====PAGE-LEVEL METADATA==== University Daily Kansan Page 0947 from reel: L 2325 (1926-09-20 to 1927-10-11) https://digital.lib.ku.edu/ku-udk/170972 Title: Professor Alter Invents New Type of Radio Antenna Summary: Professor Alter has developed a new radio antenna design that improves reception by substituting vertical for horizontal aerial elements, with testing showing improved signal clarity. Category: campus news Subjects: radio technology; university research; scientific innovation Named Entities: Alter, Professor [researcher] Confidence: 0.85 Title: R.O.T.C. Members Are Presented Medals During Regular Drill Summary: Colonel Mumma presents medals to ROTC members for excellence in rifle shooting during regular military drill exercises at the university. Category: campus news Subjects: military training; university programs; ROTC Named Entities: Mumma, Colonel [military officer] Confidence: 0.8 Title: Jayhawker Team Leaves to Battle Against Pioneers Summary: The University of Kansas football team departs for a game against Iowa, with Coach Cannon expressing confidence in the team's preparation for the match. Category: sports Subjects: college athletics; football; sports travel Named Entities: Cannon, Coach [football coach] Confidence: 0.9 Title: Wire Flashes Summary: Brief news items including: Professor Alter's radio antenna invention; ROTC medal presentations; football team departure; and various campus announcements. Category: campus news Subjects: university news; campus events; announcements Confidence: 0.7 Title: Scott Will Speak at Dedication of New Auditorium Summary: Charles F. Scott will deliver remarks at the dedication ceremony for the new university auditorium, scheduled for October 14, followed by a pep rally. Category: campus news Subjects: university events; auditorium dedication; public speaking Named Entities: Scott, Charles F. [speaker] Confidence: 0.85 Title: Students Make K.U. Seal for Freshman Initiation Summary: Students have created a special KU seal for use in freshman initiation ceremonies, which will be displayed during the event. Category: campus news Subjects: university traditions; student activities; ceremonies Confidence: 0.8 Title: St. Louis Begins Restoration Work Following Tornado Summary: St. Louis begins restoration efforts following a devastating tornado that caused significant damage and loss of life in the city. Category: local news Subjects: natural disasters; city recovery; emergency response Named Entities: Miller, Mayor [St. Louis mayor] Confidence: 0.9 Title: Five Candidates to Be Nominated for Rhodes Scholarship This Fall Summary: The university will nominate five candidates for the prestigious Rhodes Scholarship this fall, with the selection process underway. Category: campus news Subjects: academic awards; scholarships; university recognition Confidence: 0.8 Title: Many Universities Have Initiation Ceremonies Summary: A discussion of how various universities conduct initiation ceremonies for new students, highlighting different practices and traditions. Category: campus news Subjects: university traditions; student life; campus culture Confidence: 0.75 Title: Swimming Tryouts Begin Summary: Swimming tryouts commence at the university as Coach Alphin begins selecting members for the upcoming season. Category: sports Subjects: aquatic sports; university athletics; team tryouts Confidence: 0.8 Title: Ku Ku's Will Give Dance Summary: The Ku Ku's organization plans to host a dance as part of their activities, with details about the event and participation. Category: campus news Subjects: student organizations; campus events; social activities Confidence: 0.75 Title: Poster Exhibit Is Shown Summary: The Department of Design presents a poster exhibition featuring foreign art works, open to students and the public. Category: campus news Subjects: university exhibitions; art displays; campus culture Confidence: 0.8 Title: Loan Fund Is Exhausted Summary: The university loan fund has been depleted, leading to the refusal of aid to students due to lack of available funds. Category: campus news Subjects: financial aid; student support; university funding Confidence: 0.85 Title: Tardy Payment of Fees Causes 96 Cancellations Summary: Ninety-six students have had their enrollments cancelled due to late payment of fees, affecting their ability to continue studies. Category: campus news Subjects: university administration; student finances; enrollment Confidence: 0.9 Title: Watson Library Reports Increase in Circulation Summary: Watson Library announces an increase in book circulation, reflecting growing student and faculty engagement with library resources. Category: campus news Subjects: university libraries; academic resources; library usage Confidence: 0.8 Title: Arant to Lead Discussion Summary: Dean Arant will lead a discussion on current topics, scheduled to take place on Sunday morning at the university. Category: campus news Subjects: university events; academic discussions; student forums Named Entities: Arant, Dean [university administrator] Confidence: 0.75 Title: Uninvited Guest Enters Fraser to Spend Night Summary: An uninvited individual entered Fraser Hall and remained overnight, prompting attention from university officials. Category: campus news Subjects: campus incidents; university security; student housing Confidence: 0.7 Title: Verna Ayres Selected President of Quack Club Summary: Verna Ayres has been selected as the new president of the Quack Club, a student organization at the university. Category: campus news Subjects: student organizations; club leadership; campus activities Named Entities: Ayres, Verna [student leader] Confidence: 0.8 Title: Quill Club Holding Tryouts Summary: The Quill Club is conducting tryouts for new members, seeking students interested in writing and literary activities. Category: campus news Subjects: student organizations; literary clubs; campus activities Confidence: 0.75 Title: Authorized Parties Summary: A listing of authorized parties and social events scheduled to take place at various fraternity and sorority houses. Category: informational content Subjects: university events; social gatherings; campus activities Confidence: 0.8 Title: [advertisements] Category: advertisements Confidence: 0.9 Note: Descriptive metadata for this item has been generated in part using AI (artificial intelligence) technologies and may be incomplete, misleading, or inaccurate. Please contact the Kenneth Spencer Research Library with specific questions or concerns.