THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
VOL. XXIV
Committee Talks to Chancellor on Need for Theater
UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS, LAWRENCE, KANSAS, THURSDAY, MAY 5, 1927
Fraser Hall Auditorium I Only Campus Location Which Can Be Remodeled
That a little theater is needed by the department of speech and dramatic art was a question discusser with Chancellor Lindley yesterday afternoon, May 4, at 2:30 by a committee of four students of the University representing the National Collegiate Players, the Kansas Players and the University Dramatic Club. The committee was composed of Jack N. Myers, undel'l member of the Dramatic Club and the Kansas Parkers; Allen C. Raup, undel'l member J. Parkers; Allen C. Raup, undel'l member J. Parkers; J. Barrows, c28 members of the Dramatic Club.
The decision to send the committee to confer with Chancellor Lindley had been made by the Dramatic Club after discussion in the club had shown the definite need of a little theater in which plays could be given by students of the department of dramatics. Myers, chairman of the committee, says, "Students of drama at the University are required to take no place in which to give plays, rehearse, or practice stage setting." Allen Craft, professor in the department of speech and dramatic art says, "I keenly feel the need of some theater on the campus for the sole use of the department of speech and dramatic art. There is sufficient space available in the classroom, but there is no place to practice the giving of plays and stage settings."
Four Possible Locations
In the conference with Chancellor Lindley five courses for the establishment of a little theater were discussed, including building, the common building as soon as it is vacated, the theater in the basement of Spencer-Thayer museum, the auditorium in Francescus and entirely new and separate building.
Spooner Stage Used
No.172
The placing of the little theater in the new Union building would necessitate the installation of a demountable and removable stage; according to Professor Crafton this would be very unsatisfactory, and would only partially fulfill the purpose, because it would place only part of the time, it would require moving every time rehearsal was held. Professor Crafton, in regard to the planking of a stage in the commons, said, "To place a stage in that building must be made to be raised and scissed installed. This would be only a last resort."
Crafton further adds, concerning the basement of Spooner-Thayer museum that, "it is practically impossible; it is extremely small, it is needed for exhibits, there is a concrete column directly in front of the stage, and there is insufficient height to the stage to permit the giving of any play requiring extensive access." According to Munnis S. Moore, curator of the Thayer museum, stage is needed by the museum as a workroom, and a display of Indian goods will shortly fill up the floor space.
Dramatic Club to Pay Cost
The committee decided that the only available practical place would be the auditorium in Al Hole, AL. Al Al would normally accord to Myers it would serve excellently as soon as the organ is removed. There is sufficient height and width, although, according to Professor Crafton, the stage is not deep enough to permit a stage set up. The stage would have a dimension of 60 by 30 feet. Parker says, "This is, in my mind, almost the ideal place for the theater. There would not be much expense connected with this, and there is a possibility of about eight hundred now."
It is estimated, according to Myers, that the remodeling of the stage in Fraser hall would cost approximately $150,000. In position to furnish this, he adds.
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The probabilities of the construction of a separate building for this was discussed; according to the committee, the only way in which this could please philanthropist to donate to the University a sum sufficient for this purpose.
The "big sister" movement at Idaho University is Meeting with success.
Pet Water Moccasin Creates Small Panic Among Swimmers Who Are Enjoying Potter Lake
The appearance of a man carrying a live snake wrapped around his arm caused a small panic among the frequenters of Potter lake one afternoon not long ago. The bravest of the swimmers climbed out of the water to tease the reptile and the man had no choice but charge for him and while he went into the water after another large water moosecain.
Being unsuccessful in his attempt
ae started back over the hill toward
the museum nonchallantly carrying
his "pet," followed at a discreet distance
by a Kansan reporter plying
him with questions.
"Most snakes in this country won't hurt you," he replied to one question. "Of course, there is the rattler to be reckoned with but most snakes will meet a person half way. If you want to pick up a snake try doing it gently and he in turn will treat you gently." He illustrated his snakes by beat them along and picking it up as if it were a crate of eggs. The snake made no negative sign, so we inferred that he liked the treatment.
van Roberts Re-elected President of Glee Club
"The trouble with most folks and snakes is that when the average person sees a snake he either gets scared
The election of officers of the Men's Glee Club which was scheduled to have been held while the club was on its trip to Independence, Mo., has resumed its regular activities May 9. The election will follow a short concert given at a meeting of the Rotary Club in the Commons. One officer, the president of the club, was elected Sunday evening. Evening 1729, he was re-elected to this position.
Nominies for the other offices are business manager; Upton McGill, buss, L. B. A. Mears, buss, 28. Ernest Roberts, uncl, c. and C. E. Terrecy, c. Brown, J. K. Seltman, c. Brown, I20, H. B. Pigman, c.28, and K. Seltman, c.30.
W. A. A. Holds Initiation
Amendments to Constitution Are Made at Meeting
At a meeting of the Women's Athletic Association yesterday afternoon the following new members were initiated: Doris Moresey, Hila Church, Elizabeth Sherbon, Alice Sherbon and Charlotte Harper.
The constitution was 'amended to provide that W. A. A. points will no longer be awarded for participation in the water carnival, as they have heretofore. It also provided for the point system in regard to oaths.
Announcement was made that the "Jayhawk Sport Girl", a publication of the W. A. A., was ready for distribution at the annual banquet today. It contains accounts of all the activities of the W. A. A. for the past year, and is a common item in the banquet room. They were completed for the W. A. A. an banquet in the Thimble Theater tea room tonight at 6 o'clock, when awards in the form of sweaters and letters will be given to the women having the required number of points. The new board also will be installed at the banquet. The next regular meeting which will be held on the new board will be held way 18.
Mother of Miss V. Lear Dies Early This Morning
Mrs. M, W. Callahan, mother of Veta Lear, secretary in the College office, died this morning at 5 o'clock at her home at 725 Ohio Street. Mrs. Callahan has been ill for some time. Interment will be either Saturday afternoon or Sunday. Mrs. Callahan is survived by her husband, Mr. M. Callahan, his wife, Ms. Callahan, Veta Lear and Mrs. Glen Redding, of Belle Plains, Mo., and five step-daughters. Mrs. Redding will arrive tonight or in the morning.
Swarthout Goes to Salina
Dean M. Swertworth left today for Sutina where he will be a judge in the central Kanaas musical contest and tournament to be held to benefit the Kanaas conductor for the glee club concert. He will return Saturday morning.
or mad and consequently gets a similar reaction from the snake. The man goes for the snake and the snake defends himself in the only way he knows how—with his fangs. The result is a misunderstanding on the part of people in regard to the reptiles.
"I work up here in the museum and handled snakes all of my life and I have yet to be harmed by one. Every snake which I have treated like human beings must be disposed of. They don't have an bad disposition on the whole as some people I know."
"Don't you want to touch him? His skin is as soft as silvet? No. Well, he'll be in alcohol in a few days and behind a glass case. Then perhaps you'll like him better. Although you won't not fear him any more now then."
During the talk the reporter had gotten bother and before he realized it he was close enough to the snake to touch it.
"The one we were hunting this afternoon is friskey and I'll have to have some help catching him. Come around tomorrow and I will show you how harmless even the big boys can be."
Group of Paintings by Victor Charreton to Be on Exhibition
Collection of French Landscape Impressions to Be Shown This Month
The new collection of paintings which will be brought to the University by the department of painting is expected any day. The pictures are a gift from the artist, French impressionist, and will be mostly French landscapes from the district of Avoyergnat. This is the native district of the artist and he does much of his painting there, but out twenty pictures in the collection.
Professor Bloch, head of the department of painting, said of him, "His work is chiefly distinguished by its bright color and its pure, clear, transparent color."
Disolav Remains Until Finals
The collection is to be placed in the same rooms that the former exhibits have appeared in, namely rooms 301 and 303 of central Administration building. Professor Bloch said that the paintings would be put on the wall as soon as they arrived and the public would be notified through the usual channel of communication by the beginning of the final examinations and will be open to the public daily from 9 to 5 except Sundays and holidays.
This is the first time any work by this painter has been shown west of the Mississippi river. It was by special arrangements through Monsieur Charreutel's agents in the capital, and decorated by the department for the final exhibition during the remaining few weeks of the term. The artist has received medals and honorable mention in official exhibitions of the Paris Salon and his works. He also has His work, manner, and the whole point of view expressed is thoroughly French. Gay, joyous and at the same time restrained with here and there just a hint of somber. "In short, he has something of the note of the man who lived at a tranquil and serene attitude," Professor Bloch said.
A "Freshman Week" program designed to acquaint the new college is being contemplated by Ohio State University.
The Metropolitan collection which was just taken off the walls a few days ago was especially successful. It was opened two Sundays and many times a week to give students an opportunity. Study clubs from Topeka and troops of school children came in groups to see the pictures. It is not exactly certain when the new collection will arrive but it is likely that they will be here within the next few days.
Last Exhibit Successful
Regular pay roll is open for signature and must be signed by May 14.—Karl Kloos.
Governments May Help Agriculture, Declares Burnell
salvation of Farmers Lies in Co-operation, Says President of Wheat Pool
Kansas City, May 5.—The salvation of farmers today lies in co-operation, Canadian delegates declared in addressing the International Wheat Council, which said "Governments can help agriculture," said C. H. Burrell, president of the Manitoba Wheat pool, "but in the last analysis the farmer must attend to his own business. He grows the grain. He should finish the job."
Co-operative marketing, the modern way, referred to by Burnell, has proved the salvation of the Saskatchewan farmers in the opinion of the Honorable J. G. Gardiner, preacher of that Canadian province.
"The wheat pool farmer of Sasakatewan today is asking no one to carry his risk." Grettner said. "He wants us to do it." Co-operative marketing,
Initial efforts at co-operative wheat pooling were futile in Swakatchewan, Premier Gardiner asserted. He gave credit to Aaron Sapiro for bringing the wheat pool to the present stage of efficiency. To insure stability payments were made in the fall, to cover operations and winter costs; and in the spring to carry through seeding. The payment is made before harvest and the final payment directly afterwards.
"The method of payment under the wheat pool system relieves the necessity for extended credit, a procedure for former system force" adherence.
The premier gave Aaron Sapir credit for bringing the wheat pools to their present stage of development.
Journalists Are Guests
Kansan Board Is Given Banquet at Thimble Theater
Programs were in the form of miniature newspapers, the streamer headlines of which read, "Editors are without sense." The entire first page was devoted to wrist cracks at the various members of the board.
The annual Kansan board banquet given by the business staff for the editorial board took place at the Grand Theater tea room last night at 6.
Besides the present board members and former members, the guests at the banquet were Prof. and Mrs. L. R. O'Connor, Prof. and Mrs. Proft, and Ivan Ison McRae, Mr. G, M. Pennock, Mrs. Guy Gravez, Prof. and Mrs. W. A. Dill, Mr. J. J. Klister, Mr. and Mrs. A. J., George Church and R. O. Baker,
Five members were elected to the Kansan staff at the regular meeting of the board yesterday afternoon, May 4. They are campus editor, Alice Gaskill, c28;教聘 editor, Helen Tatum, uncle; plain take editions editor, Elizabeth Cox; exchange editor, Ernest Johnston, c28; alumii editor, Robert Mine, c28.
Those members of the mythical staff giving toasts were Guy Graves, c'27, associate editor; John Sparks, c'28, new editor; Russell Winter-botham, c'25, sports editor; Gladys Flison, c'27, society editor; Alice Van Meenel, A. B. 27; Eldon Rynerson, c'27, advertising manager. Prof. L. N.Flint, host; Mike Cohen did some burry up editing of the tip sheet and toast-master Porter thereupon announced the "death of the party."
The entertainment consisted of a series of humorous turtles listed as "Tip Sheet," with Pau Porter, "editor-in-chief" to toumaster.
Kansan Board Elects and Decides Quiz Week Issues
The board also decided what issues of the University Daily Kansas would be published during examination week. The regular issues will come out on Wednesday, May 25, and on Thursday, the first day of exams. A report by reporting classes Sunday, May 29, and Tuesday, May 31.
Read the Kansun want-ads.
According to Questionnaires.
Former Athletes Feel Varsity
Letter to Be Key to Success
Despite the fact that many consider the college athlete to be losing valuable time from school and despite the ruling that he may not be in politics, his varsity activities on his school's teams repay him in future years. A recent census of 1,125 students at Penn State revealed significant statistics. A cross section of the lives of a past generation of athletes was taken.
Some 4,250 questionnaires were sent out and 1,125 filled these out. This was considered a representative sample, but it is important that cent returns is considered highly satisfactory in this type of tests. The questionnaires asked him to state his age, whether married, number of children living with him, who was the owner of an automobile and of what make, his annual income, business or profession and in what capacity he was employed, games in which he actually participated at
The questionnaire was sent to the oldest and youngest of past athletic heroes, who those competed far back in the early days of intercollegiate athletics more than a quarter of a century ago, as well as those of last
The department of home economics, co-operating with the women of Lawrence are observing this week as an annual event. The chairman of the Better Homes committee of Lawrence, and Professor Elizabeth Sprague, head of the department of home economies, have planned exhibitions and special work for
Lawrence Observes Better Homes Week With Special Exhibits
An open house and exhibit was held in the home economies department Monday afternoon, May 3 from 1:30 to 5. The exhibit was composed of charts, and other demonstrative materials that was made in the various classes.
Some Economics Department Is Co-operating With City in Dearborn
In the program given Dr. Florence Sherborn's class in home nursing showed sickroom methods and the use of an equipment which may be used in the home.
in Programs
Methods of weaving and the testing of fibers was shown by the textile classes under the supervision of the instructor, Rudolf Neyquard and Professor Vibla Anderson.
Folio showing the furnishing of houses for various amounts were prepared by Professor Meguinar's class in home decoration. Professor Sprague's class displayed charts concerned with budgeting and financing homes. Many visitors saw the exhibits.
During the remainder of the week the classes in home decoration and home architecture are to prepare plains showing the suggestions for the reconditioning and redecorating of an old house in Lawrence. The house chosen for the work will be announced to the public later.
The Better Homes Week is national in scope. However, the department of home economics postponed the observation a week in order to co-operate with the city committee for Better Homes Week.
AUTHORIZED PARTIES
Friday,
Pi Beta Phi, F. A. U. hall, i
a. m.
AUTHORIZED PARTIES
Friday, May 6, 1927
Phi Mu Alpha, house, 12 p. m.
Phi Chi, house, 1 a. m.
Phi Kappa, Country Club, 1 a. m.
Sigma Kappa, house, 1 a. m.
Eta Sigma Phi, 120 West 13th
12 n. m.
Saturday, May 7, 1927
Phi Gamma Delta, house, 12
p. m.
Saturday. May 7, 1927
Chaplain Edward's Club, Country Club, 12 p. m.
Chi Delta Sigma, house, 12 p. m.
Senior Cake Walk and Varsity, F. A. U. hall, 12 p.m.
Sunday, May 8, 1927
Sigma Nu, Brown's Grove,
9:30 p.m.
Cosmopolitan Club, hike, 10:00 p.m.
p. m.
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year's senior class. A test made on such a broad scope was regarded as authentic.
Of the 1,125 Conference athletes answering the questionnaire, 622 reported that they own their own homes, or 55.2 per cent, which probably in most cases does not include the married men.
of the 879 married men who replied, 675 are fathers of 1404 children, of an average of 2.08 children for each married man. Using the total of 1,125 and counting those unmarried as well, the average of 2.13 children per alumni comparison showed 1.01 children for each male alumnus.
The annual income of these 1,125 college athletics offers quite a surprising average of $7,278, a figure which is higher by nearly $2,000 than commonly attained by the college alumni. The average number common in the questionnaire returned; "comfortably over $10,000," "$10,000 plus" "sufficient to send my two boys to college and to own my own home and two automobiles," and many similar replies, all coming from the same source, which clearly warrant such statements.
At the same time that the explosions rocked most of the buildings on the Hill yesterday, the concussion from the shot broke a large section out of one of the windows in the cottage. No casualties resulted, however.
Although only blank ammunition was used in firing the 155 mm, gun in the R. O. T. C. inspection yesterday, Robinson gymnastium suffered a direct hit as a result of the target practice at the west end of Powder
R. O. T. C. Artillery Fire Breaks Window in Gym
The blank ammunition used was approximately one sixth that which would be used in combat, and was so small that it caused the recoil mechanism of the gun.
Geltch Plays at Columbia
Kansas Violin Professor Gives Exchange Recital
Prof. Waldemer Gelch, accompanied by Dean D. M. Swarthout, gave a violin recital at the University of Missouri Monday evening, in which he exchanged recital, Rogers Whitmore, University of Missouri violinist, having appeared here several weeks ago. After the recital Professor Gelch got the students' guests at a reception given by the members of Phi Mu Alpha. According to Professor Gelch, he and Dean Swarthout were much delighted by the cordial reception given them by the university faculty.
Three Women Nominated to Be Honorary Colone
Nominations have been made for honorary colonel of the R. O. T. C. and the election will be held soon. The women nominated to the office were: Elizabeth Ball, uncle; Vedma Murray, fa'28; Helen Tatum, uncle. Elections for this office are held each year in the spring and the year following the summer, the following year, the term of office is for one school year, Marjorie Stuffer, c'27, was the honorary colonel for the year 1926-1927.
Morrow Buy Blue Mound Paper
Harry Morrow, A. B., 25, has purchased the Blue Mound Sun and is taking over the management of the paper this week. Mr. Morrow came to the University from the vicinity of Blue Mound and when the oppor-
tunity presented him, Sun he decided to go into business for himself in his home community. For the past two years Mr. Morrow has been sports and city editor of the Journal-World.
Wilcox Gives Illustrated Lecture
An illustrated lecture on the Greek and Roman exhibit in the classical museum was given by Prof. A. M. Wilcox, of the Greek department, this morning at 11:30.
Nine thousand women are at present enrolled in British universities.
Benefit Program for Flood Relief to Be on May 12
Larremore and McCanes
Proffer Services of
Men's Glee Club
and Band
Kansan to Help
Many questions have recently been raised on the campus, as to why the University has lagged behind the rest of the country in helping provide for the flood sufferers, that have been struck by the worst disaster that has ever hit the region. The Kansan, with the help of other organizations on the Hill, is responding to this challenge, according to Gladys Filson, editor-in-chief, Plans for a campaign for flood-relief funds have been in . . . 4, according to Filson. Every organization approached, has offered its assistance willingly.
"A benefit program is being arranged by members of the Kanann editorial staff." Miss Filson said. A tentative date for Thursday, May 13, has been set. Prof. T. A. Larewormy, Prof. J. C. McCanley, director of the band, were the first to offer the services of their organizations.
Prof. Allen Crafton agreed to present a one-act play or sketch by the musical Miss Agnes Husband has promised the Women's Glee Club for an mmy musical musical are as desired. The Kearney-Frederickis orchestra (4-
"We have as yet had no report from Tau Sigma or the Coompton Club." Miss Filion said, "but we are working on it, and the most talented members of both of these organizations. It is also hoped that the manager of the Orpheum theater will be able to direct our program will have to be given in Robinson gymnasium."
Fifty Cents Is Admission
The Kaman is elated over the success of its plana thus far, according to Miss Filson. "We cannot hope to make a success of this venture with our organization and every student at the University," she said.
It is hoped that every entertainment next week, including the varsity dance, will donate a part of its proceeds to relief fund, according to Miss Fellon.
"Tickets for the benefit program will be sold for 50 cents," she said, "and every student who is a true citizen of the United States should buy one, whether he intends to attend the program or not, although the program itself is promised to be well worth the price of admission."
Dates Barred at Party Episcopal Students Will Hold Spring Party Saturday
A college party at which there will be no dates is planned for Saturday evening by the Chaplain Edward's students of the Episcopal church will meet at Trinity chapel at 8:30 and go out to the Country Club in a body where the party will be held. Trumps will receive a charge by members of the club.
An informal dance at the chapel while the group is gathering will precede the main party.
Bridge tables will be provided for those who do not care to dance or who desire a diversion. Special team members, including man's tar dance and an elimination dance. Pennell's orchestra will furnish the music according to the committee composed of Archaith Olianc (C23), Dillon (C24), B. R. Osborne, m^30.
the chaperones for the evening will be Prof. W, W. Davis and Mrs. Gertrude Pearson, honorary member of the faculty. W, L. Hakayi, Phi Chi housemother.
Delegates Chosen For Convention
At the province convention of
Kappa Kappa Gamma in Lincoln,
Nebraska, the university will be
Kansas University will be represented by
Miss Helen Renz, Official delegate,
and Miss Katherine Siley and Misa
Josephine Allen, visitors. Other
universities from which representatives
will be sent are the University of
Nebraska, University of Iowa, University
of Nebraska, K. S. A. C., and Drake
University.