Kansas University Weekly
Editor-in-Chief:
GUY, C. SEEDS
Associates:
FRANK JEWETT,
E. M.CHEA.
Literary Editor:
AGNES LEE.
Local Editor
GERTRUDE HILL.
Associates;
BERTHA BOWEN,
LACY SIMPSON,
C. E. ROSE,
E. S. LINDAS,
CURTIS OSNORNE.
RUTH WHITMAN,
JOHN FLEETCHER,
H.G. MCKEBVER,
W.B. GRAMHAM,
MANIE MORRIES,
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MANFRANK P. PRATT.
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JOHN H. KANE.
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LAWRENCE, KAN., NOV. 19, 1898.
Why S) Sev re?
We are diligent readers of the Kansas City Journal and do not hesitate to pronounce it one of the cleanest and most progressive papers of the West. We are ready to profit by a perusal of its editorial page which usually abounds in timely comprehensive discussions of the vital questions of the hour, yet from the number of petty "roasts" which so often appear in its columns, we are almost led to believe that its editors occasionally become tired of their role of disinterested performers.
Apparently, disheartened and chagrined at the apathy of its readers toward their efforts, they relieve themselves by venting their spleen against whatever or whoever is so luckless as to appear within sight at the moment of their righteous indignation. In a recent issue they indulge in a pierre attack on the K. U. WEEKLY. What has the WEEKLY done? It seems it is guilty of the heinous crime of making two typographical errors in a recently published article. The Journal quotes —or attempts to quote; for even this paragon of good journalism seems to be unable to write a direct quotation accurately—the offending passage and makes a weak attempt to become witty at the expense of two blunders. These were both corrected by the proof reader, but the printer failed to make the correction designated.
The Journal then proceeds to roast us generally for an "artless indifference to the restraints of punctuation, spelling, grammar, and even of good taste." The charges are vague and sweeping and naturally turn us toward the pages of the "Journal" for enlightenment. We have carefully examined its pages and candidly say that we find the diction pure and vigorous. The "Journal" does not hesitate to use slang when it is especially suggestive and incredible as it may seem, is not infallable even in regard to typographical errors; yet the newspaper English of the "Journal" is good English.
But what about "general good taste?" Would the critic advise us to send forth our little sheet headed with a line of flaming red capitals, like the billboard announcements of a "Wild West" show or the words on a placard of a dime museum? The Journal might call this good taste yet others would save it looked sensational and yellow.
Should we announce in these glaring words that some newspaper had "lied" about its circulation, or that "the gang" was guilty of corruption, boodle, thevling, etc? Some of our readers might agree with us, yet look upon such extra frankness as an insult to their intelligence and good taste.
Should we select the most conspicuous part of the paper to proclaim to the public as the leading item of news, a statement of our circulation? This would be very interesting yet many of our patrons would call it bragging.
What then does the Journal mean by good taste? Does it take into consideration the makeup of the paper as well as the items of news and he daily discussions? If so, we are glad there are some to give us advice.
A college paper naturally looks with a
treat deal of awe upon the great metropolitan papers and strives ardently to keep within their good graces. Even though they did not, now and then, modestly allude to the fact, one could not fall in reading them to realize that they are responsible for all good in a community and are the main barriers between the civilization of today and the chaotic corruption of the middle ages. None are more ready to give these great factors in the nation the credit due them than we None are more ready to give ear to their complaints and sincere criticism than we yet when they persist in making such unfair and apparently malignant attacks, we feel called upon to show our resentment and appeal to their magnanimity for a fair trial.
The following from the Manhattan Review, commenting on the Journal's criticism of the K. U. WEEKLY, shows what others think of the arile:
"We consider it rather small potatoes for a pearl like the Kansas City Journal to publish such an item as the above. Friendly criticism would be perfectly in place but we fail to see the force of the above. A fool can tear down what it takes a wise man to build"
We shall, probably, never play the Medics again.
Every student who can, should go to Kansas City with the team next Thursday. There is scarcely a doubt that we shall win the game, yet the presence of a large number of University supporters will greatly aid the team.
The Kansas City Times of last Monday speaks at some length of the inveterate slugging of the Kansas University team. The Times should institute a reform at home. The Varsity has no reputation for slugging to outlive, while the Medics have, according to their own statements.
The engineering shops, which are almost completed, are a most valuable addition to the University and one that will be highly appreciated by every engineering student. Kansas university now offers the best facilities for the study of civil and electrical engineering of any school in the west.
The band has become a fixture and now it is but fair that it should receive some recognition from the faculty. Professor Blake has promised to give $10 toward purchasing uniforms. The amount of money required to purchase the uniforms could easily be raised among the faculty and the gift would be highly appreciated by the boys.
In past years students clated over victories on the gridron would build bonfires and march up and down the streets yelling, "Rock Chalk" or manifest their joy in other ways. Now it is different. Last Saturday evening a merchant placed a huge pile of boxes in front of his store and attached to it a placerand which read as follows, "K U 6; Medies 0." The merchant awaited patiently the moment when enthusiasm should be aroused to such a pitch that it would fairly bubble over and his boxes should disappear down Massachusetts street, in the old familiar way, amidst the cries of "Rock Chalk." But they didn't. Finally, just as he was about to carry the boxes back into his store, a number of the town boys carried them eown to the park and set fire to them
We deeply regret it that there is so little interest manifested in University enterprises—enterprises that are worthy of support. No athletic event, no contest in oratory or debate, has ever received the united support of the students and faculty. We venture to assert that not one half of the faculty witnessed the play given by the Dramatic Club last Tuesday evening. The number of students that was present was also small, yet the play itself was a credit to the University and to those who participated in it. Such enterprises should be heartily supported. They afford a rest from the monotony of the class room, they increase the interest in the school and make it progressive, they bring the students and faculty in closer touch each with the other, they encourage those who have ability to effort, they contribute to ideal college life.
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SOCIETY.
The Sophomore reception given Saturday night in Journal Hall was an exceedingly enjoyable affair. The Sophomore class is very ambitious, and is planning a series of four class parties, of which this was the first. It served the purpose of introducing the members of the class to each other. The evening was very pleasantly spent with games and dancing, amusement being provided for all. Punch and wafers were served throughout the evening. The party was in charge of the following reception committee: Messrs, Savre and Lander, Misses Barth, Penn and T-Miller.
Miss Leota Nicholson entertained informally Tuesday evening for her friend, Miss Jean Frost, of Topeka. Mr Ted Fochler and his gramophone delightfully amused the crowd. Those present were Misses Frost, Leota and Kate Nicholson, Gertrude Boughton, Camille Andrews and Marie Morris; Messrs Frank Beck, Forest Cochran, Milton Reitz, Wycliffe, Hill, Ed Sample, John Cloyes, Roy Osborne and Jim McKnight.
Mr. John Nicholson left for Topeka, Sunday evening, where he intends to remain permanently, as he has accepted a position in the Kellam Book Company, of that city. He will be greatly missed by his many Lawrence friends, for he has been very prominent in University society circles for some time. Just before his departure the men of the Pih Grand fraternity presented him with a handsome pair of silver mounted military brushes.
The Andrews Opera Company who played here Monday night in "Cavalleria Rusticana" and "The Mikada" were very good. This is the third time they have given entertainments in Lawrence and they have proven themselves quite popular.
Mr C, J. Munz who attended the K. U.
Law School last year was married to Miss
Agnes McConnell, in Denver, Colorado the
19th of this month. Mr Munz is practicing
Law there, and they intend to make
that their home.
Miss Lucy Fisher, of Oswego, who graduated from Baker university last year, is spending the week with Miss Bertha Miller. Miss Fisher is a member of the Delta Delta fraternity.
Miss Maude Nichols of Olathe will be in Lawrence Monday to remain a few days with Lawrence friends.
The Misses Anna and Emma Bigger of Kansas City, Kansas are visiting relatives on Tennessee street.
Miss May Sexton is the happy possessor of a new wheel, sent her this week by her father.
The Betas have decided their date for the Annual Turkey Pulling, which will be December the tenth.
Miss Don Bowersock left Tuesday morning for Topeka, where she intends to visit several days, the guest of Miss Mabel Wit
Miss Carollette Cutter returned to her home in Vinland Monday after a few days visit with Pi Pai friends.
Mr. Charles Holliday of Hutchinson will spend Sunday with Lawrence friends.
Miss Pearl Constable left Saturday for her home in Kansas City.
Miss Lucile and Mr. Ray Cross spent Sunday at their home in Neodesha.
□ A crowd of Lawrence people will have a tally-ho party at the Thanksgiving game in Kansas City, between K. U. and M. S. U.
Miss Eva Brown returned Monday from Kansas City, after spending Sunday in that place.
Mr. Lawrence Chamberlain spent Sunday with his Phi Gam brothers in the city.
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Miss Jean Frost returned to her home in Topeka Wednesday, after spending a few days with the Misses Nicholson.
Mrs. Z. C. Milibens, of Salina, returned home Sunday, after a few days' visit with Miss Katherine Addison.
Dick Rogers, Robt. Garver, and Chester Woodward returned from Topeka Monday morning, after spending Sunday with friends in that place.
The Enire Nous club, one of the most prominent among the barb girls, was entertained Saturday afternoon by Miss Cora Peck.
Mrs. James Watson, of Chicago, Illinois, who has been visiting her daughter Miss Carrie M. Watson, for the past two weeks left Wednesday for St. Louis where she is guest of Mrs. George T. Nicholson.
Miss Mabelle McGregor, who graduated from the University last year, and who was one of the most popular girls in school, will be here in a few daos to visit Miss Lee Rees.
Miss Lee, Miss Rees, Miss Cora Peck and Miss Maude Best were guests at dinner, Sunday evening, of the football boys at their headquarters.
The Betas are planning to make their annual Turkey Pulling next month one of the most elaborate affairs of the season. The young lady guests will be presented with Beta stick pins as souvenirs of the occasion.
were invited and dancing was inadulged in till a late hour. Prof. Summers and his orchestra furnished the music for the occasion.
Mr. W. H. H. Piatt returned Sunday to his home in Kansas City after spending a few days with his Phi Psi friends at their chapter house.
Mr. George Grimes went to Kansas City Sunday afternoon and returned at 10:45 that evening
The greatest society event of the week was the Barb party given Friday evening in Frazer Hall. A great many guests
Miss Leota Nicholson and her friend,
Miss Jean Frost, of Topeka, were on the hill Tuesday morning.
Miss Ida Closson, who graduated from Nebraska State University this last year visited the Misses Bullene for a few days the past week. She is a member of the Pi Beta Phi Fraternity.
The Phi Gam boys held an initiation Thursday night for Mr. Charlie Fleicher, Miss Lulu Cross, of Chanute, is a newly pledged Kappa.
Miss Mame Tisdale entertained Thursday afternoon for a few friends.
Mrs. J. Copley left Saturday for a two weeks visit with friends in the north ern part of the state.
Miss Emma Flereshim raturee1 from Kansas City, Sunday, after spending a few days at her home there.
The Betas will entertain at an informal hop next Tuesday evening at their chapter house.
Mr. Barber, an old K.. U. student, now a student in the Kansas City Medical College, visited Lawrence friends Sunday.
Miss Evelyn Craig, of Kentucky, visited with Miss Agnes Lee Friday. Miss Craig is a former Vassar girl and was a roommate of Miss Lee's when she attended that college.
Miss Bortha Bowen and Maude Best went to Baldwin Friday to remain over Sunday with friends in that place.
The "School for Scandal" will be given December and by the Masque, this club will present "Othello" in the second term and is already at work upon it.
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The Phi Psi football team played the High School eleven Saturday morning.
Quite a sum of money has been stolen from football headquarters. Several people are being watched.
Miss Lulu Cross left Saturday for her home in Chanute, where she intends to remain during Thanksgiving vacation.
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State Oratorical Contest.
State Occupation Office
The meeting of delegates from the different colleges of the state to arrange for the state oratorical contest at Ottawa the last Friday in February, took place at Ottawa last Monday, Kansas University had two men present; Messrs. George Foster and P. S. Elliott, the former being president of the association and the latter a delegate.
The colleges of the state were represented by the following men: H. F. Burt, Washburn; A. P. Msirs, Baker, H. P. Blunt, Ottawa; R. E. Cullison, Emporia College; Mr. Hoover, Midland, W. D. Shermerthorn, Salina, P. S. Elliot, Kansas University. For judges on delivery the following men were chosen: Prof. Frank Nelson, Lindsborg, Hon. J. R. Burton, Abiline, Hon. David Overmeyer, Topeka. Alternates on delivery: Hon. Ed. Hoch, Marion; Hon. F. M. Potter, Peabody; Hon. Wm Allen White, Emporia. For judges on thought and composition the following selections were made: Hon. Case Broderick, Holton; Rev. Houston, Emporia; Judge A. H. Horton, Topeka. Alternates for the same: Hon. A. H. Troutman, Topsika; Riv. Holton, Mc Pherson; Hon. J. K. Cubbison, Kansas City, Kansas.
The other colleges are making great preparations for the event but from a survey of the field it would seem that K. U. has nothing to fear from the contestants likely to be chosen. Special rates will be secured on the railroads, and a large attendance at the contest is anticipated.
In addition, six general alternates were selected: [judge J. W., Parker, Olathe] Rev Cromer, Kansas City, Mo.; [judge Alden, Kansas City, Kan., Professor Parrington, Nebraska University; Judge Hatfield, Wichita, Hon. John Hassion, Manhattan. Each college has the right of two protests on the above selections. Complete harm any prevailed through the meeting and much interest was manifested. The contest in February will be held in the Rohrbaugh Opera House, one of the finest Opera houses in the state.
'1492' at the Opera House Monday night.
AMUSEMENTS.
Next Wednesday Haal Raid's beautiful idyll of life in the hills of Arkansas will appear at the Bowersock Opera House. It would be useless for us to comment on this beautiful play. It is too well known among amusement loving people. Its simple story of love, free from the coarseness that predominates in so many dramas of today, stamps it as being one of the most moral and instructive plays upon the stage. Human Hearts will present a cast this season stronger and better than ever.
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