Gettysburg College - Spectrum Yearbook (Gettysburg, PA)

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Does that grin mean fraternity men should beware?! Such hilarity as a tug of war! A rope that broke five times gave every- one a muddy end!! If you like this spiriFjust wait til you bring home a victory!

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A heightened cultural emphasis was felt on the campus with the inauguration of weekly convocations. Artists. dignitaries, and authors from various fields in- formed and entertained the student body. Among the most distinguished personages to appear in Gettysburg was the venerated Dwight D. Eisenhower. The elation was deepened because of the close association that exists between the Eisenhowers and the community. Gettysburgians turned out en masse to welcome Ma- mie and Ike home. In the midst of the fervor of the presidential cam- paign, Gettysburg played host to Senators Cotton and Clark, representing the Republican and Democratic parties. A testimonial dinner was held at our college for the Honorable J ohn S. Rice for his prominent work in the Democratic party. The dinner was highlighted by the presence of Governor David L. Lawrence. Historians from all parts of the country met at Gettysburg to debate and analyze various aspects of the Civil War. In the field of entertainment, Gettysburg was for- tunate to have the Washington Brass Choir perform Baroque, Renaissance, and Contemporary music. These were just a few of the more serious events that enriched campus life and made the year more complete. THE CAMPUS President Eisenhower is happy to be home again, and is ready to devote some time to personal and public writing in his newly renovated office. The Washington Brass Choir, making its second consecutive appearance here at Gettysburg, filled the chapel with the thrilling music of Palestrina, Beethoven, and Purcell. WELCOMES DISTINGUISHED VISITORS 1 John S. Rice, chairman of the Board of Trustees of Gettysburg College, was honored by Penn- sylvania Democrats at a testi- monial dinner for his years of service to the Democratic Party, and as a Cabinet Officer in the Pennsylvania Government. i g CQNGRATULAQQNS CHAIRMAN RiCE 8v 1 h

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were from big G, my 0 yes! THE SPIRIT IS HIGH AS THINGS BEGIN TO ROLL After the initial frenzy of rushing, orientation, reg- istration, and classes, most students become settled into ttthe daily routine? But with the brisk autumn days come boundless energy and bursts of spirit, heightened by the football fever. Saturday afternoon the campus virtually deserts its academic endeavors in favor of more invigorating festivities. The brassy blare of the marching band exhilarates the students as they rally to Memorial Field. There, the spirited cheerleaders have already begun the familiar HGimme a tG, . . . F In keeping with the excitement of the first weeks, upperclassmen and freshmen eagerly flock to the first 23 Open House. In the midst of the hubbub, familiar faces are recognized and the important ttfirstt, dates are made. Student spirit cannot be dampened. Vague rumors are whispered of tta certain student meeting, and mysterious notes appear on every tree. Thursday comes. Firecrackers, torches, cheers, bonfires, crowds -all accompany the cry, uWe want Monday! The same spirit emerges in various aspects of col- lege life-in the dorms, in the living groups, in the activities and organizations, and in each daily under- taking. These are the times that will always be re- membered. Now gang, how about one chorus of ttBlue Mondaf' . . .