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UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN, LAWRENCE, KANSAS
WEDNESDAY, MAY 11, 1040
The Editorial Page-
Another Chance
The states of Western Germany finally have a constitution. They spent eight long months on it before reaching an agreement. Final reading of the constitution was held Sunday, the fourth anniversary of the Nazis' defeat. The Germans now hope to associate the day with more pleasant memories.
For the most part, the German people have had a free hand in drawing up the constitution. The three Western occupation powers, Great Britain, France, and the United States, did not specify the form of government that was to be established. They left that up to the people.
There were 12 dissenting votes. The Bavarian delegation and two members of the German Communist party backed the Soviet's protest that the lifting of the blockade called for an all-German government instead of just a Western German state.
Although the German people will have the biggest share in running the government, the Allies will keep the power over disarmament, scientific research, civil aviation, control of the Ruhr, foreign affairs, and foreign trade and exchange.
As drafted, the constitution includes Western Berlin. Military governors may reject this. It would probably mean additional squabbles among the Big Four on the Berlin situation.
The Republic is to be fully established by July 15. It will consist of 11 states with a combined population of 45 million. About 12 million of them are "expellees" from other parts of the country. They've adopted the old Weimar republic flag. Let's hope it will be a symbol of success this time.
- Letters To The Editor -
Points Missed
Dear Editor:
I believe Mr. Toulouse missed the points of "Loyalty Oath—Yes" which he argued against in Monday's Daily Kansan. I also doubt the right of anyone to label a man a Communist. As I said, "We do not say who is to decide whether a teacher is a Communist when the teacher denies political affiliation. This point needs much consideration."
It's difficult to decide whether a teacher has arrived at his own deductive conclusion or is blindly following the party line. That's why I believe extreme caution should be taken in setting up a board of qualified persons to weigh the prima facie evidence of a teacher's subversive activity under the "clear and present danger" test.
I would criticize its existence if it is used as a restraint upon academic freedom. But it was just made a law. Let's see if it can be effective before being so haughty about it being used indiscriminately. Remember, academic freedom is at stake only when a teacher violates his responsibility and obligation to teach the truth.
While the Bill of Rights serves as a guarantee to protect the rights of any individual to say whatever he pleases, it does not guarantee the right to jeopardize the security of this country. Every man has a constitutional right to join the Communist party, but no man has the right to teach unless his mind is absolutely free to accept the obligation and responsibilities of his profession.
To correct a typographical error in the editorial. While it is true that the Communist will probably perjure himself by signing the oath, he will now (it was "not" before) be forced to defend his position when faced with prima facie evidence of his subversive activity.
Leonard Snyder Journalism senior
Randel Is Vinland Principal
Raymond Randel, graduate student, has been hired recently as principal of Vinland, Kan., High school.
Randel attended Kansas State college and was graduated from Baker university at mid-semester. He has been taking graduate work at the University this semester.
For The Record
Dear Editor:
I want to place myself squarely on the side of "those gentlemen who so determinedly oppose 'Stag week'," as they were referred to in the letter of "Journalism junior" printed in Monday's Daily Kansan.
The letter accuses those of us who disagree with its writer of being "too dignified to enjoy life," et cetera. After reading this catalog of ill-considered charges, I wonder if we are also responsible for the canker worm invasion and the East-West crisis.
I should like to point out that no one has suggested interfering with the right of the members of the sponsoring organizations to observe "Stag week" among themselves. But when their attempts to "enjoy life" encroach on the rights of others to conduct their affairs in a legal, orderly manner, and threaten them with personal injury and damage to their belongings, then it's time to draw the line.
I think any individual of college age is better qualified to decide for himself how to have fun than any minority group of maladjusted would-be social dictators is to decide for him. If the proponents of "Stag week" really think the plan desirable, why don't they explain the reasons for their views, and let the body of male students as a whole make the decision?
If rigidly observed, it can result only in hard feelings, inter-group animosities, wanton destruction of property, the possibility of serious physical injury, and the certain weakening of an already flagging school spirit. If University authorities will not accept the responsibility, . . . then those students who wish to protect themselves and their property are justified in taking any means at their disposal for their individual and collective defense.
Loren E. Simpson, College junior
Dear Editor:
The main explanation for "Stag week" is the serious dating conditions that exist at K.U.? Now I ask, what is wrong with dating conditions? I don't think they're any different here than any other place.
AMA Displays Student Art Work
Twelve original student drawings of plans for modern medical clinics are on display in the municipal auditorium in Topeka during the meeting of the Kansas chapter of the American Medical association now being held.
Maybe the answer lies in the fact
The drawings were made at the request of the Kansas state board of health for suggestive designs for clinics throughout the state. The board is trying to encourage construction of more adequate medical facilities in the state.
Dr. R. M. Heilman, director of hospital facilities for the state board of health, and Dr. F. C. Beelman, executive-secretary and director of the state board of health, promoted the program.
They felt that the construction of more adequate medical facilities would help bring badly needed doctors into the state to practice.
that a few embittered individuals have banded together. Possibly if these same individuals realized that while on a date their words and actions are governing factors as to whether or not they get another date, they wouldn't find dating conditions so bleak.
If* things are so bad, why try and deprive others that are more fortunate? Wouldn't it be easier for them to enforce the rules in their own circles? If they did, I'm sure nobody would miss them.
Engineering senior
Bill Chaney
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really go for
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1107 Mass.
A picnic for students and faculty in the architecture department is being sponsored by the University Chapter of the American Institute of Architects.
The picnic will be held Friday,
May 13 at Shawnee lake, Topeka.
Paul Snyder Hospitalized
Paul Snyder, associate professor of piano, returned recently to St. Mary's hospital in Kansas City, Mo., for a second eye operation. He is not expected to return to the university this semester.
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