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University Daily Kansan
Page 0554_2 from reel: L 2338 (1942-11-03 to 1944-02-07)
https://digital.lib.ku.edu/ku-udk/156879

Title: M. W. Sterling, Veteran Teacher, Historian, Dies
Summary: Professor Miles Wilson Sterling, who taught Latin and Greek at the University of Kansas for 50 years, has died at age 88. The article details his academic career and contributions to the university.
Category: campus news
Subjects: faculty; university history; academic legacy
Named Entities: Sterling, Miles Wilson [professor]
Confidence: 0.9

Title: Union Lounge to Be Open During Vacation
Summary: The Union Lounge will remain open during vacation period with ping pong tables available from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. The cafeteria and music room will be closed.
Category: campus news
Subjects: student services; campus facilities; holiday schedule
Confidence: 0.8

Title: Servicemen Remaining Here Will Be Entertained With Game Party, Buffet Supper and Dance
Summary: Plans for entertaining service members remaining on campus during Christmas weekend include a basketball game, Christmas Eve party, buffet supper, and dance. Professor Allen Crafton is chairing the special committee.
Category: campus news
Subjects: military personnel; campus events; holiday activities
Confidence: 0.8

Title: 120 Machinists Get Diplomas
Summary: The fifteenth division of Naval Machinists Mates Training School graduated 120 machinists who received diplomas in exercises held in Frank Strong auditorium.
Category: campus news
Subjects: vocational training; military education; graduation
Confidence: 0.8

Title: Colds, Not Influenza, Hospitalizes Students; Red Cross Sends Gifts
Summary: Increased respiratory infections have led to 74 students being hospitalized, with the majority suffering from ordinary colds rather than influenza. The Red Cross has contributed gifts and supplies to the hospital.
Category: campus news
Subjects: student health; medical services; holiday charity
Confidence: 0.8

Title: Allies Gain Hold on New Britain
Summary: American troops have gained a beachhead on the island of New Britain in the Pacific. The article details military advances and operations in the region.
Category: national news
Subjects: world war II; military operations; Pacific theater
Confidence: 0.8

Title: Thanksgiving Cuts Below 10 Per Cent
Summary: Thanksgiving absences amounted to less than 10 percent of the student body, with the Senate committee considering recommendations for future holiday scheduling.
Category: campus news
Subjects: attendance; academic policy; holiday impact
Confidence: 0.8

Title: College Vacations Vary Over Nation
Summary: Christmas vacation lengths vary across universities, with some institutions offering longer breaks than others. The article compares vacation policies at different schools.
Category: campus news
Subjects: academic calendar; holiday schedules; university policies
Confidence: 0.8

Title: Sterlings Loyal
Summary: The Sterling family has a long history with the University of Kansas, with multiple generations attending and contributing to the institution over 108.5 years.
Category: campus news
Subjects: faculty families; university legacy; academic tradition
Confidence: 0.8

Title: President to Report Plans to Nation by Radio
Summary: President Roosevelt will make a Christmas radio report to the nation on Allied war and peace plans, continuing a tradition of holiday addresses.
Category: national news
Subjects: world war II; presidential address; national security
Confidence: 0.8

Title: Photo: Miles Wilson Sterling
Summary: Portrait photograph of Professor Miles Wilson Sterling, accompanied by his obituary.
Category: photos/graphics
Confidence: 0.9

Title: Weather Forecast
Summary: Kansas weather forecast indicating clear conditions with little temperature change, fair and warmer conditions expected in the southeast.
Category: informational content
Confidence: 0.9

Title: Merry Christmas!
Summary: Seasonal greeting from the Kansan staff wishing readers a Merry Christmas.
Category: announcement
Confidence: 0.9

Title: SOW Will Have Quiz Program in Fraser
Summary: The Sunflower Ordnance Works will host a quiz program in Fraser theater to raise money for their athletic fund, with prizes for correct answers.
Category: announcement
Confidence: 0.8

Title: [classifieds]
Category: classifieds
Confidence: 0.7

Title: [advertisements]
Category: advertisements
Confidence: 0.7

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