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VOL. LX. NO. « RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA 27611 OCTOBER 14,
Intrigue and Controversy: Meredith has both
1981
audience about the new
definition of espimage and
about the fact that any
government worker in a
position of trust is liable to the
same penalties as he. Snepp
also reiterated that his bode
contained no confidential
information. Furthermore, he
retains his belief in the need
Creating
for a strong CIA • especially as
the agency recovers from
Turner's mismanagement.
Snepp concluded by saying
that the country was harmed
just as much as he by the
Supreme Court's decision
against First Amendment
rights.
the
right impression
by Lisa Sorrels
(Warning: This article has not
been cleared by the CIA. •
Ed.)
Stating that his topic was
that of a fantasy world which
would make the listener
angry, Frank Snepp, III,
blistered his way through the
October Convocation. Before
he could discuss his case with
the Justice Department and
the ensuing stru^le for First
Amendment rights, he
delivered a disconcerting
account of CIA ineptitu^
since the early 1970’s.
Snepp explained that the
trouble began back in 1973
when James Schlesinger
began the "family jewels," a
tick list which stemmed from
by Joy Hundley
The Super A’s were
victorious once again as the
football intramurals came to a
close Tuesday, the sixth of
October. After two days of
fierce competitiwi Jo Fusser,
What do an unmarried
prince, a beautiful young
princess, a castle of long ago,
and a pea have in common? A
fairy tale, of course! “Once
Upon a Mattress", a modern
adaptation of ‘‘The Princess
and the Pea”, was presented
by the Department of Music
and the Performing Arts last
Thursday, Friday. Saturday,
and Sunday in Jones
Auditorium. With all the flair
and pageantry that usually
accompanies such
productions, the cast sang and
danced its way through this
musical comedy. The classic
situation of a "once-upon-a-
time” kingdom was
presented: an overbearing
queen and a mute king have a
son who is of age to marry, yet
a suitable wife cannot be
found for him. To further
complicate matters, no one in
the kingdom can marry before
the prince does so. The
situation looks hopeless until
the arrival of one last
princess. The overbearing
Queen Aggravain, portrayed
by Phyllis Stallings,
dominated King Sextimus
(Rowell Gormon) and Prince
Dauntless (Jeff Hill) and
disapproved of every eligible
princess in the kingdom,
especially of Princess
Winnefred, portrayed by
the CIA’s involvement with
Watergate. Thus for the first
time since 1947 the agency's
mistakes were open to
scrutiny. This idea of
congr^sional investigation
was new because the CIA had
never been required to give
true accountability for its
actions.
The actual destruction of
the CIA mystique occurred
when Richard Helms violated
the gentlemen's agreement
between the CIA and the
Justice Department. Helms’
tactic, now known as
p'aymall, can longer be used •
according to new guidelines
(which are presently held in
limbo by the Reagan
administration).
Myrtle Turner, Carol Griffin,
Dabney Chakales, Clare Lynn
Brock, Mary Stone and Alisa
Robertson, otherwise known
as the Super A’s, emerged as
the champions. Over fifteen
teams competed in the doutde
Wendy Stanley. Devising a
sensitivity test she thought no
one could pass. Queen
Aggravain placed a tiny pea
under a stack of twenty
mattresses. If Princess
Winnefred were unable to
sleep on the mattresses, she
would be sensitive enough to
marry Prince Dauntless.
Much to Aggravain’s dismay,
and with much help from the
Prince’s friends. Winnefred
passed the test.
Wendy Stanley portrayed
Princess Winnefred superbly,
winning the audience with her
wife-eyed innocence and
excellent performances of
such songs as "Shy" and
‘Happily Ever After". Phyllis
Stallings portrayed the
devious Queen Aggravain
with confidence and expertise,
while Rowell Gormon
splendidly played the part of
King Sextimus. MartyPurvis
and Timothy Gordon gave
beautiful performances of the
songs ‘‘In A Little While" and
“Yesterday I Loved You" as
Lady Larkcn and Sir Harry.
The orcheslra, under the
leadership of Richard
Southwick, gave an excellent
performiince, providing Jhe
flnal prufessional touch to a
successful musical
production.
Snepp’s book. Decent
Interval, was not the only such
book on CIA activities written
by a former CIA employee.
There have been both
complimentary and
uncomplimentary books by
former agents. But Decent
Interval appeared Just as
Stansfield Turner was
"naively" cleaning house at
the agency. The timing of the
publication made Snepp an
“almost inevitable whipping
boy.”
Even while recounting the
failures of the agency to meet
the world’s latest crises,
Snepp affirmed the need for
the Freedom of Information
Act and for congressional
oversight. He warned his
elimination tournament which
began Monday, October fifth
at 4 o’clock. Thanks to Mr.
Simmons of the maintenance
department, play was
cmducted on two lined off
fidds. The championship
game was played on field one
between the Super A’s and
Soft Touch. It remained
extremely close until the
second half when the Super
A’s managed to score the
winning touchdown. The air
was filled with enthusiasm as
MRA awarded the winning
team members tickets to the
State Fair. Everyone
participating seemed to have
a wcmderful time, but it would
not have been possible without
the help of Dr. Page, Dr,
Stewart, Nancy Sparlu, Julie
Hennis, Mary Stone, Faye
Bryant, Jil Humberger and
numerous others I have failed
to mention. A special thanks is
extended to Mr. Simmons and
Mr. Crowal of Raleigh
Broughton High School for the
necessary equipment. All in
all, this year’s football
intramural program was a
trememdous success.
by Melody West
When you are getting
ready for a job interview,
remember that the way you
are dressed may create either
a favorable or an unfavorable
impression on your
prospective employer,
Perhaps you should read
through The Women’s Dress
for Success Book by John T.
Malloy. Until you do,
however, here are some
excerpts from that book which
may be helpful when choosing
an outfit for your interview.
... Cho(xse a conservative
skirted suit or dress,
preferably in blues, greys, or
browns. A tailored blazer
should be worn to give an
authoritarian look. Clothes
should be tailored and
conservative, no ruffles or
frills.
... Blouses should be in soft
colors, conservative neckline,
bow. or tailored collar with
by Betty Meeler
On Wednesday,
September 30, Kappa Nu
Sigma, Meredith’s scholastic
honor society, met for its fall
induction ceremonies, Ka|^)a
Nu Sigma is based on beauty,
sound mindedness, and
intelligence; membership is
determined by grade point
average. Each year, the
society also presents the
Helen Price Scholarship to the
scarf or ascot.
... Always wear neutral
colored hose, never colors or
textured hose. Never, never,
never have a run.
Wear cIosed>toed
conservative shoes; never
wear trendy shoes.
... Jewelry should be quiet
and simple.
... Makeup should be natural
looking and conservative. Use
neutral color or clear nail
polish.
... Always carry a brief case
or portfolio, not a handbag.
For on campus interviews,
you don't need to carry
anything.
... Cologne should be very
subtle if worn at all. Never
leave the scent following you.
... Clothes should be clean
and neatly pressed, hem
straight.
... Never wear anything too
short, too long, too clingy, too
sexy, or too low cut.
sophomore and junior with the
highest average in their class.
This year's scholarship
recipients were sophomore
Lori Finch and junior Kristina
Young. Inducted were seniors
Alice Boyer, Lucille Caison,
Nancy W. Carolan, Gretchen
Derda, Anne Earp, Anne W.
Edwards, Ellen Flippen,
Susan Foster, and Lynn
Powell, and faculty members
Carol Kepler and Teresa
Cross.
Student interest in
Christian Fellowship strong
We have sorted through
all the survey information
from the early part of the
semester and have found that
many people on campus are
interested in a Christian
Fellowship. Meredith
Christian Association is
making plans to begin a
Fellowship group. Plans are
to begin the group on Tuesday,
November 3, at 6:30. The
group will then meet every-
other week. We need some
help from those of you who are
willing to contribute yoru
talents (music, speaking,
organization, etc.). On
Thuesday, October 22, we will
have a meeting in Ginger
Barfield’s office on 1st
Heilmanat 5:30. This will be a
time for you to have some
input into the organization of
the group and to volunteer
your services and talents. We
are excited abut the reality of
an opportunity for informal
Christian fellowship at
Meredith. Come and share our
excitement as we make plans!
Too Ji^nson (828-3808)
Manning Winslow {828*0982)
Ginger Barfield (ext. 3S7)
P.S. If you have suggestiwis
or want to help but can't be at
the planning meeting, cail one
of us or leave your name with
Martha Anderson in the
Campus Minister’s Office.
Super A’s run away with
Football Intramurals
Musical farce:
Smashing success
Kappa Nu Sigma
inductions