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Show Friday, February 2, 1945 Romance Invades Coed By Society Sal Diamonds Hoi the campus, and the love bug con tuiues to chew his weary way througb the ranks of the college females. True, there is little or no "coke" romance Lng Hone in the College nn. these hectic days, and da.tes are growing nunc and more rare. But, whal care t !i i coeds; the contest, makes the prize even greater. The "victors" return to We- ber to take up the hastily discarded looselcafs and dust off the heavy text hooks now that their men have gone to war. Two war brides who are now finishing their college educations while marking time until their husbands return from overseas are Mrs. Marianne H. Call and Mrs. Dorothy Putnam. Marianne, wife of Slc Rulon W. Call of Layton, Utah, is a member of Chanodo club, and an outstanding participant in college musical activities. She is an accomplished pianist and organist, and she has been seen pushing a violin bow across an instrument in the orchestra. Mrs. Call was married to Slc Call in the Salt Lake L. D. S. temple on May 2, 1944. Seaman Call is now serving in the south Pacific battle areas. Dorothy Putnam, wife of Lt. Glen R. Putnam of the army air forces air transport command overseas division somewhere in ; New Guinea, is a member of La Dianaeda club and an education major with no "old maid" threats in view. Lt. and Mrs. Putnam were married on November 6, 1943, at Phoenix, Arizona, where Lt. Putnam was stationed as an air cadet. In addition to school ac- Biology Mixes With Textiles In Class Quiz Miss Alta Hirst of the Home Economics department submits a choice bit of exposition as an example of the startling originality of thought, sometimes brought out in tests. Well-versed members of the class in textiles will tell ou there is a process in weaving called "shedding" which allows a shuttle containing the pick, also known as 'woof," to pass easily through 'the threads. Miss Hirst sees in the following answer a most ingenious explanation of the whole thing: "Pick is the instrument you use to draw the wolf through the shed"! Members of the class suggest that for safety's sake the girls had better use a steel lariat to take the "wolf" through the shed or, on second thought, drop the dcor so the wolf can't get out. FENDER BENDERS Fred Scriven Compliments of Bmalley Bros. Jewelers f IS THIS J ( TRIP REALLY y NECESSARY ? ) winotMt wtrt wiim-m " tivitics Dorothy is now employed as instructor at Quincy school day nursery. Change 111 Handbook Those who discarded theslippy-Joe sweater for white satin recently are Patricia Boyie. Joyce Green, Eva Butler! Joice Anderson, Betty Critchlow, Betty Forbes, and Lois Berlin. These brides are now listed as "out of circulation" in the Weber college handbook. During the holiday season, the navy blue and khaki alike rated with our coeds, and it is said the Saint Nick was "loaded" Christmas eve (with diamonds). Cleo Anderson, Elaine Dickson Margaret Badger, and Marjorie Jcrgenson are now flashing the news of the "future." Lois Bitton and Verl Graeser produly wear their hearts on the "third finger, left hand" these days. My chiei society snooper has also seen "that glow" about co- eds Miles, Collins and Hone. So the list grows larger by the evenings.If mention was not made of any truly smitten, war-weary cced, girls, please make your intentions clear and plainly label your man, for there are still some of us single women left. Papashvily Book Is Humorous An tobiography By Pat Jurgens One of the newer books to come out for the sheer purpose of entertaining its readers is Helen and George Papashvily's "Anything Can Happen." It is the brief autobiography of George Papashvily who came to this ccuntry from Georgia. I thought it was south of the Mason Dixon line too, but it appears that it is in Russia. George is a completely delightful person who is, strangely enough, an extremely honest person, and insists on remaining that way. There is the incident of some of his friends picking flowers in Central park regardless of the inevitable sign advising them to the contrary. George doesn't join in on the sport, but obligingly offers to hold the flowers picked by one of his friends ' While said friend ties his shoe. In this compromising situation, George is taken to jail for breaking the law. There is a la'wyer who will "fix" the charge fcr a nominal fee and alleviate the necessity of their serving a term in the local "jug." Spurning this accepted practice, George stands up for' his rights and convinces the judge of his innocence thus renewing out-faith in honesty being the best policy. Helps Uncle John George is a very loyal person. He stands by his friends through thick and thin. And some of his friends get down to pretty thin circumstances. There is the time in California when 'Uncle John, who isn't anybody's uncle really, is taken very ill and George helps run the lurich box business that Uncle John has worked up. Not knowing a thing about such matters, he has to rely pretty strongly on the ques-tionable wits of Uncle Johns feeble-minded assistant. All goes well. Too well! Some of the men begin taking two and three boxes every day. There is obviously some explanation, but George can't understand ihe whole thing, until at last the truth comes out. In every tenth box, the thoughful assistant has tucked a new crisp one dollar bill. George is an amazing person. This will be readily agreed upon by all who take the few hours out to dip into "Anything Can Happen." Besides good reading, there are some fascinating dishes that smack of the Russian, and water the palate of those of a susceptible nature and Wolicr War Brides Slc and Mrs. Rulon V. Call Lt. and Mrs. Glen R. Putnam - f 1 - New Uniforms For Pledges Being Planned. It was almost unbelievable, but Tiki Kapa Kapa pledges who isn't when it comes to appreciating such things? George doesn't use perfect grammar, but on him it looks good. His writing, that was done for him by his American wife, Helen, is set down exactly as it came from his lips; and being a foreigner, it is mar-velously garbled. But after all, for such an honest, loyal, and amazing person as George Papashvily, who cares? Casual Clothes Help Bond Sales if, - - fate Hi ' " " Spotlighted for Southern wear are the colorful rayon border prints adaptable to casual clothes. Anorth-of-the-border print distinguishes this simple, gathered skirt With .drawstring top. Soak up the sun in play clothes which you can make, and save to buy War Bonds. Patterns at local stores. v L S. Treasury Prtar'.mtnl i WEBER COLLEGE SIGNPOST Ranks saw an end to their misery and mistreatment, from members, after their eventful Frivolous. This was certainly a test of the pledge's determination to make good in the club. After the announcement of garlic and raw eggs, ony girl was allowed to drop, but they all stuck and "weathered the storm." A formal banquet will officially declare pledge, members, and uniforms willbe in order. Plans are now underway for their making and twelve new red dresses will adorn Weber's halls on coming Wednesdays. BUY MORE WAR BONDS All-Seasons Taffeta Dress Made at Home Big Help in Buying War Bonds This black and while taffeta dress has low-cut neckline and shirred bracelet-length sleeves outlined with ruffles of the checked skirt fabric. The girl who wears this dress won a college scholarship for outstanding work in the 4-H Club Clothing Achievement Contest. Make your owu clothes, too, and buy extra War Bonds with the money you save. Suitable patterns at local stores. U.S. Treasury DttarUnnt Baby Squaws Survive Inquisition Nineteen initiation-weary Papooses cf Otyokwa underwent the final gruelling evening of pledging when they were "frivol-oused" by the Squaws at the Institute of Religion Thursday, January 25. Attired in their paternal progenilor's long underwear, that amiable gentleman's shoes, garters, and a print dress on backwards, they embodied all that is chic in the world of fashion. After an entrancing evening of thd best indrah-ah-ah-ma, they were, one by one, escorted through the inner sanctum of Squaw ritual. Emerging from this den of horrors, happy and excited, ihey all agreed that "it wasn't bad at all"; and plunged into a hearty repast of ice cream and cake generously contributed by the members. After profuse thanks for the kind treatment received by the pledges, the members removed the thumb screws and sent them home. (Af ter the dishes were done, of course). The next item on the Otyokwa agenda will be the serious initiation which will be held in the near future. This marks the culmination of the castesystem in the club, and all members stand side by side ... or words to that effect. L, D. Pledges Get Bruised On Stairway La Dianaeda frivolous wa held Saturday evening, January 20, at the home cf Lucille and Louise Larsen. The traditionally difficult club examination was the beginning obstacle for the "pledges by the members. The pledges wre then blindfolded and led on hands and knees down a stairway which had been construction in the forrri of an obstacle course. When the blind-fold was removed the pledges discovered that a table had been set for a banquet. On Tuesday evening, January 23, a candle-light membership ceremony was held at the home of Mary Lou McCune with Opal Hone, president of L. D., officiating. After the ceremony, each new member was presented with a club pin. The banquet was served at Ede's place. Mrs. Clarice Hall, club advisor, was after-dinner speaker. The following pledges were made members: Marian Hickman, Arlene Breim, Elaine Dickson, Susie Clements, Mary Shewshuck, Pauline Edwards, Norma Newcomb, Vera Sherwood, Edna Miles, Betty Firth, Ruth Bertagnole, NaDene Ray, Yvonne Howard, Beth Lofgreen, and Anna Lou Giles. Prospective Cliaiiodoans Show Spirit Clad ill Ihe traditional black slocking and heavy brogans, Chanodo pledges paced the halls of the old Central building on Saturday, January 26, in club Frivolous activities. Under the direction of a pledge master, Elaine Rundquis;. Frivolous ceremony began at 7:30 p. m. and continued until the pledges expressed the feeling that they were thoroughly initiated into the ways of club life. Serious initiation ceremony will be held in the near future in the Institute of Religion under the direction of president Ann Taylor and adviser, Miss Marian T. Read. Chanodo club's new school project is the circulation of the Sign Post. Barbara West has been appointed circulation manager with all club members as staff members and typists. Pinafore Cast Entertains at Ogden High His majesty's ship, Pinafore, sailed to Ogden high school, Friday, Cfanuary 18, and the ensuing performance was witnessed by an audience comprised of the Ogden high school student body and many Weber college students.The ovation received by Burton, Garner, Hurst, and cast was similar to that of the first presentation at the Polygamist Prance. Despite the twoultra-successful performances, the Pinafore has made her last voyage due to the bulky scenery that is necessary, and also the expense of the costumes, espcially those ripped from Lawrence Burton's back. Congratulations to all who have worked in any way in the Pinafore. It WAS a success- In Defense Of "Jeans" By .Joan Allred Too long have fashion experts tilted their well-bred noses at lowly denim. Too long have fathers roared, "Get upstairs and take those' overalls off and put on a decent dress! No daughter of mine is going to run around this house looking like j Daniel Boone! Women of Weber, arise. Face the world in defense of your unofficial uniform, the stoutcopper-studded levis, with or without lumberjack shirt. Frontier pants have earned their place in the coed's wardrobe. Where else can she find wearing apparel better suited to outdoor life? Sturdier and nqater than slacks, jeans repel 'thorns and offer protection to any unfor tunate who may find herself j sliding down a rocky hill. Amply supplied with pockets, they hold everything from combs to K-rations and encourage the collection of geologic specimens. More protection against sunburn than shorts, they may still be rolled up to the knee for desired coolness. And they are equally well adapted to life indcors. They emerge undaunted 'and unbaggy from mornings their wearer has spent kneeling on the kitchen linoleum, sloshing mop-water in all directions, and they refuse to collect lint when she brushes the upholstery or does the dusting. What other garment can have a grimy hand wiped on it, in case of emergency, and look none the worse? Yes, and what better attire can a student choose for an evening at home with her Sinatra records or collectania cards than this same pair of jeans, which permit her to elevate hcv legs in the air with a wenderful combination of modesty and Gastronomical Gags Conclude Trials By Marye Larson Raw eggs, garlic, and men-tholatum sandwiches were blue plate specials served at, the girls clubs' frivolous last week After such indigestible ireats. from the members, each "lowly pledge" wondered if it were "worth it!" The members, however, derived much pleasure in testing pledge's "intestinal fortitude." "If pledges can take this," members exclaimed, "they're in!" This ordeal marks the last I plague of pledges from mem- 1 bers. A formal banquet will be offered as a "peace treaty" be- tween them and all will leave J as friends and members. Ruth Beluap Wins Honors in AWS T alent Roundup; 1 50 Enjoy Candlelight Tea Displaying an accomplishment as unsuspected as it was elianninjr, Kittlt IVImip walked away with honors at the A. W. S. talent roundup Friday evening, January 17. Patricia Critchlow, acting as Rulh Belnu Dear Oracle, With regard to your advice in the last issue of Signpost I have tried to join the nurse corps, but can't pass the physical. They tell ,rae I am in a generally .run-down condition with signs of eye-strain and bad nerves. This comes of spend- I ing so much of my time scan- j ning the horizon for signs of j men, and waiting at the tele- phone week after week, hoping someone will call. What shall I do? Hopeful Coed Dear Hopeful Coed, 1 Have you tried losing yourself in a career? Why not write a book you have plenty of material for a really unusual creation. Call it "How to Horrify Men and Remain Single." Dear Oracle, We know this is an unusual request, but we are writing from an air base in the Aleutians, and the fellows get bored just playing cribbage. Now what we want to know is could you please obtain a picture of the most beautiful girl at Weber and send it here to brighten the lives of a half-dozen lonesomeex-We-berites? Six Handsome Airmen Dear Handsome Airmen, Delighted! I will send you the picture as soon as possible. But it may take a short time. Doug Hooper says he can make me look exactly like a Varga girl. comfort? Their joy increases with age. The stronger . their scent of bygone campfire smoke, the more faded and worn they lock, the greater their appeal. Of course, there is always the question of glamour. But this fashion expert has observed that men are at best creatures of habit, and will consider their women beautiful in anything, if they see ii ofteil enough. Besides, remember what a lot of pecple loved Calamity Jane! D... Chosen as A. W. S. Talent (ueen , - BRAMWELL'S SALE CONTINUES Everything Must Be Sold By February 26th FURNITURE AND FIXTURES AT LESS THAN COST Bargains in-Every Department C.C.Anderson Co. Tlie Friend!) Store 2265 WASH. BLVD. master of ceremonies, introduced a score of potential actresses, pianists, and opera singers during the program, and finally presented Weber's newcomers to the audience. From such a glaxy of performers Ruth Belnap, with her vocal rendition cf Schubert's "Ave Maria," was chosen winner and awarded two sterling silver guard bracelets. Following the show a candlelight tea was held in the Institute of Religion. Daffodils and pink rosebuds made an effective centerpiece for the table. Dr. Dixon, as guest of honor, was the only male privileged to look upon the strictly feminine proceedings of the evening. Sees F L L Hear Pi LL TeLLi FILL if he gets a couple of months more practice In photographic camouflage. Dear Oracle, I'm a janitor. And something is worrying me. Keep this under your turban, but I think there are spies at Weber. Several times I have noticed shadowy figures slinking down the hall of the Central building: I hear strange tappings in the woodwork, and peculiar noises from nowhere (even after Burton, Hearst, and Garner have gone home for the day). Once I even saw a mysterious-looking woman standing behind the door of the chemistry lab, jotting down entries in a notebook. She was wearing a heavy veil, boots, a black satin dress, a Sam Brown, and two orchids. Do you think I should notify the F. B. I.? Suspicious Dear Suspicious, No, no, you fool! How do you think the Oracle sees all and knows all? Sitting behind a desk? 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