SECTION B
75th ANNIVERSARY EDITION
The Official Student Paper of the University of Kansas
UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
VOLUME XXXVI
LAWRENCE, KANSAS,SUNDAY, MAY 28,1939
DEPARTMENTS and DIVISIONS
NUMBER 161
Quest for Funds Still Major Task For Chancellors
By Lillian Fisher, c'41
Many hardships have been overcome and many interesting experiences have been enjoyed by the seven chancellors who have guided the University through its 75 years existence.
On March 2, 1865, (before the University was officially started) the Rev. R. W. Oliver was elected chancellor with three faculty members. Near the
September of the same year
The first chancellor of the University had nothing to do with instruction. His duties were to act as general financial agent for the University, to preside at all the meetings of the Regents, and to preside at all the meetings of the executive committee.
resigned his position.
After much consideration, General John Fraser, president of the Agricultural College of Pennsylvania, was elected chancellor and president of the faculty. General Fraser entered upon his official duties in the University on June 17, 1868. Fraser Taught Philosophy
The first difficulty in securing sufficient appropriations was experienced with the legislature of 1858. The Regent's estimate of necessary appropriations was $1,300. It was refined and the sum asked for was reduced to $7,500.
Chancellor Fraser became professor of Mental and Moral Philosophy and Belles Lettres. Besides philosophy, courses were offered in vocal music, chemistry, German, literature, drawing, and hygiene.
In his annual report to the Regents, Dec. 1, 1869, Chancellor Fraser brought forward the question of new buildings, and it was voted by the Regents that the executive committee should confer with the building firm to procure the issuance of bonds to erect additional buildings. On Feb. 3, 1870, the citizens of Lawrence with great unanimity voted bonds to the amount of $100,000 to erect a new University building.
Carpenter Never Accepted
He resigned the charcellorship on April 15, 1874, and his resignation was accepted on condition that he be appointed to the appointment of his successor.
On July 15, 1874, S. H. Carpenter, professor of logic in the University of Wisconsin, was elected Chancellor. It is reported that he came to the city, but withdrew without visiting anyone officially connected with him and sent word to the Regents that he could not accept the position.
Nov. 19, 1874, James Marvin, of Meadville, Pa., was elected Chancellor. He accepted the position and assumed control early in the winter. During his first year the salaries of regular professors and the Chancellor himself were considerably reduced because of insufficient appropriations by the legislature to maintain them. Beautify Campus
Under the leadership of the new Chancellor, $5,000 was accumulated by the strictest economy and careful use of small appropriations, to finish the new building, which is now called Fraser hall. During this administration, the chemistry building was erected, at a cost of $12,000. This building is now used as the journalism building. The university grounds were changed from a rough and treeless common to a more beautiful enclosure covered with young shade trees.
The faculty was increased from 10 to 19 and the attendance of students advanced from 272 to 582. When Chancellor Fraser resigned in, 1874, seven college students had graduated, and then C.S.C.'s university administration the aggregate of college, normal and law graduates was 139.
Chancellor Marvin resigned his office in 1883, and the effort was immediately made to secure a well-known educator from the East to succeed him. Late in the summer, he graduated from mathematics in Dickinson College, Carlisle, Pa., accepted the office, and entered upon his duties in
September of the same year Add New Buildings
Several buildings were erected during the period that Chancellor Lippincott served. The most important of these was the Natural History building, which later was called the Mining Building and cost $50,000. A new engine house was also built by means of an appropriation of $16,000.
By legislative enactment in 1885, the Regents were directed to open a School of Pharmacy. The departments of music and art were more established and the advancement was made in all lines of collegiate and departmental work.
Made First Payment for University
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Amos Lawrence, whose gift of $5,600 plus $1,400 accrued interest made possible the raising of the first $1,800 endowment to Amos Lawrence's $300,000.
University's Finest-been carried over into his business life, as the advertising manager for the Phillips Petroleum-Fuel company.
Honor Men Now Rank High
By Elizabeth Kirsch, c'40 To say that a University graduate is the recipient of the title of Honor Man is to say that for the year he finished school, he best combined leadership and scholarship with the rendering of unselfish service to the school.
Seventeen men have received this award since the honor was first announced in 1923. All but one of these graduates have been residents of Kansas. The exception is Malcolm Welty, 26, of Bartlesville, Okla., who now lives in Birmingham, Mich. His interest in business promotion and publicity which he showed as an undergraduate has
Three Reside in State
Only the former men are now residing in Kansas. Glen Cunningham, '34, originally of Elkhardt, is now connected, with the University's extension division. But frequently Glen dons his track suit and shows the world that his title, "King of the Milers," can be claimed by no other. Glen holds the world indoor record time of 4.044 for the
is well-taken with official appointments, holding of committee meetings, and keeping a finger on the pulse of Campus activities.
Raymond Nichols, '27, is another honor man who has chosen to cast his lot with the University. He is a professor of computer science as he executive secretary. His time
Balfour Jeffrey, '28, who studied law after his graduation from the University, is now practicing in Topeka. He is associated with the firm of Doran, Kline, Colsgrove, Jeffrey, and Russell which has its offices in the National Bank of Topeka building. He is the third honor man now residing in Kansas. Dearcutt in Oklahoma.
In Bartlesville, Okla., lives Paul Endacott, 22, formerly of Lawrence. He was the first University man to receive the honor award, and to become a life member of the Alumni Association
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- Irked by Lack of Campus Activity Frank Snow Went Scoring for Game
Hunting Trip Start Of Duche
By Alya Powell, c'39
University of Kansas graduates since 1933 little know what the walls of Dyche museum once enclosed. Back in 1860 when Francis H. Snow, later Chancellor of the University, became irked by the lack of Campus activity he took his gun and started hunting. This was the beginning of what is now the Dyche museum collection, and the Francis H. Snow entomological collection.
Dyche museum was closed to the public Nov. 30, 1932, upon orders
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28 Buildings Comprise City on Mount Oread
By George Clasen, c'39
Beginning with North College, a building 50 feet square containing 16 rooms, the University has grown until it now has 28 buildings on Mt. Oread and 12 at the School of Medicine in Kansas City, Kan.
Old North College, which was built in 1866 at an approximate cost of $20,000 and was given to the University, was sold in 1918 for $100 and was torn down. An army tank, which was in Lawrence at that time, demonstrated its effectiveness when it was used to demolish the remaining portions of the structure that once housed the complete University.
The oldest building that is still at the University is Fraser hall which was built in 1872 for $185,000. The city of Lawrence voted part of the money for its construction and the remainder was appropriated by the leases.
Dyche Museum
lature. Although Fraser hall is now used by the English department and the School of Education, at one time all classes in law and engineering were held there.
In 1884 the legislature made an appropriation of $2,000 for a medical building. This building was later used by the department of chemistry and is now known as the Journalism building.
Old Snow hall, which was built in 1887 at a cost of $50,000 was razed in 1933. The next addition to the Campus was the home of the Chancellor which was given to the University in 1893.
Spooner library was given to the University in 1894 and the name was later changed to Spooner-Thayer Museum of Art when the Thayer art display was presented to the University. Blake hall, which now houses the department of physics, was built in 1895 for $58,000.
In 1898 fire destroyed the heating plant and another one was built by the state at a cost of $30,000. Another power plant was built in 1890 for $30,000. In 1921 for $300,000. At the time it was built the smoke-stack was supposed
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Extension Work Carries Campus Over the State
★ Aiding People Who Cannot Attend Classes, Schools And Clubs With Programs, Is Part of Work
By Ruth Timpe. c'39
Making the state the University Campus is the program of the University Extension division. Catering to persons whose jobs will not permit them to attend formal classes, schools and clubs which cannot afford to buy the books and program helps they need and the students who are not affected by the Extension division embraces a diversity of activities.
Tracing its beginnings to 1891 when University Extension was established in order to give the people of the state opportunities to hear lectures by professors on informational and cultural topics, the division began operating as a unit in 1890. Today, in addition to extension classes its activities include lectures on curriculum instruction, extension library service, plays and reading service, correspondence work, postgraduate medical study, a fireman's institute and arranging programs for KFKU.
Iany Take Courses
Most extensive of its activities are those connected with the correspondence study, under the direction of Miss Rirr Kenney. Last year the buree gave courses to 2973 students. In Canada, as well as in the United States, men and women of all ranks of life and culture attended. The buree is by University of Kansas faculty members. Forty-four states other than Kanassa were represented. Persons in 287 towns in 98 Kansas counties took courses.
Last year, students were enrolled in 165 courses including high school, college and vocational subjects. Credit was given for 1414 hours of college work and $47\frac{1}{2}$ high school units. 1466 lessons were not completed. Work done by holders of advanced degrees from outstanding colleges站 in the bureau's office side by side with that done by Kansas farmers who have never gone to high school.
Cunningham Popular
assumes are sent out to individuals as they need them, although not more than eight may be completed in a week. Not more than two courses may be taken or may the work exceed one hour a week, the same as the limit set for summer courses. Finals come up to worry correspondence students, too. If the student is unable to come to the University, the examination is sent to a courtyard or correspondent who administers it to him.
Most popular of the attractions offered by the bureau of lectures and lecture courses is Glenm Cunningham. This department names the world famous miler as its most called-for performer.
Designed especially for teachers and administrators in Kansas schools is the help provided by the bureau of school service and research. This division counsels teachers on school problems, prepares studies of trends and policies, teaches and training and conducts school surveys. Add Medical Study
Another unusual offering is the "Short Course for Firemen," which includes a three-day session of lectures and conferences for firefighters Demonstrations of new equipment and talks by prominent fire-fighters from various sections of the country are given. For persons engaged in the gas industry, a home study course in natural gas is offered.
One of the most recent additions to the offerings of the extension division is the program of Post Graduate Medical study. In 1927, the School of Medicine and the extension division co-operated in offering courses at Kansas City and at various centers in the state. These classes are offered primarily for practicing physicians.
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Fight Over Site Drive for Funds Are Big Conflicts
By Millard Ross, c'39
By a single vote in the house of the state legislature in 1863 was started the climb up Mt. Oread by some 50,000 students during the past 75 years to obtain a higher degree of learning at the University.
In the bill that the legislature passed creating a state university in 1863, it required the single vote of Edward Russell.
R.O.T.C. Is On Voluntary Basis
- Unit Was Organized After World War by Lt. Col. H. D. Burdick
By Stew Jones, c'40
Within the 19 years the Reserve Officers' Training Corps has been established on Mount Oread, nearly 6,000 University men have received military training in its ranks. A few have gone into active military duty. The others have continued along civil walks of life, taking with them qualities of leadership developed in the Training Corps.
The Kansas R.O.T.C. was organized in 1920 by the late L.C. Harold D. Burdick, West Pointer, the son of Dean Emeritus William L. Burdick. In the beginning two divisions of the service were established, the Coast Artillery corps and the Engineering corps. Offices and storerooms were in Fowler shops and Robinson gymnasium, wherever the organization could find available space.
Graduate at West Point
First graduate from the R.O.T.C. here was William L. McPherson—now captain McPherson of the Regular Army. He is stationed on the
Point where he is professor of drawing. Other graduates are prominent in the art world, and the most recent is Clare Wood, *Caucasus Honor Man* of 1832, a lieutenant in the Regular Army air corps. Last year Merrill Day was chosen for a year of active duty in the US Army; now he is a lieutenant, he will continue his services with the marines.
Outstanding feature of the University R.O.T.C. that it is one of only three schools in the Middle West to have voluntary enrollment. At 15 colleges, and
universities in this section of the country the course is compulsory. The recent marked increase in enrollment here is, therefore, solely due to the successful promotive work of Col. Karl F. Baldwin, C.A. C., present • commandant of the corps.
Record Enrollment
From 1920 to 1935 the number of military students ranged from 200 to 300 each year. Since 1936, when Colonel Baldwin reported for duty here, the size of the unit has grown steadily; last fall on all-time record of 85 SSBs set. And on the basis of a survey made recently, the Colonel attributes this rise mainly to a better understanding of R.O.T.C., and partially to present world conditions.
Still located in Fowler shops, the corps has $50,000 of government property on hand—which includes more than 300 rifles, three machine guns, a three-inch trench mortar, a 37-millimeter gun, a three-inch anti-aircraft gun, and several automatic rifles and pistols. There is now an infantry unit and a const artillery unit, the engineering unit having gone out with Col Frankl Babcock, last commandant before Colonel Baldwin. Largest outfall of expense is in the salary of advanced students—at present 85—which amounts 16 $9,000 yearly.
presiding officer of the house of representatives, to decide that the word "Lawrence" should be substituted for "Emporia" in the measure.
J. S. Emery of Leavenworth had made an amendment in the bill providing for the substitution of the word "Lawrence" in the place of "Emporia" in the measure it stood. On the final vote it was found that the house was evenly divided. Except for a member of the state legislature, the state university would be situated at Emporia.
In the act that was signed by Gov. Thomas Carney on Feb. 20, 1863, provision was made that a site of work at the endowment of $15,000 be provided.
Raising Money Difficult
The city had some claim on the North College site (where Corbin hall is now situated) but the site was too small. Governor Robinson offered 40 acres "outside the city" in exchange for a half block just south of the foundations. The exchange was made. The 40 acres is the eastern part of the present Campus.
Raising the $15,000 endowment was more difficult. The city still had claim on the $5,000 gift of Amos Lawrence, but the gift was in the form of notes, hard to collect. However, $4,400 of interest had accumulated. Finally the people of Lawrence gave a personal note for $5,000, but the security vanished in the Quantrill trial of Aug. 21, 1863.
Old North College
Governor Carney of Leavenworth cashed the note, and the University was formally located at Lawrence, Nov. 2, 1863. A legislative act in 1864 organized the University and the regents held their organizing meeting on March 21, 1865. Construction of the first building, 50 by 50 feet, was carried on by the use of various funds.
The first faculty was elected on July 19, 1866, and was composed of E. J. Rice, D. H. Robinson, and F. H. Snow. Rice was chosen acting president of the faculty. The first classes opened in the nearly complete building (completed in September 12, 1866). During the first term, 26 women and 29 men were admitted to the preparatory department.
The first appropriation by the slate for current expenses was made by the legislature, in 1860; $4,000 was appropriated for the compensation of teachers, and $2,000 for the purchase of scientific and philosophical apparatus, library, and furniture.
Lawrence Men Objected
Lawrence legislators objected to the bill that would have placed the state university at Emporia. They pointed out that the state was sitting at aounding 60,000 students at
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