The Stetson Reporter

The Stetson Reporter TENTH YEAR—No. 10 DELAND, FLORIDA, MARCH 6, 1946 PRICE TEN CENTS Stetson Debate Squad Attend Tournament At Univ. of Fla. FIRST POST-WAR DEBATE TOURNAMENT HELD. AT GAINESVILLE FRIDAY, ' ■ ■ l . ■ . ■ ' Stetson's debate squad participaed in the first post-war debate tournament to be held at the Univresity of Flordia last Friday. Rollins College of Winter Park paricipated also. The debate was the National Intercollegiate topic: "Resolved, that the foreign policy of the United States should be directed toward establishment of free trade among the nations erf the world." , Newly organized this year under fthhe sponsorship of Professor Albert Tracy, the teams are: Iris June Hart, Dot Richardson, affirmative; Betty Miller, Dick Gordie, affirmative; Ruth Cobb, Jessie Gibson, negative, and Charles Clements, Joe Johnson, negative. Following the afternoon rounds of debate a banquet was held at the Florida Union building," after which 4wo rounds o,f decision debates took jdace. The ' University ' of Florida's affirmative team of George Moss and Don Banett met Stetson's negative. Charles Clements and Joe Johnson, and Florida's negative -with Jack Murray , and Bill Colson debated Rollins' affirmative. Rollins, University of Florida and Stetson are the only three schools in Florida participating in intercollegiate forensic activity. All three were Comparatively inactive during' the war. j Mr. Tracy expressed satisfaction in the showing made by Stetson's teams, and is looking forward to an expansion of activities next year . ■when it is hoped a larger squad will be active. RUTH OBACK GIVES SENIOR RECITAL Last Wednesday night Ruth Mac- Daniel Obaeh gave her senior recital In Elizabeth Hall auditorium. Her program consisted of an interesting ■ variety of numbers including: "Du King an Meirier Finges" by Schumann, "Adieu Forets" by Lsehaikow- sky, "Floods of Spring" by Rachmaninoff, and a quaint little German folk song entitled "Spinning Song," with which she delighted her audi- erie. Ruth's voice was one of clear, refreshing quality. Her high tones were rich and full, proving that she has jreal talent and musical ability. At the piano she was very ably assisted by Carol White. One of Carol's numbers, was "Theme and Variations," composed by Ruth her- Mrs. R.F. Mikell, the former self. The audience gave its delight- Lydia Theurer, was the guest ful approval of her composition by'speaker at the; banquet. Mrs. Mikell an enthusiastic round, of applause. brought to mind many of the humor- In the audience were members of ous antedotes written by Broadway's Alpha Dexioma who attended in a foremost drama critics, and cleverly "body, and Ruth's husband, Mr. Eric ' combined these1 with a very interest- Professor Buxton Visits Stetson A visitor at Stetson last weekend was Prof. G. F. Buxton, father of Miss Frances Buxton "'who is teaching in the School of Music. A graduate of DePauw, Prof. Buxton is now professor of Industrial Science at Purdue University, LaFay- ette, Indiana. NAHDA ADKINS TO WED JACKSONVILLE MAW ilr. and Mrs. J. W. Adkins, of Moore Haven, Florida, announce the engagement of their daughter, Nahda, to Elmo1 Luten, son of Mr. and Mrs. R. P. Luten, of. Jacksonville. Miss ^Adkins is a graduate of Moore Haven High School, and is a member of the sophomore class at Stetson, University. Mr. Luten, recently discharged from the U. S. Navy was graduated from Jacksonville schools and received extension work from the U. Of F; ■ The wedding will be at the home of :the bride-elect's ^parents in .early fall..' - THETA ALPHA PHI ENTERTAIN ALUMNI AT BANQUET Friday night the Flolida Alpha chapter ; of Theta ; Alpha Phi, National Honorary Dramatic Fraternity, played host to its alumni members and, their1 guests by entertaining them with; a banquet in. the University Commons following the Little Theatre production of The Cradle Obaeh, whom ■ember. she married last De- UlliLu: ?/ifiuli I .• ' TEAM TO MEET ROLLINS THURSDAY Stetson's Varsity girls basketball team has encountered stiff resistance, through their season. Despite the fact that they have come out on the short end of the score the girls, have shown a fighting spirit. Sarah Lett has been acting, as the manager and director of the team arranging , for the officials, courts. Through; her untiring efforts numerous! contacts have been , made and much enthusiasm aroused for the gairies scheduled. '.'; The following girls have reported for ! the girls' varsity basketball team: Guard—Sarah Lett (captain); Giiard-r-B. J. McCollum; Guard—-J. Mitchell; Guard—A. Reeser; , Guard-^L. Keathley; Guard—R. Spires; Forward—C. Rogers; Forward—M. Peterson; Fdrward—-JP. Winderwheedle; Forward—B. Miller; Fdrward—C. McTeer. They have played the following teams: Southern College, Naval Air Jacksonville Waves. They will, encounter the Rollins girls team at StetsW Hulley gym Wednesday night; at 6:30 p.m. ing, talk on the living theatre of to day. .■..:■■''" Harold Giffin sang "Into The Night" and. "Road To Mandalay," accompanied by Barbara Albritton at the piano. Miss Edith Miller spoke on behalf of the active chapter and chose as her subject,, "What the Theatre Means to Me." Dr. Stover welcomed back the ; alumni and introduced each of them. The alunmi were very gracious 'in telling tales of their days on the boards of the Irving C. Stover Little Theatre: Those present, at the Homecoming Banquet were: Florida Alpha actives Joe John, president; Edith Miller, vice-president;. Marjorie Merrill, secretary; Nancy: Brown,, treasurer; Richard Mansur; historian, and Robert Clark: Faculty members: Harold M. Giffin, Hal Kail, Lillian Preston and Irving C. Stover! Pledges: J. M. Albritton, Joe Camp, Janice Douglas, Bert Gans, Elizabeth Golden, Jean Vai-num and Louie Wilkinson. Alumni ; and guests: Annette Bolton Clark, Mrs. Irving C. Stover, Lulahe Mercu, Mr. arid Mrs. Chester Hqwafty;, Erriie Pollard, Mr. and Mrs. Robert Mout- ridge, Rev. and ; Mrs. James Day, Francis Inman, Ray Jordan, Mr. and Mrs. Melvin Wilkins' Barbara Albritton, James Golden, Nancy Rossiter, Irma French Smith, Mary Ann Jackson, , Mr. . and lilrs, Vincent Gould, Mr. and Mrs, Charles Booth, Mr. and Mrs. Charles! Luckie, Mr. and Mrs; Loveland, Mr. and Mrs. Graff Carr, Mr. and |Mrs. Watts Bracey, Mr. and Mrs; Martin Wei's-* nee. CELEBRATES ANNIVERSARY DEANCARSON HAS BIRTHDAY G. Prentice Carson, dean emeritus, of Stetson University, celebrated his 82nd birthday on February 28th. . Dean Carson, beloved by both faculty and thousands of students who have known him over a~ period of years, came to DeLand, and Stetson in 1886 where he served as dean of Stetson University for fifty years before retiring. For several years after his retirement, he continued to teach a history class in his home. One of his most remarkable traits is his ability to remember names and call people by their proper names for years after he has. lost contact with them. * PIKAPSLEADIN INTRAMURALS The Pi Kappa: Phi fraternity holds first place on the boys intramural ladder with 460 points, the Delta Sigs follow in second place with 370 points. Third ' place is claimed by the independents who have 350 points, while the Preachers are in the cellar with 280 points. The Pi Kapps have taken first place in football, volleyball, horseshoes, and handball which gives them first place in itwo. major sports and two minor Sports. The Delta Sigs took first place in one minor sport which was ping-pong. With a tie for first place in basketball at the end of the tournament the Pi Kapps and. Independents played for first and second places. The Independents winning by a score of 18-16 with 50 seconds playing time when "Dutch" Funderburk sent a field goal from middle court deciding the game for the Independents. This .gave them first place in one major sport.; . The remaining sports to be played are badminton, paddle ball, tennis and diamondball. CHRISTIANALITIES President And Mrs. Allen Attend Churchill Ceremony CHURCHILL GIVEN HONORARY DEGREE BY UNIV. OF MIAMI IN ORANGE BOWL. Accepting an invitation offered by Dr. Bowman F. Ashe, president of Miami universiy, President Allen travelled to Miami last week to take part in ceremonies honoring Winston Churchill who was awarded an honorary degree of Doctor of Law by the University of Miami. Together; with college presidents from many Florida colleges, President Allen took, part in a processional assembled in respect to the British ex-prime minister. After participating in the: awarding ceremonies President Allen, accompanied by Mrs. Allen, attended a luncheon at the Surf Club given in Mr. Churchill's honor by President Ashe. The ceremony, which was held in the Orange Bowl February 27, was witnessed by. 17,500 people who warmly, applauded Mr. Churchill as he appeared at the: assembly with his wife and their daughter, Mrs. Sarah Oliver. Mr.; Churchill, who also .possesses a honorary degree of Doctor of Law from Oxford university, gave a brief address in which he emphasized the: importance of making a college education available to veterans who have had their education interrupted. lie said, "Millions of young men here had their education interrupted by war. Their lives have been slashed across by its flaming'sword, We must make sure that in both our countres they do not suffer needlessly for this particular form of sacrifice they have made." He said that no person should beome pessimistic and disappointed because of„iailures during his or her youth. Using himself as an example, he said that he ; was very poor at passing exams when! he was a. boy but he is now very kdept at receiving, degrees. "No boy or girl," he said, "should ever be! discouraged by lack of success in their youth, but should diligently and, faithfully continue to perserve and make up for lost time." . Have you heard about the STUDY COURSES, at the First Baptist Church that are being held this week? These are very interesting and helpful to any Christian. If you have not been, you should try to go at, least one night. The teachres are: Rev. Harry Liechty, Jackson ville; Ben Hall, Titusville; Miss Sara Ann Strickland, St. Petersburg; Rev. 0. L. Walker, L. :A. Colding, and Grady Snowden of DeLand. We regret very much that Dr. Hugh McEniry is not able to teach scheduled. The Ministerial Association had very unique program , this week that was very successful. All the members were requested to bring an sermon outline on "Sin'' with them. These sermons were then read and compared. Everyone present received some very helpful information. All Ministerial students are urged to attend the associational meetings every Tuesday night at 7:00 in the B, S. U. House. If you; have not been to Vespers lately you have really missed some very interesting speakers. The thirty minutes that are used in this service will hardly be missed from your studies! The "Vespers'. Goers'" have decided'to sit in tthe, middle, section and down near the front. This really improves the service and makes them feel more worshipful. Don't forget to give that half-an-hour at 6:30 to the Lord and to His worship. Another very interesting meeting that has been in our midst for several weeks is the "Youth Meeting of DeLand" that has been. held at the Stetson Baptist Church. This meeting started off with a large crowd, but is dropping in, attendance. There is always a good speaker and pro grain, If you cannot find anything to do Saturday night, from |7:45 until 9:30 you will find a very good program there for you. It is a pro gram that is entered into by every one through songs and short talks. The Stetson Baptist Church f unr- ishes transportation for everyone at the B. S. U. House at 7:30 on Saturday. Last week the sp'eaker was Rev. Ben Hall, pastor of the First Baptist Church in Titusville. He brought a very good message to the small number presesnt. If you are put for a good clean evening in Christian fellowship be there next Saturday. —"Chic" Engleman Hatter Quintet Wins Over Rollins Tars In 34-40 Victory PHIL SMITH HIGH POINT MAN IN FOURTH WIN OF THE SEASON, A favored Hatter quintet emerged the victor over the Rollins Tars 34-30 Wednesday night, but not until they had put down a determined rally in the last four minutes of play. At that point the Rollins five went into the lead 27-26, but the home team quickly tightened down and fought nip and tuck until the final whistle, with four points to spare. Phil Smith, tall Hatter center, paced his team to their fourth win of the season, with six field goals for twelve points. ^Honorable , mention goes to Deaver who hit long shots with deadly accuracy from a difficult position, and Ripley in his defensive play and smoothly executed passes. The Hatters were the I aggressors all through the first period and held an 18-13 edge at the half. Stetson fg ft f pts Deaver, f 4 0 18 B. Smith, f „" , 10 0 2 Iipley, f ' 0 16 Dean, f 0 0 10 P. Smith, c 6 0 2 12 Liechty, c Purtz, g Rosa, g Funderburk, g Teal, g Total Rollins Van Hoose, ji Oreen Simpson, f Fraizer, f Lister; e McKeithan, g Williams, g Markland, g Total 0 0 1 0 1 2 1 4 0 0 1 0 0 0 3 0 1 0 3 2 16 2 14 34 fg ft f pts 3 1 0 7 0 0 0 0 ,0 0 0 0 4 1 0 9 2 1 0 5 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 3 3 2 9 12 6 3 30 GLEE CLUB TO PRESENT MOTHER SPRING PHANTASY TO BE GIVEN THURS. INARCH 7. Another spring phantasy, entitled "Hit the Deck," will! be presented by the University Glee Club on the evening of March 7th under the direction of Miss Allinger. The production this year will be a musical pleasure cruise to our neighbors in the South, taking in the most familiar classical, semi- classical and popular music pertaining to the Pan-Americans. Jimmie Danford, pianist, wjll again be on hand to delight his audience; Daniel Rodrigiies, of Cuba,. will sing, and Delva Walden Register will play thes marimba. Students and facuty members will be admitted on their activity tickets. THE CRADLE SONG PLEASES AUDIENCE The Stover Little Theatre has again pleased Stetson audiences with its latest play, "The Cradle Song," presented February 28th and Mrach 1st and 4th, and directed by Dr. Stover and Mrs. Virginia Giffin. The setting for the play was the court of a Dominican Convent in the present day. Capacity audiences were thrilled with the welLdesigned set and the beautiful lighting effects. The plot of the play revolves around a fondling child left at the Convent and adopted by the village doctor. As the child, Teresa, grows older, she becomes beloved by all the nuns, particularly Sister , Joanffa of the Cross. When at eighteen Teresa leaves the Convent to be married, it is Sister Joanna who suffers the most as she has been the closest to , the child. Teresa was very real and loving as portrayed by . Edith Miller, and Elizabeth Golden as Sister Joanna (Continued On Page; Three) Bp§ls§yfc .. -J .^-^.^t^MMv&sM™^ ^