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By Mary Foster iTunes The Associated Press satisfy JENA, La.— Thousands SpiralFrog offers of chanting demonstrators Film crew discontent free, legal media filled the streets of this little with BU’s response Louisiana town Thursday in to Web site conflict support of six black teenag- By Bryant Clark ers initially charged with Reporter attempted murder in the By Jackie Hyland beating of a white classmate. Reporter A new music and video The crowd broke into download Web site could leap- chants of “Free the Jena The associate producer of the frog iTunes and other online Six” as the Rev. Al Sharpton film Expelled: No Intelligence media providers. arrived at the local court- Allowed, Mark Mathis arrived Earlier this week, the Web site house with family members on campus Thursday morning SpiralFrog.com was launched in of the jailed teens. with a camera crew in a last the United States and Canada. Sharpton told the Associ- effort to speak to President John SpiralFrog is an ad-supported ated Press that he and Reps. Lilley. Web site created by Universal Maxine Waters, D-Calif., Mark Mathis wished to dis- that allows visitors to legally Sheila Jackson Lee, D-Texas, cuss the decision to shut down a download music and videos and William Jefferson, D-La., research Web site on Intelligent without having to pay for the will press the House Judicia- Design belonging to Dr. Robert contents. ry Committee next week to Marks, distinguished professor SpiralFrog sells advertise- summon the district attorney in the electrical and computer ments on its pages, and when to explain his actions before engineering department. visitors view the ads, it in turns Congress. Lilley was unavailable, but gives the majority of that rev- This could be the begin- Mathis met with director of enue to the music artists, labels ning of a 21st century’s civil media relations Lori Fogleman and publishers. rights movement challenge and Dr. Ben Kelley, dean of the In order to download songs disparities in the justice school of Engineering and Com- and videos, users must register system, he said, and said he puter Science. for a free membership. Regis- planned a November march “I talked to (Mathis) about tration is quick and simple, but in Washington. The Associated Press the fact that our point has been members must visit SpiralFrog “What we need is federal Protesters march up First Street Thursday in Jena, La. Thousands of chanting demonstrators filled the streets consistent and has not changed, every 30 days to renew their intervention to protect peo- of this little Louisiana town Thursday in support of six black teenagers initially charged with attempted murder about the issue of a research subscription. If members fail to ple from Southern injustice,” in the beating of a white classmate. Web site being not about con- do so, their entire downloaded Sharpton told the AP. “Our tent but about the process,” library becomes locked until fathers in the 1960’s had to attempted murder. local courthouse and a near- NAACP, was also there. Fogleman said. renewal. penetrate the Kennedy and That charge was reduced by park to protest the dispar- “People are saying, ‘That’s Professors, once they have At its launch, SpiralFrog was Johnson administrations, we to battery for all but one, who ity in the charged teenagers’ enough, and we’re not taking done research for their academ- offering more than 800,000 have to do the same thing.” has yet to be arraigned; the treatment. it any more,’” Hayes said. ic unit, are free to do outside songs and 3,500 music videos The six black teens were sixth was charged as a juve- Thousands more marched Martin Luther King III, research, but not under Baylor’s for download from the record charged a few months after nile. along city streets in what at son of the slain civil rights name, Fogleman said. company Universal. In the three white teens were The beating victim, Justin times took on the atmosphere leader, described the scene “With both of them it was upcoming months, SpiralFrog accused of hanging nooses Barker, was knocked uncon- of a giant festival‚ with people as reminiscent of earlier civil really limited because they have looks to add more than 2 mil- in a tree on their high school scious, his face badly swollen setting up tables of food and rights struggles. a certain line they are holding, lion audio tracks. grounds. and bloodied, though he was some dancing to the beat of He said punishment of which the issues are all about Bedford junior Garnett The white teens were able to attend a school func- a drum. some sort may be in order procedures and not about the George thinks that SpiralFrog is suspended from school but tion later that night. The Rev. Jesse Jackson for the six defendants, but content,” Mathis said, “and all great for people who don’t want weren’t prosecuted. Thursday morning, thou- spoke to one crowd. Dennis the information we have seen to pay, yet want to stay away Five of the black teens sands of demonstrators clad Courtland Hayes, interim says that that’s not true.” from downloading illegally. were initially charged with in black converged on the president and CEO of the Please see JENA, page 6 Mathis said the main indica- “It could be a turning point tion to him about the issue being in the way we download music. about content is that Kelley sent If more companies do this, then an e-mail to Marks saying he it could really catch on,” he said. had “received several concerned Dr. Robert Darden, associate messages” about the Web site. professor of journalism, feels “With Dean Kelley and Lori strongly about downloading Fogleman, it’s pretty clear to me music, especially illegal down- that both of them were coached loading. by lawyers to continue saying “If people keep stealing it’s not content but procedure,” music, eventually nobody is Mathis said. going to put music out,” Darden Mathis said he asked Kelley said. “It’s either going to be too and Fogleman several questions protected electronically or the about academic freedom and the artist is just going to throw up issue behind Marks’ Web site, his hands and go back to bag- but he was unable to get a lot of ging groceries.” answers. Darden said if SpiralFrog “It seems odd to me that works and the composers get Baylor, which is a Christian paid, then it’d be a win-win situ- university, is uncomfortable ation. with a professor who is doing a “I don’t like how little iTunes The Associated Press research sympathetic to intelligent design,” Mathis said. Members of the student government at Johnson C. Smith University gather in the main courtyard in Charlotte, N.C., for a rally in support of the six Please see FREE, page 6 black teenagers in Jena, La., that were arrested in Louisiana in the beating of a white classmate. Please see FILM, page 6

KWBU sponsors World War II documentary

Carbonara, professor of film and ness for what our troops are going said. By Selena Mejia digital media and director of the through,” he said. Retired Army Gen. Ralph Reporter Digital Communication Technolo- Carbonara, who also serves Gauer said younger people today gies Project. as a board member for KWBU, wouldn’t be able to understand the World War II not only brought The program features personal agrees that the veterans deserve impact of World War II without freedom, but also pain. That pain accounts of the war from a sol- to be recognized, especially by these stories being told. continues in the lives of World dier’s point of view. young adults. “We encourage the stories of War II veterans. “Our overall theme would be to “It is essential for students, the World War II vets to be told over KWBU-TV, Central Texas’ Pub- give the utmost respect and honor Y generation, to understand what and over and over again,” Gauer lic Broadcasting Service affiliate, to the brave men and women of their grandparents, and for some, said. put faces with the wounds World World War II for the tremendous great-grandparents, really sacri- Gauer is no stranger to the War II brought. sacrifices they made for our coun- ficed,” he said. “It’s so important effects a war can have. His older KWBU has produced a local try,” said Baylor alumna and for future generations to under- brother was killed serving in documentary that takes an inti- KWBU’s executive producer Joani stand.” World War II. mate look into the lives of World Livingston in an e-mail interview. PBS filmmaker Ken Burns pro- “Can you imagine those stories War II veterans. The documentary, “Much like in today’s war, they duced a seven-part documentary never being told?” Gauer asked. titled THE WAR: Central Texas were 17, 18, 22 years old, but dis- series that explores the history “(The documentary) helps drive Remembers WWII, features area played extraordinary courage and and heartbreak of four World War home the importance to get people Stephanie Jeter/Lariat staff World War II veterans and their valor during this critical time in II veterans, also set to air nation- a chance to talk,” Carbonara said. personal experiences. history,” Livingston said. ally beginning Sunday. Proudly wearing a ball cap with Go long! It will air on KWBU at 6:30 “I wanted their stories to tran- “The Ken Burns series, as well Army 101st Airborne embroidered nd Lubbock freshman Jenny Gersbrecht goes for a pass p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Sunday. scend generations, to inspire the as our local documentary puts a on it, retired 2 Lt. Dennis L. during Collins intramural practice outside South Russell. KWBU “captured the heart same greatness in young people human face on a cataclysmic event Birkes said, “It makes me proud of of these stories,” said Dr. Corey today and to invoke a grateful- in human history,” Livingston what I did. I’d do it again.”

VOL. 107 No.16 www.baylor.edu/Lariat © 2007, Ba y l o r Un i v e r s i t y 2 The Baylor Lariat Opinion Friday, September 21, 2007 Photograph shows what love is all about: sacrifice When I first saw the picture, have been 50. Or maybe 40. With the finish line in sight, love is so tainted these days. we give up. Our actions and my stomach tightened into a Some men gray early. all he can do is stare down at his The picture made me realize possessions can best be used knot, and I choked back tears. And there was a little girl. point baby girl. the power and purity of selfless when they are benefiting those I have no idea what his name She was probably five or six and And suddenly the training, love. we care about. is. And I don’t even know who had the chubbiest cheeks. of view conditioning, personal best time I realized what love is sup- As we work to achieve our took the picture. She held the man’s hat in and race don’t matter because posed to look like. Not just goals we’ve set for the semester But as I sat at my desk at one hand, and his hand in the b y j e s s i c a r e y n o l d s he has that one moment with between married and dating and year, let’s not forget those work, it took everything I could other. I don’t exactly know their his granddaughter. couples but between friends and who have helped us along muster to keep from sobbing. relationship, but I decided that line in sight. He knows he’s run- Even though I made the families too. the way. Let’s not become too The picture was taken during she was his granddaughter. And ning his personal best time, but story up, the picture affects me. It’s easy for people to get focused on our own success. last year’s Bearathon. It could they were looking at each other. then he spots her. His grand- It changes me. And I wanted to caught up in themselves, their We should bring those we have been taken near the begin- When I look at this picture, I daughter. cry. personal needs and wants. We love with us to the finish line, ning, middle or end of the race. see a story. She traveled all the way to I know, it’s lame. forget to invest our time, minds even if that means slowing I like to think it was taken near I see a 60-year-old man who Waco to see him run, see him Maybe it’s lame that some- and hearts into the wants and down, holding their hand and the end. has trained and conditioned conquer. And she’s excited. She thing as simple as a grandpa needs of others. going their pace. The picture was of an older for months to compete in the runs out to him, and he grabs holding his granddaughter’s Love is about sacrifice. Some- Jessica Reynolds is a sophomore man running. I assume he was 13-mile Bearathon. He rounds her hand. And he slows down so hand moves me, or maybe it’s times our biggest rewards and business journalism major from in his mid-60s, but he could the curve and sees the finishing she can keep up. lame that it moves me because gains will come through what Andover, Kan.

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Jena, a small town of about 3,000 may be considered for a guest people in Louisiana, made national column at the editor’s discre- headlines when six black high school tion. students were arrested in conjunction All submissions become the with the beating of a white classmate property of The Baylor Lariat. after a series of racially charged inci- The Lariat reserves the right to dents. edit letters for grammar, length, It began a year ago at the local high libel and style. school when a black freshman asked Letters should be e-mailed the school vice principal for permis- to [email protected] or sion to sit under the “white tree” — a mailed to The Baylor Lariat, One large oak in the middle of the school Bear Place #97330, Waco, TX courtyard where only white students 76798-7330. usually sat. The fact that a tree for whites only even exists is troubling enough on it’s own. But the next day, Corrections policy three hangman’s nooses were found The Baylor Lariat is commit- hanging from the tree’s branches. ted to ensuring fair and accu- The three white students respon- rate reporting and will correct sible for this were only suspended for errors of substance on Page 2. three days. They were not expelled Corrections can be submitted to from school, nor were they charged the editor by sending an e-mail with a hate crime as they should have was healthy enough to attend a ring The case has since been overturned stated, “See this pen? I can end your to [email protected] or been. ceremony later that evening. and is pending appeal. lives with the stroke of a pen.” by calling 254-710-4099. Tensions ran high in the small town The six students who assaulted The rest of the Jena six students Walters, Jena schools Superinten- where multiple incidents occurred Barker were arrested and charged face the same charges. dent Roy Breithaupt and other white including a fight at a convenience with aggravated assault, but were While we don’t condone the vio- residents have characterized the noose Clarification store where a white student retrieved a increased by LaSalle Parish District lence the Jena six used, we believe, as incident as a “harmless prank.” T h e a i r d a t e c i t e d f o r We d n e s - shotgun from his truck. The white stu- Attorney Reed Walters to attempted many others do, that these young men Hanging a noose from a tree is day’s article “Student spins the dent was not charged with anything. second-degree murder. are being unfairly prosecuted and that never a “harmless prank” when con- ‘Wheel of Fortune,’” has been In fact, Robert Bailey Jr., one of the six, The reasoning? The students’ feet the potential punishment does not fit sidering the ugly history the South moved from Oct. 18 to Oct. 17. was charged with theft of a firearm. were considered lethal weapons. If the crime. has with lynching. A town that is 50 In a culmination of events, anoth- the charges had stuck, it could have This is especially in light of the years behind the rest of the country er white student, Justin Barker, was potentially sent the students to prison lack of action on behalf of Walters for in recognizing this is nothing but a A subscription to the Lariat reported as bragging about an earlier for the rest of their lives. All because prosecuting the white students who disgrace to the rest of us. costs $45 for two semesters. incidents when Bailey and the other of a renegade prosecutor. hung the noose in the first place. The editorial board would like to Send check or money order to five students assaulted him. Barker When 17 year-old Mychal Bell went Walters’ motivations are also in express solidarity with those who One Bear Place #97330, Waco, was knocked unconscious and kicked to trial, the charges were later reduced question because when he addressed rally in support of the Jena six and are TX, 76798-7330 or e-mail Lar- repeatedly and suffered a concussion. to second-degree battery. Bell was a school assembly shortly after the seeking to extend the important con- [email protected]. Visa and But after receiving treatment at a convicted by the all-white jury and incident to respond to a peaceful pro- versation on the inequality that still MasterCard payments may be local hospital for two hours, Barker potentially faced up to 22 years. test by black students at the school, he exists in America. phoned to 254-710-2662.

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More than enough time for ID John E. Jones III and others which was later revealed to be footage was actually being Intelligent design advocates The Bible is simply not sup- involved in the Dover, Pa. case. a parody. used in Expelled: No Intelligence have had over 15 years to pres- ported scientifically. Most academic debates are The scholarly-minded Dem- A source material is usually Allowed. ent real, challenging evidence This is going to be a diffi- ultimately resolved by the evi- bski thought it appropriate to required for something to be He asked the production for their hypotheses. cult journey as we move ahead dence. intersperse fart noises between considered a parody, but what company why they concealed Instead, they prefer to cir- without religions, but observa- Once-marginalized theories comically high-pitched sound are mere literary conventions the true nature of the documen- cumvent the criticism of their tions don’t lie ... religion is liter- like plate tectonics or genetic bites from the opposition. to Dembski, mathematician-ex- tary when he would have been qualified peers by appealing ally killing us and causing more transposition could no longer Dembski only admitted his traordinaire? just as upfront about his views directly to a public that they can problems than it’s worth. be ignored in light of later dis- connection to the animation For the unscrupulous, there’s had he known what the movie more easily deceive. As a former Christian, I can coveries. after someone slowed down the the quasi-deceitful manner in was really about. At least we can look forward attest to the freeing from sin that However, the rules of accep- recordings to reveal his voice. which some interviews were Mark Mathis, an assistant to a new Ben Stein film. accompanies religious depro- tance are different for intelligent It should be noted that Dem- obtained for the upcoming Ben producer, responded defensive- Here’s hoping it has plenty of gramming and the sanity that design. bski was working closely with Stein film. ly: “Please know that I strongly fart noises. returns. Instead of answering dismis- Dr. Robert Marks before the One ID critic, biologist P.Z. disagree with the insinuations Cody Cobb Understanding cognitive dis- sive critics by producing incon- latter’s Web site was removed Myers at the University of Min- and characterizations made in Biochemistry, 2008 sonance (Festinger, 1956) and testable data, intelligent design (unfairly, in my view) from Bay- nesota at Morris and author your e-mail to me.” No other Kudos for saying ‘no’ to ID memes (Dawkins, 1976) are advocates resort to juvenile and lor’s servers. of the popular science Weblog explanation was given. good places to start the depro- underhanded tactics to spread More recently there was an Pharyngula, was interviewed by Science is about being open Dr. Ben Kelley and President gramming. their anti-science message. ill-considered letter purport- a production team for a movie and honest. John Lilley are to be commend- Have courage — just say no For the jejune, there’s former edly composed by President called Crossroads: The Intersec- Criticism is to be expected ed for making a stand on intel- to ID. Baylor professor William Dem- John Lilley posted on Dembski’s tion of Science and Religion. and, more importantly, encour- ligent design and removing the Richard Schauer bski’s flash animation of Judge Weblog, Uncommon Descent, Myers later discovered the aged. Web site of Dr. Marks. Schauer Global Health Inc.

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Lab to use safer chemicals BEAR BRIEFS By Amanda Allen less silver. It’s more economical us,” said Amarillo junior Emily Circle K International Meet- Reporter and less harmful to the envi- Lathem, a photography student. ing is 8 p.m. Monday in the ronment. Many schools use “We’re told what to reuse, what Baylor Sciences Building, Real photography, the kind it because it’s liquid and has a to recycle and what to throw Room C206. Come learn about before the digital age, often high-capacity use – one bottle away.” volunteering, socials, leader- ship roles, and scholarships. means really hazardous chemi- of chemicals per nine bottles of The stop and developer are Membership open to everyone. cals. water. thrown away and the fix is Contact Megan_Staake@bay- After film’s been exposed, Previously students carried reused and then recycled. lor.edu for more information. chemical processing is required around bottles of fixer, but “this In the journalism depart- to produce the desired negative year, we’re providing all the ment, temporary full-time lec- Hire A Bear Career Fair is or positive image. chemistry for students,” photog- turer Randall Page said only a from noon to 5 p.m. Tuesday Development has three stag- raphy professor Susan Mullally fraction of the chemicals of the in the Ferrell Center. Network es. said. art department is used. with more than 130 organiza- “The developer exposes the The department also used a “Most of our chemistry is tions offering internship and image and makes the most powder mix for the chemicals, diluted in a way that has mini- full-time employment oppor- chemical change,” said Carroll- which required high tempera- mal impact on the environment tunities. Dress profession- ton senior Andrea Brashier, a tures and time to cool. as it is,” Page said. ally, bring resumes and your photography major. “Then it’s Though the stop bath could In the future, Page said there’s student I.D. To view attending put in a stop bath, which arrests be very harmful to skin, stu- a plan to eliminate all chemicals organizations, go to www. the development on film or dents are warned and told to in the photojournalism lab. At hireabear.com. paper.” wear gloves. that time, the art department Most of this process involves The art department is under- would be the only lab on cam- To submit a bear brief, e-mail [email protected]. recycling, but silver nitrate, going a two-part renovation. pus with photographic chemis- which is removed from the film The digital lab has already been try usage. in the fixing step, is particularly enlarged and airborne chemical Although the photography CONTACT US hard to recycle. perfumes eliminated, but Mul- department recycles chemicals, “The fixer, which you have lally said they are still awaiting there is a desire to recycle other Editor 710-4099 to recycle, fixes chemicals in the much-needed ventilation art materials such as bottle and Stephanie Jeter/Lariat staff Newsroom 710-1712 place,” Brashier said. stage. plastic. “The containers holding Amarillo junior Emily Latham examines negatives Thursday. The photo lab As of this semester, the art “When we come in, the the chemicals are just as impor- began using safer, more economical chemicals in coordination with ongoing department is using a fixer with chemicals are already mixed for tant,” Mullally said. renovations in the Hooper-Shaefer Fine Arts Center. POLICE Baylor Round Table Tea Senators BLOTTER DWI welcomes newest members awaiting An arrest occurred at the intersection of Cottonwood and Third Street at 2:07 a.m. By Hayley Frank all about,” O’Brien said. approval Sunday. Reporter Another issue the group is passionate about is raising funds for student scholar- DUI An arrest occurred in the 100 The annual Baylor Round Table Member- ships. Campus Crusade gets block of Bagby Avenue at 1:31 ship Tea was held Thursday at the Allbritton “Scholarship funding is our way of giving a.m. Sept. 14. House, home of Baylor president and first back to the community and its students,” said $2,000 for Monday’s lady John and Gerrie Lilley. Paulette Edwards, assistant to the dean of the Laurisa Lopez/Lariat staff MAZE performance Narcotics The tea honors women faculty and execu- Honors College and publicity coordinator for An offense occurred at the tive staff and wives of faculty and executive Round Table. Women gather at the Allbritton House Thursday By Anita Pere Heritage House at 12:01 staff. The membership tea is a chance for mem- for the Baylor Round Table Tea to welcome new Staff writer p.m. Sept. 15. The case was “We invite all members to come and enjoy bers to welcome new additions to the Baylor members. referred to Judicial Affairs. the fellowship with the women. It’s a great family and to re-establish previous relation- beginning to the academic year,” said Judy ships. year member of Round Table. Two senior class senator Criminal Mischief Maggard, director of Parent Programs and “The group welcomes new members “I love the fellowship of the women, and hopefuls were not confirmed Criminal mischief occurred at president of Round Table executive commit- because it’s a way for them to become part of there is great networking from all over the for office at Thursday’s meet- the Floyd Casey Stadium park- tee officers. the Baylor world and its traditions and start world,” she said. ing. ing lot between 4 and 10 p.m. This is the Round Table’s 104th year and building community,” Edwards said. Another newcomer, full-time biology lec- San Antonio senior Jessica Saturday. the second year for Mrs. Lilley to co-host the New and old members alike have the turer Lisa Baker, is an example of the various Lutrel and Missouri City se- special event. chance to sign up for interest groups, such ways women can become involved. nior Alia Mohammed were not Criminal mischief over $500 under $1,500 reportedly “The best thing we do is put out a gracious as book clubs, bridge lessons and cooking “I came today because I was invited by an granted positions in the Senate occurred at Lot 31, located welcome mat to all our new members,” Mrs. classes. The purpose of the groups is to pro- old friend,” Baker said. “So I’m just starting to because they had not yet met at Penland Residence Hall Lilley said. mote unity among the members. learn all about the group.” with the operations and proce- between 2 a.m. Sunday and 7 Kay O’Brien, part-time lecturer in the “Round Table gave me such a great greet- E ach ye a r, Rou nd Table com m it tee s choose dures committee, according to p.m. Tuesday. School of Social Work, serves as vice presi- ing,” newcomer Terri Bartlett said. “There is a theme for the event. This year, executives Albuquerque, N.M., senior class dent of Round Table. such a family-like atmosphere.” decided on “Windows To The World.” president David Hao. Criminal mischief over $500 “We just want to give people insight into Melanie Smith is an academic adviser in “The theme signifies how we are broaden- Hao said a meeting for the and under $1,500 occurred at our university and tell others what Baylor is the Hankamer School of Business and nine- ing our horizons,” Edwards said. nominees had been set up for Lot 47 at the Moody Library 3:30 p.m., but the committee parking area at an unknown could not meet at that time. time and date. Ex-Baylor professor writes novel on ‘experience’ Hao explained why meeting with the committee is some- Burglary believes,” associate professor of journalism plains or in the mountains. what necessary to the process Burglary of a motor vehicle By Jessica Reynolds Robert Darden said. Williams said his inspiration came of instating government mem- occurred at the Floyd Casey Reporter Despite Williams’ history at the uni- from experience. An outdoor enthusiast, bers. Stadium parking lot F between versity, his book has no correlation to the Williams has chosen to live in the plains, “It’s just an opportunity for 9:15 and 9:58 p.m. Sept. 14. Former Baylor professor Donald Mace scandal or even Baylor, although he’s always loved the mountains. other senators to interview and Minor consuming alcohol Williams will return to Waco Monday to except for one slight Williams spent two years growing up in talk with the candidates that An arrest occurred at Martin sign copies of his novel, Black Tuesday’s mention about a foot- McGregor, a small town near Waco. He also were selected. It’s not manda- Hall at 1105 S. Fifth St. at 2:12 Child, from 2 to 6 p.m. at Hastings Books, ball game. sings, although he never made a career out tory,” Hao said. a.m. Saturday. Music & Video on Bosque Boulevard. Black Tuesday’s Child of it. Before swearing in candi- Hastings store manager Tony Marquez is a fictitious novel Black Tuesday’s Child, Williams’ first dates, the executive members An arrest occurred at Brooks said Williams approached Hastings about about a young boy, published novel, was released in August of government enter executive Residential College at 3:46 the signing and that they are “very excited” Randy Davies, impact- 2006 and has received few but favorable council, a private debate on the a.m. Saturday. to have him. Marquez has yet to read the ed by the slaying of his reviews. Texas Books in Review said it was candidates and their readiness book but he said the store’s book manager, friend’s mother. The “a noteworthy Texas novel,” and a South- for their possible office. Theft Ashley Otter, gave it positive reviews. “I’ll incident influences western American Literature reviewer said, The executive session con- A theft under $50 of a bike seat probably buy one of the books after what choices Davies must “It’s one of the better novels I have read in tinued for more than 20 min- occurred at the Marrs McLean she’s told me,” Marquez said. Williams make later in his life. years.” utes, longer than usual. Gym bike rack between 6:30 Williams resigned from Baylor in March “(I hope readers “Remarks like that please me very deep- Hao said Lutrel and Moham- a.m. and 7 a.m Tuesday. of 1980 during a controversy involving gain) an experience with a character that ly, of course,” Williams said. “It’s nice to be med could be instated at next Playboy magazine. they find interesting, maybe more than one appreciated.” week’s meeting if they meet A theft of over $50 under $500 His resignation was in protest of the character, and they find some pleasure in Darden has only read Williams’ journal- with the committee before occurred at the Baylor Science Building at an outside bench firing of three Baylor Lariat student edi- the words and imagery,” Williams said. istic pieces but thinks highly of Williams then. between 10:45 and 10:55 a.m tors who published an article encouraging Davies grows up in the small town of and his writing. $2,000 of student life funds Sept 14. women to decide for themselves whether or McLeod. He must decide between a future “He was a quiet, polite, southern gentle- were allocated to Campus Cru- not to pose for a Playboy photographer. as a concert and opera singer or professor man who cared a lot about his profession,” sade to host the presentation of Information compiled from “He’s a very brave journalist who spent teaching German at a college in Amarillo. Darden said. “And if he’s written a novel, the MAZE, a Christian illusion- Baylor DPS crime report. a career standing on principle and would He also has to choose between two women it’s going to be darn well written because ist group performing Monday rather leave a job than compromise what he for his future bride and between life on the he’s a precise and elegant writer.” on campus.

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By Will Parchman and prove that we can beat them, “It’s a long ride, we will get up While the passing game has Weekly Sports editor prove to ourselves we’re worthy of there and work out in the stadium,” worked as well as it ever has, the going to a bowl game.” Morriss said. “After that we will get ground game is still a work in prog- Big 12 The easiest part of Baylor’s sched- In terms of rankings, Moore is back to normal. The thing about 6 ress. picks ule is just about over. right — Baylor is better than Buf- p.m. starts is what do you do on game “There are things we have to get The Bears’ tilt against the Univer- falo. The Bulls’ offense ranks in the day, and how do you occupy time. fixed in order to move forward,” Game Parchman Bateman Baer Briggs sity of Buffalo (1-2) this Saturday rep- bottom half of Division-IA in every We just have to make sure when we Morriss said. “We are going to work Baylor @ Buffalo BU 30-14 BU 29-14 BU 28-27 BU 47-13 resents Baylor’s final non-conference offensive team category. are sitting around waiting we stay on those this week. I think we are Texas A&M @ A&M Miami Miami Miami test of the season before launching Those numbers are inflated by a focused and get ready to play ball.” making progress, and just have to Miami (FL) 31-17 34-27 27-21 35-32 into Big 12 play at Texas A&M Uni- 21-point fourth quarter performance After subbing in for an injured keep improving each week.” Oklahoma @ Tulsa OU 42-12 OU 39-14 OU 42-17 OU 52-14 versity next weekend. against Penn State University last Brandon Whitaker last week, fresh- Offensive coordinator Lee Hays Texas Tech @ TTU TTU TTU TTU The notion that this could be Bay- weekend after the Nittany Lions man Jay Finley will get his first start said Baylor will emphasize ball con- Oklahoma State 34-24 42-22 49-14 38-32 lor’s best chance at a win left on the pulled their starters. at running back this week. trol this weekend. If that’s to happen, Iowa State @ ISU ISU Toledo Toledo schedule is not lost on senior line- However, considering Appala- Whitaker spearheaded a disap- the running game will have to play a Toledo 21-13 17-15 14-10 21-20 backer Nick Moore. chian State University’s titanic upset pointing rushing attack in Baylor’s more prominent role. Miami (OH) @ CU MU CU CU “You need six wins to go to a bowl of the University of Michigan earlier first three weeks this season. “I think we’re going to have a dog- Colorado 26-21 34-30 21-7 32-28 game. Again, once we get to the Big this year and close upset calls from After being gouged on the ground fight on our hands,” Hays said. ”We 12 it’s a step up in competition,” said several other top-10 teams, Buffalo by Division-II Abilene Christian have to go and protect the ball, play Last week’s record 5-1 5-1 5-1 5-1 Moore, who has compiled 14 tack- over Baylor is not an impossibility. University the week before, the hard and execute.” Overall record 16-2 16-2 16-2 17-1 les and a forced fumble this season. Despite Buffalo’s bottom-tier Texas State University defense held A 3-1 record would reverse the “We are better than Buffalo. They ranking, head coach Guy Morriss Baylor’s rushing attack to 28 yards Bears’ non-conference record from are a good team and we need to beat said that the travel distance, some on 19 carries, a 1.5 yards per attempt last season and inch Baylor one step The weekly Lariat picks can be found on our website, www. them, and we need to go up there 1,400 miles, could be an equalizer. average. closer to that elusive bowl game. baylor.edu/lariat, when not available in Friday’s edition. Soccer Softball schedule limps into reveals tough road weekend By Brian Bateman first six games, is designed to Sports writer help the team ease into its tough battles schedule. Baylor softball’s miracle “Playing at home is impor- 2007 season ended June 2 tant the first weekend for sta- By Justin Baer when Northwestern University bility purposes, especially with Sports writer blanked the Lady Bears 7-0. this team,” Moore said. “Being It was a season of firsts: Bay- ranked in the top 25 for four Immaculate weather, beauti- lor’s first College World Series years now, I think we’re able to ful white sand beaches and play- appearance, first Big 12 cham- draw a few quality teams in here ing the sport you love under the pionship and first national top- for that.” California sun. It sounds like five ranking in school history. With three key senior starters a luxurious weekend trip for a But the Lady Bears aren’t lost to graduation this season, college student. content with past achievements. Baylor’s newest recruits have a Yet there was nothing golden File photo That’s why they made their team chance to move into the start- about the Lady Bears’ trip to the motto “Defending the Crown.” ing line-up and help fill the gap. Golden State last weekend. Walnut, Calif., junior midfielder Andi Fagan reverses direction in a 1-0 win against Samford University on Sept. 17, 2006. With the target now on their However, a Division-I start is As if losing their first two The team returns to Waco for a pair of home games this weekend after being swept in California. back, the Lady Bears will have worlds away from high school. matches of the season wasn’t to battle upset-minded teams But some on the team aren’t disheartening enough, the Lady their trip to the Pacific Coast, quite a few options in choosing Now, the Lady Bears return throughout the year. too worried about the schedule. Bears (4-2-1) also lost the con- but as forward Megan Sherrell McGrath’s replacement. to Waco for the upcoming week- And if the 2008 Lady Bears “I don’t even pay attention tributions of forward Amanda said, Baylor can gain from the Sophomore Beckah Brady is end as they host Iona College expect to repeat their achieve- to it to be honest,” sophomore McGrath for the rest of the sea- experience of such a misfortu- having a strong season so far, and the University of Delaware ments, they will have to battle a utility-player Kirsten Shortridge son. The Sugar Land junior went nate weekend. as she leads the Bears with four for their last non-conference tough schedule as well. said. “I think no matter what we down after tearing three liga- “It was a rough weekend, but goals while Van Linder also says games of the season. Released Wednesday, that go out and play Baylor softball.” ments in her knee. I think that we got better from he expects to see good things This will be the first time schedule includes 10 games For her, the rest of the confer- “Last weekend, everything it,” Mesquite senior Sherrell from seniors Jessica Hutton and Baylor has ever played either against top-25 opponents. ence will have to play Baylor’s that could go wrong did,” head said. “We always go into games Pat Roscovious. team, but the Lady Bears are “We have the defending style of softball. coach George Van Linder said. either wanting to win or get bet- Nonetheless, McGrath’s lead- eager about the new teams they national champion, Arizona, While that means intensely “And it seemed like it moved on ter, and I think we got better. We ership and skill will be greatly will face and hope to make the and Hawaii, who was one game preparing for games, her goals to the fields. learned from our mistakes.” missed by her teammates, but best of their home stand. away from the World Series, on are much higher than simply “Th at i s somet h i ng we a re d i s - Replacing McGrath won’t be they realize that they still have “We’re excited about end- our schedule,” head coach Glenn winning games. appointed about because with an easy task, as Baylor’s lead- something to play for this sea- ing on a good note,” Van Linder Moore said. “I think (making the World the age and experience of our ing scorer two seasons ago had son. said. “A couple of wins hopeful- Add to that the Palm Springs Series) is a great accomplish- team, we were hoping that the started off the year on a strong “Amanda McGrath is a huge ly, at least that’s our plan. We’re Classic in Palm Springs, Calif., ment. I know we can do it again, adversity off the field wouldn’t note. impact on our team,” senior excited about playing someone and the Lady Bears find them- but that’s just setting the bar. I’m transfer on, but it did.” Through seven games, goalkeeper and All-American that we haven’t seen before. selves with a tough preseason. just looking forward to the ulti- The Lady Bears started off McGrath was tied for second on candidate Ashley Noah said. “We are looking forward to “It’s a great all-around tour- mate goal of getting back to the the weekend with a 1-2 loss to the team with eight points, and “She is an amazing forward. putting the finishing touches on nament with many competitive World Series.” Cal State Northridge. Baylor as Van Linder said even when Losing her is a hardship to the things we need to do to prepare teams,” junior Brette Reagan Baylor will begin off-season then capped off their road trip she didn’t have the ball, oppos- team, but we’ll definitely bounce for our Big 12 Conference sea- said. “We get to play many dif- scrimmages with a tournament with a 0-3 shutout at the mercy ing teams constantly paid close back from it. son.” ferent teams like UCLA and today and tomorrow. of a talented Long Beach State attention to her. “We have other great for- The Lady Bears will host Iona Oregon.” Baylor is split into two team. Fortunately for Baylor, the wards on the team as well, so Friday night with kickoff set at The Getterman Classic, squads and will begin play at 2 Obviously it wasn’t what the Lady Bears have strong depth we will be able to get our team 7 p.m. before turning around to which is played at Getterman p.m. against Midland Commu- Lady Bears were hoping for on at forward, so Van Linder has back together.” play Delaware Sunday. Stadium and includes Baylor’s nity College. Men’s tennis rested, ready to open fall season

By Caroline Korsawe Knoll said he hopes to sustain 112 participants are nationally they’ve hit more balls than they end you can support the team 3:10 TO YUMA (R) *RESIDENT EVIL: Reporter the tradition. ranked. He added that this, as had at this stage last year. Last with your own success. It’s still 1:00 4:10 7:20 10:00 EXTINCTION (R) 12:55 *THE BRAVE ONE (R) 3:10 5:25 7:40 9:55 “It’s been a tournament that with every other tournament week’s tournament also enabled good to get good results to make 12:50 4:15 7:00 9:40 *EASTERN PROMISES Baylor men’s tennis opens its we’ve done a good job of defend- this fall will foster the players’ the team to get some matches it easier for the team to get a good MR. BEAN’S HOLIDAY (G) (R) 12:25 2:45 5:05 7:25 1:15 3:20 5:35 7:45 9:50 9:45 fall season by hosting the sev- ing our home court,” Knoll said. development and will be good under its belt. pre-season ranking in January,” SHOOT EM UP (R) 1:10 7:15 BALLS OF FURY I NOW PRONOUNCE (PG-13) 12:20 2:35 4:55 enth annual HEB Intercollegiate “We certainly don’t want to be preparation for team competi- “We got used to being in the Mueller said. 7:25 9:35 YOU CHUCK & LARRY Tournament this weekend. handing the trophy to somebody tion in the spring. match environment again, rath- Kerrville freshman Jordan (PG-13) 3:45 9:20 THE NANNY DIARIES *DRAGON WARS (PG-13) (PG-13) 12:15 2:40 5:10 Play begins at 8:15 a.m. today else. We wanna keep it here.” “It’s always exciting to play er than just practice every day,” Rux, who played junior as well 12:45 3:05 5:30 7:35 9:50 7:30 10:00 HALLOWEEN (R) THE BOURNE ULTIMATUM at the Baylor Tennis Center and Frankfurt, Germany sopho- the home side,” Mueller said. Brown said. as professional tournaments 1:05 3:35 7:05 9:25 (PG-13) 4:05 9:55 *SYDNEY WHITE (PG-13) continues through Sunday. more Dominik Mueller said “We know the courts. It’s just Although tournaments in before he arrived at Baylor, said 12:40 4:20 7:05 9:30 BECOMING JANE (PG-13) 1:20 7:10 It is Baylor’s first tourna- that the team’s goal is to defend prestige to play good at the the fall are played individually, he is excited about the tourna- *GOOD LUCK CHUCK (R) 12:15 2:50 5:20 7:40 RUSH HOUR 3 (PG-13) ment since the NCAA National the title held by Prague, Czech home facility.” Mueller said it makes no differ- ment because it’s the first time 10:00 12:40 2:55 5:25 7:30 9:35 *MR. WOODCOCK (PG-13) SUPERBAD (R) Championship in May, where Republic senior Michal Kokta. All but one Baylor player will ence. he can experience college ten- 12:30 3:00 5:15 7:35 9:40 12:35 4:00 7:00 9:30 the Bears finished third. “One Baylor Bear should be participate in the tournament. He emphasized that personal nis. The tournament begins Bay- the winner,” Mueller said. “My Buseck, Germany senior success can help him gain confi- “The fall is (for) individual lor’s fall individual competition personal goal, of course, is to Lars Poerschke took the fall dence for the spring season. (competition) and you are play- schedule. play as best as possible and off to play professional tour- “I think every tournament ing for yourself, but the team Team competition doesn’t maybe to be that one guy.” naments. Baylor’s lone top 10 counts the same. I want to play goal is still working toward win- THE INVASION (PG-13) EVAN ALMIGHTY (PG) 12:40 3:00 5:15 7:30 9:50 12:35 5:05 9:25 begin until the spring. Knoll said that this tour- player is expected to return in good and prepare serious,” ning the NCAA’s,” Brown said. PIRATES OF THE CARIBBEAN: SURF’S UP (PG) AT WORLD’S (PG-13) 2:45 7:15 A Baylor player has won a sin- nament will give the players the spring. Mueller said. “So we are working together at 1:30 5:20 9:00 DADDY DAY CAMP (PG) THE SIMPSONS (PG-13) gles championship for the last a chance to play some of the Chesham, England junior “You don’t play for the team. getting the best we can be for the 12:45 2:55 5:00 7:05 9:30 12:50 3:05 5:25 7:35 9:45 five years and head coach Matt nation’s best players — 25 of the Matt Brown said that this year You play for yourself, but in the spring.” HOT ROD (PG-13) 12:30 2:40 4:50 7:00 9:15 Blair’s Cove Apartments

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Reporter “I thought it was a unique By Kate Gronewald little place,” Powell said. “It’s got Reporter Whether it is a place to study, a unique atmosphere.” relax in the giant comfy chairs He said he had Beatnix’s High fashion is coming to a or express yourself in an artistic equivalent of a Starbucks frap- store near you. way, Beatnix Coffeehouse offers puccino and enjoyed it. Two days after her spring more than coffee to Baylor stu- “It was more home-like than 2008 runway collection debuted dents and the Waco commu- Starbucks,” Powell said. at New York Fashion Week, Vera nity. In the two years since their Wang launched a line for mid- Beatnix Coffeehouse recently opening, Beatnix has been rec- dle- class Americans. celebrated its second anniver- ognized for its achievements. Simply Vera by Vera Wang, sary, not only as a traditional “We received an award from revealed Sept. 9 and sold exclu- American coffeehouse, but also the Music Association of Central sively at Kohl’s, includes wom- as an art gallery and place to Texas as a non-club venue,” Mill- en’s apparel, accessories and a express creative ideas through erd said. home collection. music and poetry. Simpson said Open Mic Jamz Featured as a “premium fash- Courtesy photo “We have, I guess in a way, are open to anyone that wants to ion and lifestyle brand,” Simply Vera Wang’s Simply Wang line for established ourselves in the play and doesn’t have enough to Vera encourages confidence and Kohl’s defines cheap chic. artistic community as a gallery fill a full set. personal style, according to the for local artists and as a music Beatnix also is open to all David Poe/Lariat staff company Web site. chandise by 30 percent and venue,” said Todd Millerd, pro- local bands and solo artists that Beatnix Coffeehouse, at 1826 Lake Shore Drive, offers a creative venue where “This is an extra-special line,” runs through Saturday. prietor of Beatnix. want to play on a designated patrons can enjoy original artwork, poetry and music. said Stephanie Liles, the misses Several collection pieces are Proprietor Penney Simpson night if they can fill a two-hour department supervisor at the sold out on the Web site, and the works alongside Millerd — she set, she said. compete by reading or reciting “If you are an emerging art- Waco Kohl’s. “The designer Waco Kohl’s has moved up its handles marketing and he han- “It’s a place for them to gar- original work on the Beatnix ist, you have to start showing,” herself put a lot of thought and next Simply Vera merchandise dles the food. Both proprietors ner support, start a fan base stage, which will be the first of Walton said. “Beatnix is one of detail into it.” shipment to accommodate con- said they wanted to create a or just practice their material,” its kind in Waco. the better (places to show) in The collection revolves sumer demand. place that was a family environ- Simpson said. The next day during the Waco.” around Wang’s four core focus- “I think this expansion is a ment, but that was open to cul- Beatnix serves the Baylor festival, they will have teenage The food menu has changed es: comfort and style, details, very smart move,” said Austin. tural and artistic expression. community in many ways. singer-songwriters performing since it first opened because of layering and mixing textures. “She did a great job making an “We endeavor very hard It has had students from on the stage. customer requests, but Beatnix “We’ve had all types of peo- inexpensive line while keeping to make cultural and artistic Baylor use the coffeehouse to The coffeehouse doubles as wanted keep the food authentic ple coming in asking about it,” high fashion in mind.” expression very much a part of raise support for mission trips, an art gallery for local artists. to the typical coffeehouse style, Liles said. “They really love the Kohl’s stores aren’t the only the atmosphere,” Simpson said. reserve it for meetings and per- Laura Walton is in charge of Millerd said. way it fits and the way the fabric place a fashion-minded con- Different types of expression form sets on a regular night or at organizing the shows. The ownership of the build- feels.” sumer can catch a glimpse of they offer are poetry, music, art open mic night, Millerd said. The art currently displayed is ing that Beatnix is in has recent- Wang’s new apparel designs Simply Vera. and beginning soon, a one-act Beatnix have constantly been the work of Susan Roberts and ly changed and moving the cof- mirror her signature simplicity According to company play one Monday night a month. trying to rethink and remake will be up until Sunday. feehouse may be the next item and style in predominate shades reports, Simply Vera inspired Open Mic Jamz, the open mic themselves based on its initial Beatnix will be showcasing on its agenda. of purple, black, gray and navy. Kohl’s to create its most inno- night at Beatnix, happens Satur- business plan, Simpson said. three graffiti and pop artists, “The future of this present “Vera Wang’s new line appears vative marketing campaign to days from 8 to 11 p.m. An important goal achieved John Garner, Cody Seigmund location is kind of up in the air,” to be tasteful and still very fash- date. It also has an open mic poet- for Beatnix this year is its direct and Keith Kusler, beginning Millerd said. ionable,” said Amarillo senior Promotional efforts include ry night, hosted by HOT poets, involvement in the Waco Cul- Tuesday. Beatnix is also trying to add Liesl Austin. “An untrained eye magazine advertisements, direct from 8 to 10 p.m. every Thurs- tural Arts festival. Beatnix holds a reception new forms of artistic expres- would have trouble differentiat- mailers and TV commercials day night. “We have our own stage this to meet the artists and manage sion to their repertoire. Waco ing her Simply Vera line from featuring autumn city streets, Waco freshman Colin Powell year,” Millerd said. public relations for them, mak- Civic Theatre will be partnering her runway designs.” Wang’s voice and Iggy Pop’s went to Beatnix to see a couple On Sept. 29 it will hold a ing it more of a gallery. The art- with them on the next project, Wang’s affordable luxury 1977 hit “The Passenger.” of friends who were playing on poetry slam in which poets work is also for sale. monthly one-act plays. apparel prices range from $48 to “I have seen the ads and all $138 for textured bubble skirts, the clothes look trendy,” said belted sweaters, draping knit Dallas senior Corey Payne. tops and embellished dresses. “Vera Wang is so well-known “I think that brand exten- in apparel. I think Kohl’s really Leal’s: From the border to your buds sion by many of the designers needs her to compete.” to lower price points is a result For fashionistas saving up of the heightened interest in for a luxury-like purchase, take By Miriam Romero doors 14 years ago. fashion brought into society by your time. Contributor The taste of Leal’s is brought celebrities and media, like Proj- Simply Vera is here to stay, to Waco straight from Puebla, ect Runway,” said Dr. Judith Lusk, with new designs premiering After living in Texas for three Mexico, and is offered at break- professor of family and consum- seasonally. years, I’ve learned what Tex-Mex fast and lunch. er sciences. “I think that people, Kohl’s licensing deal is a long- food brings to the table. Standard Tex-Mex is no com- no matter what their economic term agreement with a subsid- If you’re a Tex-Mex lover, parison to Leal’s exquisite Mexi- status, can have an appreciation iary of the Vera Wang Group. there’s a restaurant in Wood- can cuisine. for beauty and fashion.” Wang’s company, founded way, a suburb on the west side of Leal’s is also active in the The most expensive prod- in 1990 as a bridal salon, blos- Waco, that will have your taste com mu n it y t h rough yout h s pon- ucts in the Simply Vera line are somed into a high-end luxury buds thanking you for authentic sorships and its success has also Wang’s $389 comforters. brand and continues to expand Mexican food. landed contracts with Provi- Simply Vera footwear features globally. dence Hospital (sending up to heels, ballet flats and boots, Her brand extensions now RESTAURANTREVIEW 200 burritos a day) and Midway averaging $80 a pair. include eyewear, fragrances, High School (sending up to 700 Wang’s emphasis on detail is dishes, mattresses and even fine Walking into Leal’s Mexican to 1,000 burritos a week). clearly witnessed in small black papers. Restaurant is like walking into In 1980, Cesar came to the bows atop calf-high boots and In 2005, Wang won the Mexico. United States from Puebla, Mex- jewels adorning ballet flats. Council of Fashion Designers of Red, black, green, yellow and ico. Bigger jewels may require America’s Womenswear Design- orange mark the walls and the When he arrived, he did not more cash. er of the Year award. golden-brown ceramics add to set out to own his own business, Wang’s silver and gold pen- She lives in New York with the authentic Mexican feel. but merely to earn a living. dants, bangles, and sparkling her husband and two children. I stepped up to the counter Through many ups and cocktail rings cost up to $250. Wang declares on Kohl’s Web and ordered a Coke to go with downs with other jobs, he finally But be patient, bargain shop- site that she loves to add “a little my bell-pepper, tomato and found a stable job at IHOP, where pers, because even luxury bit of the unexpected.” cilantro southern-style eggs. Courtesy Photo he worked as a dishwasher. designers’ goods aren’t exempt Thanks to her, when shop- As I held the tall, icy-cold He taught himself English by from the clearance rack. pers enter Kohl’s stores this fall, Customers enjoy breakfast and lunch daily at Leal’s Mexican Restaurant, a glass bottle, I looked for the favorite among locals in the Woodway area. asking questions and learning Kohl’s current promotional they might just be pleasantly bottle opener. what certain things were. sale reduced Simply Vera mer- surprised. This made me feel like I had Soon after he began to learn just ordered a Coke from a roll- out the door as conversations your lips says volumes about the Enligh, he was offered a cooking away stand in the streets of seemed to carry on for no lon- cuisine that comes with it. position at IHOP. Puerto Penasco. ger than ten minutes and cease The taste of authenticity can From that point on, he put Their menudo and break- upon arrival of their food. usually be found in tortillas, and his cooking skills to work, even- fast burritos, which are week- Leal’s is affordable and no Leal’s definitely has it. tually opening Leal’s. end specials, had customers matter what you order, you will Lunch plates consist of your “Now I’m living what you wrapped around the building be satisfied for every penny entree, which can range from call the ‘American Dream,’” Leal and standing in the parking lot. spent. enchiladas to flautas, and rice said. As families and couples You can enjoy chips and salsa and beans. Leal’s is open for breakfast walked out, workers were right for only $1 as you wait for your The enchiladas will blow and lunch daily. behind them clearing and clean- order. your mouth away. Operating hours are Monday ing tables so that others could The breakfast plates come With the red chile sauce and through Friday from 6:30 a.m. sit and enjoy their fresh meal. with “papas” (small potatoes) grilled onion aroma waving past to 2:30 p.m. and Saturday and With a quick, yet patient and beans — enough food make your nose, you can not resist Sunday from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. motion, the owner was able to it difficult to get to your last taking bite after bite. So breakaway from typical keep the line movingTO PLACE at a steadyYOUR ADVERTISEMENT bite. , CALL (254) 710-3407 Leal’s is a small community Tex-Mex and stop by Leal’s at pace. 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MAZE duo to perform illusions FREE from page 1 are paying the composers. I By Christopher Stone at 7 p.m. Monday in Waco Hall. your face,” Whitney said. “It just think they’re lowballing the cre- Reporter Campus Crusade for Christ is gets you thinking.” ators of the music because they sponsoring the event, which is Campus Crusade ministry have such a dominance and If you’ve walked on campus free to the public. staffer Matt Ward said MAZE is they don’t pay a legitimate size this week, you must be asking, Belton junior Scott Holling- great at getting audience mem- fee, but I’m glad they’re paying “What is the MAZE?” sworth is part of the Campus bers involved in the act. something,” he said. The question has been Crusade promotional team “I think we will pack out Fairfax, Va., junior Amanda chalked all over campus side- responsible for spreading the Waco Hall and that many stu- Holcomb likes the idea that walks and streets to promote word about MAZE on campus. dents will leave with a different advertisements pay for the the distinctive ministry of Jim He said in addition to the per- perspective on reality than when downloads, and that SpiralFrog Munroe and Tennyson McCarty. formances, MAZE will also walk they entered.”Ward said. could deter people from down- The duo of illusionists, known around campus presenting a few Their most recent campus loading illegally. “People who as MAZE, will be coming to of their acts to small crowds. stop was Sep. 13 at Morehead use LimeWire and other applica- campus Monday to perform. “They seem to be very authen- State University in Morehead, tions might switch to a website MAZE uses illusion, multi- tic and real guys that want to get Ky. Rich Duffield, Central Ken- like SpiralFrog so they won’t be media and relational campaigns your mind thinking,” he said. tucky director for Campus committing a crime,” she said. to illuminate truth to university Hollingsworth also said that Crusade for Christ, oversees Darden said when artists or students. while MAZE’s message is Chris- Campus Crusade ministries on record companies don’t receive “College is a time when stu- tian, the approach is appealing several campuses and invited appropriate financial compen- dents think they have it all fig- because it is not evangelistic. MAZE to come. sation the consumers suffer as ured out,” Munroe said in a press “On their Web (site) there are “On a college campus people well. release. “We ask them, what if a lot of videos that make you are being fed with so many ide- Darden said it comes as no you’re wrong?” think about depression or hard ologies,” Duffield said. “What surprise that Apple products are On their Web site, www. times in life,” Hollingsworth they (MAZE) do is try to get not compatible with SpiralFrog. whatisthemaze.com, the duo said. “They are trying to help you to consider that there is a According to Darden, Apple and said the medium of illusion you see what you really need lot of deception. Is it possible Courtesy Photo Universal have never gotten launches audiences into a state to navigate (through) the hard that what you believe and what along well, and SpiralFrog could of questioning and said its times.” you’ve always been taught is Illusionists Jim Munroe and Tennyson McCarty will perform on campus 7 potentially exploit iTunes’ flaws. name is a metaphor for the jour- Valley Mills sophomore Lace wrong?” p.m. Monday in Waco Hall. But only time can tell whether ney people take on the road to Whitney, also part of the Cam- More than 650 people attend- or not SpiralFrog can outlive ultimate truth. Vice president pus Crusade promotional team, ed the Morehead event. iTunes. for student life Dub Oliver said said that taking a friend to see “If you want to be entertained, said. duo met while at the University “We say that iTunes looks MAZE, who is scheduled to per- the MAZE might be a chance for freaked out and blown away According to Vertical Min- of Texas in Austin and started like some kind of monolith and form at both Chapel services people to approach the subject all the while being challenged istries, McCarty’s father was performing there. Since then, it will never be broken, but the Monday, is creative and unique. of faith. about the way you think about a professional illusionist and MAZE has performed on col- next technology that comes In addition to the Chapel per- “It’s a good opportunity to the world, then this would be a Munroe began practicing dur- lege campuses and other venues along that does better than what formances, MAZE will perform invite people because it’s not in great thing to come to,” Duffield ing his early school days. The around the world. the iPod does will eventually be there,” said Darden. One downfall of the program is that downloads cannot be “It is not and never has been are “hard to believe.” Bell had a court-appointed rick, 36, who drove with three burned to a CD, but that could JENA from page 1 about race,” Walters said. “It is Gassaway said there are peo- attorney, who critics have said friends from Atlanta to protest soon change if someone is able about finding just ice for an inno- ple “whose existence depends has given “ineffective assistance the treatment of the teens. to decrypt the digital rights cent victim and holding people on disrupting harmony” and of counsel.” Sharpton admonished the management copy protection. “the justice system isn’t applied accountable for their actions.” creating controversial topics. “That’s a typical complaint. demonstrators to remain peace- the same to all crimes and all Bell, 16 at the time of the Hate crimes do occur often, It’s easy to blame conviction on ful, and there were no reports of people.” December attack, is the only Gassaway said, and the punish- the attorney,” Gassaway said. trouble as of midmorning. District Attorney Reed Wal- one of the “Jena Six” to be tried ment differs from state to state. Thursday’s rally had been White residents in the pre- ters, who is prosecuting the case, so far. “It actually has to be a hate crime planned to coincide with Bell’s dominantly white town of 3,000 said Wednesday that race had He was convicted on an and that’s why the judge in Loui- sentencing, but organizers have largely been reluctant to FILM from page 1 nothing to do with the charges. aggravated second-degree bat- siana dismissed the ‘hate crime’ decided to press ahead even comment, saying privately that He said he didn’t charge the tery count that could have sent of the nooses hung in the tree. after the conviction was thrown the town was being unfairly por- white students accused of hang- him to prison for 15 years, but Hanging nooses didn’t violate out. trayed. Allentown, Pa., junior Sam ing the nooses because he could the conviction was overturned any laws and in fact, it was pro- Bell remains jailed while “I believe in people standing Chen is the director of the Intel- find no Louisiana law under last week when a state appeals tected by the First Amendment prosecutors prepare an appeal. up for what’s right,” said resi- ligent Design Undergraduate which they could be charged. court said he should not have because it was free speech.” He has been unable to meet the dent Ricky Coleman, 46, who is Research Center. In the beating case, he said, been tried as an adult. Gassaway said a hate crime $90,000 bond. white. “What bothers me is this He met and talked to Mathis four of the defendants were of Baylor Law School alum- is when somebody does some- “We all have family members town being labeled racist. I’m on Thursday. adult age under Louisiana law nus Judge Michael Gassaway at thing whose primary motivation about the age of these guys. We not racist.” Chen said he thought it was and the only juvenile charged County Court at Law No. 2 said for the act was based on ethnic- said it could have been one of interesting how generic and as an adult, Mychal Bell, had a he has read the allegations on ity, gender or any other discrim- them. We wanted to try to do Staff writer Star De La Cruz closed the administration’s prior criminal record. this case and in his opinion they ination. something,” said Angela Mer- contributed to this story. speech is about this issue.

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