For the past few months I have
been concerned with the gradual
annihilation of our lawn, your lawn
and mine. I had previously hoped
however, that there need not be a
public protest such as this in order
to urge both students and faculty
members to limit their travel to the,
sidewalks, constructed for that
purpose. But obviously, The Cavalier
Daily's reminders have not yet
sunk into the roots of some people
who have sunk into the roots of our
Lawn. Grass, especially during the
rain-soaked Spring will become
even more vulnerable to decay
through constant abuse. Later on
this semester, concerts will undoubtedly
e held on the steps of Cabell
Hall, and personally, I would prefer
to sit on green grass, not filthy
mud. The Cavalier Daily should be
commended for their aid in this
seemingly futile attempt to persuade
students to utilize the sidewalks,
but lately this has been a
mockery. I stopped a student
crossing the Lawn today, and when
asked why, he responded with a
grin. "I was just hoping someone
from The Cavalier Daily would take
my picture."
Evidently, this and the recent
comments carried by The Cavalier
Daily are not in the least justifiable.
In its liberal evolution, the University
has forgotten many of its
sacred traditions; but we all should
at least cherish the beauty of the
quadrangle. I feel it is our duty to
preserve the area surrounding the
Rotunda, as it is a national historic
landmark.
Do the public a favor, spend an
extra 15 seconds, and keep off Mr.
Jefferson's Lawn.
Lloyd Stamy, Jr.
College 1
