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Show Page 2 WEBER COLLEGE SIGNPOST Friday, October 25, 1946 Spirit, in Weber? What is the reason for the lagging spirit in our school? This sad situation continues, and it's high time somebody took action! In whose name can the responsibility be placed Spirit lagging? Possibly. Could it be that the entertainment committee is at fault? Perhaps we have in our midst a group of juvenile underlings. Yes, there are still some boys and girls of the younger set that have not been able to adapt themselves to the more advanced stages of social behavior. It would be very helpful if etiquette and manners were a subject in our school. Some people believe school is a place for flirtations, frivolities, and good times. Naturally, we should have fun, but we must realize that today, more than ever, the majority of students attending W. C. are here for a definite purpose. Their goal is to receive as much education as possible with the shortest expenditure of time. Is there any laxity of spirit amongst a group of students who know one another? No! Definitely not! Do we, as students know one another? Again, definitely not! Theh Flaming W Hike'' and the "Get Acquainted Dance" were held for this purpose. Yes, there were good times, laughter, gayety and a lot of disappointment ! At the "Get Acquainted Dance" one of our fellow students, in all good faith, tried to arouse a little enthusiasm in getting the students acquainted with one another. He suggested that the boys throw one of their shoes into the center of the floor and have the girls fetch them and dance with their owner. The idea was basically sound and of good origin, but the girls made sure they picked the shoe of their date, thus spoiling their chances of meeting any new friends! (They weren't going to get stranded, that was for sure!) Spirit! There's an example. A suggestion is now in order after all this gloomy talk. Let's really get acquainted and then we can build up a student body with as much spirit as any school in the country. Why not have "Tag Dances"? These dances will give the girls as well as the boys a break and will also create new friendships for everyone! WHY NOT TRY A "TAG DANCE" AND SEE HOW MANY ACQUAINTENCES WE ALL WILL MAKE? The Team Needs 15 The time has come for Weber's students to redeem themselves in the eyes of their football squad. That we need redeeming, for our lack of spirit, we cannot doubt or deny. Two home games are yet in the offing; these can easily be won by a team which is enthusiastically supported That is our part, our duty and our privilege as students of this institution. Our team has had to fight hard this season to hold its own in two games and take the other. Let's make their task less burdensome get out and root! Perhaps we are incapable of expressing our emotions or worse yet, perhaps we have none. We must take our pick, for we definitely lack something. At our next home game a mimeograph copy of some of our school yells will be enclosed with the regular programs sold at the stadium. In this way we hope to rouse some spirit in both the student and non-student personnel in attendance at the games. The cheerleaders will be sporting a little loud speaker system of their own, with which they will be better able to announce the yells. If there are other ideas for the improvement of our spirit, being batted around in local bull sessions, let's put them to work. Weber Signpost Policies A paper of this type is often the last voice in student affairs, as it is compiled for all concerned. Thus, a college paper must originate in the minds of students the policy must originate there also. In past years, it has been the policy to adhere to a set of puritanic, yet invisible rules. A decided change was instituted in the first issue. The present policy is one of student origin. Returned veterans and the trend of time dictate advisability of such a policy. It will not be personally offensive, nor will it be morally corrupt. Ham stringing from any section will be avoided. A vein of muffing certain events has been prevelant in many college papers, but this one will have to be the exception to the rule. The trait of calling a spade a spade will be closely followed. Popular opinion will be carefully noted and transcribed in our columns. It is not a paper's privilege to determine right or wrong, but merely to accurately record that which occurs in campus life. Your editorial staff is highly aware of its position and will strive to stay within its bounds. The Signpost is a student organ, any member of the student body or faculty is at liberty to submit their respective complaints to us at any time. The public forum is a powerful unit within any paper, and can be used to any advantage by the readers. Your participation is sincerely solicited. The Signpost Editorial Office 402 Moench Building Published Semi-Monthly by the Students of Weber College. Member Associated Colle&iate Press Editor Henry Galbraith Business Manager Robert H. Odenthal Asst. Editor '. Darrell S. Willey Front page Robert H. Odenthal Editorial page Howard E. Wright Society page Erma Harris Sport page J. R. Allred Circulation Manager Adona Call Assistant Circulation Manager Don Simmons Exchange Editor Darlene Medell Assistant Business Manager Stu Cramer Editorial Advisor L. C. Evans Business Advisor C. Wilson Photography Fred Rabe Art Billy Johnson Reporters: Edgar Denny, Nancy Beach, Hess Nelson, Cap Ricks. Winn Richards, Philip Tunks, Dolores Moon and Wilma Harris. thletics, Pretty Women Bring Hoosier to Weber By HOWARD E. WRIGHT A typical example of "foreigners" in Weber college, is Don Brenneman, from Marion, Indiana. Perhaps the foremost question in the minds of the localites, when speaking to an out-of-state student, is "How did you happen to choose Weber." Don's answer is the same as many other veterans. He met come one in the service who formerly attended Weber. In the Hoosier's case, Ferron C. Lossee did the talking that persuaded the Indiana lad to attend this college, set in the foothills of the Rocky mountains. Another attraction that brought- Don here was Utah s repuation of having beautiful women. (That wi.l be a good nickle please.) He says he is on the look-out for one Done is 22 years old and was graduated from the Marion high school in June, 1942. While in prison as some high schools surely are, he played golf, basketball, track, tennis and football. However, his greatest love is swimming and for that reason he is here. The ex-navy man will coach Weber's swimming team during the present school year, with his experience, Don is fully capable of undertaking this hard task. We expect to hear great things from the "Paddlers." It has been mentioned that the Weberite in this story is an ex-navy man, so here are the details concerning his time in the service. He enlisted in the navy in September, 1942, along with two other buddies. As for these other two Hoosiers, all I shall say is that the same happened to the trio that happened to many other like them. They were soon separated. Befuddled By Muddle Hello again. Seems we're back with a few more ancient jokes (?) to tell. Complaints, that's all we get. Look fellows, is it our fault you get your knees wet while you're trying to get a drink out of the fountains in the central building? What if they were originally Intended for grade school kids? Everybody knows you're all big boys now and you can just ignore the water on the floor. (It says here.) No, Mamma, I'm not hungry. I just finished eating the raisins off the fly paper. Some folks think that fleas are black, But I don't think that's so. Cuz Mary had a little lamb With fleas as white as snow. Bob Lossee: "While we're sitting in the moonlight I'd like to ask you something." Mary Bingham: "Yes dear?" Bob: "Could you move over I'm sitting on a nail!" A couple of Biology students were discussing their lesson. One commented that the muscles were 94 per cent water. An inquisitive Weberite asked "Then what makes muscles hard?" "They freeze," was the prompt reply. The joke doesn't stop here. When this was told to a co-ed, she said "I think I will give all the boys the cold shoulder so they will have strong arms." We refuse to take the blame for the above paragraph. Send all your nasty letters to Howard Wright. He wrote it, honest! When a boy breaks a date, he generally has to; when a girls breaks a date, she generally has two. Incidentally, we're told that a girl's promise to be on time carries a lot of wait. Speaking of dates and stuff, there's a big dance tonight and fellows it's up to you to make it a success. If you haven't already got your date get one, and let's see you at the Halloween party! WELCOME BACK WEBER STUDENTS EGYPTIAN Now Showing "HOME, SWEET HOMICIDE" - PLUS "HER ADVENTUROUS NIGHT" - STARTS SUNDAY A Riotous Romantic Romp! BALL BRENT JLOVfR. COMEBACK PLUS ! r Don first was stationed in Texas, then San Diego and finally Honolulu. His swimming and coaching ability was discovered soon after entering the service and the remaining three and a half years were spent in his favorite pastime. His story of how he became a swimmer is interesting. When a youngster of six, he used to go fishing along the banks of Indiana streams. Since his father said Don was too young to learn to swim at the YMCA, the boy decided to learn on his own and he soon was breaking the silence of these cool Hoosier streams with his childish efforts to swim. As time went on these "childish efforts" became well co-ordinated strokes. Soon he was swimming at the "Y" and doing a good job of it. To make a long story short, Don became good enough to instruct classes and manage the Marion outdoor pool during his last summer in Marion. Some of our Weber veterans can boast of dancing with movie stars, but how many can say they swam with Esther Williams ? Yes, Don has met several Hollywood celebrities and has photos to prove it. Enough of this wordy fable. We are glad to have you Don, and all you veterans, too. Hope you enjoy your stay in the traditional halls of Weber college. Librarian Urges Students Use Facilities in Weber's Among the things for which Weber college is best known is her library. It is known to be one of the best in Utah, and its value to the students of this school is often under-estimated, said Miss Eva Browning, head librarian. Our library has proved in the past its ability to shoulder responsibilities and problems that arise out of an institution of this size. This year the librarians have shown their efficiency in the way they have handled the increased student population and the book shortage.By providing an extra room the library has given those students who wish to study in large groups, a place where they may meet o prepare skits and speeches and also to rehearse for assembly programs. Lambda Delta Announces New Officers Officers for Lambda Delta Sigma, L. D. S. Institute of Religion social unit, were elected October 3, at the unit's first regular meeting in the institute building. Karma Hinchcliff was elected president of the women's chapter. Connie Reid was elected vice president with LaRae Anderson, secretary and Cleone Randall, treasurer. The men's chapter of Lambda Delta Sigma elected Laurence Burton, president; Lew Cook, vice president; Don Russell, secretary; Le-Roy Madson, treasurer; Reed Storey, reporter; and Larry Williamson, fireside director. According to institute director Nicholas Van Alfen, there will be a record membership this year of 150 in the combined units with 95 in the women's chapter and 55 in the men's chapter. A full year of social and religious activities has been an nounced by Lambda Delta Sigma officers. The first event of the year was a "Get Acquainted" dinner at the institute building on Oct. 14, given by Mr. Van Alfen for Institute Sunday school and Lambda Delta Sigma officers. A pledging ceremony for the 95 pi!!llllll!!lIIIIIIHIIIII!ll!linilll!!!lll!lll!!!!lll!!l!!lll!l!ll!!H!!l!l!ll! Compliments of SMALLEY BROS. JEWELERS 2479 Washington Blvd. Dial 9341 Ace Photo Service 328 Twenty-fourth St . Dial 2-5184 Ogden, Utah Dark Room Supplies I EVERYTHING PHOTOGRAPHIC Weber's Forum Dear Editor: Our policy in the past has been for members of clubs to select their own members. Recently, faculty members have advised girls' clubs to invite all unaffiliated girls to our teas. This involves money as each girl must dig into her pocket to clear costs entailed. Somehow, certain girls have been told that if they were invited, it insured membership within the club acting as hosts. This may cause some girls to feel inferior to others because all cannot be admitted to clubs. Would it be possible for clubs to administer their affairs in the manner set by tradition? A Club Member. Dear Club Member, Perhaps the printing of this letter will serve the purpose you wish. Editor. Dear Editor: I read your vets' column in the last issue and was quite satisfied with it. I think it was the very thing we needed. It saves lots of hours formerly spent galloping from bulletin board to bulletin board. I have only one kick! Where do you find this guy Denny? I spent all last week trying to track him down but he apparently doesn't leave any tracks. Signed, Private 'X' Dear Private: Though nearly invisible and often faltering, his tracks between the hours of 2:00 and 3:30 on Monday and Wednesday usually lead to the Signpost office room 402, or to room 213 in the Moench building. Editor. Library In regards to the book shortage, one should consider there is a 300 per cent rise in student population and only a 20 per cent rise in the output of books. The library "d with this problem by putting on reserve books which students have found almost impossible to obtain.For students not already acquainted with the workings of the library, it is divided into five sections. On the third floor of the Moench building will be found the reserve library, the group study room, the reference room, and the periodical library. The circulation library may be found on the second floor of the library. Students will always find the library staff in any of these rooms ready and willing to help. new members was held Thursday, Oct. 17. A talk "Divorce" was given by Herbert E. Schiller, prominent Salt Lake Oity judge, who was the featured speaker of the pledging ceremony. Following Judge Schiller's talk the new members were pledged in a traditional candle light ceremony. "Almost one hundred institute students were welcomed into the organization as pledgees," unit officials stated. An invitation to all members and pledgees to attend a Halloween party at the institute on Oct. 31 has been extended by Lambda Delta Sigma officers. "The party will be carried out in real Halloween fashion and we promise that everyone will have a good time," the officers said. "As the plans for this affair are still 'on the fire' all details will be announced later," they stated. Weber C. Musettes Plan Full Year The Musettes, a choral group instructed by J. Clair Anderson, plan a full schedule of activities for the present school year. Dates have been set for social gatherings, luncheon clubs and church programs. i. '.. . .. Out-of-State Students Express Opinions Of Weber Jr. College By CAP RICKS Gallup'n around the campus this week, the guys and gals from out of state registered some of their likes and dislikes. For the most part the criticisms chalked up were not for the school but against the state, and Ogden. The bigger part of the students liked Weber . . . thought it could be improved. The lab's were too large and crowded, though two weeks ago President Dixon said this would be remedied; perhaps, before long, this condition will cease to exist, and these would-be gripers will settle with being happy that college is available to them. Both fellas and girls said that as-f tor Utah, and Ogden, they liked the hospitality shown them here, which to Ogdenites is a feather in the cap. As one would expect in this type survey, the fellas definitely didn't like the beer 3.2 wasn't what they had at home. The liquor situation didn't set well either; with ration cards and limited supplies. This was a headache for one New Yorker who could walk into a bar anytime without having to take his dinner with him. Liquor, by and large, was seldom mentioned.The parents, who are trying to raise and start a family within the shadows of Weber, stated a "like" for Ogden. They approved of the spirit in and around the school, and of the considerations given them by the faculty, who contend with letting Joe Blow out early for work. These people are to be admired for they have shown what they want and by all aspects they are out to get it. Jobs were plentiful for anyone who wanted to go look. This was a factor not to be overlooked for the "I do" section, the chance for self-expression was prevalent. Noses had a holiday and could poke in any direction they wanted. The Wild-Cats scored; as one coast man put it, "The gals they're more sociable than the one In L. A." Flggured that dates were easier to pull. The women hinted that they liked the men, but hint was all. From this it looked as if everyone concerned got in all they could handle on 65 dollars. Dislikes ran wild on a few counts, when "No cultural advantages" and "Few opportunities" were brought forth. Students from the larger cities couldn't trundle down and see Moss Hart's latest, or peek in at another showing of "Show i:iMiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiMiiiiitiniiiiiiiiiuiiiiiiiiiiMiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiitiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiitiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiit QUICK SERVICE The Rodeo Grill 372 - 25th Street OPEN 24 HOURS A DAY 10iIII!!ll!l!!llllIlM!llllll!lll!lllll!ll!!ll!ll!llllillll!IU CHRISTMAS SPECIAL 6 3x5 Photographhs in Folders ) All 1 8x10 in Natural Color for 4 Poses to Ohoose From ) $8.00 Rabe Studio Mezzanine J. C. Penney Co. I A 25 DISCOUNT TO ALL WEBER COLLEGE STUDENTS ifIIlUIU!illlll!llllll!lllllllllllill!l!llllll!l!llllllll!lllilllllllll!!l!lll!llinilll Even good old Sears" still can't sell you quite all of the "hard, to-get" things on your "must" list nylons for instance. But you'd be surprised how many so-called "ungertable" items you con get at Searsif you happen to be Johnny on the spot when they arrive. Surprise shipments are coming in almost daily. But we have no way of knowing what, when or how much of this "just ain't" merchandise we are going to get so, naturally, we can't anticipate it in our advertising. Your best bet is to kep in close, personal contact with our store daily, if possible. Browsing Through Sean Is the surest way to break your "do-without" fast FAST! SEARS ROEBUCK & CO. 2229 Washington Blvd. Dial 2-7160 Boat," though these were scattered. As it stands the majority are pretty well satisfied with Ogden . . . its large enough to move in and small enough to move in a hurry. Opportunities to some represented big business, advancement, and perhaps a chance to settle. One ex-G. I. put it this way "It's strictly a home town school," but from his way of laying it down, there wasn't too much to worry about. He liked it. Wanted: Someone To Read This Wanted : One portable dressing room for football players who find it necessary to change clothes on the field during a game. Wanted: Road map showing location of pencil sharpeners. Wanted: Typewriter that knows how to spell. Contact any member of Signpost staff. Wanted: Ski lift for those who must walk up the 25th street hill. Will Trade one set of well-worn knee pads, to be used to get low enough to drink from the fountains in the central building, for one high-powered bulldozer to push open the doors in the Moench building.Wanted: More dates! Weber college girls. Wanted: Operator for gas mask booth to be Installed at entrance to Moench building. Good business prospects. Plenty of customers guaranteed. Wanted: One load of non-skid gravel for distribution on unexpected declines in the not-too-level hall floors. FINE FOODS I H H a H M Phone 2-9644 M H S H X ALSO LATEST NEWS 4 |