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Newspaper
Richmond Collegian
Location
Richmond, Virginia, United States of America
Date
May 07, 1948
Page
2
The sports department lists Bartle Dunford as acting editor with Virginia Brinson Westhampton editor and reporters Acey Meoni Wally McGraw Lewis Booker and Jim Payne.
Citizens anticipate repairs on the notorious Washboard Road though workers may be farmers tilling the area first. If repairs proceed, commuters can expect improved springs and a smoother drive ahead.
A University Administration survey of dormitory residents found the majority wish to remain in their current barracks rather than move to the vacant Thomas Mall before next semester. Students are urged to express their views to a dean or the President's Advisory Council as PAC discusses fair placement methods.
A campus band plans a May 15 concert at Luther H. Jenkins Memorial Greek Amphitheater to raise funds for new uniforms. With fraternities underwriting each member’s ticket and other campus support, the event aims for a strong gate to cover roughly 1,000 in uniform costs. The show promises a versatile program from MacNamara’s Band to a Strauss Waltz and will boost spirit for upcoming spring activities.
Frat chatter covers Phi Epsilon and Phi Delt events at the Country Club of Virginia with dorm pledges readying for promotion. Lambda Chi plans a picnic. Theta Chi and Pi Kappa Alpha note members and weddings. officers appointed include Roy Paulette and Norm West. Travelers, dances, and campus notices fill the page with social life and campus lore.
The Richmond Times Dispatch editors urge regional universities in the South to expand graduate and professional programs to reduce state costs. They also promote the United Negro College Fund asking Virginia to raise 40 000 to aid 32 private colleges, including Hampton Institute and Virginia Union University, urging contributions to keep opportunity doors open.
The Radio Guild chose Andy Oberg as top leader for next year with Charlie Macatee named to assist. A big meeting is planned Monday to discuss innovations, while University Players report similar activity and new members being elected.
Campus events include YMCA retreats starting May 8 in Roslyn and ending May 9. Student groups meet in Biology Building Room 110 and Y Building at 7 pm including Mu Sigma Rho, Philologian, and Radio Guild. Assemblies and council meetings occur across campus through May 13 in various rooms and chapels.
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