The Redbird (Beaumont, Tex.), Vol. 5, No. 10, Ed. 1 Friday, November 18, 1955 Page: 2 of 6
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The Redbird
Published weekly, except during holidays-and exam-
inations, during the regular school term. Opinions
expressed are those of the student editors and do not
necessarily reflect those of the faculty and adminis-
tration. Items of interest maybe submitted to anyone
in The Redbird Office.
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on request. Telephone 5-5311, Extension 58.
STAFF MEMBERS
Editor....................Carl Siebenthall
Business Manager............ Frank Cricchio
Sports Editors.........Earl Smith, Skip Hannan
.Reporters. . . . Tom Metz, Pete Walp, Larry Farmer
Columnists .... Bob Megarity, Lawrence Schkade,
Wayne Patterson
Art Staff............Lynn Sweat, Eddie Smith
Photographers ...*... Frank Cricchio, James Bruce,
Ed Pearson
.Type Setter....................Tom Metz
Typist...................Belva Siebenthall
Faculty Advisor David Bost
THE REDBIRD
Eriduy, Movembei
Sportsmanship, Honesty, Integrity
The Redbird is very happy to print a letter of
apology from the president of the Student Senate
of Southwest Texas. This letter is in answer to
the editorial that was in last week's Redbird.
The letter is addressed to our student body pre-
sident and signed by Jim Walls of Southwest
Texas.—Editor's Note.
We—students, players, and coaches—wish to apolo-
gize for the conduct shown by some of our students
at the game Saturday night.
Needless to say, their conduct was completely un-
called for and was a very poor representation for our
school. We hope you will understand that the behav-
ior of these few students by no means reflects the
feelings of the sfdent body at-large’, most of whom
have reacted wit' definite disapproval upon hearing
of the situation.
A large number of us are very concerned and embar-
rassed, and we wish to thank you for your attitude,
which was much more tolerant than we could expect
(and which we admire a great deal).
We thought you might ii .e to know that steps are be-
ing ta: en to see that such an exhibition does not
happen again.
If you could possibly ascertain the approximate loss
suffered in the disappearance of the helmet, please
forward that information to us.
We are looking forward to much more sensable
petition and friendly relations in the future.
Interesting
Personality
By Larry Farmer
com-
Anita Bond
Student Council Veep
Interclub Council President
The climax of a busy and
eventful w e e k will come
tomorrow following our
Homecoming bonf ire to-
night.
I would like to give a rose
to everyone for the wonder-
ful cooperation they have
given'during this Home-
comingweek; anda special
bouquet to Mr. Charles
Lane and his cast of "Flair,
’55" for another production.
I want to extend many,
many thanks to all the var-
ious organizations, the fac-
ulty, theadnanistration for
their contribution to this
eventful week.
While congratulations are
beinghanded outlet’s con-
gratulate Mr. Condon on be-
coming manager of our new
cafeteria.
I hope everyone enjoyed
this Homecomingas much
as I have, We all admit it
has been a iot of work, but
it has been worth it.
A familiar sight to all
Lamar football fans is a
coverall clad, cigar smok-
ing figure strolling up and
.down the sideline.
Every now and then he will
pause to clap his hands and
shout encouragement to
players on the field. The
man behind the cigar is
head manager of the Car-
dinals, Jerry Jones.
Jerry began his c o 11 e ge
career at Lamar in 1949 af-
ter graduating from Beau-
mont high, and remained
here until January of 1951
at which time he enlisted
in the Marines. He served
with the First Marine Divi-
sion in Korea, and was dis-
charged in 1954.InJanuary
of that year he returned to
Lamar,and he will graduate
with a degree in business
next June.
It has been said that the
people who always seem to
be busy can find time to do
a littie extra when the need
arises, and Mr. Jones falls
in this catagory. He is pre-
sident of die Kollege Klub,
a member of Interclub
Council, and is active in
several other organiza-
tions.
One of Jerry's biggest jobs
and finest accomplish-
ments to date is the work he
is doing as editor in chief
of the student directory.
Jerry’s interest in the youth
of our area is eyidenced by
the fact that he is a sponsor
of the Beaumont Hi-Y and
he is justly proud of this
office.
Because he feels that the
best way to support Lamar
is by action instead of
words,we salute this weeks
personality, Jerry Jones.
Is/ieg3*1^
your own
mine.
now, things-.are beginning to look up around
The Cards sort of barbecued the javelinss k.st
week and the Homecoming Musical, "Flair, ’55," is
the most scintillating Homecoming musical in the
history of Lamar. To coin a phrase, in fifty-thousand
words or less, Mr. Lane has produced a wonderful
show, highly entertaining and refreshingly imagina-
tive. The cast shows a bright enthusiasm all through '
the performance and that in itself .s enough to sell
me on the merit of "Flair, '55."
Now, to coin that phrase. Mr. Lane, "Yo\ ke
Theatre."
A bouquet of Belvedere orchids to Miss Jimmy Ann
Watwood, Homecoming Queen of 1955; itis a pleasure
to have you aboard.
Bonfire tonight! Don't forget to' bring
weinners and your own date. I've got
Have you ever wondered ust what a Critique really
is? I have. I looked it up md aboutall I could under-
stand is that a Critique is a critical Critic.
Here is a flash you'll be relieved to know. Of Henry
VIII's six wives, Henry beheaded only three. Now,
aren't you glad to know that Henry wasn't as bloody
as you thought. Always like to stride A BLOW FOR
THE KING.
How are you and your "pink slips" gettin{
days? Dial "M" for mother.
The newdininghali is a whopper, isn't it. Spacious,
gracious, and just full of good things to eat. You'll
notice there a e two serving entrances. One entitled
"Meal Tickets Only" and the other for "guess who."
This could be m ore aptly put as "The Peon Line," and
the "Bourgeoisie."
All jokingaside, the chow in the new dining hall has
improved a great deal. It is now under new mana~e-
ment, Mr. Condon of the Snack Bar.
Only 37 days until Christmas.
■along these
By Carl Siebenthall
Bird's Eye salutes Char-
les Lane, his cast and
crew for the Homecoming
musical, "Flair, ’55."
After being subjected to
"Legend" last year, I was
very pleasantly surprised
by the quality of this year's
show. It was extremely
well written, the acting
was outstanding fora col-
lege group, and consider-
ing the lack of equipment,
the lighting was magnifi-
cent.
Camille Alexander was
the big show stopper on
opening night. Other play-
ers had more important
roles, and they did them
well, but Camille's one
scene outdid the many
scenes of others.
Elsie Whiddon's voice and
poise certainly added a
professional touch to the
performance.
But once again I was dis-
appointed with the leading
man. Bill McDermand is
gifted with a beautiful
singing voice, but his
spoken lines are not at all
convincing; they are mem -
orized lines. And his
movements are entirely
too mechanical and hur-
ried to fit in with the
smooth flow of his singing
voice.
Still, as a whole, "Flair,
’55" is a very good pro-
duction, the best I have
seen at Lamar.
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Siebenthall, Carl. The Redbird (Beaumont, Tex.), Vol. 5, No. 10, Ed. 1 Friday, November 18, 1955, newspaper, November 18, 1955; Beaumont, Texas. (https://texashistory.unt.edu/ark:/67531/metapth499341/m1/2/: accessed June 12, 2024), University of North Texas Libraries, The Portal to Texas History, https://texashistory.unt.edu; crediting Lamar University.