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Editori (The following editorials were contributed by memb umn. The Gamecock will be pleased to receive your ed and letters must be signed. Names will not be publish all submissions.) Mutual Respect As days go by, the necessity for close co operation between the members of the fac ulty and the students becomes more ap parent. But, also, a growing attitude of in dependence of all authority becomes more noticeable in the latter group in general. This is not in agreement with long-used and well established precedents in the field of edu cation. For complete harmony to exist on a cam pus on which more than forty-five hundred souls daily congregate, certain agreements must also be reached daily. Naturally, due to the variety of activities involved, there will be occasional conflicts between student and administrative officer. When such things occur they should not be considered as world-shaking events in which to give one inch of ground would mean the com plete destruction of one's principles. Com promises are inevitable, and with a little sane study may be worked out smoothly to the satisfaction of all. At times both groups have to give in on some minor point, but this too is an inevitable occurrence and should be considered as just that. There are, of course, some matters on which there can be little compromise. The current controversy on speakers for .student convocations is a case in point. The issue is too broad for adequate treatment here, but it boils down to whether or not the student Home Advertising It is helpful and appropriate to have maps and diagrams of the campus spotted in con venient places in the halls of the University. No one can quarrel with the idea. The trouble is that many of those currently dis played are of no more than historic interest. The map in the lobby of Maxcy College, for example, is one of the many which are years out of date. The University has grown by leaps and bounds during the past few years, and we Check and Double ( Of course this does not concern you, for YOU are honorable. It has been necessary for the local cafe teria to slow down the service because some of the students have a lack of honor. Those of you who have eaten at the cafe teria in the past know the system of check ing meal tickets has been by simply allowing a student to pass by the cash register if he showed a meal ticket. Now this plan must go-for our students have abused the sys tem. Dorm Janitors There has been controversy on the subject of the janitorial situation. Here are the facts. There are at present fifty-eight janitors on the campus, exclusive of the women's dormitories. Eleven of them are assigned to cleaning the men's dorm,itories, and the remainder are distributed among the class rooms, the yards, the libraries, etc. The sal ary of these men was, in 1941, $11.00 per~ week, for 8 hours of work a day. Today this same job pays $21.00, an increase of only $10.00 in four years of greatly in creased living expenses. A Veteran's Viewpa A new height of indifference mmeso h seems to have been reached by themutbprsn Student Council of the Univer- igocr n sity. Utter disregard for the vot-eneooeorm ing privileges accorded the stu-cabenvoeC dents by the Constitution and afuan dtil complete lack of responsibility cucloee *ere obvious in the inefficientaponehur methods used in the attempted wsntfrho freshman run-offs recently. ofterlote The blame can not be placedtolaeorcs( * ~entirely upon the present mem- bxwslf e bers of the council, for similarma hvecn * situations have arisen in the past.blnbaotan Only last year one of the class vrcaieaw elections was contested because, tearaylt through an oversight and a neg- teitrmbt lect to check the ballots, the candi-uranrer,a dates for one of the offices weremeweespl left offL This was not the caseigbeasth this time, but the vote was con tstd, agin for an entirely dif-uslpacofc *orent point. a od fblo mus W# '~M~S~isae h t e areslt o in cur n Speaking Drs of the student body for possible use in this col, itorial ideas on subjects of timely interest. Editorials ed after editorial matter. We reserve the right to edit should have the opportunity of hearing views on . current topics which are not in accord with the views of the administration. We think that the answer must be "yes," and not "under certain conditions" or "some times" or perhaps "never." In most instances, however, it will be found that the faculty is moving in the di rection in which the University of South Carolina has always moved: to a place of leadership in this State which supports it. Many of our professors are experienced in matters of this State and are thoroughly ac quainted with the demands South Carolina makes of its University as to public policies. They must be aware that, as The Univer sity, this institution is always in the lime light as the educational center of this State, and as such, should at all times be in accord with the principles of its students, its state, and its state's people. We are not here merely as students; we represent the way of life in our state. The faculty seems to realize this and -we must all come to understand it. This University cannot become a stage across which all the neo-liberal ideas of the universe nimbly trip, for South Carolina is not made of such. Now is the time for each student and each faculty member to resolve to respect the other, for gs one distinguished member of the latter group so aptly put it: "This Uni versity is my life work, and all that it is is what its graduates make it. If they do not amount to anything, then my work has been for nothing." C. G. are proud of its growth. Sims College is one of the largest and finest dormitories for women in South Carolina; Preston College is probably the best dormitory for men in the state; the McKissick Library is considered to be one of the South's finest structures of its kind. Yet none of these buildings, the finest and most modern on the campus, are shown on some of the maps. It would be a service to the school if some public spirited group on the campus would make it their business to see that the out dated maps and blue prints of the Uni versity plant were replaced with others which pay tribute to our splendid school. I. S. 3Aheck Too often meal tickets were passed from person to person and used as many times as desired during one meal, with the loss going to the operators of the cafeteria. At one dollar a (lay or the average of thirty five cents a meal this loss mounts up to a considerable deficit. Now the system has been temporarily changed, but another, as yet announced, will be instituted. Of course, YOU are not to blame, for you are honorable. Mr. K(elly, the marshal, says that the rea son for the poor service received in some of the dlormitories, is because "the salary is still too low. No .ianitor of any worth can be secured for that low a figure." In order for the grounds around the Uni versity to remain in good repair they must necessarily be continuously cleaned, and the grass must be mowed. This requires a c'on siderable amount of work. The same ap plies to the liv'ing quarters of the male stu dents. These (dormitories must be cleaned every day without fail. If getting this little matter attended to requires raising the sal ary of these men, then means of raising the appropriation should be formulated and act edl upon immediately. B. M. By ED MOE Student Council hazard procedure a new election when the ballot- day to determine the freshmen vithout the pres- officers had to bo held. It is, and re members there probably always will be, a detri.. st. Several faith- ment to those running for office to persons on the be forced to campaign for an ad he polls at the ditional length of time, all because but when relief of a stupid mistake on the part of ning at the end those entrusted to run our student period, they had government. s; thus the ballot The Constitution calls for the indl "to whom it Student Council to be the only ~rned," and the voting managers, but apparently list of students the Student Council is either too iy to classes by small or not interested enough to keepers. During see that the .iob Is effectively car sen their depart- riedl out. In view of the fact that a number of fresh- number of these student governs deprived of vot- ment officers offer themselves for ODK Circle (the another office while on the stu daigslcin)ent council, perhaps it would be istng eletios)wise, just, and more efficient if 5, etc. some other responsible group were all of this hap- placed in car.... SAFU!wr "I'm On A SHOITAGE oF TIGER Me AT Question o By BEN i Question: WHAT ARE YOUR IDE. MENT AT U. S. C.?... Answers: Marion Watson - Sophomore Navy student: "I think student government at Carolina is very good at the present time, but it could have more power." Albert B. Lott-Senior: "It doesn't seem to me that the stu dents have a student government." Candy Taylor-Junior-Business Manager of the Gamecock: "Stu dent government here at Carolina is just a figure head for what's really being done by the faculty." Bill Keith-Junior: "What Stoo oodent government?" Wallace Coleman-Graduate stu dent: "I think student government is doing a wonderful job at Caro lina. More people should take an interest in what's going on. Take a look at this recent musician's "Black-list deal." Elihee Emonica - Sophomore. Middleweight boxing champion at U.S.C.: "I think that there isn't enough interest in student govern. ment shown by the students. Look at myself-I'm not fully aware of what's going on." Edgar Nelson-Junior: "I think the student government is good but it would be much better with the faculty's cooperation." Bob Richards -- Sophomore Former Navy student at Carolina: "Because of the fact that the aver age student is more matured than in previous years, the student gov ernment should have practically Letters To Here's a poem (?) on the GamI still timely, since wve can never groa The Tiger came to show his stuff, The pace wvas fast, the game wvas ri The Tiger roared, growled and crie< All of his bag of tricks he tried. He tried to pass, to run, to kick, But of course was stopped by the C The Rooster crowed loudly and sht He overwhelmed the Tiger--my, wI lie sent the Cubs scattering, backw Back farther and farther, back past Now the roar of the Tiger has chan 'Cause the Gamecock knew when tc THlE-GA ~CROWING F0I UNIVERSITY OF E Founded January 30, 1908, wIth Robert Ellic COCK is published by and for the students tumble semi-weekly. Tuesday and Saturday, examination. Editorial and business offices are tocated in tising rates are 65 cents an ineh. Deadlines p. mo. Wednesday; news and sports, 3 p. m. sorial and society. 3 p. mn. Friday; news and Opinsons expressed by columnIsts and letter-wr COCK. PublishIng does not constitute an endm CH ARLES H. WICKENBEI MARY E. SHOUN. .... ... MIKE KARVELAS....... MARIAN RODGERS .. CHICK SHIELS......... MARY SAYE GASTON... CANDY TAYLOR... Soft Diet" STE AeK SpeC IA L F the Week IcGUINN &S OF STUDENT GOVERN unlimited powers. Figuratively, we haVe a student government, but technically, we do not." Laura Roberts - Junior: "We would have a wonderful student. government, if there were more cooperation on the sides of both the students and the faculty." George ...DeLoy-Senior: "To function properly, student govern ment should have more coopera tion from students as well as more respect from the administration." "Cookie" VanBenthuysen - Ju nior-Co-ed: "I think that Student government at Carolina should be given complete charge, and the faculty and administration act as advisors rather than, as it is now, those with the last word." Snookie Kirkland-Junior-Co-ed: "Considering recent student gov ernment activities and accomplish ments I think the student govern ment is doing a wonderful job." Bill Bennett - Senior-President of Campus Radio station: "Student government in the past has been very effective at U.S.C. because Carolina students have tradition ally demanded, not begged, for what they want. This would hold true today with a more closely knit student body. With a little more organization the students un der our present system of student government could be much more .powverful and have a stronger voice in both University and State policies than we realize." The Editor cock's latest victory. I think it is v tired talking about that game. )ugh. I, amecock chick. 'wed his might, Lat a sight! ards to roll, the goal. ged to a purr, sink In his spur. -DUARD BARWICK. MECOCK t A GREATER lOUTH CAROLINA it Coniales as the first editor, THE GAME. at the Uni,ersity, of South Carolina in Co. during the college year axcept holidays and the east basement of Sims dormitory. Ad,e. for Saturday editUon; editorial and society. 3 Ihursday. Deadlines for Tuesday edition; edi. sports. 5 p. m. Sunday. Itre are not necessarily those of THE GAME. rsement although the right to edit is reserved, tG, JR.. . EDITOR-IN-CHIEF . .. ...MANAGING EDITOR . .. .......NEWS EDITOR . ...... .SOCIETY EDITOR . ... .....SPORTS EDITOR .... ...FEATURE EDITOR ..BUSINESS MANAGER uldrhs nioate I am not one to complain, but I have just had the lousiest trick of the week pulled on me. Of course it's my job but it certainly would help out if I could know a little bit in advance about writing my column. This Is not planned or plotted so if you don't like what I've put down so far don't go on. Brethren, that was one game Thursday! I saw In the paper that almost 5,000 people crashed the gate, no doubt to go and sit in the half filled student section. I just can't understand why they reserved so many seats for the students. I suggest that we cut th'e number of stu dent places in half and ALL stay home and listen to the game over the radio. Yesterday -was the first time that I've ever sat in ten people's laps at once. AH! SWEET MISERY OF LIFE I've often wondered just exactly how the medical pro fession classifies the old and well known Hangover with in it's terminology. Surely, there must be a more digni fied term for it, and, surely, there must be a cure for it (anyone knowing. one please report to Gamecock office and report same). This naturally brings up women, Carolina women nat urally. I've heard that Carolina women were the original soft drink gals, anything from 7 up will do. Don't feel hurt gals, it's just that I'm bitter today. All this adds up to a point, filling space, which up to now I'm not doing too well. I guess that there are only * two alternatives, either I scrape up a story or go ab stract. I think I prefer the former. I know that all of you have heard of the government helping out the veterans so far as jobs are concerned. No dofibt many of the readers have belonged to the 52-20 club, not to mention writers, job placement bu reau's, etc. This story is a sad tale of one veteran who lost out completely, simply because of sectionalism. HERE WE GO AGAIN! The story begins on a war-torn isle in the Pacific, far away from the run of ships. A brave boy is standing, his face grim thinking of the job he must do, but brave as all men of his calibre are. The USO must go on no matter if it is on Treasure Island. Well, to ease his strain he felt he must get something to take his mind off his job, so he bought a monkey. This monkey had led a hard life, and finding someone who loved it was a boon that only a monkey could understand. Mike, for that was the soldier's name, loved the monkey with a love that only a person named Mike could understand. He took the monkey everywhere and loved it like a brother. Finally it came time for the soldier to go home; sixty five points overseas and thirty-six at home. Back he came to the fields he loved so well and once more he V worked the cotton patch where, as a child, he had labored. Well, Mike had become so attached to the monkey that - when he went out to plow, or work in the field in any, he would take his monkey with him. On his third month home he found his inspiration, on which this entire story - hinges. FOR THE LUVVA MIKE He had gone out to pick cotton and as was his custom, he took his little monkey along. He was busily engaged in the process of cotton picking when he happened to look down and see that every time he picked a boll the monkey would pick one, too. That night long after his usual sleeping time, Mike was awake sewing on a little bag for his monkey to carry on his back the next day. The next day dawned bright and beautiful and Mike and Erasmus, for that was what he had named his monkey, went out into the fields. Well sir, do you know that little Erasmus picked one hundred and fifty pounds of cotton that day, and that ain't bad for a li'l monkey. The idea hit him! Why not, thought he, train a whole bunch of monkeys to pick cotton and relieve all these poor farmers from that back-breaking work? The idea * struck him as being so clever that he could hardly wait 'til morning to come so that he could go in and check with Mr. Johnston, the local banker. He not only could help the farmers, but he could retire on all the profits he would reap. Morning finally came and Mike climbed into his car and rushed into town to lay his scheme before the bank er. He arrived as Mr. Johnston was entering his office and rushed up to him telling him he had to see him immediately. The banker in his kindly fashion invited him in and listened to his proposal. Mike laid the plan out, telling him how he could train his monkeys to pick cotton, but that he needed some money to put the scheme through. The banker's eyes gleamed as Mike went on elaborating on the possibili ties and telling him that he only needed ten thousand .' dollars to make this a reality. Finally Mike came to the end of his story, and awaited the verdict from Mr. Johnston. TO MAKE A SHORT STORY LONG The banker looked at him long and sadly and told him, "Mike, I realize your scheme is foolproof, but, son, I just can't lend you the money for your plan." Mike was, of course, crushed, and said, "But, sir, you said that the scheme was fool-proof, why can't you lend me the money ?", .The banker replied in his most fatherly tone, "Son, it's like this: You probably could train those m<mkeya I'm not denying that, but, son, you have to lo'ok to the future. I'm a man who has to do that. Just as soon as you got those monkeys trained and out in the fields you know what would happen? Some damyankee would hear~ about it, call 'em slaves, nd coem down .a fre them..