The Stetson Reporter

IHE TETSO EPORTER Third Year—No. 10 DELAND, FLA., WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 24, 1937 Price 5 FUN, F OTBALL STETSON STUDENTS TRAVEL TO HOME TO CELEBRATE THANKSGIVING HOLD Students are Comparable To Ancient Pilgrims This afternoon at five p.m., Stetson's students and faculty members will officially put away their books and begin preparations for the celebration of Thanksgiving, a custom started in 1621 by the Pilgrims of Plymouth Rock. The Pilgrims may have trekked to church Thanksgiving day, single file with shouldered muskets, but their line' of departure could not compare to the wholesale exodus of Stetson students for the gala holidays. In place of steeple-crowned hats and bonnets put pork-pies and ca- ^ots. For flowing capes substitute bulky camel-hairs, and shorten all skirts . considerably. The complexions of the women of those days and these do not vary toe appreciably, although the modern co-ed acquires her rosy cheeks more rapidly and painlessly. The big, round buttons that a- dorned the breast of John Alden and the heart-breakers of yore must be replaced by fraternity pins of equal size—and greater brilliance! Priscilla may have been proud of the glossy locks which hung halfway down her back, but unless she could induce curls to cover her whole head she wouldn't rate today. Travel has changed considerably too. Priscilla may have been thrilled to have John escort her to church, but if his modern prototype couldn't offer a snappy roadster equipped with a radio to hear the football classic, Pris would find another date for this Thanksgiving Day. If her suitor brought a sprig of holly which he had plucked en route, the Pilgrim maiden was thrilled beyond measure. The modern mark of admiration is at least one chrysanthemum. On one point, at least, there is complete similarity. The sight of a steaming, delicately browned turkey, garnished with gleaming' red apples and polished chestnuts, flanked by snowy mounds of potatoes and clear red cranberry jelly, end complemented by amber cider, I fragrant coffee, and spicy mince | and pumpkin pies—such an epicurean display elicits the same response today as it did on the first Thanksgiving. Prof. William H. Bailey who is to appear soon in a violin recital. Harry Gaylord Wins In Primary Popular Alumnus Receive Democratic Nomination in Eustis Harry Gaylord, Law School graduate and founder of the REPORTER, recently won the Democratic nomination for Mayor of Eustis, Florida. By winning the nomination his election becomes practically certain. He won the primary by over six to one majority over the incumbent. While attending Stetson, Gaylord was a popular campus figure, having been the first editor of the REPORTER and a member of Sigma Nu fraternity: Gaylord will probably be the youngest mayor of any city in Florida. He attributes his success in politics to the preliminary training that he received on this campus. EBATERS'MEET GREATLY ENJOYED Rollins Student Wins Award In Extemporaneous Speaking We Just Heard. . That Hughes Wilson and Wilton Howe representing the Sigma Nus, Paul McEntire of the Delta Sigs, and Bill Ceely of the Pi Kaps left yesterday for New York City where they will attend the National Intcr- fratcrnity Conference to be held at rhe Commodore Hotel Friday and Saturday of this week. This is the first time in Stetson's fraternity history that delegates fiave attended this meeting-. STETSON AGAIN MOVES FORWARD. PROF. ALLEN IS ADEMY HEAD Debaters and coaches from the University of Florida, Rollins College, Florida Southern College, and St. Petersburg Junior College were unanimous in their approval of the first annual Florida practise tournament held here last Friday. The question debated was: /'Resolved: that the National Labor Relations Board should be empowered to enforce arbitration of all industrial disputes." Although this question is no nearer settlement, the coaches from the various schools had the opportunity of seeing their students defend themselves against new opponents. The debates were not judged on the basis of team performance, but the judges rated and commented on each speaker individually. To make the scoring even more comprehensive, both the colleague and opponents of each speaker also filled out a questionnaire. A most popular event of the tournament was the extemporaneous speaking contest held in the Little Theatre. There were twelve speakers participating, each school being represented by at least two students. Jane Taft and Thomas O'Mara, speaking for Stetson, conducted themselves in a very capable manner. Miss Margery Chindahl of Rollins, speaking on "Should Senator Black's Appointment be Nullified," received first place, while Bill Grimes and Tony Harlow, both of the University of Florida, placed second and third, respectively. Judges for the contest were Miss Alma Johnson, debate coach of Southern, Ralph Odum, Sterscn law student and winner of last year's A- thenian debate prize, and S. M. Tolbert of DeLand. Subjects for the speeches were drawn, each speaker being allowed three topics, as well as being given a short period for preparation. Stetson students who participated in the debates were: Lydia Theurer, Jane Taft. Martin Hiden, Oliver Taylor, Gordon Kipp, Richard Baldwin, Gadi Lawton, John Cicero, Georgia Visel, and Dorothy Schneider, for the negative. Arguing for the affirmative were Harmon Harper, Robert Carswell, Harvey Olli- phant, Thomas O'Mara, Harold Clark, and Dorothea Clarson. HATTERS TO ENGAGE MISSISSIPPI CHOTCAWS IN TURKEY DAY CLASSIC Lyn Warren May Enter Fray Tomorrow; Last Home Game Miss Willie Dee Willian, who led the sunrise prayer sen ice this morning'. Pawley Welcomes Seven New Members Dr. Pi Kappa Sigma, honorary edu«>- iion. sorority, initiated Anne GoII- aick and Frances Wooten last night at a very impressive service. Frances Ogilvig presided over the initiation. 4i. Stetson Teachers, Students Attend Miami Meeting Dr. Robert I. Allen, professor of physics at Stetson, was elected president of the Florida Academy of Science at its meeting in Miami last weekend. Dr. Allen succeeds Dr. Harold H. Hume, director of the state experimental station at Gainesville. Besides Dr. Allen, Stetson was represented by Dr. Cornelia Smith, professor of biology, Dr. Charles B. Vance, professor of geology, i Frances Ogiivie, Elizabeth Linson, and Dorothy Fuller. During the meeting, th" group made field trips to the B lanical gardens in Miami and to Sold:er Key, off Biscayne Bay, where st<id: ies of marine life weis made at depths of fifteen to thirty feet. Music Faculty And Students Perform Several students and professors of Stetson's School of Music have been appearing in a number of recitals the past week. Mr. Graham, professor of piano, Fisher Addresses Club On Coal Mining Technique Seven new members were present at the last regular meeting of the Stetson Commerce Club. Mary ilia Knight, Patsy Loomis, Roy Kin- sey, William Lovelace, Alex Mathis, Millard Smith, and Fred Wilson accepted the invitation to membership in the commercial group. Dr. Fisher, head of the Business Administration department, gave a talk on anthracite coal mining in Pennsylvania. The techniques of shaft, tunnel, and diagonal mining were discussed, as well as the distinction between the various types and grades of coal. Dr. Fsher also gave a very valuable analysis of the financial problems of coal mining. The president of the group, Lloyd Pawley, welcomed the new members and set the date for the next meeting, December 9. Plans are also being made for a field trip to Jacksonville or Tampa to study firsthand some of Florida's industries. Stetson's 1937 Hatters will make, their last appearance before local football fans tomorrow afternoon when the mighty Choctaws from Mississippi College invade Hatter- town for the Turkey Day gridiron classic, marking the first meeting of the two schools. The battle will start at 2:30 p.m. After losing, to Oglethorpe last weekend, the Hatters returned Sun- day night little the worse from thejr long trip. No serious injuries were suffered in the game and the Hatters should be in good physical condition for the tilt. Although the Choctaws have won only three games this season, they cannot be considered a set-up. They defeated Millsaps who in turn took Rollins into camp. Rollins left O- glethorpe on the small end of a 34 to 0 score. The Hatters, however, will enter the game a slight favorite, outweighing their visitors approximately ten pounds to the man. The Choctaw aggregation boasts fourteen seniors and twelve juniors from which Coach Bill Robinson will pick a formidable starting eleven. His backfield will be built a- round Otho Winstead, a triple- threater, and will probably include three sophomores. The two co-captains, Lamar Smith and Bobby Jackson, guard and end respectively, are said to have held down their berths in great style all season and will give the Hatters a great deal of trouble. i Monday afternoon the Hatters , were given a short workout by I Coaches Cowell and Freeman and I Tuesday settled down to rough CHEMISTRY GROU LEAVES FOR MEET Dr. Conn and Students Will Visit North Carolina Schools Dr. John F. Conn, professor of chemistry, will leave Saturday, November 27, for North Carolina State and Mr. Giffin, professor of voice,. College at Raleigh to attend the bi- gave a recital for the Palmetto Fri-)ennial convention of Gumma Sigma day Musicale in Daytona Beach on j Epsilon, national honorary chemis- Nov. 19. Prof. Graham played three try fraternity, in which he stuff. This afternoon, they will taper off for the battle. Lyn Warren, the Hatters triple- threat ace who has been out of the line-up for the past several weeks, will probably see service in the game. At the present time, Harris Lowery is slated for the starting post. The return of Warren, however, would bolster the Hatter offense considerably. So far the Hatters have won only three out of their seven games and tomorrow will endeavor to add another victory to their win column. In losing, the Hatters have shown a stubborn resistance that has gained them the respect of every team met. The Hatters will end their current football campaign December 3, when they meet the strong Rollins Tars in Orlando. PRESIDENT SPEAKS TO MIAMI BAPTISTS preludes by Chopin and "Scherzo in C Minor." Prof. Giffin gave a varied selection of vocal numbers. Jane McCarty acted as accompanist. Kay Martin appeared on the same program on Nov. 12 and rendered; three vocal selections. They were:] "One Fine Day", "When I H?ve' Sung My Song," and '"Luxemboirg Gardens." Margaret McDonough was the accompanist. is national Grand Visor. He will be accompanied by Mrs. Conn and four members of the fraternity from Stetson, Elizabeth Badger, Elizabeth Linson, June Krause, and Raymond Craig. The program for Monday will include reports from the chapters and lectures by eminent chemists. Tuesday morning the group will visit the campus and laboratories of President William Sims Allen addressed the Miami Baptist Association on Christian Education at their fall gathering at West Palm Beach Friday morning, returning to the campus in time to take up his office duties Saturday morning. Wake Forest College in Wake Forest. Tuesday afternoon will be spent at Duke University in Durham and the University of North Carolina in Chap'el Hill. Stetson's representatives are expected to return the following Thursday.