Image provided by: Texas A&M University
About The Battalion. (College Station, Tex.) 1893-current | View Entire Issue (Jan. 19, 1973)
Jm.73 THE BATTALION Page 2 College Station, Texas Friday, January 19, 1973 CADET SLOUCH by Jim Earle Listen Up— D’Abadie Separates Students, Aggies Editor: A sign on campus read, “Con trary to Popular belief—a social fraternity does exist at A&M.” This gives rise to a question. Are AGGIES members of this group ? For years AGGIES have kept several things (often labeled tra ditions) as a way of doing things. Some of these are unique to A&M: Silver Taps, Aggie Mus ter, yell leaders, yell practice, a friendly greeting between all stu dents passing one another on campus, the Corps of Cadets (a group of students unique to A&M although it is not necessary to be a member of it to be considered an Aggie), and others. One of these others is the ab sence of social fraternities on campus. This has been a practice because Aggies have always felt the entire school is of fraternal nature, all working toward a com mon goal with common interests. I have therefore made a distinc tion between A&M students, male or female, and Aggies. There is a slight difference between them. This difference is mainly in their attitude toward their school. They believe in change for the better but also cherish those traditions which make A&M a little better than those other universities. If you want to join a social fra- Four Adults, Three Children Killed At Home Of Pro Basketball Star temity, go to Dallas or Austin or Baton Rouge. I believe Aggies are the ones who say, “there are no social fraternities on campus be cause Aggies don’t need them.” Justin D’Abadie ’73 ★ ★ ★ Editor: As it is the first of the semes ter I urge all students to be care ful where they buy. In many stores students are treated to contempt and suspicion. I have observed such behavior in Sears, the U Tote M on Villa Maria, and most places where you need to cash or give a check. The mer chants depend on us for most of their business. If you tell any merchant who treats you this way you won’t be back, students might be treated better in the future. Julia Jones ★ ★ ★ Editor: The article entitled “Obscenity Is Proved Equal to Mom, Apple Pie,” which appeared in the Dec. 8 issue of The Battalion, reported a debater’s conclusion that “ . . . obscenity is imported and there fore, non-American.” This con clusion will not stand a test of logic since, the apple plant (hence apple pie) is also imported. (Ap ple is apparently indigenous to western Asia.) In fact, many moms are imported and if we twist things enough, America is imported too! L. E. Ehler Assistant Professor “Are you sure you don’t want a girl as a regular mem ber of our cartoon?” WASHINGTON <A>) _ Police said seven persons, including three children, were killed late Thurs day at the Washington home of professional basketball star Ka- reem Abdul Jabbar. Jabbar was not at home at the time. Police said four adults were shot to death and three children were found drowned in a bathtub. A fifth adult was listed in critical condition with gunshot wounds. The Jabbar home is used as headquarters for the American Muslims. Jabbar is a member of the Muslim group. Police said they recovered a .38 caliber pistol at the scene. One For All, All For One The recent closing of three of the university’s dormi tories, Milner Hall and Dorms Five and Seven, caused quiet an inconvenience for some students, we’re sure. And to some, it probably seemed quite uncalled for. The dorms were shut down for this semester and will probably be reopened next fall when enrollment is back up after its annual spring decrease. Dr. Richard Wainerdi, chairman of A&M’s newly-formed energy study committee, has said that although his group had nothing to do with closing the dorms, he feels it was a wise choice for officials to make—as far as energy conser vation is concerned. Already university physical plant directors have noted a 20 per cent decrease in the amount of energy needed for consumption under a loosely enforced ‘Phase I' voluntary cutback program. In the next few weeks, Wainerdi’s committee will be pre senting recommendations to A&M administrators for ways to cut back on consumption if severe cold spells strike again as they have in the last several weeks. Although researchers could have told everyone the crisis was coming, most people chose not to listen before it struck. This story holds true across the nation. But, the crisis is here and there isn’t much we can do about it now, except beg, borrow and steal all the oil one can get quick possession of. Nuclear power plants could have been built which would have alleviated much of the problem. These undoubtedly will be the only way out in the future. Here and now, though, we hope that students and faculty alike will feel they are all equally a part of the problem and will take appropriate measures to help con serve dwindling fuel reserves. If not, it might be very uncomfortable one of these days studying and living in cold and candle-lit rooms. Cbe Battalion Opinions expressed in The Battalion are those of Represented nationally by National Educational Advertising the Student writers only. The Battalion is a non tax- Services, Inc, New York City, Chicago and Los Angeles. supported, non-profit, self-supporting educational enter- MEMBER prise edited and operated by students as a university and The Associated Press, Texas Press Association community newspaper. The Associated Collegiate Press LETTERS POLICY Mail subscriptions are §3.50 per semester; $6 per school Leucr; ,o the editor must be typed, double-spaced, £ 50 A K r fS^*SU and no more than 300 words in length. They must be The Battalion, Room 217, Services Building, College Station, signed, although the writer’s name will be withheld by Texas 77843. arrangement with the editor. Address correspondence to The Associated PreS3 i3 entitled exclus:vely to the use for Listen Up, 1 he Battalion, Boom 21/, Services Building, reproduction of all news dispatchs credited to it or not College Station, Texas 77813. otherwise credited in the paper and local news of spontaneous origin published herein. Rights of republication of all other matter herein are also reserved. Members of the Student Publications Board are: Jim Second-Class postage paid at College Station, Texas. Lindsey, chairman ; Dr. Tom Adair, Dr. R. A. Albanese, Dr. —————— H. E. Hierth, W. C. Harrison, J. W. Griffith, L. E. Kruse and EDITOR MIKE RICE B. b. Sears Managing Editor Larry Marshall , News Editor Rod Speer The Battalion, a student newspaper rt Texas A&M, is Women’s Editor Janet Landers published in College Station, Texas, daily except Saturday, a Ji.Lt J anet farmers Sunday, Monday, and holiday periods, September through imports Editor Bill Henry May. and once a week during summer school. Assistant Sports Editor , Kevin Coffey Juniors & Sophomores Pictures For 1973 Aggieland Will Be Taken From 8 a. m. to 5 p. m. January 15 - 19 A-G 22 - 26 H-L 29 - Feb. 2 M-N-O February 5-9 P-Q-R 12 - 16 S-T-U-V 19 - 23 W-X-Y-Z UNIVERSITY STUDIO 846-8019 North Gate 115 N. Main Neighbors said they saw four men running from the home after the shooting, which occurred about 5:30 p.m., EST. In a telephone interview with a Washington radio station Jab bar confirmed from Milwaukee that the house where the shooting occurred was his. “Lunatics . . . that’s the only explanation,” he replied when asked if he knew why it hap pened. He said he knew the people living there. “It’s my community and the home is for the use of the community.” He said it is “a Muslim community.” Asked if he thought the shoot ing might be the result of a re ligious feud involving the Mus lims, he said, “No, I can only suspect lunatics.” PAWN LOANS Money Loaned On Anything Of Value. Quick Cash For Any Emergency. See Us For Ready Cash Today. Texas State Credit Pawn Shop 1014 Texas Ave., Bryan Weingarten Center SENIORS Select proofs for pictures for 1973 Aggieland before Friday, January 26, 1973 UNIVERSITY STUDIO North Gate RODEO CLUB DANCE Featuring Dennis Ivy 8-12 p. m. Friday, Jan. 19 Lakeview Club Members $1.50 Non-Members $2.00 Douglas Jewelry 212 N. Main - Bryan - 822-3119 A JLLEN Oldsmobile Cadillac SALES - SERVICE ‘‘Where satisfaction is standard equipment” 2401 Texas Ave. 823-8002 Ponderosa Specials • Friday Evening Fish Fry — $2.00 • Sunday Noon Lunch $2.00 • Special Weekend Rates for Parents & Students Call 846-5794 Ponderosa Motor Inn ISTCIU I" car in! Hie State bd for i L Thursd He measi j. Jon N' By not de I the ri inst the ol it no-fault [ewton’s b bally intn taimittee this is tb pit,” sai 's general he bill wo |ity polie le policy sonal inj >” for th knd pass ■trians s fage wou leal bills, f wages I of des Ties now itffargfarM NOW SHOWING 1:15 - 2:48 - 4:56 - 7:04 - 9:12 WAN! Ity . . It’s fractured trees and flying skis . .. it’s a SNOW BALL! Minim Clas fl.00 i I p.m. da WALT DISNEY PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS A: ■ l’ TECHNICOLOR itney Productions Wait [Disney World TECHNICOLOR ei»uw«Motsi>«ypro*ictioM CED FC Buick, 4 'ler Stat It transir all pow tires. by 110 CAMRU.SI NOW SHOWING 6 p. m. - 7:45 - 9:30 p.m. “PUBLIC EYE” (PG) With Mia Farrow TONITE AT 12 P. M. “WOODSTOCK” Under these new rules we can provide the safest, most comtortable lets m the air » Enjoy complete financial security through a bonding and escrow program • Have free assistance with hotel bookings, auto rentals. Eurail- passes, tours and cruises while overseas k • Leave on convenient departure dates. June through October ^ • Fly non-stop to Europe and return • Deal with charter specialists We have chartered over 50.000 seats from the U S to Europe m the last 12 years At Last! Non-Affinity Charter— !!! DCS Stretch 252 Seats Important! Must Make Reservations 90 Days In Advance! Tours Available Beverley Braley Tours, Travel Memorial Student Center — 846-3773 Townshire Shopping Center — 823-0961 Skyway Twin o■ iv, -1tE :r, WEST SCREEN AT 6:30 P.M. “STRAW DOGS” (R) With Dustin Hoffman “CANDY” (R) With Richard Burton enta TYP At 10:30 p. m. KILLING OF SISTER GEORGE” EAST SCREEN AT 6:30 P. M. “DIAMONDS ARE FOREVER” With Sean Connery At 8:30 p. m. “THE ORGANIZATION” (PG) With Sidney Poitier and s Lcirci-E' ▼ n i-?. i e: - i w TONITE AT 6:30 P. M. Clint Eastwood In ‘DIRTY HARRY” (R) At 8:30 p. m. ‘WAIT UNTIL DARK” (R) QUEEN TONITE AT 6 P. M. “BLACK RODEO” PEANUTS By Charles M. Schulz U)HAT DO 40U DO LOlTH THE RE5T OF IT? /throu) IT TO THE eiRPf?.. PE »S. V nium nted meed ed i le” che irs. V de tir PaHsc lave ionoc Gulf* SE C„ c ernaT ■Starl fronn Most i Yo. F pAme Ex Joe E ■29 E. living 26