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Newspaper
Kent Stater
Location
Kent, Ohio, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1950
Page
2
An editorial argues for courtesy in a crowded campus. It cites infractions such as blocking halls, lingering in lounges, and parking badly, noting that many know proper social graces yet fail to consider others.
The article explains Pork Barrel as a yearly event to showcase student skits for a large audience. It praises the award system, notes the drawbacks of time, and suggests two divisions men and women to keep performances concise and fair.
Students suggest weekend options to deter Friday exoduses. Sheila Finan favors Saturday morning classes for workers with notes. Ed Meyers calls for larger social fraternities and more events. Joanne Chionchio argues better dorms reduce off campus living. Paul Cerull supports more weekend dances. Nancy Davies urges each student to stay one weekend to experience campus life.
A satirical piece questions a new American humor trend arguing it could outpace Bob Hope Benny Rod Brassfield and Leo Damore. It riffs on meaningless jokes and a caller titled Can You Reach the Bottom of This revealing humor's evolving future and social impact.
Letter to the Editor commends the Kent State University A Cappella Choir for a beautiful concert. Carl Carapetyan is praised for excellent work and the writers urge wider future performances.
Society Editor Norma Van Benthuysen is listed with assistant Ann McGill and staff Gloria Donnelly. The staff includes Advertising Manager Hank Newell and Edition Manager Bill Dunbar, Circulation Manager Dick Knab, and Warren Meister. The Kent Stater publishes Tuesday to Friday in the school year and Tuesday and Friday in summer, suspended during vacations. Subscriptions cost 2 dollars per year.
Second class matter date October 11 1927 at the Kent Ohio post office under the 1879 act. Printed by Commercial Press Inc located 1158 Depeyster Street Kent Ohio.
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