UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
OFFICIAL STUDENT PAPER OF THE UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS
VOLUME XXXVI
LAWRENCE, KANSAS, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 1538
NUMBER 63.
Swarthout Captivates Listeners
★ Metropolitan Opera Star Gives Program Be for Audience of 3,500 in Hoc Last Night
By Larry Blair, c'40
Aud Ralph McFerrin, cuncl. Galdys Swarthorth, mezo-soprano of the Metropolitan Opera company captivated an audience of 3,500 persons in Hoch auditorium last night, ending a flawless performance with an inspired interpretation of the "Lord's Prayer."
A murrur was audible from the audience as she appeared on the stage attired in an attractive blue dress, which seemed posed but seemingly wittier worm assured her of an interested and sympathetic audience.
Sense of Pitch Apparent
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An infallible sense of pitch was apparent in Swartwout's opening selection. Her screen technique was reflected in her stage presence.
Following the first number, "D Questa Cetra" (Gluck), came "The Birds No More Shall Sing" (Hardel) in which the artist displayed remarkable flexibility in her voice and rich quality in her low notes. Next was a difficult number to sing, entitled "Come Again Sweet Love" (Dowland), followed by a haunting melodie, "Mido's Lament" (Purellen)
The fifth number on the program was a gay departure from the depressing mood of the preceding sesh. It is Nymphs and Shepherds" (Purcell).
The second group was composed of the lament, "Recitative and Rondo" (Bach), and Miss Swarthowr opened the third group with "Sonnesiez les Matines" (Hue), following her music. The group des des Petits Camerons (Chabrières), "Les Cygnes" (Hahn), preceded the "Romance de Solita" (Pittaluga), a robust number imbued with the zest and romance of old Spain, accentuated by the alluring smile and gay atmosphere. Armand mio Madre" (Obradsner) and El Majo Discretto" (Granados) completed the third group.
Sings Encores
At the conclusion of this group,
Miss Swarthout was called back by
the enthusiastic audience to sing
the famous "El Habanera" from "Carmen",
giving a perfect operatic
interpretation.
After a brief intermission, Mr Lester Hodges, Miss Swarthout's dependable and sympathetic accompanist, reappeared on the stage to play a group of three delightful numbers before the artist of the evening returned to sing her final group on the program.
The appealing "Song for Lovers" (Taylor), the melodic and humorous "Janitor's Boy" (Wolfe), and the wisely beautiful "M'Lagan Love" (Harty), the outstanding numbers in the last group. The final number, the vibrant "Command" (Wittie) with Miss Swarrowthat by the eminent composer, Charles Kingsford. She was repeatedly called back to sing two encos, "I Remember" (Kingsford), and "The Lord's Prayer."
Commissions to Meet
The freshman commissions of the Y.W.C.A. and Y.M.C.A. will have a joint meeting tomorrow at 4:30 p.m.
Doctor Smith Speaks Before Geology Fraternity
Dr. H. T. U. Smith, assistant professor of geology, addressed members of Sigma Gamma Epsilon geology fraternity, on "Geologic Observations in Southwestern Kansas" and a main lecture room of Hawthall hall. Doctor Smith illustrated his lecture with numerous slides.
'TIL CHRISTMAS VACATION
Ex-College President And M. S. C. Laud Chancellor
The Men's Student Council in a meeting Monday night voted to send the following letter of tribute to Chancellor E. H. Lindley for his interest in the development of student organizations. Chancellor E. H. Lindley.
The men of the University of Kansas pay tribute to you, Doctor Lindley, for your outstanding service to our University. The Men's Student Council is deeply indebted to your commitment of Student government here.
We are fortunate in that we will have you as an inspiration in the future.
Respectively yours,
Blaine E. Grimes, Pres.
Clifford L. Willis, Sec.
Joining in with the many others who have expressed regrets of Chancellor Lindley's resignation, William Lowe Bryan, former president of the University of Indiana, sent a letter to Ralph T. O'Neil, chairman of the Board of Regents, praising Doctor Lindley's work at the University. Doctor Bryan was a former classmate and also instructor of the Chancellor. The letter follows:
'Woody' Mullen Dies Suddenlu
- Engineering Student 111 Only Two Hours; Cause Unknown
Myron R. "Wooy" Mullen, age 20, a student in the School of Engineering and Architecture at the University, died at 2:30 yesterday morning at the Watkins Memorial hospital, following an illness of about two hours. The cause of death is not known.
Dr. R. I. Canuteson, resident physician at the University hospital, supervised an autopsy, performed by Dr. George Walker, of the University of Kansas City hospital, yesterday morning. No attempt will be made to name the cause of his death until results from the chemotherapy are returned. These reports are expected in about two or three days.
Friends of Mullen said that he had been feeling well all evening. At a Christmas dinner earlier in the evening, he had been in high spirits. Later, accompanied by Taylor Riddle-Smith, c'42, of Marion, and Dale Stanley, c'ucl, of Lyndon, he went down town. The three students stopped at a restaurant for coffee, and then returned home.
About 12:30 a.m., the students on the sleeping porch were aroused by Mullen's strangled breathing He was given artificial respiration before a doctor and ambulance were called. He was immediately taken to the student hospital, where he died about two hours later.
"Woody" Mullen was a sophomore and the president of his house. Surviving him are his parents, Mr, and Mrs. C. H. Mullen of Marion, and a the C. H. Mullen, c39, who candidates for the Rhodes Scholarship.
Funeral services will be held in Marion tomorrow.
The University Y.M.C.A. will give a Christmas party for fifteen North Lawrence boys tomorrow in the Memorial Union building. The principal of Pinckney school will select this number of the nearest boys to be guests of the Y'. They will be between the ages of nine and twelve.
Y.M.C.A. To Have Party For Unfortunate Boys
Tickets are being sold for the party, part of the receipts going towards buying presents and candy for these boys.
There will be a program which will include fencing by members of the University fencing team, a national exhibition by Ian Ambleman and a Christmas songs led by John L. O. Moore, executive-secretary of the Y.M.C.A.
Jayhawker Out Tomorrow
The committee arranging the party are: Mack Winn, Cordon Brigham, e'40, and Clark, e'uncl.
The December issue of the Jay-hawker will be out some time tomorrow. Several pictures of the University of Utah's diverse women are among the outstanding attractions in this number,
Mr. Ralph T. O'Neil Chairman of the Board of Regents
December 5,1938
My dear Sir:
I share the regret of the regents of the University of Kansas that Chancellor Lindley has felt that he should retire from the position he has filled with distinction for so long a time. I am gratified to learn that he is to remain in a unique position as a member of your faculty. I know Dr. Lindley as well as I have ever learned about his my fellow student, and my colleague before he was called to the Presidency of the University of Idaho. Trained as he was in modern psychology and in philosophy, endowed as he was with a rare personality, he was an unexcelled teacher of undergraduate and graduate students. You will have in him what Stanford had in David Starr Jordan after his retirement from official service—a man in whom hawker has been distilled into wis-
Sincerely yours,
William Lowe Bryan
Elliot and Nash Named To Delinquency Committee
Dr. Bert Nash, professor of education, and Miss Mable Ellott, associate professor of sociology were appointed Saturday to a committee to frame legislation for the corrections frequency it was announced yesterday.
The committee is working under the auspices of the Kansas Council on Social Legislation which met in Tonkea Saturday.
Miss Esther Twente, associate professor of sociology, also attended the meeting.
Work Over Vacation For C.S.E.P. Students
Miss Martha Tillman, executive secretary of the CSEP, announces yesterday that students will be permitted to work during the Christ-
ments, provided satisfactory arrangements are made with supervisors. As many as 40 hours may be worked in one week.
Supervisors were asked by Miss Tillman to notify the CSEP office of those students who plan to work during the vacation period.
Springer Entertains
German Department
As Santa Claus
Haskell Girl Reserves To Sing Carols Tonight
Miss Tillman further requested students and supervisors to return the questionnaire mailed to them last week.
The women will use Haskell trucks for the trip through Lawrence. They will be accompanied by Mary Jones, c4', Lonore Gitzel, c4', Amyres, c4', W.Y.C.A. members who conduct the Gri Reserve Club.
The Social Service Commission of the Y.M.C.A. will sponsor the Haskell Girl Reserve club's caroling this evening when they visit the city hospital and homes of several invalids. The G. R. Club at Haskell is directed by the University Y.W. C.A.
The entire German department was entertained Monday evening Dec. 12, at the home of Mr. and Mrs Otto Springer. The Christmas meeting of the German Club was held at the same time. The entertainment consisted of several violin solos by Herta Eichtaierheimer, accompanied by Ms. Springer Alex Fielder and Adriana Duhring. Also included are harp duets, Prof. Engel ring the Christmas Legend in German; Bill Anderson, c'40, gave a brief description of Christmas in Germany. Santa Claus (Mr. Springer) scattered presents among the students—at the same time liberally using his switch on certain members of the department. The cakes had been baked by wives of the members of the department, including Mrs. Engel, Mrs. Springer, Mrs. Holse, Mrs. Gromeka, and Mrs. Ebkebe. Cider and wine were served to eighty students were present; all joining in the singing of German Christmas carols throughout the evening.
Newsreel Ace Is Signed
Norman Alley, Cameraman On Panay, Lecture Series Speaker
Norman Alley, newsreel her of the sinking of the Paney by the Japanese, will be presented on the University lecture course Jan. 11, it was announced yesterday by Raymond executive secretary to the Chancellor.
The addition to the lecture series, Nichols said, will include Mr. Alley's comments as he presents his colloquial pictures and threeearl pictures of the past thirty years.
One of the features of the lecture will be the camera depiction of the development of aviation from the time of the Wright brothers until the flight of the China Clipper. Famous men, including Theodore Roosevelt and Woodrow Wilson, will be shown.
University Fencers Beat Kansas City Team Friday
The University fencing team continued its winning streak by overwhelming the Kansas City Y.M.C.A. eleven matches to one Friday night in Robinson gymnasium. It was the first time in fencing history that the University has entered the epee event.
Epees are commonly referred to as dueling swords. This event is very similar to foils, except that a touch is registered when the sword contacts any part of an opponents body. In foil matches the sword can make a touch only above the belt.
"The Hunt for Ancient Man in the Central Plains," is the topic of a speech to be presented by Loren Elsley, professor of sociology, at the December meeting of Sigma Xi fraternity tomorrow at 7:30 p.m. The University of Elisey will point out the few finds in North Central Kansas.
Eisley is Sigma Xi Speaker
Of the twelve matches three epc were contests, while the remainder were with foils.
"Well, who's to start this barrage of questions?" she inquired pleasantly. (So pleasantly, in fact, that Ms. Ruffalo had all the questions they had prepared and memorized). A smile revealed two perfect rows of teeth, as she
Resembling in no way one's ordinary conception of a temperamental opera star, Miss Swarthout at once dispensed with all formality and entered into an interesting and animated conversation.
Topics of conversation ranged from "swing" to Ferdinand the Bull, when your correspondents yesterday afternoon interview Miss Gladia Swarthout, gracious young mezzoprano of opera, radio, and screen fame, who last night gave a brilliant recital at Hoch auditorium, the second attraction of the University Concert Series.
Lindley, Lawson Guest Speakers At Meeting
Swing Is O.K., Says Gladys
Which type of audience do you prefer to sing for, the University group or the "Carnegie Hall variety?" was the opening query.
"Frankly, I would rather sing before a University audience than any other. I have found that the students have a sincere appreciation of music and do not sit in their seats and nod, but are very attentive and music, enabling me to give my best possible performance," she replied.
The legislature will also be asked for funds with which to construct new buildings. Due to failure of the repairs, the funds granted by the 1837 legislature were insufficient to complete the repairs on Dyche museum. The museum was closed Dec. 1. The repairs and has never been repaired.
patiently waited for her befuddled admirers to venture a question.
- T a x  Payers Uninforme
About State-Schools;
Employees Get Low Wages
Chancellor Says
The University will also ask for a 20 per cent increase in the amount of money to be used for maintenance. Funds are urgently needed to permit long-deferred purchases of much-needed laboratory apparatus and to provide for the repair of some of the buildings.
Do you have any definite plans regarding further 'motion picture work?
By Larry Blair, c'40, and Ralph McFerrin, c'uncl.
Lawson Talks to Group
"I think it's positively horrid," she retorted, "although I don't remember ever hearing one of the revised versions."
What is your opinion of the practice of "swinging the classics?"
In explaining to the students that the University must fight to hold its place in the sun, Chancellor Lindley said, "If the persons who pay the taxes could be as well acquainted with the University as they are, you would be as energetic in helping their own local institutions. You students are the best missionaries we have, so it is up to you to see that the home folks know what we need in order to maintain the high standard of th University."
"At present, I have nothing definite in mind, but I should like very much to return to the screen. I have
Dean Paul B. Lawson, or the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, said that the University needed a much larger appropriation from the state legislature than it received two years ago. A 20 per cent increase is needed in the fund used for salaries and wages. Everyone from the full time professors on down to janitors is receiving a low rate of wages in comparison to what they would receive for the same amount of work, according to Dean Lawson. For example, full time janitors at the University are receiving less pay than the janitors of Lawrence Memorial High School. Similarly, instructors are underpaid and are going to schools which pay higher wages. Thus, we lose the better instructors and find it hard to compete with schools that can afford to hire the best available. Also, we need to train teachers who need funds to hire more student janitors and library attendants.
Will Ask for Increase
The need for a building to house the School of Pharmacy and the medical sciences is well known. The school is very urgent, notably those for more library stacks and for an industrial research building. At present the
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found the work to be interesting and enjoy it immensely," she replied.
When asked her opinion of "swing" music, she declared, "Oh, I love it I've never tried a "A Tisket a Tasket," but i sang a "Dipay Doodle" once. A noticeable characteristic of Miss Swarthout was her unassuming manner and her willingness to answer all questions.
The subject of hobies was mentioned. "My hobby," she langed, "is walking." "I often take a taxi to the outkitch at town, where I get out and walk alone on some country under a tree when I become tired."
"Like Ferdinand the Bull," came the timid query.
"Yes, I even pick pretty flowers like Ferdinand the Bull," she laughingly returned.
Pachamac Holds
Victory Banquet Tonight
Certainly it is not unusual that one gifted with *Miss Swartout's* charm and poise should attain such success at those which she now enjoys.
A "victory banquet" for the Pachacamac political party will be held Thursday at 8 p.m., Floyd Kelly, 141. The party of the announced yesterday.
Custom of the party winning an election is to hold a celebration of the event. All freshmen and upperclassmen are invited. Sunny are invited to attend.
The politicians will meet at the Sigma Chi house.
Play Bridge Finals Tomorrow
★ Eight Teams Compete In Quarter-Finals Today in Union
Survivors of two days of doubles, re-doubles, kicks on the shin and various other evils of contract bridge, eight teams remain today in tournament sponsored by the Student Union Activities committee.
Four matches today will eliminate half the remaining contestants. And with the completion of quarterfinal play, only the semi-finals and finals will remain on tomorrow's docket. The group's own player at the competing groups' own tournament manager Walt McCroskey, c'40, said.
Semi-final play must be completed tomorrow afternoon, he said. The final and consolation matches will be decided starting at 7 p.m., tomorow evening in the Memorial Union club. Kibitzers, providing they be seen and not heard, are invited. McCroskey said. Prizes will be awarded winners of the first three places.
Today's pairings: Park-Deay vs. Fugitt-Sussner; Buser m-NcMahton vs. Tyler-Souders; Rippeatau-Lupfer vs. Sheldon-Wilhelm; and Burrows-Faubian vs. Torrence-Clasen.
Y. M. Circulates Petition Here
Copies of a petition to Congress to pass the Capper-Ladlow War Referendum bill are being circulated in connection with Action Commission of the X.M.C.A.
The petition reads as follows: "We the understudied, knowing that in the event of war, we will be called upon to fight it and support it, petition War Reform Amendment, giving the people the right to vote on war.
We urge the immediate passage of the Ludlow War Amendment which provides for:
1. Except in case of attack by armed forces, actual or immediately threatened, upon the United States or its territorial possessions, or by its national american nation against any country on earth, the people shall have the sole power by a national referendum to declare war or to engage in warfare overseas. Congress, when it deems a national crisis to exist in conformance with this article, shall by consummation refer the question to the people.
2. Congress shall by law provide for the enforcement of this section 3. This article shall become operative when ratified as an amend-ment to the Constitution by conventions in the several States as provided in the Constitution.
Pass the Referendum Amendment!"
Signatures on like petitions are bosing obtained by students in other colleges and will be presented to Congress in January.
To Debate in Kansas City
Irving Kuraner, c'40, and Robert Sullivan, c'40, will debate each other in Kansas City, before a 4-H Club this noon. The question to be debated is whether the school can stop primming the pump." Sullivan will take the affirmative side.
Hopkins To Hutchinson
Dr. E. M. Hopkins, professor of English, will be the principal speaker this evening at a dinner meeting of the Hutchinson Writers' Guild. Dr. Hopkins will speak on "Eccentricities of the English Language."
BEG PARDON
The meeting of the Football Social Club was held Monday evening, and will not be held tonight as reported in yesterday's Kanan.
Committee NamesLintner As Candidate
★ Will Represent Kansas as Des Moines With Donald Taylor of Baker In Rhodes Contest
Lintner and Taylor were chosen from a group of 18 students at school throughout the state of Kansas by a committee consisting of Chancellor E. H. Lindley, chairman, W. D. Carey, Hutchinson, secretary; Prof. Emory Liquidi, president of Bethany College; Robert Lash of the Omaha World-Herald, Omaha; F. B. Bristol, Salina, W. and S. Eauclair, professor of political science at the University.
John林特, Wichita, of the University of Kansas and Donald Tawr, Topoka, of Baker University were chosen last night to represent them in Rhodes scholarship candidates t Des Moines this weekend.
Littner, a Summerfield scholar, who lives in Wichita, has been elected to Phi Beta Kappa. He has been prominent on the Hill in debate and public speaking; however he is majoring in economics.
Taylor, whose home is Topeka, as a member of the Baker University football team and is a psychology major.
Both students will vie with two students from each of the following states: Missouri, Nebraska, South Dakota, Iowa, and Minnesota. From the schools listed in the table for the scholarships which consist of $1-944 for each of two years.
The 18 candidates from which Lintner and Taylor were selected is as follows;
Lee Cofer, Chanute; and Jack M. Campbell, Hutchinson, Washburn College; William P. Thompson, McPherson, McPherson College; Robert Steiger, El Dorado, Ottawa University; Stanley Keamond, Wichita, Topka Baker University; Gordon R. Moleworth, Manhattan, Kanon College; B. Archie Tycho, Kanorado, Kanorado (Imna); Robert Kreider, Bethel College; Wendell W. Williams, Emporia, College of Emporia; Joseph P. O. Sallivan, Hutchinson, Marquette University (formerly attended St. Benedicts).) William Glistrap, c39; Blaine Grimes, c39; Dean Moorhead, c38; and C. H. Mullen, c39.
Final Dates Set For Kansas Relays
Announcements of the Seventeenth Annual Kansas Pelays, which will be held at the University stadium April 21 and 22, are being mailed to 500 universities and colleges. The Kansas Pelays is one of the largest meets, and each year draws a large crowd of distinguished athletes.
The first meet in which the University team will participate will be the Twelfth Annual Texas Relays, at Austin on April 1, 1939.
Dance Sorority Presents Silverware to Miss Dunkel
Members of Tau Sigma, dance sorority, presented Miss Elizabeth Dunkel, assistant professor in the department of physical education, with a set of silverware at a tea table. Dr. Howard provising marriage to Dr. Howard L. MacCurdy, of Yonkers, N. Y., will take place Dec. 28.
Memorial Union Holds Open House Today
Plans and decorations have been completed for the Memorial Union open house which will be held this week from 3 to 5 clock in the Main Lounge.
The program will include group singing and selections by Ross Robertson's Modern Choir, as well as bass and waltz. Bugs and waltz will be served.
Former Student Visits
Bob Flint, '36, son of Prof. and Mrs. L. N. Flint, arrived yesterday for a two-week furough. He is a Navy flying cadet, stationed at San Francisco, will return to his duties in time to participate in the Pacific war games.
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