Paste Two Penn State Collegian Published weekly during the College Scar by student. of the Pocsnsyhanla State College In the interest. of the Students. Faculty, Alumni and Friends of the College • ➢t. NV Dalrymple 18 ASSOCIATE EDITORS I=l Cartoonist, It SI Hesselion 'IS MIESIM A. D. MacKinnon '2O J. M. Washburn 'lf B. )L Lowry '18... ASSISTANT BUSINESS MANAGERS A. C. °barb. 'l9 R.. B. Paxson 1.9 The Collegian invites all communications on any subject of college interest Letters must bear Mgr:attires of writer. Subscription price Si 50 after November Ist Entered at the PoatoMce, State College, Pa„ as second class matter 011 ice, Nittany Printing and Publishing Co. Building °lnce hours, 4.20 to 5.20 every afternoon except Saturday. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 1917 News Editor for This Issue THOUGHTLESSNESS The importance of student interest in their than fund" has perhaps never assumed such wide proportions than should be accord ed it this year. The decrease in the number of students to subscribe to this fund has reduced its size proportionately; but to date there has been no material, decrease in the amount of damage done by students to offset this handicap. Bills for damage have been stream ing in as usual, while acts of vandalism and depredation on the part of the students appear to continue in the same old way. It must not be forgotten that the money remaining from this fund each year is turned over to the Senior class to be used in the erection of a suitable memorial that willbe of material benefit to the college. It necessarily remains that the less number of times this fund has to be drawn upon, and the fewer acts of vandalism the students commit: the greater will the college and classes benefit Therefore, is it not better in the end to keep this fund as nearly intact as possible throughout the year As examples of action on the part of the student body that in the end cause it and the college to lose, we might mention among other things the annual bill that is sent in for breakage of window glass in the college buildings This item in itself is the largest in dividual one that comes out of the students' pockets, and each year it amounts to hundreds of dollars. Yet it might be materially reduced and practically eliminated if members of the student body would stop to think occasionally that they, and not the college, are the direct losers. Many acts of this kind reduce the fund at an alarming rate Student actions on poster night this year have also caused n great shrinkage in this fund. Later actions on the evening of the first Freshman class meeting perhaps caused an even greater shrinkage. In the former case a school house bell was appropriated by students and cannot now be located; in the latter instance several lengths of practically new fire hose were taken from one of the college buildings, and in a few minutes they were made utterly unfit for service, leaving that building without any means of protection against fire for several weeks. Here the principle of the mutter is of far greater importance than the actual money value involved In any place outside of a college town such actions would result in fine or imprisonment, and the governing bodies of this college should do everything possible to discourage repetitions of these acts We cannot help but feel that the gravity of the situation is not fully understood by the average student Last spring, in these columns, the COLLEGIAN advocated student supervision of the damage fund This was done chiefly with the end in view of impressing the students with the importance of keeping the damage expense down to the lowest possible figure We still feel that legislation in this line will tend to reduce this item, and at the same time give each student a clearer insight on the necessity of better conduct with regard to college property, not to mention the possibility of bigger and better Senior class memorial each year. A more thoough investigation of this matter than we are abIC to give it, might disclose, these presumptions as actual facts„ and we would wge such on the part of the student government as a means of bettering conditions in general. MAKING HISTORY The unfurling last Saturday night of the immense "service flag" that has been dedicated to honor the Penn State undergraduates and faculty members who have sacrificed their aims and work here to serve their country, marks a history making epoch in the annals of this college. Years from now, when the World War has passed into history, this flog with its hundreds of stars, many of them doubt less bordered with black to mark the giving of a noble life, will be an invaluable relic to which the coming generations of classes will point with great pride, knowing that Penn State has done her share. A more noble and fitting remembrance to the Penn State men who have willingly given their services'to the cause of righteousness is hardly conceivable. It is only to be regretted that similar recogni. tion cannot at this time be given those graduates of the college who are in the service, but there surely must be some way of remembering that even larger body of Penn State men, and we feel that in dim time such a step will be possible. The number of graduate and under- graduate Penn State men in the service is increasing daily, adding more and more to the honor and glory of this institution in the great cause. The undergraduate number will soon pass the 400 mark, and there is plenty of room left on the flag for about 500 stars, eaci. representing a man serving his country. THE "WHY" OF THE CHANGE In a letter received by the editor from a student last week, the question was raised as to the, advisability of changing the college yell, and whether or not the change was desired by the majority of students. We might state here that full reasons were given for the proposed change in the news columns of the COLLEGIAN, and that they were further explained in mass meeting before the opening of the contest to secure a new yell. These reasons might well be summarized as follows, and we feel that they are quite sufficient to cause a change: Student Councils for years past have attempted to get a 'new college yell; this year's council urged and sanctioned a movement on the part of the COLLEGIAN to get a new yell at once; scores of prominent alumni have given their hearty approval and support to the movement since its start; athletic coaches, captains and players have rejoiced to know that a new yell was possible; President Sparks has given his,stamp of approval by contributing to the cash prize; on all sides students generally have cooperated in the movement; and moreover, this letter has been the first expression of its kind coming from any student or alumnus. If these statements are not enough to show every Penn State, student that a change is desired, the mere fact that a college of Penn State's calibre should .continue in these progressive times 7B 7190 the "prep" school "sis boom" in its official yell is'in itself sufficient reason to warrant a change. We trust that alt who have taken the stand of the man who questioned the advisability of changing the college yell arc now able to see it in its true light, and will turn their efforts towards securing a yell that will be a credit to the,college and the teams that represent her. It seems to be a deplorable state of affairs, that, in a military college like Penn State, no male student can be found to perform the daily "Lowering of the Colors," and that it has been necessary to call on the women students to perform this military custom. This custom is a very impressive one and if it was considered proper=of which there can be no doubt—in a time of peace, it ought to be performed now as nn evidence of patriotism, especially in view of the fact that our country is in a state of war and also because of the establishment of the Reserve Officers' Training Corps at Penn State, which teods to give more of a military atmosphere. Though it seems to be an evidence of unpatriotism, we tire sure that it is merely due to thoughtlessness. It is not that the work of the women students is not apprecia ted, but that it seems to us that this is more in line with the work of the Military Department, that makes us suggest that it be officially made a part of the work of this department, by having different details from the band and regiment to lower the colors, in lieu of their regular drill. Since there is so largo a number to draw from, there should be no necessity of calling on one man more than once during the year. I=l I=l3] INZIEICI Business Manager Advertising Manager There seems to be some misunderstanding as to the necessity of uncovering when "America" is played by the band. This was especi ally evidenced at the regimental review last Saturday, when this tune appeared as part of n patriotic medley. Some of the spectators un covered and others followed suit at intervals, presenting on the whole a very hesitant„ straggling appearance. On inquiry,'the members.. of the Military Department stated that it is not necessary to uncover for "America" at all, but only for the "Star Spangled Banner." More particularly it is not good\ form to observe the former, when it is played as part of a medley (the latter not being allowed to be played in a medley or as a marching piece). However, it was also stated that there is no ruling agaisrsuch action, as it may be accorded the same honor given to the national anthems of our Allies. Penn State students should have some uniform manner of observance of this custom to avoid repetitions in •the future or the Pennsylvania Day instance. I=l G V. Glntleltor 'l9 A. R. LEINBACH LAST YEAR'S SENIORS OUT IN THE WORLD lemltters of the elites of 1917 who graduated lest spring ore not only in larious fields of work, but they are also scattered over the United , States as well as Canada, and seine are pion across the Atlantic In Prange The) are doing their "bit" in different wit)s, some at the front, end others giving their best nt home Following are a few of last year's Seniors and the work In which they tire engaged• Adams, D. S, County Agricultural Agent, Chester County, West Chester, l'a. Alban, W. R., :Ind R 0 T. C, Chat tel Lnooga. Allen, R L, Ass't Engineer, Singer! Ig Co, Elizabeth, 71 .T Allen, R. 1., Mat Engineer, Singer Steel Foundries, Cheater, Pa Arndt, F. T., lunior Engineer. 1111 nobs State 1.1101%11y Dept , State House, Springfield, 11l Bailey, E. S, Anal. Operating Engi neer, West Penn Power Co. Connells tille. Pa Bailey, J. G., part mi. ner and mnn ogee of farm, Carmichnels, Pa. Baird, Jean K., Dean of Women, Dealer College, Beaver, Pa Barber, E. C., Jr., Aao't. Mfg Spe einllst. U. S Dept. of Agriculture, Pull man, Wash Bentham, L. C , Chemlat, Hires . Con. doused Milk, Maple Reef Milk Co Chasten Me, Ontario, Canada Berger, A. C, Connt.y Agent, Lel) anon, Pa Beyer, C. B, Chemist, Canadian-Ex piatires, Ltd. Belocli Station, Quebec, Canada. Bollinger. W. L., County Agent, Pottsville, Pn Boyce, W. H., Timber Inspector, Woodlawn Heights, New York City Bray, H. M. ' Tramitnum, Lehigh Val fey Caul Jeanneayille, Pa Broth, .1 T., Testing Dept, Gcnreln Electric Co, Schenectady, N Y Bright, R. T, Second Officers' Train Inc Camp, Plattelturg, N Y. Busch, R E., Tevtinan, General E l ectrlc Co, Erie, Pa Byers, Hazel 1., Aus't In Dome Eco or Ice Extension, The Permit State College Cadigan, A M., Chemist In Bureau of Tests, International Paper Co, Glen N Y Callaway, Mario° E, Teacher of Chemist*, Harlcton High School, Ha 'lrian, Pa Chambers, A. R., Mayor's Office, Me. Keenport, Pa Chapman ' W. 8, Jr., tat Regimental Engineer", Field Train. American Ex- - - peal tionam Force, National Army. Clarkson, C. S, Chemist, New Jersey State Esperiment Station, New Bruns a Icit, N Claxton, Charles, Jr., Forester, Lin rola Memorial College. Co!claimer, R. Y, Traingitinitn, J S & Co., Altoona, Pa Connor, Martha, Meet Librarian. Tnxtructor In Bibliography, The Penns State College FRESHMAN GIRLS GET RID OF GREEN RIBBONS On the Met Wednesday of this month. the Freshman co-eds received poi mission front the Sophomores to dispose of their green ribbons In hew of the present ngitation towed to.ervation, Rows decided to can the emerald-hoed ornementx. ° M. ..canned greens for !aline Freshmen There fore, after all the ribbons had been placed in a Jar, the Presides marched mound the dining loom, headed by their president, nil singing a song com posed especially fot the occasion. Me et' with IL feh salty tears, the green hens are, expected to retnaln in IL state of perfect preservation twig neat Dr 11. 1), Fulmer, assistant professor of bacteriology, has resigned Ms POW- Um, In thu ~Igricultuml School, to take effect November lot, Ho bus been Mated Into the National Army, and mill tope: t tot service at that time, PENN STATE COLLEGIAL A SAD STATE OF AFFAIRS AMERICA FARMERS' WEEK STARTS DEC. 26 Extensive pteimmtionti me being made fun the annual Farmers' Week at the Penneylvania State College by the Departments of Agtieußural Educar don and Listension, While It is feared that a large number of far meta may not he able to attend on account of Inslcultural labor Londitions, the time has, for this reason, been shortened to four days, which in some monitor° will Lounteroct this difficulty Protest.. Maim estimates the numbet who will Lome at about 1000 The 1917 Dormers' Week 1011 begin on Wednesday. December 26th, the day aftet Christmas, and will Ina until noon of . Saturcloy. December 20th In stead of miscellaneous Wet.es us in reinter years, there w•lll this year he given n series of [camel, practicurns and demonstrations, nil of whiCit will be connected In some measure Thus, the following subjects will be covered in sections soils and farm crops, Dam mechanics; dairy Production. Ihestock production and mnrketing, poultry husbandry; fruit growint ',ge table gardening, don ieulturo and beau tifying s hame grounds, sewing and cooking, t oral life problems, and boys and girls Registration .4,111 begin en Wednes day morning at g3O and lost until 11 00 when the first lecture will be gin en Three class periods, each of one hour's duration, atilt compose the morning, and thdoc of arty minutes, the afternoon making eighteen periods (nettle meek. Double periods may be used, when necessary, for prwcticurrat and demonstrations Thu planing. proginms will be general and large]) of on entertaining nature \l'ednesday evening there will be a re ception, Thumlay a lecture, and Fal day a play which ,in ho under the di action of l'iotevmw Mantliman td ucational eshibite wilt aloe be given at the option of the vitrioun depatt tnente DR. FULMER RESIMIS Jeweler & Optician Repairing A ' Specialty C. E. Shuey 133 S. Allen St. TWO STATE FORESTERS ON DUTY IN FRANCE O 13 Clippie . 16, a graduate of the school of forestry, Is supposed to be located in Prance ulth the Forestry Regiment of Co. C, 10th Engineers, U. S. A. IT E Richards, of the sumo class 10 with him 'they enlisted last July and left tho United States 1p September, arriving at Southampton on October 3 These mon havo not been heard from since that time. and It Is thought that they are oil duty "some where In Prance" FOREST L. MTRUBLE Plumbing and Heating Both Phones Reliability Is Our Motto We Always Aim to Please J. SMITH & SON Hardware Store Sporting Goods When ive Show you Sporting Goods with the Dog on the Diamond brand trade mark, you are being offered the best spo i xting goods made. / We an outfit any team for any sport and our i Irices will e right. th-- Music Rooth The Letter Box Camp Ellintman, Olio Ninombet X, 1917. Editor of t h e Collegian. 'I was recently lammed of on effort fund° at Penn Stele for the purpono of giving financiel aid to tiro Army Y. M. C A Realizing that a noun manta to know how his money dill be used. before Ito give. it, I would like to vol unteer a little infolmation along that At Penn State we hate always boasted of our spirit and It has always boon the Intermit of the teal State men. to help maintain and strengthen It Tice lemma for this hall been and le that a man's mental state ',neatly af fects his fighting ability. It Is my opinion that'llie Army Y. TI C A helps a great deal to keep the eoldlei right mentally. The work done by the 'Sr 11. C. A le veil acceptable to the men The mere xttion and reading I ooms are generally et °reminded They unlit leading matter, entertainment, games, much needed infoimatlon, and a seemingly mallow supply of free Mallet: my, all of which would be decidedly lacking ~‘ltho tit them The nlgnlncant palm In the Y. M C A work In that It In clean Nu matter what may be said, theta to a tendency for ono to loser hia moral standards In the army I Mal the Y 711 C ,A the one thing to counteract this influence. Kooning that Penn State to doing and will do her ..bit", I remain, Sincerely. R Fielding 'lt THE COLLEGIAN IN CAMP American Universitl, Washington. D C. Editor the COLLEGIAN Dear Slr —Ever since coming to (amp I hate been receiving the COL LEGIAN nod I want to tithe title op portunity to thank you for the courtesy Of sending it to Oa I 'mow dint the other buys Join Inc in exprenslng their gratitude As you linen. there ate about tnents Penn State men In thin camp for En bineer °lnters, and we are all hard at It with three-foul the of the tnrining petted gone We all hope to beannign ,d to troops about December 1. The old COLLEGIAN looks gond each Sleek we ate glad to note that the college Is accomplishing thing.. In the usual manner. 011110 deprived of many upperclossmen. All look to you, the putter and the college TOY truly yours, Charles (I fir& e, 'l2 COMPANIES C AND I WIN PRIZE SABRES At the annual Pennajlvanla Dal le slew, held last Saturday all Fast Beaver Field, companies "C" and "1" wee presented with the General James A. Beaver and Colonel bleary \V Shoe maker, Sabres These companica wore adjudged to be the ones which showed tho greatest proficiency in drill timing the semester The Burner, composed of Sophomores. sloe in charge of Cap tain J A. Skooglund, while tho Fresh man company was commended by Cap lainL S Creasman Belted Back Suits AND Trench Overcoats Are the young man's desire for for this fall and winter. Prices range from $l6 to $2O. Come in and look thertrover = FROMM'S Economy Store 130 E. College Avenue Best Quality GROCERIES Wholesale and Retail Special rates to Clubs and Fraternities F,YE'S 200-292 W. College Ave. INTERESTING FIGURES ON FREStIrIAN TEArI Statistics tune been gathered on the OM who hove been showing np Well on the Freslunim football squad. and they show some interesting dope" on the team no a whole Tine team is light, averaging 165 9 pounds, and only two of the players arc mote titan twenty }eats of age, the mernge being 19.1 learn Slttilitu / statistics will be compiled on the 'varsity team prior to the Pitt game on Thanksgiving Detailed information on the Freshmen Oay era follows FRESHMAN STATISTICS Age Weight Height Plop. School IN 119 511 Monosson 1I S 20 146 5-11 DeWitt Cliutan 11. S. IS 165 540 Derry 11 S IS 1415 5-73 Allentourt /I S 18 183 6. Scott 11. S 18 171 1,1 1 4 Swarthmore Prep, 20 1(19 5 19 Ilethlehent Plop 22 — 165 6 Slippety noel( Normal 20 1115 5-10 MAI Prep. , 20 175' , 519 Lafayette 11. S 22 181 69 LOCI( Maven Normal. 19 171 6 Center, Ille 11. S 18 119 59 West Phlladelpitht II S 2. 114 51. Ellwood City 11 S 20 179 59 Dm tisburg II S 20 • 152 551,4 Atlantic CIO iI S. 20 170 59 110111 Plop. 18 173 511 1 /.; Ilethlenhat Prep 19 185 6 Duquesne II Pos. Williams . Q 13. Rltner Q 13. Crum . U II Rohm( 11. 13. Beer . . .IL T. Palley . . L. C. Snell .... E Stoops . II 13. MeCullom (bapt.) Gehring ... .P. 13 L T II 13 E II II 0 I. E C 1 R G L 0 amen . Gllrne Korb . Francis Garman Hemel!. . Henry . . Scheldemant cnoss cousrni ABANDONED CI ow; country hon been abandoned to, the fall, although there Pt a prob ability of 11 spring neiledule Penn Suite tell) not pin tlelp./to lb the Into, - collegiate CI oss Counti Iln tlll.l )e It. <Ming to n lack of Val nltt, mite, al enured enlintments E. E. SOCJETY MEETING Pi ores,. D L Mai kin J , e Ulu In hicipal spedkei at the ElciAl teal engine. log Society meeting tuna. availing A large attend tote Is at 6.30 in the Club Room Your PhOtograph Will be the Most Acceptable Christmas Gift Your friends can buy any thing you give them except your photograph. MITH THE %.3 TUDIO R. H. BREON 212 East College Ave. The Heiner Drug Company We are receiving daily large shipments of new goods and will have the most complete line in this section of Medicines, Chemicals and Toilet Requisites Our aim is to give every member of "State" the best drug service possible, and we would appreciate your orders for anything you have heretofore been unable to obtain here.. We have obtained the exclusive agency in State College for the famous '• Columbia .Grafanolas and Columbia Records and will carry in stock a representatiye line. Machines from $20.00 Up Sold on Easy , Payment Plan if Desired We can also obtainjor you any Victor Victrola or or Victor Records you may want on short notice. Watch . For Our Saturday Special Special Saturday, November 17th • 3 Cakes Palm Olive Soap and 1 package Palm = xi Olive Shampoo or Vanishing Cream, all for The Heffner Drug Company Agent for NYAL Family Remedies and VINOL, the" Great Nonic Wednesday, November, 14, 1917 23c POUND - Special This Week. 30c PeanUt Taffy at 25c lb. 50c Cream Nut Caramels -POUND Watch Our Specials Gregory Bros. Candymakers CANDYLAND STORES Bellefonte State,College A Real Pipe College Men These are two of the 4 - popular shapes in 'eh you can get the Stratford $l.OO and up D C Hand Made $1.50 and up Each a fine pipe, rith sterling silver ring .nd vulcanite bit. ending .slealers in town carry a full as sortment. Select your favorite style. In . nM7M,TMI New York L ?Pipe Manofactu
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