Dickinsonian, October 14, 1942

The Freshman Annex (formerly the Parker House) on S Hanover St opens to house twelve female students. Colonel Henry E. Smith, John C. Hepler, Dr. Bernice K. Grubb, Charles H. B. Kennedy, and Jane L. Evans join faculty. Dr. Elmer C. Herber publishes two papers on parasitology. Professor Horace E. Rogers leads Community Chest drive; changes to the way the drive is performed. Robert S. Whitman, Jr., '38, dies at Battle of Midway; Calvert S. Foote, '44, is MIA. Football team is largest in Dickinson history. The Navy V-1 Plan is established at Dickinson.

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Dickinsonian, October 19, 1939

Dr. James Henry Morgan, former president of the College, dies at the age of 82 from an "illness of many months." The College plans to take part in the Carlisle Community Chest Drive to raise money for various charitable causes. The Civil Aeronautics Academy sponsors Dickinson and offers to train 10 students in amateur flying.

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Dickinsonian, October 30, 1953

Annual Dickinson College Campus Chest Drive begins, sponsored by Interfaith Council. Under the direction of Prof. John Steckbeck, the newly reorganized Dickinson College Choir plans programs for their fall season. Mermaid Players to perform "The Importance of Being Earnest". Board of Trustees to proceed with the construction of a Student Activities Building to replace the facilities lost by the collapse of the College Commons.

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Dickinsonian, November 10, 1951

Frank J. Ayres, Jr., receives Susan Powers Hoffman chair of mathematics. Annual Campus Chest drive begins. New historical markers are unveiled and new lamposts are lit in ceremony. Homecoming pep rally and dance. Drayer Hall still under construction, should be completed by spring semester. Gettysburg defeats Dickinson football 34-7.

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Dickinsonian, December 13, 1946

David I. Gleim becomes chemistry instructor. Athletic Control Board to hold banquet for football team and distribute varsity letters. Dickinson College Religious Association plans Campus Chest Drive, a new composite of four traditional fundraisers.

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Dickinsonian, March 18, 1949

The Campus Chest Drive to raise money for various international charity organizations to begin in April; representatives to undergo training to promote more successful fundraising. Faculty aid in library is again highlighted, as well as new book acquisitions. Professor Flower announced newest art exhibition which will feature top American artists seen in a recent exhibition in Harrisburg. Phi Kappa Sigma wins Interfraternity Stunt Cup at Interfraternity Council Weekend for the second year in a row. Dr.

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Dickinsonian, October 25, 1957

This issue is very concerned with the campus Flu Epidemic, in spite of a statement from college physician Dr. Edward S. Kronenberg that the virus was on the wane. Actor Emlyn Williams will appear at Bosler Hall in the second event of the cultural affairs series, "A Boy Grows Up"- a performance about the poet Dylan Thomas. The local building company Mowery & Sons (currently in the process of building the Allison Memorial Church) will construct the new Althouse Science building. The Dickinson College Religious Affairs Council, organized last year, will now hold regular meetings.

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Dickinsonian, October 18, 1957

The recent Parents' Weekend boasted an attendance of over 1200. Dickinson will hold a Campus Chest Week to raise money for various charities. The Belle Lettres society will hold its first literary conversation of the year, entitled "Shakespeare on the Modern Stage" and led by Professor Edward Brubaker of F&M (brother of Drama professor David Brubaker), Dr. William Bowden, Dean Frederic Ness and student Anne Saunders. The second annual Student Leadership Training Conference will be held at Camp Michaux to discuss school problems.

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Dickinsonian, March 17, 1950

The 1950 Chest Drive, sponsored by the Interfaith Council and aimed to support six charities, kicks off. Students are asked to pledge $3.00 apiece, the ultimate goal being $3,000 in donations. A group of pranksters steals the hand-made weather vane from South College's under-construction cupola. Mauricio Nabuco, Brazilian Ambassador to the United States, invites a group of Dickinson students to visit the Brazilian Embassy in Washington, DC. Aplha Chi Ro wins the Interfraternity Weekend Trophy for best skit and singing performance the previous weekend.

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Dickinsonian, March 5, 1948

Three more speakers, including the Attorney General of the United States Thomas C. Clark, are announced for the college's 175th anniversary celebration. Dr. John H. Powell delivers a lecture on John Dickinson and the American Revolution as part of the Spahr lecture series. Plans for a small parade of floats depicting the history of the college and Carlisle are also laid out for the celebration. The Campus Chest Drive reports $2193 raised, 73% of their goal for the year.

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Dickinsonian, February 13, 1948

Plans for the celebration of the college's 175th anniversary are announced. A committee of 50 students will help the administration to draw up the plans for this celebration. The Campus Chest drive reports having received 16% of their goal in donations at the close of its first week. A Chambersburg radio station begins announcing Dickinson news and taking student requests for musical programming. The Interfraternity Council nominates ten Dickinson men as "Great Greeks." Changes to provide better representation in Student Senate are planned.

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Dickinsonian, February 6, 1948

The Campus Chest drive opens with the goal of raising $3,000 to be distributed to six organizations. Seven students, including one woman, are elected to the Phi Beta Kappa honorary fraternity. A survey of the African-American community in Carlisle shows as a whole they lack access to adequate housing and amenities and face significant racial discrimination. The Belles Lettres' Hornbook sells out only three hours after going on sale. Nominations for Queen of the Mid-Winter Ball are announced. A Red Cross lifesaving class is offered.

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Dickinsonian, December 6, 1947

Dr. George Michaelides presents a lecture on imperialism in Greece and the US's role in the nation. The basketball season, expected to be particularly challenging, opens at home against Elizabethtown. A representative from the World Student Service Fund gives a presentation on conditions in post-war Europe in preparation for the annual Campus Chest drive. An editorial by senator James E. Murray appears on the high cost of medical care and proposed legislation regarding solutions. Dickinson wins its final football game of the season against Washington and Jefferson.

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Dickinsonian, October 27, 1967

Homecoming schedule presented. The annual military ball is presented by the Dickinson R.O.T.C. Corps of Cadets. The Open Door sponsors a "love-in" dance, an alternative to the military ball. Temple University Orchestra set to play in the Holland Union Building at the invitation of the Student Senate Cultural Affairs Committee. The practice of athletes cutting class for sporting events is under scrutiny. Story regarding Kana Van Pelt's experience in Fairbanks flood continues from the previous week. Kate Chopin's "The Awakening" is reviewed.

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Dickinsonian, October 20, 1967

Campus Chest, Dickinson's only charitable organization, opens its funding drive with Luau. The student body prefers a fall delivery of the Microcosm. Faculty Frantics, led by Prof. Henry Yeagley, are scheduled to perform this night. Dickinson is set to host the regional Workshop of the United States Student Press Association. Kana Van Pelt of Fairbanks, Alaska, describes her experience in the Fairbanks flood of 1967.

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Dickinsonian, February 25, 1966

A survey conducted among faculty members reveals mixed opinions on the 5-5-4-4- system. A trustee committee on campus affairs consisting of five members will be established as a direct link between the College and the Trustees. A new Square Dancing gym class is offered. A review of the Mermaid Players performance of Sweeney Todd is given. Dickinson's success as a Liberal Arts College are examined as well as the goals of a liberal arts education.

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Dickinsonian, November 15, 1963

Eduardo Mondlane discusses Mozambique's attempt to break from Portugal and establish its independence. Hootenanny Festival brings The Greenbriar Boys, The Steel Singers, Judy Roderick, and Lenny and Dick to campus to raise money for the Campus Chest. Class of 1967 defeats trial of new honor system. Margaret Webster to present Shakespearean anthology. $5 attendance penalty is removed, allowing students to return home early for break without facing a financial penalty. Exchange student from the Netherlands Hans Koeze discusses his impression of the US.

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Dickinsonian, October 27, 1961

$2 goal set for Campus Chest fundraiser. Biographical information on President Rubendall is given; inauguration ceremony plan highlighted. Newton Aiken, editor of Baltimore's Evening Sun, to speak. Campus movement to reinstate lacrosse gains momentum. Ravi Shankar performance reviewed. Phi Delta Epsilon selects new members. Summer improvements cost $30,000.

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