Lincoln University - Lion Yearbook (Lincoln University, PA)

Text from Pages 1 - 82 of the 1955 volume:

1 V WARD DADE Editor RAYMOND M. LOPES Business Manager JESSE JENKINS Photography Editor PRESENTED BY THE SENIOR CLASS LINCOLN UNIVERSITY LINCOLN UNIVERSITY PENNSYLVANIA FOREWORD FOUR YEARS HENCE The howl of freshmen days, has hardly stopped riming in our ears, and now we find ourselves quite mature and seniors. We came, we saw, and almost completely without reservation, we were con- quered. Lincoln, your open arch with roads of asphalt has captured us. Aging familiar red bricked structures have captured us. and have been home for these four years. Your snow-covered expanses, noble halls of learning . . . . they called and we have answered. We have walked your grassy carpets, and watched the sun glitter on your frame. Upon your walks we have heard the first tunes of spring, and felt the first cold winds of an insuing winter. These impressions will linger as long as we have memories. It was more than this, however, it was the humorous things; water streaming from a half open window upon an unsuspecting head is only one example. Then there were the tough times. The hooks that would not open unless you opened them. Those afl night stands, the smell of coffee floating through the dormitories. All that learning that just would not seep in and your first nickle. We remember especially the football seasons. It took pre- cedence over all and the old grads always seemed to drop in and out of nowhere. They had come back to bring that “ole Lincoln Spirit.” This is Lincoln with her great bountiful heart which she has opened to us. Our Alma Mater has conquered our hearts “and constant and true, we will live for thee anew, our dear old Orange and Blue.” ro TE TS - • Ski - Dedication ...... Administration- Faculty Seniors ....... ........ Underclasses -........ Activities ............ Fraternities Sports...„....-........ Afterthoughts Advertisements page 5 page 7 ... page 15 page 41 page 43 page 51 page 57 page 63 page 71 The year 1954 will long be remembered as one of tremendous import. The ruling of the Supreme Court against segregated education marked another milestone along the path to first class citizenship for millions of Americans. This decision was due, in the main, to the hard work, legal giantism, and to the devotion to cause and duty of one Thurgood Marshall, whose judicial leadership has re- sulted in many similar grand victories in this great struggle for the Democratic Ideal. It is to this man that the Senior Class dedicates the 1955 Lion. THURGOOD MARSHALL N.A.A.C.P. Legal Head DEDICATION % 5 FRAZIER S. TAYLOR “As un educated mun, I must go my way each day, preaching the doctrine of brotherhood and goodwill, not for the Negro race ulone, but for the human race. Then und only then will a working democracy be reulized. Then und only then will we be able to state truthfully that here in America there is “peace on eurth, goodwill lowurd menV — Fhazier S. Taylor His own words printed above reveal the ideals which guided Frazier Taylor’s life and stirred him to work so diligently in the interests of his school and his country. They stand as a concrete directive to us, his classmates, as we venture forth to take our sev- eral places as active citizens in our respective lands. Leaving Lin- coln with cherished memories of experiences shared, we feel that Frazier goes always with us, even as Cod goes always with him. 6 ADMINISTRATION Justice is the Virtue that innocence rejoiceth in. Ben Johnson President HORACE MANN BOND Message by President Horace Mann Bond to the Class of 1955 As the Class of 1954 was the Centennial Class of Lincoln University, and had the distinction of ushering out a glorious Century while preparing the way for a New, the Class of 1955 enjoys the honour of being the first graduating class in the history of the institution, and of its New Century, to participate actively in the process of beginning and building a truly new institution along the lines of a New Program. My gratitude goes to the Class of 1955, as worthy recipients of this grave obligation and its responsibilities. They have helped Lincoln Univer- sity lay the foundations of an enduring structure better than they may now realize. As students have begun to assemble here from all parts of the world, the Class of 1955 has been foremost in adapting the climate of the institution to the great new demands made upon it. and its members. Imperceptibly, but surely, our horizons have widened, our aims broad- ened, our conception of Man’s obligations to the human race given new and heightened aspiration. This is the enduring contribution of the Class of 1955 to a great new idea in human history. Deans HAROLD F. GRIM Dean of the University George Eliot once said, “Growing thought makes growing revelation.” As the class of 1955 leaves the walls of Lincoln University, may each member be ful- ly aware that the world needs more revelation of truth, but that this can only be effected by continued study which is the basis of growing thought. May your class lead in the leavening that makes for human understand- ing. J. NEWTON HILL Dean of the College Once again a graduating class steps onto the hori- zon and once again we are called upon to focus attention on departure from Alma Mater as well as upon en- trance onto a new world of human endeavor. Nothing counts so much, perhaps, as the vision which you may hold. For the horizon is not always clear—not even always discernable. The vision, how- ever, is yours and if it remains clear then the vicissi- tudes of life cannot prevail, cannot deter you from making some worthwhile contributions to human so- ciety. ANDREW E. MURRAY Dean of the Seminary Here at Lincoln we have the privilege of living in the world of tomorrow, now. Tomorrow’s world will be one in which artificial barriers of race have been elim- inated, a world in which men may live and work in free and open fellowship. Through our experience at Lincoln, where the barriers have been broken down, we are preparing to live in this new and exciting world where brotherhood is no longer a dream, but a reality. JAMES BONNER MACRAE Dean of Students Through the years the graduates of Lincoln, in large numbers, have chosen to enter the professions. The professions will continue to be the loadstone for many of them. However, government, industry and business are increasingly providing opportunities for our graduates. The Class of 1955 would be well-advised to explore the expanding openings in these areas. Satis- fying vocations may await those who dare to try new fields. PAUL KEUHNER Registrar We are proud of our alumni who have contributed so notably to the advancement of their own group, and with it the betterment of human relations. Their names will be known to future generations as builders of good will, as champions in one of the most difficult fields of competition. As you, the members of the Class of 1955, leave the institution, may your predecessors be a constant in- spiration in your work, to spur you on to the peak of performance. AUSTIN H. SCOTT Business Manager It has been my pleasure as well as privilege to talk with each member of your class at more or less regu- lar intervals during the past four years. I have come to know you as young men of promise who have perse- vered thus far in your quest for education. I greet you at this point in your careers with hope that you will press forward toward further achievement, and with expecta- tion that you will acquit yourselves well along the way. Officers Under the leadership of the instructors of Lincoln University the senior class has ad- vanced considerably. We wish to take this op- portunity to express our sincere thanks, appre- ciation and gratitude for the many consulta- tions held outside of class hours, the encourage- ment given when we were in despair and the expert advice to guide us in our respective fields of endeavor. Our instructors have the ability of im- planting knowledge of the highest quality which is stimulating to us in our pursuits. We are proud to say that our instructors have made elegant impressions on our minds that will prob- ably last forever. We feel, therefore, that our instructors have given us wholesome leadership and suggestions . . . and above all they have not tried to dogmatize us. Faculty Elizabeth Beardsley Philosophy Samuel Bradley English David Carney Mathematics William Cole Physics Henry Cornwell Psychology H. Alfred Farrell English James Frankowsky Mathematics Robert Gardner Physical Education Armstead 0. Grubb Languages Peter Hall Biology 11 Faculty Thomas Jones History Moses Lukaczer Political Science Isaac Mapp Biology Phillip S. Miller Humanities Grace Rivero English Hubert B. Ross Sociology The teachings of our instructors have taught us that education, as such, does not consist in mastering any one thing alone, but is deeply rooted and founded in a moral philosophy and a moral training which extends far beyond any campus or schoolroom. It extends to the home, the church and the street and has also shown us that a meaner thing can be done than to fail in recitation or an examniation. The liberal education given at Lincoln by our instructors has helped tremendously in de- veloping in us a sense of right, duty, and honor. Our instructors have pointed out to us that more and more in our modern world, large business and small business, professions and non-pro- fessions, church and state, rests on rectitude and honor as well as on good judgment and responsibility. Thanks to them we have been helped tremendously on the long road ahead. Deforest Rudd Chemistry Sayre P. Schatz Economics Orrin C. Suthern Music Toye C. Davis Physician I 12 II Samuel Washington Accounting Walter Waring French Emery Wimbish Assistant Librarian Henri M. Yaker Religion Donald Yelton Librarian Francis Jamison Dentist William Hunter Physical Education Lawrence Foster Sociology In Memoriam Professor Norman £. Gaskins was Teacher, Scholar and friend to all, served Lincoln University and its student body with a ready hand and a willing heart. His memory will always be held in the hearts of those who knew him. Board of Trustees The Honoraiii.e Georce M. Leader Governor of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania lex officio) Herrert E. Mili.en, LL.D., Philadelphia. Pa. William Hallock Johnson. Pii.D., D.D.. Princeton. N. J. Walter M. Phillips, Philadelphia. Pa. John H. Ware, Oxford, Pa. Julius Rosenwald, II, Trenton, N. J. Thomas G. Speers, D.D., Baltimore. Md. Rorert Coltman, Philadelphia, Pa. Lewis M. Stevens, Esq., Philadelphia, Pa. David G. Morris, M.D., Bayonne, N. J. Francis Siiunk Brown, Berkeley, California Walter D. Fuller, LL.D., Philadelphia. Pa. Charles R. Whittlesey, Pii.D., Philadelphia, Pa. C. Douclas Buck, Wilmington, Del. Ralph Bunciie, Pii.D., LL.D., Lake Success, N. Y. Owen Rorerts, Philadelphia, Pa. Thomas M. McMillan-, M.D., Philadelphia, Pa. Rorert F. Maine, Philadelphia, Pa. Rocer S. Firestone, Pottstown, Pa. Alumni Trustees Horace M. Bond, Pii.D., LL.D., Lincoln University, Pa. Frank T. Wilson, Washington, D. C. Edward R. Archer, M.D., Philadelphia, Pa. Georce D. Cannon, M.D., New York, N. Y. Harold R. Scott, M.D., Orange, N. J. Faculty Trustees Dr. Laurence Foster, A.B., S.T.B., Pii.D. Dr. Philip Sheridan Miller, A.B., A.M., Tn.B., Pii.D. Trustees plan campus expansion: Austin H. Scott, Business Manager; Dr. George D. Cannon, Trustee; Senator C. Douglas Buck, Trustee; President Horace M. Bond; Attorney J.ewis M. Stevens, Chairman of the Board; John Ware, Trustee. Class Adviser Congratulations, members of the class of 1955. During your years at Lincoln you have learned much, you have matured and changed, you have worked for your degrees and earned them, and now you leave to meet new challenges. This is a time of question and of hope not only for you, but for Lincoln University, and in fact for the entire world. You are about to carve out your careers; Lincoln is attempting to build a vital and useful new program; the world is endeavoring to learn to use its new atomic knowledge for peace rather than desola- tion. I hope you, Lincoln University, and man- kind are all successful. SAYRE P. SCHATZ Class Advisor Class Officers SENIOR CLASS OFFICERS Left to Right: Carlyle Mason, Ward Dade, Bob Phillips, Lancess McKnight, Ray Lopes and John Cary. GEORGE R. BALDWIN Gcorgie 3220 Franklin Ave. Brunswick, Georgia Economics Alpha Phi Alpha Robinson Catechism Contest 1; Elizabeth Train Oratorical Contest 2; Philosophy Club 3; Poli- tical Science Club (Secy.) 3, 4; Lincoln Players 3; Intramural Basketball, Softball 1, 2, 3, 4; Lincolnian 1. ALONZO R. BENNETT, III Al Furnace Branch and Lee Roads Glen Burnie, Md. Chemistry Kappa Alpha Psi Came to Lincoln on the Trailways and left on a prayer . . . Scott’s main man . . . Home- coming of ’53—remember . . . Great Econo- mist in the making. “Twixt optimist and pessimist the difference is drolir Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Lincoln Players 3, 4; Y.M.C.A. Cabinet 1, 2, Vice Pres. 3, Treas. 4; N.E. Provincial Recorder Kappa Alpha Psi; John Miller Dickey Society 1; Social Science Club 3; Philosophy Club 3. Lincoln Players’ number one prompter . . . Young Abe Hill in the making . . . The pride of Furnace Branch. “Necessity knows no law” 17 LEVI M. BRISBANE Lee 526 West 147 St. New York, N. Y. Biology Alpha Phi Alpha Basketball 1, 2; Softball 1, 2, 3, 4. He will always remember the “Alpha Boat Ride” in '53 . . . Party goer . . .Smooth man- ner ... He moves easily around the campus and his wide world of friends. “Easy come, easy go PRINCE NIMNEH AHIOSEH BROWNE J.R.O. 1197 Ashmun St. Monrovia, Liberia Biology Phi Beta Sigma Soccer 1, 2; Glee Club 1. Possesses a pair of praiseworthy soccer shoes . . Known to maintain an insight amid chaos . . . One good man nobody can keep down. “Life is just a bowl of cherries UNIVERSITY S. EDWARD BUTTS 31 14 99 St. East Elmhurst. N. Y. Political Science Phi Beta Sigma Sigma Intramural Basketball team 4; Presi- dent Phi Beta Sigma 3, 4; Treasurer Lin- coln Players 3; Newman Club 2, 3, 4; So- cial Science Club; Freshman Advisor; Poli- tical Science Club 2, 3, 4; Student Senate, Health Comm.; Debating Team 3; Intramural Softball, Football teams 2, 3. Law . . . Georgetown hound ; . . Mainstay in Vail Memorial . . . Neatness is his motto . . . Seldom seen. The will to do good always prevails” JOSEPH CARTER JOE 526 24 St., N.E. Washington, D. C. Political Science Lincolnian 1, 2, 3, News Editor 4; V. Pres. Political Science Club 4; Debating Team 4; Tennis Team 3, 4; Humanities Club 4; Philo- sophy Club 3, 4; Social Science Club 2, 3, 4; N.A.A.C.P. D.C.’s great lover . . . Man about town . . . Sack man. Thou shall not hill; hut needst not strive officiously to keep alive. Biology Student Advisor 4; Class Treasurer 4; Asso- ciate Editor, Lion 4. Biologist . . . Strict monopoly on route 1 to see his fiancee “C . . . Constantly seen . . . Out only to collect dues . . . Pet expression: “Put not your trust in money, but put your money in trust . . . Thought we were seeing girls in 3-3-3D at Lincoln-Howard game in ’54. The best things in Life are free. LINCOLN UNIVERSITY WARD DADE Duck 9 Wheeler St. Montclair, New Jersey Biology Omega Psi Phi Dentistry; Vice Pres. Social Science Club; Intramural softball 1, 2, 3,; Dean’s List 1; Editor, Lion 4; Lincolnian 1, 2, 3, News Edi- tor 3; Freshman Advisor 4; Dormitory Proctor 4; Student instructor 4; Vice Pres. Science Club 3; Dean Pledgees Omega Psi Phi 3; N.A.A.C.P. 1. Definition of a year book ... A tangled maze of thought ... A deadend one way street . . . Highway to success—Route No. 17 . . . N.L.D. “In the lexicon of youth, which fate reserves for a bright manhood, there is no such word as —fail.” LEWIS C. DOWNING Lew 912 7 St., N.W. Roanoke, Virginia Biology Alpha Phi Alpha Pres. Alpha Phi Alpha; Pan-Hellenic Coun- cil; Student Senate; Lincolnian; Tennis Team 3, 4; Lion. He came, he saw, he conquered . . . Gravid Garrett resident . . . Commutes to Philly. “Personality is to man what perfume is to a flower CLAUDE A. EDMONDS Angelo 28 So. Ruby St. Philadelphia, Pa. Psychology Beta Sigma Tan Ministry . . . Baseball Team; Basketball Team; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Y-Cabinet. Wide perspective . . . extremely thoughtful . . . penetrating insight . . . never low in spirits . . . The familiar newcomer. What's one man's poison is another's meut or drink 21 Lincoln Players 3. Seldom seen . . . The Phantom student. “A good name is better than precious ointment LINCOLN UNIVERSITY 1117 So. Lilly St. Blytheville, Ark. Biology Omega Psi Phi Dentist . . . Lincoln Players 3; Philosophy Club 3. These special shoes will knock off at least three strokes ... Just heard a good one . . . Then he moved to K-B7 and died, a horrible death. “Farewell remorse: all good to me is lost. Evil, be thou my good CONRAD I. N. .GASKINS Skins 53 Gray Street Glen Ridge, New Jersey Sociology Omega Psi Phi Varsity Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Varsity Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Social Science Club 2, 3, 4; Pan-Hellenic Council 4; Y.M.C.A. 1, 2, 3, 4; N.A.A.C.P.; Intramural Football, Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Semin- ary Basketball 3; North Jersey Club (Vice Pres.) 1, 2; Vice Basilus, Omega Phi 4. SEABRON GRIFFIN Griff U. S. Government Agent . . . The pride of Glen Ridge . . . Misses his boy Sistrunk . . . A striking personality . . . Somebody has to be on top. God gives us relatives—thank God toe can choose our friends 4912 Just St., N.E. Washington, D. C. Biology Kappa Alpha Psi Student Senate 2; Pan-Hellenic Council 3, 4. DC’s answer to pretty women . . . Pinochle whiz . . . Under the beard there’s a heart of gold. “A little nonsense now and then is relished by the best of men RD No. 1, Lincoln University, Fa. Chemistry Soccer squad 1; Intramural sports. Football, 1, Track 2, Volley Ball 3; Lincoln Players, Trea- surer 4; Lincolnian, Sports Writer 1; Asso- ciate Editor 2; Lion, Advertising Mgr. 4; Who’s Who in American Universities and Colleges; Dean’s List 1, 3; Science Club, Secy. 3; Fresh- man Advisor. George Washington bound . . . Seniors don’t ride bikes anymore . . . Skins’ right hand man . . . Cheerful . . . Courteous . . . Always ready to help a friend. He conquers who conquers himself ’ Basketball 2, 3, 4; Student Senate, Vice Pres. 4; Personnel Comm. 4; Pan-Hellenic Council 3, 4; Dormitory Council 1; Freshman Advisor 4; Varsity Club, Tresurer 3, 4. The Friend everyone values; the man every- one admires. ‘7 never think of the future, it comes soon enough.” LINCOLN UNIVERSITY JESSE BYRON JENKINS 1711 You St., N.W. Washington, D.C. Biology Lincoln Players 4. The campus “sneak photographer . . . Watch those awkward situations . . . Studious, friendly . . . Keeps a clean pad. Art and Photo Editor of ’55 Lion. “The future belongs to those who prepare for itr HENRY JOHNSON Henny Penny Mohnton RD No. 1 Mohnton, Pa. Biology Phi Beta Sigma Football 1, 2; Track 1, 2; Varsity Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Senate Representative 3, 4. Neat . . . Pleasant and well-balanced ... An intelligent boy, well liked by his friends. “Against stupidity the very gods themselves contend in vain” ALFONSO JONES Al 151 S. Charles St. York, Pa. History Alpha Phi Alpha Junior Class President; Vice President Soph. Class; Executive Comm. Fresh. Class; Vice Pres. Student Senate; Vice Pres. Alpha; His- torian of Alpha; Vice Pres. Sphinx Club; Var- sity Club; N.A.A.C.P.; Political Science Club; Personnel Comm.; Freshman Advisor; Pan- Hellenic Council; Social Science Club; Intra- mural Football, Basketball, Softball. Easy going, friendly . . . Always on the move. “There are three kinds of lies; lies, damned lies and statistics. LINCOLN UNIVERSITY JEFFERSON JONES Jeff 232 Chalfont St. Pittsburg, Pa. Biology Alpha Phi Alpha Lincoln Players 1, 2, 3, 4; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Intramural Basketball, Softball, Football 1, 2, 3. Friendly, helpful . . . The Refectory’s main man. “Studies serve for delight, for ornament and for ability.” WILLIAM B. JONES Bill 36 Avenue “A” Rahway, N. J. Biology Alpha Phi Alpha Baseball 1, 2, 3; Intra-mural Football 1, 2; In- tra-mural Basketball 1, 2, 3; Lincoln Ployers 4. Serious, a good student . . . Pretty good sack man. “Unconditional and immediate surrender JOSEPH B. KENNEY Pluzy 22 S. 20th St. East Orange, N. J. Economics Phi Beta Sigma Business Law . . . Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Basket- ball 1, 2; Baseball 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Senate 1, 2; Varsity Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Pan-Hellenic Coun- cil 3, 4; Football Captain 4; Baseball Captain 3, 4; Lincoln Ployers 4. Loves his big Ukulele . . . Can’t stand little ones . . . You can't bribe me . . . The jokes were an old family too 27 Clcc Club 1; Lincoln Players 1, 2, 3, 4; Pan-Hcl- Icnic Council 3, 4; Philosophy Club 3, 4; Wrestling 4; Y-Cabinct 1, 2, 3, 4; President Beta Sigma Tau 2, 3; New Club 1, 2, 3, 4: Student Senate 1; Debating Team 1, 2; Social Science Club 2, 3, 4. A veteran of two wars . . . has interest in the Barnes Foundation . . . lost without a car . . . sudden overnight trips to Philadelphia . . . . Best friend of the Yankee dollar. 251 Dixwell Ave. New Haven, Conn. Political Science Alpha Phi Alpha Law . . . Class Officer 1, 2, 3, 4; Business Manager of '55 Lion; Newman Club; Football 1; Lincolnian; Treas., Alpha; Political Science Club 3, 4; Pan-Hellenic Council 3, 4; Intra- Mural Baseball; Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Senate 3, 4. LINCOLN UNIVERSITY The Createst Lover ever . . . the longest com- mutor . . . Conn, the greatest state in the Union. RALPH J. LOWRY 7328 Hermitage St. Pittsburgh, Pa. History Beta Sigma Tau Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Ass’t Pianist 2, 3, 4; Y- Cabinct 1, 2, 3, 4 - Pres. 2, 3, 4; Philosophy 3, 4; Political Science Club 4; Dramatic Club 3, 4; Student Senate 2, 3, 4; Ass’t. Organist of the University. Came to Lincoln to study music . . . How’s the weather up there . . . Woe unto them that arc wise in their owh eyes, and prudent in their own sight. “Something attempted, something done. 1953 WILLIAM H. MANCRUM Bill 207 E. Juniper St. Wake Forest, N. C. Biology Omega Psi Phi Glee Club 1; Y-Cabinct 2; Philosophy Club 1. Quiet, friendly . . . Leaves his cigarettes in his pad. In quietness and confidence shall be your strength 29 CARLYLE WILLIAM MASON, II Colonel 606 Walnut St. Wilmington, N. C. Philosophy HENRY MORTON MASON Little Rock Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Lincoln Players 1, 2, 3, 4; Lincolnian 1, 2, 3, 4 • Sports’ Editor 4; Varsity Club Pres. 4. Easy going . . . Immigrant from the South . . . “When you hnve an elephant by the hind leg and he wants to go, it’s best to let him go.’’ South Medio, Penna. Physical Education Alpha Phi Alpha | Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Wrestling 1, 2, 3, 4: Wears a “mean hat . . . Good sack man. “The better part of valor is discretion 7 do not wish to die ashamed of the life I have lived. LINCOLN UNIVERSITY KENNETH CRAIG McFADDEN Mac 437 Washington Ave. Montclair, N. J. LANCESS T. McKNIGHT Mac Sociology Y-Cabinet 1; Intramural Softball, Basketball, Football 1, 2, 3, 4; Track 1; Lion Staff 4. Better late than never . . . That three year English Lit. Course . . . “Oh how I hate to get up ... ” To love oneself is the beginning of a life-long romance. 25 W. 4:h St. Media, Pa. Psychology Kappa Alpha Psi Lincoln Flayers 2, 3, 4; Pan-Hellenic Council; Pres. Senior Class (Executive Council) 4; Pres. Lincoln Players 4; Student Senate 4; Intra- mural Basketball Team. Amiable . . . lots of fun . . . Good Actor . . . Disappears occasionally . . . probably to Bar- bara’s ... a word to the wise is sufficient. “One catches more flies with a spoonful of honey than with twenty casks of vinegar. 31 THOMAS W. MOORE Jack O’PeUy 1901 H St., N. E. Washington, D.C. Chemistry Kappa Alpha Psi DCs smoothie . . . The almighty dollar, that great object of universal devotion. “To be or not to be, that is the question. LINCOLN UNIVERSITY JAMES HARRISON PATTERSON Pat 308 E. 9th St. W'inston-Salem, N. C. Biology Omega Psi Phi Doctor . ... Varsity Club 3, 4; J. V. Basketball 3; Manager 1; Baseball.Manager 2, 3. Trust thee not women, a constant source of worry . . . Life on campus is dominated by Science Hall. “You can't get something for nothing. ROBERT BURRELL PHILLIPS Bob 5214 Broad St. Pittsburgh, Penna History Omega Psi Phi Pres. Fresh, and Soph. Class; Y-Cabinet; Glee Club 1, 2, 3, 4, Pres. 3, 4; Philosophy Club; Exec. Comm. Senior Class; Social Science Club; Student Senate 2, 3. Reserved and sincere . . . Dependable and self- reliant . . . Convincing manner of speaking that demands attention and respect. “A living dog is better than a dead lion.” 1955 THADDEUS H. PHILLIPS, JR. Flip Box 56, Bricks, N. C. Biology Alpha Phi Alpha Dentistry . . . Clee Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Freshman Advisor 4; Intra mural Basketball 3, 4; Lincoln- ian 1, 2; News Editor; Student Senate 2, 3; Pan-Hellenic Council 2, 3. Moved from the city of “pawn shops to Bricks” . . . Turned “rebel” and gave up “Yankee” Privileges. “Advice to those about to marry—Don't.” 33 JAMES A. PRENTICE J. P. 2465 Waring St. Pittsburgh, Pa. Political Science Alpha Phi Alpha N.A.A.C.P. 1, 2; Football 1, 2; Philosophy Club 3, 4; Pres. Political Science Club 3, 4; Pres. Student Senate 4; Varsity Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Who’s Who in American Universities and Col- leges; Debating Team 3, 4. ‘ 1 find no sweeter fat than sticks to my bones.” “Some for the glories of this world” . . . Let's parly . . . Orator and leader. LINCOLN UNIVERSITY ALVIN W. REVELL Abby 224 N. 52nd St. Philadelphia, Pa. Political Science Kappa Alpha Psi Political Science Club 2; Philosophy Club 2; Social Science Club 3; Y-Cabinet, Publicity Head: Keeper of Records, Kappa; Lincolnian; Circulation Manager; Lion, Advertising. “Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.n ROBERT RIVERS Bobby 151 W. 145th St. New York, N. Y. Psychology Alpha Phi Alpha Philosophy Club, V. Pres. 3, 4; Lincolnian, Editor 4; Personnel Committee 4; Who’s Who in American Universities and Colleges. A great guy with great determination. “Studies serve lor Aelight, for ornament, anil for ability.” 1955 DAVID W. ROBINSON I At fie Ceasar 2421 Harlem Ave. Baltimore. Mtl. Chemistry Kappa Alpha Psi Debating team 1; Student Senate 1. 2, 3. 4: Lincoln Players 1, 2, 3, 4, V. Pres. 3. 4: Science Club, Secy.; N.A.A.C.P. 1. 2: Freshman Ad- visor 4: Who’s Who in American Universities and Colleges: Kappa Oratorical Contest; Eng- lish Award, Class 1910. The little man who was there . . . Howard- Lincoln game of 54 . . . The taste is the thing . . . Often seen on the highway headed South. “.-f the world's a stage. and all the men and women merely players” CHARLES STIMPSON, Jr. Chicago Bill 4629 Wabash Chicago, III. Physical Education Alpha Phi Alpha BERNARD E. TYSON How Basketball 1, 2, 3, 4; Varsity Club 3, 4: Intra- mural Football, Softball 1, 2. 3, 4: Dormitory Counril 1. Good sarkman . . . Snookums . . . Uses his el- bows to advuntage on the court . . . Those runs to Westchester . . . Peaches .... That laugh, and those sneezes “He had occasional flashes of silence, that made his conversation perfectly delightful. LINCOLN UNIVERSITY 27 S. 49th St. Philadelphia, Pa. Mathematics Omega Psi Phi Lincolnian 1: Track 1, 2: Intra-mural Basket- ball I, 2, 3; Lion 4. Has yet to see a week-end on campus . . . . “Let’s go Navy.” Silence is the element in which great things fashion themselves.” EDWARD E. WILLIAMS Sack-Master 2101 Bay Ridge Parkway, Brooklyn, N. Y. Philosophy Beta Sigma Tau Track 1, 2, 3; Basketball 4; Soccer 1; Y.M.C.A. Pan-Hellenic Council; Student Senate; Lincoln Players 4; Gospel Team; Philosophy Club; Sem- inary Basketball Team; Pres., Beta 4; Eliz.Train Oratorical contest. A man with a famous name .... Friendly smile topped off with a wave . . . You may not hear him, but he is there. G. HENRY WILLIAMS 6007 Callowhill St. Philadelphia, Pa. History “Grow up as soon as you can, It pays .... The only time you really live fully is from thirty to sixty. 37 NATHAN WILLIAMS 22 Oregon Ave. Trenton, N. J. Kappa Alpha Psi Glee Club 2, 3. Quiet, serious . . . Good dresser. “The greatest of faults, I should say, is to be conscious of none.” LINCOLN UNIVERSITY RUSSELL CARTER WILLIS Russ 2102 Fifth Ave. Altoona, Pa. Biology Omega Psi Phi Y.M.C.A. 1, 2, 4; Lincoln Players 3; Intra- mural Football, Basketball, Softball 1, 2, 3, 4; Philosophy Club 4. Altoona's gift to women . . . easy going. “There is such a thing as a man being too proud to fight” GLADYS D. WINFIELD Winnie 834 Chestnut St. Coatesville, Pa. Economics Effervescent and friendly ... A keen scholar . . . Miss always has a smile and a hello . . . Seventeen and never been kissed, constantly seen with “the Squire” . . . Lost best friend to a member of the ranks . . . Very outstanding. DONALD GIBBS Gibso St. Thomas, Virgin Islands Political Science Alpha Phi Alpha Political Science Club 3, 4; Philosophy Club 2, 3, 4; Baseball 1, 2; Intramural Softball 1, 2, 3, 4; Social Science Club 1, 2, 3, 4; Student Senate 4 (Health Comm.); Free Sons Party, N.A.A.C.P. Man, it’s cold outside ... A New Yorker from his heart . . . Are you hungry? “Action speaks louder than words. ANDREW 0. SMITH 3621 South Parkway Blvd. Chicago 15, Illinois Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity; John Miller Dick- ey Society; Football Team (1949-1950). A1 Jones Most radical Carlyle Mason Class Wit Ward Dade Class Scientist Boh Phillip Mr. Lincoln James Prentice Class Orator and Class Politician Russ Willis Class Lover Joe Kenney Class Athlete William Henson Most likely to succeed Joe Carter Class Writer Lewis Downing Best Personality and Class Artist David Robinson Most Popular and Class Actor N. Williams Best Dressed Ralph Lowry Class Musician and Most Studious 41 Juniors Sophomores FRESHMAN CLASS OFFICERS Back row: Robert Lewis, Secretary; Robert McKoy, Treas- urer; William Gaskill, Historian; Robert Bowen, Cabinet Chairman; Front row: Cliul Yung Cha, Vice-President; Charles Collins, President; H. Alfred Farrell, Class Ad- visor; Charles C. D. Lundy, Chaplain. SOPHOMORE CLASS OFFICERS G. K. Henry, President Richard Young, Vice-President Ernest Palmer, Historian Equity in Law, is the same that the spirit is in what everyone pleases to make it. John Selden THE LION Editor-in-Chicf________________________Ward Dade Associate Editor_______________________John Cary Literary Editor--------------Russell Willis Sports Editor ____________ Carlyle Mason Art and Photo Editor__________________Jesse Jenkins Production Manager__________Nathan Williams Business Manager Raymond Lopes Business Staff_____________ Alvin Revell Richard Huff To the members of the Lion Staff, we give our hearts and congratulations. The University student body, and particularly the senior class feel greatly indebted to them for such a mag- nicent job, well done. To Mr. Dade, editor-in- chief, goes a special vote of thanks for his tire- less efforts and perpetual drive, which contri- buted in numerous ways to the success of this book of the Century. Front Row, Left to Right: Lewis Downing, Bernard Ty- son, Jesse Jenkins, John Cary, Alvin Revell, Nathan Wil- liams, Raymond Lopes, Ward Dade, Robert Phillips, Richard Huff, Joseph Carter, Russell Willis. STUDENT SENATE The Student Senate of Lincoln University is today a living organization, taking care of the difficulties and immaturities of our campus society. Utmost discretion is employed for each detail put before the Council in order to better the development among the students and ihe campus. This also initiates and cultivates social and loyal pride to our college, community and na- tion. This establishes cordial relationships be- tween the students and the faculty, as well as better understandings both nationally and inter- nationally. The prime concern of any society is the welfare of its individuals. The Student Senate was democratically organized with this sole reason in mind and is still maintaining Chis high standard of ideals. STUDENT SENAT LINCOLNIAN The Lincolnian, has always been a pertin- ent factor among students at Lincoln. How many know of the work and disagreement that goes into this monthly publication, no one can say. But late in the night the mid-night oil is burning as the staff of 24 members can be seen, writing and rewriting, typing and checking to make its deadline. Our reward, a successful college paper. Yes, we are proud and happy too, Front Row, Left to Right: William Womack, William Henson, Dave Rob- inson, James Prentice, Lancess Me- Knight, Joe Kenney, Ralph Lowry, Carlyle Mason, A1 Jones, Johnson Akang, Kariuki Njiiri, Edward Wil- liams, and George Kimani. to know that we, the staff, have made another outstanding contribution to “our dear old orange and blue.” Left to Right: Paul Waters, Ray Lopes, Ira Wells, Al Jones, Lewis Downing, George Baldwin, Alvin Revell, Joe Carter, Robert Rivers, and Lee Brisbane. LINCOLNIAN w Guest player Bertha Jackson poses prettily. Front Row, Left to Right: Edmund Preston, Carlyle Mason, David Rob- inson, Lancess McKnight. Second Row: Stanley Braxton, Richard Brown, Joseph Kenney, John Ferguson, Alon- zo Bennett. Third Row: Isaiah Smith, George Baldwin, Richard Huff, Ed- ward Williams, Edward Butts, Jeff Jones. LINCOLN PLAYERS ABRAM HILL Director LNCOLN PLAYERS The dramatic club on Lincoln's campus, under the direction of Abram Hill, assures us of fundamental knowledge and experience in theatre. The club has traveled along the east- ern seaboard presenting productions and lutild- ing good-will for the University. The Lincoln Players is a member of both the Intercollegiate Dramatic Association and the American Educational Theatre Association. The club extends to every member of the campus the opportunity to take advantage of his natural acting talents. Players Lawson, Collins, Jones, Mason and Smith in action from The Front Page. COMMUNITY CHOIR The Community Choir ren- dering Christmas Carols at l.im-oln University. The la- dies eome from Oxford. Ken- net Square, Philadelphia. THE GLEE CLUB The Lincoln University Glee Club has come a long way in its 27 years of existance. The Glee Club has become very well known in the North- eastern part of our country through our exten- sive travels throughout this area, and frequent programs on radio and television. One of the highlights of this year was our Christmans program, which was presented with women of the community of Lincoln. Our Glee Club has been under the direction of Orrin Clayton Suthern, II since 1950. Thirty-five male voices compose this organization, of which we are justly proud. GLEE CLUB Conductor OKHIN C. SUTHHRN. II First Row, Left to Right: Jefferson Jones, Donald Kendrick. -Wesley Norton, Charles Brown, James Bron- ner, Richard Young, Ralph Lowry, William Womack Warren Grant, Jas. .Macbeth, Clyde Billington. Second Row: Isaiuh Smith. Albert Armstrong, Claude Edmonds, Dovid Waters, Arthur Rob- inson, Ira J. K. Wells, Ad- dison Taliaferro, Alonzo Bennett, and Edward Terry. Third Row: James Brume, Herman Wilson, Richard Brown, George Terrell, Robt. Bowen. Enus Andrews, Robt. Phillips, Thaddeus Phillips. Richard Greene, Stanley Braxton, Jerome Cooper and De Witt ’ Meyers. POLITICAL SCIENCE CLUB Feeling the need for representaation on campus the Political Science majors under the guidance of Dr. Moses Lukaczer, organized in 1954, the Political Science Club. The club has been quite successful with the spark provided by Mr. James Prentice. Featuring numerous speakers, the Political Science Club has been by far the most active on campus since it was organized. Political Science Cluh Front Row, Left to Right: Alvin Revcll, Joseph Carter. Raymond hopes, James Prentice, James Enty, Basil Selden, Walter Scriven, Churchman Napper, Joseph Kenny, Edward Butts. Alfonso Jones, Carlyle Mason, A. Shropshire, Donald Gibbs, George Kimani, and John Driggins. AFRICAN STUDENTS ASSOCIATION Conscious of the important role for- mer members of the Association are to- day playing in the over all political, eco- nomic and social development in various parts of Africa, the Association exists not only as a source of inspiration to African Students and center of reflection on what duties they owe to “Mother Africa,” but also to embrace Lincoln University’s new program of “not existing to serve the Negro population alone but to provide a living laboratory of International cooperation and mutual understanding through Edu- cation and Brotherhood. African Students Association Front Row, Left to Right: Karuki Njilri, Johnson Akang, George Kimani, Edward Butts, Dave Robinson and Ericht Celzen. SOCIAL SCIENCE CLUB The Social Science Club is devoted to the objective of furthering understand- ing of contemporary social problems and affairs and their relationships to everyday life. Using to full advantage the right to freedom of academic discussions, the Club has sponsored a number of panel discus- sions and lecture groups in addition to attending such discussions and lectures at other institutions. This year the group has visited such places as Swarthmore College and the United Nations. Social Science Club Front Row, Left to Right: Churchman L. Nap- per, Kariuki Njiiri, Al Jones, Word Dade, Bob Phillips. Conrad Gaskin, Alvin Revell, Joe Ken- ney, James Prentice, Ray Lopes, Lee Brisbane, Richard Preston, and Donald Gibbs. THE Y-CABINET The Y-Cabinet of Lincoln University is an affiliated branch of the National Council of Young Men’s Christian Asso- ciations of the United States. Its purpose is to create, maintain, and extend through- out the school and community high stand- ards of Christian character, to foster and promote cultural activities of the student body of the University, and to encourage athletic and recreational activities of the University. Y-Cabinet Front Row, Left to Right: Ralph Lowry, Alonzo Bennett, Ericht Cetzen, Johnson Akong, Alvin Revel!, Carlyle Mason, Robert Phillips, A1 Jones. Dave Robinson, Claude Edmonds, Kariuki Njiiri, Edward Terry. Richard Brown, Joseph Carter, Edward Williams, and James Prentice. THE PHILOSOPHY CLUB During the past year, the Philosophy Club has endeavored to bring before the students of Lincoln University, a well bal- anced program of guest speakers and panel groups. This was done in an attempt to stimulate further interest in philosophy and also to serve as an outlet for creative thought. The Philosophy Club has also planned to co-sponsor a conference similar to the one held last year, in which Dr. Emile Caillet of Princeton and Dr. Boas of Johns Hopkins were among the distinguished participants. Philosophy Club Front Row, Left to Right: Ralph Lowry, Car- lyle Mason, Dr. Elizabeth Beardsley, Robert Phillips, Al Jones, Paul Waters, Alvin Revell, Kariuki Njiiri, James Prentice, Edward Butts, George Baldwin, Joseph Carter, Jeff Jones, and Edward Williams. WHO’S WHO IN AMERICAN COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES These outstanding students were cho- sen by a campus nominating committee for their scholarship, cooperation and lead- ership in academic and extracurricular activities. The service and citizenship of these gentlemen have been outstanding in our student community. From their past per- formance, we feel that they will be the leaders of the future. They will be hon- ored nationally by inclusion in the annual volume “Who’s Who in American Colleges and Universities. Who's Who Left to Right: Robert Rivers, James Prentice, David Robinson and Richard Huff. FRESHMEN ADVISORS The Freshmen Advisors under the di- rection of Dean McRae and ably led by John Cary, concerned themselves with the task of assisting members of the fresh- men class in their orientation to University life and in successfully carrying out their college responsibilities. The work of this committee is of prime importance in the development of high un- derstanding and consequent leadership ca- pacities. Freshmen Advisors Front Row, Left to Right: Alonzo Bennett, Al- fonso Jones, David Robinson, Ward Dade, Rich- ard Huff, William Henson, Robert Phillips, and Edward Butts. VARSITY CLUB The Varsity Club boasts the largest membership of all campus organizations. It is always remembered for its annual sponsorship of the Homecoming dance. The Club’s current program includes a necktie sale project initiated to raise funds for all weather tennis courts. Varsity Club Front Row, Left to Right: David Bridgeford, Carlyle Mason, Kariuki Njiiri, A1 Jones, Joe Kenney, Conrad Gaskins, William Miles, Church- man Napper, Richard Preston, James Patterson, Kwesi Anderson, James Prentice, Blamo Gray, and William Henson. PAN-HELLENIC COUNCIL The Pan-Hellenic Council functions are a correlatory body, between the five fraternities and the Administration. The Council does not govern or regulate Fra- ternities but rather suggests and advises the ethics by which the Chapters conduct themselves together as Greeks or apart as separate organizations. The present Council has unified Hell and Rush Weeks, a volunteer Student Tu- tors Association and a Pan-Hellenic dance. Pan-Hellenic Council Front Row, Left to Right: Edward Williams, Raymond Lopes, Joseph Kenney, St. Elmo Tay- lor, Lancess McKnight, Conrad Gaskins, Lewis Downing, David Mays, William Henson, Albert Johnson, Seabron Griffin, and David Bridge- ford. What people have always sought is equality of rights be- fore the law. For rights that were not open to all alike would he no rights. Cicero FRATERNITIES KAPPA ALPHA PSI Am t iti Pul Plo HI Hoh it'll lo lU hn AMiIp llntrrll, Mflvlil It rt I. NVrlk I mirn« Mp Kiiiitltl. Wtlllmii llniouii, Inoar Trtvlm, Itovlil MmiulilPi, Inlni Uililimn. Slmifuiil Mum (mil. niul .Hmlihiii liillliii. i;MI Ill'll I loin Hon-, I pit l Mahli VrtliMii I «1 if I lit, uinn llrnvp� , Mrtvlil SIhiikIiIiM. Tlmuin� M Vitim llnoo, Inliii Wlilifikm, Nmltmi Will mill Wllllnni lll nio I ’mini- llip vlgiihilin Irittlm plilp nf ll« Pulp min k. W tlHiiiu llniimui unii VlcmPuIrmnrk. I l it WpIIp I hr UmlliPin til llip minimi Kp� t Inn (!lit«|i- Ipi nl l rt|� |in M|ilin IM lliU ypiit it in llip pnoi ititrly-ntnr yomia nl' pvIpIpupp un I.IiipuIii'p pwiii- | ii9 Piiiilimint In Piiitliiliulp muro limit ll« pIihip III lIlP wIiiiIpmIIIIP t|p p|ll|IIIIPIl| III' Pitlll|ltlP lifo wltilp p piii| lil'ylnn Ik IkipIp dim ArltlpyptiiPitl, 01? PHI BETA SIGMA I'llllld Fmnt Wiiii1, I,Hi In IIIhIiM IWncp Hmiwiip, Ktigeiip Jellor- PMhp f.7« “William lltmvit, lllnmo A. limy, win, Joe Kenny, Iliit'h Huwi Henry Jnlinwm, Kdvrln Kill , In l‘)M, til Howard Unlverplly, Wttphiuplou, I). ihrouph llm lullittilvr of Taylor, llrown mill Mow , who were limit pIiuIoiiIp, I Mil Unlit Sigma win founded iiml charted, Mu «’lutitlni of Lincoln Unlverplly wim charted In Muy IM22 x x , wllli ll molio, (In11me fur Service tuul nervice in humanity,” The iTaleruliy Inn lithoretl appldtiouely lo promote count le progrnmp of cultural mol eiliicttiimitil vnltie. A ttieilliini of cooperation among ihe (Jreek leller orgaiiUnllunp known up llm Paitdlcllenle council emt he proudly ttllrlhuled lo her lullhilive. In Hen of Ihe nlmve achievement itiul of nil uierotip ollierp yel lo he iillnlued, we rttlpe our volcep lu ihe line tradition of Sigma pinging. Our ettupe Ppeedp on IIp way.” 83 When one speaks of Fraternity and Brother- hood today it is impossible to do so without speaking of Beta Sigma Tau. Founded on May 24, 1946, Beta became the first interracial, intercultural. social National Fraternity to invade American shores. The Beta way is to American Fraternity life what the new world was to the first colonial settlers. Since its coming to Lincoln University April 7, 1949, it has greatly affected the attitude and standards of fraternity life as a whole. Its purpose is to achieve a well integrated collegiate life without discrimination of any sort. BETA SIGMA TAU 54 Beta Sigma Tau Front Row, Left to Right: Bristol Leake, Charles Williams, Ralph Lowry, Moynamiah Choudry, Lonnie Fuller, Claude Edmonds, Edward Williams and Isaiah Smith. Founded at Cornell University in 1906, Al- pha Phi Alpha has the distinction of being the oldest college fraternity originally founded for Negroes. The motto “First of All, Foremost of All, We will transcend All” expresses the stead- fastness with which the ideals of manly deeds, brotherhood, and love for all mankind are pur- sued. Nu chapter was founded and chartered in 1912. Throughout the years the men of Nu have continued as leaders in all respects, upholding the high standards of Alpha. The bond of Alpha Phi Alpha is the force that holds each brother steadfastly to Alpha’s lofty precepts. Alpha Phi Alpha Front Row, Left to Right: Thaddeus Phillips, James Prentice, William Womack, Lawrence Issard, Al Jones, Henry Mason, Harold Collier, Edmund Preston, Wil- liam Jones, David Mays, Jeff Jones, Robert Rivers, Charles Stimpson, Lee Brisbane, Ceorgc Baldwin, Ray Lopes and Lee Downing. ALPHA PHI ALPHA 55 OMEGA PSI PHI OMEGA PSI PHI Lefl to right: Paul Cannon, Ward Dade, T. Ewell, Stanley Evans, G. K. Henry, Con- rad Gaskin, George Braxton, Richard Preston, Irving Harris, Y. C. Fergerson, David Bridgeford, William Mangum, Linzy Scott, Harvey Henry and Bill Thompson. Some forty-four years have passed since the night when the initial meeting of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity was held. It was only a small group consisting of four men who met that night in Washington but the light which they ignited is still burning as bright or even more so than it did on that first night. Beta Chapter of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity was the second in existence and never has she failed to uphold the four cardinal principles of scholarship, manhood, perseverence and uplift. With graduation at hand Beta again feels the pain of losing several brothers. We sincerely hope, however, that our loss will be the world’s gain. f: Quarterback Carlyle Mason (32) scores for Lions against Shaw. Fakes l y Mumford and McCoy and key block by Al Johnson help make play a success. Lions won 25-6. Joe Kenney and Carlyle Mason collaborate to bring down Shaw ball carrier. Jim Enty throws a block for Jordy Ewell (22) who makes long gain against Shaw. FOOTBALL First Row. Left to Right: James Enty. Charles Brown, Richard Creene, Paul Peeler, Carlyle Mason. Leslie Wiggins, Addison Taliaferro. Richard Preston, Mgr. Second Row: Bob Davis, Trainer, Alljert Johnson, Jordan Ewell, Donald Earle, Henry Mason. Joseph Kenney, David Slaughter, Robert McCoy, (iarl Barnes. Ralph Cato. Third Row: Randolph Matthews, David Bridgeford, James Brame. Stanford Mumford, John Durham, James Cooke. Frazier Taylor, John Whitaker, Richard Wilson, Bruce Whitley. Dick Wilson, Guard and Tackle Big Jim Cooke, End Last September coaches Gardner and Hunter found themselves faced with a dismal situation. The football squad consisted of only 25 men, and most of these were inexperienced. Lady Luck dimmed the Lions’ hope further when two first- stringers, Cooke and Bridgeford, were forced to remain out of action for part of the season because of injuries. Despite these handicaps, the team compiled a commendable record, losing only 3 games. The Lions finished the season in the black by edging Howard 6-0 on Thanksgiving Day. The courage and determination displayed by these men and their coaches was most deserving of the happy ending. 1954 FOOTBALL SCHEDULE Lincoln 7 27 Opponents Kings College 7 0 6... 25 13 Delaware State 18 2. Hampton 6 39 19 25 Shaw 6 6 Howard 0 Boh McCoy smashes into host of Shaw tackier to pick up first down. First Row, Left to Right: Clarence Guy, Churchman Napper, Wil- liam Henson, David Walker, Conrad Gaskins. Second Row, Coach Bill Hunter, Eugene Jefferson, Albert Johnson, James Cooke, Leon Adams, Charles Stimpson, Richard Wilson, Mgr. Dave Walker’s set shot is almost blocked. BASKETBALL Coach Bill Hunter’s charges got off to a shaky start but showed improvement as the sea- son moved along. Two recent contests resulted in victory for the Lion Five—one over Bloom- field College of New Jersey, the other a close 79-78 decision over Hampton Institute. With five games remaining and the Lions seemingly hitting their stride, a few upsets may be forthcoming. It certainly would be good to make that tournament in North Carolina. Lion’s Jim Cooke lays one up against Moravian. From Row; Isaiah Smith, Jesse Taylor, Buck Row; Norman W. Norton, En richt M. Getzen. TRACK SOCCER The soccer team turned in a praiseworthy performance while completing a six game sche- dule. The Lions stopped Kings College twice in decisive wins and also notched a victory over Philadelphia Textile. Two losses to a brilliant Howard team and a close reversal by Trenton State were turned into exciting games by the Lions’ game play. Next year’s squad will miss the services of the class of ’55’s members, Chuka Okoye and co-captain Prince Brown. Stanford Mumford, Jim Cooke and Coach Hunter. Lincoln ended last track season by taking second place in the annual CIAA championship meet held at Morgan State. The Lion cindermen could not keep up with Morgan’s nationally known speedsters in the flat races but showed up well in the field events. Outstanding performances by Cooke, Mumford and Adams, in the discus throw, high jump and pole vault, were responsible for Lincoln’s high placement at the meet. With these men and several other veterans on hand. Lincoln’s Orange and Blue should wave among the top colors in track competition. First Row, left to hight; Charles Williams, Donald Kendricks, Carl Barnes, Da- vid Rice, Second Row; Ro- land Fisher, Henry Mason. Stanford Mumford, Addison Taliaferro. WRESTLING Although the wrestling team lost five Cl A A champions in last year’s graduating class, they should still enjoy a successful season in confer- ence competition. Thus far in the current season, the Lion mat men have lost to two very good teams from West Chester State and Lock Haven but gained a tie against Morgan in a CIAA match. Several freshmen squad members, who pro- mised to improve with experience, should insure Lincoln a bright future in the grunt and groan game. The class of 1955 is especially proud of Hank Mason, a member of this class and captain of the present wrestling team. BASEBALL Lady Luck did not go to bat for the Lions this past season, for they played a complete schedule without coming out on top once. Despite the dismal record, many Lincolnites showed fight and skill on the field and furnished stiff competi- tion for several first rate teams. The 1956 squad will miss the services of captain Joe Kenney, a member of the Class of ’55. 62 AFTERTHOUGHTS Wherever there is a human being, I see Godgiven rights inherent in that being, whatever may be the sex or com- plexion. William Lloyd Garrison Frank T. Wilson Dean, School of Religion Howard University Lincoln Alumnus JUSTICE JUSTICE IS INDIVISIBLE Unabridged justice in all human relation- ships is essential for maintaining the stability of social institutions and for enhancing the full- est development of individuals. Deep in the na- ture of man is the spirit of resistance to any forces that might restrict his creative activity or limit his right to full cultivation of his abili- ties and constructive utilization of his skills for the common good. The idea of justice involves proper respect for the dignity of man. It stimulates enlightened concern for the inner quality of a free society. It extends from the local precinct to the ends of the earth. It demands that all persons exercise their gifts and explore their interests within a context which provides equality of opportunity and unimpeded access to all privileges,'obliga- tions, and resources integral to a responsibly humane existence. The spirit of justice is spurred by the opera- tion of a quickened public conscience; it is out- raged by all violations of fundamental human rights. It is supported by the testimony of truth; it is supplanted by the encroachments of false- hoods and deception. It is nurtured by genuine concern for one’s neighbor; it is negated by blind disregard for the well-being of one’s fellowmen. The ways of justice are fashioned in the hearts and minds of men. None of these can be denied to any segment of any population without generating fears, arousing resentments, and ulti- mately destroying the real foundations of real community. The structure of justice may be embodied in the ideals and sentiments of common men, in the rule of law and in the functions of demo- cratic government, will be the final assurance that we may live and work and carve out a noble destiny beyond the reach of those who would dare to be the killers of our dream. The sinews of a nation are strengthened, and all of its people enriched, by receiving from the hands of all its children the full fruits of their intel- lectual, artistic, and technological resourceful- ness. What high privilege for individuals and institutions to be dedicated to the awakening of this spirit in the minds of men, and the build- ing of the this structure in the affairs of men! Frank T. Wilson i 64 Bristol Leake, ’55, receives the 1954 Drama Award from stage and screen star Hilda Simms. Miss Simms was a guest of the Lincoln Players for their presen- tation of The Last Mile. David Bridgeford, Beta Chapter Basileus, presents Ome- ga Psi Phi Fraternity Award for meritorious service to Julius Thomas. Mr. Thomas works in industrial relations for the Urban League. The Honorable William B. S. Tubman, President of Liberia pays a visit to Lincoln. Dr. Bond and Presi- dent Tubman are in the center. Mr. Raymond Overton receives thanks from Stu- dent President James Prentice for three television sets presented to the student body by the General Alumni Association. OUTSTANDING EVENTS 65 When Good Fellows get To- gether. Nothing like relaxation. Rabble Session. An enviable position. HAPPY MEMORIES A whole bunch of Queens. Swarthmore’s Charming Visi tor. Camera Hounds Mr. Photog and the future? Cheer from Delaware State. Who’s what now? The morale squad, The workmen, You’re wrong mon! v- i. Cliowhounds. Get off your material, Duzzy. Miss Homecoming and attend- ants. Cheering for our opponents. Cheering for us—no wonder | we lose. Mrs. Simons was out so The Group. Sing it! I can take that one. The rabble. NEVER Njiiri greets Dr. Azikive, Prime Minister of Nigeria. TO BE FORGOTTEN Compliments and Best Wishes to the Graduating Class of Lincoln University 19 5 5 THE NATIONAL BANK OF OXFORD OXFORD, PENNSYLVANIA Member Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation L. K. PHILIPS SON FLORIST E. Market Street OXFORD, PA. Goldstein’s Fruit and Produce Company 120-22 N. Eighth Avenue COATESVILLE, PA. Kline’s Coat-Apron Towel Service S. M. CROWN 4100 FRANKFORD AVENUE PHILADELPHIA, PA. Compliments of Lincoln University Club of New York, Inc, 200 WEST 135 STREET NEW YORK CITY 30, N. Y. 71 C. J. SHARPLESS Wholesale Serving CLUBS - HOTELS RESTAURANTS - SHIPS 12 and 14 S. Front Street PHILADELPHIA 6, PA. 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