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UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN, LAWRENCE, KANSAS
APRIL 8,194
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The question of admitting Oklahoma A. and M. into the Big Six Plus One has brought into sharp focus the issue of discrimination against Negroes in intercollegiate athletics.
Twenty-four different campus organizations were represented on the protest petition which was placed before Gov. Frank Carlson March 31. This petition opposed the admission of the Stillwater school on the grounds that the college does not allow Negro students to participate in sports events in Oklahoma.
By BILL CONBOY
There should be no discrimination against Negroes in athletics. There should be no discrimination against any people or group in any activity. But the problem is not what there should or should not be. The problem is how should such discrimination be met by those who oppose it.
In addition to Governor Carlson, the petitioners are concentrating their efforts on Prof. W. W. Davis, Kansas faculty representative to the conference.
In theory, all arguments are lined up in favor of those who believe the American Constitution guarantees every person civil rights and the privilege to act as his neighbors do.
In practice, however, it is futile to dwell on what should be. It must be realized that certain parts of the country labor under beliefs, customs, and prejudices which seem to distort the very meaning of Americanism.
All the fine arguments on ideals will never have the slightest effect on our neighbors to the south. The only real solution must be a gradual one. Denying the Aggies the right to join this conference because of their racial discrimination might be a victory for the forces of true democracy. But would it gain a single concession where it is really needed—at Oklahoma A. and M?
This department is wholeheartedly in favor of the spirit of democracy and fair play reflected in the petition which went to the governor and other authorities. But we would like, most of all, to see K.U. attack the problem at its core. Make a policy of non-discrimination work here!
The best way to make other schools realize we are right is to demonstrate we can make it work. After all, our purpose should not be the exclusion of the Aggie school. Our real purpose should be to bring that college around to our way of thinking.
It has been stated many times that Negroes would complicate matters for the coaches were they out for varsity sports. No set starting line-ups could be decided upon since Negroes would not be eligible to play against such schools as Missouri and Oklahoma.
Chancellor Malott has instructed the athletic department at the University that no eligible student shall be denied the right to try out and participate in varsity sports for K.U.
Snowballs always begin small. Every majority opinion was once a minority opinion. Kansas university, by setting an example, can do much to bring about the eventual settlement of the discrimination problem.
Such problems would arise and would be bothersome. But by solving those problems, by showing that Negro participation in athletics has worked at K.U., we will have developed a positive talking point.
Petitions have their place. In this case, they were used to show righteous opposition to the policies of a prospective athletic bedfellow. But petitions are not an end. K. U. is now called upon to make her ideals work in practice.
The burden of proof now lies on Jayhawker shoulders.
Drs. Ethan P. Allen, H.B. Chubb, and W. E. Sandelius, professors in the political science department, attended the Southwestern Social Science Association meetings in Dallas Friday and Saturday.
Allen, Chubb, Sandelius Speak At Social Science Meeting
Dr Allen read a paper on "Teachers of Government." Dr. Sandelius read a paper on the Western Civilization course.
Ray Evans Will Play For K.U. This Fall
Other Big Six coaches had that worried look, but Jayhawker head coach George Sauer took time out to smile last week.
Ray Evans announced he would play football at the University next fall.
The two-time all-Big Six halfback and captain of the 1946 Kansas eleven will report for spring practice today. Coach Sauer said:
"I am very happy to learn of Ray's decision and I know that his teammates will welcome him with open arms."
With the return of his ace halfback, Sauer will have his 1946 first string lineup intact when the 1947 season opens in September.
Seven Teams Win In I-M Softball Games
Seven one-sided victories were scored in pre-vacation intramural softball games.
SAE defeated D. U. 9-5; Die Hards took Delta Chi 20-4; Sigma Chi won from TKE's 9-3; Sigma Nu was victorious over the 128 Club 13-8; Beta defeated Triangle 20-10; and Beta defeated Triangle 17-9 and Beta defeated Wesley 37-9.
With 12 strike-outs and 2 hits to his credit, Koegel, Die Hard pitcher, led his team to their victory over the Delta Chi's. A four run rally by D. U. in the last inning was not enough to overcome an early lead of the SAE team, and the Sig Alph's with Ballard pitching won 9-5.
The Sigma Nu-1126 Club game was close in the early innings, but the Sigma Nu batting power proved too much for the 1126 team.
WAA To Elect Officers
Nominations for officers may be made from the floor at the election or mailed to the WAA office in Robinson gym.
The Women's Athletic association will elect officers at 7 p.m. April 24 in Robinson gym.
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