THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
STUDY OF GERMAN IS BEING REVIVED
All Classes in the Department Show Increased Enrollment
INTEREST IS UNIVERSAL
Recent Action in Washington, D. C., Removes Last Ban Against Language
That the study of German is rapidly on the increase and that students are giving it more of their interest than at any time for many years, is the opinion of the instructors in the department of German. Contrary to the usual decrease found at the end of a first semester, when many students have groups completed, the second semester enrollment is in excess of the first, and shows in addition to higher rates at this last year. Intermediate and advanced classes as well as elementary increased. Some classes are doubled, while the study of "Faust" has increased by over sixty per cent.
Reasons for this are given that students are now coming to realization that German is an essential in their work, along both scientific and literary lines, that cannot be filled by other modern language courses, and that the war-time prejudice against German, which prevented many from continuing their courses, is fast disappearing.
"I this I can say," said Prof. H. C. Kruse. "The students of Germany now study coarsely and seriously. Before the war many were taking the course with me, but would as soon take one language as another. When the war came, these were the first to become 'ashamed' of their German. They are not the ones who are studying it now. The quality was better than it was a few years ago."
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"The point is," said Prof. H. C. Thurman, chairman of the department, "students are now able to take up their German with an interest that overcomes whatever there may be of prejudice against them and those interested, in works of literature, find German indispensable. Reports just received from other institutions indicate a slow but steady increase in the number of students taking German. Harvard, which has steadily refused to accept Spanish as a substitute for German for the A. B. degree, reports for the current year as many as seven hundred and thirty-five students beginning the student
Many prospective students with teacher's certificates in view, gave their German for "bread and butter" reasons, the instructor said.
"By an act of Congress of May 1919, German was reinstated, as an authorized subject, in the schools of Washington, D. C. There was no ban on German during the war in Boston, and they were allowed to large eastern private schools dropped German during the war. Numerous large cities in the East, and scattered ones in the West, have reintroduced German, among the number being New York, Providence, Princeton, Springfield, Amherst, and Dover. Massachusetts, Pitman, Newark, Minneapolis, Madison WI., Tacoma, Pasadena.
"At the present time," is aid Professor Thurman, "there is not a high school in Kansas in which German is taught. This is, doubtless, due to in part to the elimination of everything certain to the study of German from the official Course of Study for French." In a letter to Kansas, however, still gives the same recognition to high school credits in German as formerly.
COMMITTEE TO CUT EXPENSES
One Representative to be Sent to Junior Colleges
The sub-committee of the Committee of Advanced Standing Affiliation of Colleges and Examinations met yesterday to discuss matters of curriculums, policies and administration. The committee was unanimously of the opinion that because of the financial stringency, only one representative from the University should visit a college in accordance with accreditation such as by the University.
It is understood that this individual shall be one who has formerly had experience with work as accredited and inspector. Further it is understood that the action of the committee does not go beyond that of the present
The sub-compete which was appointed for the purpose of investigation the Junior Colleagues during the meeting of Council 20 to 29 is composed of Prof. E. B. Stouffer; Prof. W. D. Wavis; Prof. E. F. Encel; Prof. U. G. Mitchell; Prof. M. E. Rile and Dean R. A. Kent, chairman.
Psuedo Drunk Gets Shower and Giggles
Of course he never would have thought of it all by himself, but the "gang" coming home from drill the other night conceived the brilliant idea. He hoisted him over the rail of a sorority porch, and there he lay, motionless, dead or dead-drunk, to all appearances. The idea was to intoxicate screens for the entertainment of the follows behind the tree.
It all went very well for a few minutes. The sisters whispered excitedly in the doorway, but failed to scream. In fact, one of them giggled. The reason for the giggle was apparent in the next moment. "The "dead" one received a good dose of cold water from a bucket and retreated in haste. And worse than all that, the bright moonlight revealed a well known face, and the "sister" are solicitously inquiring for his health today.
SURVEY INDICATES DRY WEATHER NOW AT END
Meteorological Survey Indicate Past Month the Driest Period in Eleven Years
According to the reports of 124 Weather Bureau stations in the latest bulletin of the Meteorological Survey, the month of January was the last of the driest four-month period in eleven years, in Kansas. The weather data is unusual and there was about the normal amount of sunshine. The highest thermometer readings was 72 degrees, Jan. 2, at Atwood, and the lowest was 7 below zero, Jan. 30, at St. Francis. Neither of these extremes are considered unusual for the climate of the common in the month of January.
The fall of moisture over nearly all of the western half of the state did no good whatever to the soil which has been drying out for the three previous months. The eastern part was better favored, getting as much as one inch of rain in many places. The average precipitation for the entire state is shown above and sheet, was 41 of an inch, which is scarcely half the normal.
Wheat was greatly in need of moisture when the month began, especially in the important producing counties of the central and western sections, but the cold weather hold it dormant and its deterioration was less severe. At the end of the month it was in very poor condition except in the eastern half of the state, where it is reported as "doing well."
ULSTER ARMY MOVES AGAINST EXTREMISTS
Five Thousand Men on First Line Defense in South Ireland Frontier
Belfast, Feb. 3.—An Ulster army five thousand strong, composed of police and troops has moved to the frontier separating the northern province from south Ireland, following attacks from Sinn Féin extremists against thirteen Ulster towns and kidnapping of two hundred Unionist.
A first line of defense has been stung out along the border and Ulster rendered practically impregnable against attack.
Release of the Ulster captives kid napped yesterday was expected to follow the maneuver on the part of the Unionists. The British government has ordered General McLeady to send troops to guard the frontier should the Ulster government request them.
Unionists who were kidnapped from Siligo have been released, it was announced. While the disorder along the border between Ulster and the south seemed to have died down today, the fear of armed Ulster volunteers strragging back kept officials and police on edge.
Record Crowd Will Hear Musical Concert at Bowersock
GLEE CLUBS SING TONIGHT
Everything is in final readiness for the big musical concert to be put on tonight at the Bowersock theatre, according to the coaches and managers. The last reports from the box-office indicate that a record crowd will hear new undertakings of an externaliment by University organizations.
No effort has been spared to make it the best performance that has ever been given by students. Final rehearsals were held Wednesday evening and were most satisfactory, according to the report of Dean Butler and Miss Rena Lazelle, director of women and women's club clubs respectively.
Mrs. J, T. Barrons and daughter, Katherine, of Kansas City, Mo., arrived this morning to visit Mary Rose and attend the concert of the Glee Clubs.
The curtain will rise at 8 o'clock harp. The production will consist of three acts.
Prof. C. M. Young of the department of mining and engineering will be in Topka tomorrow in regard to his department this department is doing for the state.
Sigma Delta Sigma, pharmaceutical fraternity, announces the pledging of the following: Chauney L. Barnes, ph'24; Preston R. Craft, ph'25; Harold E. Reck, ph'25; Rodney M. Marshall, ph'24.
J. J. Weber, professor of education,
has gone to Columbia University
to complete his final examinations
for his doctor's degree.
Because Spooner Library is crowded for space, some of the books that are called for only once in a white, shiny surface are placed in stacks in the basement.
Floyd Firebaugh, a former student of K. S. A. C., has enrolled in the Uni versity for the coming semester.
Mary Atkinson, fs, returned last night to her home in Lawrence, after a month's visit with her sister, Mrs. Vance Day, of Pontiac, Mich.
By The Way
Agnes Smith, c24, is attending classes again after several days illness.
Pauline Van Eman, of Kansas City, Mo., will be the week-end guest of Betty Tenney, c24.
W. Y. Morgan of Topka, who has been in Lawrence this week looking over the plans for the new Phi Gami Delta house, last night.
Mr. Lawrence E. Wood left yesterday for Manhattan, Kansas, where he will attend the Kansas State Agricultural College.
Hazel L. Kirkpatrick, c'24, spent Saturday in Kansas City, Mo.
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Frank Bridge, c'25, spent the week end at his home in Kansas City, Mo.
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FIRST SHOWING Pongee Underwear
When down town tomorrow or Saturday be sure to drop into the store and see this first showing of Pongee Underwear and Blouses. To be more popular than ever before.
True Watches
Dunn Gold Pens
Eversharp Gold Pencils
Cigarette Cases
Cigarette Holders
Jewelry With Fraternity Custs
Diamond Rings
Oynx
Pearls
Earrings
Moss Bags
Brilliant Bars
Dolay Jewelry
Founders' Day will be observed at the Sigma Phi Sigma House next Saturday, Feb. 11.
Ye Shop of Fine Quality
Mr. Robert Osborne of Wichita spent visited his daughter, Mary Osborne, c23, yesterday.
L. L. Phillips of Los Angeles is speeding the week in Lawrence to aid in the furthering of plans for the construction of the airport, which is to be started in the spring
Gene Martin, a former student of the University, is manager of the Rhyan Clothing Co. of Garden City.
PONGEE BLOUSES
Pongee Camisoles, each ... $2.00
Pongee Bloomers, each ... $3.50
Pongee Teddys, each ... $3.95 and $4.95
Pongee Gowns, each ... $5.00 and $6.50
Pongee Pajamas, each ... $10.95
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Today
Taken from "The Octopus" by Charles Belmont Davis
Varsity Theatre
THOS. H. INCE
Adults 33c
Production
MOTHER O' MINE
Only
HAROLD LLOYD
GET OUT AND GET UNDER
Do you believe in Capital punishment
Children 10c
FRIDAY AND SATURDAY
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ANITA STEWART
in
HER MAD BARGAIN
A Comedy
in
WM. S. HART
"WHITE OAK"
Violet Volker, c24, withdrew from her class and returned to her home in Stafford, Kan., Monday.
Pathe News
Mr. Charles Doekhorn and Mr. Lahnoe Euller from Washburn will be week end guests in Lawrence.
A motion picture show will be given this afternoon at 4:30 in the chemistry lecture room under the auspices of the department of mining engineering. The picture will be of the coal industry of southern Illinois, showing the new electrical and mechanical devices used in mining coal.
F. B. McCOLLOCH, Druggist Eastman Kodaks
L. E. Waterman and Conklin Fountain Pens
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$25. to $45.
We have just received 150 new Spring Suits, new patterns, new shades, and new models, from
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New spring shirts and hosiery
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Let your Valentine be Flowers
Prices will not be raised on this occasion so order your flowers at
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Varsity Dance!
F. A.U.Hall
SATURDAY NIGHT Feb.11,1922
Saunders-Lucas 4-Piece Orchestra