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PAGE FOUR THE COMPASS march, 1961 Piano students being congratulated by Miss Evelyn A. Johnson, director of music at the College, and Mr. Joseph Daniels, College Orgaziist. Dr. Johnstone On "Our Chief Concern" Dr. Coragreene Johnstone, Head of the English Department, was speaker for Negro History Week program sponsored by the Social Studies De partment on February 16, 1961. She chose as her topic ‘’Our Chief Con cern.” Her speech emphasized the social protest of American writers and was centered around several outstanding poems by Negro authors. Among these were: George Moses Horton’s “On Liberty,” Dunbar’s “Sympathy” and Langston Hughes’ “Let America Be America Again.” Also Richard Wright’s “I Have Seen Black Hands.” Dr. Johnstone stated that Negroes have been writing protests of freedom and democracy for more than dred years, but that literature of the Negro, in its truest sense, is yet tc written. The challenge to college dents is to reaffirm the freedom and democracy of the Negro through larger participation in the affairs of today. Other numbers on the program eluded renditions by the Choir; scrip ture and prayer, Robert Wynn; a solo “Sweetest Song I Ever Heard,” Lenora Slade; and the introduction of the speaker, Lula Roberts. "Night of January 16th' To Be Presented Something new in theatricals will be the feature of the evening when the Dramatic Club presents “Night of January 16th” on May 2, to open the Fine Arts Festival. The subject of the play is a murder trial, and an unusual feature of the recruiting of twelve members of the audience to serve as jury. The jurors will be selected the night of the performance. They will listen to evidence and render the verdict which will depend which of the two endings written for the play will be used. Thus, the audience will take an integeral part in the play, for the jury will ge given the problem of dividing the guilt or innocence of the defendant. Not even the players the drama will know how the play will end until the jury brings in : verdict on the evening of May 2. Strictly speaking, “Night of January 16th” is a play without a heroine or a hero; rather each player is outstand ing. The story revolves around the question of whether or not Karen Audre, secretary of the late Bjorn Faulkner, Swedish Financier, com mitted a murder. “Announcement of the players who will take the various parts will be made later when try-outs have been completed and the cast selected,” stated Mrs. J. M Hoffler, Director of Dramatics. The Harpist Played The renown harpist, Aristid Von Wurtylu, played in Moore Hall Audi torium on February 4, 1961. He was presented by the Lyceum Series of the college. Mr. Von Wurtylu, who is a native of Germany, began the program with brief history of harps. He played works of Handel, Glinks, Tournus and others. In addition to these, Mr. Von Wurtylu played, “Rhapsodic komantique written by himself. His attendant, for one of the longer pieces was Miss Lenora Salde, a sophomore of this college. As an en core Mr. Von Wurtylu played the beautiful tune of “Smoke Gets in lifour Eyes.” This cultural and entertaining pre sentation by Mr. Von Wurtylu was enjoyed by all present. Assembly Hear Mr. Witherspoon Mr. W. C. Witherspoon, Principal of Marion Anderson High School, Belcross, North CaroUna, gave a very inspiring address during Assembly on February 2 in Moore Hall Auditori um. The topic was “A Great Time To Be Alive.” The speaker pointed out many in teresting facts concerning wisdom, war and responsibility. He stated that it is highly impossible for wisdom survive in what may be considered “self-centered life.” Wisdom is deeper than the intellect alone. Although many people may think of war as being a helpful factor, when it comes to building up certain phases of the world’s progress, the speaker declared, that war is detrimental and and is one sure way to tear down progress in a modern and scientific world. “Everyone,” he said, “should sometimes stop and asked himself— ‘Am I building up, or am I tearing down’?” Mr. Witherspoon emphasized the fact that everyone, and especially college students, should be ready and willing to accept responsibility; and that they should also strive to be strong. ‘You have no time to play; instead, you have a role in life that at one time or other you will have to ac cept,” were the final words of Mr. Witherspoon. WITH THE GREEKS AKA Sorority Observe Annual Founders Day Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority ob served its Annual Founders Day Pro gram on Sunday, February 19, 1961 the College Auditorium. The Founders Day Address was de livered by Soror Pauline Puryear, Personnel Counselor at Hampton Institute, Hampton, Virginia. Soror Puryear stated that the pur pose of the Founders Day is “To set forth convictions and goals of Sorori- and Fraternities.” She also stated the foundation principles of Greek letter organizations which are: Love, Brotherhood, Sisterhood, One for all, and all for each, and Loyalty. An other factor mentioned was that ‘These organizations have made impact on their immediate environ ment, and each has something offer.” Soror Puryear’s closing statement w£is “As Sorority and Fraternity mem bers, you have a great stake in tl future of America.” The program was climaxed with solo by Soror Patricia Duren. This was followed by the Greek Medley and the lighting of candles by Greek- Letter representatives. 'Y' Leader Urges Leadership Miss Ann Gardner, a prominent leader in the National Y, spoke Sun day, February 12, in the Lighthouse. She explained the divisions of the National YMCA and YWCA. Miss Gardner also analyzed the Y’s here on campus and made suggestions for their improvement. Her suggestions were to keep permanent records, to have a permanent place to meet, to promote membership and to divide members into cabinet and committees. The cabinet which she proposed would consist of a president, a vice president, a secretary, a treasurer and chairman of the different committees. She said that this would bring about a more effective and efficient YMCA and YWCA on the campus. Miss Gardner then went on to ex plain the procedure that should be used in the meetings. She said that instead of all members meeting week ly, the various committees should meet separately and discuss their par ticular projects under the leadership of the committee chairman. The Committee chairman in turn, meets with other members of the cabinet. This way when there is a general meeting too much time will not be spent on small details which concern members of only one committee. Miss Gardner closed her discussion by pointing out the purposes of the YMCA and YWCA. “They are,” to build character, to advance Chris tianity, and promote leadership.” Campus Visitors Costly Alterations “You plead guilty to stealing this man’s overcoat,” said the judge, “and now you want me to reduce your fine. Why?” “Please, your honor,” begged the man, ‘I had to have the sleeves short ened.” U Unscramble Answers (Continued from Page 3) ANSWERS TO U UNSCRAMBLE 1. KENNEDY 2. MARTIN LUTHER KING 3. CHARLOYNE HUNTER and HAMILTON HOLMES 4. AERONAUTICS 5. TOPHET 6. SAMUEL JOHNSON 7. AMPHIARTHROSIS 8. FEODOR IVANOVITCH (1873- 1939) 9. JERBOA 10. AUSTRALIA 11. MILLEPED 12. ERGOT 13. PRINCESS PHONE 14. CHARTRES Miss Ann Gardner, Y Leader, is shown with Miss Mildred C. Browne, speaker lor the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority. Honors Convocatinn (Continued from Page 1) vision from 1954-60. This cup will be presented to the student unit with highest grades. The student units participating are Bias Hall, Butler Hall, City students. Doles Hall, Symera Hall, and West Lodge. The cup will remain in the possession of the winning unit until next year when the competition will again be held. Another attraction of the “Honor’s Day Program” will be music furnish ed by students in the Music Depart- t and by Mr. Joseph Daniels, college organist. Dr. Wang (Continued from Page 3) 41; Editor-im Chief of the Free Press (Anti-Communist Chinese newspaper), Djakarta, Indonesia, 1951-56; Chair man and Professor of Political Science Department, Shansi Provincial Col lege of Commerce, Sian; and many others. Before coming to Elizabeth City State Teachers College 1959- 1961, he was Professor in the Depart ment of History and Political Science, Paul Quinn College, Waco, Texas. Writings of Dr. Wang include hun dreds of magazine and newspaper articles written in Chinese. He wrote “Dissolution of the British Parliament, 1832-1931,” Columbia University Press, 1934, and numerous others. He holds membership in the follow ing professional organizations: Ameri can Political Science Association, 1726 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W., Washington 6, D.C. Association for Asian Studies, P. O. Box 2067, Ann Arbor Michigan; Association of Teachers of Chinese Language and Culture in American Colleges and Universities, 125 East 65th Street, New York 21, New York. The college family extends to Dr. Chi Kao Wang a most sincere welh come to the campus of Elizabeth City State Teachers College. You Impress Me You impress me with your eyes of blue And with your pretty smile. You impress me with your words so true And with your lovely style. 1 blush when I speak of you kindly. Blush when I hear your name. 1 blush for I love you divinely. Though it was not my aim. You impress me with your mode of dress And with your lifted brow. You impress me with your games of chess I see that you know how. —Theresa Hall Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Observes Finer Womanhood Program The Zeta Phi Beta Sorority gave its annual Finer Womanhood Program Sunday, February 12, 1961. This event marked the beginning of the Annual Finer Womanhood Week. Dr. Mildred C. Boone, 2nd Anti Basileus of the organization and a Psychiatric Social Worker at the Central State Hospital of Petersburg, Virginia, was the speaker. Dr. Boone’s subject was “A Sense of Value.” Several ideas she men tioned were: (1) Students should learn things that can be applied to their everyday life. (2) One should accept religion as a part of her daily life and not as something that should be restricted to Sundays. (3) She also emphasized “Know Thyself.” The program was climaxed by a duet by Mrs. Peggie N. Hedgebeth alumnus, accompanied by Miss Susie Keele, member of the sorority. After the program the members of the sorority gave a Blue and White Tea in the Lighthouse. DST Luncheon Honors Founders Sorors of the Elizabeth City Alum nae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Incorporated, held a Luncheon in honor of their founders at Robbins Motel, Edenton, North Carolina on February 11. Among the guests were members of the Delta Chi Chapter. The theme of the Luncheon pro gram was; Appraising Values for a Creative Life in Freedom and Dignity. Toast mistress Dorothy Walker and Soror Lillian Sugg, president, wel comed the guests and emphasized the significance of the occasion. An original skit presented by Edenton and Hertford members of the Chapter was beautiful and impressive. An appetizing menu, good music- vocal and instrumental—and greetings from a number of visiting sorors made the afternoon delightLul. I Like You, My Love I like the gleam in the eyes of you. The Smile upon your face: 1 like the words from your lips so The way each falls in place. Chorus: I like you in both my thoughts and themes. Yes, 1 like you, my love. I like you in both my heart and dreams. Yes, I like you, my love. I like the pause of your hand in mine, Your glance so calm and sweet. I like the traits which have made you fine. And the tread of your feet. Typewriter Contest (Continued from Page 1) The College is providing two awards of aid toward expenses of education at Elizabeth City State Teachers College. The first is $125.00; SNEA Members Attend Winter Conference Six students who are members of the Student National Education As sociation attended the Winter Con ference which was held at St. Augus tine’s College in Ralejgh, North Carolina, February 18. These students were: Erma Daniels, Rosa Tumage, Shirley Sims, Ralph Glover, Clarence E. Biggs, and George Kitchen. Dr. G. H. Walker, Head of the Area of Education, accompanied the group. Several topics pertaining to the field of teaching were discussed. Some of these were: Teacher Certifi cation, Teacher Selection, The Pro fessional Teacher and The Retention of Teachers. Some of the points emphasized were—the classroom teacher should be selected on his ability to perform; the good teacher is a conpetent teach er; he is also a scholar in the teach ing-learning profession. It was also stated that a good teacher has several methoos by which he motivates his students. Delegates from the P. W. Moore Chapter of the Student N. E. A. are benefited greatly from the Conference. the second is $75.00. These will be awarded according to order of ac ceptance by the four Seniors ranking highest in the Northeastern District Typewriting Contest.
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