PAGE FOUR' Pablishea Tuesday through Saturday mornings, daring the University year, the Daily Collegian is a student •Derated newspaper. Entered as second-class matter July 5, 1934 at the State College, Pa. post Office under tl TAMMIE BLOOM. Editor STAFF THIS ISSUE: Night Editor, Nancy Fortna; Copy Editors, A 1 Klimcke, Mary Bolich; Assistants, Ira Wasserman, Sue Conklin, Bobbie Hendel, Bill Eisenberg, Betsy Gruneck, Mike Moyle. Lion’s Paw Attackers: Hot Penn State weather seems to have a counterpart in recent hot-headed attacks on a formerly unpublicized group of men—Lion's Paw. Much has been said for and against the .methods of this group; this commentary has nothing to say on that score. What it does have to say concerns the methods of these attacks on "Paw." . Psychologists call a state of need or desire . thwarting, “frustration.” One way of reacting to frustration is direct aggression—a three-year old will attack the playmate who takes his teddy bear from him. Adults have a subtler way of adjusting to this thwarting—a student. who loses a club presidency will later criticize poli cies of the same club. ... Frustration may be one explanation of the recent emotionalized and personalized debate over Lion’s Paw activities. - Those who want recognition often feel they are gaining it when , they tear down everything around them to make themselves look good by comparison. Constructive criticism is a valuable force in a democratic society. But criticism relying for its effectiveness on a picture of an abused popu lar leader is not objective, and cannot be evalu ated by society in an objective light. And criti cism hitting its target with darts composed Safety Valve on Lion’s Proposes Symposium TO THE EDITOR: About a week ago Richard Kirschner charged that Lion’s Paw has caused dissension on All-University Cabinet. Since that time regular charges have been made in the Daily Collegian ranging from Lion’s Paw mem bers “talking back” to their fathers (Peggy Mc- Clain) to “mudslinging” (John Lyon). On the surface,- all of these accusations ap pear to be justified by the barrage of evidence produced plus the failure of Lion's Paw mem bers fo exonerate themselves. Instead, they are quite satisfied to hide behind vague, meaning less retorts and a cloak of secrecy. However well satisfied they are with this sort of defense—and “defense”is the word—l doubt if the student body is satisfied. (Gerald) Maurey has stated that “Lion’s Paw needs no defense,” but events during the past week have certainly proven otherwise. Perhaps a better line of defense is Time, for the longer that this issue is permitted to glide along over the heads of most of the students, the more tiring and senseless it will become. Summer recess is upon us, and a summer can prove very taxing to the memory. ... We cannot expect the new members of Lion's* Paw fo answer for the actions of the old members who are all soon to graduate, but I.do not believe it would be asking too much of them, in the light of present happenings, to en lighten the student body as to their objectives for the coming year. We deserve some tangible assurance that Lion's Paw will openly strive for their aim—"perpetuating and bettering Penn State." Since nothing further can be done with this issue this semester, I propose a challenge to Lion’s Paw ... I propose that a symposium be established for Student Encampment—independ ent of any committee already established—for the purpose of (1) discussing all issues that have arisen concerning Lion’s Paw during the past week and (2) attempting to establish a friendlier, more workable relationship between Lion’s Paw and the student body. This symposium should contain a represent tation of Lion’s Paw members and an equal I representation of other, students chosen by someone completely unaffilliated with Lion’s Paw—the editor of Collegian, perhaps. The re sults of this symposium should be recorded, ac cepted by the members, and presented in the Daily Collegian early in September. The students sure clamoring to know what is going on, and they deserve to know what is going on . . . Now is the lime for Lion's Paw fo “show its Stuff!"—if it has any. —Gordon A. Pogal Lion Parly Clique chairman Disputes Gibbs' Claim TO THE EDITOR: Yesterday when Chuck Gibbs presented certain facts to. the Collegian he stated that I gave a letter of resignation to John Lyon concerning my candidacy for All-Uni versity president. This letter never existed. It was never written. He also stated Ken White contacted me in order to persuade me to run again. Ken White did not at any time ever contact me in this respect. I believe that at least these two of his eleven facts need correcting. Gazette •.. CHECKER CLUB, 8 p.m., Temporary Union Building PENN STATE BIBLE FELLOWSHIP, 7:30 p.m., 405 Old Main STUDENT EMPLOYMENT Meal jobs available this semester and next fall. Saily Callrguut Scceesnor to THE FREE LANCE, eot. 1887 —Lewis Wade Today THE DAILY COLLEGIAN STATE COLLEGE PENNSYLVANIA FRANK. CRESSMAN. ’ Business Mgr. Frustration Cases? solely of emotionalized, high-voltage cliches does not hit the bull's eye of constructive criti cism either. What is at stake in this issue is not merely the reputation of one organization; it is the reputation of intelligent, factual debate opposed to an emotional brawl in words. Who will win— those who thunder loudly and say nothing, or those who speak softly with wisdom? To invoke the figure of Senator Joseph R. McCarthy and compare him and his methods to these hot-blooded critics would be repeating methods of both critics and “Paw” members. Suffice it to warn both parties that they can’t fall back on Senatorial immunity. T. S. Eliot comments on many aspects of life and life’s creatures in his widely-acclaimed play, “The Cocktail Party.” Eliot has this to say to those who sacrifice peace of mind to the struggle for recognition: "Half of ihe harm that is done in this world Is due fo people who wani io feel imporfani. They don't mean fo do harm—but ihe harm does not inieresi them Or they do not see it, or they justify it Because they are- absorbed in the endless struggle To think well «of themselves." —Gay Snodgrass Paw Controversy Stands on Past Record TO THE EDITOR: Due to the fact that I have recently received a considerable amount of criticism from certain people, on campus I feel that it is necessary for me fo make a state ment to ihe Collegian. I want to make it clear that I am not answer ing the charges of certain warped individuals because I do not feel their personal qualities and past actions justify an answer. However I want it made clear that I am making this statement for the benefit of those students I have worked with in activities during my four years at Penn State and who are my friends. Anything that I have done in politics or activities was the result of a belief that that particular line of action was the proper line of action and I have no regrets that I took part in them. If I had it to do over again I would do the same thing as before. As far as 1 am concerned the attacks are not too worrisome. Anyone who plays ihe political game must be prepared to accept such things from those in the other corner. My opposition has repeatedly sent out the cry that either this or that' is not good for Penn State politics but seldom have they mentioned whether it is good for Penn ; State itself. I be lieve they should reconsider their stand . and their past actions from that viewpoint. In conclusion I state again that I stand by what I have done and have no regrets. Claims Charges False TO THE EDITOR: The malicious statements made to the Daily Collegian and printed in Thursday’s paper by Charles Gibbs concerning me are completely without foundation. During the recent political campaign, I never had de livered to me or did I see this reported letter of resignation from Lew Wade. Furthermore at no time did I seek to bribe or intimidate Lew Wade. This statement will be supported by Wade, John Lyon, and Rae Delle- Donne, reported by Gibbs as the principals in volved. Therefore the charge that I used this letter, to bribe Lew Wade or anyone else is ridiculous and a product of the imagination of Gibbs. Here is an attempt by Gibbs to camoflauge the real issue which is namely, what influence does Lion’s Paw exert on All-University Cabinet. Whether Lion’s Paw does or does not is not my personal concern, but let’s not make this con troversial “clean up polities” meeting a subter fuge for the real issue which is the power of Lion’s Paw. Prof and Books Ten University faculty members have pub lished an impressive list of books and magazine articles. Among the list are books written on home-living, industrial arts, philosophy, Penn sylvania-German grammar, the furniture indus try, dairy waste, and an analysis of "Black Beauty." Professors and instructors achieving such pub lication while immediately engrossed in teach ing are to be commended. It is a great enough task devoting a maximum of work hours to the University classroom—it is especially laudable to devote non-payroll hours to the furtherance of research and education. Gossip is a sort of smoke that comes from the dirty tobacco-pipes of those who diffuse it; it proves nothing but the bad taste of' the smoker.—George Eliot Editorial* represent the viewpoint of the writers, not necessarily the policy of the paper. Unsigned edi torials are by the editor. the act of March 3, 1879. —Donald B. Herbeiri —Ken While Chairman, Slate Parly Board of Advisers —Peggy McClain ittle Man on Campus n -nteize H£ '6OK-INTC> t THAT 6kS , Vjiouse • Wisp - Safety Valve — Lion's Paw Alum Defends Organization • ED. NOTE: Since the recent controversy on Lion's Paw began, the Daily Collegian has been deluged with letters for the Safety Valve. Since it is believed that, as-much space as possible be given to those who wish to express themselves, the space usually used for a column by a member of the staff is today devoted to a letter from David Pellnitz, Daily Collegian editor during 1952-53. TO THE EDITOR: As a former undergraduate member of Lion’s Paw, I cannot help but feel it is a duty ,to set a few things straight for the student body at -Penn State. In his attack on Lion’s Paw, Richard -Kirschner charged that the group created dissension on All-University Cabinet. By dis sention, I can find no other mean-' ing than that there are differences of opinion among cabinet mem bers on which cabinet votes . ; . Arguments . . . are a sign of heal thy student government. Certain ly no one wants a student govern ment body which passes or defeats all measures without some “dis sension.” Furthermore Kirschner sug gests that certain questions which, come-before cabinet are voted on by members who have not obtained their group's opinion .on the matter first . . . No. organization represented on cabinet can be consulted on all measures before they are voted on . . . ... No member of Lion’s Paw is required to vote with other members of the group. There have been many instances when one Lion’s Paw' cabinet member has voted against his “brother” be cause of honest differences of opinion or because the group he represents has voted that way . . . In his recent letter to the edi tor, David Jones said that Lion’s Paw classes its critics as “stupid oafs, crazy idealists, or bitter stu dents.” . . . Most of the leaders of the anti-Paw group are stu dents who are bitter because they were not selected for the group or because of their personal dis like or even hatred for one or more members of the group. . . . Of course there are many men not chosen who continue to respect the group and its aims. From these few bitter men, however, distortions, half-truths, and down right lies are passed on to other students who do not have pos session of the facts. What, then, is Lion's Paw? It is more than a senior honorary society. It is a close-knit group of 12, 14, or 18 men who have 'worked hard for Penn Stale. It is a group which creates strong bonds of friendship among its members which continue long. >• after graduation. It is a group which hopes to better the Uni versity while it is active on campus and when its members; become alumni. And in working "For.: a Better Penn State." the student body is not ignored, as has • sometimes been charged, for a dissatisfied student body does not lead to a better Uni versity. Certainly campus problems are discussed among its members, just, as these same problems are discussed among any group of stu dents who are interested in stu dent and. university problems. Lion’s Paw, however, attempts to get all the information available on each problem in order to' have more intelligent discussion. And, in addition, the varied member ship of Lion’s Paw makes possi ble a good cross-section of opinion. As for Lion’s Paw “decisions” as Kirschner calls them, Lion’s Paw does not claim to be perfect or omniscient. Nor are these “de cisions” forced on anyone. Should Lion’s 'Paw cabinet members de cide to make a stand ori any issue before cabinet there are...many more than enough votes to defeat such'a measure'if it were truly undesirable. But let the past speak.for it self. Look at the highly re spected students who, in . the past few years alone, have been members of Lion's Paw and then try truthfully to say that the organization is what those who oppose it say it is. Omega Psi Phi To Turn Inactive Omega Psi Phi will become in active at the end of the present semester by its own .- request, O. Edward. Pollock, assistant dean of men for fraternity affairs, said yesterday. The group decided to become inactive, because it contained only three members, Pollock said. The Senate committee on student af fairs requires that an organiza tion must, have at least 12 mem bers to remain active. The group has been below the minimum'for two years, Pollock stated. ■ Tonight on WDFM 7:30 Marquee Memories 9:00 Friday Hite Dancing Party FRIDAY. MAY - 28^1954 By Bibler —David M. Pellniis Collegian Ediior, '52-53 ,9U MEGACYCLES Just- for
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