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1953 SOPHOMORES WIN SONG CONTEST Belles OFSAINT MARY’S INFORMAL DANCE TOMORROW NIGHT Vol. XVI, No. 7 (No. 6 was not published) RALEIGH, NORTH CAROLINA me If ?on ng- ).•’.« ;ift )•(■- 3tS. ire ; a by Ol'S >r(l 'Oil )iit le! 11(1 by lor lU'- rlv Iff ail 111- (>n jef 111' Dr. Poteat Attacks McCarthy; Speaker Warns SMS Students Dr. Edwin McNeill Poteat was We guest speaker for the assembly Thursday, January 7. Reverend Mr. I. Harding Hughes introduced |he speaker and told the audience of Dr. Poteat’s esteem as an author, ^eaker, poet, and musician. Dr. Doteat chose for his topic of dis- ^ussion, “The Strange Phenomenon Mr. McCarthy.” Dr. Poteat stated that there will Mways be people like Mr. McCar- wy. They are annoying, unpleas ant nuisances and love to attract attention. A place is made in so ciety for these people because of jreedom of speech. Dr. Poteat re sted that if our government tries 0 quiet McCarthy it will be void of democracy. He stated that McCar- ‘V has no constraints. McCarthy Makes false charges, tells untruths, ®nd then declares that his committee ^es not need to verify statements. Members of McCarthy’s party are '^ying to quiet him, but there is no '^sy to do so. Dr. Poteat discussed the possi bility of McCarthy’s becoming presi dent. He feels there is a strong probability of this event taking place. He explained that the Re publicans will run a candidate who IS sure to be elected. He said Dewey was a two-time loser, Brownell is out because of the Dexter White in cident, and Nixon and Eisenhower are out’ leaving only McCarthy. Mr. McCarthy has money, social back- ing and the support of the Roman Catholics. McCarthy’s election would be an impact on our foreign policy. He wants to blockade Red China. Dr. Poteat declared if this happens, it will create a bad situ- ation American-trained Chinese will be liquidated. In fifteen years we would deal with an Asia com posed of unfriendly men. In conclusion. Dr. Poteat urged the young people of the United btates to make an effort to under stand what is happening in the world. We must be alert to what others are saying. He warned that someday the problem might be in our hands. Sophomores Take First Prize; Freshmen Take Second Prize SMS Sophomore Sings Selections Dr. Henry Gerald Mentalist Presents Beneficial Program _ The sophomore class won the inter-class song contest sponsored by in® on Tuesday, January lU. Peth Kemper and Nancy Smith wrote the words, and the tune was Pom re Just in Love taken from the musical comedy hit. Call Me Madam. I he class received a box of candy as their prize. The freshman class won second place and the seniors and juniors tied for third place. While the judges were making their decision, Ina Gee Ridley, ac companied by Miss Cate at the piano, entertained the audience with Summertime, Tenderly, and My II ero. ' ^ The words of the winning song Martha Newell, Young Career Woman, Attains Successful Start At SMS On May 27, 1941, the fair gradu ating class of Saint Mary’s Junior I Allege marched proudly and radi- ^Mly toward their commencement ®^ereises. Among them ivas a very ^^'tractive girl ivho, though quite un- , ^.^siiming at the moment, was des- ^ed for an exciting and prosperous Meer. Martha Newell, of Rich- ond, Virginia, accepted her* diplo ic ^ and bid farewell to Saint Mary’s, today, thirteen years later, she . *itinues to reminisce over her jun- ^ college days. As a writer, an Jtress, a poetess, and a director, P^rtha gives full credit to Saint ®ry’s for her start in the literary dramatic world. j^^Iartha Newell is a name to re- ®iiiber, for it frequently appears in as the author of books, plays, poems. She recently wrote a ^^udren’s book which took top hon- in a literary contest. At present • 6 ig anxiously awaiting its record- is anxiously awaiting ns recuru- ^ Martha has also written sev- hv* Pi^ySj Dvo of which have been ]j '^duced in stock. Angel from Hell, original three-act play, made its yDiuer theater debut in Middlebury, j,®i'niont, at the Green-Mountain .jj^^yhouse. Martha modestly admits Ai Robert Frost, who frequently (jj^Uds opening nights but rarely ® through a performance, cast his ^ ■'uiougn a periormance, casr jj^Diival of her production by re- ®ining throughout the play. ^A^^rtha herself is as fascinating charming as her works and I ®iy life. She radiates with fun and friendliness. When asked for an interview, she wittily replied in au thentic Dragnet tones, “I’ll just give you the facts, ma’m.” _ At Saint Mary’s Martha’s journal istic skill began to develop under the capable instructions of Mr. C. A. P Mom-e. She might be considered one of Mr. Moore’s protegees, for she stresses the fact that he is one of the chief sources of her success in the field of literature. Martha’s pertness and wit appear in a message she re cently sent Mr. Moore saying that she is not only “more charming and attractive,” but “a pretty smart cookie these days.” Since her graduation from Saint Mary s, Martha has received her Master of Fine Arts degree and has taught in many schools. New York beckoned to her in 1946, and aside from taking a course there in creative writing, she worked in the fan mail division of the Amer ican Broadcasting Company. On her return to Virginia, three years later, she joined the faculty of Mary Washington College in Fredericks burg, where she taught creative writ ing, acting, and theatrical costumes. She also was the associate director of the college theater. But the urge to go back to New York overcame her and in 1950 she again set up resi dence in the big city. Martha is working now as a theatrical casting agent, a job in which her heart seems to be wrapped. To remember her name for future use is an asset; to know her is a privilege. Dr. Henry Gerald gave a per- tormance in Saint Mary’s auditori um on January 14, at 8:30 p.m. 1 his program was sponsored by the Program Committee, which will present such programs from time to time during the year. _ Dr. Gerald is a mentalist, humor ist, and scientist. His program was designed to give the audience relax ation, education, and entertainment. Memhers of the audiences partici- pated in individual experiments which ranged from the “nearly im- po^ible to the absolutely impos sible. He presented experiments in menal telepathy and performed mathematical feats and incredible revelations. His program was based on psychology and laughter. Many who saw his performance claimed it to be superb. One loves more the first time, bet ter the second.—Landob. St. Mary’s School you are so very dear. We will always cherish memories here. All the friendships and the fun we’ve had Will linger through passing years. Oui school stands here as a shining light Which will guide us in the paths of right. As we travel on our separate way's. We’ll always sing and praise our love for you. We’ll be darned if you like it. But we surely won’t fight it ’ ’Cause it’s something we have to do. We just wanted to tell you That this song is about you And the life that you spend at school. Well we’ve finally attempted From a song we have rented A tune that is very dear. There is nothing we can do But go on and sing to you. Dear old school, we’re glad you’re here. Circle Ceremony Initiates Members, Clark, Dunn, Lilly nn'nl/"» + 4-y-. T .! 11 Tl if* T-W-T-. .... Charlotte Lilly, Mary Windley Dunn, and Lorrie Clark became members of the Circle in an im- prGssivc cGrGiuony on ^Yednesday night, January 6. This was the second time this year that the Circle has initiated new members. Charlotte, of Fayetteville, is presi dent of Sigma Phi Alpha, a vice counselor, art editor of the Stage Loach, exchange editor of the BELLES, a dance marshal, a mem- ter of Altar Guild, a member of the Canterbury Club, assistant secre- tary of Hall Council, and a Mu. Mary Windley, of New Bern, is editor-in-chief of the Stage Coach, a hall counselor, a member of the Altar Guild, a member of the dmerttSf +1 Candor, is president of the YWCA, chairman of the Legis- assistant editor of the BELLES, a hall counselor, a mem- ber of Sigma Phi Alpha, and a AIu. iLe Circle members at present ar(3 Mary Jordan, Timmy Timmons, Alice Bost Connie Shaner, Anne Nichols Ann Freeman, Frances I erry, Charlotte Lilly, Mary Wind- ley Dunn, and Lorrie Clark. S'if January 15, 1954 i.,1 M I km- :lli: ■Vi L&y'-'A: ' iH
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