Stetson Collegiate Weekly

NEXT WEEK MUSIC FESTIVAL WEEK STETSON COLLEGIATE WEEKLY VOLUME 32 Official Student Publication of John B. Stetson University DELAND, FLORIDA, WEDNESDAY, FEB. 13, 1924. First Number Festival Was A Great Success NUMBER 22. Last night Irene Stolofsky, before prominence, in a recent interview sta- an appreciative audience opened the J ted that he regarded Miss Stolofsky Music Festival. ^H j as one of the real musical sensations Basketball Team Back From Successful Trip. Strong Schedule Next Week. Artistic merit, rather than unwarranted exploitation, has been responsible for the phenomenal rise of of the present • generation. Her numbers are played with masterly touch, and renditions abound with Irene Stolofsky from comparative j remarkable tone pictures. Still oth- obscurity to musical prominence. L5ss'er critics have said that "her playing than ten years ago, this Chicago vio- Jis nruch like a man's in its strength linist, of Polish descent, made a pro- and virility, but her art puts into her f essional debut that brought enthu- J renditions the delicacy that only a siastic paragraphs from metropolital i woman can attain.'^ critics. Today she has thousands of | The season tickets for the Music devotees who declare that she has no j Festival may be secured from any superior among the women violinists i member of the Choral Society or at of America. The ovations which she \tne Tulip where seat reservations are has received in Chicago, Cincinnati. I being made for the five events. New York, and Columbus have been I ALL AT SEA This delightful and popular Oper-' etta in two acts is a charming new! story involving 25 of the best known characters appearing in' theVH. M.' S. Pianofore, Pirates of Penzance, Patience, Iolanthe,- and the Mikado I |1100 HEAR THE DELAND BATTLE! GREAT COMMONER rivaled in sincere enthusiasm by smaller, but no less appreciative audiences in hundreds of other widely- distributed communities where she has appeared under .Redpath management. Unquestionably, Irene Stolofsky is ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^ a marvel violinist. In her audiences operas." The songs and choruses have sat some of the most severe and competent critics, and the universal comment has been superlatively complimentary. She seems to hold her audiences under a spell of musical wizadry and enchantment. Her numbers are played with masterly touch, and her violin evokes remarkable tone pictures. Her playing ia much like a man's in its strength and virility, but her art puts into her renditions the delicacy that only a woman can at-1 Miss Stolo'fKky is capable ol; givirtu' not only the great sonatas and cop- certos but also the smaller and frequently more popular numbers. Her descriptive pieces have been the subject of frequent comment. "Her classical music is played deftly," remarks one critic, but it is when in the encores she gives the old familiar numbers, that she steals into the innermost recesses of "one's soul." No one rejoices more thoroughly in Miss Stolofsky's success than does Director Harry Dimond, of the Metropolitan Conservatory, Chicago. To him she gives much of the credit for the success which she has attained. For several years he was her teacher, and this one-time concertmaster of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra was among the first to acclaim her one of the real musical sensations of the present generation. Appearing with Miss Stolofsky were Mr. George B. Imbre, popular concert baritone, and Miss Magdalen Massman, a capable piano soloist ..and accompanist. Magdalen Massmann is a young Chicago pianist of distinctive talent. Her work shows imagination and abundant technique, and has won the praise of leading music critics. She is another proof that it is possible to obtain a sterling musical education in America, having received all her training in the United States. which make up All at Sea are taken from the above named operas and have been arranged and adapted to the new opera by Harvey Worthing- ton Loomis, the well known composer. The good ship Pinafore enroute to capture the Pirates of Penzance is the dramatic setting for the opera and all the action takes place on its deck. In the course of the evening twenty-one of the beautiful Gilbert & i Sullivan songs relating to the new j dramatic situations involved and I |i...„-*-j i.mtmm,-, ,.■ , j jlize the familiar characteristics of tpcj various personages are re-introduced. This combination of the Gilbert & Sullivan old time favorites in the All At Sea opera with its clever arrangements have earned for its composers congratulations from all parts of the country where it has been staged. The Choral Society of the University from which organization the tal- j ent will appear in the oper ais being chosen has 'had an unusually successful year. The Glee Clubs have given out of town concerts before appreciative audiences while trips to other sections of the state will be taken later in the year. Thursday night the Fresmeh gave the local fans their first exhibition of their prowess by defeating the De- Land High cagers to the tune of 33 to 20. The Freshmen have now found their veal stride, and with their combination working like it, is, will be a much feared aggregation. Their offense shows considerable improvement, and this coupled with their brilliant defense has made them a strong team. The Rats are using the same plays and passes that the varsity does, and plays them with remarkable speed and snap. The Freshmen led all through the first half Thursday night. Something seemed -to be lacking in the Purple and White scoring, many shots being tried and few registered. At the end of the first 20 minutes the score stood 17 to 10 with Stetson on the long end. The DeLand lads came back strong in the second period and for awhile threatened the yearlings. $ut Blake- ly's sudden spurts in the spring1 was too much for them and When Well Known Violinist to Appear at Stetson Auditorium. In bringing an artist of Miss Stolofsky's ability to DeLand the Music Festival will open with a concert of exceptional merit. Miss Stolofsky's rise in the musical world has been due to her artistic merit and in no wise an unwarranted exploitation as is the case with many of the so-called artists before the American public today. It has been nearly ten years since she made her first professional debut, and that in a concert in Chicago. Since that time metropolitan critics have been enthusiastic in their praise of her work. Until today she has earned the plaudit from thousands who have heard i her concerts that she has no superior among the women violinists of America. Her director and teacher, Mr. Harry Dimond of the Metropolitan Conservatory in Chicago, who achieved as concert director of the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, nation-wide feref-'p whisfcta blew thj points. RICHARD MILLER Richard Miller, American tenor, who will appear as the third number of the musical week concerts has won the unstinted criticism of critics and music lovers. The following clipping from the "Musical Leader" will illustrate: "Mr. Miller is the possessor of a powerful voice , of an extraordinary beautiful quality which he uses with ease and fluency. His range is wide, his mezzo-voice of extreme beauty and his diction most admirable. He can hold his own with artists of national repute." O ANNOUNCING THE ANNUAL* STAFF This* is the first formal and public announcement of the Annual staff for this year's Oshihiyi. The staff elected and appointed follows: Editor-in-Chief—J. Ollie Edmunds. Business Manager—Chas. T. Henderson. Associate Editor—Isabelle Tate. Athletic Editor—Chas. Covington. Kodak Editor—Marie Tnderson. Society Editor—Martha MeCon- nell. Art Editor—Betty Taylor. Literary Editor—Elizabeth Brown. Jokes Editor—Warren Jackson. O The night was beautiful, His wonderful eyes, his face, his hair, were all entrancing. She kissed him— 'Twas a French poodle! The kin you'd love to tquch- rich relative. the re- ^s&> T3 | The game waa fast anri^pard thru out. Both sides showed a well- coached five man defense. And every goal that was.made was earned. DeLand seemed to be somewhat off in their passing and shooting. While this \^as the strong point of the Rats. Their passing at times worked like a clock, four men taking the ball down the floor in a fast, snappy fashion that seemed to daze the Purple and White lads. Blakely with his shooting was the hero of the evening. * This long, lanky Fort Lauderdale youth dropped in seven baskets for a total of 14 points. When this lad got started in the second half, nothing could stop him, and he shot at will. Carpenter and Cox gave a splendid exhibition at guarding and the teamwork of Mullens and Brakmann was evident thru- out the game. The two Carpenter boys, for De- Land, were the high lights for their team. ' C. Carpenter at forward, with eight points, led their teammates in the scoring. These two boys were the backbone of the Purple and White and were the main obstacles and worries of the Freshmen. The Freshmen are now ready to step forth and meet any team. Thoy have three games scheduled at present and are booking more. Tonight will in all probability find the yearlings lined up against the fast New Smyrna Friday, Feb. 8, the University and the town were honored.by a visit from Wililam Jennings Bryan. Mr. Bryan talked to a -mixed audience of students and townspeople in the chapel, and ft was a rare treat to the eleven hundred who were able to get inside the buildings. j Mr. Bryan was brought here by the School of Missions and gave a religious talk that was as interesting as any of his political speaches or lecturers against Evolution. He told of the various experiences that he had had and how the faith in Christ and the Christian work that was being done by the people of the United States has helped the world. Mr. Bryan swayed his audience with him for more than two hours and all would have gladly listened for twice that time. Dr. Farriss, Vice-preidept of the University, introduced him to the large audience, and in doing so paid homage to the one whom he said was the greatest lecturer on the face of the earth. We may not agree with Mr. Bryan in politics, religion or Ev- .cfe^iiJU, but he is one of the few truly en*, a large palJ';o'lW:iL"^.9.'i &&&-?&: fort to the betterment and uplifting of his fellow man. He is sincere, gifted, true to the gentleman, and non-partisan in his work. He is one of the greatest men of our time and we wish to hear him many more times—to sit at his feet and drink of the knowledge of his wisdom and teaching. Questions in the Cummings gym. Games with Orlando and St. Petersburg are tentative, as are contests with the fast Winter Haven five and the Palatka DeMolay cagers. Line-up and summary: Freshmen Mullens (2) F Brakmann (4) F Blakely (14) - C Carpenter (6) G Cox (9) G DeLand Simpson (2) F C. aCrpenter (8) F D. Carpenter (6) < C Winters - - -G Harris (4) G Substitutions: oFr Freshman— Stone for Brakmann; Williams for Mullens. For DeLand: Davis for Winters. Referee, Gunby. O Tennis Team Breaks Even With Florida Friday morning at ten o'clock the! son lost to Morberly, taking only two tennis team left town for Gainesville | games in the entire match. Ed must where they did battle with the net j have been a litlte off, as he 'has a stars jof the University there. The'championship brand of racket wedding outcome was doubtful, as only two | in him. He lost po a 6-1, 6-1 count men on the team had played before for Stetson. These two were Arns- perger and Culp, and we felt sure of at least the matches that, these two would play. The Gators have a crack bunch' of net men, but their best was not equal to ours. In the first event, Captain Arn- sperger played Pomeroy, the Gator ace, and had an easy time of it. The first set went to a six-eight count before things could be straightened out, but the second set was entirely different. Freddie* opened up, and took the first three games without much trouble, and in the last three games, Pomeroy didn't get a point. Too much cannot be said about Freddie's playing. He is without a doubt the best players in the state, and one of the best amateurs in the South. The boy is a wizard, and mixes his fast shots with so many slow ones that his opponent knows not where to look for the next drive. He works his man to death. In the next match Stanley Culp came out victor over Bowen, tho he had harder sledding than Arnsper- ger. He won the first set but was forced into extra games for a 7-5 count. Stanley then got his eye on the ball and waded into the beat his opponent- 6-3 for i the final and win- nine vf1--, ^v^ {i- ■ "-:"-J"'' nf th" 6«uie and Das b«feri on the v,. the ledger ever since he took up the game. His great success lies in the apparent ease in which he appears to play the game. In this he gets his man off guard and sends over one of his bullet like strokes for point. Stanley is one of our best and we are sure that he will rise higher in the tennis world. The next match was the first that Florida took. Cleveland beat Doug King two sets by a 6-3 count. King is new in the tennis circles of Stetson, but seems to be a real comer. With another year's experience, he should take place as one of the best in the state. He is still young, and this is his first year of Collegiate tennis.. In the last singles match Hender-| The doubles match was the best one of the whole tournament. Arn- sperger and Culp took on Pomeroy and Bowen and took the first set in easy fashion to a 6-3 count. However, the two Gator net men took a brace at this point, and came back strong. They forced the Hatter stars to go up to an 11-9 count to beat them. Our boys had tough work before them in this match and we are glad that it was as hard fought as it was, as it shows us the real strength of our men. In the last match of the tournament, King and Henderson lost to Moberly and Cleveland, tho they made it closer than their singles had been. They fought to the best of their ability, but were finally forced to drop the match in two sets, 6-2 and (5-3. This gave us an even break with the Gators, and the team is looking forward to a return engagement here when they hope to come out with a win under their belts. Summary Arnsperger 8-6 Pomeroy , 6-0 Culp 7-6 Bowen 5-8 King Cleveland Arnsperger Culp Pomeroy ...6-$ -1-2 6-6: Doubles 6-11 Bowen King Henderson Moberly Cleveland 3-9 2-3 6-6 & -* NEXT EDITION OF COL- TO BE MUSICAL FESTIVAL WEEK EDITION DE LUXE *- -* Lady Customer: "I want to get a muff." Salesman: "Yes'm, what fur?" . Lady Customer: "Why," she said, "to keep my hands warm, of course." ALL FOR BASE BALL \ 2 1 ^B^b (HHIVIO Clki»*t 3\ It will be the effort of the Collegiate staff to turn out another six- page paper( next week. The major part of the paper will be devoted to the Music Festival Week. A special publbicity committee headed by Howard Gallant and Charles Henderson will have charge of this feature in the paper. In the columns of this paper will be found much information on the musical events of next week, and it is well worth your while to familiarize yourself with the week's program. When the football edition De Luxe was printed it was necessary to omit half of the news submitted on account of the abundance of news turned in, therefore, all reporters are urged to note that news will have priority in the order that it reaches the Collegiate Box. 1500 copies will be circulated next week. O Rural Magistrate: "I'll have to fine you a dollar, Jeff." Jeff: "I'll ha\te to borrow it off'n ye, judge." Rural, Magistrate: "Great Snakes! It was only to git a dollar that I was fining ye. Git out! Ye ain't guilty, anyway!" MRS. MARION DOW KENEFICK WILL DIRECT THE FESTIVAL The opera is under the personal direction of Mrs. Kenefick and will be of the same superb quality which has characterized her presentations in the past. While the artist concert numbers which make up the remainder of the program were carefully selected by her. Mrs. Kenefick in her work at Stetson has shown herself to be possessed of rare ability of being able to impart to her pupils the gift of concert which she herself has gained through the wide experience which she has had as a vocalist and a musical director. The choruses of which the opera is composed will with the competent training and excellent talent included, doubtless set a new high water mark of musical attainment for the Stetson Choral Society. -O- PJ BETA PHI NOTES The Pi Beta Phi fraternity wishes to announce the pledging of Charlotte Farrington and Dorothy Mosi- man. During the past week, one of our pledges, Dorothy Mosiman, attended the national Phi Beta convention at Cincinnati, Ohio. While there she was elected the national historian oC Phi Beta Fraternity. CHARLOTTE FARRINGTON, Reporter^ SUBSCRIPTION $1.50 NOW DUE