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C&S Presentation Climaxes Campus Christmas Festivities An original Christmas drama whose playwright just left for Vietnam climaxes the campus week-long Yuletide celebration this evening. The Gift, by Russell R. Ryan, Temple University Graduate and U.S. Marine Corps Lieutenant, is directed by Mr. Daniel Perna, dance instructor, and Natalie Byrne, president of Cast and Script. "Selections from NUTCRACKER SUITE will be presented by the dance class and songs ·by a choral group form the rest of toni 'ght's program," explained the C&S president. Last night Cabrini students and gue sts listened to a "Ceremony of Carols" directed by Dr . Carl Suppa. Following the Old English Christmas carols of Benjamin Brittan and selections by the Madrigalists in St. Joseph's Chapel, the whole campus joined in the annual Yuletide lighting in the mansion courtyard. "This year's Glee Club Concert of Old English music accompanied by the harp endeavored to capture the really tra• ditional flavor," said Kathy Carleton, the Club's president. Before tonight 's eight o'clock curtain, SGA officers report that the jolly red giant will greet the children from St. Mary of Providence Home, and St . Francis Cabrini home at the Santa Party in the cafeteria. Only a few nights ago, this was the scene of the gala Christmas Dinner ... a la Denaro, at which faculty families and students feasted. The Junior class won the SGA Christmas Tree Decoration Contest , with the faculty and their juniors acting .....c......;;.:..---, ~ .Lil"'-"V alu a ting team , The program this evening is the first major production undertaken by a Tevitalized C&S. The group sponsored last year 's four-act play competition and the talent show last month . Linda Clancy , Sophomore , plays the celestial messenger in 'I1HE GI<:F'T.The part of Mary is shared by Denise Santor, Sophomore , and Carol Lucas , Freshman . CABRINI'S B.M.O.C., senior Pat Lola Palmaccio, Marsha Barrett reigns after her crownHowe, Seniors, and Sue Ciching on November 12 during the elli Junior, Vice-President of dinner dance of Parents' WeekC&S revealed that new stage end Festivities. techniques are being used in -------- - --- ---tonight's show. Meet Mets "Brand new curtains , back drops, two especially constructed apron s to extend the acting area , lighting effects , and a taped sound track are only a few new ideas you will see this evening,"
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New York City's Hotel Americana will be the site of this year's traditional holiday dance sponsored by the Metropolitan Club, December 27, announced Ruth Mastronardi, president. To increase ticket sales for the popular event, the group plans to raffle two baskets of cheer and cultured pearls that night. Hors d'ouvres, set-ups and tidbits are included in the $12 bids. Guest couples will pay $15 for the dance featuring the Frank Ted Orchestra. "The Met Dance seems to ibe the number one topic of conversation; everybody is arranging to go up to New York for the holidays," said Margie Vertucci, club secretary . Chris Kasold and Maureen McGinnis are assisting in planning the affair scheduled from 9 to 1 in the Royal Ballroom A.
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Addressing students, faculty and guests, Doctor Crabtree explained the ecumenical movement toward Christian unity as pioneered by theologians ever since the Protestant Reformation . In our day these attempts were revitalized by Pope John XXIII's calling Vatican Council II and encouraged by the Catholic Church under Pope Paul and Protestant sects throughout the world. "There are seven essential elements necessary for greater unity," said Docto1· Crabtree.
Six Ca'brini College students have been named to the current edition of Who's Who in American Universities. Those so honored are: ,Jacqueline Antonio Jean Baudouin, Arlene Fran~pani, Ave Garchinsky, Jane Rechter, and Marie Schmidt. To quaHfy for this distinction three basic requirements are needed. The first and most Important is academic excel· lence. A cummulative average of 3.4 has to be maintained throughout the four years. Active .participation in extra-curricular activities is second. Thirdly, consideration is given to service to the school and community . A resident of Pottstown, Pennsylvania, Jackie Antonio is the president of Cabrini's Student Government Association . As an
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Maria, who has been dancing since she was eight years old, performed modern ballet arrengements of ''Peter Gunn' and "West Side Story". Stage appearances are not new to Maria , since she participated in three talent shows during high school. She also choreographed several high school productions . At the age of thirteen, her backyard.
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TheologianDiscussesUnity "Ways To Christian Unity" was the topic of a lecture given by Dr. Arthur Crabtree, eminent Baptist scholar and professor of dogmatic theology at Eastern Baptist Seminary, on November 21.
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"These are faith, hope, love, understanding, renewal, service to the world, and convergeance." Doctor Crabtree then elaborated upon these elements emphasizing the tremendous importance of uniting all mankind in the one, true Church of Jesus Christ. "As our conditions come closer together, we shall come closer together ," he concluded . During the question-answer period following the lecture, Dr . Crabtree responded that Roman answer Catholic clergy must the question of greater lay ecumenism and provide its leadership. The Baptist Seminary professor delighted in the student interest in the "Death of God" controversy and took the opportunity to point out the illogic of Alteizer's position.
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Also interested in drama, Maria was active in the National Thespian Society for her four years at high school. Sharon entertained with many piano favorites including the themes from "Exodus", "The Cardinal," "The Shadow of Your Smile," 'More", and "Ebb Tide." A veteran performer , Sharon has played in several recitals, plus a variety show . She served as organist for C;amden Catholic High School, and accompanied the Glee Club during her senior year. Although she has been playing piano since the second grade, her formal lessons began oniy five years ago. Lending their judging talents were Dr. Fred Petrone and !Mr. (Continued on Page 4)
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Arlene Frangipani is a Cabrini "day hop" from South Philadelphia. Outside of school she works in a branch office of the United Fund . Scholastically ArJene is an education major with a history minor. Future plans for Ave Garchinsky include graduate school and a teaching career in the field of English. Among other activities Ave has been a member of the S.G.A. for four years. Ave commutes from Clifton Heights, Pennsylvania. Jane Rechter from Garden City, New York is a psychology major. She is interested in the field of special education, and during the past summer she was editor of the L an g ma Leader. 'Marie Schmidt attends Cabrini on a scholarship. As a math major 1Marie plans a career in industry, Among her activities is her office of president of the Athletic Association. She is a New Jersey girl from Haddonfield .
FATHER MARTIN NOLAN AND DR. ARTHUR CRABTREE, Baptist theologian, discuss a strong point of the Doctor's lecture on Christian Unity.
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