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Official Paper Of Texas A&M College And College Station The Battalion PUBLISHED DAILY IN THE INTEREST OF A GREATER A&M COLLEGE Published by The Students Of Texas A&M For 73 Years Number 44: Volume 52 COLLEGE STATION (Aggieland), TEXAS THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 1951 Price Five Cents A Bath For Sully South’s Rise May Fold; Congress Action Rumored The South will not rise agaain—at least if Congress has anything to do with it, the latest rumo has it. It is said that the next session of Congress is going to ask that it be illegal to fly a confederate flag on an automo bile. Seemingly the congressmen, per rumor, want to ban the little decals being sold now in the Southern states, and all over the nation. The next step would probably be to rule out such things as the confederate army hat being sold on the campus. Then following this step it would only seem right to ban all articles of clothing that are of the confederate gray shade. Just think, millions of people going broke because the South can’t rise again. 25 Percent of Fish May Get Probation Approximately 25 per cent of the er extra-curricula activities. Wilkins to Take Bowden’s Post freshman class is expected to go on scholastic probation at mid term, announced Dr. John R. Ber- trand, dean of the Basic Division. This is a slightly larger number than in previous years because of increased requirements set up by the Executive Committee, Bertrand explained. In former years scholas tic requirements were placed at 10- 10; however, this year the require ment has been raised to 12-12. None Dropped “No student in the Basic Divi sion will be dropped from college at mid-term, provided he has shown a willingness to make his grades,” Bertrand said. Call to quarters is being observ ed in the Basic Division. Bertrand estimated that from 15- 20 percent of the freshmen had been missing the study hours to attend dancing lessons, home town meetings, and to take part in oth- It would be a bad thing if the statue of Lawrence Sullivan know n to A&M students as “Sully”, should object to a bath. Freshman students have taken their chore of washing the figure which stands in front of the Academic Building to heart and are doing it quite regular ly. About every week or so one of the l(i fresh man units sends a delegation over to bathe and polish old “Sully.” The usual question that, arises, however, when the bath is given, who gets the most water, “Sully” or the freshmen? Veteran’s Land Fund Measure Passed Only By ASSOCIATED PRESS Late returns from Tuesday’s state constitution amendments elec tion showed no change today from earlier trends. Defeated were proposals allow ing establishment of a pension plan for county officials, the University of Texas more freedom in invest ing its permanent funds, an in- <rease in the state welfare ceiling and taxes for rural fire fighting. Only proposal to win approval was that boosting by $75 million the amount of bonds which could be issued to help veterans finance farm and ranch purchases. Latest Vote The latest vote recorded by the Texas Election Bureau: Countv pensions, 64.938 for. 120,- 670 against; University fund, 85,- 678 for, 97,626 against; rural fire prevention, 66,786 for. 117,002 against: welfare boost, 84,136 for. 108,289 against, and veterans’ land fund, 99,807 for, 86,899 against. The Texas Election Bureau said it possibly would issue another tabulation during the day, depend ing on whether significant votes were reported. In Austin, Land Commissioner Bascom Giles urged veterans to “proceed carefully and sensibly with plans to buy land under the expanded program. “Take a good look at it. Re member you will have to pay every dollar of it.” Would Realize Profit He said the state eventually would realize a profit in dollars and cents as well as offering an opportunity to 30,090 veterans. Giles estimated the new 7 money will be enough to care for land purchases for at least the next four years. The state will make loans repayable in 40 years at 3 per cent interest. The $25 million in bonds author ized by the original veterans’ land program has been used up. More than 4,000 veterans received 7 loans. About 4.000 applicants now are on the waiting list. In the legislative races, eight candidates appeared assured of election with four district contests still in doubt. Duval County, object of much scrutiny after almost each election, did it again Tuesday. It turned in the usual lopsided vote. On the balloting tor five pro posed constitutional amendments, here was the report late last night: 220-9, 220-6, 220 r 8, 219-9 and 220-8, all favoring the amendments. “We just didn’t get enough votes, although w 7 e waged as good a fight as w r e could with the means at our ' disposal.” That w 7 as the comment of Rep. Doyle Willis of Tarrant County (Fort Worth) when it appeared certain that the proposal to raise (See AMENDMENTS, Page 2) ELECTION RESULTS By ASSOCIATED PRESS Latest election results in the vote for Texas’ five con stitutional amendments, as recorded by the Texas Election Bureau, are as follows: ® County Pensions: Approval — 64,938, Against — 120,670. • University Fund: Approval—85,678, Against—97,626. • Rural Fire Prevention: Approval—66,786, Against— 117,002. • Welfare Boost: Approval—84,136, Against—108,289. • Veterans’ Land Fund: Approval — 99,807, Against— 86,899. Gov. Shivers Calls Nov. 22 Thanksgiving Austin, Nov. 15—(TP)—Gov ernor Allan Shivers has made it official. Nov. 22 is Thanks giving in Texas. Next year, under a new state law, Thanksgiving will be the last Thursday in November. Shivers had announced last sum mer he would proclaim Nov. 22 as the official day this year. His proclamation said: “Whereas, Thanksgiving is one of the most revered of our national and state holidays, and its appro priate observance is a custom deep ly engrained in the heritage of America and Texas; and “Whereas, almost since the in ception of this great nation the people of practically all states have each year set aside one day for giving thanks for the many bene fits of life w 7 e enjoy in this great land; “Whereas, for almost a century Thanksgiving has been a national holiday observed throughout our nation; and “Whereas, all the people of Tex as and of these United States have many things for which to give thanks in this year of 1951, includ ing our many freedoms w r hich we cherish so dearly; and “Whereas, the fourth Thursday (22nd) has been proclaimed as the national holiday and generally will be observed instead of the fifth Thursday (29th) throughout the nation; “Now therefore, I, Allan Shivers, as govemor of the state of Texas, do hereby proclaim Thursday, No vember 22, 1951, as Thanksgiving Day in and for the state of Texas.” The study requirement has been changed allowing only students not on probation to have one night out each week. If a student takes his night out he must be back in his dormitory by 9 p. m. Only An Estimate Exact figures on the number of freshmen on probation have not been compiled. Twenty-five per cent was only an estimate made by Dr. Bertrand. Generally, the, incoming student does not know what to expect in college, and therefore makes low marks at the beginning of the year, Bertrand explained. Many freshmen come to college expect ing to loaf as they might have done in high school, he added. Royal Couple Hear of Texas By ASSOCIATED PRESS Princess Elizabeth and the Duke of Edinburgh during their hurried visit to Wash- i n g t o n talked with five Texas congressmen and their wives, hearing a good deal about the Lone Star State. At the British Embassy’s big reception for the royal couple, Princess Elizabeth asked Rep. Tom Pickett of Palestine from what state he came. The tall, friendly East Texan smiled and drawled out, “Texas, ma’m.” Lt. Col. Taylor Wilkins New Assistant Commandant School Dental Tests Held A&M Consolidated School stu dents were given the second of a series of weekly dental examina tions yesterday. The examinations are sponsored by the Mothers and Dads Club of the school. Results of the tests yesterday, conducted by Dr. A. B. Cathcart, have not been announced yet. In examinations made at the school last week, of 72 pupils test- ed, it was found that 26 needed teeth cleaned. The examinations filso revealed that 51 of the pupils had a total of 89 cavities which needed immediate attention. The dental condition of each child is recorded on his health record, and in each case where correction is needed, parents will be advised as toi the type of den tal care or treatment recommended. Lt. Col. M. P. Bowden To Leave Duty Here 4,600-Man Cadet Corps Will Parade In Houston Saturday By JOEL AUSTIN Battalion Managing Editor It will be Corps Trip number two for the 1951 football season Fri day, Saturday, and Sunday as the cadet corps embarks for Houston and the Rice football game with fond hopes of seeing the Aggies capture their first Southwest Con ference victory. A 14-20 upset victory by TCU spoiled the first Corps Trip in Fort Worth earlier this season. Football prognosticators say the Aggies still have the favored posi tion in the Rice game, however an upset victory by the Owls looms as a big threat. Corps To March The corps of cadets, some 4,600 strong, will march down the main business area of Houston at 10 a. m. Saturday. Assembly area for the parade will be the 600-800 blocks of Texas Avenue. This area is one block west of the Rice Hotel.iment will be sixth, followed by A reviewing stand will be locat-1 the Armor-Engineer Regiment lin ed two blocks south of Rice Hotel | der the leadership of Roy Striekert. between Rusk and Walker streets. In the stand will be officials of A&M, Rice, and military inspec tors from Washington, D. C., who will be on the campus for a routine inspecition of the ROTC program here. Following the Corps Staff and Maroon and White bands will be the Seventh Regiment commanded by Lynn Stuart. Next in formation will be the J. W. Dalston-led Infan try Regiment. Air Force Next The First and Second Air Force Wings will be next in line, com manded by Harold Chandler and John Wright respectively. Howard Kruse’s Composite Reg- College Station Community Chest Lags Behind $10,000 Goal, Time Extended The College Station Community bution is appreciated, although will be well spent,” said Zinn. Participating organizations help Chest drive has been extended un- some groups report that many are The Boy and Girl Scouts organ- feed and clothe needy school chil- til Dec. 1, according to Bennie A. giving a whole day’s pay, Zinn izations will get the largest por- dren, allow for funds when disas- Zinn, publicity chairman. A total said. tions of the money collected, re- ter strikes, and provide help when of $7,100 had been collected “The amount of the contribution ceiving 22.5 percent and 20 per- accidents occur. If a family is un- through the original closing date, is not the important thing. We cent respectively. The College Sta- able to meet hospital bills, a pro- with the business district unreport- would like to see everyone in the tion Recreational Fund has been gram has been worked out where- local community participate. Those allocated 9 percent of the total. by the doctor will donate his ser- that have not been contacted are Forty-one percent of the total vices and the hospital will mini- urged to give their contributions drive collections will be distribut- mize its bill. Needy cases need to any member of the Chest Com- ed among seven local charity or- never be turned away because of mittee or to send them to Johnny ganizations. Those participating in- lack of funds. Longley, College Station, said elude the Brazos County TB Asso-. „„ , Zinn. ‘ ciation, Salvation Army, Crippled . Members of the local commit- u , “The Dec. 1 extension,” the Children’s Fund, and the Brazos t ® e . are as follows; J. G. McGuire, may haie an opportunity to con- c h a i rma n added, “was believed ne- County Hospitalization Fund. chairman, J. B. Longley, se oie- tnbute. cessary in order that all of the Also participating in the drive ^ r y-U'easurer; V. L. Schember, 100 Percent Contributors participating organizations might are the Needy Children’s Fund, ^ ; L 7 j hTv'e E Vezev' operate with uncut budgets the American Cancer Society, and c 3;’ AV Y. Ju ’ y ' '. d G Many departments on the cam- throughout the year. Each group’s the College Station Chest Charity p 7 ,, a( u’ , on t Gol pus and many of the local business request has been screened by the Fund. All of these organizations ’ " ' ’ 7 firms have had 100 percent parti- committee, which believes that all provide aid to local people in time M. P. Bowden; Lloyd Smith; and cipation in the drive. Any contri- the money asked for its needed ajid of need. Tom Taylor. ed Goal for the drive has been set at $10,000. Only 71 percent of this total has been subscribed to date. The Community Chest committee has decided to continue the drive in order that all citizens of the area Army Group To Inspect A&M Friday Inspectors from the Depart ment of the Army, Washing ton, D. C., will make an in formal inspection of the corps Friday. Col. Joe E. Davis, Commandant, said that there would be no special formations or cere monies for the inspection. Maj. Gen. Hugh Milton, execu tive officer for ROTC and ORC Affairs, and Lt. Col Gustav M. Bacharach, chief of the ROTC div ision wll be present, accompanied by Dr. Elvis Sta.hr and Dr. John R. Richards, special assistants to the Secretary of the Army. Also here for the inspection will be Col. A. S. Wilder, Fourth Army Headquarters, and Col. C. L. Hilton Jr., of the Texas Military District. The inspecting party will be in the reviewing stand Saturday, Nov. 17, for the Corps parade in Hous ton. The freshman band and 15 com pany Freshman Regiment will be last in the procession, led by Grady Smallwood. Students have been askd by Corps Opei’ations Officer Billy Turner to be at the assembly area not later than 9 a. m. so all units can be lined up and ready) to move out at 10 a. m. sharp. Line of March The "line of march will be as fol lows: From the assembly area right on Main Street and down Main Street past the reviewing stand to Bell Avenue, the dismissal area. The entire parade will cover only nine blc :ks. Prescribed uniforms for the corps trip parade will be number one uniform with white gloves. Green overseas caps will be worn, while officers are required to carry sabres. (See CORPS TRIP, Page 2) By JOHN WHITMORE Battalion Editor Lt. Col. Taylor Wilkins has been named to replace Lt. Col. Marion P. Bowden as as sistant commandant of the college. The change will take place Dec. 7, 1951, Col. Joe E. Davis, commandant said. Colonel Bowden is transferring to the Adjutant General’s Department of the state. He originally took over the job of assistant commandant Sept. 22, 1950 when Colonel Davis was recalled to active duty. When he takes over in his new position in December, Colonel Bowden will be the Adjutant of Texas. Until December, Colonel Wilkins will work with Colonel Bowden. Bowden’s successor has been serving as the military counselor for the Athletic Bat talion. He was assigned to this duty during the 1950-51 school year. Prior to that time Colonel Wilkins was Veterans Advisor for the college. A former student, Colonel Wilkins grad uated from A&M in 1936 with a degree in education. During his time at A&M as a student he won seven letters in athletics—two in football, three in 1 basketball, and two in track. In 1935 he was captain of the foot ball team. A Infantry Member While a cadet, he belonged to A Company Infantry and was second in command during his senior year. After graduation, he was assign ed to El Paso High School as com mandant of cadets there. He re mained at this job until June 1941, when he was assigned to the Eighth Service Command as a first lieutenant—Camp Athletic Offi ce]-, at Camp Wolters, Texas. During the war the assistant commandant-to-be was awarded th« bronze star for his work revising the airborne troop transport sys tem. At the time of his winning the medal, he was with the 101st Airborne Division. With each mission, the C-47’s, used for transporting the men and equipment, had to be escorted by pursuit planes. Wilkins suggested they outfit B-17s and B-24s to do this duty, since they were already armed and could resist enemy fighter planes. Airborne Company Commander After a tour of duty at the In fantry School at Fort Benning, Ga., he was sent to the Airborne Divi sion as a company commander. Lat* er he was sent to the European- Theater of Operations and assign* ed to the Chief of Staff, Supremo Allied Command in London. He served thirty months - in Ilia ETO with the Supreme Allied Com mand at Fii'st Allied Airborne Army Headquarters. Colonel Wil kins was separated from the ser vice in 1945 at the rank of Lieu tenant Colonel. Before being assigned to the job of assistant commandant, Col onel Bowden served as a dormitory counselor. He came to the college in 1948. During the spring semester of the 1949-50 school year, Colonel Bowden was given one of the six Battalion Awards for outstanding achievement at A&M. The award cited him for his “outstanding work as dormitory tactical officer, in which he has proved that dis cipline can be tempered with under standing.” With Texas Division During the war the present as sistant commandant served with the 36th Division in Africa. Italy (See WILKINS, Page 2) Fair Vice-President Speaks Here For Quarterback Club James H. Stewart, executive Vice-President of the State Fail- Association of Texas, will address The Battalion Quarterback Club tonight. Stewart has been a prom inent figure in Southwestern foot ball for the past ten years. A graduate of SMU, Stewart also served as business manager of athletics for a number of years at the Methodist school. When Matty Bell was called to active service with the Navy during World War II, Stewart assumed Bell’s coach ing activities for the duration of the war. Stewart coached elevens at SMU, competing against such wartime powers as Randolph Field and Southwestern, won 10, lost 18 and tied two games. When Bell re turned to SMU, Stewart accepted the position of executive secretary of the SWC, a job he held until his present appointment to the State Fair Board in June, 1951. Raymond B. Hampton, winner of last week’s QB contest, will re ceive two tickets to the A&M-Riee game to be played Nov. 17 at Hous ton. Films of the A&M-SMU battle will be unreeled at the meet which gets underway at 7:45 p. m. in the Assembly Hall. Kav Graves, brother of A&M quarterback, Ray Graves, will comment on the films as they are unreeled. Sponsors of the QB Club include the following merchants in the Bryan-College Station area: J. C. Penny Co.: The A&M Grill; Tom McCall’s Phillips’ 66 Service Sta tion; Lack’s Associate Store; Am erican Laundry Dry Cleaners; Kel ley’s Coffee Shop; Parker-Astin Harper Co.; Central Texas Hard ware Co.; Cade Motor Co.; and Sanitary Farm Dairies.