Kent State University - Chestnut Burr Yearbook (Kent, OH)

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M emona Stadi mm Memorial Stadium is dedicated to the memory of the five score students of the University who gave their lives in World War II. Dedication of the University Memorial Stadium on October 14, 1950, brought to a climax a drive for funds which began in 1947 by a committee of alumni, students, faculty and townspeople. In two years the committee raised approxi- mately $60,000 with the hope that the first section of permanent seats would eventually be part of a horseshoe stadium. At ceremonies prior to and during the game with Marietta College, the stadium became an official part of the Uni versity. Participating in the dedication ceremonies were the University R. O. T. C. and the University band. The dedication prayer was offered by the Rev. Charles V. Ireland. Speakers during the half-time program included Dean Raymond E. Manchester, chairman of the dedication program; Melvern W. Randels, president of the alumni associa- tion; Martin L. Davey, Jr., general chairman of the Memorial Stadium committee, and President Ceorge A. Bowman. The new stadium provides accommodations for 5,600 persons. Topping the structure is a press box, which will accommodate 22 members of the press, and three booths for radio and television. Space below the stadium seats is available for concession stands, public rest rooms and a storage room. Construction on the new stadium was begun in the spring of 1950. Memorial Stadium just prior to the forma] dedication.

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