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This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License. This Book is brought to you for free and open access by the University Publications at ScholarWorks@BGSU. It has been accepted for inclusion in BG News (Student Newspaper) by an authorized administrator of ScholarWorks@BGSU. BEE GEE NEWS 'in m VOL. XVI. BOWLING GREEN STATE COLLEGE, NOVEMBER 17, 1931 No. 9. V* MW Y. M. STARTS WHY BE HONEST Not long ago an article appeared in the TEXT STUDY Bee Gee News giving out statistics on the Develop the mind alone and you have a THIKEffiCMD relative honesty of college students. Ac- skeptic, develop the heart alone and you cording to these, BO per cent of our college have a bigot, develop the body alone and students would cheat in a crisis. Impossi- you have a brute; but develop the mind, ble—nearly everybody is honest. If they heart and body and you have the noblest were not our whole civilization would soon work of God—A Man. be a thing of the past, or would never have This unified development of the mind, come into existence; we would live like heart and body is the nucleus around which savages, every man watching every other we are building this year's Y. M. C. A. pro- man, not daring to trust him. gram. Our aim this year is for quality and On all sides of us today we see evidence not quantity. of relationships based on mutual trust and At our last meeting we decided to take confidence between individuals, social up the study of Hodgkin's book—The Way Interest in the snapshot section of group, and nations. Without honesty co- of Jesus. This book is divided into weekly the Key should run high when the operation would be impossible. The business divisions and then sub-divided into daily Keys are distributed next spring. It of the world is based on credit. Everyday units. It is our plan to take up these week- is the plan of the Staff to incorporate people deposit savings in banks, make large ly units in informal discussions at our re- snapshots which symbolize and depict loans, invest thousands of dollars in various gular Y. M. C. A. meetings which are every the life about Bowling Green. Frater- enterprise, because they can rely on the Thursday evening from 7:00 to 8:00. honesty of men. We extend the right hand of welcome to nity and Sorority snaps, activities of other organizations, social events, and Each of us have two types of talents (1) every man on the campus, an invitation to physical talents which make us useful and attend our Y. M. C. A. meetings which are the fun and frolic of capricious col- legians are all grist for the mill which enable us to do things as they should be open to all. turns out a complete Key. done. (2) Social talents—Loyalty, fairness Of all sections, the snapshot section W. A. A. News is to sweep frcm corner to corner of (Continued on page 2, column 1) The W. A. A. board was invited by the the campus, gathering in its train the president, Thelma Dillinger, to spend the episodes and personalities which Suitcase Brigade week-end at her cottage on the Maumee. The make college history. Inasmuch as a twelve mile hike and the pleasures of its good beginning is essential for this Stays in Trenches destination were enjoyed by all who went. section, the Staff would like to re- Strange to see so many on the campus Exploring and hiking were features of the mind the student body that subjects over week-ends. But it's none the less ex- vacation. for interesting snaps are continually hilerating. The Homecoming was success- The Archery tournament, planned for at hand. A box will be placed in the ful in persuading many of the docile Fresh- Armistice afternoon, was postponed on ac- main corridor of the Administration men to stay—and many of the upperclass- count of the weather. building. Drop your snap-shots in this men, too. Plans are progressing for the "Kick-Off" box or hand them to Willard Ault or Why can't we have that sort of a crowd dance given for the football men and W. William Sloat. Attach your name and every week-end? It would go far toward A. A. girls. the subject-matter of each picture to building up a school spirit that would mean After the outdoor sports season is over, the snapshot. Begin now! I much to the college. a sports dinner will be given for all who Here's a suggestion for the fraternities have participated. At this time emblems and KEY PAYMENTS DUE and sororities. Have something doing every awards will be made. The occasion will be MONDAY, NOV. 23 week-end. Don't let a meeting pass with- on the Monday after Thanksgiving. Don't out encouraging your members to stay and forget the date, November 30. enjoy the fellowship you can afford. By w "•"_ •— a»~f. _ •"•_ doing this you would be the author of a Miss Ethel Reed, fourth grade critic at Kindergarten Ass'n. work most sorely needed at Bowling Green. the Ridge Street School, and her student teachers had a weiner roast Wednesday Meets afternoon at Vollmar's Park. The Billy The Kindergarten-Primary Association Emerson Literary Goat furnished plenty of entertainment af- had its annual alumni meeting Saturday ter the roast. The girls taking part were morning, Nov. 7. A lovely two course break- Society the Misses Maxine Cook, Naomia Gifford, fast was served at ten o'clock at the Wo- "Lest We Forget" was the topic of dis- Arville Beier, Cora Beaver, Frances Kelsey, man's club. An interesting program was cussion Wednesday night at the meeting of and Jesse Harshman. rendered by the present members, Miss the Emerson Literary Society. After the Isabelle Stanton acting as toastmistress. regular business meeting the following pro- Last Tuesday evening the association gram was enjoyed: readings by Laura Tea Dance at Shatzel held its monthly meeting in Shatzel Hall Bates; "What America Did" by Arden The girls at Shatzel Hall sponsored a Annex. Mrs. Hissong gave an interesting Snyder; vocal solo, "Lest We Forget" by Tea Dance given in the Annex, Wednesday talk on the World War. Miss Paxton, our Wesley Watson; oration by G. C. Munger. afternoon from 2:30 until 5:00. Bob present advisor, spoke to us and invited us War songs were then sung by the entire Butler's orchestra kept everyone in good to visit the kindergarten. An enjoyable society. Ethel Rita Miller then took charge spirits. Features of the afternoon were the time was had by all, and we heartily invite of parliamentary drill and after several Girl's Choice dance and the Circle dance. all Kindergarten-Primary students to at- weighty matters of importance were dis- Hot tea and wafers were served. tend these meetings. cussed, the meeting adjourned. PAGE 2 BEE GEE NEWS BEE GEE NEWS DEFECTS OF PRESENT Billy's Doings PUBLISHED EVERY TUESDAY EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM BY THE Conversation overheard between two STUDENTS AND FACULTY In a recent educational article by Dr. OF freshman anticipating Mr. Crowley's de- BOWLING GREEN STATE COLLEGE Clarence Cook Little, former president of >' ■—" mand for notebooks: "And how do you con- the University of Michigan, attention is ROBERT BOYER * , __ _- EDITOR-IN-CHIEF struct the infinite curve?" WILLIAM NOBLE ASSOCIATE EDITOR called to the fact that American colleges and " and then drop a perpen- PAT LIMBER ASSISTANT EDITOR universities will expend for the current DON CRYER SPORTS EDITOR dicular up to the diagonal." MEARL BARRETT ORGANIZATION year approximately $500,000,000 for the ARDEN SNYDER SOPHOMORE REPORTER MINNIE MILLOFF FRESHMAN REPORTER education of 1,000,000 young people. RUTH HARRIS REPORTER "Slim Clingaman deserted old B. G. over KATE CLEARY SATIRE One-third of those entering college this EDWIN BANNING AND EDDIE LOOMIS SKETCHING the week-end and attended the Navy-State PROF. G. W. BEATTIE FACULTY ADVISOR year, it is estimated, will drop out by the end of the freshman year. Many of these game. The man—well he was just a friend SUBSCRIPTION RATES enter college poorly prepared, or lack ab- of hers. SINGLE COPY FIVE CENTS PER YEAR FIFTY CENTS ility, and many more are forced out of col- lege by the intolerant attitude of instruc- The drug store cowboy seems to be mak- SEND ALL REMITTANCES TO tors. ing quite a hit with a certain Bills Hall BUSINESS MANAGER BEE GEE NEWS BOWLING GREEN, OHIO In addition to the one-third of the col- dame. Careful there, you in 18. IN CARE OF B. G. S. C. lege group eliminated annually, there are hundreds of thousands of brighter young WHY BE HONEST The permanent question with Fern (Continued from page 1, column 3) minds who ought to be receiving some bene- Kaiser is: 'Shall I go home this week-end?' fit from the $1,665,000,000 invested in our various higher institutions of learning. helpfulness and honesty—Virtues that en- We're finding things out over here—you able us to get along in society. The satis- Is this educational situation as it should be or are our colleges and universities fail- can't blow out the candles on the tables in faction derived from these is deeper and the dining-hall, and if you do, you only more lasting than that of the others. There- ing to function in the largest possible way have to relight them. Take it from one who fore honesty is worth while for its own in the lives of our American youth? Dr. sake. Little, with his intimate acquaintance with knows. Of course there are people who are dis- American colleges takes the latter view, honest. We meet them every day in all kinds and suggests several reasons for this College men are making more frequent of places and occupations. They are of this failure. visits at Billys'. No fooling, some can us- type because of mental derangement or "In too many of our higher schools of ually be heard (if not seen) at most any because they have never had a chance. Oc- education," he declares, "the main purpose time during free hours. casionly we find such a person in the class- and desire is to continue to pile up know- room, who carries the false idea that he is ledge rather than to consider the needs or Why did so many girls stay home last kidding his teachers and is too nearsighted youth." Wednesday afternoon? The answer—work. to know that he is only kidding himself. "While there has been a revolution to- While we are young we are building the ward individualism in politics and indus- Private gym lessons are given each night habits that make us what we are when we try, absolutism still rules in education, and in 133. Better see Skinny if you have too are older. Then let it not be said of us, that also in religion." much avoirdupois. 50 per cent of college students are dishonest "Professors hand down the law. Product; cf our own education system, it has been and not to be trusted. We can dispute this Bet you don't know the 8th wonder of necessary for them to obtain a Ph. D—a by the evidence we display in class-room the world ask Doyle and Hall for further and activities. By staying apart from crib- degree of German origin, based upon fatu information. bing and bluffing in the classroom, and accumulation before they can teach in uni- playing clean in outside activties, we can versities. Thereafter promotion depends not building up the foundations of our later upon teaching ability but upon 'research' We know why the serenaders prefer honesty. —the further accumulation of facts. Dried —they don't receive the applause at Will- "Honor is not simply truthfulness; it is to dust, their own personalities suppressed, iams that they do at the other dorm. Well, truthfulness sparkling with the fire of a detached frcm today, lacking sympathy boys, all we can say is: "Come earlier." susceptible personality. It is something with youth and insight into its problems, The last time you came it was so late we more than an ornament even to the loftiest." many thousands of professors seek only to had a gone to bed and we scarcely ever clap —George H. Calvert. mold students in their own image. They in our sleep. pour out their facts and their theories and if the students can memorize these and pour Girls will be girls—-you should hear them Logan County Club them back at examination time, that is flat- in 11. Do they have fun??? The Logan County Club held its second t3ring—and all is well. meeting Nov. 10. Twelve members and two The students who do this best are en- The mice are very acrobatic around here. advisors, Mrs. Gryting and Miss Mills, were couraged to make education their profession. The girls in 16 were aroused from a peace- present to answer the roll call by receiting These few specialists, instead of the great ful slumber to find a mouse running up a poem. body of students whose aim is a liberal edu- the curtains the other night. Three traps It was suggested by Miss Mills that we cation are the favored of the classroom." were set but "Mousie" has not been seen make a study of the interesting points in "In time, seeking admission to the 'un- since. Logan county, as Zane Caverns, Piatt ion' via the Ph. D. route, they become in- Castle, the highest point in Ohio, etc. structors of freshmen as a necessary evil A girl may respect a fellow a lot more After the business session the social —for sustenance—while their major in- if he doesn't try to kiss her but she'll in- committee took charge and provided very t2rest is 'research'." It is most unfortunate vite somebody else to the fish fry. interesting entertainment. for 'freshmen, most in need of inspiration, The next meeting will be December 8 and to be handed over to these oldish young each person is to bring a gift, not exceeding men' who, in many instances, are still Short Cuts to Popularity (No. 24) ten cents, for the gift box. The program working on a dissertation for a Ph. D. I shine in conversation. will be in charge of Russel Alloway, Ster- They are dull, uninteresting and have con- I'm quite the life of every crowd. ling Tennant, Mrs. Gryting, and Miss It's not because I'm brilliant, though Mills. (Continued on page 3, column 3) No one else can talk so loud! BEE GEE NEWS PAGE 3

DEFECTS OF PRESENT EDUCATIONAL GLORIOUS VICTORY Skol Scrawl (Continued from pare 2, column 2) CLOSES SEASON Homecoming proved to be a gala occasion for the Skols. Guests began to arrive at the tempt for those in their charge." A blocked punt by Jack Thorout stellar- Subjected to such instructors (?) the House Friday afternoon and continued to end and recovery by Harry Traub star more active student thinkers know what is tackle for a touchdown in the last minute do so the remainder of the week-end. The wrong, as is shown by many an under- of the last game for Bee Gee's 1931 war- real festivities started after the dance when graduate published statement. "Students at riors was a dramatic close of a successful the girls turned domestic and with the aid Purdue placed ability to teach, including season. Going into the game the underdogs of all modern electrical appliances prepared personality and broadmindedness, ahead of by at least five touchdowns, eleven men food for the gods (that is, if they like mere knowledge of the subject." gave all they had and were victorious 6-0. toasted sandwiches, coffee and popcorn— The Harvard student council urged that Six seniors, Traub, Thorout, Ault, Perry, and oh yes, grape-juice). For the fine points the professional type of scholar be restrict- Marsh and C. Stevenson were playing their of bottle-opening see Cole and Kay. Gene ed to teaching courses primarily for gradu- last game, and what a whale of a game they Williams, now an authority on perpetual ates, and added that 'teaching needs to be did play—actually tongues were hanging motion, popped the pop-corn. She is ser- injected more largely with human values' ." out. Outweighed five or ten pounds per iously considering running a pop-corn "At Oregon a suggestive program drawn man, but not outfought or outcharged, Bee stand in front of the Ad. building where up by undergraduates declared that the Gee's running attack was superior and the your patronage will be appreciated. function of a university is to educate its Mounts had an advantage in the aerial The annual luncheon held at the Woman's students, and that research is of minor im- game. Any team that can hold a team for Cub Saturday noon was a huge success. portance." eight downs from scoring from the two Over forty Skols were present. Vera Swit- "All of these are saying in effect, that— yard line deserves to win, and that's just zer welcomed the guests and introduced Dr. in too many instances—the wrong type of what we did. Williamson and Dr. McCain both of whom man teaches, and that the subjects taught Thrills and more thrills. Seems like the lesponded with very inspiring toasts. Im- are not vitalized." There is need of rebuild- Falcons can only play against supposedly promptu speeches were given by Esther ing "the machinery of education, as indus- superior opponents. One fan remarked, Brown, one of Skol's first presidents, "Pea- try has been rebuilt to serve the consumer "best game I've seen since Ohio State beat nuts" March, Jean Sherer and Alice Kay —to make its very foundation the student, Michigan 17-16." But lest we forget, one Fels. After the luncheon the Alumni in- and not the research scholar." more game remains, a battle too—Frosh spected the House. They were very much "The world has changed mightily. Civili- vs. Sophs, Friday p. m. November 20. pleased with it. zation is in a more flint state than ever be- fore. Our youth, which has had wider con- tacts than any earlier generation, senses Seven Sisters The Skols viewed the football game from this fluidity. They re-examine and question A very pleasant Homecoming was en- their reserved section, and after a couple of ideas once held absolute," and demand men joyed by the Seven Sister Sorority. Satur- hours of braving the elements, they were who are teachers, and not merely research day evening, the Sorority had their annual only too glad to adjourn to the House and men who are also drawing salaries as in- Homecoming dinner at the Women's club. partake of Mrs. Katzenbarger's altogether structors. Twenty-four alumnae attended the dinner delicious chili. Thus, not only the more thoughtful stu as well as most of the members. On Saturday night after the play and dents, but also the better thinkers who have Now that Homecoming is over, plans are dates, that great question, "Can Miss Can- passed through the universities, are de- being made for the coming Rush party, non make fudge?" was answered. The an- manding that "our system of higher edu- which is to be held, Nov. 13th. swer is "YES"! The discovery was the cation must be liberalized," and that one Formal initiation was given to the pledges kitchenette of Dr. Williamson's and Miss of the greatest needs of our colleges today Tuesday evening, Nov. 10. Cannon's lovely new apartment. Another is broad-minded sympathetic teachers, and discovery was also made—Ditter has no not merely research instructors who are head for bridge, but she's a champion working to satisfy the demand for higher Henry County Club "Hearts" player. Thank you, sponsors, for degrees. • • • The Henry County club held their third a very lovely time! meting on Oct. 27, in the Woman's gym. Delhis, we have an apology to make. We JUST A SUGGESTION— This meeting was in the form of a mas- tried to stay awake but your serenades Why not make a practice of singing "The querade party, and over twenty-five mask- were too soothing. ed members attended. After a short bus- Awakening Chorus" on Monday morning?" After the last guest had left Sunday —I. M. Short. iness meeting the members took part in night we sighed and said "Thus endeth a games and dancing. Later on doughnuts, joyous—but—sleepless Homecoming, and popcorn, and cider were served. The next When a boy trades his fraternity pin for then started wondering hew we would ever a girl, there must be something wrong with meeting will be held during the later part make our eight o'clccks the next morning. the pin. of November. The Rush Party Thursday evening was indeed a lovely affair. It started with a Formal Dinner at the Womans club after j Every national championship of which we went to the Skol supper club, any importance during the past Bee Gee's only night club. It was raided ten years has been won by play- and is no longer in operation. The nine QUALITY SHOPPE ers equipped with Converse rushees were present with clever strands Latest in Modes and Fashion "All Star"! of beads. Full line of Ladies' apparel, Brown Army Duck, Black trim- Just for a pastime the Skols living at the Corselettes, Lingerie, Dresses, med, ankle guard. All sizes 6 House have gone in for gang wars. Oh, for Hats, Hosiery and Expert Hem- to 11. Narrow and wide widths. quiet Chicago! stitching. Price You are cordially invited to in- $3.75 pair Sweet Young Thing: "Dammit!" spect our merchandise and make English Prof.: My word! comparison. S. Y. T.: Pardon me, I didn't realize I Phone 184-L 124 S. Main was plagiarizing. PAGE 4 BEE GEE NEWS WV The Chem. prof, entered the lab. and spot- 3-K ting a freshman busily engaged in what Shatzel Snitches A Snitch in Time. On Saturday afternoon, of Homecoming appeared to be pouring water on himself, week-end, the sorority girls and sponsors he approached nearer and asked, ''What seems to be the matter, my boy?" Four boxes of candy have come and gone gathered at the Methodist church to wit- from Room 123. ness the wedding of Ollivene Saddoris of "Well, you see, sir, I pourned wet salt Fostoria to Willis Bolen of Wayne. all over my pants, and as it is soluble in sulphuric acid—Gosh, where's my pants?" We are still appreciating the Homecoming Ollivene is an alumna member of our flowers. sorority and was graduated last year from the music course. Freddie, get the nails. We're gonna spike Watch your step, girls! Demerits are in Preceding the ceremony Glen Craw the punch. fashion. played several organ selections, and Mary Miller sang "I Love You Truly." #f ■»i Shatzel is soon to become a department The impressive double ring ceremony was store. Christmas cards, candy, beauty pre- performed by the Rev. S. M. Ingmire. CLA-ZE THEATRE parations, finger waves, haircuts, gum The bride, attractively attired in a silk TUES., WED. and THUR. (slightly used) or what have you? crepe dress of green and white, the sorority Nov. 17-18-19 colors, was given in marriage by her BOOTH TARKINGTON'S Everybody is getting ready for Home- father. She carried a shower bouquet of novel coming. The dorm has taken on an autumn pink tea roses. air with corn shocks, leaves, and the var- "Penrod and Sam" iety of decorations that the committee has After the ceremony a reception was held with Leon Janney and Junior at the Sorority House. What a monstrous Coghlan arranged. We are also anticipating the cake! Wilma Stone got a ring in her piece feast. * of wedding cake, while Nannie Lee Rush SUN. and MON., Nov. 22-23 caught the bride's bouquet. Who's next, Charles Farrell Shatzel boasts of four new floor lamps, pray tell? In bought with some of our 25c. Rice, tin cans, signs, and old shoes were "Heartbreak*' much in evidence. We all wish Ollie and Three guesses why we see so many fin- Willis much happiness. ger waves! You only need two—the photo- grapher is here and this is Homecoming The anual homecoming dinner was held Week. in Fetzer's Grill at 6:30. Corsages of baby mums were given as favors. We certainly CLARK PATTON "Hart's" hopeless case by a phone call want to boost future homecomings. This Successor to Bolles Drug Store turned out to be hopeful. • • • — ■ — — • — • — year seventeen girls were back. Buy your Stationery, Com- Monday evening the "Big Owl Cabaret" pacts, Perfumes, Toilet Dean Dorm Dashes opened its doors for the first time for the Articles, and School Supplies entertainment of ten rushees. Tough look- here. Guests over the week-end were Janice ing gangsters and their molls were there. Hoffert, Tiffin; Amy Favourite, and Helen Bang, bang! Fine, no casualties that eve- Nyal Family Remedies Day, Edgerton; Addie Holcomb, Gibson- ning. Favors of brass paper knives were burg; Mildred Danklefesen, Bellevue; Mil- given. *•*" dred Reynolds, Elmore and Rosa Ella Bus- hong, Mt. Blanchard. Specialties were a -♦ high class dinner Saturday at five thirty Have you seen our new sign on the house yet? Well, you've a treat waiting at the 'Jenny', and a theatre party that for you then. night. "Just a Gigolo." This sign resembles our shield and is GRIBBEN'S BARBER made up in the Sorority colors, green and Miss Marjorie Mohr, Rose Hine and white. SHOP Doris Somerlot were the guests at a birth- Why not come past some time to see it? day dinner served at Dean Dorm Tuesday Even in your nocturnal ramblings, if you CUT RATES evening. After the bountiful dinner talks indulge in them, you can see it, because it were given by the house chairman, Ruby will be lighted at night—unless this Depres- Open early and late Polling, Elvena Miller, Elizabeth Foulk sion is too much for us. and the guests of honor. 150 S. Main St. Everyone was home over vacation, but Prize Definitions From the came back prepared to stay over Homecom- Nit Wit's Vocabulary ing. My the eats that arrived Sunday eve- ning. Milch—A popular present day beverage and given especially to babies. rAre you taking advantage There is something natural about our Waver—The method of getting a friend. of the Freshman—they dread to leave home for Serial—What one eats for breakfast. STUDENT'S LUNCH Bee Gee. Scupper—A receptacle for holding , bev- erages such as tea or coffee. for Beaver gees to the entertainment given Salary—An edible substance grown in 25c stalks. by the critic teachers of Ridge street school at the Woman's Club, Thursday evening. Prism—A structure in which violators of the law are housed. GIBSON'S HOME Carat—An edible vegetable. Elvena Miller, "Mother Dean", Millicent Robinson, Hazel Wise and Tom Sears mo- Debit—A first appearance in society or before the public. RESTAURANT tored to the former's home near Luckey, Wednesday evening.