UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
OFFICIAL STUDENT PAPER OF THE UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS
VOLUME XXXVI
LAWRENCE, KANSAS, THURSDAY, DECEMBER 15, 1938
Topeka Papers Will Entertain Journalists
The schools and departments will complete their work in the single day, but the teachers' meeting will continue two days more. The opening general assembly will be ad-hoc, and Louis Globe-Democrat, and by Kenneth E. Olson, Northwestern University, president of the A.S.D.J.
Ivan Benson, formerly on the University faculty, now at the University of Southern California, will talk on "The Los Angeles Times Contemp Case," Professor Benson is author of a text in the law of libel.
★ Procter & Doan on Leave
From University, To Talk;
Two Associations To Meet
There During Holidays
The joint banquet of the two organizations, a week from next Wednesday "night, will be addressed by Marco Morrow of the Capper publications, on "The Philosophy of Journalism."
Topeka newspapers will be hosts at a dinner to be given the evening of Dec. 27 to the joint conventions of the American Association of Teachers of Journalism, and the American Association of Schools and Departments of Journalism. Ted Wear, editor of the Topeka State Journal, and Nelson Antrim Crawford, editor of Household magazine, a Capper publication, and himself a former teacher of journalism (at Kansas State College) will be the speakers.
The greater part of the program of the teachers of journalism will be concerned with problems of the profession, paying particular attention to news photography, the newcomer to the field of journalistic instruction.
When sessions open two weeks from this morning for the teachers' association, the presidential address, "The Job of the Journalism Teacher," will be given by Edward N. Doan, of the University, on leave this year at Ohio State.
ON THE SHIN
On Monday last, 17 suckers at the Phi Pa house gave 17 iron men to a stranger with rare talents. The stranger charged a dollar for a lesson in how to cheat honorably at cards—that is, cheat without being detected. Ye Shinster naturally concludes that the Phi Pa's took the course merely to entertain friends with parlor tricks.
by jimmy robertson
Theta's baited their hall chandelier with mistletoe at the housemother's suggestion—just to be sentimentally traditional. However, a stooge tells me that the kite girl stands at a ten foot circle the danger zone.
Comes the time of year when dyspeptic pedagogues must undergo mass apple polishing at what sorrials call "faculty dinners." Such a social practice should be thoroughly investigated by the senate before it undermines the moral fiber of the faculty. It's getting so a professor won't tell a person he's flanking a course at mid-seminar for fear of being invited to a faculty dinner.
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Although nobody offeredYe Shinster any of that 10 pounds of candy that Denny Lemoino and Dick Amerine passed out when announcing their engagement, his compliment here go to both of them. And for the benefit of the curious, the McCarty referred to in the Stur's story
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'TIL CHRISTMAS VACATION
Cause of Mullen's Death Is Still Undetermined
There have been no further devel opments as to the cause of the death of Myron Mullen, 29-year old University student, according to Dr. R. L Canutson, director of the student hospital. The results of the chemical and microscopic tests will not be ready for about two days.
Funeral services for the student will be held at 3 o'clock this afternoon at Marion.
Bridge Tourney Into Semi-Finals
- Two Teams Will Fight for Championship at Seven Tonight
Winners of the two semi-final matches this afternoon will meet at 7 o'clock tonight in the Memorial Union lounge in the final round of the all-University contract bridge tournament.
At the same time, the two losing semi-final teams will open a consolation match to decide third place. Teams who win, place and show.
Elon Torrence, c'39, and George Claseen, c'39, will oppose George Luppe, c'41, and Walt Rippeatte, c'40 in the lower semi-final bracket. The semi-final matches may be played at the contestants' convenience today, with the provision that the finals are scheduled time for starting the finals, Walt McCroskey, c'40, tourney manager, announced.
In the tcp bracket, John Tyler '39, and Bob Souders, '39, Sigma Chi team who have breezed through three tournament matches without a fielder; will square off against Leroy Fugitt, '69, and Jim Sussex, '69.
Yesterday's play eliminated the last women competitors from the tournament. Rippeaton and Laufer, who by virtue of their chosen fields, may be said to be carrying the colors of the School of Engineering, moved into the semi-finals by defeating the tournaments. The game was Shelldon, fa 40, and Granny Wilhelm, b39, in straight rubbers.
Bette Burrows, c'41, and Helen Beth Faibau, c'42, a Chi Omega entry, two rubbers to nothing. Tyler and Souders moved into the last day's play by defeating a Phi Psi pair, Bob Busler, c'39, and Bob McNaughton by in straight rulers. A second year with yesterday Fugit and Sussex captured two straight rubbers to eliminate Emme Park, c'41, and Keith Deay, b'39, of Sigma Nu.
NUMBER 64.
Washington, Dec. 14—(UP)—The federal government is considering financing the sale of between $25,000,000 and $50,000,000 worth of American products to China, it was learned tonight.
U. S. Considers Aid To China
The plan, which officials described as "very complicated" is expected to be announced shortly. It was emphasized in the meantime that it would be "purely commercial," but he also said the loan which Japan, in view of the war on China, might think an unfriendly gesture by a neutral power.
A usually reliable official indicated that under the plan the federal export-import bank would establish commercial credit for American exporters, reportedly automobile and truck manufacturers and these would be underwriter for reconstruction Finance Corporation.
The program has been taking shape for several weeks in discussions between treasury department officials and members of a Chinese financial mission headed by K. P. Chang, who was also the candidate came here for the purpose of obtaining financial aid in the war with Japan.
Joseph F. Wilkins, directo
It remains conjectural how China proposes to reimburse the treasury, but it was suggested that Chinese officials might provide adequate security.
The Men's Glee club will hold an important meeting in room 32 Frank强山馆, at 7:30 this evening. Every member must be present
NOTICE
By Howard Lincoln Saville, c'40
Young Japanese Attache Likes University's Coeds
"I think Kansas coeds are ver beautiful," Yauyuki Nishioka, c'ap representative of the Japens Embassy in Washington, said. "American women are more frank and vivacious than any women I have ever seen, certainly more so than the Japanese women."
Mr. Nishoka, trimly attained in a gray, Tokyo-tailored suit,衬裙 clearly and fluently, hesitating only now and then for the choice of a word. "I like America," he continued. "i especially like Kanaas. New York interesting city to visit, but would not live to live there. It is noisy."
The youthful diplomat, a 23-year-old graduate of the imperial University in Tokyo, is enrolled in the College for the specific purpose of learning the English language and coming into contact with American people. It is an essential part of his training for the diplomatic service. But why did he pick the University?
State Dept. Recommends Kansas
"The University of Kansas was recommended to me by a friend in the state department in Washington, Tokyo, the government) does not specify which school we should attend, but it does wish that we attend one of your better universities. The University of North Carolina, Hogginia, and Harvard. Kansas is considered one of the better American universities."
"Also," he added, "Col. Karl F. Baldwin, director of the R.O.T.C. on the Hill, has made Karsas well known in Japan. He is a great friend of the Japanese people and they like him. Ambassador Saito and many of the staff officers are acquainted with him."
Commenting on the educational system in the United States, Mr.
Burdick Publishes Book on Principles of Roman Law
"The Principles of Roman Law and Their Relation to Modern Law," book by William L. Burdick, professor of law at the University School of Law, will be on Jan. 1.
This book is an attempt to show the relation of Roman law principles to modern law, and it required 20 years of research and reading of original sources by Professor Burdick. It will be published by the Lawyers Co-operative Publishing company, Rochester, N. Y.
Party For Needy Boys Is Today
Reservations will be taken uni-
ton noon for the Christmas day
(for needy boys sponsored by
the University Y. M. C. A. The
party will be held at 6 p.m. today in
the Memorial Union building.
Fifteen of the neediest boys o.
North Lawrence, between 9 and 12
years of age, are to be selected by
the faculty. Two members of
"beg's guests of the "Y." Tickets for
Frank Strong auditorium this afternoon at 3:30. Those who will appear on the program are: Eugene Ninger, c4'; Hazel Hayel, fa4'; Laurie Broeway, fa39; Lily Wilkinson, fa4'; Janis Jamis, fa4'; Marshal Butler,fa4; Treva Thompson,fa4; and Evelyn Shauyeron, fass.
Eight Fine Arts Students To Give Afternoon Recital
Included in the program will be a two-reel movie entitled "The Night Before Christmas"; fencing by members of the University fencing team; a tumbling exhibition by Frank Anneberg, ed 'unc'; and Christmas songs, led by John J. O.Moore, secretary-of-the Y.M.C.A. James Pettee of the department of psychology will preside.
the party are being sold at 40 cents and gifts and candy for these will come out of the receipts.
Authorized Parties
Beta Theta Pi, Dinner-Dance House, 12:00 p.m.
A students recital will be given in
house, 12:00 p.m.
Sigma Alpha Epsilon, Dinner-
dance, Eldridge and House, 12:00 p.m.
December 16,1938 Friday
ELIZABETH MEGUAR, Adviser of Women, for the Joint Committee on Student Affairs.
Nishiko applauded the way in which the American universities fit the student for his life work. They are, he believes, much more technical and practical in their system than are the Japanese universities.
tions. The decision of the United States in withholding the boycott on Japanese silk meets with his approval. However, he does not understand the apprehension over Japan's activity in South America and China. Japan, he believes, is too far removed from South America to be a part of American or any serious planning on the part of Japan.
A frown clouded the boyish face of the young statesman as the inter-
"Japan does not want to monopolize in China. She will allow other nations to trade there just as the United States now allows other nations to do business in South America.
"The people of Japan feel much better toward the United States than the United States feels toward them. Much of the anti-Japanese sentiment in the United States is based on nothing more than English propaganda. Since England has failed the United States so many times in rebellion against the United States to choose her own way in the future," said Mr. Nishikori.
Japan Doesn't Want Monopoly
"The Japanese are of a reserved nature. They are not expert in propagandizing. However, as soon as Japan is able to divert her attention from China, I will look for a closer between the United States and Japan."
M. Nishoka was recently promoted to the rank of attache and will leave for Washington to assume his duties after the Christmas mrescess begins.
Feature Article By Dean Moreau In Bar Journal
The issue also contains five comments prepared by members of the second and third year classes, under the guidance of various members of the faculty.
The November issue of the Journal of the Kansas Bar Association which has just been published, contains as one of the principal feature an article, "What Constitutes a Practical Legal Education," by F. J Moreau, dean of the School of Law in which he discusses both preregular training and education after entering law school.
The issue also contains a short case note on contempt of court, supplementing a previous article published last spring, by Byron Brainer, Sam B. Redmond, John M. Rounds, George E. Stephens, and James E. Terrill, all seniors in the School of Law.
The articles and their authors are as follows:
"The Doctrine of Immunity of Governmental Instrumentalities," by Harry Deutch, 139; "Double Jeopardy Through Appeals by the State," by William R. Kirby, 139 and John M. Farley, 139; "Exercise of Non-Judicial Functions by Courts and Judges," by Omer G. Voss, 139; "Mortgage Broker as Agent of Boe-Ward," 140; Eugene Buchanan, Ward, 140; Eugene Buchanan, Ward, 140; Chas E. Henshall, 140; "Lability of Wholesalers to Consumers for Unwholesome Food," by Oscar Belin, 139.
The Chemistry Club will hold its annual Christmas party today at 3:30 o'clock in the Bailey chemical laboratories, room 305.
Chemistry Club Will Hold Christmas Party Today
A decorated Christmas tree, group singing of carols, refreshments, and exchanging of gifts will be factors for a Christmas party to go with Christmas joy and cheer.
Harold L. Smith, assistant instructor of chemistry, will discuss The Function of Worm Gears in Cider Making."
The chairman of the committee who planned the party is Wesley Schroeder, gr.
WEATHER
Kansas: Generally fair today and tomorrow; rising temperature today in west and north central portions.
Student Group Meets Today
- Special Meeting Called For Those Unable To Be Present on Tuesday
A special meeting of the Student State-Wide Activities Commission will be held at 3:30 this afternoon in room 103. Frank Strong hall, it was learned yesterday from Fred Ellsworth, secretary of the University Alumi Association. This meeting will supplement one held Tuesday, and will be primarily for those who were unable to attend previously, although any member of the Commission may attend.
Because of the death of his brother, C. H. Mullen, Jr., chairman of the executive committee of the Commission, has been unable to attend a meeting of the entire group has been at a disadvantage, Elwisworth admitted.
Members of the Commission, organized by University students as a project of the Women's Self-Governing Association and the Men's Student Council, have outlined a two-fold purpose. Students represent every county in the state are expected, during the Christmas holidays to interest the high schools, the parents, and the general citizens of the state. They are involved in the city and to stimulate interest in the state legislature regarding the services of the University throughout the state.
"Further," said Ellsworth, "the Commission is intended to enable students now in the University to do all in their power to create good will for, and arouse interest in, the University."
The nearly 500 members of the Commission have been given pamphlets entitled "How to Win Friends (to support our University)." Contained in the pamphlets is information about the University, campus topics of general interest, famous alumni, and things about the school which the students appreciate. Also is estimated expenses for attending the University, an outline of the housing program, and detailed information in regard to the building of a men's dormitory.
Elsworth asks all members of the Commission to make detailed reports to his office as soon after the last work done during the vacation.
The Commission has been divided into two departments, with an executive committee at the head. The Department of Student Correspondents is directed by Velma Wilson, c40; with John Sloeum, c42, as secretary, C H. Mullen, c39, as secretary, of the Department of County Club;s; and the chairman of the Executive Committee, composed of Velma Wilson, John Sloeum, Gevene Landrith, c39, Blaine Grimes, c39, Greta Gibson, fs41, Floyd Leonard, c39, Floyd Kelly, '10, Ray Tropi, c39, Susan Maloney, c39, James Bentley, c42, Ted North, '14, Patricia Owens, b3, and Marvin Goebel, c39.
Wood Has No Band Booked For Sophomore Hop, Jan. 6
Yuletide Gayety Reigns at Party
The annual Sophomore Hop will be held Friday, Jan. 6 in the Memorial Union ballroom. According to a report, b39, no band has been booked yet.
Other members of the faculty who will present papers, or preside a
- Students Hold Christmas Celebration In Memorial Union Lounge
Last year, 700 dancers attended the Hop in hopes of witnessing a "battle of bands" between the orchestra of Ben Pollack and Arlie Simmond. Because of difficulties arising from signed contracts, both dancers were often called "battle" did not materialize, as Simmond's band came only to fulfill its contract. Pollock's music was praised by those who attended.
R. H. Wheeler, professor of psychology, who has been making an extensive study of "cycles in civilization," will present a paper on this subject before the American Geographers in Boston, Dec. 27-31.
More than a score of University faculty members will attend meetings of various scientific and professional societies during the holiday season, presenting papers on their subjects. All members of the journalism faculty will attend meetings of the American Association of Teachers of Journalism in Topeka, Dec. 27-28. Edward N. Doam, University Presser now on leave in Ohio State, is president of the organization.
Jens P. Jensen, professor of economics and second vice-president of the Tax Policy league, will attend meetings in Detroit, Dec. 28-30, presiding at the opening session on "subsidy exemptions," and presenting a paper on this subject between Geographers in Boston, Dec. 27-31.
Christmas gaisa眠 prevailed in the Memorial Union lounge yesterday afternoon during the all school Christmas Party with 150 students shinging and enjoying the open house at the Memorial Union Student Activity Board.
Devoted almost entirely to women, this pre-Christmas number contains pictures of the social sororities, women's organizations, and several personality snapshots of women on the campus. The student manager Fred Littoy, c39, is entitled "To the K. U. Women—God Bless 'em."
Other articles and pictures include those of the football gagles by Les Kappelman, *c9*8, and scenes and reenactments of "Lilifon" and "Blossom Time".
Meetings Will Draw Hill Professors Over Holidays
Ross Robertson's Modern Choir sang several Christmas carols during the party.
"We are all pleased with the interest shown by the students who attended the party", Jim Bounds, c 39, chairman of the Union Student Activity board, said last night. "Everyone seemed to enjoy our informal gathering and they responded to the group singing with enthusiasm."
Jayhawker To Be Distributed Today
Evaluate Harvard
The book value of Harvard U. this year is $137,157,835.44.
With "Women" as its theme, the December issue of the Jayhawker will go on sale at the W.S.G.A. book exchange at 1:30 today. The covers and subscribers are urged to bring their cover receipts with them.
A trumpet ensemble opened the party with appropriate selections played from a window in the Old room to the passing students outside.
The lounge was decorated with a lighted Christmas tree and streamers of evergreen.
Doughnuts and hot spiced eider were served by the Jay Janes.
meetings include:
Otto Springer, professor of German; Alan Holske, assistant professor of German; and J. Neale Carman, associate professor of romance languages, at the Modern Language Association, New York, Dec. 27-29. H. B. Hungerford, head of the department of entomology, and R. H. Beamer, associate professor of entomology, at the Entomological Society of America, Richmond, Va. Dec. 27-29.
Dr. R. C. Moore, professor of geology and state geologist, at the Geological Society of America and University of America, New York. Dec. 27-30.
Walter H. Schoowe, associate professor of geology, at the Geological Society of America, and also at the State Academy of Science Conference in connection with meetings of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, Richmond, Va. Dec. 27-31.
Harold T. U. Smith, assistant professor of geology, at the Geological Society of America.
W. J. Baumgartner, professor o zoology, at the American Society o
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Chamberlain Assails Press Of Germany
- Hopes of Friendship Between England and Hitler Temporarily Shelved by Prime Minister
The prime minister, openly rebuked when Nazi diplomats boycotted a dinner Tuesday night in which he assailed anti-British recuperations in the German press, warned of Britain's "grave concern" over any Italian action against French Tunisia.
London, Dec. 14. — (UP) — Prime Minister Neville Chamberlain today shelved at least temporarily his hopes of friendship with Germany and threw Britain strength behind France in a united front against menacing demands by Hitler.
The German embassy was under a strong police guard to prevent hostile demonstrations by Britian as newspapers screamed headlines of an "afront" to the head of British government by refusing to attend the banquet of the foreign press association.
The boycott of the banquet by German Ambassador Perbert von Dirkens, German newspaper correspondents and even Adolph Hitler's personal envoy was understood even at Hitler's express the instruction.
May Recall Dirksen
The possible recall of the German ambassador, an item of particular speculation in the British press was believed to hinge on a shorthand report of Chamberlain's speech rushed to Hitler today.
Developments in the situation, which held the prospect that Britain and France again might be aligned against the totalatrians only 2% months after the "peace of Munich" included:
List Eight Points
1. aamberlanian's statement in the House of Commons that Britains new pact of friendship with Italy applies to Turinia in maintaining the rule of law, and the "any action contrary to the agreement would be a matter of grave concern to the British government."
2. A simultaneous announcement in Paris by foreign minister Georges Bonomet that "even if it means war" against Russia, Britain and China as much as a single inch of the French colonial empire.
3. Announcement by the Italian cabinet meeting with Premier Ben-Muselli that "in view of the war, we will spend $262,500,000 on armaments."
4. Rumor that Hitler's personal adjutant Cap. Fritz Weidemann, had
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Chancellor Speaks To Grangers
Chancellor E. H. Lindley, at a reception for the delegates at the 67th annual session of the Kansas State Grange at the Liberty Memorial high school), spoke on the theory of the cooperation of agriculture and industry as a basis of assistance for the Kansas farmers Tuesday.
He expressed his hope that an industrial research department might be established in Kansas for the development of natural resources.
"Kansas is the center of an agricultural no man's land," the Chancellor said, "and we can't find our way out of that no man's land by growing the best wheat in the world."
He pointed out that 1900 years ago, when James Watt invented the steam engine, our present trouble began. Then began the industrial revolution.
"We are now seeing the beginning of the decentralization of industry. There lies Kansas' hope, a possibility to exploit wise the resources placed under our fertile coil," Lindley said. "We have three third in oil, and eighth in other minerals. It has enough salt to supply the world indefinitely."
C. C. Cogswell, master of the state grange, also spoke briefly in favor of the development of Kansas raw material.