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Newspaper
Richmond Collegian
Location
Richmond, Virginia, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1936
Page
2
An industrious Junior Class plans its annual formal tonight with a decorated gym and special lighting. Miss Hilda Kirby will be crowned queen after a semi figure preceding the program. Henry Bia-Gini and his band provide the music as the event aims to boost campus social life.
A football season ends with a grave for a vainly fighting Indian beneath clear-marked turf. The season concludes as predicted, with triumph and reflection on what lies beyond the gridiron.
The 1937 Spider football team, injury plagued yet spirited, closes a season not among Richmond’s great campaigns but marked by resilience. Eight seniors receive University thanks for four years of service, with two players earning All State recognition and one narrowly missing the honor by a single vote.
A playful campus survey mockingly rates holidays events and people from a student scene. It weighs items like dances, a movie, a Pika Formal, and decorations with star scores, while poking at retirements and lingering traditions.
Britain confronts royal scandal as public scrutiny rises over King Edward VII and Mrs. Simpson. The Bishop of Bradford’s reprimand intensifies criticism and forces the nation to confront the monarch's reputation amid mounting press coverage.
In Britain a parliament crisis over Edward VIII threatens abdication and empire unity. The piece warns that weakening the crown risks destabilizing the Commonwealth and invites fascist danger, while noting the king's actions are unforgiven and democracy may suffer.
Ice coats the ground as Westhampton High announces a simpler May Day for 1987. The Senior Class selects the queen and court, with each class handling specific duties. the event remains open to the public and will only revert to last year's elaborate format once every four years.
The 1937 Web announces a broader dance section and lauds editors Allen and Stephenson for the new direction. Hilda Kirby is named sponsor for the Junior Prom, with further sponsors expected to complement this unique feature.
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