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* * * * * (Meg* ' / ^ ^ * Erie, Pennsylvania
Volume XV, N o . 4
Liturgy Meaning j Explained by
Priest | On March 7, Father E. H.
Joyden of Detroit, Michigan, till speak to the student body |on the subject of "The Liturg-jjcal Movement in the * United
STUDENTS AWAIT NOTED
States." 1 Father Boyden was ordained
Jcently to the Holy Priesthood [on February 24, 1945, a t Columns, Ohio. He will endeavor to fcreate a lively interest in litur-jical studies and to excite a bore active participation in the liturgy Movement. Father Boy-Ben, himself, is at very enthusi-lastic worker in this field.
The Purpose
Concerned with learning and Warning, the Liturgical Movement tells the why and wherefore of the rites and prayers of pie Church.
The Lit urgyt at iMercy hurst
As we know, the Liturgical Movement at Mercyhurst has a i
|chief apostolic work this j«ar the organization and direc-p of a student choir. The
Jovement has also studied the pass intensively under the guid-
p of Mother M. Borgia and fter M. Inez. The students [ve helped to participate in the •ay by individually presenting P explaining the prayers of I Mass. I
[ t̂er the study of the Mass f been fully accomplished, a N«r study of the Sacraments ? he introduced.
IWe will find Father Boyden's TOoints and aims will coin-fc closely with those of our
at Mercyhurst.
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"Heard P February 12, 1945, Mari-
Huron, American Concert ophonist, played a well cho-
i d appealing tprogram kich
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JJn Harmony. Since 8 traveled extensive-
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ment» is limited. Miss her ^ r c h e d far and wide
kg tK **• '« who ranged,
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C O t t r«e of h e r s t u d i e s , t e a - e § t t a leaders to pri
mers. I t^ /r°n e th ggz—^ concert, Miss \%tf °*»*e
[at * K X t h e Wiuch she¥explained ^ h o n e / ^ ^ i z a t k n y of the
ai> informal inter-
LECTURER Mr. Frank Sheed Returns March 6 One of the outstanding speak-
Music StudentsiPrepare for Concert. Standing from^L. to R.: H. Martin, D. Telerski, B Flemiiur R. Su.hvan, S. .Hanrahan, E. Fitzgerald, and C. Cavanaugh. Seated at the piano is T. L e n l
ers of the Lecture Series is Mr. Frank Sheed, of Sheed and Ward Publishing House, who will speak in the Mercyhurst Auditorium, ̂ March 6, 1945.
[ Mr. Sheed will develop the psubject: "The Church in Europe Today," Tuesday afternoon. In the evening, he will discuss "The Modern Idea of God."
Mr. Sheed, one of the outstanding Catholic laymen in the country, is a native Englishman who has won renown for his work in Ithe Catholic Evidence Guild as well as in writ-
Annual Recital Planned Save iY°»- Penni«» Z Z£7Z2??J: The music students of Mercyhurst are anxiously anticipating
their annual concert recital to be held March 11 in the college auditorium. Piano selections by classic and modern composers will be interpreted by Theresa Lennon, Sally Hanrahan, Barbara Fleming, Elizabeth Fitzgerald, Connie Finch and Danusia Telerski. The voice students, Ruth Elaine Sullivan, Catherine Cavanaugh, Helen Martin, Mildred Trippe and Elizabeth Fitzgerald, will sing a few operatic arias and other well-known favorites.
Many of usthave been interested in the new technique employed in training the voice. The groaning exercises are not meant to be tones nor are they the singing voice. These merely strengthen the throat, give good support, and after devlopment, they balance the singing tone. The exercises build a foundation for the voice.
Both the piano and voice stu-
the author of Sidelights on the An Jafternoon of If alls and Catholic Revival, and the editor
frolic will be | enjoyed by the of Poetry and Life, An Anthology of English Catholic Poetry. His wife land co-partner is Maisie Ward-Sheed, author of the late best-seller Gilbert Keith
student body on Friday, March 9. On that day, from 4 to 6 P. M., the Athletic Association will sponsor a private skating
dents have been!under excellent instructors, Sister M. Inez and Mrs. Giovanna Klopp.
At this time we are eagerly looking forward to next month's recital.
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"There is no truer truth obtainable
By man than comes of music." —Charles Avison
party at the 12th Street Skat- Chesterton; Mr. Sheed, with his ing Rink. characteristic sense of humor,
delights, as well as informs, his audience in his intellectual discourses. His manner of presentation, subject matter, and personality lend to the (interest, timeliness, and appropriateness of his lectures. .
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Skating is an art at which many of us are unskilled. But amidst the numerous falls and ensuing aches, much physical good is derived. Thisiparty will help to serve as a preparation for the spring months ahead.
Miss Loretta Crowley has been appointed as general chairman for this occasion. She is working with her committees to make this an enjoyable afternoon for all who I attend.
Those of us who were at Mercyhurst two years ago will recall his highly, stimulating and thought provoking discourses. We can all look forward with pleasure to the 6th of March.|
es Gala Bazaar
Sponsored by SOSi Members
The SOS sponsored a College Bazaar on Saturday night, February 10, in place of the annual card party. The booths featured were fancy work, snack [bar, Bingo, house of fun, darts, pool, horse racing, and the Color Clinic.
The display at the Color Clin-.ic was the result of the whole semester's planning and work. The girls in the Costume Design Class made charts and posters. From scientific data they learned to determine personality types and the colors best suited to the individual in reference to her hair, eyes, and skin tone.
All the prizes were donated, as ?• well as the different items at the fancy work booth. Each of the day hops contributed to-ward; the refreshments.
The future will tell if the Home Economics Department will make the bazaar an annual affair* : • ":*
Fr. Lyons Speaks A . B . P r o g r a m R e v i e w e d To Sodality
Approximately fifty sodalists attended the Sodality Institute Day); on Sunday, February 18. The program, sponsored by the Erie District Sodality Union, was conducted by Reverend J. Roger Lyons, S. J.
The Institute Day was begun by the celebration of Mass by Bishop John Mark^ Gannon at St. Peter's Cathedral at nine o'clock. The first of the lectures followed immediately in the Cathedral auditorium.
The afternoon session consisted of two discussions. The first showed the meaning of, and link, between "The Sodality and the Home," while the theme of the second was "Sodalities and Program Planning." After |this the Institute adjourned until the evening session. This was held in the Cathedral atjseven-thirty o'clock.
All these discussions were aimed primarily to remind each sodalist of the vital part she has in all avenues of daily life through her membership in the Sodality. •
The Liberal Arts Club began the second semester February 11 under the leadership of Miss Frances Honeck with a lecture by Sr. M. Eustace on "The Standards of Literary Art." The general canons of "criticism given by Sr. Eustace are determined by the analysis of artists' pieces themselves. They'include unity, variety, proportion, harmony, rhythm, restraint, and balance. Following her talk was an informal criticism, based upon these seven norms, of present day plays and movies.
Ju venile'{Delinquency
Last Sunday Rev. Wilfrid Nash, professor at Gannon College, addressed the students in the Blue Room on the topic, "Is Modern y Psychology the J Answer 3 to Juvenile .Delinquency ?" It was of great interest, not only to the Sociology students, but to everyone
npresent.
Next Meeting
On Sunday, March 4, the Liberal Arts Club is planning a discussion on Catholic Action (Jocist) Movement and Method This originated in France several years ago. It has been successfully followed since 1940 at the University of Notre Dame and at many other schools all over-jJ the United States. The students wilU illustrate thei real purpose of Catholic Action-"!-'"To re-' integrate ithe sprit ' _ of Christ into student life," and will show how this has been attempted at Mercyhurst. f j
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E d i t ° r f T ^ M e ^ J J e a n n e Roepke Rita Rittenhouse I HhnJiSJ I Dorothy Barry
tixsy&f* Joan Wadlinger
Published monthly by the students of Mercyhurst College News Editor Ruth E. Sullivan Feature Editor Mary Doyle Literary Editor Barbara Fleming Art Editors N. Hirtle, G. Middleton Business Manager | Marie Wolman
Editorial Staff: M. Savage, L. Crowley, .E. Fitzgerald, P. Sullivan, I ' - |M. O'Connor, M. I. Kinnemey, J. Berry, S. Brigham, P. White,
fL. Writer,^ N. Cooper, M. Gould, J. Schanbacher, M. E. Fitz-Igerald, J. Wirges, M. J. Masterson, C. Cavanaugh, J. Videtto.
Contributors: R. Morey, S. Melisz, S. Conrad, B. Norton, E. Patrick.
Business Staff: D. A. Harrington, M. A. Harrison, A. Devine, D. Donatelli, H. Fabian, P. Ferry, E. Reagle, V. Walsh, D. Lynch, M. J. Masterson.
YOUR HONOR, W E O B J E C T The whole school is talking—about the latest "differ-
"To Have or Have Not."! It is gratifying to
AMONG THE BEST If you are a lover of good books, the Catholic Press offers
something new. "The Scarlet Lily" by Edward T. Murphy is a prose version of i Thompson's "The Hound of Heaven." Both tell the story of a quest for faith and happiness. In both, the searchers try allfthe pleasures offered by the world, but at last find their true happiness in the arms of the Lord. "The Scarlet Lily" is a fictional presentation of Mary of Magdala, fallen from grace, groping in darkness, and at last finding the light, white with death and ruby with sacrifice at the pierced! feet of the Lover Supreme.
In'this novel, Mary, the flower of paganism whose petals were crushed by Roman and Hebrew alike, becomes the symbol of transition from the pagan error to the Christian truth.
The Magdalene at the time of Christ's starry jbirth was reaching the lily bloom of her womanhood. Her mother was killed with her baby brother who was a victim of Herod's decree of jealous,
mad death against the Inno-
Mail Call What more welcome cry is there Than the cry of "Mail." Men seem to come from every
where I've never seen it fail.
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ent Shove and jostle eagerly While a hundred voices shout "Is there any mail for me?" And a hundred hands reach\out.
1 movie, ^ _ _ ^ _ ^ ^ ^ _ hear that a great many of the college students have sense enough to recognize it for what it is—a typical Holly-wood play on the emotions, 1 appealing to our lower nature, a waste of time and money— and a very bad literary work. I This "sultry" type of film shouldn't affect us—but it
will affect young girls all over the country. It is an example^of the un-Christian wartime American. The new I s a warming Sight to see. star did not play the part of a lady—she was said to have been the victim of circumstances, but . . .
The picture had a small amount of entertainment
They sit in the nearest place Where they can read And thej happy smiles on every
face
But when the mail is all passed out,
value—the photography was good and there were a Some slowly turn away, few laughs. However, people go to the movies to | be And I truly pity those without wholesomely entertained, and there wasn't one uplift- Any mail from home today. ing spot in the entire movie.
As college students, we are expected to know enough to intelligently criticize dramatic productions, instead of "swooning" and trying tof imitate every glamour queen that comes along. The^fHayes office
If the folks hack home knew what it meant
^'O-called Those letters to receive
must have been napping to put this film on the B list that is, Unobjectionable for Adults. The general discussion at Mercyhurst of this "To
Have or Have Not" is a small example of how the picture-is being talked about all over the country. In instances such as these, it is our responsibility to discourage such types of entertainment and support all around Christian movies, such as "Going May |Way," "Meet Me in St. Louis," or "Till We Meet Again," (which, incidentally,fis somthing to talk about!)
I'm sure those letters would he sent
To gladden hearts that grieve.
cents. From this blood of innocence, the Lily took color and the scarlet hate of that day is the ' first flush of her pagan sins. In the petals of the Lily unfolded, they revealed a more scarlet depth. Thus, the Magdalene had no cause to look for hope or for a color transformation. In her paganism, the materialistic paradox of everything in nothing attained its full growth.
But as the first tint of scarlet had come from the flush of hate at the slaughter; of the Innocents, there escaped the One .at Whom that hate was directed and Who was alone able to blanch the lily, take away the scarlet and leave it a white flower that was. to grow even fairer. Mary who had been bargained for with false Roman pearls, came to know the pearl of great value, and though she was tempted with new riches,
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her choice remained true. At the foot of the Cross she completely realized the character of? Christ's Her search for faith piness ended there.
Promise ofiPeaceP un the spring of 1917, tbi!"
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Patima, Portugal. They had id finished reciting the Bosanj when a vivid flash of lightui in a cloudless sky drew attention. A second flash peared soon afterwards, I they became frightened. Ton ing, they saw, hovering over small green oak a short disti away, a most beautiful M surrounded by a brilliant of light. She bade them dm| near in such a sweet, gen8 voice that their fear subsided! The holy Mother of God bj presented herself to them.
Mary appeared to these lij children twice afterwards, bifcfk ing with her a message of ̂ to the world. Holding befef!
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It's a sight I hate to see, For I know how my own hopes
die When there's no mail for me. •
Mrs. Theo. Rathburn,! 802, W. 11th St., Erie, Pa.
The style of the novel is strikingly simple; it is forward and direct; the action is swift and sure. Yet, -it is grandly poetic. Wordl pictures and sense appeals are especially vivid. The high literary quality coupled with its religious theme, which appeals to a fundamental, universal instinct in man, makes "The Scarlet Lily" truly good.
them in her hands a rosary, urged the frequent recitation this most powerful prayer! promised peace and love to war-torn world for devotion it. She also promised to help the hour of death with the es needed for their sahflj
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ACCENTUATE THE POSITIVE Lent lis a season foff penance, and, for some reason or
other, everyone seems to connect the word with a list of "don't" of "I won't." I won't go to movies during Lent. I won't eat candy or drink cokes. I won't talk in class or write |letters when I should be taking notes. These •, small,}but difficult, penances tare indeed commendable. If they are offered to Gdd in the correct spirit, they will be ^rewarded richly by Him. However, the emphasis is on the word "not."—We are accentuating the negative side of Lent. |
I There is a positive side to this holy season, too. It does not necessitate a long jjlist of "I won'ts." On the contrary, a short list of "I wills" would be justljas effective, if not more so. In the first place, a short list could more easily be carried out; a few things done to perfection are much more meritorious than many things only half accomplished. 1 As for the items on the list itself, why couldn't we planjto do our everyday tasks more thoroughly, doing them with perfection for the love of God? Why not attend Mass and Communion every day, pay closer attention to the Massfwhenfthere, do our homework more thoroughly, or keep our room in a neater and cleaner condition than we have been?
There are so many more "Ijjwills" that can help purge our souls for that great Easter morning. However, we must remember to-?keep the list short, yet effective. There are some things «that„are.., harder A or .some.to.do than others. We must? choose those that are the hardest, those that we will surely carry through, those jthat will more efficiently help to lighten Christ's burden on Calvary. In other words, we should accentuate the positive side of Lent. It is morel difficult tojobserve than to avoid; but, because of]this, it is the superior way, and Christ will reward it accordingly.
ARE YOU IN TRIM? Since?the school year started in September, all of us have offered
many prayers for victory—we have but to think of our daily Rosary, offered for a just and lasting peace. During these past months our boys in the fighting forces have made many a sacrifice, even the sacrifice of life for that peace and victory for which we5 pray. Months, even years ago, these boys!were inducted into a fighting service, which called for sacrifice—a sacrifice to last for the duration of the war.
Ash Wednesday has come upon us—ushering in the season of Lent and sounding 01m call to service here on the "homefront." We hear and read about ourselves, 2the smug, complacent home-front. Well, here's our chance to get into action, into service—the service of prayer, penance, and sacrifice, to back the efforts of our boys throughout the world. The season of Lent offers us a grand opportunity to go "alljout" in the use of those spiritual forces placed above command. M
So, Minnie Mercyhurst, what is your!Lenten Spirit? Does it prompt you to take basic training and join the ranks of those practicing the DAILY SIX for the durationjof Lent:
X. Daily attendance at Mass. -——
Coram union—." j
In her great love for «* Mother of God deigned to <° to earth ^to admonish, i» I console, and reprove her« | dren, and to call them to r ance and salvation. As ier 1 dren we should show our H tude for her loving and b«H condescension by exhibit^! devotion to her on the fl* 1 Saturdays and encourag^J practice among others. , and will, be the salvation o j times, these war-torn P I we will it to be. After the 1 ious promises made ^i Mother of God, cert*! would not fall ^ h e % , her ears andjher mer*1
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4. Daily visits to the Blessed Sacrament.
5. Daily rosary. 6. Daily acts Of self-denial. Haye_yourthe courage for in
duction into this' special and intensive service of Christ the King and Mary, Hia Mother, for the 'duration" of Lent? The Daily Six will be your real test because remember, daily implies sacrifice!
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Wl Wk jplow many|of us realize what a pagan and maten we are living in today? Further still, how many are fl
expose it? Catholic .Press is the answer; it is the f r o *
Sn«9f ^ Christian living; it is the guiding post on the road to~.
Yet, there are few people who read'Catholic mag*81 J^ofl andfbooks. Why? We, here at Mercyhurst, have an eX* f portunity to acquaint ourselves with current publ»c gdfij how many of us do? This is Catholic Press Month. I s ^W
magazines and books. How about fit? I ¥ 9 H B all out drive for more and deeper readinp. of £
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\ new semester, a new beginning, but the same old muscular aches and pains, according to Some of the Sophomores who are now trying their skill at badminton. The foils and masks avejbeen replaced by rackets
and tricky little "birdies" who Lfuse to remain still long Enough for a sound whack, so it seems. f Oh yes! Basketball has definitely put in its appearance. The Villa seems to be the only competition at present, but Allegheny and Tdanboro are scheduled for the not too distant future. The Freshmen| on the team this year are: Betty Rock, Peggy Leicht, Rita Brocke, Mary Jo Smith, Nancy Smith, Mickey James, Mildred! Trippi and Ann Nickum. Congratulations!
Let's give fifteen, "rahs" for the new cheerleaders: Gerry Baker, Susan Conrad, Joyce Elliott and Danusia Telerski. Their pep and vitality are certainly evidenced at the games and pep rallies. Ever notice thlat big commotion; on the stage several afternoons a week? Well, that's our famous four keeping in trim. Anf extra cheer g must be given for Gerry, the captain. You're really doing a grand ;fjob,j gals.
The big A.| A. news of the month is ^initiation. This year the Athletic; Association welcomed the; following girls who have earned at least twenty points through participation in various sports: Sally Hanrahan,' Nancy Smith, Mary Jo Smith, Ann Nickum, Katherine Griffin, ^en Jean Walters, Theresa -088, Rita Brocke, Susan Con
rad, Gerry Baker, Connie Schneider, Lucille Vitello, ; Mercedes ^umbeck, and Stephanie Me-asz.
Well, we lived thru exam week so we're back again with
by Heck What do you think? of which
should say th _put her mail
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e v e r y day if you don't believe me p* suies that, Dottie Lynch got word the other S ^ L ^ a X ; she would see "that certain someone" around Easter. SpeakW of
nan 7 r e r e * ° ? ^ ^ **™** < th* ones « h t l | Huh7 CA^VTgm& ° n ) ^ ^ S c h 0 t t h a S b e e n por t ing late y \ ?u tr1,h0P* n ° n e 0 f ^ 0 U h a s m i ^ e d Elaine Brown's sword Lehman. We're glad| to |have them all S W O r d
Oh before we forget, as if we could, we want to tell every single ^mber of our Basket Ball team that we are very proud of the
and next time we'll surely show the Villa. We wish M i, T t o L ^ e r c y h u r s t Jeanne Le Doux, Joan Dobbs, Mary fciwi, Shirley Hathaway, Cissy Pugh, and Margare Lehman. We're glad t ohave them all.
Ohhhhh—Is Joan Lutz partial to the Marine Corps! (P S We got a peek at him, too.) Mary Lou Castanzo had a visit from her handsome brother, and Jean Brwin went home to see hers. And speaking of brothers, we certainly do miss Paul Berry after he practically spent the week-end with us.— 'Why Doesn't This Happen More Often?"
Here's a bit of something interesting that the! porter on the tram told us—for a price. I t seems Barb Brown made a hit with the ̂ Navy—must be the hair—and Cathie Cavanaugh with "Uncle Sam"—could be those eyes! —
me team to welcome
Our 'HI Nurse Mary Ellen Boles has moved I to the practice house now, and J my, she misses that extra 10 minutes sleep in the morning. She should 'have the plaid shirt Johnny sent to Dot Donatelli for her birthday. Speaking of presents, Marilyn Cummiskey had an answer to our favorite theme, 'Send Me One Dozen Roses/' and #her roomie, Lee Riley^also received gardenias from Bob on Feb. 14 —but she isn't the only one— Dot Barry and Marie Gould also were wearing gardenias from their Allaire's Sally Gunn and Peg Sullivan got flowers, too, we noticed.
We'd better hangjjour close on this line—wait'for us.
'Bye Now.
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THRU THE LOOKING-GLASS •The reflections ins the looking-glass show . . . One f of the funniest scenes occurred recently when a group of
"bang-up" freshmen solemnly marched down to the cafeteria line *t lunch time. What was so funny about that? Well, it seems that these girls had suddenly turned barbers! Definite proof of this was given after just one look. Short bangs, fluffy bangs, sleek bangg are now adorning the countenances of a number of jour freshies. We must admit, too . . . they certainly look snazzy!
To whom it may concern: Our thanks for the happy birthday Sheetings that are being placed on the college hall bulletinjboard. r 8 B0 nice tolbe remembered—and* reminded.
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The Kiss in English: A kiss is a noun because it's common and Proper. It's a verb because it shows action. It's a preposition because it has an object. It 's a sentence because i t has a complete fought. It's a conjunction because it joins two things. It's an Interjection because it shows strong feeling. (From the "Quaker Challenge/' Quakertown, Pennsylvania.) 1
Two of Mercyhurst's greater artists will one day leave Mercy-Urst» but their presence will be remembered for many years to
come. The painting of two murals by Gloria Middleton and Nat *urtle are now under way. Watch them grow in the college hall.
Down and^down it goes, and when it stops nobody knows. It's . snow we're speaking of in this case. We can't say when if s
&°tog to stop, but we can offer an explanation as to what causes ^ According to several scientists' reports, sun spots govern the ^"dness or severeness of the winter. This year the blizzards and ^wfalls were caused by an unusually large j amount of spots on the
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e *»l*ed roads. "Fabe" says that it was so badlthat the drivers, on the road had to sing out, "You take the
win. ,T' -—*• j * n w»ke the low rut." v laJL ****** glass frowned right back on that one, so we'd better Have right
I t may be that Mr. D. has made us very "philosophy-conscious," or it may be thatjevery man is a philosopher when he takes his pen in hand!. . . at any Irate,! we couldn't j help but notice how many of our service men! arejthinking m l terms {of "whys" land wherefores." Nor can we help but be impressed, every time f we
read these letters, byI the number who have the ultimate "wherefore" always beforefthem. As an example of what these boys think of as they fight, there are the following excerpts from letters by soldiers in England and Belgium, a wounded sailor in the Pacific, and ':&' Marine, who J re turned from overseas. v f l E R ^ ' B W
"Each run is getting J easier, because before I go up, if go to Communion (as almost(every Catholic herefdoes), and I'm ready;
I but my insurance man gave me sixty years, Hand I please don't make a liar out of him." H H | I Sgt. Carl Wirges, England. B • B B S v - < ^ H * | * I * * & ff^ljffl
^ ^ ^ Maybemwe * brothers don't 1 know how much our sisters miss B us, but we have come to realize I fully 1 how much we love and I m i s s them.jThis war has made!? B us appreciate \ a great many I things more J than ever before." I \ Charles Moody S 2/c, Pacific.
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L*J>lj "November 7 will mark four te years in the service for me, and 1 every minute of it, against all
my principles. 31 'havejalways loved to create':things, and this only means to destroy . . . It must be wonderful to be at school\ knowing everything you do makes sense /. . . you seem to be part of something that is out of this world!. . . 1 would
I give anything or everything to •be in some similar'place.? I'm
just a marine with a civilian mind."
PI. Sgt. Joe Murphy, .'•. 1. J . Camp Lejeune.
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In many of the letters there is a paragraph similar to the following, which does more to reassure those at home, than J any presidential message . . .
"We have no Catholic Chaplain on board, but we read the prayers of the Mass and say the Rosary together, so it is the next;best thing. It is really a beautiful sight to see all the fellows at prayer with the sun shining down and the flame of the candles blowing in the breeze.. ^ ^ v , •.•* .- j
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Sociology Seminar On February 5, Miss Helen
J Norton, a personnels director in p the General Electric Plant of
Erie, gave a] discussion on "Personnel Work." In reviewing the
||5 field of personnel, she empha-tg sized the important role of the g study of sociology in j obtaining m a true understanding of social I problems} which one encounters p frequently.
lH Foreign Language Club % The Spanish department will I conduct the -February meeting I of the Foreign Language Club. I A p brief business meeting will gj be held in the lounge; then the
members will adjourn to the auditorium for the Sremainder of the meeting. There will be Sa
Italk given on four outstanding La tin-American poets and a skit, "Una Fiesta Mejicana," presented. Spanish songs will be also featured throughout the program.
I. R. C. | At the recent I. R. C. meet
ing, Miss Marjorie Ackerman gave a talk on "Framework of Peace." Barbara Fleming discussed the seven fundamental points of peace according to the Syracuse pattern. Later in the evening, there was a panel discussion on the "Negro Prob-le m.
One of the important dates listed on this month's Calendar is February 27. This signifii-cant date commemorates the birthday of one of America's most outstanding poets, Henry Wadsworth Longfellow.
Henry Wadsworth Longfellow was born in New England. He developed his talent in his youth by writing prose and verse for newspapers and magazines. Later in his carrer, he became a teacher and in connection with his work, he did text-book writings, translating, and essays on foreign languages and literature. When he became tired of the teaching profession, ];he resigned and^turned his entire attention to poetry.
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Longfellow is still as much read today ' asy any American poet. His work is important because it extended European culture in America and contributed to the development of American literature.
Science Seminar After a brief business meet
ing of the Science Seminar on February 6, the sophomore members of the club reviewed their term papers which per-
| tained to scientific topics. •
English Club Following the business meet
ing on February 13, Miss Margaret O'Connor, president, read her term paper on "Emily Dickenson." Natalie Hirtle reviewed two recent novels, "Between Heaven and Earth" by Franz j Werfel and "Green Years" by A. J. Cronin. Mary Elizabeth Powers spoke on the origin and the composer of "Intermezzo." She concluded her speech by playtng*the*?c0mpMition* om the piano. «; • ̂ A
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"In case you were beginning to forget, there's still a war on s i . . and more than one G. I. thinks the folks at home need
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O. G. A. On February 21, the 0. G. A.
held a very interesting and intellectual meeting. The program
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Mile A nd Half The bright lights of Marge's car did little good in thei curtain
of fog that shrouded the still country road. She was on her way for a week-end visit at her cousin Lucy's farm. Lucy's nineteenth birthday was Saturday, and a surprise party!'was being planned. Marge was glad that her Aunt Mary was seeing to it that this birthday would be a happy one. Lucy needed a party. She was such a strange girl. People interested her very little. She spent most of her time reading books.
Marge slowed the car as she turned to the right where the road led to the Murray farm. Just as she was passing a large oak tree near the edge of the road, Marge noticed a young girl standing a short distance away from the tree; brakes screeched as the car came to a sudden halt. Marge turned down the window?and called to her. To Marge's surprise she discovered that it was her cousin Lucy, She opened the door and told her to get in. Lucy explained that she had missed the lastjbus. Marge asked where she had been. "About one-and-a-half miles from here," Lucy repliedlsimply. A mile and a half back! Why nothing was theref exceptIthe old
cemetery! Marge discarded the thought and began talking about more
pleasant things—the Murray family, the late fall crop, and the coming winter. Lucy *answered her inquiries briefly. Every now and then Marge glanced* at her and found Lucy's gaze fixed on her. A strange smile lighted! up her face. "She actually looks happy," thought Marge,
She* talked on busily. About a mile from the farm they came to the Adam's home. A light was still on in the parlor so Marge decided to drop in to say hello. Lucy remained in the car as Marge hurried up the path. When she came back, Lucy was gone! Marge looked around, and called to her. No answer! Where could she be ?. She rushed to Mrs. Adams who said that she might have
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decided to walk a^little way up the road. Marge rushed fbacki and set the car off with a jerk.
Frantically she stepped on the gas feed and speeded the short distance to the Murray farm. At the old white gate she jumped out, ran up the steps, and burst into the house. Mrs. Murray was sitting in the creaking rocking chair. Mr. Murray, in his old easy chair, dragged on an unlit pipe. They looked up, dazed expressions on their faces.
Marge started to speak, then ^stopped as they looked at her. What was the matter? This morning about a mile outside of Carlton a hit-and-run driver had killed Lucy!
(This story is based upon an incident that is (said to have happened in southwestern Pennsylvania.)
The fury of Nature for winter dressed,
Rolls on with a power that's Heaven blessed;
It rolls across the earth with a. might that's shown
By the fleecy snow in high drifts blown.
Off in; the country tit roars thru the fields,
And down to the house with its oak tree shields;
Then on to the garden, where . once there grew A rose, whose beauty summer
knew.
Then down to the village and up through the street
Where oft times town folk came to meet;
But these friendly|people meet there Ino I more,
For winter fhas come with its icyfroar.|
Clues for Cuties \ L. Whoops—Big mistake! But for a minute I thought I saw Dina;
Shore scribbling away at a theme for Sr. Philippa. Then thj smoke was cut and there sat one of our UP Freshies trying J
fconvince herself that this Navy is a pretty good outfit. 1
2.{"Let's see, shall I accept Schiaparelli'sf or \ Adrian's offer? o, better still, have them accept my offer!" We'll no doubt J the blonde Junior in the Home Ec. Dept. make the headlines of the fashion world reeeeal soon.jOr haven't- you>seen the black suit she made? P. S. Just look gals!! What lines!
3. The grass is green (I can dream, can't I?) , love and lilacs are in Abloom fand the birds are running Harry James competition Didn't you know? Romance is around the corner. (Chicago,J be exact,) So sweet and 'demure is this chic Senior. Need J say more?
Hmm! Lucky Peg Ferry. ^Naturally, you've noticed her netj cute roomie and our latest addition to the Sophomore class, k no time at all she's a regular M. C. gal. And how she can study that Sociology. No fool in'! We're "verieeee" glad you're herd
Beautiful—gorgeous—super—those dresses 'n' skirts the lid lady in Room 11 isports around. A-. regular Mademoiselle ami Vogue deb. But she must keep the reputation awarded her in high school—"Best Dressed." On top of all*this, wouldn't yd know she'd be underHhe cake when.jthe music stopped at the bazaar. Four wheels and no brakes"! Wonder if that's the reason Father Latimer's car went for a short ride around the boulevard whea a certain Junior tried''moving i t???
By now, Notre Dame is practically old stuff to Ensign BiO*i favorite girl. Speaking of favorites, she's one of ours too. Ha* you noticed how she's been walking about two feet above the third cloud? Oh yes, he gets home real soon now. Wonder if she knows there's a man shortage. By the way, we're glad y« decided to come back, M. A.
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Even the city with tall sky- T g T H I S YO U T scrapers (i
Cannot escape it nor stop its capers;
For ftnan-made structures of iron and steel
Must to. ,it also Sin serfdom kneel.
Yes, nature is greater than all who try
To rule this world with a lusty cry; :
For grasping powers must come to an end
And leave their ways for her to I mend.
DON'T STOP ME v. A habit He chewed his fingernails.
Little Algenon had a bad n ^ taste sweet on his The doctor ^ ^ ^ ^ e d beautifully. Little Alger-
K i i I # f ^ f more-rir ls I am dismissing you ten minutes early
Sister Leona: Girls, 1 ^ ; ^ w a k e the other classes.
&£&£ little Freshmen who wrote home that One of our bright l i t t» ^ g ^ r e t u r n mail,
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to be reminded. I suppose by now, the states have ^received word of the new German breakthrough. In a way I'm jglad it happened, because too many People back ?home figured that this whole thing was a picnic
Sister Leona: a f j ^ ' ^ S T t o i i t o the other classes. for us. They counted it as he-today. Please go out quiexiy so as uvu i n g a s g0od as over. Well, those jgj
of us who undergo the brunt of the battle fknow how wrong these over-optimistic people are. Maybe now they'll realize that we are fighting a stubborn,
. Danusia' "Did you knock 'em cold in the Latin tough, and fanatic enemy." r v x o I Cpl. Joe Wild, Belgium. [ * * *
ifThe memory of Mercyhurst lives abroad, and Jit's always good to hear it . . .
"By this time you should be well acquainted with Mercyhurst. As I've told you before, thatjjused to be an old hunting ground of mine and your mention of places there should bring back some memories. No doubt you'll find it a bit tough at first, but I'm sure youll have a |lot of fun during your stay there. Whenil finally get home,
vl can see that I'll have to make a trip to Mercyhurst, and here's hoping the time will come just around the time"**of one of the school's big I dances."
Pfc. P. Sendker.
How's your school spirit ? Are you one of those girls who at tend the school functions cheerfully and with a non-pre^ outlook? Do you give your support at the college^basket games ? Are you behind the college in its various activities a enterprises? Perhaps you are, and if so, this article^doe nt j». tain to you. This article is meant for the gir who has appea before as the "griper," the girl who isn't satisfied with the * things are going, but who doesn't move her*little finger one tion of an inch to' do anything about it. J
Success in any field depends upon the whole-hearted c o w tion of everyone even remotely concerned. Ii you worn ^ have your college rated "tops," it's up to you to see tha quires that standard. It is your obligation to lend your * v ; _ where it is needed. Your *
spirit is needed especially I the basketball games, team and cheerleaders know n really are interested m efforts. They spend a M^ time practicing for the ^ of you and your college. not show that you .haven away all*your pep " J ^ high school diploma. You capable of a few good "yells," aren't you? I
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The Color Clinic certainly has me in a dither. I just wrote and told mother;that I look positively sick in my old delph blue dress. I; simply must have a color that "does something for me •hope this! does Ithe trick!
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Did you know: That a with an off-the-face brim call attention to a large turned-up I nose ?
That dog collar and choker beads are just the thing for a slender face and neck, but do they ever add the width to a round or square face!
That a center hair part gives an appearance of width to your face?
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By the way, don't let them tease you about "giving up" candy and dessert for Lent. We know you're doing it with the right spiritual incentive. It's a positive fact that fasting | is good for the body as well r as the soul, so, of course, you deserve the smooth figure that results from the loss of that extra five pounds.
MAJOR MINUTES
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