T0 the durum Borealis: We, the Junior Class, dedicate the 1951 Pharo: to the schoolhs weekly publication for its journalistic achievements and ex- cellent portrayal of Aurora College in action. The success of this year's Aurora Borealis rests upon the concerted efforts of many individuals with a vision of something better which is typical of the Aurora College spirit. Eckhart Hall , m a letf PHAROS AURORA COLLEGE AURORA, ILLINOIS Staff JOAN MARSHALL ............................. Editor-in-Chief LESLIE JEWETT ............................ Business IVIarmger DONALD LUSSKY .............................. Layout Editor MILDRED GABRIELSEN ........................ Make-up Editor MABEL GRAVES .................................. News Editor DOROTHY GRANSEE ............................. Feature Editor ROBERT COLE ................................... Spam Editor WANDA BAKER ......................... Womenit Sports Editor DORIS COLBY ................................. Faculty ddvixor SALLY WALZ, HOLICE TURNBOW ........................ Artists RICHARD ROTHILOCK, PAUL JAFFARIAX ......... Photographers Acknowledge with Thanks Cooperation of: Jahn 8L Ollier Engraving Company Finch 6L McCullough Printing Company Craftco Cover Company Park Place Studios Faculty Advisors Index XVorld Events News .................... 7 Editorials ................ Z7 Features......4.,..,. ..V37 v.55 World Events of 1950-51 June 25 Communist North Korea launched invasion of United Statcs-sponsored Republic of South Korea. June 27 United Nations named North Korea an aggressor. August 15 Daughter was born to Princess Elizabeth of Eng- land. September 26 MacArthur announced capture of Seoul, South Korean capital. October 7 Purdue beat Notre Dame 28-14. October 7 Yanks swept series from the Phillies. October 26 Nobel Medicine Prize was awarded to Drs. Ed- ward C. Kendall and Philip S. Hench, of Mayo Clinic, and Prof. Tadeusy Reichstcin 0f Switzer- land. 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Aurora, Illinois PATRICIA F. ADAMS, B.A. Skowhegan, NIaine EARLE R. BEECHER, B.A. Manchester, New Hampshire J. HOWARD BEEMER, BA. Woodstock, Virginia HARLAN R. BEHRENS, B.S. Aurora, Illinois PETER T. BENSON, III, B.A. Southwest Harbor, Maine M ERRILL BERG, B.A. Auro ra, Illinois THOMAS E. BOYD, B.A. Au r0 ra, Illinois ROBERT B. BRODIE, B.A. NIillington, Illinois DEAN BROWNE, B.S. Geneva, Illinois Seniors PETER K. L. szo, B.S. Nanking, China ARTHUR CIZEK, B.S. Berwyn, Illinois LEROY C. COFFMAN, 13.8. Aurora, Illinois JOHN COFIELD, BA. Aurora, Illinois WARD H. CONDE, B.A. Batavia, Illinois GERALD W. CORNWALL, B.S. Aurora, Illinois F. EARL CROUSE, B.TH. Boston, KIusszlchusetts GENE R. CUSJC, BA. Aurora, Illinois H ELEN C. DANELZ, BA. AIinnenpolis, NIinnesotzl LORRAINE M. DILLENBURG, BA. Aurora. Illinois Seniors LOLA M. GLANTZ, B.A. Aurora, Illinois HELEN G. GORDON, B.S. Sugar Grove, Illinois JUSTINE J. GRAHAM, B.S. Aurora, Illinois EDWARD A. GREGER, B.S. Aurora, Illinois MARY C. HALL, B.A. East Norwalk, Connecticut CLARENCE P. HANKES, B.S Aurora, Illinois WESLEY S. HARTLEY, B.A. Los Angeles, California ALLAN HEALD, BA. VVallingford, Connecticut CAROLE R. INGERSOLL, B.S. Seattle, Washington STUART L. JOHNSON, B.A. Oswego, Illinois 10-- Seniors PETER JUNO, B.A. Aurora, Illinois RICHARD R. KEARNEY, 13.8. Presque Isle, Maine TEH BHUM KIM, 3.8. Seoul, Korea WILLIAM L. KING, 13.8. Aurora, Illinois LEROY KUCH, B.S. Aurora, Illinois ARTHUR F. KYSER, B.A. Aurora, Illinois SYLVIA L. LENARD, B.S. Aurora, Illinois SAMUEL A. LILLEY, B.S. Aurora, Illinois DONALD R. LINDO, BA. Aurora, Illinois JEAN A. MCIVER, B.S. Blontebello, California Seniors ROY MACOMBER, JR., B.TH. New Bedford, Alassachusetts CARL C. MAGOON, B.S. Seattle, Washington ALLEN S. MARSHALL, BA. Aurora, Illinois FRED MELCHER, B.S. Berwyn, Illinois PHILIP J. MILLER, B.S. Aurora, Illinois BURTON L. MIX, B.S. Watertown, Connecticut ROY L. MODLINGER, B.A. North Adams, NIassachusetts DAVID J. MORRIS, B.A. Aurora, Illinois MARTIN P. MORTENSEN, B.S. Yorkville, Illinnis JANET M. NEHRING, B.A. Aurora, Illinois Seniors JEAN L. NICKELS, B.A. Elburn, Illinois DONALD E. NIPPERT, 13.5. St. Charles, Illinois BERYL E. NORWOOD, B.A. Bristol, Connecticut HARLEY J. POPE, JR., B.S. Aurora, Illinois BEVERLY A. POTTLE, B.S. Meredith, New Hampshire GARLAND C. PRESLAR, B.A., B.TH. Hickory, North Carolina ROGER W. PRICE, B.S. Joliet, Illinois EDWARD QUACKENBUSH, B.A. Aurora, Illinois THOMAS ROGERS, B.S. Aurora, Illinois 'LOUIS E. SCHAUB, B.S. Aurora, Illinois Seniors GEORGE E. SKOGLUND, 13.8. St. Charles, Illinois OLIVE A. SMYTH, B.A. Corning, Iowa HELEN L. STEPHENS, B.S. Aurora, Illinois DON E. TUCKER, B.A. Rockbridge, Ohio RICHARD WALLIPN, ' B.S. Aurora, Illinois KEITH WILLIAMS, B.A. Aurora, Illinois GENE C. ZIMMERMAN, B.S. Aurora, Illinois MIRIAM R. RICHARDSON, B.A. Wallingford, Connecticut . 14- Senior Skip Eighteen seniors with their class advisor, Harold Cooprider, went to Devilis Lake near the Wisconsin Dells on the iiSenior Skip on October 8, I951. A highlight of the trip was a boat tour through the Dells with its background of picturesque autumn foliage. The seniors engaged in horseback riding, swimming, and hiking around the lake. T0 entertain the group, Garland Preslar took along his cowboy equipment to accompany the singing of hillbilly songs. Although they missed three days of classes, the seniors did not seem to mind making up their work. Members of the various committees were Louia Gransee, Harley Pope, Aileen Smith, Jean McIver, Beverly Pottle, and Carl Magoon. Snapshots give us a glimpse of the unusual incidents of the trip. First Week Highlights Aurora College opened its 1950-51 school year with Freshman Day at Camp Kadeka. The freshmen made new acquaintances while playing games and having fun. This orientation day aided the new students in adjusting to their environment before they took their achievement tests during the next two days. Of course, regis- tration was an important event in the lives of all the students that week. To welcome all the new students, the faculty and staff gave a formal reception in Eckhart Hall. The upperclassmen introduced the freshmen to the faculty and staff. Field day at Camp Rudv'e was a day that Will be remembered for the fun had playing volleyball, canoeing, and eating. Homecoming COMMITTEE The general chairman of the Homecoming Committee of 1950 was Carl Magoon with Gerald F. Richardson as faculty advisor. The following Chairmen and their advisors managed the indicated committees: alumni relations, Howard Procter and Miriam J. Perry; banquet, Aileen Smith, Margaret Singleterry and Dorothy Crouse; Friday night program, Wesley Hartley and S. H. Perry; parade, Harley Pope and B. G. Knechtel; hnance, Robert Cole and Lillian Walker; campus publicity, Jean McIver; game events, Keith Williams and Carl Selin; campus decorations, Holice Turn- bow and Doris Colby. PARADE The Homecoming Parade, pre- sented in conjunction with West Aurora High School, was organ- ized by Harley Pope. First prize went to the durora Borealis hoat. Its theme was iTAurora Will Shine Like the Borealis.H A huge Bore- alis, which was sprayed, as was the entire Hoat, with yellow, orange and red paint depicting the colors of the Lights, was mounted on the top of the float. Joann Linder, Bill Schade, Doug Norwood, Jack Tendall, Jean Merer, Dave McGee, Wanda Baker, Aileen Smith, and others made this Hoat a success. The Modern Language Clust Hoat took second place. The blue and white float was a small craft hoist- ing the theme of aXSink Navy Pierfy Third prize was awarded to Wilkinson Hall who had an Indian theme of uScalp TEm. Homecoming QUEEN Tall, stately, Patricia Adams of Skowhegan, Maine, was Chosen to reign as Queen for Homecoming, 1950. Pat, who is a music major, is looking forward to teaching music and English. She enhanced many of our college programs with her selections on the organ. On March 9, in a graduation re- cital, she gave a superior perform- ance. Pat is an outdoor sports enthu- siast. Although she is a transfer student from Boston University, she became a part of Aurora by being a friend to everyone. CORONATION At the Close of the play, our last year,s queen Faye Gabriel- sen crowned Patricia Adams the new royal ruler of Homecoming, 1950. The new queen led the procession to the Bonhre Program which has become a tradition at Aurora College. Pat Edwards and Ken Devlin were spearheads for the procession with other repre- sentatives from the freshman class as torchbearers. The students and faculty joined in a pep rally which was the symbol of the Spartan spirit, past, present, and future. Some of the current football play- ers and some alumni football stars said a few words on football at Aurora College. Refreshments, cocoa and doughnuts, were served at the end of the program. QUEEN'S COURT Members of the queens court are left to right, Helen Stephens, a senior of Aurora, Illinois, and Mildred Gabrielsen 0f Provi- dence, Rhode Island, a member of the Junior Class. Janet Rebmann, of Litchfield, Con- neticut, was Chosen as sophomore represen- tative and below, Donna Lucas, freshman representative, is from Milwaukie, Oregon. Girls were Chosen for the court on the basis of Character and beauty. CORONATION PROGRAM The Coronation program be- gan with music by the Region- naires from Big Rock. A Greek tttragedyf written by Wes Hart- ley for the occasion, was presented with Louia Gransee as master of ceremonies. The play featured the talents of Jo Marshall, Holice Turnbow, Garland Preslar, How- ard Towne, Mabel Graves, and the Faculty Quartet. At the sound of the trumpet, our queen was crowned. lnter-Class Play Contest FRESHMEN The Freshmen won the first award in the annual inter-class play contest with their presentation of the moving drama, hThe Valiant? which was skillfully directed by Joe Robinson who also portrayed Warden Holt. Lois Miller played the part of a young girl seeking to learn whether or not the man, played by Thomas Johnson, was her brother. Others participating in the play were William Robinson as the prison Chaplain, and Donald Kipp and Charles Schumacher as attendants. Those who assisted with the play were Barbara Beggs, costumes and properties; Donna Lucas, make-up; Richard Healy, lights; Patricia Edwards, stage manager; and Jodeen Fitzgerald, assistant director. SOPHOMORES The Sophomore class presented a fantasy, hThe White Lawn? directed by Howard Procter. This bittersweet love story has as its climax the uniting of a young soldier and his wife after death. Frank Hopkins played the part of St. John Clark and Barbara Smith delineated Kathleen Clark. Janet Rebmann, as KathleenTs mother and John Smith as the family doctor, were the other members of the cast. Leila Fowler, Nancy Busch, Paula Smith, and Bob Gemmer were in charge of costumes and make-up. Those assisting with properties were Travis Carter, Glennon Balser, Tommy Johnson and Merlyn Perkins. Holice Turnbow was in charge of lighting. JUNIORS The Juniors gave a domestic comedy in contrast to the other plays. ttPot LuckH was directed by Ben Butterfield. The story was of a newly married couple entertaining the husbande boss and his wife for din- ner. Ben Butterfield and Mabel Graves, the harrassed newlyweds; George Polhill, the exasperating land- lord, and Don Lussky and Mildred Gabrielsen, the hintellectual coupleH were members of the cast. Lyril Kirby and Jo Marshall were in charge of the make- up, while Joyce King and Paul Jaffarian handled the properties. -- 20a On Friday Night The Friday itLitTi programs, under the leadership of Social Activities Chairman, Beverly Pottle, have offered the students a variety of activities. One of the outstanding parties of the year was the Christmas party in which the faculty, staff and students com- bined their efforts to make a successful evening. A novel feature of the party was the reading of letters written by students to Santa Claus. Dr. Spiesman, with her jolly laugh, capably played the part of Old St. Nick. The program was centered around a play with Mrs. Phil Lewis, Mrs. Clyde Hewitt, and David Morris taking the leading parts. They were supported by the entrance of the Faculty Quartet, student carolers, and other Characters. Club Night, in the fall, gave students the opportunity to dis- cover which organizations they would be most interested in joining. Every club put on some sort of exhibit to show the purposes and goals of its group. Most of the entertainment for these Friday night affairs has been possible through the creative talent of the students. The annual Talent Show on February 2, illustrates this. With television as its theme, skits, songs, readings, helpful Hhealth hintsH and previews of the fur hfashionsi, were some of the attractions. The Senior-Sophomore all-school party was properly called a poverty party, for everyone wore his oldest clothes. Keith Williams, Carl Magoon, Carole Ingersoll and Beverly Pottle planned games. The Spartones, piano solos, and skits were the source of entertain- ment for the evening. Festivities drew to a close by the awarding of a prize to the poorest dressed boy and girl. One of the unforgetable parties was sponsored by the Sopho- mores in honor of the Seniors. Clio Thomas deserves special men- tion for winning the pie-eating contest at this so-called tiShip- VVreckTT party. A distinguished guest, Dr. Ralph H. Robbins of MacMurray College, presented a program of piano numbers at one of the out- standing events of the year. The students and faculty enjoyed meet- ing Dr. and Mrs. Robbins after the concert at a reception which was held in the Senior Room. Drama, sports events, and other interesting parties supplied entertainment on the remaining Friday nights of the year. ngh Spotlight Assembly World famous artists were presented at our Spotlites this year. Musicians will long remember the Hallelujah Quartet under the direction of Norris J. Stokes. This group depicted phases of south- ern life in which the Negro has had a most familiar part. Lois Fisher, cartoonist and author, presented a cartoon-illus- trated dramatization of her book, Bill and His Neighbors, which deals with the problem of race and religious prejudice from a psychological point of view. William Kilgore, secretary of the Fox Valley hlanufacturers Association, gave us a graphic as well as oral presentation of main- taining the American way of life. Mary Graves of Chicago aided us in looking with insight into our own lives with her talk, HYou and Your Worldfi It appears to have become a tradition to have Sam Campbell come to us annually to interpret to us the meaning of nature with his movies and talk. Other spotlites such as the one featuring Colonel Rhys Davies, 0. B. E, P. S. 0., Legion of Honor and the one which launched the Campus Fund Drive under the direction of Louia Gransee were appreciated for their Civic value. A broadening educational experience, our spotlites featured informative programs and entertainment. The selections for our spotlites were under the chairmanship of Jean Mclver. Lois Firher Religious Emphasis Week The speaker for the daily ser- vices of Religious Emphasis Week this year was Dr. M. Ray McKay, who is pastor of the Second Bap- tist Church in Little Rock, Arkan- sas. His skilled presentation held the interest of the students as they thought on spiritual things. Many were helped and strengthened by the personal conferences with Dr. McKay. Not only did Dr. McKay speak at the daily chapel services, but also he talked to the Student Christian Association group, to the Theological Club, to the Foreign Missions Fellowship, to the Menis Dorm group, and t0 the Offs Campus Women. The Annual Religious Emphasis Week at Aurora College took place during the week of February 19-23. The general Chairman of the Religious Emphasis Week program was Asa Colby. A number of student committees helped plan the music, literature, and pub- licity to make this week a success. A spectacular piece of publicity was the booth containing the overHowing pitchers, symbolic of the rivers of water. Dr. Ethel Tapper was chairman of the committee for devotional literature which was on display in the main corridor of Eckhart Hall. Students and faculty members purchased many desirable books from this display for their own personal use. Student members of the planning committee included Robert Merritt, Wes- ley Hartley, Robert Cole, Jean Wood, Earl Crouse, Elaine Knight, James Hickey, Jodeen Fitzgerald, Edward Young, Donald Lindo, Helen Stephens, George Polhill, and Marilyn Bohy. Other stu- dents, not in this committee, participated in sub committees and in chapel services. A general spiritual uplift was felt during this week and carried over throughout the remainder of the year. azsa Woman's Day HThe Howers that bloom in the Spring, was the theme of the Woments Day. Pansies, daffodils, lilies, and roses decorated the gym where the ladies in their finest array enjoyed a Southern fried chicken dinner. The talent of some of the women students provided an after-dinner entertainment. 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Em m hm, Mw e PRESIDENT AND PRESIDENT- EMERITUS President Stephens this year wrestled with the problem of how Aurora College could best serve its young people. Realizing that the exploration of bet- ter ways of teaching values has large educational significance, President Ste- phens this year gave his leadership to a group of Aurora College teachers who worked intensively on this instructional emphasis. Like his predecessor, Dr. Orin Roe Jenks, who for many years has given un- selfishly of his strength to promote Au- rorais interests, President Stephens has brought to the heavy demands of the college presidency a spirit of Christian service. In January, 1951, his chapel address, HHis Hand on Your Shoulderf epitomized the humility and faith with which Theodore P. Stephens, in a difii- cult year, looks ahead to a useful future for Aurora College. -23.. Perhaps the cardinal advantage of a small liberal arts college is the intimate relationship of the student with his teachers. At Aurora College this advantage is supplemented. Not only is personal at- tention given in the Classroom but it is also the purpose of the college to assist in the development of the total person- ality. This theory is implemented by persons of Christian conviction who are con- vinced that the hours spent in sympa- thetic counseling guide young people to wholesome concepts of serviceable liv- ing. The two persons on the campus who perhaps most nearly personified these ideals this year were our two counseling deans, Mrs. Elizabeth S. Knechtel and Mr. Harold A. Cooprider. Their coun- seling duties were supplemented by such things as Mrs. Knechtelis active part in the social functions of the college women such as VVomenis Day and Mr. Coop- rider's enthusiastic participation in in- tramural games. OUR COUNSELING DEANS Our Faculty Character and scholarship are the ideals of Aurora College. These ideals must be gained individually but they can be observed collectively in the persons of our faculty members. The scholarship is witnessed not only by the Ph.D's on the faculty register, but by those Who are still engaged in graduate study. To observe the character of these persons is not difiicult. It is evidenced in student-counselor conferences encouraged by this years new mid-quarter grading system, and student-faculty sports of which the annual Thanksgiving Day football game is an example. The personal contact between faculty and students at Aurora is signally close. Whether one is Cheering beside the Pfeiffers at a football game, playing opposite Mark Trumbo in a volley ball eon- test, or being entertained by the Faculty Quartet at a Christmas party, he is impressed by the fellowship between the instructors and students. These ideals are immutable in one sense, but to uphold them in a changing world a progressive attitude is needed, and this atti- tude is shown by our faculty in their attendance at conferences of educators and the research conducted this year under the direction of Dr. Ralph W. Tyler of the University of Chicago. Left to right, Iirst row: Clarence Smith, Doris Colby, Ethel Tatper, Frances Preslar, Sonya Spiesman, iMadge Finlze, Frances iMundell, Theodora Simlen, Hlice Walker, Eleanore iMcFarlane, Dorothy Grouse, Isobel Pfeiffer; second row: Gerald Rirhardson, Jlarlz Trumbo, Moses Grouse, Clyde He- u'itt, Carl Selin, Iiarold Cooprider, Slanley Perry, Samuel thFarJane, Laverne Gillaey, Theodore Stephens, ?Villiam Tliornboruugh, James Crimi, x1311 Colby, Robert Pfeiffer, Phillip Lewis, Barron Knechtel. lilorkinl on the Railroadll Legreeh zit the gamell Alzlsic and poetry What will we remember about our faculty several years from now? Will it be their individual teaching techniques? Will we see them sitting behind a desk or delivering a lecture? We may think of all of this but many of us will remember other things. We will never forget the genial Faculty Quartet and their antics at Homecoming and the Christmas party. President Stephens, who holds everyone in rapt attention in chapel, will be equally well imagined, focusing his serious attention on a football game. Welll see Carl Selin with his warm friendly smile. Welll remember Doris Colby maintaining peace and quiet in the library and playing deftly 0n the Hammond organ. We'll think back on all these and others, and welll remember the spirit that is Aurora College. e31e The A. C. Staffs tJFFICE STAFFS LJBRARY STAFF IDININtifiALL STAFF NLMNTENANCE STAFF Our life on the college campus, like life at home, depends for its smooth and pleasant functioning upon the service activities that keep us warmed and fed, reasonably cleany and conveniently sup- plied with the things we need for our work or play. The staff of the OHices, library, dining hall, and maintenance departments include both students and full-time workers. We take their work for granted when it is well done, and gripe a bit when it falls below par. They sell us stamps, cash our checks from home, ditto our exams, and supply us with the right books and a quiet place to study. They sweep our buildings, clean the snow off our walks, repair the things we break, and brighten the daily menu with cherry pie or hot cross buns. Their work is done faithfully and with good will. They make a real contribution to life on the Aurora campus. ..32t. College Church In Pastor Shaw Very soon after the plug is slipped into the base- board outlet, the burnished copper face of the heater begins to glow cheerily: little fingerlings of heat slowly feel their way throughout the room, making it a haven from the nostril-pinehing cold of the night. Simply connecting the little heater to a source of power makes it a warm friend. Life provides many outlets of power to make our personalities and characters glow with friendliness and service. Our college Church is such a source of power. It invites students to connect their personalities into one or more of its Vital outlets: the regular services, the choir teaching and administrative responsibilities in the Sun- day school, special committee work, the young peopleis program, pastoral assistance. In the spring of 1947 the Shaws came to Aurora, and their contribution to the spiritual phase of our living has been very meaningful. In addition to his conven- tional pastoral work, Mr. Shaw has made one day each week available to students for special counseling. n33n Gold Ivy Leaf Awards Gold is valued for its rarity and beauty. Thus, the gold of the ivy leaf is an appropriate symbol for high scholastic attainment. In a world prone to honor strength, wealth, and cleverness we do well to reserve this moment and this place to recognize those 1951 graduates who have achieved an unusual measure of success in the business of learning. Academic pursuits have competed with employment, student government and activities, and family life for their time. They have achieved success in these activities, and still have counted the pursuit of learning worthy of their efforts. They honor themselves, their class, and their college. Left to right, sealed: Jean i110- Iver, Jileen Smith, Beverly Pattie; standing: Don Tinker, Carl Jlagoon, Louis Sfllallll, Wesley Ilartley. On the Aurora College campus there are many opportunities for students to dedicate their time and abilities to worthy ventures. A group of seven seniors who have willingly shared their talents and assumed responsibilities in student affairs have been awarded the distinction of being represented in the 1951 edition of IVhok Who in American Univerxitiex and Colleges. Wesley Hartley has contributed signihcantly to the literary, musical and dramatic activities of the campus. He was editor of The Pharos and coyeditor of the Aurora Borealis. Jean Mclver, during her senior year, was president of the Womenis Athletic Association, president of Wilkinson Hall, and feature editor of the Aurora. Borealis. Carl Magoon has been manager of a Talent Show, Chairman of 1950 Homecoming, and president of the Senior Class. Beverly Pottle has been active in dramatics, music, sports, and has served as Social Chairman of the Students, Association. Louis Schaub has made his inHuence felt in promoting Class and club activities, in dramatics, and as prize winner in the 1950 literary contest of Wings of the Dawn. Aileen Smith has given her artistic talent and her enthusiasm to many activities. She has served as president of the Womenis Athletic Association and of the OH Campus Women. 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The Senate enlarged its membership this year by the admis- sion of the Social Science Club as a participating organization. Increased financial problems in some ways limited the activities of the group but despite this handicap the size of the Borealis was increased and in general was a more professional newspaper. In discussions held at their regular meetings several necessary and desirable constitutional changes were considered and approved by the students. The date for the election of officers was moved back to the eighth week of the winter quarter. Officers were in- stalled at the beginning of the spring quarter. Quarter attendance qualihcations for office were likewise reduced one quarter. These amendments have as a purpose gaining experience for the new oHi- cer by working side by side with the former holder of the office. e38a Leadership Training Group The Leadership Training Group, sponsored by the Students Association Senate and the Administration with Dr. Hewitt as director, held six sessions in the spring of this year. The group included, specihcally, all elected oflicers 0f the various student organ- izations but was open to all who were interested in this type of training. The Class sessions were divided into two types: the general topics including, llThe Challenge of Leadershipfl llThe Responsibilities of Leadership, and llThe Psychology of Leadershipll; and the more specihc discussions centering around HThe Problems of Aurora College Leadershipfy and llThe Techniques of Leadership: The various aspects of leadership were discussed by a different faculty member at each class session. Those participating were: T. P. Stephens, E. S. Knechtel, O. O. Singleterry, G. F. Richardson, M. H. Trumbo, and C. E. Hewitt. This course has been especially significant this year since, under the new system of electing OHicers in the spring, it included those who will hold responsible positions of leadership during the follow- ing year. Publications The Aurora Borealis, our attractive and diversified student newspaper, expanded to a larger size this year. Innovations were started such as the Creative Writing Corner, the Dirty Towels, and Take It From Norwood. A high standard of quality was established under the leadership of editor, Joann Linder and faculty advisor, Mrs. Theodora Sinden. When Joann transferred to another school, Wesley Hartley and Howard Beemer became co-editors of the paper and continued to maintain a high quality paper. The eHicient and enthusiastic staff met Monday nights to proofread copy, write head- lines, and prepare the dummy for the weekly issues. Jean McIver was in Charge of feature writing; Bob Cole laid out the sports page for the first two quarters and Paul Jaffarian did it in the spring; the coeds, as they were known, planned the make-up for the rest of the paper. The Borealis has a regular subscription list of friends and alumni and holds an exchange With publications of other colleges. Under the leadership of Joan Marshall, the Junior class created this book. Leslie Jewett, handling finances, divided the Juniors into teams headed by Elaine Knight, Shirley Holt, William An- drews, Mildred Gabrielsen, Maxine Hlaughlandg and himself. While the teams worked on the finances, J0 Marshall and Don Lussky went to work on the dummy, and photographers, Dick Roth- rock and Paul Jaffarian began Clicking away at Clubs, parties, and athletic events. Then, the literary editors, Dorothy Gransee and Mabel Graves, began work on the copy. Bob Cole tackled the sports section, with Wanda Baker assisting in womenTs athletics. IVIildred Gabrielsen, glue and scissors in hand, assembled photos, copy, and Sally WalzT art work. Add to this Holice TurnbowTs creation, the patron card, advice from Mrs. Colby and other faculty members, and the financial assistance of many friends and businessmen, and the result, The 1951 Pharos. Publications' Staff Pictures Aurora Borealis Std'g Left to right, first row: Throdora Simlen, Editor Joann Linder; Jean JIt'Iwr; second row: Paul Jafflzrian, Howard Prarter, Bob Cole, 14711111!!! Baker, Howard Brewer, PVesle Hartley, Jark Tyndall. Pharos Slay?- Left to riylzt, 191va row: Doris Colby, LPKvlif Jewell, Jami Jlar- slmll, Donald leky; .vevoml ro-w: Jlabel Graves, Jlildrwl Gabrirlsen, Paul Jaffm'ian, Robrrt Cole, Dorothy Grtlnxw, WQInzla Baker. STUDENT CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION The weekly Tuesday night meetings of the Student Christian Association this year proved to be inspirational because of the many interesting speakers, chosen both from our own faculty and from outside sources. The chaplain from the Joliet prison, the Religious Emphasis week speaker, Dr. M. Ray McKay, and gospel teams from other schools were some of the highlights of the year. The first meeting of each quarter was a communion service. The annual fall retreat was held on a Sunday afternoon, October 22, when the group met in the chapel at Naperville Seminary for a devotional service. They returned to the Aurora College church for a buffet supper. Gospel teams were sent out regularly to churches in Aurora and neighboring towns. A special project, which was supervised by the Student Christian Association for the first time this year, was the Campus Fund. The drive, headed by Louia Gransee, used as its theme, ffExpressing Thanks Through Giving.w THEOLOGICAL CLUB The Ministerial Group of the Theological Club was more active this year than in the past and, under the leadership of Louia Gransee, met every other Sunday night. The first Sunday of every month, experienced religious workers were invited to speak to the ministerial students and gave them valuable suggestions applicable to the new minister. The fellowship hours at alternate meetings were varied, including devotional periods, participation by various members of the group, and discussions about problems which pre- sent themselves to the minister. A special project of the group this year was the forming of a menTs chorus. FOREIGN MISSIONS FELLOWSHIP Foreign Missions Fellowship, composed of missionary candi- dates and others interested in the missionary enterprise, met weekly under the leadership of its president, Tommy Johnson and program chairman, Lyril Kirby. Missionary speakers, returned from various parts of the world met with the group. Other meetings featured student speakers and two meetings every month were given to inter- cessory prayer for world missions. Many projects were attempted by the group such as collecting and sending literature and clothing to China and Japan, collecting cancelled postage stamps, the profits from which were used for missions, and maintaining a shelf in the library featuring missionary literature. ..4ze Theological Club Foreign Minion: Fellowship Sludenl Chrixfian dssociation Clubs The Modern Language Club presented many unusual programs this year. Mrs. Humiston brought them a travelogue 0n Mexico and later in the fall, Ethel Perry gave a talk on Paris. Throughout the winter quarter, a series of seven motion pic- tures, staged in Canada and France, was shown. The German de- partment gave an interesting program of German music with biographical sketches of the composers during this quarter. The annual excursion to Chicago, in the spring, included a visit to the Art Institute, dinner at Le Petit Gourmet, and a viewing of Cyrano a'e Bergerac. The final program featured a French play, a Spanish fiesta, and a German musical. The Creative Writing Club was under the leadership of presi- dent, Beryl Norwood; vice president, Howard Beemer; secretary, Margaret Singleterry; treasurer, Wesley Hartley; senate repre- sentative, Douglas Norwood. Fall activities included a spaghetti supper, at which members read original writings, and a Christmas musical program under the direction of Miss Preslar. Mrs. Clyde Hewitt told many of her experiences as police reporter at a meeting in the winter quarter. Jean MCIver served as editor of the annual publication of the club, Wings of the Dawn. The student body con- tributed to the publication on a tag day. Ethel Perry was business manager. The Social Science Club, advised by Dr. Sonya F. Spiesman, is the newest campus organization. Sponsoring such spotlites as the ttU. N. DayH program, the talk by Mary Graves, educator, and others, this group contributed to an awareness of the world today and provided activity for those interested in Social Science. The executive committee this year was made up of the following: presi- dent, Stuart Johnson; vice president, Donald Albert; secretary, Peter Jung; treasurer, Arthur Kyser; publicity manager, Howard Beemer. This group was responsible for planning the program of the club for the year. Mrs. Pearl Rayburn, director of the childrenTs division of the Kane County Court, spoke at a tea given by the club. a44a Niedern Language Club Crealiwe lVriling Clu 17 Social Science Club .g 4 m M V I if? v w..w OFF-CAMPUS WOMEN The Off-Campus Women, under the leadership of its president, Helen Stephens, sponsored several unique projects this year. At Christmas time, gifts, a tree, dinner and clothing were taken to a poor family in Aurora. A potluck supper to which all oH-campus men were invited proved to be so successful that the idea was re- peated during Religious Emphasis week, when Dr. M. McKay was guest speaker. Town-dorm peanut week ended with a potluck supper followed by a Christmas program in which various OCWls took part. Aileen Smith was sent as a representative of the group to attend a meeting of college women which took place in Rockford, Illinois on February 3. WILKINSON HALL WOMEN There were 39 women in Wilkinson Hall this year from all over the nation. With Jean Mclver as their president, they held regular dorm meetings, had dorm parties, and entertained the OCWls who were overnight guests of the dorm women at the close of the dorm-town peanut week. As a group the women worked on a float for the Homecoming parade, and the senior breakfast which was given in the spring of this year. They held open house twice, once at Homecoming and once on Womenls Day. Previous to this year the dorm has been a member of the Students Association but this year they voted to withdraw and become an independent organi- zation. DTAVIS HALL, BARRACKS MEN The resident men of the college were under the guidance of Mr. Harold Cooprider, counseling dean of men, this year. After the usual pleasant introduction to the most used thoroughfare in Davis Hall, the fire escape, the men settled into the family group with Mrs. Osborne as housemother. Some of the activities of the group this year included a Christmas party given for the girls, a snowball fight with the men of Spartan Terrace, and answering the telephone on rare occasions. The efforts of several of the men im- proved the skating rink and made possible outdoor sports activity. Don Albert was the president of this group with Leslie Jewett act- ing as treasurer. -46a Spartan Drama Guild Enthusiastic actors! The elected omeers of the Guild during the past year were master, Joan Marshall; associate master, Robert Cole; and scribe, Jean McIver. The Guild participated in TTClub Nightii at the be- ginning 0f the fall quarter and at another meeting, discussed the plans for the year under the direction of Professor Stanley H. Perry, the Guildis advisor. The members of the play production class in- vited the Guild to attend one of its special class sessions one fall evening and served a pancake supper. The class meeting included a practical demonstration of the art of make-up by Professor Perry and an informative discourse on stage lighting by Keith Williams, Sr. The major project of the Spartan Drama Guild in past years has been an annual Shakespearian production. This year, however, the Guild produced a three act mystery play, Drums of Death, under the expert direction of Professor Perry. Keith Williams, Sr. was in Charge of stage lighting which was an especially important factor for effect in this play. Thomas Boyd assisted with the set and Joseph Robinson was prompter during rehearsals. Drums of Death, given at the beginning of the Spring quarter, was a successful production, according to the critics. Heavy mystery hung over the battered mansion in the swamp in Louisiana at the beginning of the play. The mystery was lightened by the comedy parts as the play moved to a welletimed, happy ending. e48h Presents Drums of Death CELESTE, an octoroon servant .............................................................. Beverly Pottle SHELDON HARLEY, manager of the Bailey property ..................... Wesley Hartley JULES, a Haitian negro ................................................................................ Robert Cole NIRS. OAKLEY, the housekeeper ............................................................... Ethel Perry RlRS. GILLETTE, Mr. Bailey's sister .................................................. Joan Marshall EUGENIA BOWLES, a distant relative ............................................. Madeline Rowe AMELIA GILLETTE, Mrs. Gillettek granddaughter ........................ Doreen Morey NEWTON COOPER, the county sheriff ................................................ Carl Magoon DOCTOR CAMERON, a midnight visitor ............................................ David Morris PAULA BAILEY, IVIr. Baileys granddaughter ............................. NIildred Gabrielsen Aurora College Choir 5? Left to right, hrs! row: Beverly Pattie, Doreen tWorey, Elaine Krziyht, Ethel Perry, XVIerline WIMP, Shirley Schiedler Mortensen, Lois Miller, Jean Wood, Betty Pierce, Jean tMclver, Miss Preslar, dirn- tor; second row: Gordon Forbes, Barbara Brygs, Nettie Shell, Patricia Danielson, Alarilyn Bally, Shirley Holt, Dorothy Gramee; third row: William Prive, Weldon Holland, Holice Turnbo'w, Wladeline Rowe, 1Wm-yaret Chambers, Lyril Kirby, Donald Lussky, Ray Lidecka, Garland Jhtz; fourth row: Roger Prim, Bob Gemmer, Rivlmrtl COXIPF, Louia Gransee, Fret! Supp, Duane Lucas, Herbert Brown, Paul Jaffarian, Alartin Jlortmsm, Wesley Hartley. The Aurora College Choir, under the direction of Nliss Frances Preslar, started the yearhs activities by electing as their oHicers: president, Elaine Knight; vice president, Wesley Hartley; secre- tary, Beverly Pottle; treasurer, Barbara Beggs; librarian, Weldon Holland. The choirhs first activity was to participate in the Thanks- giving Union Service at the First Presbyterian Church. On Aurora College Night at the Advent Christian Church, the choir gave a short program. Selections by the choir have been presented in several chapel services. Before Christmas the choir had a party at the home of Shirley Schiedler in Batavia. Games and television made up the program. Refreshments were served near the end of the evening. The Barlered Bride by Smetana was presented in the spring of the year. Mrs. Naden and Miss Sherwood assisted Miss Preslar in directing the music and Mr. Perry helped with the costuming and staging. -- 50a PresentsiThe Bartered Bride Fran 61's Preslar Choir Director Krushina, a peasant ........ Donald Lussky Ludmilla, his wife ....... Madeline Rowe Marie, their daughter ....... Elaine Knight Micha, a landowner .......... Ray Lidecka Hata, his wife ........... . . Jean Mclver Vashek, their son ........ Weldon Holland Jenik, Miehais sonea former marriage Louia Gransee Kezal, the village marriage broker Wesley Hartley Esmeralda, a member of the troupe Ethel Perry Chorus .......... the Aurora College Choir eye Junior Class Left to riglzi, first row: Betty Tzzrker, Bill dndrews, Joyce Kitty, Eugene Snyder, Shirley Holt, Jlabrl Graves, Georg? Pollu'll, Elaine Knight, Lyril Kirby, Dr. Clyde Heusirt: swam! row: Ben Butterfieltl, .lliltlred Gabrielsen, Neil Brawn, Sally Walz, Don Lussky, Beth Nelzring, Orland Gib- bons, Shirley Jlortenxen, Ilolire Turnbo'w; third row: Bill Srllmle, Dick Thorpe, Joann Linller, lVillarrl Samples, Jlaxine Hauyhlmld, Clio Thomas, Joan J1arshalJ, Bob Cole; fourth row: Lex Stahler, Harry Cureton, Ralph Russ, Bill Priug Paul Jttffarian, William Lerhnick, fIllan Black. This year the Junior Class was the smallest Class in school. It was hit hard by the recall of reservists and by transfers. A new elec- tion of oHicers was held in the fall to iill the many vacancies. The ofiicers elected were: president, Bill Andrews; vice president, Mabel Graves; secretary, Maxine Haughland; treasurer, Betty Tucker; activities Chairman, Mildred Gabrielsen. The class entered a colorful Heat in the Homecoming Parade under the supervision of Paul Jaffarian. Ben Butterfield directed the production of the inter-class play, TTPotluckW A year-long activity was the publication of the school annual, The Pharos with editor, Joan Marshall and business manager, Leslie Jewett. In January the Juniors gave an all school TtbackwardsT7 party for the Freshmen. Spring was a busy season. The Class sponsored the Junior- Senior Retreat, the Baccalaureate Tea, and under the chairmanship of Don Lussky, the Junior-Senior Banquet. Sophomore Class Left to right, first row: Virginia Lee, Bob Culbertson, Ethel Perry, Garland JIetz, Paula Smith, Ken Devlin, Jlarilyn Weiland, Tom Johnson, Nancy Bunk, Bil! Corkimlale, Laverne Gilfeey; .vn'oml row: Jlerlyn Perkins, Bob Gemmrr, Edith Jluxlzruslz, James llivkey, Shirley Lucas, Glenna Baker, JIadeline Rowe, Walter Baurle, Leila Fowler, Leonard Simom, Florence Iloyt, John Smith, Jim Smith: third row: Richard Davey, Jlargaret Chambers, Edward ribbott, Fern Srhrader, Thomas Stephens, JIH'JoInP Jlare, Rirlmrd Zelazny, ddalinr Kotvarlz, Boyd Potler, Barbara Smith, Don Jlare, Jru'k deall: fourth row: Charles Rfllfiflll, Joe Brooks, Jane! Rrbmmm, Traz'ix Curler, Patsy Corbett, Howard Prorfer, Jlargaret Singleterry, Frank Hopkinx, Clmnles Bolster, Smffonl Thomas, Richard Salter. The omcers 0f the Sophomore class for this past year were: president, Donald Mace; vice president, Joe Brooks; secretary, Fern Shrader; treasurer, Howard Procter; activities Chairman, Margaret Singleterry. For the inter-class play contest, the Sophomores gave a success- ful presentation of the fantasy, The White Lawn? directed by Howard Procter. A contrary weatherman cancelled the all-Sophomore sleigh ride Which had been planned. In the winter quarter, however, the Class officers planned a HShipwreck PartyH which was held in the gym for the whole school. Shirley Lucas was Chairman of the game committee and Paula Smith planned the refreshments. A pie- eating contest, games, weird costumes, and food made this party a huge success. The yearts activities ended with members of the class as hosts and hostesses at the May Breakfast. e53e Freshman Class Left to riyht, ,Erst row: Ronald Thomas, 1144mm Frederickson, Donald dzlams, Diane Nodruff, Weldon Holland, Prof. Stanley Perry, Jean Wood, Robert Buryrss, Ray Lidevka, Donald Jameson, Charles Redman; second row: Frederick Jlorrison, Richard Babb, Duane Lucax, Jmlren Fitz- gerald, Glenn Jleyers, Peggy Preslar, Rivhard Cotter, Lois J'IiJler, Ronald Salfisbrrg, Walter Hoffman, Richard Powell; third row: Edgar Lucas, Barbara Beggs, Frederick Robinson, Donna Lucas, Joseph Robinson, Dorothy Corleimlule, Elias 'I'heodoropulos, Kathleen chClure, Dirk Wil- liams, Joanne-Luettich, David Jeree; fourth ro'w.' Hubert King, Patrhtia Edwards, William PVright, Jo Dannewitz, JIarvin Friman, Elizabeth dllen, John Findlay, Ruth .llarrus, Jlonly Connery, Grace Jltltteson, Howard Little; fifth row: Donald Kipp, Betty Piercey Gail Thwiny, Doreen Jlorey, Trary Gray, June Little, Edward Young, Reta Zimmerman, Divle Bonebuvk, Doris Kellogy, Chuck Schumachrr: sixth row: J. B. Goddard, fMarilyn Bohy, Thomas Johnston, Nettie Shell, Charles Cain, Ruth Gronquist, ?Villiam Duty, Patricia Danielson, Fred Sapp, Jr. September 25 saw the beginning of college for the freshman class, with a New Student Day. The following week was a rush of taking tests, being registered, painting their numerals on Davis Hall, having a formal reception, and a trip to Camp Rude for a field day. On December 2, the prize cup was awarded to the Freshmen for their presentation of hThe Valiant? in the inter-Class play contest. After the beginning of the winter quarter, they were honored guests at an all school party given by the Juniors. 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Md .sixuvr. um; z:- lxrhrm! pruler u m1: ITTJX, AHw pmw: . 3. . ,E s? , H Ygfr f x KW! zxjmi m T I 5iJ$nIL A x: nw- .L W M waw I T m Mia Paw T 2.5 MEN FOR EVERY WOMAN ON CAMPUS 312:: xhnr'; Tumuf h ngH, 3 mg - ., H'Lwil i 'rwz Km u: y In, , . n:th 4x 1TH 'zifv 29H .in m a Han FootbaH Left to right: First row: Boldebuck, Jaffarian, Sa mples, Greger, Pittman, Forbes, Healy, Gray. Second row: Roberts, Richardson, Cusic, Jhdlinger, Nelson, Coffey, Brawl, Wood, Brown, Flickey, Coach Gilkey. Third row: Coach Selin, Belzrens, Hargis, Towne, Hansen, Cole, Young, Devlin, Lucas, Jlagoon, 41161111, Randall. Not in pirture: Zelazny, Flrfrlzer, Smith, Schmnarller, managers Pope, Gemmer. The Spartans Opened the 1950 football season with pre-school practice on Patterson Field. The season really got underway with the hrst week of school. The team, coached by Laverne Gilkey and Carl Selin, had fourteen returnees from former years. The squad had 28 men at the seasonTs close. Roy Modlinger was captain. Aurora 0, Wisconsin Extension 7. The opening game of the season was TtThank You Aurora Dayv but the Ramblers stopped us on the ground and took to the air for the win. Aurora 0, Mission House 34. The eventual champions of the league crushed us in the second game. The Aurora attack did not click in the mud and Muskie aerials rained us under. Aurora 6, St. Procopius 19. Traveling for the fxrst road game, we scored our first TD, 21 pass from Behrens to Young. The Card- inals sparked by Fazekas won their first game in three years. Aurora 6, Milton 34-. Again no pass defense and we lost our T56.. first night game away. Wood scored our only touchdown. The tall Milton ends were too good and fast. Aurora 6, Navy Pier 20. Homecoming, and the Spartans played one of their best games all year. The Illini outweighed us tremen- dously and won by sheer strength of numbers. Nelson scored our lone TD on a sleeper play with seconds to go. Aurora 14, Northwestern 24. Improving steadily the Spartans gave the second place Goslings a scare. In the final period Wood went wild scoring 13 points. One TD was a beautiful 85 yard kick- off return through the entire Northwestern team. Aurora 16, Concordia 7. Going on the road to Concordia to play the last game the Spartans came up with a victory. The first TD was by Mead in the opening moments of play. After Concordia tied the score, Forbes kicked a field goal from the five. The final score was a 23 yard naked reverse run by Pittman that fooled every- one on the field. Although the Spartans ended in last place with a record of one victory and five defeats in the conference, they placed guard Gene Cusic on the All-Conference team. Tackle and captain, Roy Mod- linger and fullback Roger Wood missed selection by only one or two votes. ' Letters were awarded at a football banquet on December 5. Tye Roy Modlinger, a senior and four year man, of North Adams, Masachusetts, was selected as captain of the fOOtball team after the second game. Roy was one of the toughest linemen 0f the team as opposing linemen can testify. He narrowly missed selection on the All-Conferenee team this year. Royis deep interest in athletics and his group loyalty are evident in his other activities. He is an energetic member of the Varsity Club. He also took the responsibility of running conces- sions at the basketball games, making possible a banquet for the team. q r Left to right: Carl Magoon, Don Dillenburg, Barney Behrens, Roy zModJinger, Laverne Gilkey, Gene Cusic, Ed Greyer, Carl Selin. These six men were the mainstay veterans of the football team this year. Carl Magoon of Seattle, Washington, saw action at center. Don Dillenburg, junior guard, left the squad before the season to rejoin the Marine reserves. He is now in the Orient. Barney Behrens of Aurora played at quarterback and did the passing. Roy Modlinger of North Adams, Massachusetts, was team captain; he played tackle. Gene Cusic and Ed Greger, both of Aurora, played at guards. Gene was selected on the All-Conference first team. 53; Intramurals VOLLEYBALL AND PING-PONG Under the leadership of Carl Selin, new director of physical education, a Vigorous program, of intramural sports was initiated this fall. The first sport in the spotlite was volleyball. Eight teams were entered in the competition. Games were played on Monday and Thursday nights and were thrill packed with action and excitement. The Faculty entry emerged with an untarnished record of seven wins and n0 losses while the Foxes led by Chambers, Berg, and Kearney were the leading student team with hve victories and one loss. The Hustlers were next with a three and two record followed by the Maritimers at three and three. The Snaptraps, Freshman team, won three and lost four; they were followed by the Hot Rods with three and five; the Varsity entry with two and five and the Sophomores with one win and seven defeats. At the end of the season a single elimination tournament was held. The Sophomores, who had won only one game all season, came through to upset the Faculty and Maritimers to meet the Foxes in the finals. The Foxes won, for the title, 15-11 and 15-4. Next sport to gain the light was ping pong. Games were played in three divisions, singles, doubles, and mixed doubles. In the mixed doubles division Lorraine Dillenburg and Harley Pope won the title with a five game decision over Helen Stephens and Bob Farrow. Victors in the doubles section were Bill Andrews and Leslie Jewett with a hotly contested 14-21, 24-22, 21-17, 19-21, 24-22 victory over the battling redheads Glenn Meyers and Bob Brodie. Finalist in the singles division were Bill Andrews, victor over Dick Abramson in five games, and Leslie Jewett, three game con- queror of Herb Fechner, last years champion. Bill defeated Les 21-13, 24-22, and 23-21 to win the title of ping pong Champion of Aurora College. As champion Bill Andrews won the privilege of representing Aurora College in the All-American College Ping Pong Champion- ships which were held in Chicago during the month of May. 2592 lntramurals BASKETBALL A basketball league got underway with the commencement of winter quarter. Seven teams were organized for intramural play. The Fac- ulty-Alumni were invincible with their height and the speed and experience of former varsity stars. VVallins Bombers got off to a fast start with five wins, including one over the Draft Dodgers. The Dodgers came back, however, to defeat the Bombers twice and win the title. Draft Dodgers ............. 8 2 VVallins Bombers ........... 6 3 Giant Killers ............... 5 5 Castoffs.,..i.........i.....3 7 Conditioned Kids ........... Z 6 Little Foxes ................ 0 9 Faculty-Alumni ............. 8 0 In the single elimination pOSt-season tour- ney the Faculty-Alumni defeated the Draft Dodgers 4-6 to 38 and Wallins Bombers elim- inated the Giant Killers 36 to 33. The Faculty licked the Bombers 53 to 38 in the finals. The Draft Dodgers, as representatives of Aurora College intramural basketball, met the winner of St. ProcopiusT intramural basketball league. The Draft Dodgers were defeated by a 52 to 47 count. One of the exciting events of the intramural season was the Varsity-All Star game on March 1. Allen and Kearney, Wallins Bombers; Bol- ster, Castoffs; Mead, Draft Dodgers; and Car- ter, Little Foxes, were the five starters picked by the managers of the various teams. Seven others were also Chosen to represent the intra- murals. Dick Allen led the All Stars with eight buckets and four free throws while Bob Brodie paced the Varsity with nine buckets and two scotch tosses. The Varsity won 69 to 52. ewe Intramurals Softball started in the middle of April. While the players whacked the ball around, the spec- tators sat huddled in overcoats. Five teams en- tered competition on the diamond which had been relocated at the southwest corner of Pat- terson Field near the Music Building. Fam- iliar names such as Fox Chamberls Big Foxes, the formidable Terrace Terrors and the Draft Dodgers reappeared. The emphasis at this time was definitely on hitting and running. Other teams in the league were Simon Selin's Out- casts and Bob Merrittls Pirates. An attractive and unusual feature of the in- tramural program this year was the unlimited opportunity for individual sports that could be enjoyed by a small group. Contests were spon- sored not only in table tennis but in badminton, where singles, doubles, and mixed doubles divi- sions were set up, tennis, and horseshoes. The press of spring quarter events prevented the completion of all these plans but much bene- ficial competion was engendered. Much interest was aroused in the area of track and field. A physical education course was given in this Held and plans were laid to participate in some track events during May. Golf was played on an intercollegiate as well as on an intramural basis. Phil Lewis coached the team, whose home course was the Fox Valley Country Club. Dick Davey, Gerald Berg, and Dick VVallin were returning lettermen. Other players were Jack Witte, Don Kipp, George Groh, and Marvin Friman. On the basis of an early victory over Concordia the golf team was expected to have quite a successful season as they played about a dozen matches. The con- ference golf meet was held here at Aurora on May 17. baa SOFTBALL GOLF Varsity Club Left to right, hrst row: Will Samples, Roy Jlaromber, Jim Smith, Carl Jlagoon, Ken Devlin, Gen? Cusic, Chuck Schumacher; second row: Keith WiJliams, Harley Pope, Bob XVIerritt, Howie Towne, Dirk 14517111150 , Ed Greger, Paul Jaffarilm; third row: Dirk Kearney, Weldon Chambers, Flarold Cooprider, Bob Cole, Dick Zelazny, Bob Farrow, Royer 7001i, Dirk Boldebuck, Ell Young, Jim Pittman, Duane Lums, Roy JIotllinger, and Carl Selin. The Varsity Club is a social group of letter winners in inter- collegiate sports. Its oHicers at the beginning of the year were Bar- ney Behrens, president; Bob Merritt, viee-president; Bob Cole, secretary; and Harley Pope, treasurer. Behrens resigned his post after the fall quarter. Meetings of the club were held in the Senior Room. Refreshments were served and movies of sports events were featured. - The club sponsored a Hoat in the Homecoming Parade. I,ts motif was uWeTll Spread ,Em All Over The FieldfT After the game, all people interested in sports were invited to an informal gathering in the Senior Room before the banquet. Varsity Club members entered a volleyball team in the intra- mural league which won two games and lost five. The Varsity Club also sponsored an ice hockey game on the rink between Davis and Wilky. This game, played in sub-zero weather, resulted in a dead- lock at ten all. Other Varsity Club activities included the selection of an Athlete of the Year in the Spring and the staging of a Sportscapade evening on May 18. Basketba Left to right, first row: Gail Thwing, Ray Ballard, Don Keepers, Keith Williams, Coaches Laverne Gilkey and Carl Selin, Chuck Srhumarlzer, Ed Greger, Dick Boldebuck, Harley Pope, manager. Second row: Bob Gemmer, manager, Tom Johnson, Boll Brodie, iUerrill Bery, Weldon Chambers, Chuck Cain, Bill Wright, Ed Young, Don Jlnrr, Clio Thomas, and Glenn Jim'ers. The cage season opened on December 9 with a game against Wisconsin Extension on our home court. Coach Gilkey had five players back from last year and a flne turnout of new young blood. For the hrs't time in years we had height with Chuck Cain and Mer- rill Berg at forward, Fox Chambers at center, and Bob Brodie and Dick Boldebuck at guards. Reserves included speedy Don Keepers and Chuck Schumacher, deadeye Eddie Young and big Bill Wright. Despite this aggregation of material the Spartans were afflicted with slow starts and a low scoring average. They suffered six of their 15 defeats by seven points or less. The Spartans won only three conference games and one non-conference tilt. High point of the season was the sensational play of Bob Brodie. Bob, an intramural star last year, playing his first intercollegiate ball, won his way into the hearts of the Aurora fans. The slim red- head, arching his tosses with deliberate and deadly accuracy, scored 99 buckets and 86 free throws for a 284- point total. Another one year man was lanky Chuck Cain. Overcoming his awkwardness was a problem, but he grabbed many a rebound from the backboards and was the Spartansy third man in scoring with 156 points. Two Basketba Second high scorer and team captain was Weldon HFox Chambers. Weldon, a three year veteran of the boards, played an excellent game all year. Even though he missed the last three games he poured 64 baskets and 65 scotch tosses through the hoops for a 193 point total. High points of the season: Bob Brodiels 14 straight free throws at lVIilton; Eddie Youngls 26 points at Wisconsin Extension; the wild finish in the second George Williams contest; Fox Chambersl 22 points in the Concordia game; the last quarter rally against Navy Pier at East High; the beautiful shot of Glenn Mey- ers in the Elmhurst game; the thrill of that win at Northwestern. Aurora ended the season in sixth place but they placed Bob Brodie on the All-Conference first team and Fox Chambers on the second team. At the banquet after the season, letters were awarded to the following: Bob Brodie, Merrill Berg, Weldon Chambers, Chuck Cain, Bill Wright, Ed Young, Clio Thomas, Dick Boldebuck, Ed Greger, Chuck Schumacher, Don Keepers, and Ray Bullard. Harley Pope and Bob Gemmer were the managers. Assistant coach Carl Selin was also in Charge of a Jayvee squad. A. C. 49, Wisconsin Extension 56. Brodie got 16 and Chambers 14 points but we lost. A. C. 47, Bradley 71. The Spartans traveled to Peoria and were outclassed by Bradleyls frosh. A. C. 50, St. Procopius 62. Traveling again we collapsed in the last half to the Cards. A. C. 57, Elmhurst 66. The Blue Jays were hot. A. C. 37, Wisconsin Tech 48. On a weekend trip the Spartans gave the Miners their only VVln. A. C. 49, Northwestern 46. Brodie led the way to victory with 18 points. 464- Basketba A. C. 57, Navy Pier 59. We couldnTt catch them. A. C. 39, Mission House 45. The champs played ball control and licked us. A. C. 61, George Williams 71. We lost in Chicago. A. C. 60, Concordia 61. A great game but we didn1t get the breaks. A. C. 48, Elmhurst 94-. The Blue Jays swamp- ed us on their home court. A. C. 63, Northwestern 48. Cain led the win with 23 points, Chambers got 22. A. C. 55, Milton 60. The Spartans continued to lose on the road. A. C. 61, George Williams 60. Brodie hit 22 points. The finish was really exciting. A. C. 4-8, Concordia 61. Played at River Forest. A. C. 59, St. Procopius 4-6. Our fourth win, Brodie got 22 points again. A. C. 66, Wisconsin Extension 71. They had seven men. A. C. 4-9, Navy Pier 69. The Spartans missed the rebounding of captain Weldon Chambers. A. C. 68, Milton 79. The Hnal game went to the tall Wildcats. VARSITY SCORING FG FGA AVR. FT FTAAVR. P TP G Brodie ....................... 99 318 312 86 136 632 53 28+ 19 Chambers 236 271 65 92 707 60 193 16 Cain ............. 167 335 +4 80 550 57 156 19 Boldehuck .. 128 250 27 52 519 35 91 19 Berg .............................. 25 64- 391 31 56 620 51 81 19 Young ........ 9-1- 329 13 29 448 27 75 17 Keepers .......... 94- 245 20 38 526 39 66 17 Schumacher 49 224- 8 16 500 4-0 30 16 Wright ................ 6 21 286 9 20 4-50 17 21 16 Greger ............. 2 13 154 6 20 300 26 10 14- Bullard .. ...... 1 10 100 2 6 333 7 4- 10 Meyer .............. 1 2 500 0 O 2 2 2 Thomas .. ...... 1 6 167 0 5 000 2 2 5 34366 ............. 0 S 000 2 3 667 2 2 6 Williams ...... 0 0 1 0 1000 0 1 3 Johnson ............. O 0 0 0 0 0 2 Thwing ...................... 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 3531210 290 31+ 548 575 4181018 19 -65- Women's Athletic Association Left to right, 15ml row: ZthrytIret Chambers, Jlladeline Rowe, Pat Edwards, Betty HUM, Olive Smyllz; second row: Lorraine Dillenlmry, Janet Rebmann, Jean Jichrer, Jean Wood, Xileen Smith, Instructor Sarah Plemmons; third row: Joan Alarshall, PVamda Baker, Sylvia Lenard, Helen Stephens, Lois i'lliller, Elaine Knight, Illildred Gubrielmz, Barbara Smith, Beverly Pattie, Carole Ingersoll, Doreen XVIorey. The WomenTs Athletic Association, which is one of the newer and more active organizations on campus, successfully completed its third year. Its membership consisted of a majority of the college women. The elected cabinet of the WomenTs Athletic Association was made up of president, Jean McIver; vice president, Marilyn Weiland; secretary, Janet Rebmann; senate representative, Aileen Smith; freshman representative, Jean Wood. Co-recreational volleyball, in the fall quarter, was enjoyed by all participants. Another high light of the year was the badminton tournament during the winter quarter which supplemented basket- ball on Wednesday nights. Playday participation was another featured attraction of the athletic program. This year playdays were scheduled with Normal on January 20, and with DeKalb on March 10. In the spring tennis matches were played at North Central College as well as at home. a66ht Women's Athletic Association This year we lost many good athletes at graduation time. Among them were Jean Mclver, Helen Stephens, Beverly Pottlc, Aileen Smith, Olive Smyth, Lorraine Dillenburg, and Sylvia Lenard. The athletic program was rounded off with a banquet on May 23, in the Senior Room. Letters were given for first year awards, W.A.A. pins for second year awards and numerals for third year awards. The point system for these awards was based on sports participation throughout the year. Seniorx 11 Wednesday Night 'TGuard herV m67h Women's Athletics Under the capable guidance of their instructor, Sarah Plem- mons, the women of the college enjoyed their years sports program. The athletic program was large and varied. It included field hockey, tennis and volleyball in the fall quarter. For many of the participants, held hockey was a new experience but by the time the quarter was over they were really getting warmed up to the game. In the tennis class the advanced section gave the beginners a workout. The winter quarter was a whirl of basketball for everybody. When the teams were cut down to four in the class period, the players had to give their all to win. Badminton Class was a feature of the winter quarter and provided good training for the women in the W.A.A. badminton tournament. With the coming of spring, the women abandoned the gym for the tennis courts and Patterson field. Beginners made up the major- ity of the tennis Class with a few intermediates. Archery and soft- ball were the other sports for the spring quarter. The enthusiasm the women showed throughout the year for their chosen field of sports made keen competition and good sports- manship an outstanding part of the program. Left to right, seated: Barbara Beggs, Helen Gordon, Ruth 1Warws, Janet Nehring, Ethel Perry, Ellen Hoyt, Lyril Kirby, Alerline iWaN, Kathleen iUcClure; standing: Sarah Plemmons, Nettie Shell, Harriet Owens, Jodeen Fitzgerald, Adeline Kovarlz, Jladeline Rowe, Donna Lucas, Doreen Jlorey, Reta Zimmerman, Doris Kellogg, Sylvia Lenard, Sally Walz, Alarilyn Bohy. --63a Baseba Left to right, first row: Howard Prorlor, Bob Jlerritt, Gene Cusic, Ed Greger, Kenneth Devlin, Charlex Schumacher; xrcand row: William PVright, Carl .Uayaon, Roy Jlacomber, Robert Brodie, Dirk Boldebuck, Don JIoore; third row: mach Carl Selin, Ray BulJm'd, manager Robert Grmmer, Dirk Kearney, Fred Sam: Jr., and roach Lmverne Gilkey. The Spartan hardballers, under the direction of Coach Laverne Gilkey, opened this year with three regulars back. They were Bob Merritt, catcher; Dick Kearney, first baseman; and Ed Greger, out- fielder who hit well over .400 for last year's team. Other members of the squad are: Fred Sapp, first baseman; Dick Boldebuck and Carl Magoon, second basemen; Bob Brodie, shortstop; Gene Cusic, third base; Ed Greger, Barney Behrens, Gene Cusic, and Don Moore, pitchers; and Bill Wright, Howard Towne, Ed Greger, Ray Bullard, Howard Proctor, Fred Sapp, and Roy Macomber, outfielders. The Spartans were handicapped by poor baseball weather. Their first game was a doubleheader with Navy Pier. We lost the hrst game 14 t0 3 and shut out the Illini to win the second 2 to 0. The squad also split a pair of practice games with North Central. ewe Tennis Left to right, first row: Teh Bhum Kim, Paul Jaffarian, Robert Farrow; second row: coach, Dr. Clyde Hewitt, William xlmlrews, Keith Wzilliamr, Leslie Jewett and Jack Tenzlall. The tennis team got off to a fme start this year with a 3 t0 2 vic- tory over Elmhurst as darkness robbed us of another match. Farrow and Andrews won singles matches and Kim and Jaffarian teamed for a doubles Victory. Farrow and Andrews won the hrst set 6 t0 1 and were leading 4 t0 2 when the game was called. The next game was a 7 t0 0 Whitewash of the netmen of St. Procopius. The Spar- tans were holding a Z to 1 edge over the Blue Jays 0f Elmhurst in a return match when a thunderstorm began. Paul Jaffarian of Seattle, Washington and Teh Bhum Kim of Seoul, Korea, alter- nated as number one man. Other men on the first squad were Robert Farrow, William Andrews, and Keith Williams. The team was rounded out by Jack Tendall, Leslie Jewett, Howard Beemer, and Terry Denton. The netmen were coached by Dr. Clyde Hewitt. Games were scheduled with Milwaukee Extension, Concordia QT, St. Procopius, and Navy Pier with the conference meet pegged for May 21 at Milwaukee. Teh Bhum Kim and Keith Williams were the only seniors 0n the team so prospects for next yearTs results are excellent. Our Patrons ADVENT CHRISTIAN AUTOMOBILE DEALERS CHURCHES Berthold-Hanson Cadillac Aurora, Illinois Boston, Massachusetts AUTOMOBILE PARTS AND SUPPLIES The Boys Motor Car Service Bridgton, Maine Concord, New Hampshire Goodwin Mills, Maine Roblnson 3 Auto SUPPIY Kennebunk, Maine Umted Auto Sales Live Oak, Florida BAKERIES Ericsonk Swedish Bakery Federal Bake Shop Lynn, Massachusetts Madison, Wisconsin Mikesville, Florida Milltown, Maine Ochsenschlager 3 Bakery Portsmouth, New Hampshire Rambo Bread Santa Anna, California . 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Anderson MCWcthy Brothers Moschel 8L Tomblin Agencies JEWELRY RETAIL E. P. Garvin FodoHs Jewelry Store Greenwaldk Jewelry Store Harry Frohlich Huesingk Jewelers Lehnertz Jewellers May Jewelers Menton Jewelry Co. Ridge Jewelers LAUNDRY Walker Laundry LAWYERS Arthur L. Puklin Matthews, Jordan 85 Dean Putnam, Johnson, Alschuler 8L Ruddy Sears 8!. Streit Our Patrons LOAN ASSOCIATIONS Pictorial Paper Package Corporation Stephens-Adamson Mfg. Co. Aurora Investment Co. Aurora Savings 8; Loan Association Strathmore Co. Home Building 8: Loan William F. Jobbins, Inc. Association Improvement Building M EAT MARKETS 8L Loan Kneip Markets LOCKSMITHS Scribner Ochsenschlager Fagerholm Bike 6; Key Shop MONUMENTS MANUFACTURERS A. F. Lohmann C0. All-Svteel Equipment Inc. MUSIC STORES VVatsoNs M usic House Aurora Welding Service Inc. Barber-Greene C0. Durabilt Manufacturing Co. NEWSPAPERS AND F. E. Royston 86 C0. PUBLICATIONS Love Brothers, Inc. Aurora Beacon-News National Brush C0. Lisberg News Agency -76 Our Patrons OFFICE EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES Adding Machines 8L Typewriter Sales L. C. Smith 8L Corona Typewriters Inc. OPTICIANS AND OPTOMETRISTS House of Vision Kendrick Optical Cu. O. J. Stratz PAINT DEALERS Aurora Paint Supply Co. Jewel Paint Store VVallbrunn-Kling 6; C0. PHOTOGRAPHERS Merritt Studios Silvergloss Photo Service PHYSICIANS Dreyer, Denney, Milbacher, Gardner Clinic Dr. C. O. Heimdal and Dr. I. H. Morris, Jr. Dr. K. J. Kaiser Dr. A. G. Martin Dr. E. E. Meister Dr. W. T. VVenn PLUMBERS Edward J. Farrell Ruddy Brothers PRINTERS Barker Printing C0., Inc. Finch 8L McCullough Gugler, Hans 65 Son, Inc. PUBLIC UTILITIES Western United Gas 8: Electric Co. RADIO DEALERS AND SERVICE , A. 6: H. Radio Service REALTORS H. V. Cannon Realty C0. Mrs. Laura Farr Percy R. Council REFRIGERATION Fowler Equipment Co. SERVICE STATIONS American Bonded Oil Co. Donklcfs Standard Service Island Texaco Station Jock 66 Service Station K 8: K Super Service Station Salernds Service Station Our Patrons SHEET METAL WORKS George J. Bushman SHOE REPAIR SHOPS Aurora Shoe Repair Shop Veterank Shoe Repairing West Side Shoe Repair SHOE STORES WaegneHs Shoe Store SOAPS Lite Soap C0. SPORTING GOODS STORES Crosby,s Sport Shop Hayden, Sweasey 6L Stiefbold Co. STATIONERS Columbia Ofiice Supply Co. Erlenbornk Paramount Stationers WHOLESALE COM PANI ES Illinois Wholesale Aerial View of Campus 1. Eckhart Hall, 2. Womezfs dormitory, 3. Gymnasium, 4. Tennis courts, 5. Spartan Terrace, 6. Future building site, 7. Jlusic building, 8. South Hall, 9. Garage, 10. Cal- leye prexidenl's rwidenm, 11. 1116'an dormitory, 12. Bookstore and lounge. Autographs gm ' lsv
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