PAGE TWO THURSDAY, DECEMBER 2, 1996 THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN Official Student Paper of THE UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS Lawrence, Kansas University Daily Kansan Editorial Staff Invoice-Editor Annecke Editor Campanella Editor Campanella Editor Russell Witcherford Night Editor Frank Virtiary Tilgham Editor Tilgham Editor John Snares Almauz Editor Almauz Editor Marvine Rousselier Business Staff Advertising Manager... Currance K. Mundle Anti Advertising Merg... W. Morgan Cope Anti Advertising Merg... John R. Munnell Anti Advertising Merg... Alice Van Meeuwen Celebration Merg... Alice Van Meeuwen George Alden Nathie Muller Nathan McGuire Gladys Filton Mary Keanor Filin Mary Kearney Filin G. Hankins Business Office Department News Room K, 11, 64 K, 11, 32 Published in the afternoon, five times a week and on Sunday morning by students in the Department of Journalism of the University of Chicago, three times a week by the Department of Journalism. bishop of Belfast. Entered as second级 mail master September 17, 1916, at the post office at Lawrence Kansas, under the act of March 3, 1917. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 2.1926 CAN'T WE TRY THE HONOR SYSTEM? Of the forty state universities in the United States, some sixteen observe the honor system either throughout the school or in certain departments. Two state universities which formerly used the system were forced to abolish it for lack of student cooperation. At a general forum last night, a group of approximately forty Kansas students agreed that it is doubtful whether this University could make successful use of the system, at least in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. What then, as William Allen White might ask, is the matter with Kansas? Or, should the question be put, what's the matter with the honor system? Is the University so lacking in moral stamina as to render the adoption of such a system impossible, or does the fault lie in the lack of an adequate plan? In our School of Law where the plan is in operation, it is working and working effectively; so effectively, in fact, that law students say that they find far less cheating in examinations than they saw in the College. It is hardy probable that a student acquires more strength of character through association with members of one school than with those of another. What happens is that the pressure of public opinion is more readily brought to bear in a small, closely-knit group than in a large one. With this great pressure constantly threatening him, the student is far less likely to chest. The truth is, the honor system, in its fullest sense, has never been adequately tried in the College. What it needs is a through trial. Then if it does not work satisfactorily, once and for all an end should be put to the controversy. Let us either adopt the honor system or forget it entirely. PROHIBITION While the W. C, T. U, was attempting to prevent a debate of the liquor question in interdisciplinary debates and student forums, because it would "poison the minds of the students," some of these same innocent students, freshmen in the University of Chicago to be exact, gathered at a weekly forum to voice opinions on prohibition. With almost Mark Twain-like truth did one speaker at this forum say that "it is necessary to drink to be collegiate. In fact, it has become缺累 to university students who wish to be above that type of "collegiateness" to be branded as members of that group. One speaker is reported to have declared that "nine out of 10 young people drink," while another asserted that "only one of 10 young people use liquor." Aside from this single case of naivete the forum displayed about the usual class of biased thinking to which college intelligensia resort so deplorably often. No doubt each spoke within the realm of his own knowledge, or more likely, his imagination. Thus the "forum" begins with half truths and ends with divided truths—a rather keen reflection of the average collegiate mind, is it not? PRESIDENTIAL POTATOES It is slightly encouraging, however, that the freshmen are active in discussion. And though it is doublefault, it may be hoped that despite the shallow knowledge and thought displayed in the forums a few individuals may be aroused to more active individual thought and use of definite knowledge in the future. Potatoes "grown on the Cokeidge farm" are being advertised for sale in New York newspapers at $8 a pack. -82.55 higher than the market quotation. Rave potatoes, those—of royal blood, perhaps, or of some magic quality. What a man potato from this farm have made of Collidge? The stuff of which our president is made! No wonder that the price is high or that the demand is great. "A thrill for your dinner guests," the advertisement reads. "Baked potatoes grown on the farm of Calvin Collidge's boyhood." Yes, who would not be thrilled? The next flat, no doubt, among New York's "600" will be to give us favors of the skin of a baked Coolidge potato Or perhaps the eyes may be plucked out and sold for seed at some enormous price. Then next year's adventures will be: "Potatoes—decendants of the late Hon. Mr. Potato grown on the Cooidge farm." Wonder if Queen Marie couldn't raise something else besides a run-ins. At The Theater By Dorothy Taylor Rose Marie, Arthur Hammond's musical comedy, which played at the Powerwheel last night, gave the audience a "situation." To the more acrobatic ant surprise, a sit rented above the ordinary one might road show; to of mental exertion it was "but little" Sleender, almost skimy, but very unpolar, grateful in an untamed sort of way, Hazel Gaudreau, as Wandia was the most colorful spot in the show. Hire "Tom Tatum Tom" dance, with the oddities in steps and costumes of her chorus, made that ensemble the most effective of the production. Indeed, the chorus was at the number as the costumes contained were not fully realized, the steps did not require grace, and the visored headgear minutely covered the faces. The moderately good stage voice which Bedul Broson as Rose Marri possessed compensated somewhat for the fact that she could not dance. Jim Kenyon, the hero, worried oneyes by his periodic spasms and other vallant attempts at singing, romantic early morning ending prea enough of a thrill to outweigh the defences of these leading characters. Lady Jane and Hard-Bolted Her man, the comedy leads, put their stuart acces to the audiences without be coming boring too often. Lovely rose-sulvered curtains, black velvet hangings and the transparent black drop made a pleasing contrast to the much memorized Bowersack curtain. The staging tee was above her head, where she danced Kansas. The closing scene was effective because of its novelty and thanks to the customary hurried exit of a Lawrence audience, this effect was not ruined by a finale. Probably it was considered futile to drag in the curtains, but she did. No more need be said of the chorus that than there was a dearth of both dancing ability and beauty. "Rose Marie," the key song of the production, failed pathetically to make a hit when sung by the male lead, but with its variations by other members of the cast and the chorus it was revived somewhat. "Indian Love Call" seemed to be the real song hit of the comedy. The audience which filled the auditorium of central Administration building last night was delighted with the beauty and buoyancy of the compositions which Carl A. Preyer presented. His work did not seem compulsive, but he managed to write which mark them as some of the most valuable contributions of modern writers. The seeming simplicity was due to the complete understanding that the pianist had of his own music. The whole reed seemed to be ar At the Concert BY JOHN SNIVELY Dr. Curt Rosenow of the psychology department will talk to the Sociology club this evening at 7:30 in Westminster hall, on "Psychology and Its Relation to Sociology." The doctrines of free will and determinism will be dealt with from the standpoint of individual responsibility. OFFICIAL UNIVERSITY BULLETIN SOCIOTOLOGY CLUB There will be a meeting of the Architectural Society this evening at 7:30 in Marvel hall. Initiation ceremonies will be held, ARCHITECTURAL SOCIETY: CLARENCE O. SENIOR. President. HORACE H. WATKINS, President. There will be an A. I. E. E. meeting this evening at 7:00 in Marvin Hall auditorium. This meeting is especially important for underclassmen. A. I. E. E.; KAPPA CHAPTER OF PHI DELTA KAPPA: KAPPA CHAPTER OF PHI DELTA KAPPA: The Kapna chapter of Phi Delta Kapna will meet in room 403, Watson Library. Personal Christmas Greeting Cards Fine Correspondence Stationery Bohemian Spiral Glass It is hoped that Mr. Prover will not remain so long in the background as he has in the past, and will appear more often. Bullock Printing Co. Bowersock Theater Bldg. Bud Vases Perfumes Water Set Candy Jars $7.50 to $3.00 The "Senata in G Major" was a fitting climax of the program. The interest was as much directed toward the pianist as to Mr. Gellrich. The latter, however, proved adequate support for the brilliant and timeful music. The audience was loath to go after the instrument and told the composer back several times. Christmas Suggestions Louis XIV Jewelled Gifts (Gold Plated) Candle Sticks Perfume Bottles Atomizers Jewel Boxes Powder Boxes Clocks, etc. $3.75 lb $12.50 The rippling laugh could well be imagined in the Ramonese in Seconds and Fifths. The "Prelude in C Major" was well organized in chords. The Serrande and the Maxxé were both lovely mediative numbers. "The Hunting Song," revealed Mr. Preeyer's ability in song writing more than Mr. Downing's ability to sing it with no sooner an appreciation. On Other Hills expression of joy. Even in the mediatic numberes, such as the "Anandite Con Variazione," and the anandite in the movement of "Sonata in C Sharp Minor," there was buoyancy and life. In the "Anandite" Preymer used all the resources of the piano in the expression of the beautiful theme. The Sonata revealed a modern development from the old orthodox form. Its charm did not make length noticeable. The Anandite and the Intervaxex did so with delight. The latter was a grey melodic rhythm. The cover, "A Song Without Words," was just what its title suggests. In the days before 1885, students voxposed Piti Beta Kapeks keys but them to a different use than do those of the present day. The keys were then used for winding watches and for opening the door to which its utility. Watches were an essential article if the full enjoyment of the award was to be had. "I believe young people today are generally unhappy," recently said Mrs. Lucy Franklin, dean of women at Boston University. "They seem pleasure sent, they seem to be socially and sometimes morally plunging, when, in reality, they are trying to rid themselves of being bored." Approximately seventeen thousand follars in pledges and cash payments were issued by the campaign received in a campaign conducted recently at the University of Oklahoma. Severe penalty will be given to women students who break house rules at Ohio State University. The penalties include the taking away of week passes, midweeks, and similar pleasures which the out-of town students enjoy. A complimentary ticket to the var- ity ball is within the range of any student with a novel idea for a poet- er presentation, ideal at the University of Washington. Store No. 1401 Ohio The Kansas City, Kaw Valley & Western Ry. Co. (Harry C. Johns, Receiver) Store No. 2 1237 Oread THE ELECTRIC WAY One way fore between Lawrence and Kansas City (City Park) Kan- Round trip fare between Lawrence and Kansas City (City Park) Kansas City, MO. Return service good for 30 days. Why pay more? Ice water to drink When you are tired from work most study days, why not take a ride through the campus? You can visit places of America. You will find your studies much easier when you return. E. J, O'BRIEN, Traffic Manager 511 New Jersey Ave. Kansas City, Kansas When Planning Christmas Cards Student Special Leaves leavenworth for Lawrence 7 p. m. every Sunday Week-ends We have many new and exclusive designs at prices to suit everybody. Enjoy the satisfaction of traveling economically and conveniently. Luxurious, modern coaches every forty-five minutes for Round Trip Kansas City, $1.80 Toppea, $1.15 University Book Store Harl H. 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