VOLUME XXXIV
Jonathan Daniels To Address Senior Class
House Speaker Martin Praises Joe Cannon
Cannon Marker Is
Unveiled at Guilford
The memory of rough-hewn "IJncle
.Toe" Cannon was called up Sunday
by House Speaker Joseph W. Mar
tin, Jr., in support of what he
desbrived as the program of the
present Congress to provide ade
quate national defense, effect lax
reductions, balance the budget and
rid tlie government of subversive
elements.
The House G.O.P. lender spoke
at the exercises on Guilford College
campus for dedication of a me
morial murker honoring the latt
Republican House leader.
Martin praised for liis adherence
to pioneer American principles the
man whose shrewd political lead
ership during eight years as House
speaker has created political leg
end.
Declaring that Cannon, were lie
alive today, "would he in the fore
front of those urging the expulsion
of all Comunists, Fascists, and
other subversionists, of whatever
character or title from places in
the government."
The shrewd, vitriolic Republican
who presided over the House with
an iron hand from 1003 to 1011 and
servenl in Congress over a period
of 50 years was praised by Martin
as one who rose above the charges
of "czarism" and "dictatorship" that
were hurled at him and retained
the loyalty of his associates, re
gardless of political affiliation.
"America," Martin said, "was
growing and becoming great in the
days of Uncle Joe Cannon's rise
because the people had an intense,
continuing, and practical interest
in their government. They were
sometime's bitterly partisan, hut
always they were for our Ameri
can system. They demanded that
public officials hew to the line of
our A merioan principles or e'ls'e
they ousted them from office."
The man to whom Cannon's gavel
has been passed down for current
HouSe leadership declareel that "We
Republicans and patriotic Democ
rats are determined our nation
shall have a strong military estab
lishment e-onsistent with our in
creasing responsibility of worlel
leadership.
"We want a mighty air force,
equipped with the most advance'd
raoele'ls of fighters and bombers:
we want a trained air force per
sonnel competent fo meet, if nec
essary—and I pray it won't he
necessary—any attack of the fu
ture.
Concurring in a statement I
Cannon expressing faitli that Anier
ica will always rise to meet her
problems, Martin said he was hap
py to take part in a tribute to a
man who was American as ham
ami eggs—a man who was blunt,
frank, open. A man who typifies
a memorable period in onr history
when America hewed logs and pro
dueed rough-hewed satesmen.
American liuilder
"Uncle .Toe Cannon, and men like
him, helped make America what
it is today—a citadel of liberty,
of opportunity and individual init
iative," said Martin. "Let us by
eternal vigilance keep it that way.
Let Americans direct other nations
along pathways of peace."
lie was introduced by Carl T.
Durham of Chapel Ilill, represent
ative of the Sixth Congressional
District, who spoke of Martin as
a man who "dares to work and
hope for peace—a courageous man
who is undisputedly a leader at
a decisive moment in the nation's
history."
The dedication, sponsored by the
Woodmen of the World Life In
surance Society as a part of its
"Fraternity in Action" program for
marking places of historic interest,
was held at a [stint about one and
a half mile south of the David K.
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Sally (ioudrich and Jerry Duckor, arc shown above. They starred in
'Mr. and Mrs. North," which was presented on May 15.
"Mr. and Mrs. North"
On Saturday night. May l.~>, the dramatic council (in keeping with the
recent trend) presented a light "comedy of manners." For the most part,
the play was successful. Kleanor Corneilson and Charlotte Flanders,
as co-directors, belittled the idea that female can chase, but not lend.
They did a good job of holding a east together: for there are innumerable
obstacles to be overcome in presenting a play at Guilford. Obstacles
such as conflicts with the music department over use of the stage, lack
of money for properties, labs and seminars, etc.
The outstanding performance's were* turned in by Sally Goodrich, Char
ley Goerke, and by two people who had relatively minor roles —Rill Mc-
Cracken and Ginny Toole. As you well know, McCracken was a last
minute substitution for Tommy Andrews. And when we say last minute,
we're not !>e'ing Journalistic, lie mastered Andrews' part in two hours,
learning the third act while roaming in and out the first two parts of
the play. Miss Toole's brief appearance (if we may use a cliche) stole
tlie> show, ller shock. u]H>n noticing the corpse of Mr. Hrent. manifested
itself in a scream, the' likes of which could make an Inner Sanctum
witch a mere angel by comparison. It wasn't the pitch nor the volume
of ller exhortation which enthralled me, but rather the sight of her slim
form doing Congas while goose pimples rhunibaed up her spine. The
role of .Mrs. North was a pivotal one; for her idiosyncracies set the pace
for the entire evening's madness. Sally could've easily hammed up the
works b.v being too "helpless" and "cute," but she played it straight and
kosher. Though we'll honor Miss Geteidrieh by sipping wine in her honor,
we'll switch to Itye and toast Mr. Goerke. As Detective Mullins, he made
a good bartender. It might have been thirst: in any event, his combina
tion of wisecracks and whiskies was a pleasant one. Only William Powell
could've IHH'II Mr. North, hut since l Duckor is a fellow "bun vivant," his
impersonation of a smooth but easily eiiagrineel New Yorker wasn't too
far off key. Ilis forte, however, lies in character roles.
We couldn't very well brush past the Fuller Man, without noticing
Mr. Amatruda. Nor could we ignore Mr. Cappiello, in his memorable
portrayal of a corpse. Though stiff, be looked realistic. 'ops are stereo
t.vped to the jxiiiil where enacting their mannerisms becomes a task.
Hill Kerr, as Lieutenant Weigand, was hindered by lines that sounded
like Chapter I! of a soap opera mystery. A touch of whimsy was added
by Adli AUis's appearance as Buono, the Italian janitor.
Tlie third act dragged, l>ut was saved by two alert prompters. There
were moments of hesitation just when the killer was being apprehended.
The staging was poorly done, and if it hadn't been for McCracken's
effeminate accusations, the last act would've fallen completely apart.
One odd note was an oversight on the part of the males who cavorted
around the stage. Though they were dressed a la Kit/., their shoes resem
bled the surplus stock from the Spanish-American War. Not having your
shoes shined, when you're supposed to portray a man-about-town, is
theatrical heresy. Little mistakes like this often spell the difference
between a play that's presented and a play that's remembered.
Another obvious fault was the lack of stage continuity. Whenever
anyone entered or left the scene of action, there was an awkward pa use.
Some of the ad-libs (most of which covered up missed cues) fell flat;
especially Mr. North's statement that "I just bought a new edition." At
that particular moment, there was no more interest in a new edition
than there was in Darwinian evolution.
Of the roles not discussed, we must mention Haworth s portrayal of
an Inspector. The other parts didn't ring true. The set, designed and
constructed under Cliff (ioodnian, looked professional.
Though not of the highest calibre. "Mr. and Mrs. North" still proved
entertaining, for unlike most college plays, no effort was made to inspire,
and therby bore, the audience.
GUILFORD COLLEGE, N. C„ MAY 26. 1.918
Miss Ricks Requests
Library Books Return
Miss KatJierine Kirks, libra
rian, has announced that all
books art' to lie returned to the
library before leaving campus
on vacation. Fines that have
not been paid are to be taken
rare of ill a like mariner.
Summer Session
To Start June 2
Registration for the thirty-first
summer school session will lie held
on Wednesday, June 2, 1!M8. The
session terminates August 2, 1948.
The faculty for the thirty-first
session includes: IJr. Clyde A. Mil
ner, Dr. Eva G. Campbell, Dr.
Philip \V. Furnas, Dr. E. Garness
I'urdom, Dr. Harvey A. Bjung, Dr.
Ezra H. P. Weis, Miss Katlierine
C. Ricks, Mr. John V. Machell, Dr.
Marjorie M. Applewhite, Dr. Muriel
1). Tomlinson, Mr. David B. Staf
ford, and Mr. Edward I>. Teague, Jr.
The following courses will be
offered: Biology 21-22. Chemistry
22. Economics 21-22, English 24,
French 11-12, French 13-14, His
tory 87-38, ami Mathematics 18-14.
Music 41-42, Piano, Philosophy 41-
42, Physical Education .'l7, Physical
Education 27, Iteligion 30, Sociology
20, Sociology 31, Spanish 11-12,
Spanish 13-14. .
Japanese Official
Speaks in Chapel
Dr. Iwao Ayusawa, executive
director of Central Labor Helations
Hoard of Japan, spoke in chapel on
Monday, Ma.v 10. He told Guilford
students that he could never recon
cile himself to the actions of his
government in waging the past war.
Dr. Ayusawa said that the war
is not over-that the spirit of aggres
sion will exist as long as countless
thousands go hungry and the land
lies in a devastated condition. "The
work of rehabilitation has to be
carried on by the great United
States," he said.
As a member of the Society of
Friends and a graduate of Haver
ford and Columbia colleges, he said
that he was deeply appreciative of
all that the relief agencies in Ameri
ca had done for his country.
Dr. Milner Surveys
College in West
Dr. Clyde A. Milner recently re
turned from Central City, Nebras
ka, where he made a survey of
Nebraska Central College.
Dr. Milner also helped college
authorities in planning for their
development program for their semi
centennial celebration next year.
During the chapel hour on May 10,
he lectured before the student body
of the college.
Yearbook Plans
Are Announced
Miss Peggy Stabler, editor of
the liMtt Quaker, has announced
that this year's annual is dedi
cated to Dorothy Lloyd Gilbert,
associate professor of English.
At the same time Peggy an
nounced that the book will be
in circulation before commence
ment.
NUMBER 10
Editor of Raleigh
Paper Speaks;
Sermon by Webb
By CHARLESGOERKE
This year's graduating class will
be privileged to hear the Honorable
Jonathan Daniels, editor of the Ita
leigli News and Observer, in the
annual commencement day address.
Mr. Daniels comes to Guilford as
one of the state's leading personages,
son of Josephus Daniels, former sec
retary of the navy.
The commencement program is
scheduled to begin on Saturday, May
-I>. with Alumni Day. The schedule
for the day is as follows:
11 :.'!0 a.m. Registration begins.
12 :.'! p.m. Reunion Luncheons at
Mary Hobbs Hall.
2:15 p.m. Alumni Association As
sembly—Memorial Hall.
p.m. Scholarship Society—
The Library. Sjieaker, Richard Wal-
4:30 p.m. Refreshments. Choir
Guild Tea.
5:30 p.m. Reunions by Groups of
Classes (e.g., 1905-1909, 1924-1927,
1943-1940).
7 :00 p.m. Alumni Banquet—Foun
ders Ilall.
On Sunday, May 30, at 11 a.m.,
the Baccalaureate Sermon will lie
given by I>r. George T. Webb of
Toronto, Canada. I)r. Webb is the
grandfatlier-in-law of Sam Wilson,
a student now at Guilford. At 5 p.m.
oil Sunday the Student Christian
Association will conduct a Vesper
Service.
The ceremonies will continue at
9:45 a.m. Monday, May 31, with the
Academic Procession. The highlight
of the week comes at 10 a.m. Mon
day with the Comencement Exer
cises and the Conferring of Degrees.
These ceremonies will be held on the
front lawn.
Oil Monday, May 17, the Senior
I'nigra m, starting Senior Week, was
given in chapel. The senior class
marched into the auditorium and
took places in the front of the room.
The program was introduced by Hor
ry I/oesges, and she presented Dr.
Mllner, who awarded the Who's Who
in American Colleges and Universi
ties certificates to eight seniors.
They were: Adrian Paul Brodeur,
Jr.. Peggy Stabler, Martha Belle
Edgerton, Irie Ieonnrd, Wesley In
nian, Brad Snipes, Jenny Cannon,
and David Hadley.
'arl Eriekson, president of the
rising senior calss, sjioke, and Betli
Frederick delivered the 1948 class
prophecy. The main speaker of the
morning was Carroll S. Feagins, as
sistant professor of philosophy. In
his talk, Mr. Feagins gave several
points for the graduates to remem
ber. You should always keep a keen
sense of values and get over your
youthful folly. Mr. Feagins also said
that it is necessary to apply liberal
education to an illilieral world. In
closing, the speaker advised not to
get settled in traditions but to give
growth to the future.
The program concluded with the
singing of "Hail, Dear Old Guil
ford," by the entire student body
and faculty members, led by Dr. Eva
Campbell.
New Handbook
To Be Published
During a recent Student Affairs
Board meeting, the representatives
from the student governments in
troduced the idea of publishing a
handbook for the incoming students.
The hook would include faculty
regulations, student government
rules, information on the buildings
on the campus, the student organi
zations, and the school songs and
cheers. The handbook will include
the booklet which was been put
out by the Student's Christian As
sociation, but which is felt to be
inadequate for the new freshman.
The expense for this book will be
borne jointly by the Student Affairs
Board and the Faculty.