10, 1941 THERMI rv 'A' flA'A f ra. 1 \ a.} .^a¢ 1 EI 1. a L7 ; a: .a. a V a-;. Children, 1777', Second Play In Series Will Open Today .> League Stage Will Be Scene Near Saratoga Three University Participants To Be Included In Drama Of American Revolution "Children, 1777," a story of the American Revolutionary days, will be enacted before an audience of Ann Arbor children, students, and towns- people at 3:30 p.m. today in the Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre of the League. Second and third performances of the play will be held at 1:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. tomorrow. The 16 players in the cast'of the play will include three University students: Mary Ellen Wheeler, '41, as Miss Polly; William Mills, '41, as Captain Chauncy; and Jim Bob Ste- phenson, '43, as Alf. Adult parts will also be taken by Justina Fairbanks, as Silas, and Edward Davis as Scott. Children To Participate Child participants in the produc- tion will include John Hathaway, Steve; Molly Wilson, Mary; Bruce Allen, Bill; Dude Stephenson, Joe; Dick Hager, Simon;:Virgil Fairbanks, Pete; Dorothy Dice, Gloria; Portia Middlesworth, Olive; Margot Eschel- bacher, Gretchen; Nancy Cory, Cor- ina; and Barbara Allen, Georgia. The story of the play centers around these children from various parts of the American colonies as well as from very different walks of life, who are sharing a war experience together in an old farmhouse near the Battle of Saratoga. Ingenuity Is Involved When a British officer and an American scout come together in the house at the same time, the young- sters find they must call forth all their ingenuity in an effort to get the scout out unharmed with his in- formation vital to the success of the American forces. Tickets for "Childiren, 1777" are' available at the box office of the Lydia Mendelssohn Theatre which is open from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. Season tickets for this performance and the other two plays, "Hansel and Gretel, and "Alladin" to be present- ed this month and next can also be obtained, still at a saving to purchas- ers. Season ticket holders must call the box office for seat reservations before each play. ..Shag.. Jane Connell, '42, and Bob Shedd, '42,1 keynote the Union milk dance with an- imated shag as one of the numbers demon- strated in "Danco", rhythmical equivalent of bingo. First to com- plete a row of dance numbers on his card' was Herbert Barnett.' '43. Gordon Hardy and his orchestra fur- nished musical back- ground for "Hangover Hustle" which took place from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. yesterday in the ballroom of the Union. Wearing miniature milk bottle pins toI identify them were hostesses selected to keep the ice-packs in place at the informal dance sponsored by the Union. Obliging hosts wore whiskey bottle identifications that explained the meaning of the "Hus- tle". The Rhumba. Char-. leston, Lambeth Walk, Viennese Waltz, Castle Walk and Tango were demonstrated. Dances To End Floor Show And Door Prizes Vacation Blues To Highlight 'Jackpot' To light House Festivities Today WedgeI The ancient rivalry between the1 Between Holidays And Exams Slide Rule experts and lawyers, whol Even after a big vacation' and with finals just winking at us from around the corner, there are a few dances scheduled for tonight. hold their big annual dances on the same April night, yesterday produced another prize to the list of dance tickets, play passes and subscriptions Alpha Tau Omega will have a to campus publications which will be record dance from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. distributed at the Jackpot Hop, to" with Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Emmons be held from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. today and Dr. and Mrs. A. W. Coxon chap- eroning the affair. in the Union Ballroom. ing intermission. Chan Pinney, '41, Robert Lewis, '42, in his "Wolfing Song." and John Sinclair, '42, in "Gimmie a Goon To Love," will beI the features of the entertainment. Sawyer Will Plan Bill Sawyer and his Orchestra will provide the music for dancing and table reservations may be made atl the Union desk. Tickets for the danee may be purchased at the Union and will cost one dollar per couple. The dance promises to be one of the more interesting to be given this year with the combination of a stu- dent floor show and the galaxy of prizes to be awarded to lucky ticket- holders. Tutorial Committee Will Close Service A lastopportunity to make appoint- ments for pre-exam tutoring through the tutorial committee of the League will be available to women 'desiring this help through Friday, Jan, 17. when the service will close oificially. Appointments for tutoring may be made, Margaret Hubbard, '41. chair- man of the committee said, oy leav- ing information - name, address, phone number and the name of the subject tutoring is desired in-in her mail box in the League Undergradu- ate Office, or by calling Miss McCor- mick's office in the League. New ap- pointments will officially be stopped next week, Miss Hubbard pointed out, in order to give the tutors added time for their own studies. A tutor may go on assisting a student she has helped previously if she desires to. Members of Phi Sigma Kappa will hold their annual pledge formal from 9:30 to 1 a.m. as a climax to the holi- day season. Herb Salomson and his orchestra will furnish the music; chaperons will be Mr. and Mrs. C. O. Creal and Mr. and Mrs. Francis W. Gravit.0 Also starting the new year with a social fling are members of Theta Chi. They will hold a dance from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. JGP Class To Meet The Friday afternoon dance class of JGP will meet at 4 p.m. today in the League. Shorts or other rehearsal costumes should be worn. Other classes will meet at 4 p.m. Tuesday and Thinusday, also in the League. The Lawyers. whose big event of the year is the Crease Ball, decided yesterday that if the engineers were going to be represented, it would be an affront to them if a Crease Ball ticket did not find its way into the list of awards. Tickets Are Prizes Ed Frutig, '41, master of cere- monies, will take charge of the draw- ing at 11 p.m. The prizes to be award- ed include: one ticket to J-Hop, one Slide-Rule Ball ticket, one Crease Ball ticket, a ticket to the Military Ball, two passes to the Wayne-Mich- igan swimming meet, one ticket to J.G.P., a subscription to the 'Ensian and The Daily, three passes to the Union dances, and one ticket to En- gineers' Ball. A student talent floor show taken directly from "Take A Number." Union Opera, will be presented dur- i_ i Clearance Savings at GOODYEAR'S Downtown Store Sweep Out To Swing Out Is Story Of The Four Ink Spots i t 1l':\ / / l Fur Coat Clearance Latest Purse Designs Are Pouch-Like' i i ', !iii By RHODA LESHINE Fired from the job of sweeping out the aisles after the show in one of New York City's largest theatres because they were caught "wasting" time harmonizing, the Four Ink Spots, known as America's Hottest Quart- ette, returned to that same theatre two years later in a Horatio Alger success story to figuratively swveep audiences into the aisles during the show. It was more than seven years ago, said Deek Watson to his interviewer between shows at the local theatre where they are making a personal appearance, that Orville Jones, Charles Fuqua and he left their neigh- borhood friends in Indianapolis to come to Broadway to seek their for- tune. Worked As Porters And it wasn't long before they ob- tained work as porters in the the- atre and met Billy Kenney, up from Baltimore, who completed their four- some that "swung out" after work each night on the empty theatre stage, declared Watson. First break for these four naturally talented lads, who have never had a music or voice lesson, came when an unsympathetic manager told the boys they wouldn't be needed any longer. Through a booking agency the Ink Spots immediately were placed in a Harlem vaudeville show as a novelty quartette, Deek related. In less than two weeks, moreover, Lady Luck struck once again and the harmon- izers were asked to return to Broad- way. This time they entered through the front door, as a feature attrac- tion in a popular night club, Deek said. Then came personal appearances for the novelty quartette, noted for their original interpretations. They! performed at their old theatre in a triumph of glory, to a full house this time, and felt that they had reached their goal-but more was yet to come. Peddled Hit Song "If I Didn't Care" was being peddled on the song market. But no one was interested. Somehow, Deek disclosed, the quartette took the song and be- gan singing it in their own individual style. "That song put us on top," he pointed out. Questioned as to who is who in their famous records, Deek answered with a smile that revealed this wasn't the first time he had been asked this, that Bill is the high tenor, while he sings second tenor. Charlie croons the baritone parts and Orville is the bass voice that "talks," Deek continued. A piano, cello and guitar are their only ac-, companiment. Likes College Audience Deek was enthusiastic in his com- ments on college audiences. "They have more pep and seem to be so much more alive with their spon- taneous response," he said approv- ingly. In talking about songs, Deek re- vealed that he has written four num- bers for the quartette-"Baby, I Just Want You," "Your Feet's Too Big," "What Can I Do?" and "Porkchops In Gravy." Finishing their tour to the West Coast the end of this month, Deek said that Feb. 3 is the starting day on the production of their new motion picture-the "Big American Broadcast of 1941." i Now's your last chance to buy that fur coat you've been wanting, and at practically price. Hurry your own in to see the amazing values we have from s49-:0 to Daytime, Dinner and Formal Evening Styles 249$8 Daytime Dresses Misses' and Women's Sizes 1 698 OVER 50 DRESSES from which to choose. Rayon crepes and novelty fabrics, including lame. Simple basic styles, others with metal and bead embroidery trim. Black and colors. Sizes 10 to 20 and 14 to 24w, 38 to 42. Important Reductions On French ROom Dresc.lss If you are looking for something new in the way of accessories to 'pep-up' your old outfit or wear with your new one, the mid-winter crop of purses offers a wide selection of hand-bags, some of which are sure to be just what you want. Huge bags are extremely popular now, although a number of smart smaller bags are being shown, and big, little, oblong or square, the "pouch-like" design is the leading favorite. These purses come in smooth leather, cloth and suede, with smooth black and brown leather be- ing shown most frequently. Handles may be on the top or at the side and they are extremely simple except for clasps or initials in gold or a design in the same leather as the purse. If you are looking for a purse for campus use, particularly one to carry to class, you will want one that is less conspicuous and less bulky. One of the small square ones will best suit your purpose. (>: FURS 318 South Main Street Phone 2-2619 A SEILECTED GROUP of dresses outstanding for their fine quality and fashion merit. Mostly rayon crepes, many have handsome metal or jewel embroidery trim; others are dis- tinctive basic types. Black and colors. Misses' and women's sizes. Other French Roomn Dresses Now 29.98 and 34.98 I II PA I , i ;. = r .1 In Our January Clearance! DRESSES 2-Pe. SUITS CREPES and WOOLS. ALL WOOL PLAIDS A few formals. and SOLID COLORS Sizis 9-17, 12-46. in sizes 10-18. $5-00 Sale of Fine Hosiery ... 59e Pr. N Sequin sweater and wh vet an sweater sizes 12 Importa maker types. in the kSTEL WOOL DAYTIME DRESSES DRESSES 12.98 14.98 Sizes for mises and women. ant styles with dress- Dressy and basic styles in rayon details, softly tailored crepes. Black, red, blues, and A few blacks included wine. group. Misses' sizes. EVENING "SEPARATES" 1/4 LESS and metal - embroidered Blouses and Sweaters s in pastel colors, black ite. Blouses of lame, vel- were 3.95 to 19.95 d chiffon. Blouses and Black Velvet Skirts s, sizes 32 to 38. Skirts, to 18. . were 10.00 to 15.00 ETTER HATS BETTER SUIT 1/2 OFF BLOUSES ere 6.50 to 25.00 4.98 beaver fabrics and fur An unusual selection of chiffons, in black, brown and a satins and pure dye silks. Many Mors. Also included in are hand-made. Long and short- ice group are a few re- sleeved styles. Pastels, egg-shell, g Knox hats. white. Sizes 32 to 40. READY-TO-WEAR - Third Floor -- ---t League '7-1 1 Club' Will Reopen Today Re-opening today for the first time since the Christmas holidays, the "7-11 Club" of the League will again offer its usual week-end opportun- ities in theway of dancing, cokes, and cards from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. to- day and from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. to- morrow in the Grand Rapids room. The latest music will be available on a new set of records, while guests are again reminded that the refresh- ment service of the club is the same as that offered in the League Grill. Tables will be especially set up around the Grand Rapids Room for those who wish an evening of cards. SALE HOSIERY - clearance of discontinued numbers ... 59c LOUNGING ROBES - values to $2.95 ..... . $1.19 .95 B / I We Felts,I trimsi few cc' this pr mainin; I tOC DRESSES CREPES, WOOLS for every occasion. Also formiials. 9-17, 12-46. 2-Pe. SUITS ALL WOOL PLAIDS and SOLIDS in sizes 12-18. CLEARANCE of ACCESSORIES I WINTER COATS SHITL1ANDS, TWEEDS, and BLACK CAMELSHAIR . . in sizes 12-20. $1000 N.B. Reductions of 1/2 on better coats and dresses. Leather Handbags 2.49 and 3.98 Wanted accessory for mid- season and into - Spring outfits . . . smooth calf leathers in a variety of sizes and shapes, all nicely fitted. Black, brown, and navy. (A few suedes in the 2.49 group.) Fabric Gloves 69c and 98c a pair Classic pull-on and noveL- ty styles that include leather trims. Brown, wine, black. Other gloves and mittens, 1.49 pair. A. BROWN and WHITE! NATURAL and BROWN! Leath- er sole and heel. B. ANTIQUE TAN or BROWN and WHITE and RT A CV ."A- 0 i cAS A Special Group of Dresses (9-17, 12-20) $3.49 ACCESSORIES - First Floor B I. .. ...N N \ .. iu rrr r n _' I I i U I I I II I I II