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  • Western Carolina University
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  • HL_WesternCarolinian_1957-10-19_Vol23_No04_06

THE WESTERN CAROLINIAN Saturday, October 19, 1957 Looking Back Through The Files Of The Western Carolinian — INTRODUCING OCTOBER 11, 1941 HOMECOMING: How the very word "Homecoming" kindles a flame in our hearts as we look forward to the day of days when former students and friends of the college gather to pay their homage and to renew old acquaintances. On that day the spirit of Cullowhee burns in the ears of all those who have come in contact with this spirit, of all who love Western Carolina. The student body eagerly awaits the privilege of welcoming the alumni back home. Some of the dearest friends we have are now classed as alumni. It gives us a warm, personal pleasure to welcome each and everyone back to the institution. This year, as never before we should appreciate the fact that we live in a peace loving nation where education is still held in high esteem. It is a happy privilege to gather for a reunion of brotherhood and friendship and not to be interrupted by air raid sirens and the heavy thud of bombs as they scream through the ether. Our college is one of the few in which the spirit of freedom never dies; we operate three hundred sixty-five days out of the year as one big, happy family. Homecoming is to us just the day that we set aside to renew acquaintances and rededicate our devotion. In other words, the day of days when this spirit reaches the peak of the year. We join with the student body and faculty in inviting and welcoming you back to your college for the happiest reunion of all times. SEPTEMBER 18, 1948 The Western Carolina Teachers College Radio Club will continue sponsorship of the campus radio station this year. The station, temporarily called WCCA (Western Carolina Catamounts of the Air,), has heretofore presented a one-hour broadcast five nights a week. It plans this year to add a direct-wire broadcast of all the football games. It is located at a- \ound 555 on the dial, and utilizes a carrier-current system of transmission. Power lines are the antenna for the station. The radio club extends a cro- dial invitation to anyone who wants to join, particularly new people on the campis. No experience is required; the club and station are new, and still in the experimental stage n \ ?BER 30, 1948 now does it feel for a lineman to score a game? "Great," says Dan Robinson who accounted for ■ the first two points of his college career Saturday night against Lenoir-Rhyne. Dan also informed us that he had a record of only one safety during his high school days at Marion High, where we understand he was one of their out- What Is A Football Player? By Jack Ibraham Between the innocence of boyhood and the dignity of man. we find a sturdy creature called a football player. Football players come in assorted weights, heights, jersey colors and numbers, but all footbal players have the same creed: To play every second of every minute of every period of every game to the best of their ability. Football players are found everywhere^—underneath, on top of, running around, jumping , over passing by, twisting from, or driving through the enemy. Teammates rib them, officials penalize them, students cheer them, kid brothers idolize them, coaches criticize them, college girls adore them, alumni tolerate them, and mothers worry about them. When your team is behind, a football player is incompetent, careless, indecisive, lazy, uncoordinated and stupid. Just when your team threatens to turn the tide of battle, he misses a block, fumbles the ball, drops a pass, jumps offside, falls down, runs the wrong way, or completely forgets his assignment. A football player is a composite —he eats like a Chicago Bear, sleeps like a Chicago Bear, but, more often than not, plays like Grand Canyon High. To an opponent publicity man, he has the speed of a gazelle, the strength of an ox, the size of an elephant, the cunning of a fox and the a- bility of Red Grange, Glenn Davis, Bronco Nagursky and Jim Thorpe —combined. To his own coach he has, for press purposes, the stability of mush, the fleetness of a snail, the mentality of a mule, is held together by adhesive tape, baling wire, sponge rubber, and has a- bout as much chance of playing on Saturday as would his own grandfather. To an alumnus, a football player is someone who will never kick as well, run as far, block as viciously, tackle as hard, fight as fiercely, give as little ground, score as many points, or generate nearly the same amount of spirit as did those particular players of Mary Louise Carpenter The President of the Women's House Government for 1957-58 is Mary Louise Carpenter. Mary is a rising junior who comes from Greensboro, N. C. Her hobbies are dancing and tennis. She likes classical and popular music. Active in many campus organizations, she has been Secretary for the Marshall's Club, Sophomore representative to the Women's House Government, and co-editor of the Women's Intramural Program for the Catamount. She is also a member of the Women's Athletic Assoc; Student English MAY 23, 1952 Franklin Gudger, former W.C. T.C. three-letter sports star is making a fine showing as pitcher for the Rocky Mountain Rocks of the Bi-state League. Thus far he has pitched and won three games. Several big league scouts have taken note of his winning brand of twirling and if he continues to throw the ball "in the groove," Gudger seems slated for better things. We wish for him continued success. KURT GANS - The Home of Fine Diamonds^ Kurt Gans of Waynesville * i Invites You To See INTERtOCXJNr^^CltMOND IIKCS Wi,h Feature-glo- the setting* that makes center diamond look 90% LARGER... 87% MORE BRILLIANT his own yesteryear. A football player likes game films, trips away from home, practice sessions without pads, hot showers, long runs, whirlpool baths, recovered fumbles, points after touchdowns, and the quiet satisfaction which comes from being part of a perfectly executed play. He is not much for wind sprints, sitting on the bench, rainy days, after-game compliments, ankle wraps, scouting reports or calisthenics. No one else looks forward so much to September or so little to December. Nobody gets so much pleasure out of knocking down, hauling out or just plain bringing down the enemy. Nobody else can cram into one mind assignments for an end run, an off tackle slant, a jump pass, a quarterback sneak, a dive play, punt protection, kickoff returns, a buck lateral, goal line stands, or a spinner cycle designed to result in a touchdown every time it is tried. A football player is a wonderful creature—you can criticize him. but you can't discourage him. You can defeat his team, but you can't get him out of football. Might as well admit it—be you alumnus, coach, or fan—he is your personal representative on ,the field, your symbol of fair and hard play. He may not be an Ail- American, but he is an example of the American way. He is judged, not for his race, not for his finances, but by the democratic yardstick of how well he blocks, tackles and sacrifices individual glory for the overall success of his team. He is a hard working, untiring, determined kid doing the very best he can for his school or college. And when you come out of the stadium, grousing and feeling upset that your team has lost, he can make you feel mighty ashamed with just two sincerely spoken words—"We tried." Club Reporters The following is the list of club reporters, or secretaries in case the club does not have a reporter, that has been turned into the Western Carolinian. These reporters receive notices from this office concerning publication dates, deadlines etc. If a club does not have its reporter on our list, they are urged to do so as soon as possible. We cannot give a complete coverage of campus events unless we have the cooperation of these students. Alpha Phi Sigma, Louetta Nicholson; A.C.E., Lucille Wastler; Band, Norma Jean Welch (president); Baptist Choir, Billie Child- ers; B.S.U., Jean Hill; Catamount, Margaret Connatser (Editor); Cheerleaders, Dot Taylor; Senior Class, Byron Sherman; Junior Class, Jean Hill; Sophomore Class, Jerry Fuller; Day Students, Margaret Norton. F&IA, John McDowell; FBLA, Byron Sherman; F.T.A., Linda Israel; Home Ec, Elaine Booker; IRC, Margaret Rogers; Marshall's Club, Bobby Game; Men's House Gov., Bill Clark; Methodist Choir, Lela Presnell; Monogram Club. Ronny Watkins; MENC, Jean Hill; Newman Club, Maxine Stewart; P. E. Club, Jo Cothran; Radio Club, Donald Ashe; Student English Seminar, Ann McAllister; Student Union, Gene Ellis (President); Veteran's Club, Robert Harrison. Wesley Foundation, Jerry Fuller; W.C.C. Chorus, Hazel Williams; Western Carolina Mountaineers, Helen Allen, Brian Joiner; Westminster Fellowship, Dallas Little; W.A.A., Jo Corn; Women's House Gov., Glenda Hardy; Chi Delta, Ed Wilson; Sigma Theta, Dot Taylor. These reporters are urged to turn in their copy typed, double- spaced, and if possible, on yellow copy paper. English Seminar The Student English Seminar will hold its first meeting of the year Tuesday, October 15, in Moore Parlor at 7 o'clock. President Gary Carden has announced. All students are urged to attend. Other officers are: Christine Wilson, vice president; Ann Mc- .tllister, secretary; and Richard Jackson, treasurer. Dr. Stout and Dr. Pipes are the sponsors. Library Review The library has added many new and interesting books since the end of spring quarter. New volumes have been added to nearly all classes, but there are five additions to the North Carolina Collection which will prove interesting to many students. The Letters of Thomas Wolfe Many of the erroneous legends which surround Thomas Wolfe will be cleared up by this work of Elizabeth Nowell, a staff member of Scribner's and Wolfe's agent ai the time of his death. This volume is a collection of 700-odd letters written by Wolfe to such men as Sinclair Lewis, Sherwood Anderson, and Scott Fitzgerald. Miss Nowell has added to the letters an explanatory text and interpretive introduction. Alias O. Henry This book, a biography of William Sidney Porter, was written by Gerald Langford and is a documented record of one of North Carolina's most famous authors. The North Carolina Guide Edited by Blackwell P. Robinson, this book is an up-to-date account of North Carolina and her activities. It contains a brief history by Hugh T. Lefler, a section on the state's architecture by Louise Hall and other topics by well known authors. Ten Angels Swearing This collection of sonnets by Dorothy E d w ards Summerrow contains thumbnail sketches of people, sonnets on youth, friendship, and other topics. The provocative title should, in itself, be enough to encourage readers. Dreamer's Wine A collection of poems by Ruby P. Shackleford, this book contains about forty poems in free verse on such subjects as "Advice to a Teacher," "Meditation on a House," and "Emancipation." The North Carolina Collection is on the mezanine below the main floor. Our Roving Photographer Finds .... HERE'S 5389 ■Mil J^M&n ant I As Advertised in W p£ Only Feature Lock Interlocking Diamond Rings have amazing, new Feature-Glo. Let us show you how incredibly large and brilliant the massed diamonds look . . . how easily these superb rings lock together in perfect position. Rings enlarged to show detail Convenient Credit Terms Budget Terms Gladly Arranged You Save 30% to 40% on Diamonds at Kurt Gans Because We Buy Direct Seminar, and The Wesley Foundation. The Women's House Government is the judicial body for women students. It promotes responsibility, loyalty, and honor. Mary Louise was recently married to Dick Carpenter, a former W. C.C. student. PREPARED FOR BATTLE — Miss Gay Moore, The Western Carolinian's versatile secretary, is caught as she prepares herself for a game of field hockey as Women's Intramurals got underway this past week. Notice Buy your corsages now for Homecoming! Only $1.00 for a giant yellow chrysanthemum with a purple ribbon. Contact Linda Israel, Mary Louise Carpenter or Wilma Jean Crisp to place your order. Said the instructor to the young parachute recruit: "And if it doesn't open, that's what's called jumping to a conclusion." THE WESTERN CAROLINIAN Box 291 Cullowhee, N. C. Please enter my subscription to: THE WESTERN CAROLINIAN One Quarter — $.50 One Year — $1.50 Name Address „..,..„...,. Will Nancy get to lie a teacher? ANY SALT worth his salt will gripe when told to paint a dull hull, varnish a vast mast, or swab a dank plank. How to make him break out in smiles? Just break out the Luckies! He'll be a Beamin' Seaman in no time—and no wonder! A Lucky's a light smoke—it's one cigarette that's packed end to end with superbly light, golden rich, wonderfully good-tasting tobacco. And Luckies' fine tobacco's toasted to taste even better! Now hear this: Want to go light? Just go Lucky! Nancy's smart and Nancy likes school. She already has her heart set on being a teacher— but it looks as though she's going to be an awfully disappointed young woman. To be a good teacher, Nancy needs first-rate schooling right now! But Nancy and a lot of other promising youngsters live in communities where the schooling is inadequate, where there's a dangerous shortage of classrooms, teachers, up-to- date textbooks. Result? A not- very-bright future for a lot of very bright kids. Let's be sure this doesn't happen to the children in our schools. Join with other good citizens to back up our School Board, attend PTA meetings and school conferences. For a free booklet telling what you can do, write to: Better Schools 9 East 43tb Street, New York 16, N. Y. We must have first-rate schools WHAT IS ROUTE »UT MEANINGLESS CONVERSATION* $gli ffcW li-O^Bs. J^ CAROL RASPER. Civil Drivel U OF CAL WHAT IS A LAWYER'S BRIEKASEI JACK HENSON. U OF TOLEDO Writ Kit STUCK FOR DOU6H1 £j$ START STICKLING! MAKE *25 We'll pay $25 for every Stickler we print—and for hundreds more that never get used! So start Stickling—they're so easy you can think of dozens in seconds! Sticklersare simple riddles with two-word rhyming answers. Both words muKl have the same number of syllables. (Don't do drawings.) Send 'em all with your name, address, college and class to Happy-Joe-Lucky, Box 67A, Mount Vernon, N. Y. WHAT DOES A MEDIEVAL RENT COLLECTOR GET INTO? CHARLES THAR*. MISSOURI SCHOOL OF MINES Castle Hassle WHAT IS AN UNOIIED CASH REGISTER* CLAUDE EICHEL. H Y.U ShriU Till WHAT IS A COOKS' CONVENTION* DONALD SEGAL. TALE Galley Rally WHAT IS A NARROW SPORTS ARENA* janet hott. Slim Gym WESTERN MICHIGAN COLL LIGHT UP AMg « A. T Co. SMOKE—LIGHT UP A LUCKY1 Product of i/fo J¥m*Jueam d<w«uDeo<£»y»a»w— Javiuxo- is our middle rtamt

The Western Carolinian is Western Carolina University’s student-run newspaper. The paper was published as the Cullowhee Yodel from 1924 to 1931 before changing its name to The Western Carolinian in 1933.

• Creator
  • Western Carolina Teachers College
• Format
  • Publications (documents)
• Type
  • Text
• Date
  • Date original: 1957-10-19;
  • Date digitized: 2017-09-26
• Extent
  • Dimension: 21.5" x 16"
  • Pages: 8 pages
• Subject - Topic
  • College student newspapers and periodicals
  • Cullowhee (N.C.) -- Newspapers
  • Universities and colleges -- North Carolina -- Cullowhee -- Newspapers
• Location
  • Jackson County (N.C.)
  • Cullowhee (N.C.)
• Source institution
  • Western Carolina University
• Source Collection
  • WCU Students Newspapers Collection
• Identifier
  • HL_WesternCarolinian_1957-10-19_Vol23_No04
• Repository
  • Western Carolina University Hunter Library