THE UNIVERSITY COURIER PUBLISHED EVERY FRIDAY BY THE COURIER COMPANY. Entered at Lawrence, Kansas, as second class mail matter. Frank C. Bowker, Editor-in-Chief Local Editor ... Jack Morgan Athletic Editor ... J. O. Shiras Literary and Exchange Editor Otis S. Allen Managing Editor Clyde W. Miller Business Manager ... C. R. Travel Circulator ... Lawrence Chamberlin Treasurer ... Richard Bates Roy can now be distinguished from Charlie Fletcher by the rank growth of "Colorado Maduro," which adorns his chin. He will allow it to grow until the first populist president is elected. Sal Walker made his mark on the foot ball field on Saturday every where his work was conspicuous. He laid out the lines in whitewash. The faculty will allow Spellman a day for sociological pursuits in Wyandotte or Kansas City, Kan., looking up and investigating "Maltby Town" and peering into ways that are dark and the "doins" of Pete Kline and Ed Finally. Well, maybe "Spellte" will find some of the latest games. One of the most amusing thi gs connected with the Pi Phi initiation was the clever imitation of negro minstrels by two of the most prominent members. As no burnt cork was handy shoe blacking was used. This would have proven ruinous to their complexions had it been allowed to remain on longer. Maurice Alden is the victim of mis-placed confidence, in the language of the worldly; he is "easy" he gave a darkey whom he charmed to meet $2 50 to make some purchases, the darkey returned and demanded 50 cents more, he then disappeared and has not since been seen. Alden's friends are rejoicing that he hadn't his months allowance with him No board bills or others will be paid this week as the "called races" have been in town. The gates of Bismarck grave were thrown open to the public and suckers on last Monday and continued so for one week. Hence the stringency. How dear to the hearts of University boys are the names of Iron Qill, Princess, and A. C. K., of the trotters, and Limestone and Violetta, of the three runners there. The little tickles bearing the name "Paris Mutuals" are treasured by a few in the hopes that some day the judges will either reverse their decision or call the race off. How their hearts did beat when their horse came near winning in spite of its jocky. Then at supper time could be seen bodies of students strolling back through north Lawrence via the suburb scenery. For who would ride along the dusty road when such congenial company was afoot? There is a quaint mook in Lawrence known only to a few "Bohemians" and others whose taste leads them to seek the quiet and more secluded sides of life. The place is known to men as "The Abileene Colony" and to women as the place where "Troxel rooms." Alexander Selkirk, the czar, Prof Green or Seabrooke on the side of Champagne are no more supreme than is Troxel when he dons his purple loa and thunders his mandates to his trembling "Grend Vizier Bob Woode," the colony is governed by a lot of rules composed by Troxel when he was down in Kansas City and they show a good taste but not ample capacity. The other officers are Clarence Shriner "keeper of the deck" and Frank Northercraft who besides being chief cook is one of the "bottle washers." A visit to the colony will amply repay the curious, it is now on the corner of Quincy and Kentucky but the encroachment of civilization will eventually drive them farther into the winds. The Glee and Banjo Club Election. The candidates for the Glee and Banjo club met and elected W, G. Kelley for manager. Out of twenty-eight votes Kelley got seventeen, Southwick seven and Plat none. The policy of previous managers has been to make all the money possible, as their share is ten per cent of the net receipts. To do this the boys were "farmed out" to whomsoever would take them, much the style of school marms conventions. Pleaseanter ways can be imagined to spend the Christmas holidays than to be jerked from one patronizing family to another. While Mr. Kelley will not favor extravagance, still he will be inclined to use as much money for travel and good accommodations as his means will allow. Besides this he is a hustler, having already secured dates and has negotiated a great deal of the business regarding the tour. This is not a new experience with him, as he has been over the route before with different shows, including Liberatte's band of sixty people, when he towed from Chicago to Dallas, Texas Pi Phi Initiation. At the home of Miss Bertha Pocher last Saturday evening. Misses Ida Smith, Harriette Miles, Anna Shire, Elizabeth Warren and Sarah Hyde were initiated into the mysteries -f the Pi Beta Phi fraternity. Miss Ethel Allen, of Kansas City was present to welcome the new members as fraternity sisters After the ceremony a "cooky shine" was enjoyed in a true Pi Phi manner. Popularity is the bane of Chamberlain's life. He has often had to borrow chairs from the neighbors to accommodate his hosts of admirers, who sit and flatter him through his study hours; likewise he has had to carry immense floral tributes presented him at base ball games. But the latest thing perpetrated by his best and thoughtless friends has been a serenade. This outrage was done by a male quartette composed of Rolla Mitchell and Billy Wyon. About 2 n., m. the atmosphere in the vicinity of Chamberlain's house (was split into great chunks by a "Tryolean warble" on the part of Mitchell and "Down on the Farm" by Mr. Wynn. This was followed by "The Old Oaken Bucket," "Comrades," "The Girl I Left Behind," "Sweet Violets," and after a seasonable intermission by "Who Built the Ark," "Way down youound in the cornfield" and "Didn't mean no harm." When last heard they were several blocks away vainly imploring "Brother Michael" to hand down his robe, presumably Brent Woodward's new "Prince Albert." The next morning the landlord raised Chamblain's rent. Alden has again been "touched." This tune it is his watch. It is nowhere to be found, the frat has been searched, that is all but Platt, who is a large husky boy, and no trace of the missing timepiece has been discovered. It is said that Fred Buchan was the first suspected and that he was examined in a parlor where he happened to be calling. Mort Snow was seen to be concealing something down his neck, but it was found to be only a sugar plum. Jack Hessen was seen to pawn a piece of jewelry, but it was found to be a "Brownie pin" and a "Hessen diamond," and Jack Kelsey was seen to hit a book of disgust. All these events were run down by the local "Hawkshaws" and new developments are hourly expected. Last Wednesday night will be one long to be remembered by all "Phi Gams" and especially Todd, Ingalls, Horton and Penfield. For on this "momentous occasion" these four were initiated into the fraternity in bright royal style. It was regarded by old memberf as the most successful of any previous one, as a large amount of accessories and appertenances were purchased to give tone to the ritual. After the initiation proper a "cookey shine" was given in true Phi Gam style. Starr's big comedy company which opens a three nights engagement at Bowersock's opera house Thursday. Songs and dances will be introduced by members of the company. On Thursday night each lady accompanied by one 30 cent ticket will be admitted free. Change of bill nightly. Prices 10, 20 and 30 cents. AMUSEMENTS. THE STARR COMPANX. "The Golden Giant Wind" as played by Miss Eda Clavton supported by James H Brown's Dramatic Co., will be the attraction at Bowersock's opera house, Monday, October 8th, and a change of bill each night during the week, at popular prices, 10, 20 and 30 cents. BROW'S DRAMATIC CO. for all-wool trousers. for all-wool suits made up in any style and fit guaran'eed. Over two hundred styles to select from. Call and see fall samples. W. BROMELSICK, HATTER AND FURNISHER We are here and after you for your patronage. K.U's Being the recognized headquarters for all wares in our line. We invite the old K. U's as well as the new ones to trade at For Dry Goods and Carpets. MRS. WADE'S Home : Bakery Is the best place to buy Bread. 1015 Mass, St. You comed own town town to get some S. op where it is most convenient for you, and where he finest work is done. Bunker & Parreft, JOB PRINTERS, 1927 Massachusetts Street. 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