Saturday, November 25, 1961

Flunk-Outs Also Serious Problem

The Worst We Ssdd of Stalin

Drop-outs among high school students of orth Carolina and flunk-outs among college students of the state have recently become kerns that haye attracted the attention of Tar Heels.

It is well that these matters should attract the attention of the people of the state, for they are genuine problems that have an important bearing upon our educational program.

With the increasing importance of formal' education in the economic structure of the state and nation, it is generally agreed that most young people have a better chance of successfully fending for themselves if they are equipped with at least a high school education. The job opportunities for those with less than a high school education are getting fewer with each passing year, and for the most part they are jobs at the lower end of the economic ladder. Thus the young person who drops out of public school before completing his high school education is reducing his chances for economic success in moat cases.

On the other hand, the number of young.sters who are seeking a college education in the state has increased sharply in recent years and from all indications will continue to increase in the years ahead. Most colleges of the state have more applicants each year than they can admit because of limited facilities, and the prediction is that the situation will worsen before it improves.

In the face of this situation, the state-supported

Public Forum

TO THE EDITOR:

I would like to use this media to convey my gratitude to all who helped make my college career such a wonderful and memorable experience. Graduation at the close of this fall quarter stands high among other personal high-lights of my life; such as my birth and rebirth, my marriage of 35 years to the same husband, the birth and maturation of my four children and the coming of my grandchildren. All this for which I am eternally grateful. With the sentiment of the Psalmist let me say, "My cup runneth over.

The conception of East Carolina College paralleled my own conception. And the fall that E. C. C. was celebrating her fifth decade I celebrated my own by enrolling in her ranks as a freshman. No greener freshman will she ever be able to note. Recalling now those first frustrating days it was this thought that

and lusty yells. Prom the recesses of the music hall a lyric soprano voice is doing gsnnnas-tics sliding up and down the scales. The cool rippling strains of a string orchestra comes flowing from the windows and doors of an auditorium. Ping-pong and bridge games are in progress at the student union as students relax and share experiences of the day.

While the library is rendering active services to those doing research for term papers, book reviews and assigned, reports. And to the more ambitious who are seeking a quiet recess for concentrated study.

As the evening takes the torch from the afternoon sun, one can detect a tantalizing aroma in the air. Streams of anticipating students follow their noses to the cafeterias. A few loitering couples can be seen mildly smooching along the way. I can rc-

civp mp tn ^^en this acUvlty was

gave me courage to conttotff; -gpooning. The rules

may have altered some, but the

the greener the plant the better the chance of growth, even in the days of late Indian Summer. So with this thought to prop upon I have come to the bending of the college trail.

By the kindness and capabilities of my professors I have been exposed to the fields of Art, Education, English, Drama, Geography, Health, Physical Ed, Humanities, Mathematics, Music, Folk-lore aiid dances. Psychology, Science. Social Studies and Speech Therapy. By their zeal and persistence they were able to break through the crust of the rust of my learning machinery and implant some seed of knowledge in thA brambles of my brain. To these professors I extend my sincere gratitude. Among these there are other doctors and professors whose warm friendship has been an inspiration. To these I offer my grateful praise.

I would willingly wager *my wagging tongue that the student body of young people here cannot be excelled anywhere in the nation, in physical and mental capabilities and in courtesy and friendliness. To all those who hared classes with me. and those who shared their tables in the soda shop, and those who shared study, conversation and socialization, to these I am also grateful. Their contributions have made my college experiences very real and alive and also very challenging.

When the classes are over for the day and the western sun is flinging long-legged shadows across the campus this is the time for mutable sounds and activities. As one strolls along sounds from the athletic field come clamoring for an ear to fill. The football teams are bruising new skirmishes for scheduled games with the band rehearsing adequate accompaniments. While the cheer leaders are rumping it up with their antics

techniques are basically the same.

Many of the skills required of a college student require the dexterity of an antelope. But in my case, both the students and the professors, graciously recognized the efforts of an old tortoise competing with the hare. This is another reason for my gratitude.

These, and many other warm and friendly episodes fills my mind as I go from this college. With God's constant help I shall endeavor to be a credit to these halls. The knowledge that I have gained here I will share with my fellow man as I strive to render a better service.

Now, to each of you. staff, student or steward, who by word or deed or friendly gesture, made my college endeavors enjoyable and successful to you Im truly grateful.

I wish to remind the people of our state that among the many blessings that we have and should be giving our thanks at this season East Carolina College stands high on this list.

A Sincere Graduating Grandmother Nan Harrison Jones

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colleges nd universities of North Carolina reported that for the past academic year a total of 2,300 studentsor almost eight per cent of the Students en-' rolledw'ere dismissed for academic reasons. In short, they flunked out

Considering the fact that the state provides a partial scholarship for every North Carolina student enrolled in one of the states colleges, the-2,300 students who flunked out represent a considerable loss in terms of dollars and cents for the state. They represent an even greater loss in other ways.

The places in colleges taken up by these 2,300 meant that many other students could not gain admittance. And in all probability many of these places would have been filled by students w'ho would not have run afoul of the academic requirements of the various institutions. The situation also suggests that the institutions might review their screening processe.s and pre-admission requirements for students in an effort to best utilize the spaces available for students, ,Just as the drop-outs among high school students poses an important problem for North Carolina, the fact that so large a number of college students failed to meet the required academic standards also poses a grave problem for the state.

A Football Season To Be Remembered

Local football fans will look back on the 1961 season for Ro.se High School with pleasure during the coming years, remembering it* not only as a year which brought an Eastern football championship, but likewise one which liouL'ht extraordinary thrills on the gridiron. *

Members of the championship team, along with Coach Bud Phillips and the members of his staff are to be commended for winning the highest title possible in the state under the present rules. Equally important, we think, is the calibre of sportsmanship that has been shown by the Rose High team throughout the season. The Phantoms played hard football during the season. They rode on the crest of a winning streak which has often caused teams to forget for a moment that sportsmanship is an important ingredient on the football field. But with the Greenville team throughout the season the tough play never brought unsports-man-like conduct to reflect discredit upon the players or the school they represented.

It should also be pointed out, we believe, that the High School Touchdown club which was 'formed at mid-season last year came into its owm this year and provided an impetus for greater support of the Phantoms among citizens of Greenville than has been witnessed in many years.

All-in-all it was a great season for Rose High School, it was a great season for the players, and it was a great season for the community. In every respect, it was a football sea.'^on in which the entire community can take considerable pride.

^i^eluctance Can 3e Vanauishec.

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By PATRICIA MOORE

Will She I

WilT the Confederate Ram Neuse rise again?

Thats a question we went to investigate for ourselves while in Kinston on the Neuse Thanksgiving Day. So many people have visited the site of the huge old boat "since the uncovering efforts began that a two-lane automobile path is well entrenched from the paved road along the dirt path to the river .site. We understand 15,000 visited the site last w'eekend alone.

There, a hulking mass, is the frame of the Ram Neuse, which was destined to be a great Confederate warship. She left her berth and started on her way to greatness when the enemy

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was approaching. Rather than give up the ship, her crew sank her.

So she met her end never having been tried. She died a Confederate rather than a Yankee, in her home waters.

Now she lies in the shallow waters of the Neuse at Kinston partly uncovered, the large wooden frame visible and almost all of the water pumped out of her. The iron frame was supposed to have been removed at the time of her sinking.

The job progresvsed rapidly at firstnow seems bogged down. An element of tension has been introduced to the effort now, as w'aters of the river are threaten-,lng to rise, and some fear that

Other Editors Saying... Eiefense Spending System

TO THE EDITOR:

Out of the generous expression of hospitality extended to all Greenville newcomers of the past year, appreciation is hereby expressed to all who were responsible for the Newcomers Get-Together oh November 16 at the Moose Lodge. Such a gesture of good will cannot fail to make us more appreciative of our new acquaintances and fellow citizens. We are grateful for your welcome and look forward to pleasant associations among you.

Sincerely,

Mr and Mrs. C E. Mannon Newcomers to Greenville

By JAMES MARLOW

WASHINQTON (AP) The very best chemical for dissolving a politicians reluctance to run is enough support to give him a hope, but not necessarily a belief, he could win if he tried.

The most reluctant ones sometimes act like a tall m&n who wears a 10-gallon hat to be in-conspicious.

None of the Republican trio most mentioned now as likely prospects for the GOP presidential nomination in 1964Nixon, Rockefeller, Goldwater is admitting any ambition for it.

This might be more wisdom than reluctance for at least two of them: former Vice President Richard M. Nixon and Gov Nelson A. Rockefeller of New York.

Their 1964 chances will depend on how they make out in 1962 when Nixon runs for the governorship of CaJifornia and Rockefeller tries for re-election In his state. Besides, if President Kennedy runs again and looks unbeatable, the 1968 presidential race might look attractive when Kennedy, under the constitution, could not seek a third term.

Nixon and Arizonas Sen. Barry Goldwater have said they dont want the 1964 presidential nomination. Rockefeller just hasnt said.

But none of them shows any intention of being overlooked or out of sightif he can help it-before the 1964 nominating starts.

Nixons been making speeches and statements and writing newspaper articles Goldwater has been extremely busy denouncing the Kennedy administration. And Rockefeller sticks hi.s opinion into national affairs

The very best way for Nixon and Rockefeller to stay in the public consciousness is to win their governorship races next

year. They could also line up state delegations for themselves in the 1964 convention.

If either loses the governorship. he becomes overnight a political dead duck. Nixon has a tough fight in California. A big unknown for Rockefeller is whether his impending divorce will hurt him.

Goldwater looks the urest of the three to remain a national figure until 1964 and perhaps until and beyond 1968, too. His present Senate term does not end until 1964.

If he sees no chance of a presidential nomination that year he can run for the Senate again. He probably has a good chance to win. If he does, he will be in the national eye for another six years after that.

Its questionable the Republican partyeven if Nixon and Rockefeller were out of the picturewould pick Goldwater as its presidential candidate. Hes on the far right at a time when the country as a whole and the head of the Republican party-former President Eisenhower are like Nixon and Rockefeller standing in the middle aisle.

Even if Nixon and Rockefeller won their governorships but for some reason did not seek or get the presidentitl nomination in 1964Thef wolld have a critical problem in trying' to wait for it until 1968.

In both cases the governorship runs four years. That would put them on the sidelines in 1966 unless they sought and won re-election or found some other way of ;:aying afloat until 1968.

Still, all three men are young enough to wait another seven years if they have to.

Nixon, now 48, is younger than Rockefeller or Goldwater. He will be .51 in 1964 and 55 in 19:i8. Rockefeller, now .53. will be 56 in 1964 and 60 in l>68. Goldwater. now 52, will be 55 in 1964 and 59 in 1968.

(Greensboro Daily News)

While everyone is prepared to decry the arms race in principle, it must nonetheless be recognized that this venomous toad, like the one in Shakespeare, wears a jewel in its forehead. The jewel is the lavish outlay of tax dollars for arms-building industries scattered about the country. Defense spending directly creates more than 7,000,000 jobs in the U-S.

When world tensions rise, the public becomes more and more aware of the system. Thumb, for instance, through most any national magazines and note the boastful ads by large aircraft and electronics firms, who extoll their patriotism by talking of the proficiency of their latest guidance systems: but who hope, incidentally, that their patriotism will not escape the attention of senators and congressmen who deal out the scraps from the gigantic defense pork barrel.

The public has little way of knowing whether it is being led about by the nose or not. Besides, almost every states economy feeds at the trough, some more than others. It is inevitable, then, that those who In general decry the "devil-theory of politics in one area will soon begin to see sinister hands in a system they find unsatisfactory.

Defense spending and military lobbying are one such system. (It is reliably estimated that the Pentagons various publicity engines spehd some $30,(XX).0(X) a year, "selling" the public on a weapons system or the particular branch of the service developing it.

Unsatisfactory at the present system Is, hysterical theories

that the arms race is being perpetuated by sinister men bent on using the cold war to their own economic advantage will get us nowhere.

Undoubtedly there are greedy men at'work here and there in the defense establishment and the arms industries, but probably no greater proportion than elsewhere in government or private business.

A system is usually propelled, not by sinister designs against the general welfare, but by its owTi inertia. Power and influence corrupt in time, precisely because people who passees power and influence are unconscious of the nature of the corruption.

Senators and congressmen who must scrutinize every penny of expenditure for defense in this country are caught in a cruel system of pressures. No doubt most of them would like the U.S. to have the arms it takes to defend itself and maintain its commitments and no more. But there is always the aircraft or missile factory employing several thousand people back home, or the military installation that pumps several million dollars a year into a state or local economy. What arc they to do?

Before he left office. President Eisenhower warned "against the acquisition of unwarranted influence, whether sought or unsought, by the military industrial complex. It was a wise warning.

But the way to set up guard is not to become convinced that the ordinary taxpaying civilian is being victimized by a conspiracy, but tq see, with compassion and clear eyes, how the system works and w'hat checks can be brought against it without demoralizing the country or wrecking the economy.

this could h'kmper the raising operations, or even stop them.

The self-appointed diggers have built a sea wall of dirt to keep out the river. And the operation drags on, with more and more visitors, there is talk that the proper equipment would assure her speedy rescue from the bottom of the river.

And when she gets up, there are so many who would claim her. We gave up on settling te question of whether she will rise. There is another question. Who gets her?

Some say the salvagers by salvaging rights; but others say the maritime code governing salvaging rights ends at a certain point on navigable waters, and this point of the Neuse is too far inland.

Some say the U. S. government by right of victory.

Some say the woman who owns the land has the right to the ship. Some say the county; some say the place the ship came from.

Anyway, the ship has lain there for a hundred years and nobody claimed her until the spoils were obvious. The craft is supposed to be 152 feet long and about 30 feet wide.

Time will have to settle her ownership and whether she will be ow'ned by any but the river. We will just w'atch.

Opinions In Brief

*A college degree (not necessarily a college education) has become the great status symbol of American society. Because of this no loving parent wants to hear, much less believe, that his blue-eyed son is not cut out for academic success and ought to set his sights upon other ' goals. Charleston (W.Va.) Daily Mail.

Fight TB

Use Christmas Seals

nrea.. Goal In Politics

By GEORGE E. SOKOLSKT CopjTight, 1961, King Features Syndicate, Inc.

An attempt is being made by Conservatives in New York State to orgaoize a political party of their own, in opposition to Governor Rockefeller and Senator Jacob Javits. The theory is that both Rockefeller and Javlte are Leftists and really belong In the Democratic Party. However, by the ordinary processes of politics both are due for renomination.

When the Cons^aUvea first considered the problem, they believed that Mayor Robot Wagner of New York City could not defeat Governor Nelson Rockefeller and that they could draw away enough votes from Rockefeller to defeat him as Governor and thus pave the way tor Senator Barry Golswater, as the Republican candidate for President.

The mathematlca of this calculation was at the time that it was first discussed ridiculous. Today, because (rf Rockefellera personal tragedies, the sltua* tlon may be different. But it would seem that while these amateur [K>Ucians are seeking a way to get the New York delegation for Senator Goldwater at the 1964 Republician Convention, they are actually strengthening the position of of President Kennedy and Mayor Wagner in New York State. Surely, Conservatives cannot realistically be plotting to favor Kennedy and Wagner against Rockefeller and Javits. Their proposal Is unrealistic.

Their proposal is- not realistic because if their objective is to defeat the Liberals, they ca'hnot succeed by electing the men they ultimately hope to defeat. This is too tricky to be sound American politics. The theory that the Conservatives will choose Godfrey Schmidt or Roy Cohn as Governor is ridiculous. Cohn is now devoted to business and the law and takes no part in politics; also, he is a registered Democrat and loyal to his party; Godfrey Schmidt is not a public figure of major significance.

The time will come when a Conservative Party will be developed in this country, but such a Party will probably be created in the Middle West or Southwest. New York is not suitable for a new political party; as a matter of fact, both major political parties in New York have lost their significance as parties. Except for the Liberal Party, no pwlltical party functions effectively, the vates going to personalities in a sort of popularity contest. The parties have no ideological positions, offering no ideals to the public but only the personalities of candidates. It is a very peculiar situation. The Conserv'atives will have to develop public figures if they are to be politically effective. '

Godfrey Schmidt is often referred to as a labor lawyer, w'hich, of course, has no particular meaning. He is a lawyer and has taught law in a university and is well thought of in many circles. He is not, how-ever, an outstanding political personality although he is respected. He could not lead a new party. His quarrels with Jimmy Hoffa made ridiculous reading in the newspapers.

No other person mentioned in connection with the new Conservative I^arty Is an outstanding political parties which offer no program and secondary personalities. They would like to see a reorganization of both parties. The rebellion against the leadership of the Democratic Party Is by no means complete. Mayor Wagner will have to prove that the voters confidence in him was justified. The Chty 1 unsatisfactorily managed and its management will have to be re-orgajiized and tightened. The Republican I^arty needs, throughout the state, new leadership. The Conservatives could build a new party but it would have to be led by men in whom the voters had confidence as to their ability to handle the many problems which face approximately 15,(X)0,0(X) people.

The Conservatives have not produced such leadership. To a degree, they have produced a new and interesting type of intellectual leadership but that is not enough. What is needed is political sagacity and a capacity for financial operations. They (Ccmtinued on Page 6)

Comina Pressure For Handouts

Strength For Today

By EARI, L. DOlGLA.SS I.MPORTANT

The liar Ls one of life.s most despicable creatures. When we encounter a person whose spoken word cannot be relied upon we have the terrifyinb feeling that people are said to have when they find themselves walking through quicksand. The lying tongue Ls heav^ as a bludgeon. It is as keen as a two-edged sword. Security and mutual understanding are dissolved as with an acid when men or w'omen of lyiiifr tongue enter the circle of ones experience.

Business stability depends upon truthfulness. So does happy marriage. So does friendship. The liar can spoil it all. and does so if he is accorded the least toleration. Truth is reality. Speaking truth means the setting forth of things as they

really are. The most miserable liar in the world is the pei.son who lies to himself, and he is thrice mLserable if he actually comes to the place where he believes his own lies. On the lather hand, nothing is more de-* signed to bring peace and happiness to ones life than the realization that he has always played the game squarely, hat l;e has spoken the truth op all occasions, that he has spui ied double dealing and false s: ite-ment. It is a mighty achi^'ve-ment to come to ihe enc of our lives and to be able to say that no one was ever innjred or misled by any word or action of ours.

Against the helnousne&s of lying stands out the beauty of the truthfully sooken word

Pauls coup.-^cl to the C los-slap? <3:9* was, "Lie not t (Jne another. . . .

By ELMER ROESSNER

When Congress convenes after next year it may become known as the Gimme Congress, iew sessions in recent years have been under such pressures for handouts.

Look for:

A new drive to get the Federal government to subsidize commuter railroad lines.

A renewed effort to get Federal aid to education, including help for private schools.

Demands for Federal financing of cultural activies, with subsidies lor musicians, singers and others in the performing arts.

A fresh campaign for more medical asistance for those on Social Security

Mew requests for funds for urban renewal by cities.

Fresh demands for larger Federal support of the unemployed.

And bundles of appeaLs by cities, counties and states for Uncle Sam to carry larger shares of their services.

No: all will be voted, and of those voted, not all will be sign

ed by President Kennedy. But the gimme requests will be larger than ever.

OTHER LOOK AHEADS Here are other forecasts of things to come in business. They are based on analyses of developing trends:

High Blue Cross rates: In almost all sections of the country, Blue Cross and Blue Shield organizations are preparing to seek higher rates, largely because higher costs of operations and higher charges by private hospitals. The Blue organizations have no fear that higher rates will seriously cut membership because so many are financed under union contracts. ^

AM for coffee-frower*: Drastic revisions in American coffee policies are coming. Latin American is asking for new arrangements to stabilize prices, incled-ing a step that the United States has long opposed: price fixing. However, because of the danger of the spread of Castro-tsm in Latin America, principle may be aide-tracked for pracU-

callty. And even if price-pegging is not agreed to, the coffee nations will get considerable economic security In the bean. PLASTICS INVADE NEW FIELD

Plastic milk contaioera: Milk containers coated with polyethylene instead of paraffin are gaining acceptance by dairies. They are also being made for buttermilk. skim milk, chocolate drink and soon may be used for orange juice. Consumers like them; they dont have those occasional chunks of paraffin, but they arent as good for starting fires as the waxed cartons are.

Traffic policy to be Upped: Labor Secretary Goldbergs speech to the AFL-CIO International Association of Machinists meeting next Monday should be closely analyzed for hints as to how far President Kennedy will go in lowering tariffs. Labor fears cuts because cheap imports may cost jobs. Its up to Goldberg to explain and sell JFKs program.

.More ahip charter: The Defense Department will charter mure ahips to move supplies to

Europe, Southeast Asia and other critical parts. The Military Sea Transptirt Service recently chartered 16 ships, mostly for European ports. But this may be only the start of a larger transport of crucial weapons.

OLD PROMOTER PROPOSES SHELTER TV SUBSTITUTE The old gleam was in the Old Promoters eye when he dropped in today. It was obvious that he had a new project.

"Its shelter movies, hee x-plained. "If the bomb hits, there may be no more television. But a generation brought up on TV wil go stark mad sitting in the dark without TV. So Im working on a plan to produce a projector loaded with old movies enough to last for two weeks and batteries to famish light. Why, w'hcn the all clear sounds and there is no more fallout danger, many people will emerge from shelters without realizing anything has happened

We told the old one It was & wonderful Idea, but not worth a dime of our investment dollar.