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MAY 1938 VIRGIN/A MILITARY Headquarters Publishes Final Examination Schedule . . . Sh e I). M.% Cab rt Week-End Is Date Of First Class Hop VOLUME XXXI No. 2778 LEXINGTON. VIRGINIA MAY, 17, 1938. NUMBER 29 Commanders To Play For Hop Saturday Dance To Be Last Before Exams And Finals Activities Digges and Crew to Pres-ent Catchy Tunes for Edification of Corps By D. P. SMITH Map 14.—Next Saturday night will see the dance floor of >94 Hall, familiarly known as the Gym, tilled "with Keydets and their dates -who are swaoring to toe sweet swing of leader Dudley Dti gges and his VMI Commanders. 'From nine o'clock until midnight rhythm will rule VMI in this last fling ait social life before the Gorps knuckles down in earnest to cram for that tense, try-ing two weeks just above the hori-zon— iFtool Exsandnaltiions. Contrary to any reports, the Commanders will play fgar the Hop, not Earl Miller as it was rumored. Dudley Digges and bds local talent, who miaicle such a big success at toe March set of First Class Hops will again he equal to the needs of the occasion. The Gym wtHl be gaily decorated wdftih colored streamers and Tom Moseley's sounding board theme of the Seven Dwarfs will again re-flect the Commanders' miusic ouit over the dance floor, so the setting of the ooe-nighit informal affair will be quite in keeping with the gay spirit which usually prevails and' which should be more evident than usual,, since this will be the last chance for the Corps to relax and enjoy life before the two-week siege of exams. Hope for 100% Attendance The Hop Committee has express-ed the hope tthait the Corps will •turn out one hundred per cent for this Hop. Easter Hope incurred a (greater expense than was to be expected and the Hop Committee wishes thait the whole Corps may put out a dollar far one last warm-up for the three big gala dances during (the 'long-awaited Finals Week for they want to close their books by the first of June with a balance on the right side of the ledger. '39 Hop Committee Takes Over The 1939 Hop Committee will be-gin to take over its duties for this Hop by putting up the decorations under the supervision of the pres-ent committee, and it will take over all of the duties of the Hop Com-mittee for the all-important period of Finals. The success of the Final Hops will depend in a large mea-sure on the amount of money which the outgoing Hop Committee can turn over the new committee. Leader iltSliliS Dudley Digges able leader of VMI Commanders, orchestra for First Class Hop. Rumors of New Subs; Gibbs, McNeal to Leave May 17.—Although there has been no official information received the subject, and now that graduation is a bare month away, the question has been raised as to Who in tlie graduating class will return to the Institute in the capacities of Tac-tical Officers. Rumor 'has iit that Ned Ealdwin, Captain of Company "F", and Frank Pancake, Second Lieutenant in Company "E", will return to fill ,those positions. Accompanying this rumor is the saying that J. R. Worsham of 'the Clfss of '37, and now irystruofcor at the Augusta Mili-tary Academy, will also join the tactical staff. The only definite information ten Headquarters is that Captains Prank McNeal and "Pete" Gibbs will not return. Corps Observes The Traditiomal Rites Of New Market Day W M. Wood, New Market Cadet, Present At Ceremonies Maor 10.—The annual exercises oomsmarating the participation of the VMI dorps in the Battle of New Market were held alt 5:45 this afternoon. Cadet Captain J. A. Powell placed 3 Wreath on toft statue of "Virginia Mourning Her Dead" under which [five of the cadets who took part in the Battle of New Market are buried. A platoon from Company B fired a salute as the wreath was placed, and Taps was blown while the Corps stood at "present arms." New Market Cadet Present Mr. W. M. Wood, who fought as a cadet in the Battle of New Mar-ket, was present and received the salute of the Corps. Mr. Wood was a member of the Class of 1867, and iit was during his "Rat" year that the Corps wenit to New Market and took part in the battle. Mr. Wood's grandson, J. L. Parrish, is- now a Fourth Classman, and he advises that his grandfather did not come back to school after that year be-cause VMI had been burned. Mr. Wood wenit into business without finishing his college education and he is now residing in Richmond, Virginia. Tribute To Ten Cadets Killed The names of each cadet killed in the battle are called by the first sergeant of their respective com-panies and the report "Died on the Field of Honor, Sir," is given ait each formation throughout the day. Two hundred and sixty-three men organized as a battalion of in-fantry of four companies and as a section of artillery, serving two-three- inch rifle guns, took part in ithe battle. These members of the corps were part of General Breck-inridge's army. This incident in dhe history of VMI is outstanding and has had considerable bearing in helping to farm the traditions and the spirit for which VMI is known today. Reverend Cosby of the Lexington Baptist church opened the cere-monies today with an appropriate prayer. The members of the faculty and many visitors were present at the exercises, which were followed by the commissioned officers of the Corps being intro-duced to Mr. Wood. The actual day of the battle was May 15, 1864, but, as hias been the custom when this date falls on a Sunday, the Corps was given the privilege of being absent from barracks until time for the ceremonies today, the Monday fallowing this date. Blisters, Rain, And Large Appetites Mark Annual Spring Hike Of Corps Cadets Don Full Field Equipment For Seven Mile Trek To Big Springs The Corps of Cadets returned to-day from the annual spring hike in a cold, drizzling rata that turned the larger part of ithe seven miles from Big Springs into mud. The practice march this year was cut short one day because there had been so many academic suspensions during ithe last several months. The crops breakfasted at 6:10 yesterday morning in field dyke. Many anticipated a cold, uncom-fortable. and sleepless night in the open, buit the briskness of the air made the day perfect for the hike. One hour after breakfast the troop and battery assembled and marched to the stables to harness up and move off. The body of the corps followed the mounted units on foot at 8:15. Follow River Road The column filed out through East Lexington, across the North River, then to the left and up the river road—the same route which the Penality Tours follow. The first rest period, fifteen minutes, took place about three miles out on the road at the end of forty-five minutes, and every one was glad to take full advantage of the sbort let-up. Although a tew had to fall out along the way to have blistered feet patched up, most of (he cadets were little affected by the march, even after the second rest period. Singing was heard all along the line during >the entire march out to ithe camp site at Big Springs, where the singing changed to cbeerinfe*. Camp Well Situated Camp was located in an ideal spot, on a fairly level plain be-tween two low hills. Immediately upon arriving, tents were pitched in areas, laid out by 'the service de-tail. This group had ridden out to camp ahead of the Corps, and had laid out the camp, dug latrines, and 'generally set things in order. A period of rest and relaxation fol-lowed, ended only by the welcome call to dinner. The entire afternoon was open for the Keydets to do as they chose. Many preferred to lie in the sun and sleep, while others spent the afternoon playing ball, chasing a lone stray steer, or hiking over the hifls. A few of the more energetic persons attacked Hog Back Moun-tain and actually reached toe top. Others got only as far as the coun-try store just over the hiH, where they spent their time and money. There was an inspection of tents and equipment alt 4:30, but this was not a check formation. Hie garri-son stood Retreat ait 6:00 and sup-per was ready immediately after-wards. Rumors of a dance ait toe store over the hill took practically every-one out of the camp after supper, but it turned out that there was no dance. Eventually, everyone joined in a mass song fest, end the hills resounded for miles around with music until long after night had fallen and a full moon had risen. Taps was blown at ten o'clock and the humming, buzzing camp gradu-ally settled down for the night. Shortly after midnight, though, rain1 began to fall—toe first rain in weeks. When First Call sound-ed at 5:10 in the morning, the whole camp seemed to be one big mud puddle. Morale hit a new low when rain came down so hard it filled canteen cups up as fast as one could drink the coffee out of them. Start Home at Seven Things pepped up a irttte as eetap was struck and ithe corps slowly moved out for the long, muddy re-turn trip to Barracks. Two hours of marching through the mniud and rain with only a five minute rest brought the long column otf cadets back to the Institute's gray walls. Soon after the corps' return, Al Fiedler, president of the First Class, made a turnout that the rats would not have to walk ithe "rat line" over the week-end. Thus, especial-ly for the raits, the hike ended very happily, rain or no rain. Mathews New Glee Club President; Officers To D r a f t C o n s t i t u t i on May 16.—A meeting of the VMI Glee Club tonight in JM Hall brought to light some of the plans and hopes of the members far next year. The prime motive of the meeting, however, was to elect of-fices for the coming year. Elect Officers Larry Mathews was chosen by ,the members of the club to succeed Matt Beebe, president of this year's 'organization. Bab Smith, of next year's Second Class, was elected to fill the office of vice-president, the position held this year by Billy McCarthy. Fred Adams, '39, was chosen secretary-treasurer, replac-ing Wat Ellerson, also, '39. The librarian will be appointed by Mrs. Ramey at a later date. Henry Cro-nin, '39, is the cadet accompanist. New Organization Following ithe election of offi-cers, Major M. G. Ramey presented to the Glee Club a tentative sketch of some of its plans and activities for next year. Perhaps the most important item was that regarding the invitation received by the club to join the American Federation of Music Clubs, a nationwide and authoritative organization. Ac-cording to indications it 'is the first ranking organization of ts kind in America. A umber of advantages not otherwise possible would be toe privilege of joining. Among these, transportation and audiences would toe assured as well as percentages of gate receipts. Sponsored tours would lessen to a great extent toe work of toe head of toe club who must necessarily, unde rthe old system, make all the arrangements. In addition to these items, the VMI Glee Club would meet with other clubs and give a concert at the national convention in Baltimore next May. Before any of these plas reach fulfillment, however, the club must draft a constitution. For this reason, the present and future officers plus two other members of the club will meet as a committee with Major Ramey in the near fu-ture to draw up and present a draft of the constitution which will be presented to the superintendent for his approval. At the same time Major Ramey will submit a request for a certain number of academic hours of furlough, as do the ath-letic teams. Tryouts Next Year While the Glee Club thsi year 'has been run on a rather experi-mental basis, the organization as planned by Mrs. Ramey, director, will be highly efficient. The mem-bership will 'be limited to fifty cadets, and tryouts will be held. Concert At Finals During the present week the Glee Cluib will practice for a recital to be given at the Superintendent's Reception during Finals, and pos-sibly another in toe Memorial Gar-den on toe Sunday night before the Corps leaves on its summer fur-lautfi. Other than this the work of toe club for this ysar was termi-nated with ithe tr.p to .rue Apple Blossom Festival in Winch. '~r. V. M. I. Foundation Plans Endowment President John C. Hagan Final Examination Schedule Published From Headquarters Examinations To Last From May •31 To June 9 Publication is hereby made of the May-June, 1938 final examina-tion schedule tor all classes of toe Virginia Military Institute: Monday, May 30—'First Day of Examination period. Friday, June 10—Last Day of Examination Period. Re-Examination Dates: Monday, May 30; Thursday, June 2 (except for Fourth Class); Tuesday, June 7 except far Fourth Class); Friday, June 10. First Class Economics—Tuesday, May 31 S-S 86. Industrial Chemistry—Friday, June 3 M-B 102. French—Friday, June 3 S-S 13. German—Friday, June 3 S-S 12. Physical Chemistry—Saturday, June 4 M-B 102. Comparative Anatomy—Saturday, June 4 S-S sub-basement. English and Speaking—Monday, June 6 S-S 18. Organic Chemistry—Wednesday, June 8 M-B 102. Civil Engineering Section Economics—Tuesday, May 31 S-S- 37 Sanitary Engineering—Wednesday June 1 N-E 106. Concrete Design — Saturday, June 4 N-E 105. Hydraulics — Monday, June 6 N-E 106. Bridge Design — Wednesday, June 8 N-E 105. R. R. Engineering—Thursday, June 9 N-E 105. Electrical Engineering Section Economics—Tuesday, May 31 S-S 38. A-C. Machinery—Wednesday, June 1 N-E 201, 202. Elec. Power Transmission—Saturday, J u n e 4 N-E 202. Hydraulics—Monday, June 6 N-E 105. Electrical Laboratory — Wednesday, J u n e 8 N-E 201, 202. Heat Engineering — Thursday, June 9 N-E 201, 202. Liberal Arts Section Economics—Tuesday, May 31 S-S 38. Sociology—Wednesday, June 1 S-S 11, 18. French—Friday, June 3 S-S 18. German—Friday, June 8 S-S 12. English—Saturday, June 4 S-S 37. English and Speaking—Monday, June 6 S-S 18. History—Thursday, June 9 S-S 88. M-B is Maury-Brooke Hall. S-S is Scott Shipp Hall. N-E is Nichols Engineering Hall. Rooms indicated by numbers. SECOND CLASS Chemical Section Biology — Wednesday, June 1 S-S Sub-basement, Inorganic Chemistry—Friday, June 3 M-B 106. French—Friday, June 3 S-S 14. German—Friday, June 3 S-S 15. Mineralogy—Monday, June 6 M-B 805 Psychology—Monday, June 6 S-S 11. Physics—Wednesday June 8 S-S 18. Embryology—Wednesday, June 8 S-S Sub-basement. Civil Engineering Section Mechanics of Materials—Tuesday, May 81 N-E 105. Materials of Construction—Friday, June 8 N-E 10S. Geology—Saturday, June 4 S-S 18. Structures—Wednesday, June 8 N-E 106. Physics—Wednesday, June 8 S-S 18. Electrical Bngineering Sac tion Mechanic* ot Material—Tuesday, May 81 N-E 106. D-C Machinery—Friday, June 8 N-E 201. Alternating Currents—Saturday, June 4 V-F 201. 'Continued On Page 8) Organization Now In Second Year; Activity Delayed Materialization of Plans Will Produce "The Greater VMI' EDITOR'S NOTE:—The VMI Foundation, though of utmost im-portance in the light of an ap-proaching Future, is today com-paratively unknown and unrec-ognised by all but a few VMI men. Yet so complete is its or-ganisation, and so vital Ms pur-pose, that it cannot remain con-tinually out of public notice. It is therefore the intent of this article to tell in brief something of the Foundation, and its pur- The VMI Foundation, Incorporat-ed caime into estahHshmenit chiefly through .the efforts and assistance ot two prominent and active alumni, John C. Hagan, Jr., of Rich-mond, and Goldsborough Serpell of Norfolk, both of whom ventured to underwrite its preliminary func-tioning. Briefly, the Foundation, organiz-ed as a non-profit corporation, met for .the first time in the Fall of 1936, and incorporated itself under the laws of Virginia early in the Spring otf 1937. Under this incor-poration charter officers were elect-ed, and the purpose and functioning of ithe Foundation was defined. Objective of Foundation Tlhe purpose of the Foundation is a definite one. Its objectives are to "discover the immediate needs of the Institute; to evolve an ef-fective plan for presenting these needs to 'alumni, friends, and pros-pective benefactors; and to thus raise the funds to meet them." In short, the Foundation is en-deavoring to create sr. adequate endowment fund, separate and aside from the appropriation yearly passed by the Virginia Legit ature. In .this way the Foundation ie plan-ning to supplement the iiat? ap-propriation and so be able to pro-vide for such items as sahola hips, a pension plan, the buying of prop-erty for Institute use, can? .ruction and repair of Institute auildings, and many other plans thai, if mate-rialized, would cost several mil-lion dollars. This amount, how-ever, is not the immediate goal otf the Foundation, but only the ulti-mate in design. Activity of the Foundation At present, the activity af the VMI Foundation has been deterred Continued On Page 8) Government Inspection Begins This Wednesday May 17.—In an interview with Colonel Burress, today, the final plans and program for the annual government inspection were re-vealed. Star tig next Wednesday, the government inspection will con-tinue through Friday during Which 'time the military phase otf VMI will be graded. The inspectors of the three units at the Institute will be Lieutenant Colonel E. N. L. Glass, U. S. Cavalry, Lieutenant Colonel Daniel Corner. U. S. Field Artillery, and Major C. D. Cole, U. S. Infan-try. The distinguished guest dur-ing toe inspection will be Major General John A. Herr, Chief of Cavalry, U. S. Aarmy, who will vis-it with General and Mrs. Kil-bourne. Wednesday, the Second Claas ar-tillery sections will pass under the critical eyes of toe judges as toey proceed with their duties on ROOP iCcnt'nued Or. Psge 8)
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Full Text Search | MAY 1938 VIRGIN/A MILITARY Headquarters Publishes Final Examination Schedule . . . Sh e I). M.% Cab rt Week-End Is Date Of First Class Hop VOLUME XXXI No. 2778 LEXINGTON. VIRGINIA MAY, 17, 1938. NUMBER 29 Commanders To Play For Hop Saturday Dance To Be Last Before Exams And Finals Activities Digges and Crew to Pres-ent Catchy Tunes for Edification of Corps By D. P. SMITH Map 14.—Next Saturday night will see the dance floor of >94 Hall, familiarly known as the Gym, tilled "with Keydets and their dates -who are swaoring to toe sweet swing of leader Dudley Dti gges and his VMI Commanders. 'From nine o'clock until midnight rhythm will rule VMI in this last fling ait social life before the Gorps knuckles down in earnest to cram for that tense, try-ing two weeks just above the hori-zon— iFtool Exsandnaltiions. Contrary to any reports, the Commanders will play fgar the Hop, not Earl Miller as it was rumored. Dudley Digges and bds local talent, who miaicle such a big success at toe March set of First Class Hops will again he equal to the needs of the occasion. The Gym wtHl be gaily decorated wdftih colored streamers and Tom Moseley's sounding board theme of the Seven Dwarfs will again re-flect the Commanders' miusic ouit over the dance floor, so the setting of the ooe-nighit informal affair will be quite in keeping with the gay spirit which usually prevails and' which should be more evident than usual,, since this will be the last chance for the Corps to relax and enjoy life before the two-week siege of exams. Hope for 100% Attendance The Hop Committee has express-ed the hope tthait the Corps will •turn out one hundred per cent for this Hop. Easter Hope incurred a (greater expense than was to be expected and the Hop Committee wishes thait the whole Corps may put out a dollar far one last warm-up for the three big gala dances during (the 'long-awaited Finals Week for they want to close their books by the first of June with a balance on the right side of the ledger. '39 Hop Committee Takes Over The 1939 Hop Committee will be-gin to take over its duties for this Hop by putting up the decorations under the supervision of the pres-ent committee, and it will take over all of the duties of the Hop Com-mittee for the all-important period of Finals. The success of the Final Hops will depend in a large mea-sure on the amount of money which the outgoing Hop Committee can turn over the new committee. Leader iltSliliS Dudley Digges able leader of VMI Commanders, orchestra for First Class Hop. Rumors of New Subs; Gibbs, McNeal to Leave May 17.—Although there has been no official information received the subject, and now that graduation is a bare month away, the question has been raised as to Who in tlie graduating class will return to the Institute in the capacities of Tac-tical Officers. Rumor 'has iit that Ned Ealdwin, Captain of Company "F", and Frank Pancake, Second Lieutenant in Company "E", will return to fill ,those positions. Accompanying this rumor is the saying that J. R. Worsham of 'the Clfss of '37, and now irystruofcor at the Augusta Mili-tary Academy, will also join the tactical staff. The only definite information ten Headquarters is that Captains Prank McNeal and "Pete" Gibbs will not return. Corps Observes The Traditiomal Rites Of New Market Day W M. Wood, New Market Cadet, Present At Ceremonies Maor 10.—The annual exercises oomsmarating the participation of the VMI dorps in the Battle of New Market were held alt 5:45 this afternoon. Cadet Captain J. A. Powell placed 3 Wreath on toft statue of "Virginia Mourning Her Dead" under which [five of the cadets who took part in the Battle of New Market are buried. A platoon from Company B fired a salute as the wreath was placed, and Taps was blown while the Corps stood at "present arms." New Market Cadet Present Mr. W. M. Wood, who fought as a cadet in the Battle of New Mar-ket, was present and received the salute of the Corps. Mr. Wood was a member of the Class of 1867, and iit was during his "Rat" year that the Corps wenit to New Market and took part in the battle. Mr. Wood's grandson, J. L. Parrish, is- now a Fourth Classman, and he advises that his grandfather did not come back to school after that year be-cause VMI had been burned. Mr. Wood wenit into business without finishing his college education and he is now residing in Richmond, Virginia. Tribute To Ten Cadets Killed The names of each cadet killed in the battle are called by the first sergeant of their respective com-panies and the report "Died on the Field of Honor, Sir," is given ait each formation throughout the day. Two hundred and sixty-three men organized as a battalion of in-fantry of four companies and as a section of artillery, serving two-three- inch rifle guns, took part in ithe battle. These members of the corps were part of General Breck-inridge's army. This incident in dhe history of VMI is outstanding and has had considerable bearing in helping to farm the traditions and the spirit for which VMI is known today. Reverend Cosby of the Lexington Baptist church opened the cere-monies today with an appropriate prayer. The members of the faculty and many visitors were present at the exercises, which were followed by the commissioned officers of the Corps being intro-duced to Mr. Wood. The actual day of the battle was May 15, 1864, but, as hias been the custom when this date falls on a Sunday, the Corps was given the privilege of being absent from barracks until time for the ceremonies today, the Monday fallowing this date. Blisters, Rain, And Large Appetites Mark Annual Spring Hike Of Corps Cadets Don Full Field Equipment For Seven Mile Trek To Big Springs The Corps of Cadets returned to-day from the annual spring hike in a cold, drizzling rata that turned the larger part of ithe seven miles from Big Springs into mud. The practice march this year was cut short one day because there had been so many academic suspensions during ithe last several months. The crops breakfasted at 6:10 yesterday morning in field dyke. Many anticipated a cold, uncom-fortable. and sleepless night in the open, buit the briskness of the air made the day perfect for the hike. One hour after breakfast the troop and battery assembled and marched to the stables to harness up and move off. The body of the corps followed the mounted units on foot at 8:15. Follow River Road The column filed out through East Lexington, across the North River, then to the left and up the river road—the same route which the Penality Tours follow. The first rest period, fifteen minutes, took place about three miles out on the road at the end of forty-five minutes, and every one was glad to take full advantage of the sbort let-up. Although a tew had to fall out along the way to have blistered feet patched up, most of (he cadets were little affected by the march, even after the second rest period. Singing was heard all along the line during >the entire march out to ithe camp site at Big Springs, where the singing changed to cbeerinfe*. Camp Well Situated Camp was located in an ideal spot, on a fairly level plain be-tween two low hills. Immediately upon arriving, tents were pitched in areas, laid out by 'the service de-tail. This group had ridden out to camp ahead of the Corps, and had laid out the camp, dug latrines, and 'generally set things in order. A period of rest and relaxation fol-lowed, ended only by the welcome call to dinner. The entire afternoon was open for the Keydets to do as they chose. Many preferred to lie in the sun and sleep, while others spent the afternoon playing ball, chasing a lone stray steer, or hiking over the hifls. A few of the more energetic persons attacked Hog Back Moun-tain and actually reached toe top. Others got only as far as the coun-try store just over the hiH, where they spent their time and money. There was an inspection of tents and equipment alt 4:30, but this was not a check formation. Hie garri-son stood Retreat ait 6:00 and sup-per was ready immediately after-wards. Rumors of a dance ait toe store over the hill took practically every-one out of the camp after supper, but it turned out that there was no dance. Eventually, everyone joined in a mass song fest, end the hills resounded for miles around with music until long after night had fallen and a full moon had risen. Taps was blown at ten o'clock and the humming, buzzing camp gradu-ally settled down for the night. Shortly after midnight, though, rain1 began to fall—toe first rain in weeks. When First Call sound-ed at 5:10 in the morning, the whole camp seemed to be one big mud puddle. Morale hit a new low when rain came down so hard it filled canteen cups up as fast as one could drink the coffee out of them. Start Home at Seven Things pepped up a irttte as eetap was struck and ithe corps slowly moved out for the long, muddy re-turn trip to Barracks. Two hours of marching through the mniud and rain with only a five minute rest brought the long column otf cadets back to the Institute's gray walls. Soon after the corps' return, Al Fiedler, president of the First Class, made a turnout that the rats would not have to walk ithe "rat line" over the week-end. Thus, especial-ly for the raits, the hike ended very happily, rain or no rain. Mathews New Glee Club President; Officers To D r a f t C o n s t i t u t i on May 16.—A meeting of the VMI Glee Club tonight in JM Hall brought to light some of the plans and hopes of the members far next year. The prime motive of the meeting, however, was to elect of-fices for the coming year. Elect Officers Larry Mathews was chosen by ,the members of the club to succeed Matt Beebe, president of this year's 'organization. Bab Smith, of next year's Second Class, was elected to fill the office of vice-president, the position held this year by Billy McCarthy. Fred Adams, '39, was chosen secretary-treasurer, replac-ing Wat Ellerson, also, '39. The librarian will be appointed by Mrs. Ramey at a later date. Henry Cro-nin, '39, is the cadet accompanist. New Organization Following ithe election of offi-cers, Major M. G. Ramey presented to the Glee Club a tentative sketch of some of its plans and activities for next year. Perhaps the most important item was that regarding the invitation received by the club to join the American Federation of Music Clubs, a nationwide and authoritative organization. Ac-cording to indications it 'is the first ranking organization of ts kind in America. A umber of advantages not otherwise possible would be toe privilege of joining. Among these, transportation and audiences would toe assured as well as percentages of gate receipts. Sponsored tours would lessen to a great extent toe work of toe head of toe club who must necessarily, unde rthe old system, make all the arrangements. In addition to these items, the VMI Glee Club would meet with other clubs and give a concert at the national convention in Baltimore next May. Before any of these plas reach fulfillment, however, the club must draft a constitution. For this reason, the present and future officers plus two other members of the club will meet as a committee with Major Ramey in the near fu-ture to draw up and present a draft of the constitution which will be presented to the superintendent for his approval. At the same time Major Ramey will submit a request for a certain number of academic hours of furlough, as do the ath-letic teams. Tryouts Next Year While the Glee Club thsi year 'has been run on a rather experi-mental basis, the organization as planned by Mrs. Ramey, director, will be highly efficient. The mem-bership will 'be limited to fifty cadets, and tryouts will be held. Concert At Finals During the present week the Glee Cluib will practice for a recital to be given at the Superintendent's Reception during Finals, and pos-sibly another in toe Memorial Gar-den on toe Sunday night before the Corps leaves on its summer fur-lautfi. Other than this the work of toe club for this ysar was termi-nated with ithe tr.p to .rue Apple Blossom Festival in Winch. '~r. V. M. I. Foundation Plans Endowment President John C. Hagan Final Examination Schedule Published From Headquarters Examinations To Last From May •31 To June 9 Publication is hereby made of the May-June, 1938 final examina-tion schedule tor all classes of toe Virginia Military Institute: Monday, May 30—'First Day of Examination period. Friday, June 10—Last Day of Examination Period. Re-Examination Dates: Monday, May 30; Thursday, June 2 (except for Fourth Class); Tuesday, June 7 except far Fourth Class); Friday, June 10. First Class Economics—Tuesday, May 31 S-S 86. Industrial Chemistry—Friday, June 3 M-B 102. French—Friday, June 3 S-S 13. German—Friday, June 3 S-S 12. Physical Chemistry—Saturday, June 4 M-B 102. Comparative Anatomy—Saturday, June 4 S-S sub-basement. English and Speaking—Monday, June 6 S-S 18. Organic Chemistry—Wednesday, June 8 M-B 102. Civil Engineering Section Economics—Tuesday, May 31 S-S- 37 Sanitary Engineering—Wednesday June 1 N-E 106. Concrete Design — Saturday, June 4 N-E 105. Hydraulics — Monday, June 6 N-E 106. Bridge Design — Wednesday, June 8 N-E 105. R. R. Engineering—Thursday, June 9 N-E 105. Electrical Engineering Section Economics—Tuesday, May 31 S-S 38. A-C. Machinery—Wednesday, June 1 N-E 201, 202. Elec. Power Transmission—Saturday, J u n e 4 N-E 202. Hydraulics—Monday, June 6 N-E 105. Electrical Laboratory — Wednesday, J u n e 8 N-E 201, 202. Heat Engineering — Thursday, June 9 N-E 201, 202. Liberal Arts Section Economics—Tuesday, May 31 S-S 38. Sociology—Wednesday, June 1 S-S 11, 18. French—Friday, June 3 S-S 18. German—Friday, June 8 S-S 12. English—Saturday, June 4 S-S 37. English and Speaking—Monday, June 6 S-S 18. History—Thursday, June 9 S-S 88. M-B is Maury-Brooke Hall. S-S is Scott Shipp Hall. N-E is Nichols Engineering Hall. Rooms indicated by numbers. SECOND CLASS Chemical Section Biology — Wednesday, June 1 S-S Sub-basement, Inorganic Chemistry—Friday, June 3 M-B 106. French—Friday, June 3 S-S 14. German—Friday, June 3 S-S 15. Mineralogy—Monday, June 6 M-B 805 Psychology—Monday, June 6 S-S 11. Physics—Wednesday June 8 S-S 18. Embryology—Wednesday, June 8 S-S Sub-basement. Civil Engineering Section Mechanics of Materials—Tuesday, May 81 N-E 105. Materials of Construction—Friday, June 8 N-E 10S. Geology—Saturday, June 4 S-S 18. Structures—Wednesday, June 8 N-E 106. Physics—Wednesday, June 8 S-S 18. Electrical Bngineering Sac tion Mechanic* ot Material—Tuesday, May 81 N-E 106. D-C Machinery—Friday, June 8 N-E 201. Alternating Currents—Saturday, June 4 V-F 201. 'Continued On Page 8) Organization Now In Second Year; Activity Delayed Materialization of Plans Will Produce "The Greater VMI' EDITOR'S NOTE:—The VMI Foundation, though of utmost im-portance in the light of an ap-proaching Future, is today com-paratively unknown and unrec-ognised by all but a few VMI men. Yet so complete is its or-ganisation, and so vital Ms pur-pose, that it cannot remain con-tinually out of public notice. It is therefore the intent of this article to tell in brief something of the Foundation, and its pur- The VMI Foundation, Incorporat-ed caime into estahHshmenit chiefly through .the efforts and assistance ot two prominent and active alumni, John C. Hagan, Jr., of Rich-mond, and Goldsborough Serpell of Norfolk, both of whom ventured to underwrite its preliminary func-tioning. Briefly, the Foundation, organiz-ed as a non-profit corporation, met for .the first time in the Fall of 1936, and incorporated itself under the laws of Virginia early in the Spring otf 1937. Under this incor-poration charter officers were elect-ed, and the purpose and functioning of ithe Foundation was defined. Objective of Foundation Tlhe purpose of the Foundation is a definite one. Its objectives are to "discover the immediate needs of the Institute; to evolve an ef-fective plan for presenting these needs to 'alumni, friends, and pros-pective benefactors; and to thus raise the funds to meet them." In short, the Foundation is en-deavoring to create sr. adequate endowment fund, separate and aside from the appropriation yearly passed by the Virginia Legit ature. In .this way the Foundation ie plan-ning to supplement the iiat? ap-propriation and so be able to pro-vide for such items as sahola hips, a pension plan, the buying of prop-erty for Institute use, can? .ruction and repair of Institute auildings, and many other plans thai, if mate-rialized, would cost several mil-lion dollars. This amount, how-ever, is not the immediate goal otf the Foundation, but only the ulti-mate in design. Activity of the Foundation At present, the activity af the VMI Foundation has been deterred Continued On Page 8) Government Inspection Begins This Wednesday May 17.—In an interview with Colonel Burress, today, the final plans and program for the annual government inspection were re-vealed. Star tig next Wednesday, the government inspection will con-tinue through Friday during Which 'time the military phase otf VMI will be graded. The inspectors of the three units at the Institute will be Lieutenant Colonel E. N. L. Glass, U. S. Cavalry, Lieutenant Colonel Daniel Corner. U. S. Field Artillery, and Major C. D. Cole, U. S. Infan-try. The distinguished guest dur-ing toe inspection will be Major General John A. Herr, Chief of Cavalry, U. S. Aarmy, who will vis-it with General and Mrs. Kil-bourne. Wednesday, the Second Claas ar-tillery sections will pass under the critical eyes of toe judges as toey proceed with their duties on ROOP iCcnt'nued Or. Psge 8) |