THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
SPEAKS ON PROBLEMS OF PUBLIC UTILITIES
J. 1. Skinner Address K. U Branch of Institute of Electrical Engineers
J. T. Skinner of the Lawrence Power Company was the speaker at a meeting of the University Branch of the American Institute of Electrical Engineers held in Marvin Hill Wednesday evening. Mr. Skinner's subject was the "Financing of Public Utilities."
First, Mr. Skinner gave a brief sketch of the history of public utilities, showing that they are of comparatively recent origin. He described in detail the early beginning of the street railway in Lawrence, telling how it started in 1893, and the oils of finance it drew at first, before it was later consolidated with companies in some other Kansas towns.
In describing a number of the difficulties that public utilities have, Mr. Skinner showed how it is hard for the companies to obtain funds for the maintenance of their property. The great trouble has been that the companies grow so fast that it takes all of their revenue to purchase branches to their properties. The rates have many times been kept by down in order to secure funds enough to extend their systems and at the same time maintain their original systems, it has been found necessary to increase their capital.
According to Mr. Skinner, at present there is a great deal of agitation going on to find some method of having the automobile loaded onto the city paving. Street railways are required to maintain the pavement between the tracks, and for eighteen inches on either side of the tracks. Mr. Skinner now knows how to prevent vehicles responsible for much of the damage done to this part of the paving.
In his talk, Mr. Skinner told briefly of the great central power plants that are being considered by the great electrical engineers of this country. He mentioned that it was entirely possible that some day one of these super-plants might be located in the mining district of Kansas. In closing, he explained that many days may lack the confidence of the people, and that every effort should be made to remedy this matter.
After the talk, there was a short business meeting of the society. Tentative plans for Engineer's Day were discussed, and the purchase of a new motor for the electric bulletin board in Marvin Hall was authorized.
Business Men Want School of Commerce
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buyer will appreciate the value of
the goods. We all buy with enthusiasm
and sell in cold blood," he convoluted
The resolutions drawn up and adopted by the merchants were as follows:
"First. We wish to thank the Kansas Legislature for creating this short course, which is proving of such value to the merchants of Kansas. By teaching proper methods of accounting, advertising, salesmanship, and merchandising, we believe that the general good of the community is promoted. We believe that god stores and the merchants will tend to serve the community and municipalities from dissolution. And we believe that educated, up-to-date retail merchants are a valuable asset in any public spirited locality.
"Second. We advise an increase in the funds for this annual merchants short course, and suggest that the amount of merchandise than $2000 per year for this purpose
"Third. We commend the recommendation of Chancellor E. H. Lindley that the preliminary steps be taken at this time for the establishment of a school of Commerce and usiness in connection with the University of Kansas to urge the Kansas Legislature to give this past favorable consideration.
"Fourth. We extend our thanks to Chancellor Lindley, to H. G. Ingham, director of the Merchants Short Course, to the many speakers who donated their services to this short course, and to all other individuals and organizations who contributed to make this sixth annual Merchants Conference the largest and most successful; not only in the history of Kansas, but possibly in the entire history of such educational work through the country.
Send the Kansan home.
"Fifth. We ask that the University Extension Division, out of any funds available for the Merchants Short Course, have this statement printed, and a copy placed in the hands of each member of the Kansas Legislature at as early a date as possible."
Great Britain Expected To Suggest Disarmament
Washington, Feb. 10—"The greatest obstacle to world peace shortly will be removed." Senator Borah declared today.
- This obstacle is Great Britain's refusal to agree to freedom of the seas. Borah based his prediction on London reports that Sir Auckland Geddes, British ambassador is returning to Germany, is the largest a disarmament conference.
TRY-OUTS SURPRISE COACH,
Half-Milers Exhibit Speed to Schlademann's Delight
Track Coach Schlademan received some very pleasant surprises in the tryouts for the half-mile last night, in the time made by four men. Cowgill, James, Meidiger, and Dierking fairly burned up the indoor track in Robinson, much to the Coach's delight. This speed was very unexpected and promises to make the Aggle meet here on the 19th very much closer than the dosters have figured before.
The tryouts for the sprints, hurdles, quarter, high jump, mile, and pole vault are scheduled for Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., two-tile will be run Monday.
Floyd Welsh Takes Role of Protector
To some men comes wealth in boueunte quantities; to other fortunate men come fame and innumerable honors; to Floyd E. Welsh—well, darn it, some men seem to have all the luck.
A merry foursome of songsters left the Delta U house Wednesday night and they screamed nearly every sorority house in the domain of bread. At last, they cried out to their shirtwear. They finished; no applause. They sang again; still no applause. Then, form the vast darkness came a voice;
"Come here, please, one of you."
Welsh valiantly answer the plea. "There is a burglar in here. We just saw a flashlight on the third floor," said the girl.
Welsh mount the stairs four steps at a time, ad, amid a galaxy of feminine wails, he searched every room in the house for a thief that had come in the night. Alas, there was no sign of a burial!
But the girls would not be satisfied. They revealed upon Welsh to stay there all night, and he "hastitually" accepted their wishes. Blankets on the dauntown douseairs, and on the "protector" snared until dawn.
Today the "Chi O's" are blushing and Welsh—well, he is smiling.
Members of the Brush boarding club will be entertained with a Valentine party Friday night at the office of Mrs. Brush at 1224 Ohio Street.
Lapp Urges Students To Be Optimistic
Harry Montgomery, A1B.17, now of Kansas City, Mo., spent Friday and Saturday at the Delta Tau house.
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cation of the rules of dancing. I called a meeting of 116 organized men of the University and made known the women's request as a result. I responded in with a resolution to enforce this request.
"In the face of happenings of last week, and having assurance of added faith in the geniusness of the students, I am going to leave the whole matter to the decision of the students' themselves.
"It is up to you to decide whether we are going to have government in this University or not, whether n minority shall rule this institution and perhaps destroy the greater possibilities for K students to be able to let the people of the state know that you stand always for the better things."
Sandy Winson, at the close of the Convocation, made a student answer and asked for a standing vote of all those students who were willing to comply with Cancellor Lindley's request.
Alemannia announces the pledging of Ted Oison, c24, of Lawrence, and Floyd Beghly e23, of Peculiar, Mo.
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Sale Closes Saturday Night—
But
Rush down to Carl's and 'get in' on the Silk Knit Tie Sale
Now selling— New Spring Shirts, Hats, Caps—
at
OPPORTUNITY Just A Few More Days of Our Price Smashing Event!
The new styles for spring are arriving daily and we must get ready for them—we have just finished invoicing and have taken a tremendous loss of profits on all winter merchandise—Prices for spring will be higher than we are asking for the merchandise offered in this sale, but we must absolutely clear out all of this season's goods regardless of the loss we take—This is you last opportunity. But act quickly.
Sale Ends Sat., Feb. 19th
Your Choice of any Winter Suit or Obercoat in the House
HALF PRICE
Many of these suits are of medium weight and in excellent style for early spring wear.
Half Price
Your Choice of any Manhattan or Our Own Label Shirt in the House (Except the new spring patterns)
Shoes
$15, $18, and $20 Shoes and Oxfords reduced to. $11.85
$10, $12.50 and $13.50 Shoes and Oxfords reduced to. $7.85
Odd Lots of $7.50 and $8.00 Shoes.
COATS
Neckwear Half Price
CAPS ONE FOURTH OFF
SWEATERS ONE FOURTH OFF
TROUSERS ONE FOURTH OFF
Hats
$8.00, $7.50 and $7.00 Hats reduced to. $4.75
$6.00 and $5.00 Hats reduced to. $3.75
$4.00 and $3.50 Hats reduced to. $2.75
UNDERWEAR ONE FIETH OFF
LEATHER COATS HALF PRICE
Rain Coats Reduced
Gaberdines Reduced