The War Whoop (Abilene, Tex.), Vol. 32, No. 26, Ed. 1, Friday, May 6, 1955 Page: 2 of 4
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THE WAR WHOOP
Friday. Mar 1M
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BY SAM
History Its Functional Valut
History is far more than mere facts; it is more of an in-
sight into the processes of human life. To make it more simple
by saying with Dr. William Sweet that "History is the mem-
ory of a people."
Here is implied that history has the same function for
societv as memory has for the individual. Society even our
own society today canot effectively function unless it has
some knowledge of its own past any more than a person can
function who h:is no memory.
History makes no claim for furnishing a quick remedy
for the world's present sickness. It deals with the long stream
of man's record of trial and error of failure and success.
History does not have a highly technical vocabulary for
it uses only the King's English.
Historv does have a functional value for students in
McMurry College. In the first place the study of history forms
an introduction to the study of geography to the study of
sociology and economics. Too history is the basis for the
studv ol Literature Science and the Arts.
in the second place there can be no such thing as an in-
lellii'ent loyalty to our nation and to our church without a
knowledge of our past. Loyalty must build its fires upon the
altars of the past. A flag means nothing unless one sees the
history of the nation behind it.
The great symbols of the Christian faith have a great his-
torv and our ministers must understand this history to make
these symbols have meaning. We strive to teach McMurry
students to develop an intelligent loyalty to our nation and
to our church.
A third reason why McMurry students benefit from a
studv of history is that incalculable practical value of think-
ing historically. Historical mindedness is not only the abil-
ity but also the willingness to look at all sides. Every ques-
tion has two sides and the historically minded student or
person is not content until he has examined both. Whether
minister lawyer teacher or business man all need this
ability.
In the fourth place history is of practical value to Mc-
Murry students as an all important unifying influence in
the stream wnicn presems conucis wiwwu ""' ""
slavery conflicts between localism and nationalism conflicts
ki.in.ui nstinnolicm anri intprnnHnnnlism. But this Stream
follows a path of unity and a pattern. In only this line of
thtnKing can we una courage ana uuui iw uj pi.i B..
Every student of the past knows that there have been times
as critical as these during our American life. So history says
don't give up the ship of state. It has successfully weathered
other storms. Don't be indifferent to conditions but above all
keep faith and courage in God and our history. Vernie
Newman.
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History and tht Challenge
At the entrance to the National Archives Building Jn
Washington D. C. there is a statue with this inscription car-
ved in its base: "All that is Past is Prologue." This statement
can seemingly open before us the field of history. History
delves into the past only to prepare us for the future. The
memories of yesterday serve as guideposts for our actions
tomorrow and connect us with the present.
From history we gain an insight into the mind and man-
ner of man and his relation in the world. Man makes history;
a good definition of history can be the record and interpre-
tation of what man has done and has though since he has
been on earth. Without man there would be no history.
If we are to understand ourselves and our neighbors we
must at least attempt to understand history and the lessons
it teaches us. History is the lantern by which we light our
paths in the world of darkness and doubt. Our worldly fears
can in a large measure be laid directly at the feet of ignor-
ance with history this ignorance can be dispelled.
Here at McMurry the student is afforded a great oppor-
tunity to aid in the dispelling of these fears by studying a
wide variety of history courses both of his own country and
of other countries as well. To the serious student history
opens up wide vistas of knowledge about the physical and
spiritual world in which he lives. History builds patriotism
and love of God and country and it acquaints us with the
underlying forces which direct the destinies and fortunes of
mankind.
The Korean War affords us a good example. Suddenly
in our newspapers newsreels and in the hearts and souls
of our people there burned the strange names of Seoul Taegu
Inchon Heartbrake Ridge and Old Baldy; names that we had
never heard of before or else had little noted. Just such an
occurancc alone presents us a challenge and a need for a ser-
ious study into the realm that history affords us. Sheridan
M. Mallott.
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WE ARE CHRISTIANS
If we live by the law of love:
If we love God with all our
hearts with all our souls and
with all our minds;
If we love our neighbor as
ourselves:
If we love ourselves with a cer-
tain amount of concern for our
health and Renrral welfare; If we
love our family for they arc
often the ones who receive what
bitterness we might have saved
up in ourselves from experiences
with others;
If we love those in our com-
munity whether they be colored
or colorless rich or poor and take
a certain amount of responsibil-
ity for the upkeep of the com-
munity; If we love our nation and
If we love our world those
who although they are so far
away we may never see them arc
still our brothers.
A wise man said
We have commited the Golden
Rule to memory let us now com-
mit it to life.
Lord grant that I may profit by
this word.
A poet sang
God sent his Singers upon earth
With songs of sadness and of
mirth
That they might touch the
hearts of men
And bring them back to heaven
again.
Lord grant that I may profit by
this word. And let me have a part
in winning men to the spirit of
heaven. Amen.
Debaters Picnic
At State Park
Fried shrimp with all the trim-
mings was a feature of Debate
Club's picnic "April 25 at Abi
lene State Park. Those attending
were: Ed Cooper; Ben Wages;
David Burrow Arva Adams;
Tommy Gleaton Pat Mason;
Doris Beaty Bill Harris; Jimmy
Forshey Marcie Montgomery;
Mrs. G. H. Bradfield of Denver
Colorado; and Mr. and Mrs. Wil-
liam Clark.
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An antique Something that no
one liked well enough to wear
out. (Chapel Seats.)
A woman whose work is never
done is frequently minding some-
one else's business. (Tallulah
Bankhead).
The modern generation as our
papas see it is like a new Buick
shiftless. (Milton Berle.)
Well in spite of everything we can do this time of year
always rolls around. The banquets arc over. The picnics are
over. The social life slows down as wc prepare for the
finals and get ready to leave our friends here for a spell.
Everyone gets a little sentimental and thinks of the fun
that was had this year like the ACC game or the El Paso
trip by the student body the Mexico trip last month or the
European tour and many others. It has been a great year
all in all.
I haven't found anyone yet tho' who isn't just a little
ashamed of himself because he didn't give more of himself
to his studies. Oh well we'll do better next year. (OH
YEAH')
The Chanters are still plugging away right up to the last
minute with these Sunday performances. The Symphony per-
formed last Monday night. The band will present its final
concert next Friday the 13th of May. You are all invited to
attend.
This is a little out of my line but if you haven't seen
"Home of the Brave" see it tonight. I saw some of the prac-
tice sessions and it should be a fine production.
I guess this about wraps up the CALL as far as I'm con-
cerned anyway. It's been a lot of fun. I hope you have enjoyed
this weekly foul-up. For now I'll say "plant you now dig
you at Homecoming."
Wuk Witt
By MILT CHESTER
WELCOME STUDENTS
FOR
FRIENDLY SERVICE
and QUALITY. WORK
See
JAY and RAY
TODAY
1421 Stylet
We Clean Anything
Well I guess this is my "swan song."
Today's issue of the War Whoop will be my last as far as
editor is concerned. Betty Campbell takes over the last issue
as editor that paper will be out next Friday.
It has been a lot of fun this "year trying to edit your
paper there have been times when I felt like throwing in
the towel and giving up but they were in the minority. There
have been times when I wouldn't have changed positions
with anybody.
There are lots of stories that I din't print simply because
of the lack of space. There have been things I wanted to
print but after second thought we cut them out and hoped
that the students would understand.
Wotkmg with Preston Clark has been inspirational as
well as educational. The staff this year has been the best
ever the interest has been tops and the work by the staff
members has been great.
In closing I would like to say that editing the War Whoop
is no easy job. Next year when the new editor takes over we
as students can help immeasurably by volunteering when
she needs help and by giving her our full support on any
drives that she might undertake.
Next year should be the biggest year McMurry has ever
seen we can help this come about cooperating with the Stu-
dent Association the War Whoop and any of the other stu-
dent organizations that are out to better our campus our
lives and our McMurry
Kappa Phi Pledges
Become Members
Spring pledges of Kappa Phi
were initiated into membership
Tuesday April 26 at the home of
an ex of the club Mrs. Genevieve
Bell 1957 South 20th. Seven new
members of Kappa Phi are Ann
Matlock Thelma Neeper Sue Mc-
Ree Audrey Carver Wanda
Steele Zelma Strickland and
Mary Beth Sharp.
Officers of Kappa Phi elected
for 1055-56 are Imogene Price
President; Elizabeth Tannahill
vice-president; Ann Matlock sec-
retary; Elwanna Latham treas-
urer; Zelma Strickland reporter;
Maudene Keesee social club
council representative; Shirley
McClintock pledge mistress;
Faye Lowery intramural man-
ager. Installation of these offi-
cers was Thursday May 5.
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