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The Oberlin College Forensic Union..., J. Jeffery Auer

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One of the contributions we believe a college may take to this widespread public discussion is to furnish trained student speakers, capable of providing provocative and critical analyses of current public questions. Since 1927, Oberlin College, through the Forensic Union and the Department of Speech, has offered such a service. This service is available without charge to organizations within a reasonable distance of Oberlin; there is no tariff on public discussion. Organizations are requested to furnish transportation for the speakers or to reimburse them for their traveling expenses, but otherwise the service is a contribution of Oberlin College.

And Now To Define The Terms..., Roy C. Nelson

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The quality of any debate depends to a large extent on a concise, accurate, and honest appraisal of the main terms in a resolution. Al though almost all textbooks on argumentation carry chapters on definitions of terms and principles to be followed, yet many high school and college debaters arc perfunctory in analyzing the questions they debate. In listening to hundreds of debates over a period of years, I have observed many recurring deficiencies in the interpretation of the resolution. Among the most common faults have been: 1. Strained and limited definitions for purpose of strategy. 2. Quibbling over terms …

President's Page...The State Of Delta Sigma Rho And The Fourth Congress, E. C. Buehler

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Introduction to volume 31, issue 3 of The Gavel of Delta Sigma Rho, by E.C. Buehler on the state of Delta Sigma Rho and the upcoming Fourth Delta Sigma Rho Congress.

How An Observer Can Help A Committee..., John W. Keltner

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Too often someone says, "To kill an idea, appoint a committee." The applications of this thought are discomforting and even dangerous. Committees are the heart and soul of the democratic system. Creative policy making and decision through committee discussion form the core of our way of life. We would expect, therefore, that the committee discussion would be one of the most efficient operations in our society. Too rarely is this true. The criticism of the "committee system" is forcing us to the disjunction of either abandoning committees in favor of authoritarian decisions or of exerting some concentrated effort toward their …

The Fourth Biennial Student Congress...

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Information on the upcoming Fourth Biennial Student Congress.

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Information and accomplishments for forensics programs at the various college and universities in Delta Sigma Rho.

Delta Sigma Rho...Chapter Directory

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Chapter directory for Delta Sigma Rho from March 1949.

The Gavel Of Delta Sigma Rho, Volume 31, Issue 3, Complete Issue

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Complete digitized issue (volume 31, issue 3, March 1949) of The Gavel of Delta Sigma Rho.

What Happens To College Debaters?, H. L. Ewbank

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Preliminary report by H.L.Ewbank on alumni and members of Delta Sigma Rho.

Forensics At The Grass Roots..., Ralph A. Micken

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In cooperation with the adult education section of the Extension Service. Iowa State Debaters have for the past several years carried on an interesting series of debates and discussions called the Community Visits. These visits are made throughout the state, to Farm Bureau township halls, adult education classes, church clubs, high school assemblies, and service club dinners. Since the second year of the program we find that we have a core of steady customers —communities to which we are invited year after year, but each winter we add to our list and take on new visits. Trips vary in length …

Forensics Programs And Dynamic Democracy..., Thorrel B. Fest

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Surveys conducted in 1947 indicated that the number of students participating in collegiate forensics had returned to prewar levels, and reports on the 1947-1948 season marked a new high in both interest and activity. In the midst of this upsurge, we may inquire as to what forensics are doing for and to the student, and ultimately for society. As we find ourselves in a season of squad meetings, practice sessions, tournaments, and post-tournament lamentations, it may be well to inquire if our forensic programs are developing students who want to make democracy work as well as enjoy its blessings.

Cover And Table Of Contents, The Gavel Of Delta Sigma Rho, Volume 31, Issue 2

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Cover and table of contents for volume 31, issue 2 of The Gavel of Delta Sigma Rho.

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Notes and accomplishments from various Forensics associations at Universities and Colleges across the United States.

The Harvard Committee Approves..., W. A. Dahlberg

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The Harvard Report, "General Education in a Free Society," with its emphasis upon the importance of discussion and debate activities, should give some comfort to forensic directors whose efforts, so frequently, meet with criticism.

Purdue University Forensics Conference

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Results and notes from the National Invitational Forensic Conference held at Purdue University on November 4 and 5, 1948.

The Gavel Of Delta Sigma Rho, Volume 31, Issue 2, Complete Issue

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Complete digitized issue (volume 31, issue 2, January 1949) of The Gavel of Delta Sigma Rho.

President's Page - "A Word For The Cause", E.C. Buehler

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Introduction by E. C. Buehler to Volume 31, Issue 2 of The Gavel of Delta Sigma Rho.

The Fourth Annual Student Congress

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Announcement and information on the Fourth Annual Student Congress.

The Fourth National Student Congress Of Delta Sigma Rho...

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Rules and procedures for the Fourth National Student Congress of Delta Sigma Rho.

The Theatre During The Confederacy., Iline Fife

LSU Historical Dissertations and Theses

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Social Aspects Of Nineteenth Century American Elocution., Milton Joel Wiksell

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No abstract provided.

The Literary Societies Of Selected State Universities Of The Lower South., Frank B. Davis

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No abstract provided.

An Analysis Of Production Procedures In The Stage Play Harriet, Harold Harvey Ulrici

University of the Pacific Theses and Dissertations

It is the purpose of this thesis to present the research, planning, and actual production procedures of the play entitled Harriet, as written by Florence Ryerson and Colin Clements. This is the production which was originally done by Gilbert Miller at Henry Miller's Theatre in 1943 with Miss Helen Hayes in the title role.

A Suggested Course Of Study For The Teaching Of Speech In The Junior & Senior High Schools Of Kentucky, Charles Loudermilk

Masters Theses & Specialist Projects

In the decade (1920-1930) that followed numerous textbooks as such appeared for the teacher of speech, and courses in public speaking were added to high school curriculums in many states.

In Kentucky, in 1929, the State Department of Public Education advised and urged the high schools to add this course to their curriculum and to encourage all students to take it. Many of the high schools established separate departments for this course; others added it to their courses in English. Nearly all the Smith-Hughes High Schools, which were established in 1917, require training in public speaking.

Since direct world communication …

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No abstract provided.

Outline Of Procedure For The English-Style Of Debate..., Douglas Ehninger

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Discussion Method In War Industry..., Milton Dickens

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Cover And Table Of Contents, The Gavel Of Delta Sigma Rho, Volume 30, Issue 3

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Cover and table of contents for volume 30, issue 3 of The Gavel of Delta Sigma Rho.

The Gavel Of Delta Sigma Rho, Volume 30, Issue 3, Complete Issue

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Complete digitized issue (volume 30, issue 3, March 1948) of The Gavel of Delta Sigma Rho.

Delta Sigma Rho...Chapter Directory

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No abstract provided.