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plaintiff of poor teachers, and more discrimination on the part of boards as to the qualifications of teachers and the wages they receive.
While the remuneration now received is less than that received by those of other professions of the same intellectual attainments. Yet we must remember that the average teacher of to-day has not by steady work made his power felt in the world. He has not built up the practice of the rising young attorney or physician. He has not secured the custom of the successful merchant. All this lies before him, and while he follows teaching as an avocation he should stop grumbling at low wages and by increased effort try to give an equivalent for what he does receive.
On the other hand, our district boards, by greater liberality and less of this haphazard, easy-go-luck method of choosing teachers, will keep more of the experienced ones in the ranks, and thereby work a direct benefit to their children.
If our district teachers were paid one hundred dollars per month instead of thirty-five dollars as now, many of the most successful who have stepped out and on, would return to the calling. And although the effect of this, in the end, would be rather rough on the teachers, the rising generation would reap a bountiful harvest.
Last Friday the Normal Society held its first meeting under its revised constitution and by-laws. The attendance was large, and the old members enthusiastic. Those on duty were prompt and their productions evinced care in preparation. The following officers were elected for the ensuing term: J. A. Fowler, President; J. S. Shearer, Vice President; Mary Davis, Secretary; J. B. Reese, Treasurer; F. H. Clark, Corresponding Secretary; and E. S. Cowdrick, Critic. The after part of the session was occupied by Dr. Williams in an address to the society upon the importance, position and responsibility of the teacher. It was one of the Doctor's best, and calculated to awaken more respect for the profession. A number of names were proposed for membership, after which the society adjourned. There is room in the society and a hearty welcome for every member of the Normal Department, and we hope to see all take hold of the work which will most promote their own interests. S.
LOCALS.
Miss Nannie Pugh came back to the University last week.
John J. Crowder, one of the old Oread "stand-bys," has just arisen from a severe attack of intermittent fever at his home in Lane, Kas. On account of health he cannot return, but will soon pay his friends here a visit.
We would call the especial attention of our readers to the advertisements of home business firms to be found in this paper. Lawrence merchants furnish goods at lower prices than can be obtained in any of our neighboring cities. The trade of students forms no small portion of Lawrence business. The representative tradesmen of the city appreciate this fact by seeking the students' patronage through the Courier and by offering inducements in the way of good bargains.
THE HAT.*
It was a summer's evening,
Professor's work was done,
And he before his mansion door.
In a new hammock swung;
And by him sporting on the lawn,
His little daughter, Rosamon.
She saw her brother Pericles Roll something square and round, Which he behind the barn-yard gate In playing there had found. He came to see what he had found That was so large,and square,and round.
Professor took it from the boy, Who stood expectant by; And then the old man shook his head, And with a natural sigh, "A Senior's mortar-board," said he, An editor of Kikkabe."
"An editor of Kikkabe."
"Now tell us what you'r talking of, Young Pericles," he cries. The little girl starts up and adds, With wonder watering eyes, "Now tell us all about the hat; Who wore an ugly thing like that?"
"The Sophomores began it first,
To their reproach and shame.
The Seniors followed up the style,
Expecting some great fame.
A celebrated day was that,
When first appeared the tasseled hat."
"And everybody praised the thing, Which did the Seniors please."
"But what good came of it at last?" Quoth little Pericles.
"Why, that I cannot tell," said he,
"But 'twas a famous hat, you see."
- Published with the consent of the author. Poetic license copyrighted.
Last Saturday the athletes of the Junior and Senior Classes gathered at the ball grounds to test their kicking powers. The games were hotly contested, resulting in an unusual large number of bruised shins and torn garments. Regular clubs will soon be organized by the two classes.
Miss Ella V. Keist, our Miscellany editor, returned last Thursday morning from Wellington. All the Courier staff are now on the battle field, taking part in the action.
We have sent the Review two copies of this paper but not a copy of that journal has been received in exchange. All right, gentlemen, you can do as you please.
Judge Advocate Swaim and daughter paid a visit of inspection to the University last Wednesday.
Harry Riggs went up to Topeka last Thursday.
Will the present Sophomore Class carry out the custom, inaugurated last year, of giving the Faculty a reception? All the leaders of the movement are here except Clarence Smith.