UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
The Official Student Paper of the University of Kansas
VOLUME XXXIV
LAWRENCE, KANSAS, THURSDAY, APRIL 1, 1937
NUMBER 123
FACULTY STRIKES
Council Submits Alteration Plan To Campus Vote
Revision 1s. Impossible Before 1938 Owing To Early Party Delay
The amendment for revision and reorganization of men's student government as drawn up by a bi-partisan committee previously appointed, was approved last night at a meeting of the Council in the Pine room of Memorial Union building. Party differences were cast on the day the final complete harmony in last-minute discussions and minor alterations.
The bill, delayed by party consideration, will now have to be submitted to popular vote in the spring election. Since the new Council must sit under the present system of student government, the amendments would go into effect with the election of a Council in the spring of 1938.
The bill is identical with the proposal previously printed in the Kansas with the exception that it provides freshmen with representation. In the original proposal freshmen members were to vote only in cases affecting the freshman class. Another revision insures the defeated candidate for Council president the seat of the representative at large. Vacancies on the Council will be filled by the party losing the seat.
The bill provides for the redistricting of the University into four divisions. The first district will include the Medicine, Law and Gradual Schools; district two, the Schools of Business, Fine Arts, Education, and Pharmacy; district three, School of Engineering; district four, College. The representatives will be elected in the proportion of three, three, three and eight, respectively. Council members will be elected by proportional representation. Two freshmen will be elected in the fall election to serve until spring. In this manner, from the time of the fall election until the spring election the council will be elected by members. From the time of the spring election until the next fall election the council will have only 19 members.
Roland Welborn, gr, presented a detailed report of the committee on Student Labor Relations. The report indicated plainly that the conditions, hours and the wage scale were consistent with the status and appealed to the Council to do all in its power to alleviate the existing conditions.
on the SHIN by Kenneth Morris
It's the Gamma Phi's again—this time being hauled around in a combination dude ranch truck-patrol wagon and finally making a stop at the Streetcar Tuesday night. The Gamma Phi knows that together is evident proof that history is being made at night, generally unbeknown to those participating.
Jim Porter and Warren Gille spent their Easter vacation in Chicago, and since their return, Porter has been spending considerable time telling about the fun he had. He has not been at all backward in telling of the beautiful women with whom he became acquainted—his description of a beautiful blonde was, "tall and sinew."
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The Pi Phi's did some rushing during Easter vacation but the outcome was somewhat embarrassing to them—they wrote a letter to Peggy Lawson at her 'home inviting her to a rush party, and later they called her and explained about the
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NOTICE
It has come to the attention of the Kansan that campaign literature of the Pachacamahu party was delivered with yesterday's issue of the Kansan. This was done without either the knowledge or the consent of the professor, we would appear, learning of cases in which dodgers or handbills of any political party or advertiser of any kind are delivered with your Kansan.
Concert Attractions Chosen For Next Year
Course of Six Numbers Will Appear Here In 1937-38
The University Concert Course for the school year 1837-38 was announced yesterday by D. M. Swarthout, dean of the School of Fine Arts. The course next season will offer six major numbers and one extra attraction and will bring to the University a number of new figures appearing in musical circles in this country and abroad.
On Dec. 8, the world-renowned violinist, Jacha Heifetz, will again come to Lawrence, while Marian Anderson, no contest, will appear Jan. 17. The famous Ballet Russe or Monte Carlo Carallet with its orchestra, elaborate scenery and costumes, and a company composed of a hundred artists will perform this season in cause of the heavy booking fee the ballet will come as an extra attraction at popular prices.
Rudolph Serkin, pianist, who wan well received in his New York recital last season, will open the course on Nov. 8.
The Kansas City Philharmonic or orchestra under the direction of Kari Kreuger will give its annual concert Feb. 21. On March 14, Emanuel Feuerman, distinguished European cellist will appear for the first time at the University, Vronsky and Babin, two-piano team, will close the series March 28. This team recently appeared on the radio programs of Rudy Vallee and Bing Crosby.
Those who wish to secure special seats for the next season may make their reservations with a small deposit at once at the School of Fine Arts office. Season tickets will be sold at the same prices as this season's series, with six major attractions instead of five.
Carman Trial Is Reset; Postponed Until April 9
The preliminary trial of Justice Carren, c'40, charged with assaulting Roy Smoott, 12, 1733 Vermont street, with a deadly weapon, has been fixed by Justice of the Peace Donald C. Hulfs for Friday, April 9 at 9 a.m. instead of tomorrow as originally set. County Attorney Charles Springer requested that the trial be postponed so that the injured boy's progress toward recovery could be determined.
Smoots was shot in the right knee with a 22 caliber rifle late Monday afternoon near the Pioneer cemetery southwest of Lawrence by Carmen, who, with three companions, was hiking. The injured boy was rushed to the home of Mrs. Elmer Brown, where he received aid.
W. J. Keller, Lawrence merchant,
signed Carmen's $100 bond Tuesday
afternoon following arrangement in
Halts' court, and he was released
from the county jail. Smooch seemed to be recovering satisfactorily from the infection and was not considered in any danger unless infection should set in.
Sour Owl Out Tomorrow
The next issue of the Sour Owl will be distributed tomorrow, it was announced by Kansas Porter, editor. Featured in this magazine will be satires on the University Daily Kansan, the Jayhawker magazine, the Kansas City Star, and the Kansas Engineer. There will also be a parody on the Kansas column. New jokes, large cartoons, and humorous articles will also be included in this issue.
Sour Owl Out Tomorrow
Campus Political Men Prepare for Election
Rival Parties Announce Platforms; Pick Candidates
With election only a week away, governing bodies of both Hill Political parties took action yesterday toward the promotion of what they called the 'unfettered' as well as the shortest campaign in the history of University politics.
Platforms were announced, campaign organizations got under way, and at least one candidate was announced as a definite nominee for the highest office of student government.
Donald Voorhees, c38, will head the P.S.G.L. ticket as nominee for president of the Men's Student Council.
In contrast with the PS.GL platform, which includes proposals for a "True Co-op Bookstore", an improved Jayhawker sales policy, a student board for academic criticism, and an inspection service for men's boarding houses, the four Pachacumac planks provide for additional Union building facilities, extension of the Association of Midwestern Students Booking Agency to include hiring of forum speakers, establishment of a co-operative board house for athletes, and establishment of a permanent student-alumni relations board.
nominating concus late last night. Following closely upon the publication of the P.S.G.L platform in yesterday's Kansan, came Pachacame retaliation in the form of printed handbills bearing their election planks, which were distributed on the campus early in the morn-
Pachacamac's Inner Circle held it nominating caucus late last night.
FORMER STUDENT CRUSADES
Helen Warden Prominent in Joplin Vice Shakeup
Helen Warden, is, is credited with a major part in the recent Joplin, Mo., shakeup which resulted in grand jury indictments of the county's prosecuting attorney and three city officials.
Last fall Miss Warden led a crucade of young people in protest against liquor and vice conditions in Joplin, which terminated in the grand jury investigation. She was instrumental in placing young people as co-chairs and school gatherings, telling of the conditions in the county.
The Jasper county prosecuting attorney, Charles R. Warden, is the uncle of Helen Warden. Others under indictment are Arthur C. Micher, mayor of Joplin, and Harry J. Mead, joplin chief of police. One man was turned up at 62 persons during the 19-day investigation. Thirty-four people have pleaded guilty, giving fines totaling $10,200.
2:42 p.m. News flashes, W. A. Dill, director of the K. U. News Bureau.
Charles Caswell, 'cure', is in Asbury hospital in Salina as a result $4 injuries received in an auto-chemical shock there early Sunday morning.
CHARLES CASWELL INJURED
The car which Caswell was driving collided with another. Caswell received a severe cut on the leg. His companion, Arlene Carhart of Ellsworth, was released from the hospital Monday morning. Two other persons in Caswell's car escaped without injury.
2:30 p.m. German lesson, Prof. E, F Engel.
The driver of the other car was uninjured.
Severe Cut Received in Automobile Collisioin
K F K U
2:46 p.m. A Shakespeare Prog-
gress, "Twelfth Night," Miss Helen
Rheda Hoopes, professor of English,
6:00 p.m. Personal and family pa-
pals. Dr. Bert A. Nash, presi-
dent of the state mental hygiene
society.
Y. M.C.A. Election Today
New Advisory Board Members Also
Paul Moritz, c29, or C. H. Mullen, c39, will be selected to head the YM.C.A. for the enquiry year at the annual election today. Don Voorhees, c28, and Don Henry, c39, are candidates for vice-president. Kermit Franks, c40, or Kalman Oravetz, c40, will be elected secretary.
Will Be Selected
Polling will take place today in the C.M.C.A. office from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The results will be announced at 10 a.m., with an afternoon as soon as the polls close.
The board members who will continue to serve a two-year term are J. J. Wheeler, professor of mathematics; Allen Crafton, professor of speech and dramatic art; and Paul B. Lawson, dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Rolland Maddux, instructor in the department of political science; Neel P. Gist, assistant director of sociology, and Harold G. Inghall, director of the extension division, will continue to serve a one-year term.
The new members of the advisory board will also be selected this afternoon. Jens P. Jense, professor of economics; R. H. Wheeler, professor of psychology; Bert A. Nash, professor of education; the Rev. Joseph F. King, pastor of the Plymouth Congregational Church; and Fred S. Montgomery, secretary of the bureau of visual instruction, have been named by the nominating committee for a three-year term. George Docking, casher of the First National Anatomy Institute, an anatomy, have been selected to serve for a two-year term. This will fill vacancies caused by resignations.
Roosevelt Attempts World Peace Offensive
President Is Trying To Prevent General Holocaust
London, March 31—(UP) President Rosewell was reported tonight to be organizing a world peace offensive in an effort to avert Europe's headling plung into a general war arising from the Spanish buildup.
The President's recognition of Europe's litter plight—through his roving ambassador, Norman H. Davis—at an hour when the Spanish revolution, and perhaps the jealousies and hatreds of heavily armed nations, appeared to be working up steam for a "blow-off."
General Francisco France's military rebellion seemed on the verge of a crackup as internal revolt and a combined military and diplomatic offensive reaching out to three conti- nents of victory to his Loyalist enemies.
"No stag's" will be the rule at the freshman women's "Left Over Party," Saturday evening in the Memorial Union building. Only date bids will be mailed out. Any inconvenience arising from this male paucity will be taken care of by favor dances, circle dances, and exchange dances.
Davis will soon confer with Foreign Secretary Anthony Eden and Chancellor of the Exchequer Neville Chamberlain.
The outcome of the consultations may influence the decision of President Rocevall and Secretary of State Cordell Hull as and whether Washington would concert to halt Europe's arms race and seek a basis for lasting peace.
Red Blackburn's orchestra will furnish the music for the dance, which is being sponsored by the pledge classes of the various sororities. Decorations will portray all the holidays with a touch of bringing out the "Left Over" idea.
NO STAGS AT FRESHMAN
COED 'LEFT OVER PARTY
AUTHORIZED PARTIES
Friday. April 2
Men's Pan-Hellenic Council, Memorial Union, 12 p.m.
Saturday, April 5
Pledge's Dance, Memorial Union
12 p.m.
ELIZABETH MEGUIAR,
Adviser of Women, for the Join
Committee on Student Affairs
NO MORE CLASSES IS SENATE DECREE
In Strife-Torn Surprise Session Last Night Majority Faction Lays Down Ultimatum To Legislature. "Give Us Bread Or We Won't Teach," They Cry. Lindley Spurs Professors On, Clamoring for Inalienable Rights. Professor Sullivan Wrings Hearts With Description of Conditions
UNIVERSITY WOMEN DANCE
Red Blackburn Furnishes Music for 'Spring Swing'
Torn between loyalty to their profession and the necessity for a decent living wage. The University senate in a surprise meeting last night decreed that the faculty will meet no more classes until the state legislature grants salary restorations.
For an hour and a half yesterday afternoon a group of University women, filling the center section of the Union hallroom, danced, made new acquaintances, and were entertained. Red Blackburn and his band furnished the music. The occasion was the "Spring Swing." The sponsors were W.S.G.A. and Y.W.C.A.
Arthur Schneider of the Lawrences
Junior High School, in "top hat and
tails," put a Fred Astaire interpretation
on a tap dance number. His sister,
9-year-old Alice Ann Schneider,
presented an acrobatic dance.
A surprise feature of the entertainment was a swing tune, sung by Jane Coats, c' 10.
Beulah Pineo, c37, chairman of the Campus Sister organization of W.Y.C.A., was in charge of the dance No admission was charged.
CARE FOR YOUR LARYNX. SAYS MEDICAL PROFESSOR
Riven by bitter factionalism, the senate meeting was the scene of unprecedented strife between members of the faculty. One group, led by Chancellor E. H. Lindley, urged the sit-down as a means of forcing action in the legislature, Prof. Albert Bloch, heading the opposition, attacked the sit-downers as traitors to their profession.
Loud noises such as yelling at football games are decidedly injurious to the larynx. Doctor Jackson does not attend football games because he doesn't like to see people abuse their larynges. The larynx, whose primary function is to keep everything airborne and when it is not essential for speaking as it merely initiates the speech tones and does not form the words.
Dr. Chevalier Jackson, professor of bronchoscopy and esophagoscopy in the School of Medicine at Temple University, said yesterday in a lecture on "The Larynx and Its Care" that alcoholic beverages, tobacco smoking and shouting are injurious to the larynx. He explained that a musical career can be ruined by innocence in alcoholic beverages. There is no one or two drink which contain even a slight percentage of alcohol.
SAM KIMBLE, JR., RECEIVES GOVERNMENT APPOINTMENT
Sam Kimble, c37, a major in the department of political science, yesterday received word of his appointment for internship in the federal government through the National Institute of Public Affairs.
The Institute annually places about thirty University graduates in federal government boards and commissions, giving them practical experience and enabling them to work with students from the inside. The work is recognized in most universities as preparation for the master's degree.
Kimble interviewed a member of the scholarships committee of the Institute March 18 in Kansas City, Mo., following his appointment as president of the Kimble is president of the University Dramatic Club, a Summerfield scholar, a* member of Owl Society, junior men's honor society, Piigma Alpha, honorary political science fraternity, and the National College Union. Kimble also selected four students selected last fall for the Phi Beta Kappa award.
Members of the Lindley group gave emotional speeches in which they described unbelievable conditions in faculty families resulting from the low standard of living enforced by salary
Prof. C. D. Sullivan swung sufficient support to the Lindley group to carry the motion to sit down when he described the cries of his two-year-old daughter as hunger gnawed at her vitals. A sobbing plea for drastic action ended his speech.
In spite of the angry protests of the Bloch contingent, the motion passed by a majority of three. Several members of the opposition stormed out of the meeting with threats of resignation after the motion had passed.
Academy of Science To Meet in Manhattan
The state legislature neglected salary appropriations in the educational money bill. Salaries were drastically cut in 1931 and
Many Faculty Members Will Give Papers At Session
A number of the faculty members of the University will attend the ninety-ninth annual meeting of the Kansas Academy of Science at the Kansas State College at Manhattan today, Friday, and Saturday.
The meeting is being held in cooperation with the Kansas Entomological Society and the Kansas and Nebraska chapters of the American Association of University Professors.
The program begins at 3 p.m. in the college auditorium. W. J Baumgartner, professor of zoology, teaches an picture film "How Things Grow."
W. H. Horr, associate professor of botany, will discuss "The Flora of 'Rock City'," Saturday, and W. J. Baumgartner will speak on "Co-op operation Among Kansas Scientific Societies."
On Friday, papers on geology will be presented by Claude W. Hibbard, assistant curator of the Paleontologic Museum, W. H. Schoehe, associate professor of geology, M. K. Koch, assistant professor of geology,
In the botany section, talks will be made Friday by Kafus H. Thompson, assistant instructor of botany D. J. Obee, assistant instructor of botany W. C. Stevens, professor of botany M. W.Mayberry, instructor of botany, and Florene Briscoe assistant in botany.
Papers will be presented at the meeting of the chemistry section by Wayne E. White, research fellow in chemistry, Robert Taft, associate professor of chemistry, and R Q. Brewater, professor of chemistry. Those from the University taking part in the meeting of the psychol-ogy section will serve as assistant instructor of psychology, and Alfred C. Voth, gr.
In the meeting of the physics section, papers will be presented by W. L. Weaver, assistant instructor of electrical engineering. R. L. Dolecke, assistant in physics and edu-
career. C. V. Kent, professor of physics.
Zoology papers will be given by H. B. Latimer, professor of anatomy, C. Willet Asling, assistant instructor of anatomy, A. W. McCullough assistant instructor of zoology, Edward H. Taylor, professor of zoology, and Miss Mary E. Larson, assistant professor of zoology.
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At the thirteenth annual meeting
many have never been restored. The legislature is now running past adjournment time, with clocks stopped, and the faculty agreed that prompt and decisive action was needed to save the day.
"I can't live on nothing but promises," said Dean Paul B. Lawson, speaking in favor of the sit-down. "For six years my wife has patched my clothes and fed her family on short rations. It is only my unilinching loyalty to the University that has saved me from job mow, but I'll stay here and fight it out on this line if it takes all summer."
Lawson's appeal was met with cheer by the sidedwomen and jeers by the opposition. The Communitee on behalf of the school wants to "raised Prof. N. W. Blackwell "but I'll stick by my students. They have investments in an education here and I won't let them down."
Late last night the report came to the Kansan that Mrs. J.B. Watkins has offered to contribute to the salary fund out of her private fortune in order that classes may be continued. The University Senate's reaction to this highly unusual action could not be learned at press time.
His appeal fell on deaf ears as far as the majority was concerned, and the decision to sit down came at 10:35. A telegram was dispatched immediately to Gov. Walter A. Huxman informing him of the faculty's action. A debate ensued on the advisability of putting University buildings under lock and to prevent opposition professors from meeting classes, but upon the assurance of the "loyalists" that they would abide by majority decision, the matter was dropped.
"I will leave immediately for my march in Alabama," declared Dr. W. R. Davis, department of the Air Force, when once take time to pack my bane.
"As I have always maintained," declared Pro. R. H. Wheeler, department of psychology, "the parts are determined by the brain and you learn some years ago. If you don't believe me, look at my chart."
Dean Donald M. Swarthot then introduced a motion to parade the legislation by the senate, nouncing the legislature for its failure to restore salaries and end with
This is April Fool's Day, you suckers. But if you want to read more, turn to page three.