mtter Vol. XXX CLOCK TOWER, LINCOLN, NEBRASKA, SEPTEMBER 28, 1956 No. 1 Union's Enrollment Hits 8 Year High Union Nurses Display Civil Defense Methods In Denver Disaster Day A simulated enemy attack made up the determining test in twenty- seven student nurse's final grades at the Union College School of Nursing at Porter Sanitarium in Denver. Tuesday, August 21 at 9 a.m. a plane flew over a forty-acre tract south of the campus at Porter San- itarium, 2525 South Downing St. and dropped a bomb on 135 vic- tims, who were strategically placed with predetermined blast effects such as shock, fractures and burns. With this action the third annual Civil Defense demonstration open orn to Mr. and Mrs. Harry Holder (LaVonne Lucl- wig) on August 13. Weight: 8 pounds, 9 ounces. Kenneth Paul Jr., born to Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Head (Bertha Waechter) on August 13. Weight: S pounds, 9Js ounces. Nancy Anne, born to Mr. and Mrs. Walter Rozell (Louise Jame- son) on August 14. Weight: 8 pounds, 10/4 ounces. Donella Renee, born to Mr. an 1 Mrs. Earl Jenkins (Norma Jean Draper) on August 15. Weight: 6 pounds, 12 ounces. Rhonda Jeanine, born to Mr. and Mrs. Richard Scott (Charlene Deming) on August 19. Weight: 7 pounds, 4 ounces. Roger Alan, born to Mr. and Mrs. Paul Joice (Ruth Pitsch)^on September 19. Weight: 7 pounds, 1 ounce. 4 CLOCK TOWER, SEPTEMBER 28, 1956 CditoriaU 3n JSrief) Porter Pulde Another summer has passed and once again the first issue of the CLOCK TOWER is now published. Here in the first editorial column of the new school year we should like to set forth briefly the main ideas, purposes and goals of the CLOCK TOWER and the staff. As a newspaper we will cover the events which go on here on the campus and those which concern the students and alumni of Union College in some way, so that in this manner both the students and those who are not on the campus will be aware of the forward march of news and events at Union College. As a student newspaper and a part of the Associated Student Body of Union College we will endeavor to function as an instrument to promote harmony between the students and the staff, to promote the student viewpoints in affairs concerning them, and to attempt to create an interested and a thinking group of readers. In doing this both sides of controversial questions will be presented as unbiased as is possible and the conclusions left to the readers. As a student newspaper of a Seventh-day Adventist college, our objective will be to present Union College, its members, and its sur- roundings in a true and promoting manner. With these ideas and purposes in mind, we will publish on alter- nate Fridays a newspaper that we hope will prove enjoyable, interest- ing, and constructive to the readers both on and off the campus and which we hope will continue to serve as an integral part of Old Union, both to those who know her now and to those who have known her in years previous. C.S. J^et j Jbo Our Part The tired professor scratched his weary head and looked out into the moonlit October night. He could have been pouring over some deep mathematical formula or some linguistic law, but not this time—he had something else on his mind. October 10 was Mission Promotions Day at the college and he was wondering whether the necessary effort was worthwhile. Th is wasn't the first time that he had pondered over the problem—it had come up every year; however, in past years other activities had won the battle over a troubled conscience. Dearest Mom, Sorry I haven't written—lately everything and everyone has been moving. Friday evening was "Moving-lJp Day"—a time when we sophomores became juniors, juniors became seniors, and the seniors were recognized as graduates. Those present, as well as the students, were inspired to "Live for Others" and constantly be "mov- ing up" in our Christian experience. Porter welcomes some of the graduates—Janelle Allen, Elaine Laeger, Aiko Taba, June Martin, Marion Page, Martha Robison, and perhaps others after state boards in October. Sheyenne River Academy boasts Corrine Deming as their dean for the coming year. Good luck to you girls! Our dorm isn't empty now, though; some of the seniors have been moving in. Now, it isn't going to be quite so lonesome when some of the juniors leave for Pediatrics next week. It is fine to have the seniors back! Another of our members—Vera Bergman, left us to visit briefly with her friends and relatives in Iowa and Florida. On October 20 she will sail from New York for Africa. It was kind of hard to see "Bergie" go, but God will surely find a place for her ambition and friendliness in those "Far Away Places." Four years go fast, however, when they are busy years. Speaking of far away places—Viola Voegle was happy to have her parents here from South Dakota. Her nephew and cousin, Laverne, who is also Miriam Binder's brother, added excitement and surprise. Surprises like these are always welcome. By the way, Miriam, that orchid was beautiful! Didn't come from South Dakota, though— could be from someone in Denver. Last week Mom Cornell supplied delicious watermelons for us out on the lawn. Can't imagine what happened to them, but they surely didn't last long! All of us were filled to the fullest extent of our seams. Monday we were sorry to learn of the tragic death of Miss Pride's brother. On Monday she and Mrs. Cornell drove to southeastern Colorado to attend funeral services. Our deepest sympathy goes to her and her family. Good-bye for this time. Phyllis Larson 56-57 Social Yr. Opens With Informal Mixer The first faculty-staff social of the school year was a pot-luck sup- per at the College View Park Mon- day evening, September 24. John Joyner, freshman from Ne- vada, Iowa, suffered a painful ac- cident in the Union College laun- dry recently. It was the first ser- ious accident in the industry since .1920, according to V. S. Dunn, business manager of the college. Elder and Mrs. Robert Whitsett were c a m p u s visitors over the weekend of September 22. Elder Whitsett is the Northern Unio n evangelist, currently engaged in evangelism at Fargo, North Dakota. New roofing seems to be the vogue around the Union College campus these clays. The auditorium and the Kern Courts are being treated to a "roof lifting." Dean Culver's mother is visiting the Culver home in South Hall for a few days. The Golden Chords Chorale, u nder the direction of William Havnes, presented the worship in song for the first church service of the school year on Sabbath, Sept- ember 22. Gel Acquainted Theme Initialed; To Replace by PHIL FREITAS But now he was trying to analyze the situation as a college prof- _ , fessor is supposed to do. Do we need the money? Do I need the ex- ff3Q1110H91 HdnuSlldkC perience? Do the students watch me? Isn't there a better method? No, he couldn't find even a dark corridor around the door of his conscience. This was the year for a decision and his was on the side of integrity. Not only did success crown his efforts but money was brought into the "storehouse of God." This could be the experience of any teacher or student; we all have to decide sooner or later. Dear student or teacher, October 10 is Mission Promotions Day. Why don't YOU "Think it over"? MPC cA££ President J M,eA3ag,e , Bright new students? Sure! We have found the personification of enthusiasm and intelligence in those who have decided this year that Union is their "land of educational opportunity and progress." To these students we say a monotonous, but nevertheless, sincere, Welcome! In the weeks and months ahead our eyes will be turned to the same objectives; we will be presented with the same opportunities. What you accomplish remains behind the protected wall of your own decision. This is your "palace of learning;" this is your home; we are your friends. One could tell you what has happened in the lives of other young people who have found satisfaction in attending Union College; this is not necessary, for you will realize as time progresses that your personal success is the primary goal of the entire school. For this you and I ought to be thankful. I hope that you find this "personal touch" soon, and when you do, please share it with others— that is the way all of us can progress together. Buddy Clark auoc mucr EDITORIAL STAFF EDITOR-IN-CHIEF ASSOCIATE EDITOR .... ASSISTANT EDITOR PHOTOGRAPH EH - EDITORIAL ADVISOR ... CARLOS SWANSON MERLIN REEDER . JOYCE DICK DALE PALMER VICTORIA LAItSEN TYPISTS REPORTERS JEANIE ROGERS, BETTY COLLINGSWORTH. JEANIE MCNEIL MARLENE ENCSTROM, PHIL FREITAS, SALLY NUGENT, JERRY MCMANUS, BUDDY CLARK, MARILYN HARPER, CLEO JOHNSON CLINICAL DIVISION EDITORIAL ADVISOR — BUSINESS STAFF PRESIDENT AND BUSINESS MANAGER CIRCULATION MANAGER SECRETARY-TREASURER FINANCIAL ADVISOR — - AMANDA SLOANE ... CLEO JOHNSON HOB JOHNSON .... SANDRA PRICE I.OBERT E. FIRTH Entered as second class matter at the post office at Lincoln, Nebraska, April 5, 1911, under Act of Congress, March 3, 1879. Accepted for mailing at spe- cial rate o£ postage provided in Section 1103, Act of October 3, 1917. Au- thorized June 17, 1921. Published bi-weekly by Union College Press, 49th and Bancroft, Lincoln, Nebraska, during the school year except during holidays, registration periods, find examination weeks, and every month during the summer by Union College. One of our prominent professors has said, "The school year '56 and '57 is going to be a year of changes at Union." One of the first of these changes evidenced was the first Saturday night get-together. In the place of the traditional hand-shake our Social Committee presented us with a varied program of gab, games, and gobble. In the get-acquainted o p e n e r each participant was expected to get as many names as possible for each letter of the alphabet and for a list of states, territories and countries that was provided. When the confusion had quieted down a bit Mr. Arthur Howard led us in Union's pep song, "Slinga Da Ink." Dixie Marcotte and Phil Reiswig welcomed oldtimers and newcom- ers to Union with best wishes for a very good year. The keynote of their talks was that no matter how difficult or discouraging the road becomes we may be sure that God is always by our sides at Union College. Prizes were awarded to the win- ners of the opening contest. Bert Reid, a junior from Colorado, had names starting with the most let- ters of the alphabet. Alan McTag- gart, Minnesota freshman, and De- Wayne Hjermstad, South Dakota freshman, tied on the states with 46 states and countries represented. Dr. Douglas Brown, the master of ceremonies for the evening, sug- gested that the boys try to find as many different major fields repre- sented as possible. However the tie was not broken and the boys were awarded duplicate prizes. One of the highlights of the evening was the appearance of a newly organized quartette c o m - posed of Larry Fillingham, Frank House, Bud Siebenlist, and Harold Hampton. After the program in the gym, groups were organized for the playing of a few games on the foot- ball field. The evening ended with a water- melon feed. As a climax of the evening's program, students and staff enjoy themselves with the last of the season's watermelon. UNION AT THE ALTAR Glenmar Seivers Richard Culbertson Glendale, California—June 11 Carolyn McMurphy Jerry McGill Baton Rouge, Louisiana—July 17 Arlene Robinson James Dickinson College View—July 29 Mill'e Hall Don Runyan College View—August 4 Jeraldine Krueger Roger Miller College View—August 5 Jean Shafer .... Jess Simmons College View—August 6 Margaret Simmons Darryf Ogden College View—August 12 Louise Chavan Ernie Clifton Pharr, Texas—August 12 Alverna Nelson Da|e Palmer Ruthven, Iowa—August 19 Marlene Harrop . J0h„ Brewer Harlingen, Texas—August 19 Gladys Preston Robert Chase Watertown, South Dakota—August 22 Dorothy Talbot Marvin Waite Columbus, Georgia—August 26 Virginia Bishop J0hn Evans College View—September 2 Kathy Martineson Gordon Klocko Jamestown, North Dakota—September 2 Noretta Nichols James Upchurch Amarillo, Texas—September 2 Neva Seamans Brenton Bullock Topeka, Kansas—September 9 Neta Pritchard Howard Wheeler College View—September 9 Helen Crisp Ernest Fisher Stillwater, Oklahoma—September 9 Sandra Frederick Clifford Price Hutchinson, Kansas—September 9 Catherine Mills Lyman Williams Lincoln—September 15 Loretta Pemberton Jac|< Somers Lincoln—September 16