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UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN, LAWRENCE, KANSAS
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 1945
THE KANSAN COMMENTS
May-Bailey Bill To Draft 4-F's Not Necessary
Labor and management also admit the critical manpower needs, but leaders of both groups have pointed out that these needs are "spotty". The Mead committee in a recent report on the Norfolk navy yard revealed that a surplus of labor and a waste of labor exist at that essential production center. In addition, congressmen have received reports of bad management and "stretch-outs" (making a little job last a long time) in other industries.
Congressional leaders and heads of the army and navy departments concede that critical manpower shortages do exist in essential war industries in the United States. However, the proposed May-Bailey bill for civilian war service in the 18 to 45 age group as a solution to the shortage is entirely opposed to the ideals for which our soldiers are fighting.
Never in the history of the United States have civilians been forced to work in industries according to government dictation. The approval of the May-Bailley bill would be a move comparable to that taken by Germany when she transported civilians from conquered nations to produce munitions for the Reich war machine—a move which was criticized severely by the Allied nations.
Where such shortages exist, voluntary methods and the National Association of Manufacturers can solve the problem. The right to set top limits on the number of men a nonessential employer can retain could be effectively used by the War Manpower commission in the plants where shortages exist. For example, the W. M. C. put high-paid brewery workers of Allentown, Pa., to work in munitions plants. Congressmen generally agree that a good housecleaning in the inefficient war plants would be a major step in eliminating the manpower shortage. With the latest good news from the battlefronts, the May-Bailey bill seems unnecessary. Voluntary response to manpower needs can be trusted to meet the demand.-J. V.
Canuteson Reports Fewer Cases of 'Intestinal Flu'
"Intestinal flu" cases at Watkins Memorial hospital have decreased, according to Dr. Ralph I. Canuteson, director of the health service.
"There is a digestive upset that laymen call intestinal flu, but there is no medical basis for such a diagnosis," Dr. Danutson pointed out.
The disturbance is moderately contagious and is spread by sneezing, coughing, and improperly washed dishes, he added.
Dr. Lucy Barr Visiting Here
Dr. Lucy Heathman Barr, associate director of the Minnesota state board of health, is visiting Dr. N. P. Sherwood. She received her doctor of philosophy degree at the University in 1929.
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Rock Chalk Talk
By MARY ANNE GRAY
Betty Leibbrand was peacefully studying in the Book Exchange when a boy stuck his head in the window and said, "What I like to study is anatomy!" He withdrew his head and dashed into the Union fountain. Betty puzzled over the occurrence for a minute and then resumed her studies. A few minutes later, a head (the same one) popped into the window (the same one) and the same boy said, "I said, what I like to study is anatomy!" You will now find Betty peacefully studying Abnormal Psych, and you might take notice of the rifle across the desk, too.
Jim conard was being teased about his beloved Sigma Chi by some sorority girls, and they brought "Barefoot Boy With Cheek" into the conversation, accusing Jim that the Sigma Chi's used the same methods for getting pledges. "Pledges, heck!" retorted Jim, "our trap doors are out in the street—We want cars!"
There were 25 guests for dinner,
but that didn't stop John Shackel-
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ford and Bob Miller at the D. G. house Sunday. After finishing their dessert, they asked their dates if they could have more. The D.G.'s told them to go out to the kitchen and see. So "Hut" and "Smooch" took their plates, went to see the cook, stayed for five minutes, marched back into the dining room, and then pouted because the cook had refused them. Hasn't anyone ever told them about culture?
Best statement heard at the blood bank: "I've got you under my skin," said the student to the needle.
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Liz Baker, Chi O, makes claim to being a celebrity now — one of the 400. Reason: She got a letter from Bert Brandt. Should have been interesting!
Kelma Smith, AO Pi, was asking her roommate how to spell Rio de Janeiro the other night, and got lots of help. Roomie gave her a map of Africa and said, "It must be on here somewhere."
Dalby's Piano Comedy Uses 'Chopsticks,' Liszt
Sgt. Jack Dalby, graduate of the School of Fine Arts in 1941, has composed a piano comedy which Russell L. Wiley, associate professor of band, says is one of the finest novelty numbers he has ever heard.
Dalby's piano comedy is built around "Chopsticks," borrows sketches from Liszt, Suppe, Debussy, and other composers, incorporates boogie-woogie, and combines acting by pianist and conductor, Mr. Wiley explained.
Professor Wiley has promised Sgt. Dalby that his composition will be played by the University band in its
Lt. Lester B. Kappelman, '39, recently arrived at Hammond General hospital, Modesto, Calif., for specialized treatment after six months overseas.
Lt. Kappelman Receives Treatments in California
Lt. Kappelman was wounded in France when his unit participated in the Normandy campaign. He has been awarded the Purple Heart, with-oak leaf cluster and the combat infantryman's badge. He is the son of Mr. and Mrs. Will Kappelman, of Lawrence.
Nearly 500 army student are enrolled at Michigan State college this semester.
spring concert in May. Sgt. Dalby, now a member of the army band at Carlsbad, N.M., collaborated with a fellow bandsman in writing this number, which will be published soon.
While at the University, Dalby was a member of the band, head of the twirling staff, and student director of the band during his last year. He wrote several light numbers while a student, Wiley said.
Official Bulletin
UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS
Tuesday, Feb. 6, 1945
Notices aue at News Room, Journalism Building, at 10.a.m. on day of publication.
The Home Economics club will meet Thursday at 7:00 p.m. in Fraser hall. Important business meeting. Broth-Parisene, Resident
Ruth Prentice, President.
Tau Sigma will hold its regular meeting at 7:15 tonight in the women's gym.—Gloria Smith, adviser.
Al Eteneo will hold its final meeting of the semester at 4:30 p.m. Wednesday in room 113, Frank Strong hall—Louise Hatch, president.
The regular meeting of the All Student Council will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday in the Club's club, Union building.-Jack Button, Seey.
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Americans are natural inventors. But besides inventing things, they also invent jobs. Here are three of the many unusual services that ingenious Americans have actually invented in recent years.
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The business of supplying electric service began modestly, too. There were scoffers and skeptics a-plenty. But other men with courage and imagination risked their money and went ahead. Today, under sound business management, America enjoys the best and the most electric service in the world.
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