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e Veteran’s Club on campus has teamed up with the Hugs Project to get care package donations for U.S. soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan. “e Veteran’s Club was wanting to do something for the holiday season, and trying to get the Hugs Project to come out here.” David Leach, Veteran’s Club president said. ere is a box in every building where people can donate care packages that will be shipped off to soldiers in the hopes of making their holiday season a bit brighter this year. “I have firsthand experience that some of the essentials are hard to get over there, and Hugs provides them. I have experience getting some of their packages. It’s a good organization,” Leach said. e Hugs Project gives people the chance to share the love and give items that tend to be taken for granted, such as food and clothes, to soldiers who don’t have the luxury of going to the store and buying these items. ere are variety of things that people can send. For a complete list go to http://www.thehugsproject. com, but there are a few pieces they are hoping to receive. “Baby wipes are important because you don’t really get to take a bath or showers. Also socks, toothbrushes, candy, and snacks like beef jerky. But really, if you can think of anything that you would want if you were out in the middle of nowhere that would make your life a little bit easier, they probably need it,” Leach Said. Donating isn’t the only way to get involved; people can also do a little shopping. “ey make these bracelets to raise money to send the boxes; I believe each box costs around $12 to send overseas, so that is how they raise money.” Leach said. e bracelets are sold at Crossroads Mall on 7000 Crossroads Boulevard Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. IN THIS ISSUE: ...Page 2 • Anonymous Editorial • News Briefs ...Page 3 Anonymous Ideals • Campus Chat ...Page 4 • Pajama Parade ...Page 5 • Costume parties ...Page 6 • Kindle Winner • Pegasus Program • Auction success ...Page 7 • Game Review: Batman: Arkham City • Trends: Quidditch ...Page 8 • Weekly Event Calendar • Weekly Puzzles NEWS Your Rose State College news-magazine, serving the campus since 1972 V o l u m e X LI , I s s u e 1 0 Nov. 4, 2011 Hugs project reaches soldiers 7,549 miles away Above: Marine combat engineer LCpl. Phillip Korth, of Jenison, Michigan, awkwardly carries six of the eight care packages he received from his church, grandmother, aunt and uncle, girlfriend and his father’s co-workers. Photo courtesy of mctcampus.com By: Narges Taghavi Feature Editor Above: Pfc. Christopher Cuddington writes a letter back to tell those who have sent letters and care packages about how much they are appreciated. Left: Sgt. Mary Magnia wipes away a thankful tear as she reads a long awaited letter from back home. Photos courtesy of mctcampus.com

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Transcript of Print Issue 11-4-2011

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The Veteran’s Club on campus has teamed up with the Hugs Project to get care package donations for U.S. soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan.

“The Veteran’s Club was wanting to do something for the holiday season, and trying to get the Hugs Project to come out here.” David Leach, Veteran’s Club president said.

There is a box in every building where people can donate care packages that will be shipped off to soldiers in the hopes of making their holiday season a bit brighter this year.

“I have firsthand experience that some of the essentials are hard to get

over there, and Hugs provides them. I have experience getting some of their packages. It’s a good organization,” Leach said.

The Hugs Project gives people the chance to share the love and give items that tend to be taken for granted, such as food and clothes, to soldiers who don’t have the luxury of going to the store and buying these items.

There are variety of things that people can send. For a complete list go to http://www.thehugsproject.com, but there are a few pieces they are hoping to receive.

“Baby wipes are important because you don’t really get to take a bath or showers. Also socks, toothbrushes,

candy, and snacks like beef jerky. But really, if you can think of anything that you would want if you were out in the middle of nowhere that would make your life a little bit easier, they probably need it,” Leach Said.

Donating isn’t the only way to get involved; people can also do a little shopping.

“They make these bracelets to raise money to send the boxes; I believe each box costs around $12 to send overseas, so that is how they raise money.” Leach said.

The bracelets are sold at Crossroads Mall on 7000 Crossroads Boulevard Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

IN THIS ISSUE:

...Page 2• Anonymous Editorial• News Briefs

...Page 3• Anonymous Ideals• Campus Chat

...Page 4• Pajama Parade

...Page 5• Costume parties

...Page 6• Kindle Winner• Pegasus Program• Auction success

...Page 7• Game Review: Batman:

Arkham City• Trends: Quidditch

...Page 8• Weekly Event Calendar• Weekly Puzzles

NEWSYour Rose State College news-magazine, serving the campus since 1972

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e XLI, Issue 10

Nov. 4, 2011

Hugs project reaches soldiers 7,549 miles away

Above: Marine combat engineer LCpl. Phillip Korth, of Jenison, Michigan, awkwardly carries six of the eight care packages he received from his church, grandmother, aunt and uncle, girlfriend and his father’s co-workers. Photo courtesy of mctcampus.com

By: Narges TaghaviFeature Editor

Above: Pfc. Christopher Cuddington writes a letter back to tell those who have sent letters and care packages about how much they are appreciated.

Left: Sgt. Mary Magnia wipes away a thankful tear as she reads a long awaited letter from back home.Photos courtesy of mctcampus.com

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There once was a man named Robin of Loxley who became known throughout Great Britain as Robin of the Hood. Robin Hood stole from the rich and gave to the poor; he was a man for the people.

In more recent years, Anonymous has taken up the mantle of the once great Robin. They seek out injustices wrought by big businesses and overzealous governments to prevent personal freedom and privacy from being extinguished.

Officially Anonymous does not exist or have leaders. They seem to be an elusive shadow that anyone can join or claim to be a member of. This sounds shady. If you plot and send warnings of impending attacks, you are a group with an agenda. There is some form of leadership, there is also individual control over what is and is not Anonymous.

This leads to a variety of questions about the trustworthiness of such an organization that hides behind a computer without being held accountable for the actions of its members.

This is not to say that what Anonymous is doing is wrong. The everyday person has more to worry about than what is going on in global politics, economy, and unification. People worry about getting food on the table, having a place to live, and whether or not their children are happy, healthy, and safe.

The increasing level of personal freedom and privacy that is being stripped from the everyday person for

the sake of security has made citizens question what is really happening in government. Thus, Anonymous has formed into a kind of resistance. Targeting social media sites, and businesses that exploit the trust of the people for whom they work. For this reason, governments both foreign and domestic are also targets.

There is one problem though; faceless men cannot fight a war against injustice. One day some over zealous

youth will take up the call, make a mistake and be convicted of espionage because they did not know what they were doing, but felt they were being called to fight in the ever-evolving Internet privacy war.

Would Anonymous go to their brother’s aid? It is unclear, as Anonymous can disclaim they were involved in any action taken. Is Anonymous scared of retribution? Why else would they claim to be a non-group of like-minded individuals who perform tasks pertinent to social freedom?

So who is Anonymous, what is their objective? Are they for the people, vying for control, or just malcontent workers of former Internet companies? It is uncertain, as the shadowy cloak of the group’s image remains unseen.

One thing is for sure; what is unseen can be friendly or deadly, and Anonymous thus far seems to think they can take on the world. Until proven otherwise a stamp of “treat with caution” should be applied to the non-group’s business card.

Mo-vemberStart: Nov. 1, Wellness CenterEnd: Nov. 30, Wellness CenterDuring the Month of November, the Wellness Center is challenging all men to grow the best moustache or beard that they can in support of raising awareness for men’s health issues such as prostate cancer.

Jet and Cord McCoy leadership presentation11 a.m. Nov. 8, Student Center Dining AreaThese Amazing Race competitors will tell what’s they’ve learned about overcoming obstacles. Free Chick-fil-a is available while it lasts. Those enrolled for the 2012 spring semester are eligible to enter a drawing for an iPad.

Native American College Day11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Nov. 15, Student Center Raider RoomThe Native American club, and members of the Native American community will be hosting an event that highlights the culture. There will be an exhibit of Native American jewelry, there will be Indian tacos for sale, and music, story telling, and dancing from the Chickasaw Nation. Please RSVP to 405-733-7372.

“Rise ‘N’ Thrive: From Great Potential to Exceptional Performance”Available Nov. 7 - 21, 2011 The Learning Resources Center subscribes to a training service called StarLink from the Dallas Community College District. They are presenting a webinar by Al Duncan, award-winning columnist and authority on soft skills and empowerment, author of “Get ALL Fired Up.” The LRC will have a showing on Wednesday, Nov. 16. For more information please call 736-0259.

Staff MeMberS

Editor in ChiefLogan Pierce ([email protected])Assistant EditorChelsea Ratterman ([email protected])Features EditorNarges Taghavi ([email protected])Assignment EditorD.J. Gosnell ([email protected])Online EditorMelissa Strout ([email protected])Graphic ArtistMichele Penix ([email protected])PhotographerTracie Bullen ([email protected])Circulation ManagerAmber Stafford ([email protected])Coordinator of Student PublicationsJulie Lesko-Bishop ([email protected])

Computer GuruScottie Seger ([email protected])VolunteersVictoria Beechum (staff writer)Leiden Pierce (cartoonist)

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EDITORIAL

News Briefs

Robins merry men become Anonymous

Anonymous’ mantra: “We are legion. We do not forgive. We do not forget. Expect us.” Photo courtesy of thehackernews.com

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C a m p u s C h a t : W h a t t e c h d e v i c e c a n y o u n o t l i v e w i t h o u t ?

“My computer, because I do everything on it like research and

typing papers.”

Sara Mackey, Undecided Major

“My iPhone 4, because I love it and it’s my brain. It’s

everything for me, like a computer and my schedule.”

Mallory Unsell, English Education Major

Neil Weathers, Counseling/Social Work

Major

“My iPhone. I’m always talking to someone, listening

to music, making notes and it’s good in case of emergencies.”

Raul Ontiveros,Computer Information Technology Major

“My MacBook. I almost said my phone, but everything on there is on my computer. It’s

my life.”

By: Chelsea Ratterman and Tracie Bullen

For more than five years the quasi-group Anonymous’ unique brand of hacking has left an indelible mark on Internet culture. Portions of their influence eventually seeped into the real world.

While Anonymous boasts no formal organization or leadership, it has adopted certain icons, including the image of a faceless business

suit and the Guy Fawkes mask, (made famous from the film “V for Vendetta”). Anonymous’ mantra is “We are Anonymous. We are legion. We do not forgive. We do not forget. Expect us.”

The mysterious nature of Anonymous, coupled with the imagery, paints a picture of a 21st century Robin Hood; an unstoppable, faceless force of nature.

Anonymous has no official position regarding controversial issues such as abortion, health care, taxes, global warming, or Occupy Wall Street. Anonymous aficionados, known as Anons, can disagree on these and other issues while still being part of Anonymous.

This is not to say that Anonymous is not without ideals. In fact, ideals are what unites Anons. According to analysis from the Extra Credits series, Anonymous stands for:

1. Freedom of Information2. Freedom of Speech3. Unregulated Internet4. Generally only attacks groups

that either directly attacked them, or infringes on their core ideals

5. Does not engage in criminal activity for the financial benefit of Anons

6. Believes in mischief for the “lulz” (i.e. kicks and giggles)

Anonymous’ first major act of defiance was against the social networking game, “Habbo Hotel,” where people create avatars and socialize in a virtual hotel setting. In 2005, rumors spread through 4chan, (online message board used by Anons), that Habbo’s social moderators were abusing their ability to ban people, targeting black-avatar users.

At this notion of inferred racism, Anons began flooding the game with black-avatars, dressed in suits and Afro wigs. Their avatars blocked doorways and walkways, cutting off access to certain features in the game, most notably the swimming pool.

“Pool’s closed” became the rallying cry for the operation, culminating with a mass raid July 12, 2006, where

hundreds of Anons swarmed the game, eventually causing Habbo Hotel to go offline for a while.

Anonymous’ most recent planned attack is against the social network goliath, Facebook. On Nov. 5, Anons plan to shut down Facebook, accusing them of selling their users security information. According to an Anonymous press release.

“Facebook keeps saying that it gives users choices, but that is completely false. It gives users the illusion of [choice] and hides the details away from them ‘for their own good’ while they then make millions off of you. When a service is ‘free,’ it really means they’re making money off of you and your information.”

Anonymous responded to the threat against Facebook, denouncing it. Citing, in a tweet, that “Operation: Facebook” will be carried out by “rouge” Anons, and is not endorsed by the majority of Anonymous. “We don’t “kill” the messenger,” Anonymous said, “That’s not our style.”

Identifying Anonymous: An ideal ist ic enigma

Anonymous stands for total internet freedom with absolutely no regulation.Photo courtesy of www.gamerevolution.com

By: Logan PierceEditor-in-Chief

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Pajama parade participants wow campus

Above: The PJers go marching hand-in-hand . . . hoorah . . . hoorah!

Above-right: Jackson and Riley watch in wide-eyed wonder with a look that says, “Who are these strangers and why are we here?”

Right: Mylieh’s face glows happily as she parades across the RSC campus with her friends. Photos by Tracie Bullen

Far-left: Child Development Laboratory Center (CDLC) children don pajamas for their Oct. 28 campus demonstration.Left: Melodie Beauchamp, CDLC teacher mans her wagon of toddlers with expertise.Below: CDLC children cluster around candy distribution areas.

Photos by Tracie Bullen

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Campus was spooktastic on Halloween this year. Students, faculty and staff got in the spirit of the holiday, wandering around campus in costume, with many events held during the course of the day. The Hispanic Student Association conducted an event that explained “Dia de los Muertos” or the Day of the Dead, as well as a costume contest.

Reginald Snoddy, professor of Spanish, gave the presentation. Dia de los Muertos is a holiday celebrated around the world to remember family and friends who have died. This includes building private altars and leaving gifts on the graves of the deceased, such as candy and “Pan de Muerto” or bread of the dead.

The school provided food for the event, and a costume contest was held for a $25 dollar gift card. Characters in the contest included the Mario Bros., Princess Peach, Robin Hood, an angel, The Undertaker, and a vampire priest. Samantha Powell won the gift card with her angel costume.

Later, faculty and staff had their own Halloween party in the Business building. Doctors greeted party attendants, giving free checkups and prescribing medicinal Smarties. “Take your medicine and go see the doctor in a few days,” Brian Perryman, director of Professional Training Center said.

Perryman was one of the many doctor costumes on campus. Other costumes included Michael Jackson, Princess Leia, with a Darth Vader Mr. Potato Head, a witch, scarecrow, and the fictional serial killer Dexter even made an appearance.

There were cookies and candy throughout the room, as staff members mingled at the event. A costume contest for faculty was also held. The winners were announced Tuesday afternoon with Debbie McIntire as John Carl taking first place, a tie for second between Dustin Orrell as Michael Jackson and Crystal Myers as a scarecrow and taking third place was Chris Leland as Dexter.

Campus celebrates culture and costume competitions

Top: The Hispanic Student Association’s costume contest brought a broad spectrum of competition.

Middle-left: Liniana Renteria’s Carmen Miranda was particularly authentic.

Above: Chris Leland won 3rd place as Dexter, the killer of serial killers.Right: Crystal Meyers won 2nd place as a scarecrow from a corn maze.

Far-right: Cindy Davis, simple but classic depiction of a “brain storm” weathered the competition but didn’t place.

Photos by Julian Moreno

By: Chelsea RattermanAssistant Editor

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Bee’s KneesAuction succeeds

“Spongebob, Pika’chu, some Angels and a Fish” is one of three original paintings auctioned off to raise money for the Bee’s Knees program.Photo by Tracie Bullen

By: Narges TaghaviFeature Editor

The Bee’s Knees is a program set up by Youth and Family Services and is a nonprofit organization that helps young adults with special needs to gain entrepreneurial experiences and business skills.

The program visited Rose State College, and with the assistance of the Frances White Hughes Scholars, on Oct. 27 held an art show featuring three original works from the Bee’s Knees. A variety of prints sold for $5, and donations were appreciated.

The original Bee’s Knees works presented were:

• “All Friends and Love” by Ashley Parker and Allie Jelinek: This painting contains vibrant and calming waves of color.

• ““SpongeBob, Pika’chu, Some Angels and Fish” by Chris Hicks: This painting is very fun and whimsical.

• “Electrical Disaster by Dave Blose: The watery blues contrast the red electrical fire to great effect.

The Hughes’ Scholars raised a total of $135 through the auction. The money will be put toward growing the Bee’s Knees program, purchasing new materials and funding community activities.

By: Dennis GosnellAssignment Editor

During the Fright Night festivities on Oct. 27, the LRC held its raffle for those students, faculty, and staff that participated in their Halloween scavenger hunt. The clues for the scavenger hunt were posted on the LRC RSC website every Monday, and printed in the 15th Street News. There were four clues in all that were as follows:

• “My authors initials are the same as a famous orchestra leader.”

• “My author even won a Pulitzer Prize for his or her work.”

• “The name of the real murderer is Curtis Adams.”

• “Governor Reubin Askew pardoned the wrongfully convicted prisoners.”

Brandy Rutledgehunt won a Kindle as her first place prize. The second and third prizewinner’s were David Lowen and Jennifer Burnett who each won $15.00 gift cards.

Scavenger hunt

Kindle winner

Brandi Routledge-Hunt smiles in anticipation of ordering books for her new Kindle.

Every year the Humanities and Communication divisions put together a contest for students to enter works of original art, photography, poetry, short stories, and essays. Pegasus is RSC’s annual literary publication for students, faculty and staff for selected artwork and literary endeavors. The Pegasus journal has been in existence for 21 years. The spring publication will be Vol. XXXII (32).

Students may submit entries to the panel, which selects the best of works to showcase in a journal that is published in the spring. Pegasus highlights the outstanding creative work of the RSC community.

“Those entrants whose work is selected to be included in the book are invited to an unveiling ceremony, usually in April, and receive a free copy of the book,” Susan Dawson-O’Brien, professor of journalism said.

The book is produced by the Humanities Division, under the guidance of Dr. Betty Edwards,

dean of Humanities Division. Theresa Walther, professor of English and Dawson-O’Brien are involved in all phases of production.

Acceptance by the editors for inclusion in the journal is an accomplishment and an honor as they accept the best submissions for publication. The number of inclusions varies from year to year depending on the number of applicants.

“Students are encouraged to submit their creative work to Pegasus because having their work published is a big deal and looks great on a resume and is a source of pride,” Walther said.

To get registration forms and more information, see Professor Walther in Humanities Room 133A or Professor Dawson-O’Brien in Communications Center Room 120. Entries may be submitted at the main Humanities Division office. Copies of Pegasus journal can be purchased from Humanities department while supplies last.

Pegasus lets studentsSoar through self expression

By: Amber StaffordCirculation Manager

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For over a decade, the wizarding world of Harry Potter has captivated billions of people. The series concluded with the final film and the launch of Pottermore.com, an interactive website for fans. However, the series lives on in “muggle” society, (“muggle” being wizard slang for non-magical beings).

Quidditch has become a fast growing trend in colleges and around the world, with teams in the U.S., U.K., India and many other nations. The game has also caught on here in Oklahoma where a few colleges such as OSU and UCO, are garnering significant attendance and media coverage. The game created in J.K. Rowling’s books is a way for the phenomenon of Harry Potter to live on, long past the last DVD release.

The game reflects the wizard sport depicted in the movies. There is a Seeker, a Keeper, two Beaters and three Chasers. A slightly deflated volleyball serves as the Quaffle and dodgeballs are used for Bludgers. A person dressed in all gold or yellow

serves as the Snitch, where the entire campus is open field.

Players must carry a broom stick between their legs at all times, with Chasers attempting to throw the Quaffle past the Keepers into the goals, and the Beaters keep the Bludgers from coming into contact with someone from their team. The game is concluded when the Snitch is caught.

This has become an international sport, with the International Quidditch Association formed in 2007 under the name Intercollegiate Quidditch Association. Currently there are more than 1000 teams in the IQA, with more prospective teams from around the world. The World Cup is hosted each year, with a World champion named in both the collegiate and the high school division. Middlebury College in Vermont has won the last four World Cups. The next World Cup will be held Nov. 13-14 in New York.

Quidditch requires 15 players between the two teams, seven for each team and a neutral player to be the Snitch. With a minimum of

two participants required to start a club, could Quidditch be the start of

something magical on campus?

At the 2009 Spike Video Game Awards, Rocksteady announced a sequel to Batman: Arkham Asylum. The sequel, Batman: Arkham City was released Oct. 18 and is available on the PS3, XBOX 360, and PC.

The game is set around Dr. Hugo Strange’s odd fascination with the Dark Knight. With the help of the Joker, voiced by Mark Hamill, Dr. Strange plots to initiate Protocol 10. Citizens of Gotham beware.

Similarities between the first Arkham game and the second are few and far between. Enhanced combat mechanics make fighting more challenging, while giving the player a wide range of new options with the combo count system.

The graphics for the game are stellar and leave barely any difference between actual gameplay and cut-scenes.

New with Arkham City is the ability to play as both Catwoman, and Robin. However, the DLC

(downloadable content) for Robin will not be available until Nov. 12.

In the very first scene of the game you have the option to play as Catwoman during an attempt to steal back property from none other than Two-face.

It is not Catwoman’s costume that embodies her lively cat persona; it’s the voice over acting of Grey DeLisle. Catwoman is sultry and seductive, while maintaining that elusiveness which seems genuinely feline. There are other scenes throughout the game that Catwoman appears, but I will not spoil gamer’s fun by telling them what to expect.

Batman fans know Robin as Dick Grayson. However, in Arkham City Grayson and Bruce Wayne decide that it is time for a new Robin to take the stage. Grayson has gotten older and changed his superhero name to Nightwing and struck out on his own. So Batman takes up a new apprentice, Tim Drake, the last Robin.

Tim Drake’s Robin is available as a playable character in the challenge

map mode, where players are likely to face a great number of opponents and accumulate points in order to get some collectible item in the game.

Rocksteady put a great game together. It’s challenging yet simplistic. After playing the game for over 4 hours, I’ve barely scratched the surface

of the story, and was searching all throughout the game trying to solve the many Riddler challenges.

I give the game a five star rating; it is a graphic marvel, an engaging story, and wonderful challenge.

November 4, 2011 7entertainment

TRENDS

Rocksteady Studios scores with Batman: Arkham City

The Dark Knight soars in “Batman: Arkham City,” an ambitious follow-up to Rocksteady’s surprising blockbuster, “Batman: Arkham Asylum.” (MCT)

M i l l i o n s o f m u g g l e s m a n u p f o r Q u i d d i t c h

Allison Moore, of Team SQBs, foreground, blocks a shot by AJ Jordan of Team TP during their game of Quidditch, March 27, 2010, in Grapevine, Texas.

Quidditch is the game students at Hogwarts play in the fictional world of Harry Potter. Photo courtesy of mctcampus.com

By: Chelsea RattermanAssistant Editor

By: Dennis GosnellAssignment Editor

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Crossword PuzzleCalendar of Events for weeks of

Nov. 7 - Nov. 21

Nov. 7Opening Reception Jewish Songwriters Exhibit,

LRC 2nd floor, 2 p.m.

Nov. 8Student Senate meeting, SC 123, 2 p.m.

Nov. 10Veteran’s Day Recognition Luncheon, 12:15 p.m

Nov. 15Student Senate meeting, SC 123, 2 p.m.

Nov. 21Public lecture by Dr. Jeremy Clifton with musical

accompaniment, H.B. Atkinson Theatre, 7 p.m.

puzzLes & events8 November 4, 2011

Last Weeks Answers

Across1 Kilmer of “Batman Forever”4 Nostalgic soft drinks9 Latish wake-up time14 Object of a conquistador’s quest15 Conjure up16 As a friend, to François17 What older baseball pitchers might do?20 “Scarborough Fair” herb21 Huey, Dewey and Louie, e.g.22 Dull routine23 Fetch Halloween costumes from the attic?27 Mice and lice29 Quick-flash link30 French land mass31 Early

pamphleteer35 Big name in baseball cards39 “Can I get a word in?”41 Muffler43 Intimate apparel purchase44 Wrinkle-prone fabric46 Work with one’s hands48 NATO founding member49 Classy org.?51 Dulles alternative53 Post snide comments on a blog?59 Italian diminutive suffix60 “Pagliacci” clown61 Dundee denials64 Join the high school wrestling team?68 Early Indo-European69 Actress Dunne

70 Volstead __: Prohibition enabler71 Campfire treat72 Enjoyed, as a beach blanket73 “Go for it!”

Down1 Swears2 Certain stage solo3 Scratch4 Composer Rorem5 HTC smartphone6 Mr. Fixit’s genre7 “Don’t remind me”8 Attach, in a way9 Most likely to crack10 Bring down the curtain11 Tiny Pacific republic12 Rally, as a crowd13 Thin sprays

18 Think19 Actress Swenson24 Fall (over)25 Geneticist’s concerns26 Art colony town27 Medicine chest item28 K-1232 “Ew!”33 Mary Bobbsey’s older daughter34 Poetic preposition36 Keeps at it37 Galileo Galilei Airport city38 Attention __40 Choice reading?42 Casino game45 Its largest moon is Triton47 Drops on a blade?50 Each52 Monument word53 Gyro essentials54 Render weaponless55 Godzilla’s stomping ground56 “Wait __ Dark”: 1967 film57 Pageant trophy58 “Okey-__!”62 Verb-to-noun suffix63 Droop-nosed fliers65 Mr. Potato Head piece66 “Small Craft on a Milk Sea” musician67 Home viewing room