The Spike, 1950

The annual publication "Spike" is scheduled to appear in early September. The closing date for copy to the end of the first week in the second term——i.e., Friday, May 26.

The aim of the editor this year is to prove, by printing good material in stimulating articles, that the student body at VUC to not quite as dead as some people would seem to imagine. Already articles are in hand—one taking an unconventional view of Sargeson—one on trends of music composition in New Zealand. The verse section will include works by James K. Baxter and Elizabeth Entrican. In addition there will be the usual photographic competition and prizes for the best verse and prose.

But this does not make a "Spike." Your co-operation is needed. If you can write, then do so. If you think you can't write—send it in. If you would like to write—then have a lash. All material is welcome, including short stories, verse, and photographs. Please leave all contributions in the letter rack—addressed to "Editor," Spike."

The services of an amateur artist who can do posters for the college notice boards to urgently required by the end of this week. If you could do at least one notice or poster please contact Cliff Strathern or Pete Jenkins through the letter rack or via "Salient" Room.