Page 2 CLARION March 2, 1976 lEJnitunal fag? THE CLARION ^t%r— stt. 1976 College Emergency Aid (March 2, 1976 Scholarship Day Editorial Used And Abused BY DEBI SHELTON It is wise for us to remember than when a privilege is abused it tends to be removed. Students of Brevard are fortunate to be in a vicinity of clear mountain streams, fresh air, and, for the most part, unaltered ancient beauty. We are also fortunate to have the privilege of seeking out Pisgah Forest as a refuge from the monotonous “hum-drum” college routine. Indeed, it is more than a privilege that the students are allowed to be themselves in the Forest and to take advantage of its peaceful solitude to “party.” Fortunately, the Forest Rangers un derstand the students’ need to feel free from certain pressures and do not interfere with our “Forest Parties.” For this we can be quite grateful. It is extremely sad, though, that the Forest must suffer in the consequences of our release. All too often, aluminum cans and bottles, not to mention all other types of trash, are carelessly tossed aside during the course of an evening. This trash detracts horribly from the natural beauty of the Forest.It would be quite a shame if we lost our privilege in the Forest simply because we are too irresponsible to clean up after ourselves. Please, keep this in mind and carry a paper bag for your trash. Do not leave it to rust or for some concerned environmentalist to come along and clean up for you. Pisgah Forest belongs to everyone, and certain few people do not have the right to destroy the beauty and serenity it offers. The CLARION The CLARION Brevard, N. C. 28712 Member of Associated Collegiate Press and In tercollegiate Press, Three-time winner of ACP’s First- Class Rating. Published during the college session by students of Brevard College. The opinions expressed in this periodical are those of the editorial board and not necessarily those of the College. Editor in Chief Editor Sports Editor Staff Adviser Public Relations Director Becky Jackson Debi Shelton Tom Horonzy Mary Butler, Bob Milhouse, Corene Bryant, Liz Rea Rhuemma C. Millei John Eversman Brevard College Scholarship Day 1976 brought 82 hopeful high school seniors from six states to the Brevard campus last weekend to compete for $7000 in scholarship awards. Included is Sandra Ann Montieth from Brevard High School. She is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Montieth of Brevard. Sandra’s brother Timothy Lee Montieth is a sophomore this year at Brevard College. Participation was up eighteen percent this year in the third annual running of the Scholarship Day event. An open invitation to all high school seniors with a “B” or better grade average brought students from both Carolinas, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi and Indiana. Those who arrived on campus Friday evening were guests of the College at Dunham Auditorium to hear the lecture by Senator Mark Hatfield of Oregon. Saturday, from right after break fast until mid-afternoon, the candidates were busied with tests and personal interviews with faculty members. They did take time out for lunch in the college cafeteria where during the meal, they heard more about the College from President Robert A. Davis and members of his staff. The winners will be announced in about two weeks. Awards this year will include two $1000 and several $500 tuition scholarships for the 1976-77 school year at Brevard College. S.U.L. News I The Brevard College S.U.L. met February 11 and discussed several matters of general in terest to the students. The new S. U. L. members were welcomed by Danny Arm strong. Lately, students have had complaints about the food in the cafeteria. The S. U. L. food committee met with Mrs. Cox and Mr. Hunt. Some im provements have been made. During the S.U.L. meeting held on February 18, the S.U.L. proposed that the fee for guests in the dorms be dropped to $1.00 without student linen and to $2.00 with school linen. Also, in this proposal there will be no charge for one’s immediate family; however, failure to register a guest will result in a $15.00 fine. This proposal has gone to the administration for approval. Mrs. Monroe has proposed that the S.U.L. sponsor a drive for the heart fund this spring. The date is yet to be decided. To Guatemala Earthquake Victims ATLANTA — In response to an urgent request from the Guatemalan Government telephoned from Guatemala City by William Salas, CARE Country Director there, the International Aid Agency is flying medical supplies, blankets and other emergency assistance to the helpless victims. An initial shipment already arrived from the U.S. includes 150,000 tetracycline capsules, 75,000 penicillin tablets, 2,500 vials of penicillin for in jections, and enough tetnus toxoid for 1,250 im munizations. In nearby Honduras, CARE’s staff has purchased 5,000 blankets, which have been flown to Guatemala City by the Honduran Air Force. CARE, which has on-going child feeding, medical, agricultural, and other self-help programs in Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua and other Latin American Countires, was on the spot and able to swing into immediate emergency action. Food commodities stockpiled by CARE for child feeding in Guatemala and neighboring countires are available as needed to be rushed in and distributed to the hungry. The President of Guatemala appointed his brother. Dr. Hans Laugerud as his personal liaison with CARE in organizing food distribution and other assistance. Dr. Laugerud and Mr. Salas made an aerial survey of the worst-affected areas outside Guatemala City. These include such towns as: Chimaltenango, Tactic, Salama, El Progresso, Rabinal, Zacapa, Patzicih and Joyabaj, some of which are almost totally destroyed. CARE overseas and local staff have already flown or driven into these areas to set up emergency feeding and assistance. The U. S. Ambassador has instructed the Peace Corps in Guatemala to make available all the volunteers CARE can use to speed help to the vic tims. CARE staff members in nearby countries will also be rushed in if necessary. With thousands dead, several times that injured and at least 100,000 homeless in Guatemala City alone, CARE’s Executive Director, Frank L. Goffio, today issued an urgent appeal for funds to continue CARE emergency aid to the quake victims and for crucial rehabilitation and reconstruction as soon as possible. Contributions may be sent to CARE Guatemala Earthquake Fund, 2581 Piedmong Road, N.E, Room 23-A, Atlanta, Georgia 30324. (Additional information may be obtained by contacting the Atlanta CARE Office - (404) 237-9501) • The first piano was manufactured in the United States in 1775 in Philadelphia.

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