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Page MAROON AND GOLD FebruaTy r6> 1928 PUBLISHED BY THE STUDENTS OF ELON COLLEGE '^&4SS0O^ Entered at the Post-OfBce at Elon College, N. C., aa Second-Class Matter. TWO DOLLARS PER COLLEGE YEAB STAFF Editorial Staff Paul G, Hook, ’28 EditoT-in_CMef C. W. Kipka, >29 : Managing Editor G. D. Coldough, ’26 AlumBi Editor Business Staff G. E. Bing, ’29 Business Manager P B Sawyer ’29 Assistant Business Manager W. p. Lawrcnce. Jr7 ’29 Advertising Manager II. E. Shepherd, ’29 Assistant Advertising Manager Circulation Staff 0. P. Thompson, ’29, Manager Jewell Truitt, ’29 focil Cox, ’29 G. F. Womble, ’29 ■ T. B. Brown, ’29 Reporters’ Club Frances Turner, '28. President Esther Brooksliire, ^28 David Shepherd, ’29 R. G. Davis, ’29 Margaret Moffit, ’28 H. T. Efird, ’29 Maurice Carrow, ’31 Howard Smith, '31 K. B. Hook. ’31 J. W. Barney Faculty Advisee ADVERTISING RATES UPON REQUEST All articles for publication must be in the tands of the Managing Editor by 12:00 M., Monday. Articles received from an unknown source will not be published. IS ST. VALENTINE GUILTY? A certain ancient Catholic because of his fond and doting nature became known as the patron saint of those who are moon struck or afflicted with puppy-love. The thoughts inspired by this good St. Valentine have caused the timid and quaking callow youths of this section to walk right into the midst of a bevy of coeds. His inspiration has caused the tongue-tied to speak with fluency and possible truth. It has caused young ladies to embark upon the stormy sea of matrimony and .to prove their undying love for their partners by trusting them to stay at home and look after the housework. It has caused them to worship some mere man,, a worship which they have proved by setting before him thrice daily a burnt offering and also by causing to ascend to his nostrils the incense of talcum powders. St. Valentine is also accused of inspiring much alleged poetry—poetry than which none is sweeter, though much may have a better meter— Ah ! the spell of this bearded muse is coming upon me now. Some say the wise win Beauty’s love, But gravely, now, I doubt it. And say to love with a lover’s love A girl you could love without it. —X-Ray. —EC— THE FIGHTING SPIRIT The habit of fighting among college athletes is becoming entirely too common. This practice is not only dangerous to the participants, but is offensive to the spectators, and if practiced, will bring disgrace upon the name of any institution. The fellow who, in a fit of anger, forgets himself and the good name of his institution, and plunges into a fistic battle with his opponent, not only shocks the spectators who are there to w’itness an exhibition of clean sportsmanship, but he casts reflection on the name of the college he represents. It is time for the student body of any institution to openly condemn the athlete who allows his anger to lead him into a com bat with his opponents regardless of how reasonable the cause may seem. If we approve such practice, we are seeking to destroy an element of our own culture, and possibly its most important element. As long as physical combat is looked upon as justifiable, it will al- wavs have its fascination. But when it is looked upon as vulgar, it will cease to be tolerated. C. C. F. —E C— OUR TRUSTEES A really wide aw^ake college which affords opportunities such as Elon does is a thing to be proud of. When we think of any great institution of learning, we may stop, wonder' and think. What is the backing? What foundation made this possible. It is then that our minds think of that body of men—the board of trustees—to whom we should be everlastingly grateful. Their personality and influence are wide spread, and we always welcome them here on our campus. W^e hope that Elon is a true realization of their dreams. May her men and women be worthy servants of God as they go out into the W'orld to undertake the tasks of life. Trustee members, we are thrnkful for all that you have done for our college in the past, and for all that you ard doing now, and we feel sure that your memory will long be cherished in our hearts as men who dared to do. C. C. F. —E C— IS BUMMING A SPORT? The Sunday issue of the Greensboro Daily News carried an article by Mr. John W. Autry, of Burlington, N. C., entitled “In Defense of the College Boy.” Mr. Autry displayed a superiority complex that is prevalent among college students. n ' manners of the student who is dependent upon t e P’' , , transportation he says: “Bummers are inere y e gt ■ motorist, and are not supposed to talk unless ques lone . ther stated that it is the duty of the motorist to entertaiii his • This young gentleman seems to be one of many college student, who think that because they are in college they are among the chosen few who are set aside as the leaven of the country. r * i Mr. Autry further states : “We run just as much chance of strik ing a bum or a cut-throat, or just as much chance of being ore a= does the motorist.” r u u ' Here is another colle^^e student who forgets the fact t a e is merely a “bummer" and should not complain about the courtesy he receives from one Avho is kind enough to give him a lift. In the next paragraph he says that there is no crime m being broke, and there is no use for us to stop cruising, etc. Agreed. But in the next paragraph he asserts that we are not beggars; we often have just plenty of money to go where we wish; we are out for the sport of the thing. If bumming hither and thither over the country has become a sport, let's make it a clean one by playing the game square. A true sport will not complain about the courtesy he receives from a kind motorist. And if motorists are sports enough to let us ride with them, let’s be sports enough to show them that we appreciate their kindness. C. C. F. —E C— NOTICE ! Elon College, N. C. February 13, T928 Dear Editor: Having read both of ^Ir. Charles W. Tillett, Sr’a articles on the subject of “bumming rides,” I would like to set forth a fow observations in belialf and from the standpoint of those who in- .dulgc in this practice. I am a college student. When I am at school I often bum” rides. When I am at home, where my own car is available, I am glad to reciprocate by giving some one else a ride. Thus, I am able to look at the situation from both sides; and I must say that, with ,all respect for Mr. Tillett’s opinion, I see but little basis for it. Here goes:— 1. Being from a neighboring state wliere this practice iS; indulged in to' no , considerable extent, I have taken par ticular notice that unselfishness and good will, as public virtues, certainly seem to be more prevalent here. 2. My friends and I have often no ticed that, sometimes those who readily stop and give us a ride, on the other hand seem to be in a preoccupied state mind and do not encourage con versation. Furthermore, we have found it best not to presume that, because a person is kind enough to give us a ride, he wishes us to assume familiarity or introduce ourselves. Isn’t it better policy to wait until the person indicates a willingness for such? 3. Often tho-se who give us a ride take occasion to “air” their views on a subject, in which case experience has taught us that it is more tactful to assume the I’ole of a listener. 4. I am sure that most of us do not wish to seem to “demand” rides, but we do not have much time to make elaborate entreaties to .the occupants of sx-'eeding automobiles. .5. I have often “bummed” rides in company with other students, but have never witnessed such discourtesy Mr. Tillett describes. Most of us try to thank our benefactors as heartily as we know how. and do so with the promise of returning the favoT if the occasion should arise. 6. If merchants take us to town, it is often that the bus fare saved is spent at their own places of business. THE RtMPIM'KET home-life scare? Isn’t it significant that, with the advent of abundant good roads and larger and safer motor cars, more students hie to their domiciles ^vitli increasing regularity and benefit to themseU’es? 11. Unfortunately for the poor bummers,” they arc not organized. and there is no standard text available on “The Etiquette of Bumming Rides.” (A great chance for Mr. Tillett to turn his facile pen from the uselessness of writing about flappers to a more deserv ing theme.) 12. Apparently “self-respect” is a term which all do not interpret alike. Can Mr. Tillett claim that his inter pretation is tlie only true one? We fail to see how our self-respect is endanger ed so long as we do not cause any one more serious inconvenience than merely occupying surplus space' in his automo bile. However, I think I can safely say for most of us that we are consci ous enough of our self-respect not to allow our benefactors to “set us up to meals.” On the other hand, the writer remembers that, on one occasion during the Christmas holidays, three overload ed busses passed us by. A well-to-do business man came along and gave five of us a long-ride on our way home. Upon our arrival, and without sugges tion on his part. WE paid the gas and oil bill, an(^ persuaded him to have din ner at OUR expense. At the same time we saved sixteen dollars in fares. Would it have been better judgment to have paid to ride on a stuffy train wliicli would have kept us waiting un till three a. m.? 13. We sincerely believe that if a vote were taken among the “bummers,” it would show that a great majority regret any thoughtlessness that might have been displayed, and are more than willing to co-operate with their bene factors in any effort to make the prac tice pleasant to all parties concerned, rather than have it to any degree dis continued. WE DO APPRECITE MORE THAN WE SOMETIMES HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY OF EXPRESS ING. 14. Those who think they will lose their self-respect by “bumming” rides are not urged to ride. 15. In reply to those gags about the “hit rooster” and “the noble Mrs. Thompson: '‘Say, you, do yon remember marryin’ me to “Red” Thompson, bachelor, six months ago?’’ Justice of Peace: “Why, er—^yes i think I do.” ; Mrs. Thompson: “Well, watcher goin’ to do about it? He’s escaped.” Prof. Martin: “Haven’t I always given you my salary check on the first of every montli?” Mrs. Martin: “Yes, but you never told me you got paid on the first' and the fifteenth, you embezzler!” Placyde: “Bell/what would you do if Roland kissed you on the forehead!” Bell: “I’d call him down.” Alma: “What do you mean by tell ing Kip that I’m a fool?” Brock: “Heavens, I’m sorry! I didn’t know it was a secret.’^ Mabel: “Is it dangerous to drive with one hand?” Romie: “You bet: More than one fellow has run into a church doing it.” Beatty: “You look like a sensible girl. Let’s get married.” Lucy: “Nothing doing. I’mjuatas sensible as I lo'ok. ” Barber: “Shall I cut your hair close f” Cam Wightman: “No—stand off as far as possible.’^ Regan: “What would you do if I threw you a kiss?’^ Merline: “I’d say you were the- laziest guy I ever knew.” Some one has' said that the demand of the times is not “more men, but a better brand.” Doster (at piano): “Do you know‘I Love You Truly’?” Alberta: “No; but I thought yon did.” Hannah Newman: “I wish God had made me a, boy.” Paul Walker: “He did; I’m he." Prof. Cotton: “Why don’t you answer me?” Mary Dix (politely): “I did shake my head.” Prof. Cotton: “Well, do you expect me to hear it rattle way up here?” all ours. At times we have helped those who' favor us out of ditches, police courts, wrecks, etc. We take Occasionally the .pleasure is not) Cicero”—First: We have our opinion of any one who, with the advan,tage of age, influential position and vast ex perience. will deliberately fling a rock nearly as many chances as the drivers , at a poor defenseless “rooster,” and do, but we are willing to take these , we would like to remind such an one chances in a private car as well as in that sometimes the “rooster’s” loud a bus. Even busses are wrecked. Not squawking is very hard to stop Sec- long ago some of us succeeded in pilot- ond: We are more inclined to believe ing a careless and drunken driver safe- that it was on an occasion when, his ly to his destination, thereby probably chariot incapacitated, the great Cicero avoiding a serious mishap or even a stood for three hours on a windy gtreet- death. ; corner of Pompeii trying to “dead- 8. We have changcd innumerable beat” a ride back to hla comfy fire- tires foT ladies. side in Rome, that he fervently uttered 9. People who do not care to stop ^ that immortal exclamation, “O Torn- and give us a ride do not trouble them- .pora! O Mores! ” Special Sale —of Young Men’s ‘COLLEGIATE TROUSERS" The Newest Spring Patterns $3-95 $4-95 $5-95 REAL VALUES Let Us Show You selves anyway; they simply drive on. 10. How about the “decadence” of Sincerely yours, P. B. Sawyer. Rosenbloom’s Young Men’s Shop Front Street Phone 501 BURLINGTON, N. C.
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