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UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN, LAWRENCE, KANSAS
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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 1937
Comment
When Is A Liberal?
A pertinent question comes from a reader of the editorial "The Russian Mystery." His cry for enlightenment may be found in the Campus Opinion column. We are only too glad to be of assistance in throwing some light on the subject. We hope we are successful.
Like beauty, liberalism is as liberalism does. The connotation of the word has so many variations and so wide a range of meanings that it is sometimes a dangerous term to use. In its broader, or academic sense, liberalism has reference to a concept of political philosophy. Alfredo Rocco, former minister of justice for Italy and one of the chief prophets of Fascism, touches on the question in one of his dissertations on political doctrines.
... If the object of society and of the state is the welfare of individuals, (how can this) be secured by the individuals themselves? The inequalities brought about both by nature and by social organizations are so numerous and so serious that, for the most part, individuals abandoned to themselves not only would fail to attain happiness, but would also contribute to the perpetuation of their condition of misery and dejection. The state therefore cannot limit itself to the merely negative function of the defense of liberty. It must become active, in behalf of everybody, for the welfare of the people. It must intervene, when necessary, in order to improve the material, intellectual, and moral conditions of the masses; it must find work for the unemployed, instruct and educate the people, and care for health and hygiene. . . . Thus liberalism, democracy, and socialism, appear to be, as they are in reality, not only the offspring of one and the same theory of government, but also logical derivations of the other."
as he sees it, there are two theories of government which are fundamentally different. Prior to the emergence of Fascist doctrines, all political philosophies considered "the welfare and happiness of the individual to be the goal of society." This common basis shows the close logical connection between all political doctrines." From earliest laissez faire to socialism, all have this common basis, and Signor Rocco proceeds to show how socialism is a logical development of the idea of democracy.
All theories of government except Fascism are, therefore, derived from and have as their basic concept this relation of individual to the state. But, says Signor Rocco, "the relations between state and citizen are completely reversed by the Fascist doctrine. Instead of the liberal-democratic formula," society for the individual," we have, "individuals for society."
Rocco is considered to be one of the more logical and scholarly Fascist writers and thinkers. It is, in the main, difficult to disagree with his classification of political theories and practices. The meaning of the term "liberalism" which he employs has come to be quite widely accepted among political scientists, and is certainly more scientific than the popular use, or misuse, of the word. And if the Fascists, bitterest foes of Communism, are willing to concede that Communism is fundamentally a liberal doctrine, who are we to disagree?
Divers are combing the sea floor off Massachusetts for $65,000 worth of French brandy lost in a wreck in 1918. As soon as the fellow on the boat hears a "hic" through the phone, he can be pretty certain the stuff's been located.
Ogre of Child Labor Laws
"Nearly one third of our population, themselves without suffrage, would be in jeopardy of direct and despotic control by the federal government." With just as valid logic, Mr. Hurley, you might also conclude that the children should not be burdened with police protection because they cannot vote.
Governor Charles Hurley of Massachusetts, in an open letter to the President, has raised a great hue over the fate of the youth of our land, menaced as they are by the terrifying specter of child labor legislation.
we know what the situation is now. In all too many communities, children have their health menaced, their opportunity for education decreased, their childhood spent in drudgery, their parents thrown out of work because the youngsters will work cheaper; all to be laid to the practice of using child labor in industry.
"A staggering grant of power to the congress” Mr. Hurley the proposed amendment. Staggering yes, to the textile manufacturers, to the sweatshop contractors, to the newspaper publishers with their crews of underpaid juvenile newsies, to the industries which have exploited youth with no thought as to the welfare of the young people themselves.
Even granting inefficiencies in the administration of national protective legislation for minors, is it likely that the youth will fare worse at the hands of a government representing their parents and friends than at the hands of mercenary private enterprises?
The Kansan Platform
Propaganda Per Se
When an ex-champagne salesman turns diplomat he can cause a great deal of furor over practically nothing. Take the case of Joachim von Ribbentrop, German ambassador to the court of St. James.
This worthy shocked foreign diplomats and King George when at the royal reception, he saluted the king in the best Nazi manner, shook hands, and saluted again. It seems that the correct thing to do is bow to the king, shake hands and present your credentials. Small wonder the others were shocked.
1. A well-coursed varsity athletic program.
2. Betrayment of student working conditions.
So the newspapers went to town. They suggested this was just another hit of Nazi propaganda, and hinted darkly of shady undercover work. It was a lot of fun.
The British foreign office, on the other hand, declared it was most decidedly within the ambassador's rights to salute in the custom of his own country. After all, one ambassador once greeted Queen Victoria by knocking his head on the floor a couple of times.
4. An adequate building program, including:
a. Reopening of Duchy museum.
b. Construction of a medical science
building.
c. Building on the stocks of the library.
3. Establishment of a co-operative bookstore.
But the Nazi is in the dog-house, and it is said they may even deprive him of tea and crumpets.
c. Addition to the stacks of the library.
5. Restoration of faculty and employee salaries.
Photographic Studies Show Success Of Camera as Instrument of Art
Just how for does the camera is as an instrument of art? That is the question raised with the study of the U. S. Camera club essay.
By Rob Richardson, c.37
display in Spooper-inklubes museum.
To camera endimissate, the camera is a legitimate medium, but rightful recognition comes at the first time. No longer used only as a companion means of conveying a scene to persons who could not be eye witnesses. With modern treatment, the photograph is composed to convey moods, show action, and play upon the emotions of the observer just as surely as the music of a violin or the product of a painter's brush.
**Recorder of Details** to Artists
To the artist who believes in hand work as the only true medium of visual interpretation, the rasterized images are presented excerpt detail. In accordance with this view, one artist has commented that the finest photographs ever taken were with the primitive pinhole camera—no retouched, no funny angles—perfect record of things as they were.
In the exhibit at Spooner-Thayer, are shown visual reproduction, some poseis and straightforward, some deceptive and impressionistic, the subjects varying from Dr. Albert Einstein to three little pigs. Yet there is a message in every picture which enthusiasts contend to see, the photographer just as surely as the artist plam his motif and theme.
**Unusual Effects Obtainable**
Unhampered by the limitations of the human eye, the camera—by looking from unusual angles and by using trick focal lengths—can present things never perceived by ordinary observation. In this modern photography the camera does not always seem to tell the truth, yet the painter puts things into his master
No matter on which side of the camera one stands, the fact cannot be overlooked that the camera is becoming more and more widely used as a medium of expression. This exhibit shows the modern trend in photography. Art or commerce? Art or commerce? Art or commerce? It will become more familiar with the possibilities of this old but ever new vehicle of visual reproduction.
piece which are soldom, if ever, seen by the layman. The painter calls his work interpretative art; that of the cameraman, humburgery.
French Rose Fork In University Office Frightens Creditors
In the office of Prof L. D. Havenhill, dean of the School of Pharmacy, reposes a jitch fork whittled from a natural biocracy growth used in the perfume factories of France. Through stubborn persistence, Dean Havenhill garnered the job of President of the Progress exposition in Chicago a few years ago.
Admiring the fork as an object of personal curiosity, Dean Havenhall obtained it from its owner, Alden Scot Bower, parfumeur of 15 Rue Royal, Paris, for the mere price of the freight.
The pitch fork, a true natural growth, is a remarkable example of peanut ingenuity and resourcefulness. During its growing stage of seven years, three prongs of hickory roots areCaused to grow together to form the handle of the fork. Of course, tough, touchy wood plates in nuts are used for plucking roses off the women in the perfume factories of France, France.
These roses are used to make "Otoe of Rose" perfume oil. At the end of years the fank-shaked mul-
bark trees are cut and peeled of their bark. They are then tied into shape and tempered by drying in a heated oven. Due to the intense decrease in the number of annoying crevices since the morning prune have hung over his desk.
Speech Students Give Information And Advice
Would you like to know about "Overexamining the Odds," the importance of "Driving Carefully." The "Qualifications of a High School Coach," to How to Flower a Mattress, or "The History of Pipes?" These were only a few of the 58 subjects discussed by students who took their final tests in speech last semester.
By assignment the themes were to be taken from fields in which the student had some special interest, and the variety was great to be.
Those who had traveled told of "Pamama," A Mexican Village, and "*Basking Fikes Peak Alone.*"
Speech problems were the first concern of some students. "If You Introduce the Speaker?" "After Dinner Speeches," and "Senior Midwife Hutton etc." Canada Her Audience" were some of the subjects.
**Climbing school rooftops.**
Sociological studies called on educators in Kansas City,” the People in Kentucky, “Labor Strikes,” “The Boys Industrial School at Topeka,” and “I Advocate Early Marriage.”
( Under *miliexcellent subjects* you
provocate "Minister's Daughter"
"Avoidable Death," "You Can
play the Piano," "Loan Sharks"
"Tea," "Dyche Museum," and Building a Winning Football Team* B. R.
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Extinct Earth, which would be most interesting to the student body, whom you supposedly represent, is the author of today's book on extinct animals. The Mystery in another editorial the exact connection he has between Stalin and Liberalism Perhaps many are still unaware of this.
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Vol. 34 Tuesday, February 9, 1937 No. 89
CAMERA CLUB. The K.U. Camera Club will meet this evening at 7:45 in Room 106, Journal building. Attendance is limited to 10 people. Membership of Photography - Members and others who are interested in photography are certainly invited to attend.
CHRISTIAN SCIENCE ORGANIZATION. There will be a meeting at 4:30 this afternoon in Room C. Myers hall. Students and faculty members are welcome. Keith Davis, President.
FRESHMAN MEN. There will be a regular meeting of the Freshman Council of the Y.M.C.A. this evening in the Y.M.C.A. office, at 7 clock—Don Vourbesch, Chairman of Freshman Council.
HOME ECONOMICS CLUB The Home Economics Club will hold its regular meeting this afternoon at the Home Management House. Initiation of new office equipment at 3:30 - 5:30. Grand Crown Vice-president.
WORLD AFFAIRS COMMISSION. There will be a meeting of the World Affairs Commission on Hunter Harrison will tell of the recent convention she attended in Chicago and will attend-Gevene Landrith.
KAPPA PHI: There will be a pot-luck supper at 5:15. Tumulta Pinneo.
MEN'S STUDENT COUNCIL. There will be a meeting of the Men's Student Council tomorrow night at eight o'clock in the Pine Room—William Zupanec, Secretary.
KFUKU ANGUNCOER YTROUTS! Anfouncer travots for Station KFKU have been scheduled for Wednesday evening, Feb. 10, at 7:30: Freshmen and sophomores are especially urged to attend. Entired persons please see Miss Seaman, Room 169, attending 11 a.m. and 12:30 noon today—Mildred Seaman.
QUACK CLUB: Quack Club will hold tryouts for all women interested. Wednesday, Feb. 10, at 8 p.m. at the pool in the gymnasium and be followed by an impromptu meeting. All members moved to Marjorie Rowland, President.
PARKING COMMITTEE: A meeting of the Parking Committee will be held at 3:30 this afternoon in the Pine Room. All those who wish to appeal fines to the Court please be present - Haden Anderson, Chairman.
TAU SIGMA: There will be a dance meeting tonight, at 10:30 p.m., you will be held at that Mary Ellen Miller.
NEWMAN CLUB: There will be a religious meeting of the Newman Club at 7:15 this evening. The Reverend M. T. Hoffman will speak. Members are urged to present—June Capps, Secretary.
PHI CHI DELTA: Phi Chi Delta will meet at 5:30
Program Chairman - Milard E. Mitchell,
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W. Y.C.A. A ADVANCED STANDING COMMISSION Dr. Margaret Dale of Kansas City will speak at 4:30 and at 7:30 today at Henry Kunkle in the Admission Hall. Her subject in the afternoon will be "Feminine Hygiene" and her evening topic will be "Glandes Hygiene" and her evening topic will be "Dinner at dinner will be served at 6 o'clock for those who are to remain. Reservations can be made by calling Henley House. University women are invited Ruth Harris, Chairman.
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