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UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN, LAWRENCE, KANSAS
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 1940
The Kansan Comments-air raids. They will not stand calmly by and see their cities and homes being literally blasted and ruined bit by bit, even though the eventual destruction may take many years. Sooner or later Britain will take desperate measure to stop Goering's legions. That is what Hitler wants. That is what the British must not do until they are well prepared to win.
EDITORIALS
Election Bet
Heir-apparent to the C.I.O. presidency is Philip Murray, vice-president of the United Mine Workers and for 30 years Lewis's closest friend in the labor movement. Murray, a Roosevelt supporter, refused to oppose Lewis in the U.M.W.'s August nominations, although he was supported by 198 of the locals for the presidency.
JOHN L. LEWIS, who dropped his guard and led with his chin in declaring that he would "retire as president of the Congress of Industrial Organizations at its convention in November" upon President Roosevelt's re-election, reportedly has been offered what, in effect, is a convenient ladder to be used in climbing down from his position far out on the well-known limb.
The C.I.O. chieftain, however, has indicated that he will abide by his statement, despite a movement of pro-Roosevelt leaders in the organization to "draft" him for another term. In any event, Mr. Lewis will remain head of the powerful United Mine Workers union, as affiliate of the C.I.O.
Murray, if he does become head of the C.I. O. after its convention in Atlantic City, Nov. 18, will not be a puppet leader. Many of the policies which originated with Lewis can be expected to be retained, but another factor—Sidney Hillman and the needle trades unions—may alter them somewhat.
Hillman, labor member of the defense commission, was an early third term advocate. He also has advocated ending the C.I.O.'s feud with William Green's American Federation of Labor, while Mr. Lewis's only concession was an empty offer to resign as head of the C.I.O. if Mr. Green would drop the controlling reins of the A.F. of L.
But while Mr. Lewis was edging out on the limb he now occupies, Hugh S. Johnson, who allowed himself to be beguiled by the old saw that the typewriter is mightier than the sword, got angled up in column inch after column inch of words, most of which had been written in true Johnson-anti style.
Yesterday the outspoken colonist attempted to extricate himself by (1) offering to eat his column, as he promised if Mr. Roosevelt were re-elected, and (2) appealing for national unity.
"For the result," he said, "we couldn't have gotten a bad man, no matter who was the final choice." The about-face was executed with all the grace o fa pachyderm.
The Nazi'Effort'
Military experts doubt that the German "effort" in the aerial siege of Britain is lessening because of any fundamental weakness in the Nazi air force. In recent weeks the Germans have awakened to the fact that their flying fortresses have been too vulnerable to the smaller and improved British pursuit planes. Instead of trying to "wipe out" Britain with mass air raids, the Nazis are now sending smaller, lighter aircraft in an attempt to shatter British morale.
The Nazis at last realize the futility of their attempts to subdue the British by destructive bombings. However, history has proved that the best way to win a war is to break the spirit of the enemy. In the past, inferior armies have won because they found breaking a people's spirit more effective than superiority on the battle field.
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No country and no people can endure forever nights and days filled with the horror of
LETTERS★
Hitler's aerial siege is weakening, but little bombs are as effective in creating terror and disturbing peaceful slumber as big ones. The champ has stopped pumping body blows into his opponent and is now waiting to "hang one" on the chin. Britain's job is to keep that chin guarded.
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UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS
OFFICIAL BULLETIN
Vol. 38 Friday, Nov. 8, 1940
No. 40
Notices due at Chancellor's office at 3 p.m. on day before publication during the week, and at 11 a.m. on Saturday for Sunday issue.
CHRISTIAN SCIENCE ORGANIZATION: Christian Science Organization will hold a regular meeting Tuesday afternoon at 4:30 in the Pine Room of the Union building. All students, graduates, and faculty members are welcome—Patricia Neil, secretary.
PATTER
ENGLISH MAJORS: Dr. Ashton will speak to English majors, graduate students, and to members of the department on "Sir Thomas Elyot and the English Renaissance" on Thursday, Nov. 14, at 3:30 p.m. in the Kansas room. After the lecture, tea will be served in the Old English room—Margaret Lynn.
FRENCH CLUB: The French Club will have a dinner at the Green Lantern on Tuesday at 6:30. Reservations should be made in French office before Saturday noon. The price per person is thirty-five cents.—Else Nesbitt, president.
HOUSE PRESIDENTS COUNCIL: Very important meeting Tuesday at 4:30 in Miss Meguiar's office. Send a representative if you are unable to attend.-Rosalys McCrerey, president.
NOTICES★
Y. W.C.A.-Y.M.C.A.: The Y.W.-Y.M. Christian Emphasis Commission will meet Tuesday at 4:30 at Henley House. The discussion will be led by the Reverend Joseph King. The topic will be "Christianity—What Next?" -Mary Helen Wilson, Bob Collette.
ROCK CHALK TALK
Confidential report from the Phi Delt house is that Phi Delta Theta will take both the float and house decoration prizes this week-end . . . report from the Sig Alphs is that they will take both prizes . . . report from the Phi Gams is that they will take both prizes . . . report from Pi K.A. is that they will take both prizes . . .
For over a week now the hole-cover back of Green hall along the wall to Union basement has carried the inscription, "King Tut's tomb. Private."
Tut must be well settled. Maybe he can take in two or three old grad for the week-end.
In entomology class the other day Theta Pledge Shirley Kernodle score a boner. Slightly bored with it all, she sleepily stretched and muffled sigh-lent oath.
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Prof. Laurence Woodruff walked up to her to ask politely, "Were you swearing at me?"
cearing at me!
"Oh, no sir, I wouldn't think of such a things," Shirley cooed.
Dick Martin, class of '38, who will assist Walt Lochman tomorrow whe he announces the football game for KMBC, got his job by crashing th Kansas-Iowa State game at Ames two years ago.
Collegiate Shoppers
THAT'S A GRAND IDEA! You can take home a souvenir for your 1940 Homecoming. And what's more we know just the place for you to get it. Rowlands Book Store, 1401 Ohio, has the cutest, cleverest keepsakes you ever saw. They are just what you want for the price and don't forget, the folks at home would like to be remembered too! How about it?
November winds may chill the air, but, not the keen spirit of the K.U. gridster fans and your favorite collegiate merchants. Why? Because this is Homecoming Week! You, Alums, can make your visit complete by dropping in to say hello to these forever loyal supporters.
No, it isn't a secret! Frankly friends, the swankiest footwear in town is the soft white fur house slipper at the Royal College Shop, 837-39 Mass. These trim affairs, styled for comfort and made from electrified rabbits fur are now only $3.50. Royal can also fit you in the white fur healless cross-strap slipper for $2.95.
Dale's Print Shop at 1035 Massachusetts St.
offers to Lawrence and its environs the most complete and dependable printing service in the state. Have your fall or Christmas party invitations printed at Dale's. When you see them you'll know why Dale's presses are the busiest in town.
ATTENTION ALL AMATEUR PHOTOGRAPHERS!
To capture that football spirit, homecoming crowds, grads and students alike, are bound to gather at the Blue Mill, where they know the food is the finest and the service is the best, and has been for as long as they can remember. At 1009 Massachusetts St. in downtown Lawrence.
Do you want to see your films on a screen? Hixon's offer you, "free of charge," their well equipped projection room. It contains both an 8 mm. and a 16mm. projector and a beaded screen, a 2x2 slide projector for viewing kodachromes. You can do your splicing there, also. It's for your own personal use. Bring your friends.
Carter's, 1025 Mass. St., is offering to you this week a special chance to get in the swing of homecoming. Buy a Joyhawker sticker for your car or bags, or even better, your fraternity or sorority crest. You can get any combination of Greek letters as well as the crest beautifully printed in color.
Visit your Ninth Street Market, 408 West 9th or Phone 380, and A. A. Haverty, owner, will give you the prompt, efficient service that you appreciate. This dependable market is OPEN EVENINGS AND SUNDAYS.
Come to the Virginia May Gift Shop, Eldridge Hotel, to see our new costume jewelry. We have lovely clips and necklaces for formals and sport wear. Have you thought about ordering your X'mas cards—they come printed with your name for as low as 25 for $1.
If fall weather and the hint of the first snow make you hungry for the best in homemade pies, cakes, and pastries, then Drake's with its unassailable reputation for quality foods is the place for you. Any student can tell you the way to Drakes—it's 907 Massachusetts St.