UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN ne me traving Die Emiss Badges TREET YOUNG PATRIOTS TAKE A HOLIDAY Strike From Classes to Celebrate Washington's Birthday--Board's Next Move nd- sion sis in red, ren, oat, in- pec- ion Salina, Kans. Feb. 23—Three hundred students of the high school took a holiday on the 22nd, which had not been allowed for by the school authorities. As the bell rang for the first classes the students marched in a body from the building to Oakdale Park where impromptu races and a program were held to celebrate the birth of the Father of the United States. So far there has been no move by the Board of Education. SALINA PICKED TOPEKA AND LOOK LIKE CHAMPS Salina High School, Feb. 24—(By C. E. McConchie, Special Correspondent)—The Salina high school basket-ball team defeated the Topeka team in the high school gymnasium Friday evening, 37 to 22. At the end of the first half the score stood, 22 to 12 for Salina. The game was clean and fouls few considering the speed and weight of the two sides. The Topeka basketball men were met at the Union Pacific station here by about two hundred students. HIGH SCHOOL VISITOR TALKS TO SENECA HIGE FRANCIS CLARK CHAMPION TYPEWRITER AT JUNCTION Seneca High School, Feb. 28—(By James Mason, Special Correspondent) —W. H. Johnson, Kansas high school visitor of the University of Kansas visited the Seneca high school last week. He gave a short talk to the members of the Seneca high school in chapel, speaking of the growth of Kansas high schools and their relation to the University of Kansas. SENIORS PLAYERS ADOPT STIFF ELIGIBILITY RULE Junction City High School, Feb. 24—(By Harold Robhr, Special correspondent)—In the first-year typewriting class contest Francis Clark won the prize given by Miss Freligh, teacher of commercial subjects. The contest was conducted under the same regulations used in determining the world's championship. The prize was a gold pin engraved with the short hand symbol for the work "typewrite." Howard Reiber had next largest number of net words. Herington High School, Feb. 20—(By Fred L. Miller, Special Correspondent)—The senior class play, "At the end of the Rainbow," was given in the opera house last week. It was very successful. The proceeds, amounting to $88, will be used for publishing the high school annual. Miss Ives, teacher of the normal training department directed the play. When the senior class asked permission of the school board to give a play, it was objected to on the ground that the students would neglect their school work. A pledge was signed by each member of the class, promising that during rehearsals the average standing of each student would be above ninety per cent. FIVE TEAMS ON MARK AT JOHNSON COUNTY MEET Olathe High School, Feb. 26—(BJ. B. J. McKay, Special Correspondent) The third annual track meet of the Johnson County High School Athletic Association, will be held here April 20. Five schools, Olathe Gardner, Edgerton, Spring Hill and Lenexa, will enter teams. Fourteen events are scheduled, and gold and silver medals will be awarded the winners. A new feature of this year's meet will be a mile relay race between the district schools for the county championship. Iola Still Winning Iola High School, Feb. 20—(By Ralph H. Price, Special Correspondent)—Two more basket-ball victories have been added to Iola's long list. At Emporia last Friday night Iola defeated the second team of the Emporia college by the score, 60 to 31. The team went to Clay Center from Emporia and took another victory there, 34 to 28. Disastrous Trip for Leavenworth Leavenworth High School, Feb. 22—(By Walter Waller, Special Correspondent) The Leavenworth high school basket ball five returned yesterday from a two days' basketball ball trip to Atchison and Hiawatha Leavenworth was defeated in both games by the high school fives of both places. Friday night the local quintet met defeat at the hands of the Atchison high school and was again defeated by Hiawatha high school Saturday night. There was but one regular player in the Leavenworth line-up. Leavenworth made a good showing in both games. In the game against Atchison, Leavenworth was on the short end of a 27 to 6 score at the end of the first half. The blue and white came back strong in the second period and played on even term with their opponents. The final score was 17, 18, "Took" 0 KOEke for guard for Leavenworth was the star of the game. He held Adams, the star forward of the Atchison five without a basket. In the game with Hiawata, Leavenworth also played a better game in the second half. The local five was handicapped by the small court and their heavier opponents. The score at the end of the first half was 17 to 2 with Hiawata on the long end. Leavenworth took a brace in the second half and scored eight field baskets for a total of sixteen points. The work of O'Keele at guard for Leavenworth was again the feature of the game. Hooper, at forward for Leavenworth also played a good game. The Leavenworth lineup in both games was: Hooper and Hill , forwards; Hartman, center; and Mell: and O'Keee, guards. GOT THE FUND, GOT THE GIRLS—BUT LACK GAM Spearville High School, Feb. 22—(By Ed. Wiedemer, Special Correspondent)—The Spearville girls have added another victory to their long list by defeating Larned, at Larned. The game was fast from start to finish. In the first half the score stood 6-4. In the last half our forwards turned on the rapid fire guns and at the end of the game the score was 21-8. The result of the game shows the advantage of fast team work and steady individual play. There is not a flaw in any position of the team, and were it possible to arrange a game with some larger school team, our girls would have a chance to show their real playing ability. Miss Helen Haynes Resigns Dodge City High School, Feb. 20—(By Herbert Schelk, Special Correspondent)—The resignation of Miss Helen Haynes, instructor in English and commercial subjects took effect Monday. The classes took effect Monday. The classes will be divided among the other members of the faculty for the remaining months of the year. Professor Hodder Takes on Hutchinson High School, Feb. 26— (By Art Front, Post correspondent) Hodder of the University of Kansas gave a lecture to the teachers on Early American Political Caricature. His lecture was illustrated by a number of lantern slides. Just recently Professor Hodder has added about thirty new slides to his collection. Professor Hodder Lectures One Hundred New Books One hundred new books have been ordered by the school board for the high school library, principally in English, History and Natural Science. One Hundred New Books Class Shield for Subscriptions The Senior class has begun work on the Nineteen-Twelve Annual, and a contest for subscriptions will soon be started. The prize will be a heavy wooden shield on the front of which will be the numerals of the winning class in a monogram of brass. C. K. Teachers Association Meets The Twenty-Sixth Annual session of the Central Kansas Teachers' Association will be held at the Hutchinson high school on February 22 and 23. Thursday and Friday will be holidays for the common school pupils in this vicinity, and high school will be dismissed Friday. Many prominent educators and speakers from this and other states will speak, among them being A. W. Trettien of Kansas University whose subject will be: "Some Present Conceptions of Kansas Education;" Dr. Edward C. Elliot of Wisconsin University; Miss Archash M. Harris of the Kansas State Normal; and Prof. E. L. Holton of the State Agricultural College. Hutchinson Girls Win On the evening of Friday, the 16th the Nickerson girls' basket-ball team met defeat at the hands of the Hutchinson girls by a score of 20 tr. 9. The two Hutchinson guards Misses Taylor and Irving, were the stars of the local team, and succeeded in keeping the Nickerson forwards from throwing a single goal. The Hutchinson team has lost but one game this year, and as a result of their showing in Friday's contest, Conach Yeoman has decided to enter them in the basket ball tournament at Lawrence. SHORT PLAYER RUNS UP AGAINST 6 FT. 4 CENTER Dodge City High School, Feb. 26.—(By Herbert Schall, Special Correspondent)—The high school boys were defeated at Greensburg by the team team Friday evening, 26 to 6. The prettiest part of the game was to see Manda, Dodge's short center, jump against Greensburg's six-feet-four man and break even on getting the tip-off. 54 Hours from Lawrence to Los Angeles Professor F. R. Price Dodge City, Feb. 26.—Prof. R. R. Price, head of the extension department at the University, spoke at an afternoon meeting of the Ford County Teachers' Association here this afternoon, on "The Use of the Schoolhouse as a Social and Civic Center." Through Tourist Sleepers. SERVICE UNEXCELLED $25.00 TO CALIFORNIA Professor Price at Dodge. Tickets on Sale March 1st to April 15th. LIBERAL STOP-OVERS ALLOWED For further particulars write or call both phones— No.32 Three Tbrough Trains Daily NO. 32 W. W. BURNETT, Agt. SENIORS PLUCK CLASS HONORS FROM JUNIORS Leavenworth High School, Feb. 26.—(By Walter Hill, Special Correspondent) The senior class basket ball five of the Leavenworth high school annexed the championship of the school here Thursday by defeating the Juniors 28 to 23. GIRL'S VOICES CHARM $80 INTO CLUB'S TREASURY Olathe High School, Feb. 26. The girl's glee club gave its fifth annual concert Friday. The program consisted of eight numbers, concluding with Abt's cantata "Summer," in which seventy girls took part. The proceeds of the concert, amounting to $60.00, will be used to buy additional song books for the Glee Clubs. A string orchestra played the accompaniments. Did you ever see the Golfer's Mascot? They are worthy of any room 75c. Smith's News Depot.—Adv. SOLDIER BOYS HOLD A BIG "BLOWOUT" IN GYM TWO OFFICES VACANT W.S.G.A. Must Find New Vice President and Freshman Representative Washington's Birthday Celebrated by K. N.G.-Privates' Club Organized. The University company of the Kansas National Guards held their annual Washington's birthday "blowout" in Robinson gymnasium Wednesday night. Thirty-six men were present. During the evening an Enlisted Men's Club for privates and noncommissioned officers was organized Sergicron Luke was elected president and Corporal Sterling secretary-treasurer. Two members of the Woman's Student Government Association have been found to be ineligible for office. They are, the vice-president, from the Fine Arts school and one of the freshman representatives. Their names are withheld from publication. The office of vice-president will be filled by appointment by the Council at the next meeting, February 28, and the vacancy of freshman representative will be filled by a special class election to be held sometime next week. The same standard must be maintained during the term of office that is set for election to office, that is, that there shall be no flunks or conditions against any member of the council. The men imitated a day in camp pitched "dog tents," placed guards tossed men to the ceiling, more or less, in blankets, and had a grand hilarious time in general. One of the buglers grew so proficient that he would play Yankees or something equally patriotic while in the air. Miss Zula Chase, of the College who burned her hands and arms while cleaning gloves with gasoline February 12, is recovering rapidly and will be able to be on the hill in a few days. Miss Margery Walter of Junction City is visiting Miss Anna Manley. Phi Gams Initiate Sevente The PhiGamma Delta fraternity initiated the following men Saturday night: W. Westfelt University of Kansas City, Bowers-Hierschin College of Kansas City, Bower of Kansas City Kansas, Bedwin A. Mitchell of Lawrence, Randolph Kennedy of Fort Scott, Chester Wurster of Wichita and Blair Hackney of Atchison, Judge S. A. Riggs, a member of the class of 1855 of Jefferson College presided at the meeting. Phi Gams Initiate Seven The following alumni were back to take part in the initiation: Robert Noll, William Carlisle, and Milton Cain of Atchison, Judge C. A. Burney, Robert Bruce, Horace Brain William Holmes, John S. Wright, and Dr. E. G. Blair of Kansas City, John Taylor of Edwardsville, W. Y. Morgan of Hutchinson, Robert Waters of Bonner Springs, Arthur Simms of Wichita, Paul Kimball of Parsons Dale Gear of Topeka, William Litowitch of Salina, William Wulfekhuerd of Salina, William Fritsche of Leavenworth and Thatcher Guernsey and Alfred Landon of Independence. But it was from one of these meerschum pipes he got at Wilson's drug store, 1101 Massachusetts street. Adv. Saw the Smoke. Buy your sweater now, standard goods, at a big saving. Smith's News Depot.-Adv. In every body's mouth, Wiede mann's chocolates...Adv. Got a Het One. That, is he bought a hot water bottle at Wilson's drug store and knew he had the best. 1101 Massachusetts street." Adv. Pop corn crisp. Once eaten, never forgotten. Wiedemann's—Adv. How do you like this cold snap? Get your next winter's sweater now. Big saving. Smith's News Depot.—Adv ANNOUNCEMENTS All announcements for this col lection are addressed to the news editor before 11 A.M. Orchestra Rehearsal—will be held in chapel this evening at 7:30. French Circle—The regular weekly meeting of the French circle will be held at 3:30, Thursday afternoon February 29. The Scoop Club will be the guests of Professor Higgins at his home at 1232 Ohio next Wednesday evening, February 28. Sigma Delta Chi—The Sigma Delta Chi will hold a meeting at the Phi Delt house Tuesday, February 27 at 8:30. All members are urged to be present. Lecture.—"The Awakening in the Orient and its Effect on the Occident" will be the subject this week at Westmister hall. Hours 4:30 on Tuesday Friday afternoon. La Comedia España—Ensayo general del acto primero de "Zaraguacta", Micleres, el 28 de febrero, en la sala 306 de Fraser a las cuatro de la tarde. Se suplica la asistencia de todos los representantes. Voice Recital-The third number of the Fine Arts winter recital course will be given in chacel Thursday, February 29, by Miss Ruth Cady, soprano. Miss Cady will be assisted by Professor Prever and an instrumental quartet. Social at Westminster hall—A social will be given at Westminster hall on Saturday evening, March 2. The feature of the evening will be the presentation of the Modernized play of Hamlet by an experienced cast of students. All students of the University are invited. K. U. Debating Society will meet at one o'clock Saturday afternoon March 2 at Squire's to have the picture taken. Thespian Club—The members of the Thespian Dramatic club will meet in room 117, Fraser hall, Tuesday evening, February 27. The business management of the club will report, and it is important that every member of the club be present. UNIVERSITY CALENDAR. March 15-21 Inclusive. Friday, March 15-21. High School Conference. Bible Institute. Seventh annual Institute for Religious Education. President Henry Churchill King and President Frank K. Sanders, speakers. Sunday, March 17. Monday, March 18. Vespers. President King of Oberin Colleire sneaks. President Sanders of Washburn College. 3:30. Engineers' Dance. Monday, April 1 Second half-term begins. Wednesday, April 3. Indoor circus in Robinson gymnasium. Friday, April 5-8. Easter Recess. Sunday, April 7. Monday and Tuesday. April 8 and Meeting of the State Editors As- Friday, April 12. Junior Prom. Thursday, April 18-19. Music Festival Wednesday, May 1. Wednesday, May 1. Holiday. Friday, May 3. Sophomore Party. CLASSIFIED ADVERTISEMENTS. Lost and Found. LOST - Teacher's class register, black cloth, leaves red edged, my name on most pages. Reward for return. W. H. Carruth. 3t For Sale. FOR SALE--Laundry route. See Kabler or call Bell 321. Nicely furnished rooms for four or five men. Board in same house. Good terms, "Midway" boarding club. 1042 Ohio. Bell 2325. KANSAS CITY THEATERS. SAM S. 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