Furman University - Bonhomie Yearbook (Greenville, SC)

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Dr. Charles H. Townes, Nobel Prize winner of 1964 and Furman alumnus, discussed future space exploration by the United States at a special alumni seminar during Homecoming activities on campus. The future of the space program will be decided by the President and Congress after reviewing the recommendations by a space task force. Townes told alumni and guests following the dedication of John L. Pyler Science Hall Auditorium in his honor. His mother. Mrs. Henry K. Townes, unveiled a plaque in his honor at the ceremony. Dr. Townes suggested that the space program could be a source of world unity. “It would be much happier for Russia to join in. he said, if all openly shared all information and work. The cost of the space program was also discussed by Dr. Townes. Explaining the recommendations of the task force of six billion to two billion dollars, he continued. “We have a middle of the road budget, but we must continue exploration of the moon.” Dr. Townes concluded that what space means to man will determine the kind of program.

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RIGHT: A Furman Ircshman introduces himselt to President and Mrs. Blackwell. BELOW LEFT: Dr. Blackwell and Freshman Rats cheer tor a successful year. BELOW RIGHT: Both Mr. Kendrick and Dr. Blackwell show concern tor the game's outcomo. OPPOSITE PAGE: Dr. Charles H. Townes addresses Alumni during Furman's Homecoming activities in the new Townes Auditorium. 26 President

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ABOVE LEFT: Dr. Pete Hollis, guest ol honor, adds a short speech to the dedication ceremony of Camp Hollis. ABOVE RIGHT: Camp Hollis provides relaxation (or Furman students in scenic surroundings. LEFT: Special guests of the dedication enjoy a banquet in the camp dining hall. OPPOSITE PAGE. LEFT and RIGHT: Mrs. Hollis unveils the plaque which signifies the camp's new name. 28 Camp Hollis