PAGE TWO UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN, LAWRENCE, KANSAS WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 12, 1936 Comment Lincoln and Kansas As the years roll on and birthday anniversaries are observed people are apt to pay homage, if they think about it, to a name rather than to the individual who carried the name or to the ideals for which the man stood. Such is the fate of all great names in history at the hands of generations marching farther and farther from the period in which the man lived. Abraham Lincoln, one of the truly great and God-minded men who contributed to the development of the United States, stands in just this danger. Much is made of the Rail-Splitter and the least scout of folk-lore is not too insignificant to furnish up and bring out for the edification of new generations of young people. "Honest Abe" has become a bye-word in the American language. "The Great Emancipator" is another phrase to which we at this time pua lip service. At the same time, the celebration of the anniversary of Lincoln's birthday should have a real significance for citizens of Kansas. Seventy-five years ago Kansas was admitted into the Union. In that same year Lincoln took the oath of office as President of the United States for the first time. The two events are closely related for if there had been no question of slavery there would have been no particular hurry on the part of politicians from the northern states to get more senators and representatives from abolition territory into the national congress. Lincoln was elected partly because of his forthright stand in regard to the question of slavery. Mr. Lincoln did not make the conditions that brought on the Civil war. Neither did he bring on the questions that made politicians scramble to carve new states out of the vast western plains. All this is not to detract one iota from the sterling personal qualities with which Abraham Lincoln was endowed. His virtues were of such a quality that we in this day and age may well emulate them. Lincoln inherited the tense political, social, and economic problems from the past. He was guided by what he felt to be the best interests of the entire nation in pursuing the policies he did. And as the years have gone on, a united and grateful nation pays him tribute. Kansas should feel a definite sense of obligation to Lincoln. Also, Kansas should be proud of the part her settlers played in the Civil War. Her's was a definite and glorious contribution to the scheme laid down by Abraham Lincoln. Today, Kansans are proud of their state. Not only is the state known throughout the world as a great agricultural region, but in the past few years Kansas has become one of the potentially great producers of petroleum. In matters of government, Kansas and the men who hold the executive positions of state have called nation-wide attention to what can be done, even in times of stress. Out of the same set of circumstances came the leadership of Abraham Lincoln and the state of Kansas. Let us not forget this in paying tribute to Lincoln. The museum was closed to the public Nov. 30, 1932, because the floors were not safe. Reconstruction is at a standstill. Lack of funds! To re-open the museum and again display specimens worth a half-million dollars, $47,000 is necessary. The Fine Art of Cheating At the University of North Carolina recently a group of students backed by the president and the faculty uncovered a "cheating ring" that had been in operation on that campus for over three years. They presented to the student council all the evidence they could gather and that organization, acting on the evidence presented to them, suspended indefinitely more than thirty students for violation of the "honor principle" which is in operation at that University. The ring was so well developed that its leader had on several occasions boasted that he was able to get any quizzes to be given at the University except those in chemistry. The functions of the ring were varied, ranging from simply supplying the quizzes to be given to actually taking them by proxy for its clients. The ring obtained its copies of quizzes and other desired papers for their clients from a confederate in the mineographing department of the University, this aid was supplemented by the use of a pass key to one of the halls on the campus. Here at the University of Kansas we are able to feel rather sure that there is no such "cheating ring" in operation. But we do know that during the past few weeks many rumors as to the amount of cheating that goes on have been evident. Some of the hearsay even goes so far as to imply that unless you take a good "crib" to the exams in some classes you will be lucky to pass the course. That is probably a slight exaggeration, but we do Working in absolute secrecy the student committee was able to secure enough evidence on the leaders to get from them a full confession of their activities, along with all their quiz files, papers, and correspondence. From this they were able to gain enough evidence to place before the student council for trial ninety-eight cases of violation of the "honor system." know that there is an enormous amount of creating taking place on this campus. Not only on exams but in many other ways, such as, having someone else write your term papers, themes and like. Cheating of this type might be laid to the professors who either cannot or will not stop it. Probably the only way that this practice of cheating can be stopped is by the action of the students themselves, as was done in the case of the North Carolina University exposure. OFFICIAL UNIVERSITY BULLETIN Notes due at Chancellor's Office at 3 p.m. preceding regular publication days and 11:15 a.m. on Saturday for Sunday issues. FEBRUARY 12. 1936 AIEE: The regular meeting of the AIEE will be Wednesday, February 12, at 4:30 p.m. in Marvin Brown's room. Edward Lonsdale, Secretary. AS.ME. There will be a regular meeting of the AS.ME Thursday evening at 8:00 in Marion hall. EL ATENEO. El Atenente tendra una sesión el juices a has cuatro y media de la tarde. Margarit Osma, secretaria ESTES REUNION: A chill supper for all students who have attended the Estes Park conference will be held from 5:00-8:00 p.m. Sunday. There will be a fifteen o'clock movie show, followed by a free or Fred Meier by Friday night. Nancy Calhoun. FIRST SEMESTER GRADES: Grades for the fall semester may be obtained from the Registrar's Office February 11-15, according to the following schedule of student names: Wednesday, Feb. 12—N to S inclusive. Thursday, Feb. 13-T to Z inclusive Friday, Feb. 14 Those unable to come at the Saturday, Feb. 15 scheduled time. George O. Foster, Registrar. HOME ECONOMICS CLUB: The Home Economics HOME has postponed the initiation of a super supper from Tuesday to Saturday. Evelyn Wallace, President. JAY JANES. There will be a meeting of the Jay James at 4:30 in Room 119 in Fraser hall. Betty Tholen, President. K. A.C.E. The Kansas Association of Chemical Engineers will have an election of officers Thursday, February 13, at 7:30 in room 101 C. All chemical engineers are urged to come. Gordon Miller, President. KU KU MEETING: There will be a Ku Ku meeting Wednesday at 10:30 in the Memorial Union Building. QUILL CLUB: Quill Club will meet in the W.S.G.A. Lunge Thursday, Feb. 13, at 7:38 pm. All pledges are accepted. Chas. Zeskey, President. RHADAMANTHI: Rbhadamanti meets today at 4:30 in the Green Room. Alfred C. Ames, President. RIFLE CLUB: There will be a meeting of the Rifle Club Thursday, February 13, at 7:30 p.m. in Robinson Hall. SCHOALSHIPS: Applications for scholarships for next year may be made during the hours 3 and 5 p.m., Monday to Friday, inclusive, in Room 203B administration building. Applications must be filed by March 1. Committee on Aids and Awards Mrs. Flora S. Boynton, Executive Secretary, Committee on Aids and Awareness SIGMA ETA CHI: Initiation and banquet will be held at the Colonial Tea Room, Friday, February 14, at 5:13 p.m. Banquet room is 60 cents. Please make reservations with Iris McDonald by Wednesday evening. Evangeline Clark, President. UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN WORLD AFFAIRS COMMISSION: The World Affairs Commission of W.Y.C.A. will meet Thursday, Feb. 13 at 8:30 p.m. at Honeywell Hall. All girls interested in social activities are invited. June Thompson, Ethel Anderson. PUBLISHER HARRY VALENTINE OFFICIAL STUDENT PAPER OF THE UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS LAWRENCE, KANSAS Chairmen. 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National Political Situation Assumes Aspects of Battle as Spring Approaches Breezes are blowing these days—nice gentle breezes for the most part, but gradually gathering momentum and fraughts—and these breezes carry whisheries of politics. There are no oxybenzes, that bear tidings of speeches, of charges and counter-charges, and of threats of "walk-out"; and then there are the calmest of the short grass and the grapevines; and the planning and field-marshaling back of the drums and fanfare of trumpets. And out of the currents and cross-currents come hints which, if fitted together, may give the men on the political chestboard. Is the Democratic camp breakup? Do the threats of Al Smith and his Liberty Leaguer们 to "take a walk" come as a shock to the administration forces? Is the possibility that predictions made several years ago by the more astute political observers, to be considered anything other than a threat to the policy of the Roemewelt-Farley camp. By J. Howard Rusco, e'38 Democrat Split Improbable These observers, early in the Roosevelt administration, told of the desire of the President to reorganize the two branches by laying the progressive members of the Republican party into the Democratic ranks, and making it so uncomfortable for conservative Democrats that they themselves into the Republican fold. There has been ample evidence that New Deal forces for the past three years have been following this line of campaign. They have openly defied big business, known for its conservatism; and they have ground out legislation designed to attract the liberals of both parties. The success of half the program seems assured, with the revolt of the Liberty Leaguer2-who, be it noted, represent Wall Street and big business, if we may judge from the list of contributors to the league's war chest. The purging of the Democratic party is approaching the status of an accomplish fact. So much for the first phase of the program. Its accomplishment has not been difficult; but what of the second and third phases, which must be recalled that it is easier to members than to acquire new ones—members who not only will fall in line, but will work as zealously behind the group, have those who are being eliminated. The answer to this question seems to lie with the Republicans; and its solution presents no easy problem. responders. The Republican party primarily is faced with two alternatives this year: it can nominate a progressive slate and adopt a platform designed to hold to the liberals and block the Democratic strategy, or it can adhere to its tradition, and thus make its ranks more attractive to the AI Smiths and the Carter Glasses. Two Roads for Republicans Either alternative, in unadulterated form, is hazardous. The former not only would make the party less attractive and conservative Democrat, but would also be conservative Democrats, because he been the keynote of attacks upon the New Deal "the dangerous radicalism" of the Rosevelt administration. That is to say, the campaign might resolve itself into another case of the pot and with their respective degrees of blackness. On the other hand, if the G.O.P. decides upon a conservative course, it is playing in the hands of the opposition by using the word "tender" to fight for rights. It is, in effect, bidding well to those progressive Republicans who, disagusted with the rejection Howe-Curtis regime, deserved tempers and a side of the enemy in the 1932 and 1934. What, then, will the Republican do? Will they nominate Borah, whose well-known stand in favor of inflation sends chills chasing the spines of the big industrialists and bankers, and whose semi-alignment with the Townsend forces gives bad dreams to the nation's taxpayer? It is doubtful. Will the allies an offer-conservative, and revive views of the Hower administration? Borah or Hoover? Happily, political leaders do not lack ingenuity; and the fact that the Democrats have pointed out two paths does not remove the possibility of a third. Rather, they can encourage or forge the greatest promise for the Grand Old Party, embodies primarily the nomination of a candidate who is repugnant to neither faction; a man whose record shows him to be safe From a focal point of view, and yet who has the progress-constructive ideas of government that are essential in this atrocious period. Landon a Possibility This is the course that at this time seems most likely to be followed; and a keynote of this course is the nominec of AIF M. London for the Presidency. a man who, in normal times, it must be admitted, would never have been considered for the Presidency. And thus it is that the brees are growing louder and luder in their whispering that the governor should June as the standard bearer of the Republican party. Will he be elected? Alas, the brees do not tell; but stranger things have happened, and Kansas holds at least a reasonably good chance of seeing her governor transcribe to the White House next January. And thus we have the line of reasoning which points to the nomination of Hollywood Film Shop Hollywood—(UP)—Mothers of child screen stars cause much worry to studios. It seems in the past it has been the usual practice for the mothers of children who have caught public fancy suddenly to decide they know everything about pictures. As a result, they take it upon themselves to teach the motion picture makers how to make pictures. It's all embarrassing for the picture makers. They don't care to offend the parent but, on the other hand, they don't care to have their picture ruined—with resultant loss on their investment—by amateur direction. Until a year ago, the studios solved the problem in what was considered a high-handed method in some parental circles. Mothers, and some fathers, too were barred from the sets where their children were going through their paces. Now it seems that child screen star mothers are becoming more sensible or the cure is having its effect. Several mothers have been known never to say a word or give even one bit of advice while they were on the set. One of them who never becomes concerned over the rights of her darling is the mother of Shirley Temile. She assumes the role of an ordinary spectator while her daughter is working. Studio executives, in their unguarded moments, concede that Mrs. Temple has every right to speak her mind. Shirley, a former producer and maker for producers in the industry. "I don't ever want to give the impression that I'm in the way," Mrs. Temple says. "I'd a lot rather be too conservative." In inauguration of the "yen standard" in China is regarded as something more than a matter of convenience to the Japanese residents and tradeppees. There are those who see in it plans to embarrass the workings of the Chinese Government's new monetary project, which they claimed that announced the nationalization of silver and the control of exchange at a fixed level was received with surprise and indignation in Japan, some circles in Tokyo seeing the move as an Anglo-Chinese maneuver directed against the Nipponese. But Mrs. Temple has studied the history of former child stars and also learned from their mistakes. She tries to be helpful rather than dictatorial. "I decided on that policy a long time ago. I don't want to acquire the attitude that the screen mother known what is best for her child—as far as picture making is concerned—because it always has caused endless friction. Loss of Trade Feared "During working hours, Shirley belongs to the studio." Mrs. Temple explains. "The time she is off the set, she belongs to me." However, many Japanese merchants, whose shops are patronized by Chinese and westerners, or who deal in articles from China, would like to make the change, for aside from the probable confusion the use of the yen would create, they see a loss of trade resulting from their customers' unwillingness to accept Japanese currency as a basis of trade. New Stenographic System To Revolutionize Secretarial Work Palo Alto, Calif. — (UP)—Based on what psychologists call "kinesistic perception," Dr. J. Kevin cover, proverbs and games that sharpen versatility, has invented a new shorthand and typewriting system which he beats revolutionize present-day stenogrammetry. Japanese Business Men in Shanghai To Dominate Chinese Trade With Yen In contrast to all, Japanese merchants, regardless of size, are to conduct their sales on a yen basis according to the newly inaugurated central bank. They deal in bundles of small Japanese shops throughout Shanghai will be in yen. While this arrangement is likely to be an annoyance to non-Japanese trading in Japanese shops, the Japanese sponsors pay for the goods from the yen not only will mean monetary saving, but will constitute a convenience, as the bother of calculations of exchange according to the fluctuations of the exchange rates will be elimin- The new shorthand, which will be known as "notescript," is made up of omanometers with dots and dashes for the systems now in use. Dr. Cooper declares, tests have demonstrated it can work directly from direct code without difficulty. The typing system is based on a sense of position rather than on sight and touch. The student learns a different finger position for each key below the keyboard, and when actual practice starts, his fingers fall naturally into position. Dr. Coover declares the system is applicable to all individuals regardless of physical differences or disabilities of the senses. Shanghai, Feb. 11-(UP) - Declaring that the fluctuations of the Chinese dollar had caused them both trouble and money loss in the Japanese business, Shanghai was used by the Japanese yen in all commercial transactions and to extend the plan from Shanghai to all central and local offices where Japanese are engaged in trade. The practice of using currency other than Chinese in business transactions is not new here. Large American firms quote prices in U. S. dollars when engaged in wholesale dealings. However, the standard Chinese Government or dollar and its subsidiary coins are widely accepted in retail sales and purchases. Chinese commercial circles here are Banks Defy Silver Order infilmed to resent the move and the Chinese Manufacturers' Association has petitioned the National Government to request the Japanese authorities to prevent the innovation. This group deceived Japan by attempting to impose of Japanese currency in China was likely to lead to a penetration of Japanese influence into the Chinese commercial market and that the future of the Chinese industries and country would be jeopardized if this move were left unchecked. Further, these groups of this group have been requested to boycott the use of Japanese currency. TORY SUNDAY OFFER Japanese government instates the monetary program has been manifest by the refusal of Japanese banks for some time to surrender their silver holdings to the Central Bank of China. Some time after the monetary plan was unveiled, Chinese banks broached and quickly translated into action. Japanese consular authorities made no objection to the move and as a result, Chinese have charged the Japanese with bad faith in persistently pursuing the yen as a basis of trade in China. The local foreign press sees a "self-imposed" boycott in the move and prophesies that losses incurred by fluctuations of Chinese currency will be nothing when compared with the invisible losses resulting. Particularly significant, however, is the fact that no mention of the use of yen has been made in North China, and this sphere of influence is being extended. Airplane Pilot Enlisted As Cowpuncher In Modern Roundup Cody, Wyo—(UP)—Times are becoming increasingly tougher for the western cowboy. First it was the barbed wire fence which cramped his style. Then came the automobile which reduced the need for horses and horsemen. Trucks followed the automobile and cut down the work of the cowboy. Now it is the airplane that is making it harder for a cowboy to keep his job. Effectiveness of the airplane in round-the-world flight has been here recently. A band of wild horses had been on the loose for four years. Some of the best cowboys in the state attempted to drive the mutants out, but they were mountains defended their best efforts. Then Bill Monday, an aviator, accepted an offer to attempt to chase the horses out of the jagged mountains. Accompanied by Lawrence Siddle, the pilot flew his plane over the peaks until he sighted the outlaw band. ROCK CHALKLETS By circling and diving at the band Monday was able to herd them out of the hills and into the open country where the cowbys could handle them. "It was as easy as handling them in a nature," Monday said. A news story tells that prisoners at Minnesota's Stillwater penitentiary who are enrolled in extension courses offered by the University of Minnesota, have a higher scholastic average than students attending the same courses at the school. Well at least they aren't bothered by too many outside activities. This weather reminds of Bill Blizzard who once last year was editor of the Kansan. There may be some beautiful figures displayed at the Beaux Arts Ball. All honor to feminine pulchrite. And it won't be a relax varix either. After all this publicity concerning the "dust bowl" last summer, it seems fitting to call to cast parts the "ice chest" now. Begin Studying NOW Then you can have a long Stay on the Hill for Dinner We serve from 5:15 until 6:30 evening for study Eat at the CAFETERIA CHECK with us DURING THIS COLD WEATHER Hot Water Heaters ... $4.95 up Prestone, Alcohol, Winter Gear Lubrication Tire and Brake Service GOOD YEAR Carter Service Call 1300 Open All Night Don't Forget to Give Your Sweetie That Valentine She's Expected—A nice selection at--- Ochse Printing and Party Shop 814 Mass. St. Phone 288