FIE CIARlO Bethel College St. Paul. iMinnesota September 12. 1975
BETHEL '75
editorial
In determining editorial policy and a general publication
philosophy an editor must -examine the essential role of his
newspaper. Once this role has been discovered, he is able
to determin,e the general format and scope of his publication.
Those responsible for this year's · Clarion have been
wrestling with these problems.
\We believe that the Clarion should be concerned with
events and issues that have essential relevance to the Bethel
College community. We are, in essence, the weekly
newspaper serving Bethel. Consequently, we must strive to
gain a better understanding of the interests of those we
serve. We do not feel restricted by this role. Plenty of
worthwhile and exciting things are happening here, and many
important issues and problems have a direct impact on our
Christian community. We are excited in our role of writing
about these events.
Obviously, there will be some disagreement with the
Clarion. Some will disagree with what we think is important;
others will disagree with our opinions concerning that
which is important. Some will scream "heretic!"; others
(hopefully not a pitiable few) will cry "genius!" The Clarion
welcomes responses from all points of view and urges
concerned readers to submit concise letters to the editor.
As a general rule, we will print all letters that we receive.
Two exceptions must be noted: on multiple letters
containing essentially the same opinion, the letters best
representing the opinion will be printed. Spatial limitations
require such a policy. Also, letters may be withheld from
publication if they are found to be generally offensive.
The word "offensive" is a bit unclear. Different things
offend different people for different reasons. Obviously, taking
the Lord's name in vain is taboo; also, vulgarities, crudities,
and general "naughties" will be omitted. Detailed explanations
for this policy would seem to be unnecessary.
The purpose of these restrictions, and, in fact, our
entire publication policy, is to better serve Bethel. We are
not the New York Times; we are not Rolling Stone; we
are the Bethel Clarion.
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Bill Trollinger
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photography
Bethel has changedl
lights,
bookdrops, stream wail/
Glen Hayne and the maintenance crew have had an active
summer, as numerous changes have been made to the
buildings and grounds. The reasons for these changes vary.
Some are the result of high level executive decision, while
others are simply a response to Bethel's enrollment growth.
Still others are an attempt to protect our buildings from the
forces of nature. Glen Hayne, Superintendent of Buildings
and Grounds, lists 17 major projects that he and his crew
were involved in over the summer. Some of these jobs were:
$10,000 worth of painting, including both campuses; campus
parking lights; carpeting on stairways; new bookdrops in the
Lemon Lounge; tree planting and sodding; extensive repair
to the roadways; the rip-rap on the stream; and general
housecleaning of all buildings. Several of these projects are
of special interest, especially the work on the stream.
For the past several years, it has become obvious to many
Bethelites that the Bethel Stream (Christian Creek, Baptist
Brook ... ) is beginning to cause some serious problems. The
stream is fed primarily by industrial runoff east of the
campus. Consequently, following a rainfall, Bethel is faced
with a ravaging torrent. When the stream reaches these
proportions it causes major erosion problems as stream banks
are .approaching both the road and the buildings. Opinions
concerning how to deal with the problem varied. Some felt
that the stream should be enclosed with a culvert and covered
with dirt. Others suggested that the stream be straightened
out, eliminating the erosion problems.
After careful consideration, the powers that be decided
that we should maintain the stream by reinforcing the banks.
Their opinion was that the aesthetic value of the stream
. outweighed its problems. So, retaining walls built with rail·
road ties were constructed to reinforce the banks and deflect
the stream water. Hopefully, this will solve the dilemma
of the "Raging Waters."
ON THEOOVER: The elongated picture is not of a
magnified lead pencil, replete with antennae, but an example
of the new lighting in the East parking lot. This
is a welcome addition to students who have been engulfed
in the inky darkness attempting to find their car
late at night.
Also pictured is the new bookdrop in the lounge by
the cafeteria ("Lemon Lounge"). This is designed to
rescue students from the rather tedious task of removing
51 books, seven coats, one parka, and a broad-bottomed
freshman to retrieve one squashed notebook from off
the couch.
No, the third picture is not a drive-in outhouse. It
Is the "Security Shack," a building which will be equipped
with a security guard to monitor late-night entrances
onto Bethel's campus.
Bethel expands faculty
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Unique a:ppo,intments in response'to overcrowding
by Bill Trollinger
Autumn brings with it a new school
year, and a new school year brings
with it (you guessed it) new teachers.
It has been a Clarion tradition from
ages past to write about the new teachers,
and it is up to us, the 1975
'Clarion, to continue this revered tradition.
Hopefully, this article won't be quite
as boring as those in days gone by.
the now-famous "Toothpicks in Styrofoam,"
will teach a new class in the
Bethel curriculum, "Renaissance Picasso,"
And, like Dr. Ambo, Whitman will
be assisting in "Introduction to Liberal
Arts," emphasizing the impact of 'styrofoam
art on education at Bethel College.
"Moose" Johnson to the Bethel Physical
Education Department. "Moose," a graduate
of the U. S. Marines and the World
Football League, will teach two classes
of "Bodee Billding" (the spelling is his).
Also, "Moose" will be working with the
Biblical and Theological Studies Department
in teaching "Onward Christian Soldiers:
A Christian Injunction to Sack
the Quarterback." ("Moose" will not be
involved with "Introduction to liberal
Arts" because he was unable to formulate
a course emphasizing the impact
of bench presses on education at Bethel
College.)
Joining ilie History Department from
Northwest Borneo University is Dr. Nguyen
B. Ambo. Dr. Ambo will be teaching
two sections of Borneo History, and will
be centering on the development of the
Bornean anti-ballistic missile. Also, Dr.
Am bo will be assisting in, a 'section of
«Introduction to liberal Arts," emphasiz- '
ing the impact of Bornean history on '
education at Bethel College.
The Clarion also welcomes Eunice
Whitman, a brilliant new addition to
the Art Department. Whitman, artist of
Another new addition to the Bethel
faculty is Heinrich Von Schuller. Von
Schuller, a new member of the Philosophy
Department, has written the intellectually
mind-boggling treatise, "The
Trans-metaphysical Consciousness: A
Philosophical Indictment on Post-Hegelian
Zenoism." Von Schuller will be teaching
the ,course "Pre-Socratic Existentialism.'~
And, of course, Von Schuller
will be involved in the "Introduction
to liberal ,Arts" program, emphasizing
the negative impact of Kierkegaardian
phenomenology on education at Bethel
College.
Part-time help includes: Wallace J.
Drinkberry ("Books of the Bible: Hezekiah"),
Rufus Roskeller ("Great Issues:
Nazi Pacifism"), and Elizabeth C. Johnson
("Upper Division Piccolo").
It should be an exciting year with
these brilliant additions to our educationLast,
but not least, we welcome Bob al program.
We/co~e Week jottings
by Dave Shelley
Picture a large body of new students, many slightly,
nervous and excited, 'gathering to worship in the Bethel
gymnasium. .
Picture a large mass of bodies, many slightly hot and
bothered, battling to find their shoes in a pile in the Bethel
gymnasium.
Picture this same group of bodies, many slightly sick
to their stomachs, watching an upper-classman with an
"iron gut" swallow a mixture of water, saliva, toothpaste,
facial hair, et cetera, in the Bethel gymnasium.
Picture this same group, many in night robes and curlers,
leaving their residences at 2 :30 a.m. to gather on the Be-thellawn.
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Picture all these bodies meeting for prayer and communion
.in the Bethel gymnasium.
Picture Welcome Week 1975.
Welcome Week this year followed the same pattern it
has in the past several years with two basic differences.
First, the freshmen were initiated by being pulled out of bed
for an hour in the early hours of morning. Second, a much
greater emphasis was put on spiritual life than in past
orientation weeks.
"We felt a good work was accomplished in the lives
of the kids," said Tim Zimmerman, who, along with linda
Armstrong, headed the Welcome Week staff.
"The end result was successful, although we, being inexperienced,
were not as organized as we might have been,"
Tim stated. "I believe almost everyone became more aware
of his responsibility to pray and grow together and to help
one another to walk in 'the Lord."
Most freshmen agreed, "We really did start to feel a sense
of unity."
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10. The Best Steak House (1746 Lexington Ave. N.) ****
Louie's Best Steak House is a rare example of a restaurant
where the customer gets as much or more than he
pays for. Louie and his family, who hail from Greece, are
people genuinely concerned with the quality of their work.
The steaks are huge and Louie is a master craftsman at '
the grill. The steak menu includes sirloin, chopped sirloin,
filet, and T-bone. Louie also serves chicken, shrimp, chops
and ham steak but he would much rather throw on a steak;
he knows his strong suit. Being a genius in the culinary
arts, Louie takes special care with the little things that ~re
essential to quality dining.
His salad dressings are superb. His baked potatoes are
always done just right and the orange soda is the finest
in / the business. Most meals are around $2.50, with the Tbone
priced near $3.50. One thing is for certain, you will not
leave Louie's hungry or disappointed.
11. Tire Rustler (2131 Snelling Ave. No.) *
The Rustler is a relatively new steak house in our
area that uses some time-worn gimmicks to lure local chowhounds
through their door.' Their pseudo-rustic decor, complete
with cow-girl waitresses, is boring at best. The steaks are
being made before you come in the door, so the service
is fairly quick. However, there is no telling how long
you'll get a good meal, b\lt frankly, it's not worth the risk.
Prices are competitive, but the product is not.
12. Cicero's (Har Mar Mall)
If you want a quality pizza at a sensible price with a
pleasant atmosphere, don't go to Cicero's.
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Food for thought:
A gastronomical road map
The following "Guide to Good Eating" is presented as
a service to new Bethel students who are as yet unacquainted
with the intricacies of greater metropolitan north suburban
nonchain epicurism. It is intended as an alternative to the
mindless hit-and-miss, word-of-mouth wandering that can often
occupy an uninitiated eater for months and send him reeling
from one gastronomical disaster to another. Armed with this
Guide, the would-be gourmand can forage ahead immediately
into new levels of ambrosial delight.
A cursory perusal of the Guide will reveal its practicality
for the serious diner, anxious to find a good meal at
a reasonable price in pleasant surroundings. This is not an
entertainment index or a fill-and-a-Rolaids list.
1. The 'Ground Round (2100 Snelling Ave. N.) *
This combination restaurant/bar features a limited menu,
high prices, ,and noisy atmosphere, especially when the socalled
entertainment is in session. The G.R. is essentially
a weekend bistro for the sing-along-with-the-second-ratebanjo
crowd and should be scrupulously avoided during peak
hours.
For the serious diner, it offers an above average burger
for $2.25 and a decent frankfurter for $1.50. Free peanuts
and popcorn are an obvious gimmick to sell more liquid
refreshment.
2. Lido Cafe (1611 Larpenteur Ave. W.) !i** _
For top-of-the-line Italian food, no other place in the
Midway area can touch Lido's. The pizza ($2.50 - $3.00) is
unsurpassed and spaghetti ($2.50 - $3.50) will do more thanfill
one up. Many other fine Italian dishes are available
'in the $3.00 - $5.00 range. Especially recommended is lasagna.
Experienced waitresses help make a meal at Lido's something
specia1. Reservations are in order during peak hours.
The downstairs pub features an abbreviated menu and
more noise. Weekend entertainment falls squarely within the
neoacousticalfolkro~kcrap genre. September's highlight is
Mike Rodebote and the Kumbaya Kid.
3.Farrell's Ice Cream Parlour 'Restaurant (Har Mar Mall)
1/8*
The u in Parlour tells it -all, as Farrell's overpriced
but top quality ice cream product is totally obscured by a
pseudo-carnival atmosphere that's fun for about two minutes.
4. La8t Frontier Restaura.nt (2191 Snelling Ave. N.) **
This is the original western/rustic spot, complete with
real artifacts: a pleasant change from the all too -prevalent
stainless-steel-spurs-and-a-plastic-beartrap scene. The Frontier
is well established (18 years) and the cuisine shows it.
Medium-priced steaks are excellent and theirs is the
best $4.00 T-bone around. The king-sized basketburger is the
original meal-in-a-bun, a bargain at a buck and a half.
Service can be slow, but the homespun waitresses will
melt your heart. Seating is a tad cramped and the chairs a
bit uncomfortable if you're over 5' 8". Avoid the right side of
the menu whenever possible, as - drinks and desserts are
scandalously over-priced.
5. The Flameburger (1533 Larpenteur Ave. W.) ****
The Flame is part of a dying breed: the small, independently
owned neighborhood cafe. Located within easy
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walking distance of the old campus, it begs the question:
Why ever go anywhere else to eat?
A true social melting pot, the Flame puts all diners
on equal ground, from the tuxedoed tycoon to the greasestained
wrench jockey. Here is a genuine piece of Americana
that renders ridiculous the current spate of restaurant
Bicentennial claptrap.
The Flame offers the best breakfasts in town, with
unparalleled French toast and wheatcakes. Order the Ranch
only if you're coming off a fast or plan to start one. Malts
and hash browns are superb, and there is no better burger
for the price.
The Flame is open 24 hours,_ but avoid the bar rush
at 1 :00 a.m. The . difference between day and night waitresses
is the difference between night and day. The aftersix
contingent would only look appealing to a stockholder
in Revlon cosmetics. . .
If you like your soda pop cold, ask for ice.
6. The Steak Inn 0310 W. County Rd. E.) **
Still in its initial year, the Steak Inn has established
itself as an excellent eating institution. Although primarily
concerned with steaks, the "Inn" also serves excellent chicken
and their lobster is really quite - good. $4-5 will buy one a
number of excellent dinners, with the more expensive steaks
running $6 and up. Breakfasts are good here also, with a
complete menu. Their french toast is delicious, but the
waffles are often a risk. The sandwiches on the menu
are often quite good, with occasional exceptions. Service
when busy is rather slow, but not agonizingly so.
7. Uncle John's (2194 Snelling Ave. No.)
Uncle John's Family Restaurant, formerly Uncle John's
Pancake House, has been in this area for many years.
The good Uncle, once known for quality pancake and omelette
meals at a sensible price, has recently gone the well but
poorly traveled burger route. He has tried to establish a
well-rounded menu, and the result is that Uncle John's
has lost its distinctiveness (the pancakes do not even taste
good), and it is just another over-priced eating place. The
service is rather slow and sometimes very much so. Crepes
are fairly good, and their coffee (a bottomless cup) is the
best thing on the menu. Most omelette, pancake, and 'burger'
meals are priced at $2 and up: Uncle John's Friday night
speciaJ, all the pancakes you can eat, has been a welcome
relief for Bethel students ov. er the year.s .
8. Earl's Pizza (1748 Lexington Avenue No.) **
Earl's is a classic example of a "pizza place" virtually
devoid of atmosphere, save a jukebox in the corner,
but known for above average pizza. Their sausage pizza
is especially tasty. Earl's menu includes spaghetti, which is
quite good, and a meatball sandwich that can c(}mpare with
any. The rest of the menu should be avoided, however. Their
sodas are decent and should be ordered by the pitcher. Most
large pizzas are around $4.00.
9. The Bouse of Wong (1163 Larpenteur ,Ave. W.) ***
The House of Wong is a well-established local restaurant
where one can enjoy an excellent meal for around
$4. "Wong's" menu includes delicious Chinese foods and
is somewhat of a rarity in that their American dishes are
as good as the Chinese food. Specialties include Egg Foo
Yung, chow mein - egg roll - shrimp combo, and sweet
and sour pork on the Chinese side, and fried chicken, prime
rib and roast beef on the American side. Desserts are
adequate, although the fortune cookies are questionable and
the wedges of pie are far too small. Service is slow at times,
but the meal is well worth the wait.
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In .s'hort • • •
Column initiated
One of the goals of this year's Clarion
is' to initiate a series of "arts reviews,"
including the areas of music, art, drama,
film, and literature.
From the
de,sk of
Shirley & Mort
Well, another year has rolled around
and the vicious rumors are entirely true
- Mort and Shirl are at it again! Many
of you have already chanced to pass
by our office, sandwiched between the
coffee shop and cafeteria, (pun intended),
and have been hit with the irresistible
pitch to buy a 'Student Activity
Card (S.A.C.). They are an offer you
can't refuse this year with the price
back down to $10 - that's a $2 Campus
Coordinator rebate off last year's
$12 price. However, it goes without saying
that the qu.ality will be even greater
- better entertainment and better S.A.C.
savings!! Just to name a few of the
concerts coming, we have such "biggies"
as Andrae Crouch and the Disciples,
and MONK and Mike Monroe. We'll be
going to the Guthrie Theatre at least
five times this year, plus having such
great movies as "The Emigrants" and
"Poseidot:l Adventure" right here on campus.
In addition to this, we'H be having
lots of other spontaneous and zany things
going on, so we're looking forward to
a terrific year.
As Campus Coordinators here at Bethel,
we would like to see you get involved.
We need your help and ideas and
would welcome them at any time. If
anyone is interested in working on a
committee, just stop in and give us
your name and we'll sure use you -
we need all the help we can get!
As brothers and sisters in Christ, within
a small Christian college community,
we share a unique fellowship. We feel
that the quality of life in Christ felt
here at Bethel extends into all areas
of our lives. In sharing together in the
fun and good times throughout the year
we hope that you will experience more
fully the joy that is in Christ and will
draw a bit' closer not only to those
around you but also to God.
Monk in 'concert:
A slice' of country
MONK, a talented collection of Christian
musicians, will be in concert tonight
at 7 :30 p.m. in the Bethel field house.
The group gave an excellent concert
here last year but are expecting better
things this year.
MONK is a relatively new group, although
the concept of their musical and
spiritual relationships is about two years
old. Dave McSparran, who is a Bethel
student and plays drums for the group,
described MONK as a type of spiritual
community. Their music is just one aspect
of their relationship.
, It is difficult to classify MONK in
terms of a musical category. They are
primarily an · acoustic group that relies
heavily on folk and bluegrass tradition.
App~oximately one third of their material
is group-written. The rest of their act
consists of old fiddle tunes, traditional
bluegrass standards, and some contemporary
country songs.
MONK consists of Scott Warren, guitar
and fiddle; Scott Sims, guitar and
harp; Scott Malchow, electric and steel
guitars; Dave McSparran, drums; and
Doug Lohman, bass. Mike Monroe, wellknown
solo artist and guitarist, has also
recently joined MONK, working the sound
system and performing solo sets. Although
he does not currently perform
with the group, there is a chance that
he will be doing a few songs with MONK
tonight, which should make for an exciting
evening.
The purpose of this review series is
threefold. First, we would hope to create
an interest in cultural events (Le., plays,
concerts, recitals, art shows, readings)
both on and off campus. The Twin Cities
are rich in these areas and the interested
student can gain immensely from them.
Bethel also sponsors numerous events
that are of special interest. By reviewing
performances in a wide range of
areas, the C~rion hopes to show that
there are exciting things happening that
warrant our attention.
It will be our policy to strike a suitable
balance between on and off campus
events. We will choose from offerings
that we feel are valuable to the Christian,
although we realize that different
people have different tastes and react
differently to a given event.
Our second major purpose for initiating
this series is to promote some degree
of critical thinking among our readers.
That is, we would hope that when attending
a performance or an exhibition, we,
as viewers, would attempt to analyze
it "in terms of quality. We would not
simply accept everything as great, or
brand everything as trash, without knowing
why. Hopefully, by exposing the readers
to competent Christian critics, we
will begin to create this type of an
attitude.
Thirdly, we are creating this series
because we feel that it is important
to provide an opportunity for those sincerely
interested in art, music, drama,
or literary criticism to have their work
published. ·Many people at Bethel have
unique insights that need to be shared,
and this will provide a voice.
It should be noted that these reviews
will be strictly the opinion of the critic.
When readers disagree with what is said,
they must realize that the critic has
only expressed his own reaction and
is not p,rescribing his opinion on others.
TYPING IN MY HOME
Mrs. Don Johnson - 735-0160
2051 Suburban Ave., St. Paul, 55119
(Vicinity of 1-94 & Ruth St.)
Across from SunRay Shopping Center
TERM PAPERS, REPORTS, THESIS, ETC.
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Bill T roUing'er
Bethel College has many advantages which are inviting
to students (as attested to by our burgeoning attendance)
: Christian objectives, administrators and faculty
members who incorporate the Bible into studies, and ·
fellow students who are generally nice people. Basically, as
the Wall S~eet Journal emphasizes, it is a "wholesome" place
to go to school. But one major problem exists that overshadows
these advantages: Bethel is a shelter from the real
world. Students here are walled in from the problems of
mankind, the stark reality of an unsaved world. The "hills
of Arden" and the "Christian regulations" of Bethel entrap
the student and create for him a "fake existence," and when
he/she leaves, the graduate is unprepared to meet a world
that stands in marked contrast to idyllic Bethel.
The above paragraph is a paraphrase of a very common
complaint made about Bethel. Of all the criticisms directed
toward this educational institution (of which many are justifiable),
this protest, that Bethel is merely a shelter from
reality, is one of the most potentially destructive. It strikes
at the very root of the college's credibility; i.e. the justification
of maintaining , a Christian liberal arts college.
It first must be realized that this criticism could be
directed toward any college or university. Institutions of
higher education, by their very nature, can be labeled "shelters
from reality." The occupation of expanding one's mind
is not one that can be coexistent, or even relatable, to the
world of the 9 to 5 laborer. But is this wrong? Is the
only reality that of the working person, or, if you choose,
the professional man (or woman)? Bethel students have no
choice but to live an existence that is at least somewhat
separated from the lives of the non-academic portion of the
population.
But already I can hear the criticisms: "Maybe colleges
must have their "own world," but if we were to go to
a non-Christian school, we would be able to witness and grow
in defense of our faith." Agreed; point made. Bethel does
isolate us, to an extent, from the non-Christian. In fact,
it is quite probable that most relatively stable Christians
would grow more in a secular school atmosphere than here
at Bethel. But the value of gaining a higher education that
is colored and infused with Jesus Christ, the value of four
years in a community atmosphere with fellow Christians,
outweighs the relative losses inherent in a school such as
Bethel. (Of course, exceptions to this maxim exist, but
we are speaking in generalities.)
One -more point. Many Christians here at · Bethel use the
college to shelter them. For some, it is a warm blanket
which hides them from things in the secular world that
are unpleasant or painful. For others, Bethel is used as an
excuse for their lack of spiritual growth and maturity.
These problems are not inherent in the institution and yet
should be remedied. We, as Bethel students, must realize
that we are given the task to minister to .each other,
in fact, witness to each other. Also, the Christian Service
Department offers all of us an opportunity to express ourselves
in non-campus service endeavors.
Yes, Bethel College, the institution, is deserving of many
criticisms, but that of being a repressive shelter is unfair. We
decide for ourselves in our individual lives whether this
is true or false.
(Next week: Protestant work ethic and the legitimacy of
liberal arts)
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Renaissance revisited
Minneapolis/St. Paul is definitely a modern city. The
specta~ular IDS building, the asphalt in arterial confusion
crisscrossing the city, and the occasiomi.l dirty haze gracing
the air attest to the Twin ' Cities' being part of the 20th
century. But, strange to say, just outside the urban perimeter
of Minneapolis/St. Paul lies another world - in fact,
an entirely different era.
This slice of history is found on Highway 169 near Shakopee
- the Minnesot~ Renaissance Festival. Within the walls
of this rustic compound the centuries of the Renaissance come
alive. Rows and rows of shops line the broad walkways.
Shopkeepers implore the visitor to try his wares, be it pottery,
leather goods, woven material, etc. The shops, manned by
keepers attired in Renaissance dress, have a delicious atmosphere
that makes it enjoyable for the visitor to browse. '
(This is fortunate, because the price of goods tends to be
prohibitive.) .
As enjoyable as the shops are, the amusements are the
part of the festival that seems to give it spice. Human
chess games, horse racing, bagpiping, theatricals, fencing -
it's all here. And, of course, all participants are attired
and all events ar~ conducted in a manner befitting a Renaissance
fair.
But, of course, the food. Renaissance man (and let us
not leave . out woman) lived on his stomach, as we do now,
and it is essential the food play a respectable part in the
festival. Turkey_ legs, roast corn, Belgian waffles, Knave's
sandwiches (sausage on bread) .... one need not suffer in the
gastronomical department. (The delicacy of the festival is the
charros - deep fried bread slices rolled in sugar.)
The festival, running September 13, 14 and 20, 21, is
definitely worth the time of any Bethel student. The price
is $3.25 per person which includes parking and the amusements.
A visitor must immerse himself in the age of the
Renaissance, for ' this atmosphere of a day gone by is the
true beauty of the Minnesota Renaissance Festival.
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Royals stun M,ac
Explode to fast start; Milton tomorrow
by Dan Swanson
Coach Reynolds and the Bethel Royals went to Macalester
Saturday night and showed why he and others on the
team feel this is Bethel's best football team in many, many
years. The final score of Bethel 21 and Macalester 8 was
not only convincing but shocking to many Bethel fans who
are used to pre-season buildups.
After a seesaw first quarter, Bethel struck first at 3 :01
of the second quarter. Mike Anderson recovered a Mac fumble
on Bethel's 32. An excellent block by Kim Walker let Larry
Rocholl turn the corner for 12 yards. Mark Rapinchuk
followed with a ten-yard run and another first down. Then,
third and five on Mac's 35, John Holine hit a wide-open Kim
Walker with a picture perfect pass. Wayne Lavrenz's conversion
kick made it 7-0.
Fifty-nine seconds later, it looked like it was going to be
another typical Bethel season. Mac quarterback Ted Kruschke
hit Elmer Bailey with a pass that resulted in a 72-yard
scoring play. Mac converted a run for two points and took an
8-7 lead.
To the surprise of many fans and alumni, Bethel came
right back. This time, a costly offside penalty by Mac
on a fourth down punting situation gave Bethel a first down
and new life. From Bethel's 45, Holine hit Walker on another
perfect pass and Walker burned 55 yards for six points. Lavrenz
quickly made the score 14-8.
A Mac punt gave Bethel the ball back on their own
40. Two good runs by Rapinchuk with a pass to Selvog
in between brought the ball down to the Mac 23. After
a baffling Mac timeout stopped the clock with time running
out, Holine hit a diving John Selvog 20 yards away in the
end zone with 39 seconds remaining. Lavrenz made it 21-8
for the half with a good kick. That score never changed.
The biggest play of the game came on the second play
of the second half. Mac's Ron Groce carried the ball 67 yards
for a TD that was called back to Bethel's 35 by a clipping
penalty. The TD may have changed the game around but Bethel's
defense toughened. Mac came close only once again.
With 2 :01 left in the game, on fourth and goal, Mike Ander-
Royals swarm unfortunate Macalester runner;
scene repeated often in big win.
son stopped Kruschke on a sneak to regain possession of
the ball.
Bethel played hard and consistently throughout the game.
Highlights were definitely the passing of Holine and the passcatching
of Walker, including his two stinging blocks that set
up long gains running. Altogether, it was the whole team,
both on offense and defense, that contributed to the convincing
victory.
It's too early to start talking of title hopes. Seasons can
quickly change from good to bad with a few key injuries.
This just may be the winnmg season, though, that Bethel
fans have been waitirig a long time for.
Tomorrow, Bethel travels to Milton College for a 7 :30
contest. Last year Bethel edged Milton in a closely fought
game, 8-7.
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by Mark Troxel
One can make a pretty good case for the OplnIOn that
today's sports world is mired in an era of unprecedented
professic;malism. Players like Curt Flood spend more time in
the courtroom than on the field . . Accompanying this increase
in professionalism i~ a general erosion of the moral fiber
\of the "American Athlete." Gone are the days of the milkdrinking,
never-cussing paragon of humility who altruistically
spends his free time sending autographed pictures to orphanages.
Gone are the days of the eighth grade graduate
who always wanted to be a Yankeee and is content to do
nothing in the off-season but make shaving cream commercials
and meet the President. Gone also are the days of the
innocently unassuming Spartan who lives his entire life for
nothing but a simple, "good game, Kowalski," from the
ole gipper.
The athlete of the 70's hates milk, his manager, his president,
Pete Rozelle, orphans, and any offer under $100,000.
He disdains autograph-hounds, TV interviews (who doesn't),
training, and the adulation of 10-year-old boys, and he does
panty hose commercials in the offseason. Worse yet, there
seems to be no relief in sight.
However, there is a ray of hope. There is one last
bastion of purity, one good thing left in the Sod om and
Gomorrah of modern sports: Bethel intramurals.
Even though the intramural jock i"s emulated by the
masses, he somehow retains a certain amount of refreshing
humility. The average 1M participant at least remotely
experiences greatness only to be rudely awakened wh~n his
·first shot careens off of a referee's head or as it languidly
floats over the backboard. The history of intramurals
is crowded with untold numbers of "sleepe,r" plays, "air
balls," and backwards gym shorts that keep us in our places.
This year should be no exception, but that is what makes
1M interesting.
According to Dan Swanson, co-director of men's intramurals,
the goal of intramurals is to "provide students with
an alternative to the high cost, high-pressure world of intercollegiate
athletics. It is a means for students to partici- ,
pa te at a level where winning is not everything but where
competition is keen."
This year Bethel will offer a diverse array of 1M sports.
You can get involved in anything from table tennis to
co-ed volleyball when the ' whole 1M program swings into
action tomorrow with the start of football.
By now everyone should have their 1M handbook, be it
men's or women's. In talking about the men's nandbook,
Swanson proudly exclaims, "Everything is here including 'a
schedule of when events will be run." However, the somewhat
hapless but affable Swanson warns, "This calendar
is what we call flexible."
As for the fairer sex, women's 1M director, Sherry
Sahlin, said, "This year's schedule will be much the same as
last year's." Participation was down a little last year and
Sahlin lamented, "Too many girls are afraid that guys
will see them . or that they will lose some of their femininity
by playing sports. Girls should simply get involved
and enjoy sports."
If you haven't played any Bethel intramurals yet, you are
missing a part of Bethel and a darn good excuse not to
study.
For more details check your 1M handbook and watch
the bulletin board outside central issue.
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Football, Volleyball, Basketball, Swimming,
Softball, Golf, etc. - this is Bethel intramurals.
Cross-Country: Conference?
"We're way ahead of last year. Everybody came to camp
in better shape," said cross country team captain, Jeff
Larson, of the squad which Coach Whittaker believes
"could win the conference and go to nationals."
"It's really going to be a team, not just a bunch of
individuals," said Steve, who ran last year and is coaching
in place of Dr. Gene Glader, now on sabbatical. Steve is
finishing his studies in P.E. but, having used his four years
of eligibility, cannot run.
"We'd like to win conference this year and place high
enough in district to go to nationals," said Steve. "No
Bethel team has ever beaten Westmar though. They're dominant
in cross country."
"In cross country you're only as good as your fifth
man," the coach said. "We have pretty good depth. The
returning guys and the freshmen look good."
Steve. ~aid, "The team is working harder than ever before
,and we're putting in more miles than we did in past
years." Steve expects Jeff to be his top man and says that
he's showing great leadership as captain.
