1950s
November 4, 1950
“Plans To Obtain Phones In Houses At Impasse”
By Lew Firey
The newly built dorms on Grounds had only two phones for use, despite the fact that 280 students resided in the dorms. Obviously, getting time to use the phone became extremely hard for students and frustrating for faculty. Unfortunately, the University faced several obstacles in bringing more phones to the dorms, and plans for more phone lines weren’t set until spring!
1960s
November 6, 1965
“Eli Banana And T.I.L.K.A. — Time-Honored Societies”
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In light of recent tapping ceremonies, this article goes into detail about two of the University’s earliest secret societies. Though both hugely influential societies had scholastic and leadership requirements for incoming members, they became well known for their antics around Grounds!
1970s
November 9, 1971
“Discussing Directions In American Theatre With Its Prince”
By Steve Wells
Photos by Steve Wells
Drawing by David Ritchie
The Cavalier Daily traveled to New York City for this interview with Tony Award-winning theatre director and producer Harold Prince. Known for his countless contributions to the American theatre scene, Prince shared his reflections on the state of theatre and his future within it with The Cavalier Daily.
1980s
November 8, 1983
“It's time for bed”
By Anne Adler
Comic by Lisa DaCosta
As a fundraiser, Sigma Delta Tau sorority sisters began a “Tuck-In Service” around Grounds. Dressed in pajamas and carrying teddy bears, the girls went door-to-door putting their fellow students to bed (complete with bedtime stories).
1990s
November 10, 1994
“Medieval society displays past pageantry to Charlottesville”
By Erin Trodden
Drawing by Son Ly
The Society for Creative Anachronism brought the Medieval Ages to Charlottesville via costumes and reenactments. The Society focused on historically accurate representations of medieval life. Members participated in activities ranging from spinning wool to fencing!
2000s
November 8, 2000
“Tying the Knot Early”
By Kelly King
Though unusual, these students found time in their busy schedules during their time at the University for marriage (and even children)! In this article, these couples describe their experience attending the University while married.
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