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Show Page 2 THE SIGNPOST Editor Jacob Weese Associate Editors Pauline Rogers, Stanley Johnson Business Manager Orville Nielson Society Editor Norma Pantone Athletic Editors Jack Syphers, Melvin Manfull Features Norma Barrows, Everel Harris, Mary Peterson, Harold Benson, Ted Collins, Helen Fletcher. Contributors -Donna Jenkins, Josephine Kunz, Eva Rogerson, Stuart Wheelwright, Morton Fuller, Constance Ford, Charles Let., Both Cardon, Audrey Bush, Reed Anderson. Circulation Chet Gilgen, Barbara Reeves Typists Verna Watts, Thekla Holmes Photographer Stuart Wheelwright Published very other week by the Associated Students of Weber College Intermountain Publishing Co. 533!- THERE COMES A PRESENCE To the hot feverish pulse of every collegian there now comes a cooling and slowing. Creeping from the south with ever quickening tread there conies a presence, softly and sighing does it whisk through, the aisles of night and enrich the pleasures of day. Jt steals trustingly into the heart of them all, assuages tired brains with soft fingers, sponges worry from the brow. Jt rustles in through open "windows and carries all from the classroom in reverie. How impotent it makes the teachers' chalk, blackboard, and textbook. How impotent it makes the teachers themselves. Then heightening artistry with a colorful array, it shines out with students in colors bold enough to make the war paint of a Comanche Indian seem pale and insipid. Colorhere-to-fore used only in pajamas blazon forth in ties, peeks insidiously from socks, and flaunts brazenly in jackets. It brings comfort to dainty toes chilled from jutting forth in the toeless shoes stupidly worn throughout winter. Tempo and pace slows. By now you have surely guessed it. Yes, we usher in spring, and may all lessons be non-existent and may all girls be beautiful and charming, all men brave and handsome. MURDERERS Weber college is the scene of hundreds of violent, unpremeditated murders; within these walls are sheltered scores of criminals who commit their crimes with heedlessness and bloody intent each day. It is the English language that is being butchered with the calm passion of the insane. It is the tool that is most 'often used and should he most intelligently used that finds itself at the mercy of the unknowing. Correct English is the first mark of an educated person. The emphasis placed on English in school attests to its importance. More jobs than one have been lost by an inferior knowledge of the language. Recently a staggering blow was delivered to the English language when an English department publication sponsored a sign that said, "Buy You're Tickets Now" to such and such a ball. "You're" is a contraction of the two words, "you" and "are." The sign then said in reality, and quite senselessly, "Buy You Are Tickets Now." However, we assumed that the writer meant to use the possive pronoun "your," giving the sign the correct meaning of "Buy Your Tickets Now." We believe that our quarrel with the murderers of the English language is no small one. It is just as wrong-to say "I seen," "to who," and "like I do" all of which are mistakes heard daily as it is to say that two and two are five. Others may judge a person by his looks, his personality, his friends, his interests. But just let us hear him speak before we make our judgment; and we'll wager that ours is the more accurate. Shoddy English, shoddy person; correct English, sly person. AND QUIET ENTERS Willi the return of M iss Eva Browning from study of library science, the students are now showing modified conduct in the library. The library reference and reading room is reserved for those students who wish to study individually, and no talking is permitted. Of course, such heavenly quiet is not something that can be induced by learning' solely. Miss Browning's presence is something special. i ESTABLISHED 1870 Supports Local Athletics OUR SPORT PAGES COVER THE SPORTING NEWS OF THE WORLD miner 7he OuUidc Wettcf By HAROLD BENSON Hispania Peace! To the millions of distracted people of war-torn Spain that "word has tremendous significance. For the past thirty-two months that country has been the center of one of the most acrimonious civil wars that the world has ever witnessed. During that time over 100,000 lives have been sacrificed in an attempt to unify the dissentient political factions of Spain. Fortunately for the nations of the world and especially for the people of Spain the settlement of that war now appears to be realized. With three-fourths of Spain under his control, Francisco Franco's nationalist government has been recognized by the major powers of Europe. Last week Azana, president of the Loyalists, resigned from his office and Premier Juan Negrin prepared for flight. To Most of Us To most of us the basic issues of the Spanish Civil war have been obscured because the struggle has assumed an internation-ly aspect. Intervention of European countries, such as the supplying of troops and ammunition, submarine warfare, and attempts at negotiation have all had a confusing effect on the war. The real difficulties of Spain took form when Alfonso XIII was compelled to abdicate his throne in April, 1931. The establishment of a republic left Spain at the mercy of the various political factions in their attempts to gain control of the country. To the Polls In the general elections of 1936 the Spanish people marched to the polls in droves in the support of one of the two main political parties the Conservatives and the Socialists. The Conservatives were dominated by the Monarchists and a Fascist-minded group who advocated a totalitarian form of government as the only solution to the troubles of Spain. The Socialists were merged into the Popular Front party that advocated a Marxian state for Spain. In the election the Popular Front gained a majority of 44 in parliament.The government, in spite of its majority, made little headway in appeasing the Spanish people. Strikes, riots, and minor revolts were numerous. Abortive plans to overthrow the government evidenced the chaotic conditions of Spain. All that was needed under such circumstances to ignite the tinder-box of civil war was a flame. That flame was soon furnished by the murder of Jose Calvo Sotelo. a Monarchist leader. Immediately the country rose in revolt. Cabinet after cabinet was turned out because of the inability of the various ministers to cope with the situation. A Bitter Opponent Francisco Franco, governor of the Canary Islands and a bitter opponent of the Spanish republican government, took command of the nationalist troops and he was later made head of the na tionalist government. Since July, 1936, his troops of superior numbers have ceaselessly pounded against the flanks of the Loyalists until most of Spain has fallen under his control. During the course of the war Franco has been aided in no small degree bv troops and supplies from Italy and Germany. The Loyal- EVERSHARP PARKER WATERMAN FOUNTAIN PENS and PENCILS At STEVE'S Office Supplies 2414 Washington Blvd. Students Appreciate Quiet Study Students of Weber appreciate the fact that the library reference and reading room is reserved for those who wish to study individually. This is shown by the great number of students who study there and also by their cooperation in maintaining order.The addition of another room for quiet group study has made it possible to eliminate all talking in the reading room. Belle of the Book-Shelves Returns Miss Eva Browning, college librarian, returned to Weber at the beginning of the spring quarter after having had a leave of absence since the beginning of the year. Miss Browning has been in New York Pitv attpnrlintr tVio Graduate School of Library Science at Columbia university. Miss Browning savs that it !q hard to settle down and rparl thp announcements of the plays and concerts in the New York Times and not be able to go to them. Smile, Please "A more candid outlook on student life," says Hugh Garner, yearbook editor, "will be the theme of a photography contest sponsored by the Acorn. The contest will give students a chance of expression in the yearbook and the winners will be well rewarded. First prize is three dollars, second prize, two dollars, and a third prize of one dollar." Pictures will be judged according to appeal and humor. To be eligible they must be handed to Hugh Garner or Mr. Trevithick on or before April 1st. All pictures and negatives automatically become the property of the Acorn. As an added inducement the Frenisti club has offered to double the first prize if the wining picture is taken at the Mardi Gras costume ball this evening. ists, on the other hand, have been assisted by the Russian government. The remarkable stand that Madrid made against Franco's armies is attributed in no small degree to Russian support. Since the fall of Barcelona the war appears to have entered its last stage. The Loyalist government is crumbling and its troops are seeking shelter across the borders of France. The Future Difficult The future of Spain is difficult to predict. The reestab-lishment of a monarchy is improbable. The ability that Franco has displayed in commanding his troops during the war makes him the logical person to head the new government. It is not to be doubted that he harbors some ambitions to emulate his contemporaries, Mussolini and Hitler. The hasty but somewhat (Continued on Page 4) DOKOS 2522 Washington Blvd. THE BEST MALT IN TOWN At Nelson's Dairy Bar 2576 Washington Boulevard Your Stationery At The College Book Store Loose Leaf Paper - Type Paper - Pencils .- Anita Louise and Shirley Temple From the Center Aisle Dear Moviegoers : (Aren't we all, though?) This column is designed to give you an advance tipoff on the coming eye-strainers; no longer will you waste gooddo-re-mi on punk productions. Accompanying our brief review will be our own rating system which will guide you on the type of companion to date for the show. Four bells means you'd better date HER for four bell pictures are as far and few between as a Junior Prom. When our expert staff of critics allot a picture three bells, that means an enjoyable evening plus six-bits will be spent. A two bell picture will be the one to date that little blond that Jack was telling you about, for there will be plenty of time during the picture for conversation, and otherwise. Therefore I believe a two bell picture will be an enjoyable one, everything considered. The only comment we make of one bell pictures is: It stinks? Now that we have our rating system explained, here is a review of two coming attractions. Number one production is Shirley Temple in her first technicolor picture, "The Little Princess." Assisting her will be the current No. 1 heart-smasher, Richard Greene, lovely Anita Louise, and even Queen Victoria herself (not in person, though). The story is filled with heartthrobs, laughter, stirring mom-ments and fender moods, and it ends with such a climax that you'll forget to write the folks for your money. Your reporter agrees with all other well-known critics and gives "The Little Pincess" four bells. On March 25th "Stagecoach" rides into town. On board will be Claire Trevor, John Wayne, and a carload (I mean stagecoach) full of rough-riding, wild shooting cowhands. A fighting fool, the Ringo Kid (John Wayne) fights everything on two legs until he runs into Dallas (Claire Trevor). Then ensues a bit of romance, but Indians and a feuding gang try to muss up John Wayne. However, I suppose true love triumphs in the end, or does it? Anyway, don't miss "Stagecoach," to which we graciously allot three bells. Center Aisle Paul YOUR PRESCRIPTION DRUG STORE ENSIGN DRUG CO. 333 24th St. Phone 623 Ogden, Utah Needs Supplied - 1 |