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The KSU twin marching bands form a heart to honor Miss Betty Lewis, Homecoming Queen, and her court. Homecoming Conquers Campus Spirit and Marshall! Among the many campus events, Kent State ' s annual 34th homecoming celebration was one of the biggest. Homecoming fairly burst with activities, starting with the registration of some 7000 returning alumni beginning at 9:30 a.m. in the Union ballroom. Next came the judging of house decorations erected by independent groups, fraternities and sor- orities. Trophies were awarded to the different groups on the basis of originality, craftsmanship, theme and over-all effect. The winning organizations were an- nounced that night at the Homecoming dance. And speaking of the dance . . . Miss Betty Lewis, picked out of a field of 1 00 entrants, reigned as queen. Claude Thornhill ' s orchestra provided the entertain- ment in the MPE building, playing for a record crowd. The real highlight of the day was the Mid-Amer- ican Conference football game between Kent and the Big Green of Marshall College in the afternoon. The Golden Flashes drove to victory, sparking the entire day. .»« President Bowman welcomes the alums at Homecoming.
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Kent State ' s largest freshman class listens as they hear the annual welcoming speech of President Bowman. Frosh Line Up For Campus Life Freshman Week was more than just the arrange- ment of class schedules and examinations — and lines. It was the beginning of o life at o home away from home; a place where for four years activities, organ- izations and studies were to play an important part. Freshman vocal talent was a highlight of the week. A freshman meets the Bowmans, Bill Mayer entertains the freshmen.
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The largest Homecoming crowd in KSU history jammed the stadium as the Golden Flashes played Marshall. A time to renew acquaintances — such is Home- coming at Kent State. Slews of graduates, now alumni, return to the campus for the annual festivities, which include decoration competition, a football game, and dance. This year saw a fervor of preparation for the big day and the big game. The Golden Flashes easily rolled over their opposition on the gridiron. Music for dancing was supplied by Claude Thornhill. ft Mixed emotions at Homecoming. Let ' s really yell now! University social chairman Pat O ' Farrell crowns Miss Betty Lewis 1955 Homecoming Queen as Joe Franko, S.C. president looks on. 25
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