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Newspaper
Kent Stater
Location
Kent, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1945
Page
4
Don Crotty notes that University pool use is unfunded by the school and relies on Mrs. Harvey who pays the lifeguards out of her own pocket. He argues the policy excludes students and favors those taking swimming courses.
A writer argues for more accessible swimming by forming a student group to raise funds for supervision and proposes Saturday afternoon hours. With warm weather coming, after sports like tennis or softball, a swim would be appreciated and could be settled by presenting the issue to authorities.
The Senior class sponsors a roller skating party at USC recreation center Ravenna armory on Wednesday April 25 at 7 30 p m Tickets are 44 cents per person and go on sale at the gym entrance tomorrow Seniors who paid dues receive a free ticket and others may buy tickets from Ruth Ericson social chairman and committee There are 500 pairs of skates and professional instructors for the event.
In Central Luzon the Marines explained the basics of softball to Filipino girls observing from the sidelines. A diminutive pitcher toed the mound and held the Marines scoreless for seven innings as the Leathernecks were backed by flawless defense. the game ended in a scoreless tie with the Army team cheering.
The University of Manchester cup race drought continues as only nine of 135 registered students have scored thus far. Bill Ludeck leads with 19 points, Roy Dunn trails with nine. other point scorers include Bill Bendel, Bill Schlemmer, Phil Gilcrest, Dave Ryan, Art Henry, Jim Beachy, and Sam Dante. Next event is Monday at 4 pm. participants meet in the Men's lounge. Short story submissions due by April 22 and poetry by April 30.
Franck and Mrs Piotter tied for third after losses to Bowling Green Akron and Heidelberg. Ryan took third in men extemp and fourth in after dinner speaking. Mrs Franck and Ocasek both placed in discussion with fourth and sixth. Prof James N Holm led and presided at the banquet as regional governor of the national speech honorary.
The Sigma Tau Gammas, who won 4 3 over the All-Stars last Thursday, will face a new Yankee team on Thursday April 19 at Rockwell Field. Roy Dunn or Homer Peavy may start on the mound, with George Farres planning to use the same lineup as the previous game.
The 1945 season begins with predictions of a tight pennant fight in the junior circuit led by St Louis. New York and Detroit loom as threats as Boston Cleveland Washington Chicago and Philadelphia trail. In the National League St Louis Cardinal chase repeats as Pittsburgh Cincinnati New York and Chicago vie for top spots. Roosevelt memorial opening day ceremonies mark the observance.
The world of sports mourns the death of President Roosevelt and recalls his support for athletics during wartime. He once said he did not expect to hit a home run every time at bat, and his leadership helped baseball and sport continue through the war. The sporting fraternity joins the nation in grief and resolve to carry on.
Yesterday marked the start of a new baseball season with no familiar first ball figure. Baseball will continue to entertain the public and other athletes as they hit home runs on larger stages. The push to proceed comes from President Roosevelt.
The HPE club meets today at 4 p m in room 108 Kent hall. Members will discuss spring picnic plans, positions at summer camps and playgrounds, and the recreational workshop.
Ralph Wilde, a sophomore, announces he will run as a write-in candidate for the sophomore representative seat on the Student Council. His decision signals a contest for the position and reflects student interest in council leadership.
The Women’s Athletic Association set the meet for Tuesday April 24 with Pauline Strong announcing. Entries are due today April 17 at 4 p m to Pat Scott. Contestants must practice three times in open pool before April 24 and may enter two contestants per event plus two relay teams.
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