THE UNIVERSITY DAILY KANSAN
Vol. XXIII
Greek and Latin Department Has Fewest Majors
All Departments of College
Show Greater Number
of Majors Than
Last Year
The number of majors in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences have increased this year in every department, according to the departmental records.
Majors are being offered in the department of public speaking this semester for the first time, but not yet available. Majors in the department. Greek and Latin majors are lower now than they have been in former years, but more students are majoring in the department now than at any other time during the past decade. The economics and the School of Business were separated the first of last year, and this year 155 students are majoring economics and 118 are enrolled in the School of Business. Last year we had about 225 majors in the department.
Many Majors in English
Many Majors in English
The department of English has the largest number of majors in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences this semester, with 160, the class of journalism with 135, and the departments of journalism and history follow in order, with 95 and 20 students majoring in each.
Many departments show increases in majors over those of previous years. More students are majoring in Spanish here this year than have been on French or Italian. There are increases in majors are shown in the departments of political science, biology, English, journalism, bacteriology, and history. The number of majors in other departments is about averaging 5%. Majors decrease and others a small increase.
Geology Majors Increase
Mathematics majors number between 25 and 30 each year, according to C. H. Ashdon, head of the department. This year there are 28 mathematics majors, the average degree in geology this year.
The department of English is becoming more popular with men students according to W. S. Johnson, head of the department of English. Although only 26 men are majoring in the department this year, this number represents an increase of 10 over last year. The is the largest increase in the number of women students majoring in English this year is about the same.
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The number of students majoring in each department in the College, Spanish, 63; political science, 28; mathematics, 28; chemistry, 44; entology, 15; geology, 33; home economics, 48; English, 18; nursing, 91; bacteriology, 30; French, 27; philosophy, 15; Greek and Latin, 8; history, 90; sociology, 40; physics, 8; zoology, 28; economics 135; physiology, 2; botany, 12.
Y. M. C. A. Trips Planned
Deputation Teams Are to Visit Near-by High Schools
The selection of students to make the Y. M. C. A. deputation team trips was made at the all-night retreat held Saturday and Sunday at Lakewood. Accompanying the group on a Harbor. Harold Topska, the state boys' work secretary, and Ted Shultz, local "Y" secretary.
Definite dates were made for the holding of the first three deputation team trips to the high schools of neighboring communities. The students who make the trips will be given hospitality in houses located in the
The first trip will be made from Friday to Sunday, March 5-7. Those selected to take part in this trip are Clyde Mandel, c'27; Dennis Lardon, bur26; William Walton, c'28; Ted Coffe, c'28; and Jim Hart, I29.
The second trip will be made to Shawnee Mission March 19-21 by Warden L. Noe, c'27, Allan C. Raup, c'27, Theodore Thomas, c'27, Marion Divebiss, c'26, and Ted Shultz, "Y" secretary.
UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS, LAWRENCE, KANSAS
The third trip scheduled is to Garnett March 26-28. Those who will take part in it are Dennis Williams, William Walters, c26; and Harold Baker, c27. Speeches in high school assembly at and church services, a party, a bike, and personal interviews with the high schools are planned by each coach.
Fellowships for Study in Scandinavia Offered
The American-Scandinavian Foundation is offering 20 fellowships this year; ten to Sweden, five to Denmark and one to Norway. The $1000 and will be raised to $1200 in a few cases. The period of study will extend over the period of one aca-
These fellowships are open to students born in United States or its possessions who are students in chemistry, physics, forestry and others, college graduate and familiar with the respective languages are desired.
All applications should be on the March 15 with the dean of the college and the office of the American-Scanton will be informed a few days later.
Miss Nedele Griffett to Be Main Speaker Tuesday at Meeting
Second Talk for Career Week Will Deal With Women in Business
Miss Nedelle Griffett, of Pelletier's Topika, will be the principal speaker at the second meeting of "Choose Your Career" work, held in New York on December 10th in central Administration building. She will talk on "Women in Business," and will give interacting sightslows on work in her office. Also present are personal work. The entire program of the day is in charge of Frank T. Stockton, dean of the School of Business, who will also make few general remarks on "Women in Bus
"Choose Your Career" week will continue with meetings Wednesday and Thursday at 1300. Wednesday's discussions will be devoted to "Social Service for Women" and "Thursday to Economics and Related Sciences."
Today's program was devoted to "Women in Medicine," at which time Dr. Elvone Ernest of Topena, two years ago, graduated from the medical School at Reeseal, and Dr. Florence Silverbron, of the home economics department, apoke. A luncheon was held at the University Hospital at noon in honor of the physicians.
Stouffer Is Given Leave
Dean of Graduate School Plans for Study in Italy
E. B. Stouffer, can of the graduate school, and assistant to Chancellor E. H. Lindley, has been granted a year's leave of absence from his duties at the University by the Kansas State University; he attended the University Saturday, Feb. 27. Dean Stouffer plans to spend a year in Italy, studying mathematics in Turin, Bogana, and Rome. It is his desire to come in contact with such mathematicians as Fubini in Turin, and Bompiana in Bogana. His time in Italy will be largely devoted to a study of higher mathematics. He will also become associated with some of the greatest mathematicians of the present day.
The present plums of Dean Stouffer are to leave the United States about Aug. 1, and to return about the first of the following June. While no default arrangements have been made, it is the principal effect of the war on most of the time in Italy. He will be ready to leave here with his family about Aug. 1.
As yet there has been no one selected to take the place of Dean Stuart during his absence, since the leave was granted him such a short time
Next Senior Recital Thursday
The second senior recital will be given by Helen Lindsey Kennedy, pianist in the auditorium of the early morning on March 4, at 8 p.m. Miss Kendery is a pupil of Prof. C. A. Prayer. She will be assisted by Elise Arbuthnot, fa27, contralto, who will sing group songs, and be accompanied by her fa26, who will play her accompaniment.
Chemist Will Go to Kansas City
Several members of the chemistry
department staff will go to Kansas
City to meet with the President of
the American Chemical Society which
will hold a session there on that date.
The principal speaker of the meeting
will be H. M. Yall of the research
department of the Philadelphia Quarter
Company.
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First Noon Hour Forum of Series to Be Held Friday
Professor Crafton to Talk
This Week at Meeting;
Other Speakers
Scheduled
An interpretation of Eugene O'Neil's conflict with civilization will be made by Prof. Allen A. Crafton at the first lecture of March 14, followed by March 6. His subject will be "An Idealist's Quarrel with Materialism." A series of five f lunchcards to be given on the general theme of interpretation of Spiritual Values."
An introductory account of the speakers and their subjects for the noon luncheon meetings was issued today from the Y. M. Harris Building of Kansas City, who is to speak Tuesday, March 9, will give an interpretation of what truth and untruth appearing in modern journalism does to society. His title that he has chosen for the adult audience and the Difficulty of Getting It."
New York Man to Talk
The speaker for Tuesday, March 16, will be in New York City is a graduate of Princeton and the Union Theological Seminary. He will visit K. U. three days in March 15, 16, and 17. His address at the Y. M. C. A. meeting is "The Evaluation of Personal Experience With God."
An interpretation of the spiritual values of fellowship in the experience of nations will be discussed in the ad dress Thursday, March 25. Thomas Harrison of Boston, the speaker, is a veteran of the world war and is the national field secretary of the organization on an organization of those under 20 years of age, dedicated to the promotion of Christian internationism.
Final Meeting March 31
Final Meeting at the final meeting, Wednesday March 31, is Prof. Fritz Kellerman of the German department. In his address, "German's Struggle for a New Interpretation of Life," Professor Kellerman will point out the struggle of Germany from the World War II to present drama, the "Youth Movement," the new German education, and other phenomena concerning recent Germany. Professor Kellerman, who was ex-champion professor in his native place before the war has recently returned to the teaching staff of the University.
Ted A. Shuita, secretary of the Y. M. C. A., said today, "Tickets for the series of five luncheons can be bought for a dollar at the Y. M. C. A, office. 121 Fraser hall. Single tickets can be for $26 each if the capacity is less than 100 people, and address will be followed by as long forum as the period permits."
Engineer to Appear Soon
The March number of the "Kansas Engineer" will include several special features, according to Donal C. Little, 25, assistant editor of the publica-
Included among the articles will be a discussion of "Development in Highly Variable Engineering" written by Mr. Eckert and another article on civil engineering. Another feature will be an article by Paul Endicott, B. S. 234 winner of the K. U. honor medal for engineering.
The dinner for junior women will be held Tuesday evening at 5:30 in the University Commons. All women of the junior class are invited to attend, according to Marjorie McKelby, manager. The dinner is an annual event with a cost of $18 and is managed by the class representatives to W. S. G. A.
March Issue Will Have Articles by Prominent Men
The views concerning religion written by Leonard Gregory, c'27, published in the last issue of the Dove have been printed in last week's issue of the Haldeman-Julius Weekly. It has been understood that religion will be printed in one of the small blue books distributed by that firm.
Russell S. Knappen, formerly of the local department of geology, will have an article concerning the work of the United States geological survey in Alaska, Mr. Knappen is now an instructor at Harvard.
The probable date for the issuing of the "Kausas Engineer" will be March 15, according to Little.
Wire Flashes United Press
Washington, D. C., March 1—The Watson-Porter Railway Mediation bill, a measure to abolish the Railway Department's voluntary adjustment for disputes between railway operators and employees was passed in the House. Railway operators and employees have both voted to 13 of the bill. The vote was 381 to 12.
London, March 1.—The United States possesses numerically the greatest navy in the world, according to the Admiralty Naval Blue Book issued today. Five United States battleships are to be equipped with the most powerful warships ever built worldwide, the Blue Book disclosure, consists of five-inch guns capable of bringing down planes at a height of six miles.
Hong Kong, March 1.—Red Canton-
ce troops have seized the church and
school of the American missionary
compound at Hoihow on the island of
Haian, according to reports received
here today. The troops, numbering
about 200, are reported to have
entered the compound crying
"Kill the foreigners."
Topeka, March 1.—Agriculture conditions in the Southwest are better now than they were a year ago, according to Mr. Jarrille, manager of the agriculture department of the Santa Fe mailbox in Phoenix, the grain states, the report stated. The banking situation is good and labor conditions are satisfactory.
Heads of Universities Meet for Settlement of W.R. Nelson Estate
MONDAY, MARCH 1, 1925
Lindley, Brooks and Bizzell Are Trustees of Kansas
City Star
Kansas City, March 1-Head of the state universities of Kansas, Missouri and Oklahoma who will be trustees for the university are in conference in the offices of the Kansas City Star. Only the three educators, Dr. Stratton D. Brooks, Dr. Elijah M. Kernig, Dr. E. H. Lindsey, chancellor of the University of Kansas, Dr. William B. Bizzell, president of the University of Oklahoma, are present.
Prior to the conference the University executives had conferred with G. B. Longman, managing editor of the Wall Street Journal, Wilson, attorney for the Nelson estate.
The conference is the result of the death in Baltimore Saturday of Mrs. Laura Nelson Kirkwood, trustee of the Nelson estate, only child of Mr. Nelson who was by the provision of his will truster after his death. The university bends were appointed after the death of Mrs. Nelson and Mrs. Kirkwood.
The Inter-State Bus station, was rebled of approximately six hundred dollars at 6:15 this morning by two men who came into the office at its new location in the Hotel Eldridge to buy tickets for the first bus.
Chancellor Lindley said that he would be unable to make a statement concerning his duties until he bid received information from those in conference with him. The will provides that the Star shall be sold within two years after the death of Mrs. Kirkwood, the estate "to be managed for public purposes" and "will be used by the Star will be used to buy works of art to remain permanently in Kansas City."
About five minutes after Vic Watkins, local manager of the office, had opened it up for the morning one man intered and bought a ticket for Tonga-shire and asked for information concerning stations along the line. While the manager turned his back to look up the information the second man held him up while the cage held them in place and took the money, estimated at $600.
Interstate Bus Station Robbed of $600 Today
It is thought, according to "Billy" Hutson, manager of the hotel, that the robbers escaped through the alley and were followed by officers who heard them pass the window of the office which is next the alley. The wires of the bus station telephone having been cut, the manager had to be flipped fridge house phone to notify the police.
City police and county officials are working on the case.
League Is Halted in Arms Campaign to Curb Industry
Constitution of U. S. Fails to Give Government Hold on Private Companies
(United Press)
Genova, March 1. The fact the constitution of the United States fails to give the federal government the power to make the different states will probably afford the much desired pretext sought by the rest of the world for refusing to establish any governmental control over the private manufacture of wa
As a result of this situation in the United States, a questionnaire has just been sent by the Secretary of the League of Nations to all of the rest of the nations in the world asking about their views on the subject and attitudes to the conclusion of international agreements for the control of private manufacture of war material.
Questionnaire Sent Abroad
As it is generally conceded that the nation's own people present time that it at all anxious to curtail its private industry and commerce in this respect, it is frankly expected that the great bulk of the nations will be able to reply to the call for an affirmative manner on the subject.
The League of Nations is in the somewhat embarrassing position of being obliged under the covenant to see what it can do about controlling the private manufacture of war material.
Private Production Wanted
Private Production Wanted
It is largely because of the position the United States now occupies in this important nation in the matter of the private production of war material, have made known to the League that they cannot impose on their private manufactures any restrictions which are not accepted by the United States. To do so would be menacing to the nation, monopoly on one of the largest items of international production and exportation.
Under the circumstances the League has deemed it advisable to find out whether an analogous situation exists in other countries, and hence the question that has just been addressed to all the governments of the world, is possible to see whether any one nation is purchasing large quantities, and also what nations may be supplying others with the material necessary to go to war.
Students Receive Prizes in Advertising Contes
John Bridger Mayhugh, c25, won first prize, and Russell R. Winterbath, c27, won second prize for writing the best essays on "The Three Most Important Elements in Advertising," in a contest conducted by Jason Hewitt of The Advertiser Weekly and former publisher of the New York Globe.
The contest was open to advertising students in the department of journalism at the University. More than 20 competed in the contest. 'First prize in the contest was $15 and second prize was $10.
The prize winning contestants stressed dependability, price, and economy in their essays. Mayhush used Marshall Field as an example, and Winterbotham referred to Henry Ford in his essay.
Manager for Soph Hop Sets Date at March 2
Arrangements are almost completed for the Soph Hop which is to be given on Friday night March 26, according to Ivy Hill manager.
It is rumored that something unique and interesting in the form of decorations and entertainment is being planned. The music for the event has not been definitely decided upon but the final decision in this matter will be made before the next few days. The date and watch for further announcements.
Prof. and Mrs. Allen Crafton, E. J Linderman, c26 of the department of dramatic art and Agnes Smith, c25 dramatic cricket for the Kansan, were guests Saturday of Major L. R. James and Sara Bourke James of Ft Leavenworth at an invitation from night port event. "Somewhere original play written by Ms. James. The author directed and produced her own play. About 25 guests attended the drawing room production.
Cap and Gown Contract Is Given to Chicago Firm
The contract for the rental of the caps and gowns for seniors use during commencement week has been given to Moore and Company of Chicago, which firm has had this contract for several years, according to LeRoy Raynolds, chairman of the cap and gown committee.
This year the ordering of the gowns will be handled directly by Rowland's Book Store instead of by the committee. This service will expedite and simplify the matter of ordering but will not incur any extra expense to the seniors. The regular cost will be charged for the caps and gowns.
An announcement will be made very soon in regard to the time which will be set for meeting and taking measurements of the seniors.
Program of Unusual Numbers Is Presented by Musical Fraternity
Recital Given by Phi Mu Alpha Features Compositions of Americans
The auditorium of central administration building was well filled Sunday afternoon with music lovers to hear the annual program. Students participated by Phi Mu Alpha, professional musical fraternity. The program which was presented by both students and faculty member introduced several annual events.
"The Sonatine," composed by Prof. C. S. Skilton and played by Prof. Waldemar Gelch and Professor Skilton was a splendid presentation, "Dean D. M. Swarthout, of the School of Fine Arts said. "One of the outstanding numbers on the program was a product for me, a novelist." A. Proverdy and played by Vero Holt's, a student in the School of F. Plains. Aaron Dean Swarthout said.
The violin numbers were "Colonial Minuet" and "From the Shanty" played by Eldon Ardrey and "The Rosary" played by Conrad McGrew. Prof. W. B. Downing sang two American songs, accompanied by Prof. Carl A. Prayer, which were very well received.
Other well-executed numbers were two piano solos played by Clifton F. Motta, one of them a prelude by Henry Holder, Holden's own prelude by Campbell Tipton.
The string quartet, composed of Waldemar Geltch, first violin, Karl Kurateneier, second violin, Conrad McGrew, Viola and D. M. Swearbount, hymnist; the viola part is plantation melodies "Old Black Joe," and "The Guardian Angel."
The program which lasted about an hour was broadcast from KFKU.
Chamberlain Mav Resign
British Cabinet Crisis Loomis in League Dispute
(United Press)
Nation-wide lockout in the engineer- traded trade, upon which four-fifths of industry depends may result from the wage disputes within the industry.
London, March 1- Possibilities, a Sir Austin Carroll's resignation and of a cabinet crisis arising from the dispute over permanent member- ties of the council. The officers were displaced by the specters of industrial paralysis in the country.
Rumors of Sir Austin's resignation are denied by the Evening Standard and other papers.
The American minister, along with ministers from other countries tried to confer with Chamberlain and his assistants to learn the cabinet decision regarding the difficulty. Premier Baldwin bidded with Chamberlain a new position when he said that he hoped to be able to make a full statement Wednesday.
Bethany Circle Initiates
Bethany Circle, moral orosity, a Christian church women held initiation for nineteen women yesterday at ternition in the Bethany room, a Meyer's ball. The initiates were Jill Anderson, Miller, Rider, Edith Hibbs, Margaret Drenn, Ruth Ellis, Iyre Burryr, Rub Peterson, Gladys Dorris, Elsie Edi Morris, Blanche Burritt, Vilde Randall, Nadine Lindell, Reba Burritt, Florence Clark, Linda Bills, Frances Freenemaker.
Beat the Aggies!
Fund of Glee Club for Eastern Trip Is Nearly Raised
Last $300 to Be Obtained
From K. U. Students,
Lloyd Ruppenthal
Explains
"With the New York fund within $300 of the goal, we are entering upon the most uncertain part of the campaign," Lloyd Ruppertman, who is in charge, said this morning. "We have fired all our big guns, figuratively, by letters to alumni, benefit dances, the downtown drive, and other efforts. The last few dollars needed will have to come from loyal students and friends of the University right here in Lawrence.
Students have shown themselves favorable to the "kettle" plan of contributing. Kettles have been used as a tool in central administration building.
"The alumnus of the University have responded in a wonderful spirit," Mr. Rippenthall said. "Although other alumni have not counted on our alumni for more than a hundred dollars, we know better, and we were not disappointed. They have contributed $1500 and contributions are still being received."
The downtown drive had netted nearly $300 at 9 o'clock this morning and was being continued. The goal for the down town district is $1000. Cards thanking all contributors to the campaign are being sent out today. Contributions have come from all warts of the United States.
The total received from the candy sales last Friday and Saturday was $110. The women made 867 on the Saturday sale conducted from the office of the Douglas County Republican.
Joe Fitzpatrick, chairman of the committee in charge of the candy sale conducted by University women, announced this morning that the sale netted more than $10 million to booths on the Hill, and all day Saturday the sale continued downstreet at the office of the Douglas County Republican.
Students to Hold Rally
Big Send-off to Be Given at Station for Glee Club
As a send-off for the Men's Glee Club, an all-University rally will be held in the Santa Fe station when the club leaves for the New York conference, according to Liberty. The time of the rally has not been decided upon as yet, but it will be held some time Tuesday evening or Wednesday morning.
"We are not sure what time the Glee Club will leave," said Prof. T. A. Larsenruever, director. "If the news conference will be given in a concert will be given in Schelenctad before we go to New York City. If it is not possible for the club to give the concert, we will leave here Wednesday morning in order to Tuesday night."
Cheerleader Youse requests that as many students as possible be present for the rally. "It is just as important to send the Glee Club off with a big rally as it is to send the athletic teams of our high school hearted support of the students.
"The club is going to a contest which will bring honor to the entire University if it should win. The thing for us to do is to show the men that we are backing them to the limit," and Youse.
Contest for Rug Design Entered by Art Pupils
The students of the department of design are entering a content fostered by the Mohawk Carpet Mills of Amaterdum, N. Y.
This company has chosen fifteen of the leading art schools in the country to participate in the contest.
The main object is largely to further
beetter design of rugs in America
and to show more originality in the
context close April 20.
The designs are for the two styles of rugs, the Wilton and the Axminster.
The officers and executive committee of the Kansas chapter of the society of Sigma Xi will entertain Dr. Charles P. Berkley, geologist who will lecture on "Snow Leopard" and Tuesday night, 6 o'clock dinner at the country club this evening.