, choral singing and photo- graphy. Psychology Department Dr. Lee B. Copple is coming here next year to be associate professor of psychology. Dr. Copple has "an interesting background," according to Dr. Alston. Dr. Copple was originally from Albemarle, North Carolina. He at- tended Wake Forest College for two years and received his A. B. with a psychology major at the University of North Carolina. He then completed his M.A. and Ph.D. in English at the University of Michigan and his Ph.D. in psy- chology at Vanderbilt College. Dr. Copple is a member of Phi Beta Kappa, and has traveled ex- tensively. He has served as assistant pro- fessor of English at Davidson Col- lege, Dean of Men at Hanover Col- lege of Indiana, instructor in English and psychology at the Nashville Division, University of Tennessee, and he is presently assistant professor of psychology at Vanderbilt. Dr. Copple's hobbies include journalism, dramatics, debating and tennis. Education Department To replace Miss Miriam Howell, Mrs. Edithgene Sparks is coming here as a visiting instructor in edu- cation. Mrs. Sparks, who lives in At- lanta, received an R. N. degree from the University of Cincinnati, her B. S. in education at Ogle- thorpe College and her M.Ed, at Emory University. Mrs. Sparks has had extensive experience as a public school teacher. She has been guest in- structor in education at Emory and is now instructor in education at Oglethorpe. Music Department Mr. H. Richard Hensel is to be a new assistant professor of music here next year. Mr. Hensel, whose home is Winston-Salem, North Carolina, attended Bethany College in Kansas, completed his B.M. and M.M| at the American Conserva- tory of Music in Chicago and his D.M.A. at the University of Illinois. He has taught at William Woods College in Missouri, at Shimer College in Illinois and at the Uni- versity of Illinois. His field of specialty is theory and composition. Mr. Hensel has traveled widely in the Far East as well as in this country. (Continued on Page 3) speaker for the 1961 Baccalaureate Service to be held in honor of the graduating class on June 4 in Gaines Auditorium. Dr. Pradervand was born at Pay erne Canton of Vaud, Switzer- land. He completed his public edu- cation at Lausanne, Vaud. Theological studies were done at the University of Lausanne followed by graduate study at the Universities of Basle, Switzer- land and Berlin, Germany. For three years Dr. Pradervand served as assistant minister of the Swiss Church in London. He was pastor of a rural church in the Canton of Vaud from 1932 to 1938. In 1938 Dr. Pradervand returned to London as minister of the Swiss Church, remaining in that city until 1947. After this, Dr. Pradervand was Secretary for Latin Europe from the Department of Inter-Church of the World Council of Churches. He became General Secretary of the World Alliance of Reformed and Presbyterian Churches on Jan. 1, 1949. Dr. Pradervand was awarded the degree of Doctor of Divinity by Maryville College in 1949. Mr. Eugene R. Black, will ad- dress the Class of 1961 at their Commencement Exercises June 6. Following his graduation from the University of Georgia at the age of 18, the Phi Beta Kappa scholar served in World War I. A native of Atlanta, Mr. Black returned here after the war and became a member of the Harris, Forbes and Chase Company invest- ment bankers. He served the Corporation as Atlanta manager and Assistant Vice President, and later was placed in management of the At- lanta, New Orleans, Houston and Dallas offices. Banking Positions Following the dissolution of the bank in 1933, Mr. Black became Second Vice President of the Chase National Bank of New York City and in 1937 became a Vice President. In 1949 Mr. Black received the appointment as Executive Direc- tor for the United States of the International Bank. Later in 1949, Mr. Black was elected President of the Interna- tional Bank. He has served two subsequent terms, the last of which will end in 1963. "World Citizen" Black Dr. Alston has termed Mr. Black a "World Citizen." He feels that the Agnes Scott community is especially fortunate in receiving the opportunity to make his acquaintance. Community Accepts Lower House Gifts Lower House culminated their year's activities with their gift to the community this morning in convocation. The presentation consisted of a three-piece tea set, two circular sandwich trays, a compote and two pairs of candlesticks. The silver will be used for the various social functions of the campus, such as the Christmas party and receptions for visiting lecturers. Lower House has also presented checks to Athletic Association and Social Council. A.A. is planning to use their money to decorate the walls of the cabin and to start a fund for a heater. Allen Urges Class Spirit In Planning 1961 Black Cat "Black Cat is one of the most important events to set the spirit for the coming year. We are going to try to get all the classes to work together toward achieving good school spirit," said Virginia Allen. Virginia, the newly-selected 1961 Black Cat Chairman, has already had experience working in school activities. This year she was Sopho- more Class Skit Chairman for Black Cat and a member of Fall Frolics Committee. A French major from Forsyth, Georgia, she was recently elected secretary of Social Council for next year. Dance Group is another of her activities. The Black Cat Committees will be appointed Thursday. Along with Virginia, the members will select and co-ordinate songs and skits for Black Cat festivities on Friday, October 13. Sophomore Virginia Allen, Black Cat Chairman for 1961, goes over plans and committee lists in preparation for next fall's big event. Virginia has stated that the major emphasis of the Black Cat production will be placed upon achieving a good intra-class co- operative spirit. 2 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, May 17, 1961 A Pyhrric Victory On May 3, 1961, white flags of truce dotted the villages throughout the Asian country of Laos. What will probably prove to be the most significant Civil War of the 1960's was at an end; the Pathet Lao Communist Forces and the Western-backed Royal Laotian army met to discuss ways of enforcing the new ceasefire in Laos. This day which would seem to be the answer to Western prayers unfortunately seems bleak in retrospect. The armed warfare is over for awhile at least and the fourteen nation conclave in Geneva to decide the fate of Laos is tak- ing place as scheduled. Yet, at best, this is a Pyhrric victory for the West. Because of its position on a geographi- cal powder keg wedged in by China, Thailand, Cambodia, South Viet Nam and Communist North Viet Nam, the resolution of the issue at stake in Laos casts a shadow across the face of the world. For having gained inroads into Laos, the Communists can next move into the last few Western outposts in the Far East. Thailand already reports increased Communist infil- tration on its northeast frontier and the precarious neutrali- ty maintained by Cambodia verges on toppling. The American citizen has the right to question our policy concerning Laos. For example, why in recent years when reports have filtered in of Communist-led seizures of men and foodstuffs of village headmen assassinated for "co- operating with the imperialists" has our nation showed only token disapproval? What price must we pay for our present cold war brand of peace? Will we be scourged later for having paid only lip-service to our image as the "Great Defender of the Downtrodden'? In the United States we are engaged in the Centennial celebration of the American Civil War. It is extremely ironic that in Laos, a country just twice the size of Pennsylvania, there was a Civil War in our own times which went com- paratively unnoticed here. The United States remembers the Civil War of the 1860's but everything seems to indicate that the entire world of the future will remember Laos. The white flags of truce in the Laotian villages as seen through even the most objective eyes are black flags of mourning for America and the West. Letters to the Editor Campus Beat Tine Today, Thanks!' Greets Each Hubite By ETHEL GILMOUR "Hello, Eva" . . . "Fine today" . . . "Eva, have you seen my green raincoat?" . . . "Yes'um, I hung it up for you on that chair." . . . "Hu-um you girls sure are messy." Whether we are messy or not our Eva has kept coming back for ten years now. Funny how we are around Eva, nod to her, say a good morn- ing to her, appre- ciate and love her yet most of us know no- thing else about it we sense her quiet cheerfulness as she moves around the Hub. Eva Louis was born in Ala- bama, raised in Monroe, Ga. and was married in Atlanta. Today she lives close to the school, which enables her to walk back and forth to work. New House If anyone has noticed a special gleam in Eva's eye lately, there's a reason. She and her husband, Mr. Louis, are planning to build a new home. "This is really some- thing." says Eva, M 'Cause there will be two bedrooms, a living room, bath room and modem kitchen." But the new house will be pretty far from school and Eva says that now she will have to ride the "ole bus." "I ll be able to make it though." says Eva. "to sec my girls in the Hub." Eva has a pet bird which is quite a character. "The bird, he just loves the radio, isn't that funny, if you don't turn it up loud in the morning he just hollars. I guess anything you start you have to keep up." Sneaky Smokers "Way back something happened in this school so excitable when the girls could come up on the first floor of the Hub and smoke, you see they were only allowed to smoke in the basement, so crowd- ed, just awful. "They were kind of embarrassed for anybody to see them smoking, so they would sneak around. They would leave out the back way and walk down the road so people would think they had been in the library." As you will remember during the election Eva wore a Nixon pin and a Kennedy pin. I finally got the courage to ask Eva who she was really for. "Oh me, well Til tell you at first I wanted Nixon, but I hopped over and joined Kennedy in the end. George, my husband, wanted Ken- nedy and he would talk, talk, talk- about it so you see." If anyone wants it to be "fine today" see Eva. for she has much to give. Dear Editor: Those who enjoy sewing in their extra time are rather hindered to say the very least. I cannot see any possible reason for equipment, such as a sewing machine, to be abused and left in such ruin. One may try to sew, but it is all one can do to collect the decrepit miscellaneous parts, none of which seem to belong to a single machine. Recently a student was endeavor- ing to sew a little but the hour was spent fighting the machine in order to keep the thread from be- ing snapped in two by the jerk of the presserfoot which does not even belong to the machine. Please, for those who enjoy sew- ^-Vqt can be done? Anna Belle Freeman Dear Editor, If you had a choice, would you choose an intimate friendship, or would you prefer one which might be less intimate but would be more broadening to your personality? This is the question everyone is asking in view of the proposal to mix the classes next year in dorm-life. It is agreed that integration within the dorms would promote a greater harmony between the classes ,but it would also detract from class spirit. Which would be more valuable in the end result? If there is a lack of inter-class fellowship now, it seems as though an even greater problem will arise concerning the lack of unity of the individual classes. Another source of conflict will lie in the communion of two class- es which are both encountering growing pains and problems of adjustment. The seniors are stabli- zing to both the freshmen and the sophomores, but I am afraid I wouldn't have lasted through winter quarter of my freshman year if I had been viewing the sophomore slump too closely. There is also the consideration that one's deepest and most mean- ingful friendships result from asso- ciating with people with whom one has the most in common and with whom one can share the same experiences and growth. Of course one would live in very narrow existence if one were to limit friendships to one's own class, but the Hub provides a golden op- portunity for broadening friend- ships if we would only take greater advantage of it. A Sophomore Oealousyitus' A highly contagious disease is rampant on the Agnes Scott Campus. Each day it claims more victims and unless treatment is begun immediately, the consequences of this crippling disease will be tragic. Diagnosis of this illness is virtually im- possible until it has reached the advanced stages, for the symptoms are easily confused with those of other diseases. Nor are the symptoms consistent from per- son to person for the disease affects each of its victims in a different way. Only the end result, total incapacita- tion of the individual's mind, is always the same. Symptoms are usually noticed after a big quiz or paper. A tensing of the muscles around the mouth causes a forced smile which lasts for several days and disappears when the work has been graded and returned to the class. The smile then becomes a sullen expression which gains intensity as the victim of the disease compares her grade with those of her classmates. After all the grades are known (Note: persons infected with this disease become very adept at finding out the exact number of A's and B's made on a particular quiz) the disease spreads to the vocal chords, making it abso- lutely impossible for the individual to speak without being sarcastic or derogatory. These are only the usual forms taken by symptoms. Some variation may be expected. For example symtom three may appear as a peculiar whinning quality in the voice which is evident when the victim of our disease is congratu- lating a friend on her A. After the appearance of this last symptom, the disease soon reaches its peak and from here on out the individual slowly loses her mental ability. Rationalization replaces rea- son. The most common form of rationalization is the "poor high school preparation" bit, but "unfair professors" and "Well, she spends 12 hours a day in the library" run a close second. And after its first crippling, throughout the individual's college caree Infectious jealousitis strikes again and again. What was once a promising student with normal mental limitations and her own particular talents becomes a biting, sarcastic shrew who worries so much about her class- mates' grades that she cannot work to her capacity. The only cure known for this disease is intellectual hon- esty. When the victim admits that she is average (which for some strange reason is a dirty work on this campus) and when she honestly tries to find joy in the good performance of a friend, she is on her way to recovery. We who suffer from it now and do nothing about it will in a few short years be the women who nag our husbands to f?et a car a little bigger than the one next door and who will find our greatest satisfaction in life through cutting an acquaintance to ribbons across the bridge table. M.W. Alston To Announce Winners Of Three Awards Wednesday Three of the annual Agnes Scott awards will be presented f o students next week at the final convocation of this school year. On Wednesday, May 24, the recipients of the George P. Hayes Debate Trophy, the Harley R. Kimmel Award and the McKinney Book Award will be announced by President Wallace M. Alston during the chapel program. The George P. Hayes Debate Trophy will be awarded to the student who has been judged the best debater of the year. Established five years ago by Mrs. A. Preston Mcintosh and Mrs. Larry E. Pedrick, two Agnes Scott alumnae debaters, the de- bate trophy is given in order to encourage student debating. While students at Agnes Scott, Mrs. Mcintosh and Mrs. Pedrick helped to establish intercollegiate debates, in which the school now participates. A committee of non-partisan faculty members choose the stu- dent most deserving this award. Although established as an an- nual award, the debate trophy was not presented last year due to absence of participation in the in- tercollegiate debates. The Harley R. Kimmel award will be presented to the member of Blackfriars who has made the most outstanding contribution to a Blackfriars production this year. Eligibility for this award does not necessitate an acting role in a production. This award was established by Nancy Kimmel, a 1958 graduate of Agnes Scott, in memory of her father. The McKinney Book Award will be given to the student who, in the opinion of the judges, has acquired during the current year the most interesting and discriminating per- sonal library and who reveals a real understanding of her books. As well as presenting these three awards next Wednesday morning, Dr. Alston will speak to the student body of this past year in retrospect. Next Issue of The News will be the Graduation Issue on 1 June 5. Contact Staff Members on your hall for a subscription. J A A A A A. . , A A A A. A. A. A. 4 h A, A, A A A t Eva Lewis stands in front of the Hub ready to begin her daily round of activities. To those who frequent the Hub, Eva's "Fine Today" makes even the most miserable day seem I better. The Agnes Scott IVews Published weekly except holiday* and examination periods, by the students of Agnes Scott College. Office on second floor Murphey Candler Building. Entered as second class matter at the Decatur, Georgia, post office. Subscription price per year S2.00; single copy, 10 cents. Editor ~ - ~ LUCY SCHOW Managing Editor NANCY BARRETT Wednesday, May 17, 1961 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS ' 3 Internationally Speaking Principle Versus Prestige: U.S. In Sacrificial Position By DORIS SANDERS On May 5, 1961, a 37-year-old American test pilot named Alan B. Shepard, Jr. soared 115 miles above the earth. America's Political prestige, ^ a Qf ]x wee ^ Wash ington plans to send another astro naut into space followed by c third somewhat later. No Sacrifice of Principle At least three astronauts with suborbital experience are needed One will be chosen for the first around-the-world shot the U. hopes to launch late this year. America proved that success in space can be gained without the sacrifice of national principles and human life. technological reputation and a hu- man life depended upon the suc- cess of the flight. Just 23 days before, Major Yuri Gagarin, in a 5-ton spaceship called the Vol- stok, had made an orbital flight around the world. "More a Pilot" The United States recog- nized that what- ever success was gained, the mission would fall far short of the record set by Gagarin. At any rate a precedent was established in that Shepard was more a pilot than a passenger. During his short stay in space, Commander Shepard read aloud dials and gauges on his instrument panel, put the spaceship through a series of attitude maneuvers and stayed in constant communication with Cape Canaveral. Influence on Prestige Upon his return, Shepard was congratulated, questioned and decorated. What will the first successful American venture into space mean for United States prestige? New Faculty (Continued from Page 1) Mrs. Betsy Hopkins Facher present book editor of the Atlanta Journal, is to take Nancy Ed- ward's place as director of public- ity. Mrs. Facher received her A.B at Wesleyan College. Mrs. Aileen Hendley, ASC graduate, is to be assistant to the librarian. Present ASC seniors who will fill staff positions next year are Emily Pancake, who will be Secretary of the Alumnae Office, Helen Everett, who will be bookstore manager and Mrs. Nancy Jane Higgins who is to be assistant to the librarian. After Seven Peachtree Theatres Offer 'Final Fling Entertainment By LYNNE LAMBERT As another school year draws to a close the need for "a last fling" before buckling down to exams characterizes the feelings of most students. The question arises as to how this need is to be met during these last few weeks. The usual and instinctive reaction is to turn to Peachtree Street for a solution. Still playing at the Rialto is The Alamo which is a picture every patriotic American, young or old, should not miss. The gallant de- fense of the Ala- mo against the Mexican forces of General Santa Anna in 1836 has been a sincerely human tribute. Leaders Colonel William Travis (Lawrence Harvey), Davy Croc- kett (John Wayne) and Jim Bowie (Richard Widmark) are characterized with human senti- ment and serious debate. Fine Art Theatre Further down the street at the Fine Art The Trapp Family is currently showing. This is the heartwarming story of the Aus- trian family which led to the cre- ation of The Sound of Music. This is the family which escaped from the Nazis and established them- selves in this country as a sing- ing troupe. The merit of the film lies in the beautiful music and the appeal of the children rather than in char- acter portrayal or general plot. On the more sordid side we may choose Return To Peyton Place at the Rialto. Based on Grace Metali- ous' new novel of the same name, it is a sequel to the original Pey- ton Place and the same charac- ters are portrayed by a different cast. Metalious Sequel Noteworthy performances are given by Carol Lynley as Allison, Mary Astor as the oppressive mother, and Tuesday Weld, who shows potential of becom- ing as fine an actress, as Selena. If not inspiring, this is an en- tertaining movie, and the beauti- ful New England countryside is vividly photographed in each of the four seasons for added effect. Leaving Peachtree Street we find that Georgia Tech has pro- vided for a real relief from the drudge of studies by scheduling the annual I. F. C. Greek Week festivities for the weekend of final exams (May 25-28). Greek Week Festivities Special features to be enjoyed are the street dances on Friday night, a Saturday afternoon con- cert by "The Limelighters" to be followed that evening by a formal dance in the Coliseum at which time the Greek Goddess will be crowned. Finally, for those who enjoy an occasional escape into the night- club world, The Bayou is current- ly featuring Joe Stanwood, star of the Gary Moore Show plus Dixieland jazz with Ralph Mayes and the Peachtree Strutters. With such material to choose from, working up a final fling should not prove to be too diffi- cult a task for anyone. NEWS of the WEEK in Brief By LYN HORN Hollywood: Gary Cooper died of cancer last Saturday. The 60-year- old movie star was the winner of two Academy Awards. Manila: Vice President L. B. Johnson said that the United States is prepared to go it alone if necessary to halt further Com- munist expansion in Southeast Asia. Laos: The warring factions in Laos signed a formal cease-fire and set up political talks that may help resolve the East-West tangle on who will speak for Laos at the Geneva Conference. Students Greet Kennedy, Respond To His Challenge By SARAH ADAMS Attorney General Robert Kennedy's speech at the Uni- versity of Georgia Saturday was more than a frank state- ment of the civil rights position of the Justice Department; it was charged with a challenge for college students to ac- cept the moral responsibility essential for the survival of our way of life. During his civil rights statement he commended the people of Geor- gia on their progress in the in- tegration problem shown in the in- tegration of the University and in the Atlanta decision which will go into effect in September. He pointed out the necessity of a peaceful working out of future problems because of their effect on prestige abroad. 'La Camelota' Receives Top Reviews Of Critics Reviewed By SUSAN KEITH-LUCAS The Scottropolitan Opera Company, composed of mem- bers of the senior class, presented the world premiere last Friday night of La Camelota which is destined to become a world favorite. From the entrance of the con- ductor to the final curtain, the audience was extremely respon- sive to the music and actors. The orchestra showed its great abilities under the capable direc- tion of Miss Betty Bellune, who led it with sensitivity and a some- what flambouyant grace. In the first act Ellen Hines as the Black Knight and Pete Brown as Dedreau begin their contest for the extremely lovely Princess Eloise, played by Anne Pollard. Ferocious Frazer The brave Knights then go out to bring back the head of the fire-breathing dragon, ferociously played by Alice Frazer, who guards the precious treasure hoard. With the aid of seven-league boots and the magic sword Excali- ber piercingly enacted by Martha Lambeth, and following the direc- tions of Merlin, enchantingly done by Anne Peagler, Dedreau and his encouraging squire Renthreau, played by Paula Wilson, capture the deadly dragon and bring her back alive. The king, Anne Modi in, de- crees that there must be a joust between Dedreau and the Black Knight since the dragon has been disqualified because of her vi- tality. The Good Prevails With the aid of his squire, Dedreau fights bravely and suc- ceeds in "de-moating" the Black Knight. In the finale the whole cast joins in the celebration of the coming marriage. The performance was followed by a formal procession of the company, singing an aria, which was greeted with great applause. Marable and High During the intermission the in- ternationaly famous duo of Nina Marable and Sarah Helen High awed the audience with their su- perb rendition of an operatic take off on Pagliacci. Among the audience were sev- eral celebrities of Atlanta society. Miss Kate McKemie coyly scanned the audience through her opera glasses, while Miss Kathryn Man- uel stunned the assembly with her Paris coiffure. Seats in the orchestra were re- served for understudies of the cast. Frosh Reserve Hub For Thursday Party The Hub will be reserved for freshmen tomorrow night between 10 and 11 when they have their class party. Sue Aspinall is in charge of pre- paring a skit to be presented about this year's freshman class. Refreshments will consist of donuts, furnished by the class, and other food and drinks available in the Hub. Adelaide Hutto is head of the food committee. Jeanne Whitaker, Ginger McCutchen and Kay Gerald are members of the advertising committee and Marsha Adams is head of the "reconstruc- tion committee." Chaperone Leigh Mattox prepares to escort two "first-nighters/' Doris Sanders and Lelia Jones, to the Senior Opera last Friday night. Constitutional Office He also stated, "I hold a con- stitutional office of the United States Government, and I shall perform the duty I have sworn to undertake to enforce the law, in every field of law and every region." He called law "the glue that holds civilization together ... If we disagree with a court decision and, thereafter, irresponsibly assail the court and defy its rulings, we challenge the foundations of our society." On the controversial civil rights- moral rights conflict Kennedy said Simply, "History has recorded many occasions when the moral sense of a nation produced judicial deci- sions." Kennedy made several state- ments which Scott students found especially relevant to their own situations. One with an echo of the past was, "The events of the last few weeks have demonstrated that the time has long since passed when the people of the United States can be apathetic about their belief and respect for the law and about the necessity of placing our own house in order. Attitude Changes "Our system depends upon the fullest participation of all its citizens." He demanded "basic atti- tude changes" concerning tolera- tion of the "cheap philosophy that everything is a racket." Thus every person involved in a shady deal which walks on the borders of the letter of the law while totally disregarding the spirit of the law "damages the free enter- prise system in the eyes of the world and does a disservice to the millions of honest Americans in all walks of life." In the closing moments of his speech the Attorney General thrust forth the challenge: "For on this generation of Americans falls the full burden of proving to the world that we really mean it when we say all men are created free and are equal before the law. "All of us might wish at times that we lived in a more tranquil world, but we don't. And if our times are difficult and perplexing, so are they challenging and filled with opportunity." Students from the University of Georgia commented on the force- fulness and forthrightness of Kennedy's statement and were par- ticularly impressed with the im- pact of his personality. Officers Take Posts For Drama, Debate Blackfriars, the college dramatic club, and Pi Alpha Phi, the organ- nation of campus debators, have recently elected officers for the 1961-62 school year. Leading Blackfriars next year will be Ann Lee Sullivan. Other officers include vice-president, Marian Fortson; secretary, Ann Wood; and treasurer, Milling Kinard. Serving as committee chairmen will be Stokie Cummin g, Costumes; Dot Laird, House; Betsy Jefferson, Lights; Janet Hodge, Publicity; Brownie Faucette, Properties; (Continued on Page 4) 4 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, May 17, 1961 McKinney Prize Honors Owner Of Book Collection By BARBARA WHITE Books, as many an avid reader will testify, are the open door to adventure, intrigue, and hours of enjoyment. One can travel in a limitless scope of time and place: from the world of music to the world of chemistry, from the realm of the philosopher to that of the biologist. All of this is in our heritage of books. A book award of $40 was first awarded in 1931 to encourage the love of reading and the delight in ownership. The Louise McKinney Book Award, established as a tribute to Miss Louise McKinney, professor emeritus of English, is awarded to the Agnes Scott student who, in the opinion of the judges, acquires during the current year from May to May the most interesting and discriminating personal library and who reveals real understanding of her books. Miss McKinney believes "a love of reading is one of the most valu- able things one can acquire." Dur- ing her years of teaching, Miss Mc- Kinney awakened in many Agnes Scott students a love of reading and a delight in the ownership of books. The collection may be in one field or may cover several fields of interest such as the sciences, history, philosophy, biography, fiction, poetry, drama, art or music. The collection should represent the owner's taste and interest and must consist of at least fifteen books. A collection is expected to give evidence of the collector's own initiative and discriminating choice. Bring Shoe Troubles To Clairmont Shoe Repair, Inc. 141 Clairmont Ave. DR 3-3676 This year's winner will be an- nounced in convocation, May 24. Book collectors vying for this year's award entered the contest fall quarter. Friday, May 12, a committee of judges, headed by Miss Janef Preston, Assistant Pro- fessor of English at ASC, examined the book collections and informally interviewed the contestants. Miss Preston explains that these "informal interviews make sure the students own the book really and not just physically." This year's contestants include: Sarah Cumming, Mary Elizabeth Hill, Ellen Hines, Martha Mc- Kinnon, Cecilia Turnage and "^lorenre Winn. Their collections are on display in the library. STAFF MEETING for all members of The Agnes Scott News Thursday at 6:45 Ruth Shepherd and Nancy Stillman discuss the collection of books now on display in the library during the McKinney Book Award Contest. Clubs - . . (Continued from Page 3) Jean Hunter, Programs. Scenery and Sound Anneke Schepman will be in charge of Scenery while Julianne Williams will direct the production of Sound Effects. Karen Selser will be the Stage Manager for all Blackfriars pro- ductions next year. Pi Alpha Phi Sharon Atkins will serve as president of Pi Alpha Phi and Meade Boswell will be the debate manager. Lyn Horn is the new DRake 7-4913 DRake 3-4922 DECATUR CAKE BOX Belle Miller Florist - Baker - Caterer 112 Clairmont Avenue Decatur, Ga. 10% Discount on Birthday Cakes for Agnes Scott Girls Campus Grill Students Always Welcome Student Checks Cashed Open 6 a. m. Close 12 p. m. 7 Days A Week 106 N. McDonough Avenue DRake 3-3511 The independent college belongs to those who be- lieve in it. It can have ho other ownership. It has flourished through the centuries because every generation raises up people who understand its power for good. Rooted in this faith, steadfast, humane, the inde- pendent college abides as a citadel of the unfettered mind and spirit. AGNES SCOn COLLEGE Founded 1889 An independent liberal arts college for women of highest rank academically, located in the Atlanta metropolitan area. secretary of the organization and Doris Sanders has been re-elect- ed treasurer. Social chairman D'Etta Brown and Historian Ann Risher are other new officers. Campus Countdown By NINA GRIFFIN Ann Saylor is engaged to Horace Surls who is a Phi Sigma Kappa at Tech. They plan a June wedding. Dwight Alford, a member of the Kappa Alpha order at Tech, has given Jane Henderson an engage- ment ring. The wedding date is set for the beginning of September. Nancie Barr has become en- gaged to Karl Swenson, who is a Methodist minister in Washing- ton, D. C. He is a graduate of American University and the Em- ory School of Theology. Mary Ellen Barnes is represent- ing SAE and Joanna Russell, Beta Theta Pi, as candidates for the Georgia Tech Greek Goddess to reign over the IFC Greek Week, May 25-28. PRINTING Business Stationery Personal Stationery Announcements Placards Your Particular Job the Way You Want It New Era Publishing Co. 124 Atlanta Ave. DR. 3-5785 "COKE" 14 A KCOWTCfteO THAOe-HAAIC. CO FT* fm T T T T T ' CAMPUS SING May 24 10:00 - 10:30 Quadrangle Everyone Come! Psychologist Explores Feminine Society Role In Today's Chapel Dr. Joen Fagan, '54, spoke nection with the program of by the Alumnae Association. Women in Society Today." Miss Fagan, who received her doctorate in psychology after graduating from Agnes Scott, is presently the clinical psychologist on the staff of the Child Guidance Clinic in Atlanta. She also teach- es at Georgia State College and maintains a private practice. This chapel is only part of the varied program on vocational guidance planned for May 10-17 by the chairman of the alumnae committee, Miss Susan Coltrane, '58. Miss Coltrane and her commit- tee have been working with Miss lone Murphy, ASC vocational guidance director. Job Opportunities Under their direction, students last week visited different busi- ness offices in Atlanta and investi- gated various jobs open to grad- uates of a liberal arts college. A group of about 12 girls went to Rich's on Wednesday, May 10. About the same number visited in convocation today in con- vocational guidance sponsored Her subject was "The Role of the advertising agency of McCann- Erickson, Inc. on Thursday and the First National Bank of Atlan- ta, where Miss Coltrane is em- ployed, on Friday. All those who participated in the visits will be asked to evalu- ate the program, according to Miss Murphy, to aid the vocational guidance committee in completing plans for next year. This is the first year that such a program has been undertaken. In previous years, career coffees were held on campus. During these coffees students had an oppor- tunity to talk with people who were experts in their respective fields. FREE FREE Special Offer To Students Agnes Scott College By PIZZA VILLAGE 3139 Glenwood Road Near Candler Road 25c Off All Pizzas Prices Start at 75c Present This Ad For Discount ASC BOX STORAGE PLAN Over 5cu. ft. 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These scores will then be placed in competition against the scores of other archers from many Eastern colleges. Hearn's Jewelry Co. 131 Sycamore St. China Crystal Sterling Silver Watches Diamonds Watch and Jewelry Repair Dr. 7-5133 Decatur, Ga. DECATUR CO-OP CABS 24 HR. SERVICE Radio Dispatch Call DR 7-1701 DR 7-3866 Visit or Phone WATSON PHARMACY For Prompt Delivery DR 3-1665 YOUR NEAREST DRUG STORE 6 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Wednesday, May 17, 1961 Riders To Trot, Canter In Agnes Scott Show By ELEANOR LEE Yes, folks, Saturday, May 20, is the b-i-g day. Come gather ye around and take a gander at the spectacular Agnes Scott Horse Show. It will be takin' place at the grand ole Vogt's ridin' circle. There will be such great cele- brities as: Linda Bullock, Jolly Campbell and Sandy Tausig be- ginner trotters, and Mary Louise Laird, Mary Meade Andrew, Sally James and Lynn Hormell the canter ers. Then there will be presented the greatest jumping stars this side of rodeo land Judy Hawley, Karen Haralson, and Jean Hunter. If you is lucky enough to have friends who ride and even if you is unlucky and has no friends, you oughta come and join the fun this Saturday. Rides will be provided if you'll just step right up to the gym 'round 1 p.m., May 20. Let's try to get a big crowd the more the merrier. For once let's give these riders real riproaring support. Let's in- crease the crowd from its hereto- fore minute state to one of gr-e-eat magnitude. In case you don't understand that last word, it means a great big bunch of people. See you folks there! Ellington Grocery Co. 307 E. College Ave- DB 7-3841-3842 DICKSON'S Across From the Decatur Theater B Twelve ASC Faculty Members I | Pursue Summer Study Interest Twelve members of the Agnes Scott College faculty and staff will pursue their fields of interest in school this sum- mer. Leewood Bates exhibits her riding skill at Vogfs academy as she prepares for the horse show on Saturday. Drama Tech Presents Miller Problem Play Special To The News From DramaTech DramaTech will present its third and final production of the year, "Death of a Salesman," May 19 and 20. Written by Arthur Miller, the ' play centers on the character of Willie Lorn an, traveling salesman, who is abruptly confronted with the problems of the advancing age and his financial and domestic failures. Aside from its dramatic chal- lenge, "Death" has more than its share of technical difficulties. There are more than 200 proper- ties to be collected, a three-level set to be built, and an extremely complex series of sound and light cues to be effected. DramaTech also intends to use its student designed and built, 30 Yes, We Have American Tourister Luggage at The Corner Shop 303 E. College Avenue DRake 8-0093 DECATUR CLEANERS & HATTERS DR. 7-5465 HATS EXPERTLY 145 SYCAMORE ST CLEANED DECATUR, GA. 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Four of the ASC faculty have received Danforth Foundation Grants. Mr. Raymond Martin is planning to continue work on his doctorate in sacred music at Union Seminary in New York. Parrish Mr. Fred K. Parrish will com- plete the research for his disser- tation for Emory University "Cellular Differentiation." "Southern Political Processes" is the work on which Dr. William G. Cornelius will do study this summer. The fourth faculty member re- ceiving a Danforth Grant is Mr. Robert Westervelt who will con- tinue his project photographing works of art in American mu- seums. Clarke Miss Frances Clarke will com- plete her "Le Cour Pascal" for her doctorate from Yale University. Mr. S. Leonard Doerpinghaus plans to study at the National Science Institute of Marine Bi- ology in Oregon. Three of the members of the ASC staff, Harriet Talmadge, An- nette Teague and Ann Rivers Payne will be studying at Har- vard University Summer School. A Springtime World of Light Opera. . . on an a i > Pick yourself a romantic "perennial' from Angel's lilting Light Opera Crop blossoming out in Stereo for the first time and all sung in English! sadlhr s weus theatre THE MERRY WIDOW JK Franz Lehar's winsome widow hasn't stopped waltzing since her first appear- ance in Vienna, in 1905. Here's the world's most popular operetta with THE Waltz recorded in Stereo for the first time on Angel! Elegant performance. by the Sadler's Wells Opera Company and Orchestra. Angel (S) 35816 NOEL COWARD'S BITTER SWEET Remember "Blossom Time"? Here are all the lovely Schubert melodies with lyrics translated from the original German that have kept this operetta in bloom since 1916. Among them, the famous "Serenade," "Hark, Hark! The Lark!", "Under the Lilac Bough" and others. Angel (S) 35817 !TU See You Again". . ."Zigcuner 1 "Tokay"., .hardly a melody in this musi- cal that hasn't become a standard! Noel Coward called Bitter Sweet his personal favorite among all his shows. In this first extended recording, British musical com- edy stars Vanessa Lee, Roberto Cardinali, Julie Dawn are featured. Angel (S) 35814 A lively antidote for winter waspishness, this Tyrolean musical ran for 223 Broad- way performances in 1936, with capti- vating Kitty Carlisle as the Inn proprie- tress. Since then it's waltzed its way from Berlin to the Belgian Congo and now, Angel waltzes it right into the catalog, for thcfrU time. Angel (S) 3581$ i All These Beautiful Selections Still Available during the Half-Price Sale at A. M. CORSAT RECORDS ON THE SQUARE IN DECATUR'' The Agnes Scott News VOL. XL VI AGNES SCOTT COLLEGE, DECATUR, GEORGIA, Monday, June 5, 1961 No. 21 President Names Stukes Scholars Summer Sessions Draw New Officers In preparation for their positions on the Agnes Scott College campus next year Vicky Allen, president of the student body, Ann Thompson, of Mortar Board, Carey Bowen, president of Christian Association and Lucy Schow, editor of the Agnes Scott News will attend various leadership conferences dur- ing the summer. Vicky Allen and Lucy Schow are going to the University of Wiscon- sin August 16-20 where they will hear speakers and participate in discussions and workshops to help them fulfill their duties in the com- ing year. Vicky will attend the eleventh annual Student Body Presidents' conference where the theme will be "The Role of the Student Body President. " (Continued on Page 3) On Jan. 28 all had a personal interview with the three judges who were Mrs. Ed. Daniel, a model and fashion expert for Rich's, Dr. Bretrend Druncker, a mathematics professor at Tech and an active participant in Drama Tech, and Mr. Allen Goodleman, photographer of Allen's Studio of Atlanta. 'Silhouette 7 Selects Hutchinson To Reign Top Campus Beauty Eight beauties one senior, three juniors, two sopho- mores and two freshmen are featured in the 1960-61 Silhouette. The girls were chosen on the basis of beauty, personality and poise. The top beauty is Betty Hutche- son of Arlington, Texas. A soph- omore majoring in biology, she was on the steering committee for Sophomore Parents Weekend and a member of the Silhouette staff. Betty was in the court of the beauties in the 1959-60 annual. Kaye Stapleton, a sophomore from Donalsonville, Ga., received an honorable mention from the judges. Kaye is at present treas- urer of Athletic Association. Anna Marie Aviles, a senior day student, has served as the day student chairman of Student Gov- ernment and was featured in the beauty section last year. Another beauty is Judy Hollo- way, a junior from Norfolk, Va. A philosophy major, she will serve as Judicial chairman of Stu- dent Government. Judy was the 1959-60 Greek Goddess of Georgia Tech. Ellen Middlebrooks, another junior, is from Barnesville, Ga. Ellen served as treasurer of Social Council during the past year. The third junior beauty is Mary Ellen Barnes from Bartow, Flori- da. Recently elected as chairman of Lecture Committee, she has been a Blackfriar and a 1960 beau- ty. She was named a member of the Georgia Tech Greek Goddess Court, 1961. Pam Stanley, a freshman from Camden, S. C, is currently a re- porter for the Agnes Scott News and is a member of the Hub Com- mittee. She, also, was a member of the Tech 1961 Greek Goddess Court. The other freshman chosen is Polly Richardson from Columbia, S. C. These beauties were chosen by popular vote of the committee from 16 candidates, four from each class. At the seventy-second Commencement this morning, President Wallace McPherson Alston announced the annually awarded honors and prizes for achievement in scholarship during the 1960-61 session. The three students who rank first academically in the rising sophomore, junior and senior class- es are designated each year as "Stukes Scholars", in recognition of Dean Emeritus Samuel Guerry Stukes's distinctive service to the college. The Stukes Scholars named on the basis of the work of this past year are: rising senior Nancy Caroline Askew, a biology major from Scarborough, New York; Anne Claiborne Rose, a rising junior from Richmond, Virginia; and Mary Margaret Wearn, a rising sophomore from Short Hills, New Alston Recognizes Graduates Who Win High Honor, Honor On the basis of their four-year academic record at Agnes Scott, five members of the senior class were graduated with high honors, while nine members were graduated with honor. The highest recognition which a graduate can obtain from the in- stitution went to Anne Lansdale Broad, Jackson, Mississippi; Mar- garet Virginia Bullock, Hamlet, North Carolina; Mildred Elsie Love, Blacksburg, Virginia; Kathryn Page Smith, Newport News, Virginia; and Virginia Caroline Thomas, Asheville, North Carolina. Those graduating with honor are Nancy Saunders Batson, Knoxville, Tennessee; Judith Clark Brandeis, Decatur, Georgia; and Mary Jane Henderson, Greenville, South Caro- lina. Also included are Patricia Holmes, Kingstree, South Caro- lina; Marian Zimmerman Jenk- ins, Atlanta, Georgia; and Juanita Louise Juarez, Tampa, Florida. Margaret Virginia Philip, La- Grange, Georgia; Rebecca Joyce Seay, Selma, Alabama ; and Mildred Laf on Zimmerman n, Jackson Heights, New York, complete the list. Jersey. Caroline Askew has served this past year as treasurer of Student Government Associa- tion. She has been elected to Mortar Board and will serve as vice-president of this organiza- tion this next year. Caroline has Named to the senior honor roll were: Nancy Saunders Batson, Judith Clark Brandeis, Jean Brennan, Anne Lansdale Broad, Margaret Virginia Bullock, Rachel Ann Fowler, Nancy Ellington Glass, and Mary Jane Henderson. Also included are Patricia Holmes, Marian Zimmerman Jenkins, Juanita Louise Juarez, Mildred Elsie Love, rudence Anne Moore, Margaret Virginia Philip, and Charme Elizabeth Robinson. Completing the Honor Roll are Helen Patricia Rogers, Rebecca Joyce Seay, Kathryn Page Smith, Martha Harriet Smith, Nancy Ada Stone, Virginia Caroline Thomas, and Mildred Lafon Zimmermann. Alston Presents Awards, Gives Seven Recognition By BECKY VICK For outstanding work done in their special lareas this year, seven Agnes Scott College students were presented awards in convocation on May 24. Making the presentations was Dr. Wallace Alston. The first award was the George P. Hayes Debate Trophy which was presented to junior Sharon Atkins. The Louise McKinney Book Award, for "the most interesting and discriminating personal li- brary . . . and real understanding of the books acquired during the year," was presented to Martha McKinnon, sophomore. This annual award which is a gift of $50 is presented in honor of Miss Louise McKinney of De- catur, professor emeritus of English at ASC. Bennett Trophy For the best dramatic per- formance of the year, the Claude S. Bennett Trophy was given to Brock Hanna, senior, for her por- trayal of Sabina in "The Skin of Our Teeth." Receiving honorable mention for her role of Mrs. Antribus in the same play was junior Margaret Roberts. Jo Allison Smith, junior, was named for the best supporting role of the year. Local judges for this year were Mrs. Ed Garrett, Mrs. Newton Hodgson and Mrs. Pearcy Hearly. Kimmel Trophy Each year the Harry R. Kim- mel Trophy is presented to a Blackfriar member for her out- standing contribution to Black- friars. This year's trophy went to Carey Bowen who served as pub- licity chairman of Blackfriars for this school term. Nominations were made by members of Blackfriars and the final selection was made by the directors and officers of the dra- matic club. Joyce Seay received recognition from the Georgia Psychological Association for having the best student paper of the association's 1961 meeting. Four of the seven awards winners who were announced at the final convocation are, standing left to right, Martha McKinnon, Sharon Atkins, Joyce Seay and Carey Bo\yen. been the Stukes Scholar for* her class for the past two years. Nancy Rose has served this past year as the sophomore representa- tive to the Executive Committee of Student Government. She will serve on the Orientation Commit- tee for the 1961-62 college year. Nancy was a Stukes Scholar for the 1960-6- session, also. The Rich Prize, given annually by Rich's in Atlanta for distinctive academic work in the freshman class, was awarded to Margaret Lanier Moses of Columbia, South Carolina. Margaret has served as president of the Freshman class and is their representative to the Executive Committee of Student Government for next year. The annual awards were pre- sented following the Commence- ment address by Mr. Eugene R. Black, President of the Interna- tional Bank for Reconstruction and Development. Mr. Black spoke on the political and eco- nomic role which the United States plays in international affairs today. The Baccalaureate services were held June 4 when Dr. Marcel Pradervand, General Secretary of the World Alliance of Reformed and Presbyterian Chures, address- ed the graduating class. Seven Staff Members Accept Positions Seven faculty promotions for the academic year 1961-62 have been announced by President Wallace M. Alston. Edward T. Ladd, Associate Pro- fessor of Education, has been pro- moted to serve as Professor of Education at both Emory Univer- sity and Agnes Scott College. S. Leonard Doerpinghaus has been promoted from Assistant Pro* fessor of Biology to Associate Pro- fessor of Biology; Miss Nancy P. Groseclose from Assistant Pro- fessor of Biology to Associate Pro- fessor of Biology; and Miss Mary L. Rion from Assistant Professor of English to Associate Professor of English. Also, Miss Sara L. Ripy has been promoted from Assistant Professor of Mathematics to Associate Pro- fessor of Mathematics; Miss Chloe Steel from Assistant Professor of French to Associate Professor of French and C. Benton Kline, Jr. from Assistant Professor of Philo- sophy to Associate Professor or Philosophy. These promotions, approved by the Agnes Scott College Board of Trustees, will go into effect next September for the 1961-62 session. 2 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Monday, June 5, 1961 The Immortal Eloise Today after the final graduation festivities are over, the campus will nestle down into its "long summer's nap." The Dean's staff will complete the tedious work of match- ing roommates 'and planning with the Orientation Commit- tee for the arrival of the Class of 1965 next fall. Life here can be expected to go on at the same hectic pace next year. Yet for those of us who will step into vacated shoes there will remain the responsibility for replacing "the spirit of '61." For Eloise and her fun-loving com- panions will have vacated the "Plaza" to take up residence throughout the world. Dr. Alston has said many times that each class has a unique personality of its own. Perhaps it may be said of the seniors that their Eloise has set the effervescing spirit of '61. Pranks, taking in la flick during finals week, the perennial skits revolving around Valentine and her Chaucerian parents (regardless of what the Black Oat theme is), laughter in the Hub, the smell of burning "midnight oil" from their rooms all this is indicative of the irresponsible spirit of the class. Yet the Eloise we know also aces those impossible Hayes' objectives and does prize-winning research in chemistry and psychology. She finesses quizes until the last moment to work on an all-campus Junior Jaunt charity effort. She has been known to give advice about everything from transfering to the Ethics of Kant to mystified underclassmen. In all that ^he has done, she has led with contagious en- thusiasm. We joke about the now-trite phrase, "the campus com- munity," but now, more than at any other time, we realize its truth. No one of us would want life as we have known it here to remain static; yet graduation is a bittersweet experience. Any attempt to express our deeper appreciation too often results in some brand of sticky sentimentality. Therefore, we close with a feeling rather than with inadequate words. L.B.S. Our Unique Bond One of the most rewarding aspects of college life is the faculty-student fellowship. Recently, several upperclassmen were asked to give their reasons for not transferring. One of the first reasons given by each of them was appre- ciation_for the friendship with the faculty. There are many things which enter into such a relationship, one of which isn't "apple polishing." It is indeed a shame, for both student and professor, when a student refrains from ask- ing a question or making a comment for fear of being misinterpreted. Faculty members are certainly capable of distinguishing interest in people from in- terest in grades. "Apple polishing' was not the rewarding aspect of faculty- student relations to which the panel discussion referred. And it is not a feeling which makes a faculty mem- ber "one of the gang." The relationship is that between the student and the pro- fessor which involves respect and 'admiration for one in authority. It is an additional learning experience for the student. The student at Agnes Scott is fortunate in that there is a relatively sm'all barrier between faculty and students to begin with. Even this usually disappears when the student shows a real interest in learning and in being criticized. Faculty members usually know students' names after a week in class, and office hours are posted urging girls to drop by for conferences. The freshmen are encouraged to the extent of assigned conference periods. During the freshman and sophomore years the student selects a faculty advisor. The juniors and seniors work closely with their major professors. A small college facilitates student-faculty friendships. Seeing faculty members in the Hub and eating in the student dining hall, exchanging smiles when passing, cor- responding with students during vacation and after grad- uation, are ample examples of what is meant by "reward- ing" student-faculty relationships. I. J. Seniors Review Four Years Achievements; Athletics, Academics, Music Share Spotlight By BETTY KNEALE The senior class has many honors and contributions to the school to remember with pride. In sports, they have won the hockey trophy for all four years. They placed first in archery their sophomore year. Also, they came in second in the swimming meet and in volleyball this year. Their junior year they capped Campus Beat 'Why Agnes Scott?' - One Mother Replies By ETHEL GILMOUR How did this senior get in? Well, you see her father (at her birth) called up Miss Steele and had her enrolled. Naturally at the mature age of The Agnes Scott News Published weekly except holiday* and examination periods, by the students of Affnes Scott Collecre. Office on second floor Murphey Candler Building. Entered as second class matter at the Decatur. Georgia, post office. Subscription price per vear $2.00: single copy. 10 cents. Editor LUCY SCHOW Manag ng Editor NANCY BARRETT Assistant Editors: INA JONES. CHERYL WTNEGAR. MARIANE WURST Copy v.jitor />AO SALLY BLOMQUIST Campus Beat vflv ETHEL GILMOUR EntM-t:iinmont #/ A\V LYNNE LAMBERT P. International M Features Sports ... prlss _ CAROLE SUE JACKSON MARY LOU LAIRD. ELEANOR LEE seventeen (after a worldly life of being the high school Four H- Queen, having the quarter back's high school ring on a string, Secretary of Future Home Makers of Amer- ica, flute player in the school band and her zenith: senior superlative, "Most Likely To Succeed") now really why should she go to Agnes Scott? "But Mother" . . . "No dear, U.N.C. is out" . . . "But why?" . . . "Some day you will under- stand, dear." Crinolines and Lipstick So she arrives at Agnes Scott with five crinolines showing and a faint print of applied lipstick (for the puritan impression). After waiting in line to find out that she too has something to give Agnes Scott, up she goes to meet her roommate. And there she is big as life, Sally Sue from TyTy, Ga. Sally Sue and the subject of our story trade their crinolines for McMullin blouses, pleated skirts and battered sneaks, and enter their sophomore year. Sophomore Courage This was a year of courage, for Sally Sue and our subject entered the Hub, lighted a cigarette and drank a coke. And in place of a ring on a! string comes a pin. With three-fourths of the soph- omore class gone (including Sally Sue), our subject returns. The odds in her favor she now has an office. Vice President in charge of refreshments at Black Cat. Pin having been returned, her eyes are alert at the big Black Cat Dance. Ahh, there she meets him: weegins, green corduroy suit, blond crew-cut, the real all American boy. Thus her junior year is spent in a complete whirl, fraternity par- ties, football games and mass goodnights under the Agnes Scott lights. Spring Revelation In the spring she suddenly realizes that he has no philosophi- cal thoughts and substance is lacking beneath the blond crew- cut, green corduroy suit and wee- gins. The next year she returns, an ember. Senior year is spent in the Hub, in the Grill. Watsons and at the Decatur flick. Somewhere along the way she does meet a boy who abounds in philosophical thought and sub- stance, although he does lack the weegins. Oddly enough this no be desperation? Same Song And so we leave our subect with her BA clutched madly in one hand and that Philosophical Sub- stance in the other. One generation later our sub- ject has a prospective student, and we hear a familiar conversation, "But why Agnes Scott, Mother?" . . . "Someday you will understand, dear." all honors by winning the Ath- letic Cup. This year the seniors have added the Spirit Cup to their stack of honors. Academically, the seniors have always done well. They have been well-represented on the Honor Roll, and this year they have two Fulbright Scholars, Anne Broad and Judy Clark Brandeis. Their junior year they won the coveted Scholarship Trophy. The senior class has been most outstanding in the annual Black Cat functions. Their freshman year they added to the list of favorite campus songs the "Col- lege that Spreads its Campus." Their sophomore year they won the song competition with "All Standing Proud." The same year they also won the Sweepstakes and the skit competition. "Truth We Seek with Youthful Mind" was the junior year con- tribution. "Our Spirits High" placed second in the song com- petition for the present year. Internationally Speaking Critical International Scene: Struggle, 'War 7 Mar World By DORIS SANDERS Throughout the academic year 1960-1961, events on the international scene have been numerous and threatening. A brief review of the major crises merits consideration. A consistent aim of the Soviet Union has been the seating of Communist China in the United Nations. In the fall of I960, that goal was nearly reached as 34 nations voted for the admission of | Red China, with only 42 votes against the reso- lution and 22 abstentions. What seems to have been a tac- tical victory for the Soviet Union may be, in reality, a danger to her position as the leader of world communism. Ideological War A significant ideological battle divides the two nations. "Inevi- table war" versus "peaceful co- existence" threatens to split Russia from her militaristic pro- tege, Red China. If the rift between Peking and Moscow continues to widen, Com- munist China could emerge as a third and dangerously aggressive power. Congo Crisis Strife in the Congo has consti- tuted one of the major crises of the year. Russia seized upon the murder of Patrice Lumumba, key figure in the Congo, to stir the Com- munist world and hammer away at the very heart of the U. N. Slowly but surely the Soviets have strived to wreck or rule the U. N. vetoes. Refusal of financial support and the vicious attack on Secretary-General Dag Ham- marskjold represent a few of the varied subversive Russian tactics. Laotian Struggle The Laotian struggle holds a world, for Laotian civil strife has become the focus of the cold war. World observers feel that the U. S. has suffered a major set- back in Laos. The ultimate outcome of the struggle could well determine the whole trend of relations between Communist nations and the free world. Scientific Battle In April, the United States was again beaten by the U. S. S. R. in one of the greatest scientific achievements in man's history. Unfortunately, disappointment and panic seem to have been the chief reactions among the ma- jority of Americans. American hopes received a sig- nificant boost when on May 5, 1961, a 37-year-old American test pilot named Alan B. Shepard, Jr. soared 115 miles above the earth. The U. S. proved that progress in space can be achieved without a sacrifice of national principles and human life. Eichmann Trial In Israel, Adolf Eichmann, for- mer lieutenant colonel of the Gestapo and head of its Jewish Affairs Section, stands accused of the mass murder of six million European Jews during World War n. The dilemma of the balding Ger- man in the bullet-proof glass box continues to influence internation- al policy and opinion. Cuban Threat Finally, the situation in Cuba threatens U. S. security. After the failure of the invasion planned by the CIA, the U. S. suffered a great loss of prestige. As the international scene con- tinues to darken, the United States faces some of the most longer seems important. Could this deep significance for the free serious problems in its history. Monday, June 5, 1961 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS 3 Conferences . . . (Continued from Page 1) Lucy will go to the Editorials Affairs Conference at the same time. At her conference the posi- tion and importance of a news- paper on the college campus will be the main topic. Ann Thompson plans to go to Stillwater, Oklahoma July 2-5 for a National Mortar Board confer- ence. The presidents of approxi- mately 100 Mortar Board chapters throughout the United States are expected. Carey Bowen will spend six weeks from June 15 to July 30 at the Pacific School of Religion in Berkeley, California where she will take a course in "Religious Values in the Modern World" and attend a stminar in group leadership. Ellington Grocery Co. 307 E. College Ave- DR 7-3841-3842 ami COWKtR Simply Wonderful Sportswear OPEN DAILY 9:305:30 133 Sycamore St. "On The Square" In Decatur THE NEW LADY MILTON LOOK Full-skirted model, choir boy collar, rope belt, for smart campus or city attire. Sizes 8-16. 1. New classic series of batiste oxford candy stripes, white ground with narrow stripes of soft blue, soft olive, or pale gray. $14.95 2. Combed broadcloth, white ground with navy, gold, bark gray, or green narrow candy stripes. $14.95 3. 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Dr. Wernher von Braun, a missile scientist with the National Aerona- tics and Space Administration at the Space Flight Center in Hunts- ville, Alabama has been asked to lecture to the ASC community dur- ing October or November. General Carlos Romulo, former Governor General of the Philip- pines and President of the United Nations General Assembly in 1949 is expected to lecture at ASC in the fall of 1961. GRADUATION GIFTS GALORE At The Corner Shop 303 E. College Avenue DRake 8-0093 k Paula Wilson puts finishing touches on the senior class gift to the school. Seniors Make Gift, Leave Wilson Work A sculpture of an antelope, done in stoneware by a senior, Paula Wilson, will be the gift given to Agnes Scott by the Senior Class of 1961. This sculpture will be the first work in the collection for the new Fine Arts Building. The Senior Class will also contri- bute toward the fund begun by the class of 1960 for a portrait of Dr. Wallace Alston, President of the College. Hearn's Jewelry Co. 131 Sycamore St. China Crystal Sterling Silver Watches Diamonds Watch and Jewelry Repair Dr. 7-5133 Decatur, Ga. Seniors Choose Careers As College Session Ends By CAROLE JACKSON As soon as Agnes Scott seniors receive their sheep- skins, they will launch out into a new life. Many are plan- ning to be married this summer. Others will become career women. Several will enter graduate schools for further study, June weddings are in store for' Ginger Marks, Nancy Glass, Alice Coffin and Rachel Fowler. Other June brides will be Dianne Foster, Jane Bennett, Penny Williams, Pat Rogers and Dee Con well. July is the month chosen by Beth Fuller, Harriet Smith, Missy Moore and Milly McCravey for their weddings. August brides in- clude Mildred Love, Martha Lam- beth, Joyce Seay, Nanci Barr and Flossie Gaines. Teaching school is the profes- sion chosen by several graduates. Jane Cooper will teach in Rich- mond, Virginia, while Ann Mc- Bride will be a biology teacher in Louisiana. Choosing schools in At- lanta are Mary Wayne Crymes and Betty Bellune. Those Who "Refuse to Teach" Nancy Stillman will be a trainee in Rich's junior executive pro- gram. Heading for a job in Lare- do, Texas, is Ann Ashford. Mar- garet Bullock has been employed by the U. S. Map Service. Kathy Kemp will work in Denver, Colo- rado, while Carroll Connor is em- ployed in Columbia, South Caro- lina. DICKSON'S Across From the Decatur Theater BOX STORAGE PLAN Over 5cu. ft. OF PROTECTED STORAGE SPACE for only $ 4.95 PLUS CLEANING CHARGES FURNISH STORAGE BOX Short of Space? Travel Light Use Our Storage Plan You pack your clothes in boxes furnished by us. All gar- ments dry cleaned by experts. Then stored in our modern mildew, moth-proof air conditioned vault. Everything, of course, insured. Think how you can use all that extra closet room. The price is much less than you might expect. Comes fall and everything is ready, fresh, cleaned and pressed. CALL DR 3-1606 FOR PICK UP fir DELIVERY Decatur Laundry & Cleaners 250 Trinity Place, Decatur, Georgia IBM employees include Marion Greene, Ann Pollard, Charme Robinson, Janice Henry and Mary Jim, Clark. Christy Hages and Jane Henderson will work at Lockheed. Nancy Batson, Susan Abernathy and Kay Gwaltney will be work- ing girls in Boston. Remaining on the A. S. C. campus to work in the bookstore and alumni office are Helen Everett and Emily Pan- cake. Graduate School Perhaps the most exciting job is that of Mickey North, who will be in charge of entertainment for the U. S. troops in Korea. Entering graduate school at U. N. C. are Dutton Lemmond and Sarah Helen High, Nancy Hughes will be near by at Duke. Mary Jane Moore will study medical technology at the University of Tennessee. At Emory will be Edna Mc- Clain and Caroline Thomas, study- ing chemistry. Ann Russell will attend Union Theological Seminary in New York City. Ann Broad departs soon for Belgium where she will study under a Fulbright scholarship. Planning a European tour this summer are Harriet Higgins, Bet- ty Sue Wyatt and Jane Weltch. Jo Jarrell will attend summer school at the University of Oslo and visit friends in Germany and Switzerland. Working in a dis- placed children's camp in Europe will be Ann Womeldorf. Bring Shoe Troubles To Clairmont Shoe Repair, Inc. 141 Clairmont Ave. DR 3-3676 Visit or Phone WATSON PHARMACY For Prompt Delivery DR 3-1665 YOUR NEAREST DRUG STORE William H. Rice 111 Sycamore Street Decatur, Ga. Cards, Toys, Party Supplies, Stationery, Wedding Invitations Having a Party? Paper Napkins - Matches Monogrammed To Order One Day Service 4 THE AGNES SCOTT NEWS Monday, June 5, 1961 Student Opinion Favors New Agnes Scott Song By MARIANE WURST A "new Agnes Scott song" was introduced to the college community by the seniors in convocation May 24. Dr Alston stated that this was not a new Alma Mater, but the general consensus among students is that if the song should take hold on campus and win the approval of alum- nae and the Board of Trustees, it could well replace the present Alma Mater. To find out just what students thought of the new song, the News conducted a "girl in the Hub" poll. Senior Mary Taylor Liscomb said: "I love it. It's tasteful and digni- fied." Betsy Patterson agreed that the song has dignity but added, 'The parts are a little difficult, and that might take away from the singability of the song." Ann Middlemas and Sharon At- kins, juniors, both think the song is beautiful, but doubt if it will ever become the Alma Mater. Ann objected to the Latin verses and Sharon said, "There's just not enough Agnes Scott in the song to make it catch on as our Alma Mater." Sophomores Cornelia Bryant and Nona Pendleton has this to say. Nona: "It's all right, but I don't like the Latin." Corny: "I think it's a great improvement over; former school songs, But it's too repetitious not enough variety." Freshman Judy Elsroth said she likes the song very much, "but not for an Alma Mater." and Andrea Lanier commented, "With- out the seniors' singing it, it wouldn't have anything at all." French Club Elects Officers For '67-62 At the final meeting of Le Cercle Francais on May 19, the election of 1961-62 officers was held. Those elected were: Ann Gale Hersh- berger, President; Sue Mustoe, Vice President; Lucie Callaway, Sec- retary-Treasurer; and Carolyn Pol- lard, Publicity Chairman. Miss Frances Clark will serve as adviser to the French Club next year. BAILEY'S Shoe Shop 53 Year9 In Decatur Look At Your Shoes 142 Sycamore Street Three Clubs Name Their New Leaders Several clubs have recently held elections for officers for the 1961- 62 session. Leading the Glee Club for next year will be: Cissie Harris, presi- dent; Edna Vass, vice-president; Carol Hickey, secretary and Bonnie Lockhart, treasurer. They will be assisted by a second sec- retary who has not been elected. Librarians for the choral group wOl be Carol Rogers, Martha Campbell, Mary Womack and another to be elected later. Public- ity will be handled by Janet Hodge, Sally James and Martha Kissinger. Spanish Club Spanish Club officers for next year include Betty Kneale, presi- dent and Mary Ann Gregory, vice- president. Dot Laird is secretary, and Greer Gay will serve as trea- surer. Dolphin Club will be led by Caroline Teague, president; Valerie McLanahan, vice-president; Kit Kallman, secretary-treasurer. DECATUR CO-OP CABS 24 HR. 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Of course, this achievement proved that "the young-uns has always got the bestest chance." Other awards were given for spring sports. The list included such notables as Julie Norton, Singles Badminton; Julie Norton and Laura Hawes, Doubles Bad- minton; and Mollie Snead and Betsy Dalton (an old, tired senior?), Doubles Tennis. Two Students Show Paintings, Mosaics Buttrick's third-floor gallery is urrently featuring the independent study art work of two Agnes Scott art majors, Nancy Batson and Joan Byrd. Nancy Batson's exhibition con- tains principally works done in oil, though a glasswork mosaic, a pencil sketch and some charcoals are also on display. Most of her paintings center around a "Study of the City Scene." Charcoal studies for the paintings are displayed along with the finished works. In connection with her study, Nancy experimented with new techniques in oil glazing. Wheel thrown-stoneware forms the nucleus of Joan's work, though she is also displaying a large ceramic mosaic. The colors of the stoneware are quite varied, due to her use of different metallic oxides. This summer, both Nancy and Joan will be in Boston. Nancy will be working in commercial display art, while Joan hopes to work as a potter's apprentice. Their current exhibition is open to the public and will remain through the week of graduation. Campus Grill Students Always Welcome Student Checks Cashed Open 6 a. m. Close 12 p. m. 7 Days A Week 106 N. McDonough Avenue DRake 3-3511 FREE Special Offer To Students Agnes Scott College FREE By PIZZA VILLAGE 3139 Glenwood Road Near Candler Read 25c Off All Pizzas Prices Start at 75c Present This Ad For Discount ASC Wott's PEACHTREE STUDIO SPECIALISTS IN WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY Announcement Portraits Bridal Formal Portraits Wedding Candids Black and White or Color ( Have Tux Will Travel) Planning A Wedding CALL DALE ROBERTS For Detailed Information CEdar 7-6113