The Stetson Reporter

The Stetson Reporter Eighth Year—No. 2 Stetson Approved On Student Loan Government Plan Science Scholars Receive Federal Assistance Stetson, University has been approved by Federal officials as one of the univerfsities of the nation that may participate in the recently established Student War Loan Program, according to notification received here Monday by President \V. S. Allen. Communications from Kendric N. Marshall, director of thc program, stated that Stetson is authorized to grant Federal aid to scholars preparing for cateers in cientific fields. Full particulars of eligibility and other loan conditions may be learned at the office of the president,where it was understood yesterday that several Stetson men and women already have evidenced interest in the loan plan. Brief details as outlined by directors include tlie provision that the student must participate in the accelerated educational program here and be able to graduate within two years. The student receiving such financial aid further agrees to accept a position designated for him or her immediately upon graduation, Continued on page 4) DeLand, Fla., 'Sep-tehher 30. 1942 Z103 Prlck 5c STETSON RECEIVES BEQUEST IN WILL OF BENEFACTRESS Pres. Allen Expressed. Appreciation In Chapel For Generosity of Mrs. Robert Shailor Holmes Stetson University's student body and faculty staff stood in expression of appreciation at assembly period last Friday, as President W. S. Allen announced the news of the bequest to the institution by the late Mrs. Robert Shailor Holmes, wife of the former Stetson trustee and benefactor. "We pay tribute to Mrs. Holmes and to her husband", Dr. Allen said as he publicly expressed grati- Shown above, talcing the. 250-yard obstacle track in their stride are-William; Strjith, Bob. Barnse,' Kenneth .and Carl Purtz. ' SpratsftVriter Matousek tells details on page 4. Gravely Inducted Into Army; McClement Succeeds As Editor "Major" Must Report As Private October 9 Successor To Pi Kappa Leadership Not Selected Harris P. Gravely, Alabama senior familiarly known as ""Major"" to Stetson town, will be inducted into. Uncle Sam's Army October 9, and Camp Blanding-bound, will trade the unofficial rank for the honest-to-goodness title of "private." Major, or Private Harris Gravely, leaves two positions ■of prestige behind him on the on Stetson campus, those of editor- in-chie,' fc. xlie Stetson Reporter and of prerCdent of the locnl chapter of Pi Ka^~ ' ~'VJ. social fraternity. 1' '-.-.ix "leadaches of the editorial pos; jj.j this week to 'Lillian Mvr,1"-,,ie-'u by appointment of President '.','. :_!. Allen. A sophomore co-ed hailing from Auburn- dale, Miss McClement is the second Stetson girl to be given the responsibility before reaching the status of a senior. Successor to the new recruit in the leadership of Pi Kappa Phi had not been chosen yesterday, reports indicated, but elections in the fraternity are slated to be conducted soon. Gravely's journalistic career, with the exception of his term of apprenticeship last year as news editor of the Reporter, was terminated on the campus after one week's issue. After "putting the paper' to bed" last week the retiring editor left for Camp Blanding, was tested and found fo be decidedly useful to the military. Information reveals that he will visit his Millbrook. Alabama home for several days, and will return here to say goodbye's before reporting to the Starke center on October 9. The new editor, Miss McClement, came to Stetson a year ago as a member of the freshman class, and launched immediately into the study of journalism. Besides reporting for the campus news sheet, she was correspondent for the Tampa Morning Tribune. A native of Chicago, she has been a resident of Florida for four years. A mcctii a of pr* 'sen* siaff HH'1 .bers r.wl of eve r>-ove who is in? x're-nc -! • . wo rising fill ( .c T<e- 'Tie** fU: - yea r w-:n ■' X v'lted t'< Ji ■li'J -■ii."t v at 50 in ■ be Rv ■no Ui X X'Sce. Stetson Graduate Made Technician Rena Crawford, a graduate of the 1942 Stetson, summer school, has received the position of laboratory technician at a hospital in Venice, Florida, according to information received here by Dean H. C. Garwood. Miss Crawford left for the south Florida city last week following her acceptance. Dean Garwood stated that her- appointment is further evidence of the esteem which Stetson's science graduates demand. While at Stetson, Miss Crawford was president of Beta Key, a member of the Newton Club, and on the staff of the Stetson Reporter. **Plty the Poor Freshman!" By "Rat" Martha Miller Last Monday, two hours before midnight, .tftft4firat- n^gjUg^/gg: the women's ldMf 'freshmen '!R&f' Court" was called to order in Chaudoin Hall. All us rats gathered before the ghostly spectacle of three masked judges who were covered with white sheets and wore black masks. In a room of weirdness and gloom lighted only by two candles these judges read the rules to an awestruck group. . Only the droning voice of the judge and the amused laughter of the upperclassmen broke the silence. The rats could only groan as they heard the verdict. Tuesday all freshmen women went to classes completely dressed for an afternoon tea. Wednesday, crys of "Air Raid" rang across the campus and freshmen huddled under umbrellas to protect • themselves .from imaginary bombs (but not from the upperclassmen, unfortunately,) The order for Thursday was, "Carry all books in a'pillowslip and wear no makeup," and nothing more horrible could have been imagined by the rats. Finally, on Friday, peace came to the campus. In spite of some complaints, we freshmen have had a good time during "rat" week and are looking foreward to next year when we, as upperclassmen, can initiate the new rats. Six Productions Planned By Little Theatre Players Backstage Artisans In Demand: Experimental Play To Receive Attention Six major productions will be offered this year by the. Stover Little Theater Players for the entertainment of Stetson students and their friends. Plans revealed by Dr. Stover and his assistant, Mrs. Virginia Giffin, indicate that a variety of entertainment ranging from comedy to mystery is awaiting presentation. ——— been selected as the annual Shakespearean play. Although definite plans are not complete, Dr. Stover revealed that the Experimental Theater will stage an unusual production later in the year. The Little Theater director also announced that there is great opportunity this year for those interested in backstage work to fill shortages of property men. The first scheduled play is the comedy "The Curtain Rises," which will be followed by the murder-farce "Arsenic and Old Lace." During the Yuletide season, Glee Club will collaborate with the Little Theater Players in presenting the opera "Hansel and Gretel." Noel Coward's latest hit "rt'the Sp*:.*-" will be -riven in the Spring, and "As You Like It" has Post War Problems Subject Essay Contest Students May Participate In Winning Prize Money Just how would you like to have S500 in good old foldin' money? It's not an advertisement but a challenge which shouldn't be brushed off by those who have ideas about world affairs. This challenge is an essay contest to be judged by World Affairs and paying off a first prize of $500. President Allen announced last Friday that essays should not exceed 5,000 words on the subject of "Collaboration Between the United States and the British Commonwealth of Nations for Post War Order." The contest is open to undergraduates only, and all material should be sent in to World Affairs, 734 Jackson Place, Washington, D. C, by January 1, 1943, according, to details revealed in a recent issue of N "School and Society" magazine. tude for the grant. "We may consider their generosity as a token of their love for Stetson." According to provisions of Mrs. Holmes' will as filed in Volusia probate court last week, Stetson University will receive one-fourth of the residue of the Daytona Beach philanthropist's estate after certain obligations have Been paid. Total amount of the estate was reported to be about $150,000, and it was understood that Stetson's grant may be between $20,000 and $25,000. The late Robert Shailor Holmes established a loan fund of $5,000 here several years ago, and was the original donor of the annual Florida Forum series. Mrs. Holmes continued to support the forum' lectures after the honored trustee's death. According to the will, the bequest is to be utilized as a rotating student loan fund; with graduates of Daytona Beach high schools to he given first preference under the loan, with other Volusia graduates next ih turn. Stetson enrollees from other localities may, of course, be eligible for loans, it was reported. MAY KEEP 1942 Edition of Choristers Numbers 82: Nelson Narked Manager at First Meeting The Stetson Glee Club may have to devote much of its time this year to local engagements and parties replacing some of the usual trips, according to a statement by Prof. Harold M. Giffin, director. Gas rationing and tire shortages may stop long trips for the duration, but even so, Professor Giffin hopes to take the squad on To Manage Chorus Jimmy Nelson, above, will take- over management of ihe Stetson Glee Club this year. Nelson, a -Junior, succeeds I Cliff \\ynns, who is now serving in thc U..S...Army. Deksioma Group Honors Rushees For the first time in Stetson Deksioma's history rushing will be in order. "Rushees" will be entertained with a weiner roast at lhe home of Marion Merrill, president of the organization, on the evening of September 30th. Pledging will follow later. Members asembled for their first meeting of this year last Wednesday night in the B.S.U. room, discussing plans for the coming year. some out-of-town engagements. Local events definitely planned •are the presentation of Humper- .dink's opera, "Hansel and Gretel," and the annual performance of -Handel's "Messiah," both of which will be given during the Christmas season. "The 1942 club boasts 82 members; .45 continuing, from last year and 37 who are new. Mr. Giffin commented there are some especially fine voices among the n»w women members. Officers this year are headed by Jimmy Nelson who is genera! manager. In the women's club, Margaret Reaves is business manager, Frances Arkley, publicity manager, and Helen Bennett, student leader. Heading the men are T. R. Mims, business manager and Davis Long, publicity manager. Student leader Robert Wheatley, who transferred to the University of Florida, is to be replaced. Accompanists are Winston McQuiddy and Doris Milligan. Future Navagators Study The Stars "The celestial navigation'course now offered at Stetson is practically the same course which navy ensigns go through," stated Professor Lowry, instructor in the course. The class is studying the same" text as is used in the Coast Guard Institute of New London, Connecticut which is authorized by the U. S. Navy. This is a finishing course in which the students solve actual problems that come up in navigation. It is not purely scientific, but the boys are learning how to use navigation instruments and how to apply them. There are no requirements beyond a thorough fundamental knowledge of trigonometry.