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Richmond Collegian

Location

Richmond, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Dec 07, 1934

Page

2

Richmond Collegian masthead lists staff and offices

The Richmond Collegian shows editor in chief Charles B. Arendal and Elton Talley as assistant editor with a long staff list of editors, business managers, and department heads. It notes the 1870 publication location at University of Richmond Virginia and designates editorial and business offices in the Playhouse rooms.

University of Richmond Charles B. Arendal Elton Talley Richardson Matthews Frita Freund Janes Rieke Paul Watlington Wes J. Weck Lucy Darbar Crackwell Susan Bennet T Fy Scott Copeland Bernard Dabney William Catherine Billy Dave Ewell Ethel Bubenk Abert Graham Curtle Haug Ue Eisa Ijton Leanick Jackie Lowes le Lumpkin Eery Wineton Natl Ed Norfleet Roger Keertoberta George Munmey Davere Uarbetto Ateson Love Thompson Meyers Tighman Herbert Tromtman Praveia Tyndall Carroll Williams Clyde Hardy Elisabeth Darrscutt Margaret Harri Mina Karp Edith Walker Marylon Lille Lole Langhorne Alice Wiean Alvin Taylor Jacob, Finn

Grading compromise reached by student Senate and administration

The Student Senate and the administration arrived at a grading compromise to address the flawed system. While details and practical effects remain unclear, the Collegian pledges support if benefits are shown and urges continued advocacy if not. The student body is urged to trial the revised method fairly.

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Victory Swing Tops Alma College Grid Team in 1934

The 1934 Spider gridiron season ends with Alma College achieving the most successful record in school history. The Red team defeats Cornell VMI Georgetown Mikini Wake Forest and William and Mary for six straight wins. Sanford Jack Dobson Smitty Morris and Perry Schulz receive honors in Virginia.

William and Mary Spider Gridiron Sanford Jack Dobson Associated Press Smitty Morris Perry Schulz

Prom Attendance Turbulence Promises Hold Hope

School officials note low ticket sales for the Junior Prom amid unclear causes. Despite optimism from class officers, turnout tonight appears uncertain and attendance may affect the event’s success.

Junior Prom to Shine With Hal Thurston Orchestra

The campus social event aims for a memorable night with formal decor and excellent music by Hal Thurston and his orchestra. High attendance is anticipated as the Junior Prom returns for an annual renewal featuring dignified card dancing and festive atmosphere.

Hal Thurston Pi Kappa Alpha Hotel Jefferson Omicrons Pikas

Faculty Show Sought at University of Richmond

A campus appeal urges the University of Richmond and Westhampton faculty to stage a student friendly performance. The call notes past four year traditions, benefits to interfaculty ties, and potential profits from a lighthearted show with familiar faculty roles.

Is Silence Golden in College Assembly

A column urges students to speak up in meetings rather than stay silent after sessions. It argues leaders cannot know student wishes without feedback and cooperation, stressing that goodwill alone without utterance yields little change.

College paper credits Ring-tum Phi editor for prompt apology

The Collegian commends Manning Williams editor of the Ring-tom Phi for his prompt explanation and welcomes a similar note from the Washington and Lee student body president. It notes relief that a rift between the two institutions has been averted and sees no need to print the full apology.

Interfraternity Day at World’s Fair in Chicago

Interfraternity Day drew nearly 800 attendees in the Hall of States court at the 1933 Century of Progress. Col. Robert Isham Randolph opened events with remarks as Frank Buel and Sally Rand entertained and several Greek leaders spoke.

Chicago Hall of States Century of Progress Robert Isham Randolph Virginia Military Institute Frank Buel Sally Rand

Holidays Frivolities and Dances at Lambda Chi Weekend

A detailed campus diary notes the holiday weekend at the fraternity scene. Spiders celebrate a win while State Teachers enjoy a festive atmosphere with golden decorations and Southern Serenaders music.

Dan Terry Minnie Ernie Wil-linma

Letters to the Richmond Collegian

Two readers complain about prayer grace at meals and the discipline system for tardiness. One letter urges reverence during grace and ends with a call to discontinue it or show courtesy. The other criticizes half day cuts for tardiness, arguing unfairness if excuses are not recognized by professors.

The Richmond Collegian Grace

Dance radio program Lets Dance on NBC network

National Biscuit Company launches a three hour dance music program Let s Dance airing at 10 30 pm on NBC with 57 stations across the continent. Featured orchestras include Mel Murray Benny Goodman and Xavier Cugat spanning waltz tango and fox trot styles.

National Biscuit Comepany Kel Murray Benny Goodman Xavier Cugat Cugat Rio

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