PAGE FOUR UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN, LAWRENCE, KANSAS 1. FRIDAY. JANUARY 16, 1942 The announcement by the University athletic department that baseball would be abolished completely this spring has brought many reverberations on as well as off the Campus. A few years ago the same announcement would not have caused a single murmur among the students on the Hill. But this year it is different—for several reasons. Last spring was the first time in many years that K.U. presented a baseball team that was worthy of representing the school in fast competition. They didn't too well. In fact, they lost more games than they won. But they did show spirit, they were entertaining, they never gave up, and above all, they showed definite promise. ABOLISHMENT CONFLICTS WITH STUDENT MORALE This year prospects are even better for a good nine. Many of the best players are returning and they will be even better this spring with a full season of ball behind them. Last year the majority of the players were young. Many of them had not played baseball for several years. Even juniors and seniors came out for the team last year because they felt the new spirit which was present on the diamond. Most of these same players will be back and more freshman players will be moving up to the Varsity this spring than in any year during the past decade. This in itself should provide a better team. But with the recent ruling by the athletic department it appears that these players will be deprived of their opportunity to play the national game. And this is what seems so inconsistent. During critical times such as these it is the intent of all to keep and further a high morale. The national government has stated in Congress that it will do nothing to curtail major league activity for it is deemed essential to the well-being of the American citizens. And yet our athletic powers-that-be have seen fit to abolish the sport completely. This appears unfair both to the would-be players and to the students of the University. It is a definite fact that many athletes attend school just to participate in their favorite sport. Although this may sound strange in reference to K.U.'s baseball team it still applies for there are certain players in school now who are here for the main purpose of playing baseball. It is also unfair to the students who must pay their entire activity fee and then not receive full benefits. Especially in emergency times such as this, it is important for athletes to be present for students to divert their minds from the seriousness of the world situation. Everyone realizes that a National Emergency exists but it will not help to cut out many outside activities. This serves only to further depress the average individual. MISSOURI ANXIOUS TO CONTINUE RELATIONSHIP It is well-known that the money for baseball exists at the present time in the athletic treasury. The reason for the curtailment of the sport is to save money, it is said. And yet the department is willing to allow a team to organize, practice, and schedule games at home (providing that no guarantees or expenses are given the visiting teams). The greatest expense would be involved with the first two items. It would not be necessary to put out any money for a coach because Phog Allen, who coached the team last year without any increase in salary, is present again to direct the team. The only expense which would be added by scheduling games with other schools would be the guarantees to visiting teams. This amount would run to only $50 a game for schools such as Kansas State and Missouri. It is even possible that part of this expense would be cut if a plan suggested by Hi Simmons, baseball coach at Missouri, is developed to its utmost. Simmons was very interested in maintaining the baseball relationship with Kansas. Although the four games with the Tigers have been canceled he said that Missouri was still holding the dates open with hopes that some play may be evolved by which the games could be played. "Three of the best games that we played last year were against the Jayhawkers," the Missouri coach commented. "In Knute Kresie, Kansas has one of the best pitchers in the Big Six," he continued, "and the young players who were playing their first season of college ball last year should reach their top form this spring. I also hear that there are many sophomores at Lawrence this year who have been playing independent ball in previous seasons. I know some of them and they should combine with the returning veterans to give K.U. one of the best teams in the conference." SIMMONS' PLANWOULD CUT EXPENSES (continued to page seven) Simmons suggested to this column Wednesday night that it might be possible for fraternities and dormitories to provide lodging for the visiting players. If the entire University would support the plan it would not prove an Jayhawk Chances Depend On Trip It's "make or break" for the Jayhawkers tomorrow night when they continue their road warfare in Big competition by tangling with the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Lincoln. Following this game the Kansans move up to Ames Monday night to face the team that will in all probability give them their toughest battle of the season, Following this game the night to face the team that will toughest battle of the season, the Iowa State Cyclones. This duo of games is reminiscent of last year's schedule which saw the Jayhawkers start out on this same northerly jaunt in the first week of March with their position at the top of the Big Six ladder seemingly impregnable. Kansas had won six games and lost just one with tilts remaining If Coach "Phog" Allen's crew can come through these two games unscratched then their chance for a Big Six title are bright indeed. But these games loom as the stumbling block if there is going to be one this year. Last Year Was No Snap LES LIVINGSTON LYLE. KING HARTMANN GOETZE SID HELD These four lettermen will carry the brunt of the Husker attack in the clash with the Jayhawkers at Lincoln tomorrow night. However, the Jayhawks met Nebraska on Saturday, March 1, and were very lucky to emerge with a victory. The final count gave the Jayhawks a 55 to 53 victory. The game was a rough and rugged battle with four players being banished on fouls. against Nebraska, Iowa State, and Oklahoma. Iowa State had won five games and lost three at this same time. If Iowa State had been defeated by the Jayhawkers the title would have belonged to Kansas undisputed. Six Lettermen For Huskers The deciding margin was not gained until the final moments of Kansas State will play her first home conference game of the season tomorrow night against the Oklahoma Sooners. The game will be transcribed at Manhattan and re-rebroadcast at 10:15 p.m. over WIBW, Topeka. Corduroys $ 7.50 Values ---- $ 5.65 Zelons $ 8.50 Values ---- $ 6.35 Wools $10.95 Values ---- $ 8.25 Reversibles $13.95 Values ---- $10.50 $15.00 Values ---- $11.25 PROBABLE STARTING LINEUPS K-State-Sooner Game Will Be Re-Broadcast FINGER-TIP JACKETS--the game and the players were completely exhausted. When they reached Ames Monday night they were in no condition to match an improved Cyclone squad and went down to a 41 to 29 defeat. Kansas Nebraska Miller F Thompson Black F Livingston Buescher C Goetze Evans G Held Sollenberger G Young This will be the second time these two schools have met this year. The Sooners won the first clash at Norman last week 47 to 40. Officials: Moe Pressley, Omaha, and Ernest Quigley, St. Marys. Nearly the same situation presents itself this year although the schedules are reversed which causes the Jayhawks to make the road trip early in the year. If two victories are registered on this northern swing the Red and Blue can come home with an undefeated record of four wins and will have only two games remaining on foreign courts. Pay You to Stock Up Now--- The rumor that Nebraska will offer stern opposition tomorrow night is well confirmed by Coach Allen. Although Nebraska has lost two of her tallest regulars from last year, Al Randall—six feet, six inches and Don Fitz, six feet, four inches, three other members of the Husker first string have returned and also another letterman forward. Hold Is Scoring Threat Sid Held is the outstanding guard (continued to page seven) INTRAMURAL RESULTS—page 8 --- Women's Intramurals By Nancy Prather The Pi Beta Phi team defeated the Alpha Chi's 18-11. Marty Shartell led the Pi Phi's in scoring but Jill Peck did her share too. Barbara Buxton was good at a guard position. Margaret Gurney did all of the scoring for the Alpha Chi's with the help of two guards, Marian Ransom and Jean Allen. In an exciting and well played game last night the IWW's finally came out on top by defeating the IND's 26-22. Kathryn Schaake and Lavon Jacobson, IND, tied for the honors in being the outstanding players with Schaake scoring the most points. Marge Rader and Evelyn Herriman were in their usual good form and strengthened the IWW team. Kappa Alpha Theta won a decided victory over Chi Omega, the final score being 35-16. Betty Roberts and Peggy Davis were the outstanding forwards, each making 15 points. --- Your Opportunity to Own a Really Fine Pair of Shoes SALE of FLORSHEIMS Most styles $8.95 Some $9.85 The Palace 843 Mass. The College Man's Store What Girl Doesn't Feel A Thrill When She Gets a Beautiful CORSAGE For Prompt Attention, Quick Service, and a Fine Selection to Suit Your Taste--- CALL--- THIS CARD MEANS THE BEST ALWAYS Congratulations to the Kansan on its 30th Anniversary 1. In a circle, the radius of the circumference is 3 cm and the diameter is 6 cm. Calculate the area of the sector. 2. A circular plate has an inner radius of 4 cm and an outer radius of 6 cm. If the plate is cut into two pieces, find the ratio of the area of each piece to the total area of the plate.