72 15 4133 https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/1b3dc11cb8574895ac6b1eff63a36656.pdf 5d5ae4199d28b6b7a3d737c981e03cf6 PDF Text Text �Your Officers Board of Trustees Gilbert S. McClintock, Chairman US Arnaud C. Marts, Vice-Chairman Charles H. Miner, Jr., Secretary James P. Harris, Treasurer for 1957 Mrs. Paul Bedford Francis O. Case Contents: Cappellini Heads Alumni In Second Step Of 3-Year Plan; Urges Increased Support Toward Building Permanent Group Strength Mrs. Charles E. Clift William L. Conyngham Page Officers for '57----Mrs. Franck G. Darte Samuel M. Davenport, M.D. The Search Goes On ------------Miss Annette Evans Eugene S. Farley- Campus Further Enlarged GIFFORD CAPPELLINI, '45. successiul attomey in Wilkes-Barre for the past seven years, is the new president of the Wilkes Alumni Association. Hon. John S. Fine George W. Guckelberger 25th Year of Mat Tourney Harry F. Geeringer T Alumni Home, Fund Drive Planned Joseph J. Kocyan, M.D. Miss Mary R. Koons 10-11 From the Editor's Notebook___ Joseph F. Lester Reuben H. Levy Thomas 12 Questionnaire Morgan, Jr. F. Ellsworth Parkhurst, Jr. ON THE COVER As you can see, the Admiral Stark Science Hall growing by leaps and bounds. The building is due be dedicated in September. This wonderful addition to our campus will be a sight worth seeing. All of you are invited to the dedication ceremonies and will be sent an invitation at that time. Why don't you plan now to be there. Rev. Charles S. Roush Andrew J. Sordon; Admiral Harold R. Stark Julius Long Stern Mrs. Esther Weckesser Walker It was not the intention of the Council to limit the offices to a few key people, but rather, to enable the officers to complete the first phase of the program which would take over a year. It is the belief of the Council that Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania President Office of Executive Secretary Dr. Eugene S. Farley Chase Hall Alumni Officers Russ Picton, Editor Jack Curtis, Associate Editor Gifford Cappellini, President Volume 3, No. 2 January, 1957 Mrs. Anita Janerich. Secretary Dr. Shadrach H. Jones, Treasurer In planning to revitalize the Alum­ ni Association, it is the Alumni Council's belief that as many of our key officers as possible should be kept in command for a period of years to assist the Executive Secre­ tary in completing basic plans for the Association's future. and dedicated Alumni Association, working as a group for the progress of our college, clearly opens the way for aid and cooperation from others who are not Alumni. Helping them start another year of increased alumni activity and close co-operation with the college will be the Recording Secretary, Anita Janerich, and Treasurer, Dr. Shadrach Jones. "Those who cam assist will first closely examine what we as Alum­ ni are doing for our Alma Mater in the drive toward growth and prog­ ress. We strongly urge that each Alumnus make a sincere examina­ tion of his individual position to determine whether he has fulfilled his responsibility to support his college. In accepting the position, the new President, Attorney Gifford Cappelli­ ni, made the following statement to the Alumni Association: "The officers of the Wilkes Col­ lege Alumni Association join with me in expressing their sincere ap­ preciation for your vote and con­ fidence. With the beginning of a new year, it is increasingly evi­ dent that the active and direct participation of our Alma Mater is vital. A strong, vigorous, active "May we count on you in the area surrounding Wilkes to join your friends and classmates at our regular meetings and participate in formulating our plans and pro­ grams. "The officers whom you have elected can function effectively only with your full cooperation." (continued on page 4) Published by Wilkes College Aaron Weiss Donald Honeywell, Vice-President Iwo of the newly elected officers of the Alumni Association ex­ changed positions for the new year, as they opened the 1957 alum­ ni program on January 1. Former Vice-President Gifford Cappellini and ex-President Don Honeywell traded jobs, making Cappellini the new president and Honeywell the vicepresident. this planning has borne fruit, and that during the next year the Alumni Association will begin to be a mov­ ing force in our college's develop­ ment. Published quarterly as the Alumnus lor lhe members ol the Wilkes College Alumni Asso­ ciation. Second class mail privileges authorized at Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Subscription, S2.0Q OTHER MEMBERS ol the WCAA official family are, left to right: Donald Honeywell, ‘49, vice president; Mrs. Anita Janerich, ‘51, secretary; and Dr. Shadrach Jones, '51, treasurer. J * 4- �Help Lost Alumni Search Continues Find van, Mr. Edward Swislowski, Mr. Richard Todd. 1952 Mr. John Brna. Mr. Joseph Fattorini, Jr., Miss Ann Geraldine Fox, Miss Eleanor Theresa Gorney. Mr. Joseph Henry Kochan, Mr. Robert Howard Nash. Miss Alice Petrochko, Mr. Ed­ mund A. Sajeski, Mr. Donald Edward Williams 1953 Mr. Harry B. Davis, Mr. James R. Gibbons, Miss Constance P. Smith, Mr. Thaddeus R. Stopkoski, Mr. John Theloudis, Miss Shirley Williams. 1954 Mr. Spiros H. Columbus, Mr. Robert Cross, Mr. Bart J. Davison, Mr. Anthony E. Dwojeski, Mr. Edward J. Finn, Mr. John Malamas, Mr. Edward Pasternak, Mr. Vincent Adam Slavit- riena Here is a chance to play Mr. Keene, tracer of lost persons, for your alumni association. Information available states — graduated from Wilkes College — last known ad­ dress proven to be unfruitful. Result— whereabouts unknown. 1945 Mrs. John Adams (Mary L. Stubbs), Mrs. Walter D. Celmar (F. Mackiewicz), Miss Elva Lorraine Regers, Miss June Search, Mrs. Eliza­ beth Tell (Faint). Mr. John G. Verbyla, Mr. Jack Wambold, Mr. John Francis Washko, Mr. Frank Edwin Wheel­ er, Mr. Edward J. Witek. 1949 Mr. Paul J. Bamoski, Mr. Charles M. Clothi­ er. Mr. Pascal J. Danilowicz, Mr. Michael Fex, Jr., Mr. Edward Charles Goldsmith, Mr. John P. Koloski, Mr. Hillard Kozlowski, Mr. William Lavelle. Mr. Julius E. Likowski, Mr. Michael Martinoff, Mr. Cameron Moffat, Mr. Edward J. Parry, Mr. Joseph P. Ruotolo, Mr. Fred Bernard Schultz, Mr. James Alexander Spanos, Miss Irene Marie Smith. 1947 Mr. Donald R. Boguszewski, Miss Faith Graham Davis, Miss Dorothy M. Raub. 1950 Mr. Joseph M. Bendock, Mr. Rudolph Santo Bottei, Mr. William J. Brown, Mr. Samuel M. Chambliss, Mr. Joseph J. Chaponis, Mr. John M. Davis, Mr. William G. Dyke, Mr. Henry G. Frank, Mr. Carl Morgan Gibson, Mr. Albert Stanley Gorski, Mr. William J. Miller, Mr. George Petrilak, Mr. Joseph J. Saber, Mr. Harold A. Schmidt, Miss Emily M. Smetana, Mr. Henry Francis Strozeski. 1948 Mrs. Marc Alribat (Frances Wilki), Miss Ruth A. Dukinas, Mr. Lester G. Jones, Mr. William H. Lewis, Mr. Robert Maitland, Miss Charlotte Ann Najako, Miss Millicent Marie Purcell, Mr. Thomas J. Rayeski, Mr. A.lbert G. Ruzgis, Mr Bernard Joseph Shucktis, Mr. Harold D. Smith, 1951 Mr. Albert G. Danishanko, Miss Michalina Kowicz, Mr. Raymond C. Kresge, Miss Sally Ruth Mittlemen, Mrs. Jeanne Van Newnehizen (Clayoool), Mr. Frederick Harold Poltrock, Mr. John Michael Russell, Mr. Charles Arnold Salinis, Mr. Leon John Shumosic, Mr. Joseph Sulli- Your Officers led to the Luzerne County Courts, the Superior and Supreme Courts and the Federal District Court. He is legal counsel for the Wilkes-Barre Junior Chamber of Commerce and is president of the Wilkes-Barre chap­ ter for Unico National. Cappellini served with the United States Army. He is married to the former Dorothy Jallo of Hazleton and they have two sons, Gifford, age 4; and Jeffrey, age 3. 1946 Mr. Peter P. Halecki, Miss Elizabeth Mary Marlino, Mr. Edward Albert Myers, Miss Shir­ ley P. Stookey, Mrs. Lewis Tomlinson (Caryl L. Galow). (continued from page 3; Gifford Cappellini Gifford Cappellini, president, is a graduate of Bucknell University Ju­ nior College where he was president of the freshman and sophomore classes and president of the student council He graduated from Bucknell Uni­ versity in Lewisburg, and the Cornell Lavr School. He is associated with the law practices of Elmer Harris and Murray Mackson in Wilkes-Barre. Atty. Cappellini has been admit4 Donald Honeywell Donald Honeywell, '49, vice presi­ dent is well-known to you because sko. 1955 Miss Annie P. Findley. he has served as president of the Alumni Association on three occa­ sions. He has been one of the mov­ ing forces behind the Alumni Asso­ ciation. Honeywell is sales man­ ager of Deemer's Stationery Compa­ ny in Wilkes-Barre. He and his wife, Eleanor, have two children, Robert, 5; and Diane, 10 months. Anita Janerich Mrs. Anita Janerich, secretary, at­ tended Wilkes 1948-1951 . White at Wilkes, she became one of the foun­ ders of the college literary society and served as the coordinator at one time. Mrs. Janerich contributed to the Manuscript and Beacon and was a member of the Sociology Club. Up to now, Mrs. Janerich has had five short stories published by a small, but nationally known, pub­ lisher and several poems, one of which won the Indiana Poetry award of the year. She also has had es­ says presented on radio. Mrs. Janerich is now working with the Department of Public Assistance in Wilkes-Barre. She has two child­ ren, Dwight and Maureen. Dr. Shadrach Jones Dr. Shadrach Jones, treasurer, at­ tended Wilkes College from 1948 to 1950. He graduated from Pennsyl­ vania State College of Optometry in Philadelphia in 1954. Dr. Jones was very active in extra­ curricular activities while at college and is now affiliated with many or­ ganizations and is vice president of the Northeastern Optometric Society, Inc. He was an active letterman in college. Dr. Jones has his practice in Kingston. mhe ever-growing Wilkes College || campus was iurther expanded recently with the acquisition of two more South River Street proper­ ties. The addition to the campus of the adjacent buildings, both of which face the River Common in the first block of South River Street, was made known by Gilbert S. McClin­ tock, Chairman of the Board of Trus­ tees. The buildings are the W. F. Dob­ son home, which stands on the cor­ ner of South River Street and West Northampton Street; and the former Dorrance Reynolds home, 32 South River Street. The buildings are ad­ jacent to each other, and thus aid iurther in solidifying the college cam­ pus. The Dobson building has been pre­ sented to the college by Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Weiss, who purchased the structure as a gift to the school. It is understood tnat the building will bear the Weiss family name. Mr. Weiss, founder of the Triangle Shoe Company in this city, is a trustee of Wilkes College. The Reynolds home has been pur­ Former Dobson, Reynolds Homes Added to Campus chased by the college for use as a women's dormitory. It will be the third residence hall for women in that block of South River Street. Others are Sterling Hall and McClin­ tock Hall. The Reynolds home, occupied by members of the Reynolds family un­ til last year, is one of the oldest struc­ tures in the area. It was built in rhe early 1840's, about the same time as was the McClintock home a short distance to the north of it. The Mc­ Clintock building, given to the col­ lege by the chairman of its board, is also a women's dormitory. The Dobson home was built in the early 1900's, according to available records. Dr. Eugene S. Farley stated recent­ ly that the Dobson property will con­ tinue to be used as a residence and for offices for at least another year. It currently houses the offices of the Charles S. Rockey Accounting Firm. The late Mr. Dobson, who each year presented the W. F. Dobson Ac­ counting Medal to the outstanding Wilkes senior accountant, had ex­ pressed a hope that his home would (continued on page 9] K College Continues Expansion, Adds 2 Dormitories PROGRESS GOES ON — Two more steps in the continual progress of Wilkes: Top, W. F. Dobson home and. bottom, Dorrance Reynolds home, newest acquisitions. �Quarter-Century Celebration of Wilkesj Open Tourney . . Pitt's determination to hold onto the Wilkes Open Wrestling Champi­ onship crown at the 25th presenta­ tion of the big holiday tourney this past December 28 and 29 paid off with a sweeping runaway by the Panthers. Pitt's 96 points for the tournament not only exceeded the point score of all other contenders, but was double the 48 points taken by second-rank6 ing Lock Haven (Pa.) State Teachers College. While Pitt proved formidable right from the opening bouts of the pre­ liminaries, Lock Haven, undismayed at the high caliber of the national ccmpetition in which it found itself, kept slowly forgina ahead to beat out such teams as Lehigh, which was third this year, and Michigan, 1955 runner-up and the winner of the 1954 Open Championships. Point scores for the teams found Michigan ranked third with 26, be­ hind third-place Lehigh's 28 and Lock Haven's 48. Of the rest of the nearly 50 colleges and athletic clubs sending grapplers to the Wilkes Open, only Maryland scored in the twenties. Individual performances glistened at the match, but 167-pound Jim Ellis J from Indiana University outshone them all to be voted "Outstanding Wrestler" and receive his trophy from Dr. Farley. Wilkes grapplers entered the tour­ nament this year and fared well, with two, 130-pound Jim Ward and 123-pound Al Lamareax, reaching the quarter-finals in the stiff competi­ tion. The t w o - d a y Championships moved along at a rapid pace after the intense Friday afternoon prelimi­ naries, which saw some 103 bouts run off. All told, the two-day affair went through close to 300 individual contests. Individual Winners (by weight classes) 115-lb. class: Paul Powell, Pitt 123-lb.: Sid Nodland, unattached 130-lb.: Bill Billet, York YMCA 137-lb.: Victor DeFelice, Pitt 147-lb.: Larry Fomicola, Bellefonte YMCA 157-lb.: Robert Richardson, Pitt 167-lb.: Jim Ellis, Indiana 177-lb.: lack Marchello, Michigan 191-lb.: Ron Schirf, Pitt Unlimited: William Oberly, unat­ tached. 7 �TO: The Alumni of Wilkes College Will you permit me to discuss a problem which concerns us all—that of building, developing and increasing the stature of our College. You and I have the opportunity of resolving this problem. But first, let's ask ourselves a few questions: (1) Why should we? (2) What assurance do we have of the perpetuation of this "small" school? (3) Who else is helping? The first question may be answered by asking ourselves: Would you want to help and repay someone who has guided, taught, and even nurtured you on the way to your career? Does your past educa­ tion take on added meaning in fight of your present and future out­ look? Have you found yourself to be a more substantial, responsible citizen as a result of your educational background? Do you want to give others similar opportunities? The answers readily suggest that we should contribute, at least, within our means. A recent article in the Reader's Digest, written by an eminent professor, had this to say on the value of a small college: Joseph J. Savitz, '48, General Chairman of 1957Drive; Alumni Home Promised TAKING OVER a big task as general chairman of the Alumni Fund for 1957 is Joseph J. Savitz, '48, a prominent WilkesBarre attorney. yr generous friend of the college /A who is interested in our alumni association recently promised to give his home to the association when he no longer has any use for it. Y Although the home will not be given in the foreseeable future, we can begin to prepare for the time when it will be given to us through our annual gifts. "It is this concern of the small college for the individual which led me, ten years ago, to decide to leave ihe security and prestige oi a great university and to spend rhe res: of my life in a smaller school. . . . For during ihe las: ten years the small college, instead of dying, has undergone a remarkable rebirth. We know now what ten years ago had io be largely surmised: that the smallness and modesty of ihe small college, far from im­ plying mediocrity, more often represent a pattern of life which produces a high order of excellence." The foregoing indicates the fundamental value of a college like Wilkes. And it also tells us of the strength and need of this type insti­ tution. Where the need is present, the fulfillment of it must be made available. That is also the thinking of many other friends of the College who have assured the perpetual existence of Wilkes by their voluntary, nan-hesitant gifts of: a residence, a Science Building, monetary contributions, or services. We, the Alumni of the School, must manifest our interest, our strength, our loyalty. You will be asked to participate in this Annual Alumni Fund Drive by sending in your contribution. Our objective is a high per­ centage of participation, co-operation — and remuneration. You can help so easily and with such gratifying reward. 'Won't you? Yours sincerely, 4 5^, JOSEPH J. SAVITZ Chairman, 1957 Annual Alumni Fund Drive. 8 Wilkes-Barre Attorney Heads Campaign's 2nd Year, Hopes to Top Last Year's Successful Drive; 'Anonymous Friend' to Provide Building for Alumni ■ yZ' ■it Attorney Joseph J. Savitz, member of the class of '48, has recently agreed to accept the position of Gen­ eral Chairman in the 1957 Wilkes College Alumni Fund campaign. Upon his graduation from Wilkes College, he matriculated in the Uni­ versity of Pennsylvania Law School, where he received his law degree. He was admitted to the Luzerne County Common Pleas Court and Orphans' Court in 1952, and the Supreme Court in January of 1953. He is now associated with the law firm of Rosenn, Jenkins and Green­ wald. Mr. Savitz is a member of the Wilkes College Alumni Lettermen's Association, a member of the Fidelity Lodge No. 655, F. & A.M., the Irem Temple, and the Elks. He was also instrumental in the formulation of the Alumni Lettermen's was also instrumental in the formu­ lation of the Alumni Lettermen's Constitution, serving as chairman on the constitutional committee of that group. It is anticipated that the cost of maintaining and servicing the home will be approximately $4,000 each year. In order to meet this fu­ ture expense, the alumni fund coun­ cil has planned to set aside, in a special fund, 25 per cent of the alum­ ni fund contributions. This fund will remain untouched over a period of years until the home comes into our possession. The remaining 75 per cent of the fund will be used in our twenty-fifth anniversary development program to help attain some of the important goals that have been es­ tablished. The association has long had need for a home of its own and we now have the opportunity of seeing this wish become a reality. The building will house all of the alumni records and will serve as an operating cen­ ter for all alumni affairs. In addition, tentative plans call for use of some of the rooms for over-night accomoda­ tions for out-of-town alumni visiting the college. Last year, the successful comple­ tion of the first annual fund was an indication of your interest in the fu­ ture of Wilkes College. The wonder- ful assistance of 150 graduates who served as class chairmen and class managers under the direction of Russell H. Williams, General Chair­ man, gave the type of support that is necessary for the continued growth of the association and of our college. In 1956, 20 per cent of the alumni participated in the first annual alum­ ni fund. The first five classes which had the greatest number of partici­ pants were the class of '44 with 40 per cent, the class of '50 with 35.3 per cent, the class of '55 with 32.9 per cent, the class of '51 with 23.9 per cent and the class of '52 with 23.6 per cent. In keeping with these figures, the alumni fund council has concluded that our over-all participa­ tion for all classes in the 1957 cam­ paign would be set at thirty per cent participation—an increase of 50 per cent over the 1956 campaign. In our 1957 campaign, 2,000 of our association members will be asked to aid in this program. We urge you to consider giving to the alumni fund through your class so that each class will show a decided improvmeent over last year's results. Remember, it is not the amount you give that is important, but the fact that You Do give. As you are aware, Wilkes College has received magnificent support from friends of the college during the past year. It is important that we help to maintain the momentum of our anniversary development pro­ gram by our contributions. Not only will we be contributing to something beneficial to our asso­ ciation but we are also showing the friends who have aided Wilkes, that we, the immediate family of the col­ lege, are doing our utmost to aid in the successful completion of our an­ niversary program. College Continues Expansion (continued from page 5) some day come into the hands of Wilkes. The gift of Mr. and Mrs. Weiss has now made this wish pos­ sible. Dr. Farley also revealed that an­ other recent acquisition, the Stella Wadhams home, across from the Wilkes gymnasium on South Frank­ lin Street, will be converted into a men's dormitory next fall, at which time the Reynolds home is tentative­ ly planned to be inaugurated as a girls' residence. The two additions will bring to eight the number of dormitories for out-of-area students maintained by­ Wilkes — three for women and five for men. The increased facilities for dorm students have become more neces­ sary as the number of students from other areas applying to the college each year has continued to grow. Purchases and gifts such as the two newest buildings fall into the college's current 25th Anniversary Development Program, presently highlighted by construction of ihe million dollar science building in honor of former Chief of Naval Operations, Admiral Harold R. Stark. 9 �From the Editor's Note Book . . . Here 'n' There with the Alumni 1935 Francis E. Pasquini, class of 1935, is an Ordnance Engineer in the Navy Department for the Bureau of Ord­ nance. He and his wife, Mary, and daughter, Theresa Marie, and two sons, Stephen and Leonard, are Ev­ ina in Washington, D.C. 1937 Melvin N. Kammen is a SecretaryBusiness Manager on the Board of Education in East Brunswick, N.J. He and his wife have two children, Melvin, Jr., and Nancy Jane. John Saricks is now teaching So­ cial Studies and English and is Pub­ lic Information Director for the North­ ern Valley Regional High School in Bergenfield, N.J. He, his wife, Flo­ rence, and daughter are living in Bergenfield. 1938 Leo Simoson is now a physician in Cleveland Heights, Ohio. He and his wife. Helen, are the proud Parents of seven children; El trine. Virginia, Michael and Patricia (twins). Arm, Kathleen, and Dennis. 1942 Anne L. Putkoski is now a house­ wife in Fort Lee, N.J. She and her husband. Dr. Edward P. Putkoski, have a son, Bobby, bcm in 1948, and two daughters, Jean, bom in lie; and Nancy, bom in 1955. Alfred Eisenpreis and his wife, deity jane, are living in ’WilkesBarre, Pa. Alfred is the Assistant Managing Director cf Pomeroy's Department Store. 1943 Albert J. Fladd is now employed ~z a design engineer with Roushey •S Smith. Bracks Building, Wilkesrarre, Pa. He and his wife have two c.-.l.are.-.. Albert, four years, and Helen, eighteen months. 1944 Walter Phillips, the former J '~.z: Post, holds the important position o: "mommy" to her son. Brock, bom March, 1953, and her daughter. Holly, born October, 1954. 1946 Stewart B, Hettig and his wife, Naare r.a Pittsfield, Mass., w.-.e.-e Sy.wart a process engineer for >?.e General Electric Company. They have tyro children, Nadine Faye, Born ;r. 193;, and Rebecca Lynn, bom in ;954. 10 Betty Jane Semko, the former Betty Jane Davis, is secretary to Mr. Wil­ liam O. Sword of the Greater WilkesBarre Chamber of Commerce. She has two children, Paul Scott and Chris. Arthur Williams, who received a B.A. in 1944 in Journalism, is a sales manager for Radio KFBK in Sacra­ mento, California. He and his wife, the former Ann Bragen, are the proud parents of a six month's old daugh­ ter, Emily Ann. 1948 Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Terry, both graduates of the class of '48, are living in Levittown, Pennsylvania. Mrs. Terry is the former Charlotte Naiaka. Tom is the manager of the Correspondent Department of Dun & Bradstreet in Philadelphia. He and Charlotte have two child­ ren, Tom, Jr., and Lee Ann. Mrs. Mary Watson, the former Mary Martin, is now employed as a Medical Technician in the Kilmer Laboratory of the Binghamton City Hospital James J. Whiteley is a Loan Man­ ager for the Household Finance Corporation. He and his wife, Beth, have a daughter, Kathleen Louise, bom on June 6, 1953. 1949 Andrew Skumanich is now work­ ing on theoretical research and de­ velopment in Los Alamos, New Mexi­ co. Andrew received his Ph. D. in Astrophysics from Princeton Univer­ sity in 1954. He and his wife, the former Mary Berdy, have a son, Andrew, Jr., bom in 1956. Charles Rifendifer of Norristown, Pennsylvania, is working as Assis­ tant Manager of Installment Loans in the Montgomery-Norristown Bank and Trust Company. He and his wife, the former Blanche Flood, have three children. Sherry, born in 1952; Chuck, born in 1955; and Craig, born in 1956. Arthur Dalessandro is practicing law in Wilkes-Barre after graduating from the Dickinson School of Lavr. Nelson E. Nelson is a Casualty Ad­ juster for the State Automobile In­ surance Association. He and his wife, Audrey are living in Dallas, Pennsylvania. The couple have two children, Joan Elaine and IJnlp.on HI, Marjorie Green received her Mas­ ters Degree in Math, from Bucknell University in 1956. She is now teach­ ing mathematics in the West Pittston Junior High School in West Pittston. 1950 Russell H. Williams, 1950 gradu­ ate, is the Assistant Advertising Manager for the Eberhard Faber Pencil Company. Russell and his wife, Margaret, have two sons. Rusty, bom December 19, 1948; and Gary, bom November 22, 1950. Robert Barber is the Secretary and Assistant Treasurer with Fleetwcod-Airflow, Inc. Bob is married to the former Jane Adams and they have one son, Robert, Jr., bom October 2, 1955. The Reverend Lester S. Gross, who received his B.A. from Wilkes in 1950 and graduated from the Philadelphia Divinity School in '55, is at St. John's Episcopal Church in Louisville, Ky. Reverend Gross and his wife, Irene, live at 1314 Kremer Avenue. Wayne R e d 1 i n e is presently a Pathology Resident in the Allentown Hospital. He and his wife, the for­ mer Mary Luther, have two little boys—Raymond, born November 12, 1953; and Neil, bom October 17, 1955. Klen Walters, 1950 graduate, is an executive trainee in merchandising for Sears, Roebuck and Company, and he is presently residing in Nan­ ticoke, Pennsylvania. Thomas Richards is a Sales In­ structor for the Crowell-Collier Pub­ lishing Company in Phoenix, Arizo­ na, where his duties include selling, planning, and promoting magazine sales campaigns. Tom was former­ ly the Principal of the Luzerne Ave­ nue School in West Pittston, Pa. He and his wife, Jeanne, have two daughters. Dawn Marie, born on July 23, 1951; and Leslie Joanne, born on March 22, 1956. Joseph B. Gries is presently asso­ ciated with Radio Station WBRE in Wilkes-Barre, where he is an ac­ count Executive Announcer on radio and television. Joe directs and plans advertising campaigns and does snorts announcing. He and his wife, Mary, have one child, Jonna Reese. James Klaproth is living in Al­ toona, Pennsylvania, and is a Pro­ fessional Relations Roprosontativo for the Medical Service Associa­ tion of Pennsylvania. Ho carries on the professional relations pro- : I gram with the doctors of 21 coun­ ties of Western Pa. George E. Hudock, Jr., is now in his Junior year at Jefferson Medi­ cal College. George is married to the former Helen M. Mesavitz, and they are residing in Philadelphia. Maurice Price, his wire, Lorna, and their two sons, David ana Derek, are living in Salisbury, McL, where Maurice is a Comptroller for the Hastings Hatchery, me Uhes-Peake Quality Farms, inc. and the Ches-Peake Dressing Plant, Inc. Joseph Gudaitis, who received a B.S. in Economics in 1950, was married on February 14, 1956, io the former Vicky Mariannaci. Joe is presently employed in the office of Universal Carloading & Distri­ buting Company. Inc., in WilkesBarre. 1951 Donald E. Himlin, class of 1951, is now employed as a Resident Ad­ juster for the firm of Travelers In­ surance Company in Norristown, Pa. He and his wife, the former Elizabeth A. Rutherford, class of ‘51, have two daughters, Karen, age three; and Ellen, age one. William Gorgas is now busy as underwriter for the Insurance Com­ pany of North America. He is re­ siding with his wife and daughter, Barbara Ann, in Swarthmore, fa. Delbert McGuire is a store man­ ager for F. W. Woolworth Company in Philadelphia. He and his wife, the former June Persing, have two children, Richard, born in February of 1952; and Thomas, bom in March of 1954. Gerard Rogers has been recently called back into the Navy. He is an assistant gunnery officer aboard the U.S.S. Kearsarge in Bremerton, Washington. He is married to the former Jeanne Russell of Arlington, Virginia. 1952 William Hart, who is now em­ ployed by Eastman Kodak Com­ pany of Rochester, New York, is doing research and development studies on film chemicals. He and his wife, Virginia, have a son, William Lawrence, who was born on August 3, 1956. Mrs. Ann Morgan, the former Ann Belle Perry, is a teacher for 15 three- and four-year-olds in the Harrison Cooperative Nursery in Mamaroneck, New York. Her hus­ band, Thomas D. Morgan, is an English teacher in Bellows High School in Mamaroneck, Philadelphia as a Junioi Racteriolo- John Simmons, class of '52, is the Assistant City Manager in the administration of Public Relations al the City of Chico, California. Thomas Phipps, '52, is now a buyer in the Purchasing Depart­ ment of the Radio Corporation of America. He is married to ihe former Louise Dodson, '47, who was at one time the secretary to H. J. Morris, at Wilkes College. 1953 Denah Fleisher, class of '53, is now employed as a Legal Secretary and "Girl Friday" at Hadassah in New York City. Denah was formerly Russ Picton's Secretary in the Alumni Office of Wilkes College. Theodore Krohn is working as an attorney for R o s e n n, Jenkins, & Greenwald. Ted was married on December 23, 1956 to Elaine Giltman. 1954 Leonard Swicklik is doing natural product research for Eastman Kodak in Rochester, New York. He and his wife, the former Mary Lou Marguarot, have two children, Catherine Mary, bom on September 8, 1954; and Michael Paul, bom on January 6, 1956. Anita Ruth Gordon is presently employed by Provident Mutual Life Insurance Company in Philadelphia as a secretary. Lt (j.g.) Alexander Cathro is lead­ ing a busy life as a student Naval Aviator in Pensacola, Florida. Alex­ ander received a B.S. in Commerce and Finance in 1954. 1955 Marilyn Ann Peters is working for Trans-World Airlines in New York City at the Sky Chief Desk, handling reservations for travel agencies and business corpora­ tions. Marilyn received a B.A. in English in 1955. Richard Kent is in his second year of Medical School at the Uni­ versity of Pennsylvania, School of Medicine. Last July, he married the former Lorraine Giacometti, who was a former Wilkes student. Edward Cologie, who received a B.S. in Business Education in 1955, is now employed as a business teacher for Foster Township High School in Freeland, Pa. He and his wife, Ann. have four children, Carole Ann. bom in 1946; Ed. Jr., born in 1947; William, born in 1949; and John, born in 1950. Robert Dymond is w o r k i n g in South Carolina with the U. S. Army at Foil Jackson. He and his wife, the fonnet Eleanor Ohtin. have one daughter. Catol Attn. Mary Rose Kozak is employed in gist in the Smith, Kline, & French nabs. She does mycology and bac­ teriology research. William D. DeMayo and his -wife, the former Virginia Fierce, have one son, Douglas, bom on May 29, 1956. Bill expects to graduate from Colum­ bia University in June of 1957. 1956 Gerald Levandoski is now at Penna. State University working on his B.S. in Mechanical Engineer­ ing. Matthew Quay is serving as a public accountant for Peat, Mar­ wick. Mitchell, and Co. in Flemingten, New Jersey. He and his wife, Katherine, have a daughter, Kath­ erine Suzanne, bom on May 6, 1956. Joe Modla is working for ihe Fed­ eral Deposit Insurance Corpora­ tion (District 4) as an Assistant Bank Examiner. The work in­ volves verifying bank statements, examining and analyzing bank operations, and travelling through­ out the district Barbara Boock is working in Sugarloaf, Penna., as a Claims Representative for the Social Se­ curity Administration. Herbert Bynder is presently resid­ ing in Brooklyn, New York, studying for his Ph.D. in Sociology at Colum­ bia University. Louis DeFalco is a junior time study engineer in the Industrial En­ gineering Department for A.M.P., In­ corporated, in Harrisburg, Pa. He and his wife. Peggy, have two child­ ren, Nancy, bom on March 3. 1953; and Maria, bom on March 24, 1955. Kenneth S. Darby, who attended Wilkes, is presently employed by the Tidewater Oil Company at their Suscon office. Ken recently married the former Miss Nancy David of West Pittston. Pa. Miss Marguerite Malko, who attended Wilkes College, became the bride of the Rev. George Paul Allen in July, 1956. They will make their home in Buffalo, where the Rev. Allen is minister of ihe Zoar E & R Church. Miss Beverly Ann Falldnburg became the Bride of Robert Hildebrand in September, 1956. Mrs. Hildebrand is a graduate of the W yoming Valley Hospital School of Nursing and received a bachelor of science degree in nurs­ ing education from Wilkes College in August, '56. She has been a nursing insruetor in obstetrics at the Wyoming Valley Hospital and has assumed a similar position at the Samaritan Hospital in Troy, New York. n �KEEP I UP!! The class news that you have been reading has come from this questionnaire. There will conti­ nue to be class notes as long as you continue to send this back to us with information concerning you and your eventful lives — without it we are lost. 1—Name FIRST LAST MIDDLE Maiden Name Street Town State Telephone 2—Wilkes Degree Withdrew Class Affiliation Semester Hours 3—Transferred to Graduated 4—Other Degrees Source Date Title 6—Business Address Firm 5—Present Employment and Duties 7—Married Year Curriculum Single Spouse (Name) Children (Names - Birthdates) 8—Positions Held (Titles) � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumni Magazine, 1947-present Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Description An account of the resource <p>An archive of Wilkes University Magazine, from 1947-present. The magazine went through various names including <em>Wilkes Alumnus</em>, <em>Wilkes Quarterly,</em> <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, and the current title, <em>Wilkes Magazine</em>. Some editions for the <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, will have multiple issues within the file record. Our holdings may be missing editions for certain years due to having no physical copy within the collection. </p> Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Wilkes University Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Wilkes University Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Wilkes University Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1947-present Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumnus January 1957 Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Marketing and Communications Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource January 1957 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Magazine https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/8294fa319db98896d98a562a84f59051.pdf 3349ca7513f0863ae8705761e41597c9 PDF Text Text r I w A| 8ik HO O' I K Vol. 3, No. 1 October J 95 6 �Board of Trustees 1 ADDED STRENGTH Gilbert S. McClintock, Chairman Three New Trustees Represent Varied Professional Fields Arnaud C. Marts, Vice-Chairman Charles H. Miner, Jr., Secretary US James P. Harris, Treasurer Mrs. Paul Bedford Mrs. Charles E. Clift William L. Conyngham Mrs. Contents: Franck G. Darte Page .. 3 Francis O. Case New Trustees Added to Board Samuel M. Davenport, M.D. Miss Annette Evans Lost Alumni 4 Two New Additions to Campus 5 Harry F. Goeringer Eugene S. Farley Hon. John S. Fine Homecoming Highlights 6-7 George W. Guckelberger Joseph J. Kocyan, M.D. From the Editor's Notebook ... 8 Miss Maty R. Koons toseph F. Lester Sports Roundup 10 Questionnaire 12 Reuben H. Levy Thomas F. Morgan, Jr. F. Ellsworth Parkhurst, Jr. Bev. Charles S. Roush Andre vz J. Sordoni Admiral Harold R. Stark Julius Long Stern AT A HUGE BONFIRE and Pep Rally the night before the Homecoming game. Dr. Eugene Farley is shown crowning the Homecoming Queen, Miss Marilyn Carl, who reigned over the weekend festivities. Looking on, left to right, are princesses Debbie Deisher and Carolyn Goeringer. All three received beautiful gifts from the Alumni Association and from the Beacon, school newspaper, which sponsored the affair. Mrs. Esther Weckesser Walker Aaron Weiss Published by Wilkes College Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania President Office of Executive Secretary Chase Hall Dr. Eugene S. Farley Alumni Officers Russ Picton, Editor Jack Curtis, Associate Editor Donald Honeywell, President Gifford Cappellini, Vice-President Volume 3, No. 1 October, 1956 Arthur Hoover, Secretary Dr. Shadrach H. Jones, Treasurer Published quarterly as the Alumnus for the members of the Wilkes College Alumni Asso­ ciation. Second class mail privileges authorized at Wilkes-Barre, Pa, Subscription, S2.00 I I Gilbert S. McClintock, Chairman of the Board of Trustees, recently an­ nounced the addition of three promi­ nent men to the Board of Trustees of Wilkes College. The election of the three men now gives the college 28 trustees. The newly elected men are: Fran­ cis O. Case, president of Glen Alden Corporation; Thomas F. Morgan, Jr., president of Marts and Lundy, Inc., New York public relations firm; and Aaron Weiss, founder and secretary­ treasurer of Triangle Shoe Company, Inc. Mr. Chase a native of Chattanoo­ ga, has been president of the Glen Alden Corporation since 1953. A graduate ot Cornell University, with a B.S. degree in chemical engineer­ ing, he began his career as a cnemical and metallurgical engineer with New Jersey Zinc Company. He is a member of the Cornell Council. Except two years as an Army aviator in World War I, he remained with New Jersey Zinc un­ til 1922, when he went to Ananconda Copper Mining Company as man­ ager of the firm's Midwestern district. Mr. Case became a vice-president cf Ananconda in 1949, and later headed the project which led to formation of Anaconda Aluminum Company. He was named president of Anaconda Aluminum in 1952. Mr. Case has also taken graduate work at Massachusetts Institute of Technology and Northwestern Uni­ versity. Mr. Morgan is the second member of the administration of Marts and Lundy, Inc. to join the Wilkes board. Dr. Arnaud C. Marts, chairman of the board of the New York philan­ thropic firm, is vice chairman of the Wilkes trustees. Mr. Morgan has been associated with Marts & Lundy, Inc., since its formation in 1926. He has developed many new tech­ niques of organization and is one of the country's most successful fundraising consultants. Mr. Morgan was educated at the U. S. Military Academy (West Point) and Bucknell University and served Thomas F. Morgan, Jr. Francis O. Case as Army officer during World War I. Mr. Weiss, founder and secretary­ treasurer of Triangle Shoe Company, which maintains offices and ware­ houses in Wilkes-Barre, is also presi­ dent of the Ocala Hotel Corporation, which operates one of the principal hotels in Ocala, Florida. He is secre­ tary-treasurer of the Hammec Corpo­ ration of Sayre. Mr. Weiss attended University of Pennsylvania Law School and was graduated in 1916. After practicing law in Coatesville, he enlisted in the United States Navy and served as a wireless operator from 1917 to 1919. Upon returning to civilian life, he started the first store of the Triangle chain and continued to expand until they operated 110 stores. Mr. Weiss is a director of Mercy Hospital and a member of the execu­ tive committee of the Veterans Ad­ ministration Building. He has served as president of the Jewish Community Center and is vice president of the Jewish Community Center and vice president of its Board of Incorpora­ tors. He served as a member of the In­ dustrial Fund Development Board since its organization in 1937 and Aaron Weiss later as president until the Committee of 100 was formed. He was for many years president of Temple Israel and president of the Zionist Organization. He is a member of Wilkes-Barre Rotary and Fox Hill Country Club. 3 �LOST SOULS Lost alumni - 1935 to 1944 classes are included in this issue. Classes '45 - '56 will appear in the next issue. Alumni Office Striving To Bring 'em Back Alive 1935 Mr. John H. Bone, Mr. James M. Burns, Mrs. ■jnes R. Wolfe), Mr. ChrisAlan C. Conway (Agne ■ris. J. Garrity (Marion A. topher M. Edwards, Mrs >ng (Marjorie Alice RichPeters), Mrs. Clem Lor'zDonough, ards), Mr. John H. McL „ . Miss Jean Osbourne MacKeeby, Mr. Emmet Milton Molloj ”>y. Mr. Victor Anthony Navikas, Mr. William IR. Jr., ” Mr. Orlandi, Mr. Isaac Ripple Schumaker, J. zeeney, Edson J. Shannon, Mr. Clarence John Sw< lizaMr. Albert Duncan Thomas, Miss Sarah Eli beth Weller, Mr. Willard W. Woolbert, Mr. Anthony William Yodis. 1936 Mr. William Francis Boyle, Mr. Kenneth M. Dickie, Mrs. George Fenner (Hilda Dahl Flet­ cher, Mr. Ralph Morgan Ford, Mr. John S. Galson, Mr. John Thomas Kotz, Mrs. John T. Lavin (Catherine M. Kilgallon), Mr. James Aloysius Ramsey, Mr. Robert Otto Renville, Miss Rachel Evelyn Rosser, Mr. Allen Alexander Rusin, Mr. Edwin William Smith, Mr, Lazarus Heller Weiss, Mr. David Morgan Williams. We need your help. During the past year, we have tried to find as many lost, strayed or stolen alumni as we possibly could. We have had a great deal of success but in order to bring the new filing system up to date, we are asking for your help. The alumni listed below are lost to us but perhaps not to you. If you know of the whereabouts of any of your friends or classmates indicated below, please send the information to this office. We would like them io receive the Alumnus and other mail­ ings that will keep them informed of the changes here at the college. In addition, we would like to have them keep us posted on their eventful lives so we can pass the information on to you. If you know where a 'lost soul' can be found, just send a postcard or let­ ter to us. It will take only a minute of your time and they will thank you for it. New visible files will carry complete information on each Alum­ nus. A questionnaire, soon to be mailed, will facilitate the gathering of this information. If you have sent information to us concerning your job family, etc., etc., please fill oui the questionnaire and send it to us for checking purposes. If you have not kept in touch with us, the ques­ tionnaire will give you the opportuni­ ty. We hope that you will follow through. THEY NEED HELP! — Both Miss Fleisher and Miss Opsitos, Alumni and Development secretaries, are searching for lost alumni in an intensive effort to bring the new visible filing system up to dale. Will you send in­ formation about yourself, your job and your family for your folder and help make their job easier? 4 1937 Dr. Joseph R. Boyle, Mr. Benjamin S. Davis, Jr., Miss Ann Griffiths, Mr. Melvin N. Kammen, Mr. Donald P. McHugh, Mr. Frederick Allford Miller, Mr. Andrew Peter O'Malley, Mr. Henry N. Peters, Miss Marjorie Lewis Phillips, Mr. Leonard Anthony Rushir Rushin, Mr. Phillip M. Sey­ mour (Mushowitz), Mr. V. Walter Edwin Thomas. 1938 Mr. Robert D. England, Miss Betty D. Fenton, Mr. John D. Gambold, Mr. Robert Elliott Grover, Miss Vera Faith Grushtsky, Miss Margaret Louise Hartman, Mr. Jack Leather, Mr. Charles Frederick Millard, Miss Lillian Morgan, Mr. John J. Mundry. Miss Virginia Evelyn Murdock, Mr. William Howard Thomas. 1939 Mr. Francis A. Baldauski, Mrs. G. F. Bertsch (Julie Place), Mr. Harry L. Campbell, Mr. Frank L. Donnelly, Mr. John J, Emanski, Mr. Marvin W. Fischer, Mrs. Peter Haggerty, Jr. (Mary Rita Donnelly), Miss Katherine A. Lewis, Mr. ..Philip ............................ ’ ’ ’ ' ’ MandloJ. McCabe, Jr., Mr. Abraham vitz, Mr. John Reese Thomas. Mr. Chester H, Warakomski, Mrs. Vernon H. Wyatt (Lillian Guelda Celmer). 1940 Miss Shirley J. Brown, Mrs. Henry Frank (Betty M. Benscoter), Mrs. William J. Jones (Irene Dolores Betz), Mr. Edward J. Labak, Mr. Paul Paddock. Mrs. George Reese (Saline Ed­ wards), Mr. Eugene L. Rogers. 1911 iret L. Bachman, Mrs. Clive L. Miss Margaret Dill (Muriel E. Rees', .^1, Dr. Paul J. Dowdell, Mr. William Carey Evans, Ivans, Mr. John P. Finn, Finn Mr. Fred W. Girton, Mrs. Richard H. Hope (Ruth E. Lynn), Mr. Loren L. Hughes, Mr. Stc tanley R. Kresses, Mr. Joseph W. Kulikuskus,, Mrs. R. E. Lowum (Carolyn Jane Nagro), Mr.. Carl F. O. Miller, Mr. Seymour Mintzer, Mr. J' J. Christopher O'Malley. Mr. Thomas A.. Owen, Jr., Mr. Paul Padlick,. Mr. Murray B. Pincus, Mr. Dean E. Robinson, Mr. Vincent A. Segar, Mr. John P. Shannon, Mr. Raymond Young. Mr. Albert Zaklewicz. 19*2 Mr. William Dapkus, Mr. Gerald Green, Mr. Jerome M. Martis, Mrs. Stefana Shoemaker (Hoyniak), Mr. Stephen Jackson Whiteman. 1943 Miss Grayce S. Bailey, Miss Norma Lee Hoover, Mr. Joseph Markowitz, Mr. Victor A. Patoski, Miss Cecile Roslyn Silverman, Mrs. Sol Spears (Irene Kessler), Miss Ruth Mary Williams. 1944 Mr. Clem M. Kashmar, Miss Helen Morris, Miss Annette E. Pincus. College Acquires Franklin St. Home, New Parking Area Wilkes College recently purchased the late Stella Wadhams' home and an additional lot near the College in the latest steps of its 25th Anniver­ sary Development Program. The two properties are serving to ease shortages in classroom and parking space during the current program of development and expan­ sion. The Wadhams home, a three-story, grey stone, located at 275 South Franklin Street, directly across from the Wilkes gymnasium, will be used for classrooms to alleviate the short­ age of classroom space caused by the razing of three small classrooms and the temporary unavailability of the lecture hall because of the con­ struction of the new million dollar science building. The Wadhams home is the thirtieth building maintained by Wilkes. When the classroom situation is normal, upon the completion of the Harold R. Stark Science Hall, which will supply the college with 47,000 square feet of classrooms, the home will be used as a men's dormitory. The Science Hall is not expected to be ready until early in 1957. Land to the immediate rear of the Wadhams home is being used for faculty parking. The faculty gave up their former parking area when it was decided that the science hall would be built on that site. The other new lot purchased by the college from Mr. Herman B. Shepard, is located on Wright Street, between West South Street and West Ross Street and is being used for student parking. Twenty garages were leveled to make way for the area that can now park thirty cars. The Wadhams property and the lot on Wright Street are adjacent and give the college a throughway be­ tween Franklin and Wright Streets. -4 THE WADHAMS HOME acquir­ ed this summer is now being used for classrooms but, in the future, will be used as a dormi­ tory to house an additional 24 men. The new building is lo­ cated directly across from the gymnasium on South Franklin Street. The ground in the rear of the home is now the faculty parking lot. The garages (at left) were razed to provide for student parking. The student lot, located on Wright Street io the rear of the Wadhams home, has eased the student parking problem considerably. Alumni Secretary Russell Picton Cited at Homecoming One of the highlights at the Satur­ seated to Picton by Art Hoover, class day night Alumni Dance at Home- of '55 and a member of the faculty. coming was the presentation of a The citation, printed here by direc­ citation expressing thanks and ap­ tion of executive alumni council: ACKNOWLEDGMENT proval of a job well done to Russell "For many years, the Alumni Association R. Picton, '55, Executive Alumni of Wilkes College has been nothing more than Secretary. an organization in name only. During the The citation was unanimously past year and a half, however, through com­ leadership provided by the officers, a voted upon at the general meeting petent new interest in the association has been of the Alumni, Saturday morning kindled. While the officers and alumni de­ gnd was read at the dance and pre- serve credit for this renewed interest, there is one among us whose untirij curing efforts and unseen work contribute grec greatly to the continued success of the associatioi iation. "We have been proT □vided with an Executive Secretary whose since :ere interest in the assoelation is exceeded only by his ’ ‘ 5 limitless ambi­ tipn in promoting and maintai maintaining a strong and active alumni association. "We are fortunate, indeed, to have as our Executive Secretary, Russell R. Picton. To Russ we extend our sincere thanks for a job well done. May this acknowledgment of our appreciation be to him an expression of our confidence in him and in the work that he is doing." THE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION 5 �n OMECOMING Close to 300 Alumni returned to Wilkes to enjoy the most successful Homecoming in the history of the school on the weekend of October 13. Perfect weather and a fine pro­ gram set the scene for the most en­ joyable Homecoming in the Associa­ tion's history. Beginning early Fri­ day morning, many of the old "grads" began to gather on the cam­ pus to visit the members of the ad­ ministration and the faculty. Many toured the campus and were amazed 6 at the changes that have taken place since their last visit to the college. Even those who attended last year's homecoming had a few new sights to see and visit, such as, the site of the construction of the Science Build­ ing and two newly purchased build­ ings, the Wadhams Home and the Contessa De Sylva Home. Those who remembered the old cafeteria were amazed by the beauty and roominess of the dining facilities now called "The Commons". The students entered into the spirit of the occasion this year with more zest and enthusiasm than ever be­ fore. The decorations were more elaborate and painstaking and the judges were hard-pressed to choose the best with the displays beautifully lighted and the blare of music in the air creating a holiday atmosphere not unlike Christmas, Traffic proceed­ ed slowly past the campus, as the people of the community enjoyed the scenes. HIGHLIGHTS The crowning of the queen took place Friday night at a pep rally and bonfire held in Kingston. The queen received many gifts from the Alumni Association and the Beacon, which sponsored the affair. A huge car caravan then blared its way back to the campus and a big dance at the gymnasium. The queen and her court proceeded to the Kingston House and there they were intro­ duced to the Alumni at the warm-up party. With 170 Alumni there to meet her, she was well received. Despite the losses of the WilkesUrsinus football game and the Wilkes-Rider soccer game, the spirit and enthusiasm of the "grads" never lagged one iota. Introduction of the queen at half time and the presentation of Out­ standing Athletes of the Decade Awards to Albert Nicholas and Gerard Washco lent atmosphere to the Homecoming events. Both Friday night's warm-up party and the Saturday night dance were overwhelming successes. The Satur­ day night affair, featuring lack Mel­ ton and his orchestra, ran overtime when the graduates wanted more dancing. Even after that, rumor has it, the crowd did not go home, but enjoyed the unhealthy atmosphere of early morning frost and dampness in leaving the various night spots throughout the Valley. 7 �Catherine S. Shants is a Police­ woman for the Metropolitan Police Department in Washington, D.C. She was the former Catherine M. Waters. John J. Surash, who received a B.S. in Chemistry in 1950, is a Textile 1-roject Engineer for the Celanese Corporation of America in Cumbertana, Maryland. John and his wife, Marlyn, have two children, John and Carol. The Surash family are living in Frostburg, Maryland. C. E. Mc­ Ghee, who graduated from Wilkes in 1950 with an A.B. in Liberal Arts, is now a teacher of Spanish, English, and Dramatics in the Ferndale nigh School in Johnstown, Pa. ''Ned" is married to Elizabeth Reese and they have two children — William Reese and Kevin Gilger. From the Editor's Note Book . . . Here 'n' There with the Alumni 1935 William McDonald, '35, is working as Supervisor Quality Control lor the Fenn Extrusion corporation in Erie, Pa. he is marriea to me lortner Ruoy Fisher and tney have one daugnter, Margaret Jane, born in lyoi. John nauze Sancxs, ol Pali­ sades, New YorK, is instructor of so­ cial studies and bngiisn in tne North­ ern Vauey Regional High School in Uemarest, New jersey. John married Florence Toole in IMsl and tney have one aaugnter, Mary Ann, born Sep­ tember, 1946. 1937 Joseph Gallagher, who took pre­ law at Wilkes, is now an attorney ror the Anti-Trust Division, U. S. Depart­ ment of Justice in Washington, D.C. Marie Kopicki is working as a secre­ tary for me International Division of Avco Manufacturing Corporation. Marie lives in Forest mills. New York. 1939 Mrs. Helen C. Graham and her husband, Rev. Robert E. Graham, are serving the First Presbyterian Church of Oil City, Pa. The Gra­ hams have 3 chiiaren, Janice Ruth, Lois Marie, and Brace Robert. Dr. V/alter E. Pluto received his D.D.S. from Temple Dental SchooL He is now practicing in Bethlehem, Pa. Walter and his wile, Irene, have two children, Charlene and Patrice. 1949 Mrs. A.rlene LaBar, the former Arlene Luce, is now a teacher of Senior High Math in the Edgmont High School in Scarsdale, New York. Arlene received her Mas­ ter's Degree from Columbia Uni­ versity. She is married to Clayton LaBar and they have one son, Craig Alan. 1942 Mrs. Richard Carothers, nee Mar­ jorie Mattern, is working as a teach­ er in the Business Education Depart­ ment in the Altoona Senior High School in Altoona, Pa. Marjorie re­ ceived her Master's Degree from Penn State in 1951. Richard Bantie is Guidance Director at Woodstown High School in Woodstown, New Jersey. He and his wife, Beverly, have two girls, Barbara and Debbie. 8 a ceramic engineer for General Electric Company in Cleveland. Albert Condosta is now employed as an Accountant for Western Elec­ tric Company in Allentown. Albert is married to Joanna May, and they have two children — Lee Al­ bert and Neil Samuel. CLAYTON BLOOMBURG, right, chairman of decorations judging committee, is shown pre­ senting the winners' trophy to Bill Lloyd of Weckesser Hall. The dormitory's display was judged tops by the committee. 1945 Mrs. Evelyn Eisenstadt, the former Evelyn Feinstein, is now engaged as a housewife in Philadelphia where she and her husband, Lester, are now living. The Eisenstadts have two children, Ellen and Gloria. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Schmitt, (Helen Staple­ ton, '45) have four children, Maurie, Paul Jr., Lee, and Nancy. The Schmitts are now living in York, Pa. 1948 Mr. John Fetch is working as Pro­ duction Manager of the Adminiq. trative and Engineering Depart­ ments of the Fischer and Porter Company in Hatboro, Pa. John married Therese Baloga, and they have two children — John III and Robert Paul. Joseph Panzitta is associated with his father in the anthracite coal business. Joseph is married to Rose Marie Montone of Wilkes-Barre. Joseph Litchman is working as a Senior Accountant for Price Waterhouse & Company in Philadelphia. He and his wife are expecting a new arrival Wil­ liam Rice, who took engineering at Wilkes and received his degree from Penn State, was recently mar­ ried to Mary Jean Babbage, of Harrisonburg, Virginia. William is 1949 Richard Meidrich, who received his B.S. in C. & F. in 1949, is now Assistant Director of Financial Re­ views & Audits Division at the Labor & Industry Building in Harrisburg. Dick prepares procedures for the In­ ternal Audit Program, supervises audit teams and writes financial and audit reports. He is married to Mar­ jorie Jean Jones and they have two children — Linda Carol and Richard Scot. George B. Jones, who gradu­ ated from Wilkes in 1949, is working in the Actuarial Problems in IBM Field in Arlington, Virginia. He and his wife, the former LaVina Rogers, have three children — Terry, Jeff and Tommy. Donald Wolfe is working in in Wilkes-Barre as an Investigator of Assistance Recipients and Blind Pen­ sion Cases. Donald and his wife, Mary, have two children —■ Donald and Seah. Mrs. Nan Carley, the for­ mer Nan Richards, is now living in Pomfret Center, Connecticut with her husband, William. Joseph John Pinola is working as Assistant Cashier at the Bank of America, in Lawndale, California. He and his wife, Doris, have two children — Mary Grayce and James Joseph. John Martin, who graduated from Wilkes in 1949 with a B.S. in Economics, is work­ ing for WHIZ-TV in Ohio as an an­ nouncer and M.C. He marriad Irmgard Krueger from Germany and they have two children—John and Sandra. The Martin family is living in Zanesville, Ohio. Shir­ ley Jean Fleet, nee Shirley Jean Rees, is presently employed as a Biology teacher in the Matawan High School in Matawan, New Jer­ sey- Shirley and her husband, Walter, are living in Englishtown, New Jersey. 1950 Mr. Robert H. Capin is a Public Accountant at the Deposit and Sav­ ings Bank in Wilkes-Barre. Mrs, henry Vankoski, who received a B.S. in Economics, is working as District Manager of the Charles E. Hires Bottling Plants in Sales and Promotion ol Hires Root Beer in Pennsylvania and New York. James W. Davis is working as an Analytical Chemist in the Research Laboratory of the Burnside Labora­ tory in Stanton, Delaware. Jim re­ ceived his B.S. in Chemistry in 1950. Mrs. Elva Jane Parker was an Elementary school teacher for three years upon her graduation from Wilkes. She has since given up her teaching position to accept the full-time role of a housewife and mother. Carlos Jose Ortega is the head of the Sales Depart­ ment of Heineken's Brewery in Venezuela. Mrs. Gwen Clifford Guzzone is the Secretary to the Vice President of the Pepsi-Cola Company. Gwen and her husband, Paul, reside in New York City. Armin Gill, is associated with the Monroe Calculating Ma­ chine Co., Inc., as the Assistant A Nicholas, Washco Honored 'i1 TOPS FOR TEN — Aller the completion of the first ten years of football at Wilkes, the mem­ bers of all the football teams during that era were polled to find their choice for the out­ standing back and lineman of the decade. Votes poured in and the results were very close, especially in the backfield. Final re­ sults showed that Albert Nicholas was chosen as back of the decade and Gerard Washco was chosen lineman of the decade. Nicholas played in the seasons of 1949, 1950, 1951 and 1954. The break in years was caused by Al’s service time in the United Stales Marine Corps. Washco played from 1946 to 1949 and was one of the bulwarks in the lino during that period of Wilkes College’s best teams. George Ralston, who coached both men when they played hero, made the presentation at half­ time of the homecoming game. Both men were given trophies. Branch Manager in Allentown, Pa. Upon graduation, Armin started out as sales representative with the same company. William Holtzman and his wife, the former Sandy Shesler, are residents of Apple, Wisconsin. Sandy is a housewife and Bill is a student at IPC where he is studying for his Ph.D. 1951 Vester Vercoe is working as a field engineer for the Philip Carey Manufacturing Co. in Moundsville, West Virginia. He and his wife, the former Jean Auman, have two children — Kimberly Todd and Scott Ericson. Mr. Harry Hiscox was married to Miss Beverly Blakeslee on September 1 of this year. Attorney Hiscox graduated from Wilkes and from New York University Law School, where he was a member of Phi Alpha Delta Law Frternity. Harry is practicing law in Wilkes-Barre. Martin Eliot Blake, who graduated in 1951, is now busily engaged as General Manager of the St. Louis Hawks Basketball Club in St. Louis, Mo. He handles the complete business, promotional and financial require­ ments of a major league profes­ sional sports enterprise. Eugene Bradley, who graduated in 1951 with an A.B. Degree in Psychol­ ogy, is presently employed as a Case Work Analyst in the State Council for the Blind in Harrisburg, Pa. Eugene analyzes current case work procedures to advise for im­ provement. Mrs. Joan Keller (nee Joan Likewise) is a housewife in Carlisle, Pa. Joan received her Ter­ minal Degree in Medical Stenogra­ phy in 1951. She and her husband, Gailey, a Senior Law Student, have two children, Charles and Pamela. 1952 Mrs.Elizabeth Aim Zak, the for­ mer Ann Jarolim, is now working as a senior technician at Harper Hospital in Detroit, Michigan. Mrs. Ann Havir Bajus is busily engaged as nousewile, occasional subsiiute in Lakefield Grade School and as­ sistant to her husband. Rev. Luther John Bajus. She is also the mother of Luther John Bajus IL who was barn on July 31, 19o4. Mr. George Kabusk is a news correspondent for International News Service and covers Capitol Hill including the Governor's Office, House of Repre­ sentatives, and the Senate. He is married to the former Gloria Paczkowski and they now have George Kabusk IV, born March 25, 1954. Mr. Alexander Molosh and his wife, the former Lillian Sabachew­ sky, have a little boy, Richard Evan, who was born May 9, 1956. Mr. Charles Gloman and Miss Shir­ ley Ann Bohrer, of Wilkes-Barre, were married in September, 1956. 1953 Mrs. Isabel Ann McMahon, former­ ly Isabel Ecker is now District Di­ rector of the Delaware County Girl Scouts. Isabel and her husband, George, now reside in Philadelphia. George is doing his medical work (continued on page 11 j �From the Editor's Note Book SPORTS ROUNDUP (continued irom page 9) Colonel Squads 'Hoe Rough Row' The Fall intercollegiate athletics program at the college has seen both the Wilkes soccer and foot­ ball teams on the short end of won-lost records, thus far. Coach John Reese's boaters be­ gan their season auspiciously on October 6 by upsetting a favored Hofstra crew. 2-0, at Hempstead, L.I., but then proved disappointing in over-time losses to Rider Col­ lege and Temple University, 1-0 and 3-2, in successive games. Hit by Bullets The Colonels then proceeded to lose their third straight game, 3-1, COLONEL BOOTERS — Members of the Wilkes soccer squad this year, which to date, has to Gettysburg before bouncing won two games while losing four and tying one include, first row, left to right: Nick Giordano, Naples, Italy; Ed Masonis, Kingston; Maurice Hurley. Nanticoke; Tony Bianco, New Canaan, back to earn a 1-1 tie. again in Conn.; Dave Polley. Muttontown, L.I.. N.Y.; Pete Perog, Bogota. N.J.; Joe Morgan. Tunk­ over-time, with Bucknell Universi­ hannock; Don Reynolds, Hanover Twp.; Tim Jenkins. Plymouth. Second row: Assistant ty. Bucknell. coached by Wilkes Coach Jim Ferris. Don Stein. Glen Lyon; Dick Roberts, Plymouth; Jack Heltzel, Kingston; Alumnus, Hank Peters of WilkesBob Koser. Towanda; Jim Stocker. West Pittston; Carl Havira, Wilkes-Barre; Ahmad Kazimi, Jerusalem. Trans-Jordan; Seth Ansah, Accra, Gold Coast; Head Coach John Reese. Third Barre ( a B.U.J.C. grad) was sur­ row: Bob Payne. Wilkes-Barre; Clarence Michaels, Plymouth; Ray Ozehoski. Nanticoke; prised by the outstanding play of Dave Thomas, Wilkes-Barre; Bob Sokol, Wilkes-Barre; Bob Chase, Earlville, N.Y.; Ed Mc­ the Colonels since the Bisons are Cafferty, Wilkes-Barre; Ron Krupinsky, Kingston. Absent when the picture was taken were sporting one of their better soccer Bill Lloyd. Kennett Square, Pa.; Nick Siecko, Wilkes-Barre; Ki Rho Bci, Seoul, South Korea. teams. The showing of Wilkes against its mother institution, Bucknell, must have given the team inspira­ tion since it soundly defeated perennial soccer rival Elizabeth­ town College, 5-3, with Nick Gior­ dano scoring three Wilkes goals. The only other game played to date saw the Colonel's lose a Lafayette, 1-0. Coach Russ Ficton's gridders have experienced a puzzling seas­ en thus far. After holding Hofstra scoreless in the first half of the Kiwanis-sponsored opening game and having out-gained the Dutch­ men considerably, they saw two GRIDDERS FOR '56 — The Wilkes College gridiron squad which so lar this year has been quick touchdowns completely up­ able lo muster only one win while losing five includes, lirst row, leit to right: Julius Yurchak. V/ilkes-Barre.- Joseph Reese. Kingston: Jim Stophens. Plymouth; Boyd Boats, Wilkes-Barre; set the applecart. The incredible Jim Walsh, Bronx, N.Y,; Frank Rossi. Huntington. L.I., N.Y.: and Art Tambur. Harding. final score of the game was 40-0. Second row; Coach Russ Picton, Bill Rinken. Harveys Lake: Al Manarski, Plains; Neil DaMere Dutchmen durka. Los Angoles, Cal.: Bob Masonis. Kingston: Bill parish, co-captain, Huntingdon. Pa.; Ron Rescigno, co-captain. Cambria Height, L.I., N.Y.; Mike Dydo, Askam; Bob Yokavonus. The next game was with Leba­ Hanover Twp.: Dick Wozniak, Nanticoke: Bill Ewasko, student manager. Wilkes-Barre. Third non Valley, vzhich also had a row: Sam Puma, Wyoming; Jerry Loewen. Wilkes-Barre; Tom Doty. Wyoming; Fred Williams. hard time with the Colonels early Wilkes-Barre: Bob Gayeski, Glen Lyon; Mike Tomowski, Kingston; Joo Molski, Glen Lyon; in the game. Once the Wilkes Carl Zoolskoski, Swoyerville; Ray Yanchus, Wilkes-Barre; Ron Ercolani, Allentown. back was broken, however, these Dutchmen also had an easy time at winning, 39-6. handed Ficton's charges a 20-6 loss, on their Homecoming. The lone win on the schedule vzhich was followed by a 26-6 defeat With three games left on the sche­ thus far, came the next week with at the hands of Lycoming. In the dule for both the soccer and grid the Colonels out-classing Ithaca other game played, by the time of squads, Coaches Reese and Picton College, 12-0. Ursinus nulled a this writina, Susquehanna pulled a are hopinq for at least some improve­ surprise on Homecomina Day and real surprise, winning 31-7 over WC ment in the overall season's record. 10 I ! at University of Pennsylvania. Lt. Thomas Michael Vojtek, USN, was recently married to Rita Anne Koprevich, a graduate of the Nesbitt Hospi­ tal School of Nursing. The couple went to Brunswick, Georgia, prior to returning to Newport. Preston Rich­ ard Eckmeder and Miss Carole Careene Shiner were married in a love­ ly summer wedding. Preston is as­ sociated in advertising and sales in Pennington, New Jersey. George Wilmer Liggett is now teaching So­ cial Studies in the 7th and 8th grades in Mays Landing, N.J. George and his wife have three children — Larry, Carolyn and Lewis. 1954 Thelma Ruth Hagen, the former Thelma Williams, is a Funeral Di­ rector at the Williams Funeral Home in Plymouth. Thelma mar­ ried Charles Edward Hagen in Au­ gust, 1956. Eleanor Perlman Young, who married Stanley Young, for­ mer Wilkes instructor, had a baby girl, Leslie Susan, on July 24, 1956. Edward G. Grogan is a field engi­ neer for the Bell Telephone Com­ pany of Pennsylvania. He and Mrs. Grogan, the former Nancy Ralston, have a little girl, Cathy Ellen, bom December 22, 1953. Elizabeth Gill, the former Elizabeth McQuilken, is now teaching second grade in the Upper Darby Township School District. Her husband, George, is a Medical Student at University of Pennsylvania. Edward J. Finn, who received his certificate in Civil Engineering from Wilkes and his B.S. irom Bucknell, was recently married to Eleanor Golomb of Parsons. He is associated with Modjeski and Mas­ ters, Consultant Engineering Compa­ ny in Harrisburg. Lucy J. Liggett, who received a B.S. in Nursing Edu­ cation in 1954, is Assistant Director of Education at Nesbitt Memorial Hospital in Kingston, Pa. 1955 Mrs. Esther G. Strassman is working on her Master's Degree in English at the University of Pennsylvania. Her husband. Dr. Murray Strassman, who attended Wilkes, is a Research Associate at the Institute for Cancer Research in Philadelphia. Miss Irene Golia«h recently became the bride of Willis John Hornick of New York. Mr. Hornick Is manager of Ho­ rnick's Men's Shop in Auburn, New York. Albert Orzechowski is teach­ ing classroom music and directing the chorus in the Ben Franklin School in Bristol, Pa. Albert and his wife, Louise, have five children. Richard Gribble, who received a B.S. in C. & F. in 1955, is an Avia­ tion Cadet in Bainbridge, Georgia. James Paley, who attended Wilkes, recently married the former Patri­ cia McGeehan. 1956 Jim Ferris, Wilkes College Class of 1956 and a resident of Kingston, Pa., is serving his former Alma Ma­ ter, Kingston High School, as a teacher and Assistant Basketball coach. Jim also aids Wilkes Soccer coach, John Reese, as his Assistant. Jim is well remembered for his parti­ cipation in basketball, baseball and as a Wilkes College "booter". Miss Patricia Petrash, who received a certificate from Wilkes in June, is employed as a medical secretary for Dr. Robert M. Kerr in Wilkes-Barre. Dr. Kerr is also a graduate of Wilkes, Class of 1939. Miss Bernice Thomas, '56 graduate, began her duties as a first grade teacher recently in Tow­ son, Maryland. Bernice was the President of Theta Delta Rho during her Senior year at Wilkes. Clarence Givens is presently employed as an accountant with the Joseph H. Wil­ liams firm, located in the Brooks Building in Wilkes-Barre. Clarence and his wife, the former Janet Met­ calf, became the proud parents of twin sons in August. Joseph Popple, a June graduate with a B.S. in Commerce and Fi­ nance, has been commissioned an Ensign in the U. S. Navy and is on active duty at the Naval Supply Corps School in Athens, Ga. Joe received his commission through the Naval Reserve Officer Train­ ing Corps program and will serve a three-year enlistment. Joe was treasurer of the Letterman's Club and particinated in basketball and soccer. Miss Gwen Jones com­ pleted her Music Education train­ ing at Wilkes in August, 1956. As of September 1, Gwen has been under contract as a Music Teacher in the Plainfield, New Jersey, ele­ mentary schools. Gwen's engaaement to Harrv "Skinny" Ennis, '55, has recently been announced. The former Miss Nancy Beam is now Mrs. Karl Thomas. Nancy gradu­ ated in June with a degree in Edu­ cation. Georae Batterson, who was the Senior Class President of 1956, is now associated with UARCO, Inc., in New York City where he devises business systems and designs business forms. "Mo's" home town is New Canaan, Conn. Richard Jones, a '56 graduate with a B.S. in Secondary Education is now a teacher of 9th grade in the Lawrence High School, Long Island, New York. William Behrends, who earned a B.S. in C. & F. through the night school program in the short time of five years, is now associated with Dupont in Wilmington, Del. Previous to that time, Bill was a Bank Clerk for six years. On October 6, 1956, Miss Irma M. Bianconi became the Bride of Andrew A. Molitoris. Mrs. Molitoris graduated from Wilkes in June of '56 and is employed as a medical technologist at Moses Tay­ lor Hospital in Scranton. Andy at­ tended Wilkes and is employed by International Business Machines Corporation, also in Scranton. Richard Carpenter is presently employed as a research chemist for Hagen Corporation of Pitts­ burgh. Dick will soon be married to Miss Jeanne Machonis who at­ tended Wilkes and is employed as a member of the Registrar's staff in Chase Hall. Dick and Jeanne plan a November wedding. Mrs. Marie Theresa Collins, who gradu­ ated with a B.S. in Nursing Educa­ tion is presently employed as an Instructor in the Wyoming Valley HosnitaL Jan Olenginski, a recent Wilkes Graduate, is now a fresh­ man in the Dental School at the University of Pennsylvania. Jan married the former Miss Patricia A. Grabowski shortly after his graduation from Wilkes. Jerome Blasko is employed as a Psychiatric Nursing Instructor in Dan­ ville at the State Hosoita] where he teaches affiliate student nurses. Frank Salvatini is associated with Tung-Sol Electric, Inc., in Weatherly, Pa., where he is the Plant Accountant supervising all accounting functions and assisting the comptroller. Frank and his wife, the former Edith Mercantino, have two sons — Frank Gregory, age 9, and Marc Anthony, age 6. Allan Lieberman, who at­ tended Wilkes College, graduated from New York University, Class of 1956. and is presently a student at the Chicago Medical School. Jean­ nette Perrins and James Richardson became "Mr. and Mrs." on Auqust 11, 1956. Mr. and Mrs. Richardson are residing on Staten Island where Jim is assistant manager of Sears, Roebuck & Co. Jeannette began her duties as a third grade teacher in Elizabeth. New Jersey, with the start of the Fall term. Jim graduated from Wilkes in 1952, and Jeannette in '56. 11 �Atty. John J Milano ■J>4iprth La S»' .le Street Chicago 2 Illinois NEWS?? ANY We would like to know what all of you are doing so that we can pass it on to some of your long lost friends. Also, each record that we receive from you is going to be kept in your personal folder here in the office. We want a folder for each of you, so please fill out this form and send it to the Alumni Office, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 1—Name MIDDLE FIRST LAST Maiden Name Street State Town Telephone 2—Wilkes Degree Class Affiliation Semester Hours Withdrew 3—Transferred to . Graduated 4—Other Degrees Source Date Title 6—Business Address Firm 5—Present Employment and Duties 7—Married Spouse (Name) Year Curriculum Single Children (Names - Birthdates) 8—Positions Held (Titles) � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumni Magazine, 1947-present Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Description An account of the resource <p>An archive of Wilkes University Magazine, from 1947-present. The magazine went through various names including <em>Wilkes Alumnus</em>, <em>Wilkes Quarterly,</em> <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, and the current title, <em>Wilkes Magazine</em>. Some editions for the <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, will have multiple issues within the file record. 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Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumnus October 1956 Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Marketing and Communications Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource October 1956 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Magazine https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/51848f1b2619fa5751456728aea8b07c.pdf 6c053e75d8bef252af59353d364b9109 PDF Text Text �Board of Trustees ANOTHER MILESTONE Gilbert S. McClintock, Chairman Arnaud C. Marts, Vice-Chairman Charles H. Miner, Jr., Secretary James P. Harris, Treasurer Mrs. Paul Bedford Jasper B. Carr Contents: Page Mrs. Charles E. Clift Stark Hall Ground-breaking William L. Conyngham Mrs. Franck G. Darte Alumni Welcomes '56 Samuel M. Davenport, M.D. Fund Report .. Miss Annette Evans Harry F. Goeringer Hon. John S. Fine Homecoming Schedule, Ford Foundation Grant 9 Stark Hall Underway 10-11 George W. Guckelberger Joseph J. Kocyan, M.D. Miss Mary R. Koons Foundation Support 12 Scholarship Campaign Success 13 Sports 14 From the Editor's Notebook 15 Football and Soccer Schedules 19 DR. MARTS ADDRESSES ASSEMBLAGE Left to right: Rev. Burke Rivers (partially obscured), Gilbert S. McClintock, chairman of the board of trustees; Adm. Harold R. Stark, college trustee; Dr. Eugene S. Farley, college president; Dr. Arnaud C. Marts (at lectern), vice-chairman of the board of trustees; Reuben H. Levy, college trustee; Rev. Edgar F. Singer. ADMIRAL STARKS ACKNOWLEDGMENT latform, left to right: Rev. Burke Rivers, Gilbert S. McClinchairman of the board of trustees; Adm. Harold R. Stark (at lectern), college trustee; Dr. Eugene S. Farley, college presi­ dent; Dr. Arnaud C. Marts, vice-chairman of the board of trus­ tee; Reuben H. Levy, college trustee. Joseph F. Lester Reuben H. Levy F. Ellsworth Parkhurst, Jr. Rev. Charles S. Roush Andrew J. Sordoni Admiral Harold R. Stark Julius Long Stern Mrs. Esther Weckesser Welker ON THE COVER — Representatives of the college administration and trustees as well as the contracting firm are shown breaking ground for the Harold Stark Science Hall on June 4. Left to right, as ground is dug signifying the beginning of construction work, are: Reuben H. Levy, trustee; Andrew J. Sordoni, Jr., of Sordoni Construction Company; Dr. Eugene S. Farley, Wilkes president; Admiral Staik, trustee and former Navy figure; and Gilbert S. McClintock, chairman of the trustees. President Published by Wilkes College Dr. Eugene S. Farley Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania Office of Executive Secretary Chase Hall Alumni Officers Russ Picton, Editor Jack Curtis, Associate Editor Donald Honeywell, President Gifford Cappellini, Vice-President Volume 2, No. 4 July, 1956 Arthur Hoover, Secretary Dr. Shadrach H. Jones, Treasurer Published quarterly as the Alumnus for the members of the Wilkes College Alumni Asso­ ciation. Second class mail privileges authorized al Wilkes-Barre. Pa. Subscription, S2.00 Ground Broken for Stark Science Hall, Honoring 'Man Who Put Us in Business' Wilkes College formally broke ground for the Harold Stark Science Hall, the first of several carefully planned steps of progress in the Twenty-fifth Anniversary Develop­ ment Program in ceremonies, on June 4 at the rear of Ashley and Butler Halls, midway on the campus. Work on the building, which was made possible through the generous gifts of several anonymous friends of the college was begun shortly there­ after and currently workmen of the Sordoni Construction Company are undertaking the actual construction operation. Dr. Arnaud C. Marts, vice-chair­ man of the Wilkes Board of Trustees, paying tribute to Admiral Stark in his address, cited the former chief of naval operations, Wilkes-Barre na­ tive and Wilkes trustee as "the man who put the college in business." He referred to the Admiral's early in­ terest in Wilkes when it was yet Bucknell University Junior College and to his donation of his former home, Chase Hall, which now serves as the institution's administration building. "So well," Dr. Marts continued, "have the men behind the college, with the Admiral, striven in their en­ deavors to build upon the foundation laid many years ago, that since the establishment of the college, more than 7,000 young people have not, as might otherwise have happened, had their educations ended arbitrari­ ly-" Dr. Marts who was a trustee of Bucknell University when the Lewis­ burg institution established it Junior College here and who was later Bucknell president in the most cru­ cial years of Wilkes' development, called the ground-breaking ceremony a "significant day in the life of Wilkes College." Paying tribute, as well, to those persons who supplied funds for the erection of the new home for science, Dr. Marts said, "the little group of men who have had the great generosity to send 5900,000 to the college in order that this science building might be built are men who deserve, and whom I am sure will receive, quiet though unspoken thanks and gratitude of each person here, and of all the other men and (continued on page 19,' TAPE, FILM RECORD SCIENCE HALL PROGRAM In order that a permanent record of the historical ground-breaking ceremo­ nies for the Stark Science Hall might be kept in the archives of Wilkes Col­ lege, a special tape recording of the entire ceremony was made on June 4. The tape will be transferred on to permanent discs at a later date and put in the library for safe keeping. Another milestone in the rapid growth of development of the college, several hundred feet of news reels and various other still photos -were taken, all of which helped to capture the true color and importance of the occasion. John G. Detroy, chairman of the Music Department made the excellent recordings, having offered his services for the ceremonies to the Public Rela­ tions Office. Admiral Stark's talk the same evening was also taken on tape. 3 �STRENGTH IN NUMBERS Alumni Welcomes Class of 56 to Association; Avirett, Stark See Progress Through Education Nearly 190 new members were added to the Wilkes College Alumni Association on June 3 and 4 —- Com­ mencement weekend. In Baccalaureate and Graduation at Wilkes, the new graduates heard separate talks by William G. Avir­ ett, of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, and Admiral Harold R. Stark, former chief of naval operations. Theme of both talks was a hope for the future; Mr. Averitt, in effect, suggesting the dream of a "new re­ naissance." Admiral Stark left the graduates with the thought: "Today well-lived makes every yesterday a dream of happiness and every tomorrow a vision of hope." In his baccalaureate address, Mr. Avirett, former education editor of the New York Herald-Tribune and the man who gave the college a needed boost in that paper at its in­ ception, said that his hopes for the future of the world are wrapped in three essential dreams. It is on these dreams, or hopes, which he bases his suggestion of the new life or renaissance. He stressed that these hopes are based on continued advancement in education, in scien­ tific research and a world in which these factors will work toward estab- William G. Avirett 4 lishing peaceful relations among all mankind. -' In his talk, entitled "Old Man River", Mr. Avirett paralleled the progress of world history to that of a river which from a tiny spring meanders, growing as it moves, to become the great seven seas. In discussing the relationship be­ tween a river and world progress, he used "Wilkes College located on the Susquehanna River" as an ex­ ample of the distance we have come in world development. "The Sus­ quehanna," he exclaimed, " has one of its tributaries in little Paine Creek on the campus of Colgate University in New York State. Then it moves on and becomes the Chenango and later the Susquehanna. "Our quest for the accomplishment of international peace, good will and understanding among men has come to the point," he added, "that the Susquehanna has reached here as it passes Wilkes College." It is the dream that world condi­ tions continue on to reach the seven seas — which would be accomplish­ ed through mankind working togeth­ er toward a common good — to a better society in which people will live together in common fellowship and understanding. Citing statistics which indicate that college enrollments in this country will reach between three and three and a half million by I960, the speak­ er backed his reason for hope that we may undergo a new renaissance. He also cited tremendous scientific research going on continually in the United States as another hope through which the new renaissance might be accomplished. By keeping abreast of each other in atomic research, he indicated, the two great political systems of the world may well, through fear of self­ annihilation, direct their resources toward peaceful use of atomic povzer and other scientific advancements. Citing historical instances, he said v/e may be able to look to a century of relative peace following the twochapter world war. He also hinted that words of the Bible, from a prophesy of Isaiah, could have deep meaning to the new members of the Alumni. A portion of the words are inscribed on the United Nations building in New York. They read — "They shall sit every man under his vine and under his fig tree." Mr. Avirett paused, and with emphasis, concluded, "and none shall make them afraid." Admiral Stark spoke on a subject dealing directly with the Wilkes Col­ lege area — his speech entitled "Wyoming Valley — Past, Present and Future," employing the theme in a manner in which to show graduates that they must have vision, courage and faith if they are to succeed in the lives that lie ahead of them. He cited Greater Wilkes-Barre's struggle for economic rehabilitation as a prime example. He said, "We, in our generation in America, are living on brains, educated brains. The following gen­ eration will enjoy even greater pros­ perity and abundance because of the education our colleges and universi­ ties are giving." Quietly and without fan-fare, he opined, "this community is being changed from a mining to an indus­ trial center." He lauded the local Chamber of Commerce, Industrial Fund, Wilkes College and all other agencies which have worked toward a common goal. Reminding again that in the edu­ V '2 3 1 Admiral Harold R. Stark AT BACCALAUREATE — Members of the class of 1956 as well as the faculty and administration are shown in the gymnasium where they heard William G. Avirett, of the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace, give the principal address at the Sunday afternoon service. Overflow crowds of friends and relatives of the graduates were on hand for both baccalaureate and commencement. 187 Graduates Join Ranks of 'Old Grads' cation of our young people lies the future hope, he called the increasing research, "the seed-corn of America's future economy," Admiral Stark continued by asking, "Who is doing all this research? Who are these men and women whose brains are creating tomorrow's industries? They are the college boys and girls of yestterday." But, he warned, that in spite of all our strides, we are still like children paddling along the shore of a great ocean of knowledge. "More and more must be trained by our colleges and some day, we will inherit the well-being which God intended for His children on earth." The Admiral outlined four points which the job requires. They were: encourage research that will develop new uses for our greatest natural re­ sources; developing a plan of co­ operation for existing industries to assure their continued success and growth; create conditions that will attract new industries; and, cultivate a high morale and community spirit through the support of our schools and colleges, our churches and so­ cial agencies and our cultural groups. "The job requires vision, courage, faith, intelligent planning, leadership and community determi­ nation to get on with the job and see it through," he said. Fittingly for a naval career officer, Admiral Stark warned, "like a ship we all stay up or go down together, and added, "in the Navy it's what we call an all hands job." An overflow crowd watched Dr. Farley present diplomas to the grad­ uates. A number of special awards were also made. Helen M. Krachenfels, Forty Fort, was named outstanding graduate of the year and was presented the award by Donald L. Honeywell, president of the Wilkes Alumni Asso­ ciation. James Francis Riordan, Jr., Mocan­ aqua evening school student, was re­ cipient of the Dobson Medal in Ac­ counting and Monroe H. Firestone, Scranton, was winner of the Penn­ sylvania Institute of Certified Public Accountants Award. Both presenta­ tions were made by Samuel A. Rosenberg, chairman of the Depart­ ment of Commerce and Finance. Voris B. Hall, chairman of the En­ gineering Department, presented the Engineering Award to Donald Hilton Covey, while Catherine H. Bone made the Chemistry Award in dupli­ cate to Donald S. Bems, an August graduate, and Sheldon H. Isaac, Lu­ zerne. A dance and reception for the graduates was given by the alumni at the American Legion Home, North River Street, following graduation. New alumni who received degrees at the June 4 commencement were: Bachelor of Arts — Stanley Abrams, Madge Klein Bonovitz, James Edwin Benson, Glenn Dale Carey, Robert Joseph Coon III, Robert Ward Darrow. Merlyn Jon Dixon. Robert Lee Evans, Ivan Falk, Joseph Robert Jablonski. Della Louise King. Helen Mae Krachenfels, Jean Mary Kravitz, Marianne Claire Kraynack, John Peter Kushnerick, Carl Frederick Lahr. David Byron Lucchino. Basia A. Mieszkowski, James B. Mitchell. Jr., Barbara Grow Neuwirth. Giorgia Tomassetti Phillips, Carl Joseph Potoski, Thomas Robert Price, Joan Mary Shoe­ maker. Samuel Robert Shugar, John Stockard Stein, Edward James Troutman, Ralph Ernest Whitmer, Thomas Theodore Williams, John Oliver Withey, Dorcas Younger. Bachelor of Science in Biology and Chem­ istry — Donald Sheldon Bems, Richard Baker Carpenter, Sarah Louise Harvey, Sheldon Harold Isaac, Eli Andrew Kopcho, Donald Robert Pacropis, Joan Christine Perash. John William Sherwood. Monica Romaine Utrias. Bachelor of Science in Commerce and Fi­ nance — Andrew Barovich, Richard Van Bartlebaugh, Nancy Ellen Batcheler, George Herbert Batterson, Jr., Mollie Beard. Williams Sine Behrends, Edward Berkowitz, Fred James Boote. John Robert Bom, Nancy Clemen’: Brown, Forrest Walter Bromfield, John Jareli Cashmere, Harold Cirko, Frederic Cohn, Berton Lewis Davis, Louis Philip DeFalco, Kem Carter Dibble, Sylvester John Evan, Monroe Henry Firestone, Edgar Alexander Gartley III, Cla­ rence Charles Givens, Jr.. Henry Karl Goetzman, William Gorski, Howard E. Gross, John Hurst Hessler, Jr., Hugh B. Hughes, Reese Davis Jones, Constance A_ngela Kamarunas, Richard William Kotch, Daniel Metroka. Ches­ ter Henry Miller. Jr.. Joseph Sebastian Modla, Oscar George Nichols, Michael Jay Perlmuth, Joseph Paul Popple, Matthew Kline Quay. Michael Joseph Reilly, James Francis Riordan. Jr., Allan Bend Rosenberg. Frank James Salvantini. Tony Scarantino, Raymend Michael Sillup, Louis Francis Steck, Charles William Stocker, Gilbert Diack Tough, Lawrence An­ thony Ungvarsky, Donald Joseph Warakomski. Michael Joseph Weinberger. Charles Leo White, Joseph Frank Wilk, Bruce Thomas Wil­ liams, John Carl Yaroshes, Paul Peter Zavada. Bachelor oi Science in Education — Patricia Ruthe Stout, Michael Joseph Barone, Jessie Alice Roderick, Bernice Ann Thomas, Ralph Sterling Harrison, William David James III, (continued on page 19) 5 �OUR DOLLARS COUNT! First Annual Fund Drive Deemed Successful; Nearly $4,000 Given as Alumni Interest Runs High By RUSS PICTON '55 Executive Alumni Secretary ft is with a great deal of pride and satisfaction that I am able to report to you that the first annual alumni fund has been a success. With the fine beginning that we have made this year, there is no doubt that in future years the alumni will mean more and more to the growth of the college. It is gratifying that so many of you are taking pride in the rapid strides that are being made by your Alma Mater. The pattern that you are develop­ ing through your gifts to the alumni fund will undoubtedly furnish Wilkes College with an income of unrestrict­ ed funds which are necessary to its future development. Although we have relatively few graduates who have been working in their respec­ tive professions long enough to reach the top, this fine foundation, begun in the 1956 campaign, will serve as a basis for a surer and stronger asso­ ciation between the college and its alumni. We are certain that, once the need for annual giving is shown to you, the percentage of participa­ te n will rise rapidly. There is no ■oubt in our minds that you have ■= interest cf Wilkes at heart. When r stop to rsalize that the money college has received in the past r has been given by individuals .,ho are friends of the college, most or whom do not have a degree from it, then you can realize how Wilkes College has grown in stature in its short history and how important your support is to its future. The final results of the campaign show that the fund reached a total cf $3,709.79, as of lune 30. This amount, received from 365 contribu­ tors, indicated that 20.27 percent of the total number of alumni solicited participated in the initial campaign. It is exceedingly gratifying to find that this group gave an average gift of S10.16 per person, certainly a gen­ erous response. In further analyzing the results of the campaign, it is in­ teresting to note that the honors for the class gaining the highest parti­ cipation went to the class of '44 with a high of 40 per cent, followed close­ ly by the class of ‘50 with 35.3 per 6 Mrs. Robert C. VanRiper S42.00 13.4% Warren Kistler Dr. John M. Kohl Peter Mayock Mary J. Pohala Mrs. Harold Rosenn Robert S. Rovinski Emma L. K. Tredick S39.50 21.2% 1943 NELSON F. JONES DR. WILLIAM S. MYERS Peter Caprari Mrs. Thomas F. Flanagan John P. Heim Mrs. Eva C. Levy Mrs. Frank P. Speicher S103.50 40.0% 1944 MRS. RUTH P. JONES MRS. WILLIAM MYERS MRS. BRYN W. WATERS Robert Barnum Harry Hochreiter, Jr. Mrs. Joseph A. Keating Mrs. Andre Kerr Dr. Alex Kotch Mary J. Lytle Mrs. Janet Phillips Mrs. Katherine Quinn William C. Robinson Ruth M. Voelker Daniel Williams S38.00 18.9% 1945 ATTY. GIFFORD CAPPELLINI ROBERT LEHET Louise Hazeltine Dr. Edithe J. Levit Louise M. Saba Harvey (G. Trachtenberg Dr. Ruthi M. Young S20.00 8.8% 1947 M. LLOYD DAVIES Dr. Newton Goldberg Dom Yanchunas S23G.50 20.7% 1948 MRS. HERMAN BAUMANN RICHARD H. CONKLIN MYER HARRIS JOHN MOSS WILLIAM H. RICE ATTY. JOSEPH J. SAVITZ Norman Baum Mrs. Evie M. Beissenger John Cooney Mrs. John M. Culp, Jr. William S. Doberstein Frank J. Evans Mrs. Frank J. Evans J. Glenn Gooch Edward R. Hendler Margaret Hobbs George Kuzmak F. Prentice Lacy Jerome Mintzer Mrs. Muriel Mintzer Mrs. Harold E. Rein Joseph J. Romanick M. Ruggere Helen D. Siegel Joseph B. Slamon, Jr. Harold D. Smith Frederick D. Varker S365.50 1949 16.0% DR. DORIS G. BARTUSKA WILLIAM G. BECK CLAYTON A. BLOOMBURG xGERALD P. BUSH DONALD L. HONEYWELL JOSEPH KANNER CLAYTON KARAMBELAS DR. DOUGLAS M. MACNEAL MRS. DOUGLAS M. MACNEAL ROBERT C. RILEY JOSEPH SOOBY, JR. Eugene R. Anderson Melvin Barry 1942 Russell H. Williams cent and the class of '55 with a per­ centage of 32.9. The next two classes completing the top five were '51 and '52 with 23.9 and 23.6 re­ spectively. In commenting on the results of the campaign, Russell H. Williams, '49, chairman of the alumni fund campaign, stated: "The campaign threefold purpose, has served a First, it has made the alumni aware of the rapid change in the physical plant of Wilkes College during the past year and has brought to their at­ tention the future plans of the col­ lege. Second, they now feel a re­ vitalized interest in the college as a result of feeling a part of it be­ cause of their gifts. Third, the campaign has helped to establish a firm foundation upon which the college and the Alumni Associa­ tion will work hand in hand in the future. "I would like to point out to all that the responsibility for the suc­ cess of the campaign was hinged on the activity of the class man­ agers and it is they that we have to thank for such a splendid and auspicious beginning. Their un­ selfish gift of time and effort is sincerely appreciated by those of us concerned with the success Of the alumni fund. "My thanks to those of you who have supported the college with gifts and who are sympathetic with the job that it is trying to do And my specific thanks go to th° class managers for making the campaign a success." In the report which follows, the re­ sults of the first annual alumni drive is given by classes. Each class re­ port indicates the total amount con­ tributed, percentage of participation, and the name of the persons in the class who have given to the alumni fund. Those names in capital letters at the beginning of each class are the class managers. In the later classes of '53 and ’55, a number of alumni have adopted insurance plans bene­ ficial to the college. They are mark­ ed by asterisks (*). Those alumni who have utilized their corporations matching gift plan are indicated by (x). Some alumni carrying insurance have also given an additional gift, they are indicated by the double asterisk (**). CLASS5 PARTICIPATION 1935 6.6% GEORGE M. JACOBS ROBERT MELSON Marion G. Harris Dr. Edward G. Hartman Ambrose Saricks 1936 2.3% Lois Pearse 1937 6.9% JOSEPH G. DONNELLY BETTY T. REES Mrs. Fred H. McGowan 1938 6.9% Mis. Harry y A. Dower Rev. Reube, >en Rader R. J. Roush 1939 7.0% DR. ROBERT M. KERR Jerome B. Greenwald Dudley S. James Mrs. Richard Nutt 1940 6.0% LEON F. WAZETER, JR. Mrs. Arthur M. Davies Earl C. Haefele Jack P. Karn 1941 13.6% BENJAMIN J. BADMAN ALFRED S. GROH Bernard G, Achhammer Dr. John A. Anthony Atty. Thomas Brislin Stephen M. Charney Mrs. Charles Reif Irene Santarelli AMOUNT S40.00 S10.00 S12.00 S17.00 S31.00 S35.00 S145.00 TWO-TIME WINNER — Giorgia T. Phillips, member of the Class of 1956, was presented with two joyous events within little more than 24 hours, Mrs, Phillips saw the stork outrun the academic pro­ cession at Wilkes and gave birth to a bouncing baby girl — only hours before she was to receive her bachelor's degree. The degree was presented to her at Nesbitt Memorial Hospital, Kingston. She is the wife of former Wilkes student, David Phillips, now with the Army in Korea. Here is one alumna who is doing her utmost for the college, as she says, providing a future coed for the Wilkes campus. Jack W. Brobyn John M. Culp, Jr. Paul F. DeWitt Capt. Sam Elias Dr. Morris Feinstein Dr. Peter G. Glowacki Marjorie T. Green Karl L. Haas William J. Henry Ralph F. Hodgson William G. Jones Jack M. Kloeber Edwin M. Kosik Joseph M. Marino Johnny Martin Jane K. Merritt Stanley C. Novitsky, Jr. Mrs. Calvin E. Rakes A. K. Rasmussen Shirley J. Rees Arthur J. Rice, Jr. Joseph R. Seitcheck, Jr. John A. Soft Gordon R. Stryker Joseph Swartwood Donald Wolfe S459.00 1950 35.3% WILLIAM BOYD DR. DONALD C. FOLLMER WILLIAM B. GRIFFITH REV. LESTER S. GROSS, JR. J. GEORGE KITLER NICHOLAS KONCHUBA FRANCIS B. KRZYWICKI ROSS S. LEONARDI LAWRENCE B. PELESH FRANCIS S. PINKOWSKl JOSEPH RADKO JOHN H. SHOEMAKER ARTHUR A. SPENGLER MRS. EDWARD F. WHEATLEY KENNETH WIDDALL MRS. KENNETH WIDDALL JOHN E. YOUNG William H. Bergstrasser Harry H. Black Edward J. Brill Stuart D. Colman Michael F. Connors Daniel E. Doris, Jr. Michael Elchak Mrs. Edward Eyerman, III Armin J. Gill Virginia C. Holifeld Naomi Hons Edwin L. Johnson Donald Kemmer xPhilip E. Kennedy Francis S. Koch Julius E. Kuhn George A. Lewis Edward Lidz Dr. Walter McKychic Victor Minetola Edgar Plummer William A. Plummer Mrs. A. K. Rasmussen Thomas C. Richards Clyde H. Ritter Samuel Sawka Daniel Sherman Mrs. Harold D. Smith Mr. John D. Stark Mrs. John D. Stark John Turchin Henry S. VanKoski Robert L. Williams Russ H. Williams Ted A. Wolfe 1951 23.9% DONALD E. BLANKENBUSH ROBERT R. ELTUS HARRRY R. HISCOX REV. FRED D. HOFFM HAROLD I. HYMEN S321.50 7 �BARBARA Z. EVANS ANITA R. GORDON MARGARET M. HOPKO ROBERT D. HOWELLS PHILIP D. JONES HILLARD A. KEMP. JR. PETER MARGO GEORGE MODRAK ANDREW SOFRANKO, JR. RAYMOND D. TAIT ALBERT J. WALLACE Robert J. Doran Katherine F. Goelzman Richard H. Hawk Marvin Kanner Carl H. Karassik John J. Konsavage Lt. Michael Lewis Wayne S. Madden Joseph J. Mosier James Moss Elmer J. Phillips M.s. Willard G. Prater Arthur G. Taylor Geor jrge A. Thomas Step! Dhen M. Toporcer Ruth a D. Wallison 32.9 % -WILLIAM CROWDER JOHN D. CURTIS VIRGINIA E. DENN IRWIN GELB ♦*ARTHUR J. HOOVER LEO R. KANE ALBERT NICHOLAS --RUSSELL R. PICTON MELVIN A. SCHMEIZER --JOSEPH TROSKO --RALPH ZEZZA ::-Walter Chapko -Casimir Ciesla -James Dull -Robert Dymond Mrs. Jean D. Elias -Howard Ennis -Melvin Farkas Benjamin F. Fiester, Jr. *Pat Fitzgerald Irene Goliash Mrs. Ann L. Haskell -Dale Hess Dorothy E. Hessler David Hoats Judith Hopkins G. Donald Kaye -John Kearney D. J. Kemchen -John Lancio •'•'Margaret Luty -Mrs. Doris Merrill -Robert Metzger -James Neveras Marilyn A. Peters -Michael Riley -David Rosser -Austin Sherman Carl E. Smith --Kingsley N. Snyder -Albert Spanich -Lou Steck -Esther G. Strassman '"Howard Updyke Kathryn R. White Ellen L. Wint '"-'Edward E. Yarasheski GEORGE BATTERSON. president of the class of 195S. ;presented a check representing the Class of 1S56 Memorial Fund toi Dr. Eugene S. Farley. Wilkes kes president at the annual Senior Dinner Dance at Hotel Sterling. The memorial fund is a- new givn for ___ form ____ —of^./ing Wilkes' student its and alumni, enabling them thorn to — aid d their their Alma Mater both as undergraduates and as <alumni without putting a deep dent m their figurative pocketbooks.. Several other classes at Wilkes have adopted the class Memorial Fund idea. ANITA JANERICH ARTHUR A. JOHNSON PHILIP NICHOLAS WILLIAM A. PERLMUTH MARITA RILEY MRS. JOHN SHOEMAKER DR JOSEPH D. STEPHENS E. OLIN THOMAS Mark W. Allyn Virginia J. Bolen Eugene G. Bradley Sanford Cohen Norman G. Cromack John A. Good John Gresh. Jr. Harold Graboske Jahn B. Guerra Robert W. Hall Nicholas A. Hememan Welter J. Horn Charles F. Jacksen Stanley J. Kieszak Kenneth Northrup Mrs. Kenneth Northrup Rev. Willard G. Prater Richard Raiber Mrs. Thames A. Rose xRobert J. Smith Robert Stan Vester 7. Vercoe, Jr. Marilyn J. Wilkes Stanley 7. Tankinis 1952 ' 23.6% ALBERT F. CASPER FEED R DAVIS DR. SHADRACH H. JONES III xDGNALD LAW xHOEEP.7 D. MORRIS LOUISE B. NICHOLAS JOSEPH L. REYNOLDS JAMES G. RICHARDSON ROBERTA E. 317/A ED7/ARD F. WHEATLEY Albert 7. Cole Leas J. Decker Paul J. D elm-re 8 S296.C3 George W. Edwards Robert Evans Carl A. Fosko Mrs. Robert W. Hall William G. Hart Helen B. Hawkins Al Jacobs Marelyn B. Jacobs Mrs. Edwin L. Johnson Jeanne S. Jones Leonard Lane James R. MdKillen Henry A. Merolli Alexander Molosh John M. Murtha Robert Riester Mrs. B. Richard Rutkowski Richard Scripp Priscilla M. Swartwood Charles L. Thomas William J, Umphred 1993 20.5% -'•'ISABEL A. ECKER EDWARD J. EDGERTON DOLORES GRABKO ALAN G. LEVIN DAVE T. MINASIAN GEORGE J. McMAHON WILLIAM MORGAN MRS. ELAINE N. NICHOLAS FRANK M. RADASZEWSKI 'Elizabeth A. Badman Robert Croker. Jr. ' Preston Eckmeder, Jr. Mrs. Helen S. Evans Charles 2. Faust Geraldine Fell Denali Fleisher David D. Fritz Kenneth Gov/er •Joseph E. Hov/eJJ Theodore Krohn David Kunkle David 7/hHney Elsie G, Yarasheski 1354 J8.0% ROBERT D. BHAERMAN S444.29 ADDITIONAL GIFTS S51.00 Michael J. Barone Ethel F. Douglas Mr. and Mrs. Charles Eberle Robert G. Elias Mrs. Joseph Neuwirth Sylvia S. Savitz 3268.50 * ’* x Insurance Insurance and Gilt Corporate Gift CREEPINGUP! '56 Homecoming Weekend Set for October 12 -14 S744.50 The ninth annual Alumni Homecoming has been scheduled for the weekend of October 12-14, according to Donald L. Honeywell president of the Wilkes Alumni Association. The early Fall date chosen by the com­ mittee is intended to help draw more alumni to the homecoming events by trying to eliminate the possibility of hazardous weather conditions usual­ ly found later in the season and ar­ ranging the date so that the homecoming weekend won't interfere with Thanksgiving holiday plans. Many people are reluctant to take two long trips within a short time. The schedule of the weekend of activities is basically the same as last year, starting out with the highly successful Warm-Up party, Friday night, October 12. Saturday another interesting feature has been added with the Wilkes versus Rider soccer game being scheduled. The annual luncheon will be held in the new ...............followed ’ ’ rbythe football cafeteria, ________ in:ii______ — game, Wilkes vs. Ursinus. To cap the weekend, the committee has scheduled an informal dinner dance at Irem Temple Country Club. In the past there has been some discussion concerning the expense of the latter affair. As a result, the com­ mittee has discussed this problem and has arranged an entirely new program for that evening and will attempt to keep all expenses as reas­ onable as possible. More informa­ tion will follow about this in the next mail announcement. The tentative schedule for homecoming is as follows: Donald L. Honeywell October 12 - Friday — Warm-up party, Kingston House, 8:00 P.M. October 13 - Saturday — Wilkes vs. Rider (soccer), Kirby Park, 10:00 A.M. Luncheon, Cafeteria, 12:00 A.M. Wilkes vs. Ursinus (football), Kingston, 2:00 PJVL Informal Dinner Dance, Irem Temple Country Club, 8:00 P.M. $115,000 Portion of Ford Grant Received Wilkes College recently received a check from the Ford Foundation for $115,000 as partial payment of the foundation's grant of $156,200 promised last Spring to help improve faculty salaries. The foundation recently mailed checks to 630 colleges and universi­ ties throughout the nation amounting to $130,000,000 as the first part of its huge aid program. The second por­ tion of the grant is expected to be received next year and will include the balance of the amount. The Ford Foundation's grant has acted as "seed money" for the col­ lege during the past year, bringing in a bumper crop of over $1,800,000 from friends of the college who are supporting it in it Twenty-fifth Anni­ versary Development Program. A portion of this amount was given to match the foundation's gilt for the improvement of salaries. The major gift of $900,000 is now being used in the construction of the Harold R. Stark Science Hall. Exca­ vation for the building is now com­ pleted and the forms for the founda­ tion are being laid. The rapid steps that the college has taken during the past year have brought optimism regarding the suc­ cessful completion of the anniversary program in 1958. In commenting on the receipt of the Ford gift, Dr. Eugene S. Farley, college president, stated, "The gen­ erosity of the Ford Foundation will enable Wilkes College to more adequately compensate its men and wo­ men whose loyal service has assured the firm development of the college and has established and maintained its academic standards which the board of trustees believe are essen­ tial to the growth of the individual student." Reports show that many institutions receiving their portion of the grant, received hall of the amount promised to them, whereas, Wilkes College’s gift of $115,000 was more than halt of the $156,200 originally promised. College officials are speculating on the possibility that Wilkes may re­ ceive an equal amount next year, and thus, bring the total given by the foundation to approximately S230.000. ALUMNI MEMBERS ASKED TO GIVE INFORMATION A short questionnaire will soon be mailed to you asking for information which will be valuable to the college when it seeks authorization to confer masters degrees in the near future. The information is needed to show an evaluating committee of the Middle Stales Association ci Colleges and Sec­ ondary Schools how our graduates are faring in their various jprofessions, These facts, plus a study of ‘acuity, facilities, administration. < ■ill be weighed before the co main decides whether or not Wilkes will be author­ ized to give the higher degree. When the questionnaire «• arrives ai your homo pie >lease fill out the form immediately and ,d return it to the college. Your information will also be kept on permanent record in your personal file and may bo of service to you in the future. All information will be treated confidentially. 9 ��!■ TOWARD FREEDOM OF THOUGHT AND ACTION: Foundation For Independent Colleges In Penna. Gives College $7,500 During recent years, independent business has shown an increasing concern for the preservation of the independent colleges of the United States. They have recognized that a variety of independent institutions are peculiarly fitted to preserve the independence of thought and action upon which the political and econom­ ic institutions of the country are founded. To support these institutions, busi­ ness concerns in ever increasing numbers are setting aside a portion of their income for annual gifts to the colleges. They do this in recogni­ tion of the fact that they depend upon the colleges for training personnel and leadership. Studies that have recently been made show that prac­ tically three-fourths of business lead­ ership has been trained in the small liberal arts colleges of the United States. Believing that the opportuni­ ties for training which have produced so much in the past should be pre­ served, they are setting aside a por- tion of their funds as an investment in the training of young people. Although many business concerns prefer to give to individual institu­ tions, the nation-wide businesses find it advisable to contribute to many colleges. They wish, however, to make these contributions without making gifts to the more than 1,000 colleges. To strengthen the appeal of the colleges and to enable large concerns io give to the many institu­ tions of the country, thirty-seven state foundations have been estab­ lished by the independent colleges of the nation and in Pennsylvania thirty-eight of the colleges have com­ bined to establish the Foundation for Independent Colleges, Inc. The Pennsylvania Foundation of Independent Colleges was formed in 1952 to make an annual appeal to industries and businesses in the State. Each year, members of the Foundation solicit support from busi­ ness and on each successive year, the gifts to these associated colleges have increased. The first solicita- tion made by the Pennsylvania col­ leges in 1952 produced only $55,188 from 63 donors whereas, last year 215 concerns gave over $308,000 to the Foundation. This sum was dis­ tributed to the thirty-eight indepen­ dent colleges of the State and Wilkes College, a charter member of the Foundation, received as its share $7,577. This program of giving enables Wilkes College and the other insti­ tutions to expand their services and to extend greater opportunities to the young people of their communi­ ties. Although Wilkes has been built upon the generous giving of its local friends, it is tremendously en­ couraged by the gifts from other parts of the State that are given through the Foundation of Indepen­ dent Colleges. In appreciation of the support given to Wilkes College by these concerns, we are publishing the names of the 216 firms who this year have offered assistance through the Pennsylvania Foundation. Contributors to Foundation "STATE CONTRIBUTORS; z-Standard Engineering Co ...... Pittsburgh 'ift-Marine Products, Inc ........ —Harrisburg -Ticca Foundation . — ___- Pittsburgh Pit -iuminum Co. of America) ...... Pittsburgh •hc-ny Ludlum Steel Corp .. ‘•-■/.i Portland Cement Co. .. .... Catasaqua . Philadelphia Ytj'.e Insurance Co •Allstate Foundation; . Philadelphia - . Amer Cc Erie /•■...• .:. ~n Sterilizer Co. Foundation ::n Viscose Corp. . - -.. Philadelphia . “hiladelphia .-.nnenborg Foundation i Triangle Publications, Inc.) Corry Anonyirmous .. Philadelphia -----Anonyi /mous Lancaster Armstrong Cork Co automatic "" Temperature Automatic ----Control Co., xx Inc Philadelpma Control J.* E. Baker Co. York Beistle Co.................. .. Shippensourg uu-lstle ” 11 Telephone Co. of Penna. . Philadelphia Bell _. .L.. County T™*. Reading Berks Trust Co. George W. Bollman Memorial arial Fund .. Adamstown (George W. Boilman & Co., Inc.) Bradford Supply . Bradford aply Co Breyer Ice Cream Philadelphia 'rear Co. Brockway Glass Co., Inc Brockway Business Press, Inc. ... — Lancaster Louis Burk, Inc Philadelphia k, Inc. Call-Chronicle Foundation Allentown licle Ft Canonsburg Pottery Co------ ------------- Canonsburg Carroll, E. J. Philadelphia Chilton Co Philadelphia Co. Contributors' Foundation, Philadelphia tors' Charitable Foundatior Co-operative itive Service • Wyomissing (Textile e Machine Works, Berkshire Knitting Mills, Narrow Fabric Co.) Copperweld Pittsburgh •/eld Steel Co. Corson Foundation Plymouth Meeting (G. & V/. W. H. Corson, Inc.) Crov/n-Salwen (a?.ven Foundation ............... Philadelphia (Crown Paoer Board Co., Inc.) Curtis ... Philadelphia lurtis Publishing Co. . Ethel and •nd Harry Daroff Foundation, Philadelphia (H. Daroff Jaroff <S 6 Sons, ~ ’ Inc.) . Pittsburgh . . Dravo Corp. CA Pittsburgh Dravo-Dc} ~ ;yle Co. ---- w 12 -- Dresser Manufacturing Division Bradford (Dresser Industries, Inc.) lolly Springs Eaton-Dikeman Co. Mt. H< Philadelphia Edgcomb Steel Co. Northeast Electric Materials Co. Philadelphia Electric Storage Battery Co. Pittsburgh Eljer Co. Pittsburah Equitable Gas Co. Erie Bolt 6 Nut Co. Erie Brewing Co. Pittsburgh Erie County Milk Association Erie Resistor Corp................................ Fanning Schuett Engineering Co. .. Fidelity-Philadelphia Trust Co Firestone Tire & Rubber Co Pottstown First National Bank ------ ------------- .... Wellsboro Fisher Foundation ... Pittsburgh (Fisher Scientific Co.) Franklin Glass Corp Butler Fried 6 Reineman Packing Co. . .... Pittsburgh Fuller Co. .. . ... Catasaqua General Acceptance Corp. General Refractories Co. . Philadelphia Gerberich-Payne Shoe Co Mt. Joy Girard Manufacturing Co. . .. Girton Manufacturing Co., Inc : MUlvUlo P. H. Glatfelter Co Spring Grove Albert M. Greenfield & Co. . . Philadelphia Griffin Manufacturing Co Erie Gunnison Brothers, Inc. .... Girard Hajoca Corp . Philadelphia W. C. Hamilton & Sons .. Hershey Creamery Co. Homestead Valve Manufac ictunng Co. Coraopolis Horn & Hardart Baking Cc ’o. Philadelphia Joseph V. Horn Founaatioi rtion Philadelphia Houghton-Carpenter Fount Jundation Philadelphia (E. F. Houghton <5 Co.) Hughes-Foulkrod Co. Philadelphia I-T-E Foundation ... .... Philadelphia (I. T. E. Circuit Breaker Co.) Isaly Dairy Co. Pittsburgh Jackson Manufacturing Co ........ Harrisburg Joy Manufacturing Co. Pittsburgh Kennametal Foundation Latrobe (Kc-nnametal, Inc.) Robert L. Kift - Thomas R. Mullen, Jr., Memorial Foundation, Inc. Allentown ::::::: (Lehigh Structural Steel Co.) L'Aiglon Apparel, Inc.......................... Philadelphia . Lancaster Lancaster Press, Inc Latrobe Latrobe Steel Co. Charitable Trust ... . Lebanon Lebanon Steel Foundry Foundation Leeds & Northrup Foundation ........... Philadelphia Leeland Foundation rConshohocken . Pittsburgh Limbach Foundation (Limbach Co.) Littlestown Hardware <5 Foundry Co., Inc. — Littlestown Lord Manufacturing Co. Lovell Manufacturing Co. Coatesville Lukens Steel Co. . Greensburg Lynch, Thomas Philadelphia McCloskey 6 Co. . Harrisourg J. Horace McFarland Co. .............. Latrobe McFeely-Rogers Foundation (McFeely Brick Co.) McNeil Laboratories, Inc Masland Duraleather Co............ ..... Pittsburgh James H. Matthews & Co Mercersburg Mercersburg Tannery Division (Loewengart & Co.) Pittsburgh Miller Printing Machinery Co. ............ Lebanon Milsan Mills, Inc Nannette Manufacturing Co. ... .... Philadelphia ................................... Pittsburgh Natco Corp. tia Corp. Philadelphia National Decalcomania Philadelphia National Publishing Cc Io. National Union Insurance Companies, Pittsburgh .. Shippensburg Naugle, Carl A.................. ..... Nazareth Nazareth Cement Co. Hugh Nelson-Columbia Carpet Mills,, Inc. — Philadelphia John J. Nesbitt, tesDiii, inc Inc. Philadelphia Chemical Co. Pittsburgh Neville Chemical C Nev/ Holla..J land Machine " " Co. New Holland (Sperry' Corp. Foundation) aztics, Inc Erie Nosco Plastics, H. T. Osburn '-•-.1 6 Co., Inc Franklin W. 1V. Pangbc ... jborne & Co., Inc Philadelphia Pap< —ifacturers Co. Philadelphia Paper Manuft j-uuuisun, Philadelphia Patterson, oraham Grc Penn Fruit Company Philadelphia C Pennsylvania Malleable Iron Corp Lancaster Peoples First National Bank & Trust Co, — Pittsburgh Elio :: I .... Pittsburgh works":: . Pittsburgh Pittsburgh-Dcs Moines Co Pittsburgh Pittsburgh Forgings Co. Foundation ... Pittsburgh Pittsburgh Plate Glass Foundation Pittsburgh Pittsburgh F wlstC°Virginia Railway Pittsburgh r Co. — Pittsburgh pllrisioi? Grinding Wheel Co.', Inc. . .... 1 Pittsburgh Philadelphia — Philadelphia Precision Plastics Co. ....... Morris & Mary Press Foundation .. Hummelstown (Press Dress & Uniform Co.) ... St. Mary's Pure Carbon Co., Inc. ling Corp. ... Oil City Quaker State Oil Refini Mercer Reznor Manufacturing 'Co......... Pittsburgh Rieck Dairy Co. Pittsburgh Rieck Ice Cream Co. Robertshaw-Fulton Charitable Trust .. Greensburg (Robertshaw-Fulton Controls Co.) Pittsburgh H. H. Robertson Co. Pittsburgh Rockwell Charitable Trust (Rockwell Manufacturing Co.) Allentown Royal Manufacturing Co.. Inc. Perkasie Royal Pants Manufacturing Co. York Schmidt & Ault Paper Co. Philadelphia Christian Schmidt Foundation (C. Schmidt 6 Sons. Inc.) Pittsburgh Shenango Furnace Co. York S. Morgan Smith Co. Foundation Lebanon Sowers Printing Co. St. Mary's St. Mary's Sewer Pipe Co.. Inc. St. Mary's Stackpole-Hall Foundation (Stackpole Carbon Co.) Jenkintonw Standard Pressed Steel Co. Beaver Falls Standard Steel Specialty Co. . St. Mary's Speer Carbon Co. Philadelphia Steel Heddle Mfg. Co. Nev/ Freedom Charles G. Summers. Jr.. Inc. . .. Pittsburgh Swindell-Dressler Foundation (Swindell-Dressler Corp.) Philadelphia Tasty Baking Co. .... Philadelphia Co. Terminal Warehouse — inaation — L. G. L. and Florence S. Thomas Four Philadelphia .... Bellefonte Titan Foundation (Titan Metal Manufacturing Co.) F. W. Tunnell Co.. Inc. ’Philadelphia Philadelphia E. W. Twitchell. Inc . Bethlehem Union Bank and Trust Co Pittsburgh Union Barge Line Corp. Philadelphia United Gas Improvement Co Universal-Cyclops Foundation .... Bridgeville (Umversal-Cyclops Steel Corp.) Philadelphia Universal Dental Co Upper Darby Upper Darby National Bank Vanadium-Alloys Steel Co. Latrobe Vulcan Mold 6 Iron Co. Latrobe Warner Co. Philadelphia Washington Steei Corp. Washington Waterman Products Co. Inc. Philadelphia Welsbach Corp. Philadelphia Wertz, Augustus S. Reading Western Pennsylvania Brewers' Associatv ation — Pittsburgh Pit Wheatland Tube Co ................... Phi' liladelphia (Maneely Fund) Whiting Patterson Co., Inc. ... Philadelphia Wilkening Manufacturing Co. Philadelphia Wise Potato Chip Co. . . ....... Berwick Wolf Fund Philadelphia (Wolf Brothers, Inc.) Wolf's Head Oil Refining ling Co., Inc Oil City Wood-Metal Industries,>, x.Inc....................... Kreamer T. B. Wood's Sons CoChambersburg E. A. Wright Co................. Philadelphia Wyckoff Steel Co Pittsburgh York Corp. Foundation ... York York Narrow Fabrics Co. York Zippo Manufacturing Co. Bradford OUT-OF-STATE CONTRIBUTORS: Addressograph-Multigraph Co. .. Cleveland, Ohio Allied Stores Foundation, Inc New York, N.Y. Allis-Chalmers Foundation, Inc., Milwaukee, Wis. American Oil Co New York. N.Y. American Radiator & Standard Sanitary Corp. — New York, N.Y. American Tobacco Co., Inc New York. N.Y. Concora Foundation Chicago, Ill. (Container Corp, of America) Raymond E. & Ellen F. Crane Foundation — Deluxe Check Printers Foundation, St. Paul, Minn. Erie Railroad Co Cleveland, Ohio General American Transportation Corp. — General Foods Fund, Inc New Y General Motors Corp Detroit. Mich. General Tire Foundation Akron, Ohio international Harvester Co Chicago, Ill. o. b. Kresge Co Detroit, Mich. Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance Co. — ~ Springfield, Ma's. on, Inc i urn°r foundation, Chicago, Ill. William T. Morris Foundation idation .... New York, N.Y. Nahona Biscuit Co New York, N.Y. gauona! Dairy Products Corp. New York. N.Y. ~~rp. .. Nc-« Inc................... ....... Minnoapc Minneapolis, Minn. Joseph T. Ryerson & Son Foundation, IiInc. — Socony Mobil Oil Co., Inc Nowc:ygs York.°NA\ now .-n;y: oylvania Foundationi New York, N.Y. (Sylvania Electric Products, 1 Inc.) lime, Inc ....................... New York, N.Y. Community Serves Youth-Gives $51,000 for Scholarship Aid The final results of the scholarship campaign, recently concluded by Wilkes College in the Greater WilkesBarre Area, indicates the interest in and support of Wilkes by the com­ munity. The final tabulations show that 551,051.50 was given by com­ munity friends to put the $50,000 campaign over the top. The annual campaign achieved new heights this year when 611 per­ sons contributed to the largest schol­ arship campaign conducted by the college. jg| During the last school year Wilkes College gave scholarship aid to thirty per cent of its student body which amounted to over $50,000. The success of this year's campaign Transogram Co.. Inc. New York, N.Y. (Charles S. Raizen Foundation) Union Carbide Educational Fund.New York, N. Y. (Union Carbide and Carbon Corp.) United States Steel Foundation, Inc. — New York, N.Y. enables the college to continue this financial help to needy and deserv­ ing young people who otherwise would not be able to attend college. It is a tribute to the interest of the people of Wyoming Valley when so many of its citizens will contribute toward the development of its most valuable possession—its youth. Their investment in these young people is developing an asset that all the Valley may appreciate in the future. These friends are guaranteeing that more able and needy young people in the area will be given the opportunity to receive a Wilkes Col­ lege education. Harry F. Goeringer, trustee of the college, acted as chairman of the campaign and directed it to its suc­ cessful conclusion. He was assisted by Douglas Falconer, campaign ad­ visor. The mechanics of the cam­ paign were handled by the staff of the alumni and development offices at the college. % ... " X •' ESS MAY 30 PA 118 pm 2 18 P WPA111 CG8 PtaVlUX 1‘MSRINGTOM X JO 1OIJAME= DR EUGENE FARLEY, PRESIDENT^ OLKES COLLEGE WILKESBARRE PENH= ) AM GLAD TO KNOW THAT ON JUNE FOURTH THE COLLEGE WILL DEDICATE A NEW SCIENCE BUILDING IN HONOR OF MY GOOD FRIt«" OF MANY YEARSs ADMIRAL HAROLD R» STARK. PLEASE EXTEND MY WARM GREETINGS TO ALL WHO JOIN IN THE SALUTE55 AND CONVEY TO HIM MY WARM PERSONAL REGARDS* DWIGHT D EISENHOWER^ B Y W E S E R N U N Q N 13 �SPORTS 'Gridders of Decade' To Be Picked In Conjunction With '56 Homecoming By the time this copy of the "Alum­ nus" reaches you, former Colonel football players should have receiv­ ed a letter from the public relations office asking them to vote for a Wilkes College "Football player of the decade." Actually, it is the intent of the P.R. office to select two gridders — one lineman and one back. All Ol' Colonels who have played a big part in the grid wars are asked to aid this project which is a part of the Wilkes Anniversary program. Anybody who has worn a Wilkes uniform is eligible to win — provid­ ing he can poll more votes than everybody else. Current plans call for the presenta­ tion of trophies to the winners at the annual Homecoming game. The winners will also be included in a sports history of the college now in the process of being compiled by the P.R. office. Players who have been nominated thus far are: BACKS - Leo Castle, John Florkiewicz, Al Nicholas, Fran­ cis Pinkowski, Ronnie Rescigno and Bob Waters. LINEMEN - Ed Bogusko, Sammy Elias, Bill Farish, Jack Feeney, Bob Gorgas, Walt Hendershot, Al Molosh, Joe Trosko and Gerard Washco. Winners of the two trophies will be announced in the next issue of the "Alumnus." ■< * : w if to k"' to: to ' .. Bill Farish . . . Grid Co-capiain 14 and Joe Wilk; Bob Masonis, guard; Glenn Carey, center and captain; and quarterback Howie Gross. The loss of Carey and Gross leaves Picton without a center or quarter­ back and almost predicts a witch back to the single-wing. Should the switch occur, Ron Rescigno would take over the tailback slot. Back to cheer Picton are Neil Dadurka, end; Mike Dydo, sole survivor among the tackles; Bill Farish, Little All-American guard; and backs Ron Rescigno, Al Manarski, Dave Panzitta and Art Tambur. Although little will be known about new prospects until September, high hopes are placed on center Mike Ter­ nowski and guard Bill Rinken. George F. Ralston Holdout Ralston Signs Lifetime Contract, Marries WC Alumna By JONNI FALK Russ Picton, who begins his sec­ ond year at the Colonel grid helm September 1, finds himself without an assistant coach for the coming year as a result of the resignation of Joe Trosko recently. A review of the past season shows that Colonel athletic teams won 38 tilts while losing 36 and knotting in five. The record: Sport, Coach L T Football, Picton ... 1 6 1 5 3 3 Soccer, Reese ..... 11 15 0 Basketball, Davis Wrestling, Reese 9 1 0 10 Baseball, Reese 6 0 w Golf, Curtis Tennis, Boote Totals f' John Philip Hurley, who graduated as a member of the class of 1936 at Wilkes and then transferred to Bucknell University, '41, is now employed as Director of Vocational Guidance of the Nanticoke School District. Mason Williams Baldwin, graduate of the BUJC class of 1936, and Bucknell University class of 1938, is now employed as Municipal Auditorium Manager in Sarasota, Florida. He also has done plays at the Palm Tree Playhouse, Sarasota's Winter Stock Company, during their winter season which begins in January and conti­ nues through April. 1939 Jerome B. Greenwald, a member of the class of 1939 is presently re­ siding at 6703 Chippewa Drive, Balti­ more 9, Md. Mr. Greenwald is em­ ployed by the Hecht Company De­ partment Stores in Baltimore and is the buyer of floor coverings. Mrs. James H. Fox, the former Rita Yurkamin, is a busy housewife and mother, caring for her three "little foxes". Rita and her family are residents of Bethesda, Md. 1940 Mrs. Louise Berry, the former Louise Rummer, member of the class of '40, attended Wilkes, then transferred to West Chester State Teachers College to receive her A. B. She is living in Chicago busily taking care of husband, home, and little Clare Louise, age 2. 1942 Robert Fritges, who graduated from Wilkes in 1942, and then transferred to Penn State where he received his B. S. in Mechanical Engineering, is now working as a design engineer in Chesterland, Ohio. The Fritges have three little boys: 10, 7, and 3. Mr. and Mrs. T. J. Park, Jr. (former Bertha Arnold, graduate of the class of 1943), be­ came the proud parents of a son in November, 1955. This is the couple's first child. The Parks' live in Wilkes-Barre, at 29 Barney Street. Trosko, a '55 classmate of Picton, coached the line last year but will teach out-of-state this coming year. Picton has not decided upon a suc­ cessor. Elsewhere on the Colonel sports front, George Ralston will return to his familiar post of athletic director shortly. George, who was on leave of absence at Columbia for the past year, recently took Helen Bitler Haw­ kins as his bride. A cloud of question marks sur­ rounds prospects for this year's foot­ ball squad. Last year's 22-man roster lost seven key players with prospects for replacing them slim. Gone are Jarell Cashmere, end; tackles Cliff Brautigan, Jerry Lowen ■ . . Here 'n' There with the Alumni 1936 Ronnie Rescigno . . . Grid Co-caplain 1943 The Rev. Joseph Anthony Lorusso, a graduate of the class of 1943, is presently at Stonehill College in North Easton, Mass. The Rev. Lcrusso is a Catholic Priest and also serves as a student Religious Counselor and an Instructor ' in English and Latin. 1946 Mrs. Doris Harriet Davis, a member of the class of 1946, is now resid­ ing in Claymont, Del. Stewart B. Hettig, Jr., who resides at 80 Windsor Avenue, Pittsfield, Mass., is a Process Engineer in the Chemical Division at General Electric in Pittsfield. Stew­ art graduated from Wilkes in 1946 with a Terminal Degree in Chemical Engineering. He then transferred to Bucknell where he received his B. S. 1947 Robert Stanley Rovinski, 344 Onon­ daga Drive, Washington 21, D. C., and a graduate of the class of 1947, is presently employed as a Design Engineer for the Reactors Branch of Radiation Division, Naval Research Laboratory in Washington. Kenneth Francis Maloney, Wilkes class of 1947, received his Master's Degree last February in Chemical Engineer­ ing from Bucknell University. Mr. Maloney is employed by the Arabian American Oil Company as a fore­ man in the Poly Plant in Dhahran, Saudi Arabia. The wedding of Mr. Lloyd M. Davies to Miss Kathryn Phillips of Wilkes-Barre was recently performed. Mr. Davies attended Wilkes College and was graduated from Bucknell University with a de­ gree in Mechanical Engineering. He is employed as a test engineer for the Pennsylvania Power and Light Company in Hazleton. 1948 Dr. Thomas C. Owens, a 1948 graduate of Wilkes, recently gra­ duated from Jefferson Medical School and is now practicing as an M. D. at 1750 Sterguire Avenue, Norristown, Pa. Mr. Jerome Nor­ man Mintzer, a graduate of the class of 1948, is employed as a C.P.A.-Senior Accountant with S. George Greenspan & Co. Mr. Mintzer and his wife, the former Muriel Ruth Bransdorf, have one daughter, Kathi Ann, age 3. Mr. Marino Ruggere, class of 1948. will be stationed in Frankfurt, Germany for the next two years. He is em­ ployed by the U. S. Signal Corps as a communications inspector. Marino would be glad to hear from anyone who might be in that vici­ nity. Mrs. Yetta Estelle Krrhn. formerly Yetta Ungar, is now residing in Beverly, Mass., busily engaged as wife and homemaker. Mrs. Kahn would like to know if there are any alumni in the Boston area, and if so, possibly a social call could be arranged. She is a mem­ ber of the class of 1948. Bill Leutzel sends his change of ad­ dress which is now 1305 Union Street, Schenectady, N. Y. His work is going well in the General Electric Lab where he is working on the "Chemical Effects of the Electron Beam" project. Bill also sends best wishes to all his fellow alumni. John Fetch, Jr., '48, is now employed as Assistant Manager in the Chlorina­ tion Division of the Fischer and Porter Company in Hatboro, Pa. John lives in Willow Grove, Pa. Mr. and Mrs. Harold Daniel Smith are now busily working in New Jersey. Mrs. Smith, the former Priscilla Alden Sweeney, class of '50, is a Secretary in the 150th Anniversary Office in the Law­ renceville School at Lawrenceville. Hal, class of '48, is a 6th grade teach­ er in Columbus School, Trenton, New Jersey. Miss Mildred Orlowski, gra­ duate of the class of 1948, is doing research at the Department of Health at District of Columbia. She resides at Brentwood, Md. 1949 Olin Evans, who graduated from Wilkes in 1949 and from Penn State in 1954 (Engineering) is now teach­ ing Physics and Chemistry at Free­ land High School, Freeland, Pa. Mr. Richard T. Dando, class of '49, is now residing in Fort Edward, New York, where he is Assistant Superintendent for the Scott Paper Co. Mr. Dando and his wife have two children - a boy and a girl. Mr. Aloysius M. Kosloski of Nanti­ coke, Pa., who attended Wilkes and served two years in the Navy, is associated with the Biscontini Construction Co., Nanticoke. Mr. Kosloski is engaged to Miss Rosanne Gilroy. Philip Baron, class of 1949, and Miss Rosalyn Zalutsky were recently married in Albany, New York. MrBaron is market analyst for Royal 15 �Liverpool Insurance Company, New York. He is enrolled in graduate school at New York University, study­ ing toward his Ph.D. degree. Miss Shirley Jean Rees, member of the graduating class of 1949, is serving Matawan High School in New Jersey as a Biology teacher. Cyprian L. Rapczynski, class of ’49, is employed as a Foreign Trader and Assistant to the Vice President of World Com­ merce Corp., S. A. in New York City. World Commerce Corp, conducts trading on an international level. George J. Shinaly, graduate of the Class of 1949 with a B.S. in Com­ merce and Finance, is presently em­ ployed by the General Electric Co., in Plainville, Conn., as a Supervisor of Industrial Engineering. John T. Krofchok, class of 1949, is now working for Franklin TV Company in Wilkes-Barre. Mr. Joseph Hiznay, 1949, is now em­ ployed by IBM in Endicott, New York, as Coordinator and Engineer­ ing Manager of Education and De­ velopment. Miss Naomi M. Hons, class of 1949, was married to Guy T. Haag on June 23, 1956. She was employed as a teacher of Business Education by the Mt. Penn - Lower Alsace School District, Reading. After September 8, the couple will live at La Robrma Place in Green Tree Acres, Reading, Miss There­ sa Bianco, class of '49, is a tech­ nician at the Prince George Hospi­ tal. Cheverly. Maryland. 1950 A. Crane Buzby H, after his gradu­ ation from Wilkes in 1950, served two years with the U. S. Army in Korea. Rec-, nt announcement has been made of his engagement to Miss Derith Mlack, of Woodstock, Vt. Mr. Donald E. Kemmerer, class of '50, is an Administrative Assistant with the Hospital Service Plan of New Jersey. Mr. Kemmerer resides at 91 Court Street, Newark 2, N. J. Mr. and Mrs. John N. Shoemaker are co­ owners of a Hardware Store and Gift Shoppe in Wyoming, Pa. Mrs. Shoemaker, the former Antoinette Menegus, Class of 1951, is also em­ ployed as an instructress on the fac­ ulty at Wilkes. Mr. Shoemaker re­ ceived his B.S. degree in Commerce and Finance in 1950. In June, 1956, Dorothy Wintersteen, Class of 1950, became the bride of Ronald John Rosser of Kingston, Pa. She was a member of the faculty of the West Pittston School District. Samuel Sawkcr, Wilkes graduate of 1950, gradu­ ated from George Washington Uni­ versity Law School on February 22, 1956. 16 Division. He and his wife, the former Marianne Hofman, recently became the parents of a new baby. On May 19, 1956, in Glendale, California, the wedding of Miss Betty Rae Rickard and Theodore Goobic LU, (Class of 1952) took place. The couple will reside at 10U5 West Huntington Drive, Arcardia, Calif. Pa., where he is pastor of the Duke Street Methodist Church. Mr. and Harold Waiter Graboske, a 1951 Terminal graduate in Chemical En­ gineering, was discharged form the Army on July 12, 1956. He is plan­ ning to return to school for graduate work in Business Administration. Forrest Bromfield, a graduate in the class of '56, may hold the Wilkes record for endur­ ance while pursuing a degree. The Kingston resident started his college career some 21 years ago and plugged through many hard years of evening school before his ambition— receipt of a college degree—was fulfilled on June 4. He was one of nearly 20 night school students to get degrees at the ninth annual commencement. 1951 Mr. Nicholas A. Heineman. a member of the graduating class of 1951, is employed as a junior ex­ ecutive with the Conway Import Company, Inc. in New York City. Mr. Heineman recently married the former Miss Barbara Lee Thorn. The couple spent a 6-week honey­ moon in Europe and now reside in Ardsley. Mr. Daniel M. Ungvarsky. Class of 1951, is a test and de­ velopment Engineer at U. S. Naval Base, Philadelphia, Pa. for Power Generators, Inc. Dan supervises testing of catapult launchings, etc., and at present, he is doing Gradu­ ate Work at Drexel at nights. He is married to the former Dolores Makuch of Wilkes-Barre, and they have one son, Ronald. Mr. Cyril Kovalchik, 1951 Graduate of Wilkes, is the Principal of the Co­ lumbia Park Elementary School in Landover, Maryland. Michael J. Kotch, Class of 1951, is now living in Kingston, Pa. Dr. Kotch is interning at General Hospital in Wilkes-Barre. William S. Owens, '51, graduated as a dentist from Tem­ ple University in June, 1955. He is now practicing in Philadelphia, Pa. Arthur William Bloom, who gradu­ ated with a B.A. from Wilkes in So­ ciology in 1951 is now living in York, Richard Raiber, '51, is in his fourth year al Jefferson Medical College in Philadelphia. Richard received his B.A. in Pre-Med (Bio­ logy) at Wilkes, and will begin his internship at Delaware Hospital in Wilmington, Del., shortly. Peter Corey, who graduated from Wilkes in 1951, has received his M.D. and is leaving for California to report for Naval duty in the very near future. Joseph Donald Stephens, who received a B.S. in Biology in 1951, completed his education at the Temple University School of Dentistry in June, 1956. Joe is em­ ployed as a Dentist at the Head­ quarters ■— Air Research and De­ velopment Command — U. S. Air Force in Baltimore, Md. Dr. William Mahlon Martin, graduate of the Class of 1952, is at present, an Interne at St. Luke's Hospital. Denver, Colorado. Dr. and Mrs. Martin have one son, William Mahlon Martin, Jr., born August 3, 1955. Miss Ann H. Glazbecame the bride of Allan Gold­ man (Class of 1952) on June 10, 1956. Allan, a Navy veteran of World War II, was graduated from Wilkes College and is associated with Bobbie Brooks, Inc., New York City. The couple spent their wed­ ding trip in Bermuda. Ruth A. Carey, graduate of the Class of 1952, was married to Robert Croucher on May 12, 1956. Ruth was formerly employed as a super­ visor in the accounting department of the Bell Telephone Company of Pa. (Wilkes-Barre). Robert, a grad­ uate of 1955, is employed by the Rosen Co., a real estate firm. Joseph Matthew Warnick. Class of 1952, was recently married to Miss Mary Duryee VanWagenen of Irvington-on-the-Hudson, N. Y. 1952 Theodore R. Angradi, who attend­ ed Wilkes College until 1952, com­ pleted his education at Mansfield State Teachers College. He is now teaching 8th, 9th, and 11th grade English, and 7th and 8th grade His­ tory at the Northeast Bradford Joint School, Star Route, Rome, Pa. GeorgePaul Kazokas is working as a Research Chemist for Oxy-Catalyst, Inc. George received his B.A. in Chemistry in 1952, and is now living in Upper Darby, Pa. Henry F. Heine­ man, graduate of the Wilkes Class of 1952, is employed by the Commer­ cial Credit Corporation as Manager in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Walter Elston, a '52 graduate with a B.S. in Chemistry, has just returned from Germany, after spending two years in the Army. Walter was employed by the Hercules Powder Company and was working as a Chemist in Bessemer, Alabama before assuming his military duties. The wedding of Miss Virginia Dykes and Mr. William G. Hart, took place on February 14, 1956. Mr. Hart graduated from Wilkes in 1952. Mr. and Mrs. Ted Kanner, the former Annette Reiner, are living in Toledo, Ohio, where Ted is the Youth Activities Director at the Jewish Community Center. Annette graduated in 1952 and Ted in 1953. Mrs. Richard Lee Scripp, both gradu­ ates of the 1952 Class of Wilkes, are now residing in Newark, New Jersey. Dick is a Production Supervisor with Tung Sol Electric, Inc., Radio Tube - Samuel M. Meline, '52, is now in his second year at Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. Sam is living in Brighton, Mass. Catherine Elizabeth Thompson, the former Catherine E. Read, is working in the National City Bank of New York. Catherine graduated in 1952 with a B.A. in History. JoAnne Elizabeth Kelly, who graduated in 1952, the former JoAnne E. Davis, is teaching 2nd grade in Montclair, New Jersey, having received her B.S. in Elemen­ tary Education horn Wilkes. John J. Palsha is employed as a Math and Science teacher in Bradley Beach School, Bradley Beach, New Jersey. John received his A.B. in Mathema­ tics from Wilkes in 1952. Alexander Molosh can be found at the National Supply Company on Fifth Avenue, N. Y„ where he is Sales Engineer and Assistant to the Division Engineer. Alex graduated in 1952. 1953 Mrs. Elaine Nicholas, graduate of '53, is teaching first grade in Bergenfield. She was the former Elaine Nesbitt who married Philip Nicholas, a '51 graduate. Phil has just joined the faculty of New Mil- Another evening school product of Wilkes' graduating class this year was James F. Rior­ dan, Mocanaqua, who scored an unprecedent­ ed slam in winning the Dobson Accounting Medal for work in his major field while study­ ing nights at Wilkes The father of two work­ ed days and studied evenings while caring for the needs of his family. Besides distin­ guishing himself in his major field to receive the special award at graduation, he also made the dean's list. ford Junior High School in New Jersey. He is also doing graduate work at Paterson State Teachers College. Elizabeth Anne McQuilken, who received a B.S. in Ele­ mentary Education, is now teach­ ing second grade in Upper Darby, Pa. Stephen C. Thomas is at pres­ ent a student at Temple University School of Dentistry. Steve com­ pleted a two-year Terminal course at Wilkes in 1953. David Kunkle, who also completed his two-year Terminal course in 1953, is a Junior student at Temple Dental School. Mrs. Harold B. Phillips, the former Nancy Jane Boston ('53) is teaching first grade at the Lincoln Elemen­ tary School in Bergenfield, New Jersey. Robert F. Haring is the As­ sistant to the Director of the Na­ tional Foundation of Funeral Ser­ vice in Evanston, Illinois. Bob re­ ceived a B.S. in Business Admin­ istration from Wilkes in 1953. Ken­ neth N. Gower, formerly of West Pittston, Pa. is a Product Engineer — designs and develops electronic instruments in the Daystrom Instru­ ment, Research and Development Department. Archbald, Pa. Ken received his B.S. in Commerce and Finance in June, 1953. 1954 Robert David Bhaerman, who grad- uated from Wilkes in 1954 with a B.S. in Education, is teaching at Oak View School in Bloomfield, N. J. Robert also received his Master's in Education from Penn State in 1955 and is working part-time toward his Doctorate at Rutgers University. Robert E. Heltzel, who graduated in 1954 with a B.A. in Mathematics, is now in the U. S. Army stationed at Fort Bliss, Texas. Carl Ralph Urban­ ski is enrolled at the Pennsylvania State College of Optometry after ma­ joring in Biology at Wilkes. Mr. Ed­ ward R. Davis, class of 1954, married Miss Lorraine Davis in February, 1956. Ed is the basketball coach at the college and is also on the faculty of Plymouth High School, Plymouth, Pa. Miss Ruth E. Dilley recently be­ came the birde of Carl A. Wallison. Both are graduates of the class of 1954. Mrs. Wallison is a member of the faculty of Meadowbrook Elemen­ tary School at Hatboro. Mr. Walli­ son is associated with Commercial Investment Trust Company, Philadel­ phia. Mr. Frank Sabach, Jr., who at­ tended Wilkes College is presently employed by the Retail Credit Co., Scranton. Frank served four years with the Air Force and recently married Miss Ann V. McLane of Dupont, Pa. James E. Phillips, Jr., who graduated from Wilkes in June, 1954 with a B.S. in Retailing, is presently an interviewer for the U. S. Army at Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Maryland. Robert D. Howells, who received his B.S. in Secondary Education from Wilkes in 1954, is the Director of Christian Education at the First Presbyterian Church, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Michael J. Lewis, Jr., is a Lieutenant (ig) on active duty with the U. S. Navy. He is a Communications Officer of U.S.S. Ross (DD 563). Lt. Lewis graduated from Wilkes with an A.B. in Political Science in June, 1954. 1955 Mary Joan Pomicter and Charles Zezza, both graduates of 1955, are engaged to be married. Charles was employed as credit manager for W. T. Grant Co. at Baltimore and is now stationed at Camp Lejeune, N.C., with the U. S. Marine Corps. Judith Hopkins, June, 1955 graduate, is assistant in the Serials Department of the University of Illinois Library while working for her Master's De­ gree in Library Science. Walt Chapko, Class of 1955, is with the U. S. Army stationed at Fort Huachuea, Arizona. Since October, 1955 he has 17 �been an Army Weather Observer, but was transferred to Special Ser­ vices as a physical activities spe­ cialist in February, 1956. Marie Kramer, Wilkes alumna, and Roland E. Featherman, '55 graduate, are en­ gaged to be married. Marie is now a student at Cedar Crest College, andRoland, who received a B.A. in Sociology, is studying for a master's degree in Medical Social work at the University of Pittsburgh. No date has been set for the wedding. Alan Jeter, 1955 graduate, and Miss Joan L. Sprague were mar­ ried on June 23, 1956. Alan was sports editor of the "Beacon". He served with the 25th Division in Korea and was awarded the Bronze Star and the Purple Heart. He is now on the editorial staff of the Asbury Park Press. Irene Mary Goliash, who graduated in 1955 with a Terminal degree in Medical Stenography, is working as a Medical Secretary at Walter Reed Army Hospital in Washing­ ton. D.C. She is engaged to John Hornick of Wilkes-Barre. A late summer wedding is planned. Ma­ rian Lorraine Lipinski is working with mentally retarded children in the Lochland School in Geneva, New York. Marian graduated with a B.A. in Sociology in 1955. 1956 Kenneth Arthur Grose, who attend­ ed Wilkes College, is engaged to Miss Nancy Jean Hubbard of WilkesBarre. Ken is working in the Ac­ counting Department of General Motors Corporation. The wedding will take place early in the fall. Miss Mary Elizabeth Dolbin, 1956 graduate in the field of Medical Stenography, is engaged to Richard W. Smith. Mary is employed by Dr. William A. Burke, Pottsville, Pa. Mrs. Joseph G. Neuwirth, the former Bar­ bara Ann Grow, Class of 1956, grad­ uated from Wilkes, where she major­ ed in Sociology. Her present duties are those of a housewife. Leah Jean Neuburger, members of the class of 1956, was married on June 10, 1956 to Sidney Haifetz of Philadelphia. Miss Neuburger majored in Educa­ tion. The wedding of Miss Sylvia Schleicher and Mr. Donald S. Berns took place on Sunday, February 5. Mrs. Berns attended Wilkes and Mr. Berns graduated in 1956 with a B.S. degree. He is now attending the University of Pennsylvania where he has been granted an assistant pro­ fessorship to continue his studies for a doctorate in chemistry. On June 9, 1956, Miss Dorothy M. Bisbing became the bride oi Bruce T. Williams, who graduated in the class of 1956. Mr. Williams is an agent for Fidelity Life Insur­ ance Co. Clifford Brautigan, Jr., East Orange, New Jersey, is plan­ ning to teach at Hightstown High School in the fall. Cliff was a member of this year's graduating class. His engagement to Miss Nancy Gilligan was announced on June 24, 1956. Mr. Allan D. Lieber­ man, who attended Wilkes until 1954, graduated from University College. New York University on June 6, 1956. Allan received a de­ gree in Biology from Wilkes. Daniel McHugh and Anne Malinchok were married on February 11, 1956. Daniel attended Wilkes and served eighteen months in the Army. He is now employed by Airtron, Inc. Zr —-.I..),- - " 55 WILLIAM KASHATUS, '51 WILLIAM EVANS, '52 ■ba EARL CRISPELL, JR., '52 JOHN LUPAS, '54 EXCEL IN MED-SCHOOL — All eight of the above alumni who are attending Hahnemann Medical College in Philadelphia compiled excellent academic records according to an announcement from the college by N. Volney Ludwick, M.D. All attained above 'B' average in the medical courses studied, thus helping to maintain a fine reputation in the nation's medical colleges for Wilkes College. 18 (continued from page 3) women and young people of this valley who care about a better world and who are willing to give the lead­ ership, the work and the money to help create that better world." Holding aloft the pick and shovel later used in the actual ground-break­ ing, Dr. Marts called attention to the fact that these tools, traditional sym­ bols of the anthracite area, would be used to prepare the way for the un­ earthing of new treasures. Then he continued, "if I may play on words, the wealth of America and its well-being will be dug, I believe, not out of Mines but out of Minds, for it is the minds of the coming gen­ eration that will create the wealth and well-being and the prosperity of the future not only of Wyoming Val­ ley but of our whole land and of our whole world," he said emphatically. In paying tribute to Admiral Stark, the board vice-chairman said, "when the little group of men made this generous gift to Wilkes College for the construction of this science build­ ing, they said they did not wish 10 have their names made known. And then when asked how the college might name this building, they made a very, very happy suggestion. They asked if it might be named for Ad­ miral Harold Stark. Pausing briefly, he commented, "What a suggestion that was!” and continued, "and how eagerly it was accepted and agreed upon by the Board of Trustees." ' JOHN GLODEK, '55 Groundbreaking LEONARD WINSKI, 'S3 JOSEPH STUCCIO, '52 The information was sent out by the Chairman ot the College's ..lege Admissions so that a correlation could be made between undergraduate and graduate school teaching. The future medical men who were cited for academic achieve­ ment are: Doan Arvan. '55. William Evans, '52, John Glodek, '55, John Lupas, '54, Leonard Winski, '53. Joseph Slucclo, '52, Earl Crispell, Jr.. '52, William Kashatus, '51 . Now, twenty years after Admiral Stark helped to "put the college in business" with the gift of Chase Hall, we break ground for the science building that will bear his name. We do this with gratitude in our hearts io those men who gave this money, and with joy in our hearts and minds that this significant building is going to be called for this noble man who has meant so much to this college from the very first of its life." Then Dr. Marts recalled a cere­ mony of some fifteen years ago when it was his honor to confer an honor­ ary degree on the Admiral. He stated, "I want to read just 10 words from the citation used that day — beloved leader of young men on land and sea'." "Those of you who know him, know how he is beloved by people because he has loved people and served people." He continued, "be­ loved leader of young men on land and sea, gentleman oi noble charac­ ter." "It is to such a man that we turn today, happy that this building will share his name." The overwhelming applause which responded to Dr. Marts' remarks also lent the encouragement needed by Admiral Stark to give a short mes­ sage of acknowledgment. Perhaps the most sincere remark that the re­ tired naval figure could have made was his humble opening statement. True to naval tradition, he said, "I feel more like dropping through the deck than anything else." The Admiral did say, however, that his gratitude was also sent to those per­ sons who made the construction of the new science hall for Wilkes pos­ sible, particularly since it will offer the finest facilities for scientific learn­ ing and research to the young people of his home area. "My heart has always been here even though phy­ sically I spent fifty years away from here except for those blessed inter­ vals when I could come back." Dr. Eugene S. Farley, Wilkes presi­ dent, who introduced Dr. Marts, read telegrams from a number of former associates of the Admiral among them a message of congratulations from President Dwight D. Eisenhower (a reproduction of President Eisen­ hower's message appears elsewhere in this edition of the Alumnus). Others sending tributes were Rear Admiral W. R. Smedberg, Vice-Ad­ miral C. Charles Wellborn, Jr., U. S. Second Fleet Commander, and Ben Moreell, Admiral CEC-USN retired. Participating in the ground-break­ ing was Reuben H. Levy, college trustee; Andrew J. Sordoni, Jr., mem­ ber of the contracting firm; Dr. Farley, Admiral Stark, and Gilbert S. Mc­ Clintock, chairman of the board of trustees. Graduation (continued from page 5) Geraldine Kolotelo. Gail Laines. Robert Vin­ cent Lynch, Jr., Leah Jean Neuburger. Carolyn Anne Selecky, Mary Elizabeth Zavatsky, Vic­ toria Justine Zavatsky, Charles Joseph Adamek, Sylvia Irene Bator, Nancy Mae Beam. Barbara Janet Boock. Clifford Robert Brauti­ gan, James William Coleman. William Snyder Davis, Henry William Deibel. Leo James Dombroski, Robert Gerald Elias, James Francis Ferris, Carlton Dale Heapps, Gladys Russell Hilburt, Stephen Hocko, James Edward Jones, Richard Philip Jones, Leonard Joseph Lesko, Donald Douglas McFadden, Theodore Paul Marcinkoski, Charles Brown Neely, Jane Louise Obitz, Pearl Irene Onacko, Jeannette Elizabeth Perrins, Charles Petrilak, David Glenn Phethean, Barbara Jean Rogers, Paul Leland Shiffer, John Edward Suffren, Carl Van Dyke, R. Warren Williams. Bachelor of Science in Nursing Education — Jerome Michael Blasko, Marie Theresa Collins, Eleanor Lillian Dymond, Dolores Ann O'Con­ nell, Helen Louise Stoeckel. Certificate in Engineering — Chester John Belsky, Ronald Michael Borofski, Donald Hil­ ton Covey, Vincent J. Groblewski, Royal Clarke Hayward, Robert Clark Helmbold, Theodore John Hovick, Frank John Klemovitch, Jr., Younsu Koo, Dennis John Kravitz, Albert David Letzko, Gerald Joseph Levandoski, Sandy Joseph Mattei, Benjamin Omilian, Har­ old Pezzner, Norman Rodger Philipp, Raymond John Radaszewski, Ronald Arthur Reed, John Francis Shimshock, Wilbur John Smiles, Joseph Tullai, James Carson Whitesell, William John Wlotzka, Bernard Robert Zaboski. Certificate in Biology — Barbara Bernice Argonish, Irma Marie Bianconi, Mary Ann Chaychis, Elizabeth Ann DeLong, Norma Irene Mackiewicz, Jay Anthony Olenginski, Dolores F. Pietroski, Phyllis Marie Schrader, Sylvia Lynne Williams, Charlotte Evelyne Zaleski. Certificate in Commerce and Finance — Claire Augusta Ambrose, Elizabeth Hall Bretz, Joan Etta Davis, Elizabeth Jayne Lott, Rose Anne Patner, Patricia J. Petrash, Carol A Spector, Barbara Jean Vavrek, Sarah Annette Wermuth, Helen June Young. 1956 Fall Sports Schedule FOOTBALL Coach: Russell R. Picton Home Field: Kingston High School Stadium September: 22 — Hofstra ................ Home, 8 P.M. 29 — Lebanon Valley’ Away, 8 P.M. October: 6 — Ithaca-------Home, 8 P.M. 13 — Ursinus” .. Home, 2 P.M. 20 — Lycoming .... Away, 2 P.M. 27 — Susquehaii.. lanna ............... Away, 2 P.M. November: 3 Pa. Military College .. Home, 2 P.M. 10 — Bridgeport ________ __ Aw< ray. 8 P.M. 17 — Moravian ................. Away,'. 1:30 P.M. *—Bologna Bowl at Lebanon ”—Wilkes Alumni Homecoming SOCCER Coach: John Reese Home Field: Kirby Park October: 4 — Lafayette ............... 6 — Hofstra ....................... 13 — Rider* ..... .................... 16 — Temple ....................... 20 Gettysburg .............. 24 — Bucknell ..................... 27 - Elizabethtown .......... November: 3 — East Stroudsburg .... 10 — Phila. Textile . 13 — Muhlenberg ............... * —Alumni Homecoming Away. 4 P.M. Away, 11 A.M. Home, 11 A.M. Home, 2 P.M. Home, 2 P.M. Home, 2 P.M. Home, 2 P.M. Away, Home, Away, 2 P.M. 2 P.M. 3 P.M. 19 �lir. Henry a- Goetzman 93 Slocum Street Forty Fort, Pennsylvania i AFTER WILKES??? We would like to know what all of you are doing so that we can pass it on to some of your long lost friends. Also, each record that we receive from you is going to be kept in your personal folder here in the office. We want a folder for each of you, so please fill out this form and send it to the Alumni Office, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 1-—Name LAST MIDDLE FIRST Maiden Name Street State Town Telephone Curriculum 2—Wilkes Degree Semester Hours Withdrew Class Affiliation 3—Transferred to .... .. . Graduated 4—Other Degrees Source 6—Business Address Date Title Firm 5—Present Employment and Duties 7-—Married Spouse (Name) Year Single Children (Names - Birthdates) 8—Positions Held (Titles) � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumni Magazine, 1947-present Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Description An account of the resource <p>An archive of Wilkes University Magazine, from 1947-present. The magazine went through various names including <em>Wilkes Alumnus</em>, <em>Wilkes Quarterly,</em> <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, and the current title, <em>Wilkes Magazine</em>. Some editions for the <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, will have multiple issues within the file record. 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Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumnus July 1956 Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Marketing and Communications Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource July 1956 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Magazine https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/0b4780a92030650f6ad3aeeabdd92a98.pdf 55cb05f33a9d513f76f665ad4b692c7e PDF Text Text w I 1 t i I �Board of Trustees Gilbert S. McClintock, Chairman Arnaud C. Marts, Vice-Chairman Charles H. Miner, Jr., Secretary $558,000 MORE! James P. Harris, Treasurer Mrs. Paul Bedford Jasper B. Carr Science At Work Contents: Page _ 3 Mrs. Charles E. Clift $558,000 Gift Serves Science At Study William L. Conyngham Mrs. Franck G. Darte 4 Another New Building Samuel M. Davenport, M.D. 5 Scholarship Campaign Nears Success Miss Annette Evans OK Colonels Hon. John S. Fine W. S. Carpenter, Jr. 5 Harry F. Goeringer Alumni Fund Grows Receipt of another large gift — over half a million dollars — was announced recently by the College. 6 George W. Guckelberger Class Memorial Fund 6 Joseph J. Kocyan, M.D. Miss Mary R. Koons New Chapters Added 6 Joseph F. Lester Reuben H. Levy F. Ellsworth Parkhurst, Jr. Sports Roundup New Sports Added Rev. Charles S. Roush Andrew J. Sordoni Admiral Harold R. Stark Julius Long Stem Mrs. Esther Weckesser Walker ON THE COVES — The sketch tor this issue of the Alumnus expresses the desires end aspirations ot all oi us I'm sure. Some of it has been completed or is in the process of completion. The Science Hall is soon to be a reality and the current drive tor scholarship funds looks like a certain success. Faculty salaries have been aided by tine gilts and will eventually be adjusted. In the future, as the drawing shows, are the new assembly hall ■— a muchneeded building: and increased endowment. Let's hope that they all come down to earth and reality like the Science Building real soon. President Published by Wilkes College Dr. Eugene S. Farley Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania Gilbert S. McClintock, chairman of the board of trustees, announced that a gift of $558,000 has been received for the creation of a "W. S. 7 Carpen­ ter Memorial Fund" to encourage the study of science and to support in­ 8 dependent research at Wilkes. The fund has been given to the college by W. S. Carpenter, Jr., chair­ man of the board of the DuPont de Nemours Company, Wilmington, Del., in memory of his father who was bom in Wilkes-Barre and who lived in the community during his entire business career. The establishment of the memorial fund, following a gift of $900,000 from an anonymous foundation, pro­ vides Wilkes College with new and modern resources for the teaching of science. Office of Executive Secretary Chase Hall In speaking for the faculty, Dr. father, Mr. Carpenter has outlined Eugene S. Farley, Wilkes president, very liberal conditions which he commented that the two gifts for the hoped would guide the board of support of the science departments trustees and the administration of the complete one phase of the 25th Anni­ college in their use of the fund. versary Development Program which It was his hope that the income will be culminated in 1958. from this memorial fund would be Dr. Farley also noted that the series used to encourage research, to as­ of substantial gifts and pledges sist students of unusual promise in amounting to $1,827,000 made to the field of science, and to enable Wilkes within the past three months t h e science faculties to initiate was a promising prelude to the ma­ programs which they feel would jor phase of the development cam­ strengthen the work of their depart­ paign which will start in 1957. ments. The senior Mr. Carpenter, bom in Wilkes-Barre on April 5, 1853, was a man of varied talents and interests. His firm was associated with the de­ velopment of the first electric rail­ way in Wilkes-Barre in 1887. He de­ veloped a system of springs which, with refinements is still used in modern trolleys and electric buses. In creating this memorial for his At the end of his letter suggesting the creation of this living memorial, Mr. Carpenter added a single sen­ tence which referred indirectly to the relationship between this grant and his own life's work. He wrote: "Perhaps there is a measure of fit­ ness in science at work serving sci­ ence at study." Russ Picton, Editor Alumni Officers Jack Curtis, Associate Editor Donald Honeywell, President Gifford Cappellini, Vice-President Volume 2, No. 3 April, 1956 Arthur Hoover, Secretary Dr. Shadrach H. Jones, Treasurer Published quarterly as the Alumnus for the members of the Wilkes College Alumni Asso­ ciation. Second class mail privileges authorized at Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Subscription, $2.00 3 �for ANOTHER NEW BUILDING WORTHY students i il Miss Denah Fleisher, a '53 grad, now serving as a secretary to the Executive Alumni Secretary, and Miss Marie Opsitos, Director of Development secretary, are shown totaling contributions to the Scholarship Drive at a recent report meeting in the Hotel Sterling. College Fund Drive Nears Goal of $50,000 LATEST ADDITION TO CAMPUS Photo by Dan Gawlas Cc-Zege Buys Contessa De Sylva Home Another building was added to the Wilkes College campus recently when the Contessa Elena De Sylva residence was purchased by the Col­ lege. The property is located at 159 South Franklin Street. This makes the seventh building that Wilkes now owns on South Franklin Street. The newly purchased building will be remodeled this summer so that the first floor can be used for class­ rooms. With both Butler and Ashley Annexes scheduled to be tom down 4 for the erection of the Science Build­ ing which is to be started this sum­ mer, the need for additional class­ room space is of primary importance to the College. The purchase of the De Sylva residence fits nicely into the picture and will ease the situa­ tion tremendously. Upon completion of the Science Building, the new prop­ erty will help fulfill another step in the Twenty-fifth Anniversary Devel­ opment Program — additional dormi­ tory facilities. If the building is used for that pur­ pose, it will be the seventh dormi­ tory building on the campus. The new residence will be the twentythird building now used by the Col­ lege. Construction of the Science Build­ ing has been delayed temporarily due to material shortages and the ground-breaking ceremonies are now scheduled to take place on June 4th in conjunction with the graduation ceremonies. J At this writing, another step in the 25th Anniversary Development Pro­ gram of Wilkes College is near completion. The scholarship cam­ paign for $50,000 reached 55% of its goal at the second report meeting at the Hotel Sterling. One hundred and thirty-five friends of the College are now calling on prospects in the community to ask their financial support of the College in this worthwhile project. The con­ tact of the people in the community is to serve two purposes: (1) to ask for their financial support, (2) to see hew they feel about Wilkes College and its service to the community. This latter question is to aid the Col­ lege in finding out how the people of the community feel about its de- velopment program and if they feel with scholarship aid. Wilkes Col­ that they would like to aid in the lege hopes to match or overcome that growth of the College during the next figure in the near future. few years by additional financial support. The drive is scheduled to end May 16 when the final report meeting will The first annual meeting of be held at Hotel Sterling. The drive the Ol' Colonels will be held has a natural appeal to the com­ prior to the Alumni vs. Varsity munity because so many of its young baseball game on Saturday, people have the ability to attend col­ May 12, 1956. The meeting lege, but not the means. Scholar­ will be held at 9:30 A.M., in ship aids places it within their grasp the new cafeteria. and with part-time employment they Plans for the coming yeacan attain their goal. Last year 227 will be discussed at the general -----g men and women received young business meeting and it is aid from the College. This figure hoped that all the Ol' Colonels amounted to 25 per cent of the stu­ will plan to attend. dent body. Most colleges supply 30 to 40 per cent of their student body Ol' Colonels s �1956 WC BASEBALL SQUAD Alumni Drive Shoots For 100% Participation NEARLY $2,000 RAISED TO DATE; HOPE TO HIT $5,000 MARK IN DRIVE now is your participation. The campaign ends June 30, 1956. The July issue of the “Alumnus" will list the contributors by classes, the amount each class has given and the percentage of each class that gave. We hope that your name will be there. We would enjoy hearing from any of you concerning your sentiments about the Alumni Fund and your im­ pression of the organization. One hundred and twenty gradu­ ates of Wilkes College are now act­ ing as Class Managers for the first annual Alumni Fund Campaign. As you know they have been writing to their classmates asking them to sup­ support the campaign. It has been successful thus far in the campaign and it will be interesting to see the final result. With one-third of the time elapsed in the Alumni Fund Drive, the total subscribed now stands at 51,715.00, a fine increase over last year's mark of S800. Nine per cent of the alumni have contributed thus far and it is hoped that within the next two months both scores will increase sub­ stantially. There has been extensive contact of you by alumni serving as class managers. We are certain that they have expressed the problems to you quite satisfactorily. All we need Chapter Interest Reaches New High Classes Establish Memorial Fund A reorganizational meeting of the Philadelphia Alumni Chapter will be held on Friday, May 18, at the Hotel Sylvania in Philadelphia. This chap­ ter, when reorganized, will make the fifth active chapter in the Associa­ tion with three more in the planning stage. Two new chapters have had their first meeting — one in New York Long Island area; the other in Wil­ mington, Delaware, with two other new groups scheduled to meet in the near future. The Allentown-Bethle­ hem Chapter is still in the planning stage while the Washington, D.C., group has been working toward scheduling a meeting soon. One of the most promising plans lor the future of Wilkes College has recently been adopted by all four classes now attending Wilkes. The plan, called the Class Memorial Fund, was adopted by all classes by overwhelming vote. As all of you know, each class that has graduated from the College has tried to give a class gift that would be of some use to the College and serve as a memorial to the class. Usually the graduating class finds itself in dire financial straits at the end of the senior year and the class has to scrape to give the traditional gife — and even then the gift was not always what the class had want­ ed it to be. They are New York, New Jersey, Philadelphia, Wilmington, Delaware; Washington, D.C.; Allentown-Bethle­ hem, Binghamton, and the home chapter. Wilkes-Barre. Now with the new plan installed, every member of a class, beginning in the Freshman year, will be assess­ ed SI.00 a semester during his entire four years. These funds can be used for a class gift or they can be left in the fund for a number of years and used then as the class trustees of the fund are instructed by their class­ mates as a result of polling by mail. John Chwalek, Guidance Director; John Whitby, Registrar; and George Elliot, Acting Dean of Men, have traveled with your Alumni Secretary to the New York, Wilmington, and Binghamton chapter meetings to visit and explain all the new de- velopments taking place at the Col­ lege. This activity is planned to cre­ ate a better understanding of the present and future plans of the Col­ lege in which the alumni must play an active part. When all the chapters are com­ pletely organized, the Alumni Asso­ ciation will have eight chapters throughout the East in major cities. 6 The class fund will be entitled "Class Fund of 1957, 1958, 1959, etc.", or whatever it might be. As gradu­ ates they will continue io contribute to the fund through the alumni fund. Each year after graduation, the amount they give as alumni will be added to their total. It will continue in this way until the last class mem­ ber has deceased. As a result, the class of **** will know how much it has given the college at any given year. Another important feature of the fund is that the class trustees, elected and instructed by their classmates, can designate for what purpose the class funds can be used. Therefore each memorial fund will have two listings: (1) the total amount the class has given; (2) the purposes for which they have given the money through the years (i.e„ Science Hall, Engineering Building, Scholarships). It is easy to see the advantages of such a plan to the students as well as the College. The Class Memorial Fund will mean a great deal finan­ cially to the future of Wilkes College once the tradition has become estab­ lished. Every independent college must seek funds to aid its growth. This new concept, a Class Memorial Fund, can be the answer for Wilkes College and other institutions like Wilkes. Sports Roundup Eddie Davis' young basketball team wound up with a respectable 10-15 record in a schedule which saw them meeting the best small college clubs in the East. However, more earth-shattering than the eagers showing was the record-breaking performance of John Reese's wres­ tlers. The grapplers smashed every mark in the College’s history by win­ ning nine and losing only one, a protested loss to Bloomsburg. Bob Masonis, heavyweight, Don Rey­ nolds, 137, and Dave Thomas, 157, all went through the season with only one loss. Top wins recorded by the Colonels were over Hofstra, Lafayette, Muhlenberg and Ithaca. rhe baseball team ran into rough weather and a tough schedule dur­ ing the first half of the season, but had a 4-5 record heading down the home-stretch. By JONNI FALK John Milliman, big righthander who recently returned from the ser­ vice, held three of the victories, in­ cluding a shutout over Cortland STC, and a one-hit job over Rider. Eddie Birnbaum sneaked in for the fourth win when the Colonels routed Ly­ coming, 23-3. Behind M i 11 i m a n, the Colonels have Mel McNew, George Batterson, Al Broody and Birnbaum, to form one of the best mound staffs in years. Bad weather seemed to have hurt the hitters early in the campaign, but they have started to find their eyes in recent tilts. Coach Reese has been using McNew quite a bit in the outfield with Bob Sokol, last year's catcher, playing third, and freshman John Harvey doing the re­ ceiving. Rookie Mike Dydo has been holding down first base, while veterans Joe Parsnik and Ronnie Rescigno round out the infield. Al Manarski, Jim Ferris and rookie Al Balcomb have been in the outfield. Ferris and McNew are co-captains of this year's squad. The College honored its top ath­ letes at the Sports Banquet last month. Carl Van Dyke, senior, was named Outstanding Athlete, and Glenn Carey, who captained last year's grid squad, received the Jo­ seph Gallagher Memorial Plaque. Jim Ferris was named top basketball player; Dave Thomas, a sophomore, was pronounced top wrestler; Younsu Koo, a senior, received the Reggie Burr soccer award for the second straight year; Ronnie Rescigno, a sophomore, was named outstanding back of the year; and Bill Parish, a junior, received the outstanding line­ man's award; Mel McNew was named outstanding baseball player. Rescigno and Farish were also elect­ ed to be co-captains of next year's grid squad. The first bowling tournament in the history of the College was recent­ ly completed with Bill Tremayne walking away with the All-Events award. Thirty-five college keglers participated. 7 �Golf, Tennis Teams Make Debuts Swimming Team In Planning Stage The College boosted its total of varsity sports to seven during the past month by adding tennis and golf to its intercollegiate schedules. Both squads were slated for full activ­ ity during the 1957 seasons, but are being indoctrinated this year. The golf team has been playing Wyoming Seminary and the Univer­ sity of Scranton in home and home matches. Jack Curtis, director of public relations and a 1955 graduate, has been appointed coach. Felix Serafin, Jr., Neil Dadurka, Bernie Danchek, Mickey Perlmuth, Irv Kaye 8 and Dave Polley formed the Wilkes sextet in its first outing. The tennis team also has home and home matches scheduled with Wyo­ ming Seminary and the University of Scranton. The court squad is be­ ing directed by Fred Boote, a senior at the College and a well-known local player. The team is currently working out on Kirby Park's courts. The golf team, which plays its home matches on Irem Temple Coun­ try Club's spacious links, also plans to take a trip to the Middle Atlantic Conference's Tournament at Mt. Union, Pa., this month. Complete schedules for both squads will be made at the fall meet­ ing of the Middle Atlantic Confer­ ence. In addition to the tennis and golf teams, the College also plans to add a swimming team to the var­ sity slate. Older alumni will remem­ ber that swimming was once a var­ sity sport on the campus, but disap­ peared from the schedule several years ago. Groundwork is now be­ ing laid for a renewal of the tank squad. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumni Magazine, 1947-present Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Description An account of the resource <p>An archive of Wilkes University Magazine, from 1947-present. The magazine went through various names including <em>Wilkes Alumnus</em>, <em>Wilkes Quarterly,</em> <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, and the current title, <em>Wilkes Magazine</em>. Some editions for the <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, will have multiple issues within the file record. Our holdings may be missing editions for certain years due to having no physical copy within the collection. </p> Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Wilkes University Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Wilkes University Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Wilkes University Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1947-present Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumnus April 1956 Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Marketing and Communications Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource April 1956 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Magazine https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/d7c24140d1bc94e853dd05cd3440b958.pdf 47fde24767cf59ac1ece5a81e4906fc0 PDF Text Text f �ALUMNI FUND Board of Trustees Gilbert S. McClintock, Chairman QUESTIONS ANSWERED CONCERNING VALUES, PURPOSES AND PLANS OF THE PROGRAM Arnaud C. Marts, Vice-Chairman Charles H. Miner, Jr., Secretary ----------James P. Harris, Treasurer Mrs. Paul Bedford Jasper B. Carr Contents: Alumni Fund Explained --------------------- Page .... 3 General Chairman of 1956 Alumni Fund 4 New Officers Named: About George 5 Mrs. Charles E. Clift William L. Conyngham Mrs. Franck G. Darte Samuel M. Davenport, M.D. Anniversary Development Program 6, 7 Harry F. Goeringer Christmas Formal 8, 9 Hon. John S. Fine Ol' Colonels Elect George W. Guckelberger Ford Foundation Grant; Ol Colonels Constitution Miss Annette Evans Joseph J. Kocyan, M.D. ------10 .. .. 11 Present-Day Colonels 12 Open Wrestling Championships 13 From The Editor's Notebook 14 Miss Man' R. Koons Joseph F. Lester Reuben H. Levy F. Ellsworth Parkhurst, Jr. Hon. William M. Rosenfield . 15 Editorial; Notebook (continued) ____ 16 Alumni Record Rev. Charles S. Roush Andrew J. Sordoni Admiral Harold R. Stark Julius Long Stern Mrs. Esther Weckesser Walker ON THE COVER — The photograph tor this issue oi the Alumnus is from a photo­ drawing by Patricia Fitzgerald. '55. a former student ol Cathal O'Toole, chairman ol the Wilkes Department ot Art. depicting a "Wilkes Winter Scene." Readers may have noticed the new format of the cover and throughout the Alumnus in this issue. This move toward standardization and raising the level of the publication tor Wilkes alumni is just one of many steps being taken toward building a strong alumni association. We hope the new book and its contents will be informative and most enjoyable.—The Editor Published by Wilkes College President Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania Dr. Eugene S. Farley Office of Executive Secretary Chase Hall Alumni Officers Russ Picton, Editor Jack Curtis, Associate Editor Donald Honeywell, President Gifford Cappellini, Vice-President Volume 2, No. 2 January, 1956 Arthur Hoover, Secretary Dr. Shadrach H. Jones, Treasurer SEED MO Published quarterly as C the Alumnus for the members ol the Wilkes College Alumni A’so elation. Application lor ,r entry as second class matter Is pending. Subscription, I It Since we have begun to set up our alumni organization in prepara­ tion for our twenty-fifth anniversary development program, I have been asked by members of the association at various meetings to explain a few facts about the alumni fund. Some of the key questions asked are as . follows: What IS the alumni fund? What are the values? What are the objectives? How does it operate? Many of the alumni were of the opi­ nion that if these questions were an­ swered to the satisfaction of every­ one, then the volume of participation would increase accordingly. Soon we shall begin our annual alumni fund campaign and I hope that the following explanations win will "sell" you on participation. There are different types of alumni funds but basically they serve the same purpose. Simply, the alumni fund is the sup­ port of the college by its graduates. No student has ever paid the full cost of his education. A part of the expense was covered by the aid given by former friends of the insti­ tution. Therefore, although some graduates eventually may be able to repay many-fold that which they received, others will never be able to repay the debt. The majority, however, can and will give accord­ ing to their ability in order that the college can grow and maintain its important position for those yet to come. The sense of gratitude, the sense of responsibility and loyalty, the en­ lightened interest in the cause of education, which are felt by those people are what the alumni fund is. The chief values of the fund to the college are the following: 1. The fund ordinarily brings in unrestricted money, of which no in­ stitution of higher education receives enough. This is money that can be used where it is needed, mostly for scholarships, buildings, endowment, etc. There is no ear-marking of these funds. 2. The fund is not only a depend­ able backlog for current operations but a feeder line. Once an alumnus forms the habit of annual giving to his college or university, he is a prospect for a capital gift now and then during his lifetime, or for a be­ quest. This is just a practical and business-like look at the situation. 3. A regularly contributing alum­ nus is a positive advocate of an in­ stitution's program and needs — a kind of ambassador. 4. One of the most important va­ lues — and ever increasingly so — is the aspect of "seed money". The first question asked by foundations, firms and potential friends of a col­ lege is, "What are your alumni doing to aid their college?" The position of a college asking assistance from r them is in a poor posi show assistance from women who have takr whose diploma is thei the world. Our money alone c of these buildings and that our college need future but we will h more of those who c amounts if our alumni terest by giving accc means. Most of us i out of college long eno (coni 9 II '1 Ls'-'Y We Don’t Ask You to Support Your Alumni F Blindly; Let the Answers Here Enlighten 1 �rustees ALUMNI FUND - SEED MONEY Chairman ice-Chairman Al^ — , Secretary QUESTIONS ANSWERED CONCERNING VALUES, PURPOSES AND PLANS OF THE PROGRAM asurer Contents: Page .... 3 ift Alumni Fund Explained hem arte ort, M.D. General Chairman of 1956 Alumni Fund 4 5 New Officers Named; About George ----------- 6, 7 Anniversary Development Program .... 8, 9 Christmas Formal Ol' Colonels Elect_____ 10 Ford Foundation Grant; Ol' Colonels' Constitution 11 Present-Day Colonels 12 Open Wrestling Championships 13 From The Editor's Notebook 14 urst, Jr. Editorial; Notebook (continued) 15 osenfield Alumni Record 16 berger M.D. s Stark ter Walker ON THE COVER — The photograph for this issue of the Alumnus is from a photoarawing by Patricia Fitzgerald, '55, a former student of Cathal O’Toole, chairman of the Wilkes Department of Art, depicting a "Wilkes Winter Scene." Readers may have noticed the new format of the cover and throughout the Alumnus in this issue. This move toward standardization and raising the level of the publication for Wilkes alumni is just one of many steps being taken toward building a strong alumni association. We hope the new book and its contents will be informative and most enjoyable.—The Editor Published by Wilkes College it Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania arley Office of Executive Secretary Chase Hall Russ Picton, Editor Jack Curtis, Associate Editor icers tsident s-President Volume 2, No. 2 January, 1956 ry Treasurer Published quarterly as the Alumnus for the members of the Wilkes College Alumni Association. Application for entry as second class matter is pending. Subscription, S2.00. Since we have begun to set up our alumni organization in prepara­ tion for our twenty-fifth anniversary development program, I have been asked by members of the association at various meetings to explain a few facts about the alumni fund. Some of the key questions asked are as . follows: What IS the alumni fund? What are the values? What are the objectives? How does it operate? Many of the alumni were of the opi­ nion that if these questions were an­ swered to the satisfaction of every­ one, then the volume of participation would increase accordingly. Soon we shall begin our annual alumni fund campaign and I hope that the following explanations will "sell" you on participation. There are different types of alumni funds but basically they serve the same purpose. Simply, the alumni fund is the sup­ port of the college by its graduates. No student has ever paid the full cost of his education. A part of the expense was covered by the aid given by former friends of the insti­ tution. Therefore, although some graduates eventually may be able to repay many-fold that which they received, others will never be able to repay the debt. The majority, however, can and will give accord­ ing to their ability in order that the college can grow and maintain its important position for those yet to come. The sense of gratitude, the sense of responsibility and loyalty, the en­ lightened interest in the cause of education, which are felt by those people are what the alumni fund is. The chief values of the fund to the college are the following: 1. The fund ordinarily brings in unrestricted money, of which no in­ stitution of higher education receives enough. This is money that can be used where it is needed, mostly for scholarships, buildings, endowment, etc. There is no ear-marking of these funds. 2. The fund is not only a depend­ able backlog for current operations but a feeder line. Once an alumnus forms the habit of annual giving to his college or university, he is a prospect for a capital gift now and then during his lifetime, or for a be­ quest. This is just a practical and business-like look at the situation. 3. A regularly contributing alum­ nus is a positive advocate of an in­ stitution's program and needs — a kind of ambassador. 4. One of the most important va­ lues — and ever increasingly so — is the aspect of "seed money". The first question asked by foundations, firms and potential friends of a col­ lege is, "What are your alumni doing to aid their college?" The position of a college asking assistance from them is in a poor position if it cannot show assistance from the men and women who have taken degrees and whose diploma is their passport into the world. Our money alone cannot build all of these buildings and improvements that our college needs in the near future but we will be able to ask more of those who can give large amounts if our alumni show their in­ terest by giving according to their means. Most of us have not been out of college long enough to become (continued on page 4) —3 !• �Our Alumni Fund,\ Explained NEW LEADERS FOR ’56 Honeywell Named President 3rd Time (continued from page 3) established well enough to give large amounts. Just remember, the amount that you give is important but even more important now is the fact that you do give. The objectives of the fund are of course additional funds for the col­ lege to use for development and 100% participation from its members. The first is self-explanatory, the sec­ ond is of the utmost importance to the future of the college. Although we are a young college and our gradu­ ates only number 2,000 since 1935, we are in a position now to establish a good foundation upon which a stronger college, alumni fund and alumni association can be built for the future. Although we can be only ''seed money" now, in the future we will have enough graduates to play a more important role in the growth of the college. Nov/ is the time to set the precedents for future graduates to follow. The mechanics of the fund are broken down into steps. First, there is the General Chairman who over­ sees the entire fund and is the driving force behind it. The second in the chain of command is the class chair­ man of which we now have need of twenty, one for each year, from 1935 to 1955. The third and most impor­ tant to the success of the fund is the class manager. It is the goal of the fund to have one class manager for each ten members of his or her class. Each class manager will contact his or her ten assigned classmates. This means that in a class that graduated 200 people, there would be twenty class managers — each to contact ten of their classmate with materials supplied by this office. It is a simple process yet without Officers Ask Alumni Support In New Year Ahead Your Dollars Act as Seed Money" __ "It's not how much you give, but the fact that you DO give!" your support and aid it will fail, hope that if you are called upon to help you will give your fullest co­ operation. Any volunteers??? lassel! Mltomis to lead 1® fflunma tad Drive Russell H. Williams, Jr., R.D. 3, Dallas, Pa., a member of the class of '50, has been named general chairman of the Wilkes College Alumni Association's 25th Anniver­ sary Fund Raising Drive, it was an­ nounced this week by Russ Picton, executive secretary of the associa­ tion. Williams, a person who has been keenly interested in Wilkes since he graduated and who has been active in alumni activities, is a member of the staff of the Gutendorf Advertising Agency, Wilkes-Barre. A native of Kingston, Russ received an A.B. degree in English from Wilkes, having entered the school when it was yet Bucknell University Junior College in August of 1946. He completed studies in February of 1950. He was awarded the L. J. Van Laeys Journalism Award at gradua­ tion that year, the first time it was awarded by the editorial staff of the Wilkes-Barre Record. Russ is a graduate of Wyoming Seminary and also attended Kings­ ton High School. An army veteran, 4 _ gy Davies of Wilkes-Barre. They have two children, both boys, five and seven years of age. New, Reactivated Chapters Planned Russell H. Williams, Jr. the new alumni fund chairman serv­ ed nearly four years, having been discharged in 1946 less than a month Delore he entered Wilkes. Russ is married to the former Peg- Plans for the reactivation of former Alumni regional chapter organiza­ tions and the beginning of several others are underway. Key figures in each potential chap­ ter area will soon be contacted, if they have not been contacted al­ ready, to lay the groundwork for organization of the various groups. Tentative plans call for new chap­ ters in Washington, D.C., Wilming­ ton, Del., and the Allentown-Bethle­ hem-Easton area. Slated to be re­ activated are those formerly existing in New Jersey and PhiladelphiaTwo chapters still active are in Wilkes-Barre and the Binghamton, N.Y., area. Persons in any other area desiring to get a chapter started are urged to contact the Alumni Office. Alumni officials plan extensive visits in the reorganization program. Donald Honeywell, Class of '49, was elected unopposed as president of the Wilkes College Alumni Asso­ ciation in the balloting which closed recently. Other members of the official staff of the association who were elected for 1956 include: Atty. Gifford Cap­ pellini,'37, vice-president; Arthur Hoover, '55, secretary; and Dr. Shad­ rach H. Jones, '52, treasurer. Official announcement of the elec­ tion results was made at the associa­ tion's annual Christmas dance at Irem Temple Country Club on De­ cember 23. Honeywell, manager of Deemer's Stationery Company, in WilkesBarre, has long been an active mem­ ber of the alumni. He took over the reins of the Wilkes alumni group early in 1955, subbing for BUI Leutzel, whose work made it necessary for him to leave the Greater WilkesBarre area. All other officers in the direct line of succession had either left the area or could not accept the presidency, so alumni officials asked Honeywell to accept the job. Ironically, Leutzel had taken over from Honeywell in 1951, when the latter was president for the first time, when Don had to leave for the ser­ vice. Thus this is Don’s third term as president and he has proven a gogetter as well as the type of person you would want heading your alum­ ni association. Cappellini is a worthy right hand for the incumbent president, for as vice-president, his wUlingness to work for the association will be a tremendous aid to Honeywell — as well as to the entire alumni. A practicing attorney in WilkesBarre, Cappellini was chairman of the 1955 Homecoming, adjudged the best and most successful in the col­ lege's history. Much of the credit for the success must go to Gifford for his splendid organization and ac­ tual work. Arthur Hoover, one of the two co­ outstanding graduates of the class of 1955, brings the youth movement into the official family for the first time in many years. He is one of the first persons ever elected to an qlumni post the year after graduating YOUR NEW LEADERS—Newly elected officers of the Wilkes College Alumni Association are shown at their first meeting in the Alumni Office. Chase Hall, recently, with Executive Alumni Secretary Buss Picton. Seated, left to right: Dr. Shadrach H. Jones, treasurer; Donald L. Honeywell, president; and Atty. Gifford S. Cappellini. vice-presi­ dent. Standing: Russ Picton and Arthur J. Hoover, secretary. The group later met with Wilkes President Dr. Eugene S. Farley to discuss plans for the coming year. (herein lies the statement about youth, without the insinuations that our grads are necessarily old). Art, now a member of the faculty of the secretarial studies department at Wilkes, is exceptionally well quali­ fied to be secretary of the associa­ tion, not only from his college train­ ing, but also from his sincere interest in the college. He was named per­ manent president of the class of '55 last June. Dr. Shad Jones, another who has long been deep in the middle of alumni affairs, is the new treasurer. If Shad's obvious interest holds in the job and we can get a little of that which usually goes into a treasury, then his choice as custodian of funds has been a good one. Statistically, the election results show that the largest number of votes ever polled was recorded this year. Over fourteen hundred votes were totaled by the three tellers appointed by this office. The figure is actually slightly larger due to some votes coming to the office too late to be counted. The voting period was thirty days as prescribed by the con- stitution. Recently the newly elected officers and the Alumni Secretary met with President Farley to study ways and (continued on page 10) One Down, 1,999 to Go; 'George' Gets Some Aid We thought that you'd enjoy reading the answer from one alumna in answer to President Don Honeywell's open letter titled, "Don't Let George Do It!" We at the college thought that the first response to the open letter was "fabulous." It came from Mrs. Norman Pearse (nee Miss Lois Devendorf, '36), Levittown, N.Y. The note read: "I’m a guilty one —■ I've been letting George not do it, too." Mrs. Norman Pearse Editor's note: Check enclosed . . . Amen. — 5 �In three years, 1958, we will cele­ brate our twenty-fifth anniversary as a college. The first fourteen years we were a junior college and during those years became firmly establish­ ed in the community. The corner­ stone for a future four-year institution was firmly laid. With our charter in 1947 came immediate accredita­ tion by the Middle States Accrediting Association, one of the few col­ leges ever to receive immediate ac­ creditation upon opening its doors as a four-year institution. This was the result of the fine reputation re­ corded by the junior college which also received immediate accredita­ tion in 1933. 6 — From this point on Wilkes College has risen steadily. Returning ser­ vicemen! and the youth of the area in search of a good education throng­ ed to the college. Great strides in development w e r e undertaken to meet the onslaught but never once did the college lose sight of its pur­ pose and the standards remained high. Only one of every three ap­ plicants has been able to meet the qualifications. Now the tide of enrollment is again So ? 1950enrolled *here inWere 2,4.9,910 9', students col‘ eoooS 96,° wiU in— *° we°0'°00 and by 1970, 4,500,000 Wilkes College has already begun to feel the pressure. Witness the additional dormitories and other buildings that we have purchased recently, as well as the newly ex­ panded cafeteria. The college enrollment is now 850 day students and 750 night students. The maximum enrollment planned by the college is 1,200 students both day and night. Our facilities now will not permit us to grow any larger. In fact we have been set back re­ cently by that very fact. A special committee from the Middle States Accrediting Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools recently visited us upon our request for ac' crediiation to provide the opportunity for teachers to take a year's post graduate work and obtain a master's degree in education. The committee expressed satisfaction with the high quality of Wilkes' educational ser­ vice, but advised against authorizing the graduate course on the grounds that the college is already "doing too much with too little" and that we should first enlarge our plant, faculty and endowment before expanding our program. The result is a development pro­ gram which has been decided upon by the Board of Trustees — a large portion of which it is the desire of the board to see completed in time for the twenty-fifth anniversary in 1958. Teaching space is a crucial need, and so a science building has been decided upon. The board knew that perhaps of equal if not greater im­ portance was the need for adjust­ ment of faculty salaries which was below average. Thus the first project may become a joint task, for the board has under consideration the combining of both phases of the program into one step. The Ford Foundation grant of $156,200 for faculty salaries was a great aid and was a step in the right direction, but it did not solve the problem. It did however make the eventual adjustment a near reality. Additional projects for the anniver­ sary program are a combined arts building and assembly hall and ad­ ditional dormitories — not necessari­ ly in that order. As you can see, the sums concerned will be in the mil­ lions of dollars and the buildings must become a reality if Wilkes Col­ lege is to continue to grow and serve the youth of the community and na­ tion. — 7 ��FOR FACULTY SALARIES NEW BODY OF OL’ COLONELS Wilkes Gets $156,200 From Ford Foundation Officers, Council Named by Alumni Lettermen Bob Waters Becomes First President; 4 Other Officers, 5 Councilmen Elected Robert Waters was elected presi­ dent of the Ol' Colonels, newly form­ ed alumni lettermen's group at Wilkes College, in tabulations an­ nounced recently by Russ Picton, cor­ responding secretary for the organi­ zation. Other officers elected were Alexan­ der Molosh, Brooklyn, N.Y., vicepresident; Jack Curtis, Wilkes-Barre, recording secretary; Russ Picton, Trucksville, corresponding secretary; and Norman Cross, Wilkes-Barre treasurer. A five-man executive council was also chosen in the mail balloting by members of the OT Colonels, called OT not because of antiquitation but rather out of regard for the Colonel athletes still active on the Wilkes campus. Council members elected were Paul Thomas, Atty. Joseph Sa­ vitz, Joseph Trosko, Howard Ennis, and Jack Jones. The endowment fund of Wilkes College has recently been increased by $156,200 as a result of a grant by the Ford Foundation for improvement of faculty salaries. The grant was one of more than 4,000 which the foundation announced. The total grant, $500,000,000 was the largest such benefaction ever recorded. BUJC letters in intercollegiate sports. All lettermen are considered mem­ bers of the new organization unless they specify differently. The returns for the voters were ex­ cellent and the total votes cast were above the anticipated figure. The officers began their duties January 1. WATERS Although the trustees of the foun- ARTICLE I Name The name ot this orgc janization, consisting of alumni who have won Wilkes College's At ithletic Awards shall be the OL' COLONELS. ARTICLE II Functions and Purposes of the Organization Section 1. To assist Wilkes College in the promulgation of all campus activity. Section 2. To aid and strengthen the general alumni asso­ ciation of Wilkes College. Section 3. To gain due recognition for student efforts ex­ pended in intercollegiate athletics. Section 4. To cultivate and increase interest and dignity in the athletic program of Wilkes CoUege. Section 5. To co-operate with and assist the College ad­ ministration in the furtherance of its athletic program, and to foster and maintain a close relationship between alumni and student lettermen. HONEYWELL NAMED means for the association to continue to grow. The free exchange of ideas during the meeting helped to estab­ lish a more firm basis of understand­ ing concerning the proposed position of the alumni association. The total number of alumni ap­ Molosh was a star end on the grid­ proximates 3,000 which is not a large iron and also a first-rate shortstop number, but as was concluded by for Ralston on the diamond. Curtis the group, it can establish a firm foundation for the thousands of fu­ lettered in soccer, while Picton earn­ ture alumni to build upon. We are ed his letter in football. in a position to begin something worthwhile for our college. The officers that you have chosen Norm Cross is also a former gridwill serve you well if you give them der, having played blocking back in your support. They have taken steps the sharp single-wing attack at recently that will incur a great deal Wilkes. of work and have done so gladly because they feel it is time for the Sports of the executive committee alumni association to grow stronger included: Thomas, football; Savitz, and to aid the college. The officers basketball; Trosko, football and base­ have been heartened by the large ball; Ennis, wrestling; and Jack Jones, ballot that you cast, for it seemed to mark your growing interest in alumni football. affairs. They ask that your endorse­ ment of their activities be shown by As of last spring, two hundred and your participation in alumni activi­ thirty-eight men had won Wilkes and ties. 10 — The distribution to the colleges was dation made no demands of the re­ cipient colleges, it was their hope that this grant would be at least matched by the institution. The grant was not intended to solve the salary problem of the college to which it was given but was an at­ tempt to make the ultimate adjust­ ment of faculty salaries within the grasp of the college. Prior to receiving the Ford Founda­ tion grant, the Board of Trustees of Wilkes College had agreed to make the problem of faculty salaries of primary importance in the twenty­ fifth anniversary development pro­ gram planned for the next three years. The tentative plans now call for funds to match the Ford grant OF Colonels Chartered - Constitution (continued from page S) Waters, well known in Wilkes grid and wrestling circles was a star tail­ back for George Ralston's gridders and also performed on the mats for Jim Laggan. Of this amount, $215,000,000 was awarded to 615 accredited, private educational institutions in the United States, another $90,000,000 was re­ served for privately supported medi­ cal schools and $200,000,000 was given to 3,500 privately supported hospitals. The $156,200 given to Wilkes Col­ lege is to be placed into the endow­ ment of the college for ten years. The income from that sum is to be used for faculty salaries and will amount to $6,248 per year. After ten years, the principal can be used if the college so desires. The funds will be made available to the col­ lege within 18 months. MOLOSH No program as yet has been set up for the coming year but the newly approved constitution calls for two meetings a year — one in the spring and the other in the fall of each year. Two tentative dates have been con­ sidered: the spring date of May 12, the time of the annual alumni base­ ball game, and the other, homecom­ ing which this year will be held on October 13. The executive council has not yet approved these dates. All the OT Colonels will be informed. based upon the amount of money spent during 1954-1955 by the col­ leges for faculty salaries. Those col­ leges that had pioneered in the field for a more equitable faculty salary scale received a bonus sum for their efforts. CROSS JONES THOMAS SAVITZ TROSKO i after nominations. Section 5. Special elections may be held at such times when official vacancies exist. Section 6. A. There shall be at least two general meetings, one in the Fall and one in the Spring of each year at designated by the Executive Committee. B. Special meetings of this organization may be caUed by the Executive Committee. ARTICLE v Organization ol the Ol' Colonels The officers of the Ol' Colonels shall consist of ARTICLE III Membership of the Ol* Colonels Section 1. Any male alumnus who has earned the privilege of wearing the athletic award offered by the College shall be, or have the right to be, a member of the Ol' Colonels. Section 2. The Director of Athletics and coaches shall be ex-officio members. Section 1. the following: a. Pre: jsident b. Vice President c. Recording Secretary d. Corresponding Secretary e. Treasurer Section 2. An Executive Committee shall be compr irised ol the above-named officers and five additional members ele< ected by the organization. Section 3. Terms ot office shall continue for one (1) year, Officers may ssucceed themselves. Section 4... The duties of the officers shall be those inherent in such office. Section 5. Vacancies in any office shall be filled by action of the Executive Committee. ARTICLE IV Elections and Meetings of the Organization Section 1. AU elections shall be by ballot as determined by the Executive Committee. Section 2. Ten members of this organization shall constitute a quorum. Section 3. Each member shall have one (1) vote and a majority vote shall be necessary for the approval of regular busi­ ness. Section 4. A. Nominations of officers and executive committeemon. hereinafter named, shall occur at the first meeting during the Fall 11 Semester of each year. B. Elections of said officers shall occur within one month ARTICLE VI Amendments Section 1. Amendments to this Constitution may be pre posed by any try member provided that ten members of the organize tion have Ufimderwritten the proposed amendment. Section 2. Proposed amndments to this Constitution must be read after due noti tice to the membership at a regular meeting of the organization, a quorum of the total active membership being present, and the amendment having_ been read . before _____ _____ said______ meeting shall then be put to a vote. Section 3. A two-thirds vote ot members present and voting shall be required for adoption ot new amendments. �PRESENT-DAY COLONELS CAGE AND MAT REVIEW TO DATE By JONNI FALK The Colonel eagers ~ Trave found that traveling is definitely not ’to their liking with half of the season in the record books. They have managed to win only one of seven starts on the road while capturing all four efforts at home. At the end of the fall semester, the hoopsters had only one big feather in their cap. That was a third place finish in the Sampson Air Force Tournament which took place just be­ fore Christmas. Eddie Davis, in his first year as coach, has found that speed does not always overcome height and his small team has lost several games even though they shot excellent per­ centages from the field. The foul shooting has been poor but the team showed signs of coming to life when it returned home for two games at the semester's end. John Reese is all smiles about his wrestling team and seems to have come up with a "sleeper" this year. The team's record at the end of the semester was certainly better than anybody had hoped. The grapplers romped through their first four meets with apparent ease and included two of the biggest upsets of the year when they clipped Hofstra and later Lafayette. The team is well-balanced with a sprinkling of promising freshmen among battle-tested veterans. The finds of the year appear to be Terry Smith, 147-pounder, and Walt Glogowski, 177-pounder, both freshmen. The nation received further proof that Wilkes College is becoming the wrestling capital of the East when the Olympic committee announced that the Olympic wrestling trials for District III, which includes the Middle Atlantic States, would be held at Wilkes April 13 and 14. Early information indicates that the trials will be as large as the Open Wrestling Tournament. The expanding intramural sports program at the college is now one of the finest offered anywhere. The program now includes: football bas­ ketball, bowling, volleyball, pingpong, golf and softball. John Reese, head of the program, stated that some 250 students, about one-third of the enrollment, will take part in the program this year. 12 — Huge Wrestling Tourney Puts Wilkes in Sports Spotlight Wilkes this YeaI 9ame^ tull recognition throughout the United Suites for .nonoorsno th. 1955-56 WILKES CAGE COLONELS—First row. left to right: Joe Jablonski. Jim Ferris. George Morgan, John Bresnahan. Carl Van Dyke, coach Eddie Davis. Second row: Hank Deibel. manager. Cliff Brautigan, Bob Sokol. Elmer Snyder. Ed Troutman. Eddie Birnbaum. Third row: Walt Angielski. Dave Shales. John Tokach. Gerry Esterman, Jack Golden. Scott Trethaway. OUTSTANDING MATMEN IN '56—Top wrestlers thus far this year include: top. loll to right. Terry Smith. Walt Glogowski Bob Masonis, and Dave Thomas. Bottom. Keith Williams. Don Reynolds, and Jim Ward. Reynolds and Masonis are co-captains this year, — 13 �EDITORIAL From the Editors Notebook . . . Here 'n' There with the Alumni Herman Kessler, class of '51, has just become the proud father of a baby boy, David Mark, born on January 11th. Herman and his wife June reside in Syracuse, N.Y., where Herm is employed as a department head in an insurance company. Marie Christian Norrisey, '44, with her husband and two children, Patti 5 and Susan 3, now live in Columbia, Ohio. Mr. Norrisey is employed as a field engineer for Sperry Gyro­ scope Company. Robert Ichter, '55, has recently become engaged to Miss Joyce Devers of Wilkes-Barre. Bob is serving as a Navy instructor at Bainbridge, Md. George Kuzmak, '48, is presently employed as a chemical engineer by Bakelite Com­ pany in Bound Brook, New Jersey. Dr. Michael J. Kotch, ’51, is presently interning at the General Hospital in Wilkes-Barre. Alfred Eisenpreis, class of '42, and Miss Betty Jane Long recently announced their engagement. Mr. Eisenpreis is assistant managing director of Pomeroy's, Inc. Ben­ jamin Fiester, '55, is employed by the Insurance Companies of North America as a claims adjuster. Dr. Joseph D. Stevens, '52, is now serving as a lieutenant in the Army Dental Corps. He was graduated from Temple Dental School last year. Among the recent mar­ riages was that of Margo Hess, class c: '53, and Henry Gitomer in Pails-son. New Jersey. Melvin A. Schmelzer. '55. is employed by Prudential Insurance Company as a salesman. His specialty is business insurance and insurance for the professional man. Bichard D. Bush, '53, married Miss Roberta Tosh last July. Richard is in his junior year at Temple Universi­ ty School of Dentistry. Allen Jeter, class of ’55, recently became engag­ ed to Miss Joan Louise Sprague of New Jersey. Al is the sports editor 14 — for a newspaper in Toms River, N.J. Dr. Alex Kotch, '44, is now employed as a research chemist for E. I. Du­ pont De Nemours and Company in Wilmington, Del. Howard "Little Skinny" Ennis, '55, recently tied the knot with Miss Nancy Silvanus of Wilmington, Del. "Skinny" appear­ ed as an usher in a movie skit with Sid Caeser on the Caeser TV pro­ gram. He has also appeared on Tallulah Bankhead's show in a skit with her. Mrs. Marjorie Mattern Carothers, '42, is a business education teach­ er in Altoona Senior High School in Altoona, Pa. Ann Lodge Has­ kell, '55, is working toward a doc­ torate in clinical psychology at Duke University where she has an assistantship in that department. Norman W. Hughes, '48, and wife Katherine make their home in We­ nonah, N.J. Norman is Assistant Funeral Director for Kesner Funer­ al Home, Philadelphia, Pa. Helen Koelsch, '55, and Norman Gates, '53, became man and wife on De­ cember 26, 1955. Frederick H. Poltrock, '52, is work­ ing for Hercules Chemical Works in Hercules, California as a chemical engineer. IVLr. and Mrs. Russell D. Young (nee Carol V. Jones, '53) annonuce the birth of a daughter, Bessmarie, on September 17, 1955. They are living in State College where Mr. Young is studying for his doctorate in Physics. Richard D. Bantie, '42, is now the Guidance Director in Ge­ noa Central School, Genoa, N.Y. A. Edward Greenwood, '55, is a denial student at the University of Pennsyl­ vania. Jean Hughes, '48, is an Ele­ mentary school teacher at Allison School, Harrisburg, Pa. Jean teaches the third grade. John W. Murtha, '52, is at pres­ ent employed as a reduction in force advisor for the third U. S. Civil Service region. Frank C. Ostapowicz. '42, is now an M.D. at the U. S. Naval Hospital, Key West, Fla. He and his wife, Mary Louise, have six children; Mary Ann 8, Charlene 6, Martin 4, Tama­ ra 3, Sharon 2, and David 6 months. Dr. Ostapowicz is the head of the Obstetrics and Gyne­ cology Department at the base. On the staff of the Bound Brook High School is Edward Yarasheski, class of '55, who is employed as a Math teacher. Edward R. Hendler, '48, is now a staff chemist at the Pennsylvania Salt Manufacturing Company in the Sharpies Division in Wyandotte, Mich. Teaching Sci­ ence at Lake-Noxen High School is Calvin W. Kanyuck, '52. Miriam Jeanne Elias, '55, and hus­ band Jerry, '56, have set up house­ keeping recently. Jeanne works as an auditor in the Miners National Bank and Jerry will soon begin teach­ ing locally. Roberta Louise Rakes, '49, reports that she and her husband, Lt. C. E. Rakes, are now residing in Bremerton, Washington. Lt. Rakes is serving as Ship's Superintendent. He recently received the degree of Naval Engineer from M.I.T. Charles L. Thomas, '52, is now employed by the Liberty Mutual Insurance Com­ pany as a claims adjustor. Eleanor Mary Jenkins, '53, is working for Bell Telephone as a Service Representa­ tive. Her husband, Harold Jenkins, '54, is now in the U. S. Navy. They were married October 22, 1955. Dorothy J. Roden, '53, is employed as a Registered Medical Assistant. Lt. Thomas M. Vojtek, '53, is now assigned to Combat Information Center School in Illinois. Anita R. Gordon, '54, reports that she is a secretary for an insurance firm. John Palsha, '52, and his wife re­ cently welcomed a new addition to the family ... a baby daughter, (continued on page 15) Dr. Kerr, '39, "Valley's Man of Year" Dr. Robert M. Kerr, '39, was named "Wyoming Valley's Young Man of the Year of 1955 by Greater Wilkes-Barre Junior Chamoer of Commerce. The purpose of the annual event is to honor the young man who has made an outstanding contribution to the community and who has contributed to the general welfare of its citizens. Evaluation of Dr. Kerr from which judges William O. Sword, David S. Davis, and Paul Labeda made their selection of him as "Wyoming Valley's Young Man of the Year" is as follows: "Dr. Kerr was graduated from Bucknell Junior College, now Wilkes Col­ lege, Bucknell University and Jefferson Medical School. He has given un­ selfishly of his time and talents in the general aspects of his profession, as evidenced by his membership on the staff of General Hospital, Retreat State Hospital and the Veterans Administration regional office. "His quality of leadership is clearly indicated by the fact that he is secretary of Luzerne County Medical Association. "Interested in the community's health generally. Dr. Kerr was the origi­ nator of the study of fluoridation of this area's water supply. He has also given many hours of his time and effort as head of the professional division of Red Cross drive, and he is an attending physician for the Red Cross on blood donor campaigns. "Dr. Kerr's diligence and spirit of humanitarianism is not limited to the medical field. He has contributed greatly to the success of the Industrial Fund Drive as well as the Community Chest. He is program director of the Torch Club and was State director of the Junior Chamber of Commerce." Dr. Kerr is certified by American Board of Internal Medicine, and is an associate of American College of Physicians. He is a deputy coroner of Luzerne County. Dr. Kerr is married to the former Mary Zeller of Long Island and the father of two children, Bruce and Brian. Bob Kerr's willingness to serve has been obvious and has been felt and appreciated by the Wilkes Alumni Association. A fine example of this willingness was shown when he became the first person to accept a post of leadership in the forthcoming alumni fund drive. The Alumnus, Wilkes and all of us, I'm sure, offer sincere congratula­ tions to a graduate who has helped tc make us just a little more proud of our Alma Mater. The Editor's Notebook (continued from page 13) Claire. Thomas E. Kelly, '54, is teaching English, gym and handi­ crafts at Bilingual School, Paris, France. The school is a private French school — elementary level. Tom is also in charge of after­ school activities at the American Community school of Paris. In his spare time, he is studying at the Institut Phonetique of the Sorbonne. Sounds like an interesting life, Tom! Ann Haver Bojus,'51, happi­ ly reports a new addition to the family; a son, Luther John II. She is also doing some substitute teach­ ing in the Lahifield grade school. Robert J. Smith, '51, is serving as an accountant for the General Elec­ tric Company in Johnson City, N.Y. Sanford Cohen, '51, is new a VicePresident of Edward I. Plattle Com­ pany, an advertising specialties firm. Mary Terese Sleva is employed as a secretary to the Chief Nurse at the Veterans Administration Hospital in Wilkes-Barre. Ray C. Reese, '55, and Elizabeth Strow were recently mar­ ried by her father, the Rev. Strow of Plymouth. Mr. Reese is employed by Western Electric Instrument Com­ pany of Newark, N. J. Allan Strass­ man, '50, is a Certified Public Ac­ countant associated with the firm of Laventhol, Knekstein and Company, Wilkes-Barre. Lawrence B. Pelesh, '50, recent­ ly resigned from the Greater Wilkes-Barre Industrial Fund, Inc. to accept a position of sales man­ ager of Royer Foundry and Ma­ chine Company in Kingston, Pa. Mrs. Richard W. Nutt. '39, informs us that she and her husband re­ cently returned from the Mid-West and she is anxious to hear more about the "old-timers". Her hus­ band is Chaplain to the Methodist students at Penn State. Three little Nutts, Tom 11, Nan 8, and Kathy Sue 7, are reported by their mother. David R. Rosser, '55, is employed as the Executive Secre­ tary at the North Branch Y.M.C.A. Jacob R. Seitcheck, '49, is currently employed as a professional Ser­ vice Representative for E. R. Squibb and Sons in the Washington, D.C. territory. Presently employed as a junior accountant is John Nicholas Worker, class of '53. John is employed by the E. C. Baker, C.P.A. firm in Read­ ing, Pa. An interesting occupation is that of Robert H. Hopkins, '39, who is now the city manager for General Electric under contract with the atom­ ic energy commission at Richland, Washington. Melvin S. Karp, '55, is a sales representative for the Wilf Furniture Manufacturing Company. Clyde H. Ritter, '50, is a supervisor in the Economic Study Section of the Inland Waterways Department. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Stackhouse (Bob is of the class of '53) announced the arrival of a baby boy on November 21, 1955. He is a parts manager and buyer for Stackhouse Auto and Elec­ tric Company. Ambrose Saricks, '35, is now As­ sistant Professor of History at the University of Kansas. William J. Price, '55,- now an ensign in the Navy, is attached to the "Hurri­ cane Hunters" as an aviator. They check out of Jacksonville, Florida. Elizabeth A. Badman, class of '53, is teaching second grade al Steu­ ben School, New Milford, New Jersey. Joseph E. Howell, '53, re­ ports that his duties are now as an accountant for General Electric Company in Johnson City, New York. Edna A. Sabol, '50, is cur­ rently working as a secretary for Pennsylvania Citizens Association for Health and Welfare. Robert R. Weeks, '51, sends us the information that he is a special ac­ counts accountant for Alexander and Alexander, Inc. He and his wife, the former Peggy Sicklo, have two sons, Robert Arthur 4, and Kenneth John, 3 months. Charles F. Woodring Jr., '51, is presently employed by E. I. DuPont Company in the purchasing department. John Martin Simmons, class of '54, is serving as assistant city manager in Chico, California. David B. Whitney, '53, is currently a student at Boston University School of Theolcgy. — 15 �ALUMNI RECORD We would like to know what all of you are doing so that we can pass it on to some of your long lost friends. Also, each record that we receive from you is going to be kept in your personal folder here in the office. We want a folder for each of you, so please fill out this form and send it to the Alumni Office, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. 1—Name LAST FIRST MIDDLE Maiden Name Street Town State Telephone 2—Entered Wilkes College or B. U. J. C. Withdrew Graduated 3—Transferred To Graduated 4—Semester Hours at Wilkes or B.U.J.C. Degree Major 5—Present Employment and Duties 6—Business Address 7—Do you know of any people who attended Wilkes or B. U. J. C. and are not receiving the regular literature of the Association? List: � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumni Magazine, 1947-present Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Description An account of the resource <p>An archive of Wilkes University Magazine, from 1947-present. The magazine went through various names including <em>Wilkes Alumnus</em>, <em>Wilkes Quarterly,</em> <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, and the current title, <em>Wilkes Magazine</em>. Some editions for the <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, will have multiple issues within the file record. Our holdings may be missing editions for certain years due to having no physical copy within the collection. </p> Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Wilkes University Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Wilkes University Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Wilkes University Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1947-present Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumnus January 1956 Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Marketing and Communications Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource January 1956 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Magazine https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/aa46e50608c18f0e63b4efe96556cfb3.pdf aeb78825dd62945f01d11e5669813fc8 PDF Text Text ® f h ojSoco '.".TiiMr - Ti REPORT ON ALUMNI QUESTIONNAIRES �THE ALUM SPRING, 1955 Volume I Entered a at Wilkes as amenc Published quarterly as the Wilkes College Bulletin for the members of the Wilkes College Alumni Association. Offices are located in Chase Hall. Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre. Pennsylvania. -CONTEN' April Showers Ball Alumni Officers Grads Address Careers Conference College Opens Alumni Drive For Funds Columbia Dean Baccalaureate Speaker Herald-Tribune Editor To Address Graduates Cappellini 1955 Homecoming Chairman .. Dr. Mary Craig Retires As English Head Debaters Give College National Publicity College Makes Administration Changes Luetzel Resigns As Alumni President Wilkes Diamond Team Uses Freshman Material Picton Named 1955 Grid Coach Ex-Athletes Organize Lettermen's Club Report On Alumni Questionnaires Chatter About The Campus And Alumni ALUMNI OFFIC Editor and Executive Seer Thomas J. Moran '4S President William Luetzel Vice President Joseph G. Donnelly Norman Cross Secretary Rhuea Williams Culj Members-at-Large Dr. Robert Kerr Willi �THE ALUMNUS Volume I SPRING, 1955 Published quarterly as the Wilkes College Bulletin for the members of the Wilkes College Alumni Association. Offices are located in Chase Hall, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. Number 3 Entered as second-class matter October 12, 1951 at the post office at Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, under the act of August 24, 1912, as amended by the act of August 4, 1947. — CONTENTS — Page 2 April Showers Ball ‘IBS Alumni Officers 3 Grads Address Careers Conference .. 4 College Opens Alumni Drive For Funds . 4 Columbia Dean Baccalaureate Speaker 5 Herald-Tribune Editor To Address Graduates 5 Cappellini 1955 Homecoming Chairman 6 Dr. Mary Craig Retires As English Head 6 Debaters Give College National Publicity 7 College Makes Administration Changes 8 Luetzel Resigns As Alumni President 9 Wilkes Diamond Team Uses Freshman Material 10 Picton Named 1955 Grid Coach 10 Ex-Athletes Organize Lettermen's Club 11 Report On Alumni Questionnaires Chatter About The Campus And Alumni 12, 13. 14 .... 15 ALUMNI OFFICERS Editor and Executive Secretary Thomas J. Moran '49 rmen's 'April Showers Ball Vice President Joseph G. Donnelly Norman Cross President William Luetzel Secretary Rhuea Williams Culp Members-at-Large Dr. Robert Kerr William Griffith Treasurer James Richardson Shirley Salsburg �H 7c College Opens First Drive For Funds Among Members Of Alumni Association Brochures and letters sent out recently from the college and presidents of the past classes at Wilkes College informed members of the Alumni Associa­ tion of the first fund-raising drive aimed at former graduates. In a related announcement recently, Welton G. Farrar, director of development at the college, stated that henceforth the alumni would not be required to pay dues to the association. Farrar's statement to the officers of the Alum­ ni Association read: "Nineteen fifty - five, as you all know by this time, marks the begin­ ning year for annual alumni fund raising efforts at Wilkes. Like all the other colleges conducting similar cam­ paigns, we are concern­ ed with what appears to be a multiplicity of requests for funds. Welton G. Farrar "Many of the older colleges found themselves asking their alumni for dues, payments for the alumni publication, and later on, contributions to assist in the operation of the col­ leges. In many cases this duplication caused con­ fusion and less total revenue for the colleges. Those colleges which are now setting the pace in good re­ lationships with their alumni ceased these overlap­ ping requests some time ago and are consolidating all fund raising efforts involving the alumni into one drive. "Such will be the case with Wilkes and its alumni beginning next year. You have always re­ ceived the alumni publication at no cost. From now on there will be no payment of dues for alumni mem­ bership to the college. There will be, as there has been this year, an alumni appeal. From the numer­ ous opinions expressed by alumni, we gather that this is a step in the right direction." edit' spec June Former Grads Address Careers Conference Three Wilkes alumni were guest speakers at retailing sessions during the recent Careers Confer­ ence. Jacob S. Kovalchek, Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Kovalchek, Andover Street, Wilkes-Barre, headed the list of ex-students who spoke. After his graduation in 1953, Kovalchek accept­ ed a position with Sears, Roebuck, and is now with their Philadelphia operations. At the College he was active in soccer, football, and as a member of the "Harmoneers" quartet. Other alumni who spoke were Barry Iscovitz of Luzerne's Globe Store, and Alfred Eisenpreis of Pomeroy's. The alumni talked briefly of their experiences in the field of retailing. Also addressing the Careers Conference, fifth in a series held each year by the College, was Mrs. Eulah Smith, Isaac Long's advertising manager, and John Gale, merchandising manager for Lazarus De­ partment Store. After a morning coffee hour the high school se­ niors moved to Pickering Hall for films on retailing. Luncheon was available in the College dining hall for those choosing to remain on campus until the afternoon sessions. In the afternoon sessions, Mrs. Smith and Frank B. Burnside, vice president of Fowler, Dick and Walk­ er, discussed opportunities in retailing, and conduct­ ed a question and answer period. It was in the afternoon sessions that the alumni spoke. A tour of a local department store followed. has edu< as Here to Tj year Editc bette ed j Thai intec apa: ecor Fred M. Hechinger Columbia College Dean Speaker At Baccalaureate Principal speaker at the 1955 baccalaureate for Wilkes College graduates will be Harry J. Carman, dean emeritus of Columbia College. The affair will be held on Sunday, June 5, in the college gymnasium. Dean Carman, who has addressed Wilkes groups in the past, has been associated with Colum­ bia University and Columbia College since 1917. He still takes an extremely active part in the faculty and student life at the New York City insti­ tution. He has always been exceptionally popular because of his willingness to participate in student activities and his ability to appreciate and under­ stand student problems. Jacob S. Kovalchek, Jr. Mrs. Eulah Smith Aside from Columbia College, his students and books, Dean Carman's chief interest is his 23-acre dairy farm in upstate New York. �Herald-Tribune Editor Set To Address 1955 Graduates iens First Drive For Funds mhprs Of Alumni Association mt out recently from the e past classes at Wilkes of the Alumni Associa■ drive aimed at former rent recently, Welton G. ent at the college, stated would not be required on. Welton G. Farrar asking their alumni for mi publication, and later the operation of the colduplication caused con: for the colleges. Those ing the pace in good reli ceased these overlapo and are consolidating zing the alumni into one Former Grads Address Careers Conference Three Wilkes alumni were guest speakers at retailing sessions during the recent Careers Confer­ ence. Jacob S. Kovalchek, Jr., son of Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Kovalchek, Andover Street, Wilkes-Barre, headed the list of ex-students who spoke. After his graduation in 1953, Kovalchek accept­ ed a position with Sears, Roebuck, and is now with their Philadelphia operations. At the College he was active in soccer, football, and as a member of the "Harmoneers" quartet. Other alumni who spoke were Barry Iscovitz of Luzerne's Globe Store, and Alfred Eisenpreis of Pomeroy's. The alumni talked briefly of their experiences in the field of retailing. Also addressing the Careers Conference, fifth in a series held each year by the College, was Mrs. Eulah Smith, Isaac Long's advertising manager, and John Gale, merchandising manager for Lazarus De­ partment Store. After a morning coffee hour the high school se­ niors moved to Pickering Hall for films on retailing. Luncheon was available in the College dining hall for those choosing to remain on campus until the afternoon sessions. In the afternoon sessions, Mrs. Smith and Frank B. Bumside, vice president of Fowler, Dick and Walk­ er, discussed opportunities in retailing, and conduct­ ed a question and answer period. It was in the afternoon sessions that the alumni spoke. A tour of a local department store followed. Fred M. Hechinger Columbia College Dean Speaker At Baccalaureate Principal speaker at the 1955 baccalaureate for Wilkes College graduates will be Harry J. Carman, dean emeritus of Columbia College. The affair will be held on Sunday, June 5, in the college gymnasium. Dean Carman, who has addressed Wilkes groups in the past, has been associated with Colum­ bia University and Columbia College since 1917. He still takes an extremely active part in the faculty and student life at the New York City insti­ tution. He has always been exceptionally popular because of his willingness to participate in student activities and his ability to appreciate and under­ stand student problems. ;e with Wilkes and its ■. You have always re­ in at no cost From now of dues for alumni memre will be, as there has ppeal. From the numeralumni, we gather that rection." Fred M. Hechinger, distinguished education editor of the New York Herald Tribune, will be the speaker at the commencement on Monday evening, June 5, at the Wilkes College gymnasium. The 1955 graduating class will hear a man who has gained an outstanding reputation in the field of education and journalism. Mr. Hechinger has worked on such newpapers as "The Times" of London, the Bridgeport (Conn.) Herald and the Washington Post. He is a contributor to This Week magazine and the Saturday Review. A contributor to the Herald Tribune for many years, Mr. Hechinger joined the staff as Education Editor in May, 1950. He believes that the field of education can be better served and understood if it is constantly view­ ed in the wider context of the world as a whole. That is why he writes of education as a vital and integral part of our society, a part of — and never apart from — contemporary social, political and economic conditions. Jacob S. Kovalchek, Jr. Mrs. Eulah Smith Aside from Columbia College, his students and books, Dean Carman's chief interest is his 23-acre dairy farm in upstate New York. Dean Harry J. Carman �Cappellini Named Head Of Homecoming For 1955 Before leaving office, William Luetzel, president, named the following chairmen of events that will highlight the Wilkes College Alumni Association's calendar for the next year: Graduation Party: Raymond Jacobs; Homecoming: Gifford Cappellini; Christmas Dance: Jack Kloeber. Those three affairs have for the past several years been the key events in the Alumni Associa­ tion's program. The success of the trio of affairs has been one of the many bright spots in the history of the as­ sociation during the past decade and has contributed largely to the formation of a strong group. All three events serve as magnets for the alumni who are out of town and seek special dates upon which to re­ turn to the site of their college so as to meet other members of their classes. The Graduation Party will be the first of the three events to take place and that will be Atty. Gifford Cappellini held immediately folfollowing the ceremonies and awarding of degrees. The party will again be held in the City Ameri­ can Legion Home on North River street and members of the association are urged to attend. Nancy Hannye, Wilkes Alumna, Receives Teaching Fellowship Nancy L. Hannye, Wilkes graduate, has receiv­ ed a teaching fellowship at Cornell University. While continuing study for her master's degree, she will commence instruction of undergraduate calculus at the University this semester, it was recently an­ nounced by Thomas R. Richards, chairman of mathe­ matics at the college. This summer she will assist in an Air Force proj­ ect in statistics at Cornell, working with a small electronic brain. If the results of certain theorems are attained, Miss Hannye will use this material and conclusions therefrom for her thesis, completing her work toward her master's degree in mathematics. One of last June's graduates, she was consistently on the Dean's List, served as student assistant in the Wilkes mathematics department. Active in Theta Delta Rho, the German and Edu­ cation clubs, and the Student Council, Miss Hannye was recipient of both the James McKane Award and the Wilkes Faculty Women's Award for outstanding scholastic achievement. She came to Wilkes from Kingston High School where she was a member of the Honor Society, and was granted a scholarship award. Dr. Craig To Leave WC Ending 12% Years Service Dr. Mary E. Craig recently announced her plans to retire at the end of the semester. She has been on the Wilkes faculty for the past twelve and onehalf years. The head of the English department feels that she is commencing a new phase of life in which she can travel abroad to visit her many friends and relatives. In June she plans to sail for Holiday, Eng­ land. and Scotland on the SS. United States. During the past several years. Dr. Craig, who is of English ancestry, has made numerous trips to those countries. After completing her many ambitions, the English Department head hopes to settle in Ohio where she was reared. Dr. Craig feels very Dr. Mary E. Craig optimistic about the progress of Wyoming Valley and Wilkes College of which she has become such a vital part. Miss Craig received her AB degree at Cornell University, and then went on to the University of Chicago where she worked for her Master's degree. She completed the work for her Doctorate at Cornell University. Before coming to Wilkes, Dr. Craig taught at Webs­ ter Reserve University and Beaver College where she was Chairman of the English Department. Being a woman with much interest in education. Dr. Craig belongs to the Modem Language Associa­ tion, the College English Association, and the Cornell University Woman's Club. Tuition Costs Increased To $250 A Semester Tuition will be raised next semester, according to an announcement by Dean of Men George F. Rals­ ton. The 10 dollar increase will make tuition 250 dollars per normal load of credit hours. Ralston and Robert W. Partridge, director of stu­ dent activities, explained that even the raised tuition cannot possibly cover the entire expense involved in operating a school. Our 500 dollars per year tui­ tion is approximately half the amount charged by schools such as Princeton, Tufts, and Bryn Mawr. They went on to explain that private colleges must depend heavily upon gifts from friends in order not to run into deficits. Our increased tuition will still be less than that of other colleges of Wilkes' size. II .» College Gains National Pul Win Many Honors In Varie J By DR. ARTHUR N. KRUGER, Director of Debate When I consider our modest entry into inter­ collegiate debating March 15, 1949, I marvel that six years later, on April 23, 1955, we came within a hair of winning the debating championship of the United States. Looking back for a moment, in that first year we entered only one tournament, at Brook­ lyn College. None of the four boys who made the trip had ever debated or had even heard an inter­ collegiate debate. During the year we had present­ ed about a dozen forum and discussion programs before various high schools and civic organizations. Practice sessions among ourselves constituted the only debating experience the boys received. Never­ theless, that first tournament was an outstanding success in one respect: it proved to us that big schools are beaten just as easily as small ones. For our four victories in eight debates—a feat in itself under the circumstances—we had won over NYU, Stevens Institute of Technology, Boston U., and St. John's, schools three and four and even twenty times our size. Since that time "little Wilkes" has been win­ ning consistently over opposition from all over the country. In six years the team record stands at 206 wins against 99 losses—a little better than 2 out of 3 —for an average of .679. What a contrast between that first season and the one just past! Of the latter, consider the cold statistics alone: number of tournaments entered: 10; total number of debates: 93 (with 2 more with Prince­ ton to wind up the season); squad record: 68 wins, 25 losses; winning percentage: .731; total miles traveled to all events: 5,500; number of different col­ leges met: 62, from 21 different states and Washing­ ton, D.C. Add to this about a half dozen forums be­ fore local groups and you have a forensic program as extensive as that of some of the larger universi­ ties. Now for some of the details. On November 20, with a team composed of two holdovers, Jim Never- as and Jesse C 8 debat, the Top hint of -s of the n bating, touman ing Wa: nament team w the Pri Wilkes for first his hee On journey enced 1 bating recogni Hopkin feating Flanne their ai ficates the pre Dan Fl United their o ment h Oi in an teams Hanov out of won tl out He land c edged �jpellini Named Head Homecoming For 1955 Dr. Craig To Leave WC Ending 12% Years Service :fore leaving office, William Luetzel, president, I the following chairmen of events that will jilt the Wilkes College Alumni Association's .ar for the next year: raduation Party: Raymond Jacobs; imecoming: Gifford CappeUini; rristmas Dance: Jack Kloeber. lose three affairs have for the past several been the key events in the Alumni Associaprogram. The s of the trio of has been one of my bright spots history of the as5n during the ecade and has uted largely to rmation of a group. iree events serve : g n e t s for the who are out of nd seek special pon which to rethe site of their so as to meet lembers of their Dr. Mary E. Craig recently announced her plans to retire at the end of the semester. She has been on the Wilkes faculty for the past twelve and onehalf years. The head of the English department feels that she is commencing a new phase of life in which she can travel abroad to visit her many friends and relatives. In June she plans to sail for Holiday, Eng­ land, and Scotland on the SS. United States. During the past several years. Dr. Craig, who is of English ancestry, has made numerous trips to those countries. After completing her many ambitions, the English Department head hopes to settle in Ohio where she was reared. Dr. Craig feels very Dr. Mary E. Craig optimistic about the progress of Wyoming Valley and Wilkes College of which she has become such a vital part. Miss Craig received her AB degree at Cornell University, and then went on to the University of Chicago where she worked for her Master's degree. She completed the work for her Doctorate at Cornell University. Before coming to Wilkes, Dr. Craig taught at Webs­ ter Reserve University and Beaver College where she was Chairman of the English Department. Being a woman with much interest in education, Dr. Craig belongs to the Modem Language Associa­ tion, the College English Association, and the Cornell University Woman's Club. Graduation Party the first of the events to take tnd that will be Atty. Gifford CappeUini nmediately folig the ceremonies and awarding of degrees. ; party will again be held in the City Ameridon Home on North River street and members - sociation are urged to attend. .annye, Wilkes Alumna, des Teaching Fellowship L. Hannye, Wilkes graduate, has receiv­ eaching fellowship at Cornell University, continuing study for her master's degree, she imence instruction of undergraduate calculus Jniversity this semester, it was recently an1 by Thomas R. Richards, chairman of matheti the college. s summer she will assist in an Air Force projhatislics at Cornell, working with a small ic brain. If the results of certain theorems ined. Miss Hannye will use this material and ons therefrom for her thesis, completing her ward her master's degree in mathematics. >f last June's graduates, she was consistently lean's List, served as student assistant in the mathematics department. ive in Theta Delta Rho, the German and Edulubs, and the Student Council, Miss Hannye ipient of both the James McKane Award and :es Faculty Women's Award for outstanding ic achievement. came to Wilkes from Kingston High School he was a member of the Honor Society, and nted a scholarship award. Tuition Costs Increased To $250 A Semester Tuition will be raised next semester, according to an announcement by Dean of Men George F. Rals­ ton. The 10 dollar increase will make tuition 250 dollars per normal load of credit hours. Ralston and Robert W. Partridge, director of stu­ dent activities, explained that even the raised tuition cannot possibly cover the entire expense involved in operating a school. Our 500 dollars per year tui­ tion is approximately half the amount charged by schools such as Princeton, Tufts, and Bryn Mawr. They went on to explain that private colleges must depend heavily upon gifts from friends in order not to run into deficits. Our increased tuition will still be less than that of other colleges of Wilkes' size. College Gains National Publicity As Debaters Win Many Honors In Variety Of Tournaments By DR. ARTHUR N. KRUGER, Director of Debate When I consider our modest entry into intercoUegiate debating March 15, 1949, I marvel that six years later, on April 23, 1955, we came within a hair of winning the debating championship of the United States. Looking back for a moment, in that first year we entered only one tournament, at Brook­ lyn College. None of the four boys who made the trip had ever debated or had even heard an inter­ collegiate debate. During the year we had present­ ed about a dozen forum and discussion programs before various high schools and civic organizations. Practice sessions among ourselves constituted the only debating experience the boys received. Never­ theless, that first tournament was an outstanding success in one respect: it proved to us that big schools are beaten just as easily as small ones. For our four victories in eight debates—a feat in itself under the circumstances—we had won over NYU, Stevens Institute of Technology, Boston U., and St. John's, schools three and four and even twenty times our size. Since that time "little Wilkes" has been win­ ning consistently over opposition from all over the country. In six years the team record stands at 206 wins against 99 losses—a little better than 2 out of 3 —for an average of .679. What a contrast between that first season and the one just past! Of the latter, consider the cold statistics alone: number of tournaments entered: 10; total number of debates: 93 (with 2 more with Prince­ ton to wind up the season); squad record: 68 wins, 25 losses; winning percentage: .731; total miles traveled to all events: 5,500; number of different col­ leges met: 62, from 21 different states and Washing­ ton, D.C. Add to this about a half dozen forums be­ fore local groups and you have a forensic program as extensive as that of some of the larger universi­ ties. Now for some of the details. On November 20, with a team composed of two holdovers, Jim Never- as and J. Harold "Nick" Flannery, and two novices, Jesse Choper and Bruce Warshal, we won 5 out of 8 debates at the Muhlenberg "Get Acquainted With the Topic" Tournament. On December 11 we got a hint of what was to come later on. On this day, one of the most memorable in the annals of Wilkes de­ bating, two separate Wilkes teams won two separate tournaments. The varsity, with Les Weiner replac­ ing Warshal, won the Bucknell Good Neighbor Tour­ nament, winning 7 out of 8 debates, while the novice team was compiling the only perfect 6-0 record at the Princeton Novice Tournament. To make the Wilkes sweep complete, Flannery won the medal for first speaker at Bucknell, with Neveras close on his heels in third place. On February 4-5 once again two Wilkes squads journeyed to two different tournaments. The experi­ enced two-man team of Neveras and Flannery, de­ bating both sides of the national question on the recognition of Communist China, won the JohnsHopkins Invitational Tournament at Baltimore, de­ feating Princeton in the final round. Once again Flannery was first speaker and Neveras third. For their achievement they not only won trophies, certi­ ficates of excellence, and an extensive coverage in the press but were also singled out by Congressman Dan Flood in a speech made in the Congress of the United States. Meanwhile the novices were holding their own at the varsity Tau Kappa Alpha Tourna­ ment held at NYU by winning 5 out of 8 debates. On February 24-25 came the one spot of gloom in an otherwise bright season. With two two-man teams competing in the Dartmouth Tournament at Hanover, N.H., Wilkes was able to salvage only 4 out of 12 debates. By way of consolation Flannery won the extemporaneous speaking contest, beating out Herzl Spiro of Vermont, the defending New Eng­ land champion. This was the second time he had edged out Spiro, having done so at the Boston Tour(continued after Report on Alumni Questionnaires) �Ralston, Reese and Elliot Key Figures In Administration Changes At College Luetzel Resigns As Alumni President; Honeywell, Vice President, Takes Top Pot The Wilkes College Alumni Association has a new president-—Donald L. Honeywell—-as a result of the resignation of William Luetzel. ta A Luetzel resigned from his post after accepting employment outside of Wyoming Valley. Honey­ well, who previously became vice president when Joseph Donnelly vacated the position, moves into the top spot. It was only a little more than a year ago that Luetzel became president to fill out the unexpired term of Daniel Williams, who, strangely enough, left the post because of new employment. ■ J Honeywell, a member of the 1949 class, was president of the Alumni Association in 1950. Luetzel, in a letter to members, wrote: George F. Ralston John Reese "Today I regretfully submitted a letter of resigna­ tion as President of the Wilkes College Alumni Asso­ ciation to your Alumni Secretary, Mr. Tom Moran. My new job will necessitate moving out of Wyoming Valley as many other people have had to do. Since such a letter does not seem an appropriate vehicle, I am writing this message to acquaint you with the present status of our organization's activities and to express a few personal remarks. George Elliot Two familiar faces on the Wilkes campus—George F. Ralston and Robert Partridge—will be absent next year. "Since their election as vice-president and treasurer respectively of the Association, Messrs. Joseph Donnelly and James Richardson have sub­ mitted their resignations because their work has de­ manded an out-of-town residency. I am pleased to announce the appointment of Donald Honeywell as my new vice-president, and consequently, my suc­ cessor. Considering his fine service, varied experi­ ence and popular following in the Association, I am confident I am leaving the organization in good hands. As yet a new treasurer has not been ap­ pointed. The new appointee's name will be an­ nounced shortly, however. Ralston is taking a year's leave of absence to complete work < his doctorate at Columbia University, while Partridge has accepted teaching position at Kent School for Boys in Connecticut. The scheduled departure of the two prominent athletic officials at the college left many posts to be reassigned. Filling the football post will be Russell Picton, former Colonel and Marine grid star. Picton, who will also handle the executive secretary post for the Alumni Association, was a popular choice to replace Rals­ ton. The two men worked together during the past year on the grid­ iron and have basically the same system of coaching. "Plans have already been initiated for our Senior Reception, Homecoming, and the Christmas Dance. Messrs. Raymond Jacobs, Gifford Cappellini, and Jack Kloeber are the respective chairmen. I hope you will give them your loyal support. The basketball coaching post, vacated by Ralston, has not as yet been filled, but George Elliot, a member of the Economics Department at Wilkes for the past seven years, will be the new dean of men. J An assignment to the post of director of athletics has not as yet been made. John Reese, Kingston High School teacher, who has been handling the Wilkes wrestling team for the past two years, will move to the campus on a fulltime basis to take over Partridge's duties as physical education director and coach of baseball and soccer. Robert Partridge "I feel that I should make some comments upon Alumni support. It still is not what it could be. Please bear in mind that our organization is only as strong as the combined efforts of aR the alumni of Wilkes CoRege. "In 1954 your officers tried to make it more ap­ parent than ever to aR the alumni that each and every alumnus was considered an integral part of the organization. We urged everyone to come to our meetings, to serve on our committees, and/or to help us in any way he could. Considering the re­ sponse we felt we had achieved a fairly high degree William Luetzel Donald L. Hon of success. However, there is a great deal i yet. To maintain a high level of activity, cers and the Association need your consta given spontaneously by each of you. "Keeping a constantly up-to-date file one is very difficult. Our alumni office : reach a point of operation where we she full time secretary and staff working with CoRege. I regret to inform you that Tom D be leaving his office as Alumni Secretary, ed to announce that Picton, another alumn to many of us, will assume full-time dut same capacity. "Nevertheless, no matter how much h ceive from the College, it is up to the Alun forward to help us. The people in the Wi area have a particular responsibility in th Until our Association can reach the orgo development achieved by the Alumni as of the older and larger institutions, the Wi chapter is charged with the task of acting fit for the good of the Association. This i eliminates representation by other chapt dividuals, but instead indicates an expedis demanded to approve and to execute a action deemed advisable in the best inter< "I fervently hope that each and everyc will assume your responsibility by perse gaging in the Association's activities ant In this way only can your officers and the tees learn of your wishes regarding A policy and activity and to carry these ob their fulfillment. "I wish to thank you for your loyal suj interest and desire to help the Association s nue." �, Reese and Elliot Key Figures 2 Administration Changes At College Luetzel Resigns As Alumni President; Honeywell, Vice President, Takes Top Post The Wilkes College Alumni Association has a new president—Donald L. Honeywell—as a result of the resignation of William Luetzel. Luetzel resigned from his post after accepting employment outside of Wyoming Valley. Honey­ well, who previously became vice president when Joseph Donnelly vacated the position, moves into the top spot. J It was only a little more than a year ago that Luetzel became president to fill out the unexpired term of Daniel Williams, who, strangely enough, left the post because of new employment. Honeywell, a member of the 1949 class, was president of the Alumni Association in 1950. Luetzel, in a letter to members, wrote: afsion John Reese "Today I regretfully submitted a letter of resigna­ tion as President of the Wilkes College Alumni Asso­ ciation to your Alumni Secretary, Mr. Tom Moran. My new job will necessitate moving out of Wyoming Valley as many other people have had to do. Since such a letter does not seem an appropriate vehicle, I am writing this message to acquaint you with the present status of our organization's activities and to express a few personal remarks. George Elliot tees on the Wilkes campus—George F. Ralston and "ill be absent next year. "Since their election as vice-president and treasurer respectively of the Association, Messrs. Joseph Donnelly and James Richardson have sub­ mitted their resignations because their work has de­ manded an out-of-town residency. I am pleased to announce the appointment of Donald Honeywell as my new vice-president, and consequently, my suc­ cessor. Considering his fine service, varied experi­ ence and popular following in the Association, I am confident I am leaving the organization in good hands. As yet a new treasurer has not been ap­ pointed. The new appointee's name will be an­ nounced shortly, however. . ■ tar's leave of absence to complete work c-a .. ...la University, while Partridge has accepted <t . mt School for Boys in Connecticut. departure of the two prominent athletic officials at iv posts to be reassigned. oail post will be Russell Picton, former Colonel and 5icton, who will also handle the executive secretary Association, was a popular choice to replace Ralswcrked together during the past year on the gridcally the same system of coaching. "Plans have already been initiated for our Senior Reception, Homecoming, and the Christmas Dance. Messrs. Raymond Jacobs, Gifford Cappellini, and Jack Kloeber are the respective chairmen. I hope you will give them your loyal support. coaching post, vacated by Ralston, has not as yet jrge Elliot, a member of the Economics Department rst seven years, will be the new dean of men. t to the post of director of athletics has not as yet "I feel that I should make some comments upon Alumni support. It still is not what it could be. Please bear in mind that our organization is only as strong as the combined efforts of all the alumni of Wilkes College. igston High School teacher, who has been handling rg team for the past two years, -will move to the re basis to take over Partridge's duties as physical md coach of baseball and soccer. "In 1954 your officers tried to make it more ap­ parent than ever to all the alumni that each and every alumnus was considered an integral part of the organization. We urged everyone to come to our meetings, to serve on our committees, and/or to help us in any way he could. Considering the re­ sponse we felt we had achieved a fairly high degree J Robert Partridge William Luetzel Donald L. Honeywell of success. However, there is a great deal to be done yet. To maintain a high level of activity, your offi­ cers and the Association need your constant support given spontaneously by each of you. "Keeping a constantly up-to-date file on every­ one is very difficult. Our alumni office is soon to reach a point of operation where we shall have a full time secretary and staff working with us at the College. I regret to inform you that Tom Moran will be leaving his office as Alumni Secretary, but pleas­ ed to announce that Picton, another alumnus known to many of us, will assume full-time duties in the same capacity. "Nevertheless, no matter how much help we re­ ceive from the College, it is up to the Alumni to step forward to help us. The people in the Wilkes-Barre area have a particular responsibility in this respect. Until our Association can reach the organizational development achieved by the Alumni associations of the older and larger institutions, the Wilkes-Barre chapter is charged with the task of acting as it sees fit for the good of the Association. This in no way eliminates representation by other chapters or in­ dividuals, but instead indicates an expediency often demanded to approve and to execute a project or action deemed advisable in the best interests of all. "I fervently hope that each and everyone of you will assume your responsibility by personally en­ gaging in the Association's activities and projects. In this way only can your officers and their commit­ tees leam of your wishes regarding Association policy and activity and to carry these objectives to their fulfillment. "I wish to thank you for your loyal support. My interest and desire to help the Association shall conti­ nue." �W" ■ Wilkes Baseball Team Faces Schedule Of Tough Opponents With Frosh Squad The Wilkes College baseball team is enjoying a fair season with an almost entire freshman squad. Bob Partridge, coaching his last Wilkes team before leaving on a new assignment to Kent School for Boys in Connecticut, has the makings of a championship team for 1957 and 1958. "With almost all freshmen," he explained, "and results that are far above expectation, I'd like to be around two years from now to see this combination in action." Members of the squad shown in the above photograph are: first row, left to right, Coach Robert W. Partridge, George "Mo" Batterson, Ronnie Rescigno, Dick Kachinosky, Jim Ferris, Bob Mioduski, Mike Goobic, Joe Parsnik, and Manager Jim Cole­ man. Second Row, Mike Weinberger, Bob Sokol, Vince Groblewski, John Hessler, Sam Shugar, Al Broody, Ed Birnbaum and Larry Pugh. Picton New Grid Coach For Strong '55 Season Russell Picton, former Little All-American grid star from Wilkes College, will handle the football coaching post for the Colo­ nels next season. Picton takes over for George F. Ralston, popu­ lar coach of the Blue and Gold eleven, who will take a year's leave to complete study for his doctorate. Picton, an experienced T-formation specialist, said that he will shift the Colo­ nels more toward the T, but pointed out that he will also concentrate on a sound single-wing alter­ nate combination. Russell Picton Former Wilkes Athletes M To Organize Alumni Letters Wearers of the gold "W" are sprinkled all over the world and in the past month former members of the Wilkes College Lettermen's Club have taken steps to form an organization that would once again unite winners of the varsity "W". Several former lettermen living in the valley have formed plans to organize an Alumni Letter­ men's Club, which would work with the Alumni Association in the strengthening of that organization. A breakfast was held recently in the college cafeteria for all former lettermen. The groundwork for a permanent organization was laid at that ses­ sion and plans were formulated whereby each ex­ letterman will be contacted and informed of the aims of this new organization. Since the lettermen's club was formed in 1946, hundreds have joined the ranks of varsity "W" win­ ners. And during the period in which they were on campus they enjoyed the honor of belonging to the lettermen's club. So many tim Alumni office ha: lettermen asking about forming an athlete to maintai The first mov men's club for a four weeks ago vs Alumni Associatic as Bob Waters, I Yanchunas, Carl and Bob Gorgas c get the club starts Additional in definite plans hav Shown in ths first row: Bob Wc Jack Semmer. St< F. Ralston. �kes Baseball Team Faces Schedule Tough Opponents With Frosh Squad Wilkes College baseball team is enjoying ason with an almost entire freshman squad. Partridge, coaching his last Wilkes team saving on a new assignment to Kent School 5 in Connecticut, has the makings of a nship team for 1957 and 1958. th almost all freshmen," he explained, "and rat are far above expectation, I'd like to be two years from now to see this combination nbers of the squad shown in the above iph are: first row, left to right. Coach Robert ridge, George "Mo" Batterson, Ronnie Re­ Dick Kachinosky, Jim Ferris, Bob Mioduski, oobic, Joe Parsnik, and Manager Jim Colelecond Row, Mike Weinberger, Bob Sokol, Sroblewski, John Hessler, Sam Shugar, Al Ed Birnbaum and Larry Pugh. Picton New Grid Coach For Strong '55 Season Russell Picton, former Little All-American grid star from Wilkes College, will handle the football coaching post for the Colo­ nels next season. Picton takes over for George F. Ralston, popu­ lar coach of the Blue and Gold eleven, who will take a year's leave to complete study for his doctorate. Picton, an experienced T-formation specialist, said that he will shift the Colo­ nels more toward the T, but pointed out that he will also concentrate on a sound single-wing alter­ nate combination. Russell Picton To Organize Alumni Lettermens Club Wearers of the gold "W" are sprinkled all over the world and in the past month former members of the Wilkes College Lettermen's Club have taken steps to form an organization that would once again unite winners of the varsity "W". Several former lettermen living in the valley have formed plans to organize an Alumni Letter­ men's Club, which would work with the Alumni Association in the strengthening of that organization. A breakfast was held recently in the college cafeteria for all former lettermen. The groundwork for a permanent organization was laid at that ses­ sion and plans were formulated whereby each ex­ letterman will be contacted and informed of the aims of this new organization. Since the lettermen's club was formed in 1946, hundreds have joined the ranks of varsity "W" win­ ners. And during the period in which they were on campus they enjoyed the honor of belonging to the lettermen's club. So many times over the last nine years the Alumni office has received messages from former lettermen asking whether anything had been done about forming an organization that would allow the athlete to maintain his relationship with the college. The first move toward the formation of a letter­ men's club for alumni letter winners came about four weeks ago when it was proposed at a regular Alumni Association meeting. Such former lettermen as Bob Waters, Norman Cross, Jack Kloeber, Dom Yanchunas, Carl Strye, Jack Semmer, Russ Picton and Bob Gorgas are backing the initial movement to get the club started. Additional information will be forwarded when definite plans have been completed. Shown in the above photograph, left to right, first row: Bob Waters, Carl Strye, Dom Yanchunas, Jack Semmer. Standing: Norman Cross and George F. Ralston. �Report On Alumni Questionnaires Class of 1935 Ambrose Saricks, now residing at 2010 Tennes­ see Street, Lawrence, Kan., is an assistant professor of history at the University of Kansas. . . . Mrs. Beverly Jones Henderson is living in Hightstown, N.J., and does occasional substitute teaching in Hightstown schools, plus handling correspondence for the Trentonian—Trenton's morning daily news­ paper. Class of 1937 Marie Kopicki is executive secretary for the Packaging Materials Corp., New York City, and re­ sides in Forest Hills. Class of 1938 Dr. Earl James Rhoades is an orthopedic surgeon in New Haven, Conn. . . . He and his wife and son, David, reside at 609 Fountain Street, New Haven. Class of 1939 Dr. Robert M. Kerr is secretary of the Luzerne County Medical Society and taking an active part in the home chapter of the Alumni Association. Class of 1941 Mrs. Irene Sauciunas Santarelli is residing at 27 East Brady Street, West Wyoming, Pa. . . . Dr. John A. Anthony is in charge of the Anesthesia De­ partment of the Pottstown (Pa.) Memorial Hospital. . . . He and his wife, the former Jean I. Stacy, are planning a six-week trip to Europe for next spring. Class of 1942 Now assistant managing director of Pomeroy's, Inc., in Wilkes-Barre, is Alfred Eisenpreis. Class of 1943 Mrs. June Gates Saters dropped a line just to say all was well from way out West in San Antonio, Texas. . . . John P. Heim is area supervisor for the Hercules Powder Company in Lawrence, Kansas. Class of 1944 Ruth Tischler Voelker is residing in Shavertown, Pa., and getting all mail at Box 307. . . . Loretta Farris is slated to receive her master's degree in librarian­ ship in June of this year while on leave from her teaching post at Swoyerville. Class of 1946 Irving M. Bonawitz is employed as a certified public accountant in Chicago, Ill., and expresses wish that Wyoming Valley offered sufficient induce­ ment for he and his family to return. Class of 1947 Lloyd Jones is industrial sales manager for the Roller-Smith Corp, in Bethlehem and president of the Alton Park Lions Club of Allentown. . . . Betty Reese DeBarry writes that her husband have had two happy events—a son and a new home at Oak Hill, Idetown, Pa. . . . Howard A. Trammell is association professor of military science at Vanderbilt University, Nash­ ville, Tenn. Class of 1948 John A. Moss is assistant treasurer of the Shat­ tuck Denn Mining Corporation in New York City. . . . John and his wife, the former Mary Alice Mitchell, have two children, Cassandra, 6, and Victoria, four months. . . . J. S. Gooch is corporation auditor for the Scranton-Spring Brook Water Service in WilkesBarre. ... Joe Pringle, who wlrile as a student was responsible for selecting the name "Colonels" for Wilkes sports teams, is the statistician in charge of office reports for the Pennsylvania State Employment Service in Wilkes-Barre. . . . Daniel Williams, former president of the Alumni Association, is teacliing in Wurzburg, Germany, and writes that other alumni— Bob Miller and Eleanor Kryger—are handling similar assignments there. ... Dr. James F. Roberts, DDS, is in private practice in Plymouth. ... Dr. Douglas M. MacNeal, DDS, has his office at Doylestown, Pa. . . . He is married to the former Kathryn Potter, Wilkes class of 1949. . . . Ralph Carey, prominent member of the student council during undergraduate days, is practicing law in Scranton. Class of 1949 Teaching biology and general science at Hatawan, N.J., is Miss Shirley Jean Rees. . . . Norma Jeanne Persian! is teaching at the Rogers School in Stamford, Conn. . . . John B. Merritt is a salesman for the Philip Carey Manufacturing Company in Beth­ lehem and married to the former Jane Korper, Wilkes class of 1949. . . . They have three girls, Holly, 4; Susan 2'/z; and Patti, 16 months. . . . Kenneth F. Maloney is employed as operations foreman with the Arabian American Oil Company in Ras Tanura, Saudi Arabia. . . . Eleanor E. Krute writes that she is a dealer, chiefly roulette and occasional blackjack, at the Nevada Club, Inc., Reno. . . . She stated, "My two cocker spaniels, Brandy and Champagne, keep me busy when I'm not at work. Would be delighted to see any and all from Wilkes who come out here on vacation. Can provide a thing or two in the way of advice before they try the games. . . . Paul K. Richards is employed by the New Britain Machine Company and works out of Lancaster, Ohio. . . . He is married to the former Judy Bartlebaugh, who at­ tended Wilkes. . . . Andrew Skumanich is employed at the Los Alamos Scientific Laboratory for the Uni­ versity of California. . . . Cost accountant for the Syl­ vania Electric Products is Paul F. DeWitt, working out of Towanda. ... He is married to the former Betty M. Woolcock, BUJC class of 1943. Class of 1950 Donald C. Kivler recently was discharged from the Navy after having put in four years as a person­ nel chief. . . . Gerard P. Finn is executive officer aboard the USS Ortolan and residing in Norfolk, Va. . . . John R. Usaitis is currently serving in the Army. . . . June W. Turley is employed as a research as­ sistant by Pennsylvania State University. . . . Mau­ rice Z. Price is a comptroller for the Hastings Hatch­ ery in Parsensburg, Md. . . . William A. Plummer writes that he is a research assistant at the University of Pittsburgh. . . . Edmund A. Zaremba is in charge of the AnuOiotic Research Laboratory at Childrens Hospital, Washington, D.C. . . . Beverly Van Horn Wheatley is a secretary for E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company, Wilmington, Del., and married to Ed Wheatley, class of 1952. . . . John J. Stofko is mana­ ger of the Mirro Light Paint Factory in Allentown. . . . Frank Paduik is supervisor of the Tung Sol Electric, Inc., in Bloomfield, N.J. . . . Crane Buzby writes that he is in junior executive training with the Eastern Malleable Iron Company at Wilmington. .. . William J. Williams is employed by the Youth for Christ Inter­ national as Chaplain at Miles City, Montana. Boyd and expe degree a: work on tl Shafer, w. at West P engineer j bert Cole junior hig on a clas Air Force accountar N.Y., is D gineering sion, U. S. is current Episcopal Class of 1951 Dorot secretary executive in Lansdc the Air Fc Isabel Ed ley Girl £ the Bapti E. Howel of Genert is windir gineering is in Ger Bill Morg N.J. . . . at the Vu Frey is 1 ... Bob C with the Betty Rebennack Hibler is supervisor of physical therapy at Carrie Tingley Hospital in Truth or Con­ sequences, New Mexico. . . . Robert E. Nielsen is a technical aide for the Bell Telephone Laboratories in Murray Hill, N.J. . . . William Kashatus is a chem­ ist in the physiology department at the Army Medical Research Institute at Fort Knox, Ky. . . . Harold Graboske is serving in the Army at Fort Monmouth, N.J. . . . Olin W. Evans, Jr., is working for his doctorate at Pennsylvania State University. . . . Robert Eltus is a plant accountant for Coming Glass Works at Corning, N.Y. . . . Sanford Cohen is vice president of the Ed­ ward I. Plottle Company at Scranton. . . . Harold Hymen is secretary to the manager of the engineer­ ing laboratory at the International Business Machines Corp., Endicott, N.Y. ... Ed Bacheson is employed as an aeronautical hydraulic designer for Republic Aviation Corp., Farmingdale, Long Island. Jim J .. . Elain son City, is Lucy mathemi .. . Lewi; as a sec High Sc Wyomin Thelma Academ Ed V enz Vale, m mathem working �Report On Alumni Questionnaires Class of 1935 anbrose Saricks, now residing at 2010 Tennestreet, Lawrence, Kan., is an assistant professor story at the University of Kansas. . . . Mrs. ly Jones Henderson is living in Hightstown, and does occasional substitute teaching in stown schools, plus handling correspondence e Trentonian—Trenton's morning daily news- Class of 1937 larie Kopicki is executive secretary for the tging Materials Corp., New York City, and re­ in Forest Hills. Class of 1938 t. Earl James Rhoades is an orthopedic surgeon w Haven, Conn. . . . He and his wife and son, 1, reside at 609 Fountain Street, New Haven. Class of 1939 •r. Robert M. Kerr is secretary of the Luzerne :v Medical Society and taking an active part come chapter of the Alumni Association. Class of 1941 ■Irs. Irene Sauciunas Santarelli is residing at ... Brady Street, West Wyoming, Pa. . . . Dr. J_, Anthony is in charge of the Anesthesia Delin: :t the Pottstown (Pa.) Memorial Hospital. ana his wife, the former Jean I. Stacy, are ,n.g a six-week trip to Europe for next spring. Class of 1942 low assistant managing director of Pomeroy's, in Wilkes-Barre, is Alfred Eisenpreis. Class of 1943 its. June Gates Saters dropped a line just to 11 was well from way out West in San Antonio, >. . . . John P. Heim is area supervisor for the des Powder Company in Lawrence, Kansas. Class of 1944 luth Tischler Voelker is residing in Shavertown, nd getting all mail at Box 307. . . . Loretta Farris ted to receive her master's degree in librarian­ in June of this year while on leave from her ing post at Swoyerville. Class of 1946 rving M. Bonawitz is employed as a certified c accountant in Chicago, Ill., and expresses wish that Wyoming Valley offered sufficient induce­ ment for he and his family to return. Class of 1947 Lloyd Jones is industrial sales manager for the Roller-Smith Corp, in Bethlehem and president of the Alton Park Lions Club of Allentown. . . . Betty Reese DeBarry writes that her husband have had two happy events—a son and a new home at Oak Hill, Idetown, Pa. . . . Howard A. Trammell is association professor of military science at Vanderbilt University, Nash­ ville, Tenn. Class of 1948 John A. Moss is assistant treasurer of the Shat­ tuck Denn Mining Corporation in New York City. . . . John and his wife, the former Mary Alice Mitchell, have two children, Cassandra, 6, and Victoria, four months. . . . J. S. Gooch is corporation auditor for the Scranton-Spring Brook Water Service in WilkesBarre. ... Joe Pringle, who while as a student was responsible for selecting the name "Colonels" for Wiikes sports teams, is the statistician in charge of office reports for the Pennsylvania State Employment Service in Wilkes-Barre. . . . Daniel Williams, former president of the Alumni Association, is teaching in Wurzburg, Germany, and writes that other alumni— Bob Miller and Eleanor Kryger—are handling similar assignments there. . . . Dr. James F. Roberts, DDS, is in private practice in Plymouth. . . . Dr. Douglas M. MacNeal, DDS, has his office at Doylestown, Pa. . . . He is married to the former Kathryn Potter, Wilkes class of 1949. . . . Ralph Carey, prominent member of the student council during undergraduate days, is practicing law in Scranton. Class of 1949 Teaching biology and general science at Hatawan, N.J., is Miss Shirley Jean Rees. . . . Norma Jeanne Persiani is teaching at the Rogers School in Stamford, Conn. . . . John B. Merritt is a salesman for the Philip Carey Manufacturing Company in Beth­ lehem and married to the former Jane Korper, Wilkes class of 1949. . . . They have three girls, Holly, 4; Susan 2'/z; and Patti, 16 months. . . . Kenneth F. Maloney is employed as operations foreman with the Arabian American Oil Company in Has Tanura, Saudi Arabia. . . . Eleanor E. Krute writes that she is a dealer, chiefly roulette and occasional blackjack, at the Nevada Club, Inc., Reno. . . . She stated, "My two cocker spaniels, Brandy and Champagne, keep me busy when I'm not at work. Would be delighted to see any and all from Wilkes who come out here on vacation. Can provide a thing or two in the way of advice before they try the games. . . . Paul K. Richards is employed by the New Britain Machine Company and works out of Lancaster, Ohio. ... He is married to the former Judy Bartlebaugh, who at­ tended Wilkes. . . . Andrew Skumanich is employed at the Los Alamos Scientific Laboratory for the Uni­ versity of California. . . . Cost accountant for the Syl­ vania Electric Products is Paul F. DeWitt, working out of Towanda. ... He is married to the former Betty M. Woolcock, BUJC class of 1943. Class of 1950 Donald C. Kivler recently was discharged from the Navy after having put in four years as a person­ nel chief. . . . Gerard P. Finn is executive officer aboard the USS Ortolan and residing in Norfolk, Va. . . . John R. Usaitis is currently serving in the Army. . . . June W. Turley is employed as a research as­ sistant by Pennsylvania State University. . . . Mau­ rice Z. Price is a comptroller for the Hastings Hatch­ ery in Parsensburg, Md. . . . William A. Plummer writes that he is a research assistant at the University of Pittsburgh. . . . Edmund A. Zaremba is in charge of the Amioiotic Research Laboratory at Childrens Hospital, Washington, D.C. . . . Beverly Van Horn Wheatley is a secretary for E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Company, Wilmington, Del., and married to Ed Wheatley, class of 1952. . . . John J. Stofko is mana­ ger of the Mirza Light Paint Factory in Allentown. . . . Frank Paduik is supervisor of the Tung Sol Electric, Inc., in Bloomfield, N.J. . . . Crane Buzby writes that he is in junior executive training with the Eastern Malleable Iron Company at Wilmington. .. . William J. Williams is employed by the Youth for Christ Inter­ national as Chaplain at Miles City. Montana. Class of 1951 Betty Rebennack Hibler is supervisor of physical therapy at Carrie Tingley Hospital in Truth or Con­ sequences, New Mexico. . . . Robert E. Nielsen is a technical aide for the Bell Telephone Laboratories in Murray Hill, N.J. . . . William Kashatus is a chem­ ist in the physiology department at the Army Medical Research Institute at Fort Knox, Ky. . . . Harold Graboske is serving in the Army at Fort Monmouth, N.J. . . . Olin W. Evans, Jr., is working for his doctorate at Pennsylvania State University. . . . Robert Eltus is a plant accountant for Coming Glass Works at Corning, N.Y. . . . Sanford Cohen is vice president of the Ed­ ward I. Plottie Company at Scranton. . . . Harold Hymen is secretary to the manager of the engineer­ ing laboratory at the International Business Machines Corp., Endicott, N.Y. ... Ed Bacheson is employed as an aeronautical hydraulic designer for Republic Aviation Corp., Farmingdale, Long Island. Class of 1952 Boyd Earl is teaching mathematics at Forty Fort and expects to work this summer on his master's degree at Bucknell University. . . . Also slated to work on the MA this summer at Bucknell is J. Richard Shafer, who is teaching history in junior high school at West Pittston. . . . Carl Strye is a junior industrial engineer for Hess Goldsmith in Wilkes-Barre. ... Al­ bert Cole is handling teaching assignments at the junior high school in Easton, Pa. . . . Bob Sanders is on a classified assignment with the Army at Clark Air Force Base, Philippines. . . . Working as a cost accountant with General Electric at Johnson City, N.Y., is Don Law. . . . And Al Hughes is in the en­ gineering department of the American Bridge Divi­ sion, U. S. Steel Corp., Ambridge, Pa. ... Joe Falzone is currently attending theological seminary for the Episcopal ministry. Class of 1953 Dorothy Hamaker is a medical assistant and secretary in Harrisburg. ... J. W. Reynolds is an executive with the Boy Scout movement and living in Lansdowne, Pa. . . . John Witinski is a clerk with the Air Force at Niagara Falls Municipal Airport. . . . Isabel Ecker is district director for the Wyoming Val­ ley Girl Scout Council. . . . Reverend Earl Kohl is at the Baptist Tabernacle in Wilkes-Barre. . . . Joseph E. Howell has the accounting duties in one division of General Electric at Johnson City. . . . Bill Veroski is winding up his studies for a degree in civil en­ gineering at Bucknell University. . . . And John Moore is in Germany with the Army. . . . Also in khaki is Bill Morgan who is an instructor at Fort Monmouth, N.J. . . . Elizabeth Champlin Parsons is a secretary at the Vulcan Iron Works in Wilkes-Barre. . . . Martin Frey is handling the X-ray for the Army in Europe. . . . Bob Croker is writing insurance in New York City with the C. B. Beardsley Co. Class of 1954 Jim Moss is a student at Colgate Divinity School. ... Elaine Law is teaching elementary school at John­ son City. . . . Instructing in nursing at Nesbitt Hospital is Lucy Johnson Liggett. . . . Art Taylor is teaching mathematics at North Plainfield (N.J.) High School. . . . Lewis Giuliani writes that he is enjoying his work as a secondary science teacher at Wisconisco (Pa.) High School. . . . George Elias is teaching at the Wyoming Seminary Day School in Forty Fort. . . . Thelma Ruth Williams is a student at the American Academy of Mortuary Science, New York City. . . . Ed Venzel is supervisor of music at Pittston. . . . John Vale, married to Norma Lou Carey, '52, is teaching mathematics at Waverly, N.Y. . . . Eugene Phillips is working for an electrical degree at Bucknell Univer- �REPORT - continued sity. . . . E. James Phillips is a corporation secretary in the Wyoming Valley. . . . William Paparoski is working for Sears, Roebuck in Binghamton, N.Y. . . . And Danny Ungvarsky is a test engineer for Power Generators, Inc., Trenton, NJ. . . . George Modrak is a sales representative for the Klenzoid Corp., in Wilkes-Barre. . . . Edward A. Laux is a sergeant with the U. S. Military Academy Band at West Point. . . . And Alan Bare is stationed with the Army at Fort Monmouth, N.J. A Letter From The Alur Dear Friends: DEBA TING - This is the last time that I will be writing to you as your alt continued nament the previous year, when he placed second to Spiro's third. Also, a new Wilkes star loomed on the horizon when Choper finished as third speaker in the Tournament. On March 11-12 the team held its own at the DAPC Tournament, held in Meadville this year, by winning 6 out of 10 debates. Flannery won the State extemp championship for the second consecu­ tive year, an unparalleled feat, and Virginia Brehm, a freshman, placed fourth in the Women's oratory contest. The Dartmouth loss was apparently a tonic for the Neveras-Flannery combination, for on March 2526 they won the District VII Elimination Tournament, held this year at St. Peter's College in Jersey City, with a 10-2 record, edging out St. Joseph's of Phila­ delphia. Four teams won the right to represent District VII, which comprises an area of six states and Washington, D.C., in the Nationals held annual­ ly at West Point. Riding the crest of victory, the boys flew out to South Bend, Indiana, and won the Rev. William A. Bolger Memorial Trophy, the largest debate trophy in the country and emblematic of victory in the Notre Dame National Invitational Tournament, considered by many to be the toughest in the country next to the Nationals and drawing some of the top district teams from 17 states. Going into the semi-final round with a 6-0 record, they defeated Kansas State and made the sweep complete in the final against Ver­ mont, winner of the District VIII Tournament and a quarter finalist in both this and last year's National Tournament at West Point. Spiro, number one at the Nationals last year, edged out Flannery by 2 points for first speaker. Flannery, however, outscored him in the final round to wind up with the highest aggregate point total but had to be content with a certificate of excellence rather than the first place plaque which was awarded on the basis of the first 6 rounds. However, the boys were quite content with the two trophies they brought back for winning the tournament. Going into the Nationals at West Point, April 2023, the Wilkes team of Neveras and Flannery, on the basis of its season record, was reputed to be "the team to beat." And thus it turned out. Leading the field after the first 6 rounds of debate with the only unblemished record, the boys easily qualified for the round of 16. In their victorious stage they had beaten Abilene Christian of Texas, San Diego State, previously undefeated Dartmouth, Illinois State, and Wisconsin State, and finally Kansas, the defending champions of the previous year. At this point they had won 20 straight debates against the toughest competition in the nation. In the first quali- Picton, well known for his athletic ability and even more so for fying round the boys defeated Southwest Missouri in a close debate. In the quarter-finals they received all 7 ballots against Penn State and in the semi-finals 8 of 9 ballots against Wake Forest. In the final round, for the championship of the United States, Wilkes lost to Alabama by the margin of a single judge, the vote being 5 to 4 for the Southern school. In aggregate speaker points, Wilkes received 823 to 826 for Alabama, truly a close debate and a tremen­ dous achievement for the smallest school ever to qualify for the Tournament. No review of the season would be complete without some special mention of the two seniors, Neveras and Flannery, who have done so much to put Wilkes on the debating map. Individually, they finished 7th and 25th speaker, respectively, at the National Tournament, no mean feat in itself, but as a team they were well nigh invincible. Paired in 5 two-man tournaments this year and in 4 last, they compiled the amazing record of 58 wins and lost 11, and last year they won 24 while losing 9. Individual­ ly, for all tournaments, Nick in only two years as a debater wound up his career with a record of 76 wins against 25 losses for .752, while Jim, in 4 years, compiled a 95-40 record for .704. Two years ago Jim also won a medal for 2nd place in the State ora­ tory contest. One other member of the squad, Jesse Choper, is deserving of special praise. Not only did Jesse provide Jim and Nick with keen competition and sharpen them up in intersquad practice debates, but in his first year as a debater he participated in 5 tournaments and won 18 of 24 debates for an average of .750. Jesse has a great future. In stressing the winning record of Wilkes debate teams, we must not lose sight of the fact that debat­ ing is primarily an educational activity, one of the finest there is for training students to become leaders in whatever field they choose to enter. It is no acci­ dent that approximately 50% of those appearing in Who's Who were former college debaters. Winning merely provides the motive to achieve excellence. And while it is true that Wilkes debaters have had their share of victories, it is also true that, without exception, they have gone on after college to achieve the same degree of excellence in their chosen fields. Many names come to mind—Faneck, Maisel, Kem­ merer, Davis, Eisenstein, Murtha, and Gates, to men­ tion a few. And certainly the future looks bright for Neveras, who has been chosen for the Executive Training Program of the Federal Reserve, and for Flannery, who has been accepted by the University of Pennsylvania Law School. The debaters have done well not only for the college they represent but also for themselves; and this, after all, is the best reward for a teacher of debate. manner will take over the chores of the Alumni Office as your f It is with the deepest regret that I pass from this office as alu nus, but it is a move that is eased by the firm knowledge that the i when it not only recognizes the need for a fulltime secretary but i With a potential membership of 2,000, the Wilkes College 1 to the institution as well as itself. That obligation is no differen tions in other institutions are responsible. For as long as I can re —especially from this office—have been allowed complete freedo tion on the part of the college for a major financial return. For a decade, during which I served in one capacity or anotf division, I have watched the president and board of trustees of 1 with the building of the organization that all knew would one day Now, the time has come. The Alumni Association has had i bers have been allowed to establish themselves firmly in their r Alumni members to return a dividend on the college's long-time and graduates later. With the establishing of Mr. Picton as the fulltime secretary alumni relations more on an adult level, whereas previously it v to former student basis. In leaving the post, I would like to appeal to you to offer yo and everything it stands for. Help it grow so that future gener an even more wonderful community college. With kindest personal regards, Execut �SPORT - continued a sales representative for the Klenzoid Corp., in Wilkes-Barre. . . . Edward A. Laux is a sergeant with the U. S. Military Academy Band at West Point. . . . And Alan Bare is stationed with the Army at Fort Monmouth, N.J. . . E. James Phillips is a corporation secretary s Wyoming Valley. . . . William Paparoski is ng for Sears, Roebuck in Binghamton, N.Y. . . . Danny Ungvarsky is a test engineer for Power rators, Inc., Trenton, N.J. . . . George Modrak is Dear Friends: EBA TING - continued mt the previous year, when he placed second liro's third. Also, a new Wilkes star loomed on lorizon when Choper finished as third speaker s Tournament. Dn March 11-12 the team held its own at the C Tournament, held in Meadville this year, by ing 6 out of 10 debates. Flannery won the : extemp championship for the second consecuyear, an unparalleled feat, and Virginia Brehm, shman, placed fourth in the Women's oratory sst. The Dartmouth loss was apparently a tonic for 'Jeveras-Flannery combination, for on March 25ley won the District VII Elimination Tournament, this year at St. Peter's College in Jersey City, a 10-2 record, edging out St. Joseph's of Philahia. Four teams won the right to represent ict VH. which comprises an area of six states Washington, D.C., in the Nationals held annualt West Point Riding the crest of victory, the boys flew out to Bend, Indiana, and won the Rev. William A. ■er Memorial Trophy, the largest debate trophy country and emblematic of victory in the Notre re National Invitational Tournament, considered many to be the toughest in the country next to Nationals and drawing some of the top district ns from 17 states. Going into the semi-final round : a 6-0 record, they defeated Kansas State and ie the sweep complete in the final against Verit, winner ol the District VIII Tournament and a rter finalist in both this and last year's National moment at West Point. Spiro, number one at Nationals last year, edged out Flannery by 2 its for first speaker. Flannery, however, outred him in the final round to wind up with the hest aggregate point total but had to be content a a certificate of excellence rather than the first ce plaque which was awarded on the basis of the t 6 rounds. However, the boys were quite content h the two trophies they brought back for winning tournament. Going into the Nationals at West Point, April 20the Wilkes team of Neveras and Flannery, on the sis of its season record, was reputed to be "the m to beat." And thus it fumed out. Leading the d after the first 6 rounds of debate with the only blemished record, the boys easily qualified for i round of 16. In their victorious surge they had aten Abilene Christian of Texas, San Diego ite, previously undefeated Dartmouth, Illinois ite, and Wisconsin State, and finally Kansas, the fending champions of the previous year. At this int they had won 20 straight debates against the rghest competition in the nation. In the first quali- fying round the boys defeated Southwest Missouri in a close debate. In the quarter-finals they received all 7 ballots against Penn State and in the semi-finals 8 of 9 ballots against Wake Forest. In the final round, for the championship of the United States, Wilkes lost to Alabama by the margin of a single judge, the vote being 5 to 4 for the Southern school. In aggregate speaker points, Wilkes received 823 to 826 for Alabama, truly a close debate and a tremen­ dous achievement for the smallest school ever to qualify for the Tournament. No review of the season would be complete without some special mention of the two seniors, Neveras and Flannery, who have done so much to put Wilkes on the debating map. Individually, they finished 7th and 25th speaker, respectively, at the National Tournament, no mean feat in itself, but as a team they were well nigh invincible. Paired in 5 two-man tournaments this year and in 4 last, they compiled the amazing record of 58 wins and lost 11, and last year they won 24 while losing 9. Individual­ ly, for all tournaments, Nick in only two years as a debater wound up his career with a record of 76 wins against 25 losses for .752, while Jim, in 4 years, compiled a 95-40 record for .704. Two years ago Jim also won a medal for 2nd place in the State ora­ tory contest. One other member of the squad, Jesse Choper, is deserving of special praise. Not only did Jesse provide Jim and Nick with keen competition and sharpen them up in intersquad practice debates, but in his first year as a debater he participated in 5 tournaments and won 18 of 24 debates for an average of .750. Jesse has a great future. In stressing the winning record of Wilkes debate teams, we must not lose sight of the fact that debat­ ing is primarily an educational activity, one of the finest there is for training students to become leaders in whatever field they choose to enter. It is no acci­ dent that approximately 50% of those appearing in Who's Who were former college debaters. Winning merely provides the motive to achieve excellence. And while it is true that Wilkes debaters have had their share of victories, it is also true that, without exception, they have gone on after college to achieve the same degree of excellence in their chosen fields. Many names come to mind—Faneck, Maisel, Kem­ merer, Davis, Eisenstein, Murtha, and Gates, to men­ tion a few. And certainly the future looks bright for Neveras, who has been chosen for the Executive Training Program of the Federal Reserve, and for Flannery, who has been accepted by the University of Pennsylvania Law School. The debaters have done well not only for the college they represent but also for themselves; and this, after all, is the best reward for a teacher of debate. This is the last time that I will be writing to you as your alumni secretary. As of June 15, Russell Picton, well known for his athletic ability and even more so for his fine personality and easy-going manner will take over the chores of the Alumni Office as your fulltime secretary. It is with the deepest regret that I pass from this office as alumni secretary and editor of The Alum­ nus, but it is a move that is eased by the firm knowledge that the college is moving in the right direction when it not only recognizes the need for a fulltime secretary but does something about it. With a potential membership of 2,000, the Wilkes College Alumni Association has an obligation to the institution as well as itself. That obligation is no different than those for which alumni associa­ tions in other institutions are responsible. For as long as I can remember, we in the alumni association —especially from this office—have been allowed complete freedom of operation, without any expecta­ tion on the part of the college for a major financial return. For a decade, during which I served in one capacity or another in the Association's administrative division, I have watched the president and board of trustees of Wilkes College cooperate 100 per cent with the building of the organization that all knew would one day be called upon to stand on its own feet. Now, the time has come. The Alumni Association has had ample time to come of age. Its mem­ bers have been allowed to establish themselves firmly in their respective fields. Now it is time for the Alumni members to return a dividend on the college's long-time investment in them as students first and graduates later. With the establishing ol Mr. Picton as the fulltime secretary, the college is ready to conduct its alumni relations more on an adult level, whereas previously it was conducted more or less on a college to former student basis. In leaving the post, I would like to appeal to you to offer your wholehearted support to the college and everything it stands for. Help it grow so that future generations of Wilkes students will enjoy an even more wonderful community college. With kindest personal regards, Executive Alumni Secretary �� Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumni Magazine, 1947-present Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Description An account of the resource <p>An archive of Wilkes University Magazine, from 1947-present. The magazine went through various names including <em>Wilkes Alumnus</em>, <em>Wilkes Quarterly,</em> <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, and the current title, <em>Wilkes Magazine</em>. Some editions for the <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, will have multiple issues within the file record. Our holdings may be missing editions for certain years due to having no physical copy within the collection. </p> Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Wilkes University Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Wilkes University Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Wilkes University Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1947-present Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumnus Spring 1955 Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Marketing and Communications Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Spring 1955 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Magazine https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/6b80b86cb4f62a1d10a60d35dee2465d.pdf 83325c66509a1c76335c0e5c74857d2b PDF Text Text WILKES-BARRE, PENNSYLVANIA FALL 19 5 5 EIOWSCOWOW HSSOTB �THE ALUMNUS FALL, 1955 Volume 2 Published quarterly as The Alumnus lor the members of the Wil Association, whose offices are located in Chase Hall. Wilkes Co. Pennsylvania. Application for entry as second class mat. fi Message at HoBewBmg Tine FROM YOUR ALUMNI SECRETARY — CONTENTS - — Russell Picton A Message at Homecoming Time, by Russell picton Public Relations, Alumni Office in Chase Hall t "Millie" Gittens Notes Wilkes' Changing Scene Dear Friends, As your newly appointed alumni secretary, I would like to take this opportunity to tell you that I am pleased to be associated with you and the col­ lege. I feel, as certainly you must, that Wilkes is a rapidly growing college and it is good to be con­ nected with such a strong, worthy institution. We all take pride in the college's growth and develop­ ment because it reflects a little upon us and we feel a very close relationship with it. However, few of us realize that we must play an important role in its continued growth and welfare. Until this year, the college has asked nothing of us. Now it is necessary for our college, as it is for all colleges to look to their alumni for support both in recruiting new students and in a financial capa­ city. In the near future we plan to start a program that will keep you informed of all that is taking place here. From time to time, besides receiving the Alum­ nus, you will receive briefs that will point out to you the rapid growth of our school in enrollment, build- New Additions to Wilkes Campus ings, staff needs, and all other related affairs. By knowing your college and all that it has come to mean both locally and nationally, the college is con­ fident that your pride in it will grow correspondingly and you will want to be a part of it. Class of ‘55 Presents College with Insurance Worth S15.00 Our Alumni Association must grow and only you can aid the situation by joining your local chap­ ter, starting new ones, or where there are just a few of you, meeting some evenings for an old fashioned get-together to renew old ties. Wilkes College Homecoming Schedule The value of a strong alumni to a college is im­ measurable. Football and Soccer Squads for '55 I hope that you will all stop and consider how much you can aid Wilkes College and then act ac­ cordingly in the future. Optimism Watchword for Fall Seasons On the Cover First Meeting of Year Draws Large Group Committees Work Hard on Homecoming Plans Alumni Lettermen Constitution Ready for Ratification Grads Fill Athletic, Public Relations Posts Yours for a strong alumni, Many New Faces on Faculty This Year I Here and There with the Alumni Executive Alumni Secretary Alumni Record (Questionnaire) Public Relations, Alumni Office In Chase Hall The third floor of Chase Hall is now the operating center of public relations and alumni affairs. The one-time girls' lounge has been converted into a modern and completely equipped office with new desks, files and entirely modern addressing system for all mailings. paigns for both the annual alumni fund and the scholarship fund campaign. An office staff of five is working diligently to organize the office into a smoothly functioning unit that will handle all alumni records and affairs. The office staff v/ill also handle the development Cam- During Homecoming weekend drop up to see the office. We will be happy and pleased to show you the steps that have been taken to assure you alumni of greater contact with and more information about our college. ALUMNI OFFICERS Editor and Executive Secretary Russell R. Picton '55 The new office has come about as a result of the college's interest in the development of the alumni into an organization that will take a greater part in the growth of the college. Vice President Norman Cross President Donald Honeywell Secretary Rhuea Williams Culp Members-at-Large Dr. Robert Kerr William G: �THE ALUMNUS Publishcd quarterly as The Alumnus lor the members ol the Wilkes College Alumni Association, whoso oilices are located in Chase Hail, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Bane, Pennsylvania. Application lor entry as second class matter is pending. 1 Message at Homecoming Time FROM YOUR ALUMNI SECRETARY — CONTENTS — — Russell Picton A Message at Homecoming Time, by Russell Picton pointed alumni secretary, I opportunity to tell you that rioted with you and the col• you must, that Wilkes is a and it is good to be conng, worthy institution. We .eye's growth and develop­ er little upon us and we feel p .i... However, few of play an important role in its elfare. rollege has asked nothing of ■ for cur college, as it is for ■sir alumni for support both its and in a financial capave plan to start a program ed ci ail that is taking place resides receiving the Alumsis '.hat vzill point cut to you school in enrollment, build- Number 1 FALL, 1955 Volume 2 Page 2 Public Relations, Alumni Office in Chase Hall — 2 New Additions to Wilkes Campus 4 "Millie" Gittens Notes Wilkes' Changing Scene 5 Class of '55 Presents College with Insurance Worth S15,000 .... 5 On the Cover 5 First Meeting of Year Draws Large Group 6 Our Alumni Association must grow and only you can aid the situation by joining your local chap­ ter, starting new ones, or where there are just a few of you. meeting some evenings for an old fashioned get-together to renevz old ties. Wilkes College Homecoming Schedule 6 Committees Work Hard on Homecoming Plans 7 Alumni Lettermen Constitution Ready for Ratification 8 The value of a strong alumni to a college is im­ measurable. Football and Soccer Sguads for '55 9 Optimism Watchword for Fall Seasons 9 ings, staff needs, and all other related affairs. By knowing your college and all that it has come to mean both locally and nationally, the college is con­ fident that your pride in it will grow correspondingly and you will want to be a part of it. I hope that you vzill all stop and consider how much you can aid Wilkes College and then act ac­ cordingly in the future. Yours for a strong alumni. Executive Alumni Secretary Grads Fill Athletic, Public Relations Posts 10 Many New Faces on Faculty This Year 11 Here and There with the Alumni 13 Alumni Record (Questionnaire) 15 16 Relations, Alumni Office In Chase Hall rse Hall is now the operating s and alumni affairs. The tas been converted into a equipped office with new modern addressing system ve is working diligently to c smoothly functioning unit ni records and affairs. The idle the development cam- ALUMNI OFFICERS paigns for both the annual alumni fund and the scholarship fund campaign. Editor and Executive Secretary Russell R. Picton '55 The new office has come about as a result of the college's interest in the development of the alurnni into an organization that will take a greater part in the growth of the college. During Homecoming weekend drop up to see the office. We vzill be happy and pleased to show you the steps that have been taken to assure you alumni of greater contact with and more information about our college. Vice President Norman Cross President Donald Honeywell Secretary Rhuea Williams Culp Mombers-at-Large Dr. Robert Kerr William Griffith Treasurer James Richardson Shirley Salsburg Wilkes College Hom �New Additions To Wilkes Campus "Millie" Gittens Notes Wilkes' Changing Scene (Perhaps no one can better describe or tell you about our college than Millie Gittens. She has seen it in its infancy and now in its near-maturity. She has ben a part of its growth. — Editor.) A MEMO FROM MILLIE It has been a long time since I’ve said hello to most of you and I want you to know how happy it makes me feel when I hear of the many wonderful things you are doing since your leaving Wilkes Col­ lege. After eight long years (but happy ones) the book­ store is to reach a new level — from the basement of Chase Hall to the first floor rear of Harding House, one of our recently acquired buildings at 141 South Franklin Street. By the time Homecoming rolls around, the bookstore will be welcoming not only our present student body but also all of you who will be back on campus for the big celebration. The expected increase in enrollment that is due to confront all educational institutions during the next twenty years is causing a great deal of expan­ sion in most of the colleges and universities through­ out the country. Already feeling the first pressure, Wilkes has enlarged the old dining room by linking to it the Kirby garage with an additional extension that will enable between five hundred and five hundred and fifty students to be accommodated at one time. The new extension to the dining room will be two stories high and will join the old cafeteria and the completely renovated Kirby garage. Construct­ ed of brick and steel, the new structure is 42 feet long and parallels the walk from the cafeteria entrance to the Kirby Hall library. Large picture windows beautify the exterior and furnish the interior with ample light. Huge round cherry tables and Federal chairs enable eight students to dine together at one table. Knotty pine paneling and colorful modernistic wall paper complete the attractive picture. The first floor has additional dining area and also has a reception lounge and large rest rooms. The entire renovation is due to be completed by October 15. The bottom level of the original cafeteria will be used to serve the increasing number of resident students with a spacious dining area. The other three segments will be used by the day students. When the structure is completely equipped with stainless steel serving tables and lounge facilities, the estimated cost to the college will be $110,000. The dining area for the school will now be large enough to accommodate the expected future increase in enrollment. There is a new spirit on campus these days. You can sense it in the excited talk of the freshmen as well as the upperclassmen when they meet to­ gether in the newly enlarged and modem cafeteria in back of Chase Hall. You just can't imagine all of the wonderful changes that make all of us here take pride in being part of our growing college which, incidentally, is rated academically among the top five in the state. (So you see, they just had to expand the bookstore!) Class of '55 Presents College With Insurance Worth $15,000 Mil There has always store — and in my he of you. There will a heart of Wilkes Collei It will make us here fi turn as often as possi college. The kids h through your efforts < pect and realize a be' ties at the college. I wanted to writ! the college since I fe« that reason I thought me Wilkes College is alumni. I am looking fo: coming or at any time A promise for the future— The acquisition of the former home of Mr. and Mrs. M. J. McLaughlin Jr., 170 South River Street now raises the number of buildings owned by the college to twenty-five. The new building, named the Daniel Roberts Warner Hall, will be the sixth dormitory on the campus. The addition of this building now means that only four residences between West Northampton and West South Streets are not owned by Wilkes College. The building is a three story affair with ten bed­ rooms and three baths. A few minor changes will make it ready for use this semester. . < •7. yz/ a The graduating class of '55 is to be commended for the interest that they have shown in the future of their alma mater. As a parting gesture of apprecia­ tion to the college, a large number of the class in­ dividually assumed the responsibility of adopting in­ surance policies that name the college as benefici­ ary. The total endowment of all policies taken out will amount to S15.000 by 1975 and will be used as the class trustees are so ordered by the class mem­ bers at that time. Although the '55 class is not the first class in the history of the college to adopt this plan, it is the first class in which so large a number of graduates has participated. The class of 1955 hopes that this plan will help to establish a precedent for future classes to follow. As a special feature of the plan, each individual who subscribed to a policy will not be asked to con­ tribute to the annual Alumni Fund during the 20 year period that the policy is in effect, but will be listed as a contributor in each yearly campaign. On The Co Combined photc Homecoming decon shows the men of Bi display. Top right Economics Club on right, display on Kir Center inset shows Queen, Gloria Dra: guard just after he Wilkes-Moravian r second Homecomin year — by the Beac paper. �ions To Wilkes Campus ''Millie" Gittens Notes Wilkes' Changing Scene (Perhaps no one can better describe or tell you about our college than Millie Gittens. She has seen it in its infancy and now in its near-maturity. She has ben a part of its growth. — Editor.) sfc - A MEMO FROM MILLIE II It has been a long time since I've said hello to most of you and I want you to know how happy it makes me feel when I hear of the many wonderful things you are doing since your leaving Wilkes Col­ lege. cri ■ There is a new spirit on campus these days. You can sense it in the excited talk of the freshmen as well as the upperclassmen when they meet to­ gether in the newly enlarged and modem cafeteria in back of Chase Hall. You just can't imagine all of the wonderful changes that make all of us here take pride in being part of our growing college which, incidentally, is rated academically among the top five in the state. (So you see, they just had to expand the bookstore!) Ihnent that is due jtions during the sat deal oi expan.iversities throughssure, Wilkes has ■ linking to it the extension that will five hundred and . at one time. ! dining room will = old cafeteria and arage. Constructture is 42 feet long cafeteria entrance picture windows the interior with id Federal chairs ither at one table. I modernistic wall ire. dining area and large rest rooms, be completed by Inal cafeteria will lumber of resident area. The other day students. ely equipped with I lounge facilities, will be SI 10,000. will now be large ted future increase After eight long years (but happy ones) the book­ store is to reach a new level — from the basement of Chase Hall to the first floor rear of Harding House, one of our recently acquired buildings at 141 South Franklin Street. By the time Homecoming rolls around, the bookstore will be welcoming not only our present student body but also all of you who will be back on campus for the big celebration. J There has always been a warm spot in the book­ store — and in my heart — for each and every one of you. There will always be a warm spot in the heart of Wilkes College reserved especially for you. It will make us here feel very happy to have you re­ turn as often as possible and share the pride in your college. The kids here need to be reminded that through your efforts and achievements they can ex­ pect and realize a better program of work and activi­ ties at the college. Class of '55 Presents College I wanted to write to you the way I think about the college since I feel so close to it and to you. For that reason I thought you might like to know that to me Wilkes College is only as big as the hearts of her alumni. With Insurance Worth $15,0C0 I am looking forward to seeing you at Home­ coming or at any time. A promise for the future— The acquisition of the former home of Mr. and Mrs. M. J. McLaughlin Jr., 170 South River Street now raises the number of buildings owned by the college to twenty-five. The new building, named the Daniel Roberts Warner Hall, will be the sixth dormitory on the campus. The addition of this building now means that only four residences between West Northampton and West South Streets are not ovzned by Wilkes College. The building is a three story affair with ten bed­ rooms and three baths. A few minor changes will make it ready for use this semester. Mildred Gittens The graduating class of '55 is to be commended for the interest that they have shown in the future of their alma mater. As a parting gesture of apprecia­ tion to the college, a large number of the class in­ dividually assumed the responsibility of adopting in­ surance policies that name the college as benefici­ ary. The total endowment of all policies taken out will amount to $15,000 by 1975 and will be used as the class trustees are so ordered by the class mem­ bers at that time. Although the '55 class is not the first class in the history of the college to adopt this plan, it is the first class in which so large a number of graduates has participated. The class of 1955 hopes that this plan will help to establish a precedent for future classes to follow. As a special feature of the plan, each individual who subscribed to a policy will not be asked to con­ tribute to the annual Alumni Fund during the 20 year period that the policy is in effect, but will be listed as a contributor in each yearly campaign. Best wishes to you all, Millie On The Cover Combined photos on the Alumnus cover show Homecoming decorations of last year. Top left shows the men of Butler Hall dorm working on their display. Top right is the winning display of the Economics Club on Pickering Hall. Bottom left and right, display on Kirby Hall (Library) taking shape. Center inset shows the college's first Homecoming Queen, Gloria Dran, and a Marine Corps honor guard just after halftime crowning at last year's Wilkes-Moravian Homecoming grid game. The second Homecoming Queen will be selected this year —■ by the Beacon, Wilkes student weekly news­ paper. �First Meeting of Year Draws Large Group Committees Work Hard On Homecoming Plans The annual Homecoming cele­ bration is scheduled for the week­ end of November 11-12. Once again all the college doors will open to greet the "old grads" who will again journey back to their old stomping grounds to renew old acquaintances, recall anecdotes, visit the faculty, and see the sights on our changing campus. HOMECOMING COMMITTEES — At a recent meet­ ing held at the Kingston House to discuss Homecom­ ing arrangements, the above committee members and workers made plans to make this year's Homecoming celebration the best in the history of the college. The enthusiasm and interest shown by the group was very gratifying to Don Honeywell, president of the Alumni Association, and Gifford Cappellini, general chairman of the Homecoming week-end. Some of the members who attended include, first row, left to right: Anita Janerick, Class of 1951, Miriam Long '52, Aud­ rey S. Anderson '51, Dolores Shiner '50, Dolores Gratt- '52, Rhuea W. Culp '48, Anne Marie Tamulis '52, Roberta Siwa '52, and Doris Pearsall '50. Second row: Joseph Trosko '55, Thomas Toole, Russ Williams '50, William Crowder '55, Clayton Bloomburg '49, Ray­ mond Jacobs '50, Harry Hiscox '51, Donald Honeywell '49, Jack Kern, Joseph Reynolds '52, Jack Curtis '55, and Russell Picton '55. Third row: William P. Mergo '54, Thomas Brislin, Donald M. Rau '50, Atty. Gifford Cappellini '45, Kenneth A. Cranston '540, Dr. Shadrach H. Jones III '52, Arthur J. Hoover '55, George Modrak '54, Elmer Harris '45, and Irv Gelb '55. Wilkes College Homecoming SdwdM® FRIDAY: 8:30 P.M.—Warm-Up Party Kingston House SATURDAY: 11:30 A.M.—Luncheon Meeting......................Wilkes Cafeteria 2:30 P.M.—Wilkes vs. Bridgeport___ __ Kingston Stadium 6:45 P.M.—Informal Cocktail Party, Buffet Supper, Dance — Hotel Sterling During the traditional week-end, a wealth of entertaining events will transpire to warm the cockles of your care-worn hearts. All of you just leap from the rushing cur­ rents of life back into the back­ water of alumni affairs and memo­ ries. Come on and drift with the tide for two or three days. We guarantee that you will be new persons after your brief holiday. campus and campus life. I don't believe that there are many small colleges which can match it. But besides the new building, the luncheon is a fine place to really start to get into the swing of things. At 2:30 in the afternoon the Colo­ nel's football team plays host to the University of Bridgeport which should be a thrilling game. At half time, the ceremony of crown­ ing the Homecoming Queen is certain to be an outstanding pag- Prior to this affair the judging committee will meet and examine the various homecoming displays of the clubs and organizations of the college. Each year the win­ ner's name is placed on the gold cup. The club or organization that wins three times will become the permanent owner of the cup. The second big event of the week-end is the lucheon that is to be held in our beautiful new cafe­ teria. If you're not hungry, come anyway just to see what a change this new addition makes to our WARM-l Co-cha (A (T1 Dr Ra W: Le JoRa Jos Jei Hi M< Publicity: Co-cha (Ja (Tl Rv BUFFET j Co-cho Cl He Judging: Co-chc (A (R Di M Gifford Cappellini, who is gen­ eral chairman of the Homecoming committee, has been working busi­ ly all summer, coordinating this year's affair and it will undoubted­ ly be the best to date. The week-end of events begins officially on Friday night, Novem­ ber 11 at the 8:30 P.M. Warm-Up Party at O'Connell's Kingston House. Last year's party was a wonderfully well-attended recep­ tion and everyone present enjoyed it immensely. The party begins at 8:30 and will end . . . sometime. Fri To: Atty. Gifford Cappellini HOMECOMING CHAIRMAN eant, as it was last year. The Queen is chosen by the student body in a contest that is run by the student newspaper, the Bea­ con. The final event of the evening after all the preliminaries is the buffet party and dance at the Hotel Sterling beginning at 6:30 P.M., a fitting climax to a wonder­ ful week-end. Members of the committees for this important week-end of events are: De Orchesfn Co-chc Di Ke Finance: Co-chc De Ai Ticket Ci Co-cha (Ri (A Ai Program Co-cha W Je< Coronatii Co-cho (D (A In Ai Luncheo: Co-chc (H (A Rl D< �The annual Homecoming cele­ bration is scheduled for the week­ end of November 11-12. Once again all the college doors will open to greet the "old grads" who will again journey back to their old stomping grounds to renew old acquaintances, recall anecdotes, visit the faculty, and see the sights on our changing campus. ■UTTEES — At a recent meetn House to discuss Homecomtbove committee members and make this year's Homecoming the history of the college. The .■st shown by the group was r Honeywell, president of the nd Gifford CappeilinL general oming week-end. Some of the i include, first row, left to right: >f 1951, Miriam Long '52, Audjlores Shiner '50, Dolores Gratt- During the traditional week-end, a wealth of entertaining events will transpire to warm the cockles of your care-worn hearts. All of you just leap from the rushing cur­ rents of life back into the back­ water of alumni affairs and memo­ ries. Come on and drift with the tide for two or three days. We guarantee that you will be new persons after your brief holiday. '52, Rhuea W. Culp '48, Anne Marie Tamulis '52, Roberta Siwa '52, and Doris Pearsall '50. Second row: Joseph Trosko '55, Thomas Toole, Russ Williams '50, William Crowder '55, Clayton Bloomburg '49, Ray­ mond Jacobs '50, Harry Hiscox '51, Donald Honeywell '49, Jack Kern, Joseph Reynolds '52, Jack Curtis '55, and Russell Picton '55. Third row: William P. Mergo '54, Thomas Brislin, Donald M. Rau '50, Atty. Gifford Cappellini '45, Kenneth A. Cranston '540, Dr. Shadrach H. Jones III '52, Arthur J. Hoover '55, George Modrak '54, Elmer Harris '45, and Irv Gelb '55. Gifford Cappellini, who is gen­ eral chairman of the Homecoming committee, has been working busi­ ly all summer, coordinating this year's affair and it will undoubted­ ly be the best to date. The week-end of events begins officially on Friday night, Novem­ ber 11 at the 8:30 P.M. Warm-Up Party at O’Connell's Kingston House. Last year's party was a wonderfully well-attended recep­ tion and everyone present enjoyed it immensely. The party begins at 8:30 and will end . . . sometime. Milkes College Homecoming Schedule JAY: 30 P.M.—Warm-Up Party Kingston House DRDAY: 30 A.M.—Luncheon Meeting ____ __ Wilkes Cafeteria :30 P.M.—Wilkes vs. Bridgeport_______ Kingston Stadium :45 P.M.—Informal Cocktail Party, Buffet Supper, Dance — Hotel Sterling Friday, November 11 Hotel Sterling Committees Work Hard On Homecoming Plans eeting of Year Draws Large Group i Prior to this affair the judging committee will meet and examine the various homecoming displays of the clubs and organizations of the college. Each year the win­ ner's name is placed on the gold cup. The club or organization that wins three times will become the permanent owner of the cup. The second big event of the week-end is the lucheon that is to be held in our beautiful new cafe­ teria. If you're not hungry, come anyway just to see what a change this new addition makes to our campus and campus life. I don't believe that there are many small colleges which can match it. But besides the new building, the luncheon is a fine place to really start to get into the swing of things. At 2:30 in the afternoon the Colo­ nel's football team plays host to the University of Bridgeport which should be a thrilling game. At half time, the ceremony of crown­ ing the Homecoming Queen is certain to be an outstanding pag- WARM-UP PARTY: Co-chairmen— (Atty. Thomas Brislin) (Thomas Toole) Dr. Charles Bums Ray Jacobs William Crowder Leon Wazeter Joseph Kornblatt Ray Eaton Joseph Slamon Jerry Kryger Hilda Jones Mary Sleva Publicity: Co-chairmen— (Jack Curtis) (Thomas Moran) Russ Picton Saturday Night Hotel Sterling ■■ ■ III - .4? SI Atty. Gifford Cappellini HOMECOMING CHAIRMAN eant, as it was last year. The Queen is chosen by the student body in a contest that is run by the student newspaper, the Bea­ con. The final event of the evening after all the preliminaries is the buffet party and dance at the Hotel Sterling beginning at 6:30 P.M., a fitting climax to a wonder­ ful week-end. Members of the committees for this important week-end of events are: BUFFET DINNER-DANCE: Co-chairmen— Clayton Karamelas Ralph Connor Judging: Co-chairmen— (Atty. Elmer J. Harris) (Roberta Siwa) Dr. Shad Jones Miriam Long Joseph Trosko Dolores Shiner Orchestra: Co-chairmen— Dr. Robert Kerr Kenneth Cranston Finance: Co-chairmen— Don Rau Audrey Anderson Ticket Committee: Co-chairmen— (Russ Williams) (Al Bloomburg) Ann Hayes Program Committee: Co-chairmen— William Mattern Jean Mattern Coronation Committee: Co-chairmen— (Doris Pearsall) (Anita Janerich) Irv Gelb Arthur Hoover Luncheon Arrangements: Co-chairmen— (Helen Bitler Hawkins) (Ann Marie Tamulis Rhuea Culp Dolores Grabko �Football and Soccer Squads I COLONELS FOR '55 — The Wilkes College football team for 1955, under the guidance of new coach Russ Picton, includes: left to right, first row: Al Manarski, Gene Price, Cliff Brautigan, Glenn Carey, Bob Masonis, Art Tambur, Ronnie Rescigno, Wilbur Smiles, Ray Saba, Jim Walsh. Second row: Royal Hayward, Howie Gross, Dick Wozniak, LETTERMEN ALUMNI — The members of the constitu­ tional committee are shown following their meeting concerning the drafting of the proposed constitution for the newly formed Lettermen Alumni in Chase Hall Jim Thomas, Neil Dadurk Bob Yakavonus, Andy M Don McFadden, Andy D mere, Paul Smith, Bill Fc Bill Simenovich. lounge. The group was assigned the chore at the first organizational meeting held this spring. Left to right are: Acting Chairman Bob Waters, Jack Jones, Ollie Thomas, Russ Picton, committee chairman Joe Savitz. VUK* Alumni Lettermen ConstitutionfReady For Ratification Brush off the old gold letter, men, the Ol' Colo­ nels (that's what you're now called). Acting Chair­ man Bob Waters has announced that the constitu­ tional committee, headed by Attorney Joseph Savitz, has drafted a constitution for the Alumni Lettermen that needs your seal of approval. Committee mem­ bers George Ralston, Russ Picton, Jack Jones, Jack Semmers, Ollie Thomas, Al Groh, Joe Trosko, Jack Josephs and Norman Cross drew up the proposed constitution this summer. These men were appoint­ ed by acting Chairman Waters during the first or­ ganizational meeting of the Alumni Lettermen held on May 28 in the college cafeteria. This meeting which was attended by twenty-five lettermen from all over the East coast, was a great success. The plan to form an alumni lettermen group was warmly received by those present. Many who could not at­ tend wrote of their interest in the organization. George Ralston, appointed administrative advisor to the group, discussed the need for a lettermen alumni group and stressed that it would be invaluable in aiding and strengthening the alumni and the college. Homecoming weekend is the date decided upon for the adoption of the constitution and nomination of officers. Plan to be here to renew old acquain­ tances and start the organization off on the right foot. Lettermen organizations in other colleges have been outstanding in service to their schools. Why can't we do the same for Wilkes College? facing them. Both coaches, because of the number of lettermen, are facing this season with a great deal of optimism. SOCCER VETS — Veterans on the WC soccer squad this year include: left to right, first row: Fred Boote, Hank Deibel. Glenn Phethean, Sam Shugar, Younsu Koo, Jim Stocker. Carl Van Dyke. Second row: Bill pie, Johr lak, 195 Dave P< also adc �Football and Soccer Squads For '55 COLONELS FOR '55 — The Wilkes College football team for 1955, under the guidance of new coach Russ Picton, includes: left to right, first row: Al Manarski, Gene Price, Cliff Brautigan, Glenn Carey, Bob Masonis, Art Tambur, Ronnie Rescigno, Wilbur Smiles, Ray Saba, Jim Walsh. Second row: Royal Hayward, Howie Gross, Dick Wozniak, I — The members of the constitu■ shown following their meeting ig of the proposed constitution for etiermen Alumni in Chase Hall lounge. The group was assigned the chore at the first organizational meeting held this spring. Left to right are: Acting Chairman Bob Waters, Jack Jones, Ollie Thomas, Russ Picton, committee chairman Joe Savitz. Lettermen ConstitutionfReady For Ratification old gold letter, men, the OT Colorou're now called). Acting Chairhas announced that the constituteaded by Attorney Joseph Savitz, stitution for the Alumni Lettermen :al of approval. Committee memon, Russ Picton, Jack Jones, Jack lomas, Al Groh, Joe Trosko, Jack tan Cross drew up the proposed merer. These men were appointirman Waters during the first Dr­ ug of the Alumni Lettermen held college cafeteria. This meeting ed by twenty-five lettermen from coast, was a great success. The plan to form an alumni lettermen group was warmly received by those present Many who could not at­ tend wrote of their interest in the organization. George Ralston, appointed administrative advisor to the group, discussed the need for a lettermen alumni group and stressed that it would be invaluable in aiding and strengthening the alumni and the college. Homecoming weekend is the date decided upon for the adoption of the constitution and nomination of officers. Plan to be here to renew old acquain­ tances and start the organization off on the right foot. Lettermen organizations in other colleges have been outstanding in service to their schools. Why can't v/e do the same for Wilkes College? Jim Thomas, Neil Dadurka, Jerry Levandoski, Joe Wilk, Bob Yakavonus, Andy Molitoris. Third row: Joe Reese, Don McFadden, Andy Dovin, Russ Knies, Jarrell Cashmere, Paul Smith, Bill Farish, Gil Gregory, Don Straub, Bill Simenovich. Optimism Watchword For Fall Seasons The fall sport picture looks good for the Colonels this year with the return of many lettermen on both the soccer and the football teams. The new coach­ ing staffs will have veteran players to work with, which makes the job a little easier for a change this year. The football team is playing an eight game schedule that includes such powers as Leba­ non Valley, Bloomsburg, Hofstra, Maryland State, Moravian, and Bridgeport University. The soccer team is playing what may well be called a "Little Ivy League" schedule with teams like Temple, Lafay­ ette, Muhlenberg, Gettysburg, Hofstra, Bucknell, and others facing them. Both coaches, because of the number of lettermen, are facing this season with a great deal of optimism. 4 - .♦ Tt.-" I M®- MH g SLJ *•- . lU-'-*-' <■ Bp -O WO x dp 4 I """" ■ IQ ip® /Bp ­ 's . •»- V >-•■ A r 1 UJv J SOCCER VETS — Veterans on the WC soccer squad this year include: left to right, first row: Fred Boote, Hank Deibel, Glenn Phethean, Sam Shugar, Younsu Koo, Jim Stocker, Carl Van Dyke. Second row: Bill Lloyd, Ahmed Kazimi, Joe Pop­ ple, John Bresnahan, Captain Parker Petrilak, 1955 Athlete of the Year Jim Ferris, Dave Polley. Several newcomers have also added strength to the team. �Many New Fa« On Faculty This Tear I " . While the physical scene on the Wilkes campus has been undergoing a constant change, particularly this Fall with the addition of the new cafeteria, new dormitory and a much-needed parking lot, there have also been many changes in the ranks of the faculty. Joseph Trosko Edward Davis John Curtis Jce Trosko hangs up his Blue and Gold uniform and dons coaching togs to take over the assistant coaching duties in football. A standout guard the past four years on the Colonel forward wall, Joe will be getting his first crack at tutoring. He is considered by many to be one of the top linemen ever to play at Wilkes College. Joe also played baseball, and on the diamond his versatility made him a valuable asset. He start­ ed out at third base but was switched to the catching pest when the backstop position became vacant in his last year of eligibility. Last spring Joe graduated with a B.S. degree in secondary education. Presently he is aiding Russ Picton, making the Colonel grid coaching staff one of the youngest in the country. His main responsibility will be to bring the line into top potential for this year's battles. Joe took over the vacated assistant coaching post left by Picton who moved up to the top rung when George Ralston took leave for his doctorate. CURTIS, PUBLIC RELATIONS CHIEF The appointment of John D. Curtis as director of public relations at the College was announced by Dr. Eugene S. Farley recently. Curtis, a '55 grad will replace Mrs. Ruth Roberts, who has joined the fulltime faculty of the institution. She will be an instructor in English, Business Cor­ respondence, and Reports during the Fall term. The new publicity director was graduated in June with a Bachelor of Science degree in secondary education, with a major in English and social studies. His English study was concentrated in writing sub­ jects. At Wilkes he was sports publicity director for three years and assistant of public relations a year. In his senior year he was editor of the Beacon, stu­ dent weekly newspaper, and received the L. J. Van Laeys Journalism Award at graduation. *** DAVIS, HEAD CAGE COACH Eddie Davis, Wilkes' cage ace of two seasons ago, has been named to fill the basketball coaching position vacated by George Ralston. Although he participated in sports for many years, this will be Eddie's first opportunity to coach. At Plymouth High School he starred in three major sports: football, basketball and baseball. Up­ on entering Wilkes he continued in these fields with his fine play. While at the college he played quarter and full­ back on the football team. In his senior year he re­ ceived a leg injury in the early part of the season which sidelined him for the rest of the campaign. During the basketball season Eddie was a standout for his predecessor George Ralston. When baseball season rolled around he covered second base and on occasion, third. In all, Ed gained eleven varsity letters at the college. He earned four W's each in basketball and baseball and received three letters in football. He graduated from Wilkes in 1954 and last year received a teaching assignment in the Plymouth school system. He will continue to teach in his home town while assuming the coaching duties at the col­ lege. At Plymouth he is assistant coach in football and head track coach. Mrs. Roberts, the former director of publicity joined the full-time teaching staff in English and busi ness correspondence and reports. . A graduate o Wyoming Seminary, Mrs. Roberts received he: Bachelors degree at Goucher College, Baltimore, anc completed requirements for her Masters degree a Cornell University. She taught English at Seminar; for several years. In 1953, she joined the public rela tions staff at Wilkes and became publicity directo in the Fall of 1954. Miss O'Brien, for many years a member of thi faculty at Mansfield State Teachers College, wil teach English the first semester, after which it is ex pected that Joseph G. Donnelly, a college alumnu and regular member of the English faculty, will re turn after a leave of absence to complete work on hi doctorate. Fffl BHefe, Fribfc JfeMoM Wsfe TROSKO. GRID ASSISTANT Department for many years. Dr. Frank J. J. Davies was named to succeed Dr. Craig as head of the de partment. Tener has his AB from Western Reserve University and has completed study for his doctorate there. He taught at Akron University for two years Arthur J. Hoover Mrs. Fortress was employed in the New Yor City schools as an assistant principal for six year prior to coming to Wilkes. She has had many year Many new faces have been added, including one of two alumni who were named outstanding graduates of the Class of 1955. Arthur J. Hoover, of Glen Lyon, who graduated in June with a degree in business education, has been appointed to fill the vacancy created in the secretarial studies division when Dana Verry took a leave of absence to study in New York for his doc­ torate. Other new faculty members appointed include: Robert L. Tener, English; Mrs. Ruth Roberts, English; Mrs. Lillian Fortress, education; Ferdinand Liva, fulltime music from part-time; Robert E. Werner, econo­ mics; Dr. Francis J. Michelini, biology; Miss Margaret O'Brien, English; and T. Leonard Connelly, history. Hoover, who completed student teaching require­ ments last Spring at Coughlin High School in WilkesBarre, was named the ideal male teacher at Wilkes last year by the Future Teachers of America chapter. He also rceived the business education award at graduation and finished with honors. Tener, the new faculty resident of Butler Hall, men's dorm, is a native of Barberton, Ohio. He was appointed to fill the vacancy created by the retire­ ment of Dr. Mary E. Craig, who headed the English Robert L. Tener of experience in elementary education and brine a wealth of knowledge with her. She will work wi Dr. Eugene Hammer, chairman of the education d partment, and will be in charge of elementary ed cation studies. She received her bachelors degr< at Hunter College, New York City, and her maste �Many New Faces On Faculty This Ifear While the physical scene on the Wilkes campus has been undergoing a constant change, particularly this Fall with the addition of the new cafeteria, new dormitory and a much-needed parking lot, there have also been many changes in the ranks of the faculty. Joseph Trosko Edward Davis e® John Curtis Jce Trosko hangs up his Blue and Gold uniform and dons coaching togs to take over the assistant coaching duties in football. A standout guard the past four years on the Colonel forward wall, Joe will be getting his first crack at tutoring. He is considered by many to be one of the top linemen ever to play at Wilkes College. Joe alsc played baseball, and on the diamond his versatility made him a valuable asset. He start­ ed out at third base but was switched to the catching post when the backstop position became vacant in his last year of eligibility. Last spring Joe graduated with a B.S. degree in secondary education. Presently he is aiding Russ Ficton, making the Colonel grid coaching staff one of the youngest in the country. His main responsibility will be to bring the line into top potential for this year's battles. Joe took over the vacated assistant coaching post left by Picton who moved up to the top rung when George Ralston took leave for his doctorate. *#* CURTIS, PUBLIC RELATIONS CHIEF The appointment of John D. Curtis as director of public relations at the College was announced by Dr. Eugene S. Farley recently. Curtis, a '55 grad will replace Mrs. Ruth Roberts, who has joined the fulltime faculty of the institution. She will be an instructor in English, Business Cor­ respondence, and Reports during the Fall term. The new publicity director was graduated in June with a Bachelor of Science degree in secondary education, with a major in English and social studies. His English study was concentrated in writing sub­ jects. At Wilkes he was sports publicity director for three years and assistant of public relations a year. In his senior year he was editor of the Beacon, stu­ dent weekly newspaper, and received the L. J. Van Laeys Journalism Award at graduation. **❖ ** DAVIS, HEAD CAGE COACH Eddie Davis, Wilkes' cage ace of two seasons ago, has been named to fill the basketball coaching position vacated by George Ralston. Although he participated in sports for many years, this will be Eddie's first opportunity to coach. At Plymouth High School he starred in three major sports: football, basketball and baseball. Up­ on entering Wilkes he continued in these fields with his fine play. While at the college he played quarter and full­ back on the football team. In his senior year he re­ ceived a leg injury in the early part of the season which sidelined him for the rest of the campaign. During the basketball season Eddie was a standout for his predecessor George Ralston. When baseball season rolled around he covered second base and on occasion, third. In all, Ed gained eleven varsity letters at the college. He earned four W's each in basketball and baseball and received three letters in football. He graduated from Wilkes in 1954 and last year received a teaching assignment in the Plymouth school system. He will continue to teach in his home town while assuming the coaching duties at the col­ lege. At Plymouth he is assistant coach in football and head track coach. Mrs. Roberts, the former director of publicity, joined the full-time teaching staff in English and busi­ ness correspondence and reports. . A graduate of Wyoming Seminary, Mrs. Roberts received her Bachelors degree at Goucher College, Baltimore, and completed requirements for her Masters degree at Cornell University. She taught English at Seminary for several years. In 1953, she joined the public rela­ tions staff at Wilkes and became publicity director in the Fall of 1954. Miss O'Brien, for many years a member of the faculty at Mansfield State Teachers College, will teach English the first semester, after which it is ex­ pected that Joseph G. Donnelly, a college alumnus and regular member of the English faculty, will re­ turn after a leave of absence to complete work on his doctorate. MHc MAh ft* TROSKO, GRID ASSISTANT Department for many years. Dr. Frank J. J. Davies was named to succeed Dr. Craig as head of the de­ partment. Tener has his AB from Western Reserve University and has completed study for his doctorate there. He taught at Akron University for two years. Arthur J. Hoover Mrs. Fortress was employed in the New York City schools as an assistant principal for six years prior to coming to Wilkes. She has had many years Many new faces have been added, including one of two alumni who were named outstanding graduates of the Class of 1955. Arthur J. Hoover, of Glen Lyon, who graduated in June with a degree in business education, has been appointed to fill the vacancy created in the secretarial studies division when Dana Verry took a leave of absence to study in New York for his doc­ torate. Other new faculty members appointed include: Robert L. Tener, English; Mrs. Ruth Roberts, English; Mrs. Lillian Fortress, education; Ferdinand Liva, fulltime music from part-time; Robert E. Werner, econo­ mics; Dr. Francis J. Michelini, biology; Miss Margaret O'Brien, English; and T. Leonard Connelly, history. Hoover, who completed student teaching require­ ments last Spring at Coughlin High School in WilkesBarre, was named the ideal male teacher at Wilkes last year by the Future Teachers of America chapter. He also rceived the business education award at graduation and finished with honors. Tener, the new faculty resident of Butler Hall, men's dorm, is a native of Barberton, Ohio. He was appointed to fill the vacancy created by the retire­ ment of Dr. Mary E. Craig, who headed the English Robert L. Tener of experience in elementary education and brings a wealth of knowledge with her. She will work with Dr. Eugene Hammer, chairman of the education de­ partment, and will be in charge of elementary edu­ cation studies. She received her bachelors degree at Hunter College, New York City, and her masters �MANY NEW FACES - continued at New York University. She replaces Johnston T. Karr, who is studying for his doctorate at Columbia University. Ferdinand R. Liva, who has been a member of the part-time music staff for a number of years, joined the full-time faculty this Fall and was promptly given directorship of the College Chorus and a new Cham­ ber Music Group. His appointment, it was indicated by John G. Detroy, head of the department, was made to bolster the siring course study at the col­ lege. Liva is conductor of the Wyoming Valley Phil­ harmonic Orchestra and one of the leaders in the revitalization of that organization. T. Leonard Connelly is certainly no newcomer to the Wilkes campus. For a number of years he has been located in the Veteran’s Guidance Center Robert E. Werner comes to the campus from the University of Wisconsin where he had been teaching economics for the past two years. His appointment was one of several necessitated by increased enroll­ ment at the college. While at Wisconsin, he also did graduate work toward his doctorate. He is espe­ cially prepared to teach labor economics, theoretical economics, sociology and related business subjects. He is a graduate of Roosevelt University, Chicago, with an AB degree. He received an MS at Wiscon­ sin in 1353 and has had practical work with several business firms in his field of teaching. > Dr. Michelini is a former assistant instructor in Robert E. Werner which is now located in Hollenback Hall, South Franklin Street. He was named to the history faculty this Fall and continues his duties in the college gui­ dance center. w. atf ■ This outstanding array of new educators is cer­ tainly a boost to your college in its quest for recogni­ tion as one of the nation's top institutions of higher learning. Faculty Gets New Parking Lot Mrs. Ruth Roberts botany at the University of Pennsylvania. He was named assistant professor of biology by Dr. Eugene S. Farley, Wilkes president. A native of Clinton, N. J., Dr. Michelini received his bachelor of science degree at Seton Hall University, South Orange, N. J., and received his masters degree at the University Here and There.. of Delaware. He has done considerable scientific writing and received his doctorate at the University of Pennsylvania last June. The spacious grounds in the rear of Warner Hall dormitory will be used as a faculty parking lot. The old carriage house has been razed and the area when completed will take the place of the old faculty parking area at the Kirby garage. That area is to be landscaped to present a more beautiful approach to the main entrance of the new dining facilities. The new lot permits approximately twenty-five cars to be parked, thus easing slightly a formidable parking situation. Three Alumni in Cleveland have formed a small association of their own. They are: Frank Anderson '51, employed by Ryerson Steel Co.; Al Stratton '49, working for his Ph.D. at Western Reserve; andDolores Passeri '50, working for her M.A. at Western Reserve. Raymond Garbor '53, is employed as asst, manager of the Beneficial Finance Co. of Wilkes-Barre. He recently tied the knot with the former Betty Prokop of Kingston. . . . John Lupas, class of '54, has been quite busy since graduation. Presently atending the University of Pittsburgh, he has been working in Dr. Jonas Salk's laboratories. John plans to enter Hahne­ mann Medical School. . . . Another member of the armed forces is Joseph J. Solomon, stationed at Fort Dix. Howard Updyke '55, recently exchanged vows with Beverly Fay Morgan. ... Dr. Edward J. Brill, class of '50, is now stationed at Philadelphia Naval Hospital. . . . The Reverend Robert L. Benson, '52, is now serving as minister of the Gouldsboro Methodist Church, Gouldsboro, Pa. He is married to the former Shirley Jones and they are the parents of one child, Edward David. . . . Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Jacobs, class of '50, have a new member in their family circle. A son was bom in April. The family lives in Dallas, Pa. An interesting life is being led by Leonard Matublewski, class of 54. He is a member of the U. S. Army, serving in the 5th Loudspeaker and Leaflet Company at Boeblingen, Germany. Leonard, a French major while at Wilkes, is putting his knowl­ edge of that language to good use in the field of psy­ chological warfare. . . . Hillard Kemp '54, is present­ ly employed by Sears, Roebuck and Co. as a trainee for Store Management. Angelo Pappa '55, has ac­ cepted a teaching position in Bridgeton, N. J. ... Thomas E. Kelly '54, has received a scholarship to France for additional study of French language and customs. He is employed by the Lycee de Caen as an English instructor. Tom tells us that he expects to be in France for two years and will spend his sum­ mers at Lake Geneva in Switzerland. Captain William S. Davies '49, stationed in Eng­ land with his wife, Saralouise, and three children, Ruth Ann, William, Jr., and Thomas, writes that they are enjoying their stay in England very much. They intend to be back in June. He is a Resident Auditor in the United States Air Force. . . . Henry S. VanKoski '50, is employed by the Smile Syrup Co. of St. Louis, Mo. He is the representative for Pennsylva­ nia, New Jersey, Maryland, Delaware and Washing­ ton, D.C. areas. He and his wife live in Kingston with their three children, Jane - 8, Mary Kathy - 3, and Theresa - 7 months. Donald Berns '55, has been granted an assistantship to the University of Penn­ sylvania, where he will continue his studies toward a doctorial degree in Chemistry. . . . Harry A. Pitt­ man '54, recently married to Hannah Schultz, is re­ siding in Rutherford, N.J. He is employed by Price, Waterhouse Accounting Firm, New York City. John P. Nelson '50, and Virginia Meissner Nel­ son, '50, now have a son. The threesome reside in Mt. Holly, N.J. Eugene A. Scrudato '55, was recently wed to Frances Parzetta, a former Wilkes student. With the Alumni Gene has accepted a teaching position in New Jersey and will reside there. . . . Sally Thomas '55, is now working in the Pathology Dept, at Yale University in New Haven, Conn. She reports that Janet Eckell '55, is working in the Dept of Preventative Medicine at Yale. . . . William Francis Loughney '54, is married to the former Mary Dolores Dreyer. Bill is a member of the faculty at Roosevelt Jr. High School in New Brunswick, N.J. Betty Rebennack Hibler, class of ’51, is living in Truth and Consequence, New Mexico, where she is associated with the Carrie Tingley Hospital, as a physio-therapist. ... Al Molosh '52, is residing in Bayside Hills, L.I., where he is employed as a Sales Engineer for the National Supply Co. He is married to the former Lillian Sabachewsky. . . . Frederick A. Grout '51, recently married Miss Vonda MacCloskey in N.Y. The couple will honeymoon in Europe. Mr. Grout is a civil engineer. . . . Marvin J. Horowitz '50, is now manager of the Robert Hall Clothing Company in Dearborn, Michigan. The William H. Bergstrasser family is residing in Kingston, Pa. He is employed by Lewith and Freeman as an insurance manager and real estate salesman. The family has two sons, Richard Wil­ liam and Robert Alan. . . . Teresa Bianco '49, is now serving as a bacteriologist in Prince George Hospital at Cheverly, Maryland. She plans to attend the University of Maryland graduate school this fall. .. . George F. Scheers '52, is a senior medical student at N.Y. Medical College. He is married to the former Jean M. Lovrinic, also class of '52., who is employed as a microbiologist at the Lederle Laboratories, Pearl River, N.J. . . . John Gallagher '51, is employed as a Mercantile Claims Correspondent by Dun and Brad­ street, Inc. He is married to June Cease Gallagher and they have one daughter, Elise Luenna. The family resides at 22 Grace St., Jersey City, N.J. Dr. Albert E. Freeman '49, now has his offices in Clinton, N.J., where he is practicing dentistry. He has one daughter named Mona. Dr. Freeman and his family also make their home in that ciy. . . . Kenneth Russell Widdall '50, and Margaret Anthony Widdall '50, are residing in Boyertown, Pa. Ken re­ ceived his masters degree from Bucknell in '51 and is now teaching Science and serving as football and tennis coach at Boyertown Senior High School. The couple have two children, Kenneth Aubrey and Gregory Scott. . . . Arthur E. Irndorf, class of '55 was married to the former Janet D. Harrison of this city this summer. . . . Margaret Luty '55, will teach in Palmyra, N.J. A. A. Spengler, class of '50, his wife and two boys, ages four and two, are residing in Greencastle, Indiana. He is administrating the Education, Safety and Suggestion programs at the I.B.M. plant there. . . . Bernard J. Wisniewski '55, is working for the Bureau of Sanitation under the Pennsylvania Depart­ ment of Health. . . . Wayne S. Madden, class of '54, is attending Drew University Graduate School of Theology. Wayne is married to the former Joyce Hill of Hawley, Pa. They reside in Madison, N.J. . . . John J. Frankosky '54, is employed as a teacher �HERE and THERE - continued in the Highland Park school system. He is currently living at 204 Harrison Ave., Highland Park. William G. Nelson, '52, reports that he and his wife are the proud parents of a baby boy, bom July 22, 1955. .. Bennie Lucas '55, who received his B.S. at Wilkes is serving in the Army. . . . Robert Croucher '54, is employed by the Rosen Agency, real estate and insurance firm of Linden, N.J. He is engaged to Ruth Carey '52, who is employed by the Bell Tel. Co. in Wilkes-Barre. ... A recent bride, Florence Kistler Reynolds '54, was married to James Reynolds '54. Reynolds is district executive in the Valley Forge Council of Boy Scouts of America. Tern and Betty Jane Robbins '51, have recently been blessed by the birth of twin boys, Thomas Lee and Terry Keith. Thomas is the elder by one minute and the heavier by two ounces. . . . Robert M. Chopick '50, is a member of the faculty of the high school in Manasquan, N.J. . . . Joseph Donnelly '37, reports from Philadelphia where he is doing research for his doctorate that he would like to become active in that Alumni chapter while he is there. . . . Robert W. Connelly '40, is an attorney with the Internal Reve­ nue Dept, in Washington, D.C. He is married to the former Katherine Behlen of Washington. Peter J. Corey and Michael Kotch, Jr., both class of '51, have received their degrees of doctor of medi­ cine from Hahnemann Medical College, Philadel­ phia. Dr. Corey is spending his year of internship at Chester County Hospital in West Chester, Pa. Dr. Kotch is interning at Wilkes-Barre General Hospital. ... Al Nicholas '55, and Louise Brennan Nicholas '52, are the proud parents of a new baby boy. "Nick" is working as a salesman for Sealright Company. The family now resides in Bedford, Mass. . . . Mr. and Mrs. Sandy A. Furey '55, (Ellen Witiak '55) were recently married after graduation. Ellen has accept­ ed a teaching position in Broomall, Pa. and Sandy ■.’ill enter Jefferson Medical College this fall. They ’ reside Drexel Hill. . . . Albert Cole '52, is presently teaching at Easton High School, Easton, Pa, He is married and has one child. Lucille Reese Pierce '53, is living with her family m -■■leiuchen, N.J. In addition to being a housewife and mother to eleven month old Deborah Lee, Lucille tells us that she is doing some private tutoring in languages. Lucille always was a whizz for langu­ ages! . . . David Wardan Kunkle '53, is attending Temple University School of Dentistry. . . . Helen Mazie McDonald Smith is a staff nurse at Veterans Administration Hospital. Helen Marie has one daughter, Jeanne Marie. Helen was graduated from Wilkes in '54 and is now attending graduate school at the Univ, of Scranton. . . . Jack W. Brobyn '49, is employed by the Bloomsburg Mills Inc. in Blooms­ burg, Pa. in the capacity of Assistant Treasurer. He and his wife, Maryruthe, have two daughters. He reports that Lester Jones '48. is employed there as a time and motion study man. He also resides in Bloomsburg. Elizabeth Champlin Parsons '53, is currently liv­ ing in State College, Pa., where she is working for her masters degree in Child Development. . . . Dr. William Owens, class of '51, has received his degree ci Doctor of Dental Surgery at Temple University. He is married to the former Kathleen Reily. They have a daughter, Diane. . . . George Lewis '52, is an auditor for Shaw-Olsen-Dimmer, certified public accountants in Detroit. George was recently mar­ ried to the former Marilyn Goodrum. . . .J. Warren Blaker '55, is now teaching organic chemistry at M.I.T. in Cambridge, Mass. Donald J. Tosh '55, has accepted a teaching posi­ tion in Elizabeth, N.J. He will also coach the soccer team there. . . . Seymour Himilstein '53, is now at­ tending N. Y. University Law School. He received his masters degree at N. Y. University. . . . Alan C. Bare is stationed at Fort Monmouth, N.J. A '54 graduateate, he is married to the former Lois C. Piccone of Forty Fort. . . . Carl Karassik has been accepted by Pomeroy's Dept. Store for their Executive Training program. Carl received his masters degree in re­ tailing from the School of Retailing, Univ, of Pitts­ burgh. Robert Warren Hall '51. and Carol Nan Reynar Hall '52, were married on September 5. Bob recently returned from a two year tour of duty in the Far East as an Air Force pilot. . . . Elaine Bogan Law, class of '54, and Donald Royal Law '52, have a brand new addition to the family. A son, Douglas Royal Law, was bom August 16 in Johnson City, N.Y. . . . Elea­ nor Kazmerczyk '53, writes us from Milford, Conn., that she has accepted a position teaching the third grade. ... A daughter, Dorothy Ray, was bom to David T. Morton '49 and his wife, former Kathryn Schooley, in March. They are now living in West Wyoming, Pa. He is employed by the Middle De­ partment Assoc, of Fire Underwriters in the capacity of a rating inspector. Dr. Newton N. Goldberg '47, now resides in Pitts­ burgh, Pa. with his wife and child. He is a research chemist for Westinghouse. . . . Mary J. Varker Lytle '44, her husband, Dr. Creighton Lytle and their two children. Nelson - 5 years, and Beverly - 214 years, report their welfare from Broomall, Pa. She assists her husband in his office, performing lab tests and keeping records. . . . Mr. and Mrs. Murray Rothman, she the former Laura Schleicher, '49, have a new ad­ dition to the family — a baby boy, Nathaniel. The family resides in Bridgeport, Conn. . . . Jean Withey Carey '45, is working as secretary to the zone mana­ ger for American Stores Co. in Forty Fort, Pa. She, her husband and daughter, Janice Rhaye, 354 years, live at 99 Bedford St., Forty Fort. James Atherton, class of '54, is currently a mem­ ber of our armed forces, serving in Germany. He is with the Army Advanced Field Artillery Division. . . . Dr. Morris Feinstein '49, is also in service. He is a first lieutenant in the Army Dental Corps. . . . A recent bride was Jane Carpenter Barr '54, who is presently on the faculty of Northeast School, Upper Montclair, N.J. She is married to Navy Lt. Edward A. Barr, a native of West Pittston. . . . John H. Glowacki '49, and his wife, the former Glorine G. Ritzawink, a graduate of Bucknell, are the proud parents of a son, Michael, born on Feb. 12, 1955. Attorney Glowacki is presently serving as an attorney at the Pentagon in Washington, D.C. ALUMNI RECORD So that we may keep our alumni records up to date and increase our service to you, please fill out this information blank and mail back to the Alumni Office, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pa., immediately. All college material, which will be of interest to ycu will be sent to you, following the arrival and filing of this information sheet. 1—Name LAST FIRST MIDDLE Maiden Name Street Town State Telephone 2—Entered Wilkes College or B. U. J. C. Withdrew Graduated 3—Transferred To Graduated 4—Semester Hours at Wilkes or B.U.J.C. .. Degree Major 5—Present Employment and Duties B—Business Address 7—Do you know of any people who attended Wilkes or B. U. J. C. and are not receiving the regular litera­ ture of the Association? List: . . �Lebed'Ss cd ' ' _ ■< ' . 7 L fits F WFAW 8:30 p. m. » .. eraL cr Kingston House F/ TF' F' Add 11:30 a. m. = Luncheon Meeting 2:30 p. m. Wilkes vs. Bridgeport Kingston Stadium c md_ ex - be . L \ d -d ' '■'/ C d-b . ■ ■ : . Hotel Sterling � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumni Magazine, 1947-present Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Description An account of the resource <p>An archive of Wilkes University Magazine, from 1947-present. The magazine went through various names including <em>Wilkes Alumnus</em>, <em>Wilkes Quarterly,</em> <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, and the current title, <em>Wilkes Magazine</em>. Some editions for the <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, will have multiple issues within the file record. Our holdings may be missing editions for certain years due to having no physical copy within the collection. </p> Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Wilkes University Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Wilkes University Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Wilkes University Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1947-present Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumnus Fall 1955 Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Marketing and Communications Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Fall 1955 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Magazine https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/2bcd763867872ba0e847b04df0ad9ca9.pdf 1a438ec474c5476d9628cc191c478a5f PDF Text Text �CONTENTS KeAoiutuM. fat 1955 “ p< The following article, written by Private Preston Eckmeder, who was in the Wilkes College Class of '53, as editor of the camp newspaper at the U. S. Army Hospital at Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Mary­ land. The former Kingston High School athlete was a member of the Colonels' wrestling squad before leaving for the service. By PRESTON ECKMEDER Nineteen fifty-four was a fateful year, in a fate­ ful world, a world that hasn't been too hospitable of late. People found themselves . . . "strangerts) and afraid, in a world (they) never made." Today the world is a fitful, bur­ geoning world. It is a world of science, politics, and war; it is a world trough with anxiety, preju­ dice, poverty, fear, and despair; a world in which man with un­ paralleled genius has created weapons capable of destroying its life. PVT. ECKMEDER Those before us bungled the job: Instead of a peaceful world, they handed us a broken world and said, "Here take this mess and see what you can do with the pieces." The people of the world are still trying to get the pieces to fit. In this country, 1954 was a year of tension. The people were worn out from the never-ending, nervewracking cold war of attrition with the Communists. We held our breath wondering where and when the Commies would strike next. Its people were weary from the fruitless results of the United Nations and were now hoping desperately that maybe peaceful co-existence might satisfy the Reds, all the time knowing, in their hearts, co-existence is appease­ ment and that it won't satisfy but will only encourage even bolder steps. Evervthina has become too too lex. The Billboard The individual has lost touch with the world. Who could possibly carewhat one person believed or did? These, too, were times that tried men's souls. The United States has been forced to play the role of a world leader, a role it neither asked for or wants. A role foreign to us; a tremendously de­ manding role. But a role which it can no longer ignore as it did before. It is a role that, if the pieces are ever to fit, we must accept. Our country is locked in an ideological struggle with the Communists who thrive on fear, prejudice, ignorance, and despair. Any world power that in­ tends to contain Communism must be a strong coun­ try, its people must be informed and its people must have hope and faith in themselves and ultimate vic­ tory. Alumni President's Message from William Luetzel I I Election of New Officers Report on the Near East by Dr. Eugene S. Farley 6 Homecoming Brought Many Back (Special Photos) 8- Graduates Enjoyed Alumni Dance (Special Photos)-------- 1 Not To Go Forward by Welton G. Farrar i: The time has not come in which a single voice cannot be heard over the din and the shouts of the world. Churchill was one man. So was Stalin, Fer­ mi and Eisenhower. Yet each was his own author of history. Perhaps history is, as some would have us believe, nothing more than the story of the lives and deeds of men who were not content to set back, who believed that they could accomplish what they set out to do and who never despaired. Wilkes Winter Sports (Special Photos) 12 Open Wrestling Tourney Successful 13 Just A Few Notes About Old Friends 14-15 The world is far from being a Utopia (Utopians can be intolerably dull) but it is the only world we have and, to an appreciable extent, it is up to every individual in the United States whether or not it will be a free world or an enslaved one. Secretary's Log by Tom Moran In a democracy the government is the people. If our country is to be strong, if it is to be informed, and if it is to have hope, then its people must be strong, informed, hopeful. Let every man and woman in the United States, then, resolve this New Year that he is not going to be afraid, but strong, that he is not going to be ig­ norant but informed, that he is not going to despair but hope, and that he is going to take an active part in the doinas of a fateful vear. 15 THE ALUMNUS Volume I WINTER, 1955 Published quarterly as the Wilkes College Bulletin for the members of the Wilkes College Alumni Association. Offices are located in Chase Hall, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. Entered as second-clc at Wilkes-Barre, Pem as amended by the Editor and Executive Secretary Thomas J. Moran '49 Vice President Joseph G. Donnelly Norman Cross President William Luetzel Secretary Rhuea Williams Culp Members-at-Large Dr. Robert Kerr William Grif �fa THE BILLBOARD CONTENTS Page tide, written by Private Preston in the Wilkes College Class of camp newspaper at the U. S. erdeen Proving Grounds, Maryagston High School athlete was ilonels' wrestling squad before ce. EDER ir was a fateful year, in a fateat hasn't been too hospitable of e. People found themselves . . . rangerfs) and afraid, in a world ey) never made." Today the world is a fitful, buroning world. It is a world of ence, politics, and war; it is a >rld frough with anxiety, preju­ te, poverty, fear, and despair; world in which man with unralleled genius has created :apons capable of destroying its Those before us bungled the >; Instead of a peaceful world, tken world and said, "Here take rat you can do with the pieces." /orld are still trying to get the 954 was a year of tension. The it from the never-ending, nerve,1 attrition with the Communists, wondering where and when the ce next. Its people were weary suits of the United Nations and ssperately that maybe peaceful satisfy the Reds, all the time earts, co-existence is appease't satisfy but will only encourage become too big, too complex. The individual has lost touch with the world. Who could possibly carewhat one person believed or did? These, too, were times that tried men's souls. The Billboard 3 Alumni President's Message from William Luetzel 4 The United States has been forced to play the role of a world leader, a role it neither asked for or wants. A role foreign to us; a tremendously de­ manding role. But a role which it can no longer ignore as it did before. It is a role that, if the pieces are ever to fit, we must accept. Election of New Officers .. 5 Report on the Near East by Dr. Eugene S. Farley 6-7 Our country is locked in an ideological struggle with the Communists who thrive on fear, prejudice, ignorance, and despair. Any world power that in­ tends to contain Communism must be a strong coun­ try, its people must be informed and its people must have hope and faith in themselves and ultimate vic­ Homecoming Brought Many Back (Special Photos) 8-9 I Graduates Enjoyed Alumni Dance (Special Photos) 10 Not To Go Forward by Welton G. Farrar 11 The time has not come in which a single voice cannot be heard over the din and the shouts of the world. Churchill was one man. So was Stalin, Fer­ mi and Eisenhower. Yet each was his own author of history. Perhaps history is, as some would have us believe, nothing more than the story of the lives and deeds of men who were not content to set back, who believed that they could accomplish what they set out to do and who never despaired. Wilkes Winter Sports (Special Photos) 12 Open Wrestling Toumey Successful 13 The world is far from being a Utopia (Utopians can be intolerably dull) but it is the only world we have and, to an appreciable extent, it is up to every individual in the United States whether or not it will be a free world or an enslaved one. Secretary's Log by Tom Moran tory. In a democracy the government is the people. If our country is to be strong, if it is to be informed, and if it is to have hope, then its people must be strong, informed, hopeful. 14-15 Just A Few Notes About Old Friends 15 The home chapter of the Wilkes College Alumni Association meets on the first Monday of each month in the main lounge of Chase Hall on South River Street, WilkesBarre. Chapters in Philadelphia and New York meet according to sche­ dules set up by their own groups. It is appreciated when chapters notify the home chapter of meet­ ing dates so that when possible a representative from the campus office can attend. Special meetings will be held on the campus by committees working on various projects dur­ ing the next three months. The COVER ONE MORE—Wilkes added an­ other property to its rapidly ex­ panding campus recently with the joint announcement by President Eugene S. Farley and Chairman of the Board Gilbert F. McCliintock that the Daniel Roberts resi­ dence on West River Street has been presented to the board by Daniel Warner, grandson of the former owner. Many of the Wilkes properties have been obtained in this man­ ner through the generosity of local people who desire to provide a lasting memory and at the same time help the local college in its effort to provide even greater ser­ vice to the community. The new property will be com­ pletely remodeled inside and will be another men's dormitory. THE ALUMNUS WINTER, 1955 Volume I Let every man and woman in the United States, then, resolve this New Year that he is not going to be afraid, but strong, that he is not going to be ig­ norant but informed, that he is not going to despair but hope, and that he is going to take an active part in the doings of a fateful year. Published quarterly as the Wilkes College Bulletin for the members of the Wilkes College Alumni Association. Offices are located in Chase Hall, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. Number 2 Entered as second-class matter October 12, 1951 at the post olfice al Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, under the act ol August 24, 1912, as amended by the act of August 4, 1947. Editor and Executive Secretary Thomas J. Moran '49 President William Luetzel ■I Vice President Joseph G. Donnelly I expect to pass through this world but once. Any good therefore that I can do. Norman Cross Or any kindness that I can show to any fellow creature, let me do it now New York Let me not defer or neglect it, for I shall not pass this way again. Secretary Rhuea Williams Culp Members-at-Large Dr. Robert Kerr William Griffith CHAPTERS Philadelphia Vester V. Vercoe Treasurer James Richardson Shirley Salsburg Washington Marvin Walter �Alumni President Calls On Members To Give Greater Support To All Projects In New Year Dear Fellow Aumni, It is with pleasure that I address you as your Association president for 1955. I would like to thank you all for your confidence in me as shown by my re-election to the office. You may be sure that I, and my fellow officers will serve you to the best of our abilities during our term of office. Before disclosing some of the goals I have set for the coming year, I would like to take a moment to review last year's activities. I believe that 1954 was a successful year on the whole. Despite the fact that the "Here's To Ya" show was not carried to its ultimate production, the alumni maintained a high level of interest and loyal­ ty no matter what their feelings were in the matter. As a result, the three main events of the year, name­ ly: the Senior reception in June, The Homecoming, and the Christmas Dance, received a great deal of backing and were well attended. This year, as previously, your Association has tried to encourage more of its members to become actively engaged in its activities. I am happy to report that we met with a great deal of success in this respect. Many new faces have appeared in our ranks of active members this year. Alumni from as far back as Bucknell Junior College days attended our meetings and worked diligently on our Home­ coming and Christmas Dance committees. Others, not able to actually work on the committees, showed their interest by attending our functions. The Asso­ ciation attempted and succeeded in presenting a more representative group of people as nominees for the Association offices for 1955. In regard to our Senior reception, the affair was very successful. The Association arranged for the banquet hall of the American Legion Post 132 on North River Street in Wilkes-Barre and provided an orchestra for the occasion. The graduating seniors and their families of course were our guests. From all reports everyone enjoyed themselves immensely. In August the Association lost one of its most valued members. Dan Williams submitted his re­ signation as president upon his acceptance of a position with the U. S. Army in Germany. I became president by succession and Don Honeywell accept­ ed the appointment as vice-president for the remain­ der of 1954. Our Homecoming Weekend was attended by approximately two hundred people. This may seem like a small number, but I think the pervading senti­ ment is indicative of a bright future for the Associa­ tion. Many people who attended were either there for the first time or had not attended for several years past. Considering all the favorable comments received by the committee and myself, I think the weekend's affairs did more to promote interest and good will for our organization than we ever thought possible. The College and its student body was as helpful and enthusiastic as ever about the Homecoming. This year, for the first time, we honored our first Homecoming Queen, Miss Gloria Dran, and her court. Chosen by the student body, the Queen and her court had a place of honor at the football game Saturday afternoon and at our dinner-dance that evening. The Association's Christmas Dance pleasantly brought the curtain down on our activities for the year. Held at the Sterling Hotel Christmas night, the dance attracted a large crowd, though not as large as the preceding year. Had the dance been held on a more favorable evening, I believe there would have been a much larger attendance. Ar­ rangements necessitated such a decision. At the dance the newly elected officers for 1955 were an­ nounced. Mrs. Rhuea (Williams) Culp was elected Secretary, James Richardson, Treasurer, and Joseph Donnelly, Vice-president. In closing the book of 1954, I would like to thank everyone in the Association and the College and its student body for all the work and assistance you have given us this year. Special mention might be made of the Senior Reception, Homecoming, and Christmas Dance committees, of Tom Moran and his staff for their help and assistance and that excellent Fall edition of the Alumnus Magazine, of the help and interest of Dr. Farley and the Administration. And what of the future? My aims for the coming year are the same I presented in the message which appeared in the Fall issue of the Alumnus. These aims form a three point program, with several recent additions. The first is to organize our Association to a great­ er degree. This will include seeking a larger and more active membership and the possible establish­ ment of more chapters, in making needed revisions in our constitution, and in improving our administra­ tive procedures. Secondly, to align ourselves more closely with the college placement bureau and the Administra­ tion in the job placement field and in promoting Wilkes College and recruiting new students. Thirdly, to aid the College whenever and wher­ ever possible in fund raising drives. Very shortly the College is embarking on such a project. Within the next few weeks the alumni will be asked to con­ tribute. I hope you will all help in our efforts to raise our proportion of the total amount of money set as the goal. It is not necessarily the amount a person gives, but the number who contribute. 1955 looms as a promising year for the Alumni Association. I urge you all to help us in any way you can. Attend our meetings, serve on our com­ mittees, offer constructive criticism, bring in fellow alumni. To the more recent graduates we extend a hand of welcome. We want you to feel you are all as much a part of the Association as the older alum­ ni. If the heart-warming enthusiasm and interest of the past year is linked with the yet untapped po­ tential we possess as a group, our achievements this year of 1955 will far outshine the best we have done in the past. Sincerely yours, WILLIAM LUETZEL, President, Wilkes College Alumni Association NEW OFFICERS — Left to right: Norman Cross, member-c William Luetzel, president; Rhuea Williams Culp, secretary other members-at-large were not present when the photograj Luetzel Elected Preside. In Large 1 William Luetzel, Forty Fort resident, who stepped in to fill an unexpired term of president of the Wilkes College Alumni Association over six months ago was recently elected to a full term of office by hun­ dreds of members voting from all over the country. Luetzel was elected over Attorney Joseph Savitz in a vote to fill eight offices for 1955. > A close vote determined the vice president when Joseph G. Donnelly, well known by many as a mem­ ber of the Wilkes English Department, and a gradu­ ate of Bucknell Junior College, edged Donald L. Honeywell, past president, and Attorney Thomas Brislin. Rhuea Williams Culp was elected to the office of secretary and James Richardson took over as treasurer. Four members-at-large were elected from a slate of nine nominees. Chosen were William Griffith, member of the Philadelphia Chapter; Norman Cross, Dr. Robert Kerr and Shirley Salsburg. El Pi V s R I �] [PtresodeirDit CaflDs Odd Members To Give sir Smpp@ir4 T@ M Projects h ^ew Year mini, leasure that I address you as your sident for 1955. I would like to thank ' confidence in me as shown by my ie office. You may be sure that I, officers will serve you to the best of ing our term of office. losing some of the goals I have set year, I would like to take a moment •ear's activities. at 1954 was a successful year on the s the fact that the "Here's To Ya" :arried to its ultimate production, the red a high level of interest and loyallat their feelings were in the matter, three main events of the year, nameeception in June, The Homecoming, las Dance, received a great deal of ire well attended. as previously, your Association has tge more of its members to become id in its activities. I am happy to net with a great deal of success in Hany new faces have appeared in ive members this year. Alumni from ucknell Junior College days attended nd worked diligently on our Homeristmas Dance committees. Others, ally work on the committees, showed attending our functions. The Assoed and succeeded in presenting a rtive group of people as nominees ion u.fices for 1955. > o’tr Senior reception, the affair was ; he Association arranged for the ’ the American Legion Post 132 on in Wilkes-Barre and provided an occasion. The graduating seniors es of course were our guests. From tCii: enjoyed themselves immensely. tLe association lost one of its most :s. Dan Williams submitted his reissident upon his acceptance of a s IL S. Army in Germany. I became ccession and Don Honeywell acceptlent as vice-president for the remain­ coming Weekend was attended by wo hundred people. This may seem nber, but I think the pervading sentive of a bright future for the Associaople who attended vzere either there ie or had not attended for several nsidering all the favorable comments i committee and myself, I think the irs did more to promote interest and tr organization than we ever thought College and its student body was as thusiastic as ever about the Home­ year, for the first time, we honored cming Queen, Miss Gloria Dran, and sen by the student body, the Queen rad a place of honor at the football game Saturday afternoon and at our dinner-dance that evening. The Association's Christmas Dance pleasantly brought the curtain down on our activities for the year. Held at the Sterling Hotel Christmas night, the dance attracted a large crowd, though not as large as the preceding year. Had the dance been held on a more favorable evening, I believe there would have been a much larger attendance. Ar­ rangements necessitated such a decision. At the dance the newly elected officers for 1955 were an­ nounced. Mrs. Rhuea (Williams) Culp was elected Secretary, James Richardson, Treasurer, and Joseph Donnelly, Vice-president. In closing the book of 1954, I would like to thank everyone in the Association and the College and its student body for all the work and assistance you have given us this year. Special mention might be made of the Senior Reception, Homecoming, and Christmas Dance committees, of Tom Moran and his staff for their help and assistance and that excellent Fall edition of the Alumnus Magazine, of the help and interest of Dr. Farley and the Administration. And what of the future? My aims for the coming year are the same I presented in the message which appeared in the Fall issue of the Alumnus. These aims form a three point program, with several recent additions. The first is io organize our Association to a great­ er degree. This will include seeking a larger and more active membership and the possible establish­ ment of more chapters, in making needed revisions in our constitution, and in improving our administra­ tive procedures. Secondly, to align ourselves more closely with the college placement bureau and the Administra­ tion in the job placement field and in promoting Wilkes College and recruiting new students. Thirdly, to aid the College whenever and wher­ ever possible in fund raising drives. Very shortly the College is embarking on such a project. Within the next fevz weeks the alumni will be asked to con­ tribute. I hope you will all help in our efforts to raise our proportion of the total amount of money set as the goal. It is not necessarily the amount a person gives, but the number who contribute. 1955 looms as a promising year for the Alumni Association. I urge you all to help us in any way you can. Attend our meetings, serve on our com­ mittees, offer constructive criticism, bring in fellow alumni. To the more recent graduates we extend a hand of welcome. We want you to feel you are all as much a part of the Association as the older alum­ ni. If the heart-warming enthusiasm and interest of the past year is linked with the yet untapped po­ tential we possess as a group, our achievements this year of 1955 will far outshine the best we have done in the past. Sincerely yours, WILLIAM LUETZEL, President, Wilkes College Alumni Association NEW OFFICERS — Left to right: Norman Cross, member-at-large; Joseph G. Donnelly vice president; William Luetzel, president; Rhuea Williams Culp,secretary; and James Richardson, treasurer. Three other members-at-large were not present when the photograph was taken. Luetzel Elected President of Association In Large Vote William Luetzel, Forty Fort resident, who stepped in to fill an unexpired term of president of the Wilkes College Alumni Association over six months ago was recently elected to a full term of office by hun­ dreds of members voting from all over the country. Luetzel was elected over Attorney Joseph Savitz in a vote to fill eight offices for 1955. A close vote determined the vice president when Joseph G. Donnelly, well known by many as a mem­ ber of the Wilkes English Department, and a gradu­ ate of Bucknell Junior College, edged Donald L. Honeywell, past president, and Attorney Thomas Brislin. Rhuea Williams Culp was elected to the office of secretary and James Richardson took over as treasurer. Four members-at-large were elected from a slate of nine nominees. Chosen were William Griffith, member of the Philadelphia Chapter; Norman Cross, Dr. Robert Kerr and Shirley Salsburg. Election results: President: William Luetzel Joseph Savitz________ Vice President: Joseph Donnelly Donald Honeywell . .... Thomas Brislin Secretary: Rhuea Williams Culp Ruth Jones Treasurer: James Richardson ..... . Gifford Cappellini 319 240 234 230 196 319 237 .. 309 243 Members-at-Large: William Griffiths .... .. ..... 350 Norman Cross ________ 278 Shirley Salsburg .... 275 Dr. Robert Kerr . 272 Joseph Farrell 232 M. Lloyd Davies . ... . . 228 Nelson Jones ... 221 Sallyanne Frank Rosenn ... .... 219 Jack Kloeber . .. . 208 �Wilkes President Returns From Near East Visit With Report On Conditions In That Territory By DR. EUGENE S. FARLEY President, Wilkes College During the past summer I fre­ quently round myself wishing that our students of history or Sociolo­ gy might be able to use the Near East as a laboratory. Through such laboratory experience stu­ dents of History would be increas­ ingly aware of the fact that civili­ zations are built on the ruins of past civilizations, and they would also be made conscious of the fact that as new religions and new poli­ tical ideals are developed the ad­ vocates of new systems fequently seek to destroy the ideas and ide­ als of the past. In all parts of the Near East we found evidences of successive civilizations adopting and robbing the institutions of the past, just as we found evidences that successive generations had sometimes feared the influ­ ences of the past and had sought to destroy them by damaging and perverting the tangible evidences of past civilizations. Ruins and archaeological reports suggested time and again that man has been prevented by his prejudices and bigotries from making the greatest and best use of the past. For Sociologists the Near East makes an ideal laboratory. Here, as much as any place in the world, contrasting cultures and conflicting ideals create tensions that threaten the peace and jeop­ ardize the security of millions. Within a distance of a mile it is possible to visit cities in which the cultures are separated by some two thousand years. Unbeliev­ able contrasts in thought and prac­ tice are found a few yards apart so that by crossing a line you move from the time of Christ into the twentieth century. When first informed that such a drastic change in atmosphere could be experienced by moving across an imaginary line, we doubted it, but after walking a hundred yards we became aware of the fact that we did move forward two thousand years by moving from one city to another. It wasn't only that in one city you were surrounded by re­ lics of past civilizations, whereas in the other you found all of the structures of a modem city, but ■ - Dr. Eugene S. Farley there was a difference in the atmosphere of the city and in the attitudes of the people. These contrasts drive home the fact that material differences are but a re­ flection of difference in the educa­ tion and thoughts of men, for where men have won freedom of thought and have been encourag­ ed through schools to think freely and independently, they have been able to expand scientific knowledge and to develop econo­ mic and political institutions through which they can release and harness the material re­ sources of their environment. It is not materialism that has given free men the material advantages that distinguish them from the "have nots"; it is their use of in­ telligence and their awakened so­ cial conscience, which have caus­ ed them to create institutions for the purpose of releasing man's in­ tellectual and spiritual resources; and once these human forces are released man's conquest of his en­ vironment begins—but not until then. If the nations of the Near East will nurture and develop the latent talents of their people, the backward states, within one or two aenerations, may match the achievements of their more pro­ gressive neighbors. Tensions of the Near East are the inevitable consequences of re­ peated frustration. After develop­ ing one of the world's great civili­ zations between the 7th century to the 12th century, the Arab ex­ perienced a period of orthodoxy and decline which in the 15th cen­ tury led to his domination by the Turks. For 400 years he remained under the dominion of the Turks and the first World War gave him his first hope of independence. When the McMahon-Hussein Agreement was signed, promising that the English would support an independent and sovereign Arab state, the Arabs hoped to create a united nation covering the Ara­ bian Peninsula and the Near East. Unfortunately for these hopes, the French and the British within a year reached a new agreement that ignored the McMahon-Hus­ sein Agreement and split the con­ trol of tne Arab countries between them. Thus the long-time aspira­ tions of the Arabs for indepen­ dence were frustrated again by the aspirations of colonial em­ pires. Naturally the Arabs were embittered by the breaking of the McMahon - Hussein Agreement, and a protracted struggle for na­ tional independence followed the first World War and continued un­ til the years following the second World War when the indepen­ dence of Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, and Iraq were recognized by the United Nations and the receding empires of Europe. Here again the Arabs met a new and bitter frustration, for they then discovered that the Jews who had been forced out of Europe by the terrors of Hitler and by the despotism of surrounding govern­ ments had taken seriously the statement of the Balfour Declara­ tion that a homeland be created for them in Palestine. In conse­ quence of their hope for a new homeland, and in an effort to es­ cape the brutality and intolerance confronting them in Europe, Asia, and Africa, more than half a mil­ lion Jews migrated to Palestine after 1945. The refugees from Eu­ rope were frequently men of great ability and advanced culture who brought with them the thought and ideals and the political and eco- nomic institutions of modem Eu­ rope. Because of their know-how they soon created within Palestine an economy that was more vigor­ ous than that existing in the sur­ rounding states, and introduced political ideals and practices which were so democratic as to arouse the fear of the controlling groups in the surrounding states. I he could defend his life, his fan ly, and his property. In spite of threats and atrociti? the miracle is that in Israel the are still 165 thousand Arabs li ing at peace with their Jew! neighbors and enjoying the san opportunities and privileges th have been brought to this area 1 the Jewish state. In spite of coi pulsory schooling the Arabs st do not educate their children < the Jews educate theirs, and consequence have not yet dev loped the ability to create ar great prosperity for themselve ihey are, however, required develop self-government as Nazareth, which is a complete' Arab city, and they are expects to school their children so that ths may participate in the econorr and politics of the new state. The population of the Near Ea is less tnan it was in Biblic times, due to the fact that the trei have been destroyed and tl lands despoiled. The Israeli however, are attacking this pro lem vigorously and consistentl and in many instances they a turning barren areas into ferti and productive farms. One ki butz, which we visited outside Jerusalem contained 150 acres beautiful and productive orchan and vineyards. Just 18 years at Through united efforts and care­ ful planning the Jews advanced the economy of Palestine even be­ fore the new state of Israel was created. In consequence the pop­ ulation more than doubled be­ tween 1922 and 1948, and the num­ ber of Arabs attracted to Palestine by the new enterprises and the new opportunities exceeded the number of Jews. Unfortunately, cultural differences were great and fear aroused by the aspira­ tions of Zionists for the creation of a Jewish state. This fear de­ veloped mistrust and in conse­ quence, a number of attacks and atrocities were perpetrated by rep­ resentatives of the two qroups. Although the majority of both Arabs and Jews once aspired to live in peace, the fear and hatred created by isolated atrocities and by statements of extremists de­ veloped mutual fears which made it almost impossible for Arabs and Jews to i,™ live side side in peace n.rM by ,r> non.-r. hill and harmony. Although many people wish to know only one side of the story, it is well to remember that there are definitely two sides to this tragic story. It is true that the Mufti of Jerusalem ordered all Arabs out of Israel with the prom­ ise that they would be returned within two weeks—after the Jews had been exterminated or driven into the sea. It is equally true that the secretary of the Arab League stated that there would be a massacre such as the world had never seen and that the blood of Jews would flow until the water and sands of the area were red. On the other hand, it is equally true that terrorists among the Is­ raelis attacked the village of Dier Yassein and massacred a thou­ sand Arabs and then announced that the same thing would happen to all Arabs who remained in the new State of Israel. These acts and threats naturally created fear and caused an Arab withdrawal from Israel. The Arab then con­ solidated his strength in an effort to expell the Jew, while the Jew consolidated his position so that on which this kibbutz w< established had been as barn as its neighbors. Through wor intelligence, and the applicatic of teennieal know-how the ne’ comers created wealth where po eny formerly existed. Similarl along the shore near Tel Aviv v found an orphan asylum in tl midst of a rich farm, and surroun ing the farm we saw other are< producing nothing but the usu marsh grasses. Again, by techr cal know-how and hard work th farm had been created from tl wastes of the shore land. All of us have heard of the Arc refugee camps, but few are awa that 850,000 Arab refugees ha' been held in these camps sim 1948. These people are held wit out hope of release and with ) opportunity to establish lives f themselves in the Arab lane Rioting is done to better their ] but, for political reasons, they a constantly encouraged to hope 1 the return of their old homes Israel. The situation is such, howevi that they would probably fear return to these lands even thou they constantly demand the opp �'resident Returns From Hear East Visit oort On Conditions In That Territory "ARLEY College summer I fref wishing that iry or Sociolo­ use the Near ry. Through perience stuid be increasact that civili. the ruins of d they would ous of the fact and new poliloped the adsms fequently deas and ide11 parts of the evidences of ms adopting itutions of the nd evidences ! generations ed the influd had sought amaging and ole evidences Ruins and rts suggested nan has been ejudiccs and ~ the greatest ast ;e Near East •atory. Here, :!ace in the .. allures and ;a.e tensions : e and jeopsi millions. : a mile it is in which the ed by some ;. Unbelievght and pracyards apart a line you of Christ into . When first i a drastic re could be ng across an subted it, but 'ed yards we fact that we vo thousand n one city to ly that in one aided by rems, whereas id all of the ;m city, but ■ ■if i•: Dr. Eugene S. Farley there was a difference in the atmosphere of the city and in the attitudes of the people. These contrasts drive home the fact that material differences are but a re­ flection of difference in the educa­ tion and thoughts of men, for where men have won freedom of thought and have been encourag­ ed through schools to think freely and independently, they have been able to expand scientific knowledge and io develop econo­ mic and political institutions through which they can release and harness the material re­ sources of their environment. It is not materialism that has given free men the material advantages that distinguish them from the "have nots"; it is their use of in­ telligence and their awakened so­ cial conscience, which have caus­ ed them to create institutions for the purpose of releasing man's in­ tellectual and spiritual resources; and once these human forces are released man's conquest of his en­ vironment begins—but not until then. If the nations of the Near East will nurture and develop the latent talents of their people, the backward states, within one or two aenerations, may match the achievements of their more pro­ gressive neighbors. Tensions of the Near East are the inevitable consequences of re­ peated frustration. After develop­ ing one of the world's great civili­ zations between the 7th century to the 12th century, the Arab ex­ perienced a period of orthodoxy and decline which in the 15th cen­ tury led to his domination by the Turks. For 400 years he remained under the dominion of the Turks and the first World War gave him his first hope of independence. When the McMahon-Hussein Agreement was signed, promising that the English would support an independent and sovereign Arab state, the Arabs hoped to create a united nation covering the Ara­ bian Peninsula and the Near East. Unfortunately for these hopes, the French and the British within a year reached a new agreement that ignored the McMahon-Hus­ sein Agreement and split the con­ trol of tne Arab countries between them. Thus the long-time aspira­ tions of the Arabs for indepen­ dence were frustrated again by the aspirations of colonial em.ires. Naturally the Arabs were embittered by the breaking of the McMahon - Hussein Agreement, and a protracted struggle for na­ tional independence followed the first World War and continued un­ til the years following the second World War when the indepen­ dence of Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, and Iraq were recognized by the United Nations and the receding empires of Europe. Here again the Arabs met a new and bitter frustration, for they then discovered that the Jews who had been forced out of Europe by the terrors of Hitler and by the despotism of surrounding govern­ ments had taken seriously the statement of the Balfour Declara­ tion that a homeland be created for them in Palestine. In conse­ quence of their hope for a new homeland, and in an effort to es­ cape the brutality and intolerance confronting them in Europe, Asia, and Africa, more than half a mil­ lion Jews migrated to Palestine after 1945. The refugees from Eu­ rope were frequently men of great ability and advanced culture who brought with them the thought and ideals and the political and eco- nomic institutions of modem Eu­ rope. Because of their know-how they soon created within Palestine an economy that was more vigor­ ous than that existing in the sur­ rounding states, and introduced pclitical ideals and practices which were so democratic as to arouse the fear of the controlling groups in the surrounding states. f Through united efforts and care­ ful planning the Jews advanced the economy of Palestine even be­ fore the new state of Israel was created. In consequence the pop­ ulation more than doubled be­ tween 1922 and 1948, and the num­ ber of Arabs attracted to Palestine by the new enterprises and the new opportunities exceeded the number of Jews. Unfortunately, cultural differences were great and fear aroused by the aspira­ tions of Zionists for the creation of a Jewish state. This fear de­ veloped mistrust and in conse­ quence, a number of attacks and atrocities were perpetrated by rep­ resentatives of the two groups. Although the majority ot both Arabs and Jews once aspired to live in peace, the fear and hatred created by isolated atrocities and by statements of extremists de­ veloped mutual fears which made it almost impossible for Arabs and Jews to live side by side in peace and harmony. Although many people wish to know only one side of the story, it is well to remember that there are definitely two sides to this tragic story. It is true that the Mufti of Jerusalem ordered all Arabs out of Israel with the prom­ ise that they would be returned within two weeks—after the Jews had been exterminated or driven into the sea. It is equally true that the secretary of the Arab League stated that there would be a massacre such as the world had never seen and that the blood of Jews would flow until the water and sands of the area were red. On the other hand, it is equally true that terrorists among the Is­ raelis attacked the village of Dier Yassein and massacred a thou­ sand Arabs and then announced that the same thing would happen to all Arabs who remained in the new State of Israel. These acts and threats naturally created fear and caused an Arab withdrawal from Israel. The Arab then con­ solidated his strength in an effort to expell the Jew, while the Jew consolidated his position so that he could defend his life, his fami­ ly, and his property. In spite of threats and atrocities, the miracle is that in Israel there are still 165 thousand Arabs liv­ ing at peace with their Jewish neighbors and enjoying the same opportunities and privileges that have been brought to this area by the Jewish state. In spite of com­ pulsory schooling the Arabs still do not educate their children as the Jews educate theirs, and in consequence have not yet deve­ loped tne ability to create any great prosperity for themselves, iney are, however, required to develop self-government as in Nazareth, which is a completely Arab city, and they are expected to school their children so that they may participate in the economy ana politics of the new state. The population of the Near East is less tnan it was in Biblical times, due to the fact that the trees have been destroyed and the lands despoiled. The Israelis, however, are attacking this prob­ lem vigorously and consistently, and in many instances they are turning barren areas into fertile and productive farms. One kib­ butz, which we visited outside of Jerusalem contained 150 acres of beautiful and productive orchards and vineyards. Just 18 years ago the hill on which this kibbutz was established had been as barren as its neighbors. Through work, intelligence, and the application ol tecnnical know-how the new­ comers created wealth where pov­ erty formerly existed. Similarly, along the shore near Tel Aviv we found an orphan asylum in the midst of a rich farm, and surround­ ing the farm we saw other areas producing nothing but the usual marsh grasses. Again, by techni­ cal know-how and hard work this farm had been created from the wastes of the shore land. All of us have heard of the Arab refugee camps, but few are aware that 850,000 Arab refugees have been held in these camps since 1948. These people are held with­ out hope of release and with no opportunity to establish lives for themselves in the Arab lands. Rioting is done to better their lot but, for political reasons, they are constantly encouraged to hope for the return of their old homes in Israel. The situation is such, however, that they would probably fear to return to these lands even though they constantly demand the oppor- tunity. And surely the Israeli would fear the return to his midst of a group wno had developed a prolongea and bitter hatred and whose efforts would be for the de­ struction of the new and demo­ cratic state of Israel. It would seem, therefore, that the one hope of these people is a development of Arab lands similar to tne de­ velopment of lands within Israel. Existing tensions and animosities are too great to admit turning back of the clock or a return to old homes. In addition, the old homes are now occupied by Jewish refu­ gees from all parts of the world who have passed through transit camps in Israel. The refugee in Israel faces an entirely different prospect than does the Arab refugee in the Arab lands. The refugee in Israel is placed in the camps for training and indoctrination in the ideals and practices of Israel. He learns that a place in the economy of Israel awaits him and will be opened to him as soon as possible. Tnerefore, hope and enthusiasm are found in the transit camps of Israel as contrasted with the hope­ lessness and despair of the refugee camps of the Arab states. Al­ though living conditions are as meager in the transit camp as in the refugee camp, the atmosphere is tremendously different because one people is moving forward with confidence and hope, where­ as the other cannot look forward to any life outside of the camps in which they are retained. Nowhere in the world are the problems that confront us brought into focus more clearly than in the Near East. On one side we find poverty and ignorance, and on the other side we find organized intelligence directed toward hu­ man betterment. The contrasting material conditions seem to re­ flect a highly developed social conscience, the dynamic force of free minds, and the application of technical knowledge on one side as contrasted with inertia and in­ difference for human welfare on the other. As one contrasts the two situa­ tions, he is inevitably driven to the conclusion that the differences between the haves and have nots is not in the natural resources of the land but in the faith that men have in themselves and in their willingness to develop institutions which will release the great capacities of the human mind and spir­ it. �COLORFUL HOMECOMING BROUGHT MANY BACK TO WILKES COLLEGE FOF MARLENE TOTH 'Princess' GLORIA DRAN 'Homecoming Queen' PAT McNELIS 'Princess’ Returning Alumni Describe Program Best In History of the Organization Although the Homecoming is now nothing more than a pleasant memory to those who attended, it is in this issue of "The Alumnus" that we are present­ ing a report in words and pictures to the members who were unable to make the annual get-together. In the opinion of the many who attended the gala week-end back on the campus and the officers who appraised the event, the recent homecoming was the most sucessful in the history the Wilkes College Alumni Association. One officer summed up the homecoming as a success in two words, "New Faces." And there were many of them. From the early Bucknell Junior Col­ lege days to the most recent graduates of Wilkes College came representa­ tives who found it nice to return to the fold. A reception, musical comedy, noon luncheon on Saturday, football game, cocktail party and dinner-dance highlighted the week-end program. In all, it was a wonderful experience and showed promise of even bigger and finer homecomings in years to come. �. HOMECOMING BROUGHT MANY BACK TO WILKES COLLEGE FOR BIG WEEK-END GLORIA DRAN 'Homecoming Queen' PAT McNELIS 'Princess' Hing fcm ©escrobe Program . ifewy tbe ©rgsmiiathn ri. ihe Homecoming is now nothing more than a pleasant memory o n .ended, it is in this issue of "The Alumnus" that we are present- i in words and pictures to the members who were unable to make get-together. opinion of the many who attended the gala week-end back on the d the officers who appraised the event, the recent homecoming was icessful in the history the Wilkes College Alumni Association. ficer summed up the homecoming as a success in two words, "New nd there were many of them. From the early Bucknell Junior Colto the most recent graduates of Wilkes College came representa- iound it nice to return to the fold. ption, musical comedy, noon luncheon on Saturday, football game, rrty and dinner-dance highlighted the week-end program. it was a wonderful experience and showed promise of even bigger lomecomings in years to come. ■3 �Not To Go A Latin proverb succinctly expresses a law ap­ plicable to the growth of individuals, institutions, and societies. This phrase, "non prograedi est regredi," is translated simply not to go forward is to go back­ ward. Its significance for Wilkes College is one that I should like to take some moments to dwell upon with you. The first two decades in the life of this institution have witnessed unparalleled emergence into a wellregarded small liberal arts college stressing intimate personal education which, according to our way of thinking is of necessity the only type that is consis­ tent with the marks of an educated man. To some of the older alumni, I might point out that these marks are one of the few things that have not chang­ ed on campus, nor are they likely to change; only the means of implementation change as we con­ stantly seek the things that enhance these marks. Much thought, action, and money have gone into finding and obtaining those things which will con­ tinue to make Wilkes the college that we would all like to see grow as its place in the collegiate sun becomes more secure. In this metamorphosis from the small junior col­ lege which was a product of the disastrous depres­ sion, many people in this community have contribut­ ed much of the above-mentioned trinity of thought, action, and money. They have recognized and con­ sented to the fact that a college with no alumni can­ not rely on this group for support. They do feel with logic on their side that as our twentieth graduating class leaves this campus in June, it is high time that our alumni begin to take an increasing responsibility in the life of the college. Name for me, if you will, any outstanding collegiate institution in the nation today, and I will show you an alumni whose work on behalf of that college is constructive and inspira­ tional. Not Valley our alui Genera! cently c which t tions of these ei deal of kinds ol financic the wot willing! best—it stitution employ of male work ol and the Yo this firs will be< attempt lege w: her wh or quo! importc he progre; progre. great c college confid< selves see nc that w �rflwuti “fyctle. UaMce Not To Go Forward... By WELTON G. FARRAR Director of Development .N ■a? " A Latin proverb succinctly expresses a law ap­ plicable to the growth of individuals, institutions, and societies. This phrase, "non prograedi est regredi," is translated simply not to go forward is to go back­ ward. Its significance for Wilkes College is one that I should like to take some moments to dwell upon with you. The first two decades in the life of this institution have witnessed unparalleled emergence into a wellregarded small liberal arts college stressing intimate personal education which, according to our way of thinking is of necessity the only type that is consis­ tent with the marks of an educated man. To some of the older alumni, I might point out that these marks are one of the few things that have not chang­ ed on campus, nor are they likely to change; only the means of implementation change as we con­ stantly seek the things that enhance these marks. Much thought, action, and money have gone into finding and obtaining those things which will con­ tinue to make Wilkes the college that we would all like to see grow as its place in the collegiate sun becomes more secure. In this metamorphosis from the small junior col­ lege which was a product of the disastrous depres­ sion, many people in this community have contribut­ ed much of the above-mentioned trinity of thought, action, and money. They have recognized and con­ sented to the fact that a college with no alumni can­ not rely on this group for support. They do feel with logic on their side that as our twentieth graduating class leaves this campus in June, it is high time that our alumni begin to take an increasing responsibility in the life of the college. Name for me, if you will, any outstanding collegiate institution in the nation today, and I will show you an alumni whose work on behalf of that college is constructive and inspira­ tional. Not only is the continued help of the Wyoming Valley community contingent upon the interest that our alumni show in Wilkes College; so is that of the General Electric Company. This corporate giant re­ cently announced a plan of giving to colleges under which they will match dollar-for-dollar the contribu­ tions of their employees to the colleges from which these employees came. Frankly, this makes a good deal of sense, because General Electric receives all kinds of requests every month from colleges seeking financial support. What better way to determine the worth of each request than to assume that the willingness to give of those who know the college best—its alumni—measures well the merit of the in­ stitution in question. Our many alumni now in the employ of General Electric now have the privilege of making each dollar contribution to Wilkes do the work of two. I hope that they will open their hearts and their minds to the significance of this fact. You will be hearing more in the future about this first annual alumni solicitation. I hope that you will bear the following thought in mind. This maiden attempt to place the alumni solidly behind the col­ lege will be judged successful according to the num­ ber who participate rather than by any total amount or guota. This makes your decision to give the allimportant aspect of this solicitation. Let me ask you to review in your minds all the progress of the first score years of development, progress that is only in part brick and mortar. The great danger at this stage of the development of the college is that either complacency or lack of self­ confidence may induce us to be content with our­ selves as we are. When as we look around us we see no defects or make no attempt to remedy those that we do see, we inevitably move backward. �7 n to J a® O' V Rg w O'' sf >1 .Qi p- ? o ■ V X .. ; 1 ~ II iMr 4 ’■>' o j J ■ - A- ■> * |k_ g® I \ h ’ .11 '■ 5 i' Makes "Who's Who" ,. > q • '/ gfi M '■■ ■:. 1 -'a’L Dr. Arthur Kruger ■ / -■; count of itself. Reese is in the process of building for the future. Members of the team, left to right, are Coach Reese, Don Reynolds, Don McFadden, Sam Shugar, Don Wilkinson, Neil Dadurka, Dave Thomas, Jerry Elias, Bob Morgan, James Coleman. MO >-'V . US_ 1 * J The Wilkes College wrestling team, under the guidance of Coach John Reese for the second year, is facing one of the toughest schedules in the history of a Colonel mat team. And despite several early losses, the team has never failed to give a good ac- F ) i ja 1 MM *• . 4;v as j o- |fg -4 ®1IL 1 .A \ 1 ■ SO iJMlsife 1111. I ! ■ ' • . MB Five Point-Getters For Wilkes Cage Team ALL SIZES—Handling the basketball assignments on a varsity basis this year at Wilkes College are these five courtmen, left to right, Jim Ferris, John Bresna­ han, Harry Ennis, Parker Petrilak and Joe Jablonski. Out of every 10,000 prominent people throughout -the country, 15 are chosen under carefully tested selective standards to represent the outstanding citizens of Ameri­ ca in "Who's Who". Among the few selected distinguished persons was Dr. Arthur N. Kruger, who this year will join Wilkes' president, Dr. Eugene S. Farley, in the fifth edition of "Who's Who in the East" and "Who's Who in America", which will be published at a later date. Dr. Farley's name has ap­ peared previously, but it is the first time for Kruger to be so honor­ ed. Kruger and Dr. Farley, College President, share the distinction of being the only two faculty mem­ bers on campus who have been chosen for the honor. The pur­ poses of this publication are to in­ troduce American citizens with the prominent leaders of their country in various professions and for pub­ licity reference for newspapers and other communication media. Kruger was chosen on the basis of being an outstanding educator and community leader. Champions In Open Mat Tourname: NATIONAL EVENT—Wyoming Valley, through the efforts of Wilkes College, is rapidly becoming known throughout the country as the site of the Rose Bowl of Wrestling because of the Open Wrestling Toumament which ran for two days. Approximately 300 took part on the mat to decide champions in each weight class and team victor. The University of Michigan won the team trophy. Individual champions, left to right, first row are: Don Clark, Syracuse University, 115 pounds; William Hulings, University of Pittsburg, West Virginit ed, 137-poun< igan, 147-pot attached, 15 pounds; Joe Macaleer, Pi Lehigh, unlh boy champic in his colleg Alumni Lettermen Seeking New r. Many former athletes of Wilkes College have get-together written to the Alumni Office in an effort to determine Wilkes on c Many : whether it would be possible to organize a Wilkes and have e College Alumni Lettermen's Club. part in the c It was their hope that the lettermen, while ful­ Former filling every obligation as regular members of the asked to fo Alumni Association, would be able to form a club the alumni that would hold meetings aside from the association letics. �-5 "VB B i t ■Illi ■ e*. K5- Vi A J O| fJ B M College wrestling team, under the ch John Reese for the second year, he toughest schedules in the history t team. And despite several early has never failed to give a good ac- count of itself. Reese is in the process of building for the future. Members of the team, left to right, are Coach Reese, Don Reynolds, Don McFadden, Sam Shugar, Don Wilkinson, Neil Dadurka, Dave Thomas, Jerry Elias, Bob Morgan, James Coleman. J gS B'\ \ ; ~ jm£ o fRil life J Dr. Arthur Kruger Makes "Who's Who' Setters For Wilkes Cage Team the basketball assignments on a varsity basis this year these five courtmen, left to right, Jim Ferris, John Bresnay Ennis, Parker Petrilak and Joe Jablonski. Out of every 10,000 prominent people throughout -the country, 15 are chosen under carefully tested selective standards to represent the outstanding citizens of Ameri­ ca in "Who's Who". Among the few selected distinguished persons was Dr. Arthur N. Kruger, who this year will join Wilkes' president, Dr. Eugene S. Farley, in the fifth edition of "Who's Who in the East" and "Who's Who in America", which will be published at a later date. Dr. Farley's name has ap­ peared previously, but it is the first time for Kruger to be so honor­ ed. Kruger and Dr. Farley, College President, share the distinction of being the only two faculty mem­ bers on campus who have been chosen for the honor. The pur­ poses of this publication are to in­ troduce American citizens with the prominent leaders of their country in various professions and for pub­ licity reference for newspapers and other communication media. Kruger was chosen on the basis of being an outstanding educator and community leader. ■ mm w M 1 Champions In Open Mat Tournament At Wilkes College NATIONAL EVENT—Wyoming Valley, through the efforts of Wilkes College, is rapidly becoming known throughout the country as the site of the Rose Bowl of Wrestling because of the Open Wrestling Tourna­ ment which ran for two days. Approximately 300 took part on the mat to decide champions in each weight class and team victor. The University of Michigan won the team trophy. Individual cham­ pions, left to right, first row are: Don Clark, Syracuse University, 115 pounds; William Hulings, University of Pittsburg, 123-pounds; Louis Guidi, University of West Virginia, 130-pounds; Larry Fomcola, unattach­ ed, 137-pounds; and Don Haney, University of Mich­ igan, 147-pounds. Second row: Frank Bettucci, un­ attached, 157-pounds; Ed DeWitt, Pittsburgh, 167pounds; Joe Solomon, Pittsburgh, 177-pounds; Dick Macaleer, Princeton, 191-pounds; and Warner Seel, Lehigh, unlimited. Guidi, a West Virginia school boy champion, won the Outstanding Wrestler Award in his college's first participation in the meet. Alumni Lettermen Seeking New Tie With College L Many former athletes of Wilkes College have written to the Alumni Office in an effort to determine whether it would be possible to organize a Wilkes College Alumni Lettermen's Club. It was their hope that the lettermen, while ful­ filling every obligation as regular members of the Alumni Association, would be able to form a club that would hold meetings aside from the association get-togethers to maintain their athletic ties with Wilkes on a closer basis. Many former lettermen are still in the valley and have expressed a desire to take a constructive part in the operation of sports at their alma mater. Former lettermen interested in this project are asked to forward their opinions in writing to either the alumni office or George Ralston, director of ath­ letics. �...afloat @ld float We received many wonderful comments on the Fall issue of "The Alumnus" and this section of the publication was one which seemed to draw particu­ lar interest. Many asked us to list the notes by classes, a suggestion which we feel is sound. Starting with this issue the notes will be listed under respective classes. It will be appreciated if future communiques sent to the alumni carry class numerals. ***** CLASS of 1936 — John W. Swengel, foundry superintendent at the American Chain and Cable Company in Reading, is still trying to locate the mem­ bers of tne Junior College basketball team of 1935 ... He is married and has one child, Nancy Louise, age 6. CLASS of 1939 — Helen Coats Graham is mar­ ried to the Reverend Robert E. Graham, who is pas­ tor of the Presbyterian Church in Altoona . . . The couple has three children, Janice, 7; Lois, 5 and Bruce, 114... Francis X. Antonelli reports in from 7 Diamond avenue, W est Hazleton ... He is the father of three children and teaching in that town's secon­ dary school system . . . Mrs. Gertrude Jones Davies is residing at 34 Carlisle street, Wilkes-Barre. CLASS of 1940 — Merle Sieherman, 26 Archbald street, Carbondale, is manager of Sammy’s Furniture Store in that community . . . He is married to the former Harriet Comer, '41, and the couple has two children, Carol, 6, and Alan, 3. CLASS of 1941 — Raymond Young writes from Bucknell campus at Lewisburg where he is assistant professor of electrical engineering, after having com­ pleted graduate work at Northwestern . . . Ray is a former Kingston resident. CLASS of 1944 — Irene Koniecko Mechak writes that she confines her social work career to home­ making and mothering three sons, R. John, 4; Mi­ chael, 214; and Peter Paul, P/z . . . Irene formerly worked as Teen-Age Program Director at the YWCA and in 1950 was associated with the Public Welfare Department. CLASS of 1945 — Edithe Miller Levit, now Dr. Miller, graduated from Woman's Medical College with an M.D. in 1951 and married Dr. Samuel M. Levit in March, 1952 . .. The couple has a son, Harry, born in May, 1953 . . . Her present address is Ritten­ house Claridge, Philadelphia 3 . . . And she is clini­ cal assistant, endocrinology, Philadelphia General Hospital. CLASS of 1946 — Alberta Novick Killian is mar­ ried to Ted J. Killian, '50, and the mother of Ted Fran­ cis Killian, born June, 1952 . . . They reside at 203 Orchard street, Plymouth . . . Jean Lampert Lewis is married to emry (Easy) Lewis, '45, who is employed as assistant traffic superintendent with the Bell Tele­ phone Company in downtown Philadelphia. CLASS of 1947 — Joseph M. Maloney writes from Park Forest, III., and informs us that he has a trio of little Maloneys. CLASS of 1948 — Reese Pelton, an old married man of over two years, is director of instrumental music in Forty Fort Schools and wrapping up require­ ments for M.S. in music education from Penn State . . . Ray Mechak, now living at 832 Burke street, Easton, where he is associated as promotion mana­ ger of that section's affiliation with Allied Stores, Inc. . . . Harold D. Smith is married to Priscilla Sweeney, '50, and both are enjoying work in Trenton, N. J. . . . Harold is a sixth grade teacher at Columbus School and Priscilla is secretary of the N. J. Cooperative Pro­ gram in Educational Administration . . . They are re­ siding at 3474 East State street extension, Trenton 9 ... Ed Hendler, staff chemist for Sharpies Chemical Company in Michigan, is the father of a girl slightly over a year old. CLASS of 1949 — Robert Anthony, former Wilkes basketball star, is an accountant for Scranton - Spring Brook Water Service in Wilkes-Barre ... He is mar­ ried to the former Jane Sprau of Kingston and the couple has one son, Robert Wayne, bom December, 1953 . . . Leonard Swicklik received his doctorate in chemistry from the University of Pittsburg last June and is employed as a research chemist for Dupont in Richmond, Va. . . . Len is married to the former Mary Lou Marquardt, of New York, and they are re­ siding at 4010 Maury street, Richmond, Va. . . . Eu­ gene Maylock is teaching at Shickshinny and is serv­ ing as vice president of the Luzerne County Guidance Counselor's Association . . . John J. Surash is doing research and development work for the Duplan Cor­ poration at Charlotte, N. C„ and is married to the tormer Marilyn Ann Graham of Pittston ... He would like to hear from the old gang and his address is 2619 Poplar Drive, Route 8, Charlotte . . . Marvin Smith is working out of the valley as a business representa­ tive for amusement machines . . . Joseph V. Pringle is statistician at the Pennsylvania State Employment Service in Wilkes-Barre and married to the former Mary Alyce Kelly of Kingston . . . They have two children, Joseph, 4, and Kathleen, 114 . . .Armin Gill is selling Monroe Calculating machines out of the Scranton office ... He is the poppa of a little girl, Linda Ann, who is almost a year old . . . Drop him a liine at 118 Maltby avenue, Swoyerville . . . Norman Baum is now an attorney and has an office at 1300 H street. N.E., Washington . . . He's interested in help­ ing Marvin Walter, another Washington area resi­ dent, in forming a chapter there . . . Burton J. Thomas is teaching business subjects and serving as faculty manager of athletics at Medina High School, Medina, N. Y., and is working on master's degree at Columbia. CLASS of 1950 — John Usaitis finished engineer­ ing studies at Penn State in 1953 and is now working for Capitol Engineering Associates . . ..Bob Fischer is employed as a research chemist for Cities Service Oil Company on Petty's Island in the middle of the Dela­ ware River . . .He married a Philadelphia girl almost a year ago and the couple resides at 5774 Irving ave­ nue, Merchantville, N. J. . . . June Williams Turley went on to receive her M.S. in chemistry at Penn State University and is at present studying biochem­ istry with emphasis on the determination of the struc­ ture of biochemicals using X-ray diffraction methods . . . She is research assistant in the Department of Physics at Penn State . . . Luther Jones married the former Bib Vivian, '46, and is working for Sun Old Company at Montrose, Pa. . . . The couple has two children, Marjorie, 5, Jeffrey, 1 . . . Herbert Quick is teaching French and English at Thurmont (Md.) High School and working for a master's degree. CLASS of 1951 — Willard G. Prater prepared for the ministry in the Episcopal Church at Bexley HaU Theological Seminary and is in the Bethlehem dio­ cese ... He is married to Phyllis Deisher, '54 . . . SaUy R. Mittleman is a sixth grade teacher in the Montgomery County (Md.) school system . . . She was married in June to Hammond Begun, a naval veteran from Gardner, Mass. . . . Wade Hayhurst claims to be the sole member of the Virginia chapter, which, he points out, facilitates the smooth operation of his unit, but doesn't make for much news . . . Rob­ ert Levine completed his M.A. study in experimental psychology at Graduate Faculty of the New School for Social Research in New York City and considering going to doctorate . . .Ollie Thomas is assistant foot­ ball coach at West Pittston along with Jack Jones, '51, and is married to the former Irene Sheplock, one­ time recorder at Wilkes . . . Shadrach Jones, doctor of optometry, recently opened his office in Wilkes-Barre . . . Eleanor West is now Mrs. William L. Crawford and lives at 120 Spring street, Sayre, Pa. . . . She had as her attendant Shirley Williams, '53, who is a re­ ceptionist at radio station WELM, Elmira . . . Fred Hoffman, graduate of Boston University School of Theology, served as pastor. Congregational Church, Troy, N. Y., before shifting to work within the Meth­ odist Church last year . . . He is married to the former Joan Prall, RN, and hopes "our college" is still on the advance . . . Elmo Begliomini, married and the father of two children, is working in Montrose, Pa., as an accountant for Bendix Aviation . . . Bill Siglin, married to the former Norma Smith, West Pittston, plans to be out of the Air Force next October and then continue schooling . . . He is at Mountain Home AFB, Idaho . . . Sandy Chesler is now the wife of Bill Holtz­ man, Wilkes engineering ’51, and helping him work for his doctorate . . . They are residing at 739 E. Alton street. Appleton, Wisconsin . . . Joe Giles has become a veteran employee at WJLS, Bradley, W. Va., and is handling that station’s public relations and plan­ ning big television operations. CLASS of 1952 •— J. M. Morse is employed at Western Electric in Allentown along with another Wilkes alumnus. Jack Semmer, and can be reached at 313 N. Main street, Coopersburg, Pa. . . . Edmund V. Niklewski is living at 1025 Spruce street, Philadel­ phia, and working for a medical degree at Jefferson Medical College . . . Jean M. Lourinic is employed as a microbiologist at Lederle Laboratories at Pearl River, N. Y. . . .She resides at 174 W. Washington avenue . . . John J. Yurek is teaching at Laurel High School, Laurel, Del., and the father of a daughter, Frances Jane, I’/z. Se Che have n< through How abi one to hi of the he quarterb Candida: Associat but pro\ how the Rob and coai of the sj Connect! regret th ever fore aboard" George ] doctorate . . . Dr. cently re Florida . lege Wr turn iron most eve small ai space. Bill Gi sonalitiei number ... BUI terest in homecon by this t Expect a who are you wiB part that do it up long we dred Git were on Alumnus bookstor Love awaiting the Mus: mendous produce) Wilkes i college t men, ntn the miht campus Not touch wi how lorn away ye lege. �...a&aut M, 'Tfetcb<, . id many wonderful comments on the 'he Alumnus" and this section of the > one which seemed to draw particu■d us to list the notes by classes, a ch we feel is sound. Starting with rotes will be listed under respective ipreciated if future communiques sent airy class numerals. * Sic s’: * * 1936 — John W. Swengel, foundry at the American Chain and Cable ading, is still trying to locate the memior College basketball team of 1935 ed and has one child, Nancy Louise, 1939 — Helen Coats Graham is marirend Robert E. Graham, who is pasjyterian Church in Altoona . . . The ee children, Janice, 7; Lois, 5 and Francis X. Antonelli reports in from 7 le, W est Hazleton . . . He is the father n and teaching in that town's secon;tem . . . Mrs. Gertrude Jones Davies 14 Carlisle street, Wilkes-Barre. 940 — Merle Sieherman, 26 Archbald lie, is manager of Sammy's Furniture immunity . . . He is married to the Comer, '41, and the couple has two 6, and Alan, 3. is-U — Raymond Young writes from ~ Lewisburg where he is assistant engineering, after having com. work cl ,crth western . . . Ray is a i. resident. 944 — Irene Koniecko Mechak writes ..er social work career to homec- .■ .-.mg three sons, R. John, 4; Mii Peter Paul. ll/z . . . Irene formerly i-Age Program Director at the YWCA s associated vzith the Public Welfare 1945 — Edithe Miller Levit, now Dr. ed from Woman's Medical College n 1951 and married Dr. Samuel M. 1952 . .. The couple has a son, Harry, 153 .. . Her present address is RittenPhiladelphia 3 . . . And she is clini■ndocrinology, Philadelphia General 946 — Alberta Novick Killian is mar­ ital, '50, and the mother of Ted Frani June, 1952 . . . They reside at 203 Plymouth . . . Jean Lampert Lewis is f (Easy) Lewis, '45, who is employed fic superintendent with the Bell Tele.y in downtown Philadelphia. 1947 — Joseph M. Maloney writes st. Ill., and informs us that he has a loneys. 348 — Reese Pelton, an old married ?o years, is director of instrumental music in Forty Fort Schools and wrapping up require­ ments for M.S. in music education from Penn State . . . Ray Mechak, now living at 832 Burke street, Easton, where he is associated as promotion mana­ ger of that section's affiliation with Allied Stores, Inc. . . . Harold D. Smith is married to Priscilla Sweeney, '50, and both are enjoying work in Trenton, N. J. . . . Harold is a sixth grade teacher at Columbus School and Priscilla is secretary of the N. J. Cooperative Pro­ gram in Educational Administration . . . They are re­ siding at 3474 East State street extension, Trenton 9 ... Ed Hendler, staff chemist for Sharpies Chemical Company in Michigan, is the father of a girl slightly over a year old. CLASS of 1949 — Robert Anthony, former Wilkes basketball star, is an accountant for Scranton - Spring Brook Water Service in Wilkes-Barre . . . He is mar­ ried to the former Jane Sprau of Kingston and the couple has one son, Robert Wayne, bom December, 1953 . . . Leonard Swicklik received his doctorate in chemistry from the University of Pittsburg last June and is employed as a research chemist for Dupont in Richmond, Va. . . . Len is married to the former Mary Lou Marquardt, of New York, and they are re­ siding at 4010 Maury street, Richmond, Va. . . . Eu­ gene Maylock is teaching at Shickshinny and is serv­ ing as vice president of the Luzerne County Guidance Counselor's Association . . . John J. Surash is doing research and development work for the Duplan Cor­ poration at Charlotte, N. C., and is married to the former Marilyn Ann Graham of Pittston . . . He would like to hear from the old gang and his address is 2619 Poplar Drive, Route 8, Charlotte . . . Marvin Smith is working out of the valley as a business representa­ tive for amusement machines . .. Joseph V. Pringle is statistician at the Pennsylvania State Employment Service in Wilkes-Barre and married to the former Mary Alyce Kelly of Kingston . . . They have two children, Joseph, 4, and Kathleen, l‘/z . . .Armin GUI is selling Monroe Calculating machines out of the Scranton office ... He is the poppa of a little girl, Linda Ann, who is almost a year old . . . Drop him a liine at 118 Maltby avenue, Swoyerville . . . Norman Baum is now an attorney and has an office at 1300 H street, N.E., Washington .. . He's interested in help­ ing Marvin Walter, another Washington area resi­ dent, in forming a chapter there . . . Burton J. Thomas is teaching business subjects and serving as faculty manager of athletics at Medina High School, Medina, N. Y., and is working on master's degree at Columbia. CLASS of 1950 — John Usaitis finished engineer­ ing studies at Penn State in 1953 and is now working for Capitol Engineering Associates . . . Bob Fischer is employed as a research chemist for Cities Service Oil Company on Petty's Island in the middle of the Dela­ ware River . . .He married a Philadelphia girl almost a year ago and the couple resides at 5774 Irving ave­ nue, Merchantville, N. J. . . . June Williams Turley went on to receive her M.S. in chemistry at Penn State University and is at present studying biochem­ istry with emphasis on the determination of the struc­ ture of biochemicals using X-ray diffraction methods . . She is research assistant in the Department of Physics at Penn State . . . Luther Jones married the former Bib Vivian, '46, and is working for Sun Old Company at Montrose, Pa. . . . The couple has two children, Marjorie, 5, Jeffrey, 1 . . . Herbert Quick is teaching French and English at Thurmont (Md.) High School and working for a master's degree. r i Secretary’s Notebook By TOM MORAN '49 ■— ■ — Executive Secretary — Chapters in PhUadelphia and New York still have not responded with reports on their affairs through appointed reporters for "The Alumnus" . . . 'CLASS of 1951 — Willard G. Prater prepared for How about presidents of all chapters? . . . Ask some­ the ministry in the Episcopal Church at Bexley Hall one to handle the assignments and keep us informed Theological Seminary and is in the Bethlehem dio­ of the happenings so that we can report them in this cese ... He is married to Phyllis Deisher, '54 . . . quarterly . . . Think you'll agree that the slate of Sally R. Mittleman is a sixth grade teacher in the candidates for 1955 officer positions in the Alumni Montgomery County (Md.) school system . . . She Association was unique inasmuch as it couldn't help was married in June to Hammond Begun, a naval but provide a topnotch group of officers no matter veteran from Gardner, Mass. . . . Wade Hayhurst how the vote went. claims to be the sole member of the Virginia chapter, Robert Partridge, history teacher and founder which, he points out, facilitates the smooth operation and coach of soccer at Wilkes, will leave at the end of his unit, but doesn't make for much news . . . Rob­ of the spring semester to assume a new position in ert Levine completed his M.A. study in experimental Connecticut . . . Good luck, Bob, it is with deepest psychology at Graduate Faculty of the New School regret that we see you take leave . . . And who will for Social Research in New York City and considering ever forget his favorite greeting, "Nice to have you going to doctorate . . .Ollie Thomas is assistant foot­ aboard" — a throwback to his old Navy days . . . ball coach at West Pittston along with Jack Jones, '51, George Ralston is slated to complete his work for a and is married to the former Irene Sheplock, one­ doctorate next school year via a leave of absence time recorder at Wilkes . .. Shadrach Jones, doctor of optometry, recently opened his office in Wilkes-Barre ... Dr. Eugene S. Farley, president of Wilkes, re­ . . Eleanor West is now Mrs. William L. Crawford cently returned from a three-week business trip to and lives at 120 Spring street, Sayre, Pa. . .. She had Florida . . . The folks who ran the recent Open Col­ as her attendant Shirley Williams, '53, who is a re­ lege Wrestling Tournament did Wilkes a first-rate ceptionist at radio station WELM, Elmira . . . Fred turn from the standpoint of public relations . . . Al­ Hoffman, graduate of Boston University School of most every paper in the country carried at least a Theology, served as pastor. Congregational Church, small account and many provided considerable Troy, N. Y„ before shifting to work within the Meth­ space. odist Church last year ... He is married to the former Bill Griffith, one of the most popular campus per­ Joan Prall, RN, and hopes "our college" is still on sonalities in the history of Wilkes, received a record the advance . . . Elmo Begliomini, married and the number of votes during the recent officer election father of two children, is working in Montrose, Pa., as . . . Bill is enthusiastically working to build up in­ an accountant for Bendix Aviation . . . Bill Siglin, terest in the Philadelphia Chapter . . . Missed at the married to the former Norma Smith, West Pittston, homecoming were many of the people who should plans to be out of the Air Force next October and then by this time belong to the Philadelpnia chapter . . . continue schooling ... He is at Mountain Home AFB, Expect any day to near from some or our old friends Idaho . . . Sandy Chester is now the wife of Bill Holtz­ who are in the Atlanta, Ga., area ... In a short time man, Wilkes engineering '51, and helping him work you will hear about a fund-raising drive and the for his doctorate . . . They are residing at 739 E. Alton part that our group should play in it . . . Let's really street, Appleton, Wisconsin . . . Joe Gries has become do it up right and face a responsibility that for too a veteran employee at WJLS, Bradley, W. Va., and long we have been allowed to forget . . . Miss Mil­ is handling that station's public relations and plan­ dred Gittens, a real friend to everyone when they ning big television operations. were on campus, had an operation since the last CLASS of 1952 — J. M. Morse is employed at Alumnus and is now back at her old haunt — the Western Electric in Allentown along with another bookstore. Wilkes alumnus. Jack Semmer, and can be reached Lovers of good musical comedy are anxiously at 313 N. Main street, Coopersburg, Pa. . . . Edmund awaiting the next production by Cue 'n' Curtain and V. Niklewski is living at 1025 Spruce street, Philadel­ the Music Department . . . "Girl Crazy" was a tre­ phia, and working for a medical degree at Jefferson mendous hit and launched Wilkes as a truly great Medical College . . . Jean M. Lourinic is employed producer of fine theater in Wyoming Valley . . . as a microbiologist at Lederle Laboratories at Pearl Willres is becoming more and more a community River, N. Y. . . .She resides at 174 W. Washington college with its work in this field . . . Besides police­ avenue . . . John J. Yurek is teaching at Laurel High men, nurses, magistrates and many business people, School, Laurel, Del., and the father of a daughter, the military forces are assigning personnel to the Frances Jane, l’/z. campus for specialized training. Not much else to say this time, except keep in touch with us here at the alumni office. No matter how long you've been away or how long you stay away you will always remain a part of Wilkes Col­ lege. �Ml - pF ' I iLjfe I %i/'-z i’ « UJ »-• CT *1 i— -q • g y- s i' 33 S- _ w n <p < ,,r ■ CD T '.CH *■v cr-V\ c+ irft) o p* l I fa 18' • - £ fa § I' � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. 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Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumnus Winter 1955 Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Marketing and Communications Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Winter 1955 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Magazine https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/e149a6c0b706c2ed631c1c7ebc3e0518.pdf 9c424ee69cda8df1f2c852d348554f99 PDF Text Text the alumnus h " WILKES COLLEGE WILKES-BARRE, PENNSYLVANIA FALL 1954 SPECIAL HOMECOMING ISSUE �The Secretary THE ALUMNUS Volume I Freshmen Relax... October, 1954 Number 1 Published quarterly as the Wilkes College Bulletin lor the members of the Wilkes College Alumni Association. Offices are located in Chase Hall, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. Entered as second-class matter October 12, 1951 at the post office at Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, under the act of August 24, 1912, as amended by the act of August 4, 1947. Editor and Executive Secretary Thomas J. Moran '49 OFFICERS of ASSOCIATION President William Luetzel ? ■r. Vice President Donald L. Honeywell Secretary Beverly Meyers This is the first issue official publication of the Association and schedule a year — Fall, Winter, Sp It will be mailed to c bers of the association v on the roster in the Office The change from the tion was made so as to ret time provide a magazine-t] better serve the Associatic fering a wider variety of s Alumni Association c point reporters whose respi in information on their orgc Each issue of the Alumnui lions devoted to news fro * :! The Homecoming V November 19 and 20, pro] the history of the Wilkes tion. The officers and com have worked for the pa many hours at special m program that wilt provid delightful week-end at th' Treasurer Joseph Gudaitis CHAPTERS Philadelphia Officers for 1954-55 w< ber meeting of the assoc received within the next ft matter of electing new o return the ballots before be announced on the car Si Vester Vercoe, president New York The Cover Whenever former students of Wilkes College think of their days on the South River Street campus their first impression has to be of the beautiful grounds and buildings that surround the heart of the community college. ...After Hazing To all former students the beauty of Chase and Kirby Halls, the huge trees on the lawns surround­ ing those buildings and above all the sign that car­ ries the seal and the name of the college form a last­ ing picture that will always be a mental beacon re­ minding those who were once students of their col­ lege days at Wilkes. For that reason, a photographic attempt to re­ cord the scene was made and used on the front cover of the Fall issue of the Alumnus. Parking Probler Causes Student: Ever since the increa Wilkes College — imme of World War II — the bi been lack of parking spc The college authoritie with the great need for pa available all possible spc dents driving has made needs. A student committee Mayor Luther M. Kniifen his aid in solving the prol of parking restrictions on �The Secretary's Notebook THE ALUMNUS men Relax... Volume I October, 1954 Number 1 Published quarterly as the Wilkes College Bulletin for the members of the Wilkes College Alumni Association. Offices are located in Chase Hall, Wiikes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. Entered as second-class matter October 12, 1951 at the post office at Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, under the act of August 24, 1912, as amended by the act of August 4, 1947. Editor and Executive Secretary Thomas J. Moran '49 OFFICERS of ASSOCIATION President William Luetzel Vice President Donald L. Honeywell Secretary Beverly Meyers Treasurer Joseph Gudaitis CHAPTERS Philadelphia This is the first issue of the new Alumnus — official publication of the Wilkes College Alumni Association and scheduled for release four times a year — Fall, Winter, Spring and Summer. It will be mailed to approximately 2,000 mem­ bers of the association whose names are carried on the roster in the Office of the Alumni Secretary. The change from the newsletter type publica­ tion was made so as to reduce cost and at the same time provide a magazine-type publication that would better serve the Association and its members by of­ fering a wider variety of stories and photographs. Alumni Association chapters are urged to ap­ point reporters whose responsibility it will be to send in information on their organizations and individuals. Each issue of the Alumnus will contain special sec­ tions devoted to news from the chapters. *** The Homecoming Week-End, scheduled for November 19 and 20, promises to be the biggest in the history of the Wilkes College Alumni Associa­ tion. The officers and committees of the association have worked for the past two months, spending many hours at special meetings, to insure a good program that will provide you and yours with a delightful week-end at the college. * #* Officers for 1954-55 were nominated at the Octo­ ber meeting of the association and ballots will be received within the next few days. Please give this matter of electing new officers your attention and return the ballots before the deadline, which will be announced on the card. Sincerely, Vester Vercoe, president New York om Alumni Secretary The Cover Whenever former students of Wilkes College think of their days on the South River Street campus their first impression has to be of the beautiful grounds and buildings that surround the heart of the community college. ...After Hazing To all former students the beauty of Chase and Kirby Halls, the huge trees on the lawns surround­ ing those buildings and above all the sign that car­ ries the seal and the name of the college form a last­ ing picture that will always be a mental beacon re­ minding those who were once students of their col­ lege days at Wilkes. For that reason, a photographic attempt to re­ cord the scene was made and used on the front cover of the Fall issue of the Alumnus. Parking Problem Still Causes Students Worry Ever since the increase in student enrollment at Wilkes College — immediately following the end of World War II — the big problem on campus has been lack of parking space. The college authorities, in an effort to keep pace with the great need for parking facilities, have made available all possible space, but the number of stu­ dents driving has made it impossible to satisfy all needs. A student committee on parking plans to visit Mayor Luther M. Kniffen in the near future to enlist his aid in solving the problem by a possible relaxing of parking restrictions on streets near the school. �Alumni President Calls On Members T@ Extend M Effort To Achieve Biew Goals This Year Having served as your vice-president for more than half a year, I never expected to be asked one day to write what might Be titled "News and Views of the President" in the Alumni Bul­ letin. it is quite an honor and a privilege. In August our alumni president, Dan Williams, left WilkesBarre to accept a teaching position with the U.S. Army in Ger­ many. I am sure the best wishes of all the alumni go with him. With his leaving. Dan sent in a letter of resignation as president since he felt that his office required someone located much closer to the College. As vice-president, under Dan, I have become your alumni president by succession. Having worked with Dan as a fellow alumnus on numerous Association activi­ ties, I will do my utmost to complete his term of office as successfully as he be­ gan it. The third is to aid the College whenever and wherever pos. sible in fund raising drives. The Association will be asked in the coming months to assume a greater share in this responsibility. The attainment of objectives such as these require the help of all the alumni. Small groups are limited in their support. I heartily urge you all to join in attaining these goals. Those of you who have either lost contact or have been unable to devote much time to our projects in the past can help us by attending meetings, serving on our numerous committees, offering con­ structive suggestions for more efficiency in the organization. Help make the Association better than ever. In closing, I ask that all alumni members who are either residing or expect to be in the Wilkes-Barre area on Monday, November 1, please make a special effort to attend our business meeting. Sincerely, MR. LUETZEL To fill the vacancy in the vice-presi­ dential office, I have been very fortunate in enlisting the aid of an interested and loyal alumnus. I am pleased to announce that Donald Honeywell, a fairly recent president of our Association, was appoint­ ed and has accepted the vice-presidency for the remainder of the 1954 term of office. This year the aims of the officers has been to center the As­ sociation's energies cn the most important events in the Asso­ ciation's calendar, namely the awarding of the key to the out­ standing graduate of the year and the Senior Class reception following graduation, the Annual Homecoming and the Christ­ mas Dance. By the time the Bulletin reaches you, plans for Homecoming and the Christmas Dance will be satisfactorily formulated and work shall have begun. We hope they will be as successful as the graduation reception held for the Senior Class. Make your plans for these two events now and enlist your alumni friends. WILLIAM G. LUETZEL President, Wilkes College Alumni Association Donald Honeywell New Vice-President Don Honeywell, who served as president of the Wilkes Col­ lege Alumni Association in 1950-51, joined the organization's officers recently when he was named vice-ppresident to fill a vacancy created when William Luetzel moved into the key chair. In the preliminary informal meetings I have had with the other officers, Tom Moran, the Alumni Secretary, and representa­ tives from the College, I have encountered a strong feeling of optimism, enthusiasm and interest in not only the present plans and aims of the Association but also in the position the Associa­ tion can and should assume in its relation to the College and its alumni. This year might begin a new phase in the Association's de­ velopment. Several objectives are apparent at the moment and can serve as bases for future planning and action. The first objective before us is to organize our Association to a greater degree. Being so young an organization, it is not as yet fully organized in membership or in action. We must try to renew the interest of our less active alumni. More coordina­ tion and singleness of purpose in overall projects should be sought between our chapters and the home body. The second is in promoting Wilkes College by suggesting Wilkes to high school seniors and by aiding the placement bureau in securing leads on employment for graduates. Luetzel became president when Danny Williams, elected as head of the asso­ ciation a year ago, accepted a teaching post in Germany. lib Honeywell graduated from Wilkes in 1949. He was a veteran of World War II and was called to active duty with the Air Force again in 1951. During his term as president he was faced with the task of heading a com­ mittee that revised the Alumni Constitution, MR. HONEYWELL •a job that required many long hours. His work as president was outstanding as he created new interest in the Association and started the movement c’ for an alumni scholarship fund that would be used to help needy students. He is associated with Deemer and Company in Wilkes-Bane, along with being affiliated with the Air Force Reserve, the Junior Chamber of Commerce and various other civic organizations. Two of the scenes that took place during Fresh­ man Week when Theta Delta Rho, women s sorority on campus, honored the new girls at a tea. New Freshman Class Largest in History A record freshman class began its academic work at Wilkes College this fall. Despite continued high entrance requirements and a careful selection of all applicants the number surpassed the count of any previous year's group admitted to the institution. An indication of the type student admitted was found in the report that 39 of the new class were vale­ dictorians, salutatorians, or ranked third in their graduating class at their respective high schools. Of the group, 16 were presidents of their senior classes and four were student council presidents. And adding even more promise to the incoming group as it began its first year of college work was the fact that 54 members were on high school honor rolls. The new class was welcomed by Dean of Men George F. Ralston and then embarked on a threeday orientation program before starting the regular freshman orientation program, which lasts several weeks. Many members of the new class are from out of the valley, an indication that the reputation of the college is being carried to people of other communi­ ties by the institution's many ambassadors. r I �dent Calls On Members To Extend 't To Achieve New Goals This Year x vice-president for more than half a )e asked one day to write what might s of the President" in the Alumni Buland a privilege. president, Dan Williams, left WilkesI position v/ith the U.S. Army in Gerwishes of all the alumni go v/ith him. in a letter of resignation as president required someone located much closer jresident, under Dan, I have become alumni president by succession, ing worked with Dan as a fellow inus on numerous Association activiI will do my utmost to complete his . oi' office as successfully as he beit. The third is to aid the College whenever and wherever pos­ sible in fund raising drives. The Association will be asked in the coming months to assume a greater share in this responsibility. The attainment of objectives such as these require the help of all the alumni. Small groups are limited in their support. I heartily urge you all to join in attaining these goals. Those of you who have either lost contact or have been unable to devote much time to our projects in the past can help us by attending meetings, serving on our numerous committees, offering con­ structive suggestions for more efficiency in the organization. Help make the Association better than ever. In closing. I ask that all alumni members who are either residing or expect to be in the Wilkes-Barre area on Monday, November 1, please make a special effort to attend our business meeting. Sincerely, To fill the vacancy in the vice-presitial office, I have been very fortunate inlisting the aid of an interested and tl alumnus. I am pleased to announce Donald Honeywell, a fairly recent ident of our Association, was appointand has accepted the vice-presidency remainder o' the 1954 term. ci office. ths c’iiccrs Les been. to center the Ase most important events in the Assothc awarding of the key to the cutye nr and the Senior Class reception Ann tic. 1 Homecoming -and the Chrisi- in. reaches you, plans for Homecoming ..ill be satisfactorily formulated and We hope they will be as successful •on held for the Senior Class. Make ■ events now and enlist your alumni formal meetings I have had with the the Alumni Secretary, and representahave encountered a strong feeling of interest in not only the present plans 5n but also in the position the Associa­ te in its relation to the College and its i a nev/ phase in the Association's detives are apparent at the moment and ure planning and action. ■foie us is to organize our Association ng so young an organization, it is not membership or in action. We must try >ur less active alumni. More coordinajose in overall projects should be sought I the home body. omoting Wilkes College by suggesting ors and by aiding the placement bureau ployment for graduates. WILLIAM G. LUETZEL President, Wilkes College Alumni Association t : : jk Honeywell New Vice-President Don Honeywell, who served as president of the Wilkes Col­ lege Alumni Association in 1950-51, joined the organization's officers recently when he was named vice-ppresident to fill a vacancy created when William Luetzel moved into the key chair. Luetzel became president when Danny Williams, elected as head of the asso- c.at.cn a year ago, accepted a teaching pest in Germany. Honeywell graduated from Wilkes in 1949. He v/as a veteran of World War II and was called to active duty with the Air Force again in 1951. During his term as president he v/as faced v/ith the task of heading a committee that revised the Alumni Constitution, MR. HONEYWELL a job that required many long hours. His work as president v/as outstanding as he created nev/ interest in the Association and started the movement for an alumni scholarship fund that v/ould be used to help needy students. Ho is associated with Deemer and Company in Wilkes-Barre, along with being affiliated with the Air Force Besorvo. the Junior Chamber of Commerce and various other civic organizations. Two of the scenes that took place during Fresh­ man Week when Theta Delta Rho. women's sorority on campus, honored the new girls at a tea. New Freshman Class Largest in History A record freshman class began its academic work at Wilkes College this fall. Despite continued high entrance requirements and a careful selection of all applicants the number surpassed the count of any previous year's group admitted to the institution. An indication of the type student admitted was found in the report that 39 of the new class were vale­ dictorians, salutatorians, or ranked third in their graduating class at their respective high schools. Of the group, 16 were presidents of their senior classes and four were student council presidents. And adding even more promise to the incoming group as it began its first year of college work was the fact that 54 members were on high school honor rolls. The new class was welcomed by Dean of Men George F. Ralston and then embarked on a threeday orientation program before starting the regular freshman orientation program, which lasts several weeks. Many members of the new class are from out of the valley, an indication that the reputation of the college is being carried to people of other communi­ ties by the institution's many ambassadors. �New Cc Nine Nominated For 1955 Alumni Positions; Savitz, Luetzel Selected For Presidency Ballots will be received 2,000 persons on the rolls Alumni Association as the elect a new slate of officers soon by approximately of the Wilkes College organization moves to for 1955. Nine members were selected by the nominating committee and from the floor at the October meeting to run for the top offices of president, vice president, secretary and treasurer. Attorney Joseph Savitz, who has his office in Wilkes-Barre, and William Luetzel, recently moved up from the vice presidency to fill out the remainder of the 1954 term vacated by Dan Williams, were nominated for president. recent graduate, for the office of treasurer. Mrs. Rhuea Williams Culp, fomer BUJC student, and Mrs. Ruth Jones were selected as the candidates for the office of secretary. The nominations, both those made by the presi­ dent's committee and selected from the floor, were approved according to the Association's Constitu­ tion at the October meeting. Ballots will be mailed to members of the Asso­ ciation before October 20th with the deadline set for midnight, according to postmark, Wednesday, November 10th. A former Wilkes College Alumni president, Donald L. Honeywell, was among three nominated for the vice presidency. Also nominated for this pest were Joseph Donnelly, member of the English Department and Bucknell Junior College graduate, and Attorney Thomas E. Brislin, another BUJC gradu­ ate, who has his offices in this city. The ballots will be counted by a special com­ mittee of three, appointed by Executive Alumni Se­ cretary Tom Moran, and the results made known at the Homecoming Dance on Saturday evening, No­ vember 20th. Attorney Gifford Cappellini, also a Wilkes-Barre lawyer, was nominated, along with Jim Richardson, Also listed on the ballot will be the names of nominees for the four offices of members-at-large. Alumni Pick Dec. 25th For Christmas Dance Students To Compete fn Campus Decorating For Wilkes Homecoming The annual Wilkes College Alumni Association Christmas Dance will be held on Christmas night in the Crystal Ballroom of the Hotel Sterling. Cc-chairmen of the affair are Dr. William Myers, former Wilkes football player, and Joseph Gudaitis, also a Wilkes graduate. Music for the affair will be supplied by Jack Melton and his orchestra. The affair has long been one of the highlights of the Alumni Association's annual program and has always been one of the biggest attractions for those living in the valley and the graduates working away from here. It is expected that this year's Christmas Dance —which, incidentally, falls on a Saturday night— will attract a record crowd because of the large gra­ duating classes in recent years and the steadily in­ creasing interest in the Association's activities. Members of the committee are: Music, Loretta Ferris and Ray Kay. Publicity, Jean Kochan and Don Honeywell. Assisting will be: Rhuea Williams Culp, William Luetzel, Jack Kloeber, Joseph Savitz, Jack Culp, Mabel Fay Richards and Ralph Connor. Tickets will be distributed to Alumni members three weeks before the dance and will also be avail­ able at the door. New officers will take office on January 1, according to constitutonal procedure. Once again this year students will be called upon to share m the Homecoming Program bv decorating the buildings on the Wilkes College campus. As in the past, the Alumni Association will offer a trophy to the organization responsible for the most committee. P ay “S jUdged by a speciaI alumni . stand°rds the committee in charge of judgmg has agreed upon will be based on originality. Homecommg theme, color and lighting. ., Judgil^ will take place on Friday night wm^e any Ho™ecomin9 — and the winner oAVa -h te ced °nd Presented with the trophy ball aahme °f the Wilkes-Moravian foot drum9 Saturday afternoon at Kingston Staof th^ Ifn,S,SlblEt)tGn points can be awarded for each aro m rlnh ) 91ng cate9ories- The organization, ber of receives ‘he highest num­ ber of.points will be declared the winner. ford ?0Inmittee consists of Attorney Gifson F Tn1®1' ^h°lrmant Ruth Punshon Jones NelStookev Frr, 1' ^Yanne Prank Rosenn, Shirley Tiorhlnr D .n J°bn O Malley, Lenore Linshes tern Will? t ^nC!rr Pearsa11' ^an Grabowski Mat­ tern, William L. Matter and Attorney Elmer J. Harris. Become fa Mr. Welton G. Farrar > Mrs. Ruth Roberts Development Director, News Officer Named Two appointments — one as director of develop­ ment and die other as head of the college news bu­ reau -— were announced at the opening of the 1954-55 school year by President Eugene S. Farley. Welton G. Farrar, well known member of the Economics Department at Wilkes, was appointed director of development and Mrs. Ruth Roberts, for­ mer member of the English Department at Wyoming Seminary, took over the duties in the college news bureau. The offices of development and news have been shifted to the main room on the third floor of Chase Hall — a space that until this year was occupied by the women's lounge and during the days of the junior college was the men's lounge. Farrar is a graduate of the University of Penn­ sylvania in 1947 and received his Master's Degree, with distinction, from the same institution in 1948. He served in the U. S. Merchant Marine in 1942 and the following year began a two-year tour with the Upperclas opening of tht the proud own place ■— the n Wilkes Collegi The latest Harding Houst former residenc The new s rear of Chase smdents. Dr. 1 the dormitory dormitory dinin teria. Naturally, ■ to be provided bers of the col of the summer rior of the strut A beautifu outside of the b Franklin Street, was revealed. The floors i and white chec green with whi On the firs the rear room kitchens are at smoking will h front. It will alt of the cafeteria, dining room. Gilbert Me board of trustee cially be know: nishings of the Clintock and 1 daughter of Jud years ago. Th, Valley as are s U. S. Navy. In his present duties, he will combine fund rais­ ing with the general supervision of publications, pub­ licity and alumni relations. During the past summer, Farrar worked on a business in education grant at the Travelers Insurance Company in Hartford. Mrs. Roberts, a graduate of Goucher College, is the mother of three children, two of which are now students at Wyoming Seminary, where the new appointee taught for four years. She joined the Wilkes College staff last year as an assistant in the public relations and alumni office. Mrs. Roberts, who has completed study at Cor­ nell for her M.A. in English, has the responsibility of gathering, writing and distributing news releases connected with the activities at Wilkes College. ■M Hare �New Campus Property Becomes Snack Bar tfominated For 1955 Alumni Positions; Luetzel Selected For Presidency be received on the rolls aiion as the ite of officers soon by approximately of the Wilkes College organization moves to for 1955. >ers were selected by the nominating from the floor at the October meeting p offices of president, vice president, reasurer. iseph Savitz, who has his office in nd William Luetzel, recently moved s presidency to fill out the remainder m vacated by Dan Williams, were ^resident. Wilkes College Alumni president, sywell, was among three nominated esidency. Also nominated for this >h Donnelly, member of the English i Bucknell Junior College graduate, tomas E. Brislin. another BUJC graduis offices in this city. recent graduate, for the office of treasurer. Mrs. Rhuea Williams Culp, fomer BUJC student, and Mrs. Ruth Jones were selected as the candidates for the office of secretary. The nominations, both those made by the presi­ dent's committee and selected from the floor, were approved according to the Association's Constitu­ tion at the October meeting. Ballots will be mailed to members of the Asso­ ciation before October 20th with the deadline set for midnight, according to postmark, Wednesday, November 10th. The ballots will be counted by a special com­ mittee of three, appointed by Executive Alumni Se­ cretary Tom Moran, and the results made known at the Homecoming Dance on Saturday evening, No­ vember 20th. New officers will take office on January 1, ac­ cording to constitutonal procedure. fford Cappellini, also a Wilkes-Barre tninaied, along with Jim Richardson, Also listed on the ballot will be the names of nominees for the four offices of members-at-large. PzcA Dec. 25th stmas Dance Students To Compete In Campus Decorating For Wilkes Homecoming Wilkes College Alumni Association e will be held on Christmas night in room of the Hotel Sterling. i of the affair are Dr. William Myers, Dotball player, and Joseph Gudaitis, raduate. he affair will be supplied by Jack orchestra. as long been one of the highlights isociation's annual program and has e of the biggest attractions for those ey and the graduates working away id that this year's Christmas Dance itally, falls on a Saturday night— ord crowd because of the large gra­ in recent years and the steadily in­ in the Association's activities. the committee are: Music, Loretta lay. Publicity, Jean Kochan and Don isting will be: Rhuea Williams Culp, Jack Kloeber, Joseph Savitz, Jack Z Richards and Ralph Connor. be distributed to Alumni members ire the dance and will also be avail- Once again this year students will be called upon to share in the Homecoming Program by de­ corating the buildings on the Wilkes College campus. As in the past, the Alumni Association will offer a trophy to the organization responsible for the most attractive display as judged by a special alumni committee. The standards the committee in charge of judg­ ing has agreed upon will be based on originality, Homecoming theme, color and lighting. The judging will take place on Friday night — the first day of the Homecoming — and the winner will be announced and presented with the trophy at the halftime period of the Wilkes-Moravian football game on Saturday afternoon at Kingston Stadium. A. possible ten points can be awarded for each of tne four judging categories. The organization, group, club or sorority that receives the highest num­ ber of points will be declared the winner. The judging committee consists of Attorney Gif­ ford Cappellini, chairman; Ruth Punshon Jones, Nel­ son F. Jones, Sallyanne Frank Rosenn, Shirley Stookey Frank, John F. O'Malley, Lenore Linshes Tischler, Doris Kanarr Pearsall, Jean Grabowski Mat­ tern, William L. Matter and Attorney Elmer J. Harris. Mr. Welton G. Farrar Mrs. Ruth Roberts Development Director, News Officer Named Two appointments — one as director of develop­ ment and the other as head of the college news bu­ reau — were announced at the opening of the 1954-55 school year by President Eugene S. Farley. Welton G. Farrar, well known member of the Economics Department at Wilkes, was appointed director of development and Mrs. Ruth Roberts, for­ mer member of the English Department at Wyoming Seminary, took over the duties in the college news bureau. The offices of development and news have been shifted to the main room on the third floor of Chase Hall — a space that until this year was occupied by the women's lounge and during the days of the junior college was the men's lounge. Farrar is a graduate of the University of Penn­ sylvania in 1947 and received his Master's Degree, with distinction, from the same institution in 1948. He served in the U. S. Merchant Marine in 1942 and the following year began a two-year tour with the U. S. Navy. Upperclassmen and freshmen returning for the opening of the new school year found themselves the proud owners of a new snack bar and meeting place — the result of a new property added to the Wilkes College campus. The latest addiiion to the campus block was the Harding House at 141 South Franklin Street —- a former residence of the Harding famiily for 175 years. The new snack bar will replace the cafeteria, rear of Chase Hall, as the gathering place of day s.udents. Dr. Farley explained that the growth of the dormitory population forced the switch of the dormitory dining hall from Sterling Hall to the cafe­ teria. A Naturally, with the switch, another building had to be provided for day students and faculty. Mem­ bers of the college maintenance staff worked most of the summer renovating and remodeling the inte­ rior of the structure. A beautiful interior resulted and work on the outside of the building, middle of the block on South Franklin Street, is scheduled for the near future, it was revealed. The floors of the five-room snack bar are green and white checked tile and the walls are finished in green with white and pine woodwork. On the first floor are three rooms with tables, the rear room housing the actual snack bar. The kitchens are at the extreme rear. A room in which smoking will be permitted is on the second floor front. It will also have tables as did the second floor of the cafeteria. Also on the second floor is a faculty dining room. Gilbert McClintock, chairman of the Wilkes board of trustees, stated that the building would offi­ cially be known as Harding House. Funds for fur­ nishings of the building were provided by Atty Mc­ Clintock and Mrs. Marian Curtin Winsor, grand­ daughter of Judge Harding, who built the house 175 years ago. The home is a landmark of Wyoming Valley as are several other Wilkes buildings. In his present duties, he will combine fund rais­ ing with the general supervision of publications, pub­ licity and alumni relations. During the past summer, Farrar worked on a business in education grant at the Travelers Insurance Company in Hartford. Mrs. Roberts, a graduate of Goucher College, is the mother of three children, two of which are now students at Wyoming Seminary, where the new appointee taught for four years. She joined the Wilkes College staff last year as an assistant in the public relations and alumni office. Mrs. Roberts, who has completed study at Cor­ nell for her M.A. in English, has the responsibility of gathering, writing and distributing news releases connected with the activities at Wilkes College. Harding House recently acquired �Homecoming, The blue and gold colors of Wilkes College will fly in welcome to the sons and daughters of the bearded Colonel on Friday and Saturday, November 19 and 20. wi Dr lis It will be Homecoming! And that traditional week-end period will be an open invitation to the many hundreds of former students to once again take part in the friendliness and warm spirit that surrounds the community col­ lege. The Colonel himself will ride the gridiron as a climax to the daytime affairs when the Wilkes eleven takes to the field to battle a team that calls itself Moravian and dares to invade the two-day period of rejoicing and get-together by alumni with an army of gridders who offer challenge to the sons of Wilkes. HOMECOMING COMMITTEE — Members of the 1954-55 Wilkes College Alumni Association's annual get-together committee are shown following one of the many late-hour sessions held in the main lounge of Chase Hall. Committee chairmen and their That there will be a lively time is certain. Too long have the loyal members of the Homecoming Committee, under Co-Chairmen Thomas Brislin and Russ Williams, worked to complete plans for what will easily pass as the finest Homecoming in the history of the college. workers spent many long hours planning the Novem­ ber 19-20 affair. Left to right, front rew: William Luetzel, president: Miriam Long, Attorney Thomas Brislin. Second row: Dr. Robert Kerr, Attorney Gif­ ford Cappellini and Joseph Gudaitis. The week-end of college activity begins offi­ cially on Friday night when an informal reception will be held at the Kingston House. This get-togeth­ er will not begin until 9:30 and will continue until after midnight, so that folks arriving in the valley from out-of-town can feel free to just drop in and meet the rest of the gang that dropped in before them. The PROGRAM Friday, November 19th 8:30 p.m. "Girl Crazy" — musical (Conducted by Cue 'n' Curtain Club) 9:30 p.m. Informal Reception Meyers High School Kingston House Saturday, November 20th 9:00 a.m. to Noon Registration, Tours, Visiting 10:30 a.m. Alumni Council Meeting 11:30 a.m. Luncheon Meeting Main Lounge, Chase Hall Lecture Hall __ 1:15 p.m. Colonel Caravan Parades 2:30 p.m. Wilkes vs. Moravian 7:00 p.m. Cocktail Party - Dinner - Dance Main Cafeteria Chase Hall - Stadium Kingston Stadium - - Hotel Sterling J Ki; at in siti lec pa E i hig the Loi jim ma ver Lee lad Crc Go: Registration begins, the next morning at 9 and continues through noon in the main lounge of Chase Hall. we' Kai At 10:30 a.m. the Alumni Council will meet, as called for in the constitution, to go over the 1953-54 accomplishments and to make plans for the 1954-55 year. Strong emphasis will be placed on reports by the Philadelphia and New York Chapters. Othercommunities will also be considered for chapter ap­ proval. ten Kn< Shi Joh Wil �A A COMMITTEE — Members oi ihe College Alumni Association's annual nmittee are shown following one of our cessions held in the main lounge Committee chairmen and their history of the college. workers spent many long hours planning the Novem­ ber 19-20 affair. Left to right, front row: William Luetzel, president; Miriam Long, Attorney Thomas Brislin. Second row: Dr. Robert Kerr, Attorney Gif­ ford Cappellini and Joseph Gudaitis. The week-end of college activity begins offi­ cially on Friday night when an informal reception will be held at the Kingston House. This get-togeth­ er will not begin until 9:30 and will continue until after midnight, so that folks arriving in the valley from out-of-town can feel free to just drop in and meet the rest of the gang that dropped in before them. The PROGRAM Registration begins, the next morning at 9 and continues through noon in the main lounge of Chase Hall. jer 19th "Girl Crazy" — musical (Conducted by Cue 'n' Curtain Club) Informal Reception Meyers High School Kingston House jmber 20th to Noon Registration, Tours, Visiting Main Lounge, Chase Hall 5 ■ At 10:30 a.m. the Alumni Council will meet, as called for in the constitution, to go over the 1953-54 accomplishments and to make plans for the 1954-55 year. Strong emphasis will be placed on reports rmrl Npw York Chanters. Other man; Dr. Frank Speicher, Stewart Colman, Ann Treveryan Speicher, Joseph B. Farrell, Esq., Al Colman, Leon Wazeter, Alberta Novick Killian. Luncheon Meeting — Shirley Salsburg, Chair­ lady; Rhuea Williams Culp, June Owens. Football Arrangements — Jack Feeney, Norman Cross, George Lewis, Jack Jones, Olin Thomas, Bob Gorgas. Cocktails - Buffet - Supper - Dance — Don Honey­ well, Murray Hartman, Clayton Karembelas, Jack Kam, Joseph Savitz, Esq., Ray Jacobs, Miriam Long. Reservations — Jack Culp, Chairman; Dot Winterstein, Jack Kloeber, Allen Bloomburg. Judging — Gifford Cappellini, Chairman; Doris Knarr Piersail, Ruth Puncheon Jones, Nelson Jones, Shirlev Stookev Frank, Sallvanne Frank Rosenn. �Philadelphia and N. Y. Have Alumni Chapters Wilkes College Alumni Associa­ tion Chapters have been organiz­ ed and operating in Philadelphia and New York City. As of now, two other chapters loom as possibilities before the end of the 1954-55 school year. They are the Johnson City area and Wil­ mington. Police take time for classes New English Prof. Dr. Haddin,| Author, Artist, Educator ' 1 Nurses seek advance credits Magistrates, Police, Nurses Take Courses At Community College The lights blaze late four nights a week on the Wilkes College campus as it continues its roll as a community college, dedicated to help a community that has helped it. And the finest examples of the work the college is doing through its Evening School program, under Director Stanley Wasileski, can be seen in the courses that are designed to benefit such specialized groups as justices of peace and aidermen, police officers and nurses. Several local hospitals are now sending student nurses to Wilkes College to complete their work to­ ward B.S. degrees in Nursing. Through the guidance of Dr. Hugo V. Mailey, head of the Political Science Department, and the aid of the Public Service Institute, Department of Public Instruction, aidermen and justices of peace, as well as city, county and suburban police officers, responded with enthusiasm to the courses offered in their fields by the College. Dr. George G. Raddin, new associate professor of English, is not only a man of wide teaching ex­ perience, but the product of another of his interests, painting, can be found in the personal collection of King Haakon VII of Norway. Dr. Raddin holds the degrees of bachelor of arts, master of arts, and doctor of philosophy from Colum­ bia University. His teaching has been done in the field of humanities, western civilization, American literature and 17th and 18th century English litera­ ture. He has taught at Rutgers, Columbia and most recently. City College of New York. In addition to being a teacher and a painter. Dr. Raddin is also an author. Three of his latest books have just been given to the Wilkes library. They deal with the early literary history of New York. Previously published works by Dr. Raddin are "An Early New York Library of Fiction" and "Childe Hassam". Both of these works appeared in 1940. Though he has had a long and varied teaching experience. Dr. Raddin is also known in his home community of Dover, N. J., for his painting and art lovers in the vicinity have often viewed his work. He has exhibited his paintings for 25 years with groups in New Jersey, New York and Pennsyl­ vania. Composi­ tions from his brush are to be found in various private col­ lections as well as that of the king of Norway. Dr. Raddin is cur­ rently residing at 93 West Union Street, Wilkes-Barre and is teaching E n g 1 i sh composition, West­ ern World literature and Aesthetics at Wilkes. The Philadelphia Chapter, ganized on October 18, 1952, is the oldest and apparently the strong­ est with Vester V. Vercoe current­ ly serving as president. The Philadelphia Chapter's pur­ pose, as carried in its constitution, serves as a guide for other chap­ ters: "To provide fellowship for alum­ ni of Wilkes College; to encourage a better informed alumni body; and to establish a medium for serving the college in this com­ munity." The New York City Chapter was organized following the formation of the one in the City of Brotherly Love, but still has not submitted a complete list of officers to the main alumni office, although representa­ tives of that chapter have promis­ ed to provide information concern­ ing the formation and operation of the New York City branch of the Alumni Association. It is the intention of the main college alumni office to help the organized chapters grow stronger through more direct ties with the college and to aid groups of reas­ onable size form chapters in their localities. The Alumnus, official publica­ tion of the Alumni Association, will devote several pages each quar­ ter to the information submitted by the Chapter reporters. Groups interested in organizing chapters are urged to contact the alumni office at the college. Faculty women concl Wilkes To Teach USAFR Meteorology Wilkes College has been given a contract by the U. S. government to conduct classes in meteorology for members of the Air Force Re­ serve. Dr. Charles Reif, chairman of the biology department, will di­ rect and instruct the classes. There will be 24 classes which will continue until June 15. Thirty men from the Air Force Reserve will be allowed to attend each class. V F c t I c n e c I c i A S c Cue 'n' Curtain Selects 'Girl Crazy' Performers Final preparations for the first Cue 'n' Curtain presentation of the year are now in full lull swing at Chase Theater. Mr. Alfred Groh and Mr. John Detroy announced the cast for "Girl Crazy", a musical comedy, recently. The leading roles will be played by Mrs. John Detroy, Fred Cohn, Skinny Ennis, Basia Mieszkowski, and Paul Shiffer. Supporting players include: Bill Crowder, Bruce Williams, Nancy Batcheler, Jane Obitz, Britton Kile, Natalie Rudusky, and Jim Jones. The musical will be staged on November 19 and 20 at the Irem Temple. Miss Lois Long is choreo­ grapher. C I s A I I I 1 t t c E v 1 t e c �istrates listen to lecture J8&- -- A - -i seek advance credits Police, ake Courses riunity College □laze late four nights a v/eek on the campus as it continues its roll as a ege, dedicated to help a community 1 it test examples of the work the college h its Evening School program, under ly Wasileski, can be seen in the 2 designed to benefit such specialized ices of peace and aidermen, police rrses. :al hospitals are now sending student es College to complete their work torees in Nursing. re guidance of Dr. Hugo V. Medley, olitical Science Department, and the blic Service Institute, Department of ion, aidermen and justices of peace, , county and suburban police officers, □ enthusiasm to the courses offered in the College. literature and 17th and 18th century English litera­ ture. He has taught at Rutgers, Columbia and most recently. City College of Nev/ York. In addition to being a teacher and a painter, Dr. Raddin is also an author. Three of his latest books have just been given to the Wilkes library. They deal with the early literary history of New York. Previously published v/orks by Dr. Raddin are "An Early New York Library of Fiction" and "Childe Hassam". Both of these works appeared in 1940. Though he has had a long and varied teaching experience. Dr. Raddin is also known in his home community of Dover, N. J., for his painting and art lovers in the vicinity have often viewed his work. He has exhibited his paintings for 25 years with groups in New Jersey, New York and Pennsylvania. Composi­ tions from his brush are to be found in various private col­ lections as well as that of the king of Norway. Dr. Raddin is cur­ rently residing at 93 West Union Street, Wilkes-Barre and is teaching E n g 1 i sh composition. West­ ern World literature and Aesthetics at Wilkes. serving the college in this com­ munity." The New York City Chapter was organized following the formation of the one in the City of Brotherly Love, but still has not submitted a complete list of officers to the main alumni office, although representa­ tives of that chapter have promis­ ed to provide information concern­ ing the formation and operation of the New York City branch of the Alumni Association. It is the intention of the main college alumni office to help the organized chapters grow stronger through more direct ties with the college and to aid groups of reas­ onable size form chapters in their localities. The Alumnus, official publica­ tion of the Alumni Association, will devote several pages each quar­ ter to the information submitted by the Chapter reporters. Groups interested in organizing chapters are urged to contact the alumni office at the college. for members of the Air Force Re­ serve. Dr. Charles Reif, chairman of the biology department, will di­ rect and instruct the classes. There will be 24 classes which will continue until June 15. Thirty men from the Air Force Reserve will be allowed to attend each class. Cue 'n' Curtain Selects 'Girl Crazy' Performers Final preparations for the first Cue 'n' Curtain presentation of the year are now in full swing at Chase Theater. Mr. Alfred Groh and Mr. John Detroy announced the cast for "Girl Crazy", a musical comedy, recently. The leading roles will be played by Mrs. John Detroy, Fred Cohn, Skinny Ennis, Basia Mieszkowski, and Paul Shiffer. Supporting players include: Bill Crowder, Bruce Williams, Nancy Batcheler, Jane Obitz, Britton Kile, Natalie Rudusky, and Jim Jones. The musical will be staged on November 19 and 20 at the Irem Temple. Miss Lois Long is choreo­ grapher. The photo above shows the members of the organization gath­ ered after the opening meeting — a luncheon at the newly acquired Harding House on South Franklin Street. Hostesses for that day were Mrs. John Whitby, chairman; Mrs. Welton G. Farrar, Mrs. Francis Salley, Mrs. Eugene Hammer, Mrs. Sheldon Curtis and Mrs. John J. Chwalek. Officers are: Mrs. Welton G. Farrar, president; Miss Ruth Jes­ see, vice president; Mrs. Stanley Young, secretary; and Mrs. Nada Vujica, treasurer. Members of the Executive Committee are: Mrs. Helen Bitler Hawkins, Mrs. John J. Chwalek, Mrs. Dana H. Verry, Mrs. Francis J. Salley. Mrs. Ger­ trude Doane and Mrs. Alfred Bastress. Scheduled as the guest speaker at the November 5 meeting is Dr. Eugene Farley, college president, who will address the group on the Near East. Dr. Farley recently re­ turned from a tour of that part of the world and has been lecturing extensively before civic and church groups on his experiences abroad. �. .o A few notes about. . From time to time the alumni office in Chase Hall is happy to receive bits of information from old friends who once considered this building the "nerve center" of Wilkes College. Never forget that we are interested in knowing what you are doing. The recent mailbag samplings disclose that: Joe Pawlak, '51, is working for the government as an electronics instructor at Fort Monmouth, N. J., and claims he is still "foot-loose and free" . . . John B. Merritt, '49, who is married to Jane Korper, '48, is a salesman for the Philip Carey Mfg. Co. . . The couple has three daughters . . . Donald R. Law, '52, is fresh out of the Army after being discharged from his last station at Fort Belvoir, Va. . . . He is married to the former Elaine Bogan, '54. Among the most active local alumni is M. Lloyd Davies, who is a test engineer for the Pennsylvania Power & Light Company at Hazleton. . . . Lloyd grad­ uated from Bucknell Unversity with a mechanical engineering major in 1949. ... A. J. Fladd, '44, is currently employed by Roushey and Smith Engin­ eers and Consultants in Wilkes-Barre. . . He taught for five years as an assistant professor with the Penn State Extension in Wilkes-Barre and Philadelphia. . . . And another engineer, John Selinsky, is married and the father of a daughter. ... He is with the West­ inghouse Corporation in New Brunswick. N. J. . . . Charles W. Watson, married to the former Mary E. Martin, is living in Wilmington, Del., and continuing his studies at the University of Delaware College of Chemical Engineering. One of the group attending medical school abroad is Robert Kaelsch, who is studying at the Uni­ versity of Paris, France... . Robert Morgan completed his work for a master's degree at Bucknell during the summer and is currently the principal of the Frank­ lin street school in Plymouth. . . . Marilyn Sickler is teaching home economics at North Wales, Pa., and reports that she is enjoying it very much . . . David S. Davis is a member of the New York Alumni Chap­ ter and is employed as a chemist at Hercules Pow­ der Company in Kinvil, N. J. . . . Sara Schultz Jones, '50, is now living in Bethlehem, Pa., where her hus­ band is employed in the Bell Telephone Laborato­ ries. . . . They have one daughter, Barbara Ann, born December 9, 1952. . . . Dorothy Snyder Strobl is liv­ ing in Mountain Top. . . . She was married in 1948 and moved to Florida, where a son was bom. ... A son arrived in the family when the couple returned to Wilkes-Barre in 1951. R. Barry Jordan recently graduated from the Lincoln Chiropractic College in Indianapolis, Ind. . . . Bob Sanders, recent graduate, is currently an officer with the U. S. Army. ... He was married in 1952 ,o Shirley Smith of Kingston. . . . Marianne Hofman and Dick Scripp recently tied the knot . . . Doris Thomas Loughman, now living in York, is sticking strictly to household duties with a boy, 3, and a girl, 2, after having had nine years of teaching experience. . . . Bob Gill reports as a geophysicist and geochemist with the Gulf Oil Research and Development Com­ pany. . . . Albert L. Dondosta, '48, is employed as an accountant with Western Electric in Allentown. . . . Joseph M. Hiznay, '49, is an engineer with the Inter­ national Business Machines in Endicott, N. Y. . . . Would like to hear from some of the old gang. . . . His address is 308 Odell Avenue, Endicott, N. Y. Dr. Robert F. Babskie, M.D., is currently engaged in private practice in Nanticoke. . . He graduated from Bucknell Junior College in 1942. . . . And Mrs. Dorothy Smailes Nutt sends greetings from Lincoln, Neb. . . . She is married to the Reverend Richard W. Nutt, minister to Methodist students at .he University of Nebraska. ... J. Dallas Shepherd, who saw recall flight service in Korea after graduating from Wilkes, has become well known as an attorney vhrough Wyoming Valley . . . Alex K’otch is currently livmg at 40 Coral Drive, Brookview Apanments, Claymom, Del. . . . Robert E. Barnum. married to the former Irma Watkins, is the father of two children and employed as an engineer with Esso Laboratories in Linden, N.J. . . . Jean Hartman Crawley and husband, John, are livng in Philadelphia and have one daughter, Ann, 2. . . . William Holak, who attended Wilkes from 1947 to 1949, is completing his studies for a doctorate in physics at Penn State University. Dr. Earl J. Rhoades, M.D., is currently residing at 241 Edwards street. New Haven, Conn. ... He is married to the former Nancy Hamond and his prac­ tice is limited to orthopedic surgery. ... Lt. Gerard P. Finn, Jr., married to the former Rita Collins, is on active duty with the Navy. ... He was employed as an accountant with General Electric in Johnson City, N. Y„ before entering the service. . . . Barbara May McConologue is now residing at 182 South Sherman street, Wilkes-Barre. . . . And Leonard Horchos, who resides at 800 Thayer Avenue, Silver Springs, Md., is employed as an electronics engineer at the Naval Ordnance Laboratory in White Oak, Silver Springs, Md. . . . Virginia Denn writes that she is a member of the professional staff of the Richmond (Va.) Girl Scout Council where she trains and supervises lead­ ers in that city. . . . She is also taking courses at the University of Richmond and the Richmond Profes­ sional Institute of the College of William and Mary. . . . June L. Marshall Redding is now residing at Landover, Md. . . . Merton Jones, '51, was graduated recently from the University of Pennsylvania Law School. . . . Alfred P. Hughes, '52, graduated recently with his degree in civil engineering from Lehigh Uni­ versity and is now employed by the American Bridge Company, U. S. Steel Corporation. Dr. Walter E. Pluto, D.D.S., who started his den­ tal practice after graduating from the Temple Dental School in June, 1949, is residing in Bethlehem. . . . He is married to the former Irene V. Lewski, Nanti­ coke resident, who graduated from Bucknell in 1936. . . . The couple has one child, Charlene. . . Ed Tybursld, '51, is the assistant suburban editor of the Phila­ delphia Bulletin. . . .Paul B. Beers, '52, expects to be released from the Navy soon and plans to enter the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. . . . Ambrose Saricks, '35, recently returned to the valley after four years as an assistant professor of history at the University of Kansas. Johnny Marlin, '49, is currently a disc jockey and announcer at WWPA in Williamsport, Pa., and interested in contacting John Redding. . . . Gene Shaver, '48, went on to Bucknell where he graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering in 1950 and is now a plant engineer at Sprout-Waldron Com­ pany, Muncy, Pa. ... He is a poppa — daughter, Patricia, slightly more than a year old. ... Dr. E. Dwyer, '35, is practicing at 17 East Main street, Ply­ mouth and his oldest son is a sophomore at Colum­ bia. . . . The Columbian is married to Mary Lou Evans Dwyer, a sophomore at Wilkes. ... A daugh­ ter is a cheerleader at Plymouth High School. . . . John Palsha, currently living at 28 Green Street, Nep­ tune City, N. J., is teaching mathematics and science in Bradley Beach, N. J. . . . Louise Schooley Hazel­ tine, '43, is one of the head nurses at New York Hospi­ tal, Cornell Medical Center, and residing at 1320 York Avenue, N. Y. 21. . . . Mary J. Pohala is enrolled as a graduate student in the Department of Medical Microbiology. University of Pennsylvania. . . . Dr. Joseph J. Aleo. D.D.S., is in private practice of dental surgery at Meshoppen, Pa. . . . Dr. William Myers, '48, and his wife, Beverly Graham Myers, '44, are residing in Kingston. . . . They have one son, Mark, two and one-half years old. Ralph Carey, '48, is practicing law in Scranton after going on to Dickinson Law School. . . . Marion Wellman, married to Martin Altman, has a year-old daughter, Anita Diane, and is residing in New York City. . . . The Reverend Arthur W. Bloom, '51, is as­ sistant minister at St. Mark's Methodist Church in Brooklyn, N. Y. . . . John J. Redding is currently resid­ ing at 3722 Ingalls avenue, Landover, Md., where he is a research ant Arthur G. Taylor, Faust, of Hanover Plainsfield, N. J. . . ceived her medicc College and is ma The couple has on ton Phillips is a tei Elementary Schoo] sides at 13 South 1 Joseph Yarash adjuster for Calvet ark, N. J. . . . Jam from Temple Dent' a Navy officer soo and husband, Ken Pa. . . . Ken is a t School. . . . Robert Drew Theological teaching mathema John M. Cain, '50, analyst with Luke Pa. . . . Working v, ployed as a cost c Jo Ann Petroi School of Nursing, to complete her w . . . Nancy Yaufm are residing at 61 Ohio. . . . Russ is and Rubber Com Elchak is workinc Towanda and the E. Enlow, workinc gation, is residing ing night session versity. ... Tor Smith, '52, and e: Wilkes-Barre, whi er at Dallas Boro Gwenn Cliffo York City where television work, street, N.Y.C. . , . by the United Ri in Washington, Milton F. Edelma est Avenue, Car] of economics at t Mary Zora Porte: is residing in Pi interning. . . . Eve band, Rudy, at ( �. . old friends r notes about. . me the alumni office in Chase eive bits of information from old isidered this building the "nerve jllege. Never forget that we are rg what you are doing. ilbag samplings disclose that: working for the government as :tor at Fort Monmouth, N. J., and oot-loose and free" . . . John. B. named to Jane Korper, '48, is a lip Carey Mfg. Co. . . The couple . . . Donald R. Law, '52, is fresh r being discharged from his last ir, Va. . . . He is married to the , '54. : active local alumni is M. Lloyd t engineer for the Pennsylvania any at Hazleton. . . . Lloyd grad1 Unversity with a mechanical n 1949. ... A. J. Fladd, '44, is by Roushey and Smith Engins in Wilkes-Barre. . . He taught xssistant professor with the Penn Wilkes-Barre and Philadelphia, [ineer, John Selinsky, is married rughter. . . . He is with the Westn in New Brunswick, N. J. . . . married to the former Mary E. Wilmington, Del., and continuing .iversity of Delaware College of ig. ,p attending medical school asch, who is studying at the Uni:e... . Robert Morgan completed s degree at Bucknell during the mtly the principal of the Franklyrnouth. . . . Marilyn Sickler is smics at North Wales, Pa., and ijoying it very much . . . David ■ of the New York Alumni Chap­ as a chemist at Hercules Powril, N. J. . . . Sara Schultz Jones, Bethlehem, Pa., where her husi the Bell Telephone Laboratotie daughter, Barbara Ann, born . Dorothy Snyder Strobl is liv, . . . She was married in 1948 t, where a son was born. ... A mily when the couple returned >1. recently graduated from the College in Indianapolis, Ind. . . . jraduate, is currently an officer Landover, Md. . . . Merton Jones, '51, was graduated recently from the University of Pennsylvania Law School. . . . Alfred P. Hughes, '52, graduated recently with his degree in civil engineering from Lehigh Uni­ versity and is now employed by the American Bridge Company, U. S. Steel Corporation. with the U. S. Army. ... He was married in 1952 io Shirley Smith of Kingston. . . . Marianne Hofman and Dick Scripp recently tied the knot . . . Doris Thomas Loughman, now living in York, is slicking strictly to household duties with a boy, 3, and a girl, 2, after having had nine years of teaching experience. . . . Bob Gill reports as a geophysicist and geochemist with the Gulf Oil Research and Development Com­ pany. . . . Albert L. Dondosta, '48, is employed as an accountant with Western Electric in Allentown. . . . Joseph M. Hiznay, '49, is an engineer with the Inter­ national Business Machines in Endicott, N. Y. . . . Would like to hear from some of the old gang. . . . His address is 308 Odell Avenue, Endicott, N. Y. f Dr. Robert F. Babskie, M.D., is currently engaged in private practice in Nanticoke. . . He graduated from Bucknell Junior College in 1942. . . . And Mrs. Dorothy Smailes Nutt sends greetings from Lincoln, Neb. . . . She is married to the Reverend Richard W. Nutt, minister to Methodist students at the University of Nebraska. ... J. Dallas Shepherd, who saw recall flight service in Korea after graduating from Wilkes, has become well known as an attorney Through Wyoming Valley . . . Alex Kotch is currently living at 40 Coral Drive, Brookview Apariments, Claymom, Del. . . . Robert E. Barnum, married to the former Irma Watkins, is the father of two children and employed as an engineer with Esso Laboratories in Linden, N.J. . . . Jean Hartman Crawley and husband, John, are livng in Philadelphia and have one daughter, Ann, 2. . . . William Holak, who attended Wilkes from 1947 to 1949, is completing his studies for a doctorate in physics at Penn State University. Dr. Earl J. Rhoades, M.D., is currently residing at 241 Edwards street. New Haven, Conn. ... He is married to the former Nancy Hamond and his prac­ tice is limited to orthopedic surgery. ... Lt. Gerard P. Finn, Jr., married to the former Rita Collins, is on active duty with the Navy. . . . He was employed as an accountant with General Electric in Johnson City, N. Y„ before entering the service. . . . Barbara May McConolcgue is now residing at 182 South Sherman street, Wilkes-Barre. . . . And Leonard Horchos, who resides at 800 Thayer Avenue, Silver Springs, Md., is employed as an electronics engineer at the Naval Ordnance Laboratory in White Oak, Silver Springs, Md. . . . Virginia Denn writes that she is a member of the professional staff of the Richmond (Va.) Girl Scout Council where she trains and supervises lead­ ers in that city. . . . She is also taking courses at the University of Richmond and the Richmond Profes­ sional Institute of the College of William and Mary. . . . June L. Marshall Redding is now residing at Dr. Walter E. Pluto, D.D.S., who started his den­ tal practice after graduating from the Temple Dental School in June, 1949, is residing in Bethlehem. . . . He is married to the former Irene V. Lewski, Nanti­ coke resident, who graduated from Bucknell in 1936. . . . The couple has one child, Charlene. . . Ed Tyburski, '51, is the assistant suburban editor of the Phila­ delphia Bulletin. . . .Paul B. Beers, '52, expects to be released from the Navy soon and plans to enter the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism. . . . Ambrose Saricks, '35, recently returned to the valley after four years as an assistant professor of history at the University of Kansas. ♦ Johnny Martin, '49, is currently a disc jockey and announcer at WWPA in Williamsport, Pa., and interested in contacting John Redding. . . . Gene Shaver, '48, went on to Bucknell where he graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering in 1950 and is now a plant engineer at Sprout-Waldron Com­ pany, Muncy, Pa. . . . He is a poppa — daughter, Patricia, slightly more than a year old. ... Dr. E. Dwyer, '35, is practicing at 17 East Main street, Ply­ mouth and his oldest son is a sophomore at Colum­ bia. . . . The Columbian is married to Mary Lou Evans Dwyer, a sophomore at Wilkes. ... A daugh­ ter is a cheerleader at Plymouth High School. . . . John Palsha, currently living at 28 Green Street, Nep­ tune City, N. J., is teaching mathematics and science in Bradley Beach, N. J. . . . Louise Schooley Hazeliine, '43, is one of the head nurses at New York Hospi­ tal, Cornell Medical Center, and residing at 1320 York Avenue, N. Y. 21. . . . Mary J. Pohala is enrolled as a graduate student in the Department of Medical Microbiology, University of Pennsylvania. . . . Dr. Joseph J. Aleo, D.D.S., is in private practice of dental surgery at Meshoppen, Pa. . . . Dr. William Myers, '48, and his wife, Beverly Graham Myers, '44, are residing in Kingston. . . . They have one son, Mark, two and one-half years old. Ralph Carey, '48, is practicing law in Scranton after going on to Dickinson Law School. . . . Marion Wellman, married to Martin Altman, has a year-old daughter, Anita Diane, and is residing in New York City. . . . The Reverend Arthur W. Bloom, '51, is as­ sistant minister at St. Mark's Methodist Church in Brooklyn, N. Y. . . . John J. Redding is currently resid­ ing at 3722 Ingalls avenue, Landover, Md., where he is a research a n a 1 y s t for the U. S. Air Force. . . . Arthur G. Taylor, married to the former Dolores Faust, of Hanover Township, is teaching at North Plainsfield, N. J. . . . Doris S. Gorka, '49, recently re­ ceived her medical degree from Women's Medical College and is married to Lt. Anthony Bartuska. . . . The couple has one daughter. Arm. . . . Nancy Bos­ ton Phillips is a teacher in the first grade of Lincoln Elementary School at Bergenfield, N. J. . . . She re­ sides at 13 South Woodside street. Joseph Yarashinsky, '53, is employed as a staff adjuster for Calvert Fire Insurane Company in New­ ark, N. J. . . . James F. Roberts recently graduated from Temple Dental School and expects to become a Navy officer soon. . . . Margaret Anthony Widdall and husband, Kenneth, are residing at Boyerstown, Pa. . . . Ken is a teacher and coach at Media High School. . . . Robert Benson, '52, is in his last year at Drew Theological Seminary. . . . Boyd EarL '52, is teaching mathematics at Forty Fort High School. . . . John M. Cain, '50, is employed as an office methods analyst with Lukens Steel Company in Coatesville, Pa. . . . Working with him is John Fedastian, '50, em­ ployed as a cost clerk. Jo Ann Petrovitz, now at the Temple University School of Nursing, expects to return to Wilkes in 1956 to complete her work for a B.S. Degree in Nursing. . . . Nancy Yaufman Jones, '50, and J. Russell Jones, are residing at 6158 South Main street, St. Mary's, Ohio. . . . Russ is the manager of a Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company Service Store. . . . Michael Elchak is working for Sylvania Electric Products in Towanda and the father of three children. . . . Lyle E. Enlow, working for the Federal Bureau of Investi­ gation, is residing in Washington, D. C„ and attend­ ing night sessions at the George Washington Uni­ versity. . . . Tom Jones, '51, is married to Jeanne Smith. '52, and employed as a chemist at Okonite, Wilkes-Barre, while Jeanne is a kindergarten teacher at Dallas Borough. Gwenn Clifford Guzzone, '50, is residing in New York City where she is doing some modeling and television work. . . . Her address is 246 East 54th street, N.Y.C. . . . Alice H. Green has been employed by the United Railroad Workers of America, CIO, in Washington, D. C., since leaving Wilkes. . . . Milton F. Edelman, now residing at 1016 South For­ est Avenue, Carbondale, Ill., is assistant professor of economics at the Southern Illinois University. . . , Mary Zora Porter is married to Dr. Carl Evans and is residing in Philadelphia, where her husband is interning. . . . Evelyn Paige Gulwein is with her hus­ band, Rudy, at Georgia Tech. �College President Examines Athletic Code Members Advised Dues How Payable For Ilumni Year As we open the ninth season of football we once more examine the athletic policy that has govern­ ed our intercollegiate programs. Early in the game we were forc­ ed to make a decision between athletics that were for the student and athletics that were primarily designed to develop outstanding teams. We concluded that if ath­ letics were run for the advantage of the student they must be con­ ducted in exactly the same way that any other extra curricular activity is conducted and operated on a purely amateur basis. It's time again to sit down and write out a check or money order for $2 as your dues for the 1954-55 Wilkes College Alumni Associa­ tion dues. 29 The Alumni office will begin sending out membership cards within the next week to all those who have paid their dues. DR. EUGENE S. FARLEY President of Wilkes College In conseguence of this decision many boys have played at Wilkes College who would not have been able to play had they been compel­ led to compete with subsidized athletics. Under the Wilkes policy many students having no experience in athletics have earned their letters and have had four years of exeperience and fun. We thoroughly believe in athletics as part of the educational pro­ gram of the College. We believe, however, that it should be a definite part of the program of the College and should be maintained in balance with the other activities. Our concern is for the development of the best in cooperation, personality, character, and mind. We do not believe that professional athletics in college attain the ends that we wish and we are most happy with the results of our policy of moderation in athletics. In returning your dues to the alumni office, please keep us post­ ed on what has happened to you in the last few months or since you left college, in case you have been neglectful in your messages to us. Use the information blank below. Wilkes Eleven vs. Moravian in Hoi 1954 COLONELS—First row, left to right: Don Straub, Ron Fitzgerald, Bob Fay, Al Nicholas, Jim Cattell, Jack Richards, Bill Staunton, Jim Smiles, Joe Scott. Second row: Glenn Carey, Ron Rescigno, Cliff Brautigan, Howie Gross, Paul Gronka, Neil Dadurka, Walt Chapko, John Lycos, Ed Gavel, Art Tambur, Russ Picton, assistant coach. Third row: George Only a small portion of the alumni have forwarded their dues in the past year, but many have indicated an interest in the Asso­ ciation. Before you forget, why not take care of that matter of dues right now. It will help keep you in good standing wth the Associa­ tion and also is an indication that you are behind the efforts to keep former Wilkes students together through Alumni activities. Wilkes Soccer Team Seeking 2nd. Big Year 1954-55 Dues and News Card Enclosed is my check or money order for $... 1954-55 Wilkes College Alumni year. Name .... to cover my dues for the Class of Present Address. Married to Present Employment Class of Duties Member of a Wilkes Alumni Chapter? Additional Information. .. Where? 1 Through the efforts and de­ termination of Bob Partridge, Wilkes soccer coach, the hoot­ ers hit their first winning season last year and expect to do the same this year with many of the veterans back in action. In the photo. Partridge, a former All-American player at Penn, goes over a few of the fundamentals with his players on the Kirby Park drill field. Left to right, first row: Jack Curtis, Dick Heltzel, Co-captain Dick Polakowski, Joe Gay, Fred Boote. Second row: Jim Ferris, Chet Miller, Nick Giordano, Kingston high school student from Naples, Italy, who is work­ ing out with the Colonels, and Ahmad Kazimi. Kneeling in front of the group with Partridge is Flip Jones, former star of the team, who is serving as assist­ ant coach this season. Part­ ridge has high hopes for the second straight winning season. Ralstoi McFad Stan 7 ger. 1 Brezna Cashm Wilkes Opens Nir It was back in 1946 that collegiate gridiron. Since that athletic activities at the college. At the wheel of the Wilke Ralston, also dean of men and d with sports at Wilkes, achieving i Members of the Alumni . Colonel gridders in action on Sc Moravian College at 2:30 p.m. : �Members Advised Dsses Now Payable For Alumni Year esident Athletic Code the ninth season of nee more examine licy that has govemllegiate programs. game we were forcr decision between were for the student that were primarily levelop outstanding included that if athi for the advantage they must be conctly the same way er extra curricular fueled and operated nateur basis. It's time again to sit down and write out a check or money order for S2 as your dues for the 1954-55 Wilkes College Alumni Associa­ tion dues. The Alumni office will begin sending out membership cards within the next week to all those who have paid their dues. DR. EUGENE S. FARLEY President of Wilkes College uence of this decision many boys have played at Wilkes vould not have been able to play had they been compel: with subsidized athletics. Under the Wilkes policy many ng no experience in athletics have earned their letters I four years of exeperience and fun. ughly believe in athletics as part of the educational proollege. We believe, however, that it should be a definite gram of the College and should be maintained in balance activities. Our concern is for the development of the best i, personality, character, and mind. ot believe that professional athletics in college attain the .wish and we are most happy with the results of our policy in athletics. In returning your dues to the alumni office, please keep us post­ ed on what has happened to you in the last few months or since you left college, in case you have been neglectful in your messages to us. Use the information blank below. Wilkes Eleven vs. Moravian in Homecoming Game 1954 COLONELS—First row, left to right: Don Straub, Ron Fitzgerald, Bob Fay, Al Nicholas, Jim Cattell, Jack Richards, Bill Staunton, Jim Smiles, Joe Scott. Second row: Glenn Carey, Ron Rescigno, Cliff Brautigan, Howie Gross, Paul Gronka, Neil Dadurka, Walt Chapko, John Lycos, Ed Gavel, Art Tambur, Russ Picton, assistant coach. Third row: George Only a small portion of the alumni have forwarded their dues in the past year, but many have indicated an interest in the Asso­ ciation. Before you forget, why not take care of that matter of dues right now. It will help keep you in good standing wth the Associa­ tion and also is an indication that you are behind the efforts to keep former Wilkes students together through Alumni activities. Wilkes Soccer Team Seeking 2nd Big Year 1954-55 Dues and News Card aclosed is my check or money order for S Wilkes College Alumni year. to cover my dues for the Class of . Address. Class of to Employment of a Wilkes Alumni Chapter? tai Information_____ Where? f * Through the efforts and de­ termination of Bob Partridge, Wilkes soccer coach, the hoot­ ers hit their first winning season last year and expect to do the same this year with many of the veterans back in action. In the photo, Partridge, a former All-American player at Penn, goes over a few of the fundamentals with his players on the Kirby Park drill field. Left to right, first row: Jack Curtis, Dick Heltzel, Co-captain Dick Polakowski, Joe Gay, Fred Boote. Second row: Jim Ferris, Chet Miller, Nick Giordano, Kingston high school student from Naples, Italy, who is work­ ing out with the Colonels, and Ahmad Kazimi. Kneeling in front of the group with Partridge is Flip Jones, former star of the team, who is serving as assist­ ant coach this season. Part­ ridge has high hopes for the second straight winning season. Ralston, coach; Andy Dovin, Jim Puderbach, Don McFadden, Sam Puma, Tony Greener, Bill Parish, Stan Abrams, Ray Levandoski, Gene Snee, mana­ ger. Back row: Bob Masonis, Sam Dilcer, Andy Breznay, Bill Gorski, Joe Trosko, Joe Wilk, Jarrel Cashmere, and Royal Hayward. Wilkes Opens Ninth Season On Gridiron It was back in 1946 that the Colonels first made their appearance on the collegiate gridiron. Since that time football has become one of the most important athletic activities at the college. At the wheel of the Wilkes grid machine for the ninth season is George F. Ralston, also dean of men and director of athletics. Ralston has done a superb job with sports at Wilkes, achieving much while operating with a reduced budget. Members of the Alumni Association will get an opportunity to watch the Colonel gridders in action on Saturday, November 20, when Wilkes plays host to Moravian College at 2:30 p.m. in Kingston Stadium. �� Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumni Magazine, 1947-present Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Description An account of the resource <p>An archive of Wilkes University Magazine, from 1947-present. The magazine went through various names including <em>Wilkes Alumnus</em>, <em>Wilkes Quarterly,</em> <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, and the current title, <em>Wilkes Magazine</em>. Some editions for the <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, will have multiple issues within the file record. 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Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumnus Fall 1954 Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Marketing and Communications Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Fall 1954 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Magazine https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/8fb5b3f57e38f49757909de859a77e06.pdf 6c79cd6a2068131e9c8dbc815dcf8eee PDF Text Text Wilkes College Bulletin ISSUED BI-MONTHLY FOR MEMBERS OF WILKES COLLEGE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION Published bi-monthly by Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. Entered as second-class matter October 12, 1951, at the post office at Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, under the act of August 24, 1912, as amended by the act of August 4, 1947. Vol. II, No. 6 November-December, 1953 CHRISTMAS DANCE SET FOR DECEMBER 26 Christmas week will end in mirrored glitter for the Alumni Association, with the annual semi-formal dance which will be held Saturday evening, December 26 in the Manfield Ballroom. Dancing to the music of Frankie Reynolds' orchestra will be from 9 to 12. Admission is set at $3.00 for this festive occasion which has proved to be one of the most popular events on the Alumni social calendar„ Lloyd Davies and Eleanor Kryger are in charge, assisted by worthies whose names are not available to us at this time. AN IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT Everybody who receives the Bulletin is quite aware of the pro­ jected Alumni musical show, "Here's to Ya," which was to help raise money for a scholarship fund. It was by far the most ambitious project ever to be taken up by Wilkes Old Grads. A lot of work and planning went into its development during the past months. Recently, however, the people actively concerned with production came to the startling realization that "Here's to Ya" was bigger and more promising than originally anticipated. It has grown from a rather informal series of sketches with music to a full-scale musical review. It was quite apparent that "Here's to Ya" just wouldn't be ready in time for the original November 28 date. A series of meetings of the "top brass" followed, It came as a big let-down, to be sure, to realize that one of the nicest things ever to hit Wilkes College had to be pushed back to an indefinite date. One fact alone seems to brighten the whole dark situation, "Here's to Ya" is worth waiting for. It takes a long time to put a good show together. "Here's to Ya" was not a tested production that could be bought from a publishing house. Al Groh, Bill Crowder, Ted Warkomski, Ray Kay and others had to build this one from the ground up. Participants had to be trained and rehearsed, and all portions of the review tested and strengthened. We might add that it takes a long time to put a Breadway show together, and that sort of work is done by professionals who devote all their time to it. We are just a bunch of happy amateurs. �But as a neophyte in this two-h and Executive Secretary of the Alumni a never-diminishing eight-ball. Just getting the issue out under the Novem low. And here it is December. At lea; of Wilkes College and its Alumni body. Work forward, but Work is is still still going going forward, but at at this moment it is hard to say just when j just when the the show show will will go go on on the the boards. boards. When it is pro should be a show of which we can be rightly proud. One more loose end must be tied up. A lot of money from the Alumni Patrons has come in to the office. Results, still not tabulated, due to the stress of other matters, have been fine. Unless we hear other­ wise, from contributors who may want to contribute the money to the Loyalty Fund, we have decided it would be better to return the checks, which will be on their way as soon as it is possible for our ltrs. Roberts to see her way over the pile of work we've already dumped on her desk. ELECTION TIME Your officers for next year will be announced in all probability at the Christmas Dance mentioned in the lead article. The new panel will take over Alumni reins at the beginning of 1954. Nominees, picked sometime ago by the regular nominating committee, are as follows: For president--Jeanne Kocyan and Daniel E. W-HHams, For vice-president—William Luetzel and Eugene Maylock. For treasurer—Joseph Gudaitis and Ray Kaye (to whom we owe apologies for dropping the "e" on page one.) For secretary—Mary T. Sleva and Beverly Graham layers. For Alumni Council, four of whom are elected by ballot, the following were nominated: William Griffith, Loretta Farris, Thomas E. Brislin, Lloyd Davies, Jane Reese, Dr. Robert Kerr, Dolores Grabko, Joseph B. Farrell, and Bartel E. Ecker. ’ We haven't been able to speed them out to you px if results are to’ be made But known December 26, you'll do us a favor by ’re turning’ th^LTthe —o --- — —e next mail, Perhaps you’ll even shame us into f getting things next time0 ~ moving '*■’ in better -- - order the Cookie Kocyan, nominated for president of of the Association, has announced that she wishes to withdraw from the election, —. Her decision came too late for removing her name from the ballot so you are requested to act according to her wishes. UTE AGAIN We are sorry, profusely so, for not Pettine +u n.-.-. sonth of November, according to schedule ™ postponed «... out ln 'the >53 CLASS AGENTS The Loyalty Fund Committee, heade selection of agents for the class of 1 class agents listed in the last Bullei Morgan, Isabel Ecker, and Lucille Rees FALL SPCRTS REVIEW On December 8, the Wilkes College from a steak dinner given in its honor was the hooters' first winning season athletic program. The inspired Partridgemen, who pe snapped a losing streak at 29 games, o over Rider College 2-1. They went on scores: Rider 2-1; East Stroudsburg 0and 5-1; Lafayette 1-2; and Trenton 4After the Trenton tilt, Bob Partr shoulders of his jubilant players. Th and Flip Jones became the first Colon Promise of the steak dinner came : annual athletic banquet. The football team ended up on th( but end Paul Gronka proved that the Co; The 155-lb. Nanticoke native sna, high in state scoring. He was made an Amari nan Team and was picked for a spoi All-State Team. George Ralston's charges found it son. Tremendously handicapped by lack lost to Bloomsburg 27-6; Lebanon Valley 14; and MorATlan 14—6. They beat Ithac 14-13. IF YOU PAID YOUR DUES AND HAVE NOT PLEASE IET US KNOW AT ONCE. �getting the issue out under the November dateline, a touch of flu laid us low. And here it is December. At least we tried. :es College and its Alumni body, ork is still going forward, but at this moment it is hard to say en the show will go on the boards. When it is produced, it be a show of which we can be rightly proud. ne more loose end must be tied up. A lot of money from the Patrons has come in to the office, Results, still not tabulated, the stress of other matters, have been fine,, Unless we hear othercontributors who may want to com t 11 ’ contribute the money to the loyalty e have decided it would De better to return the checks , which will heir way as soon as it is possible for our Mrs. Roberts to see her r the pile of work we've already dumped on her desk. I TIME ir officers for next year will be announced in all probability at Lstmas Dance mentioned in the lead article. The new panel will take imni reins at the beginning of 1954. linees, picked sometime ago by the regular nominating committee, ollcws: For president—Jeanne Kocyan and Daniel E. Will jams. For isident—William Luetzel and Eugene Maylock, For treasurer—Joseph and Ray Kaye (to whom we owe apologies for dropping the "e" on .) For secretary—Mary T. Sleva and Beverly Graham layers. Alumni Council, four of whom are elected by ballot, the following inated: William Griffith, Loretta Farris, Thomas E. Brislin, Iloyd Jane Reese, Dr. Robert Kerr, Dolores Grabko, Joseph B. Farrell, ©J. iJo J-<d£QZa0 ostal card ballot is included in this issue of the 2 -- • Bulletin. We her ill-at-ease when we ask you to speed the ballots back*, since we been able to speed them out to you. RBut " if results __2‘ are to be made cember 26, you'll do us a favor by returning them'in the "next mail, member you'll even shame us into getting things moving in better order the de Kocyan, nominated for president of of the Association, has announced wishes to withdraw from the election —. Her decision came too late ring her name from the fa~lfa+. so you are requested to act according .shes. >53 CLASS AGENTS The Loyalty Fund Committee, headed by Joe Savitz, has announced the selection of agents for the class of 1953. These are to be added to the class agents listed in the last Bulletin. For the '53s are: William Morgan, Isabel Ecker, and Lucille Reese Pierce. FALL SPORTS REVIEW On December 8, the Wilkes College soccer team emerged stuffed and smiling from a steak dinner given in its honor by Dr. Farley. Reason for the event was the hooters' first winning season since the game -was added to the Wilkes athletic program. The inspired Partridgemen, who performed magnificently all season, snapped a losing streak at 29 games, opening the 1953 schedule with a victory over Rider College 2-1. They went on to a 4-3 record, posting the following scores: Rider 2-1; East Stroudsburg 0-2; Lock Haven 6-1; Elizabethtown 1-5 and 5-1; Lafayette 1-2; and Trenton 4-0. After the Trenton tilt, Bob Partridge was carried off the field on the shoulders of his jubilant players. The game was the first Wilkes shut-out, and Flip Jones becams the first Colonel to rack up three goals in one game. Promise of the steak dinner came from Dr. Farley some years ago at the annual athletic banquet. The football team ended up on the losing side of the ledger this fall, but end Paul Gronka proved that the Colonels fought every inch of the way. The 155-lb. Nanticoke native snagged seven touchdown passes to rank high in state scoring. He was made an Honorable Mention on the Little AllAmerican Team and was picked for a spot on the Associated Press second All-State Team. George Ralston's charges found it rough going throughout the entire sea­ son. son. Tremendously handicapped by lack of weight and injuries, the Colonels lost to Bloomsburg 27-6; Lebanon Valley 15-6; Hofstra 39-20; Bridgeport.2514; and Moravian 14-6. They beat Ithaca 26-7; Trenton 31-7; and Adelphi 14-13. NovS? according to sewT the the IF YOU PAID TOUR DUES AND HAVE NOT YET RECEIVED YOUR MEMBERSHIP CARD, PT,EASE LET US KNOW AT ONCE. �THE PHILADELPHIA STORY We wish to thank the Philadelphia Chapter of the Alumni Association and its president, Dr. Sheldon Morrison, for inviting us to the October meeting in the Hotel Normandie. Also present was Dr. Virginia Neel, the new Dean of Women, who was mentioned in the last issue. It was pleasing to note how very interested in promoting the College the Quaker City Alums are. Especially valuable as scouts for Wilkes in that area have been Jerry Yakstis, salesman for Bausch and lomb, and Bill Griffith, International Business Machines. Their work among the high schools in a large area brings them into constant contact with prospects. When the pace in Chase Hall 309 is less hectic, if that ever comes to pass, we'd like to go down and see how things are with the New York Chapter. TWO REUNIONS SUCCESSFUL Homecoming on October 16 and 17 was a time for warmth and conviviality, enjoyed to the fullest by all who could make it back to Wyoming Valley. Nobody stopped to count the house at any time, so statistics are lacking, At any rate, it was a pleasant week-end from Friday afternoon's coffee hour in McClintock Hall through the Hofstra game next evening—via the Kingston House where all joined in a cocktail hour and buffet supper. Homecoming decorations were sprightly and original. The trophy this year went to the Engineering Club and Chemistry Club who pooled their talents at Conyngham Hall, painting the windows with Flying Dutchman, Colonels and cru­ cibles and erecting a pair of life-like dummies, complete with surveying equipment, on the roof. Thanksgiving weekend was the time for another gathering, this one infor­ mal and under the leadership of Dan Sherman and Hilda Jones. Alums met at Gurnari's Rathskeller, Luzerne, a haunt not unfamiliar to Wilkesmen, Though the event was made up on rather short notice, a good turnout was on hand and a profit realized. DAVID GABLE JONES David Gable Jones, class of 1949, of Cape May Court House, N.J., died in Philadelphia on October 1. Formerly of Nanticoke, he received his A. B. degree in English and taught for a while in Philadelphia public schools. At the time of his death he was employed by the Corn Exchange Bank and Trust Company in that city. He had served with the Ariry in Berlin until February. Among pallbearers were classmate Ross Leonard! and Daniel E. Williams. Wilkes friends sent a beautiful blue and gold wreath. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumni Magazine, 1947-present Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Description An account of the resource <p>An archive of Wilkes University Magazine, from 1947-present. The magazine went through various names including <em>Wilkes Alumnus</em>, <em>Wilkes Quarterly,</em> <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, and the current title, <em>Wilkes Magazine</em>. Some editions for the <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, will have multiple issues within the file record. 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Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumnus Bulletin November-December 1953 Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Marketing and Communications Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource November-December 1953 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Magazine https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/17c90785e2231dcfb85986c3a8bd571d.pdf 9a2767928344d456fbffa3b4c2b14b45 PDF Text Text Wilkes College Bulletin ISSUED BI-MONTHLY FOR MEMBERS OF WILKES COLLEGE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION Published bi-monthly by Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, Entered as second-class matter October 12, 1951, at the post office at Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, under the act of August 24, 1912, as amended by the act of August 4, 1947. Vol, II, No. 5 September,) 1953 WE'VE DUSTED OFF THE WELCOME MAT Two important events vie for top billing in this issue-— Homecoming and the Alumni Association's big musical review, "Here's to Ya." The latter being scheduled for the Thanksgiving week-end, we give the nod to Homecoming, October 16 and 17, Chairman Loretta Farris. '44, has things going smoothly for the annual gathering, but space considerations prevent our giving more than the highlights here. We trust they are sufficient to bring many, many Alums back for a misty-eyed view of our ever-expanding campus and its crop of new faces. We gather right away, from the schedule placed in our hands by Miss F„, that busy Dan Williams, *44, will be as busy as ever. He's chairman of the registration committee, and the cryptic note under Location says "Everywhere." The first thing on the list is a coffee hour which will be held in the lounges of McClintock Hall from 5 to 6 p.m. on Friday, October 16. At 7:30 a general meeting, devoted first to business, and then to more relaxing things, such as a word of greeting from Dr, Farley * , a variety of speakers from the club’s membership, refreshments, and dancing to records. Al Groh, *41, Will uiie a will give the assembled group a preview of "Here’s to Ya” according to present plans. Having peeped in on early re­ hearsals, we feel that this in itself is incentive enough to attend Homecoming. You'll like what you see, but more about the show later. Saturday is a full day, with its tour of the campus, bigger than ever, and the annual Judging contest. The 7’ contest always "brings out all the dormant talents of dormitory students and various club members, and it makes the campus a gay and bustling place From 5:30 to 6:30, Alums will be at Kingston House for a cock­ tail hour, following which a buffet supper will be served. The Big Game this year is with Hofstra College Saturday evening at 8:15 at Kingston Stadium. It promises to be one of the best tilts of the season, if it follows the pattern set last year at Hempstead, L. I., where the Flying Dutchmen, a real power in small college circles, squeezed by the second-seeded Colonels in the wan­ ing minutes of a thrilling game. In order to help the committees concerned with Homecoming,» would you signify your intentions of coming by mailing the reser­ vation blank found elsewhere in this issue? We want to meet you all in our new capacity as ExecSec. �"HERE'S TO YA" AN EXCITING SHOW D n'4im°whiSSes-double hnvp received from President Brlslin dJty® a Itletter announces the coming Tom Slffi’reviewy "Here's to Ya," and then it asks you to do your part toward making the show a success. We wish it ere possible to give out more information at.this time, but muchis still tentative® Author-director Al Groh has^chosen some of his cast, but we d• like to hold off an announcement until the cast is completeo t will be composed of old familiar faces, however, some of whom gained stage fame in the Lettermen’s show UA11 in Fun back in 1949© but our random samplings seem to indicate tha‘ done very well for themselves<> Groh teamed up with Ted Warkomski, '50, composer of the "All in Fun" tunes, and Bill Crowder, '55, a popular chap on his way up in the music world® The talented trio has produced a number of sparkling songs which promise to make the show a wonderful treat. From moving love ballads to brisk comic ditties, the songs reveal great spon­ taneity and charm, and we feel that they are quite in the same league with some of the hit tunes which have taken Broadway's heart in past years. The script, which takes the campus for its setting, is clever and packed with good lines. Details still have to be worked out, but help things along by dropping a postal card to Economics Club Secretary, in care of the Colle well this fall, the C & F gathering at Homecom be an annual affair.. The review was conceived as a means to raise money for a schol­ arship fund. A worthier cause, especially in this significant twen­ tieth-anniversary year, could not be found. We hope the Alumni's enthusiasm and faith in Wilkes will pay dividends where they'll do the most good—in the future of some deserving youngsters® Response to Tom's letter has been pleasing. Dipping into the envelopes, we find that the classes of 1944, 1945, 1948, and 1950 have taken an early lead in tne “donation derby." The class with the best results, as well as the three largest individual contribu­ tors, will receive recognition in the program. People who are actively involved in our show—business manager, director, committee heads and members, actors, chorus members, dan­ cers, advertising people, a battery of others—have been very hard at work a long time. A lot of work remains, and there will be plen­ ty of sleepless nights ahead. The participants have been kindling a glow of pride for weeks now, and it will be at Its glowingest on the JJhe evening even^n8 of November 28. To achieve the goals—and they are am­ bitious ones that tne planners of the show have set, we have to °f 811 A1“"nl- R°°‘ ALUMNI SURVEY NOTE he left was a twenty-year Alumni surSev ^?811 by the preparation of a questionnaire tive, and-something rare in Juestionna^ t0 Foxlow 'before 8 Work went int° comPlece« , ly Jim's plan was fulfilled® Response^arbZ^r^^Kfing^1 Time has not been available for a tabulation of the replies, More about the survey later<> C & F STUDENTS TO GREET GRADS The Economics Club, whose prize-winning J display was pictured in our last, has decided Commerce and Finance students to a get-togethe Homecoming week-end, president John Konsavage Perhaps other Alumni in various fields c parties. We are open to ideas® CLASS AGENTS APPOINTED The Loyalty Fund Committee's Chairman, Joi has presented the office with a list of class t him along with committee members Sallyanne Frai Joseph B. Farrell, '42. So that you may know i the list is included. Agents will receive lls1 as rapidly as we can get them out. Thomas J® Toole, ‘35 Dr. Nicholas A. Lorusso, ‘35 Dr® Charles T. Connors, ‘36 Michael G. Solomon, ' 36 Joseph G. Donnelly, '37 Reuben W. Rader, '38 Ernest Welsberger, '38 Robert T. Conway, '39 Dr. Robert Kerr, ' 39 Gertrude Jones Davis, '40 John Bush, '40 Benjamin J® Badman, ‘41 John P® Finn, '41 Mary Pohala, ‘42 William Mattern, '42 Nelson F. Jones, '43 Treveryan Williams Speicher, ’43 Harry Crawford, '44 Beverly Graham Myers, '44 Mary I Giffoi Albert Ruth E Elmo M Ralph Joseph Edwin James Charlo John J Joseph Frank Marita Vester Donald Willla Nancy �S TO YA" AN EXCITING SHOW 4- Alumni M.vnni have a letter from President Tom most have received n n'4im °whith does^double duty. It announces the coming f’review "Here's to Ya," and then it asks you to do your ward making the show a success. We wish it were possible to itimore information at this time, but much is still tentative. -director Al Groh has ^chosen some of his cast, but we d like 1 off an announcement until the cast is complete. It will Dosed of old familiar faces, however, some of whom gained ?ame in the Lettermen's show UA11 in Fun back in 1949<> ’Oh teamed up with Ted Warkomski, '50, composer of the "All in mes, and Bill Crowder,^55, a popular chap on his way up in lie world. The talented trio has produced a number of sparkling rhich promise to make the show a wonderful treat. From moving llads to brisk comic ditties, the songs reveal great spon' and charm, and we feel that they are quite in the same league me of the hit tunes which have taken Broadway's heart in past The script, which takes the campus for its setting, is clever ked with good lines. e review was conceived as a means to raise money for a scholfund. A worthier cause, especially in this significant twennniversary year, could not be found. We hope the Alumni’s asm and faith in Wilkes will pay dividends where they'll do t good—in the future of some deserving youngsters, sponse to Tom's letter has been pleasing. Dipping into the as, we find that the classes of 1944, 1945, 1948, and 1950 ken an early lead in the "donation derby." The class with t results, as well as the three largest Individual contribuLll receive recognition in the program. >ple who are actively involved in our show—business manager, ?, committee heads and members, actors, chorus members, danLvertising people, a battery of others—have been very hard a long time. A lot of work remains, and there will be plen.eepless nights ahead. The participants have been kindling a pride for weeks now, and it will be at its glowingest on ilng of November 28, To achieve the goals—and they are amones—that the planners of the show have set, we have to 1 the generosity of all Alumni. Root for your College, your ind the future. B SURVEY NOTE i plan was 1fulfTifpd11 ^uestionnaires—unembarrassing. EvidentP filed. Response has been most gratifying.. e has not been available for a tabulation of the replies, but our random samplings seem to indicate that Wilkes people have done very well for themselves. More about the survey later. C & F STUDENTS TO GREET GRADS The Economics Club, whose prize-winning Parade of Progress display was pictured in our last, has decided to invite former Commerce and Finance students to a get-together sometime in the Homecoming week-end, president John Konsavage states. Details still have to be worked out, but interested Alumni may help things along by dropping a postal card to Miss Thelma Williams, Economics Club Secretary, in care of the College. If things turn out well this fall, the C & F gathering at Homecoming could very well be an annual affair. Perhaps other Alumni in various fields could institute like parties. Vie are open to ideas<> CLASS AGENTS APPOINTED The Loyalty Fund Committee's Chairman, Joseph J. Savitz, '48, has presented the office with a list of class agents, appointed by him along with committee members Sallyanne Frank Rosen, '43, and Joseph B, Farrell, '42. So that you may know who your agents are, the list is included. Agents will receive lists of their classmates as rapidly as we can get them out. Mary Heness Ward, '45 Thomas J. Toole, '35 Gifford S. Cappellini, '45 Dr. Nicholas A. Lorusso, '35 Alberta Novick Killian, '46 Dr. Charles T. Connors, '36 Ruth Kluger Harris, '46 Michael G. Solomon, '36 Elmo M. Clemente, '47 Joseph G. Donnelly, '37 Ralph P. Carey, '48 Reuben W. Rader, ' 38 Joseph B, Slamon. '48 Ernest Weisberger, '38 Edwin M. Kosik, ’'49 Robert T. Conway, '39 James D. Shepherd, '49 Dr. Robert Kerr, 139 Charlotte Davis Wentz. '50 Gertrude Jones Davis, '40 John J. Florkiewicz, '50 John Bush, '40 Joseph E. Swartwood, '50 Benjamin J. Badman, 1'41 Frank W. Anderson, '51 John P. Finn, '41 Marita Sheridan Riley, '51 Mary Pohala, '42 Vester V. Vercoe, '51 William Mattern, '42 Donald R. Kistler, '52 Nelson F. Jones, '43 Treveryan Williams Speicher, '43 William C, Johns, '52 Nancy Ralston Grogan, '52 Harry Crawford, '44 Beverly Graham Myers, '44 9 �HELLO TO SOME, GOOD-BY TO OTHERS A couple of years ago, Jim Foxlow first occupied this chair as Alumni secretary. He began his first editorial by calling himself a ringer, but tnose of us who were close to him felt all along that he was as Wilkesian as they come. It was a blow to learn last July that he was going to Indianapolis to teach. We knew immediately how much we would miss his warmth, his kindness, and his wisdom. Now as September melts away and the Bulletin is still not ready for the printer, we miss him for practical reasons as well. Our ■Jamie could go quietly in more directions at once tnan any man we know, and ne got results. Perhaps we'll settle into the routine, but now this magazine gives us the jitters. Our only hope is that it arrives in time to get you here for Homecoming and that we won't be mournfully kicking October's leaves down River Street with the commit­ tee and no one else around. Our collection of Old Familiar Faces must wait until the next number of the Bulletin. Instead, we'd like to give you a brief account of tne Soon-to-be Familiar Faces, which include a freshman class of more than 225 students. They come to us from places as far flung as Germany, Republic of Korea, Jordan, and Colombia, as well as WilkesBarre, West Side, Nanticoke, and Brooklyn. New on campus also is Dr, Virginia P. Neel„ late of Washington, D.C., new Dean of Women, who replaces Mrs. Gertrude M. Williams, who at last report was sunning in Majorca before returning to teach English next spring term. A youthful duo has taken the reins In the Education Department, They are Eugene Hammer and Charles Moore. Dr. Hammer, recently at Columbia University, may become co-ordinator for the Cooperative Program in Educational Administration, if local schoolmen accept the plan. This would make Wilkes the first liberal arts college in the country to serve as a center for CPEA, which now uses such universities as Penn, Delaware, Rutgers, and Columbia. Misslppian Linfield Miller is the new circulation and reference librarian. Dr, Hoh-Cheung Mui has returned to the history department after two years' leave with the State Department, succeeding Thomas Rock, now teaching in a New York high school. To the Alumni Office, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pa, I plan to attend Homecoming during October make reservations for __ person(s). 16-17, 1953, Please Name Address Tickets for all events but the football game are only 02,50, .Class. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumnus Bulletin September 1953 Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Marketing and Communications Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource September 1953 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Magazine https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/b1e10f6db8f5f124560f0e17d64379b2.pdf bb888462fbbd6d73a7346b3b8596d326 PDF Text Text Wlikes College Bulletin ISSUED BI-MONTHLY FOR MEMBERS OF WILKES COLLEGE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION Published bi-monthly by Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. Entered as second-class matter October 12, 1951, at the post office at Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania, under the act of August 24, 1912, as amended by the act of August 4, 1947. March, 1953 Vol. II, No. 2 ONE FOR THE POST OFFICE The high cost of producing a magazine --coupled with the "felt need, " as the Educators say, for hashing things over with you more often than quarterly publication permits--prompts us to consider substituting a bi-monthly offset BULLETIN in newsletter format for the letterpress booklet. This one, intended primarily for perusal by the Post Office, will determine whether or not our second-class mailing privilege will withstand the change. A writer in the AAC NEWS, bi-monthly publication of the American Alumni Council, submits a newsletter of the sort we mention "would be acceptable to alumni bodies." We await your reaction. NEW HANDS AT THE HELM Names of Association officers for 1953 were announced by retiring president Dan Williams, BUJC '44, at the Christmas dance, a whopping success in the Manfield Ballroom, Wilkes-Barre, December 26. President is Tom Brislin of the snowy locks, BUJC '41, Wilkes-Barre attorney; vice-president, Loretta Farris, BUJC '44 (Bill Luetzel, '50, who is now working in Philadelphia, actually leaped to veep, but he had withdrawn from the race after the bal­ lots were mailed on the ground major offices ought to be held by Valley residents. ); secretary, Elaine Williams, BUJC '45; treasurer, Tony Wideman, '49 (re-elected); members-at-large, Louise Brennan, '52, Wilmington, Del., and Bill Griffith, '50, Hellertown, Pa. Now we have a Philadelphia chapter of the Association and clubbable alumni in the New York and Washington areas have asked to be placed on a waiting list, Louise and Bill have their work cut out for them, 'twould seem. All good to the six. From all indications they've a full year ahead. HOMECOMING HASSLE Dan Williams, who presided at the general meeting of the Association in Hotel Sterling during the homecoming weekend, had his hands full when heated members pressed to know why the College intended to terminate athletic relations with its neigh­ bor across Northampton Street. administration. There were demands for an explanation from the �No tall order, that. We need only cite a WILKES COLLEGE BRIEF you reved in 1950 Called "Athletic Code, " the folder sets forth College policy on athletics which policy is based on the assumption extra-curricular activities "r must be subordinated to the intellectual and scholastic objectives of college work, for the primary purpose of the College is the development of critical and constructive think­ mat roundup ing based on sound knowledge. Lehigh walked off with the cup again at the Open Wrestling Championships held at the College during the Christmas vacation. An up-set victory by Werner Seel over Bill Ker slake, Case Institute heavyweight and Olympic grappler, gave Gerry Leeman's matmen valuable points to edge a strong Cornell squad. "Athletics are an integral part of the activity program at Wilkes College, " the statement continues, "and as such are subject to the policies set by the faculty and administration and approved by the Board of Trustees. " These policy-setting bodies, says the BRIEF, recognize there can be "neither fair competition nor good sportsman­ ship in athletic contests if relations are not confined to colleges adhering to similar Bigger than ever, the Open attracted more than 130 wrestlers from almost 30 colleges and several YMCA clubs. Frank Bettucci, Cornell, copped the Outstanding Wrestler trophy by virtue of his flashing style and fierce competitive spirit. Local Olympian Joe Krufka of Plymouth won in the 177-lb. class while Wilkes' great hope Bill Foote went out in the semi-finals with an injury finishing him for the season. policies. " We have very little difficulty seeing the logic of the College's position, and we doubt many of the alumni have, either. To those who mutter "Methinks he doth pro­ test too much, " we reply young Wilkes is unlikely to continue to build the kind of rep­ utation we all of us want her to enjoy by refusing to admit she's no match, sportswise for outfits whose values are not her own. We're persuaded she can well afford to rec­ ognize ter limitations on that score. If it be objected other colleges on Wilkes' present football schedule haven't the cleanest of noses, we submit the consummation devoutly to be wished cannot be reached overnight. But we've got to make a beginning. Held for 20 years under W-B YMCA auspices, the tournament shifted to the gym last War> and was completely under the Blue & Gold aegis for the first time. FOR THE FUTURE, PROMISE George Ralston's quintet has played hot-and-cold basketball this season, win­ ning six and dropping eight so far. Lenny Batroney, forward from Georgetown, became the all-time pointmaker at Wilkes early in the season by topping Bob Benson's three-year mark of 783 tallies. Streaking along at a meteoric 21-per-game average, Bart now has 1003 points in less than three seasons. CHRISTMAS PRESENTS The College library staff apparently knew what it was doing when it chose to keep Kirby Hall open throughout most of the Christmas recess. Miss Frances Dorrance, formerly in charge of the Hoyt Library, Kingston, and Edward J. Stryjak, '48, chose the slack season to present to the College two welcome book-gifts. Miss Dorrance, who graced our library as circulation and ref­ erence librarian last semester, gave a valuable collection of her own translations of important German reference works on plant anatomy and pathology, and Ed, who re­ cently took his M.S. at Penn State, a bound copy of his master's thesis on the nervous system of the milkweed bug, the first detailed study of that part of the little chap ever undertaken. Ed's gift moved Mrs. Nada Vujica, librarian, to urge us to ask other alumni holding advanced degrees-they must be legion-for copies of their thesesj or dissertations. Any takers ? Facing another NCAB leader, Vince Leta of Lycoming, the other night, Len played to the hilt and shaded the Williamsport ace 30-26 in their personal scoring battle. Parker Petrilak is back from Korea to swell the ranks of Wilkes talent. Jim Atherton, Eddie Davis, Joe Sikora, John Milliman, and Marsh Karesky, Batroney, and Petrilak comprise the starting line-up. Without a senior on the roster, it appears Wilkes has the making of a winning squad next year. NEWS OF THE CLUBS True, the Philadelphia club is all we have so far, but gears will be grinding in Gotham, we hope, by the time this reaches you. Owing to bad timing, a recent attempt to round up a steering committee in New York fell through, but nobody has lost heart. REPORT ON RESEARCH The Philadelphia group, some 65 strong at the time, forgathered spiritedly at the Penn-Sheraton in November to adopt a constitution (a model of brevity), elect of­ ficers, and hear Dr. Farley on the future of the College. Wyoming Valley guests were naner tnSrlm°nt\th/ Ameri_Can AcademY of Allergists, gathered in Boston, heard a greatly impressed. associate hJrT0 °n®ln the College biology labs by Dr. Sheldon G. Cohen, whose Philadelphia W38 ~ Mokychic, '50, now attending Jefferson Medical School, Now headed by Fred R. Davis, '52, the club met again in January. According to Dean Ralston, who spoke, dirty weather failed to keep the crowd at their firesides. So may it ever be. �"The Old Familiar Faces71 James H. Rittenhouse, '47, is a kiln supervisor with the Penn-Dixie Cement Corp. , Kingsport, Tenn. He was married to Katherine Hale of Kingsport in 1950. . . "Wanna See Ike?" asked the W.-B. SUNDAY INDEPENDENT recently, and then went on to give an account of Ralph Walters' move to the White House. Formerly a junior executive with Standard Oil, Ralph, BUJC '41, is now a top assistant to Sherman Adams, the President's executive assistant. . .Another oil man, Dave Secunda, BUJC '40, goes to Sumatra for his company next month. Now living in Summit, N.J. , he hopes--and is working--to see the organization of a New York club before he leaves. At the last meeting of Town Hall Associated of Wyoming Valley in the gym we came upon John Milano, '49, who, having received his law degree from John Marshall, is practicing in Chicago. . .A pleasant letter from the former Katherine Vanderlick, '48, conveys the news she is living in Hartford, Conn. , looking after Richard Michael McCloskey, age five months. Her husband, Dr. Edwin M. McC., is specializing in anesthesiology at St. Francis Hospital and Yale University. Quite an accumulation on '50----- From Dan Sherman, now living in Collingswood, N. J. , and working for the Philadelphia club, a copy of the RCA SERVICE COMPANY NEWS containing a feature on Ed Johnston, who "invested his GI grant at Wilkes" and later joined Station WBAX, W. -B. Ed's duties, says the article, keep him in the air­ lanes throughout Europe, England, the Azores, Africa, and the Middle East. He took a hand in the development of a global communications network, and received one in Weisbaden, Germany, where he was recently married. . .Agnes Novak has been ad­ mitted to the Graduate Faculties at Columbia, in biology, according to a hitherto mis­ laid note from our Professor of Biology, who also tells us Grant Barlow, now with the research division of Abbott Laboratories, North Chicago, Ill. , had an article published in the November 21 issue of SCIENCE. Quite a feather in his cap, says Dr. Reif. . . . George F. Ermel, elected to Pi Lambda Sigma, national library science honorary society before he received his M. S. in library science at Syracuse in January, became circulation and reference librarian at the College last month. . .William C. Kashatus is serving as an instructor in chemistry at Bucknell, where he's working toward the Ph.D. . . .George E. Hudock, Jr. has been working with the staff of a blood-center at Fort Jackson, S. C. . . . The Philadelphia club has an interested new member in Lester Gross, now studying at Philadelphia Divinity School (Episcopal) after a year of secular work. Also studying theology is Art Bloom, '51, who has been named assistant at the St. Mark's Methodist Church, Brooklyn, N.Y. With him at Drew University seminary is Bob Benson, '52. . . Norb Olshefski, '51, is with AP in Little Rock, Ark. . , . Bill Sabanski, '52, was in the other day with a picture of his classmate Ann Belle Perry and other comely American Airlines stewardesses checking bundles for flood-stricken Holland; 'twas clipped from a Newark, N. J. , paper. Bill hims elf, who is married to the former Jean Ryan, '50, is a chemist with Pittsburgh Plate Glass in Newark. . . . Dean Williams to the contrary, David Charles Foxlow, born January 27, has not yet been admitted to the College. . .Numerous nuptial notes will have to wait. � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumni Magazine, 1947-present Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Description An account of the resource <p>An archive of Wilkes University Magazine, from 1947-present. The magazine went through various names including <em>Wilkes Alumnus</em>, <em>Wilkes Quarterly,</em> <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, and the current title, <em>Wilkes Magazine</em>. Some editions for the <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, will have multiple issues within the file record. 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Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumnus March 1953 Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Marketing and Communications Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource March 1953 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Magazine https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/ddfac22b7b9d931e2fc62132d84cd74c.pdf 733a98e3ca0bb8d9ea0931a94984b24f PDF Text Text VOL. I JANUARY, 1952 No. 1 �CONTENTS From the Editor's Window 3 New Residence for Women 4 Greek Students at Wilkes 4-S I 1» Placement Director Reports 6 New Faculty Members 7 Ralston on Athletics 8 Air Force Appointments 8 College Receives Bequest 9 Concert Series in Gym 9 Account of Homecoming 10-11 Homecoming Candids 12-13 Scholarship Program Outlined 14 Symphony for Wilkes-Barre 14 Field, Court, and Mat 15-21 "The Old Familiar Faces" 22-23 Cover: McClintock Hall, new women's residence WILKES COLLEGE BULLETIN Published quarterly by Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Application ior entry as second-class matter is pending, 2 serving the community of mankind." Not too far out, either. Returning students found that the customs they had known—and per­ haps had instituted—were passing im­ A quarterly is a quarterly, and perceptibly into traditions. Wilkes that's all there is to say about a quart­ "ivy" was beginning to grow. erly. . . As the year wore on, it became Several weeks ago we wrote: "Last apparent that the architects of the week a distant prospect of the Burning College calendar had not overlooked Mountain, that best of barometers, the lively arts. October saw the pre­ told us some dirty weather was knock­ sentation by Cue 'n' Curtain of three ing about, and now the first snowfall one-act plays before packed houses of the season, not to mention a conver­ in Chase Theatre on three successive sation with Dr. Farley this morning, evenings, and early November makes it clear that the deadline for brought Roy Eaton, young concert another alumni quarterly is at hand." pianist, to the South Franklin Street A honeymoon intervened. gymnasium to open our Town and Now, snowfall ----- one ----------, -and innumer-Gown concert series. The month end­ able conversations with Dr. Farley ed Cue -n- Curtain's major offer. later, we go to press, secure in the ing of the season, the firsl Off-Broad-.. knowledge that our spouse, the form- way production of "Gramercy Ghost." er Gloria Chiloro of Wilkes-Barre and As for December, the really big the College library, will keep us cal­ event was the Alumni Association's endar conscious. High time, too. annual Christmas dance, held Decem­ ber 29 in the Crystal Ballroom of Hotel THE YEAR SO FAR Sterling. A second homecoming, the Thanks to Dean Gertrude Marvin affair v/as planned by an outsize com­ Williams' elimination of non-essen­ mittee headed by Att'y Tom Brislin. tials, the current academic year be­ Well planned, too: word reaches us gan with a shortened Freshman that their work enabled the Associa­ Week. Some 200 new students spent tion to recoup some of the losses suf­ the three-day "week" being register­ fered at homecoming proper. ed, lectured, entertained, guided about the campus (green and pleasant, just as the ads said), and confused. But confusion, after all, is the beginn’.ng NEW RIG of wisdom. Though some alumni may bo of The freshmen, in their bluer-thanopinion that thoir quarterly is already ever dinks and "new school ties" pre­ nineteenth-class matter, v/o have applied scribed by the Tribunal (composed to the Post Office Department for per­ mission to havo it and tho collogo cata­ this year of members of the sopho­ logue entered as second-class matter— more class), were a colorful and spir­ and have been told that only publications ited lot. Their presence and that of issued as frequently as four times a year the upperclassmen soon made those may be so entered. of us who had spent the summer here Since paring tho budget Is a matter forget that the long, quiet days of ox some importance, v/o havo seized up­ June, July and August had ever been. on tho Department's suggestion (v/o think v/e know a good thing when v/o seize it) The new group was a cosmopoli­ that v/e change tho name of tho ALUM­ tan one, too—so cosmopolitan that NUS to WILKES COLLEGE BULLETIN and members of the PR staff felt constrain­ publish tho catalogue under that title ed to remind the newspaper-reading in the spring. public that Wilkes is still a community While v/o v/ero at it, v/o thought v/e college. One of our minions even went might as v/ell make a clean sweep— so far, in a highly wrought passage hence the new format. in one of our football programs, as to call Wilkes "a community college 3 �St™* % fatten Shortly before the College opened in the fall, Dr. Farley announced that the Board of Trustees had accepted Atty. Gilbert S. McClin­ tock's offer of his home at 44 South River Street. Almost , before anyboy here­ in. a. s. McCiiniock abouts knew what was happening, the college mainten­ ance crew had completely redecorat­ ed the house for use as a women's residence. Long a friend of the College and chairman of its Board of Trustees, Mr. McClintock decided to give the stately old residence to the college when he learned last spring that Sterling Hall, then the only women's dormitory on the campus, was filled to capacity and that applications for admission had been received from a consider­ able number of out-of-area women students. Mr. McClintock retained the mel­ lowed little building on the northern portion of his property in which his offices are situated. There, in asso­ ciation with Atty. James P. Harris, also a member of the College Board, he is continuing the practice of law. The house, now called McClintock Hall, adds a touch of old Wilkes-Barre to the college campus. Jacob Cist, Mr. McClintock's great grandfather, purchased the property on which the house now stands from Obediah Gore, Mr. Harris' great-great-great-greatgrandfather, in 1810. The property has been in possession of Mr. Cist's descendants ever since. After the death of Mr. Cist, whose ouse stood on the site of the present Hrst Baptist church, h.s pr P™ fad Oned umong childrenY The land on which the "new" colleae U1 ng now stands was given to the £ “ rt h 'a 4 Board chairman's , A. T. McClintock, n&^,, sent house was erected Hie73after. ed soop t^6An incident of about 20 affords an interesting sidoi-Y,e®s property. While workmen Ught th° ing excavations to m^® a^ 4 uncovered several graves A°U' C ly the site had once been , pP®ent churchyard by either the F® a excellent scholastic records in their the College received letters from them preparatory schools—and apparently expressing their gratitude for the ophave not left off maintaining them portunity to study in the United States and their desire to use their education here. for the benefit of their homeland and Early in September members of its people. Power District 4 of the Daughters of John Theloudes, an engineering Penelope, senior auxiliary of the Order student reached the campus before cf AHEPA, Greek-American fraternal classes had begun, but Katia and Con­ and service organization, sponsored stantine—who, out of consideration the first social affair of the college for their instructors and friends, have "season"—a benefit dance for the begun to call themselves Katia Karas Greek students. Seeing that the wom­ and Dean Arvan—arrived a few days en had sold tickets for the dance in late. How they managed to catch up Harrisburg, Scranton, Allentown, Beth­ to their classmates is no mystery to lehem, Hazleton, Reading, Pottsville, nocturnal strollers on South River Tamaqua, and Mahanoy City, as well Street, who cannot have failed to ob­ as throughout Wyoming Valley, it was serve their dormitory lucubrations. a smashing success. It is clear to most of us hereabouts The Anglo-American-Hellenic Bu­ that the three visitors, like other for­ eign students before them, are enrichreau of Education, New York, cooper-• ’' •’ . _ r .1 . ____ 1___ * ated with the Daughters and the Col- ing the lives of the rest of the students — lege in bringing the students here. Dr. on campus. nThe ’1 Bulletin, moreover— Chryst Loukas, executive secretary of which speaks with the wisdom of that organization, accompanied them those who speak seldom—ventures to predict that Katia will be a Cinderella from New York to Wilkes-Barre. Prior to the arrival of the students. candidate one of these days. »„„cte=hotil5prece^^ Mr. McClintock's qift brought the total number'ofWfel> buildings to 18, permits, with tt, lkes three dormitories, the accommn?lhei of approximately 100 boSdfaall0n dents. ming s>uThree large, attractive roomp the south side of the first floor ““ which some of Mr. McClintock's fa ture had been stored, were rea‘ readied for use just before homecoming —.g this Year- -Alumni who attendee attended’ the tea given for them by the Studer c‘"lent Connoil, Theta Delta Rho, and the —J women residing m McClintock had uv^mnocK nad an oppor‘unity to see these t-------- and other rooms in the “ne old house, Altogether, McClintock Hall is a notable addition to the campus— which, incidentally, it has extended almost to Market Street. The Wilkes College community will not soon for­ get Mr. McClintock's generosity. freeze ‘T^e^enaCiC&W „ , ■ Owing largely to the efforts oi local Daughters of Pent elope ana an anonymous Greek friend of the coi g in New York, three amiable studen from Greece are in residence at J from Greece are in residence at the College this year. At this writing they are getting on swimmingly. The students are: Katia Karageor­ gopoulou, Volos, Magnesias, Greece; Constantine Arvanitogeorgos, Kerkyra, Greece; and John Theloudes, Isle of Chios, Greece. All three maintained i Shown as they arrived at Wilkes-Barre-Scranton Airport are Constantine Arvanitogeoigos and in residence Katia Karageorgopoulou, two of the three Greek students now" in residence at Wilkes. With them is Dr. Chryst Loukas, executive secretary of the Anglo-American-Hellenicz Bureau of Education, and an American Airlines stewardess. 5 �fa Rand Company, Atlantic York Corporation. Amerin^6 ulinS r> Although the Col­ lege is gradually closing down the Veterans' Guidance Center, its sister of­ fice in Ashley Hall, the Placement Office, & is still very much a going concern. Director of Place­ ment John J. Chwa­ Mr. J. J. Chwalek lek, who is now busy I finding permanent billets for February graduates, recently reported that whereas representatives of only five firms found their way to the South River Street campus in 1949, the year he organized the Placement Office, 28 firms sent personnel men to the Col­ lege last year. DuPont de Nemours Com^my pany of America, Armco St*Un’«ua PE-1 Time Magazine. National S , Talon, Inc., Bell Telephone St. Regis Paper Company Ron °'Qloti^ Peat, Marwick, Mitchell and cP6'S Penn Power Company, Johns-Mr,0'0?011?. W tion, United States Steel CompaSTS? Corp^? Electric Company. Piasecki HelicoJhUad'b>& tion, Campbell Soup Comp±°P‘" Corp™’ Gamble Company, American Optical'??" Federal Reserve Bank of Philadein?’ Glenn L. Martin Company. delplu<’. andfi' Also, Bethlehem Steel Comncmv » and Porter Company, U. S. Rubber c Flahcer Columbia Engineering Corporation w house Electric Corporation, Sears Ttoohu “T Company, Overseas Division of the °'“i Oil Company of New Jersey, Gulf Oil p doni tion, Goodyear Tire and Rubber ComnafJ’?'1Oil Company, U. S. Steel Corporation oZF’ ware, Pratt and Whitney Aircraft, Montn™ Ward and Company, Minnesota £ Manufaculring Company. Chase National n? > of the City of New York, Pennsylvania Po?,’? and Light Company. Armstrong Cork Company W. R. Grace and Company, Arthur Anderson and Company, Smith, Kline and French Labor, atories, Philco Corporation. Prudential Insur­ ance Company of America, Bell Telephone Company of Pennsylvania, American Cynamid Company, Liberty Mutual Life Insurance Com­ pany, and General Motors Corporation. That the visitors from another part of the forest were interested in some­ thing more than sight-seeing is bome out by the fact that every June, 1951, In submitting his report to the graduate who applied to the Office for Bulletin, Mr. Chwalek emphasized work has now been placed. Average starting salary for gradu­ that the services of the Placement ates holding Bachelor of Arts degrees, Office are available to alumni seek­ Mr. Chwalek said, is about $250 a ing employment as well as to students month, while that for chemists and now enrolled in the College. He also physicists is likely to be at least $275. urged alumni placed through the ef­ forts of the Office, particularly those June graduates for whom the Office has found positions include: Miss Pat­ engaged in personnel work, to keep him informed of openings in then ricia Boyd, now with the Baltimore companies. County (Md.) School District; Mi<ru Beryl Colwell, with Delbert Craig, Wilkes-Barre food broker; Frederick Brotherton and Charles F. Woodring, THE LIGHTEST DRAWER with the E. I. du Pont de Nemours In the Alumni Office cabinet holding Company; Arthur A. Johnson, with alumni addressograph plates there are Seam Roebuck and Company; Robert many drawers. But there is only one n. Eltus, with Coming Glass; and drawer labeled "Paid-up Alumni"—and it is not quite full. Pleasant though this year's homecoming was, it left the Association in a very delicate financial condition. Tho bottom having dropped out of our trea­ sury, we can't even scrape it. Won't you therefore send us three dollars for your 1951 dues and so pro­ vide some ballast for that Paid-up draw­ Victor. Cuarrat™TI^’Sm & Co“pcmy' BCA er? Heavy seas, these. * 6 ffa "Hew HeaeAeae lege. Miss., where he served as an in­ structor in music for two years. He studied music at Evansville College, Ind., and at the Arthur Jordan Conser­ vatory of Music, Indianapolis, where he was a scholarship student. While living in his home state, Mr. Detroy gained a considerable reputa­ tion as a recitalist in Hoosier music circles and appeared as piano soloist with the widely acclaimed Indiana­ polis Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Fabien Sevitzky. He holds a Mast­ er of Music degree in music theory from the Eastman School of Music, Rochester, N. Y., where he is now a candidate for the doctorate. The opening of Wilkes' fifth aca­ demic year saw the arrival of five new faculty members. They are: Dr. Vernon G. Smith, chairman of the edu­ cation department, whose appoint ment was announced in our summer issue; Mr. J. Ernest Crane, who took charge of the new Wilkes courses in elementary education; Mr. John G. Detroy, Jr., appointed head of the School of Music; and Mr. Walter E. Mokychic, '50, assistant in biology. Mr. Greninger, the new man in history, attended Susquehanna Uni­ versity and Gettysburg College, re­ ceiving his Bachelor's degree from the latter institution in 1941. He took his Master's degree at Temple Universi­ ty in 1947 and has since worked to­ wards his Ph.D. at the University of Pennsylvania. A native of New Jersey, Mr. Crane was graduated from the Trenton, N. J., Normal School and received his Ph.B. degree from Dickinson College. Fol­ lowing several years of service as a principal and supervising principal in South Amboy and Butler, N. J„ he went on to do graduate work in socio­ logy and take a Master's degree. He remains active in alumni work at that institution. The nevz teacher's experience in­ cludes tours of duty as an instructor in history at Valparaiso University, Ind., and the Ogontz Center of the Pennsylvania State College. The recent appointee to the educa­ tion department, who has also pur­ sued graduate courses at Columbia University, served the Newark, N. J., school system as an elementary and junior high school principal for many years, retiring in 1949. The Wilkes alumnus, Mr. Moky­ chic, a Bachelor of Science in biology, came to the college as a student fol­ lowing 49 months of service as a sur­ gical technician with the U. S. Army in the United States and Germany. Nov/ that he has taken to the birch, he assists regular students in the biology laboratories here and helps train Wyo­ ming Valley Hospital student nurses in anatomy and physiology. Dr. Detroy, who has taken on the task of directing the Choral Club and the Madrigal Singers in addition to his duties as music department head, comes to us from Blue Mountain Col- 7 �"The emphasis upon inle!1®ctu°1 attained when too much emp placed upon any one phase of'an ex- tracurricular activity. Th college gives no scholarships for the cnle nurnose of encouraging St^WBkS ConZ AthleSS receive the same consideration in ad­ missions, in the classroom and in the awarding of scholarships that is given to other students." So reads the first paragraph of the College's statement of its athletic poli­ cy—and if Director of Athletics George F. Ralston's utterances serve to ex­ press his convictions, he is the man to implement that policy. In recent addresses before local luncheon clubs—and more particular­ ly in the speech he made at the November meeting of Wilkes Faculty Women—Dean Ralston lashed out at commercialism and professionalism in college athletics and presented a pro­ gram of reform—the same program the College is striving to put into ef­ fect. Speaking before the faculty wives and women teachers at the College, the athletic director attributed to pro­ fessionalism such evils as double standards in college admissions and the cencouragement ---of Ulieaicheat. ------ — —gvmvui Ui mg-. and other practices Icuuiug leading tome to the —" prachCio dismtegration of players' personalities. Professionalism has led to the ____ _ mvio xcu iw me recruitment of recruilmenf r>f boys who —> cannot poss­ ibly profit from a college education," he said. Continuing, the Dean poked holes in the argument that winning athletic teams bring glorious prestige t 7 the colleges and universities that tohave them. "Among the great universities, Harvard, Yale, and Chicago have perhaps the largest endowments and 8 the most enviable reputations s thejr football teams among the ten?" he asked. °P "As for good small colleges - h went on, "did you ever hear of Vm hams, Amherst, and Bowdoin hcrvina winning teams? y Turning to suggestions for restor ing amateur athletics to "their rightful place in the American educational scheme," Mr. Ralston proposed reaf. torn, fhe principle principle" that "the prim,— firming the purpose of education is to tr .Pnrncffy P t„. ta]dng n « to tram the^ of education, "as has been^ 8 °ut Johns an“as done Q1 ganizing schedules so that th' ?60r‘ similar strength and poUcy com’8 ?f with one another; reexamining aS sions policies with a view to rnni? them more democratic, and makT9 coaches full-time faculty membeS 9 Ofaeci Alumni may be interested in a new Air Force program about which we have recently received an inform­ ation bulletin. Details are avaiable in the Alumni Office. A letter from the headquarters of the First Air Force reads in part:: The United States Air Force is, at the xpresent time, offering direct appointments in the Air Force Reserve • qualified -in technical to individuals specialties which can be utilized by the Air Force. The need is for college graduates who possess degrees in Business Administration, Engineering, LIU UO11, .Lilly lllCCllliy I Psychology or or allied allied fields. fields. ItIt isis icuirealxoycliuluyy tzed that, due to lack of publicity, qual­ ified, intelligent, young men are unaware of the vast opportunities offered them by the Air Force. It is our inten­ tion to offer commissions to those qual­ ified young men so that they may serve their country in the capacity for which they are best suited. Inquiries may be directed to Head­ quarters, First Air Force, Mitchel Air Force Base, New York. Attention: Dir MPP. liant and altogether pleasant start November 5 when Roy Eaton, young concert pianist who had won the Kosciuszko Foundation's $1,000 scholar­ ship in 1950, appeared in a recital Dr. Farley announced last month here—and contributed proceeds from it to a scholarship fund for the Wilkes that an outright grant of S50.000 in addition to an undisclosed number of School of Music. As a Christmas offering, the Madshares of Planters Nut and Chocolate Company stock has been left to rigal Singers of the college presented of' madrigals Wilkes under the will of William B. a~ program \ ’ „ ’ and’ carols ’ ’by „ Schaeffer, vice president of Miners European composers of the fifteenth, National Bank, who died December 11 sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. centuries, in General Hospital here at the age of The performance was in the style of early madrigal singing—with the dir­ 86. A trust fund, Dr. Farley added, is to ector, Mr. John G. Detroy, Jr., head of be established for Mr. Schaeffer's the School of Music, at the piano and daughters, Miss Marian R. Schaeffer the singers grouped around him. of Fine View, Rice Township, and Mrs. Admission to the remainder of the Violet Schaeffer Fleugel of Boston, Sunday-aftemoon concerts, which fea­ Mass. The Miners National Bank has ture School of Music faculty members and students, is free. The schedule of been named executor of the estate. The will, dated June 30, 1948, dir­ coming concerts in the College gym­ ects that net income from the trust nasium follows: fund shall be paid in equal shares to Sunday, January 13 — Recital by the two daughters for a period of 20 Wilbur Isaac, instructor in voice at the years. Twenty per cent of the corpus college who is well known as an in­ of the estate is to be shared by the terpreter of art songs. daughters five years after the death Sunday, February 17—Piano and of Mr. Schaeffer's wife, which occur­ voice recital by John and Eleanor De­ red in 1949. The remaining forty per troy, both graduates of the Eastman cent is to be shared by the daughters School of Music. Mr. Detroy has ap­ 20 years following the wife's death. peared as piano soloist with a number If either or both daughters be de­ of symphony orchestras, and Mrs. ceased before the 20th year payment, Detroy, in the major oratorios and the will continues, the share due them operas. shall be paid their children. Should Sunday, March 16—A joint pro­ they be deceased without issue sur­ gram of outstanding choral works by viving them, the balance of the estate the Singers' Guild of Scranton and the is to be given the College. Wyoming Valley Oratorio Chorus, By action of the Board of Trustees, conducted by Charles Henderson, in­ Dr. Farley revealed, a considerable structor in music at the College. portion of the income from the gift has Sunday, April 27 — Program by been set aside for scholarship pur­ Wilkes College Chorus, conducted by poses. Mr. Detroy. Sunday, May 11 — Concert by Wilkes College Band, conducted by Robert E. Moran, School of Music in­ structor long familiar to football fans among the alumni. If the two concerts already given Again this year, through its Town & Gown Concert Series, the College may be considered a foretaste of what has the pleasure of sharing with mem­ is to come, alumni hereabout could do bers of the community the best in old a great deal worse than to devote one Sunday afternoon a month to the com­ and new music. The current series got off to a bril- ing programs! $50,000 and Setter 'Way 9 �to relive, for a little time, what a Yale man has called "the shortest, gladdest years of life." acid Tfeca Cold and wet though the weekend rv„.L_r 16 was, the homecoming ___ then must have warmed the of November cockles of every returned alumnus' held t*— heart. The weekend's activities, planned ■ by student groups as well homecoming committee K aS the Ray Jacobs, '50, provided lleaded bv tunities for former stnd= .rare °Pnnr and B. U. J. C. to visit with\°f dikes’ mates and whilom teacher ^lassass~ ■1 so A < i - - T If'*'- ! L — i zx i /....................... .■ O? I ' . r~- 1;3 ' fli t. •■< H ■ I ml ■ 1 ■ *’>■ " ?.A 5UAU.COM-EGE.RNOSTW THERE ARE those WHO LOVE IT.* t>M®.teii •/ a s&l McCLINTOCK: DETAIL OF WINNING DECORATION 10 i i *k ts.Sirsjust a ■! I ■ Kki - * .1 i Ray's committee, made up of Mary Pohala, Loretta Farris, Tony Wide­ man, Association President Bill Leutzel, Dan Williams, Tom Gill, and Tom Brislin, met in Chase Hall one evening a week for several weeks prior to the annual stir-off to arrange details for such events as the cocktail party and collation at Hotel Sterling—certainly not the least pleasant features of the two-day affair. Then, just as the far-llung alumni were recovering from the shock of learning that they were not to be guided about a long familiar campus, they received invitations from the Col­ lege for a homecoming tea at McClin­ tock Hall (described in the invitation as a "bit of old Wilkes-Barre")—an af­ fair arranged for them by the Student Council, Theta Delta Rho, and the women of McClintock. Prime mover behind the affair was Mrs. Gertrude Marvin Williams, act­ ing dean of women, whose suggestion to the Administrative Council that re­ turning alumni were at least as inter­ ested in seeing the teachers vzho had really got to know them in Wilkes classrooms as in being 1 greeted by officers of administration bore fruit Saturday afternoon, November 17, at McClintock. It was pretty much of a toss-up whether alumni or faculty en­ joyed the gathering more. Inclement weather Friday forced postponement of two events of some importance—the Wilkes-King's game and the judging of the homecoming decorations—and more of the same Saturday failed to justify the post­ ponement. Undaunted, the committee of judges (married alumnae all) that had ap­ peared on campus Friday returned Saturday to squish about the entire campus, from the gymnasium to Mc­ Clintock Hall, and take in the decora­ tions conceived and executed by stu­ dent clubs and dormitory groups. Al­ though the elements had wrought havoc among the decorations, com­ pletely wiping out one of them (an extraordinarily clever display done by the women of Sterling Hall), a suffi­ cient number were intact—or nearly so—to enable Mesdames Ruth Tischler Voekler, Phyllis Eichler Berger, Irene Koniecko Mechak, and Charlotte Reichling Lisses to come to an equit­ able decision. The spirited boarding students of McClintock—-whose display included, on an upper level, a dejected King's player seated head in hands at a stu­ dy table, his housecoat hanging on a hall-tree in the comer, and, on a lower level, a Wilkes classroom, the black­ board in which bore the best-known quotation from Daniel Webster's Dart­ mouth College Case speech—won out, with honorable mention going to the Beacon and the International Rela­ tions Club, whose joint decoration graced Barre Hall. Retiring President Bill Leutzel presented the Alumni Association's trophy to Nancy Fox, senior honor student in McClintock, at the Association's December meeting in Chase Hall. Many high points were reached during the convivial soiree at Hotel Sterling, which served as homecom­ ing headquarters, but perhaps the highest was Bill Luetzel's announcement of the results of heavy voting in the recent Association elections. The slate, greeted with hearty huzzahs, was—and is—as follows: president. Bill Griffith, who is also in line for con­ gratulations for having won Wilkes v/oman Grace Ruffin; vice-president, Dan Williams; secretary, Betty Reese; treasurer, John Fink; and member-atlarge, Bill Luetzel. The warm congratulations and good wishes of the Bulletin go to the new officers. We look forward to hear­ ing a great deal more from them. Turning to colder matters, we shall remark only that PR minion Jack Cur­ tis, described by Dean-coach George F. Ralston as "young and laht of heart," has written a complete jere­ miad on the Wilkes-King's game for this issue. 11 �r / 1951 1 HOTEL STERLING 12 HOMECOMING COMMITTEE MEMBERS AND RINGER 13 �uc/teaa-cd "How settle the debt we owe the College?" Some such question must often occur to loyal Wilkes alumni— who, unlike most other alumni, lack an organized alumni fund. We suspect such alumni are aware—though the figures are not quite so impressive as they would be in a highly endowed institution—that the tuition and other fees they paid as students failed to cover the cost, of their instruction. If they are Wyoming Valley natives, they are conscious of a debt of gratitude to the public-spirit­ ed members of the community who provided the buildings, grounds, and money that enabled them to attend college while living at home. And if they believe in education, they no doubt wish to extend its benefits to those who follow them. So far, alumni wishing to contri­ bute a few dollars a year to the col­ lege (being youngish, they are hardly in a position to establish trust funds) have been given no inkling as to how to make a beginning. But now the col­ lege has published a folder entitled Keeping the Faith: A Scholarship Pro­ gram for Wilkes College, which we think furnishes some of the answers. In a section called "Pertinent Ques­ tions and Straight Answers Concern­ ing a Scholarship Program," the auth­ ors point out that funds now available for scholarship purposes are inade­ quate. If the college is to continue to assist outstanding students who lack financial resources—and it must—it must turn again to its friends, among whom members of the Alumni Asso­ ciation are of course numbered. Worse, the folder continues, if scholarship funds are not forthcoming, the college has no alternative but to draw upon such present resources as tuition fees and income from endow­ ment—a practice which, long continu­ ed, would threaten the very existence of the college. The folder also makes the point that Wilkes scholarships are not "free 14 rides": almost every one of the 90 scholarship holders at the College last year found it necessary to supplement his scholarship vzith money earned on the campus or in the community. The college provided him with oppor­ tunity, not security. Happily, the scholarship commit­ tee of the Board of Trustees sees a solution to the present problem__ a solution alumni can help the college arrive at. It lies in the establishment of endowed scholarships, the giving of small annual gifts, and the pledging, by alumni and other friends of the col­ lege, of money to be given over a period of years. "All three types of giving," the folder concludes, "are essential to the success of the program." Here, we think, is a program of giving that even impecunious fledg­ ling alumni need not be diffident about participating in. Interested members of the Association—and we are persuaded there must be many— may secure folders or pledge-cards, or both, from either Dr. Farley or the Alumni Office. OzeAe^tna, As the Bulletin goes to press, the long-defunct Wilkes-Barre Symphony Orchestra goes into rehearsal. The first rehearsal of the reorgan­ ized group marks the culmination of plans afoot since early fall, when Dr. Farley and the School of Music facul­ ty members began to discuss with Ferdinand Liva, concert master of the Scranton Philharmonic and part time school of music instructor, the possibil­ ity of bringing symphony music back to Wyoming Valley. Mr. Liva, the third local musician to undertake the task of welding a group of valley instru­ mentalists into a symphony is serving as conductor of the reactivated or­ chestra. Expected to absorb the entire pro­ fessional element of the Valley, the Wilkes-Barre Symphony will also pro­ vide an outlet—the only outlet—for talented amateurs hereabouts. ‘gaUtw eCewt cut By Jack Curtis. Public Relations The time has finally come when Wilkes closes its football book and has to say, "This has been our first unsuccessful season." A quick look at the records shows a lopsided propor­ tion of losses over wins, but, far worse, the Colonels failed to tie their sixth knot in the tail of the King's Lion. George Ralston, who has become quite accustomed to turning out cre­ ditable teams on a shoe-string, vzas faced with the usual prospects—short­ age of manpower and lack of experi­ enced candidates. But the telling fac­ tor in the 1951 annals of the Blue and Gold was the injuries jinx. Lady Luck stepped in to deal a severe blow in the very first tilt. Dovzn at Cresson Stadium, the Colonels had a neat victory going vzhen Al Nichol­ as, star running and passing tailback, suffered a broken nose and an injured hand. The Wilkesmen hung on to a one point lead through the vzork of fullback Eddie Davis and end Al Molosh until the very end of the ball­ game vzhen the Red Flash capitalized on a blocked punt to give them a 12-7 victory. Next vzeek, in the home opener, the Colonels gave their fans a treat and shovzed plenty of class to trounce the University of Bridgeport 25-7, scor­ ing in every quarter. Once again, hovzever, Nicholas was put out of ac­ tion, and Davis took over, finding passing targets in Al Molosh and Billy Veroski. Besides snagging TD passes from Nicholas and Davis, Molosh vzas all over the field that night. One of his feats vzas the blocking of a UB punt vzhich became a Wilkes touch­ down vzhen tackle Leo Solomon fell on the ball in the end zone. In the waning moments of the fray the Purple Knights from Connecticut ed all through the campaign. .„„T,he,£o??win9 week George Ralsy“,to°k h's squad to upstate New York for a battle with the Ithaca Colege Bombers. Wilkes held a 2-0 edqe in this series, but the outlook was not So promising that night. Nicholas, Dan­ ny Pinkowski and Gigi Elias were de­ stined to sit the entire game out and tadie Davis was available for only limited action. After playing three years as de­ fensive end, Molosh switched to tail­ back and did a bang-up job despite his novice status in the backfield. The best the Colonels could do was to hold off the Ithaca power as attack after attack battered the line. Finally the Wilkesmen crumpled and Ithaca pushed across its lone touchdown in the last quarter. As time ran out, the Ralston Raiders were holding the Bombers on the one-yard line. Final score: Ithaca College 6, Wilkes Col­ lege 0. Following a three-week rest from the grid wars, the Colonels took on the highly favored Bloomsburg STC povzerhouse. The Huskies were riding high on the crest of an undefeated, untied record and were determined not to let our boys spoil it. Coach Bob Redman shovzed plainly that he had not forgotten the 1949 shellacking handed the future teachers by John Florkievzicz and crevz. The game vzas played at Kingston Stadium in bitter cold vzeather on a field covered vzith ice. The Huskies took every break and used all their flash to get a snug 27-0 lead. It has become legend that the last quarter of a Wilkes game is al­ ways action-packed and the Bloom tilt vzas no exception to the rule. Late in the final stanza, Nicholas faded to pass. Eluding a swarm of would-be tacklers, Nick let one fly into the endzone where Ronald Smiley gerald, center turned vzingback, squeezed betvzeen a pair of Husky de­ fenders and made a beautiful catch 15 �while lying practically flat on his face. Molosh converted. Maryland State College was next on the agendum, with the Colonels unpacking their gear at Princess Trincccc Anne, on the eastern shore of that state. Nicholas was bedded with a virus infection, and once again Molosh assumed the role of tailback. Babes Davis made the Colonels' TD with Molosh's boot splitting the goalposts. The flashy Negro eleven proved too much for the jinx-ridden locals and the score came out Maryland State 26, Wilkes 7 . . . even without Swifty Polk, The big homecoming game with Mcrthamptcr. Street rfr.'ale the Northampton rivals was the cne vL' ‘ would square „ ... which things ... in the ■ ■ ’ ■ record' books. At least that was what everyone thought. The game was set for Friday night at Meyers Stadium, and the boys looked at their best when the final practice was held at Kirby Park Thursday afternoon. Fate wouldn't let up on Wilkes, though. Foul weather led to the post­ ponement of the epic until the following evening, and by the time the game started the Colonels seemed to have lost their edge. When Saturday night came it was Wilkes trying to protect its perfect record against King's. The Colonels had swept the series with five in a row since the two schools began gunning for one another in 1946. The outcome of the game was in doubt all the way down to the open­ ing kickoff. Then King's took over and was never headed. Trailing at half­ time, Wilkes came back with a surge that loyal supporters thought would surely pull the game out of the fire. George Elias snagged a King's pass and raced 51 yards to the Monarchs' 30. A pass from Nicholas to Molosh put the ball in the vicinity of the five. Nick scoring for the first time this season, plunged across to keep the Colo­ nels from suffering a shut-out. The very next play from scrim­ mage was the one which broke the backs and hearts of the men in Blue and Gold. Harry Miller, imported King's halfback, took a pass in the flat and picked up interference from every16 where except the bench to gallop eighty yards for a TD. From that moment it was all King's. Wilkes just couldn't stop the aerial wizardry of the Monarch quarterbacks. The final score, unbelievable even to. R°cco English, we suspect, was King s 27, Wilkes 7. The Colonels supremacy over King's had ~ been snap­ ped. It led the hot-stove leaguers to remark that all Wilkes needed was 21 points and 25 athletic scholarships to have turned the tide. But even in defeat, Wilkes had won a moral victory. It had held fast to its policy of de-emphasizing sports even though it meant lopsided records in the scorebooks. Coach George Ralston's boys will always remember him for his firm stand on clean sports and the mental and moral training .physical, . derived from that approach, We like to think of Wilkes College as an oasis in the midst of present-day athletics. Our college can be recom­ mended for the clean brand of ball the squads play, If the majority of ...u ~~ coaches ■— could come to recognize, as our coaches do, that the things that really count are the values individual players realize from the game, then we have reason to hope that college football may yet emerge from the muck and mire into which it has been dragged. rfC fyea/t at -33 was George Elias, junior that athletics must be seen in a prop­ prowess Wilkes-Barre, who was named from T'-; prospective. He went on to relate Outstanding Back of the Year. His er through personal experience that it is election as co-captain of the 1952 foot­ the mental and physical training ball squad along with Dan Pinkowski, gained from college athletics that was also announced at the dinner by counts most. head coach George Ralston. Coach Ralston thanked "his boys" A veteran of four years of football for the splendid co-operation they at Wilkes as a defensive end, Molosh gave him this year. "Even though we became a 60-minute man this year did not have a successful football sea­ due to a shortage of football material son," he said, "my boys worked hard­ and even doubled as tailback against er than any other squad in the his­ Ithaca and Maryland State Colleges, tory of Wilkes." pjis performance against Bridgeport Letters were awarded to the follow­ was termed by Ralston as "All-Ameri­ ing alumni, including 1952 gradu­ can". Also chosen as first-string end ates and terminals: football—Al Mol­ on the Ukrainian All-American team, osh, Dick Scripp and John Strojny; he was the Wilkes' team's leading basketball—Bob Benson, Al Casper, Charlie Jackson and John Zigmund; scorer. His teammates accorded him the baseball—Al Molosh, Len Gavlick, highest mark of recognition last night John Zigmund, Don Blankenbush, Joe by selecting him as recipient of the Deschak, Chet Molley, Al Manarski; Gallagher award, created in honor of soccer—Ed Wheatley and Charley Joseph Gallagher, Wilkes football Thomas; wrestling—George McMah­ player who was killed in an automo­ on, Joe Stephens, Skinny, Ennis, Geo. Dvorozniak and Norm Cromack. bile accident in 1949. Dr. Farley spoke briefly and offer­ Letters for basketball were award­ ed congratulations to all Wilkes teams ed in absentia to Jake Bator and Park­ of the past year. He stressed again er petrilak, now in Korea. CHAMPIONS AT THE FREE THROW LINE t&e A1 Molosh received triple honors at the college athletic dinner Decem­ ber 12 in the cafeteria. The 1951 foot­ ball co-captain received the Outstand­ ing Lineman of the Year Trophy, the Joseph Gallagher Memorial 1 Trophy, — -------J W. Davis —-- Memorial ------and the TT Howard Trophy. The senior from Brooklyn, N. Y„ was awarded the Davis Trophy for achievement in athletics, sportsman­ ship, leadership and scholarship last year and is the first two-time winner. Also receiving a mark of high esteem and a trophy for his athletic Here are the Wilkes College players who dropped in 24 straight foul shots when the; they won over East Stroudsburg State Teachers College. Left to right are Jim Moss, inset; Jim Al, Atherton, Bob Benson. Joe Sikora. John Milliman. CTron^ Lon Batroney, and a'nd'Harry Harry Davenport, inset. Inset ’ ' in ' center is Coach GeorgeisRalston. Mr. Ralston checking with the NCAA to see if the Colonels set a new record by making all their foul tries. Batroney shovzed the way with eight conversions. Sikora made six while Milliman and Atherton had three each. Benson converted converted twice twice while while Mess and Davenport had one each. 17 �BW'd 6eatea &atte/ied (footer M&Ce 6atc^ TROPHY CASE STILL SANS TIE S&ont ‘Sat Senary 2,ccta- tet "7^0. fyeM Despite his team's definite lack of With the largest number of experienced players he had ever seen on his height and experience George Rals~ • - ..... roster. Coach Bob Partridge had ton, rea­ basketball mentor at Wilkes for son to believe that 1951 was the year the past six years, has so far directed for the booting Colonels to break into his charges to five victories and six the win column. They had been with- hard-fought defeats, out a win ever since they started play­ Only holdovers from last year's ing in 1949. quintet are Bob Benson and Len Bat­ roney with Jimmy Atherton, Harry In the first place, Partridge had Davenport, and Joe Sikora up from the such seasoned lettermen as Cled Row­ reserves. The Colonels, although lands, Flip Jones, Roxey Reynolds, plagued by a decided lack of a tall Ben Beers, Charley Thomas, Ed Walli- man, have shown plenty of scrappi­ son. Bill Mergo, Jake Kovalchek, Ed ness. Even in games that they lost the Wheatley and Preston Eckmeder. It Blue and Gold five gave the opposi­ looked like a nice nucleus. tion plenty to worry about, John Milli­ In addition, he had been able to man, a sophomore and a newcomer recruit several more - than - passable to Wilkes basketball, has shown stalwarts. These included Jim Hart­ splendid form off the backboards and man, Bill Clausen, Jim Moss, John the has gained possession of the ball for Geek Milliman, Benny Lucas and Dick the Colonels while contending with the best of the "backboard giants." Polikowski. The game against East Strouds­ Despite all, however, the gymna­ burg State Teachers College at the sium trophy case did not become the . . home court here in Wilkes-Barre resting place for Bob Partridge's red proved the Ralstonmen to be chamand blue Pennsylvania tie, destined j.—«—i pions in at least one sense of the word. to rest forever among the Wilkes mem­ They performed one of the most re­ entos as soon as the Colonels win. markable feats in the history of col­ High points of the season included lege basketball against the teachers two games with Elizabethtown Col­ by sinking 24 foul shots in as many lege, a newcomer to Wilkes athletic tries for a perfect record for the night. The team's accomplishment, believed relations. The Colonels had a near­ to be a new national record, received brush with glory on the Blue Jay much publicity, stories appearing in home-field, only to see a 1-1 tie eva­ Associated Press releases and The porate in the closing minutes of the Sporting News, a national sports game. At Kirby Park the Colonels ac­ weekly. tually found themselves two points The Wilkesmen went on with the ahead of the Etowners, 4-2. The Wilkes aid of their sharp shooting from the power faded in the all-important final free throw line and defeated the period as the visitors slammed Strouds by a score of 68 to 64. through to a 5-4 reverse. After dropping successive games The Elizabethtown return match set to neighboring rivals King's College a new high mark for the Colonels, at and the University of Scranton, the least. In the third quarter,, Ben Beers, team went wild and soundly drubbed whilom Girard College hooter, reeled a strong Mansfield State Teachers to the sidelines and punchily an­ outfit. nounced to the assemblage, "This is The Colonels unleashed a fast some sort of a record. We never had break in this game and won going four before." away as they really poured it on in late minutes, the final gun going off with Wilkes the victor by an 86-58 score. The Cagemen started the New Year off right when after a peaceful layoff over the holidays they came back strong and emerged victorious ifi a home tilt against Harpur College of Endicott, N. Y. This one was a thrill­ er all the way. Our boys came from way behind to take the lead late in the last period and went on to win. Once again the sports pages of American newspapers gave much at­ tention to the little quintet from Penn­ sylvania. Ratings received from the National Collegiate Athletic Bureau (NCAB) shovzed that the Wilkes team v/as in seventh place nationally in foul shooting. At that time Len Batroney was 30th in individual scoring averages among the nation's leaders in the small college ranks. Moravian College, long noted for their fine court pacers, came to tovzn on Saturday the 5th of January. After the jayvees took a lacing from the junior Greyhounds, things looked mighty dim for our varsity. But to the amazement of the large crowd of basketball enthusiastis on hand for the tilt, the Colonels withstood a late rally of the Bethlehem team and vzon the game. The next NCAB release shovzed the Wilkes-Barre five in second place in the country in foul shooting and up among the leaders in many other categories. Batroney had moved up to 19th place in over-all scoring and vzas ninth in foul tossing. The Wilkesmen had at that time an incredible mark of 69.9 per cent in charity swish­ ing. An even later release put the Blue and Gold up vzith the cream of the ac­ curate tossers in college basketball. This time it was for field goals. Rals­ ton's cage crevz at this writing are ranked fifth and are fighting hard to up their 41.2 percentage from the floor. The quint is on an extended road trip at the present time and so far it has been only so-so. At Williamsport they dropped one to Lycoming Col­ lege and at Bloomsburg were edged by the future teachers. Joe Sikora, who has been the big rebound man this year as well as the tallest man on the squad (only 6-2), was out of action in the tilt with the Huskies and his ab­ sence in the lineup meant the differ­ ence. The Colonels lacked height and lost out in the last minute of play by a 75-71 count. A busy schedule looms ahead of the team as they go on to finish the five-game away slate before returning home to meet Susquehanna February 6th. Ralston's charges took the mea­ sure of the same Susquehanna team January 16th and is hoping to repeat the success. Lafayette College looms as the team to beat in the near future. Coached by a former professional star, Bill van BredaKoff of the New York Knicks, the Leopards will present a tough contest on their home floor in Easton. That game will be followed by Mansfield STC at the upstate school and then Susquehanna here at home. If the Colonel eagers can 1keep — „ up the fast pace, Wilkes is in for a very int nesting 1951-52 cage season. Games played to date, their scores, and remaining contests on the schedule follow: 1951-1952 Schedule Hartwick •Kutztown STC •Stroudsburg STC University of Scranton •King's College •Mansfield STC •Harpur •Moravian Lycoming Bloomsburg Susquehanna University JAN. 19 „ ii Lafayette College 2 Mansfield STC 6 * Susquehanna University 9 ’Philadelphia College of Phar. & Science 13 ’Lycoming College 16 Nevz York St. Tech. Inst. 20 ’Bloomsburg STC 22 King's College 23 Kutztown STC L L W L L W W W L L W 76-55 61-51 68-64 83-53 83-60 86-58 62-47 59-52 75-56 75-71 - �'WneattenA 'pcuniiccifi paced Ohm. Jim Laggan's grunt and groan society has been in action this year even though it hasn't been at home so far. To date the wrestling team has won two meets and lost two and has placed one man in the Collegiate Open Tourney here at Wilkes over the Christmas holidays. Charlie Thomas, a senior from Forty Fort, is this year's captain and has shown some excellent form in the manly art. He and his teammates dropped an oh-so-close decision to Cortland STC at the New York city in the campaign opener by an 18-17 score. A little out of their class at Millersville, the Colonel grapplers took a decisive beating at the hands of many former Wyoming Valley stars who wrestled with the Teachers. At Swarthmore College our boys had things pretty much their own way and emerged victorious 24 to 10 for win number one. The big one against King's at the Monarchs' home gym was the one that really counted, though. With three pins to their credit our men went on to trounce the neigh­ boring institution by a mighty 23 to 13 score. Some of last year's stalwarts are back and are helping Coach Laggan and his assistant Billy Lee in fielding (or matting) a team worthy of repre­ senting Wilkes. So far they have done wonders. Big surprises of the newcomers have been Bob Reynolds of Hanover Township and Joe Yanovitch of Nan­ ticoke. Reynolds hasn't lost yet and Yanovitch is probably the man most feared by opponents. Next meet and first home affair is scheduled for January 19 at the Wilkes 27 Harpur STC MAR. 1 *Hartwick 8 Stroudsburg STC ‘Denotes home game W-Won game; L-Logt game 20 CHARLIE THOMAS. CAPTAIN gym. The opponent will be Lock Haven STC. Meets to date, scores, and remain­ der of schedule: 1951-1952 Season DEC. 15 Cortland STC JAN. 5 Millersville STC 8 Swarthmore College 12 King's College 19 *Lock : Haven STC 26 ‘*E. Stroudsburg STC L 18-17 L 32- 3 W 24-10 W 23-13 FEB. 16 *Ithaca College 20 *West Chester STC 29 Wyoming Seminary Now that the College is in full session again, our Jane, who is nothing if not a stu­ pas precious little time in which to dig dentalumni news and prepare it for publication. up c** This is- <xft®r aU' your BULLETIN: we urge you send us notes concerning your own activities and those of your classmates and other Wilkes friends. More people are interested than you might suppose. IL moreover, you will always mention tho Wilkes class of tho person you are sol up this thio section ac­ writing about, wo can set cording to classes—as an alumni newsletter should. Wo aro Indebted to Tony Wideman, '49, nsw serving as secretary to Dean of Mon George F. Ralston and Acting Dean of Women Gertrude Marvin Williams, for a considerable part of the nows wo have this time. DR. EARL J. RHOADES. '38, who astonished a good many people hereabouts by getting hiraDolf admitted Io Yale Medical School from tho Junior College, writes to toll us of his practice of orthopedic surgery in Nov/ Haven. Conn. Part of his letter Io Dr. Farley follows: a‘ birth' In °f these children have been Placed in institutions and declared mentally deficient c-fi" on the basis ol an intolllgence test designed fer children without a motor handicap. Now. something is being done throughout the country to remedy this situation. The United Cerebral Palsy Association of Connecticut offered a fellowship lor study of this condition under Dr. Winthrop Phelps at Johns Hopkins University, School ol Medicine, and at the Children's' s Rehabilitation Instituto. Fortunately, It was selected Irom the group of applicants as < the _ _____ recipient ol this award. During this study. I saw children who, under proper supervision, were able to cover three or four years of regular school work in half of that limo. Proper orthopedic bracing playa a largo part In this training, and that is my rolo. Although Earl had considered returning Io Wyoming Valley to practice, ho choso Now Haven because it offers him tho cultural advan­ tages of a university city without tho disad­ vantages of a largo city such as Nov/ York. Medical Director of tho United Cerebral Palsy Association of Connecticut, ho has, in ono month of practice, olfcclod tho alteration of a school plan to Include a special program for handi­ capped children, v/hlch program provides them with tho audio-visual equipment they need for proper instruction. During the past year I was a Follow in Children's Orthopedic Surgery, at tho Hos­ pital for Special Surgery in Nov/ York. This is an integral part of Cornell University, School of Medicine. I became interested in the problem of cerebral palsy and the educa­ tion of children v/ith such a handicap. This condition, as you probably know, may bo duo to many causes, most of which happen DON HONEYWELL, former Association pre­ sident now stationed at Selfridge Air Force Base, Mich., passed a pleasant half-hour v/ith us tho other day and confirmed v/hat ho had said in a letter to the exec sec. That letter reads, in part: ‘Denotes home meet ‘^S.ei.ca.'ic^ ‘Pna^tetm "^av 'Wci&eA -datib A Wilkes-Barre physician's zeal for research has enabled the college to establish a program of medical re­ search within its biology department. The physician is Dr. Sheldon G. Cohen, who has been authorized by the U. S. Public Health Service to use Wilkes facilities for carrying on the research he began as an immunolo­ gist in the Gibson Laboratories of the University of Pittsburg School of Medi­ cine. Having received two substantial grants from the National Heart Insti­ tute and the National Microbiological Institute, subdivisions of the Public Health Service, Dr. Cohen is continu­ ing his investigation of the role of in­ fection, allergy, and immunity in rheumatic fever and tuberculosis. A fellow of the American College of Allergists, the new research asso­ ciate is working closely with Walter E. Mokychic, ‘50, assistant in biology, in the college laboratories. ... I sincerely hope that I will be hear­ ing more from you, and perhaps you might mention to the other Alumni officers that I would be happy to hear from them and would certainly answer any letters that they might v/rite to me. Unfortunately, I don't have their addresses or I would certainly initiate the correspondence . . . I will also be interested to hear from you, or anyone else in the Association who may v/rite, concerning . . . what progress has been made in the matter of increasing 21 �Alumni attendance at monthly meetings and social functions. I am vitally interested in all the activi­ ties of the Association and in the success or failure of them. As I mentioned in my letter to Dr. Farley, I have quite a few ideas that I think would be useful. Don is now living with his wife (his mar­ riage was reported in our summer number) at 112 Smith St., Mount Clemens, Mich. Just such a suggestion as Don requests comes from TOM MORAN, former exec sec now working as a copy editor on the Pittsburgh Post­ Gazette. Tom, an inveterate suggestion-sender, writes Dr. Farley: I have another scheme for building a fire under the Alumni Association. As you know, the Wilkes-Barre Junior Chamber of Commerce holds a weekly luncheon meeting in Lazarus' cafeteria. Perhaps local alumni who have to eat in town anyway would wel­ come a similar chance to get together once a week. Your editor thinks tho notion has possibili­ ties. What do you think? Tom, by the way, is in Wilkes-Barre at this writing, recovering following an operation at Mercy Hospital, and appears to bo thriving. No wonder—seeing that he and Joan expect to enter into parenthood in May. JACK P. KARN (Kamofsky) writes to tell us that he has opened a theatrical booking agency in Wilkes-Barre under the name of Jack P. Karn, Theatrical Enterprises. Ho would ap­ preciate being kept in mind by members of the Association who desire entertainment for their club or business organization meetings. Such alumni may phone Wilkes-Barre 3-5383 or call at Room 231 Simon Long Building. ZOSIA GLOWACKI, who attended classes at Northwestern University last summer, is now teaching at Shickshinny High School. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Voelker (Mrs. V. is the former RUTH TISCHLER, '44) have moved into their new home on Ferguson St., Shaver­ town. Ruth was one of the judges of homecoming decorations this year. vities in New York. Nov/ doing graduate work in clinical psychology at the New School of Social Research, the former psychometrist at the Wilkes Testing Bureau is also serving as an attendant at tho Bellevue Hospital. Along with JOE KANNER, former chief psychometrist at the College, and BOB LEVINE, '51, also Nevz School students. Gene is concerned with the re­ habilitation of psychotics. JEAN WASHILEWSKI, '48, is working with Eastern Airlines in Nevz York. Indications that Wilkes engineers are com­ ing into their ov/n have been provided by Mr. Voris B. Hall, chairman of tho engineering de­ partment. Mr. Hall reports that ROBERT H. FRITZGES, v/ho completed tho engineering course hero in 1941, spoko at tho November meeting of the Society of Automotive Engineers in Philadelphia. Now an engineer with tho Mack Manufacturing Company of Allentown, Bob has become an authority on tho hydraulic systems of Mack buses. As a trouble shooter for his company, ho travois about tho country consulting with engineers of city transit firms. Mr. Hall also furnished us with a copy of The Flying A, house organ of tho Aoroquip Corporation of Jackson, Mich., that carried one of Bob's articles entitled "The Bus of Tomorrow —Today." After leaving Wilkes, tho Mack engineer continued his engineering work at Penn State, from which he was graduated in 1943, and be­ gan his association with Mack later that same year. He put in a year as a Naval Reserve Ensign and upon his discharge in 1945 returned to the Allentown firm. Bob's younger brother Carl is a socondyear engineering student at Wilkes. Another bit of nows bearing the Hallmark: HAROLD P. ANDERSON, Eng., '50—tho man who drew the library floor plans now under glass in Kirby Hall—has been elected to Tau Beta Pi, national honorary "”'v engineering fraterni­ ty, where ho is i winding ty, at Syracuse University, up his course in electrical ical engineering. Hal is havinc been compiling an outstanding record, having named also to membership ip in Theta Tau, Tv na­ tional professional engineering fraternity; — Eta Kappa Nu, national honorary society for electrical engineers; and Scabbard and Blade, R. O. T. C. honor society. Ruth's classmate WILLIAM ROBINSON is working in the office of the Glen Alden Coal Company in Scranton. His home address is 450 South River Street, Wilkes-Barre. Consistently on the Dean's List for the School of Applied Science at Syracuse, Hal is also cadet lieutenant colonel in the Signal Corps R. O. T. C. unit there. As commandant of that outfit, he recently received a commendation from Dean Galbraith of the School of Applied Science. Two or three weeks ago GENE BRADLEY, '51, called at the office to cut us in on his acti- Another pair of Wilkes alumni have come out in favor of bonds stronger than those the 22 Association provides. j In plan English, CHAR__ IS, '50, and BOB WENTZ, '46, were LOTTE DAVIS recently married. GEORGE JONES, '49' now in the Air Force, is stationed at Sampson Air Force Base near Geneva, N. Y. With the personnel d< lepartment there, George somehow finds timeand _______ _ energy enough to v/ork towards his Master's degreeJ at nearby learby Cornell University. ROSS LEONARDI, '50, has completed the work required for his Master's at Bucknell Uni­ versity. At present he is associated with his uncle in their Scranton and Pittston stores. MARY SLEVA, '49, is employed by I the Veterans' Administration Hospital of Wil WilkesBarre an secretary to the chief of nurses. SHELDON FRIED of Kingston, v/ho has ap­ peared on a number of radio and television shows in Nov/ York, has accepted an invita­ tion to join tho Hedgerow Theatre in Philadel­ phia. Nov/ stationed with tho U. S. Arr rmy in Germany, Pvt, DAVID G. JONES. ’49. writer! that his 11 life in Europe would bo muchi more interesting 1if tho Army v/ould allow him more traveling time. Another Army man, PAUL THOMAS, '50, is 'Wit.&ea e=7zai(t *7fyeacl Handed and ^ndt'iacta'iA stationed at Camp Detrick. Md.. where he is housing and billeting officer. Paul, who was in charge of the first seven grades in a oneroom school last year, says his present vzork is a far cry from teaching. PHIL NICHOLAS, '51, who seems deter­ mined to make the exec sec insurance poor, is a frequent visitor in the Alumni Office. Follow­ ing a two-week training program with tho Met­ ropolitan Life Insurance Company in New York last summer, Phil became associated with its Kingston office. Word reaches us that JOHN GUERRA, another *51, who was editor of the yec ’arbook last year, was recently married. He iss connected with Standard Oil in Cleveland. HAROLD LAWRENCE. '49, is working for Merck, Inc.. Rahway, N. J. Mail still reaches him, however, at his home address, 21 Garahan St., Wilkes-Barre. TRUDY JOHNSON and Durant W. Pask, Jr., were married November 25, 1950. The] )y arc at home at Roberta Lane, Waldwick Heights, Waldwick, N. YWo neglected to mention above that our informant Tony Wideman has broken into ]print since our last writing. An article of his ent ititled "Stop That Waste” appeared in tho Oct. October issue of Office Executive, a publication of tho National Office Management Association. BILL KOS1CKI, '49, has received his M. S. degree from Bucknoil and is now toachiiinq in the public school system of Sparrow's :Point, Md. As some 16 student nurses from Wyoming Valley Hospital complete their pre-clinical period of training at Wilkes under an arrangement that may be extended to include other hos­ pitals in the area, word comes fr-m the President's office that Miss Ruth lessee of Presbyterian Hospital, Phila­ delphia, will head the recently ap­ proved two-year course leading to the Bachelor of Science degree in nursing education. She will undertake her duties here in September, 1952. Tho Public Information Office of Fort Meade, The Meade Md.. informs us Md., ua ihal that Pvt. DONALD C, STALBIRD, '51, has been processed p ------w., ___ at the Reception and unsigned assi Center there a..d to the Fifth Infantry Division, Indiantown Cap, ( Military Reservation, Pa. JOHN J. SURASH of Luzorno sends tho news that he expects to bo active In tho Asso­ ciation in '52. Nov/ doing graduate v/ork at Lehigh University, he v/ill wind up his studios there next month. EVAN R. SORBER, '50, entered military service in November 1950. After basic training he took the Leaders Course at Fort Knox, Ken­ tucky. Ho received his orders for OCS at Fort Riley. Kansas and was commissioned a Second Lieutenant in the Military Police on December 15. 1951. Evan has been ordered to the Provost Marshal General's School at Carnp Gordon, “ Georgia, for 14 weeks of specialized training. The new program in nursing edu­ cation is intended to supply hospitals and schools of nursing with instruct­ ors, head nurses, and supervisors. JIM TINSLEY '51, let the U. S. Army shift for itself long enough to marry Miss Shir irley 1 Thomas of Wilkes-Barre and spend a v/cveek OB. honcymooing in Nevz York last October. Any state-registered nurse gradu­ ated from an approved school of nurs­ ing may become a candidate for the degree. Such a student may receive a maximum of 60 credits for work done in the school of nursing but must earn at the College at least 60 of the 120 credits required for the degree. Jim's classmate and former Beacon asso­ ciate TOM ROBBINS has just accepted a pc >osilard tion as an advertising copywriter with Standr Pressed Steel Company, Jenkintown, Pa. But v/hat have YOU been doing? 23 �2 ? - □S’ y X Irt>— Q> "4 v n c+ ■ W � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumni Magazine, 1947-present Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Description An account of the resource <p>An archive of Wilkes University Magazine, from 1947-present. 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Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumnus Bulletin January 1952 Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Marketing and Communications Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource January 1952 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Magazine https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/01a0b0040e3a993c4d72dc06074eb261.pdf 39adeb93ed4012d95ee57d3b054079d0 PDF Text Text ____ ' oO5?- WILKES COLLEGE WILKES-BARRE, PENNSYLVANIA SUMMER 1951 _ �alumnus XS. EDITORIAL C. J. FOXLOW, EDITOR STAFF: JANE SALWOSKI, DALE WARMOUTH PUBLISHED BY THE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION OF WILKES COLLEGE HUMBER 2 SUMMER 1951 VOLUME 3 CONTENTS ----------------------- —- 3 First On-campus Commencement Review of Commencement Addresses 4 Alumni Officers Elected --------------- - 6 Editorial Page There's no need to explain away the seeming incongruity between the summer green and the harvest pumpkin on S Servicemen Gain Degrees ---- 6 characteristically Grads Join Alumni Association 6 "Wilkes"—and non-autumnal— Summer Twilight Session Resignation of Old Editor-------- 6 our cover, for nothing could be more than this particular pumpkin. It is, of course, one of the tradi­ tional props of the Cinderella Ball, caught just as vivacious 7 Alumnotes 7 Award for Office Bard 8 Summer Theater at Wilkes 8 Graduate Education Center 8 the honors due her. Shown with Activities Come Home 8 her back—such a nice back, Life Cycle of a College Building 9 too — to the camera is Miss New Dean of Women Louise Brennan, 1951 Cinder­ ella, pops out of it to receive Marianna Tommassetti, year's Cinderella. last As for the seemingly slumbering trumpet­ .. . 10 Noted Educator Engaged 10 Student Council Elected . 11 Cinderella Chosen 11 A Letter from the President 12 With The Faculty 12 music at the spring stir-off did Sports Clippings 13 not share his ennui. Fall Athletic Plans 14 er—well, it was midnight, you know. But most of those who danced to Elliot Lawrence's Published Quarterly at WILKES COLLEGE ALUMNI OFFICE Chase Hall 184 South River Street, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. Sitting gingerly in the chair just vacated by Tom Moran (who took his cushion with him, hang it), your new editor would like, just this once, to inflict some­ thing of himself upon you, to drop the editorial "we". I find myself in a rather rum position—trying to handle alumni affairs for a college of which I am not an alumnus. But things are not quite so bad as they seem. My college, like Wilkes, is a small one. Its alumni are de­ voted to it, feeling that the grass on its greensward is somehow greener than any other grass, that the waters of nearby Sugar Creek are—appearances to the con­ trary—clearer than any other waters. To be sure, the college I speak of is considerably older than Wilkes. The spirit of the place, to which the feeling of the alumni for it contributes, has had many years in which to grow. But, as Josiah Royce has pointed out in his Philosophy of Loyalty, loyalty, which is of supreme value to the individual, is the whole­ hearted devotion of a person to a cause, something greater than himself—not necessarily as that cause is, but as it can become. That, I think, is something we should do well to remember. I would add that what our cause, Wilkes College, becomes depends entirely upon us. If I may ring in still another college, I should like to share with you a bit of a talk I once heard given by Ernest Martin Hopkins, president emeritus of Dartmouth: "Dartmouth is not loved because she is great; she is great because she is loved by countless loyal alumni." So it can be with Wilkes. One of the pleasantest events on the Wilkes camp­ us this spring was the testimonial dinner given for Dr. Frank J. J. Davies of the English department. Dr. Davies himself was the first to point out that his being selected for the honor really did not signify. What was significant—and altogether gratifying to the entire faculty, we suspect—was the fact that Wilkes students recognized quality instruction when they en­ countered it, that they were properly grateful to a teach­ er who was doing a conscientious job of work. There is a further reason for our pride in the stu­ dents who planned the dinner—a reason Dr. Davies did not comment on. As many of the alumni know, Dr. Davies is not and never has been an easy mark— or marker, for the matter of that. The testimonial din­ ner went a long way towards proving that a teacher can exact a high degree of scholarship and still be not only respected but liked. Loved, even. Ocm fyacc Perhaps we should be justified in calling this column Our Jane Says." Anyway, Miss Salwoski has a request to make of you. Our scrapbooks, which Jane keeps up to date, con­ stitute no mean record of how Wilkes is faring in the public eye. Jane spends a good part of her time past­ ing up Wilkes articles culled from local and out-of-town papers. Though the one clipping service that sends us Wilkes cuttings from the latter papers does a decent job enough, it is by no means infallible. We are not getting quite all the news. Thereby hangs the tale of how you, the alumni, can help us. If each of you would be so good as to cut out and send us articles on the College that appear in your home-town paper—provided that home town is not Wilkes-Barre—we should be considerably beholden to you. And we should have rather more evidence than we now have that we are earning our salt. Much thanks. •■W” *7'awancta. (^aviee.Ccit<y The response to our November letter on dues has been something less than overwhelming. As we told you last fall, annual dues come to only three dollars—surely not a prohibitive amount for even the youngest alumnus. One half of the money helps defray the expense of the business and social events sponsored throughout the year by the Alumni Associa­ tion; the other half pays—in part—for the printing of the Alumnus, official publication of the Association. Whether he pays his dues or not, every alumnus receives all Association publications. But we are hard put to believe that any Wilkes alumnus would deliber­ ately take advantage of that fact. We hope you will consider this a reminder that we are also hard put to make ends meet without your help. The success of the Association—and of the College— depends in large measure upon each of you. Throughout the coming months we shall make every effort to keep up our end by passing on to you all alumni and College news we receive. May we not count on you for a line now and then—and for three dollars NOW? APPEAL TO MARRIED ALUMNAE / / / Jane Salwoski, secretary in the Alumni Office, reports that her files are pretty much at sixes and' sevens. She would be grateful if all married alumnae who have been receiving incorrectly• addressed mail from the College would drop her a card indicating both their maiden and married names. ■ / / / / / �isewwze (fatditiaaed PT fl66 Inflective weed Long. serp prow. procession, led by Dr. Charles B. Reif, commencement marshal, forms on the Liun behind Kirby end Chase Halls _s prior : to marching to gymnasium to join Dr. Farley and trustees. On the evening ci June 11 the college staged its first rn-rffTTnug commencement Families ana friends of the graduates and of the college filled the South Franklin Street gymnasium to see some 160 members cf the Class of 1951 receive degrees and certificates and hear Dr. Martin D. Whitaker, president of Lehigh University r—'n nuclear physicist formerly with the atomic research laboratories at Oak Ridge, deliver the commencement address, "Old and New/' which is reviewed cn the next page. A particularly pleasant part of the evening came when Dr. Farley and various department heads presented special awards. The new Outstanding Graduate of the Year Award, presented by Dr, Farley cn behalf cf the alumni, went to Anthony J. ’ Andronaco. ’ ' New Canaan, Conn., who has been active in college lit? terary and dramatic affairs. Tony also has the signal honor of being ing the only member of the class graduated magna cum laude, havx> tving maintained the highest scholastic average among the graduating students. Dr. Samuel Rosenberg, chairman of the economics department, awarded the Dobsen Accounting Medal for outstanding work in accounting to Robert R. EHus. Pittston, and another new honor, the Journal of Commerce Award, to Stanley J. Kieszek, Plymouth, for ex­ ceptional scholarship in the Division of Commerce and Finance The oldest Wilkes award, the Engineering Medal, offered by the engineering faculty to the student with the highest scholastic aver­ age in the two-year engineering course, was given by Voris Hall, had of the engineering department, to George H. Brown, 7/ilkes-Barre, James R. Tinsley, Nanticoke, received from Mrs, Gertrude M. Williams, of the journalism section of the English department, the L. J. Van Laeys Journalism Medal for his proficiency in journalism and work on "The Beacon." In addition to Andronaco's magna cum laude. cum lauds rating was earned by four members cf the clars. They m were: Benjamin ____ J. Arch, Wilkes-Barre; Jack R. Phethean, West Pittston; Arthur A, John­ son, Hazleton, and Helene V. Donn, Wilkes-Barre. A complete list of 1951 graduates follows: Bachelor of Arts: Anthony J. Andronaco, Benjamin J. Arch, Jules H. Baltimore, Elmo J. Begliomini, Donald E, Biankenbuah, Arthur V/. Bloom, Benjamin R. Bona, Patricia A. Boyd, Eugene G. Bradley, Norman E. Cromack, Michael Curilla, James B. Davenport, William H. Eckert, Jr., John J. Feeney. Jr., Joseph C. Ford, Gytell Freed, George P. Heffernan, Jr., Robert P. Hilburt, Donald E. Himlin, Harry R. Hiccoz, Walter J. Hom, Harold J. Hymen, Cecil E. Jenkin-,, Donald A. Jones, Herman R. Kessler, Jr., Joseph Klutchko, Joseph Knish, Jr., Victor B. Kotulak, Michaline P. Kowicz, Robert D. Levine, Mildred J. Maxwell, Antoinette M. Menegus, Reno J. Menichelli, Sally R. Mittleman, Thomas D. Morgan, Joyce H. Nobel, Kenneth G. Northrup, William S. Owens, Ann Pavlik, David J. Pelmoter, William A. Perlmuth, John J. Persico, Joseph J. Petrosky, Willard G. Prater, Richard Raiber, Gerard F. Rogers, John M. Russell, Elizabeth A. Rutherford, Bartholo­ mew R. Rutkowski, Shirley E. Salsburg, Fred B. Schultz, Marita K. Sheridan, Donald C. Stalbird, Joseph A. Sullivan, Bernard R. Swetts, John Paul Thomas, James R. Tinsley, Richard Todd, Diane S. Travis, Matthew B. Valigra, Vester V. Vercoe, Jr., Rolland Viti, Donald E. Williams, Helen M. Williams, John W. Williams. Bachelor of Science in Commerce and Finance: Arthur A. Johnson, Raymond H. Ales, Virginia J. Bolen, Frederick E. Brotherton, Joseph A. Cipriani, Sanford Cohen, Norman M. Cross, Carl H. DeWitt, Cyril H. Drezinger, Tudor M. Ellis, Robert R. Eltus, John M. Fink, John B. Gallagher, Julian Goldstein, John A. Good, William A. Gorgas, John Gresh. John B. Guerra, Robert Hall, Wade W. Hayhurst, Henry G. Jones. Jr.. Stanley J. Kieszek, Donald C. Kivler, Norman P. Komblau, Raymond C. Kresge, John H. Line, Jr., Leonard F. Ludwikowski, John J-,I5.cCarthy>. Delbert C- McGuire, Jr., William H. Mohr, James Morse, Philip A. Nicholas, Daniel D. Phillips, Glenn H. Reinhart, Leon J. Shumosic, William C. Siglin, Robert J. Smith, Robert P. Starr, Edward owisloski, Frances E. Trembath, Robert R. Weeks, Daniel S. Wil­ cox, Jr., William J. Williams, Charles F. Woodring, Jr. 2-chelor of Science in Education: Frank W. Anderson, Fred D. " 'F. Jackson, John T. Jones, Jr., Charles R. Knapp, jzyr.i .■!, Kovalchik, Doris M. Kanarr Pearsall, M. Thomas Robbins, E. Olin Thomas, Marion S. Weltman. Bachelor of Science in Biology: Peter J. Coray, Albert G. Dani.^anko, Phillip T. Dornin, Edward A. Groblewski, Michael J. Kotch, Jcsc-pn C. Pawlak, Betty Rebennack, Joseph B. Schleicher, Nancy R. shackles, Thomas D. Stine, Robert S. Tether, ?ach,el°' ScIonce in Chemistry; Helene V. Donn, Joseph G. Bendoraite, Z/iUlam L. Evans, Joseph I. Gorko, William J. Hopkins, Ihomas Jones, Jr., William C. Kashanis, Jeanna C. VanNowonhizon, Stanley f, runkunis. Division Biology: Mary T. Sholoski, Ann W. Treelar. , „ n ? b” Division Commerce and Finance: Beryl A. Colwell, Qlsh<»k/‘kMWi‘8O'J?la^no LlBW°llyn. Barbara J. May, Constance M. vlnakas B°Che' Aidu Shul’no<>, Mary I. Varga, Joan A. Rrr TorI"!nal Division Engineering: Edwin P. Bachoson, George H. FadrrirV0A"r- Dvo'°zniak. Leo F. Gavlick, Harold W. Grabosko, Mav Da. 1M m'h ' William Hollz'nan, Paul J. Kostova, William IL May, Daniel M. Ungvarsky, John H. Williams. Speaking before a near capacity audience at the fourth annual Wilkes commencement, Dr. Martin D. Whitaker, president of Lehigh University, told the mem­ bers of the class of 1951, that the free peoples of the world must be wisely conservative if they are to pre­ serve their heritage of individual freedom and respons­ ibility. The distinguished atomic scientist asserted that education is a lifelong process of learning to select "that of the old which is good, that of the new which is worthy of adoption." Reminding the graduates that their education did not end with their receiving their diplomas, he said that the progress of that education would depend upon how much effort they exerted as individuals. Dr. Whitaker drew upon the experiments of the Russian biologist, Pavlov, to warn that human beings, like Pavlov's dogs, can be conditioned to become "bell responding as well as meat responding." He stressed the obligation of educated men and women to "look into the conditioned responses that are being planned far us." Using modem advertising as an example, Dr. Whitaker showed how effective such conditioning can be. At the beginning of his address, the Lehigh presi­ dent stated his intention of dealing with some of the problems facing individuals in preference to attempt­ ing to provide a panacea for the ills of the world. "We take cur heritage of individual freedom and responsibility altogether too much for granted," Dr. Whitaker said, "forgetting that only a small percent­ age of those who live and have lived on this planet have enioyed it." He cited a number of authors, from ancien- times to the present, whose writings tended to support: this assertion. TflanaG, Just as the ancients turned for aid to such gods as Jupiter and Mercury, the Bethlehem educator observed, so many of us are beginning to turn to Uncle Sam as a comparable figure; by so doing we are sacrificing our birthright, he said. "We must be chary of schemes that would force our thinking into patterns set by others," Dr. Whitaker cautioned. TOM S/zeMc at ^acca^awiecite Rabbi Samuel Wolk, one of the first trustees of the College, delivered the address at the first Wilkes bac­ calaureate on Sunday, June 10. Assuring the graduat­ ing class that "this is a very good time in which to live if only we know what to do with it," the Albany clergyman asserted that "the mind and heart and soul of man will determine whether he chooses blessing and life, or curse and death." Whether man sees life in its plain or its exalted sense makes all the difference, he added. "Man’s mastery over the arts and. sciences is stu­ pendous," Rabbi Wolk said, "but out of it arises man's persistent dilemma. Depending upon his own actions, man faces either ruin or triumph." At the beginning of his speech, the former WilkesBarre civic and religious leader paid tribute to the founders of Wilkes College as men deeply concerned about the "kingdom of the mind." . , —... J isident ot Lehigh University, addresses the largo commencement audience in the Wilkes gymnasium. Dr. Martin D. Whitaker, pre: faculty members are shown in the> background. Trustees and �s4CcMt(tc fi^ieezd. Sheeted: 'Pzedcdeat patted ^4/4"^. (fazdd (Idt j4b&tfd rSdociatuMt; Following a Class Day luncheon on Chase lawn, at which administration, faculty and alumni were hosts to the graduating class William Luetzel, presi­ dent of the Alumni As­ sociation, formally wel­ comed the 166 mem­ bers of the class of '51 into the organization. Results of the election were as follows: president, Don Honeywell, '49; vice president, William Luetzel, w '49; secretary’, Elaine Turner, '50 terminal; treasurer, Tom Gill, '49. Sezuteewea "Decreed Service in the armed forces prevented five mem­ bers of the class of 1S51 from receiving their diplomas at the commencement exercises in the Wilkes gymna­ sium. The five men are: Thomas D. Morgan, Plymouth; Donald C. Kivler, Nanticoke; and Norman P. Komblau, Robert J. Smith, and Gerard F. Rogers, all of WilkesBarre. Tom Morgan, the only one of the five who was still in college when he was called to the colors, is serving with the 967th Armored Bataliion at Fori Sill, Okla. At Wilkes, Tom sang with the Mudgutters and the Choral Club, and was president of the Denrrting Society. Many alumni will also remember him n<s a cheerleader. Certified to teach on the secondary level last Janu­ ary, Don Kivler, who was active at Wilkes in Education Department functions and in the Economics Club, is now stationed at the U. S. Naval Training Center, Bainbridge, Md. Norm Komblau, who holds a lieutenant's commis­ sion in the Army Air Force, is at Mather Field, CaliL He took a Bachelor of Science degree in Commerce and Finance. Now living with his wife in Norfolk, Va., Bob Smith is—obviously—in the Navy. Active in the Debating Society and the International Relations Club at Wilkes, Bob also received his degree in Commerce and Fin­ ance. Gerard F. Rogers, once a member of the Naval Re­ serve, is currently being trained as an infantryman at Fort Jackson, S. C. While at Wilkes, he participated in German, Psychology, and Sociology club activities and played in the college band. Up to the time of his call to service, he worked in the Testing Bureau here. Tfew fM: "fyciKiecL Stteeeida'i Ballots mailed to alumni were returned in time for new Alumni Association officers to be named at the November homecoming. As the Alumnus gees to press, however, Luetzel is serving as president, Don Honeywell having been recalled to service in April. Don is now with the Army’ Air Force in Mount Clemens, Michigan. While still in mufti, he was married to Miss Eleanore Sterling, Wilkes-Barre. ‘TPlo'Met c7a<ie<i A week later, local members of the Asso­ ciation invited gradu­ ates and their guests to an outing at Toby's VESTER V. VERCOE, JR. Park, Blakeslee. Swimming, golf, baseball, dancing and a wiener roast were on the docket. In extending the invitation, Luetzel expressed the hope that the affair would become an annual custom. Immediately after Luetzel's Class Day talk, the new graduates elected permanent class officers. Vester V. Vercoe, Jr., who had held the same office through­ out his senior year, was elected president. Willard G. Prater was named vice-president, and Virginia Bolen, secretary. Sewed. Sw-diy&d Seddioa This summer, for the first time in the eighteenyear history of the Col­ lege, Wilkes is holding a 'twilight session' for those members of the communi­ ty who desire to continue their education but have full-time jobs. Enrollment for the sixweek term is considerably higher than the College had expected, some 400 students having registered for the session. Stanley Wasileski, director of the STAHLEY VZASILESKI Twilight School, is of opin­ ion that the opportunity to take college courses during the most convenient hours of summer days has appealed tremendously to Wyo­ ming Valley residents. In point of fact, the new session is the upshot of suggestions made by working people of the communi­ ty. A special faculty committee, appointed and headed by President Farley, studied the suggestions and came toward with the plan for holding classes in the early evening (4 through 10 p. m.). Eighteen fields of study are open to the twilight students. THOMAS J. MORAN 1950, served as a general assignment and sports re­ porter. During the summer of 1949, he handled the play-by-play baseball broadcasts for the Wilkes-Barre Baseball Club. Your alumni secretary ann his bride of less than a month, the form­ er Joan Curley of Wilkes-Barre, left for Pittsburgh at the end of last month. Tom is affilia’ed with the Knights of Columbus, American Legion, Wyomina Valley Sportswriters and Sportscaster- Association, University Club, American College Public Relations Association, and the Colum­ bia Universi y Journalism Alumni Association. Thomas J. Moran, alumni secre­ tary and pubfic relations director al the College since January, 1949, re­ signed his post here to accept a posi­ tion on the copy desk of the Pitts­ burgh Post-Gazette. Succeeding Tcm in the public relations office is C. J. Foxlow, who has been an instructor in the Wilkes English department for the past year. A s.ud-nt in Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism during the past year, Tom received his Master of Science degree at the Columbia com­ mencement last month. He took the degree in absentia, but managed to be on hand for his wedding on June 9. Tom has been employed at Wilkes since 1947, when he helped organize the news bureau at the Col­ lege. Following his graduation in 1949, he was ap­ pointed our first full-time public relations and alumni director. For seven years Tom worked for the Wilkes-Barre Sunday Independent entering the newspaper field as a suburban correspondent in 1943 while he was a junior in the Kingston High School. The next year he was switched to the sports department, and until June Considerable news, (much of it dealing with wed­ dings and engagements), has drifted into the Alumni Office since the las- issue of the Alumnus. High time we cut you in on a bit of what? Beryl Colwell, ternrnal '51, has become engaged to Paul Fahringer, who also attended Wilkes . . . Leonardins Terescavage was re­ cently marred to Carl E. Leslie of Washington, D. C. The Leslies are living in Seat Pleasant, Md. . . . Dorothy Ann Pickering became Mrs. Charles E. Boyer cn December 2. The couple is now living in >rps, Forty Fort . . . Malcolm J. Lee, now a sergeant in the Marine Corps, has married M>ss Joyce Sharkey . . . Mary Popple, employed in the finance office of the College, married Paul J. Argenio on November 4. Argenio is associated with Granville Rice, local photographer . . . Margaret A. Aten, and Charles Williams, now livina in Johnson City, N. Y., were married in November. Charles is employed by Ozalid General Analine and Film Corporation . . . Charles O'Shea has mar­ ried Miss Eleanor J. Doherty of Trenton. N. J. . . . Den Tosh, recalled to active duty with the Second Marine Division in October, married Miss Ruth Lennon on December 30. At the time of his call, Don was in his sophomore year at Wilkes. . .Eileen Carmody, former Bucknell Junior College student, was married to Walter Pryse, '50, on April 29. Walter is associated with the Premier Auto-Ware Co. in Reeding, where he and Eileen are living . . . Sarah Schultz was recently mar­ ried to Matthew S. Jones of Wilkes-Barre. Her husband works for the Eastern Light Company, Allentown . . . Clyde H. Ritter was mar­ ried in November to Miss H. Jane Booth. The couple now resides in Kew Gardens, L. I., where Clyde is associated with Life Office Man­ agement Association . . . Joseph PstTak has married Miss Jule Long. Joo is employed at Frankfort Arscml in Philadelphia. Virginia M. Meissner and John P. Nolson, both graduates of Wilkes, wore married on June 9. Virginia is a faculty member at Haiford Township High School. Harford. Pa., while John is employed by Cleveland Brothers Equipment Company. Mary Pitler. 50 was maid of honor at the wedding . . . Two more gradulies, Lyd a Blancondino and Frank J. Evan, were married in September. Frank, who earned his M. B. A. degree al the University of Penusylvan a is pre­ sently connected with Rohm and Haus Company. I hiladelphia . . . Nancy Nancy Yaufman, Yautman. terminal ’50 and former campus queen chosen by Billy Rose in the contest sponsored by Amnicola, was married to A. native of Indianapolis, Foxlow was educated in the public schools there, and la’er attended Kenyon, Dartmouth (in the Navy V-12 program), and Wabash colleges, taking his A. B. degree from the last-named institution in 1948. At the Columbia University Graduate School of Enafish in 1948-49, Foxlow was spe­ cially interested in eighteenth-centu­ ry English literature. He received his A. M. there in 1950. The new public relations head, who will also act as alumni secre­ tary and adviser, to The Beacon, is a member of Phi Beta Kappa, Blue Key, Pi Delta Epsilon (collegiate jour­ nalism honorary), the Kappa Sigma social fraternity, and the Speech Association of America. C. J. FOXLOW John Russell Jones, former Wilkes student, in February. Arlene Pletcher. '50. of Howard. Pa., was one of Mrs. Jones' attendants. While at Wilkes. Nancy and Arlene were roommates in Weckesser Hall . . . Joyce H. Nobel and Kenneth G. Northrup, both members of the class of '51. were married on July 14. Ken is with the Lyons and Carnahan Educational Publishing Company of White Plains, N. Y. . . . Louise Dodson, former secretary to the comptroller of Wilkes and now se-retary to Herbert J. Morris, registrar, is engaged to Thomas C. Ph’pps. Wilkes senior . . . Bill Griffith ‘50, has become engaged to Miss ^race Ruffn. student at Wilkes: no wedding date has been set. B’ll >s an active local member of the Association . . . Marianna Toma«^-'“5. farmer Wilkes student and Cinderella of 1950, is engaged to John D. Stark. '51. Marianna is currently employed in the occupationa1 *herapv department of the State Hospital at Harris­ burg. and John is associated in business with h’s father . . . Marita Sheridan, who took an A. B degree in psychology at Wilkes last month, will be married in September to Robert C. Riley. Wilkes graduate now studying for h’s doctoral degree in psychology at Western Reserve University. Cleveland, O. . . . Donald J. Murphy, former Wilkes student Graduated from Bloomsburg this year, is en­ caged to Miss Theresa Schappert . . . Allan J. Allan, Wilkes gradu­ ate now in busmess with h’s father, was married tn Miss Catherine Monash on May 20 . . . Former student Andrew F. Roan, recently re-alled to active s—-vice bv the Eastern A:r Defense Command, is engaged to Miss Virginia Llewellyn of Plymouth. . .John J. Wardzel, Wilkes student who went on to complete his studies at Bucknell, was married recently to Miss Geraldine Cragle. The couple is living in Lewisburg. Dolores Hen-zel, of the finance office of the Colleae, is engaged to Edwin Hvdock. araduate of—tell it not in Gath!—King's College Lois DeGraw. ‘50. of Butler. Pa., was married last December to Homer Huffman. Wilkes student. Homo’ is working for the Lucerne County Gas and Electric Corporation in Kingston . . . Former student Anna J. Cheponas was married to William Hess Lewis last January. Anna is a medical technologist for the American Society of Clinical Pathology. Bill, who also attended Wilkes for a time, received his R. S. degree in chemical' «engineering at Bucknell and is now emN. J. On February 11. Joann cloyed by _____________ Merck. Inc.. _.jhway, Rai to Joseph J. Ehrlich. Her husband is associated Brook was married r (continued on page 15) �rftcwuti ^cvicC 'TUfat Dale Warmouth, of the Public Relations and Alumni Office staff, was recently advised by the board of judges of the National Poetry Association that his poem, "Ringneck Pheasant," is to be included in a new anthology that the Association is publishing. Bearing the title. Voice of Young America, the bound volume will contain selected poems previously printed in the annual anthologies of the Association. Dale’s poem has already appeared in America Sings, an anthology of American College poetry, and in our own Manuscript Some of his other work has been published by The Writer, Review of Contempor­ ary Poetry, Trails, Epos, New Athenrreum, and the Am­ erican Courier. In 1950, our bard received the Ann Hamilton Poetry Book Award, given annually by The Writer magazine to the young poet who shows the greatest improvement in poetic expression during the year. In a congratulatory letter to the PRO poet, David Hartman, secretary of the National Poetry Association, said in part: "During the past fourteen years, we have published over two hundred annual rm th ninnies of poetry. Among the works contained in these, there are many that are excellent efforts, worthy of being re­ printed in a bound volume. Your manuscript, 'Ring­ neck Preasant,' published in one of the annual antholo­ gies, is one of those we wish to reprint" So do we—but permission is w rm ting as we go to press. Perhaps we shall be able to reprint it in some future number of the Alumnus. Sttwtwt&L GJbeaten "PteM face a Chase Theater is doing double duty this summer, serving as a lounge for summer students and as a straw-hat theater. Bert Stein, Cue 'n' Curtain president, has invited all Wyoming Valley college students who are home for the summer to participate in summer theater at Wilkes. "We would also like to see anybody who plans to begin college in September, and anyone who is in­ terested in theater, whether a college student or not," Bert said recently. Tentative summer plans call for presentation of a series of one-act plays, such as were produced during the past two college terms. The enthusiastic players also hope to give one three-act play before September. Cue 'n' Curtain members assure all Wyoming Valley alumni who long to tread the boards that it is not so late as they think. Although there may be many alumni who have vet to see their new gymnasium it is unlikely, We hink, that the captions for the photographs on the op. posite page are really necessary. To those of you who have hoped and worked and contributed, they must, hi themselves, tell quite a story-one with the haPpiest of endings. Completion and dedication of the structure this vear nroved to the satisfaction of almost everyone about‘the College that Wilkes is indeed the communi­ ty college it professes to be. The gymnasium is co­ gent evidence that the community, appreciating the fact that the College exists for Wyoming Valley, sup. ports it to the full. We of the College community are most grateful. As we enjoy the first-rate facilities of the gymnasium for dances, assemblies, concerts, plays, and confer­ ences, we must be sensible of a very considerable debt to those alumni, townspeople, faculty, and stu­ dents whose devotion to the College converted our dreams into bricks and mortar. Il ‘Bue&weU Set a< Beginning in September of this year, the College will offer graduate courses in education, thereby en­ abling teachers and other graduate students to earn eighteen credit hours in education towards the Master of Science degree on the Wilkes campus. The College, in conjunction wiht Bucknell Univer­ sity, has now completed plans for the establishment of a Graduate Center of Education here in Wilkes-Barre. Students who enroll at the Center and successfully complete the courses offered will need only twelve more hours of work to satisfy the Pennsylvania re­ quirements for the M. S. degree in education. They may take that work on the Lewisburg campus during a regular summer session. Nov/ that we have the Bucknell-Wilkes Graduate Center, together with an expanded undergraduate edu­ cation program in which regular students of the College may quality for teacher certification on both secondary and elementary levels, our gaining a reputation as one of the outstanding teacher-training centers of North­ eastern Pennsylvania ought not to be a matter for sur­ prise. We are particularly fortunate in our association y/itn Bucknell, which has long been recognized as an institution permitted to train school administrators at al! levels—superintendents, supervising principals, and elementary and high school principals. seeing that most students in the Graduate Center wil. be employed during the day, all classes at the -ont'.-r will be held in the evening. The courses to be offered in the fall semester are Guidance, Occupations and Occupational Research,Visual Education, Public behoof. Administration, and Elementary School Super­ vision. Labor and Personnel Problems, Intelligence and Its Measurement, Extra-Curricular Activities, Socondary School Supervision, and Elementary School dmmistration will be given in the spring semester beginning in February of next year. ’3 Top: March, 1950. Dr. Farley and Gilbert S. McClintock, chairman of the board of trus­ tees, participate in ground-breaking ceremo­ nies on gymnasium site. Center: September, 1950. The South FrankStreet structure almost as it appears today. We now have proper doors, however—very handsome ones, too. Left: April, 1951. Wilkes students pay hom­ age to Terpsichore at the April Showers Ball, one of the many social affairs now held in the gymnasium. �'Hew "Deaw ( A former newspaper­ woman who once inter­ viewed such figures as Jawaharal Nehru. Mad­ ame Chiang Kai Shek, and the late Mahatma Gandhi has turned to in­ terviewing the women of Wilkes. Mrs. Gertrude Marvin Williams, remembered by MRS. GERTRUDE MARVIN many alumni for her WILLIAMS sprightly courses in jour­ nalism and composition, has been named by Dr. Farley to serve as Dean of Women during the 15-month absence of Miss Betty L. Harker, who is beginning graduate study in psychiatric social work at Smith College. Mrs. Williams holds an A. B. degree from Welles­ ley College and an A. M. in sociology from the Uni­ versity of Pennsylvania. She is assistant professor of English at Wilkes, where she will continue to teach as well as discharge the duties of the dermship The new dean's experiences have by no means been confined to the Groves of Academe. She has lived in India and London and worked on newspapers in Boston and New York. During the last war, she served for four years as a member of the Luzerne County Council of Defense, directing all activities of the wom­ en's uni* she organi?en. In the course of a busy life, Mrs. Williams has somehow found time to publish a number of books. She is the author of "India's Silent Revolution," "Under­ standing India," "The Passionate Pilgrim," and "Priest­ ess of the Occult," a biography of Madame Blavatsky. There is a story—perhaps apocryphal—about a student whe went to Mrs. Williams after a semester in one of her courses and said, "I like your course so much that I'm going to flunk the final so I can take it again." We would add that a large measure of common sense is not the least of the qualities this popular teacher brings tc the position so competently filled by Miss Harker since 1947. Granted a leave of absence by the trustees of Wilkes, Miss Harker believes her work at Smith will be of considerab'e help to her when she resumes the task of counseling students. The good wishes of the college go with her. TUifaeb 'Hated Student ^auftcit Sleeted: "^ecfitalde 'Kamed 'P'letid.ettt Sdcccatan- Voting in this year's Student Council elec­ tions, which were held early in May, was spir­ ited and close, according to Bob Eltus, retiring president of the Council. All classes, Bob said, responded to appeals to vote. Dr. Vernon G. Smith, who deve­ loped the Scarsdale, N. Y. public school system into one of the sound­ est in the nation, is coming to Wilkes to head our expanded Depar ment of Education. > rH DR. VERNON G. SMITH The constituion of the College's govern­ ing body provides for the election of four mem­ bers from each of the three upper classes an J. of three representatives of the incoming fresh­ man class sometime in September. Dr. Smith served the Scarsdale system as a high school principal and later as superintendent of ■—■ schools. He will assume his duties here in September. The announcement of Dr. Smith's appeintment fol­ lowed by less than a week the news that Wilkes had been approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Public Instruction to offer courses in elemen'ary educa­ tion. The new courses to be given in the 1951-52 term, President Farley explained, will round out the offerings in education, enabling Wilkes students to qualify for teacher certification in both secondary and elementary fields. Shown above are the new Sindent Council officers. They are, left to right, seated—Nancy Lee Hannye, secretary, and George J. Lewis, vice-presi­ dent; standing—Henry Merolli, treasurer; Joseph Reynolds, president; and John Mertha, parliamentarian. ••w«< A graduate of Colby College, Waterville, Me., Dr. Smith earned his Master's degree at Teachers College, Columbia University, and later returned to that institu­ tion to take his doctoral degree in education. Also known as a prominent schoolman in Vermont, the new Education Department chairman has been headmaster of St. Johnsbury Academy there. He has been a lecturer at New York University, and is a mem­ ber of the National Educaaon Association, the Asso­ ciation of School Administrators, and Phi Delta Kappa. Dr. Smith has made special studies of teacher salaries, in-service growth of school personnel, and school costs and salaries in villages and cities of the New York metropolitan area. Appointment of Dr. Smith and state approval of the new elementary education program point up the fact that V/ilkes is steadily growing in importance as a teacher-training institution. The past academic year, which began with approval by the Department of Public Instruction of the course in secondary educa­ tion, has been a particularly successful one for the Wilkes Department of Education. Becoming independent of Bucknell University last September, the Department, under Dr. John H. Semon, proved itself altogether wor.hy of that independence. There is every reason to believe that its work will go forward, on an even larger scale, under Dr. Smith. We are persuaded that the alumni will join us in welcoming him and wishing him a good year. (tycMevi Five of the old Council members were reelec'ed. They are: for the senior class. Joe Reynolds, George Lewis and Henry Merolli, all of whom are officers; for the junior class, Isabel Ecker, and for the sophomore class, Alex Cathro. Reynolds was named president; Lewis, vice-president, and Merolli, treasurer. The Council acts in an advisory capacity to all clubs, classes, and other organizations and serves as liaison between students and administration. It considers all requests for funds required for student activities and then makes recommendations to the Administrative Council. In conjunction with various activity groups, the Student Council may also recommend to the Administrative Council modifications in the policies of those groups. (fyadenMa Wilkes students, con­ fronted with a slate of 11 comely candidates, selected Miss Louise Brennan, senior from Forty Fort, to reign over the fifth annual Cinder­ ella Ball this spring. Results of the balloting were secret up to the lime of her triumphal exit frem the pumpkin. An economics major at Wilkes, Miss Bren­ nan is a member of Theta Delta Rho, and was a candidate for the title of Queen of Hearts at the sorority's Valen'ine dance last February. All arrangements for the Cinderella Ball were completed by the S‘udent Council, under the direction of Wade W. Hayhurs', general chairman. / . 1 Tom Robbins, Beacon editor. escorts the 1951 Cinderella. Miss Louise Brennan, to the bandstand in the gym. �TVcd Rettert 'Jaccdfy fry Dr. Bastress in New Post A new deanship has been cre< ated at Wilkes College. The vear 1951 is a reminder in many ways of the year 1941. The threat of war hangs over all of us, and the Colleqe, its students, and alumni are making those adjust­ ments in thinking which are prere­ quisite to constructive action. Wilkes, along with all our col­ leges, is fully aware that the interna­ tional situation and the threat of war will affect its enrollment and its program. AH colleges are seeking to make adjustments with a minimum of disturbance while preserving the soundest foundations for future growth. Although present uncertainties max' cloud our vision of the future, it is still possible to forsee and to plan for many probable developments. I believe that at Wilkes we have made adjustments which will assure maximum stability for the College and will increase the likelihood of its continued growth. DR. FARLEY As the demands of the "cold war" have affected enrollment it has been necessary to reduce our staff. In order to give cur teachers time to obtain other posi­ tions, thirteen members of the faculty were notified last winter that we could not guarantee them work in September, 1951. However, it has proved possible to retain at least three of these teachers. In consequence, only about ten cf the staff of seventy teachers have been affected. We regret that any changes have been necessary, but we are all obliged to respond to emer­ gencies. While we adjust to the immediate present, we also formulate plans for the future. In consequence of this long distance planning I believe that Wilkes College will experience the finest developments of its short history during the next decade. Our instructional pro­ gram will be strengthened and the dormitory facilities will be expanded. During such a period of uncertainty the College must consider its policies and make important deci­ sions regarding adjustments and changes. Inevitably the temptation arises during moments of crisis to lower standards of admission in order to maintain enroll­ ment. It has long been the policy at Wilkes to offer broad community services while we at the same time maintain standards that will encourage the maximum development of the individual and enable araduates to hold their own under all circumstances. I firmly be­ lieve in this policy, and am convinced that we cannot sacrifice the quality of our work in the hope of tempor­ ary gains. Inasmuch as the future of the College de­ pends upon the future of its graduates, I believe that soundness is of areater importance than size, and that the integrity of the institution and its program must rank first in our plans. I hone that the alumni of the College share this feeling. We shall welcome a word from you regardina the path that you feel the College should set for itself, for we denend uoon your participation in planning the future of the College. Yours in the Wilkes bond, EUGENE S. FARLEY In February, Dr. Farley announced the appointment of Dr. Alfred W. Bastress, professor of chemistry, to the new post of Dean cf Instruction. Since the primary pur­ pose of the deanship is to improve the quality of instruction at Wilkes, Dr. Bastress will, as he puts it, "keep DR. ALFRED W. an eye on the academic procession." BASTRESS He will act as liaison officer between the faculty and administration in matters of instruction and curriculum. For obvious reasons, he now sits in the Administrative Council. Now busy scheduling courses for the next semes­ ter, Dr. Bastress, accompanied by Mrs. Bastress, will leave in August for a holiday in Nova Scotia. After that, he will attend a meeting of the American Chem­ ical Society in New York. He promises to spread the word about Wilkes College while he is among the Nova Scotians. librarian Weds Miss Kathleen MacDonald, circulation librarian at the College since last September, became the bride of Ensign S. Robert Foley, USN, in St. Paul's R. C. Church, Scranton, Pa., on June 23. The Foleys are now living in Pensacola, Fla., but expect to make their home— for a time, at any rate—at Corpus Christi, Texas. Sev­ eral Wilkes faculty members attended the wedding, and Jim Foxlow, new Alumnus editor, was one of the ushers. Kanner on Leave for Studies Joseph H. Kanner, instructor in psychology and chief psychometrist at the Guidance Center, has been granted a leave of absence to study for his A. M. in clinical psychology at the New School of Social. Re­ search in New York. Gene Bradley, '51, is carrying cn Kanner’s work at the testing Department this sum­ mer (see "Alumnotes"). Instructors Pinch-Hit at Guidance Center Welton G. Farrar, instructor in economics and poli­ tical science, and James J. Laggan and John Riley, insfruc'ors in business administration, are working as counselors at the Guidance Center this summer to keep things running smoothly while members of the regu­ lar staff are on vacation. Williams in Publicity Work Edward M. Williams, former assistant professor of English, has resigned from the faculty to become public relations director of the Wyoming Valley Community Chest. A1 Groh at Columbia Alfred S. Groh, instructor in Enalish, is doing gradvatc work in English at Columbia University this summe.'. Last summer, he and Joe Donnelly toured Europe. Dean cl Men Pursues Studies Dean Georqe F. Hairston is also at Columbia to study for his Master's degree in student personnel work, continuing his studies from last summer. He will return to Wilkes-Barre in time for the opening of the fall semester, (continued on pogo 15) * SL TVawwid The old Wilkes College nemesis, Bloomsburg STC, re-established its jinx over the Colonels in the last game of the season, despite a first inning Wilkes lead of 6-0. For a while it looked like that old carousel was back in motion for the season's finale but the final score was 7-6. Credit should be given to Zigmund because he proved earlier that Wilkes doesn't have to lose to the Huskies. In that game he allowed five hits to beat BSTC 5-2. University of Scranton continued to win over Wilkes in 1951 with Milliman, the hard-luck kid, losing a heart-breaker by a single run. Partridge Ige introduced the running game on the local diamond, and the Wilkes the race was Len Zilkes batsmen stole 55 bases. Leading th Batrony with fifteen. Don Blankenbush had 12, and Al Manarski, 10. ;.-r --.'X u-j.-. PARTRIDGE AND BASEBALL CO-CAPTAINS Lett to right: Don Blankenbush. Alex Molosh. Bob Partridge 'Diamond “ Pen^onmeid. £,«d Seadon 'WitA. % and 6 Second "Jan. Ifem (?oadc Wilkes Colonels on the diamond started the 1951 season in fireball fashion after recovering from, an initial 13-5 walloping by Wyo­ ming Seminary and went on to win six straight. The winning streak was snapped by the old rivals from King's at mid-point. red a After losing to Rocco English’s crew 7-6, the Colonels played lot of uninspiring baseball and ended the season with a record1 of eight wins and six losses. Under Bob Partridge, former Pennsylvania short-stop star, for the first time, Wilkes went into competition blessed with a good pitching staff, headed by holdover John Zigmund (6-1). The team was strong down the middle with Don Blankenbush at centerfield, Len Batroney at second and Al Molosh at short stop. Hitting power on the Wilkes nine wasn't a negligible factor, either. Blankenbush and Batroney could be counted on for consistent hitting, while Partridge had some sluggers such as Zigmund, Molosh, catcher Joe Deschak and third-baseman Eddie Davis. Talking over the season afterward. Partridge said that he felt afterward, Partridge unearned runs by the opposition ,51don meant meant the the difference difference between win­ ning and losing. They average'1. **Q ^aid. three a game throughout ;raged, he said, three a game the 1951 docket. With Susquehanna After such merry-go-rounds as the games r5 College (19-3), it ___ Harpur (15-5), the Seminary re-match (7-0),and mentor with a his debut as looked as though Partridge would end h fat record. The merry-go-round ran down in the eighth inning cof the first ue carousel King's game. Freshman Joe Sikora, a southpaw, had^ the 15-3 victory, but going a couple days later at Stroudsburg with a 1— v then it closed for the season. The Colonels did get back at King's 5-3 in the opener of a. threegame series in four days. The next day. the Blue and Gold Now Jorsoy and lost lo Upsala College 10-8 alter the East Orange squad got four unearned runs in the first. Two days later, the visit ing Wilkesmen ran up against Ithaca College. Ithaca’s two-year record had been spoiled just foot 1 Milkes that date. Throe of those occasions had been 5-4 vxclo"es J ' all hurled by Zigmund. This time, with the game played under lights, thu Ithacans were avenged 20-9. Victim of the game was John Milliman. Genoa, N.^Y.« . 4 Idling almost in his own neighborhood that night. -t Batler. blasted throe Wilkesmen ell the mound before little L 9 son put the fire out. The 1951 season: Ing Seminary 13 Wilke’s 5, Wyoming Wilkes 5, Ithaca College 4 .quehanna University 5 Wilkes 15, Susq ” Wilkes 5, Bloomsburg imsburg STC 2 jurg STC 1 Wilkes 5, Stroudsbi ig Seminary 0 Wilkes 7, Wyominc jur College 3 Wilkes 19, Harpr Wilkes 6, King's5 College 7 judsburg STC 3 Wilkes 15, Stroi —:‘y of Scranton 4 Wilkes 3, University Wilkes 5, King's College 3 Wilkes 8, Upsala College 10 Wilkes 9. Ithaca College 20 Wilkes 6, Bloomsburg STC 7 Muhlenberg College—rained out Pitching record: John Zigmund, won 3, lost 1 John Milliman, won 2. lost 4 Chet Molley, won 1, lost 1 George Batterson. won 1, lost 0 Joe Sikora, won 1, lot 0 Batting averages, top five: Len Batroney, 2b Don Blankenbush. cf John Zigmund. p-lb Al Molosh, ss Joe Deschak. c 12 13 11 12 10 ab 49 50 39 45 36 h 20 20 16 15 12 a -e.. .408 .400 .385 .333 .333 'Pa'iC'tidtpe. d Saecvi '7ecutt Rafted. 'Win As the Alumnus went to press, Coach Bob Part-u..-------_ for colleges fill out his ridge was still looking to fall i the boaters' circuit. At present only three schedule in but Ann Havir, athletic office secregames are listed, 1 t a batch of letters to schools which tary, has sent out have soccer on their th. athletic programs. All-American soccer player, has dePartridge, an veloped a group of inexperienced performers into a lod outfit in the past two years. He thinks that the go: Colonels are now due for a win. The former Penn coach now has a strong nucleus, composed of such players as Cled Rowlands, Roxie Reynolds, Ben Beers, Len Kurella, Charley Thomas, the Wallison brothers Carl and Ed, Bill Mergo, Flip "?o-t Jones and Pres Eckmeder. Last year's co-captains, Cy Kovalchik and Charley Jackson, are now alumni, as are Bill Owens and manArt Bloom. Partridge has lost Don Tosh to the ager Marines and Parker Petrilak to the Army. �^etUiem. >&ze&4 ’7/(.ci(t^<yw:i ^az “ Seen on Wilkes CoUege gridiron hopes have changed dras­ tically trom the palmy days oi 1946 wnen an impres­ sive array ox football talent was available to George Ralston. Several more or tne Wilkes pigskin perform­ ers have gone the diploma route this Jtine and others are scheduled to fims.i tneir requirements for gradua­ tion this summer. Leaving in the last commencement were such '50 stalwarts as Jack Jones, Norm Cromack, Olie Thomas, Bob Hall and Norm Cross. August graduates will in­ clude Leo Castle, Nick Hememan and Ed Bogusko. Looking over the manpower prospects, Ralston announced that me line-up or top players this fall will be smaller than ever. "We can field one team, but that is about all," he said. New talent on campus is not the answer, either. The Colonels' memor has interviewed all prospective students for the September term and has not come upon any likely canaida.es tor tne eleven. schedule last year, will be host to Ralston's gridders at Princess Anne on November 10. Sparked by Swifty Polk, member of the Negro All-American team, Mary­ land exploded 47-13 over the Colonels last year. The big game, Wilkes College vs. King's College, comes up November 17. The Colonels have been vic­ tors five times in a row over the Monarchs, last season by a 14-12 tally, but with the dim prospects of a strong team this fall facing Ralston, Wilkes may have to play a heap of football io maintain its unbroken superiority. “7e 'iZrca.d Sazazcfy Jane Salwoski, a senior and our handy girl at the Alumni Association and Public Relations Department, was elected president of the Theta Delta Rho for the coming year. She succeeds Ginny Bolen, who graduat­ ed in June. Other officers elected to the Wilkes sorority at the May meeting were: Isabel Ecker, vice president; Lucille Reese, treasurer; Carol Reynar, secretary, and Kay Read, social chairman. Officers who served during the 1950-51 term were, in addition to Ginny: May Way, vice president; Kay Read, treasurer; Lucille Reese, secretary, and Joyce Nobel, social chairman. Ball carriers are going io be even harder to find. The exodus or leaermen .cok wim it more than a right­ ful share o. txrczfielders. Main chores in tne backfield may go to nda.e Davis or George Elias. Mrs. Gertrude M. Williams, acting dean of women, replaces Miss Betty Harker as faculty adviser. The other adviser for the girls' group is Mrs. Gladys Davis, house mother at Sterling Hall. St. Francis College will be the hardest game, the coach claimed. St Francis, he said, has always been the mos, rormidable ox W fixes opposition with the ex­ ception of Rider College. at S&aufvn “SeM Charles A. Hoffman, Jr., a captain in the Army Air Fnrr. • rationed in Germany . . . Joan Pierce, the former Joan aS having completed a course in city management at the Universitv of Pennsylvania, is presen ly working with the city management ta Winnetka, Ill. . • • Li. Og) Elmo Clemente has been ordered to active duty With Navy from Organized Reserve Batallion 18. He is assianed to the recruit training command at the Naval Training Center in Newport, R. I. . . .A. F. MacDonald has been recalled to active dutv in the Navy . . . John Faneck is in Korea . . . John Klansek is a per sonnel man in the ship's office of the USS Cape Esperence . . . Evan Sorbet. 50. is in Officer Candidate School at Fort Riley, Kansas. Promotion of former Captain Andrew W. Winiarczyk to the rank of major has been announced by the Army. A chemical engineering major (in a rather different sense) at Wilkes, Major Winiarczyk is now professor of military science and tactics at Christian Brothers College in St. Louis, Mo., where he is in charge of the ROTC. He is a veteran of ten years' service. He commanded a medium tank company of the 14th Armored Division in France and Germany during World War II and afterwards served with occupation forces in Korea. Edward S. Gorwick, who attended Wilkes in 1946 and 1947, is presently a construction engineer with the Bureau of Reclamation at Grand Coulee Dam in Washington. Ed received his B. S. degree in civil engineering at Bucknell in February, 1950 . . . Gene S. On, former Wilkes student, is Port Patrol Officer with the Bureau of Cus­ toms at Seattle, Washington . . . Charlotte Davis, '50, is a social worker in the Pennsylvania Health Department at Harrisburg. Edmund A. Zaremba, now in the Navy, is stationed at New London, Conn. . . . Lewis A. White is at Fort Dix, N. J. Mrs. Ruth McHenry, who has done a large part of her college work at Wilkes, recently received her B. S. in nursing education from Columbia University. She has been appointed assistant director of nursing services at Hahnemann Hospital in Philadelphia. Robert D. Levine and Reno Menichelli, both '51 graduates, are now at the New School for Social Research in New York. Frances Ann Markowitz, who attended Wilkes for two years, has been elected to Phi Beta Kappa, honorary scholastic society, at Pennsylvania State College Carl G. Fiene, '50, has been recalled by the U. S. Navy . . . Captain Stephen Wartella is stationed at Kelly Airfield Base, San Antonio( Texas. Eugene G. Bradley. '51. who has been assistant psychometrisl at the Wilkes Guidance Center for the past two years, has just been named chief psychometrisl. Gene will serve in that capacity uu September, at which time he will enter the New School of Socia Research in New York to study for his Master's degree m clinical psychology under the Graduate Faculty of Political and Social n Removal of Lycoming College from the football scene leaves a lack of proportion between home and away games on the Wilkes docket Tne Lycoming game was tabbed as a home event. The rest of the schedule falls into the same pattern as it did last autumn. St. Francis will again De the opening game on Sep.ember 29. Last year the Frankies dropped Wilkes 20-0, blanking Wilkes for the first time in 18 games. On the following Saturday, October 6, Wilkes makes its initial home appearance, meeting University of Bridgeport, which powered over for a 25-13 victory after Wilkes led in the first halt ■ ar - ,-4CcMutc O^iec '^aetatcan "Tlanted He will have to rely on returning lettermen from last season. Tne material with which he will have to work includes ends George xViacMahon, Alex Molosh, Bill Morgan ana Joan oaojny; guards Bill Letcher, Dan Pinkowssd and Dicir Bcripp; center Ed Edgerton; tackles Leo bolcmon ma rrcmr naaaszewskL The 1951 schedule, though reduced to six games, is a tough one, Rals.on said. The only fairly easy op­ ponent was Lycoming College which recently suspend­ ed football for the emergency. - WUkes last month ... A daughter. CherelTn„W“ 9Iaduated K and Mrs. Franklin Conner. Jr., of Lewisburg bom 10 J?’ k attended Wilkes and is continuing his work at BJ v ‘Jf7 22' Connets have another daughter. Katherine. * Buckne11- The - •; October 13, the Colonels go to Ithaca College. Last fall, Al Nicholas carried on a " flashy attack to defeat the New York team 14-7 at Huber Stadium, Plymouth. 1 J search. Robert W. Rubright, '50, received his M. S. in Lehigh University commencement last month ... * ‘51, who entered Drew University as a theologica_s arY« is working as a handicrafts counselor at the o camp near Butler, N. J., this summer. Purpose of Ithe habilitate children from slum areas, many of nile courts. ’ F bru. Institute's P . Horman R. Kessler. '51, editor of this year ® awarded an assistantship at Bowling Green State to study for his A. M. Captain E. Olin Thomas. '51. recalled to the __ , . Ohio, . rmy.^ „„OIted ol Having been trounced 27-7 in its last game with Bloomsburg STC, Wilkes will be putting plenty into its November 3 game with the Huskies, the second home tilt of the season. Jack jones and to Fort Meade, Md. At Wyoming Seminary. Jho four-man combination, including Norman ' f00tball team. Loo Caatlo, that later played on Coach Georg t. grace the re­ Mrs. Thomas, the former Irene Sheplock. con h not-distant Arar's office but hopes to join her husband m One of the most powerful small college teams of the east, mot Maryland ---- ■> State, State, a new addition to the Wilkes lulure. . senior cost clerk Loon J. Shumosic. ‘51. has been a^c°P . native of West at the Newark, N. J., plant of Anheuser-Bus . • and received Nanticoke. Loon was a member of the Ec0^n“^, Finance. his Bachelor of Science degree in Commer t. Joanne Smith and Ralston number f Vfa toe Placement Bureau has announced that a billAte • °k° • r mem^ers of the class of '51 have ahead” found „ ,busi*Jess and industry. Arthur A. Johnson. Hazleton, who graduated cum laude, is pursuing a training course for store na«efs m Philadelphia branch of Sears, Roebuck & Company. • • • Kobert R. Eltus, Pittston, last year's Student Council president, egmning work in the cost accounting department of Comina Glass, Corning, N. Y. . . . Daniel D. Phillips, West Pittston, is in Boston ° a six-week course in claim adjusting in the home office of Liberty Mutual Life Insurance Company . . . Miss Patricia Boyd has been engaged to teach on the elementary level in Towson, Md. She is now at Columbia University taking courses that will further pre­ pare her for her teaching duties in September . . . Miss Virginia Bolen has left her native Wilkes-Barre to begin training in merchandising with the Shumaker Company in New York. The permanent secretary of her class. Miss Bolen was president of Theta Delta Rho and was active in the Economics Club and Cue 'n' Curtain . . . Miss Beryl Colwell, Dallas, a terminal graduate, has been employed by Delbert Craig, Wilkes-Barre food broker. She was a member of Theta Delta Rho, a Wilkes cheerleader, and a Cinderella candidate in 1950 . . • Miss Ann Pavlik, Edwardsville, a February graduate who received her degree in absentia at the June commencement, is associated with the Tradesmen's National Bank in Philadelphia . . . The E. I. Du Pont de Nemours Company of Wilmington, Del., has employed two graduates as accountants. The men are: Frederick Brotherton, Wilkes-Barre, and Charles F. Woodring, Kingston. Both hold Bachelor of Science degrees in Commerce and Finance. Robert Hall, '51, has reported to Sampson, N. Y„ to begin train:— with —:»i. the »u_ Army x----- member of the Wilkes football, ing Air Force, baseball, and ice hock: jekey teams. Bob received his B. S. degree in Commerce and Finance. Charles R. Knapp, ''51, Trenton, N. J., who received a B. S. in Education degree at the! June commencement, has been accepted by the Miami University Law School, While a student at Wilkes, he was active ..................................................... in the International Relations Club. Education Society, and Letterman's Club. - continued Partridge in New England Robert W. Partridge, director of student activities, has taken his wife and daughter Carol to New England for the summer. He is taking courses in the field of physical education at Boston University, and the female Partridges, we suspect, are spending considerable time with Mrs. Partridge's family in Providence, R. I. Summer Faculty on Night Shift What with the new Twilight Session in the sum­ mer school, a good many faculty members are still to be found along South River Street o'nights. The eve­ ning schedule runs from 4 p. m. to 10 p. m. Brightbill Recalled to Navy Wade J. Brightbill, instructor in retail merchandis­ ing, was the first faculty member to be recalled to ser­ vice since the start of the Korean war. He reported to the Philadelphia Navy Yard in January. A World War II veteran, Brightbill compiled an outstanding record during his 34 months service with the Navy as a mem­ ber of the Sino-American Cooperative Organization. He was discharged as a radioman, first class, in 1945 and commissioned as an ensign in the Naval Reserve in 1949. Faculty Secretary at Mayo Clinic Miss Clare Bedillion, assistant professor of secre­ tarial studies and secretary of the faculty, is spending the summer at the Mayo Clinic, Rochester, Minn., with a view to learning more about the demands made upon medical secretaries, whom she trains at Wilkes. Cooney Receives Degree, Takes New Post John A. Cooney, '48, former instructor in economics, received his master's degree in retailing from the Uni­ versity of Pittsburgh last month and accepted a posi­ tion with Abraham and Straus Company in Brooklyn. John has been on leave of absence from Wilkes during the past year taking graduate work in the Research Bureau for Retail Training at the Pittsburgh institution. �__________ � Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumni Magazine, 1947-present Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Description An account of the resource <p>An archive of Wilkes University Magazine, from 1947-present. The magazine went through various names including <em>Wilkes Alumnus</em>, <em>Wilkes Quarterly,</em> <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, and the current title, <em>Wilkes Magazine</em>. Some editions for the <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, will have multiple issues within the file record. Our holdings may be missing editions for certain years due to having no physical copy within the collection. </p> Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Wilkes University Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Wilkes University Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Wilkes University Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1947-present Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumnus Summer 1951 Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Marketing and Communications Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Summer 1951 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Magazine https://omeka.wilkes.edu/omeka/files/original/83949a0331ade3f5b7c8bdb1c4b2b719.pdf 81b471586552a4f340a46e198a0829b2 PDF Text Text WILKES COLLEGE WILKES-BARRE, PENNSYLVANIA WINTER 1950 IN THIS ISSUE The Next "MUST” For Wilkes College _____ — _ J �alumnus EDITORIAL DON FOLLMER, ARTHUR BLOOM News About Alumni Members Sought For Use In Alumnus STAFF: JANE SALWOSKI, WILLIAM UMPHRED, THOMAS J. MORAN, '49, EDITOR PUBLISHED BY THE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION OF WILKES COLLEGE WINTER 1950 VOLUME 2 Would you enjoy the thoughts of joining an or­ ganization that was having a "big sleep"? Of course, you wouldn't, and you wouldn't care for the idea of belonging to such a group, but haven't we, more or less, placed ourselves in this category? NUMBER 2 This month 70 Wilkes College students will com­ plete their four-years of work and receive certification of their graduation from this institution. It is our pleasure to invite these new graduates to join the Alumni Association, but with the exception of a small percentage of our organization's members, what are we going to display as proof that we are strong and constantly striving to better our group? CONTENTS Cover Pictured on the front cover Page 3 Editorial 4 Wilkes Graduate in W. A. C. Officer Training is a scene from the annual Christmas season dance, spon­ Local Newspaper Creates Journalism Award sored by the Wilkes College Alumni Association on Decem­ ber 30 in the Crystal Ballroom of the Hotel Sterling. 5 Combat-Blinded Graduate Gains State Post 6 1949 Wilkes College Homecoming Celebration January Graduates To Join Alumni Association Although the crowd wasn't 7 Membership Cards To Go To All Alumni Members by officers of the association, a 8 Do You Want To Accept A Challenge good many of those who attend­ 9 SPECIAL EDITION, "The Next 'Must' For Wilkes Students" as large as was first expected ed represented the classes of the past 16 years. Additional pictures of the committees, guests, and floor scene are included in "Campus 14-15 Two More Properties Added To Wilkes Campus 16-17 Campus Candids 18-19 The Colonel Sports Scene 20 1949 Wilkes Athletic Banquet 21 Alumni Urged To Recommend Students For Admission 22 Keeping Up With The Former Students 23 Alumni Record Candids" on pages 16 and 17. ★ Published Quarterly at WILKES COLLEGE ALUMNI OFFICE Chase Hall 184 South River Street, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. ! First, read the following letter, and then think about it. Won't you join us in making the Wilkes College Alumni Association an organization of which we will all be proud. This is the second issue of the ALUMNUS that you have received during the 1949-50 school year. As you have probably noted, it contains about 80 percent news about your college and 20 percent about former students, who are now active members of the Wilkes College Alumni Association. While it is important to keep you informed of the developments that are taking place at Wilkes College, it is also the desire of the editorial staff of this publica­ tion to keep you informed and in touch with former classmates. The only practical way of performing the duties that fall upon us as the creators of your ALUMNUS is for you to cooperate. Send us news about yourself. It doesn't have to be anything elaborate—just a penny postcard that tells us about something you have done. Perhaps it is only a business trip, or then again it might be the birth of a son or daughter, a new position, marriage, or promotion. Send it along. Mail us news now about yourself. Drop a note to the Alumni Office, Wilkes College. Wilkes-Barre, Pa. "Dear graduate: "Although you have not as yet completed the last minute details concerned with your graduation from Wilkes College, your past record seems to indicate that you will be declared eligible by the registrar's office, and therefore, your name will soon be trans­ ferred to the alumni files. "I consider it a oleasure to welcome group of former students. You are soon member of an organization that can help to become stronger each year through hearted support and encouragement. you into this to become a your college your whole­ "The Wilkes College Alumni Association is still very young. You might say that we are feeling our way around, but each day some new indication is found of the potential strength that is hidden in this group of 2,800 former students. "For many years neither the association or the college was large enough to place the customary em­ phasis on former students, but now each can help the other to grow in strength and prestige. "Now is the time when a thorough awakening and organization of the alumni must take place. There must be a severe rocking of the comfortable boat we are all in. Allegiance to our Alma Mater must not be simply sentimental and wholly taken for granted. No longer can we live in the dream fantasy that we shed honor and glory on our college by simply having at­ tended. "When you look at it, a college education is not actually paid for by those who receive it. As a matter of fact, we owe a real debt to our college, which can only be paid for by increased attention to her needs. "As a new member of the Wilkes College Alumni Association pledge yourself to the active support of your Alma Mater by keeping in touch with its needs and desire. Help it grow, because, by so doing, you help yourself to grow," P. R. Department Urges Alumni To Mail Out-Of-Town Clippings The return of the Alumni Record Blanks included on the inside cover of the last issue (and republished in this issue for those who failed to return it) revealed to us that our former students are spread all over the country. If the members of the association, who are living outside of Wyoming Valley, will do us just a little favor, it will enable us to measure the range and ef­ fectiveness of our publicity. It would be far too expensive for Wilkes College to employ national clipping bureaus to return articles appearing in out-of-town newspapers concerning our institution. Members of the alumni association could act as reoresentatives of the college by mailing to the Public Relations Department clippings containing the name of the institution. Alumni Meeting Called For Tuesday, January 17 Members of the Wilkes College Alumni Associa­ tion are asked to mark a red circle around Tuesday, January 17 on the family calendar. This will serve as a reminder of the next, and prob­ ably the most important, meeting of the Alumni Asso­ ciation, which will be held at 7:30 in Chase Theatre. According to President Daniel Williams, the nom­ inating committee will report at this meeting and elec­ tions for the 1950 offices will be held. Also listed for discussion is the report of the fund raising committee on the aid expected of members in the college's present drive to raise S250,000 to build and equip a gymnasium for Wilkes College. �Eleanor Krute, Class of '49, In Third Uroup Peacetime W.A.C. Officer Training And she speaks with authority, becaus. speaKs wnn uuuiuniy, Because Only a few short months ago Eleanor E. Krute was secreta­ ry of the 1949 gradu­ ating class, but now the civilian tag has been removed from the former coed, who did so much to make the last year a suc­ cessful one for the seniors. She is now Officer Cand i d a t e Eleanor E. Krute. Stationed at Camp Lee, Virginia—one of the few Officer Training Centers in the country for members of the Women's Army Corps, she has only four months to go before she receives her bars as a Second Lieuten­ ant in the U. S. Army. During a recent visit to the campus, she summed up the whole experience as, "wonderful". According to O./C Krute, "The army has changed considerably from what it was during the last war." World War IL O/C Krute t , 'two-year hitch with the highly security-minded 0^ at of Strategic Services. Her association with the Office of Strategic q vices was one in which she was pledged to secrem' The organization accomplished a considerable anion , of fifth column and behind-the-lines work in enemy ritory during World War II and many of the plans such operations were worked out in O/C Krute's pr” sence. Combat Blinded Veteran, Class of '49, Appointed P.S.E.S. Contact Interviewer At one time Tommy Coburn, combat-blind veteran, thought his greatest accomplishment would be to gra­ duate from college. This he did last June, when Dr. Eugene Farley presented him with his diploma. But She went overseas as a civilian and was not allow ed to disclose her destination to her parents. After spending some time in Cairo, Egypt, she moved to Vienna, Austria, to serve as secretary to Brig. Gen Ralph A. Snavely, chief of the Air Division, Headquark ers, U. S. Forces in Austria. that simply presented the former Air Corps enlisted The former Wilkes student hopes to be retained at Camp Lee following graduation as an instructor. been paving the way for a possible "break" in the Her present assignment consists of rigid training with the same rigorous duties as those heaped upon male candidates for commissions. Tommy had graduated and still there was nothing. man with another problem—-where to find a job. His right eye was removed after the crippled bomber returned to its English base and for several years Coburn had only one percent of nomal vision in his left eye. However, late in 1947, the condition of the left eye worsened, and it was removed. He was an excellent student at Wilkes and attend­ ed classes daily, accompanied by his seeing-eye dog, Several people connected with various veteran organizations and the Veterans Administration had Hap, who is pictured with the young veteran on this page. ■ state employment field before graduation, but now The same lost feeling that once had plagued Tommy when he was fighting for his life and preparing to live in a sightless world began to return. It wasn't Local Newspaper Creates Student Journalism Award Wilkes Engagement Calendars On Sale In College Bookstore Dr. Eugene S. Farley, president of Wilkes College, in a letter to L. J. Van Laeys, general manager and vice president of Wilkes-Barre Publishing Company, announced recently the creation of the L. J. Van Laeys Journalism Award. It was a Christmas present from employes of the Wilkes-Barre Record. For the first time in the history of Wilkes College, the institution will distribute its own engagement calen­ dars, complete with 15 campus scenes. The books are being offered for sale in the College Bookstore at the low price of one dollar. These calen­ dars are so designed as to allow plenty of room after each date for the noting of social engagements, class assignments, business appointments, birthdays, anni­ versaries, and other important events, which you do not want to run the risk of forgetting. A limited number of these calendars will be sent to local businessmen as a reminder of the growth that is taking place at Wilkes College. Dr. Farley, in his letter said: "The employees and staff of the Wilkes-Barre Record have collected a fund which they wish to use at Christmas time to show their regard for you. They suggested that because of your interest in the college and in young people, you would like to have the fund used as the basis of an award to graduates in jour­ nalism. "In consequence, they are turning over to the col­ lege a fund of SI 30, with which they wish to create an L. J. Van Laeys Journalism Award. The college will use the funds contributed by members of the Record staff to cast a number of gold medals which will in­ dicate the nature of the award, and will have en­ graved on them the names of the recipients and the years in which they are granted. "I know you will appreciate their thought of you as much as you will the award that is given in your name I am grateful to them and to you for this opportunity to offer an award bearing your name and I am truly appreciative of the privilege of informing you of their plan to honor you by stimulating interest in your chosen field of journalism." easy to refrain from becoming discouraged when you had a college degree, but no job. Then last week Tommy received word that he had been named a contact interviewer in the Pennsylvania State Employment Service. Announcement of his ap­ pointment was made by P. J. Connolly, director of the Wilkes-Barre-Scranton District of the PSES. Connolly said the former flyer took a Civil Service examination for the position in this city last February. The score the Forty Fort veteran attained certified him for the appointment Staff Prepares 1950 Issue Of Wilkes College Amnicola The staff of the Wilkes College yearbook, Amn*- 2„ Wjjte “S,X“PY a”d p“““ , u • the directi°n of Leon Gilbert, editor in chief, nprt^U!lnlSS mana9er Donald Rau, the book is ex- d""ib”“0” to Wilkls*5 r9n9 ^°o!< was tke finest ever published a* Office staT T- ,but ,he reP°rt the Amnicola Bia n Mhat the comin? editi°n will be even better, the bolk bTem V°W is the soliciting of advertising for always bee L0CT merchants and businessmen have Sroubffi !Xtremely gener0Us in the Past and uh these people. mS *° be in makin<J the contact with In his new position, Tommy will assist in the em­ ployer relations work with the employment service, and will contact local firms concerning personnel require­ ments, with special emphasis on the hiring of handi­ capped veterans and non-veterans. Tommy, a B-17 top-turret gunner, was wounded October 2, 1942 in a bombing raid over France. He is listed by the War Department as the first Air Corps en­ listed man to go blind as a result of a wound received in the European Theatre of Operations during World War II. 5'1 VI �1949 Homecoming Celebration Brings Many AlumniBack .— To Wilkes College Since the last issue of the ALUMNUS was published, the Alumni Association of Wilkes College spon sored its annual Homecoming Celebration on e South River Street Campus. The affair, although not attended by as many former students as was desired, ran smooth and pro­ vided the returning graduates with a day of fun. Many expressed amazement at the growth that had taken place since they attended the institution in many cases when it was still known as Bucknell Uni­ versity Junior College. No longer is the campus com­ posed of three buildings. The most recent count re­ vealed that Wilkes College has 16 major buildings and two lots—one used for parking and the other the site of the proposed S250,000 gymnasium. The Homecoming Celebration started off with re­ gistration in the morning and the ex-students found many of the once-famihar sites still unchanged. They enjoyed the morning session of tours and personal ex­ ploring about the new additions to the college. Old friendships were renewed and plans for the rest of th day were made. In the afternoon a good many of the alumni tr veled to Kirby Park to watch the Wilkes College SOc team go down to a thrilling 3 to 2 defeat at the hanT of the nationally powerful Howard University team A 6 that evening, the alumni members enjoyed the annual Homecoming Dinner in the Wilkes Collea Cafeteria. Dr. Eugene S. Farley, president of Wilkes6 reported to the members on the progess that has bee made at the institution and revealed some of the plans for the future. Over 2,500 Alumni To Receive 1950 Membership Cards Soon wickes Aliuuni Assortaitnn college •J9 WILKES-BARRE. PENNSYLVANIA Slits rath mill nrrue is ibrntifij WHO IS A MEMBER IN GOOD STANDING OF THE ALUMNI ASSOCIATION OF WILKES COLLEGE IN WILKES-BARRE. PENNSYLVANIA Seated in a special section of the bleachers at Plymouth's Huber Stadium that evening, the alumni and their guests watched Coach George George Ralsirm'Ralston's eleven suffer its first defeat of the season—a thrilling 41 to 34 loss to Rider College. PRESIDENT EXECUTIVE SECRETARY The entire day of fun and activity was climaxed at a sport dance in St. Stephen's Church house. Shortly after the end of the month, 1950 member­ 70 January Graduates Become Members Of Wilkes College Alumni A ssociation The Wilkes College Alumni Association, number­ ing well over 2,800 at the last count, will be enlarged by 70 members with the mid-year graduation on January 28. Under the present policy at Wilkes College, which calls for only one actual commencement ceremony each year—that one in June—the students will not re­ ceive diplomas upon graduation. New members are: Robert D. Barber, Wyoming; Joseph Bendock, Nanticoke; William Bergstrasser, Kingston; Joseph Brennan, Wilkes-Barre; Donald Brodbeck, Pittston; John Cain, Kingston; Robert S. Capin, Wilkes-Barre; Frank Celmer, Plymouth; Robert Clem­ ent, Kingston; Leonard Czajkowski, Ashley; John M. Davis, Nanticoke; Clem Drozdowski, Nanticoke; David W. Edwards, Nanticoke; Michael Elchak, Hudson; Paul Finley, Plymouth; Gerard P. Finn, Wilkes-Barre; Frank Henry, Hunlock Creek; Carl Gibson, Wilkes-Barre; Armin Gill, Wilkes-Barre; Albert Gorski, Nanticoke; Theodore Gribb, Nanticoke; Joseph Gudaitis, WilkesBarre; Irvin Haefele, Wilkes-Barre; Walter Haczewski Plains; Luther R. Jones, Nanticoke; Philip Kennedy Wilkes-Barre; Theodore J. Killian, Plymouth; Raymond Kinback, Scranton; Joseph Kitler, Nanticoke; Chester Bruce Mackie, White Plains, N. Y.; Beni°®in Maczuga, Wilkes-Barre; Thomas Miller, WilkesWilliam J. Miller, Wilkes-Barre; Victor Mineto ■ Wilkes-Bane; George Monigas, Luzerne; O'Shea, Trenton, N. J.; Samuel Owens, Wilkes-Barre, Frank L. Paduck, Wilkes-Barre; Nicholas Pa Exeter; Stanley Perlick, Wilkes-Barre; Edward rei wicz, Nanticoke; Edgar Plummer, Wilkes-Barre; wa Pryse, Upper Darby, Pa.; Herbert Quick, Joseph Radko, Korn Krest; Ame K. Rasmussen, wood, N. J.; Robert Rubright, Hudson. Florence Savitz, Wilkes-Bane; Mostyn SaY®'-./* ticoke; Fred Schultz, Plymouth; John Shoemaker. mmg; Marvin Smith, Wilkes-Barre; Arthur Spe . Kingston; John Stark, Pittston; Joseph Stofko, D , e; Allan Strassman, Exeter; Henry Strozeski, Nant Henry Vnukoski, Kingston; Theodore Warako u?n‘lCOke: RalPh Weaver, Kingston; R?sseR rteWilhams, Kingston; Russell Wolff, Wilkes-Barr Plymouth; Joseph Zawod But it certainly would be a big help to your Alma Mater if the dona­ be mailed to approximately 2,800 members of the tion is forwarded. Wilkes College Alumni Association. McGee' Kingston; David MacGowan, Wilkes- ^arernba, Wilkes-Barre. is sent to you as a former student. ship cards, similar to the one reproduced above, will Records will be kept in the Alumni Office of all For the first time since the Alumni Association was contributions for the ALUMNUS. If you fail to pay the started combined fee of two dollars is asked to cover annual dues you will be classed as an inactive mem­ both dues and to help defray the expense of publishing ber. the ALUMNUS on the quarterly basis. Bare 50 When you receive your membership card you will The reason for this change in policy is because of the growth of the association and the new demands We are now sending you a 20- note on the back the following: "Notice. Every member which must be met. of the Alumni Association is asked to contribute the page magazine four times a year. sum of two dollars each year. This sum covers Asso­ issue is slightly higher than seventeen cents. ciation dues for 1950 (SI.00) and helps to defray the the cost of printing, mailing, and handling of the many expense of publishing the ALUMNUS quarterly. Failure other publications that are forwarded to members of The cost of each When to pay dues will result in being classed as an inactive the alumni association is figured the requested price member. However, college literature and alumni mag­ of one dollar is far below the actual cost to your college. azine will continue to be sent to you." If you can see your way clear to meet the two So the way it stands you actually lose nothing by dollar contribution requested by your Alumni Office, not sending in the extra dollar to help with the expense please forward it to Alumni Secretary, Alumni Office, of publishing the ALUMNUS and other literature that Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. �Do You Want To Accept a Challenge? Some people say it's impossible for the Wilkes College Alumni Association to attain the $5,000.00 goal set by your officers as our share of the $250,000.00 quota needed to build and equip a gymnasium for Wilkes students. Now would be an excellent time to begin supporting your Alma Mater. Won't You Help? The Next "Must" For Wilkes College... A GYMNASIUM Since the College was established in 1933, it has depended upon the Wilkes-Barre YMCA for facilities for its program of physical educations and indoor sports. This arrangement was an excellent one during the early years when the student enrollment was small. But in recent years, the YMCA facilities have not been adequate for a student body of over 1,200 full time day students. And, while the College enrollment has been growing, the other normal demands upon the YMCA have also been growing, so that their whole facilities are needed by their own membership. It is no longer possible for Wilkes College to carry on a proper pro­ gram of physical education in the YMCA. The time has come for Wilkes College to have its own gymnasium. It is the next "must" in the phenomenal develop­ ment of this College. Adequate physical education is such an essential element in a complete program of higher education that it has already been made clear that accreditment of Wilkes College was given with the distinct understanding that a gymnasium would be built very soon. A site on South Franklin Street within one-half block of the administration building has already been purchased for the gymnasium. This site is sufficiently large to permit the erection of a building 210 feet in depth and 100 feet wide. This building will include a playing floor 150 feet by 98 feet, which can be divided into three playing floors or equipped with moveable bleachers to seat 1,200 to 1,600 spectators for basket­ ball games. It will have a reception room to be used for dances, alumni groups, or other college activities. In addition, the usual showers and dressing rooms for students and visiting teams will be provided. The Cost Of The New Gymnasium Careful planning by the Administration and the architect indicates that an adequate gymnasium can be provided for a sum which seems most reasonable in these days of high construction costs—S250.000. The above figure includes construction, landscap­ ing, equipment and initial supplies and contingent ex­ penses. The site, 110 feet by 220 feet, on South Frank­ lin Street already has been purchased by the College for SI7.000. With this addition to the campus Wilkes College will have a total worth in land, buildings, equipment and endowment of over S2,000,000. This gymnasium will be the first main building to be erected on the Wilkes College campus. All but one of the present buildings were orginally built for a. residence and were remodeled and re-equipped for educational purposes, when acquired by Wilkes College. The gymnasium will thus be unique in being the first important building on the campus to be designed and erected for its particular educational function. To supply this "missing picture" Wilkes College must appeal for the necessary funds to its many friends who want to have a continuing part in developing a college worthy of the community and its youth. This appeal for generous, capital fund subscrip­ tions for an enduring purpose is to people of vision interested in the future destinies of Wilkes-Barre and Wyoming Valley. �A Message .From This message is both a report to you and a requ for assistance. Although most of you are aware that the College has grown, it is probable that none of you have a com plete knowledge of the nature and extent of growth made during these formative years. The story of our growth is fascinating and stimulating, and will gratify all Wilkesonians who have participated in it. It is encouraging because of its promise of future achieve­ ment as much as because of its demonstration of pre­ vious accomplishment. The real worth of a college is, of course, measured by the character of its students and its alumni. The College, after all, exists to serve them, and its value can be measured only by their success. It is gratify­ ing to report to you that the student body of your col­ lege has been well scattered. In spite of its rapid growth, the College has only admitted one out of every three applicants since 1945, and because of this I The President selective policy the College ranks among the uPper ten percent of the many colleges giving the same admissions test. Considerable thought has been given to the ad visability of maintaining high standards or of seekin' high enrollment. It has been decided by the Board Trustees, the Faculty, and the Administration that in the long run, it will be better for the College to face Ja reduced enrollment than to increase enrollment by re­ ducing standards. It is this policy that has guided us in the past and it is this policy that will guide ur us in the future. Adherence to it may at times reduce <_ •o enrollment, but eventually such a policy will increase th< influence of the College and enable it to render its• most significant service. Wilkes received accreditment by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools in May, 1949, so that graduates of Wilkes College may now be admitted to the graduate and professional schools of the country without further reliance upon Bucknell. 4 We are building a college in which you may have pride and to which you will wish to refer your friends and the children of your friends. As dormitory facili­ ties increase, we will be able to take an ever larger number of students from areas outside of Wyoming Valley. At the present time there are approximately one hundred students who have come to us from other states, and each year the number increases. It was anticipated that adherence to this selective policy would reduce the student body this past year because of the decline in veteran applications. Much to our surprise, however, the total number of applica­ tions increased during the past year with the result that the College this year has the largest enrollment in its history. The day and evening school enrollments now total 1,929. Alumni not only refer new students to their Alma Mater, they also contribute funds that enable it to ex­ pand its services and maintain its integrity as an in­ dependent institution. As a young institution Wilkes College must depend upon its old established friends, but it is hoped that with the passing of time the alumni will assume their full share of responsibility. It is possible for independent institutions to continue their services only when those who have received help from It is apparent that the College could not have ex­ panded without obtaining additional facilities. Since Conyngham and Chase Halls were given to the Col­ lege in 1938, we have acquired a total of 16 proper­ ties on South Franklin and South River Streets. Two of these buildings were given to the College in the week before Christmas, 1949; one will serve as a boys dormitory, and the other as the residence of the Presi­ dent. r Even though buildings may be given, a college cannot be developed without funds. It is significant, t erefore, that the people of the community and other nen s of the College have given substantially. In consequBncB of their generosity, the endowment now exceeds $500,000, and the total assets of the College will ‘pass the $2,000,000 mark by the opening of the 1950 e™- 1 is the vision and generosity of men and women ° e ,eve in young people that have made possible this record growth. n ■ ]Ong as the College was affiliated with Bucknell san, « lndePendent accreditment was not necesnecpcc-t 7!rance °' tke ties with Bucknell, however, tutirn 'am. accred'lment of the newly created instinell ext ^°,Ugh Wilkes was chartered in 1947, BuckDR. EUGENE S. FARLEY ableH 6 'tS suPPort through 1949, and thus en­ ter aror/PerCent °Ur ^rst 9raduating class to en9 UQ e and Professional schools. Fortunately, The developments of the past have been tremend­ ously encouraging and I believe promise sound growth in the years ahead. Each attainment, however, in­ creases our obligations to students and to the commun­ ity. We are compelled constantly, therefore, to expand our offering and to increase the significance of our educational program. In this we need the counsel, encouragement, and support of all alumni. *> one generation return it to the next. At the present time, many colleges are requesting large sums from their alumni. Wilkes is making no such request, but it is hoped that as you prosper you will, through annual giving, assist the College to ex­ pand its services and to extend finer educational oppor­ tunities to the students of succeeding generations. This year the Board of Trustees is undertaking the construction of a gymnasium which will cost $250,000. The Trustees have already contributed $100,000, and are requesting an additional $150,000 from other mem­ bers of the community. The attainment of this goal will be difficult in spite of the contributions already made by the Trustees, as this is the third appeal made by the College since 1944. In these three campaigns generous members of our community have given over $800,000, and with the completion of this current appeal they will have given nearly $1,000,000. So far, the alumni have not been in a position to contribute funds to the College. They have been establishing themselves, their homes, and their busi­ ness, and in most instances their personal obligations have demanded all their resources. It is hoped, how­ ever, that this year alumni may find it possible to con­ tribute to the gymnasium fund. If alumni of Wilkes College will contribute to this campaign, the Trustees will be heartened and the future will look brighter. Your own alumni association is requesting your help, and it is my hope that a large portion of our alumni will contribute. The act of giving will be almost as important at this time as the amount that is given. �nJ o o S A special Message To All Alumni g Pa tn ’/I- g CP ■ ' ■' e2 § § £ S o E-t (D tn in M CD tn CD I A o Pa M Al H ftfK' hito H At press time, over $115,000 has been subscribed by Trustees and initial donors. The general public campaign, under the chairmanship of Attorney William S. McLean, who is also president of the Northeast Pennsylvania Alumni Association of Lafayette College, will be in full swing late this month, with 250 local businessmen enrolled as volunteer workers. This proposed building is the second of the 16 major buildings now on the campus to be designed for its particular use. A 100 by 210 foot structure planned—large enough for three basketball courts and 2,000 spectators. The need is urgent. With present enrollment of 1,929 students make-shifts are no longer possible. When Wilkes College obtained full independent accreditment last spring from the Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools, it was granted You, as a former student of this institution and now a member of its alumni association, can help by filling out the subscription form below for as much as you can give in extended payments. Send in your subscription early so it can be re­ ported in the published totals during the campaign. Mail it today to Gym Fund, Chase Hall, Wilkes College, Wilkes-Barre, Pa. O Wilkes College Gym Fund V-Ii A A g) ! / I SUBSCRIBE TO THE GYM FUND PAYABLE AS FOLLOWS: / S per Month for Months / s per Quarter for Quarters TOTAL X M a (M A public subscription campaign is now underway among the citizens of Wyoming Valley to raise 3250,000 to build and equip a new gymnasium building on a large lot already purchased on the East side of South Franklin between West South and Ross Streets. Pa rd a with the understanding an adequate gymnasium would be built as soon as funds were raised. pc; 8 .8 ‘w 8 0 The time has come for Wilkes College to have its own gymnasium. 1950. Payments to begin A Bl ■ Ia ! r. m i A. T. 1 I Signed Address ... Class of / / / / / �Two Moio PiopoitiQS A Jdod Having previously expressed a strong desire to assist Wilkes College in providing dormitory accom­ modations for the ever increasing number of students coming from other communities and states, a residence at 72 South River street was given to Wilkes College by Col. Walter Carleton Sterling, who died on Decem­ ber 12. The bequest to the local college provided the fifteenth building and is the first in the block between West Market and West Northampton streets. During the past three or four years, Col. Sterling frequently discussed the possibility of his home being used by Wilkes College and indicated to a number of his friends the possibility that his residence would be left to the institution. The bequest of his home, therefore, is a realization of his frequently expressed hopes that his property would be of service to Wilkes College, as is the case with other large residences on South River street. When notified of the bequest, Dr. Eugene S. Farley, Wilkes College president, stated, "This gift will per­ mit the college to provide dormitory facilities for ap­ proximately 30 more students. At the present time, approximately 50 students from out of town cannot be accommodated in the present dormitories. The gift of this building will provide out-of-town students with im­ proved accommodations and will enable the college to accept a larger number of students from distant areas." The new 1building "" has been named Sterling Hall in honor of its donor. 146 SOUTH RIVER STREET The sixteenth building—and the second in as lege to gradually transfer all activities to its own many days—was added to the Wilkes College campus campus. For some years it was necessary for the col­ on December 17, when a gift made by a friend of the lege to rent facilities in neighboring churches and to college for the specific purpose of purchasing this depend upon the courtesy of neighboring churches latest addition enabled the institution to accept the and the Luzerne County Medical Society on South home of Edward and Lillian Morris at 146 South River Franklin street. street. At present a public campaign to raise S250,000 to The gift made possible the extension of the college build and equip a gymnasium is underway. When the holdings on South River street between Northampton fund raising for the gymnasium is completed, it vzill It marked the sixteenth addition to then be possible for the college to conduct all activities the campus since the college first moved into the other than field events on its own campus. The acquisi­ quarters on South River street in 1938. tion of this building is just one more step in the evolu­ and South streets. The gift of these residences has enabled the col- tion of the community college. ��SPORTS SCENE Above is a portion of the Colonels' varsity basketball team. Charlie Jackson, Gene Snee and Paul Huff. Left to right: Bill Johns, Bob Benson, Bon Dragon, Coach George Ralston, After compiling one of the best basketball records in the school’s history during the 1948-49 campaign with 13 wins against five setbackes. Coach George Ralston v/as faced v/ith the dismal job of replacing both of the high scorers from that team, when he issued a call for practice drills at the end of November for the 1949-50 team. Both Phil Sekerchak and Joe Piorkowski, who garnered 492 points for last year's cage team transferred to other colleges and Coach Ralston had to start from the beginning to round out a team to meet the toughest sche­ dule a Wilkes team ever had to face. Listed amongj the opponents the Colonel cage: »rs had to fact :e this season as they made their■ debut into top-notch college basketball v/ere Lafayette College, one of the best teams in the East; Philadelphia College e of Pharmacy; the University of Scranton; Stro roudsburg STC, Ithaca College, v/hich travels in the best college circles, meeting " West ” Point and LIU; Bloomsburg S' >TC, Mansfield STC, and the al­ ways tough King's College quintet. Although both of last year's high point makers v/ere missing. Coach Ralston had sev­ eral familiar faces among the candidates re­ porting for the first drills, including Ben Drag­ on, who was selected to captain this year's •earn; Charlie Jackson, third highest scorer on last year's team v/ith an average of 7.52 per game; and Paul Huff, a good set shot. After several v/eeks of hard v/ork on the practice court. Coach Ralston had a team composed of Dragon, Jackson, Huff, and three newcomers to varsity competition, Bob Benson, a sophomore playing his first year of basketball, Al Casper, a member of last year's junior varsity, and Gene Snee, another eager moved up from last year's scrub team. with Charlie Jackson at center the Colonels have two point makers who can mingle with the best in their class. Dragon's floor v/ork —'k— and rebound ability have helped to mold the club into a smooth working outfit. BASKETBALL Jan. Jan. 4—Lafayette College 7—Phila. Col. of Pharm. < Jan. 14—Lycoming * Jan. 16—Bloomsburg STC * Jan. 21—Mansfield STC 4 Jan. 28—King's College ........... 4 Feb. 4—Stroudsburg STC Feb. 7—King's College .... Feb. 11—Triple Cities < * and Laggan v/ere greeted by one o f the best turnouts in the The winter sports program at the college got into full sv/ing in school's four-year history of participation in the mat sport. Among the first week of December when Athletic Director George Ralston the large turnout v/ere many former high school wrestling stars from announced the appointment of the new wrestling coach, Jim Laggan, Wyoming Valley, v/hich has developed into one of the best breeding and his assistant, Billy Lee, to replace Cromwell Thomas, last years Benson is counted on to take up the scoring slack, and along 1 Abovo arc the candidates lor the 1943 50 edition ol the Wilkes College wrestling loam. Loll Io right: first row. John Reynolds. Phil Husband. Charles Thomas, Norman Cross, George McMahon. Joe Stephens. Howard Ennis. Tod Krohn; second row. George Dvorznlak, Preston Echmeador, George Cross. Joe Moran. Bill Brown. Frank Hadaszewski. Dan Sadvary and Norman Cromack. ...H ..H ..H ..H ..H < Feb. 14—Mansfield STC ... < Feb. 18—Lycoming .. * Feb. 25—Stroudsburg STC ..H J Mar. 1—Susquehanna..... < Mar. 4—Bloomsburg STC 4 Mar. 7—Ithaca j Mar. 11—Triple Cities .H .H .A .A . > > —k— The appointment of Laggan and Lee to the Wilkes athletic staff gave the Colonels Because of the limited time in which to practice before the first game, < Coach Ralston's eagers looked ---------- anything —a----- j but good in their first th.ee games, when they thej came out on the tail end of )f the score each time. Against Ithaca the Colonels began to show some spark and dropped a close game in the final minutes, when the Ithaca team's experience helped them to pull av/ay from the Colonels. Against Lafe fayette College the Wilkes quintet dropped .. its fifth straight contest but nlaved snmp played some nf of its best basketball before being —3 ed< _dged in the final quarter 78-56. another top flight coach, who turned out some of the best wrestlers in the valley while handling the YMCA mat program. A former National Champion. Lee has continued to re­ main active in the grappling sport and should heto to develop some of the best in the state the candidates for pre­ cord of five wins against two setbacks. Re­ turning were Chuck Thomas, at 136-pounds, Norm Cromack, 154-pounds, Bill Brown, 121- University of Pennsylvania mat team while in Jan. 14—East Stroudsburg pounds, Joe H Stephens, 165-pounds, George McMahon, 175-pounds, and Norm Cross, Colo­ plers in the school's history. Jan. 20—Ithaca College nel heavyweight. .H Feb. 18—Millersville STC the.AWilkes grapplers v/ith a possible fifth A four-meet schedule has been lined up for In Billy Lee the Wilkes matsters obtained while handling the Colonel coaching reins. among last year's team, which compiled a good re­ WRESTLING •he college mat scene, having captained the college, where he was one of the finest grap­ Listed season drills were six returning lettermen from two of the best coaches possible for them to obtain. Laggan brings plenty of experience to Although he has still to break into the win column, Coach Ralston appears to have the makings of another good Wilkes cage team, v/hich should begin to rack up wins now that the nev/comers have had an oppor­ tunity to gain some much needed experience in the early season games. grounds for college v/restlers in the country. coach, who is doing graduate work. meet still being discussed. (Tentative)—Lafayette Listed among the school's scheduled to face the Wilkes wrestling team are Wyoming Seminary, East Strouds­ k burg STC, Ithaca College, and Millersville STC. A tentative meet with Lafayette College is still in the discussion stage and if scheduled Upon issuing the first call for candidates Io the 1950 Colonel mat squad, Coaches Lee will bring the Colonel schedule to five meets. �Registrar Urges Alumni To Recommend Students For Admission To Wilkes In 1950 Dear Alumnus: It has occurred to us that you may be interested in recommending some worthy students for admission to Wilkes College in 1950. OUTSTANDING ATHLETE - We. offer four years of work in Commerce and Finance, Liberal Arts, Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Biology, and two years in Engineering. We also offer two-year terminal programs in Medical Technology, Medical Stenography, Radio Production, Secretarial Training, and Music. The prospective students whom you may wish to recommend might be interested in the fact that we are a fully accredited college—accredited not only by the State of Pennsylvania, but also by the Middle Atlantic States Association of Secondary Schools and Colleges, the University of the State of New York, and our own State University. 1949 WILKES COLLEGE ATHLETIC BANQUET At present the combined day and evening school enrollment at Wilkes College is 1,929 students. Of this number 1,000 are in the day school. The total figure is the largest ever recorded at this institution. 'A' You might mention to prospective male students that the college has a well-rounded physical education and intercollegiate athletic program. Our football team last year finished first in the State for total points scored and over a four-year period, has a record of 25 wins, three ties, and four losses. V/ilkes is also represented intercollegiately in basketball, wrestling, baseball, and swimming. aS J 1 I _ I 1950 GRID CAPTAINS ’ ) are interested in attending college next If you know of any students vzho year, we wirill appreciate your referring them to us. Sincerely yours, Herbert J. Morris, Registrar �Some News About Your Friends.. Robert Nagle, a student at BUJC for two years from 1937 to 1939 is employed at the Dekalb Nurseries in Norristown, Pa., as a landscape draftsman and retail salesman . . . Irene Spears, BUJC student from 1941 to 1943 and a graduate of Cornell University School of Nursing is working as a registered nurse in New York City . . . Wesley Lane, who attended Wilkes from June 1946 to Sept. 1947 and graduated from George Wash­ ington University in 1948, is employed as an auditor in Chicago, Ill. . . . Margaret Mary Bendock, BUJC class of '38 is now married to Ernest Towers, and is living in Wilmington, Delaware where she is employed as a Trade Analysis Clerk at the Dupont Company . . . Pauline Lastowski, BUJC class of '45, is now married to William E. Davis of Westminster, Md. . . . Lloyd Davies, who transferred from Wilkes to Bucknell University in 1947 and graduated in 1949 is employed as an engineer in Hazleton, Pa. . . . Joseph Pringle, Jr., who received his degree in Commerce and Finance in 1948 is employed as a clerk and teller in the Second National Bank in Wilkes-Barre . . . John Martin, class of '49 is employed as a salesman with the National Biscuit Company in Forty Fort . . . Joe Hiznay, also from the class of '49 is employed as a Technical writer for the International Correspondence School in Scranton, Pa. . . . Roberta Louise Russell, class of '49 is now married to Ensign C. E. Rakes and is temporarily residing in Norfolk, Va. . . . Doris Mae Thomas, class of '41 is teaching school at North York High School in York, Pa. . . . F. Algerd Baludauski, class of '39 and Penn State graduate in '41 is employed as a chemist at the Sheffield Farms in Norwich, N. Y. . . Doris Smith, class of '46 is now married to Mitchell Gordon of Wilkes-Barre and is the mother of a five months old son, Robert . . . John W. Edwards, class of '49 is working as a visitor for the Department of Public Assistance in Wilkes-Barre . . . Myron S. Freed, BUJC student in 1944 and 1945 was graduated from Penn State in August . . . Louise S. Hazeltine, BUJC class of '45 and a graduate of Bucknell University in '46 is a member of the faculty of the Cornell University School of Nursing where she received her BS degree in nurs­ ing in September . . . Earle A. Herbert, who attended BUJC in 1942-43 is serving as an interne in the WilkesBarre General Hospital. . . Joseph F. Litchman, class of '48 is working as a senior accountant with the Ley Accounting Service in Wilkes-Barre . . . Ralph Carey, also from the class of '48 is studying Law in the Dicldnson School of Law . . . Ruth Jean Maran, BUJC class of '38 is now married to T. P. Turnbull and is living in Palmerton, Pa............. Dorothy Susan Smailes, class of '39 is now married to Richard Nutt the Methodist student pastor at the Uni­ versity of Nebraska. . .Frank Ostapowicz, who attended BUJC in 1942, and received his M. D. from the Univer­ sity of Pittsburgh in 1948 is now living in Philadelphia. Jess Forsythe, Jr., who attended Wilkes from 1946 to 1948 is now serving as naval aviator with the navy at Norfolk, Va. . . . Frank Wheeler, class of '48 is living in Saratoga Springs, N. Y. where he is employed as an Accountant for General Electric . . . Edward Hendler, '48 received his Masters Degree in Chemistry at Buck­ nell University where he is now employed as a chem­ istry laboratory assistant . . . Edmund Chesney, who attended Wilkes in 1946-47 is now a senior in the Temple University School of Pharmacy . . . Joseph Seitchak, class of '49 is employed in the Biological Laboratories of the National Drug Co. in Swiftwater, Pa.; his sister Dolores, who attended Wilkes from 1945 to 1947 is employed as a Physical Therapist for the Veterans Hospital in Staten Island, N. Y. . . . Alberta Killian, class of '46, is employed as a teacher in the Plymouth Borough Schools . . . Morris Greenberg, who attended Wilkes in 1946-47 before transferring to New York U. is employed as an Adver­ tising Manager for the Merson Musical Products in New York City . . . John Swengle, junior college class of '35 is employed as a Superintendent in the Steel Foundry for the Malleable Iron Fittings Co. in Branford, Conn. . . Gertrude R. Jones, class of '40, is now married to Arthur M. Davies of Wilkes-Barre, and is employed as a teacher in the junior high school at Plymouth . . Mary Snyder, who attended Wilkes from 1945 to 1947 before transferring to East Stroudsburg STC, is em­ ployed as a Physical Education instructor in Allentown Central Catholic High School . . . Ambrose Saricks, Jr., class of '35 is a member of the faculty at Ohio State U. where he is an instructor in history . . . Benjamin Davis, Jr., class of '35 is employed as an assistant credit manager in the Fowler, Dick & Walker store in Wilkes-Barre . . . John Hurley, class of '36, is a member of the teaching staff in the Nanticoke school district . . . William Morton, junior college class of '39 and a graduate of Bucknell University in '41, is em­ ployed as an application engineer in the industrial en­ gineering division of the General Electric Co. in Schen­ ectady, N. Y. . . . Carol Weiss, class of '49 is now mar­ ried to Sheldon Morrison, also of the class of '49 who is now attending the Penn State school of Optometry in Philadelphia. . .Edward Hartmann, junior college class of '35 and Bucknell University graduate in '37, is now working as the Director of Libraries at Suffolk Univer­ sity, Boston, Mass. . . . John Heim, class of '48, is em­ ployed as an assistant shift supervisor in the Hercules Powder Co. in Hopewell, Va. . . . Stephen Wolf, class of '49, is a student in the Temple U. medical school. . . Jerome Mintzer, class of '48, is employed in the Foreign Accounting Dept, of Warner Brothers in New York. He is married to Muriel Bransdorf, also of the class of '48, who is wokina as a correspondent for The Family Bookshelf in New York . . . E. Marjorie Mattern, who attended the junior college in '42 and graduated from Penn State in '44 is employed as a teacher in the Business Education department of the Altoona Senior High School . . . Arthur Williams, iunior college class of '44 and a graduate of the University of Southern California in '49, is emnloyed in the Public Relations Dept, of the Kaiser Aluminum Co. in Los Angeles, Calif. Dolores Hartmann, class of '49, is working as a stenographer at Morris Jewelers in Wilkes-Barre . . . Gretchen D. Troback, who attended the junior college in 1944-45 before transferring to Bloomsburg STC where she graduated in '49, is employed as a Speech Thera­ pist at the Woods School in Langhorne, Pa. . . Nelson F. Jones, who attended the junior college in 1941-43, be­ fore transferrina to Temple U. is employed as a sales representative for the Sheaffer Pen Co. . . .Ruth Jones, junior college class of 44 and Temple U. graduate in 46 is working as a Business Teacher in Audubon Hiah School in Audobon, N. J. Alumni Record I*-* blank «nd mJ feel our service to you, please fill out this Wilkes-Barre, Pa., immediately. All college material, which will be of interest ' to you will be sent to you, following the arrival and filing of this information sheet. 1 Name LAST FIRST MIDDLE Maiden Name Street Town State Telephone 2 Entered Wilkes College (B. U. J. C.) Withdrew Graduated 3 Transferred To Graduated 4 Semester Hours at Wilkes (B. U. J. C.) Degree 5 Present Employment and Duties 6 Business Address 7 Do you know of any people who attended Wilkes or Association? (a) List: Major BUJC and are not receiving the regular literature of the �� Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumni Magazine, 1947-present Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations Description An account of the resource <p>An archive of Wilkes University Magazine, from 1947-present. The magazine went through various names including <em>Wilkes Alumnus</em>, <em>Wilkes Quarterly,</em> <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, and the current title, <em>Wilkes Magazine</em>. Some editions for the <em>Wilkes Universe</em>, will have multiple issues within the file record. Our holdings may be missing editions for certain years due to having no physical copy within the collection. </p> Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Wilkes University Source A related resource from which the described resource is derived Wilkes University Publisher An entity responsible for making the resource available Wilkes University Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1947-present Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Wilkes Alumnus Winter 1950 Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Marketing and Communications Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource Winter 1950 Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource PDF Type The nature or genre of the resource Magazine Subject The topic of the resource Alumni Relations