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...question of the Mandolin Club was settled simply by determining to continue the unit if sufficient mandolin players were interested. If enough men are found forthcoming, it is planned to organize a string ensemble to take its place...
Because of the decreasing number of men entering College with an interest in banjo and mandolin music, it was felt that the Clubs' strongest assets were the Vocal Club, the Gold Coast Orchestra, and the Speciality Division. Particularly strong was the position of the Vocal Club, since it represents a field of group singing untouched by the activities of the Glee Club...
Plans, which will be passed on at a later date, ranged from the scheme of offering open nights, with informal singing, to the combination of the Banjo and Mandolin Clubs under the head of specialities and a continuation of the former policy of many concerts and a Christmas trip...
...officers elected were: President, Secor D. Browne '38, Vice-President, David C. Wilder '39, Manager, William H. Brown '38, Secretary - Treasurer, John H. Pierpont '39, Publicity, John F. Purcell '38, Librarian, John C. Jones, 3rd '39, Specialties, Charles C. Lawrence '38, Vocal Club, Edward L. Barnes '38, Banjo-Mandolin, Henry W. Locke '38, Gold Coast Orchestra, Harvey A. Robinson...
Varied schemes for reorganization were suggested and discussed, prominent among them being the modification of banjo and mandolin activities. This is a logical step, in line with modern tastes and trends. The vocal Club is the strongest member of the organization because of its natural appeal to students who prefer lighter music than that offered by the Glee Club. Around it, the Gold Coast Orchestra, and the ever-popular specialty acts, the new officers can build the prospects for a highly successful season...