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Gentleman's Club

Alex Simon, a third year student and
current member of the Hall, is strongly
opposed to the movement to coeducate
the Jefferson Society. "The Hall has a
dual function to serve as a debating
society and a gentleman's club," Mr.
Simon said.

"The introduction of women," he
continued, "would completely alter the
atmosphere of the hall. The introduction
of women would cause the male members
to try to pick up the female members of
the Hall."

"As the University expands," Mr.
Simon stated, "women will have more
than adequate educational opportunities
without membership in the Hall."

"Coeducation is not necessary for the
survival of the Hall," he said. "The Hall
has better leadership in office this
semester than it has had in several years.
The Hall is performing its dual function."

Photo By Charley Sands

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