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Show Page 2 SIGNPOST November 26, 1958 Editorial The Political Kiss oi Death Still one of the hottest domestic controversies is the one being waged with regard to an individual's right to work. Just how much good it will do to pass laws trying to enforce such a "right" is the center of most dispute. "Utah, along with a dozen or so other states, now have legislation which guarantees in theory at least, the right to employment without joining a labor union. "Right to work" proposals -were handed thumping defeats in five of six states in the recent General Election. Organized labor fought not only to kill such proposals, but also to see that no pro- right to work candidate was elected. It must be admitted that "Big Labor" did a pretty thoi ough iob on both counts. The ceed so nicely is an indication have amassed in recent years. Now more than ever, it is clear that labor unions in America have politicians "running scared." One could count on the fingers of one hand the number of congressmen who now oppose such organizations verbally. The others seem to realize that endorsement of "right to work" or any similar law is now the political kiss of death for them. The fact that the labor Reform Bill was not passed during the last session of congress is further evidence of legislative fear of union retaliation. Just how long this sort of thing will continue is anyone's guess. But it seems certain that America now needs leaders who will stop "running scared" and begin moving with a little more courage. And one of the first places this courage should be ex ercised is in the control and regulation of our massive labor unions. Weber College Signpost Student Union Building Phone Weber College, Ext. 232 Managing Editor Gary London Sports Editor Dick Welker Society Editor Delsa Owen Business Manager Margaret Anderson Reporters: Gary Blodgett, Barry Ellis, Grant Messerly, Francia Oborn, Mike Monson, Carol Blanken, Mike Parker, Kathy Kittock, Gaylene Knight, Barbara Henry, Carolyn Heiner, Marlene Nelson, Val Weathers. The Weber College Signpost is the official news publication of Associated Students of Weber College and is published bi-weekly. Gadabout's Guide Music Some topnotch musical events are on the bill of fare here before winter quarter begins, and all are free! Friday evening of this week students will get another look at the fine Utah Symphony. They did great business here with the Paul Whiteman concert. Now Mr. Whife-raan is playing one of the Las Vegas paper-mache palaces, and regular conductor Maurice Abra-vanel will guide the Symphony when it appears here this week. Sunday, Dec. 14, an imaginative DELIGHTFUL GLEN PHILLIPS And His Orchestra Playing All Your Popular Music 17 V V R V Li I Li 11 1 T71MH A V Admission ONLY 75c fact that it was able to suc of the mighty power unions and talented group of Weber students and townspeople will present "Amahl and the Night Visitors", a Christmas opera by Gian Carlo-Menotti.Thjs excellent contemporary offering is already something of a standard, and Director Glenn Hanson and his cast are sure to come through in fine style. A traditional' Christmas musical event in Utah is the "Nutcracker Ballet." The U. of U. Ballet Theatre with the able assistance of the Utah Symphony are sure to please all when the "Nutcracker" comes to Ogden Jan. 3. DANCING Every Saturday Shorty Ross at i his ill IJiiSii This is the season of the year when elementary teachers have their little charges make lists titl "Bandstand" - - T. V. s Dead End By Ed Sign Some like Jack Benny. Others prefer Red Skelton. There are still those who thrive on George Gobel. Actually all these T.V. comedians are virtual amateurs when compared to the master, Dick Clark, and his troupe who daily appear on television's dead-end "American Bandstand." From the moment boyish-faced Clark first steps up and grins puzzledly into the camera until the last bop step is completed, the show is one big laugh. Perhaps the funniest thing about the whole mess is that it's really not supposed to be funny. At least, I don't think the humor is meant to be intentional. Televised Madhouse Mr. Clark, who runs the proceedings, has all the stage presence of an ostrich. He acts as though he never knows quite how to handle the assorted juveniles who gather for the televised madhouse which he calls a show. One can scarcely blame Mr. Clark for not knowing how to act. If you were surrounded by a ballroom full of shuffling, scuffing zombies, how would you act? Rock and Rollers Another real comedy feature of the program is the type of music to which those gathered must dance. The majority of the records must have been waxed by someone with an intense hate for music. The important part of this sort of music is the beat. The unfortunate thing is that those who were responsible for composing it forgot that the beat wasn't the only part. As it is now each record is two. or three minutes of beat. And after its over that's just how you feel. No Siree It's easy to see that the dancers on "American Bandstand" don't have much to work with. However, this fine, well-groomed, group of average young Americans doesn't let this bother them. No siree! You play a record for them and they'll figure something out. Dancing isn't the only attraction of "Bandstand." It's a kind of variety show. It has guest artists. I he great majority of guests look like people fresh out of the hills. Some carry a guitar (mostly for looks). Most have a dialect which is a cross between a southern drawl and failure to get past the fifth grade. There are a few things they all have in common. They're all Students: Come here for the BEST in Food and Fountain . . . Drive-in Service COMBE'S DRIVE-IN 385 - 12th Street i. BgmiiM fl H n n n mm i ed "Things I Am Thankful For" (sic). The only objection to this prac- dressed in bright, flashing outfits that would even strain the tubes on your compatible color television set. None of these guest perform-ars is over 18 years of age, which leads one to believe that perhaps they are chosen from the audience fifteen minutes before show time. Silly Questions Mr. Clark asks them five or six very silly questions to which his guests manage to stutter out five or six equally silly answers. And teenagers all over America are simply delighted. This sort of thing goes on most of the afternoon and into the night, or so it seems. Interested viewers sit in rapt attention through it all. And when the program's over the youth of America the bulwarks of society go back to such normal, pleasant diversions as stealing hub caps, robbing sweet little ladies . . . and dancing. And if "American Bandstand" doesn't win the Emmy Award for the best comedy show of the year, I'll eat six records of "Skinny Minnie." BOG Studies Scholarship What is the best way to boost scholarship on the Weber campus ? This is one of many problems considered by busy BOC in Monday's Session. It was suggested by Board merii-bers that more emphasis be placed on scholastic competition by the clubs. The possibility of Weber's joining a national scholastic fraternity is also being investigated. The Board discussed at some length the creation of a Leadership Council on a college level. The purpose of this organiaztion would be the "consolidation of all campus FOR XMAS Slenderize With Stauffer "MIRACLE" Tables Are you a man fan? (And what gal isn't.) Are you in "Shape" for that date? Hip Problems? We trim those stubborn inches off hips and thighs in just weeks. Ask about our Special Co-ed plan. Only $5 per week gives you a lovely figure for Xmas. Our special Coed Plan. 9 Eli st Cil er-sH h an tice is that the kiddies write only about the big, obvious things like mom and dad, school, freedom, and food. They entirely overlook those small, inconspicuous items that are also important. Things like Mr. Magoo cartoons, vanilla ice cream, Audrey Hepburn movies, the "Peanuts" comic strip, Christmas carols (after Dec. 1) are little but nice. So are George Shearing record albums, crisp apples, ski runs, and the TUB. Every Weber collegian ought to be grateful for "Maverick", bulky knit sweaters, Saturday morning, Scrabble, berry pie, and ice skating.Add to the list pizza pie, summer canyon parties, Cary Grant comedies, bicycle trips, and June Christy. It's very easy once you start thinking to come up with many "blessingettes." Surely everyone is happy with such things as loafer shoes, narrow ties, root beer floats, Rolfe Peterson, picnics, O'-Henry short stories, French fries, hi-fi and stereo records, and the smell of new books. Cinnamon Rolls We had better mention cinnamon rolls, 7-Up, water fountains with cold, water, Steven Allen; Indian summer afternoons, firepl aces, French movies and Sunday papers. No list of "Little Things I Am Thankful For" (sic) would be complete without such items as hamburgers, basketball games, petunia beds, deer hunting, Dave Brubeck jazz, and the Signpost. So get with it, and start compiling your own private "Little Things", list. We just might revolutionize Thanksgiving. groups." The proposed Council is still in the fermulative stage, and more information will likely be given in further meetings. The Phoenix Snowball has been moved up to Dec. 12. It was scheduled for a later date, but certain conflicting events made possible the change. Bulletin Boards again made news as the Board decided to spot a special one for book sales. This would give the students a specific area for advertising saleable articles. The International Relations Club is to have bulletin board space in Building 1. LI for free visit and Professional Analysis Call EX 2-1180 BERTHANA BALLROOM 321 - 27th Street Ogden, Utah STAUFFER 2946 Wash. Blvd. SALON EX 2-1180 |