Paper presented at the Second International Conference on Linguistics and Translation, October 4-7, 1972, Montreal, Canada. (DD)

Author defines the nature of the crisis in language; relates this crisis to a similar one in the life of an earlier civilization; and advances suggestions how present difficulties can be faced. (CB)

Correct English usage is impossible to define. The language is continuously changing, and more than one criterion may be used to arrive at uniform standards of speech. (CK)

Author discusses the use of taboo or so-called obscene words in society and in the classroom. Encourages a discussion of the use and meaning of obscenity between teacher and students. (DR)

The redundancy of some English grammatical elements is illustrated by comparisons with similar Chinese constructions. (RD)

A paper presented at conference of National Association for the Teaching of English (Exeter, England, 1970). (Editor/RD)

Discusses the use of nonsexist language in office correspondence. (AEA)

Examines comical problems arising from the overuse of business and technical jargon and syntax, including alienation of the reader. Offers suggestions for business writers to avoid usage that can appear comical in their business correspondence. (HTH)

Explores the many facets of graffiti as humor, with some educational asides about using graffiti to explain forms, styles, attitudes, and variations in language. (RL)

Reports on an investigation of American Sign Language signs relating to the deaf gay community or used exclusively by its members. Both heterosexual and homosexual informants were used to determine which signs were known only to the gay community. Attitudes of both groups toward these words was also explored. (Author/PJM)

Describes an etymology lesson in which students study the derivation of their surnames. (FL)

Deplores the decline of thoughtful communication as evidenced in bumper sticker messages, signs, and verbal cliches. (DF)