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Newspaper

Richmond Collegian

Location

Richmond, Virginia, United States of America

Date

Nov 01, 1946

Page

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Spiders Open Homecoming Dance Weekend With Bob Chester

Spiders host a two night dance opening in Millhiser gym led by Bob Chester and his 12 piece band from New York. The event features Phyllis Lane and Chester's sax as decor and attire reflect red and white campus colors. Tickets sold at the door.

Millhiser Bob Chester Chester Varga George Longaker Paramount Hotel New York Phyllis Lane Virginia

Two SG Posts To Be Filled At Richmond College

Solon Cousins announced nominations for two Student Government posts at Richmond College. Nominations run Monday to Friday next week with a three-signature requirement and a Playhouse box. Voting is November 14 from 8:30 am to 3:30 pm. treasurer limited to seniors, senator-at-large open to all classes.

Solon Cousins Richmond College Cliff Long Douglas (Frosty) Goforth O. J. Graham L. C. Snead Lloyd

Alumni Pour Back for Richmond Homecoming Day Activities

A record alumni turnout is expected for the University of Richmond Homecoming Day featuring the Spiders versus Cavaliers football game at City Stadium. Queen Janie Copenhaver will reign at halftime with attendants as bands from Mary Washington, University of Virginia, and Richmond College perform. The day also includes a noon alumni luncheon, social events, a Richmond VMI B squad game, and dances ending with Bob Chester's orchestra in Millhiser Gym.

University of Richmond Richmond Spiders University of Virginia Cavaliers J. Parle Dunford Morrow University F Virginia Aggregation Richmond College Band Girl Music Makers Millhiser Field Bob Chester Orchestra J Millhiser Gym

Gates Appeals for WSSF Drive Support at RC

Percy Gates, chairman of the World Student Service Fund drive at Richmond College, urged men to help reach a $1,200 goal by November 8. The two week effort has raised just over $100 with about ten percent of students contributing. The fund supports student education abroad and requires recipient countries to contribute as well. Donations are accepted by YMCA Cabinet members and WSSF committee members.

Percy Gates World Student Service Fund Richmond College Gates WSSF YMCA

Alumni Barbecue a la Williams at University Homecoming

University of Richmond’s culinary king Alton Williams will cook for Alumni Day. Williams describes his California method involving garlic onion rub, burlap wrapped beef, and a nightlong fire setup behind the gym. He notes he learned the craft from his father who grills for large crowds back home.

University of Richmond Alton Williams Williams Fresno California Virginia North Carolina Dad

Veterans urged to mail Trainee's Report of Earnings

Veteran students in training prior to August 8 must mail the Trainee's Report of Earnings to Roanoke 17 by November. The form covers wages earned in August September and October and was enclosed with previous subsistence checks. Address Veterans Administration Roanoke 17 Virginia.

Roanoke Veterans Administration Virginia

University of Richmond to inaugurate new president Modlin

George Matthews Modlin will be inaugurated November 16 in Cannon Memorial Chapel, the first since 1895. Edward R. Stettinius Jr. will give the inaugural address as a two day celebration begins with a John Marshall Hotel dinner and reception. Chancellor Boatwright will preside with delegates, alumni, faculty and guests attending.

University of Richmond George Matthews Modlin Cannon Memorial Chapel Edward R. Stettinius, Jr General Assembly United Nations Organization University Virginia John Marshall Modlin Frederick William Boatwright

Second Place In Big Six Race At Stake Here

University of Richmond hosts rival Virginia at City Stadium at 2 30 after noon to decide second place in the state Big Six race. The Spiders seek revenge for last year’s 46 0 defeat and aim for their second win in the 20 game Richmond Virginia series started in 1893. Charlie Suttenfield’s return strengthens Richmond as Virginia ponders a could switch from T to coffee after Rich mond’s finish.

University of Richmond Richmond Spiders University of Virginia Cavaliers City Stadium Fenlon Cavaliers Charlottesville Boys U. of R Charlie Suttenfield Spiders Richmond Art Guepe Virginia

Westhamp ton College Sadie Hawkins Party Planned

Westhamp ton College Junior Class hosts second annual Sadie Hawkins Night on November 8 at 8 in Keller Hall. The event features a Mammy Yokum era Dogpatch theme with jeans and plaid shirts, a Beauty Contest judged by The Greatest, and dancing to recorded music. Proceeds go to the WSSF drive with tickets 40c stag 60c drag, bought from Ginna Herndon or Sarah Bishop.

Westhampton College Keller Hall Mammy Yokum Ginna Herndon Sarah Bishop Lena Pappy Dottie Lloyd Isabel Porter Trene Barbour Johnnie Johnson

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Virginia Cavaliers Dorothy Ann Lloyd Princeton N. J Westhampton College Government Association University of Richmond Board of Publications By Morton Marks Bill Luck
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