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Newspaper
The Lee Lantern
Location
Baytown, Texas, United States of America
Date
Feb 29, 1968
Page
2
An editorial urges Lee College students to speak up about campus life and leadership. It criticizes a silent, nonconfrontational student culture known as the dodge rebellion and argues that progress requires using the Student Government and The Lee Lantern to express views.
An editorial laments cheerleaders and Student Government members who skip duties while praising those who show up. It urges elected officials to do their jobs or resign, praising dedicated leaders like the Rebelettes and responsible team supporters.
The Houston Post cites volunteer summer jobs as a path to career insight and personal growth. It suggests programs by the United Presbyterian Church and the American Red Cross, including health fairs, literacy teaching, hospital work, and language hospitality.
The Junior Achievement program sponsored by Lee College plans a March sales drive selling note pads and personalized stationery. Officers include President Bill Riley and Secretary Bennie Gresham. products feature Lee College and Lee High School insignias. Pads come in 2½ by 4 inches and 5 by 8 inches and can be personalized at the student union book store. Delivery takes two to three weeks. Printing runs until April when the year ends.
A letter to the editor accuses the Lee College bookstore and administration of neglecting student needs by failing to keep Coke machines stocked with change and operable. The writer cites a specific incident where 15 cents were lost and not refunded, urging better machine service and fair refunds. The piece notes administration focus on its own concerns, calling for improved student support.
The article lists election results for Lee College with Dennis Williams and Pat Wendel named Colonel and First Lady. Ball events set for March 16 include court candidates for King and Queen and other princess selections, with results delayed until the Confederate Ball night.
Mr John R Pachacek a sponsor explains students will boost their Junior Achievement Company by buying one of the sale items. The remark highlights student effort and sponsor backing for the fundraiser event.
A magazine style essay groups people into five bird types—doves, hawks, chickens, eagles, and ostriches—to critique views on war and conscience. It contrasts peaceful faith, predatory drive, self serving chatter, protective resolve, and willful ignorance, ending with a blunt jab at the chicken category.
The Ballad of Josie with Doris Day begins at Brunson Theatre after Valley of the Dolls. Sol Madrid stars Peter Graves and Stella Stevens at Majestic Theatre. Smashing Time at Gaylyn shows slapstick. Georgy Girl stars Rita Tushingham and Lynn Redgrave. Wait Until Dark at Memorial Theatre features Audrey Hepburn with Crenna and Arkin. Pal Joey on stage at Houston Music Theatre with Bobby Van and Julie Wilson. Bobby Gentry performs Ode to Billie Joe at Jones Hall with Glenn Campbell. Reservations for 3 pm and 8 pm listed as CA 4 1711.
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